Last Saturday, while doing a routine vehicle check at an event, we discovered that all 4 valve stems were severely cracked around the bottom of each valve stem near the rim hole. I recommended the owner replace them as soon as possible and I recommend you check you valve stems… Continue reading
Remember the good old days when you could leave your bike outside overnight? Or your front door unlocked while you ran an errand? (Yes, I know I’m dating myself.) Sadly, those days are long gone. Theft is now a part of our lives. But we can minimize its occurrence. Four… Continue reading
As everyone knows, going through airport security today is a hassle. All your belongings are screened, and if the security guards still are not satisfied you’re legit, they’ll pull you aside and pat you down. (While all the other travelers are staring.) Yes, we need some level of screening. Unfortunate… Continue reading
These days we all need to find ways to reduce our expenses. The American the Beautiful Annual Pass does double duty to get you into all the National Parks and covers the Adventure Pass required in many Southern California National Forests. If you visit or wheel frequently on federal Lands… Continue reading
With the snow we’ve been getting in the mountains lately, a lot of four-wheelers are itching to fire up their vehicles and go plowing through the white stuff. Whether over Cajon Pass, through Big Bear area, or just to Grandma’s house, driving off road in snow is a lot of… Continue reading
Still looking for a last minute gift? Here are some suggestions any 4-wheeler would love to receive. Prices do not reflect shipping. However, many companies are offering free shipping this holiday season. Backcountry Adventures $16.99 Each book in the Trails and Adventures series is the most comprehensive guide available… Continue reading
The holiday season is a good time to reflect on the past twelve months and set plans for the coming year. Understandably, these difficult economic times are causing many people to cut back on expenditures. Hobbies and other recreational activities such as four-wheeling tend to take a hit, and that’s… Continue reading
I attended the 2008 SEMA Show in Vegas again this year. SEMA is the Specialty Equipment Manufacture Association and deals with all and any aftermarket Automotive products. The show is huge. There are 11 sections that take up every bit of the Vegas convention center. This is a business to… Continue reading
We four-wheelers are naturally conscientious folks, and are always concerned about our impact on the environment. Unfortunately, we sometimes are faced with leaks and spills from our vehicles. Engine oil, transmission oil, gear oil, brake fluid and radiator fluid can have a devastating effect on the environment and wildlife. Radiator… Continue reading
I attended the Pomona Off-Road Expo at the Fairplex this past weekend. I enjoyed talking to all the vendors and looking at some of the new products. I hope you were able to attend also. There were a few products that caught my eye that I wanted to share with… Continue reading
We Californians are becoming acclimated to disaster planning. We have to. We live under the threat of an earthquake 24 hours a day. A major disaster can strike anywhere, however, so it pays to be prepared – With so much to consider and so many possible scenarios, where do you… Continue reading
Dutch ovens are a great way to bring the taste of home cooking to the outdoors. To better understand Dutch ovens, I turned to fellow Outdoor Adventure USA member Bruce Crabtree. Bruce has been cooking with Dutch ovens for over 15 years. He recently joined us during a ham radio… Continue reading
