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Category: Communications

Old-Timers A Good Resource for Trip Details

  By Tom Severin July 15, 2022 July 15, 2022 2022 Articles, Communications, Navigation, Things To Know

I was scouting a new trail in the Parashant National Monument, located in the Grand Canyon. At one point I wanted to take a shortcut, but didn’t know if the road ahead was open. A recent storm had me concerned about a washout. If the road were passable and interesting… Continue reading

Effective Communication is The Cornerstone For Successful Four-Wheeling

  By Tom Severin May 24, 2022 May 24, 2022 2022 Articles, Communications

Four-wheelers understand that the hobby relies heavily on various technical skills (driving, spotting, recovery and so forth). Often forgotten or overlooked is that all those activities – and more – rely on good communication to be successful. The best laid plans are useless if not shared with and understood by… Continue reading

Ham Radio is an indispensable part of any trip

  By Tom Severin September 15, 2021 September 15, 2021 2021 Articles, Communications, Deadly Mistakes, Safety

A recent trip on the Rubicon trail showed the value of radio communication. We experienced multiple incidents from a fire chasing us to an overturned Jeep with injuries and a request for spare parts. Forest fires continue to burn in dozens of locations in the western U.S. Yet four-wheelers still… Continue reading

Great Books for Summertime Reading

  By Tom Severin June 21, 2021 November 30, 2021 2021 Articles, Communications, Vehicle

Our friend Clive took a detour on his way to Las Vegas. His last-minute plan was to explore a section of the Old Mojave Road that runs through the Mojave River flood plain. The river didn™t look too deep. Driving his old, mostly stock Jeep XJ, he headed into the… Continue reading

Ham Radio Use Off-Road

  By Tom Severin May 20, 2019 June 11, 2019 2019 Articles, Communications

 I had just pulled into a gas station in Big Pine, Calif. Tim and I were scouting for a trip and agreed to meet at the gas station mid-morning. Tim arrived ahead of me and was chatting with a guy. We learned that this individual, Dave, had suffered two flat… Continue reading

The Forgotten Items!

  By Tom Severin October 28, 2018 June 11, 2019 2018 Articles, Camping, Communications, Equipment, Things To Know

One constant in four-wheeling is the need to pack properly. Because we’re off on our own “ away from the conveniences of city life “ we have to be self-sufficient. Not only do we prepare for the expected (camping, cookouts, and such), we must try to prepare for the unexpected…. Continue reading

2m Hamming Off-Road

  By Tom Severin August 10, 2017 September 30, 2017 2017 Articles, Communications, Equipment

You recently got your ham ticket and are eager to experience ham radio while four wheeling. Installing a mobile 2 meter/440 radio You’re ready to make the leap to a mobile radio. Great! Even though this is your first rig, installing isn’t as difficult as it might seem. Of course,… Continue reading

Launch of Outdoor Adventure Net

  By Tom Severin April 1, 2008 May 25, 2017 2008 Articles, Communications

Join us for the launch of the Outdoor Adventure USA Amateur Radio Net on April 24th, 2008. Outdoor Adventure USA was originally created by “off-roading” enthusiasts who also happened to be licensed Amateur Radio operators (Ham radio). They believe that safely enjoying outdoor adventures, (while using a vehicle), seemed to… Continue reading

Communications equipment is critical for off-road driving

  By Tom Severin January 2, 2008 May 31, 2017 2008 Articles, Communications, Safety
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A well-known credit card company likes to remind customers that they shouldn’t leave home without it. The same is true for communications equipment if you plan to drive off road. Cell phones don’t operate in many remote areas, so you should consider picking up additional gear. The following information comes… Continue reading

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