Laptop computers are almost as popular as cell phones. They’re so compact, you can take one just about anywhere. But off road? Do you really want a laptop in your vehicle while you’re bouncing around the mountains and sand dunes? Having a PC with you is no longer a luxury,… 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
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
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
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
In previous columns I’ve discussed how to prepare your vehicle for driving off-road, and offered a number of safety suggestions for you and your passengers. The goal, of course, is to make sure you are properly prepared for your trip and ready for most contingencies. In honor of National Preparedness… Continue reading
Four-wheelers are good about packing their vehicles with tools, tow straps, winch, food, water – you name it; they include it. One piece of equipment that often gets overlooked, however, happens to be one of the more critical items: a fire extinguisher. Remember that a fire could occur inside or… Continue reading
It was a wet Sunday in March. From time to time snow squalls would blow through coating the vehicles but melting as soon as it toughed the ground. Occasionally the sun would peek out. Normally hard-baked clay trails with traction like slick rock had become slick and greasy. I had… Continue reading
Anyone who said 4-wheelers aren’t passionate about their sport doesn’t know what he’s talking about. Wow. Within hours of sending my message on Thursday, Oct. 25, my inbox was loaded with replies. All of you provided some very valuable information on the vendors you use to fill tanks, which will… Continue reading
CO2 Vendors that fill Air Tanks – Organized by State and City Company Address City Stat Zip Phone Cost Notes California Sims Welding 1200 N. Blue Gum St. Anaheim CA 92806 (714) 630-2121 Mobile industrial supply 1340 N. Red gum Anaheim CA 92806 $12.00 Airgas Vanowen Burbank CA $21.00 Seals… Continue reading
Bruce showed up one day with his vehicle completely covered by a grey magnetic material to protect his vehicle. I asked him to tell us how he created the covering. I own a hummer H2. At the classes and other outings, people have asked me about a product I’m using… Continue reading
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