Chicagoland/Illinois
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New to Overland Bound and the general Overlanding community!
Location: McHenry County IL
Vehicle: 2010 Subaru Outback Limited (currently stock)
- Planning on outfitting my Outback to better handle more situations but as we all probably know, it's expensive.
If anyone in my area knows of trusted and reliable shops to start some work that would be great! First things I am probably going to add a hitch or/and roof basket, then probably a bull bar or a grill guard of some kind to add more lights. Eventually a 2" lift and full skids is probably going to happen but that will be a while.
Location: McHenry County IL
Vehicle: 2010 Subaru Outback Limited (currently stock)
- Planning on outfitting my Outback to better handle more situations but as we all probably know, it's expensive.
If anyone in my area knows of trusted and reliable shops to start some work that would be great! First things I am probably going to add a hitch or/and roof basket, then probably a bull bar or a grill guard of some kind to add more lights. Eventually a 2" lift and full skids is probably going to happen but that will be a while.
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Joe here. If I can be of any assistance please don't hesitate in calling. I am an Overland Bound member #10411.
I also own Nomad Overlanding of Eastern Iowa. We do alot of traveling and have done so for many years. We encourage family adventures and like to see folks get out on the trail. Good luck.
Joe Hunt
319-521-7513
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I may have a few ideas I can pass along. I also run a Tacoma. Good luck. See you on the trail.
Member #10411
Joe Hunt
Nomad Overlanding
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Hey Dan,
I'm on the North side near Foster and Damen, have been camping with my kids since they were still in diapers and would be more than happy to be a resource for you. There are plenty of family friendly campgrounds within 2-3 hours of Chicago if you need any input. In terms of getting your family outdoors there's surprisingly a lot of opportunity within 30/60 min drive of the city. Especially if you just want to give them an intro without going all in. However, I've never seen any kids complain about being outdoors or camping, now the wives are another story, haha! Have also been taking my son on 1-2 week overland/camp/hike/mountain bike trips for the past 3 years and he just turned 14 so, again, happy to share any knowledge or insight.
Cheers!
Franco
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I know this is an old thread but I thought I would pop in and say hello.
Stan from the NW side.
I’m a new OB member and new to overlanding. I am retiring in 6 months and plan on traveling around the US living full time out of my Jeep Wrangler.
Stan from the NW side.
I’m a new OB member and new to overlanding. I am retiring in 6 months and plan on traveling around the US living full time out of my Jeep Wrangler.
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Hah--you and I are following the same dream. Am in Chicago and planning on getting on the TAT when this lock down is over.
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Any 2nd/3rd Gen Taco owners out there looking for or know of anyone looking for a solid, well kept bed rack I've got this one for sale in Chicago...thanks
www.overlandbound.com
US Midwest - Price Drop!!! For Sale: KB Voodoo Max Modular Taco Max 10" Bed Rack 58" SB/LB With Awning Mounts
Never seen salt/snow, gets swapped with topper every spring and fall. In garage and ready to install upon pick up. Rotopax mounts not included. $550 obo. Price Drop $475!
Off-Road Ranger I
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Anyone from the Chicagoland area or Illinois? I'm in a jeep club here as well and would be cool to get both the clubs together! Also am always looking for meet ups to see rigs and get ideas.
We are in Eastern Iowa. Nomad Overlanding. We are open for OB members to resupply, camp, or just hang out. There is a nice campsite on our property and members are welcome.
Joe & Sally
OB 10411
Nomad Overlanding
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New to Chicago. Out in the Schaumburg/Streamwood/Palatine area.
New to Chicago. Out in the Schaumburg/Streamwood/Palatine area.
