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  1. J

    Ground tent options for family 4 + 1

    Thanks for the good info and especially the kind words. It’s much appreciated. I actually don’t mind a set up time that takes longer, but with my autistic son who likes to explore, run, and doesn’t see anything as a danger; set up time is important when just “the boys” go out. There is no...
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    Ground tent options for family 4 + 1

    @mf2mey, I never heard of Core Tents before. I did check them out online last night and they do have some really nice stuff. I agree with you to a point on the trailer, and it’s one of the reasons I plan on getting an Xventure XV2; as it’s cargo/utility design allows me to also utilize it for...
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    Ground tent options for family 4 + 1

    Great insight! Thanks! I am leaning towards the ground tent as a baby step ... my wife and daughter might say this isn’t for us (I doubt it but with condition it may be) and/or the RTT just wont be her speed. Figure I can take her to an Expo and let her see and climb in one and see how she...
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    Ground tent options for family 4 + 1

    Hi, Sorry ahead of time for the newbie question... I have been doing a lot of research lately as I convert from off-roaring to overlanding. I am looking at RTTs, trailers, ground tents, etc. I have seen a lot of YouTube videos and read a lot of articles, posts, etc. I am looking for a more...
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    Overlanding and Autism

    So what do you guys do to help your kids with the bugs? Mosquitos, ticks, etc. Besides of course the obvious, like check them. My son 5 and is non verbal. It’s been on my mind lately and wanted to see what you guys have tried that works, doesn’t work, and some tips.
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    XVenture Trailers - Schutt Industries General Discussion/Info

    @TerraCrawler thats a great looking trailer. I unfortunately am not ready to buy quite yet. I am sorry to hear about the family health issues, I know all to well what that is like. My wife has stage 4 colon cancer which spread to her liver. We have been in the fight for 4 years now. I regress...
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    XVenture Trailers - Schutt Industries General Discussion/Info

    After doing a search for Xventure on the forum is see a lot of guys have sold them. Wondering from the guys that have them or have had them; what are the pros/cons? If you sold it, was it the trailer or did it just not suit your needs anymore? What is your favorite feature? I am asking...
  8. J

    PCOR Tray and Canopy

    Wondering if anyone here has the PCOR tray and Canopy system installed? I wanted to get your thoughts on it.
  9. J

    Photography

    I have been teaching myself the art of photography for a few years. Lost a lot of my gear when the home was burglarized. Down to a Nikon and a few lens now. What do the experts here suggest, if they had to start over again? Added some of my photos...
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    Overlanding and Autism

    Just became official OB member today, I just wanted to say that Thank You to everyone that posted in this thread, your kindness and understanding made me really want to be apart of all this. Thanks again!
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    Hi Everyone, After years of looking, reading, and the occasional post, I finally decided to become a official member. I am transitioning from off-roading/rock crawling over to a more overlanding rig. I am waiting on the Gladiator Diesel to become available. I have a lways been a diesel truck...
  12. J

    Finally official! Member #: 22672

    Finally official! Member #: 22672
  13. J

    NJ Overlander - Anyone with me?

    Jersey here. Looking to get my Overland rig later this year. Waiting on the Gladiator Diesel. This quarantine absolutely blows! LOL
  14. J

    Ok..You asked for it, here it is.

    Hi wondering which awning and walls/annex that is?
  15. J

    Overlanding and Autism

    So happy to see that I am not alone and have the same concerns. my simple question has turned into more then I could have imagined! Thanks everyone! I am in NJ outside NYC but will drive once I get my truck. I have driven 125k miles in last 3 years for work, so I will drive anywhere! Thanks...
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    Overlanding and Autism

    I am new to OB, new to Autism, new to overlanding, so I think it is a great idea...
  17. J

    Overlanding with a large dog

    @PonoAdventures how do you like the gunner? Would you feel different if you had a vented canopy? Excluding super hot / cold days
  18. J

    Overlanding with a large dog

    Thanks for the great advise. We currently have something on my son’s seat stating he is non verbal etc... so I know exactly what your talking about.