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I am finally in stage 1 ( research) of transforming my soccer mom SUV into a capable off road vehicle. I am only in the research phase however with much help from @WaWaSkittletits I have found many new websites full of Subaru goodness. In stage 2 ( planning) I plan on posting my webpages I...

Since I can't go out in my own vehicle for a while I thought I would post some pics of the ones I find around camp. There are a ton of awesome rigs here so enjoy. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using OB Talk mobile app

This is one of the cruisers i have access to. Does anyone know anything about this particular rig? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using OB Talk mobile app

I wish i could post pics. This place is a dream for overlanders everywhere. I deployed to afghanistan a few weeks ago and am currently at one of my many stops along the way. I have never seen so many defenders or land cruisers in my life. Every one of them in varying states of repair but ro...

I am happy to announce that i recieved my kit today. Just days before i deploy over seas. I am proud to support a group like this. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using OB Talk mobile app

I have lived out of a vehicle many times in my life being in the military, but out of my personal rig was something new to me. a few years ago I had bid on a trip in western South Carolina called "man up weekend". it was an awesome time and it exposed me to what would become my first...

Having redundant means of communication, recovery, medical, routes, etc. Is a part of trip planning most people dont really think about. I have a rule ive gone by for most systems or points of failure on Any outing. The acronym PACE helps set in redundant methods for just about anything...

Along with my planning steps i posted earlier i have a set of checklist that i use to ensure all my equipment works and is present for the trip. 1. First aid Aid kit present Numbers and locations for next level. care. List of poisonous animals and plants Plan for...

This is something ive broken down from my military operations order. Ive simplified the planning process to overlanding specific but its a good list of things to do in order to ensure a good trip. Step 1. Make a tentative plan. Set out the basics of the trip. The 5 w's is a...

I am lucky and get to practice loading out for adventures for my job. Here is a few shots of my current rig. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using OB Talk mobile app

What tires have you tried out on your rig? I have an AWD small SUV and am curious of what tires you all use and what you think about them. I will be driving in town and off road and will need a tire capable of both with out wearing out too quick. I come from a jeep background so i am not...

When operating my military vehicles i always have a load plan for safety equipment, recovery gear, and maintenance equipment. I am curious to hear what your load plan consists of. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using OB Talk mobile app

I have ABS on my rig and have heard you should dissconnect it on the trail. Why is that. I assume when you try to crawl the rig down a hill the ABS makes it difficult to control or dangerouse. Looking for some expert input.

When you hit the trail and plan on leaving the site for a hike or a trip down the river what do you do to secure your rig and camp site. Id like to think out in the middle of the woods nobody would be stealing my equipment, however i have come back to a broken window and a speeding vehicle...

I have had jeeps in the past, but i have mostly used them for off-roading/day trips to the trail. I know how to load out for short trips and protect my rig from major damage while having fun but the long trips and camping are new to me I am starting off fresh with a new vehicle and am...

I am currently out here in lovely Louisiana and those of you who have been in the army will know my pain. I am at JRTC preparing for a deployment but in my mind i am getting paid to overland for the next month. I will be primarily living out of my MRAP and traveling for the next few weeks...

We love to see the sites. We will look up different national forest attractions and hike in. For example this last year we traveled all thru the ozarks and we kayaked the buffalo river and hiked in to see the glory hole ...yes its a real place...waterfall inside a cave. Sent from my...

Is fuel mielage a concern you work on improving with your overland vehicle or did you purchase your rig with mielage in mind? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using OB Talk mobile app

Ive seen both methods and can think of my own reasons why one is better than the other. I have a subaru so my roof isnt that high off the ground. Is the view out the back window more important or is the rattle worth the ease of access to the tire. Im interested in your experiences. Sent from...

What on board air systems have been useful and what ones are not worth the time. I want to add a set up so i can air up and down when needed and run some air tools on the trail. Im interested in your experiences.