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  1. Ocean_Ranger

    SoCal / Central Cost trips?

    Hello all. Is anyone contemplating a trip to the Carrizo Plain or near Mojave during May?
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    The White Whale - 2022 T4R

    My build has been underway for almost two years. I am super happy with most all of the components. So far: - Nguyen Works - low profile rear bumper - Rago Fabrication low pro front bumper with viper cut and a Warn Zeon winch - icon stage 7 suspension, Eibach leveling kit Those are the bigger...
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    Cancelled Last minute to Last Chance Cyn Red Rock State Park

    16 miles on the dirt, several miles technical. Side routes for a number of obstacles. It will be hot so plan accordingly. View Rally Point
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    5th Gen 4Runner rear bumper

    I’m looking at options for a rear bumper. I’d really like to: 1) increase departure angle, 2) get the spare out from under the truck, and 3) keep it low profile and light. The first bumper I’ve found that does this is...
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    Replacing portable compressor

    I have decided to replace my portable air compressor. It is pretty slow and only a has a 33% duty cycle. I have 33” tires. I am looking at either the twin ARB (onboard) or a Power Tank. For speed and reliability, the Power Tank wins. Clearly the downside is that it has to be refilled. I have...
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    What I love about overlanding

    I read the OB founding principles. It was going to be an easy decision for me to pick my favorite. I’m a park ranger so “Leave it better than you found it” was the front runner. Reading them left me contemplating why I love overlanding and I surprised myself. I love nature and I especially love...
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    One of your favorite trails (what, where & why)

    Please share one of your favorite trails with us. What is it? Where is it? What makes it stand out for you? Posts might look like: “ Last Chance Canyon in Red Rock State Park, CA, USA - I enjoyed it because the Graduation Hill obstacle was fun and confidence inspiring.” Or “ Mengel Pass...
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    Tires: wish I’d done this earlier

    After buying a new 4Runner last year, I fell down a deep, deep rabbit hole in researching tires. I put about 20k highway miles a year on my vehicle as it is a daily driver. I have a long commute. I try to spend two weekends a month in the dirt. I wanted a tire that was capable off-road...