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[J-P]

Hi Renard
I use a ground tent, had it for several years and it has served me well.
I would really like to get a hard shell roof top tent but pricing is prohibitive right now
it is a growing trend I find and as everything the more there will be offer the lower the prices.
2wd is very limited in these parts, lots of mountain regions and swamps or soft soil.
i dont have a winch yet so i stay very cautious about where i put my wheels, but i dont usually go off road alone, always a few friends close by with proper recovery gear hahaha

 

[Renard Thomas]

Hello JP,

We use either a 3 person backpacking tent, 6 men camping tent or sleep in the Jeep. It just depends on the adventure. I like the hardshell rooftop tents as well but pricing if too high for us right now. We are also considering a cargo box to make it easier to sleep inside the Jeep. Now that we are Overland Bound members I am sure we are going to meet a lot of people with all sorts of setups so I think that will really help figure out what we to do with the Jeep. I can see where the 2wd would be very limiting in those conditions. We are new to overlanding so we have some time before we grow out of our current Rig. When that happens we will have to decide what to do next. We try to go out with other people as well. We are hoping Overland Bound will help us meet more people to overland with.

 

[Callisto]

Hey everyone. Overlanding novice here. Based in Oklahoma. I go hiking and camping quite often, and realized some time ago how much I was missing out on by sticking to the "beaten path" on my trips around the US. Currently don't own what I would call an overlanding rig but have been looking for something a little more capable over the last month or so. I joined up because this seems like a great community to be a part of, looking forward to future trips and being a part of OB.

 

[GrindGuy666]

Hi folks I joined a few weeks back but have been super busy. So I wanted to say hello from Mississippi. Is there anyone that rides in my area of the gulfcoast? I drive a lifted 15 Subaru Forester, I ride trails as much as possible nothing extreme. I love being in the outdoors as much as possible when life permits.

 

[Zachgreen36]

Hey everyone. Overlanding novice here. Based in Oklahoma. I go hiking and camping quite often, and realized some time ago how much I was missing out on by sticking to the "beaten path" on my trips around the US. Currently don't own what I would call an overlanding rig but have been looking for something a little more capable over the last month or so. I joined up because this seems like a great community to be a part of, looking forward to future trips and being a part of OB.

Welcome and nice to meet you

 

[Callisto]

Greeting all I’m Jonathan “Chaoss”. I’m currently serving a military assignment in Tucson AZ. Great state to explore the outdoors and been doing the Offroad/overlanding for 3 years now. We have a 2011 Tacoma with a few upgrades and it is our source of unplugging from work and daily lives. Feel free to reach me if you are in the area, we love to meet new people.

Best,
Chaoss

If you have been based in Tuscon for any length of time I'm sure you have been to or heard of Madera Canyon. It is one of my favorite hikes.

 

[Vagnarok]

Hello from a new UK member.

I have been a serial offroader and 4x4 owner for the last 2 decades.

Previous rides have included Isuzu Trooper, Mercedes G230 LWB, VW T3 Syncro Doka, VW T3 Westfalia and a few lifted VW New Beetles.

Currently we own a VW T3 Syncro and a VW T4 Syncro LWB. I am also lifting a rare Skoda Felicia Fun pickup.

I have attached a few pics.

We have travelled all over the UK and Europe in our T3's with light offroading and lots of camping. Anything from an overnighter to 3 weeks in a tent or van.

Our plan for 2019 is to sell out T3 Syncro and get the T4 converted and prepped for offroad use.

I sell lift conversion parts as well as aftermarket VW performance parts and do a lot of the work myself.

Our dream is to prep the T4 to be capable off grid and for our slowly developing outdoor lifestyle business to move towards offering a more environmentally responsible range of products.

Really looking forward to sharing ideas and experiences with other members.

Joined as a full member now #17317 too [emoji846]

Paul

 

[Chaoss]

Welcome to OB and thank you for your service.
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Thank you, best

 

[Vagnarok]

Thanks for the welcome [emoji1690]

 

[Chaoss]

If you have been based in Tuscon for any length of time I'm sure you have been to or heard of Madera Canyon. It is one of my favorite hikes.

Yes I’m familiar with it, I do mt. Biking on the side, open to hit the trails whenever. Beautiful out there.

 

[Narbob]

Welcome to Overland Bound!
Check out the Reno meet-up they are a very active group.

Gregg from Reno, NV. Originally from South Carolina, former Army, married with 2 adventurous daughters. I've owned 4x4's all my life but never a Jeep until recently...2016 JKU Rubicon. I've done a lot of overland trips using quads...loaded to the gills...lol. I'm moving away from them and towards overland trips with the Jeep which will be better for the whole family. I'm looking forward to linking up with others in the Reno / Northern California area for some fun trips.+

welcome to OverlandBound!!
There’s a great meetup in Reno you should check out. Also, if you have any questions feel free to reach out to @HappyOurOverlanding who is the Reno area Member Representative. You can also reach out to me @Narbob.

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[Renard Thomas]

Hi all:

1. Irvine, CA (Orange County Area / Southern CA)
2. 2013 Jeep Rubicon Unlimited 10A / Anvil / AEV 3.5" lift, AEV bumpers, / Gobi rack / 35" tires
3. Novice overland experience. Occasional overnight desert trips in the past. No serious off-roading yet

Looking forward to some amazing trips, meeting new people, and getting out there. Anyone live near me, hit me up, lets plan a trip or do some recovery practice at Holy Jims or something.

@irvinemike

Welcome to the group! I am new as well. AEV makes awesome equipment. It is well engineered and made! We are not that close but maybe close enough to go out wheeling sometime.

 

[Renard Thomas]

Hi folks I joined a few weeks back but have been super busy. So I wanted to say hello from Mississippi. Is there anyone that rides in my area of the gulfcoast? I drive a lifted 15 Subaru Forester, I ride trails as much as possible nothing extreme. I love being in the outdoors as much as possible when life permits.

Check out these Subarus! They were some really well-built Rigs, especially the Forester!

 

[J-P]

Hello JP,

We use either a 3 person backpacking tent, 6 men camping tent or sleep in the Jeep. It just depends on the adventure. I like the hardshell rooftop tents as well but pricing if too high for us right now. We are also considering a cargo box to make it easier to sleep inside the Jeep. Now that we are Overland Bound members I am sure we are going to meet a lot of people with all sorts of setups so I think that will really help figure out what we to do with the Jeep. I can see where the 2wd would be very limiting in those conditions. We are new to overlanding so we have some time before we grow out of our current Rig. When that happens we will have to decide what to do next. We try to go out with other people as well. We are hoping Overland Bound will help us meet more people to overland with.

If you ever come around Montreal Quebec, hit me up I will show you a few good spots with my group, lots of breath taking nature here in the province! here are other pics of my ''in the works'' ride

 

[Hank Outdoors]

Hi guys, happy to be a member
My name is Jean Pierre but you can all call me JP. I am from Montreal Canada and I drive (daily and trail) a 2016 GMC Canyon all terrain edition with duramax engine
Love my diesel truck (4 cyl) it has lots of torque and very capable in the snow.
Associated with Overland Montreal as an admin. Love camping, fishing and meeting great people from all around the globe
Talk to you soon or hit me up if you have questions

Hi there JP! Welcome to OLB and the Canada - Central Region!

Here is a link to a meetup coming up in your area: https://www.overlandbound.com/event/montreal-area-meetup-2/

If you have any questions or want help planning a trip or meetup of your own feel free to message me.
When looking for events near you check the Calendar at:
https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/calendar
Looking for a meetup? Check this link:
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Looking for the Canada - Central Forum? Check this link:
Canada - Central (QC ON)

 

[Kent R]

Hello guys and girls! New member here my name is Zach I'm originally from Middleburg FL currently living in Lafayette, TN with my wife and 4 kids and this is our 2008 jeep Wrangler jku named "RAGNAR" and we are slowly transforming our jeep to an overland vehicleView attachment 89147

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planing page for trips being planed by members.
Overland Bound Meetups

Overland Trip Planning

Trip planning and questions.

www.overlandbound.com

You are in the Southeast Region, local information can also be found in the “Overlland Bound by Region”

North America

www.overlandbound.com

Here is the link to contact your Regional Director.
Overland Bound Regions!

 

[Kent R]

I’m a newbie. Kevin Frank from Lancaster, OH. My overland vehicle is a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 with lots of goodies. Novice to OverLanding, not camping or outdoors. Great way to do it all together.

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planing page for trips being planed by members.
Overland Bound Meetups

Overland Trip Planning

Trip planning and questions.

www.overlandbound.com

You are in the Midwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overlland Bound by Region”

North America

www.overlandbound.com

Here is the link to contact your Regional Director.
Overland Bound Regions!

 

[Kent R]

Greeting all I’m Jonathan “Chaoss”. I’m currently serving a military assignment in Tucson AZ. Great state to explore the outdoors and been doing the Offroad/overlanding for 3 years now. We have a 2011 Tacoma with a few upgrades and it is our source of unplugging from work and daily lives. Feel free to reach me if you are in the area, we love to meet new people.

Best,
Chaoss

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planing page for trips being planed by members.
Overland Bound Meetups

Overland Trip Planning

Trip planning and questions.

www.overlandbound.com

There is a meet up in your area.
Southern Arizona Overlanders Recurring Monthly Meetup

If you have any questions your Regional Director is @brien

 

[Kent R]

Hi guys, happy to be a member
My name is Jean Pierre but you can all call me JP. I am from Montreal Canada and I drive (daily and trail) a 2016 GMC Canyon all terrain edition with duramax engine
Love my diesel truck (4 cyl) it has lots of torque and very capable in the snow.
Associated with Overland Montreal as an admin. Love camping, fishing and meeting great people from all around the globe
Talk to you soon or hit me up if you have questions

Welcome to Overland Bound

 

[J-P]

Thank you!! Starting out in the overland world, so far so good! Very happy to have joined this huge community