Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

[Nanuka]

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

You are in the Southeast Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

Your Regional Director is @AdventureWithDanan . The Regional Director will be able to get you in touch with a local Member Representative.

Thank you so much, Kent! Very happy to see a meet n' greet not even 15mins away from home, later this month. Appreciate the warm welcome and opportunities ahead.

 

[rls002]

New year here. I’m Robb.
I have a 2019 Honda Passport Elite AWD in crystal black pearl.
My experience: VERY novice.
Ready to semi-retire and found this Passport to exceed my suburban expectations!
Today, I discovered I apparently need a LOT of help navigating this black beauty I drive; I hit a granite curb and sliced my tire and damaged one of my awesome 20” gloss black wheels, LOL! Ugh! I only have 1052 miles on my vehicle and I’m really bummed.
I’ve enclosed some photos from they day I took ownership. I’m now looking at changing the wheel/tire combination after my incident today and I’m trying to plan a trip perhaps off the beaten path once the transition is complete. Struggling with a potential lift kit too. Advice in any form is appreciated. Thanks ahead of time. I’m thrilled to be here!

 

[rls002]

I forgot to enclose photos. Sorry.

 

[Greg Rich]

Greetings fellow Earthlings and Explorers! I'm Greg.
Been debating about joining for a few years and finally did today. I have been curious to see how many others in southern Oregon shared an interest in getting out and exploring. I am also interested in routes or trails others have done in our area and to see if there were any meet-ups or organized trips. My interest is in exploring, seeing new places, historical or geologic points of interest, and beautiful places. No interest in rock crawling or extreme four-wheeling. I'm a budget overlander with a fairly stock 1st gen Tundra, Bilstein shocks, leveling kit , and Cooper AT3 tires are the only mods. Hope to see you out exploring!

 

[BlackToySteve]

Hello! My name is Steve and I'm happy to part of this great group of people. My ugly mug is over there in my avatar. Also included in my tribe is my wife and two little girls who are 1 & 3. We reside in Spokane Valley, Washington.

I have two overland capable vehicles, a 2004 4Runner 4WD V6 that's stock save for airbags and a 1994 Toyota T100 4WD that is re-geared to 5.29s and a front Lock-Right.
My experience level is moderate. I grew up in the country and have off-roaded and dirt-roaded a bit, and camped a bit, but have rarely married the two together. Here is a good reason to do that.

I hope to be a good and contributing member of this group and overall movement.

 

[Phuck_It_Im_Done]

Hey all, new member here though I've watched via IG for about a year. Currently running a 2018 Toyota Land Cruiser. From Maryland.
Pretty new to overlanding, have been more into camping and whatnot, but with the new vehicle, a whole new world has been opened. Been on a few trips so far, more planned.
I've always been more a racecar and speed based guy, but as the family has grown, and adventures shifted this has become more and more awesome.

 

[JoelIII]

Hello! My name is Steve and I'm happy to part of this great group of people. My ugly mug is over there in my avatar. Also included in my tribe is my wife and two little girls who are 1 & 3. We reside in Spokane Valley, Washington.

I have two overland capable vehicles, a 2004 4Runner 4WD V6 that's stock save for airbags and a 1994 Toyota T100 4WD that is re-geared to 5.29s and a front Lock-Right.
My experience level is moderate. I grew up in the country and have off-roaded and dirt-roaded a bit, and camped a bit, but have rarely married the two together. Here is a good reason to do that.

I hope to be a good and contributing member of this group and overall movement.
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Welcome from NC!

 

[JoelIII]

Hey all, new member here though I've watched via IG for about a year. Currently running a 2018 Toyota Land Cruiser. From Maryland.
Pretty new to overlanding, have been more into camping and whatnot, but with the new vehicle, a whole new world has been opened. Been on a few trips so far, more planned.
I've always been more a racecar and speed based guy, but as the family has grown, and adventures shifted this has become more and more awesome.

Welcome from NC!

 

[rls002]

Hello Joel!! NC guy here too!! Nice to be here and nice to know other Carolinians are part of the group. I’m sure we aren’t alone.

 

[JoelIII]

Hello Joel!! NC guy here too!! Nice to be here and nice to know other Carolinians are part of the group. I’m sure we aren’t alone.

No were not, I've been a part of this group for a few months and talked to quite a few folks from NC. Haven't met with anyone yet but I've been pretty busy with work and haven't gotten a chance to attend any meet up's either.

 

[PapaDave]

I forgot to enclose photos. Sorry.

Hi and welcome! Well.....you need new wheels :)
You don’t have much sidewall which means you’ll be likely to pop your tires often if you do more than gravel roads. The sidewalls don’t allow any flex and will pitch. On a long corrugated road the sidewalks will heat up and my fail thermally and rip. Happens on some street Range Rovers when people push them. So something to consider for your black beauty! :)

 

[rls002]

Hi and welcome! Well.....you need new wheels :)
You don’t have much sidewall which means you’ll be likely to pop your tires often if you do more than gravel roads. The sidewalls don’t allow any flex and will pitch. On a long corrugated road the sidewalks will heat up and my fail thermally and rip. Happens on some street Range Rovers when people push them. So something to consider for your black beauty! :)

Already on my wish list, believe me. Would you have suggestions? I drive asphalt 99% of the time so I’m interested in maintaining the quietness of the cabin. I really like the Jsport wheel/tire and package deal which includes a lift and skid plate. Any thoughts?

 

[rls002]

Hi and welcome! Well.....you need new wheels :)
You don’t have much sidewall which means you’ll be likely to pop your tires often if you do more than gravel roads. The sidewalls don’t allow any flex and will pitch. On a long corrugated road the sidewalks will heat up and my fail thermally and rip. Happens on some street Range Rovers when people push them. So something to consider for your black beauty! :)

I actually knew my drivers side tire today! On a CURB! Ugh. Labor Day weekend and I’m stranded and unhappy with such a nice vehicle. I had plans. Perhaps those plans should wait for different tires/wheels. Thanks for your feedback!

 

[Kent R]

Hey all, new member here though I've watched via IG for about a year. Currently running a 2018 Toyota Land Cruiser. From Maryland.
Pretty new to overlanding, have been more into camping and whatnot, but with the new vehicle, a whole new world has been opened. Been on a few trips so far, more planned.
I've always been more a racecar and speed based guy, but as the family has grown, and adventures shifted this has become more and more awesome.

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

You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

Your Interim Regional Director is @Kent R.
Your Member Representatives are;
@Team Harrington - Vermont, Main, New Hampshire
@EscoTerrestrial - New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut
@Wawa Skittletits - Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia
@NovaBound - Virginia, Maryland, Delaware

 

[Kent R]

Hello! My name is Steve and I'm happy to part of this great group of people. My ugly mug is over there in my avatar. Also included in my tribe is my wife and two little girls who are 1 & 3. We reside in Spokane Valley, Washington.

I have two overland capable vehicles, a 2004 4Runner 4WD V6 that's stock save for airbags and a 1994 Toyota T100 4WD that is re-geared to 5.29s and a front Lock-Right.
My experience level is moderate. I grew up in the country and have off-roaded and dirt-roaded a bit, and camped a bit, but have rarely married the two together. Here is a good reason to do that.

I hope to be a good and contributing member of this group and overall movement.
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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

The Inland-northwest meet-up conference call happens the third Sunday of the month, and they are also having several trail runs during the summer. If your interested here is the forum link.Inland Northwest Conference Call - 06/17/2018

If you have any questions your Regional Director is @Jedi on the forum. The local Member Representative is @Sandpoint Steve who also runs the Inland Northwest meet-up.

 

[Kent R]

Greetings fellow Earthlings and Explorers! I'm Greg.
Been debating about joining for a few years and finally did today. I have been curious to see how many others in southern Oregon shared an interest in getting out and exploring. I am also interested in routes or trails others have done in our area and to see if there were any meet-ups or organized trips. My interest is in exploring, seeing new places, historical or geologic points of interest, and beautiful places. No interest in rock crawling or extreme four-wheeling. I'm a budget overlander with a fairly stock 1st gen Tundra, Bilstein shocks, leveling kit , and Cooper AT3 tires are the only mods. Hope to see you out exploring!

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Jedi for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you is @Roy & Kristin Zirpoli.

There are several members in your area and all we need to do is get them together for a meet-up and hopefully something will get going on a regular basis.

I am planing a meet-up for October 19th in Southern OR probably in Grants Pass. I will message everyone in the area once I finalize the trip.

 

[Kent R]

New year here. I’m Robb.
I have a 2019 Honda Passport Elite AWD in crystal black pearl.
My experience: VERY novice.
Ready to semi-retire and found this Passport to exceed my suburban expectations!
Today, I discovered I apparently need a LOT of help navigating this black beauty I drive; I hit a granite curb and sliced my tire and damaged one of my awesome 20” gloss black wheels, LOL! Ugh! I only have 1052 miles on my vehicle and I’m really bummed.
I’ve enclosed some photos from they day I took ownership. I’m now looking at changing the wheel/tire combination after my incident today and I’m trying to plan a trip perhaps off the beaten path once the transition is complete. Struggling with a potential lift kit too. Advice in any form is appreciated. Thanks ahead of time. I’m thrilled to be here!

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

You are in the Southeast Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

Your Regional Director is @AdventureWithDanan . The Regional Director will be able to get you in touch with a local Member Representative.

 

[Jeep jeeep]

Howdy from the desert South West. We are very much getting into overlanding and enjoying it. Our JKU is far from complete but has proven itself more than capable.

 

[ThatLSGuy]

Thank you for the add. Semi-new to this overland thing, i am used to sleeping in my vehicles so theres a start.

Well i have an 03 chevy 2500HD crew cab short bed 6.0L 4L80E with 4:10s. I would to turn that into an overlander. But. Im debating on going on a cheaper route. There is a ZJ for sale down the road form my buddys house. Good shape, already lifted, has the 42re trans already in it.

I figure i can get the ZJ done for alot less money, and i cam wait to do my truck. What do yall think? Any imput is appreciated.

 

[PapaDave]

I actually knew my drivers side tire today! On a CURB! Ugh. Labor Day weekend and I’m stranded and unhappy with such a nice vehicle. I had plans. Perhaps those plans should wait for different tires/wheels. Thanks for your feedback!

Wait you popped a second tire? As far as options I don’t know specifics for your vehicle, but more the ratios. You want a 16-17” wheel so that you can have more rubber. It won’t affect the quietness too much, that’s more the tread pattern of going from a street tire to maybe an all terrain. What sidewall affects is you’ll have a little more flex if you corner super hard. So for my Tacoma I have 32” tall tires, overall. 16” of that is wheel, the other 16” is tire. You have 20” wheels which are pretty big wheels for your size vehicle, so maybe consider some 17” wheels at least that will fit Honda’s lug pattern and that will prevent more problems off road and for your dangerous curbs you’ve got there :)

All-terrains are a good option for snow, gravel, and street. I’m not sure what kind of tire came with your ride but something to consider.