Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

[Socal Wayne]

Greetings all, Thank you for having me. I am new to overlanding and off-road in general. I have very basic knowledge and I am looking to learn more. Excited to get out there, I bought my truck the week the world changed. So I have few miles off-road so far. More will be had though.

My rig:
2006 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road 4x2

 

[WY_Tigger]

Mike,

Great to see another of the Wyoming faithful.

When I was doing it 15 years ago, we didn't call it overlanding either.

We have the Crosstrek for overlanding and the dually pickup for when we are towing the camper.

See you out there.
James

 

[Dewitz]

Hi Everyone,

I'm Dewitz, From Colorado, currently in Japan.
I have a 01 Suzuki Jimny here and a 01 Nissan Pathfinder.
I'm not a novice nor an expert at overlanding.

Thanks!

 

[Greece125]

Hello hello from Manitoba, Canada.

My name is Gabriel, I’m 21 years old, and I’m here looking for new places to drive and explore with my friends and family.
My rig, is a 2013 GMC Sierra. I’ve done the basics, new wheels, bigger tires, lighting upgrades, levelling kit, basic recovery gear, but I hope that in time, I can build more.

 

[EastCoastEve]

New member, glad to be here! My family and live in Maine and have always been adventurous. My husband grew up doing rover rallies all over the place and now we are just getting back into it as the kids are a bit older and can enjoy the adventure!
We have a a '66 and '70 series II and a newly acquired LR4 that we are looking forward to breaking in this summer! Always in need of tips, trips, advice and camaraderie!!

 

[Prerunner1982]

Hey Rich (@Rich_the4x4podcast ) glad to have you. Have known Dan for quite a while.
Hope you will get involved with the community here.
Take care!
Jon (occasional content provider at The Jeep Talk Show)

 

[Prerunner1982]

Hello Jonald (@jonald) welcome from Oklahoma. I see you are a ham. Hope you can join our weekly Friday night Echolink net.
Time : 5:30PM Pacific Standard Time or 17:30 hours Pacific Standard Time
Where : Echolink Node 591550 (USA-GNG) known also as Grits N Gravy, DMR TG 1137550 and Allstar 41130
Anyone can listen only here www.broadcastify.com/listen/feed/29437/web
If you don't have access to an Echolink/DMR/Allstar enabled repeater don't worry, many of us use the Echolink app on our computer or smart device.

 

[Prerunner1982]

Hello Brian (@Nixx ), welcome from Oklahoma.

You are in the Southwest Region. Check out the Southwest Region sub-forum for local information and involvement opportunities.

Here is the link to the forum calendar and Meet-Up event page: Overland Bound Meetups. We have a meet up around Round Rock if that is anywhere close to you....or at least we do when we aren't all under home arrest.
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
If you are on Facebook feel free to join us there as well, Overland Bound – Southwest.

 

[Prerunner1982]

Hello ZZ (@MuleMite ), welcome from Oklahoma.

You are in the Southwest Region. Check out the Southwest Region sub-forum for local information and involvement opportunities.

Here is the link to the forum calendar and Meet-Up event page: Overland Bound Meetups. Once we are allowed to come out of hibernation keep an eye our for an East Valley meet up in Gilbert!
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
If you are on Facebook feel free to join us there as well, Overland Bound – Southwest.

 

[Kent R]

New member, glad to be here! My family and live in Maine and have always been adventurous. My husband grew up doing rover rallies all over the place and now we are just getting back into it as the kids are a bit older and can enjoy the adventure!
We have a a '66 and '70 series II and a newly acquired LR4 that we are looking forward to breaking in this summer! Always in need of tips, trips, advice and camaraderie!!

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
Overland Expo East is this October. About EAST — Overland Expo®
You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative to you is @Beans
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
Overland Expo East is in October.
About EAST — Overland Expo®
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[Kent R]

Hello hello from Manitoba, Canada.

My name is Gabriel, I’m 21 years old, and I’m here looking for new places to drive and explore with my friends and family.
My rig, is a 2013 GMC Sierra. I’ve done the basics, new wheels, bigger tires, lighting upgrades, levelling kit, basic recovery gear, but I hope that in time, I can build more.

Welcome to Overland Bound Gabriel.
The closest Regional Directors are @Mike W & @Cendee for additional help or information.
I am currently recruiting for a Member Rep in Central Canada.

I know its a long way but check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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[Rath]

Hello hello from Manitoba, Canada.

My name is Gabriel, I’m 21 years old, and I’m here looking for new places to drive and explore with my friends and family.
My rig, is a 2013 GMC Sierra. I’ve done the basics, new wheels, bigger tires, lighting upgrades, levelling kit, basic recovery gear, but I hope that in time, I can build more.

Welcome, fellow Manitoban!

 

[Kent R]

Hi Everyone,

I'm Dewitz, From Colorado, currently in Japan.
I have a 01 Suzuki Jimny here and a 01 Nissan Pathfinder.
I'm not a novice nor an expert at overlanding.

Thanks!

Welcome to Overland Bound Dewitz.
How is the Overlanding in Japan? We currently do not have a Director or Member Rep close to you. If you need any help just message me on the forum @Kent R
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[Kent R]

Greetings all, Thank you for having me. I am new to overlanding and off-road in general. I have very basic knowledge and I am looking to learn more. Excited to get out there, I bought my truck the week the world changed. So I have few miles off-road so far. More will be had though.

My rig:
2006 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road 4x2View attachment 150479

Welcome to Overland Bound!
Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Narbob for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Barclay (LA) @FrankRoams (OC) @DominicOB0158 (Inland Empire)

Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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[Kent R]

Greetings from Wyoming!

Location: Cheyenne, WY
Rig: 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
Overlanding Experience Background: I overland about 15 years ago in my 1st Gen Dodge Diesel 3/4 ton, but life, family, and work demanded my time so, Overlanding got put on the back burner. Got back into motorcycles around 2010 and have converted two of my motorcycles to go exploring on both paved and unpaved roads. Picked up my Crosstrek last year and I'm working on outfitting it so the wife, dog, and I can overland.

See you out there.

James

Welcome to Overland Bound!
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Montana Carl
Your Regional Director is @Cendee for additional help or information.

Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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[Kent R]

People tend to call me "Z-Z" (I,e. ZZ Top)
I have a '99 Tahoe, stock, 265/75 R16 KO2 with a RoofNest Falcon tent on top
Have been playing with 4x4's most of my adult life and now dipping my toes into the overland side of things.

Welcome to Overland Bound!
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Prerunner1982
Your Regional Director is @brien for additional help or information.
There is a local meet-up in Phoenix if your interested. Contact @brien he can get you the specifics.
Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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[Kent R]

Hey from Downunder...
Been on here for a little while but decided to take the plunge and become a full member...

Here's a LINK to my PAST & PRESENT 4WD's: [URL='https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/history-of-my-past-present-vehicles-australia.31169/']History of My Past & Present Vehicles (Australia) [/url]

But currently, my current 4WD's are:

A old 1995 Defender 110 Tdi300

A more modern 2010 Defender 110 Puma Tdci

And my trusty little Suzuki Vitara 4dr Wgn that I've had for 13yrs - which is now in the hands of my Daughter

Welcome to Overland Bound!
Great looking 110
You probably already know this but the closest Member Representative to you for local information is @bjy10
Your Regional Director is @Luis Merlo for additional help or information.
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[FJ60TX]

Hello. Just joined (hence starting here)

Location: Central Illinois currently, born and raised in Texas
Rig: 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser, new build/project just getting started
Experience: Experienced camping/backpacking, new to Overlanding

Looking forward to getting more involved and know I will need advice on the build.
Jace

 

[Kent R]

Jonald here.
Corvallis Oregon
I'm old, but not retired yet. Have owned at least 20 4x4s spanning 35 years (can't remember them all), several brands. Favorites are Broncos and Wranglers, but not particular as long as it gets me there.

Current rig is 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, bought new for my wife in 2007. Took it over in 2014 after I bought a new one and she claimed it. I'm about 600 miles from turning over 200K miles with a lifetime power train warranty. It's mostly stock (already has everything I need), Warn winch plate and receiver for my Warn removable winch on the front, extra rock rails, heavy rear hinge, and Goodyear Duratrack tires (all I run on many rigs). Shopping for an OME 2" lift to celebrate 200K. Picture is 6 years on on OBCDR 5.

Building 61 Willys Wagon to be my next rig.

Spent 5 years in the Air Force driving trucks and 4x4s.

Spent 20 + years in Search and Rescue. Focused on Man-Tracking. Now, I teach it.

Latest focus is Oregon Back-country Discovery Route. Done 5 and 3. Have a route planned to make a loop of 3, 2, 5, 4, but staying home and saving lives for now.

Father of a daughter and identical twin sons, Grandfather of 3. Manger of very cool technology (R&D secrets) at a high tech company.

Welcome to Overland Bound!
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Munga Brown
Your Regional Director is @M Rose for additional help or information.

Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
Quick online Tread Lightly! online awareness course
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[Kent R]

Hello. Just joined (hence starting here)

Location: Central Illinois currently, born and raised in Texas
Rig: 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser, new build/project just getting started
Experience: Experienced camping/backpacking, new to Overlanding

Looking forward to getting more involved and know I will need advice on the build.
Jace

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
Overland Expo East is this October. https://www.overlandexpo.com/east
Overland Expo Mountain West is this August. Overland Expo Mountain West is this August.https://www.overlandexpo.com/mtnwest
You are in the Midwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Your Regional Director is @Mike W. The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @geekhouse23
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