New member from KY
- Thread starter RDPOE
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Off-Road Ranger I
Member III
Welcome!!!
If you've got a vehicle and a tent, you're set for overlanding. Don't get caught up in the gear, just get out there and start seeing sights. I only used 4-low on this weekend's trip so I wasn't riding my brakes on the down hill slopes. A 2wd would have done everything I did with ease and if I hadn't just been craving a steak, we could have gotten by without my stove and mess kit easily.
Don't over think it, find some dirt roads you'd like to check out and some places to camp and get out there!
Look into a local meet-up on the forum and make some contacts in your area!
If you've got a vehicle and a tent, you're set for overlanding. Don't get caught up in the gear, just get out there and start seeing sights. I only used 4-low on this weekend's trip so I wasn't riding my brakes on the down hill slopes. A 2wd would have done everything I did with ease and if I hadn't just been craving a steak, we could have gotten by without my stove and mess kit easily.
Don't over think it, find some dirt roads you'd like to check out and some places to camp and get out there!
Look into a local meet-up on the forum and make some contacts in your area!
I’ve been on Tacomaworld, primarily. Been out exploring the area a bit and getting to know my truck.
Overall, my “build” philosophy is lean and mean. Not overbuilding or accumulating stuff for expo points.
I use a hammock and have one box outside of my recovery kit and cooler. Takes me <5 min to load and go!
Overall, my “build” philosophy is lean and mean. Not overbuilding or accumulating stuff for expo points.
I use a hammock and have one box outside of my recovery kit and cooler. Takes me <5 min to load and go!
Member III
That's the way to go! My solo setup is a lantern, single burner stove, hammock, tarp, small frying pan, and a simple mess kit in a 5 gal bucket with a lid I can just toss in the X and go. The full family setup is a LOT more involved for the 5 of us...
