Moab 2015: Discount Tire Trail Run on Metal Masher
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When Disaster Calls, Amateur Radio Answers
A recent act of vandalism serves as a reminder to have diverse communications capability with you while four wheeling. Vandals cut a major fiber optic cable in Arizona on Feb. 25, disrupting communications throughout the northern part of the state. Cellphone, internet and telephone services were affected, along with ATMs,… Continue reading
Camping Hygiene
Four wheeling presents a host of challenges in any environment. Drivers naturally focus on terrain and techniques. Therefore at the end of long day, food safety and hygiene don’t always get the attention they’re due. Let’s review some basics. Safe food handling and storage Keeping food chilled properly can be… Continue reading
What’s On Your 4-Wheel Drive Bucket List?
Have you seen the movie, The Bucket List? If not, you’ve probably heard about it. Briefly, it’s the story of two terminally ill men (played by Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman), who try to atone for their lives by making the best use of their final days. As they travel… Continue reading
10 More Tips Your 4WD Instructor Didn’t Tell you!
With the holiday season upon us, I am reminded of all that we are grateful for throughout the year: family, friends, good health, and the nearly unlimited opportunities available to us in this great country, including off-road driving. Whether cruising sandy dunes, tackling the rocky trails in the mountains, or… Continue reading
Top 10 Fears of New 4WD Owners
Driving off road presents a host of challenges for any driver. Four wheeling can be especially intimidating for new drivers. Those initial concerns are understandable. It takes off-road experience to build skill set and confidence. If you’ve considered going off road but are reluctant to do so, relax. The following… Continue reading
Avoid “Trail Prices” – Take Spare Parts
In last month’s article, Proper Storage Maximizes Space, Minimizes Down Time, we reviewed various storage methods and explained why it’s important to be neat and compact. This article goes into more detail about what you should carry. Normally we think of in terms of basic supplies. Here we’re focusing on… Continue reading
Jeep Upgrade: New Superwinch and Rokmen Steel Bumper
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Proper Storage Maximizes Space, Minimizes Down Time
Got a new vehicle – or new to you? After you put the lift on, bigger tires and rock sliders, you still have a major task ahead of you. How do you get all that stuff you want to take in the vehicle? Sure you can just make a big… Continue reading
10 Excuses Heard Off-Road
You’ve heard fishermen complain about the big one that got away, right? Well, there’s a similar phenomenon that occurs when four wheelers go off road. Inevitably, something goes awry during a trip. Usually it’s a minor thing, such as someone forgetting to pack a piece of gear. As I noted… Continue reading
Combination Of Self-Sufficiency, Generosity Ensure Successful 4 x 4 Experience
Maybe you never caught a touchdown pass. Maybe you never rescued a damsel in distress but if you 4-wheel you can be a hero to someone. If that someone came ill prepared for the excursion you can stepped forward to help out with extra gear. Four wheelers know that preparation… Continue reading
Checking out the Carson & Colorado RR Tunnel
One of the great advantages four wheeling has over regular road trips is the ability to go places and see things that you can’t normally. Ghost towns, discontinued mines, remote campsites, mountain streams and meadows”among other scenic areas”are within our reach. As part of my ongoing scouting, I’m always looking… Continue reading
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