The 4x4 community (read: those of us that not only build trucks but also get out on the trail) is not a huge group. After a while, you're bound to know 90% of people whose tires see the dirt in the Mid-Atlantic/Northeast by two degrees of separation. Because of that, things hit a little closer to home when something bad happens to someone in our community. While I don't know … [Read more...]
Preview: Cooper Discoverer STT Pro
You've seen the 4x4 forum chatter, and maybe you've even seen Overland Journal Chairman Scott Brady's G-Wagen adorned with them -- and soon, you'll get the straight scoop from us on one of the newest mud terrain tires on the market, the Cooper Discoverer STT Pro. If there's one thing you can buy for your truck for instant performance improvement - tires are it. We don't take … [Read more...]
Grudge Match: 2016 Colorado vs. 2016 Tacoma
We're just months away from the 2016 model year trucks being on the road and the compact pickup lineup hasn't been this exciting since cargo shorts were in style (which was never...). This is obviously thanks to the highly anticipated launch of the 2016 Toyota Tacoma and the new-in-2015 Chevrolet Colorado (now with a diesel option!) So if you've got upwards of $40 grand … [Read more...]
Salomon XA Pro 3D vs. Speedcross 3
Quality footwear is key to enjoying your time in the backcountry, but that doesn't mean that your 6-pound pair of leather Danners are going to be the right choice for those summer jaunts. Fortunately there are many, many lightweight low-top outdoor shoes available that can fit the bill. Because I'm a little bit of a shoe snob, I've gravitated over the past year to 2 of the … [Read more...]
New Die-Cut Vinyl DirtRoadTrip Decals are here!
Good news! If you are looking to add both horsepower and resale value to your rig, we've got just the ticket. Actually, our new decals will not do either of those things, but they will look fantastic on your truck (or fridge, toolbox, etc.) and hold up extremely well to the elements. These decals are made of high quality UV-resistant vinyl that will not discolor over … [Read more...]
