Wow! It’s March 2018, where the heck did the last 8 months go? You’re probably wondering where we’ve been since we haven’t posted anything since June of last year. Well it’s a long story but it can really be summed up in three words my Great Uncle Ho Lee Fuk liked to say “Life caught up”. 2017 was a humongous year for us and the site. We posted our 392nd article, saw traffic … [Read more...]
Gambling for the Win: Buying a $400 XJ
I feel like I need to make something clear. I have always tried to stay true to the idea of bang for your buck. What's the point of going off-roading in your $50K+ rig when you can have nearly as much fun for a 100th of that price? Enter the Gambler 500. A brutal road and off road rally for $500 cars and trucks this event will test the limits of the most bottom of the bucket … [Read more...]
Overland Expo East 2016: Through the Lens
A collection of photos from Overland Expo East 2016 I had the opportunity to attend OEX East this year and man did it deliver! After missing out last year, I had the itch to get back to Asheville and witness the marvel first hand. Everything at the Biltmore is bigger and better than the previous location. Just the sheer size of the vendor area this year eclipsed the entire … [Read more...]
Project Xterra-ble: Building a Budget Trip Rig
I have to admit that I am fairly new to the off-road world. I've spent most of my life, and cash, on making humble hatchbacks a bit faster at my local racing circuit instead of chewing up my frame rails and axles on trails. Up until recently, I've left the dirt roads and obstacles to my two wheel machines. This year though I've had a change of heart and decided that access was … [Read more...]
Summer Camp Out – After Action Report
Last weekend was the 2016 Summer Camp Out and while there were a few last minute logistics related issues, I think everyone would agree that the event get together was nothing but a success. So what happened? Camping in a National Forest can sometimes create some issues, the main one being that you can't exactly reserve a camp site. Unfortunately for us, someone decided to … [Read more...]
