While sitting around having a few too many IPA's around my dining room table, we came to the realization that we hadn't set up a tent since last year in the George Washington National Forest. So what did we do? We got too many some more beer, loaded up the trucks, and dusted off the iPad to head out and run a few roads we'd been meaning to check out. Traveling from Northern … [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...]
Old Man Emu BP-51 Update
So I’ve finally found some time to sit down and write a review of the OME BP-51 suspension system. It’s been on my 2007 FJ Cruiser for several months now, and I honestly couldn’t be happier. This suspension is so smooth, it’s like driving a touring car. The Internal Bypass technology absorbs every bump in the road, and the easily adjustable rebound and compression has been … [Read more...]
Old Man Emu BP-51 Install – 2007 FJ Cruiser
It's no secret that we here at DirtRoadTrip are suckers for sexy suspension systems with Remote Reservoirs and Internal Bypass shocks. I mean if you can't hang your shocks up on a wall in an industrial art exhibit, whats the point, right? Anyways, our latest suspension upgrade is no different. But it's really not about looks, it's all about performance (ok, mostly about … [Read more...]
Ironman 4×4 Awning – Long Term Review
I’d been looking to add an awning to the FJ Cruiser for a while now so after doing my research I settled on the Ironman 4x4 awning. My main reason for choosing it was the integrated LED light, plus the price was right. At $282.50 (you can find them on sale for less) it was something that I wouldn’t have to worry about damaging, especially with my driving style. The … [Read more...]
