Since we're kicking things off with a bang here at DRT HQ, I've compiled what has become known as "THE" official list any east coast Overland event that is worth a damn needs to be on. How did we develop our rigorous selection criteria? We drank a few beers and decided which ones we would actually want to attend, it also helps that we've experienced all of them during … [Read more...]
2016 East Coast Event Guide
We're back baby, and to kick off the summer we're putting together our annual event guide. The 2016 East Coast Event Guide is "THE" official list any east coast Overland event that is worth a damn needs to be on. How did we develop our rigorous selection criteria? We drank a few beers and decided which ones we would actually want to attend, it also helps that we've … [Read more...]
Go to Vermont Instead
Whenever I go to an event on the East Coast, every other comment I hear is usually along the lines of "This is great, but it's no Moab, White Rim Trail, Canyonlands, or Omni Hotel Colorado. Now in full disclosure, I've only been to the west coast for non off-road related trips, and the only time I've been to Arizona was to catch a connecting flight in Phoenix (I've also never … [Read more...]
Cooper STT Pro: The Offroad Test
So you've read our initial impressions of the Cooper STT Pro, you've heard how they are quieter than the Goodyear MT/Rs on the road and seen how aggressive (and handsome) they look on the 4Runner. But, everyone wants to know - just how good are they off-road? I was dying to know as well, I'd put about 1,200 miles on the tires, and the only off-road travel they had seen was a … [Read more...]
Vermont Overland Rally 2015 Recap
Ahhh...Fall...there's much to love - changing leaves, crisp nights, tasty seasonal beers, and the Vermont Overland Rally! In its fifth year now, the 2015 VOR was the best yet (I'm an authority, having been to all 5), combining near peak foliage, a great crowd, class 4 roads to suit every taste, and guest speakers/vendors to inspire and help lighten your wallet. On the … [Read more...]
