Derek Montgomery
Do You Have a Tire Failure Strategy?
Tires are generally your number one problem driving off-road. Tires, by their nature, take a lot of abuse while off road. Trails are anything but smooth. Stuff happens! A stick jams into the sidewall; a rock that is ideal to skip across a lake... Read more
Apr 8, 2019 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Tom Severin
Top 10 Fears of a 4WD Trail Leader
Have you ever wondered about being a Trail Leader? Ever imagined yourself guiding a group of four-wheelers down historic trails and through scenic landscapes? Read more
Oct 25, 2018 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Mathieu Godin
Risk Management for Solo Overlanders
It’s difficult to coordinate a long-term trip with other people for a few reasons. Sometimes the timing is not right, or some people will opt out at the last minute. Regardless of the explanations, they shouldn’t be any reason to cancel a trip... Read more
Sep 25, 2018 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Factor 55
Soft Shackle Designs
There have been some recent inquires to Factor 55 about the best way to make soft shackles out of old retired synthetic winch lines. Read their advice below. Read more
Aug 15, 2018 4:27 PM Off-road Essentials
Budd Stanley
Blinded by the Light
It was a beautiful day with a blue sky, light breeze, and warm temperatures. Perfect for four-wheeling and we were nearing the end of a long day. We had encountered a lot of obstacles on this trail, and we were tired. ... Read more
Dec 27, 2017 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Budd Stanley
How to Survive in Canada’s Arctic
Going in search of the unknown is what makes the overlanding lifestyle such an attractive one for so many. It produces adventure, puts you in front of spectacular views and challenges your senses and problem solving abilities. When overlanding ... Read more
Dec 7, 2017 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Nightmare driving scenarios & how to save yourself
Off-road vehicles aren’t exactly sports cars. In fact, just the opposite. We can’t safely drive them the same way as our family car. They take longer to stop, are less stable in fast turns, and sometimes have poor visibility. Poor drivers ... Read more
Nov 17, 2017 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Budd Stanley
Making the Perfect 4WD Trip
What makes the perfect 4WD trip? Close your eyes and think about that for a moment. Picture the ideal off-road adventure. What does it look like? I got to thinking about this the other day .... Read more
Sep 8, 2017 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Tom Severin
How to Properly Abandon a Vehicle
As Trail Leader, you should plan for issues and problems. Some plans are generic since you cannot predict the exact situation. You apply your skills, tools, and techniques to the problem. ... Read more
Jul 31, 2017 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
Bryan Irons
Complicated Issue? Trail Spacing!
Four wheeling, especially when multiple vehicles are involved, requires teamwork to be successful. Everyone must be on the same page for the trip to come off without a hitch—or ... Read more
May 11, 2017 12:00 AM Off-road Essentials
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