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No matter if it's 88 degrees F outside and the forecast calls for sun and fun for your entire trip, don't forget to keep your boots either in your vehicle, or in your tent!

Fresh out of the Dealership in July 2020. Last week in the Tahoe National Forest

Whatever batteries you go with, it is best practice to use two of the same battery type with similar specs. So if you go AGM on one, make sure the other is also AGM. Look into tying them together using an ACR (autocharge relay). These handy little devices will join your starting and house...

Nice setup, I thought I was pretty organixed about my gear. I use a few pelican cases, a few of those Costco special black totes, and keep the chairs and tent on my roof basket. I am a stickler for labeling everything though, so I have you matched there.

707 say it backwards!

The payload in trucks grts crushed the higher up in trim level you go per vehicle. My current truck has a payload rating of 1842 lbs, the same exact truck but go up 1 trim level and the payload is about 1100 lbs because of the added weight of fancy stuff like panoramic sunroof, 12 way adjustable...

I'm sure I have exceeded the payload on a few of my vehicles in the past, and while I don't recommend it, the biggest place where I have noticed the weight is when accelerating or trying to maintain freeway speed uphill. Off road, those wheels will be rubbing those wells way more often as well...

Years and years and years ago, I worked at a shop where we would outfit vehicles to go off into the woods and stuff like that. I've done countless installs and mods, and got lots and lots of time with brands like Thule, Yakima, and Kuat. I was able to able to literally compare brands side by...

I was just going to mention the SR5 trivia but you nailed it. My first memories of what people today refer to as "overlanding" was riding around in my dad's 1986 Toyota pick up. No model name, no options, 2WD, a camper shell that me and my 3 siblings sat in (with no seatbelts) as my parents were...

Yup, only big States and big cities like California and San Francisco have drug users. I've visited and/or have stayed for extended periods of time in over 30 States in the country and never once have I ever seen anyone addicted to, using, or commiting crimes as a means to pay for more drugs in...

Right on, I hadn't thought about getting a second battery. I think I have bought this by now if I didn't already have the inreach. Let us know how the unit yoy ordered works for you.

Thanks, for the info and thoughts. I don't mind its size, and it's good to know that it is durable. My only question now as to whether to take a chance on one is whether the battery life is going to meet my needs. My current inreach can go for about 3 days when it's powered on with the screen...

Thanks for the info. How is battery life in your opinion? I would love to use this as a GPS unit mounted in my vehicle, but would also like to take it with my during my hikes. What is your opinion on its durability? Is it rugged enough to take on a long hike? I fear that I would smash that...

Has anyone used the Garmin Montana? If so, what are your impressions on it? I have been using the Garmin inreach SE+ for the past couple of years which I really love, but the map is a little slow on it. Is the Montana worth upgrading to? Any thoughts on this would be appreciated. Thanks!

Mine is basic, and it all fits in three tool bags stored under my rear seat. Kinetic rope 30', 20' tow strap rated at 20,000 lbs, 2 12k lb D rings, jumper cables, heavy duty gloves, basic tool set with sockets/ratchets, pliers, screwdrivers etc, compressor and a tire plugging kit, an ax and I...

I was in the area last week, there isn't much snow like there has been in the past this time of year. Memorial day weekend used to be a doable trip for me in that area 10 years ago, but not anymore. Way too crowded. Hennes pass road is relatively easy and a good trail to learn the ropes. Go with...

I have "overlanded" in everything from pick up trucks, to SUVs to a Ford Focus. 2WD,4WD, and AWD, you have a great vehicle that is exponentially more capable than some of the things I have driven into the woods. If you are new, Start by exploring your immediate area, take day trips, then try...

Both vehicles are screwed together very well, and their reputation is well earned. But like others have said, I would base this on your particular needs. What kind of terrain are you planning to traverse? Are you planning to sleep out of it? Do you plan to pull a trailer or a small boat? If you...

I think gas prices have shot up in the past few weeks because of the winter storms across the country hampering production and logistics, not because of the Paris climate accords, or the Keystone being shut down or fuel taxes. The overall long term demand for fossil fuel is going to be heading...

great advice and locations given on the previous post, I love those areas, but it may be a little early at this point. Give it at least another 3 weeks and when that snow starts to melt.