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As it turns out, the cheap Chinese made ATVs were complete pieces of unreliable $#!%. So now we're doing something a little less dumb. Overlanding out of a 1950 VW Baja Bug! It's not as cheap as the quads but we're still a fraction of $$$ we have into our 4Runner build. So far, it's been...

A word of caution. The section that's often talked about being muddy and often impassable just to the east of Big Sandy Lake in Northern Wisconsin is not featured on the Forest Service Motor Vehicle Map. It hasn't been legal to drive that section for many years.

An Iceco APL20 in the cargo area of our Wanderbug build.

First off, excellent choice in vehicles! Second, don't make the mistake many do, don't confuse overlanding with off-roading.

Your safest bet would be to get a kit that includes all the right gauge wires, relay, and switch. People very often miscalculate the amps being drawn through components, especially switches. Many will have lights that draw 10 - 15 amps and direct it through a switch that's only rated for <5...

It doesn't get much more micro than this. We'll have it "overland ready" by spring! You can follow the build on our YouTube channel if you'd like.

I can't imagine why they think the lithium would not be safe. Were you thinking about mounting the LiFePO4 under the hood?

Our advice: Choose a vehicle that's just big enough to haul you and your gear. Bigger rigs tend to result in "over packing". Keep your rig and camping gear as simple as possible to reduce breakage and to keep the weight down to a minimum. When making modifications to the suspension, keep it...

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You, and anyone else can call it whatever you want. LOL Most of us are too busy traveling and camping to care. :grinning:

Northern Illinois & Southern Wisconsin, we need to see your rigs on display! Come on out and join us for a "car show" we can all appreciate. Got a RTT, awning, kitchen area? Set it up so the public can see it. Bring out your small adventure trailer! Don't have a built rig? No problem! We want...

We tested the Zero Breeze under very hot and humid conditions and found it very underwhelming. Our conclusion was that it's definitely not worth the $1500 price.

Yup, it'll be on our YouTube channel. And yes, we're on Insta too! @wanderlost_overland

Funny you should ask! We're right now editing a full video guide on the Alpine Loop. Unfortunately, it won't be published until next week. I'm not completely sure what you're talking about when you say Ouray to Silverton. So, I'll give you the quick details on the only three options. 1) The...

We have the RV3 Oztent with the zip on front panels. We love it and use it often. But you're right, it's HUGE folded down and very heavy.

Up until recently we were strictly dual battery. Now that the portable units are getting more powerful and less expensive.... They almost look like the best way to go.

This is often a hard decision to make for someone just getting started camping. It can also end in a heated debate among those of us who feel strongly about the choices we've made. We produced this video with the intent to give newbies practical and honest advice to help them make up their own...

So you've got your vehicle. Now you'll need to modify it, or should you? We talk about that in this episode of "How To Get Started Overlanding." We hope you enjoy, and maybe even learn something from this series. Merri and I have a lot of fun passing on what we've learned over the many years...

When I retire in a couple years I hope to never smell another diesel or see the color Caterpillar Yellow ever again. LOL

My wife Merri and I have been at this overlanding thing for a few decades. We've made just about all the mistakes possible and have gotten ourselves into some mighty sketchy situations. Recently we thought that some of you could maybe benefit from some of our advice on how to get started. So, we...