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  1. Bilbo

    US Northwest NW Overland Rally 2020 - June 18-21

    On my way to the rally, I plan to run the first 3 sections of the Backcountry Discovery Route (BDR) starting Monday morning (June 15th) if anybody is interested. We'll start in Stevenson, Washington near the Bridge of the Gods. Check out the Rally Point details here...
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    Portland area overland build

    Link doesn't work
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    Portland/Vancouver explorer

    Looking for some folks who want to meet up for various events including Washington BDR which isnt far from here. Also doing a bunch of truck camping out of the Tundra as a base for various NW hikes. Jeremy
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    Portland area overland build

    I have a 2016 Toyota Tundra that I will be using for overland. I am looking for a good shop to install skid plates and Bilstein shocks with a 2 inch lift. Any recommendations?
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    Recruiting an new Regional Director

    Identify somebody yet?
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    Hello from Vancouver, WA

    Welcome to the community. I did some SAR for a while up in Snohomish County. Really enjoyed it. Would love to hear about your experience in Clark County.
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    Welcome to the Area! What rig are you rolling? Any recent adventures. In case you don't know...

    Welcome to the Area! What rig are you rolling? Any recent adventures. In case you don't know... there is the BDR nearby :)
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    MaxTrax group buy

    I always see them in orange but I'd like them in olive drab. It's got that bada** military look!
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    What is the last thing you bought and plan to buy?

    Just bought in the last 24 hours: Maxtrax recovery device from Dayspring Trailers in Gresham, OR for $299. And a Yaesu FT-60R from Gigaparts for $155. Next up is skid plate for the Tundra and an AGM battery for my accessories.
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    Truck topper

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    Truck topper

    I did a lot of research and it sounds like ARE is a great option -- cheaper than the Leer and the Snugtops but actually preferred by many. I just bought an ARE MX cap/topper/canopy and am waiting for the thing to arrive. I also spoke with a guy today in a sweet Z71 and he said that he used to...
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    2010 Tundra Build

    I just ordered the ARE canopy/cap/topper from NW Auto and Truck Accessories. I got the MX version for a little more headroom as I intend to build a frame with drawers and a mattress. Also, will easily fit my mountain bike in there as well. I like the idea of being able to drive to Moab, sleep in...
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    Looking for reliable two way radio

    In my research to find a handheld, it seems the Yaesu FT-60R strikes a good balance on quality and price and capabilities. Also highly rated on Amazon and eham: https://www.eham.net/reviews/products/49
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    Looking for suggestions on good HAM radios

    I read that some overland group had standardized the suggested gear radio with the Yaesu FT-60R as the right balance between price, capability, and quality. You can get them at gigaparts for $160. I also found this ratings list and noted that the FT-60R had the most ratings and was among the...
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    OB Metal License Plate Frame??

    Found a few options out there: Custom Engraved Billet Auto & Motorcycle License Plate Frames 4-Hole Notched Polished Stainless Steel License Plate Frames - Polished License Plate Frames
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    Handheld Ham Radio Adivce

    What do you like about Yaesu FT-60R compared to similar options under $200?
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    New Technician License - Mobile Radio Questions

    Which Yaesu handheld would you recommend. I see the FT-60R seems to have good ratings on Amazon
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    Handheld Ham Radio Adivce

    Which Yaesu would you recommend that is not over $250
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    BaoFeng Manual/Programming Guide

    Curious about how you like this radio and whether you would but it again.
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    Your Very First Off Road Experience

    My very first offroad experience was when I was 16 in my 1963 completely stock VW Bug. My buddy had a Willys and we would go to the gravel pits in Kirkland and challenge ourselves to climb the hills. That VW did pretty well!