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I don't know, but balloon analogy could also be a bit oversimplified. Remember, a balloon is a very thin piece of rubber stretched to the max. Rubber on tires is substantially heavier, so to me it's like comparing apples and oranges. The recommended internal pressure of a tire could be just...

Quick question regarding cold weather. At what point, if any, will cold begin to impact tire elasticity so much that tire "hardness" might become an issue and impact its "grippiness?" If at all. I'm a Californian, so I don't deal with this much. Just curious if it does. Sent from my iPad using...

"Here in California, the amount of skill needed to pass the exam can be found in the small brain cells of a common household fly." LOL! So true! I remember back in 1983 taking drivers ed/training in high school -- back when it was still offered. You'd be taken out in the car, get a few miles...

This is a great demo, for sure! But, for me being from the Bay Area in California, if I get in to questionable conditions, that's it. I either stop and wait for better conditions - like overnight not wait until spring! - or call it a day and head back. When it comes to icy conditions, I'm a...

Pliny the Younger is really good! Wish I could make it up there!

Michael!? Corrie!? You bought one of those machines? That's incredible and damn thoughtful, but I hope taking on another task doesn't get in the way of your day to day lives! After all, it would be kind of sucky to be talking about overlanding all the time and you've eaten all your time up with...

Ah, thank you! Is this option not part of mobile site?

Sorry, but can someone point me to the Overland Bound By Region topic in forums. I've searched but it doesn't come up...this is one of those no question is too stupid categories...sorry[emoji853]

The list looks pretty good, but one other thing I do is about a week or so before I plan on heading out, I find myself listening a little more closely to the car. Did it sound "normal" on the start? Does it feel sluggish at all or at certain times? What's that extra vibration or sound I don't...

Great idea, Michael! Question for you: All the designs are round. Is this to keep to the form/formula of the member medallion or because it's easier for supplier of patches? Reason I ask is because if you could do other shapes, round for one region, oval for another, triangular or 5 sided etc...

You want big! Go big or go home! [emoji16]

Washboard roads are a pain. Always feels smooth at a high speed, but as mentioned before, you lose traction. I did that one time - once! Turning a corner and it was like driving on ice. Never went back to that. Also, remember driving on a dirt road usually means wild animals also present. Keep...

Hey, what about making this an annual meetup? Every year on Super Bowl Sunday is an OverlandBound meetup from 8 - 11. And maybe have it at OB HQ, somewhere in PAC NW, etc. With Michael and Corrie doing Skype or FB chats with each group. Many, many ideas running through my head right now...

I'm in the process of building my own rack, but to hold it, I opted for the FrontRunner slats for a pair of load bars and four FrontRunner foot sets. I am very impressed with the quality of the materials. Sent from my iPad using Overland Bound Talk

It's probably already covered with the extra screwdrivers, wrenches and stuff you mention, but keep in mind tools, extra parts and such for other things like lanterns, stoves, extra batteries for flashlights, etc. I don't know what kind of stuff you have, but that is something I like to have...

Arrgghhh...I'll be one of the unlucky working that day! Daggummit!

Hey, nothing wrong with that. I remember my first AWD vehicle. A 1984 Chevy S10 Blazer with the 2.8 liter V6. It only made 120 hp - I think likely only on good days! It was way underpowered and the 4WD system either was useless or didn't work as it just seemed to never go. Whatever the case, I...

I know Michael says "It doesn't matter what you drive," but for me at least, I'd have to draw the line here!

Places I go still allowed to dig fire pits, but as my overlanding adventures grow I know I'll end up in places where the above ground options are required. Any rules and requirements for one? Are some approved by NFS or NPS or BLM?

That is really neat! Too big for transport, but still really neat!