Search results

  • HTML tutorial
  1. Laughing Otter

    Great article on TAD's safari style, off grid adventure!

    Great article on overlanding/ adventuring from Triple Aught Design... DESTINATION : GRANITE 092016 AAR...
  2. Laughing Otter

    OB Challenge Coins for our currently deployed members...

    So...a day or so ago I saw the post "What is a Challenge Coin?" in the OB FAQ section. The post explained how they could be earned or bought. After I read the post...I happened to glance over at a care package I was putting together for a new friend of mine and an OB member, @Gnasher_PNW . He's...
  3. Laughing Otter

    Cool article on the iconic Toyota Land Cruiser...

    I saw this article on Gear Patrol this morning, not sure if any else has shared it, but here it is...
  4. Laughing Otter

    Camping trip to North Fork on the Olympic Peninsula

    Hey all... The family and I are heading to a remote area on the Olympic Peninsula. We'll be camping for 3 nights at a primitive camp ground about 17 miles along an non maintained fire road just past Queets, Washington. Near the river, small camping area... 9 spots. Been to this area...
  5. Laughing Otter

    Overlanders from Germany on the Olympic Peninsula

    So I heard a rumor that a group of overlanders were in town from Germany and currently were touring the Olympic Peninsula. We (my family) decided to drive to Rialto beach today and enjoy the holiday and remember the fallen soldiers that fought for this land we enjoy. While there...in the...
  6. Laughing Otter

    You don't need a lot of experience to become an "Overlander"

    Awesome story from Gear Patrol that goes to show...you don't need a lot of experience to become an "Overlander". We all started somewhere and we all gained experience along the way...I hope this story inspires newcomers to overlanding and adventuring! The Man Who Won a 1,000-Mile Expedition...
  7. Laughing Otter

    Here's Why The Land Rover Defender Costs $70,000 (Or More)

    An explanation as to why the Land Rover Defender goes up so high in value. Jeep Owners...PLEASE, do not take offense! LOL, it's all in good fun and a great video!
  8. Laughing Otter

    Communications Gear & Thieves

    Hello all... So, in my Rover I use several forms of communications Gear...My most basic is my CB radio. When I first outfitted the Rover I was running a Galaxy 99v 10 meter radio...it lasted 3 months before a thief smashed my drivers side window and took it... Next up, was a tweaked, tuned...
  9. Laughing Otter

    In my local newspaper...'07 Rubicon

    '07 Jeep Rubicon, 35" Baja claws, Ripp super charger with intercooler and larger fuel injectors, headers and full exhaust, Diablo tuned for 91 octane, front and rear lockers, 4" long arm suspension, XRC front and rear bumpers, XRC rock rails, XRC 8000 lbs winch, both hard and soft tops w/ clear...
  10. Laughing Otter

    Strange occurrences and tales of the unexplained!

    I'm most likely going to be alienated, laughed at, ostracized, and maybe even talked about as the "crazy" guy here on OB.......BUT, my curiosity is the driving force here. As some of you know, I am a professional backpacking and kayaking guide, I also teach primitive skills survival. I...
  11. Laughing Otter

    Experience with Yellow Tops?

    Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with Optima Yellow top batteries. I just installed one. For years I've use Red Tops, but with the addition of exterior lighting, CB, Scanner, Ham Radio, 2 GPS units, and in the near future...a winch...I needed a "deep cycle" battery. The Red top...
  12. Laughing Otter

    Mountain bike? Stickers? Which topic?

    Ahhh, what the hell...I'll make a new topic, just wanting to show off my new Overland Bound Decal on my 1998 GT STS 1000...Bad Ass!!!!
  13. Laughing Otter

    The Russian truck that doesn't give a damn!!!!

    Found this story and pic on Gear Patrol...apparently this rig dives over any obstacle, including water! Enjoy the pic and find the story on Gear Patrol.
  14. Laughing Otter

    A few sites worth checking out....

    Hey all...this is just an FYI post. Just a few great sites online that may be worth a look. 1.) Triple Aught Design...A few of you out here already know about this one...for those who don't, well...it's an awesome company that has high end adventure & tactical clothing and gear. They sponsor...
  15. Laughing Otter

    How cool would this project be?

    Since joining this site and reading a lot of forums and seeing all the cool rigs...it's got my wheels turning. So, there I was...perusing Craigslist ads, when I saw this..."1966 Superior Cadillac Ambulance", and immediately I thought to myself..."Self, There's an awesome overlanding project!"...
  16. Laughing Otter

    How do you spend your "down" time on the trail?

    I think this guy has the right idea! I snapped these pics at a local casino. It is a rare Series Rover with the factory pop-up camper top...I'd say he enjoys his "down" time on the trail!
  17. Laughing Otter

    Who thinks they should bring back the Camel Trophy event?

    I think it should be brought back or a similar event that would allow all manufacturers(Jeep, Toyota, Nissan, Land Rover, Mercedes, and all others) to outfit and sponsor teams. Originally the Camel Trophy event was started by Jeep, all teams had failed to finish, no disrespect to Jeep...it was...
  18. Laughing Otter

    Home made Snorkel for under $100.00

    Hey all...this post is for anyone looking to get ideas for building their own Snorkel kit. Again, idea's only...what works on my rover may not work on your Toyota or Jeep or whatever you drive. Let me know if you have questions...A few of the items I already had in the shop...the rest I...