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Logansrun01

Rank III
Launch Member

Enthusiast II

509
Bakersfield, Kern County, California, United States
First Name
John
Last Name
Duncan
Member #

23399

Glad to be here

My name is John
From Bakersfield ca.
My rig is a 1996 chevy suburban 4x4
Call her my green machine and she does very well for what I need her to do.
I have some experience through my life 4 wheeling and camping but now I am putting it all together in overland travel. Pics soon to come. Thank you.
 

M Rose

Local Expert
Mod Team
Member

Advocate III

5,584
Northeast Oregon, United States
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Rose
Member #

20990

Ham/GMRS Callsign
W7FSB
Service Branch
US ARMY Retired
Hello Everyone!
My name is Ty
I am from St. Helens, Oregon
I have 2017 Toyota Tacoma, SR, Access cab, I4 2.4L, 4x4, MT
I’m new to overlanding but years ago I was a land surveyor "route surveying " we basically lived out of our rigs and had to get from point "A" to point "B"

I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully will see you out on the trail soon!

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Welcome Tye ,
I am the Northwest Regional Director for Overland Bound. @Munga Brown and @Greg Eigsti are your closest Member Representatives. @Spud.Built is also from St Hellans and has put on an event in the past.

Due to “Social Distancing” and “Shelter In Place” practices during the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have temporarily postponed group meetups, trail rides, and Campouts. Instead the Northwest Member Rep Team has incorporated weekly conference calls each Sunday at 7:30 PM PST (8:30) Mountain Time). A full list with scheduling can be found at Sunday Night Regional Conference Call

Welcome once again
Stay well, stay safe

Mike Rosey
NW Director
Overland Bound
 
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Ty Harman

Rank IV
Launch Member

Traveler III

953
Longview, Cowlitz County, Washington, United States
First Name
Tyler
Last Name
Harman
Member #

26489

Welcome Tye ,
I am the Northwest Regional Director for Overland Bound. @Munga Brown and @Greg Eigsti are your closest Member Representatives. @Spud.Built is also from St Hellans and has put on an event in the past.

Due to “Social Distancing” and “Shelter In Place” practices during the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have temporarily postponed group meetups, trail rides, and Campouts. Instead the Northwest Member Rep Team has incorporated weekly conference calls each Sunday at 7:30 PM PST (8:30) Mountain Time). A full list with scheduling can be found at Sunday Night Regional Conference Call

Welcome once again
Stay well, stay safe

Mike Rosey
NW Director
Overland Bound
Thanks, I appreciate the info!
 
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TheBestCow

Rank II
Launch Member

Enthusiast I

404
Knoxville, TN, USA
First Name
Kevin
Last Name
Mulligan
Member #

24333

Hello everyone, I go by TheBestCow because... well, it was something about high school, playing CounterStrike, and I don't remember the rest of the story, but it's been the username I've used on automotive forums since then so I've stuck with it.

I bought my 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser two weeks ago and am a complete novice when it comes to leaving pavement.

I live in Knoxville, TN with my family, and this rig replaces my '13 Honda Pilot that was hit and totaled earlier this year. Maybe it's the health scare in the country, maybe I'm getting older, but I just want to get out into nature more, take more risks, and learn how to wrench along the way. I've always been a "car guy" at heart, but never worked on my own vehicles and been more of a "watching from the sidelines" kind of guy.

I did my first ever oil change and tire rotation this weekend (only took me 3-4 hours with checking, rechecking, and rewatching YouTube videos to make sure I did it right...) and I've greased the driveshaft zerks. Rig has some severely stuck on clay on the underside, the sunroof and AC evaporator is leaking... but we're learning as we go. Need to fix some things before we can get out into nature in it. Looking forward to learning through Overland Bound along the way.

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Ubiety

Rank VI
Member

Explorer I

5,221
Sammamish, WA, USA
First Name
Greg
Last Name
Ubiety
Member #

6193

Ham/GMRS Callsign
Ribs
Don't know if this posting will make any sense because I am SO SO SO HAPPY to have finally joined. I have been following the OB Instagram page for quite some time and now regretting not joining sooner as the #'s have sky rocketed since I started following to now. I always felt that if I didn't have the correct vehicle, I shouldn't be part of the club as I don't think a twin turbo charged 08 Mustang would have done well Overlanding :grimacing:. I began my adventure in building an Overland vehicle about 6 months in hope of being able to enjoy the outdoors with my father. My father was in a very bad car accident 3 years ago where he had broken his neck, back, skull, leg, and ankle (among many other injuries) and has not been able to go out since. My father was an avid camper and hiker and he truly misses the outdoors. Since he is no longer mobile and can only travel short distances walking, I thought why not build something that can get my Dad where he wants to go!

1) Will be uploading photos soon !
2) Kirkland, WA
3) 2014 Ram 1500 Limited Laramie Crew Cab
4) Avid back packer and experienced offroader with quads. New to the truck/jeep wheeling scene but many years of recovery and logistics as I use to own my own logistics company.
Rich, welcome to the OB community! I love what you are doing for your dad; thanks for sharing! Please join the Sunday conference call that @M Rose mentioned, good time chatting and learning from each other during the current situation. Once things cool down I'd like to get some sort of recurring meetup started for our area (I am in Sammamish).
 

Ubiety

Rank VI
Member

Explorer I

5,221
Sammamish, WA, USA
First Name
Greg
Last Name
Ubiety
Member #

6193

Ham/GMRS Callsign
Ribs
Hello Everyone!
My name is Ty
I am from St. Helens, Oregon
I have 2017 Toyota Tacoma, SR, Access cab, I4 2.4L, 4x4, MT
I’m new to overlanding but years ago I was a land surveyor "route surveying " we basically lived out of our rigs and had to get from point "A" to point "B"

I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully will see you out on the trail soon!

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Welcome to the OB community! Have a real close buddy who lives near Yankton who introduced me to "the mayor of Yankton". Hahahaha.
 
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Ty Harman

Rank IV
Launch Member

Traveler III

953
Longview, Cowlitz County, Washington, United States
First Name
Tyler
Last Name
Harman
Member #

26489

Hello Everyone!
My name is Ty
I am from St. Helens, Oregon
I have 2017 Toyota Tacoma, SR, Access cab, I4 2.4L, 4x4, MT
I’m new to overlanding but years ago I was a land surveyor "route surveying " we basically lived out of our rigs and had to get from point "A" to point "B"

I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully will see you out on the trail soon!

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Welcome to the OB community! Have a real close buddy who lives near Yankton who introduced me to "the mayor of Yankton". Hahahaha.
That’s awesome LOL! My kids actually went to the Yankton school! Maybe I’ll see you and/or your buddy out on the trail...
 
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Prerunner1982

Local Expert, Oklahoma USA
Launch Member
Member

Member III

3,372
Navina, Oklahoma
First Name
Jon
Last Name
B
Member #

16274

Hello @JDMOverland , welcome from Oklahoma.

You are in the Southwest Region. Check out the Southwest Region sub-forum for local information and involvement opportunities.

Here is the link to the forum calendar and Meet-Up event page: Overland Bound Meetups. There was a meet up in Tucson the 3rd Thursday of each month, hopefully it will pick back up soon so keep an eye out. Southern Arizona Overlanders Recurring Monthly Meetup
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
If you are on Facebook feel free to join us there as well, Overland Bound – Southwest.
 
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Hikermike01

Rank 0
Launch Member

Contributor I

60
Alberta Canada
First Name
Mike
Last Name
C
Hello all!
I've been "lurking" reading the posts and advise that I was able too over the years as I didn't think there were many Canucks on the page - Man was I wrong hahahaha. Not new to camping or offroading but it has only been a year or so since I put the two formally together.
My family is on their fourth Jeep - a 2020 JT of course, stock with the Taj Mahal on top :)

Looking forward to trips into Montana and Colorado and even further! Of course this year it will be a time to explore the great province I'm in (Alberta) until further travel is permitted.Overland Rainbow.jpg
 

Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello everyone, I go by TheBestCow because... well, it was something about high school, playing CounterStrike, and I don't remember the rest of the story, but it's been the username I've used on automotive forums since then so I've stuck with it.

I bought my 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser two weeks ago and am a complete novice when it comes to leaving pavement.

I live in Knoxville, TN with my family, and this rig replaces my '13 Honda Pilot that was hit and totaled earlier this year. Maybe it's the health scare in the country, maybe I'm getting older, but I just want to get out into nature more, take more risks, and learn how to wrench along the way. I've always been a "car guy" at heart, but never worked on my own vehicles and been more of a "watching from the sidelines" kind of guy.

I did my first ever oil change and tire rotation this weekend (only took me 3-4 hours with checking, rechecking, and rewatching YouTube videos to make sure I did it right...) and I've greased the driveshaft zerks. Rig has some severely stuck on clay on the underside, the sunroof and AC evaporator is leaking... but we're learning as we go. Need to fix some things before we can get out into nature in it. Looking forward to learning through Overland Bound along the way.

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Welcome To Overland Bound
Nice rig! great platform to start a build.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
Overland Expo East is this October. About EAST — Overland Expo®
You are in the Southeast Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Your Regional Director is @AdventureWithDanan . The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @rrjones2u
Overland Expo east is in October;
About EAST — Overland Expo®
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello all!
I've been "lurking" reading the posts and advise that I was able too over the years as I didn't think there were many Canucks on the page - Man was I wrong hahahaha. Not new to camping or offroading but it has only been a year or so since I put the two formally together.
My family is on their fourth Jeep - a 2020 JT of course, stock with the Taj Mahal on top :)

Looking forward to trips into Montana and Colorado and even further! Of course this year it will be a time to explore the great province I'm in (Alberta) until further travel is permitted.View attachment 156672
Welcome to Overland Bound!
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Sandpoint Steve
I like the Gladiator!
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi I’m Reed
Location: West Hartford CT
Current Vehicle: 2017 Nissan Rogue sport
Currently using a tent but hoping to get a Runaway trailer soon
Overland Experience: Novice
Welcome to Overland Bound Reed!
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative to you is @Cowboyupdan
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
Overland Expo East is in October.
About EAST — Overland Expo®
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Glad to be here

My name is John
From Bakersfield ca.
My rig is a 1996 chevy suburban 4x4
Call her my green machine and she does very well for what I need her to do.
I have some experience through my life 4 wheeling and camping but now I am putting it all together in overland travel. Pics soon to come. Thank you.
Welcome to Overland Bound John.
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @TOMB
Your Regional Director is @Narbob for additional help or information.
There is a meet-up in Bakersfield that can be found on the meet-up page of the forum.
Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello Everyone!
My name is Ty
I am from St. Helens, Oregon
I have 2017 Toyota Tacoma, SR, Access cab, I4 2.4L, 4x4, MT
I’m new to overlanding but years ago I was a land surveyor "route surveying " we basically lived out of our rigs and had to get from point "A" to point "B"

I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully will see you out on the trail soon!

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Welcome to Overland Bound Ty.
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Gabriel Bozeman
Your Regional Director is @M Rose for additional help or information.

Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi all! Mike or (Walastik) here from San Jose, CA. I just joined now and would like to know more about overlanding and meet friends!
Rig: 2007 FJ Cruiser
Overland Experience: Novice
Welcome to Overland Bound Mike
Don't hesitate to message your Regional Director @Narbob if you have any questions. For local information about trips and meet-ups contact your NorCal Member Representatives; Bay Area @PapaDave, Sac/Foothills @Magic Mike, North State @Cottonwoody
Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi All!

My name is Jonathan and I'm so excited to be here! This is a great community and I'm so happy to be a part of it. I've always wanted to go on off-road adventures and last year got a rig that could do it.

Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Rig: 2012 Toyota Tacoma (TRD Off-Road, Access Cab)
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Welcome to Overland Bound Jonathan
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @A-Aron

Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi just joined and me and my wife are very excited to start exploring and meet some great people that enjoy overlanding we have a couple of friends and family with rigs but are not always down to go so I’m hoping with this community I can find more people to hang out and camp and wheel with I have a 2009 trd off road Tacoma with a 6 speed manual 4x4 and a locking rear diff and after 2 years of saving I just purchased a icon stage 4 kit method wheels and Toyo 285/70/r17 mud tires and a brute force fab bed cage I am very excited to see what she can do when it’s all installed
Welcome to Overland Bound!
Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Narbob for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Barclay (LA) @FrankRoams (OC) @Dominic OB0158 (Inland Empire)

Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Tread Lightly | Online Courses
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
 

Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
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My name is Brandon.

Location: Birmingham, AL
Rig: 97 Jeep Cherokee Sport
Overland Experience: Novice.
Welcome To Overland Bound Brandon!
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
Overland Expo East is this October. About EAST — Overland Expo®
You are in the Southeast Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Your Regional Director is @AdventureWithDanan . The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @rrjones2u
Overland Expo east is in October;
About EAST — Overland Expo®
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Tread Lightly | Online Courses
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
 

Kent R

OB Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello all. I have been camping and hiking all my life and started to off-road quite a bit and the combination of the two hit the nail on the head for me.

Located in Puyallup, WA
Rig is a bone stock 3rd Gen Tacoma, new platform for me. Been in the Jeep world for the past 15 years.
Experience level is intermediate, there is always something new to learn.
Welcome to Overland Bound!

Overland Expo West is this July https://www.overlandexpo.com/west
Check out the Overland Expo happening in Loveland CO this August;
About MOUNTAIN WEST — Overland Expo®
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
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