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Big G

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Grants Pass, OR, USA
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Gary
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Cloud
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Hi all, my name is John been a fan of of the You Tube channel for some time.
I live in Santa Barbara CA.
I drive / wrench on 1996 FZJ80, the wife drives a very comfortable 100 series.
We mostly car camp with the family and a little off roading
Hello John, welcome to the OB community.
 
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Big G

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Grants Pass, OR, USA
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Orange County, California
2020 Ford Ranger XLT Sport (2wd)
Mod List: Full tint, spray in bed liner, stubby antenna, bug deflector, LED front lights high low fog, Raptor grill lights, pivot storage boxes
Overland Experience: Novice (1 campground trip, 0 wilderness camps)
Hoping to learn a lot, have some fun, and make some memories without going broke!
Hello Christopher, welcome to the OB community.
 
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Big G

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Grants Pass, OR, USA
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Gary
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Cloud
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KJ7MZB
Hey Everyone!

Finally moved back to Sun Valley, ID and got myself a new rig to adventure with!

2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road
Current mods I've installed so far:
N2 Designs Remote Start
SpeedForm Throttle Controller
3TPAM Accessory Mount
CBI Overland Bars

Near Future Mods:
Roof top tent
Front bumper w/winch
Rock sliders

I'm a novice to the whole overlanding thing. I've never modified any of my vehicles, until very recently. Gone out several trails in my area and plan on exploring more and more! Especially when I get my tent!

Excited to join the community and hope to make some new friends!
Hello Brett, welcome to the OB community.
 
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Big G

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Grants Pass, OR, USA
First Name
Gary
Last Name
Cloud
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20763

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KJ7MZB
Hey All,
Calling home Long Beach CA with my stock 2019 4Runner Off Road purchased about 30 days ago. Been riding side by sides and dirt bikes for years but in a full sized vehicle, novice is the word.
If you can call them that, mods this year are full roof rack and a hard shell tent to get the ball rolling.
Next year or two would be a winch and suspension system. When that time comes I'll likely check back here to see what the community has done.


I have been doing alot of noodling around on the interweb over the last year and found OB.
"Adventure is Necessary!" are the words and Michael and Corrie are the people that drew me to being a member.
Looking forward to the future.

-Dan
Hello Dan, welcome to the OB community.
 
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Big G

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Grants Pass, OR, USA
First Name
Gary
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Cloud
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KJ7MZB
Hello all!

Location: Midcoast region, Maine, USA
Rig: 3rd gen Tacoma, mostly stock slowly working on the upgrades
Experience: Proficient. I have traveled and explored by vehicle extensively to simply satisfy my wanderlust, but to also set up basecamps for further backcountry exploration via canoe, kayak, backpack or sailing vessel.
Hello Matthew, welcome to the OB community.
 
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Big G

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Grants Pass, OR, USA
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Gary
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Cloud
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Hi All, I'm John

Location: West Texas
Rig: 2010 Chevy Silverado 2500
Experience: Novice. A few trips to Big Bend National Park and the Hill Country in Texas

I'm looking forward to upgrading my truck and doing many overlanding trips.
Hello John, welcome to the OB community.
 
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topper142

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Delaware, USA
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David
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Bennett
Hello everyone. I'm David
Location: Delaware
Rig: 2018 Jeep JLU Rubicon
Experience: Novice to Overlanding, but I've been off roading in Pennsylvania several times to prepare, and I've camped with the Army a few times.

I'm preparing to retire soon, so I'm fixing up my rig before I push that button.
 

Mugraphy

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First Name
Mustafa
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N. Jwad
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19810

Hello every one
name: Mustafa N. Jwad
location: Iraq - Baghdad
my truck: F-150 XLT

I have a plane to overland over Europe with my family

I don't have any overland gear yet so I hope this community will help me with that so to get the best gear at low budget

last but not least I would say I'm very happy to be part of this community

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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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Reynolds
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K6KNT
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Retired Firefighter
Hello every one
name: Mustafa N. Jwad
location: Iraq - Baghdad
my truck: F-150 XLT

I have a plane to overland over Europe with my family

I don't have any overland gear yet so I hope this community will help me with that so to get the best gear at low budget

last but not least I would say I'm very happy to be part of this community

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Welcome to Overland Bound Mustafa
When you are planing your trip to Europe, you can use the regional pages to ask members about a certain area or the member map to find members in a specific area.
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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Hello everyone. I'm David
Location: Delaware
Rig: 2018 Jeep JLU Rubicon
Experience: Novice to Overlanding, but I've been off roading in Pennsylvania several times to prepare, and I've camped with the Army a few times.

I'm preparing to retire soon, so I'm fixing up my rig before I push that button.
Welcome to Overland Bound David
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 @diabetiktaco
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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Kent R

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Kent
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Hello, from southern VA! I’m new to camping/traveling but have been off-roading since before I was street legal, always been a Toyota guy! Currently have a 2009 Tacoma. Looking forward to future adventures! Hope everyone is well in these crazy times
Welcome to Overland Bound
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 @Zombie
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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Kent R

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Kent
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Greetings All; total newbie here.
SF Bay Area
2015 Toyota 4Runner Trail Premium

Looking forward to all the sage advice on this forum!
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Welcome to Overland Bound
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
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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Retired Firefighter
Hi, Im Roger
I live in Pismo beach on the central California coast.
I have a 2017 Toyota Tacoma Offroad
I get out off roading and rock crawling as much as my 33" tires and lift will let me get away with.
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Welcome to Overland Bound Roger
Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Narbob for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Barclay, a local member who is very helpful in SLO is @SLO Rob
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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Hi, Im Roger
Im Located in Grover Beach California, I Do as much weekend off roading and rock crawling as my 33" tires and lift will let me get away with. But I want to get more into multi day overlanding and camping. I would love to make some new friends here to share these adventures with.
My Rig : 2017 Tacoma Off road
Roger check out the contacts I sent you, they can help you get started with multi day trips.
 

PapaDave

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Greetings All; total newbie here.
SF Bay Area
2015 Toyota 4Runner Trail Premium

Looking forward to all the sage advice on this forum!
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Glad you are here! I am the Bay Area member rep and I can help connect you to meet ups that are happening near you. In Pleasanton CA there is a meet up on the second Sunday’s of the month and it has a great regular turn out and active. The Tri-Valley (Pleasanton) group has number of plans already laid out for June through November. Our next meet up will be July 12th, in person!

This is the regular meet up info

Tri-Valley Meet Up
US West - Tri-Valley Monthly Meet Up- Pleasanton CA
Just come! :)View Rally Point Tri-Valley Monthly Meet Up- Pleasanton CA STARTS MONTHLY ON DECEMBER 8TH EVERY SECOND SUNDAY MEET UP 1-3pm We are looking to gather together those living in the East Bay (and greater Bay Area) in downtown Pleasanton CA. Everyone is welcome as we look to gather...
www.overlandbound.com
www.overlandbound.com
If you have questions feel free to reach out
 
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Shawn
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ODonnell
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Hey everyone. Shawn from the St. Louis,MO area. Used to have a 2000 XJ that met it's untimely demise. So until we get a new rig the 06 Honda Odyssey will have to do.

Currently exploring Colorado and hope to have a new rig soon...
 

Big G

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Grants Pass, OR, USA
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Gary
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Cloud
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KJ7MZB
Hey everyone. Shawn from the St. Louis,MO area. Used to have a 2000 XJ that met it's untimely demise. So until we get a new rig the 06 Honda Odyssey will have to do.

Currently exploring Colorado and hope to have a new rig soon...
Hello Shawn, welcome to the OB community.
 
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

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El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
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Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi all!
I just bought a 2009 tacoma and I’m excited to turn it into my overland rig! I’ll post pictures as I build it:)
Welcome to Overland Bound
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 our Rocky Mountain Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Social Media:
RM FB; Overland Bound - Rocky Mountain
The closest Member Representatives to you are @A-Aron & @Knitron
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FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.