Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

[shigeta]

Hey there! New member here.

Location: South SF Bay Area
Rig: 2006 Land Rover LR3
Experience: Beginner - I've been a part of the car and motorcycle world since I was a kid—everything from American Muscle to dirt bikes and 90's BMWs to teaching motorcycles for the state of CA. If it has wheels and a motor, I've been into it. Now, I find myself searching "out there" on the weekends for some peace and quiet. I bought my LR3 October 2019 and have been slowly trying to improve both my off-road intuition and the reliability/capability of this rig that both my lovely travel partner and I are growing to love.

Here's a recent shot from USAL Rd. up near Fort Bragg, CA.

Cheers!

 

[Kent R]

Hey there! New member here.

Location: South SF Bay Area
Rig: 2006 Land Rover LR3
Experience: Beginner - I've been a part of the car and motorcycle world since I was a kid—everything from American Muscle to dirt bikes and 90's BMWs to teaching motorcycles for the state of CA. If it has wheels and a motor, I've been into it. Now, I find myself searching "out there" on the weekends for some peace and quiet. I bought my LR3 October 2019 and have been slowly trying to improve both my off-road intuition and the reliability/capability of this rig that both my lovely travel partner and I are growing to love.

Here's a recent shot from USAL Rd. up near Fort Bragg, CA.

Cheers!

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 Representative; Bay Area @PapaDave. Dave runs a meet-up in Livermore and is actively trying to get one started in your area.
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[Kent R]

New member here, just introducing myself. David Meaux. Hoping to learn more about overlanding and meet some new trail buddies!

Location: Houston, Texas (Cypress area)

Rig: 2014 FJ Cruiser TTUE

Overlanding Experience Background: Moderate to beginner - although I've been doing it a while. not as tech savvy as I'd like to be. First time out was 1990 in my then new Jeep Cherokee Pioneer to the San Juan mountains. Nearly rolled off the cliff backwards with young expecting bride in vehicle. Fortunately I found the e-brake buried under too many maps, in the nick of time. Since then we've moved through a range of vehicles... moved to Toyota in 2010. As we live in Texas, my favorite spot is Big Bend Ranch (the state park). World-call scenery. great trails (unmaintained roads as the park calls them). We also love going to Utah and Arizona. With my new retirement my wife and I really want to pick this up more as we have a passion for it and now we have some time!

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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. These pages can be filtered by region.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
You are in the Southwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative is @USStrongman & @Prerunner1982
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[Harry OpieTremspoor]

Okay lets try this.

I'm new to this forum. I'm a South African and a member on a South Africa 4x4 forum as well.
I grew up camping in tents and caravans.
I have a 2015 Chev Trailblazer with everything needed to do over landing.
I also have a Conqueror Commander (I think in other parts of the world it's called the UEV 440) with all the bells and whistles.

Although I'm from SA, I am for the most of the past 16 years living and working in West-Africa.

I'll be in SA in a couple of weeks and plan on doing some over landing while there.

 

[PapaDave]

Hey there! New member here.

Location: South SF Bay Area
Rig: 2006 Land Rover LR3
Experience: Beginner - I've been a part of the car and motorcycle world since I was a kid—everything from American Muscle to dirt bikes and 90's BMWs to teaching motorcycles for the state of CA. If it has wheels and a motor, I've been into it. Now, I find myself searching "out there" on the weekends for some peace and quiet. I bought my LR3 October 2019 and have been slowly trying to improve both my off-road intuition and the reliability/capability of this rig that both my lovely travel partner and I are growing to love.

Here's a recent shot from USAL Rd. up near Fort Bragg, CA.

Cheers!

Hi!
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 December. Our next meet up will be November 8th, 1-3pm. Below is a link to the meet up page and thread with information.

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...
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If you have questions feel free to reach out

 

[Rumiñahui311]

Hello All!
2019 Jeep Wrangler JLUR

Me and the wife just starting out in overlanding.

Wish we could’ve made the meeting today. Hope to meet up soon.

We’re live in Hollister, Ca but have done two 10,000 mile road trips in the recent past in our old XTerra. No real camping involved though. Just looking to get out there.

 

[Iwata77]

Hi all! I found out about your community while watching youtube videos on how to outfit my rig - as well, i believe a former co worker os a pretty prolific overlander.

i reallyjust want to explore and camp along some of the easier trails within a fewhundred miles of my AO (im from Norman OK)
I am an avid motocrosser and DH mountain biker, but am really looking forward to something new i can do with my fiance and she has expressedinterest in camping. I dont think she is interested in padding up and hitting the slopes for downhill runs, but this would be a wonderful way to bond

We kayak a bit when the weather permits too.

My vehicle is a ‘18 Tacoma Sport 4wd. Im not interested in any vehicle mods outside of doing a few things to maximize storage and safety, but i love looking at the cool builds with the rack systems , roof tents and bed decks etc.


thanks for the add and i look forward to reading the great information here

Doug

Welcome from Tulsa!

We also have an Oklahoma sub-forum for more local chit chat

Oklahoma overlanders where ya at?

looking to meet some Oklahoma overlanders , i know one already (Cole) not sure of your badge number , i'll have to see if ya got it mounted next time i come into wheeler dealer.

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[Iwata77]

Hey everyone. Just getting started in overlanding. Wanted a way to spend more time with the family away from our phones and computers.

Location- Southwest MO
Vehicles- 2008 Tundra and 2006 4runner
Experience- Rookie

Welcome from NE Oklahoma

 

[TheAdventureCrusader]

Hello from Ocala, FL. My name is Daryle and pictured is one of my Mitsubishi Monteros. This is a 1998 Gen 2.5 winter package and the otherr one is a 2002 Montero Limited. Looking forward to meeting and overlanding with you all.

 

[erandrus]

Hi, my name is Edgar. I'm near Cleveland, OH. Looking to try some fun outdoor adventures with my son and dog. Really looking forward to meeting others to do this with and get some suggestions that don't require traveling too far.

Looking forward to becoming part of the community!

 

[mface7]

I'm Mike. Father of 3 boys (14, 12, 10). Former BSA Scoutmaster and my oldest is an Eagle Scout. Love the outdoors (camp, hunt, fish) and wanting to get out more, but don't want to drag my wife's vehicle into it. Currently looking for a 90s era 2500 suburban with the 454 to start my rig. Considering my better half is more into glamping, also looking at trailers (specifically toilet & shower inside) so she'll come along.

Just a follow-up for any interested: build thread happening here:

"CHUCK" 1998 Chevy Suburban K2500 Build

Finally got my rig to get started, and he's a beast! Lovingly named after my wife's great uncle because he was an enormous (6'3", 370), rough-around-the-edges, outdoorsy lover of American horsepower, this boy's currently pretty much stock. Going to be using him to teach my 3 boys (14,12, 10)...

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[Kent R]

Hi, my name is Edgar. I'm near Cleveland, OH. Looking to try some fun outdoor adventures with my son and dog. Really looking forward to meeting others to do this with and get some suggestions that don't require traveling too far.

Looking forward to becoming part of the community!

Welcome to Overland Bound Edgar
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members. These pages can be filtered by region.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
You are in the Midwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Your Regional Director is @Mike W. The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Ohio Valley Overland & @James.Laidlaw
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[Kent R]

Hello from Ocala, FL. My name is Daryle and pictured is one of my Mitsubishi Monteros. This is a 1998 Gen 2.5 winter package and the otherr one is a 2002 Montero Limited. Looking forward to meeting and overlanding with you all.

Welcome To Overland Bound Daryle.
There are lots of Monteros here on the forum, one member especially is well versed in everything Montero is @Montero Mike.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members. These pages can be filtered by region.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
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 @Cendee & @radwelder
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[Prerunner1982]

Hello David (@troubledog ) welcome from Oklahoma.

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

Kent already provided the Meet up and the trip planning links but I will add that there is a Monthly meet up in the Houston area, Taco Tuesday Truck Talk - Overland Bound

If you are on Facebook feel free to join us there as well, Overland Bound – Southwest.

 

[Kent R]

Hello All!
2019 Jeep Wrangler JLUR

Me and the wife just starting out in overlanding.

Wish we could’ve made the meeting today. Hope to meet up soon.

We’re live in Hollister, Ca but have done two 10,000 mile road trips in the recent past in our old XTerra. No real camping involved though. Just looking to get out there.

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 Representative; Bay Area @PapaDave
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members. These pages can be filtered by region.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Tread Lightly | Online Courses
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course

 

[Kent R]

Okay lets try this.

I'm new to this forum. I'm a South African and a member on a South Africa 4x4 forum as well.
I grew up camping in tents and caravans.
I have a 2015 Chev Trailblazer with everything needed to do over landing.
I also have a Conqueror Commander (I think in other parts of the world it's called the UEV 440) with all the bells and whistles.

Although I'm from SA, I am for the most of the past 16 years living and working in West-Africa.

I'll be in SA in a couple of weeks and plan on doing some over landing while there.

Welcome to Overland Bound
Your Regional Director in Africa is Christoff @Get Out GO for additional help or information.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members. These pages can be filtered by region.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
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[evasyar]

2020 Taco Backend, 2020 Taco Front

Hello Fellow Overlanders. evasyar here. I hope to contribute if I can, seek knowledge and enjoy the stay here.
From: Newnan Georgia (I 85 S of DT ATL)
Experience: Total rook! 0 knowledge on off road'ing nor overlanding.
Ride: DD 2020 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4X4 Off Road (bone stock I just got it 1 week ago today)
I hope to overland soon with wifey and 3 dogs. I hope to re-gear to perhaps 4.88 maybe 5.29 soon.
I look forward to having conversations with members here. Good day!

 

[Lothar]

I just joined last week and look forward to slapping the Overland Bound medallion on my YJ when it arrives later today.

I'm on the wrong side of middle agedom, family man, a veteran with gallows humor, charmingly obnoxious (debatable), and based out of the Columbia Basin, Eastern Washington.

My vehicle is a 1991 Jeep Yj w/ 4.0 and three-speed automatic. Like all offroading/expedition vehicles, the project is never "done" and I keep plugging away at it. The build is geared more towards expedition than wheeling, but I do plan on upgrading the rear axle, installing lockers, and putting some 35s on it to tackle some trails like the Rubicon.

I'm a lifelong outdoorsman but new to Overlanding. One of my Backpacking buddies and I are going out once or twice per month and learning as we go. We plan on driving the Washington Backcountry Discovery Route next summer and taking a couple months to meander up to Deadhorse when I retire in a little less than two years.

My other passions include backpacking, photography, traveling, spending time with my family, and interrupting conversations to show people pictures of whatever upgrade I made to my Jeep that week.

Thanks for having me.

 

[Bama_Kiwi]

I just joined last week and look forward to slapping the Overland Bound medallion on my YJ when it arrives later today.

I'm on the wrong side of middle agedom, family man, a veteran with gallows humor, charmingly obnoxious (debatable), and based out of the Columbia Basin, Eastern Washington.

My vehicle is a 1991 Jeep Yj w/ 4.0 and three-speed automatic. Like all offroading/expedition vehicles, the project is never "done" and I keep plugging away at it. The build is geared more towards expedition than wheeling, but I do plan on upgrading the rear axle, installing lockers, and putting some 35s on it to tackle some trails like the Rubicon.

I'm a lifelong outdoorsman but new to Overlanding. One of my Backpacking buddies and I are going out once or twice per month and learning as we go. We plan on driving the Washington Backcountry Discovery Route next summer and taking a couple months to meander up to Deadhorse when I retire in a little less than two years.

My other passions include backpacking, photography, traveling, spending time with my family, and interrupting conversations to show people pictures of whatever upgrade I made to my Jeep that week.

Thanks for having me.

Welcome, Ian.

 

[Lil Bear]

How wide is your RTT? I'm Looking to get one but still debating if I'm going for roofnest or CVT.

Open or closed measurement? I have a CVT Denali and I love it! It's very big though.