Enthusiast I
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Enthusiast III
- 646
- First Name
- Sergio
- Last Name
- Kyriakis
- Member #
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26640
- Service Branch
- US Army Veteran
Greeting Overlanders!
My name is Sergio I am a new member #26640 and this is my very brief into:
First things first, behold, my 2021 TrdPro 4Runner in Lunar Rock! I took deliver of it in October and it had a full 1 mile on it.
I reside in the Pittsburgh, PA vicinity and I just started to venture (back) into the overloading domain.
I am super, super glad to have stumbled on this forum, thanks to YouTube.
I look forward to meeting as many of you as I can over the coming years to exchange stories but mostly to learn.
Enough of the I statements.
Rock-On!
Member III
Welcome to the OB crew, to get started on your overlanding journey, head over to the Boot Camp threads here in the forums, there is a lot of useful information on almost every aspect of overlanding, be sure to ask questions, our experienced overlanders here are happy to answer questions and offer you advice. be sure to check out the vehicle build threads, there are a lot of incredible ideas to be learned there
Enthusiast III
- 646
- First Name
- Sergio
- Last Name
- Kyriakis
- Member #
-
26640
- Service Branch
- US Army Veteran
Member III
P.S. that is one wicked looking pro 4Runner, they just keep on getting better and better looking every year
Enthusiast III
- 646
- First Name
- Sergio
- Last Name
- Kyriakis
- Member #
-
26640
- Service Branch
- US Army Veteran
Thanks man! I added some RSG sliders about a week later, just haven't shot any updated pics. I hope they don't go converting to electric any time soon.
Member III
I doubt they will do that, and I would have one of the new pro 4runners except i need a pick up truck, it would be hard to farm out of a 4Runner
Enthusiast I
- 434
- First Name
- Mark
- Last Name
- Nieffenegger
- Member #
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28894
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- KF7SSR
Mark and Teresa here, 2013 JKU Jeep Wrangler - our get to anywhere we want to go rig!
After a ground tent and back of the pick up tent, we built a homebrew off road capable trailer to carry the gear where we want to go. Last year took us from Oregon to Canada via the Washington State Back Road Discovery Route (WABDR) around 600 milesish off road. Several trips into the back country of Central Washington, down into Arizona across Oregon, Idaho and Utah and Nevada and California on the return.
Many lessons were learned putting it all together and logging countless miles and nights in the roof top tent. Lessons that will transfer over to the next build, which hopefully we will trim 1000 pounds or more from the next one. This year we also got a new addition to the pack... currently 10 months and 93 pound fur missile German Shepherd that loves to ride in the jeep and loves to sleep in the roof top tent! This last trip he was too heavy for me to pack up and down the ladder so we put his crate in the annex room.
Nice to be here and shout out a hey on the drive by.
After a ground tent and back of the pick up tent, we built a homebrew off road capable trailer to carry the gear where we want to go. Last year took us from Oregon to Canada via the Washington State Back Road Discovery Route (WABDR) around 600 milesish off road. Several trips into the back country of Central Washington, down into Arizona across Oregon, Idaho and Utah and Nevada and California on the return.
Many lessons were learned putting it all together and logging countless miles and nights in the roof top tent. Lessons that will transfer over to the next build, which hopefully we will trim 1000 pounds or more from the next one. This year we also got a new addition to the pack... currently 10 months and 93 pound fur missile German Shepherd that loves to ride in the jeep and loves to sleep in the roof top tent! This last trip he was too heavy for me to pack up and down the ladder so we put his crate in the annex room.
Nice to be here and shout out a hey on the drive by.
Member III
Welcome to the OB crew, it looks like you can pretty much get to anywhere you want in that rig, sweet.
Hello all,
My name is Andreas.
Living in Vancouver, BC
My Rig(s): ‘95 Landrover Discovery 1 (all stock),and newly acquired ‘08 Landrover LR3 HSE (all stock).
I’ve got about year under my belt of off-roading, but still a novice.
Looking forward to be getting out there.
My name is Andreas.
Living in Vancouver, BC
My Rig(s): ‘95 Landrover Discovery 1 (all stock),and newly acquired ‘08 Landrover LR3 HSE (all stock).
I’ve got about year under my belt of off-roading, but still a novice.
Looking forward to be getting out there.
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Member III
Welcome to the OB crew, to get started on your overlanding journey, head over to the Boot Camp threads here in the forums, there is a lot of useful information on almost every aspect of overlanding, be sure to ask questions, our experienced overlanders here are happy to answer questions and offer you advice.
Pathfinder III
- 5,200
- First Name
- Kent
- Last Name
- Reynolds
- Member #
-
1632
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- K6KNT
- Service Branch
- Retired Firefighter
Welcome to Overland Bound Andeas
Your Regional Director is @M Rose for additional help or information.
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Hello everyone, my name is Mark Brodeur . Born and raised in Massachusetts and growing up at a early age my father had a 70s land cruiser till I was four. However I still briefly remember him taking my brother and i out on trails. Growing up, my grandparents had a sail boat so when we where not involved in sports we would be out to watch hill ri which where great memories or camping. Yearly, trips to hermit island the ocean and camping has felt like the truest thing to my heart. White mountain trips in New Hampshire as well. I just love being outdoors and more recently then not can find me out ice fishing.
So I think because I was brought up camping, hunting and fishing in our Boston whaler with my father and having dogs in my life I have a true love for being away from everything and everyone. Politically I stand conservative and am very proud to support trump and really only follow info wars, and tucker on fox. I have a bachelors degree in criminal justice from Westfield state. Although, I do not use my degree I love at a young age being so interested in the constitution and the rule of law. Currently, besides my currently job I am trying to purchase everything I need to open a Etsy shop and rent out my home ( which I did a 15 year mortgage) now I only owe 8 years however plan to pay it off sooner and plan to use the Etsy and my rent to travel to different locations because we have some many beautiful places right in our own backyard.
By adding this , my only hope is to find like minded individuals in the north east that I can get together with , maybe share a treehouse beer and plan the next big trip. I will never be pavement princess and have worked far too hard to get my rig to where it is today.
So about my rig; she is named Beatrice after my amazing grandmother who is 95 and still kicking. I am a dork for naming my rig and I’m fine w that . So Beatrice is a Tacoma 2011 trd sport double cab longbed. Purchased last year in July and immediately was a recipient of a new frame by Toyota. This took some time for Toyota to order the frame and during that time had the chance to drive a 2019 trd sport which to be honest I really rather then popular opinion other then the bells and whistles felt the ride was a lot better w the second edition. My own feeling may have something to do w gearing but I don’t want to get off topic. Anyways, I had Toyota put on upper control arms by jba high casters, diff drop, bilstein 6112 on fourth notch and 5160 in the back. Also, rxt leaf springs, Gibson exhaust, mountain hatch and method 703 w wildpeak 265/70r17 then I got the truck back. I waited more then I would have to do cmc however now done and piece welded in from Mobtown off road. After that, did alpha Uptop overlands roof rack, extreme led light bars and victory 4x4 strike aluminum bumper. One of my favorite add on has been my Mobtown overland bars which are amazing for throwing my kayak or now during this time of year my ice fishing sled up on. Also, put on tarno toolbox cover, bed carpet, have the genesis duel battery and have learned a lot about wiring my vehicle for what I have done. Along w a fridge from Costco that has been a game changer and yesterday purchased from group buy on Tacoma world rci , front skid plate and finally sliders. Pictures to come near future, but my only hope again is to become part of the family that is overland bound and hopefully am confident that people w accept me. I appreciate nature and always leave a area more clean then when I first arrived to it. I hope I can find people in the north east to make my next adventure on and I could not be happier to be part of overland bound . Happy I pulled the trigger this morning to join and made my first purchase of a sweat shirt !!
Lastly, I have more experience w camping , rather then w my vehicle and i strongly believe w the right group to meet out w I will not have anything but lasting memories for years to come . Thanks for everyone taking the time to read about me and for welcoming me the family formerly known as overland bound
So I think because I was brought up camping, hunting and fishing in our Boston whaler with my father and having dogs in my life I have a true love for being away from everything and everyone. Politically I stand conservative and am very proud to support trump and really only follow info wars, and tucker on fox. I have a bachelors degree in criminal justice from Westfield state. Although, I do not use my degree I love at a young age being so interested in the constitution and the rule of law. Currently, besides my currently job I am trying to purchase everything I need to open a Etsy shop and rent out my home ( which I did a 15 year mortgage) now I only owe 8 years however plan to pay it off sooner and plan to use the Etsy and my rent to travel to different locations because we have some many beautiful places right in our own backyard.
By adding this , my only hope is to find like minded individuals in the north east that I can get together with , maybe share a treehouse beer and plan the next big trip. I will never be pavement princess and have worked far too hard to get my rig to where it is today.
So about my rig; she is named Beatrice after my amazing grandmother who is 95 and still kicking. I am a dork for naming my rig and I’m fine w that . So Beatrice is a Tacoma 2011 trd sport double cab longbed. Purchased last year in July and immediately was a recipient of a new frame by Toyota. This took some time for Toyota to order the frame and during that time had the chance to drive a 2019 trd sport which to be honest I really rather then popular opinion other then the bells and whistles felt the ride was a lot better w the second edition. My own feeling may have something to do w gearing but I don’t want to get off topic. Anyways, I had Toyota put on upper control arms by jba high casters, diff drop, bilstein 6112 on fourth notch and 5160 in the back. Also, rxt leaf springs, Gibson exhaust, mountain hatch and method 703 w wildpeak 265/70r17 then I got the truck back. I waited more then I would have to do cmc however now done and piece welded in from Mobtown off road. After that, did alpha Uptop overlands roof rack, extreme led light bars and victory 4x4 strike aluminum bumper. One of my favorite add on has been my Mobtown overland bars which are amazing for throwing my kayak or now during this time of year my ice fishing sled up on. Also, put on tarno toolbox cover, bed carpet, have the genesis duel battery and have learned a lot about wiring my vehicle for what I have done. Along w a fridge from Costco that has been a game changer and yesterday purchased from group buy on Tacoma world rci , front skid plate and finally sliders. Pictures to come near future, but my only hope again is to become part of the family that is overland bound and hopefully am confident that people w accept me. I appreciate nature and always leave a area more clean then when I first arrived to it. I hope I can find people in the north east to make my next adventure on and I could not be happier to be part of overland bound . Happy I pulled the trigger this morning to join and made my first purchase of a sweat shirt !!
Lastly, I have more experience w camping , rather then w my vehicle and i strongly believe w the right group to meet out w I will not have anything but lasting memories for years to come . Thanks for everyone taking the time to read about me and for welcoming me the family formerly known as overland bound
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Pathfinder III
- 5,200
- First Name
- Kent
- Last Name
- Reynolds
- Member #
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1632
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- K6KNT
- Service Branch
- Retired Firefighter
Welcome to Overland Bound Mar and Teresa
I like the description of your rig, "get to anywhere we want to go rig!" That's my theory also.
Your Regional Director is @M Rose 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
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Pathfinder III
- 5,200
- First Name
- Kent
- Last Name
- Reynolds
- Member #
-
1632
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- K6KNT
- Service Branch
- Retired Firefighter
Welcome to Overland Bound Sergio
I like the color of your rig, I don't think I have seen that one yet
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 East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative to you is @Wawa Skittletits
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
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Pathfinder III
- 5,200
- First Name
- Kent
- Last Name
- Reynolds
- Member #
-
1632
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- K6KNT
- Service Branch
- Retired Firefighter
Welcome to Overland Bound Michael
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 @Prerunner1982
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Pathfinder III
- 5,200
- First Name
- Kent
- Last Name
- Reynolds
- Member #
-
1632
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- K6KNT
- Service Branch
- Retired Firefighter
Welcome to Overland Bound Lex
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 @James.Laidlaw & @Ohio Valley Overland
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Advocate III
- 5,584
- First Name
- Michael
- Last Name
- Rose
- Member #
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20990
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- W7FSB
- Service Branch
- US ARMY Retired
Hello Mark and Teresa, Welcome to Overland Bound.
I am the Northwest Director. @Ubiety is your closest member representative.
To help navigate through the forums, here are some links that can be filtered by “Region” prefix. We are in the Overland Bound North America US Northwest Region (US Northwest for short).
Overland Bound Meetups- is where all member generated rally points are posted in forum format for discussion of Rally Point and other types of Meetups. A meetup can be as simple as a group getting together for coffee, a trail ride, or a full in expedition with other Overland Bound Members.
Overland Bound Trip Planning- is a great place to talk about planning a trip wether by your self or as a group.
Overland Bound Routs: Downloadable- is exactly what it sounds like. Search, or share your GPX files here with a description of the route and POIs.
Share your Overland Routes- is similar time the downloadable posted above, but doesn’t require you to share the actual GPX file.
Overland Bound By Region < North America < US Northwest- is where you can find regional members discussing local events, Overland News, and general topics. It’s a great recourse to mete others in the regions.
Member Maps- a great trip planning tool. It can also be used to send out messages to members near your location, or a location you plan to visit.
Rally Point- a tool used to creat Meetups or send out an SOS.
Any questions, don’t hesitate to ask myself or your member representative team. Again welcome and hope to see you on the trails.
Mike Rose
Northwest Director
Overland Bound
Advocate III
- 5,584
- First Name
- Michael
- Last Name
- Rose
- Member #
-
20990
- Ham/GMRS Callsign
- W7FSB
- Service Branch
- US ARMY Retired
Hello Andreas, Welcome to Overland Bound.
I am the Northwest Director. @Gabriel Bozeman is your closest member representative.
To help navigate through the forums, here are some links that can be filtered by “Region” prefix. We are in the Overland Bound North America US Northwest Region (US Northwest for short).
Overland Bound Meetups- is where all member generated rally points are posted in forum format for discussion of Rally Point and other types of Meetups. A meetup can be as simple as a group getting together for coffee, a trail ride, or a full in expedition with other Overland Bound Members.
Overland Bound Trip Planning- is a great place to talk about planning a trip wether by your self or as a group.
Overland Bound Routs: Downloadable- is exactly what it sounds like. Search, or share your GPX files here with a description of the route and POIs.
Share your Overland Routes- is similar time the downloadable posted above, but doesn’t require you to share the actual GPX file.
Overland Bound By Region < North America < US Northwest- is where you can find regional members discussing local events, Overland News, and general topics. It’s a great recourse to mete others in the regions.
Member Maps- a great trip planning tool. It can also be used to send out messages to members near your location, or a location you plan to visit.
Rally Point- a tool used to creat Meetups or send out an SOS.
Any questions, don’t hesitate to ask myself or your member representative team. Again welcome and hope to see you on the trails.
Mike Rose
Northwest Director
Overland Bound
