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suptni

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Whitby, ON, Canada
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Niral
Last Name
Vithlani
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29968

Hello all, Canadian from Ontario looking to get into overlanding with my wife. Watched too many youtube videos that gave me the push to explore. I love driving but always ended up staying at hotels and figured i need to get off the beaten path to truly explore. Working on building this rig for future adventures. IMG_0036.JPG
 

Kent R

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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, Canadian from Ontario looking to get into overlanding with my wife. Watched too many youtube videos that gave me the push to explore. I love driving but always ended up staying at hotels and figured i need to get off the beaten path to truly explore. Working on building this rig for future adventures. View attachment 197504
Welcome to Overland Bound
When I was a young boy we lived directly across the lake from you in Youngstown
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @ryancarman
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freak4life

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Contributor II

1,300
Cañon City, Colorado, USA
First Name
rich
Last Name
anderssohn
Hi from SW Washington State! Located between the mountains and the beach in an area prime for exploring, which I'm determined to do more of. I'm new to overlanding, but have been camping and exploring the outdoors all my life. My previous method of exploring was by horseback, but after being horseless for the past 2 years my soul is aching to get back out there. So, I'm starting this journey to learn new ways to do what I love with what I have. Which is my 2010 Chevy Equinox AWD. I'm just beginning the process of setting her up for adventuring. Excited to learn from this community!View attachment 197485
Hello Sara, welcome to Overland Bound. You now have different horses, the exploring is just as fun.
 

freak4life

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Contributor II

1,300
Cañon City, Colorado, USA
First Name
rich
Last Name
anderssohn
Hello all, Canadian from Ontario looking to get into overlanding with my wife. Watched too many youtube videos that gave me the push to explore. I love driving but always ended up staying at hotels and figured i need to get off the beaten path to truly explore. Working on building this rig for future adventures. View attachment 197504
Hello Niral, welcome to Overland Bound.
 
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
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1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi from SW Washington State! Located between the mountains and the beach in an area prime for exploring, which I'm determined to do more of. I'm new to overlanding, but have been camping and exploring the outdoors all my life. My previous method of exploring was by horseback, but after being horseless for the past 2 years my soul is aching to get back out there. So, I'm starting this journey to learn new ways to do what I love with what I have. Which is my 2010 Chevy Equinox AWD. I'm just beginning the process of setting her up for adventuring. Excited to learn from this community!View attachment 197485
Welcome to Overland Bound
Your Regional Director is @M Rose for additional help or information.
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

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

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Evening all, Aussie living in the US, with a LR D3. Hope to fit in here
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. 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
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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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1632

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Retired Firefighter
Hello to all, I hope all are well. I am a new to Overland Bound Forums and just wanted to say Hello from Brantford, ON. Canada and hope to learn some tips and tricks and mods.
Welcome to Overland Bound
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @ryancarman
Your Regional Director is @ 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.
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
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1632

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K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
New to Overland Bound, I’m running a 2020 Gladiator. I’m located in the Colorado Springs, Colorado area. I have 0 experience, all I know is I love getting my Jeep dirty and my family loves camping. Looking forward to meeting other enthusiast in the area and getting all the tips possible.
Welcome to Overland Bound
Great looking Gladiator. I just purchased one but wont start the build until I get back from the Continental Divide in late August. What half rack did you use?
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
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You are in our Rocky Mountain Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
OB Members Colorado
Social Media:
Telegram; OLB - Colorado
RM FB; Facebook Groups
Our Rocky Mountain Regional Director is @Neal A. Tew
The closest Member Representative is @trail_runn4r on the Front Range and @OpenlanderZ on the Western Slope.
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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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1632

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K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi- new member here in the Los Angeles area. I'm a novice to overlanding, but after a few trips to the desert I'm obsessed and planning many adventures to come! I just outfitted my rig (2016.5 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring AWD) with a rooftop tent and heading to Anza Borrego this weekend to break it in. I know it's custom to name your rig... I'm kicking around 'Nate, Nate Mazda'. He's reliable, no-nonsense, and goes with anything.
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/SD) @Dominic OB0158 (Inland Empire)
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
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1632

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K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Introducing myself, I’m Lee and live in Buckinghamshire, UK.
In the past I’ve had four Jeeps and a Range Rover, now driving a Land Rover Discovery 4.
Mediocre experience.View attachment 197427
Welcome to Overland Bound Lee
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @professorpool
Your Regional Director is @Polaris Overland for additional help or information.
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
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1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello all!

Phil and fam here.

Elk Grove, California(Sacramento area)

Camped my whole life, mostly tame though. Some wild, some boondocking. 4 wheels and 2 wheels. New to overlanding.

Don't have my rig yet, it's still being finished in factory. 5th gen 4runner Off-road. So our real overlanding adventures are yet to start. Been packing up the wagon and going tame camping for years.

See some of you all on the trails soon!
Welcome to Overland Bound Phil and Family
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; @Magic 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
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The local meet-ups are;
Elk Grove, CA
US West - Overland Bound Elk Grove, CA Meetup
Sierra Foothills Overlanders, El Dorado County CA
US West - Sierra Foothills Overlanders Monthly OLB meet-up/meeting.
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Overland Expo West in Flagstaff AZ
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DieselRamOverlander

Rank IV
Member

Enthusiast III

1,146
Clovis, CA, USA
First Name
Jeremy
Last Name
Thissell
Member #

28251

Ham/GMRS Callsign
WRMP824
Jeremy,
I'm Inthewoods (Steve)
I hold monthly meeting in Visalia CA and take trips every month. I to have a full size Dodge Ram 2500 currently in Clovis at Extreme 4x4 having 4.88 gears and a Detroit locker installed. I hope to get my truck today.
We are having a meeting tomorrow at Sportsman warehouse in Visalia, information is in the Rally point. We taking a trip to Monache Meadows in a few weeks, your welcome to join if you want. I have a YouTube channel if interested.
Adventures inthewoods (inthewoods all one word)
I winter camp alot of Fresno and going up there soon.

Feel free to pm me.
Ah Hah.... I found your reply... this forum is a bit tricky to navigate, but I'm sure I will get used to it... Was Awesome to meet you yesterday... look forward to the adventures we find.... talk to you soon
 
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Roving_mom

Rank III
Member

Contributor III

634
Toutle, Skamania County, Washington, United States
First Name
Melanie
Last Name
Derbes
Member #

27280

Hi all! I’m Melanie. My travel buddies and I (hubby, little kiddo, and doggo) love making awesome family memories together. We have a 2007 Land Rover LR3 and we’re largely the budget/DIYer types. We live in southwest Washington and love to explore the vast natural beauty of the PNW. We have some camping experience but we’re starting to step up our game with some added gear to take us into colder months and longer trips.
 

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TheJourneyBefor

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Investor

Contributor III

797
Farmington, Utah, United States
First Name
Corbyn
Last Name
Peterson
Member #

29613

Service Branch
Air Force
Hey, new members here! My wife and I have followed Overland Bound for years now, and are finally joining since we bought our first 4x4 vehicle. We are extremely excited to get to know people who are a part of this community and hopefully learn all about overlanding.

Location: Brigham City, Utah
Experience: Novice
Vehicle: Jeep Cherokee, nicknamed Blue Beetle
My name: Corbyn
Wife's name: Christina

My wife and I, along with our two boys, and doggo love the outdoors and are eager to get out and explore!
 

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Pathfinder II

432
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
First Name
Rachel
Last Name
Clements
Member #

28119

Hi! We are a little family located in Alberta Canada. My name is Rachel and with my husband Brent and our son Wesley we just started overlanding. We own a 2002 Toyota 4runner and recently started adding our own things to it. We are excited to meet others in our area and continue our outdoor adventures.
 

Fishhippie

Rank II
Member

Enthusiast I

404
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
First Name
Thad
Last Name
Robison
Member #

27282

Hello OB Community! Been a stalker for a while and finally decided to go full send. Im an adventure fly fishing film maker/guide/host by trade. Did my first overlanding expedition in 94 driving and exploring Tierra del Fuego for a month. It's been non stop ever since. Ive been fortunate to drive and explore across Mongolia, NT Australia, South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, and South America. Greatest memory though is converting a 1996 Ford F250 to run on used vegetable oil and driving with my crew from Portland OR to Peru, the goal was to make it all the way to Ushuaia but we broke down south of Trujillo a few years back and havent been able to complete the expedition. Hoping to change that in the near future. I've got a couple of photos of the F2Veggi below.
If anyone is interested in watching that expedition unfold from the rig build to the adventure through Mexico the full length feature is free to watch on YouTube
The greatest part of overlanding for me is the journey, not the destination as I have experienced so many times by getting to know learn and grow by meeting the local people in the communities.

Currently Im residing in SLC Utah and rollin a 2017 Toyota Tacoma Off Road nick named Ginger that I am in the process of slowly building into my ideal Fly Fishing Overland rig. Spending a lot of time currently overlanding in the Utah West Desert, Western Nevada and the Sawtooths in Idaho.
Ive already gained a lot of information her on OB, such a great resource. Thanks to the peeps who hatched this great site. Looking forward to becoming a part of this great community.
 

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Contributor III

327
North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
First Name
James
Last Name
Maier
Member #

27019

Hey there! My names is James, I currently live in the PNW. But I'm soon to move to Las Vegas, nevada. I drive a 14 frontier on OME rear leaf pack for 3 inches. And Radflo coilovera up front for 2.5 but I need just alittle more up front lol. Anyway. I love wheeling and camping in my setup. It's amazing. Any questions let me know. Im always willing to help and give advice!
 

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