Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

[4Funner]

Welcome to OB, CJ! We're glad to have you here. That's a sweet rig! Enjoy!

Thanks ZRex! I love it and my wife is learning to be ok with the cost to build these 4Runners out. Crazy how limited they are compared to the new Bronco!! Then again most things are. Ha!

 

[M Rose]

Thanks ZRex! I love it and my wife is learning to be ok with the cost to build these 4Runners out. Crazy how limited they are compared to the new Bronco!! Then again most things are. Ha!

The grass IS NOT greener on the other side of the pasture. The cons of the 4Runner way out weigh the pros of the new Bronco.
The only cons of the 4Runner are: Open Differentials and needing a lift to get 33” or larger tires.
Pros for the 4Runner:
Towing Capacity
V8- Engine
Cargo room
Passenger room
HUGE aftermarket support

The only thing the Bronco had going for it is selectable lockers and 35” tires. Everything else on the New Bronco is a gimmicky.
Cons on the New Bronco:
V6 engine
Limited cargo capacity
Scrunched passenger room
Limited aftermarket support
Lots of electrical systems tied together causing multiple points of failure
and my con list goes in for miles…

I own both a 4th Gen 4Runner and a 4th Gen Bronco. I was going to trade my Bronco in on the New Bronco but I wasn’t willing to loose my V8, 5 Speed Transmission, manual transfer case, towing capacity, but most importantly my cargo and passenger room. The cargo room is less in my Bronco than that of my 4Runner, but passenger room is better than the 4Runner. They both have the same towing capacity, and all my Bronco accessories are hand built.

 

[Overlanding Lawyer]

Hello everyone,

North Carolina Fort Bragg Area

1992 FJ80 1HDT
2018 4Runner

Just started getting into overlanding while in Colorado. Looking to get move involved and increase the rigs capability.

Welcome Sir!

 

[freak4life]

Hello Overland Bounders,
My name is Mark.
Rigs several…I have an addiction to overland rigs, mostly cause until my recent retirement I worked as the sales & marketing rep for Colorado Camper Van. So the current stable is a 2004 CCV built E350 6.0 uh_oh 4x4 high top w/ full interior build out, 2000 E350 Ujoint built 4x4 van (currently giving it a face lift) and 2015 Jeep JKUR with Ursa Minor pop top.
I reside in Loveland CO. Been into overlanding for 10 years or so… but was really doing it before I even knew the term.
My hobbies out side of overlanding include in no particular order - dogs, rock climbing, mtn biking, fly fishing, alpine skiing & surfing.

Hello Mark, welcome to Overland Bound.

 

[freak4life]

Hello All,
I am from Strasburg Pennsylvania and to be totally honest I become interested in this from watching Lifestyle Overland YouTube videos. I was hooked with the places they have gone. I am going to try and ease myself into this and see where it takes me. I have a 2021 Toyota 4Runner but I'm not sure I'm ready to take it out just yet. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to learn. View attachment 214253

Hello Mike, welcome to Overland Bound.

 

[freak4life]

Hey all! Mitch here. I recently started customizing my 2019 Ford Ranger and came across overlanding while looking for inspiration. Instantly I knew it was destined to be my life long hobby and money sink. I'm pretty crafty when it comes to mechanics and fabrication, and I love hiking and camping. So why not mix the two? I've never officially been overlanding so I hope this community can help guide me through gear set up and get a trip or two under my belt. I'm currently in the east coast but would love to make my way out to the west coast in the next couple or years.

I look forward to the adventure!

Hello Mitchell, welcome to Overland Bound.

 

[Kent R]

Hey all! Mitch here. I recently started customizing my 2019 Ford Ranger and came across overlanding while looking for inspiration. Instantly I knew it was destined to be my life long hobby and money sink. I'm pretty crafty when it comes to mechanics and fabrication, and I love hiking and camping. So why not mix the two? I've never officially been overlanding so I hope this community can help guide me through gear set up and get a trip or two under my belt. I'm currently in the east coast but would love to make my way out to the west coast in the next couple or years.

I look forward to the adventure!

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 East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative to you is @Mathes
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
Quick adult & youth Tread Lightly online awareness course.
Online Courses - Tread Lightly
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
Check out Overland Expo https://www.OverlandExpo.com
If you have any questions don't hesitate to message me, hopefully I can get you going in the right direction. @Kent R or Kent@OverlandBound.com

 

[Kent R]

Hello All,
I am from Strasburg Pennsylvania and to be totally honest I become interested in this from watching Lifestyle Overland YouTube videos. I was hooked with the places they have gone. I am going to try and ease myself into this and see where it takes me. I have a 2021 Toyota 4Runner but I'm not sure I'm ready to take it out just yet. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to learn. View attachment 214253

Welcome To Overland Bound
I like the color.
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
Quick adult & youth Tread Lightly online awareness course.
Online Courses - Tread Lightly
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
Check out Overland Expo https://www.OverlandExpo.com
If you have any questions don't hesitate to message me, hopefully I can get you going in the right direction. @Kent R or Kent@OverlandBound.com

 

[Kent R]

Hello Overland Bounders,
My name is Mark.
Rigs several…I have an addiction to overland rigs, mostly cause until my recent retirement I worked as the sales & marketing rep for Colorado Camper Van. So the current stable is a 2004 CCV built E350 6.0 uh_oh 4x4 high top w/ full interior build out, 2000 E350 Ujoint built 4x4 van (currently giving it a face lift) and 2015 Jeep JKUR with Ursa Minor pop top.
I reside in Loveland CO. Been into overlanding for 10 years or so… but was really doing it before I even knew the term.
My hobbies out side of overlanding include in no particular order - dogs, rock climbing, mtn biking, fly fishing, alpine skiing & surfing.

Welcome to Overland Bound Mark
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 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; OB - Colorado General
RM FB; Facebook Groups
Your Rocky Mountain Regional Director is @Neal A. Tew
The closest Member Representative is @trail_runn4r Denver Area, @Iridium Fort Collins
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Online Courses - Tread Lightly
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
Check out Overland Expo https://www.OverlandExpo.com
If you have any questions don't hesitate to message me, hopefully I can get you going in the right direction. @Kent R or Kent@OverlandBound.com

 

[Shahn]

My rig is a 87 Ford Bronco XLT. Still doing upgrades.
For now I'm still in Tampa Bay area Florida.
I enjoy the outdoors when not extremely hot. I have some knowledge of overland from being in the military. I also have search and rescue training. Plus medical. That is my dog Stella in my bronco.

Hello Matthew and welcome to Overland Bound! Thank you for your service!

 

[Shahn]

Hello Overland Bounders,
My name is Mark.
Rigs several…I have an addiction to overland rigs, mostly cause until my recent retirement I worked as the sales & marketing rep for Colorado Camper Van. So the current stable is a 2004 CCV built E350 6.0 uh_oh 4x4 high top w/ full interior build out, 2000 E350 Ujoint built 4x4 van (currently giving it a face lift) and 2015 Jeep JKUR with Ursa Minor pop top.
I reside in Loveland CO. Been into overlanding for 10 years or so… but was really doing it before I even knew the term.
My hobbies out side of overlanding include in no particular order - dogs, rock climbing, mtn biking, fly fishing, alpine skiing & surfing.

Hello Mark and welcome to Overland Bound!

 

[Shahn]

Hello All,
I am from Strasburg Pennsylvania and to be totally honest I become interested in this from watching Lifestyle Overland YouTube videos. I was hooked with the places they have gone. I am going to try and ease myself into this and see where it takes me. I have a 2021 Toyota 4Runner but I'm not sure I'm ready to take it out just yet. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to learn. View attachment 214253

Hello Mike and welcome to Overland Bound!

 

[Shahn]

Hey all! Mitch here. I recently started customizing my 2019 Ford Ranger and came across overlanding while looking for inspiration. Instantly I knew it was destined to be my life long hobby and money sink. I'm pretty crafty when it comes to mechanics and fabrication, and I love hiking and camping. So why not mix the two? I've never officially been overlanding so I hope this community can help guide me through gear set up and get a trip or two under my belt. I'm currently in the east coast but would love to make my way out to the west coast in the next couple or years.

I look forward to the adventure!

Greetings Mitch and welcome to Overland Bound!

 

[OLAF 4X4]

Hello.
Location. Thornville Ohio
Vehicle. 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Diesel
Experience. Novice

Thank you.

 

[ZRex]

Hey all! Mitch here. I recently started customizing my 2019 Ford Ranger and came across overlanding while looking for inspiration. Instantly I knew it was destined to be my life long hobby and money sink. I'm pretty crafty when it comes to mechanics and fabrication, and I love hiking and camping. So why not mix the two? I've never officially been overlanding so I hope this community can help guide me through gear set up and get a trip or two under my belt. I'm currently in the east coast but would love to make my way out to the west coast in the next couple or years.

I look forward to the adventure!

Welcome to OB, Mitchell! We're glad to have you here. Enjoy!

 

[ZRex]

Hello.
Location. Thornville Ohio
Vehicle. 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Diesel
Experience. Novice

Thank you.

Welcome to OB, Paul! We're glad to have you here. That's a good looking rig, how do you like the diesel? Enjoy!

 

[OLAF 4X4]

Welcome to OB, Paul! We're glad to have you here. That's a good looking rig, how do you like the diesel? Enjoy!

Thank you! Love the Diesel!

 

[MadVet71]

Hey everyone. I'm out of Fort Worth, Texas here. 14 4Runner I am slowly getting to where I want. Time for some winter camping!

 

[NotGumby]

Hey everyone. I'm out of Fort Worth, Texas here. 14 4Runner I am slowly getting to where I want. Time for some winter camping!

Welcome from Germany! Yes, it is winter camping season indeed!

 

[Prerunner1982]

Hello Aaron (@LowMPG ) , welcome from Navina, 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 are on occasion meet ups in the DFW area.
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning.

If you are on Facebook feel free to join us there as well, Overland Bound – Southwest.
I am one of the SW Member Reps, @Roots66 is another Member Rep based in Texas. Let us know if you have any questions.