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mface7

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Syracuse, Utah, USA
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Michael
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Facer
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29083

Hey everyone, thanks for letting me join the community. New guy in New Mexico, using my 2014 tundra crewmax. Lots of experience in the outdoors but just getting into Overlanding. Also love motorcycle camping off my 2014 bmw r 1200 gs. Two wheels or four, I just appreciate being out and off of pavement. Looking forward to the group, thanks!
-Ivan
Welcome and thanks for serving our country.
 
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CmHarper50

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Contributor III

327
Renton, King County, Washington, United States
First Name
Chloe
Last Name
Harper
Member #

40999

Hello! My name is Chloe, I’m from the Pacific Northwest (the Seattle area). And I have a 1992 FJ80 Land cruiser! I don’t have much experience over landing yet as I just got my license but have had a passion for cars as long as I could remember. I got my Land cruiser from my parents, who bought it as a snow rig for the winter. Ever since then (about 4 years now) I’ve been learning and building my truck for what I want to do, which is over landing! I’ve got big plans for this beauty, but here’s what I’ve done to her so far! I bought an ARB deluxe bull bar that has a Smittybilt X2O 10k winch and Hella LEDs mounted to it. Ive also got aftermarket tail lights, and a new set of headlights on the way along with a snorkel. Other than that I’ve been fixing all the issues that come with a 30 year old classic. I plan to V8 swap her with my Dad in the near future, along with further outfitting and suspension/brake upgrades too. (And yes, i put the fair lead on in the two pics with the winch on, I surprised my Dad by getting the winch on and didn’t have time to put it on lol)
 

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mface7

Rank V

Influencer II

2,662
Syracuse, Utah, USA
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Facer
Member #

29083

I've been lurking for a while. I had Forester but recently traded it in for an Outback Wilderness that the dealer had installed K02's. Quick Google search and I found Prairie City SRVA here in NorCal. I figured a controlled environment and having others arround incase I did something stupid wasn't a bad idea. What a blast! I asked the Park Ranger for a map and general idea of how things worked. I'm an off road noob and he was very skeptical about my vehicle, much less med lol. He made sure to emphasize how muddy it was. I had no issues. They were having a Bronco Experience event so I kind of followed them around for a bit I watched others to figure what lines to take and not take. Guy almost rolled his truck. Pulled out a Toyota as 2 Jeeps watched. I wasn't anymore confident than they were but I was there and hooked up by the time they got there. Meet a guy named Chris. He had an AWD Ford and turns out we were watching each other with the if he can I can thing happening. Sorry for the longish post, just excited and need somebody to talk to. Wife is mad because I ordered some Primitive Racing skid plates :) View attachment 214728
Welcome and thanks for your service
 
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mface7

Rank V

Influencer II

2,662
Syracuse, Utah, USA
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Facer
Member #

29083

Hello! My name is Chloe, I’m from the Pacific Northwest (the Seattle area). And I have a 1992 FJ80 Land cruiser! I don’t have much experience over landing yet as I just got my license but have had a passion for cars as long as I could remember. I got my Land cruiser from my parents, who bought it as a snow rig for the winter. Ever since then (about 4 years now) I’ve been learning and building my truck for what I want to do, which is over landing! I’ve got big plans for this beauty, but here’s what I’ve done to her so far! I bought an ARB deluxe bull bar that has a Smittybilt X2O 10k winch and Hella LEDs mounted to it. Ive also got aftermarket tail lights, and a new set of headlights on the way along with a snorkel. Other than that I’ve been fixing all the issues that come with a 30 year old classic. I plan to V8 swap her with my Dad in the near future, along with further outfitting and suspension/brake upgrades too. (And yes, i put the fair lead on in the two pics with the winch on, I surprised my Dad by getting the winch on and didn’t have time to put it on lol)
Welcome to OB!
 

Shahn

Rank VI
Member

Off-Road Ranger I

4,418
Snohomish County, WA, USA
First Name
Shahn
Last Name
Brown
Member #

29302

Ham/GMRS Callsign
GMRS - WRQD549
Hello! My name is Chloe, I’m from the Pacific Northwest (the Seattle area). And I have a 1992 FJ80 Land cruiser! I don’t have much experience over landing yet as I just got my license but have had a passion for cars as long as I could remember. I got my Land cruiser from my parents, who bought it as a snow rig for the winter. Ever since then (about 4 years now) I’ve been learning and building my truck for what I want to do, which is over landing! I’ve got big plans for this beauty, but here’s what I’ve done to her so far! I bought an ARB deluxe bull bar that has a Smittybilt X2O 10k winch and Hella LEDs mounted to it. Ive also got aftermarket tail lights, and a new set of headlights on the way along with a snorkel. Other than that I’ve been fixing all the issues that come with a 30 year old classic. I plan to V8 swap her with my Dad in the near future, along with further outfitting and suspension/brake upgrades too. (And yes, i put the fair lead on in the two pics with the winch on, I surprised my Dad by getting the winch on and didn’t have time to put it on lol)
Greetings Chloe and welcome to Overland Bound! Hello from a fellow PNW'er!
 

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3,477
Weir, TX, USA
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Mike
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Roots
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16968

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Hello! My name is Chloe, I’m from the Pacific Northwest (the Seattle area). And I have a 1992 FJ80 Land cruiser! I don’t have much experience over landing yet as I just got my license but have had a passion for cars as long as I could remember. I got my Land cruiser from my parents, who bought it as a snow rig for the winter. Ever since then (about 4 years now) I’ve been learning and building my truck for what I want to do, which is over landing! I’ve got big plans for this beauty, but here’s what I’ve done to her so far! I bought an ARB deluxe bull bar that has a Smittybilt X2O 10k winch and Hella LEDs mounted to it. Ive also got aftermarket tail lights, and a new set of headlights on the way along with a snorkel. Other than that I’ve been fixing all the issues that come with a 30 year old classic. I plan to V8 swap her with my Dad in the near future, along with further outfitting and suspension/brake upgrades too. (And yes, i put the fair lead on in the two pics with the winch on, I surprised my Dad by getting the winch on and didn’t have time to put it on lol)
Hello Chloe, welcome to the OB family.
 

Mags21

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603
Johnstown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States
First Name
Drew
Last Name
Mangus
Member #

30471

Service Branch
USAF, & USA
Hi all. Names, Mags21. From Western Pa. Impatiently awaiting 2022 4Runner PRO I "ordered" 3 months ago. Coming from a backpacking, hiking, camping background. I'm now retired and focusing on travel. This seems like just the thing for me.
 
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freak4life

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Member

Contributor II

1,300
Cañon City, Colorado, USA
First Name
rich
Last Name
anderssohn
Hey everyone,
I’m Aaron, out of Edmonton, Alberta. I’ve been mountaineering and off-roading for a few years, finally making the transition to Overlanding. Started a couple years ago and really loving it! Started making videos of my journeys and build.

My ride is a 2016 Jeep JKU Sahara. I’ve upgraded to air actuated sway bar, Smittybilt bumpers, roof rack, winch, rugged ridge snorkel, 3”lift, 35” tires. And more. Built my bed and kitchen in the back.
Hello Aaron, welcome to Overland Bound.
 

freak4life

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Contributor II

1,300
Cañon City, Colorado, USA
First Name
rich
Last Name
anderssohn
Hello! My name is Chloe, I’m from the Pacific Northwest (the Seattle area). And I have a 1992 FJ80 Land cruiser! I don’t have much experience over landing yet as I just got my license but have had a passion for cars as long as I could remember. I got my Land cruiser from my parents, who bought it as a snow rig for the winter. Ever since then (about 4 years now) I’ve been learning and building my truck for what I want to do, which is over landing! I’ve got big plans for this beauty, but here’s what I’ve done to her so far! I bought an ARB deluxe bull bar that has a Smittybilt X2O 10k winch and Hella LEDs mounted to it. Ive also got aftermarket tail lights, and a new set of headlights on the way along with a snorkel. Other than that I’ve been fixing all the issues that come with a 30 year old classic. I plan to V8 swap her with my Dad in the near future, along with further outfitting and suspension/brake upgrades too. (And yes, i put the fair lead on in the two pics with the winch on, I surprised my Dad by getting the winch on and didn’t have time to put it on lol)
Hello Chloe, welcome to Overland Bound.
 

Bsteg7

Rank IV
Member

Enthusiast I

1,210
Hughson, CA, USA
First Name
Brad
Last Name
Stegmann
Member #

31965

Bsteg7 here from Northern California. Avid overlander/explorer into abandoned mines, mills, ghost towns and other very cool remote stuff. Third build and current rig is a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Diesel. Looking to explore more remote locations in and around the Mother Lode, DVNP, Mojave, Joshua Tree, Eastern Sierra, Nevada, Arizona.


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freak4life

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Member

Contributor II

1,300
Cañon City, Colorado, USA
First Name
rich
Last Name
anderssohn
Bsteg7 here from Northern California. Avid overlander/explorer into abandoned mines, mills, ghost towns and other very cool remote stuff. Third build and current rig is a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Diesel. Looking to explore more remote locations in and around the Mother Lode, DVNP, Mojave, Joshua Tree, Eastern Sierra, Nevada, Arizona.


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Hello Brad, welcome to Overland Bound.
 

Kent R

Executive Director
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Mod Team
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Member

Pathfinder III

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

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Bsteg7 here from Northern California. Avid overlander/explorer into abandoned mines, mills, ghost towns and other very cool remote stuff. Third build and current rig is a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Diesel. Looking to explore more remote locations in and around the Mother Lode, DVNP, Mojave, Joshua Tree, Eastern Sierra, Nevada, Arizona.


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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 Representative; Bay Area @PapaDave Central Valley (Clovis) @TOMB
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
There is a local meet-up you might be interested in;
Overland Trip Planning
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
 

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
Hi all. Names, Mags21. From Western Pa. Impatiently awaiting 2022 4Runner PRO I "ordered" 3 months ago. Coming from a backpacking, hiking, camping background. I'm now retired and focusing on travel. This seems like just the thing for me.
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 @Wawa Skittletits
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

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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! My name is Chloe, I’m from the Pacific Northwest (the Seattle area). And I have a 1992 FJ80 Land cruiser! I don’t have much experience over landing yet as I just got my license but have had a passion for cars as long as I could remember. I got my Land cruiser from my parents, who bought it as a snow rig for the winter. Ever since then (about 4 years now) I’ve been learning and building my truck for what I want to do, which is over landing! I’ve got big plans for this beauty, but here’s what I’ve done to her so far! I bought an ARB deluxe bull bar that has a Smittybilt X2O 10k winch and Hella LEDs mounted to it. Ive also got aftermarket tail lights, and a new set of headlights on the way along with a snorkel. Other than that I’ve been fixing all the issues that come with a 30 year old classic. I plan to V8 swap her with my Dad in the near future, along with further outfitting and suspension/brake upgrades too. (And yes, i put the fair lead on in the two pics with the winch on, I surprised my Dad by getting the winch on and didn’t have time to put it on lol)
Welcome to Overland Bound Chloe
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
“Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The Regional Director in your area is @M Rose
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
 
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Kent R

Executive Director
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Pathfinder III

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

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Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hey everyone,
I’m Aaron, out of Edmonton, Alberta. I’ve been mountaineering and off-roading for a few years, finally making the transition to Overlanding. Started a couple years ago and really loving it! Started making videos of my journeys and build.

My ride is a 2016 Jeep JKU Sahara. I’ve upgraded to air actuated sway bar, Smittybilt bumpers, roof rack, winch, rugged ridge snorkel, 3”lift, 35” tires. And more. Built my bed and kitchen in the back.
Welcome to Overland Bound Aaron
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.
You can use the member map to find other members and events in your area.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
“Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Regional Director too your area is @Neal A. Tew
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
 
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AKBEAR63

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Enthusiast I

231
Centreville, VA
First Name
Bear
Last Name
Stroud
Holler! Just joining the awesome OL crew. Located in the Northern Virginia area... Rollin' in my 2018 Toyota Tacoma. I'd say I am somewhat of a newbie in the skillset but very advanced in mind :-D
Most if not all of my offroading has been beach access. I am looking to expand into more mountainesque areas to further reach landscape and wildlife photography.
I travel w/ my partner- Kayak... black lab companion
 

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Shahn

Rank VI
Member

Off-Road Ranger I

4,418
Snohomish County, WA, USA
First Name
Shahn
Last Name
Brown
Member #

29302

Ham/GMRS Callsign
GMRS - WRQD549
Hi all. Names, Mags21. From Western Pa. Impatiently awaiting 2022 4Runner PRO I "ordered" 3 months ago. Coming from a backpacking, hiking, camping background. I'm now retired and focusing on travel. This seems like just the thing for me.
Hello Mags21 and welcome to Overland Bound!
 
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Shahn

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Off-Road Ranger I

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Snohomish County, WA, USA
First Name
Shahn
Last Name
Brown
Member #

29302

Ham/GMRS Callsign
GMRS - WRQD549
Bsteg7 here from Northern California. Avid overlander/explorer into abandoned mines, mills, ghost towns and other very cool remote stuff. Third build and current rig is a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Diesel. Looking to explore more remote locations in and around the Mother Lode, DVNP, Mojave, Joshua Tree, Eastern Sierra, Nevada, Arizona.


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Greetings Bsteg7 and welcome to Overland Bound!
 
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Shahn

Rank VI
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Off-Road Ranger I

4,418
Snohomish County, WA, USA
First Name
Shahn
Last Name
Brown
Member #

29302

Ham/GMRS Callsign
GMRS - WRQD549
Holler! Just joining the awesome OL crew. Located in the Northern Virginia area... Rollin' in my 2018 Toyota Tacoma. I'd say I am somewhat of a newbie in the skillset but very advanced in mind :-D
Most if not all of my offroading has been beach access. I am looking to expand into more mountainesque areas to further reach landscape and wildlife photography.
I travel w/ my partner- Kayak... black lab companion
Greetings Bear and Kayak, welcome to Overland Bound!
 
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