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Ncat

Rank V
Launch Member

Pathfinder I

1,798
Corona, CA, USA
First Name
N
Last Name
Cat
Member #

13137

Glad to be here!
I'm located in San Marcos, CA. ( North county San Diego )
My rig is a 2005 F150,. Her name is "Super Ruby". I'm running King Suspension with 315/70/17 KO2's. She's also equipped with air bags and Detroit Trutrac in the rear. I built a custom drawer system for the bed, which has 2 drawers for tools and gear and also includes 25 gallon fresh water tank with Shurflo pump, Viair onboard air system, auxillary deep cycle battery and Snomaster CL56 fridge/freezer housed under a Snug Top shell. On top sits our Roam Vagabond RTT and Overland Pros 270 awning.
I've been offroading for many years, mostly weekend trips to Ocotillo Wells, Anza Borrego, Glamis, and Big Bear mountain area. I'm kinda new to overlanding, having recently done the Old Mojave road and a trip to Death Valley. I'm looking forward to new adventures.
See you on the trail!
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Nice rig! Love to see more Ford guys :)
 

Monkey Brains

Rank I
Launch Member

Traveler I

IMG_0546.jpg Name: Michael
Location: North Texas (DFW area)
Rig: 2012 LR4

Hi All,

I've been traveling the world for over 20 years as a soundman for projects ranging from rock concerts to documentary film making. These days I spend most of my time indoors doing corporate gigs and I'm really missing being on the road. Since my job doesn't take me there, I've decided to kit my own rig for adventure travel. My son is getting old enough to enjoy some cross-country camping trips, so he can experience this country. (He lives in France with his mother)

My build is taking a bit longer than I wanted because, life gets in the way sometimes. (i.e. work schedule)

So far,

ARB bar w/6k winch

PR 2 1/2" lift

Compomotive 18"

BFG KO2 33"

GAP IIDT


On the way or in the works,

PR sliders

TR rear with tire swing

Voyager low profile rack

custom build drawer system

on board water system in place of factory spare

dual battery system

Looking forward to joining up with other members from time to time whenever my schedule allows.
 

mikethenomad

Rank I
Launch Member

Traveler I

233
Pennsylvania
Member #

14504

Hello from Harrisburg Pennsylvania! i drive a 2011 toyota FJ cruiser. i am currently running on all stock, but after my rausch creek offroad experience! i decided to start doing minor upgrades to my fj. i am a traveller in the healthcare industry and i have move all over florida from the keys to pensacola! and now i am in Harrisburg to explore the north east! you know whats next... west coast!

I have zero overlanding experience, but i am a modern nomad as i have no permanent address! wherever the job takes me and wherever i end up wanting to.. thats my address!
 

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Magic Mike

US Full-time/Long Term Travel Ambassador
Launch Member
Member

Expedition Master I

11,455
Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Lee
Member #

13728

Ham/GMRS Callsign
KM6YKV
Service Branch
Army & Marine Corps
View attachment 75683 Name: Michael
Location: North Texas (DFW area)
Rig: 2012 LR4

Hi All,

I've been traveling the world for over 20 years as a soundman for projects ranging from rock concerts to documentary film making. These days I spend most of my time indoors doing corporate gigs and I'm really missing being on the road. Since my job doesn't take me there, I've decided to kit my own rig for adventure travel. My son is getting old enough to enjoy some cross-country camping trips, so he can experience this country. (He lives in France with his mother)

My build is taking a bit longer than I wanted because, life gets in the way sometimes. (i.e. work schedule)

So far,

ARB bar w/6k winch

PR 2 1/2" lift

Compomotive 18"

BFG KO2 33"

GAP IIDT


On the way or in the works,

PR sliders

TR rear with tire swing

Voyager low profile rack

custom build drawer system

on board water system in place of factory spare

dual battery system

Looking forward to joining up with other members from time to time whenever my schedule allows.
Welcome
 

Magic Mike

US Full-time/Long Term Travel Ambassador
Launch Member
Member

Expedition Master I

11,455
Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Lee
Member #

13728

Ham/GMRS Callsign
KM6YKV
Service Branch
Army & Marine Corps
Hello from Harrisburg Pennsylvania! i drive a 2011 toyota FJ cruiser. i am currently running on all stock, but after my rausch creek offroad experience! i decided to start doing minor upgrades to my fj. i am a traveller in the healthcare industry and i have move all over florida from the keys to pensacola! and now i am in Harrisburg to explore the north east! you know whats next... west coast!

I have zero overlanding experience, but i am a modern nomad as i have no permanent address! wherever the job takes me and wherever i end up wanting to.. thats my address!
Welcome to OB, great place to meet new people and learn a lot.
 
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JohnnyDoka

Rank 0
Launch Member

Traveler I

60
SF Bay Area, California
Member #

19966

Greetings Overlanders!

I live in Orinda, CA (San Francisco Bay Area)

My rig is an ‘87 VW Vanagon Syncro, 1.8T
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My overlanding experience is limited to lots of road tripping with light to medium off road 4WD use mainly for access to fishing and camping locations. I’ve always wanted to spend longer in those special locations but haven’t really had the time or the rig or the know how when it comes to true vehicle dependent preparation.

I was lucky to roll up next to one of your members yesterday and talked rigs for a half hour up in Mendocino yesterday and he encouraged me to check out your community here. So thanks friend! I’m sorry I don’t remember his name but what a nice man - a Baja regular apparently and a great rig. He was out using it to go diving and that’s what counts to me - just being out there.

Congratulations on building a special group.

Cheers everyone -

Johnny
 

Kent R

Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

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

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
View attachment 75683 Name: Michael
Location: North Texas (DFW area)
Rig: 2012 LR4

Hi All,

I've been traveling the world for over 20 years as a soundman for projects ranging from rock concerts to documentary film making. These days I spend most of my time indoors doing corporate gigs and I'm really missing being on the road. Since my job doesn't take me there, I've decided to kit my own rig for adventure travel. My son is getting old enough to enjoy some cross-country camping trips, so he can experience this country. (He lives in France with his mother)

My build is taking a bit longer than I wanted because, life gets in the way sometimes. (i.e. work schedule)

So far,

ARB bar w/6k winch

PR 2 1/2" lift

Compomotive 18"

BFG KO2 33"

GAP IIDT


On the way or in the works,

PR sliders

TR rear with tire swing

Voyager low profile rack

custom build drawer system

on board water system in place of factory spare

dual battery system

Looking forward to joining up with other members from time to time whenever my schedule allows.
Welcome to Overland Bound!

The DFW area has a Meet-Up that meets monthly, if your interested check out the meet-up page on the forum for details. https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/reoccurring-dallas-fort-worth-dfw-meet-up.18113/page-5#post-265965

If you have any questions message me on the forum @Kent R
 
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Kent R

Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

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

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello from Bay Area CA

Just recommended to the forum, from a fellow member, due to the wonderful community and information. Our family currently has a Jeep Sahara and a Ford F-150.
Welcome to Overland Bound!

Check the forum calendar and meet-up page for events and trips that might be happening close to you.

If you have any questions message me on the forum @Kent R
 
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Kent R

Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

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

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Greetings Overlanders!

I live in Orinda, CA (San Francisco Bay Area)

My rig is an ‘87 VW Vanagon Syncro, 1.8T
View attachment 75777
My overlanding experience is limited to lots of road tripping with light to medium off road 4WD use mainly for access to fishing and camping locations. I’ve always wanted to spend longer in those special locations but haven’t really had the time or the rig or the know how when it comes to true vehicle dependent preparation.

I was lucky to roll up next to one of your members yesterday and talked rigs for a half hour up in Mendocino yesterday and he encouraged me to check out your community here. So thanks friend! I’m sorry I don’t remember his name but what a nice man - a Baja regular apparently and a great rig. He was out using it to go diving and that’s what counts to me - just being out there.

Congratulations on building a special group.

Cheers everyone -

Johnny
Welcome to Overland Bound!

Check the forum calendar and meet-up page for events and trips that might be happening close to you.

If you have any questions message me on the forum @Kent R
 

Kent R

Executive Director
Staff member
Mod Team
Moderator
Member

Pathfinder III

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

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello from Harrisburg Pennsylvania! i drive a 2011 toyota FJ cruiser. i am currently running on all stock, but after my rausch creek offroad experience! i decided to start doing minor upgrades to my fj. i am a traveller in the healthcare industry and i have move all over florida from the keys to pensacola! and now i am in Harrisburg to explore the north east! you know whats next... west coast!

I have zero overlanding experience, but i am a modern nomad as i have no permanent address! wherever the job takes me and wherever i end up wanting to.. thats my address!
Welcome to Overland Bound!

Check the forum calendar and meet-up page for events and trips that might be happening close to you.

If you have any questions message your regional ambassador or you can contact me on the forum

@Kent R
 
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KDC

Rank V
Launch Member

Influencer II

2,373
Lawton, OK
Member #

14267

Greetings Overlanders!

I live in Orinda, CA (San Francisco Bay Area)

My rig is an ‘87 VW Vanagon Syncro, 1.8T
View attachment 75777
My overlanding experience is limited to lots of road tripping with light to medium off road 4WD use mainly for access to fishing and camping locations. I’ve always wanted to spend longer in those special locations but haven’t really had the time or the rig or the know how when it comes to true vehicle dependent preparation.

I was lucky to roll up next to one of your members yesterday and talked rigs for a half hour up in Mendocino yesterday and he encouraged me to check out your community here. So thanks friend! I’m sorry I don’t remember his name but what a nice man - a Baja regular apparently and a great rig. He was out using it to go diving and that’s what counts to me - just being out there.

Congratulations on building a special group.

Cheers everyone -

Johnny
Welcome and awesome ride.
 

jasgwoods

Rank IV
Launch Member

Advocate II

1,018
Rocky Top, TN
First Name
Jason
Last Name
Woods
Member #

15007

View attachment 75683 Name: Michael
Location: North Texas (DFW area)
Rig: 2012 LR4

Hi All,

I've been traveling the world for over 20 years as a soundman for projects ranging from rock concerts to documentary film making. These days I spend most of my time indoors doing corporate gigs and I'm really missing being on the road. Since my job doesn't take me there, I've decided to kit my own rig for adventure travel. My son is getting old enough to enjoy some cross-country camping trips, so he can experience this country. (He lives in France with his mother)

My build is taking a bit longer than I wanted because, life gets in the way sometimes. (i.e. work schedule)

So far,

ARB bar w/6k winch

PR 2 1/2" lift

Compomotive 18"

BFG KO2 33"

GAP IIDT


On the way or in the works,

PR sliders

TR rear with tire swing

Voyager low profile rack

custom build drawer system

on board water system in place of factory spare

dual battery system

Looking forward to joining up with other members from time to time whenever my schedule allows.
Awesome rig!
 

Brittain Groesbeck

Rank I
Launch Member

Traveler I

233
Boise Idaho
First Name
Brittain
Last Name
Groesbeck
Member #

15170

Hello from Boise Idaho. Always loved the outdoors and traveling. Overland seems to be right up my alley. I'm in the process of fixing up a 1989 isuzu trooper and will start a build thread for those that are interested. Here is a pic of it before teardown.
 

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Magic Mike

US Full-time/Long Term Travel Ambassador
Launch Member
Member

Expedition Master I

11,455
Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Lee
Member #

13728

Ham/GMRS Callsign
KM6YKV
Service Branch
Army & Marine Corps
Hello from Boise Idaho. Always loved the outdoors and traveling. Overland seems to be right up my alley. I'm in the process of fixing up a 1989 isuzu trooper and will start a build thread for those that are interested. Here is a pic of it before teardown.
Welcome to Overland Bound, a place where you can meet great people, travel to vey cool places and learn a lot about yourself and your rig....