Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

[Gabriel Bozeman]

Hello Overlanders!

I'm moving from tent camping to more adventurous soft roading in my new rig. I'm new to this world and learning as much as I can as fast as I can. I'm looking forward to contributing to the community and I hope to meet some of you on the trails.

Rig in progress: 2019 Honda Passport
Location: Burbank, CA - USA

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Welcome! Let us know how the Passport does!

 

[HappyOurOverlanding]

Hey there and welcome!

I'm new here too, also starting my build from stock.

I've been looking at this front bumper from SSO but haven't decided, but I'll probably go this route:

2014+ 4Runner Slimline Hybrid front bumper – CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN – Southern Style OffRoad

I like it because its not full size, weighs a whole hell of a lot less, but still has winch functionality and some damage resistance. I get the whole point of more heavy-duty front/rear bumpers but man, together those can add upwards of 1000 lbs to an already heavy 4Runner. Sure you can carry more gear but mpg would suffer as well as suspension, etc.

That's just me though!

I recommend getting one...I am bias since I have the slimline up front, the trailgater on the back, and rocksliders on the sides. All from SSO.

 

[LMN]

Howdy from Texas! Excited to meet fellow adventurers. Happy trails!

 

[Roy & Kristin Zirpoli]

Hey everyone! Just joined the community!
I live in Newberg Or.
I have a 06 Dodge Ram 2500 Heavt Duty 4x4, 5.1 L sitting on 35’s.
New to overlanding but not new to driving in the woods, avid hunter and fisherman!
I put a canopy on it and built a bed platform, my next step is building a roof rack for the canopy!

Newberg is right down the road from Salem! Hi neighbor! We have a very active Facebook page that we would love to have you come join! Look us up if interested- Willamette Valley Overland Bound.

 

[mr.eastline]

Hey there everyone, my names Sovan and finally getting on the online forums to find new people to go out with!
i been doing this since i was young, started around 2004 ish with my 2000 crv. Doing fishing/camping trips for weeks at a time or just driving around looking for new places. been doing it since then and still going. never really though this was a thing everyone was into now and meeting up to do trips together and that was what i been wishing for since i was younger. upgraded to a tundra and still rocking it everyday!

Sovan IG: @brownneckz_outdoors
2008 tundra limited
PWN Washington

 

[Magic Mike]

Hello Overlanders!

I'm moving from tent camping to more adventurous soft roading in my new rig. I'm new to this world and learning as much as I can as fast as I can. I'm looking forward to contributing to the community and I hope to meet some of you on the trails.

Rig in progress: 2019 Honda Passport
Location: Burbank, CA - USA

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Welcome to Overland Bound!
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planing page for trips being planed by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
West - Reoccurring - OverlandBound Westside LA Meetup - 03/09/2019
If you have any questions message your Regional Director on the forum at @Narbob

San Fernando Valley
https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/san-fernando-valley-los-angeles-ca-monthly-meet-up-sfv-rigs-and-coffee.19086/

I am one of the U.S. West Member Representatives, if there is anything I can do to help message me at @Magic Mike
If you have any questions message your Regional Director on the forum at @Narbob

 

[Magic Mike]

Location: Huntington Beach, CA
Rig: 2018 Toyota Tundra
Experience: Newbie :)

BTW...Is the store down right now? Tried to sign up for membership and add to cart is not working. Looking forward to adventures!

Welcome to Overland Bound!
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planing page for trips being planed by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
West - Reoccurring - OverlandBound Westside LA Meetup - 03/09/2019
If you have any questions message your Regional Director on the forum at @Narbob

San Fernando Valley
https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/san-fernando-valley-los-angeles-ca-monthly-meet-up-sfv-rigs-and-coffee.19086/

I am one of the U.S. West Member Representatives, if there is anything I can do to help message me at @Magic Mike
If you have any questions message your Regional Director on the forum at @Narbob

 

[Magic Mike]

Hello everyone,

My name is Zach
I have a 2012 tundra double cab 4x4
I’m new to overlanding but I I drive off-road (fire roads and loose dirt) for my work and I watch a bit of YouTube and I live in Lodi/Sacramento Ca so Central Valley! If anyone has any advice or knowledge of trails please message me

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planing page for trips being planed by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning

I am your U.S. West Member Representative, if there is anything I can do to help message me at @Magic Mike
If you have any questions message your Regional Director on the forum T @Narbob


There is meet-up in the Ripon/Modesto area;
Central California Monthly Meet Up

 

[Jedi]

Hey there everyone, my names Sovan and finally getting on the online forums to find new people to go out with!
i been doing this since i was young, started around 2004 ish with my 2000 crv. Doing fishing/camping trips for weeks at a time or just driving around looking for new places. been doing it since then and still going. never really though this was a thing everyone was into now and meeting up to do trips together and that was what i been wishing for since i was younger. upgraded to a tundra and still rocking it everyday!

Sovan IG: @brownneckz_outdoors
2008 tundra limited
PWN Washington
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Welcome to Overland Bound, @mr.eastline. Where in Washington are you located? We have members in just about every nook and cranny of the state, so it shouldn't be too hard to find like-minded overlanders near you. To top it off, there are a number of great overlanding events occurring throughout the PNW, so I recommend checking out the Overland Bound NorthWest Region forum [link] for meetups and to get to know your neighbors. Events are also posted on the Rally Point system [link], so you might want to check that out as well. A large number of the NorthWest Region members are planning to be at the NW Overland Rally [link] and there will even be a camping section set aside for Overland Bound members, so that may be a great time to get to know each other.

I look forward to seeing you out there! If you need anything, feel free to hit me up on the forums: @Jedi.

 

[Brick Sprickly]

Cool! There are quite a few OB members down there. I'm up north by 2 hours!

Oh yeah I'm definitely planning on linking up when people when I get settled in there. Might even look for a house in the area if we can find one reasonable priced. I've lived all over the US but have always preferred the west coast and PNW.

 

[Brick Sprickly]

I recommend getting one...I am bias since I have the slimline up front, the trailgater on the back, and rocksliders on the sides. All from SSO.

How's the weight on that trailgater? Also, does it interfere with the undercarriage spare location? Dunno yet if I want to hand a full size on the back.

Love that fold down section!

 

[Cendee]

Hello Overlanders!

I'm moving from tent camping to more adventurous soft roading in my new rig. I'm new to this world and learning as much as I can as fast as I can. I'm looking forward to contributing to the community and I hope to meet some of you on the trails.

Rig in progress: 2019 Honda Passport
Location: Burbank, CA - USA

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Welcome from Utah!

 

[Cendee]

Hey there everyone, my names Sovan and finally getting on the online forums to find new people to go out with!
i been doing this since i was young, started around 2004 ish with my 2000 crv. Doing fishing/camping trips for weeks at a time or just driving around looking for new places. been doing it since then and still going. never really though this was a thing everyone was into now and meeting up to do trips together and that was what i been wishing for since i was younger. upgraded to a tundra and still rocking it everyday!

Sovan IG: @brownneckz_outdoors
2008 tundra limited
PWN Washington
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Nice set up. Welcome from Utah

 

[onepremiere]

Hi, Jeff here. Just joined, really impressed with the OB Community! I have a long history when it comes to modifying vehicles (specifically Toyota's) to go Off-Road. Currently I have 2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD-Off-Road that continues to chew up my back account! I have serve OCD and continue to refine/change to improve different aspects of my rig. I love driving and seeking new back roads and trails, particularly the "roads-less-traveled". Currently working on a trip to the Arctic Ocean September this year. The photos are from a shake down run of the dual spare set-up, results: success.

 

[Gabriel Bozeman]

Oh yeah I'm definitely planning on linking up when people when I get settled in there. Might even look for a house in the area if we can find one reasonable priced. I've lived all over the US but have always preferred the west coast and PNW.

Well, know know that they say! 'West Coast is the Best Coast'!

 

[Gabriel Bozeman]

Hi, Jeff here. Just joined, really impressed with the OB Community! I have a long history when it comes to modifying vehicles (specifically Toyota's) to go Off-Road. Currently I have 2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD-Off-Road that continues to chew up my back account! I have serve OCD and continue to refine/change to improve different aspects of my rig. I love driving and seeking new back roads and trails, particularly the "roads-less-traveled". Currently working on a trip to the Arctic Ocean September this year. The photos are from a shake down run of the dual spare set-up, results: success.

Very nice 4Runner! Love the dual tires on the back!

 

[chmckeeusaf01]

Hello Everyone,

2) Currently stationed in Al Udeid, Qatar but will be PCSing to Keesler AFB, MS next year
3) 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 4X4
4) A few trips up in New Mexico and Colorado when I was stationed in New Mexico but that's about it!

 

[HappyOurOverlanding]

How's the weight on that trailgater? Also, does it interfere with the undercarriage spare location? Dunno yet if I want to hand a full size on the back.

Love that fold down section!

It seems to work fine. Ran it on a rocky trail with some mud dipping and water crossings and it performed great. No issues with keeping the spare tire underneath. As for the overall weight with both bumpers and sliders, I estimated I lost 50 miles per tank of gas. The icon II shocks and springs are performing fine with the added weight also.

 

[HappyOurOverlanding]

Hi, Jeff here. Just joined, really impressed with the OB Community! I have a long history when it comes to modifying vehicles (specifically Toyota's) to go Off-Road. Currently I have 2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD-Off-Road that continues to chew up my back account! I have serve OCD and continue to refine/change to improve different aspects of my rig. I love driving and seeking new back roads and trails, particularly the "roads-less-traveled". Currently working on a trip to the Arctic Ocean September this year. The photos are from a shake down run of the dual spare set-up, results: success.

Welcome. Great dual spare wheels set up. Check out the 4Runner's registry thread 4Runner Owners Registry

 

[Brick Sprickly]

It seems to work fine. Ran it on a rocky trail with some mud dipping and water crossings and it performed great. No issues with keeping the spare tire underneath. As for the overall weight with both bumpers and sliders, I estimated I lost 50 miles per tank of gas. The icon II shocks and springs are performing fine with the added weight also.

Ah thanks for the info. I think I'll stick with the SSO front for now, maybe down the line I'll get the rear done. No need for sliders just yet as I have nerf bars hah. Maybe, one day!