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SavageJak

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60
Connecticut
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Jason
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Bradshaw
Hi all, excited to be a part of this group. Fairly new to the world of overlanding but have been building up my dream rig for the past two years. Moved to the Seattle, WA area a little over a year ago from Austin, TX and am really enjoying getting used to the new terrain out here on the PNW. I would love to learn more about overlanding safety, recovery, and driving best practices. I mostly travel alone, so I'm a little more timid than I would like to be but have still managed to put about 5k off road miles on my truck in the rear I've been out here.

Member #20169

2017 Toyota Tundra Limited 4x4 Off Road package
Icon Stage 4 Suspension
Expedition One rear bumper
Fab Fours front bumper (no winch - actively looking for a new winch ready bumper that I like)
ARE Camper Shell (i made a mistake by not getting the HD version so It can't bare a lot of weight and I don't have the swing open side windows)
2x Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform room racks
Foxwing awning
Decked bed drawers
Ultimate Rod Case fly rod holder and Rhino Rack 4 rod fishing rod holder


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Dig that setup. I like the hammock too. Is that a Trasharoo bag I spot on the spare?
 
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Ghost

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Pathfinder I

2,484
North Bonneville, WA, USA
First Name
Trever
Last Name
M
Member #

17548

Hi All,
I live in southern New Hampshire and just traded in my 07 Tundra for a shiny new 19 Tacoma OR—in quicksand. Some people love it. Some people hate it. I love it. So much so that I can’t bring myself to take it out and pinstripe it just yet. I will post a picture later, but wanted to get my first post completed. Don’t know much about overlanding, but I think I would like it. I went “off roading” a few times in the last few years. Let’s see, I went squirrel hunting once on a logging road with my 07 Elantra, I went deer hunting with my 11 Ford Escape in some secluded backroads in Weare, and I crawled on about 5 cubic yards of New Hampshire river rock that was delivered to my driveway for a landscaping project. So, in other words, I’ve got almost no experience with any of this stuff. That said, I like to camp, hunt and have always wanted to do some cross country unpaved driving, but not necessarily serious rock crawling. So there’s my book and my first post. If you’re in New Hampshire, reach out and let’s see what this overlanding is all about. Thanks!
Welcome from WA, I happen to be one that likes the sand taco but went with the cement in the same model as you. I’m also pretty new to the group so take what I say with a grain of salt. Everyone will have a different opinion on what overlanding is and isn’t. What you drive doesn’t matter as much as getting out and using it. Don’t go buy things you don’t need, but instead get out and find out what you need, based on what you do or couldn’t do. On the forum use the search feature but don’t be afraid to ask questions. Remember at one point everyone here started knowing nothing about driving let alone ““overlanding” . So no matter how amazing the builds are or adventures look they all started with someone just wanting to drive somewhere cool. That said there are a lot of experienced members here that are willing to help. Just my random two cents, and again welcome to OB.
 

Kent R

OB Executive Director
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Mod Team
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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 everyone! My name is Ryan. New member here from San Jose, CA.

In the process of building my 97 ZJ into an overlander. Still got lots to learn about overlanding in general and looking forward to getting out there and exploring.

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Narbob for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you is @Magic Mike

Our upcoming Rally Sierras:
Overland Bound Rally Sierras 2019 + New 2-Day Off-Road//Overland Training Event
 

Kent R

OB 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
I am a retired 71 yr old grandmother living in San Jose, CA
who loves being in nature, camping and hiking. I am uncomfortable solo camping on ground with human and animals roaming so just got a Tepui Ayer on my 2006 Honda CRV. I borrowed a RTT from a friend of my son's and went on a solo trip close to home prior to purchase of my Tepui. Taking off next week for first solo in Ayer. I have a strudy 3 step folding step stool to assist with set up and take down.
Welcome to Overland Bound!

Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Narbob for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you is @Magic Mike
 

Kent R

OB Executive Director
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Moderator
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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
New guy here, currently in TX moved from WA. Been off-roading in my jeep for a bit now. Looking forward to learning from you guys. I have zero overlanding experience but eager to get into it. Planning on building up my ‘12 Jeep Wrangler.
Welcome to Overland Bound!

Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @brien for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you is @Prerunner1982 & @Iwata77
 
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
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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
Hi everyone ( Hafa Adai and Aloha)
No rig here yet, I do have a Kia Sorento that we use for simple local camping, lakes parks, etc. My wife and I are Overlander wanna be's. I grew up in the islands - Guam, Hawaii now live in the biggest island - Texas. Hoping to buy a jeep here really soon. As far as experience I am definitely a novice, hoping to do research here and ask questions from all of you pros. Thanks for the add to the group!
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

The DFW area is just getting going again with a meet-up, if your interested check out this Rally Point for details.
https://www.overlandbound.com/event/dfw-monthly-recurring-overland-bound-meet/

If you have any questions your Regional Director is @brien and the closest Member Representatives are @Prerunner1982 & @Iwata77
 
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Kent R

OB 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 everyone,

My name is Andrew
My rig is a 2000 silverado 1500 z71
I'm from Cottage Grove, MN USA
I'm brand new to over landing, I have camped out in my trucks before but never in an over landing kind of way. I'm currently in the process of building my rig for such trips and 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

You are in the Midwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

Your Regional Director is @Mike W . The Regional Director will be able to get you in touch with a local Member Representative.
 

Kent R

OB 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
Hi All,
I live in southern New Hampshire and just traded in my 07 Tundra for a shiny new 19 Tacoma OR—in quicksand. Some people love it. Some people hate it. I love it. So much so that I can’t bring myself to take it out and pinstripe it just yet. I will post a picture later, but wanted to get my first post completed. Don’t know much about overlanding, but I think I would like it. I went “off roading” a few times in the last few years. Let’s see, I went squirrel hunting once on a logging road with my 07 Elantra, I went deer hunting with my 11 Ford Escape in some secluded backroads in Weare, and I crawled on about 5 cubic yards of New Hampshire river rock that was delivered to my driveway for a landscaping project. So, in other words, I’ve got almost no experience with any of this stuff. That said, I like to camp, hunt and have always wanted to do some cross country unpaved driving, but not necessarily serious rock crawling. So there’s my book and my first post. If you’re in New Hampshire, reach out and let’s see what this overlanding is all about. Thanks!
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

You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

Your Interim Regional Director is @Kent R.
Your Member Representatives are;
@Team Harrington - Vermont, Main, New Hampshire
@EscoTerrestrial - New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut
@Wawa Skittletits - Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia
@NovaBound - Virginia, Maryland, Delaware
 

Kent R

OB Executive Director
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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, my name is Terry. ( woodsy_84t) . I live in Petawawa Ontario Canada, but originally from Newfoundland. I drive a 2018 Tacoma OR. Basic upgrades including sliders, ditch lights, tires, and a softopper. I have been overlanding and trail riding for two years.
Welcome to Overland Bound
 
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Kent R

OB Executive Director
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Moderator
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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, new member here

My name is Joey, I am married and have 2 kids, both boys, 11 and 5. I am an ER RN and a Trauma RN in the CA Army National Guard. I drive a 2018 Toyota Tacoma OR 4x4. Looking to meet some more people to go ride some trails with.
Welcome to Overland Bound!

Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Narbob for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you is @Barclay

Our upcoming Rally Sierras:
Overland Bound Rally Sierras 2019 + New 2-Day Off-Road//Overland Training Event
 

Kent R

OB 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
Hi all, excited to be a part of this group. Fairly new to the world of overlanding but have been building up my dream rig for the past two years. Moved to the Seattle, WA area a little over a year ago from Austin, TX and am really enjoying getting used to the new terrain out here on the PNW. I would love to learn more about overlanding safety, recovery, and driving best practices. I mostly travel alone, so I'm a little more timid than I would like to be but have still managed to put about 5k off road miles on my truck in the rear I've been out here.

Member #20169

2017 Toyota Tundra Limited 4x4 Off Road package
Icon Stage 4 Suspension
Expedition One rear bumper
Fab Fours front bumper (no winch - actively looking for a new winch ready bumper that I like)
ARE Camper Shell (i made a mistake by not getting the HD version so It can't bare a lot of weight and I don't have the swing open side windows)
2x Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform room racks
Foxwing awning
Decked bed drawers
Ultimate Rod Case fly rod holder and Rhino Rack 4 rod fishing rod holder


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Welcome to Overland Bound!

Don't hesitate to contact your Regional Director @Jedi for help or information. The closest Member Representative to you is @Gabriel Bozeman
 

Kent R

OB 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
Finally pulled the trigger.... Looking forward to getting out there. 2002 WJ (work in progress), Hoping to have set up soon for vehicle based camping, weekend trips around PA to hone skills and figure out what works and what doesn't. I will have plenty of questions, Thank you!!
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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

You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

Your Interim Regional Director is @Kent R.
Your Member Representatives are;
@Team Harrington - Vermont, Main, New Hampshire
@EscoTerrestrial - New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut
@Wawa Skittletits - Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia
@NovaBound - Virginia, Maryland, Delaware
 

Kent R

OB 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
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Lawrenceville, Ga
2x Rigs
99 F-350 Superduty
19 JL Unlimited
Overlanding Experience Is mediocre.
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

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 . The Regional Director will be able to get you in touch with a local Member Representative.
 

Kent R

OB 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
New guy here:
Todd Browning
Location: Cartersville, Ga.
Vehicle : 2015 Silverado 1500 Z71
Experience: Been stuck a few times... Backpacked/camped for years but excited to get into Vehicle supported!
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

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 . The Regional Director will be able to get you in touch with a local Member Representative.
 

Kent R

OB 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!

Location: Southern CT for now...probably moving to NH by spring 2020. Fingers crossed.
Rig: 2015 Dodge Ram
Alternate: 2008 Rav4
Trailer Build in-process
Experience: Beginner/Intermediate. I've driven everything with wheels or treads through all kinds of terrain. And I have backpacked and camped a ton. Just putting the two together for the first time.

Looking forward to learning and getting to know the community!
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

You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

Your Interim Regional Director is @Kent R.
Your Member Representatives are;
@Team Harrington - Vermont, Main, New Hampshire
@EscoTerrestrial - New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut
@Wawa Skittletits - Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia
@NovaBound - Virginia, Maryland, Delaware
 
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RubiJames

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Off-Road Ranger I

90
Gun Barrel City, TX
First Name
James
Last Name
Tyler
Ham/GMRS Callsign
AG5VN
Good morning. My name is James and I'm very excited to sign up here. I am new to overlanding for the most part. I've run the K Trail in Oklahoma before it was closed. At least I think it was before it was closed! I generally take off weekends and run forest roads in the Ouachita national forest. I have a 09 Jeep Wrangler I use for my trips. I live in Gun Barrel City Texas.jeep.jpg
 

Prerunner1982

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3,372
Navina, Oklahoma
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Jon
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B
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16274

Hello Fred (@islanderFJ ) , welcome from 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. You just missed the meet up for the DFW area but keep an eye out for another later this month.
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
 
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Prerunner1982

Local Expert, Oklahoma USA
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Navina, Oklahoma
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Jon
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B
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16274

Hello Andres (@AWOLJK ), welcome from 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. I believe the closest meet up to you would be Round Rock, not real close I know but there are other members in your area to connect with.
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
If you are on Facebook feel free to join us there as well, Overland Bound – Southwest.
 
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Prerunner1982

Local Expert, Oklahoma USA
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Navina, Oklahoma
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Jon
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Hello James (@RubiJames ) , welcome from Oklahoma. I may live in Oklahoma now but I am originally from Texas and I had to look up the town you live in. I had never heard of it, cool town name and right near the water.
I also see that you are a ham, feel free to join in on our Friday evening Echolink net. If you don't have an Echolink/DMR/Allstar enabled repeater close by don't worry there is an app as well and to be honest many of us use it. If you are an Android user and need assistance with the Echolink app hopefully this will help. Echolink App (Android)

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. You also just missed the meet up for the DFW area so keep an eye out for another later this month.
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
 

Taco

Rank I

Contributor III

154
Lebanon, OH, USA
First Name
Trevor
Last Name
Cassell
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Location: Cincinnati Ohio
Rig: 2003 Toyota Tacoma TRD
Experience: Really don't know how to put this since I don't really enjoy off roaders who brag about how good they are. I've done a decent amount of overlanding in Kentucky on the DBBB and the KAT and have done a little bit here in Ohio especially in the Hocking Hills area. Overlanding on the DBBB is what brought me here trying to figure out where certain trails were and seeing some of the members YouTube videos for the area.
 
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