Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

[Prerunner1982]

Hello Donald (@Windrunner ), welcome from Oklahoma. You are the 3rd new member from the Houston area this weekend.

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 is the Taco Tuesday meet up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Taco Tuesday Truck Talk and the 2nd Tuesday of the month we have the Galveston County meet up in South Houston (Webster): Galveston County Meat & Greet.
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.

 

[Narbob]

Hello, so happy to have come across this group!
I am just outside the Sacramento Ca area
Bought a 1992 Toyota deluxe cab, looking to outfit it for some adventure.
I don't have much experience and am looking to gain as much knowledge from this group as I can.
I did a little bit of off roading where I came from (Hawaii island), but it's been a while. I love vehicles and gear, I love adventure, camping, and road trips. I look forward to combining it all!

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.

Overland Bound Meetups

Overland Trip Planning

Trip planning and questions.

www.overlandbound.com

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If you have any questions message your Member Representative @Magic Mike or me, your, Regional Director, on the forum at @Narbob

 

[Kent R]

Hello,

I’ve been active in the outdoors for most of my life (I’m 51), mainly riding my bicycle, but also a lot of hiking and camping. I bought my 2019 Jeep Wrangler JLU Rubicon to allow me to escape the city (I live in the Washington, DC metro area) and give me access to more remote locations. For now, I mainly explore the eastern mountains (VA, WV, PA, NY, NC) and the DE/MD/VA Eastern shore. Eventually I want to point my Jeep west and explore the “real” mountains :-).

My Jeep is mechanically stock, but I have added a winch and some interior items to better organize gear.

Welcome to Overland Bound
There is lots of overlanding to be had east of the Mississippi but when you do come West use the regional pages to get information to help plan your trip.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned 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
The closest Member Representative to you is @JRElaxED
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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[Kent R]

Hey, I’m John. Lived in China for the past 20 years. we enjoy hiking, camping, just being in God’s beautiful creation. looking forward to learning about overlanding, and our first trip. Just bought a 06 GX470 will be in upstate SC for the next several months.want to explore that area.

Welcome To Overland Bound John
The GX is a great platform for adventure.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned 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 closest Member Representative to you for local information is @NC-Trooper
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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[Kent R]

View attachment 159447 Central Alabama, USA.
2017 RUBICON in the works.
Novice to overlanding but I've been camping and riding dirt roads all my life. Looking to getting further off the beaten trail and hit some obstacles. Looking forward to meeting more people and plan some extended adventures.

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.
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 closest Member Representative to you for local information is @rrjones2u
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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[Kent R]

Hello, I fairly new to Overlanding, but have been back country hiking and camping for a long time. Decided to give my knees a rest and move into my 2008 Dodge Ram Mega cab. It's much more comfortable when heading out to do landscape photography.

Rig: 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Mega cab 6.7L Cummins
Area: Portland, OR
Experience: off roading - minimal, unless you call driving a Army APC off road ;-). Camping/backpacking - Lots




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Welcome to Overland Bound
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[Kent R]

Michael from Illinois checking in!

Welcome to Overland Bound Michael.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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 closest Member Representative to you for local information is @geekhouse23
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http://www.midwestoverlandfest.com/

 

[Kent R]

Hello from casper wy and I'm driving a stock 2017 toyota tacoma offroad

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.
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
Social Media:
RM FB; Overland Bound - Rocky Mountain
The closest Member Representatives to you are @Montana Carl & @WyOverland
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FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.

 

[Kent R]

Hi! I'm Ron from Delaware, Ohio.
New to overlanding and excited to start adventuring.
My rig is a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk.

Welcome to Overland Bound Ron
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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 closest Member Representatives to you for local information are @Ohio Valley Overland & @MTOutdoorsman
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[Kent R]

Hi, I'm from Houston,Tx. Just purchased a 2020 ORP a few days ago and already started on the mods. I'm totally new to this. Hoping to find some beginner trails near my area.

Welcome to Overland Bound
That's a great overlanding platform, as for trails @Prerunner1982 can help you get in touch with local members.
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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[Kent R]

Location: Portland, OR and Bay Area, CA
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Tacoma Extra Cab TRD
Overlanding Experience: Novice, only a little off roading
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Welcome to Overland Bound

The North West Regional Director is @M Rose and the Bay Area Member Representative is @PapaDave for additional help or information.
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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[Kent R]

Hello All, I'm Gaurav from Evanston IL having recently moved to the area from Austin Texas.

I own a 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road purchased last year that I'm still building to suite my families needs. Have driven to a few trails around New Mexico, California and west Texas in the year or so that I've owned it. Planned to explore the region more thoroughly but work brought me to Chicagoland so hoping to connect with fellow OB members here in the area and beyond to learn and to plan group trips. I really hope to one day be able to do long distance trips in my rig.

I would say my 4x4 experience is moderate (this is my 4th 4x4 vehicle ) with a bit of international experience as well.

Love the knowledge and information that OB provides and really hope to make some great connections here.

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.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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 closest Member Representative to you for local information is @geekhouse23
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http://www.midwestoverlandfest.com/

 

[Kent R]

Hi all,

My name is Aidan,

I am a 23 year old student originally from Durban South Africa and now currently living in Phoenix AZ, I drive a 2008 JK 2door on 37s. My overland build has slowly but surely Improved over the last few years with more to go! I love camping, hiking, photography, fishing and pretty much anything outdoors.

I look forward to meeting some of you guys out on the trail!

Welcome to Overland Bound Aidan.
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Prerunner1982
Your Regional Director is @brien for additional help or information. Brien can also help you find the local Phoenix meet-up.
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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[Kent R]

Hello, so happy to have come across this group!
I am just outside the Sacramento Ca area
Bought a 1992 Toyota deluxe cab, looking to outfit it for some adventure.
I don't have much experience and am looking to gain as much knowledge from this group as I can.
I did a little bit of off roading where I came from (Hawaii island), but it's been a while. I love vehicles and gear, I love adventure, camping, and road trips. I look forward to combining it all!

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 Representatives; Bay Area @PapaDave, Sac/Foothills @Magic Mike, North State @Cottonwoody, Central Valley @TOMB
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
Some local meet-ups you might be interested in;
Sierra Foothills Overlanders, El Dorado County CA
US West - Sierra Foothills Overlanders Monthly OLB meet-up/meeting.
Gold Country Monthly Meet-up. Auburn CA
https://www.overlandbound.com/event/gold-country-monthly-meetup/
Elk Grove, CA
US West - Overland Bound Elk Grove, CA Meetup
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[Kent R]

Hello Everyone,

Here's my intro...

Location: Boulder, CO
Rig: 1994 Land Cruiser 80 Series
Experience: Self taught but becoming more and more advanced as I go. This is my 5th off road rig. Started with a 2001 4runner, then a 1992 Cherokee, 2008 Wrangler, 2012 FJ Cruiser, and now I've got the '94 Cruiser. Still building out the cruiser but she's been pretty capable so far. Here's some pics...
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Thanks guys! Stoked to be here

Welcome to Overland Bound
Great looking 80.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members.
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
Social Media:
Telegram; OLB - Colorado
RM FB; Overland Bound - Rocky Mountain
The closest Member Representative is @
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FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.

 

[trail_runn4r]

Hello Everyone,

Here's my intro...

Location: Boulder, CO
Rig: 1994 Land Cruiser 80 Series
Experience: Self taught but becoming more and more advanced as I go. This is my 5th off road rig. Started with a 2001 4runner, then a 1992 Cherokee, 2008 Wrangler, 2012 FJ Cruiser, and now I've got the '94 Cruiser. Still building out the cruiser but she's been pretty capable so far. Here's some pics...
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Thanks guys! Stoked to be here

Hi and welcome Burt! I'm in Denver, feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Also, we have a few events planned for this summer if you would like to join us, check them here.

 

[Joshua Metcalf]

1) Picture! If you have a rig, we want to see it!

Sorry, not a great or really new picture of the rig, but it's the most convenient one I could find on my phone at the moment!

2) Location (General area is fine)
Malcolm, NE (right outside of Lincoln)

3) Rig (Year, Make, Model, etc.)
2004 Toyota 4Runner Limited (V8 4WD)
I've done a good bit of work to it, I'll probably do a build thread at some time just to have it all consolidated in one place, if for no other reason than for myself to go back and review!

4) Overlanding Experience Background (Novice or Experienced, you're welcome here!)
I really don't have any "Overlanding" experience, but spending extensive time in the elements isn't new to me!

Looking forward to the sharing of knowledge and experience here!

 

[Joel_E]

Hi Everyone,

I'm Joel, and I am in San Diego, CA
I have a 2018 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (KL).
I used to have a 1988 Jeep Cherokee which I bought new and drove for 13 years, exploring and camping all over the western US. I bought the new Trailhawk to be able to get back to doing similar kinds of things.

 

[MUDRECON]

View attachment 159447 Central Alabama, USA.
2017 RUBICON in the works.
Novice to overlanding but I've been camping and riding dirt roads all my life. Looking to getting further off the beaten trail and hit some obstacles. Looking forward to meeting more people and plan some extended adventures.

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.
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 closest Member Representative to you for local information is @rrjones2u
FYI, All Overland Expo shows have been cancelled this year. Due to Covid 19 concerns.
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Thank you for the info, I sure will.

 

[Dbowe]

Hello we are Dana and Cherlon Bowe. We are in Texas in the Fort Worth area. For now. Will be moving to Phoenix AZ soon. We are new to vehicle dependent camping but very enthusiastic about it. We are member number 21949. We have two small dogs that will join us on our adventures. We have a 2009 2500hd silverado crew cab with topper. Lifted on 35”s. A 1999 2500 suburban and a 1993 fzj80 cruiser. All are on 35” tires.