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Hello Overlander's
Name here is Brian, from Dallas, TX, born and raised. College educated and a Navy Veteran. My first off-road vehicle was an 89' Chevy Suburban that was handed down to me at the age of 16 and I worked on it every day, teaching myself by mistakes making mods and having a bad ass truck for a teenager. Moved onto Land Rovers b4 graduation and stuck with them until parents stoped helping out with monies here and there, so I moved on to Jeeps. They are hard to beat, but and will carry you down the road, but I found my passion when I glazed upon the Lexus GX470. The ultimate off-road vehicle that offers so much agile off-road capabilities as well as luxury to boot. Wouldn't call myself a novice at all, but my dad and I use to make frequent trips to Santa Fe with our Rovers and to this day if I see an open trail, I tell myself "why the hell not, lets see where it leads."
 

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Dougie87

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Welll, Hello all. I go by Dougie, Active Duty USAF Firefighter currently overseas in Japan. Getting orders back to the USA, and have always been interested in the Overland camping style. I grew up camping but as the folks got older it turned more into "glamping." The wife and kids are huge into the outdoors, as am I, and we are excited to step into the hobby deeper when we return to the states. Looking initially to step in with a strict budget to see how we really like it. As time goes I am sure more and more funds will be put into the hobby. Looking forward to learning more about both the hobby as well as places to adventure all over the USA.
 
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Art A said:
Are there 'meet ups' or other gatherings of Overland Bound members in the Denver area, even in a COVID environment? How does one get started with others who share this interest these days?
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Yes, you can find the next scheduled meetups/rides in the Rally Point section of the websites, under the Rocky Mountain region.
 
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Mr.RoadWarrior

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Hey everyone,

Just wanted to say hello. I'm glad to have finally joined up after stealing all your ideas from YouTube.

I live in Houston, but originally from Pittsburgh.

I found out about OB when Michael (whom I didn't know) came in to the place I was eating breakfast and yelled "Hey, who's got the Hummer?"... it was a brief encounter, but it got me to the site and I've been a fan ever since.

Now I am proud member 24854, just joined today (yes, Michael, I bought the emblems).

Wheeling down here is not like other places...flat, lots of sand. I do most of my off-road travels on the beach at Padre Island National Seashore or Big Bend National/State Parks.

Sadly, the Hummer is gone, and I'm a full-sized truck guy now. Don't do a lot of crazy stuff like some of you. A lot of road-tripping (up to TN, KT, LA, GA, FL), several trips out to CA and back. Most off road is not rock-crawling in my hog....here's why:

My rig is as follows:

2018 Silverado 1500 LTZ 4WD Shortbed (with coilovers and the Eaton Lockers)
Viair onboard air (455C)
Rigids on pods up front
SR low pro's for rear/scene
DECKED drawer system
ARE cap w/ custom mattress, LED lighting and 12v power
Add-a-leaf for upgrade to HD rear suspension
Onboard safe
Extra battery

Current projects underway:
-black bear performance chip (in data collection phase)
-battery isolator kit (second battery is installed, wiring this week!)
-I'm working on a DIY spare tire carrier - in the grind/weld phase right now

Future projects:
-light bar up front
-rack for the cap

Pics to come soon.

I'm hoping to get from these forms:
- how to's, tips and idea
- understand where some good routes are (I'm thinking Ozarks or a long Colorado trip soon)
- attend some meetups, gain some skills

Glad to meet y'all!
 
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Get Out GO

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Thanks :blush: It seems like Botswana will only open their borders early 2021 unfortunately, so yes, prudent to postpone. DWNP / Bigfoot aren't taking any bookings for 2021 yet either, only changed 2020 bookings.

Let's hope we can get out there sooner!

Dwayne P said:
Thanks Christoff, BTW I enjoy your YT channel with Edwin and 4x4Venture's Botswana trip. We were planning a trip for this year, but would rather leave it for next.
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Freshdude said:
Hey All
My name is Glenn, and live in Franklin, TN
My rig is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser 40th!
Slowly getting it ready: just added the CRB front bumper, Dobsons shocks/ coils, Dobsons interior drawers, I have a Freespirit 55 tent. 35 tires
Last year I completed a 3,000 mile trek from Tennessee to Maine following AT. Now in a 6,000 mile journey across US
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Welcome from Kingston Springs! If you need anything or have any questions, feel free to message me.
 
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Kent R

Kent R

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Mr.RoadWarrior said:
Hey everyone,

Just wanted to say hello. I'm glad to have finally joined up after stealing all your ideas from YouTube.

I live in Houston, but originally from Pittsburgh.

I found out about OB when Michael (whom I didn't know) came in to the place I was eating breakfast and yelled "Hey, who's got the Hummer?"... it was a brief encounter, but it got me to the site and I've been a fan ever since.

Now I am proud member 24854, just joined today (yes, Michael, I bought the emblems).

Wheeling down here is not like other places...flat, lots of sand. I do most of my off-road travels on the beach at Padre Island National Seashore or Big Bend National/State Parks.

Sadly, the Hummer is gone, and I'm a full-sized truck guy now. Don't do a lot of crazy stuff like some of you. A lot of road-tripping (up to TN, KT, LA, GA, FL), several trips out to CA and back. Most off road is not rock-crawling in my hog....here's why:

My rig is as follows:

2018 Silverado 1500 LTZ 4WD Shortbed (with coilovers and the Eaton Lockers)
Viair onboard air (455C)
Rigids on pods up front
SR low pro's for rear/scene
DECKED drawer system
ARE cap w/ custom mattress, LED lighting and 12v power
Add-a-leaf for upgrade to HD rear suspension
Onboard safe
Extra battery

Current projects underway:
-black bear performance chip (in data collection phase)
-battery isolator kit (second battery is installed, wiring this week!)
-I'm working on a DIY spare tire carrier - in the grind/weld phase right now

Future projects:
-light bar up front
-rack for the cap

Pics to come soon.

I'm hoping to get from these forms:
- how to's, tips and idea
- understand where some good routes are (I'm thinking Ozarks or a long Colorado trip soon)
- attend some meetups, gain some skills

Glad to meet y'all!
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Welcome to Overland Bound
Good story about meeting Michael, I can see him doing that.
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 Southwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Your Regional Director is @brien. The closest Member Representative is @Prerunner1982
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Tread Lightly | Online Courses
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
 
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Kent R

Kent R

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Dougie87 said:
Welll, Hello all. I go by Dougie, Active Duty USAF Firefighter currently overseas in Japan. Getting orders back to the USA, and have always been interested in the Overland camping style. I grew up camping but as the folks got older it turned more into "glamping." The wife and kids are huge into the outdoors, as am I, and we are excited to step into the hobby deeper when we return to the states. Looking initially to step in with a strict budget to see how we really like it. As time goes I am sure more and more funds will be put into the hobby. Looking forward to learning more about both the hobby as well as places to adventure all over the USA.
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Welcome to Overland Bound
When you get back to the states here are some links to help you.
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.
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Tread Lightly | Online Courses
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
 
Kent R

Kent R

OB Executive Director
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Samson55 said:
Hello Overlander's
Name here is Brian, from Dallas, TX, born and raised. College educated and a Navy Veteran. My first off-road vehicle was an 89' Chevy Suburban that was handed down to me at the age of 16 and I worked on it every day, teaching myself by mistakes making mods and having a bad ass truck for a teenager. Moved onto Land Rovers b4 graduation and stuck with them until parents stoped helping out with monies here and there, so I moved on to Jeeps. They are hard to beat, but and will carry you down the road, but I found my passion when I glazed upon the Lexus GX470. The ultimate off-road vehicle that offers so much agile off-road capabilities as well as luxury to boot. Wouldn't call myself a novice at all, but my dad and I use to make frequent trips to Santa Fe with our Rovers and to this day if I see an open trail, I tell myself "why the hell not, lets see where it leads."
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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 Southwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Your Regional Director is @brien. The closest Member Representative is @Prerunner1982 who can help you get in contact with the DFW meet-up
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Tread Lightly | Online Courses
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
 
Kent R

Kent R

OB Executive Director
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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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K6KNT
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Retired Firefighter
Ebbs said:
Hey all, I'm Brandon, Living in Spokane, driving a GX470 just starting to build it.
The day I got it,
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Sitting in the driveway
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Posing in Central Oregon
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Welcome to Overland Bound Brandon
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.
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
Tread Lightly | Online Courses
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course
 
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Prerunner1982

Prerunner1982

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Hello Brad (@LoneStar ), 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
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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Hello Reece (@Reecet95 ), 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. There is a Taco Tuesday meet up in Houston if you are interested.
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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Hello Morgan (@Deshi ), 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. We have had meet ups in Gilbert, hopefully they will return as people start coming out of force hibernation. Keep an eye out for an East Valley meet up.
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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Coffeeanda4x4

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Howdy y'all!

New member and Overlander based in Texas – I love exploration and adventure and the active meditation of living intentionally when packing everything you need and not much you won't. Intermediate off-road pilot, amateur overland-er, grateful to the journey and those I meet along the way!

My trusty steed: 2003 Toyota 4Runner with a strong heart

Cheers!

Matt
 
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Prerunner1982

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Hello Aaron (@Coopler ), 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. There is a monthly meet up in Round Rock on the 1st Saturday of each month. US Southwest - Recurring - North Central Texas Meet & 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.
 
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Hello Brian (@Samson55), 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. There is a DFW Meet and Greet on 7/26/2020 if you can make it.
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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