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Our Off Grid Trailer – How We Got Here – Part II in our Series

A little back story to how we came to own our Off Grid Expedition 2.0 trailer. When I first started overlanding way back when in 2013 we began with a nice tent. I was convinced I would never need a trailer. We even did the Arizona Backcountry Discovery Route with said tent and a [...]

Our Off Grid Trailer – How We Got Here – Part II in our Series2020-05-09T09:58:58-07:00

Our Off Grid Trailer DIY Modifications

Our Off Grid Trailer Expedition 2.0 Modifications. Descriptions and links for each modification are listed. Part of the fun of getting a new trailer is making it your own. Here's what we have done so far: (We've been busy!) (Updated July 21,2020) A complete gear review and overhaul. Added - aircraft-style L Track cargo [...]

Our Off Grid Trailer DIY Modifications2020-07-21T11:45:49-07:00

Let the Adventures Begin! Our New Off Grid Expedition 2.0 Trailer Part I

Updated 1/12/2020 - Part II of our series is now online. We recently picked up our Off Grid Expedition 2.0 trailer in Lake Havasu City, AZ. It was delivered to Lead Dog Motorsports from Edmonton, Canada. Lead Dog is a location ambassador. Randy is very knowledgeable and it was fun to speak to him [...]

Let the Adventures Begin! Our New Off Grid Expedition 2.0 Trailer Part I2020-05-09T09:59:26-07:00

We Are Joining the Off Grid Teardrop Trailer Family 

Since 2013 we have been very active in the overland community. It all started with the purchase of our 2011 FJ Cruiser.  We have enjoyed thousands of miles of trails, many great adventures, a few wrong turns, lots of gear, and a few different trailers. We are excited to share that we are purchasing [...]

We Are Joining the Off Grid Teardrop Trailer Family 2020-05-09T09:59:45-07:00

Amazing Fireside Outdoor Pop-Up Fire Pit

Here's another quick take post! Amongst my circle of camping and overlanding friends, I am known as the guy who hates fires. There are two main reasons. One I hate smoke! Two it really isn't the fire's fault but all those who are completely irresponsible with them and cause wildfires. I can't solve the [...]

Amazing Fireside Outdoor Pop-Up Fire Pit2020-05-08T15:56:47-07:00

Our Favorite Flashlights – Fenix Lights

Essential lighting for the trail and campsite Just in time for the holidays! We have gone through many flashlights through the decades. The good news is they keep getting better. Our favorite brand is Fenix Lights. The flashlights are built for a lifetime of use. We own 6 different models from them. (Someone really likes [...]

Our Favorite Flashlights – Fenix Lights2020-05-08T15:56:59-07:00

Our VRV Flyer Modifications April 2018 Update

FYI - We sold this trailer a couple of years ago. VRV is no longer in business. We cannot provide any additional advice on this trailer. Thanks! Here's an update with photos showing all the things we have done to our VRV Flyer trailer. If by chance you haven't read our intro article about [...]

Our VRV Flyer Modifications April 2018 Update2021-04-14T11:18:06-07:00

Intro to our new upcoming series of articles

Gear reviews, stuff we have used, stuff we have liked, and stuff we didn't like. That pretty much sums up the theme for these future articles. We have been camping since childhood and "overlanding" for 5 years with our FJ Cruiser along with an assortment of gear and different trailers. Friends of Chris say he [...]

Intro to our new upcoming series of articles2020-05-08T15:57:08-07:00
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