Editor’s Note: Sometimes we take things for granted. Tom shares with us some basic principles in how to drive better! How often has this happened to you? As you turn out of a drive way, you hear thump-thump as a rear wheel jumps the curb. Intuitively, you know what... Read more
Keep Wiring Neat With These Tips
Tech Tips February 18, 2025
Editor’s Note: Yes, the cover image is of Jessi Combs and an inside look at the interior of her Geiser Brothers Built Trophy Truck that she drove in the 2017 Baja 1000. Electronics are CRITICAL whether you are racing in the Baja 1000 or a day out on your... Read more
Editor’s Note: Story by our friend Tom Severin, images from Corey Osborne. At the time of this writing, there needs to be an acknowledgment for “doing what you can” to secure your gadgets. We understand that spending hundreds of dollars to secure a device can be prohibitive if not economically... Read more
Don’t Bleed Out!
Tech Tips October 8, 2024
Four-wheelers understand that injuries can occur while on the trails. Most are minor – scrapes, bruises, burns from a hot pan, maybe an occasional bee sting – but occasionally someone is hurt badly. If that injury entails bleeding, knowing what to do can make a big difference in the... Read more
Pack Naloxone – You May Save A Life
Tech Tips July 8, 2024
Opioid deaths are taking a toll on American citizens. The problem is so bad, it’s been labeled an epidemic. Here are a few grim statistics, from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Approximately 69,000 opioid overdose deaths in 2020. 82% caused by ingesting synthetic opioids. More than 107,000 people died from... Read more
Our group was traveling up Mazourka Canyon Road with plans to camp at Papoose Flats. Weather reports told of a big storm brewing off the coast. Bearing heavy winds and cold temps, it was scheduled to hit the Papoose Flats area in the evening. Upon arrival at Papoose Flats... Read more
Synthetic Rope For Winching
Tech Tips April 28, 2024
Every four-wheeler at some point needs to use a winch. The type of rope used is vitally important. I suggest synthetic rope, even though it’s more expensive than steel and is susceptible to abrasions. It’s far stronger: A 3/8” synthetic rope of Amsteel-Blue has an average breaking strength of... Read more
The new year is a good time to revisit some fundamentals of four-wheeling. Key among those is how to drive on gravel and dirt roads. After all, four-wheeling necessarily involves driving on unpaved surfaces. First, we’ll look at the hazards. Then we’ll review steps you can take for safer... Read more
Give Yourself A Step Up With Rocklander Hinge Steps!
Product ReviewsTech Tips December 26, 2023
Do you ever start a Jeep project and think, “Uh oh, what have I got myself into”? How many times do our projects require multiple repetitve tasks? Do you ever wish you could just start on the second one of those repeat items…since the first one didn’t quite go... Read more
Use That Magnet! Repurposing A Great Product!
Tech Tips September 27, 2023
Have you ever purchased a “kit” that came with many options but you only used one of those options and then had left over parts? We usually hold onto the good stuff that is left over, just in case we need it in the future right? Well after a... Read more