Sandy Cats Kinetic-X Static Bridle Review
Proper Load Distribution Makes Recovery Situations Safer & Easier Building out your recovery gear kit is crucial if you’re spending time on the trails. Even the easiest routes can throw…
Off-Road
Your complete guide to 5th Gen 4Runner Off-Road & Off-Road Accessories. In this category, we talk about all things “Off-Road”. Whether that’s a product install, review, or off-road-focused topic, we cover it all. Accessories may include compressors, recovery gear, tow straps, recovery boards, and more. Off-road parts may include suspension systems, tires, bumpers, sliders, and general armor. Other topics might include general off-road tips and much more.
Eaton E-Lockers Vs. ARB Air Lockers
Which Locker Should You Choose For Your Toyota? Eaton or ARB? If you’re an SR5 owner like myself, you didn’t get a fancy e-locker like the TRD Off-Road and Pro…
R4T High Clearance Exhaust For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
A More Aggressive Sound & Better Clearance For The Trails When it comes to aftermarket exhaust options for the 5th Gen 4Runners, there are a plethora of options. If you…
Cali Raised LED Fog Light Replacements – Install & Review
Are These The Best Bang For Your Buck Fog Light Upgrade? Whether you are a new 4Runner owner or simply looking to update your rig’s lighting, most people agree that…
6th Gen TRD Surf Concept For SEMA 2024
Toyota Reveals New Concept – Is This The Truck We’ve Been Waiting For? Before the 6th Gen 4Runner’s launch, there was a big rumor that Toyota might actually bring back…
ARB OME Updated Nitrocharger Plus Lift Kit – What’s New
How Does The Iconic Suspension Line Stack Up After A Serious Refresh? If you’re the owner of a 5th Gen 4Runner, you likely didn’t choose your vehicle for its mediocre…
Best Multi-Tire Inflation & Deflation Hose Kits
Buyer’s Guide – 6 Hose Kits For Airing Up & Down Off-Road Airing down your tires for an off-roading adventure is crucial for enhancing performance and safety. It increases the…
Arroyo Tires Tamarock M/T – Overview & First Impressions
Initial Thoughts After 1,000 Miles With My New MT Setup Arroyo Tires may not be as well known to the market as other brands, but that hasn’t stopped them from…
True North Fab Hybrid DIY Rear Bumper – Installation & Fabrication Guide
How To Weld & Install The DIY Hybrid Bumper From True North True North offers the bumper in a couple of configurations; with or without a swingout and welded or…
True North Fabrications Hybrid Light Weight Rear Bumper – Review & Overview
Light Weight (46 lbs) Hybrid Rear Bumper For The 5th Gen 4Runner We’re always on the lookout for lighter mods. Whether it’s armor, RTTs, drawer systems, or tires, shedding a…
Toyota Wheel Brands In 2024-2025 (6×139.7 Lug)
LOCK OFFROAD BAJA | 17X9.0 | -12mm | 4.530 Backspace | 32 LB New Toyota Wheel Designs and Upcoming Companies in 2024-2025 The wheel industry has progressed over the years….
Go Rhino El Gato Hydraulic Jack Review
Newer, Safer Alternative To The Traditional Farm Jack In terms of off-road jacks for making trail repairs, you have a few options. First, there are off-road floor jacks like the…
SRQ Fabrications & True North Fabrications – Company Interview
Building Uncompromising Off-Road Products In The U.S.A. Like everyone else in this community, I got bit by the 4×4 bug and started down the rabbit hole on OEM, third-party, and…
10 New Products From Overland Expo PNW 2024
10 Must-See Off-Road and Overland Products In 2024 This year, I had the incredible chance to attend Overland Expo PNW in Redmond, OR, and it was an adventure to remember….
Understanding Lighting Color Temperature
A Guide To Off-Road Lighting And What’s Right For You Outfitting your 4Runner with the right lights is crucial for maximizing visibility and safety during any adventure, especially at night….
MORRFlate Air Hub AutoMagic Air Controller Review
Automatically Inflate And Deflate Your Tires With Air Hub What’s better than automatically and simultaneously inflating all your tires? Well, that would be deflating them all to a set PSI….
Tested: ZOLEO Satellite Communicator Review
Stay Connected On The Trail & Off Grid, All At An Affordable Price Since the debut of Garmin’s InReach, satellite communicators have gained massive traction in the outdoor market. The…
13 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In Northern California
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource We’re back with new fan-favorite trails! This week, we’ll discuss popular trails in Northern California. Northern California is home to many…
Concept To Production: 3D Printed Bump Stops From Perry Parts
A New Manufacturing Method For A Crucial Suspension Upgrade When it comes to upgrading your 4Runner’s suspension, there are endless options and discussions about the shocks and springs you can…
Tested: Dirt King 2.5″ DCA Coilovers Review
On-Road & Off-Road Performance Review of the DK 2.5″ Coilovers We already launched the product overview post which covered a detailed look at the coilovers. If you have not read…
True North Fab Bolt Skids For Skid Plates
Protect The Bolt Heads On Your Skid Plates With Ramp Washers There are still a few skid plates on the market that don’t have protection built in for bolt heads….
Yokohama Geolandar X-AT – 35,000 Mile Review
Are These All Terrain Tires A Contender In A Saturated Market? Can an all-terrain tire excel in more than just one category rather than just be a jack of all…
Monotube Vs. Twin-Tube Shocks Explained
The Pros And Cons Of Each And Which Might Be The Best Choice For You There’s no shortage of opinions in the debate of monotube vs. twin-tube shocks. Today, I…
All-Pro Off-Road 5th Gen 4Runner Low Profile Front Bumper – Install & Review
Slim Winch Bumper Option For The 4Runner Why did I pick All-Pro Off-Road? Let me share the story of a company that has been a pioneer in aftermarket components since…
Leitner Designs ACS Roof Platform Rack Review
Established Bed Rack Company Designed Their First Roof System We all know adding a roof rack provides versatility and virtually unlimited storage potential. If you’re in the market, you’ll find…
$100K 4Runner! 74Weld Portal Axle Build Walkaround
2023 5th Gen 4Runner on 74Weld Portal Axles and 37″ Tires. The time has come for the initial walkaround. A lot of you have been asking on Instagram… “How much…
ARB OME Nitrocharger Plus Lift Kit For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
OME’s Budget Friendly Nitrochargers Get A Fresh New Look & Several Updates! All it takes is a quick Google search to see that Nitrochargers are a go-to for owners looking…
5 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In New Mexico
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to an all-new post featuring the top trails and OHV parks across America! In this post, I am highlighting…
6 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In New Hampshire
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to an all-new post featuring the top trails and OHV parks across America! This week, we are back to…
Best Rear Hatch Ladders For 5th Gen 4Runner
Top 6 Options For The 4Runner In 2024: We Compare Specs, Features, And Accessories We all love the “Wittle Wadder” jokes. 4Runner rear hatch ladders are a hilariously controversial modification…