Badass Tents Packout RTT Review
Lightweight Rooftop Tent That’s Made In America I’ve been ground camping for a while now, and there are two primary reasons I haven’t considered switching to a rooftop tent (RTT)….
Trail Tested
Trail Tested means the product or accessory has literally been put to the test on the trail. This was a category brought by ours truly; Max from Explore4R.com. All products and posts in Trail Tested have typically been put through their paces while exploring or off-road somewhere. This is a great category because it gives you an idea of which products you can expect to perform when it matters most to you.
Sandy Cats Ultimate Recovery Kit – Review
Tested by CERTEX, Innovative Technology, and a Lifetime Warranty Carrying a recovery kit is crucial for wheeling and offroading trips because these activities often involve navigating challenging terrain where getting…
Backwoods Hi-Lite Overland Front Bumper For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Backwoods Adventure Mods Front Bumper With New PreRunner Bull Bar We decided to run the Backwoods Hi-Lite Overland Front Bumper with the Pre-Runner Bull Bar. Backwoods Adventure Mods is an…
Wheeler’s Off-Road SuperBump Set For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Wheeler’s Off-Road Front & Rear Bump Stop Kit: Easily Improve Ride Quality & Increase Suspension Longevity In the world of aftermarket parts, bump stops are relatively cheap, super easy to…
BamBeds Leveling Platform & Luno Mattress For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Bambeds + Luno – Easily Create A Low Profile, Level & Comfortable Sleeping Area Sleeping platforms are incredibly popular, however, there aren’t many high-quality options on the market. We’ve seen…
JD Fabrication Lower Control Arm Pivot Kit For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
JD Fabrication Lower Control Arm Pivot Kit – Review If you want to clear larger tires, the JD Fabrication lower control arm pivot kit offers a killer solution. As many…
MORRFlate FiveSix PSI Pro Review
MORRFlate FiveSix PSI Pro Vs. The Popular Viair 400P When it comes to portable air compressors, there are plenty on the market to choose from. While MORRFlate has historically only…
Backwoods Adventure Mods Hi-Lite Overland Front Bumper Install
Backwoods Adventure Mods Hi-Lite Overland Hybrid (Steel Winch Cradle + Aluminum Shell) Front Bumper – Installation Guide Have you been struggling with clearance? Maybe leaving a trail of bumper plastic…
ActionTrax Recovery Boards Review: Made In The USA & Built To Last
Could The Made In The USA ActionTrax Recovery Boards Be A Maxtrax Killer? When off-roading, having a well-equipped recovery kit is crucial for a safe adventure. Recovery boards, such as…
Mudify Extended Front & Rear Brake Lines For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Stainless Steel Extended Front & Rear Brake Lines By Mudify After you lift your 4runner, the stock brake lines do not accommodate the additional flex that comes with new shock…
Aluminum Vs. Steel Skid Plates – How To Choose
Aluminum Vs. Steel Skid Plates: How To Choose Which Is Best When you’re out on the trails, safeguarding your vehicle and its critical components is a top priority. The most…
The All New OME MT64 Suspension For 5th Gen 4Runner – Detailed Overview & Impressions
Introducing A Brand New Suspension Line From ARB / OME – The MT64 It’s not uncommon for suspension companies to offer several tiers of suspension kits for their customers. After…
PerryParts Bump Stops For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
PerryParts Bump Stops: Why Is Upgrading Your Factory Bump Stops So Important? It’s happened to all of us before – you’re out on the trail having a blast, when all…
Kenda Klever R/T Rugged-Terrain Tires: 10,000-Mile Owner’s Review & Impressions
Are The Kenda Klever R/T Tires Any Good? A 10,000 Mile Review Having a good set of tires is one of the most important factors in off-road driving. They provide…
Feature Friday: 7 PNW Off-Road Areas & Trails To Explore – A Local Sourced Guide
7 Locals Discuss Top Trails & Areas To Explore In The Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho) This Week’s Topic: Top PNW Trails We’re back with a brand new Feature Friday!…
Feature Friday: 6 Owners Talk Overland Camp Gear Favorites
6 Owners Discuss Their Favorite Camping Products This Week’s Topic: Camp Essentials We’re back with a brand new Feature Friday! Last week, we covered full skid plate setups. In a…
Feature Friday: 7 Full Skid Plate Setups For 5th Gen 4Runner
7 Owners Discuss Their Skid Plate Setups For Protecting Their 4Runners This Week’s Topic: Skid Plate Collections We’re back with a brand new Feature Friday! Last week, we covered aftermarket…
True Beadlock Rings For RRW Hybrid Wheels – Install & Review
True Beadlock Rings For Relations Race Wheels (RRW) Hybrid Wheels In Machined Aluminum When it comes to off-roading, having the right equipment can make all the difference. One piece of…
Feature Friday: Why Did You Re-Gear? – Let’s Hear What These 4 Builds Have to Say
Regearing Your 5th Gen 4Runner For Larger Tires: Benefits Overview This Week’s Topic: Regearing Your 5th Gen 4Runner We’re back with a brand new Feature Friday! Last week, we highlighted…
OME Nitrocharger Sport 3″ Suspension Lift For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Overview & Review
The OME Nitrocharger Sport Suspension On A Daily Driver: A 5000-Mile Review After the pure stoke of your new 4Runner fades, you realize that there are countless options for upgrading…
Cali Raised Trail Edition Bolt-On Rock Sliders – Install & Review
Cali Raised LED Trail Edition Bolt-On Rock Sliders With Kick-Out For 5th Gen 4Runner – Detailed Installation Guide, Review & Overview If you haven’t heard, Cali Raised LED offers quite…
Feature Friday: 6 Upper Control Arm Setups For 5th Gen 4Runner
Aftermarket Upper Control Arms – Owner Submitted Suspension Setups This Week’s Topic: Upper Control Arms We’re back with a brand new Feature Friday! Last week, we checked out recovery boards…
Dissent Off-Road Rear Bumper For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Review & Feature Overview
The All-New Dissent Off-Road High Clearance Rear Bumper: Fully Customizable Here it is guys, the long-awaited and highly anticipated high clearance modular Dissent Off-road rear bumper for the 5th Gen…
Feature Friday: 10 Recovery Board & Mount Setups For 4Runner
Example Recovery Boards & Mounting Solutions To Keep You Prepared For Your Adventures This Week’s Topic: Recovery Board Setups We’re back with a brand new Feature Friday! Last week, we…
Feature Friday: 7 Camp Kitchen Setups For The 5th Gen 4Runner
7 Owners Discuss Their Kitchen Setups For Camping This Week’s Topic: Camp Kitchen Setups Welcome to this week’s Feature Friday! Last week, we looked at portable fridge/freezer setups. This week,…
Master Pull Super Yanker® Kinetic Recovery Rope & Bridle: Review
The Ultimate Recovery Gear Kit From Master Pull When it comes to off-roading, finding a stuck rig or getting your rig stuck is bound to happen at some point. Having…
Feature Friday: 9 Portable Fridge Freezer Setups For 5th Gen 4Runner
9 Example Portable Fridge/Freezer Setups For Your 5th Gen 4Runner – Cold Food Storage Inspiration For Overland Builds This Week’s Topic: Portable Fridge Setups Welcome back to another Feature Friday!…
Armstrong Tire Desert Dog M/T Tires: 2000-Mile Initial Impressions Overview
Meet the Desert Dog M/T: A Review & Impressions After 2,000 Miles If you know anything about my posts on Trail4R.com or follow me on Instagram, you know I love…
Cali Raised Stealth Front Bumper For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
The New Cali Raised LED Low-Profile Stealth Bumper For 5th Gen (2014+) 4Runner: Detailed Step-By-Step Install, Review & Overview Cali Raised LED recently released their new low-profile bumper, the Stealth…
Feature Friday: 8 SR5 Premium 5th Gen 4Runner Builds
8 Different 5th Gen 4Runner SR5 Premium Builds & Their Owners’ Top 5 Mods This Week’s Topic: SR5 Premium Builds Welcome back to another Feature Friday! Last week, we took…