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…
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.
What Happens When You Push SOS On Garmin inReach Devices?
What To Expect When You Press The SOS Button In An Emergency Over the past 10 years of owning the Garmin inReach (formally the DeLorme inReach), I always considered it…
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….
DIY Vs. Pre-Built Sleeping Platforms
Premium Leveling Platform Vs. DIY – How To Choose Trying to sleep in your truck while camping? Are you annoyed at that awkward hump between your rear seats and cargo…
No Drill Cargo Fridge Slide For 5th Gen 4Runner
Big Brand Alternative Custom Built With A Local Fabricator Like many others, my 4Runner is both my daily driver and weekend warrior. As my adventures evolved from short day trips…
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…
RealTruck GoTent Rooftop Tent – Install & Review
You Don’t Need To Spend A Small Fortune To Camp In Comfort I’ll admit, I was never a big rooftop tent (RTT) guy. They tend to be bulky, weigh down…
5 Products For Organizing Your Cargo Area
Adding Storage And Organization To The 5th Gen 4Runner When it comes to overland adventure travels, packing out everything needed for even a simple weekend getaway can become a bit…
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…
Sherpa Roof Rack Window Panel – Install & Review
Accessory Mounting Panels For Your 5th Gen Rack To Easily Attach Your Gear! When it comes to camping and overlanding, gear organization is crucial. Sherpa Equipment Co.’s exterior side accessory…
Zero Breeze Mark 2 Review
Keep Your Camping Cool With This Portable AC Unit As we come out of winter camping season, things are heating up in California. If you’re a car camper, you know…
Roadshock Edge Off-Road Lights From Harbor Freight – Review
Budget Lighting Doesn’t Mean You Have To Sacrifice Performance Harbor Freight has been making waves in the off-road market in recent years. Most notably, their Badlands Apex Winches and Off-Road…
New Product: Kinetic-X Hero Bridle Review
Kinetic-X Hero Bridle: A New Standard for Recovery? Kinetic-X, a division of Sandy Cats just added a new addition to its current offering of recovery gear, the Hero Bridle. We…
Magnuson Supercharger: 7 Benefits To Consider
7 Benefits of a Supercharger on Overland & Off-Road Builds After building four different 5th Gen 4Runners, I decided to install a supercharger on our latest 2023 SR5P with portal…
Tuff Country Upper Control Arms – Install & Review
Super Affordable Uniball UCAs That Are Made In The USA A lift kit is often one of the first mods that 4Runner owners choose, but it comes with a cost….
Overlanding & E-Bikes – Should You Add One?
Are E-Bikes Valuable For Overlanding? We Take A Closer Look! E-bikes have become more popular and accessible in recent years. There’s been a flood of new options to the market….
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)….
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 Hybrid Aluminum & Steel 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…
Wheeler’s Off-Road SuperBump Set For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Easily Improve Ride Quality & Increase Suspension Longevity In the world of aftermarket parts, bump stops are relatively cheap, super easy to install, and a must if you are taking…
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…