Factor 55 Rope Retention Pulley (RRP) Review
Introducing the New Factor 55 Rope Retention Pulley (Snatch Block Alternative): New Recovery Gear We Finally Trail-Tested! Why do you need a pulley? The Snatch Block or Pulley is a…
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.
Trail Impressions: SureCall Fusion2Go Max Cell Signal Booster
Detailed Review and Overview on the SureCall Fusion2Go Max Cell Phone Signal Service Booster The desire to spend time outdoors is usually paired with the desire to be out of…
Sherpa Crestone Roof Rack Install + Review
Sherpa Crestone Roof Rack Review & Installation Guide When researching which roof rack to purchase for your build, it is important to make sure that the rack you choose will…
4 Factors to Consider that affect Your MPG
Best Daily Driving Practices: Aiming for the Best Gas Mileage and a Comfortable Ride for the 5th Gen 4Runner The Toyota 4Runner has never been the most fuel-efficient or luxurious…
ARB Skid Plates for 5th Gen 4Runner – Overview
The ARB Skid Plate Kit Is More Than Meets the Ad: Quick Overview and Install Guide for the 5th Gen 4Runner If you go by most advertisements for ARB’s 5th…
Trail Tested: Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT: A Review on Durability, Versatility & Long Term Use on the 5th Gen 4Runner Tires are the vehicle’s connection to the ground. They are arguably the…
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S Tire Review
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S Tire Review: A Solid, Fully Four-Season All-Terrain Tire for 5th Gen 4Runner When it comes to tires, there’s plenty of differing opinions of which tire is…
Trail Impressions: Eezi-Awn Swift Awning
Eezi-Awn Swift Vehicle-Mounted Awning: An In-Depth, Trail-Tested Review on the 5th Gen 4Runner Vehicle-mounted awnings have long been a staple camping accessory for the global expedition traveler. In recent years,…
ARB Recovery Kit (RK9) – Full Review & Overview
ARB RK9 Recovery Kit Review For the 4Runner— All You Need in One Package For Your Off-Road Truck The Recovery Kit To Get Your 4Runner Out of Trouble — Everything…
Recovery Gear Essentials – Outfitting your rig and where to spend big
Recovery Gear Must-Haves – Outfitting your rig and where to spend big Wheeling is expensive, there’s no other way to put it. When I say wheeling, I’m not talking about…
Coyote Enterprises Automatic Tire Deflators – Full Review and Comparison
Airing down your tires before hitting the trail is a good way to increase traction, which is due to a larger contact patch that comes with lower air pressure. Airing…
Fox 2.5 Remote Reservoir Review
Fox 2.5 Remote Reservoir with Dual Speed Compression Adjusters Trail-Tested Review For the 5th Gen 4Runner The Coilover Shock that does it all… When demanding performance meets the capability of…
Trail Install: Durobumps Rear Bump Stops
Product overview and installation of Durobump Rear Bump Stops on a 5th Gen 4Runner You have just upgraded your suspension with a mild 2-inch lift and are ready to hit…
Trail Impressions: Rokblokz Mud Flaps Review
Product overview and installation of Rokblokz Rally Mud Flaps on a 5th Gen 4Runner One of the first things that many new 4Runner owners will do when they get their…
ARB Digital Tire Deflator Review
ARB Digital Tire Deflator For Lower Air Pressure While Off-Roading & Trailing in the 5th Gen 4Runner A 5th Gen 4Runner is a trail capable vehicle right from the get-go….
Trail Comparison: Indeflate vs. MORRflate
Product and performance comparison of the Indeflate and MORRflate air management systems for the 5th Gen 4Runnner Air management is an important part of the off-road experience. Tire pressures can…
Trail Impressions: Garmin InReach Mini Review
Product Review of the Garmin InReach Mini and Installation on Center Console of the 5th Gen 4Runner We live in a connected world. Communicating with people has never been more…
Trail Impressions: Baja Designs 2.0 Rock Lights
Baja Designs 2.0 Rock Lights Install, Overview, and Review on 5th Gen 4Runner Rock lights aren’t a new concept. They have been on 4wd vehicles for decades and have a…
ARB Flat Alloy Rack Review 5th Gen 4Runner
A complete overview of what it’s like to run the ARB Flat Roof Rack by ARB After owning the ARB Flat Alloy Roof Rack for over two months now I…
Top 12 Off-Road Shovels – The Complete Guide
Top 12 Off-Road and Overland Shovels – Which option is right for your adventuring needs? On every trail we explore, there’s often the chance of getting stuck and more often…
Trail Impressions: Indeflate Tire System
Product review of the Indeflate tire INflate/DEflator The formula is simple: air down when the pavement ends. This step is crucial to a successful adventure and can be the deciding…
RIGd UltraSwing Tire Carrier with UltraPlate and Table – Review on 5th Gen 4Runner
Almost everything you need to know about the RIGd Supply UltraSwing™ Tire Carrier on a 5th Gen 4Runner After installing the tire carrier last week, we knew the RIGd (pronounced…
Diode Dynamics SLF Fog Lights (Yellow) for the 5th Gen 4Runner
Yellow vs White fog lights for your 5th Gen 4Runner – What Should You Install? UPDATE/DISCLAIMER (FROM DD): While the installation can be tight, our SLF Fog Lights do fit…
NOCO GB40 Boost Plus Review & Guide
The NOCO GB40 BOOST PLUS 1000A LITHIUM JUMP STARTER Everything you need to know about the NOCO GB40 Boost Plus – An Ultra Safe Lithium Jump Starter You hop in…
Snow Wheeling with Goodyear DuraTrac Tires
First Impressions of Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac Tires Now that you bought your 4Runner, it’s time for the first important modification for any off-road intended vehicle tires. For many off-road enthusiasts,…
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT – Initial Review on 5th Gen 4Runner
Design, Tread Pattern, and Initial Impressions. Are the Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLTs for you? “When the time comes to replace the set, likely before the winter, I will be replacing…
Agency 6 Shackle Block – Full Overview
Introducing the Shackle Hitch Receiver by Agency 6 – Proudly Made in The USA with US Certified Materials – Full Review and Overview As you start to traverse off the beaten…
Custom Stellar Built Roof Rack
Custom Built Roof Rack for the 5th Gen 4Runner: Stellar Built – Sacramento, CA Many of you have asked, so here it is. If you have been in the off-road…
Magnuson Supercharger Review
Initial Thoughts, Off-Road and Daily Driving Review Initial Review So, we’ve had the Magnuson Supercharger installed for about two weeks and spent this past weekend covering approximately 200 miles behind…
Trail Basics: 4Runner Winter Travel Preparation Tips
4×4 Winter Traveling Basics: Driving Techniques, Accessories & General Preparation It’s that time of year again. Temperatures are getting cold in the mountains, and the snow is starting to fall….