October 2018

TREAD Magazine - A Guide to Automotive Adventure and Outdoor

More Shade, Better Adventures

Having reliable shade changes the whole feel of your setup. Whether you’re escaping midday heat or shielding your camp kitchen from a sudden downpour, a quality awning or shade system adds comfort and flexibility. Carefree of Colorado is one name in this space, and in this article we’ll explore how to choose, use, and maintain shade gear so your campsite feels like an extension of your rig. Why shade matters more than you think When you roll into a campsite after a long drive, the midday sun feels relentless. Without proper coverage, your gear heats up, you lose usable space, …

Tread Staff
October 15, 2026

Built to Go Further, Not Just Look Tough

Long Travel TRD Pro 4Runner Seth Kovanic is a passionate Toyota enthusiast, even helping run the annual Toyota off-road enthusiast gathering known as the FJ […] Continue Reading

Bryon Dorr
October 14, 2026

More Gear, Less Clutter: Gladiator Storage Done Right

AS SEEN IN OUR JULY/AUGUST 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! Storage Solutions for Gladiator Owners Tread magazine’s American Gladiator has come a long way, and […] Continue Reading

Chris Hamilton
October 13, 2026

No Signal? No Problem: Staying Connected Off-Grid

When you’re deep in the backcountry, miles from cell towers and civilization, reliable communication becomes more than a convenience, it becomes a safety essential. Whether […] Continue Reading

Tread Staff
October 12, 2026

News

Cut the Cord: Midland MXT295 PRO Brings Wireless Freedom to Off-Road Adventures

For off-roaders, communication shouldn’t be tied to the driver’s seat. Whether spotting through an obstacle, scouting the trail ahead, setting up camp, or coordinating a […]

Tread Staff
October 09, 2026

Jeep Trail Etiquette: Tips for Safe and Responsible Wheeling

Why Trail Etiquette Matters When you head out on the trail, you’re not just testing your Jeep you’re joining a community. Respecting the land, other […]

Sky Coleman
October 09, 2026

Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack Install on a 2022 Toyota Tacoma

AS SEEN IN OUR Tread May/June 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! Installing A Front Runner Outfitters’ Slimline II Roof Rack System You can never have […]

John Mata Jr.
October 08, 2026

Features

Top Notch Garage’s Compound-Turbo 3.0L Duramax Silverado

AS SEEN IN OUR NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! Top Notch Garage Built the Regular Cab, Short-Bed Duramax Silverado Chevrolet Wouldn’t Somebody at GM […]

Corey Decker
October 07, 2026

Videos

Avery Dennison PrismaPro™: The Future of Color PPF | Dry-Apply Paint Protection Film

What if you could completely transform your vehicle’s color while protecting the original paint? Meet Avery Dennison® PrismaPro™ — a new generation of color Paint […]

Tread Staff
October 07, 2026

News

More Than a Driving Light: Wolfbox NomadPixel 5 Brings Programmable Pixel Displays to the Trail

The new 17,700-lumen trail light system not only provides reliable, bright illumination for the road ahead but also enables drivers to personalize their rigs and […]

Tread Staff
October 07, 2026

Ryan Dayon’s 2025 Ford F-350 Blends Towing and Overlanding

AS SEEN IN OUR NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! Ryan Dayon Had Six Weeks, a Brand-New 2025 Ford F-350, and Absolutely No Intention of […]

Corey Decker
October 06, 2026

Videos

Midland MXT295 PRO Review: 15W GMRS + Wireless Bluetooth Mic for Off-Road Adventures

Stay connected when the trail gets rough with the Midland MXT295 PRO 15-Watt MicroMobile GMRS Two-Way Radio. Built for off-roaders, overlanders, Jeep enthusiasts, and adventure […]

Tread Staff
October 05, 2026

This 1987 Suzuki Samurai Is Far From Stock

AS SEEN IN OUR JULY/AUGUST 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! Far From Stock In a world where bolt-on builds and catalog parts dominate the off-road […]

Chad Dougla S
October 03, 2026

Legacy Speed & Body’s Coyote-Swapped 1976 Ford Bronco

AS SEEN IN OUR NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! Legacy Speed & Body Rewound the Raptor Playbook 50 Years and Built the First-Gen Bronco […]

Corey Decker
October 01, 2026

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