Our weekly rundown on the latest in the outdoor adventure lifestyle
Truckfest is Heading to Spokane, WA!
Truckfest PNW is kicking off on October 1st this year at the Spokane County Fair & Expo Center in Spokane. Powered by Diesel World and Tread Magazines, this one-day event is one you don’t want to miss! For truck and outdoor enthusiasts, Truckfest PNW is the place to be for a day filled with plenty to do and see, no matter what you’re looking for. With training seminars to learn from, a truck show to explore, parts manufacturers and more, there’s something for everyone.
The Bronco’s stock suspension package is good, but Radflo knew they could improve upon it in a BIG way – and that is exactly what they did. Radflo developed ride-height-adjustable front coil over shocks which will allow Bronco owners to add 0-3″ of lift depending on factory options. Even better, these front coil overs can be paired with Radflo’s ride-height-adjustable rear coil overs which will allow the user to add 0-2.0” of rear lift to their Bronco.
Whether or not we talk about it often, meals are one of the most important parts of any outdoor adventure. If part of your trip is a long day hike, what you’ll eat before you head out is fuel for the day ahead. While you’re on the trail, the lunch and snacks you pack keep you going for the second half of your day. Eating a well-balanced dinner will also accelerate your body’s recovery after your hike. Hiking meals are tough to plan, though, so here’s our guide for a full day of on-the-go campground eats.
While you’re out on the road, your phone is your only connection to the world wide web. Of course you can (and should) print out paper maps, read lots of books, and have a contingency plan in case of emergencies. However, we know that’s not possible all the time. Here, we’ve put together a list of the best apps for overlanding that can help you out of those tight spots while you’re out adventuring. We spend a lot of time helping you build a gear box, so why not give you some gear for your phone, too?
In only a few short years, Mike Pfeiffer of Last Line of Defense has amassed quite the following, with more than 365,000 subscribers on YouTube and more than 138,000 on Instagram. There’s a good chance you’ve come across one of the Last Line of Defense’s (LLOD) vehicles while browsing through social media or have stumbled across his popular YouTube page. Through social media, he’s been able to share his gear reviews, tips and advice for survival in the outdoors, as well as his various project vehicles that range from a Toyota Tacoma to an all-new Ford F250 Tremor.
The desert can be a land of extreme conditions. Seared and barren deserts feature a stark and unembellished beauty not found anywhere else in the world. Open spaces, howling winds, sunbaked rock structures, and tenacious flora and fauna mix to form breathtaking vistas and memorable experiences. However, the expedition could quickly and easily end in disaster if adequate preparation is not taken to safeguard against unknown calamities that can befall even the most experienced trail rider while on a desert adventure.