I’m not sure I remember how cheap gas used to be. I mean, as a little kid you don’t really think about it…not until you have to buy it yourself. Many, many years ago I wanted a dirt bike and I knew it required high octane (premium) gas. At 99 cents a gallon I pretty much decided I couldn’t afford a dirt bike. A buck a gallon gas…can you even … [Read more...]
Armadillo Industries Billet Mechanical Door Stops
One of the biggest frustrations I have when loading myself, or my gear, into my Jeep TJ is the door always closing on me, often times hitting me in the knees or in the back. So, when I came across the Mechanical Door Stops from Armadillo Industries, I thought I’d give them a chance to solve this minimal but frustrating problem. The investment made … [Read more...]
Satmap's Active 10 Trek GPS
Consumers have a lot of choices when it comes to buying a GPS device these days. Only a few years ago, it was fairly easy to walk into your favorite gear shop and select a handheld device from either Garmin or Magellan. Now though, there are plenty of other options to choose from, as well, all with a host of features to help you navigate your way … [Read more...]
Tuffy Security Rear Half Console for Jeep TJ
here are a number of things I really like about Tuffy’s rear half-console for Jeep TJ and at the top of the list is comfort. Comfort in not only having a padded arm rest to set my arm while driving around town or in the backcountry, but also comfort in knowing the 16-gauge steel is strong and secure enough to protect any valuables I may have in my … [Read more...]
Vibram Five Fingers Running Shoes
Many an Engineer will agree that the human foot is a marvel of biomechanics. Evolution provided us with a near perfect interface for our body to meet the Earth below us. Many will argue that our pursuit for better function and fashion has been ruining our feet as well as other joints. If you belong to a gym you have probably seen someone wearing … [Read more...]
Tissot T-Touch EXPERT
Finding a time piece that is rugged yet stylish has often been a struggle. The Tissot T-Touch EXPERT, available in stainless steel or titanium, offers all the standard features you would expect in a sports watch. … [Read more...]
Engel Elemax Generator
Generators have always been a thing I have frowned upon, simply due to the noise created as well as their weight and bulk. Engel has released the Element line of generators, powered by Honda engines which is a new and better option for your next backcountry excursion. … [Read more...]
Jeep's 70th Anniversary in Belgium
Jeepclub Belgium Luxemburg recently organized it’ 70 Years Jeep festivities under the name “Jeepworld 2011” in the heart of Belgium, near Namur, on the magnificent and green castle domain of Château d’Arville. … [Read more...]
MAXTRAX Vehicle Recovery Device
Using a set of MAXTRAX can eliminate the use for a winch in 99% of situations encountered where a winch would be needed. The MAXTRAX offers grip in all conditions, from snow to sand to hard pack rocks. The MAXTRAX come with a set of instructions but they really are not needed. It is obvious at first look at how to use them. They offer great grip on … [Read more...]