For twenty years the Camel Trophy was the ultimate display of what 4-wheel drive vehicles could accomplish. From 1980 to 2000, Land Rovers and Range Rovers, in every conceivable spec, traversed some of the most daunting and challenging areas on earth for weeks at a time. Another hallmark of the events was the emphasis on teamwork and mental … [Read more...]
Ouachita Jeep Jamboree
With the camper loaded and our Wrangler (Rubi) in tow, Alan, Scout (our Labrador retriever), and I headed for Hot Springs, Arkansas and the Ouachita Jeep Jamboree. A short seven hours later, we pulled into the Superlift ORV Park in Hot Springs. … [Read more...]
We All Have That List
We all have that list, in one way or another, the list of things we want to do or accomplish in our lifetimes. Well, some items on the list are long term and have deeper meaning, things like seeing your children grow-up healthy and happy. Others with lesser levels of complexity, but also with meaning - items like parachuting out of a plane, bungee … [Read more...]
Ready Your Wrangler for Multi-Day Adventure
So, you wanna hit the trails for more than a day, huh? Call it an expedition, even? Good for you. I’ve being doing so for several years now, despite all the mistakes I’ve made along the way. And maybe you have a nice long list of things to take: a big heap of recovery gear, all sorts of spare hoses, belts, tie rod ends, and other parts along … [Read more...]
Keys to Navigation – Part II
The question is often asked, "Which GPS Unit should I buy?" This is a very common question, but I won’t tell you that it depends. Seriously…I don’t think it matters which one you buy – they all do the same thing, more or less. … [Read more...]
A Trip to the Maze
“We’ve been planning this for a year, why cancel just because it ‘might’ rain?” That’s what we were thinking as cold, wet weather forecast approached in advance of Offroad Passport’s recent trip to the Maze at Canyonlands National Park. Besides, we had permits to camp at The Dollhouse and special guests who’d flown to Arizona just for this trip. … [Read more...]
Capturing the Splendor of America's Hidden Treasures – Part I
The majesty and mystical qualities of the pristine outdoors has always fascinated me. Off-highway adventure in my Jeep is the perfect escape, allowing me to find these places in general comfort and get away from it all. I have always felt driven to explore-to escape my day-to-day life and have an adventure. … [Read more...]
Bushwacker Announces Rebate on Flat Fender Style Flares
Since receiving a SEMA award in 2009 for one of the most innovative new exterior accessories, Bushwacker Flat Style Flares have earned the reputation for being the most rugged, durable and stylish flares for any Jeep Wrangler TJ, JK or Cherokee XJ. … [Read more...]
The First Overland
What about overland?’ I quipped, chewing on a wad of salted fish, running the spoon around my mess tin, chasing the last few grains of rice. The minute Noel looked up, I knew he was hooked on the idea of driving home. ‘ … [Read more...]