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...]
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...]
Big Bear Jeep Jamboree
I look back now at the discussion we had in the Barlow’s office before our respective May trips. As we determined who was taking which Jeep where, I smugly stated “I’m going to Big Bear where they don’t have any big rocks--I’ll take Alex.” I would come to regret those words. Alex is currently a stock tan 2011 JK Rubicon who would earn the name … [Read more...]
Expedition Portal Announces 2011 Overland Rallies
Expedition Portal, the international community of adventurers and overland travellers, has announced the details of their 2011 regional Overland Rally series. … [Read more...]
Driving Skills: Left Foot Braking
Left-foot braking is the act of using your left foot on the brake pedal, while simultaneously using your right foot on the throttle. Left-foot braking is a finesse skill to use in four-wheeling, specifically in 4wd low range circumstances and especially if you drive an automatic transmission. … [Read more...]