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Before heading out on the trails for an offroad adventure it's important to air down your tires to achieve maximum traction. Before hitting the trails at SMORR (Southern Missouri Off Road Ranch) Scott Carline demonstrates one way to quickly and efficiently air down your rig's tires when it is equipped with the TeraFlex Nomad Air Deflator, as well as highlights some key features of the Teraflex Nomad Wheels! View the full article

Introduction If you're the type of person who enjoys a good off-road adventure, you may have considered purchasing a lift kit for your Toyota Tundra. A lift kit will make it easier to tackle any terrain and usually doesn't take long to install once you order it online. You'll be able to see what's under your truck before you even leave home! Let's explore some of the different types of lifts that are available and how they work with your vehicle: Why Buy a Suspension Lift Kit? There are many benefits to purchasing a suspension lift kit. Many people choose to install a lift because they want to increase the height of their vehicle so that it can clear obstacles more easily, such as road debris and rocks. Not only will this make your ride safer when you're off-roading, but it will also increase your visibility on the road. Other reasons why people install lifts include performance enhancements (like better handling and larger tires), style improvements (like increased ground clearance), comfort improvements (by adding extra suspension travel), and even fuel economy gains by increasing tire size while maintaining your stock gear ratios. Know the Options Before you begin your vehicle lift kit installation, it's important to understand the different types of kits on the market and what each one does. If you're looking for a more off-road-friendly kit, you'll want to invest in one that provides higher ground clearance and better suspension. This can include any combination of springs, shocks and/or struts. If your goal is to have a truck that is capable of hauling heavy loads while still maneuvering well on city streets, then it would be wise to opt for a lift kit with plenty of articulation. This means having good suspension travel so that when the truck bounces over bumps or rocks (or even just going around corners), it doesn't bottom out by hitting its underside against these obstacles. Other factors that might influence which type of lift kit suits your needs include whether or not you will be doing any hardcore offroading—in which case there are some factors like durability and ease-of-use take precedence over others—or if this is simply something you want as an upgrade from stock because there's no other way around needing it due to having hitched up too many trailers at once! The Best Way to Install a Lift Kit in Michigan The best way to install a lift kit in Michigan is a shop like Expedition Vehicles Outfitters that takes all of your unique needs into account. There are many different options for doing this, but we recommend you start by making sure that the lift kit you’re considering is designed specifically for your vehicle. It should also be designed specifically for the type of driving you do, and whether it’s on-road or off-road. You should also choose a lift kit based on your budget—if money is no object, then go ahead and get whatever you want! You can increase the height of your Toyota Tundra to tackle any terrain. You can increase the height of your Toyota Tundra to tackle any terrain. With a lift kit, you can increase the suspension, clearance, ground clearance and off-road capabilities of your truck. You may also want to increase the on-road capabilities or load capacity by increasing tire size. Conclusion With our extensive experience in the industry and expert knowledge of lift kits, we are confident that we can help you make the right decision. We have a wide selection of high-quality lift kits available at competitive prices, so please stop by our shop today!

Chesapeake Breeze out of Reedville, VA On our latest adventure we made our way to the town of Reedville, Va where we boarded a ship, aptly named the Chesapeake Breeze, and traveled across the Chesapeake Bay to the little island of Tangier. Tangier is a special place that is chocked full of history, culture and a lot of character. Just talk to one of the residents and you’ll understand instantly what we mean. Pay particular attention to their accent or dialect, as you won’t hear anything like it anywhere else. The island was originally discovered and named in 1608 by Captain John Smith and has had a very interesting history to say the least. It’s first inhabitants were thought to be the Pocomoke Indians long before the first English settlers arrived in the 1770’s. It’s said that after a good series of gale force winds, stone arrow heads can still be readily found on the beaches of Tangier. Later during the war of 1812, the island was used as a staging area for the British Fleet and was the base of operations for their attacks against our fledgling nation. Most notably, the sieges against Washington and Baltimore were launched from here. Another interesting little fact is that the British siege against Fort McHenry in Baltimore Harbor was the very battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to write a little jingle called “The Star-Spangled Banner”, which was later adopted as our National Anthem in 1931. The community today is that of a sleepy little fishing village that springs to life every time a passenger ferry or tour boat enters port. The residents are quick to show up on their multi seater golf carts and offer guided tours of their unique community and share the rich history of this special island. Tourism is a vital part of the island’s economy, second only to the Waterman livelihood. So make sure you stop and visit the shops or one of the three restaurants on the island. Oh, and we highly recommend the crab cakes if you decide you want to taste the freshest seafood on the Chesapeake Bay! By the way, did I mention that the only way to and from the island is by boat or private aircraft? That’s right, because of how far the island is from the mainland, it’s considered to be isolated. So isolated in fact, that the mail and supplies to this small Virginia island actually come from Crisfield, Maryland, since it’s the closest locality to the island. Don’t let its remoteness deter you from visiting though, the natural beauty and history of this little island, not to mention the amazingly fresh seafood make this place worth a visit. If you’re considering a visit to Tangier, we recommend that you do it sooner than later as the island is at risk of disappearing due to the sea levels rising. I know, we’ve all heard about sea level rising, but has anyone actually noticed it? Well, lets put it this way. Since 1850 the landmass on Tangier has been reduced by 67%. The island is predicted to be completely underwater or at least uninhabitable by no later than 2051, if the sea level continues to rise at its current rate. Pretty crazy, isn’t it. View the full article

Before heading out on the trails for an offroad adventure it's important to air down your tires to achieve maximum traction. Before hitting the trails at SMORR (Southern Missouri Off Road Ranch) Scott Carline demonstrates one way to quickly and efficiently air down your rig's tires using the ARB Quick Deflator! View the full article

PTL's Daisy Jade is talking with Greensburg native Vinnie Luhovey, who is back in town this weekend to compete in the 2022 High Point National! View the full article

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When traveling to certain areas of the U.S., you’re bound to encounter at least one area that does not have any public land or dispersed camping options available. Crazy, I know. But this is more common than you might think. Take the East Coast for example. There’s plenty of places to explore and dispersed camping is readily available in the National Forrest of the Appalachian Mountains, but what if you wanted to get closer to the coast? Maybe you want to explore regions of New England, Maryland or even further south into the Carolina’s and Florida. Some of these areas are difficult to locate any public land in which you’re allowed to camp, let alone dispersed options. The go to in these areas has pretty much been limited to hotels, campgrounds (seasonal), or Walmart parking lots. The later only really works if you’re self contained in a van or some sort of camper. Lately though, there as been another option that is starting to gather popularity. App based campsites. You can find these options through member services such as Harvest Hosts, Boondockers, and the like. The major draw back to these services are they are typically limited to actual hard sided campers, so no rooftop tents or pop up campers, and they are membership based. The one other caveat is neither really offer a dispersed option where you can be off on your own. With Boondockers you’re either camping in someone’s driveway or in front of their house and with Harvest Host it’s typically some sort of business that’s offering camping in exchange for you visiting their store/facility and potentially spending some money. Neither are bad options at all. But lately there has been another App based service that is skyrocketing in popularity, Hipcamp. This service is more like an AirBNB for campers. In the app, you can filter based on location, availability and amenities, scroll through pictures and reviews of the campsites and even book/pay right through the app. The best part is there is no annual subscription and each campsite has the price listed in the description. Full disclosure, we’ve only used Hipcamp a couple of times ourselves. Our experiences were both great and mediocre. The great one being a dispersed campsite on private land inside a national wildlife refuge with firewood, fire ring, outdoor furniture, grill and even a composting privy at our disposal. The mediocre one was again on private property over on the side yard within eye shot of their home. It offered the same amenities as the other, but with the privy and a shower located in their detached garage. They also offer access to their pool, which was not yet open for the season. Both were gorgeous campsites, but we have to admit it was a little odd camping in someone’s yard, at least for us. We also knew, going into it that we were going to be staying near the house on the lawn. It was just our way of trying some of the different options out there that are listed on Hipcamp. Again, the really nice thing about Hipcamp is it acts just like an AirBNB rental. You pick your camp and once you book it, you’ll have the comfort of knowing that there will be no need to hunt for a site when you get there, nor will you have to worry about someone getting there before you. Just show up, setup and enjoy. There’s something to be said about the ease of that. So if you find yourself traveling through an area that may be difficult to find a campsite, or maybe you just don’t want the fuss of trying to track a campsite down due to time constraints. You may want to give Hipcamp a try. NOTE: This is not a paid post and we are in no way affiliated with Hipcamp. This is honestly our first impression of the service and will most likely not be our last interaction with it either. We truly see where this can and will be a valuable tool in our kit to locating campsites in the future. See the gallery below for photos of the aforementioned “Great Experience” campsite we enjoyed in Maryland. The link to this campsite is located here and the link to the video our YouTube channel is also located here. View the full article

One of the best parts about owning a Jeep or 4X4 is taking it out in the great outdoors with all your gear. Offroading and overlanding are fun ways to enjoy nature with your friends and family, but you should know a few things before heading out for summer 4×4 adventures. Gearing Up for the Adventure Take a look at your 4X4 or Jeep – you may already have what you need to get started. Other considerations include fuel economy and the reliability of your axles. You won’t have repair shops or gas stations when you’re 0verlanding offroading. Plan your trips accordingly to optimize fuel use and have a qualified 4×4 mechanic check your suspension before going off-grid. What Else Do I Need? You’ll need to stock up on supplies based on where you’re going and how long you’re staying out. Other gear you should have on hand includes a first aid kit, sleeping bags, water containers, and GPS devices. While this is by no means a comprehensive list, it’s a great starting point. Remember to adjust accordingly based on where you’re headed and how long you plan to be out camping. Ready to hit the wilderness with your Jeep or 4X4 and find some adventure this summer? Not all mechanics are experts in the upgrades it takes to get your vehicle ready. At Axleboy, we want every client to get the best customizations for their vehicle. We’re not your average shop. Instead of selling you anything and everything, we’ll ensure you only get upgrades that are truly important to you. Get in touch with our team today! The post Summer 4×4 Adventures appeared first on Axleboy Offroad - St Louis . View the full article

2022 High Point Northeast Amateur Regional Rider List View the full article