Author Archives: Dan Cole
Episode 17 – Interview with Matt Peterson from Fun Treks Guide books
To stream the audio for the show, you can click on the play button right here! [audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/the4x4podcast/Episode_17.mp3] On this episode of the podcast we interview Matt Peterson from Fun Treks guide books. We also talk about using the hi-lift jack as a first responder tool, the Jeep Liberty is getting the Pentastar motor, Mahindra is … Continue reading
VOTD – Expedition Portal Video Contest – Salem Jeepers Snow Run
Earlier this year I participated in a snow-less snow run but that doesn’t mean that there wasn’t snow somewhere. From the looks of this video, all my precious snow landed in Oregon instead! This is a long form video but its fun to watch! Now that its May, you can really enjoy the snow and … Continue reading
VOTD – Expedition Portal Video Contest – Those Left Behind
Tom Benitez has shared his adventure with a group of fellow offroaders that couldn’t make the trip from Northern California to Easter Jeep Safari. Tom’s video is not just entertaining because of the amazing NorCal scenery, but also because of his amazing ability to mix his videos with music. This video is definitely one of … Continue reading
VOTD – Expedition Portal Video Contest Entry Edition – Living Overland in New Zeland
This video was created by Beau Johnston, who was interviewed back on episode 14 about his trip to New Zealand. Beau had just recently returned from the trip at the time of the interview but now that he’s had a while he’s had a chance to finish up this video. Beau, thanks for sharing and … Continue reading
Adventure Outfitting for Kids
Wether you’re camping, 4wheeling or just out for a hike, with kids you’ve got to be prepared to keep them happy. If you focus some attention on the little one(a) comfort and happiness while on the trail, you’re in for a miserable experience. With that in mind, I’ve starting putting together a “Kid’s Survival Bag”. … Continue reading
VOTD – Expedition Portal Video Contest Entry Edition – John Bull Trail
The time to enter the video contest on Expedition Portal has closed but there is still plenty of time to view all the videos. Voting will be taking place soon to determine the winner but till then, let the anticipation grow and lets watch some great adventure videos! Over the next few days and weeks, … Continue reading
The Dutch Oven Revival
If you have never experienced a meal prepared using a Dutch oven or cast iron cookware, then you are missing out. Cast iron is heavy and bulky so it doesn’t lend itself well to backpacking but for an overland trip where you can afford some of the extra weight and space its a versatile tool … Continue reading
Being Prepared: Its not just for the Boy Scouts
Every time you head into the backcountry, you are assuming some risk to yourself and your vehicle and this is just for you and your family/friends to enjoy nature and have some fun. Of course no one plans on having an accident or breaking parts, but you should still be prepared for those other incidents … Continue reading
Mickey Thompson iPhone 4 & 4S case
As seen by the recent development of an Android app for The 4×4 Podcast, I don’t own an iPhone. But I know that many of you do and I want to make sure that you look good using it. And I’d love to see some of your photos from the trail so you’d better be … Continue reading
Episode 16 – Checking Out The CrewBed
To stream the audio for the show, you can click on the play button right here! [audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/the4x4podcast/Episode_16.mp3] On this episode of the podcast we interview Calvin Williams, the creator of the CrewBed which might solve your Jeep Wrangler storage problems. Also, we talk about who is the worst road trip partner, the Chinese copy … Continue reading
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