episodes
Episode 67 – #TBT Fun Treks Guide Books
On this episode of the podcast we interview Matt Peterson from Fun Treks guide books. Fun Treks actually drives all the trails, taking notes about the trails and the surroundings. The books are the primary source but when paired with the GPS tracks and waypoints the resource because something even better! Since we did this interview, … Continue reading
Episode 66 – Interview with Beth from Forbidden Jeeps
On this episode we get to bring you another interview that highlights why you might want to participate in a forum. Beth, from ForbiddenJeeps.com, tells us about how she got into using her Jeep for more than just driving to and from work. The personal connections that she’s made with people on the Forbidden Jeeps forum … Continue reading
Episode 65 – #TBT Teaching Your Spouse to Drive Offroad re-post
On this episode of the podcast I bring on my wife, Stefanie to talk about an article from Tom Severin over at 4x4training.com. We’re not doing an hangout this time but you can always check out The 4×4 Podcast on G+ or any other social networks using the links below. Also, you can support us … Continue reading
Episode 64 – Interivew with Doug from the Forbidden Jeeps Forum
On episode 64, I respond to some feedback from you guys in the audience, talk a bit more about picking a new adventure setup and talk with Doug “ForbiddenOne” from the ForbiddenJeeps.com Forum. Message from Colton Hi so im looking into offroading. not extreme rock crawling or anything like that but trails and a bit … Continue reading
Episode 63 – Inspiring Adventure Books
On a previous show I asked for some feedback on what books you recommend for inspiring someone to adventure. I’ve had to put my offroading adventures on hold for a bit, but I’m frequently thinking about all kinds of excitement around the world. I’ve recently finished Travels With Charley by John Steinbeck, started Drive Nacho … Continue reading
Episode 62 – Jeep Gladiator coming to market for 2015
Back in 2012, Jeep announced the J-12 concept truck. The concept added 18 inches to the length of the JK-8 conversion that already exists. The big announcement for today is that Jeep is actually going to make the concept but release it as the J-20 Jeep Gladiator for 2015. Unlike the recent revivals of past name … Continue reading
Episode 61 – David Boyd of Nissan Xterra Nation
On today’s podcast, I bring you an interview with David Boyd, who is the founder of the Nissan Xterra Nation Forum. We chat about the event held at Winrock offroading park as well as all things Nissan offroading related. I actually got the chance to meet David in person at his home and we shared some … Continue reading
The Dutch Oven Breakfast Bomb
With my wife having just given birth, I am attempting to be a good husband and try out some new dishes at the same time. A while back I discovered a recipe on Expedition Portal called The Breakfast Bomb (http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=101129) and I’ve been itching to try it out. So I planned things out and picked … Continue reading
Welcome CarterJames to The 4×4 Podcast Family
If you’ll indulge me for a bit, I’d like to introduce you to the newest member of my family – CarterJames, or CJ. CJ was born on 4 March at 8:31am. He weighs 8lbs, 7oz and is 20 inches long. Mama and CJ are both doing very well today and we should be heading home … Continue reading
Episode 60 – Ozark Overland Rally
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of following a couple of the guys participating in the Vermont Overland Trophy. If you’ve been paying attention to the offroading or overlanding world at all, you’ve heard many tales of adventure from the event. The one thing I was wished for was that the event could … Continue reading