Why I Don't Use Traction Boards Overlanding -- Or, Why I Didn't Want to Use Them on This Trip

[@scottalpine]

It’s a good thing you were able to drive away after tangling with that iceberg. You’re a true hero for demonstrating it’s dangerous nature and since it has been removed you have no doubt save many a traveler countless hours of long recoveries and many tears of frustration.

[@OverlandPNW]

You sir truly understood the grave danger I found myself in. Loved this comment ha ha!

[@scottalpine]

@@OverlandPNW thanks. :)

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Keep it up and Jon’s head won’t fit in his rig 😏

[@scottalpine]

@@aired-downoverland9239 that’s the master plan.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@TrailTape]

"You can't park there!" killed me I love your ability to take "my brother and I make fun of each other" and spin it into being "a profound human accomplishment". It always looks like y'all have a blast together!

[@OverlandPNW]

When I am editing video, I find this kind of candid footage hilarious. I like the trail obstacle and overlanding gear too but for some reason this kind of goofball stuff always leaves me laughing.

[@aired-downoverland9239]

If you consider the fact we can poke fun at each other without ego or anger, it’s a profound human accomplishment 😄

[@TrailTape]

@@aired-downoverland9239 Who needs anger when you have bear spray?

[@aired-downoverland9239]

@@TrailTape Truth!!!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@flyfishhunter]

Always comforting to know your buddies have your back and will do whatever it takes to help a bro out! lol!! 😂😂

[@OverlandPNW]

You got that right ha ha!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@JMRobins1]

The traction board situation is exactly why all locks get taken off the vehicle while airing down at the beginning of the trip. If I don't have a key, it gets cut right away. I also won't use wheel locks. I try to reduce the number of things that can complicate a recovery or fix. I've seen this happen way too often.

[@OverlandPNW]

That's a great rule and one that will be immediately implemented in our group!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@offroadmisfits]

Defo 👍 one of our group had locking wheel nuts and we realized just before leaving civilization in northern Nevada heading into Oregon.. we managed to grab a set in Elko and he got a puncture the next day! Could have been interesting 🤔

[@Nadirthebottomrock]

Oh man, I just came across your channel, and it's great! Y'all's humor is right up my alley. I'll subscribe for sure. Nice 4runner dude!

[@OverlandPNW]

Big thanks for that comment!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Jon, I’m pretty sure he was referring to my 4Runner 😂

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@cmllukens]

Man this is the best. I'm dying with overload of tears. Please keep up the outdoor adventures for our benefit. Thanks Guys. Well done!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Thanks for the great comment. It’s great to hear our fun creates laughs for others.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@saclett]

This is Truly the BEST video I’ve seen in a long time. You all remind me of my Dad and his brothers when we’d all get together to hangout.

[@OverlandPNW]

Big thanks for that comment! We definitely have a good time when get together!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@AZOverland2017]

Love it! I'm definitely interested in seeing more of your campsite setups

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@LukaEsenko]

You guys are awesome! Experienced offroaders sharing your knowledge in a hilarious way! Love it.

[@OverlandPNW]

Thanks! Love what you do on your channel. I used to do a lot of landscape photography and in my younger days a lot of mountaineering. I subscribed and will very much enjoy watching what you create!

[@LukaEsenko]

@@OverlandPNW Thank you so much! I subscribed as well - new to offroading and I am learning a ton, having fun watching you guys...

[@TrailNewbie]

I think this is is my favorite video you’ve ever done. Literal LOLing here. So funny. 😂👏🏼

[@aired-downoverland9239]

We’re never sure if people will like the video or not, so, we just keep having fun while recording it and all our shenanigans 😄. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@OverlandPNW]

Big thanks for that comment!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@winner7592]

Au revoir! Amazing stuff! I'm excited for you! Feels good today. Wowing compilation. nice follow up

[@danhiggins8733]

LOL! 🤣 I don't know why I would ever watch a comedy show on TV. I can just watch your videos and get a whole week's worth of laughter! Thought I must admit that I never thought of putting the combo to my Matrax lock in my Passwords app. Pro tip!

[@OverlandPNW]

Well, the funny thing is...when I sat down to edit the video, I was planning on showing some obstacles that we tackled but I saw this footage and I laughed so hard I decided to make a stand alone video. Half the stuff those guys do and say, I never see or hear until I watch the all the raw footage.

[@aired-downoverland9239]

It makes us laugh filming situations like this, so happy to hear others enjoy it too. 👍🏻

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@WayNorthDrones]

Looks like a great area to explore and fly the drone. Thank you for sharing, and have a great week!

[@OverlandPNW]

Yes, it is definitely a great area for drone flights!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@adventuretrails1ato]

I have taken my floor mats ou,t and put them under the tires in mud and it works. This was in the early 90s when I was 16. There were no maxtrax etc.

[@OverlandPNW]

Oh man, I wish I had though of trying the floor mats before pulling off the maxtrax. That would have been a nice add to this video ha ha! And yeah, floor matts work!

[@NorthwestBronco]

Great video guys! Enjoyed the video!

[@OverlandPNW]

Thanks! Loved your Mountain House video!

[@plorks445]

Very entertaining video! I just went into the snow for the first time in my suv. Spent 3 hours messing with traction boards and got stuck twice till I put chains on and drove out like the snow and ice wasn't there. I didn't have snow rated tires on.

[@OverlandPNW]

Chains for the win!

[@mikeoverlanding]

Glad your max trax worked! Ice knows no friend. I got stuck in snow with my Jeep Gladiator in Minnesota this weekend and had to be winched out. Plan on uploading the video this weekend. Didn’t have my max trax with me but they wouldn’t have helped in my situation. Nor would a front bumper winch. Great job and keep the sense of humor!😂

[@OverlandPNW]

"Ice knows no friend." So true! I'm going to have to use that line myself ha ha!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Mike, I could easily have winched him out, but big brothers can’t be filmed being recovered by younger brothers 😆

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@mtnmnchronicles]

I love the banter with you and your family. It reminds me so much of my brothers and I. I always get a chuckle out of your videos.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@stephenanderson5630]

You can’t laugh and make fun of the sticks idea… but yea I have had to do this and it worked!! My family and I got two vehicles stuck pulling off the off the road, idiotically, into a muddy area while it was raining. Me and my brother stood there in the rain for a bit trying to figure out what to do. We were not in built rigs, had absolutely no gear, or experience, so I came up with a genius idea to gather sticks and brush from the surrounding bushes and plants.. and I do mean sticks not branches or logs. Put them around all the tires and we got two totally unequipped vehicles out of spinning mud. So yes it is possible, could help in a pinch.

[@OverlandPNW]

That's a great story!!

[@MudducksTouringAustralia]

That is sooo funny mate. I guess they know you couldn't remember the combination now lol. Cheers Steve

[@OverlandPNW]

I solved the lock combination problem by getting one of those locks that learn the key to your car. No more combinations to forget ha ha!

[@DownSouth_Adventures]

This was a phenomenally funny video guys!

[@teotwaki]

Thank you for the entertaining video! Great video editing and great storytelling too.

[@Colorado4x4]

😂😂😂 great video. Has me cracking up. I love the sneakers in the snow too. Reminds me of myself. 😂

[@adventurelifesam9357]

Proper footwear shows up in part 2 😂

[@christopherwhyte2360]

Love the humor. Sometimes locks and security are overrated 😊

[@buffalo2nite]

This was the best episode EVER!!

[@OneFlewOver1776]

You guys crack me up...nice job..

[@Dthebeatsmith]

Just had my first stuck-in-snow experience in my 4Runner and my traction boards saved the day. They were worth every dollar I paid for them.

[@imzackson]

great video!!!!

[@RevN3]

Great video as always! Looking forward to the next one!

[@OverlandPNW]

When I am editing video, I find this kind of candid footage hilarious. I like the trail obstacle and overlanding gear too but for some reason this kind of goofball stuff always leaves me laughing.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@jwmmitch]

Haha! The explaination about that one piece of ice reminds me of the wild explanations i come up with of why my crazy ideas should work while playing D&D

[@OverlandPNW]

Ya gotta have a good explanation...that goes without saying ha ha!!!

[@AramatOverlanding]

Ok, just have to say, pretty funny predicament! Haven't laughed like that for a while!

[@ekspatvos6264]

Loved the video 😂 (and the stall tactic)

[@fj9460-lr]

Scott said it all, give our hero a hardy round of -- laughter 😅

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@bgt595]

Another great video....There might have been a bit of do as I say not as I do.

[@OverlandPNW]

My brother has mastered the art of innocently making suggestions that actually get you more stuck ha ha! But, its all in good fun. When things get serious, when get serious too.

[@04JALD]

Loving your videos. Thank you

[@EatCarbs]

Thanks for the video

[@flyersfan4558]

Not only a Classic, but it’s a classic Classic!!! Strategic trajectory parking! Beauty!!!

[@99dferrell]

You guys are hysterical. Thanks for the laugh!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Happy to hear our fun can be enjoyed by others.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@butchpalmer1860]

I’m a Jeep guy but definitely love your videos ( my wife wants me to sell my 2015 Jk for a 4Runner). Not saying that’s going to happen yet but if it does I’m storing up build info from your videos, Thanks and keep the videos coming.

[@OverlandPNW]

My son has a Toyota Tacoma and his wife has a Jeep. So, far it has not caused any major issues in the marriage ha ha! So one of each might be a good idea!

[@robbergstrom943]

Hilarious session. I have a brother I can’t bear to hear suggestions from as well. He’s more than often right. Next time bring a bolt cutter.

[@OverlandPNW]

When I am editing video, I find this kind of candid footage hilarious. I like the trail obstacle and overlanding gear too but for some reason this kind of goofball stuff always leaves me laughing.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@aarongonzalez787]

This whole video was too funny 😂😂

[@BucksBe]

You guys are great!! It must be such a joy to have that hobby with your brother and son. Looking forward to watching more adventures

[@OverlandPNW]

Thanks! Yes, it is definitely a ton of fun to have both my brother and son live close by to share adventures and laughs!

[@stevefoster61]

This is GOLD!!

[@OverlandPNW]

Ha ha thanks so much man!

[@Lammasu1]

Great video and great fun. However, I am wondering why don't you use snow chains?

[@OverlandPNW]

One of the guys in our group uses chains. I seldom do. Probably should of in this situation ha ha.

[@ConfusedGeriatric]

Great banter, you guys should come down here for a trip you’d fit right in!! Greetings from Aus 🇦🇺👌

[@OverlandPNW]

A trip down is on the bucket list!

[@ConfusedGeriatric]

@@OverlandPNW love to hear that 😁 would highly highly recommend Western Australia. Lots of 4WD KZbinrs there too if you guys need a convoy 🤙

[@JG-kb6pz]

Doesn’t anyone use studded tires anymore?

[@OverlandPNW]

You sure don't see them as much as you used to. Seems like they'd be great on roads like this.

[@Western-Wild]

I take it you had the rear locker or ATRAC on? Assuming that since one board per axel rarely works out with open diffs. Also looks like our backyard! Those roads sure do get supper slick... and we're very familiar with how playful the back end of the 4runner can get 😆

[@OverlandPNW]

Yes, indeed that is your backyard! I had my back locker on and also my front locker (ARB air locker). You have a great eye for detail. Most people would not have notice the 1 board per axle and thought about open diffs. Loved your Casey LaDelle video!

[@Western-Wild]

@@OverlandPNW I'm sure being triple locked gives you a lot of options. Our Tundra is still open front and rear, we discovered pretty quickly that the cross-axle approach doesn't work. Glad you enjoyed the Casey video, and looking forward to seeing more of our favorite camping area in your next episode ;)

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@pn312]

For a moment there I thought I saw Rose tell Jack “I’ll never let you go!” from the size of that iceberg you hit on that road!😂 I was waiting to see if your brother was as going to “help” you by breaking out a recliner and some popcorn!

[@jsoverland]

LOL! Man you forgot combination! Kinetic Rope! We make them... Glad you guys have a blast together!

[@OverlandPNW]

Oh they both had kinetic ropes. That kinda makes it even worse ha ha! The funny thing is...when I sat down to edit the video, I was planning on showing some obstacles that we tackled but I saw this footage and I laughed so hard I decided to make a stand alone video. Half the stuff those guys do and say, I never see or hear until I watch the all the raw footage.

[@jsoverland]

@@OverlandPNW 🤣🤣 So cool! Yeah the video turned out super funny! Man It's good to see people not stressed out during a stressful situation.

[@aired-downoverland9239]

We actually, in all seriousness, love getting stuck and practicing the use of different recovery tools and techniques.

[@jsoverland]

@@aired-downoverland9239 Nice!

[@TheUnexpectedOffRoad]

That's some good entertainment!!! Damit I hate remembering passwords and lock codes!!

[@jean-yveswatts5048]

These guys have a great sense of humour

[@JavierPadron]

Think this was a tire choice tire traction problem for him. But good recovery and grest fun with your crew .. 😎👍🏽

[@OverlandPNW]

Could be. I run BF Goodrich K02s.

[@JavierPadron]

Nice I run BFG Ko2's on my 2003 Silverado overland truck. But just tried out MT Baja Boss AT and they are impressive tires. Got them on my 2015 Duramax and got 65k on them best tires ever owned

[@AllThingsOverlanding]

Love then”you can’t park there” reference, 😂.

[@enjoytheridedude]

That road looks fun!!!

[@OverlandPNW]

I totally agree! Loved the part in your last video of the evening drive with the lights on. I like cruising the trails later in the day.

[@enjoytheridedude]

@@OverlandPNW thank you! I got lucky the timing and caught the sunset.

[@dancronin5513]

the people should look at yak trak products for their feet on the ice. works great and does not need to be "locked" up due to the small size.... great video....

[@Chris-ut6eq]

Masterful show of redirecting the teasing. At least they will never know your secret. So how many jokes are you now getting about lock combinations?

[@OverlandPNW]

Yes, there have been a few jokes about lock combos ha ha!

[@Spuki2k]

Look up a video on how to get into those locks, I’ve never remembered a combination for ours because they’re extremely easy to crack.

[@NasTimeAdventures]

You guys are a classic. Thanks for the laugh. Oh yes, and I have now entered my number in my phone too. 😂

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Thanks. I think when our mom watches these videos she wonders where she went wrong 😄

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

Brotherly love 😁

[@mikewinner1658]

Nice tennis shoes for winter travel.

[@adventurelifesam9357]

Proper footwear shows up in part 2 😂

[@NotLost]

laughed out loud so many times!!! great vid! ...i'm getting boards, lol

[@mercurials54]

Hope my younger brother tags along this summer exploring the backcountry, his baby boy is 3 now and time to learn some survival skills 😆

[@OverlandPNW]

Three years old...that's the perfect age to start ha ha!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@thedealer799]

Getting stuck in snow and what to do: Your moving along, tires start to slip, you lose momentum until it stops you. Let off the gas immediately when you feel sinking instead of forward motion. Now usually you can reverse at this point but if you didn't stop acceleration in time you may find yourself bogged. DO NOT SPIN YOUR TIRES. Survey the situation from outside. Use a shovel to clear from infront of behind your tires. You want to clear any humps in front of the tires in the direction you would like to go. If bottomed out on frame clear snow as needed. Vehicle should move on its own. Now for the traction boards. Notice we didn't use them but they do have a place. Say if you were perpendicular to some big icy ruts and you didn't want to waste time digging. Fit a trac board in-between the tire and the rut to climb up it no problem. They're also good for filling really washed or deep voids. If you know a section of track will give you hassle. Try laying some traction boards out to help make it through. My .02. Imo shovel is #1 solo recovery tool.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@hfk1001]

Great video. Looks like you have lockers front and back. Is that correct?

[@OverlandPNW]

You must have notice that I laid down the traction boards cross axle! Good eye for detail. Yes, I have the ARB air locker on the front axle. I had it installed when I had 4:88 gears installed.

[@jorgelineiro3342]

es verdad que allá en EEUU están prohibidas las cadenas para nieve ??

[@RandomeXits]

OMG. SOOOO FUNNY. AND TRUE. LOVE IT !!!!

[@ok2x]

What shovel is that ? Looks very nice.

[@OverlandPNW]

That shovel is just an Ace Hardware shovel. The blade cover I took off of my Krazy Beaver shovel.

[@leskobrandon538]

The best thing to use under the tire on ice is ashes from a fire... Works every time, you should do a video on that...I save my ashes in a coffee can for such a use...

[@fabienpics]

Hi, I m from Canada Qc, and the winter is hard here.....i never use padlock during winter... even if you have the key or the combination... everything frozen... .... with key you can use some small torche... but ...... I know is not safe if your in area like town or some place with few different people but... when you go for day trip with friends... I think is better to take of the padlock. But this is my thinking.... is not the same for everyone.

[@OverlandPNW]

That's a great suggestion. Just take the lock off on a day that you are going to hit the trails!

[@laszlocsorba5753]

What type of tires did you use?

[@OverlandPNW]

I have BF Goodrich KO2 tires on my 4Runner. Cheers!

[@timjchick]

Get a BOLT brand cable lock for your Max Trax. The lock learns your vehicle ignition key to unlock it so you’ll always have the key for it and you won’t need to try remembering a combination anymore.

[@OverlandPNW]

Big thanks for the tip! Just order one from Amazon. Problem solved ha ha! Looked like a fun day you had on the Apalachicola National Forest Trail. I left a comment and subbed.

[@timjchick]

@@OverlandPNW I have one of their cable locks, a trailer hitch lock and a couple of their padlocks. It’s great not adding extra keys to my key ring for all of them.

[@timjchick]

@@OverlandPNW the Apalachicola ride was an exploration ride. We were trying to find a route through the forest from one city to another. We found a route and drove 90 miles through the forest to get there. It was a fun ride.

[@Flash1857]

Yep, got one

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@568843daw]

This is why I always take lock loppers. Invariably, I will have forgotten a lock combo or the key is someplace, but probably at home on the kitchen table. 😅😂😵‍💫

[@allentisthammer4763]

I know about forgetting combos, that's why all of my locks are keyed. The trick is bring the keys with you when wheeling! Yep that's a note to self! My son is still laughing!

[@OverlandPNW]

Oh man...there must be one heck of a good story behind that comment ha ha!

[@allentisthammer4763]

Framed out sand mountain Hurricane Utah. Had to cut the locks and just like you I must have made a dozen trips around and into the truck looking for the keys. 2wk later found them in the fold of the seat cover. Passenger side where my son was sitting! Yep he's still laughing!

[@eluv201]

I seriously need to invest in traction boards 🤙🏼

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@eluv201]

@@ottouring thanks

[@onthefly4711]

Thank you for this fantastic video! I´m thinking about buying some boards for my Hilux. Unfortunately we don´t have much snow here. And usually I don´t do offroading. And if the streets here are icy, it takes only an hour until they are full of salt und warning lights. Maybe I shoud only buy the lock and put it around my airline rail.

[@adventurelifesam9357]

That road was incredibly slippery. Good times!

[@OverlandPNW]

Yeah, you almost slipped just walking on it.

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Slippery, yet two of three had no problem navigating them 😮

[@WW-wf8tu]

I have never used such devices. However, decades ago, I was in a situation where a cousin used his home made version of traction boards that worked like a charm. (the only time I did not have my own recovery gear) In this situation, I would have opted for a Hi-Lift jack and strap to the trees behind you. Or come along winch. (since the others were clearly being obtuse) After recovery, I would have driven in the opposite direction leaving them to fend for themselves. ;)

[@OverlandPNW]

I have a come along but usually don't take it when I with a group of "helpful" people. I might just start taking always ha ha!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

CLEARLY you have been swayed by my brothers clever editing 😏. If I had spun out, Jon would have filmed every detail of my self extraction…from his warm vehicle! 😆

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@FreeSpiritsDubai]

Lol! 'Simulation' part 😂

[@TheGrumpyGobbler]

So nice when you have helpful people surrounding you.

[@OverlandPNW]

Well they definitely help keep the laughs going, that's for sure. And they do help me get a daily workout in. Hmmm, oh and Steve did make that suggestion at the end on where to put the Maxtrax. But, a tow rope would have been nice ha ha!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

All I can say is “clever editing” by my brother 😂

[@TheGrumpyGobbler]

@@aired-downoverland9239 🤣

[@johnmadsen37]

Yes, the front tire tracks perfectly perpendicular is definitely not on purpose.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@wyomingjeepers]

I would have worked another hour or two just to not have to take advice from my brother and let him be right!!! Looks like fun. 🙂

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Given a second chance I think he would do the same 😆

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@AuthorMelissaCook]

@@ottouring You have a great rig and plenty of shows out there! Nice job. I subscribed to your show. Thanks for checking us out and leaving a comment.

[@RandomeXits]

Bet you all are a blast to weel with.

[@brotherheed00]

Looks like the trout lake area. ??

[@markcarter4148]

Where did you get the shovel with the sheath/cover?

[@OverlandPNW]

The shovel sheath/cover came with a different shovel I have called the Krazy Beaver Shovel. I bet they sell the sheath separately on their website.

[@YouTubeMaster1611]

What snorkel is that?

[@OverlandPNW]

It is the ARB Safari Snorkel with a SY-KLONE Model 9001 top on it. Cheers!

[@YouTubeMaster1611]

@@OverlandPNW I asked because I didn’t see the “safari” on it.

[@Desert10075]

You guys are hilarious. Leave the traction boards inside. As a teen I would take my 68 positrack elcamino to drive around in desert conditions. When I got stuck I used a 6 foot two by 12. I'd jack up the rig, no high lift needed, but I had a good 2x6 under the jack about three feet long so it wouldn't sink the jack in the sand. Then Id put the long 2x12 under the tire, lower the rig onto the board and drive right off, then id need to be on ground where I could lose momentum by stopping, and I'd run back and pick up the boards toss them in the bed and head out.

[@OverlandPNW]

Love the 2x12 story! The stuff we did in 4x4s when we were teens....someone should write a book!

[@1784werewolf]

Look at the guys sprinting to help me😀 Like a F1 pit crew 😀

[@Tomalexi]

What are your preferred resources for finding dispersed camping spots? Just got into some light overlanding last year and looking forward to this summer!

[@Western-Wild]

Gaia is the best mapping app right now. I usually flip back and forth between a high res satellite layer and the best available topo map for the area (usually USFS 2016 when in National Forests). Look for roads that intersect with creeks, lakes and viewpoints on the topo map, then switch to satellite to search for open areas with evidence that there is a campsite (fire rings and vehicles mostly). Mark a few options down before your trip since some of them might not be real sites, or may already be occupied.

[@OverlandPNW]

It has really just been a process of exploration for us. On all our trips, we try to get off the main corridor forest service roads. We look for spur roads and explore them. Some times it is just a dead end. Other times we fine a spectacular camp spot. We use Gaia or OnX maps to get a rough idea of what might be there. This can be time intensive. So, another good way is to go to some of the meet-and-greets that the local overlanding shops do. You can get connected with people and do some group outings and find some spots that way.

[@aired-downoverland9239]

Jon is spot on. I think we’ve found 99% of our favorite spots just by exploring areas we like, our around lakes and river. We’ve had some pretty rough sites too, usually because we’re trying to find a spot in the dark.

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@sdgupt]

So rear locker was engaged to get power to the maxtrax, otherwise both maxtrax needed in the back

[@OverlandPNW]

Yes, correct and good observation!

[@maxdexpeditions]

You can’t park there! 🤣 classic

[@Pamela_PNW]

Camping; RTT or Tent? I have been using a T3 Gazelle for the last year…and in some ways I love it, but now find myself leaning towards a RTT. What do you guys think?

[@OverlandPNW]

I'm a big RTT fan. My brother Steve has the Gazelle and loves it. There are pros and cons to both. It really is a personal preference and price thing. The RTT raises your center of gravity. That's not a big deal unless you are doing very serious obstacles. I like being off the ground. We had a bear in camp one night that stood on its hind legs on our rigs (I was with another guy that had an RTT). The bear left scratches on both rigs. It may or may not have bothered us in ground tents. We'll never know. I'll let my brother chime in on his thoughts on ground tents.

[@aired-downoverland9239]

The question of the decade. As Jon stated, he’s an RTT fan, while I’m pro ground. They both have a list of pros and cons. Perhaps a future video should include why we each prefer our setup???

[@Pamela_PNW]

I am thinking a RTT vs. Tent/Gazelle video prós/cons while you guys are on a camping trip would be great!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

@@Pamela_PNW I agree and will try and make that happen

[@Pamela_PNW]

I did two big solo multi-week trips last year.. Cape Flattery WA to Puerto Peñasco Mexico and a ID, MT, NM, CO, UT loop… pretty much moved every night to a new location.. camp set up and break down every day started to wear me down… wind, rain, hail, snow.. you name it… I am looking to head out again and fine tuning my set up… asking myself would a RTT and a Goose Gear drawer system save me time at the beginning and end of each day?

[@Aceinfinity-le8zc]

Do you not have lockers ?

[@OverlandPNW]

Yes, I have lockers and was using them. It was just a super slippery spot.

[@Aceinfinity-le8zc]

@ dang. That’s wild

[@charlesl5226]

What is that mount for your maxtrax you have? Also what is that mount for your friends rota pack/ propane bottle?

[@OverlandPNW]

My Maxtrax mount is called a "Maxtrax Rear Wheel Harness" and it is available on the Maxtrax website and other online stores. My friends mounts are DIY. He has a fabrication shop. He's helped me with a few things. For example, my swing out has a shovel mount on it that he welded to it. Nice to have friends with shops!

[@lylemacdonald6672]

On such ice I have done a complete 180° with my 1st gen Tundra while towing a utility trailer all accomplished with zero input from gas/brakes/or steering. It is like the truck is possessed and spinning on an invisible pole stuffed upright in the middle of the rig. Lots of opportunity for good natured ribbing. Regards.🇨🇦

[@OverlandPNW]

I know what you mean...sometime the ice decides where you are going and you have no say in the matter!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@tillerjets]

Combo locks are very easy to pick. Watch a quick video and try it a few times. You’ll question the security of them.

[@OverlandPNW]

So true!

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@HotSizzleTV_]

Are you guys local to Seattle wa I am new to this world of overlanding. I plan to buy the redesign 4Runner

[@OverlandPNW]

That will be a great 4Runner! But nope, we are not local to Seattle.

[@brianhawk1854]

Boot chains would keep u possible back or hip injury

[@jeremiahrojas1368]

Hey I know this video is a little old but what bracket do you have holding the traction boards?

[@OverlandPNW]

The traction board holder is called a MAXTRAX Rear Wheel Harness. I Googled it and it came up on BackCountry. So, they are sill made and sold.

[@grandeoverland6787]

With that trail, it looks like you guys are auditioning for a place on ice road truckers. I have a very similar lock for my recovery boards, and I've had a fear of not being able to get the cable lock off. So I switched over to a key lock, which means I will just end up losing that.

[@OverlandPNW]

Totally agree...that road would be perfect for Ice Road Truckers ha ha! I always carry bolt cutters just in case!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

I just tell my wife the combo and let her know if I can’t open the lock I’ll have to cut it, and that will cost money; she never forgets when money is involved. 😄

[@grandeoverland6787]

@@aired-downoverland9239 That might be the most genius off-roading life hack I've ever heard!

[@aired-downoverland9239]

@@grandeoverland6787 It’s a survival strategy 😄

[@ottouring]

Hi fro Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like to look at my set up, some Australian locations and camp cook ups 😋 Cheers and safe travels Out There Touring 🇦🇺

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

I hate when I get driversidus. Good fun! LOLl All the family love.

[@OverlandPNW]

Yeah, that driversidus is bad. They need to set up a foundation and try to find a cure!

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

@@OverlandPNW 😂