<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>4X Overland Adventures’s Blog</title><description>Where the pavement ends your adventure begins! Overlanding trip reports, gear reviews, navigation tips, and off-grid trailer builds.</description><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com</link><item><title>Why We Still Recommend Trails Offroad in 2026</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/why-we-recommend-trails-offroad</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/why-we-recommend-trails-offroad</guid><description>After ten years, Trails Offroad has some of the best, most trustworthy trail data of any application. Here is what you get, what&apos;s new, and why it pairs so well with Gaia GPS or as a standalone navigation application.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Gaia GPS vs onX Offroad: Our 2026 Head-to-Head</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/gaia-gps-vs-onx-offroad-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/gaia-gps-vs-onx-offroad-2026</guid><description>It has been five years since our last full comparison and a lot has changed. onX Offroad finally added real route planning and turn-by-turn navigation, while Gaia GPS joined the Outside family. Here is where the two apps stand in 2026 — and which one we still reach for.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Travel Trailer Battery and Solar Upgrade</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/travel-trailer-battery-and-solar-upgrade</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/travel-trailer-battery-and-solar-upgrade</guid><description>LiFePo4 / Lithium Battery upgrade and solar modification: I knew that the factory roof top solar and deep cycle battery would not be sufficient for off grid camping. The trailer has been upgraded to…</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our new &quot;light&quot; Overland Trailer</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-new-light-overland-trailer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-new-light-overland-trailer</guid><description>Welcome to the family. Times change and needs change. We still LOVE our 2019 Off Grid Expedition 2.0 trailer but need a different setup for a few other ways we camp in life. We recently purchased a…</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Power Queen Lithium Ion Phosphate Battery Upgrade for Our Trailer</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/lithium-ion-phosphate-battery-upgrade-for-our-trailer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/lithium-ion-phosphate-battery-upgrade-for-our-trailer</guid><description>Big Upgrade and Diet for Our 2019 Off Grid Trailers Expedition Trailer - Updated: June 2024 After 3 years it was time to replace our factory deep cycle batteries. We had always considered upgrading…</description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chris talks everything Gaia GPS on the Gaia GPS Offroad Podcast</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/chris-talks-everything-gaia-gps-on-the-gaia-gps-offroad-podcast</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/chris-talks-everything-gaia-gps-on-the-gaia-gps-offroad-podcast</guid><description>Thanks to the Gaia GPS Offroad Podcast for allowing Chris to share his knowledge of all things Gaia. Chris along with Matt from Ozark Overland Adventures discuss what they love about Gaia GPS. Having…</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Gaia GPS vs OnX Offroad Review</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/gaia-gps-vs-onx-offroad-review</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/gaia-gps-vs-onx-offroad-review</guid><description>March 15th, 2021 (Updated 9/21/2021) Does the self-proclaimed “best offroad app” beat our favorite Gaia GPS? Sit back, relax, and start reading! Updated 9.21 - Gaia GPS Pricing - Updated 6.29 - OnX…</description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Inde Flate 4 Tire Inflate and Deflate System</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-inde-flate-4-tire-inflate-and-deflate-system</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-inde-flate-4-tire-inflate-and-deflate-system</guid><description>We review the Inde Flate 4 Tire Inflate and Deflate System We resisted buying this device. We don’t need that. How well could it actually work? After seeing others use this and watching a number of…</description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>DIY 4Runner Rear Platform</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/diy-4runner-rear-platform</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/diy-4runner-rear-platform</guid><description>DIY Rear Platform for Storage and Fridge Slide - Toyota 4Runner Our FJ Cruiser has a very basic flat platform in it for our fridge slide and tracks to secure cargo. For the 4Runner we decided we…</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Trails Offroad Now Offers Easy Integration with Gaia GPS</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/trails-offroad-offers-1-click-imports-to-gaia-gps</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/trails-offroad-offers-1-click-imports-to-gaia-gps</guid><description>Trails Offroad Now Offers Easy Integration with Gaia GPS. January 2021 - Trails Offroad, our favorite guide for offroad trails, now offers easy one-click integration with Gaia GPS! As you browse the…</description><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Quick Take - 4Runner Phone and Tablet Mounts by Tackform</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-4runner-phone-and-tablet-mounts</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-4runner-phone-and-tablet-mounts</guid><description>With the recent purchase of our 2021 4Runner, we needed a place to mount all of our electronic gadgets. A full build thread is in order but that probably won&apos;t happen until early 2021. It is more…</description><pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Adding a Straight Awning and Awning Room to Our Trailer</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/adding-a-straight-awning-and-awning-room-to-our-trailer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/adding-a-straight-awning-and-awning-room-to-our-trailer</guid><description>Updated on 8/13/2020 - Photos with the additional quick-release mounts added. Yet another modification to our trailer. Since we don&apos;t have an RTT on top this is another way to expand the footprint of…</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A comment about our reviews</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/a-comment-about-our-reviews</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/a-comment-about-our-reviews</guid><description>A random person we will call, Dan, because that is the name he used without legitimate contact information accused this site of being paid to write reviews. Specifically for Gaia GPS. We ARE NOT paid…</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Importance of Current Fire Information - Gaia GPS Map Layer</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/the-importance-of-current-fire-information-gaia-gps-map-layer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/the-importance-of-current-fire-information-gaia-gps-map-layer</guid><description>Gaia GPS offers the most map types and layers of any navigation app. Having a great topo map doesn&apos;t always show the full picture of where you are planning on traveling. If you are from out of state…</description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Western Trail — Utah Adventure Image Gallery</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/great-western-trail-image-gallery</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/great-western-trail-image-gallery</guid><description>A photo gallery from our Great Western Trail / Grand Staircase Utah overland adventure.</description><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Western Trail - Grand Staircase Trip Report Part I</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/great-western-trail-grand-staircase-trip-report-part-i</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/great-western-trail-grand-staircase-trip-report-part-i</guid><description>There are many iconic trails in the west. The Great Western Trail is one of the lesser-traveled routes. The GWT starts at the southern AZ border and extends all the way to the Canadian border. There…</description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our Gear List</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-camping-gear-list</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-camping-gear-list</guid><description>Over the past 9 11 years, we have tried and tested a wide variety of camping gear. This is a list of what we pack and bring on a regular basis. We believe in buying quality gear that will last for…</description><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>We Compare Gaia GPS to OnX Offroad and the Garmin Overlander GPS</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/we-compare-gaia-gps-to-onx-offroad-and-the-garmin-overlander-gps</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/we-compare-gaia-gps-to-onx-offroad-and-the-garmin-overlander-gps</guid><description>Here is our competitive analysis of Gaia GPS vs OnX Offroad and Gaia GPS vs the Garmin Overlander. After 7 years of use and comparing Gaia GPS to many competitors we still think Gaia GPS is the best…</description><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Goodbye CB, Hello GMRS!</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/goodbye-cb-hello-gmrs</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/goodbye-cb-hello-gmrs</guid><description>CB has long been a primary communication tool for offroad and overlanding groups. The proverbial \&quot;can you hear me\&quot; radio check works great with everyone grouped together. As soon as you hit the trail…</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Gaia GPS with Apple CarPlay Now Available</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/gaia-gps-with-apple-carplay-now-available</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/gaia-gps-with-apple-carplay-now-available</guid><description>Gaia GPS recently released an update to the app which provides support for Apple CarPlay! From Gaia GPS - \&quot;Today, we’re excited to deliver one of the most requested features yet — Apple CarPlay…</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Planning Trips With Gaia GPS</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/planning-trips-with-gaia-gps</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/planning-trips-with-gaia-gps</guid><description>We have been using Gaia GPS for over 7 years. While features have changed and the app constantly improves how we use it has not changed much in those 7 years. There are 5 primary ways we use Gaia…</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New and Improved Gaia GPS Topo Layer</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/new-and-improved-gaia-gps-topo-layer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/new-and-improved-gaia-gps-topo-layer</guid><description>The best navigation app keeps getting better! It&apos;s been a while since we have written about Gaia GPS. Our preferred mapping and navigation app just keeps getting better! We have used Gaia GPS for…</description><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>23ZERO Peregrine 270 Awning Review</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/23-zero-peregrine-270-awning-review</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/23-zero-peregrine-270-awning-review</guid><description>Why We Love Our 23ZERO Peregrine 270 Awning We have owned a competing brand 270 awning in the past and the Peregrine is much more durable. The newest model has 23ZERO&apos;s LST (Light Shielding…</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our Off Grid Trailer - How We Got Here - Part II in our Series</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-off-grid-trailer-how-we-got-here-part-ii-in-our-series</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-off-grid-trailer-how-we-got-here-part-ii-in-our-series</guid><description>A little back story to how we came to own our Off Grid Expedition 2.0 trailer. When I first started overlanding way back when in 2013 we began with a nice tent. I was convinced I would never need a…</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Quick Take: Trailer Style Pros and Cons</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-trailer-style-pros-and-cons</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-trailer-style-pros-and-cons</guid><description>Here&apos;s a quick list of all the trailers we have owned and the pros and cons for each from our current trailer to our first trailer. Off Grid Expedition 2.0 Squaredrop Trailer…</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our Off Grid Trailer DIY Modifications</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-off-grid-trailer-diy-modifications</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-off-grid-trailer-diy-modifications</guid><description>Our Off Grid Trailer Expedition 2.0 Modifications. Descriptions and links for each modification are listed. Part of the fun of getting a new trailer is making it your own. Here&apos;s what we have done so…</description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Let the Adventures Begin! Our New Off Grid Expedition 2.0 Trailer Part I</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/let-the-adventures-begin-our-new-off-grid-expedition-2-0-trailer-part-i</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/let-the-adventures-begin-our-new-off-grid-expedition-2-0-trailer-part-i</guid><description>Updated 1/12/2020 - Part II of our series is now online. We recently picked up our Off Grid Expedition 2.0 trailer in Lake Havasu City, AZ. It was delivered to Lead Dog Motorsports from Edmonton,…</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>We Are Joining the Off Grid Teardrop Trailer Family</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/we-are-joining-the-off-grid-teardrop-trailer-family</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/we-are-joining-the-off-grid-teardrop-trailer-family</guid><description>Since 2013 we have been very active in the overland community. It all started with the purchase of our 2011 FJ Cruiser. We have enjoyed thousands of miles of trails, many great adventures, a few…</description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Amazing Fireside Outdoor Pop-Up Fire Pit</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/low-smoke-amazing-fireside-outdoor-pop-up-firepit</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/low-smoke-amazing-fireside-outdoor-pop-up-firepit</guid><description>Here&apos;s another quick take post! Amongst my circle of camping and overlanding friends, I am known as the guy who hates fires. There are two main reasons. One I hate smoke! Two it really isn&apos;t the…</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>InReach Communications</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/inreach-communications</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/inreach-communications</guid><description>First and foremost the InReach is an amazing device. I have no regrets purchasing one or paying for the basic monthly plan. Here is an example of a friend contacting me in need of assistance with…</description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2019 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our Favorite Flashlights - Fenix Lights</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-favorite-flashlights-fenix-lights</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-favorite-flashlights-fenix-lights</guid><description>Essential lighting for the trail and campsite Just in time for the holidays! We have gone through many flashlights through the decades. The good news is they keep getting better. Our favorite brand…</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Quick Take - Dometic CFX-75DZW Fridge</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-dometic-cfx-75dzw-fridge</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-dometic-cfx-75dzw-fridge</guid><description>We decided to upgrade to a much larger fridge and just purchased a Dometic CFX-75DZW. We have owned an ARB 37 and Indel B 51 previously. This is a true dual zone fridge. Either side can be a freezer…</description><pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our VRV Flyer Modifications April 2018 Update</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-vrv-flyer-modifications-april-2018-update</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-vrv-flyer-modifications-april-2018-update</guid><description>FYI - We sold this trailer a couple of years ago. VRV is no longer in business. We cannot provide any additional advice on this trailer. Thanks! Here&apos;s an update with photos showing all the things we…</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Intro to our new upcoming series of articles</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/intro-to-our-new-upcoming-series-of-articles</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/intro-to-our-new-upcoming-series-of-articles</guid><description>Gear reviews, stuff we have used, stuff we have liked, and stuff we didn&apos;t like. That pretty much sums up the theme for these future articles. We have been camping since childhood and \&quot;overlanding\&quot;…</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Mar 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Quick Take Review - Costway Tabletop Water Heater</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-review-costway-tabletop-water-heater</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/quick-take-review-costway-tabletop-water-heater</guid><description>Updated: As of May 2020, this product is no longer available on Amazon. The closest comparable model would be from Mr. Heater: Mr. Heater Basecamp Battery Powered Shower Heater We were looking for a…</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our VRV Flyer Teardrop - Introduction</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/vrv-flyer-teardrop-introduction</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/vrv-flyer-teardrop-introduction</guid><description>FYI - We sold this trailer a couple of years ago. VRV is no longer in business. We cannot provide any additional advice on this trailer. Thanks! For several reasons, we decided to sell our Turtleback…</description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MVUM Map Layer Now Available in Gaia GPS Premium</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/mvum-map-layer-now-available-gaia-gps-premium</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/mvum-map-layer-now-available-gaia-gps-premium</guid><description>Great news the MVUM map layer is now available to all premium subscribers. It is available in the cloud application and the iOS and Android apps. MVUM maps are the \&quot;law of the land\&quot; when it comes to…</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jun 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A New Version of GAIA GPS has been released!</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/new-version-gaia-gps-released</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/new-version-gaia-gps-released</guid><description>A completely new version of Gaia GPS written from the ground up has been released for iOS. Additional map layers have been added for all pro users including the cloud site and Android. The biggest…</description><pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2017 Winter Fridge Shootout</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/2017-winter-fridge-shootout</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/2017-winter-fridge-shootout</guid><description>Dog not included - Pictured the Dometic CFX-65DZ, ARB 50, SnoMaster USA 60D, Indel B 51, and the ArkPak 715 we used to power and test each fridge with. Winter 2017 Fridge Shootout: By Christopher…</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2017 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How to Import Custom Maps into Gaia GPS</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/import-custom-maps-gaia-gps</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/import-custom-maps-gaia-gps</guid><description>Updated 12/2020 - Gaia GPS updated the custom map tool. The steps are essentially the same. This quick tutorial will show you how to install custom maps into Gaia GPS. While Gaia offers a wide…</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How to open Zip files on your iPad and iPhone</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/open-zip-files-ipad-iphone</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/open-zip-files-ipad-iphone</guid><description>Although this tutorial will work with any zip file it is focused on dealing with GPX tracks which you find online but are in the zip file format. We will also discuss how to open a GPX file someone…</description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Expedition One AZFJ.org Mod Party</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/expedition-one-azfj-org-mod-party</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/expedition-one-azfj-org-mod-party</guid><description>The weekend before our big trip to the Pacific Northwest we participated in a modification party hosted by Turtleback Trailers and AZFJ.org. At least 8 vehicles received modifications that day. A few…</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Summer Trek 2016</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/summer-trek-2016</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/summer-trek-2016</guid><description>It&apos;s far and probably too ambitious but here is the draft route for our BIG summer trek of 2016. The route takes us up to Plain, Wa for the Northwest Overland Rally and then to the following proposed…</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jun 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Our Navigation App of Choice - Gaia GPS</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/navigation-app-choice-gaia-gps</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/navigation-app-choice-gaia-gps</guid><description>Updated - March 2020 Thank you for reading This article is from 6 years ago! Gaia GPS is still our favorite navigation app. While this article gives a good general overview of the app it has been…</description><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Proud to announce Chris has joined the trailsoffroad team</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/proud-announce-chris-joined-trailsoffroad-team</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/proud-announce-chris-joined-trailsoffroad-team</guid><description>TrailsOffroad is a new site with the goal of being the best source for off-road trail information. It is supported by a large number of writers across the country who are committed to mapping out…</description><pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Look - Indel B 51 Fridge/Freezer</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/first-look-indel-b-51-fridgefreezer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/first-look-indel-b-51-fridgefreezer</guid><description>Recently I decided to upgrade my ARB 37 Quart fridge to an Indel B 51. The fridge was purchased through Equipt Expedition Outfitters. The goal was to get a bit more storage capacity while trying to…</description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A better way to secure your RTT</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/better-way-secure-rtt</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/better-way-secure-rtt</guid><description>A better way to secure your Roof Top Tent (RTT). I was tired of messing with the “green ropes” provided with my RTT. I just didn’t find them easy to use and they were a pain to roll up and store with…</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Trailer updated with a large CVT RTT</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/trailer-updated-large-cvt-rtt</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/trailer-updated-large-cvt-rtt</guid><description>I had the opportunity to do a nice upgrade to our off road trailer. I was able to sell my old TJM Yulara RTT to a neighbor so that meant and upgrade was in order. While it is the slow season for…</description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Storage Solutions</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/storage-solutions</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/storage-solutions</guid><description>Updated May 2020 - We are all about being organized. It makes trips more enjoyable and it makes last-minute getaways even easier. Knowing where your stuff is and that it is easily accessible is very…</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>USB Powered Rope Lighting</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/usb-powered-rope-lighting</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/usb-powered-rope-lighting</guid><description>Update: There is a new version of the Luminoodle on Kickstarter. The campaign ends soon. The new version has an on/off switch, there is a dimmer control, and now colors along with some other…</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Anatomy of a DIY Trailer - Part 1</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/anatomy-of-a-diy-trailer-part-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/anatomy-of-a-diy-trailer-part-1</guid><description>Before I even go into the details, brilliant ideas, dumb ideas, triumphs, mistakes and an occasional chair throwing there are 3 key ingredients to building a DIY trailer. 1. You have to be crazy…</description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Anatomy of a DIY Trailer - Part 2</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/anatomy-of-a-diy-trailer-part-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/anatomy-of-a-diy-trailer-part-2</guid><description>If you missed it part 1 is here. With Phase 1 of the Phase 1 build complete it was time to work on the interior structure of the trailer. The plan has to have storage in the front and storage along…</description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Anatomy of a DIY Trailer - Part 3</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/anatomy-of-a-diy-trailer-part-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/anatomy-of-a-diy-trailer-part-3</guid><description>Part 3 - The Home Stretch. The trailer was about ready to be skinned, doors, installed, kitchen installed, and testing on some local trails prior to the full big trip to Utah. The testing never…</description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Rescue Tape - A must have item in your gear box</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/rescue-tape-a-must-have-item-in-your-go-to-box</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/rescue-tape-a-must-have-item-in-your-go-to-box</guid><description>On our recent trip to the North Rim one of our fellow travelers had a water line leak on his trailer sink. A first glance we thought it was at the connecting point of the hose to the trailer…</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Overland Expo West 2015</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/overland-expo-west-2015</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/overland-expo-west-2015</guid><description>We will be attending this years Overland Expo in Flagstaff, AZ on May 16th-17th. You might see Chris in the Turtleback Trailers booth or just wandering around in a 4X Overland Adventures shirt…</description><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Adventure Alert! Oregon Border to Border and NW Overland Rally</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/adventure-alert-oregon-border-to-border-and-nw-overland-rally</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/adventure-alert-oregon-border-to-border-and-nw-overland-rally</guid><description>Plans still need to be finalized but we are working on a possible Oregon Border to Border run at the end of June. The start date would be June 20th from AZ with start and the actual route on the 21st…</description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utah Planning Update</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/utah-planning-update</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/utah-planning-update</guid><description>Many many hours go into the planning of all of our adventures so that you can simply show up and enjoy them! We are firming up possible locations for our final night of camping on the Utah Border to…</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2015 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utah 2015</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/yeehah-utah-2015</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/yeehah-utah-2015</guid><description>The dates have been set for Utah Border to Border 2015! May 24th-May 29th 2015! This is Memorial Day weekend so most should only have to take 4 days of PTO to do the run. May 23rd we will be meeting…</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2014 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>El Camino del Diablo - October 2014</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/el-camino-del-diablo-october-2014</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/el-camino-del-diablo-october-2014</guid><description>This is a closed event due to the limited number of vehicles allowed. Information for those that are participating is listed here. Attending: Meetup Location: TBD Itinerary: (Not…</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2014 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Planning tools and offline maps</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/planning-tools-and-offline-maps</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/planning-tools-and-offline-maps</guid><description>Just a quick post on what tools I use to plan events and create routes. On my Mac I use a tool called, ADZE, it is a great application and well worth the $20.00 to register. This app helps me…</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2014 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Life Remotely, A great overlanding blog.</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/life-remotely-a-great-overlanding-blog</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/life-remotely-a-great-overlanding-blog</guid><description>This is an amazing blog for those that are considering a lengthy Overlanding trek. The site talks about working remotely while on the road and just has tons of practical resources.…</description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>So many adventures which should we do?</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/so-many-adventures-which-should-we-do</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/so-many-adventures-which-should-we-do</guid><description>Time, money, and a few other things restrict ones ability to drive the earth. There are so many places to see and do in AZ and beyond. We are working on Utah 2015 along with some shorter \&quot;long…</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Planning for Utah 2015</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/planning-for-2015</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/planning-for-2015</guid><description>Plans are already underway for our next big expedition. Utah Border to Border. Since this is not in our backyard even greater planning is involved than the Arizona Border to Border run. We are…</description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Inaugural AZ Border to Border run complete!</title><link>https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/inaugural-az-border-to-border-run-complete</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/inaugural-az-border-to-border-run-complete</guid><description>We just completed the 1st AZ Border to Border run. It was a huge success. 8 FJ&apos;s and 11 people participated. We are building the photo gallery and updating the guide for this run.</description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>