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One of those very smart Scandinavian design trailer tents, at the NEC, October 2008
While shopping around Home Depot the other day I found some very cost effective overland storage bins. I got wind of these on another site, but didnt think there would be any left. They are manufactured by Best Plastics and only sold through Home Depot. They are called the Strong Box. It was sure nice that the colors matched The Badlander too! They came in at just under $12 each. I promise you for what they are, they are very durable. I tested them out, loaded them, dropped them from the top of The Badlander, stacked them, strapped them, etc. I even sprayed them with water. Although they ARE NOT waterproof, no water entered during the water test. I am impressed at the amount of space you get for $12. They are 27 gallons of beautiful overland storage capacity. They stack nicely and actually lock into each other. You can even mount them lid to lid and they stack lock. They have 3 slits on each side so you can run straps through and tighten them down. They claim to be able to load up to 750lbs. I did NOT test this, and honestly, I kinda doubt it. I did load one half full with ammo. It was super heavy, and more than you would want to load into during an overland trip. It held together just fine.
This lids have a grid design that really helps with sturdiness. The bottom and walls of the container are designed with similar grids to help strengthen the unit. My only concern, since I wasn’t able to get a hold of the company, is whether they hold up to UV. Mine will be mounted on the roof rack, and I just want to make sure they will hold up over the years to come.
If you are in the market for cost effective storage containers that would work for overlanding or around the house, these are it!
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Now this is the test I have been waiting for!! The all new designed Dodge Power Wagon VS Fords Raptor. These are two completely different trucks built for off-road driving. These guys did a great job writing up an article comparing the two.
“OK, we know what you’re going to say: “This is not an apples-to-apples comparison.” For these two 4×4 pickups, wheelbases, cabs, beds and running gear are not directly comparable.
One’s a crew cab, the other is an extended cab. One is based on a half-ton, personal-use platform; the other is a 3/4-ton commercial-use platform. One is made to go fast; the other to go slow. These two pickups are different animals, right from the start. Anyone can see that, Einstein, so put down your pen and save your e-mails. We’re comparing them anyway, because there are also quite a few intriguing similarities:
- Both trucks are off-road ready from the factory.
- Both supply off-road equipment that would be hard to duplicate in the aftermarket without great cost.
- Both represent the “ultimate setup” in the eyes of their manufacturers.
- Both are remarkably free of compromises that trade off desirable qualities for the sake of off-road performance.
- Both are still everyday drivers, with comfort, convenience and safety features consistent with the best new pickups, not to mention factory warranties.
And yet, the trucks are very different. If they were shoes, the Raptor would be high-tech running shoes. The Power Wagon would be waterproof hiking boots. Here’s how we came to that conclusion:
These BMW 1200GS’s are beasts! If you want to take off cross the US backroads, this thing will get you there in comfort and style. Not really designed for really technical stuff, they are a dream for long range adventure travel.
“BMW have released details on new versions of their iconic dual sport siblings, the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure, as well as their best-selling tourer, the R1200RT.
All three machines feature a redesigned version of the company’s 1,170cc, 4-valve, DOHC boxer engine, claiming a maximum power ouput of 81kW (110hp) at 7,750rpm (up 5% for GS and Adventure) and an increase in torque from 115Nm to 120Nm (88 lb-ft) at 6,000rpm. Maximum engine speed has been increased by 500rpm to 8,500rpm claims BMW. The new motor offers significantly improved torque, traction and acceleration, as well as a more spontaneous and direct throttle response, they say.”
Very rare special edition Land Rover Discovery Westminster Edition, only 300 worldwide! You can be the only one to have one at the next Rover show! It comes with Black W/ Black Leather heated seats, Zebra Wood Trim, Navigation, 320 watt Harman Kardon stereo all not available in 2002. All services have been completed by land rover in Glenn Wood Springs Colorado and was purchased their, all services are up to date. Just turned 100k.18 inch wheels with New tires $350 each. Heated windshield crack free,Grill Guard and every light guard, running boards, dual sunroof, compass on mirror, dual climate control. Very good condition and very rare. Come check it out and you won’t be disappointed! Reply for my number or for questions.
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FS: 2001 KTM LC4E-400 (SW Missouri)
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2004 BMW 1150 GS ADVENTURE True tour bike Tulum Mexico
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2004 Bmw Gsa
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2007 KTM 525 EXC (Street Legal) – No trades – POD-IUM trailer optional
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2006 KTM 640 Adventure For Sale NM
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Super Rare Cagivea Luckey Explorer Elefant 5000 Miles Un Molested
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08 KTM 950 Super Enduro Birmingham, AL with farkles
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2005 Suzuki Vstrom 650
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WTT/FS 2003 BMW K1200GT Trade for a KTM 640 Adventure
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2007 KTM SuperDuke 990
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Now I have had the plans on the table for years, hoping to one day build a dual sport type bike that weighed in under 100 pounds! The guys down at Derbi looked to have achieved something I always wanted to with their DH 2.0. They built a super lightweight mountain bike, motorcycle cross breed. I love it! I would love to get my hands on this prototype. Of course there is no word on price, but what a hoot to ride. I can see taking something like this on the Continental Divide Trail and having a total blast. With only a virtual glimpse, the only thing I see that needs changed is the lack of fuel storage. To turn this into the ultimate adventure travel dual sport, you need at least two to three gallons. I sure would like to find more info on the motor and transmission. If anybody out there has more information, drop me a line. Id love to get my hands on this setup and play around with my own version. As for now, here are the Specs:
Ron takes out the Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer and shows us why it’s the ultimate overlanding machine.
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Tread Industries of Longmont, Colorado creates a custom fabricated steel bumper for Ron’s favorite toy – his ultimate overlanding Suburban, The Badlander.
