The Average Overlanders Podcast

Last Minute Trip Prep: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP18

After celebrating our 100th episode it's now time to get back to taking some trips! But with having been busy the past few weeks it's come down to the last few days and minutes to get everything ready, packed up and vehicles prepped for our next trips. That's nothing new though. Seems like it always comes down to scrambling in the garage or driveway finishing up some new addition the adventure rig that we just had to have for this trip. Or figuring out what food you need to bring or packing clothes. It always seems to work out though. We might forget a few things or be super tired the next morning but once you get out there it's all worth it.

The 100th Episode!: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP17

We're kicking off our 100th episode and the Land Beaver makes an appearance! Our good friend Norm @land_beaver1 stopped by to bring us a gift, so of course he had to stay and help us try our new whisky addition. We contemplate on the future and the direction overlanding is going and how it has evolved over the years. Where we first got our start and where we have gone from there. We reflect on some of our more memorable times and what we would change if anything. Then when the whiskey starts flowing though, we get into our usual shenanigans.

Be Prepared With RESQ GS: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP16

We're getting prepared with Erick @resqgs from RESQ GS. With his years in the medical field he saw a need for reliable emergency safety equipment that could be easily stowed in a vehicle or attached to gear or packs. So he developed a quality medical pack that could be quickly accessed when you need it most. Erick's also been around vehicles and off-roading for awhile with quite a few "project" cars. Ranging from an '86 4Runner, Subaru's, Honda's, 1st Gen Tacomas to his current rig a nicely built Lexus GX470. Like most of us he went through the phase of getting all the gear to now fine tuning it down to what you actually use and need. One of those being a good med bag. As usual we get into all kinds of topics like food, dogs, guns and so much more!

The Ugly 80: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP15

This week we sit down with Nate @the_ugly_80. He's just started building up his overland rig and off to a great start! Beginning with his '93 80 Series Land Cruiser. With some well thought out mods and upgrades he's ready to roll. We touch on what got him interested into wanting to this way of life and where he's taken his rig so far and what plans he has for it. Along with whatever with whatever usual random stuff we come up with.

A Monster Of A Good Time: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP14

This was a monster of an episode as Jonathan Elkins @jonathan_elkins_ hangs out with us this week. Just when you thought you were cool putting 35's on your rig, here comes Jonathan rollin on 60's! Jonathan is a professional monster truck driver with Hot Wheels driving iconic trucks like Bone Shaker! He shares with us how he knew from a young age he was meant to be behind the wheel racing. Starting out racing professionally in short course trucks and UTV's before getting a shot at the big trucks.

Jonathan is also a 4th generation metal fabricator building custom heavy duty leaf springs and suspensions in his shop North County Spring. But when he's not crushing cars or working at his shop he enjoys getting out and enjoying the outdoors and exploring. He hooks up his custom built trailer to his Dodge Ram 3500 and hits the road traveling all across the country. 

Join us as we share great stories and a lot of laughs!

Death Before Prius?: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP13

Our guest this week is changing our minds on the potential of hybrid vehicles for overlanding! Jimmy @black.jmyntrn, aka The Black Jimmy Neutron dropped by the studio to share with us some of his adventures. Initially when you hear "Prius", you don't think "offroad overland vehicle". But Jimmy has proven that wrong! Not only has he taken his modified 2013 Prius Plug-In offroad and camping, he's taken it to 49 states, including up through Canada into Alaska! He's even been south into Baja, with plans to head further into South America and eventually a European tour. He also offers support for others in the Prius Overland community with his website black.jmyntrn.com. We talk about how he discovered his love for overlanding and exploration, future plans and even the best spot to buy fireworks!

YouTube With O4LO & 41.22: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP12

On this weeks episode we are joined by returning guest Nipoj from 41.22 and Kevin from Overland 4Lo. Kevin has a YouTube channel where he shares his adventures and you can see everything from wheeling in Big Bear, exploring Dubai and even recording this weeks episode! We also talk about fun trips, cool vehicles, and where not to take your drone.

Deadman In The Studio: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP11

We have a blast this week hanging out with Sam @deadman_tundra from @deadman_offroad. In this episode we talk about where Deadman got its start to now being a leader in the recovery gear industry. Sam also drives a 2018 Tundra so we get into some fullsize talk. We also get into some awesome trips, recent trail closures and how to be a YouTube certified mechanic. For more info on recovery gear or looking to take a class to improve you skills checkout Deadman Offroad.

Eat. Drink. Camp. With Chef Sean: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP10

Our friend Chef Sean @fstlayn stops by the studio this week. Seans is a legit Chef with over 30 years in the food industry. Unfortunately he wasn't cooking any food for us but we have a few drinks and get into some fun stories. His time at Disneyland, running trails at RigFest, coming out of the tuner world to owning a WJ Jeep. Plus what trips he has planned for the future.

Changes To The Twig Rig: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP9

This week our good friend Adam @the_twig_rig stops back by the show. He's made quite a few changes to the Sequoia sense he was on last. We talk about testing out new gear in the snow, trips we've been on and have coming up as well as fun times at recent meet ups.