All OVR Mag articles in #3 May 2023
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Buyer's Guide
7 Items Needed For A Dual Battery Setup & In-Vehicle Battery & Gear Buyer’s Guide
Proper planning and preparation can lead to an amazing experience on and off the grid. We take a look at the batteries and components that will equip you with a reliable and durable power source while on the road.
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Leave No Trace: How to Tread Lightly
There are important “tread lightly” principles overlanders and campers should adhere to treat surrounding areas (and people) with respect to preserve the environment and the planet for years to come.
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Vehicle Features
Bomb Shelter: Scott Birdsall’s ’53 Ford Nuke Van Is an Overland Rig for the Nuclear Age
Scott Birdsall of Chuckles Garage converts a ’53 Ford van that was originally built to assess damage from nuclear fallout from a nuclear attack into a home away from home overland rig.
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Repairing Off-Road Tires: Be Your Own Tire Repair Shop Out on the Trail
Don’t get stranded due to a flat tire while on the trail. With a few tools, a good air compressor, and a proper repair kit, you can handle any tire mishap short of a shredded blowout.
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Vehicle Features
Diamond in the Rough: Chris Quimbo’s Overland-Capable 2007 Lexus GX470 Desert Racer
Join us as we check out Chris Quimbo’s overland-capable Lexus GX470 that was built for high-speed desert running.
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Vehicle Features
Dakar Tundra: Martin Reginato’s 1991 70 Series Land Cruiser Was Built for the Party
Taking a deep dive into Martin Reginato’s Dakar Tundra 1991 70 Series Toyota Land Cruiser
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Dual Batteries for Overlanding: Understand the Electronics That Keep You on the Move
Dual isolated batteries have been a fixture of overland vehicles since the first courageous souls ventured into the heart of Australia and Africa decades ago.
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DIY/How To
Installing American Adventure Lab’s Smart Solutions: Transform Any Off-Roader Into an Overlander
A step-by-step install of a slew of American Adventure Lab’s Smart Solutions storage options for Jeep Wrangler.
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Activities
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative’s Mission to Preserve Public Lands for Outdoor Recreation
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative focuses on protecting public lands for the future of outdoor and motorized recreation and provides funds for projects that work toward keeping public land available for fun and adventure.
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Fridge vs. Cooler: Is an On-Board 12V Compressor Fridge-Freezer the Right Solution for You?
Coolers versus 12V Fridge-Freezers, which is the right solution for your next camping or off-road trip?
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Destinations
Adventuring in Badlands National Park With Bound for Nowhere
A few days after my wife, MAK, graduated from college in the summer of 2012, we hit the road in our Honda Element with a pile of hand-me-down camping gear and our meager savings. We traveled for six months, covered 14,000 miles, and visited 21 national parks (among many other ...