What is a Rocklander? The Hybrid Off-Road Build Explained In the off-road world, we’ve all heard of rockcrawlers and overlanders. One is built to claw over boulders and technical trails, the other for long-distance adventure and self-sufficiency. But lately a … Continued
When the TRS crew rolled into Overland Expo Mountain West this year, we saw plenty of newer Ford Rangers and even a few Ranger Raptors. But one of the rigs that truly stood out wasn’t new at all—it was this … Continued
I love a good adventure. Getting away from home, exploring new areas, and soaking in the peace and beauty of the outdoors is something I’ll never get tired of. I also enjoy meeting new people along the way. And if … Continued
Whether you’re heading into the pines for a single night, chasing a muddy trail all weekend, or planning a multi-week overland expedition, the way you kit out your Ford Ranger (or any midsize truck) matters. Below is a complete, no-fluff … Continued
When I created The Ranger Station, my goal was to share how others and I were modifying our Ford Rangers with emphasis on DIY home fabrication and how you could build an awesome truck for less. One of the biggest … Continued
Front Runner Transformed the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor into the Ultimate Off-Road Adventure Rig The mid-size truck segment is experiencing an off-road renaissance. With manufacturers like Ford, GM, Toyota, and Nissan rolling out purpose-built trail-ready trims, trucks such as the … Continued
What do you get when you cross a Ford Ranger built for pre-running with a Ford Ranger built for overlanding? A Prelander. This 1994 Ford Ranger Prelander serves as a shining example that a $10,000 budget and a passion for … Continued
Blake Brown purchased this truck for $900 and rebuilt the 2.8L V6 to its original specifications. The original 4-speed manual transmission was replaced with a M5OD 5-speed transmission using a 4.0L flywheel and clutch upgrade. A clever eye will notice … Continued
The 2019 and newer Ford Ranger equipped with the FX4 package is a great platform to build an overlanding adventure vehicle from. Especially with its electric rear locker, terrain management, trail control, and skid plates. The 2019 Ford Ranger FX4 … Continued
I came across this 2019 Ford Ranger when I covered the 2019 Overland Expo in Flagstaff, Arizona. Calmini has been around since 1986 but had just recently began producing product for the all-new Ford Ranger. Best part, it’s all made right … Continued
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 18, 2020 – For once, what happened in Vegas, does not have to stay there. After COVID-19 knocked out this year’s SEMA show in Sin City, Ford is pivoting to virtually reveal epic customizations of the company’s latest … Continued
Two things I really love are older Ford Rangers and adventure travel. When I saw this 1997 Ford Ranger 4×4 being built by forum member ‘USCGC130’ it quickly captured my attention. After following the build for a while, I sent … Continued