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Stop Overloading Your Ford Ranger
15 Jul 2026

Stop Overloading Your Ford Ranger

by Jim Oaks | posted in: Product Reviews & Recommendations | 0

The Ford Ranger in the photo above is looking overloaded. Just those ten sheets of plywood weigh 510-570 lbs. The steel rack carrying the drywall probably weighs 120-160 lbs. How much stuff is under the tarp in the bed? How … Continued

The Right Size Truck
15 Jun 2026

The Right Size Truck

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 2019-2023 Ford Ranger, Product Reviews & Recommendations | 0

I’ve had a lot of experience with truck ownership. From compact trucks to 1-ton diesels, I’ve had them all. In high school I had a 1982 Datsun pickup that had a manual transmission, AM radio, and hand crank windows. It … Continued

Maxxis RAZR AT Review
9 Dec 2025

Maxxis RAZR AT Review

by Jim Oaks | posted in: Product Reviews & Recommendations | 0

15,000-Mile Test on a Ford Ranger FX4 Introduction When building an overlanding adventure vehicle that’s going to see a lot of highway and off-road miles, choosing the right tire becomes one of the most important decisions you’ll make. In this … Continued

Explorer Bear 42-Quart Fridge Review
7 Nov 2025

Explorer Bear 42-Quart Fridge Review

by Jim Oaks | posted in: Product Reviews & Recommendations | 0

Explorer Bear 42-Quart Fridge Review (2025): Performance, Features, and Value In this detailed review, we take a close look at the Explorer Bear 42-Quart Portable Fridge, designed for camping, overlanding, and everyday outdoor use. We break down its performance, usability, … Continued

Should You Use a Ground Tent or Rooftop Tent?
21 Sep 2025

Should You Use a Ground Tent or Rooftop Tent?

by Jim Oaks | posted in: Product Reviews & Recommendations | 0

Introduction Rooftop tents have exploded in popularity in the overlanding world, but they are an expensive and not necessarily the right choice for everyone. I have been overlanding since 2017 and have experience using both rooftop tents and ground tents. … Continued

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