Smittybilt X20 GEN3 10k Winch Review
Synthetic Rope, Forged Gears, and Water/Dust Resistance Since 1956, Smittybilt has been a staple in not only the offroad industry but also the recovery gear scene. One of the products…
Off-Road
The Tacoma comes in a wide variety of models; SR, SR5, TRD Sport or Off-Road, Limited, and TRD Pro. The Tacoma is also offered in access (extended) cab or four-door double-cab along with 2wd or 4wd. All of these models are capable of off-roading but depending on your exact needs, some may be better suited for different types of terrain. In this category, you will find information that further improves the Toyota Tacoma Off-Road features and functionality.
9 Front Bumper & Lighting Setups on Tacomas
We Asked 9 Experts About Their Armor & Lighting Setups Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community…
8 Best Leaf Springs For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
Everything To Know About Leaf Packs & Add-A-Leafs With all of the weight and gear we strap onto our trucks, we start to find our OEM suspension system’s limit. If…
7 Best Camper Shells & Toppers For Tacoma
After Years of Testing, We Chose GFC, ARE, Leer and More When it comes to the most useful accessories that you can install on your 2nd or 3rd Gen Tacoma,…
6 Silver 3rd Gen Tacoma Overland Builds
Silver Sky Metallic & Celestial Sky Metallic 3rd Gen Tacoma Builds Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland…
True North Fabrications Rock Sliders Review
Square & Round Tube Bolt-On Option For 3rd Gen Tacoma When I first bought my Tacoma, the goal was to build a truck that could take me into some remote…
R4T Behind The Grille Compressor Mount Review
Hidden Air Compressor Mount For ARB Twin & Viair 425 If you’re reading this article, you probably have an ARB twin or Viair 425 compressor sitting in a cart online…
Company Spotlight: KDM Fabrication SoCal
Off-Road Fabrication & Machine Shop In Southern California KDM Fab is a well-known fabrication shop located in Southern California, more specifically, the city of Anaheim. KDM opened in 2017 with…
4 Quicksand Tacoma Overland Builds
Unique Quicksand 3rd Gen Tacoma Overland-Style Builds Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community – centered around…
Relations Race Wheels (RRW) V2 Billet Protection Rings
New & Improved Billet Protection Ring For Hybrid Series Wheels If you have not heard about Relations Race Wheels (RRW), you will after reading this. They are well known in…
DIY Budget GPS For Overland Trail Navigation
How I Built My DIY GPS Setup With Samsung Tablet & Garmin Glo 2 I started this project because my phone just couldn’t perform as a reliable overlanding GPS unit…
Budget-Friendly Vs. Premium Storage Boxes
Cheap Or Expensive Storage Boxes – What Should You Buy? Having a dry place to store and organize your adventure gear is almost as important as the gear itself. Whether…
Cali Raised Catalytic Converter Shield Review
Protect Your 3rd Gen Tacoma From Catalytic Converters Theft When the pandemic hit, catalytic converter theft numbers skyrocketed. In my little area of California, it seemed like every other 4Runner,…
Front Bumper Setups For 2nd Gen Tacoma
6 2nd Gen (2005-2015) Toyota Tacoma Front Bumper Setups Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community –…
2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma Lift Kits From Ironman 4X4
Foam Cell Pro Vs. Nitro Gas, Stage 1 Vs. Stage 2 & More! I installed the Ironman 4X4 America Foam Cell Pro Stage 2 suspension system on my Tacoma and,…
6 Must-See Cavalry Blue Tacoma Builds
6 Cavalry Blue 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma Off-Road + Overland Builds Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland…
Lightforce Nightfall LED Bar Review
Lightforce Nightfall Series 30″ & 40″ LED Bars Long Term Review There are a lot of options on the market for LED bars – there’s no question there. But most…
Must Have Recovery Setups For Off-Roading
5 Tacoma Owners Share Their Top 3 Off-Road Recovery Items Welcome back to another Taco Tuesday! If you missed last week’s TT, we looked at several Tacoma builds withhigh clearance…
11 Tacoma Viper Bumper Cut Examples
11 Tacoma Owners Share Their High Clearance “Viper” Cut Welcome back to another Taco Tuesday! If you missed last week’s TT, we looked at several awesome Lunar Rock Tacoma builds….
The Dempster Highway Trip Report
What To Know Before Overlanding Yukon’s Dempster Highway The Dempster Highway in Arctic Canada is one of the most remote corners of our planet and is the only road in Canada…
10 Oversized Tire Setups For 3rd Gen Tacoma
We Asked 10 Tacoma Owners How They Fit Larger Off-Road Tires Welcome back to another Taco Tuesday! If you missed last week’s TT, we looked at several awning setups for…
ARB Old Man Emu Upper Control Arms Overview
High-Quality, Cost-Effective UCA Upgrade For The Tacoma Disclaimer. When I built my first truck years ago (3rd Gen 4Runner), I didn’t really know what I was doing (like most of…
RIGd UltraSwing Multi-Fit Tire Carrier Review
Heavy-Duty, Hitch-Mounted Multi-Fit Tire Carrier by RIGd Supply I believe the best products are those that solve a common problem, are well thought out and are multi-functional. For those of…
Superwinch SX10SR 10,000 LB Winch Review
Install, Long Term Review & Overview – Mounted on Hybrid Bumper Let’s talk winch. I think it’s fair to say that if you’re looking for the best recovery tool, it…
FLEX ERA® 3 Dual Mode SAE Fog Light Overview
A Dual Mode + Dual Purpose Light for Fully Built and Stock Rigs I recently had the privilege of testing out the new KC FLEX ERA® 3 Dual Mode SAE…
10 Kick-Out Rock Sliders For The 3rd Gen Tacoma
We Asked 10 Tacoma Owners Why They Run Kick Out Rock Sliders Welcome back to another Taco Tuesday! If you missed last week’s TT, we looked at 6 super rad,…
10 Best Bed Stiffeners For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
Industry Proven Brands Such as Total Chaos, DRT Fab, and More! When you are building your Tacoma out for off-road, camping, or utility use, the weight of your truck can…
4 Wheel Parts Rear Bumper Tacoma Install
How To Install 4WP Factory Off-Road Rear Bumper 3rd Gen Tacoma Among the many items recently released by 4 Wheel Parts (4WP) for the 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma was a…
SumoSprings U-Bolt Flip Kit Review
SuperSprings International U-Bolt Flip Kit With Blue SumoSprings Lift kits are definitely a rad upgrade. But usually, they are only part of the battle to dial in your truck. A…
8 Best Long Travel Kits for the Tacoma
A Gudie to CV Axles, Shocks, UCAs, LCAs, Steering Racks & Brands When it comes to long travel (LT) suspension on the Toyota Tacoma, you have many options to choose…