ARB Old Man EMU (OME) Lift Kit Review
ARB OME 2-3″ Nitrocharger Shocks 50,000 Mile Long-Term Review Lift kits. Is there anything more fundamental when you want to modify your truck for the outdoors (or just for show)?…
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.
Guana Equipment 3-Person Wanaka 55″ RTT & XL Annex – Long Term Review
Epic Amounts of Portable Camping Space and Sleeping Space Not too long ago, I covered an initial post on this rooftop tent from Guana Equipment. You can read that install,…
How To Level a Tacoma With A 3/2 Leveling Kit
installation Guide & Everything You Need To Know To Safely Install a 3/2 Leveling Kit When deciding how to begin or continue the build-out of your Toyota Tacoma, the suspension…
Community Poll: 7 Must See Cement Gray Builds
We Asked 7 Owners About Their Cement Gray Overland Builds Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community…
Outgear Solutions 3rd Gen Rear Bumper Review
High-Clearance Tube-Style Rear Bumper for 3rd Gen Tacoma Two of the most important things, in my opinion, when it comes to wheeling, are ground clearance and armor for your rig….
4 Wheel Parts Rock Sliders Review
4 Wheel Parts (4WP) Factory Bolt-On, Powder Coated Rock Sliders As you may already know, 4 Wheel Parts is a global leader in off-road performance products. The name is synonymous…
TacoZilla – A First Look at Toyota’s Modern Chinook Tacoma Truck Camper
The 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma Build that Rocked SEMA ’21 – A Complete Overview from Concept to Launch Attendees this year at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas drooled as…
SumoSprings Front Bump Stops Review
Improve Driver Control, Towing Performance & Enjoy a Ride There is no denying that some parts of our trucks should have been built differently from the beginning, and by differently,…
Tacoma Black Friday Deals
Black Friday Deals for the 2nd Gen & 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma If you’ve been waiting for the ultimate black write a list for your 2nd or 3rd gen Tacoma,…
8 Best Exterior Mods for 3rd Gen Tacoma
The Best Modifications & Upgrades for 3rd Gen Tacoma One of the most rewarding aspects of owning a Tacoma is being able to modify it. We know how desirable it…
AL Offroad HD Onyx Roof Rack Review
One Of The Strongest Options With Huge Cross Bars Strongest roof rack on the market? You heard that right! I know it’s a big claim to make, but the redesigned…
C4 Fab Rock Slider Install 2nd Gen Tacoma
How To Install Rock Sliders By Your Self – Solo Installation I think by now everyone has heard the name C4 Fabrication. They have been a staple in the Toyota…
Dirt King Spindle Gussets Install & Review
Reinforce Your Spindle For Increased Strength Off-Road If you’ve started to lift and wheel your truck, chances are that you’ve heard of spindle gussets. In this post, we’ll go over…
ZROADZ Dual LED Pod Ditch Lights Review
Ultra-Affordable Dual Ditch Lights With Low Profile Brackets If you’re looking for a slick-looking set of ditch lights with maximum brightness over a wider area than typical kits, ZROADZ four,…
Rooftop Tents VS. Ground Tents – Complete Guide
Choosing the Best Style of Tent For Overland Adventures These two tent options are probably among the most popular and debated for off-roading and overlanding. Do you choose a rooftop…
Apache 4800 Weatherproof Case – Budget Storage Box
Heavy-Duty Affordable Storage Box Alternative to Name Brands Rifle cases and storage boxes have recently become some of the trendiest products in the overlanding community. It seems that for every…
Extended (24″) Rear Brake Lines Install Guide
YotaMafia Rear Extended (24″ Brake Lines – 4″ Over) Install The stock brake lines on the 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Tacoma might be plenty for a 1″ – 2″…
6 Best Budget Friendly Lift Kits
Affordable Suspension Kits for 2nd & 3rd Gen (2005-2023) Tacoma The Tacoma is known for its durability and capability both on and off-road. A stock truck equipped with factory suspension…
H3R Performance Fire Extinguisher Field Test
A Guide for Fire Safety for Off-Road & Overland Travels Let’s face it. In an ideal world, you’ll never need a fire extinguisher. It’s the last thing you’ll ever want…
AT Overland Summit Camper Review
AT Overland Summit Truck Topper/Camper on 3rd Gen Tacoma – Everything You Need to Know I felt this would be a good follow-up to Konrad’s compilation of the Top 12…
SnailArmor Aluminum Tailgate Panel Review
Customize Your Tailgate Panel With Any Artwork There are quite a few tailgate panels on the market by now, but one thing sets the SnailArmor flat tailgate panel apart from…
SPC Upper Control Arms Install & Review
Alignment-Focused & Affordable, This UCA is For Almost Everyone So you’re lifting your truck and looking for some adjustable upper control arms. Look no further as Specialty Products Company has…
DIY Budget Roof Rack on Camper Shell
How To Build a Truck Bed Topper Roof Rack Crossbar Setup I recently picked up surfing this past winter and after deciding to stick with it as a fun hobby,…
Simple & Affordable Camp Kitchen Setup for Overlanding
Cooking While Traveling Doesn’t Need to be Difficult The most important rule for your camp kitchen and your food is K.I.S.S. – Keep It Simple Stupid. Whether you are going…
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 Tire Review
5,000+ Mile Full Review: Thoughts & Daily Driving Performance Soon after the purchase of my 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road, I knew I wanted to swap out the stock wheels…
Falken Wildpeak AT3W: 40k Mile Review
Long Term Review & Report For A Popular Tire There are so many options when it comes to tires that it can become quite confusing. I wanted an aggressive-looking tire…
Relations Race Wheels V2 Rock Sliders Review
Possibly One of the Strongest Rock Sliders on the Market If you’ve been following Trail for the past few months, you probably already know that I have been running a…
12 Best Suspension Lift Kits for Tacoma
Most Popular Lift Kits for 2nd & 3rd Gen (2005+) Toyota Tacoma The added ground clearance, better ride quality, and the ability to fit bigger tires should be more than…
8 Essential Technology Accessories for Overlanding
Must-Have Technology-Based Accessories For Overlanding It’s no secret that technology, in general, has become a staple in creating innovations that make our lives easier. The advantages and positive impacts that…
Spirit of 1876 Truck Bed Universal Spare Tire Mount for Tacoma
Simple Truck Bed Tire Carrier for the Toyota Tacoma Having a spare tire on your vehicle is a simple way to avoid being stranded both on and off-road. Thankfully, the…
Ironman 4X4 Skid Plate Kit Review
Complete Skid Plate Package from Ironman 4X4 for 2005+ Tacoma The most important investment you can make to protect your undercarriage is a set of high-quality skid plates. Whether you’re…
Sy-Klone 9001 Snorkel Pre-Cleaner Review
Universal Aftermarket Snorkel Pre-Cleaner Filter Snorkels… so what are they really for? The main misconception surrounding snorkels when people first see them is that they are some type of exhaust…
Off-Roading Gear Kinetic Recovery Rope Review
Budget-Friendly 7/8″ Recovery Rope Trail-Tested Review Before you go off-roading, you should always be prepared for the worst-case scenario. To me, the worst-case scenario would be getting stuck somewhere up…
Lasfit 3″ LED Ditch Lights Review
Testing Ditch Light Output With This Affordable LED Pod There are several manufacturers of automotive LEDs on the market right now, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for one…
DRT Fabrication Hitch Skid Review
High-Quality Hitch Mounted Skid Plate with D-Ring Receiver Fairly new to the off-road scene, DRT Fabrication specializes in high-quality off-road armor and accessories designed and built-in Gilbert, Arizona. They quickly…