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…
Overland
Everyone has their own definition of overlanding. Whether your definition is to get out and explore (car camping) or wheel your truck over 10 states and 5 countries while camping, to each their own. Overlanding is what you make it. Get outside and start exploring our great outdoors in your Tacoma. The Tacoma is the perfect platform for overlanding and truck camping altogether. In this section, you will find the tools and accessories that make your adventures more efficient.
CVT Bachelor Pioneer Rooftop Tent Review
Get Comfort & Functionality With This Affordable Fold-Over Tent Rooftop tents (RTTs) have become the biggest trend in the camping and overlanding industry over the last decade. It seems like…
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…
4 Best Types of Bike Racks for Toyota Tacoma
The Best Types of Bike Mounts & Carriers for your Truck One thing in common among all Tacoma owners and enthusiasts is that we like to go places and bring…
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…
AOD Fabrication Bed Stiffener Review
AOD Fab Bed Stiffeners 3rd Gen Tacoma: Affordable & Easy If you are researching bed stiffeners, you are probably pretty far down the rabbit hole. You’ve educated yourself enough to…
LifeSaver Jerrycan Review
20,000UF Water Filter Jerrycan For Overlanding & Outdoor Travel The Chinese say, “Flowing water never gets dirty.” No… that’s not it. It’s “In shallow waters, shrimps make fools of dragons.”…
Lensun Hood Stamp Solar Panel Review
Lensun 85W Tacoma-Specific Hood Mounted Auxilary Solar Panel From vehicle-specific panels to fully rigid panels, Lensun has everything you need to get your setup dialed. Solar is becoming popular in…
Step22 Tenkile Tech Pouch Review
Molle/PALS Overland Travel Organizer Case For Electronics When it comes to staying organized, Step22 is one of the first companies that should come to mind. They’ve got a variety of…
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″…
5 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…
4WP Bed Stiffeners Install & Review
Low-Profile, Hidden Bed Stiffeners for 2005+ Toyota Tacoma Bed stiffeners do exactly what they sound like. They stiffen the bed of your truck. More specifically, they greatly enhance the structural…
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…
Jomax Customs ABS Speed Sensor Guard Review
Avoid Trail Damage With These Billet Aluminum Sensor Guards If you’re into any kind of off-road or overland travel, you’ve likely already spent some time looking into upgrading the skid…
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…
11 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…