Baja Designs Squadron SAE Vs. Squadron Sport – Detailed Comparison
Head To Head Comparison For Two Popular Options From Baja Accessory lights… we all love them, they are usually one of the first things the new Tacoma owners buys. Whether…
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.
Best Rear Bumpers For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
Aftermarket Armor From Bolt-On To High Clearance, Swingouts & More In the overland community, front bumpers get all the glory. They improve approach angles and make your front end look…
The Ultimate Overland Electrical Buildout With GFC Topper
Detailed Build Overview Covering Power, Charging & How To DIY When you start outfitting your truck with power-hungry additions such as a fridge, lighting, USB outlets, a water pump, or…
How To Drive In Sand – 8 Tips
Best Practices For Maneuvering On The Beach & What To Know Every off-road enthusiast will encounter deep or soft sand at some point. Whether you find yourself on the beach…
DRT Fabrication Shackle Hanger Kit – Install & Review
Maximize Your Leaf Spring’s Performance For Better Handling & Increased Rigidity If you want to improve your Tacoma’s suspension performance and ride quality, you’re in the right place. Replacing the…
IRONBISON Running Boards For Tacoma – Review
Affordable, Bolt-On Steps That Imitate True Rock Sliders I’m the proud owner of a 2021 Tacoma TRD Sport 4×4 Double Cab with a 5 ft bed. After searching for quite…
Toyota Reveals New Tacoma TRD ProRunner Concept
A Rad New Concept Debuting At 2024 SEMA Show Another SEMA, another awesome concept! Last year Toyota teased us with the revival of the X-Runner. This year, they gave us…
Backwoods Adventure Mods Rock Sliders Review
Dual Purpose, 0 Degree Protection With Kickout & Top Plate That Doubles As A Step Solid rock sliders are a must for those who plan on wheeling their Tacomas. Unfortunately,…
Best Bed Toppers By Category For The Tacoma
How To Get The Most Use Out Of Your Truck Bed For Work & Play Choosing the best bed topper (i.e. truck cap, camper shell, etc.) for your Tacoma largely…
Arroyo Tires Tamarock M/T – Initial Thoughts After 1,000 Miles
Adventure Awaits With Arroyo Tires’ Budget-Friendly Mud Terrain Those who have been in the off-roading world long enough know that having the right tire is paramount. Everyone has their own…
Zoleo Satellite Communicator – Review
The Importance Of Remote Communication While Overlanding Overlanding and off-roading come with risks – vehicle breakdown, injury, and outside threats are all real-world scenarios that cannot be predicted. What we…
SureCall Fusion2Go 3.0 Vehicle Signal Booster – Review
Boosting Cell Service To Stay Connected Off The Beaten Path While many of us use our overlanding, camping, and off-roading excursions to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life,…
What Is A Hybrid Bumper?
Steel & Aluminum Plate Vs. Steel Plate & Tube Adding a new bumper to your truck offers many benefits, both in performance and aesthetics. There are plenty of options to…
Perry Parts Bump Stops For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Why It’s Worth Upgrading From OEM Bumps Bump stops limit the up-travel of the suspension to protect your shocks from bottoming out and prevent contact between other key components. Specifically,…
Dirt King 2.5 DCA Shocks – 10,000 Mile Review
Over 10K Miles & 6 Months With My New Suspension Dirt King (DK) has made a name for itself in the offroad industry with its fabrication and long travel suspension…
Lock Off-Road Baja Wheels – Review
Durable Wheels With Off-Road Focused Designs For Your Build A new set of wheels can make a huge difference in your Tacoma’s aesthetics, and there are many styles and finishes…
R4T Roof Rack Handles With Scene Lights – Install & Review
Discreet Lighting For Your Campsite In A Sleek Package For a while now, I have been searching for the perfect lighting solution while at camp. I needed something that was…
Single Vs. Multi-Tire Air Hoses – Comparison
With All The Kits Available, Which Is Best For You? Airing up your tires after a long day (or down to start) on the trail can be one of the…
All-Pro Off-Road Tacoma APEX Rock Sliders Review
Long & Short Bed Options With Standard Top Plate & Kickout Rock sliders are arguably one of the most important pieces of armor for your Tacoma when off-roading. They protect…
One Week Testing The New 2024 TRD Pro Tacoma
Pros & Cons For This Premium Trim Package I recently got my hands on the all-new TRD Pro for a full week. Toyota sent me this vehicle as a press…
GFC V2 Platform Camper – 2.5 Year Review
Long Term Testing With Two Campers On Two Trucks! I know what you’re thinking. Two campers? Who runs two of the same campers on two different Tacomas? Well, it’s not…
upTOP Overland Full Height TRUSS Bed Rack – Install & Review
A Modular And Adjustable Bed Rack Compatible With Retrax Cover Since owning my Tacoma, there were two things that I wanted to get out of my bed/cargo space. First, I…
Ironman 4X4 Ursa 1300 Rooftop Tent Review
A New, Feature-Packed & Versatile Hardshell Rooftop Tent Rooftop tents (RTT) are a great addition to your overland build as they are typically easier to set up and are more…
Should You Bring An E-Bike On Your Overland Trips?
Putting An E-bike To The Test On Colorado Trails I grew up riding BMX bikes and, later in my career, worked in the mountain bike space. I admit, I harbored…
Black Ops Offroad Anytime Locker For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
Simple Mod To Use Your Factory E-Locker In 4-Hi Or 2WD Have you ever been in an offroad situation where you wished you could activate your factory e-locker without being…
sPOD BantamX Touchscreen Switch Controller – Install & Review
Premium Programmable Switch System With Unique Features Anyone who is into offroading, overlanding, or just adding electronic accessories to their Tacoma is probably familiar with switch controllers. If you’re not,…
Tuff Country Uniballs UCAs – Install & Review
A Budget-Friendly UCA To Get The Most Out Of Your Suspension Upper control arms (UCAs) play a vital role in keeping your wheels properly aligned for daily driving and optimal…
How To Choose The Best Truck Bed Rack Height
Pros, Cons & Situational Advantages Of Each Height Option When considering a bed rack to expand the capabilities of your truck, there are several factors to keep in mind. Of…
Dirt King 2.0 Shocks Review
New 2.0 Lift Kit Designed With A Toyota/TRD Engineer! Dirt King has been a growing name in the off-road industry for quite some time, with a lot of tested and…
Truck Topper Vs. Bed Rack – What’s Best For You?
Comparing My Experiences With Two Different Bed Setups At some point, you’ll want more from your truck; it’s just inevitable. It took me about a week into owning my Tacoma…
Baja Designs Squadron Sport LED Light Pods – Review
One Of The Most Popular Fog Light Upgrades A sore point for many owners are the underpowered halogen fog lights from the factory. So like me, you may be looking…
RealTruck GoRack For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
Mid-Height Bed Rack With MOLLE Panels & Extrusion Bars If you’re looking to add a rooftop tent (RTT) to your truck, a bed rack is the best way to go….
Yacolt Forest ORV Trail System In Washington – Guide & Overview
Navigating The Yacolt Forest Trails In Washington State The Yacolt ORV trail system is well known among WA residents and is the only 4×4 trail system in Southwestern Washington. It…
Arroyo Tamarock A/T Tires – First Impressions
On-Road Ride Quality & Off-Road Performance At A Great Price! All-Terrain (A/T) tires are great for those seeking both on-road comfort and off-road traction. That being said, not all A/Ts…
Top 11 Off-Road Shops Near Sacramento
11 Trusted Businesses To Help Build & Outfit Your Rig Welcome back! This time, we are back in California, looking at the top shops near Sacramento! Some of the coolest…