Why Re-Gearing Is Essential For Larger Tires
Adding Bigger Tires? Why & How Re-Gearing Will Improve Performance Re-gearing to a larger gear set is beneficial to any truck. It allows you to run a larger tire size…
Review
Product reviews: How is the product? Was it made in America? Did it work? Was it worth the price? How has it played out over the last couple of years? These are all questions you might ask yourself when you’re looking to buy a new product in the Tacoma world. At Trail Tacoma, our community dive deep into product reviews, product overviews, and detailed product write-ups to give you a deeper look at what you can expect before buying Factory or aftermarket parts.
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 Tires – Initial Impressions
Long Overdue Update To A Very Popular All-Terrain Tire The long-awaited update to the BFGoodfrich KO2 is finally here! While many people loved those tires, they weren’t without their issues….
Perry Parts Rear Bump Stops For 2G & 3G Tacoma – Install Guide
Avoid Harsh Bottom-Outs With These 3D-Printed Bumps It’s no secret that the factory bump stops on the Tacoma aren’t much more than triangulated hockey pucks (they kinda suck). The best…
DRT Fabrication Hybrid Front Bumper For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
An In-Depth Look At What Sets This Bumper Apart It is safe to say that my Tacoma build has gone through some serious transitions over the past couple of years….
VLEDS LPX Reverse Light Bar – Review
Auxiliary License Plate Mounted Reverse & Brake Lights A small and subtle mod that packs a punch! We all know factory Tacoma lighting could use an upgrade. If you’re ready…
RealTruck Overland Awning – Review
Easy To Use Shelter & Shade From The Elements A reliable awning can make all the difference when it comes to overlanding, camping, or even tailgating. New to this category…
Xprite RX Series Chase Lightbar – Review
Why A Rear Chase Light Is Great For Safety & Visibility When it comes to off-roading, the proper lighting can make all the difference. Whether you’re tackling some dusty trails…
Lock Off-Road Lunatic Wheels – Review
Rugged Wheel Designs That Look Great + Perform On & Off-Road I am often asked what the first mod should be on a new build, and my answer is always…
DRT Fabrication Front Plate Bumper – Initial Impressions
An Ultra High Clearance Bumper That’s Built For Adventure & Accessories There’s no shortage of aftermarket front bumpers for the 3rd Gen Tacoma. The biggest consideration when picking one is…
OPT7 Tailgate Light Bar – Review
Triple Row LED Tailgate Light Bar with Sequential Turn Signals In severe weather, you know the feeling of driving and not being able to see the taillights in front of…
Cali Raised Bed Stiffeners – Install & Review
Protect & Reinforce Your Composite Truck Bed With so many bed stiffener options on the market, it may be hard to pick out which one is the best. What ultimately…
Should You Get A Truck Topper? Top Benefits To Consider
Is A Topper A Good Choice For Your Truck? Here’s Why It Could Be! The classic truck bed topper (originally popularized by fiberglass options) seems to be less popular in…
USR Stealth License Plate Frame – Review
Stylish & Simple – Premium Metal Frame With “Tacoma” Lettering Let’s be honest… The flimsy license plate frames that come from the dealership don’t look good, and no one wants…
Freedom Off-Road Ball Joint UCAs – Install & Review
Budget Friendly Ball Joint Upper Control Arms For Tacoma Upgrading your Tacoma’s upper control arms (UCAs) can feel like navigating a labyrinth of options. Each has varying features, performance benefits,…
Rugged Ridge Rooftop Tent – Review
A More Budget Friendly RTT For Overlanding Have you ever wondered what those giant boxes are on top of off-road rigs? If you’re unfamiliar with them, they’re likely a rooftop…
Arroyo Tamarock M/T – 10,000 Mile Review
How These Value-Focused M/Ts Have Held Up Long Term After putting 10,000 miles on the Tamarock MTs, I have to say I’m honestly shocked at how well they have performed…
Overland Tailor Tune (OTT) For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Everything You Need To Know About The OTT Experience Our family previously had a 2016 Tacoma Access Cab and an older Tacoma. Whenever my wife drove the former, she asked,…
Cali Raised LED Fog Light Replacement For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
An Affordable Upgrade That Doesn’t Sacrifice Performance While the Tacoma’s factory headlights are decent on clear nights, they struggle when it is raining, snowing, or dusty at night. The color…
BamBeds Solo Platform – Install & Review
Easily Set Up Your Truck Bed For Camping & Hauling Gear I’ve always slept in my truck bed, as it’s been my favorite way of camping. There’s no worry about…
Sandy Cats Hitch Hero Soft Shackle Review
Oversized & Beefier Shackle Compatible With Hitch Receivers I’ve seen my fair share of recovery gear over the past 15+ years. It’s not too often you see something new and…
AJT Designs Oversize Cup Holder For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
The Perfect Solution For Securing Your Larger Water Bottles As bottles have gotten larger, holders seem to have remained the same. The 3rd Gen’s cup holder location, size, and design…
Sterling Adventure Co. Wasatch Lite RTT – Install & Review
A New Lightweight Tent Option That’s Loaded With Features A staple in overlanding is the Rooftop Tent (RTT). Its unparalleled convenience, comfort, and ability to sleep off the ground make…
YotaVerse V2 Pro Grille With Light Bar For 3rd Gen Tacoma
Pro-Style Option With Integrated Dual Color LED Light Bar As a Tacoma owner, you know there is no such thing as too many lights. As we have run out of…
Should You Get A Lift & Bigger Tires For Your Tacoma?
Why The Time, Materials & Costs May Or May Not Be Worth It Most car people love a lifted truck with bigger wheels and tires. I certainly do, as both…
Two MagnaFlow Exhaust Options For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Can We Make The Turbocharged 4-cylinder Sound Good? In case you haven’t heard, the 4th Gen Tacoma sadly got rid of the V6 engine in exchange for a 2.4 L…
Arroyo Tires Tamarock A/T – 7,500 Mile Review
Great For Daily Driving, Overlanding & Moderate Off-Roading After hitting 7,500 miles on the Tamarock all-terrains from Arroyo, I can safely say that these a great option for those looking…
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…
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…
Perry Parts Front Bump Stops For 2G & 3G Tacoma – Install Guide
A Simple, Yet Effective Suspension Modification Put simply, upgraded bump stops help to protect your suspension and fender liners when bottoming out on harsh impacts, The factory ones on 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…
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,…
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…