Inhaltsverzeichnis für September/October 2018 in TREAD

O1. KIMBO’S What do you do when Mother Nature calls when you're already exploring Mother Nature? Designed to allow the wearer to be able to relieve themselves (both numbers 1 and 2) while clothed, this innovative, unisex short allows you to unzip and pop a squat without completely disrobing—in even less than ideal conditions. Made of lightweight Tricot fabric, the shorts are soft and durable with comfortable waist support and venting technology. MSRP: $50 superkimbos.com O2. PETZL/TACTIKKA CORE The Tactikka Core headlamp offers 350 lumens of hands free light. It is ideal for close-range work, as well as for moving about in the darkness. Featuring a mixed beam, it is capable of wide, focused or red night-vision saving lighting. The headlamp comes with Petzl’s Core, a battery that…

One of the great joys of off roading is basking in the glory of nature and its majestic views. It’s often tempting to snap a shot of a beautiful sunset or the perfect treeline with your phone, but for some reason, it doesn’t always capture the moment as you see it. They say, “the best camera is the one you have with you,” but for those looking to capture the best landscapes, wildlife, and extreme outdoor adventures, a smart phone’s camera just won’t cut it when it comes to the demands of outdoor photography. A phone simply can’t compete to the dynamic range, in-camera stabilization, and overall control that new digital cameras provide. Outdoor photography requires ample planning whether you’re going on a simple road trip and capturing sights along…

The UnRally is purposely left generally undefined, but the following is the closest definition the organizers came to: “a mass meeting of people showing support for an experiment in intentional disorganization.” The organizers all work at Mosko Moto, an adventure motorcycle accessory company, but the event is unbranded and non-commercial. Many of the organizers are regulars at Burning Man, and you’ll instantly feel the Burn’s influence on the UnRally. Everyone is welcome, but for sure adventure motorcyclists are the majority of attendees. The event is held in the Alvord Desert in June each year, over a four-day weekend, Thursday through Sunday. Participants are given GPS coordinates just a few days before the event, but you can be pretty confident that they will lead you to the Alvord Desert playa. This…

It’s easy to overload your pickup when adding a truck camper, and put a big dent in your bank account, as well. Luckily, manufacturers have realized these issues and stepped up in recent years to bring a variety of affordable, lightweight bare bones truck camper options to the market. Besides weight, size matters. If you want your truck to fit in the garage, down the forested trail or through the drive-thru, you’re going to need a slim, streamlined camper. Pop-top–style truck campers allow you to have a vehicle that is a few feet shorter than those that use traditional hard-shell truck campers. The lightweight pop-top truck camper offers interior standing room, a comfortable bed and a big locked storage area. This style camper fills the void between the traditional truck…

Commercial automotive photographers, Linhbergh Nguyen and Karissa Hosek, sought a way to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of their careers and reset after demanding work assignments. The couple found refuge in a ‘99 Mitsubishi Montero to help them unwind and explore the country in. Since acquiring it, the couple hasn’t looked back. “THE COUPLE FOUND REFUGE IN A 1999 MITSUBISHI MONTERO TO HELP THEM UNWIND AND EXPLORE THE COUNTRY IN. SINCE ACQUIRING IT, THE COUPLE HAVEN’T LOOKED BACK SINCE.” What originally started as a search on the internet for a Toyota Land Cruiser, eventually lead them to find a more affordable option for a 4x4 SUV, as the Land Cruiser was out of their budget. Through some online research, the Mitsubishi Montero became a solid target that fulfilled both…

O1. RUGGED RIDGE/ELITE ANTENNA BASE JK/JL The Rugged Ridge Elite Antenna Base allows you to modernize an often-overlooked part of the JK/JL Wrangler: its antenna. With a unique gear-like appearance and lightweight cast aluminum construction, the Elite Antenna Base installs easily with no modifications to the vehicle. Available in a variety of attractive finishes including textured black powdercoat, vibrant red powdercoat and a paintable raw aluminum finish, there is a style for everyone. MSRP: $27 ruggedridge.com O2. NIGHTSTICK/NSR-1514 This Rechargeable LED Area Light with Magnetic Base is perfect when portability and position-ability are important. This area light cranks out an impressive 1,000 lumens of light on high and 500 lumens on low using a single sealed push button switch. The light can be swiveled independently allowing the user…

“IT NOT ONLY NEEDED TO BE FULLY OFF-ROAD CAPABLE, BUT ALSO FUN TO DRIVE AND A RELIABLE DAILY DRIVER.” This truly one-of-a-kind Mercedes diesel-powered Toyota Land Cruiser FJ62 lives its life in Sacramento, California. It is daily driven by Max Polishchuk, the owner of CAtuned Off-Road. It wasn’t built to be a SEMA show vehicle, but ended up in the Toyo Tires booth at SEMA 2017 anyway. Daily Driver to Show Truck The idea for this project was born when Polishchuk needed a daily driver that would showcase the capabilities of his shop CAtuned Off-Road. This new off-road build would need to be able to tackle any environment, as there are rocky, muddy, snowy, sandy, etc… off-road trails all within close proximity to Sacramento. It not only needed to be…

“THE MODIFIED SUSPENSION CAME IN HANDY FOR THE FULL-SIZED RIG TO HELP KEEP UP WITH THE SMALLER AND MORE NIMBLE TRUCKS ON A RECENT TRIP TO MAMMOTH, WHERE THE TRUCK WAS PUT TO THE TEST THROUGH THE CHALLENGING NARROW, STEEP, AND ROCKY SHELF ROAD OF THE LAUREL LAKES TRAIL.” How does one separate their work from their play? For some, there’s no question that their work and play have zero crossover at all. For others, the line of separation can be blurred quite a bit. Take for instance, the GMC Sierra 2500 Denali you see before you. While it looks like a purpose-equipped, diesel-powered, full-size off-road vehicle now, it didn’t start out that way. It was originally purchased to be used purely as a tow vehicle for car audio and…

Evening shadows fell along the banks of the stream, the sound of rushing water echoed through the narrow valley, while mist-covered mountains loomed overhead. The beautiful landscape and diverse ecosystem composed a picturesque setting. We’d stopped at a small overlook in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to get a better view of the scenery, only then did we notice a fisherman perfecting his craft. Perched above the angler we watched as he waved the rod above his head, then cast a small fly into a riffle. He let the fly drift through the portion of water, took a step upstream and repeated the process. It was a peculiar sight for a boy who’d never seen a fly fisherman. There was something contagious about that encounter and before long I…

If you’re looking for classic Jeep CJ open-top, doorless, off-road fun, then Mahindra has the answer! Sadly, you can’t drive it down the road, in most states at least, but you can conquer the terrain you might face once off the pavement. This ‘new’ vehicle is called the ROXOR. What is a Roxor? A ROXOR is basically a classic Jeep CJ that is being offered new to the U.S. market by mega company Mahindra from India. The vehicle will be offered as a UTV, an off-highway vehicle only, as there is no way it could meet modern emissions or crash test standards. The ROXOR will have a familiar classic CJ-looking steel body, boxed steel frame, solid axels, leaf spring suspension, rear drum brakes and proper 4WD. Besides its classic architecture,…

As outdoor enthusiasts, we love capturing beautiful shots of nature to share. Sometimes we use a DSLR and sometimes our smartphone’s camera. Out of curioustity, we asked professional automotive photographers Linhbergh and Karissa, what photo gear they carried while they are on the road; the list is impressive. If you would like to improve your images, Linhbergh and Karissa give us some photo tips in the photography gear buyer’s guide, Snap Shots, found in this issue of Tread. 01. Langly Alpha Globetrotter camera backpack 02. Sirui T-024X Carbon Fiber Tripod 03. RL Handcrafts Clydesdale Pro-DLX Dual Camera Harness 04. Sony A7RII 05. Sony A7 RIII 06. Fujifilm INSTAX Mini 90 Neo Classic 07. Sony A9 08. Sony 35mm f1.4 09. Sony 12-35mm f4 10. Yeti Rambler 36 oz bottle 11.…

If you’ve been hitting the trails like we have, you might have inadvertently sustained some damage to your wheels. Unfortunately, aired down tires and sharp rocks can do that to a wheel. Sure, you can either leave the scratches as badges of honor or fix them, but why not take this opportunity to give your rig a new look with some of the latest wheels on the market? The following selection of wheels is available in aggressive fitments and can increase not only the performance of your vehicle, but its curb appeal, too. AMERICAN EXPEDITION VEHICLES/ MESA WHEEL FOR RAM 1500 Made exclusively for ’09-‘18 RAM 1500s, AEV’s Mesa wheel is based on a proven design that not only looks great, but is also capable of withstanding extremely heavy loads.…

There’s no doubt we love our off-road vehicles. Whether it’s a truck, SUV, Jeep, van or whatever else you can think of, the off-the-road capability of a go-anywhere vehicle sets us free to explore just about every stretch of the planet. There are times, however, that off-road fun isn’t defined by explorations of unknown, new-to-you locales. Sometimes, it’s just about letting loose and having off-the-pavement fun. Kawasaki’s Teryx line of side-by-sides are made for both utilitarian and recreational purposes. Available in two- or four-passenger versions, the Teryx4 LE shown here is the later model. Big enough to seat four, the Teryx4 is assembled in Lincoln, Nebraska, and comes equipped to provide you with plenty of off-road thrills. The full-featured side-by-side is powered by a 783cc V-twin engine, and is equipped…

Fly fishing may be a great way to escape everyday life, but there’s no guarantee you’ll circumvent Murphy’s Law. Invariably at some point in time, “Whatever can go wrong, will go wrong.” Fly rods have been known to fall prey to ceiling fans, boots, doors and God forbid, an irate wife. That’s why nearly all fly rods come with some form of lifetime warranty. In most cases, the lifetime warranty is designed to cover manufacturer defects and does not include incidental damage that occurred after the product was purchased. However, a substantial number of warranties do offer discounted pricing on repair and replacement, but will not provide you with a new rod at no charge. Whether you slam the rod in a tailgate or break it while attempting to land…

“Have regular hours for work and play; make each day both useful and pleasant, and prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well. Then youth will bring few regrets, and life will become a beautiful success.” - Louisa May Alcott, Little Women When I was a boy I took every opportunity to ride into town with my mom when she needed to go grocery shopping. In town, they had all the things a boy needed – comic books, toy aisles and even arcade games. In those days and in that town, it was no big deal to be dropped off at one store while your mom shopped elsewhere. It was 1980-something, the “golden age of arcade video games,” I played Pac-Man and Gauntlet and Spy Hunter…

What’s the secret to a perfectly grilled steak? That’s an age old question that many people have their own theories on. What does your favorite steakhouse do differently that you can’t seem to replicate at home, or on the road for that matter? To craft a steak that is grilled to perfection, one only need look to the guidance of Mr. Steak. Yes, Mr. Steak is a real person. He’s Mick Scully, and he wants to change the way you think about grilling quality steaks, especially when you’re on the go. His brand—and alter-ego for that matter—is called Mr. Steak and just as it sounds, he is all about sharing his experience and passion for grilling with you. First getting a taste of the grilling craft from his dad, Mr.…