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Good question. I have a unit on order and will follow for answers. I was considering using as a battery backup for my PC/internet at home while not using it in the field. In that case it would always be plugged in. Bad idea?

Roof basket has been added. Love the look of it, not sure I love the wind it catches. Will give it a bit to see if I use it or not before I make the final determination. Took a 225 mile drive yesterday to visit two state parks I haven't been to yet. Used the back hatch to setup a...

Following along! Thanks for sharing your trip.

Few updates: I've been slowly fixing small annoyances as they come up. It drove me nuts that the HVAC controls had no backlight. Being a new to me car, I struggled to control HVAC in the dark. For a few dollars and a few minutes, new bulbs were installed and all is well now. I also rigged...

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My niece was recently gifted a newer car for her college graduation and I took the opportunity to get a nice deal on a 2007 SR5 2wd with 190,000 miles on it. I have wanted a small SUV for quite some time (GX or 4Runner) but couldn't justify purchasing one and keeping my full size truck. If I...

So, is there a book? I'd love to read it. Awesome build and story. Prayers for your continued health.

Awesome! I bet the Conqueror and PW will be a great combination and hope it works great for your family. I’ll be watching for the sale ad on the van. 😉

Awesome write-up. That route is just a few hours away from me and I really need to make the time to go explore it. In regards to your campsite on the James river. No issues just parking there overnight? I am a life-long resident of Texas and know all too well how closely held (and guarded)...

I started my search thinking $1000 for a hardtail would the very top end of what I would spend. I quickly found myself justifying $2000, lol. In the end I did find something I really liked for just over 1k but you are definitely right, that is where things start. I couldn't be happier with my...

Ive seen a couple of the van builders manage to make it work. Van Do It, Storyteller, etc. We have looked at motor homes and decided the same thing. Seatbelts in a cardboard dinette just don’t appear to be the safest option in a collision.

Absolutely! I looked for used until I just gave up. My advice would be to hit the local bike shops, tell them what you are looking for and ride a few. The bike I went to look at is not the one that I came home with. It just didn't fit as well as the Giant. They also had a decent sale going...

Images included of the awning track and Suburban rails. The awning came with “L” brackets but I think I’d have to drill the rails or add aftermarket crossbars.

Ok. I give up. I picked up a Napa awning in a sale a few months back and cannot for the life of me figure out how to mount it to the factory (flush) roof rails on my 2016 Suburban. I've looked at different mounting brackets that companies make and have not found anything compatible. Do I...

I picked up a new Giant Talon 1 yesterday. It’s not top of the line but it is a huge step up from what I had been riding. I absolutely understand why 29era became so popular. Awesome riding experience. I think it is going to suit me great for now and can always be upgraded later. Thanks again...

I really appreciate the insight. MTB'ing is not very popular out here and their isn't much of a used market. Do you have a quick list of comparative bikes from other manufacturers? Broadening my used search might help things.

I keep thinking the same thing about the pandemic bikes. Hasn't happened yet in my area, unfortunately.

Specs on the Rockhopper bike I am considering are 29" wheels, 25mm wheels and SRAM Eagle SX. Head angle is 68.5. Full specs here: https://www.specialized.com/us/en/rockhopper-expert-29/p/199569?color=319661-199569 I'm not against used at all, just haven't found anything remotely close to...

Popped into the local shop yesterday. They have several bikes to choose from that should fit me and my style. What really caught my eye is a Specialized Rockhopper Expert. MSRP's at 1400 but on sale right now for $1k. Had all the features I want and several upgrades. Also has frame...

All great stuff. I really like the Marin offerings from what I have seen online. I hope to make it by a local shop sometime this week to check them out in person. Nothing we ride locally is what I would consider super technical. I am worried that the 29" wheels are going to be very...