With such a trail ready Toyota FJ Cruiser we decided to go cut our own Christmas tree in the Pike National Forest this year. This was an opportunity to get the family out and on the trail for a day of fun in the National Forest. Even though this was a simple day trip, we…
Gear Reviews
Mountain Khakis Original Mountain Pant
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When adventuring in our wonderful outdoors, simple things become very important. Enter Mountain Khaki Pants. Always looking for the best gear for our outdoor adventures, I received a pair of Mountain Khakis Original Mountain Pant to try out. I was already pleased with the fit having worn the pants over the last month as everyday…
Gear Reviews
Zamberlan Boots – Fit like old friends
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New hiking boots can be a pain, in the literal sense during the breaking period. On our trip last week to White Rim I had a new pair of boots from Zamberlan, the 967 LHSA, and I planned to wear them for the trip while both driving and hiking. Committing to a new pair of…
Photos
My FJ Cruiser Photo Galleries
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I have been working had over the last week to get photo galleries integrated into www.myfjcruiser.org. There is now a “Photo” menu item on the top menu bar that will allow you to view select photos related to our FJ Cruiser. Enjoy where we have been and what we do with our Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Expedition Gear, Gear Reviews
Portable Camping Grill
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Having a grill along on camping trips greatly expands the capabilities of the camp kitchen. I started out with a Colman grill but found that the grill did not cook hot enough and the construction was not up to the challenge of extended off-road travel. Looking further I found a company that makes a portable…
Gems
Chocolates to drive for
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When on the road we are always looking for great coffee shops. One of those places is Mouse’s Chocolates & Coffee in Ouray Colorado. When heading to or driving through Ouray we always make at least one stop at Mouse’s. The chocolates are delectable. There is a great selection of shakes and the hot drinks…
Gear Reviews
Our First Look – Mountain Khaki Pants
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Durability is critical for clothing worn during off road adventures. In looking for heavy duty pants I came across Mountain Khakis. These pants are built to be use and abused. Just the thing for adventure travel. Whether it be for hiking or recovery activities a durable pant is needed. Mountain Khakis fits this bill. With…
Miscellaneous
Our First Look – Toytec 1 Inch Body Lift
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Last week I received a 1 inch body lift for the Toyota FJ Cruiser from ToyTec Lifts. It will be a few weeks before I get around to installing a writing up the lift but here is a first look at it. The lift includes 1 inch spaces for all 8 body mounts. the spacers…