Part travel log, part garage notebook, part half-baked idea written before the coffee kicked in. Here you’ll find articles on everything from trail runs to tinkering, camping to questionable culinary experiments; all penned with one foot in the dirt and the other on the gas. More than just an off-roading blog.
How to Expand Your World Without Leaving Your Zip Code
Expand your world, close to home: back roads, small details, and William Penn’s reminder to pay attention. Slow down and notice small stuff.
Zen and the Art of the FJ Cruiser Oil Change
A 5,000-mile FJ Cruiser oil change that turns up torn CV boots, quiet truths about reliability, and why loyalty is paid in miles—not marketing.
Berry Mountain Climb: Working Woods, Living History
Me, the kids, and the FJ headed for the spine of Berry mountain. We weren’t blazing new trails, but we were still exploring.
Legacy In Leaves: Define Your Dash
Girard’s paradox, trail stewardship, and the habits that define your dash. How to leave a legacy that’s more shade than exhaust.