My latest install goes to this Kenwood TM-V71A VHF/UHF dual-band ham radio for my Landcruiser. Long story short, I brought my 100 series Landcruier back to Canada after my year of touring around Australia. It had an Australian CB radio which was pre-tuned to its 40 (or maybe 80?) UHF channels. In Canada, however, we…
When thinking of rear armor, I’ve been pondering on a set of swing-out rear bumper for a while. Coastal Offroad was recommended to me many times by my friends in Canada. Sure there are options for assembled whole bumper like ARB and Kaymar. Yet I’m not a huge fan of the bulky look. Table of…
During the pandemic, we often find ourselves alone. But when was the last time you chose to stay with yourself or travel solo? The difference between feeling lonely and choosing solitude can be a bit difficult to understand, especially for extroverts. Well, hope I can show you that you can still have a good time…
Why travel solo? Is solo overlanding dangerous? Can I overland solo as a female? Let me tell you about my recent trip through the Canadian Rockies. Hope this post will give you some inspiration to get out freely as you wish! My summer was filled with joyful group trips of over 10 vehicles. As cold…
Overlanding driving training in Poison Mountain As overlanding and offroading become more popular, we are seeing more and more well-suited vehicles purposefully built for tackling difficult terrains. However, the vehicle is only part of the equation. It is also important to acquire related knowledge and control as the driver. During September long weekend, West Coast…
A week-long vacation with West Coast Offroaders to a place I’ve been wanting to explore for a long time – Vancouver Island. About an hour ferry ride west of mainland Vancouver, the island is a gem for adventurists. Mission? Finding a secret 4WD beach and waterfall on Vancouver Island! 4WD Beach Unnamed Waterfall We got…
In 1945, Canso Bomber 11007 carried 900 pounds of explosives crashed into the rainforest near Tofino, B.C. Surprisingly, the bomb did not explode and all 12 passengers survived. The bomb has been removed but the Canso Bomber itself remains in the same crash site, reminding us of the days during World War II. We spent the…
