Author: tomas

Tomas has lived in Colorado since age 5. Having grown up on the Western Slope of Colorado lots of time was spent in the Desert Southwest. Tomas' father introduced him to the love of 4 wheeling at an early age in the high mountains around Aspen, Colorado. While an avid Mountain Biker, Tomas and his Family enjoy adventures in the mountains and desert in the remote locations that can only be reached by 4wd. Day hikes are always a must when on the family trips. While enjoying outdoor activities he wants to share his love as a certified 4wd trainer and ski instructor. Tomas also enjoys caving and cave exploration. Tomas currently resides in Colorado Springs.

Trip Reports

Summer 2012 – Wyoming Bighorns Day 3
Bytomas August 16, 2012October 16, 2026

Day three of our Bighorns adventure began with sunny and smokey skies, a prelude to another hot day. With the rooftop tent and the Kanz kitchen boxes it once again took less than 30 minutes to break camp and get our show on the road. Today our goal was Shell Lake and a some time…

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Trip Reports

Summer 2012 – Wyoming Bighorns Day 2
Bytomas August 7, 2012October 16, 2026

Day 2 of our Wyoming adventure brought us more spectacular scenery and miles of dirt roads. We got an early start from camp and headed north on the Bighorn Mountain Road passing a group moving cattle up to their high summer pasture. It was fun watching the border collies working the cattle. We took a…

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Trip Reports

Summer 2012 – Wyoming Bighorns Day 1
Bytomas July 20, 2012October 16, 2026

With the Waldo Canyon fire almost out it was time to get some of our summer vacation in. With LJ on a month long NOLS trip we had a week left before we needed to be in Lander to pick her up. Our goal was to see if we could drive the Bighorn Mountains from South…

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FJ40

FJ 40 Build – The Project Begins
Bytomas July 15, 2012June 8, 2013

We have now jumped in head first on an FJ 40 build project. Redline Land Cruisers will be helping with much of this project. This is going to be a frame off build with the following elements: Modified suspension will add an extra 11 inches to the wheel base and 3 inches in width. The…

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Other Stuff

Tread Lightly! Master Trainer
Bytomas June 21, 2012October 15, 2026

I spent the first part of this week becoming a master trainer for Tread Lightly! One way to give back to the our outdoor environment is to practice the Tread Lightly! principles: Tread Lightly! On Land Travel responsibly on designated roads and trails or in permitted areas. Respect the rights of others including private property…

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