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

Mexico January 2010 – Part 2
Bytomas February 16, 2010October 15, 2026

Queuing the Toyota’s up for our border crossing into Mexico was a cool sight. Three FJ Cruisers and one Tacoma, three rooftop tents and 2 M416 trailers made it look like we were heading out for a long trip. We all breezed through the crossing which just a quick check by the Mexico border authority of…

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Expedition Gear | Gear Reviews

Great lids for adventure – Tilley Hats
Bytomas February 14, 2010October 15, 2026

I have been a hat wearer for sometime with Baseball caps being the norm. About two years ago I decided I better start shading my face and neck better and I chose a Tilley Hat. Tilley hats are hand crafted in Canada with quality materials. The first hat I purchased from Tilley was the TH4…

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Miscellaneous

The Reality of FJ Cruiser Modification Costs – Updated 10/17
Bytomas February 13, 2010October 18, 2026

I am publishing the costs of modifying our Toyota FJ Cruiser so others can have a realistic expectation as to the cost involved in getting the FJ trail ready and more. I have modified our FJ Cruiser as an advanced adventure travel vehicle so the cost have been somewhat higher. Shipping charges and labor are…

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Other Stuff

LiteSPOTs Rock Lights – A First Look
Bytomas February 11, 2010October 15, 2026

Rock lights provide lighting under the vehicle to assist with spotting and negotiating obstacles after dark. The objective is to light the area around the tires and under the vehicle so the spotter can see what is going on. The lights also can assist with nighttime repairs. OffRoadOnly sells a line of rock lights that are…

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Trip Reports

Mexico January 2010
Bytomas February 9, 2010October 15, 2026

This January I was invited to be a part of a trip to a remote location in the Sierra Madre Occidental in Mexico. The goal of the trip was to confirm the location of a historic battle site. Not being a historian I went along for the sense of adventure and to get some assisted…

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