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.

Expedition Gear

ARB Fridge Freezer Slide Out Tray
Bytomas May 11, 2009July 9, 2009

I finally finished my new slide out for my new model ARB Fridge / Freezer. The new slide is an evolution from the original that I built for my old fridge. Here is a series of photos showing the construction. The fridge extends out of the back to help facilitate access. When stowed the fridge…

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Emergency Gear | Gear Reviews | Safety

Emergency Go Kits – Introduction
Bytomas May 8, 2009October 15, 2026

Today starts a series of posts on personal emergency go kits. Emergency go kits allow you to grab and go with gear that has been prepared in advance of the incident. Advanced preparation gives you secure knowledge that you have all the items you need to survive for 3 to 7 days. Emergency go kits can…

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Expedition Gear | Gear Reviews

Brunton Wind River Range – Camp Stove – Tear Down Review
Bytomas May 1, 2009October 15, 2026

Spending weeks relying on a Coleman LP camp stove for cooking led me to look for a better solution. Our Colman stove was great when you needed a hot burner, however, it was not possible to adjust the burners low enough to simmer. I tend to cook meals similar to what I cook at home…

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Other Stuff

Slow Week on myfjcruiser.org
Bytomas April 30, 2009October 15, 2026

It’s been a slow week on the my fj cruiser front. I am working on a review of the Brunton Wind River Range which is a great stove. I hope to have this posted in the next few days. With spring here I am having to spend lots of time outside trying to get my…

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Gems | Trip Reports

Vermilion Cliffs California Condors
Bytomas April 26, 2009June 9, 2009

During our travels we are always looking for gems. These are the sites or activities that stand out above all others. This is one of those gems. On our last trip, spring 2009, we had an opportunity to view the California Condors at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument in Arizona. The California condor is the largest…

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