Thinking about making your first off-road riding adventure? Regardless of whether you're heading to your favorite fishing spot that's off the beaten path, or taking the family out for an afternoon off-road picnic, or going sightseeing for a day to a nearby waterfall -- you'll want to be fully prepared for your off-road riding adventure. The type of off-road experience you pursue depends on the size (or toughness) of your 4x4.


Many of today's 4x4s are not designed for true off-road activities. For serious off-road adventures, you'll want a 4x4 with a chassis frame that's built to withstand the punishment of off-road obstacles.

Taking your vehicle off-road can be one of the most enjoyable things you can do on four wheels. But before you venture off the beaten path, here are some important ways to prepare yourself (and your vehicle!) for a fun, safe experience that you'll look forward to repeating.

This 7-part article covers everything from what to take to what to do after the ride:

How To Prepare Yourself and Your Vehicle
Trail Etiquette: Rules of the (Off)Road
Difficult Driving Tips
Getting Un-Stuck
Emergency Supplies To Take
After The Ride

Beginners: Getting Started 4 Wheeling Thinking about making your first off-road riding adventure? Regardless of whether you're heading to your favorite fishing spot that's off the beaten path, or taking the family out for an afternoon off-road picnic, or going sightseeing for a day to a nearby waterfall -- you'll want to be fully prepared for your off-road riding adventure.

The type of off-road experience you pursue depends on the size (or toughness) of your 4x4. Many of today's 4x4s are not designed for true off-road activities. For serious off-road adventures, you'll want a 4x4 with a chassis frame that's built to withstand the punishment of off-road obstacles.
Taking your vehicle off-road can be one of the most enjoyable things you can do on four wheels. But before you venture off the beaten path, here are some important ways to prepare yourself (and your vehicle!) for a fun, safe experience that you'll look forward to repeating.

This 7-part article covers everything from what to take to what to do after the ride:

How To Prepare Yourself and Your Vehicle
Trail Etiquette: Rules of the (Off)Road
Difficult Driving Tips
Getting Un-Stuck
Emergency Supplies To Take
After The Ride