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of 4x4 Off-Road Adventuring

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4x4 Offroading Basics

At offroading.info, we're not just passionate about off-road adventures—we live for them!

Our mission is to provide fellow SUV enthusiasts — who may be new to offroading or jeeping — with access to free tutorials and resources in order to learn what to expect and what to prepare for your first trail runs.

Topics include: Basics, GPS Navigation (including how to use onX), Comms, Recovery, Organizing Trail Runs, Upgrades & Accessories, Finding a Club, and Links within the Offroad Community.

This free, non-commercial site will

  • Get you started

  • Explain what beginners need to know before taking their highway legal SUV’s or pickups onto the dirt

  • Help newcomers connect with the offroad community

Gaye and Fred on the trail

Learn to Offroad

New or just curious about the hobby of offroading? Check out our acclaimed Beginners Guide to Jeeping & Offroading. Ten chapters explain offroading basics, so you are prepared before hitting the dirt in your Jeep or SUV. It is our FREE online e-book that everyone starting out in offroading will benefit by reading.

The content is based on the full day live classes that we have taught in the past (for free), but we wanted to make this information available to everyone.

Winding through West Rim

Beyond the Basics

Ready to learn more? Check out our articles on recovery, winching, safety, trail etiquette, and more!

The Right Equipment

Read up on what kinds of gear you’d typically need, the importance of comms, and which GPS to use.

Leading Your Own Trails

Ready to lead your own offroading group, whether it’s just with some friends or starting your own club? Master these important tips.

Gaye and Fred

Join the Culture

Check out these resources for the offroading community, to find nearby clubs, associations, and events.

Submit a listing for your organization or contribute an article.

Relaxing at Aztec Wash