What a fun trip this was driving the Axial SCX10 over the Rubicon Trail! Yes, that is a one-tenth scale vehicle [foreground] we drove over the trail along with the full size rig in the background!
More info:
http://axialracing.com/products/ax90028
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
AX90028 AXIAL SCX10™ 2012 Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 1/10th Scale Electric
What a fun trip this was driving the Axial SCX10 over the Rubicon Trail! Yes, that is a one-tenth scale vehicle [foreground] we drove over the trail along with the full size rig in the background!
More info:
http://axialracing.com/products/ax90028
Monday, October 29, 2012
High Ground Emergency Supply Co. The Solo-Pro Kit (ESK)
Saw the High Ground Emergency Supply Company logo while traveling and gave the website a look.
The Solo-Pro ESK is High Ground’s most well equipped Emergency Supply Kit (ESK) designed for a single person. Based on our best selling Solo ESK, the Solo-Pro upgrades your Emergency Supply Kit with the addition of a NOAA weather radio and a High Ground Survival Kit. The Solo Pro ontains all that you need to get you through at least 72 hours after an emergency strikes. This compact, portable, backpack contained ESK can fit pretty much anywhere and includes a comprehensive list of emergency supplies to get you home safe, or keep you safe at home. The Solo-Pro ESK is perfect for your car, boat, office, or home. The Solo Pro ESK includes the following items:
Food Rations
- 3 MRE Main Meal 3-Pack, Variety or Vegetarian
- 3 Spork, Plastic, Disposable
Water Supplies
- 1 Water Container, Collapsible, 2.5 gallon
- 1 High Ground Sport Water Bottle (21 oz.) Included in Survival Kit
- 2 Emergency Drinking Water Packet (4.225 oz.) Included in Survival Kit
- 1 Emergency Drinking Water 6-Pack (25.35 oz. total)
Medical Supplies
- 1 Summit Medical Kit
Bandages
- 5 bandage, adhesive, fabric (1”x3”)
- 3 bandage, adhesive, fabric, knuckle
- 4 bandage, butterfly closure
- 2 dressing, sterile, gauze, 2 pk. (4”x4”)
- 2 dressing, sterile, gauze, 2 pk. (2”x2”)
- 2 dressing, non-adherent, sterile (2”x3”)
Bleeding
- 1 gloves, nitrile (pair), with hand wipe
- 1 trauma pad (5”x9”)
Blister/Burn
- 1 moleskin, pre-cut and shaped (11 pieces)
Fracture/Sprain
- 1 bandage, elastic with velcro (2”)
Instruments
- 1 splinter picker/tick remover forceps
- 2 safety pins
Medical Information
- 1 Comprehensive Guide to Wilderness & Travel Medicine
Medication
- 2 Aspirin (325 mg), 2 pk.- 2 Diamode (Loperamide HCL 2mg)
- 2 After Bite Wipe
- 3 Ibuprofen (200 mg), 2 pk.
- 2 Antihistamine (Diphenhydramine 25 mg)
Wound Care
- 1 cotton tip applicator, 2 pk.
- 4 After Cuts & Scrapes antiseptic wipes
- 1 syringe, irrigation, 10cc, 18 gauge tip
- 1 Tincture of Benzoin topical adhesive
- 1 tape, roll (1”x10yds.)
- 3 single use antibiotic ointment packs
- 2 alcohol swab
Survival Supplies
- 1 NOAA Weather Radio, Midland HH54VP
- 1 High Ground Survival Kit
- 1 Flashlight, Princeton Tec, Tec 40, batteries incl.
- 1 High Ground Sport Water Bottle (21 oz.)
- 2 Emergency Drinking Water Packet (4.225 oz.)
- 1 Emergency Drinking Water Tablets, 50 ct.
- 1 Emergency Poncho
- 1 Camper’s Multi-Tool
- 1 Emergency Candle
- 1 Matches, Waterproof, Box
- 1 Lightstick, Green
- 1 Lightstick, Orange
- 1 HG SKIT Bag
- 1 High Ground Escape & Evasion (E&E) Pack:
- 1 Duct Tape (2” x 50”)
- 1 Compass, Button, Liquid Filled
- 1 Fire Lite Fire Strike
- 1 Fishing Gear in Vial
- 1 Heatsheet Survival Blanket
- 1 Mini Rescue Flash Signal Mirror
- 1 Mini Rescue Howler Whistle
- 1 Tinder Quick
- 1 High Ground Hygiene Kit (Male or Female)
- 1 Ziplock Bag, 1 qt.
- 1 Toothbrush
- 1 Toothpaste, Tube (.85 oz)
- 1 Dental Floss, 12 yds.
- 1 Razor, Disposable
- 1 Shave Cream, Brushless, Tube (.85 oz.)
- 1 Nail Clippers
- 1 Comb, Plastic, Black
- 1 Hand Sanitizer, Aloe & Vitamin E (2 oz.)
- 1 No Rinse Body Wash (2 oz.)
- 1 Antiperspirant Deodorant, Roll-On (1.5 oz)
- 1 Camp Towel (30”x20”)
- 1 Personal Toilet Tissue, Roll
- 2 Sunscreen Towlette, Cortex SunX SPF 30
- 2 Insect Repellent Towlette, BugX30 DEET
- 1 High Ground Hygiene Kit Bag (Male or Female)
- 1 Tampon (Female Only)
- 1 Hair Brush (Female Only)
- 1 Ultimate Survival Guide
More info here:
http://highgroundemergencysupplies.com/store/product.php?productid=11&cat=4&page=1
The Solo-Pro ESK is High Ground’s most well equipped Emergency Supply Kit (ESK) designed for a single person. Based on our best selling Solo ESK, the Solo-Pro upgrades your Emergency Supply Kit with the addition of a NOAA weather radio and a High Ground Survival Kit. The Solo Pro ontains all that you need to get you through at least 72 hours after an emergency strikes. This compact, portable, backpack contained ESK can fit pretty much anywhere and includes a comprehensive list of emergency supplies to get you home safe, or keep you safe at home. The Solo-Pro ESK is perfect for your car, boat, office, or home. The Solo Pro ESK includes the following items:
Food Rations
- 3 MRE Main Meal 3-Pack, Variety or Vegetarian
- 3 Spork, Plastic, Disposable
Water Supplies
- 1 Water Container, Collapsible, 2.5 gallon
- 1 High Ground Sport Water Bottle (21 oz.) Included in Survival Kit
- 2 Emergency Drinking Water Packet (4.225 oz.) Included in Survival Kit
- 1 Emergency Drinking Water 6-Pack (25.35 oz. total)
Medical Supplies
- 1 Summit Medical Kit
Bandages
- 5 bandage, adhesive, fabric (1”x3”)
- 3 bandage, adhesive, fabric, knuckle
- 4 bandage, butterfly closure
- 2 dressing, sterile, gauze, 2 pk. (4”x4”)
- 2 dressing, sterile, gauze, 2 pk. (2”x2”)
- 2 dressing, non-adherent, sterile (2”x3”)
Bleeding
- 1 gloves, nitrile (pair), with hand wipe
- 1 trauma pad (5”x9”)
Blister/Burn
- 1 moleskin, pre-cut and shaped (11 pieces)
Fracture/Sprain
- 1 bandage, elastic with velcro (2”)
Instruments
- 1 splinter picker/tick remover forceps
- 2 safety pins
Medical Information
- 1 Comprehensive Guide to Wilderness & Travel Medicine
Medication
- 2 Aspirin (325 mg), 2 pk.- 2 Diamode (Loperamide HCL 2mg)
- 2 After Bite Wipe
- 3 Ibuprofen (200 mg), 2 pk.
- 2 Antihistamine (Diphenhydramine 25 mg)
Wound Care
- 1 cotton tip applicator, 2 pk.
- 4 After Cuts & Scrapes antiseptic wipes
- 1 syringe, irrigation, 10cc, 18 gauge tip
- 1 Tincture of Benzoin topical adhesive
- 1 tape, roll (1”x10yds.)
- 3 single use antibiotic ointment packs
- 2 alcohol swab
Survival Supplies
- 1 NOAA Weather Radio, Midland HH54VP
- 1 High Ground Survival Kit
- 1 Flashlight, Princeton Tec, Tec 40, batteries incl.
- 1 High Ground Sport Water Bottle (21 oz.)
- 2 Emergency Drinking Water Packet (4.225 oz.)
- 1 Emergency Drinking Water Tablets, 50 ct.
- 1 Emergency Poncho
- 1 Camper’s Multi-Tool
- 1 Emergency Candle
- 1 Matches, Waterproof, Box
- 1 Lightstick, Green
- 1 Lightstick, Orange
- 1 HG SKIT Bag
- 1 High Ground Escape & Evasion (E&E) Pack:
- 1 Duct Tape (2” x 50”)
- 1 Compass, Button, Liquid Filled
- 1 Fire Lite Fire Strike
- 1 Fishing Gear in Vial
- 1 Heatsheet Survival Blanket
- 1 Mini Rescue Flash Signal Mirror
- 1 Mini Rescue Howler Whistle
- 1 Tinder Quick
- 1 High Ground Hygiene Kit (Male or Female)
- 1 Ziplock Bag, 1 qt.
- 1 Toothbrush
- 1 Toothpaste, Tube (.85 oz)
- 1 Dental Floss, 12 yds.
- 1 Razor, Disposable
- 1 Shave Cream, Brushless, Tube (.85 oz.)
- 1 Nail Clippers
- 1 Comb, Plastic, Black
- 1 Hand Sanitizer, Aloe & Vitamin E (2 oz.)
- 1 No Rinse Body Wash (2 oz.)
- 1 Antiperspirant Deodorant, Roll-On (1.5 oz)
- 1 Camp Towel (30”x20”)
- 1 Personal Toilet Tissue, Roll
- 2 Sunscreen Towlette, Cortex SunX SPF 30
- 2 Insect Repellent Towlette, BugX30 DEET
- 1 High Ground Hygiene Kit Bag (Male or Female)
- 1 Tampon (Female Only)
- 1 Hair Brush (Female Only)
- 1 Ultimate Survival Guide
More info here:
http://highgroundemergencysupplies.com/store/product.php?productid=11&cat=4&page=1
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Ultralight Mountain Biking - How To Pack
Here is how to pack:
http://adventurecycling.org/features/ultralight.cfm
Hey Parker, Lets pedal the Tahoe Rim Trail:
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
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Glen Helen RallyX #5 2012
Check out my man Marvin Ronquillo - Last man still participating in rally from the GravelCrew. He is driving the white Scooby with Red wing.
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Surviving Alone in Alaska
Heimo Korth is the last man standing in 19 million acres of Alaskan wilderness. Check out this VICE video - Surviving Alone in Alaska!
Monday, October 15, 2012
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Jeep Surfing a wave
Found this image on a French Jeep site:
http://www.jeep-people.com/fr/challenges/quiksilver-pro/surfing-jeep/
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012
E-Track Roof Rack
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What a great idea - E-Track on the roof rack!
Found it here:
http://elmenos.com/menostore/hmmwv&page=7
http://www.sleeoffroad.com/products/products_rear_bumper_acc.htm
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Monday, September 24, 2012
Toyota Land Cruiser 80 1/24 Scale Review
Check this out for all you 80-Series Land Cruiser Fans!
http://lsmodelstrucksandsuv2.blogspot.com/2007/05/tamiya-toyota-land-cruiser-80-124-scale.html
California Jeeper Trail Map
Resourceful link as you will find
Area Map • Trail Map • Printable Trail Map • Trail Review:
http://www.californiajeeper.com/rubicon/trail.htm
Rubicon Trail FOTR Stickers
This 5 inch sticker is a depiction of the Rubicon Trail Route Sign being implemented by Friends of the Rubicon. This is a peel off type sticker like those used by Associations and clubs, with backing included, all in one piece made to go on top of a surface (not behind glass). There is a white border around tire tread. Rocky Trail is proud to make these stickers available and $1.00 is donated to FOTR for each sticker sold. Thanks to all you folks for your contributions in support of the Rubicon Trail! Additional Information Please visit the Rubicon Trail Offroad Community Network.
Order the sticker here:
http://www.rockytrail.com/rubicon-trail-fotr-stickers.aspx
I didn't order the sticker yet, but I did ordered a Rubicon map from Rocky Mountain:
You can order the map here:
http://www.rockytrail.com/rubicon-trail-guide-book.aspx
Saturday, September 22, 2012
CARS AND COFFEE IRVINE CALIFORNIA USA
LEXO450 & SoCalFrank showing off their 80-Series Land Cruisers.
Here are all the images:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/rodneywills/sets/72157631597241073/with/8012760313/
Friday, September 21, 2012
MR RUBICON Mark Smith Adventure Trail Patch
Mark Smith is Mr. Rubicon!
Here is what the Off-Road Motorsport Hall Of Fame has to say:
http://www.ormhof.org/inductees.fx?id=18
Check out this video interview with him and his daughter as they are the crew at Jeep Jamboree USA.
1950's: Jeep® Jamboree Legend Mark Smith
The intiverer breaks it down to the laundry list of Marks accomplishments + you get Marks Top-10 Off-Road Tips.
Get in the Social mix with Mark & Jill at Drive Off Road:
http://www.driveoffroad.com/blog/
http://www.facebook.com/DriveOffroad
https://twitter.com/DriveOffroad
http://www.youtube.com/user/DriveOffroad
http://www.flickr.com/photos/DriveOffroad
ADV80 Toyota Land Cruiser 80-Series
Its photo shoot time at work; studio photos are done and that means we get to go outside and shoot the outside stuff. No, the Land Cruiser is not our product, I work for Axial R/C Inc and we have something new coming towards the end of the year. There is a nice little creek here to launch R/C canoes! A nice cliff here to launch R/C hang gliders too! Lots of work to do!!!
Climb Dance Corner
I am going to name this turn after one of my favorite video's - Climb Dance!
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climb_Dance
www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=clim...
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
How To Dust Proof the Canon 17-55mm F2.8 USM Lens
After a few trips to Canon Serivce for lens cleaning I started doing some research on this lens to discover it is not like an L-Lens as it does not provide any dust protection.
So I gave it some thought and rigged up some dust protection with some felt. The problem area is were the lens two halves are not mechanically sealed to dust from creaping inside. I wrapped the felt around this area and taped it onto the main body with black photo tape and letting a portion of the felt overlap onto the second portion of the lens that extends outward from the main body. After applying the felt I added an additional thin strip of tape to pull down the felt onto smaller portion of lens. Its this step down area that is the critially exposed area.
I hope it actually works!
Check out the process: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rodneywills/sets/72157631574740661/
Why we are having dust issues...
From: www.photozone.de/canon-eos/178-canon-ef-s-17-55mm-f28-usm...
The EF-S 17-55m f/2.8 USM IS isn't a designated L grade lens and while this may not be really obvious based on the naked specifications it shows up regarding the build quality. This doesn't mean that it isn't decent but the outer construction is made of good quality polycarbonate (except for the metal mount) whereas the recent L grade zooms are magnesium-alloy constructions. Nonetheless the lens feels quite solid (similar to the EF-S 10-22mm USM) and the zoom and focus control rings operate reasonably smooth though not damped. The lens does not provide any protection against dust or humidity. Normally you would expect a little more here regarding the high price tag.
As you can see in the product shot above the lens extends when zooming towards the long end of the zoom range. Thanks to internal focusing the front element does not rotate so using a polarizer remains easily possible.
The lens has an extremely fast and near silent USM (ultrasonic) AF drive including full-time manual focusing (FTM) in one-shot AF mode.
Monday, September 17, 2012
Sunday, September 16, 2012
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