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    Does a DIY awning need a full frame or just a couple of poles?

    In a moment of impulse buying at Menards I bought a 6x8 tarp and 2 Mr. LongArm poles. I was thinking that perhaps I could mount one side of the tarp on my jeep and just guy out 2 poles on the other end for a basic awning. I've seen several like this. Do they work well? It seems that many...
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    Tepui Tents Group Buy Work Around

    Looks great! You should bring your setup to the Iowa Jeep Show this fall! Last year it was me and one of the Iowa Tepui dealers. Would love to see some more trailers there. -Andrew
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    Trasharoo w/ExPo Logo Group Buy - Thanksgiving/Christmas Sale!

    Money sent. Tan with black logo. -Andrew
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    flatlander offroad project

    I gave the obstacle course at the Iowa Jeep Show a run with my trailer this weekend. https://www.facebook.com/mick.smeltzer/videos/10156024175220322/
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    Post favorite pics of your rig and trailer

    In the middle of my 2400 mile round trip to Silverton, CO and back.
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    One last photo. This is the house the Iowa Jeep Club rented in Silverton. (and my Jeep and trailer)
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    flatlander offroad project

    Maiden voyage is in the books: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/146278-Flatlander-Offroad-Trailer-s-first-adventure-(more-vacation-that-overlanding)
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Postlog Day 11 started at the best accommodations of the trip with Neal and Nancy. Neal took Conor and I to watch the Broncos training camp. It was our first time seeing pro players live in action. We rolled out of town after noon unsure of Flatlander's cooling system. Other than being a LONG...
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Evening day 10 Long day of driving from Silverton to Denver. Coolant temps were below 212f all day till we pulled into Denver for a burger. Then the temp spiked and the radiator hose burst (or the hose burst and the temp spiked). Luckily this happened 0.2 miles from a parts store. I have a...
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Mid-day day 9 Stony pass this morning. Leisurely ride through fields of wildflowers. Headed back to Denver tomorrow. Coffee & Espresso in Silverton
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Afternoon day 8 Yesterday afternoon was a trip across engineer pass to Lake City and a return to Silverton via cinamon pass. Both were great but we were worn out. Today Conor and I relaxed with a trip to Telluride via Ophir Pass. A round of disc golf in Telluride and a return to silverton the...
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Mid-day day 7 Jeep trails Headed up to Clear Lake Clear Lake Flatlander coming down the trail
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Evening day 6 We have arrived in Silverton CO. Conor felt well most all day but is tired/napping after 8+ hours of driving.
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Mid-afternoon day 5 Disc golf on the ski slopes. Sangria and sorbet after. Disc Golf Course at Winter Park, CO
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    Flatlander Offroad Trailer's first adventure (more vacation that overlanding)

    Morning day 5 Old Fall River Road, the Alpine Visitors Center and the rest of RMNP were awesome. We watched a herd of 12 elk wander around for 2 hours. Camped at lake Granby. Due to known bears in the area we practiced strict bear protocol with food & trash. Conor proved one can pee from...
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