"Nuts & Bolts, the Overlanding Podcast" by STL Offroad

Guest Charlene Bower of Bower Motorsports Media and The Ladies Offroad Network sits down with us on Episode 3 of Season 2 to discuss education, advocacy and being a badass in the offroad industry. From winning Rebelle Rally, the fastest girl up Backdoor at King of the Hammers and more, Charlene has blazed a path over 30 years in the off-road world. She is a certified trainer with the I4WDTA, and t...

Episode 2 we sit down with I4WDTA Certified Master Trainer, Matt Balazs. Owner/Instructor with On Trail Training based in the front range of the Colorado mountains, Matt is one of the best experts and instructors we know, an amazing friend and damn good human. We sit down in studio and discuss Matt's business, his efforts in environmental stewardship with his work with Stay the Trail (Colorado), B...

STL OFFROAD instructors Ned Crystal and Daniel Tabor recap the highlights of 2025, discuss what's new for 2026 with the company and the podcast. Produced by STL OFFROAD and sponsored by Lucky8 OFFROAD, your source for top quality recovery gear and exceptional Land Rover parts and accessories. For more information on STL OFFROAD visit www.stormtrooperlandy.com and for Lucky8 OFFROAD visit www.lucky...

This week we get into all things Land Rover Defenders, classic vehicles/restoration as well as what to do when thinking of purchasing a vintage 4x4 with Sean Lawler the owner and master mechanic at Artisan Autoworks & South Elm Automotive in Manchester, NH. (https://www.southelmautomotive.com/ & https://artisan-autoworks.com/). Many thanks to our show sponsor Lucky8 Offroad providing our listeners...

This week we sit down with Derek Chace the proprietor of my favorite event "The Pilgrimage Vermont". We discuss the details, stories and all things to give you a behind the scenes look so you can have an awesome experience at this amazing four day overlanding/off-roading base camp weekend in Vermont. make sure to get your tickets at https://the-pilgrimage.com . Many thanks to our show sponsor Luck...

This episode is all about "bags". We had a great conversation with Paul Carrill the CEO/co-owner of Adventure Tool Company (ATC), maker of top quality hand crafted USA sourced and Colorado manufactured gear/tool bags. Paul sheds light on how ATC came to be after decades in law enforcement and his passion of many years of off-road travels/events. For more on ATC (the gear STL OFFROAD carries in our...

We sat down with veteran and overland chef Alex Balderas to talk all things on trail cooking and dive deep into his business Table VIII Overland Catering. Based out of Idaho, Alex brings top quality food to events, excursions and even private venues. Among his successful catering business Alex has partnered with Zero Dark Thirty Coffee to bring to market a proprietary blend of speciality coffee, h...

This week we sit down with Mike and Karen Faber of Yellow Dog Adventures to talk all things Van Life, mechanical systems and epic tours. Mike and Karen share their insights and origin story. To find out more about Yellow Dog Adventures check them out on Facebook at "Yellow Dog Van Adventures" and at their website www.yellowdogadv.com .. Thanks to our show sponsor Lucky8 LLC , purveyors of quality...

Listen as we sit down with Kevin Burden to discuss how Offroading is the Cure for all things. Kevin is a 20+ year off-road enthusiast and instructor. He is a certified instructor with the I4WDTA (International 4 Wheel Drive Trainers Association). We also get into many topics on recovery, synthetic rope/line and much more! If you are in Idaho and are interested in taking a class with Bread Man Offr...

This week help us welcome our new partner here at STL OFFROAD, Daniel Tabor! Daniel and I talk about his extensive background and experience in the off-road world, guiding and how not fall prey to the Off-road Tax. Stories and upcoming events all are covered in this week's episode. Thanks to our sponsor Lucky8 Offroad, who is giving you, our dear listener, a discount on all their quality recovery...

On this episode we talk Rebelle Rally, Uplifting Your Rig, things to consider when getting into off-roading/overlanding, all from the perspective of another badass woman competitor, enthusiast and expert shop owner Jillian Schaible. Jillian is with Apex Overland out of North Carolina an amazing full on customization shop for all your off-road and overlanding needs. Check them out at www.apexoverla...

Lt. Colonel (Retired) US Army Signal Corps. and avid overland enthusiast Lan Dalat (aka The Landalorian) talks with us on his efficient ways of prepping for an overland trip, processes and gear. His many years of service in the Army, postings all across the world were the catalyst for his passion of overlanding. Lan uses systems born in the Army to help him have epic off-road adventures with his f...

Women's Off-road racing with Katie Abraham. We discuss all things Rebelle Rally, desert racing and her roles with both SEMA and as Sr. Marketing Director for IRONMAN 4x4 an off-road accessories and modification company. She is an instructor, enthusiast and competitor who works tirelessly to inspire women getting into the hobby/sport of off-roading. Follow Katie on Facebook and Instagram and check...

In this episode we sit down with I4WDTA certified trainer and OEX (Overland Experts, North Carolina facility) instructor to discuss things from the Trainer's View. John shares his wealth of experience both as an instructor and as an avid off-road enthusiast. We are also excited to announce our first corporate podcast sponsor! Lucky8 Offroad has come on board to support the podcast. In the episode...

Longtime enthusiast, ROAV Land Rover club member, rally goer, trail guide and good friend Mark Formanek joins the podcast for Episode 10! His insights into the world of off-roading, community and advice for hitting the trails are great nuggets of information for the newbie to off-roading and overlanding. We discuss the amazing recovery app from Safe-Xtract that shows you the how to recover techniq...

Sarah Locke is an avid Jeep enthusiast. Having a diagnosis of MS created an obstacle to her love of hiking and the outdoors. Her rig #hashtag has helped her overcome that. Come with us as we talk with Sarah to discuss this amazing part of her life, her incredible community (Jeep Girl Mafia club on Facebook) and the personal growth that off-roading has provided. We talk mods, mistakes, learning and...

Gritdurance is the challenge of the trail, the drive to experience skill and personal growth by adventuring on trail in the off-road world and how it leads to personal transcendence. Come hang out as we dive deep into the philosophical viewpoint of off-roading and performance parts for the 200 Series Land Cruisers with Chad Personeus of J2Hundy Outfitters, CO. To read Chad's blog or see their line...

Rob Shydo owner/guide/instructor of Exploring NH talks about all things "risk management" in this week's episode. With his expertise, we dive deep on how to prepare, determine and avoid risks when it comes to your off-road adventures. Exploring NH offers epic guided excursions, off-road instruction in 4x4 & AWD as well as 1st Aid and Wilderness 1st Aid Certification classes. Check out Exploring NH...

In "What's for dinner" on episode 6, we discuss all things camp cooking with guest Ryan Pinkham. He's an off-road enthusiast and camp chef. He share tips, tricks and ways to prepare elevated food while out on the trail. We discuss equipment, storage, planning and executing delicious meals off-grid. For more information on his partnerships check out STL Offroad (www.stormtrooperlandy.com), Explorin...

On Episode 5, we sit down with avid off-road enthusiast and rookie, Hollie Garvey. A mom, career woman and fan of taking her Jeep off-road, she talks with us about her 1st year of being out and about in her JKU. She runs the social off-road group Epic Pursuit NH (can be found on Facebook). For more information on STL Offroad check out our website www.stormtrooperlandy as well as Instagram and Face...

In this episode, we sit down with Tracy and Mike Horgan. Two avid off-road/overlanders who love to hike, bike, ski and adventure. They share their experiences and insight as a couple in the off-road world. For more information on this episode and all things upcoming, check out the STL Offroad website: www.stormtrooperlandy.com or visit us on Instagram @stormtrooperlandy and Facebook @stloffroad.

In this episode we sit down with Joel German who is the owner of Legacy Offroad Recovery Training and Vice President of the Utah Off Road Recovery Team. Joel has over 19 years doing all kinds of recovery in all kinds of situations. He shares common trail mistakes and gives tips on how to be prepared. To reach. Joel direclty go to www.legacyort.com, to reach the. Utah Off Road Recovery Team, go to...

We sit down with ARC Off-road Training Instructor, I4WDTA Instructor and Board Member of the Four Wheel Association of British Columbia, team member at Revolve Off-road, Leah McQueen to discuss the tips, challenges and her story of being a woman off-roader. Leah brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to share with new women off-road and overlanders. For more information on these amazing organ...

On this episode, we sit down with Ryan Gaertner of Western Slope 4x4. Western Slope 4x4 is an off-road club in Grand Junction/Fruita, CO. Their mission is to have fun off-road, doing it safely, following trail etiquette encompassing all skill levels and vehicle types. Through off-road excursions, meet ups, social involvement to member resources, Western Slope provides great opportunities for its m...

Announcing Nuts & Bolts, the Overlanding Podcast. Introducing the podcast, format and topics that will be discussed during weekly guest interview episodes. Hosted by Ned Crystal and brought to you by STL Offroad, LLC.