The Fun Times Guide to Jeeping

Will Jeep Survive Chrysler's Financial Troubles?

Sun, 03 May 2009 11:01:34 -0600

On Thursday April 30th 2009, Chrysler officially declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

So now what happens?

Will the beloved Jeep survive, or will it disappear into the sunset as GM has slated for such brands as the Hummer, Saturn and Pontiac?

Jeep Jamborees: Official Jeep Events Make Road Trips Fun Again

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 17:21:45 -0600

Every year, from March through October, Jeep hosts their official Jeep Jamboree events at some of the most beautiful trails all across the U.S.

They call it a Jeep owner's off-road driving tradition:

Jeep Jamborees are fun, family-oriented, four-wheel-drive adventures for Jeep vehicle owners that bring together the outdoors, down-to-earth people, and their Jeep 4x4s. -- Jeep

Kids Love Jeeps ...Oh Yeah!

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 16:03:49 -0600

We all know that dogs love Jeeps. But there's no denying that kids love Jeeps, too -- probably even more!

I know the times we've taken our nephew Jeepin' he's had the time of his life, especially when we had the soft top off the Jeep Wrangler.

More pictures of kids who love Jeeps

In case you're thinking of buying a Jeep... or taking your little one for a ride in a Jeep someday soon... I found some interesting things about kids and Jeeps that you might enjoy.

Yes, You Should Definitely Rent A Jeep In Aruba!

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 20:44:35 -0600

When we went to Aruba in November, we knew ahead of time that we were going to go Jeeping. Still, we waited until the last minute to reserve our Jeep.

As a result, we got what must have been THE last Jeep left to be rented on the island that day!

The lesson: don't wait til the day before to rent your Jeep. Book it a couple days early. Make your reservations through the concierge at your hotel or phone the major Jeep rental companies (like Hertz, Budget, etc) directly.

Jeep rentals in Aruba are reasonable: $50 to $60 for the full day (non-4WD vehicles are much cheaper for the day).

Read: The pros & cons of a Jeep rental vs a Taxi ride in Aruba.

The island is only 19 miles long and 6 miles wide, so as long as you start early in the morning, you're likely to get all of the major sights in. It's a great way to spend a day in Aruba!

Here's what our fun-filled day of Jeeping was like in Aruba...

Jeep Videos Demonstrating Some Of The Best Offroad Skill & Determination

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:35:09 -0600

Some of the best offroad Jeep videos...

Some Of The Best Jeep Gifts For Jeep Owners

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:19:43 -0600

Looking for a unique gift for the Jeep owner in your life?

Here are some interesting Jeep gifts available this year...

Be Different: Send Jeep Holiday Cards This Year!

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:01:42 -0600

These Jeep holiday cards from AllThingsJeep.com are among my all-time favorites.

Here's why these Jeep cards are different than most of the other Jeep holiday cards out there (other than the fact that they're definitely unique!)...

Going Off-Road? Be Prepared, Use These Offroad Checklists

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:33:45 -0600

Before you head off-road, you'll want to give a quick once-over to the following offroad checklists in order to make sure that:

your vehicle is up for the trip
your offroad toolbox is properly stocked with the right tools
you take along the right spare parts, basic first aid supplies, and survival gear
you pack some optional accessories that could make the trip more fun

Optional Items You Might Want To Pack For Fun & Convenience Off Road

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:30:08 -0600

To make your off-road trip even more enjoyable, consider toting along a few modern conveniences.

Offroaders: What's In Your First Aid Kit?

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:18:48 -0600

Before you head off-road, it's recommended that you make yourself a first-aid kit in the event that you become hurt or stranded offroad.

Your 4x4 first aid survival kit should be compact, lightweight, dependable and easily accessed.

Here are some things that offroaders should keep in their first aid kit...

Off-Road Supplies & Safety Gear Every Offroader Needs

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:20:56 -0600

Better safe than sorry!

The following safety and recovery equipment will get you out of most predicaments you might encouter while off-road.

Spare Parts That Are Required When Driving Off Road

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:41:26 -0600

Having the right parts on board could make the difference between walking out and driving out when you're offroading.

Tools To Keep In Your Vehicle When Offroading

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:48:32 -0600

Before heading off road, you should put some thought into what tools you need to put in your offroad toolbox.

Is Your 4WD Vehicle Capable Of Off-Road Travel?

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 11:22:22 -0600

To determine whether your 4x4 vehicle is trail-ready and capable of surviving a trip off-road, first and foremost, you'll want to do a visual inspection -- both inside and out.

Then, you should do a more thorough check of each of the main parts of your 4x4 vehicle.

Here's what to look for...

Geocaching Offroad With A 4x4 Vehicle And A GPS

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:37:27 -0600

When it comes to geocaching, you can go the safe and easy route, or you can choose the more adventurous route. Both are quite fun, but for us, the best part of geocaching is the journey to and from the cache location itself, so the more adventurous the better! Usually that means venturing off the beaten path in search of caches hidden in some of the most remote locations.

These caches can often be quite challenging to find -- even with the help of a GPS! And, if you're a seeker of the most "challenging" caches, then you'll want to be sure you have the right wheels beneath you to get you there and back safely.

Following are some tips for geocaching offroad with your 4x4.