Expedition/Overland Training - CT

[sparg93]

Thanks Battle, some really good intel and advice.

With regards to fuel, I will have an extra 15-30gals on me at all times. The tire carrier will hold x2 jerry cans and I'm hoping the trailer will also hold x2 jerry cans.

 

[BattelWagun]

Sound's like you've done the research to be pretty prepared! Now all that's left is to enjoy the trip!

 

[noJeepshere]

I'm keeping tabs on this! And if I'm still in Alaska when you show up here I'll show you around

 

[sparg93]

I'm keeping tabs on this! And if I'm still in Alaska when you show up here I'll show you around

Riley - if you hear a random knocking on your door and see a black tahoe in your driveway, I have arrived and I'm taking you up on that offer!

It's last minute, but if anyone wants to join, the date was changed to next week week - 19th, 20th, 21st.

If you're interested, let me know immediately....each day it's 9a-5p

 

[sparg93]

Folks - the training was AMAZING and is something everyone here should do...IMHO of course.

We all drive heavy rigs with some weak points and if you know how to work around them, our big trucks are a blast to drive and quite capable. Also, for everyone out there that loves to buy gear...Overland Experts (OEX) has everythig you need onsite (CT & VA) so you can try before you buy and receive recommendations from the pros and your fellow drivers.

In addition to driving, there is also a lot of hands-on with all the recovery gear you will need (hi-lift, straps, pulleys, pull pall, winch, etc etc)...and knowing how to use them in multiple situations is a lifesaver.

I've driven toys from Boats to Heavy Rescue Trucks and everything in between and I learned more in three days then I ever could have imagined. It was amazing to see the growth in our skills, confidence and how quickly we all started working together. There were so many things OEX taught me that would have taken an exceptional amount of trial/error and broken parts to figure it out on my own.

Just about every steep hill we came up to...I was thinking/saying, "no way, not going to happen" and each time we figured it out and we all made it through (even the Heavy Chevy)! Their motto is vehicle preservation/safety and I can say without a doubt, Garrett's patience and walking me through the tricky stuff really elevated my level of skill driving this rig.

For the price, the experience and quality of training is truly invaluable. Garrett is top notch and his extensive experience training people to drive in these condition was evident throughout our three days. Just driving home from their CT facility I kept thinking about driving on the nearest dirt road and utilizing my new found skill.

Anyone in the NorthEast or Virginia (they have two facilities) seriously needs to check out Overland Experts and give Bruce (CEO) a call. We set up a private three day lesson, but there are a ton of options for shorter and longer classes with either 1:1 or lots of trucks...and they are customized for what you want to learn!!!

Just for fun, here are some pictures!

Niall getting wet:



Pat going big



My Heavy Chevy getting up there...my cousin joined the trip




All of us about to hit the rocks


A sincere thanks to Overland Experts for an incredible adventure and training!!

 

[WalterMitty]

Great Post!

 

[96ProCompTahoe]

looks pretty cool. wish we had something like that around here to hit up just to see what can be learned.

 

[95escahoe]

that is a pretty sick place I am from CT and never knew this place existed, Ill have to look into going there sometime, wouldn't take my truck would have to use there's, kinda wish mine didn't have the Escalade/Denali conversion cause if it didn't I would lift it and wheel it

 

[sparg93]

that is a pretty sick place I am from CT and never knew this place existed, Ill have to look into going there sometime, wouldn't take my truck would have to use there's, kinda wish mine didn't have the Escalade/Denali conversion cause if it didn't I would lift it and wheel it

They have some pretty cool trucks there you can choose and it's only a few bucks more per day.

Walter - thanks!! I know you also had some training in your neck of the woods (saw an old post of yours)...pretty amazing what you can learn from the pros.

96 - I think Garrett is training at the Overland Expo in May - take a drive to Arizona and wheel with us!

 

[noJeepshere]

I surely hope there's something like that out in the Pacific Northwest region, cause if there's not I hate you because I will eventually end up out that way taking that course.