Leaving your comfort zone

[Cosmic88]

maps and / or charts

Mongo,

You mentioned that one could aquire the maps of the trail system you traveled... wanna post some coipes of them here for us scavengers? OR whats the source so we can buy em and plan/dream?

I'm ready when you guys are

[gudjeon]

Fluids check and give 'er. I used to travel 1000km's in a go. I just don't do something foolish as you know how far away your shop is.

Perhaps some maps, no phone, no GPS. That is the point of going in a Landy-to step back in time.

[mongoswede]

Mongo,

You mentioned that one could aquire the maps of the trail system you traveled... wanna post some coipes of them here for us scavengers? OR whats the source so we can buy em and plan/dream?

I'm ready when you guys are

http://www.transamtrail.com/purchase/

[disco2hse]

Have a read through this thread on AULRO:

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/trip-preparation-suggestions-ideas-advice/60749-suggested-recovery-gear-toolkits-first-aid-convoy-procedure-etc-remote-touring.html

No point in listing it all again

Alan

[Boddington]

Mongo, that trip on your bike reminded me of one of my favorite movies: Motorcycle Diaries, a Spanish film which is set in South America. Some beautiful shots you have.

[RoverForm]

There's an AR7 that never leaves the truck.

what are your thoughts on the AR-7?

[siii8873]

I do a 600mile round trip at times. The only things that I have needed so far are tools to open all the places to check fluids and gear oil. The overdrive always needs a little after about 400 miles. I always have a pretty good stocked tool kit, spare bulbs and fuses, gear oil, engine oil, brake fluid and a pad I use for crawling under the truck.

[Mercedesrover]

what are your thoughts on the AR-7?

I like it. Mine is a Henry. It's a single-purpose rifle that does what it is made for. It is a "survival" rifle meant to be used in a case of emergency for gathering food and/or defensive purposes. I bought it, shot a couple of boxes of ammo through it, cleaned and oiled it liberally and stashed it in the truck. I will take it out and shoot it every few years to make sure everything functions, clean it and put it right back.

But, it is not a plinker, it is not a range gun, it's not an everyday .22 like a Henry lever or Marlin, or whatever. Use it for its intended purpose. I like it because everything fits into the stock and is waterproof. The Marlin Papoose is another good example of a survival .22.

[JimCT]

IMI timberwolf

One to look at would be a .357 carbine, particularly if you are carrying a .357 revolver.

[Mercedesrover]

One to look at would be a .357 carbine, particularly if you are carrying a .357 revolver.

Agreed. When I'm in states where I can carry, I usually wear a Ruger SP101 in .357, and there is almost always a Winchester Trapper (16" barrel) in 30-30 in my truck. I keep my eyes open for a Trapper or short-barrel Marlin in .357 but they seem to be few and far between. I also have a Trapper in .44 that I will match a revolver to some day.

You don't have such a .357 you'd like to part with, do you Jim?

[yorker]

But, it is not a plinker, it is not a range gun, it's not an everyday .22 like a Henry lever or Marlin, or whatever. Use it for its intended purpose. I like it because everything fits into the stock and is waterproof. The Marlin Papoose is another good example of a survival .22.

Don't forget the M6!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M6_Aircrew_Survival_Weapon

I wish Springfield Armory was still selling those, when I last knew they were discontinued.

[yorker]

Agreed. When I'm in states where I can carry, I usually wear a Ruger SP101 in .357, and there is almost always a Winchester Trapper (16" barrel) in 30-30 in my truck. I keep my eyes open for a Trapper or short-barrel Marlin in .357 but they seem to be few and far between.

I still think you need to find one of those IMI Timberwolves:

http://www.remtek.com/arms/imi/timber/index.htm

http://www.gunslot.com/pictures/imi-timberwolf-pump-rifle-357-mag-new-box

[mrdoiron]

Agreed. When I'm in states where I can carry, I usually wear a Ruger SP101 in .357, and there is almost always a Winchester Trapper (16" barrel) in 30-30 in my truck. I keep my eyes open for a Trapper or short-barrel Marlin in .357 but they seem to be few and far between. I also have a Trapper in .44 that I will match a revolver to some day.

You don't have such a .357 you'd like to part with, do you Jim?

Nice Ruger - thought of getting one of those, still may...
In Texas my cars are protected by a Kimber Ultra RCP II with laser sights...smaller doesn't need to mean less powerful
- no gun rack...just quick draw holster...

m

[cgalpin]

Doing the TAT in a rover is on my bucket list!

[derekchace]

I like to take my Enfield No1 MK4 in the Rover and store her behind the seats. Then I carry my beretta Cougar, or PX4. Nothing says for King and Country like a .303.