Alex Schult

I'm a veteran, outdoor enthusiast, long-time photographer, real estate agent, and proud father. Growing up, I spent countless weekends camping with my family, building a love for the outdoors that stuck with me — though college pulled me away from it for a stretch. I reconnected with camping when I moved to California in 1997, and over the past nine years I've gone all-in on overlanding and off-roading, combining my passion for adventure, gear, and photography into a lifestyle I now can't live without. That journey led me to found 4WDTalk — a place for folks like you to get honest, experience-based insights about everything from rooftop tents to recovery gear. Let's hit the trail together — and have some fun doing it.

Dutch Oven Chicken and Dumplings: Camp Comfort Food

Quick Verdict: Dutch oven chicken and dumplings feeds 6 overlanders with 3 pounds of bone-in chicken thighs, carrots, celery, onions, chicken broth, and dropped...

How Long Do Bell Tents Last? Stout’s 7,000-Tent Proof

Quick Facts: Topic: How long bell tents last and what decides their lifespan Realistic lifespan range: 5 to 15 years (quality, care, and use...

Cybertake S2 Pro Review: Best Tent Air Conditioner 45 Days

Quick Facts: Product: Cybertake S2 Pro Portable Camping Air Conditioner Cooling capacity: 5,100 BTU (1,500W) Heating capacity: 6,100 BTU (1,800W auxiliary) Weight: 25.57 lbs...

Bollinger Motors Collapse: How the Boxy EV Died

Quick Facts: Company: Bollinger Motors Founded: 2014 by Robert Bollinger in Hobart, New York Flagship Vehicles: B1 SUV and B2 pickup, 614 hp, 200-mile...

Common Mistakes New Off-Roaders Make With Tire Pressure

I've been running trails for years, and the single most consistent off-road tire pressure mistake I see from new wheelers isn't a recovery skill...

Dutch Oven Lasagna at Base Camp: 60-Minute Overland Bake

Quick Verdict: Dutch oven lasagna feeds 6 overlanders in one pot with browned Italian sausage, jarred marinara, no-boil lasagna noodles, ricotta, and mozzarella. First,...

2027 Ram TRX Release Date: 777 HP Returns This Summer

Quick Verdict: The 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX arrives at U.S. dealerships during the second half of 2026, putting buyers roughly 6 to 10...

Winnebago ARKA Debuts as a New Off-Grid Adventure Truck

Quick Verdict: The Winnebago ARKA is a new off-grid adventure truck. It rides on a RAM 5500 crew cab chassis with a 6.7L Cummins...