Clive Winters

I have spent 17 years camping, exploring, and chasing quiet ground far from paved roads. I measure a good trip by how long my phone stays dark, and I plan routes around the places most people skip. I am a dedicated photographer, so I carry a camera on every outing and document the light I find along the way. When camp is set, I trade the wheel for a rod and fish fresh water lakes and rivers for whatever is biting. I write for 4wdTalk to help you gear up, plan smarter, and reach the same remote country I love.

Ford Bronco Basecamp: The Factory Pop-Top Bronco America Does Not Get

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How to Buy and Sell a Used Overland Trailer in a Crowded 2026 Market

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Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Closures and Fire Restrictions for Fall 4×4 Trips

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Best Sleeping Gear of 2026: 15 Picks for a Camping Sleep System That Works

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2027 Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid: 457 HP, and 3.1 Fewer Gallons of Range

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Rated vs Unrated Recovery Points: The Numbers Behind the Label

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Fire Restrictions Lifted Across 4 Western Regions: Where Campfires Are Legal Again

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Jeep Hardtop Theft Prevention: Every Countermeasure, Ranked by Friction and Cost

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