Goats Trail 4x4 Off-Road Blog
Get Out There This Summer
The 4Runner is ready. The trails are open. All that's left is loading up the cooler, strapping on the recovery gear, and pointing the wheels toward the dirt. Gear up at Goats Trail and make this summer overlanding season the one you remember.
Secure His New Favorite Gear Today
Giving your dad gear that aligns with his favorite weekend hobby shows true thoughtfulness. Instead of another boring tie or a generic toolset, wrap up an officially licensed TRD hat or a comfortable Polaris tee.
Remember to browse the full men's apparel collection early to ensure you beat the shipping deadlines. With free shipping on orders over $69 and a massive selection of high-quality items, you have everything you need to make this Father's Day a complete success.
Dressing for Summer on the Trail
Summer off-roading means heat, dust, and sun exposure. The priorities are:
• Breathability — you don't want to overheat in the cab or on the trail
• Comfort — long days mean you need gear you can move in freely
• Sun protection — exposed terrain and high elevation UV is real
• Style — because looking good on the trail has always mattered
The Catch? It's Not Coming Here
Despite what would seem like perfect positioning against vehicles like the Ford Bronco Sport, Toyota has confirmed the Land Cruiser FJ will not be sold in North America or Europe.
Why? The 2.7‑liter engine isn’t aligned with the stricter emissions and efficiency targets in the US and Europe, and Toyota hasn’t engineered a compliant hybrid or diesel variant for those markets.
Import tariffs from Thailand (where the FJ is built) would add roughly 19% to the price, essentially killing its affordable positioning.
And the IMV platform isn't used in any current North American Toyota models, meaning dealers would need entirely new parts inventories and training.
ORBA is here — and that matters more than it sounds
Here's a big update: the Off-Road Business Association, now a SEMA-owned subsidiary, will have a major exhibitor and sponsor presence at West 2026, as Overland Expo joins as a Platinum‑level member.
You may not be fully aware of ORBA's work, as much of it isn't glamorous — it's lobbying, coalition-building, economic impact reporting, and supporting federal legislation that keeps motorized access to public lands open.
But here’s why ORBA matters. You know those trails you plan routes around? ORBA is part of why they're still accessible. And at Overland Expo West, their leadership will host sessions at the event on land-use issues and how to plug in.
If you've ever wanted to do more than sign digital petitions on land-access issues, their booth is the first stop you should make at the expo.
