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Dick, Are Antler Point Restrictions an Acceptable Form of Deer Management?

If you’re into chasing bucks and hitting the backcountry in a built rig, you’ve probably heard the term Antler Point Restrictions (APRs) get thrown around. The idea? Only harvest bucks with a certain number of points—usually 3 or 4 on one side—so younger deer get to grow up and “become something.”

Cool theory. But does it actually help? Or is it just another rule that looks good on a clipboard and does nothing in the real world?

Let’s break it down—Big Dick Offroad style.

What APRs Say They Do

Wildlife agencies pitch APRs as a way to protect young bucks and build a stronger, older-age-class herd. More mature bucks means better breeding, bigger racks, and happier trophy hunters.

If you’re looking to hang something heavy on the wall, or you’re about long-term herd health, it can be a solid strategy.

What They Actually Do (Sometimes)

Here’s where it gets messy. APRs don’t always work like they’re supposed to—especially in areas where the terrain is gnarly, game is scattered, and access depends on whether your rig can make it up a washed-out two-track.

  • In low-density areas, you might never see a legal buck.

  • Meanwhile, does multiply like crazy, wrecking habitat and pushing younger deer out.

  • And if you’re just looking to fill a cooler, APRs can leave you standing there thinking, “I could’ve shot three today, but they were all ‘illegal.’”

It’s not conservation if it kills opportunity and jacks up balance.

The Off-Road Hunter’s Angle

This is where the off-road lifestyle and deer management crash into each other.

Most folks reading this aren’t tree-stand weekend warriors. You’re hauling gear 20 miles up a logging road in a lifted van or locking hubs on a rocky climb before dawn. You know that the real work starts where the pavement ends.

So here’s how APRs affect our game:

  • More restrictions = more people crammed in the same zones looking for the same “legal” buck. Overcrowded trailheads. Pressure all over the place. Less solitude.

  • Deeper hunts = bigger demand on your rig. APRs often mean passing on deer and pushing farther in. If your vehicle sucks, good luck.

  • Local terrain needs local rules. You can’t slap the same antler restriction across wide-open plains, dense forest, and high-mountain backcountry and expect it to work everywhere. Nature doesn’t run on blanket policies.

So, Is It Working?

Sometimes. But not always. APRs might help in high-density areas with balanced herds and plenty of cover.

In real-deal off-road country? It depends. If it’s not backed by data and tuned to the terrain, it’s just another layer of red tape between you and a clean, ethical harvest.

Final Word

At Big Dick Offroad, we’re all about access, freedom, and respect for the land. Whether you’re wrenching on your rig or packing out an old bruiser of a buck, it’s about doing it right and doing it smart.

Antler Point Restrictions can be part of that—but only if they’re backed by boots-on-the-ground logic. Otherwise, leave the wildlife alone and let real hunters and land stewards handle business.

Want to make your backcountry setup hunt-ready? We’ve got the gear. We’ve got the upgrades. And we’ve got your six when the trail turns rough.

Big Dick Offroad. Go farther. Hunt harder. No compromises.

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Changing Your Hunting Tactics for Late Season Success—With Help From Your 4×4

Late season hunting separates the grinders from the quitters. The weather gets brutal, deer patterns shift hard, and access becomes a major challenge. This is where your 4×4 rig stops being a luxury and starts becoming a weapon.

If you’re serious about punching a tag in the final weeks, it’s time to change your tactics—and use every off-road advantage you’ve got.

1. Access Terrain Others Won’t Touch

By late season, deer have seen it all. They’re pushed deep into hard-to-reach cover where foot traffic drops off. This is where a capable 4×4 opens up opportunities.

  • Backdoor entry routes: Use your vehicle to reach overlooked access points, old logging roads, or ridge trails other hunters avoid. A few inches of snow or mud? No problem.

  • Haul-in options: With the right setup—think racks, trailers, or rooftop storage—you can bring in blinds, heaters, and extra gear to hunt longer and smarter, even in remote areas.

Pro Tip: Always park far enough from your hunt zone to avoid engine noise and scent drift. Use the vehicle for access, not as a crutch.

2. Focus on Food and Thermal Cover—And Get There Efficiently

Deer in late season are on a tight schedule: conserve energy, find calories, survive the cold. You need to be just as efficient—and your 4×4 can help.

  • Scout fast and smart: Use your vehicle to cover more ground when glassing fields or checking cameras. Focus on south-facing slopes, thick bedding, and food sources like standing corn, beans, or late-dropping acorns.

  • Set up fast, stay mobile: Mobility is key. Use your 4×4 to deploy pop-up blinds or lightweight stand setups in fresh areas. When the wind shifts, you can reset in minutes—not hours.

3. Beat the Elements, Stay in the Game

Cold weather wears you down fast—but not if you’re prepared.

  • Mobile warm-up station: Turn your vehicle into a heated basecamp between sits. Dry out gloves, warm your boots, and reset your mental game.

  • Haul heavier gear: Late season hunting often means hauling insulated blinds, propane heaters, and thicker layers. A 4×4 setup with racks or a bed platform makes this easy—and keeps you out there longer.

Final Word: Late Season Is Built for the Off-Road Hunter

Most hunters fade when the weather turns. Snow, ice, deep mud? They give up. You don’t. With the right mindset—and the right 4×4—you can go farther, hunt smarter, and reach deer others can’t touch.

Adapt. Go off-road. Get it done.

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3 Ways To Stay Mentally Fresh Off-Grid in the Late Season

Don’t be a Dick!

Late season hits different. The temps drop. The ruts fade. You’re cold, tired, and questioning why you’re five days deep into mud, snow, and silence. That’s the mental game—and if you want to keep going when others fold, you’ve got to have a system.

Here are three no-BS ways to stay mentally fresh off-grid when the season gets long and lonely.

1. Build a Daily Win — Small, Fast, Non-Negotiable

Out there, days blur together. One busted axle or frozen boot can kill your motivation. The fix? Lock in one quick “win” every day that’s yours.

  • Make real coffee.

  • Stretch for 5 minutes.

  • Dry out your gear—even just socks.

It sounds simple, but it gives your brain a foothold. You’re not just surviving—you’re controlling something. That shifts your mindset when everything else feels like it’s slipping.

Pro tip: Keep a small dry bag with a “mental reset kit” — instant coffee, clean socks, fire starter, and a music playlist downloaded offline.

2. Control Your Environment (As Much As You Can)

You can’t fight a blizzard or make the rut come back. But you can control your rig, your shelter, and your routines.

  • Keep camp organized. A messy camp is mental chaos.

  • Have backup lighting. Light = morale.

  • Make eating simple and hot. Cold calories = bad mood.

When the terrain is unforgiving, your space can be your sanctuary. Clean gear. Hot food. A truck that starts. These aren’t luxuries—they’re mental armor.

3. Remember Why You’re There

Write it down. Carve it into your cooler. Tattoo it if you have to. Why did you come?

To tag a buck? Test your rig? Escape the noise?

Late season wears you down because it strips away comfort. But if you’re still out there, it means something. Keep that front and center. That purpose can outlast any storm, any bad night, any “should I head home?” moment.

Your worst day out here still beats your best day stuck in traffic.

Final Word

Late season off-grid isn’t about being the toughest guy on Instagram. It’s about grit. You vs. the mental grind. And if you want to stay sharp when the cold and silence set in, it comes down to habits, order, and why you started.

You already built the rig. Packed the gear. Drove past the pavement.

Now finish the season with your head right.

BigDickOffroad.com
We don’t just build tough trucks. We build tougher minds.

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Ambassador Spotlight: The Champion – Ricky Johnson

oss King to Off-Road Legend

At Big Dick Offroad, we don’t just build for the trail—we build for people who push it to the edge, break the rules, and still come out on top. That’s why today’s Ambassador Spotlight isn’t just about someone who races. It’s about someone who owns the dirt.

Meet Ricky Johnson—motocross icon, off-road champion, and the kind of guy who treats a finish line like a starting gate.

From Bikes to Beasts

If you were breathing dirt in the ‘80s and ‘90s, you already know the name. Ricky Johnson dominated motocross, stacking 7 AMA national championships before most people were done learning to shift.

Then he did what real champions do: he reinvented himself.

Swapped the two wheels for four. Took that fire into the world of short-course off-road racing, and once again started blowing doors off.

TORC. LOORRS. Baja. Ricky didn’t just show up—he showed out.

Why Ricky Johnson Represents Big Dick Offroad

Because he gets it.

  • He knows what it means to go all-in.

  • He’s blown up gear, eaten dirt, and kept pushing.

  • He’s put in the hours in the garage, the grit on the trail, and the heart in the race.

That’s the same mentality we bring to every build, every lift kit, every trail mod, and every customer who wants to go farther than the GPS says is smart.

Ricky rides for the culture. That’s Big Dick Offroad to the core.

Ricky’s Off-Road Resume

If you think he left the winning behind with motocross, think again:

  • Baja 1000 Class Champion

  • LOORRS Pro 2 Winner

  • TORC Series Contender

  • Inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame

  • Worked with the U.S. military on high-performance off-road tactical driving

He’s not just a racer—he’s an off-road tactician.

What We Can All Learn from Ricky

You don’t stop chasing wins just because the format changes. Whether it’s a dirt bike, a trophy truck, or a built Sprinter, the mindset stays the same:

  • Show up ready.

  • Go hard.

  • Don’t apologize for being aggressive.

And when you need a machine that can back that up, you don’t settle. You build it right. You build it strong. You build it Big Dick Offroad style.

Final Word

Ricky Johnson is the kind of ambassador who doesn’t need to hold up a branded water bottle to prove anything. His legacy is already written—on race tracks, in the desert, and in the guts of every machine he’s ever driven.

We’re proud to shout him out. Not just because he’s a champion—but because he’s a reminder of what this lifestyle is really about:

Going full send, and never letting off.

Big Dick Offroad. Ride like Ricky. Build like us.

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How to Clean Your Favorite Off-Road Vehicle After Going Off-Grid

Because Mud Is Temporary, but Rust Is Forever

We get it—you’re not afraid to send it. Mud holes, river crossings, dusty canyons, rocky switchbacks—you built your rig for this. But just because you use it like a beast doesn’t mean you should leave it like one.

If you’re serious about off-roading, cleaning your rig isn’t just about looks. It’s about protecting your investment, keeping parts working, and making sure the next ride isn’t the one that leaves you stranded.

Here’s how we do it at Big Dick Offroad—no fluff, just facts.

1. Don’t Wait. Clean It ASAP.

Letting mud, sand, or salty grime sit is the fastest way to eat through paint, seize up bearings, and trigger rust in all the wrong places.

After you unload:

  • Hose it down right away—don’t wait days

  • Focus on undercarriage and wheel wells first

  • Remove caked-on mud before it dries like concrete

Pro tip: A pressure washer is your best friend. If you don’t have one, find a self-serve car wash bay and bring your own degreaser.

2. Undercarriage: The Forgotten War Zone

You think your paint job took a hit? Wait until you look underneath. The undercarriage catches everything—mud, gravel, salt, roadkill, whatever.

Clean it like this:

  • Use a pressure washer or undercarriage wand

  • Get into the suspension, control arms, skid plates, and diffs

  • Check for anything hanging loose, leaking, or bent

Don’t forget: Spray out your frame rails. Mud sitting in there will rust you out from the inside.

3. Engine Bay: Spray Smart

You don’t need a spotless engine bay, but you also don’t want a grease trap that cooks your components.

What to do:

  • Cover air intake and electrical connections with plastic bags

  • Use degreaser on dirty spots

  • Rinse gently—low pressure, cool water

Let it dry fully before firing it up. That steam cloud you see after a hard spray-down? Not ideal.

4. Interior: Sand, Dirt, and Stank Be Gone

Off-grid trips mean dirty boots, spilled coffee, jerky crumbs, and gear funk.

To clean it out:

  • Pull floor mats, vacuum everything

  • Wipe dash, door panels, and console with a mild cleaner

  • Hit the seats with a damp microfiber cloth

  • If it smells like a gym locker, throw in a charcoal bag or ozone bomb

If your rig has a rubberized floor or drain plugs? Even better—hose that sucker out.

5. Don’t Forget the Details

Want your rig to look like it just conquered hell and came back clean? Hit these extras:

  • Clean your lights—mud reduces brightness, which can be deadly at night

  • Scrub wheels and brake calipers (brake dust = corrosion)

  • Check your winch and recovery gear—clean, dry, and re-spool the line

  • Re-lube door seals and suspension components if needed

Final Touch: Finish with a coat of spray wax or ceramic to make next time easier. Mud sticks less. Cleaning goes quicker.

Final Word

You don’t baby your rig. Good. That’s not what it’s built for. But if you’re going to ride hard, clean smart. Maintenance = freedom. And the cleaner your machine, the less downtime you’ll have when adventure calls again.

So grab that pressure washer, pop the hood, and give your beast the post-mission reset it deserves.

Big Dick Offroad. Built to get dirty. Ready to clean up.

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Things to Remember When Storing Fishing Gear (and Taking It Off-Road)

 

Because Your Rods Deserve Better Than a Tangle in the Backseat

If you fish and wheel, you already know: your gear takes a beating.

Whether you’re chasing bass at a backwoods lake or hauling down to a remote river in your rig, one thing’s certain—if you don’t store your fishing gear right, it won’t last. Rods snap. Reels get sandblasted. Tackle turns into rusted scrap.

At Big Dick Offroad, we see too many good rigs with trashed gear bouncing around in the back. So here’s what you need to know to keep your fishing setup tight—even when the trail gets gnarly.

1. Rod Storage: Secure It or Snap It

Your rods are precision tools—not broomsticks. Shoving them under a seat or across the dash? Bad move. One wrong bump and you’ve got a broken tip or worse.

Better options:

  • Roof rack rod holders – Secure and trail-proof.

  • Rod tubes or hard cases – Great for long hauls or fly rods.

  • In-rig rod mounts – If you’re running a van or truck buildout, custom holders keep rods safe and out of the way.

Bottom line: Treat your rods like a rifle—clean, dry, and properly stored.

2. Reels Need TLC Too

Dirt, sand, and moisture are reel killers. If you’re off-roading through dust or rain and just tossing reels loose in the back, you’re asking for corrosion.

Do this:

  • Loosen drags before storage

  • Rinse with freshwater after every muddy or salty trip

  • Store in padded cases or clean tackle bags

  • Drop a silica pack in the box to fight moisture

Pro tip: Keep a backup reel sealed in a ziplock with a few essentials, just in case you blow one up mid-trip.

3. Tackle Management: Less Is More on the Trail

You don’t need a full-on tackle shop rolling around in your truck bed. When off-roading to fishing spots, weight and organization matter.

Smart move:

  • Use compact utility boxes with clear labels

  • Break it down by target species or water type

  • Keep a grab-and-go “trail kit” for quick missions

Avoid: overloading the rig with 30 pounds of gear you’ll never use. Travel lean, fish smart.

4. Moisture Is the Enemy

Fishing means water. Off-roading means mud. Combine the two and your gear can become a science experiment if you don’t dry it out.

Remember:

  • Never seal wet gear in a bag or box

  • Pop open tackle trays after trips

  • Hang rods and waders in a ventilated space

  • Dry your soft plastics or they’ll melt into each other like some mutant glob

Bonus tip: If you’ve got a rig with storage compartments, add vent holes or moisture-wicking liners.

5. Custom Storage = Off-Road Dominance

You’ve spent real money building your rig—why treat your gear like an afterthought?

If you’re serious about combining fishing and off-roading:

  • Build out drawer systems

  • Mount rod tubes inside your topper or canopy

  • Add a battery-powered light and charging station for night missions

  • Use MOLLE panels to keep tools, line, and extras in check

A clean setup means faster gear access, less damage, and a more badass backcountry fishing rig.

Final Word

Look—at Big Dick Offroad, we’re not about babying gear, but we do believe in taking care of what works hard for you. Your fishing setup should be trail-ready, organized, and tough enough to ride shotgun on any off-road mission.

Secure it. Dry it. Protect it. Then hit the dirt and go find the water that nobody else can reach.

Big Dick Offroad. Built to haul. Geared to fish. Ready for anything.

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Into the Big Woods: Oregon’s Off-Road Playground

When you’re driving into Oregon’s deep woods, you’re not just off the beaten path—you’re off the damn map. This isn’t mall-crawling in some suburban loop. This is the Big Woods. Towering Douglas firs, soaked clay trails, switchbacks carved by time and timber trucks, and mud holes so deep they’ve got names like “Widowmaker” and “The Bathtub.” Welcome to God’s country for off-roaders.

Oregon’s terrain isn’t just one flavor of dirt. It’s a buffet of off-road brutality:

  • Tillamook State Forest: The holy grail of NW wheeling. 250+ miles of trails that range from scenic cruiser to “hope you brought spare axles.” Brown’s Camp, Archers Firebreak, and Cedar Tree Trail are names every rig in the PNW should know. Bonus: You can get muddy, break your rig, and still make it back to camp before sundown.

  • Mt. Hood National Forest: Less crowded but just as unforgiving. Here, the trails wind through volcanic rock, alpine forest, and logging remnants. It’s a landscape that changes with every mile. One second it’s pine needles and puddles, the next it’s boulders and drop-offs.

  • Siuslaw National Forest: Lush, green, and soaked half the year—Siuslaw is the kind of place where your tires either grip or you’re gripped by gravity. Ideal for those who like technical terrain and aren’t afraid of a little water (okay, a lot of water).

But it’s not just the ground that’ll test you—it’s the weather. One moment it’s sunny. The next, it’s a torrential downpour that turns trail dust into axle-deep soup. Oregon doesn’t care how clean your rig was this morning. It’ll make damn sure it’s dirty by nightfall.

And let’s not forget the wildlife. Deer, bear, elk, and the occasional annoyed porcupine remind you you’re not just a visitor—you’re trespassing on turf that was wild long before you showed up with your 37-inch tires and a steel bumper.

This is where off-roaders earn their stripes. No asphalt. No cell signal. Just you, your rig, and whatever the Big Woods decides to throw at you that day.

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