2012 is almost upon us. Today we look back at 2011, while tomorrow we will forward into 2012. Last year, our readership numbers continued to grow. As of writing this on New Years Eve morning, we had 399,956 individual hits on the website. I expect that we will see over 400,000 by the time the day is done. I would like to thank every reader for making this site possible. Without you and your input, the site would not be possible.

Here is our 10 most popular articles in 2011.
1. Dune Buggy Archives

2. Fall Guy GMC Truck Model

3. Willys Military Jeep Graveyard

4. Do You Remember The Fall Guy Truck?

5. Centurion Four Door Broncos

6. Bumpside F350 Ford Dually Crewcab 4×4

7. Expedition Ready 1977 4×4 Blazer Chalet Camper For Sale

8. 1981 Toyota HJ45 Land Cruiser Troopy For Sale

9. 1978 Toyota FJ45 Land Cruiser Truck For Sale

10. Suzuki Samurai History

I would like to wish everyone Happy Holidays. I hope that these holidays finds you eating to much, enjoying a few drinks and most importantly, spending time with those that you love. From my family to yours, Merry Christmas.

You have probably noticed the lack of articles posted over the last few weeks. I have to apologize for that. However, I feel I have a pretty good excuse.

Two weeks ago my dad was diagnosed with brain cancer for the second time. The diagnosis itself was not a surprise, as dad was loosing strength in his legs and was getting more easily confused. However, he has gone downhill a lot over the last few weeks. I have not written many articles lately because i have been spending as much time as possible with him. He was admitted to the local hospital on Thursday and was sent to the closest cancer clinic yesterday. I am writing this on Fathers Day morning as my brother, sister and mom take the three hour drive each way to visit him.

It is disheartening to see my dad not being able to walk or being so confused. He is a giant of a man with an even bigger heart. He stands almost six and a half feet tall and probably close to three hundred pounds. When you see him, he may seem intimidating due to his size and beard. He looks like a big biker dude or Hillbilly Jim. However, when he smiles, you cannot help but smile as well. Dad’s smile literally goes from ear to ear. Over the years, I have had many women tell me that he reminds them of a great big teddy bear and they just want to go up and hug him.

His heart is what makes dad stand out. He is a kind and gentle man. He is not a man of many words, and does not really talk about feelings. I honestly do not remember my dad telling me that he loves me. I just know he does.

I recently moved from Toronto back to BC and my family was finally able to watch and cheer me on in my running races. Seeing my dad at the finish line of my last half marathon with his huge smile and the amount of pride on his face made all the sweat and pain worthwhile. It was one of the few times in my life he has told me that he is proud of me. But he did not have to tell me. His face said it all.

Dad has never had to tell me that he loves and respects me. Or that he is proud of me. I can hear it in his voice when he calls to ask me for advice about something. I see it when he tells people about about my running, websites or whatever is going on in my life.

Truth be told, I would not have it any other way. My dad is my dad. He is perfect to me the way he is. My dad has always been my hero.

And always will be.

I love you Dad.

Here we have the 10 most read articles in February. It was a busy month at Off Road Action. Between weird and extreme weather, along with a house fire, the site was still very busy! What was your favourite article this month?

1. Fall Guy GMC Truck Model

2. Dune Buggy Archives

3. Do You Remember The Fall Guy Truck?

4. Bumpside F350 Ford Dually Crewcab 4×4

5. Centurian Four Door Broncos

6. 1981 Toyota HJ45 Land Cruiser Troopy For Sale

7. Willys Military Jeep Graveyard

8. Old Ford Crew Cabs

9. Expedition Ready 1977 4×4 Blazer Camper For Sale

10. Suzuki Samurai History

As Mother Nature brings havoc to the east coast with a huge snow storm, we look back on January and the most read articles. Probably the only surprise I have is that how popular some of the older articles still are.

1. Fall Guy GMC Truck Model

2. Do You Remember The Fall Guy Truck?

3. Vintage Photos Of Jeep CJ5 Camper Almost Rolling Off Cliff

4. Dune Buggy Archives

5. Vintage 1971 Mint 400 Desert Race Photos

6. 1981 Toyota HJ45 Land Cruiser Troopy For Sale

7. Most Awesome 4×4 Van Ever For Sale

8. Willys Military Jeep Graveyard

9. Centurian Four Door Broncos

10. Brians Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 Truck

Wow. It is hard to believe that 2010 is over already. It seems like it was just yesterday that we were welcoming 2010. It has been an interesting year for myself. I moved across the country to be closer to my family and to be in a much healthier “outdoorsy” lifestyle. Off Road Action has also enjoyed a very successfull year. We were recognized by some very important people in the media and there was a lot of articles written on major automotive blogs across the world that referenced Off Road Action as their information resource.

You, the reader, have been an incredible source of information. Between the comments on our website to the private emails that you have sent with photos and information, the knowledge our readers have continues to astound me. We will continue to post articles that we find interesting, but are looking to hear from our readers. How can we improve? What would you like to see covered more? Are you a military buff or a old school desert racing guru? Should we continue to feature vehicles for sale? We want to hear from you!

Here is the 20 most read articles in 2010!

1. Fall Guy GMC Truck Model

2. Dune Buggy Archives

3. Willys Military Jeep Graveyard

4. Bumpside F350 Ford Dually Crewcab 4×4

5. Do You Remember The Fall Guy Truck?

6. Old Ford Crew Cabs

7. Early Bronco Camper For Sale

8. Centurian Four Door Broncos

9. 1969 Jeep XJ001 Prototype-A Jeep Sports Car?

10. 1981 Toyota HJ45 Land Cruiser Troopy For Sale

11. Sweptline Dodge Power Wagons

12. 1969 Kaiser Jeep XJ001 Bolide Prototype

13. Meyers Manx Buggy Club

14. More Camper Broncos

15. 1957 Volvo Sugga Radio Car For Sale

16. Bronco Camper Undergoing Restoration

17. Four Wheel Camper Responds To Camperized Bronco Articles

18. Suzuki Samurai History

19. Restored 1941 Dodge WC-12

20. Brians Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 Truck

December is finally over…and I hope that is the end of the cold and flu season for this household! The staff at Off Road Action wish you and your family a happy new year! Here is your 10 most read articles in December 2010.

1. 1969 Kaiser Jeep XJ001 Bolide Prototype

2. Do You Remember The Fall Guy Truck?

3. Fall Guy GMC Truck Model

4. 1969 Jeep XJ001 Prototype-A Jeep Sports Car?

5. Willys Military Jeep Graveyard

6. Dune Buggy Archives

7. 1981 Toyota HJ45 Land Cruiser Troopy For Sale

8. Suzuki Samurai History

9. 1966 Dodge Power Wagon For Sale

10. 1953 Willys Jeep Bobcat-Another Jeep Prototype

Yes, December is here again! Is everyone ready for Christmas. All the presents have been bought already, right? Below, we have the 10 most read articles in November. What was your favourite post last month?


1. Do You Remember The Fall Guy Truck?

2. Fall Guy GMC Truck Model

3. Willys Military Jeep Graveyard

4. Dune Buggy Archives

5. 1981 Toyota HJ45 Landcruiser Troopy For Sale

6. 1966 Dodge Power Wagon For Sale

7. Centurian Four Door Broncos

8. Old Ford Crew Cabs

9. M715 Zone

10. Bumpside F350 Ford Dually Crewcab 4×4

We are actively looking for authors to research and write articles for Off Road Action. We are looking for people that have an interest in vintage vehicles and love talking about them. Each staff member has their own areas of specialty and we are looking to expand our knowledge base. The fact that we do not currently pay for articles is overshadowed by the fact that you get to see your name on the front page of Off Road Action! We are working on reimbursing our authors, but need for the advertising income to become a little larger first.

Why is this job not a job? Well, as mentioned earlier, we do not pay. It is more than that, though. Vintage 4×4′s is a passion, a lifestyle. If you are reading this, you know exactly what I am talking about. To the average enthusiast, writing an article about their favourite vehicle or event is not a job at all. It is a pleasure…

October has been an interesting month at Off Road Action. The website was down for a week and we are still recovering from that. Once again, we appologize for that! Here is the ten most read articles for October 2010.

1. Fall Guy GMC Truck Model

2. Dune Buggy Archives

3. Willys Military Jeep Graveyard

4. Bumpside F350 Ford Dually Crewcab 4×4

5. 1978 Toyota FJ45 Land Cruiser Truck For Sale

6. 1981 Toyota HJ45 Landcruiser Troopy For Sale

7. Centurian Four Door Broncos

8. The M715 Zone

9. 1983 RHD Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 Troopy For Sale

10. 1969 Jeep XJ001 Prototype: A Jeep Sports Car?