You mean like when the zombies come?

 

They’re already here!!

 

Haha well not quite that. More like a SHTF situation where you need to get out in a hurry, but I guess if zombies do come, it’d still work. I’m thinking like storage, fuel, gun(s), first aid, etc.


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I'm building my RZR equipped for longer expedition's as there's thousands of miles of back roads and trails in my area to explore, we are getting geared up for a week long off road tour later this fall or spring. Needing lots of space for the longer hauls I decided to go with a small 5x7 trailer, I'm going to build it up into an off road trailer with larger off road 30" tires and rooftop type tent that goes on it along with a stove, coolers water and fuel storage and all the other items that makes camping more enjoyable. If you wanted a good bug out option I would go with a small trailer ..... leave it all loaded up and if things get swifty backer up, hook it up and burn rubber, that way your RZR is not over loaded when you want if for normal use.

 

That’s a really good idea and your trip sounds like a fun one. How many miles a day do you plan on driving? I’m a big camper myself. If I can get some friends to join, I may have to set up something like this in the future.


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That’s a really good idea and your trip sounds like a fun one. How many miles a day do you plan on driving? I’m a big camper myself. If I can get some friends to join, I may have to set up something like this in the future.

Im guessing the total ride to be around 600 miles approx there and back with a few days of just chillin, we will ride a 100 a day give or take and prob do some exploring after unloading the trailer so we will have to bring lots of fuel that will be stored in the trailer DEF not in the back of the RZR lol

Done loads of 4x4 truck camping but will be the first time trying the RZR out long range so should be an adventure lol

 

If you’re really serious about it being a bugout vehicle, you need to focus on making it quieter, with greater range. The trailer idea is a good one. The problem with a RZR (or any UTV) as a bugout vehicle is that when compared to a 1/2-ton pickup it won’t get any better mileage, can only carry a fraction of what the truck can, is less secure, offers less protection, has less range, and won’t be as fast on paved roads. The benefit would be its capabilities, but how far can you ride by trail from your house? If you’re that deep in the woods, you probably don’t need to bugout anyway. You’re already there lol.

 

BWXT I agree with ya on all that. I have a pickup already that can be used for something for serious. I definitely plan on quieting it down at some point and would use it as more of a recon vehicle. If need be I could hop on and take off wherever. I’m in the woods, but not too deep. However, there are a lot of trails and back roads that can pretty much take me wherever I need to go. I appreciate the ideas from you guys. I’ve been looking for sites that offer products for things like this, but I’m having a harder time with that than anything else. It’s mostly hunting and trail ride equipment that I’m seeing, which I will be using it for as well.


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I've been a prep'r for much of my adult life. You will be pleased with the RZR for short term bug out.

I set ours up for long runs with a mind toward overnight stay. Just got back from western Wyoming where we rode 300 miles worth of wilderness trails in the Bridger Teton national forest. I was completely confident, if we had a problem, we'd be fine for a day or so. A day pack will fit between the seats & we carried extra provisions.

Lots of nooks & crannies to tuck away "stuff" and still have it reasonable secure while on the move. Always keep water on board.

Under the driver's seat - Nalgene with water, MRE, small peanut butter jar with lighter, spark plugs, wire, zip ties and other things.

Additional tools rolled into a tool pouch from Home Depot & it all fits in the glove box. Small peanut butter jars again - toilet paper, feminine hygene products, USB charger & cable, compass, another lighter (2 is 1, 1 in none), paracord, '*******, multi-tool.

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Just enough room behind the passenger seat for a compact shovel. Alternatively an e-tool can be secured there too.

I added a 3" tube to the back of the cage. It holds a cab cover my wife made from an old tent fly.

This Home Depot "otter box" fits nicely under the hood. Note also, a spare belt & Fix A Flat is zip tied to the frame in there too.

A couple things I will add - what we learned on the Wyoming trip and from a wet ride in the upper peninsula - a 6'x10' tarp and rain ponchos.

I will be adding a FuelPax or perhaps a Euro style Jerry can for gas. Strapping a gas can to the back cargo area just isn't good enough.

I recently bought a Midland Backpacker folding 12ga. Handy to have in remote wilderness when you are not always the top predator or to add items to your diet. An AR and 10/22 Takedown will mount below the roof too. :wink

Lastly, my wife is a trooper. She and the little foo foo dog enjoyed an MRE picnic at 8800' elevation above the Hams Fork River basin.

 

You can't beat riding up in the Rockies. I just wish we were closer so we could enjoy it more. We start at our friends in Story WY at 4500' and end up at 11,000', what a ride it is.

 

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I ran premium on this trip. The 900 seemed to run much smoother at elevation. For the little bit of difference in cost, I will do so all the time.

 

The DIY section has a Harbor Freight cargo carrier modified and mounted above the S900 bed, another mounted to the roof to carry stuff. I've even seen one mounted over the front hood, though I'd rather maintain the forward visibility on trails. Tusk rear bones (cage beef up bars) includes a high shelf/rack. RyFab sells a shelf over the bed framework, but it doesn't beef up the cage, just sits on the bed.

 

Watch reruns of Rat Patrol for ideas for .50 cal mounts... There are YouTube videos of military RZR with mounts for various high-rate-of-fire weapons...

 

seems like the molle door bags from Bombshell Gear would work on this build.


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