Recent content by howell_jd

Occasionally this has gotten out of hand here (and before) but many of the posts on both sides have been inflammatory - not just on the part of ER owners or ER supporters. My mama taught me that asking for assistance politely often generates more support than ventilating frustrations although...

I echo the sentiment of the duly earned respect of ******** and Pip Smith! The opportunity to correspond with such a well-travelled and down-to-earth couple was really a treasure. It bears saying that their gracious attitude and generosity are truly genuine. Sharing their experiences through their...

I look forward to the forthcoming articles in Overland Journal. They will definitely be a source of great wanderlust during my "beach" trip...well it will be hot and sandy and "attitude dictates altitude" sometimes. Enjoy the ride! Best wishes for safe journeys and plentiful exciting moments...

I own the "Around the World" EarthRoamer courtesy of ******** and Pip Smith. At nearly 90,000-miles on the clock I have now logged more miles in the US than it was subjected to on the ATW journey. The trip has not been without ups and downs - that is what adds flavor (if not excitement...plenty of...

EarthRoamer is a top-rate company with fantastic people at every level. Not only do you get great service and support, the community of owners is diverse and welcoming. The looks and styling of the ER are matched by the performance and durability inside too; rugged and functional from the very...

The XV-JP is identified in the "About Us" section. Making things smaller is frequently tougher than "going big" - there are certainly enough build threads here that capture the all-too-often over-GVWR consequences of an old Army saying..."One is none, two is one" or one of my personal favorites...

Wow. The bottom of the windows for the HD are ABOVE (!!!) the roofline of the LTS's cab. :Wow1: I never thought I'd be able to say, "I love my little ER" with a straight face. Well done indeed. Jonathan

Thanks - I was promoted on 1 October 2011 and I am still getting used to it. It is satisfying to know that I can no longer make major mistakes! It seems now they have grown (groan)! Jonathan

It certainly is creative and imaginative. For me it is the family inclusiveness that has the most meaningfulness. I truly appreciate the ability to generate a "team" sense of accomplishment and achievement - they certainly did that (and more) as a family with Shachagra. It isn't in the same...

Brilliant! I have enjoyed every aspect of this - and I look forward to "retirement" and projects galore as well. For the time being my own small family is much-enjoying our EarthRoamer. Exploring and travel is in my blood too. Thank you so much for your insights as well as your service! Jonathan

That is great! Thanks so much! Jonathan

There have been quite a few posts on the Travel Channel's Extreme RVs and Killer RVs but I found the solo-custom build by retired Navy pilot Doug Cuthbert for his family of five to travel Europe to be by-far the most exceptional, genuine, and inspiring! The 2-minute long YouTube is SUPERB! What...

My daughter loves the ride "upstairs" during off-road travel...of course we buckle her in for the more breath-taking trails (with cliffs)! She is 9-years old today! Happy Birthday Naomi! Jonathan

That is COOL! What a great find. Lucky young man - and a clever papa! Great work. Jonathan

Hey, that's me! I must have been on the way to Colorado Springs and NORAD/NORTHCOM because I don't see my bike on the back. Thanks for spotting me! Jonathan