From beginner to novice, everyone needs a tip or new technique to practice before going offroad. Add a few of these titles to your offroad library before heading for the trails.
1. 4-Wheel Freedom: The Art of Off-Road Driving - Paperback
Whether you're thinking about buying a 4wd vehicle or are already an experienced 4-wheeler... Learn how to drive on snow, ice, rocks, mud and hills, plus how to choose and use off-road tires, winches and other specialty gear. Every 4WD owner should own this handy book. Written by Brad DeLong, 1997.
2. Four Wheel Drive Handbook - Paperback
This is a good, informative handbook for someone just starting out with a four-wheel drive vehicle. Written by Cameron A. Warren and James T. Crow, 1976.3. Four Wheel Drive/Off Road, Off Limits - Hardcover
A full-color, up-to-date look at a range of popular and adventurous vehicles is loaded with technical specifications and details, and includes coverage of Jeeps, Explorers, Blazers, Pathfinders, and Land Cruisers. Written by Graham Scott, 1995.4. 4WD Driving Skills
A 4WD manual for on- and off-road travel. Written by Vic Widman5. Off-Road Recovery Techniques - Paperback
This is a practical handbook that provides some good safety information, and recommends a very comprehensive toolkit. The gadgets and tricks mentioned here are well suited to four-wheeling in general. Written by by Nick Cole, 1996.6. Offroad 4WD: Choosing, Using & Maintaining Go Anywhere Vehicles - Hard
This book has good experience and insight to offer. The British point-of-view makes the book a bit quirky and centered on Land Rovers, but offers a refreshing perspective. You won't find the "fat tire", "bigger is better" mentality here. Good information on self-reliant get there and back 4-wheeling is what this book is about. Written by Jack Jackson, 1999.