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Underpowered Hour

From Pangolin4x4 and The Beres Collection it’s The Underpowered Hour, a podcast about the Best 4x4xFar, the Land Rover. Join Ike Goss and Steve Beres each week as they discuss Land Rover news, talk to amazing guest and bring you segments like, Tip Top Tool Tips, Fix It Or Replace it and everyone’s favorite, Celebrity Land Rover Owner Of The Week. It’s the Land Rover Podcast you didn’t know you needed!

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  • Jan 22, 2024 · 1 hr 4 min

    The Winter Breakdown

    It that time of year again, the Winter Breakdown is here! The team recounts their journey through the desert in vintage Land Rovers. The team loses one of the dogs in a desert only to rescue it from a precarious mountainside. After navigating technical difficulties with one of the vehicles and enduring harsh weather conditions, the trip is ultimately branded as a success. All that and more! 00:09 Introduction and Welcome to the Show 01:25 The Winter Breakdown: Recalling Past Adventures 02:03 The New Challenge 02:52 The Search for the Perfect Doormobile 04:46 The Preparations for the Trip 09:56 The Journey Begins: Heading into the Desert 10:55 Exploring the Saline Valley and the Legend of the Beekeeper 20:42 The Unexpected Debacle: A Lost Dog and a Broken Down Vehicle 33:19 The Search Continues: Using a Drone for Aerial Reconnaissance 34:50 Challenges with Drone Operation 35:33 Hiking Up the Steep Terrain 36:06 The Struggle of Carrying Equipment 37:44 The Search for the Lost Dog 38:13 The Joy of Finding the Dog 38:41 The Challenge of Rescuing the Dog 41:38 The Unexpected Rescue 41:45 The Aftermath of the Rescue 48:23 Exploring the Surroundings 53:41 The Unexpected Arrival of Friends 57:17 The Journey Back Home

  • Jan 15, 2024 · 53 min

    The Annual Rovertalk Land Rover Market Recap

    This week Ike and Steve are joined by Dan and Ivan from the Rovertalk Podcast for the annual Land Rover market review and a look ahead and what’s going to be hot in ’24. What sold, what didn’t and what did people pay too much for! Also, what about to hit that market and what should you be looking out for.

  • Jan 8, 2024 · 54 min

    Chris Walker of Overland Expo, Rebelle Rally and Overland Training Canada

    This week, Ike, Steve, and Jenna are joined by international man of mystery, Overland Training Canada's very own Chris Walker! Whether it’s running the off-road skills area for Overland Expo or traversing the desert for the Rebelle Rally, Chris does it all. Where has he been, and what has he done? What are some of his top tips for overland travel and off-road driving? The answers to all that and more in this low-range, high-adventure episode!

  • Jan 1, 2024 · 31 min

    2023 Clip Show looking back on the top episodes of the year

    In this episode, we're looking back at the year. Remember when we chatted with Mercedes Lilienthal about the Ineos Grenadier? Or Ike, Jenna, and Linus on a road trip to the Cooma Land Rover festival? It's a wonder no one died! We also got some in-person time with the legendary Duncan Barbour and Bob Ives while Liza and Steve were in the UK. 2023 was packed with events, too, like the G4 Recreation, Defender Trophy, and Destination Defender. And 2024 promises to be just as exciting, with more great podcast episodes, YouTube shorts, and events starting with Overland Expo West

  • Dec 25, 2023 · 51 min

    Classic Replay - Top 5 Workshop improvement projects, new Range Rovers leaking oil and what JD Power has to say about Land Rovers

    It's a classic episode replay, enjoy one of our favorite shows from this past year. Ike and Steve are back talking all about your favorite new and vintage models of Land Rover, and the one thing they all seem to have in common: leaking oil? Then the guys review the result from JD Power’s annual report card (spoiler alert: our favorite brand doesn’t rank particularly high…) Then the guys break down the Top 5 workshop improvements that you can make to increase your efficiency, productivity, and frankly, your desire to want to be in your workshop. Whether you have a large mechanic’s workshop, or a home garage, there’s some valuable tips for everyone. Join the conversation in our Facebook group, and share your workshop improvement projects: shorturl.at/glq17

  • Dec 18, 2023 · 51 min

    Bob Ives Live in England and Farewell to 2023

    On this week's show, Ike and Steve welcome back Camel Trophy legend Bob Ives with an interview recorded while Steve and Liza were traveling across the UK. Also, the chart-topping Santana sold on Bring a Trailer, a new Defender edition for Australia, and some great new factory wheel options. All that, plus a send-off to the year 2023.

  • Dec 11, 2023 · 42 min

    Favorite Things 2023

    It's that time of year again! Ike, Steve, Liza, Janna, and Linus have assembled another list of their favorite things. If you're looking for that last-minute gift for the Rover lover in your life, then this episode is for you! Ike’s List: - Washington Golden Crisp Apples - Fluid Film Lanolin Anti-Rust Product - Sherardized Fasteners Linus’s List: - Those apples as well - H&J Engineering Output Shaft Socket - Dynabrade Micro Belt Sander/Grinder Janna’s List: - Hill Descent Control - Old-Timey Parking Brake Handle Liza’s List: - La Roche-Posay Sunscreen - Tactile Craftworks Journals Steve’s List: - Fuel Sediment Bowl Shot Glasses - Rover’s Magazine

  • Dec 4, 2023 · 35 min

    First Off the line Defender panel from Destination Defender

    This week, Ike and Steve play host to a panel recorded live at this year's Destination Defender in Texas. They are joined by Lauren Wolf and Mr. Land Rover Michael Bishop to discuss Lauren's extremely unique Land Rover Defender NAS 90. It was created in 1997 as a prototype for the Diamond Edition run of 300 cars, destined for a BMW executive who ended up not wanting it. It was rescued from the factory junkyard. Great story and a great car!

  • Dec 3, 2023 · 36 min

    Special Guest: Vlado of Heyus visits from Slovakia to check out special 107 Station Wagons

    This week, we have a special guest, Vlado Stec of Heyus in Slovakia. He's in Oregon doing some research on Ike's 107 Station Wagons, and fills us in on a customer restoration hes working on. While he's in town, he gets treated to Black Friday shopping, inaugural slice of pumpkin pie, and some Oregon adventuring with the Pangolin crew. The guys also discuss the sale of what was probably Queen Elizabeth's Range Rover, that undoubtedly made bank for the seller a number of times over what he paid for the car. Then, JLR has a pretty significant backlog of repairs that are waiting on parts that are unavailable. News - Probably the Queens Range Rover - https://www.businessinsider.com/old-range-rover-linked-to-queen-elizabeth-spotted-by-savvy-buyer-2023-11 - A lot of Land Rovers waiting to be repaired - https://jalopnik.com/jaguar-land-rover-repair-backlog-solved-2024-1850989584

  • Nov 20, 2023 · 28 min

    Steve get’s a fire truck, Rebelle in the news, Body Kits and Workshop Updates

    This week, Ike and Steve talk about an article in the Roverlog all about this year's Rebelle, featuring all four Land Rover teams, all-new special edition Defenders from the folks at Kahn, and the all-new County edition Defender. Then, it's time for a round of workshop updates and some very special new editions to the Beres Collection. Kahn 90 https://www.carscoops.com/2023/04/kahns-remastered-land-rover-defender-pays-a-brownish-tribute-to-the-original/ Prototype X https://www.carscoops.com/2023/11/land-rover-defender-90-prototype-x-by-chelsea-truck-company-looks-like-a-bank-vault-on-wheels/ Roverlog Rebelle Article https://www.roverparts.com/roverlog-news-blog/rebelle-rally-sets-off-with-four-land-rover-teams/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=25OCT2023_Steel-Wheels-Sale-Email&_kx=KnG6UthfEr11_x-jkId6cSqOLlDW1Wpf4BHBuS_eC9A%3D.LHBCVk&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

  • Nov 13, 2023 · 27 min

    DESTINATION DEFENDER 2023- Live from Somerville Texas

    The UPH team spent the weekend in Somerville, TX at Destination Defender. Catch our recap from the back of Ike’s rental car on the way back to the airport. While the guys recap their shenanigans , Liza sits down for a literal fireside chat to talk about the Defender Service Awards with our good friend Jeff Aronson. We’ll have more content to roll out from Destination Defender in the coming weeks. Be sure to like and subscribe!

  • Nov 6, 2023 · 39 min

    Live from Defender Trophy

    This week, Ike and Steve competed in the 2023 Defender Trophy in Texas. They'll recap their adventures, which included hiking through the woods, misunderstanding a map, performing synchronized log-walking, and even a little bit of driving in the special Defender 130 Trophy edition. Listen in to find out if anyone was injured and where the boys finished in the standings. Trophy Edition Defender 130 https://www.landroverusa.com/defender/defender/trophy-edition.html Defender Trophy Info https://media.landrover.com/en-us/news/2023/08/defender-trophy-edition-returns-2023-exclusive-adventure-competition-experience-owners

  • Oct 30, 2023 · 44 min

    Duncan Barbour - PT 2: Defenders as Camera Cars in Filmmaking

    Before we dive into our guest segment, Steve and Ike are talking about the recent TReK event, where journalists and dealers tested the Land Rover Defender 130s off-road capabilities in Texas. Through various challenges, including blindfolded driving and casualty evacuation drills, the Defender showcased its adeptness despite its large size. The event, marked by camaraderie and competition, helped highlight the vehicle's robust features while providing an adventurous experience for the participants​.Then, we’re talking Guernsey Armored Defender, and the EV Defender in Slovakia. For our guest segment, it’s the riveting second part of our conversation with Duncan Barbour, the adeptness of Barbour All Terrain Tracking in the world of filmmaking shines through. After a riveting career on Camel Trophy, Duncan pivoted into the world of camera cars, and built some of the world’s premiere purpose built camera vehicles. Starting with Braveheart, Duncan was at the forefront of stabilized camera car technology. Listen to Steve and Duncan discuss the infamous Battle of Winterfell scenes, and the use of his custom built Vampyre Bat to film one of the most epic battle sequences ever captured on film. If you missed our previous conversation with Duncan, be sure to check out Episode 134, or check out our YouTube video where we toured Duncan’s workshop and got a look at these amazing camera cars up close and personal. https://youtu.be/-s6Uc9r6mf8 See a BEHIND THE SCENES video on the Battle of Winterfell (HBO) (Spoiler alert!) https://youtube.com/clip/Ugkx9sMCAkJ7zZVx4BNpNAiketWo2zFAfZlL?si=19QNUwCWw_l4znWq https://www.motorbiscuit.com/land-rover-defender-130-trek-2023-test-for-off-roaders-overly-confident-journalists/ Land Rover 130 at TReK: https://www.motorbiscuit.com/land-rover-defender-130-trek-2023-test-for-off-roaders-overly-confident-journalists/

  • Oct 23, 2023 · 1 hr 55 min

    Rebelle Rally 2023 Wrap Up with Team 155

    The eighth Rebelle Rally wrapped up this weekend, and we have an extra special episode with Jenna and Liza of Team 155 giving us their unfiltered and unedited summary of their experience this year. Hear all about their highest highs and lowest lows of the Rebelle, and the challenges they faced, alongside their third teammate, their 2023 Defender 130. This episode was recorded live from our kitchen without any time to edit or clean up the show, so that you get their most authentic reaction to the longest competitive rally in the United States. Congratulations to Team 155 on a stunning eighth place finish among 65 teams. The UPH community was cheering you on! You can follow Team 155 on instagram @overland_her. Rebellerally.com to learn more about the event. #rebellerally #jointheRebelle #iwanttorebelle #defender130 #exploretheimpossible

  • Oct 16, 2023 · 49 min

    Michael Bishop is back & 10 Rovers you can drive for decades

    It's time for another exhilarating episode of The Underpowered Hour. This week, we're thrilled to have the Land Rover Classics guru, Michael Bishop, in the passenger seat, live from his living room! He talks about all the projects happening at the Land Rover Classic Works, like the Isla Edition Defender, the Defender and Land Rover Trophy, and the pre-production gathering at Packington Ford. We also chat about the Hot Cars article rating the Land Rover models and years that are most likely to stay running for more than 10 years. 10 Land Rovers You Can Drive For Decades https://www.hotcars.com/reliable-land-rovers/

  • Oct 9, 2023 · 31 min

    It’s time to Rebelle!

    On this week’s episode, Ike and Steve are joined again by Liza and Gena as they embark on the thrilling 2023 Rebelle Rally! This episode digs into the excitement, strategy, and preparation as they get ready to navigate through 2,000 km of challenging desert terrains using only traditional navigation tools. Follow, cheer, and explore behind-the-scenes moments with us as we chart their ambitious journey through one of the most empowering women's off-road races in North America! Follow all the action on the Rebelle Rally site and download the YB Tracking app to follow team 155 in realtime. Rebelle Rally Official Website https://www.rebellerally.com YB Tracking App Download https://www.ybtracking.com/yb-races-app

  • Oct 2, 2023 · 45 min

    Huge Rebelle Rally Reveal!

    The 8th installment of the Rebelle Rally is almost here, and Liza and Jenna are joining us on the show this week with some EXCITING news about their new car and new sponsor for this year’s rally. If you want to hear more about the Rebelle Rally, be sure to go back and listen to our episodes last year where Liza and Jenna gave us a start-line preview, and our finish line wrap up show. We also talk about a new set of Classic Defender factory accessories and a big up tick in car buyers opting for a manual transmission. New Old Defender Accessories https://carbuzz.com/news/land-rover-is-developing-new-parts-for-old-defenders

  • Sep 25, 2023 · 41 min

    Duncan Barbour of Barbour All Terrain Tracking - Pt 1: Camel Trophy Secrets

    On this week’s episode, Ike and Steve start us off with some fun stuff. Land Rover built a mobile phone (we didn’t know either), and we have some things to say about that. We talk about a 6 wheel Defender that’s for sale in the Mid West for a remarkable price. Then, Defender.X is next up on the conversation chopping block, and you definitely want to check these guys out on insta. For our guest interview today, we’re chatting with a LEGEND, none other than Duncan Barbour. Not only does this man have an absolutely extensive background with Camel Trophy, he is the preeminent off road camera tracking expert in the movie industry. In part one of a two part interview, Duncan tells us all about how he found Camel Trophy, and then how Camel Trophy found him. Look for part two in a few weeks. And be sure to check out our companion video on YouTube where Duncan tours us through his workshop (the BAT Cave), and shows us his amazing array of one of a kind camera cars. https://youtu.be/-s6Uc9r6mf8?si=zHN04QxXpa2eoRDO Other links: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/238312232516057/?mibextid=6ojiHh https://cellularnews.com/mobile-phone/land-rover-made-a-second-iteration-of-its-explore-smartphone/ https://instagram.com/defender.x?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

  • Sep 18, 2023 · 30 min

    Knockoff Defender, Twisted Jimny and The Portland All British Field Meet

    On this week's show, Ike and Steve are joined by Jenna to talk about Chineses Defender knockoff the BAIC Jishi 01, the our friends and Twisted Automotive and Twisted the Suzuki Jimny and then we get the download from Ike and Jennas trip to the All British Field Meet in Portland Oregon. Fake trucks, twisted trucks and really old truck, this weeks show has it all. BAIC’s Jishi 01 Is A Yet Another Land Rover Defender-Inspired SUV From China https://www.carscoops.com/2023/08/baics-new-stone-01-looks-like-a-defender-and-range-rover-mashup/ SUZUKI JIMNY BY TWISTED https://www.twistedautomotive.com/current-stock/view/suzuki-jimny-by-twisted-silky-silver-metallic/