In this episode, Chris talks about what actually holds up on a daily-driven, trail-ready Subaru. We get into his rack setup, the wheel/tire choices that survive abuse (LP Aventure LP1s), and the simple rule that guides his whole build: if it doesn’t make the car more usable, it doesn’t matter.

If you’re building a Crosstrek/Forester/Outback to drive every day and beat on weekends, this one’s for you. We talk mounts that don’t bend, what breaks first, what’s worth upgrading, and the maintenance mindset that keeps you wheeling longer with fewer surprises.