Mid-America Off-Road Expo 2026: Vendors, Kids Bikes, Jeep Concepts & More! Jeep Talk Show Intervie

Hi there boys and girls! Welcome back to another Jeep Talk Show interview episode! 🚙💨 In this fun chat, we're joined by Randy (chairperson of the Mid-America Off-Road Expo) and Shannon (Muddy Buddies merchandiser and club member) to talk all about the **12th Annual Mid-America Off-Road Expo** happening February 27-28, 2026 at The Roberts Centre in Wilmington, Ohio! Whether you're a die-hard Jeeper, into side-by-sides, Toyotas, Broncos, or just love off-roading, this is your one-stop shop to see, touch, and feel the latest gear, rigs, and setups in person. Vendors galore, show rigs, themed rig contest, kids' activities (including an RC obstacle course from Atomic RC!), hourly kids' raffles with bikes and RC cars, food on-site, and more! Big changes this year: - Shifted to Friday-Saturday (Fri 3PM-9PM / Sat 9AM-6PM) - Raffles: No need to be present to win (buy tickets in-person) - Presenting sponsor: WARN Industries - New dealership sponsor: Jake's Mini Automotive - Food donations for FreeStore Food Bank = free raffle tickets - Jeep Performance Parts bringing concept vehicles (vote on Facebook for your fave!) - Themed rig contest, show rigs judging, People's Choice & Kids' Choice awards Vendors so far include: Maxxis, Steer Smarts, Rock Slide, Bilstein, Combat Off-Road, Wheel Pros, G Performance Parts, Rossfab Off-Road, FlexRock UTV, Fullmore Fabrication, MRT Tires, Rush Off-Road, Wildcat Off-Road Park, Rugged Radios, Bullet Point Mounting Solutions, High Lift Off-Road, and more! Vendor apps still open. Tickets: $10 pre-sale on Eventbrite (through the week of the event), $15 at the door. Kids 5 & under FREE! Want to join the awesome **Muddy Buddies Jeep Wrangler Club** (around since 2002, ~350 members, trail rides 2x/month, big trips like Drummond Island, Jeep Jam, fundraisers, parades, and more)? Dues are just $24/year + $10 processing. Website: Event details & vendor apps: Facebook (primary spot for updates): Instagram: Search Mid-America Off-Road Expo & Muddy Buddies JWC Timestamps: 00:00 Opening and Host Introductions 01:47 Event Overview and Venue Details 02:32 Expo Overview and Vehicle Types 04:13 Personal Jeep Stories 06:04 Vendor List and Application Process 08:02 Event Changes, Sponsors, and Extras 09:46 Ticket Information and Pricing 10:10 Kids Activities, RC Obstacle Course & Food Vendors 12:19 Kids Raffle and Event Amenities 14:08 Poison Spider Brand Discussion 15:09 Event Recap, Merchandise, and Contest Highlights 18:35 Muddy Buddies Club History – Origins and Activities 20:24 Muddy Buddies Club: Introduction, Membership & Events 22:17 XJ Discussion and Membership Requirements 23:02 Club Organization, Dues, and Member Benefits 24:34 Joining the Muddy Buddies: Application and Website 25:16 Member Locations and Geographic Reach 26:09 Wheeling Opportunities, Guides, and Safety 28:00 Off‑Road Classes, Expo Details, and Kids Activities 32:00 Event Weather and Indoor Venue Considerations 32:28 Jeep Performance Parts and Concept Vehicle Contest 33:34 Final Thoughts, SteerSmart Collaboration, and Closing Remarks If you're in the Ohio/Indiana/Kentucky area (or willing to road trip), don't miss this kickoff to the 2026 off-road season! Drop a comment if you're planning to attend, what rig you're bringing, or if you've got questions for Randy & Shannon. Like,

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Mid-America Off-Road Expo 2026: Vendors, Kids Bikes, Jeep Concepts & More! Jeep Talk Show Intervie is an episode from Jeep Talk Show, A Jeep podcast! by Tony Muckleroy.

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This episode was published on Jan 31, 2026.

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