Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about joining and using the Defender Trophy Team community.
What is the Defender Trophy?
The Defender Trophy is a multi-day off-road competition descended in spirit from the Camel Trophy, run on Land Rover Defender and modern 4×4 platforms. The Defender Trophy Team community board is the open meeting place for the Trophy team plus a wider community of Land Rover, Defender, Range Rover, Jeep, and overland enthusiasts.
Is the community open to everyone?
Yes — anyone with an interest in Land Rover, Defender, Range Rover, Jeep, or any 4×4 / overland adventure is welcome. You do not need to own a Defender to join. New registrations are reviewed by an admin to keep the community clean of spam.
Does it cost anything to join?
No. The community board is completely free. Affiliate links to recommended gear support the running costs of the site at no extra charge to you.
What vehicles are welcome?
All of them — Land Rover Defender (Series, 90, 110, 130, New Defender), Range Rover, Discovery, Jeep Wrangler / Gladiator / Cherokee, Toyota Land Cruiser, Bronco, and any other 4×4 or overland-capable rig.
How do I add a trail to the map?
Sign in, navigate to Trails & Routes, and tap "Add Trail." You can add a title, difficulty, terrain, distance, location, GPS coordinates, photos, and a description. Other team members can leave condition reports and add their own trip photos.
Can I sell parts in the marketplace?
Yes. Once approved, you can list parts, accessories, gear, or even adventure-ready vehicles in the Marketplace. Buyers DM you directly through the team board — no platform fees.
How are events organized?
Any approved member can create events — meet-ups, trail runs, races, workshop days. Members RSVP, organizers can send invite emails to the whole team.
How do I get the Competed badge?
After completing an official Defender Trophy event, claim the badge from your Profile. An admin verifies it and adds the blue checkmark next to your name across the board.
Can I install the site as an app on my phone?
Yes. On iPhone: open in Safari, tap Share → Add to Home Screen. On Android: open in Chrome, tap "Install app" when prompted. The app supports push notifications and works full-screen.
Does the site support push notifications?
Yes — for messages, mentions, comments, event RSVPs, and new posts. Tap the Enable banner at the top of the screen, or go to your avatar menu and tap "Enable Notifications."
How is the gear shop curated?
Every product in Shop & Gear is hand-picked by the team based on what we actually run on the trail. Members can also recommend their own picks and write star reviews. Affiliate commissions fund the community.
Is my data safe?
Your account uses an industry-standard bcrypt-hashed password. Email/personal data is never sold or shared. Direct messages are private. Photos and posts you delete are removed from our storage.
How do I become an admin?
Admin roles are assigned by existing admins. If you are running an official event or coordinating a regional chapter, contact an admin via DM and they can promote your account.
Where are you based?
The Defender Trophy Team is a community-driven board run by The Compendium Co. Members are global — UK, US, Australia, Europe, South America.