Passport to: Laurel Lakes Part 1. Will your AWD break?

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***I WANT TO START OFF BY SAYING that Laurel Lake has been becoming more and more popular. Every single day, more and more people are getting into overlanding. This is a 3000 ft. climb spread across 5 miles. There is a rough section that goes on for about 1/2 mile, so it's prolonged technical driving. Also, watch out for the rocks! Drivers of dedicated offroad vehicles may get too cocky and pop their tires, don't be that guy/girl.
AWD crossover: see how your vehicle matches up to a Subaru or a 2019+ Rav4. If less capable, I would not recommend this trail for you. A vehicle with an older part time reactive AWD system like a 2018 or older Rav4 may really struggle here.
There's only about 40-45 parking spots (without double parking), so know that if you plan to camp here on the weekend, you might not land a spot by the lake.
I hope you find this information useful! Remember! The Monache Meadows has been getting more and more crowded, so it's a good idea to have a "PLAN B".
MY VEHICLE DETAILS:
2019 Honda Passport EX-L AWD
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4250 lbs.
3.5L V6 280hp / 262tq
9 speed automatic transmission
1 speed transfer case 20:1 crawl ratio (18.7:1 because of taller tires)
2 inch Traxda lift kit
2.5 inch taller All-terrain tires - Falken Wildpeak AT3W 255/70R18
(modification to the wheel well is required to fit these tires)
disconnected rear sway bar (only when off-road, they reconnect when back on the highway).
Monitor your transmission temperature and other data with a SCANGAUGE II
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@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Here’s another point of view of the switch back turn: instagram.com/p/CEFRZUUptnn/?igshid=nf3bjdng1wbr Sorry, there’s a few mistakes I caught: 8:40 That vehicle is a Ford Expedition, not Ford Explorer. 17:34 I called Laurel Lakes "funnel lake".

@bigleo001 4 года назад

Would be nice if there was a funnel cake reward for reaching the lake. 😁

@bryanclark3739 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring May Erick Sahat’s Bakery will deliver?

@bryanclark3739 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring Let me try this again. Maybe Erick Schat’s Bakery in Bishop will deliver.

@adventuretrails1ato 4 года назад

I was glad to have my emergency brake working this time! Nissan xterra Guy.

@theninja001 4 года назад

I like that you guys are getting all you can out of those cars! Sometimes its fun to push a vehicle to its limits instead of having a rig that makes it easy! Sometimes its helpful to turn your mirrors down to point at the rear tires to watch for placement on rocks!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

theninja001 hey, that sounds Like a good trick! I’ll have to try that with the mirrors!

@JM-gz1ej 3 года назад

This is by far the most detailed trail video. Great job

@fredc.schulze6116 4 года назад

Appreciate the video. Not a track for my stock OB, but definitely learned some things by watching the video & reading the viewer comments. Thanks!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

You’re very welcome Fred!

@samsonphiri6874 4 года назад

Nice video Jon, love those subarus and thank you for sticking with them

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

samson phiri thanks 🙏

@BorderlineExplorer 4 года назад

Finally get to see the footage! Awesome! Been wanting to see the trip since hearing the juicy stories about the SxS guy talking crap.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Haha! We have a guy commenting below talking crap, Mike Hawk. It’s hilarious because I know You and Nori would be absolutely bored on this trail. But according to Mr. Hawk, we have no business on these trails. Maybe he’s the SxS driver!!!! 🤣🤣🤣

@chopstx4u207 4 года назад

Great narration, stumbled onto this channel. Pleasantly suppressed and have subscribed.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Joseph Gagnier thanks for watching and the support 🙏!

@cricry 3 года назад

Same

@sfrealestatedealmaker6001 4 года назад

Just found your channel, great content man. 🍺😎

@ponderinghiker 4 года назад

Well done video... I have been up here a few times... in my Jeep JK (stock) and my Tacoma TRD 4X4 Off-road (stock)... wouldn’t even try it in my Subaru Outback...It was a challenge in my two 4X4’s... but the trip is worth the effort... stay safe...

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

Great episode, fun trail and beautiful area! Looking forward to part 2!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

softroadingthewest thanks! Will have to work on part2 as soon as I get back from my 1 week Yellowstone road trip! Have you ever been here? Such an amazing place!

@softroadingthewest 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring I was only there as a kid, maybe 11 or 12 years old. Even at that age I remember being awestruck. Enjoy!

@eriklehnsherr 3 года назад

Excellent spotting, Driver Mod makes up for so much. Good job all of you drivers.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Erik Lehnsherr thanks! I’ll be honest, I had a spotter fail at the switchback 🤣. I paid for it with dust in the face during the recovery. I literally inhaled some dust and I was coughing uncontrollably the whole day 😭. Everything else went very smooth. Our planning really paid off! I’ll be working on part 2 of this series and hopefully have it released by this Wednesday.

@EdMatulac Год назад

Great video. I attempted this trail in 2018 with a stock Subaru Forester. I got towards the end of the "hard" section when my transmission light lit up. I took a break at 16:27 and turned around, not knowing how much harder (or easier) the trail was ahead. Will.attempt it again in the future, better armed with what you showed in your video. Thanks!

@andysanchez3030 3 года назад

Raw footage of the rough section is much appreciated! Great job!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thanks Andy! You’re very welcome

@huskynoob7881 4 года назад

Great video as always! looks like a great spot 👍.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

HuskyNoob Thanks 🙏. Great spot, but TOOOOOO many people! I’d love to go back on a weekday.

@davidmedeiros7572 4 года назад

Excellent video! Thanks.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

DavidT Medeiros you’re very welcome ! 🙏

@johnredwine 3 года назад

Great job covering this trail. I took my 2017 stock jeep cherokee trailhawk up this trail carrying two kayaks when I first bought my Jeep lol. I was so nervous. Everything went well ...but when I got back home I had noticed a huge chunk of sidewall cut out lol. Immediately had the tire replaced. Awesome experience and enjoyed kayaking/fishing the lake

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Thanks for the kind words John! I heard about a week ago that this trail was shut down to really bad conditions. Man, I really wish my Honda had your low gear transfer case and rear locker. I’m jelly!

@johnredwine 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring lol thanks for the update. Sketchy road but beautiful place.

@hoppyhomestead3335 4 года назад

A guy died on that switchback trying to do a multipoint turn like you instructed those people to do. The reason those switchbacks have landings is that the proper way to approach them is to drive straight onto the landing, then back down to the next landing, and go forward from there. The reason they are built this way is because they were originally built for mining wagons and large mine trucks which couldn't negotiate tight turns, even with multipoint turns. Thats how people are able to tow full trailers up to laurel lakes, and is really the smart way to approach that particular turn to avoid killing anyone. I'm not trying to be critical - just sharing info that may prevent you from getting people stuck or even hurt. Keep up the videos!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Hoppy Homestead thanks for the info! Sad to hear about the guy that perished on that switch back, with one wrong move, I can see how that could happen.

@jayceandjeremysadventures.4441 4 года назад

I’m relocating to Southern California in November, definitely going to check this place out.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Jayce and Jeremy's Adventures. Thanks for watching. Have a good trip!

@mikecox3659 4 года назад

Enjoyed the video .. thanks for the tip on Falken tires, old man in a 2017 pilot ext -awd, love these forest roads in west central Arkansas!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Thanks for watching Mike!

@fredc.schulze6116 4 года назад

Love softroading in the Ouachitas, Mike!

@williamkennedy2069 4 года назад

That was a great video thanks

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

You’re very welcome! Thanks for stopping by to comment 😃

@EricUdell 4 года назад

I'm pretty sure I've done that trail, good on you folks for conquering it with AWDs.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Eric Udell thanks!

@michaelrasmussen426 3 года назад

Did signal peak the (harder) way in my stock ram on 33 inch all terrain tires by myself...took a couple hits to the body but I made it all the way. Stacking rocks like a champion 🏆

@DaveFYT 4 года назад

Enjoyed the video and glad to see that you guys made it to the lake. I did the first mile or so of this trail in a stock VW Tiguan with +1" A/T tires (total ground clearance of 7.5"). You are right about watching your transmission temps. 8k+ elevation and a turbo engine running at low RPMs (minimal boost) doesn't generate the ideal torque to crawl/bump the VW over some of the rocks. It's probably doable in a Tiguan but not recommended. I can't imagine this trail would be good for the Subie's CVT.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Thanks for watching David! The 3rd gen Forester with the automatic got through this trail with relative ease. She has a Scangauge ii and I helped her program it to view her trans temp. She only got to 217F, but to be safe, she pulled over before a steep climb. I’m very curious how hot the CVTs got, but they weren’t being monitored. Man... I highly recommend everyone monitors their temps.

@olliechristopher467 3 года назад

I had to laugh when that guy told you how much rougher it's going to get!! Comments to me when I took my Super Tenere to Toroweap overlook last year was "it's a breeze" I found out otherwise!!

@rfunk727 4 года назад

Just bought a 2020 Honda Passport Elite AWD last week. Love your video's, must be nice living relative close to mountains, I live down in the Tampabay area of Florida (Flatland).

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Spaceentity I’ve never been to Florida. All I know is y’all have GATORS 🐊! That sounds so scary 😱

@rfunk727 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring yea, and you have bears up there which are probably worse. We have them in our lakes around the neighborhood. Just don't go swimming and you're o.k.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

True! Very very true! Well make your way out here sometime! You have to see Utah atleast once in your life. It’s insanely beautiful.

@BFSFISHINGCHANNEL 4 года назад

wow really does look like there were a lot of people there... great vid. Some reason i thought the trail was easier but looked moderately challenging!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

After Cold Water Canyon, none of these trails should look challenging to you 🤣. Yes, sooooo many people!

@BFSFISHINGCHANNEL 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring cold water was a rude awakening haha

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Yeah, I thought the 2nd time around would be better.... nope, not really. That’s the limit of difficulty that I’d like my trail.

@88mtb88 4 года назад

Another great video

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Thank you 🙏

@tdatu 4 года назад

I recently took my '16 OB with A/T tires up in Hollister ( Hector Heights ), which is a blue trail. I made it unscathed and the trail is surprisingly steep and technical. It was definitely pushing the OB to its limit as I saw my engine oil temp reached 246 degrees. Although I made it along with other 4x4 friends, I was uncomfortable to say the least. I dunno, I have a mix feelings whether or not keep my OB or get a capable 4x4 with the correct transmission. Pre-covid my driving would be 90% on paved and 10% to the parks, so it's still hard to justify.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Anthony Datu I know exactly how you feel, except at one point, I have owned a FJ cruiser. Before I was offroading, I’d just drive it from Los Angeles 100 miles to Big Bear and 330 miles to Mammoth for snow boarding. I used the 4 high solely for adverse snowy weather. As a highway vehicle, it sucked balls. 14 mpg because it was the TRD “trim” with the giant built in 1.5” tubed roof basket/rack. I bought a Subaru WRX and life was good... well until I discovered camping/overlanding. Then I got into a 2015 FXT for more cargo space and ground clearance. Some may not understand why I won’t go back to body on frame vehicles like the FJ, but like you said, you spend 90% onroad. It actually might be more like 97% to be honest. You know I get our a lot, but my offroad miles account for only a small percentage. So, that’s why I bought the passport. I wanted more capability but I still wanted a good daily driver. Actually, the #1 thing was a car that would be more “reliable” and that’s why I looked at a 2019 Tacoma first. It’s just too small of a vehicle, I really wish they would have made the cabin taller, I’d love to be in one. The 2nd gen Tacoma I can do. I’m not sure why they decided to shrink the Cabin and worsen the ergonomics for the 3rd gen. The Honda dealership was next door and I had already researched how capable the drivetrain was. What sold me was how awesome it performed onroad. It’s so quick (pre 32.1 inch tires), the luxury and comfort was awesome. The big question is how long will the 2nd gen ZF9 last. Will it make it to 400k miles? Man, there’s not many choices out there for a onroad happy dedicated off-roader. I think the JL wranglers are great. The ride is impressive for a solid front and rear axle vehicle. The bronco might turn out good, it’s just too early. But if you’re looking for a used dedicated off-roader pre 2018, everything is just so floaty and out of their element on pavement. If a Tacoma works for you, I’d go with that! Not quite as bad the more aged body on frame Toyota’s.

@ScoobyFermentation 4 года назад

JonDZ - I would love to see a video by you comparing all of the “soft-roading” AWD systems with some stock footage. You have real world experience with mostly apples-to-apples comparison between different manufactures on the same trail and the same day. I would love to hear your thoughts on the Passport vs RAV4 Adventure vs Subaru (Outback v Forester v Ascent) vs Jeep (Compass vs Cherokee) etc. The new Ford Bronco Sport will be a serious contender as well. Maybe the best.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

I have a few videos like that, but another thing that accounts for a vehicle system’s capability is the driver. After this series I plan to do a video about a “difficult 4x4 trail”, and we got two Subaru’s up. One of them being a 2010 Lifted Legacy Sedan with a CVT. I would never believe anyone I’d they told me, but I saw it with my own eyes. This was perfect proof that gobs of skill can safely overcome a trail well beyond a vehicles limits. This video is a bit of a comparison. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vV5q51uAjA8.html Also, my “Overlanding: how much capability do you need” video lots of footage attacking the same obstacle.

@stout_tossme7541 3 года назад

Great video. I believe the Outback has a CVT. They heat up rather quickly (I own a vehicle with a CVT). Good call for her to let it cool down before the big climbs. I have seen all sorts of rigs on all sorts of trails. Your rig and its build doesn't make up for experience and smart thinking. Great job to all those involved.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Dallas Ray thanks! I see it all the time. A capable rig doesn’t make up trail experience and skill, and that’s something that you just can’t see at first glance. The Subaru Forester that pulled over has a 4 speed automatic transmission. We were the only two with scangauge2s so who knows how hot the other transmissions got. I highly recommend everyone monitors their temps. My previous vehicle was a Subaru Forester XT with a CVT and it died at 60K miles. After the no charge replacement I got into the Passport. Even though the transmission in the new ride isn’t prone to overheating, it still peaked at 218F on this trail.

@dimitristsagdis7340 4 года назад

I like 27:50 car at the edge of the cliff - coordinator : a bit more... :-)) I appreciate it is the camera angle that makes it look more scary than it appears form the side angle where we can see exactly where the cliff begins but still I wouldn't feel comfortable at the driver seat (I suspect this is why some 4x4s have removable doors). At any rate, I wouldn't do this drive with an SUV/4x4. Maybe as a day trip with an ATV for a fews hrs fun by the lake and then back out again before sunset. Tnx for sharing, it is remarkable where these SUVs get to (cost of service/repairs must be getting a hit though cause all components are seriously stressed). Stay safe and healthy !!!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

I can honestly tell you, the cliff looks just as scary in person 😱. I saw a lot of SxS driving up and down to the lake. I think they rent them out around that area. As far as my vehicle components, I have 43k miles and haven’t had to replace anything yet besides my tires (they had 35k miles of life). However, I don’t know how long things will last, I’m hoping my axles and shocks will last until 80k, but I’m barely over half way there. I will let you all know when something goes out.

@efefrfrs 4 года назад

Best content on yt!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

High.soula ha! I’m bottom of the totem pole, but thank you for the kind words.

@therootedprogress 4 года назад

Dope video Jon! Awesome scenery! Crazy how crowded it's getting out there. Prolly a good thing the outback is still quarantined 😊. Really wish I was out there with you guys . It looked challenging and fun but not too bad besides how tight those turns were and how steep it was. Any plans for a trans or motor oil cooler?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Thanks Marc! You would have loved this trip, because we hiked 10 miles round trip with 1800 ft of elevation gain, to Duck Lake. I know you like to get your hiking in on your trips! The highest my transmission got here was 218F, so im in no rush to get a transcooler.

@BernonCars 4 года назад

So sick!!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Thanks Mr. Bern!

@gr8tdane24 3 года назад

Every time is visit Laurel Lakes it just gets more and more crowded. People leaving their trash by the lakes and camping right next to the water is really disappointing. It made me laugh when I went this past July - saw tons of tricked out Rubicons, Gladiators, and TRD Pros, which are totally unnecessary to make it. I made it easily in a 1955 Willys 4x4 Utility Wagon - no power brakes, no power steering, no synchro in 1st on the trans, and no lockers. Just skill required.

@marrieddezertrat 3 года назад

people were showing up all time of the day/night over labor day weekend. The creek fire sent ash over into the area too

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

marrieddezertrat that sounds miserable. I was at a Grant lake during Labor Day weekend. I woke up at 3am having a little trouble breathing, but nothing too too bad.

@marrieddezertrat 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring it wasn't too bad driving there. You could see smoke towards mammoth. But Saturday evening it was smokey.. not horrible but you could see heavy smoke rolling in. Then the full moon came out... then more heavy smoke and ash. Sunday you couldn't feel the heat of the sun it was so thick

@franciscotrillo8269 3 года назад

Good luck

@averagealice8877 4 года назад

Thanks for this! I doubt we will ever do this just due to the crowds

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Average Alice if you can make it out here during the week, there should be hardly anyone here. Some friends camped here on Thursday and they said they were the only ones there.

@averagealice8877 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring thanks. Good to know.

@rael6_4wd 4 года назад

Nice video. I know it’s hard to truly capture the challenge, or the steepness, of a trail on camera, but that hairpin turn looked tough. Especially in an un-lifted vehicle. My hats off to you. I drive a lifted Jeep, on 35’s, that would make that trail less technical, but it’s refreshing to see a group of crossovers, and AWD vehicles pushing the limits. You guys would be fun to Overland with.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Sean Miller thanks! Yes, your Jeep would make easy work on this trail. IMO, Wranglers are on another level. Actually, the only vehicle that didn’t have extra ground clearance was the Toyota 4Runner TRD pro, but 9.5” here, is plenty. My Passport has 11-1/4” at the front skid plate and 11-1/2” at the rear diff. Feel free to join us sometime, there’s been a lot of dedicated off-roaders joining us lately.

@rael6_4wd 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring That’s awesome clearance. I’d love to get in on one of your trips. I’m definitely more of an Overlander. I’m not into rock crawling, or hardcore 4Wheeling, but I do enjoy a technical trail. More than anything, I just love getting out into the wilderness. I’m usually alone, but only because I don’t know many “like minded” people that enjoy the sport. I used to Overland with my cousin regularly, but that’s no longer an option, and there are many trails I’m forced to pass up because of the risk of getting stuck by myself without help.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Sean Miller we need to get you on a trip with the guys from borderline explorer and their Jeep. Hopefully you’ll all let me join you 😃.

@rael6_4wd 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring A Jeep group?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Sean Miller not a Jeep group. Actually, these guys contacted me on RU-vid and Instagram and went on a trip out to Joshua Tree (Old Dale Road), The rest is history. 2 guys that drive vehicles on the more capable side. They attract more Jeep and Toyota people though.

@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 3 года назад

SANDRA IS PRETTY AWESOME!✌️🏜️⚒️

@orientacionnavegacion5169 2 года назад

Hello Jon, good job!!, did the subaru outback 2.5 come up along that trail? Enjoy!!

@ItsMRIFILM 3 года назад

You should do more trails in so-cal like Kern county area

@stephendee7839 4 года назад

I've driven my fwd ford focus over roads that looked gnarled than that. Thing.not sure about the climb, like u said, but the trail looks easy enough.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Stephen Dee yeah, to an experienced driver, this trail shouldn’t look too bad. There’s one comment tread of a guy telling us we didn’t belong. Haha, I guess he’s simply not experienced enough.

@stephendee7839 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring I heard that in the video and anticipated something Rubiconlike. And then what's actually there was that slightly rutted trail with a few rocks to dodge around. Looked like cake for your crew.

@mattjohnson7660 4 года назад

Hey man! LOVE your research and feedback on these trails! I like to do a ton of research before I go out on a trail. I’m in a 2016 4Runner 2WD with a 3” lift on 33” wild peak 3’s I’d love to get your take on the drive in 2WD. Thinking about heading to Laurel Lakes in several weeks. I’m also in SoCal and would love to go out with you guys if at all possible! Thanks again for the content!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Matt Johnson thanks 🙏. I’m the wrong guy to ask, but the guy that was point, can do a better job at answering this for you. I’ll ask if he can respond to you.

@jackpotjoey3940 4 года назад

You can make it. I have gone up in a Stock 96 2wd Dodge Dakota, was along time ago though. Also did it in 2wd with my 2012 4Runner TE.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Thanks Jackpot Joey. By the way Matt Johnson feel free to join the Facebook page. It’s a place for like minds to put trips together.

@mattjohnson7660 4 года назад

Awesome! Thank you guys! This is a huge help :) joining the FB Group now!

@truckdriver3126 3 года назад

Your 4runner has a button that engages a limited slip that works by activating the brakes to help with wheel spin. Pretty effective for a 2WD.

@SP01Danny 4 года назад

Hey there, when did you guys do the trail? I was up there with my wife & kids on the 13th? It was definitely an awesome trail. My trans did start to over heat & threw a code. After cooling down I made the last 1000yrds down to the lake in limp mode...😬😬😬 Had to drive out after the lake with 2nd & 3rd gear only. It ended up being a simple fix, a fuse had popped saving my trans relay which could have possibly been a nightmare to find a replacement up there. 05 Dodge Dakota V8 4×4 Heavy Duty Tow Package "open diffs" lift: 2"front 1"rear Tires: 285/75/16 (33's) M/T's You guys are awesome for doing what you do together. I wish I had people to do that with. There will always be people hating on the vehicles you guys choose to take on these trails, dont listen to these fools. As long as you do your research & plan accordingly you can go on any trail your willing to tackle. Stay safe & keep on keeping on brotha!!!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

SP01Danny we did this trail back on 7-25-20. Thanks for the kind words man! Comments are all over the place, some say I’m being over dramatic and some people think we’re in over our heads, but we do as much research as we can before hitting up a trail, and I was very happy with how things went. We didn’t congest the trail, by splitting the group. Those turnouts will only fit 2-3 vehicles. Well, there’s events that are posted up on the Facebook page crossoverlanding (event hub) If you’re looking for some people to get outdoors with. Some people post up day trips, and others will post up overlanding + hiking trips.

@SP01Danny 3 года назад

Thanks for the tip, will do 🤙

@WhatzsProduction 4 года назад

It doesn't look bad unlike the coyote flats imma try that whenever I got free time 😬 thanks Jon for sharing 👍

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

This trail is cake compare to the coyote flats/funnel lake

@cmsjca 4 года назад

Are you going to do a video about how you mounted your ScanGauge II? Looks like you may have gotten a longer cable than what came with it and how did you route it? It looks pretty clean on your system.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Chris M oh yeah, it’s been a little while since I installed it, but I do remember buying 8 ft. Ethernet cable. I totally forgot about that. Actually, it’s rare but my scan gauge 2 will cut out and I’ll have to unplug & replug it to reconnect. YOU just gave me an idea!!! I should buy better quality Ethernet wire!!!! Thanks!!!!!! Doing a video on the scangauge II would be a good idea.

@fzbones62 4 года назад

Love the videos! Curious how your transmission is holding up? I've had issues with mine and I have done zero off-roading lol. 2019 Elite trim

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Thanks! Mine has been holding up great! You must have one of those rare 2nd gen ZF9’s that may have been assembled wrong. What exactly is wrong with yours? Can’t be worse than a total failure like in the last vehicle I owned. By the way, I have 43k miles on mine. Trouble free ownership. I just got it back from Honda for a free oil change. Alignment was done back at 5k miles and is still within spec, LOL. Knock on wood, but with the abuse I put this thing through, I figure something would go wrong by now.

@OutdoorFun01 4 года назад

Why doesn't seems so hard to get up this trail? I had multiple Subaru's, I've drived a F-150 and GMC 2500 in the 2019' and never got stuck. I have good off road experience... But weirdly, this video seems over dramatic. Don't take me wrong, I'm really trying to be on your side. - I wish I was there -. Perhaps, one day I'll go with my lifted 2021 Crosstrek with the 2.5 (Called Outdoor in Canada). Thank you for the nice video. I liked it. Hopefully, I'll go up that trail in the next few years.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Pro Env quite honestly, this trail was super easy for me. If you watch the rough section part, you can hardly hear my engine, just the gravel I’m driving on top of. It’s easy to forget how difficult a trail would be for someone with little to no experience. Those are the people we have to look out for. The guy driving the White Ford Expedition is the perfect example. There are so many people out there that don’t have the skill (yet). The saying goes, better safe than sorry.

@bruceyyyyy 4 года назад

I wonder what happened with that Ascent? You can see traction control working in reverse when you walk up but then it just doesn't work anymore? I think it still uses the MPT center so I wonder if it some how got overheated in those moments. I'm gonna need to do some research on this! Fun video Jon.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Well, his front passenger tire was digging into the ground and rear driver tire was up in the air. He also installed overload springs to the rear. So do you think they may have reduced up travel enough?

@nickadkins1324 4 года назад

It did not overheat. I am not sure if the front left touched the dirt to hold up. By the way I am the driver

@Krystal091 4 года назад

Hello Jon! Thank you for entertaining us. I have a Honda pilot black edition 2020, and I'm planning to do some adventuring soon. Can you help me information with lift wheels and tires? Thanks

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Emerzon Feniquito thanks for watching! 🙏 As far as the lift, I’d go with Traxda because they have front camber adjustment. The other brands do not, and I’ve had people messaging me that it’s problematic. So, that’s why I’d go with Traxda. They have the standard 2 inch lift, or if you’re feeling extreme, they have a 3.5 inch lift. Eventually, I’ll go with the 3.5 inch kit. Tire choice will depend on what you plan to do with the Passport. An aggressive tire like Falken Wildpeak AT3W is good for off-road, but the trade off is worse onroad performance. With the trails I’ve been doing lately, I’m glad I have them, but it’s not as pleasant behind the wheel during long road trips. My previous tire was the Cooper Discovery AT3 4S and that was such a great all around performer! Definitely not as grippy as the Falkens though. Toyo Open Country AT3 is a new tire that I’d love to try at some point. So, just ask yourself, what kind of driving are looking to do.

@Krystal091 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring Great! Thank you so much!

@moonsapling 3 года назад

Taking a CVT/AT without low range on this trail...damn now thats how to be unique! Keep it up. Also did the roof rack of the Ascent came loose when he got stuck at the end of the video?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

That’s very observant of you, yes the roof rack did come loose! Haha

@moonsapling 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring tbh so glad I started watching your videos again. This channel feels so warm cause you make us, viewers, feel like a part of the adventure!

@1999glock Год назад

Looks like a Los Angeles freeway today. Used to go to Laurel Lakes in the 1980's and early 1990's when I was the only vehicle in the campground. No thanks.

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

This is the only time I visited this lake, and I never had the urge to come back

@1999glock Год назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Yeah "camping" used to be just that, roughin' it in the sticks. Camping is now nothing but an "off road" parking lot filled to the brim with loud mouthed "city folk" parked 10 feet apart.

@aaronrepper7649 4 года назад

Got a 2017 Honda Ridgeline and just added 2 inch lift in front and 1 inch in rear and put on some 265/60/18 falcon wildpeak at3w. Can't wait to take it on some trails like this.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Nice! How about skid plates? There’s a guy on Instagram that busted his oil pan. Could have totally been prevented. Nolo designs makes a good plate for $275

@aaronrepper7649 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring will look into that.thanks

@edgarandreasyan521 3 года назад

I’m looking on gaia and google maps won’t give driving directions to the trail heads

@Ram14250 4 года назад

Hey Jon! Great video! What position do you leave the Passport in (Drive-Mode) when tackling these type of trails? Like the area where the Expedition high centered in that area? By the way, that guy didn't look like he had much of a clue how to drive off road. Looked like he did everything possible incorrectly. Hope Expedition man was safe going back down. Do you-all bring extra fuel along sometimes?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Hey Mr. Ram! Thanks for stopping by, I really appreciate it when you do. So, honestly, I just left the Passport in “Drive” and “Mud mode” the entire time. Even during the “rough section” you probably didn’t hear much revving. It was pretty easy for the passport. At the very end of the video, you’ll see me driving a Ford F-150 up a steep rutted hill. I was driving it for two ladies that were scared to get up that obstacle. In 4low 1st gear, it felt just like the passport. The passport drives more like a 4wd than an Awd, and it’ll it all automatically with “Drive”. The only time I for sure use Sport mode and 1st gear is when I drive downhill. The engine braking really helps.

@rottieshepcalibre9156 4 года назад

i honestly think i could of done this in my 2007 rav4.. its all about car placement and correct speed.. the steep part i might need help with but apart from that.. the biker was trying to scare you all off there.. and the dude in the white ford who got stuck looked like a really bad driver.. taking all the wrong lines.. nice video guys, thanks

@GrnXnham 3 года назад

Maybe...but remember that it always looks easier on video compared to when you have your feet on the ground. It's very difficult to capture steepness on video.

@averagealice8877 4 года назад

You’re right- Funnel looks a lot harder

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Funnel lake is quite a bit harder 😃

@devonmarantz3324 2 года назад

I have a 2018 Rav4 Adventure. What is the difference between the 2018 part time reactive AWD vs. the new 2019 AWD system? Would I be able to get there with mud terrains and a skid plate?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 2 года назад

This moderate 4WD trail will be hard to severe for an AWD, so completing this trail will be heavily dependent on driver skill and experience.

@hybrid902000 Год назад

For the fellow that got stuck on the switchback, why didn’t he just used his traction boards instead of you guys pushing? Seems like it would be a faster option no?

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

It would have been a slower option and it might not have worked.

@ZenWorld 3 года назад

What a Zoo..... did you got July 4th? Or normal weekend?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Zen World just a random weekend! 7-25-20

@Deetroiter 4 года назад

Awesome video! Did they need alignments after? Hah

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Haha! Thanks! I’m not sure about the other guys and gals but I actually had my alignment checked by the Honda Dealership and they said my alignment is still within spec. This means 1.) if really is -or- 2.) they were too lazy to check. I’m leaning towards the later. I didn’t even get my alignment report.

@DaciaProject 4 года назад

Are these all with open differentials?

@DuanDao 3 года назад

You've been up to Coyote Flats w/ your Passport, some of the sections are nuts.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Duan Dao yeah, this trail doesn’t compare. The SxS guy had no idea hehe 😅

@DuanDao 3 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring I went up there in a stock 4r with 33’s and it was sketch I can’t imagine

@pingpong909 3 года назад

i went up there a few weeks back. Didnt find anything areas difficult at all. Just take your time and let the truck do the work :)... Granted i was driving my GX470, Radflo 2.5 resi lift + 33"... the only thing annoying was how many rocks you gotta go over until you get to the nice smoother sections.

@DuanDao 3 года назад

Vee Dub yeah we went up to the flat area and we had to straddle some sections that were washed out pretty nuts

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Was it the section where I brought out the tow strap and helped pull up the white ridgeline? I noticed the water running down the trail there and thought the trail would get worse and worse. Actually, (funny how things are interconnected) I was talking to a park ranger at the Monache meadows back in July and he said he was assigned to doing a project to divert the creek so it didn’t mess up the trail.

@Albuermeduardo 4 года назад

Did the Ascent driver turn on X mode when stucked? By the way, awesome footage man. Thanks for uploading it.

@nickadkins1324 4 года назад

Hi I am the ascent driver. I did not have xmode on. I took a wrong line. It took me too tight and when I backed up it got into an off camber position. It wasn't a big deal though haha

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Totally my fault Nick!

@nickadkins1324 4 года назад

It seriously was no big deal!! Small mistake that we got out of with no issue. So happy to be part of this trip and if the mistake turned into a "stuck" situation we easily had the equipment to get me out.

@Albuermeduardo 4 года назад

@@nickadkins1324 I think x mode would've gotten you out of it in a bit. Thanks for the experience and the footage. I really enjoyed it. Waiting for part two. God bless you both.

@nickadkins1324 4 года назад

I will try next time

@killahjeep 3 года назад

I'll stick with my lifted Tacoma..... much more capable, and I dont have to worry about those tiny 6" rocks.. I can roll over them. but good on you for getting out there, and making an adventure with what you have. have a great day!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

You Should buy a Jeep. JK. have a great day as well :P

@killahjeep 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring nah my v8 cj, does just fine....

@jakubgruszczynski4069 2 года назад

I would like to give a shout out to ppl parked on the side of the trail right by the turn. Starts at 8.04. Good job making it harder for the white ford to pass by and give him directions. Also a big shout out to the narrator who did not mention that at all, but described only what the ford driver needs to do in order to get by. Those are the things that you DO NOT do on the technical and rough roads such as this one.....People......

@JonDZ_Adventuring 2 года назад

You don't get out much do you? I ask because there was plenty of room for the driver of the white ford expedition to pass, and he also took the wrong line. This trail is considered a "moderate 4WD trail" and on this day was in good condition. You're being overly dramatic, the first in the 2 years of this videos existence. Congratulations I guess. Thanks for the shout out, have a good day.

@AndrewJamison79 2 года назад

Is that typical to have part of you group get out and call hazards for the rest coming up or was that due to that particular part being so bad?

@dixy2k 4 года назад

And I am sitting here asking when the hardest part will come up... 😁

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

It was a pretty simple trail. Moderate 4wd trails are just so easy for experienced drivers in any vehicle. You should read the comment from Mike Hawk, he says we don’t have any business being on these roads 🤣. However, This trail would be difficult to a beginner with a stock awd vehicle.

@adventuretrails1ato 3 года назад

There was a hard section to get to a parking spot on top by the lake! 8 out 10 I would say. I had to put the lockers on and negotiate a very tight turn with Boulders on both sides and then climb over a bunch of rocks. It would have been cool to have that on video. I'm the driver of the Nissan Xterra.

@themarlatts 3 года назад

You think this is doable in a double cab f350 FX4 an 8 foot bed? I have the clearance, but the length of my beast is what concerns me.

@tommysmith8588 3 года назад

you will have no problem making to above the final switch back. The switch back was tight for me in my double cab long bed tacoma. But I have seen 4wd ecocline vans make the turn and even a sprinter van.

@marrieddezertrat 4 года назад

Ill be there in a few weeks

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Enjoy!

@marrieddezertrat 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring I hope we get there early enough for a site. Great video by the way! Loved the guy telling your group that they'll get body damage

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Good luck! The earlier the better.

@DanielKuGoogle 4 года назад

Great video. What do you use to air back up your tires? Do you carry a compressor?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Daniel Ku thanks! I’m currently using a Viair 88p tire inflator I carried over from my Subaru Forester, but it’s time for me to upgrade. I have a list of tire inflators on my informational website, here’s the link: crossoverlanding.com/trail-gear-inflators

@DanielKuGoogle 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring How long does it take you to inflate from 20 Psi back to 35 psi? The inflator I used takes me about 8 minutes per tire now, which will take me 30 minutes before I can get back on the road. Any suggestions?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Daniel Ku id get the snotty built 6CFM air compressor. Link on the website. I actually inflate from 20-40 PSI, it takes me a good 6 minutes per tire. Yes... it sucks! Worked great on the Forester XT with 235/65R17 29.0” tires, but now that I have 255/65R18 32.1” tires it takes forever.

@2-old-Forthischet Год назад

And yet I recently saw a video of a stock 2wd 4Runner that made it up to the lake. Go figure.

@Anonymous-ce6zg Год назад

Think that ford explorer is done exploring 😂

@DaciaProject 4 года назад

What was your tire pressure? How many watts is your radio? 2 or 5, or?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Dacia Project I’m not sure what the others were running. I run my tires at 20 psi. Radio’s transmit at 5 watts

@owenw4315 3 года назад

think this is do able with a 2017 tacoma offroad thats 2wd? It has rear lockers, bilstein shocks and AT tires

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Owen W I love prerunners, such cool trucks. Many have said this is doable in a 2wd truck with A-trac. Since your rear locker is made of magic, I think you’ll be fine! I’d compare this trail to Monache meadows, except this trail is a bit steeper. I’d recommend 2L from the start. Actually, my friend made easy work of the Monache meadows in his 2nd gen prerunner.

@owenw4315 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring thats great to hear! Thanks for getting back to me so quick. I'm starting to get into overlanding (after I bought a 2wd truck of course - ugh) but im starting to realize how much of a difference those rear lockers make. I really enjoyed this video btw, its the first I've seen that has actually taught me things like choosing lines and strategies for trail riding. It also really made me want to check out this spot- im definitely adding it to my list for the near future!

@Drycon 4 года назад

I had no idea a passport was this capable, ive only ever had full frame 4x4s, but now i know to not overlook a passport if i see a deal on one

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Bigponcho they come with 8.1 inches of ground clearance, so the capability definitely has to be “unlocked” with a lift. My passport has 11-1/4” at the front skid plate and 11-1/2” at the rear diff. The lowest hanging points are the lower control arms. In the rear, the lowest point on the arms is 9”. AWD system, high biased rear LSD, and the aggressive 9 speed make this a more capable AWD, but, it’s still doesn’t compare to 4wd with traction aids.

@Drycon 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring i dont even wheel, i just like to camp, so a passport or somthing like it, might do the trick for me

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Bigponcho yeah, I think it will. I’m currently 1400 miles into my Yellowstone road trip right now. With 4 adults and loaded down with gear so much that I’ve lost about an inch of ground clearance at the rear differential, I’m still getting 19.4 mpg. This is with the 80 mph speed limit through Utah. I expect the MPG’s to improve to around 21-22 on the way home. Without all my mods, you’ll be getting around 24-27 mpg.

@tonystarks3-11 4 года назад

Was that difficult area just as difficult as old dale road?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Good question, I’d say Old Dale Road was more technical (which wasn’t bad at all), but this entire trial is on a steep incline which probably demands more from the vehicle driven.

@qmmt9786 4 года назад

I'm curious, when you recovered the Ascent. Why didn't you use the recovery boards?

@bradenb 4 года назад

Looked like it would probably have taken just as much or more time for that. It's always best to go for the lowest-effort recovery.

@qmmt9786 4 года назад

Braden Bartlett Makes sense. I don’t know how those boards are mounted too. Whenever I need a small recovery it’s a pain to get the recovery boards out.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Braden that’s exactly why. Typically traction boards are mounted in a way that it’s too time consuming to make available. The trail was backing up, so I just got right to it. I believe the whole recovery was 3 minutes.

@qmmt9786 4 года назад

JonDZ Adventuring Thanks for the response. Makes perfect sense. I love your videos. Keep up the good work.

@nickadkins1324 4 года назад

That's exactly why we tried this first. I mounted them just with a wing nut but seriously this was way quicker the way we did

@1delpielago 2 года назад

I will like to join you guys for an adventure, how can I contact for it? I have a 2018 Subaru Forester XT!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 2 года назад

We have a Facebook group called “crossoverlanding (hub)”

@andrei9370 2 года назад

Do you think a raised 2wd rear locked 4runner would have issues making this trail?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 2 года назад

When we did it back in July of 2020, the trail was in descent shape. I hear that this trail has become so eroded that it was shut down for maintenance. If the trail is in the condition depicted in this video, you would be fine, but I hear 4WDs were getting stuck in the spring of 2021.

@andrei9370 2 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring thanks for that info. Keep up the great work 🤙

@Dusther210 4 года назад

This video reminds me of an American version of 4WD247

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

The 4WD Action family is awesome! I didn’t know this guy has his own channel! Thanks for letting me know, I can definitely learn from this guy and try to up my game.

@seanc8514 4 года назад

Your joking right?

@MissouriAdventures 3 года назад

I still think you should just get a 100 series Land Cruiser. Take all of the money of a car payment that you would save and use it for gas money.

@anthonysmith9864 4 года назад

9:15 poor guy just wants to get through and lost his "line" to the knucklehead blocking his path. 💩

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Anthony Smith hahaha! I noticed that while I was editing the video. If... I wasn’t parked there, he probably would have been comfortable with taking the line we all drove up. Haha.

@anthonysmith9864 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring right on. I was just being a 💩. Kinda looked like the standing guy was where the white suv wanted to go. Love your vids and passion for getting out there in the underrated rigs. I have a baja and I have yet to not make it where I need to go! Rock on brother and thanks for the adventures. 🤙

@bartonre Год назад

If you a going to tackle really uneven terrain with cars that were not designed for it, you should be aware of left foot braking (as used for off-roading, not racing). The fellow that got hung up on the switch back could have driven out unassisted using the technique. Left foot braking is used with open differentials to distribute power more evenly to all tires when some are spinning. It involves braking with the left foot as power is applied with the right. The braking stops the spinning tires resulting in some power being redirected to the tires in firm contact with the ground. I have seen many experienced off-roaders use it successfully in exactly the situation presented here.

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

I use left foot braking all the time. But I was told that his CVT equipped vehicle cuts the gas when the brake is applied. Not sure if that is totally true, because I saw an Outback with a V6 and CVT use the left foot brake technique.

@davidjuarez2215 3 года назад

I have a 2019 VW tiguan awd with 9.5" clearance do you think I can make it?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

david juarez a 2019 tiguan should do better than the Subaru’s, so I’d say so. Historically, the Haldex AWD system wasnt so good, but Haldex 5.0, like in your Tiguan is now one of the better AWD systems. Also, your ride has a 18.6:1 crawl ratio which rivals a Jeep renegade trailhawks 20.4:1. Other crossovers only have a 12-14:1 crawl ratio. 9.5” of ground clearance is right on the border of having enough ground clearance, so offroad skill (wheel placement) will be very important.

@davidjuarez2215 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring thank you very much for that info. Stay safe out there !!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

david juarez thanks! You as well! Our whole state is on 🔥. 😱

@davidjuarez2215 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring it sucks man so many trails gone

@Ww8.3 4 года назад

Don’t get me wrong these cars are surprisingly capable. But for the same price you can do all this more comfortably in a stock 4Runner. These crossovers are not happy lol

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

I have a video about that. I actually use to drive a FJ cruiser but picked the Honda Passport for a specific reason. Here’s the vid: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Hlg41C-W9r4.html A 4 runner is cool if you keep it local, but I drive all over the western USA and an off-road capable crossover (especially the Honda Passport) gets through the long drives more comfortably and efficiently. I actually tried to get into a 2019 Tacoma, but at 6’1” 260lbs. The truck with the biggest cab was still basically a 2 seater to me.

@MrPiimpslap 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring Why not buy an older off-roader and keep the Passport commuter friendly? I bought an older jeep for a weekend toy, you worry less when the vehicle isnt your daily. For the daily driver, I picked up a 5 year old focus, I'm 6'3" and it fits just fine.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Eric, I wish I could. I actually go over that in the video I linked. At this point in my life, I can only own 1 vehicle (mostly do to parking issues). Eventually, I’d like to own a half ton diesel truck with a slide in camper

@kevincinnamontoast3669 3 года назад

Jeep wranglers have partime 4wd,will they do it?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Kevin CinnamonToast it’s not part time reactive AWD, so yeah, I think any 4WD will do this. It’s a moderate 4wd trail.

@coffeedollsvp Год назад

You have 10 inch clearance on ur rig? Bottom of differential to ground?

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

This is an old video. I have 12.5” at the center line.

@coffeedollsvp Год назад

Centerline is bottom of differential?...

@JonDZ_Adventuring Год назад

It is, but also keep in mind the lower control arms taper down to 9” at the lowest point, and that’s because I have 32.1” tires. The centerline is decently wide though. instagram.com/reel/Clmbz7AgFoQ/?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=

@KTMcaptain 3 года назад

26:00 why have traction boards but not use them when stuck?

@Mandothemagnificent 2 года назад

I was thinking this myself. In fact rock stacking would have more than likely suffice to get that wheel the traction.

@ThinkFreely2012 Год назад

Neither would have been necessary if he'd used left foot braking or held the gas and let the Subaru do its thing

@CrazyGreek80 3 года назад

07:56 that expedition has no business being up there with factory suspension.

@bradenb 4 года назад

"Go with some friends!" .... need friends for that :cry:

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Haha! The overlanding community is awesome, you have friends everywhere, I made so many through RU-vid and Instagram. If you’re from So Cal, message me on Instagram @jondz_adventuring

@bradenb 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring sadly I'm not, but maybe after all this COVID crap is over I'll come out.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Braden Bartlett we have a Facebook page setup for events. Seriously, there’s always someone available to get on a trail with. Join up. It’s not a group, just a “page” to help like minds get together. facebook.com/groups/1097379240623726/?ref=share

@ryanroland6426 3 года назад

What tire pressure where you running on this trail?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

I typically always run 20 psi

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

When offroad that is

@federalov8444 2 года назад

Gps direction please

@brucemartin492 4 года назад

JonDz are you considering a Bronco sport as your next crossover?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Ha! No! 18:1 crawl ratio would be a downgrade. Not sure how the bronco sport will compete with the Cherokee trailhawk with 56:1

@brucemartin492 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring With crawl control it should be the better of the 2

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

We shall see. If they put a real transfer case in the bronco sport it would be promising. It’ll be hard to compete with the Cherokee trailhawk because not only does it have real 4 low, but it also has a real rear locker, and we all know how magical lockers are.

@ck4391 3 года назад

Did you guys go on a weekend?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

c K yes, on a Saturday around 12 noon

@ScoobyFermentation 4 года назад

Is there a RU-vid account for that Subaru ascent owner or Instagram only? Thanks!

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

I’m not sure, but you can ask him on Instagram, @durty_fly_adventures

@lignas 3 года назад

Hey man...contact me if on your next adventure....like to get into trail/off-road with my new 4runner with the rest of the group.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

Hey there Lee I., Darn! Sound like you just missed the Calico Mountain Haloween Campout last weekend (Oct. 16-18). Please join the facebook page "Crossoverlanding (Event Hub). Here's the link: facebook.com/groups/1097379240623726/ This page is used to get events together and meet like minded people.

@lignas 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring yah...just found your video today! I’ve been looking at places to go off-road (newbie) here.

@JonDZ_Adventuring 3 года назад

@@lignas I have a trail database on my informational website: crossoverlanding.com/trail-database These trail will be a great place to start.

@DaciaProject 4 года назад

Most of you are on like ~29 inch tires?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Dacia Project my Passport has a 32.1 inch tire. The 4runner is running 32’s, the Xterra 33’s, Grand Cherokee 33’s, Subaru Outback and Ascent are probably running 29-30 inch tire. The Forester is probably running 28.

@adventuretrails1ato 3 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring 31.7 on my xterra. Stock tires

@Vultite 4 года назад

Are you guys running 10 ply tires?

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Vultite I’m not sure what everyone else is running. I personally have P-rated 4 ply Falken wildpeaks.

@Vultite 4 года назад

@@JonDZ_Adventuring wow and no punctures? Thats taking some careful lines and a little luck

@JonDZ_Adventuring 4 года назад

Vultite yeah. Careful lines and not using too much momentum. I try to be careful of my sidewalls. Luckily, the only two flats I’ve had were “pinch flats” back when I ran a 2015 Subaru Forester XT. I only had 5.8 inches of sidewall and had to use momentum to get over some of the tougher obstacles.