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If you have the locker on it turns off abs, tacomas have a anti roll back feature that uses the abs, many times if I’m using the locker and I roll back just a inch it will shut the truck off and say trans temp high and oil pressure low
im in a 4x4 club in aus.. but its like the 70,s range rover club,yupi,s. go to the river, get the kids throw mud on the truck, great day out 4 weelin..i build my trucks to function, not look nice. same as you, but not as extreme seeing are laws are nannyfied.. i have a swb highboy, i cut it, h/p 44 locker, 5sp, 4w disc. 82 bronc,8'' raise, sas d44 locker. s/duty, 35,s. 3'' lift.tray back. i learnt early on, style sides n f g . my bronco is perfect, size,width,weight. no o/h. its harder to get in than the highboy.. funny that...great vids, keep it up. especially the fab vids. we need to become an american state. get some sensible laws here..
Having just come through cancer treatment, I have to totally agree with you Nate. We only get one ride, and we never know when it might end. Waste nothing…
Hope you are doing better Michael Phillips, I broke my back in 2000 and my ankle was broken and twisted around backwards back in 1992 but until my testosterone level bottomed out at 37 in 2018, I was still living my life pretty much and even went to West Virginia riding the Hatfield and McCoy trails with my brother on our SXSs in 2012
Thanks for the end of the video. My Dad just passed away on his 60th birthday. He always wanted to do Moab and we made plans to but his health got in the way. For his memorial we went to Moab for him with all our jeeps and it was amazing. Life is short live it to the fullest you can.
I seriously CANT WAIT to see your video Shawn! You tell stories so well and we will get a different view from what Nate had. Plus….rope swing!!! Lol. So good getting to know you! Hope to hang out again soon!
I love that you will have such a different perspective lol. Us splitting up will make for two completely different videos! Hit me up if you need any footage that you saw in the video buddy. I got you 👊
Nate this is one of your best videos ever. You have become so good at telling a story and the editing is outstanding. Your bush repairs for the tire, fuel filter etc. were awesome to watch. It was great to have a chance to sit down with you at Expo PNW. Hope to see you on the trails someday soon!
I did an upgrade on a buddies Tacoma by installing a cotter pin in the transmission line "bypass" block to keep the lines open at all times. In addition to that an added trans cooler up front and he hasn't had further issues. Hope that helps.
@@DirtLifestyle Nate, pinning that plunger in on the bypass block is very helpful in keeping the temps down before they get hot. You can find it inline with the trans lines under the passenger side. There's a plunger on the side with a tiny hole on either side of it, like a hydraulic timing belt tensioner. Push that plunger in and hold it while threading the cotter pin through to retain it. Love the videos and I'm glad I could provide some helpful info. 👍
Is this only for an Automatic Trans? The cotter pin deal. I’ve seen my low oil pressure like come on, once in 70,000 miles. But I was at an extreme angle.
Yeah it's for the transmission cooler bypass valve. It's s small block between both lines that is closed when the fluid temp is below a set temp (re-routes fluid back to transmission instead of cooler). When the fluid reaches temp the valve opens and allows the fluid to go to the cooler up front. Pinning it locks it open 100%.
Life is Short, Amen Last year I turned 60, forced to go on disability at 57.5, I have had several severe health conditions for years & continue to get more as I age (my sister & brother passed in their 30s). Do not wait to do the things you want later, later is now. I hope when I do die, it's in a beautiful place like I see in your videos. I will probably never make it to the extreme trails you experience but I will be leaving Wisconsin in the winters & going to remote places in the southwest camping. Thank you for sharing all the wonderful footage.
There are hundreds, maybe thousands of Rubicon trail videos. This is by far, the best one I have ever seen. Actually no. It's the best UA-cam video I've ever watched. Thank you.
Your ending really got me Nate. I'm lying in bed with a blood clot in my lung, I can't take the heat and humidity outside. So my 502 Suburban swap continues to sit and wait for me. I'm missing out on trail rides with my wife and daughter and the unknown of upcoming test dates and results is not leaving me in a great state of mind. 51 yrs old and I wish I had at times done more for myself and my family than always helping others. It felt right and good at the time, and even though I would never turn my back on someone in need if I was in a position to help, I'm lying here feeling like I short changed myself and my family. To anyone reading this, along theblines of Nate's closing remarks, if you're able now, get out with family and friends and run some trails and enjoy the time you have NOW, don't wait. Thanks for the video Nate.
Don't apologize for talking numbers. As another builder / suspension nerd, I love to here it. I've always been fascinated by how there is no apparent "perfect" wheelbase or tire size. One obstacle the 110" wheelbase rig will absolutely idle up without any drama and the next its all f'd off and banging limiter followed by a stock tj on 33's idling through with open diffs laughing. It might be one of my favorite parts of wheeling. It seems like every setup has its place.
After 25 years of thinking about doing the rubicon I finally did it last month. It was awesome! You are so right, you just have to get up and go do things before it’s too late.
Your message at the end really hits home, life is way to short, I lost my brother in 2019 and I’ve always wished I could just go wheeling with him one time
As I get older, and as well as my dad getting older, I can relate so much to your closing statement about wanting to visit so many places before it's to late.
I’ve learned the trick to soup bowl is turning passenger/right. Feels wrong, but it’s correct. Nothing beats waking up on the trail, already in low!!! Glad to see you picking up the trash, The Rubicon thanks you!! I’m gunna remember the zip tie melting trick. 👍 Even though it didn’t work… Life is short, enjoy it while your here!!🤘🤙💯🏁
Nice video and comments at the end. My wife and I were able to check the Rubicon off my bucket list last year. We're in our early 60's and along the lines of what you're saying at the end, we are now planning and making trips that we thought we'd do after retirement. But that's still a few years away and seems to be getting more distant with current situations. So we're doing them now. Cheers!
This video really hit home for me I'm 52 currently having a 88 YJ Bill one tons LS and just can't wait to get that done so I can get out on the trails and everything and get my 13-year-old out there my 33 year old and have a good time thank you for the videos keep up the great content
I'm glad Shaun talked you into making the video. After watching this, I have to say it's a masterpiece. I think this will be your most well received video to date.
That zip tie job works really well! I used the exact same trick when I was out in Wyoming. I blew the top of my plastic radiator on a previous rig. I melted a zip tie into it and drove it all the way back home that way in the heat of the summer. Good job making that thing work!
You are 100% correct, the rubicon is a magical place! I was there about a month ago and camped at buck island, and even though the bugs were absolutely terrible, I still had an amazing time!
I'm one of two Isuzu VehiCross' that have done the entire Rubicon trail. Not gonna lie, it was intense! I had doubts going through it but in the end (day 3) we were golden. No breakage just a heim joint repair got me through. What I remember most was the friendships that were made and forged along the way. Epic trip!
I completely agree Nate. Get out and live your life. So many of us, (myself included) get so wrapped up in day to day struggles and work, that life goes by and before you know it, it's gone. I'm going to be 51 this fall and it seems like just yesterday I was 25. It really is true that the older you get, the faster the years seem to go by. Thanks for the reminder to get out and live! I hope your message reaches many people. Great video and that zip tie fix was borderline genius! Keep living life Nate and bring us all the videos!
Awesome trip and great message at the end. These trips where you're challenged, and you have to pull together as a team are where lifetime friendships and memories are made. The rubicon is truly an amazing place, it's one of those things you don't understand until you experience it. Keep up the great work.
Awesome trip, wonderful outlook on our short reality of life. Thanks .I hope that a few thousand people took all u had to say to heart. Cheers from B.C. coast
Im 52 almost 53 and i keep telling people to stop talking about stuff and go do it. My bucket list is way longer than the time i have to do it so now i will do as much as i can. Thanks for the great video and the inspiration at the end. I will do this trail when i have a rig capable of doing it.
Was an awesome time hanging out with everyone! It’s always nice when you meet some good people. Thanks Nate and Shaun for doing things like this. Honestly, it’s the best way to do a trail like this. A bunch of people who have never done it with a couple that have. After doing it though, I would prefer to take three days. It gives you a chance to really soak in being there. Then you can really relax and enjoy everything that’s there. From the wheeling, to the scenery, to the springs themselves. Definitely returning to do it again! P.S. Leo, let me know when you get that skid plate. We’ll go playing again!
@@jasonjohnson4214 I’m in. I’ll be making a top for that thing so I can enjoy some colder/wetter wheeling. I’m always down for having to top off but sometimes it just gets miserable. Hahaha Maybe something in September/October. My August is already full.
I was just talking about trailering my jeep from NC to California to do the Rubicon sometime within the next couple of years. After watching this video-- I want to go ASAP. Awesome Job!
My uncle passed away in 2021, a few months after our last camping trip. I still can’t fully digest the idea. Who would’ve thought it would be our last. And he was in his 40’s. Now I go out as much as I can even alone when everyone is busy.
Wonderful video Nate. One of your best and very Attenborough with your VO work. It took me three attempts to finish today (life and family interruptions), and you even got the Mrs to get excited about the Rubicon. Thank you.
For the peeps who didnt watch this vid to the end... and there are thousands of Ruby Trail vids, you missed the great words. "How many trips left?" Indeed sir. Thanks for reminding me. I am probably 20 years older than you and my wife and I live by that as best we can. Headed to Catalina Island on thursday. Too hot to Jeep here is AZ. Be well.
Arron is the man! And a modest team player built in to his nature. Nice rigs all around. Very tricky and technical. Good job to all the crawlers navigating that!! Send more to watch please!! Thanks Nate!
42 mins, that is a lot of content. Thank you Nate That stinks that the Tacoma is having issues like that. I want the Tacoma to be good to you. Thank you for sharing and being honest about the Tacoma's issues so far.
Throughout the video you apologize about nerding out.... WHY?!?! that is why I watch! Because I love learning from you nerding out. You are a wealth of information and experience and you are my idol. Keep up the great work Nate!
Great job. Very true. None of us know how long we’ve got here. I started wheeling 4 years ago and have ran the Rubicon in a friends lj. Quite a ride. Thanks for all the work you do.
Great video Nate. I did the Rubicon a few years ago, 3 of us in 2 well built JKs. We ran the entire trail in one very long day. Maybe not the best way to do it, but it was our choice. We hit the trailhead very early and got to Tahoe very late. We are not campers so it was the way we wanted to do it. The only thing we bypassed was the soup bowl. Couple of thngs.....the good: Awesome trail, awesome views. A trail every off roader needs to do. The bad: The people on the trail. As I saw you do at least once, we picked up a LOT of trash. So much so that by Cadillac hill (you should have shown people the Cadillac off the trail) we no longer had room to haul any more. I have to say the people we ran into were not the friendliest people I have ever met. Its a different crowd than Moab or CO trails. We came across a Land Rover that was broken down. The guy was staying with the truck while his friends went to get parts. He was there 3 days already. But he knew if he left his truck, it would be stripped when he got back. We gave him food and water which he desperately needed. The worst episode was after Rubicon Springs we encountered 3 very old beat to hell pick up trucks. One was broke down on the trail. The 3 guys were drunk as shit and armed. We offered to help, which they refused. We then said we would just sneak past them, to which one of them, with a Glock proudly displayed in his waist band said "no, you will wait until we have this truck fixed and moved". Now there was plenty of room to go around, but they were drunk and probably high on meth. (that is meth country after all). It was an unfortunate experience but not all that rare on that trail. I read on Pirate that while we were there, a guy left his travel trailer at the trail head only to return days later and find several bullet holes in it. As he posted on line, how did they know if he was in it or not? That said, it is still a must do trail. Just go knowing that it attracts a rougher crowd than what you find in other wheeling areas. At least that is what we encountered. Could be we were just unlucky in that regard.
Problems, troubles, and breakdowns are half the fun (as long as its not catastrophic and/or injuries involved.) When things go wrong, it makes things exciting. It gives reason to stop, have fun, joking around with each other, work together, and overall just enjoy the experience. When things go perfectly smoothly, it seems like things go by too quick and it can be "boring" (relatively at least. Its never boring going on an adventure haha)
Looks like a group of some great people with you there. You’re definitely right about life being short, and as a mid-lifer as well, appreciating every minute I can . Great video bud 🤙
Love the trail. I have a YJ on 33s, what a challenge. My son Morgan and his buddy Brice have lifted JKU's. We went when there was snow in May, reverse direction half way. Did the whole thing end of June. Great times
I've had this trail on my list for so long but this video makes me realize just the level of preparation mechanically, mentally and financially you need to have before tackling this trail with confidence. A regear, some slightly larger tires and maybe a little extra armor and my Tacoma should be ready within the next year and I'm going no matter what. Thanks for the amazing storytelling Nate!
An AMAZING video of a BEAUTIFUL trail. What it revealed to me is that this is a young man’s activity with a budget BIG enough for an awesome build to tame an off-road adventure such as this. Your message at the end was GREAT but my truck is more for camping excursions than rock crawling and the fact that I’m 62 yrs. Old and I drive a Hummer H2 that’s 20 years old, which are both excuses but an awe-inspiring video just the same!!!
I have to admit. Your closing statements got me a little teary eyed because I know exactly what you're talking about. I've been through that area hiking on the PCT many years ago as well as much of the high Sierras and Trinity Alps and more recently, the Cascades... The astonishing beauty of northern California and the Cascade range are some of the fondest memories of my life. At age 61 some of that hiking is getting a little tougher so I have been turning to off roading to be able to continue the adventuring that has brought me so much joy. Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately... You can't off road to many of the places that you can on foot. Keep up the good work making great videos that inspire the rest of us...
Excellent video. The entire video is superb. Narration, editing, curious music selection, overall story line. The personal quips, like the thing about the Patreon drivers made it through, "with all the pre-stacked rocks and what not" lol Your a smart, fun guy. I watch a lot of videos, I mean a lot. lol Your fun to watch. This episode may be one of the best. seriously.
Loved this video! Was doing this in the 90s became a single dad of two awesome boys and gave up alot! It was all worth it and would not change a thing but miss what we called OFF ROADIN!!
Great video Nate, it brings back memories of when I ran the Rubicon in a full sized 1970 Blazer with a swapped in 6.2 diesel, some where around 35-40 years ago.
🙏 for you and your perspective on life. I hope you’re able to make it back in time for your sons bday. Can’t wait for the next vid. Keep up the great work!
Such breakdowns is why I choose to do the Rubicon with the Jamboree. Lost some freedom to do as wish on trail but pretty nice to know we had mechanics and helicopter support if rare parts and repairs needed.
Wow!!! I'm trying to think of what I can say to let you know how much I enjoyed this video!! And I still can't... Hands down the best trail review, and general how to go out and have a blast video ever! You got a new sub. Keep them coming
This by far the best down to earth Rubicon Trail video - thank you Nate. I hope to check this trail off the list soon. Life is short enjoy it as much as you can 🙏🏽. Rigs & Trails 🤘🏽💯🇺🇸
Awesome video Nate! Especially the comments at the end. Truly something to take to heart. Life is short, make the most of it while you can. Thank you!!!
Great video. But yeah, Nate, could'nt agree more about getting out on the trails before they are gone! On that note; the Rubicon is awesome for sure, but ya might want to schedule another Cali trip and come a little further south down to my neck of the woods and check out the Dusy/Ershim trial. Along with the Swamp Lake and Coyote Lake trails. Well worth it and scenery every bit as awesome as the Con! Hope to see a future video! 🙂
Man, you really know how to tell a story. And how to have a hell of a trip. It truly makes you realize that you need to get out and do things! For me the biggest thing holding me back is money. It’s expensive. Right now my job sucks, but hopefully in the near future I land some things that’ll get me some more income and I’m able to do trips like this. Thanks for the video!
The best video you've produced to date ! One of the classic trails, a few expected break downs, gnarly rock climbing, creative trail repairs, different rigs, beautiful scenery and great camera work ! This one had it all.
Oh I need to thank you for your attitude and your message, it's true! There's another great UA-camr from another interest range who said "20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the things you did! And that's just the way it is.
Thank you for watching the video!
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Call some friends and get some trips on the calendar! The time for making memories is now folks! The Rubicon NEEDS to be on your bucket list as well as a few others that I have plans to visit in the near future.
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If you have the locker on it turns off abs, tacomas have a anti roll back feature that uses the abs, many times if I’m using the locker and I roll back just a inch it will shut the truck off and say trans temp high and oil pressure low
BTW I love how you ended the video! Well said and very inspirational
im in a 4x4 club in aus.. but its like the 70,s range rover club,yupi,s. go to the river, get the kids throw mud on the truck, great day out 4 weelin..i build my trucks to function, not look nice. same as you, but not as extreme seeing are laws are nannyfied.. i have a swb highboy, i cut it, h/p 44 locker, 5sp, 4w disc. 82 bronc,8'' raise, sas d44 locker. s/duty, 35,s. 3'' lift.tray back. i learnt early on, style sides n f g . my bronco is perfect, size,width,weight. no o/h. its harder to get in than the highboy.. funny that...great vids, keep it up. especially the fab vids. we need to become an american state. get some sensible laws here..
Having just come through cancer treatment, I have to totally agree with you Nate. We only get one ride, and we never know when it might end. Waste nothing…
I hope you're doing better. My first car was a VW thing that I paid $1200 for and wish I never sold it😎
Thank you for your perspective 🙏. I hope you are doing better brother!
Hope you are doing better Michael Phillips, I broke my back in 2000 and my ankle was broken and twisted around backwards back in 1992 but until my testosterone level bottomed out at 37 in 2018, I was still living my life pretty much and even went to West Virginia riding the Hatfield and McCoy trails with my brother on our SXSs in 2012
Yet so many people are... I will do it tomorrow..
Thanks for the end of the video. My Dad just passed away on his 60th birthday. He always wanted to do Moab and we made plans to but his health got in the way. For his memorial we went to Moab for him with all our jeeps and it was amazing. Life is short live it to the fullest you can.
Wow, I’m not looking forward to editing my video from this trip, because yours was too good! This was such a great trip. I had an absolute blast.
You got this Shaun! Your videos are always great.
Can’t wait to see it Shaun! I always like to see your style of videos. You’re a good film maker.
I seriously CANT WAIT to see your video Shawn! You tell stories so well and we will get a different view from what Nate had. Plus….rope swing!!! Lol. So good getting to know you! Hope to hang out again soon!
I love that you will have such a different perspective lol. Us splitting up will make for two completely different videos! Hit me up if you need any footage that you saw in the video buddy. I got you 👊
Nate this is one of your best videos ever. You have become so good at telling a story and the editing is outstanding. Your bush repairs for the tire, fuel filter etc. were awesome to watch. It was great to have a chance to sit down with you at Expo PNW. Hope to see you on the trails someday soon!
Hey thanks man 🙌. I appreciate the positive comment and I hope to see you on the trail 👊
Agreed this video was epic!
I did an upgrade on a buddies Tacoma by installing a cotter pin in the transmission line "bypass" block to keep the lines open at all times. In addition to that an added trans cooler up front and he hasn't had further issues. Hope that helps.
It definitely does! I always consider a cooler for towing but this would be a good idea for crawling aswell. 👍
@@DirtLifestyle Nate, pinning that plunger in on the bypass block is very helpful in keeping the temps down before they get hot. You can find it inline with the trans lines under the passenger side. There's a plunger on the side with a tiny hole on either side of it, like a hydraulic timing belt tensioner. Push that plunger in and hold it while threading the cotter pin through to retain it. Love the videos and I'm glad I could provide some helpful info. 👍
Is this only for an Automatic Trans? The cotter pin deal. I’ve seen my low oil pressure like come on, once in 70,000 miles. But I was at an extreme angle.
Yeah it's for the transmission cooler bypass valve. It's s small block between both lines that is closed when the fluid temp is below a set temp (re-routes fluid back to transmission instead of cooler). When the fluid reaches temp the valve opens and allows the fluid to go to the cooler up front. Pinning it locks it open 100%.
@@DirtLifestyle that light comes on because of the angle of the trucks front end up being vertical.
Life is Short, Amen
Last year I turned 60, forced to go on disability at 57.5, I have had several severe health conditions for years & continue to get more as I age (my sister & brother passed in their 30s).
Do not wait to do the things you want later, later is now. I hope when I do die, it's in a beautiful place like I see in your videos. I will probably never make it to the extreme trails you experience but I will be leaving Wisconsin in the winters & going to remote places in the southwest camping. Thank you for sharing all the wonderful footage.
There are hundreds, maybe thousands of Rubicon trail videos.
This is by far, the best one I have ever seen.
Actually no.
It's the best UA-cam video I've ever watched.
Thank you.
Damn! Thank you very much!
Your ending really got me Nate. I'm lying in bed with a blood clot in my lung, I can't take the heat and humidity outside. So my 502 Suburban swap continues to sit and wait for me. I'm missing out on trail rides with my wife and daughter and the unknown of upcoming test dates and results is not leaving me in a great state of mind. 51 yrs old and I wish I had at times done more for myself and my family than always helping others. It felt right and good at the time, and even though I would never turn my back on someone in need if I was in a position to help, I'm lying here feeling like I short changed myself and my family.
To anyone reading this, along theblines of Nate's closing remarks, if you're able now, get out with family and friends and run some trails and enjoy the time you have NOW, don't wait.
Thanks for the video Nate.
Holy cow man. Hang in there and stay strong! I'm pulling for you!
Thank you for that message at the end. It really really hit home.
I'm glad to hear it man! It wasn't lip service, I ment every word 👊
Nate not only was the video top notch but you once again have shown everyone that you are a top notch person.
Wow man thank you for the positive comment 🙏
Don't apologize for talking numbers. As another builder / suspension nerd, I love to here it. I've always been fascinated by how there is no apparent "perfect" wheelbase or tire size. One obstacle the 110" wheelbase rig will absolutely idle up without any drama and the next its all f'd off and banging limiter followed by a stock tj on 33's idling through with open diffs laughing. It might be one of my favorite parts of wheeling. It seems like every setup has its place.
Great edit Nate. Grateful to have the opportunity to join you, sorry to crush the diesel filter, but it made for a better story!
After 25 years of thinking about doing the rubicon I finally did it last month. It was awesome! You are so right, you just have to get up and go do things before it’s too late.
Your message at the end really hits home, life is way to short, I lost my brother in 2019 and I’ve always wished I could just go wheeling with him one time
Very sorry for your loss man 🙏
I love my brother and couldn't imagine what that must be like.
As I get older, and as well as my dad getting older, I can relate so much to your closing statement about wanting to visit so many places before it's to late.
Nice work everyone. Did the Rubicon last year with my 2017 Tacoma on 35’s had a blast. Happy trails
This trip was unreal! So glad I got to be a part of this, and also get to re-live it through this video. Great to meet you Nate, you're a rock star! ⭐
This video was standout amongst your others, not to shame the others, this one was just THAT special.
By far one of the best youtube videos I have seen. Thanks!
I’ve learned the trick to soup bowl is turning passenger/right. Feels wrong, but it’s correct.
Nothing beats waking up on the trail, already in low!!! Glad to see you picking up the trash, The Rubicon thanks you!! I’m gunna remember the zip tie melting trick. 👍 Even though it didn’t work… Life is short, enjoy it while your here!!🤘🤙💯🏁
Nice video and comments at the end. My wife and I were able to check the Rubicon off my bucket list last year. We're in our early 60's and along the lines of what you're saying at the end, we are now planning and making trips that we thought we'd do after retirement. But that's still a few years away and seems to be getting more distant with current situations. So we're doing them now. Cheers!
This video really hit home for me I'm 52 currently having a 88 YJ Bill one tons LS and just can't wait to get that done so I can get out on the trails and everything and get my 13-year-old out there my 33 year old and have a good time thank you for the videos keep up the great content
Ok, the plastic welding bit was outstanding. Nice job Nate and great ending words. As someone also in their middle years, the words hit home.
I'm glad Shaun talked you into making the video. After watching this, I have to say it's a masterpiece. I think this will be your most well received video to date.
Nate. This is your best one yet. I'm so happy to go along this trip with you and the fellas. Thanks for having us!
That zip tie job works really well! I used the exact same trick when I was out in Wyoming. I blew the top of my plastic radiator on a previous rig. I melted a zip tie into it and drove it all the way back home that way in the heat of the summer.
Good job making that thing work!
Excellent video, thanks! What a great reminder at the end.
You are 100% correct, the rubicon is a magical place! I was there about a month ago and camped at buck island, and even though the bugs were absolutely terrible, I still had an amazing time!
I'm one of two Isuzu VehiCross' that have done the entire Rubicon trail. Not gonna lie, it was intense! I had doubts going through it but in the end (day 3) we were golden. No breakage just a heim joint repair got me through. What I remember most was the friendships that were made and forged along the way. Epic trip!
Great video, thanks for taking us along 😀
I completely agree Nate. Get out and live your life. So many of us, (myself included) get so wrapped up in day to day struggles and work, that life goes by and before you know it, it's gone. I'm going to be 51 this fall and it seems like just yesterday I was 25. It really is true that the older you get, the faster the years seem to go by. Thanks for the reminder to get out and live! I hope your message reaches many people.
Great video and that zip tie fix was borderline genius! Keep living life Nate and bring us all the videos!
That's a good trail fix. At least he made it farther than he would have. Awesome video Nate. I hope you day I'll get to go down the Rubicon trail
Thank you!
Awesome man!!!!!
Awesome trip and great message at the end. These trips where you're challenged, and you have to pull together as a team are where lifetime friendships and memories are made. The rubicon is truly an amazing place, it's one of those things you don't understand until you experience it. Keep up the great work.
I completely agree 👍 this place is magic...
The "nerding out" is the good stuff. It helps everyone learn things
Amen brother, life is short and you get one shot! Love the taco 🤙
Awesome trip, wonderful outlook on our short reality of life. Thanks .I hope that a few thousand people took all u had to say to heart. Cheers from B.C. coast
By far the best video you have made keep up the good work and I love your message at the end
Im 52 almost 53 and i keep telling people to stop talking about stuff and go do it. My bucket list is way longer than the time i have to do it so now i will do as much as i can. Thanks for the great video and the inspiration at the end. I will do this trail when i have a rig capable of doing it.
Was an awesome time hanging out with everyone! It’s always nice when you meet some good people. Thanks Nate and Shaun for doing things like this. Honestly, it’s the best way to do a trail like this. A bunch of people who have never done it with a couple that have.
After doing it though, I would prefer to take three days. It gives you a chance to really soak in being there. Then you can really relax and enjoy everything that’s there. From the wheeling, to the scenery, to the springs themselves.
Definitely returning to do it again!
P.S. Leo, let me know when you get that skid plate. We’ll go playing again!
Jason I’d like in on those adventures!! Leo and I can show you around the west side!!
@@jasonjohnson4214 I’m in. I’ll be making a top for that thing so I can enjoy some colder/wetter wheeling. I’m always down for having to top off but sometimes it just gets miserable. Hahaha
Maybe something in September/October. My August is already full.
We are lucky to have you show up on this trip buddy 🙌 it was great getting to know you
I was just talking about trailering my jeep from NC to California to do the Rubicon sometime within the next couple of years. After watching this video-- I want to go ASAP. Awesome Job!
Super Nate...on a big trip right now broke down working through a series of trail fixes...could not be happier. 😌 Be well! 👍
Good luck getting off the trail man 🙌 I hope you have everything you need
Best offroad video I've seen! The Rubicon is definitely on the bucket list!
Nice seeing the TacoSupreme out on the Rubicon. Great drone work!!
Thanks buddy 👊
Loved the long-form. Excellent video; one of your best. The ending message is spot on!
Thank you!
My uncle passed away in 2021, a few months after our last camping trip. I still can’t fully digest the idea. Who would’ve thought it would be our last. And he was in his 40’s. Now I go out as much as I can even alone when everyone is busy.
Drove this entire trail when I just turned 16. Most fun week ever. And the stars you can see out there. Best middle of the night piss ever.
Wonderful video Nate. One of your best and very Attenborough with your VO work. It took me three attempts to finish today (life and family interruptions), and you even got the Mrs to get excited about the Rubicon.
Thank you.
Thank you! I'm honored
For the peeps who didnt watch this vid to the end... and there are thousands of Ruby Trail vids, you missed the great words. "How many trips left?" Indeed sir. Thanks for reminding me. I am probably 20 years older than you and my wife and I live by that as best we can. Headed to Catalina Island on thursday. Too hot to Jeep here is AZ. Be well.
I'm middle age and just got invited to run the Rubicon next month. Can't wait to see it all in person . Jeep4life
Have fun out there buddy, it's a special place 🙏
This video was nothing short of a movie. Definitely inspiring a trip to the Rubicon for me. Keep up the great work!
Great job on the video. And what you said makes you think of what you want in life, thanks for taking us along with you on the ride.🤙🤟✌
Arron is the man! And a modest team player built in to his nature.
Nice rigs all around. Very tricky and technical. Good job to all the crawlers navigating that!! Send more to watch please!! Thanks Nate!
42 mins, that is a lot of content. Thank you Nate
That stinks that the Tacoma is having issues like that. I want the Tacoma to be good to you. Thank you for sharing and being honest about the Tacoma's issues so far.
Thank you buddy 👊
I'm still hopeful that I can find the root cause of these issues
Nailed It! Absolutely inspirational.
Throughout the video you apologize about nerding out.... WHY?!?! that is why I watch! Because I love learning from you nerding out. You are a wealth of information and experience and you are my idol. Keep up the great work Nate!
I had ten minutes to watch something and bam 45 minutes later. Great adventure, thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching and for taking the time comment. I'm glad you enjoyed the adventure 👊
one of, if not the best vid you've ever done ! thanks man.
Thank you!
Great job. Very true. None of us know how long we’ve got here. I started wheeling 4 years ago and have ran the Rubicon in a friends lj. Quite a ride. Thanks for all the work you do.
You are the hidden gem on UA-cam that I have been looking for Nate
Great video Nate. I did the Rubicon a few years ago, 3 of us in 2 well built JKs. We ran the entire trail in one very long day. Maybe not the best way to do it, but it was our choice. We hit the trailhead very early and got to Tahoe very late. We are not campers so it was the way we wanted to do it. The only thing we bypassed was the soup bowl. Couple of thngs.....the good: Awesome trail, awesome views. A trail every off roader needs to do. The bad: The people on the trail. As I saw you do at least once, we picked up a LOT of trash. So much so that by Cadillac hill (you should have shown people the Cadillac off the trail) we no longer had room to haul any more. I have to say the people we ran into were not the friendliest people I have ever met. Its a different crowd than Moab or CO trails. We came across a Land Rover that was broken down. The guy was staying with the truck while his friends went to get parts. He was there 3 days already. But he knew if he left his truck, it would be stripped when he got back. We gave him food and water which he desperately needed. The worst episode was after Rubicon Springs we encountered 3 very old beat to hell pick up trucks. One was broke down on the trail. The 3 guys were drunk as shit and armed. We offered to help, which they refused. We then said we would just sneak past them, to which one of them, with a Glock proudly displayed in his waist band said "no, you will wait until we have this truck fixed and moved". Now there was plenty of room to go around, but they were drunk and probably high on meth. (that is meth country after all). It was an unfortunate experience but not all that rare on that trail. I read on Pirate that while we were there, a guy left his travel trailer at the trail head only to return days later and find several bullet holes in it. As he posted on line, how did they know if he was in it or not? That said, it is still a must do trail. Just go knowing that it attracts a rougher crowd than what you find in other wheeling areas. At least that is what we encountered. Could be we were just unlucky in that regard.
WOW!!! You deserve an award or something for this video. What an inspiration this is. An amazing mechanic, an amazing human. Thanks for this.
Problems, troubles, and breakdowns are half the fun (as long as its not catastrophic and/or injuries involved.) When things go wrong, it makes things exciting. It gives reason to stop, have fun, joking around with each other, work together, and overall just enjoy the experience. When things go perfectly smoothly, it seems like things go by too quick and it can be "boring" (relatively at least. Its never boring going on an adventure haha)
Great job on the Rubicon video. Quite possibly the best video you've ever done.
Thank you!
Probably one of your best videos that you have ever made! Really enjoyed that.
Looks like a group of some great people with you there. You’re definitely right about life being short, and as a mid-lifer as well, appreciating every minute I can . Great video bud 🤙
Thanks brother 👊
Love the trail. I have a YJ on 33s, what a challenge. My son Morgan and his buddy Brice have lifted JKU's. We went when there was snow in May, reverse direction half way. Did the whole thing end of June. Great times
I've had this trail on my list for so long but this video makes me realize just the level of preparation mechanically, mentally and financially you need to have before tackling this trail with confidence. A regear, some slightly larger tires and maybe a little extra armor and my Tacoma should be ready within the next year and I'm going no matter what. Thanks for the amazing storytelling Nate!
An AMAZING video of a BEAUTIFUL trail. What it revealed to me is that this is a young man’s activity with a budget BIG enough for an awesome build to tame an off-road adventure such as this. Your message at the end was GREAT but my truck is more for camping excursions than rock crawling and the fact that I’m 62 yrs. Old and I drive a Hummer H2 that’s 20 years old, which are both excuses but an awe-inspiring video just the same!!!
Absolutely love this video! The message at the end is spot on. 👌 Thank you!
I have to admit. Your closing statements got me a little teary eyed because I know exactly what you're talking about. I've been through that area hiking on the PCT many years ago as well as much of the high Sierras and Trinity Alps and more recently, the Cascades... The astonishing beauty of northern California and the Cascade range are some of the fondest memories of my life. At age 61 some of that hiking is getting a little tougher so I have been turning to off roading to be able to continue the adventuring that has brought me so much joy. Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately... You can't off road to many of the places that you can on foot.
Keep up the good work making great videos that inspire the rest of us...
Nate I had to watch this video again! Its just SO good!! Im so glad I got to experience the Rubicon with this group of amazing people!!
Nate, I appreciate all the work you do, in order to put this well-crafted video.
This has to be my favorite video of all time!! Great work
Wow! Thanks man!
Love the ending, thanks for keeping it real.
Epic video, and big fan of Shaun here... having you all in the same adventure is priceless. ✌✌
Thank you!
Thanks Nate as always a great video and your so right about getting out and doing it.
Sorry Nate not sure I put Matt in there.
Excellent video. The entire video is superb. Narration, editing, curious music selection, overall story line. The personal quips, like the thing about the Patreon drivers made it through, "with all the pre-stacked rocks and what not" lol Your a smart, fun guy. I watch a lot of videos, I mean a lot. lol Your fun to watch. This episode may be one of the best. seriously.
Man... I don't even know how to take a compliment this big! Thank you 🙏 you made my day
Loved this video! Was doing this in the 90s became a single dad of two awesome boys and gave up alot! It was all worth it and would not change a thing but miss what we called OFF ROADIN!!
Great video Nate, it brings back memories of when I ran the Rubicon in a full sized 1970 Blazer with a swapped in 6.2 diesel, some where around 35-40 years ago.
Awesome work nate, you're MacGyver trailside repair skills are unmatched and you've built one hell of a toyota.
Awesome video! Great message at the end!
🙏 for you and your perspective on life. I hope you’re able to make it back in time for your sons bday. Can’t wait for the next vid. Keep up the great work!
Thank you for all your hard work and sharing your adventures.
Very wise words at the end Nate. God Bless you.
Yes sir! that's the message!
Nate, as always, great video. This one hits different and is now my favorite video of the Rubicon Trail.
Wow thanks man! I'm honored
Such breakdowns is why I choose to do the Rubicon with the Jamboree. Lost some freedom to do as wish on trail but pretty nice to know we had mechanics and helicopter support if rare parts and repairs needed.
Wow!!!
I'm trying to think of what I can say to let you know how much I enjoyed this video!!
And I still can't...
Hands down the best trail review, and general how to go out and have a blast video ever!
You got a new sub.
Keep them coming
Thank you! Welcome aboard my friend 👊
This by far the best down to earth Rubicon Trail video - thank you Nate. I hope to check this trail off the list soon. Life is short enjoy it as much as you can 🙏🏽.
Rigs & Trails 🤘🏽💯🇺🇸
Awesome video Nate! Especially the comments at the end. Truly something to take to heart. Life is short, make the most of it while you can. Thank you!!!
One of the best videos I have seen! Great attitudes, philosophy and camaraderie! Keep up the great work!!
Man Nate that was one of the best video’s i have watched all year , thanks so much for taking the time to make it for us , it was great 👍
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 👊
Great video. But yeah, Nate, could'nt agree more about getting out on the trails before they are gone! On that note; the Rubicon is awesome for sure, but ya might want to schedule another Cali trip and come a little further south down to my neck of the woods and check out the Dusy/Ershim trial. Along with the Swamp Lake and Coyote Lake trails. Well worth it and scenery every bit as awesome as the Con! Hope to see a future video! 🙂
Man, you really know how to tell a story. And how to have a hell of a trip. It truly makes you realize that you need to get out and do things! For me the biggest thing holding me back is money. It’s expensive. Right now my job sucks, but hopefully in the near future I land some things that’ll get me some more income and I’m able to do trips like this. Thanks for the video!
Thanks man 👊
Having been on the Rubicon in my 92 YJ watching your video brings back such goods memories. Awesome video.
The best video you've produced to date ! One of the classic trails, a few expected break downs, gnarly rock climbing, creative trail repairs, different rigs, beautiful scenery and great camera work ! This one had it all.
Glad to see some good wheeling videos again. Also that flat fender is beautiful! And a pretty nifty trail fix as well!
Oh I need to thank you for your attitude and your message, it's true! There's another great UA-camr from another interest range who said "20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the things you did! And that's just the way it is.
Thank you 🙏
And well said!