@@daigenTube It is a North Face jacket. It is a limited edition with all of the national park logos on the inside I found on sale in Aspen. I got it for like $30, it was an amazing deal!
I've been in a similar situation there. It was raining though, with a touch of snow at the peak of the pass. Once we got down to the rocky steps just before the switchbacks. We sat up there for 2 hours waiting for a break in the weather. Finally we got it and the warm air from lower on the canyon dried the rocks off and we hauled it down the mountain. I was the last one down and just as I started a cloud rolled in and I couldn't see more than 30'. It was sketchy to say the least, and I'm glad we made it down safe.
You did such a great job capturing the view,. I've lived in Colorado for 3 years now and what you captured is the main reason I love this place. The weather, the mountains, and just the vibe. I'm a Jeep guy and enjoy being able to drive an hour or two and I'm in places like this.
Your friend made the right call. Good thing you had a local person with. And you took the advice despite wanting to see the road. I'd be feeling the same way.
Ha! When I was a kid and camping with family, my dad didn't wait till I woke up, he'd beat on my tent and growl like a damn yeti & scare the crap outta me 🤣
Things can get intense on a dime in Alberta too....extra intense when you have the kids! When you have to make a call like this, and then it's even hairy just to get out safely, it can get the adrenaline going. Once you are out and look back at it though, the intensity usually adds to the enjoyment of the adventure! I once got pinned down in a white out on grey creek pass in BC and ended up staying the night in the middle of the trail in a blizzard. No signal, high altitude, dense forest in the middle of nowhere, crazy intense in the moment....one of my most epic adventures when I think about it now :)
What are your thoughts of the Darche awning now that you have had it on a few trips? Do you love the side panels.?They seem to be blowing open a bit in the video.
It was so so windy. And given those conditions I felt like it held up well. It was nice to have all the coverage. I love it so much more than the fox wing I had on there.
Loving the videos. My kids have been camping since they were under a year old (they are 10 and 11 now). Our goal is 1 weekend a month in the warmer months, but routinely turns into 3 weekends a month in May, June, and September. Im sure they will remember the trips their entire life as well as your kids.
We were staying in Ouray at the time you made this video for our 1st anniversary. We were actually in Telluride on October 4th and went up the back side of Black Bear pass. Came back down for lunch while it was sunny and by the time we got done eating the mountains were topped with snow. Ouray, Telluride, and Silverton are absolutely beautiful. We are dying to go back.
Mate your kids are cool cats! 😆 It’s great to see them enjoying the outdoors with you. It’s the best way to create awesome memories growing up as a kid. Well done 👍
I have to respectfully disagree. I find it annoying and distracting. Plus, it isn't cool for children to interrupt when two adults are speaking. My apologies if I sound pretentious, but I believe in proper manners all around, including one adult to another. In the meantime, the video is great, and the scenery fantastic.
Yep, I've driven it in the rain and I really wouldn't want to start down the steps or traverse that first switchback if there is a possible thin layer of snow on them...and I believe from where you turned around you are still a decent distance from the steps...with a shelf road section and off camber downhill sections before you get there. So, 100% the right call...
I think I would get super annoyed with having to stop, walk up the road put the camera down, do the pass, pick the camera backup, repeat. Then all the drone work and time lapses. Blue Lake had a lot more patience than I would have and I’m glad he did because the footage is awesome! I would be pounding on the steering wheel though! 😂 I would not be a good candidate to do this with you... BTW your video just got recommended to me. Great stuff! Turning around would have been an very easy decision for me to make with the kids in the truck.
@@leonotthelion Yeah it works great, but to be honest I only got a CB because that what most people have out on the trail. I would rather use my HAM radio (which is what Jason and I were using in this video) So much clearer and better range. Just got to get your license!
@@bluelakeoverland1339 yeah I noticed they were HAM radios, I wanted to buy a set, but like you said most people use CB. And no weekend warrior wants to go and get a license for the HAM
@@leonotthelion It's an easy test and only about $15 to get a license and then a world of possibilities opens up. I am finding more and more overlanders have them which is nice. Also the radios are only about $30 if you get the ones Jason and I were using. But the drawback is you will need both so you have options for everyone. I typically off road with smaller groups so it hasn't been a big issue. Good luck!
@@SwellRunner Thanks for the reply. Guess I'm going to have to dig a little deeper into epidemic. Seems like it takes hours to find anything good. Anyways. I spent way to much time on your channel yesterday. Love your edit style. Watching you run your camera over was painful!
13K Alt. is treacherous any time of year. You were wise to turn around. I've been on other 4WD summits in July-August and we were caught in thunderstorms, spitting snow amidst the rain, and lighting striking way to close for comfort.
Your suv setup it amazing. Thinking about getting the front runner rack for my suv. Do your amber lights help with your visibility or just the visibility of you?
@@bluelakeoverland1339 awesome thanks! I'm stock right now but I want to figure out what I can get away with 2.5" lift. I don't really wanna go 3" and have to put 285s on. Are you 275/70/17? I will most likely do 2.5" Bilstein 5100s lift front and rear and a spacer to level the front out (unless i can sag the ear a little bit with the 5100s with no rub) and that is it. I want to Keep the stock wheels. I'm in a 2018 TRD Off Road. Thoughts? Thanks again.
@@JB-rp3ii Yeah no worries! I have a toytec 2.5" lift with bilsteins. Because I do overland I opted for a spring lift and not spacers but if you don't off road a ton then spacers will be just fine. I also have SPC upper control arms to help with alignment and geometry but those aren't required. You might still have a little rub with 275s but likely not and if you do it will be something easy to fix like moving the wheel liner a little bit.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Yeah I would prefer the spring lift with new longer shocks as well...I was thinking I could set the Front to 2.5" and the back to 1.75" so the truck looks level, clear the 275s front and rear and not have much or any rubbing. I'm not going to do any super serious overland, but if I get any rub like you said ill just put the back up to 2.5" move some wheel liner if I have to or make a decision from there. Thanks again...great stuff.
Better safe than sorry! Like you said, you left yourself with the opportunity to try again later. I really need to make it up to Colorado next year. Is there any time of year where the weather is good *and* the crowds aren't bad? I think i've always kept CO on the back burner because i have this possibly incorrect perception that there will just be lots and lots of other vehicles on the trails.
Brien Wankel nope lol! Just kidding September is great when the kids go back to school but it is still possible to get snow early. Otherwise just come here in the summer and enjoy it. It’s not THAT crowded.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Thanks for the information! I think my main fear is that we'll get up there and then have a heck of a time finding wild camping spots that aren't already taken by somebody else. I'm fine with a little more traffic on the trails as long as we are able to find a place to sleep each night. Do you have any insight with respect to that?
Lots of dispersed camping here so should be ok. Just look at the GMUG forest service site and get some maps so you know where it is ok to camp. Lots of great resources online too.
Those alpine trails are so incredible. We went there in August. the only issue we had was you have a lot of none 4x4 people doing the trails and have no idea of trail etiquette and you find yourself going up a shelf road (Mineral Creek) and run into a huge ford f-250 with no idea what he and his wife has gotten themselves into. But just have to be patient and help him back into a good spot. His wife was pretty frazzled for sure. If I can I want to go down there every year, to camp and play on the trails and surrounding towns. Once you go down there you will have the time of your life. And if you have kids (daytime hours the slide is open) you must take some time off from running trails and take them to the newly renovated hot springs pool in Ouray. ((evening is nice for the adults)) and a great chance get cleaned-up!
Dude. I would highly recommend maybe a couple weeks earlier than when I was there - maybe end of September. I bet it's perfect! When I was there in July for 1 night, it was sooo busy... Not my thing!
@@SwellRunner I did this trail a few weeks after getting my 2016 Tacoma!! One of the best trails I have ever done. Got a little trail damage as a souvenir as well :)
Hey there! Couple questions for you. 1) what was the fireplace you lit up for the kids in the beginning? I assume it’s propane? 2) have you ever had any issues leaving your trailer behind like that? I’d always be afraid of animals or people messing with it
It’s a little red campfire, propane. I lock everything up, including the hitch lock and all doors. Put everything away. I’ve never had any issues, but I take some precautions and remain a little nervous while gone!
I haven't seen you for awhile. Your truck looks different. Did you put a different front end on the truck for better approach angle? Did you put on the blower?
Excellent video, congratulations. I think you have exactly the information that I am collecting. How has the CVT worked with the cold, wind and rain? I take the opportunity to ask you about the external gas tanks: plastic or metallic ?, thin or thick ?. I am very interested in your opinion and experience.
Soooo Florida. “Miniature hail”. How is the move from Florida to SLC going? Welcome to the west. It’s a big country out here, eh? Eye-ma-gene pass. LOL. You’re cracking me up. Love the channel.
How do you have time to travel Colorado from Florida, even business owner? I just wonder. It's seems to me you are on permanent vacation all the time. I crossed country from VA thru MO to Grand Canyon to Wyoming to South Dakota and back to VA and it takes 2 week about using hwy's . 6,000 miles on trip
Which Toyota 4Runner 4x4 should I buy? Hi I am new to the off road world, I want to buy a used Toyota 4Runner 4x4 and I only have $ 5000, which one you recommend?
@@lrsmith6037 please take the time to mention that these require licenses. You can put emergency services in jeopardy by just randomly selecting frequencies.
There is not. We were both in Grand Junction when we met. I was checking out the newly remodeled REI and just happened to see Jason across the street from Chick-fil-a. So I wanted to stop and say hi and how much I enjoyed his channel. It just so happened he was heading to my neck of the woods so we made a plan.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Awesome! Too often I see those, especially the el-cheapos, advertised as "walkie talkies" and/or "programmable FRS radios." Maybe a shout-out in future vids that those comms require an amateur radio license to legally operate? That was my only critique, awesome vid otherwise! 73s, de W0ATJ.
@@kitop310 Jason has so much good content that he probably has addressed it before. We have some videos coming out soon and we will make sure to mention it! Thanks for checking @swellrunner out!
Wow, just found you, but I love what I’ve seen so far. Awesome rig too, but I gotta disagree with Michael... lifted TRDs have difficulty going where my stock Rubicon goes. Just had to defend my Jeep’s reputation 😂, but I’m speaking the truth. Still, doesn’t matter what you drive, just go wheel! Taking a new style Cherokee wheeling on the ironclads tomorrow... excited to see what it can do!
RollinRat I agree with everything but the break all the time. 5 Jeeps in 20 years... 1 radiator at 10 years in a 4.0, otherwise pretty much 5 150k+ wranglers (2.5L, 2 4.0Ls, 1 3.8L, and 1 3.6 L). The 4.0L is known to go 400k easily. My 3.6L was torture tested to 250k so I’m hoping for more than that... otherwise it’s Heli conversion time. I think people say the reliability stuff based on the mid 2000s SUV Jeeps who had some quality issues.
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I didn't hear one word you said, I was laughing so hard watching your son!
Thanks for the shout out! It was a great day for sure! The video turned out to be amazing! There was more snow that I remember!
I know!!! It was coming down!!
Good call Kevin, I mean Michael.
Right! I’m changing my name
Kevin (:p) - What is that North Face Jacket? Really like the lining! Great video!!
@@daigenTube It is a North Face jacket. It is a limited edition with all of the national park logos on the inside I found on sale in Aspen. I got it for like $30, it was an amazing deal!
Jason, one of the true Pioneers of Overlanding, I watch this video at Least 2-3 times a year.
Dude your son was cracking me up hard core in the first minutes of driving film 😂😂😂
I've been in a similar situation there. It was raining though, with a touch of snow at the peak of the pass. Once we got down to the rocky steps just before the switchbacks. We sat up there for 2 hours waiting for a break in the weather. Finally we got it and the warm air from lower on the canyon dried the rocks off and we hauled it down the mountain. I was the last one down and just as I started a cloud rolled in and I couldn't see more than 30'. It was sketchy to say the least, and I'm glad we made it down safe.
Wow! Sounds like a close call!
That scenery is unbelievable! It's definitely on my list! Great video!
Typical Aussie talks so much when excited haha cute....more shots of doggos please
Thanks she is pretty excitable. She loves to go overlanding!
You did such a great job capturing the view,. I've lived in Colorado for 3 years now and what you captured is the main reason I love this place. The weather, the mountains, and just the vibe. I'm a Jeep guy and enjoy being able to drive an hour or two and I'm in places like this.
So that is called a thunder snow and they are extremely rare. That's awesome!
Seriously?? That’s awesome I got it on video!!
Yeah, most people will never experience that in their entire life. That's really impressive that you caught one on film!
and the lightning during a snow storm is blue light (or the only lightning that i have seen in a snow storm was blue)
Graupel Snow
Very rare indeed. I've experienced in twice in Glenwood Springs, CO in my 20 years of living here.
Your friend made the right call. Good thing you had a local person with. And you took the advice despite wanting to see the road. I'd be feeling the same way.
I dig this one! Perfect music also
Thanks CK!
Where its at?
What's that beat Playing?
11:49
Ha! When I was a kid and camping with family, my dad didn't wait till I woke up, he'd beat on my tent and growl like a damn yeti & scare the crap outta me 🤣
That place is unbelievably gorgeous!
I agree!
I like the way you play with the music, to enhance the feeling of dread and danger. Good work.
i just started watching you ...just wanted to say thank you for knowing when to say when .....now my respect for you has grown 100 fold ..thank you
Thank you!
Love your editing, it's getting better. Love you running up hill disappearing and you 4Runner appears
Jason, amazing as always! I really dig your editing.
Thanks Michael!
Great you are sharing these beautiful memories with you two children. 👍👍 Nice off road pics of Black Bear Pass🐻 Appreciate the sharing.
Things can get intense on a dime in Alberta too....extra intense when you have the kids! When you have to make a call like this, and then it's even hairy just to get out safely, it can get the adrenaline going. Once you are out and look back at it though, the intensity usually adds to the enjoyment of the adventure! I once got pinned down in a white out on grey creek pass in BC and ended up staying the night in the middle of the trail in a blizzard. No signal, high altitude, dense forest in the middle of nowhere, crazy intense in the moment....one of my most epic adventures when I think about it now :)
Great video! I finally moto'd Black Bear last summer and it was epic. It's like another world back there
Can’t wait to do it next year!!
What are your thoughts of the Darche awning now that you have had it on a few trips? Do you love the side panels.?They seem to be blowing open a bit in the video.
It was so so windy. And given those conditions I felt like it held up well. It was nice to have all the coverage. I love it so much more than the fox wing I had on there.
@@SwellRunner awesome, i have order one for my trailer. thanks.
Really enjoy the way you put the videos together. That place is amazing and is definitely going on the list to explore. Keep it coming man 🤙
I did black bear the first day it opened this year and it was breathtaking! Way to make the best of it!
Wow, that could have gone all kinds of wrong.. Looking forward to getting up there again next summer to run the passes again. Great video as always.
Michael and I did Black Bear on opening day this summer. Was a fantastic time.
Greater Than Wines yeah we did!
Awesome to see a well built 4Runner in its natural habitat 😀 Great video in a beautiful area.
Great video as always, love it that the kids come along for the adventures 🙂👍
Loving the videos. My kids have been camping since they were under a year old (they are 10 and 11 now). Our goal is 1 weekend a month in the warmer months, but routinely turns into 3 weekends a month in May, June, and September. Im sure they will remember the trips their entire life as well as your kids.
I love this guy's videos ❤️
Ive run black bear its unreal.
Good call. thanks for sharing.
We were staying in Ouray at the time you made this video for our 1st anniversary. We were actually in Telluride on October 4th and went up the back side of Black Bear pass. Came back down for lunch while it was sunny and by the time we got done eating the mountains were topped with snow. Ouray, Telluride, and Silverton are absolutely beautiful. We are dying to go back.
Such a great place!! One of my all time favorites!
Jason, is there a video where you made it down into Telluride/completed Black Bear?
Love that. I hope I can go there one day from East Coast.
Outstanding video Sir. Thank you for sharing
Mate your kids are cool cats! 😆 It’s great to see them enjoying the outdoors with you. It’s the best way to create awesome memories growing up as a kid. Well done 👍
Thanks! I agree!
I did Black Bear the Friday before, and it was beautiful. The weather really changed Saturday though.
Great video. I've seen a lot of your videos just not comment a lot. Ourey is on my bucket list thanks to you. 👍
Haha. "So cold!" at 30°F. Must have been really windy.
Your son's silliness cracks me up!
You and me both! The ONLY reason I left all that talking in was because of him. I was rolling on the floor watching it!
He cracks me up as well
I have to respectfully disagree. I find it annoying and distracting. Plus, it isn't cool for children to interrupt when two adults are speaking. My apologies if I sound pretentious, but I believe in proper manners all around, including one adult to another. In the meantime, the video is great, and the scenery fantastic.
Frank Dawe, your a stick in the mud. Let kids be kids. There’s a time and a place to be serious, while Dad’s chatting it up with a camera............
I have an opinion, and I expressed it respectfully, unlike you! You're the type who has to sling insults.
Is Black bear Pass too narrow for a full-size truck, like a RAM 2500 Power Wagon?
Good choice! Visibility was the least of your troubles on Black Bear.🤓
Yep, I've driven it in the rain and I really wouldn't want to start down the steps or traverse that first switchback if there is a possible thin layer of snow on them...and I believe from where you turned around you are still a decent distance from the steps...with a shelf road section and off camber downhill sections before you get there. So, 100% the right call...
That drive looks insane in the best weather. I would never have attempted this run.
Nice! Love the hard park at the Summit!
What kind of Coms are you using. Thx
I think I would get super annoyed with having to stop, walk up the road put the camera down, do the pass, pick the camera backup, repeat. Then all the drone work and time lapses. Blue Lake had a lot more patience than I would have and I’m glad he did because the footage is awesome! I would be pounding on the steering wheel though! 😂 I would not be a good candidate to do this with you... BTW your video just got recommended to me. Great stuff! Turning around would have been an very easy decision for me to make with the kids in the truck.
Any info on that CB antenna placement that was on the white 4runner??
What info do you need (that is my white 4runner)? I have a Rago Fabrication bracket for the antenna.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Yeah im looking for a mount for mine. Was wondering what you are using. Hows it working out for you? Clear comms?!??
@@leonotthelion Yeah it works great, but to be honest I only got a CB because that what most people have out on the trail. I would rather use my HAM radio (which is what Jason and I were using in this video) So much clearer and better range. Just got to get your license!
@@bluelakeoverland1339 yeah I noticed they were HAM radios, I wanted to buy a set, but like you said most people use CB. And no weekend warrior wants to go and get a license for the HAM
@@leonotthelion It's an easy test and only about $15 to get a license and then a world of possibilities opens up. I am finding more and more overlanders have them which is nice. Also the radios are only about $30 if you get the ones Jason and I were using. But the drawback is you will need both so you have options for everyone. I typically off road with smaller groups so it hasn't been a big issue. Good luck!
What’s the background music at 23min? Where do you get your music in general? Love it!
Loving your vids. Quick question for you. What's your source for music? We've been using epidemicsound but not really loving it.
Epidemic sound. It’s taken me quite a while to get used to it.
@@SwellRunner Thanks for the reply. Guess I'm going to have to dig a little deeper into epidemic. Seems like it takes hours to find anything good. Anyways. I spent way to much time on your channel yesterday. Love your edit style. Watching you run your camera over was painful!
13K Alt. is treacherous any time of year. You were wise to turn around. I've been on other 4WD summits in July-August and we were caught in thunderstorms, spitting snow amidst the rain, and lighting striking way to close for comfort.
Your suv setup it amazing. Thinking about getting the front runner rack for my suv. Do your amber lights help with your visibility or just the visibility of you?
What size tires is Michael running with the 2.5" lift? Looked good with the stock wheels. Clearly enough for black bear pass also lol
I have 275's on there. They have taken me over Black Bear many times and also on many trips to Utah and beyond.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 awesome thanks! I'm stock right now but I want to figure out what I can get away with 2.5" lift. I don't really wanna go 3" and have to put 285s on. Are you 275/70/17? I will most likely do 2.5" Bilstein 5100s lift front and rear and a spacer to level the front out (unless i can sag the ear a little bit with the 5100s with no rub) and that is it. I want to Keep the stock wheels. I'm in a 2018 TRD Off Road. Thoughts? Thanks again.
@@JB-rp3ii Yeah no worries! I have a toytec 2.5" lift with bilsteins. Because I do overland I opted for a spring lift and not spacers but if you don't off road a ton then spacers will be just fine. I also have SPC upper control arms to help with alignment and geometry but those aren't required. You might still have a little rub with 275s but likely not and if you do it will be something easy to fix like moving the wheel liner a little bit.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Yeah I would prefer the spring lift with new longer shocks as well...I was thinking I could set the Front to 2.5" and the back to 1.75" so the truck looks level, clear the 275s front and rear and not have much or any rubbing. I'm not going to do any super serious overland, but if I get any rub like you said ill just put the back up to 2.5" move some wheel liner if I have to or make a decision from there. Thanks again...great stuff.
Music/songs in this video?
Is your drone operated by someone? Or do you have it on like a “follow me” mode?
Better safe than sorry! Like you said, you left yourself with the opportunity to try again later. I really need to make it up to Colorado next year. Is there any time of year where the weather is good *and* the crowds aren't bad? I think i've always kept CO on the back burner because i have this possibly incorrect perception that there will just be lots and lots of other vehicles on the trails.
Brien Wankel nope lol! Just kidding September is great when the kids go back to school but it is still possible to get snow early. Otherwise just come here in the summer and enjoy it. It’s not THAT crowded.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Thanks for the information! I think my main fear is that we'll get up there and then have a heck of a time finding wild camping spots that aren't already taken by somebody else. I'm fine with a little more traffic on the trails as long as we are able to find a place to sleep each night. Do you have any insight with respect to that?
Lots of dispersed camping here so should be ok. Just look at the GMUG forest service site and get some maps so you know where it is ok to camp. Lots of great resources online too.
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Great to hear, thanks again for the info!
Those alpine trails are so incredible. We went there in August. the only issue we had was you have a lot of none 4x4 people doing the trails and have no idea of trail etiquette and you find yourself going up a shelf road (Mineral Creek) and run into a huge ford f-250 with no idea what he and his wife has gotten themselves into. But just have to be patient and help him back into a good spot. His wife was pretty frazzled for sure. If I can I want to go down there every year, to camp and play on the trails and surrounding towns. Once you go down there you will have the time of your life. And if you have kids (daytime hours the slide is open) you must take some time off from running trails and take them to the newly renovated hot springs pool in Ouray. ((evening is nice for the adults)) and a great chance get cleaned-up!
Ive only been to Ouray in July, seems like there is alot less people around. Streets look empty compared to the summer. I need to go in the late fall
Dude. I would highly recommend maybe a couple weeks earlier than when I was there - maybe end of September. I bet it's perfect! When I was there in July for 1 night, it was sooo busy... Not my thing!
@@SwellRunner yeah, but luckily for us, the trails were not busy. We really enjoyed imogene. Did you get some video on imogene?
love the fast forward effect
Such a cool trail!
It was a blast!
@@SwellRunner I did this trail a few weeks after getting my 2016 Tacoma!! One of the best trails I have ever done. Got a little trail damage as a souvenir as well :)
PLEASE, what kind of hand
radio do you have????????
Just a cheap baofang amazon special
@@SwellRunner thank you RM
I want to go there. That looks like a beautiful place to visit.
What music did you use? I love it!
Just from epidemic sound
Thank you!
Hey there! Couple questions for you.
1) what was the fireplace you lit up for the kids in the beginning? I assume it’s propane?
2) have you ever had any issues leaving your trailer behind like that? I’d always be afraid of animals or people messing with it
It’s a little red campfire, propane. I lock everything up, including the hitch lock and all doors. Put everything away. I’ve never had any issues, but I take some precautions and remain a little nervous while gone!
I haven't seen you for awhile. Your truck looks different. Did you put a different front end on the truck for better approach angle? Did you put on the blower?
13:48 looks like mars or something lol so cool
Good times. Had to sub for your E for efforts! And spending time with your kids, priceless, right?
Excellent video, congratulations.
I think you have exactly the information that I am collecting. How has the CVT worked with the cold, wind and rain?
I take the opportunity to ask you about the external gas tanks: plastic or metallic ?, thin or thick ?.
I am very interested in your opinion and experience.
Cvt is great in cold weather! Definitely recommend their thicker summit series material. The rotopax are plastic.
Soooo Florida. “Miniature hail”. How is the move from Florida to SLC going? Welcome to the west. It’s a big country out here, eh? Eye-ma-gene pass. LOL. You’re cracking me up. Love the channel.
Jason was right in the pronunciation of Imogene. The locals here call it Eye-ma-gene. It was weird for me when I first moved here too!
How do you have time to travel Colorado from Florida, even business owner? I just wonder. It's seems to me you are on permanent vacation all the time. I crossed country from VA thru MO to Grand Canyon to Wyoming to South Dakota and back to VA and it takes 2 week about using hwy's . 6,000 miles on trip
2 meter Baofeng HT? Ham?
Yup!
pretty gnarly guys! nice video.
Comedy gold in the passenger seat 😂.
Anand Saxena I’ll be here all week. 🤪
its a great Sunday afternoon drive!!!
I'm just not near as famous.....
Wonder if he made it 15:38
Jason Hi from El Paso TX, what kind of cb radio are you using in the video????
Yeah, I think you should sit there for 15 minutes with that lightning storm so close. Good news is you turned around.
Which Toyota 4Runner 4x4 should I buy?
Hi I am new to the off road world, I want to buy a used Toyota 4Runner 4x4 and I only have $ 5000, which one you recommend?
3rd gens are the bomb! Especially if you can find one with the factory rear locker!
Wise decision to turn around. Wet, possible ice would be a disaster on the stair case.
Looks like so much fun 👍
Your kid in the first minutes...couldnt hear a word you said, I was busy laughing....
Have you upgraded the front CV's with longer shafts?
No.
Woowowwowo, double rainbows!! Wow lol
great content...love the background music!
Spectacular views !!!
4Runner or Wrangler?
hahaha 20:00 he wants to get outta there so badly lmao. i would too.
i think you can hear the charge in the air at 20:56 too... that's wild
Shimmering aspens are a sight to see
What model walkie talkie is that you were using?
www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-UV-5R-Dual-Radio-Black/dp/B007H4VT7A
@@lrsmith6037 Thank you!
@@lrsmith6037 please take the time to mention that these require licenses. You can put emergency services in jeopardy by just randomly selecting frequencies.
Every time I watch your videos I just laugh at your son. He's me minus 20 or so years. ;) Keep it up, little man!
Thanks overland dad!!
Cool scenery!
The music was kind of creepy, I was expecting the exorcist to pop out.
Haha.
There’s a Chick-fil-a in ouray?
There is not. We were both in Grand Junction when we met. I was checking out the newly remodeled REI and just happened to see Jason across the street from Chick-fil-a. So I wanted to stop and say hi and how much I enjoyed his channel. It just so happened he was heading to my neck of the woods so we made a plan.
"This is Kevin". Micheal, "This is Micheal"! Lol story of my life. I am horrible with names but will never forget a face.
ap1986 me too! I guess I look like a Kevin?
Hahaha. Sorry man.
Yes!! Me too!!
I never forget a face but in your case I’ll make an exception. Quote from Groucho Marx.
Nice vid! Just wondering... do you have vertebrae fused in your neck? Or do you just have the best posture in the world? haha. Cheers!
You can kinda tell he wanted to continue on and wanted to push things further
Really enjoyed this edit!
Thanks!
Cutting edge editing Jason.
Thanks!
Got a ham ticket for using those handhelds?
KE0SEO
@@bluelakeoverland1339 Awesome! Too often I see those, especially the el-cheapos, advertised as "walkie talkies" and/or "programmable FRS radios." Maybe a shout-out in future vids that those comms require an amateur radio license to legally operate? That was my only critique, awesome vid otherwise! 73s, de W0ATJ.
@@kitop310 Jason has so much good content that he probably has addressed it before. We have some videos coming out soon and we will make sure to mention it! Thanks for checking @swellrunner out!
Seriously...surely you have better things to worry about. Why would it be your business whether they have a license or not? Mind your business dude.
The music is great for the adventure
How do you get the drone footage when the truck is moving, like around the 10 minute mark? The effect is amazing. Is your son operating the drone?
Very cool, want to do that on the bike
Wow, just found you, but I love what I’ve seen so far. Awesome rig too, but I gotta disagree with Michael... lifted TRDs have difficulty going where my stock Rubicon goes. Just had to defend my Jeep’s reputation 😂, but I’m speaking the truth. Still, doesn’t matter what you drive, just go wheel! Taking a new style Cherokee wheeling on the ironclads tomorrow... excited to see what it can do!
RollinRat I agree with everything but the break all the time. 5 Jeeps in 20 years... 1 radiator at 10 years in a 4.0, otherwise pretty much 5 150k+ wranglers (2.5L, 2 4.0Ls, 1 3.8L, and 1 3.6 L). The 4.0L is known to go 400k easily. My 3.6L was torture tested to 250k so I’m hoping for more than that... otherwise it’s Heli conversion time. I think people say the reliability stuff based on the mid 2000s SUV Jeeps who had some quality issues.
I would be so scared to leave my trailer and all my gear unguarded