Cliff Hanger - The Legendary Jeep Badge of Honor Trail - 4K UHD

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  • Опубліковано 4 гру 2024

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  • @Apebrains
    @Apebrains Рік тому +3

    I did this trail 100% by myself at 19 years old in 2005 in a 98 TJ with a 4 inch lift and 35 Toyo Mudterrains. No lockers, no spotters. Smooth as butter. Never saw another vehicle the entire day. At one point, when the Jeep was teetering on two wheels in the breeze, I couldn't resist the urge to pop out the side and get a photo of her. Still have that photo. It was one of the greatest moments of my life.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  Рік тому

      What a great story! Post a photo in a trail review, we would love to see it! www.trailsoffroad.com/trails/524-cliff-hanger

    • @johnphillipsjr7238
      @johnphillipsjr7238 9 місяців тому

      Sure you did🤡

  • @photobuzz
    @photobuzz 2 роки тому +8

    It's not a 'cheat switch' and you're not 'cheating' if you use it. It's equipped that way to make things easier on you and on the Jeep. A good video, as usual. Thanks.

  • @MOTO809
    @MOTO809 2 роки тому +3

    Several years ago I started down Cliffhanger with a group of avid Jeepers. I was in my then unmodified 1993 Toyota pickup. It wasn't much past the creek crossing that I realized I was in way over my head. Myself, and a couple in an older Land Cruiser decided to turn back. We ended up having to wait for the main group to come back so we could get winched up the last obstacle to the road. What an experience.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Do you have any photos from that trip? We would love to see the rigs in action. The link to the trail page is in the video description above. Go there and at the bottom you can leave a trip report with photos and video.

  • @davidf1712
    @davidf1712 2 роки тому +2

    Oh Yeah BABY!! This is REAL off-roading!

  • @StormbornJKUR
    @StormbornJKUR 2 роки тому +5

    Very glad to see this trail finally on TrailsOffroad! I attempted this on my last trip but only made it down the gate keeper before deciding I need some more upgrades before continuing.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +2

      Yeah, long overdue. And that first part is no joke.

  • @pro-images1
    @pro-images1 2 роки тому +1

    Three words..... Truly F#*king Amazing!!!! Awesome video!

  • @shawnwalker2599
    @shawnwalker2599 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful trail, thanks for shairng. Well done on the video.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thank you. And it was a stunning trail. Almost to distracting

  • @WheelerMikeTOR
    @WheelerMikeTOR Рік тому +2

    Great job Josh.....you definitely captured that trail and have moved it to the top of my bucket list....Awesome buddy!!!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  Рік тому

      I am happy I could spark a little adventure. Let us know how it goes. Take pictures and post them up on our website. ---- Josh

  • @GATORADDAM
    @GATORADDAM 2 роки тому +1

    Holly shhhhhh!
    That's one wild but beautiful trail!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      To say the least. But often the harder trails have the bigger rewards. Thank you for watching

  • @kathyg.5742
    @kathyg.5742 2 роки тому +1

    That was exciting. Love the music. Beautiful Utah!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      We love Utah too. So beautiful. Thank you for watching.

  • @johngray9702
    @johngray9702 2 роки тому

    The view is AMAZING. Thank you.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thank you John. Have you done this trail?

  • @boldrbangr9834
    @boldrbangr9834 2 роки тому +2

    Like you saiid, incredible trails & scenery! My JLUR is equipped much like yours & I wouldn't have considered this trail until I saw you make it! Thanks!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      If you decide to give it a shot, head on over to the website and post some pics. We would love to see it!

  • @rsdaarud
    @rsdaarud 2 роки тому +1

    Epic Moab! Great video!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thank you for the kind words. And thanks for watching.

  • @lustthewander2411
    @lustthewander2411 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, i love 4wheeling and your videos, I like the honesty of how you felt on this trail.. you had my heart going from the comforts of my home. Great video !

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      hahahha, thank you. And thank you for watching.

  • @Nelsoh_
    @Nelsoh_ 2 роки тому +2

    THAT WAS AWESOME!! i wouldve been freaked out myself. great video :) breathtaking views!!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thank you and thank you for watching. Have you done this trail?

  • @denniswarner2150
    @denniswarner2150 2 роки тому +1

    Nice job Josh. Even seasoned 4wheelers like yourself can still get sweaty palms. Glad you made it through safely! Love TrailsOffroad! Very happy subscriber.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thank you Dennis. This is defiantly one of those trail. hahahha. Have you done this one?

  • @jeepingadventureswithjoeki6220
    @jeepingadventureswithjoeki6220 2 роки тому +2

    have not done cliff hanger yet. Looks amazing

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      I was shocked by the scenery of the trail. It is right there at what I believe is one of the most scenic trails in Moab. Well worth it. - -- Josh

  • @kauffmansshop4586
    @kauffmansshop4586 2 роки тому +2

    Did it in a 4 seater RZR on 33" it was a challenge but loved it.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +2

      Probably was amazing having the all the open air around you.

  • @jeffreybetts8014
    @jeffreybetts8014 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful scenery, and video, thanks

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @robertf3340
    @robertf3340 2 роки тому

    Much respect. You guys a
    Re Fn nutz. Off that cliff and it’s game over. Great video

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you, yeah it was a bit stressful.

  • @RyanRij
    @RyanRij 2 роки тому +3

    insane trail! Great, well put together video on it

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thank you for the kind words. Are you heading out to this trail anytime soon?

  • @anthonyrenaud5783
    @anthonyrenaud5783 2 роки тому +1

    Great Job!!! The views are amazing.

  • @larrycox3290
    @larrycox3290 2 роки тому

    Excellent video - engaging. Beautiful views - thank you.

  • @yousinkorswim
    @yousinkorswim 8 місяців тому

    WOW 🤩 The views are STUNNING!!!!!

  • @mikethompson7406
    @mikethompson7406 2 роки тому

    I find up ALWAYS easier, less stressful and overall more fun! Great videos you make, thank you for sharing!

  • @southernappalachianrecon
    @southernappalachianrecon 2 роки тому +2

    I can’t wait to get out there someday! Trail looked super DOPE 💯🤙

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Its worth it. If you can only do it once, give yourself a full week there. Just be ready to want to go back.
      What are some of your favorite trails? We are always looking for new places to offroad.

  • @overlandingsmith
    @overlandingsmith 2 роки тому +2

    What an awesome trail. Wow. Maybe next year we'll ship our jku to the states and drive some trails. We're just looking for some other offroader we can travel with

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      Let us know when you narrow in on some dates.

  • @KarlDeckerPresents
    @KarlDeckerPresents 2 роки тому +2

    Nice, balls of Steel!

  • @bobalanadventures2024
    @bobalanadventures2024 2 роки тому

    I just added this to my bucket list. Thanks for the video.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      You will love it. Follow up with us after you run the trail and let us know what you think.

  • @Joshyutah
    @Joshyutah 2 роки тому +4

    This was so much better than I thought. And way scarier too though. hahahahah.

  • @Broqsten
    @Broqsten 10 днів тому

    These guys did it

  • @brendtoconnell6119
    @brendtoconnell6119 2 роки тому +1

    Good video. I've been up Cliffhanger several times. Probably the best conditions for 2 wheel or navigating a jeep up Cliffhanger is to wait until after a rain and be the first to climb the rock. The sand deposits in dry conditions can really slip a tire.

  • @JeepAdventures
    @JeepAdventures 2 роки тому +4

    Cliff Hanger Baby!!!!!

  • @CJ-rk5eg
    @CJ-rk5eg 2 роки тому +1

    The pucker factor must be amazing.

  • @angelarickerson9797
    @angelarickerson9797 2 роки тому +1

    damn this is gorgeous. I can't wait to try it someday

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      I wasn't expecting the views. I couldn't believe how amazing they are. Thank you for watching ---- Josh

  • @brucemartin492
    @brucemartin492 2 роки тому +1

    @ 0:16 Looks like a spider was trying to help pull you up. Looks like a really fun trail

  • @Burke_Motorsports
    @Burke_Motorsports 2 роки тому +1

    The trail had my butt puckering, and I am home in my chair. One day I'll tackle that trail and overcome my fear.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      hahahaha. We feel you. What kind of trails do you like?

  • @joeverastegui8399
    @joeverastegui8399 2 роки тому +7

    10 foot ledge huh? LoL maybe 4 feet , but I do love that you get 4 great obstacles in the first 100 yards of that trail and then you get many very nice spots to wheel and no shortage of obstacles....what I don't like about that trail is it is not a loop which the in and back out creates issues of traffic. Great pucker trail. Keep your S#!T wired tight at all times.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Yeah, camera was a bit too close to see the full thing. Probably could call it more of a waterfall with a 4 foot ledge at top.
      But absolutely agree. This trail is amazing, but it is completely understandable why people don't want to do it.
      Lets go wheeling this weekend Joe. Big Bear is a calling.

    • @southernappalachianrecon
      @southernappalachianrecon 2 роки тому +1

      Looks about 10 foot to me from flat ground to flat ground 🤷‍♂️

    • @joeverastegui8399
      @joeverastegui8399 2 роки тому

      @@southernappalachianrecon Maybe I misunderstood what Josh was saying.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +2

      Cameras make everything look easier

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      All good. I think it is more like a 6 waterfall with an almost vertical ledge that is about 4 feet at the top. So to skip a long explanation that is why I said that. But the camera doesn't do it justice at all. It wasn't good feeling in the jeep. --- Josh

  • @C8sorbs
    @C8sorbs 2 роки тому +1

    Might get a Tazer to keep your settings as they were each time you cycle the ignition. That said, I made it to the Cliff Hanger creek crossing in my JTR, 37s on Mopar lift, and called it there. So glad to see what the rest of the trail looks like. Heart pounding just watching you go over the obstacle twice! 👍🏻👍🏻👏👏

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      hahaha, I get it. I was going into it with much easier expectations.
      I do have a Tazor Mini. I guess it doesn't keep those settings. --- Josh

  • @rjensen6368
    @rjensen6368 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Thank you, and thank you for watching.

  • @JeremyMN
    @JeremyMN 2 роки тому

    Awesome! 😎👍

  • @Ret-jf7nu
    @Ret-jf7nu 8 місяців тому

    No way on God's green earth would I attempt that! You guys have balls the size of the moon, my hat is off to you....stay safe!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  8 місяців тому +1

      hahahaha, it is rush for sure.

  • @derweibhai
    @derweibhai Місяць тому

    Did Cliffhanger on a Rokon all alone in the rain. That was an interesting day.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  Місяць тому

      That sounds a bit wild. How was it going back up the main obstacle?

    • @derweibhai
      @derweibhai Місяць тому

      @@Trailsoffroad No issues at all until I got back to the damn parking lot. That clime out is.......interesting. It had stopped raining by that point. The wheel base on a Rokon is only like 5 feet. Had to walk beside it and let it crawl itself out to the road. I had to do the same thing on Rusty Nail.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  29 днів тому

      Yeah, no kidding about that ending. But sounds like good memories

  • @JonDZ_Adventuring
    @JonDZ_Adventuring 2 роки тому +1

    Scury! 😱

  • @davidkay7389
    @davidkay7389 2 роки тому +2

    One of the hardest technical and psychological trails I've done. Did it with janky (intermittent) lockers. Views and sense of accomplishment definitely worth it
    #EJS22

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Awesome!!!! If you haven't already, post up a trip report with some photos. The link is in the video description above.

  • @fj9460-lr
    @fj9460-lr 2 роки тому +1

    Yikes, you guys rock; pun intended 👍🏼

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      hahahaha, thank you. And thanks for watching.

  • @garycocchiarella6600
    @garycocchiarella6600 Рік тому

    Did the 2 door have lockers? I am heading out there this week and am thinking this could be awesome but I don't have lockers in my 2 door. Thanks and great video!!!

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  Рік тому

      Yes it did. This might be a bit much for a vehicle without lockers as there is no tow points on this trail. Read up on the trail and get a ton more detail at www.trailsoffroad.com/trails/524-cliff-hanger

  • @DUNEATV
    @DUNEATV 2 роки тому +2

    When did you get the JL?

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      It was April 2019, the day we left for EJS. Put it on a trailer and took it straight to Poison Spider and it had only 11 miles on the odometer. I thought I took a video of it but apparently I didn't hit record. But the video is out there with that jeep brand new with shine on the trail.

  • @giljun1
    @giljun1 6 місяців тому

    WOW!!!

  • @NigelNaughton
    @NigelNaughton 2 роки тому +2

    I did that in my Prius. Is there any badge I get for that?

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      Pretty sure there is. Lets see this video.

  • @samwalker1304
    @samwalker1304 2 роки тому +2

    Both have 35s???

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      The 4-door JL was on 38's, I would have to confirm, but I believe the TJ was on 35's.

  • @ricklime1793
    @ricklime1793 2 роки тому +1

    Do you have a revkit or video of the JL build?

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Surprisingly I do not. Give me a few days and I will work on getting something up. Is there a question I can answer right now?

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      Here you got
      revkit.com/noesser-jl

  • @mack-jg1bk
    @mack-jg1bk 2 роки тому +1

    Why don't you use your lockers?

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      This is a great question.
      There are a few reasons, some are good, others not so much. Below is my reasoning with reason too. Let me know what you think?
      To start, you should always enter an obstacle that you know you will likely need lockers with your lockers on. Engaging your lockers while in an obstacle can sometimes cause the lockers not to fully engage and could cause problems such as breakage.
      So why I don't run with my lockers 99.99% of the time
      1.) Overwhelmingly less wear and tear on your driveline. This one is a good one and I think about it constantly.
      2.) Drastically lowers your chances of breaking. For me, I am pretty gentle on the Jeep, so this one isn't on my list of reasons. But for someone that is newer, it should be.
      3.) Running no lockers makes it much easier to stay on a line. With one tire not spinning, you won't slide around. This can help in certain situations.
      4.) This is one I do pay watch out for but it drastically reduces the chances of getting steering lockup.
      5.) This one is 100% me. But, I personally like the challenge, the harder it is, in my opinion, the more fun you will have. I am a firm believer that the people who struggle more than others are having more fun. When you have to earn the trail it makes it fun. This is why my other jeep is a manual trans.
      6.) This is a very bad one and I don't recommend doing this. Now, if you are open open and you get stuck. You can turn on your lockers and likely get yourself unstuck. But go back to what I opened up with. This is risky. But the truth be told, I think I have only had to do this a couple times ever. Before going into an obstacle I am usually pretty confident I will make it through or will be able to back out. If I doubt it at all, I engage the lockers at least 15 feet before the obstacle to ensure they are fully engaged.
      Now the debatable one.
      Driving with no lockers on is actually drastically better for the trail. The reason for that is when you are running your lockers on, both tires move at the same speed. If you turn at all, it is tearing up the ground as one tire is either moving fast or slower than the ground it is passing over. Now.... The big thing is if you spin your tires at all and your lockers could have kept you from spinning, plus it is in a spot that can take damage such as dirt, lockers could do less damage than being open in that instance. So that is why some people have the opposite view.
      Why use your lockers
      1.) Lockers can help make quick work of an obstacle. If the group is moving fast I will often engage them on anything I question or think might be hard.
      2.) Lockers will ensure that you can take your vehicle to its limits and beyond. This allows you to do drastically harder obstacles than you can open open. Meaning you can do harder trails and get to more unique places that fewer people have been to.
      Anyway, let me know if this all makes sense or if I confused you more? Thank you for watching the video - Josh

  • @mefobiajeep9866
    @mefobiajeep9866 Рік тому

    When on Cliffhanger obstacle, how far away is the cliff ? I am afraid of heights and was just curious if anyone has ever flopped here and if so di they go over the ledge.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  Рік тому

      So you are right on the cliff. But there is a small area that might catch the vehicle if you rolled off. might.
      But you would have to be doing something really insane to go off the cliff as the climb is flat and leans towards the cliff.

  • @arttomaszewski5497
    @arttomaszewski5497 Рік тому

    What do you recommend as the minimum jeep modification for this trail? Thanks Art

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! Take a look at our trail guide, we describe in detail the entirety of the trail including what vehicle we recommend! www.trailsoffroad.com/trails/524-cliff-hanger

  • @tomas2810
    @tomas2810 2 роки тому +2

    That trail was a big nope for us in our 4x4s. We mountain biked it instead and that one section was still sketchy.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      it is super narrow. As we pulled up, this one guy went off the obstacle at full speed. It was overly impressive.

  • @pztiger_214
    @pztiger_214 2 роки тому

    Hi. Bought my first ever jeep. What did you mean when you stated near video end "Lockers turn off with every key cycle?" Thx

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      When I started the obstacle I knew I would need everything the Jeep can do. So I engaged both front and rear lockers, but what you didn't see is I tried to get out of the Jeep half way up. So I turned off the Jeep to get out. Long story short, I couldn't exit the vehicle without climb through the window. So I had my spotter describe what I wanted to see and he placed a few rocks. I then restarted the Jeep and continued up and out. My spotter asked me why I didn't try my lockers noticing they were off. (Almost the entire trip I purposely didn't use my lockers). My spotter knowing this asked why I had them off on the obstacle. Well, I turned them on at the bottom and assumed they would stay on after the key cycle like the sway bar. I never double check that they were on or off. Mostly because I was focusing in on the moment. So that is what I mean by that. ---- Josh

  • @philgriswold2133
    @philgriswold2133 2 роки тому +2

    Great video and great scenery, but no for me. I'm not afraid to say that those drop off would be too much for me.

  • @EricBuenoo
    @EricBuenoo 2 роки тому

    This is the one trail I don’t think I can do lol. I think I’d need to ride passenger once before ever driving it.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      We get it. Even though there is a little space for mistakes. There isn't much and when you can see it, it is very uncomfortable

  • @CurtisBowers
    @CurtisBowers 2 роки тому

    Is it doable with a JLU on 35" with a 2 1/2" lift?

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      lockers and likely a friend to winch too

    • @CurtisBowers
      @CurtisBowers 2 роки тому +1

      @@Trailsoffroad going with a large Wrangler group. Thanks

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      Have fun

  • @RealEstateAustin
    @RealEstateAustin Рік тому

    More lift or get some different fender flares

  • @granitesand78
    @granitesand78 Рік тому

    Is that tj on 35s?

  • @problu9586
    @problu9586 2 роки тому +1

    Great scenery, but zero interest for my relatively mild stock 4x4 off the beaten path taste. Much of that trail looked too scary to hike on by foot, LOL.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому +1

      Hahaha, there was more then one time when we stopped. I had to move the Jeep because I was not comfortable enough getting out of the Jeep where it sat. Please tell us your favorite trail? We love every trail and always looking for recommendations.

  • @this1guy331
    @this1guy331 Рік тому

    Tires are way too large if you're rubbing like that... 38's on 2" lift.....

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  Рік тому

      yeah, just put them a few days before the trip. Didn't have time to clearance anything.

  • @mikehoffman3690
    @mikehoffman3690 2 роки тому +1

    😳

  • @seanalexander9373
    @seanalexander9373 10 місяців тому

    Holy shit that's a big hell no from me lol.

  • @JayDee25895
    @JayDee25895 2 роки тому +1

    Another Off Road Channel that thinks they are MTV too..... What's wrong with Off Road Sounds why drown them out with that stuff??

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  2 роки тому

      We tested this idea many times and found people want that background music overwhelmingly. Videos without music flopped every time.
      Thank you for the comment and watching. We love to hear what people like and don't like, plus what trails they would like to see.

  • @larryjanson4011
    @larryjanson4011 5 місяців тому

    if a 4 door dodge can do it any real CJ can breeze right through.
    but thanks to the eico nuts and for profit groups like the sierra clup 60% of the jeep roads in the moan area are now closed and can only be used by card careing member of special hiking clubs. all others will be arrested for trespassing.

    • @Trailsoffroad
      @Trailsoffroad  4 місяці тому

      Yeah, that is a real issue we are fighting out there. It is important everyone be involved with local groups that are helping fight the fight to keep the trails open.