Dewie, you don’t have to be so apologetic all the time. You put out good quality videos, despite poor conditions that are out of your control. Most of us can only wheel on the weekends, and we are forced to take the weather we are given. So, this experience is true to life. Keep up the good work.
Your footage is awesome and exciting with the snow. It's bad ___. Nothing to apologize over. Makes me wantto go to Colorado and 4 wheel! Think of how rare, how privileged to be able to be there in such a unique place.
Awesome video. Your a blessed man for having that offroad playground to drive too. I own a jeep Patriot which is good enough for most offroad trails here in SE TN. One day i will own a Wrangler!!!
What a amazing place. I did engineer pass few years back but I start the trail from ouray. I camp there around 8000 feet and my wife and I we get in a big storm, and exactly like you, no visibility and tons of snow. We love the trail and hopefully we will back there soon. Nice video, and will see you in the next one.
Bought my first Jeep last Summer and a week later I went straight to Lake City and took Cinnamon Pass for my first off road experience. I instantly got hooked. Thanks for the video as I plan to go back every year for more awesome sights.
That sounds like a great trip! That’s a great plan, but check out other parts of CO too. Some of our best stuff is not in the San Juans, but I do love that area too.
I did Cinnamon Pass from Lake City just after it opened back in May of 2023. It was so newly opened they hadn't change the sign where you get on the road to Cinnamon Pass in Lake City! The walls of snow were incredible back when we did it and there was still knee deep snow drifts in Animas Forks! I was bummed we couldn't do Engineer Pass at the time but it was nice to live vicariously thorough your video.
My son, grandson and I were there in June 2023. Snow was deep in some areas. Love you video, reminded me of our trip. We did Engineer Pass and Cinnamon Pass. Beautiful country. Thanks for the memories.
You have the best trail guide videos on RUclips, hands down. You deserve many many times the amount of subscribers you have. Hopefully your channel explodes in the near future.
I truly appreciate that! Thank you! It’d be awesome to have more subs and views, but I try not to think of that and instead focus on making these better videos.
Neat video, I agree that sometimes challenging weather makes for an exciting time, and it was funny to have a "shout out" to Florida, it's a different type of world but has value. It's beautiful and challenging in its own way! Looking forward to the next one.
I like videos like this. Most vids on YT are rockcrawling or deep mud that most people wouldn't be able to do. No need to apologize becaue of the weather, it's out of your control.
It’s still in the shop, but it’ll be my main filming vehicle. I did just buy a less capable vehicle that’s here in GJ tho. I’ll start filming with that once I can get back to GJ to pick it up.
So sorry I missed the live premier. Great video and narration. I'll be in Ouray starting July 16th and hoping more trails open up. Love your channel Dewie!
@@coloradomallcrawlers It rained nearly ever day.. lol. Took my dad to moab for a few days to show him around, early in the morning the temps were good but later in the day it was Hot.
Cool Video! We will arrive in Ouray on the 16th. Just curious where that water crossing is near the end of the video? I don't remember seeing that last time I was out there.
It’s that one in the mining area I showed while raining on the way up (with the note I’ll do it next time I’m there). You won’t miss it… that shot with the mining note will take you to it.
They plow and it is a unique experience going through snow drifts, however you are right. Some passes will not be open till July/August. Still a good time!
That’d be awesome… but unfortunately my work is tossing me all around and I’m now in Denver (we’ll Idaho springs right now). My goal is to get back to GJ, but since I’ve been promoted to locomotive engineer, I’ve lost all the seniority I had as a railroad conductor. I’m at the bottom of the barrel right now meaning I’m at the mercy of my employer again. Have a great time!
As I'm watching the vid and you're driving through places that were clearly under a lot of snow, I was asking myself who the eff is plowing this road during the winter?😂
More awesome videos, thank you. Just curious, did you do the wet nasty sections in 4 hi with rear locker engaged? no issues? i have a stock 2023 JLUR and id like to be able to use "3 wheel drive" when i can off road. Thanks Dewie
I did not use lockers on engineer in 2021 or for this video. I traditionally use lockers in 4wheel low for especially tricky obstacles (like on mount Blanca or holy cross). Lockers aren’t needed for trails like this… I had no slippage.
Lol, it’s Baja yellow or hella yella. It’s offered often. Dozer (my JK’s color) was a rare color altho nacho was very similar. I missed ordering nacho. This yellow is similar to what I consider my first Jeep, a 2000 TJ sport in solar yellow.
It’s all good… I just want it back! Did buy a new old Jeep against my better judgement yesterday. It’s not as cool as the liberty, but it’s sentimental to me so I’m excited for it.
It depends. 4 high should be alright, but it’s at high elevation so your engine may struggle without the low gearing. I guess it is hard to say for sure, probably just depends on your vehicle… if it’s a trail rated AWD or 4 High only vehicle, you should be ok. Good luck!
@@coloradomallcrawlers Oh I have a 2 door wrangler with the 2.0 L turbo. Hard to see how steep it is with just a camera angle. I have never done any high altitude trails in Colorado yet. Hopefully one day soon!
Road didn’t look too bad, a little wet but nothing the rubicon couldn’t handle. I have a rubicon also and under those conditions I wouldn’t even put it in 4x4.
Dewie! I have a 2021 Chevy Trailboss (currently still stock). Would love to learn from you and help provide content if you want addition vehicles to support your trail videos. Let me know!
Dewie, you don’t have to be so apologetic all the time. You put out good quality videos, despite poor conditions that are out of your control. Most of us can only wheel on the weekends, and we are forced to take the weather we are given. So, this experience is true to life. Keep up the good work.
Thanks! Appreciate it!
Your footage is awesome and exciting with the snow. It's bad ___. Nothing to apologize over. Makes me wantto go to Colorado and 4 wheel! Think of how rare, how privileged to be able to be there in such a unique place.
I love this place… come and see it for yourself!
Awesome video. Your a blessed man for having that offroad playground to drive too. I own a jeep Patriot which is good enough for most offroad trails here in SE TN. One day i will own a Wrangler!!!
Thank you! Patriots are pretty cool, but I understand wanting a wrangler! Your day with one will come soon I’m sure!
What a amazing place. I did engineer pass few years back but I start the trail from ouray. I camp there around 8000 feet and my wife and I we get in a big storm, and exactly like you, no visibility and tons of snow. We love the trail and hopefully we will back there soon. Nice video, and will see you in the next one.
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Bought my first Jeep last Summer and a week later I went straight to Lake City and took Cinnamon Pass for my first off road experience. I instantly got hooked. Thanks for the video as I plan to go back every year for more awesome sights.
That sounds like a great trip! That’s a great plan, but check out other parts of CO too. Some of our best stuff is not in the San Juans, but I do love that area too.
@@coloradomallcrawlers I've always wanted to retire in Lake City but I'm not sure my bank account will allow me to do so.
THANKS DEWIE !!!!! One of MY favorite passes ... The Alpine loop is just INCREDIBLE...
I hope to make a awesome one on the alpine loop!
I did Cinnamon Pass from Lake City just after it opened back in May of 2023. It was so newly opened they hadn't change the sign where you get on the road to Cinnamon Pass in Lake City! The walls of snow were incredible back when we did it and there was still knee deep snow drifts in Animas Forks! I was bummed we couldn't do Engineer Pass at the time but it was nice to live vicariously thorough your video.
That sounds like an amazing time!
My son, grandson and I were there in June 2023. Snow was deep in some areas. Love you video, reminded me of our trip. We did Engineer Pass and Cinnamon Pass. Beautiful country. Thanks for the memories.
Awesome! Sounds like you had a great time and thanks for watching!
Don't beat yourself up. I was there last year and that snow was a whole new experience for me. That was epic.
Thanks! Appreciate it!
You have the best trail guide videos on RUclips, hands down. You deserve many many times the amount of subscribers you have. Hopefully your channel explodes in the near future.
I truly appreciate that! Thank you! It’d be awesome to have more subs and views, but I try not to think of that and instead focus on making these better videos.
Neat video, I agree that sometimes challenging weather makes for an exciting time, and it was funny to have a "shout out" to Florida, it's a different type of world but has value. It's beautiful and challenging in its own way!
Looking forward to the next one.
Thank you for being here!
You got some great shots Dewie! 👍
The video was perfect. Not too long, not too short. And show what Engineer Pass looks like on opening day.
Awesome! Appreciate it so much!
Fantastic video, Dewie! Can’t wait for you to return and also do the Alpine Loop!
I think it’ll be fun… just gotta get the time off now.
I like videos like this. Most vids on YT are rockcrawling or deep mud that most people wouldn't be able to do. No need to apologize becaue of the weather, it's out of your control.
Thank you!
I hope ya bring that Liberty out again. Was really cool seeing a lesser appreciated Jeep getting some love.
It’s still in the shop, but it’ll be my main filming vehicle. I did just buy a less capable vehicle that’s here in GJ tho. I’ll start filming with that once I can get back to GJ to pick it up.
@@coloradomallcrawlers awesome! I look forward to seeing your future videos!!!
Nice job Dewie! Safety is always first, specially when you travel alone. Can't wait for the next one.
Absolutely!
Going a week from today🎉. Thanks as always for sharing!
Hope you enjoy it!
Soo cool! Sad about the trail not being done yet, but still pretty cool to see it so early season!
Yeah, I wasn’t sure what to expect!
So sorry I missed the live premier. Great video and narration. I'll be in Ouray starting July 16th and hoping more trails open up. Love your channel Dewie!
Thank buddy! I think you’ll be in good shape on the 16th!
Greqt video man, bear was very cool, and yeah, lots of snow lol.
Lol, yeah, I want to get a close up of one in the future ha.
Cool video - those are some big snow drifts up there!
Absolutely!
I went in July last year. Late July is the perfect time to go...
Absolutely!
Another great video, I can't wait to visit Colorado and hit some trails.
Thank you! You’ll have so much fun!
Great video! Love seeing the weather. You do really cool edits with the maps and trail trace overlays. Keep up the amazing work.
Thank you so much! I loved it in Indiana Jones videos when I was younger and thought it’d be useful to include in a trail guide.
I'd love that experience! Awesome, thanks!
It was fun for sure!
Dewey, thanks for the videos, I always enjoy your work it gets to the point 👏
Glad you like them!
darn the luck, I was out there in Colorado Springs visiting when you made this run. I even had the bronco with me.
I bet springs was fun tho!
@@coloradomallcrawlers It rained nearly ever day.. lol. Took my dad to moab for a few days to show him around, early in the morning the temps were good but later in the day it was Hot.
Filmed on my bday homie! I need to head that way before it’s closed
Awesome! You definitely should!
You fit a pretty cool channel man keep it up. Im in colorado also, so... It's cool to see what's around me! Thank u for doing it.
Thanks! Will do!
You guys are awesome! Love reading your messages… I’ll respond individually once I have service again. Got to find camp now!
I'm actually surprised to learn they plow those passes. I would have guessed for sure they just waited for them to melt!
It’s pretty wild for sure!
Cool Video! We will arrive in Ouray on the 16th. Just curious where that water crossing is near the end of the video? I don't remember seeing that last time I was out there.
It’s that one in the mining area I showed while raining on the way up (with the note I’ll do it next time I’m there). You won’t miss it… that shot with the mining note will take you to it.
Awesome video, thank you.
Thank you!
We made it over on June 28th. It was just freshly cleard.
Very cool!
We plan on going to the telluride area in mid June 2025... Now I'm nervous we won't be able to do a lot of the passes
They plow and it is a unique experience going through snow drifts, however you are right. Some passes will not be open till July/August. Still a good time!
I will be up there the week of the 17th of July would love to meet you with my mostly stock 4runner
That’d be awesome… but unfortunately my work is tossing me all around and I’m now in Denver (we’ll Idaho springs right now). My goal is to get back to GJ, but since I’ve been promoted to locomotive engineer, I’ve lost all the seniority I had as a railroad conductor. I’m at the bottom of the barrel right now meaning I’m at the mercy of my employer again. Have a great time!
@@coloradomallcrawlers well if for some reason you make it to the Alpine loop area let me know and congratulations on your promotion
As I'm watching the vid and you're driving through places that were clearly under a lot of snow, I was asking myself who the eff is plowing this road during the winter?😂
Lol, I know!
Lovin it!!
Great video
Thank you!
More awesome videos, thank you. Just curious, did you do the wet nasty sections in 4 hi with rear locker engaged? no issues? i have a stock 2023 JLUR and id like to be able to use "3 wheel drive" when i can off road.
Thanks Dewie
I did not use lockers on engineer in 2021 or for this video. I traditionally use lockers in 4wheel low for especially tricky obstacles (like on mount Blanca or holy cross). Lockers aren’t needed for trails like this… I had no slippage.
Great video despite the clouds train driver. How did you get a jeep in UP yellow?
Lol, it’s Baja yellow or hella yella. It’s offered often. Dozer (my JK’s color) was a rare color altho nacho was very similar. I missed ordering nacho. This yellow is similar to what I consider my first Jeep, a 2000 TJ sport in solar yellow.
@@coloradomallcrawlers Still got my son's photo? How about posting it on his Memorial Page on a trail or train if you can get around to it.?
You ever going to finish the KJ? Started watching because my kid has a KK. He does trails in PA with his.
Of course! How am I going to do the alpine loop with it if I don’t? It’s in the shop still… my dad is trying to get an eta.
@coloradomallcrawlers i heard in vid...should have watched before commenting.
It’s all good… I just want it back! Did buy a new old Jeep against my better judgement yesterday. It’s not as cool as the liberty, but it’s sentimental to me so I’m excited for it.
Looks really cool with that weather. Does this road require 4L all the time or can you use 4H for a big chunk of it?
It depends. 4 high should be alright, but it’s at high elevation so your engine may struggle without the low gearing. I guess it is hard to say for sure, probably just depends on your vehicle… if it’s a trail rated AWD or 4 High only vehicle, you should be ok. Good luck!
@@coloradomallcrawlers Oh I have a 2 door wrangler with the 2.0 L turbo. Hard to see how steep it is with just a camera angle. I have never done any high altitude trails in Colorado yet. Hopefully one day soon!
You’ll be fine. I’d use low if you’re having to give it excessive throttle. If it’s a non rubicon, command trac 4wd low is perfect for this trail.
Going to Lake City in the fall!
Heck yeah!
I Was planning on heading up to fairplay / Leadville area for July 4th weekend. Any trails I should do while Im there?
Mosquito Pass
@@travneal23 I SECOND THAT !!!!
Mosquito is good and it should be open by then! Have fun!
Road didn’t look too bad, a little wet but nothing the rubicon couldn’t handle. I have a rubicon also and under those conditions I wouldn’t even put it in 4x4.
That’d be a mistake, but you do you.
I'll be there tomorrow! Looking for people to wheel with I'm in a 2dr Wrangler Rubicon on 33s
Have a great time!
GET SOME!!!!
Lol yeah!
what day is the opening day for future reference?
It varies every year. The day after this was shot was this year’s opening day.
Dewie! I have a 2021 Chevy Trailboss (currently still stock). Would love to learn from you and help provide content if you want addition vehicles to support your trail videos. Let me know!
That’d be cool to film… right now, everything is done through my personal facebook page. Don’t have a better method.
Definitely not Mall Crawling, the name needs a refresh. Good content
The name is funny… we’ve been called mallcrawlers simply due to us wheeling stock or suv based vehicles. We are gonna stick with it, but thanks!
Headed there from Ohio in my 80 series in a few days.
Have a blast!
Real world video is good.
That’s what we aim for!
Fix your windshield :D
One day lol
And 1st comment!! 🎉
Wasn’t that a grizzly????
Nah, black bears can be brown. I do believe it is possible that we still get an occasional grizzly in CO tho, but more northern than the San Juans.
Im the 1st like. 🎉😅
Go to work. 😅
I’m trying… they assigned us to a turn instead of first in, first out 🙄😂
@nazgul_renegade and I did this in a rainstorm that blew in. I can only imagine how much more fun in the snow this would be.
I bet that was fun tho! Yeah, rain & snow definitely makes things more exciting!