The First Day Curse returns... I damaged my truck. :-(

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  • @jamesn.449
    @jamesn.449 2 года назад +1

    The first dent is always the one that hurts the most.

  • @Flyfeesh
    @Flyfeesh 2 года назад +19

    If you’re ever out in Utah again, in southwest Utah specifically. I’m a backcountry (sometimes softroading, sometimes 4x4) guide and could point you in the direction of some wonderful, non national park places to take your rig!

  • @CoachEzFit
    @CoachEzFit 2 года назад +16

    As a fellow explorer, I appreciate how you share your location without giving too much away. Half the fun is finding these unique places on your own. Keep exploring!

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад +12

      Thank you for saying that. Some viewers get a little salty that I don't include more specifics, but every single place I checked out in this video, I found myself by simply spending some time studying maps & satellite imagery. It's infinitely more rewarding to make one's own discoveries and have the homework pay off. :-)

    • @swidahooverlanding2867
      @swidahooverlanding2867 2 года назад +3

      @@softroadingthewest I have a bunch that follow me around on Google Earth all the time. I figure if they can figure it out they will appreciate it as much as I do.

    • @acoupleofscrewsloose
      @acoupleofscrewsloose 2 года назад +1

      @Coach EzFit, we totally feel the same way.

    • @acoupleofscrewsloose
      @acoupleofscrewsloose 2 года назад +2

      @@softroadingthewest we do the same thing. Research and explore. If people really want to respect these places they should put the effort into the work that goes into finding them. Those who are too lazy to do the research don’t deserve to go to these amazing places.

    • @tomlorenzen4062
      @tomlorenzen4062 2 года назад

      @@acoupleofscrewsloose not amatter of lazy, sometimes we are unfamiliar with areas and/ or technology to find them. But for RUclipsrs to act like these areas are so sacred that they can't divulge them, on unless you join and pay me. Sorry.

  • @UbiqueOverland
    @UbiqueOverland 2 года назад

    I love the, "Oh..come on!" comment when you got to that amazing campsite. Exactly what I was thinking!

  • @travdurland5676
    @travdurland5676 2 года назад +13

    Utah in April is a dice roll when it comes to the wind. I've had trips where it's calm, quiet and beautiful. Then there's been trips where it's constant wind, sand in everything & beautiful.
    On a side note, a great way to meet your neighbors while camping is when you run through their campsite chasing your tent as it's flying 30 feet in the air. You know they're good neighbors when they join the chase.
    As far as the truck body damage goes, chick's dig scars, and honor lives forever.
    Thanks for another great video & bringing back some great memories.

  • @thomas194907
    @thomas194907 2 года назад +2

    wow !!! utah is spectacular...just love it

  • @ruizjulian1
    @ruizjulian1 2 года назад +10

    Ouch, sorry to hear about the damage. Makes the adventure even more memorable no matter how unfortunate. Absolutely beautiful scenery though! Love watching your videos, keep up the great work

  • @nederlander9321
    @nederlander9321 2 года назад

    Don't feel bad, it happens. Brand new Toyota truck a few years back. Offroad, wasn't used to the longer wheelbase, took a corner too tight on a rock with resulting major scrape and dent to the lower door. The truck had 112 miles on it. I just about cried.

  • @kingofbaja5b
    @kingofbaja5b 2 года назад +4

    20:13 awesome nature

  • @virginiarocks
    @virginiarocks 2 года назад

    Wow. The scenery is just something else! Sorry about the damage 😢

  • @stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314
    @stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314 2 года назад +2

    The scenery is fantastic

  • @vincentsmalley3073
    @vincentsmalley3073 2 года назад +1

    Hats off !!
    You never see any video in the wind on how brutal it can be ,
    Drone was fantastic !!

  • @richardk1499
    @richardk1499 2 года назад

    Wind is getting worse everywhere. You survived!

  • @oldmillrd8153
    @oldmillrd8153 2 года назад +7

    A lot of my friends ask me why I keep going down, from Washington St, to Utah. You just showed why. Some of the best scenery and camping in the US is just off road. Many of the these places if located in any other State would be a National or State park. It is such an incredible state. Really looking forward to the rest of your Utah adventure.

    • @kathym6603
      @kathym6603 2 года назад

      Utah just won a least-stressed-out state contest!!

  • @Gusgreek24
    @Gusgreek24 2 года назад +6

    That stuff can be repaired or replaced bro! At least ur safe and no one's hurt. Great video content 👍

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад +6

      For sure, as far as vehicle mishaps go, if no one's hurt and I can keep on truckin' I can't complain too much. :-)

  • @UnderAchievrLP
    @UnderAchievrLP 2 года назад +4

    A good PDR(paintless dent repair) might be able to help straighten out the dented side of the truck. Battle scars add personality. The advantage of a vinyl wrap is being able to simple recover the damaged section of bodywork with a fresh sheet.

  • @imhidingintheshop8889
    @imhidingintheshop8889 2 года назад +2

    Sorry about the truck brother, beautiful work as always!

  • @davetee3589
    @davetee3589 2 года назад

    Thanks for not geotagging that precious trail and view point, I'm planning to camp there this Autumn.

  • @stu_ut5181
    @stu_ut5181 2 года назад +1

    I love seeing people experience Utah for their first few times. I’m lucky enough to have called Utah my home for my entire life. If you think the change in landscape is dramatic there, you should really consider doing Cathedral Valley in Capitol Reef. It goes In and out of the park. Once at the campground (unfortunately you have to camp in a designated spot if in the park) you can drive no more than 1 mile and it transitions from the towering sand stone cathedrals to Thousand Lake Mountain (Inside the Fish Lake National Forest) where you have High Mountain Sage, Aspens, Pine, Streams, and Lakes. The geography in the area is truly astounding and one of a kind. I hope to run into you on the trail some day!

  • @midnightadventureswa
    @midnightadventureswa 2 года назад

    Good morning Donald thanks for Sharing your video and now you got your badge of honor denting the side of the vehicle that which now you can make another video on how to fix it thanks for sharing looking forward to the next video

  • @rael6_4wd
    @rael6_4wd 2 года назад +3

    Ugh!…
    The dangers of venturing out into the desert in early spring. I can’t tell you how many trips I’ve spent hiding in my vehicle. When that desert wind really starts blowing, there is NOTHING you can do in it that is fun. I hope it changes completely for the remainder of your trip. Really looking forward to the next videos. Especially when you meet up with Jared.

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад +4

      I managed to use the topography to find refuge from the wind a couple of times, and then on the Friday & Saturday I was with Jared, the wind almost went away completely (and then I was a little too hot, LOL). The wind definitely impacted my experience but overall the whole thing was amazing, zero regrets.

  • @1WillyK
    @1WillyK 2 года назад

    The wind has been so crazy that a mountain range about twenty miles to the south of where I live in Colorado had it's snow cover tinged red from all the dust blowing in from the desert.

  • @stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314
    @stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314 2 года назад +1

    Sorry you got damaged. But yet and still this vid is awesome.

  • @EpicAdventuresOffroad
    @EpicAdventuresOffroad 2 года назад +4

    Man, sorry to see that happen to the rig. I know how frustrating that is. And the camera gear to boot! That’s a huge fear of mine with all this expensive gear… love the videos though, and looking forward to the rest of the series.

  • @Dennis-1367
    @Dennis-1367 2 года назад +1

    I like the new styling of the fonts. You just keep improving, the cinematography is quite professional now.

  • @andrewinaustintx
    @andrewinaustintx 2 года назад +2

    Glorious scenery - many thanks for sharing it with us - especially the drone footage.

  • @nickhanlin8614
    @nickhanlin8614 2 года назад

    Thoroughly enjoyed the music in this video!

  • @Alex_556
    @Alex_556 2 года назад

    These scratches are in fact just cosmetics and didn't prevent you to move along. Last week I explored very south-west Oregon corner and on my way back home the axle shaft bearing of my Nissan disintegrated. Thanks God it happened just 20 mls from Eugene not in the mountains were I was wandering. Spent the night in the truck, called towing to Nissan Eugene in the morning, but was told there that the damage was far more excessive plus they don't have parts so it'd take weeks and $$$$. So I had to leave the truck overnight on the dealer's lot (where it was robbed, but that's another story), returned with a trailer following morning and towed it back home 100+ miles north. Still waiting for a new shaft get delivered... So, while your truck is able to move, you're good!

  • @utahjohnnymontana3373
    @utahjohnnymontana3373 2 года назад

    At least you drove out and didn't have to call Matt's for recovery. Great scenery, Utah is on the bucket list for sure.

  • @929cbr_rr
    @929cbr_rr 2 года назад +1

    Your channel deserves a thousand times more subs and ten thousand times more views. Some of the best, most creative off road video shooting and editing on youtube.
    And you didn't didn't "damage your Frontier", you "added some character marks".

  • @gringo3009
    @gringo3009 2 года назад

    Sucks about your truck. Wind is the worst. Thanks for sharing. Love Utah.

  • @OverlandAdventureTimes
    @OverlandAdventureTimes 2 года назад

    Stunning! Can't wait until we get to head that direction!

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад +1

      Loooong haul and $O MUCH GA$ but it exceeded all my expectations in every way...you won't regret getting down there!

    • @OverlandAdventureTimes
      @OverlandAdventureTimes 2 года назад

      @@softroadingthewest we were planning this year, buuuut life got in the way. So hopefully 2023 will be it! But yeah, the thought of the gas bill is not pleasant.🥺

  • @xchick10
    @xchick10 2 года назад +1

    I'm so impressed by you video building and story telling. Gorgeous footage and excellent mix of shots, talking, etc.

  • @dezfan
    @dezfan 2 года назад

    Absolutely beautiful area. Trail damage sucks, but it’s just part of the cost of being an explorer. Looking forward to the rest of the trip.

  • @StacySalmans
    @StacySalmans 2 года назад

    The wind has been nuts this spring. Bummer about the damage. Awesome overlook. Great start to the series.

  • @mikejohnson8822
    @mikejohnson8822 2 года назад

    By FAR and AWAY your best so far both in terms of both adventure and video editing ! Bravo !

  • @offroadxplorer
    @offroadxplorer 2 года назад

    Sorry to see the damage you took to share the incredible scenery with us.

  • @dougsfan9984
    @dougsfan9984 2 года назад

    Ouch!!! Sorry for the damage Donald. Hopefully insurance takes care of that.

  • @Sven-_Trials
    @Sven-_Trials 2 года назад

    Quickest 22 minutes! Beautiful area!!

  • @preacherman85379
    @preacherman85379 2 года назад

    It sucks about the damage but its “only” cosmetic, at least you could continue your trip.

  • @UTADV
    @UTADV 2 года назад

    Great work here. Thanks for keeping the nav details under your hat, so to speak. Utah will always leave a mark in its travelers, one way or another.

  • @dominica2765
    @dominica2765 2 года назад

    Sorry for your damages thanks for the video be blessed

  • @joycejohnson1396
    @joycejohnson1396 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing and I am glad you are safe.

  • @elflordsjourneys
    @elflordsjourneys 2 года назад

    That was some rad offroading, bummer about the truck damage, bound to happen sooner or later. I've been to all the parks in Utah, you should see them sooner than later as they get more crowded every year it seems.😀

  • @CraigG21
    @CraigG21 2 года назад

    Beautiful scenery! Sorry about the truck ☹️

  • @strictlybeats
    @strictlybeats 2 года назад

    Great video this week. Sorry about the truck - people will always say its part of the adventure, but it always hurts bad. Look forward to seeing more in Utah.

  • @rayred74
    @rayred74 2 года назад

    Stunning scenery. Sorry to hear about damage

  • @brucefrye2292
    @brucefrye2292 2 года назад

    Wind is the sculpter of all the scenery there, so sometimes you're in the middle of the sculpting.

  • @virginiarocks
    @virginiarocks 2 года назад

    Wow. This is stunning scenery! Sorry about the damage to the truck 😔

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 2 года назад

    Definitely adding this one to my must see list.
    Excellent video, very nicely done.
    This is a thumbs up 👍

  • @Sergiop4x
    @Sergiop4x 2 года назад

    That fine dirt will absolutely destroy cameras/lenses. I'd never do that again.

  • @brandonroach2097
    @brandonroach2097 2 года назад

    Some ankle weights attached to bungee cords will hold things down surprisingly well.

  • @SM-nb2th
    @SM-nb2th 2 года назад

    Sorry about your truck accident

  • @nevv8581
    @nevv8581 2 года назад

    Thank you for another great vid! Sorry about the truck, I’m glad you are still smiling.

  • @dlansburg2673
    @dlansburg2673 2 года назад

    Another great video,sorry bout the damage.I spent about 10 days in Utah this past winter ,looking forward to returning

  • @Sthilboy56
    @Sthilboy56 2 года назад +1

    A few battle scars are ok it’s mechanical problems or damage you don’t want , looks great out there 👍

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад

      Indeed! I could keep on driving! The dents are kinda growing on me. :-)

  • @gobear83
    @gobear83 2 года назад

    I would look at the marks on your truck as a badge of honour …great video. Keep them coming

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад

      I'd say there's a good chance they will remain as such. :-)

  • @misskc94
    @misskc94 2 года назад

    Stellar views and exquisite captures of your first 24 hrs. Can’t wait for episode two.

  • @mattbooker8496
    @mattbooker8496 2 года назад

    Sorry about your rig. Great video!

  • @calebtucker3166
    @calebtucker3166 2 года назад +1

    As always great content. So sorry about your truck. Maybe it's time for some fender guards made from tube steel.

  • @Realtor_eliot_portland
    @Realtor_eliot_portland 2 года назад

    Donald coming through!!!! Love it!

  • @nomoremeetings1183
    @nomoremeetings1183 2 года назад

    Magnificent scenery out there!

  • @dizzle215
    @dizzle215 2 года назад

    Great editing and commentary. Really liked the soundtrack as well. Safe travels!

  • @judyzito6282
    @judyzito6282 2 года назад

    Amazing adventure you had. Beautiful scenery indeed. I myself could never do what you do, so glad I can live vicariously through your endeavors. Love watching your shows. I’ve learned so much already. Great job! 👍🏻
    Sorry about your truck.

  • @richardburguillos3118
    @richardburguillos3118 2 года назад

    Ouch that’s gotta hurt… your first off-roading damage? Definitely didn’t look like “soft” roading damage… thanks for taking us along. Beautiful country.

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад +1

      On this truck, aside from pinstripes, yes, first real damage. The Forester was pretty battered up, though nothing quite like this.

  • @Fish_InChips
    @Fish_InChips 2 года назад

    Now you'll never feel bad about scuffing up the truck!

  • @ventureoffroading
    @ventureoffroading 2 года назад

    Sorry to see the damage to your truck and camera. I would venture everyone who travels to remote and rugged places experiences that sot of thing now and then. I know we have. My wife and I love you channel and this video really got us excited about our next trip. As soon as possible, we’re off for 6 weeks to desert southwest. I hope we fine areas like those in this video.
    Thanks again for making this content.

  • @ant4x499
    @ant4x499 2 года назад

    Wow Amazing views! Sorry about the damage to your truck.

  • @davidviner5783
    @davidviner5783 2 года назад +1

    An exceptional video. You captured the landscapes perfectly. Superb videography. My only criticism is that the video is too short!

  • @danthompson1467
    @danthompson1467 2 года назад

    Your blessed to be able to go do this . I’m having a anxiety attack watching and I’m not kidding . Your getting to see amazing things . unreal thank you for sharing I would never be able to see anything like it . Be careful but live all you can small things can change that take away your freedom to do what you love to do . God bless you on your travels

  • @mikemorgan4670
    @mikemorgan4670 2 года назад

    Really nice video, anticipating future episodes from this trip. Sorry about your truck, ouch. Little bit more than pinstripping!!

  • @mariechristinechateau2625
    @mariechristinechateau2625 2 года назад

    Incredible! Gorgeous! Tu nous fais visiter de magnifiques paysages,... mais soit prudent !

  • @zackdemundo
    @zackdemundo 2 года назад

    Some of the best videography you’ve ever done! Impressive.
    “I’m glad I wasn’t in a tent.”
    If that was about the same time I was in southern Nevada, I was in that windstorm in a tent. It nearly collapsed it a few times. It was my two person “backup tent.” I didn’t have the rain fly on, which was probably good in retrospect. It would been ripped away.
    Sorry about the dents and scrapes.

  • @danielcargill8019
    @danielcargill8019 2 года назад

    Like the new thumbnail, truck is handling the terrain well.

  • @TonyLockhart
    @TonyLockhart 2 года назад

    Nicely done-great episode. Sorry about the damage to your rig.

  • @nickolasmiller2808
    @nickolasmiller2808 2 года назад

    Epic video, as always. Makes me want to go explore Utah. Bummer about the damage. Glad you're safe, that's always the important thing. I'm looking forward to the next video.

  • @bobdemichele1542
    @bobdemichele1542 2 года назад

    Great Video. You have to love Utah. Just got back but did not export as much as you did. Thanks for sharing and drive safe.

  • @uritaub5441
    @uritaub5441 2 года назад

    Amazing scenery. Great you met with Jared, who is doing softrowd Utah the family way.

  • @Old_Rider
    @Old_Rider 2 года назад

    Been looking forward to this one! Bummer on the damage…

  • @pala4833
    @pala4833 2 года назад

    Condolences. Some beautiful shots in there. I like the two cairns in the foreground. It made a nice optical illusion. And that box canyon, so gorgeous. Your rig has its own undulating forms now!!

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад

      LOLOL!! First my custom emblem up front, now my own unique custom undulating body panels! We'll see how much of an "influencer" I really am if other Frontier owners go out and hammer some dents into their rear passenger side fenders. :-)

  • @brackeng1294
    @brackeng1294 2 года назад

    Beautiful scenery. I love what you are doing. Keep it up!

  • @adventuresintruckland
    @adventuresintruckland 2 года назад

    I think this is your best video, to date. Informative, valuably experiential and cinematic! I loved this...and am so jealous! These are some of the places I am greatly looking forward to exploring. Can't wait for the next part!

  • @slamboy66
    @slamboy66 2 года назад

    We have the wind bad here also in Southern Nevada. I keep ear plugs in my tent for windy nights.

  • @mariechristinechateau2625
    @mariechristinechateau2625 2 года назад

    Alain adore t'écouter.... même si il ne comprend pas ! Je lui explique.
    I love to listen to you. I love to visit Utah with your eyes.

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад +1

      Merci, et gros bisous à vous deux. Un jour, mes voyages arrivera jusqu'en France. Toute la famille me manque!

    • @mariechristinechateau2625
      @mariechristinechateau2625 2 года назад

      Toi aussi, tu nous manques.... Alain me dit qu'il aimerait bien voyager avec toi !

  • @NarleyAdventures
    @NarleyAdventures 2 года назад

    👍👍👍👍👍, Sometimes you just have shut it down till the conditions improve. Me using a tent would have to spend the night "sleeping" in the drivers seat. That was some pretty rugged terrain.

  • @KirbyLouis
    @KirbyLouis 2 года назад

    living a real life scene in every mars movie with that first night

  • @broinsocali
    @broinsocali 2 года назад

    That will buff right out. I thought you did some real damage. Glad it was just some dents. I plan on visiting Utah parks one day.

  • @artem1085
    @artem1085 2 года назад

    Oh. Sadly. Everything will be fine Donald!

  • @BurbanNomad
    @BurbanNomad 2 года назад

    Great video and capturing the beauty of what Utah has to offer! You are in my home state. I was just in Oregon two weeks ago and couldn't help but think how awesome it would be to have you and Jason show me the ropes in Oregon! I am excited to see what's to come with your Utah adventures! Sorry about the damage to your truck, that is such a bummer.

  • @augustp7157
    @augustp7157 2 года назад

    My top 3 favourite RUclips channel is back! The other two are Primal and Shin 😁

  • @thebiglimey
    @thebiglimey 2 года назад

    Utah is a spectacular place and you did an amazing job of capturing it, just a pain about the lens and the dings to the truck. Can't wait for the next episode, assuming I'm not loading up my Frontier for my own adventure!

  • @louiskudlak2241
    @louiskudlak2241 2 года назад

    Great episode buddy in gods country, it’s a 4wd and we all have natures marks on them, loving the channel, cheers Donald from Western Australia 🇦🇺

  • @acoupleofscrewsloose
    @acoupleofscrewsloose 2 года назад

    Ouch! You really did ding your truck up. Looks like it may be easy to get fixed. We are down there right now and the landscape is magnificent. You have captured it beautifully. We arrived on the 17th and found a spectacular small canyon to tent camp our first night. We settled in bed and the wind picked up. No biggie. THEN gusts of 50+ mph wind started to slam into us and we were literally inside our tent holding it up for an hour. There was a short lull and I jumped into the truck and drove it right next to the tent to help block the wind. It worked pretty good but the next morning we saw that we accumulated a bunch of sand inside the tent. Our friends warned us about the wind but sheeesh, that was crazy! The next 3 days were windy but not as bad as our first night.

  • @RebelViking912
    @RebelViking912 2 года назад

    Great video as always. Sorry about the damages, I'm sure that's going to cost a pretty penny.

  • @kowalski161
    @kowalski161 2 года назад

    Great shots and fantastic camera work! Your cool rig looks "complete" now...it's expected to acquire bruises on treks like this. Don't sweat the damages... glad you're ok. Thanks for the awesome content.

  • @sk8xaq
    @sk8xaq 2 года назад

    When without, drone it out. Your video was eye-popping regardless of what happened to your zoom lens. Great job persevering and making it to those beautiful sights/sites. I hope that your positive vibe reflects that you feel it was all absolutely worth facing down the First Day Curse, even thought the passenger side of the Frontier now resembles 20:48. That wondrous landscape left it's thumbprint, and I hope you wear it proudly. Thanks for sharing. Your ambitiousness is definitely admirable, and now it's also more obvious. Cheers!

  • @mariechristinechateau2625
    @mariechristinechateau2625 2 года назад

    Happy birthday Donald! Happy May 24!

  • @samueljlarson
    @samueljlarson 2 года назад

    Great footage and I love your attitude / approach! Making me want to start documenting my truck camping trips too!

  • @sagebrushbob2321
    @sagebrushbob2321 2 года назад +1

    I feel your pain. Spent last weekend traveling far SW Owyhee County with SW Idaho Overlanding. Both sides of my Taco have permanent claw marks down the full length of the truck from broken juniper stubs and mahogany brush. 110 miles of tight two-track. Lost all my drone footage due to pilot error, accidently left all my tarp poles at the far end of the trail, and I still haven't got all the mud off. Good times!

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  2 года назад

      Heh, there's always something isn't there?? All part of the adventure I guess. :-)

    • @swidahooverlanding2867
      @swidahooverlanding2867 2 года назад

      The good news is that those poles may still be there the next trip in...

    • @sagebrushbob2321
      @sagebrushbob2321 2 года назад +1

      @@swidahooverlanding2867 : Yes. I noticed that not too many people are dum... uh... adventurous enough to go that far back into the wilderness. Lets do it again next year!

    • @swidahooverlanding2867
      @swidahooverlanding2867 2 года назад

      @@sagebrushbob2321 It's on the books...

    • @captainwrongway
      @captainwrongway 2 года назад

      I'm hoping to go help you look next year..

  • @deborahduncan8202
    @deborahduncan8202 2 года назад

    You videos are always captivating🙂and sometimes worrisome