Wheeling The Hardest Trail At Rausch Creek! My Jeep Gets Some Body Damage

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  • Опубликовано: 8 ноя 2024

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  • @JeepGearGadgets
    @JeepGearGadgets 5 лет назад +49

    The LJ soft top looks worse than the torn up hard top... Might as well replace both right?!

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  5 лет назад +3

      I mean, I’m down 🤘

    • @jacman619
      @jacman619 5 лет назад +3

      Looks like you just got the green light Ben! 👍😁

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  5 лет назад +17

      Cass.... I accidentally broke the gladiator axles on the way to work this morning.... and all tires got a sidewall slash. Might as well do one tons and 42s right??

    • @joshuatiffany5594
      @joshuatiffany5594 5 лет назад

      Hey man. I have some questions for you. Can I get a cell # or email?

    • @jacman619
      @jacman619 5 лет назад +4

      Might as well check with her to see if a Hemi swap for the Gladiator is ok too! 😀
      Good luck with that Ben. 👍
      I enjoy your videos you two and thanks for sharing your adventures!

  • @joeybarrentine5714
    @joeybarrentine5714 5 лет назад +81

    That trail ain't no joke. Those aren't dents they are trail tattoos

  • @ifp123
    @ifp123 4 года назад +1

    Never gets old watching this a 3rd time. Right now I'm trying to find any vids you have on aftermarket brakes.

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  4 года назад +1

      Sadly I don’t have any. My recommendation is the crown (RT) big brake setup, or powerstop kit, or the powerstop big brake kit

    • @ifp123
      @ifp123 4 года назад

      @@JKGearandGadgets LOL! I just found it - May 3, 2019 JK 1-ton swap video

  • @1111Overland
    @1111Overland 5 лет назад +6

    Love the video. Thanks for being willing to share the damage. Some people don’t want to show weakness, thinking that it implies they are not good at GP, but I think this shows the exact opposite. Shows strength and a willingness to constantly improve. Good lesson for all of us.
    Look forward to seeing what you do with hardtop versus soft top!

  • @bradbrabson4475
    @bradbrabson4475 5 лет назад +1

    So many lessons learned the hard way in one video. Spotting, winching, line choice. Driving in fear of damage usually leads to more.

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  5 лет назад

      I wouldn’t say lessons learned the hard way. Spotting was crowded yes, winching was setup with the only available option, and line choice was very limited in that spot, the only factor I could have changed was the speed over that one spot, and I’m not entirely confident that a little bump wouldn’t have lead to a rollover. I’ve been wheeling for a long time, and I think any Jeep JKU will have similar struggles on this trail.

  • @RadRover99
    @RadRover99 3 года назад

    One thing I admire is your absolute respect for nature. Others (not everyone) would have chainsaw the tree out of the way. Instead you choose to tore up your hardtop (which is very expensive) rather than cut the tree. Bravo senor!

  • @RyanRKJ
    @RyanRKJ 5 лет назад +17

    You sir are no joke. Subscribed.
    I would not run anything but a buggy on a trail like that.

  • @scottkreiger424
    @scottkreiger424 2 года назад

    I’ve watched this video a couple times but my almost 3 year old wants to watch over and over. He seems to love your videos (this one in particular).

  • @andyfrancis5277
    @andyfrancis5277 5 лет назад +11

    Too many spotters for sure, especially the undecided ones...passenger...no no..driver..no no straight. Overall, I'd say the Jeep did one hell of a job, cameras never do justice but I could tell that was some serious wheelin. Thumbs up to you and the Jeep, my junk would never do it.

  • @607703
    @607703 5 лет назад +1

    I got 3 dents on my roof by my rain gutter from pivoting the Jeep off a big tree almost like what you did. It sucks but it happens when you want to wheel and have fun. Especially when wheeling in Forest wooded areas just like you said! Great job with knowing when to stop and evaluate your options and stuff.

  • @mikem5831
    @mikem5831 5 лет назад +1

    looked like fun. After taking the top off when Dakota drops down you can tell just how big the rocks were there.

  • @petemiller519
    @petemiller519 4 года назад

    Amazing how capable your Jeep is. That's one hell of a trail. I would definitely sit that one out. Cheers.

  • @2K11FJ
    @2K11FJ 4 года назад

    DUDE you were SAVAGE on that trail. Great work.

  • @ntaubitz
    @ntaubitz 5 лет назад +24

    I'm one of those 2dr guys. I think on this trail I'd say a 2dr would eat it up. 4dr has proven to be a monster at hill climbs, but rock gardens I think the 2dr is still king. Like to see it beat not babied tho.

    • @toddhoffmaster6057
      @toddhoffmaster6057 5 лет назад

      x2 on everything said.

    • @tilleo
      @tilleo 5 лет назад

      Yeah I remember my 2dr mostly stock destroying modified 4drs on the trail. I did end up buying a 4dr because dat extra space though. Once I have extra money to have more than one vehicle Ill get a 2dr or a gladiator we see

    • @Beandiptheredneck
      @Beandiptheredneck 5 лет назад +2

      nate taubitz I literally have a big sticker on the tailgate of my truck that says “ beat not babied” lol

  • @gasser55t
    @gasser55t 4 года назад

    And rock gardens are why I keep my short wheelbase TJ LoL. But the short wheelbase is scary climbing vertical. That looks like an awesome trail.

  • @jimschmidt4089
    @jimschmidt4089 5 лет назад +2

    That trail was intense! Hats off to you for completing it. You've built a heck of a rig that's very capable.
    As always looking forward to your next "Learning DIY" video!

  • @deputyluke7511
    @deputyluke7511 4 года назад

    that doesn't look like a trail at all, but for Jeep you can call anywhere you want to go a trail lol. this was fun to watch. I couldn't believe the rock climbing you were doing. incredible!

  • @chillyc1368
    @chillyc1368 5 лет назад +1

    Whoa! Lots of respect for tackling that gnarly trail.

  • @jimmynicholson4376
    @jimmynicholson4376 5 лет назад +1

    I snapped my winch line the exact way. 4 Wheel Parts warranty covered a replacement however they let me throw in the difference and I ordered a Bubba Rope winch line. If you get a second check one out. I really like mine.

  • @corgily
    @corgily 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video. The trail looks fun, reminds me of SOB @ AOAA.

  • @micahb5659
    @micahb5659 5 лет назад +2

    big props for the stick. i drive a 94 yota 4runner with a 5 speed off road. loved that trail

  • @prestoc3034
    @prestoc3034 5 лет назад

    Nice Jeep you got there! About 14 years ago, I tried to drive a honda three wheeler on a part of a trial almost like that one, and it was somewhat downhill that I went for about a quarter mile...(lol) I ended up walking by my three wheeler while carefully throttling it over the big rocks, back to where I started. I will never forget that day.

  • @BlueCollarBachelor
    @BlueCollarBachelor 5 лет назад +10

    Learn to splice your own winch rope. You can buy Amsteel Blue for $2 a foot. Keep your length down so you get more pull off your drum (60 ft or so) and use an extension if you have to reach out. It's super easy to splice rope.
    Chicks dig body damage. It'll buff out.
    Good luck!

    • @BiggerBetterFaster
      @BiggerBetterFaster 4 года назад

      a 2nd on learning to splice rope, a bic pen and black tape are always in my glovebox, and the repair takes longer to dig out the peices, then to do the splice and the splice end up stronger then the rest of the rope. nice run through some cool rocks though

  • @lawrencemason9091
    @lawrencemason9091 5 лет назад +37

    Dakota: "Just buy a Gladiator now"
    Ben: "So I bought this Gladiator...."

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  5 лет назад +3

      Hahahaha I thought it was funny, not the reason I bought it. But when I was editing the footage I had to include it 😂

  • @Travcity1
    @Travcity1 5 лет назад +1

    That was crazy. Some of the best video on you tube. Great job. Great attitude. I personally would have never done that trail, at least not with a newer Jeep.

  • @JoseGonzalez-xb8lg
    @JoseGonzalez-xb8lg 5 лет назад +1

    Wow that that Jeep is a BEAST!!!

  • @toddhoffmaster6057
    @toddhoffmaster6057 5 лет назад +8

    I just subscribed to your channel 2 reasons - excellent attitude and because your Jeep is freakin awesome. So not a mall cruiser.

  • @jnightrod
    @jnightrod 5 лет назад +1

    That’s a bad ass rig. Trying to get mine to the point where the only thing I have to worry about is body damage. Nice vid.

  • @masterchief586
    @masterchief586 5 лет назад +4

    Looks like you have a few badges of honor brother, happy wheein'.

  • @devinhonbarger1635
    @devinhonbarger1635 5 лет назад +1

    I was thinking about going to Uwharrie this weekend. Maybe I should! Too bad about the damage but I am looking for to the fix videos.

  • @omitthelies
    @omitthelies 5 лет назад

    I love your attitude at the end of the video towards the damage. It's true, it's a Jeep and you can repair it. All part of the sport...thumbs up!

  • @smitty_1
    @smitty_1 5 лет назад

    We've run that trail many times, you did pretty well. Gotta expect some damage or stay out. A spotter makes or breaks your day. You a had a team of them, whew. I always say if you haven't made it through yourself (or better yet, dont even own a rig) don't spot someone else. Those guys seem to vaporize when your wedged against a tree or on your side. It's a fun trail in the rain. A few more trips through and you'll find the lines without a spotter. We run 5- 7 rigs through and sometimes without stopping. Ps. When wrenching off the side a little tire rotation takes a lot of stress off the line. A snatch block back to the rear would have saved your line and some paint. Enjoyed your vid, thanks.

  • @ekuryluk
    @ekuryluk 5 лет назад +4

    We were at RC 3 weeks ago, drove by the entrance to Crucible. There was no way I was going through there with my little 35s on a 2” lift. The exit looked like giant shark teeth. Glad you had fun on it and have a positive attitude about the damage.

  • @nwatkins176
    @nwatkins176 5 лет назад +1

    We walked that trail last Sunday, it is way harder then it looks on video. Sucks about the damage, but good job trying it.

  • @toddgibbs1321
    @toddgibbs1321 5 лет назад +4

    Dude, I love your Jeep! Bummer on the damage, but way to push your rig. That’s what you built it for.

  • @Crawlerjamie
    @Crawlerjamie 5 лет назад +1

    Love the good quality crawling footage. Love watching this almost as much as driving it. More of this 🤘🏻

  • @handoverfest1
    @handoverfest1 4 года назад

    Awesome driving!!! I would have not made it past 10 yards since my newly purchased Gladiator Mojave is stock currently. Riding that trail one must have 40s or higher with at the minimum 4 inch lift.

  • @marcspaz
    @marcspaz 5 лет назад +2

    Outstanding! You did a great job. I was shocked when that winch line popped. And yes, video footage does ZERO justice to show the size of the rocks or the steep angles. I love Rausch Creek, but I am not prepped for Reds. I have a JKUR on a 3.5" Game Changer and 35's. Black trails are it for me. Maybe legit 38's with some fresh gears and I might try it. We'll see what Santa brings me this year. LOL

  • @bluejeangirl30
    @bluejeangirl30 3 года назад

    I would be terrified and excited at the same time! Awesome trail!

  • @Doctoberfest
    @Doctoberfest 5 лет назад

    Okay if you are going to go soft top I definitely recommend thinking long and hard about how often you want to run completely topless. I purchased my 2014 with a best top fast back and at first it was awesome, until I wanted to start taking my top completely off. I'm pale af so sun protection is awesome just taking the back windows out. The top is split so I can store the windows in the top itself. Which is nice for rain. It's kind of a pain jumping up and down constantly to undo zippers, velcro and straps.
    When I want to go topless it's a pita to take off completely, and then I generally have to leave it at home which sucks for those does with mixed sun and rain. With the weather we're having I'm having to leave the top on. I'm def thinking about going to OEM style soft top. Being able to fold it back relatively easily and throwing it back up when it's going to rain would be nice. Majority of the time the effort to take the fast back top off outweighs the benefits. I might get a cheap uses OEM to try out for a season and see how I feel.

  • @tamraaugostino7031
    @tamraaugostino7031 5 лет назад

    Bad A$$ - Great job. We watched someone get stuck and after an hour of them trying to get winched out, we left and continued our trail riding. That trail is for those who know what they are doing and don't mind the bumps, scrapes and major damage that will occur.

  • @GunNut37086
    @GunNut37086 5 лет назад

    That was a gnarly trail. I think you came out better than most would have. Good attitude too...shit happens.

  • @williamj.barnhartjr.3108
    @williamj.barnhartjr.3108 5 лет назад +2

    I just found your channel I normally don't watch the newer Jeep stuff but I like you thanks for sharing can't wait to see what's next. God Bless you and your family.

  • @alphas2win
    @alphas2win 3 года назад

    Seen a lot of black trail vids. This is the first red I’ve seen. Oh my word!! Wow!!

  • @importbeater24
    @importbeater24 5 лет назад +1

    I pinstriped my JLUR on a trail soon after I got it. My dad always said if it can be fixed, it's not a problem.

  • @DarkMagnetarX
    @DarkMagnetarX 5 лет назад

    Looking forward to seeing you repair the rail/dent. I bought a used JK and when I removed the hard top the first time I found that the rail was dented like yours.

  • @susada
    @susada 3 года назад

    Good thing you guys got out before that rain soaked those rocks....solid vid

  • @606curvekillas7
    @606curvekillas7 5 лет назад +3

    Don’t think I would try it but I give you props for doing it nice rig by the way

  • @jesseearl7172
    @jesseearl7172 5 лет назад +1

    Go with Bestop's NX Glide Black Twill - Just installed it, it's perfect and no zipper window's are a gamechanger.

  • @vgullotta
    @vgullotta 5 лет назад +4

    Check out SMD SunFlash for your hard top repair. The stuff is amazing! No catalyst needed, you just make the repair in your garage with the door closed, and then when you think you have it nice enough, you just move it out into the sunlight and it cures in like 30 seconds. I have used it a few times and am always impressed with how fast it cures as soon as the sunlight hits it. You can also use a blacklight to cure it as well I believe. Just wear a respirator mask so you don't inhale those fumes, they're probably not great for you lol

  • @fordracerforever
    @fordracerforever 5 лет назад

    Now that’s what I call a real jeeper! It’s awesome how you see trail damage as future fix it yourself video!

  • @michaelmurray2592
    @michaelmurray2592 5 лет назад

    Thank you for sharing this video with us Ben. I believe you can fix that damage on your Jeep. Keep the videos coming brother!

  • @q07906
    @q07906 2 года назад

    Thats the most extreme rock crawling I’ve ever seen! Awesome!

  • @erichuddlestun8208
    @erichuddlestun8208 5 лет назад +3

    I used Light bar brackets to make my limb risers and they also make good a pillar armor

  • @nicholascooper1193
    @nicholascooper1193 5 лет назад +1

    when you had the triangle winch setup, you can kick it in 2wd and let the rear tires spin a bit and it'll help it slide around.

  • @HeartAE86
    @HeartAE86 5 лет назад

    Good to have multiple snatch blocks. That first hard angle the winch line had , I knew it was going to snap. Way to much of a angle coming out of it.

  • @four_low_adventures
    @four_low_adventures 5 лет назад +1

    Definitely looking forward to the repair video haha. I actually have the same damage on my Jeep. Right at the top corner of the windshield and the back corner by the tail light. I do got body armor on it now though but it's still bent up underneath.

  • @adr1an44
    @adr1an44 5 лет назад +1

    If you don't plan on carrying alot of stuff in the cargo area or if you're just going to fold down the rear seats for cargo space, I would go with the fast back.
    I have a hardtop, and I want a soft top for summer. I'll switch them back and forth for the seasons. I think this will allow the soft top to last even longer if it is never exposed to Ohio winters.

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  5 лет назад

      I love the fastback design and look, but I hate that I just bought the rear cargo rack not too long ago. That won’t be compatible. We will see

  • @lucatosi2933
    @lucatosi2933 5 лет назад

    rock crawling seems abysmal and i don’t know why anyone does it but i respect the hell out of you for doing this haha

    • @donhappel9928
      @donhappel9928 5 лет назад +1

      I feel that way about mud and hill-killing like they do in the east/south. Much rather play in the rocks than deal with the nastiness of cleaning mud for days or the broken parts of 'just hold the skinny peddle down' hill climbs.

  • @tristoned84
    @tristoned84 4 года назад

    Love your videos. Keep it up, man. Can't get enough. Also, cut the tree down.

  • @apangelinan
    @apangelinan 5 лет назад +1

    That was absolutely insane, Way to navigate through and making it out without having to be towed or carried out on a stretcher. :-)
    Nice riding.

  • @cfltitan
    @cfltitan 5 лет назад +1

    I've never been in that trail (i'm on measly 35's) but I know about how off camber everything in the NE property is! Serious pucker factor. Lol even a lot of those blues up on that first hill when you come in (they're all number 30 something) get sketchy. Especially the one with "Tummy tuck" at the top.

  • @little_orange_az
    @little_orange_az 5 лет назад +2

    I’ll be at Uwharrie this weekend with my family, too! Hope to see you

  • @spinuck9180
    @spinuck9180 5 лет назад

    Great vid. As you said the pics and vids never do the trails justice. That trail definitely looks intense. Glad you're in good spirits after the damage to the JK. Look forward to the next vid!

  • @Casey250
    @Casey250 5 лет назад +1

    The only issue I have found with the soft tops with plastic door surrounds is that when you hit on them, they break the plastic when you hit a tree. I would try that trail in a heart beat :)

  • @Daveinet
    @Daveinet 5 лет назад

    Yes, I would be glad to try that trail...in your Jeep...Oh, is that not what you meant? I messed up my hard top and busted the glass on the same side on my JKU. I think a lesson learned would be to try jacking against the tree, or jacking under the Jeep to take the load off before removing the top. Probably would have limited the damage to the slice which would be easier to fix. Incidentally, I did end up repairing my cracked top. I had a lot of trouble getting the fiberglass to stick to the interior wall. I sanded it to rough it up, but it still did not want to stick. I finally ended up using JB weld for the epoxy. Its a little thicker, so it doesn't work into the fibers as well, but it seemed to be stickier than normal fiberglass epoxy.

  • @membersonlyshow
    @membersonlyshow 5 лет назад

    Man any time rocks are involved a short wheelbase is best, but this was put the bad in badass

  • @manuelrivera6621
    @manuelrivera6621 5 лет назад

    Hi this is RedRex1 really cool video awesome Offroad rock crawling at rauschcreek crucible trail is no joke you will break a lot of beautiful Offroad component and equipment. so remember if anyone does crucible it will be nice and expensive . thanks Ben nice video , and hope to you at Rauschcreek on the trails oneday.

  • @xbpbat21x
    @xbpbat21x 4 года назад

    Definitely not a mall crawler! Glad to see it in action.

  • @erikdahl3171
    @erikdahl3171 3 года назад

    Thanks for the video! Take my TJ on 35's on some blacks, but avoid the reds. Will continue to do so since I have to drive it home after! Just ordered a low mileage JKU Rubicon Hardrock, so thanks for all the mod video's on your JK as well!

  • @peternorthrup6274
    @peternorthrup6274 2 года назад

    All those guys that build a truck and never get it dirty and call themselves off roaders? Not you!!! Your the real deal.

  • @evintacy7272
    @evintacy7272 5 лет назад +2

    I wish I could help you pull that out for ya Ben,,, Body Man slash painter is what I do every day!!! Awesome video Ben can't wait for next one !!

  • @RubiconUnlimited
    @RubiconUnlimited 5 лет назад +1

    Wow that trail exit was nuts. Great job either way!

  • @tommegargee1277
    @tommegargee1277 5 лет назад +2

    Roush creek is awsome. Been there a few times. 4x4 for life.

  • @jamesonmiller9567
    @jamesonmiller9567 5 лет назад

    Great video! Those scraps and dents just give the Jeep more character - those are real badges of honor, lol. You've got to come check out Windrock some time!

  • @justinhall5580
    @justinhall5580 5 лет назад +4

    That was a hardcore trail. No I wouldn't try it! Great job.

  • @lror
    @lror 5 лет назад

    Battle scars are cool 😎
    Turning into it (passanger) would have kicked your rear away from the tree. But as you said hindsight is 20/20. Great driving all up, peace from Aussie land ✌

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  5 лет назад

      I was afraid to turn passenger more because it got more offcamber that way. But who knows, I might try that next time, with the top off lol!

  • @larrythebostonredneck7093
    @larrythebostonredneck7093 5 лет назад +2

    Good Job, enjoyed every dent. You got my thumbs-Up!

  • @JohnBamban
    @JohnBamban 5 лет назад

    Good video bro.... this is how I went to a soft top AND corner armor.. I'd definitely do that trail.. looked rad

  • @ap1986
    @ap1986 5 лет назад

    This is why I haven't done any crazy trails yet. All my buddies call me a mall crawler ever since I upgraded from my JK. But look man, I just got this damn jeep and I'm not ready for body damage yet lmao. But great vid!

  • @johnkraft5640
    @johnkraft5640 5 лет назад +1

    and your final cost for replacing and or repairing from the RED trail? Memories are priceless!!

  • @paul1933
    @paul1933 5 лет назад +3

    Nice Jeep!! My zj is older than time but gets the job done

  • @robertlambrecht6535
    @robertlambrecht6535 2 года назад

    Watching this, literally made me shit😖💩🚽🪠🧻 I'm literally pinching one off right now

  • @duketamalco7865
    @duketamalco7865 5 лет назад

    Awesome job on the trail! Great video

  • @megarza18
    @megarza18 5 лет назад

    Loved your content and overall attitude, jeeps get hurt sometimes, its part of the fun, i myself never repair dents on my TJ

  • @OutbackOutlaw
    @OutbackOutlaw 5 лет назад +9

    Bloody hell is all I can say. Frikn couldn’t get the smile off my face

  • @AnsleyBuilt
    @AnsleyBuilt 5 лет назад +2

    I love your channel. I’m a die hard jeeper and your content is awesome

  • @entrepreneur_journey7
    @entrepreneur_journey7 4 года назад

    That’s an awesome video I got a TJ and can’t wait to bring it to the trail - which size tires do you have on this

  • @charleswithey5282
    @charleswithey5282 5 лет назад

    Awesome video!! Yes I would run that trail. Great attitude you have also. It's just a Jeep and expect damage and have fun!!!!

  • @sinjin667
    @sinjin667 5 лет назад +1

    WOW Ben , Sorry for the Damage , Looked like fun though .

  • @702cyco
    @702cyco 5 лет назад

    Man, that looks fun!!! Being in Nevada we dont have a lot of stuff like that.. Well tree opsticals, rain or the mud.. we rate trails on a 1 threw 10 scale. Hard to tell on video but that looked like a 5 or 6.. fun stuff tho!!! As always enjoyed your video and cant wait for the next one!!

  • @Brother_Lander
    @Brother_Lander 5 лет назад +1

    You're a nut, homie. I ain't doing any blacks and reds in my Sport. Gotta live vicariously through you. Great watch

  • @ccryder4881
    @ccryder4881 2 года назад

    I like your attitude about it....live and learn (and it's only a Jeep, right? lol). I agree about have too many spotters can create more confusion than needed. How was the underside?

  • @dcsoccerplaya
    @dcsoccerplaya 5 лет назад

    Love the positive attitude bro! I go wheeling all the time at Rausch! Definitely not doing the Crucible! Yikes!

  • @traemiller9561
    @traemiller9561 4 года назад +1

    I've been to rausch but I only do black trails that crusibal looks close to black !!

  • @carlosjaramillo8991
    @carlosjaramillo8991 5 лет назад +2

    Love seeing those 36hrs of Uwharrie shirts with Scott's name on them.

  • @christopherrogers9670
    @christopherrogers9670 5 лет назад +1

    I will probably be in Uwharrie this weekend also.

  • @nachovalenti
    @nachovalenti 5 лет назад

    Great video and thanks for sharing.

  • @bigrockoffroad1779
    @bigrockoffroad1779 5 лет назад +1

    That looked like a good time. I had some body damage as well out in Potts Mountain last weekend. Same mentality. Everything is fixable. What did you do when you snapped your winch line? Synthetic or cable.

  • @pssita
    @pssita 5 лет назад

    Whatever those fender flares are... they are tough! Great vid.. Hey what do you think of synthetic rope now? Cable???

    • @JKGearandGadgets
      @JKGearandGadgets  5 лет назад

      Synthetic is still the way to go, I will never own a steel cable