Discovering Southern California’s Best Kept Off-Road Secret

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  • Опубликовано: 22 окт 2024

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  • @leftystrat62
    @leftystrat62 2 месяца назад +26

    Your yellow 2 door is still one of my favorite Jeeps on RUclips. cheers

    • @regenakowitz
      @regenakowitz 2 месяца назад +6

      Thank you! I think I've got the best Jeep ever! 😄

  • @rsanoian
    @rsanoian 2 месяца назад +18

    I love how Doc is coming along Brad and I think its super cool your wife enjoys wheeling her Jeep!

  • @regislesaint4290
    @regislesaint4290 2 месяца назад +38

    It's a lovely pleasure to see Regina again...

  • @staggerleebrown
    @staggerleebrown 2 месяца назад +8

    Great to see Regina back out on the trails in that two door again. My wife has a two door JL, and on our trips she's been mostly content to be a passenger, not really wanting to drive. I think it's helpful seeing another husband and wife duo and will be sharing with her in hopes we can build some confidence in her abilities!

    • @regenakowitz
      @regenakowitz 2 месяца назад +2

      Tell her it's fun! 😄

  • @chrisriley5049
    @chrisriley5049 2 месяца назад +15

    Love the videos, Heartbreak Ridge, great movie too. Gunny Highway. Semper Fi shipmate. Great videos, artic circle was amazing.

  • @Minnesota_Vance
    @Minnesota_Vance 2 месяца назад +4

    What a dream being able to get out on the trail with your wife. She is always fantastic and did a great job even though she was nervous. Brad, I enjoy your content because it's family oriented and you give us valuable information each episode. ❤️

  • @AndrewTurner251
    @AndrewTurner251 2 месяца назад +4

    Loved this video, the awning, the trail, and I like the husband wife duo off-roading. Thanks for making these videos.

  • @andymckane7271
    @andymckane7271 2 месяца назад +3

    Welcome home! Nice seeing the two of you back together on another joint expedition in California! Semper Fidelis to you both. Andy McKane, Maunaloa, HI.

  • @hamilton85532
    @hamilton85532 2 месяца назад +3

    Thank you for your service! Proud follower for years now!

  • @emsfire261
    @emsfire261 2 месяца назад +5

    Looks like “Doc” is coming along well. (I was pretty sure that the 35s would be replaced before long, but that was a bit quicker than I was expecting.)
    I’ve looked into that same awning, so I’ll be looking forward to hearing how it holds up for you, Brad.
    It’s also great to see Regena and her Jeep back out on the trail, and back in another video!

  • @sixmanadventures4175
    @sixmanadventures4175 2 месяца назад +2

    Awesome video Master Chief! Over the years, your videos have helped me plan and execute the build for my rig. I have joined a local 4x4 Club (Boonie Bouncers) when I returned to my hometown of Sacramento last year, and completed the Rubicon Trail with them last month. Thank you again shipmate, I really appreciate the work that you have put into the channel, and it has got me back into the Sierra Mountains running trails and camping again.

  • @Nachovalenti899
    @Nachovalenti899 2 месяца назад +6

    Well said Regina, I love your loyalty to your Jeep.😁

  • @SteveH98264
    @SteveH98264 2 месяца назад +12

    I know you were pleased with the 35" tire & 4.88 gear combo (for performance & mileage). The question is: How are the 4.88s working with the 37s?

  • @tb77073
    @tb77073 2 месяца назад +5

    Great video Brad and Regina, as someone else mentioned also, there is some movement on the rooftop tent at 7:16 thru 7:23 time frame.Thanks for the video.

  • @Malc664
    @Malc664 2 месяца назад +1

    I think Regina will never forget this trip and reflect on plus appreciate the technical achievements on Heartbreak Ridge.

  • @christopherharris6005
    @christopherharris6005 Месяц назад +1

    Awesome video as always Brad. This video shows that you don’t have to go on an extended trip to how a great time on some easy to moderate trail just a short drive from home.

  • @LG-yy2up
    @LG-yy2up 2 месяца назад

    We love your videos.. me and my son hit the Canadian trails often as we are long time Fly Fishers.. because of your videos we are now on our 3rd Rubicon, this time around we opted for Gladiator Rubicon 2023 and we have done much work thanks to your advise..
    Keep up the great content 👍from two guys originally from Santiago de Chile 🇨🇱 but residing in Edmonton Alberta Canada 🇨🇦..
    "Thank you for your Service Sir🇺🇲"

  • @JohnBarrios-x7l
    @JohnBarrios-x7l 2 месяца назад

    So Beautiful seeing husband and wife on the trails together!!!!!!
    Regina can now teach off reading techniques!!!!!! Brad wonderful as always!!!!!!!!

  • @DM-tf6mk
    @DM-tf6mk 2 месяца назад +1

    Fantastic video! Great to see you and Regina back out on the trail!

  • @petersantulli2337
    @petersantulli2337 2 месяца назад +1

    Wasn’t a fan of the exhaust before but I like it better now in black! Nice to see Regina’s rig out. Love the 2 drs!

  • @mingo0817
    @mingo0817 2 месяца назад +3

    We always keep a couple pairs of disposable chopsticks in the glovebox of all of our cars. You just never know when you’ll need utensils and chopsticks are super versatile.

  • @SetPace
    @SetPace 2 месяца назад +4

    Thanks Brad! Was missing the videos!

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  2 месяца назад +4

      Hope you enjoyed it!

  • @lucifer0001
    @lucifer0001 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for the years of your Jeep entertainment. Love your new truck.

  • @petermcguinness8222
    @petermcguinness8222 2 месяца назад +1

    Love this vid Brad. Doc is awesome...as is Regina's two door by the way. Great to see these vehicles together. One constructive criticism: it would have been highly entertaining to see an unedited version of the marital interaction re the bone-headed eating utensil operational situation.

  • @overlandingsmith
    @overlandingsmith 2 месяца назад +3

    Great video and nice upgrades on the gladiator. The Trail is just perfect. A little bit challenging but not too hard and lots of nice fews. It's awesome to see you both together on a trail. Man I wish my gf would enjoy offroading as much as I do.

  • @MichaelSmith-kr9qw
    @MichaelSmith-kr9qw 2 месяца назад +1

    Finally !!! There for a while Doc looked like it had skipped leg day !!! BTW Brad it is time to head to NorCal as Regina wants to go play and visit Jordan !!! Awesome to see Regina back outside enjoying Flora once again !!!

  • @HoratioBunce503
    @HoratioBunce503 2 месяца назад

    I made it to Horsethief Flats in the mid ‘70’s with my Zoology teacher, Dr Dan Mulford, and the class.
    We were in his 64 Ford 4x4 pickup and a 40’s vintage military Power Wagon. Scariest road I’ve been on then and since.
    A great trip and beautiful country!

  • @MegaRetr
    @MegaRetr 2 месяца назад +1

    Great to see Regina back out on the trails in that two door again))

  • @GriffinConway
    @GriffinConway 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video Brad and Regina! Love seeing you both on the trails together. The Bilstein 8100’s are amazing, and the jeep looks great with 37’s. I had clearplex on the Bronco camera car windshield because we get tons of cracks from chasing cars. Unfortunately it didn’t work for stopping the cracks for me, and had some weird rainbow color shift after about 8 months. Can’t say I would recommend it!

  • @brunnie
    @brunnie 2 месяца назад +1

    Great to see Regena again. Glad your both having fun on the trails. FORKS!! (Never knew they were a mod but.... [grin])

    • @regenakowitz
      @regenakowitz 2 месяца назад +2

      The mod you didn't know you needed! 😂

  • @LTPeet
    @LTPeet 2 месяца назад +2

    Doc is looking great, and nice to see your wife on the trail with you ;)

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  2 месяца назад +1

      Thank you! We had a great day!

    • @regenakowitz
      @regenakowitz 2 месяца назад

      Thanks! 😄

  • @zipzip5807
    @zipzip5807 2 месяца назад +2

    Oh boy, now there's going to be a ton of traffic this weekend on Heartbreak ridge! Thanks Brad!

    • @CLTRDMLK
      @CLTRDMLK 2 месяца назад +1

      Keeping places secret for people to enjoy

    • @zipzip5807
      @zipzip5807 2 месяца назад

      ​@@CLTRDMLK I'll be there this weekend! LOL

  • @motorhead_jt21
    @motorhead_jt21 2 месяца назад

    Just to add on about removing the stripes on the Gladiator - it’s kinda cool that they were just on for the iconic trip up to the Arctic Ocean. Now any pictures you have WITH the stripes will kinda symbolize that journey for the truck.
    Great video as always 👍🏾
    - Scott

  • @plthomas45
    @plthomas45 2 месяца назад

    It was awesome to see you on the trail! It was my first black diamond trail and you gave me the confidence I needed to tackle it.

  • @RanchoTexano
    @RanchoTexano 2 месяца назад +1

    Ha! I knew you’d end up with 37s on the gladiator! Well done!

  • @stevenk805
    @stevenk805 2 месяца назад

    The exhaust is growing on me. Good craftsmanship is good craftsmanship. It is very well executed!

  • @dreameroldsoul
    @dreameroldsoul 2 месяца назад +1

    11:34 It’s pronounced Lowwtsay. It’s a mountain peak in Nepal beside Everest

  • @jeffkeiper
    @jeffkeiper 2 месяца назад

    I have the same awning, you started out right fluff all of the panels to the outside so they lay flat and then after it’s folded in just roll it tightly from the bottom, and use the Velcro to secure it. The cleaner you roll it up the easier it is to Velcro and zip.

  • @FrankDux-rq7go
    @FrankDux-rq7go 2 месяца назад +2

    the 2 door yellow jeep is my dream jeep. don't change a thing.

  • @ThePioneerSpirit
    @ThePioneerSpirit 2 месяца назад +9

    I believe the answer to Regina’s question is 11. 11 vehicles.
    Red Gladiator
    Power Wagon
    Diesel Wrangler
    Bronco
    4xe Wrangler
    392 Wrangler
    Sprinter Van
    White Gladiator
    Land Cruiser
    2 Full Sized Jeep's
    And that's not including the Polaris General, the Tacoma, or the 2 door JK.

    • @olympusoverland
      @olympusoverland 2 месяца назад

      A full sized jeep is a two door. 4 door is considered the schoolie variant. Lols

    • @troys75
      @troys75 2 месяца назад +1

      Might have changed vehicles but still has the same wife… I think thanks better than the alternative..

  • @qrolander
    @qrolander 2 месяца назад +3

    amazing Brad!

  • @NickSkoog
    @NickSkoog 2 месяца назад +2

    Brad, could you give any more details about the rubber strip to keep the dust out?

  • @rahmanazad4810
    @rahmanazad4810 2 месяца назад +1

    Good for you and your family

  • @kevinp2820
    @kevinp2820 2 месяца назад

    What a wonderful video! Great seeing you two together out on the trail again. 👍

  • @davidcolinstillman5585
    @davidcolinstillman5585 2 месяца назад +1

    HI BRAD & REGINA 👋
    THAT LOOKED LIKE A LOT OF FUN ! SCENERY VIEWS COLORS LANDSCAPE DRONE FOOTAGE JUST GORGEOUS ❤ REGINA YOU DID REALLY GREAT JUST TAKING YOUR TIME & PICKING YOUR LINES ! WAY TO SHOW HER BRAD 👏 WHAT YOU COULD DO WITH A FORK , L.O.L.
    THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME TO TAG ALONG ☺️ 🙏ENJOYED 😊 🙏GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 😊 🙏 BE SAFE 😊 🙏HAVE FUN 😊 🙏 BREATHTAKING DAY FOR THE BOTH OF YOU ☺️ 🙏

  • @ranarch
    @ranarch 2 месяца назад

    Thank you. I look forward to seeing your videos!!

  • @JeepTJ1999
    @JeepTJ1999 2 месяца назад +1

    Regina, you appear to be an awesome wife to Brad & mother to your 3 children & I absolutely love your 2-door Jeep Wrangler. Brad, I unfortunately had to trade in my 2020 Gladiator because of transmission issues. However I traded it in for a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Xtreme Recon in SARGE GREEN which I absolutely love. I'm starting to build it/modify which is always fun, but I do miss my Glady. I can't wait to meet both of you hopefully on a trail or overland event. I know that y'all talk to many many people, but I've always been fond of your channel because my really great friend who passed away in a house fire December 2023 was a 24-year retired NAVY IDC himself. He was on a nuclear submarine. If you have the capability, his name was Mark Wright. He was an avid outdoors man & I had just introduced your channel to him & of course he watched several because he shared a common ground with you. Lastly, I am a Gold Star grandson so I hold dearly our American freedoms. Y'all are the best & hope to meet y'all someday. Happy Jeeping!

  • @johnomahony7364
    @johnomahony7364 2 месяца назад

    Hey Brad. As soon as I saw your having that hard time up in Canada I knew Doc was getting bigger shoes. Just didn’t know if you were going straight to 49s. Rig looks great. Thanks for another great video. I live vicariously through your adventures 😁

  • @gizmofish57
    @gizmofish57 2 месяца назад

    I agree with you on the high water exhaust, Brad! It looks great!

  • @GATORADDAM
    @GATORADDAM 2 месяца назад +1

    Always enjoy the videos.
    Really strange that I was thinking 35s were a bit undersized for that Jeep. And an excellent choice on the Bilstiens.
    Might I say Regina is looking hot with a little longer hairstyle as well.

  • @emermack
    @emermack 16 дней назад

    Love watching your vlog. From the Philippines. I live there in san bernardino

  • @MichaelKowitz
    @MichaelKowitz 2 месяца назад

    That water porting exhaust on your Gladiator definitely personalizes it, and I think it looks amazing!
    I look forward to seeing how you set up your Land Cruiser

  • @rubiconadventurewithscotty3258
    @rubiconadventurewithscotty3258 2 месяца назад +1

    Another great adventure, excellent storyteliling
    There was a vendor at MOAB called Windshield Defense Systems selling a triple layered "tear-off" style clear windshield film for Jeeps that looks spectcular. Racing Optics - this is the same type of product F1 racers have been using for decades and they're now breaking into the OHV market

  • @MikeUtah
    @MikeUtah 2 месяца назад

    The exhaust looks awesome Brad!

  • @martinklaus2203
    @martinklaus2203 2 месяца назад

    Great job rethinking tire size, and an absolute beast of a tire brand choice!!

  • @t.o.f.t.s.
    @t.o.f.t.s. 2 месяца назад +2

    Yeah Nitto TG is a great tire! Gotten me through the Rubicon many times with zero issues. Tough as nails.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  2 месяца назад +3

      I ran the Trail Grapples a few years ago and while a bit on the heavy side, they are extremely durable.

  • @iamzack79
    @iamzack79 2 месяца назад

    What a great beast jeep you got there and a beautiful view around there. Great vid sir and hope you always be great health day by day.

  • @earlhamil731
    @earlhamil731 2 месяца назад +2

    I have a set of plastic ware my kids gave me that I keep in my console in case I need something at car shows and cruise ins. Handles with fork, spoon and chopsticks ends to attach.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  2 месяца назад +1

      Yep, I won’t forget again! 😂

  • @ganjacats
    @ganjacats 2 месяца назад

    Love seeing you two back together on the trail again!!!

  • @ericosnes9371
    @ericosnes9371 2 месяца назад +1

    Hi Brad! So many questions. Could you do a bts video one day about how you shoot your vids and use your drone? How do you get those shots when you’re driving? And what’s that handheld radio mount?
    Great to see you and Regina out on the road again. 👍

  • @TCinSoCal
    @TCinSoCal 2 месяца назад

    We have a place in Lake Arrowhead.. we do many of the trails in my Raptor and our SxS. Love this area. So beautiful & dynamic.

  • @HondaFamily88
    @HondaFamily88 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video Brad and Regena as always! Question...How do you attach your patches to the headliner?

  • @Fabian7024
    @Fabian7024 2 месяца назад +5

    U got a link for that rubber strip between tailgate and bed? Also the weatherstripping

  • @incmonkeymedia7704
    @incmonkeymedia7704 2 месяца назад

    Looking good sir. Love the upgrades.

  • @daleboyish
    @daleboyish Месяц назад +1

    Glad to see Regina on the trail.
    On my JL I'm running AT 33" tires. If I go up to KO2 35" tires will I notice much difference in handling and I'm assuming I will be putting more stress on the Jeep components and lose some mpg with 4.56 gearing?

  • @adventureawaits6166
    @adventureawaits6166 2 месяца назад

    We live in Colorado and we couldn't avoid rock chips to save our lives. We have been using racing optics for over the last year and it has been amazing. Not a rock chip yet. Several of my buddies in Las Vegas have started to use the same and have had very good luck too.

  • @Otownoverland
    @Otownoverland 2 месяца назад

    Love the dark exhaust now.

  • @jimstringer1733
    @jimstringer1733 2 месяца назад

    Did that trail in my 2001 Ram 2500, 4.10s with aftermarket limited slip on 35 inch tires!! I think the extra wheelbase helped a little, my buddy's CJ5 had some problems but had a great time!!

  • @noclams55
    @noclams55 2 месяца назад

    I have a 2015 Jeep Rubicon with 48,000 miles. Upon startup, I hear a ticking sound for about 2-3 seconds. Should I be concerned?
    Your video's are THE BEST!!!!! Thank you

  • @bwofficial1776
    @bwofficial1776 2 месяца назад

    Looks like a beautiful trail. I liked the big chrome exhaust stack but the black looks good too. The round lights look good.

  • @lucwilson1
    @lucwilson1 2 месяца назад +1

    Good idea for sealing up the tailgate!

  • @frh-freerangehuman
    @frh-freerangehuman 2 месяца назад

    love that intro screen. You really have some cool rigs. Looking forward to seeing the Toyota built out.
    Also cool to see that Canada badge on the roof panel. Thank you for visiting. 😊 cheers from Canada
    Also, Doc is my new favourite build.

  • @jeffklaus9304
    @jeffklaus9304 2 месяца назад

    Both the Jeeps look great!

  • @timdavenport2943
    @timdavenport2943 2 месяца назад

    Always enjoy your videos, but adding the drone footage is awesome. 👍

  • @DefiantOffroad
    @DefiantOffroad 2 месяца назад

    That looks like so much fun. One of these days I'll make it out there!

  • @fscottgray9784
    @fscottgray9784 2 месяца назад

    I went with 5160 Bilsteins on my PW and you one upped me with the 8100s. I bet they work great for you. Great to see you back out on the trail.

  • @stevenforrest2378
    @stevenforrest2378 2 месяца назад +1

    Brad and Regena, watching your relationship unfold is half the joy of your videos - plus it's good therapy for me as a white American male to be totally intimidated by Regena's courage . . . although I do envy her the teacher she has had. :)

  • @TheOGMattBurns
    @TheOGMattBurns 2 месяца назад

    The windshield protective films are legit.

  • @michizer0
    @michizer0 2 месяца назад

    Excellent trail and movie! 😉

  • @tcfluharty
    @tcfluharty 2 месяца назад

    The moment I saw your JT next to your wife's JL I knew you'd gone and put 37"s on there. :D
    And if you are coming up to do Slick Rock again I would absolutely love to run it with you two.

  • @jacquesbreton254
    @jacquesbreton254 2 месяца назад

    I like the changes you’ve made to the Gladiator. What product did you use to bridge the gap between the tailgate and the bed, is it Flex Tape? Great video!

  • @garretlewis4103
    @garretlewis4103 2 месяца назад +1

    Interesting about the shocks. I thought you got the AEV kit with the Bilstein shocks. Yeah, I figured you would do something with the exhaust. Even though it is stainless, it gets surface rust. The black looks really good.

  • @hdm-nm
    @hdm-nm 2 месяца назад

    Black exhaust looks so much better. Nice.

  • @mikehancho138
    @mikehancho138 2 месяца назад

    One of my favorite spots to wheel!

  • @edwhite4992
    @edwhite4992 2 месяца назад

    Cool video! I wish my fiancé liked off roading! You are a very blessed man!

  • @Bob-Campbell
    @Bob-Campbell 2 месяца назад

    I have the 180 version of that awning. Put the arms away in reverse order that they came out. Reach over and pull the top of the strap out from behind the arms, then roll up the fabric and synch it down.

  • @SkylinersYeti
    @SkylinersYeti 2 месяца назад

    I have the same awning on my Imperial Outdoors X 195 travel trailer. It has taken a long time to become good at stowing the awning. Part of the challenge is that it is 9 feet from the ground.

  • @derekcooper8962
    @derekcooper8962 2 месяца назад +5

    I always have great joy watching the two of you together. Thank you both for another forking great video!

  • @BillyBennecke
    @BillyBennecke 2 месяца назад

    That exhaust is outrageous! I'd buy one if I could afford it. Maybe you could add it to your mod store? Very inventive

  • @jamesc2072
    @jamesc2072 2 месяца назад +2

    Just did that trail with my wife also two weeks ago!! See ya out there! Still have the 392? Jim from Temecula!

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  2 месяца назад +2

      It's a great trail! We'll be talking more about the 392 in a future video.

    • @jamesc2072
      @jamesc2072 2 месяца назад +1

      @@TrailRecon about to upgrade my suspension on mine. Thinking 3.5 Metal Cloak Game Changer. Any recommendations?

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  2 месяца назад +2

      I've never run Metal Cloak, but here is a suspension video I did a while back you might find helpful (2 part series) ruclips.net/video/BJgpmwuDi-k/видео.html

    • @jamesc2072
      @jamesc2072 2 месяца назад

      Thx! I remember that video! I’ll have to watch it again! Might shoot you an email with some questions as I look into it! Thx man! Jim

  • @gilbertferguson1685
    @gilbertferguson1685 2 месяца назад

    Nice video folks. Protective windshield film will help prevent small rock chips, but won’t stop a larger rock from cracking your windshield.

  • @royfreitas7583
    @royfreitas7583 2 месяца назад +1

    Way to go Regina! On 35’s!

  • @TheChris1500
    @TheChris1500 2 месяца назад

    the ovc 270 awning is great. i got it on sale about a year ago 50 percent off, i have pictures of my 40 pound dog walking around on top of it without the poles setup. very strong awning.

  • @robertwhitemoto
    @robertwhitemoto 2 месяца назад

    lots of great drone work in here !!

  • @miquerto
    @miquerto 2 месяца назад

    I love that exhaust on Doc every time I see it. :-) Also, maybe time for some add ons or upgrades for Mama's Jeep... Anything on y'all's radar?

  • @pennmikael
    @pennmikael 2 месяца назад

    exhaust looks sick

  • @deanr4975
    @deanr4975 2 месяца назад

    Great video

  • @Matt02341
    @Matt02341 2 месяца назад +1

    “I’m gonna do that myself “ 😂
    She is never trusting you on the trail again! 😂😂😂

  • @JordanPattersonM
    @JordanPattersonM 2 месяца назад

    Another good video… thanks for sharing!

  • @renovaldez8838
    @renovaldez8838 2 месяца назад

    Disabled Navy Vet and newly diagnosed with mucosal melanoma. I love being out in my gladiator exploring all that AZ has to offer. I would go out every weekend but in July 30 I got the news that I have a rare and aggressive for of melanoma. I have always wanted to start a channel of my adventures but I didn’t feel like what I had going on would have been with purpose. Now I want to film my adventures showing the challenges that can come from traveling with cancer. Since it’s so new I figured I could document all of it. I’m just hoping for some advise on how to get started with the channel