Solo trek riding out a storm in the tent & winching the truck

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softroadingthewest

softroadingthewest

Күн бұрын

I set out on an unplanned trek into Idaho, get battered by wind, rain & snow while camped on a mountain, and get stuck multiple times trying to get back down in the dark. Good thing I finally got that winch set up and those lights wired up!
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ASFIR 4x4 skid plates:
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Warn VR EVO 10 winch:
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LED CoLight driving lights (my large round lights)
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Diode Dynamics SS3 LED pods (my amber pods)
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MAXTRAX MKII recovery boards:
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Claymore 3 Face camp light:
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Odistar budget USB flashlight:
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Midland 105 GMRS radio (works with handheld FRS radios)
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MUSIC CREDITS All music fully licensed via artlist.io
Oak Road 2 - by Oakfield
King Road - by Oakfield
For The City - by Sean Magwire
Tonight Is Golded - by Ardie Son
Immaterial - by ANBR
Autumn Mist - by Nobou
Prologue: (0:00)
Chapter 1 - Ghost Town: (1:28)
Chapter 2 - Where Minivans Won't Roam: (5:03)
Chapter 3 - The Lullaby of Nature's Wrath: (12:25)
Chapter 4 - Recoveries Required: (20:31)
Epilogue/debriefing: (28:10)

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@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
BEFORE YOU COMMENT, please read these FAQs 😆 *You should have waited until daylight* Believe me, I gave this a TON of thought before heading down, but I was most concerned about accumulating snow making conditions even worse. With my lights, I could see just fine. Later in the day, I looked back and could see that the mountains were all white up where I had been. I made some mistakes on this trip, but I remain convinced heading down immediately was the right call...I think I still would have got stuck in the same spots in the daylight, and possibly stuck in even more places as well with snow obscuring the trail and making things even more slippery. *You should have put your camper shell back on* That was the plan...the contractor cap is still sitting here in my driveway. I just ran out of time to reinstall/rebuild that setup before I needed to leave on this trip to meet Jason. I'm going to appreciate it even more now, LOL. *What was the hissing noise?* I never definitively figured this out. Once I got to my cousin's place, I thoroughly cleaned the underside of the truck and crawled around looking for any sign of damage or a disconnected line, but found nothing. I subsequently chatted with a friend who is more knowledgeable in vehicle systems than me, and he speculated that the way the truck was sitting twisted half on its side, perhaps something was impacting vacuum lines, and righting the truck resolved it. I really don't know though. The truck has been fine ever since.
@aa-it9us
@aa-it9us Жыл бұрын
Donald, don’t worry about people’s opinions. We travel through life not knowing what is down the road next and make decisions based on all our senses, including the ones that video cannot capture. That is adventure. In addition, it does not hurt that it makes for great video content.
@ryanb2182
@ryanb2182 Жыл бұрын
Probably one of my favorite videos from you Sir. Not because you got into a tough situation but that you were able to think through various scenarios and come up with a workable solution to self rescue.
@gardenparty3288
@gardenparty3288 Жыл бұрын
Anything we survive - makes for awesome memories and campfire stories. As it should be.
@radadventuresnw7045
@radadventuresnw7045 Жыл бұрын
This is a prime example of how to overcome a challenge, or multiple challenges. What doesn't kill you will make you stronger. We love this video! So proud of you, man!
@OutdoorAdventureTV
@OutdoorAdventureTV Жыл бұрын
No criticism from me! So many learning moments in this video. Thank you for not "sanitizing" it, but keeping all those learning moments in. Those of us out living the adventure lifestyle need a reminder that things can go wrong in an instant. And they can go from bad to worse even quicker. I've had my share of challenging trips. 🙂 Well done getting out and glad that you are safe!
@michaeleveleth7979
@michaeleveleth7979 Жыл бұрын
You did so awesome for a very difficult "adventure". I find it interesting how unexpected things like losing a tarp in the wind, a shovel on a trail can and not have spare keys with the vehicle at all times, not necessarily on the key ring, can be major learning experiences. What a challenge and well done on continuing to video and share all that with us. Thankyou!
@punktexas
@punktexas Жыл бұрын
This video is your best so far. So intense. The drama. The emotions. It has everything.
@pswick07
@pswick07 Жыл бұрын
Probably the best video I've seen from your channel as it shows what can happen. Keep it up. Love the content.
@nathanleaming448
@nathanleaming448 Жыл бұрын
You did great! Thanks for posting this video! You survived and at the end of it a great story your old aged days will share with those around you! How fortunate are you!
@jrwegener
@jrwegener Жыл бұрын
Adventure = overcoming adversity with the resources available. For me, that is often the most memorable and satisfying part of adventuring.
@md51236
@md51236 Ай бұрын
This is probably one of the best overlanding/camping videos I've seen thus far.
@terrorbulyfe
@terrorbulyfe Жыл бұрын
Realities of going solo. I would’ve just hunkered down in the truck until sunlight. That was knarly. Glad everything worked out!
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
I thought long and hard about that, but I was concerned about accumulating snow making conditions even worse. Really, with my lights, I could see just fine. Later in the day, I looked back and could see that the mountains were all white up where I had been. I made some mistakes on this trip, but I remain convinced heading down immediately was the right call...I think I still would have got stuck in the same spots in the daylight, and possibly stuck in even more places as well with snow obscuring the trail and making things even more slippery. 🙂
@chrischapman2575
@chrischapman2575 Жыл бұрын
Honestly? One of your best videos. I know it was a little scary, but that was real, and real is what the majority of content creators are lacking. Real offroading and camping needs to have a little scary in it. Thank you.
@tpseeker3367
@tpseeker3367 Жыл бұрын
Donald, Donald, Donald!!!! 1st time you were in a hurry looking for a spot to camp & slid into a Tree, 2nd time driving at night rushing down a muddy trail, lets NOT make the Third time a Charm @softroadingthewest. Stay put & go over the First Two Times. Besides that DAMN what a Suspenseful vid that will Hopefully Help out so many other people. The scenery, your videography, audio & editing is exceptional. All your vlogs are great & just keep getting better & this is up there with some of your best. Thanks for taking us along & Sharing the ups & downs of what You go through. Thanks Again
@Furniture121
@Furniture121 Жыл бұрын
It was a great example of how even experienced people can get into sticky situations. I think I'd have waited for daylight, but I'm saying that well rested, warm, and dry. It's hard to make good decisions when tired, cold, and wet.
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
I went back and forth on it as I sat there, but I was concerned about accumulating snow making conditions even worse. With my lights, I could see just fine. Later in the day, I looked back and could see that the mountains were all white up where I had been. I made some mistakes on this trip, but I remain convinced heading down immediately was the right call...I think I still would have got stuck in the same spots in the daylight, and possibly stuck in even more places as well with snow obscuring the trail and making things even more slippery. 🙂
@Furniture121
@Furniture121 Жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest that's fair, snow accumulation makes things much harder.
@Wr3ckZ
@Wr3ckZ Жыл бұрын
I could critique you, BUT, 1: You survived. Not only that, you flourished in adversity. 2: When things start going wrong, is when the 'adventure' begins! This is bragging rights, and good for a heart filled laugh at fire side war story chats! 3: Have fun with what you have, do whatcha gotta to make it work. You struggled, but you made it work. Bravo, and great vid!
@TrailToughTrailers
@TrailToughTrailers Жыл бұрын
Since no one has the guts to say it... I will.... . . . . . Glad you had a REAL adventure!!! "Vacation" something you plan to have FUN "Adventure" something you can't plan fully, but hope it turns into FUN "REAL adventure" something you had planned that became fun after you survived (typically a story shared with friends around a campfire) Thanks for sharing the good, bad, and the funky!!!
@crvadventure9316
@crvadventure9316 Жыл бұрын
Nice job Donald! Driving in the dark, in the rain, on an unfamiliar road by yourself with lack of sleep can test your calm and ability to make good decisions. I think you did well with the situation you were in. Nice job with the wench! I still don't have one so I always have to keep that in mind.
@davezuber521
@davezuber521 Жыл бұрын
I listened to a talk by Jim Whittaker, a mountaineer from Seattle. This is probably the only thing I remember from his talk. He said when disaster struck one of his excursions it never was one big lightening bolt thing that happened. It was an accumulation of many small things. Like: 1. unplanned solo driving 2. an area that wasn't researched, no gps data 3. shovel falls off 4. forgot the key 5. tent a little lighter duty 6. not checking the weather, etc. But, the redundant winch pulls through. I've been there. It's easy to get rattled and plunge into a worse situation, maybe driving over the cattle guard was an example of that. Thanks for showing it all. May you be more than a bad example to others. Kiddin... I liked this video very much. Carry on Don.
@insaynbcr
@insaynbcr Жыл бұрын
Driving a perfect trail, camping in perfect weather is what you hope for. Driving and camping in sketchy conditions that bring on higher levels of self reliance, allows you to "level up" on experience. You build on what you learn from each experience. That and it make great content regardless of haters and baiters.
@alsome350
@alsome350 Жыл бұрын
Never travel in the dark when you have weather like that in the desert. You are best to wait until the light of day. Secondly, you don't try to move when the weather is coming in. Out in that desert weather comes and goes quickly, and even though the mud becomes treacherous quickly, it also dries quickly after the weather passes. I have spent many of nights/days in the same situation, and you can get into real trouble if you try to move too quickly. Kudos to you for having the recovery gear onboard with you, but you were very lucky that you did not end up in a dire situation. Kudos to many more safe travels, love your channel.
@michaelnares1217
@michaelnares1217 Жыл бұрын
You’ve got guts Donald, I selfishly think this was the best episode I’ve ever seen of yours I think many people watching felt the intensity of the moments they were definitely palpable. Great Job. And you definitely had a story to share with your family!
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
Haha, I promise you, they are already sick of hearing me talk about it. 😂
@michaelnares1217
@michaelnares1217 Жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest 😂
@michaelfritz4152
@michaelfritz4152 Жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest nah.........
@johndej
@johndej Жыл бұрын
That was quite a trip! I'm glad you were able to extricate yourself safely. Your night in the tent reminded me of a trip with my family years ago. We were camping somewhere in Wyoming after driving into a strong headwind all day. It appeared to be a protected site but in the middle of the night the wind changed directions and tried to tear the fly off the tent. I managed to get out of the tent, grab on to the fly, and hang on for dear life. I tried waking my wife by yelling but she never heard me over the wind. She and my two young kids slept through the storm. After holding the fly for what seemed like hours. Crazy night!
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
LOL, that is an awesome story! 🤣
@kudraadk
@kudraadk Жыл бұрын
I was laughing about the wind as you were trying to pack up your tent. Sorry but the flapping was funny. Then when you started driving in the dark all I kept saying to myself is sit still and wait for daylight. This was very exciting episode. Great work Donald!
@Natezoinks
@Natezoinks Жыл бұрын
The trips that go wrong make the best stories.❤👍🏻
@davidraamiah3435
@davidraamiah3435 Жыл бұрын
I would have been too afraid to try to get out in the dark. What a crazy ride down the mountain!! It was a great video. I always learn more good info from you. Very inspiring.
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
I was concerned about accumulating snow making conditions even worse if I stayed put. With my lights, I could see just fine. Later in the day, I looked back and could see that the mountains were all white up where I had been. I made some mistakes on this trip, but I remain convinced heading down immediately was the right call...I think I still would have got stuck in the same spots in the daylight, and possibly stuck in even more places as well with snow obscuring the trail and making things even more slippery. 🙂
@pellcio
@pellcio Жыл бұрын
What an adventure! I'm sure you learned some things. Nothing like facing a situation, thinking it through, making a decision, then learning what you did right, or wrong. A fantastic video These last videos from your trip have been your best.
@freelander2_litelander
@freelander2_litelander Жыл бұрын
Epic. Nice solo spotting the day before the storm. Well recovered. And safely down.
@jaygonzales7198
@jaygonzales7198 Жыл бұрын
thats what the adventure is happy to see you didnt get injured and your truck did not suffer as well be safe and take care
@doreengardner2849
@doreengardner2849 Жыл бұрын
Oh MY: You really gave my heart a workout! Whew!!! And then to be “rewarded” by the wild horses! You do you so well. Thanks for the awesome video.
@bradymayfield7969
@bradymayfield7969 Жыл бұрын
Not going to say anything bad. You made it out and that's what matters. I will say that when you said "this is a great place to camp" I immediately thought uhhhhhh, no! No judgement though. I love the honesty of showing the whole truth of the trip. Great video.
@ironhorse7601
@ironhorse7601 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyable. Another tip, you have a rear diff lock, if in doubt engage it prior to the obstacle. They are more effective stopping you getting stuck, than getting you unstuck! Love your truck. Affordable, realistic and capable.
@gtr9005
@gtr9005 Жыл бұрын
Good you were able to get out safely and presence of mind is a plus. 👏👏👏
@BackroadExploration
@BackroadExploration Жыл бұрын
100% one of my favorite videos. Anyone jumping to give criticism has never been on a solo adventure. Those who have... know crap happens and just want to hear the story. I am super sad about the shovel. Hate getting home and realizing I lost something on the trail.
@twocrowsdown
@twocrowsdown Жыл бұрын
Full marks for putting the lows in the video along with the highs. A lot of people might be saying "Do this..." or "Do that..." but that's all nice and easy when you're sitting at home watching a video on KZfaq. The only way you really learn is by getting out and doing it - and you're doing a pretty good job of that. I'm sure you've picked up a few things you won't forget/do differently next time ;) No one has all the answers until they've made all the mistakes - and even then you'll find new and creative ways to make more mistakes. It's how you recognise, deal with and prevent yourself repeating those mistakes that is the measure of your abilities.
@michaelpellegrino3220
@michaelpellegrino3220 Жыл бұрын
Don't worry so much about the criticizers. It looks like you learned a lot on this little trip that will help you improve your knowledge in the future. That's really what life does to us all. I know that I learned a few things just watching you! Glad you got yourself out of there.
@andresdurstenfeld7364
@andresdurstenfeld7364 Жыл бұрын
Great video. A lesson in staying calm under pressure and thinking things through. I appreciate your humble honesty. That, more than the spectacular scenery your shared, serves to encourage me to follow in your tracks. Many thanks.
@stevecoscia
@stevecoscia Жыл бұрын
Now that's what I call an adventure. Terrific video. You handled the adversity like a pro.
@dwoodworker1
@dwoodworker1 Жыл бұрын
I love it. It’s called being adventurous. I wish we had that kind of public land in my state of Tennessee to be able to drive for days. I have new frontier pro 4x and have install rails over bed with a tent.
@cb3652
@cb3652 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for always sharing the good and the bad. I appreciate it!!!
@laurelmacmillan9330
@laurelmacmillan9330 Жыл бұрын
Wow. I would feel proud in your shoes. You got yourself out multiple times!!
@davep2945
@davep2945 Жыл бұрын
No one who wasn't there should criticize too much. Heck, I would have probably slept through the storm and woken up with a collapsed tent on me and a foot of snow outside! I have trouble falling asleep but once I do, especially in storms, I sleep deep. Good video. You'll definitely have to keep that spot in mind for a return when the weather isn't so bad because that was a killer good view.
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
Yeah, definitely some unfinished business up there. There was some beautiful scenery and interesting trail challenges on the way down that morning that I just didn't have it in me to film, so I'd love to get back there and complete the job. 🙂
@frankwhittemore9149
@frankwhittemore9149 Жыл бұрын
I think you did fantastic. Just one word if you don't mind. Complacency. Thank you for sharing. Great video. Glad you made it out safely.
@thomaslewis1268
@thomaslewis1268 Жыл бұрын
This video brought back memories for me (using the vehicle as a windbreak and anchor) . I've survived a few nights like this in my Gazelle T4 (one with 50 mph winds). The rainfly is the tent's Achilles heel. I now use strong short bungee cords to attach it to the tent hubs (and carry a spare rainfly). I have also found that a telescoping pole is useful inside to keep the roof from collapsing.
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
Excellent ideas!
@brianb9070
@brianb9070 Жыл бұрын
BEST VIDEO YET!!! LOVE WATCHING YOUR TRUCK IT LOOKS SO SICK WITH THOSE WHEELS AND TIRES!
@timothyholtjr.8600
@timothyholtjr.8600 Жыл бұрын
Exactly what happened to you makes me rethink my gazelle tent.. the fear of it just collapsing in on me while sleeping only makes me use it on perfect days..haha the rest of the time I will sleep in my canopy.. Glad to see you made it out ok and were able to use the winch successfully.. Safe travels and great videos as usual!!
@AM-nw6nf
@AM-nw6nf Жыл бұрын
Great shot of the horses 🐎
@allamericanTT7
@allamericanTT7 Жыл бұрын
One of my favorites. Travelled that area several times before and always wanted to cross over at Silver City and see how close I could get to Mountain Home. Closest ever I got was Sommer Camp Rd. Thanks for the adventures!
@michaelwatts2948
@michaelwatts2948 Жыл бұрын
So much for softroading! Well done keeping your cool and making it out successfully.
@KP11520
@KP11520 Жыл бұрын
So..... Now you got a great tale to tell and the only thing that got hurt.... was your pride, a little. LOL Best part is you LEARNED! And lived to use it next time! Those open mesh top tents with rain fly covers are against my religion! Give me a solid tent with a tub floor and LOTS of stakes! So what if I'm old fashioned! Keep ROCKIN' that Rocky Road!
@jamiehackney4420
@jamiehackney4420 Жыл бұрын
We all need days like this, the money we spend on recovery gear is priceless but even more priceless if we don't pratice using it. This was great and I am glad you capured it all on video. That wind was no joke.
@allentisthammer4763
@allentisthammer4763 Жыл бұрын
The wild horses couple with the rodeo that you had just finished was the icing in the cake! Now that wheeling and living the life!
@mdhen4
@mdhen4 Жыл бұрын
Quite the conundrums for softroading, but valuable, vicarious learning for the rest of us.
@tadcobert1307
@tadcobert1307 Жыл бұрын
Your cinematography is great! I love the drive by shots, well done! Nice job working through the tough situations on that trip.
@stephenpwilks
@stephenpwilks Жыл бұрын
Every time I have been bogged or rained out you look back on it later and realize it was a great adventure and I was glad it happened
@jmoto385
@jmoto385 Жыл бұрын
What an adventure! You now have memories and a video for the rest of your life, and your viewer's have a great video to watch. Glad you kept the camera going even when things went sideways. Thankyou for the great content!
@rbstride
@rbstride Жыл бұрын
What an adventure! So much learned, positive and negative, with doing. Glad things worked out, you must have been exhausted!
@whooptydj
@whooptydj Жыл бұрын
That's how memories are made :)
@danielcargill8019
@danielcargill8019 Жыл бұрын
That cattle guard seemed like a crazy situation glad you got out of it.
@Procooktip
@Procooktip 2 ай бұрын
Here’s the post I was looking for! Thanks for the information today!
@Starkraven100
@Starkraven100 Жыл бұрын
Now that is reality TV. Thanks for sharing the ups and the downs. Great job of self rescue.
@dustandashes3
@dustandashes3 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing the not so glamorous aspects of overlanding. Thankful for the valuable lessons learned through you!
@kennb.3389
@kennb.3389 Жыл бұрын
Incredible trip. You got thru it all. A real learning experience for us all. Thanks for sharing.
@FelixJorgenfelt
@FelixJorgenfelt Жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure when you post a new video. Your adventures always inspires me to go out on a trip myself.
@rodmeisterful
@rodmeisterful Жыл бұрын
Super useful lessons for all of us, thanks for the honesty.
@mykalmartin1696
@mykalmartin1696 Жыл бұрын
I think you did an outstanding job of self recovery. Thank goodness for the winch. Great job! Don't listen to the haters, keep on doing what you do. Love the channel and the spectacular content! Thanks for not giving up.
@Alex_556
@Alex_556 Жыл бұрын
In almost every situation a winch is better than sandtracks or a shovel. Sometimes a highjack comes handy. Also, sleeping in a canopy is much better than in a tent, regardless a ground one or RTT, so hopefully you put it back soon. Glad you went through it safely and in one piece :) And the most amazing thing to me is that even being in trouble you put an effort and time to film it! Thank you!
@joeconnell1396
@joeconnell1396 Жыл бұрын
This is why we call it AN ADVENTURE! Thanks!
@robbergstrom943
@robbergstrom943 Жыл бұрын
Impressive adventure leg and congrats on the triumphs and lessons learned. One of your best videos. I had a solo trip in the 90s that went sideways four ways and this reminded me of that nail biter. I still enjoy telling that story over beers.
@davidclark291
@davidclark291 Жыл бұрын
I’m glad you are going back to truck tent camping. So many Overlanders are shifting into campers, vans, etc. and it seems to me that they missing something. I can’t afford the big rigs so I continue to truck camp and I’m just enjoying the outdoors without all the comforts of home. Love these vids.
@909lilac
@909lilac Жыл бұрын
This is an incredible video Donald. So real, so out there. Excellent my good man!
@BuccaneerOverland
@BuccaneerOverland Жыл бұрын
All part of the adventure! Nice job of staying calm and thinking things thru before taking action. Looking forward to the next video.
@dianehansen1665
@dianehansen1665 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Not every trip is perfect and you show that with every issue, stop, think and proceed. 😊
@dustinedwards4021
@dustinedwards4021 Жыл бұрын
So I think you did great on this trip . It's frustrating doing self recovery and is stressful but at least you had the winch and aired down . I feel you did great and in the long run it will make you better overlander and better at self recovery . I have been there and it was nerve racking but you handled it great and did everything right . Great video
@barnetts9812
@barnetts9812 Жыл бұрын
Hello fellow explorer: 1- You kept your head calm. 2- Every misadventure is a learning lesson for your next adventure. 🤜🤛
@cowelk
@cowelk Жыл бұрын
Donald, I found your channel after seeing Brad at TrailRecon go to the Owyhee Canyonland. After watching my first video of one of your trips, I was stuck. I subscribed. I have watched several of yours, let my son know about you and I am trying to catch up. Now I found this one and while it is not the most scenic and geologically interesting, it was a fabulous video. I don't often go out alone but I do go solo. ( I go with my wife.) I don't have a winch or lockers on my Wrangler but I am rethinking that. Great job figuring things out and getting out safely.
@Desertkns60
@Desertkns60 Жыл бұрын
Very impressed! You overcame each obstacle. Your out, your safe and all in one piece! Well done!!!
@ThatOneDudeNick
@ThatOneDudeNick Жыл бұрын
Whew, that was a tough one. Thanks for sharing. A good reminder about preparedness for those of use that wheel solo.
@barga.exploring
@barga.exploring Жыл бұрын
Brave... you are safe, the truck working, so a huge experience. Congratulations on been able to go through the situation.
@Lcg503
@Lcg503 Жыл бұрын
enjoyed a REAL example of what can happen when traveling alone in the backcountry. Many KZfaq videos only show the best of what can be. Great video.
@ScootersAdventure
@ScootersAdventure Жыл бұрын
Dude total respect for you you handled that adventure like a champ and you had a great adventure learning a lot along the way and you shared it with us you're an amazing guy thanks for letting us see it 👍💯
@jamesshih6455
@jamesshih6455 Жыл бұрын
One of the best videos you’ve made, it was truly an adventure! And I’m happy you and the truck made it out safe and sound, thank you for sharing!
@PrimalOutdoors
@PrimalOutdoors Жыл бұрын
I didn’t have as rough a time as you, but I was dealing with that same greasy mud the next day after you left. I thought I was going to roll the van several times, and I was on decent roads, not rutted-out roads like you were on. That shit is no joke. I would rather drive on ice. Glad you made out ok. I ended up finding a flat spot and hunkering down for the night. The next day wasn't as bad. Jason
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
This was hands-down the most nervous I've ever been driving a trail. So fortunate I had finally completed the winch install. It's funny, because you & I hit quite a bit of rain and wet trails during last year's trip, but we must've just been in flat areas when it was wet, or had good rocky trails on slopes. This caught me by surprise for sure.
@MrSwat55
@MrSwat55 10 ай бұрын
Donald, this was such an intense adventure! I love your work, you have both my fiance and I watching through your library. Keep up the great work!
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! And yeah, this was one of my most intense experiences of any trip ever. :-)
@chuckrf1502
@chuckrf1502 Жыл бұрын
I just respect the fact that you get out there man! Keep it up, please.
@Western-Wild
@Western-Wild Жыл бұрын
Wild landscape and conditions. Thanks for sharing!
@jrfuentes2688
@jrfuentes2688 Жыл бұрын
Gnarly stuff! Glad you made it out in one piece. That Nissan was impressive!
@joerath1224
@joerath1224 Жыл бұрын
You came you saw you conquered. Great recoveries. The adventure was certainly worth it for you. And it seems you were properly prepared in equipment and mind. Nice job. Adventure!!!!
@tommatheson5855
@tommatheson5855 Жыл бұрын
That was good! Glad nothing was broken.... quite the learning experience. I don't know why but sometimes I need to learn things 3 or 4 times before I LEARN the lesson. Thanks for sharing!
@JamesJones-xk9xx
@JamesJones-xk9xx Жыл бұрын
This is one of the best overlanding videos I have ever seen!
@bwildjournals
@bwildjournals Жыл бұрын
Great Adventure! Thanks for sharing. I'm glad you made it out to tell the story.👍🙂
@stk1881
@stk1881 Жыл бұрын
Things getting wrong makes the best memories. I really love bad weather Camping content. Keep up youre excellent work
@lisatangen4213
@lisatangen4213 Жыл бұрын
Spectacular scenery!
@kadogshowtv7222
@kadogshowtv7222 3 ай бұрын
Wow the ghost town even has a Masonic Lodge!😊 33:10😊
@trish6618
@trish6618 Жыл бұрын
Wow, crazy trip! Glad you got out ok.
@Me4ok
@Me4ok Жыл бұрын
Amazing Donald. Outstanding trip with so so much to learn, enjoy, have fun with later. Thank you for sharing it with us with all ups and downs. P. S. Nobody shouldn't be perfect. It's where the fun begins. Thank you one more time. Respect!
@YouTubeTyler
@YouTubeTyler Жыл бұрын
Good one. Drama! Mystery! Suspense! Glad there was kind of a happy ending. Keep up the good work.
@kenuber4766
@kenuber4766 Жыл бұрын
Now that was a pretty good adventure! I have been in those predicaments myself before. Great video.
@ScottOwens28
@ScottOwens28 Жыл бұрын
No matter what, we are all human and make mistakes... I too have been there. Great video and learning lessons for all. Excellently documented. Thanks! What doesn't kill u, makes u stronger! 💪👌👍😊
@anthonydurling4093
@anthonydurling4093 Жыл бұрын
I can't believe you kept your composer as much as you did. Wow what a trip.
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