Wheeling The Legendary Rubicon Trail in a Jeep Gladiator l On The Trail

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Guided by Bob Sweeney of Jeepers Jamboree, we took 3 purpose-built Jeeps through the world-famous Rubicon Trail. Ali Mansour drove his Jeep Gladiator cross-country to take on this trail - something he wasn't sure he'd return unscathed in with its long wheelbase. He's joined by Harry Wagner and his Jeep Wrangler LJ. The Rubicon Trail is known for its payoff-great rock crawling and spectacular views. The group lands at an amazing campground, Rubicon Springs, to hear more of the trail's history, from it's builders to the ones that facilitated its emergence.
Follow along with us on this epic journey On The Trail!
00:00 Introduction
01:28 Ali's Journey
02:07 What's in Harry's Rig
02:28 What Is The Rubicon Trail?
03:17 The Gatekeeper
03:55 What Sets The Rubicon Apart
05:10 Little Sluice
10:57 Bob Sweeney and His Historical Family
11:50 When The Rubicon Almost Closed
12:50 Big Stinky
14:09 Wheeling With Bob
16:19 Harry's School Of Tents
17:27 Buck Island To Rubicon Springs
20:36 Driveline Down
24:20 Bob's Backyard
27:30 Why Rubicon Springs Is Special
29:39 Cadillac Hill
32:55 Observation Point
34:14 Outro
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@tomshunpiker4554 Жыл бұрын

Good show! We had a Gladiator that was stock except for bigger tires on run through the trail. Not even a Rubicon. We dragged and pushed that truck all the way through. It impressed me. We came out into Tahoma and I asked the guy if he was stressed at all. No, I’m an ice climber. Hahahaha! I don’t think his wife and kids felt as confident! So many legendary stories made on that trail. Driving to the trail from Indiana was one of the most epic experiences of my life. I hope to do it many more times!

@jscribn Жыл бұрын

Doing Jeepers Jamboree in 2023, this was one of the best Rubicon videos I've seen, thank you!

@Ali_Mansour_Editor Жыл бұрын

Great trip with great people. In Bob we trust!

@traviskimbrell1209 Жыл бұрын

Big Stinky is the real hero, here! Thanks for all you do!

@MatthewHarrington72 Жыл бұрын

This was awesome!!! Rubicon is on my bucket list!!! The mean yellow Jeep really ate up the terrain! Great video, great people! Thank you

@kenj447 Жыл бұрын

Did the Rubicon twice. While the experiences were different, they were both a blast. Driving Line guys did an awesome job in capturing the essence of the trail.

@PowerTankOfficial Жыл бұрын

Wheeling with the legend! What a treat to run the Rubicon with Bob. Cheers fellas! Great trip

@drumdude68 Жыл бұрын

Ali and Harry in one video. Both hosts content are the only reason I subscribe to Driving Line. And of course seeing Nittos at work too.

@HarrySituations Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words John. This one was a lot of fun.

@jeansayers8659 Жыл бұрын

Did the Rubicon years back… stumbled on this.. so glad to see it going strong! I’m now a backpacker and it’s soo important to leave no trace… some of the thru trails are overwhelmed with poop and tp… Kudos for all the work the Sweeney are doing!

@onemansthought 2 ай бұрын

Just got a Glady Rubi and loved this video, Appreciate it.

@epicone2449 Жыл бұрын

Great video!! Bob made this special

@kyridgejumper Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy all your videos and think you guys do a awesome job on them all, but this one right here is another level from the drone shots to the ground camera and the talking with the history. It’s all a incredible job. What a epic trip for a east coaster to make in that well built rig🎉🙌🙌💪

@DrivingLine Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kayloradventure Жыл бұрын

Seems like Bob has a great attitude. I bet that's a huge plus for keeping it fun on such a stressful trail.

@Corbetting Жыл бұрын

Well done guys!!

@welndmn Жыл бұрын

I was really wanting to see Ali in a ford Ranger :)

@Ali_Mansour_Editor Жыл бұрын

I wish I still had my Ranger. It would have been a long drive to California with that 3.0l though! 😂

@bigross0318 6 ай бұрын

Mr bob and his jeep is literally the human version of a mountain goat! He can go anywhere! And his knowledge and generations of history is just awesome what an experience that had to be! New gladiator owner here and this is definitely a bucket list item for me! Awesome video!

@TJY2K Жыл бұрын

I wish I could wheel the rubicon with Bob as my guide. He's just filled with interesting information. I've never been to the rubicon and i want to this coming year!

@DrivingLine Жыл бұрын

If you sign up for the Jeepers Jamboree, you can meet Bob and get the guided tour of the Rubicon. Well worth it.

@bowtycool Жыл бұрын

Great video! I was booked to do the Rubicon back in 2021 but had to cancel last minute due to the wildfires. I really hope to get back out there soon and see this national treasure for myself. Ali & Harry did a fantastic job and Bob Sweeney is such a legend to get you guys through the trail in the most memorable way possible.

@FLHTdriver Жыл бұрын

First off, all your videos are very good, but this one is memorable, spectacular and fun to watch. I learned a lot about the Gladiator's capability in this video, a big thanks for that. I live in Lakeview Oregon and some of the trails up here are similar to what you show in your video. But nothing that's as technical for as many miles. Since we just bought the Gladiator this fall we haven't been out on any trails since the snow was early and heavy. The Gladiator is a HUGE step up from our modified 1989 Suzuki Sidekick so we are excided to get the Gladiator out as soon as possible. Thanks again for the great video, it's really one of the best KZfaq videos.

@albertb1702 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video, FANTASTIC production and editing! Y'all made me want even more to do this - it's on the bucket list for sure - though this convinced me that I'd want to have my JT taken to the next level before attempting. Guess I just need to start saving. :) Thanks for sharing the great adventure!

@marcosierra1822 Жыл бұрын

I love the idea of you and Harry teaming up. That core group of old Petersen guys need to all get together and create content. Great job on this video as always.

@HarrySituations Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately Ali and I live across the country from each other. 😢

@11denco Жыл бұрын

Great video and love that you list the builds of the Jeeps. Definitely on my Bucket list.

@JeepnJeff Жыл бұрын

Nice! My flop was in the Vee groove! The restrooms and those who support them are much appreciated. They really do a great job. I remember spider lake before they cleaned it up. It was horible. So many "white flowers". It's a huge improvement now. The last time I was there was the flood year and they got the trail opened back up quickly. Rubicon Springs is really an oasis. It's so calming there. They allowed us to camp in the closed area. Could have spend a whole week camping there. I'm sure all of the Jeep maid the climb look easy. I remember getting stuck on the stair step on the frist leg up with my SWB Jeep. The front LSD wouldn't lock up fast enough and would slide the Jeep to the edge. Other than that, it was a pretty easy climb out. Seeing video of the trail always reminds me of the fun times and friends I've met there.

@TotallyRoman Жыл бұрын

What a great episode! Bob is da man!

@justinm.791 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video gentlemen!!!

@DK-bs6mu Жыл бұрын

Great video! Getting the sense of the history along with the wheeling was just a perfect combination.

@YouTubeFunHandle Жыл бұрын

The trail becomes more legendary as more Jeeps wheeling through

@bruceklassen8261 Жыл бұрын

That was epic it would have been nice to see a run down on Bob’s TJ

@jameshenderson9228 Жыл бұрын

What an awesome trip! Great video, almost like I was there.

@tylergray2906 Жыл бұрын

this video alone made me a subscriber. Well done

@jasonlovell3934 Жыл бұрын

I have been jeeping for 30 years but never made it to the rubicon. It is definitely on the list though.

@jeepinwithjulia Жыл бұрын

Awesome video aka movie! I have to go to the Rubicon. So close living in Reno.

@lindamoser2532 Жыл бұрын

Great video. We went on "the trail" two times this year. Our first time ever was in the snow, reverse down to Rubicon Springs and back May 14th. Had a little tailgate mishap. Second time all the way through. Great trips!

@edreiguerrero1817 Жыл бұрын

Love this video

@brisonpalmer6730 Жыл бұрын

Incredible video l have been dreaming of doing the Rubicon in my LJ for years definitely on my short list 🙌.

@Hellastockhmong Жыл бұрын

The Ford f250 is my hero.

@mickanonim3860 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this video. Gladiator is definitely on the wish list, with mods of course.

@lewy1 Жыл бұрын

My son and I plan on running it in July 2023, coming from Ontario Canada.

@DrivingLine Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Report back how you did!

@ronfasano71 Жыл бұрын

Great vid...my favorite summer place to be

@dadventuretv2538 Жыл бұрын

Awesome vid. Well done- Gladiator 🤘

@ksdurham Жыл бұрын

Awesome video and an awesome trail! Next time I'm visiting my house on Topsail Island, we need to connect. It would be great to meet you back in my home State of NC!

@mrmongo6722 Жыл бұрын

Nice video thank you for sharing.

@dman7028 4 ай бұрын

one of my dream😔

@Natezoinks Жыл бұрын

Great video! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 ❤️ The Rubicon.

@Jeepsterrick0131 Жыл бұрын

Another great video! Always enjoy seeing what the JT is capable of. One day would like to wheel with an awesome group like y’all!

@RallyNavigatorOnline Жыл бұрын

Harry!

@robertyoung8289 Жыл бұрын

Xlnt video. Thanks

@onemansthought 2 ай бұрын

They need a newby weekend on the trail where all the first timers get to go and are guided by a pro......

@DS-gj5vh Жыл бұрын

Did it in 1974 in a 1973 Bronco Ranger, Great

@hodad200 Жыл бұрын

Holy crap! That poop pumper truck looks like Fred and Dave built it on DED!

@lindamoser2532 Жыл бұрын

We love the poop truck

@onetwentyeight Жыл бұрын

Curious about that 1908 mitchell touring sedan that was the first to do the rubicon. is there any info out there about it and the first crossing?

@OFFAxisBuilds 2 ай бұрын

I'm headed up in July from Oregon. I'm looking forward to being on the trail for the first time. I'm coming up with the Salem Jeepers. What would you say is an absolute thing i need to bring? I'm bringing a 95 YJ with a 4.5" lift siting on 33" wheels. I have a winch, boat sides, and locked in the front. I still have the low trans pan I haven't switches to sye to raise it up. Any sections I should stay away from with 33" tires?

@montechie Жыл бұрын

That's one shitty truck I wouldn't mind wheeling 😆 Great looking trip! Love those Jeeps! Would love to see the specs on the LJ.

@HarrySituations Жыл бұрын

Here ya go! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nZ6Yjdtnx7_WdGQ.html

@onemansthought 2 ай бұрын

What was that music you played at around 18:40?

@efibendor1 Жыл бұрын

Ali great video what date were you there ?

@Ali_Mansour_Editor Жыл бұрын

This was filmed in August.

@earljohnson2676 Жыл бұрын

To much work give me the beginners trials I lived on the edge for 12 years with the army now I want a nice slow scenic view ride

@onemansthought 2 ай бұрын

How about a mod rundown for the Gladdy?

@DrivingLine 2 ай бұрын

I have a bunch of videos on this channel breaking down all of the mods. The quick and dirty are as follows. 3 Inch JKS lift with Fox 3.0 shocks Dynatrac ProRock XD60 (72.5 WMS) 5.38 gears, ARB rear, Eaton front PSC Hydro assist JE reel drivelines 40x13.50 Nitto Trail Grapplers 17x8.5 Trail Ready Beadlocks with 5.5 inches of backspacing Rugged Ridge front bumper, winch and fender chop AA products universal bed rack