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Hey John. That didn’t cross my mind. I suppose a person could do that. I wanted to keep the Sumo intact in case I decide to go back to them or sell them. I appreciate your thoughts.

I’m going to try to build a shackle reverse with the cradle in mind to begin with. What’s the worse that could happen……

When you get it finished I would like to see and hear about it.

That question is hard to answer. Several variables to consider. If it’s dry and trail in good condition probably not. I didn’t use 4x4 on this day. Good tires for sure.

I appreciate your input. I like variety. The 360 does give a unique perspective. I have a drone as well but can’t use my footage because I haven’t taken the time to get my Part 107 license yet. Enjoy your upcoming trip.

I believe it was the end of August or first part of September. It’s a very nice drive.

To be honest I can’t remember what they were needed for but they were needed. I had to search for where I had stored them away because I took them off and tried the Sumo Springs in their place. Thanks for the question and enjoy the project. They work well for me.

That is great to hear. I appreciate your feedback. It is an amazing and huge place. It takes time and lots of it. Enjoy!!!

Hi there. No particular direction. It is beautiful. Go slow and take it all in. Enjoy and thank you for the comment.

Great idea. That is definitely a possibility.

drove last dollar road pretty easily without airing down

I personally would not recommend it especially alone. Also naturally aspirated Subarus run out of power at high altitudes. I have an Outback and wouldn’t go in it.

Yes. It is not difficult and have seen plenty of NA jeeps, Hummers, Toyotas, Nissans do it with no problem.

Thank you too! We appreciate your feedback. Merry Christmas!

The Sumo springs with an add a leaf were not in constant contact when loaded for a trip (although it was close)and did quite well. I wanted the adjustability of the air bags and I do not regret the decision. I like the idea that the air bags take some of the load off the leaf springs. I appreciate your question.

@@copelandingadventures Thank you! I appreciate your reply!

This is a great comment. What a great memory that would be, meeting those 2. And the jet? Now I have to check that out. Thank you for this.

Thanks! 👍I appreciate your support. It is a beautiful area.

I believe it was 1/8” or 1/4” pipe thread. I can’t honestly remember. Also double check the air bags for leaking at the crimp. One of mine leaked. It seems quality was not on the agenda.

I am happy to hear that. If only I were there. Enjoy and I appreciate your comment.

It is a very beautiful drive and not all that technical. I appreciate your support. Keep on exploring.

Hello Wesley. I highly recommend this drive. I wouldn’t be concerned about passing. Everyone works together when the need arises. We are all out there for the same reason. Just go slow and be mindful of the edge. If two vehicles meet on a steep narrow road and neither vehicle can pass, the vehicle facing uphill has the right-of-way. The vehicle facing downhill has more control when backing up the hill. Thanks for your comment and enjoy the drive.

@@copelandingadventures sounds good, really appreciate the advice, will definitely be doing this road soon

Lol. Not to bad with that upgraded suspension.

Good to hear. I appreciate your feedback.

Always be willing to turn around if you feel uncomfortable. Let someone know where you are and if possible go with someone else. This is a pretty mild road under dry conditions. I appreciate your comment. Come back and let me know your experience.

Ridgeway is how they spell it. Thanks for the question. However you spell it it is a wonderful drive.

One of the best no doubt for views. We appreciate your feedback.

Ha! I hope you enjoyed and it inspires you to get out there and explore. Thanks for watching.

That is a great story. Albeit a bit more drama than we prefer. Lol. Thanks for sharing.

I lived in Telluride and had a new Scout II. A Marine Corps buddy and I decided to take Black Bear Pass. I had three sets of tires. One for regular driving, one for off-roading ad one more for sand. Too lazy to change out the wide sand tires we pressed on. He was driving. At one point I noticed the tires on my side were just starting to edge over the road. Very calmly I told him, "Jim, you better move to your side, the tires are over the edge of the road." He replied even more calmly, "If I do that I will scrape the mirror off the door." We made it, but weren't lazy any more.

I appreciate your time. I am ready to go back there.

Hey Virgil. I appreciate the comment. The dirt gravel road ended at the airport. Then if I remember correctly you turn onto a paved road When going into Telluride there is a huge Elk herd that stays out in a field. We found that to be the cherry on top of this days travel.

Thanks Gary! Much appreciated.

I used dji osmos action camera and dji air 2s drone in this video.

It really is! A fairly easy drive that is very rewarding.

That is correct.

@@copelandingadventures thanks

Thank you. Are you thinking of doing this?

@copelandingadventures I have the Firestone kit for my Tacoma sitting in the garage waiting for spring and warmer weather for the install. I am definitely considering cradles cuz I do like to articulate sometimes.

Thank you so much. As per your question I would not recommend it. There are tight spots. It is a relatively short trail so maybe leave trailer behind in a safe area treat it as an out and back trail. Trails have different views doing that. Enjoy this area. It's amazing.

@@copelandingadventures Thanks for the reply and advice. Just researching and planning so this helps. Enjoy your adventures and keep the video's coming.

I appreciate your comments and that is interesting about the rock colors. We will pay attention to that when we return. We love that area. We were there in September.

Thanks for your comments. I am in Lee's Summit. We love Ouray. I agree that Corkscrew is amazing as is the whole area. Mineral creek seems a bit more than I want to do alone and with a loaded rig. I do have arb lockers front and rear and full skids. I think I would want 33's as well. Imogene is my goal. Thank you for subscribing and I will reciprocate. I am planning for Arkansas next year. Planning on Moore expo too. I love the capabilities of 360 camera. A bit more editing work but worth it. I have a dji drone as well. Just need to take the time to use it. See ya on the trail.

I would not see why not. It is a real mild trail and so beautiful. See my other video on Ophir pass. It is doable too. As always weather and your comfort level plays a part in making that decision. A great rule is if in doubt turn around. Nothing too tight on these trails. Maybe a couple switchbacks with multi point turns. You will love these trails.

@@copelandingadventures thanks, trying to get out there within a year.

@@slalomking you will love it. Be sure to visit Ouray if possible and drive the Million dollar hiway. And when you get to Telluride there is a gravel road that takes you to the bottom of Bridal Veil Falls.

@@copelandingadventures thanks for the info, seen a video on the million dollar hwy, will definitely do that one. Thanks about the tip on the gravel road to the falls in Telluride !!!

It is a beautiful and unique place for sure. I am glad you enjoyed it.

You are very close. 😃 It is Hurrah pass and Chicken Corners trail. I have a longer video of it on my channel. th-cam.com/video/k6IvmOTG5-A/w-d-xo.html

@@copelandingadventures Nice. I was just on CC- walked around the corner this trip. It's a great drive. We sometimes head into Kane Creek on the way. It starts out nice and easy but gets harder. Worth exploring though until it gets tricky then just turn around- it does not get any easier. We did it on some KTM bikes and it was still hard.

We saw Kane Creek but didn't turn. Lol. So much to do out there.

@@copelandingadventures It is really cool canyon- many water crossings. If I had a 4x4 I would go in but turn around when it starts to get rocky- you'll know the spot. Yes, it is about 500,000 mi. sq. so yeah, it's vast. Long Canyon and H*lls Revenge are great trails as well. You can go UP shafer and DOWN Long canyon or vice versa.

Should have been there. Lol

That is a fact Mike. Hopefully our videos inspire others to get out and see it for themselves. I keep watching all yours and trail mater videos watching for your "Tooele" box. 😉 😜

It was too much for me being solo. Did get some great experience and more familiar with my truck. Thanks again for your comment and helping my channel grow.

@@copelandingadventures U were wise to not push beyond your skill level at that time. I've run Fins many times. There are only about 3 spots that are tricky. In Moab, there are many off camber slopes that can land you on your roof easily. H*lls Revenge is another fun one.

@@MOAB-UT I would like to go and watch Hells gate for a while on a busy day. Not to interested in driving it in my Tacoma though. Lol.

@@copelandingadventures I rented a SxS and made it up to that spot. It's really cool but no way I am risking my neck for a cheap thrill. One recent brain injury where I could barely tie my shoes is more than enough. It happened in Moab. The ride up H. Revenge was not too bad as long as you go low and slow. Air down. Better in a SxS but your truck could def. make it if it is 4x4. If you wonder up towards the hot tubs area (not part of the safer safari route), there is one tricky spot I discovered. I should have gone around to the right. You will know it when you see it. It is already steep, then it gets stupid steep. Feeling confident, I followed my technique of staying on trail- in the tire marks. I should have gone around. I almost flipped backwards. Luckily I was going very slow but when you hit the brakes, while rolling backwards, that momentum makes the machine want to go over backwards- especially since all the weight on those things- and the motor is in the rear with the gear. I would not want to try that in a Tacoma but many do. On H. Revenger, you will get a wake up call, right off the parking lot on the first fin you commit to. It's something- but a lot of fun. It's pretty safe if you are smart about it.

@@MOAB-UT I have watched enough of it on TH-cam and after Fins know I am not interested in that style in my truck. Lol. And I agree on black bear pass. No thanks! Lol

I appreciate you comment. I too will walk around when we get back there. We got rained out on White Rim. Long canyon is on my list. Shafer was amazing. Video coming. Onion Creek amazing as well. I have a video out on onion creek and 2 more releasing in the next few days. Please subscribe if you haven't.

@@copelandingadventures Onion is on the list as is Hey Joe Canyon. Long is a great canyon- not that long really but fun. I prefer going up it. One big dip just before the huge rock. Go slow at that spot. I had a $70k built Jeep and it struggled slightly- had to put a rock under the wheel then made it past that spot no problem. It's slightly steep and very lose so it can be tricky. Do you like Onion more than Shafer? Have you done Hey Joe yet? Looks narrow in spots- will likely do it on my friends 4x4 ATV this spring. I rent UTV's out there and I def. do not want to damage machines, let alone a $70k Jeep. They take pics and use GPS to track these days. With all your adventures, what is your favorite top 3 trails/must-see spots? I like MOAB, Yosemite and skiing various spots in Colorado like Vail and Telluride (cool town.) Headed to WY next year- hiking near Jackson Hole. Zion and Death Valley were fun too- visited earlier this year. Been to most those places ONCE. Been to MOAB 6 times. SUBSCRIBED!

We hit colorado again on our way back home from Utah. We did California, Hurricane and Corkscrew and stopped briefly at Animas forks. Those are amazing and so beautiful. My goal is Imogene pass. I am researching southern Missouri and Arkansas right now. Just a few hours from home and beautiful. Blessed to be in this country with so much to see.

@@copelandingadventures Imogene is on my list too. Nearby Black Bear Pass s beyond my skill level. I have nothing to prove. Stop in and have dinner in Telluride when you do Imogene. It's a fun town and a great ski mountain. Vail is fun too. Some good mining museums in Colorado- I liked the National Mining Hall of Fame- cool old town of Leadville. I am a skier so I have explored most of the West.

Lol. Thanks for watching and commenting. 😉

It certainly is. Warm weather can't come soon enough in my opinion. Good to hear from you Nigel.

Thank you for your comments. Enjoy the outdoors.

It was a nice side trip. Colorado is amazing.