Brad Regina Jordan, thank you for Inviting us.......... Brad you are so fortunate to have married such a wonderful Lady!!!!!!!!! You have Beautiful children!!!!! I do look forward to your videos!!!! Wishing I could be there with you all..... Awesome 😎😎😎😎👍😎😎😎👍👍😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎
The trail terrain does change as you discussed as does access to different areas. These things I have enjoyed on the local trails where I live. I also consider vista points along the trail for viewing sun rise or sun sets as well as moon rise or moon sets. Some camp sites I will consider if it has dark skies for star gazing. Thanks for another great video.
Lesson 9 off-roading isn’t just about breaking axles and crawling over rocks and obstacles, it’s also about family, history, our beautiful country, and the quality time seeing it. One of my favorite videos. Great family and inspiration to others.
Great video to recap the last 7 years ! It’s great to see you’re able to have the whole family out exploring with you. Such great memories! I remember the earlier years with your stock JK.
Great video! Going to steal your wife's recipe. I've been wheeling nearly 10 years now and too have learned a lot. Out of everything you've learned, is there anything you regret? A trail never taken, honest rookie mistake, etc...? Stay safe
I think my biggest regret is not starting sooner! We rode dirt bikes and atv's for years, but it wasn't the same experience as we are now having today. Lot's of trails on my bucket list, so I'm still working on that! Thanks!
Hi Brad great video. On the video where you first showed the 392 you and Regina were discussing your many vehicle changes and you mentioned something about the diesel wrangler having problems with over heating. Could you please elaborate? Thanks
What’s the brand or name of the cookware Regena was using? BTW when I was stationed in San Diego in the 90’s, a group of us used to ride our Ninja’s and sport bikes to the Observatory on Sundays
She's using the Kovea system, which is has some nice pieces and all collapses together very well :trailrecon.com/kovea-system-cookware-ii-78.html. Lot of great winding road for sport bikes and cars out that way.
I love your positive attitude. When I'm grumpy, I watch your videos and I pull out of it. Thanks and Thank You Regena for your words. Very inspirational.
I woke up just angry this morning. Wishing I had done things differently. Mad at the world and myself. This video reminded me to get back out there who knows! Plus I loved the 392 review, the interaction of your personalities are priceless!
@@Matt02341 I think we all have things we wish we could have done differently. But no matter how much we would like to change the past, we can't...all we do is learn from those moments and apply the lessons to forge a better and brighter future. ☺
Thank you for your service! I retired back in 2017 and just recently got into off-roading and this trail looks to be perfect to start off on. Thank you for sharing👍🏽 Loving the content!
brad you are always such a positive person. I've watches the channel for several years now and your addition with your wife and kids has made the channel more family friendly. your words of wisdom I hope other jeepers enjoy. keep posting and we hope to see you maybe in colorado.
Thanks for another great video. Regina advice is so on point. Getting out of your comfort zone and doing something new and fresh. Reason why I started camping (so far just controlled camp grounds) building up my confidence and courage to hit the trails and discover amazing dispersed camping sites. For an introvert person like me, it’s a big leap! Watching fun, great, educational videos like yours has been very helpful. Thank you!
Thank you so much! It can be really, really hard to push yourself to do new things, but it is so worth it when you do. We are always changing, life is always changing around us, and we all have a choice whether to be swept up in the current of change or to choose our own change and paddle in the direction we want to go. I'd much rather be an active participate in this crazy, wonderful thing called life. ☺
@ 4:05 Well said Mrs. R | Beautiful country ! Jordan: "I got it" Ha! | I had a 2012 Mustang GT :) it was fast. | Brad what's your home digital storage setup for all these videos ? | OMG that Mac-n-cheese looked fantastic! |
Great vid like ever, I've enjoyed your the memories and the growin learning experience but now talking about the meal: have open my heart when saw the "De Cecco", it's one of top 5 italian pasta, perfect cooking, served like a pro chef, delicious and if you put Parmigiano over like are snowing can call italian citizen!!! 🤩
Take the wife up top of the world trail. My wife had her doubts. I went to EJS 5 days before her to “get it out of my system” lol. She flew out and that was the last trail I had to check off. Couldn’t go to Moab without going up there again. Pretty sure I passed brad in the red Jeep on 128 on our way back to town matter of fact. Then spent a day checking out the parks with her and took a trip monument valley and the 4 corners. Also checked out valley of the gods. I can say for sure she gets it now. On the ride home she was asking when and where we’re going jeeping next lol.
@@TrailRecon It’s just a gravel road loop with some pretty scenery and camp spots. I wouldn’t make a special trip just to see it but if driving by it would be a awesome place to camp for a night. Do wish the sites were a bit off the road path for privacy. More of like a campground experience with much better scenery.
Great video. Enjoyed the scenery and the food looked good! Ok, sore subject. What kind of mileage are you getting on the 392 as a daily driver and when your off roading?
Thanks! Honestly, the 392 has been pretty respectable, 15-16 on the highway, and on the trail I'm getting around 10-11. Not great, but that's better than the JK gets.
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Brad please tell me that you got to drive the Wrangler Overlook Concept and did a video on it for some reason that concept is by far the one that I want to become reality the most.
I did a short segment on the Overlook Concept when I was at SEMA last year, its a great vehicle. This year our schedule was thrown off a bit and we didn't get to drive all the concepts.
As always terrific video. Number one is listen to Regina. Slow down and smell the coffee. :-) I agree wholeheartedly on a positive mental outlook, makes a huge difference not only in yourself but those around you. Time goes way too fast. I retired way back in 1996, where does the time go?
i stumbled on your channel a few months ago and i enjoy the content . you get 2 thumbs up .... on a diff subject , what do you think that 4xe wrangler mpg is on oem suspension ( not too moded ) mostly on concrete ??? i know y'all all about the adventures but i just need a daily . tia
Great video, love how you went back to how things started for you exploring and the lessons learned alone the way. This was a refreshing video away from "look at this new gear" , love my gear stuff ,but we have lost some perspective of when things where simple and why we wanted to do this in the first place, thxs Brad for returning our focus.
That was a good video Brad! The upbeat happy music and Regina with her food segment. I could definitely see you all enjoying each other while doing something you love to do in the great built jeeps. I hope that 392 stays around. Thank you.
Great video! So enjoyable to watch, and so cool that your wife is with you on these trips now! (and your son when available!) I really enjoy her cooking. We ranch in Oklahoma, however, my wife and I spend the summers in South Fork, Colorado, and are always looking for quick and easy meal to cook while we are on the trails with our Rubicon. IMHO…Your hard work, humbleness and positive attitude are what makes your videos so successful. Thanks!
Thank you! I love being able to get out on the trail with Brad, especially when any of our boys get to join us. I am a huge fan of quick and easy meals. Probably from my days of working full-time and raising three boys with a husband who was often deployed when quick and easy meant saving time and sanity! 😄
I think that is truly one of the problems in overlanding, we get so gear oriented in the newest and greatest. That isn't necessarily a problem if you enjoy and nerd out on the gear but don't let it hold you back from going on trips and enjoying the gear you already have. Its awesome to see how far you have come and grown and to see your channel go from a few subscribers to over 484,000 is insane!!!! Love it!
Your video was great. The gate has been locked for 25 years it’s a bummer because it would be a great loop. Brad did you know that a plane crash on Palomar Mountain that had an atomic bomb on it?
Oh man, I had no idea about the plan crash, thank you for sharing that. I just spent 30 minutes researching that and I didn't see any reference to a bomb, but 12 service members lost their lives when a fighter jet and bomber crashed up there the week before the D-day invasion, so it wasn't a big headline. Looks like there is a memorial on private property up there now. I'll have to see if I can go back and request access.
Thanks! Video titles are an interesting animal to navigate on TH-cam, I'll be putting together a playlist with all the trails, we'll have them on our website and another special project we are working on that will help you find them.
Regina hit the nail on the head! get out of your comfort zone do something and enjoy my wife and I had started in these videos are very inspiring thanks guys, keep up the great work.
We have done that trail a couple of times but the opposite direction then you did. The first time we did it there was a person manning the tower and we were lucky enough to be able to go up and have a tour of it and check out the amazing view. Great trail close to home for us. Once again another great video.
I enjoy running trails in the opposite direction, ads a different twist to them. Maybe when we go next time we'll do that and fingers crossed we'll be lucky like you and the tower will be open!
Hi, I just joined but have been following your you tube channel a while. Keep up the great work you do for us. Your information is awesome. Thanks again and always looking forward for your next video.
I think I can safely say that the 392 hast the best stock exhaust note of any Jeep. I love the scenery it’s so different from here in Ontario Canada. I’d love to bring my gladiator here. You may have made a video on this in the past and I’m relatively new to the channel, but what do you look for in a suitable camping spot?
You should plan a trip, the Gladiator is a great overland/road trip truck! I'm not picky about camping spots, generally I just want something flat, can accommodate at least 2 vehicle and some protection from the elements. Time distance on my trips usually dictates what camping spots I select.
Nice to see you revisit and reflect on that trail. Glad to see Regina more involved in the channel aswell. Maybe a good question for your next Q/A.. are you still planning on visiting all 50 states? Also when's the Cherokee video introduction/walk around coming? Keep up the good work!
Thank you! Yes, all 50 states are on the table, it's just going to take us a bit, but we'll be venturing out of state shortly. I just got the Cherokee back up and running... finally! A few more details and I'll get it out and shoot a video.
Trail Recon video and a cup of strong coffee on a beautiful Sunday morning. Outstanding views on your family adventure and some PMA reminders that we all need. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences with us. I would wager that mac and cheese was delicious. Thick cut bacon FTW!
Love it man. Beautiful Jeeps...I've got a 392 as well, but that JK 😍 Love Regena's confidence on camera! You can really tell you guys are just out there having fun!
It is always interesting to revisit a trail and not only see how it has changed but also how your initial perspective of it changed as well. We have a couple of trails that we want to redo because they were fun and also doing them in a different season will change their scenery. Jordan... Pay attention to Mom. It is a shelf road... 2 hands on the wheel, eyes on the road... yeah, all the mom safety things. LOL Until next time... Travel safe.
Agree, trails change over time, so you never know what you might get. It's also fun sometimes to just go do a trail in the opposite direction, can be a completely different experience.
Nope! I cook it in chicken broth, which adds flavor to the recipe. I add enough broth to not quite cover the pasta, which thickens slightly as the pasta cooks. I keep a little extra broth (or water) on hand in case the liquid cooks off too fast or too much. 😄
Regena! Thank you for that twist on Mac n cheese. I am saving this episode to use that recipe later. Brad, always love the content & thank you for sharing your wisdom & time with your family.
Great videos. You mentioned you retired from the Military. Navy? I was in the Army for 26 years. Retired in 03. Looking forward to retire again and hit the trails. Do you think a 23 Chevy 2500, 4X4 diesel could make it on the trails? I still need to get it upgraded for back country camping, but looking forward to hitting all the National Parks and a lot of State Parks.
Palomar Divide is my next day outing. Looks like you all did this on Friday when the wind was up. I went solo out to Blair Valley and then up to the S22 and dropped into Grapevine Canyon, Yaqui Wells Rd, then up to Anza Borrego so I could get a patch of the state park. Never even aired down. Be careful out there. The rattlers are starting to come out of their dens. I just about stepped on one as I was checking out a view. Little bugger was just sitting there warming up in the sun. BTW, to dispersed camp in Cleveland NF, you have to call the ranger district office and get a free overnight permit. They will email it to you...each peasy. You could also stop at the office to get one. No open fires, unfortunately.
I made that mac and cheese for my family for dinner at home. I'm not really a mac and cheese kind of guy but....WOWZA! Bacon is a game changer. Why didn't I think of that before? I put mine on a bed of baby spinach and added some fresh cracked pepper and a dash of hot red pepper flake. YUMMY! Thanks Regena!
Built a ton of guzzlers, for chuckers, (and whatever else needs a drink) out in the west desert, past Delta Utah with my ole man and his group when i was young. Was always awesome to go back out, and see some one had destroyed them, for fun. So, we set them all back up, shake our heads, and move on.
Love the new videos with Regina!!! Trail Recon is one of my favorite TH-cam channels. But as a woman it’s nice having a woman’s perspective on overlanding! Keep making awesome videos!
Brad, just curious, I haven't heard you compare your new 392 to the 3.0 diesel. I'm seriously considering trading my jk in on a diesel. Any advice, warnings or tips??
Great video; especially since I have family living in the Ramona, CA area. But... I noticed that Regina was driving Your Jeep. There are still a brave few who are driving 2-door Jeeps ... as is Regina.
I appreciate you talking about positive attitudes. I get caught up in bad ones when I need to do maintenance or if something breaks and doesn't go my way. It's nice to get a reminder every once and a while. Try to stay positive at home and on the trail!
Haha..your wife enjoys HER TOY the 392 driveing off road looks like..good video with the family though & many more stay safe all of you till the next time
awesome video, i will probably do this one as well. I live in Oceanside as well. Are the any trails in the county that you think are a half step above this one in terms of difficulty? I have a gen 2 Tacoma and am not exactly trying to rock crawl, but through work i drive dirt roads all day. Would love some insight in to any cool spots that you would recommend checking out.
Are there a lot of turn outs to pass? Thanks for the video My wife and I are new to overlanding and live in Escondido. we just bought a 4x4 Tacoma and want to start some adventures!!
I'm thinking it's time for me to stop waiting on friends, and family ,and just head out! I'm in the mid-west so I do have a little farther to go to see any good trails,but what the heck. I 'm out!!!!
I love watching these. Any chance in the near future you can find/make a point out of showing rigs that aren’t Rubicon or top tier trim levels more often? I know it’s cool seeing these built out bad boys but don’t forget about us poor/base trim folk!
@@TrailRecon no no that’s great! I just mean when you go with a large group or if you see folks running with some stock stuff, it would be great to see how entry level can do it too. Tips and tricks, advice on how they make it work. Your rigs are great, I love them! Something I hope to build up to one day!
@@TrailRecon Had the first year of the 392 in my 2011 Challenger GWE Always thought that was a great sounding engine! So glad the stuffed one in a Wrangler.
Gotta say Brad I am very jealous of the trails you have, especially for being in California. Its unfortunate that not all areas have such great access to off road enjoyment.
Love the video and comparisons from before to now, always great content. Interesting about Palomar, how does the fire road portion of that trail compare to Otay Mountain? I have some newbies who are a bit afraid of driving on the side of a cliff with larger vehicles like a Tacoma & RAM at Otay, is Palomar similar in that regard?
Thank you! I haven't been up to Otay in a long time, but if I recall Palomar is similar terrain, just higher in elevation. There are a few sections that are narrow, but honestly you could easily drive a full size truck on the Palomar trail.
Brad Regina Jordan, thank you for Inviting us.......... Brad you are so fortunate to have married such a wonderful Lady!!!!!!!!! You have Beautiful children!!!!! I do look forward to your videos!!!! Wishing I could be there with you all..... Awesome 😎😎😎😎👍😎😎😎👍👍😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎
Thank you so much, I am truly blessed to have a great family!
The trail terrain does change as you discussed as does access to different areas. These things I have enjoyed on the local trails where I live. I also consider vista points along the trail for viewing sun rise or sun sets as well as moon rise or moon sets. Some camp sites I will consider if it has dark skies for star gazing. Thanks for another great video.
Thank you for you comment and glad you enjoyed the video!
And Bacon 🥓!
Lesson 9 off-roading isn’t just about breaking axles and crawling over rocks and obstacles, it’s also about family, history, our beautiful country, and the quality time seeing it. One of my favorite videos. Great family and inspiration to others.
Great point and thank you!
My grandmother who was born in 1900 and lived to be 98 through wars, 2 husbands and a great depression always reminded us to "Count your blessings".
Great video to recap the last 7 years ! It’s great to see you’re able to have the whole family out exploring with you. Such great memories! I remember the earlier years with your stock JK.
So many ads now. Hard to enjoy your content with so many stops. At least you are still enjoying the journey.
Good video with the tips and memories; see ya next time 👍👍👍👍👍😎😎😎😎😎😎
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! Going to steal your wife's recipe. I've been wheeling nearly 10 years now and too have learned a lot. Out of everything you've learned, is there anything you regret? A trail never taken, honest rookie mistake, etc...? Stay safe
Feel free to steal it and make it your own. It's a very flexible recipe!
I think my biggest regret is not starting sooner! We rode dirt bikes and atv's for years, but it wasn't the same experience as we are now having today. Lot's of trails on my bucket list, so I'm still working on that! Thanks!
What are those things standing in the background at the maple tree mine? Posts? Cactus? Interesting looking.
They are the flower stocks from Yukka plants.
Hi Brad great video. On the video where you first showed the 392 you and Regina were discussing your many vehicle changes and you mentioned something about the diesel wrangler having problems with over heating. Could you please elaborate?
Thanks
What’s the brand or name of the cookware Regena was using? BTW when I was stationed in San Diego in the 90’s, a group of us used to ride our Ninja’s and sport bikes to the Observatory on Sundays
She's using the Kovea system, which is has some nice pieces and all collapses together very well :trailrecon.com/kovea-system-cookware-ii-78.html. Lot of great winding road for sport bikes and cars out that way.
Would you make a video about the Toyota 4Runner cuz they are very capable
I love your positive attitude. When I'm grumpy, I watch your videos and I pull out of it. Thanks and Thank You Regena for your words. Very inspirational.
Thank YOU! 😊
I woke up just angry this morning. Wishing I had done things differently. Mad at the world and myself. This video reminded me to get back out there who knows! Plus I loved the 392 review, the interaction of your personalities are priceless!
@@Matt02341 I think we all have things we wish we could have done differently. But no matter how much we would like to change the past, we can't...all we do is learn from those moments and apply the lessons to forge a better and brighter future. ☺
Brad and his family also have that effect on me with their positivity :) I feel very lucky to be able to watch these videos :)
Possibly the best video to date! Love the perspective and passion.
Oh wow, thank you so much!
Thank you for your service! I retired back in 2017 and just recently got into off-roading and this trail looks to be perfect to start off on. Thank you for sharing👍🏽 Loving the content!
Thank you for your service! Palomar is a great starting off point, safe travels!
Thanks for your service! I just retired in Nov 2020.
@@RandomStuffGarage619 Congrats on your retirement and thanks for your service!
You are the Bob Ross of Off Roading and Over landing.... Great Job as always !!!
Bob Ross was the man! Thank you!
If Regina doesn't get him a Tshirt for Christmas that says "The Bob Ross of off roading" I'll be so disappointed.
@@backwoodstherapy May I take credit for giving him this title ? am I the first ? lol
Can you post the Mac and Cheese recipe? Looks amazing!
I think Regena has plans to have it posted up on our blog in the comings weeks: trailrecon.com/blog.asp
awesome video, again! Please include more COFFEE making & cooking!!! Thank you.
Wondering if you are able to use Gia on Apple Car play?
Yes, Gaia is available on apple car play and something I've just started using.
brad you are always such a positive person. I've watches the channel for several years now and your addition with your wife and kids has made the channel more family friendly. your words of wisdom I hope other jeepers enjoy. keep posting and we hope to see you maybe in colorado.
Thank you so much!
Thanks for another great video. Regina advice is so on point. Getting out of your comfort zone and doing something new and fresh. Reason why I started camping (so far just controlled camp grounds) building up my confidence and courage to hit the trails and discover amazing dispersed camping sites. For an introvert person like me, it’s a big leap! Watching fun, great, educational videos like yours has been very helpful. Thank you!
Thank you so much! It can be really, really hard to push yourself to do new things, but it is so worth it when you do. We are always changing, life is always changing around us, and we all have a choice whether to be swept up in the current of change or to choose our own change and paddle in the direction we want to go. I'd much rather be an active participate in this crazy, wonderful thing called life. ☺
The red Jeep is beautiful.the silver one is over the top
Imagine wheeling with Regina and Marco both. Could have a thanksgiving feast on the trail.
When the two of them are cooking side by side at camp it's a bit overwhelming... so much goodness!
Well there is a good idea for a video. A Thanksgiving video off the grid with a huge feast!
@ 4:05 Well said Mrs. R | Beautiful country ! Jordan: "I got it" Ha! | I had a 2012 Mustang GT :) it was fast. | Brad what's your home digital storage setup for all these videos ? | OMG that Mac-n-cheese looked fantastic! |
Oh, I've got a mess of massive hard-drives, I need to get a little more organized with my old media.
Great vid like ever, I've enjoyed your the memories and the growin learning experience but now talking about the meal: have open my heart when saw the "De Cecco", it's one of top 5 italian pasta, perfect cooking, served like a pro chef, delicious and if you put Parmigiano over like are snowing can call italian citizen!!! 🤩
Pasta is life!!! 😊
great vid as always, watching from Australia
Thanks for watching!
All of your videos are good and fun, but I have to say this one hit me right on several fronts. Cheers!
Thank you so much!
Another awesome video brother! Love the format!!
Thank you brother, excited about our upcoming trip!
I love that Regena is coming out to play with you now. There's hope for my wife after all! 🙂
I'm so thankfully she is enjoying being on the trails and I hope she inspires others spouses to get out and explore!
Take the wife up top of the world trail. My wife had her doubts. I went to EJS 5 days before her to “get it out of my system” lol. She flew out and that was the last trail I had to check off. Couldn’t go to Moab without going up there again. Pretty sure I passed brad in the red Jeep on 128 on our way back to town matter of fact. Then spent a day checking out the parks with her and took a trip monument valley and the 4 corners. Also checked out valley of the gods. I can say for sure she gets it now. On the ride home she was asking when and where we’re going jeeping next lol.
That's so great to hear, I hope you both have many great adventures together! Valley of the Gods in on my to-do list!
@@TrailRecon It’s just a gravel road loop with some pretty scenery and camp spots. I wouldn’t make a special trip just to see it but if driving by it would be a awesome place to camp for a night. Do wish the sites were a bit off the road path for privacy. More of like a campground experience with much better scenery.
What map layers do you use on your Gaia? Always trying to find the best way to arrange the map layers.
I use a few, but generally I'm just using the base Gaia layer and NatGeo Trails layer over the top.
Great video. Enjoyed the scenery and the food looked good! Ok, sore subject. What kind of mileage are you getting on the 392 as a daily driver and when your off roading?
Thanks! Honestly, the 392 has been pretty respectable, 15-16 on the highway, and on the trail I'm getting around 10-11. Not great, but that's better than the JK gets.
Love the videos of you bread with your partner Reginald.
Most important lesson for me was SXM channel 26. I didn't know I had that.😮
Thanks Regina!
😂 No problem! 👍
BREATHTAKING BEAUTY COLORS VIEWS SCENERY VIDEO 📹 LANDSCAPE WEATHER & THE MAIN THING FAMILY TIME ! GORGEOUS STOPPING SPOT FOR LUNCH ! MAYBE THE SPRING FLOWS CERTAIN TIME OF THE YEAR WHEN THE WATER TABLE 💧 IS HIGHER ? IT'S ABOUT THE ADVENTURE & MEMORIES ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 THANK YOU 🙏 GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS 🙏
Brad please tell me that you got to drive the Wrangler Overlook Concept and did a video on it for some reason that concept is by far the one that I want to become reality the most.
I did a short segment on the Overlook Concept when I was at SEMA last year, its a great vehicle. This year our schedule was thrown off a bit and we didn't get to drive all the concepts.
As always terrific video. Number one is listen to Regina. Slow down and smell the coffee. :-) I agree wholeheartedly on a positive mental outlook, makes a huge difference not only in yourself but those around you.
Time goes way too fast. I retired way back in 1996, where does the time go?
You guys are just TOO awesome! Can I be y’all’s adopted son?? Lol!! Great content as always!
i stumbled on your channel a few months ago and i enjoy the content . you get 2 thumbs up .... on a diff subject , what do you think that 4xe wrangler mpg is on oem suspension ( not too moded ) mostly on concrete ??? i know y'all all about the adventures but i just need a daily . tia
Welcome to the channel and thank you!
We’ll just ordered a 392 in silver two weeks ago, I couldn’t pass up 7% below invoice. If you had the diesel but love the 392 I guess I will too.
You're going to love the 392!
Great video, love how you went back to how things started for you exploring and the lessons learned alone the way. This was a refreshing video away from "look at this new gear" , love my gear stuff ,but we have lost some perspective of when things where simple and why we wanted to do this in the first place, thxs Brad for returning our focus.
That was a good video Brad! The upbeat happy music and Regina with her food segment. I could definitely see you all enjoying each other while doing something you love to do in the great built jeeps. I hope that 392 stays around. Thank you.
Three strikes but still a great day with family, can't be beat.
Great video! So enjoyable to watch, and so cool that your wife is with you on these trips now! (and your son when available!) I really enjoy her cooking. We ranch in Oklahoma, however, my wife and I spend the summers in South Fork, Colorado, and are always looking for quick and easy meal to cook while we are on the trails with our Rubicon. IMHO…Your hard work, humbleness and positive attitude are what makes your videos so successful. Thanks!
Thank you! I love being able to get out on the trail with Brad, especially when any of our boys get to join us. I am a huge fan of quick and easy meals. Probably from my days of working full-time and raising three boys with a husband who was often deployed when quick and easy meant saving time and sanity! 😄
I think that is truly one of the problems in overlanding, we get so gear oriented in the newest and greatest. That isn't necessarily a problem if you enjoy and nerd out on the gear but don't let it hold you back from going on trips and enjoying the gear you already have. Its awesome to see how far you have come and grown and to see your channel go from a few subscribers to over 484,000 is insane!!!! Love it!
Your video was great. The gate has been locked for 25 years it’s a bummer because it would be a great loop. Brad did you know that a plane crash on Palomar Mountain that had an atomic bomb on it?
Oh man, I had no idea about the plan crash, thank you for sharing that. I just spent 30 minutes researching that and I didn't see any reference to a bomb, but 12 service members lost their lives when a fighter jet and bomber crashed up there the week before the D-day invasion, so it wasn't a big headline. Looks like there is a memorial on private property up there now. I'll have to see if I can go back and request access.
Awesome video. Can you list the trail name in your title? This way we know the rating
Thanks! Video titles are an interesting animal to navigate on TH-cam, I'll be putting together a playlist with all the trails, we'll have them on our website and another special project we are working on that will help you find them.
I am like you in that I slow down and look at things more. I even stop at the hiway historical markers . (lol )
Thanks for the Gaia discount, just what I was looking for - done!
Regina hit the nail on the head!
get out of your comfort zone do something and enjoy my wife and I had started in these videos are very inspiring thanks guys, keep up the great work.
Thank you! 😊
Hugs 🤗 you can do it. I know you can 🤠 nice relaxing video thank you 👍
Enjoyed the family time. Seems Regina enjoys driving the 392. I would also.
Thank you! Yes, I think she's secretly in love with it!
We have done that trail a couple of times but the opposite direction then you did. The first time we did it there was a person manning the tower and we were lucky enough to be able to go up and have a tour of it and check out the amazing view. Great trail close to home for us. Once again another great video.
I enjoy running trails in the opposite direction, ads a different twist to them. Maybe when we go next time we'll do that and fingers crossed we'll be lucky like you and the tower will be open!
Hey! I was there Last weekend. Got there just after sunset and stayed at the paved lot until just after midnight to watch the full moon.
A great place to star gaze!
Hi, I just joined but have been following your you tube channel a while. Keep up the great work you do for us. Your information is awesome. Thanks again and always looking forward for your next video.
Thank you for the support, it's greatly appreciated!
I think I can safely say that the 392 hast the best stock exhaust note of any Jeep. I love the scenery it’s so different from here in Ontario Canada. I’d love to bring my gladiator here. You may have made a video on this in the past and I’m relatively new to the channel, but what do you look for in a suitable camping spot?
You should plan a trip, the Gladiator is a great overland/road trip truck! I'm not picky about camping spots, generally I just want something flat, can accommodate at least 2 vehicle and some protection from the elements. Time distance on my trips usually dictates what camping spots I select.
Nice to see you revisit and reflect on that trail. Glad to see Regina more involved in the channel aswell. Maybe a good question for your next Q/A.. are you still planning on visiting all 50 states? Also when's the Cherokee video introduction/walk around coming? Keep up the good work!
Thank you! Yes, all 50 states are on the table, it's just going to take us a bit, but we'll be venturing out of state shortly. I just got the Cherokee back up and running... finally! A few more details and I'll get it out and shoot a video.
I agree, I have been waiting a couple years to see that Alaska trip!! Love the content Brad
Trail Recon video and a cup of strong coffee on a beautiful Sunday morning. Outstanding views on your family adventure and some PMA reminders that we all need.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences with us.
I would wager that mac and cheese was delicious. Thick cut bacon FTW!
So glad we could be part of your Sunday morning and cup of coffee! Yes, the Mac and Cheese was soooo good!
Love it man. Beautiful Jeeps...I've got a 392 as well, but that JK 😍 Love Regena's confidence on camera! You can really tell you guys are just out there having fun!
Thank you!
It is always interesting to revisit a trail and not only see how it has changed but also how your initial perspective of it changed as well. We have a couple of trails that we want to redo because they were fun and also doing them in a different season will change their scenery. Jordan... Pay attention to Mom. It is a shelf road... 2 hands on the wheel, eyes on the road... yeah, all the mom safety things. LOL Until next time... Travel safe.
Agree, trails change over time, so you never know what you might get. It's also fun sometimes to just go do a trail in the opposite direction, can be a completely different experience.
Does Regena drain the water from the pasta before adding the cheese and other ingredients?
Nope! I cook it in chicken broth, which adds flavor to the recipe. I add enough broth to not quite cover the pasta, which thickens slightly as the pasta cooks. I keep a little extra broth (or water) on hand in case the liquid cooks off too fast or too much. 😄
@@regenakowitz Thanks! Looks yummy. I will try it.
Regena! Thank you for that twist on Mac n cheese. I am saving this episode to use that recipe later. Brad, always love the content & thank you for sharing your wisdom & time with your family.
12:04 is one of the secrets to a happy life. Well said Brad.
100% A positive attitude will get you far in life!
The lunch looked wonderful 😋.
Was that a 'Feng at 13:18?
More Regina content! She is awesome. Love the video!
Great videos. You mentioned you retired from the Military. Navy? I was in the Army for 26 years. Retired in 03. Looking forward to retire again and hit the trails. Do you think a 23 Chevy 2500, 4X4 diesel could make it on the trails? I still need to get it upgraded for back country camping, but looking forward to hitting all the National Parks and a lot of State Parks.
By the way this the area I grew up and still hope to explore more.
Just FYI, even if you can't drive up to the look out you can always walk up. Many hikers do. it is a fairly short walk up from the road.
So right Brad, attitude is everything! In everything in life we do! I have always told my two sons this ever since they were young.
Palomar Divide is my next day outing. Looks like you all did this on Friday when the wind was up. I went solo out to Blair Valley and then up to the S22 and dropped into Grapevine Canyon, Yaqui Wells Rd, then up to Anza Borrego so I could get a patch of the state park. Never even aired down.
Be careful out there. The rattlers are starting to come out of their dens. I just about stepped on one as I was checking out a view. Little bugger was just sitting there warming up in the sun.
BTW, to dispersed camp in Cleveland NF, you have to call the ranger district office and get a free overnight permit. They will email it to you...each peasy. You could also stop at the office to get one. No open fires, unfortunately.
I made that mac and cheese for my family for dinner at home. I'm not really a mac and cheese kind of guy but....WOWZA! Bacon is a game changer. Why didn't I think of that before? I put mine on a bed of baby spinach and added some fresh cracked pepper and a dash of hot red pepper flake. YUMMY! Thanks Regena!
Built a ton of guzzlers, for chuckers, (and whatever else needs a drink) out in the west desert, past Delta Utah with my ole man and his group when i was young. Was always awesome to go back out, and see some one had destroyed them, for fun.
So, we set them all back up, shake our heads, and move on.
Love the new videos with Regina!!! Trail Recon is one of my favorite TH-cam channels. But as a woman it’s nice having a woman’s perspective on overlanding! Keep making awesome videos!
Thank you! I'm learning as I go but it's definitely fun!
Brad, just curious, I haven't heard you compare your new 392 to the 3.0 diesel. I'm seriously considering trading my jk in on a diesel. Any advice, warnings or tips??
Great video; especially since I have family living in the Ramona, CA area. But... I noticed that Regina was driving Your Jeep. There are still a brave few who are driving 2-door Jeeps ... as is Regina.
Great video as always. Great pair of Wranglers. Great Peeps! Love you guys!!!
…”Don’t wait till you have all the gear. Just go.” You mean I don’t have to get a 392 first??? 😂🤣😂
Thank you!
LOL! 392 not required, but you're have fun some extra if you do grab the keys to one!
Great content, great trip. As always, Brad.
Now that I saw. I don't think Netflix is going to sponsor you anytime soon. 😅
Thank you so much!
I appreciate you talking about positive attitudes. I get caught up in bad ones when I need to do maintenance or if something breaks and doesn't go my way. It's nice to get a reminder every once and a while. Try to stay positive at home and on the trail!
I hear ya, I'm constantly having to check myself when projects in the garage don't go smooth... which seems to be often.
Gotta love the paranoia after a trip with any new rattles or squeaks you think you hear.
Haha..your wife enjoys HER TOY the 392 driveing off road looks like..good video with the family though & many more stay safe all of you till the next time
Super cool!
Brad, you've got it made! If Marco's not cooking for you your wife is. It's amazing that you're not 300 pounds!
awesome video, i will probably do this one as well. I live in Oceanside as well. Are the any trails in the county that you think are a half step above this one in terms of difficulty? I have a gen 2 Tacoma and am not exactly trying to rock crawl, but through work i drive dirt roads all day. Would love some insight in to any cool spots that you would recommend checking out.
Are there a lot of turn outs to pass? Thanks for the video My wife and I are new to overlanding and live in Escondido. we just bought a 4x4 Tacoma and want to start some adventures!!
I'm thinking it's time for me to stop waiting on friends, and family ,and just head out! I'm in the mid-west so I do have a little farther to go to see any good trails,but what the heck. I 'm out!!!!
I love watching these. Any chance in the near future you can find/make a point out of showing rigs that aren’t Rubicon or top tier trim levels more often? I know it’s cool seeing these built out bad boys but don’t forget about us poor/base trim folk!
I've always said it's fun to build up a vehicle, but you don't need much to go out and explore. Sorry, these are the vehicles I own.
@@TrailRecon no no that’s great! I just mean when you go with a large group or if you see folks running with some stock stuff, it would be great to see how entry level can do it too. Tips and tricks, advice on how they make it work. Your rigs are great, I love them! Something I hope to build up to one day!
Was thinking boy that jeep sounds good. Then realized it was the 392. (Of course it does)
LOL! I'm loving the 392 tone, maybe someday the JK will sound that good!
@@TrailRecon Had the first year of the 392 in my 2011 Challenger GWE Always thought that was a great sounding engine! So glad the stuffed one in a Wrangler.
Love the Content. You talk a lot about airing down and airing up. Can you talk about when you might disconnect your sway bars?
I noticed that Regena snagged the 392! Does she have the “need for speed?” 🏁😂
Oh ya, she does!
Having been on some roads like what you were on that I never seen any turn outs what do you do? Back up the road for 2 or 3 miles to let someone by?
Gotta say Brad I am very jealous of the trails you have, especially for being in California. Its unfortunate that not all areas have such great access to off road enjoyment.
First! I appreciate this video man, we all know you’re well experienced and your advice is valuable greatly!
Thank you, I really appreciate that!
I love so much how involved you both are in your videos. Seriously the best off-road channel I follow. Much love you guys! Enjoy your adventures!
Thank you so much! ☺
We need Power Wagon videos….
That is amazing views, Off Road, Camping, Cooking .....Jeep is Amazing
So great you finally made it back there. Digging the exhaust tone!
The exhaust not just brings a smile to my face every time!
So access to the west side of the mountain is blocked? Would be cool to do an up-and-over but sounds like that’s a no-go.
brad, we're not sitting on our couch watching Netflix. we're on our couch watching trail recon. 😂
Will you share your tracks?
It is cool idea to share your track. It will giwe a chance to followers drive the same road as in a video!
Can anyone tell me why 40s are sort of the limit for Jeeps in the US? Why not run 44s?
Love the video and comparisons from before to now, always great content. Interesting about Palomar, how does the fire road portion of that trail compare to Otay Mountain? I have some newbies who are a bit afraid of driving on the side of a cliff with larger vehicles like a Tacoma & RAM at Otay, is Palomar similar in that regard?
Thank you! I haven't been up to Otay in a long time, but if I recall Palomar is similar terrain, just higher in elevation. There are a few sections that are narrow, but honestly you could easily drive a full size truck on the Palomar trail.
@@TrailRecon Awesome, thanks for taking the time to give me that info!
I wish you were based closer to the northeast, would love to see what (few) trail options there are up here while I prepare to buy a gladiator
Survival school use to be in that area😎. I think.
1960’s
Love Reginas advice and that Macncheese oh my god . I’m drooling here lol great vid !