I travelled this road in 1997 with my wife. Loved Ouray, thru to Ridgway and SS West to Placerville, Dolores, Cortez into Mesa Verde to camp. The most amazing scenery we had ever experienced. Love the South West.
I've never been in asemi ever until I rode with you on this trip. What an experience, beautiful scenery and equally dangerous. Thanks for the ride. New subscriber also.
AMEN. I am not a trucker,but, I APPRECIATE them. People must remember,give them a break. Pay attention to their turn signals and let them have your lane.....Most of all, DO NOT hit your brakes hard when a trucker is behind you. Trucks CANNOT stop like cars.......I taught all these "rules" to my kids when they were learning to drive.
Love riding shotgun with this polite, knowledgeable, humorous, teacher behind the wheel. Much respect to the store bringing pathfinders who haul for us all
If you mean die of starvation, you are correct, sir. But when Commies are in charge, the first thing they do is attack food manufacturing and distribution.
Thank you for your videos. My dad wanted to go to Colorado especially for this area and he had me drive - I had never driven in the mountains, we live in Oklahoma. Driving this highway was beyond scary. I couldn't have done it if he hadn't been next to me saying you can do it, you can do it,It made him so happy to see this part of Colorado, he was killed on a tractor two years later; I am so happy I was able to do that for him. Now, thanks to you I finally get to see what I drove through. Even after all these years, I can close my eyes and see those hairpin curves.
Appreciate your service...but on such a beautiful Hwy, I’d hate to see the back of a truck, even if going the speed limit. And I’m from Texas and pull to the shoulder anytime I’m holding up traffic. But sat here watching you drive for several hours. Like the banter, like the tips and hints, like the temps & mph ‘s and the beauty of the road....even though I puckered upon occasion.😊
I live in Colorado and spend time in the San Juan Mountains and Ridgway State Park a couple times a year. This video is a classic, make no mistake, but you need C. W. McCall playing in the cab for a soundtrack. Don't worry about the cars behind you because they are better off for slowing down and taking in the scenery. The traffic runs in clumps all day long. This is where John Wayne filmed True Grit and other movies, so you're not that far from Hollywood.
I drove this route twice not knowing what I was in for, pickup truck with gooseneck stock trailer, watching this video still makes my b**lls want to crawl back up to their point of origin.😱 😳😬🥺😖
Thank you for sharing. I remember riding with Dad & Mom in the middle of the winter. Dad worked in Silverton year around for several years. We lived in Fruita, Co. Great Grandpa & Grandpa helped build the Million Dollar Highway. Got the semi stuck in the tunnel once. Had to let air out of the tires to get unstuck. Grandpa used to drive from Grand Junction to White Sands during WWII. He got a special award for helping during WWII.
We drove from Durango to Telluride and my wife freaked and that was northbound. Going back (south) a few days later she screamed most of the way to Silverton. (was driving a 32' motor home -- LOL).
FINALLY, FINALLY, we have an 'on the road' video that isn't time lapse. This is so refreshing to see. Some on the road videos are sped up so fast you can't see the scenery. You are one heck of a driver/video creator. It is a pleasure to watch this video, I'm really enjoying this experience. I'll definitely check out your other videos.
Your comment is so on point and I agree totally with what you say. It is like we are in the truck with him in the passenger seat. That is the mark of a truly great video creator. I've seen a few good ones in the virtual trucking aspect playing American Truck Simulator, but Riding Shotgun is the best that I've seen of IRL truckers OTR videos..
I have 40 years experience driving canadian rockies, but I would sure love to try those hairpin turns you have! Man you've got my 40 years beat dude. Yes I use to always practise my skills, like where my trailer follows if I'm turning this much, or any skill. Just makes me a better driver, takes practise like a fiddle. Now I'm retired just over 60, I use to read the road and know where my tires get the best traction in the snow. Love how you handle the road, stay safe brother and keep them coming.
Funny story ! Today I was grocery shopping at a small store in the Denver area. Was talking trucks with an employee, happened to be your ex wife Gwen. Lol !
It's neat the way he talks to us like we were sitting in the passenger seat listening to him talk to us and the camera is like it is shown through our own eyes even though we are sitting at home. I can almost feel every bump along with "Riding Shotgun". That is why I'm checking out all of his videos.
Wow! I had to pull over and have a drink! Change my shorts & get a new chair. I'll finish watching it later. Add a little snow or rain and it would cause heart problems!
Thanks a lot, I can live my dream through your eyes, I love this type of scenery a lot, I so much wanted to become long haul truck driver, then on my 18th birthday 22 yrs ago (yes I turned 40 on june 27), right when I was to begin driving lessons, I've learned that because of my eyes, I would never ever have a driving license for even a basic car, I so much wanted to die when I realized that my biggest dream was crushed and that I would never be in a truck driving seat. I'm far from blind, but I don't see correctly on the sides, I could have a driving license for a scooter or anything that won't go faster than 37mph, but I've decided against it, I wouldn't feel safe on the road. At least, I can drive all the virtual trucks I want in American Truck Simulator and Euro-Truck Simulator 2 on truckersmp.com
YOU TRUCKERS ARE IN GENERAL, THE ROYALTY OF THE HIGHWAY. WE ALL OWE OUR LIVES AND SUPPLIES DELIVERED SAFELY, TO YOU DEAR TRUCKERS!!! THANK YOU FOR TAKING US ALONG. BEAUTIFUL, TREACHEROUS COUNTRY. WE ALL OWE YOU A VERY HUGE AND GRATEFUL, THANK YOU!!!
OMG you had my nerves going I couldn't stop watching yet I loved it thank you so much you always have beautiful videos I didn't want it to end I have never seen such a beautiful place yet scary. You are an amazing driver keep up the good work your videos are awesome.
My Uncle was an Independent, he was carrying a load of swinging beef... Going through the mountains they said he must of miss judged a turn and he went over he was 47 my Aunt used give him a hard time because he hauled logs and he had to get loaded and unloaded so he drove a little faster than he should... So, he moved on to SAFER other loads... Like he told me there is NO safe loads... There is only safe drivers... So good on you driver... You woke up some great memories... Thank You...!!
Love your videos, but sometimes have to close my eyes when there is no guard rail and I can see the drop on the side of the mountain - I know, silly, but I can't help and hit the imaginary brake now and then. Keep on trucking and keep taking us with you.
I can't wait to see the conclusion of this video. Man i had butterflies all in my stomach from the tight turns to looking down below the mountain base. Great skills and a awesome view. Looking for some more fanatic video views to come. Thank you Mr. Riding Shotgun. Happy Father's Day to you. Also i have just finished watching all 3 of those from start to finish.
The last time I went over red mountain there was a crazy rain storm and the road was closed due to a Mud slide right before the tunnel. Thanks for the ride Mike. Have a great night.
It can happen, it is not a tunnel, it is an avalanche shed. It keeps avalanches from closing the road. I guess it does not work so well for mud slides.
Good driving Mike! I drove my 2500 dodge ram pulling a 24 foot pull behind trailer over the 10,948 foot Beartooth pass, Wyoming. I can prove it as I still have my wife's left hand fingernail prints above my right knee cap.
I live in central Manitoba Canada where it is mainly flat. Watching you drive this crazy ass road was great. Shows your skills as a trucker. Stay safe and keep up the good work on the videos.
We have ridden this on a motorcycle in the early 1980"s and drove it just last week in our SUV. I have the utmost respect for you and the other truck drivers that make this trip.
A driving job like that on that highway you deserve a million dollars plus. Good job. Been watching your videos for some time now and you are one of the best I can say that.
I've driven US 550 from Silverton to Ouray several times, even in winter to go skiing at U.S. Basin, at the top of Red Mountain Pass. It is not easy, even for a 4-wheeler.
@@everettnichols9062 That's true. But often it is good to just turn out to the side some seconds to get rid of vehicles that are licking your ass mile after mile, even if one drive the speed limit or whatever speed.
@@Rimrock300 Agreed, but then there are those Aholes who will pass you when driving the speed limit only to slow down below the limit! Explain that if you can?
There are two sides to that coin but, by and large, the underlying mentality today is "all about me", regardless of which side of the coin. That is what's truly sad...
Colorado, the final frontier. These are the continuing voyages of Mountain Man Mike. His five year mission : to explore strange beautiful worlds. To boldly go where no semi has gone before! (with new tires thank God)
While performing tech services during the relining of the Bear Creek Tunnel I was parked on the left side at approximately 26:45 when a semi with flatbed trailers loaded with sod lost his brakes coming down the grade. the driver undid his seat belt and put his rig into the side of the rocks rather then go over the high side. I ran over to the cab and pulled him down and had to force him to lie Down. He was beat up from bouncing around in the cab and went into shock. The aid vehicle arrived very fast and he was brought Around quickly. I believe the quick response saved his life. The relining of the tunnel with waterproof shotcrete was done to prevent leaks.
I drove this pass also known as the million dollar highway about 4 years ago. I left the silver ton store at 4am just to find out there was 4 inches of snow up top on the road. No plows had been out. Took me literally 3:45 minutes to make the pass into ouray. Definitely made my no return list. Btw I was in a 2016 kw t680 10speed. Pulling a 53foot spread axle. Beautiful run but not when it solid white.
Dear Mike, Happy Father's Day. This is one of the best videos. My father was a trucker, your skills and competencies bring me memories of my father. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart, stay safe and be well.
Just found your channel. Thank you for your experience and respect in performing your trade. Most of all we really love the scenery your videos provide. One day we will flee the cornfields of Indiana and go for a drive.
That is a beautiful driver to take. You handled that with ease. Due to your professionalism/ duty towards safety. The only thing I know harder than Red Mountain Pass. Is driving Red Mountain Pass at night. Before it was fully paved it. Keep doing what you're doing bee safe and keep the dirty side down.
Trucking companies are going out of business because of high insurance costs. People that sue trucking companies have been awarded in excess of $10 million. Mike, use your senior position at Quality Logistics to propose that trucking companies get lobbyists to encourage Congress to put a cap of $1 million on any lawsuit against any trucking company. People driving trucks have unintentional accidents and should not have to pay excessive insurance that bankrupts the company.
I couldn't enjoy any scenery up there if I was driving (even if I wasn't driving). I'd have my eyes on the road every second!😳 Too many opportunities to go over the edge!😳
this is an amazing Mountain video. Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you so much for posting this video for us to see. Love the channel, and can't wait to see more Adventures
I see what you mean about dont go there if you're a rookie.. i'm grasping my armchair and bracing on each corner just watching.. no barriers.. no run off.. yeah.. few inches placed wrong and yer done....
First time going though there with a truck, left at night didn't expect snow and ice the whole way. Watching this let's me see what I wish I didn't see 🙃
Mike, thanks for the memories. I lived in Ouray for 30 years until 2008. Of course it's changed a lot since I first got there on my motorcycle. I am now at 83, a very happy old lady with lots of good memories.
I’m glad we are able to ride along with you but some of the crooks and treacherous roads was about scare the crap out of me. Truckers that drive into these areas need top pay! Great video!
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I travelled this road in 1997 with my wife. Loved Ouray, thru to Ridgway and SS West to Placerville, Dolores, Cortez into Mesa Verde to camp. The most amazing scenery we had ever experienced. Love the South West.
I've never been in asemi ever until I rode with you on this trip. What an experience, beautiful scenery and equally dangerous. Thanks for the ride. New subscriber also.
Truck drivers are ESSENTIAL to our economy.... without them America will freeze to its knees...
AMEN. I am not a trucker,but, I APPRECIATE them. People must remember,give them a break. Pay attention to their turn signals and let them have your lane.....Most of all, DO NOT hit your brakes hard when a trucker is behind you. Trucks CANNOT stop like cars.......I taught all these "rules" to my kids when they were learning to drive.
Love riding shotgun with this polite, knowledgeable, humorous, teacher behind the wheel. Much respect to the store bringing pathfinders who haul for us all
No without China we would freeze to our knees
If you mean die of starvation, you are correct, sir. But when Commies are in charge, the first thing they do is attack food manufacturing and distribution.
Thank you for your videos. My dad wanted to go to Colorado especially for this area and he had me drive - I had never driven in the mountains, we live in Oklahoma. Driving this highway was beyond scary. I couldn't have done it if he hadn't been next to me saying you can do it, you can do it,It made him so happy to see this part of Colorado, he was killed on a tractor two years later; I am so happy I was able to do that for him.
Now, thanks to you I finally get to see what I drove through. Even after all these years, I can close my eyes and see those hairpin curves.
this gut is a pro driver for sure .........I drove there with my chevy equinox last month and I was terrified....................but it is gorgeous
Good day to a pro. May peace be with you and safety ride along beside you.
Was a bright and beautiful sunny day, it would not have been a pleasant drive through a dark thunderstorm for me anyways great video
Mike, .....Happy Fathers Day..... hope your home with Kids .... have a great day.
Appreciate your service...but on such a beautiful Hwy, I’d hate to see the back of a truck, even if going the speed limit. And I’m from Texas and pull to the shoulder anytime I’m holding up traffic. But sat here watching you drive for several hours. Like the banter, like the tips and hints, like the temps & mph ‘s and the beauty of the road....even though I puckered upon occasion.😊
I live in Colorado and spend time in the San Juan Mountains and Ridgway State Park a couple times a year. This video is a classic, make no mistake, but you need C. W. McCall playing in the cab for a soundtrack. Don't worry about the cars behind you because they are better off for slowing down and taking in the scenery. The traffic runs in clumps all day long. This is where John Wayne filmed True Grit and other movies, so you're not that far from Hollywood.
I drove this route twice not knowing what I was in for, pickup truck with gooseneck stock trailer, watching this video still makes my b**lls want to crawl back up to their point of origin.😱 😳😬🥺😖
Do not wanna lose a steer tire on that road!
I don't think you can ride the brake there can you without them getting too warm or catching fire can you?
Thank you for sharing. I remember riding with Dad & Mom in the middle of the winter. Dad worked in Silverton year around for several years. We lived in Fruita, Co. Great Grandpa & Grandpa helped build the Million Dollar Highway. Got the semi stuck in the tunnel once. Had to let air out of the tires to get unstuck. Grandpa used to drive from Grand Junction to White Sands during WWII. He got a special award for helping during WWII.
I have driven this road many.many times, can't imaging driving it in a large rig with a trailer. It would separate the man from the boys.
We drove from Durango to Telluride and my wife freaked and that was northbound. Going back (south) a few days later she screamed most of the way to Silverton. (was driving a 32' motor home -- LOL).
FINALLY, FINALLY, we have an 'on the road' video that isn't time lapse. This is so refreshing to see. Some on the road videos are sped up so fast you can't see the scenery. You are one heck of a driver/video creator. It is a pleasure to watch this video, I'm really enjoying this experience. I'll definitely check out your other videos.
Hope everybody appreciates seeing your skill Mike. If they know what you are up against, maybe they'll wise up more. PEACE.
Your comment is so on point and I agree totally with what you say. It is like we are in the truck with him in the passenger seat. That is the mark of a truly great video creator. I've seen a few good ones in the virtual trucking aspect playing American Truck Simulator, but Riding Shotgun is the best that I've seen of IRL truckers OTR videos..
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Shut up jim
I have 40 years experience driving canadian rockies, but I would sure love to try those hairpin turns you have! Man you've got my 40 years beat dude. Yes I use to always practise my skills, like where my trailer follows if I'm turning this much, or any skill. Just makes me a better driver, takes practise like a fiddle. Now I'm retired just over 60, I use to read the road and know where my tires get the best traction in the snow. Love how you handle the road, stay safe brother and keep them coming.
Colorado is too beautiful not to see, and too precious to abandon.
Von Mises
Funny story ! Today I was grocery shopping at a small store in the Denver area. Was talking trucks with an employee, happened to be your ex wife Gwen. Lol !
Lord knows I love your mountain runs, tks for the ride, love the scenery
It's neat the way he talks to us like we were sitting in the passenger seat listening to him talk to us and the camera is like it is shown through our own eyes even though we are sitting at home. I can almost feel every bump along with "Riding Shotgun". That is why I'm checking out all of his videos.
Wow! I had to pull over and have a drink! Change my shorts & get a new chair. I'll finish watching it later. Add a little snow or rain and it would cause heart problems!
Thanks a lot, I can live my dream through your eyes, I love this type of scenery a lot, I so much wanted to become long haul truck driver, then on my 18th birthday 22 yrs ago (yes I turned 40 on june 27), right when I was to begin driving lessons, I've learned that because of my eyes, I would never ever have a driving license for even a basic car, I so much wanted to die when I realized that my biggest dream was crushed and that I would never be in a truck driving seat. I'm far from blind, but I don't see correctly on the sides, I could have a driving license for a scooter or anything that won't go faster than 37mph, but I've decided against it, I wouldn't feel safe on the road. At least, I can drive all the virtual trucks I want in American Truck Simulator and Euro-Truck Simulator 2 on truckersmp.com
I was never so scared as the first time I stumbled on Red Mountain Pass and found that I could not turn around.
Too scary. I think a few times I forgot to breathe. Yikes.
YOU TRUCKERS ARE IN GENERAL, THE ROYALTY OF THE HIGHWAY. WE ALL OWE OUR LIVES AND SUPPLIES DELIVERED SAFELY, TO YOU DEAR TRUCKERS!!! THANK YOU FOR TAKING US ALONG. BEAUTIFUL, TREACHEROUS COUNTRY. WE ALL OWE YOU A VERY HUGE AND GRATEFUL, THANK YOU!!!
OMG you had my nerves going I couldn't stop watching yet I loved it thank you so much you always have beautiful videos I didn't want it to end I have never seen such a beautiful place yet scary. You are an amazing driver keep up the good work your videos are awesome.
My Uncle was an Independent, he was carrying a load of swinging beef... Going through the mountains they said he must of miss judged a turn and he went over he was 47 my Aunt used give him a hard time because he hauled logs and he had to get loaded and unloaded so he drove a little faster than he should... So, he moved on to SAFER other loads... Like he told me there is NO safe loads... There is only safe drivers... So good on you driver... You woke up some great memories... Thank You...!!
If I were a truck driver, I would drive exactly as you do. You're a great and safe driver!
I love Red Mountain Pass! That was the best, Thankyou. ✌
Just finished watching both halves of the Million Dollar run - I'm exhausted. THANKS!
Mike would love to see the inside of your truck
Love your videos, but sometimes have to close my eyes when there is no guard rail and I can see the drop on the side of the mountain - I know, silly, but I can't help and hit the imaginary brake now and then. Keep on trucking and keep taking us with you.
beautiful and scary
Shoot watching you go down made my heart pound 100mph! Lol
I can't wait to see the conclusion of this video. Man i had butterflies all in my stomach from the tight turns to looking down below the mountain base. Great skills and a awesome
view. Looking for some more fanatic video views to come. Thank you Mr. Riding Shotgun. Happy Father's Day to you. Also i have just finished watching all 3 of those from start to finish.
Thank you for having us as your co pilot... it's always a beautiful senic route everytime you drive through the mountains... thank you...
Watching this is more exciting than most of the crap shows they play on tv !
Great driving brother 👊
Beautiful beautiful scenery
Almost NO guardrails ‼️Dangerous road, even for cars❗️Great Video, thanks for taking us along👍
Guard rails should all be removed. Snow piles up drifts. They shade roads making ice . 2 wide loads meeting rails on both sides white knuckle it
I sometime become dizzy watch you go around the sharp carves.
Wow thanks for sharing ,the scenery was amazing ,had my heart in my mouth a few times ,those edgers looked mighty close .
The last time I went over red mountain there was a crazy rain storm and the road was closed due to a Mud slide right before the tunnel. Thanks for the ride Mike. Have a great night.
It can happen, it is not a tunnel, it is an avalanche shed. It keeps avalanches from closing the road. I guess it does not work so well for mud slides.
Mike thanks for the ride, sure glad I was not in the truck with you because my breaks was not holding very well sitting here. That was AWESOME.
Good driving Mike! I drove my 2500 dodge ram pulling a 24 foot pull behind trailer over the 10,948 foot Beartooth pass, Wyoming. I can prove it as I still have my wife's left hand fingernail prints above my right knee cap.
Holy crap!! Man, one wrong mistake, and off you go, that takes a lot of concentration and nerves of steel. Good job sir.
I live in central Manitoba Canada where it is mainly flat. Watching you drive this crazy ass road was great. Shows your skills as a trucker. Stay safe and keep up the good work on the videos.
This made me nervous. I kept saying omg this is scary. Haaaa I found myself leaning towards the left. Awesome job. Not a place for a rookie
"White Knuckle Highway" Beautiful country, but wouldn't want to have to drive it on a daily basis. Safe travels Mountain Mike!
I'm 67 and my late dad was a trucker. When I was a kid, my dad took one of us kids with him. This reminds me if that precious memories. Keep it up
The scenery is so beautiful have you ever done this highway in the winter time? It's scary even in the spring and summertime
White knuckle driving in a four-wheeler let alone a semi. Awesome driving Mike.
Thank you love riding shot gun. It's been scary glad your driving. Its fun.
We have ridden this on a motorcycle in the early 1980"s and drove it just last week in our SUV. I have the utmost respect for you and the other truck drivers that make this trip.
Between Durango and Silverton.
Beauty.
HEEEEEEEEEERES JOHNNNNNY! Little shout out to The Shining...
awesome video...nerve racking for me...and i'm in my lounge chair...lol
A driving job like that on that highway you deserve a million dollars plus. Good job. Been watching your videos for some time now and you are one of the best I can say that.
This place was like a Bob ross painting ! Nice video!
I've driven US 550 from Silverton to Ouray several times, even in winter to go skiing at U.S. Basin, at the top of Red Mountain Pass. It is not easy, even for a 4-wheeler.
Thanks for the white knuckle ride..
I can never understand people driving slow for miles instead of just turning out to let other car pass.
If you're driving the Speed Limit, you're NOT driving slow!!!
Some people just can't stand to see anything ahead of them regardless of how fast they are driving!!!
@@everettnichols9062 That's true. But often it is good to just turn out to the side some seconds to get rid of vehicles that are licking your ass mile after mile, even if one drive the speed limit or whatever speed.
@@Rimrock300 Agreed, but then there are those Aholes who will pass you when driving the speed limit only to slow down below the limit! Explain that if you can?
There are two sides to that coin but, by and large, the underlying mentality today is "all about me", regardless of which side of the coin. That is what's truly sad...
Colorado, the final frontier. These are the continuing voyages of Mountain Man Mike. His five year mission : to explore strange beautiful worlds. To boldly go where no semi has gone before! (with new tires thank God)
The Force is with him.
Makes me hold my breath.. Thanks for all you do for those of us stuck at home! Keep safe. God Bless.
I'm going to come back later cuz I think I'm going to fall off that cliff on the right
NO WAY, NO How. NEVER!!! Kudos to you for what you do!
Your a gutsy guy but love going along with you in beautiful Colorado !!
Around these curves I am sitting on the edge of my seat. Beautiful country. The mountains are beautiful. Have a great day.
While performing tech services during the relining of the Bear Creek Tunnel I was parked on the left side at approximately 26:45 when a semi with flatbed trailers loaded with sod lost his brakes coming down the grade. the driver undid his seat belt and put his rig into the side of the rocks rather then go over the high side. I ran over to the cab and pulled him down and had to force him to lie
Down. He was beat up from bouncing around in the cab and went into shock. The aid vehicle arrived very fast and he was brought
Around quickly. I believe the quick response saved his life. The relining of the tunnel with waterproof shotcrete was done to prevent leaks.
You are so patient with other drivers! Thank you so much for sharing the road with us. I would not get to see these places otherwise.
Awesome drive! But man I sure had my 'cheeks' clinched on those parts where there was a straight drop off. The hair pins were cool
Anywhere we can donate so you can buy a 4k camera? These views deserve 4k videos!
I drove this pass also known as the million dollar highway about 4 years ago. I left the silver ton store at 4am just to find out there was 4 inches of snow up top on the road. No plows had been out. Took me literally 3:45 minutes to make the pass into ouray. Definitely made my no return list. Btw I was in a 2016 kw t680 10speed. Pulling a 53foot spread axle. Beautiful run but not when it solid white.
Dear Mike, Happy Father's Day. This is one of the best videos. My father was a trucker, your skills and competencies bring me memories of my father. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart, stay safe and be well.
Just found your channel. Thank you for your experience and respect in performing your trade. Most of all we really love the scenery your videos provide. One day we will flee the cornfields of Indiana and go for a drive.
Despite the beautiful scenery, I got white knuckles watching this. Lol. Thanks Mike.
We did Red Mountain Pass in our pickup not knowing anything about Red Mountain Pass and I will say this….NEvER EVER again! I was terrified
That was an AWESOME video...such BEAUTIFUL scenery!!
That is a beautiful driver to take. You handled that with ease. Due to your professionalism/ duty towards safety. The only thing I know harder than Red Mountain Pass. Is driving Red Mountain Pass at night. Before it was fully paved it. Keep doing what you're doing bee safe and keep the dirty side down.
Trucking companies are going out of business because of high insurance costs. People that sue trucking companies have been awarded in excess of $10 million. Mike, use your senior position at Quality Logistics to propose that trucking companies get lobbyists to encourage Congress to put a cap of $1 million on any lawsuit against any trucking company. People driving trucks have unintentional accidents and should not have to pay excessive insurance that bankrupts the company.
I couldn't enjoy any scenery up there if I was driving (even if I wasn't driving). I'd have my eyes on the road every second!😳 Too many opportunities to go over the edge!😳
this is an amazing Mountain video. Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you so much for posting this video for us to see. Love the channel, and can't wait to see more Adventures
Dude your insurance premium must be paid off LOL you pick the most dangerous highways to drive on. If you're not scared I am scared for you.
I see what you mean about dont go there if you're a rookie.. i'm grasping my armchair and bracing on each corner just watching.. no barriers.. no run off.. yeah.. few inches placed wrong and yer done....
I couldn’t stand doing hairpin roads or heights as a kid on vacations in Colorado! Beautiful state but… 😱😳🤢😂!
We travel through there yearly just for a drive.
I wouldn't give you 2 cents for this road. No guard rails, not enough turn offs, not enough land beyond the road, just a straight down drop!
White knuckle driving for me for sure ! I couldn’t wait for you to get back on a normal road ! That has to be shut down in winter I bet.
First time going though there with a truck, left at night didn't expect snow and ice the whole way. Watching this let's me see what I wish I didn't see 🙃
thank you for a beautiful road, this road looks like not for big truck.
i think, you are the best truck driver in usa.
Tell me you were a little scared on those narrow cliff side areas. Omg I was getting dizzy
Mike, thanks for the memories. I lived in Ouray for 30 years until 2008. Of course it's changed a lot since I first got there on my motorcycle. I am now at 83, a very happy old lady with lots of good memories.
HOLY $HIT KEEP YOUR EYE'$ ON THE ROAD....this channel is turning into Worlds Most Dangerous Roads.
@Ken Hofer KEN...F.O !
@Ken Hofer Shit is not Holy, how do you know that shit is not Holy?
I had anxiety all the way through this one - those drops are terrifying
LoL the camera makes it look like he's hailing ass for some reason
Your a damn good driver and what a beautiful state.
I’m glad we are able to ride along with you but some of the crooks and treacherous roads was about scare the crap out of me. Truckers that drive into these areas need top pay! Great video!
wow,,that ride would scare me in a big truck!! much respect!!!
I would be terrified of that drive! I cannot imagine driving a truck on that route.
Easy to see why it's called Million Dollar Hwy! I hitched along here in the mid-70s and enjoyed every Mile
Edward Kantor - Why no guard rails? Beautiful country - I'm exhausted also!