STEEL PASS IN A MINI VAN?!! Navigating One of the Desert's Toughest Trails in an Astro Van

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  • @itsdiane2you11
    @itsdiane2you11 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    7 days later...Mike's still 🔥
    "Thank you, Spielberg." 😂😂😂

    • @socasack
      @socasack ปีที่แล้ว +4

      7 days later and Wonderhussy is still 🔥

  • @mannybravo237
    @mannybravo237 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That ace fighter pilot tilted his wing in salute to you, Wonderhussy!
    I think he flew outa Beale AFB
    Astro was the great dane family dog of The Jetsons

  • @cellphonenut
    @cellphonenut ปีที่แล้ว +3

    No doubt this gentleman is the real deal 💯💯💪💪

  • @dronedruid153
    @dronedruid153 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cutest co-pilot ever!

  • @MikeJohnson-ld9rn
    @MikeJohnson-ld9rn ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I like the way Sarah asks Mike a question, then answers it before he can respond !

    • @Elhastezy888
      @Elhastezy888 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      🤣🤣 it never gets old

    • @apocyldoomer
      @apocyldoomer ปีที่แล้ว

      Sarah interrupts the people she meets incessantly, she’s very rude, she is so self absorbed, it’s all about Sarah, I dunno know how or why people put up with that, she would itch my temper and I would tell her to get lost, berating her about her hairy pits, and ruin her video!

    • @rinaticson390
      @rinaticson390 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My husband hates it , he says let him talk

    • @erichayes2890
      @erichayes2890 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah,...that's cute!!

  • @bbustin1747
    @bbustin1747 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Do a video of all the crazy Hollywood tales. That would be a good video 😉

  • @MrImaghost
    @MrImaghost ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Mike Z seems like a fun guy with a sense of humor, wish you guys found that bathtub that's filled with blue marbles.I'd really like to see that.

  • @speedbird3955
    @speedbird3955 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The approach angle of that van angle is amazing....... Astro manly van, man.

  • @backcountryoverland103
    @backcountryoverland103 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    20% vehicle, 80% driver !!! That's a great road to a good place. I really like the quietness of "the little one" surrounded by chain link.

  • @jeffpalmer5502
    @jeffpalmer5502 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The secrets out soft tires, works on ice and snow just as well. That was a fun video.

  • @DesertNebula
    @DesertNebula ปีที่แล้ว +6

    All Hail Mike's MINI VAN!!!!🏆

  • @larry785
    @larry785 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As they say on the CB Radio; "California: Home of the Fruits, Flakes, and Nuts!"

  • @richardrichard9953
    @richardrichard9953 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I lived in Hollyweird for two years from 1980 to 83. Loved it.

  • @franklinnorth7708
    @franklinnorth7708 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great Video, Sarah, reminds me of a day (1975) when a friend of mine who was into VW's, went off roading, we took a stock VW Bus up Tuna Canyon road on the coast, then proceeded up a goat track to the summit of the local mountain, At the summit, we surprised a Jeepster who was all proud about getting to the Summit. Stole his thunder big time.

  • @lauchieburton5592
    @lauchieburton5592 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video Sarah very exciting Mike is a very good off roader

  • @cellphonenut
    @cellphonenut ปีที่แล้ว +5

    He is absolutely right in the mountain biking sport. We always tell newbies to learn on a Hardtail instead of full suspension.

  • @underthetornado
    @underthetornado ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Fun. I lived in Hollywood for years. It's really a great place to live.

  • @PaganVegas
    @PaganVegas ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mike and Wonderhussy sittin’ in a tree! 😍🤪👍🏻

  • @bisleyblackhawk1288
    @bisleyblackhawk1288 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That co-pilot’s face sums everything up 🐶🐶🐶…y’all have a great time 👍👍👍

  • @johnscannell4189
    @johnscannell4189 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Now, THAT was fun! Thank you, Sarah!

  • @The_Fat_Bald_Trucker
    @The_Fat_Bald_Trucker ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *To Mike*
    Ha Ha!! We saw that sneaky little kiss that you threw in! Good job! Next time put it on the lips for those of us living vicariously through you! Pure Awesomeness!👍

  • @Hiker_who_Sews
    @Hiker_who_Sews ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks to all for giving me a glimpse of yet another place I love seeing, but will never go to.

  • @benevolentcaucasian
    @benevolentcaucasian ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It’s not a minivan… it’s a MAN-e-van! Damn good driving Mike! Nice videography WH!!!

  • @2023Red
    @2023Red ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was a very nice video. I cannot imagine doing those things myself!

  • @jteddy11
    @jteddy11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think this was my favorite WH episode

  • @theninja001
    @theninja001 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    13:26, just before the sharp left up the hill where the Astro Van got a coolant bubble, you walk up the wash around the corner, and there is the bathtub.

    • @Capesolitude
      @Capesolitude ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yup, 13:26 looks about right. Sorry you missed it Sara.

    • @InSurrealtime
      @InSurrealtime ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, she got a bad pin. As soon as she got out of the vehicle I was saying nope, way off. BTW I went over in a nearly stock '02 Kia Sportage 2 door with no trouble at all.

    • @InSurrealtime
      @InSurrealtime ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Capesolitude she'll have to go back now, it's a rite of passage.

  • @davidburnette963
    @davidburnette963 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Hi never a dull moment in the desert 😮❤

    • @daveallen6369
      @daveallen6369 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope you guys know they they released the last living Manson prisonersyesterday😅

  • @jicakejijicakeji7278
    @jicakejijicakeji7278 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The 87 will make it anywhere!!

  • @johnburton8135
    @johnburton8135 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Great video and music editing on this one Sarah. Your skills really shine on these more complex shoots.

  • @gmck91204
    @gmck91204 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I hope you and Mike both catch the movie “Sorcerer” some time….you’ll see why I’m recommending it. Overall, a great (underappreciated) movie.

  • @TheOverlanderNextdoor
    @TheOverlanderNextdoor ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mike is such a cool dude!

  • @angelas4681
    @angelas4681 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice driving, Mike!

  • @comment_creator_76
    @comment_creator_76 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You and Mike make great videos together!!!

  • @coolkentg
    @coolkentg ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The fighter jets have a flight path called Star Wars canyon. It starts nearly Crowley overlook. WH, you ought to research and do a story about it. A few years ago, a fighter pilot crashed into the side of the canyon.

    • @calvingifford9442
      @calvingifford9442 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wonder if the one seen in the video was out of China Lake?

  • @richwhitaker1506
    @richwhitaker1506 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Wonderful ride-a-long. Mike and his Astro ate that trail up. Recorded in Wonderhussy-vision. Great job by both of you. Stay safe Sarah.

  • @JayJayFromAZ
    @JayJayFromAZ ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Mike seems like a cool dude.

    • @jicakejijicakeji7278
      @jicakejijicakeji7278 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I was thinking the same! I think ‘the Hussy’ might have found her man!?!?!! Seems like a match to me and you can see the connection between them two!

    • @scotsoaring5373
      @scotsoaring5373 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jicakejijicakeji7278 Wonderhussy has a special spring in her step when around mike.

    • @suemoran4106
      @suemoran4106 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@jicakejijicakeji7278 asset i😅😮😮

    • @leedanielson7452
      @leedanielson7452 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He is a cool cat dog…….

    • @Ang85323
      @Ang85323 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Totally agree 👍 😊. Not bad on the eyes 👀 either 😉 👀

  • @ssQ2U
    @ssQ2U ปีที่แล้ว +29

    That was a great job, Astro and Mike! Thanks Wonderhussy!

  • @buckeye3993
    @buckeye3993 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crazy adventure !!! Looked like fun !!

  • @stephenesler1125
    @stephenesler1125 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I will never look at a Chevy Astro van the same way ever again nice job Mike I forget your name

  • @davidkettell6236
    @davidkettell6236 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It is great to get more vlogs from my favorite wanderer .

  • @jerryforeman4543
    @jerryforeman4543 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Luv that puppy! Really big show! Thanks for sharing!

  • @kindcounselor
    @kindcounselor ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great meeting Mike! What an adventure! How great was that!

  • @smc_pilot5314
    @smc_pilot5314 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stumbled on you while researching towable toy haulers and am now somewhat addicted. Great job with video content, excellent storytelling and cheap sunglasses management to get your point across. I had to subscribe after watching your story about the germans in Death Valley back in 1996. Terrible way to go, especially the fact that they had kids with them. You seem like a very nice person and are fun to watch. You're a good writer too from what I've seen on your website. Keep the videos coming, and thanks.

  • @alteague
    @alteague ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We love your channel WH! Please keep visiting hot springs. It is so cool to see all the diff types of hot springs you visit.
    You are strong and folks will mess w/ya. KEEP GOING! They are just losers and hide behind the screen.

  • @pixelpeter3883
    @pixelpeter3883 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Cool adventure Sarah! Never underestimate the Astro Van! :-)

  • @devarskinnee8760
    @devarskinnee8760 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wonder hotness,Mike's cool,van is boss, Hollywood insanely busy and funky.miss l.a. for nor cal.

  • @cindy1568
    @cindy1568 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I drove a cargo Astro van in the late 90's for work. Very capable mini work beast.

    • @13699111
      @13699111 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those were half truck half van good frames a local lock smith carried a ton of his equipment for mobile work

  • @George0674
    @George0674 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That Astro Van is a beast! Those are definitely more truck than minivan.

    • @KurtfromLaQuinta
      @KurtfromLaQuinta ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, if you do proper mods, it can be way better than stock. Because I wouldn't want to take a stock S-10/ Astro in to the great unknown.

  • @scottymac5174
    @scottymac5174 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Back in the late 2000's, my friends and I did a lot of trips down to DV, doing these trails on our dual sport motorcycles.

  • @edmusick7794
    @edmusick7794 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WH is now Astro Bunny!

  • @trishschaefer8504
    @trishschaefer8504 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video...I see great chemistry between you 2..

  • @ricfly52
    @ricfly52 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Being born and raised and lived most of my life in central Idaho. I have done some pretty knarly off roading. But I lived in southern Nevada for 21 years and I can tell you the roughest roads are there or near there. In central Idaho we get into verticle. Like 45 degrees or so. But the rocks and rough terrain of the southwest is bone jarring. Good job navigating it all.

  • @tedwalker1370
    @tedwalker1370 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It is always about choosing the right track. Much like life. Choose the right path for you if you can.

  • @vernlapoint1528
    @vernlapoint1528 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So when are you and Mike going to hook up again he seems like a awesome dude 😎👍

  • @joelyons3713
    @joelyons3713 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Respect to the Astro Van Community! 👍👍

  • @sandymoonstone855
    @sandymoonstone855 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    . NICE TY ☺

  • @Andi845
    @Andi845 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Fantastic video!!! Well done to you all!!!🤩😃🤩

  • @drueatcer
    @drueatcer ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was fun, I no longer have a four-wheel-drive, so it is nice to watch videos like this.

  • @hestheMaster
    @hestheMaster 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Mike's Astrovan is badass like him.

  • @perceivedvelocity9914
    @perceivedvelocity9914 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My best friends first vehicle when he turned 16 was a hand me down Astro Van. It was white and had fake wood siding. We had a lot of great times in that Astro Van.

  • @deansiracusa3966
    @deansiracusa3966 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve only been there by landing at The Chicken Strip! One of my favorite hot springs!

  • @gaylemoore2784
    @gaylemoore2784 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've been there! A couple of times.....loved it!

  • @dariotime
    @dariotime 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love your channel, Wonderhussy! Such fun vicariously exploring regions that fascinate me but I would likely never go to see myself. Mike is a great guy too. I now watch his channel all the time!

  • @kplante7881
    @kplante7881 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very cool…. Thanks for sharing!

  • @n5sdm
    @n5sdm ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Used to wheel a 2 wheel astrovan in the early 90s

  • @toddrodgers5108
    @toddrodgers5108 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You add fun to to a day. Mike Rocks. What a good guy. Fun day wish I was at th hot springs. Love to meet you. Blessings

  • @milesandhikes
    @milesandhikes ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mike has got to be the best pal and TH-camr you have introduced us too. I am loving his channel as well. And the energy between you two is awesome!
    This was so much fun to watch.

  • @MrBobVick
    @MrBobVick ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Watched the Greeks rendition & it was good too, reminded me of driving through mud rock slides on the Alaska highway in our Galaxy 500 back in the 60's. We only had 33 flat tires on that trip.

    • @Elhastezy888
      @Elhastezy888 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Do you mean a Ford Galaxy??!!😃

    • @MrBobVick
      @MrBobVick ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Elhastezy888 Yes a six cylinder, that required new coil & points 1/2 way on the trip.

    • @KurtfromLaQuinta
      @KurtfromLaQuinta ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Elhastezy888 Galaxie 500 was a cool shoegaze band. 😄

  • @manueldeanda9950
    @manueldeanda9950 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Another beautiful hidden place in the desert

  • @KurtfromLaQuinta
    @KurtfromLaQuinta ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Technical? Technical? We used to call those areas of offloading freeways! I know my truck could do all that in 2WD. No, brag, just fact.
    See that front tire spinning at that one waterfall. That's where a limited slip differential would do wonders.
    Nice adventure!

  • @marygreen5461
    @marygreen5461 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    cool ride to Hollywood,you needed your drone to find the tub

  • @janward6044
    @janward6044 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What fun! You need to do more videos with Mike, you two have a great rapport and he has nice biceps to look at. 😊

  • @Kayr76
    @Kayr76 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I loved this. I grew and am in Tennessee where switchback curves, ruts, and gravel are a way of life. More so years ago than now but woo eeeee. My father made me learn how to drive a 59 Chevy on a long steep hill and not roll back more than a dime and mind you, manual gears and a clutch. I am still the talk of the town 50 years later. Partly because I was no more than 90 lbs.

  • @frankiem749
    @frankiem749 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    GM actually did advertise the Astro and safari vans as midsize. Flaunting that it was larger than the competitors but still small enough for family outings and tough enough for daily work vehicle.

  • @jerrypeevey
    @jerrypeevey ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Poor Mike has a mini van complex >LOL

  • @pinksparkle258
    @pinksparkle258 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    If that van's a rockin don't go a knockin...Vanlife!! 👀🤣🚐🥰

    • @13699111
      @13699111 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A true fun fact ,HA !!!

  • @pinksparkle258
    @pinksparkle258 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yes!! 🎉🩷

  • @gizmoepuppy2034
    @gizmoepuppy2034 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally some old Toyota's!

  • @chillaxer9767
    @chillaxer9767 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your hussle . I really appreciate you for posting so many different topics. A good mix equals good reviews . I've been a fan for years learned about burning man event for real from you . Things change because the right journalist brings up hot topics . Follow up shall be provided in future reviews . Keep up the sharp news hounds can only provide . We can all start by writing to your Congress peeps . Let them know about the trash left behind year after year . All because it's a desert in burning mans trash waste land .

  • @Katseye102
    @Katseye102 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mike is very cool WH, think he’s a keeper, at least as a very fun friend!! Love your van Mike!!

  • @johnmitchell2281
    @johnmitchell2281 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love Astro vans

  • @mountainviewturning5319
    @mountainviewturning5319 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice 👍

  • @davidedgar2818
    @davidedgar2818 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I remember those just for fun days, we've followed some of the same paths. Love to see your revisit, for me, videos.

  • @laurahunter1690
    @laurahunter1690 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Yay! Another video of you and Mike. Love it!

  • @John-Nada
    @John-Nada ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Pristine 36 year old Toyota pickup! That's how Toyotas roll. Previously owned by Marty McFly?

  • @skycop56
    @skycop56 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Cool adventure. I have been off roading for about 20 years on some of the roughest trails anywhere, including all the famous mountain trails in Colorado and Moab UT. I started with a 1987 Nissan Pathfinder, then a Nissan Xterra, and now, wait for it,…………..a Subaru Outback. I carry a come-a-long and hi lift Jack and have only had to use either one time. I used to air down my tires like the conventional wisdom demands, but learned quickly that it only helps in deep sand. It is not good for rocky terrain, in fact, makes the vehicle ride terrible and extremely bouncy. I now keep my all terrain tires inflated to 32 psi and have a solid ride and no traction issues. Try it.

    • @franklinnorth7708
      @franklinnorth7708 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep, been offroading in my three Nissan Frontiers, 1984, 1992, and 2014 here in Coastal British Columbia. Sold my 1992 to a friend of mine and it is still going, i put 250k kilometers on it, all hard kilometeres.

    • @davidthelander1299
      @davidthelander1299 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had a Subaru Brat - had tons of fun in it all over Nevada and eastern Oregon. Upgraded to a Suzuki Samari! More fun. Always had lockers and standard transmission - the only way to fly! Finally upgraded again about 20 years ago to a F150 4x4. Still standard tranny and lockers - easy street! It’ll last me ‘till I head up to that old cabin in the sky (with my rusty old halo)

  • @bilbojenkins5276
    @bilbojenkins5276 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'd take that 80's Toyota out there long before I took a 2023 Wrangler...

  • @gordbaker896
    @gordbaker896 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice Ride.

  • @tomfrye9037
    @tomfrye9037 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Mike's a hoot for sure...damned good driver too. Thanks for filming the event, Sarah Jane. It gave me new respect for the Astro Van.

    • @scottscouter1065
      @scottscouter1065 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      COULD Mike be "The One"? All her fans are a-twitter!

    • @tracyphillips3325
      @tracyphillips3325 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi tom

    • @sirkrutchbluesman3009
      @sirkrutchbluesman3009 ปีที่แล้ว

      I JUST PUT ASTRO VAN ON MY BUCKET LIST 75YRS YOUNG AND READY TO EXPLORE 😊😊

  • @craigbrowning9448
    @craigbrowning9448 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A hot springs oasis, an excellent location for Husseywear!

  • @MrRoughknuckles
    @MrRoughknuckles ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yikers!

  • @ijuggle42
    @ijuggle42 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was frickin awesome....

  • @Nessal83
    @Nessal83 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love those old Toyota pickups. Best trucks ever made.

  • @ontheroadwithyode390
    @ontheroadwithyode390 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a GMC Safari, pretty much the same thing as an ASTRO. I've gone 1000's of miles on back roads in it. My most favorite vehicle I've ever owned.

  • @JohnMassari
    @JohnMassari ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Lovin the puppy!

  • @tw6570
    @tw6570 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is awesome! I've been waiting to see this one.

  • @tyonarms6735
    @tyonarms6735 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All I have to say is Gold King Mansion

  • @bobtruck1594
    @bobtruck1594 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome upload Sarah!

  • @westpacificmarketanalytics2384
    @westpacificmarketanalytics2384 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Astrovan Tribe subscribed!

  • @loreleiturgeon1062
    @loreleiturgeon1062 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for another great post