Incredible Utah Backcountry with Bonus UNSEEN Content! | Feature-length Multi-Episode Compilation

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  • Includes bonus content never before seen on the channel! This weeklong Utah adventure originally aired as 5 episodes in mid-2022. Sponsored content, intros/outros, and other superfluous segments have been removed for a cohesive, streamlined viewing experience, PLUS I have freshly edited a bonus "6th chapter" that I never published documenting my two-day excursion with locals guiding me through what would turn out to be the most interesting & scenic backcountry of my entire week in Utah.
    Grab a beverage and settle in for a journey through unique, diverse, and incredibly beautiful Utah canyons, mountains and deserts.
    Jared's videos about our trek together:
    Part 1: • Overlanding Poison Spr...
    Part 2: • Arches and Abandoned H...
    Some of the gear I use:
    Alldogs Offroad/Koni 2" lift kit:
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    ASFIR 4x4 skid plates:
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    Yankum Ropes:
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    (use code SOFTROADINGTHEWEST for a discount off your purchase)
    MAXTRAX MKII recovery boards:
    adventure-impo...
    Viair 300p compressor:
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    My 12V fridge:
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    Camp Chef Mountaineer Stove:
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    de Buyer 9½" carbon steel frying pan
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    Reliance Beverage Buddy 4-gallon water container
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    Midland 105 GMRS radio (works with handheld FRS radios)
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    Dewalt 20V 12" chain saw:
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  • @williammenchen7562
    @williammenchen7562 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The most beautiful place in the world!

  • @richardevans6655
    @richardevans6655 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow some tuff roads...... well done, but wow that scenery, could be another planet .
    Thanks so much for doing all this

  • @ExploringWithTheBz
    @ExploringWithTheBz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Always enjoy your point of view about the landscape, the adventure and your experiences. Your humble nature speaks volumes. Great work Donald. Keep exploring!

  • @cid9099
    @cid9099 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm a desert rat and have been going to southern Utah for 52 years, I LOVE it there. 😍 I've been most of the places filmed and could drive right to many of them, by memory. Glad you don't post the locations, youtube is ruining the backcountry, thank you. 👍

  • @davidcolinstillman5585
    @davidcolinstillman5585 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    HI DONALD 👋
    JUST BREATHTAKING BEAUTY SCENERY LANDSCAPE WEATHER WILDLIFE VIDEO DRONE FOOTAGE FOOTAGE & HISTORY ! AMAZING COLORS & VIEWS ! GLAD EVERYONE HAD A GREAT TIME ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 🙏 THANK YOU 🙏 AGAIN ❤

  • @BackroadExploration
    @BackroadExploration 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Loved watching this again! I really enjoyed your version of our days together. You have a gift for storytelling. Can’t wait to do this again with you.

    • @louiskudlak2256
      @louiskudlak2256 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Absolutely he's a story teller 😂

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This was so much fun, I look forward to hitting you guys up again next time!

  • @Realtor_eliot_portland
    @Realtor_eliot_portland 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Incredible views all around, but at the end…wow!!!

  • @Oregontrailblazin
    @Oregontrailblazin 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks in the refresher roadshow.

  • @Realtor_eliot_portland
    @Realtor_eliot_portland 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beak Breaker..always an excellent call! Cheers my friend!

  • @krismiller5474
    @krismiller5474 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I agree after spending most of Sept 23 in Utah! It is glorious!

  • @johnnygreene5447
    @johnnygreene5447 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video. Spectacular

  • @mrmosk2011
    @mrmosk2011 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Utah is amazing! We went there once and looks like there are a lot more to explore.

  • @squatch2461
    @squatch2461 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    🍻 High winds are exactly why I too have built a camper on my truck. Looking forward to hearing more about your current camper.

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I do have an introductory video about the camper I made when it was new:
      th-cam.com/video/6sFqubbXd6Y/w-d-xo.html
      And I have been releasing a series of build videos as I go, I still have one or two more videos to finish this series but what I have covers most of what you see:
      Playlist of 7 videos so far: th-cam.com/play/PLy61X2ncSOSfwOqvc9gF3_NTD9smtunkr.html
      Let me know if I can answer any other questions! 🙂

    • @squatch2461
      @squatch2461 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@softroadingthewest Thanks, I've been watching them, but hadn't seen the most recent one. I'm leaning towards getting the same camper, so am very interested in your long term review.

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Nice! At this point I'll probably look at doing a 1-year review in March after I've had a full four seasons with it.

    • @squatch2461
      @squatch2461 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@softroadingthewest Cool, Thanks

  • @Backroadssploring
    @Backroadssploring 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I drove across Utah I-70 numerous times and the scenery has to be the best ever.

  • @darren4400
    @darren4400 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really like the one of a kind contractor canopy you had. I like your current popup canopy also, gives you extra space and comfort. Keep up with the youtube videos, I really enjoy your style.

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The contractor cap worked out very well for the price, and I'd certainly still have it on the truck if I hadn't had some partnership opportunities arise. As well as the contractor cap turned out, I am undeniably happier with the Topo Toppers camper. :-)

  • @billj5645
    @billj5645 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! I've been to almost every location you hit and that is a lot to pack into one video, a lot to pack into a week long trip.

  • @brandonteq
    @brandonteq หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such an awesome video. Don't know how long you have been making videos but the way you put them together/edit is incredible.
    Well done man.

  • @kylerobinett8148
    @kylerobinett8148 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the content.

  • @VideosOffRoad
    @VideosOffRoad 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What I love SO much about your video compared to most other channels is the focus on the scenery and history. Other channels will spend 5+ minutes (sometimes more than once per video) at camp, explaining what they're cooking and other boring stuff. Yes, you have a touch of that, but they are blissfully short segments. Love it!😅

  • @richb6305
    @richb6305 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Toured all the National Parks in Utah last year. Best road trip I’ve ever been on, bar none. This video brought back great memories. I can’t wait to visit again.

  • @louiskudlak2241
    @louiskudlak2241 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome ❤

  • @susang994
    @susang994 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Stunning. Really enjoying these longer compilation videos.

  • @NW_Nomad
    @NW_Nomad 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely stunning. Thanks for sharing.

  • @larrygoldsberry690
    @larrygoldsberry690 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    dear Donald, your the man!!! just saw your travel movie Ut. bak, beautifully done. i started. watching, off road with Casey Og. totally great. followed over 2 yrs. then, nothing. i realize it takes alot of time and $$. been follow you 18months . love your show. i end up buying 2, 4xw.4 a older man from my cong.is a Jpster he has 3 of them. I admire enthusiasm and dedication. i'm now disabled but in my mind and heart with the help of this community ive enjoyed the shows including Brads, trail rec and TFL, Lite Brite, Matts off RD, you get it . savng $$ to go to Ut and see those sights. id recommend everyone see your show . always honest, no bad lagu, upliftting Thx you much.

  • @TroutWest
    @TroutWest 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Utah wind in the spring is always so bad...but it does give you some respect for how tough the natives/pioneers had it back in the day. Nice video dude.

  • @imbdileva
    @imbdileva 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That cliff you were on near the Green River is on my bucket list... That peninsula overlooking the river. Below is Hey Joe Canyon Rd, which I believe is going to be closed. I hope acces to that spot remains open. Moab closed 300+ miles of trails. 😢

  • @carolleimbach6407
    @carolleimbach6407 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice footage and music. I liked the longer video. Utah is our new favorite place. There's so much to see!

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am so eager to get back...I've barely scratched the surface there. Thanks for watching!

  • @steveb1
    @steveb1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! Thanks so much for sharing.

  • @rael6_4wd
    @rael6_4wd 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I enjoyed this even more the second time. The only thing missing is your awesome current setup. 🔥

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Guess I'll just have to go back. Aw darn. 😄

  • @mtnbound2764
    @mtnbound2764 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    this video would be great if TH-cam didnt ruin it with an ad every minte!

    • @robertherrmann4823
      @robertherrmann4823 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A premium subscription to you tube avoids the ads

  • @sierramantrvlnus
    @sierramantrvlnus 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yay!

  • @Oregontrailblazin
    @Oregontrailblazin 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @ 24:48 I was like what your going to bed? Turn off the lights and watch the star show !!

  • @williammenchen7562
    @williammenchen7562 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    There you go driving in the dark again! Why not find a camp in the daytime, and sit back and enjoy the view?

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Because sandstorm. 😆 I love to make camp before dark but sometimes things just don't work out as planned.

  • @Rob81818
    @Rob81818 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Finally cairns that actually serves purpose 😊

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, exactly!

    • @reidcrosby6241
      @reidcrosby6241 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I LOVE cairns. Remind me of mountain trips of past

  • @howardmorris6378
    @howardmorris6378 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are my density.

  • @mdhen4
    @mdhen4 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I will have an overlanding truck and camper done in the near future. Note to self - things frequently go wrong and plans change.

  • @the_mountains_our_calling4809
    @the_mountains_our_calling4809 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful edit! I was a little bummed you didn't put in the animation on the Goblin that shared your campsite with you while camping by Goblin Valley State Park. The original video of that had me laughing my butt off. Nonetheless another great video as usual

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, I went back and forth on that, but finally decided to edit out several segments from this series that ultimately just didn't really move the story forward, and would've made the finished product prohibitively lengthy. But I very much appreciate anyone who appreciates my silly humor, LOL. :-)

  • @trixie2010
    @trixie2010 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Been going into that area for about 40 years. Thank you for not divulging the name of this gem. Even though it has become extremely popular over the past twenty years, there are still spots where you can get away from the ATV folks and their monster rigs.

  • @nrao8977
    @nrao8977 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Looks like you/we need some education in meteorology. 😊
    Are there gadgets that can provide a peek into the fire as far as weather is concerned?
    No matter what an excellent video. 🙏

  • @greywolfoutdoors
    @greywolfoutdoors 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So amazing and inspirational! Do you use satellite internet while out in the back country? If so what campany do you use?
    Thanks for taking us along for the ride and I hope you get your rig fixed up like new!

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No satellite internet for the moment, but possibly one day. I do have a number of friends with Starlink (which I take advantage of when I travel with any of them 😄). Seems to work pretty nicely.

  • @mtnbound2764
    @mtnbound2764 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    that arch at 31:27 should be named apostrophe arch

  • @adamnickel
    @adamnickel 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    New subscriber to your channel. Love the content. Your Truck looks fairly stock with a front bumper. Do you have any suspension, drivetrain work on that thing? I have a stock GMC Sierra that I’d like to get a similar camper for… I’ve taken it a lot of places so far just wheels and tires.

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It has a 2" suspension lift from Alldogs Offroad, and the tires are upsized to 33s from the OEM 31s for another inch. Drivetrain is entirely stock and handles the occasional obstacles I encounter just fine. :-)

  • @fennessey5
    @fennessey5 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Me too

  • @j.b.708
    @j.b.708 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    this area wasn't' just under an ocean, it was under an ocean, a jungle, and a desert several times over. if you can find the right areas, there are shark teeth to be found. and as far as national parks go, just skip them unless you can hike in from an edge, they are basically being turned into NPS-curated amusement parks and concessionaires jam packed with tourists, shoulder to shoulder and ushered onto busses. forget about driving around off-road and exploring in most NPs.

  • @DaveInCanada081
    @DaveInCanada081 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where do you get fuel out there?

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There are a handful of small towns with gas stations. Part of my research for every trip involves locating gas stations and planning my routing to various points of interest in a way that allows me to grab gas as efficiently as possible.

  • @aaronthedj12
    @aaronthedj12 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Look out!! Dinosaurs!!

  • @fennessey5
    @fennessey5 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where is this?

    • @reidcrosby6241
      @reidcrosby6241 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Utah is all he will say. Unfortunately, I like to use videos to get "beta" on places i would like to go.

  • @michaelangelos5117
    @michaelangelos5117 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why is it always windy in Eastern Utah?
    Because Wyoming sucks.
    Why is it always windy in Western Utah?
    Because Nevada blows.

  • @mtnbound2764
    @mtnbound2764 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    youtube cut it out with the ads!I understand some but your overdoing it and ruining the viewer experience

    • @imbdileva
      @imbdileva 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No ads=no revenue= no TH-camrs= no content. Relax.

    • @darrenjohnson9030
      @darrenjohnson9030 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah… every five minutes for an hour and a half is hard to swallow.

    • @darrenjohnson9030
      @darrenjohnson9030 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@imbdilevaevery five minutes for over an hour, with footage that has already been released and monetized. Seems like a “double dip” cash in on commercials to me

    • @softroadingthewest
      @softroadingthewest  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@darrenjohnson9030 TH-cam's automated ad placement drops in breaks approximately every 3 minutes regardless of the video length. I've manually reduced TH-cam's ad frequency on this video by well more than 50%. There are multiple segments here that are ~10 minutes uninterrupted (unless TH-cam is re-placing the ads breaks I removed). All the TV networks playing syndicated reruns of sitcoms place as many or more ads as the first time the show aired yet people watch over and over and over. Running this channel is how I (try to) make my living. I can't work for free...can you?

    • @mtnbound2764
      @mtnbound2764 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@softroadingthewestwe dont expect you to work for free. we're just voicing the opinion that lately the ads have become excessive. nothing against you, its YT.