Great question and thanks for checking out the video. It does close from the inside, yet you cannot utilize the locks from the inside. I do sleep in it occasionally and just pull it closed. I do believe that a company does offer a lock kit that does work from tye inside. I have not found it really necessary. Cheers!

@@StormKingExpedition thanks for saving me a crud ton of money

Definitely an investment. There are some nice options out there, but I can not speak to their build quality. Best of luck on your shopping expedition.😂

We're , sorry lol

Thanks for sharing @vinbroughton4751 I am definitely disappointed to hear that the leaves are gone already, but very happy to hear that your hooked. Definitely a good time and a nice mix of trails and roads. 👍

@@StormKingExpedition I stand corrected, the majority of maple and ash leaves were off already. And definitely not as much color when you get below Burnt- Rossman forest area. Thanks again for great videos that helped get my butt on the trails!

@@vinboughton4751 Thank you for sharing. I enjoy nothing more than hearing that it got you out to explore. I need to get my butt out. I’m way past due. Cheers!

Appreciate the compliments. Let’s call it function for the $ over form. Don’t spend much time debating Boots. Be sure to check out my other videos. Thanks

Hey EOJ, I found a spot on Vly Mountain. I would suggest making certain that you check out what area is State land and what is private. Best of luck and enjoy the trip. Cheers!

@Hogdriver88 Thanks for checking out the video and I appreciate the comments. It was cold, but always fun.

Thanks for the comment. LOL! This is hilarious as I am now thinking of selling my Jeep to get an adventure bike. I do love the area, but the winters are a little rough. Cheers! Enjoy the fall.

@@StormKingExpedition Keep the Jeep, get a small bike for the trails. The big GSA is great for adventure touring , not so much for BDRs. I miss a good cold, snowy winter!

@MrSliim280 I am hoping to squeeze a trip in this fall to complete sections 4&5. I have heard great things about specifically section 4. Curious as well how 4 wheels will get down some of those trails? Appreciate you watching and subscribing. Enjoy your Fall.

Hey @vinboughton4751 thanks for checking out my channel. Some people seem to believe that sections of these BDR’s are crossing private land, but they are all public access areas. Technically they are roads. Many bordering owners try and put up signs that say Keep Out, etc… but they are simply trying to be a deterrent. I also highly recommend you trying a free trial of an app like ONX or Gaia. This allows you to see the property records with owner names as you travel across the map. Thanks again and have a great fall.

@@StormKingExpedition gonna try section 2 here in the next few weeks, let ya know how it goes. Lol

So I have both apps but nothing is highlighted as nebdr. Am I looking in the wrong spot? What road does sec 2 begin on ,I will look on onx again maybe it's on

@@vinboughton4751 follow this link ridebdr.com/nebdr/ and click on download the GPS Tracks on the device that you plan to bring on the trip. I used my IPhone with the ONX app. This allowed me to view the route on the map. I also downloaded for offline maps. You will definitely need this as you will have no cellular signal at points along the route. Section 2 starts in Andes, NY and ends in Copake Falls, NY. Hope this helps Vin. Don’t hesitate to reach out again if you need more details. Curious as to when you plan ongoing?

Hey Ken! Good to hear from you. Hope you enjoyed your summer and thank you for reaching out. I started a new job back in April and have been quite busy. A day does not go by that I don't wish I was out on a trip to make another video. Appreciate you following along and I HOPE to get out this fall to share something new. I will also make sure that I include a cooking seen just for you. Cheers my friend.

@@StormKingExpedition congratulations on your new job! I hope it is bringing you all that it promised. I have difficulty finding the time to edit. My second shift job pulls a lot of time away from me too. We have plenty of footage to last into October, (at my rate of editing and publishing) just need to sit down and get it done. Our summer was very good and HOT! Best wishes to you for safe travels and Great health!!

Hey Thanks for checking out my video. You live in a beautiful area and I have family in the area that I’ve been visiting since I was a kid. I would cautiously recommend the NEBDR. It does get a bit narrow at some points, so travel with caution with your size truck. Checkout my NEBDR SERIES ON SECTION 1-3. Thanks for subscribing.

@@StormKingExpedition ill definitely check it out, man and I appreciate you pointing out the size of the truck. I've had trouble even thinking of some spots most guys do because of the size but I really can't imagine going smaller haha. The new 4runners do look nice though

I hear ya on having the Full size pick up. @SonosAzai They are so comfortable and do 95% of everything we need. I admittedly have said many times that my Jeep feels way too small compared to my other truck. Let me know if you are planning something, I will try and meet up if I am off from work.

Hey Kevin, I appreciate the message and completely get the comment. Congrats on the Wrangler. One word of advice, don’t throw money at it, they are super capable just as they come. I started a new job early this spring and went from doing many trips to nothing. Unfortunately my schedule is off Sundays and usually Wednesdays and Thursdays. This has kept me from planning weekend overnight trips with friends. I have also now got the WANT A BIKE bug after doing sections 1-3 on the NEBDR. I have been looking to hit these trails again and would definitely be up for connecting if you have any week day time available or if maybe a Sunday day-trip to get the wheels dirty?

LOL! Thanks for watching. LI does have many beautiful places. I grew up on LI and left almost 20 years ago. You just have to take the good with the bad. Cheers and thank you for subscribing.

@thejoeb Thanks for the comments and checking out the video. Appreciate a Like and Subscribe.

Hi Michael, Appreciate you checking out the video. I do use the legs when the rain is more than a drizzle. This definitely also helps avoid puddling on the awning. Overall I’ve been extremely happy with the awning. Thanks for the message and thanks for subscribing.

Thanks for checking out my videos and taking a moment to subscribe. Beautiful area and great views everywhere you turn.

Greatly appreciate you viewing and subscribing. As with many of these places, you just jump in with a group on a trip and you get introduced to something new. I promised everyone a long time ago that I would not share spots in social media and I still think that’s the way to go. Honestly, finding new places is sort of the adventure. Get out and explore.

Hey thanks for checking out my channel and subscribing. I can definitely say that sections 1-3 on the NEBDR is clear to go in your Gladiator. I do know that some of the later sections are 2 wheel only and are marked to communicate that. I can’t speak to the MABDR, but I have heard that it is easygoing. Let me know your dates if you’re interested in meeting up on the NEBDR. If I am not working, would love to get out. Cheers and enjoy the adventure. JK

Thanks for checking out my video. I am not certain of the exact weight for mine, but the website says that they are between 168-198 lbs..

Thank you for checking them out. I appreciate the compliments. Get out and explore.

Hi @JanWinter! Thanks for checking out my video and subscribing. The smartcap on my 2019 Ford F350 measures 38 1/2 inches from the base of the truck bed to the top of the smartcap door edge. It does slightly taper towards the outer edges of the door. Best of luck with finding the best fit for your needs and enjoy the summer.

@@StormKingExpedition Thanks for the answer. Because of you I bought one for my 2018 F150 and it fits perfectly. Did you have problems with the third break light? Mine is not working. It works with the hazard lights but not with the breaks😅

@@JanWinter-oz1zy Yes I did. Completely forgot about that. Try emailing this guy, he was helpful. Lionel Olivier [email protected] Senior Technician T: +1 682 2948 371 M: +27 060 587 6124

Hope you enjoy it!

Thanks for checking out the video. I have not had a screen set up for my dog. Sounds like a great idea. Maybe a custom job with some Velcro and screen from Amazon?

Appreciate the kind words. Learn as you go. I should have started the video with the Lighthouse video. Thank you for watching and allowing the video to develop. Enjoy the summer.

Appreciate your comments and thanks for watching. I utilized some mounting brackets that came as part of the Maximus 3 wrangler roof system. The rack itself has absolutely no interference with the doors as they open. The doors open up, but do not extend straight up. Appreciate your subscription as well. Enjoy the summer.

Much appreciated Mike. Thanks for watching

Wow! Good deal.

Thank you Joe and Appreciate the kind words. I love the beautiful Finger Lakes region that you call home. I hope to be visiting your area some time this summer. Cheers to Spring and thank you for subscribing.

That is so Awesome! Congratulations Ken. Don’t fall in to the Jeep gear trap, your Mojave is extremely capable. Have fun and start making more outdoor memories. Cheers!

@@StormKingExpedition I'm looking forward to finding out what it is capable of as a stock unit. The only mods for a while (famous last words) will be a dead pedal and a Bulletpoint mounting system for the dashboard for phone/camera/tablet mounting. Can't wait to show it off in upcoming videos.

I would not sell the TJ to work any Gladiator. Making memories should be the only goal. I’m sure you have many from the TJ and that’s good enough if only used as a weekend cruiser, Just one guys opinion….. Thanks for watching.

@@StormKingExpedition we love the TJ. But we’re going to Moab soon. TJ I keep old school. No doors or top or ac. Year round in the garage. Gonna be way too hot. But the gladiator is not a Rubi. I think my motorhome would get further down the trail than the JT would. lol. We’ll see. Got plenty of time to decide. Great videos!

Thank you Neil. Much appreciated.

Thank you. Scout is from a Bird Dog breeder in Blooming Grove, NY. She is my second GSP and just coming up on her first birthday.

@@StormKingExpedition our Waylon just had his first in end of January. Love em !

Thank you! I don’t know much, but if I was to give any advice it would be 1.Start with squaring and recording a 20-30 second still shot. 2. Follow up with a moving shot with no turns. Just go forward, back, left or right and stick to it for the length of the shot. Usually 10-30 second shots. I find this routine helps a lot when in editing. 3. As for Auto Tracking….. still gaining confidence. This is all the advice from a guy who knows just a little more than nothing. Drones are expensive toys with a built in and a camera. Have fun!🤩

Greatly appreciate the comment. Every once in a while I make a video and think to myself “Wow! This is awesome” and then the KZbin Gods and viewer analytics tell me No one really cared. This note means a lot. Sometimes it only takes one. Thank you!🙏🏻

Appreciate your comments. I recognize that of the total 1300 miles (All of which are public roads) for this route about 10 of them are not passable by a 4x4. These routes were 4x4 routes long before they were declared a BDR. The areas that are not passable by 4x4’s are clearly marked and should not be attempted. I also plan to ride them on my motorcycle as well this summer.

Have fun on the motorcycle. Out of respect for the BDR, the property owners who the BDR crew have emphasized that we motorcyclists must respect while we pass through, and the motorcyclists who travel this route, I would just be hesitant to advertise the BDR to the 4x4 audience. You know the power of social media - take beautiful pics or talk lovingly of a remote place, and now that place lights up with tourists and travelers, often times leading to ruin or over-saturation of traffic. These are public roads, as you mentioned, but they’re historic, fragile, and many of them largely forgotten to the average car driver. Plus, their legal status as unmaintained leaves them in a gray area where the property owners whose lands abut the routes would wish for them to be private (partly due to privacy wishes but largely due to 4x4s ripping through the path and tearing them up further, requiring the property owner to empty their own wallet to continue using the road). So, yes-anyone can legally use them…for now, until enough traffic and destruction leads to louder voices calling for legislation changes adds to restrictions and takes away more joy. Many people like to explore and play on the weekends-unfortunately not all of us like to give back or help maintain these fragile systems or undue to inconveniences provided onto the folks who might regularly use them. The BDR routes are meant for motorcyclists-maybe consider not advertising the name to 4x4 enthusiasts. There’s so much history in these roads, but they’re also a few bad decisions from being discontinued, leading to nobody being allowed on them. Sorry, I know this is a biased rant.

@@dirkstuff5820 Hey Dirk, Passion and respectful voice like yours is what makes things happen. People saying nothing is how things that we want most are taken away from us. I would ask that you not think of this as assumed groups like the "4x4 audience" of viewers as I would not think of the Adventure Motorcyclist as "Dirt Bike Riders". If you count the # of BMW GS or Guzzi Riders (LOL!) on these BDR's you would be quick to assume that they are a bunch of High Income nature loving adventurers. We know that's not always the case, but there is only so much we can do about it. The Moment that Ride BDR created marketing videos for BDR's that are all over KZbin, the Adventure Motorcycling community declared it open for Motorcycle adventure. Some people expected everyone else to stay away. I know that was not the real intention, but that has become the attitude. Lets all just leave it better then we found it and call people out when they are not doing the right thing. This has been my messaging through all of my videos. One of a few reasons why I do KZbin is to get people out to explore , specifically in the Northeast US. We have many people who need some good stimulation and I believe this kind of stuff cures all. Cheers!

Thank you. I feel beyond fortunate that I was able to capture the video of the eclipse itself at this level of quality. I think I got a little lucky to be honest. Appreciate always getting a note from you Ken. Cheers!

Hey thanks for the question. Not sure if you had a chance to watch the whole video. Mostly because I needed a spot to sleep if I was not able to find a place to set up camp being it was last minute in a very busy spring bear awakening area.

Greatly appreciated Michael. Definitely a great place to visit. Cheers to Spring..

Thank You Michael! Would love to make a trip up to NB someday. Thanks for sharing and subscribing.

Much appreciated. It’s always good to hear from YT friends. Cheers to the Morning Joe.

@ckear001 Definitely worth the trip and yes the ride home was quite a long one. Thanks for checking out my video.

Hey Jim, Thanks for the note. I heard that Burlington was great as well. I seriously considered changing path and heading over to VT on the ride up. Overall it was an amazing experience. Appreciate you checking out this episode. Cheers.

@Michael-gw3je That is a great question and after spending last night in the bed at 28F degrees, I was thinking about how I will be insulating mine. I had not really considered the implication as it warms up. I am only guessing, but I would think that with a foam board insulation it may help keep the temps down? Hmmmm! I will share when I find out. Thanks for watching and subscribing.

@@StormKingExpedition best of luck. I came across a Reddit post in which a person did in fact use spray insulation between the support posts after having first sprayed lizard skin. I would love to purchase a smartcap, but not sure how safe it would be to have the dogs in there in summer or winter time…

I would use 3m thinsulate insulation. Hands down best insulation I’ve used for my van.

Hi @GandCsports. Thanks for watching. Let’s start by simply saying that your Jeep Gladiator Sport is extremely capable. This trail should not be a problem. Although I do want to caution my only concern, MUD!. Tires could be an issue, especially with the amount of rain we have had more recently. I would recommend always bring some rescue gear and a set of mud trax are always a good investment. Please don’t let this be a barrier to a little fun. Be safe and choose good lines when you see the Mud. Cheers!

@Vinboughton4751 Hey! Thank you for checking out my trip. Please check out these options below for mapping. Print and Digital are available below. Appreciate you subscribing to my channel as well. Print Version- store.ridebdr.com/collections/maps-and-films Digital- ridebdr.com/nebdr/

@mikebeatty1111 Hey Mike, Thanks for checking out my review. You ask a great question and there is a lot to consider. With my current HD truck, I would not change anything. Now on the other hand If I was to mount this on my Gladiator or a Mid-Size vehicle such as a Wrangler, Tacoma, 4Runners’s, etc… I would make weight savings my first priority. I think it is important to first consider where do you cook or prep food on your trips? Obviously, a 180 (Side Mounted) will commit you to one side. Many people like and build a rear kitchen set up. I just take a table to the side and that works for me when the weather calls for it. For me a 180 would be my Mid-size vehicle preference. Cheers and thanks for subscribing.

I have had no issue with leaks. I will say that I always open the door on the cap before the tailgate and close the tailgate first to protect against wear on the rear seal.

Hi Jim, Greatly appreciate the comments and Views. I look forward to continuing to share more travels and meet ups in the months ahead. Stay in touch as the seasons change. Thanks again for the Subs and Subbed back. Going to check out your series this evening. Cheers, John

Thanks Ken. Appreciate you watching. I fully expect to head back in May as many people have recommended with the state trail gates closed until May 1. I hope to share some other trips, that I unfortunately don’t have planned yet. More to explore. 😎

It was not easy finding camping in the winter. I found a few spots on State land in NY that worked out Well. The spring should be considerably better with public campgrounds. It’s a roll of the dice most nights in the winter. Had to head home a few times as well. Thanks for watching and subscribing.

I usually camp in the bed of my Gladiator. I have a bed tent. I just look for flat areas that are off of the trail. @@StormKingExpedition

This will not be a problem at all when you get on State land and find a side trail. You are really going to enjoy the route and utilize an App like ONX or Gaia if you don’t have it already. The ONX App has allowed me to wonder down trails that was not properly marked and identify spaces that I was not sure were public. The mapping shows you all of the land owners as well. Thanks again for following along.

Yes i have the OnX Offroad appand it works great! Keep the great content coming!@@StormKingExpedition

@everythingoutdoorsandjeeps Thanks for watching and subscribing. These trails are a lot of fun and honestly not that difficult. Truly makes for a great adventure as the Spring Leaves and green grass start to bloom. Appreciate you also sharing the Bald Eagle State Forest recommendation. I see this is also not to far from one of my PA favorites at Boulder Field State Park. TY, I am always looking for a new discovery. Enjoy the ride. JK