Basic Off Road Tips for Beginners in a Bone Stock Jeep Wrangler JL 2 Door Sport plus Rock Crawling

People new to Jeeps and or to off roading in general have been asking Cindy and I to make a video highlighting the some of the basics, tips and tricks that every newbie should know and for quite some time now. And, I have to say that we've been reluctant to do so if only because we know that we're not professionals or experts in anything and understand full well that the way we choose to do things isn't necessarily the right way, the best way or the only way. With that said, we finally got a chance to take Pippi, our bone stock, Jeep Wrangler JL 2-door Sport and with a stick, out on a trail known as Last Chance Canyon and to test her out on some rocks. And, while we were there, we decided to use the opportunity to film some of the things that we've learned over the years and share them with you. Things like, airing down your tires, disconnecting your front sway bar links, shifting into low range and picking a good line. Of course, the only thing we would ever hope for, is that the information you see might be of help to you someday.
Oh, as an added bonus, you'll also get to see JET testing out his new 38" Nitto Ridge Grapplers out on the rocks. We hope you enjoy.
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[@speed33169]

Seriously, there isn't enough content around like this - what a stock base model can do, and how to do it. Everything is Rubicon's and built up rigs. Thanks for this. It really is going to help a lot of folks just getting started in the wheeling world.

[@wayalife]

Awesome! So glad to hear you can appreciate what we're trying to do and show with Pippi 😎

[@prhanson]

Amen. Wife has a stock 2015 Wrangler Unlimited been trying to learn more about basics, capabilities, limitations. Want to use the vehicle more for family outings, since we have it. More basics videos would be great!

[@speed33169]

@@wayalife it's a shame the JL forum still holds a grudge and won't allow links to any of your content. This is something most of the members would really get a kick out of seeing...and it answers those ever present forum questions: Do I need lockers? Do I need a lift? Do I need 35's...or 37's? Do I need a Rubicon to do serious wheeling?

[@wayalife]

@@prhanson Happy to hear a video like this was useful to you. 😎

[@wayalife]

@@speed33169 LOL - that's funny. I'm not a member of any other forum but mine and can't imagine what I could have done to cause one to hold a grudge against me and to the point where they censor links to our videos. Oh well, I'm glad that you found us and can only hope others who could benefit from the information we share, do as well.

[@troymartin4303]

On behalf of all two door, stock, JL owners everywhere, thank you for posting such inspirational and fabulous content!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so glad that you enjoy our videos of Pippi. 😊

[@epicurusgod]

2 door or no doors!!

[@OffRoadQC]

@@epicurusgod 4 doors, 2 doors or no doors 😉

[@Pickleoffroad]

@@OffRoadQC 4 door 4 life

[@RealPumpkinJay]

Yes!!

[@11bravo79]

Thank you for making videos like this. Not all of us have the budget for built rigs. Truly appreciate it.

[@wayalife]

We're happy to hear there are people like you who can appreciate what we're trying to do with this stock Jeep 😎

[@krasnaludek298]

Agree 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@lostncal]

Refreshing to see a stock Jeep wheel; Its way more interesting to watch the skills of the driver than some built out rig. Great video!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. So glad you enjoyed our video 😎

[@ultrajazz5335]

It’s so easy to get caught up watching videos with beefed up rigs that it’s a breath of fresh air to see y’all doing these videos in a stock Jeep. It’s all about fun as you have shown. Thanks again and keep them coming.

[@wayalife]

We're so happy that you enjoyed our video and like what we're doing with Pippi 😎

[@jaytaylor6002]

Just shows you don’t need to break the bank to get out and have fun. Love the contrast between the two Rigs 👍

[@wayalife]

That's what we're trying to show with Pippi. You can have a ton of fun, just as is. 👍

[@MysticRick]

Yep. The difference between the two were great to see. Also nice to show getting stuck, and unstuck. More relatable.

[@scottmacdonald1877]

@@wayalife Looking at what Pippi can do off of the showroom floor vs what my old 1978 Chevy Luv 4X4 could do, even with a lift and 31" tires...

[@DDDSSDDDSSDDDSS]

Yeah. Just break ur jeep.

[@achavesbarrantes]

Just wow! First time I see a stock JL sport (even street tires seems like it) wheeling on KZbin. I’m impressed, but mostly the skills of the driver 👏🏻👏🏻

[@wayalife]

Glad we could share this with you and that you enjoyed our video 😎

[@aarongerman7857]

Thanks for taking Pippi over the tough sections too. Not being afraid to bang a rail and scrape those wheels! and, most importantly, not embarrassed to show all the times you dropped the clutch! real people doing real things

[@wayalife]

So glad you enjoyed our video and could appreciate it for what it is 😎

[@phillipmurrieta1]

Cindy is quite an impressive off road driver. Props to her.

[@wayalife]

Cindy is flattered that you would say as much.

[@harrisaxer2651]

If you're new at the channel, you ain't seen nothing yet

[@phillipmurrieta1]

@@harrisaxer2651 no, been watching for years. I just felt the need to call it out. :)

[@JGMan0011]

Yup, I was impressed with Cindy angling up (and over) to the steep rock to avoid hitting the front bumper overhang and increasing the approach angle considerably. That wasn't all her spotter!

[@regulatorg573]

Love your humility and willingness to help others! By the way really enjoying the CB Bar! Thanks!

[@wayalife]

Thank you and so happy to hear you like your CB BAR! 👍

[@scottmacdonald1877]

@@wayalife Liked your talk on radio options. I have been trying to make a choice for a while now. My neighbor is a serious radio guy. Has his own HAM tower, installs mobile radios for a living. Asking him questions about what is best for me, I always get pushed to the high end solutions.

[@soshengineering1101]

I never ever ever comment on videos, ever. Gotta say you are the man! This is a clear example of how capable a stock Jeep really is. That stock Jeep did the same line as that rubi and handled it. Bravo for making this

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so glad that you enjoyed our video enough to comment on it. 👍

[@b0ligoma]

That was me day 1 out the dealership. Video should've been called "Carnage" 😖 You guys are great drivers! Thanks for all the tips and taking the time to make this video. Found all the info valuable.

[@Slaphitter]

I have watched this several times and I am just so darn impressed by the quality of the instruction AND the quality of the production. The real-world demonstrations of the truck’s capabilities, and the techniques you need to use, made it look like it was kind of just a documentary of a day on the trail, but the situations were obviously chosen to demonstrate each point. The episode was scripted, filmed and edited very professionally.

[@wayalife]

We are truly flattered and humbled that you would say as much. Thank you.

[@Cometocanadabut]

You know man. When you said in the end you’re not expert, this is a solid proof how much humble and genuine you’re. You’re making one of the best content in KZbin but you still saying you’re not expert. Too much respect for you. Thanks for the hard work and great content. 👍

[@wayalife]

Thank you. I am flattered and humbled that you would say as much. I hope our videos are helpful to you.

[@josephbyrnhopf2481]

Thank you. I've been wheeling for over 50 years; know all about doing it with manuals and no lockers. Your video economically demonstrates 100% of what must be considered for safe and fun wheeling. Excellent advice and superb attitude. Love the Rubicon demo without ever saying a thing about it. I greatly respect your skill and attitude dealing with minimalism. Moreover, that base Wrangler can be built up, but starting out with a Rubicon is the most economical way to do it. Enjoyed.

[@wayalife]

Truly humbled that you would say as much and happy to know that you enjoyed our video.

[@tedsamuels3203]

I've watched this video a half a dozen times and every moment was exciting. THANKS FOR SHARING

[@wayalife]

Really happy to hear you enjoy this video, thank you.

[@richardcoombes6116]

I’m impressed with a basic jeep as this one. Not lifted and fitted. This was a great video to help buyers

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed our video 😎

[@MurderousMorphs]

Rock crawling is 100x harder in a manual. Thank you for showing the reality of stalling.

[@wayalife]

It's a challenge for sure but a lot of fun too. 😎

[@SublimeHiPpOs]

Having a Rubicon with the 4:1 t-case makes it a lot easier.

[@victorandrade7940]

Its the gears. That thing is horrendous in the Sport. I had one. On top of the numerous issues I had with my clutch. Imo.

[@rogermetzger7335]

My wife and I lived in the Mountain West from 1982 to 2007 during which time we bought three new 4WD vehicles and a few used ones. Each of the three new ones had list prices under $19,000, manual transmissions, standard steel wheels, factory skid plates and recovery points and open differentials. None of them were lifted and we used 235/75R15 tires on all three of the ones we bought new. We drove those three vehicles on about 200 camping and picnic trips to more than 100 different locations, often using primitive (unimproved) or badly neglected and rutted roads to places many miles from the nearest paved roads. In 2008, our daughter totaled the last of those three vehicles so I’ve had to content myself with watching videos of other people driving 4WD vehicles. I think people with little or no 4WD experience would learn more useful information (and perhaps gain more inspiration) from watching this video than from watching any of the other dozens of videos I’ve seen so far - maybe even more than watching ALL of the other videos I’ve seen so far.

[@wayalife]

I'm sorry to hear you no longer have a 4WD but happy to hear you found this video of our to be beneficial to others. I hope that you are able to get back out on the trail someday soon.

[@steveg219]

That is real driving skill, yes the basic vehicle is capable of, but the skill here is the best part

[@wayalife]

I'm humbled that you would say as much and glad you could appreciate our video.

[@aprilwine132]

Probably the best content video ive seen on off roading Truly tired if all the super build videos. Awesome to see a stock daily driver jeep tearing it up. .

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed our video 😎

[@brucenix2037]

Great advise. You made a point to help those who are getting started into the Jeep r off roading for the first time. To have the basic tools before going off road and never go alone! Awesome advise sir!!

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed our video. Thank you.

[@love.pugsss449]

Have owned my 2012 sport 2 door manual since brand new. I bought a set of used rubicon wheels off of Craigslist a year later and I've never felt the need to modify anything else since. It still amazes me what my jeep can do.

[@wayalife]

They really are amazing just as is 👍

[@DSD]

Wow I forgot this was a bone stock Jeep. I for some reason thought it was a Willy’s one. I’m glad you’re making vids about Pippy because that’s more achievable.

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoy our Pippy Project :)

[@katiebutler1111]

20 years ago we drove the “Big Jeep”. Long arm suspension , 35” tire, lockers and low gears. After awhile the fun and challenge of off roading lost its luster. When I stepped into my buddies Manuel TJ Sport on 31/10.5 15”s I had more fun on small simple obstacles than driving the Hammers on my built rig. It’s nice to be able to take the built rig out without limitations, but it’s also enjoyable to go explore and test yourself with the simple things. Thank you for the video brings back a lot of great memories.

[@wayalife]

Awesome. Glad we could take you back.

[@MrKibble00]

This is how Off Roading should be! Simple machine taking on difficult challenges with practical off road handling skills. Great video!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. So glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@Glenn.Cooper]

Man - thank you SO MUCH for this video. I've been thinking about exactly that model - the cheapest Wrangler I could buy. This video is by far the best I've seen at what it's capable of in stock configuration - and it's amazing! Holy crap that thing can climb, considering it's 100% stock and the cheapest model.

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed this video 😎

[@wranglernator]

you are by far my hero!!!!!!! I couldn't stop smiling the entire video. You my friend are hard core. I have ALWAYS driven JEEPs my whole life. But this was the coolest , to see a stock JEEP go through what it did. Amazing.

[@wayalife]

LOL - flattered that you would say as much and we're glad that you enjoyed our video. 😊

[@blackonefifty]

I love my Gladiator but sometimes I get the itch for a basic 2 door Wrangler and this didn't do me any favors. Sometimes simple is fun. No big money coilover kit, no fancy beadlock wheels and several thousand in tires, just simplicity and practicality. Obviously has it's limitations but what doesn't at some point? Amazing work on the video as always Eddie and Cindy.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're happy to hear you enjoyed our video and couldn't agree more with you.

[@sirlost94]

The beauty of the gladiator is driving it to the trail, on the trail and back. With a simple two door, you’ll quickly want to tow it… and every trip will become either off-road or normal vacation :)

[@LaddGardner4]

True to life excellence: Bloody knuckles from the fun of manually disconnecting sway bar, plus large, squashed bug on windshield. :)

[@wayalife]

LOL - glad you enjoyed our video :)

[@maxwelm7408]

This is actually real off roading. And this is proper skill. Shows it can be done with a stock jeep if you know how to do it

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed the video and yes, a stock Jeep is plenty capable right out of the box.

[@marcm.983]

Just purchased my first Wrangler. A new Willys with v6, auto, and 35's. Being new to wheelin', it was very informative to see a Sport go places I would not even consider. Picked up some pointers with ledges higher than a front bumper and the ledge on steep slop like that on "graduation hill." Still, with my Willys, I would be taking all the by-passes. Also, thanks for the links to tools and equipment.

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed the video

[@DUNEATV]

Finally someone showing what a bone stock Sport can do! Great video!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed seeing this :)

[@BBossman1]

This has been a great series so far! New Jeep owners would be better served to spend their money on gas and time on the trails than the latest "parking lot hero" accessories. Seen several people spend a few thousand dollars on lift, wheels and tires only to realize a Jeep isn't for them. Always good to see Ripley!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Happy to hear you've been enjoying our Pippi Project and of course, Ripley too 😎

[@michaelfrick3687]

I run with guys who are constantly paranoid! They worry constantly about needing 37's, a 6 inch lift and a winch...I laugh and tell them they worry too much. What you do need are good skills, a good spotter and sensibility. Just don't do a trail that is beyond the capability of your rig....because no matter how capable your rig is, there's a trail that you won't be able to do. It was refreshing to see a trail run done with just the basics. Thank you.

[@wayalife]

It's a funny thing. I often see guys in built up rigs struggling over obstacles that an experienced driver in a stock one can kill.

[@jmborges01]

Hello from Brazil, I'm amazed by your simplicity and ease of tips. Nothing fancy, instead all really useful.

[@wayalife]

Thank you very much!

[@CN-rz3ez]

As I have a 2 dr JL manual sport this was awesome to see what it is capable of. Now I am ready for winter snow lol lol. Thank you for a great video!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Glad to see another out there with a 2-door and manual and that you enjoyed our video 👍

[@OnMyMemoryCard]

Well done!! A stock Jeep, a good eye & common sense goes a long way…….miles of experience helps too! You made it look so easy. Loved it!

[@wayalife]

LOL - Thank you. We're happy to hear you enjoyed our video 😎

[@bobdaniello3370]

Her vehicle is the real deal..37" tires, jacked up, great articulation.

[@stephenvargas6134]

Great Video! I love the fact that you showed how challenging crawling a manual actually is. Thanks

[@wayalife]

Thank you. It's a challenge for sure but a ton of fun.

[@NemeanLion-]

What a great video. To see a stock two door with literal street tires off road so well. Inspirational.

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😎

[@oxouk]

Probably the best, most informative video on jeep basics out there. Great advice and showcasing of what a bone stock JL can do.

[@wayalife]

Really happy to hear you found our video to be informative 😎

[@ramcentralstation]

Absolutely amazing video. This is way more informative and entertaining than watching mega built rigs. I’ve always been interested in how much a stock vehicle can do, which is way more than most will ever do anyway. I can’t believe those street tires didn’t pop. Love it!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so happy to hear you found our video to be informative and entertaining. 😎

[@ingelri2]

I honestly don't know why your channel doesn't have more subs. Your video production is some of the best I've watched on YT.

[@wayalife]

We're humbled that you would say as much. Thank you.

[@justingonzalez6448]

This was one of the best videos I have seen. Love the bone stock manual 2 door and reasonable trail. I really love the looks and amazing capability of the “fully built” jeeps, but to me this showcased just how much a regular wrangler can do with a good team working through the obstacles without lockers, automatic trans, AT tires or even the factory LSD. This is the way.

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed our video 😎

[@xTinBenderX]

Love the content of vids Pippi brings. Good foundation of basics is paramount to being better at anything.

[@wayalife]

Awesome. Glad to hear you can appreciate our videos of Pippi.

[@717UT]

I think it is underrated taking a stock jeep out and having fun. Being underbuilt can be a fun challenge. I've seen guys get flat out bored in their highly built wranglers when I'm still having fun in my mildly built Jeep On another note, the way to tackled that v-notch was awesome.

[@wayalife]

Couldn't agree with you more. 👍

[@liaodesign]

Wow it’s just much more fun to watch a stock jeep on trail vs a heavily mod Jeep.

[@wayalife]

LOL - glad you enjoyed our video :)

[@rogerjohnson2515]

I will wholeheartedly agree with the others. Thanks for sharing how a two door, stock Jeep , can get the job done. Very refreshing, keep the great videos coming.

[@wayalife]

Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it 😎

[@ac2fv]

First is was where to place the bottle jack to change a tire. Now it's how to disconnect the sway bar. I love it! The type of content us newbies need, and no one seems to be doing. Except for Wayalife. Keep it coming!

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you've been enjoying our videos. More to come for sure 😎

[@Ownuout]

Send this video over to the "lockers before lights" off-roaders that claim you can't offroad without a Dana 44! Love the closing statement! thanks man.

[@wayalife]

LOL - well, like I say in the video, I'm no expert and would never pretend to know as much as the lockers before lights off-roaders out there.

[@alexturnqest6202]

The articulation from even a basic jeep like pipi is kind of insane! It really puts what even a wrangler sport can do in perspective. Ngl I am shocked and impressed and now I want one. Lmao

[@wayalife]

LOL - glad you enjoyed our video and you really should get one :)

[@gearlist]

Great stuff, really digging these intro/basics videos with pippi 😎

[@wayalife]

Awesome! We're so glad to hear you're enjoying our Pippi videos 😎

[@BecauseAdventure]

Impressive run through the canyon! Always enjoy watching what these Jeeps can do whether built or stock!

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it 😎

[@andreahaley4770]

Wow--in the first 10 minutes--I have learned much to get started! I have 2 Jeeps---depending on which I'm comfortable going off-roading--I'm ready for a adventure!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! So glad to hear our video has been helpful to you.

[@danielstoneking8454]

Thank you for posting this video and all the other videos you have posted!! I am a new Wrangler owner and do not have a community to Jeep with and I have learned so much from you! Thank you! Keep them coming please!

[@wayalife]

Really happy to hear you enjoy our videos! If you're interested, we have a great online community of Jeepers over on wayalife.com :)

[@danielstoneking8454]

@@wayalife thank you! I will check it out!!

[@paulmartinez8337]

You did a very good job. This is an excellent video for my two sons that bought jeeps and are starting to 4-wheel. I have been off-roading myself for 30 years but don't have the patience that you exude in this video. Great job, I sent this video to both my sons that are going to offer this weekend.

[@grahamggg7527]

This is such a great video and very refreshing. Just goes to show that you don't need a 70k Jeep to go 99.9% of places - a 30k one is just fine with a good driver mod, and maybe more fun! Thanks for making this!

[@wayalife]

Really happy to hear you enjoyed our video and coming from a guy who owns multiple Jeeps that are extremely built, I can tell you that wheeling something as basic as this really is in a lot of ways, a lot more fun.

[@Chickennss]

Love this. I took my ‘14 JK sport 2 door on Black Bear, Ophir, Imogene and some others in the loop with only a mild 1.5” Teraflex performance leveling kit and stock size street tires. It did fine and I had no trouble at all.

[@wayalife]

Awesome!

[@Anthem127]

“….anything you can do I can do better…. “ song plying through my head while watching this.

[@wayalife]

LOL - too funny :)

[@Ezekio3160]

Eddie I really appreciate the passion and work you and Cindy put into these videos! Thank you! You and Cindy are an awesome couple wheeling the Jeep’s!

[@wayalife]

Why thank you. We're truly flattered to hear you say as much and happy to hear you enjoy our videos. 😊

[@tomsfunband]

Great video as usual! Thank you for spelling out your thoughts so we can all learn from your experience!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so glad you found our video and my silly thoughts to be helpful 😊

[@jasonnash7323]

Thank you for continuing to teach and share your experiences with us.

[@wayalife]

So happy to hear you could learn from our video. 😎

[@jamesgreen5560]

The most important thing in this video are the repeated stalls. Showing that goes a long way towards helping people get over egos and worry about looking like a fool. Its much more fun for beginners when they aren't worrying about the old hands judging them.

[@wayalife]

LOL - oh yeah, it should always be about having fun and not worrying about what others think.

[@raulbustamante8337]

This video is absolutely awesome! Thank you for showing us how good the most basic model can rip on pretty gnarly stuff

[@wayalife]

Glad you liked it! 😎

[@motor1001]

🔥💯 Thoroughly impressed with the bone stock spec. Watching it on the trail with street tires…PRICELESS!! Another gem 💎 of a video. 🇺🇸😎

[@wayalife]

Awesome! So glad you enjoyed our video 😎

[@jbilbrey1]

Thanks so much for such a great video. Love your content. Thanks for showing us how capable a Wrangler is when it is stock, letting us know that we do not need to break the bank to have fun.

[@wayalife]

We're happy to hear you enjoyed our video and can appreciate what we're trying to show with Pippi. And no, you don't need to break the bank to have fun. 👍

[@danbrooks1990]

Just bought a 4-door Wrangler Sahara 2019 and can't wait to do something as awesome as this. Amazing video, loved the delivery and all the tips. Really well-edited as well. You've earnt a new subscriber in me!

[@wayalife]

We're flattered to hear you say as much, glad you enjoyed the video and appreciate the sub 😎

[@fm71450]

Wow! Thank you. I would not have tried the rocks - my total lack of experience. The planning you mentioned is so excellent. Thanks!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! We're so glad that you enjoyed our video and found it to be useful. 😎

[@christopherrodier866]

Awesome video! So cool to see a stock JL take on some rock crawling and do really well. Thanks for the lesson 🙂

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed our video 😎

[@mikepierson3097]

Love getting that Wayalife video notification! Thanks Cindy and Eddie!

[@wayalife]

LOL - so glad to hear it. Thank you.

[@nachovalenti]

Off road master class from Cindy and Eddie. Has been really useful and at the same time is awesome how well both are driving and your knowledge . I love so much my Jeep TJ but JL'S are impressive and beautiful as well. I love JEEP. Many thanks for sharing Cindy, Eddie and Ripley.

[@wayalife]

LOL - you're too kind and we really do appreciate it. Thank you.

[@Kimandy6862]

This was an awesome video. I live in Florida so we don’t have large rocks and this is the closest I can get onto an off-road adventure. Thank you!

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BennyTygohome]

Excellent vid. Thank you. Been waiting for this one. Love seeing the base platform of the sport performing in the rocks. Very fun! Git along little doggies.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. So glad you enjoyed it 😎

[@turbojunki]

Glad to see a longer video again from you guys👍🏽👍🏽.. I like how this can show people , just how capable stock Jeep’s are..

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear you like our longer videos. 😎

[@malachi2371]

Recognizing that I am a newbie, however I’ve watched lots of Wheeling content and I have to say that’s the most impressive display of skill that I have seen. I’ve heard it say that equipment is a crutch for skill and you certainly demonstrated that.

[@wayalife]

I'm humbled that you would say as much. Thank you.

[@immelting9834]

Finally someone makes a video with a Stock jeep . Thanks mate .

[@wayalife]

Glad you liked it! 😎

[@kevingraham8249]

Love watching this. It's like watching your favorite show start all over on season one! LOL! Well done Eddie and Cindy.

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it 😎

[@jljohnnysjeeplife]

Seeing Pipi turtling on that rock brought me back a few years. Thanks for making this video Ed. Very entertaining, and AWESOME flex on the Rubicon!

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it 😎

[@manojsaxena9840]

Hats off!! In this short video, you showed all the fundamentals of off-roading for newbies. Airing down, swaybar disconnect, taking the right line, deciding when to take a by-pass, seeking help. But, more importantly, you demonstrated that newbies can off-road with a stock Wrangler (I have a JL Willys) without dropping thousands of dollars on gear. Thank you. How can I reach out to you for learning more one to one?

[@wayalife]

Thank you, we're so happy to hear you were able to find our video to be helpful to you. I can always be reached on our WAYALIFE.com forum. :)

[@briangullickson9013]

Used to have a 1997 TJ, loved it!! That was an excellent demonstration of the capabilities and limitations of stock vs. modified-nice job; very well made video! The biggest takeaway I received is how much of an advantage having an automatic is while off-roading! Wheels down!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're happy that you enjoyed the video and yes, as much as I enjoy driving a manual, an automatic is better off road.

[@towjam1]

I was introduced to last chance canyon by your videos. I love it. I have run it twice now and had a blast.

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@disgruntledconservativevet1798]

I love that area in my RZR (never took my Jeep). Lots to explore. I never get tired of being out there.

[@manfred5890]

Wow, really impressive on what that stock JL can do!

[@wayalife]

Jeep really has done a great job with their Wrangler. The traction control on them is amazing.

[@khook100]

Another great video, can’t imagine the time you spend filming and editing. Been a little bit nervous on where we take our stock gladiator, seeing pippie (sp?) do that certainly helps our confidence level. Thanks!

[@wayalife]

Awesome, so glad you enjoyed our video and that it helped to inspire confidence in you 👍

[@teddymeredith2565]

The amount of effort you put into the videos really shines through. Looking forward to the next video!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're happy to hear you can appreciate the amount of work we put into making our videos. 😎

[@stuartb9194]

I've run a stock JK 2dr sport for over a dozen years and still learned something new from this. Thanks and Subbed!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@Ecobeastsoffroad]

Amazing! I was just recommended this video, I’m hooked!

[@wayalife]

Why thank you. So glad you enjoyed it! 😎

[@eugeneenslow8563]

WOW. I am super impressed with Pippi! This is by far the. Best. Off-road video I can recall ever watching. At least from the perspective of what a stock base Wrangler is capable of. Sorry TFL, the bar has been raised, the gauntlet. Thrown. Down.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're truly flattered that you would say as much.

[@rockingkvideos3160]

You guys kill it, always real, helpful, relatable and entertaining quality videos, thanks for sharing👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so happy that you enjoyed our video 😎

[@tomklunder4228]

Awesome video ! Thanks for doing this for us new to off-roading. Very inspirational and confidence building for me.

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you were inspired by our video. 😎

[@michaelgoodknight6329]

Great job PIPPI! Man, that sick gave you fits. Great video you two. Thanks for sharing 🤙🏼

[@wayalife]

LOL - it's a challenge for sure. Glad you enjoyed the video 😎

[@JGMan0011]

I also noticed that every time you took a less than optimal line it was only because you were fighting the stick/clutch and had less than smooth throttle modulation. (You are definitely an expert and definitely modest about it) You obviously have a lot of Jeep toys with manuals in your stable and I'll bet some of those vintage ones are manuals. I'm wondering why you thought the stick would be better than the "stock" automatic for Pippy? I love manuals for classic road cars & sports cars (& I live in an area with big city traffic issues, where slow, stop & go with my manuals suck) but for low speed and/or off-road driving?? How can the manual be a benefit to you guys for Pippy?

[@JEEP-N-DIRT]

DUDE!!!!! I've been waiting to see those new NITTO 38's on the JLU in action. I can't wait to get a set on my jeep. I'm assuming you'll do another video on just those tires and Jet. Great video, I noticed no lockers being used in the V-notch. Awesome to see the capabilities of our JL's in action and makes me appreciate my auto trans. Lol!. God bless you both. I hope to wheel with you guys when we make it out west next year. I'd love to join an event with you guys leading the way. You're an inspiration not only in the jeep but on the footage and editing and channel in general.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're truly humbled by your kind words and so happy to hear you enjoyed our video. Regarding the 38's, yes, we'll do a review on them soon. As far as no lockers being used goes, you really can't use them or at least fronts in the V-notch as you wouldn't be able to steer. Be great to meet and wheel with you some day.

[@MuddyRuttzz]

We went to the Jeep Adventure Academy in Hollister Hills. My wife did all the driving in our stock Willys Ecodiesel. Amazing how capable the vehicle is.

[@wayalife]

Awesome!

[@terryderush2657]

I showed this video to my jeep 🚙. And it said I told you so. Thanks for sharing this with us 🇺🇸🙏.

[@wayalife]

LOL - awesome 😁

[@AshesC2]

Thanks for sharing your experience...got to admit, I cringed a little bit with the first hit on the rocks...then you can't go back, up and over! nicely done.

[@wayalife]

LOL - glad you enjoyed the video 😎

[@robl6044]

That was a great video as for me I just have 35s and a lift but no lockers. Thanks

[@wayalife]

So glad that you enjoyed our video 😎

[@purelyrod9310]

Heck yeah! One of your best vids . Love the concept behind this video and the Pippi series as a whole - great idea!!!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're happy to hear you can appreciate what we're trying to do with Pippi 😎

[@asdfjkl426]

I love this video, and the way it shows how capable a stock jeep can be. It helps me to realize I don't have to trade my 2018 JLU Sahara in on a Rubicon to enjoy wheeling it!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Jeep did a great job with the JL and yes, you can play with what you've got! 👍

[@williamnewman2959]

Just such a awesome video! So cool! Seeing a stock Jeep do what you just did with it! Makes feel so good about the Jeep JLU Sport I have with a manual trans! Keep it coming! ❤️❤️❤️

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you enjoyed our video and very cool that you have a JLU Sport with a manual 👍