Coyote Flats to Funnel Lake with Overland 4Lo

Overlanding and exploration of Coyote Flats, Funnel Lake/Rocky Bottom Lakes and Sugarloaf Mtn trail network. Content shared is not intended to serve as official or expert use of equipment. Please prepare in advance and ensure you have proper recovery equipment and experience. #k9projectworks #AEV #AEVBrute #Jeep #jeeplife #overland #funnellake #coyoteflats #O4Lo #4runner #tacoma #offroad #395 #camping #4wd #41.22 #winch #recovery #32E303 #Sugarloaf Rd #

[@Michael_Tran]

We were there and got word by a bunch of bikers that there was a rig that was stuck on that trail. We rush over to see if we can help...our friend was in a red Tacoma wanted to help out but I guess you guys had someone coming already.

[@k9projectworks]

Nice seeing your group trailing near Coyote Flats and Sugarloaf trail! Thanks for offering up to help that stuck rig. Too bad they turned you around. We could've used the extra muscle. See you on the trails soon!

[@Michael_Tran]

@@k9projectworks No worry...we glad you got them out safely...that trail has claim a few rigs before. Definitely will be seeing your awesome rig again on the trail one day bro!

[@alvinalday]

Thanks Rod, Will & Jay, Brian and Brent for your help. I was really scared at one point. I actually didn’t see the sign I was looking at my line. No more black diamonds for “Soccermom”. Really fun trip. Can’t wait for the next one. Love your videos Rod!

[@k9projectworks]

Triple black diamond, at that. You did the right thing. You radio’d in for help. More power to you brother!

[@_beez33]

What a weekend! Learned a lot! Next investment...a winch LOL

[@k9projectworks]

Yes, bro! Once you get your set-up, let's plan a "Rigs & Recovery Session" to familiarize peeps with their gear!

[@_beez33]

@@k9projectworks You read my mind! I'm in!

[@JIKSER]

Teamwork baby!!! Good times Rod

[@mr2ti41]

Good looking out everyone!!

[@AmboyChamblis]

This is one main reason i dont do large group runs on side of mtns. 6 rigs max...

[@k9projectworks]

Smart! I totally agree. We should also ensure our drivers are capable and willing. Thanks for watching.

[@wherestarget1607]

It's like the lockers weren't working

[@venturahondo8218]

Nice recovery bro. Love how your rig is setup 🤙

[@k9projectworks]

Thanks buddy! Much appreciated! Love your T4Runner, as well! Hope to see you on the trails!

[@4122inc]

Whew guys! Glad everyone got away safely!

[@k9projectworks]

41.22 hitchslider put to work brother!

[@4122inc]

@@k9projectworks Love it!

[@markbisdak]

Nice rigs✌️🇵🇭🇺🇸

[@k9projectworks]

Thanks Mark! Much appreciated. 🤙

[@mickjlv5836]

Oooooooofffffffff

[@k9projectworks]

Seriously! Ooooooooffff LOL

[@benkamber9412]

How bad of a cliff is that? Hard to tell but looks terrifying.

[@k9projectworks]

Hey there! That cliff looked pretty bad from the camera angles, but I would say it was a good 20 foot steep drop down the hillside. It wasn't a sheer cliff, but definitely not worth risking. This group had two (5Gen 4Runners) and one (1st Gen Sequoia). The 4Runners cleared the obstacles with some minor fender scrapes and continued on the trail. The Sequoia "once recovered" turned back went to camp with our group. We all made it out safely back down the Coyote Flats side into Bishop. Thanks for watching!

[@Baddad53]

damn son

[@O4lo]

Damn!!! Lol that's too close!!! Awesome video! Does he have Center diff lock?

[@alvinalday]

Yes I was in 4Lo & low gear with center diff locked.

[@stevenpassow]

I almost had a heart attack watching on my screen

[@utahboy17]

Was watching this video and it looks like no one was in 4lo. That part is a little technical but my 2.5 in lifted jk doesn't raise a tire on that section. Maybe it just the way their set up.

[@k9projectworks]

I hear you and totally agree! These guys were in 4Lo, but their gearing doesn't seem to crawl as low as our Jeeps. At least from my experience, I tend to notice they use more gas to get going. I am used to driving Jeeps only, and it was pretty frustrating to try and get this rig up this obstacle, since it did not have the same crawl-ability to what I am used to.

[@alexisolvera8372]

Hey! I’m trying to go do some dispersed camping in coyote flats area and was wondering how the beginning of the trail is for a car with stock suspension. I know I won’t make it to coyote flats but would love to drive the road!

[@ItsPapaa]

What car is it? Last year i went the trail was pretty rough. Really steep and got a lot of rutted sections I wouldn’t recommend a stock car on. The trail is probably a lot worse this year from all the snow melt. You can get close up near south lake trail though

[@pennmikael]

@@ItsPapaaI’m also thinking about going up. Stock suspension gx460 and a lx470. Both have full skids and sliders. Do we stand a chance?

[@k9projectworks]

I would recommend a 4x4 with 4Lo and some decent ground clearance. A modified AWD vehicle might be pushing it, but it is possible. Of course, this is only after the trail has been re-opened and the dirt road has been leveled. The trails up there were damaged recently (huge deep rutted sections.) Don't go alone and bring recovery gear.

[@k9projectworks]

You will want some ground clearance, only as there as some off camber sections that your tires may bring your frame down into the ground. That said, a decently experienced off roader can take a stock 4x4 up there, but it all depends if the deep rutted section have been filled in. Thanks for watching!

[@alexisolvera8372]

@@k9projectworks I got just as much as a stock tacoma, 9.5 inches. I drive a Subaru Outback wilderness with no lift just skid plates. What would you say

[@805gregg]

Top Heavy Tents not good for off road, made for the flat terrain of South Africa where they were invented to keep campers safe from Lions and Hyenas at night not need in N America

[@k9projectworks]

Yes sir! Top heavy and off camber = No good!

[@AJG77]

Is it just me or does it look like you guys probably need a little bit better technique on recovery

[@k9projectworks]

You are correct! This recovery could have gone bad quickly and showed us the many mistakes that were made.I decided to take an approved off road recovery course two months after this. Now, we try to practice safer winching, anchoring, and safe placement along with proper recovery gear. More importantly, making better decisions and line selection to prevent getting stuck in the first place. I just took another refresher last month. Thanks for watching 🙏🏽

[@kg2995]

A perfect example of why you go prepared. These guys are not. Too many expensive flashing lights not enough recovery gear. But nice problem solving near the end.

[@k9projectworks]

Well said! A lot of lessons were learned and more can be taught from this experience. I am planning to revisit this recovery with what went wrong (many things) and what could have led to a disaster and the takeaways for future trips. I am planning to get formal recovery/winch training from certified recovery organization to help our community be better prepared. Thanks for watching 👍🏽

[@theninja001]

Why didn’t the white 4Runner hook up to the Sequoia and pull? And the Sequoia should have been turned full passenger so it would crab walk back onto the road while being winched. You just need to slow down and consider all possibilities.