Did the Red Wrecker survive the Off Road Wrecker Games?

[@CaseyLaDelle]

The last thing you have after this event is your tail between your legs! You came in with the rig that was the least setup for this particular terrain, and still absolutely rocked it! It was an honor to finally meet you and your team in person and I’m hoping we can get together again in the future!

[@fredio54]

Amen. Top dude, attitude counts for everything and his is unbeatable.

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

Casey thank you so much! You know we are all huge fans of yours as well! We need to have you out this summer and bounce around in the woods! SO great to have met you!

[@chaddesantis4191]

Wisconsin Wrecker games '24!!

[@RocklandingAdventures]

I second that. I went ahead to watch other competitors, but my wife stayed with Eric. Eric, you did a great job! HT to you! I'm glad you attended Wrecker Games, because I could learn about you and your team! We're admiring you and your team for finishing that competition, even that everyone else already left. BTW, we have a rock from the place which you hit with your rig :)

[@mudfun3703]

Can't wait to watch all the videos you guys put out from the event Eric super happyier about the lift can't wait see the install

[@fixitnate]

Eric, you didn't really build that thing to be a rock crawler like every other competitor did and you did most of it anyway. That's a win. And that Rory... man, everyone needs a friend like Rory. That guy is top notch.

[@tomlucasrccrawlers9108]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@lowrangemaniac5326]

I want a friend like them all! Like Matt, Rory, Paul and Eric! Such a great family imo

[@spacebunz]

🎯👍🏻100%

[@popcola1462]

Don't pump up rory's head to much he might see this lmao. Jk rory is a top notch guy for sure.

[@andrewsharman4419]

Rory is the absolute real deal! Good job Eric.

[@mritron7649]

Eric you are the original off road wrecker and have led me and many others to the other channels! You are number 1!

[@gordonmurray3153]

Ditto!

[@douglasstewart4066]

Amen

[@accelement3499]

without a doubt

[@tractorboy31]

Yes you guys were the first for me too and Eric runs in terrain like where I'm at. I kinda would like to wheel a little but my tractors take my $$

[@woodflea]

Thank you for the support!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey that's my Orange sticker/channel logo on your door. I was super impressed with you, your team and your truck.

[@pallidbustofpallas4679]

Tail tucked? Hell, none of this would have happened without you! You're a legend! Hope your channel see's some much deserved growth from this and you can make all the repairs and upgrades you want. The Red Wrecker will ride again!

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

Thank you for all of the support!

[@jw7037]

Can't believe I'm still watching this old wrecker drive around, it's been saving people on video since I had dial up internet!! The best!

[@abnpthfdr2934]

As said by Matt himself, you are the original "off road recovery guy" I'm willing to bet that you've inspired many others, plus the title of "The Original Off-Road Recovery" nobody can take it away. Keep you head held high; you represented your crew gallantly.🤙🏻

[@AFloridaSon]

No reason to think you need to tuck your tail between your legs. I (and many others) was Team BSF. We knew going in that the wrecker is set up for Wisconsin mud trails in the woods. I've seen some really great comments and a few videos from people who were amazed by y'all. Getting as far as you got in a rock crawling competition while driving a mudder truck, made those of us rooting for y'all, proud. Be safe on your drive home.

[@andrewsharman4419]

No shame in that Eric. Great job from a wrecker built for very very different terrain and conditions. Just see it as a learning opportunity for potential upgrades!

[@RampionJeep]

You guys have absolutely nothing to tuck tail for. That was incredible wheeling from everyone's standpoint! Absolutely world-class wrecker work all around, keep it up!

[@boydwz66]

Totally agree

[@keithmalmberg8395]

Each rig is built for a very particular purpose. Yours is the original off road wrecker and is built for the woods. The other rigs are built for recovery out in the rocks. You did great, see you in the woods!!

[@LUMP1713]

with the exception of a few battle scars, That wrecker did a helluva job trying to climb those rocks. You’re a great driver Eric!

[@jeffclark2725]

Well said

[@johnd9000]

Don’t fix those… let’er wear em proudly :)

[@annagarner1280]

I for one was surprised at how well your truck did... Maybe narrow the bed a smig and make the shoot next year...

[@LUMP1713]

@@annagarner1280 he needs to lower his gears in order to make the chute. Not enough power, he said!

[@jeffclark2725]

@@johnd9000 Agreed!! dent of honor

[@sparkyofsocal]

All in all you did a great job. The wrecker did a great job also. I think I speak for a few folks saying we hope you come back again. It’s hard on equipment, it’s hard on the pocketbook but the off-road industry and participants really do respect you and your crew. It would not be the same if you were not participating, everyone loves to root for the people with the funny accent!😊

[@pseudocoder78]

As a resident of Wisconsin, I have to agree with this, except I don't know what accent you're talking about! Glad to see some representation from our area. Also I think everyone gives you extra credit realizing you are hanging in there with the best while being out of your normal element.

[@Kiki-Kauai]

Rory is just good people. Sorry you guys got banged up but happy you made the trip and everyone’s going home unscathed. The wrecker can be fixed. 🌺

[@carlsandvik2893]

Way to go BSF. I couldn't make it to the games, but I was wearing my BSF Wrecker Games hat in honor! I love that you absconded with the door!!!!

[@garyspoering2463]

DITTO!

[@n4gix]

Eric, I believe that your rig did a fine job, especially considering that it is not set up to be a rock crawler. Between that and that you have essentially zero experience rock crawling were significant handicaps. Everyone had their share of difficulties, and several teams managed to flip their towed cars upside down, and got their share of "beauty marks" from rock bites. Thank you and everyone of the participants for providing hours of entertainment, especially for those like myself who are essentially house bound. What impressed me the most is the way that everyone seemed willing to help out whenever needed, without regard to being "competitors". The "games" were intended to be entertainment and fun. That goal was met, in my opinion. Good luck and God Bless!

[@usmclee65]

You guys did great, thanks for some great times watching, be safe driving home!!!!

[@mooshaker]

That wrecker went places it was never built to go. Awesome job Eric and crew. Looking forward to the videos.

[@russellhltn1396]

Each wrecker was built for the area it operates. Maybe next time the games should be held in your area. I'd like to see Matts wrecker fit between the trees.

[@tedfisk1211]

You did great, Eric. You participated and got the battle scars to prove it. In reality, the wrecker games was just a huge pile of camaraderie among a bunch of friends. Let's see what you do to the wrecker with your new lift system after you return home. Great job, Eric.

[@BlueOxDiesel]

Eric your the only truck out there that is a ACTUAL tow truck,suspension and body! You are not a custom built rock crawler but your truck could tow a car down the road, not them. You did pretty damn well. MNGO4.

[@ITubeTooInc]

"but your truck could tow a car down the road, not them." Tow Mater from Merlins Old School Garage towed his Jeep 300 miles to the Wrecker Games all the way from Lake Havasu. Go watch his video titled: "Will We Even Make it to the Off Road Wrecker Games?" The BSF wrecker is not at all the only off-road wrecker that can tow a car down the road.

[@oregonfordguy9812]

​@ITubeTooInc merlin flat towed his jeep,not boom towed. his sling unit isn't dot approved for on highway towing. thus it's not a legal tow truck. and in some states not even a legal truck without more modification.

[@1SweetPete]

@@oregonfordguy9812 you know you're in the right shop when the trucks need more mods to be legal

[@Tpbmods]

I want to express how proud I am of you guys. You were out of your home element using a tried tested and true wrecker for a totally different environment and you drove the wheels off it! Youre the OG's of Wrecker youtube, and have inspired an entire sub culture, and none of this would ever have come around without BSF

[@johnhpalmer6098]

Actually, this wrecker is the closest to being an original wrecker, but it is his second one, but based on I think the same year as the stock wrecker that broke its frame for a second time during an event he was working. He bought that original wrecker having been rode hard and put away wet, with a sketchy frame repair already. He did what the wrecker needed, including beefing up the frame if I recall, drove it for several years, then the frame breaks in half, sending the top of the boom in through the back window while towing a crawler out. The current wrecker is based on a GMC/Chevy Dooley that was originally kitted out as a dump truck, but with a diesel that had issues, so the old V8 and the wrecker bed from the old wrecker were installed, reusing the original PTO on the new truck and he had a new wrecker. I think he built this current wrecker a decade or so ago.

[@RobKingRC]

Nothing like a square body!!! I still have my 1987 sierra classic 4 x 4 with lots of work done to it!! Great job out there Eric!!! 🇺🇸

[@jeffclark2725]

No way to feeling bad, You get to go home heads high, you made it there, all behind you 2 making the trip , and participating, Lots of great video footage, Thumbs up

[@berkc06]

Survived? You did F great job Eric! It was so fun to watch the Red Wrecker.

[@trent1234108]

BSF is one of my oldest subs that I still watch. Seeing you outside of your typical environment is always fun. I'd love to see the other guys try and keep up in your environment!

[@shaneharrison4775]

Eric you rock and having Rory spot you into the chute and line you and not wanting to miss it is totally awesome

[@marktucker7454]

Eric for a forest based wrecker recovery driver, DARN you did well. You did your best and you had fun, that's all that anyone could have asked for. May be next year, the wrecker games could be through a muddy forest and I'd bet my last 50c you'll be pulling the others out of muddy puddles.

[@dougbowen4685]

That’s not a bad idea, actually, if this is to be an annual event, it should cycle to different locations, giving everybody the chance for the “home team” advantage.

[@garyspoering2463]

Amen!

[@Kats4Brekkie]

Your tail is no where near between your legs. Your tail is held high and proud. I've only seen snippets from the games, waiting for all your videos to drop, but you've done an incredible job, and what Rory is saying is right, where your wrecker comes from is a totally different landscape and need from the rest who were either building for that area, or similar as that is where they serve, or were able to change just for it. Seriously, be proud, you've done an amazing job there! You really are the Original Off Road Wrecker, and I love that you were included in these games. I've been watching some of the past videos from like years ago, and you had this before it even became popular. We're all proud of you and what you've achieved, and done as a free service! Also why is Seat Cover called Seat Cover?

[@pauldunaway5113]

Seat Cover is old CB radio jargon.

[@Kats4Brekkie]

@@pauldunaway5113 Thanks for that, googled it, and understand why Mara is called Seat Cover now.

[@RustyZipper]

It’s a silly name but fitting

[@garyspoering2463]

10-4!

[@55VickyV]

The main thing is, despite the “rock bites”, did you and your family have a good time?

[@eshootziscrs2868]

Can't wait to see you're vids from the games. You're truck is out of it's element there. They should have included a day in the snow and mud. Maybe not great for the spectators but fun for the viewers. Next collab, let's have Matt build a frame, Paul build a drive train, Rory build the suspension, Eric build the body and and recovery systems, Robby do the body mods and paint, ..... Or divide the channels into teams to build competition vehicles for a wrecker rodeo. Was a great event, awesome seeing you and your family get out of the snow and visit the desert.

[@steveschmitt2849]

You Eric, and your whole crew deserve a big thumbs up👍👍👍, you guys traveled the farthest and put on a great show with wrecker that's second to none when it comes to trail rescues. Travel safely and we will look forward to your uploads.

[@Wisco_sin]

I love she said “I support all my friends” what a great attitude :)

[@montegtaylor]

Congrats on the wrecker games and not breaking more than you did. Looked like a bunch of fun. Rory is a good guy. He is always helpful.

[@gregfemrite3150]

You came to this event wit the most awesome truck, not built, but ready for anything, and you did it, you are the og champion, been following you for along time, love your content

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

I appreciate that!

[@stacideraps9423]

It was so nice to meet you all. Thank you for a great show! We’re fans for life now!

[@mwfarms]

Nothing there to tuck tail about Eric. Your truck is built for an entirely different environment. I'd like to see those other guys go wheel in your back yard. Been watching you do the impossible with that rig for years. You should be proud of participating in this incredible event. Sincerely hope you go back next time. That is an awesome bunch of people out there. Have a safe trip back home.

[@tncoffroadrecovery7126]

For rory to unload his rig after already having it loaded up to go with you is mad respect for you. From the few videos i have seen you need to hold your head up high because you done great and got the job done. Now come back to the mud, hills, and hollers that they would have a difficult time with the way there rigs are set up. Like rory said it works great for you where your from. Lots of respect to you from central Indiana. Maybe one day we can wheel together.

[@matthewfrost532]

You and Roy get added points for doing it longer then the others

[@timothyowens4942]

You have nothing to be ashamed of. You never gave up! you never gave in! I have followed your channel since your original wrecker and aways will,far as I'm concerned..You are the recovery king!

[@ljw2896]

Hell yeah ERICs the MAN

[@jwszewczyk]

No need for disappointment. The BSF wrecker is the most stock unit I saw in the clips and it did very well. Some of those custom rigs certainly would be quite the investment! Can't wait for the videos for the upkeep and improvements.

[@wyotimc]

We followed the rest of the pack to the top, then walking back to our Rzr caught up to your trip. We had so much fun turning around and following you back up to the top. Your perseverance was so inspiring and entertaining. Hope your trip home is safe and you plan to come back next time.

[@rarelyright]

So impressed! This rig wasn’t built for rock crawling, nice job Bsf!

[@danielsills4244]

You should be very proud of yourselves. Each part of the country requires different builds. You did an excellent job. I would like to see the others in your part of the country.

[@henrycarlson7514]

So Wise , Thank You . I agree you're Wrecker is adapted for where you use it. I am waiting patiently for you're videos . From what I can tell You and you're team have NOTHING to be ashamed of .

[@kaisabens4856]

You can hold your head high. Just because you couldn't do that one you still have an awesome truck for your area. We can't wheel without guys like you. Thanks for all you do,

[@jordanhicken]

Thank you for coming out here to Utah. It was a blast seeing you in person. Even though your truck isn’t built to rock crawl, you did a great job. Keep up the great work.

[@mediocremike5986]

Well done Eric and your team. You must be frustrated and a little disappointed after such a long drive but you took it well. It wasn’t about winning. Nice to see Rory helping out.

[@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550]

Rory is the kind of guy that will not leave anyone behind. I agree with your comment.

[@ramjam720]

Queue up the theme song from the movie "Rocky". I think that I smell a year 2 redemption for Eric and the BSF Recovery Team. Safe journey back to the Land O'Lakes. 🙏👌

[@robertyouens7764]

Congrats on a great wrecker games. Thank you for driving all the way to Utah to take part!

[@jameswilliams-pn9sx]

Eric and the entire BSF recovery team my money was on you the only authentic original and mainly stock wrecker you guys killed it and will always be my favorite wrecker from a guy in Idaho your team is #1 weep wheeling and I hope to see you on a trail one day

[@christinasternertalley927]

Thank you for your support

[@kenmurray4232]

A totally different element for you & the truck to be in. A lot learned & some fixes to be made. Hold your head up for everything you accomplished. Looking forward to upcoming videos.

[@Hetpust]

whaaat between the legs, u say?? pride to participate on the most thrilling event ever. those dents has a history unique. thanks for the show fantastique 💯💯💯

[@dps67]

For not being in their terrain, you and your team did damn good!

[@byronjones2231]

I am Proud of you for never quiting Eric. Its always a challenge to go from mud to rock to sand. Its three different setups, and I think you did great especially seeing you have additional 1000 pounds of weight it seemed like.

[@jackiemay2979]

What a Champ! You did a fabulous job! You are still #1 in so many ways!

[@mntmantimes]

It was so cool to meet you and see your truck in person. You guys definitely held your own out there. Watching you climb right up the waterfall and then find Matt struggling with it for 5 or so minutes was a great example. You folks are made of the same Midwestern grit as me and I salute you

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

Thanks! We very much appreciate the kind words!

[@garyfox33]

Eric and the entire BSF Team have absolutely nothing to be ashamed of or any reason to tuck your tail between your legs. From the short videos I've seen you and the wrecker did one heck of a job outside your normal surroundings. I was so glad you were able to make the trip out to the wrecker games even though you have some work to do on the wrecker when you get back home. Safe travels back home and can't wait to see all the videos from all the channels.

[@randynovak4367]

You can be proud, I felt you did very well!

[@caseyriches7899]

Are you coming back to Utah for Easter Jeep Safari this year? Glad you were invited to the Matt's Offroad Wrecker Games. Next year you should host it in the woods and have Matt, Fab Rats, and Trailmater travel East to compete.

[@dennisgeroux4483]

Eric, you did good. That was a tough course and put up your best fight. Things break and those are issues you need to deal with. You gave it your best shot, glad to see you were there.

[@joemodley7934]

NO shame!! She wasn't built for Rock Crawling!!! But she represented well!!! Anything to improve her... will just make her better at what she does!!!

[@QuidproMoto]

No Heads hanging for this team!!! You guys did great and should be proud of the show you put on even if it wasnt the one you intended. I amsure we all feel that way. Cant wait to see the shop with the "new stuff"!

[@ianstoyan]

I respect you greatly for trying. There's no shame in not ascending that horrendous gully.

[@JefferyBirkhofer]

It was so awesome to see you guys there and competing the way you did!! Thank you. We had a fantastic time. See you next year at Sand Hollow!

[@titanoffroad]

So proud of you Eric, so glad to be a sponsor! Wish we could have made it as planned, looks like a good time and you certainly could have used an extra hand. Next year God willing, no back surgeries or family members passing away within a week or two of next year's event we can be there!

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

You're the best!

[@titanoffroad]

@@offroadrecoveryteam nah, you guys got that title covered already. We'll happily take second best lol. Let's chat soon, find another video collaboration, just get together again even and just see what happens with the cameras rolling. One of us will find some trouble to get into lol. If you need another set of hands, whatever it is now that you're back, let us know.

[@everettdegrasse8478]

I love those old wreckers and yours has the stock look I go for! You never know what they can do until you try it and you are a great sport for giving it a go.🏆

[@getoutwithrockandsherri]

That's one tough wrecker, and one heck of a wrecker driver!😁

[@jeffvallentine913]

There are only a handful of people who have the experience, resources, and knowledge to do what you do. 5 of them were just at the Wrecker games. You're one of a very select group that actually do what you do for a lifestyle. BSF has been there, done it, and has the tee shirt! Strong work! Safe travels home!

[@lethargicmotorsport2025]

I’m really glad that y’all went to the games , The truck is really impressive and I have enjoyed watching y’all for years now. Hope y’all come back

[@alangriggs4420]

You need to invite everyone up your way. If nothing else, you found out who your friends are, and you had a blast making that discovery. Thawing out was probably the best part. Your new lift hopefully will make life easier!!!!

[@cherylmartin4050]

That would be cool

[@seanmanness1351]

There is no going home with your tail between your legs! You and the truck did absolutely amazing!!!

[@AlbertDBurch]

Congrats on the new lift. It will help you very much. You deserve it.

[@_Adventures-di1ty]

We're so glad you tried the chute and kept the door from the Isuzu! You're drive and spirit are endless! We had a blast supporting our "home team" and all of the others as well. Thank you for everything!

[@amurpher]

No spoilers, but this just shows how incredible the community is. Of course there’s more goodness to come.. it’s heartwarming how this community embraced the midwesterner!

[@Clawson_customs]

It was awesome to see you guy here in Utah and you all look like you got plenty of sunshine

[@RamseyredtoadPayne]

I've watched you for a while now and never subscribed but seeing you the last few days convinced me I needed to be a part of what you got going on. Next year bring them boys to your neck of the woods for wrecker games and show them how it's done!

[@huntspoint3442]

Good job Eric! I was there and you did a hell of a job. Thanks for the show.

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

Any time! Thank you for coming out and supporting us. IT meant the world to the entire team to have the fans cheering us on ! We met so many amazing people!

[@stephenlewis9550]

It was very cool seeing the wrecker hanging in there with those that may have been a little closer to their home environment. I'd say hold your head high

[@user-se5zz3yj9c]

Working Man never Quits…nor does His Fam👊🇺🇸👊 The OG❤️❤️❤️

[@jesseleesamples]

Rory must really be as nice of a guy as I’ve heard to take a rig off the trailer and come up there to try and help get you through, then help you repair the truck and get out. Also the kind words about your truck not being built for this environment ring true. I’m sure his truck and the others would struggle much more in your neck of the woods. If you plan to upgrade the wrecker to come back next year I’m sure Rory would be the perfect person to talk to since he’s a square body guy who knows that environment. I hope someday Rory, Matt and the others can come wheel in the woods in your area. That’d be so fun to watch.

[@birddog435]

New fan here. No holding you head down. This is all because of you!!! The OG!!! You will be back and stronger then ever!!!

[@joshcook8498]

I never would of started watching Matt, Rory, Paul, or Merlin if I hadn't started watching you first. To be able to take your wrecker build for the woods and give those purpose built wreckers a run for their money, on their turf is something to be very proud of. Also maybe a little lower of gear might not be a bad idea. Would definitely make a difference towing some of those heavier rigs through the mud.

[@rolandschoepf8118]

Eric you have nothing to be ashamed of! I have a new appreciation of just how competent and capable you are as a team lead, tow truck driver and professional hauler!

[@jeremynelson8496]

I saw one video of the event so far. Absolutely brutal. Huuuge props to you for sending it big time.

[@cameronjacobs3144]

Awesome! I'm glad you came & hope you had a good time!

[@gussyshield2456]

Eric, I love your philosophy and you never appear ‘rattled’; you are one of the original pioneers.

[@mikeanderson1316]

My wife and I got to watch Eric do this live at the wrecker games. we met Eric afterwards on our way home at a gas station in Colorado on his way home. Super nice guy. It was great spending time with you Eric. Thanks

[@stevemiller3082]

Really nice to see how you guys support each other. Just the way Rory said “I’ll spot you in there and line you up.” You can hear the genuine concern for a friend. This looks like fun and look how long they’ve been doing this. You can easily get hurt. Then when Rory suggests that “it’s an improvement that needs to be made.” It’s just neat to see.

[@SDbeermug72]

You took that old GMC to places she was never designed for! She still came out a winner in my book. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👏👏

[@guidologo]

I can't wait to see you finally do this!!! (You had to give up) as i understood this group was way of their beaten track so all the props to them for being there!

[@stanleysmith1278]

Your the BOMB 💥 and the wrecker too,,, thank you Eric you're the foundation of the off road wrecker so don't change 👍🏻🇺🇸🦅🤠🏁

[@JimSealyJr]

It’s amazing to see you taking that wrecker through as many of the trails as you did, going where purpose built rock crawlers struggle.

[@DodgeDurango-de5po]

The fact that Rory helped is amazing. You couldn't have a more experienced guy to spot & help you. There is nothing to be ashamed about not making it up the shoot. So glad Eric you gave it a try. No regrets going home wondering if you could had made it. Really looking forward to further videos.

[@CARyan08]

Well done...what a great experience for everyone. Keep the positive attitude going. 🏆

[@russelllavender7310]

WELL Eric, from our side of the world, I saw nothing but a bunch of like minded people having a great time you all done good. I binged on àll the footage ì could find and any damage is the price of a good time yayý

[@pboutdoors85]

You all are the best and have such a great attitude! Look forward to the rest of the videos and future videos repairing the truck and getting it back for woods recoveries!

[@mygarden365]

Eric You did great,enjoyed Your showing!!!!

[@Natschke_Family_Adventures]

Considering the other trucks were specifically built for that terrain, and your truck is made more for muddy trails you did awesome! It's a win in my book.

[@bartwoolever4622]

Keep your head up. You where out of your normal. Next year they need to come to you on your playground. Glad to see you all had fun and learned more about your wreckers.

[@jaycehall]

Super impressed by your team and the trucks performance. Really glad you guys made the trip out.

[@fordpower8264]

Hope you guys had fun! Can’t wait to see more videos with you and Matt together. Should invite him to your neck of the woods

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

We hope to have all of the teams out here in the near future!

[@detlefpickut8310]

Hi Eric, hello team. There were no losers this weekend!!! Maybe one unlucky one. Your team faced the rocks and where possible did a good job again. I watched with enthusiasm for hours. As I have been doing on your channels for a long time. Respect!!!! I hope you arrived home safely. Best wishes to the team!

[@John-do7xg]

It was great seeing you and seat cover at the games Eric, you did just fine. I think the next step is to bring the gang to an event in your neck of the woods and see how those guys do in the deep mud. Maybe you could set it up as a fundraiser for a good cause.... Anyway, I love watching your channel, and I look forward to seeing more.