Jeep Gladiator Truck Overland Off-Road Old Florida Road Massachusetts Nitto JL JT Experience Part 4

For the 2nd half of our 2nd day on Lobster Quest, the Nitto JL/JT Experience presented by KMC Wheels, the good guys from NORA took us out to another awesome trail located in the northwest corner of Massachusetts and it's known as, Old Florida Road. Following along the Hoosac Range and crossing through the Savoy Mountain State Forest, this short but beautiful trail was apparently an old town road that had long since been abandoned and left to deteriorate. While most of the trail was easy for our JT Gladiators and JL Wranglers, there were two notable obstacles that proved to be a real challenge especially thanks to all the rain we'd been getting. Thank goodness we all came prepared with WARN winches! We hope you enjoy seeing all the fun we had.
We hope you've been enjoyed watching EVO, Synergy, Skyjacker, PSC, JKS, Tactical Off Road, Hi-Lift, all the participants and of course, yours truly taking on some of the fun trails the east coast has to offer. If you haven't done so already, Cindy and I would be grateful if you could please SUBSCRIBE to our KZbin channel!
Also, a BIG THANKS goes out to Chris Corbett for allowing us to use some of the footage that he got this day.
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[@RenegadeNomad]

Years ago, I was hiking up that road wondering who the hell was scattering paint and shards of Jeep parts all over the trail. And somehow I stumbled upon this video today, answering my questions. Awesome video. 🤘🏻

[@wayalife]

LOL - glad we could show you what can be done. Beautiful area out there.

[@Jeeppeeps]

western mass is wild im so happy people still haven't figured it out yet but i am also glad the berkshires are getting a little shine!

[@red07JK]

The back drop is awesome with the fall colors.

[@wayalife]

It really was awesome to wheel in such beauty :)

[@red07JK]

Wayalife I live in Missouri and love wheelin in the fall. Just out enjoying the colors.

[@jacmens]

Eddie wat a BEAST this Gladiator....EVO perfection... have some cool fun with it... greetings from europe Holland

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@xdboardsurfer]

@10:00 I love how you can approach an obstacle with a plan, but in an instant the situation has changed entirely. There's no predicting rocks that slick!

[@wayalife]

So much truth!

[@Jeeppeeps]

WHEELING IN NEW ENGLAND IS AMERICAS FINEST! people sleep on us and we’re okay with that 😂

[@teddonley9594]

You've said it before and it's true, nothing stops Cindy from getting her footage ! Snow, rain, bears, dragons, flying rocks lol a huge part of why I personally love your videos is the quality of the film making. You guys need a black Cindy hat in your Merch with your logo and the words get your shot in white lol hell I'd buy that

[@wayalife]

LOL - that might be something we have to do! So glad you can appreciate the work that goes into making our videos :)

[@notarice8509]

Glad to see you enjoyed Massachusetts man, right about now all the leaves are red and orange and it's even more beautiful. It's so funny, I've been living here my entire life and I take the foliage for granted when in fact it's a phenomenon that's unique to our region

[@wayalife]

We're so happy that we could see and experience it for ourselves :)

[@notarice8509]

Wayalife if you are ever back in Massachusetts you should definitely check out Cape Cod is a large region of our state that has a lot of flat lands/beach area and it the polar opposite of the North Adams and Berkshire mountain areas.

[@stealtheli]

I am from Colorado and the color were super cool. That was fun

[@wayalife]

We get a lot of color out in our neck of the woods too but nothing quite like what we saw here. And, it only got better as the trip went on.

[@peterf.4268]

Amazing cinematography you guys!

[@wayalife]

Thank you, we're so glad you enjoyed our video :)

[@JK_Joyride]

Nice to see you in our neck of the woods! OFR is one of my favorite public trails. Those Gladiators did awesome considering the long wheelbase. I'm impressed!

[@wayalife]

Had an absolute blast wheeling on your trails! The Gladiators are big but as you can see, they held their own.

[@minegun3]

@@wayalife are you guys coming to VT or NH side as well?

[@travman2863]

Thank you for bringing me on this adventure with your KZbin channel when I can't afford to go on adventures like this it is nice to be able to watch it on KZbin keep up the good work.

[@wayalife]

We're so happy that we can take you along even if only through our videos and we're happy to hear you've been enjoying them.

[@terryderush7066]

Travman Yes this is my thoughts to. It is enjoyable just to watch but it would be great to be there.

[@melanietrigo9548]

What can I say; great trail, great scenery, great cinematography, great Gladiator performance, and great celebratory ending. Love it. Keep them coming.

[@wayalife]

Awesome, thank you. So glad you enjoyed it :)

[@twistedhippie7608]

Loved watching the Sahara as well! Thats how you get the fancy interior before you go Full EVO!

[@wayalife]

Yup, that's one way of doing it :)

[@lostarrowoverland4067]

The EVO outfitted JT is showing itself to be a bit of a trials bike ... Fun Stuff!

[@wayalife]

LOL - that's one way of putting it :)

[@johnd5805]

That's serious 4x4 wheel`n there people.

[@wayalife]

Yup, it was a lot of fun too :)

[@bigbudzo.3087]

so glad you guys got to get over to this one. as someone from this area it is a great little trail...this time of year even better with the leaves turning like they are. glad you all are liking what we wheel on :)

[@wayalife]

Oh yeah, it was an awesome trail and we're so glad we got to run it.

[@grtelli]

I’m LOVING the series!!! GREAT JOB!!!! 👍🏻

[@wayalife]

Awesome, so glad to hear it!

[@nachovalenti]

Beautiful place is like paradise. Your driving is perfect Eddie,you know at all times where to place the wheels and with what intensity to use de accelerator. Waiting already for another exciting and amazing video. Many thanks Cindy and Eddie for your magnificent work.

[@wayalife]

You're way too kind. I just get lucky more times than not. It really was beautiful out there though. So glad you enjoy seeing all of it :)

[@frankansley7941]

Love your Jeep Gladiator and your videos! Thanks for taking us along. Your poor JK had to stay home.

[@wayalife]

LOL - yeah, I think he was bummed. Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@johnstup4479]

Rain, leaves on the ground, makes for one slick trail. Very challenging. Love the videos! You all are awesome.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. So happy to hear you enjoyed it :)

[@GoatOffroad]

Those trails remind us of where we live in Washington. Like you said the trees are different but the terrain and rain looks like home! Great video! And I love your attitude about you are not gonna drive that far just to take by-passes!! ❤️🐞

[@wayalife]

LOL - I mean really, when's the next time I'm gonna be out that way :)

[@rockingkvideos3160]

Well done👍, great video, great wheeling and thank you Mel for giving these guys a legend of a rig and the JL/JT experience👍👍👍🇺🇸

[@wayalife]

So glad you enjoyed the video and yes, Mel makes the best stuff money can buy :)

[@warrior69fox]

This is my home town. Some mean trails out there!

[@wayalife]

Wicked good time out there for sure.

[@warrior69fox]

Wayalife “wicked” been a while since I heard that used haha I moved out to California about 18 months ago. Spent my first 30 years born and raised in adams mass

[@HP.Customs]

That red PSC gladiator is just beautiful. That one is my fav.

[@wayalife]

It really is a nice looking truck.

[@mikem7618]

Awesome to see you guys experiencing the trails we run and love 👍🏼

[@wayalife]

We had a great time wheeling them for sure.

[@OnMyMemoryCard]

Great video! Trails look exactly like Ontario Canada, silvery as ****! Eddie made it look so easy!

[@wayalife]

LOL - got lucky :) Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@sonnicman]

I'm winching in the rain, just winching in the rain. Wow, your Gladiator handled OFR remarkably well. My hats off to Mel for coming up with one heck of a product. Exciting seeing Synergy do a little slip and slide. I guess they weren't synergizing with the rock. :0) Really fun to watch you all wheel on my local trails.

[@wayalife]

LOL - too funny! You sure have some fun trails for sure :)

[@jerryhaun5994]

Poor moby been put out to pasture. The ol'gray mare she ain't what she use to be .lol great video as always.

[@wayalife]

LOL - Moby is still our primary daily driver :)

[@FrancoisTX1974]

Another great video. The forest is so colorful, beautiful.

[@wayalife]

Thank you and yes, the forest was really beautiful :)

[@mssammielowe]

The JT's are bad @ss!... All the Jeep's were Rock Stars, but I love how you and others on the trail/trip prove the JT's can wheel with the best... Great Vid Eddie and Cindy... The cinematographer is spectacular!

[@wayalife]

I won't lie, there were times when I had my doubts but time and time again, the JT's proved themselves to be formidable on the trail. Granted, they were all running UD60's, 40" Nitto's and of course, EVO suspension systems. Oh, Cindy is flattered with your kind words :)

[@rachelwhite4449]

Epic! So beautiful!

[@wayalife]

It really was a great time of year to be out there.

[@jorgelrod]

Great Video Eddie, what a way to show them how it's done!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Had a lot of fun out there for sure :)

[@lazbogi]

Beautiful trail

[@wayalife]

It really was :)

[@jackhook4192]

Awesome video my friends as always we was at windrock this week wet raining and very slippery but loads of fun.

[@wayalife]

You guys have some fun terrain out there.

[@cristianurrutia2097]

you guys awesome...lovely

[@wayalife]

So glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@TheCuz117]

What a pretty place! Excellent series of your adventure, enjoy them so much!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're glad that we could share this with you and that you enjoyed seeing it :)

[@kevinellis5327]

Rock bouncing JLs I like it

[@wayalife]

LOL - I suppose there was a bit of that :)

[@edsadventures3575]

Amazing vids! Ur JT is awesome! U found a really good group to wheel with... Living the dream!

[@wayalife]

So glad you're enjoying them :)

[@redneckmetalhead1931]

At least i can still watch your videos, while i wait for Uwharrie to open back up, so i can go wheeling again lol. Covid put a damper on it, sadly, but i still kept up with y'all!!

[@wayalife]

Hope you can get back out on the trail soon!

[@thewanderer577]

Poor Cindy! Hope she had good rain gear!

[@wayalife]

Unfortunately, she did not and got soaked to the bone. So did her camera and for the next couple of days, she resorted to filming with her iPhone. The camera eventually dried out and started working again.

[@BottleJackBuddy]

Great video and beautiful colors out there.

[@wayalife]

Thank you my friend. It sure was pretty out there.

[@Lineman99]

I've ran that trail for years and Mabell 2 of my favorite trails in mass

[@wayalife]

Great trails for sure.

[@victorlewis3409]

I see how you share at a certain time frame. I did not know it would go to it that way. @10:49 is a sweet shot. I learn something new everyday. 😊

[@kevinellis5327]

Your JT is a beast bro

[@matthewhatton3637]

Beautiful trail!!

[@wayalife]

It really is :)

[@davidparadis490]

You can thank the last ice age for our terrain

[@wayalife]

LOL - good stuff out there.

[@murphtahoe1]

Ouch...The dreaded Wild Turkey at the end! Haven’t been able to touch that stuff since having a bad experience at UCLA seeing Molly Hatchet back in 79’. Lol

[@wayalife]

LOL - it was actually a mix with American Honey to make a bee sting. But, it's not for everyone.

[@g-ohgutierrez9466]

EPIC 🙌

[@guidok3762]

Great job Eddy, you know how to go over the big rocks with your Gladiator EVO, super! It looks like it is better than the JL’s in the group! 🇳🇱❤️🇺🇸✌️🥇💪💪💪💪

[@wayalife]

The longer wheel base of the Gladiator was a negative in terms of getting around trees but a positive in terms of climbs. With EVO suspension, UD60 axles and 40" Nittos, it got the job done for sure.

[@arjunr3096]

Super Super video

[@jaym6536]

When you guys were staying at the Holiday inn in North Adams I saw all the rigs and stoped to check them all out

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Wish we could have met :)

[@montesamapping]

Really impressive ! Tires type and pressure, wheelbase, shocks are really important technical issues. Moreover the right direction and speed. Good job !

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@TaskForceOffroad]

Hha you hit them both that's awesome this is such a fun trail!

[@wayalife]

Love the trail! Was fun and beautiful!

[@galenlong3745]

Old Florida Road, now that was a beautiful trail. Some good ledges to crawl up over. Even got to show the capability of that BadAss EVO equipped Gladiator through a good water crossing with those 40's you can beat your chest and scream, Snorkel? WE DONT NEED NO STINKING SNORKEL.. ........... yeah buddy. Good wheeling Eddie, CHEERS.

[@wayalife]

LOL - had a great time wheeling this trail for sure.

[@chrisblanchard4938]

Great video!

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@terrystotzheim9719]

Another great video you guys!!! Cindy you do an amazing job of filming your adventures!!!! Looked mighty slimy there with all the rain!

[@wayalife]

Thank you and yes, it was difficult to even walk on the rocks out there. They really were that slippery.

[@terrystotzheim9719]

@@wayalife Actually went to our local jeep dealer and sat in a Gladiator Overland model. Very nice interior and quite comfy!!!

[@wayalife]

Oh yeah, they are hard not to like :)

[@SuperSilence23]

Looks just like SoCal. Awsome

[@wayalife]

LOL

[@99stomperjccollins54]

WOW again! Another awesome video! That JT is a beast! Still dreaming of my own someday! Guess I better start playing the lottery so I can take epic trips around this great country! As always, keep up the great videos!

[@wayalife]

So glad you enjoyed it and the JT really did prove itself out there.

[@montebeerbower7796]

that was best trail i have seen and i would do it no problem. that is beautiful;

[@wayalife]

It really was a lot of fun but I would do it again just for how beautiful it was :)

[@frandougherty1974]

Great trails OFR and Mabell, Field and forest next? Wheeling in NE a bit longer I hope. Tried to run all these NE trails every year in my Tacoma on 33’s. I just got my gladiator a month ago and I’m looking forward to trails as a Jeep owner now. Thanks for the video it’s a big help looking at the wheelbase and visualizing how it handles over tight ledges especially ones I am familiar with as I start my build. Guess I’m going to have to go 35s to have a prayer of having the belly clear that first ledge. Can’t wait for your next video.

[@wayalife]

We spent a week in your neck of the woods and more videos of the fun we had are coming your way.

[@jdofmemi]

Very nice seeing the Gladiator handle the big ledges. I did miss hearing the Hellcat powered one spinning his tires on them though.

[@wayalife]

I did have my doubts but was pleasantly surprised at how well they did. Unfortunately, I think Skyjacker lost all confidence in their tires after the first trail we ran earlier in the day. Needless to say, they went around.

[@patrickjamesmcb]

Awesome video. I have not done Old Florida road yet. I almost did a couple days after you shooting this. We were camping in Florida MA the following weekend and heard roomers of you guys being in the area. Did Old Military road in VT instead, which was a bit more tight and more overgrown. Either way, this area in New England is a hot spot for wheeling. Thanks for visiting and treading lightly

[@wayalife]

It's a beautiful and fun trail. Hope you get to see it for yourself sooner than later.

[@shanemartinson5006]

That gladiator is set up really nice, I've been wanting another jeep for many yrs, but just cant seem to trading in the truck, seeing how capable it is has me thinking about getting one

[@wayalife]

LOL - they sure are hard not to like :)

[@BigWaveDaveO]

Glad to hear the fighter jet fans are in full force.

[@stevetabor4447]

Sure am glad your showing how the gladiator can’t off road 😂😂😂😂 awesome job to all An Mel at evo an his crew make some outstanding builds hats off to Mel an awesome job on your off road experience you make it look easy be cool to see Cindy rock the gladiator great stuff as always be safe 👍👍

[@wayalife]

Oh, you'll be seeing Cindy soon enough and taking on some of the hardest wheeling we did all week soon. :)

[@petrmeta8862]

👍👍 nice

[@ferrasrotator]

Now I want a Gladiator! Lol

[@wayalife]

LOL - if I didn't have one already, I'd want one too :)

[@joec3675]

OFR is a lot of fun.

[@wayalife]

Yes it is, we really enjoyed it :)

[@vladcher9815]

Now I wish I got the gladiator instead of the JL! But no matter what rig you have it’s all about the driver not the vehicle! Still love my JL!

[@wayalife]

I'm glad I don't have to decide between the two. Both are great rigs.

[@vladcher9815]

I will buy the gladiator next year with the eco diesel that way can enjoy it and write it off 👌🏼

[@terryderush7066]

All the best. I wish I could be there to. The God for KZbin.

[@wayalife]

Glad we could share these videos with you :)

[@eliasnuno4039]

I like that red gladiador

[@wayalife]

It really was nice.

[@Clark3406]

Tip notch as always. You are kinda messing up my whole thinking of building my JL. Now I may just have to get a gladiator and build that.

[@wayalife]

LOL - fortunately, we own both but if I were forced to choose just one over the other, I would gt the Gladiator.

[@butcherfab]

Saw you guys heading down Route 81 in PA 2 weeks ago.

[@wayalife]

No kidding, very cool.

[@DJPAULYS]

our club belongs to NOVA and we can wheel there Welcome to the East wheeling I was just at SEMA and went wheeling in Valley of Fire

[@aptcakez4057]

Love the vedio you can see clearly that tires matter the 2 jeeps running ridge grapplers did not make it very well others that where not did.

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed the video. To be fair on the Ridge Grapplers, they were only 37's where as the Trail Grapplers we were running were 40's.

[@roguejk1236]

Ok, I've lived all of my 45 years here in massholia and I havent got the first damn clue where you guys are. Lol Must be out near the NY border. Sorry about the rain.

[@wayalife]

LOL - too funny. This was up in the northwestern corner of Mass

[@richarddoire2872]

I noticed that most of the jeeps have 1ton axles.pretty expensive! But awesome

[@wayalife]

Yup, most of the rigs you see were running Dana Ultimate UD60's. With all the heavy acceleration required on these trails, it's a real testament as to how strong they really are. Definitely up to the abuse.

[@offgotv]

jeep life good

[@StrictlyPlinking]

Wheeeeeeeeeewwwwwwwwww!

[@nicot2436]

💪🏻👍🏻

[@arturomunoz2947]

❤️😍👏

[@rogerhalt3991]

Another fantastic video! Have you spoken/ did you speak with the Hellcat guy? I would like to see more of that!

[@wayalife]

You mean Skyjacker? You'll see more of them in upcoming videos :)

[@rogerhalt3991]

@@wayalife Oh hell yeah! Can I just say, you are you camera operator put out incredible videos. Everyone is very happy to take part and be there.. I'm just watching the build video of your EVO suspension and I have to say, I can now see why one pays so much..because of the professionalism and knowledge of those working there. Thank-you for amazing content

[@johnlewis2624]

Great video thxs for sharing! Here's a rookie question so excuse my ignorance but what does locking the "hubs" do anymore, does not locking the front differential do the same thing in allowing both wheels to turn at the same rate? I am confused on this any info would be appreciated thxs all.

[@wayalife]

Manual hubs are old school and really, you only find them on 1-ton axles like Dana UD60s these days. The JL's and JT's do come with a FAD and that kind of does the same thing but not exactly. Basically, with the hubs unlocked, your front shafts will not spin.

[@xxacidrainxx6262]

Hey y’all are driving over my shooting range

[@ryanmartinage]

Welcome to real "slick rock". #eastcoast

[@wayalife]

LOL - oh so true!

[@RByers1991]

The synergy Jeep sounds fantastic. Any place we can go to see it's build? Or any idea on what exhaust modifications have been made?

[@wayalife]

I might be mistaken but I think they're just running an exhaust delete.

[@brianrice6993]

Damn now you were really close. Wonder if my wife waited on you at brewmasters. I’ve wheeled that trail before when I had a Jeep. Did you see the hoosic tunnel? My father has a stone set there in his memory for his years served on the railroad.

[@wayalife]

Unfortunately, we did not have time to see the tunnel but I did hear about it.

[@OffRoadOverlandCamping]

Great video, I'm impressed how well the Gladiator does on the trail. Other than the long wheel base, what are it's limitation compared to the JL?

[@wayalife]

Well sure, you need to go bigger, like 40" tires to make it perform like a JL on 37's. Also, you have less room to carry stuff inside but then, you do have the whole bed to carry a LOT more stuff. If I had to pick one over the other, I would definitely get a JT.

[@silentfox8]

if by "wheel" you mean smashing diffs and sliders, yea man, that sure can wheel

[@ii7MooDy1]

I love you

[@millstonejeepworx]

Love the EVO rack on the bed. Is there a made tire carrier for the top? How are you securing the tire?

[@wayalife]

We have ours strapped down using a Baja style spare strap.

[@alexriera3836]

Nice route! out of curiosity, how much does it cost to prepare your Jeep Gladiator? Thancks!

[@victorlewis3409]

My favorite Gladiator and video shot on the trail. photos.app.goo.gl/cFP2JYLLzXaU4zPM8 I didn't know how else to share it. Great content 👍, keep it up and I look forward to all your videos. God bless you, Vic

[@militarysniper6625]

let me know if you come to boston. would love to meet you

[@wayalife]

We actually came through last week. Sorry we missed you.

[@militarysniper6625]

@@wayalife aww man well maybe next time

[@WranglerAddiction]

6:10 that step opened up , thank god there was no rock under otherwise it could of been a lot worst

[@wayalife]

You mean it's not supposed to do that? LOL!

[@WranglerAddiction]

Wayalife i don’t think so 🤣🤣

[@wayalife]

@@WranglerAddiction And here I thought they were cheating with a little side step assist LOL

[@WranglerAddiction]

Wayalife it will lift the belly of the rocks , this feature comes only for the gladiator beacuse of the long wheel base 🤣

[@timscott70]

North Adams? Is that south of Whitingham Vermont?

[@951media]

Nice vid! But where did everyone go for shots? Only 4 guys?

[@wayalife]

LOL - these were the sole survivors of a late night. Everyone else went to bed.

[@toddgibbs1321]

I live in upstate NY. I am really interested to know what tires would work the best in the slippery rock conditions.

[@wayalife]

NOT Milestar Patagonia's that's for sure! Nitto Mud Grapplers did really well out on this stuff but they are loud as hell on pavement.

[@toddgibbs1321]

I am wondering if the Cooper STT pros would be a good option. I know you have run them on your JK. When the time comes, I am leaning to a JKU build. I really like the Nittos as well. Not sure if one has an edge over the other in the north east. I love the content you and your wife put up! Please don’t stop.

[@wayalife]

Hard to say for sure being that I've only run Cooper STT Pros out here in the west but I have always found them to work well in snow and ice or at least, better than any other mud terrain I've run in the same stuff. As you can see in these videos, the Trail Grapplers did pretty well too.

[@Skincare_girly13]

6:09 Side steps opened ???

[@wayalife]

LOL - yeah, funny as hell to see. Like they were deployed to help out or something.