Arctic Circle Rescue & Recovery!

An overland expedition into the Arctic Circle during the Winter isn't a walk in the park, and it comes with a lot of inherent obstacles that need to be considered (especially when preparing for the journey). Fuel range and fuel availability, potential road closures, adverse road conditions and visibility, and of course the brutal cold.
In a large group consisting of our Bronco Raptor, several Jeep Gladiators, a Jeep Wrangler, and others - we were about as prepared for this Arctic Circle Experience and the trials we knew we could potentially face as anyone could be. Including the possibility of a serious snow recovery.
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[@UnwindingRoads]

"it was a 3/4 roll" so they helped complete it with the winch! Full roll!!! Glad everyone was ok. You guys rock.

[@Weidjeep]

The best time to go off the road is when you are with experienced wheelers who are equipped to deal with this exact emergency. Great job guys glad everyone is ok.

[@John-uo1qf]

At least the heater wasn't damaged. 😮

[@barryraven4745]

@@John-uo1qf Wasn't the driver window smashed? As in gone?

[@Jason-uq3sn]

Mud tires and ice don't mix. I'm glad everyone is okay.

[@JEEP-N-DIRT]

Key points of this video. 1. Being prepared and traveling in groups. Check 2. Knowing how to stay calm and handle a jeep. Check. 3. Jeeps are obviously well built. Check. 4. Why was that guy in the black car.....in a non 4 wheel drive car / jeep / truck / suv, on icy roads in the Artic circle. 4. Scenery is absolutely fantastic.

[@Constabruity]

The NY plate was really out of place there.

[@meme40s]

Honestly, not knocking Nitto, but they dont make a good tire for the conditions you guys were on. Most of these rigs are running aggressive MT's or trail graps, which dont stand a chance against the compact snow/ice that remains on these highways for 60% of the year. The EXO Grappler is the correct tire in their line, but it is not good compared to other choices like the Falken At3W or the good old duratrac. I've had every tire under the sun under our company trucks that run these roads year after year for 100's of thousands of KM. Without fail we always return back to running Goodyear Duratracs. We've got 80-100 trucks here at our mine site, and 75% of them are running the goodyear duratrac. Good in the summer, awesome in the winter, and durable as all hell for the abuse of mine roads.

[@richardcoombes5292]

I wish they made 37 inch and 40 inch options for the duratrac

[@meme40s]

@@richardcoombes5292 that is a downside. However we have found the Toyo AT3 to be reasonable alternative.

[@cameronyoung6402]

What you think about the good old BFG K02

[@meme40s]

@@cameronyoung6402 lots of people swear by them. We've never had good luck with them. They are great when new but age poorly as the compound deeper in the tread is extremely hard. I think that's why a lot of people love them because when new they are really good, but if you really put the miles on them when they get down to 50% tread life they become terrible.

[@JustinCaseWages]

Unfortunately Duratracs have notoriously weak 2ply sidewalls. So for rock crawling they are not a great choice. As durable winter tire they are good. The Kanati Trail Hog has a similar tread pattern and a 3ply sidewall.

[@mysurvivalisland]

Kevin & Britt still RockStars in my book!! The caring and respect and thoughtfullness for other Jeeper's is always so amazing and the willingness to assist and help is constant.

[@MZ-bl6wg]

Props to Kevin for driving, always willing! Awesome recovery! Grateful all are safe! In this situation or ANY when someone’s behind the wheel being winched or winching , if there’s ANY steel lines or chain, prop the hood up incase a line snaps. Had a horrific accident here where a snapped winch cable decapitated a father who was winching a stuck vehicle out. Prop the hood up lay it against the windshield as jeeps do , you can even snap it to the windshield. It’s such a simple safety thst no one ever does and too many have passed away from not. A jacket on the middle of the line doesn’t always protect either.

[@laurenneufeld7107]

I’m proud of you guys for stopping and helping the other motorists along the way, here in the north the code is to always help cause communication is limited and in the cold leaving someone behind can be a death sentence. Everyone hits the ditch sooner or later, slower is better. Well done you two, hope you enjoyed it. There’s lots more fun stuff in summer 😉

[@trjnsd6874]

Wow, and OUCH! Ice no wanna play! But look how that Jeep held up to the ride and roll! Occupants protected well also. After all, don't all Jeeps have a cracked windshield?! Hats Off to the BRaptor! Looks like its doing magnificently well. I got shivers just watching this one. Raised in SoCal has me spoiled for sunshine and no snow. I love a good running gag! Good luck coming back through the California rain and snows! LiteBriteNationRollsWithIt!

[@johnrobertsusc]

These past 3 videos have been epic. You guys rock. I have always loved Jeeps but that teamwork and recovery and the fact that it got back out on the road in those conditions is a testament to Jeep. What a trip of a lifetime . I want you on my team apocalypse. Who needs fire and rescue with you guys around. You’re all so calm as the rig flipped over into a snowy ditch. Unbelievable. Tip of the cap to you guys and that team.

[@efs83dws]

That Rubicon coming out in as good condition as it did speaks well for Jeep.

[@iamSuperVal]

Whoa! Props for everyone keeping their cool and handling the roll the way they did to get the jeep back rubber side down fast, and back on the road. This adventure has been epic to watch up to this point! Thank you for taking us along! It's cool to see you guys use the radios to relay about oncoming traffic and passing cars while in the white out conditions. That's the same concept we use in Baja when caravanning!

[@LTUSATV]

Amazing recovery, big shout out to Factor 55 and Justin for hooking you guys up with amazing gear that minimized damage to the tree/vehicle and potential injury to those involved.

[@catirthmttnt]

Man I'm glad everyone was OK

[@TJ_and_The_Mity_200]

Stay Safe you beautiful people love love loving This journey, Thanks for taking Us along with You.. Love from The Land Down Under 😘 😘 😘 😘

[@Voyagersk9]

Loving this series of videos! I’m looking forward for the upcoming 3500 mile adventure! Please stay safe and make it home!!

[@davidlepoidevin4239]

Fantastic Arctic series. As a Canadian you are motivating me to see my country’s north although maybe in August in my Bronco. I would make you both honorary Canadians but you will have to learn to say Tuktoyaktuk!

[@davidlepoidevin4239]

Pronounced tuck toy act uck

[@richsmith3120]

Thank you LBN for sharing this adventure with us! The scenery is beautiful but it's way to cold for me to make this trip in Winter! I have to say (shout out to the road crews out there keeping the roads open during Winter!) I can't wait for the next part (the journey home) Happy Trails to you both!

[@CaptainTrips191]

This has got to be the coolest trek you guys have taken.

[@ConscientiousObserver]

Also the coldest

[@2dResq]

Hi! I was a winter driving instructor for Eielson AFB 86-90, here’s a serious 2 driving tip when driving. 1: hand position on the wheel left hand is at 9 o’clock and the right at 3 o’clock do not remove your hands from these places on the wheel if you do you’ll oversteer. 2: Emergency braking. Immediately Pop the transmission into neutral, this will disconnect the power from the engine to the drive wheels. As your going into neutral apply gradual brake. DO NOT apply to much brake you’ll either go into a skid losing control or the ABS will kick in now you don’t have control. I hope this helps, it’s a game changer bowing just these two tips. One more, you maybe overinflated in the tire department. I think my heart and nerves are returning to normal now. Clay 🤙

[@donkupillas6022]

Thanks for sharing such an epic adventure with us! That was an awesome display of a teamwork recovery of the Jeep! Glad everyone was ok! Safe travels home! Adventure on!

[@bruceburkhardt4654]

I'm a retired Fed Ex Driver who had an extended or country route driving 300 miles daily for 12 years. Had a rear wheel drive Chevy Box van on a route that was dominated gravel roads like Lite Brite endured on this epic 8,000 mile journey! No chemicals were deployed, a grader bladed to remove loose snow days later, the end game was a hockey rink! I feel your pain and angst, the bigger the challenge, the larger the euphoria at the finish line!!!

[@fred993a]

Brittany - This is the most exciting journey ever and Kevin's driving is spectacular!

[@jeffro8373]

OMG this is so beautiful!!! I love seeing the map. You guys are so humbling and such a big inspiration. Much love ❤❤💯🤙

[@jjansen987]

Epic weather and great views! Thank you for sharing.

[@ALL_OFF-ROAD]

This the reason we have studded winter tires in canada. I'd never drive my trail graps in the winter. Good recceipe for a disaster. As you said thats probably the best worst case, but that could've been avoided.

[@jameshowey9958]

The best time to do that drive is in the winter, it’s truly an amazing drive in the most beautiful part of the world. Drove from Anchorage to Tampa in 1992 with the wife and a 2 year old with the final destination of Tucson after, what a trip and adventure. Keep up the great videos, looking forward to your experiences.

[@MedicMidwest]

Shout out to the gentleman in command of the recovery! On point. Clear who he was talking to, and calling stops to hear out concerns fully. Also props to Kev and Britt, for stepping up their adulting and organization so that the recovery bag was accessible and ready to go! And props to me for saving all that time by shortening Kevin and Brittany’s name. Of course negated by the previous sequential statements……😅

[@danieladkins8388]

Awesome video awesome music I can't stop listening to it now thank you

[@mazevx2451]

Harsh and brutal environment but unbelievably beautiful! That trip truly deserve to be called epic

[@suzettemorris935]

WOW, I'm glad everyone is ok. You guys did great getting the jeep back up to the road and loved how everyone worked together

[@bobchronister3429]

Truly a testimony to being properly equipped when being offroad. Well done....

[@Constabruity]

And not doing crazy stuff alone.

[@JanetGraniteJeep]

Scary situation! Great to see how you all worked together and used your experience to make that recovery!

[@CJLane-62]

I think that I'm Finally caught up on this Adventure! Great Recovery, Glad everyone is Ok,and Happy Trails!😊🇺🇸🥂

[@ksjeeppilot9477]

My son and his family (4) live in Skagway, AK. I hope you got to enjoy some Aurora Borealis sightings. We are going up the end of April. Canadian Customs going to White Horse is always very thorough.... Thanks for sharing the Adventure.

[@c1kevinc768]

Thank you for taking us along with you on this incredible trip!

[@douglaselliott8298]

You guys always deliver the best in niche entertainment. God bless and safe travels.

[@Patrioticmonkie]

I’ve been to Alaska in the summer but I really want to go to Alaska in the winter.

[@Katherine-15-12]

This journey has been fantastic 👍👊🇦🇺🥰

[@theslimeylimey]

Fantastic. You guys always make it feel like we are there with you. It's the little things that make it real. If I was on a trip like that I would certainly feel secure knowing you guys were in the group.

[@jerrymarkee4269]

Wow, you guys are brave doing that without studded tires. Glad everybody’s OK.

[@rockyl9568]

Not surprised that happened. All terrain are the wrong tires for a trip like that. Pure studded winter tires should have been the only choice for a trip like that.

[@budgetprepper8810]

I'm glad everyone was ok. If I'm not mistaken, the replica bus is at the 49th state Brewery in Healy.

[@DownNDirty_OffRoad]

Loving this entire adventure, glad everyone was ok from that rollover!!😃

[@donmcneal233]

Hey kids...! What an amazing adventure you're taking us on. Thanks! As always..., safety in numbers hold true huh...? Glad everybody pitched in to help get that Jeep back on the road & LB bailing out the New York idiot in a front wheel drive car; in Alaska of all places! You know, be careful & safe out there on your way home. Love you guys..., America First!

[@mikelowmon4666]

I work at the Port in Tacoma and we just received these cool Nitto rigs in. Kinda cool to see this video of them in the attic circle and drive them off the carriers and set them up here to be picked. Definitely set up for getting out there!

[@LiteBrite]

That’s rad!! 🤙

[@dblomqu1]

I know that feeling. I grew up in the U.P. of Michigan. Driving down roads without knowing what is coming at you and what the lanes really are is very common. i am certain this is the same with most Northern states in the winter. It is what I would call "white knuckle" driving.

[@markanderson9857]

It's great to see that you stop to help people. Up north it's a must do! Anyone can have a problem. And stopping to help is life or death. Be safe and enjoy your adventure!

[@rodhester2166]

You guys are living the/my dream.. ugh.. so glad no one was hurt on the roll over. cheers.

[@gregcooper2739]

Thanks for bringing us back to the Arctic Circle! I was up on the DEW line as part of a civilian contact with the USAF. I rode around in the back of a First Air HS-748. So nice to see that again. I never made it south to Anchorage.

[@dailydrivencommander6843]

So happy to see you guys never said anything about that guy being fwd and shouldn't be out there etc etc. You guys just got in and helped them get back out onto the road with only positive vibes so good to see!!

[@klausziegeler3469]

Have a safe trip home PBJ miss you

[@4stomper]

Just 1 musher and their team takes the trail to Nome. What you saw in Anchorage was a tag sled (2nd sled) with another musher and another set of brakes to help slow the team as they travel through Anchorage for the Ceremonial Start of the Iditarod. Also, a fan that won an auction is riding in the sled bag of the first sled. It’s just a fun day to eat hot dogs and drink beer provided by the trailgaters and interact with the public and media. The start of the race is the following day. Thanks for showcasing our state sport (briefly)!

[@Commoncents321]

Another great video! The scenery is unbelievable. Thanks for bringing us on your journey!

[@JimTindallMeadows-ng5ff]

Sooo loving this incredible adventure! Thank you for sharing your journey with us! 😊 Stunning mountains

[@golferpro1241]

Glad everyone is ok! Great video! Stay warm

[@JohnGoingAndDoingThings]

Thanks for taking us along! Anchorage is on my to do list. Drive safe! We want to see you make it home safely.

[@the_mountains_our_calling4809]

Awesome series so far!!

[@mikeshuck2760]

What a great adventure! Thank you for bringing us along and sharing. Experience of a life time. Now for “The Grumpy Old Man” comment. I can’t imagine doing that trip without Winter Studded Snow tires. Having just returned from Iceland, rental Rubicon with Studded Winter tires. Game changer. Rolled Jeep, guy driving faster than conditions warrant! Rookie mistake. Put that in the same category as the SF Bay Area idiots driving to Tahoe in 4 wheel drives too fast. I’ve seen many on their lid in the years driving/skiing to Tahoe. Thankfully, nobody hurt. End of rant. Again, great trip! Envious and wish I was there.

[@davidcantrell6727]

Thank you both for this amazing trip you have shared. The most beautiful place with all that snow. You guys are awesome and so glad you are living your best life. Hope you have a safe and awesome trip home. See you guys in TN at Jeep invasion.

[@davidwollpert5276]

Looking forward to this. That previous video was amazing!!!

[@97OctaneHockey]

Some stunning scenery on your journey I sincerely hope you guys come home through Jasper to Banff you won't regret it if you do

[@AntiPattern328]

No problem!!! Good job!

[@1nf1d31]

I was in a rollover on a highway 3wks ago in my 4runner due to black ice! So yeah this sucks, I remember the entire accident, it was all in slow motion, this video just brings it all back!

[@martysmith-BonneyLake]

Wow! Such great scenery! So glad you guys made it to AK. It was great seeing my state on the episode. Looked like a wild ride for the white JL that went over the bank. Not a place to leave your Jeep behind! Looking forward to the ride home episode.

[@mikecowan8762]

I Follow Britney and Kevin...Houston Girl...and A Veteran Who CAN...Really Proud of Ya'll.!!! Please Proceed. God Bless

[@shawnm2597]

OH MY GOD!!! SOOO JEALOUS THAT YOU GET TO SEE THE DOG SLED RACE... AMAZING TRIP!!

[@NCMOUNTAINSbackyardRC]

Yall don't park there:) I guess you're going back in the spring time north pole i really enjoyed this one 👌 home sweet home!

[@rinaldocatria4386]

Glad no one was injured. Great recovery under less than ideal temperatures. Looking forward to future videos.

[@garretlewis4103]

Seems like an awesome trip. The scenery looks amazing. When you guys were at the North Pole you should have taken the Jeep that rolled over to Santa’s workshop and let some elves have at it. I wonder if they could do as good as Chris and Beck? Glad nobody got hurt!!

[@my357mags]

Loving the video guys! Glad the folks in the rollover were alright! Safe travels on your way home. 👍

[@daxchenier3491]

Thanks for all for all of this stuff ,,,, real life problems with the right positive attitude ,,,, thanks and safe travels

[@domenicrocco7512]

Thank God everyone was OK! Awesome job everyone great recovery! Love the videos!

[@daverolston3042]

What a beautiful trip you guys are taking. Enjoy it to the fullest. I enjoy your videos so much.

[@Petey003]

I also just hit my 50th state! Alaska was my 49 and Hawaii in Nov was my 50th! (38yrs old) Not many people have done it! Sick video and trip! I did that trip back in 2019 and can’t wait to go back.

[@cesarquintanilla1264]

Thank God all are safe. You and that team are the ones to have in to situations. God Bless take care.

[@smosca096]

Amazing journey - truly enjoy living vicariously through you both! Stay safe!

[@zookini]

Honda guy got so lucky to run into you guys!

[@jeeplimpan795]

So nice to watch this adveture! BUT!! GET WINTERTIRES W STUDS! In my country, Sweden 🇸🇪, its a must in wintertime. I have studs in my wintertires and its a gamechanger in 37s! ❤

[@pamelaschilling9464]

Watching your trip is amazing. Glad all ok on the rollover.

[@Learntillyoudie2]

Awesome trip! Alaska born and raised here!🙌 grew up about a mile off of the iditarod trail about 100miles out (I.e. no roads) so awesome you guys made it to Alaska! I used to drive tow truck on the north slope! So I also have driven on the ocean! Ice road trucking baby!🙌 I haven’t made it to every state yet though. 36 is a good start though haha!

[@leonthompson1272]

Yall are HILARIOUS! "What not to do" I'm DYIN OVAH HEYA!

[@ck4391]

That flipped 4Runner is one of the reasons why I am looking to buy a Gladiator or Bronco instead of another Toyota. I've seen the cabins on Toyotas get absolutely smushed during rollovers

[@Kenneth_R]

I just drove 2300 miles during 1 week on highways and I am exhausted. Cant Imagine how tough it is to do what you all did.

[@cmedeiros907]

Man I knew the syngery gladiator look familiar. I seen it going out the the knik glacier one weekend recently on our way back from the glacier. I love being able to explore Alaska every day

[@glennski007]

So Cool, thanks for bringing us along!!

[@johnmiller7682]

So glad that everyone was OK.

[@Weidjeep]

I did a barrel roll just like this, all conditions were just right for the vehicle to barrel roll perfectly onto the driver side. we tipped it over waited 45min started it and drove home 67 miles. And yes I acquired a lot of body damage but body parts are cheap when your rig is 22 yrs old lol.

[@norcoredneck]

We just got back from a trip to Wiseman and Atigun pass. The actual bus 142 is at the University of Alaska in Fairbanks. The James Dalton Highway was a wild ride.

[@samwalker1304]

Trip of a lifetime….bucket list!!!

[@shellybiy]

Have to agree. Out of duratracs, ko2s and my current wildpeaks of have ti say the Goodyears come out on top in winter.

[@Craig-ml8nw]

its always fun to count the ditch diver on the Glen Highway from The Mat-Su valley to Anchorage.

[@E36MAXX]

My wife saw you guys at the Santa Clause House in North Pole. She mentioned it to me when she got home. Now watching this video, it was you guys 😂

[@LiteBrite]

😁🤙

[@Uncle_Yukon]

Actually the second person in the sled is only there to help slow down the dogs at the Ceremonial Start in Anchorage because the team/dogs are so excited to get moving. The real start is a few miles later, and only one person is with the team the whole race. Altho each driver has a team of helpers at each food stop/rest stop/check point. Lots of times people bid on being able to ride in the sleds for a couple miles.

[@eddias5641]

Great trip so far, be careful and get home safe you two.

[@andytn6507]

I have also been to Nome AK at the finish line for the Iditarod and very cool. Its 1,000 mile race

[@jefferyadams3227]

Great video on the jeep recovery!. 1. How about a "hot wash" what worked (tires/4 high/4 low/ etc). Why would anyone drive a car with street tires in the heavy snow?

[@jscribn]

Another great adventure! Can't wait to see the rest

[@sxshethean3069]

Great work on the recovery. The whole team did an amazing job. Absolutely loving this series you guys have put up recently.

[@pennypackmtb2542]

Such a cool trip, I mean like 40 below is cool or cold. Those mountains look like monsters. As beautiful as it looks, it is just as dangerous. But it's so much fun you almost don't care. Great video, thanks for sharing.