Roaming Reckless - The Backstory on Maria, Blue, Po... and a Land Rover Defender 110

Traveling the country shoehorned into a Subaru wagon, Maria and Blue made van life look like one of luxury. But last year they brought a new member into the family, Po, a 1997 ex-British Military Land Rover Defender 110. We bumped into this inspiring trio in Moab, and spent a few days with them on the trial and learning about their backstory. Blue has quite a KZbin following, and his human chauffeur Maria shares how they jumped off the proverbial bridge to live a life of adventure on the road.
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[@lynnfiegl4953]

We all love Maria, Blue, and Poe!! Thanks for having them on your channel!! ❤

[@Gone_Gpn]

Our pleasure...love those two!

[@mariareyes314]

Watched the Ireland video and so happy to see Maria’s mom join her! Broke my heart to find out Her beloved Blue passed… heart broken for Maria! That video took courage! On behalf of KZbin community our heart goes out to you💔

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks, Maria

[@michellerichards3434]

Will always love your videos. Maria love all your videos. Blue 💙💙 your the bestest dog.

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thank you so much!

[@mariareyes314]

It has been such a pleasure to learn about Maria, Blue, and Ms Thing… aka as an adorable dog! Maria is an amazing adventurer and I hooe to expand my travels!

[@Gone_Gpn]

They have been a great addition to our annual Moab trail day. So sad about Blue.

[@traci635]

Running into Maria and bringing her along to 2 annual Gone Jeepin Easter Safari was so awesome. I'm a Roaming Reckless super roamer subscriber so this interview was cool....thank you for highlighting Maria, Poe and Blue.....rip Blue 😢

[@Gone_Gpn]

Hey Traci, thanks for the feedback...and yes, we are Roaming Reckless fans as well.

[@donnamarie5395]

thank you for sharing Maria's story. Her and blue are my fav KZbinr! She has a wonderful philosophy on life and isn't just a pretty face. love ya Maria!

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks for the input, Donnamarie, we think she's pretty cool too.

[@simplybeingme]

My fav too!

[@taysezz]

I absolutely adore Maria but she also has an excellent support system & is very young. It's not easy for everyone to just go do what she's doing. That being said, it's still good advice and I'm a huge fan of her channel.

[@Gone_Gpn]

Hey Taysezz, thanks for the feedback, and we agree, Maria and Blue rock!

[@sandyharrell1987]

I love Maria, and her lifestyle. This was a great video.

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks, Sandy. We here at Gone-GPN think Maria (and crew) are awesome.

[@goodykei]

Awesome video ! Thanks for looking after our girl ! Poe, Blue and Blue's film crew 😉 (Maria) Love and Blessings to You and Yours 🙏

[@Gone_Gpn]

It was our pleasure and tons of fun.

[@LongRangeDesertGroupX]

Such a cool vehicle! Thanks for sharing!

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks for watching!

[@barbraallbritton4222]

Great video❤❤❤ Love Roaming Reckless and you two are great

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks for the good words, Barbara!

[@MGSkinner]

Maria is awesome! That was so nice of you all to let her tag along and patiently explain the basics of low-range, off-road driving. I was thrown in the deep end when I started. This would have been a far more positive learning experience.

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks for the input, Matt. It was a pleasure to have Maria along with the crew. As you mention, super important to be out with good/experienced folks (uh, not that we qualify) when learning the ropes. Cheers

[@sodoodle296]

Nice, nice interview. That was so well done. You made it interesting, although to be fair, Maria makes that easy. Thanks for the video.

[@Gone_Gpn]

Hi Sodoodle, thank for the feedback, good words, and hanging out on our channel. We've been crazy busy lately (with our real jobs) but hoping to get back in the saddle.

[@simplybeingme]

We love you Maria and Blue and now Miss Thang aka Scout haha

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks for the kind words and for watching

[@simplybeingme]

@@Gone_Gpn of course!!

[@stevestott1514]

Awesome video thanks for sharing your wonderful videos . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) 🍻👍🏼😁

[@Gone_Gpn]

Cool, thanks for the feedback, Steve.

[@dallasandalice]

Great video

[@Gone_Gpn]

Thanks for the feedback, Dallas. Maria, Blue, and Po are joining us in Moab, so you might see more Land Rover (we'll drink now) on the All Jeep All the Time channel.

[@dianemccarter8452]

Maria…just watched your bee sting video…old tip…buy a can/box of powdered snuff (my aunt told me this decades ago, it works) make a thick paste with snuff water mixture, apply to sting, only once. It stops the burn and prevents swelling. I’ve used it over 60 years, yes I’m a grandmother. Thank me later!

[@Gone_Gpn]

Wonderful, great story, thanks for the feedback.

[@debidavinson6859]

I love this trio and all of their travels and adventures my question is where does your funding come from 10,000$ for tow money is never an issue 😮

[@emmacooper3573]

Her dog caught my eye, so well trained and loving. Now I am interested in that lifestyle (car camping, vanlife, suvlife, etc...I even made a real car bed) I am a introvert, is it possible to stealth and be a person who snores 😢

[@Gone_Gpn]

Blue is such a great pal. As far as traveling on your own, Maria and Blue are making a great go of it. Not sure about the snoring thing? Thanks for the in put.

[@Jenny_Pearson1994]

Maria and I were born in the same year ❤ 😂

[@Gone_Gpn]

Cool! We think you should get a rig, a dog, and head out on a road trip:)

[@Kels0423]

I have to know if Maria is a Republican? Please!

[@Gone_Gpn]

We have no idea, but she ranks high in the 'cool' party.

[@mikeydog1000]

Excuse me, but why is that an issue? Just asking. I enjoy the fact that she keeps her political issues to herself.

[@Brandonbikes]

What does she do for money?

[@Gone_Gpn]

She travels as economically as possible, but does support her adventure addiction with KZbin videos, Patreon supporters, and merchandise sales (t-shirts, etc.). Thanks for the feedback.

[@bigt4135]

Imported defenders are cheaper and US models.