Shocking DNA Discovery! We Had No Idea

We finally tackle the rest of our DIY decal project, but of course, it’s taking much longer than we thought it would! Plus, our truck won’t start, adding yet another expense we weren’t prepared for. But the most shocking discovery of all appeared when we opened Trinity’s DNA test results. Tune in to see the surprising ancestry of our rescue pup!
JOIN THE ALASKA POSTCARD CLUB ⤵️
★ Sign Up Here: openroading.com/postcardclub
USE THESE LINKS TO SUPPORT OUR JOURNEY ⤵️
★ Wisdom Panel DNA Test: wisdompanel.pxf.io/g1nvPB
★ Our Boondocking Essentials: amzn.to/3VSnbQe
★ Harvest Hosts/Boondockers Welcome (Save 15% on a Membership): gr3f.co/c/53807/18w5v
BINGE THE TRINITY PLAYLIST ⤵️
🍿 • Trinity's Story
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
00:00 Intro
00:40 Escaping the Wind
03:16 Everything is Expensive
06:14 Filling Fresh Water
07:35 Dust Storm
09:20 Truck Problems
11:17 Special Delivery
13:21 Decals and Truck Repair
19:58 Big Project Complete!
21:32 Southeast Utah Hidden Gems
29:49 The Results
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hey there! We're Joe + Kalyn!
As online entrepreneurs, we thought, "why not work from home... on the road"? So in 2019, we bought and renovated a 2005 Jayco Designer Fifth Wheel, which took us to every state in the lower 48. But the economy hit our business especially hard after the 'vid, spurring us to pivot in new directions and try different strategies, including various RV work camping jobs!
Follow our full-time RV Life journey as we build back our bank accounts in order to fund the biggest RV trip of our lifetime-Alaska.
WE SEND ONLY FUN STUFF ⤵️
bit.ly/OpenRoadingUpdates
REAL-TIME UPDATES + STORIES FROM FULL-TIME TRAVEL ⤵️
/ openroading
We participate in several affiliate programs. If you make a purchase through any of our links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you!

[@OpenRoading]

There’s still time to join our Alaska Postcard Club! openroading.com/?ff_landing=3

[@Frenchy5117]

Definitely the open roading logo on the front

[@GypsyheartOneLoVE]

Just did! :)

[@OpenRoading]

@@GypsyheartOneLoVE 🤗 Thanks so much!! -J

[@PlanetEarth3141]

I'd like you to bring rme back a souvenir snow ball.

[@OpenRoading]

@@PlanetEarth3141 hmmmmm..... 😂 -J

[@robertbriley9182]

I know you guys weren’t dog people but when a dog chooses you it speaks volumes about you as a person.

[@OpenRoading]

We will forever remember the moment she stole our chair....and then started to unfold her plan on our hearts. -J

[@susanohnhaus611]

When Trinity first showed up all those months ago I thought she looked like a dog who had fairly recently had pups. With her DNA results it makes sense that somebody got her for breeding but for whatever reason didn't want her anymore. She knew what she was doing when she chose you.

[@OpenRoading]

Stealing the chair was just step 1 in her master plan. -J

[@Dead_Oak_Crafts]

Catahoulas were bred to herd cattle. So the fact that she's purebred makes sense, and the fact that you guys found her in Texas makes even more sense. They're great herders.

[@colibridodgen3749]

There's an insane amount of dogs dumped around Floresville. I ran across y'alls videos by accident when you found her. I cried and prayed you could give her a loving family environment. Thank you from Floresville. Your kindness changed lives.

[@OpenRoading]

We had at least 2 others roam through our area while we were there. It's been hard because you can't make a difference in every life - but you can make a difference in at least one. Trinity has been an incredible blessing to our family. So many smiles from her every day - including today when I excitedly pointed out an eagle to Kalyn and Trin got excited doing some low "huffing" with eyes peeled outside knowing that she should be excited about something...but not sure what. She just wanted to be part of the fun 😁 -J

[@urieaaron]

I just realized I mainly watch your videos because I am a fan of Trinity and you all because you adopted her.

[@OpenRoading]

Haha! We are aware that Trinity has her own fan club and we are the supporting actors. 😂 -J

[@7018bluegrass]

Trinity was a gift from God she needed you guys and you were available! Congratulations ❤

[@OpenRoading]

She has been an immense blessing! -J

[@HannahLockwood82]

The finished decal project looks really good! You should definitely put the Open Roading logo on the front.

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much! -J

[@JoanCrabtree-by1gn]

I have watched a lot of RV living videos over the years and I have to say, I enjoy yours the most. You guys seem to keep it real where positivity is combined with reality. I like how you show variety in each video, not just one activity but rather, each video shows things from everyday chores, projects, information, and the area and activities of where you are staying. Also, it says a lot when you can laugh at yourselves. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@ernestinebyrne9912]

Exactly right!

[@OpenRoading]

Kalyn read this to me as we were driving home tonight and it was such an encouragement. Thank you so so much. And it's such incredibly high praise, I don't think Kalyn and I ever imagined that someone would ever say "I enjoy yours the most" about our videos. 🥲 Laughing at ourselves comes pretty naturally - I think it's because we both come from families where humor was every day life AND because we are both keenly aware that we aren't close to perfect and never will be. -J

[@theresafaust5690]

I know y’all can’t remember all responses, but I was the one that told y’all that when you named Trinity that my Trinity always perked up and her ears popped up every time you said the name, Trinity . My Trinity is a brindle Catahoula. Yea! Cousins 😂😂❤️🐾🐾❤️

[@OpenRoading]

That's so awesome! 🤩 -J

[@dennislautner8709]

Trinity is soooo cool. I would have cried for a week if you had not taken her in. She adopted you!

[@OpenRoading]

To be honest...Kalyn would have too. And now I personally can't imagine life without her....(although...if you follow us on Instagram you can see in tonights stories that...well...she's giving us a run for our money. 😂 If you don't have IG no worries... it will be fully featured in a video in a few weeks.) -J

[@saras4181]

Trinity was a surprise! She's a great dog, she loves her people! Glad you're getting her spayed.

[@OpenRoading]

She is the best! No matter what the DNA said in the end we knew she was 100% ours. -J

[@nowboardingvlogs]

You should definitely add your logo on the camper!

[@OpenRoading]

Man! No clean look votes! -J

[@IFSTherapist]

Joseph is so funny and entertaining ... "American Safari ... you can see cows!" Good belly laugh

[@OpenRoading]

He likes to keep us laughing! 😂-K

[@tammylight-williams5247]

Yes, definitely Open Roading💕 and it looks great! Also he’s a trooper with even thinking about riding his bike back those 25 miles 😳🥴 I’m so glad he didn’t have to.

[@OpenRoading]

He never hesitates with things like that! -K

[@joylynnburkhardt3202]

Pure breed! Way to go Trinity!! Thank you guys for giving her the best life!

[@OpenRoading]

That second part is all that really matters in the end! -J

[@marshak1926]

Definitely your logo on the front of your rv. Who would have guessed Trinity is a purebred? She is a beautiful girl, and I am 100% with you on getting her spayed.

[@OpenRoading]

I really expected a little blowback. Kinda happy there has been none. We'll see if that stays true after the next video when it actually gets done. 🙂 -J

[@carmenw.9617]

Yes the logo on the front!!! Makes perfect sense that Trinity is a Catahoula! Awesome, they are nice dogs! I loved your reactions and the "speechlessness" when you saw the results! Hehe!

[@OpenRoading]

It was genuine! We were both actually quite looking forward to seeing like "40% this and 25% that." LOL 😂 -J

[@debraslagle8907]

Your logo on the front, but add KZbin underneath so people know where to find you. I noticed Timmy on Truck House Life has done that, and he has 400K+ subscribers. Trinity’s breed is a great breed. Herders and very loyal. A favorite of cowboys. What a blessing for you all and her!

[@OpenRoading]

She's been an incredible addition to the family! -J

[@bertkelly7650]

Open roading on the front. It's your name and a good name for a camper. Hope the paint holds up. Wow for Trinity!

[@OpenRoading]

I am curious how long the paint will last. We are committing to putting a UV protectant on it every month (something we should have been doing all along) so I think that will help. We've also got a couple of extra cans so that we can repair chips and scratches. -J

[@CurtisAllenG]

Clearcoat helps protect against UV.

[@mariannejensen5244]

Oh my goodness!! Purebred!! She’s so sweet!!! 💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@OpenRoading]

Shocked! -J

[@sherrynorth1293]

Ok to start awesome news about Trinity and so glad you guys kept her .She looks so happy with you and vice versa . On the camper it's looking good and yes put "Open Roading" on the front . You 2 have become my favorites and always look forward to watching your videos . Keep up the good work .

[@OpenRoading]

So so kind. Thank you! -J

[@Thohean]

Absolutely do the Open Roading logo on the front!

[@OpenRoading]

So so many yes votes! -J

[@kathybrown2126]

Oh my goodness your decals turned out great. I vote for open roading on the Front. I also loved Moab more than Sedona. I think the Colorado river and the red rocks made it so special.

[@OpenRoading]

The more I think about it the more I think I'm on team Moab as well. -J

[@jasonwitters7860]

Nice video. I told you Trinity was 100% Good Dog. We stayed just north of Montecello at Wind Whistle campground. So much to do and see out there. Thank you for sharing, Safe Travels.

[@OpenRoading]

So much to do! Just can't fill propane at the gas station in town. 😂 (sorry...I'm not bitter) -J

[@MyBackyardScience]

Great parks! The RV paint job turned out fantastic! A decal of your logo on the front would look great, if you are ok with giving up your anonymity on the road! We're happy you got a solid deal on the starter! Such a surprise about Trinity's results! I never ever heard of that breed! The fact that she might have been abused or abandoned makes us even happier that she found your love! I'm sure she never had he own couch 🛋 before, either! We really enjoyed this week's video! 😀

[@OpenRoading]

If you look early on in the video you'll see a "nice" 3" scar she has on her side. 😞 -J

[@millierader2517]

Yep! Open road logo on the front. Great paint job too!

[@OpenRoading]

Thank you! -J

[@shellybreaux7633]

Love the decal project! Looks Great! I think your decal Open Roading would look Awesome on the front of your rig.

[@OpenRoading]

I agree - I think it would look cool! Still deciding if we're going to do it or not. -J

[@mikeweis5925]

Gooseneck was amazing. Really makes me want to go to Utah. We’ve never been there. So cool about Trinity. No one expects an abandoned dog to be a 100% breed. And oh yes, absolutely, Open Roading on the front of the RV

[@OpenRoading]

Yeah - We did not see that coming at all! -J

[@rondar960]

I found you guys about the time you found trinity. I am a dog person, and have 3 on the road full time. 2 of mine are rescues, my big dog is 13 and still going strong. I decided to follow you when you decided to keep her. ❤

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks for sticking around and giving us a chance! We hope you continue to find joy in the channel - but I'm sure we'll never bring you as much joy as Trinity has to our lives. It's just not possible. -J

[@lisataylor584]

Congrats on the decal. Looks amazing. My brother-in-law loves catahoula’s. He’s always singing the praises of the bred and how they are smart, loyal and very protective but gentle. Sounds like you were blessed with the perfect dog. Great video and glad the truck didn’t cost too much and was easily fixed. Can’t wait to see your next adventures.

[@user-fx1qq9ob6w]

The Open Reading logo would look great on the front. Definitely needs something there.

[@OpenRoading]

Not a fan of the naked RV? 😁 -J

[@alcoa1489]

Your logo on the front cap. 👍 Another fun and extremely well edited video (great captions used for correcting- silly and fun!) Really enjoy how you both play off each other too! Safe travels!

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks you for the positive feedback! I appreciate it so much!! -J

[@robynsnest1895]

Should Totally do Open Roading on the front!!!!! It looks AMAZING!!!!!

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much! -J

[@pupcamper58]

Wow what a shocker. Trinity, Catahoula. I believe if I recall, right, I did guess that she may have some sort of hound in her lol. Well, it doesn’t matter because she’s a sweetheart no matter what. The RV looks gorgeous with the new stripes. Y’all did an awesome job.❤

[@OpenRoading]

COMPLETE shocker. And I do think you said she had some hound! -J

[@Weve_Got_This]

Yaayyyy Trinity! Grats on her heritage. Again, thank you for not only rescuing her but adopting her.

[@OpenRoading]

She's 100% our girl no matter what the DNA said. 😁 -J

[@cynthiamyers4265]

I love Trinity -- but Cody is so adorable too! Sorry about the truck trouble. The paint job came out great! I love videos like this with lots of different stuff. Thank you!

[@OpenRoading]

No worries! Car trouble is just a fact of life! Thanks for stopping by and being so positive! -J

[@debbieschmidt9316]

Put your logo on your home! It’s a nice clean logo. Maybe you can even glitter up the location marker, like those cool T-shirts!

[@OpenRoading]

Hahaha! I'll have to see what Courtney and Megan can do! -J

[@anthonymartinez749]

Trinity is adorable ❤

[@OpenRoading]

So close!!! A photo finish for the first comment award… 🥈

[@darlasunny-carmack3184]

You guys got puppy lucky! We adopted/rescued a Catahula named Beau who lived a wonderful long life, he was super smart, very loyal and a treasured best friend. Plus, Trinity chose you, how great is that?

[@OpenRoading]

There's not much greater. She's pretty special! -J

[@tamaraclymer]

It looks so good! Your logo would look fantastic! :)

[@OpenRoading]

Thank you for your vote!! Everyone else seems to be leaning that direction too. ☺️-K

[@user-mp2uc2bz3h]

Wow! I’ve never seen a purebred catahoula before. That’s cool! I do think you need the Open Roading logo for sure. The rendition looked really good, and that spot is kind of bare now. Safe travels!

[@OpenRoading]

If the DNA test is correct it's pretty neat. We'd love her the same if she was a pure bred mutt. 🙂 Vote tallied for the Logo team! -J

[@ravenlunatic7026]

Hooray for Trinity!

[@OpenRoading]

Such a sweet pup. _J

[@RollingTalesRV]

“American Safari” - you guys probably have the best RV channel. And, wow! Trinity is royalty!

[@OpenRoading]

So so kind of you. I was pretty proud of that American Safari observation. 😂 -J

[@paulab984]

Put your logo on the front! Your camper didn't turn over in the wind because you have the heavy duty high quality that Jayco was in that era of camper. Your camper is of really good quality and is doing good work for you guys. Great video! Ya'll keep getting better and better.

[@OpenRoading]

Yeah! She's gone through some heavy duty winds in Texas! She's a beast for sure! Thanks for the compliments!! -J

[@abgodden]

Trinity is such a cute dog. You two are so lucky to have found her. What a perfect addition to your family. Having her break out of the screen door to be with you, just shows how much she has bonded with you and can’t bear to be a part from you.

[@OpenRoading]

We are indeed lucky to have her be part of the family! She's full of surprises. -J

[@user-zp8sp4hj3d]

Of course you put your logo on your home. Pure Bread! Scooooore!!!!!! She’s the perfect hound for you.

[@OpenRoading]

No matter what her DNA results came out as we knew she was right for us. It's funny...there are a couple of specs where she's slightly different than the "normal" for the breed and they are things that make her perfect for us. 🤗 -J

[@luzejo28]

Awesome! Trinity is a great dog. Yes, definitely Open Roading logo. 💖💖💖 You guys did a great job painting your RV. Looks great!

[@OpenRoading]

She is the best dog we've ever had. (granted...the only dog we've ever had). -J

[@nancywidger7179]

I stayed up way past my bed time to watch you guys. Love it all!!

[@OpenRoading]

Very good reason. 🙂 -J

[@camustang1966]

Put your Open Roading logo on the front cap. Goosenecks State Park is amazing, we found it years ago. Love that place. You can also camp there.

[@OpenRoading]

Yup! And you can boondock on the valley of the gods road too! (although I think it could get dusty!) -J

[@latewinter2]

You should definitely put the Open Roading logo on the front !😊

[@OpenRoading]

Man... 150-0 at this point I think -J

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Hi guys, my wife Leanne and I just found your channel and love it. Your down to earth nature and your honesty has sucked us in good n proper. We’re also dog lovers and got our guesses in about Trinity just before the reveal. We had agreed on mostly Labor with some Rottweiler to explain the colour. We’ve never heard of the breed that she actually is. We are so glad that she has a real home with genuine love, she deserves it. We have a class B rv and enjoy getting out in our huge beautiful country and, like America, Australia has a lot to see. Cheers from the land down under, Stuart 🇦🇺.

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment! We are hoping, someday, to come visit Australia and go deeper than just the main cities on the coast. You're right there is so so much to explore! Being Americans we will probably freak out at every bug and animal thinking it's going to kill us....but it would be fun all the same! 😁 Maybe 2028 for the eclipse! -J

[@thinkingcloset]

Love that Trinity continues to keep y’all on your toes! What a wild reveal! 🤯🤩 Also, Joseph, your George Cantanza “innocent mistake” edit had me LLOLing. (Literally LOLing.) 😂😂😂 You know I appreciate good comedic timing!

[@OpenRoading]

Totally innocent. 😇 😂 -J

[@BrianandHeather]

That wind was BRUTAL. We drove up from horseshoe and through monument valley in that. Also I had no idea you guys were doing so much work down there. Quiet workers :) Enjoy Moab! We were there in 2019 on our motorcycle and loved it. We also managed to get into arches for free since we accidentally woke up super early when we were there 😁

[@OpenRoading]

Glad we didn't bother you! We had to use the generator for the heat gun 😭 but I was hoping everything was far apart enough to not be a bother. -J

[@karawhitehouse1223]

Definitely put your logo on the front with the YT play button logo. You will get more views from curious passerbys & hopefully more followers. Because how can they not love your channel! And….so glad you have Trinity now!

[@OpenRoading]

The benefit to the logo - driving billboard wherever we go. The con to the logo - driving billboard wherever we go... 😂 -J

[@karawhitehouse1223]

@@OpenRoading Very True! Can’t hide with that billboard. 😬 Side note - headed to Tin Valley in BBNP this week thanks to your videos. 💜

[@OpenRoading]

@@karawhitehouse1223 Soo cool! Please tell Ronda we say hello! -J

[@cdcasitaadventures3735]

Your logo would look awesome!!!

[@OpenRoading]

I do agree that it would look awesome! -J

[@starlamccranie]

Put the Open Roading decal on! Y'all rock!!

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much!!! -J

[@user-vp4ip8fj3l]

Trinity is sooooo cute! I think she was possibly dumped bc she had puppies and the "abusers" didn't need her anymore :( But now she has her loving forever home!!

[@OpenRoading]

Yeah. We are pretty sure she was dumped based on circumstances. -J

[@FairylyBookish]

When I lived near the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado, those dust storms were something. All the dust sneaking in the house and yes, gritty teeth and eyes!

[@FairylyBookish]

Also, I say branding the RV isn’t a bad idea!

[@OpenRoading]

It gets everywhere!!! It’s crazy. 😂 -J

[@janetfolkerts5827]

Dogs breed for herding livestock are normally very smart, Enjoy ALL the possibilities of a smart and loving pet in your home. Thank you for sharing.

[@OpenRoading]

She's super smart...with a good old fashioned stubborn streak too. 😂 But we love her and she's perfect for our fam. -J

[@livinonthewedge]

Decals look awesome! You should totally put your channel on the front so people can recognize you. I love the Trinity surprise 🐕

[@OpenRoading]

Your vote has been counted - J

[@randyfredricksen5963]

Bet no one guessed that! I'm sure the mechanic told you it was the bending spring on your starter. When you turn the key on it pushes your starter gear forward an inch to engage the flywheel gear attached to the crank on your engine. The whirl you hear is the starter gear just spinning freely because the spring is broke. Beautiful drone shots! Great episode!

[@randyfredricksen5963]

Bendix spring..(auto correct!)

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much! Funny enough I didn't ask the mechanic. I just called them and said I needed a new starter. 😂 We actually had 2 or 3 people guess Catahoula! At first I thought it was just 1 but as I've searched through I found a couple more! -J

[@Heatherandthedogs]

Yes to the logo on the front, and 🎉 on Trinity’s results, but we all know no matter what she’s 100% Texan!!

[@OpenRoading]

We won't know that for sure until we ask her how to pronounce HEB. 😁 -J

[@Heatherandthedogs]

@@OpenRoading ❤️❤️❤️

[@sherryarcher4832]

I lived in the southwest, and you could literally see the dust storms coming from 50 miles away. Also, your cars would get the paint sand blasted off.

[@OpenRoading]

Ug! Sand storms sound just awful and I don't think we've experienced a bad one! -J

[@stevenM149]

Y'all did a great job painting the accent stripes! They should last you well. The Open Roading logo is a must on the nose cone! Great finds on the two adventures in this episode, we have pin dropped them both! Your faces were in complete disbelief when you read Trinity's DNA results, thank you both for keeping it real!! See ya out somewhere!

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much!! -J

[@chuckbrewington6817]

Very busy week for the 4 of you. Enjoyed the video. Safe travels.

[@hondo375flint2]

Definitely go with the open roading👍👍

[@OpenRoading]

We could be a driving billboard! -J

[@ernestinebyrne9912]

It is beautiful! You must put the logo on it! Yes. Wow, I have a fear of heights and my body immediately pulled back from the edge, your photography was so good. And you made me chuckle at your pronunciation of butte which you quickly corrected. It reminded me of a story my sister told me. She was working in a phone job and had to verify sales that were made. She would call the customers back. She called a gentleman in Montana up and asking him if he pronounced his city but or but-A. Gorgeous shots. Wow. What a blessing to see all of that and to let us live vicariously through you. Thank you! What a surprise for you about Trinity. Well we knew she had a pure heart.

[@OpenRoading]

But or But-a 😂😂😂 So close....and yet so far. 😂 Not sure how "honest" of a mistake it was though on my part. 😂 More trying to get a reaction from Kalyn. lol. So I have to ask - I worked with a Teddy Byrne in Fort Myers FL back in 2014. It would be a small world if he was related to you. -J

[@ernestinebyrne9912]

@@OpenRoading don’t know. His brother Bill lives in St. Pete. His son’s name is Josh. The odd thing is that my husband’s family lived far away from their families and they never got to know any of them. Unlike me where all my family was in the same general area in Iowa, Missouri, Illinois. All within 100 miles or less. So my gut feeling is he probably has cousins floating around that he doesn’t know about. Me, I’m in touch with all my first cousins and several first cousins once removed and second cousins. So odd for me when others aren’t.

[@OpenRoading]

@@ernestinebyrne9912 Figured it was worth an ask! 🙂 Side note: I have a grand total of 2 cousins. 😂 -J

[@PawsToJourney]

Trinity is such a luck pup, regardless of her breed! ❤

[@OpenRoading]

Not as lucky as we are to have her. So much joy brought to the fam! -J

[@geminispamperedgreyhounds1599]

I love the paint it looks so nice. As much as you are probably hoping everyone says leave the front white, I think it would look amazing with your logo on the front.

[@OpenRoading]

LOL! How did you know! The hurdles I have to do research on is whether or not it will raise our insurance. There's a lot of info out there that it does. But I haven't done any serious looking into it. The other is whether or not we want to be a billboard EVERYWHERE we go. -J

[@wanderingwithwellness]

Yea for the finish painting!!! Thanks for sharing. Safe Travels. I vote for Open Roading on the nose.

[@OpenRoading]

Only took us 2 months of driving around with "2 face" 😂 -J

[@WildNorthTravel]

If you guys are looking for new reliant water jugs, stop in at Canadian Tire once you cross the border. We have them here! We made the newbie mistake of leaving them in the back of our truck, empty, not tied down. They are still probably somewhere in a ditch in Northern Ontario from 3 years ago. 😅

[@OpenRoading]

It’s funny - in our truck they are fine empty…until we travel with the RV. Something about the wind stream sucks them right out. 😂 -J

[@BeBlessedToday]

You popped up on my feed and it's Trinity for the win! She appeared to be such a great dog and I was praying you two would give her a chance. We have a house bunny too so I understood your concerns. I pray things continue well with your "blended" family and your channel. 🐇

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much! Trinity has been an awesome addition to the family. I'm not sure Cody will ever get used to her licking his face... 😂 but they get along well. -J

[@lisacrummett1279]

I grew up in Utah near Bryce Canyon. It’s a beautiful State. I now live in AZ. Hottest place ever. Thanks for sharing your stories and mostly adopting Trinity.

[@OpenRoading]

When we visited Zion and Bryce back to back I was so surprised at how much colder Bryce was. Had no idea it was so much higher in elevation! -J

[@KerryCody]

Never heard of Trinity’s breed before! So cool! Love Valley of the Gods so happy you completed the full road! The RV looks so great!

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much! Yeah, we were in the dark on that breed too! Been doing a lot of research! -J

[@traci635]

Wow! She's extremely calm for a Catahoula. Beautiful girl! ❤ As for favorite Southwest destination.....Moab! 😊 and.....Open Roading decal on the front of RV would be pretty cool

[@OpenRoading]

That is the ONE thing about her that is different from her breeds "specs" (is that what they are called?) She LOVES running, hiking, jumping, etc. but she is also just as happy to spend the entire day on the couch. -J

[@dnisley7337]

Soooo....Windy all the time. Got it. LOL And YES to your Open Roading logo on the front cap

[@OpenRoading]

According to the propane guy! -J

[@grannygoes]

I hate it when KZbin unsubscribes me. Glad to see you again.

[@OpenRoading]

I don't know why YT does that. Thanks for being persistent! If you want (no pressure) you can sign up for our email list. We send out an email just twice a month and it has links to the recent videos. Sign up link: bit.ly/OpenRoadingUpdates Like I said - zero worries if you don't want another email in your inbox! 😁 -J

[@adelinewadzinski5621]

Your camper needs your logo. Thanks for sharing your adventures. Safe travels.

[@OpenRoading]

You're welcome! -J

[@edellenburg78]

I've really enjoyed your work videos and was initially worried when the focus shifted from work to travel. However, I'm happy to say that I've continued to enjoy your content just as much. Keep up the great work!

[@OpenRoading]

Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know this. That was a HUGE fear of ours which is why we tried to be as clear as possible from the outset that the work camping was the means to an end (saving $15K for Alaska). It wasn't ever going to be our full time niche and I have to say this - if someone wants to go for that niche I would be amazed if they could keep a weekly video schedule. It's so hard to manage the videos on top of working for someone else. The only way I kept it together at the end was because we got that super sweet gig that was basically babysitting telephone poles in the middle of absolutely nowhere. 😂 So anyway - to hear that you came for one reason but decided to stick with us even after the channel made the planned pivot...means a whole lot to us. Thank you! -J

[@jerrybandy3827]

We stayed at the Valley of the Gods B&B north of Mexican Hat and loved it. Also went through Zion and Bryce while we were in Southern Utah. Loved the scenery there. And yes, add the logo to the front!

[@OpenRoading]

Southern Utah is amazing! -J

[@user-ll9yx8hb2x]

I vote for Open Roading on the cap.

[@OpenRoading]

🗳️

[@ohizkimmie]

I bet you she got dumped bc she didn't have the "pretty" markings people look for! She also may have not produced the puppies with the markings they were looking for either. I'm so glad she found yall though! 💚💚💚

[@bonniedewilde710]

I literally found your channel a week ago and have enjoyed your content so far. this video was a good one! Trinity is so lucky you guys kept her to be part of your family, and the DNA reveal was pretty cool. I hope you have many good years with great memories with her !🐾

[@OpenRoading]

So glad you've stuck with us! I'm pretty sure we are the lucky ones (or at least that's what Trinity tells us every day). -J

[@edgeveg]

Save money buy a milk maker for about $70 you can make fresh almond milk as needed, then make your own yogurt. Tastes better for a fraction of the cost. Love how Trinity is the couch queen

[@OpenRoading]

We have limited space so we don't have many single use kitchen appliances... so while I love the idea - I think we're gonna have to stay on the buying milk bandwagon. Trinity own this RV at this point. 😂 -J

[@user-in4sg2ho9z]

You did a wonderful job painting the stripes on your trailer. It looks so nice! My vote is put your logo on the front of your trailer❤

[@OpenRoading]

Thank you and your vote has been noted! 😁 -J

[@georgiaw1026]

The sandstorm reminds me of home (West Texas) but I don't miss them at all. The RV looks great! I vote for the logo on the front if budget allows. I was literally backing up in my office chair when you were on the edge of the canyon in Goosenecks State Park. Yikes! Loved seeing it and Valley of the Gods especially with the drone views! But the best part was Trinity's results. Your faces!! 😂It has fueled our fire to get our new granddog's DNA done. She looks exactly like a black mouth cur. But we love her no matter what she is.

[@OpenRoading]

Oh I'm familiar with your sand storms in west Texas... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp7dkmyfrJatqdEsi=fqaziCkFNpqYCijL Ya'll don't play around with your wind there! 😁 With the DNA I recommend not submitting a photo. It just helps your peace of mind when the results come back if the DNA is describing your dog and they never had a photo. 🙂 That's what we did and we had a handful of comments telling us we couldn't trust the results and I was like "Well....the DNA results described her including tan points and colors of fur....so.... I'm pretty confident they are pretty close!" -J

[@corgisNhorses]

You guys had me at tTrinity! Love your content and style. Catahoula is a wonderful, smart, sensible large dog breed. I'm so happy you all found one another. Safe travels!

[@OpenRoading]

Trinity has won so many hearts. ❤️ -J

[@KAW5]

Great video! Really enjoy watching you guys! RV looks awesome! Nice job! Great drone footage! Yeah! Trinity! ❤

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and be part of the comments section each week! It's so encouraging to see people coming back! -J

[@Joe-cu4hi]

We went to Sedona for the day. We were camping at a state park near by, Very beautiful. Be watchful of the incognito timeshare ploys to get you a small discount on off roading in exchange for 4 to 6 hour timeshare presentation 😮

[@OpenRoading]

Yeah...Not interested in sitting through a speech for anything. 😁 I think I've gotten to the age where when I realize what's happening I have no issue just walking away. -J

[@dianesilverstein6475]

The rv looks fantastic!! Great job. Love your energy and ambition! I vote 1000% that your logo should go on front! Catahoula!! Trin is a beauty & very special!! Safe travels!

[@OpenRoading]

She is indeed special in all the best of ways. -J

[@crprovost]

We were in that area last year and you are right, Valley of the Gods and Monument Valley have awful roads but are sure beautiful. We drove through Valley of the Gods from the other direction and if you head North at the West exit (the way you entered) you can drive up the Moki Dugway. It’s a beautiful switchback up the hill with great views. You can then turn around and come down and continue your route. Hope you didn’t miss it. Great video and enjoy Moab.

[@OpenRoading]

We missed it...and we've kicked ourselves every day since. lol -J

[@melissapeper4603]

Wow. Yes, it will be good for her. Trinity is so cute.

[@OpenRoading]

She really is! -J

[@joanjackson9374]

Love your dog! Interesting DNA results too. So glad she doesn’t have to have more litters.

[@OpenRoading]

She's officially done with litters! -J

[@TrailerTravelin]

1 vote for logo on the front. Especially THAT logo. It looks awesome! Safe travels.

[@OpenRoading]

I think we're up to like 100 - 0 at the moment... lol -J

[@pollystemen7219]

I’ve heard of catahoula. My face still looked like yours.😂 I’m so glad for her that you kept her. We all love a Cinderella story. I bet she’s one of the best things that happens to your channel. After all,a bunch of us are just here for Frank😬or Cruze,or Osso ,or…😜🐶❤🚐

[@OpenRoading]

haha! She's one of the best things that's happened to us. She's brought us so much joy in our day to day. -J

[@Joe-cu4hi]

We feel like we found a treasure when we discovered your channel. We look forward to all your episodes! One small observation when you were leaving Gooseneck State Park (I might be mistaken) as you backed out of the parking spot it seems like you went into drive while still rolling backwards. I cringe when I see that because it’s bad for the transmission eventually. My wife did that to my car yesterday and I’m thinking of gently letting her know. And lastly my sister and brother in law stopped at Gooseneck and are staying at Devil Dog near Monument Valley

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much for the kind words and the driving tip. 🙂 -J

[@Bunny-cz5wo]

BEAUTIFUL !!!!!! Guys great job 🎉

[@OpenRoading]

Thanks so much! -J

[@GarrettKoval]

Crazy how much changes in a decade. Accidentally stumbled upon gooseneck about a decade ago when it was just a dirt lot, a few picnic tables, and maybe a pit toilet? Spent a few hours there, it was the beginning of June and only saw two other cars of people. Wasn’t yet a state park and they weren’t charging people… if I had to guess, the same thing is coming for the valley of the gods. Surprised it’s not some form of paid to enter park… Get out and see them pretty places before it costs money to see!!!

[@OpenRoading]

Yes - Things are always in a state of fluctuation in one direction or another. -J

[@debmeyers9616]

Yes! Put the Open Road decal on the front!!!

[@OpenRoading]

We'll see! Probably going to have to wait until we get back from Alaska. I mean...it took us over a month to get the decals finished. 😂 -J