Flying, Wrenching and Camping our way to the Idaho Backcountry

[@navion1946]

“...I know they’re busier than all hell, but...” I love it, can you imagine the factory not helping out the guy who’s at least doubled their sales? Plus I’m sure they would help anyone out who was broken. 🤙

[@saratogapilot6100]

You have inspired me to get off my rear, sitting in front of the computer, pump up the airplane tires, and go flying -- anywhere will do.

[@SwedishVFR]

Me too, his stuff is so inspiring! I even bought a 360 camera to record my flights, however I’m far from his quality standard, but that’s ok! 😋

[@jimf1007]

I may go fly in battlefield 5

[@speedyfpv7104]

@@SwedishVFR post vids bro i'll subscribe!

[@davidrobins4025]

Service is the name of the game. Both you guys received excellent service on your aircraft. Hope you enjoyed the entire experience.

[@markconnolly692]

Possibly a great idea for your future in the field radiator repairs. I use QuickSteel 2 part epoxy putty. I cut off what I need, knead it, and pack it into the hole. I usually have holes in the cooling fins themselves, and I can pack this putty into the coil from both sides. It sets quick and is strong. I also use it for brake and clutch levers.

[@Kujjiman]

“Gotta be lighter on the brakes” I think you should take the Mike Patey approach and find a way to be able to punch those things without any consequences or damage!

[@barrygrant2907]

That's what I was thinking, Trent needs a Mike Patey mod.

[@kolbykelley7454]

My exact thought “hit up mike he can hook you up”

[@speedyfpv7104]

lol Mike could upgrade brakes so badass Trent would be able to reuse his rudder broken pedals :)

[@gapster46]

Having to replace brake pads cause you were heavy on the breaks will cure you of being heavy on the brakes.

[@drogers5511]

I love watching the videos of events concurrent between yourself and Marcinko. I really like how your trio took care of each other and were supportive of the technical issues that came up.

[@mattosojnicki]

I’m always looking for you Flying Cowboys around the Boise area, but every time you come up this way I’m never flying. Don’t be surprised when a Blackhawk hits you up on 122.9 and you get an extra wing man 😎 Only a matter of when. I’ll enjoy the passion you put into these videos in the meantime 🤘🏼

[@pinnedit]

Time to practice more right seat flying!

[@davisrs1]

Saw your brake pedal problems on Jonas' channel. Just want to thank you for continuing to show fantastic scenery of the Western Back Country! This is a part of America most Easterners either never get to see or don't know it even exists!👍

[@jakesimon593]

Props to the guys out at EUL for getting the radiator fixed!

[@2drewbaker]

I love that, "Well,...no turning back now.." I remember that from first solo.

[@heysdadbutler2098]

Thank you Trent for taking those of us that are not able to do what you do for one reason or another, with you. Hugs to your wonderful wife. You are a lucky guy... Page~

[@sunshinecatcher8779]

Glad to see you challenge yourself and worried at the same time. Shows a professional pilot

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

Great community. Kitfox drops everything to get you going. Thanks for showing the full picture with blown rads and smashed controls.

[@tomphillips805]

I am 15 and I have 2 RC planes. You have really inspired me get my pilots lisence when I am old enough and to buy a plane like the kitfox. Thanks

[@Quadcopterguide]

Do it Tom! Save up, trade for flight time, do whatever.. You are at the right age to set up your future :D.

[@ChrisDavis-eq9lj]

LoL? Bubble gum? In the radiator? Nah. McGuyver it! You got an owl, find the eggs. That's how Mac fixed the Jeep with no tires radiator so they could drive it down the railroad tracks! Love it, keep them coming.

[@knurhahn8901]

Beeing a Pilot in Germany I would really love to come over and acquire some skills on backcountry flying. Whereas I am confident that I would pick up the necessary piloting skills over time I have huge respect from your abilitites to help yourself with fixing your plane and judging if it is good to go in the middle of nowhere. It looks like your mechanical skills are almost as important for doing backcountry flying as your piloting skills are. Thanks for your absolutely unique and great videos!

[@drreason2927]

I watched Jonas' version of this trip and really enjoyed it, but your level of professional presentation is clearly on another level. You really have the talent and experience that excells.

[@meals24u]

I like both, but Trents take on it seemed so positive!! Man, I’m not sure I could a smooth selling plug into a sponsor like he did, after losing my rudder lol

[@AV8R_1]

Jelly!! Trent, you guys all inspired me! Been watching for a long time now... 14 year cherokee pilot, got my tail wheel in the Husky, (videos in the works) and I’m in the process of selling it and closing on a super cub! Time for a change!

[@TrentonPalmer]

Awesome!!! You won't regret it!

[@50shadesofcerakote]

those clips of the canyon flying gave me goosebumps...

[@leveretth]

@Trent those cot legs will put small holes in your tent floor. If you have to camp in wet conditions, water will then get in through the floor.

[@acirinelli]

Trent, your videos are not just videos... they're an experience. Thanks for sharing and doing great work!

[@brianberezowski5352]

Cool ... although you may not have arrived in the back country for 2 dsys those first 2 days were still quite an ADVENTURE. THANKS for sharing. 👍👍

[@Castro3868]

Man I can not wait to move back to Utah in November. I'll be a couple hours away from Patey and only a state over from you Trent. I'll be taking lessons at SUU for my private pilot license and hope to one day own my own kitfox and maybe have the chance to fly with you and your awesome friends. You have inspired me to finally take the first step into aviation. Since flying my first RC plane at the age of 7 I haven't stopped looking to the heavens for amazing flying machines like yours.

[@blancolirio]

Gusseted rudder pedal design vast improvement. “Racing improves the breed” - you’re good to go for more STOL Drags now! What do you figure your camp set up weighs? Looks comfy! Juan.

[@thiagopsampaio]

Was about to ask about the gusseted pedals :P but seriously, what's the reason behind that?

[@AzTrailRider57]

Somebody correct me if I"m wrong, but on the new part the place were the original pedal set failed is not gusseted and is no different than the part that failed. The gusseting is on the pedal but not on the arm that actuates the cable. I was surprised to see the tube actually ripped where the arm attached.

[@UnlikelyHero]

@@thiagopsampaio I'm a big guy and I can leg press 450 lbs. Gussets would be nice.

[@mattlewis1063]

Thank you for sharing your adventures !!! You have ABSOLUTELY recharged my energy for flying.

[@brianevans4]

This is life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness

[@Kitfoxj]

Thanks for solidifying the idea of using nutplates on my KF 5 frame to mount my rudder pedals.

[@travisk5589]

1:50 I always like seeing the towers on the north shore of pyramid lake. For those who are interested in geology. Those towers, rock outcroppings have formed kind of like how the Hawaiian islands form. At pyramid there is geothermal activity in that area. There are geysers right there. Each of those towers were once a geyser. They are built on layers and layers of minerals brought up from the earth's molten core. As the area above have changed, the geysers clog up and move to a different area. Hence why they are scattered apart.

[@danaskubic2145]

Great info, thanks for sharing.

[@f.dt.f3965]

being an old cub pilot..i started left seat style ... did x countrys in borrowed 150 c ...no radios in cub...so i have done both ..ps you did great!!!!!

[@stevemowat4294]

And with that Trent discovers why Hailstorm thinks small planes are sketch! empathise Trent!!

[@Just_Another_Hoosier]

"Had some meandering to do." How wonderful it must be to meander in an airplane!

[@travisminneapolis]

That's definitely a benefit of having dual flight controls

[@WebRuss]

As always I really appreciate the scenic flights. It is not an adventure if everything goes according to plan. I am looking forward to seeing more. Thanks for sharing.

[@prof.heinous191]

Always fun to see a story from a different POV!

[@marcusblessing]

Can totally relate on that foreign feeling switching over to the right seat man. I'm at the tail end of my flight school stuff and am currently in CFI training practicing all of the commercial pilot level maneuvers from the right seat. Good god was it a tough transition on those first two initial flights. Highly recommend though for you man, just from a safety and proficiency standpoint, that you take that thing out and right seat solo it every now and then. That will help build comfort using the opposite hands for things. Granted you have way more flight hours than me so take this with a grain of salt. But it certainly can't hurt to become proficient from both sides! Love your videos man. Keep putting out great content.

[@j.gregory5669]

So cool to see the same story from two different perspectives. Keep up the great work!

[@SilvaAdventures]

I love the stall horn as a dramatic effect. Great videography, Trent!

[@fnln544]

Foiled by an unexpected set of little wings (the owl)! With all the challenges, the trip still succeeded. 'Right hand drive.' Beautiful backcountry and, thankfully, support was still available. Great video. Thanks for the adventure! Keith

[@southernsailor8296]

Love how Jonas edited out of his video how he reacted to the owl! Haha!

[@chuckwilliams6261]

"We've made it to the back country." …I think someone is maintaining that back country with a riding mower.

[@tomcoryell]

Charles Williams Yeah, seems pretty cushy... Beautiful country up there!

[@MichaelSteeves]

A flock of sheep can do a pretty good job.

[@Travisb85]

Hope they have arkanstohl next year and you make it out. Northwest Arkansas is pretty cool.

[@kolbykelley7454]

Your a beast!! I’m not a pilot but have flown in small planes and I can’t imagine driving my stick shift dodge from the other seat shifting with my left much less flying and landing!! Glad it worked out!! Love your videos!!

[@dogismycopilotm20f85]

I also use the Static V and Backcountry Bed setup. Put that setup in a Big Agnes tent and you are good to go.

[@jwoodyr1]

Better master cylinder, better ratio and better calipers will get what you want. Another great video! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@hidesertskylane8161]

Ive missed the cinematic flying treasures you create! I have Johnson creek on my list of places to airplane camp.

[@DavidGriffithGlobal]

Mr. Palmer...My name is David and im 16. I just wanted to say that I love your videos and you’re truly an inspiration. My dream is to be a pilot (whether recreational or professional) and I wanted to thank you for showing me a completely different way of flying ( bush ) and I gotta say...I’m hooked! Stay safe sir and thanks for your videos during this terrible time!

[@chrisjamison376]

Hey David, I’m 54 and these guys inspired me to restart my dream! So good luck and stick with it! 👍

[@jossefg12]

You are now my favorite You Tube channel. I found you the other day and remembered you from a video on Flite Test about your plane. I really like the type flying you do. I have been into aviation for a long time having worked A/C in the Navy on a carrier. I then worked for a major airline for 26 years. Anyway, keep doing the great work on your videos!!

[@keithbarr1616]

In Idaho this week as week, but without the Twizz. Jordan has finishing up this week for his checkride. Can’t wait to see the places you find on the rest of your trip. Tons of fun looking places east of Stanley. Can’t wait to fly in there myself.

[@ronnybaize]

You should practice both seats I do. And CFI s. Do it all the time. Iam not a CFI but I have a lot of pilot friends and family always wanting to fly and I swap all the time.

[@jameswolkins7616]

Love all of your videos beautiful job with the seanrey so nice can't wait for the rest of this trip.

[@bobr8766]

Loved flying from both sides....You got this Trent!!

[@happisakshappiplace.6588]

I'm so jelous of your guys. The adventures you go on, the beautiful country you fly around in. Amazing. I love these videos. :)

[@anthonyroose]

Love the One Wheel attached to the wing 🤘

[@patchmack4469]

breathtaking scenery - i'll have some of that - great video out with the lads and field repairs - sweeeeet

[@brentdykgraaf184]

I see a video by Trent....by Mike Patey or McBryan......or the chops....just smash the like button. No bad content from them....ever. Keep em coming trent.

[@GolfFoxtrot22]

Its great to see this trip from yours and Jonas' perspective.

[@cincinus50]

I'm proud of you, Trent. You should fly from the right side a little more often to keep up those skills. Great video!

[@bbrooksflys]

No!!!! Missed you at arkanstol trent! Was totally looking forward to it!

[@ashisha11]

Trent your cinematography is stunning!

[@haroldnelson3734]

GREAT VID!! It was so cool to see the flip side of this adventure. The flip side of Jonas' video, that is!

[@TH75767]

love the videos, as always. Welcome to the world of a CFI or a captain upgrade where you do switch seats and perspective...but..as you see, it all transfers when you need it. .... even if you do land a a couple of feet short. Just busting yer chops. Cheers.

[@chrisshake23]

I'm happy you are there. Not so happy with the exposure. I grew up in the region. McCall to be exact. I'm disappointed with the growth. However glad people get to see what is and has been my backyard. It is bittersweet. PS I saw you that Sunday fly over the Idaho center in Nampa that weekend. Safe travels

[@BigglesAviator]

Welcome to the world of flight instructors. Right seat changes the perspective but hey...you learnt something new. Not all bad.

[@MatthewMiller716]

Once you get used to it then you'll be fine! I fly the Boeing 707 from both seats all the time. You'll get it

[@Jacobmettler88]

Challenges are what make good trips great.

[@robertwren2289]

Defiantly a different feel watching your video of the same flight as Jonas video. Glad you all got things going again.

[@lancebauman3720]

Love Johnson creek! I took my rv up there a few months ago. Also next time you stop in nampa hit the tower grill. Amazing food!

[@HighRailmaxx]

Well no turning back now. Hysterical

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

It's been years since I have flown from the right seat as well. It takes me weeks to feel comfortable again. I can commiserate with your uncomfortability.

[@doncarter3960]

Late to your channel - watched all of your vlogs over the past two weeks. Caught a few of your friends vlogs as well. Incredibly well done channel. Reminded me of my friends and I in search of the $100 hamburgers each weekend in our Twinkies. There was the one crazy pilot with an edgy out of sorts twin, that was always breaking down. We learned to sneak out of our hangers before he woke. Great fun watching you, your family, friends and the Freedom Fox. Thanks!

[@definitelynotbadger841]

Next time your in Idaho you should try the Warm Springs Airstrip, near Lowman ID. Nice canyon to wind through to get there

[@jacopitout4474]

I felt freaked out flying left stick and right throttle. But what a greaser of a landing! Awesome vid as always!

[@rubikrawler]

When I was a full time helo cfi, I would swap seats based on if I was teaching cfi students or not. Always disconcerting at first but you get used to it.

[@jamesbarnhill7081]

Awesome informative videos Trent!!!! I’ve been wanting to fly again, thanks for the motivation! I need a plane! Sold my RV7 3yrs ago, did all my training in a 7GCBC. Looking for STOL aircraft now. Thanks!

[@judeblik3927]

Heck yeah! Trent you should show more landings though!

[@ryanm38]

I live about an hour away from the Arkanstol event. You missed a good show! The kids and I were on the lookout for the Freedom Fox!

[@jackvisser]

You are Terrific and TY for the Excellent Videos

[@zerocool321]

I got my part 107 and I have my first paid job on Monday. 4 weeks since my last message to you. That video of you encouraging us to go out and get involved.

[@hannes_lutzenberger]

Love your videos Trent, lot´s of fun and very professional incl. amazing music - I LIKE! Best wishes from Germany

[@russhillis]

The owl might have been a Northern Pygmy Owl. Cool find either way!

[@flyskidive]

I love flying into 3U2. Is that hot spring tub still there?....A bit of a hike up the hill but totally worth it. Also, the 'golf' course in Yellow Pine is interesting. Glad you made it safely!

[@jaytrock3217]

Great video. I owned a defender. It was ex ranger RSOV that I got in surplus in the late 90s. I only got to play with them once at Ft. Polk before the Battalions stop using them. It was fun, but what a maintenance nightmare. Sold it for more than I got it for though. The new defender are sad.

[@AnonyMous-jf4lc]

Visited a kit factory recently, plane build will start next fall. Your videos, the gorgeous views, the places only accessible by plane, are one of the driving factors behind my new found motivation. My son is currently in an aviation program, so we will be doing this as a joint project. Yourself, along with others in a small group, have put new life in GA.

[@96TTViper]

100% with you on moving to the right seat Trent ! Twenty years in my Mooney and did the right seat thing....weirdest feeling ever and came way to close to a tree on long final lol. Need to try it one day in the Superstol. You did great ! TA

[@artoli7054]

Hey Trent, Love your videos!! Have you thought about making some velcro patches of the plane in the mountains? I think people would love to buy some.

[@glock19gen3]

Well, good reason to practice from the right seat now :) glad you got it sorted.

[@scottb7666]

Great video! It’s awesome watching the same trip take place from yours and Jonas’ perspectives! Glad you got your rudder torque tubes swapped! And the changing positions comment in the other vid was freakin hilarious! 🤣😂🤣

[@nickgp]

I thought I was cool strapping my Onewheel to my motorcycle. This takes the cake.

[@michaelgunby589]

Similar to driving on the right in the U.K. when you’re used to driving on the left in the U.S. It took me a few hours to get used to sitting in the wrong seat, shifting with the wrong hand and driving on the wrong side of the street.

[@warbodean1226]

Maybe a need of inspections for your rudder pedals after your stall drags? Luv the videos!

[@lvsqcsl]

If you push those brakes any harder you will be using the "Flintstone" braking system, Trent.

[@fudogwhisperer3590]

I used to fly with a friend in his plane, we switched off PIC duties and I learned to fly from the right seat. It wasn't a big deal, far easier that I thought. Maybe you'll see a Sasquatch!

[@ShadowGhostFloats]

The Onewheel on the wing!😍😍😍 Loved the video, Trent!

[@kadmow]

Travel - end - stops - will limit force on the brake pedal assembly - once the brakes are at full travel - more foot pressure doesn't increase bake force. lol - as much psychological as physiological... I get it. - competition raises the spirits. Sometimes we all need full beta with 600HP of additional braking.

[@JPascal61]

Unplanned adventure on a rough first day with a 2.5 hour start wait, dang. A meet time is a meet time. Looking forward to the backcountry vid.

[@zenmark42]

isn't the beauty of running an experimental plane the fact that you can go ahead and improve your rudder/brake pedal system to your heart's content?

[@dannyjackson7800]

Watched a lot of ur videos. Always beautiful country to see!

[@jasfrolich9973]

Trent, time to ask Mike Patey to engineer new rudder peddles. I am sure he can make them light enough and strong enough to compete in STOL Drags. It would also be fun for all to do a video of the whole procedure.

[@fiat.freakx19]

Great content, keep up the great work!! Love the Chapter headings in the time line!! Thanks!