TRX Falls Off A Cliff

So this was a challenging recovery. First in order to even go after it we had to get permission from the Sheriff's Department, BLM(Bureau Of Land Management), STLA(State Trust Lands Alliance - I think), and the owner of the vehicle and the insurance company. We had to submit our plan of getting the vehicle out to the land owners and get permission to be off trail to access the vehicle and what actions we would take to ensure no others would follow our tracks. This recovery thing is not just simply buy the biggest equipment and go risk lives to get views. We do this for our jobs and take doing this very seriously along with not damaging the land and possibly jeopardize our access to the wonderful area we get to recreate in. This is the way we decided to handle the situation, I feel we did it as best as we could with the parameters we were allowed to work in. I hope you guys enjoy the video. We appreciate everyone watching and supporting us. Thank you.
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[@joshroach3375]

This was probably going to be a Heavy D 3 part Video where we need to for some reason bring in a 50 man crew helicopters, the HETT and more to complete an "impossible recovery". Trail mater recovers it in a standard 30 min video with a jeep and a squarebody... just doing what they do everyday. Refreshing to just want good honest content with out all of the cinematic BS.

[@_Adventures-di1ty]

This!!

[@vadimm6432]

I was gonna say, if only you had a black hawk! You could've just lifted it out of there for 20x the price 😂 There is time and a place for both kinds of content (to each their own), good on you for preserving the beautiful nature and doing it the right way.

[@goride450]

And BS adds like athletic greens lol I do enjoy some HeavyD content though

[@kevbev1524]

Casey's off road recovery I think

[@roncarguy72]

Heavy D is a massive Tool Bag. I refuse to watch his content for that exact reason of getting clicks and sensationalism. A talented Rory and a capable buggy and square body and get the job done.

[@OutdoorActionPhoto]

Rory, we are behind you 100%. That’s all.

[@anotherdave5107]

so DON'T back up!

[@rickreese5794]

😭

[@Happyroadside]

@@anotherdave5107back it all the way back baby

[@anotherdave5107]

@@Happyroadside - r u trying to become happy roadkill

[@georgevindo]

@@anotherdave5107 Or use your mirrors when doing so.

[@CaseyLaDelle]

100000% agree with you on that and why you did what you did! The job is what it is, no need to make it any more than that.

[@Thehelpfulcontractor]

Keep it simple stupid. That’s how I try to live

[@brandongreen6689]

and that what made this video boring 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@outdooractivities6097]

As an off road enthusiast i watch the different recovery shows. Rory is total professional and i dont know if id call him a wizard or a genius, but he is simply the best at what he does.

[@zioncardman18]

Shawn laying in the dirt playing with the off-road jack like it's a toy made my day! Shawn is a national treasure that needs to be protected!

[@Jumpersplace]

Preach!

[@kenc1800]

I totally agree!

[@krashnpa]

It is a well-known fact that many dinosaurs have fallen of cliffs to their demise. Thanks for documenting this one and for respect of the land; much appreciated team.

[@AFloridaSon]

Good one. 😂

[@UmmmmmmmWhat]

The TRX's main problem is its arms are too short to catch itself as it goes over the edge.

[@shawnwhitman5482]

Hahahahahahaha

[@lubbahubba]

But Jesus said there were never dinasoars??? Just Rock Peckers!!!

[@limeyprat]

Well played...

[@gparroz3288]

I’m here for the scenery … the skill, patience, and equipment used is gravy. Thanks to Rory and the team

[@MichaelMaxim-ft5sv]

A impossible tow made possible...and Justin's quick evaluation on the problem loose serpentine belt...you guys are amazing

[@doggonedk]

How you ever accomplished that recovery without 2 helicopters a HET, a bulldozer an excavator a Rotator a scuba diver and a 17-man team is beyond me. LMFAO 😂😆 I think some people forget Rory was doing this successfully long before there was KZbin. Love you guys for keeping it real!!!

[@johnt.848]

Although I suspect one large helicopter could possibly lift that out, it only needs one person to hike down and rig it up and hook it to the line lowered down. Nobody would be driving across lands or need permission then except for the flight path.

[@mrolsen6987]

@@johnt.848 absolutely, but you know for sure that there would be a 20 man crew there with 15 vehicles scramble around like a group of rodeo clowns anyway.....

[@Voyagersk9]

Why shit on that crew? Really???

[@johnt.848]

@@Voyagersk9 exactly, from what I have seen, Diesel Brothers are conscientious about permits and working with authority, as well as protecting the landscape.

[@hibiki54]

HeavyD couldn't do it with the blackhawk anyway because it hasn't got that permit from the FAA.

[@BFT88]

Rory you did it for free; but you sure did make a lot of us happy and showed your skill once again. Thank you for the privilege to watch you, Sean and Mike.

[@monkeybusiness63]

I don't like free recovery because people need to have recorse for what they do.this didn't seem like one of those times but most rescues are because someone was where they shouldn't have been.and they need a lesson.

[@awdeveau]

​@@monkeybusiness63well seeing how he was dealing with the insurance company for the quote on the job I don't see how a free recovery or massive charge would have effected the driver. Insurance company was footing the bill.

[@lstruggy]

@@awdeveauwill the guy get another new trx frm insurance?

[@awdeveau]

@@lstruggy that would probably be upto him. Depending on if he paid for the truck or if he financed it, Insurance will either pay the loan off or write him a check for the value of the the truck. Then he can either purchase a new one or something else. Considering he fell from the height he did and lived through it without life altering injuries I wouldn't be surprised if he chooses to get another TRX.

[@BFT88]

@@awdeveau That was a pretty extreme fall. I flipped an old F-150 off the road down a 10ish foot ditch many years ago and it scared the shit out of me. Guy in the TRX and his dog have balls of steel. I bet he’ll choose the TRX again lol.

[@351cat]

The amount of power both of those rigs are able to put to the ground is absolutely incredible.

[@joelb360]

Easily the best of the off road recovery youtubers. No military trucks or helicopters needed! Great job guys

[@lydiajewel012]

I’m so happy that the guy is alive and well and that they found the dog . I was there moments after it happened I’m just happy everyone is ok and that the truck was recovered !

[@lstruggy]

The guy & the dog survived that fall? 😮

[@55VickyV]

@@lstruggyRory said they did, but with injuries.

[@jw2218]

It wouldn’t surprise me that from now on when the guy says you want to go for a truck ride the dog looks at him and growls. Lol I know mine would.

[@duroxkilo]

i know right, i was preparing to skip the video thinking there's no was anyone survived...

[@KevinHartman84]

Rolled my 4runner off a cliff (just onto the roof) and one of my 2 dog NEVER WANTED A RIDE again....poor guy. @@jw2218

[@anthonyfritz814]

Mad respect for adressing the trail closures and trying to be a part of the solution. Everyone needs to do their part and yall went above and beyond.

[@laurence1643]

Land closures started in Calif 50 years ago because idiots were tearing up the place off roading. I see the same closure laws coming in Utah eventually. What a shame . I really like your ethics Rory and back you 100% !!! Paragonah Larry.

[@chopperskier]

Eventually? Already here.

[@anon556]

Governments purpose is to destroy the enjoyment of its citizens lives. Plain and simple. Trash is one thing. Closing a trail because a rock fell is tyrannical.

[@zigmogcreator]

I made the Hurrah Pass 6 times to base camp and so glad the guy made it out alive. Great job on a proper recovery. Kudos to you guys.

[@TheBnbonthebeach]

Everything about Rory is top-notch, his team, his equipment, his skills unmatched

[@REDMAN298]

yeah that

[@JeffreyJohnston724]

looks a bit inbred to me ,especially before he fixed them snaggle teeth

[@tterryshenanigans1820]

True conservationist. Well done Rory and crew. Naysayers can get bent.

[@richardjensen2769]

"Get Bent." (Very appropriate Comment, in this context. {Also Broken, Rewelded and (sometimes) Removed and Replaced.})

[@carlt8188]

I'm agree with you,Terry 100%. The BLM should have closed every trail, not just the 317 miles.

[@user-kv7jj6gt4f]

Agree... ;-) Rory & Crew can get it done... Commonsense, patients mixed with lots of personal experience.

[@shwilliedude973]

@@carlt8188 are you mad cause your prius and coffee can't go out there?

[@AutomotiveRepairTipsandTricks]

Love your videos and you have the right to have an attitude 100%. Keep up the great work.

[@randypurtteman1183]

This had all the earmarks of a "Heavy D" recovery project. Personally, after 50 years in the recovery industry I'm sure glad it wasn't. I don't much care for his modisaperandi. You did an incredible job. Congratulations.

[@user-vo5us4nw2w]

I agree,I never liked Heavy D.Something about him.He seems very shady to me.

[@nunocarneiro464]

What the hell is a modisaperandi ?😂

[@travisbohannontboogleplano6751]

That was an amazing recovery! Rory, your respect for the land is admirable. You have a great team that can seemingly do the impossible while keeping their humor. Rory, Mike and Sean's laughter through such challenging situation is refreshing. Meanwhile, Trail Mater is a BEAST! That big block Chevy must have a ton of torque to accomplish dragging a full size truck through such rocky area. And again, great videography to show the beauty of the area. Keep up the great work and stay safe.

[@tedfisk1211]

Rory, thanks for the explanation in the introduction to this recovery. Your dedication to the land and the preservation of it in its form is exemplary. The insurance company should reimburse your company for this recovery, even though you volunteered to do it for free. I hope the gentleman and his dog make a full recovery and he goes and gets another truck for his enjoyment.

[@billbillinger2491]

@tedfisk it's an insurance company we're talking about... it's all about profits for them.

[@goride450]

I love that TrailMater doesnt give into all the YT bullsht and just do what they normally do. One of the best channels on YT!

[@niceguy91320]

Absolutely!!!!

[@Everythingisgoingtobealright]

Well, he did do the recovery for free.

[@lorilombard8578]

Thanks for helping to protect the land and my trail access. I have donated a fair bit to the Blue Ribbon Coalition to help stop / limit the recent Moab area land closures (and others). For those that care about the cause, I suggest you do what you can.

[@anon556]

Scammed.

[@andrewparker5438]

Absolute mastery, the spatial command in doing this job was spectacular both from the vehicle standpoint as well as the footage that made the cut. In particular with regard to the traction and delivery of the traction was amazing as the rigging was developed and executed to make the pulls work. As a mechanical design engineer the way in which you develop the line pulls and the resulting vectors needed to make this all work is a true joy to watch and am envious of the real world application that you are able to share with all of us. It is truly a joy to watch you three when you are taking care of business!... The epitome of tread lightly is dually appreciated and modeled in this extraction.

[@hahayouareanoob]

Thanks for bringing the land closures to light. People think I'm being an a-hole saying "stay the trial, pay for your OHV permits, follow the rules" but I'm doing it because I want to keep the trails open for use.

[@tedecker3792]

Thank you! Education by setting a good example.

[@clivehorridge]

100%❤

[@sfshilo]

Yeup, way too many "anti-blm" posts in this community.....

[@martylawson1638]

Especially pay for the OHV permits. If they're properly ear-marked to only pay for OHV stuff, they're how you get BLM to open NEW trails for you.

[@tedecker3792]

@@martylawson1638 oh permit $ goes to the state.

[@Hashi-Maru]

You guys are the epitome of tread softly, speak softly and take big action. Kudos for helping our public lands

[@user-ii5dq3vl4r]

you know these guys are gay rite

[@itsbij]

​@@user-ii5dq3vl4r😂😂

[@itsbij]

You saw all the plants that got run-over + all the rock formations that got shifted/changed and will never be the same, correct?

[@CB-tx3ul]

@@user-ii5dq3vl4r Why would that matter?

[@CB-tx3ul]

@@itsbij It was already changed when some idiot ran their TRX off a cliff, so... Would you rather leave it there to rot and pollute?

[@brianrichards5828]

I'm a friend of the guy that was in the truck. This happened a month ago. He spoke in our church meeting today. You can't tell me that miracles don't happen.

[@maddict1045]

i came trolling comments seeing if ol boy made it. Gotta give it to miracles, and don't forget safety engineers.

[@masonchristian4432]

Awesome.

[@NCHornet]

What is impossible to man is cake walk for the God I serve. Thank you for sparing this man and his dogs life!!! Later

[@pauld.b7129]

Funny how people call it a miracle when they survive their own stupidity 😂

[@augenmaugen]

I’d love to know what happened.

[@JeffKuhnhenn]

Great job. You respect the land and protecting it. Also great filming showing just how beautiful this country is.

[@cadilakisrodcustom]

I love this channel because it's real, it's not a million dollar event, you guys respect the land, go through all the right channels and leave nothing behind. Rory you're the goat of off road recoveries. Your team is top notch. Honestly the last 30 seconds of every video is usually my favorite 😂

[@Fix_It_Again_Tony]

I love the outtakes at the end. I look forward to them with every video.

[@markwitte6458]

😂😂the goat of off road recovery's. that one is a keeper

[@joergarms1]

Unbelievable. This ain't a recovery. This is a complete mission. I've seen a lot of recoveries from you and MOR. But this is by far the most wrecked vehicle, in the most unreachable place. What an effort. All credits to Rory and his team

[@AlexRodri27]

It’s the fact you did this job for free and not once in the video did you mention/ advertise to purchase merch or anything that would put money in your pockets. I got nothing but respect for you guys.

[@Acedeucedub]

Y'all are some INSANE drivers! Being able to navigate that stuff WHILE pulling another vehicle that barely rolls, bravo 👏

[@anon556]

With enough money on tires and weight any vehicle can do that.

[@AFloridaSon]

Thank you for looking out for the landscape. All of the adventures you take us on, and all of the humor is nice and all, but respecting nature is one of the best things about this channel.

[@1999Valkyrie]

It is a huge honor to watch the masters humbly doing what they do best. Thanks for taking us along, Rory and crew!

[@jeffpickett9730]

The things you accomplish with the machines you have hand built is astonishing. With minimal impact to the surrounding environment. Commendable!! Thank you men.

[@wscott238]

I don't normally commit on youtube videos. But I feel like this one deserves some praise. Like watching Rory, and his team work. You can tell they care about the trails and trying to take care of them. Good work Great video Thanks !!!

[@johnnyadams1755]

Rory, you know your area better than anyone. Props to you for taking an interest in protecting the land and nurturing a relationship with the authorities that oversee it. Thank you to you and your crew for all you do and Thanks for recording it so that we can enjoy it too.

[@susansmith-franks684]

Thank you for donating your incredible skills and teamwork to this recovery and protecting that amazing landscape. ❤️

[@dynoreed7235]

Well said!

[@hansdreisbach9520]

All that did was save the insurance company from paying the money they should have. It’s up to the policy holder who they want to use and not the insurance company

[@chagosoutdoors3122]

Nice Job Rory. I appreciate how you guys are so careful with the land. Very respectful. Helps keep the areas open to all when we show respect for the land.

[@djvo9271]

Rory you and your team are a testament to your trade and the passion you have for preserving the lands that you work on.

[@Barefoot-Bob]

i work in the Mojave desert and part of my job IS recovering line trucks that weigh between 25000 and 40000 pounds that get stuck in various desert areas ( line work). all the while complying with BLM , various forest services , Bio monitors , arch monitors, various forestry services, Land preserves , and Private land owners . It is a very daunting task just to do the work ! And your on eggshells every step of the way. One careless mistake and these interties have the authority to shut it all down . Rory is 100% RIGHT! I understand what he is dealing with, and all it takes is a Company not " versed " in the politics of navigating these Hazards to cause further Harm to the environment AND our ability to make a living . You did the right thing Rory . Kudos brother ! I do have a slight advantage on Rory however , I have a 4x4 backhoe.

[@rjm7168]

I need your number. I'm out ggerd all thd time (recreationally) and have not yet researched recovery services in case I get stuck.

[@randywilliams4325]

Buy the wreck from the insurance company to salvage the drivetrain out of for another project.

[@tompindell4243]

First of all, glad the guy and his dog lived through that, what a nightmare! Second, this was one of the coolest recoveries Mater has done that I've seen, hats off to Rory, Sean and Mike and whoever else helped film, that was a lot of work!!!

[@fabricioemmanuelli1115]

Thank God they survived that fall, what a miracle! That guy and his dog got to live again, what a story to tell for the rest of your life! And it will start by saying, I am so lucky to be here with you guys!

[@TrokaRC]

Agree and feel the same way! 🤝

[@UTAH100]

What is the mans name and why do you have a weird picture- are you naked in your bed? Do better. No one is impressed? Still living at home and no job? Very single? Looks like it. On the plus side, you look slightly like Breckin Meyer.

[@Salty80556]

one of the most intense successful recoveries I have ever seen. You brought the right equipment, and the right people. I know we did not see all the things you all did, but all the rigging and changes took a heck of a lot of "blood sweat and tears" that I will always appreciate. GREAT JOB.

[@jcar1417]

Once again it shows why you are the king of off-road recovery.

[@carlt8188]

Apple polisher

[@kr8219]

I'm no tree hugger, but I value our environmental resources greatly. Kudos to you and the team for being responsible stewards of the land.

[@ericochoa4271]

Tree huggers are the biggest hypocrites. They preach environmentalism but do nothing useful to help. They just annoy people by blocking traffic and doing other stupid shit.

[@Pilot545]

@@Seth547Agreed. Why qualify it? Sounds like he’s afraid somebody might not think he’s a “real man” if he cares for the environment. We’ve got one planet…caring for it shows responsibility. I DO at least acknowledge that the commenter cares enough to post. Just no need to feel ashamed.

[@Matt-lp5ve]

@@Seth547ok stupid hippie is a better term then.

[@mitsumike714]

The title of the video got me to click, your attitude got me to sub. Good recovery sir. Stay safe

[@captnjaygreybeard6394]

Thanks for sticking up for that awesome landscape, and great recovery of the truck/

[@scottparker3329]

Can’t believe that the owner and his dog survived that fall!! It’s great too see you and crew doing everything you can to protect the environment and checking with all the landowners for access to enable you to recover the true.

[@helialaska]

Yeah amazing to see the cab of that truck pretty well intact after that. Never would think that someone and their dog would make it through something that crazy.

[@volvo09]

Thought for sure that was a fatal, what amazing safety modern cars have. That thing is crushed to bits, and the frame is snapped at the bed / body area, it took some massive hits.

[@PatientXero607]

They learned their lesson that the TRX was beyond their capabilities. Hopefully the owner goes back to a stock 1500 or Powerwagon for their needs.

[@JoshOffroad]

⁠@@PatientXero607I was down there with him. like Rory said there was oncoming traffic and the Trx is a big truck and once one wheel went off it was over

[@davidmcelfresh3024]

@@PatientXero607they way Rory described it and others on this thread confirmed, it wasn’t really an issue of the driver being in over their head. It was a slight misjudgment of where he was in relation to the soft shoulder and trying to follow the rules of the road to allow others to pass safely. A lighter Jeep probably does not collapse the soft shoulder and pull the vehicle over the edge.

[@andrewsnow7386]

Thanks for your efforts. The explanation you gave is is why I watch you and Matt on KZbin, but not youtubers that use Heavier more Dramatic methods. Keep up the good work.

[@om617yota8]

Haha agreed!

[@oldmanhare]

I see what you did there 😉 😜

[@richieixtar5849]

Ha ha ha Nice 1 mate :)

[@TheMakersMarkTSF]

Love It! You named it exactly as it is. I watched some of their videos but found out real quick that I was not into Heavy Drama.

[@jackblah5842]

I much prefer the sound track of a V8 motor to over dramatic synthesizer bullish*t

[@CampVerdeCloudWatching]

I just came across this channel literally tonight and this being the first video I've watched from this channel I will say just in the first 3 minutes I decided to subscribe, this guy isn't after fame but more that I feel this guy really cares about his job and loves what he does and is clearly respectful of the land which I really admire. ❤you got yourself a new fan brother.

[@user-zu6hm3tl7i]

Camp Verde off I-17?

[@bradmorcom1788]

As an avid outdoorsman and off-road daily I very much appreciate your values and logic. Much respect. Thank you for sharing that with others.

[@HammerPowered]

While I'm sure you took a hit in doing this recovery for free, I appreciate you doing what you did to keep the other group out. BLM and a lot of the other alphabet soup people certainly don't need more excuses to take away more lands from those of us who wheel and enjoy the trails responsibly.

[@downbytheriver501]

They don’t even need excuses. They’re the human equivalent of the spoiled single child: “everything is mine and only for me!”

[@HammerPowered]

@@downbytheriver501 You are absolutely not wrong on that.

[@daneclark3161]

@@downbytheriver501- WAAA! Kind of ironic there… 🙄

[@manxam2k]

Rory, Mike, Shawn, you deserve every view, every sub, and every dollar you make doing this. I've said this before and I'll say it again, your number of subscribers should be 10x what they are. You guys have a lot of passion for what you do, and dedication to the land you do it on. There aren't many people who aren't just yahoos doing things for the views these days. We appreciate what you do and how you do it! Don't ever stop...

[@bentbarsracing]

Couldn’t have said it better. These guys give it their all. We need more people’s like them.

[@MrPenobe]

I am impressed as hell with pulling this out the way you guys did. I did not think that thing could be pulled out like that with what you had, A testament to how well you built those rigs. Appreciate how you go through everything you do to keep things in good condition and available for use! I have very few things I am willing to Subscribe to, but this video right here got me to.

[@doubleq1223]

What an awesome recovery! I couldn't imagine how much this recovery would've cost! I'm amazed the guy and his dog survived.

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

Sure glad there are folks like you in the off road industry that are responsible and work to keep the trails open and the public safe. Thank you and your team for all you guys do. Well done.

[@Dirtyrpide4life]

People need to understand and RESPECT the precious land Moab has of value . If people wheeling can not see the value in all the efforts took to exercise safely/proper when ANYONE wheeling in Moab lands … those simpletons can go elsewhere. People don’t understand how much we all have to fight to keep the wheeling opportunities alive in Utah . ALL TOURISTS AND RESIDENTS “Be the example for others to follow “ 👊🏻😁💯! Good job for standing your ground 👊🏻🇺🇸

[@doctimw]

RORY, What else can I say but "YOUR THE MAN"!!! Even though you didn't make the money, (the other guy tried to make), you showed the Character that a Real Professional has! We all support you and are very proud to watch a video where the Land means more than the money! You Sir are what keeps the backtrails open!! Watching a "rock climbing rig" make some of the climbs is enjoyable, BUT then YOU come along in a TOW TRUCK pulling a 10,000 lb brick (without wheels) UP THE SAME CLIMB IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!! We all support your opinion about what you said in the intro and you have nothing to apologize for. Ok, now I'm going to stop typing and buy some additional stuff from your store, YOU DESERVE IT!!!

[@mickanonim3860]

Thank you so much for keeping the trails available to us in mind, Sir. Much appreciated. Stuck-on-East-Coast, Missing-Moab.

[@murphymmc]

I have an idea of "the other guys", and if I'm correct, they don't need to be there. It's all about the hype and drama with them. They're probably nice guys and have done some crazy recoveries, but the fabricated drama gets wearisome. Thanks Rory, you keep it real. This recovery was a tough one, well done.

[@dadparker3569]

The respect for the environment you and your team show is heartwarming.

[@TheSickassmick]

You boys have some serious skills! Minimal crew and only two trucks… very impressive! I would’ve thought no one would survive that fall, hats off to dodge and god!

[@ryancrenshaw7531]

Unbelievable recovery ! No damaged equipment! Y’all do an amazing job!!! I wouldn’t worry about doing it for free, you’ll get what you deserve 10 fold!

[@jaywebb3105]

I can only imagine what the driver went through when it over the hill. I'm glad that survived with their dog. At some point I'm sure they will watch this and realize what a miracle it is that they made it. God was looking out for them.

[@hausa592]

It has always surprised me that rorys YT channel has the fewest subscribers but does the recovery work best without the drama and bs. Imo he deserves so much more.

[@johnchedsey1306]

Out of all the Utah recovery type channel guys, I always thought Rory is the most real of the bunch and the one I'd want to ride shotgun one with if ever winning some contest to do so. (Plus getting to see the amazing scenery around Moab)

[@seithlovelace1482]

Thank you for the reminder. I watch nearly all of the videos with my 3 year old, who is infatuated with Trailmater; yet I'd forgotten to subscribe. Fixed.

[@moline800hdyup4]

Probably has alot to do with its a very 1 sides channel, no craziness to bring in the views 🤷‍♂️

[@RealJeep]

As stated, "This is our job, we just happen to film it on KZbin." I'm sure if Rory did dumb tricks like some, had a hot babe, like some and/or resorted to mindless pranks like some he'd get more subs. However, he's just a real guy with a real crew doing an interesting job in an interesting place. Just in case you didn't know, the D in Heavy D stands for Douche.

[@robbieelkins2301]

I know it’s probably already been said in this thread, but I think it bears repeating. On KZbin drama is everything. Drama is what gets people watching. At least in most cases. I think one of the exceptions to that role might be vice grip garage, when it comes to car revivals. The reason for that is because Derek has a very dry sense of humor. He also works on older classic cars. Junkyard digs is another channel that does car rescues and car revivals. Those guys follow the same formula that vice script does. I actually heard them say that vice grip garage was actually one of their biggest motivations. They’ve worked together on a few different projects. Anyhow, my whole point with this statement was that people that watch KZbin love drama in all its forms. That’s why a lot of those more dramatic car rescue KZbin channels probably have more subscribers. Everybody loves a good action movie.

[@arapahoetactical7749]

I'm a bit of a naturalist and I love the rock landscapes of the SW. Thank you so much for taking the steps you did to protect the natural beauty of the area.

[@julieshafto5484]

You guys do such amazing work and your attention to land preservation is top notch!! Keep doing you!! Great job guys!!

[@danielalonso9711]

Your appreciation for the land and the sport of off roading is unmatched.

[@kevbev1524]

Thank you for being a good stewards of the land for us all, and for the sport. And thanks to all our veterans out there who served to make all our freedoms possible and to keep them unharmed from tyranny. God bless the USA

[@kevbev1524]

@@om617yota8 Casey's off Rd recovery I believe

[@davehollingsworth3007]

You guys work together like a well oiled machine! I doubt anyone could of done it better! My hat's off to you all!

[@mtnflyer9859]

Wow, amazing recovery! Good work guys. Also, impressed how much load you put on the buggy’s drivetrain with no issues.

[@spruceville660]

This is why you have sooo much respect in the off-road community. Great work!

[@skipashton8171]

As always, the environmental ethics of Rory and crew are impeccable. They care about the land and the access and contact the right people for permission ... and the BLM and the forest service know this. And for those who have asked about picking up the parts and pieces, did you check out the back of the truck that was full of those? Remember that this is edited so that you don't see every minute of the mission. Mike and Shawn were scouring the side of the cliff for parts and pieces. This was an incredible and impossible looking recovery that took many hours to complete and they took us along for the ride. Great job, Rory and crew!!!

[@GodOfBiscuits66]

I was trying to figure out who Rory was talking about and then it hit me. You are right, they are overproduced, he says the same thing over and over again, bring out a ton of stuff to show it off. You were the right one to take on this recovery. Thanks for doing it for free.

[@jamestrombley386]

I'm super impressed I didn't think you had a snowball's chance in hell getting that out of there. Excellent job.

[@rickcooper6817]

I feel confident in saying that there is no one else in that area capable of doing what you did in removing that wreck from its position. You may not have been monetarily compensated for that service, but what you did in saving the land from further damage will reap you greater rewards in the future. Thanks Rory, Mike and Shawn for the great work you guys do!

[@rudiekeyser2495]

Yes exactly and keeping the crowd out of harm's way. Cheers Capetown 🇿🇦👌

[@donm.1068]

Heavy D and Matt's Offroad both could have plucked that truck out.

[@steinjonah660]

@@rudiekeyser2495 ja oom

[@BT-ej9xf]

@@donm.1068 I'm pretty sure it was Heavy D that was his "competition" on this job. I'm also really fuckin skeptical that trenching out that wash did less damage that a pick from above would have done.

[@Tanner731]

@@BT-ej9xf scraping big vertical gouges up the canyon walls is a lot more visible and longer lasting damage than dragging it through a wash, the next hard rain will erase any evidence they were ever in the wash

[@edwardjohnson1269]

I’m so impressed with your work ethic and your commitment to the environment . Heavy D probably would have dragged it up the side of the cliff tore the truck in half and then laughed about it. I’m behind you all the way keep up the good work

[@k.a.d.msrt8326]

I doubt that actually. 100%

[@thebeardofgaming81]

@@k.a.d.msrt8326 I dont, go watch where he was dragging that Toyota car back up the mountain and look at how many trees he ran over and broke or uprooted. He's just more out for the content then anything.

[@TravisTheSavage]

Their Mormon I don't expect much from them.

[@HoLeeFuk317]

​@@thebeardofgaming81oh no! He killed a tree? How dare he!

[@goingforagander1882]

Unreal recovery, the respect for the land and the elegance with the extraction was unreal considering the circumstances

[@justinmills8084]

Thanks for helping us access to are land, and doing a job to make sure people don't understand what they are doing.

[@wtsdms7998]

You are more knowledgeable than any other recovery team that I’ve seen. At the same you are respectful of both the land and the customers. You are by far the best at what you do and I’ve never seen you put out clickbait. Great content! Keep up the good work!

[@cameronlewis9076]

Shoutout to the realest recovery team out there, especially after meeting you all when I came out to Moab earlier this year. I no longer watch the “Offroad recovery production companies”, only you guys who are honest and themselves who put in the work where it counts and just so happen to film it for our pleasure. Mad respect for all the effort and everything that goes into properly and safely doing all of your recoveries, but especially ones like this on protected land. Looking forward to my next trip out to Moab, and respectfully… I hope I only see you guys because I want to! But if I need you then you’re the only game around IMO

[@jenemcik]

Excellent! Nuf said..

[@durial702]

Can you name the "offroad recovery production companies"? New to the genre and need to make sure I'm not subbed.

[@zyeborm]

​@@durial702likley just the one, heavyD. I started out watching his channel but when I realised he had to be in every shot and driving every vehicle it got really old really fast. He's got all the cool toys to be sure but very over the top hero complex kinda deal. if you like this channel you'll probably like "the southern utah crew" consisting of Robby layton nation (probably the closest in terms of nice and honest and fun, to trailm8r) , matts offroad recovery, and fab rats. A notable mention goes out to chads fab who are a seriously under rated channel, but chad and his family are very quiet and capable types who take a lot of pride in doing things well. Doesn't make for dramatic fast paced content but quite satisfying.

[@AlAllerton]

@@zyeborm I'm subscribed to all of those you mentioned for a while now but never subscribed to H.D. and only watched a few of his videos to know it wasn't for me.

[@MrChaddrak]

your description is very very accurate from what I feel.. exactly the same about all the you tubers you mentioned ( all of them.. and here is a guy watching videos in the Dominican republic telling you that... so you gotta be right at something you said.. kudos@@zyeborm

[@TheJsoco]

You are a good dude Rory. Doing it at a loss just so someone doesn’t damage the land and help keep more accessibility to trails. Thank you for doing the right thing

[@ricksmith7659]

1 million views on KZbin pays extremely well. Where's the loss?

[@Juanito.707]

You sir are a big inspiration to me I loved watching this whole recovery probably a 10/10 for me I enjoyed seeing all the techniques and thought put into how to drag that truck out heavy rebel like that amazing job 👏👏👏

[@9thSapper]

You're 100% spot on Rory. I bought some merch to show my support. Hopefully many others will make purchase and help offset some of the expense of this recovery.

[@Fix_It_Again_Tony]

I've been thinking about getting a hoodie to go with my rock pecker T-shirt. Looks like today is the day.

[@stevenboyd5827]

Sir, you and the crew are so much a blessing for Moab. I and my family have been out there off and on for the last 12 years and hopefully we will still have trails to return to for the next 12 to 20 years because off your efforts. May God bless you all. Much respect to you all! Thank you!!!❤️

[@gbackman1]

Trail mater and buggy world class. Dodge new tire, slight alignment, zaino Brothers wax . Done

[@henrypalos8463]

Ya that intro just to look like an idiot 😂 “KZbin this KZbin that” MIKE’S OFF-ROAD RECOVERY Is the first to do an actual recovery lol Not just trying to put a foot in IYKYK

[@gramu2643]

Kudos to Trailmater. 1. Rory is hands down the best 4-wheel off road driver I have seen. 2. It's refreshing to have a guy that loves what he does and loves the environment which is also his backyard. Keep up the good work Trailmater. You guys are simply...the best.

[@kyledisch4034]

Great video rory, love how you broke it down and respect the environment yourr working around. You and your crew are masters at your craft. After watchin this recovery...im a fan for life!

[@JDZiemba1773]

If that insurance guy is any kind of man at all he should pay you at least the low side quote.....you guys are on ur game n are a bunch of pros👍🇺🇸❤️

[@coolhanddruid]

insurance guy and man dont go in the same sentence.

[@hopefloats7573]

Insurance guy is already cutting $100k check.

[@JDZiemba1773]

@@hopefloats7573 I realize that but doin the right thing is not gonna make or break them.....👍🇺🇸❤️

[@larryjohns8823]

At least - ask Rory if he wants the wrecked Ram. The dude must have some type of off road clause on his insurance, most insurance companies are always looking for a way to get out of paying a total on a 96k claim!!!😮

[@shawnwhitman5482]

That brown tow truck is a beast. I'm amazed at how it works and the skill you and your crew have to make seemingly impossible jobs possible.

[@brockryan3405]

Ain't that the truth! It's an absolute power house when Rory runs it.

[@aussiebloke609]

it's even more impressive when you think that he's running a 4-speed with a clutch, and it's lifting a front end that's carrying a big block engine. Impressive vehicle, and a skilled driver.

[@trishlarrysnyder1008]

That is very cool that you care about our land the way you do I appreciate it very much…. People these days just don’t care about anything but themselves. Great job Rory & crew !!!!!!

[@andysmith5220]

I appreciate it that your showing how you can recover and return land to original condition. Hopefully this helps change laws so 4 wheels can use these areas more and its nice having a recover company do it with minimum disturbance to area

[@Kentucky921]

I believe that was about the toughest recovery I’ve seen the trail mater team do, hats off to your love of nature and the pride you have doing your job!!

[@wldott]

Well I have a feeling he is talking about HeavyD and his crew and I would agree that he has a method of just get a bigger vehicle and yank harder, and does some serious damage to areas while removing disabled vehicles.

[@christian7200]

Funny he couldn’t be a man enough to just say his name directly though

[@dirkdigler5332]

@@christian7200 so in your book being a man is calling out names and being a dick.

[@ateazy7801]

They put out a video a little bit ago getting an RV out of a dry lake bed. He was clearly inpatient and tore the shit out of the poor guy's RV by just yeeting it in the hemit then got stuck again and had to get some random dude to rescue him because he was showing off and taking aggressive turns while towing. After this he just bails in his helicopter. felt mad disrespectful.

[@gladdentarvis]

I had the same feeling the moment he said BIG truck. HeavyD often has to fix the land in order to not be fined by blm.

[@abraxasracing]

That is what I thought too.

[@bellasky83]

That is pretty impressive that the driver and his dog survived that! Wouldn’t have wanted to be in the aluminum Raptor for that fall 😮Great recovery Rory and team.

[@paulgassler1021]

Love Trail Mater!! That big block grunt makes the hair on my arms stand up! Only a couple of times did I hear it hit 3K rpm. You guys obviously love what you do. Thanks for sharing a day in the life...

[@CamObserver]

Rory you are a honorable man. I applaud you for taking on this recovery in the manner you did and for the reasons. My buddy and I are going to get some merch from you to help support this one time event.

[@ramirohernandez2052]

Wow Rory and crew, hats off to you guys. I’m not an off road guy, but I do respect wilderness as beauty as it sits and has existed this millions of years. My greatest of appreciation for taking those extra steps and stepping in to do this recovery. If you really want to preserve the beauty of the land with the least damage possible, way to go crew. Much appreciated beautiful shots, thanks for taking us along.

[@rickraworth3477]

Just stumble across this, And i'm so glad I did, That's a nice work. I could just imagine the amount of effort it took

[@Sdukes001]

Perfect recovery and not damage done to that trx you guys are true professionals at what you do.