Sliding Down A Snowy Idaho Mountain In My Jeep Gladiator

[@Venture2Roam]

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[@RevereOverland]

This is the best version of this video I’ve seen all year!

[@Venture2Roam]

It will forever be the best video of this trip released in 2024. 😃😎

[@RevereOverland]

@@Venture2RoamI’ve thought about putting together all the winter trips into a movie…

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

This is a great video! I think it sits between mine and that English dude who was following us. Truly a great trip. Can’t wait for the next

[@Venture2Roam]

Let's do it again man...had a blast.

[@samjohnson9894]

"That English dude" has morals. And YOU don't measure up. Not that I speak for him so don't get it twisted. BUT... As any freedom lover would say to you...go E'F yourself. You're a leech on a skinfold holding on for dear life.

[@cliffarnold7463]

Love this channel and community. From Boise myself and super jealous that I’m not living this life… yet.

[@Venture2Roam]

Right on - nice to hear from a fellow Boisean!

[@SJ-EOR]

Wow. You just keep setting the bar higher and higher with each new video. This one was so beautiful with the snow. Thanks for sharing.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you so much!

[@TriStateOverland]

Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale is amazing!! Great choice!!

[@Venture2Roam]

Ya I really enjoyed it! I don’t know what Rob’s problem is lol.

[@SimplyMustGo]

I can get over how amazing the mountains looked covered in snow. So unbelievable beautiful.

[@Venture2Roam]

I agree. It was nice to be there during a storm and see everything get covered up.

[@TrailNewbie]

Great video Will..! Loved watching this perspective! 👊🏼🙌🏼👏🏼😃

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks Greg!!

[@UtahNick71]

Funny watching the Bronco get frozen.

[@Venture2Roam]

We gave him an appropriate hard time about it!

[@DocWrangler]

Loving this winter wonderland video! Stay warm!

[@Venture2Roam]

I'm still waiting for you to get a 392 so we can go out together and make a V8 ASMR video lol

[@user-tj3yi9zj4m]

It would be hysterical doing a trip with all these guys. thanks for sharing guys

[@Venture2Roam]

Not gonna lie...it was non stop shenanigans.

[@darksideemt]

Making us insanely jealous as always sir. Braving the cold would have totally been worth it for how absolutely gorgeous that was (first day mainly if I'm honest).

[@Venture2Roam]

Oh man - it was well worth it...i guess it's subjective though...I found myself shedding layers because I was to warm for a lot of the trip...I think my blood just runs a little warm though. I can't wait to go out and get more winter views next month!

[@GeefromBC]

Man, looked like a winter wonderland. Awesome video as always Will.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks Gari!

[@livingforadventures7842]

Hello from Buffalo NY. Love the scenery and the guy with the Bills Mafia hat. Go Bills!

[@Venture2Roam]

Lance it is the best!

[@AngerManagementOverland]

Sorry can’t believe I missed this comment. Born and raised in Oakfield NY. GO BILLS!!!!!!!!!!

[@donnapablos8752]

Looks like great time we have to check out that area Don And Donna

[@Venture2Roam]

It's kind of like the back door to the Sawtooths!

[@DinoEvangelista]

Great video! And that ending shot with the Bald Eagles and the rigs driving the trail in the background... MONEY!!! 👏🏼🙌🏼

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you...ya we were luck that we could use a zoom lens to keep the drone back far enough not to bother them...We see bald eagles all the time out here...but that shot of the Balds and then the Golden...are just so good.

[@DinoEvangelista]

@@Venture2Roam They were indeed!

[@helenlss9395]

Your video-making skills are truly impressive! It has a narrative quality and a cinematic visual appeal.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!!

[@MegaRetr]

Great video Will)))

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!!

[@AllOverOverland]

Music is on point!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks man!

[@moveonbarbie7682]

We had an absolute blast watching this guy’s trip! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@Venture2Roam]

Awesome!

[@frontierstateoverland3816]

Great trip with great friends!

[@Venture2Roam]

I’ve been told they are just acquaintances 😂

[@Gunsmoke9]

Adventure ❄️

[@Venture2Roam]

👌🙌

[@ColeOrton]

Here for Sigur Rós. 🤘🤘🤘

[@Venture2Roam]

Yes. They are so good.

[@BakerOverland]

Great work as always.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks bro. Looking forward to your next one.

[@GetOutGO]

Looks like another great trip Will. Never driven in snow before, might try it this year 😉

[@Venture2Roam]

Hey Christoff! It's a very different experience for sure...but there's nothing like getting out into the quiet of winter.

[@virgilbowman279]

Another well done video. Looks like everyone had a great time and saw some beautiful sights. The only down side was that there seemed to be way too many commercials.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!! Sorry about the commercials, KZbin automatically shows them. I hate them too so I just sucked it up and paid for premium 😂

[@joemzd]

I went camping and was rained on once, no awning, was completely miserable in the cold and the wet. Got my MoonShade to never experience that again!

[@Venture2Roam]

It was so dumb of us not to talk about who had an awning..it would have taken me 10 mins to put one on the Truck...just didn't think about it! Never again lol.

[@KUEHLKUEST]

Super cool trip man!! That ale beer is delish!! I, ( Jonny ) have had it before. Those were Mountain Lion tracks. Big kitty!! So beautiful up there!! Cheers!! J & C

[@Venture2Roam]

We have quite a few Mountain Lions up here. Fun to see their tracks. Not so fun to think they were prowling us lol.

[@charlieswearingen500]

@16:30 "We're coming up to Barber Flat." - Barber Flat and Barber Flat Guard Station (GS) are on the North Fork of the Boise River, and Alexander Flat is on the Middle Fork of the Boise River. The trail from Idaho City to Atlanta went through both flats, and there used to be a travelers' station and a CCC Camp located on Alexander Flat. The CCC Camp foundations are still visible between the road and the river. I was sure surprised to see the Eagle nest on top of the pinnacle @ 41:55. Cool view of the nest. BTW - I lived at Barber Flat GS, Deer Park GS, Dutch Frank GS, and Atlanta GS during the summers of 1973 to 2017 while working for the Forest Service...

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks for the clarification! I always confuse Barber and Alexander...they are kind of interchangeable in my mind because they are directly connected by that road...sorry for the mistake. Honestly, I never cared to know the names of those places until a few years ago..it was always just..."that place where the road connects the middle and north forks" lol. But hearing that you lived there during the summers makes me want to get the names right out of respect for you and your Forest Service colleagues.

[@charlieswearingen500]

@@Venture2Roam - I enjoy the hell out of your videos, but I'm a history buff to a fault. I love knowing the history of the locations I visit. I always catch your videos because they generally involve Idaho and places I'm familiar with, making it more fun for me.

[@Venture2Roam]

@@charlieswearingen500 There have been a few without as much history in them...but I'm working on the Nevada BDR movie, which will have some fun stuff I think.

[@harvmac69]

Such a fun trip! Thanks for sharing!!

[@Venture2Roam]

Right on, thanks for taking the time to watch!!

[@haroldsams-hs]

say if you had a big enough tarp to throw over the hood to help hold some heat in that buddy heater would have worked. "maybe" lol awesome video! thanks for sharing

[@Venture2Roam]

lol. At this point, the buddy heater is still the easiest option to use...I just won't sleep with it running. So glad you like the video!!!

[@haroldsams-hs]

I meant it probably would have worked to thaw the steering out on the bronco, you have a killer overland rig!

[@laddgoodall6015]

Another great video! Thanks for sharing your adventures!♥

[@Venture2Roam]

So glad you liked it. Lots more coming very soon!!!

[@Cobsspeedshop]

Been camping hiking and wheeling all over the middle fork atlanta area definitely beautiful area nice video brother and i miss tom from twin springs he was a great ol timer

[@Venture2Roam]

Nice to hear from someone who knows the area!

[@martinhernandez6506]

Good evening & Happy New Year Chris, Guys & Family ! This was another spectacular adventure ! Amazing videography, locations & wonderful Friends ! May the New Year be filled with Life’s Endless Blessings for each of you ! Congratulations Rob on hitting 100,000 subscribers ! Keep up the great work & keep smiling !

[@Venture2Roam]

What a great comment. Thank you so much!!!

[@Principal9999]

Amazing!!! Thanks for sharing. Cheers!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!!!

[@TilmanRudiger]

Man your Videos are just great!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you so much!!!

[@kscoran]

Atlanta is such an awesome place all year around but super cool in the winter ! Another great video 👍 Tracks were mostly likely cat, especially when they are one In front of another like that ! wolf tracks would have been as big or bigger than a fist! Everytime I think I see a wolf track then when I really do you know haha they are huge !

[@Venture2Roam]

I went on a wolf hunt out that way last year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJisoKB8esuioKM it was incredible.

[@ChanceP]

Nice video and looked like fun but also miserable haha when it’s cold and snowy like that, no thanks 😂

[@Venture2Roam]

lol...there were a few moments when I was thinking the same thing.

[@812Taco]

Fantastic video!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!!

[@crazyidahoguy]

@venture2roam the ket to the diesel heater is that you need a semi rigid dryer vent for the intake that pulls clean air away from the unit. I use a 5' tube on my heater so I never pull in any exhaust.

[@Venture2Roam]

Great tip, thanks for sharing!

[@pleinairbarnettoutdoors]

Hello from Canada. Looks like a similar winter wonderland. Frozen latches might have a rubber cover accessory, if not try applying food grade silicone spray 'before' your trip.

[@Venture2Roam]

Great tip on the smart cap, thanks! We're getting more snow right now...so I can't wait to get back out there and get some winter views!

[@kentonseydellaolcp4785]

Try "Lock Ez" to help keep locks from freezing.

[@DavesW]

That is the second time I’ve seen someone with a newer Bronco, get their steering frozen up. I believe it was “The Story Til Now” channel.

[@Venture2Roam]

I don’t remember Shaun’s freezing. I’ll have to ask. I think this one was an aftermarket parts problem.

[@DavesW]

@@Venture2Roam I’ll try to find the episode

[@DavesW]

@@Venture2Roam I may be remembering wrong, thought I remember that happened though

[@obrianmcc]

Don't give up on the heater .... I've been running one for 3yrs without issues and the dry heat eliminated any condensation issues we were experiencing. I can say they do not like any restriction on the exhaust and they will smell a bit when new. (especially at start up). IMO some of the smell also comes from the ducting. Mines a 3kw running off a 500w Jackery, but I have been hearing that the 8kw's seem to require higher amperage for startup. It might be that the 8kw's need an actual house battery unless you can find a power supply with a 15 amp rated plug as most max out at 10 amps. I test ran my kit for a few hrs before actually taking it out in the field and I also purchased a handheld CO detector. The heater has always read zero except at the exhaust, however I would always run a portable detector during the night for peace of mind. A Propex or Wabasto is on our list if the cheaper units fail.

[@Venture2Roam]

Awesome info. If I can make it more dummy proof and dependable I'll keep trying. I got tired of messing with though, so it's just sitting in my garage at the moment...maybe I'll switch to a 3Kw just to lower the power draw..I can't imagine 3Kw not being enough to heat a tent.

[@erickaesman4001]

Its funny how many people on FB camp groups bash diesel heaters as some kinda super luxury item that 'sissyfied' the camp experience. Last week's New Years Eve trip near Dillon, MT it was 17 during the night. I thoroughly enjoyed the luxury item while I roughed it.

[@Venture2Roam]

Staying warm is not overrated lol. I can have fun without a heater...but it's so nice to wake up and be able to just relax in your tent until the sun comes up. FB groups are super toxic...there's only like 3 I pay attention to anymore.

[@hjstrater]

If no one has mentioned it to you, RSI has latch covers that they will send you to prevent freezing like that. Dry them out and use a graphic lube and you won’t have that issue once you put the covers on.

[@Venture2Roam]

Ya I saw those. Part of the issue is that if you lift up the wings when it’s snowing…snow gets in the latch and makes it easier for them to freeze. I started locking the latches whenever the wings were up and it helped a lot.

[@johnmadsen37]

The babadook come out at night.

[@Venture2Roam]

???

[@OlympicXpeditions]

Check the wire gauge on your disel heater plug. I had a similar issue and realized that even though it was advertised to work for diesel heaters, it wasn't thick enough. Get a 12AWG minumum. Also make sure your outlet tube isnt crimped or blocked in any way. I've had all the codes lol. You also need to clean it and replace the glow plug every so often. Once you figure it out you'll never suffer ag8.

[@Venture2Roam]

Really good comment. I'll check that out..but I'm kind of done with those things...at least the cheap ones.

[@boun_viaggio_usa9989]

You can’t have the exhaust and air intake of the Vevor located in the same place. Your heater was sucking in the exhaust and pushing it in to your tent. Another good video.

[@Venture2Roam]

Glad you enjoyed it. We tried many different configurations of the exhaust..and the heater threw 3 different codes the next night..I didn't want to dwell on it, so I didn't record it and just moved on.

[@mattr6334]

Great content, love the snow wheeling and that scenery. Is the Gladiator boring to drive compared to the 392?

[@Venture2Roam]

In some ways, yes the Gladiator is boring compared to the 392...but it's sooooo nice to have all of the extra room. On this trip I had the bed PACKED with wood for fires..something that's really hard to do in the 392.

[@mattr6334]

Well sounds like it’s time to swap in a hellcat hemi in the gladiator! Please do the swap and report back on which is more fun! 😂😂

[@Venture2Roam]

I like where you’re head is at. That thing 100% needs a swap.

[@fratto1]

What was the name of those 1st hotsprings you named? Thanks great video.

[@Venture2Roam]

Loftus

[@gageparks3939]

Did you have a solution for the diesel heater fumes? I had the same situation and it wasn’t from the exhaust it was like it was pumping it through the hose. Odd… no fuel leaks or anything

[@Venture2Roam]

It might be caused by spilling diesel when filling up the tank...could also be the heater just burning off initial crud...You might just run it for a few hours and see if it gets better?

[@Juuice03]

What is the thing he is putting on the tire at 17:44??

[@Venture2Roam]

They are called snow socks. They are a chains alternative.

[@roymiller4684]

It will also work when your doors get frozen shut.

[@phathonda450]

Studded bridgestone blizzaks or studded m/t

[@Venture2Roam]

How do you think that helps in powder?

[@Otownoverland]

Footage looks familiar 😅

[@Venture2Roam]

lol, it should...we all shared all of our footage...and I think even though the videos are very different, we all liked certain shots.

[@Otownoverland]

This one I like the best

[@Venture2Roam]

@@Otownoverland Thank you! Those two are very hard acts to follow.

[@Neteng333]

What snow socks are on the Bronco?

[@Venture2Roam]

autosock.us/

[@alexcosta7020]

Im with you on the AeroPress over the french press. Zero comparison there

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you. No comparison. I've yet to find something that makes better coffee at camp besides a straight pour over...but I really like the way it presses the coffee.

[@LostThymeOverlandAdventures]

Where the heck are you going to dinner there??

[@Venture2Roam]

That was the Beaver lodge I believe.

[@ccwstraightshooter9761]

What power station were you using for the diesel heater that was under powered?

[@Venture2Roam]

It’s an Itehil brand 500W

[@ccwstraightshooter9761]

The diesel heater needs any where from 9-12amps to power up through startup. Your power station has a regulated 10amp car socket. It’s likely your diesel heater needs to pull slightly over 10 amps for startup. There are only a handful of power stations that have a car socket that supports more than 10 amps.

[@Venture2Roam]

@@ccwstraightshooter9761 I can get it to work…but not consistently. I’ve tried lots of different approaches with different batteries amp boosters etc. I need something more simple and dummy proof lol.

[@ccwstraightshooter9761]

@@Venture2Roam Got it. I think your biggest problem is buying cheap diesel heaters. I’m definitely not a big fan of Vevor.

[@Venture2Roam]

@@ccwstraightshooter9761100% agree

[@roymiller4684]

Two parts water. One part rubbing alcohol or isopropyl alcohol in a spray bottle. It'll thaw out your latches instantly as well as the frost on your windshield.

[@Venture2Roam]

Great tip!

[@roymiller4684]

You can go a little stronger with the alcohol. Make sure it's cold if you spray it on a frosted windshield though. Also, NAPA Auto parts carries shield defroster in aerosol can that works really great.

[@tarucausa]

I think we can help you with your awning dilemma 👀😁

[@Venture2Roam]

We needed a Taruca 270! It would have been so nice. We would have used it constantly on that trip.

[@82werk72]

Have you just uploaded this video again?

[@Venture2Roam]

No. I’ve never published this video until today.

[@82werk72]

@@Venture2Roamahh i have seen @offthegrindvideo from this trip 😊

[@Venture2Roam]

@@82werk72 That makes sense. We shared all of our footage. Revere made a video of this trip too.

[@jayamos456]

McCall start date April 15th 😊

[@Venture2Roam]

That's my favorite place on earth. I love McCall...it literally has everything.

[@krashvictim]

maybe your diesel heater to thaw the bronco?

[@Venture2Roam]

We thought about that…but it needed a lot of heat!

[@vincentpina8775]

How do you not get copywrite strikes?

[@Venture2Roam]

I have the licensing for the music. Info in the description.

[@sagebrushbob2321]

Everybody I know who has bought one of those Chinese diesel heaters have regretted it. They all have some problems and require constant futzing around with to make them work. I certainly wouldn't depend on one in sub-zero temps.

[@Venture2Roam]

I’ve been tinkering with mine for a long time now…and am done with it lol.

[@billj503]

Jt tire height?

[@Venture2Roam]

37s

[@LostThymeOverlandAdventures]

I wonder why more people don’t sleep in the back of their jeeps?

[@Venture2Roam]

Good question. The Gladiator truck bed is too short for me..but I’m sure there are folks out there that figure that out.

[@Jc-bo1uu]

Why don’t you guys have tire chins.

[@Venture2Roam]

Tire chains would have been good on that hill…but those tire socks worked just fine.

[@LostThymeOverlandAdventures]

Yeah. Electric blanket and gas generator

[@Venture2Roam]

Agree. Or just a great sleeping bag. Heaters aren’t necessary…but they are nice if you can get them to work!

[@OLNPHOTO]

Well I can’t believe I haven’t subscribed to your channel. I’ve been watching your videos for awhile now. Anyways I hope my subscription helps your adventures

[@Venture2Roam]

YES! Thank you for the sub, that helps a ton in a number of ways...most importantly though, thank you for watching my vids!

[@chrishorton6605]

Shouldn't you be carrying tire chains for winter off road? Put chains on all 4 tires and you will be amazed how well you can get through snow and ice.

[@Venture2Roam]

Chains are fantastic for lots of situations. On this trip we had "snow socks" that give traction similar to chains. I didn't feel like I needed anything on my truck with the Recon Grapplers. Also - it wasn't a slippery road that turned us around, it was a large washout..it would have given me pause on a dry road. The supply van for the Beaver Lodge has chains on all 4...and they passed us on the road cruising down the river at like 35 mph lol.

[@TheEPICBeardedGinger]

Is this video sponsored by Maxtrax?....

[@Venture2Roam]

I think could have squeezed a few more in that 6 inch washout.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Did I make first comment!!???

[@Venture2Roam]

LOL. You win!

[@PhatboyHD88]

Yep your late with this video, seen it all twice already🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Venture2Roam]

Sorry.

[@CraigG21]

But it had different footage which filled in gaps from the others. Well done Will 👌

[@RevereOverland]

I still feel like it told a different story and had things that were missing from mine. You'd never know about the harmonica if you didn't watch this one!