SAND To SLICK ROCK: UTAH'S BEST Off-Road Trails

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

This channel is quickly becoming one of my fav overlanding channel on the Tube!

[@Venture2Roam]

That's so awesome to hear!

[@peterkelly4869]

Agreed.

[@joshuawadsworth5050]

This is an award winning type documentary!!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!

[@fscottgray9784]

Your video quality in this one is great. A lot of great Epic shots from the drone and it gives a real seat of the pants feel of what its like to drive off road.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! Finishing up ithe Rubicon Series this week, then back to overlanding...and lots of drone stuff lol.

[@VJOffroadAdventures]

Hey brother! I live in Meridian and I currently work from home, I have been working on my first jeep its an old ZJ, but I have to say I watch your videos on a loop while I work for 2 reasons: 1. You post longer videos which I truly appreciate 2. More importantly, the way you talk sounds a lot like me, even in the simplest situations you always take a moment to appreciate your surroundings, the people you are with and the experience you are having. Shows so much self awareness and that is just awesome. I truly enjoy your videos. Once my jeep has a new engine in it I am hoping to join in on more of the outdoor jeep scene! You are a blessing not only to Idaho, but the off-roading community. Thank you for every minute of effort you put into your videos for us to enjoy. It would be awesome to meet you one day!!

[@Venture2Roam]

It's so awesome to hear you've got my vids playing man. I hope you get that ZJ on the trails soon!!! I've got some shop project right now too..and it's a ton of fun to be working on something, but nothing beats getting them on the trail.

[@VJOffroadAdventures]

It will be my first completed project so I look forward to getting out there and getting to know my vehicle better! Looks like the snow is finally coming in tonight! Be safe out there!

[@airbrainflight]

At 42 minutes he had a profound realization of his own insignificance in the universe. The grandeur of nature is what we go for. Congratulations on your experience.

[@Minnesota_Vance]

I know some viewers are complaining about "reruns" but I enjoy the long versions of your adventures more than the shorter versions over a month. One thing about this Easter Jeep Week in Moab that struck me was, how the heck are you not invited to events with Brad and Shawn? And it has been bugging me how Kevin Williams snubbed you. I know you prefer me to stay positive but those things have been bothering me since spring. You do a fantastic job capturing video and editing and I think your enthusiasm makes everything engaging and a lot of fun to watch. ❤️

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you so so much for this comment! The truth is I shoot these videos as one long movie. And if I could get away with it, I'd probably just release mostly movies...but KZbin likes you to put out regular content, which is why I release them in episodes first. This one does have additional footage not found in the eps. On the Brad/Shaun thing - They both have more presence in the rock/crawling/Jeep world than I do. It was my first Easter Jeep - and they've both been several times...so they are just more known to the folks who are going to be there...I actually really enjoyed having a day with just Lance and I on the trail - I think that was my favorite day. Lastly - Kevin didn't snub me too bad lol...I've been snubbed a lot, and this honestly wasn't bad at all. We actually shot some video together but the wind was so bad I couldn't use the footage. I'm pretty sure he and Brittany had no idea who I was, but he was still friendly...no hard feelings whatsoever on my part.

[@RevereOverland]

@@Venture2RoamI’d snub you

[@Venture2Roam]

@@RevereOverland It would be weird if you didn't.

[@rick_petrie]

@@Venture2Roam Thanks for explaining the "long movie" and the "episodes" difference. I was probably like some others that were thinking "why does this seem familiar? The description says it was released only a few days ago". Thanks again. I think the best part about your videos is you don't gloss over when you might have some fear and/or doubt about obstacles, heights, damage, etc. That's one of the things that put your videos above so many others. Sometimes NOT being "too cool for school" is more entertaining and perhaps helpful to your viewers. Bravo!

[@TLOverlander]

I like the long form stuff as well 🤘🏻😁🤘🏻

[@Buzzyfuzz]

Awww....Lance is great at managing anger😂. No broncos😢. Lol. Frickin awesome Will @venture2roam so enjoyable. I have to catch up on this channel. I've been in the backwoods for a week. Its Like shaking hands with an old friend! Thank you.

[@Venture2Roam]

I mean...being in the backwoods is the best excuse I can think of to miss a few vids!

[@VanDoghies]

Your cinematography is beyond compare and Moab is one of the best tests because it can seem impossible to capture it all...but you did! We just posted a small slice of Moab and already have plans to go back. Watching your videos help inspire us!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! Moab is tough to film..you really have to get a little bit of everything!

[@3588aj]

its good to see Brad with you guys 😊. keep up the good work.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks, it was a fun day to hang with him on the trail.

[@TrailTherapyOffroad]

Recently discovered this channel and now I’m binge watching all the videos! Awesome content, you should do Dusy, Barrett, hellhole and fordyce if you do another rubicon trip.

[@Venture2Roam]

Right on! Fordyce is on the list for next year.

[@RunPoncho]

You continue to put fantastic material that keeps us entertained and provides great insight to wherever you are going. Thanks a lot man it's greatly appreciated!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! Lots more coming soon!!

[@BakerOverland]

The intended format. Man I enjoyed every second of this. Hey KZbin, let us just do movies ok? Ok. 😂

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks Caleb. I hope KZbin is listening!!

[@Oregontrailblazin]

Woohoo ! The whole damm crew !!

[@Venture2Roam]

That was a fun week!

[@RevereOverland]

Great video! I've watched people do Hell's Gate plenty of times, but I've never been brave enough to take it on myself.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks Rob. I think doing this type of stuff makes me appreciate Overlanding more..and vice versa.

[@danh626]

It was not brought up but one thing to keep in mind for those "scared" of a trail like Metal Masher. There are multiple lines that can be taken and several bypasses. Yes, you need a major rig to do the main obstacles. However if you have a less capable rig, there are still bypasses and easier lines you can take on most every obstacle. This goes for not just Metal Masher but most of the other trails too. But not all the trails. Great video.

[@Venture2Roam]

Great points. Thanks for sharing this.

[@tango_bravo_garage]

This was awesome! I was just out in Moab last weekend and I need to get back😂. Your videography is amazing

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! Moab might have to be an annual trip for us because we had so much fun.

[@tango_bravo_garage]

@@Venture2Roam Consider late fall. We’ve done Thanksgiving week the last 3 years and it’s empty, but the conditions are wonderful. Just bear in mind it gets chilly at night if you’re camping (we do, without issue).

[@mfranano78]

Great video skills. I felt your nerves sitting in my work chair. I have MetalCloak on my Jeep and LOVE it!!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! Ya, it's super emotional...especially your first time.

[@markcaldwell01]

I appreciate the effort that goes into the cinematography and even the choice of music. New subscriber here.

[@Venture2Roam]

Awesome, thanks for subscribing! Glad you dig the vibes - we’ve got more fun stuff coming your way!

[@michaelptm2269]

It was great ending with hells gate, congrats man 💪

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! This trip definitely built my confidence as a driver.

[@chuckc6515]

Man what a fantastic video…dare I say movie? Excellent work, thanks for sharing your adventures!!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thanks a ton! Glad you liked it! Can’t wait to share more adventures with you!

[@rafterwhomestead]

Really nice work, Will! I'm enjoying it.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!!

[@r1gxxr]

Not gonna lie I really enjoyed this video, thanks for sharing!! Makes me want to move to Utah even more now thanks for that🤦‍♂️🤣😂

[@Venture2Roam]

I hear you on that. Utah is amazing.

[@erichmeyer8213]

Your videos are great. Rather than just have a Go Pro mounted on your dash like so many dumb You Tubers you actually take time to put together great stuff. Your Idaho BDR is still one of the best!

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you so much!!

[@jlr_adventurer]

Great great video, and I just saw bam bam (jeep Willis, another KZbinr) behind you at the hells gate entrance 🤙🏻 awesome video

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! I didn't see Bam Bam, but will rewatch that section to spot it.

[@ivanorizaba9174]

Hey bro I saw you today and I had to say hi at the recycling place ..you're a true inspiration I wanted to say more but I didn't want to take your time ..I love your vids

[@Venture2Roam]

Hey man thanks for saying hi, I really appreciate it.

[@CoasttoCoastOutdoorAdventures]

Great video. I was in Moab last week, but had to stick to easier trials because I was flying solo. Definitely going back to take on the harder trails. If you ever want to go wheelin, let me know. I enjoy your channel. I am new to wheelin as well, so I am evolving right along with you.

[@Venture2Roam]

which ones did you do?

[@CoasttoCoastOutdoorAdventures]

@ I ran Hurrah Pass out to Chickens Corner and camped out there. Really wanted to run the iconic Moab trails, was just by myself.

[@TerraFirmaX]

Great video Will, I know ive seen all this before. well at least the beginning, but it was still a spectacular video.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! This version does have additional footage that wasn't in the singular episodes...but my intent was to make a movie out of it from the beginning. This is how I prefer to make vids, but it would mean less regular content.

[@TerraFirmaX]

@@Venture2Roam and I thought it was great. It gives a better overall perspective.

[@djelgan680]

Hells Gate would be a big no for me but great job tackling it, and as always, great videography and commentary

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you! Hells Gate had me uneasy for sure!

[@clintcgate3723]

Great video. Thx.

[@mentally.retired]

I'm only watching for the Bronco. #buckup :D

[@Venture2Roam]

Nice. There's actually quite a bit of Bronco content on my channel. That Bronco did the Rubicon with me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH2cdKR_hNCemrs

[@TLOverlander]

Same 🤘🏻😁🤘🏻

[@dutchloveRC]

Why , to see if it makes it all the way???😜

[@TLOverlander]

@dutchloveRC for a bone stock, off the dealership floor offroader breezing thru the Rubicon...? You can't buy anything else as capable 🤷 And if your comment is about reliability, well.... Lol. This is a Jeep channel, so 👍🏻

[@dutchloveRC]

@@TLOverlander you guys do more than I ever will, I just enjoy watching, btw I own a Ford Jeep and Chevy

[@Wesley-uo3rn]

Being from Dallas Ft.Worth when that Pantera came on it was then I knew... Ur Cool.

[@Venture2Roam]

I saw Pantera open for Metallica this summer. It was awesome.

[@nester_dimon]

Крутое приключение, старая машина на 12:48 минуте видео похожа на International Harvester примерно 1960-ых годов.

[@Beauty_and_TheBeard]

Good song choice

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!

[@kfhunter418]

Did you not hear the rattle snake 12:00? or did you add the sound to the video?

[@Venture2Roam]

That’s a percussion SFX. Honestly I wasn’t trying to make you think it was a rattlesnake. They have much more of a baby rattle sound.

[@mswdawg]

Old International from the 50’s

[@Venture2Roam]

That's turning into the general consensus!

[@smokinone951]

the truck looks like an old international pickup truck

[@Venture2Roam]

You might be right.

[@joelmurphy7980]

@@Venture2Roam He is.

[@garrettscott4094]

I guess a Dodge Power Wagon and possibly a military variant. Not because I saw any distinguishing feature. However, given the proposed age of those buildings, the purpose of the mines, and the fact it was broken down on the side of the road; I think it's a reasonable guess.

[@Venture2Roam]

Seems like a good guess to me.

[@garrettscott4094]

@Venture2Roam jeeps and power wagons were about all that was being made at that time.

[@alfa8822]

Why didn’t Lance do Hell’s Gate? Love the video! I’ve watched it twice

[@Venture2Roam]

He had to go back to Boise early. Awesome to hear you liked the vid!!

[@peterkelly4869]

What happened to the last episode of Rubicon???

[@Venture2Roam]

It's coming out this week. I'm editing it now!

[@peterkelly4869]

@@Venture2Roam ok...you really freaked me out. I really enjoyed the first ones.

[@Venture2Roam]

@@peterkelly4869 The Rubicon series is one of my favorites of all time..but it's not getting many views, so I wanted to mix it up just a little before publishing the final video. This series will be combined with additional footage and released as a movie later in the winter as well.

[@001brasil]

hi,nice Jeep ,tire is 38?

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you. Yes 38 X 13.5

[@JohnSmith-sh1zg]

Why didn’t the Braptor go up Hells revenge?

[@Venture2Roam]

Lance had to head home early, and I didn’t get any footage of him leaving, which is why it’s not mentioned. I bet he’d do it. Infact, I bet the BRaptor would have zero issues with that in general.

[@JohnSmith-sh1zg]

@ I have one as well is why I was asking. Would have liked to seen his ride out there on the trail. Great energy on the video my dude. I live out here next to Sand Hollow in Southwest Utah.

[@JohnSmith-sh1zg]

What winch setup does Lance have on his Bronco?

[@Venture2Roam]

@@JohnSmith-sh1zg You can see more of that Bronco in action on the Rubcion here: kzbin.info/aero/PLv4WOiu-rUDCYkJFE9WzmNHGpQxzsdnZ7

[@Venture2Roam]

@@JohnSmith-sh1zg Warn Evo 10-S on a RC high winch mount with frame stiffeners.

[@4x4adventure_pl]

Those rocky climbs were no match for your rig! You made it look effortless, even though the terrain was rough. I post similar off-road adventures-come check it out if you're interested.

[@Venture2Roam]

Thank you!

[@canadiansasquatch777]

support ford bronco❤❤😅

[@Venture2Roam]

That Bronco is a beast...and it's on the trail with me often. We're in the middle of planning winter trips right now, so it will be fun to see how it does in the snow this year.

[@canadiansasquatch777]

@@Venture2Roam Cant wait to see the videos

[@dizi17]

Wait, am I the first to comment?

[@Venture2Roam]

I think you are 2nd...but first in my heart 😂

[@Wesley-uo3rn]

Hit that subscribe or don't but I did

[@Venture2Roam]

🤜🏻💥🤛🏻

[@Captndarty]

I hate compiled reruns. To me it reeks of algorithm desperation. Plus, I’ve already seen it.🤣

[@Venture2Roam]

I wish I could just release the movie versions of these trips. That's how they are shot...but you're not wrong that KZbin prefers regular content, which is why they go out in episodes first. Whenever I've just waited to publish a video and not worried about a regular posting schedule - everything dips. I also see a lot of other channels doing this now, which probably makes it more annoying for you.

[@RevereOverland]

When I make videos like this it’s not a rerun, it’s how it was intended to be shown. I put it out as episodes throughout the year to keep people happy, then put the proper version out at the end of the year. Of course if you don’t like it, you’re welcome to not watch it.

[@TerraFirmaX]

SImple enough answer, JUST DONT WATCH

[@AWDTransitOverland]

@@Venture2Roam Thanks for the advice for compositing our trip "legs" into a longer but modified version. I agree with you and Rob, this is how it should be, but reality is we need to get episodes out quickly. Our Kokopelli trail 3 legs was epic for a van and needs to be "remastered" into one journey. I don't have the courage for a 2 hour 49 minute compilation though. Best to you!

[@D.S.W.]

The old truck is an International Harvester pickup en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Light_Line_pickup

[@Venture2Roam]

Awesome. Makes me want to get one an restore it.