We Bought a Gravel Pit! Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness and Polaris General

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[@terrychamberlin941]

I blame Driving Sports for making us buy a Crosstrek Wilderness and I personally blame Ryan for my sheer joy in driving our Sun Blaze Pearl Crosstrek Wilderness that we named Willy the Wonder Car. We took Willy on many an off road adventure during our vacation to southern Utah and northern New Mexico. By watching Ryan drive his Wilderness we learned how to drive off road. We drove Willy through deep sand, mud and snow. With ease. When we encountered some deep sandy throughs while trying to find the Angle of Death spire in the outback around Hanksville, UT, I white knuckled it through the troughs fearing we would get stuck. Willy gracefully entered and exited these troughs with no problem owed to the front/rear bumper clearance. Taking a cue from Ryan’s ride up a very rocky road, we took Willy out to the Anza Borrego desert and tried out a very rocky, narrow dirt road that climbed up and down hills in the Badlands. There were some larger boulders that my husband had to move out of the way but Willy handled that rocky road like a champ. Having a car as capable as the Crosstrek Wilderness really opens up many an adventure to come. Thanks Ryan, I owe you one❤️

[@durkee12]

What he did with his sport crosstrek was crazy too. That's why I got the Limited crosstrek 23 great Car, just can't take hickory nuts.

[@vitor2650]

I think we all know that Ryan does this show for his own joy and pleasure. Everything else is merely incidental. By far the best and most fun auto review show with the most affable host.

[@timflaherty2731]

I totally agree with this. He comes across as an everyday guy who just happens to be a car expert. Which is way less intimidating and more engaging.

[@Christianogandog]

The fact that you guys have your own vehicle testing environment is amazing 🔥🔥. Congratulations for this new addition to the channel.

[@Murci3l4go]

The absolute joy that flowed through me when I saw another Crosstrek Wilderness video is crazy. I absolutely love that car and I plan on getting one thanks to this channel! The authenticity of the tests let the car really shine and has absolutely motivated me to get one, thank you Driving Sports Team!

[@lukevega77]

They've about sold me on one too 🤣

[@greggordon6215]

Me too!

[@dennisveazey4469]

Absofreekinlutely

[@bradcomis1066]

Just wait until you see the AWESOME front skid plate on the Wilderness. Tuff

[@TripedalTroductions]

This channel is what made us pull the trigger on an Outback Wilderness when those came out too 🤣

[@ST-nc3gm]

I don't usually comment on videos but I just have to here to acknowledge the high quality videos that you produce in terms of visual, sound and info provided. It looks like a lot of effort goes into making these videos, especially all of the different angles of the same shot. You're probably getting help with the editing but I think you're on your own when shooting... I can't imagine how many times you're getting in and out of the car to reposition the cameras. Excellent work! Love your videos!

[@drivingsports]

Thanks! We have crew that travels for the shots outside of Washington.

[@blu_is500]

I freaking love this channel. Total city guy here, but the off-roading antics are my guilty pleasure. Thanks for posting and going strong into 2024!

[@MountainBound17]

Wow that is a seriously cool area. Those investments in your multiple proving grounds make the difference in your channel quality! Can't wait to see the new area be developed.

[@nanmeek4481]

I am a 91 year old…happily driving to rehab🤗🤗Crosstrek is for anyone 🤗❤️❤️❤️

[@stephen56]

You should add a pond to test wading through water. Also I would consider a longer steep hill climb for the future.

[@vl4380]

Great work expanding your test areas. You must do your 2021 Crosstrek vs the 2024 Wilderness on this new location. I'm curious if it's really worth paying extra for the Wilderness trim.

[@busslayer4790]

Amazing. I always wanted to see more tests of the capabilities of CUVs. It wasn't too common to see anyone push them. I appreciate you stepping this testing up.

[@lukiw7044]

Great place for more hardcore off road reviews with cars we're not expected. Greetings

[@bradcomis1066]

Sweet, this terrain looks pretty well exactly like what we deal with in the Vancouver-Whistler BC area, so super relevant to my local conditions. Stoked.

[@concentricvoid]

I used to love to play with Hot Wheels in my backyard when I was a kid. Making all kinds of trails and obstacles for them. You're doing that in the real world!!

[@martinr8278]

Congratulations on the further purchase! Love to watch this Crosstrek get and meet the challenges! True to-off road, can’t wait till your terrain is all snow!! Looking forward to that mountain goat plow through the snow. Viva Subaru 💯🏆❤️🥇

[@robertspengler9981]

Great course! Look forward to many more years of Driving Sports on KZbin. Thanks for all you do.

[@DarthGengarus]

Y’all do the best vehicle reviews by far

[@tuku2u]

I follow this from New Zealand and have found this to be the most enjoyable vehicle review channel that I have come across. I have a sister who lives in Shoreline and love Washington State so that is a bonus as well. Keep up the great reviews Ryan.

[@nuttynate797]

Just bought a wilderness, drives fantastic on and off road

[@wheresthepictureidk2817]

I knew you were a different kind of auto journalist when I saw you take that alpina x7 off-roading! Great channel, only gonna get better!

[@GCMoto97]

This new course is an excellent addition to the channel. It is well thought-out, and honestly I look forward to seeing more of it. Oh, and I will work for course time. :D

[@ALMX5DP]

Very cool new playground. Would be kinda neat to see a timed course aspect on that "rally stage" road leading through the property. Could be a fun way to discern differences between cars for acceleration, braking, handling and such on loose surfaces at decent pace.

[@ravenstylea2]

Can't wait to see more of the development of this sweet muddy and woody playground you're making.

[@davidmahan4160]

Great video. Thanks for the clarification of the offroad courses, I'm glad you're keeping the other course. Love the Crosstrek wilderness, great little car.

[@zmumtaz]

Im in Canada and yours is one of the best reviews channel. Especially on the tacoma and 4runners - my favourites. Best wishes.

[@joshsmith2045]

I love the new property, I can’t wait to see what you’re going to do with it.

[@stevestrand4819]

Great video! I know it really doesn’t fit the channel but it would be awesome to see a short video about how you found the site and the process of buying it for this kind of use. As someone in the PNW looking to buy property for car toys, you are living my future goals!

[@Deetroiter]

I really like the new location and course set up! Since it’s mostly natural, it’s really similar to what others would experience in the real world. The Subaru looks right at home there, as well!

[@CarRamRod48]

Just want to say I appreciate you carving out a way to make your content without having to give away locations of campsites or fun offroad areas in the PNW. Most off road content creators don't realize there is an unintentional correlation between views they get and the amount of trash people leave when they try to go scope out spots they saw online. Not sure if everyone picks up on how unique your approach is or if you will get ROI for it, so just wanted to say thank you

[@drivingsports]

Much appreciated!

[@VictorPoulin]

I plow snow with my Crosstrek here in NH. Video is on my channel.

[@alexanderh.999]

Your channel is so underrated. It should have way more subs

[@kenhoward3512]

This, in addition to the Eastern Washington off-road area, is a most impressive commitment to your channel. The Polaris looks like extreme fun. The Crosstrek could use a better approach angle (aftermarket lower fascia?).

[@edsmith9855]

Yea, that is a downside of the boxer engine. It makes the front of the car longer than a transverse engine.

[@WW-wf8tu]

Well Happy New Year Ryan! 2024 Hope you and your family had great holiday memories. This course is a fantastic addition to your arsenal of terrain. Not to mention, saves you many hours of driving over to Eastern WA. during this time of year. I look forward to your creations. Sand pit for the Crawl Control competition would be fun to see. Who can dig down to the frame at all 4 corners and walk out w/out any outside aids? Something we know the 4R TRD can do.

[@Douglas-iz4de]

Any off-road Subaru should really have the full 2in of lift that it can handle. Like the iron man 4x4 long travel suspension. The the wilderness only has 1in lift so either a 1in spacer or replace the suspension with the iron man. Also bigger tires with smaller rims.

[@denault3985]

Loving the new course, what you really need is a full mechanical carwash at one end...😛

[@koanikal]

Love your videos. You're one of the only channels that has reviewed the Crosstrek Wilderness (and other trims), and actually did a bit of technical off-roading with it. That helped a lot in my decision to buy a Crosstrek Wilderness next month and I'm pretty sure I'm not going to be disappointed. I'm just going to be using it for light off-roading, but it's good to see an actual demonstration of it's capabilities and limitations (instead of finding out the hard way). I foresee the spare tire being an issue in the middle of nowhere, so I'm probably going to be buying a full size wheel and tire and locking it down on my roof for long trips.

[@ckm-mkc]

Very cool and less of a drive than the mountain course. I'd like to see you test older vehicles that you can buy for a reasonable price - maybe a "best off-road SUVs for 10-15k" or something like that.

[@Sir.Black.]

Why do I feel this as a new chapter in your channel? This course is going to be awesome!

[@flightfan206]

This is cool! Great to see our region featured in the videos. Your review helped us decide on our 2021 Crosstrek sport which we’ve have enjoyed since day 1! 😁

[@jacklo325]

Man, I wish I knew your channel 17 yrs ago. Beautiful new course!

[@sr-sr592]

All that explanations took the major fun of this off road test video

[@briAction]

Congrats on your expansion! Really happy I found your channel, I've been binging on so many of your videos. Great stuff! Love the Wilderness, too and can't wait to get behind the wheel of my own!

[@tjadventures]

That looks like a dream come true!! Congrats on the great videos and content in general. It was really nice seeing the Subaru testing the new grounds first!

[@Daniel_Scott89]

Love the new driving course!! Can’t wait to see the vehicles that power through it!

[@jadewulf3625]

Since Ryan is responsible for many of us purchasing CT Wilderness’s he should allow us a free pass on the gravel pit property . lol Thanks Ryan you are our hero !

[@Zanderthelab]

Polaris Ranger XD 1500 has the power dump bed Can we just have a Subie Saturday video EVERY Saturday??

[@GFZToXic]

Do a video on the new Subaru Ascent, theres a blizzard on both passes, would be perfect conditions to put the ‘23-‘24 year ascent to the test!

[@razorbackbowser]

we got a 24 forester limited and love it for the comfort features. but those crosstreks look like a little mad max vehicle. love them.

[@AlxDv]

The fact you were able to get your own ma$$ive course is a testament to your dedication, great videos, knowledge, and fan base. Keep it up Ryan.

[@gritcrit4385]

I'm surprised that you don't have more subscribers. Such a gem!

[@cheapercharlie]

congratulations on furthering your land kingdom 👍

[@coldfire2812]

Beautiful course! Great purchase! Cpoming from the Panhandle beach area, yes its beautiful but really love this type of area you purchased. I also am a 3 Subaru owner now, 2 crosstreks (before Wilderness) now Forester Wilderness. Very capable for what they are, another EXCELLENT review!!

[@TheMELTDOWN911]

Me gusta mucho tu canal! excelentes videos y por alguna razon relajantes, tu forma calmada de ser, se trasmite a los demas Felicidades! Buen trabajo Saludos desde Mexico!

[@hhvidz]

I'm one of your neighbors in Kirkland ;) and your channel prompted me to get an off-road capable car and find dirt roads / fire roads / etc. to play in. Would love to have a tour of your facilities some time!

[@ValkenDnB]

Can you test the regular non wilderness crosstrek on this same course

[@edsmith9855]

I love the symmetrical AWD, and dual X Mode is pretty effective, but for the "Wilderness" models they really need to add a locking rear axle, especially since the price has crept up to the mid 30s.

[@Ichibuns]

I'd buy one immediately if it had a locking diff. It'd be a perfect addition to our family.

[@pnwdweler4100]

Even better would be a non-CVT transmission. We’ve owned 9 different Subarus and the older non-CVT ones were much better off-road. Unfortunately it will never happen and the CVT is an off-road killer.

[@goukenslay7555]

​@@pnwdweler4100cvt is the new big technology. You'll see more of them as its a easier build

[@davideades4839]

Locking diffs, transfer case, more ground clearance... dude, buy a truck. Thats what you want so do it.

[@edsmith9855]

@@davideades4839 HUH??? All I mentioned was a locking rear axle, or it could be some sort of mechanical limited slip. That hardly makes it a truck, and would not in any way make it less comfortable for daily driving. The Bronco Sport, based on a CUV has it. I never said anything about a dual transfer case or more ground clearance.

[@_C1tron]

Can’t wait to see what this course will look like in a few years!

[@Doc1855]

That Alpine Green is a very beautiful color.

[@steveryder6733]

Love this channel and love getting out to places that I probably shouldn't be able to.

[@deadronin47]

The more I watch the cross track wilderness the more I want one

[@whenopportunitycomes8718]

Congratulations Ryan. Happy 2024 👍

[@PoptartToppart]

LOVE THE POLARIS! WOOH

[@Doc1855]

Ryan, Thanks for the new video and a first look at your new “Proving Grounds”. It’ll certainly separate the men from the boys !

[@kayleighdrouin6378]

Love subject Saturday ♡♡ the course is looking good

[@geosh10]

I sell these, and they are my favorite Subaru! I love driving the Crosstrek Wilderness!!!

[@tristancote774]

Wow nice to see the capability in real environment. As always your video is awesome ! I can wait too see the comparison between the CT Wilderness and your CT sport (with the Falken wildpeak tire) !!!

[@Hunyoatnobyembre]

Happy New Year Ryan and to your Fam🎉

[@billderas3420]

Ryan. Great new course! Have you considered putting on off-road driving classes at this location?

[@gustavocabanez]

Congratulations! 🎉

[@zargtn]

I’ve been binging your Subaru videos this evening and loving every second of it. You should try and get some review units for a comparison between the different Wilderness options. I’m particularly interested in seeing how the Outback Wilderness compares to the Crosstrek.

[@TheBabadush]

So excited for this!!

[@fjg2896]

Loved this video and the Crosstrek!

[@Dashcamfailz]

This absolutely magnificent, seriously i think i will aim for a hobby like this in the future and create a track like this here in canada

[@trudgyhd]

Looks great!

[@lktmax7426]

I do really love this channel and this subaru xv😊😊

[@TimeMariner]

Dang brother, you really do put in Sweat Equity on your course! Great job!

[@rednef71]

What a fun job you have! I'm quite jealous lol

[@lespecsman]

The first words my grand son learnt to say was Mamma Dada Soobachew Closschek😁

[@RangerRickTV]

What's better for off roading ? Honda pilot or Crosstrek ?

[@martinr8278]

Crosstrek. More versatile

[@drivingsports]

If you need three rows the Pilot TrailSport is very good.

[@oliverroo59]

The Crosstrek Wilderness is a little beast of a car

[@thebigfellar7178]

His rally road is our everyday driveway. That's why we own a Subaru outback and a Jeep wrangler. It's a 1/4 mile long to the house. Further by a lot for the rest of the farm. No roads. Just dirt and more dirt. My wife wants me to get a cross trek so bad.

[@belowme4927]

How about some testing with weight in the vehicles? Put some people inside

[@ryanbagby7153]

Congrats on the new course! I think there should be a mud course

[@MyBlitz7]

Didn’t know you had a riding channel but followed immediately 😅

[@plightn]

What I took away from that is that the crosstrek needs more height! Hahaha, great video as always!

[@empirion502]

lol pulling the tree over on yourself *slow clap*

[@drivingsports]

Thank you, 🙇‍♂️ 😂

[@josephina24]

The poor truck lol, dropping the tree on it

[@drivingsports]

It was fine. Solid rack.

[@josephina24]

Built Ford tough 😎

[@Doc1855]

Since Subaru dropped the turbo in the Forester, it would be nice if they would put in. Hybrid system for more torque and power to add to the Gutless 180hp 2.5L now found in the 24 Forester.

[@gabrielfelixmunoz739]

could you post a video of all your "rally" type and wheeling footage shot from the outside of the wilderness?

[@xKizai]

I would love to see a RAV4 Woodland Edition go through this!

[@MustRabbit]

We only get the 2.5L engine for the Subaru Outback in Europe :S After the disappearance of the turbo engines, the Subarus have become very underpowered. The four-wheel drive is still good, although traction control should be able to be turned off completely.

[@HowToGoSupernova]

You should do an episode where you invite the guys from truck king and maybe others to come to your new course and drive around in various trucks. They can give you their ideas.

[@drivingsports]

We’d love to have the Truck King guys down. They’re great guys. We plan on inviting others after we get the courses sorted.

[@nathanmorrison5469]

I live in the key peninsula. I would love to know approximately where this is.

[@drivingsports]

We're near Home.

[@nathanmorrison5469]

@@drivingsports amazing. I live in lakebay. Would love to share my 23' crosstrek sometime....

[@joydivy]

When can we come drive your course?

[@drivingsports]

It will have to be much more developed before we start inviting people out.

[@AlphaOmega333]

Gotta do a shooting sports channel in that pit!

[@unlogical2188]

I think the sienna wilderness should have a go through this course LOL

[@bc4198]

Goddamn! I've wanted to buy a quarry for years - you've proven me right!

[@drivingsports]

Who wouldn’t want one, right?!

[@pliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

Put that Diagonal test in an uphill and the Subaru is toast

[@rose415]

Which is better for everyday driving, crosstrek wilderness or forrester wilderness, as fast as livability and fun to drive? Ty

[@FryWhy]

What do you mean by "everyday driving"? If you have to tow a 24 feet trailer (boat) for several hours, I'd prefer a Forrester. Going from Belgium to Germany and back the same day during a winter storm, well you can safely drive a Crosstrek (XV in EU). For all the rest I'm still happy with my 14 years Legacy 😂

[@saltyt.1886]

Yay!!! Saturday morning Subaru Video!! ❤❤❤