We Conquer The Rubicon Trail in our 2018 Jeep Wrangler JLU Rubicon - Part 1

Here it is - the very first installment of our Rubicon Trail adventures! There will be 3 parts total, with this first one featuring us simply trying to make it through the Wentworth Springs entrance in one piece (I suppose it doesn't help that we attempted all the most difficult lines/obstacles we could find)!
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[@jamiehohenshelt5260]

I have loved the slow build of the JL. There is nobody else testing it like you two. With Kevin's experience driving and Brittany's spotting, I have learned a lot about how to crawl through any obstacle. Sad to no longer be stock, but keep the adventures coming.

[@nigellush]

This video literally made my heart pound! Kevins instinctual driving with your impeccable spotting is just amazing to watch! You've found your calling!

[@LiteBrite]

nigel lush Just wait til you see the other two videos!! Haha

[@Matt02341]

I love how when you're not sure you say it. umm, err. Awesome. We are all thinking the same thing! Keep Wheelin'

[@cujo8762]

It never ceases to amaze me what you can make the JLUR conquer! keep up the good work!

[@jeepmancam4205]

Simply awesome guys! Love watching how much fun you two have with that amazing Jeep. Looking forward to the rest of your adventures on the Rubicon.

[@monkeyman41333]

How many others are constantly checking to see when Litebrite video is uploaded? I am addicted.

[@CanonR5II]

Very Cool video guys. You both share good driving and spotting skills!

[@donjernigan8119]

Love the video, first time I have seen this part of the Rubicon Trail. My JLU Rubicon arrived today now going in for mods.

[@mikej5403]

Holy Crap.!.! I was having kittens just watching it, I can't believe how calm Kevin was. Excellent Driving and Guiding.!,!

[@georgedemas3827]

You guys should download the Badge of Honor app. It is a program through Jeep that tracks your progress on all the major documented trails. Once you complete one they send you a badge to place on your jeep.

[@edc8641]

I have been watching your videos for about 6 months. Great skills. Always a blast to watch! Thanks for taking us along!

[@LiteBrite]

Ed C Thank you for the support! I’m happy you enjoy the videos!!

[@jorgeperales2429]

The reason why I subscribed to this channel love the wheeling videos!! Keep it up guys 👍🏼

[@alexfred8789]

Love watching all your videos to put this new Rubicon through its true test

[@deanotto7810]

Great vid! I find myself totally waiting for more vids from you two!!!!! Awesome Jeep awesome couple!!

[@jonybgoode1]

the first thing I do in the afternoon,is sit in front of my laptop,and go straight to your video's..it really is a very enjoyable afternoon seeing what's new with you two...you seem to just keep hitting the upgrades out of the park..the latest suspension/shocks,underbody armour,seems to be working out fantastic...so happy for you both.i think someday,you are going to have your own reality tv show...you deserve one....take care, jb from chico,ca

[@LiteBrite]

jon b. Thank you for the support and the kind words! It makes me happy to know others enjoy our crazy life as much as we do!

[@automaster209]

Nothing like a weekend cruise through the Rubicon. I will miss it when I move to Kansas. Great Job. Awesome video.

[@sarinfserg4965]

That side of the Rubicon Trail looked scary !! I have seen many clips of that trail but never where y’all went ! Holly Cow it was scary and exciting can’t wait for the next 2 episode..... keep up the epic work y’all do Ciao y’all

[@monkeyman41333]

Oh my god. My heart was in my mouth on a few of those sections of trail. I will never have the nerve you two have. Hats off. I will live vicariously thru you guys, as my Jeep will never have the opportunity to do what you do.

[@boobiefett]

Your videos, and you both rock. I have learned so much from watching your videos and can't get enough of them. Keep up the great work you two

[@TheShooter466]

That 25 year old 80 series holding its own pretty well👌

[@majoroverkill1376]

She is one hell of a spotter on them rocks and dirts. Great vid guys!

[@Rynsey]

Awesome, that lift is bad ass! I love seeing what the JL can do.

[@tbex8606]

Life goal will be running the Rubicon trail. Very very far drive for me as I'm in Ontario, Canada lol. For now I'll enjoy watching you two. Keep up the awesome content!

[@lowmansdue]

Wow you go back and watch and old video and see just how much our favorite stepchild changed

[@radcoolade1481]

Watch this channel daily for a month now can't get enough

[@michelleluna4278]

Great vid!! So much fun watching you out there enjoying the Jeep... mine spends too much time waiting in the garage to go play. Hurry up with the editing so we can watch more 😉😉😘

[@mosquigglz503]

Very informative and entertaining video. Good job guys!

[@onefastcyclist]

Welcome to California! Great wheeling! And yes, having both springs and shocks developed together by a good R&D department is the way to go! Congrats on completing your first day on the Rubicon Trail. Apparently, 38's on a JKU approximate 35's on a 2 door. Your friend from Texas has no fear.

[@firework25]

I love the sound of plastic jeep fender clips giving out. Crunch!

[@bobbyt6360]

Way to go guys! Looks awesome! Thinking that Metal Cloak lift will be my first purchase for my new to me 2014 JKU Willys! 😎🍁

[@IB08Sahara]

Can't wait for 2nd part! Stay safe guys

[@Kite_Demark]

Nice Place for Jeepers = Dante's Hell for casual peoples! Always crazy video, Thanks!

[@lifeofabachelor8547]

love this channel. it truly shows what a rubicon is capable of. i also love the rubicon trail good luck getting other vehicles brands up it without massive amounts of upgrading

[@JKsouthwest]

Awesome video! Great trail, awesome rigs, and excellent driving and spotting! Looking forward to the next video!

[@jlopes68]

nice, im intrigued to try this one next time im up that way, looked nice and technical. you did some sweet driving Kevin, coaxed her on up. you have a great spotter!

[@DansOverlanding]

Great job! Stop and camp at Buck Lake too. It's amazing to camp and wake up to the view of the lake. We have the same taste in wheels. Sheer off any of the bead lock bolts yet?

[@ajjimmy767]

What a way to the trail! Super jelly and stoked to see the rest! Kevin had me sweating bullets when that front driver side came up the butt end dropped near that tree. Wish i was out there!

[@dcsoccerplaya]

Can't wait to see the next two videos! Excellent video! Keep the shiny side up!

[@jimsbarg]

Awesome flex i still can't get over how slow the new jl can crawl with 38's and 4.10 stock gears

[@brandonrasco301]

Glad you to are enjoying the CON! It's a bucket list....but you have to be selective on when.... The JL looks good! Smiles all around!

[@robertmarez3195]

Always waiting for the next video. Excellent contain and wonderful jeep. You guys are awesome . Be safe

[@slacktantrum8748]

Great video guys!

[@rvboyett]

Another great vid Britt and Kevin. Keep them coming.

[@rst.charles3908]

Love how the fan just simply pulls the Jeep over rocks.

[@abdokallab5996]

I seriosly enjoyed it! All those justifications payed off! Cant wait for part 2!!!!!

[@four_low_adventures]

Badass! Good driving, and great spotting skills. Sometime I'll have to take my JK out and tag along.

[@badkarma2269]

Just did moab a couple weeks ago, still so many trails to do there. Think i will hit that again next year and then off to the Rubicon for 2020. Keep up the build/JL/Trail vids!!

[@cjnut]

Nice start to a great trail.. love the alternate entrance

[@guentherklingl4952]

Can you make a video about your camping equipment and all your stuff you have in the back of your Jeep? And what are you eating on these trips? Love your videos!

[@LiteBrite]

Guenther Klingl I’ve actually had a couple people ask about our camping setup, so we could definitely do one of those! As far as what we eat...Kevin and I don’t know how to adult, so it usually consists of pb&j and lunchables. 😅😅😅

[@digibath89]

you guys give me that feeling i get when i actually get stuck, a little state of panic -_- lol

[@divitdean2359]

Love your Laugh and giggles, Britt.

[@stevemartinism]

I watched the results of your trail ride before the install of your armour. Wow good thing you got them. Metal cloak is awesome .

[@tristancarlson4816]

YESSS! Love to see the 80 too. Although it hasn’t been done by many I would love to attempt the Rubicon in my 100 once she is fully built

[@ryanp.8387]

Kevin stays so calm!!! What a stud!! I would be shittin my pants on some of those rocks!!!

[@TheMarclan]

Maybe you’re right that Kevin has superior driver instincts but you are an excellent spotter. Together you make a great team. Love your videos. If you ever travel near NYC please let me know.

[@mojitojl8171]

Awesome job to the both of you. I like that y'all are willing to try it all. Keep up the outstanding work. I look forward to the next video. Can't wait til I can get my 2 door JL rubi up there.

[@chanceapants9595]

That first scene was glorious . I grinned at her

[@jafxdwg]

Congrats on your excellent production of this latest adventure. Seriously, I enjoyed every moment. Very well documented, with excellent camera work / combined with some explanation as to what the heck was going on. I also appreciated your comments on the performance of your upgrades. I have nowhere near the off road opportunities or access to performance upgrades that you have so generously shared. But my experience with tires and suspension always seem to end up with a brutally stiff, uncomfortable ride. ie The shocks and tires should have included a kidney belt. So carry on with your videos and just maybe I will take the plunge back into 4WD. Cheers John from Canada. ps ..That fan noise is brutal too ! There has to be a better way than listening to that roar.

[@Cdiprima6969]

You guys are crazy but the videos are like must watch tv. Jeep should be paying you guys to test out their jeeps!

[@richardmiller4442]

Dude, Jeep Rubicon was named for the Rubicon trail.

[@richardmiller4442]

@@benjaminmeza5372 Jeeps are designed to go off road and stock Jeeps can go over some big rocks without banging them all up. Some of it is a matter of manuvering. You would be surprised to see what stock Jeeps can do off road. Even the older Jeeps. From N. California up in the Sierras, near Rubicon trail. Grew up watching stock Jeeps do amazing things. People modify them to do even "better" off road. However, watching Jeep videos you do see people abuse off road vehicles. By the way, guess what vehicles you see off the edge of the road in winter snow storms? The big SUV's like Suburbans, Escalades etc. Because people think their big monster SUV is invincible.

[@richardmiller4442]

@@benjaminmeza5372 Yes, that is kind of what I meant that people abuse them. Growing up in and spending time off roading in the mountains the "rule" I followed was "take the easier way". Had a new VW Super Beatle in 1972 that I put wide tires on. By going around obstacles I could get into places where 4 x 4s went. Of course VW Beatles with the engine over the drive wheels and a pretty light body were great off road. Look at all the VW based dune buggies. (Actually not too many dune buggies around anymore) On the Rubicon trail there are less difficult ways. Like these videos on here show there are limits. I like the ones where people drive into "puddles" that are way too deep because they didn't check the depth. Snorkels on 4 x 4s??? Jeep tells you no water over headlights. Your fuse box is under the hood??? Wish they would seal all the electrics like military Jeeps.

[@richardmiller4442]

In my home area in N. Ca., rule was never to buy a local Jeep. Go to Bay area, Oakland San Francisco. Because those guys rarely, if at all, did any off roading.

[@kevinellis5327]

Wow another great video ... you two are an amazing team ...

[@Charlie_Foxtrot_]

Video never does justice to how "tippy" obstacles get. I'm thoroughly impressed with that JL for what it is currently and how it handles. Seems to be well balanced in suspension and wheel base. 👌🏼👌🏼 bring that sucker out to Phoenix next spring. I'll be back from my deployment and can show y'all some good trails!

[@March1966]

Wow.....just wow. Can’t wait to see the rest!

[@NemeanLion-]

I’m only halfway through the video, but not only is Kevin a great driver you’re also a hell of a spotter Brittany. Seriously.

[@LiteBrite]

NemeanLion Thank you!! 😊

[@eldiablobiker]

8:53 nice save Kevin. Can’t wait for the rest

[@JP-ic1fi]

Ahh Brittany, there's nothing like the first time!! LoL, my "first time" was in a 1985 CJ7 from the Loon Lake side. Enjoy CA!

[@SimonWorlds]

I love your Turbo Impeller necklace Brit !!!! Where did you get it? Great video BTW, the Jeep is looking great.

[@LiteBrite]

Simons World Kevin actually bought it for me at SEMA 2015!! And thank you!!

[@ozboy8144]

That was a sweet run guys.😀👍👍 cant wait to see the next one

[@chase9481]

I clenched a couple times watching. Looks like fun!

[@Rayankady]

I must say Kevin is an excellent driver. Combined with an excellent spotter :)

[@jeffpiper4374]

Nice driving , that thing is amazing!

[@thesarge8488]

Great driving and spotting, love the videos

[@k4391]

Looks like the new lift is working good for you guys. I hope my gamechanger shows up next week in the brown truck.

[@tylorhughes4484]

That evil dark place that says bump it. Lol 😂

[@rockcrawlerchurch2976]

Tylor Hughes loved that comment bahahaha

[@tropiccalibackyardgardener6241]

Tylor Hughes she called it tho lol

[@JohnGoingAndDoingThings]

Nail biting moments. Awesome trail!

[@josecarlos138]

You guys are great your jeep the envy of many of us .... it is a awesome machine but.... there is something missing that completes you guys... and that is.... where is jelly bean? She is lovely and part of the scene please don’t leave her out of your adventures she is adorable and makes your videos always a pleasure to watch

[@stevenbaker8093]

Can't wait for the next Video. Great Ride.

[@tahoeben]

I just watched your King of the Hammers video. It's awesome going back to the early days and hearing Brittany spotting. She's come a long way. Your career path could have been much different with a rollover in your first 1/2 mile of the Rubicon lol

[@kingbowman5226]

Man you guys are freaking awesome. Those tires are like spiderman gloves. Don't think you could have made it without the lift kit (I've already looked up Metalcloak website for my JLU). But your Buddy in the Toyota isn't in your dust, he's right there. What's his tires and lift?

[@DansOverlanding]

While you're out in California, you should check out Bald Mountain. Great trail runs too.

[@pilotjt]

Yes! More plse. Hey, which bestop is that? Black diamond or black twill? Thx. Stay rad!

[@LiteBrite]

Capt'n Mc Ours is the black twill!!

[@ScottsOutWest]

Amazing! I can’t wait to see more!!!

[@Matthewmaya1]

Love the video keep up the great work you guys rock

[@battlebornev401]

Awesome first part can't wait for the others

[@j238ify]

I don't usually leave comments anywhere, but Brittany is a pretty bomb spotter.

[@LiteBrite]

Chris Morales Thank you! 😊😊

[@jlopes68]

with the cam rolling too, she really does a good job.

[@rockcrawlerchurch2976]

awesome guys. makes me want to come to the states and road trip through all these places. might have a large excess to pay on the rental bahahaha

[@kory_4.7l3]

You guys should have more than just 19k subs you are meant for daily videos!!!

[@nigellush]

Absolutely agree!!!! I check multiple times a day waiting for new vids!

[@keepyourdayjob5658]

I wasn’t quite sure about you in your first videos - I thought you were just crazy 😜. But now after watching some more videos I have come to the conclusion 🙄 you are 😜 nuts 🥜 also 😂. I rolled my 1998 CJ rock crawling and ever sense my fractured neck I have to take it easier 🙁. I had my seatbelt on but my CJ was topless so I hit my head 😲 thus shoving it into my spine 🤮. Now with my 1962 Willy’s Wagon - with its newer Jeep drivetrain - lockers 4:88 gears - 6 speed auto trans - 40” tires I use a 4 point harness - it’s a pain in the arse but next time hitting my head will end it all. Suggestion the driver should wear one while someone is spotting - I was paralyzed for about 3 years and I was so fortunate that I not only lived but I recovered most of my bodily functions. Or at least wear a hard hat 🎩. Oh that fan helps drowned out the steel on rock sounds 👍👌Thank You so much, and sorry 😐 for my long comment...😏

[@LiteBrite]

COOPER Oh wow! Sorry that happened, but I’m happy to hear you recovered so well!! 😊😊😊

[@keepyourdayjob5658]

Lite Brite - Thank You so very much, Cheers

[@jackhook4192]

Awesome video keep up the great work. Keep ur shiny side up and ur dirty side down my friends lol

[@Bennett-xo6iu]

You guys are awsome! That one spot was sooo sketchy i was at the edge of my seat when i seen the tires slideing... It made my butthole pucker a little bit lmao!.. You guys are awsome cant thank you both enough for the videos plz keep them coming... 😁😁

[@poppyneese1811]

I watch these videos, just totally amazed at what a lightly modified Jeep can do and the folks that walk the fine line of success and catastrophe. For years I thought Jeeps were junk, now I just watch thinking no way. I wonder if the Jeeps you see on road, do the owners have any idea what these machine are really capable of?

[@waltermeono5253]

Would you get jealous if a confess that I love your Jeep? lol. Cheers from Costa Rica.

[@hole7612]

Killer spotting Brit!

[@TheSmorstekt]

Haha looks like you are going to slap Kevin when he starts talking @1:36 :) Love your videos

[@LiteBrite]

TheSmorstekt OMG, it does. 🤣🤣

[@toddmartin4471]

Anyone who thinks the Rubicon trail is easy should watch this, they have different trails some hard & some easy . I love the flex of the MC suspension. And too bad they stopped making solid axle Landcruisers they are beasts

[@nachovalenti]

Awesome video,awesome place,awesome Jeep and awesome girl and guys.

[@jim9win]

I'm impressed you guys are a true Jeepers now.wow I did that trail on 35 I felt every rock on that trail but 38 should be rolling over everything

[@808Turtle]

At 9:20...looks like Post pile. I follow the tree roots with driver and walk up. The steps on the passenger side are huge even on 40s. It's fun driving down that side too. Lol

[@peteredis]

Awesome video. By the way, how do you like the convertible top? Is it worth the $7-800 it costs to purchase?

[@peteredis]

I will give that a try - thanks!

[@te897]

At 12:20, holy crap. That was sick!!

[@808Turtle]

It's a fun trip in the snow too.

[@robo5972]

Have they made the gorilla glass windshield yet? The crack you guys have would drive me nuts!