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Once you’ve got your truck together, and the trails start calling your name, where do you want to go?  In this series, we’ve done the research for you. Today, we’re looking at the state of Colorado, where there are mountain views like nowhere else in the good old United States. Yankee Hill / St. Mary’s Trail About two hours outside of Denver in the Roosevelt National Forest, you can pick up the Yankee Hill trail.  Yankee hill is a fairly technical trail, so you’re going to want a small

Our Favorite Places to Offroad in New Mexico Once you’ve got your truck together, and the trails start calling your name, where do you want to go?  In this series, we’ve done the research for you. Today, we’re looking at the state of New Mexico, where there are mountain views like nowhere else in the good old United States. Rio Bonito Rio Bonito trail is located about an hour and a half west of Roswell, just outside of Alto.  The trail is short, at just 3.7 miles, and most trucks wil

Our Top 5 Favorite Places to Offroad in Oklahoma Once you’ve got your truck together, and the trails start calling your name, where do you want to go?  In this series, we’ve done the research for you. Today, we’re looking at the state of Oklahoma. Disney Island About an hour northeast of Tulsa, Oklahoma offroaders will find the town of Disney.  Despite what you might think, the town has no relation to any cartoon mice. Instead, it was a small boom town, built up on an island in the 1

Once you’ve got your truck together, and the trails start calling your name, where do you want to go?  In this series, we’ve done the research for you. Today, we’re looking at the gorgeous state of Oregon, where the offroad trails and beautiful mountain views call your name. Bennett Pass As it turns out, the Oregon Trail isn’t just a cheesy video game designed for 90s kids throwback memes.  And the Bennett Pass will get you onto a stretch of this long-storied pioneer trail. At a little ove

Where to go? Once you’ve got your truck together, and the trails start calling your name, where do you want to go?  In this series, we’ve done the research for you. Starting with our home state of Washington, we’ll show you all the best trails near you, wherever you are. Walker Valley At about 3,200 square miles, Walker Valley is perfect for a weekend of offroading, and it’s pretty central in the state, about 70 miles north of Seattle.  Most of the trails are rated for moderately diffic

One of the first things people notice when they see a Jeep is its grille. The seven-slot grille has become an iconic feature of the vehicle. It also possesses an extensive backstory and value to drivers. If you are unfamiliar with them, you should learn why grilles are so important to Jeep owners. Grilles Have an Interesting History One reason why grilles are so important is that they have an interesting history that goes back to World War II. Willys-Overland Motors and Ford produced the Willy

Installing a new grille elevates the look of your Jeep more than almost any other change. Read on to find out why you should have an aftermarket grille on your Jeep. Wide Range of Designs Aftermarket grilles offer a wide range of designs you won’t find in original equipment manufacturer (OEM) grilles. The selection makes it easier for you to customize your grille with your personal style. Whether you want a dramatic or subtle look, aftermarket grille designs can make your Jeep look more rugge

Inspect the wire rope before and after each winching operation. If the wire rope has become kinked or frayed, the wire rope needs to be replaced. Be sure to also inspect the winch hook and hook pin for signs of wear or damage. Replace if necessary. Keep winch, wire rope, and switch control free from contaminants. Use a clean rag or towel to remove any dirt and debris. If necessary, unwind winch completely (leaving a minimum of 5 wraps on spooling drum), wipe clean, and rewind properly befor