A Day that Changed the Path of My Life
This was the day my Jeep Life morphed from daily driver to weekend warrior. I would soon come to find my new passion would become off-roading. Little did I know that day how it would completely change my life. My Jeep and off-roading would take me on so many adventures to amazing places.
My First Time of Road 👉 Watch Here
Off-Road Consulting Class 👉 Watch Here
My First Time on the Trails |
Nervous Excitement
Learning the Ropes
I was so pumped when I finally engaged 4 wheel low! I drove a few circles in the dirt lot so I could get the feel of the differences in my Jeep before we headed out for the trails.
Off-Roading 101 with Kyle
An Amazing Day! |
Kyle is a well-educated and seasoned professional trainer. He is knowledgeable about the capabilities of my Jeep. He explained them in terms I understood. Plus, it helped that I was an experienced driver in the snow and ice.
Facing My Fears
As I tackled the first incline, I was nervous about tipping over. However, after seeing a picture of the incline, I realized it wasn't as bad as it felt. Something I remind myself still to this day. I continued to learn, navigating washouts, hills, mud, and rocks without damaging my Jeep.
Traversing the Trails
Hood shot of the trail |
Kyle took me and my Jeep through wash outs, up and down hills, through the mud and over rocks. I didn't even damage my Jeep at all. I did hear some clanks and bangs -- only four -- so I think I did pretty good.
Mastering the Hill Descent Control
Hood shot of Jeep in front |
One of the coolest things I learned was about the Hill Descent Control button. I was amazed at what my Jeep could do without my help, and it gave Knight Rider's Kit a run for its money.
What is Hill Descent Control 👉 Read More
First Time Water Forging
First time taking my Jeep through water. |
Kyle even took me through the center of a pond, which was a scary feeling, but I trusted my Jeep. I was reminded that my Jeep is not just a toy, but also my mommy vehicle for daily tasks.
Manual Automatic Transmission Magic
Hood shot of the Jeep in front |
Another feature I learned to use was the manual automatic transmission, also called autostick. This is second nature to me since I grew up driving a manual transmission with a clutch.
How to Use Autostick 👉 Watch Here