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This episode of the Off-Road Podcast is Sponsored by Colby Valve.

 

Tonight, Aaron needs a tranny, Coy gets ducked, & Ben has the power

 

Welcome to the off-road podcast. A podcast about everything off-road. We cover the news, review products, and interview people in the off-road industry.  Your hosts tonight are Aaron and Coy, and my name is Ben.  Welcome to the show.

 

Coy – camping in co mowed the shooting range, got some more ducks

Aaron – The F150 is gonna need a transmission soon. We had a great time camping in central Oregon.

Ben – I finished wiring the shop tonight need to schedule an inspection and time to hammer down on the 4runner and bought a smudge pot

 
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C- Motor Trend – Krug Expedition Bedrock XTR Ford F550 Overland Camper

• The Krug Expedition is a Ford F-550-based truck camper. It’s a maximalist-mindset sort of truck, and it looks the part. This is Krug’s first offering for the U.S., and the Austrian up-fitter is going big.
• If anyone knows how to go big, it’s Arctic Trucks, who consulted on the build for the customized Ford F-550. Arctic Trucks, if you might recall, is an Icelandic outfit with several local shops (including an American branch) that specializes in building trucks with massive low-pressure tires for arctic conditions. The Bedrock XT2 lives up to the massive tire hype with 365/80-20 tires—that’s nearly 44 inches in total diameter. You can see the immense front fenders, an Arctic Truck signature, although the rear tires (all four of them) are simply tucked under the camper’s overhang.
• It’s a 6×4, which means the third axle isn’t driven. It’s there mainly to reduce ground pressure, to prevent this massive rig from quicksanding into whatever soft surface it’s rolling over. Krug says the third axle reduces ground pressure by 25 percent. Drivers doing actual off-road stuff with the XT2 will likely appreciate any help they can get in that respect. It also gets another set of OE F-550 hydraulic brakes, to help slow this beast down, plus the Arctic Trucks 8-link rear suspension with air springs for on-the-fly suspension pressure adjustments. 
• Details about the dimensions of the camper module, which attaches directly to the frame, are sparse, but it looks sizable (as you’d expect from a total vehicle length of 263 inches) and offers “endless possibilities for customization.” The sleeping area can fit a king-size bed, plus there’s a full shower in the bathroom. Write a big enough check and you can do whatever you want within the floorspace afforded, we’re sure.
• In terms of other camping essentials, there’s a robust 118 gallons of fresh water, a Truma Combi diesel heating system, a 1450-watt solar array with a 23-kW lithium ion battery bank, and so on. Several standard and optional off-road features, like limited slip differentials and automatic tire inflation systems, are available.
• The Krug Bedrock XT2 STARTS at $690,000.

 

Headlight News – Jeep Wagoneer S Trailhawk Concept

• The Jeep Wagoneer S Trailhawk Concept is a more rugged version of the all-electric Wagoneer S.  
• Capable of rock-crawling and deep-water fording, it’s designed to take on the same sort of challenges as gas-powered Trailhawk models do today.
• The Trailhawk badge is applied to only the brand’s most rugged models capable of handling the most challenging off-road adventures, like the Rubicon Trail and Moab. For the moment, the Wagoneer S Trailhawk may be a concept, but odds are a production version will follow, several Jeep officials told Headlight.News. And still, other off-road EVs are likely to follow.
• Jeep says that the Wagoneer S Trailhawk is designed to be “the most capable EV in the world.”
• Like the more mainstream version of the vehicle just going into production, it will use a twin-motor drivetrain, likely carrying over its full-time all-wheel-drive system. The Wagoneer S Launch Edition delivers 600 horsepower and 617 pound-feet of torque and, drawing from a 100-kWh lithium-ion battery, it’s expected to get “more than” 300 miles range once the EPA issues its formal rating.
• Those specifics could change with a production Trailhawk, especially as the drivetrain would be optimized for off-roading. But what’s clear is that electric motors are particularly suited for off-roading, said Ned Curic, the chief engineer for both the Wagoneer S and Trailhawk concept. “They produce maximum torque virtually the moment they start spinning so, when crawling over a log or rock, you don’t have to rev up, as with an internal combustion”.
• There would still need to be plenty of work done to make the luxurious Wagoneer S stand up to the challenges of serious off-roading. The prototype Trailhawk gets an additional 3 inches of ground clearance, along with substantially beefier tires. The drivetrain and battery pack have been ruggedized to withstand impacts from rocks, stumps, and other debris and the concept model would receive other revisions to allow it to ford deep water, much like a gas-powered Trailhawk.
• “It will borrow elements from the (Wrangler) Recon,” another all-electric SUV Jeep is working up, which is also aimed at off-roaders,” said Ralph Gilles (pronounced GUY-LS) , design chief for Jeep’s parent, Stellantis.
• The Wagoneer S Trailhawk Concept gets a broad range of additional updates to the street-ready package, many of them likely to follow into production:
• An integrated roof rack, A new design for the front tow hooks, Beadlock-style tires, Self-healing paint, Panic bars, Additional interior storage nooks, and A new granite interior veneer

 

Main Topic  

 

Where are you going:

Are dogs allowed?

Are they allowed out of the vehicle?

Are they allowed off-leash?
If they are allowed can they be taken on trails or to the local water feature?

 

Packing the Right Gear:

Crate, hammock, or car seat cover

Portable dog bed

Collapsible food and water bowls

Dog food

Water

Treats

Does your dog need meds?

Animal-specific first aid kit (Like this one)

LED lighted collar

Leash and harness 

ID tag on the collar

Paw protection if you will be hiking in rough or hot terrain

Dog coat or sweater if camping in colder climates

Towel

Toys and chew items

Waste bags

 

Make sure your dog doesn’t disturb other campers around you:

Keep your dog on a leash if the park requires it

Prevent your dog from jumping on others

Make sure your dog isn’t barking excessively

Clean up your dog’s waste

 

Fun activities with your pup:

Hiking

Swimming

Fetch

Off-roading exploring

 

What to do if your dog gets lost or injured:

• Don’t panic: Panicking can lead to poor decisions. Take a deep breath and think logically.
• Search the Immediate Area: Dogs often don’t go far initially. Start by searching the area where your dog was last seen. Call their name and listen for any sounds.
• Bring Familiar Items: Bring your dog’s favorite toy, blanket, or a piece of clothing that smells like you. The familiar scent may help draw them back.
• Use a Whistle or Call Loudly: If your dog responds to a specific call or whistle, use it. The sound might travel further than your voice.
• Enlist Help: Ask fellow campers, park rangers, or anyone nearby to assist in the search. Provide a clear description of your dog.
• Check Common Areas: Dogs may be attracted to places with food or other animals, so check picnic areas, trash bins, and water sources.
• Notify Authorities
  Post on Social Media and Contact Local Shelters
• Use Technology : If your dog is microchipped, ensure the contact information is up to date. Use GPS tracking devices if your dog wears one.
• Stay at the Campsite: If possible, stay at the campsite overnight. Dogs often return to the last place they saw their owners.
• Keep Checking: Continue searching and calling out for your dog periodically, especially during quieter times like early morning and late evening when your dog might be more likely to come out.

 

Tell some stories from our experience

 

 Next Week:  Camp Food

 

Closing Statements

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