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Easter Jeep Safari

March 23 - march 31.

The Easter Jeep Safari consists of trail rides, mostly day long trips, departing from Moab Utah throughout the 9 day long event. The official event is hosted by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers Inc. one of the local four wheel drive clubs of Moab.

Participants provide their own four wheel drive vehicle, take care of their own food and non-alcoholic beverages for the trip. Suggested essentials, beyond plenty of water, include sun protection, and layered clothing in case of changing weather circumstances that are always a possibility during the spring in southeastern Utah.

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Jeep Easter Safari 2023 Announcement

Trailx time full lineup of ultra-capable, utterly efficient and unmistakable jeep® and jeep performance parts by mopar concept vehicles head to the 57th annual easter jeep safari.

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Built on 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV brand that brings capability, craftsmanship and versatility to people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a broad portfolio of vehicles that continues to provide owners with a sense of safety and security to handle any journey with confidence. The Jeep vehicle range consists of the Avenger, Renegade, Renegade 4xe, Renegade e-Hybrid; Compass, Compass 4xe, Compass e-Hybrid; Wrangler (outside of EU), Wrangler 4xe and Gladiator complete the range with a pick-up/Truck offer. Jeep Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is available to the entire Jeep 4x4 lineup, is filled with benefits and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep brand owners the utmost care and dedicated 24/7 support. The legendary Jeep brand's off-road capability is enhanced by a global electrification initiative that is transforming 4xe into new 4x4 in pursuit of the brand’s vision of accomplishing Zero Emission Freedom.

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As in past years, each of the seven vehicles are concepts, so there’s no guarantee they’ll ever go into production. Still, with the excitement the off-roaders generate, we wouldn’t be surprised to see some of their more interesting features and accessories eventually go on sale. If you want to check out this year’s lineup for yourself, they’ll be on display from Saturday, April 1 to Sunday, April 9.

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Jeep teases pair of concepts for 2023 Moab Easter Safari

Jeep has provided an early look at two concepts set to debut at the 2023 Easter Jeep Safari running April 1-9 in Moab, Utah.

One of the concepts shown in the teaser shots is confirmed to be a 4xe electrified model. One also appears to feature the same open rear and side supports featured on last year's Wrangler Magneto 2.0 concept , perhaps pointing to an updated version of the electric off-roader at this year's event.

Jeep is fully committed to electrifying its lineup and plans to have a fully electric option in every SUV segment by 2025. It already offers an electric subcompact crossover in the form of the Avenger , which is sold outside North America. Last fall, Jeep presented the larger Recon and Wagoneer S electric SUVs , both of which will spawn production models due in U.S. dealerships in 2024.

Teaser for Jeep concept debuting at 2023 Moab Easter Safari

The two concepts teased ahead of Moab likely won't be the only creations Jeep will unveil at the off-roading gathering this year. Jeep brought seven concepts in 2022 , and the automaker has said it plans to have a collection of concepts on display and driving at this year's event.

As was the case in previous years, many of the concepts should feature official parts and accessories that are either in showrooms or headed there soon—stay tuned to find out what Jeep has in store.

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2023 Moab’s Easter Jeep Safari: Jeep Unleashes Seven Concept 4x4s of Distinction

By Mercedes Lilienthal and Photos by Mercedes Lilienthal 2023-04-19T19:41:00+01:00

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For over eight decades, Jeep has pushed the off-road envelope to expand its popular 4x4 enthusiast base. From auto show reveals to the latest-and-greatest offerings from Jeep Performance Parts (JPP), the automaker stands proud of its off-pavement convictions.

Each year, Jeep debuts its new one-of-a-kind 4x4 concepts at the Easter Jeep Safari event in Moab, Utah. Thousands of Jeepers descend from all over the world to tackle the red-rock trails and get a glimpse of their latest four-wheel-drive iterations. This year, Jeep showcased seven distinctive concepts—just in time to help celebrate the 57 th -annual off-roading event. We drove all of them for a day of fun, dirt, and everything in between.

1978 Jeep Cherokee 4xe Concept

Each one of the concepts were equipped with different powertrains, with four of the seven electrified. Additionally, the latest prototype and production parts were showcased on, and in the vehicles, too.

“Every year, more than 20,000 Jeep enthusiasts descend on Moab, Utah, for Easter Jeep Safari to wheel in the most extreme off-road conditions, where our engineers continue to push the capability of our Jeep vehicles to next levels,” said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America.

“It’s the perfect place to showcase our seven new Jeep concepts, because it’s with these Jeep enthusiasts that we’ll be able to push the limits even more and get their feedback on where they want to take the Jeep brand into the future.”

Electrified Off-Roaders

1978 Jeep Cherokee 4xe Concept: Quite possibly the coolest concept of the year, this plug-in hybrid 4x4 marries a 2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe’s powertrain with a seriously transformed 1978 Jeep Cherokee SJ body. The classic chrome grille is accented by a WARN winch while a badass retro paint scheme is finished off with mag-style wheels and 37-inch tires.

Jeep Wrangler Magneto 3.0 Concept: It’s the third (and final year) for this all-electric concept to make a showing as it was the test mule for Jeep’s upcoming Recon EV. Three new driver select modes offer two power settings: normal at 285 horsepower and 273 lb.-ft. of torque and maximum at a remarkable 650 horsepower and 900 lb.-ft. of torque.

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Departure Concept: This concept featured a rich color scheme with Nappa leather and oodles of JPP concept and ready-to-buy parts. Custom fender flares and wheel fender liners add additional clearance for larger tires while removable, integral daytime running lights (DRL) covers are included if every bit of space is needed for trail-side articulation.

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Concept:  Celebrating the limited-edition pink Tuscadero 2021 Jeep Wrangler paint hue, this concept offers an even more saturated magenta tone to its paint. Oddly displaying no name, though whispers of words that rhymed with pink that started with the letter “k” around this mystery machine that suddenly changed its theme before its showing.

This concept, along with the Scrambler 392 concept, features the newly released AccuAir adjustable air suspension kit that allows drivers the ability to alter the vehicle’s height from 1.5 inches to 5.5 inches depending on trail conditions.

Traditional Powertrains, Nonconventional Designs

Jeep Scrambler 392 Concept: This high-horsepower concept combines a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine echoes of its origin, Jeep’s first convertible, compact truck. The Sublime green Scrambler started as a four-door Rubicon 392 but got its rear chopped, gained a short truck bed, and an origami-shaped carbon-fiber body. Yes, please.

Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept: Delivering 510 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. of torque, this premium SUV concept joins overlanding appointments with a bit of luxury. A custom RedTail Overland Skyloft rooftop tent and repositioned roof access point frames the Grand Wagoneer Overland concept whereas a pair of WARN winches are affixed to both ends of this eccentric and capable off-roader.

Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Sideburn Concept: Powered by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, the Sideburn concept showcases a plethora of JPP custom and readily available Gladiator parts. Most evident is the custom fold-down tubular grille guard that protects the seven-slot grille used from the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 20th Anniversary 4x4.

Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Sideburn Concept

Which of these seven concept 4x4s of distiction would you wheel?

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Easter Jeep Safari 2023

Address: Old Spanish Trail Arena 3641 S Highway 191 Moab, UT 84532 Moab, UT 84532

Website: https://www.rr4w.com/index.cfm

Dates: 04/01/2023 ‐ 04/09/2023

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• Outdoor Show
• Rock Crawling

Back by popular demand, some trails have an Early (8AM) and Late (10AM) departure time. Departure times are not inter-changeable, please show up for the departure time you sign up for. Unless indicated otherwise - all trails depart at 9AM.

Easter Jeep Safari consists of trail rides, mostly day long trips, departing from Moab Utah throughout the 9 day long event. Full information about the Safari is available in a colorful newspaper.  Click here to request  magazine . The official event is hosted by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers Inc. one of the the local four wheel drive clubs of Moab.

Participants provide their own four wheel drive vehicle, take care of their own food and non-alcoholic beverages for the trip. Suggested essentials, beyond plenty of water, include sun protection, and layered clothing in case of changing weather circumstances that are always a possibility during the spring in southeastern Utah.

Note:  There may be trails available at the time of the event. You can check at the registration desk at the Spanish Trail Arena during the hours it is staffed to inquire as to the last minute availability. There are no registrations at the trailhead line up.

Mailing of the Jeep Safari magazine is usually done each January and is specific for each year's Safari.  If you would like to receive a copy of our 180+ page Easter Jeep Safari magazine please  click here to add/update your profile to the website , and you will receive a current magazine in January.  If you want a copy of last years magazine,  click here to order a magazine  and you will receive the magazine a few weeks after we receive your request.  Once you are on our mailing list we will keep your name active for five years, after that you will need to login to your profile to  reactivate it. There are complete details on the policies and event registration cancellations in the Safari magazine and on this website. ( View this year's Magazine Online )  You may want to consider making travel arrangements at your earliest convenience as hotels, motels and campgrounds fill up quickly.

Once again in 2021, ALL registrations will be handled on this website.

GROUPS - Gather your group together to decide what you want to do then everyone get on the web site and register while there are plenty of spaces on the trails you want.

Letter from the Club: Regarding Concerns during Easter Jeep Safari Event Week

Trails Identification and Summaries

Though not an exhaustive introduction to the Easter Jeep Safari event, we hope this provides an overview to many of the pertinent questions that are asked throughout the year. The Jeep Safari magazine  encompasses these points in greater depth. Thank you for your interest in EJS, the official event of the Red Rock 4-Wheelers!

What it is....  Easter Jeep Safari consists of trail rides, mostly day long trips, departing from Moab Utah throughout the 9 day long event. The official event is hosted by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers, the oldest four wheel drive club in Moab. Participants provide their own four wheel drive vehicle, take care of their own food and non-alcoholic beverages for the trip. Suggested essentials, beyond plenty of water, include sun protection, and layered clothing in case of changing weather circumstances that are always a possibility during the spring in southeastern Utah.

What do we do?  The club "plans the routes and shows you the way". There are no restrictions as to what type make or model of vehicle is used even though the name - dating back to the mid-60s uses the term "jeep", but high ground clearance and 2 speed transfer cases are expected in what ever type of vehicle you run.  NO ATV's or UTV's .

What types of trails?  There is truly something for everyone here in Moab Utah. That is why it is referred to so often as the Mecca of 4wheeling! A few trails are nearly accessible for 2 wheel drive vehicles, while the most difficult runs require seriously modified vehicles - and even then, chances for breaks and body damage still exist. Be sure to check each year for the available run lineup.

Vehicle safety equipment  is extremely important. It is essential that participants stay on the designated routes (as well as everyone enjoying the backcountry near Moab Utah), and that some basic rules are followed. By signing the registration, be sure to read that you agree to these conditions. They are:

RULE 1:  "A vehicle must have an integral metal top or roll bar to participate in Jeep Safari and have a street legal license from the registered state."

RULE 2:  "Vehicles must have safety equipment adequate for legal operation in Utah. We mean seat belts, and we urge everyone to use them. Having proper brakes, lights, etc. is implied in this rule and should go without saying."

RECOMMENDATIONS:  We recommend that each vehicle carry a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, tow strap, spare tire, and a jack.

What about Permits?  All of the trips travel across federal and Utah state lands on established roads, and even through some private land sections. Most road/trails are left over from the mining days which provided a boom to the area in the 1950s. STAY ON THE TRAIL/ROADS. The organization files the required permits according to the number of participants in each group, and pays the associated fees which are included in the cost of registration. The "Special Use Permit" at the time of writing this, is $6 per day per person. This number has reached tens of thousands of dollars in land use fees paid to the BLM and the State of Utah in recent years. It is critical that participants respect the land and follow the leaders staying to the designated route. This is absolutely essential for anyone visiting the backcountry in and around Moab, Utah throughout the year.   Permits for filming and the use of drones on Easter Safari trails must be procured through the local BLM office by individuals wanting to participate in such activities during the event. 

What is involved and How do I register?  When you register On-line on this website you will receive immediate confirmation of your registration by e-mail. All participants must check in with the organizers at the Old Spanish Trail Arena during the event to receive the event package which will include a trail pennant, a raffle ticket, a dash plaque, and any required additional information.

Days of event registration, packet pickup is available at the Spanish Trail Arena in the upper level rooms from 7am to 10am the first Saturday through Friday (registration is closed Big Saturday and Easter Sunday).

Spanish Trail Arena - 7 miles south of Moab on the East side of Highway 191 South

Cancellations?   Understanding that things happen, we try to be flexible, but we have to use a system that we can manage and one that discourages careless changes that threaten the plans of others.  A cancellation (any or all trails), if received in writing (mailed or e-mailed) prior to March 20th, 2021 merits a refund of all but a $15 cancellation fee.  After March 27th, openings will not be filled, and fees will be forfeited.  Refunds will not be made until after Safari and our treasurer has handled the more pressing Jeep Safari business - please allow up to 4 weeks for processing.  ALL fees are forfeited after Safari begins on April 4, 2020.

Who are the Trail Leaders?   They are Red Rock 4-Wheeler members who do this for the fun of it without payment for their services. The trail leaders are experienced four wheelers who have been guiding the runs for many years and come to Moab each year from 24 states, 3 Canada and 2 European countries. In addition to the leader, there are also additional volunteers in the middle and at the end of the trail group (tail gunner).

What is the Vendor Show?  The Vendor Show has been cancelled for 2021.

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2006 Jeep LJ PAYDIRT JEEP LJ

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Jeep Issues 2023 Moab Easter Safari Concept Teaser Images

The 57 th Easter Jeep Safari will be held on April 1-9 in Moab, Utah, and as is always the case, the Trail Rated brand will introduce a spread of new off-road-ready concept vehicles. Leading up to the massive off-road festival in Utah, the brand will tease these concept vehicles with a series of artwork. With each new batch of teaser images comes a press release, but they are very brief and provide very little information.

“Just when you thought the Jeep brand couldn’t push the limits any farther, an entirely new collection of eye-catching, mission-capable concept vehicles will be unveiled and driven aggressively during the annual event. The Jeep brand and Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by Mopar design teams are bringing their A game to create several one-of-a-kind, rock-crawling, terrain-traversing vehicles that will take four-wheeling to the next level and prove why there’s nothing quite like legendary Jeep 4×4 capability. Several “trail markers” leading up to the event will provide clues for what’s in store for this year’s Easter Jeep Safari lineup. The first Jeep and JPP sketches hot off the drawing table hint at two of the new concept vehicles, including one 4xe electrified Jeep SUV set to conquer Moab’s tumultuous backcountry trails in absolute silence and further highlight the Jeep brand’s vision of accomplishing Zero Emission Freedom.”

That information was accompanied by the two images shown above.

The first image appears to be a Wrangler pickup or Gladiator that has been converted into a two-door model with no doors, but the bed design appears to be very different from a production Gladiator. The second image shows a four-door Jeep, but it is hard to tell whether it is a Wrangler Unlimited or a Gladiator. We can see the Rubicon logo on the hood and the JPP tube doors, along with fender flares and tires that look much bigger than anything that comes from the factory. This model also appears to be lifted with something extending off of the rear of the passenger compartment.

The second press release teasing the Moab Jeep concept vehicles was even shorter.

“The trail continues! When it comes to legendary electrified off-road capability, unapologetic color palettes and powerful platforms for any adventure, what comes to mind? These collective themes hint at the next grouping of the Jeep brand and Jeep Performance Parts by Mopar concept sketches of mission-capable vehicles heading to the 57th annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, April 1-9, 2023.”

That paragraph was accompanied by the third, fourth and fifth images on this page.

The first is clearly a Jeep Wagoneer with a winch fairlead plate on the front bumper, but we can’t see much else from the one image. The second is either a Wrangler or Gladiator that appears to be charging through the mud and the third appears to be a Wrangler 4xe with custom flares and bigger tires – but we are confident that all of these vehicles have far more upgrades than we can see in these images.

With the Easter Jeep Safari in Moab still a few weeks away, we could see more teasers, but if nothing else, we will know all about the latest off-road concepts early next month.

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Jeep® brand hits the trails at 2023 easter jeep safari with collection of new concepts.

March 30, 2023 Electrified power and commanding performance will be front and center this year. The Jeep brand and JPP by Mopar design teams have created several one-of-a-kind, rock-crawling, terrain-traversing vehicles that will take four-wheeling to the next level and prove why there’s nothing quite like legendary Jeep 4x4 capability.

Teaser Trail to Easter Jeep® Safari 2023 - Trail Marker 3

March 23, 2023 Trail badge secured! The final grouping of Jeep® brand and Jeep Performance Parts by Mopar concept sketches take true off-road enthusiasts along for an electrified ride down past and present memory lane.

Teaser Trail to Easter Jeep® Safari 2023 - Trail Marker 2

March 16, 2023 The trail continues! When it comes to legendary electrified off-road capability, unapologetic color palettes and powerful platforms for any adventure, what comes to mind? 

Jeep® and JPP by Mopar Concepts Head to the 2023 Easter Jeep Safari in Moab

March 10, 2023 The Jeep® brand is headed back to its home away from home – Moab, Utah – for the 57th annual Easter Jeep Safari, scheduled for April 1-9, 2023. For more than five decades, thousands of enthusiasts and Jeep brand loyalists gather to take part in one of the largest off-road gatherings in the world.

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Jeep Easter Safari 2023 Preview: Modded Wranglers, Gladiators and Wagoneers Galore

We'll take one of each, please.

• Jeep unveils a slew of concepts and custom-made vehicles for this year's Easter Jeep Safari.
• The Wrangler, Grand Wagoneer, Gladiator and even a classic Cherokee are all represented.
• Marks the last year of the electric Magneto concept, as the production Recon EV is coming in 2024.

The snow is thawing, flowers are blooming, and there's romance in the air. That can mean only one thing — it's Easter Jeep Safari season! For one week each spring, off-road enthusiasts migrate to Moab, Utah, to drive their four-wheelers in the punishing desert clime. Even Jeep gets involved, bringing a handful of unique custom vehicles to the party to show off what their platforms are capable of, and what can be built with the vast Jeep parts catalog.

Here are all the vehicles the automaker is bringing to Easter Jeep Safari 2023:

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Magneto 3.0

Easter Jeep Safari 2023 marks the end of the Magneto line — the two-door electric Wrangler concept — since the Wrangler-like Recon EV is due next year. Jeep is sending this third-generation concept out with a number of upgrades that hopefully make their way to the Recon. Additions for 2023 are highlighted by the new dual driving modes. The more pedestrian mode limits output to 285 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque, which is roughly the same as the standard Wrangler with the gasoline V6. The other mode, which we might as well call "Unwrangled," boosts this to 650 hp and 900 lb-ft (an increase of 25 hp and 50 lb-ft compared to Magneto 2.0 ).

Other tweaks include door openings cut back 6 inches to help you get in and out, a steeper rake for the windshield, and custom anti-roll bars. The Bright White/Surf Blue exterior paint scheme has a new design and now features red accents for a sporty feel.

Scrambler 392

The Scrambler 392 looks similar to the Magento 3.0 — both are open-door takes on the Wrangler and the passenger areas end behind the front seats — though the Scrambler is based on a four-door model so its bed is a bit larger. More importantly, as the name suggests, the Scrambler is powered by the mighty 392-cubic-inch (or 6.4-liter) V8 available on the Wrangler Rubicon. Carbon-fiber body panels are employed to lower weight, while an air suspension gives a maximum 5.5-inch lift. The exterior is finished in Sublime Green, and the cabin features plaid blue cloth inserts with green accents.

Wrangler Rubicon 4xe

The third of Jeep's custom Wranglers doesn't have a fancy name, and neither does the deep magenta paint that is this vehicle's signature. It's a nod to the Tuscadero (pink) color that was available a couple years ago, but this has more of a purple hue. This concept features half-doors, 17-inch AEV beadlock wheels with 37-inch BFG mud-terrain tires, a Warn winch and an air suspension with a maximum lift of 5.5 inches. Plus, the 4xe (plug-in hybrid) powertrain means you also get cool blue accents on the outside.

Wrangler 4xe Departure

While much of what you see on the Wrangle 4xe Departure is custom-made, a number of its add-ons are actually available through the Mopar parts catalog. These include the tube doors, a 2-inch lift kit, Warn winch, rock rails and all-weather cargo mats. From there, the design team engineered a custom grille guard that folds down to create a makeshift bench, a spare tire holder that can rotate to store the tire on the outside or inside, and brackets to hold the trio of 11-inch Tyri lights up top. The vehicle is finished in Dark Harbor blue on top of a two-tone brown interior.

Gladiator Sideburn

Perhaps as a nod to mulleted action stars of the 1970s, the Gladiator Sideburn is actually a party up front and in the back. This Gladiator is painted Solar Flash Yellow and shares quite a few Mopar bits with the Departure, above. It starts to get really interesting once you move aft of the rear doors. The bed frame and sport bar directly behind the doors are made of steel and carbon fiber, and feature a two-tier storage system and Molle panels for attaching pretty much anything you can imagine.

Grand Wagoneer Overland

Overlanding is Hansel-levels of so hot right now, and it's only natural that Jeep jumps in with its own Grand Wagoneer Overland. Based on the short-wheelbase version of the luxe Grand Wagoneer, its centerpiece is the RedTail Overland Skyloft rooftop camper — a hard-sided camper with solar panels, heating and power, double-paned windows and more. But the Grand Wagoneer is extensively modified, too. The second- and third-row seats are removed, as is the rear panel of the panoramic sunroof. It's replaced by a trapdoor for easy Skyloft access. The muddy Industrial Green paint job is complemented with laser exterior lighting and custom wheel arches and front bumper.

1978 Cherokee 4xe

This concept vehicle started its life as a 1978 Jeep Cherokee SJ plucked from the depths of an internet marketplace. Next, it was matched with a Wrangler Rubicon 4xe chassis and drivetrain and then painted with period graphics. At a glance, only the signature blue 4xe tow hooks give away this restomod. Inside there are low-back bucket seats (sans head restraints), a four-point roll cage and a platform on which a spare tire sits.

Edmunds says

Jeep's EJS vehicles never fail to surprise and impress, but pour one out for the end-of-line Magneto. Hopefully we'll see an extreme Recon EV at next year's Easter Jeep Safari.

Cameron Rogers has worked in the automotive industry since 2013. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Today, he leads the news team in developing cutting-edge news articles, opinion pieces and sneak peeks at upcoming vehicles. Favorite cars that he's driven during his tenure at Edmunds include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).

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rehab circus wrote: ↑ Thu Oct 12, 2023 5:42 pm I cooked down MANY hours of gopro footage from Moab in 2022 into a quick overview video. My intent with this was to show the different riding surfaces we encountered on the trails mentioned in the original post. Keep in mind that the gopro image stabilization tends to flatten out the bumps and grades. https://youtube.com/watch?v=0TFw-c7v1cw

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daveswanson wrote: ↑ Sat Oct 14, 2023 8:09 pm rehab circus wrote: ↑ Thu Oct 12, 2023 5:42 pm I cooked down MANY hours of gopro footage from Moab in 2022 into a quick overview video. My intent with this was to show the different riding surfaces we encountered on the trails mentioned in the original post. Keep in mind that the gopro image stabilization tends to flatten out the bumps and grades. https://youtube.com/watch?v=0TFw-c7v1cw

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Kilometers2 wrote: ↑ Fri Oct 13, 2023 11:17 am This has been on my bucket list for years but April is super busy for me at work. I look forward to the photos and stories.

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