The Trailhead an Offroad Show

In a fiery rebuttal to recent critiques from Jonathan P. Thompson and Danny Kent, JD's commentary takes a stand against the portrayal of off-roaders as reckless environmental villains. JD exposes the underlying hypocrisy and misinformation fueling such narratives, arguing for the off-road community's deep commitment to responsible land use and environmental stewardship. With a blend of hard truths and a call for unity, it challenges the divisive rhetoric, advocating for an inclusive vision of public land access where off-roading coexists with conservation efforts. This piece boldly declares that it's time to shift the conversation from exclusion to coexistence on America's wilderness trails. If you want to hear more, let us know and visit at www.thetrailheadnetwork.com

🌟 Join us in Mud-Tire Meadows for a special story that blends the spirit of trails with classic holiday cheer and maybe a happier than possible ending, but it's a delightful Christmas tale with a twist, perfect for your festive listening. 🚗💨🎁

In this Unfiltered check‑in, JD, Calvin (SRG Offroad), and Steve Botkin toss the script and trade real‑time updates on life, rigs, and the show itself. Hear what’s broken, what’s fixed, and what’s next—from JD’s lifter saga and Steve's KRX upgrades to the Calvin's Starlink camp hacks. The crew dishes backstage news, listener milestones, and why Trail Hero Expeditions pending TV release is causing stress on the guys. They still manage rapid‑fire takes on the Wrangler TPMS recall, touch on the hard‑won Oceano Dunes victory, and the race for just a few more Apple reviews to unlock that swag‑pack giveaway.📍 Trails and Destinations: Sand Hollow OHV Area, UtahRampart Range Road, ColoradoMosquito Pass, ColoradoPearl Pass, ColoradoSchofield Pass, Colorado🔧 Gear and Tools: Starlink Roam Satellite InternetKawasaki KRX 1000Tyri Off‑Road Lights8‑Gang Switch PanelARB Winch Line Weight🌎 Advocacy & Conservation:Me_And_My_Yellow_JKSRG OffroadUtah Public Lands AllianceBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsJeep Wrangler TPMS Recall — Nearly 79 k units affected (Mopar Insiders)California Supreme Court upholds OHV use at Oceano Dunes (California Courts Newsroom)📅 Events & Resources: Trail Hero X 2025Trail  Hero  Expeditions — TV premiere Oct 8 on SPEED SPORT 1 + Amazon Prime📞 Get InvolvedLeave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews — Write one here.Follow us on Instagram! @TheTrailheadPodcastVisit the site: TheTrailheadNetwork.comTrailhead Gear: https://thetrailheadnetwork.com/shop/Discounts for Trailheads: Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15 % off

JD, Bryan (Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox), Calvin (SRG Offroad), and Nathan (the unpaid intern aka Mudhorn Gladiator) pack this extra-long live show with fresh off-road buzz. They debate Jeep’s surprise decision to keep the Hemi V-8-powered Wrangler 392 alive, swap plans to torture-test a new Trail Claw traction device on Arizona’s Table Mesa and Lower Terminator trails, and react to a drunk-driver-sparked blaze at Sand Hollow State Park that has land-use advocates fired up. Add in shop-time jokes, a public invite for Holly Fowler (MischiefMakerJK) to crash the mic, and you’ve got two-plus hours of rock-crawling camaraderie and real-world trail talk. Tune in for V-8 rumors, fire-safety lessons, and a gear review you won’t want to miss! 📍Trails and DestinationsSand Hollow State Park, UtahTable Mesa Road West, ArizonaLower Terminator, Table Mesa, Arizona🛠️ Gear and ToolsTruckClaws Trail Claw Off-Road Traction Aid🚙 Community ShoutoutsBryan: Beatrice JKU the LunchboxCalvin: SRG OffroadHolly Fowler: MischiefMakerJKJD: MeAndMyYellowJKNathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiator🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon CoalitionUtah Public Lands Alliance📰 News TopicsJeep reverses course—Wrangler 392 Hemi lives for 2025 moparinsiders.comATV driver sparks Sand Hollow wildfire; DUI arrest follows torquenews.com🔥Wrangler 4xe recall adds software fix for fire-risk batteries📅 Events and ResourcesBLM planning improvements at Table Mesa Recreation Area📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews — Write one here.Follow us on Instagram! @TheTrailheadPodcastVisit the site: TheTrailheadNetwork.comTrailhead Gear: https://thetrailheadnetwork.com/shop/Discounts for Trailheads: Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15 % off

JD, Bryan (Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox), Calvin (@srgoffroad), and Nathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiator circle up for a lively episode packed with summer wheeling prep, gear gossip, and privacy talk. The crew digs into Instagram’s new location-sharing default, Calvin’s soon-to-arrive tent & awning, and Bryan’s marathon wrench-fest on Mischief Maker before Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion. JD vents about another round of lifetime-warranty drama on his JK, while everyone debates the merits of the new TruckClaws emergency traction kit. Hot temps, hotter tires, and a few laughs about $100 K Hellcat Durangos round out the night. Tune in for practical tips, spirited banter, and off-road recovery insights! (Keywords: Instagram privacy, Jeep warranty, off-road recovery, Windrock Park, Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion)📍Trails and DestinationsSand Hollow State Park, UtahWindrock Park, TennesseeWhite Pocket, Arizona🛠️ Gear and ToolsTruckClaws II Emergency Traction AidRockJock Suspension & SteeringDometic Powered CoolersMaxtrax Recovery BoardsPro Eagle Off-Road JacksKenda Klever R/T & M/T TiresBFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3Maxxis Trepador Sticky Competition Tires🚙 Community ShoutoutsAlyssa: HoldMyCoffee_AZBeatrice JKU the Lunchbox (Bryan)Calvin @srgoffroadHolly: MischiefMakerJKUJD: MeAndMyYellowJKNathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiator🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsInstagram rolls out default location-sharing; here’s how to turn it off$101K Dodge Durango Hellcat “Brass Monkey” finaleSpeculation on Hemi V8 returning for 2025 SRT modelsJK 3.6 L Pentastar lifter failures and Mopar lifetime warranty hurdles🔥 TruckClaws traction device sparks debate in the off-road community📅 Events and ResourcesGreat Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion 2025Trail Hero 2025Overland Expo Mountain West 2025📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Help us climb the charts on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the site: TheTrailheadNetwork.comTrailhead Gear: https://thetrailheadnetwork.com/shop/Discounts for Trailheads – Tyri Off-Road Lights (Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15 % off)

News, beaters, and brutal lessons—with details you can use. We hit the week’s biggest off‑road stories (Stellantis earnings pain, ongoing 4xe overheating chatter, and Banks’ Cummins grid‑heater fix), then stack an under‑$5K beater build list with real‑world pros/cons: axle strength, IFS vs. solid‑axle tradeoffs, gearing, cooling, parts costs, and where rust hides. You’ll also get a practical day‑one upgrade checklist—tires, fluids, brakes, recovery points, and a $300 “don’t‑get‑stuck” kit. Finally, we pause the fail clips and break down exactly what went wrong—bad rigging, unsafe anchors, no spotter, and throttle panic—and show the quick habits that keep you wheeling instead of wrenching.📍Trails and DestinationsHell’s Revenge, Moab, UtahFins and Things, Moab, UtahBlack Bear Pass, ColoradoGemini Bridges, Moab, UtahSand Hollow State Park, Utah🛠️ Gear and ToolsBanks Monster-Ram IntakeJeep Wrangler 4xeSteer Smarts YETI Steering🚙 Community ShoutoutsBryan: Beatrice JKU the LunchboxCalvin & Jennifer: SRG OffroadCletus McFarlaneDan Grec: The Road Chose MeJD: MeAndMyYellowJKMatt (Modern Offroad)Mike: JKTrlFnderNathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiatorSteer Smarts🌎 Advocacy & ConservationUtah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA)BlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsStellantis posts $2.7 billion H1 2025 loss; Jeep & Ram the lone bright spots 🔥Jeep 4xe overheating woes & Moab charging-station debateCummins 8-speed upgrade & Banks Monster-Ram grid-heater fixSEMA 2026 build plans + Black Crows & Queens of the Stone Age announced for 2025 show📅 Events and ResourcesTrail Hero 2025Overland Expo West 2025SEMA Show 2025📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Help push us past 30 reviews on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): https://thetrailheadnetwork.com/shop/Discounts for Trailheads!Tyri Off-Road Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15 % off

In this short episode where the first part of our live panel got cut off but what you do get is a fast, conversational catch‑up with JD, Calvin & Jennifer (SRG Offroad), Bryan (Beatrice JKU), Nathan (Mudhorn Gladiator), and Mike (JKTrlFnder). We swap Sand Hollow sand‑trap stories, talk the ‘Jurassic World’ Badge of Honor app mess, react to Stellantis’ $2.7B news, and share practical gear takes (RotopaX, Pull Pal, kinetic ropes). Shorter episode, same laughs and trail talk.📍 Trails and DestinationsSand Hollow State Park, UtahBackway to Crown King, ArizonaDrummond Island, Michigan🛠️ Gear and ToolsRotopaX Diesel PackPull Pal Land AnchorYankum Kinetic Recovery Rope🚙 Community ShoutoutsBryan: Beatrice JKU the LunchboxCalvin & Jennifer: SRG OffroadJD: MeAndMyYellowJKMike: JKTrlFnderNathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiator🌎 Advocacy & ConservationUtah Public Lands AllianceBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsJeep’s Jurassic World Badge of Hojmnor crashes the appStellantis posts $2.7 billion H1 2025 loss amid tariffs📅 Events and ResourcesTrail Hero X 2025📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews—review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram! @TheTrailheadPodcastVisit the site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): https://thetrailheadnetwork.com/shop/Discounts for Trailheads! Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off

JD welcomes Marc Lawson, owner of The Jeep Lab and founder of the Florida Trail Team Challenge, for a deep dive into Florida’s most intense off-road competition. With 45 challenges packed into one weekend—from recovery drills to blindfolded driving, marksmanship, survival tasks, and GPS navigation—the event simulates real-world wheeling scenarios that test skill, endurance, and teamwork. They discuss the evolution of the Challenge, the importance of Tread Lightly! ethics, and how trail stewardship is reshaping access in Florida’s Citrus Wildlife Management Area. Plus, Marc shares that you CAN wheel in Florida, building partnerships with organizations like the Florida Off-Road Foundation, and what it takes to pull off a volunteer-driven event that’s as exhausting as it is unforgettable.📍Trails and DestinationsCitrus Wildlife Management Area, FLCroom Wildlife Management Area, FLOcala National Forest, FLUwharrie National Forest, NCMoab Rim, UTPoison Spider Mesa, UTRubicon Trail, CA🛠️ Gear and ToolsAvenza Maps – used by FL forest managersGaia GPSonX OffroadPull-Pal land anchorHigh-Lift JackSacrificial socket & U-joint repair kitsThrowing knives & axes (Forged in Fire-style marksmanship)GPS trackers via Stinger Offroad / M2M Tech🚙 Community ShoutoutsMarc Lawson: The Jeep LabTampa Jeep CrewFlorida Trail StompersJD: MeAndMyYellowJK🌎 Advocacy & ConservationTread Lightly!Florida Off-Road FoundationBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News and NotesThe 2022 Jeep Gladiator has widespread engine issues—Marc is on his third motor.Paved roads in Citrus WMA caused controversy, but only improve access for equestrians and campers.QR-code signage now directs users to official trail maps—Marc’s team helped install them during last year’s event.The Florida Off-Road License Plate helps fund on-the-ground trail improvement.Jeep vs. Bronco: Marc says the 392 Wrangler wouldn’t exist if not for the Bronco Raptor.📅 Events and ResourcesFlorida Trail Team ChallengeThe Jeep LabFlorida Off-Road Foundation📞 Get InvolvedLeave a voicemail: Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review: Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram: @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our site: thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop MerchDiscounts: Use code TRAILHEAD15 at Tyri Lights for 15% off

What do you get when you combine a busted fan, self-destructing tires, and a 3.8-liter engine with an attitude? This week’s episode of The Trailhead is an off-road update show you don’t want to miss. JD hosts the ultimate Jeep roundtable with Bryan (@beatrice_jku), Nathan (@mudhorn_gladiator), Ryan from Off-Road Campfire, and Calvin & Jennifer from SRG Offroad. Nathan recaps his muddy misadventures at the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival and explains why renting a side-by-side in Alaska beats towing his Gladiator cross-country. Ryan shares the latest from his JK ownership saga, podcasting detours, and why his tires are falling apart one lug at a time. Bryan updates us from the desert heat of Phoenix and gives an inside look at RPM Steering’s shop move, while Calvin and Jennifer have all the sarcastic comments for the tire damage, desert runs, and tire patch debates at 110°.From tire disasters and JL steering box woes to portal axle dreams and JK vs. everything arguments, it’s equal parts wheeling wisdom and Trailhead-grade roasting. Whether you're a diehard Jeeper or just curious about what it takes to keep these rigs rolling, this episode is full of laughs, insight, and off-road chaos.📍 Trails and DestinationsBantam Jeep Heritage FestivalSand Hollow State ParkWindrock Park🛠️ Gear and ToolsApex Designs Rapid Precision Tire InflatorRPM SteeringGlueTread Tire Repair KitMore Flight Tire Repair Solutions🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: @me_and_my_yellow_jkBryan: @beatrice_jkuNathan: @mudhorn_gladiatorCalvin & Jennifer: @srgoffroadRyan: Off-Road Campfire🌎 Advocacy & ConservationTread Lightly!Stay the Trail Colorado🖊️ News TopicsTire disintegration and sidewall failuresJL aluminum steering box issues and electronic steering woes🗓️ Events and ResourcesTrail HeroGreat Smoky Mountain Jeep InvasionEaster Jeep Safari (EJS)King of the Hammers📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop nowTrailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com

In this episode of The Trailhead, JD sits down with Bo Rosa, president of the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association (SFWDA), to dig into one of the Southeast’s most committed off-road advocacy groups. Representing more than 13,000 members, SFWDA has been championing conservation, education, and recreation since 1987—long before hashtags and highlight reels.Bo shares how the organization led the fight to reopen the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway, how they partner with local clubs to repair trails and open new OHV parks, and what it takes to lead one of the country’s most effective regional off-road associations. From fielding middle-of-the-night recovery calls to funding grants, this conversation covers everything from broken axles to policy battles. Whether you're in Tennessee or Colorado, you'll walk away inspired to do your part and stay the trail.📍 Trails and DestinationsDaniel Boone Backcountry BywayWindrock Park, TennesseeUwharrie National Forest, North CarolinaBeasley Knob OHV Trail System, GeorgiaGolden Mountain Park, Tennessee🛠️ Gear and ToolsExtremeTerrain Clean Trail Grant ProgramSFWDA Membership Info🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJK — InstagramBo Rosa: Southern Four Wheel Drive Association — Website🌎 Advocacy & ConservationSFWDA Education & Trail ProgramsBlueRibbon CoalitionTread Lightly!📘 News TopicsDaniel Boone Byway lawsuit and winAlabama OHV legislation updatesSFWDA’s role as a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization🗓️ Events and ResourcesTrailFest – Spring EventDixie Run – Fall Event📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop nowTrailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com

This week’s Trailhead Live is a firestorm of off-road news: national forest access restored, BLM comment rules dropped, Jeep technical alerts issued, and a rooftop tent debate you won’t want to miss. JD is joined by Loren Campbell, Kristy Byers, Amy and Mike Malone, Justin from KrashFab, Steve Botkin, and Calvin and Jennifer from SRG Offroad for an unfiltered discussion about what’s changing fast in the off-road world—and what it means for all of us.From real talk about land use and trail-saving strategies to pent-up rants about warranties and Jeep gear, this one delivers a mix of policy, personality, and perspective. If you’ve got questions about public land, Pentastar problems, or puffy tents—you’re in the right place.📘 News TopicsRoadless Rule Repealed: Nearly 59 million acres of national forest land may see improved access thanks to the rollback of a rule that blocked road developmentBLM Comment Policy Overturned: The “substantive comment” rule was eliminated, opening the door for more public voices to be heardTrail Saver Program: Loren shares how Utah’s UPLA is organizing personal trail stories and photos for future land use fightsThe Lee Amendment Dropped: A controversial land sale proposal is removed from the budget bill—JD and Loren explain why it matteredPentastar Engine TSB: Jeep releases a Technical Service Bulletin for 2018–2025 Wranglers and Gladiators experiencing camshaft/rocker wear issuesJeep × Dometic Air Tent: A lightweight, inflatable, officially licensed rooftop tent makes waves—and sparks debate among the crew📍 Trails and DestinationsSand Mountain, UtahDrummond Island, Michigan🛠️ Gear and ToolsJeep + Dometic Air Tent (concept)Carobotor Dash SystemsPentastar TSB Overview – Wrangler & Gladiator 2018–2025🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJK — InstagramLoren Campbell: UPLAAmy & Mike Malone: Midwest KrawlersJustin: KrashFabKristy Byers: VisitDrummondSteve Botkin: EpicAdventureDuoSRG Offroad – Calvin & Jennifer: Instagram🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon CoalitionTread Lightly!Stay the Trail ColoradoUtah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA)🗓️ Events and ResourcesSunflower Trail RideKing of the Hammers📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop nowTrailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com

On this jam-packed roundtable edition of The Trailhead, JD hosts updates from a panel of familiar voices that have been guests on the show before. From Mike and Amy Malone of Midwest Krawlers to Loren Campbell, Kristy Beyer, and Justin from KrashFab, Steve Botkin, and Jennifer and Calvin from SRG Offroad, the group shares stories from recent trail events, gear wins and fails, and plans for what's next. JD even dishes on his now infamous Sand Hollow incident,  It’s everything you love about The Trailhead—laughs, land use, and community updates.📍 Trails and DestinationsDrummond IslandMoab Area Trails🛠️ Gear and ToolsKrashFab Offroad Fabrication🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJK — InstagramMidwest KrawlersKristy: @drummondislandjeepgirl — InstagramJustin: KrashFab — Website🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon CoalitionTread Lightly!Stay the Trail ColoradoLoren Campbell: Utah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA)📘 News TopicsTrail Hero X reflectionsLand use efforts across the countryAI tools for comment writingTrail Saver initiative📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop nowTrailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com

What do broken Gladiators, exploded oil pumps, and wildly unfiltered voicemails have in common? This episode. JD's back with Nathan, Alyssa, Kerry, and Bryan—are all back in the virtual studio and unpacking the chaos of the last few months. JD and Nathan share behind-the-scenes moments from Trail Hero X, including media madness and sandblasted gear. Alyssa’s been chasing desert sunsets—until her oil pump blew up. Kerry’s JL made it home, but his axle didn’t. And Bryan? He’s got updates on his builds, upgrades, and a few unfiltered thoughts to toss into the fire. Toss in our regular laughs and a voicemail that might require an exorcism—we're back we're officially back, at The Trailhead.📍 Trails and DestinationsTop of the World, UtahSand Hollow State Park🛠️ Gear and ToolsBluetti AC200MAX + Solar PanelsGoal Zero Yeti Power StationARB Dual CompressorJackery Battery Pack🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJK — InstagramAlyssa: @holdmycoffee_az — InstagramNathan: @mudhorn_gladiator — InstagramKerry: @thetrailtraveler — InstagramBryan: @beatrice_jku — Instagram🌎 Advocacy & ConservationTread Lightly!Stay the Trail Colorado🗓️ Events and ResourcesTrail HeroEJS – Easter Jeep SafariKing of the Hammers📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop nowTrailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com

In this episode of The Trailhead, JD sits down with Leah, Ryan, and Brandon from the Rampart Range Motorized Management Committee (RRMMC) to explore the inner workings of one of Colorado’s most iconic and heavily trafficked OHV areas: the Rampart Range. Known as a true mecca for outdoor recreation, Rampart includes a diverse mix of motorized routes, from full-size 4x4 roads to an extensive network of singletrack and ATV trails—over 200 miles in total winding through the Pike National Forest. RRMMC specifically focuses on the stewardship of trails designated for motorcycles and ATVs, including singletrack and two-track routes, while collaborating closely with the U.S. Forest Service and other land management agencies to ensure cohesive trail planning and maintenance. The team shares how they manage growing usage, educate new riders, and promote long-term sustainability in this high-demand area. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to Rampart, this episode offers a comprehensive look at what it takes to keep the trails open, safe, and fun for all types of users.📍 Trails and DestinationsRampart Range Road, ColoradoRainbow Falls, Colorado🛠️ Gear and ToolsNone mentioned in this episode.🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJK🌎 Advocacy & ConservationRampart Range Motorized Management Committee (RRMMC)BlueRibbon Coalition🖊️ News TopicsSpooky Rampart Range: Adolf Coors III Murder CaseAnatomy of a Murder - 5280 Magazine🗓️ Events and ResourcesRRMMC Volunteer Info & Events📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only a few reviews away from a giveaway — Write one hereFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): Shop HereDiscounts for Trailheads!Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off

🎧 Podcast Show NotesSummaryIn this episode of The Trailhead, JD and Kerry sit down with Jason and Aaron from Portal Pros to dig into the past, present, and future of portal axles. From early design challenges to new product launches and how portal tech is changing the game for hardcore off-roaders, this chat covers it all. They talk about the evolution of the company, what it's like to design for real-world use, and what sets their setups apart. If you've ever considered portals or just want to understand the "why" behind the hype, this is your behind-the-scenes pass.📍Trails and DestinationsPritchett Canyon, UtahSand Hollow State Park🛠️ Gear and ToolsPortal Pros Official SiteGear Reduction PortalsPSC Hydraulic Steering🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJKKerry Garrison: TheTrailTraveler🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsNone in this episode.📅 Events and ResourcesKing of the Hammers📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only a few reviews away from a giveaway — Write one hereFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): Shop HereDiscounts for Trailheads!Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off

While the team is at Trail Hero X, this episode of The Trailhead dives into a question every off-roader eventually faces: are you building your rig to match your trails, or choosing trails to match your build? JD, Pope & Randi (JemAndTheMisfit), Bryan (Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox), and Mike (JKTrlFnder) share how their vehicle choices, upgrades, and driving styles are shaped by the terrain they love. From high-clearance Broncos to hydro-assist setups and one-ton swaps, the crew breaks down how their wheeling preferences drive their builds—and how their builds open up new off-road possibilities. If you've ever debated tire size, axle strength, or whether your rig is too nice to wheel, this is the episode for you.📍Trails and DestinationsSand Hollow State Park, UtahBehind the Rocks, Moab, UtahTop of the World, Moab, Utah🛠️ Gear and ToolsBronco Badlands Sasquatch PackageFox 2.5 CoiloversRockford Fosgate SpeakersStinger Electronics Horizon Head UnitPSC Hydraulic Assist SteeringRCV Performance Axles🚙 Community ShoutoutsBryan: Beatrice JKU the LunchboxJD: MeAndMyYellowJKMike: JKTrlFnderPope & Randi: JemandtheMisfit🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsFord Bronco Rebates and Dealer DiscountsTariffs and Jeep’s Pricing Pressure📅 Events and ResourcesTrail Hero X 2025Easter Jeep Safari (EJS) 2025Jeep Beach 2025📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews — Write one hereFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): Shop HereDiscounts for Trailheads!Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off

In this quick Trail Hero X kickoff episode, JD, Pope & Randi, and Alyssa rally together to prep for the big journey ahead. With Trail Hero Expeditions right around the corner, the crew reflects on how far the podcast has come—101 episodes deep—and shares last-minute gear checks, travel logistics, and some friendly banter about new rigs and tire drama. From overlanding in Broncos to wheeling in Toyotas and Jeeps, this trip marks the first time the full team heads out together. It’s a short but heartfelt behind-the-scenes check-in before the crew hits the trail for one of their biggest adventures yet.📍Trails and DestinationsSand Hollow State Park, Utah🛠️ Gear and ToolsGoodyear Wrangler Duratrac Tires (discontinued)BFGoodrich KO3 TiresToyo Open Country R/T Trail Tires🚙 Community ShoutoutsAlyssa: HoldMyCoffee_AZJD: MeAndMyYellowJKPope & Randi: JemandtheMisfit🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon CoalitionUtah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA)📅 Events and ResourcesTrail Hero X 2025📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews — Write one hereFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): Shop HereDiscounts for Trailheads!Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off

Join us for a milestone episode—our 100th—where JD talks again with Ben Burr, Executive Director of the BlueRibbon Coalition, to break down the first 100 days of the new administration. They discuss crucial updates on monument designations, ongoing legal challenges, and critical policy shifts impacting public land access. Ben gives updates from the front lines, including insights on the newly established Chuckwalla National Monument and ongoing battles in Glen Canyon. Get the latest on litigation efforts, advocacy wins, and what's coming next in the fight for public lands.📍 Trails and DestinationsChuckwalla National Monument, CaliforniaGlen Canyon National Recreation Area, UtahHenry Mountains, UtahSan Rafael Swell, Utah🛠️ Gear and ToolsBlueRibbon Coalition Guidebook🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon CoalitionUtah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA)BlueRibbon Coalition Sweepstakes – Enter to Win📰 News TopicsChuckwalla National Monument LawsuitAntiquities Act Information📅 Events and ResourcesCongressional Review Act Information📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews — Write one hereFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): https://thetrailheadnetwork.com/shop/Discounts for Trailheads!Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off

This episode is all about the crew—what’s new, what’s broken, and what’s coming next. JD, Pope & Randi (JemAndTheMisfit), Bryan (Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox), and Mike (JKTrlFnder) catch up and share everything from exciting Bronco purchases and hydro steering installs to the reality of aging Jeeps and fried motors. Bryan talks about adding a Ford F-350 Lariat tow rig to the lineup, while JD celebrates a long-overdue clockspring fix. Randi confesses her Bronco is definitely not staying stock, and Mike drops news about trussed axles and Vernal test runs. It’s a full roundtable of shop talk, road prep, and off-road storytelling with the Trailhead crew.📍Trails and DestinationsSand Hollow, UtahBehind the Rocks, Moab, UtahTop of the World, Utah🛠️ Gear and ToolsBronco Badlands Sasquatch PackageFox 2.5 CoiloversRockford Fosgate SpeakersStinger Electronics Horizon Head UnitPSC Hydraulic Assist SteeringRCV Performance Axles🚙 Community ShoutoutsBryan: Beatrice JKU the LunchboxJD: MeAndMyYellowJKMike: JKTrlFnderPope & Randi: JemandtheMisfit🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsFord Bronco Rebates and Dealer DiscountsTariffs and Jeep’s Pricing Pressure📅 Events and ResourcesTrail Hero X 2025Easter Jeep Safari (EJS) 2025Jeep Beach 2025📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews — Write one hereFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): Shop HereDiscounts for Trailheads!Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off

🎧 Podcast Show NotesSummaryJD is joined by Bryan (Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox), Mike (JKTrlFnder), Nathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiator, and Angie (Purple Haze JKU) in this high-energy, heart-filled episode of The Trailhead. With Easter Jeep Safari just around the corner, the crew swaps build updates, road trip plans, and favorite Jeep colors—including the return of Mojito Green. Bryan previews the upcoming Memorial Run on Behind the Rocks, while Angie shares her vision of turning Purple Haze into a full-blown buggy. Plus, Nathan reveals he and his family are officially heading to Trail Hero X, and JD confirms the podcast team will be embedded in the event this May. Trail prep, wheeling strategy, and a bit of emotional reflection all mix together in one unforgettable episode.📍Trails and DestinationsBehind the Rocks, Moab, UtahKitzmiller, Maryland (Badge of Honor)Drummond Island, Michigan🛠️ Gear and ToolsMotobilt Drop Down TailgateRockford Fosgate SpeakersStinger Head UnitsRust-Oleum Automotive PaintKrash Fab Rock SlidersRock Hard 4x4 CagesPSC Hydraulic Assist Steering🚙 Community ShoutoutsAngie (Purple Haze JKU)Bryan: Beatrice JKU the LunchboxJD: MeAndMyYellowJKMike: JKTrlFnderNathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiator🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon Coalition📰 News TopicsMojito Green Returns for 2025 Wranglers & GladiatorsTrail Hero X Announcement📅 Events and ResourcesTrail Hero X 2025Easter Jeep Safari (EJS) 2025Jeep Beach 2025📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! We’re only 9 reviews away from a giveaway at 30 reviews — Write one hereFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit the Site: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear (Shirts & More): https://thetrailheadnetwork.com/shop/Discounts for Trailheads!Tyri Offroad Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 for 15% off