Jeepster Chronicles
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How I Made a Lifelong Friend on the Rubicon Trail in One Weekend (Real Story)
I just got home from breakfast with Tucker. Yeah, that Tucker—the guy my son Evan and I randomly met on the Rubicon Trail last August. We sat there for an hour over coffee and pancakes, laughing about damaged fenders and headlamp-lit rock gardens, then somehow ended up swapping stories about our kids like we’d known…
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Discover Breathtaking Views on the Grey Horse Mine Trail
If you’re looking for a short but rewarding off-road adventure with a heavy dose of mining history and killer panoramic views, the Grey Horse Mine Trail just north of Kearny, AZ should be on your list. Melissa and I ran it in mid-September 2025 and came away seriously impressed. Trail Ratings (as of September 2025)…
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“Rubicon Trail Day 2: Conquering Big Sluice Adventures”
Buck Island to Rubicon Springs Day two started with a literal roadblock right out of camp: the Buck Island V-notch climb. It was a chaotic traffic jam with Jeeps crawling in both directions. Among them was an 82-year-old trailblazer in a Gladiator, cruising westbound and tackling the steep drop like a pro. His grit was…
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Adventure on the Rubicon Trail: Lessons Learned
Day one: Loon Lake to Buck Island The Rubicon Trail kicked off with a bang as we rolled out from Loon Lake, tires crunching over the rocky terrain, ready for an adventure. The trail wasted no time testing our mettle, and by the end of the day, we had stories, new friends, and a few…
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Sunshine, Rocks, and Views for Days: Smiley Rock in the Foxy Lady
A Picture-Perfect Day on the Trail Some days on the trail are good, and some are downright unforgettable. Our recent run on the Smiley Rock trail falls firmly into the latter. With the sun shining bright and not a cloud in sight, we couldn’t have asked for better weather to hit the dirt. Foxy Lady Handles Business…
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Humble Beginnings to Offroad Mecca: The Easter Jeep Safari
Rewind to the spring of 1967. The Moab Chamber of Commerce, seeking to boost tourism during the quieter Easter weekend, partnered with local Jeep enthusiast…