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Summertime Jeepin’: 5 Must-Haves

Post date: 11 May 2022 FINALLY the weather here in Northern Colorado is warm enough to call spring, and maybe even summer some days… So...

Snow Day Safety

A collection of articles related to winter driving safety and snow wheeling. Happy Snow Day!

Rig Assistance for Lame or Aging Large Breeds

Trail rig vehicle ramp and harness options for large breed dogs who need a little extra help!

Shaping a Trail Dog: 12 Tips for Success

All dogs love the outdoors and most really enjoy a trip into the backcountry – here are 12 tips for success...plus puppy photos!

New to Jeepin’? Here’s What I’d Do First...

If I went back a few years to when I started offroading, knowing what I do now, here's the list of rig modification priorities I would&#

Photography On The Trail

Whether you venture out on an easy trail or something hardcore, the scenery is bound to be amazing! Here are 7 tips to capture those views!

Snow Wheeling: 8 Lessons for Winter Adventurers

Offroading in snowy terrain requires finesse and skill, which can only be developed with experience. Here are eight lessons for winter wheel

Sevenmile Snow Run 2018

On Saturday, February 17, 35 rigs showed up to support military Veterans at a snow run on Sevenmile trail in northern Colorado!

5 Reasons On-Trail Communication is Important (and 5 Options to Get You Started)

Adequate communication on trail helps ensure safety and increased enjoyment for all attendees - here's why, and a few products to consid

When to Consider a Hydro Assist Steering Upgrade

What does the PSC Hydro Assist do that the stock one doesn’t? Well, in layman’s terms, it basically creates true power steering for your upg

First-time Trail Run: Metberry Gulch

On November 11 I did my very first off-road trail ride as a member of Chicks On The Rocks at Metberry Gulch! The event was hosted by...

2nd Annual Veteran’s Day Trail Run

Nearly 100 rigs registered in support of the 2nd Annual fundraising event hosted by Wheelers for the Wounded of Colorado. There were so...

TNT Customs 4Xploring: "Master Your Terrain"

A short drive north from Fort Collins to Cheyenne, Wyoming provides an opportunity for inspiration at the TNT Customs shop where they can...

6 Reasons to Get an Annual Exam

Not your annual exam, though that’s important too… I’m talking about a thorough examination of your off-road vehicle by a qualified...

Who Goes First? 10 Rules for Off-road Trail Etiquette

If you’ve ever met another off-roader on trail and wondered who goes first, this is the post for you. And, it’s always a good review for...

High Jinks in Medicine Bow

We spent Labor Day weekend dispersed camping at Vedauwoo, Wyoming and on Saturday, September 2, five soccer moms headed out to explore...

Running the Dunes

“Let’s do something different,” my husband said, so on the first day of July we headed northwest of Fort Collins two hours to the North...

Trail Ridge Road: Rocky Mountain NP

Climbing to an altitude of 12,183 feet, Trail Ridge Road winds through Rocky Mountain National Park and provides an astounding sampling...

Roof-top Tent with Annex (Review + Video!)

Last weekend we tried out our new four-person-with-annex roof-top tent (RTT) by Odin Designs and are so happy with all its features and...

Off-Road Camp Trailer Build

Looking to advance to the next level of ease and comfort on your wheeling and camping adventures? Consider an off-road camp trailer! And,...

Within Arm’s Reach

When hitting the trails it’s a necessity to carry a full spectrum of recovery and survival gear. But on trail runs I also like to pull...

JK (and JL, plus Gladiator) Must-Have: ACE Lava Jacket!

Post by Dawn Original publish: 11 Apr 2017 Re-publish: 21 May 2022 If you own a Wrangler you should drive around for at least a portion...

Full Size Trails in Colorado

Did ya know that some recreational trails in Colorado require a special paid permit that must be displayed while using the trail? I did...

Four More Reasons to Bedline Your Rig!

In 2015 I posted about why I chose to take the carpets out of my Jeep and have the interior sprayed with LINE-X. When my husband...

Trail Checklist: 40+ Vehicle Recovery Items

In the last post on winter wheeling rules recovery gear was briefly mentioned, and in an older article I included vehicle recovery items...

5 Winter Wheeling Rules You Need to Know!

This post was authored by Jason of JK cOlllllllOrado, reprinted with permission. Safety is the number one priority when off-roading any time

4 Options for Better Air (psst...holiday gift ideas!)

Sitting at each tire again, I’ve always held the handle down manually to air back up each tire – and by the 4th tire the hand cramp that occ

Veteran’s Day Trail Run!

The day could not have been more beautiful for the 1st Annual Wheelers for the Wounded of Colorado Veteran’s Day trail run, held near...

Wanted: Trail Damage Photos!

Update: The trail damage gallery page has been temporarily removed. Chicks On The Rocks wants your trail damage photos! I’m not talking...

Dressing Kids for Subalpine Adventures

In my last post, I talked at length about why and how to layer appropriate types of clothing for mountain adventures (especially...

Outdoor Adventure Gear: Mountain Clothing

I learned the hard way that the type of clothing worn on mountain adventures can have a huge impact on my enjoyment of the Great...

Trail Food! (Part 2)

Note: this article discusses trail snack ideas, and trail food that for the most part doesn't require a cooler - ideal for longer...

Trail Food! (Part 1)

Note: Part 1 of two articles on trail food options is designed for day-trip wheeling, when leaving and returning home the same day. Most...

Hermit Pass – Last Hurrah of Summer 2016!

The Last Hurrah of our summer 2016 camping season almost didn’t happen as my husband was traveling on business in the Carolinas with...

Aneurysm and Heart Attack Hill

The obstacles on our last trail run sounded like a visit to the doctor’s office might be in order! Nonetheless, I found the Heart Attack...

The Importance of Post-Trail Care

I love a dirty Jeep and signs of the trail indicate my ride is no Pavement Princess! But, rust is an insidious beast and I’ve invested...

Lady Drivers Trail Run!

On Saturday, July 2, the group JKcOlllllllOrado hosted a trail event for lady drivers and I was so happy to be able to attend! Men who...

11 Reasons to go Jeepin’!

Why do you off-road? For me, it’s not just a sport, it’s also a lifestyle (Jeep Wave, anyone?!). Jeepin’ is not my whole life, but it’s a...

Get Unstuck: Winching Accessories

Now that you’ve got a winch and know how to use it, it’s time to expand your recovery capabilities by stocking your rig with some useful...

Winching Basics

If you’ve got a winch, do you know its operating basics? When I first had my winch installed I read the instruction manual and then,...

Why I Love my Winch (and other features of AEV’s front bumper)

Recently, as I was recounting the fun I had winching myself up an icy hill on Sevenmile, someone laughed and said, “You Jeepers are the...

Should You Trim Your Jeep Pinch Seams?

Recently E and M brought over their brand-new Hard Rock Rubicon and a lively Jeep discussion ensued, which is always awesome! M noted...

Sevenmile Snow Run

On Saturday, February 20, my husband and I and one of my brothers visiting from out of state joined some JK cOlllllllOrado members for a...

Greener Jeeping - Off-Road Care for the Environment

For the most part I consider myself to be a pretty “green” gal. I think taking care of our world is imperative for the survival of future...

Trail-Ready Water Filtration and Purification

When wheeling or camping we always take more water than we think we’ll need. I’ve got water in the bumper of my Jeep. Water in a 5-gallon...

Got Air? OnBoard Options

Picture this: you’ve just run a tough trail in your off-road ride and now it’s time to head back home. You’d aired down your tires for...

Not for Stinky Gym Clothes - How Lockers Can Enhance Your Off-road Experience

Let’s talk lockers. No, not the old metal standbys that store sweaty gym clothes, pizza crusts, overdue homework and who knows what else....

Ten Trails on my Off-Road Bucket List

It’s been a few weeks since I was last able to go wheeling and I’ve had to content myself with dreaming of my next trail run. Part of the...

Seeking Gold Over Mosquito Pass

At a summit height of 13,185 feet, Mosquito Pass (Lake County and Park County, Colorado) is the highest pass in our state open to...

Preparedness 101: Packing for Short-term Survival and Vehicle Recovery

In Preparedness 101: Storage, I discussed some locking storage options that I utilize in my Jeep, and the next step is to fill the space...

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