The first time I came down that long hill it was wet and I was in turf mode but didn't know it. I downshift to let the engine brake hold me back, like I always do and almost crashed because 1 wheel drive sucks on steep, wet hills.
I've had that tree prop me up a few times.
Turns out, I had the GoPro on as we were approaching V-notch. You can't see much due to me being in the back, but the best part is I get out of the Pioneer and shut it off right as he is making his attempt at the top ledge. FML.
I don't how he walks without a wheel barrow . . . or as @trigger phrased it: Tink, Tink!
Kickin' it on the trail with some great folks/friends...
There is something to be learned from guys with 40+ years of off road experience. More bad things happen by indecision or non commitment on challenging obstacles. Sometimes you just have to drive through it with failure is not an option attitude, while not being so aggressive you fully trash your driveline. I've seen more than a few mighty P500 miracles out of @lee over several years.
Lol, there was video posted by @Hondasxs of me taking a line up Dragon's Back that I've never seen anyone else give a go. It was a balancing act that would not end up well if you "chose poorly". It's the stone ridge along the channel everyone tries to straddle without getting on the door/ roll cage. Thinking back, although navigated easily, I probably wouldn't try that again 🤔
I'm a Honda fan of several decades, I'm not going anywhere and will surely ride red again, unless 1986 happens all over again with SXS that happened to ATC's.
