Black Bear Pass - Hardest Trail in Colorado? - Full Trail Review - Blown Sidewall at The Steps
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Hey guys, been seeing Black Bear Pass on YT and other social media for awhile now. We finally were able to take our #tacoma out and see why it's consider one of the hardest #offroading trail in #Colorado. We started around 1pm and finished around 6pm in Telluride. It was a bit longer than we thought but we wanted to take our time to enjoy the trail but also carefully choose our line on this trail. Our friend #xterra was trying to avoid some bikers coming up the trail and blew out his sidewall while hugging the rocky wall of the trail. Overall this trail was definitely the hardest off roading trail I've done because it was very steep, technical and just overall gnarly going down. Hope you enjoy this trail review video of #blackbearpass. If you like this video consider subscribing to the channel and follow along on our #overlanding #adventure in Colorado.
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Loved that shot @ 24.00... with the waterfall crossing the trail and the vehicles going by... stunning. It's an amazing trail that black bear pass have, watched so many videos of this place. Great filming 👍🚙🇦🇺
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you..we seen a few videos of it too before tackling it and seeing it with our own eyes is just breathtaking. That view coming down was so iconic of this trail.
Great video! We love Telluride and riding the San Juan mountain roads. We've been all over up there, but never been over Black Bear pass. This video makes me want to take the plunge. Thanks for posting!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
That area is so pretty...I wish we had time to see more of it. Black Bear is so iconic in the area that we must do it when we were there.
Scary trial! Great job in controlling the nerves the views were incredible and the drone views make the video fantastic. Thanks for sharing.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
It definitely a scary trail especially if it's your first time doing it. I had to throw the drone up for that epic view of the city and waterfall
Totally awesome video Michael, love the ground and air footage.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
Thanks for taking us along Michael! Super epic views! Nice to see your Wife drive, and that 5 point turn was sketch.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jon. Those switchbacks are so tight
Michael you actually got me nervous for you, that was awesome and scary at the same time, glad all of you made it back ok, thanks for sharing
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Us too man...we were all terrify at how steep yet beautiful that area near the waterfall was. Thanks for watching
Great job Michael, you and your entire crew. Team work and how great y'all were spotting each other all along those tough terrains is impressive to watch. You got a little too close to the edge of the cliff at one point, but I guess with that huge ass truck, you couldn't have done it any other way. Glad you all made it back in one piece. Daredevils 😅
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you...man I didn't realized how close I was to that wall until later. One wrong move could've damage my sides...definitely a trail you have to be extra cautious. Thanks for watching
I can honestly say I didn't love Black Bear and its an 8/10 for me. Every time I had my breath taken away by the views and elevation I was quickly taken out of it by the danger of all the shear drops. I would only do it again if I were allowed to go up it. More challenging that way lol. Good trip, looking forward to the next one! Thanks for putting all these videos together Mike!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Dude...it was so hard not to stare down at Telluride but then the rushing water reminded me that yea...we're on a side of a mountain so be careful dummy haha
@gldsmith61
Жыл бұрын
There is one day a year that you are aloud to go up instead of down, the local jeep clubs know the date , so check with some of them.
Great video! That last turn was definitely tight for a truck. Excited to run this ourselves later this year!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks bro...the hitch slider only got bang up a bit haha...you guys will love it. So many trails out there
I have been watching your channel for a while now, but after this upload, I had to hit that subscribe like and bell icon. This stuff is killer. You guys be safe out there on those passes.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks bro..it's definitely help us get out spotting skill and picking line skill get better
@Ttcopp12rt
Жыл бұрын
@@Michael_Tran You guys did good at around @10:30. We fucked up and went too fast (probably around 8-10 mph) at that section and flipped twice right there (the second flip over was because none of our buddies wanted to get out & spot us until we passed the deep dips)... Learned alot from watching this video. Awesome video bro.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
@@Ttcopp12rt Oh man for real? That sounds pretty crazy. Everyone alright? Our friend in the GMC had done this trail once before and knew all the technical spot and it helps us out since we haven't done this trail before. We didn't want to damage or flip our rig since we had a week more in Colorado. Definitely a good idea just to go out and spot if you feel uncomfortable.
I just did it for the third time 3 weeks ago. Amazing! Great video!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Dang...3 times. that's so awesome! It such an amazing area.
Pretty tight spot to get a flat 😮! Nice view though lol awesome trail and awesome video mike! Hopefully I can make it to this trail one day
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
We were pretty scared that we didn't have the room to do the repair...glad it didn't happened on the steps...that would've been hard
Beautiful video bro! Exited to do this run. I'll be using this as reference in the future.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin! You guys will rock this trail...it's so beautiful area and the trail is just awesome! Enough to keep you focused but the view is just breathtaking.
Man alive! Just badass team work. Loved the wifey getting in on the action. Thanks for sharing P.S. I’m impressed with the length of the Tacoma and it handled. Wow
@Michael_Tran
9 ай бұрын
I was a bit worried too being in a long bed but it does really well.
@SarahBoonesPencil
9 ай бұрын
@@Michael_Tran do you participate in the hammers?
@Michael_Tran
9 ай бұрын
No I've never been to one. @@SarahBoonesPencil
Hey, I gotta hand to you, a superb video on the pass. It really showed the difficult sections. We're doing this 31 July 2023 & I'm insisting that my spouse & grandson (he's from Chicago) watch & learn what to do as you did. I have a FJ so I know it is capable. I just need those spotters out there. Always had B Bear Pass in our sights here in Colo. Good work on producing this. 😁
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you...I appreciate the comment. We've couldn't have done it without our group of friends. Having people there for moral support and spotting is key to having a safe adventure. Im glad it wasn't a busy day and we could take our time on that scary steps...youll have fun on that trail.
Damn bro. Your rig looking like a beast!!!! The storage boxes look sick !!!!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks man...the build is coming along...theres a few other stuff I want to do to it but for now I think it looks really good.
Been over 30 years since I did it (in a CJ-7). Back then, I thought Engineer was tougher because of clearance before everything was lifted. But, the switchbacks, steepness, and potential drop-offs are definitely impressive.
Nice video, glad you guys had an enjoyable trip. The drone footage is fantastic and I appreciate you showing more of the areas where the high clearance comes in handy. Pretty much cemented that my vehicle, despite being a 4x4, will not have sufficient clearance unless I am good with scratching up the bottom. Ha! Were you guys in low gear coming down? If not, that will help a ton with keeping low speed on some of those traverses and will save your brakes (I use my transmission coming down mountain passes all over - in CA too). And for some of the commenters on here, as someone from Colorado - I cannot imagine nor recommend a 2WD anything on this pass. If you need to see what happens if brakes fail on this pass or you make a mistake, there are videos out there where people have come off the mountain and not the way you want to.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you...even with about 11.5 inches of clearance I do feel like its not enough for some of those ruts. I did use 4lo on a few sections going down...but honestly I didn't use it the whole way. In hindsight I would've been helpful and save my brake a bit.
wow amazing stuff. done footage was incredible. jealous of the trip
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you...it's such an amazing area
@heathjobe6431
Жыл бұрын
Should have said drone footage
It was awesome doing it again with you buddy
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Let's get the whole crew on it haha...jk
Good coverage of the steep sections, definitely gave me some more courage to do it in my short bed tacoma :)
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you...yea shorter wheel base is good if you're not too top heavy
I’ve done Black Bear Pass multiple times, including just a couple weeks ago. I don’t understand why it gets so many people calling it the “hardest” trail in CO. Holy Cross is far more technical and difficult, as are numerous other trails. BB is exposed, but you’re not driving on the air or exposure. Props to a fun outing!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
We gotta see Holy Cross...I think for my first time in Colorado, it was our hardest trail this trip. However I have no doubt Colorado have some really intense trail that I would love to see one day again.
@thegiant573
Жыл бұрын
Some of us don't like cliffs, that's what makes it hard.
@jeeperp3926
11 ай бұрын
@@thegiant573 but, you’re not on the cliff. You’re well away from it. Your anxiety and inability to think rationally is what makes it dangerous for you.
Vehicles going up hill have the right away, but at the point on the trail it was one way going down. Too bad about the punctured tire, but you guys made quick work of it. Thanks for taking us along.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Yea for sure...glad it wasn't a busy day on the trail. We made quick of the tire change before there was another group behind us.
Definitely on my bucket list
Great video. That is most vehicles I've seen with roof mounted gear do black bear. It looks like it was an epic trip
@Michael_Tran
6 ай бұрын
Thank you...it was definitely a bit sketchy for the RTT guys you can feel it if you're top heavy doing this trail.
I have done BB twice. The second time, my friends and I ended up being the trail guides as everyone else who met up at the top were first timers. Definitely nerve wracking being the "seasoned veteran". Everyone made it down Rubber side oriented correctly! Key to the steps is taking a higher line and turning left to come down perpendicular, especially for IFS vehicles. Solid axles and larger tires handle the flex without as much of that tipping feeling!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Sound like you guys had a good time and a lasting memories to talk about haha...these are the type of trails that you will talk about for years to come. Definitely need some experience off-roading to tackle this trail especially the steps
@jeeperp3926
Жыл бұрын
You nailed it on the line to take. The problem with Black Bear itself, rather with the inexperienced drivers who feel compelled to put it on their “done” list.
@Reverend1776
Жыл бұрын
@@jeeperp3926 it's certainly not a check box! Some will end up in a box!
@jeeperp3926
Жыл бұрын
@@Reverend1776 Very few people have died on Black Bear. Most of those that have were novices attempting a trail beyond their mental capacities. Whether a teenage driver or someone on real trails for the first time, inexperience, not the roads or trails, is the danger.
Good video and great rigs! The person spotting was brutal, obviously new to that.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@shishkabobmiller2693
Жыл бұрын
For sure. I spent most of the time watching this going "DRIVER DRIVER DRIVER!"
awesome video! I have heard about this trail!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
It's a famous trail in Colorado...the view is pretty awesome from this trail
Great video production, drone work.
@Michael_Tran
11 ай бұрын
Thank you
Good video and great rigs!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
I wanna start overlanding. These videos definitely peak my interest.
@Michael_Tran
7 ай бұрын
You should!
The nerves and adrenaline Was at a all time high!..I feel idk maybe maybe my 2wheeeeelly 4runner can make it! Lol maybe ..but the view is absolutely beautiful
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
That last section has us all on edge for sure...definitely a fun experience. The view was so iconic
That red toyota pickup truck BOSS 😂
Awesome footage!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks man...those shots came out really good.
I did the black bear pass in a stock 100 series land cruiser. It was great!
@Michael_Tran
11 ай бұрын
Nice! It's doable in a stock 4wd but definitely takes experience and good spotter
Those stairs going down are nuts!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Definitely a butt puckering section
Good thing the weather was nice and sunny.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Me too...we miss so much of the rain, it was awesome.
Go places 🎉🤙🏽🔥
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
For sure!
Much props to all y’all
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thanks
Wow. great!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
Love Black Bear! done it many times. Poughkeepsie Gulch as well!
@Michael_Tran
10 ай бұрын
I think next time I want to check Poughkeepsie gulch
I know you posted this video 2 months ago, but that trail looks fun. I wouldn't mind trying it someday.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Definitely a must do if you're in the area...it's such an iconic trail but now I think there's snow
Awesome drone shot at around 23:15
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Thank you...it was too good to pass up
Ran it in my stock 4Runner sr5 two weeks ago. Definitely scary! Videos do not do it justice! I took it really slow so I wouldn’t break anything. Glad I did it but not sure I want to do it again! Some idiots in side by sides were coming up the switch backs in the one way section so that was fun
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Man..stock. that's awesome bro! Definitely scary looking down at that switchback. The one way sign should be bigger so people can see that its dangerous if they go up for drivers coming down. That's why my friends had to hug the wall and blew out his sidewall
Great vid! I've heard this place referred to as "brown pants pass". Now I know why
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Haha...really? That's a pretty accurate name for it
28:36 damn it! Wheeh
Keep your hands inside the vehicle boys/girls. For those spotting/filming, don't stand so close to the front of the vehicles specially on the same incline/angle the vehicles can rollover, think if the vehicle rolls where would it land, think if the brakes fail or the driver makes a mistake where would that vehicle go ? Basic common sense will maximize your safety. Be safe out there and keep having fun. Nice video and nice rigs.
Absolutely a treasure like; The Rubicon, Imogene, Moab, Mojave, and so many others. My families favorite, by just a little bit, is the 143 miles of off road in Death Valley during Christmas. Too hot in the summer but the valley is surrounded by peaks, such as Telegraph Peak 11,700 feet high. Truly fantastic going from hot and dry to driving on ice in a couple of days before having Christmas buffet in Las Vegas.
@Michael_Tran
7 ай бұрын
Death Valley is so vast...we have been there 4 times now and barely cover the area. There so much remoteness out there that it's kinda scary if you don't prepare properly but man what a treat to have that landscape and next to the Sierra mountains
@matthewdufur5489
7 ай бұрын
Absolutely. My family went four years in a row for Christmas in Death Valley. We always took a break and went to L.V. for buffet on the holiday. Jesus would off road in Death Valley while on vacation in the winter. @@Michael_Tran
@Michael_Tran
7 ай бұрын
The Buffets in Vegas is awesome! We stop by on our roadtrip just for that nothing else haha@@matthewdufur5489
@matthewdufur5489
7 ай бұрын
My family is into climbing. Telescope Peak is 11,750 feet. Starting at Bad Water to the top of Telescope in the largest climb in the 48. We used our Jeep to plant water jugs here and there before the climb. Wonderful experience.@@Michael_Tran
Great ride. Great views. I have a question for you. I am dying to know what is that bed rack on the black GMC at 9.37'. Do you have any idea?
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
He has a channel that breaks down his build. Look for YT channel "Team ATZ"
Awesome video! What time of the year is best to do this this trail?
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
We did it the first week of September. I recommend summer time and weekdays as it's pretty busy on weekends
Whoo, first haha
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Love it bro haha
I'm curious why a bottle jack didnt work. I find that using a combination of the stock little bottle jack with a big bottle jack makes it easy to change out tires. Because those hi lift jacks are incredibly dangerous.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Not sure...the trail was at a weird angle too...maybe if it was flatter surface. Even the hi lift jack had a hard time
I hope it’s not. I took a rookie off roader in a new manual Bronco and she did just fine on it. It was raining and hailing when we started too. It is not a super difficult trail but a dangerous one.
👍👍
We kept losing connection with our MAVIC 2 AIR… did you have connection issues with your drone as well? Nice content. Thanks
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Not on this trail...but I've lost connection multiple time when it's near a mountainside.
Good video. I've driven many a jeep trail in both my pickups and my Jeep YJ in Wyoming over the past 50 years. I fail to see why Black Bear has the reputation it does. Too many rookies and wannabes? That being said, I'm never going to take one of my rigs down there to Colorado to experience that pass. It's cheaper to do a rental, and they forbid Black Bear and Poughkeepsie. (only passes/trails I haven't done down there). Thanks for the video.
No issues with the 4dr longbed? I have the same. Been wanting to do this!!! Great video!!!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Beside a few bumps on the hitch receiver and doing crazy amount of turns on those switchbacks...the long bed overall did well just took more time to not hit my diff
@UniquelyUsAdventures
Жыл бұрын
@@Michael_Tran awesome thanks! You have your self a new subscriber!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
@@UniquelyUsAdventures Thanks man...really appreciate the support!
Can’t get enough of BB? - kzread.info/dash/bejne/f6OmydWDldLTerw.html You might enjoy a non-professional YT’ers ride-along from last year with my never-before-offroading relatives. 18 YO niece in front pax seat loved it and her parents in the back were troopers. Shot live with no fancy drones, no spiffy cut away camera shots, no fast forwards, and no music to get in the way of the crunching rock & tire sounds or lively conversation. Just a “You Are There” ride-along experience. Complements to Michael for his outstanding video work!
Do you upgrade the transmission cooler ? How often do you replace the trans oil ?
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
No I haven't...only 50k on it so far...mine 2017 had over 120k and needed it but not this one
Black bear pass is an easy trail for any experienced driver, if you can handle your fear of shelf roads its technical rating is maybe a four, stay off the trail if there is any chance of rain, the flash floods can be dangerous
If you're wondering what that is up there on the mountain it's the Bridal Veil Power Station.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
That's what I've heard
I've been looking at this trail since I was 18 years old always wanted to go try it out. I wonder how far my stock 2001 subaru forester would make it lol. No I'm not gonna try I'm smarter than that... but a girl can dream...
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Haha...I've heard of Subaru doing it...however not sure how experienced they are or how capable their rigs are. This trail definitely require some experience and nerve of steel going down
The best place in telluride for eats is baked in telluride! Best pizza ever!!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Im gonna have to hit that up next time...we had some disappointing burgers haha
Pearl Pass deserves consideration, as does Schofield and Devils Punchbowl.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
We gotta see those trails now. I was most of us first time wheeling in Colorado
What lift and wheel specs are you running? Just got a 22 trd offroad tacoma and wanting to start doing some trails
@Michael_Tran
4 күн бұрын
I got Kings 2.5 with resi...and add a leaf in the rear. Running 285 ko2
danm man i want to tackle this one, but its one of the only trails om actually scared to do.
@Michael_Tran
8 ай бұрын
If you have a good spotter...it's not that hard. It can look intimidating but taking your time and having a good spotter is key.
@mtnbound2764
8 ай бұрын
@@Michael_Tranyeah if the stairstep section was anywhere else, without a 50000ft drop off next to it, it would be a piece of cake!
Ive seen it all now. The local sheriff was right about the “ass clowns” on the trail….
Gnarly
Yo Mike, how many inch lift you have on your Tacoma? You're size? I'm wondering if my Taco can make that trail.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Hey bro...I have roughly 2.5inch of lift and 33s inch tires. Last time I check I believe I had around 11.5inch of clearance
Red Toyota don't give af lol, risking his rear diff every time.
@BrwnShinobi
Жыл бұрын
always enjoy your adventures!
@jurelle
Жыл бұрын
had some armor burned onto the pumpkin so its just collateral damage at this point lol😅
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
He definitely knows his rig...and love bashing it haha
As i am watching your group go down it looks like everyone is rolling a little fast not sure if everyone had or used low range on your transfer case my vehicle can go very slow in low range im talking about the steps the most dangerous part and i having gone to black bear pass yet i own many offroad vehicles a yota fj cruiser a h3t hummer truck a 05 lj jeep wrangler unlimited Rubicon a jeep commander all these are built for overlanding off road my jeep wrangler unlimited Rubicon is really built-up for flexing super low craw next your group should check out red cone Colorado high altitude steep up and down , any way you showed how many non built up vechiles can do black bear pass by being careful nice job
@Michael_Tran
10 ай бұрын
I think most of us were in 4lo...I was on 4hi for awhile until I was reminder to go 4lo...but I think the hardest part about this is pass is being too caught up looking at the view and not concentrating on the trail. It's hard not to get mesmerize with Telluride and forget that you can get kill if not careful here.
Do u run an offline map on your phone? If u do, which one do u prefer?
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
I prefere Gaia gps...they have a monthly subscription and you can have offline map
Stock ZR2 walked them all 🤣
Did you use 4 low after the steps all the way down ?
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
I think I was on 4hi still...however 4lo would've help out a bit for the brakes.
Important to have 4x4 on BBR, not for climbing traction......but for putting the truck in LOW RANGE and using it to creep. The lack of throttle control on the blue Taco is astounding.....it was only one spin out from going over the edge on the 2 point turns.
What size tires on the blue Taco?
@Michael_Tran
4 ай бұрын
33s ko2
So the oneway doesn't apply to the motorbikers?
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
I think it does...there's a sign at the switchback near the waterfall saying it's a one way only
So is your Tacoma 4x4 now? Or was it always 4x4 and never 2WD
@Michael_Tran
3 ай бұрын
My 2017 was a 2WD but this is my 2021 4x4..had it over 2 years
You do know those trucks have four-wheel low, right?
There is nothing technical about bbp. It's the pucker factor that is the entire trail. There are some real trails all over colorado that will leave you in the woods.
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Im sure there's more to Colorado. Definitely going back to hit more trails in the year to come. Its my first time and it's beautiful
@jeeperp3926
Жыл бұрын
Holy Cross trail is the Holy Crap trail of CO from a technical perspective!
10:00 *Who needs a spotter to go over curb sized rocks?*
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
When the curb size rock is next to a drop off you kinda want to be careful.
Think I would way rather 4 by out to a remote lake camp out and catch some fish!
I though the whole way is a one way Rd, so annoying the bikers going up! Not to just bring the negative moment. The whole trip looks amazing
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
You're not wrong...that section near the waterfall is only one way. There's a sign saying that...however not sure if it applied to motorbike? But it was really caught us by surprised seeing them going up.
Is it actually the hardest trail in Colorado?? I would definitely say no. It's just one of the highest consequence trails if you fall off. Take away the cliffs and it is a moderate trail if you are just talking about obstacles and the road itself. Still a great trail and enjoyed the video.
Great video but man I’d wish we would keep the coordinates off the video. If people really wanna run it let them do the research. Definitely helps keep the non 4x4 high clearance capable vehicles away ha
That blue tacoma needs to learn what 4 low is lol
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
But he was on 4 Lo
Is it me or was it every time someone said “go slow!” They ended up going fast🤔
Why does it look like you are not in 4Low? 😬
does the white 4runner have a youtube channel?
@Michael_Tran
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Unfortunately no...just IG
How long does it take to do this run?
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
Really depending on how much time you want to explore the areas...if you want to blast through it and have a capable rigs 2-3hrs...but know that this trail can get super busy and you can wait a long time if theres a big group.
@timbutts809
Жыл бұрын
@@Michael_Tran Looks like a beautiful run, I may do it.
Just came here to say if you think Black Bear Pass is the hardest you need to check out some of the other trails Colorado has to offer, Pearl Pass, Schofield Pass, Chinaman gulch, etc..
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
I don't doubt there's some gnarlier trail in Colorado...I should've said it was the sketchiest trail I've done. But it's our first time in Colorado and for sure on this trip it was the hardest.
@dirttales
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@@Michael_Tran Black Bear Pass is definitely the most known "hard" trail but I've done it twice in a Subaru Forester.. Next time you come back you should head out to Crested Butte or Ashcroft and attempt Pearl or Taylor Pass. Those are my favorites at this point after having done just about every known trail in CO!
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
@@dirttales We're definitely planning on going back maybe seeing the Fall season if possible next time...it's pretty epic I've heard
I jave an L.C. & a Late 80's Hilux- honestly i would rather do this trail in my Hilux!
Holy cross city way harder
Definitely not the hardest trail and really not difficult at all. There are points that are intimidating. And you must take care on the switchbacks.
@Michael_Tran
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I agree...I should've said the sketchiest trail. We done more rutted and rocky trail but this trail just require your constant attention.
Not the hardest* one of the scariest * it’s a relatively easy trail but the constant threat of making a fatal mistake is what makes it dangerous bc it attacks your psyche and ability to stay calm in high anxiety situations.
@Michael_Tran
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I agree...one just small mistake can means life and death here.
The one 1 mile of Scofield pass is hairier all of Black bear..
@Michael_Tran
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I've been seeing that trail alot...maybe next time when were in Colorado again. Thanks for the reference
The way you used the lift... at the begnin with the man face and hands on the bar up top very sketchy
@Michael_Tran
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Yea...it wasn't an ideal area to use it. But the place where we were at didn't give us the best level surface...we were extra cautious
Definitely the hardest trail......🤣
@Michael_Tran
Жыл бұрын
I should've said sketchiest haha
@thehammerwell
Жыл бұрын
@@Michael_Tran thats fair!
a crosstrek and renegade did it kzread.info/dash/bejne/iniYp8aCqd2vo6w.html
Black Bear is not the hardest trail in Colorado by a long shot. I've done Black Bear 18 times.