Will we make it over Engineer Pass on Opening Day?
Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары
Engineer Pass is a high Mountain Colorado Pass for stock 4WD vehicles. We do it on Opening day under sketchy conditions with walls of snow as well as falling snow.
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00:00 Top vs Bottom of Engineer Pass
00:25 Engineer Pass Info
01:18 Bear Hunt
02:55 Alpine Loop info
03:42 Conditions worsen
04:21 2021 Engineer Pass footage
05:03 In the Moderate Section
06:04 Shelf Road
06:55 Snow starting to build up
08:16 How's the view at the overlook
09:24 Engineer Pass Summit
10:17 Dewie finally realizes he screwed up
11:08 Promise kept
11:29 The machines that plowed the way
About Us:
Colorado Mallcrawlers is a channel that aims to show incredible off-road trails and our adventures to get through them with stock or your not so typical off-road vehicles. I mean almost all the other overland youtubers are rocking a built Jeep gladiator which is awesome, but I want to do the same trails in my Mom's Jeep Liberty KJ or my stock Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. If that sounds like a fun watch, we'd love to have you as a subscriber!
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Dewie, you don’t have to be so apologetic all the time. You put out good quality videos, despite poor conditions that are out of your control. Most of us can only wheel on the weekends, and we are forced to take the weather we are given. So, this experience is true to life. Keep up the good work.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate it!
Your footage is awesome and exciting with the snow. It's bad ___. Nothing to apologize over. Makes me wantto go to Colorado and 4 wheel! Think of how rare, how privileged to be able to be there in such a unique place.
@coloradomallcrawlers
9 ай бұрын
I love this place… come and see it for yourself!
My son, grandson and I were there in June 2023. Snow was deep in some areas. Love you video, reminded me of our trip. We did Engineer Pass and Cinnamon Pass. Beautiful country. Thanks for the memories.
@coloradomallcrawlers
9 ай бұрын
Awesome! Sounds like you had a great time and thanks for watching!
Don't beat yourself up. I was there last year and that snow was a whole new experience for me. That was epic.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate it!
What a amazing place. I did engineer pass few years back but I start the trail from ouray. I camp there around 8000 feet and my wife and I we get in a big storm, and exactly like you, no visibility and tons of snow. We love the trail and hopefully we will back there soon. Nice video, and will see you in the next one.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
THANKS DEWIE !!!!! One of MY favorite passes ... The Alpine loop is just INCREDIBLE...
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
I hope to make a awesome one on the alpine loop!
I went in July last year. Late July is the perfect time to go...
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
Going a week from today🎉. Thanks as always for sharing!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
I did Cinnamon Pass from Lake City just after it opened back in May of 2023. It was so newly opened they hadn't change the sign where you get on the road to Cinnamon Pass in Lake City! The walls of snow were incredible back when we did it and there was still knee deep snow drifts in Animas Forks! I was bummed we couldn't do Engineer Pass at the time but it was nice to live vicariously thorough your video.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
That sounds like an amazing time!
Fantastic video, Dewie! Can’t wait for you to return and also do the Alpine Loop!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
I think it’ll be fun… just gotta get the time off now.
Greqt video man, bear was very cool, and yeah, lots of snow lol.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Lol, yeah, I want to get a close up of one in the future ha.
I hope ya bring that Liberty out again. Was really cool seeing a lesser appreciated Jeep getting some love.
@coloradomallcrawlers
11 ай бұрын
It’s still in the shop, but it’ll be my main filming vehicle. I did just buy a less capable vehicle that’s here in GJ tho. I’ll start filming with that once I can get back to GJ to pick it up.
@Levi_shep
11 ай бұрын
@@coloradomallcrawlers awesome! I look forward to seeing your future videos!!!
Awesome video. Your a blessed man for having that offroad playground to drive too. I own a jeep Patriot which is good enough for most offroad trails here in SE TN. One day i will own a Wrangler!!!
@coloradomallcrawlers
11 ай бұрын
Thank you! Patriots are pretty cool, but I understand wanting a wrangler! Your day with one will come soon I’m sure!
You have the best trail guide videos on KZread, hands down. You deserve many many times the amount of subscribers you have. Hopefully your channel explodes in the near future.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
I truly appreciate that! Thank you! It’d be awesome to have more subs and views, but I try not to think of that and instead focus on making these better videos.
You got some great shots Dewie! 👍 The video was perfect. Not too long, not too short. And show what Engineer Pass looks like on opening day.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Appreciate it so much!
Neat video, I agree that sometimes challenging weather makes for an exciting time, and it was funny to have a "shout out" to Florida, it's a different type of world but has value. It's beautiful and challenging in its own way! Looking forward to the next one.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being here!
Soo cool! Sad about the trail not being done yet, but still pretty cool to see it so early season!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I wasn’t sure what to expect!
I'd love that experience! Awesome, thanks!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
It was fun for sure!
Nice job Dewie! Safety is always first, specially when you travel alone. Can't wait for the next one.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
So sorry I missed the live premier. Great video and narration. I'll be in Ouray starting July 16th and hoping more trails open up. Love your channel Dewie!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thank buddy! I think you’ll be in good shape on the 16th!
Great video! Love seeing the weather. You do really cool edits with the maps and trail trace overlays. Keep up the amazing work.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I loved it in Indiana Jones videos when I was younger and thought it’d be useful to include in a trail guide.
Dewey, thanks for the videos, I always enjoy your work it gets to the point 👏
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
Awesome video, thank you.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Lovin it!!
Another great video, I can't wait to visit Colorado and hit some trails.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! You’ll have so much fun!
Filmed on my bday homie! I need to head that way before it’s closed
@coloradomallcrawlers
10 ай бұрын
Awesome! You definitely should!
We made it over on June 28th. It was just freshly cleard.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Very cool!
Cool video - those are some big snow drifts up there!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
Great video
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
You guys are awesome! Love reading your messages… I’ll respond individually once I have service again. Got to find camp now!
darn the luck, I was out there in Colorado Springs visiting when you made this run. I even had the bronco with me.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
I bet springs was fun tho!
@rodhester2166
Жыл бұрын
@@coloradomallcrawlers It rained nearly ever day.. lol. Took my dad to moab for a few days to show him around, early in the morning the temps were good but later in the day it was Hot.
I like videos like this. Most vids on YT are rockcrawling or deep mud that most people wouldn't be able to do. No need to apologize becaue of the weather, it's out of your control.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
You fit a pretty cool channel man keep it up. Im in colorado also, so... It's cool to see what's around me! Thank u for doing it.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Will do!
I'm actually surprised to learn they plow those passes. I would have guessed for sure they just waited for them to melt!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
It’s pretty wild for sure!
Cool Video! We will arrive in Ouray on the 16th. Just curious where that water crossing is near the end of the video? I don't remember seeing that last time I was out there.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
It’s that one in the mining area I showed while raining on the way up (with the note I’ll do it next time I’m there). You won’t miss it… that shot with the mining note will take you to it.
GET SOME!!!!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Lol yeah!
Going to Lake City in the fall!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah!
Definitely not Mall Crawling, the name needs a refresh. Good content
@coloradomallcrawlers
8 ай бұрын
The name is funny… we’ve been called mallcrawlers simply due to us wheeling stock or suv based vehicles. We are gonna stick with it, but thanks!
I will be up there the week of the 17th of July would love to meet you with my mostly stock 4runner
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
That’d be awesome… but unfortunately my work is tossing me all around and I’m now in Denver (we’ll Idaho springs right now). My goal is to get back to GJ, but since I’ve been promoted to locomotive engineer, I’ve lost all the seniority I had as a railroad conductor. I’m at the bottom of the barrel right now meaning I’m at the mercy of my employer again. Have a great time!
@ericcovington6870
Жыл бұрын
@@coloradomallcrawlers well if for some reason you make it to the Alpine loop area let me know and congratulations on your promotion
Headed there from Ohio in my 80 series in a few days.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Have a blast!
As I'm watching the vid and you're driving through places that were clearly under a lot of snow, I was asking myself who the eff is plowing this road during the winter?😂
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Lol, I know!
More awesome videos, thank you. Just curious, did you do the wet nasty sections in 4 hi with rear locker engaged? no issues? i have a stock 2023 JLUR and id like to be able to use "3 wheel drive" when i can off road. Thanks Dewie
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
I did not use lockers on engineer in 2021 or for this video. I traditionally use lockers in 4wheel low for especially tricky obstacles (like on mount Blanca or holy cross). Lockers aren’t needed for trails like this… I had no slippage.
Real world video is good.
@coloradomallcrawlers
10 ай бұрын
That’s what we aim for!
I'll be there tomorrow! Looking for people to wheel with I'm in a 2dr Wrangler Rubicon on 33s
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Have a great time!
Dewie! I have a 2021 Chevy Trailboss (currently still stock). Would love to learn from you and help provide content if you want addition vehicles to support your trail videos. Let me know!
@coloradomallcrawlers
11 ай бұрын
That’d be cool to film… right now, everything is done through my personal facebook page. Don’t have a better method.
Great video despite the clouds train driver. How did you get a jeep in UP yellow?
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Lol, it’s Baja yellow or hella yella. It’s offered often. Dozer (my JK’s color) was a rare color altho nacho was very similar. I missed ordering nacho. This yellow is similar to what I consider my first Jeep, a 2000 TJ sport in solar yellow.
@blcdad
Жыл бұрын
@@coloradomallcrawlers Still got my son's photo? How about posting it on his Memorial Page on a trail or train if you can get around to it.?
You ever going to finish the KJ? Started watching because my kid has a KK. He does trails in PA with his.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Of course! How am I going to do the alpine loop with it if I don’t? It’s in the shop still… my dad is trying to get an eta.
@gamersgrubs2952
Жыл бұрын
@coloradomallcrawlers i heard in vid...should have watched before commenting.
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
It’s all good… I just want it back! Did buy a new old Jeep against my better judgement yesterday. It’s not as cool as the liberty, but it’s sentimental to me so I’m excited for it.
what day is the opening day for future reference?
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
It varies every year. The day after this was shot was this year’s opening day.
Looks really cool with that weather. Does this road require 4L all the time or can you use 4H for a big chunk of it?
@coloradomallcrawlers
11 ай бұрын
It depends. 4 high should be alright, but it’s at high elevation so your engine may struggle without the low gearing. I guess it is hard to say for sure, probably just depends on your vehicle… if it’s a trail rated AWD or 4 High only vehicle, you should be ok. Good luck!
@allana6692
11 ай бұрын
@@coloradomallcrawlers Oh I have a 2 door wrangler with the 2.0 L turbo. Hard to see how steep it is with just a camera angle. I have never done any high altitude trails in Colorado yet. Hopefully one day soon!
@coloradomallcrawlers
11 ай бұрын
You’ll be fine. I’d use low if you’re having to give it excessive throttle. If it’s a non rubicon, command trac 4wd low is perfect for this trail.
I Was planning on heading up to fairplay / Leadville area for July 4th weekend. Any trails I should do while Im there?
@travneal23
Жыл бұрын
Mosquito Pass
@mikegallagher2732
Жыл бұрын
@@travneal23 I SECOND THAT !!!!
@coloradomallcrawlers
Жыл бұрын
Mosquito is good and it should be open by then! Have fun!
And 1st comment!! 🎉
Go to work. 😅
@coloradomallcrawlers
11 ай бұрын
I’m trying… they assigned us to a turn instead of first in, first out 🙄😂
Im the 1st like. 🎉😅
@nazgul_renegade and I did this in a rainstorm that blew in. I can only imagine how much more fun in the snow this would be.
@coloradomallcrawlers
11 ай бұрын
I bet that was fun tho! Yeah, rain & snow definitely makes things more exciting!