Author: Kerry Garrison

Kerry is the creator and host of the TrailTraveler YouTube Channel. He and his wife, Kateryna, create all of the content and do all of the videos on the channel.
Camping/Overlanding

AXLE BROKE! Our San Rafael Swell Adventure ends badly

Kerry Garrison,

Our epic San Rafael Swell adventure took an unexpected and expensive turn! 🤯 We were having an incredible time exploring the rugged beauty of the Swell, but the trails had other plans for our Jeep Gladiator. In this video, you’ll see exactly how we pushed our rig to its limits and, unfortunately, ended up breaking the front axle.

Watch as we diagnose the problem, strategize our recovery, and attempt to get our disabled Gladiator out of the wilderness. This wasn’t the ending we planned, but it’s a raw look at the realities of off-roading when things go wrong.

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Camping/Overlanding

Conquering San Rafael Swell: Devil’s Racetrack & Epic Trails in Our Jeep Gladiator

Kerry Garrison,

Welcome back to the San Rafael Swell! After an incredible start to our trip, we’re diving deeper into this remote and rugged landscape. This video features some seriously epic off-roading as we guide our trusty Jeep Gladiator through four challenging and scenic trails:

Devil’s Racetrack: Known for its thrilling climbs and descents!

Coal Wash: A classic desert wash with unique geology.

Eva Conover: Offering incredible views and technical sections.

Eagle Canyon: With its famous arch and stunning natural beauty.

Watch as we navigate rocky terrain, sandy washes, and steep climbs, showcasing the capabilities of the Jeep Gladiator and the stunning scenery of the Swell. If you love off-roading, beautiful landscapes, and a good adventure, this video is for you!

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Product Reviews

DON’T BUY A BOUGERV FRIDGE Until You Watch This! (Our Honest Review of the Rocky 40 & CRD2)

Kerry Garrison,

Considering a 12V fridge for your camping, overlanding, or van life adventures? You’ve probably come across BougeRV. In this video, we’re giving you our completely unfiltered, honest product review of two popular BougeRV models: the BougeRV Rocky 40 and the BougeRV CRD2.

If you’re thinking about purchasing ANY fridge from BougeRV, you NEED to watch this video. Our experience with these fridges did not go as smoothly as we had expected, and we want to share the realities, both good and bad, to help you make an informed decision.

We’ll cover:

– Our initial impressions of both the Rocky 40 and CRD2.

– In-depth performance analysis: How well do they cool? What’s the power consumption like?

– The unexpected issues and challenges we faced with each unit.

– Our final verdict: Are these BougeRV fridges worth your hard-earned money?

Don’t make a costly mistake! Hit that play button and find out what we learned the hard way about the BougeRV Rocky 40 and CRD2.

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Off-Roading

San Rafael Swell – Hitting Difficult Trails – Stove Gulch & Neversweat Canyon!

Kerry Garrison,

Join us for an unforgettable off-road journey deep into the remote San Rafael Swell! What started as an epic exploration of Utah’s stunning desert landscapes quickly turned into a test of skill and nerve. We tackled some seriously tricky trails, including the notorious Stove Gulch and the intensely challenging Neversweat Canyon.

Watch as we navigate treacherous rocky ascents, steep descents, and narrow washes, pushing our rigs (and ourselves!) to their limits. Did we make it through unscathed, or did the Swell throw us some curveballs we weren’t expecting?

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