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Registrace 24. 01. 2012
Source to Sea: GX460 Overland Vehicle Interior Tour
Thinking about building an overland rig? I give a tour of my Lexus GX460 and talk through a few of the interior modifications I’ve made to create my perfect adventuremobile. #ColumbiaPartner #Ad @ColumbiaSportswear @Gearjunkie
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Columbia Sea to Source: Camp Cooking w/ Chef Rashad
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What's your go-to dish to cook at camp? Chef and Camp Yoshi founder, Rashad Frazier, takes me through a few staples for a culinary experience at the campground. And yes, his tofu donuts taste great! #ColumbiaPartner #AD @ColumbiaSportswear @Gearjunkie
Columbia Sea to Source: Landroamer Shoes
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We take a quick pit stop as our buddy, Ryan, gives us a close-up look at Columbia’s Landroamer footwear lineup - Explorer, Scout, and Camper - as part of their entrance into overland travel gear to help unlock the outdoors for all. #ColumbiaPartner #AD @ColumbiaSportswear @Gearjunkie
Surfing The World's Largest Artificial Deepwater Standing Wave
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I got an early entry, before the location opened on May 1 2021, to surf this amazing CityWave feature. For all the details on my experience be sure to check out the story I wrote for GearJunkie. Cheers... gearjunkie.com/boats-water/surfing/lake-chelan-citywave-surfing
First Look: 2020 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Rebel
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A quick walk around of the 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel with new third-generation EcoDiesel power plant. Lots of info and some driving impressions included.
FIRST LOOK: EE GX 460 Rear End
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A quick look at the rear of the 2013 Lexus GX 460, as I purchased the vehicle. What should I do to upgrade and refine this off road/overland machine?
FIRST DRIVE: 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trail Boss
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FIRST DRIVE: 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trail Boss
SEMA 2015: The Exploring Elements Experience
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SEMA 2015: The Exploring Elements Experience
Toyota Ever-Better Expedition: Land Cruiser Heritage Museum
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Toyota Ever-Better Expedition: Land Cruiser Heritage Museum
Toyota Ever-Better Expedition: Bonneville Salt Flats
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Toyota Ever-Better Expedition: Bonneville Salt Flats
"Dream A Little Dream Of Me" by: Sarah Blessington
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"Dream A Little Dream Of Me" by: Sarah Blessington
Offroad Fun in WA: Headed to WA Overland Rally
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Offroad Fun in WA: Headed to WA Overland Rally
Mojave Rd: An American Desert Sportsmobile Adventure
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Mojave Rd: An American Desert Sportsmobile Adventure
First 5 Move Combo in Competition: Stephen Wright TMG '12
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First 5 Move Combo in Competition: Stephen Wright TMG '12
Is the landroamer scout water proof?
No, but I've worn them a lot in the rain and wet conditions and they do pretty well at keeping water out.
@ExploringElements gotcha thanks for the response. These look nice. I'll look into them
@@DirtydogMech I wear them much more than I thought I would. Only thing I did was add a good insole, because the one that comes with them have no arch support and little cushion.
How has it been over time?
Pretty flawless! It's still my daily, and big trip machine. Oil change every 5k miles with full synthetic and feed it premium fuel and it just keeps going without issue.
Any idea how much one of these costs?
Millions, but not sure exactly. Just reach out to CityWave through their website. They have them all over the globe. The real expense is operating costs though, especially electricity for the pumps and water heaters.
@@ExploringElements thank you appreciate it. I’ll do that.
How much it costs time?
Currently $40 per 45min session, on included in the waterpark price for some sessions in the summer.
He looks like Teddy McDonald 😂 ( Snowfall )
How much power does it require ?
I don't remember specifics, but a LOT! The reason it is at this location, and the biggest in the world, is because of the insanely inexpensive power from the local dams.
And... there is no sharks
I want to try that so bad
Such a chill video, thx an bigups from germany! One question: You showed how to get into the Wave from the switch position/ side. Unfortunately you only showed the end of getting in switch. How does the whole process work, i cant find nothing on the internet on how to get in switch and i would love to see/know how it works. Thx! :)
Thanks for the kind words. Not sure exactly what you mean, but; you can get in on either side of the pool/wave, and stand which ever way you'd like on the board. You just use the wall as support and then find your balance on the board, then let go and surf it up. Or, you can just jump onto the board and surf, but that is above my current skill level.
@@ExploringElements Thx for the quick reply, really appreciate it:) What i mean is the scene in your video @2:46. Not quite shure how to balance the board while im still outside of the water. Im also a regular surfer and so far only got into a standing wave from the other side (facing the water) where i can easily sit on the wall with the board under my feet while its already in the water. But i guess ill just have to try and it will work out :D
@@elgonzo16 yep, you pretty much set the board on the water and hold it down with your feet as you put your weight on the wall, standing vs sitting. Best of luck! Soooo fun.
Hi! Do you happen to recall the dimensions of the bed/ dinette set up? Thanks!
54”x75”. All details can be found here: www.exploringelements.com/vehicles/eexp/
@@ExploringElements thanks so much! I am building my own camper and this camper has been a big inspiration, thanks for the detailed write up.
see ya soon
Miami needs one asap!!!!!!
(opens wallet)
Looks great! I have a 2011 and getting ready to purchase this bumper. Do you feel like it sticks out too far forward? I know it does on the 2014+ models, but not sure about the 2010-2013. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanks
Kooks
It'll be #2 soon; #1 is opening up on Oahu, called The Line Up, on March 25, 2023.
Very nice. how much does an investment like this cost? I want to do one in Brazil. Success, congratulations, to you.
He is German. Local surfer from Munich Eisbach's ( the guy crushing it I mean)
Looks so fun. Is there a way to create a standing barrel style wave?? That would be even more sick.
Lookup barrel flowrider
Dude just shoot some surfing. We don’t need your commentary
Any chance we could see this with actual surfers.
You didn't see the guy at 4:30 ?
It's just not the same without the sharks.....maybe it's just me.
Looks perfect
Not 1% of sun ☀️ there
Say it like this: Sheh-lan It's not a hard Ch sound.
Do you ever land on the foam bottoms like a surf rider? Or is it deep enough that when you fall it’s only into water?
Water is moving very fast, so it's pretty hard to hit the hard structure that makes the wave itself. For sure you can and do hit the bottom behind the wave as the current washes you up onto the shallower ground.
@@ExploringElements thanks. Appreciate the response!
Hire a camera person and get out of your own shots. You're killing the vibe. thnx.
What lol? He went to the place and made the video. He's making the vibe, there would've been no vibe to kill if he didn't.
Where is this pls tell me
Chelan, Washington, USA www.lakesidesurf.com/surf
chelan, Washington state
3:55 "- I don't have to wait for waves all the time-" "nick's drowning" "this ain't about him"
🤣
lmao
Just a couple of comments. One is: just remember that when the 1998.5 thru 2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Cummins came out it had 235 HP and 460 lb/ft torque they towed horse trailers and backhoes with them. Lastly, I can appreciate the no option for that ridiculous start/stop feature. Thank you RAM. Great video 👍🏻
so cool
Chilean not chillian :) lol
OMG I want it 🤲🤲🤲🤲🤲
Joh
Honest review of the wave from someone who lives in Chelan county but has surfed for over 17 years all across the USA, Central America, PR; until they change how they schedule the sessions its a pass and a waste of money for anyone that legitimately surfs. They basically keep the wave at its lowest or near lowest flow because there is always one beginner in every session (plenty of people walk up during the day and sign their kids up, Slidewaters is very busy in the Summer its in a tourist area, and it was a Tuesday) so at that level of 75-80% its basically a glorified flowrider. Because there are beginners always they 'have to keep it at its lowest flow so levels of all experience can enjoy' and they wont make it bigger. The wave has to be at 100% flow if you want to surf it on a shortboard. It is impossible though to guess or luck into a session where there wont be a beginner thus you wont ever get to ride it at the proper size needed and shown in the video above. I was on a 5'7" and that was too big for the lower flow, you have to be on a tiny potato chip twin if you want to do anything when its small, dont bother with a thruster either. At that point though its just boring hot dog surfing and you'll seriously be laughing because between the rich lake kids who can afford season passes and tiny wave cornball surfing happening it feels like youre watching Rick at the Arizona wave pool in the movie North Shore. If they eventually change it to offer different skill level sessions, it could be worth it then, until then you're better off saving the money spent on travel to go actually surfing.
What kind of boards would I be looking for to ride this kind of wave? Could you be a little detailed so I can look for him online? Thanks!
Great question, without a great answer. The key to this kind of wave is that nearly any mid-length to short board will work. It all depends on your skills and style. They offer some soft boards, and soon some composite short boards, to use while there. I'd suggest trying a few and watching others that ride there. I was on a wake surf style super short and thin board, which was fun but not as fast as the beach break style short board the wave engineer was riding in this video. My suggestion is that there is a TON to learn on any style board on this amazing wave, so just go and enjoy and find your style before buying anything.
@@ExploringElements Sounds good! Thank you!!
@@chrispeterson6630 Oh boy dont listen to what he says please. All that is just sizzle with no steak. Heres an answer for you: Find out what your average board volume is, there are calculators available online. Once you figure that out you can make your board any length, width, thickness as long as it falls within those volume parameters. To take it one step further, go look up big shapers and see what their small wave shortboards are shaped like. Most of them have flatter rocker, single to no concave, twin/quad setup, fatter nose, etc. Also the boards they have at the wave pool are crap; foam rails with soft, small twin fins, really poor response meant more for durability.
@@s13shaka I will do my research Thanks for the advice!!
As a surfer that looks really fun ngl.
Can it fit a kayak?
Yes a kayak would work on the wave. The issue is the hole and shallowness behind it. The bigger issue, and why they won't allow kayaks, is that the paddle and the kayak would mess up the foam on the edges and bottom of the wave.
Looks good. Is your hitch still the full factory hitch ?
Sadly the hitch is just bolted onto this aftermarket bumper with two bolts. I wouldn't trust it for anything but a bike rack. It is something I still need to fix, left over issue from the previous owner.
"Off-road" lol . That's cute .
Identical to mine, I love this truck, lots of torque and it’s fast
Looking good!!!!
Down2mob
Phil at @down2mob bought this rig from me, as I was the original builder. Phil sold it a few months back and I understand it is now on the east coast I believe.
@@ExploringElements yep
Looking nice like the color but it's more expensive then Ford. BUT RAM should concentrate more on reliability.
What is the ground clearance with this bumper vs the stock?
The 3" lift is the main increase in ground clearance. This bumper for sure improves the departure angle quite a bit over stock, and is much higher right behind the rear wheels, which is important when going over rocks and obstacles.
Looks awesome. I’m thinking of going with the same thing. How does it impact your view on your back up camera?
For sure narrows the rearview camera view, but the camera is still useful for trailering and parallel parking.
Love that silver.
Don’t forget this is the fire addition do you must have a fire extinguisher 🧯 so when they catch on fire you could put the fire 🔥 out
This engine upgrade will pay for itself with those mpgs.
这到底是2020款的哪个版本?好喜欢这款柴油版及相关配置,上市了吗?价格如何?!对不起,我不会英语……!