Camping Our Way to Overland Expo in Colorado

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  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
  • In this video we head out of San Diego on our way to the first Overland Expo Mountain West in Loveland, Colorado. It's been over a years since there was and Overland Expo, so we were all really looking forward to the event. We decided to make a trip of it and camped along the way. Once at the event we took a close up look of the expedition vehicles, full and standard sized overland rigs, trailers, roof top tents, campers and lot so new camping products. In this video we take you along for the adventure and see what Expo has to offer.
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Komentáře • 320

  • @FreedomWarrior2000
    @FreedomWarrior2000 Před 3 lety +19

    Brad, so happy to see Regina out with you in that amazing landscape! Quality time. Warms my heart.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety +5

      We are so happy to be able to do more of these adventures together.

  • @Colorado4x4
    @Colorado4x4 Před 3 lety +47

    $19,000 for a roof top tent with a fan. Am I the only one who thinks that is insane? Great video Brad 👍🏻

    • @9929kingfish
      @9929kingfish Před 3 lety +3

      I’d rather put that money into my rig and go with something more reasonably priced.

    • @josephpaul6791
      @josephpaul6791 Před 3 lety +4

      i think he misspoke $1900.00 im thinking

    • @Colorado4x4
      @Colorado4x4 Před 3 lety +1

      @@josephpaul6791 🤣🤣🤣

    • @rangerdoc1029
      @rangerdoc1029 Před 3 lety +3

      My entire rig, including the truck, didn't cost that much.

    • @michaellarson2506
      @michaellarson2506 Před 3 lety +3

      @@josephpaul6791 the Redtail tent is $19 thousand, and some go up to $30 thousand for a roof top tent, crazy expensive

  • @MojaveCopy
    @MojaveCopy Před 3 lety +55

    So, has Regina retired and has more time to be away? Whatever the case, it’s super cool to see the both of you out there campin and exploring. Couples camping!

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety +104

      She has sort of retired, but yes, she's going to be joining me a lot more in the future, which I am so excited for.

    • @regenakowitz
      @regenakowitz Před 3 lety +14

      I’ve resigned from my dream job as a civil servant to pursue a new dream! 😁

  • @sonnicman
    @sonnicman Před 3 lety +7

    Brad, I’m thrilled to see Regina on the channel, and happy to hear she’s be transitioning into semi retirement.
    I love the way Josh has incorporated red lights on his tailgate. It’s a nice way of having some light to work from, yet not harsh enough to be overpowering or blinding at night.

  • @jgtaylor2201
    @jgtaylor2201 Před 3 lety +13

    When I switched from a percolator to a French press on camping/overlanding trips it really made me ask myself why I took so long to make the change. It also really improved my wife’s perception of overlanding.

    • @rangerdoc1029
      @rangerdoc1029 Před 3 lety

      Aeropress. I have one in my camping kit. All the benefits of a French press with zero cleanup. You just pop the spent puck into the trash.

  • @ajyoussef2927
    @ajyoussef2927 Před 3 lety +8

    This was my first overland expo. I traveled there from Dallas because I wanted to see all the products I've been seeing online in person and figure out what works for me. I've had the pleasure of stopping by your set-up and saying hi to you and Regina. That was one of the highlights for me so thank you

  • @millsda2
    @millsda2 Před 3 lety +28

    First off, love that Regina is traveling more with you. What an inspiring example of love.
    Secondly, of all the great technology Josh has, did he not have an aftermarket code reader on hand? I would definitely recommend folks to get one so you can be more self sufficient. Glad it was nothing too serious.

  • @denisebrown6089
    @denisebrown6089 Před 3 lety +2

    So glad to see you Regina enjoying your retirement with your husband Brad...I'm looking forward to all these wonderful destinations you have planned...Looks like I'll finally get to see the Great USA in a very special way...Stay safe...have fun...love your new chapter in life...HUGS...

  • @mikeandshelliesoverlanding

    Another reason to keep watching! You always take us to all the new places that some of us have never gotten to visit and we thank you.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před rokem

      Hopefully you'll get to go to some of these places one day!

  • @jackiejoe8930
    @jackiejoe8930 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks for taking us along. It so cool that you are looking for the everyday things that we can use. Plus it's always good to see Regina.

  • @paulstone4804
    @paulstone4804 Před 3 lety +3

    Regina is a gem !!! So glad you are traveling together and making videos with her in them. Thanks for the videos ! Off to the new webpage .

  • @andysams6690
    @andysams6690 Před 3 lety +2

    You and Regina reflect us! My wife is now going out with me RVing (Not over landing, yet.) and hitting the off-road trails. We did Poison Spider and Hells Revenge and with the exception of a few gasps she’s loving it. 😃 Happy guy! 😎

  • @67wildwolf
    @67wildwolf Před 3 lety +2

    Nice too see Regina along with you again. It looks like she's getting into it. And the Expo looked like a lot of fun. It's so good to see things opening up.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety

      It was great to have here along and 100% agree, so nice to be able to attend an event like this again.

  • @brunnie
    @brunnie Před 3 lety +1

    Glad to see you made it to this side of the state. Thanks for the tour of the Expo, and great to see Regina in front of the camera as well. Until next time..... you and Regina Travel Safe.

  • @jasont7814
    @jasont7814 Před 3 lety +2

    You always find the best spots Brad, we appreciate the videos. Thank you.

  • @martinshea6967
    @martinshea6967 Před 3 lety +1

    I agree with the rest. MORE Regina! I can see her inspire so many people like my fiancé as much as you have inspired me. Thanks for sharing.

  • @rubberhead3520
    @rubberhead3520 Před 3 lety +3

    It will get larger, Loveland is a great spot to have an event like this along with The Ranch. You can't beat it.

  • @randomthoughts1001
    @randomthoughts1001 Před 3 lety

    I've never liked red on any vehicle. The red on that Wrangler just looks so good in every setting . 😍

  • @tacoma_jon
    @tacoma_jon Před 3 lety +14

    I swear I heard “what kind of booze and vehicles are going to be there” 😂😂
    Thanks for another awesome video Brad

  • @HappyCarReviews
    @HappyCarReviews Před 3 lety +4

    I'm becoming addicted to your videos and your life style. When I grow up, I want to be like you mr. Brad, just have to get myself an overland rig and a wife. 😅

  • @livingworkingoutsidebox
    @livingworkingoutsidebox Před 3 lety +1

    Great show the rigs people build are cool to see different interpretations and what works for them.
    Just in the short time we decided to move forward with our overlander box van conversion camper build we have looked at more of the smaller gear trying to sort out the must haves, needs, wants, and dream land haves. 😀

  • @carlosiespinozab
    @carlosiespinozab Před 3 lety +1

    So happy to see Regina happy and laughing joining you! Cheers from Colombia!

  • @squatch2461
    @squatch2461 Před 3 lety +1

    Glad you've retired the percolator. Life's too short to drink bad coffee when you have a choice.
    That carbon fiber hard side roof top tent was very cool. Here's hoping a more affordable version comes to market.

  • @chanthechinook7830
    @chanthechinook7830 Před 3 lety

    I was lucky to be able to work at the Jackary booth at the Flagstaff Overland Expo 2019. We stayed 5 days free.
    It was the 1st time I ever saw a Sherp! And I got to test drive a Cake e-motorcycle. Within 6mo I bought a Sur Ron X e-bike. 5200 watts of power, 45mph. Amazing bike! Love that expo!

  • @wardperozuk2782
    @wardperozuk2782 Před 3 lety +1

    We used some inflatable Kayak’s this summer. Pleasant surprise at how well they were made! Thanks for the video.

  • @makoventure6159
    @makoventure6159 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks so much for featuring us, you made Mako look look amazing! It was great meeting you, happy trails! 😄

  • @JesseHires
    @JesseHires Před 2 lety

    It was fun catching a glimpse of people and vendors I know personally.

  • @wvlongshooter3912
    @wvlongshooter3912 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you ! Awesome content and video ! I always look forward to receiving your video’s. It’s so cool how your son and wife go on these outings with you from time to time. I enjoy the walk arounds, so many folks have inspiring ideas that I try to incorporate into my rig. So cool !!

  • @wanderingwinterfields
    @wanderingwinterfields Před 3 lety +4

    I have a Four Wheel Camper but I’d trade it for the crusty classic in the thumbnail! Excited to see your Expo journey.

  • @zacbell5190
    @zacbell5190 Před 3 lety +1

    Go Regina! Woot woot... You're an overlander now. Pretty soon we'll be seeing your yellow jk all outfitted and Brad barely keeping up ha ha ha.

  • @ktjl7479
    @ktjl7479 Před 3 lety +1

    Sooo pumped for the new Recon website. I am excited to see what you have. This is long overdue and I hope it's a huge success.

  • @thecapt6183
    @thecapt6183 Před 3 lety +3

    That blue taco and puppy in the background were me and my wife's! Nice little surprise while watching the expos post videos. Great vibe from your videos, little subscribe button hit!

  • @gearlist
    @gearlist Před 3 lety +2

    Amazing! Now I’m getting the itch to make a trip 😎

  • @shelbykay226
    @shelbykay226 Před 2 lety

    I drove all the way from south Missouri for this expo. It was my first solo camping trip ever and my first time driving over 3 hours(it was an 11 hour trip one way) and I would do it all over again tomorrow if I could. It was an amazing experience that opened a new passion for me and I can’t wait. I was parked right across that white XJ

  • @legomyyoda8454
    @legomyyoda8454 Před 3 lety +2

    Today's video didn't disappoint. Unfortunately for me after discovering your channel last week I have binged watched all of your episodes. 👍

  • @masonstruckadventure9368
    @masonstruckadventure9368 Před 3 lety +1

    Your videos are top notch. I'm so impressed on the variety of setups for the outdoor adventure. Thanks again

  • @aaronlclubb
    @aaronlclubb Před 3 lety +1

    Really enjoy the videos with you and your wife. Hoping it will inspire my wife to join me!

  • @VitalGear775
    @VitalGear775 Před 3 lety +15

    I think the biggest downside to the whole overland market is the prices. It feels like the market has made the switch from what's simple, effective, and well engineered to who has the fanciest gadgets that offer the most comfort. Again to me, it's about great gear that works and allows for longer trips and not what gadgets/tech you have. Its gear not toys. It seems like there's more costly toys than great gear these days.

  • @kr639
    @kr639 Před 3 lety +2

    I would highly highly recommend that you get a Solo Stove. With all of these beautiful trips you should always be able to have a real wood fire 🔥.

    • @scottmacdonald1877
      @scottmacdonald1877 Před 3 lety +3

      The fire restrictions are getting so tight in California National forests. A propane fire pit is one of the only options if there is high fire danger. Always check online to see the current fire alert/restrictions before you go,

  • @andrewrichey7374
    @andrewrichey7374 Před 2 lety

    Wow appreciate you sharing, just setting up back of my 01 Silverado Z 71, this has given me some great ideas I’ll be following for more happy camping keep it safe

  • @jeromewhitmill733
    @jeromewhitmill733 Před 3 lety

    So cool to people out enjoying outside

  • @scottrowan9347
    @scottrowan9347 Před 3 lety +1

    Lots of cool stuff at the expo. The camper shown at 13:26 is by ROC Trailers

  • @HolyFuzzyM.G
    @HolyFuzzyM.G Před 2 lety

    The french press is awesome an makes coffee taste yummy!!🇨🇦

  • @WisdomInTheWoods
    @WisdomInTheWoods Před 3 lety +1

    How cool to bring your wife and her needs!

  • @chkwgn460
    @chkwgn460 Před 2 lety

    Cool video. My wife and I want to attend one of these next year.
    We bought the Coleman stainless French press for our trips. It's nice cause it can sit right on the fire to heat the water. Down side, usually have to make 2 or 3 batches but it's all good. Awesome Regena is traveling with you. I love the time my wife and I spend traveling.

  • @TYZR4ME
    @TYZR4ME Před 3 lety

    Super cool spot Brad!!! Glad to see you and your Wife Regina doing more traveling together..... Looks like the overland expo in Co was a good show, can't wait for the show in Fort Tuthill. Hope to see you and Marco there. Awesome Video as always Brad!!!

  • @G19amc
    @G19amc Před 3 lety +1

    Just fell on your site since I am trying hot talk the misses into off road camping. Oh ya. We worked together at some time when you was a Senior and I was a Chief. Can’t remember where… I am better with faces than name and places.

    • @G19amc
      @G19amc Před 3 lety

      I figured it out DOC.... BHR

  • @510_jk5
    @510_jk5 Před 3 lety +1

    I’ve been using that Stanley press for years, it’s so legit! Best way to make bean juice! As always, amazing videos!

  • @marcvandenbergh1851
    @marcvandenbergh1851 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing this amazing video.👍

  • @omni7phaty
    @omni7phaty Před 3 lety +2

    And Regina exercised the wife prerogative! Got to love it!

  • @magnithejeep1865
    @magnithejeep1865 Před 3 lety +2

    Josh sure seems to be a camp chef!!!

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety +1

      He and Regena made some great meals this trip!

  • @goodfellowoffroad6253
    @goodfellowoffroad6253 Před 3 lety

    I was born and raised in Loveland! Enjoy my hometown!!

  • @ejsvegas5724
    @ejsvegas5724 Před 3 lety +11

    Brad: I'm looking for something small
    Shows us a $19k roof top tent. Brad, I think we have a little different definition of what is small. LOL

  • @silvere36
    @silvere36 Před 2 lety

    Great! Hope to make Expo West in Flagstaff in a couple of weeks.

  • @tomgardner6294
    @tomgardner6294 Před 3 lety

    Looks amazing, so much to see

  • @gnsukmaofficial
    @gnsukmaofficial Před 3 lety

    Nice👍
    Success is always

  • @JustinKingOffroad
    @JustinKingOffroad Před 3 lety

    welcome to my home town!! I was in buena vista with friends during this (just bad timing lol) but glad you liked it here!

  • @IndependenceOverland
    @IndependenceOverland Před 3 lety +2

    Hey, you cut my Conqueror out of the shot at the 3 minute mark! Expo was awesome, I think I’ve made a last minute decision to go to West as well. Too much cool stuff to see. Cool video bud.

  • @brucestephenson5962
    @brucestephenson5962 Před 3 lety

    We recently got the Stanley French press. Great product. We love it.

  • @bosse641
    @bosse641 Před 3 lety

    Miss Marco and his camp cooking. ....hope he is doing well.
    Would love to attend the Expo.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety

      Marco is doing great, but family and work have been a bit of a priority recently.

  • @boyuanbo
    @boyuanbo Před 3 lety

    What a wonderful life! How hope i can join your trip!

  • @jeffsloudpipes8995
    @jeffsloudpipes8995 Před 3 lety +1

    Love the videos Brad. Keep killing it.

  • @hereto246
    @hereto246 Před 3 lety

    I was there on Saturday. Sorry I missed you. This expo was only 30 minutes from home. Great event. Like you, I was looking for more small items. Hope it’s back in Loveland next year.

  • @GrablifeCO
    @GrablifeCO Před 3 lety

    Great meeting you guys at the Expo.

  • @jayesh5131
    @jayesh5131 Před 3 lety +1

    @9:02 That's Arkansas Offroad's Tacoma😍

  • @solosaga5091
    @solosaga5091 Před 3 lety

    Looks like the weather was great. That's always a crap shoot, since the event is planned so far in advance.
    Thanks for looking at the smaller items. All the other tours I've watched so far concentrated on the bigger "wow" items and rigs.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety +1

      It was in the mid 90's during the day, a bit hot to walk around. I wish there had been more smaller new innovative items to showcase.... hopefully at Expo West in Flagstaff we can find some.

  • @brlove00
    @brlove00 Před 3 lety

    So close to our place, we are in Eagle! Can’t wait to go to that Expo next year!

  • @westleygladden7919
    @westleygladden7919 Před 2 lety

    Darn, my friend and I were planning on attending but plans changed. Definitely got to go next year!

  • @scottmacdonald1877
    @scottmacdonald1877 Před 3 lety

    Going on a trip myself in a couple of weeks. Right now all the National Forests in California are closed due to extreme fire danger so its going to have to be out of state. I just ordered one of those propane fire pits. You mentioned ADV bikes. This is how I really started with overlanding. I owned and rode ADV bikes for years, still have one. But as you get older, falling off gets exponentially harder...

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety

      Ya, bummer about the CA forests, hopefully we get some rain soon. Safe travels on your upcoming trip!

  • @adventureswithchan5159

    I went to high school in Loveland at Mountain View High! Hope you enjoy:)

  • @haughtyelf
    @haughtyelf Před 3 lety

    I was at Expo on Saturday. It was my first time, I thought it was great. Hoping to make West next year.

  • @SchoonerDarrow
    @SchoonerDarrow Před 3 lety

    As always, fantastic informative videos!!!!! Love the new hat too, I need one…… I’m off to the new website!

  • @Approxie
    @Approxie Před 3 lety +1

    Been waiting to watch a new episode!

  • @stevetabor4447
    @stevetabor4447 Před 3 lety

    Awesome video gorgeous area, have to say you an Regina are the new ken an Barbie of over landing great looking couple, cool she has the time to get away enjoy an as always be safe 👍👍👍

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you! So thankful that she is going to be able to join me more often!

  • @Vanlife
    @Vanlife Před rokem

    Awesome thanks for sharing we will see you there would love to meet up!

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před rokem +1

      Unfortunately, we won't be there this year but hope you enjoy the Expo!

  • @MK-qg9vs
    @MK-qg9vs Před 3 lety

    @TrailRecon i can't believe i missed you. We were literally at every place but obviously different times. Would have been cool to send best wishes in-person. Saturday was hot @ 94°

  • @gilbertferguson1685
    @gilbertferguson1685 Před 2 lety

    New subscriber who is really enjoying your videos. Great content and excellent photography. Looking forward to receiving my Bronco so I can do some off roading. Well done.

  • @thomasgoodman9895
    @thomasgoodman9895 Před 3 lety

    2nd reman in my WJ blew up 10 days before my trip out there! Careful what you buy. Sorry I couldn't make it fellas.

  • @BirdPhish
    @BirdPhish Před 3 lety

    @ 7:35 is an Expedition 2.0 Off Grid Trailer...just like mine but with a gray wrap on the right ... :)

  • @rinorwr
    @rinorwr Před 3 lety

    I love the plug for Marcos cook book.

  • @flyhiproductions902
    @flyhiproductions902 Před 3 lety

    Loving all the camping videos lately, I’ve been mobbin around camping in my honda fit taking as many drone clips as possible 😂

  • @michealmcconnell7463
    @michealmcconnell7463 Před 3 lety

    Is great 1 stop shop sounds good

  • @nyt6o
    @nyt6o Před 3 lety

    Amazing adventure!

  • @lonesomevalley6134
    @lonesomevalley6134 Před 2 lety

    Amazing video, your editing is great and can't wait till you come back to AZ, and hope that next time you are joining Summit 4x4 for an adventure that I will be in there too!!!

  • @DavidArroyo78
    @DavidArroyo78 Před 2 lety

    I love your videos man!! Keep it up!

  • @piasprojects
    @piasprojects Před 3 lety +1

    Great to get to see what Overland West has to offer. Overlanding is definitely something I am building towards. It allows me to stay off road and camp and enjoy the great outdoors. Will you be making it to Overland East this year? Looking forward to your next video!

  • @abqcrutch
    @abqcrutch Před 3 lety

    That carbon fiber RTT is cool, if you're into RTTs. I watched a TFL video where they interviewed one of the owners. They can make that 19k price rise to almost 40k with all the extras. My great dane can't climb ladders so I use a ground tent.

  • @MR-rw4xp
    @MR-rw4xp Před 3 lety +1

    Venture4wd Jeep 8:58 🤙🏼🥳
    Did You See Chris?

  • @Rubi747HVY
    @Rubi747HVY Před 3 lety

    I thought you would be driving one of those giant rigs out of there. Great video.

  • @bootmender
    @bootmender Před 3 lety

    Awesome video! 👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👏👏👏😷

  • @Alex_556
    @Alex_556 Před 3 lety

    Speaking about portable coffee maker, try WACACO Nanopresso with Barista Kit!

  • @edwardsimmons3721
    @edwardsimmons3721 Před 3 lety

    The small items make trips more comfortable sometimes.

  • @BrandonBaecker
    @BrandonBaecker Před 3 lety

    Glad you got to enjoy more of Colorado. Bummed I didn't run into you guys at Expo, but you're a popular man anyway! Everyone must have wanted to talk to you. 😁 Also, I was surprised at how huge it was! Great first year in Colorado! I think they should do it in the Fall next time though. It was HOT! 😆 Plus our state is so beautiful in the Fall.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Před 3 lety +2

      We actually just chilled at the campsite most of the time, was kind of nice. I totally agree, I didn't expect the event to be that large, something tells me it will be even bigger if they do it again next year. Love Colorado!

  • @Karan-iy5mz
    @Karan-iy5mz Před 3 lety

    I hope I meet someone like you sir, who can teach me. Very nice vlog

  • @hughess005
    @hughess005 Před 3 lety

    That Chinook’s a sweet little rig!

  • @Stefoshark
    @Stefoshark Před 3 lety

    Hi friend love your video, make me smile to see my dream vehicle (6:39) now just need to win the lottery loll

  • @gilbertarnold8666
    @gilbertarnold8666 Před 3 lety

    Great video thank you!

  • @mudinmyeye2881
    @mudinmyeye2881 Před 3 lety

    Cool vlog

  • @zerokool-2058
    @zerokool-2058 Před 3 lety

    “Josh was having problems with the jeep”
    Me:: oooff lol

  • @jamescopeland5358
    @jamescopeland5358 Před 2 lety

    Good video