Conversations with Big Rich

This is a fun one, Rob Bonney, OG rockcrawler from Arizona.  He’s a trail breaker on those big waterfalls you’ll find there and goes back to the early, early days.  Find out some strategies the best spotters use, and call him for your resto work – on Anything – you want to build.

3:17 – never doubt the determination of a 14 year old with a new to him truck

5:16 – Learning from the best of the best

6:44 – Who’s the king of the bump?

10:46 – Something to be said for having the most fun

14:24 – That was Hot!

25:01 – What impacts how trails change the most 

36:36 – respecting the judges, but listen to the strategies as well

45:31 – If it makes sense, we’re NOT doing it

52:32 – tell me about rear-steer 

Rob Bonney Fabrication, Peoria, Arizona   www.robbonneyfab.com 

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Like so many things this year, Easter Jeep Safari was canceled, but it was one of the first things off the list for off-roaders.  We caught up with George Schultz, a member of the Red Rock Four Wheelers to talk, not only about EJS, but also about trail building in Moab.  As a second-generation wheeler in Moab and part of the founding families, it’s a little bit different perspective.  Come take a listen, there is some great insight here.

3:46 – the formation of the Red Rock Four Wheelers

6:45 – Easter Jeep Safari, the early years

11:08 – Slick Rock bike trail was for Motor”bikes”

13:26 – Did you know Potato Salad Hill was part of Hell’s Revenge??

17:17 – digging holes…

21:58 – lesson for today, never trust your older brother

25:57 – trail ratings and how they change

30:34 – the lesson taught by “built or bought”

35:04 – flying through an arch 

40:04 – we should all, maybe, follow the rules for wheeling we share with others

51:28 – where do you wheel now?

The record books are going to have an ** next to 2020 as we continue to work through the off-road cancellations.  In all the years, EJS has never been canceled and only one trail has been.  2021 needs to be a banner year for our industry to keep everyone and everything afloat.  Start prepping now!

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Like so many things this year, Easter Jeep Safari was canceled, but it was one of the first things off the list for off-roaders.  We caught up with George Schultz, a member of the Red Rock Four Wheelers to talk, not only about EJS, but also about trail building in Moab.  As a second-generation wheeler in Moab and part of the founding families, it’s a little bit different perspective.  Come take a listen, there is some great insight here.

3:46 – the formation of the Red Rock Four Wheelers

6:45 – Easter Jeep Safari, the early years

11:08 – Slick Rock bike trail was for Motor”bikes”

13:26 – Did you know Potato Salad Hill was part of Hell’s Revenge??

17:17 – digging holes…

21:58 – lesson for today, never trust your older brother

25:57 – trail ratings and how they change

30:34 – the lesson taught by “built or bought”

35:04 – flying through an arch 

40:04 – we should all, maybe, follow the rules for wheeling we share with others

51:28 – where do you wheel now?

The record books are going to have an ** next to 2020 as we continue to work through the off-road cancellations.  In all the years, EJS has never been canceled and only one trail has been.  2021 needs to be a banner year for our industry to keep everyone and everything afloat.  Start prepping now!

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Larry McCrae joins us from St George, Utah – his retirement home, to talk about rock crawling in the early days, Poison Spyder, his battle with throat cancer and what he’s up to now.  And no, retirement isn’t really on the list.  Check out https://www.zionjeeptours.com/ next time you’re in Southern Utah, that’s Larry’s latest endeavor that keeps him connected to Jeeps.

3:52 – everybody mods a Datsun pickup, right?

7:07 –the back story to Larry’s first Wrangler.

10:33 – meeting John Bondurant on the trails

17:40 – the impact of John nelson on the professionalism of the sport

23:49 – race advice from Rob McCachran

29:10 – When opportunities present themselves, the start of Poison Spyder for Larry

35:30 – the definition of “lightening in a bottle”

37:50 – what precipitated the sale of Poison Spyder to Transamerica

41:01 – shocked by the diagnosis 

48:40 – “Get off the course!” – racing KOH

57:14 – what’s next after three years of retirement – how fast it all happens

Catching up with Larry was a lot of fun, it’s fascinating to hear the rest of the stories that we all know just a little bit about.  

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Larry McCrae joins us from St George, Utah – his retirement home, to talk about rock crawling in the early days, Poison Spyder, his battle with throat cancer and what he’s up to now.  And no, retirement isn’t really on the list.  Check out https://www.zionjeeptours.com/ next time you’re in Southern Utah, that’s Larry’s latest endeavor that keeps him connected to Jeeps.

3:52 – everybody mods a Datsun pickup, right?

7:07 –the back story to Larry’s first Wrangler.

10:33 – meeting John Bondurant on the trails

17:40 – the impact of John nelson on the professionalism of the sport

23:49 – race advice from Rob McCachran

29:10 – When opportunities present themselves, the start of Poison Spyder for Larry

35:30 – the definition of “lightening in a bottle”

37:50 – what precipitated the sale of Poison Spyder to Transamerica

41:01 – shocked by the diagnosis 

48:40 – “Get off the course!” – racing KOH

57:14 – what’s next after three years of retirement – how fast it all happens

Catching up with Larry was a lot of fun, it’s fascinating to hear the rest of the stories that we all know just a little bit about.  

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Bruce Shallis is a stand-up guy, partner in both Rausch Creek and Burning Rock Off-Road Parks, Lacrosse Coach, rockcrawler, and East Coast defender.  Bruce gives some insight to what it takes to fill all those roles.  Join us for another Conversation with Big Rich on your favorite podcast channel.  Be sure to Subscribe so you’re reminded every Thursday when a new episode drops.

2:45 – It’s always the wife’s fault

4:39 – Credit where credit is due.

8:08 – Define “Modified”

14:17 – Property is easy, red tape is the tough part

19:36 – Sometimes the things you’re forced to do end up being the best choice, who knew?

25:07 – How creative do you gotta be to pass tech some times?

39:47 – Here’s where my competitive career started

44:48 – What’s next for Rausch Creek?

50:42 – You’re all invited – July 25-26 – old-school reunion at WE Rock, come down Saturday night 

52:33 – That’s NOT east coast!

Conversations with Big Rich is all about the history, catching up with the folks who are the foundation of rock crawling.  Bruce Shallis continues to fit that description.  We appreciate you, Bruce!

We want to thank our sponsors, Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Bruce Shallis is a stand-up guy, partner in both Rausch Creek and Burning Rock Off-Road Parks, Lacrosse Coach, rockcrawler, and East Coast defender.  Bruce gives some insight to what it takes to fill all those roles.  Join us for another Conversation with Big Rich on your favorite podcast channel.  Be sure to Subscribe so you’re reminded every Thursday when a new episode drops.

2:45 – It’s always the wife’s fault

4:39 – Credit where credit is due.

8:08 – Define “Modified”

14:17 – Property is easy, red tape is the tough part

19:36 – Sometimes the things you’re forced to do end up being the best choice, who knew?

25:07 – How creative do you gotta be to pass tech some times?

39:47 – Here’s where my competitive career started

44:48 – What’s next for Rausch Creek?

50:42 – You’re all invited – July 25-26 – old-school reunion at WE Rock, come down Saturday night 

52:33 – That’s NOT east coast!

Conversations with Big Rich is all about the history, catching up with the folks who are the foundation of rock crawling.  Bruce Shallis continues to fit that description.  We appreciate you, Bruce!

We want to thank our sponsors, Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Jeff Mello is not just a rockcrawler, hear him tell his story, with some laughs along the way.  If you can get through it with out laughing, you deserve a prize.  Jeff shares some great stories and his philosophies on the four eras of Jeeps and which one we’re in now.  

4:20 – I don’t think Jeff really “remembers” this trip…

7:12  – The perfect second date, guys, don’t hand your girl the keys unless you mean it.

11:07 – “We would play, who can go furthest in two-wheel drive?”

14:32 – Spend $2200, make $40K – I’ll take that deal all day long

20:50 – how to keep up with all the different rule books, CalRocs, ProRock and UROC

25:07 – How creative do you gotta be to pass tech some times?

28.52 – You lied to me…

45:28 – the best co-dawg ever!  Keep listening, you’ll be laughing outloud (sorry Jason!)

56:34 – The Budget Rental
 
1:07:51 – The evolution of Jeeps – the four eras

It’s always so good to catch up with old friends, you’ve heard of Jeff Mello, get to know him better here.  Truly an original, and an OG as well.  Great Stories!

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Jeff Mello is not just a rockcrawler, hear him tell his story, with some laughs along the way.  If you can get through it with out laughing, you deserve a prize.  Jeff shares some great stories and his philosophies on the four eras of Jeeps and which one we’re in now.  

4:20 – I don’t think Jeff really “remembers” this trip…

7:12  – The perfect second date, guys, don’t hand your girl the keys unless you mean it.

11:07 – “We would play, who can go furthest in two-wheel drive?”

14:32 – Spend $2200, make $40K – I’ll take that deal all day long

20:50 – how to keep up with all the different rule books, CalRocs, ProRock and UROC

25:07 – How creative do you gotta be to pass tech some times?

28.52 – You lied to me…

45:28 – the best co-dawg ever!  Keep listening, you’ll be laughing outloud (sorry Jason!)

56:34 – The Budget Rental
 
1:07:51 – The evolution of Jeeps – the four eras

It’s always so good to catch up with old friends, you’ve heard of Jeff Mello, get to know him better here.  Truly an original, and an OG as well.  Great Stories!

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

From Paragon to Badlands, Kyle Knosp shares his philosophies on life and business, with some rockcrawling and some crazy stories thrown in. Attica, Indiana is the place to visit if you want it all.

4:52 – The start of the off-road obsession

9:59  – The REAL difference between East and West off-roading

14:45 – The best part about rockcrawling – it’s always family

19:41 – Count your blessings

30:45 – how Kyle really ended up at the Badlands in Indiana

35:51 – The many parts of being a leader

47:08 –Taking the family to Glamis, oh, what a ride…

55:56 – Kyle goes on a roll…old time rockcrawling stories 

If you haven’t been to Attica in a while, it’s time to go back.  Kyle has created a first-class facility with all the amenities.  Lots of terrain challenges, and if you time it right, you might be able to avoid the mud.  Check out. https://badlandsoffroad.com/ for all your offroading needs.

We want to thank our sponsors Maxxis Tires and 4Low Magazine.

www.maxxis.com

www.4lowmagazine.com 

Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.