JD and the crew are back to catch-up with show regulars Bryan (Beatrice JKU), Nathan (Mudhorn Gladiator) Calvin Pulda of SRG Offroad, Joe the Mechanic, and Fran Adler from Fran’s JL Adventures. The crew swaps SEMA takeaways, winter wheeling plans, and East-vs-West trail talk—from Moab and Sand Hollow to AOAA and the Ben Franklin Range—sprinkled with real-world fixes like driveshaft choices, lighting that actually helps at night, and what to pack before the snow runs. Fran adds a front-row perspective and Joe brings the wrench-turner reality check, while the gang keeps it grounded with trail etiquette and access reminders. If you’re mapping EJS prep or plotting a cold-weather shakedown, this one’s equal parts trip planning, gear wisdom, and shop-floor honesty.

📍Trails and Destinations

• Moab, Utah

• Sand Hollow State Park, Utah

• Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area (AOAA), Pennsylvania

• Ben Franklin Range, Pennsylvania

🛠️ Gear and Tools

• JKS Manufacturing (referenced for JL/JT fitment talk)

🚙 Community Shoutouts

• Bryan: Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox

• JD: MeAndMyYellowJK

• Nathan the unpaid intern aka MudhornGladiator

• Fran Adler: Fran’s JL Adventures

• Calvin: SRG Offroad

🌎 Advocacy & Conservation

• Stay the Trail

• BlueRibbon Coalition

• Utah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA)

📰 News Topics

• SEMA trip recaps and takeaways (general discussion)

• EJS prep chatter and shop talk (general discussion)

📅 Events and Resources

• Easter Jeep Safari (EJS)

• AOAA – Park Info & Events

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