Better late than never,
Last year i attempted the Escalator on Hells Revenge in Moab without success. Chris was my spotter and after failing we both agreed that my wheelbase was just a little to narrow to get up there. We adhered by the three strike rule even though the group I was with was OK with more tries, I took the strap.
Fast forward to this year. After a snow run I compared my air gauge to three other ones, mine was of by 7 pounds
. So last year when I thought I was running 9 pounds of pressure I was actually at 16
, no wonder I had no bulge.............get your mind out the gutter
So this year Chris was with us again on Hells Revenge and I was coaxed into trying the Escalator one more time, people love to see carnage
Well I asked Chris for a spot and he agreed, we discussed a line we thought would work and where he should stand, lost him last year when I did my wheel stands
Chris had me lined up in no time and I set up the truck to be running Low Low 1st gear and locked frt/rr. With everything set and Chris in place we started up the first section, no problem. After one adjustment back and forth Chris had me lined up where we thought I would have my best chance of making it up. A big wheel stand for the crowd and a little more gas and I was on top
With great spotting from Chris and a capable truck I achieved another obstacle on my list. Thanks for your great communication and spotting skills Chris, now what is next on the list
If your rig is capable of making it up or over an obstacle and you trust Chris, I do, you will make it. We all know rock crawling can be a game if inches, place your tire a few inches to the left or right makes a world of difference. Chris has the experience and most importantly the communication skills to get you and your rig up or over an obstacle.
Thanks again Chris and hope to see you on the trails soon