Snail Trail 4x4 Offroad Podcast

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Mark Aussie4x4 uses his 4x4 to get into the outdoors with his disease Caller 2: Nick from Montana calls in about the "Not" tourniquet C-A-T tourniquet: https://amzn.to/3TJhGRC SOF Tactical Tourniquet: https://amzn.to/4094VUr Caller 3: Nick from Montana calls back to talk about trail ratings Caller 4: Reid, our local stripper, adds to the confusion of trail ratings Call...

Tyler and Jimmy discuss their required projects on their rigs before TLCA Rubition. Tyler still needs to weld on his sliders, and Jimmy has some finishing touches on the Power Steering of Bobcat. With other exciting news, we spoke to Ben from BRC about the Public Land Sell Off and if this is really going to happen. The answer will shock you. Intro Take the Survey from RTF: https://www.rubicontrail...

Every off-road trip has its dangers, but if you follow some basic safety tips, then there is a much higher likelihood that you will not get hurt. In this episode, the Snailboys talk about 15 essential off-road safety tips from seat belts to fire extinguishers. Take the Survey from RTF: https://www.rubicontrailfoundation.org/survey/ If you want to get involved with the RTF work day to lay your hand...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Florida Frank calls in to call Jimmy short. Caller 2: Zac from OKC says no oil means broken rover Caller 3: Rover Don tells 559 Tony that he accepts the apologies Caller 4: Uncle Weirdo asks a few questions about wheeling SxS Caller 5: Uncle Weirdo adds to the Trail Ratings Topics CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call a...

It's taken two years, but SnailTrail4x4 has finally got a winner for the Yokohama Tires, massive thanks to everyone who left a review. The SnailBoys also talk about their fathers Day events and what they are doing to get ready for Rubition. Jimmy has a lot of Power Steering work ahead of him. Take the Survey from RTF: https://www.rubicontrailfoundation.org/survey/ If you want to get involved with...

In this round of Would You Rather, Tyler asks Jimmy the questions. Most of the questions are leftovers from Brian, but there were a few additional questions from the listeners. Thanks for writing in. There were definitely some reasons questions and some that the SnailBoys had to discuss. It was another fun session. Take the Survey from RTF: https://www.rubicontrailfoundation.org/survey/ If you wan...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Zac from OKC says the Highlander is not canceled Caller 2: Frank says he is not Florida Frank, he is Bee Frank Caller 3: Nathan from Pittsburgh calls to say he likes the TRUKD Bed Racks Caller 4: Zac from OKC updates us on his truck Caller 5: Zac from OKC asks about Bradly V's Wheels Caller 6: Cody the Albino Sandsquarl calls in to say Jeeps Suck Caller 7: Richard from...

In this weekly update, Tyler talks about the work that he is putting into Kermit the 4Runner, with working on the rock sliders. Jimmy went camping this last weekend and used the teardrop trailer for the first time. He talks about his experience and some much-needed upgrades for the trail. Overall, his family was very happy. Take the Survey from RTF: https://www.rubicontrailfoundation.org/survey/ I...

One of the loyal listeners, Brian Moffat (@moffat.brian_moffat), sent in some wonderful Would You Rather questions that Jimmy got to ask Tyler. There were a lot of topics, from what was harder to some funny topics. Thanks, Brian, for writing in and giving the SnailBoys some good laughs. There were so many questions that they might do this next week with Tyler asking Jimmy If you want to get involv...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Nick Gladiator on 29's talks about all the money to fix our roads Caller 2 and 3: Ryan Marley says Jimmy is cursed Caller 4: Lee from Solve Function updates us about Lenos Law Caller 5: Kevin from TX tells everyone how EV's work in TX CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call and say whatever you like! Ask a question, leave...

Jimmy talks about his solution to his mouse infestation and all the work that went into Samantha's steering arms. All while Tyler gives us updates on the Bronco, the AC on Kermit, and a small update on the Starlink Mini If you want to get involved with the RTF work day to lay your hands on Hower's Hole, please reach out to Alan.johnson@rubicontrailfoundation.org so that they can get a head count a...

John Arenz and Ken Hower are joining the Snailboys this week to discuss everything Rubicon. Its the start of a new wheeling season, the snow is melting, and everyone is itching to get out onto the Rubicon and John and Ken give us their tips and tricks about the Rubicon Trail. They talk about three different types of people who go to the Rubicon, and really focus on the bucket list person. They tel...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: 559 Tony/Arron calls to tell us we meet up down at the Marlin Crawler Remembered Caller 2: 559 Tony called back to say Rovers Suck Caller 4: Brian called in to tell us he is also going to the TrailHero Expedition Caller 5: Wreck It Rob tells the boys congratulations on 600 episodes Caller 6: 559 Tony called back to apologize to all Rover owners Caller 7: 559 Tony calle...

Tyler and Jimmy talk about their Memorial Day weekends, and they couldn't have been more different. Jimmy went to Donner Lake with his family, parents, and brother's family. They all spent the weekend relaxing and playing puzzles. While tyler did try and relax but he had issues with Kermit as he was wheeling around and seam to have forgotten a lot of his camping gear. If you want to get involved w...

Ben Burr from Blue Ribbon Coalition joins Tyler and Jimmy this week to talk about his trip to Washington DC. He also brought us up to speed on all the lame duck land grabs that happened since we last spoke with him. Blue Ribbon Coalition is an important organization that supports our public lands. You should be supporting them. Follow BRC: Instagram, Facebook, Website Want to win some Tires? Our f...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Kelly with the Scrambler, tell everyone about SB712 Caller 2 and 3: Justin from Chico talks about all the vehicles Tyler was looking at Truck Show Podcast: https://truckshowpodcast.com/ Caller 4: Chris Ultra4Escort says the driver's experience should be included in the trail ratings Caller 5: Tom ClinkinBeedrdsStrong says thanks for giving him the confidence to start h...

Jimmy got to play with a new 2025 Toyota Tundra. He added a TRUKD bed rack to the truck because the owner wants to have a Roof Top Tent. All while Tyler drove down to Fresno and almost had the new Lexus kill him on the drive. Excited to hear his experience driving the new SUV.If you want to get involved with the RTF work day to lay your hands on Hower's Hole, please reach out to Alan.johnson@rubic...

Building suspensions since 1953, Dobinsons Suspension has been one of the major players in the game, but not always in the USA. This massive company is Australian-based and has only recently made the push into the States. We spoke to Ben Dobinson about why they are building kits for the US and how the US differs from the Australian market. If you want to get involved with the RTF work day to lay y...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Richard from Atlanta asks what happened to High Sierra 4x4 Follow along with Greg Bakken: Instagram Caller 2: Richard from Atlanta asked us about our podcast gear Caller 3: Zac from OKC tell everyone about Turnicates Caller 4: Ken from WY says he had issues crossing private land CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call and...

Jimmy talks very briefly about what he has done for Samantha and what to her projects he has to do for the family. But, Tyler has a massive story of the new family vehicle he bought for the family. Well... Technically, it's the Secretaries, but we will still talk about it.. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are donating a set of tires for the 750 Apple Podcast reviews giveaway winner...

Jimmy and Tyler talk about ongoing and upcoming news. From the national attention-getting Leno's Law (Senate Bill 712). The bill that aims to exempt classic cars from California's smog check requirements. To the interesting discussion of should electric vehicles should pay road use tax. Learn More about Leno's Law (Bill 712): https://www.courthousenews.com/lenos-law-kicks-into-high-gear-at-califor...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Toyota Don talks about all the Rover Builds Caller 2: Zac from OKC says thanks to Beer Craig Caller 3: Nick Gladiator on 22's tells Tyler congrats for going camping Caller 4: Brian from the Bay simply says carry all tools Caller 5: Zac from OKC says his P0420 code is gone Caller 6: Alex from Botches off-road says Clifford has a TTB CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!!...

Tyler and Jimmy went to the Toyota Powered Meetup over the weekend, but Tyler was stuck working the MORRFlate Booth. Jimmy signed up to bring one of the RTI ramps to the event, and that meant he was stuck there for the entire time. He had a blast wandering around and networking, and talking to some old friends. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are donating a set of tires for the 750...

Ian Johnson is a well-known face in the off-road world, with a long history of building insane rigs and teaching others how to do the same. He got his start hosting Xtreme 4x4 and now runs his own show, Build for Off Road, where he brings custom builds to life from his personal shop, Big Tire Garage. With decades of experience and a passion for fabrication, Ian’s one of the go-to guys when it come...

This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Justin from TX, give us a tip about QR Codes in the bathroom Caller 2: No Name, tell everyone about who makes what cars and about their sister companies Caller 3: Nick from MT lets everyone know about Starlink for Emergancy Caller 4: Nick called again to talk about two-way communication Caller 5: Nathan from Pitsberg says he is going to Trail Heros X Caller 6: Florida...