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Executive Interview with Jeep Brand Engineering

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 03:17:12 +0000

The Jeep brand recently sat down with Jim Repp from Jeep Brand Engineering to discuss his views on the new Pentastar V-6 engine, the future of the Quadratrac & Selec-Terrain 4×4 systems, and opportunities for those interested in working for Chrysler. Read more ...

Catsailing with ‘Ol Rubi

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 01:47:40 +0000

One summer day in 2002, a friend invited my wife and me to go sailing on her little Sunfish. The power of the wind and water was exhilarating, and we were hooked. Pitting our skills against nature and the technical aspects of a sailboat drew us into catamarans which are the ultimate adventure in small boat sailing. Read more ...

Outfitting Your Jeep Vehicle 101: Snorkels

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:37:47 +0000

Installing a snorkel on your Jeep vehicle can provide a number of benefits while traveling off-highway including better breathing for your air intake system and protection from high water crossings. Read more ...

Ouachita Jeep Jamboree

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:57:28 +0000

With the camper loaded and our Wrangler (Rubi) in tow, Alan, Scout (our Labrador retriever), and I headed for Hot Springs, Arkansas and the Ouachita Jeep Jamboree. A short seven hours later, we pulled into the Superlift ORV Park in Hot Springs. Read more ...

A Gathering of Okies

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:24:07 +0000

Rock climbing in Oklahoma? Normally, when someone thinks of Oklahoma, they think of a flat and dry landscape with tumbleweedsrolling across the prairie. But this could not be further from the truth. Local adventurers know that southwest Oklahoma hosts some of the best rock climbing in the Midwest and a local favorite is Baldy Point…also known to local climbers as Quartz Mountain. Read more ...

Mountain Khakis for your Outdoor Adventures

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 18:59:25 +0000

Mountain Khakis is an outdoor clothing line based out of Jackson, Wyoming. They offer several styles of clothing including pants, shirts, and hoodies, both for men, women, and kids. But their primary focus is the pants including a classic original, cottonwood cords (for women), alpine utility pant, and several other styles. I had the opportunity to try out the cords, the capris, and the original khakis over a period of several months and during many outdoor adventures. Read more ...

Wham! Bam! Lessons in Colorado’s High Country

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 03:37:41 +0000

I heard Jackie yell “ROCK!” but it wasn’t the “Rock!” that you would normally hear while climbing. This was a voice of panic and fear,and yelled at the top of her lungs…repeatedly. I looked up and watched a 500 pound boulder heading straight for my head at extremely high speed. This wouldn’t be the worst part of my day. Read more ...

Magellan’s GPS Toughcase for iPhone & iPod Touch

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 05:29:21 +0000

The ToughCase is a new product from Magellan and features a heavy duty water and shock proof case for the iPhone or iPod Touch. Some of the interesting additional features include enhancement to the GPS accuracy and an increase in the battery life of the unit. Read more ...

Road to Near Heaven

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 03:17:44 +0000

The road to the top of Mt. Antero in Colorado, which reaches a height of 14,276’, offers an amazing opportunity for any stock 4×4 Jeep vehicle. The road is rough and long (7.5 miles to the top), but the reward of views and scenery are well worth the effort. Read more ...

Slipping Away Into the San Juans

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:48:24 +0000

The mighty San Juan mountain range sits in the southwest corner of Colorado. If you’re looking for entertainment of the outdoor variety, this is the place to go. Read more ...

Campfire in a Can – Gas Can

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 03:36:47 +0000

Have you ever gone on a camping excursion only to find that local rules and regulations prohibit an open fire? Read more ...

Road Trip Colorado

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:57:06 +0000

You would think with gas prices being what they are that road trips would become a thing of the past. Not so! Remember, you may not regret the trip you took, but you’re sure to regret the trip you didn’t take. Read more ...

Rock Climbing in Oklahoma’s Wichita Range

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 17:49:40 +0000

When people think of Oklahoma, they think of flat boring plains with tumbleweeds blowing across long straight highways. Nothing could be further from the truth. Read more ...

Back Roads & Arching Vistas

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:51:27 +0000

Southeastern Utah is a gift for us all. The area has every thing an adventurer could ask for: Hiking, climbing, canyoneering, kayaking, mountain biking, and Jeep roads. The varied terrain includes snow-capped mountains, deep canyons, cedar forests, arid deserts, and miles of bedrock. Read more ...

Climbing the Chimney in Colorado’s San Juans

Alan & Jackie Ellis — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:14:49 +0000

In the northwest San Juan Mountains, near the little town of Ridgeway, Colorado, resides a lonely tower. Chimney Rock (also sometimes called Chimney Peak) sits among great peaks and formations such as Courthouse Mountain, Precipice Peak, and the spires of Cimarron Ridge. Read more ...