Trip Planning

Alright, 5280 Offroad Tribe - leaf-peeping season in Colorado is kicking into high gear, and the high country is lighting up with golds, reds, and ambers. We’re right at the start of peak color above 10,000 feet, which means the next two weeks are prime time for chasing fall magic before wind, weather, and early snow start stripping the branches.

Alright, 5280 Offroad Tribe! If you thought summer in Colorado was peak beauty, just wait. As September rolls in, our mountains undergo a transformation that's nothing short of spectacular. We're talking about that golden hour, stretched across entire valleys, where the aspens ignite in a fiery blaze of yellow, orange, and red. And let's be honest, there's no better way to experience this natural masterpiece than from the driver's seat of your 4x4, deep in the backcountry.

Part 5: Trail execution separates legendary expeditions from disasters. Morning routines, trail discipline & problem-solving systems that turn preparation into hero stories when Murphy's Law strikes at 12,000 feet. Born at elevation. Forged in mud. Grit is earned through execution.

Most off-roaders think expensive gear saves trips. Wrong. Basic gear + knowledge are vital when it comes to wheeling in remote areas. Part 4: Learn what gear actually works vs. what just empties your wallet. Grit is earned through competence, not credit cards.

Route planning separates legendary expeditions from expensive rescue operations. Strategic planning that accounts for reality, not dreams. Part 3: Route Planning That Prevents Disasters drops Thursday. Grit is earned through preparation. #5280Offroad

Published by 5280 Offroad | Reading Time: 5 minutes Born at elevation. Forged in mud. Grit is earned. IN THE ZONE: NOT TOO BIG, NOT TOO...

YOUR RIG'S EXTENDED TRIP PHYSICAL Published by 5280 Offroad | Reading Time: 5 minutes Born at elevation. Forged in mud. Grit is earned....

Extended off-road adventures aren't just longer day trips—they're complex expeditions requiring systematic preparation. This 5-part series reveals everything I've learned from guiding Colorado backcountry expeditions for over a decade. Grit is earned through competence, not luck.