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In recent years, I have found that even more than teaching people the art and science of 4wd, I enjoy teaching people to teach other people the art and science of 4wd. It is so gratifying to help people stretch their comfort zone, and observe how differently we each learn.

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In recent years, I have found that even more than teaching people the art and science of 4wd, I enjoy teaching people to teach other people the art and science of 4wd. It is so gratifying to help people stretch their comfort zone, and observe how differently we each learn.

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Why I Chose the Jeep 4xe, Not the 392
Community, News, Rebelle Rally, Vehicles and Mods
Why I Chose the Jeep 4xe, Not the 392
Community, News, Rebelle Rally, Vehicles and Mods

In 2021, Jeep gave me the choice of any vehicle I wanted to compete in the Rebelle Rally. Everyone assumed I would choose the venerable Hemi V8-powered Wrangler 392.

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Gladiator Comparison
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Gladiator Comparison
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After months of waiting for my ordered Jeep Gladiator Launch Edition, I was dying to throw on a few "Barlow" modifications and hit the trail, and I needed to answer one question: How does the Gladiator measure up...

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The Secret to Good Trail Teamwork
4wd Training, News
The Secret to Good Trail Teamwork
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When Ken Brubaker of Four Wheeler magazine asked me to guide the first Overland Adventure, one of my concerns was how to bring together a group that was going to be far more diverse...

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The Value of Old Jeeps
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The Value of Old Jeeps
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Ask any Jeep owner what the best Jeep ever made is, and the usual answer is the model they own. Some of us are lucky enough to own more than one...

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The Pressure: Where Should You Run Your Tires?
4wd Training, Vehicles and Mods, Moab, Trips, News
The Pressure: Where Should You Run Your Tires?
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You all know by now that airing down your tires is one of the simplest ways to improve the trail performance and ride quality of your Jeep. The big question is always: To what pressure should I air down...

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How To: Moab For First-Timers
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How To: Moab For First-Timers
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Moab. You hear the name whispered in reverence throughout the Jeep world. If you are planning a wheeling trip Moab for the first time, there are some things you should know...

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How to Prepare Your Rig for the Rubicon Trail
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How to Prepare Your Rig for the Rubicon Trail
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Rock rash, mechanical failures and body damage can and do happen on this trail and any driver intent on bringing their own rig should be aware of the risks...

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Rubicon Trips FAQ
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Rubicon Trips FAQ
Rubicon, Trails, Trips, News

Even though the Rubicon Trail is one of the most difficult trails in the US – novices will do just fine...

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What Should I Bring on a Rubicon Trip?
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What Should I Bring on a Rubicon Trip?
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Space is limited in a Jeep so we encourage our guests to pack light, fitting all of your personal gear in one sturdy duffle bag if at all possible...

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How To Survive The Rubicon Trail Your First Time
4wd Training, Rubicon, Trails, Trips, News
How To Survive The Rubicon Trail Your First Time
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Mention the name “Rubicon Trail” in any four-wheeling forum and you are bound to hear some boasting, unsolicited advice, and tales of “back in my day…

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Barlow Adventures owner, Nena Barlow grew up in the Southwest, exploring the back roads by Jeep, horse, and hiking boots. She has been in the Jeep business since 1996, providing tours, 4wd instruction, location scouting, offroad event planning, trail mapping & photography, and recovery. Nena is a certified Master Trainer by the International 4wd Trainer Association and has logged thousands of hours in the backcountry behind the wheel of a Jeep, with additional off-road experience in Hummers, Unimogs, Fords, Toyotas, and Nissans. She says, “The most important things about four-wheeling are to let the vehicle do the work—don’t overdrive it; and never take any trail for granted—go slow, pay attention, and never be ashamed to turn around and go home.”