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The Trailhead an Offroad Show

The Trailhead an Offroad Show

By: JD Marshall & The Trailhead Network
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 Host JD Marshall brings you The Trailhead, the podcast where everyday wheelers, weekend warriors, and die-hard off-roaders come together to share stories, tackle tough topics, and celebrate the wild world of wheeling. From epic trail tales and gear talk to land use issues and community spotlights, JD and his rotating crew of guests bring real conversations from the dirt. Whether you're wrenching in the garage or out on the trail, this is your spot to connect with off-roaders from every corner, to laugh, and remember to stay the trail.JD Marshall & The Trailhead Network
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  • His Tires Self-Destructed On The Trail : Unfiltered #109

    His Tires Self-Destructed On The Trail : Unfiltered #109
    Jul 17 2025

    What do you get when you combine a busted fan, self-destructing tires, and a 3.8-liter engine with an attitude? This week’s episode of The Trailhead is an off-road update show you don’t want to miss. JD hosts the ultimate Jeep roundtable with Bryan (@beatrice_jku), Nathan (@mudhorn_gladiator), Ryan from Off-Road Campfire, and Calvin & Jennifer from SRG Offroad. Nathan recaps his muddy misadventures at the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival and explains why renting a side-by-side in Alaska beats towing his Gladiator cross-country. Ryan shares the latest from his JK ownership saga, podcasting detours, and why his tires are falling apart one lug at a time. Bryan updates us from the desert heat of Phoenix and gives an inside look at RPM Steering’s shop move, while Calvin and Jennifer have all the sarcastic comments for the tire damage, desert runs, and tire patch debates at 110°.

    From tire disasters and JL steering box woes to portal axle dreams and JK vs. everything arguments, it’s equal parts wheeling wisdom and Trailhead-grade roasting. Whether you're a diehard Jeeper or just curious about what it takes to keep these rigs rolling, this episode is full of laughs, insight, and off-road chaos.


    📍 Trails and Destinations

    • Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival

    • Sand Hollow State Park

    • Windrock Park


    🛠️ Gear and Tools

    • Apex Designs Rapid Precision Tire Inflator

    • RPM Steering

    • GlueTread Tire Repair Kit

    • More Flight Tire Repair Solutions


    🚙 Community Shoutouts

    • JD: @me_and_my_yellow_jk

    • Bryan: @beatrice_jku

    • Nathan: @mudhorn_gladiator

    • Calvin & Jennifer: @srgoffroad

    • Ryan: Off-Road Campfire


    🌎 Advocacy & Conservation

    • Tread Lightly!

    • Stay the Trail Colorado


    🖊️ News Topics

    • Tire disintegration and sidewall failures

    • JL aluminum steering box issues and electronic steering woes


    🗓️ Events and Resources

    • Trail Hero

    • Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion

    • Easter Jeep Safari (EJS)

    • King of the Hammers


    📞 Get involved!

    • Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.

    • Write a review! Review us on Apple Podcasts

    • Follow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcast

    • Visit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.com

    • Trailhead Gear: Shop now

    • Trailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Do We Have To Sue To Keep Trails Open Now? Waypoints: With the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association #108

    Do We Have To Sue To Keep Trails Open Now? Waypoints: With the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association #108
    Jul 13 2025
    In this episode of The Trailhead, JD sits down with Bo Rosa, president of the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association (SFWDA), to dig into one of the Southeast’s most committed off-road advocacy groups. Representing more than 13,000 members, SFWDA has been championing conservation, education, and recreation since 1987—long before hashtags and highlight reels.Bo shares how the organization led the fight to reopen the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway, how they partner with local clubs to repair trails and open new OHV parks, and what it takes to lead one of the country’s most effective regional off-road associations. From fielding middle-of-the-night recovery calls to funding grants, this conversation covers everything from broken axles to policy battles. Whether you're in Tennessee or Colorado, you'll walk away inspired to do your part and stay the trail.📍 Trails and DestinationsDaniel Boone Backcountry BywayWindrock Park, TennesseeUwharrie National Forest, North CarolinaBeasley Knob OHV Trail System, GeorgiaGolden Mountain Park, Tennessee🛠️ Gear and ToolsExtremeTerrain Clean Trail Grant ProgramSFWDA Membership Info🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJK — InstagramBo Rosa: Southern Four Wheel Drive Association — Website🌎 Advocacy & ConservationSFWDA Education & Trail ProgramsBlueRibbon CoalitionTread Lightly!📘 News TopicsDaniel Boone Byway lawsuit and winAlabama OHV legislation updatesSFWDA’s role as a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization🗓️ Events and ResourcesTrailFest – Spring EventDixie Run – Fall Event📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop nowTrailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Land Use Deserves a Public Fight, Not a Budget Trick Mr. Lee. #107

    Land Use Deserves a Public Fight, Not a Budget Trick Mr. Lee. #107
    Jul 8 2025
    This week’s Trailhead Live is a firestorm of off-road news: national forest access restored, BLM comment rules dropped, Jeep technical alerts issued, and a rooftop tent debate you won’t want to miss. JD is joined by Loren Campbell, Kristy Byers, Amy and Mike Malone, Justin from KrashFab, Steve Botkin, and Calvin and Jennifer from SRG Offroad for an unfiltered discussion about what’s changing fast in the off-road world—and what it means for all of us.From real talk about land use and trail-saving strategies to pent-up rants about warranties and Jeep gear, this one delivers a mix of policy, personality, and perspective. If you’ve got questions about public land, Pentastar problems, or puffy tents—you’re in the right place.📘 News TopicsRoadless Rule Repealed: Nearly 59 million acres of national forest land may see improved access thanks to the rollback of a rule that blocked road developmentBLM Comment Policy Overturned: The “substantive comment” rule was eliminated, opening the door for more public voices to be heardTrail Saver Program: Loren shares how Utah’s UPLA is organizing personal trail stories and photos for future land use fightsThe Lee Amendment Dropped: A controversial land sale proposal is removed from the budget bill—JD and Loren explain why it matteredPentastar Engine TSB: Jeep releases a Technical Service Bulletin for 2018–2025 Wranglers and Gladiators experiencing camshaft/rocker wear issuesJeep × Dometic Air Tent: A lightweight, inflatable, officially licensed rooftop tent makes waves—and sparks debate among the crew📍 Trails and DestinationsSand Mountain, UtahDrummond Island, Michigan🛠️ Gear and ToolsJeep + Dometic Air Tent (concept)Carobotor Dash SystemsPentastar TSB Overview – Wrangler & Gladiator 2018–2025🚙 Community ShoutoutsJD: MeAndMyYellowJK — InstagramLoren Campbell: UPLAAmy & Mike Malone: Midwest KrawlersJustin: KrashFabKristy Byers: VisitDrummondSteve Botkin: EpicAdventureDuoSRG Offroad – Calvin & Jennifer: Instagram🌎 Advocacy & ConservationBlueRibbon CoalitionTread Lightly!Stay the Trail ColoradoUtah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA)🗓️ Events and ResourcesSunflower Trail RideKing of the Hammers📞 Get involved!Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.Write a review! Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram! @thetrailheadpodcastVisit our website: www.thetrailheadnetwork.comTrailhead Gear: Shop nowTrailhead Discount: Tyri Lights — Use code TRAILHEAD15 at tyrilights.com
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    1 hr and 8 mins

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