Moab Easter Jeep Safari 2005

So now you have no excuses. Everyone knows that Moab is Mecca, and if you're among the four-by faithful, you must make the hajj at least once in your lifetime. And now, you don't even need to bring your own rig. -Douglas McColloch

Safety has a great return on investment
Wheeling in mountainous terrain has inherent risks. The terrain in the Moab area can be especially perilous due in part to the excellent traction provided by the sandstone, which can cause us to momentarily lose our perspective on the limits of our vehicles. This is why safety is critically important when 'wheeling in Moab. The following rollover illustrates that when proper safety gear is utilized, your chances of walking away unhurt are vastly improved. -Ken Brubaker

TTC Redux?
No, it wasn't Top Truck Challenge '04 all over again, but it sure looked like it. Seven of the 10 competitors from last year's TTC came to Moab for the Easter Jeep Safari, and together they ran a few of the area's legendary trails during the course of the week. This is notably the first such reunion of TTC competitors that we know of. Stan Prueitt, the owner of the 6x10 Dodge Ram, spearheaded the reunion, spurred by the friendships made during the weeklong competition at the Hollister, California-based event. In addition to TTC competitors, the reunion also included some of the co-drivers and even a few family members. Most of the group camped at the Pack Creek Campground outside of Moab. Highlights from their week included Howard Jacques flipping "JeepZilla" end over end on the Escalator obstacle; Robb Rutledge bidding adieu to the internals of "UltraCruiser's" 6.5L diesel engine; TTC winner Brad Austin smoking the "Blue Beast's" alternator, forcing him to drive Hell's Revenge at night with no headlights; and Robin Brisebois' losing battle with gravity in the Hot Tub obstacle. -Ken Brubaker