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The rod ends on the upper control arm pulled apart on both side, allowing the carnage to the U-joint as well. These are some tough trails to do this damage!

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The first new loop off of Gunslinger is Peacemaker, and it will remind you of an off-road shootout. While not a buggy-only route, you should make sure your rig is up to snuff with 33s and a locker for this one. The terrain is rough when dry and even more difficult after a rain.

Gunslinger Trail is a cooperative effort between the Tierra Del Sol club and the Cleveland National Forest. Club president Tim Augustine (left) and Bo Neece (right) of TDS stand with Richard Tull, program manager for the OHVA. Working closely with the local clubs and governing agencies is what makes these types of trails a reality.

Ultimate Adventure alumnus Dave Chappelle provided us transportation and fun in his Amigo. Granite outcroppings abound in the area, and the TDS crew worked out lots of cool trails and obstacles to play on.

Tight squeezes and rounded boulders make the trails a challenge. Our group of about 20 rigs was the first to make the whole trip, even though trail carnage plugged up parts of the trail.

Bo Neece took his buggy out on the trails on our rainy introduction day. High-desert scrub to low forests typify the terrain, all chock-full of boulders and rubble. The area can have snow in winter and perfect wheeling weather in summer.

Yes, the pinion is pointed up and the driveshaft is pointed down. No, it’s not supposed to be that way.

The rod ends on the upper control arm pulled apart on both side, allowing the carnage to the U-joint as well. These are some tough trails to do this damage!