11-30-2019: There was a large storm system in Southern California during thanksgiving weekend and snow was everywhere! It even covered interstate 5 at the Cajon pass leading to 4 hour long traffic jams and shutting down the roads leading up to Big Bear Lake (mountain). My friend Channing and I wanted to see the snow, but we didn't want to deal with traffic and too many people. We know the perfect place to get our fix of snow... Pioneer Town! This is where Burns Canyon road 2N02 goes 18 miles up the mountains into Big Bear. Channing and I are pretty proficient at driving on snow, and it was no surprise that he was just as prepared as far as recovery and survival gear. This made for the perfect video. This video is a bit of a public service announcement. For those of you that have never driven on snow before, I want you guys to be safe, so this video is for you! I hope you find it useful! NAVIGATION:
1:45 Don't venture out alone
2:30 Have the right tires at the right PSI
3:49 Emergency & recovery gear you should bring
5:47 Momentum, not too much, not too little
11:48 Snow recovery
22:55 Steep Snowy Descent, don't lock your brakes and utilize engine braking
Products in this video:
Teton Sports -25 degree Left zipper $98
Stay comfortably warm in 0 degree weather in a -25 degree Fahrenheit base camp sleeping bag. I've used this on many snow camping trips!
Xbull traction boards $63
They're not quite as good as maxtraxx's, but for just a little over 60 bucks, they'll do the trick. Watch the youtube video reviews, they hold up very well!
Ucreative Synthetic Soft Shackle $18
Synthentic soft shackles are very versatile! These are a must for your recovery gear collection
Rocket Recovery Tow Strap 3"x30' $30
A good tow strap is invaluable if you venture off pavement.
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