Baystate Jeepers

gregKnight66 wrote:Amanda - evites received! access to member section good too! requirements for wheeling have been rolling in. recovery straps came today. hopefully i dont embarrass myself and find myself needing them on the 12th -g

In general, I have a hard time asking for help in anything I do. The first few times I got hung up I felt embarrassed and humbled. Then, after those first few hang ups and after having been given ample opportunity to figure out how to get out of it myself, the guys just jumped right in to help. They seemed to be enjoying it immensely and I came to the conclusion that THAT is part of what makes off-roading so enjoyable - the challenge of picking the right line, not getting stuck, helping others get unstuck and the learning experience of it all. The people who go out by themselves and/or without at least the minimum in recovery gear are asking for trouble.

Ralph hit the nail on the head! We don't get excited about recovering a Jeep because we're smug or laughing at you, we just love doing it! For me, it's an extension of the challenge of off roading. We've all been on the other end of that strap so never feel pressured to do anything you're not comfortable doing.


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Marky wrote:Ralph hit the nail on the head! We don't get excited about recovering a Jeep because we're smug or laughing at you, we just love doing it! For me, it's an extension of the challenge of off roading. We've all been on the other end of that strap so never feel pressured to do anything you're not comfortable doing.

Off roading is no place for peer pressure, not in giving, and not in receiving. You will get to know the peeps around you VERY quickly. Most of us poke fun...but NEVER do something you aren't comfortable with. Ever. That being said, it's ok to stretch your wings and feel a little challenged, but that should be a challenge to yourself, not one someone is imposing on you.


We tease, we joke, but are dead serious when it comes to safety!

Nicely said Jon . I didnt have a clue 11 years ago , and there was nothing but guidance from everyone. Thanks all who donated your knowledge . FjR68