My co-pilot rated the trail about a 3, but there were really steep climbs and descents and a few ruts. The Bronco handled it with ease and comfort. It felt very nimble to me, not big or too wide.
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Invitation-Only Bronco Off-Road Drive event announced for Fort McDowell Rodeo Grounds, AZ
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Yes, the property is reservation land and typical of the Sonoran desert. Hilly and rocky desert terrain.
I'd concur, I'd call the course moderate. The Bronco took it all easily.
FWIW, the 2-door Wildtrak was a lot of fun.
Yes, one participant I talked to just finished the off rodeo in Vegas, and they said this was comparable.
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That’s nice to hear. I’m heading to the NV Off Roadeo on the 16th. I’ll need make sure and try a different rig.
That was fun. Easy trail drive. Less challenging than the Power Line Road I used as a shortcut between New River Road and Table Mesa Road a few months back. But fun. (Google lies, that Power Line road was in no way an actual Road)
The Event has 7 Broncos, plus two displays. One of the displays is a stick, so that gives them an extra manual. I got to drive the display which was a 2-Door Black Diamond 7MT.
Almost stalled out once on a steep incline, but got it back down into 1st in time. Used Crawl to smash over some dirt/sand piles. Plenty of power with the 2.3 for off road use. Clutch felt smooth, though I would prefer a slightly heavier feel. Feels like a modern stock Mustang clutch.
NOTE: They are supposed to reserve the Stick Shifts for reservation holders that ordered a stick. Have a copy of your DORA or order sheet with you. (I had a copy on my phone)
They also give you a free Bronco hat. (I showed up wearing a Ford one)
There are a few uphills where you need to keep up your momentum. Also some sand pits. I never got stuck, so never got to try the rear locker, kept her in 4-Hi the whole time and never played with any of the Goat Modes.
The Event has 7 Broncos, plus two displays. One of the displays is a stick, so that gives them an extra manual. I got to drive the display which was a 2-Door Black Diamond 7MT.
Almost stalled out once on a steep incline, but got it back down into 1st in time. Used Crawl to smash over some dirt/sand piles. Plenty of power with the 2.3 for off road use. Clutch felt smooth, though I would prefer a slightly heavier feel. Feels like a modern stock Mustang clutch.
NOTE: They are supposed to reserve the Stick Shifts for reservation holders that ordered a stick. Have a copy of your DORA or order sheet with you. (I had a copy on my phone)
They also give you a free Bronco hat. (I showed up wearing a Ford one)
There are a few uphills where you need to keep up your momentum. Also some sand pits. I never got stuck, so never got to try the rear locker, kept her in 4-Hi the whole time and never played with any of the Goat Modes.
they had one while i was there we only had like 5 groups of people on our day it was nice and chill, I was in a BL cyber orange (yellow) with the sas. I think its the only one they have that color and that trim but almost all the ones we took were sas models
Is there any opportunity to drive on paved roads? 90% of my driving will be on tarmac.
Did you have a Bronco specialist with you?That was fun. Easy trail drive. Less challenging than the Power Line Road I used as a shortcut between New River Road and Table Mesa Road a few months back. But fun. (Google lies, that Power Line road was in no way an actual Road)
The Event has 7 Broncos, plus two displays. One of the displays is a stick, so that gives them an extra manual. I got to drive the display which was a 2-Door Black Diamond 7MT.
Almost stalled out once on a steep incline, but got it back down into 1st in time. Used Crawl to smash over some dirt/sand piles. Plenty of power with the 2.3 for off road use. Clutch felt smooth, though I would prefer a slightly heavier feel. Feels like a modern stock Mustang clutch.
NOTE: They are supposed to reserve the Stick Shifts for reservation holders that ordered a stick. Have a copy of your DORA or order sheet with you. (I had a copy on my phone)
They also give you a free Bronco hat. (I showed up wearing a Ford one)
There are a few uphills where you need to keep up your momentum. Also some sand pits. I never got stuck, so never got to try the rear locker, kept her in 4-Hi the whole time and never played with any of the Goat Modes.
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Each driver has a Trail Guide. Mine was from FL and was surprised by how hot the MGV seats were. (Welcome to Arizona)
The guides know the Bronco reasonably well. There are other Bronco Specialists there to answer questions about the vehicles.
No real opportunity to drive on pavement. Short stretch of paved road, I don't think I got it out of 3rd.
Ok. Thanks.
That was a blast!! Short course, but some fun obstacles.
I drove a 4dr 2.3 Big Bend (no squatch) and it never bottomed out, climbed up and out of some gullies, and at one point we were on an 18 degree side incline.
The Big Bend handled everything easily.
For everyone worried about the 4 banger’s exceleration…..don’t. We had a small stretch of pavement where I got to punch it, and once the turbo kicked in, we were up to 40 mph in no time.
I was thinking to get a Basesquatch, but now I think a BB or BD will work better for me.
I will likely not drive anything more extreme than this course. So no need for Sasquatch. If you are getting a Squatch, you will have an incredible rig!!
This event is the first stop on a national tour. Pay attention to local clubs. Only people within 25 miles will get an invite.
Sorry no pics. I got so excited when I saw the Broncos lined up, I forgot my phone in the car.
Scott and the rest of the crew were awesome!!!
Thank @Ford Motor Company
I drove a 4dr 2.3 Big Bend (no squatch) and it never bottomed out, climbed up and out of some gullies, and at one point we were on an 18 degree side incline.
The Big Bend handled everything easily.
For everyone worried about the 4 banger’s exceleration…..don’t. We had a small stretch of pavement where I got to punch it, and once the turbo kicked in, we were up to 40 mph in no time.
I was thinking to get a Basesquatch, but now I think a BB or BD will work better for me.
I will likely not drive anything more extreme than this course. So no need for Sasquatch. If you are getting a Squatch, you will have an incredible rig!!
This event is the first stop on a national tour. Pay attention to local clubs. Only people within 25 miles will get an invite.
Sorry no pics. I got so excited when I saw the Broncos lined up, I forgot my phone in the car.
Scott and the rest of the crew were awesome!!!
Thank @Ford Motor Company
We liked this so much we signed up for the Vegas Off Roadeo.
FWIW, the Wildtrak 2-door went 0-60-0 on that paved section easily, lots of room to spare.
FWIW, the Wildtrak 2-door went 0-60-0 on that paved section easily, lots of room to spare.
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