Attending more than one off roadeo

[Bilal23]

Has anyone attended more than one? Does it end up being duplicative? The trail drives would be great, but I expect the instruction would be the same.

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[RagnarKon]

It's a bit duplicative. If you have free vouchers, I still think it is worth it if you are going to a different location than what you did the first time, but I don't know if I personally would do the same location twice.

The full-day Off-Roadeo is obviously geared towards us Bronco owners, and gives us all of the details about how the Bronco works and which situations you should use certain features. But once you go through that outdoor classroom-style instruction once you don't really need to do it again. Still, the driving portion is a lot of fun and visiting a new location makes up for any minor annoyances with having to hear the classroom portion more than once.

There are half-day drives, which are a lot more focused on the drive-time and a little less focused on the instruction itself. And there are also Bronco Off-Roadeo Outposts, which are the "drive your own Bronco" events. Had every intention on going to the Pennsylvania location, but unfortunately it collided with a business trip. But I've heard really good things about those, and I plan to hit up at least one of those next year.

 

[Bilal23]

It's a bit duplicative. If you have free vouchers, I still think it is worth it if you are going to a different location than what you did the first time, but I don't know if I personally would do the same location twice.

The full-day Off-Roadeo is obviously geared towards us Bronco owners, and gives us all of the details about how the Bronco works and which situations you should use certain features. But once you go through that outdoor classroom-style instruction once you don't really need to do it again. Still, the driving portion is a lot of fun and visiting a new location makes up for any minor annoyances with having to hear the classroom portion more than once.

There are half-day drives, which are a lot more focused on the drive-time and a little less focused on the instruction itself. And there are also Bronco Off-Roadeo Outposts, which are the "drive your own Bronco" events. Had every intention on going to the Pennsylvania location, but unfortunately it collided with a business trip. But I've heard really good things about those, and I plan to hit up at least one of those next year.

That’s terrific info, thank you. I had not heard about the outposts — that sounds like a great option too.

 

[Dusmw]

Still frustrated with Ford, why no Jeep Jaboree type event four years after launch. 2 days bring your own Bronco and approximately $350-$400 Events in every market not just the coasts and TX.

Every event they have offered short of early customer saving Off Rodeo is priced sky high and is only one day other than the very expensive “Adventure”.
Certainly understand Ford is losing their shirt on EV but who better to build relationships with than those of us who waited years for our build, MAP shipping backlogs, hard tops, and ADM! A very loyal bunch like Wrangler enthusiasts.

They are still dumping money into NASCAR while viewership and vehicle commonality are eroded. Used to love NASCAR but not these new elite ego drivers who bitch about aggressive driving!Viewership and sales are no longer a winning formula.

Bought Grangers ESP as this might be my only Bronco. I love it but don’t feel like Ford really cares about maintaining a relationship and having customers become enthusiastic like Jeep has honed with their customers.

 

[RagnarKon]

That’s terrific info, thank you. I had not heard about the outposts — that sounds like a great option too.

Yeah, I'm not too surprised. I found out about them from Bronco Nation. Don't recall any direct email from Ford about Outposts, but might have missed it. My complete guess is the Bronco team at Ford isn't quite as hands-on with the Outposts as they are with the "main" Off-Roadeo. But the Outposts are run by the same company that runs the Bronco Off-Roadeo (Adventure ORX), so obviously there are some links there.

I'm guessing it is intended to be similar to Jeep Jamboree. Jeep Jamboree doesn't have any direct affiliation with Jeep/Stellantis beyond the occasional sponsorship, and they run their own events. But the folks at Jeep Jamboree also run Jeep Adventure Academy, which is directly affiliated with Jeep/Stellantis. Effectively the Jeep version of Bronco Off-Roadeo.

Not to be confused with Jeepers Jamboree, which is a completely separate entity from Jeep and Jeep Jamboree, and is open to all 4x4 vehicles—Broncos included.

 

[Bschurr]

Has anyone attended more than one? Does it end up being duplicative? The trail drives would be great, but I expect the instruction would be the same.

Each of the BOR locations offer unique terrain so while the instruction regarding why/how to use the various GOAT modes, trail assist etc, may be similar, the practical application in a Bronco at each location is VERY different.
(FYI - attended NH in Sept 2021 and Raptor in Vegas June 2024 - 2 very different experiences)

 

[Cobrafang]

I have email exchanges with Ford Off-rodeo several times about going. It is tied to the person who buys the car. So Bronco was 2nd hand...and even though the original owner never went...the voucher is dead. They also do not have any plans to open up off-rodeo up to any more than the original voucher. I personally am very disappointed. But then again, I have not gone and maybe it is not worth the money. Some things are "free" for a reason. I am going to a Outpost though and looking forward to it.

 

[Beach_Bum]

I have email exchanges with Ford Off-rodeo several times about going. It is tied to the person who buys the car. So Bronco was 2nd hand...and even though the original owner never went...the voucher is dead. They also do not have any plans to open up off-rodeo up to any more than the original voucher. I personally am very disappointed. But then again, I have not gone and maybe it is not worth the money. Some things are "free" for a reason. I am going to a Outpost though and looking forward to it.

The voucher was always tied to the VIN. The owner/registrant of the VIN was the only one that was entitled to attend. But in the event the owner didn't attend and the vehicle was sold, the voucher tied to the VIN is still eligible for the next owner/registrant. Of course, there is a limit as to when the vouchers expire. MY'21 Broncos are no longer eligible.

 

[Automator59]

It's a bit duplicative. If you have free vouchers, I still think it is worth it if you are going to a different location than what you did the first time, but I don't know if I personally would do the same location twice.

The full-day Off-Roadeo is obviously geared towards us Bronco owners, and gives us all of the details about how the Bronco works and which situations you should use certain features. But once you go through that outdoor classroom-style instruction once you don't really need to do it again. Still, the driving portion is a lot of fun and visiting a new location makes up for any minor annoyances with having to hear the classroom portion more than once.

There are half-day drives, which are a lot more focused on the drive-time and a little less focused on the instruction itself. And there are also Bronco Off-Roadeo Outposts, which are the "drive your own Bronco" events. Had every intention on going to the Pennsylvania location, but unfortunately it collided with a business trip. But I've heard really good things about those, and I plan to hit up at least one of those next year.

The PA Event was outstanding and challenging, winding through a tight course through the woods. I believe there were 14 Broncos in two flights, which provided a lot of personal attention. The guides were outstanding!

 

[doublebullout]

My wife bought her Bronco Sport earlier this year, and we went to the half-day Sport specific Texas Off-Roadeo in June. It was a lot of fun and I’d definitely recommend it for Bronco Sport owners. My Bronco was delivered last week and I’m looking forward to going back for the full-day Bronco session.

 

[Cobrafang]

The voucher was always tied to the VIN. The owner/registrant of the VIN was the only one that was entitled to attend. But in the event the owner didn't attend and the vehicle was sold, the voucher tied to the VIN is still eligible for the next owner/registrant. Of course, there is a limit as to when the vouchers expire. MY'21 Broncos are no longer eligible.

I hear you, but Ford does not agree. The don't show the "VIN" voucher being used and they will not let me claim it as the owner of the car.

 

[Beach_Bum]

I hear you, but Ford does not agree. The don't show the "VIN" voucher being used and they will not let me claim it as the owner of the car.

It's a moot point as no MY'21 is still eligible. Your profile indicates that you have a '21 WT. And it is a minor distinction. But Adventure ORX is the intermediary. They only get reimbursed by Ford for eligible vouchers. Otherwise, people have to pay.

 

[argrin]

Has anyone attended more than one? Does it end up being duplicative? The trail drives would be great, but I expect the instruction would be the same.

I went to Moab Aug of 21 and just went to New Hampshire last week. They were both fun with different terrain. Worth it in my opinion. Both times were with my son. Similar instruction for sure, but still felt it was worth it considering they offered free guest for a limited time when I registered

 

[P52Ranch]

My wife and I went to Austin off Roadeo three years ago and went to Moab last year. She was the driver at Moab, I was the driver at Austin.

The basic curriculum at both is the same. The driving experience between Moab and Austin was completely different. At Austin we only put a couple of miles on the Bronco since it was all in one spot. At Moab, there was 20 miles each way of commuting from HQ to the off-road site and probably another 20 miles or more of off-road driving.

I liked the off Roadeo program better at Austin. Moab was a much better vacation spot.

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