Most of the trails were two tracks. I had no problem climbing small rises and getting through sand. The ride was almost too smooth to feel like "off road"!
Overall it was very fun to drive off road. I had to fold in the mirrors a few times to fit between trees. The all wheel drive system handled the sandy spots very well. No wheel spin, and I never had to lock it in.
Overall it was very fun to drive off road. I had to fold in the mirrors a few times to fit between trees. The all wheel drive system handled the sandy spots very well. No wheel spin, and I never had to lock it in.
The last picture you posted of your Pilot lurking in the ferns is awesome. So good that I am using it as my wallpaper on my PC @ work(with your permission - of course)!!
I lived in Michigan all my life, until 3 years ago. The other true driving test comes this winter.
Was wondering if you will be back to the same location this coming winter (especially after a healthy dose of lake affect snow) and could provide us some pics and a report at that time too?.
I lived in Michigan all my life, until 3 years ago. The other true driving test comes this winter.
Was wondering if you will be back to the same location this coming winter (especially after a healthy dose of lake affect snow) and could provide us some pics and a report at that time too?.
:2: No problem. I'm up there regularly. I took this set of pics on my In-laws property. 225 acre back yard with several ponds and a stream. We've got trails cut through most of it that are an absolute blast to drive, hike, mountain bike or cross country ski.
I don't drive them much in the snow since it's VERY easy to slide sideways into a tree, even at low speeds. My previous F150 could make it through most of the trails with 8 - 10 inches of snow on the ground, and little or no ice crust on top. I don't expect the Pilot will handle this much, but do plan on heading out if there's less than 5 - 6 inches of powdery stuff and no ice crust.
I passed through there again last week during a week long camping vacation that took us all over the northern LP. I'll post the story and pics later this week. I forgot to bring my compact card reader to work today.