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At Redrock Adventures at Airport Weeze, I drive my Wrangler through tight woodland trails, mud and over rocks. The trainers accompany us, explain driving techniques and help at difficult spots. Here is my account of the day, the sections and my experiences off-road.
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From the first trail into challenging terrain
We drive the first trails in small groups. The sky is blue and the woodland dry, but some sections still have plenty of mud. The trainers explain driving techniques and give us advice for each section.
The gaps between trees get tight, followed by steeper climbs. In the mud holes, I need to choose my line carefully. Going slowly works best for me.
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A break between dust and mud
At lunchtime there are burgers from the food truck. We talk about the trails, our vehicles and their modifications. It is a good chance to get to know the other drivers.
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Side slopes and precision work
In the afternoon we continue. After a steep hill comes a side-slope section with up to 30 degrees of incline. Inside the Jeep it feels considerably steeper than it looks from outside. I drive slowly and focus on the trainers' instructions.
On the rock-crawling course I feel my way forward, rock by rock. This is where I especially notice the axles working and the tyres searching for grip.
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What stays with us
I take plenty of experience away from the day. The trainers and other drivers helped me tackle the difficult spots calmly. There was plenty of mud on the Jeep too, of course. Jeep Wave!
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