I have owned Tacoma's and now a 2020 Honda Ridgeline so I can see both points of view. I was really close on pulling the trigger on buying a 2020 Tacoma Limited but I couldn't get over the comfort and the way the Ridgeline drove so I switched to the Honda and I am not looking back baby. If we are honest with ourselves, most daily use for these types of vehicles will be on the road and this is where the Ridgeline excels. Just my 2 cents!
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Yep! It completely depends on what you’re going to do with it. For most people you are 100% right. The Ridgeline is going to do much better on the road. For us on our long trips when we’re doing 600 to 700 miles of off-road with some pretty technical to rain the Tacoma made sense. But it’s about how you use your vehicle and no one can make that judgment for you. As I’ve said before the Ridgeline has really surprised me and what its capabilities are.
@agaad22
3 жыл бұрын
This is why I chose the Ridgeline over any other midsize truck. The rest were terrible for daily use. All others had a cramped interior (especially the rear seats).
@aweba25
3 жыл бұрын
Honda needs to offer an off-road package option for the Ridgeline. Honda needs to get rid of the Black Edition and replace it with an off-road package. We need to petition Honda for this.
@silntstl
3 жыл бұрын
@@aweba25 No reason to get rid of the Black Edition, just add a off road one. Always better business to give consumers more choices not less.
@TheBruces56
3 жыл бұрын
The Ridgeline is not really designed for off road but it can hold its own in many cases. Not a bad trade off for a much better ride in its 90% of time on the road. Also, the addition of a little lift and some sturdy skid plates and the Ridgeline would do as well as the others.
@BillSprague
3 жыл бұрын
Now, take both the Tacomas and the Ridgelines for the same number of hours on a road trip. 😉
@DumbledoreMcCracken
3 жыл бұрын
This is better than any The Fast Lane Truck videos because people aren't taking the perfect line each time.
@lawnmowerdude
3 жыл бұрын
Isn’t that the point?
@sanmanDC050
2 жыл бұрын
Right now there’s a Honda engineering tech calling everyone over going look at this I didn’t know it can do that! Lol. Awesome truck. Jack of all trades. Very impressed.
@PinstripeJim
3 жыл бұрын
Sweet! I have a 2018 RTL-T. Love it and it's been in a few rough places but does amazing for an AWD.
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
Folks, if you're planning to take any vehicle off roading, invest in an under body armor.
@GotterAdventure
3 жыл бұрын
I hit my diy front skid 10 really good times at Uwharrie! It held up great!
@maxzorin9478
3 жыл бұрын
I have a Ridgeline to haul my motorcycle to the race track. The AWD let’s me go through snow safely in the winter or if I need to be on a road in a rain storm. I don’t really think about it as an off-road vehicle.
@jimalden9376
3 жыл бұрын
That's why I want one. I did a test drive of the new 2021 and love love love the 9-speed. I might lift it maybe 2 inches and put some protection under it for minor trail driving, but I'm very impressed with the Ridgeline. Especially the high payload and to have 50" between the wheel wells.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Check out the newest video! There is a new walkaround of all the updates we’ve made to Nate’s Ridgeline
@josesantiago863
3 жыл бұрын
Im impressed with the way the hondas handle the trails. Just take your time go slow pick a good line and don’t go alone.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
As am I! And you are completely right. Picking a good line is important but definitely don’t go alone.
@JuanManuel-fm9jt
3 жыл бұрын
GO WITH YOUR BABY MOMMA FOR SURE
@le0redd104
3 жыл бұрын
Always have God by your side y'all 🙏😇 aka STAY STRAP💯
@douglaswilliams1792
3 жыл бұрын
More interested in the Ridgelines sand prowess since mine lives in the south. Nice fix on the pan. I've had two Toyotas, they are tough and capable but they are dated and ride like poo. Well done fellas
@mikesnyder465
3 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see the before and after alignment sheets on the Ridgelines. My 2014 had some interesting alignments.
@GotterAdventure
3 жыл бұрын
My Pilot held alignment through 3 days at Uwharrie! We did trails rated difficult. Videos up on my channel.
@danielmafnas2392
3 жыл бұрын
That crunch as he's driving down... It physically hurt me watching that part.
@itsnatedude
3 жыл бұрын
Can confirm.
@davidwelty9763
3 жыл бұрын
The make after market skid plates for the ridge line now that cover the oil pan.Great video.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Yep! He’s got the J-sport one on now!
@ridered6271
3 жыл бұрын
I had that truck (2017) just traded for a 21 black edition. So much better. And now has a 9 speed with a 1:20 first gear instead of that horrible 1:15 on the 6. Also not to forget the heavy duty tranny cooler
@xzinx
3 жыл бұрын
Nate needs a youtube channel, as a fellow ridgeline owner, i want to see how he drive so i can avoid it lol
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Bahahaha!!! Check out his IG. He’s pretty active on there. And he’ll be on here a lot!
@xzinx
3 жыл бұрын
@@ScenicCityAdventures i see his truck on facebook ridgeline group, but pov of his trail driving would be nice, i am a subscriber coz of nate lol
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Luckily I have a couple extra GoPro’s we can throw in his truck. Maybe we can convince him to wear one on his head!
@aaronrepper7649
3 жыл бұрын
Nice I got a 17 Ridgeline with a 2 inch lift and falcon wildpeak at3w tires it helps out.but very awesome video.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Nice! I’m super impressed with what they can do!
@xzinx
3 жыл бұрын
Its a pick up for city and some moderate trails with upgrades,
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
@@xzinx with a suspension and tire upgrade, I think the Ridgeline and Passport would be a great Overlander vehicle. MPG on those vehicle would be the winner by itself.
@jg8263
3 жыл бұрын
@@misterle7026 kzitem.info/news/bejne/qameuqmbnqx8YIY and here is what you are talking about, pretty sweet.
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
@@jg8263 i follow JonDZ and his adventures. That's why I know this platform has potentials.
@kickadams8908ass
11 ай бұрын
If I get a Honda ridgeline, which I'm planning on getting to 2024 version, I'm going to immediately get a 2 inch lift. But for what I've been hearing, they will have a dedicated off road version, So I'm still waiting. You have to be crazy to try to rock crawl with a stock ridgeline.
@thekenthouse6428
10 ай бұрын
Trail sport variant of the new Ridgeline should be nice
@ratonL
3 жыл бұрын
I really hope Honda gives the G3 a lift.
@ninjarider443
Жыл бұрын
My 2018 Honda Ridgeline had 5 safety recalls, made noises and was in the shop for 10 days and honda couldn't find the source and said just keep driving it it may wear down (which 5,000 miles it did) - also, the 2017-2019 ridgelines have a defect with the engines where fuel injectors are pushed in to far and clog up. Many blogs talk about this and around 50k miles i had to get mine fully replaced because check-engine emission light came on. Lots of folks have this issue. Also the 2017-2019 power train (transmission) is used on the ridgleine/odessy and pilot all have many issues with failing between 50k-70k and it costs about 5k repair. I got rid of my 2018 honda ridgeline this January of 2023 and traded it in for a Mazda. I don't miss it at all, A few weeks after dumping it i got an email of yet another recall regarding tailgate camera. So happy don't have to bring that dang thing back into the shop to waste hours for another warrenty repair. Anyway, Honda Civics and the Honda CRV have different teams and they are reliable, for me the Honda Ridgeline had the most recalls then any vehicle i ever owned and I had zero confidence it was going to last. When I drove it all i kept thing was "what's the next thing to go wrong". I am so happy i got rid of it, and not ever buying another Honda again, it was a painful experience. Watching this video all i can think of is - dude, good luck with your transmission you putting way to much strain on it, it won't last long cause of how bad the ridgeline 2017-2019 transmissions are.
@ScenicCityAdventures
Жыл бұрын
Ya, that’s why Nate swapped to a f150. Ridgeline’s have their place, but for more technical offroad stuff, the f150 does a lot better.
@randycatalano6622
Жыл бұрын
I like Nates philosophy. Yeet it up and over. Send it..
@SeanStewart88
3 жыл бұрын
Ridgelines are decent little trucks the only thing is that ground clearance is extremely unforgiving. I’ll stick wirh my taco TRD off road 👌🏻 Regardless of what anyone is driving looks like you guys had fun.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Same. Love my little TRD Pro, but I’m definitely impressed with Ridgelines.
@BritGuyAbroad
Жыл бұрын
When I see a Nate in the group chat for the next overland trip, I know to avoid
@anthonydurling4093
2 жыл бұрын
Adding a trans cooler is a must for these vehicles
@irafael8080
2 жыл бұрын
I loved my 2019 Ridgeline RTL-T Colorado ZR2 was fun or 2020 Ridgeline RTL-E ??? Thats my torment/ headache. What you think???
@jaforem
11 ай бұрын
I feel like I’m listening to the top gun beach volleyball scene
@TheKingkingg
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@ssjdarren
3 жыл бұрын
9:31 "I used to be an adventurer like you."
@hidekeldiaz
3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE honda
@GotterAdventure
3 жыл бұрын
I do too!
@jacobduncan8875
Жыл бұрын
You do have a rough life. Man. Lol.
@ScenicCityAdventures
Жыл бұрын
The worst! 😂
@xzinx
3 жыл бұрын
With 3inch lift and a lil bigger tires this trail should be ok on ridgeline
@RaY_77W
3 жыл бұрын
right?!
@jstar65
3 жыл бұрын
So true!
@itsnatedude
3 жыл бұрын
3.5” lift going on the black Ridgeline Monday!
@xzinx
3 жыл бұрын
@@itsnatedude vlog for us fellow ridgeline owners nate!!! im thinking of doing the same
@GotterAdventure
3 жыл бұрын
@@itsnatedude nice!
@TheValdo71
7 ай бұрын
Just lift Ridgeline with 3 inch traxxda kit ad skid plate and you're good to go.
@MeltingRubberZ28
2 жыл бұрын
Honda makes many great vehicles for off-road. While the Ridgeline can do pretty well, I'll take my dirt bike instead 👍
@DumbledoreMcCracken
3 жыл бұрын
"came through in a clutch" is the aphorism
@jacobduncan8875
3 жыл бұрын
The ridgeline would not prevent any vehicle from going too fast down that. It would only help pulling out of getting stuck.
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
Would love to see some folks converting those Ridgelines or Passports into OverLanders. It's has a better cushy ride and better at MPGs. Those extra MPG would matter so much on those 500 mi or more trips.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
For sure. There is a small group of people doing and parts are starting to become available. I’ve heard rumor these is a company releasing rock sliders soon!
@GotterAdventure
3 жыл бұрын
My Pilot doesn’t get very good mpgs with 32s
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
@@GotterAdventure what would you think those MPGs on the Tacoma with 32s?
@GotterAdventure
3 жыл бұрын
@@misterle7026 I’m averaging 14mpg 😂. I know my roof basket isn’t doing any favors either. Thank goodness for KZitem helping pay for the gas ! LOL
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
😂🤣 that’s about what I get, but KZitem isn’t putting a dent in what I’m paying out for these trips. 😁
@FrayAdjacentTX
3 жыл бұрын
Duck the audio when you're speaking... it's hard to hear you over the background audio in some places. ;)
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Good to know! I’ll have to go back and rewatch my new videos to make sure it’s better
@vitaly6312
3 жыл бұрын
I just wish the Honda had another inch of ground clearance and 4wd instead of AWD. I’d be a buyer then. Although the Tacoma’s absolutely suck when it comes to comfort, features, gas mileage. Test drive one 3 years in a row and never purchased. The most uncomfortable vehicle I think I’ve ever driven. Sucks because I’ve owned a tundra and 4Runner and they’re more than fine. Tacoma needs a redesign.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
We should have a new walk around soon. The Ridgeline is getting a 3.5 inch lift on Monday. It’s also had a bunch more done to it. I’m not a big fan of the new Tacomas. But I have zero complaints about my second GEN Tacoma. Fuel mileage is better than my previous jeep, and the reliability is great. I agree the features are lacking, but that’s not a huge deal to me. Less gadgets and electronics the better. I really wish the transfer case was manual like the new 4Runners. I don’t think I’ve ever driven a stock Tacoma. I bought mine as a TRD pro with the upgraded suspension and have just made upgrades since then. My buddies new third-generation Tacoma also has upgraded suspension so I’m not super familiar with the way it drive stock. But after the upgrades I love the way the thing rides.
@grahamrothphotography
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! The 2nd gen ridgeline transmission cooler doesn't get enough airflow below 20MPH, which sucks, I wish honda would make it more offroad-worthy. My 2013 ridgeline is better at offroading (a tiny bit more ground clearance) but still kinda sucks.
@Redbeard_4x4
3 жыл бұрын
Let me know next time you go to windrock, I’d love to go check it out
@junkanoo89
Жыл бұрын
What tires does the blue RL have at 5:31? I can see they're Wildpeaks but can't tell if they're A/T Trails or AT3W
@InuranusBrokoff
3 жыл бұрын
Caught the end of the live stream. Time to rewatch...
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
InuranusBrokoff You never know what you’ll find on this channel. A Porsche pulling a jeep out of a trail, theee Honda Ridgelines taking on an off-road park, or a Tacoma stuck in the middle of a mud pit in Utah… It’s always something exciting
@InuranusBrokoff
3 жыл бұрын
@@ScenicCityAdventures I'm about it brother (imagine that in Hulk Hogan's voice.) Adventure is calling me, and I'm looking for inspiration. Wish you and the channel the best.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it! Where are you guys from?
@InuranusBrokoff
3 жыл бұрын
@@ScenicCityAdventures Indianapolis, IN.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Oh nice! Look up the Kentucky Adventure Tour. There are a ton of trails and National Forest in Kentucky to explore
@heyzooz
3 жыл бұрын
2021 Ridgeline is nice. All you guys trading in for the new Ridgeline? Id like to see the Passport on this trail. I have a 2012 Honda CRV. When I get a new vehicle I don't know what to get. So many options. Nice video.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
The new one definitely looks nice! But no we will continue to drive our Tacoma and the Ridgeline will be featured on a lot of our expeditions. It’s not mine, but one of my best friends. But stick around you’ll see it a lot! In fact we should have a full rig walk around with it soon now that it has a rooftop tent, skid plates, and a few other changes...
@Ishkatan
6 ай бұрын
Great to see the honda capability and difficulty. But please kill the background music. I rather hear the people and scrapes.
@billyfutch1473
3 жыл бұрын
I saw a video where someone simulated the Toyota “crawl mode” in a Mazda 4 wheel drive with locking differential. They purposely got their vehicle stuck in soft sand . Using low gear and locking diff. they crawled themselves out on their own in 4 mins. I’d like to see someone do that in a new Ridgeline!
@Painfulwhale360
3 жыл бұрын
Put a 3.5” lift and a 32” tires on a Ridgeline and I think it would be much more capable
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
He did after this. It worked pretty good, but now the Ridgeline is being traded for a f150 so Nate can take on harder trails.
@10ectaco10
3 жыл бұрын
Tacomas wheeling with Ridgelines! 😆 that's kinda like the high school football team scrimmage with the peewee league🤪
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
That actually made me LOL! 😂
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
wouldn't it be funny if the Ridgeline would smoke the Tacoma in a long distance Rally Race? I would put money on the Ridgeline if the off road is not all rock crawling.
@10ectaco10
3 жыл бұрын
@@misterle7026 I'd take that bet!
@10ectaco10
3 жыл бұрын
@@misterle7026 yes it would b funny. But in reality I would be spending your money instead of mine 😁
@jetlee7743
3 жыл бұрын
Two different pupose vehicles. The supior team will depend on the destiny
@TermlessHGW
3 жыл бұрын
The black Honda, what kind of roof rack does it have. I would very much like to get one for myself
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
It’s from J-Sport. They make great stuff
@TermlessHGW
3 жыл бұрын
@@ScenicCityAdventures Hey, thx for the quick reply. Would you happen to know if it interferes with the sunroof. Also where as that wind plate at the front looks badass, does it touch the paint in any place?
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Not sure on the sunroof, but no it doesn’t touch the paint if it’s adjusted right. There is room for adjustments to make sure.
@TermlessHGW
3 жыл бұрын
@@ScenicCityAdventures thx a lot. Keep having fun out on those trails
@roberto3007
3 жыл бұрын
What size lift does the black Ridgeline have?
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
1.5 inch leveling kit from J-Sport
@losersquadhd1234
3 жыл бұрын
what lift does that one ridgeline have is it a 2.5 or a 3.5 in lift cause it kinda looks like a 2 or a 2.5 compared to the other ridgelines on camera
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Which color one are you referring to?
@losersquadhd1234
3 жыл бұрын
@@ScenicCityAdventures blue one
@noninnino2909
3 жыл бұрын
that red tacoma was squeaking like a mouse at 3:20 i rather take the ridgeline.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Lol ya my rear leafs need to be replaced.,
@traedrose7963
3 жыл бұрын
LT or P rated tires on the Honda’s?
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
I believe the white Ridgeline was completely stock
@brianoconner3090
Жыл бұрын
I would have bought a basic trim TRD off road Tacoma for these types of adventures and not risk my RL. RL's are not built for these even with the lift kits in my opinion.
@ScenicCityAdventures
Жыл бұрын
Yup, and since then Nate had moved on to a F150. It’s much more capable.
@alexgarcia3900
3 жыл бұрын
Great videos and all but why would you ever buy a ridgeline to off road? Ridgeline is a great truck but it's not a proper 4x4.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
A lot of people love them. If 4x4 isn’t the primary purpose, then it may make sense, but I don’t have one so I can’t really speak to it.
@nicoleandseankepler7777
3 жыл бұрын
You don’t buy a ridge line to off road. You buy one because it covers a majority of what people need in a truck while still being able to take off road. People equate “off road” with rock crawling and mud pits. A lot different than enjoying trails which a majority of 4x4s can do in stock form.
@alexgarcia3900
3 жыл бұрын
@@nicoleandseankepler7777 im not sure what your definition of off road is, but where I take my truck the ridgeline would probably leave me stranded or get some serious damage. The last thing anyone wants is to be stuck in the middle of nowhere. So again if you watched the video it clearly shows the ridgeline getting some damage.
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
Ridgeline does almost everything your normal work truck can do, like going to Home Depot and pick up 4x8 sheetrock and plywood. Now people are pushing this AWD system and see what else it can do. There are other channels that show how the Passport are going places where you normally don't see AWD vehicle. This Honda AWD system is pulling some crazy tricks. Wouldn't it be nice to have like an Accord that can go to Home Depot and go off some small trails? This is what the Ridgeline/Passport/Pilot are doing.
@alexgarcia3900
3 жыл бұрын
@@misterle7026 why are people always so triggered and defensive when anyone says anything even slightly negative about them? I already said it's a great truck im just saying why would anyone with off road in their mind buy this? For example my truck would walk over everything they did in the video. But it's not perfect by any means. And neither is the ridgeline, and it's most definitely not very capable off road by truck standards. And that's ok👌 don't get all weird about it.
@CampingRandy
3 жыл бұрын
Can you send me the footage of me in the beginning?
@CrazyGreek80
3 жыл бұрын
So the Ridgeline is the Tacoma and the Pilot is the 4runner just less capable.
@GotterAdventure
3 жыл бұрын
😂 Iol
@jessewoody5772
3 жыл бұрын
Did you add skid plates to the hondas?
@ianlupo9552
3 жыл бұрын
The blue and white Ridgelines have full skids from No-Lo Designs. The black one didn't have any at the time.
@ghost1103
3 жыл бұрын
Song @3:35
@CC_Marauder
3 жыл бұрын
Leave the failed DJ efforts behind. The music sux. Silence is golden.
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
😂 it’s either music or you get to listen to the snippets of my audiobook and squeaky leaf springs.
@jw5031
7 ай бұрын
Why not just buy the Honda Minivan? Oh, and who's the nozzle running around with a helmet on?
@imbdileva
3 жыл бұрын
A Softopper on a Ridgeline 🤣🤣 ..about as useless as a Softopper on an El Camino. IMO, the most useless "truck" ever made. As useless as tastebuds on an arsehole! 😏
@ScenicCityAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Lol! Eh, each to their own. Some people love em, some hate em. Luckily we can each spend our money how we want. I prefer my Tacoma, but for some people it makes sense.
@rogeratienza1951
3 жыл бұрын
Real Trucks do not have transversely mounted engines!
@user-tb7rn1il3q
3 жыл бұрын
The RL is a car. It even has a trunk. It has less 7.8 inches of clearance. My RAV4 has 8.4 inches of clearance and a shorter wheelbase. It is much better off road and has more useful hauling capacity even though it’s a car. Trucks by definition are body on frame, longitudinal front engine, and rear based 4x4. The RL has none of those and is less off road worthy than many cars.
@neomis0119
3 жыл бұрын
@@user-tb7rn1il3q your reply is partial ignorant, as not many cars are better off-road, you would be limited mostly to Subaru, which has an aging AWD system and CVT, the biggest fault In the ridgeline comparing to say a Subaru is the ground clearance, which can be raised 1.5 inches easily, some raise It more but I wouldn’t, the Honda AWD system is better than most which is what makes this so popular, check out all the videos of the ridge, off-roading with other vehicles, even a few snow and ice videos on dash cams with 4x4 trucks and cars slipping while the ridgeline is the only one that goes right through, Honda does AWD right. your not going to do anything major in this, nor would you even the trd model of the RAV4 which is a big disappointment and shouldn’t have the trd badge. Even the critics agree on this. also The ridgeline compressed less than several major models when at full load, Even better than a 1500 Dodge Ram 4x4, but not all it was compared to, it was in the middle of the pack, again it was going against 6-7 actual trucks. So if you want something good in the snow, a few inches of mud, ice, dirt roads, and good for off-road with no rocks more than 5-6”, can haul things around with a trunk for not a ton of money, then this is a good bet.
@user-tb7rn1il3q
3 жыл бұрын
@@neomis0119 Honda AWD systems and transmissions are very weak. They overheat and the RL becomes a big paperweight. The combination of ground clearance and wheelbase make the RL less capable than an AWD Camry. The RL has horrible wheel articulation. Worst of all the RL uses an overhead cam crasher engine with rubber timing belt. The RAV4 does very well off road, even the prime model in electric mode. I’d never waist money on the TRD model. At that point just get a 4Runner. The bed on the RL is to shallow to be of any real use. Things will fly out.
@misterle7026
3 жыл бұрын
@@user-tb7rn1il3q which AWD System and Transmission are you comparing to. RL is towing 5K lbs with ease. No other AWD system can beat Honda's. It's the only true Torque Vector out there. Stop hating.
@silntstl
3 жыл бұрын
@@misterle7026 Brian is a Toyota fan boy. No reasoning with him.
@Azntrutek2012
3 жыл бұрын
These Ridgeline owners think their Ridgeline soccer mom SUV with a bed in the back is superior. LOL.
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