Taking your Jeep for an Off Road Trip can be ton of fun. But it can also turn into a nightmare if you are not well prepared. So let us give you some well known tip for adjusting your Jeep tire pressure before you get on the rough trails for some cool adventures.When on the trails, you need as much traction as possible. Simply put, more tire rubber on the surface more traction vehicle will gain.

So how does one get more traction; simple, lets lower the tire pressure. This oldest trick in the book will give you more foot print on the ground. On a Radial Tire one can let 1/3 air out without damaging the tire. For a Bias ply tire since they have rigid sidewalls you can go little lower, but better to just stick with 1/3 air. This should be more then sufficient for someone on medium level trails.

Preparing your Stock Wrangler for Off-Roading
Whether your rig is fully customized or bone stock a good rule is to never wheel alone. Having a friend with you ensures that you’ll be able to get out of any sticky situation you might find yourself in and you’ll have someone to share in the adventure! While major modifications aren’t needed to wheel your Wrangler, there are few things you’ll want to do to get the most out of your stock Jeep. In order to be ready for any type of recovery situation you might encounter, you’ll want to have recovery points in the both the front and rear of your Jeep. These will give your friend the most options when figuring out how to get your Jeep un-stuck. Another piece of equipment that is important to have is a full size spare tire. While the factory Jeep came with a full size spare, some people choose to run without one. When you’re off-road there are a lot more ways to get a flat and it’s important to have a full size spare to get you off the trail and back home.

What Trails to Run
Start out on easier trails so you can get comfortable with how your Jeep behaves off-roads. The off camber or “tippy” feeling you can experience while navigating trails can take some getting used to. Remember that your stock Jeep can handle more than you’ll most likely be comfortable with the first few times out. This is good when you’re trying to keep from getting stuck or breaking anything, but can also get you in trouble if you’re not careful. Take it slow. This will not be your last time off-road so you’ll be able to hit those trails you didn’t have time for next time!

Challenges on the Trails
When thinking about what your stock Jeep can and can’t do you’ll want to focus on what limits your Jeep on the trail. Ground clearance is one factor that should always be top of mind. You should know the lowest part of your Jeep and be ready to navigate obstacles so you don’t get hung up or high centered. Having that friend “spot” you or guide you through obstacles from outside of your vehicle can be helpful in keeping you moving. Another obstacle you might encounter on the trail is water or mud. With both you want to check the depth with a stick before entering. Make sure it isn’t more than you can take on. Water can be extremely harmful if it’s sucked into your Jeeps engine, so make sure the crossing is well below the air intake and drive slowly!

With some seat time and practice, your skills as a driver will quickly catch up to the limits of your Jeep. When they do, you’ll be ready to start modifying your Wrangler to take on the tougher trails. Some of the most popular early modifications include Armor, Lift Kits and bigger, more aggressive Tires. The best part about being a Jeep owner is modifying it so don’t be afraid to improve your rig so it can always take you where you want to go!