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GLAMIS NEW YEARS 2025 | CHUPACABRA OFFROAD
by Jacob Layton

Glamis New Years 2025!!!
Transcript:
(0:01) – Opening Music & Introduction
- [Background music playing]
- Kids shouting "1, 2, 3 Chupacabra Offroad!"
(0:34) – Arriving in Glamis for New Year's
- Nick Olson (Chupacabra Offroad) is back in Glamis for New Year’s.
- Notes that Glamis is rougher than ever, with huge G-outs (deep ruts and dips).
- Lack of wind and rain has caused severe dune conditions.
- Plans for the trip:
- Exploring Brawley Slide, Duner’s Diner, and the border wall—some places he hasn’t been before.
- Switching up ride routes to keep things fresh.
- “We just made some tacos last night—vibes are good. Breaking in 2025 the right way!”
(1:36) – Testing Pro R Upgrades
- Camping with a friend who has a Pro R with a Bikeman Stage 3 Performance Kit (adds 75 HP).
- Testing bigger paddle tires for improved performance in the dunes.
- “The exhaust is loud, but the power feels amazing.”
- Running MTS suspension, testing new internal bypass tubes soon.
- Excited to upgrade suspension for more “progression and ramp-up” on big G-outs.
(2:59) – Breakfast at Duner’s Diner & Exploring Glamis
- Enjoyed breakfast at Duner’s Diner (first time back since before COVID).
- Covered tons of miles the previous day, visiting:
- Brawley Slide (rarely visited spot)
- China Wall
- Disco Ball
- All the major Glamis landmarks
- Plans to ride across to the Border Wall & Buttercup for a photo.
- “We’re just jamming through miles, keeping it fresh so we don’t get burnt out on Glamis.”
(5:03) – RZR 200 Walkaround & Kid’s UTV Build
- Introducing his 7-year-old son Andrew and his new RZR 200.
- Explaining custom performance & safety upgrades for the small RZR:
Chassis & Safety Mods:
- Madigan Motorsports Roll Cage and Door Skins (for better protection).
- PRP 4-point harnesses (safer than stock seatbelt).
- PRP window nets (arriving soon for extra safety, especially if rolling over).
Lighting & Electrical Mods:
- Baja Designs Squadron Sport 30150 Lumens Lights (day & night visibility).
- 5150 LED Whips (5-foot, highly visible at night).
- Tusk Lithium-Ion Battery (lighter, more powerful, and keeps accessories running smoothly).
Handling & Performance Mods:
- 2-inch wheel spacers in the rear (adds 4 inches of width for stability).
- EVO Flash Tune (increases top speed from 29 MPH to 39 MPH, raises RPM limit).
- Sprocket Upgrade Planned (12/23 ratio) – To improve performance with stock tires.
Future Mods & Accessories:
- Adding a Chupacabra 16-inch Rearview Mirror (for a wider view).
- Custom door bags for storage (snacks, water, small essentials).
- Extra storage in the rear for carrying tools, belts, and water.
- “Frank G (G-Life UTV) went through a belt on his, so I grabbed a spare just in case.”
- Amber rear brake light mod (better visibility in the dunes).
(11:54) – Fun Glamis Sightings & New Friends
- Sees a guy riding a quad with no roll cage, no seatbelt—calls him a legend!
- Meets two young fans from Arizona, Tyler & Lucas.
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Their favorite YouTubers?
- Unspeakable
- Mr. Beast
- TFL Offroad
- G-Life UTV
- Chupacabra Offroad (they put him in the same tier as Mr. Beast!)
- “Shoutout to you guys, that’s really cool!”
(13:38) – Honda Pilot Sand Car Test Drive
- Nick meets a dad in a sand car whose kids are riding Honda Pilots.
- He test drives a Honda Pilot 400R with a two-stroke swap (boosts power from 29 HP to 102 HP).
- Calls it a “really cool throwback” and loves how it drives in the dunes.
- Now wants to build something similar for his kids.
(14:30) – Upcoming Content & Wrap-Up
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New Paddle Tire Release
- Testing a brand-new paddle tire from Obor, launching Summer 2024.
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1,000-Mile Pro R Review Coming Soon
- Running strong—“No issues, just gas and go.”
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More Upgrades & Event Coverage Coming
- More performance parts going on the Pro R soon.
- Returning to Glamis for more rides before the season ends.
(15:16) – Closing Music & Fun Clips
- More shots of the dunes, night riding, and hanging out.
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Final Thoughts:
- “Thanks for watching! Like & subscribe for more epic Glamis content.”
- “See you at the next ride!”
Summary of Key Takeaways:
- Glamis is rougher than ever—deep ruts & G-outs due to lack of wind/rain.
- Testing Bikeman Stage 3 Performance Kit & new paddle tires.
- Exploring new locations in Glamis (Border Wall, Buttercup, Brawley Slide).
- Building a safer, faster RZR 200 for his kids (roll cage, harnesses, lights, tuning).
- Meets fans & drives a Honda Pilot 400R two-stroke swapped dune machine.
- Upcoming tire launch, Pro R review, and more Glamis events.
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