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GLAMIS NEW YEARS 2025 | CHUPACABRA OFFROAD

by Jacob Layton
GLAMIS NEW YEARS 2025 | CHUPACABRA OFFROAD

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.
  • 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

  • New Paddle Tire Release
    • Testing a brand-new paddle tire from Obor, launching Summer 2024.
  • 1,000-Mile Pro R Review Coming Soon
    • Running strong—“No issues, just gas and go.”
  • 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.
  • 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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