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Here we are- 5 years later.

The birdhouse was an unused miniature I made as Production Designer for the film @boundthemovie in which I also designed and built a full size 16 ft. tall treehouse set with the help of @chrisocerg & @n_ate_

The full size treehouse took time from concept to it's completions (as we used it both in the air and on the ground since I made it to have removable walls for camera) but it did not induce the table destroying glue meltdown that the miniature did so, here it is for all to enjoy along with me- the prophecy is fufilled...

Thanks again to @cheholloway5 for the interview.

#film
#production
#newyork
#newjersey
#productiondesigner
#specialeffects
#pyrotechnics
#miniature
#prophecy
#boom

Back to last year on the Proof Of Concept shoot for "The Chain" where we did some simulated bullet hits.

I gave an additional Weapons Safety & Specieal Effect Choreography meeting as I worked with the team for this sequence. We set it up in a way where the dust hits are fired on to a different plane than the plane the Actors are on so its not possible for them to get hit. In this case the talent was an actual Police Officer who had been in a shootout while on duty so it meant extra to her how safe the atmosphere was by our procedure of following protocols for the gag.

I was using Sweeney Dust Hits which are similar to a paintball but are in a hard plastic shell so they produce some debris after contact which could be damaging to skin or worse if landed in the eye. As things move along and camera setups change, people come into closer range of the effect and a perfect example of "see something, say something"- my dude @videog.rafi pointed out that it was time to wear goggles so we stopped everything for a moment until that was met when my awesome assistant Scott Johnson got em over to us from the table just outside of the circle of crew seen in the footage.

There's always time to stop and look at what we are doing when working with Weapons Props and doing Stunts & Special Effects. Anyone can speak up or ask questions at anytime.

#weaponsafety
#safesets
#film
#specialeffects
#dusthits
#props
#buffalo

Normally I save Hybrid Machete flipping for 3 AM but schedule has been switching up to get in gear for a big video project so I had to get psyched a little earlier.

Some new flips.

#knife #flipping #hybrid #machete #workout
#prep #knifexp #lights #camera #action #productiondesigner #artdepartment #art #is #go

12 years alcohol free. 12.5 years cigarette free.
The actual anniversary date was yesterday (the 3rd) but it is less relevant, the more time that goes by.

#work

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Photoshoot today with @inzombiea_studios
My legs were/are toast so I got some poppy seeds.

All the photos were shot by Gino
I edited the video

Music by Skinny Puppy

Im not monetizing, I just brainfart.

#skatekata

Its at the point where I need to start working on jumping to catch with both feet again. The board is huge,heavy,spins & flips slow so it takes a lot of extra effort with these blown out knees, bolted together ankle & 40 years on this rock but today, I put my foot down...

#skatekata
#adultfullonsetrickets

Action shot by @navarroomatt
Ollie Airwalk
@konaskatepark
Kona Classic 2 - Freestyle Contest
82° w/90% Humidity
#skatekata

Travelog: Kona Classic 2

17 hrs all in from Buffalo to Jacksonville when you include stopping for gas/potty/stretchy/eats (usually 4 of these all in one stops).

This was another mission on a crunch timeline but thats what makes it possible. After working everyday for prob like 30 days straight and fighting a sinus infection for nearly a week leading in, there was a 13 hr sleep with two 2hr naps on the first day off I got which led into the trip. I planned it as leave at 130am Friday morning from Buffalo to get to Jacksonville by 7pm Friday night as the contest for my division was Saturday morning so, I got a hotel for Friday night with plan of maybe taking a 2 hr nap before going to get dinner but instead I used the time to have a 10 hr sleep before going to the contest the next morning. Spent all of Saturday out in the sunny 82 degrees, skating the rollers & flat @konaskateparkbetween hanging out & my runs.
A trip to @alientacojaxwith some of the Freestyle gang was my night cap because I made the mistake of sitting too long so I couldnt rejoin the group for the night session back at Kona (its incredible to ride the rollers under the night sky & lights- must do). So, i did another 10 hr sleep and then hit the road back home on Sunday around noon after stopping at the farmers market. Was back to Buffalo around 6am Monday and went to work at 1pm. Then I was back on the board, training switch after work bc we had a nice 60 degree day before plummeting back into Nebular Ravens Winter for the foreseeable future.

Already talking about Kona Classic 3 for next year which will also be the 50th Anniversary of the park. Really excited to get back on the board as soon as possible and looking forward to the upcoming Freestyle meetups & contests this year.

The difference between "can't" & "won't" is conviction.

#skatekata

So, ive been working myself to death since, idk, last year sometime like April? Well, my math's has mathed where I have the days off (no events happening for me to be booked on, that I know of) and I've had extra gigs come in on top of what I was figuring on so, im pulling the trigger and making the trip back down to @konaskatepark to "compete" in the contest with my friends who I usually only get to see like twice a year, at contests.

Drive a day, hotel, skate for a day, hotel and then drive home the next day. Toby Wildcat is coming with me- my kind of vacation!

I anticipate that this year is going to be pretty nuts with work as its the 250 year anniversary of the USA so, ill be setting it off with Fireworks somewhere for sure and the event calenders are filling up with all the other stuff, who knows I might even work on a movie again!

Like I say all the time, thank you to the people who get me gigs so I can continue this crazy life of mine.

#skatekata

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

Comparing cars I've had or just tested, recently. I drive through all seasons & terrains of the east coast of the US with a bunch of tools.

Had recently:
Kia Soul 2.0 litre 4 cyl 2015- great 5+ years. FWD. Climbed hills, accelerated fast, handled great, lots of cargo space, comfortable, pulled a trailer with it to another state while it was also full of tools (tows 2k lbs). Loved it.

Hyundai Kona N Line 1.2 litre Turbo 4 cyl 2022- I call these Zipper Skippers; Deer Park Ave teens with Civics & GTI's racing for pinks. FWD. Real easy to light up the tires by gasing it too fast from a stop, it wants to go 90 mph, less storage than the Kia Soul, handles well, pretty comfortable but terrible in thick snow/icy mess. Can tow like 1200 lbs but didnt test it.

Tested: Spoiler alert- all Jeeps w/ 4WD variations
Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- reminded me of my 1998 GC but I wound up not liking the adjustable suspension because it made the boaty feeling (fine be me) feel worse and I dont need that kind of off road capability. Everything else was great. Tows 6k lbs or 10k w/v8.

Grand Cherokee Summit 2022 3.6 litre 6 cyl- Had it all for features & feel. Would get a Summit Reserve if i need more cargo in future. New ones are 4 cyl Turbos so, idk about the climb power. Same as above for tow rating.

Cherokee Limited 3.2 litre 6 cyl 2019- these feel like a bigger version of the Kia Soul. Tight handling, good on gas, good acceleration. Love it for a smaller version of Grand Cherokee. 5700 lb tow.

My second ever car was a 1987 Cherokee (steel tank w/straight 6) so that set the standard for me with an SUV type build. After having a 76 Pontiac Ventura, I was back in a Jeep 98 Grand Cherokee that I loved.

Now, I got the word that my loan is finalized for my 2020 Cherokee High Altitude (Premium trim built on the Limited, feels like Lexus interior. Most comfortable seats ever). I never used 4WD growing up on Long Island; here in Buffalo, game changer on the icey snow mess. Bet its great on light trails or beach too. Drove it through snow covered mountain in -7° in middle of night, was never let down. Very happy. Im always in my car so, it matters.

#jeep

You guys remember that time when I was the "owner" of TWO $40k (Orig price when they came out like 5 yrs ago) cars and I said "hey, let's drive em down to Florida!" So I drove down to immediately turn around to drive back within a total time of 3.5 days?

There's a phase of your auto loan where it isn't "finalized" yet BUT you made it far enough in the process that you can drive off the lot bc you have insurance. Well, I had a situation where the loan wouldnt be finalized bc it was filed based on information for my family's house (FL) not my residence (NY) so, the car had to be returned and when I found out that my money would be returned,it meant that I would also be returned to get it, in person. Basically it was a FREE rental car for a month which justified some spending for a mission.

Luckily, my venture buddy @velvetbethanyrecordswas available for the mission (we've driven to/helped people move to numerous states) so, instead of putting money into a rental car to drive back/around locally, I put some other money I had, into financing another car so we drove em down, ditched the one and had a skate quest on the way back- Gulf/Atlantic beaches & 3 world class skateparks while pacing it out by staying at hotels/Airbnb for a few hours each zone, to aslo help me figure out how I can better do these Florida trips I make, multiple times per year.

I picked a hangnail and it got infected so it looked like it would explode but then I took care of it, so it drained. Sorry that was lackluster.

All it took to make this possible was nearly dying in a car accident that destroyed my car, to give me a little boost with the Total Loss payout (reimburse of cars market value), on top of breaking my back endlessly.

Was booked out for the next week by 3 different dispatchers before I even got half way home and was back to work within 12 hrs of completing my 18 hr drive home. We'll see if this loan "finalizes".

#skatekata