When you hear “Kane Creek,” think high-stakes rock crawling, off-camber climbs, and creek crossings that test your build and your patience. For Nate from Dirt Lifestyle and the crew at the Nitto run during Easter Jeep Safari, it was a full-day grind through one of Moab’s most thrilling trails.
This isn’t just a trail ride—it’s an endurance test. Rated a 7/10 in difficulty, Kane Creek usually takes 3–4 hours for a well-built group. But on a high-traffic day like this one, you’re looking at 8+ hours of technical wheeling, tight lines, and moments that leave even seasoned off-roaders asking, “Should we just winch?”
Out here, heat is more than a temperature—it’s a constant. From steep descents to mud-soaked recovery moments, your brakes take a beating. That’s why the R1 team doesn’t roll out without R1 PERFORMANCE Off-Road/Tow Series Brake Pads and R1 GEO-Carbon Series Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors. Together, they provide:
💡 Pro Tip: R1 PERFORMANCE Off-Road/Tow Series Brake Pads with R1 GEO-Carbon Series Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors ensures your system stays cooler—especially during repeated brake applications on descents like Kane’s off-camber switchbacks.
At one point, Nate and the team encountered a jam at the creek crossing—just one vehicle had made it through, and it would take 5+ hours to winch 30 more. Instead, the R1 crew pushed forward through the slick terrain, navigating high lines and tricky climbs with zero broken parts, only minor body dings, and a whole lot of grit.
Even as snow flurried down mid-trail and scratches stacked up, their braking systems held firm. Whether crawling up ledges or holding steady in a descent, this ride proved just how critical the right brakes are for off-road survival.
At R1 Concepts, we design braking systems that meet the demands of real drivers—not just lab conditions. Whether you’re daily driving or deep into Utah’s backcountry, our rotors and pads are engineered for safety, reliability, and performance when it matters most.
From Moab’s rocks to your weekend trails, we’ve got the gear that stops you when others won’t.
Kane Creek didn’t hand out any freebies. It took hours, teamwork, and the kind of stopping power only R1 Concepts delivers. No trail is too rugged when you ride with brakes built for the extremes.
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