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Originally posted by Alpine Spirit:
Hey dude you really need to get out more!! That one above is Hells Gate in Moab (he has taken his into many hardcore trails). It all comes down to what are you willing to do. If you are not willing to go hardcore than you are "Escalade pimp mobile" per your quote. If you are willing to try then you will be astounded where you can go in stock form.

I have seen 05s go where many "hardcore" people I know will not go. It is all up to you and your driving ability [Smoking] .
Ehh, I know where you're coming from dude, but, it's not ALL up to you and your driving ability. Let's face it, Calmini isn't going to charge 3 grand for a lift all for the guys that just don't have the maneuvering skills. Yes, the stock X is sufficient for many spots, but you guys are getting way too far off topic. If I wanted to go with "bling" I would've put some big wheels on it and lower profile tires. I did go up in tire size to what I feel is reasonable for the stock height. If there was a lift available, I would've bought bigger tires. I don't think my choice in wheels is affecting my ability on the trail. Hell, if I wanted something to do some SERIOUS off-roading, I certainly wouldn't have bought an '05 X, a vehicle with virtually no aftermarket support.