Life Wide Open with CboysTV

Episode: "CboysTV on Riding In Heavy D's Blackhawk Helicopter"

Release Date: November 7, 2023
Hosts: CJ, Ben, Ryan, Ken, Evan, Micah

Episode Overview

The CboysTV crew celebrates their 100th podcast episode with a mix of wild behind-the-scenes stories, especially from their recent trip to the Glamis Dunes and Vegas. The group dives deep into their experiences at one of the most legendary offroad events in the U.S., relives the adrenaline rush of flying in Heavy D’s Blackhawk helicopter, discusses fan encounters, business and gift-giving, the oddities of running into a Big Bird costume character, and the nuances of Midwest vs. West Coast powersports culture. All with the group’s signature chaos, hilarity, and genuine camaraderie.

Key Discussion Points & Timestamps

1. Celebrating 100 Episodes & Podcast Reflections

• The team expresses gratitude for making it to 100 episodes, sharing thoughts on their journey and fan engagement.
• [01:11] D: "I can't believe we made it 100 episodes."
• [01:25] A: "How about that? We appreciate everybody that's been listening along for a hundred episodes..."

2. Glamis Dunes: The Ultimate Offroad Gathering

• Overview of Glamis for those who don’t know—massive sand dunes, legendary offroad scene.
• [02:22] A: "We were traveling... We were down in Southern California, Glamis, the middle of the desert..."
• [02:56] B: "As I know, it's the biggest sand event in the United States."
• Vivid descriptions of the sensation, chaos, and spectacle at Glamis.
• [04:45] D: "It was the craziest thing I've ever seen... zigzagging in the truck through a bunch of campsites... trying to avoid getting hit by razors..."

Memorable Moment

• [07:51] D (paraphrased by Ryan): "Driving Glamis at night feels like being inside a pinball machine. Lights, sounds, dust everywhere."
  • [07:51] D: “Light, lights and sounds and everything coming at you at once. And then we went to Vegas afterwards and it felt tame... because it was so much wilder.”

3. YouTuber Encounters & Riding Groups

• Glamis as a hub for action sports YouTubers–Cletus, Buttery, Side-by-Side Blog, Blake Wilkie, and more.
• Discussion of how different riding crews (dirt bike, side by side) stick to their own styles and “tribal” groupings.
• [09:07] C: "Quite the YouTuber hub though. Heavy Cletus was there..."
• [10:13] D: "People come up to me and compliment my riding abilities while Evan was also riding... He wasn't getting compliments—he was salty."

4. The Blackhawk Helicopter Ride with Heavy D

• CboysTV’s most epic adventure: flying in Heavy D’s Blackhawk helicopter.
• [12:14] C: "I was the most bummed about that, that I didn't get to be there for the Blackhawk ride, because that looked so fun."
• [12:16] B: "The Blackhawk ride was the... most awesome thing I've ever gotten to be a part of."

Memorable Quotes

• [12:56] A: "I'm so glad there wasn't like, 'oh yeah, this is just another day.' I would have been like, damn!"
• [13:41] A: "I was not trying to be the guy to throw up in a heavy D helicopter, I'll tell you that much."
• [13:54] C/B: Debate on whether flying a helicopter or hitting big motorcycle jumps is scarier.

5. Gift-Giving & Sentimental Stories

• Ben receives a custom Lamborghini cup holder from Mike as a surprise, leading to a discussion about the best gifts they’ve received.
• [15:50] D: "Thank you, Mike."
• [19:04] A: "My parents got me a GameCube when I was like nine. That shit rocked my world, dude."
• [19:38] B: “My grandpa shows up, my first quad... and he was just as happy as I was.”

6. Fan Interactions: Mini-Me Crews and Wild Adventures

• CboysTV fans drive hours and sleep in trucks to meet the group.
• [22:24] D: "We came here, we slept in our truck last night. We were trying to find you."
• Breakdown-prone bikes, sandstorms, and familiar youthful energy in fans parallel the early days of CboysTV.

7. Vegas: The Sphere, Robots, and Luxury Goggles

• Recap of visiting The Sphere in Las Vegas—a massive 360° immersive theatre and lifelike robots.
• [27:41] D: “It feels like you’re watching it basically in a 360 spaceship that’s like going through these valleys...”
• [28:24] D: “They had robots that were like really... the future is coming fast...”

Iconic Exchange

• [29:26] C: "It just knew—it was a literal person, man. It's just like the movie iRobot."
• [29:52] B: “The one lady was like, ‘Can you guys step back? The robot's a little scared right now.’”

8. West Coast (Cali) Rippers vs. Midwest Style

• Commentary on cultural differences in off-roading, riding style, drinking, party culture, and gear between California and Minnesota riders.
• [40:42] C: “I feel like those California guys... they're just nuts, man.”
• [41:51] C: “That's what I'm saying... most of the girls, they're on the pitters, just no gear.”

9. Random Chaos: Big Bird in the Desert & Collision Stories

• The crew has a bizarre encounter with a guy in a full Big Bird costume.
• [34:37] B: “He can't hardly see out of the thing. There’s like literally razors flying by the way he’s walking.”
• Ryan shares a story about being hit by a 9-year-old on a quad in the Glamis campground.
• [38:13] A: "I'm driving along... I just hear a clunk in the side of the truck... There's a nine-year-old on a little raptor that just ran into me!"

10. Car Theft & Vehicle Trends

• Dodge (Mopar) vehicle thefts—especially Hellcats and TRXs getting stolen via electronic hacking.
• [43:43] A: "Another guy at SEMA, his TRX got stolen from the airport."
• [44:02] E: "He finally pulls up with an iPad... and he's in after a couple minutes."

11. Car Buying, Vipers, and Switching to Electric

• Discussion about the accessibility and financing of Hellcats, desirability of Vipers, market appreciation, and Ryan considering an EV.
• [47:18] D: "Yeah, that Viper ACR... You better pull a trig soon."
• [48:06] A: "I might be joining the EV gang too. Hopefully tomorrow."

12. Bowling Feats and Reflections on Hobbies

• Ryan shares his improbable bowling streak (six strikes in a row), inciting amazement and hilarity.
• [49:29] B: "Six strikes in a row. It was nuts."
• Reflection on bowling’s decline, pickleball's rise—and its surprisingly high injury rate.
• [53:08] C: "Pickleball causes the most amount of injuries because so many people can play it..."

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [13:41] A: "I was not trying to be the guy to throw up in a heavy D helicopter, I'll tell you that much."
• [12:16] B: "The Blackhawk ride was... the most awesome thing I've ever gotten to be a part of..."
• [07:51] D (paraphrased by Ryan): "Driving Glamis at night feels like being inside a pinball machine."
• [19:38] B: “My grandpa shows up... my first quad... I was just like, I can't believe Grandpa's like, probably the best.”
• [34:37] B: “He can't hardly see out of the thing. There’s like literally razors flying by the way he’s walking.”
• [28:24] D: “...robots that were really too robotic... you better be careful, bro. The future is coming fast.”
• [53:08] C: "Pickleball causes the most amount of injuries because so many people can play it..."

The Crew’s Signature Tone and Style

High-energy, candid, and relentlessly funny, the Cboys drop playful jabs at each other and themselves, often self-deprecating (“I was not trying to be the guy to throw up...”). Their stories are full of random, unexpected moments: from a kid colliding with their truck, to run-ins with Big Bird and sandstorms, to high-strung luxury shopping sprees. There’s also a refreshing gratitude and sincerity in their reflection on fan support, their journey as content creators, and moments spent together.

Recap by Major Segments (Timestamps)

• Intro & 100th Episode Party (00:22–01:30)
• Glamis Dunes Madness & YouTuber Hangouts (02:22–09:55)
• Crazy Night Rides & Pinball Machine Analogy (07:51–09:08)
• Blackhawk Adventure & Heavy D’s Hospitality (11:00–14:30)
• Gift Giving and Stories from Childhood (15:10–20:42)
• Meeting Fans & Fellow Crews (22:24–24:50)
• Vegas: Sphere, Robots, and Designer Goggles (26:56–30:50)
• Cultural Observations: Cali Vibes vs. Midwest (40:42–42:31)
• Wild Desert Encounters: Big Bird & Collisions (34:31–40:38)
• Car Thefts, Hellcat Culture & Mopar (43:40–47:08)
• Bowling Exploits & Pickleball Dangers (49:29–53:41)

Final Thoughts

This milestone episode of Life Wide Open is a microcosm of why CboysTV is beloved: authentic friendship, wild storytelling, hilarious misadventures, surprising insight—and a genuine appreciation for their community. Whether you’re here for wild off-road stories, YouTube business banter, or just to feel like you’re part of the crew, it’s a delightfully chaotic ride.

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