On the Rocks... a Blog

New Year Wishes & Free Shipping!

2011-12-30T18:31:00.001-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! HAPPY NEW YEAR! With 2012 upon us (already?!?!) we are looking forward to some more great wheeling - more great events - more great products - and lots more great customers just like you! In celebration of the new year, we're doing an ONLINE ONLY free shipping sale from Saturday, December 31, 2011 to Monday, January 2, 2012. This is an ONLINE ONLY sale, so use the

Metalcloak Turkey Thursday thru Cyber Monday Sale!

2011-11-24T00:54:00.011-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! There is a lot we have to be Thankful for this year --- and at the top of the list is you, our Customers, our Friends. Thanks to you, our growth in 2011 has been a blessing, allowing us to pursue new projects and new ideas, including the revolutionary 6Pak Shocks and the longest travel, bolt-on, suspension systems ever. So we are saying Thanks in a BIG way! One more

Metalcloak Veteran's Day Sale - Just Saying "Thank You"

2011-11-11T10:17:00.001-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! We are proud to honor our Veterans this weekend. So much sacrifice, so much dedication -- truly a standard we should all live by. Throughout history American's Veterans of the Armed Forces have risen to the call to protect Freedom around the world. Freedom that we recognize as the very root of our American Culture - a Culture that can be easily lost if we are not

SEMA, JK Clearance Diagrams, & Pic (Flop) of the Week!

2011-11-03T10:21:00.000-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Sometimes I get all the fun. Sometimes, like this week, I am the one that stays home while the rest of the team is out enjoying SEMA. Its not so bad really. Lots of orders coming in yet it is strangely quiet without the constant interruption from our engineers coming up with more and more great new ideas! Not that I'm complaining... far from it! How often does a

How to Adapt Generic Rockers to Metalcloak Fenders

2011-10-21T11:42:00.000-07:00

For many Jeep owners, one of the first pieces of body armor you put on your rig was a Rocker Protection. Protecting that most vulnerable of body parts, the rocker panels, is definitely a high priority.And like some, you may have purchased yours before you learned about Metalcloak or had any idea that Metalcloak fenders would be on your build plan.But now you want Metalcloak fenders, and your

Off Road Expo, New TJ Gas Tank Skid and the Pic of the Week

2011-10-06T09:02:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! As I'm writing this, the team is packing up all our new products, display materials, and all the stuff we need for this weekend's Lucas Oil Off Road Expo. As I mentioned last week, we have a long list of products to introduce so we hope that if you are anywhere near the SoCal area this weekend, you will stop on by and check out the expo. I will try to post some of the

Reminder: JK Bumper Sale Ends Today!!!!

2011-09-30T10:29:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Just a reminder that the JK FRAME-BUILT BUMPER SALE Ends TODAY!!! This is your LAST CHANCE to save 15% on JK Bumpers!!! Click Here to order yours: http://www.metalcloak.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=150 See you on the rocks... or not! Matson "Matsonian" Breakey MetalCloak.com 916-631-8071 Twitter: twitter.com/metalcloakFacebook: facebook.com/metalcloakYouTube:

JK Bumper Sales Ends Friday, NEW Selectable Bump Stops, Off Road Expo, & Pic of the Week

2011-09-28T16:11:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! JUST A QUICK REMINDER!The JK Frame-Built Bumper Sale ENDS FRIDAY! CLICK HERE TO BUILD YOUR OWN! As you can no doubt tell, having seen recent posts on our Facebook page, we are all excited about the upcoming Lucas Oil Off Road Expo. Organized by Family Events, the Off Road Expo is one of the premier events on the West Coast featuring virtually every major player in

We Will Never Forget... NEVER!

2011-09-11T06:02:00.001-07:00

Friends,Ten years ago, the politicians in DC (and citizens across the nation) were pre-occupied with debates on education reform, airlines that didn't seem to care about its passengers (2001 Airline Passengers Bill of Rights), and the ramifications of the .com bust.Then, on September 11, 2001, none of that mattered any more.When the Twin Towers were hit by that first Jet, it set off a chain of

Ultra-4 Stampede, 6Pak Kits, Pic of the Week

2011-09-08T17:27:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!Let me tell you, it is truly fun being a part of this industry. Not only do I get to go to all kinds of great events like the Cantina for the Con during Labor Day weekend, but upcoming events like the Ultra 4 Stampede and Wheelers for the Wounded on the Rubicon. With every event I attend, not only do I get to share great stories and run awesome trails, but, most

Labor Day FREE SHIPPING Sale from MetalCloak!

2011-09-02T16:46:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Just a quick note to let you know that we are doing our FREE SHIPPING SALE again this weekend. In this tough economic time and in recognition of all you hard-working wheelers out there, we figured Labor Day weekend was a perfect time to help you out. This weekend, from Friday, September 2 at 5:00 PM PST to Monday, September 5 at Midnight PST, all orders OVER $1000 will

Cantina for the Con is back - over $15,000 in prizes!

2011-08-29T16:26:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Just a quick reminder for those of you in the know, and for those of you who aren't familiar with it, this coming weekend is the return of the Cantina for the Con, a fiesta of fun at the Loon Lake Spillway, the entrance to the World Famous Rubicon Trail. The proceeds from this family-fun event benefits the Rubicon Trail Foundation and all its efforts to keep the Rubicon

JK Rear Tire Carrier Prototype, Upcoming 6Pak Kits & Pic of the Week

2011-08-18T19:02:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! It's been a crazy couple weeks here at the MetalCloak World Headquarters! The pre-release of the revolutionary 6Pak shocks in conjunction with our growing list of innovative products for suspension systems has kept us extremely busy on the forums and phones answer all your outstanding questions... and we're loving it! This week is short and simple with a view of our

After the Jamboree, 6Pak Update, Pic of the Week, and More!

2011-08-04T18:11:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! First let me say thank you to all who took advantage of our good mood and the Rare Free Shipping Sale... there is definitely no limit of customers waiting for a deal. However, the free shipping sale is over and, as before, the next one, if there is a next one, will be many months away. This week I wanted to share some of our pics from the 59th Annual Jeepers Jamboree on

FREE SHIPPING ends today!

2011-07-31T15:31:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Just a quick reminder that the RARE Free Shipping Sale ends Today at Midnight Pacific Time. This Online Only Sale is for the Lower 48 States with a minimum purchase of $500. Just use the online code EMFREESHIP711 So if there is anything you were thinking of getting NOW is the time! Because, as you know, when our sales are over, they are over and rarely pop up again. See

Jeeper's Jamboree, 6Paks & Free Shipping!

2011-07-27T19:16:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! In celebration of the 59th Annual Jeeper's Jamboree (the Grandaddy of them All) ---- or moreso a celebration of the office being closed while we run the Rubicon with hundreds of other awesome people --- we are having one of those RARE events.... a MetalCloak FREE SHIPPING SALE! Details below.... MetalCloak Fram-Built Bumpers..."The Best Bumper for Off (& On)

Randy Avery's Run at the Nor Cal Rock Races

2011-07-26T09:54:00.000-07:00

Randy raced Round 2 of the Nor Cal Rock Races at Prairie City, California, running on 33" General Tire Grabbers, just to see what he could do... here's his first heat.While he won the first heat, his luck did not hold on the next couple heats. However, we still love Randy!

Off-roading Terms

2011-07-21T14:01:00.000-07:00

Listed below are some common off-roading terms for those just entering into the 4x4 off-roading world compliments of FourWheeler.com and Woodpark-offroad.com. ABS. Anti-lock braking system; prevents wheels locking under maximum braking. Works on the principle of braking a wheel until it just begins to skid (this is the

Bumper Progress, Upcoming Events & My Own Pic of the Week

2011-07-14T18:31:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Thank you all to the great response to our Frame-Built Bumper Sale.

Bumper Sale Ends Thursday (& Sneak Peak at Rear Bumper)

2011-06-29T18:11:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Just wanted to send out a quick reminder that the Frame-Built Bumper Sale for CJ/YJ/TJ/LJ/JK bumpers ends tomorrow (Thursday, June 30). And as you know from our history, when we end a sale, we don't go back. So, for the next 24 hours, you can still get a JK Frame-Built Bumper for 25% Off! or a CJ/YJ/TJ/LJ bumper for 15% Off! Check out the products, put them in the cart

Just a Day For Cool New Stuff!

2011-06-22T17:52:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! With Summer upon us and the Jeeping Season well under way, we at MetalCloak have been working fast and furious to meet all the incredible demand for our Rock-Biting Body Armor. Not only from our growing customers here in the USA, but our new customers in Austrailia, South Africa, Dubai and even Japan (Yep, they wheel in Japan!) All the great success and new products we

How to Fix Your Hood if it Rubs on the MetalCloak Fenders

2011-06-22T14:15:00.000-07:00

Some customers have asked about their hoods rubbing on the MetalCloak fenders, so I wanted to share with you here why that happens and how to easily fix it.As it is with most Jeep parts, the hoods tend to vary Jeep to Jeep. Lay 10 hoods side by side and you will see slight differences in shape on each hood.It is just part of the character of these stamped parts. Over the last couple years, we've

JK OWNERS: 25% Off On All Bumpers!

2011-04-14T11:47:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! If you own a JK or are thinking about a JK, one of the first modifications you will consider is replacing the stock front bumper. But, with literally dozens of companies to choose from, where do you start? To help you with that decision, MetalCloak is running a 25% Off Sale on our JK Frame-Built Bumper System. With over 200 possible configurations, there is bound to be

Come Join Us at Moab Easter Jeep Safari!

2011-04-06T17:36:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! GREAT NEWS! If you are a fan of our Facebook Page, you've probably already heard what we're doing at Moab Easter Jeep Safari this year. If not, well here it is: We decided to gather some of our closest friends (that's you) together for a unique run on a unique trail on Wednesday, April 20. This is a great opportunity to go out and have fun and make some great memories

REMINDER: 20% Frame-Built Bumper Sale Ends Thursday, March 31!

2011-03-30T17:31:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! A quick reminder that the Frame-Built Bumper 20% Off Sale for CJ/YJ/TJ/LJ Bumpers Ends Thursday, March 31, 2011! So now is the time to pull the trigger and add a MetalCloak Frame-Built Bumper to your rig! With dozens of options and over 600 possible configurations, the perfect bumper for your style and your wheeling needs is only a click away. And check out the new

VOTE NOW: The MetalCloak Sponsorship Challenge is ON!

2011-03-26T14:01:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!Its On! Over the last three months, many of you have used our Online Rig Sponsorship Request form to ask for help from MetalCloak in building your rig. The entries are in, and now its time for the members of JeepForum.com to vote on which Jeep is most deserving of a MetalCloak sponsorship. To learn more about the competition go to the JeepForum thread and VOTE NOW. Here

King of the Hammers and Sponsoring Your Jeep

2011-02-07T05:27:00.001-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Four Words... KING OF THE HAMMERS. Are you going? If not, stay tuned to our facebook page where we will ATTEMPT to keep you updated on the happenings. Of course that is all based on whether or not we can find that slippery cell signal! You can also get excellent coverage on Pirate4x4.com -- http://pirate4x4.com/king-of-the-hammers-2011/index.php King of the Hammers

Your Favorite Events, Winner of the Hoodie, Bumper Sale & Pic of the Week

2011-01-27T13:58:00.000-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! What is they say? Every day living is another day for wheelin! And there seems to be no lack of wheeling opportunities. We just returned from Winter Fun Fest, only to be faced with the Southwest Crawlfest and now the King of the Hammers (KOH)! And while KOH is not about you and I wheeling as much as it is about seeing the racing carnage, it is still a great

Q: What is the difference between Genright's HiLines and MetalCloak Tube Fenders.

2011-01-15T17:25:00.000-08:00

A: Quite a bit.We get this question a lot.Not only with Gen-Right but with other manufacturers as well. So over the next couple months, I will be posting some general differences here. Differences that are not just our opinion, but, like in the case of Gen-Right, are taken right out of their website, marketing materials, or installation instructions.----------First let me say that style is style.

Upcoming Events, Cold Weather Gear and the Pic (Mag Cover) of the Week!

2011-01-13T18:16:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year Rock-Biting Jeepers! I love this season! At MetalCloak we are finally getting refueled after a first place Christmas Season that lapped an already spectacular 2010... but the pit stop is only momentary as we race into 2011 full throttle, pinning it to the floor, enjoying this wild ride for the New Year and, honestly, we're glad to have you riding shotgun! (Okay, I've got racing on

Wheeling in the New Year, Hoodies are Here, Pic of the Week!

2010-12-29T14:22:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year Rock-Biting Jeepers! We hope your Christmas was spectacular and your New Year Celebration plans are well under way. Here at MetalCloak we wanted to take a moment and reflect on the last year, and how much your support, feedback and ethusiasm has meant to us. Opening our doors on January 5, 2009, we had no idea where we would be in two years. But we were blessed with a cool product,

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

2010-12-25T09:23:00.001-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!We've truly been blessed this year with incredible growth and support from customers and friends and off-roading enthusiasts like you.As we continue to innovate and develop new products across the off-roading platforms, we do so knowing that our goal, our job, is to wow you. We will never be a me-too company. We will never settle for mediocrity. You've shown us that

Christmas Wishes, TJ of the Year, JK Pic of the Week, and More!

2010-12-20T17:41:00.001-08:00

Merry Christmas Rock-Biting Jeepers! Christmas is almost here and we hope you are staying warm, avoiding the Christmas crowds and having a Merry old time whether you are staying home this year or heading out for some Winter wheeling. Either way, let me say it loud and clear... MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! TJ OF THE YEAR CONTEST... No, this is not our contest. BUT if you are a member

Win a JK, Christmas Deadlines, Beanies are Here, Pic of the Week & More!

2010-12-09T16:51:00.001-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!With Christmas only a couple weeks away, orders have been coming in daily -- We hope you are one of the lucky ones getting a little MetalCloak under the tree! Remember to Follow us on Facebook for ultimate updates, great specials and more: facebook.com/metalcloak CHRISTMAS DEADLINES... We've already passed the deadline for orders to be delivered before Christmas.

Blue Ribbon Ebay Auction, Limited Edition Tees, & More!

2010-12-01T12:08:00.001-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Thank you to all of you who took advantage of the Free Shipping weekend sale! It was a great and fun weekend! Remember to post pics of your completed rig on our Facebook page or on your favorite forum! A few things going on this week including Blue Ribbon Coalition's annual Christmas Fundraising Event. See more below. BLUE RIBBON COALITION AUCTION... Every year the

Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Bumpers, Tees & More

2010-11-25T02:32:00.001-08:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! First let me give you a big, warm, Happy Turkey Day!!!! (aka, Happy Thanksgiving). We hope your Thanksgiving is a warm one full of family, friends, and many moments of thanks. We would personally like to give thanks to all the courageous men and women who will not make it home to see their families as they serve to protect Freedom around the world. God Bless all of you

Randy's Rollover, Garage Sale, JK Giveaway, Bumpers & Pic of the Week

2010-11-10T18:16:00.001-08:00

Two weeks ago we shared Randy Avery's win at the NorCal Rock Races, this week we're sharing another spectacular Randy Avery moment... the Rollover during the VORRA Ultra4 Races at Prairie City... check it out on YouTube (the first video is his win of Moto #1, beating Kevin Yoder, the second video is the Roll (videos courtesy of Team Yoder)... THE WIN: http://www.youtube.com/metalcloak#p/a/f/

Win a JK, Upcoming Events, Team MetalCloak Racing, & Pic of the Week

2010-10-28T17:06:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!We've had an incredible week after Randy Avery's win at the Nor Cal Rock Races and the ongoing release of our JK Overline Tube Fenders and Rock Biting Body Armor. But with the Holiday Season upon us, its time to announce a new program, one that we've never done before, and I am not sure if anyone has... we call it "We'll Help You Win A JK" (clever, huh?). How does it

JK Overline Fenders, CJ Pics, Bumper Sale, and the Pic (Race) of the Week

2010-10-21T05:41:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Its been a long time coming, and many of you have showed extreme patience as worked diligently to meet your expectations, but finally, they are here. The JK Body Armor by MetalCloak, featuring the Overline Fenders! We are also sharing some pics this week of an awesome CJ sporting MetalCloak Fenders, Rocker Rails and Rock-Biting Corner Guards. And finally,

Team MetalCloak takes the Flag at NorCal Rock Races 2010

2010-10-18T22:38:00.001-07:00

Team MetalCloak, led by the fearless Randy Avery, smoked the competition at the NorCal Rock Races on October 16, 2010 at the Prairie City SVRA.Here is the winning race...

JK no longer means Just Kidding - JK Tube Fenders by MetalCloak

2010-10-10T21:26:00.000-07:00

As many of you know, our founding company, Rev111, was not only the innovators behind the incredible Arched Tube Fenders, but, as it turns out, they were also recognized as the first developer of Tube Fenders for the JK.While, as MetalCloak, we never took those JK fenders into production, it was great to know we had such awesome heritage.Like everything we do, we knew we could develop a better

Off Road Expo - The Road to JK

2010-10-07T12:48:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!For those of you even remotely close to Southern California, I hope you can make it to the Lucas Oil Off Road Expo in Pomona this weekend. With new management, new sponsors and new enthusiasm, it is promising to be one of the best Expo's in years! And of course, all the attention is on the release of the MetalCloak Rock Biting Body Armor fo the JK platform... I mean, why

New Product Updates, Off Road Expo, Pic (Flop) of the Week & More

2010-09-20T15:27:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! As usual, there is a lot happening at MetalCloak as we get ready for Off Road Expo in Pomona, California coming October 9 & 10. If you haven't been to Off Road Expo, it truly is the show of shows on the West Coast. This will be our second venture to Expo since opening the doors in January 2009, and our presence has expanded exponentially. Not only will we be in a

Cantina for the Con, 2010 -- Taco, Nachos & More

2010-09-07T15:52:00.000-07:00

We had a great time at Cantina for the Con 2010! Congrats to the organizers for raising over $29,000 for the Rubicon Trail Foundation.Held annually in the Spillway at Loon Lake (Entrance to the Rubicon Trail), vendors lined the magnificent granite walls while hungry wheelers lined up for some tasty chicken and beef tacos.MetalCloak worked together with our friends at Rubicon Express to maximize

Guest Blog Post: The Jeep that Saved The Day

2010-08-27T17:30:00.001-07:00

The Jeep That Saved the Dayand our lives By Del & Stacie Albright The trucker behind us on I-80 near Truckee, CA, said he figured we were goners when the Jeep made the FIRST 360 at 55 MPH on the freeway with the jeep trailer coming disconnected yet upright, held only by the safety chain. Then when he saw me steer out of that for the SECOND spin with the trailer headed sideways and still

MetalCloak Fender and Bumper Painting

2010-08-27T10:51:00.000-07:00

The Red Rubi Build, An Updated Report

2010-08-24T22:43:00.001-07:00

Fans of MetalCloak products have been part of an ongoing drum-beat heard around the world since we opened our doors early in 2009.In fact, as early as Summer, 2009, we started hearing the first taps of what would become a unmistakable call... a call amongst latter day Wrangler owners everywhere... a call for the engineers at MetalCloak to apply the same meticulous design and creativity that is

How to Clean Up "Rock Rash" on your Powdercoat

2010-08-01T22:44:00.000-07:00

If you have a question that is not answered on FAQ page, maybe we can answer it for you here.Q: What does MetalCloak recommend for covering up scratched powdercoat?A: Rustoleum Black Textured Paint... details below.So, you bought MetalCloak Rock-Biting Body Armor for your Jeep and now you have the best Tube Fender, Rockers, Corner Guards and Bumpers available on your rig.But it it Body Armor,

Sales Ending, CJ Body Armor, Jeepers Jamboree, Garage Sales & Pic of the Week

2010-07-27T20:01:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! Wow, after an incredible 4-day weekend at the 58th Annual Jeepeers Jamboree, we are back in the drivers seat and ready to throttle up through another great week of new products and new news, including the end of our Storewide 10% Sale in July 31, 2010. NEW WEBSITE... The New Website is coming along and we are asking all of you to check it out and let us know what you

JK Bumpers, New Website, Jeepers Jamboree and the Pic of the Week!

2010-07-16T12:20:00.001-07:00

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers! There's a lot happening at MetalCloak these days and its about time that I shared a bit of it with you! NEW WEBSITE... If you've visited MetalCloak.com recently, you might have been suprised to see big

The Declaration of Independence

2010-07-04T12:54:00.000-07:00

IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of AmericaWhen in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the

What it takes to change a website.

2010-06-18T07:34:00.000-07:00

As I write this it is 7:30 am on a Friday morning. I know that because that is what the little digital widget clock on my laptop says. But somewhere around 3:00 AM I lost track of time. Why was I up at three?Two simple words... Website Implementation.Several months ago, we realized that we needed to update our website. The previous one was cool and all, but as a sales tool, it was not that