I’m thinking about getting the Outer Banks for comfort and a nice ride on long road trips. Is this the better choice? Or would the Black Diamond be just as comfortable, but with better off-road capabilities? I’m more into comfort and street driving. Thanks for any advice.
The Black Diamond only comes with the mid package, but with the Outer Banks, you can upgrade to the high or lux package and even get leather seats. So, if comfort is your main goal, Outer Banks with at least the high package is the way to go. Black Diamond is more off-road-focused, similar to the Big Bend but with extra off-road features.
Howie said:
The Black Diamond only comes with the mid package, but with the Outer Banks, you can upgrade to the high or lux package and even get leather seats. So, if comfort is your main goal, Outer Banks with at least the high package is the way to go. Black Diamond is more off-road-focused, similar to the Big Bend but with extra off-road features.
Thanks, that’s what I figured. Appreciate it! 
Howie said:
The Black Diamond only comes with the mid package, but with the Outer Banks, you can upgrade to the high or lux package and even get leather seats. So, if comfort is your main goal, Outer Banks with at least the high package is the way to go. Black Diamond is more off-road-focused, similar to the Big Bend but with extra off-road features.
Thanks, that’s what I figured. Appreciate it!
Also, consider adding the optional locking rear differential to the Outer Banks. That way, you’ll get more off-road capability without losing the comfort.
Howie said:
The Black Diamond only comes with the mid package, but with the Outer Banks, you can upgrade to the high or lux package and even get leather seats. So, if comfort is your main goal, Outer Banks with at least the high package is the way to go. Black Diamond is more off-road-focused, similar to the Big Bend but with extra off-road features.
Thanks, that’s what I figured. Appreciate it!
Yeah, it depends on what you want. The Outer Banks won’t handle off-roading as well as the Black Diamond, but if off-roading isn’t a big deal for you, go for the Outer Banks and maybe a hard top.
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
FrankMathews said:
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
Only necessary if you plan on hardcore off-roading. Otherwise, a rear locker is usually enough.
FrankMathews said:
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
Only necessary if you plan on hardcore off-roading. Otherwise, a rear locker is usually enough.
Having 35s gives you better clearance, which is great for anyone new to off-roading.
RichardMiller said:
FrankMathews said:
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
Only necessary if you plan on hardcore off-roading. Otherwise, a rear locker is usually enough.
Having 35s gives you better clearance, which is great for anyone new to off-roading.
True, but it does make road handling worse.
Jacobmartins said:
RichardMiller said:
FrankMathews said:
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
Only necessary if you plan on hardcore off-roading. Otherwise, a rear locker is usually enough.
Having 35s gives you better clearance, which is great for anyone new to off-roading.
True, but it does make road handling worse.
Yeah, that’s fair. Still works well enough for me on the road.
RichardMiller said:
Jacobmartins said:
RichardMiller said:
FrankMathews said:
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
Only necessary if you plan on hardcore off-roading. Otherwise, a rear locker is usually enough.
Having 35s gives you better clearance, which is great for anyone new to off-roading.
True, but it does make road handling worse.
Yeah, that’s fair. Still works well enough for me on the road.
So if off-roading isn’t your main thing, wouldn’t it be smarter to skip the Sasquatch package for better road handling and gas mileage?
Jacobmartins said:
RichardMiller said:
Jacobmartins said:
RichardMiller said:
FrankMathews said:
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
Only necessary if you plan on hardcore off-roading. Otherwise, a rear locker is usually enough.
Having 35s gives you better clearance, which is great for anyone new to off-roading.
True, but it does make road handling worse.
Yeah, that’s fair. Still works well enough for me on the road.
So if off-roading isn’t your main thing, wouldn’t it be smarter to skip the Sasquatch package for better road handling and gas mileage?
Pretty much, but let’s be real… no one buys a Bronco for the gas mileage.
FrankMathews said:
Outer Banks for sure. You can add the Sasquatch package if you want to do more serious off-roading.
Only necessary if you plan on hardcore off-roading. Otherwise, a rear locker is usually enough.
We have an Outer Banks without Sasquatch. It came with more aggressive gearing and a rear locker, plus we added 35s and Sasquatch takeoff wheels. It handles really well for what we need.
You’re comparing two different beasts. Outer Banks is like a mall crawler, while Black Diamond is built more for off-road.
grace said:
You’re comparing two different beasts. Outer Banks is like a mall crawler, while Black Diamond is built more for off-road.
What’s a mall crawler?
grace said:
You’re comparing two different beasts. Outer Banks is like a mall crawler, while Black Diamond is built more for off-road.
What’s a mall crawler?
It’s a vehicle that rarely, if ever, sees dirt. Mostly used for city driving.
Magdaline said:
grace said:
You’re comparing two different beasts. Outer Banks is like a mall crawler, while Black Diamond is built more for off-road.
What’s a mall crawler?
It’s a vehicle that rarely, if ever, sees dirt. Mostly used for city driving.
Got it! Like a trailer queen?
grace said:
Magdaline said:
grace said:
You’re comparing two different beasts. Outer Banks is like a mall crawler, while Black Diamond is built more for off-road.
What’s a mall crawler?
It’s a vehicle that rarely, if ever, sees dirt. Mostly used for city driving.
Got it! Like a trailer queen?
Kind of. But hey, the Outer Banks is still a solid Bronco, just more geared towards street use. We ended up picking the Black Diamond because the waterproof interior is perfect for kids and dogs.
Black Diamond all the way!
grace said:
You’re comparing two different beasts. Outer Banks is like a mall crawler, while Black Diamond is built more for off-road.
What are you saying? All Bronco trims are pretty capable off-road, aren’t they?