Post by: Toro on November 17, 2015, 08:28:49 PM
2m Simplex 146.535
CB 17
Safe travels everyone. See you guys real soon.
*********UPDATE*********
We just recieved the digital permit, from the preserve, and have been granted a permit for 20 vehicles. Top 5 standby list holders are now in.
Please acknowledge and confirm attendance + # of passangers on this thread.
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Greetings all.
We are 5 months out and would like to start planning the Mojave Road Trip. This will be a three day, two night, trip going East to West starting in Laughlin and heading towards Barstow.
This run will be capped at 20 rigs and 40 people. If the list fills up, a wait list will be started.
If your interested in joining, please post up + any passengers.
More details to come......lots more.
Thanks
1. Randy + Nilda / Confirmed
2. Jayrat / Confirmed
3. Knightrider / Confirmed
4. SteveC + 1 / Confirmed
5. Motopig77 + 1 / Confirmed
6. JFanaselle + 1 / Confirmed
7. xxSVxx + 1 / Confirmed
8. Alex / Confirmed
9. Celt + 1 / Confirmed
10. RikRong + 1 / Confirmed
11. FBinSD + 1 / Confirmed
12. CAWoody / Confirmed
13. Toro + 4 / you know it!
14. Gtarango97 + 2 / Confirmed
15. SCUBAdale713 + 2 / Confirmed
16. CarJeep + 1 / Confimed
17. TrailBreaker / Confirmed
18. Yota-Spy / Confirmed
19. FierceX / Confirmed
20. (Sir)JohnofFullerton / Confirmed
Standby List
1.
2.
The plan is to head into Laughlin on Thursday the 21st. Stay at hotel/camp. Hit the road Friday the 22nd. Camp Friday and Saturday night along the road. Finish road on Sunday the 24th.
No real wheeling, just a desert trip and camping through a historical, 120 mile, desert road.
We would be starting at the AVI Casino, on the morning of the 22nd and head west.
This is stock (running boards and mud flaps style) and family friendly.
Due to permits for large groups, this run is capped at 20 vehicles and 40 people.
Life happens and people always cancel. If you have interest in this run, get added to the stand by list. Odds are, someone's lama will eat an 8 ball, get an in grow toe nail or the inlaws will show up for the weekend.
We will not run a second smaller group to circumvent the permit.
The AVI Casino is located at
10000 Aha Macau Pkwy,
Laughlin, NV 89029
We will meet in the parking to get together and meet and great. There is a gas station and a convenience store in the parking lot of the AVI. Ice, beer, gas, beer, snacks and beer will be available.
I would like to roll out at 1100 at the latest. Please be gassed up and ready to roll around 1030. It will take time to get a group this big going. Then we have to account for the buried phone.
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Post by: Toro on November 17, 2015, 08:29:02 PM
............
Things you need to have or be aware of and required.
-5 good tires. All the same size.
-Rig in good working condition. Check all your fluids and spot check your belt and hoses
-Working 4wd
-A Jack that can alow you to change a tire in uneven ground
-A CB Radio. (plenty of time to get one)
-Dogs are more than welcome but please keep them on a leash while out and about.
-Enough fuel to travel 200 miles in 4wd
-Minimum 1 Gallon of water per person per day
-Tow strap
-If you air down, be prepared to refill
-Basic tools
I carry a substantial kit but please carry enough to change a tire and tighten a hose clamp or a battery terminal.
-First Aide Kit
-We will pack out all trash and leave nothing behind...except underground poo
-Bring trash bags for yourself.
-Temperatures in the Desert can vary. Be prepared for anything. The higher elevations can be down right freezing and the lowers can easily reach 120 in the summer.
-You will have to take a dump at some point so plan ahead and dont wait till the last min.
-What ever you need to camp comfortably
-Bring enough batteries and memory for cameras
-Binoculars
-Wide brimmed hat
-Flashlights, lantern
-Good walking shoes
-A camping chair and somewhere to prop your feet will be nice
-GPS. Hand held or carmount
-Books or maps of trail/road
We will be on the road for the better part of three days. Please plan your meals accordingly. Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks.
If your not a camper and would like some advice please PM me for my little tricks.
We will be swinging three potlucks. A separate thread is active where this will be coordinated by Christiaan.
-Friday night
-Saturday morning
-Saturday night
A good reference guide is a good idea. I like and use,
http://www.amazon.com/Mojave-Road-Guide-Adventure-Through/dp/0914224379/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357196426&sr=8-1&keywords=mojave+road+guide
this version is limited on the Mojave Rd but has enough the be helpful
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1934838071/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile
Comm's
Please remember to pick up a CB. I will not be doing FRS. We will communicating 100% by CB. Ham radio will only be used to talk isht about those with out Ham radio's . With a group this size, Ham will be used to have solid Comm's btwn lead and tail....and god forbid, in case of emergency. There are many reasonable options available.
http://amzn.com/B000069DOV
This guy is a descent hand held with mag mount ant included.
This is my set up...and it's awsome.
http://amzn.com/B00004VXNI
with
http://amzn.com/B001AAT94W
Opinions on CB's are like belly buttons. Everyone's got one.
We will be working CB channel 19 and 2m simplex 146.535
points of interest
This trip destroys in cabin filters. The fine sand of the Mojave gets into everything. Please consider changing your filter before and after the trip.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001D566IG/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_gMMktb1SK8DPA
These have less pleats than the OE filter so it won't last as long...but at these prices, that's okay.
We will be hauling out ALL trash. If you have a tire carrier you might want to consider a Trasharoo.
http://trasharoo.3dcartstores.com/
These guys keep the trash out of your rig. Keeps the smell out and frees up precious cargo space.
If your running an oiled cone filter, consider running a dry pre-filter. The fine sand will get stuck to the filter and and start sucking down the MPG's even further.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001034E6W/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_EZMktb18JKRHK
This particular one is for 9" base and 7" top diameters. This will only alow the finest of sand to get through. Find what works for yours and give it shot. It will pay for itself on this one trip.
Here is a link to the campers page on the Preserves Web site
http://www.nps.gov/moja/planyourvisit/camping-regs.htm
Give it a read and get familiar with the few regs there are.
Post by: Toro on November 17, 2015, 08:29:09 PM
Just a copy of the planning thread. Please keep discussions going on the planning thread.
Friday evening
Carne Asada ($20 contribution/ 3lbs)
1. Toro
2. RikRong
3. MotoPig77
Chicken Asada
1. CAWoody
Tortillas Corn
1.CAWoody
Tortillas Flour
1. Spoolup (40 pack)
2. Scubadale
Sides
Bag of shredded Cheese, tomatoes
1. Rikrong
Refried beans + Pot
1. Spoolup
Saturday Morning
Pancakes
1.Duffman
Eggs
1. Knightrider
Bacon
1. JFanaselle
2. Painroller
Saturday Evening
Beef Stew
1. Celt
2. Jayrat
Trail Pizza
1.xxSVxx
1 bag Spaghetti noodles
1. Rikrong
2.
3.
Spaghetti sauce. (2 Jars)
1. Knightrider
2. Spoolup
Italian Sausage (1 pack)
1. FBinSD
2.
3.
4.
Garlic Bread (2 loaves)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Parmigian Cheese
1. Spoolup
Post by: Toro on November 17, 2015, 08:29:15 PM
Post by: Toro on November 17, 2015, 08:29:31 PM
Post by: RBduffer on November 17, 2015, 08:31:51 PM
Post by: Jayrat on November 17, 2015, 08:36:21 PM
Post by: knightrider on November 17, 2015, 08:44:36 PM
Sent from my rooftop tent while stargazing
Post by: steve c on November 17, 2015, 08:47:15 PM
;D
YAY
Post by: Ghost65 on November 17, 2015, 08:49:08 PM
(thanks Duffman...)
Post by: knightrider on November 17, 2015, 08:49:37 PM
Sent from my rooftop tent while stargazing
Post by: Motorpig77 on November 17, 2015, 08:54:46 PM
Post by: Ghost65 on November 17, 2015, 08:55:00 PM
Just an FYI, harrahs is sold out for Thursday April 28.
Sent from my rooftop tent while stargazing
Here's why...
Laughlin River Run (http://www.laughlinriverrun.com/)
other rooms available at Avi...not cheap @ $100 a night...still worth it for a Toro Run through the desert.
Post by: PainRoller on November 17, 2015, 08:55:26 PM
Post by: Toro on November 17, 2015, 08:55:49 PM
Moving it up by one week. Forgot about the river run. Title updated.
Post by: Ghost65 on November 17, 2015, 08:58:04 PM
Screw that!
Moving it up by one week. Forgot about the river run. Title updated.
Thanks dude...good call. ;D
Post by: JFanaselle on November 17, 2015, 08:59:04 PM
Post by: steve c on November 17, 2015, 09:00:05 PM
Looking like it :D
Post by: xxSVxx on November 17, 2015, 09:02:41 PM
+1
(not that there is a specific ATM....but, hope springs eternal)
Post by: Ghost65 on November 17, 2015, 09:06:53 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on November 17, 2015, 09:13:07 PM
Post by: knightrider on November 17, 2015, 09:17:36 PM
Sent from my rooftop tent while stargazing
Post by: Sage Bromax on November 17, 2015, 09:19:06 PM
Post by: Alex on November 17, 2015, 09:20:28 PM
Post by: Jayrat on November 17, 2015, 09:20:59 PM
Post by: Celt on November 18, 2015, 12:27:23 AM
Post by: spoolup on November 18, 2015, 06:39:34 AM
I will be traveling from SLC UT, but this run is on my list, but just talked to the managers at work and they said sure. So vacation approved. Add me in, if you don't mind an outsider coming. FYI screen name is the same on TNX so feel free to vet me there if you like. Let me know if you have an issue with an outsider.
Post by: xxSVxx on November 18, 2015, 08:08:12 AM
99% sure I will be solo but may be able to talk the girls into coming (+2) if they do.
I will be traveling from SLC UT, but this run is on my list, but just talked to the managers at work and they said sure. So vacation approved. Add me in, if you don't mind an outsider coming. FYI screen name is the same on TNX so feel free to vet me there if you like. Let me know if you have an issue with an outsider.
Here's our vetting process:
Can you:
-communicate with the group via HAM, CB
-operate your vehicle on off road conditions, and be willing to take direction while navigating obstacles as to ensure the group keeps moving?
-bring firewood because we like GIGANTIC fires
-bring either food to make or supplies to back up one of the many pot-luck dishes
-enjoy the F outta yourself during the weekend
-make dozens of new friends and take hundreds of pictures of and with them?
-bring a penny to put in the can?
-bring a frog for the altar?
-bring a gnome for the garden?
We really don't give 2 craps who you are or where you're from, really. It all comes down to your ability to blend in, help where needed, take simple direction to allow the group to function properly and make sure you're having fun....and we usually take care of the rest!!
edit: try to brush up on FIREJENGA 101.....avoid CB channel 8, don't ask about the chewdonkey alone.....and bring warm stuff...it gets pretty cold out there even in April
Post by: steve c on November 18, 2015, 08:43:19 AM
Here's our vetting process:
Can you:
-communicate with the group via HAM, CB
-operate your vehicle on off road conditions, and be willing to take direction while navigating obstacles as to ensure the group keeps moving?
-bring firewood because we like GIGANTIC fires
-bring either food to make or supplies to back up one of the many pot-luck dishes
-enjoy the F outta yourself during the weekend
-make dozens of new friends and take hundreds of pictures of and with them?
-bring a penny to put in the can?
-bring a frog for the altar?
-bring a gnome for the garden?
We really don't give 2 craps who you are or where you're from, really. It all comes down to your ability to blend in, help where needed, take simple direction to allow the group to function properly and make sure you're having fun....and we usually take care of the rest!!
edit: try to brush up on FIREJENGA 101.....avoid CB channel 8, don't ask about the chewdonkey alone.....and bring warm stuff...it gets pretty cold out there even in April
We should just put that on the home page! Well said, Christiaan.
Post by: Toro on November 18, 2015, 08:43:35 AM
Here's our vetting process:Well said!
Can you:
-communicate with the group via HAM, CB
-operate your vehicle on off road conditions, and be willing to take direction while navigating obstacles as to ensure the group keeps moving?
-bring firewood because we like GIGANTIC fires
-bring either food to make or supplies to back up one of the many pot-luck dishes
-enjoy the F outta yourself during the weekend
-make dozens of new friends and take hundreds of pictures of and with them?
-bring a penny to put in the can?
-bring a frog for the altar?
-bring a gnome for the garden?
We really don't give 2 craps who you are or where you're from, really. It all comes down to your ability to blend in, help where needed, take simple direction to allow the group to function properly and make sure you're having fun....and we usually take care of the rest!!
edit: try to brush up on FIREJENGA 101.....avoid CB channel 8, don't ask about the chewdonkey alone.....and bring warm stuff...it gets pretty cold out there even in April
Be cool, be patient and be prepared.
Post by: Ghost65 on November 18, 2015, 08:52:41 AM
Quote from: link=topic=3418.msg38930#msg38930 date=1447857574
99% sure I will be solo but may be able to talk the girls into coming (+2) if they do.
I will be traveling from SLC UT, but this run is on my list, but just talked to the managers at work and they said sure. So vacation approved. Add me in, if you don't mind an outsider coming. FYI screen name is the same on TNX so feel free to vet me there if you like. Let me know if you have an issue with an outsider.
What xxSVxx said...and...
You've got a few months to prepare...plenty of time for a little SCCX forum surfing.
Read these:
SCCX TMR 2015 (http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php/topic,2610.0.html)
SCCX TMR 2014 (http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php/topic,2318.0.html)
SCCX TMR 2013 (http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php/topic,1637.0.html)
SCCX TMR 2012 (http://www.thenewx.org/forum/showthread.php?t=53560&highlight=mojave+road)
Then, scroll over here and give this serious consideration...spiral bound is what the cool kids do:
The Mojave Road Guide (http://www.amazon.com/Mojave-Road-Guide-Adventure-Through/dp/0914224379/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1447865013&sr=1-1&keywords=dennis+casebier)
Finally, mouse your way here so you can get the inside "trail scoop":
Shameless Ham Radio Plug (http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php/topic,1456.0.html)
I can tell you from past experiences, if in 5 months you actually find yourself meeting everyone at the Avi Casino parking lot on Friday morning...you will be in for the desert cross country experience of a lifetime.
(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/Mojave%20Road%202015/DSCN0228.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/DzrtX/media/Mojave%20Road%202015/DSCN0228.jpg.html)
There is a reason this fills up in less than a week and has a wait list for months...
EDIT: spoolup has a 50 qt. ARB fridge...cold adult beverages/carne asada on the trail achievement unlocked. ;D
Post by: RikRong on November 18, 2015, 09:13:15 AM
Post by: Ghost65 on November 18, 2015, 09:30:27 AM
Go ahead and put me down for this, with a +1. I figure I might as well pony up and get on a trip with you guys. I should be able to have camping supplies situated by then. Right now, there's no work trips on the radar, but anything could pop up between now and then. If this happens, I will immediately pull myself off the trip. I'll be taking the test for my amateur license the first week of December and I already have a radio set-up waiting to be installed.
...and in less than 24 hours, another TMR is filled!! Woot!
Post by: RikRong on November 18, 2015, 09:33:10 AM
...and in less than 24 hours, another TMR is filled!! Woot!I need to confirm that the wife will be good spending three days in the desert, she has trouble going on short trips into the hills with me right now. haha If she doesn't want to go, I'll pull my +1, but I'm definitely still going. ;)
Post by: steve c on November 18, 2015, 09:54:50 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on November 18, 2015, 10:08:07 AM
Just a note, if camping supplies are the hold up between you going and not going, I know I would be happy to loan a tent or sleeping bag. (I'm pretty sure a lot of other guys would be, too)
This.
As far as cooking gear (stove, etc), we typically do potluck style group dinners, so you can prepare a dish before hand that doesn't need to be cooked on the trail (salad, etc) or contribute food to the dinners that the group will cook up for you (those details usually get hammered out as we get closer to the trip). As for breakfast, we may or may not do a community breakfast, but you're more than welcome to use my stove in the mornings if you bring your own eggs/sausage/bacon/whatever.
I know it's early... but do we want to just call the two dinners spaghetti and carne asada now? I'm sure that's where we'll end up. :D I'll offer up plenty of Italian sausage for the spaghetti night - it was a big hit on the Death Valley trip, and it's pretty easy to cook on the trail using the bbq grill attachment for my camp chef stove.
Post by: Alex on November 18, 2015, 12:16:50 PM
Post by: Celt on November 18, 2015, 12:20:51 PM
Here's our vetting process:
Can you:
-communicate with the group via HAM, CB
-operate your vehicle on off road conditions, and be willing to take direction while navigating obstacles as to ensure the group keeps moving?
-bring firewood because we like GIGANTIC fires
-bring either food to make or supplies to back up one of the many pot-luck dishes
-enjoy the F outta yourself during the weekend
-make dozens of new friends and take hundreds of pictures of and with them?
-bring a penny to put in the can?
-bring a frog for the altar?
-bring a gnome for the garden?
We really don't give 2 craps who you are or where you're from, really. It all comes down to your ability to blend in, help where needed, take simple direction to allow the group to function properly and make sure you're having fun....and we usually take care of the rest!!
edit: try to brush up on FIREJENGA 101.....avoid CB channel 8, don't ask about the chewdonkey alone.....and bring warm stuff...it gets pretty cold out there even in April
Yeah but what about the Fez? Or are we still not to let people know about that until it gets sprung on them during the run?
Post by: xxSVxx on November 18, 2015, 01:01:22 PM
Yeah but what about the Fez? Or are we still not to let people know about that until it gets sprung on them during the run?
ERIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Deadpilot on November 18, 2015, 01:05:15 PM
And I may have the starts of my expo trailer going too. 8)
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Post by: RikRong on November 18, 2015, 01:08:06 PM
This.
As far as cooking gear (stove, etc), we typically do potluck style group dinners, so you can prepare a dish before hand that doesn't need to be cooked on the trail (salad, etc) or contribute food to the dinners that the group will cook up for you (those details usually get hammered out as we get closer to the trip). As for breakfast, we may or may not do a community breakfast, but you're more than welcome to use my stove in the mornings if you bring your own eggs/sausage/bacon/whatever.
I know it's early... but do we want to just call the two dinners spaghetti and carne asada now? I'm sure that's where we'll end up. :D I'll offer up plenty of Italian sausage for the spaghetti night - it was a big hit on the Death Valley trip, and it's pretty easy to cook on the trail using the bbq grill attachment for my camp chef stove.
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Just a note, if camping supplies are the hold up between you going and not going, I know I would be happy to loan a tent or sleeping bag. (I'm pretty sure a lot of other guys would be, too)I appreciate that Steve and Joe. This is more a fact of me procrastinating and not getting the things together that I need for a trip like this. It's something I've been looking at doing, but I keep pushing it off. Now, I have an end goal that will drive me to get the truck/supplies ready for trips like this. If I can't get everything together, I will definitely take you all up on your offer.
With that...Does everyone sleep off the desert floor, or do some of you actually set up a tent on the ground? I'm not new at camping, but I am new at camping in the desert.
Post by: steve c on November 18, 2015, 01:12:12 PM
I typically pop a tent mostly for privacy.
If you're SirJohnOfFullertob, then you sleep under the stars.
Roof top tents are becoming pretty popular with our group, too.
Post by: Celt on November 18, 2015, 01:12:26 PM
I appreciate that Steve and Joe. This is more a fact of me procrastinating and not getting the things together that I need for a trip like this. It's something I've been looking at doing, but I keep pushing it off. Now, I have an end goal that will drive me to get the truck/supplies ready for trips like this. If I can't get everything together, I will definitely take you all up on your offer.
With that...Does everyone sleep off the desert floor, or do some of you actually set up a tent on the ground? I'm not new at camping, but I am new at camping in the desert.
I would pose those questions here http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php/board,19.0.html and you will either find the answers or the guys will chime in to help ya out.
Post by: RikRong on November 18, 2015, 01:17:49 PM
Thanks, I'll peak around in that forum, sorry about the de-rail. Steve, I was thinking the same, on the floor. Now, back to your regularly scheduled thread.
I would pose those questions here http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php/board,19.0.html and you will either find the answers or the guys will chime in to help ya out.
Post by: Ghost65 on November 18, 2015, 01:23:17 PM
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Post by: Toro on November 18, 2015, 06:52:31 PM
Jordan, Thanks for looking into the room hook up. Im sure everyone appreciates saving a few bucks.
If anyone has any questions, post up or shoot me a PM. We have done this run several times and some knowledge has been gained.
Post by: chrishaynesusa on November 18, 2015, 07:06:46 PM
I am not sure if i would be comfortable leaving my doo in the desert nowdays :)
.
any way ya got a great crew of people signed up.
what about you putting together a baja run?
have not heard much more about this since you proposed it a while back.
Post by: RikRong on November 18, 2015, 07:19:09 PM
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Post by: FBinSD on November 18, 2015, 07:26:38 PM
Post by: Celt on November 18, 2015, 07:30:10 PM
Post by: Sage Bromax on November 19, 2015, 05:29:05 AM
Post by: Toro on November 19, 2015, 05:47:28 AM
Post by: Toro on November 19, 2015, 06:08:17 AM
what about you putting together a baja run?
have not heard much more about this since you proposed it a while back.
need to start working on that. My cousin that runs chase and knows every turn and corner in Baja, just moved to Texas.
When are you going to join us for a Mojave run?
Post by: Ghost65 on November 19, 2015, 08:19:27 AM
Post by: Celt on November 19, 2015, 01:23:49 PM
I'd like to request that we move the ceremonial phone burial to Thursday night...that'd be greaaaaat. ;)
Even though I was not there for that each time I hear someone tell the story it makes me have one of those deep belly laughs. This really is largely a great group of folks on the forum.
Post by: Toro on November 19, 2015, 03:48:28 PM
I'd like to request that we move the ceremonial phone burial to Thursday night...that'd be greaaaaat. ;)You just earned yourself a Steve C shirt.
Post by: spoolup on November 24, 2015, 10:16:10 PM
Yes vehicle mounted CB, handheld ham.
Yes
Yes
Yes, Im a hell of a cook (and yes I have a 50qt ARB as noted earlier by GeoYota)
Of course
Hope too
Yes
Yes
Yes.
Thanks for the heads up on the other things as well. I already have the Mojave road guide, done a bit or research on it. As for the cold, I thrive in freezing temps, do alot of snow shoeing/ winter hammocking here near the ski resorts, so no worries there. Looking forward to this trip! Got a few more things that will be done to the rig by the time this kicks off. Thank you for this opportunity.
Post by: PainRoller on November 24, 2015, 11:06:58 PM
Post by: knightrider on November 25, 2015, 12:52:49 AM
I am not sure if i would be comfortable leaving my doo in the desert nowdays :)
what you do with your poo is up to you.
Post by: PainRoller on November 25, 2015, 04:21:49 AM
what you do with your poo is up to you.
What happens on the potty.......well, you know the rest.......
https://youtu.be/YbYWhdLO43Q
Post by: CAWoody on November 25, 2015, 07:11:52 AM
Post by: steve c on November 25, 2015, 08:11:33 AM
What happens on the potty.......well, you know the rest.......
https://youtu.be/YbYWhdLO43Q
Dangit Barb, every time I see that video, I have to watch the whole thing.
It's like catching Top Gun or Forest Gump on TV, you don't want to watch it, and you have far better things to do, but you watch it anyways
Post by: Jayrat on November 25, 2015, 08:17:20 AM
what you do with your poo is up to you.Some people have a sentimental attachment to their Poo
Post by: PainRoller on November 25, 2015, 11:26:30 AM
Dangit Barb, every time I see that video, I have to watch the whole thing.
It's like catching Top Gun or Forest Gump on TV, you don't want to watch it, and you have far better things to do, but you watch it anyways
Sir, it's just good SCIENCE! ;)
(http://i.imgur.com/JInKMWS.jpg)
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/d1/2f/a0/d12fa04b42c89c185d4ee59d8568bd01.jpg)
(http://www.ufunk.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Squatty-Potty-WTF-commercial-5.jpg)
Post by: Celt on November 25, 2015, 11:30:10 AM
Some people have a sentimental attachment to their Poo
Cough(CH)Cough,,hack, cough........
Post by: Toro on November 26, 2015, 02:54:22 PM
Put me on the standby list.You know,
This trip does involve camping. Twice.
Post by: steve c on November 26, 2015, 03:07:25 PM
You know,.
This trip does involve camping. Twice.
Oooooo, burn!
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Post by: mark1107 on November 27, 2015, 10:11:57 PM
Thank you.
Post by: Motorpig77 on November 28, 2015, 12:33:24 AM
Post by: Ghost65 on November 28, 2015, 04:25:12 AM
Nothing like checking the last page of this topic and finding 8 posts about pooping...that's why I love this group! Now to go back a couple pages and find out how everything turned to poop!
I blame unicorns. >:D
Post by: Toro on November 28, 2015, 11:34:40 AM
I got you something for this trip
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Dust lights on my X. Amber left, Red bake right.
Post by: xxSVxx on November 30, 2015, 01:44:19 PM
xxSVxx,
I got you something for this trip
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Dust lights on my X. Amber left, Red bake right.
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS.......that will make following so much easier!!!
Post by: ultrapc40 on November 30, 2015, 04:34:16 PM
Post by: RikRong on November 30, 2015, 05:20:04 PM
Please have a dust light it's a big help when we have a big convoResearching now...
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Post by: RBduffer on December 01, 2015, 09:49:56 PM
There are many things in the desert that don't have lights, and you still don't want to run into.
Examples : jashua trees, tortoise, cliff, ex-wife (OK, that's a toss up), large rock, mail box, penny can, me with a dead battery or Geotaco's cell phone.
Remember, it's not a race... Unless I'm winning ;)
Post by: Jayrat on December 01, 2015, 09:52:05 PM
Why are you guys driving into a dust cloud that you can't see through?
There are many things in the desert that don't have lights, and you still don't want to run into.
Examples : jashua trees, tortoise, cliff, ex-wife (OK, that's a toss up), large rock, mail box, penny can, me with a dead battery or Geotaco's cell phone.
Remember, it's not a race... Unless I'm winning ;)
Your Back , I kinda missed getting in $h!t LOL
Post by: knightrider on December 01, 2015, 09:56:31 PM
Post by: RikRong on December 02, 2015, 04:55:24 PM
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Post by: Deadpilot on December 03, 2015, 09:06:57 PM
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Post by: Celt on December 03, 2015, 10:31:49 PM
Post by: RikRong on December 04, 2015, 06:30:22 AM
You guys act like driving by braille is a bad thing?Isn't that what washboards are for? If it's smooth, you're probably off the road.
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Post by: Celt on December 04, 2015, 11:30:25 PM
Isn't that what washboards are for? If it's smooth, you're probably off the road.
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Exactly!
Post by: CAWoody on December 08, 2015, 07:12:55 AM
Post by: xxSVxx on December 15, 2015, 02:53:42 PM
Post by: RBduffer on December 15, 2015, 09:57:44 PM
Post by: Celt on December 16, 2015, 12:54:27 AM
I might be a little ahead of schedule, but do we want to start a new, separate TMR Meal thread?
Vittles, I likes me some vittles....
Post by: Ghost65 on December 16, 2015, 04:44:48 PM
I might be a little ahead of schedule, but do we want to start a new, separate TMR Meal thread?
Only if your tossing dough dude
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Post by: Jayrat on December 16, 2015, 09:08:11 PM
Only if your tossing dough dude
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Is that the same as Tossing Your Salad
Post by: Toro on December 17, 2015, 12:16:12 PM
I might be a little ahead of schedule, but do we want to start a new, separate TMR Meal thread?As long as there's trail Taquitos too.
Post by: Celt on December 17, 2015, 12:26:41 PM
As long as there's trail Taquitos too.
I gotta tell ya brother, if you have a desire to make that Ranchera again I'm all over it like white on rice!
Post by: Toro on December 17, 2015, 02:53:16 PM
I gotta tell ya brother, if you have a desire to make that Ranchera again I'm all over it like white on rice!I'm in there like swim wear. Asada and DosXX is my staple of a good time.
Post by: Ghost65 on December 18, 2015, 02:45:40 PM
Is that the same as Tossing Your Salad
Less dressing...
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Post by: spoolup on December 18, 2015, 09:04:09 PM
Also been doing a few meals a week on the skottle so I dont look like such a noob on it, but cooking is one of my 5 passions. so how does food on these things usually work?
Post by: Toro on December 19, 2015, 09:16:01 AM
Ordered a few things, most should be on the truck in the next 2 months. Due to previous discussions here I just ordered the amber covers for the rear D2, and already have ambers for the Q2s up front, but those guys are super bright, dont think the rig in front of me wants these on.Just to touch base, Amber lights are not a requirment for this run. I got them because Christiaan and I haul mad ass through the desert and it's sometimes hard to see through the dust. Although they are a good idea and members are encouraged to look into them, they are not required.
Also been doing a few meals a week on the skottle so I dont look like such a noob on it, but cooking is one of my 5 passions. so how does food on these things usually work?
Christiaan will start up a separate thread for those interested in pot lucking.
We sometimes pick a theme for the meal but it's only a direction for those that would like to participate and have troubles picking a dish.
It is a "come one, come all" and bring what ever you want.
Post by: RikRong on December 19, 2015, 09:46:06 AM
Just to touch base, Amber lights are not a requirment for this run. I got them because Christiaan and I haul mad ass through the desert and it's sometimes hard to see through the dust. Although they are a good idea and members are encouraged to look into them, they are not required.Not a requirement, but I good idea. I live in the desert and I'm frequently in the desert and the lights would be a good idea for me to have. I'm probably going to use the lights you used, with the add-on brackets and bolt them on the roof rack. Which ones do you have flashing? Is it Amber solid and white flashing?
Christiaan will start up a separate thread for those interested in pot lucking.
We sometimes pick a theme for the meal but it's only a direction for those that would like to participate and have troubles picking a dish.
It is a "come one, come all" and bring what ever you want.
On the food note, I will be in on any potluck style meal you guys want to do.
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Post by: Toro on December 19, 2015, 10:00:47 AM
Amber is always on. Red is a piggy backed brake light and white is piggy backed reverse.
Reverse and brake are on a super slow blink. Thinking about removing that and keeping them solid on.
Post by: RikRong on December 19, 2015, 11:05:27 AM
None are flashing.
Amber is always on. Red is a piggy backed brake light and white is piggy backed reverse.
Reverse and brake are on a super slow blink. Thinking about removing that and keeping them solid on.
Ah, gotcha. Thanks.
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Post by: xxSVxx on December 20, 2015, 11:05:11 AM
Christiaan will start up a separate thread for those interested in pot lucking.
Lookit you....spelling my name all correct-n-shit.....dayum!!!!
Post by: Toro on December 20, 2015, 02:00:38 PM
Lookit you....spelling my name all correct-n-shit.....dayum!!!!It's where the love is...
Post by: steve c on December 20, 2015, 02:12:18 PM
Regarding food, should I bring my explorer 2 burner and griddle?
I'm definitely bringing the Skottle.
Second
Santa is bringing me an REI tent for Christmas. Am I still allowed on this trip ???
Post by: Toro on December 20, 2015, 06:28:20 PM
Couple of things.First,
Regarding food, should I bring my explorer 2 burner and griddle?
I'm definitely bringing the Skottle.
Second
Santa is bringing me an REI tent for Christmas. Am I still allowed on this trip ???
Wait till we get more direction as far as food to determine what to bring. In general, a good cooking surface is always welcome.
Second,
That's the most ridiculous thing you've said in a while:-*
Post by: knightrider on December 20, 2015, 09:45:38 PM
None are flashing.Flashing brake light up high might be a good thing, works well on motorcycles.
Amber is always on. Red is a piggy backed brake light and white is piggy backed reverse.
Reverse and brake are on a super slow blink. Thinking about removing that and keeping them solid on.
Post by: Motorpig77 on December 21, 2015, 09:59:36 AM
Post by: steve c on December 21, 2015, 10:17:22 AM
First,
Wait till we get more direction as far as food to determine what to bring. In general, a good cooking surface is always welcome.
Second,
That's the most ridiculous thing you've said in a while:-*
I say a lot of ridiculous things.
Hey Danny, please add another vehicle on the wait list under my name. Jonathan has a 4x4 95 4runner nowadays and If there is room, he will probably enjoy driving himself around the desert with us! Let me know if there are issues with this. Thanks buddy.
That's awesome!
Post by: Toro on December 21, 2015, 02:29:17 PM
Hey Danny, please add another vehicle on the wait list under my name. Jonathan has a 4x4 95 4runner nowadays and If there is room, he will probably enjoy driving himself around the desert with us! Let me know if there are issues with this. Thanks buddy.Awesome. Added...
Post by: xxSVxx on December 21, 2015, 02:48:34 PM
Couple of things.
Regarding food, should I bring my explorer 2 burner and griddle?
I'm definitely bringing the Skottle.
Unless you're worried about room, why not? I'd bring it just in the event someone's apparatus breaks down and we're short a cooking doodle....
Post by: NickX on December 23, 2015, 01:00:30 PM
Post by: Toro on December 23, 2015, 01:36:36 PM
I'm interested if a spot opens up.Added to the wait list. Are you now in our area? Haven't seen much activity.
Post by: Toro on December 24, 2015, 05:49:29 AM
I was on the list a few days ago. I signed up around the 12th. Now I'm not on the list and I don't see any communications from anyone about being dropped. What's up?Negative Ghost-ryder.
There are no posts logged and this is labeled as your fist post ever on this site.
This run is open to all and all are welcome...but...... it has, mostly, filled up with the frequent flyer jar heads. I would have remembered your interest.
Post by: JFanaselle on December 24, 2015, 08:30:24 AM
Just for clarification Melissa - the sign up list is a brand new addition to the forum and we haven't used it formally yet. For now, we still sign up for runs using an "I'm in" post in the main thread. I saw your name pop up on the sign-up list, but unfortunately the run had already hit capacity - it just wasn't reflected as being at capacity using the sign-up list feature because it's new and most people still aren't using it. I'm sure Toro would be happy to add you to the standby list, but even that is a few people deep at this point. One of the mods might have gone through the list and made it reflect what was posted in the thread, just to eliminate any confusion.
Either way, good to see you on the forum! Might also be a good idea to post up in the "welcome center" thread for those within the group that didn't get to meet you on the death valley run. :)
Post by: Toro on December 24, 2015, 09:36:48 AM
I never access this forum from a desk top and have never seen the "Sign up" list let alone used it. I dont know who manages the list but there are a few participants not listed and my own name isn't even on the list. As I see it now, it is inaccurate and will not be honored for this run. There is a true on going list on the 1st post of the thread that is the true participant list.
Mods, please remove the list to avoid further confusion. We should also make the list generated at the descretion of the coordinators and managed accordingly. In the rare instance, where participation is capped and "spots" are persued (because of permits), this will only create dissapointment and frustration.
I exist 100% on a mobile device and the forum has, recently, been upgraded with new features I am not familiar with.
Again, Sorry for the confusion but the sign up list seen above, is not the true list.
Post by: Celt on December 24, 2015, 10:46:15 AM
I was on the list a few days ago. I signed up around the 12th. Now I'm not on the list and I don't see any communications from anyone about being dropped. What's up?
Not to jack this thread or anything but there is a winter Mojave Rd run coming up Jan 15th/17th that still has room if you would like to go on that.
Post by: knightrider on December 24, 2015, 10:55:10 AM
I had added the sign up list to the top of the page without checking with Toro. As he is 100% mobile through tapatalk, he was unaware of the addition of the sign up list that is being tested.
I had actually planned on starting a new thread to gauge interest in the new features to know if they should be kept or not.
The sign up list is indeed optional and controlled by the Original Poster, and lists can be capped at a certain number with a waitlist started after the maximum has been reached. Because some users are primarily mobile, they cannot see the sign up list so the feature will most likely be dropped.
Post by: knightrider on December 24, 2015, 01:35:47 PM
Post by: Toro on December 24, 2015, 02:13:11 PM
Not on the 1st post = not on the list.
I appreciate Knightriders efforts and sorry for the confusion.
Please take further discussions to PM.
Thanks
Post by: NickX on December 28, 2015, 08:49:12 PM
Added to the wait list. Are you now in our area? Haven't seen much activity.
Yup, I've been living in Santa Monica since Sept. but was traveling a lot for work until mid-Dec. Hopefully things will settle down a bit in 2016.
Post by: Toro on January 06, 2016, 03:54:38 PM
DeadPilot,
You have been moved onto the primary list.
Post by: steve c on January 06, 2016, 04:44:51 PM
I'm hoping to have a codawg for this trip! O0 O0
Post by: Toro on January 06, 2016, 04:46:58 PM
Of course not, Added.
Hey Danny, is it too late to add a strong maybe for a +1?
I'm hoping to have a codawg for this trip! O0 O0
Post by: Toro on January 06, 2016, 04:55:04 PM
Also....
Here is a link to the campers page on the Preserves Web site
http://www.nps.gov/moja/planyourvisit/camping-regs.htm
Give it a read and get familiar with the few regs there are.
I'm especially fond of
"Bury human waste in catholes 6-8 inches deep, at least 200 feet from water, camp, and trails. Don't bury toilet paper or hygiene products - carry a plastic bag and pack it out."
Post by: Deadpilot on January 06, 2016, 06:11:23 PM
OP has been updated.Sweet!!
DeadPilot,
You have been moved onto the primary list.
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Post by: Gtarango97 on January 12, 2016, 11:55:53 AM
Post by: Toro on January 12, 2016, 03:35:56 PM
After having a great time with the group last year I'd like to join again. Can you please add me to the waitlist +2Nemo!!
Glad you found us.
Post by: xxSVxx on January 12, 2016, 03:49:09 PM
After having a great time with the group last year I'd like to join again. Can you please add me to the waitlist +2
NEMO!!!! WELCOME BACK BRO!!
Can you link that instagram GIF you made of the milky way last year?
That thing is gorgeous!
And don't sweat the wait-list....people fall off of this run all the time...
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on January 19, 2016, 07:08:02 PM
Post by: Toro on January 19, 2016, 08:25:48 PM
Please add me to the wait list +2Done.
Post by: PainRoller on January 27, 2016, 01:10:18 AM
Please add me to the wait list +2
Sweet! Dale - this time I'm bringing a frog! And a bobble-head if I can find one.... 8)
Post by: RBduffer on January 27, 2016, 11:08:52 AM
Sweet! Dale - this time I'm bringing a frog! And a bobble-head if I can find one.... 8)I want to bring a BB gun and firecrackers >:D
OK,OK, I'll just stay in the truck :(
Post by: xxSVxx on January 27, 2016, 11:16:24 AM
I want to bring a BB gun and firecrackers >:D
OK,OK, I'll just stay in the truck :(
Yeah, you stay in the truck and I'll stay on OUR CB channel...LOL
Post by: Alex on January 27, 2016, 12:06:45 PM
Sweet!!Heck yeah, we finally get to see the beast in action.
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Post by: Ghost65 on January 27, 2016, 01:39:37 PM
Yeah, you stay in the truck and I'll stay on OUR CB channel...LOL
Don't forget your...
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Post by: xxSVxx on January 27, 2016, 02:37:07 PM
not sure what message you're sending here, bud....
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on January 27, 2016, 08:02:46 PM
Sweet! Dale - this time I'm bringing a frog! And a bobble-head if I can find one.... 8)
We need to find an Xterra matchbox car to add to the Jeep matchbox shrine too...They can't have all the fun!
Post by: knightrider on January 27, 2016, 08:15:21 PM
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Post by: SCUBA_Dale on January 27, 2016, 08:18:57 PM
There are 1st gen ones. (http://s207.photobucket.com/user/1994SS/media/Matchbox%20Customs/Datsun%20Nissan%20Customs/DSC00112_zps2e468dc4.jpg.html)
Sent from my rooftop tent while stargazing
I might have to get that if enough people drop out and I make the cut, lol
Post by: Riz98 on January 28, 2016, 01:01:40 AM
Post by: Toro on January 28, 2016, 05:00:27 AM
I doubt that many people will drop out but add me to the waiting list +3.Done
Post by: Toro on January 28, 2016, 07:28:15 AM
Check out the Mitchel Caverns FB page.
https://m.facebook.com/ReopenMitchellCaverns/
It's opening very soon and has been updated with a new well and lighting. Like the page and give them some traffic.
Hopefully, it'll be open when we head into the area in April.
Post by: Ghost65 on January 28, 2016, 07:52:32 AM
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not sure what message you're sending here, bud....
It's a simple tongue in cheek reference to the whole TMR/FJ incident...female LEO's, and I'll pray for you shovel users
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Post by: steve c on January 28, 2016, 08:42:23 AM
Hey fellas,
Check out the Mitchel Caverns FB page.
https://m.facebook.com/ReopenMitchellCaverns/
It's opening very soon and has been updated with a new well and lighting. Like the page and give them some traffic.
Hopefully, it'll be open when we head into the area in April.
If they're open by the time our trip rolls around, I would love to make a stop there.
Post by: RBduffer on January 28, 2016, 10:34:11 AM
It's a simple tongue in cheek reference to the whole TMR/FJ incident...female LEO's, and I'll pray for you shovel users
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I think Christiaan outlined a penis-shaped log. And thought that you wanted everyone to bring their penises (peni?)
Or is it just me seeing peni everywhere....Never mind...What was the original post again?
Post by: Celt on January 28, 2016, 10:36:14 AM
I think Christiaan outlined a penis-shaped log. And thought that you wanted everyone to bring their penises (peni?)
Or is it just me seeing peni everywhere....Never mind...What was the original post again?
I'm with you, wait what? Oh heck I don't know anymore...
Post by: JFanaselle on January 30, 2016, 09:41:02 AM
Post by: CarJEEP on February 24, 2016, 11:12:34 AM
Post by: Ghost65 on February 24, 2016, 02:49:49 PM
standing by to standby please add me to the list =D
TJ Alert:
Are you back in the good ole' USA again?
Post by: Toro on February 29, 2016, 05:05:13 PM
Updated.
TJ Alert:
Are you back in the good ole' USA again?
Trip is coming up and I'm getting excited.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on March 01, 2016, 11:27:14 AM
Post by: CarJEEP on March 03, 2016, 11:32:42 AM
TJ Alert:
Are you back in the good ole' USA again?
Not yet, but I'll be in sd by 11 pm March 14.
Post by: Celt on March 03, 2016, 12:00:05 PM
Post by: Ghost65 on March 03, 2016, 12:28:39 PM
Not yet, but I'll be in sd by 11 pm March 14.
Cool Daniel...safe travels. :)
Post by: Jayrat on March 03, 2016, 12:36:34 PM
Since it's getting pretty close, has anyone started talking about a group dinner or two?
http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=3513.0
Post by: Sage Bromax on March 03, 2016, 12:37:56 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on March 03, 2016, 12:44:01 PM
Well, something has come up and I am going to have to drop out of this run! :( But it frees up a spot for someone from the waiting list.
BOO! You will be missed Tony. Good news for someone on the waiting list though.
Post by: Deadpilot on March 04, 2016, 11:47:58 AM
So another spot opens up. Sent from my SM-N915V using Tapatalk
Post by: Toro on March 04, 2016, 01:10:32 PM
Frank and Woody, your on the list.
Post by: FBinSD on March 04, 2016, 01:22:33 PM
Post by: knightrider on March 04, 2016, 11:39:10 PM
Post by: CAWoody on March 05, 2016, 11:42:31 AM
Post by: FBinSD on March 05, 2016, 04:54:33 PM
yay frank is going, the guy that lives down the street but i only ever see him in the middle of the desert :D
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I have your number now so I guess I don't have any excuse
Post by: RBduffer on March 05, 2016, 07:17:26 PM
And Frank, it's not your fault, Jordan's a hermit.
BTW Jordan, you ready for oil seals and shocks day.
Post by: FBinSD on March 15, 2016, 07:40:24 AM
Also, I may have a +1 if I can convince the wife to come.
Post by: steve c on March 15, 2016, 07:58:02 AM
Which hotel are people staying at on Thursday?
Also, I may have a +1 if I can convince the wife to come.
We typically stay at the Harrah's (https://www.caesars.com/harrahs-laughlin)
Jordan usually gets us a pretty killer rate. like $25 a night.
Post by: RikRong on March 15, 2016, 08:29:55 AM
Which hotel are people staying at on Thursday?I reserved at the Avi, I also think that's what Toro mentioned in the original post. It was $39.99 for one night.
Also, I may have a +1 if I can convince the wife to come.
Post by: knightrider on March 15, 2016, 02:43:21 PM
Post by: Motorpig77 on March 15, 2016, 09:35:01 PM
we normally stay at harrah's because they have the best rates. i have not tried to get group rates the past couple years because the rates are already so low, the group rate is only a couple bucks cheaper.\
Rik,
We meet at the AVI in the morning, but most of us stay at the Harrah's Casino about 15 minutes away. You may want to see if you can switch your reservation if you want to partake in the Thursday evening festivities!
Post by: RikRong on March 16, 2016, 12:00:06 PM
\Ohhh, I guess I misinterpreted. Let me see what I can do about the reservation. I'm not sure if I'll be there early enough to participate in the shenanigans. I have Thursday through Tuesday off, but the wife couldn't Thursday off, so we'll probably be leaving Rosamond about 1700, and Google says it's just under 4 hours to get there.
Rik,
We meet at the AVI in the morning, but most of us stay at the Harrah's Casino about 15 minutes away. You may want to see if you can switch your reservation if you want to partake in the Thursday evening festivities!
edit: Was able to cancel at the Avi.
Post by: steve c on March 16, 2016, 01:38:33 PM
With what time you'll be arriving, that's what I would do!
Post by: RikRong on March 16, 2016, 01:44:35 PM
Rik, if you've already got the room booked, stay at the Avi. Sleep in a little.Too late. haha lol
With what time you'll be arriving, that's what I would do!
Post by: RBduffer on March 16, 2016, 04:49:58 PM
See ya at Harrah's.
Post by: RikRong on March 16, 2016, 08:51:42 PM
As a rule: I never "do what Steve would do". This philosophy has saved me many, many times >:DSound advice, thanks.
See ya at Harrah's.
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Post by: Toro on March 16, 2016, 09:59:13 PM
Post by: RBduffer on March 17, 2016, 10:28:56 AM
I'm modding my rig lately just for this trip. I knew you would be all so excited for me ???
Post by: steve c on March 17, 2016, 11:38:51 AM
As a rule: I never "do what Steve would do". This philosophy has saved me many, many times >:D
See ya at Harrah's.
Sound advice, thanks.
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How dare you two.
O0
Thanks for getting this sorted, Danny.
Cold beer for you.
Post by: Celt on March 17, 2016, 12:02:24 PM
Once again Danny, thanks for going through all the BS for the benifit of all of us.
I'm modding my rig lately just for this trip. I knew you would be all so excited for me ???
WWSD?
Post by: JFanaselle on March 17, 2016, 03:22:58 PM
Cold beer for you.
x2 - you're still ok with Bud Light, correct? That's my desert beer of choice. :)
Post by: Toro on March 17, 2016, 05:13:11 PM
x2 - you're still ok with Bud Light, correct? That's my desert beer of choice. :)The redneck in me is giddy!
Post by: Jayrat on March 17, 2016, 09:23:29 PM
The redneck in me is giddy!Yippy Ki Yay :o
Post by: xxSVxx on March 18, 2016, 10:54:49 AM
Please look this over, and let me know if I missed anything
I'd like to get this fine tuned the closer we get....
Thanks,
Christiaan
http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=3513.msg40235#msg40235
Post by: RikRong on March 18, 2016, 12:25:07 PM
Hey Guys, GalsUpdated my contributions.
Please look this over, and let me know if I missed anything
I'd like to get this fine tuned the closer we get....
Thanks,
Christiaan
http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=3513.msg40235#msg40235
Post by: Toro on March 22, 2016, 09:12:33 AM
Post by: steve c on March 22, 2016, 09:23:10 AM
Post by: RikRong on March 22, 2016, 12:27:33 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on March 22, 2016, 01:41:10 PM
Post by: Toro on March 22, 2016, 01:58:06 PM
Thanks.
Post by: knightrider on March 22, 2016, 02:08:32 PM
In! My plus one is 80%
Is it a lady? ;D
Also in!! Just me as Jill decided to take a bunch of cake orders.
Post by: Jayrat on March 22, 2016, 02:11:36 PM
Maybe +1
Post by: xxSVxx on March 22, 2016, 02:58:52 PM
+1 is doubtful, but hey...$20 is $20, right?
Post by: Alex on March 22, 2016, 03:16:48 PM
Post by: FBinSD on March 22, 2016, 04:54:50 PM
Post by: Ghost65 on March 22, 2016, 07:05:46 PM
In
+1 is doubtful, but hey...$20 is $20, right?
Lol!!
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Post by: RBduffer on March 22, 2016, 11:49:25 PM
Post by: Celt on March 23, 2016, 12:34:22 AM
Post by: CAWoody on March 23, 2016, 07:43:08 AM
Post by: Toro on March 23, 2016, 09:12:19 AM
Thanks everyone for responding.
Post by: Jayrat on March 23, 2016, 09:05:05 PM
OP updated.You forgot to confirm Yourself + Family
Thanks everyone for responding.
Post by: Toro on March 23, 2016, 10:14:27 PM
You forgot to confirm Yourself + FamilyLol.... you got it!
Post by: Motorpig77 on March 24, 2016, 09:24:20 AM
Post by: spoolup on March 24, 2016, 07:51:20 PM
Just posted some new updates to the rig on TNX. I have my roof top tent installed! Going to be a great time, and again, thank you to the team here for letting an outsider join along.
Post by: Toro on March 24, 2016, 08:38:23 PM
Thanks everyone.
Post by: PainRoller on March 24, 2016, 08:49:38 PM
Been busy with the move, painting, working, etc. - sorry we've been MIA on this site.
Can't wait to see everyone and catch up. Pepe is getting restless sitting in the driveway.... >:D
Post by: Toro on March 25, 2016, 08:20:08 PM
I just recieved the digital permit, from the preserve, and we have been granted a permit for 20 vehicles. Top 5 standby list holders are now in.
Please acknowledge and confirm here.
Post by: steve c on March 25, 2016, 08:31:52 PM
OP UPDATED.
I just recieved the digital permit, from the preserve, and we have been granted a permit for 20 vehicles. Top 5 standby list holders are now in.
Please acknowledge and confirm here.
WTF????!!!!!!!
That hasn't happened before!
Way to go TORO!!!
Post by: Celt on March 25, 2016, 09:21:04 PM
OP UPDATED.
I just recieved the digital permit, from the preserve, and we have been granted a permit for 20 vehicles. Top 5 standby list holders are now in.
Please acknowledge and confirm here.
Hell musta froze over or some such, go out and buy a lottery ticket man.
Post by: RBduffer on March 25, 2016, 09:31:41 PM
Post by: TrailBreaker on March 25, 2016, 10:22:18 PM
This will give me a chance to rock my brand new SCCX t-shirt :)
Post by: Toro on March 26, 2016, 07:46:58 AM
Post by: RikRong on March 26, 2016, 08:22:05 AM
WTF????!!!!!!!They're trying to allow as many people run it before it gets closed to vehicles if they decide lump in the preserve with those other parks they are trying to seal off from vehicles.
That hasn't happened before!
Way to go TORO!!!
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Post by: RikRong on March 26, 2016, 08:23:19 AM
Just a reminder to all. Get you comms squared away. 1 month out.Are we going follow the band plan that's posted in one of the other MR threads?
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Post by: Motorpig77 on March 26, 2016, 08:56:37 AM
Post by: Toro on March 26, 2016, 10:20:24 AM
Danny, scratch Jonathan from the list, baseball and being a teenager have taken priority :-(Thanks Clint,
OP updated.
Riz98, your in. Please confirm.
Post by: knightrider on March 27, 2016, 11:02:28 AM
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Post by: Riz98 on March 27, 2016, 12:29:54 PM
Post by: Toro on March 27, 2016, 12:35:07 PM
Danny can you please add Chris W to the list?
Sent from my rooftop tent while stargazing
Added
I am not going to be able to make it. We are making a cross country trip to Florida to visit a family member that was recently diagnosed with cancer. On a brighter note we will be camping at Fort Pickens while we are there. Everybody have a good time and I am looking forward to seeing some pictures or videos.
You and your family will be missed. Sorry to hear the news.
Post by: Toro on March 27, 2016, 12:36:19 PM
Are we going follow the band plan that's posted in one of the other MR threads?We'll hammer out the details later.
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For now, I'd like to make sure everyone has comms on board.
Post by: Toro on March 27, 2016, 12:37:09 PM
Your in! Please confirm.
Post by: Yota-Spy on March 27, 2016, 01:17:11 PM
Chris Wharton
Basecamp-Expeditions
Post by: Toro on March 27, 2016, 01:38:58 PM
Hi folks, tis me, the Brit with the white Tacoma... I feel like somewhat of a spy... here in this den of Nissaneers :-) Very happy to be invited! Thank you all!Welcome Chris,
Chris Wharton
Basecamp-Expeditions
All are welcome here. Just be cool and patient...that's really all we ask.
We got you on the Stand by list.
Post by: Toro on March 27, 2016, 11:03:29 PM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on March 31, 2016, 10:22:48 AM
Post by: Celt on March 31, 2016, 10:47:15 AM
Just wanted to send a COMMS update...got the CB and the Handheld ham(wasn't able to get a license in time, but will enjoy listening to the chatter). I can't wait...I missed the last part of the winter edition...so I'm excited to see the remainder of the road!
You still have time to take a couple of tests:
http://sandarc.org/index.php/typography/2013-10-21-13-29-46
Post by: RBduffer on March 31, 2016, 10:48:39 AM
Post by: Celt on March 31, 2016, 10:54:24 AM
Exellent job Dale. Just being able to listen to the Ham frequencies will teach you some, but more importantly, you can enjoy all the 'smack talk' about the CBers >:D
I personally think he's a mole for the Chicken Banders to relay our secret transmissions,
Post by: Toro on March 31, 2016, 11:12:31 AM
Granted, only with the 3 rigs right next to you but still.......
Post by: JFanaselle on March 31, 2016, 01:25:49 PM
Actually, this group is littered with so many HAM only guys that the smack talking occurs over CB.
Granted, only with the 3 rigs right next to you but still.......
Or with a completely different group of shovel-loving folks all together? :D
Post by: RikRong on March 31, 2016, 02:44:07 PM
Actually, this group is littered with so many HAM only guys that the smack talking occurs over CB.I'll be smack talking on both. O0
Granted, only with the 3 rigs right next to you but still.......
Post by: Toro on March 31, 2016, 07:00:27 PM
Trail breaker,
Your in. Please confirm on this thread.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on March 31, 2016, 09:41:14 PM
You still have time to take a couple of tests:
http://sandarc.org/index.php/typography/2013-10-21-13-29-46
The beginning of the year has been extremely hectic with work...and every chance I've had to take the test, I've had to work..including all of the remaining weekends. Oh well...I'm good being part of the "cool kids" group with CB's... lol
Post by: Ghost65 on April 01, 2016, 08:13:52 AM
I personally think he's a mole for the Chicken Banders to relay our secret transmissions,
Reynolds Wrap...just sayin.
Post by: Celt on April 01, 2016, 08:58:48 AM
Reynolds Wrap...just sayin.
Hhhhhhhmmmmm.....
Post by: Jayrat on April 01, 2016, 09:08:02 AM
Reynolds Wrap...just sayin.
Post by: FrankB on April 01, 2016, 10:35:11 AM
Reynolds Wrap...just sayin.
Aluminum Foil Deflector Beanies (AFDB) have a long history on SCCX. In fact, at one time I thought they were a part of the suggested gear list for Xcursions, or at least those to certain areas. Certainly a prudent thing to keep on board at all times, just in case. If this link to a search works you can see some of that. I searched the site for "AFDB".
http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?action=search2
Post by: TrailBreaker on April 01, 2016, 01:16:36 PM
List updated!Confirmed. Thank you Danny. My better half is undecided at this point, she isn't keen on tenting for 2/3 nights.
TrailBreaker,
Your in. Please confirm on this thread.
This will be my first desert camping trip - looking forward to it! I'll check out the food thread to see who needs help and what supplies I should bring
See everybody in 3 weeks - Ben (and possibly Kailey)
Post by: spoolup on April 04, 2016, 07:17:04 AM
There is no way I can break in a new clutch, re assemble the stuff on the truck (had to remove all the skid plates for them to access the drivetrain, remove the CB and stuff on the center console to be able to remove it, and the RTT to fit the rack. And have time to test everything out. I am going to have to back out of this trip.
Toro, I have a PM coming inbound to you in just a moment. But wanted to apologize for missing this opportunity to do this trail run. It has been on my list for a while. Sorry.
Post by: Jayrat on April 05, 2016, 02:24:50 PM
Post by: RBduffer on April 05, 2016, 05:10:38 PM
Just booked my Laughlin room
Dude! You're a genius, I forgot all about that. I'm booked now though :D
Post by: steve c on April 05, 2016, 05:38:09 PM
Well guys, bad news.
BOOO!
Post by: steve c on April 05, 2016, 05:55:35 PM
Dude! You're a genius, I forgot all about that. I'm booked now though :D
Where'd you book, Randy? North Tower Deluxe?! Party in Randy's room.
Post by: fiercextreme on April 06, 2016, 07:28:46 AM
Post by: RikRong on April 07, 2016, 03:14:51 PM
Post by: JFanaselle on April 08, 2016, 09:54:46 AM
In all seriousness though, thanks for taking the initiative to work on this. A solid comms plan is the key to being able to get help in the event of an emergency (heaven forbid). Who wants to be thumbing through an ARRL repeater directory with a bunch of peaks and locations you've never heard of when we have someone on the trail that is suffering from a snake bite and we're trying to summon emergency medical help?
Post by: Celt on April 08, 2016, 10:09:49 AM
Can you laminate the com plan and include it on the back of everyone's nametags? ;)
Oh noooooooo, you didn't! HAHAHHAHAHAH Oh YES you did!!! That's flippin hysterical!
Admin edit: Fixed your quote, you fail at the internet. :D
Signed,
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Post by: Celt on April 08, 2016, 10:13:48 AM
I'm going to look to replicate Sage Bromax's radio communications plan when I can actually get on a computer that allows me to use RepeaterBook.com. Sage's looks good, but when I bumped some of the repeaters he listed from the Winter Trip, they didn't seem to be open. I'll upload a map pulled from Repeater Book and I'll upload the file as it's exported to Excel, so all of the information is included. If someone is working on this, please let me know so we're not duplicating effort.
Rick, that's pretty cool of you to do this for us. Nevermind Joe and me bantering back and forth it has nothing to do with what you are doing and it's appreciated for the guys who don't already have this info pre-plotted into their radios. Maybe you can make a suggestion in the comms section for the BOD's to adopt standard secondary and maybe third simplex channels or start up a thread to include common solid repeaters in a lot of the areas we as a group frequent like Anza Borrego, Big Bear, Johnson Valley, Death Valley etc. etc....
Great job!
Post by: RikRong on April 08, 2016, 01:35:26 PM
Can you laminate the com plan and include it on the back of everyone's nametags? ;)You mean kinda like CHaynes tries to do on all of his trips? haha
In all seriousness though, thanks for taking the initiative to work on this. A solid comms plan is the key to being able to get help in the event of an emergency (heaven forbid). Who wants to be thumbing through an ARRL repeater directory with a bunch of peaks and locations you've never heard of when we have someone on the trail that is suffering from a snake bite and we're trying to summon emergency medical help?
Rick, that's pretty cool of you to do this for us. Nevermind Joe and me bantering back and forth it has nothing to do with what you are doing and it's appreciated for the guys who don't already have this info pre-plotted into their radios. Maybe you can make a suggestion in the comms section for the BOD's to adopt standard secondary and maybe third simplex channels or start up a thread to include common solid repeaters in a lot of the areas we as a group frequent like Anza Borrego, Big Bear, Johnson Valley, Death Valley etc. etc....It's no problem at all. It's a fairly simple thing to do with a website like RepeaterBook. I'm also glad you mentioned making a standard comms plan for the other common areas because that's something I've also looked at doing. We all usually do the same things, so there should be no reason to re-invent the wheel each time. Also, many of our radios have the capability to program banks, so we could easily keep each bank programmed with the repeaters for each area. I'll just need to find some time, this weekend is going to be a project weekend, alignment, rear lighting, coil bucket trimming, and the run on Sunday, but I should have something together in time for everyone to have their radio programmed before the trip.
Great job!
Post by: Toro on April 08, 2016, 01:46:43 PM
Please confirm if you haven't done so yet.
Post by: Celt on April 08, 2016, 02:49:14 PM
Been on the road for several days, just updated the list.
Please confirm if you haven't done so yet.
I'm confirming that I've been confirmed, IF that needs to be confirmed?
Post by: Celt on April 08, 2016, 02:54:49 PM
You mean kinda like CHaynes tries to do on all of his trips? hahaIt's no problem at all. It's a fairly simple thing to do with a website like RepeaterBook. I'm also glad you mentioned making a standard comms plan for the other common areas because that's something I've also looked at doing. We all usually do the same things, so there should be no reason to re-invent the wheel each time. Also, many of our radios have the capability to program banks, so we could easily keep each bank programmed with the repeaters for each area. I'll just need to find some time, this weekend is going to be a project weekend, alignment, rear lighting, coil bucket trimming, and the run on Sunday, but I should have something together in time for everyone to have their radio programmed before the trip.
Awesome, I'm sure it would be greatly appreciated amongst the HAM masses at large! and you won't even have to make name tags.................... >:D
Post by: Toro on April 08, 2016, 03:11:35 PM
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and it's raining. Should make for a nice run in 2 weeks.
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 08, 2016, 03:19:20 PM
Post by: fiercextreme on April 08, 2016, 04:20:55 PM
Post by: Toro on April 08, 2016, 06:45:25 PM
Mojave West was getting dumped on today.
Bring your oars!
Post by: Ghost65 on April 08, 2016, 08:30:32 PM
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Post by: Celt on April 08, 2016, 09:55:37 PM
Afton Canyon is gonna be flowin'!
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And if were really lucky, Soda Lake is gonna be slip, slip, slippin!
Post by: Jayrat on April 09, 2016, 07:36:46 AM
Post by: (Sir)JohnOfFullerton on April 09, 2016, 09:28:13 AM
Post by: Toro on April 09, 2016, 10:11:22 AM
So can I get a wait list spot?Absolutely!
Post by: Toro on April 09, 2016, 10:14:30 AM
With a wait list going, I'd hate to leave someone out and have a no show.
Post by: Toro on April 10, 2016, 09:29:32 AM
Nick, we haven't heard from you. Please post up or respond.
Post by: Toro on April 11, 2016, 07:10:32 AM
FierceX , your in. Please confirm.
Post by: xxSVxx on April 11, 2016, 10:08:03 AM
If you're planning on attending our shin-dig, could you please head over to the food thread, which was just updated.
Do not post in this thread about meals, since we have an entire thread dedicated to that....but, I wanted to let anyone coming know that we are meal planning as a group...
http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=3513.msg40235#msg40235
Post by: xxSVxx on April 12, 2016, 10:36:48 AM
I would like to ask that anyone and everyone who is coming to TMR next weekend stop by the food thread and double check that:
a) you are bringing something or contributing in a way
b) see if you can fill in one of the gaps we have, since there are a couple
Thanks,
-Christiaan
Post by: Toro on April 12, 2016, 05:08:03 PM
(Sir)JohnofFullerton, your in. Please confirm when you can.
Post by: fiercextreme on April 12, 2016, 06:39:40 PM
Post by: Jayrat on April 12, 2016, 08:49:11 PM
Post by: (Sir)JohnOfFullerton on April 12, 2016, 10:26:15 PM
Op updated..Excellent, confirmed :)
(Sir)JohnofFullerton, your in. Please confirm when you can.
Post by: RBduffer on April 13, 2016, 10:58:09 AM
Hey Toro, It's going to be just me,, no +'s
^^^^^ This, will be interesting! ^^^^^
Note to self: Bring more PBR & Whiskey
PS congrats SJoF
so glad you got in!
Post by: Jayrat on April 14, 2016, 08:27:24 AM
^^^^^ This, will be interesting! ^^^^^I owe you some PBR.. It's go time
Note to self: Bring more PBR & Whiskey
Post by: Celt on April 14, 2016, 12:29:04 PM
I owe you some PBR.. It's go time
At least we have a Canadian along to blame anything that goes wrong on.
Post by: RikRong on April 14, 2016, 02:39:02 PM
I've also uploaded info for the WIN system repeaters, as I feel that these are repeaters that everyone in the SW should have loaded to their radio. I have all of the WIN repeaters programmed into my radio, but if you don't want to do that, you can search for ones that are close in proximity to our travel route. Most of the WINs are long distance repeaters. These are PDFs, so you won't really be able to copy and paste into your programming software, but they should be a good starting point.
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Post by: CarJEEP on April 14, 2016, 06:40:34 PM
Post by: Celt on April 15, 2016, 05:00:54 PM
Guys, please bring a couple bundles of wood so we will have enough for Fire Jenga and the usual shenanigans.
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 16, 2016, 08:34:07 PM
Tryin to get a set of off road tires on this girl before Thursday but this went on today my Nissanaught friends. Leitner Active Cargo Systems crushed it. Super stoked for Thursday. Oh and on the pot-luck shizzle, not replied (techno disabled) but I got Curry Wurst one night and "Camping Fondu" the next ;-) Again, thank you so much for allowing me to tag along!
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Post by: fiercextreme on April 16, 2016, 11:40:11 PM
Post by: Ghost65 on April 17, 2016, 03:17:31 PM
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Post by: Celt on April 17, 2016, 04:06:36 PM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on April 17, 2016, 07:24:55 PM
Post by: Celt on April 17, 2016, 08:17:55 PM
Do we have an action plan for where we're camping on the trail?
I touched base with Toro today and he told me he planned on the same spots we were in on the winter run only in reverse order.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on April 17, 2016, 08:29:26 PM
I touched base with Toro today and he told me he planned on the same spots we were in on the winter run only in reverse order.
AWESOME! I was really hoping to go back to that spot in the mountains. Can't wait to see my fiance's face when it gets technical at the end, lol.
Post by: Celt on April 17, 2016, 08:49:44 PM
AWESOME! I was really hoping to go back to that spot in the mountains. Can't wait to see my fiance's face when it gets technical at the end, lol.
I'm glad you guys are going along.
Post by: Jayrat on April 17, 2016, 09:28:52 PM
AWESOME! I was really hoping to go back to that spot in the mountains. Can't wait to see my fiance's face when it gets technical at the end, lol.
No Snow this time >:D
Post by: Celt on April 17, 2016, 09:30:26 PM
No Snow this time >:D
Duffman's air mattress will be useless then...
:o >:(
Post by: RikRong on April 18, 2016, 10:27:59 AM
No Snow this time >:DThank goodness, I moved to SoCal to get away from the snow. 8)
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 18, 2016, 08:19:47 PM
Post by: steve c on April 18, 2016, 08:33:08 PM
If anyone is camping on Thursday night please send me a fix on where I can find you folks. Campsite name? Address? Grid Ref? Thanks folks. Failing that, where does a sleepy guy find this legendary motel?
Harrah's Laughlin (https://www.totalrewards.com/reserve/?regioncode=oth&propCode=lau&adults=1&children=0&tripcode=&arrival=04%2F21%2F2016&departure=04%2F22%2F2016&roomDetails=%5B%7B%22Adults%22%3A1%2C%22Children%22%3A0%7D%5D&propcontent=true#hotel/search/regionCode=OTH&action=FindRooms&propCode=LAU&adults=1&children=0&roomDetails=%5B%7B%22Adults%22%3A1%2C%22Children%22%3A0%7D%5D&tripCode=&arrivalDate=04/21/2016&departureDate=04/22/2016&isExpired=null&isValidOccupancy=null&__cb=1460653371306) is where the majority of us are staying.
That link will take you right to the room booking page for Thursday night.
I got north tower DELUXE (I don't know what makes it deluxe, lol)
See you there!
Post by: JFanaselle on April 18, 2016, 10:53:34 PM
Post by: Jayrat on April 19, 2016, 07:22:16 AM
If I remember correctly, didn't Jayrat show up around midnight last year and sleep in his rig in the parking lot of the Avi? That's always an option for the overnight arrivers too. But yeah, Harrah's at Laughlin is so dang cheap, it's almost a no brainer.
Yes sir ,couldn't leave San Diego till 11:00pm arrived around 3:00am slept in the parking lot of AVI , Sir John, slept on some dirt road
This year I got a room >:D
Post by: JFanaselle on April 19, 2016, 08:59:11 AM
Post by: RBduffer on April 19, 2016, 09:43:20 AM
Just an update - my +1 passenger will be my wife this year instead of my brother. She managed to get the time off of work after all. Looking forward to a great trip! Is it Thursday yet!?!?!
Note to Toro: Please put Joe down for one Wife Swap.
Post by: steve c on April 19, 2016, 09:59:05 AM
Note to Toro: Please put Joe down for one Wife Swap.
And I get S for threadjacking.
Post by: Ghost65 on April 19, 2016, 07:02:47 PM
And I get S for threadjacking.
Salt?
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So confused...
Post by: knightrider on April 19, 2016, 11:43:50 PM
Sent from my RTT while stargazing
Post by: CAWoody on April 20, 2016, 10:07:31 AM
Post by: Celt on April 20, 2016, 10:19:35 AM
P.S:
Food 4 Less
500 E Virginia Way
Barstow, CA gas is $2.55
Circle K
1062 AZ-95
Bullhead City, AZ gas is $1.85..........
Post by: xxSVxx on April 20, 2016, 10:37:18 AM
Post by: RikRong on April 20, 2016, 12:26:39 PM
Post by: NUBEX on April 20, 2016, 12:28:09 PM
Will get a CB radio as well, since I don't have one.
It's been a while since I last joined one of these xcursions, but been off-roading on my own every chance I get :)
It would be fun to go out with the club again!
Cheers to all of you!
Post by: xxSVxx on April 20, 2016, 04:19:08 PM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on April 20, 2016, 04:23:19 PM
I don't plan on leaving the Antelope Valley until around 6PM, so yeah, I'll be far behind everyone else. O0
Same here...Probably not leaving San Marcos until 7pm...UGH >:( >:( >:( >:(
Post by: Ghost65 on April 20, 2016, 04:39:03 PM
If someone *cough* Randy or *cough* Joe could bring a few of those little plastic chingaderas that hold the grill in...that would be fabulous...lost 2 while in Escondido Monday night =/
Zip tyes can cure this...now turn your head again and *cough*
Post by: Jayrat on April 20, 2016, 05:55:17 PM
Be in Laughlin around 4:00
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 20, 2016, 08:49:09 PM
Post by: Celt on April 20, 2016, 08:53:29 PM
Plan is to be packed and rolling by 1100. I do take it that at least a few of you will be found looking outdoorsy in the shady hotel bar sometimes after 1800? Its MFk'in Pre-Thursday troops!
Just go walkin around the casino carryin a 6-pack of PBR. That will attract the guys like a buncha pit bulls to a Chihuahua with a pork chop tied around it's neck runnin through the ghetto.
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 20, 2016, 09:09:04 PM
Post by: Celt on April 20, 2016, 09:29:10 PM
Celt? We need to talk, way beyond that acute angle you have on that long rifle profile shot that tells me "this man got stories to hear" ;-) I Celt your ass and raise you a Welshman! ;-)
Ie da ....!
Post by: fiercextreme on April 20, 2016, 09:49:56 PM
If I remember correctly, didn't Jayrat show up around midnight last year and sleep in his rig in the parking lot of the Avi? That's always an option for the overnight arrivers too. But yeah, Harrah's at Laughlin is so dang cheap, it's almost a no brainer.
I got something to do last minute so I'm leaving friday morning by 6am. Hoping to get there by 10 or 1030.
Post by: JFanaselle on April 20, 2016, 11:40:35 PM
If someone *cough* Randy or *cough* Joe could bring a few of those little plastic chingaderas that hold the grill in...that would be fabulous...lost 2 while in Escondido Monday night =/
I'd love to, but I still don't know what box they're packed away in following the move. I'll do my best to find a couple before I hit the road tomorrow.
The wife and I should be hitting the road about 1:30 pm. Wanted to start much earlier and spend the day exploring on the way out, but work and handing our son off to his grandparents thwarted those plans. Should be in Laughlin around 6:00 pm (still planning to stop in Amboy for a Route 66 root beer). I'll be monitoring SCCX Simplex 146.535 all the way out there and will hail my call sign every now and then, just in case anyone else is near by.
Jayrat - just be aware, Route 66 is still shut down from Kelbaker Road (east of Amboy) to Fenner due to some major flooding that took place out there during summer of 2014. Dozens of bridges washed out and the county of San Bernardino is really dragging their feet on getting everything repaired. For that stretch, you'll have to take Kelbaker Road up to the 40, and then you can get back off of the 40 in Fenner and continue on the 66. It's not far out of the way, but unfortunately you'll miss some cool stretches of the road with a couple of cool abandoned towns. :(
Post by: Celt on April 20, 2016, 11:58:43 PM
I'd love to, but I still don't know what box they're packed away in following the move. I'll do my best to find a couple before I hit the road tomorrow.
The wife and I should be hitting the road about 1:30 pm. Wanted to start much earlier and spend the day exploring on the way out, but work and handing our son off to his grandparents thwarted those plans. Should be in Laughlin around 6:00 pm (still planning to stop in Amboy for a Route 66 root beer). I'll be monitoring SCCX Simplex 146.535 all the way out there and will hail my call sign every now and then, just in case anyone else is near by.
Jayrat - just be aware, Route 66 is still shut down from Kelbaker Road (east of Amboy) to the town of Goffs due to some major flooding that took place out there during summer of 2014. Dozens of bridges washed out and the county of San Bernardino is really dragging their feet on getting everything repaired. For that stretch, you'll have to take Kelbaker Road up to the 40, and then you can get back off of the 40 in Goffs and continue on the 66. It's not far out of the way, but unfortunately you'll miss some cool stretches of the road with a couple of cool abandoned towns. :(
So why not turn off the road and bypass the areas shut down through the open desert then get back on the road? What they don't know won't hurt you.....
Heh Heh Heh....
Post by: JFanaselle on April 21, 2016, 12:32:50 AM
There isn't much open desert out there that would allow you to bypass 35 miles of closed highway. The brush is a bit thick and there are washes and gulleys everywhere. I'm sure you could find your way through it all on some trails and blazing your own trail in places, but taking the interstate will put you in the the exact same spot in the end and won't be a hassle, just a little longer of a drive (41 miles vs. 35 if the road was open).
Post by: Celt on April 21, 2016, 01:31:46 AM
In theory that would work, but the shut down portion is like 35 miles long. You can easily go around the barricades at the closure - I'm pretty sure they have it set up like that for the few locals who do live out there in Essex and for the construction crews working on the road. But I wouldn't recommend it because eventually you'll run up on crews working on the road and they'll be pretty upset. You could always go around them and go as far as you can until you come upon workers, and hopefully go around them in the open desert at that spot. Just not sure if they'd be happy about that, and/or if you'd earn yourself a traffic ticket.
There isn't much open desert out there that would allow you to bypass 35 miles of closed highway. The brush is a bit thick and there are washes and gulleys everywhere. I'm sure you could find your way through it all on some trails and blazing your own trail in places, but taking the interstate will put you in the the exact same spot in the end and won't be a hassle, just a little longer of a drive (41 miles vs. 35 if the road was open).
I'm not sure that I've ever seen Cal-Trans have the ability to issue a traffic citation. If the roadway is closed CHP will not be out there and they would have a hard time proving you drove over a barricade. Once on the closed roadway, there might be an obscure section but it would have to be proved that you were aware of the closure in the first place which would be impossible. I'm not advocating blatant disregard but what I'm saying might be a heck of a lot of fun is an overland trip away from the beaten path to get away from people which is what the majority of us on these types of runs are after. As to the roadways where they are working on them as long as you aren't messing up the work they are doing it really wouldn't matter. I'm pretty sure they would be a useful resource to find out the lay of the land ahead. I think you are over thinking this a bit and concerned about CVC rather than driving off road. In my experience, treading lightly allows for passage where most might meet resistance is met. Either way, this trip should be a heck of a lot of fun with some crazy laughs around the fires that we can all look back on in later years and wish we had the chance to do it again.......
Post by: Ghost65 on April 21, 2016, 10:26:04 AM
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The sections of 66 that aren't shut down are rough but passable, and still really cool. (Like Joe said) We actually aired down for most of it!
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Post by: Celt on April 21, 2016, 10:41:53 AM
We ran 66 in 2015 from Barstow east geocaching our way to Laughlin.
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The sections of 66 that aren't shut down are rough but passable, and still really cool. (Like Joe said) We actually aired down for most of it!
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Did you get a decent rate at that hotel?
Post by: Toro on April 21, 2016, 10:42:17 AM
2m Simplex 146.535
CB 17
Safe travels everyone. See you guys real soon.
Post by: ultrapc40 on April 21, 2016, 08:12:32 PM
Note condition on The trial
Post by: Alex on April 22, 2016, 08:12:09 AM
Post by: Toro on April 22, 2016, 08:24:23 AM
Post by: fourxfunk on April 23, 2016, 02:08:43 PM
Post by: (Sir)JohnOfFullerton on April 24, 2016, 08:19:39 PM
Post by: RikRong on April 24, 2016, 09:08:29 PM
Post by: Celt on April 24, 2016, 11:10:57 PM
Post by: Toro on April 25, 2016, 05:47:57 AM
After the bush fix to get him to the high way, Christiaan had his rig towed to my place. I swung by FierceX's place to pick up a set of coilovers....Fierce was still on the trail so he called ahead to his wife.
Took us about 45 min and he was on the road home by 8pm.
Good times.
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 25, 2016, 05:51:14 AM
I too had fun. Always a great time on the Mojave Road.
After the bush fix to get him to the high way, Christiaan had his rig towed to my place. I swung by FierceX's place to pick up a set of coilovers....Fierce wasn't still on the trail so he called ahead to his wife.
Took us about 45 min and he was on the road home by 8pm.
Good times.
This update makes me happy!
Post by: (Sir)JohnOfFullerton on April 25, 2016, 08:10:03 AM
I too had fun. Always a great time on the Mojave Road.That's fantastic. Toro you're the man, I don't care what Steve C says about you.
After the bush fix to get him to the high way, Christiaan had his rig towed to my place. I swung by FierceX's place to pick up a set of coilovers....Fierce was still on the trail so he called ahead to his wife.
Took us about 45 min and he was on the road home by 8pm.
Good times.
Post by: Jayrat on April 25, 2016, 08:27:16 AM
Nice work Toro and Sir John 8)
Post by: fiercextreme on April 25, 2016, 08:35:33 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on April 25, 2016, 10:03:34 AM
Also a huge thank you to everyone on this trip who made it another memorable one for the record books. This was a great group of folks, and I can't wait to share some photos of our good time and see what everyone else was able to capture.
I too had fun. Always a great time on the Mojave Road.
After the bush fix to get him to the high way, Christiaan had his rig towed to my place. I swung by FierceX's place to pick up a set of coilovers....Fierce was still on the trail so he called ahead to his wife.
Took us about 45 min and he was on the road home by 8pm.
Good times.
This update is a huge relief. I agree with Jayrat - it's amazing what can be done on the trail with the great minds in this group. You guys know who you are, and this group wouldn't be the same without you. I tend to stay out of the way or simply hand tools because I don't have the same genius mind, but I'm always observing and learning, which gives me more and more confidence each time I hit the trails.
Joe your snoring on night 2 was a relief after I thought a mountain lion was just outside my tent, lol!
Ha! Maybe it was a mountain lion after all, because the wife said I wasn't snoring (although she does snore, and I tend to sleep through it at this point so maybe it was her). :) In all honesty, I usually sleep well on these trips, but I slept like garbage each night out there for some reason and I woke up at least 5 or 6 times each night. :-\ I think it was a combination between the hole in my air mattress and the super bright moon tricking me into thinking it was daylight.
Post by: RikRong on April 25, 2016, 10:16:33 AM
Rik, great meeting you guys on the run and for posting the pics. I rolled in about 2200 and after off-loading the necessities have decided to concede to a warm comfortable bed. Hopefully everyone made it back safely and the extended field repair went off without a hitch. Great run, much thanks to Toro for setting it up and all you guys who went along!It was also a pleasure to meet you, finally. I got home, banged out my HW, unloaded the truck, and managed to upload the pics.
I too had fun. Always a great time on the Mojave Road.Yes, this is an awesome update.
After the bush fix to get him to the high way, Christiaan had his rig towed to my place. I swung by FierceX's place to pick up a set of coilovers....Fierce was still on the trail so he called ahead to his wife.
Took us about 45 min and he was on the road home by 8pm.
Good times.
Thanks to everyone. Had a great time! Glad to have finally met u guys and put a face to the name. Please forgive me I'm bad w names. I know I stumbled w the names and recognizing voices on cb comms a few times. I just wanted to give a shout out to the fellas who helped me on my journey. Toro thx for the awesome trip. I know it took time and effort to set this up! Celt for helping me realize my tent wasnt going to be there in the morning (due to high winds) if I didnt add the extra string and bungie support to my truck. Your father is a great man! Sir John for just making me feel welcome and all warm and fuzzy inside from those great winks oh and the sun block. Chris (the crazy American w the Unon Jack stamped on his shoudler) nice to meet such a fascinating personality, oh and for helping me get on the right track w proper eating habits and for that amazing cheese. My wife loved it! Joe your snoring on night 2 was a relief after I thought a mountain lion was just outside my tent, lol! Jordan for the reassurance u were somewhere behind me, but in always good cb contact as well. Jeep Garrett and Daniel for helping me realize minimum two 5-gallon spare gas cans would be better on this trip! Daniel and your nice father for the spare phone charger to help me troubleshoot my 12v outlets. The last thing I would have expected was my charger dieing the morning of my trip, but bringing an inverter wasnt a bad idea either. Tim thx for the tech info on ur boards and that next time I should bring some sandwiches. Yours looked so yummy on day 3. Randy for helping me not want to do a PA speaker from my cb anymore. TrailBreaker for the airing up after the trip. I appreciated your patience. Rik for the roasting utencil to cook my hot dogs and ur wifes potty training techniques for my lil boy! It just so happened after coming home from this trip hes potty trained. I guess mommies techniques work better than mine. SteveC that wearing a longsleeve shirt in the desert isnt a silly idea after all. Jayrat for great conversations and now I know ur one of the fast guys and u need to be in front of me not behid me, lol! And to all the others who made this trip special I thank you! Ill post my pics soon!I hope it was a good experience with the group. Good luck with work, and I'm happy to hear about your child.
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Post by: xxSVxx on April 25, 2016, 10:45:33 AM
I owe Sir John, Danny, Jordan, Rick, Randy a debt of gratitude I'll do my best to pay back. You guys helped me limp to help, which lead to a quick-fix, which got me home by 9 with my rig operational, which I thought was nearly impossible for a majority of the day.
Tim, it was great to follow you in that traffic on the 15 and then again on the 40 lol.
It was great to put face with the new names, and I hope to see you all out on the trail soon.
Thanks,
-Christiaan
aka DIRTY X
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Post by: Celt on April 25, 2016, 12:04:10 PM
Listen bitches...I only work in purple.
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HAHAHAHHAHAHHAHAHA...................... Now THAT was funny!
Post by: Celt on April 25, 2016, 12:29:14 PM
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Post by: RBduffer on April 25, 2016, 06:26:28 PM
Oh yeah, and FYI Christiaan, I think that I saw GeoTaco with the Hippies that painted your Diff.
Post by: Celt on April 25, 2016, 08:02:49 PM
Great write ups guys! I don't think I can add anything to all the comments, except that I love the way that Celt was able to capture the whole trip in just 3 photos ;)
Oh yeah, and FYI Christiaan, I think that I saw GeoTaco with the Hippies that painted your Diff.
The looks on their faces when they got told to kick rocks was priceless...
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 25, 2016, 08:49:22 PM
I am far from the nicest. Hey, we all got our struggles.
But you people absorbed me into your event and accepted me warts and all. I have many pics from this trip but nothing says thank you for blowing my mind quite like this one. If I get to tag along in ma Yota-Taco again... Ima promise to work on taming my shit down some ;-) Y'all ROCK! Murica!
Thank you!
Post by: Celt on April 25, 2016, 09:00:51 PM
I am not the easiest person to be around.
I am far from the nicest. Hey, we all got our struggles.
But you people absorbed me into your event and accepted me warts and all. I have many pics from this trip but nothing says thank you for blowing my mind quite like this one. If I get to tag along in ma Yota-Taco again... Ima promise to work on taming my shit down some ;-) Y'all ROCK! Murica!
Thank you!
It was great hearing you giggle like a 10 year old kid at Disneyland over the radio at the fun you were having. That's what it's all about....
Post by: Yota-Spy on April 25, 2016, 09:17:38 PM
It was great hearing you giggle like a 10 year old kid at Disneyland over the radio at the fun you were having. That's what it's all about....
If you got anymore giggle y'all need to share... just saying. Again, thank you!
Post by: CarJEEP on April 26, 2016, 06:54:58 AM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on April 26, 2016, 08:35:50 AM
Post by: Celt on April 26, 2016, 10:38:29 AM
If you got anymore giggle y'all need to share... just saying. Again, thank you!
Seeing the ghetto bling bling gold diff cover was another thing that seemed to get a lot of mileage...
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Post by: fiercextreme on April 27, 2016, 12:21:49 AM
Post by: RBduffer on April 27, 2016, 09:20:53 AM
Post by: TrailBreaker on April 29, 2016, 12:27:13 PM
Most memorable (from a northeastern’s perspective):
1. Desert scenery and diversity
2. Fire jenga
3. Fireworks under the starlit desert sky
4. First time tenting & camping in the desert
5. How incredibly dry and deserted the Mojave is (for obvious reasons)
Most shocking:
1. See #2 above…crazy Canadian
2. My left arm is 2x tanner than the rest of me lol
3. Steve’s run-in with the cactus. pictures anyone?
4. That the highly modified Heep was the only vehicle that got stuck. CarJeep to the rescue!
5. That my only ‘trail damage’ was a blown fuse in my CB radio (before we were even on the trails)
6. Minimal use of 4WD
7. How much sand & dust is inside my truck…already replaced the cabin filters
8. Not taking a #2 for 3 days :-/ (trick is not drinking coffee)
Most appreciated:
1. THE MEALS…OMG
2. Meeting new Nissan enthusiasts (and Chris with the taco which did very well)
3. Teamwork…The west coast Xterra scene has the same level of commitment to help each other as the NE. Your trail repair ingenuity is unparalleled.
4. The half gallon of gasoline that I bought from Jordan was just enough to get me to the closest gas station on the way home
5. Being unexpectedly initiated into the group…you pranksters
6. **Experiencing the Mojave 4x4 Road with a great group of people**
Thanks again SCCX and I look forward to the next expedition - Ben
Post by: RikRong on April 29, 2016, 02:05:22 PM
4. First time tenting & camping in the desert - Mine too, it was awesome.
Most shocking:
4. That the highly modified Heep was the only vehicle that got stuck. CarJeep to the rescue! - I had to laugh about this too.
7. How much sand & dust is inside my truck…already replaced the cabin filters - I rolled with the windows up most of the time, and it was still super dusty
8. Not taking a #2 for 3 days :-/ (trick is not drinking coffee) - Don't be scared to poo in the desert. O0
Most appreciated:
1. THE MEALS…OMG - Yes!
3. Teamwork…The west coast Xterra scene has the same level of commitment to help each other as the NE. Your trail repair ingenuity is unparalleled. The best group of guys I've ever wheeled with.
5. Being unexpectedly initiated into the group…you pranksters - The panic on your face...
Post by: Jayrat on April 29, 2016, 07:42:19 PM
Big THANK YOU for allowing me to join! Like everyone else it was a great time!
Most memorable (from a northeastern’s perspective):
1. Desert scenery and diversity
2. Fire jenga
3. Fireworks under the starlit desert sky
4. First time tenting & camping in the desert
5. How incredibly dry and deserted the Mojave is (for obvious reasons)
Most shocking:
1. See #2 above…crazy Canadian
2. My left arm is 2x tanner than the rest of me lol
3. Steve’s run-in with the cactus. pictures anyone?
4. That the highly modified Heep was the only vehicle that got stuck. CarJeep to the rescue!
5. That my only ‘trail damage’ was a blown fuse in my CB radio (before we were even on the trails)
6. Minimal use of 4WD
7. How much sand & dust is inside my truck…already replaced the cabin filters
8. Not taking a #2 for 3 days :-/ (trick is not drinking coffee)
Most appreciated:
1. THE MEALS…OMG
2. Meeting new Nissan enthusiasts (and Chris with the taco which did very well)
3. Teamwork…The west coast Xterra scene has the same level of commitment to help each other as the NE. Your trail repair ingenuity is unparalleled.
4. The half gallon of gasoline that I bought from Jordan was just enough to get me to the closest gas station on the way home
5. Being unexpectedly initiated into the group…you pranksters
6. **Experiencing the Mojave 4x4 Road with a great group of people**
Thanks again SCCX and I look forward to the next expedition - Ben
Sorry to hear , you were the victim of the Zip