Topic: CANVAZ II - California Edition - BIG BEAR!!!! October 26th-28th

[HEVAK]

We talked about doing another Big Bear run yesterday, so I'd like to get the ball rolling.

Big Bear has a little something for everyone. From super easy fire roads, to extremely technical terrain.

We can camp, or make it a day trip. Either way, it'll be fun for all.

Helpful Equipment Hints for the Trail


- Working CB Radio

-  Fire Extinguisher

-  Appropriate jack - either stock or Hi-Lift

-  Lug wrench - that fits your lugs - test before you head to the trail

-  Full size spare tire

-  Air compressor - for airing up after...airing down

-  First aid kit with capacity for all occupants

-  Tow strap with at least 10,000 lb capacity

-  VERY IMPORTANT - front and rear recovery points.  Tow hooks, D-rings, hitch mounted D-ring.

-  Enough food and water for occupants


These are the MINIMUM requirements...please read the Xcursion Requirements set to sticky in the Xcursion thread and prepare accordingly.  

This is for your own safety and comfort on the trail.  

Lodging options:

1. Camping - Check yellow postings

2. Big Bear Frontier Cabins
40472 Big Bear Blvd.
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Ask for the CANVAZ Group rate 800-798-3960
http://www.big-bear-cabins.com

3. Robinhood Resort
40797 Big Bear Blvd.
Big Bear, Ca 92315
Ask for the CANVAZ Group Rate: 909-866-4643

Group 1: Advanced Trails, Experienced drivers, with well equipped rigs (Slider, Skids, Suspension)

1. HEVAK (Although I'm not too experienced, I'm well equipped and hungry for knowledge)
2. Orange X (Welcome back bro!!)
3. GhostX
4. MaxPower
5. Npgtech
6. Superslidestyle
7. SoCalX_tl11
8. ChrisHaynesUSA
9. CAWoody
10. s14slide
11. xxSVxx

Group 2: Novice & Moderate Trails, Conservative and Less experienced drivers, with stock rigs.

1. RBDuffer
2. Shi819
3. Rawkerstatus
4. knightrider
5. xterror
6. justin123560
7. sdcaKLR
8. zmey13
9. RockinX
10. Pro4XGremlin
11. kickingtires
12. hardrock
13. cdagne
14. Unbreakable
15. Deadpilot

[Orange X]

I'm in ... .. Would love to go up fri night,camp, wheel on saturday, eat good sat night and come home sunday...Regardless, Im in and want to conquer gold mtn...
 

[RBduffer]

I'm in, except Gold Mountain scares me  Put me in group 1.5

[MaxPower]

Sounds like a great time but I have plans the 29th so I'm out.

[HEVAK]

Sounds like a great time but I have plans the 29th so I'm out.

Nothing is set in stone. Like I said, plans and date are subject to change. Whatever works for all involved.

[Ghost65]

Everyone...please read the link below and give me your thoughts.

CANVAZ II has been up on blocks for a while...would we like to run this?

CANVAZ II Planning Thread

Either PM me or post up your thoughts here in this thread.  

[HEVAK]

Awesome!!!

OP Updated

[RBduffer]

I'm in for whatever, but it has to be on the 29th!  Sorry Max, I can't make it any other day of the year
Just kidding, a meet up with the other clubs would be great as well.  Let's do it.

[Ghost65]

DATES SET for CANVAZ II California Edition:

October 26th-28th, 2012

CANVAZ II Information

Communications:

CB Channel 17

Ham Radio Simplex:  146.535

Ham Radio Repater:  147.330

No FRS for this event.  Plenty of time to install a CB folks.

Lodging:  Everyone is on their own, tons of campsites/motels/cabin rentals.  Coordinate solo or in groups...you make the call.

Meet spot: Vons Shopping Center for all trails.

Meet Time:  8:00am meet spot, or 9:00am at trail head.

Show up to meet spot gassed up, food and ice available there.

Confirm your attendance/trail choice with a PM to me and I will list screen names under the selected trail.

[npgtech]

John, I'll definitely be able to make this, perfect timing date-wise.
If we are on tap to set up CANVAZ II, then we should definitely be working on getting it all set up ASAP.  When I get back to my room tonight, I'll look at the CANVAZ site and see what needs to be done.  I'm sure there is plenty to do to get this going in a respectable way.  

[HEVAK]

Sounds like a blast!!!

LET'S DO THIS!!!!!

[Ghost65]

John, I'll definitely be able to make this, perfect timing date-wise.
If we are on tap to set up CANVAZ II, then we should definitely be working on getting it all set up ASAP.  When I get back to my room tonight, I'll look at the CANVAZ site and see what needs to be done.  I'm sure there is plenty to do to get this going in a respectable way.  

Nick...lets chat later tonight.  I'm going to my folks for dinner and after that I will give you a call.

Sounds like a blast!!!

LET'S DO THIS!!!!!

Ray...I like your enthusiasm.  We will need help with trail leaders/tail gunners, so get ready.

[SuperSlideStyle]

Any chance we can stop at some of the mines or other sites to walk around, let the kids explore?  The last Big Bear Xcursion we had, the one in March with club Frontier, with 35 trucks,we weren't able to see anything other than the obstacles.  I do understand it was a big group.  So, first, what trails are in mind, and what can we see along the way?

[Ghost65]

Any chance we can stop at some of the mines or other sites to walk around, let the kids explore?  The last Big Bear Xcursion we had, the one in March with club Frontier, with 35 trucks,we weren't able to see anything other than the obstacles.  I do understand it was a big group.  So, first, what trails are in mind, and what can we see along the way?

Hey Irwin...it depends on the size of the groups.  

Larger groups need to move faster (less stops) so we all get off the trail at a reasonable hour...smaller groups we could have more time to explore etc.

+10 trucks...less stops

-10 trucks...more stops


The trails mentioned (but not set in stone) are listed above in Reply #8.

[SoCalXTerry]

Hey I'm in.  What do we need to do.   Actually this sounds like a bunch of pre-runs before late October.     So who is up for Black Trails:  Holcomb Creek, Dishpan Springs, John Bull, Heartbreak Ridge