Spring 2008 Trip Schedule
02-01-2008, 09:02 AM
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... or maybe "depending on the skill and patience of the driver 
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I think the section is difficult, and wouldn't have guessed Jon to make it through so well. There really wasn't much aggression in his successful style either. Just good sawing of the steering wheel and wise line selection.
By the way, if one of the routes Westy and I have found actually works, Log Corral will most likely be run backwards towards 87... which makes the rock garden much easier, but not simple.
There even appears to be a route that would bypass the rock garden completely and heads back south... but that might no be passable at this point.
"I think the section is difficult, and wouldn't have guessed Jon to make it through so well. There really wasn't much aggression in his successful style either. Just good sawing of the steering wheel and wise line selection.
By the way, if one of the routes Westy and I have found actually works, Log Corral will most likely be run backwards towards 87... which makes the rock garden much easier, but not simple.
There even appears to be a route that would bypass the rock garden completely and heads back south... but that might no be passable at this point.
02-01-2008, 09:27 AM
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02-01-2008, 10:12 AM
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Feb 9, 2008, the plan is to run Log Corral. The Forest Service or BLM or someone is gateing alot of access in the area. Elvota has been scouting heavily and we will have a trip reguardless, even if it is Sunflower (Josh's Trail).
So meet at the Arby's on 87 (Beeline Highway) and Shea Blvd at 8:30AM for a 9:00am pull out.
Log Corral is a medium trail, it has a few hard sections at the beginning. I would have at least a rear locker and sliders although Jon ran it open, so I guess it is how much abuse you are willing to inflict on your rig.
Jim's meeting was canceled.
So meet at the Arby's on 87 (Beeline Highway) and Shea Blvd at 8:30AM for a 9:00am pull out.
Log Corral is a medium trail, it has a few hard sections at the beginning. I would have at least a rear locker and sliders although Jon ran it open, so I guess it is how much abuse you are willing to inflict on your rig.
Jim's meeting was canceled.
02-07-2008, 02:45 PM
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What all can you guys tell me about the runs on the Feb. 23 and March 22? I wanting to get out of Yuma more this year and wheel with you all more since the last offical run I did with guys was Sunflower last year. I'm looking to come up for these runs
I'll be up to Sedona again the second week of June. To run some trails again.
I'll be up to Sedona again the second week of June. To run some trails again.
02-07-2008, 05:18 PM
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What all can you guys tell me about the runs on the Feb. 23 and March 22? I wanting to get out of Yuma more this year and wheel with you all more since the last offical run I did with guys was Sunflower last year. I'm looking to come up for these runs
I'll be up to Sedona again the second week of June. To run some trails again.
I'll be up to Sedona again the second week of June. To run some trails again.
Crown King is similiar in difficulty to Edwards Park. Desoto Mine is a step up from the above listed trails. It is definitely doable though in a 4runner with locker and sliders, good driving and spotting always help alot too!
02-07-2008, 05:19 PM
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02-08-2008, 04:08 AM
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They are not that expensive, you can find them online with free shipping. M8000 is all you will need, actually more than you will need.
02-08-2008, 07:38 AM
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If the Moab dates change for any reason let me know. I just got confirmation I have the time off for the dates already posted.
Steve...make sure my seat is ready. I don't think my IFS can keep up with the AZ buggies.
Steve...make sure my seat is ready. I don't think my IFS can keep up with the AZ buggies.
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02-08-2008, 08:39 AM
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So far there is only one buggy, but a lot more beater old trucks. You can resume your old position.
