Rubicon Trail Headcount: July 16-18

[seapahn]

Don't forget bug spray ... that west nile is a bitch Last year they weren't that bad but I remember on that last day going up cadilac hill with all the "stops" they were just drilling left and right even through a thick coat of DEET!

[Dukes69]

Got some warn dif covers, by next week I'll have a oil pan skid and front locker, working on fabing my own rockers, got some used currie u-bolt skids from a buddy for FREE. Went to change my rear dif fluid and a spider tooth fell out. Got it fixed (Thanx Jim). Any more sugeestions besides what has already been stated welcome. I don't know where I'm getting the $$ for all this stuff...........The Jeeps Gods are with me

Pack as light as possible! Remember, you will have to set up and break down camp each time, so the less you bring, the less you have to fart around with in the morning!
Tools
Spares (That you know fit your Jeep!)
5 gallons of gas wouldnt hurt.
BUG SPRAY, the more DEET the better
the usual food, beverage
something to cook with

I know I'm forgetting stuff, someone help me, my brain no workie!

[igofshn]

I will secnd the "Pack Light". Weight can be your enemy.

[Sully]

Got some warn dif covers, by next week I'll have a oil pan skid and front locker, working on fabing my own rockers, got some used currie u-bolt skids from a buddy for FREE. Went to change my rear dif fluid and a spider tooth fell out. Got it fixed (Thanx Jim). Any more sugeestions besides what has already been stated welcome. I don't know where I'm getting the $$ for all this stuff...........The Jeeps Gods are with me

Get those rockers of the work bench and on the jeep. You will put some good use to them. Tow hooks in case you or someone around you gets hung up.

[paulhead]

Well, I have to drop out. My girls' morning sickness is'nt getting any better at 8 weeks pregnant and the jeep is making a new noise that sounds like a loose bolt bouncing around in the bell housing. Could'nt I.D. it from the outside especially when it disappears for days at a time. Mostly it's my girl being sick. Bummer, I really wanted to make the trip but too many other factors poping up, just bad timing. Next time. With all the stuff I got at least my jeep will be more trail ready for the next one. :tongue:

[Black & Tan TJ]

Bummer Paul. I know you were looking forward to this trip. Maybe up for a Big Bear trip like we talked about? I'm could use some time in the hills myself.

Tom

[Sully]

That sucks paul. I was hoping to catch you up at rubicon. Maybe next year.

[NAILER341]

Well, I have to drop out. My girls' morning sickness is'nt getting any better at 8 weeks pregnant and the jeep is making a new noise that sounds like a loose bolt bouncing around in the bell housing. Could'nt I.D. it from the outside especially when it disappears for days at a time. Mostly it's my girl being sick. Bummer, I really wanted to make the trip but too many other factors poping up, just bad timing. Next time. With all the stuff I got at least my jeep will be more trail ready for the next one. :tongue:

sorry you cant make it, paul.
see you when we gat back

[paulhead]

Bummer Paul. I know you were looking forward to this trip. Maybe up for a Big Bear trip like we talked about? I'm could use some time in the hills myself.

Tom

Big Bear sounds good. Yea Tom we'll be talking. I'll be alittle more ready for the bigger trails with all the new goodies I'm getting. I can't wait to put them to use with the rest of you guys. Thanx.

[tjTerry]

? Are barbeques allowed on the trail??
Also I think a full tank of gas should get me through OK?
I do not want to carry anthing I can't use or do not need.

[sarah]

? Are barbeques allowed on the trail??
Also I think a full tank of gas should get me through OK?
I do not want to carry anthing I can't use or do not need.

We had campfires last year so I'm guessing it's ok. I can't find any campfire/bbq restrictions, just a phone number.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/eldorado/rul.../genrules.html
You'll need dinner for Friday night and Saturday night -- so if you can get thru two dinners on a full tank, I'd say you're doing great.

[stevo]

Just wanted to make sure that nothing bad happens because of this "workday" pirate4x4 have planned for the 17th.
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=259416
thanks
mike

[NAILER341]

Just wanted to make sure that nothing bad happens because of this "workday" pirate4x4 have planned for the 17th.
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=259416
thanks
mike

WOW! i hope that doesnt get in the way..
or block off the fun offshoots... we'll have to see.

[NAILER341]

i asked them how this would affect the trail.. i'll likely be flamed all to hell... enjoy the fire

[sarah]

WOW! No flames!

our group has been planning a run up there on the 16,17,18... and i was wondering how the trail maintainance will affect the majority of the trail.
will areas be blocked off, or made easy, or more difficult?
sorry to horn in on your thread.

Stop by Wentworth on Saturday and help us out.

No, the trail won't be blocked, but we'll be working on water bars and erosion areas with crews, on Saturday, July 17. You can still get thru if you're going in Wenthworth route to Ellis Creek from the Wentworth campground.
We'll have the campground pretty full on Sat. am with our briefing and such, but we won't be in your way.
del

maybe it would be neat to help them out for a little bit. of course, i have no idea what area they're talking about, or even if we'll be there.