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Off Highway Staging Area => Open Trail Rides => Topic started by: BUKI on September 21, 2011, 10:17:20 PM

Title: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on September 21, 2011, 10:17:20 PM
OK, as promised I am posting a run planned for next Friday or the Friday after, heck maybe both.  Who's in and when??
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: yellowjeep101 on September 21, 2011, 10:24:48 PM
Hey! I'm in. And I am free both fridays! 
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Jrama on September 21, 2011, 10:25:38 PM
After checking my schedule I can only do the 7th, I got too much going on next weekend.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on September 21, 2011, 10:28:36 PM
I knew if i let you sit on it you'd back out, actually the 7th is better for me as I only get next friday off, its my 6 day week 1 per month.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: yellowjeep101 on September 21, 2011, 10:45:14 PM
That works for me too! Gives me some time to make sway bar disconnects. ;)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on September 21, 2011, 11:01:15 PM
sweet.  The 7 th it is. now what time and where
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: yellowjeep101 on September 21, 2011, 11:16:30 PM
Being your running a stock JK, my vote goes to waiparous for a nice calm day. But I'm easy if someone knows an awesome trail in maclean, I'm good to go there too.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Anton on September 22, 2011, 07:54:37 AM
Well I am working this dates, and I can only take 1 or 2 days off and I want to go fo th trail project to help out. Sorry bro.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: scott slade on September 22, 2011, 08:42:06 AM
I'll aim for the 7th....  If it's a good run for a stock LJ... I will be there.  This will give me time to get the front end repaired...!!!   8)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Jrama on September 22, 2011, 09:05:30 AM
Mclean is my vote,  2wd or 4wd all will enjoy.... I got a couple ideas of where we could go and it should be a lot of fun
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: RUBICON13 on September 22, 2011, 09:19:51 AM
Could have been there for the 30th but, unfortunately not the 7th. Have fun guys! Take some pics!

Jeff
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on September 22, 2011, 09:45:50 AM
Hey Jamal, nothing too crazy. Don't want to scare off any stockers
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Jrama on September 22, 2011, 09:52:25 AM
2wd or 4wd all will enjoy
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: FirstTimer on September 22, 2011, 10:22:58 AM
If I can get that day off I'm in!
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on September 22, 2011, 01:01:57 PM
You can. I have decided so. Lol.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: yellowjeep101 on September 22, 2011, 09:15:19 PM
Buki, can you tell my boss i should get more time off for wheeling too!!! just kidding, anyhow so maclean on October 7 is what we have so far. that works god so people can plan on going if its possible for them t make it!
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Dirt Addiction on September 23, 2011, 03:59:55 PM
I'm in tentatively... Have to work out a few bugs with the Jeep.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Unknown303 on September 24, 2011, 10:28:00 AM
I may be able to make it as well! Finally.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: THE GOLD DIIGGER on September 24, 2011, 08:01:28 PM
Im in for this one.  ;D
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on September 24, 2011, 09:55:35 PM
Yay. Someone to pull me out.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Reznor on September 25, 2011, 12:49:44 AM
You guys willing to take on a complete noob?  I just got my recovery points on my WJ installed.  Mild lift.  31" tires.  Sounds like it is going to be a pretty mild run, so something appropriate for me to start out on...
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Raspberry on September 25, 2011, 01:27:20 AM
Yay. Someone to pull me out.

Do you often like to pull out?
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Alltornup on September 25, 2011, 07:23:36 PM
So this run is for Oct 7th for sure??  I will ask to get this day off, ( usually never a problem, my boss loves me ), but just want to make sure this is a go.  I've only been out twice this year and it would be great to get out before the white stuff gets here. 
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on September 25, 2011, 08:33:55 PM
7th for sure. Im in and I know Jamal aint gonna back out. 
Do you often like to pull out?

What you can stay in there forever ;) ;)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: yellowjeep101 on September 25, 2011, 09:00:53 PM
I am in for sure! So don't worry there will be 3 jeeps for sure!
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: skyhy on September 26, 2011, 08:39:31 AM
Well now that it's looking like the 7th that'll be easier for me to swing, still waiting on my lift but hopefully it's in by then. I can't keep wheeling on my stock setup because I've toasted my swaybar links and until I get my new ones in I have to baby it otherwise it's like steering a large boat.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: JackstandJohnny on September 26, 2011, 11:56:22 AM
Well now that it's looking like the 7th that'll be easier for me to swing, still waiting on my lift but hopefully it's in by then. I can't keep wheeling on my stock setup because I've toasted my swaybar links and until I get my new ones in I have to baby it otherwise it's like steering a large boat.

its not going to get better with more lift ;) 

i've got stock swaybar links you can have, but i have to rumage through the garbage for  em, for that i want at least a 6 pack ;)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: THE GOLD DIIGGER on September 26, 2011, 12:42:49 PM
I'm there for sure should be good Hope we get some rain so it is nice and muddy  :)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Alltornup on September 27, 2011, 08:52:29 PM
Got the 7th off so I'm in for sure
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: jeepgrl on September 28, 2011, 08:48:32 AM
We're in for the 7th.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: FirstTimer on September 30, 2011, 08:35:03 AM
Any ideas on a itime frame of how long this run is "SUPPOSED" to be?!  Ball park??
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on October 01, 2011, 09:35:09 PM
Good question. I don't think itll be a long run as we were thinking of starting in the afternoon. Jamal has a better idea. I'm still waiting to hear back from him. But it'll be a fun easy run
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Jrama on October 02, 2011, 03:10:36 PM
So this run will be at Mclean Creek, we'll be meeting at the store at 11 am and will be running some stock friendly trails that should interesting for all who come out.

Requirements:

Vehicle in Good mechanical condition
 Good A/T or M/T tread tires.
Full Size (reasonable) spare
Tow points Front and rear


Meeting:

11 am Mclean Creek Store
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: FirstTimer on October 02, 2011, 06:34:03 PM
I'm out of this one...family dinner early friday night
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on October 03, 2011, 10:31:26 PM
Bring dinner with you. Just kidding. Enjoy thanksgiving
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: WK2008 on October 03, 2011, 11:23:59 PM
I am seriously thinking i may get some mud on the grand again if this is truly an easy run
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: yellowjeep101 on October 03, 2011, 11:28:23 PM
You should come jon, I'm sure it needs one last outing.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Reznor on October 04, 2011, 08:04:09 PM
So - it was never answered when I asked.  New outsiders welcome?  I'm a friendly guy, but I'd hate to show up then realize this was an "exclusive" meet or something.  I specifically bought my WJ with the intent of offroading it a few times a year - so this seems like the perfect first opportunity...
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on October 04, 2011, 08:32:54 PM
So - it was never answered when I asked.  New outsiders welcome?  I'm a friendly guy, but I'd hate to show up then realize this was an "exclusive" meet or something.  I specifically bought my WJ with the intent of offroading it a few times a year - so this seems like the perfect first opportunity...

Come on down.  NOT Exclusive.  I'm gonna be running a stock JK as my YJ is only 2 wheel drive until I can afford to do the gears on the front.   :'( 

I am seriously thinking i may get some mud on the grand again if this is truly an easy run

You know ya WANNA
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: THE GOLD DIIGGER on October 04, 2011, 08:47:44 PM
So does this mean i have to pull u up the hills? :)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on October 04, 2011, 10:59:58 PM
Yup ;)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: WK2008 on October 05, 2011, 09:16:33 AM
So does this mean i have to pull u up the hills? :)

I hope that wasn't for me bryan cause you know that I can keep up :)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: slimbeam on October 05, 2011, 10:06:59 AM
I heading to Canal flats for Thanksgiving but maybe I should delay it a day and go wheeling with ya on friday
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: scott slade on October 06, 2011, 07:55:01 AM
Gotta bail on this one...Still waiting on parts from Northbridge for the front end...!!!!  Have Fun...... :(
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: RUBICON13 on October 06, 2011, 08:07:07 AM
Well, I may be able to make this one after all. Screw the stupid developers in Calgary (they never show up to my meetings anyway)!!! Besides, I am positive this will be much more fun.

Just one question: If there is one thing I have learned in my short time as a Jeeper it is that rain (mud) can turn an easy/stock/newbie run into a real challenge. Thus, given the rain we are currently getting do any of you experienced people have any thoughts on tomorrow?

Thanks,

Jeff



Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: WK2008 on October 06, 2011, 10:02:26 AM
Well, I may be able to make this one after all. Screw the stupid developers in Calgary (they never show up to my meetings anyway)!!! Besides, I am positive this will be much more fun.

Just one question: If there is one thing I have learned in my short time as a Jeeper it is that rain (mud) can turn an easy/stock/newbie run into a real challenge. Thus, given the rain we are currently getting do any of you experienced people have any thoughts on tomorrow?

Thanks,

Jeff
Y
My thoughts are more mud.........=more fun :)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Jrama on October 06, 2011, 10:26:50 AM
Yeah when the trail is saturated  simple trails become harder for everyone, which can mean slow going or more fun depending on how complicated it becomes. Anyone who was out on the 101 this year will be familiar with these conditions. It could very well make a normal trail a long day. Mud terrains will be a nice asset tomorrow.

Slim I'd highly recommend coming out, I'm sure we will be able to convince you to hold on to that YJ
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: AstraX on October 06, 2011, 12:07:28 PM
Y
My thoughts are more mud.........=more fun :)

Until you hydrolock your engine?   ;)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: RUBICON13 on October 06, 2011, 12:39:54 PM
I agree that more mud can mean more fun. Let's hope that's the case tomorrow.

However, I think there is also point at which it can become a very difficult long day especially for stock vehicles (sans mud terrains) and newbies (me still to a certain extent).

Maybe, we should just all bring several of Brian's and Jamal's favourite beverages upfront for pulling the rest of us out.  ;)

Look forward to seeing you all tomorrow.

I may put my inflatable ark in the back of the Jeep just in case...Taking reservations now... ;D

Jeff
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: specialk on October 06, 2011, 01:19:01 PM
If you are not comfortable driving in these conditions, hop in with someone else.   

I would agree that ATs and mud don't mix. 
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: WK2008 on October 06, 2011, 03:47:16 PM
Until you hydrolock your engine?   ;)

The hydro locked engine was the other WK
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: THE GOLD DIIGGER on October 06, 2011, 03:50:07 PM
Well boys jeep at jays getting fixed oil leak so i don't know if I'm going to make it :'(
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Jrama on October 06, 2011, 06:56:35 PM
I think it is only fair to make it clear to all that are coming out, that given the amount of rain its likely going to be a dicey one tomorrow, (as said) MT tires will be real nice. I forsee lots of stucks and "temporary loss of forward momentum" situations......there will likely be some pucker factor involved. Unless its a Rubicon, stock those things are great. I could be wrong, but its better to have fair warning then being caught off guard on the trail.

That said I am really looking forward to the run tomorrow, it should be a really good time!
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Alltornup on October 06, 2011, 08:41:03 PM
In the garage checking the Jeep for the run tomorrow and Prepping the back of the TJ for the Pup.  I hope you don't mind a pup on this run.  He loves McLean and the inside of my Jeep is a testate to that. I will only let him out if I have to chuck someone or get chuck out.  Dogs never see that coming.  We are meeting at the store at 11 correct? 
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Alltornup on October 06, 2011, 08:51:39 PM
Hey if anyone coming can bring a big crescent wrench please do. Can find mine and my front trackbar isn't real tight
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Alltornup on October 06, 2011, 09:15:29 PM
Leave a guy in thE garage long enough and he will figure it out. I'm good to to so see ya tomorrow
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: BUKI on October 06, 2011, 11:15:13 PM
Well I started this, so I`m obligated ;)  Weather network says:
24-Hour Precipitation Outlook

    1-3 mm of rain from Thursday Overnight to Friday Overnight

This is for Bragg Creek.  I am excited to get stuck.
Well boys jeep at jays getting fixed oil leak so i don't know if I'm going to make it :'(

What the... Whos pullin me out?
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: skyhy on October 07, 2011, 10:25:13 AM
Hey guys,

It looks like I might not be able to make it today, I'm having to go back to BC today on very short notice.

:(

Good luck!
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Alltornup on October 07, 2011, 10:02:45 PM
Had a great day.  Thanks to Jamal who led, knows the trails and is a great wheeler and BuKi who made me laugh all day long.
Didn't take a whole lot of pics but the ones I took were good ones. 

http://s1216.photobucket.com/albums/dd366/Alltornup/McLean%20Oct%207th/
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: THE GOLD DIIGGER on October 07, 2011, 10:16:49 PM
Glad u guys had a good time see u out there next time.
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: RUBICON13 on October 08, 2011, 05:49:36 AM
Great ride guys!

For all you guys who didn't make it out (mechanical problems excluded), in the immortal words of Arnie: Ýou're all girlymen!!!'

Jeff
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Reznor on October 21, 2011, 10:29:18 AM
Hi guys,

Sorry it took me so long to supply photos.  I had a heck of a time finding a suitable online location for these.  Personal Telus webspace - no.  Skydrive - no.  

Finally opened a Flickr account so I could post them:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/kloubek/

If there is any one in particular you really like, feel free to pm me your email and I'll send it to you.  (Each original is 8mb)
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: Jrama on October 21, 2011, 11:53:55 AM
Nice photos, reminded me how much fun that run was....everything from Jeff spinning around like the tea cup ride, to spotting the grand through the logs....we have to get out again sometime. I'll get a link of to the video of jeff spinning round, its not great but better than nothing
Title: Re: friday the 30 or friday the 7th
Post by: RUBICON13 on October 21, 2011, 01:25:30 PM
Nice pics!

I'm looking forward to the video of my 'teacup' ride impression...

Jeff