The arizona Mother Of All off-road trips

[Triathlete]

Yes, its M.O.A.B. in the desert!;Dy;
The Date November 15/16 2003
The place Chivo Falls Area East of Tucson

We are going to camp out near Chivo Falls and explore some of the other trails and play on the obstacles in that area.
We will meet at 7:00 a.m. at the Sonic parking lot on Grant Rd. just east of I-10 on the 15th. The weather should be cool (be prepared for cold at night). Non VXers are welcome, so bring a friend. So, lets hear from you if you plan on joining the fun!

The Head Count
:biggroup:
Triathlete + Wife (Billy& Regina)
APOSTLE (all the way from Colorado!)
VXCAVER (Bob)
WETMUTT (Jeff)
ZU4TWO (Sunday)
Pitt (Saturday/ Cherokee)
Mike (Saturday/Jeep rubicon)
AZPETRAC (Sunday/Rodeo)
Robert (Saturday/ Jeep)
Dan (Sunday/Jeep Rubicon)

:warn: **Possibles**
Faulkner & Bro (rodeo & suzuki)

[Triathlete]

Just bought topo's of the area! Now I just need to figure out how to read the damn things!:rolly2: :winky: ;wtf; ;Dy;

[VCAMILO]

Count me in! :clap: I will be there with my BIG O TENT!!! :D

[Cptnmorgan]

Originally posted by Triathlete
Just bought topo's of the area! Now I just need to figure out how to read the damn things!:rolly2: :winky: ;wtf; ;Dy;


If you are serious I read topo's for a living, and actually make new ones. Give me a shout, I'll try to give you a quik lamen explanation. Keep you out of holes and creeks!!!!

[AlaskaVX]

Originally posted by Cptnmorgan
If you are serious I read topo's for a living, and actually make new ones. Give me a shout, I'll try to give you a quik lamen explanation. Keep you out of holes and creeks!!!!

Me too! Do you do GIS? I'm an AutoCAD guy. If you ever need any Alaskan topo, I have them all!

[VXcaver]

We could always do a pre-trip recon with those new maps! :naughty:


We need to find a place to circle the wagons, anyhow. :cool!:

[Triathlete]

ALASKAVX & CPTNMORGAN,
Thanks! I can follow the trails but haven't a clue as to how to figure out the coordinate. If you can assist in that in a lamens kind of way it would be much appreciated! :thanx:

VXCAVER,
May have to do that. I was thinking when we first get there to do the Chimney Rock loop trail first then heading out to Chivo. I think a good place to camp, if it is not occupied, would be where we saw those others camped by the water. But I figure we should have a back up just in case. :bomb:

VCAMILO,
Not sure if I want to know what the "Big O Tent" is all about!;Dy; ;eeky; :deady: :winky:

[TucsonVX]

Billy

Have you checked permits for camping there? I will be going there with you.

Jeff

[VXcaver]

The ranks are growing! ;Db;


On slightly different note... meeting at 7 am??!! How about 9 am? That way Victor doesn't have to get up at 4 am and I can get some beauty sleep too. Just a thought...

[Triathlete]

We can set up camp early to assist in your beauty sleep.:deady: Besides Victor doesn't have to get up 'til 6:30 the way he drives!;eekr; ;Dr;
(Victor is always welcome to throw his sleeping bag on the living room floor if he needs to, But, you'll have to leave the "Big 'O' Tent" in the VX :naughty: )

[Zu4two]

Hey Billy,
What if I can only come on Sunday? Any chance of setting up a meeting place on Sunday AM, for those of us who can't commit to 2 days worth of fun?

Kirk

[Triathlete]

We could definately do that Zu.:yesy: I think I have a few guys from work who are only able to do the first day. If anyone else would like to join in on day 2 let us know and we can send someone out for you guys. Zu, its about 40-45 minutes from I-10 to the trail head. I can give you directions to the trail head and we can meet up with you there. Let me know so we can set a time. Would be good to see you and the supercharged beast again! ;Dy;

[VXcaver]

I'm happy to drive out and meet people at the trail head -- as long as its not 7 am! !
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No one should have to do "Three Feathers" the first time without a spotter, anyhow

[Triathlete]

Scouting camp sites next weekend. Will post some photos of the spots we find. For those wondering, I believe this is state land. An Az. state land use pass will cover you for camping. Those who bought one for the trip to Crown King it is still good (1year from purchase date)! This is back country camping so be sure to bring all that you need!:smack: :thumbup:

[Apostle]

Well, i am going to try to make it. Will be my first meet for the VX. Problems though may arise.

[Anita]

(Dont tell anyone, but LisaK and I are considering going too!)

Shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh....

[Triathlete]

It would be great having Cal and Colorado represented!:dance: If I can be of any assistance let me know. If you plan on coming down on Friday and need some info on inexspensive hotel or anything else drop me an Email (Triathltb@aol.com). There are several places within a mile of the meeting area!

[Apostle]

Yeah, if i can come down, it will be friday nightish heading back on sundayish :D

[Triathlete]

Okay, VXCAVER and myself did a little scouting trip this weekend and found a great camp spot. It is just off the "road" about 1/4 mile. Plus there is a bathroom (no running water but a place to park your bottom) about 1/4 mile away. We ran a new trail which actually had a mini Moab to our surprise. This is going to be fun! Then on the way out we swung down to "Three Feathers" so as to impress the jeep crowd by taking a nice line up the center (i.e. more difficult)!;eekr; ;Dr; Unfortunately the jeep crowd must have all been in church and only VXCAVER got to view this feat! Here are a few of the pics from the day and what you have to look forward to!
The Vx can climb!:yesy:
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I'll have 2 VX's on the rocks!
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Our own little Moab...
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Going down!
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UP...
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...and over
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Three Feathers...the VX went straight up the center
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It is an official playground for the VX!;Dy;
http://pstr-m02.ygpweb.aol.com/data3/007/79/05/FB/39/tzmStqCrEnLsICPH9hkObhz23Np69Kot0300.jpg :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:
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[TucsonVX]

Billy

Those are some great sites why didn't we see these when going to Chivo falls?

Jeff

[Triathlete]

Different trail but close by! This trail will probably be the opening run!!!!:thumbup:
By the way Wetmutt, I took the same route up Three Feathers as that Jeep and Toyo with the lockers!:yesy: ;Dy; :yesy: ;Dy;

[Zu4two]

Great pics Billy.

I'm really serious about coming out on Sunday. Are you guys going to be taking CB's or FRS radios? We need to work out how, when and where we can meet up on Sunday morn.

Maybe you can PM me with more explicit directions to the trailhead.

[Triathlete]

Will be using FSR radio's. As far as meeting up with us there are several options. The easiest would be to meet up with us at the camp site. It is pretty easy to get to and find. It will take you a bit of time to get there. Probably will need 1.5 hours to get there from the time you get off the freeway at Grant.
To get there you go east on Grant. you turn north (right) on Tanque Verde. Follow thi straight. It will turn to dirt and becomes Reddington Rd. Follow Reddington Rd. until the 10 mile mark. There is a trail/road that goes to the left with a white sign that that says something Ranch (if you have GPS it is at 32 18'24.8" 110 34'25.4"). About 1/4 mile in on that trail on the right hand side there is a large clearing by a hill....that is the spot. If you need more details let me know. Let me know what time we can expect you.

[VCAMILO]

WAZZUP! Im still here and planning on attending. Between my Azsportbike and TLplanet forums I sometimes forget to look up new info on this forum. :-) I hope we are not meeting up too early. I need my beauty sleep... :D My big o-tent is more of a tent that can sleep 4-6 people. Sorry; only room for two on this trip. :snooz: see you guys again in a few days... (wait wait wait!!!!!) :argue: :mad: I might have to be in a wedding that weekend in chicago. I will find out.

[VCAMILO]

Sorry guys I have a wedding ;party: that weekend in Chicago. Im trying to fly home on Thursday and return on Tuesday the 18th. :mado2: Im sorry guys... I almost had everything setup for the trip. My next mod would be a Escalade style front grill from a custom shop here in Phoenix and custom nerf bars... :cool!:

[VXcaver]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!


Say it isn't so!

:waab: :waag: :waab:

[Triathlete]

Damn it Victor...get your priorities straight!;Dy; ;eeky; ;Dy; ;eeky;

[Triathlete]

Alrighteeee!
Only 3 weeks to go:clap:. The weather has just started to "cool" off. Yep, thats right its down in the mid 80's now. BRRrrrrr:flame2:! Should be in the 70's for the trip. Nights will be cold by Tucson standards (low 50's maybe 40's).
Lets start hearing from you if you plan on going so we can add you to the list and get a head count:blab:. Its going to be fun!!!!!!! :naughty:

[Triathlete]

Two weeks to go! Weather is looking great. This week has been in the mid to upper 70's and the nights have been in the 50's. We have some cloud cover today blowing in from Cali. Its going to be a good one:thumbup:
So who else can we add to the list:?:

[MZ-N10]

Hmm....looks interesting...think i do all that im my chevy cavalier?
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[Triathlete]

Bring the Cav on down...would be interesting!:laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy:

[Moncha]

I made a category for pics in the Gallery (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=554&thumb=1) for any that want it.

[Apostle]

[Triathlete]

Thanks Moncha...I will have Pics!:naughty:
Only one more week to go!

[Zu4two]

Billy,
What time are you guys planning on breaking camp on Sunday? I'm still planning on coming out to play on Sunday and want to know how early I need to leave PHX to get there in time. Any clue what FRS channel you will be using?

Any other VXers from Phoenix want to come with me?

The weather should be perfect for next weekend. With the rain their predicting for Tuesday, maybe the falls will be running on Sunday.

[Triathlete]

How does 8:00-8:30 sound? We will monitor channel 10. Hopefully you'll get a few more to come join the fun!;Dy;

[VXcaver]

0800!!! Who gets up that early on a SUNDAY????!!!! ;eekb;

We'll be camped just off the main road, so it shouldn't be too hard to find. We could leave a sign or something, or maybe print a map and distribute it here? I'd be happy to do that if it would make things easier for any Sundayers.

Billy, do you remember what that turnoff said? Borego Ranch or something like that? Just past the parking lot with the restrooms.

[Triathlete]

Yep, I think that was what it was called. Probably be easiest to just put up a sign. as long as they can get to Reddington road, it easy to find! Its going to be a good one.

Forgot Bob needs his beauty sleep. But I think the fresh air will make up for the lack of sleep!:laughy:

To get to reddington road...
Get off I-10 at the Grant Rd. exit.
Go east on Grant until you get to Tanque Verde Rd.
Turn left on Tanque Verde.
Follow Tanque Verde until it becomes a dirt road.
When the road becomes dirt it becomes Reddington Rd.
Follow Reddington Rd. till you see the sign!!!!
;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy; ;Dy;
Then prepare for the FUN!:naughty: :thumbup:

[Triathlete]

The weather looks fine...
Calling for 73 during the day, upper 40's at night.

[AZPetrak]

There is a posiblity that I would come down for a day, its either this or a mtn bike ride. Sounds like Sunday would be better since others are doing the same on Sun.
From southern Phoenix area (Chandler/Gilbert) it sounds like it will take about 2.5 hrs to reach camp, it that correct?
What is the rating on the trails you are running on Sun?

[Apostle]

slight chance i may not be able to make it. work talking about a massive job that has a rush deadline. will keep you informed

[Zu4two]

Mapquest seems to think it should take about 2 1/2 hours to get to Redington Road from Scottsdale.

That would be great if you can come Chris! Don't worry, I'm bringing my tow strap, so we can pull that 2WD truck out of anything you get stuck in ;)

Now just to convince the ladies from the City of Angels that they have to come :)

[AZPetrak]

Don't worry, I'm bringing my tow strap, so we can pull that 2WD truck out of anything you get stuck in

OK, so you were on the Box Caynon trip, I was affraid I would be remembered as the guy that fogot to lock my hubs. I actually did that trail a few weeks back (this time with my hubs locked), there are a few pics here:
Box Caynon (http://www.4x4wire.com/forums/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=UBB68&Number=360533&Forum=UBB68&Words=represented&Match=Entire%20Phrase&Searchpage=0&Limit=25&Old=3months&Main=360451&Search=true#Post360533)


Mapquest seems to think it should take about 2 1/2 hours to get to Redington Road from Scottsdale. OK if mapquest says 2.5 from Scottsdale it is probably actualy more like 2.0 hrs, and since I am 20 - 30 min closer sounds like 2.5 should be plenty of time.

[AZPetrak]

Well I just remembered that I am getting my garage floor epoxied on Monday, which means I need to pull all of the stuff out of my garage before Monday moring. Might not be able to make it. I would have to pull all my tools, workbench etc. out on Friday and Sat, which means it will all be sitting on the side of my house for several days (and nights).
On the other hand, I would really hate to miss this trip, I really don't get to go wheeling much anymore.

[Triathlete]

Chris,
Trails are rated 3-3.5...can be harder with alternate lines:naughty: Should not be a problem. Hope you get the garage cleared and can make it! Would like to see your Rodeo in action with those hubs locked!

[Multimediaman]

Dawn is now in the end of the second trimester, no bouncy bouncy for her! We hope you guys have a great time we miss ya. We were rear ended last week am waiting for damage estimate to come in.

[Triathlete]

Multimediaman,
Victor told me you had an accident (was in Tempe last weekend). Glad everyone was okay. I heard the other car took the brunt of the damage. We'll hold you a spot for the next trip! ;Dp;

[AZPetrak]

Any other VXers from Phoenix want to come with me?
Zu4two - What time are you leaving Sunday moring? What route are you taking? 101 South to 60 West to 10?

I live near 87 (Country Club/AZ Ave in town) and will be taking it South to 10.

[AZPetrak]

Well my flooring has been rescheduled, so I will be coming down Sunday moring, and there will be a Jeep Rubicon (Dan) with me. :) We will be leaving just before 6:00am and should be there between 8:00 and 8:30am.

[Triathlete]

Cool! We will be expecting you. We will now have a Rubicon on both days since one of my friends with one is coming on Saturday!;Dy;

[Triathlete]

Two days to go and the list continues to grow!:dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:
The rain has cleared and the sun is coming out just for us!:clap: :hat: :clap: :hat: :flower:

[Zu4two]

I am planning on leaving about 5:30-45. I've got to make a quick stop in Casa Grande to pickup my co-pilot (Dad), but was hoping to get there by 8:30 or so. I'll be going the 101/60/10 route with a detour at Casa Grande. Don't know if the timing will allow us to meetup on the road, but I'll sure keep my eyes open.

[Triathlete]

Am I missing anyone? Anyone else coming down ?

The Head Count
:biggroup:
Triathlete + Wife (Billy& Regina)
APOSTLE (all the way from Colorado!)
VXCAVER (Bob)
WETMUTT (Jeff)
ZU4TWO (Sunday)
Pitt (Saturday/ Cherokee)
Mike (Saturday/Jeep rubicon)
AZPETRAC (Sunday/Rodeo)
Robert (Saturday/ Jeep)
Dan (Sunday/Jeep Rubicon)
Charon_Sin

[tomdietrying]

Man, I am jealous. If you do something during the summer. I might be able to swing it. Take plenty of pics!
Tom
Dallas

[Triathlete]

Tom,
We get together quiet often. Always post info on vehicross.info. Keep your eyes out here...your always welcome in our neck of the woods, errrr desert! Will post pics!

[Triathlete]

Houston, we have lift off! Everything is a go!:thumbup: Got the fire permit today:flame2:. See everyone in the morning. I will be on channel 10 on my FSR radio for everyone who is bringing one.

[Charon_Sin]

I will also be attending the meet.

[VXcaver]

Welcome aboard!

[Triathlete]

We'll be expecting you Charon_Sin! We always like to see new blood in our group!
Ummm, we did tell you about the inisiation, didn't we!;eeky; :laughy: ;eeky; :laughy: ;eeky; :laughy: ;eeky; :laughy: ;eeky; :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy: :laughy:

[Charon_Sin]

Thanks. I have been on Club Vmag for a while.

[Charon_Sin]

;eeky; ;Dy;

[Triathlete]

HERE (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2524) :naughty: :cool!: :nuke:

[AZPetrak]

a few more pictures HERE (http://www.4x4wire.com/forums/showflat.php?Cat=&Number=389879&page=0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=14&fpart=1&vc=1&PHPSESSID=)

[Triathlete]

Cool pics Christian. Thanks for making the trip!