MOAB 'ZuZoo VXI - May 2014: 5/12/14 - 5/16/14

[VX KAT]

It's time to start the official Moab 2014 thread.

DATES: May 12, 2014 - May 16, 2014 (some come earlier, some stay a little longer)

Come one, come all, stay a few days or the whole week!
Come have fun with the VX and the VX/Zu fam!

The more the merrier!

Some stay at:
Red Rock Lodge - Home of the infamous "Stoop".
Mention the Isuzu group and get a discount on the room rate.
1-877-253-5431
435-259-5431

But there's many other hotels and motels in town.

.....what? you thought just cuz I don't have a VX any more I couldn't start this thread?? :rollo:


Here's the unofficial schedule of activities:

Little of this.....:bla:

Lots of this.... :_group2:

Little of this... :_steering

Little of this, er um, a lot of this...:_beer:

Hopefully not too much of this...:smack: or this....;puke2;

Little more of this..:_steering

Maybe some of this...:driver:

Some more of this... :_beer:

None of this.....:argue:

Some of this....:slap:

Oh my, maybe even this.... :dan_ban: :naughty:

And lots and lots of this......:laughing::rotate::rotate::heart::heart:

And hopefully, some of this....:snooz:

[vt_maverick]

Really wish you guys were willing to wait a week - Sonya finishes finals on the 14th which would give us enough time to pack and drive to Moab in time for the 19th (the following Monday). If not I'm out until Moab 2016 for sure.

[vt_maverick]

I should amend that to say that even if it were moved a week I'm still not sure we'd be able to go, but at least it would be in the realm of the possible. Obviously you guys have to do what's right for the group that is for sure going.

[JoFotoz]

I'll be there.... :_steering

Booked from May 10th - May 17th

....then drive to Vegas for my Birthday on the 18th.

:dance::jump::dance:


jo

[arcobarco]

I want to confirm a booking for your birthday in Vegas. Where are we gonna party:smilewink

[JoFotoz]

That would be awesome..even if its just a nice thought!!


I want to confirm a booking for your birthday in Vegas. Where are we gonna party:smilewink

Havent booked yet..plenty o'time for Vegas booking..
...especially a Sunday night!

jo

[JoFotoz]

Hey PK....

The ORW can always use a co-jockey ...

...and youre welcome to drive her too :_steering

And I'm sure several others will have seats available too :thumbup:

Hope ya make it..will be great to finally meet you.

Jo

[tom4bren]

"The ORW can always use a co-jockey ...

...and youre welcome to drive her too"

ROFL

Yer killin me here!!!

[Donner]

I wouldn't miss it!

[VXorado]

WOOHOO, Moab 2014. :thumbup:

BOOM goes the dynamite!!!

...or was that the pointy rock slab sheering metal off the undercarriage. :_confused

...No matter, back to the Stoop for some non-hydrating beverages. :_beer:

[Dumke]

That would be awesome..even if its just a nice thought!!



Havent booked yet..plenty o'time for Vegas booking..
...especially a Sunday night!

jo

If it wasnt in the opposite direction I would be there. Stoop celebration instead.

[twalker920]

I'm in and Joe will bring the 5th wheel to the parking lot again, as long as we get permission ahead of time this time. Who should I contact?

[JoFotoz]

Talk to Devon...


I'm in and Joe will bring the 5th wheel to the parking lot again, as long as we get permission ahead of time this time. Who should I contact?

...he makes the decisions!

Ya might also confirm they are actually gonna be there....
....he still hasnt let me know FOR SURE!

Jo

[nocturnalVX]

I guess if missing Stoop time HAS to happen... ending up on tropical islands is an OK reason.

[VX crazy]

I guess if missing Stoop time HAS to happen... ending up on tropical islands is an OK reason.

yes Gil that is an excellent reason!

[tysamigo]

OK, so I'm DEFINITELY coming this year...my first year. I've NEVER been off-road... well not like the kind out there at Moab. Since my VX is a show car, obviously I can't take her off road... or can I? I wouldn't mind taking off road where there won't be a single scratch on her, like on the easiest trail or something, but I'm not even sure if that exists. On another note however... I definitely want to go OFF ROAD with someone else and see the VX do some CRAAAAZY stuff!!!!, but since I don't know anyone.... and both the guys local to me are likely not going... I'm not sure who I can ride with...

Ultimately, my ideal trip would be to go out, meet everyone, go off-roading, and then maybe a couple days camping waaaaaaaaaaay out in no mans land and come home...

Just throwing this out there

[Scott Harness]

OK, so I'm DEFINITELY coming this year...my first year. I've NEVER been off-road... well not like the kind out there at Moab. Since my VX is a show car, obviously I can't take her off road... or can I? I wouldn't mind taking off road where there won't be a single scratch on her, like on the easiest trail or something, but I'm not even sure if that exists. On another note however... I definitely want to go OFF ROAD with someone else and see the VX do some CRAAAAZY stuff!!!!, but since I don't know anyone.... and both the guys local to me are likely not going... I'm not sure who I can ride with...

Ultimately, my ideal trip would be to go out, meet everyone, go off-roading, and then maybe a couple days camping waaaaaaaaaaay out in no mans land and come home...

Just throwing this out there

Sounds like a good plan! I'm sure you can ride with just about anyone:yesb:

[nocturnalVX]

Show off your mint VX at the Stoop, and then ride along with someone else on the trails. If you want guarantees of ABSOLUTELY NO DAMAGE... Do not take it off road. Period.

[JAMAS]

OK, so I'm DEFINITELY coming this year...my first year. I've NEVER been off-road... well not like the kind out there at Moab. Since my VX is a show car, obviously I can't take her off road... or can I? I wouldn't mind taking off road where there won't be a single scratch on her, like on the easiest trail or something, but I'm not even sure if that exists. On another note however... I definitely want to go OFF ROAD with someone else and see the VX do some CRAAAAZY stuff!!!!, but since I don't know anyone.... and both the guys local to me are likely not going... I'm not sure who I can ride with...

Ultimately, my ideal trip would be to go out, meet everyone, go off-roading, and then maybe a couple days camping waaaaaaaaaaay out in no mans land and come home...

Just throwing this out there

I'm with you. I will go on an easy trail, but I cant risk my daily driver.

I am actually pretty close to you. I live in West Chester, Oh. When are you heading out and when do you plan to return. Perhaps there is a convoy possibility.

[nocturnalVX]

I'm with you. I will go on an easy trail, but I cant risk my daily driver.

Don't get me wrong... Fins & Things, Hell's Revenge, and many other trails can be done safely by a stock VehiCROSS. I've been to Moab 7 times, and my VX has suffered more just from living in Chicago. I'm just saying that you ARE going to bump and scrape bits if you go wheelin'. The ONLY way to avoid any kind of blemish from going off road is to stay on it.

[Triathlete]

There are actually some very scenic trails in Moab that are basically dirt roads. As far as any of the other trails even though they can be done by stock VXs there is still always a chance of damage...even in the easiest of trails. But that said, if you have the chance to go...GO! It's a great experience. You will have a ton of fun with a lot of great people. You will find no shortage of open seats and invites to ride along...you may become the camera guy in exchange though ;)

[JAMAS]

Don't get me wrong... Fins & Things, Hell's Revenge, and many other trails can be done safely by a stock VehiCROSS. I've been to Moab 7 times, and my VX has suffered more just from living in Chicago. I'm just saying that you ARE going to bump and scrape bits if you go wheelin'. The ONLY way to avoid any kind of blemish from going off road is to stay on it.

I guess thats what I mean. I will go on the easiest one(s). I understand that going off the road can cause bumps and scrapes.....I am just trying to minimize the high dollar repairs. I dont go "wheelin" with it ever, but the VX isnt a show vehicle for me either. I take care of it, and its more than capable, but off roading is not a hobby for me at this point so I would rather be more cautious at this point.

[JAMAS]

There are actually some very scenic trails in Moab that are basically dirt roads. As far as any of the other trails even though they can be done by stock VXs there is still always a chance of damage...even in the easiest of trails. But that said, if you have the chance to go...GO! It's a great experience. You will have a ton of fun with a lot of great people. You will find no shortage of open seats and invites to ride along...you may become the camera guy in exchange though ;)

I am definitely going. And I will sort out the drive vs. ride choice when it presents itself. I am definitely looking forward to it. I figure I have to do it at least once in the time that I own the vehicross. It feels like a pilgrimage

[MSHardeman]

I use my VX as my daily driver, and try to keep it in as good a shape as possible, but I have been to Moab 8 or 9 times now, and like Gill said; I get more "damage" just driving it around every day. Like others have said, there are some easy trails out in Moab and it's always amazing to see what these little things are capable of. As I've said before, and others will attest to I'm sure, I tend to drive like a little old lady going to church on Sunday when I go off road. Off-roading is not a hobby for me and Moab is the only time that my VX sees any kind of serious off-roading (other than dirt roads around Colorado). There is ALWAYS the possibility of some minor scrapes doing ANY trail in Moab, even the dirt roads, but the thrill of doing some of these "obstacles" and getting to hang out with a bunch of people who share the same passion that I have is well worth it.

If you're keeping the VX as a "show car" then I wouldn't even drive it on the road because it could get rock chips in the paint, dirt and mud on the undercarriage and some crazy teenager who is doing more texting than driving could plow into you. I am planning on taking it a little easy this year (yeah, I say that every year) and I've been looking over the trails for something that is relatively easy with some nice views. Anyone is welcome to come along and we can discuss trails further at The Stoop.

Can't wait to see both of you, and everyone else, real soon.:dance:

[JAMAS]

I use my VX as my daily driver, and try to keep it in as good a shape as possible, but I have been to Moab 8 or 9 times now, and like Gill said; I get more "damage" just driving it around every day. Like others have said, there are some easy trails out in Moab and it's always amazing to see what these little things are capable of. As I've said before, and others will attest to I'm sure, I tend to drive like a little old lady going to church on Sunday when I go off road. Off-roading is not a hobby for me and Moab is the only time that my VX sees any kind of serious off-roading (other than dirt roads around Colorado). There is ALWAYS the possibility of some minor scrapes doing ANY trail in Moab, even the dirt roads, but the thrill of doing some of these "obstacles" and getting to hang out with a bunch of people who share the same passion that I have is well worth it.

If you're keeping the VX as a "show car" then I wouldn't even drive it on the road because it could get rock chips in the paint, dirt and mud on the undercarriage and some crazy teenager who is doing more texting than driving could plow into you. I am planning on taking it a little easy this year (yeah, I say that every year) and I've been looking over the trails for something that is relatively easy with some nice views. Anyone is welcome to come along and we can discuss trails further at The Stoop.

Can't wait to see both of you, and everyone else, real soon.:dance:

Thanks! Can't wait.

[VX KAT]

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My 2 cents....Since many have expressed desire (like Mark just did), to go on some easier trails, I suggest LA SAL MOUNTAIN. That was very pleasant, and since it was at elevation, and had trees, it was a bit cooler, which is always welcome when it's 90+ in Moab. Or 7 MILE RIM, that trail was also very mild and extremely scenic! The group hasn't gone on either of these for about 3 years.



Even some of the "easier" trails have one or two obstacles that can cause scrapping.

These are all taken on Fins&Things and HellsRevenge. both considered VERY doable for stock VXs.

It's pretty hard to get down these 2 slides w/o scrapping the front lower cladding, at my stock height + slightly bigger tires, because you end up sliding down it, even with full brakes. I've scraped every time (done it like 5 times now).
Dave is lifted and didn't scrape.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3225/DSCN1665.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00263-1.jpg


SIDE VIEW
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0846.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0846.jpg.html)


DAVE DIDN'T SCRAPE AT ALL
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3260/DSC_2459.JPG


OTHER CHALLENGING OBSTACLE FOR STOCK:
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0858.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0858.jpg.html)


VT_MAVERICK COMING DOWN IT -CAN'T RECALL IF HE SCRAPPED OR NOT
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0866-1.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0866-1.jpg.html)


DAVE SCRAPPED THE HECK OUT OF HIS HITCH COMING DOWN, BUT HE HAS A MUCH LONGER WHEELBASE.
I HAD MY 18" SUPERBUMPER ON AND IT SCRAPPED BADLY COMING DOWN THIS EVEN AT A SHARP ANGLE. ACTUALLY TILTED ENTIRE HITCH UPWARD A TAD. DO NOT USE SUPERBUMPER ON THIS OBSTACLE.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC_2473.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3260/DSC_2375.JPG


HERE I'M "HIGH-CENTERED" ON A ROCK, (BALANCING ON MY OLD TROOPER SKID PLATE), MONCHA CAME AND PUSHED ME A LITTLE TO GET ME OFF
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3229/09MoabDay3HellsRevenge003_3.jpg


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3229/DSC_0339_2_2_2.JPG


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN1039.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN1039.jpg.html)



FAIRLY COMMON SCRAPPING ON GAS TANK & SHIELD:
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF28231.JPG



LA SAL MOUNTAIN:
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7153.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSC_7153.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7079.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSC_7079.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7036.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSC_7036.jpg.html)


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7028.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSC_7028.jpg.html)





7 MILE RIM:
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7657.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSC_7657.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7631.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSC_7631.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7528.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSC_7528.jpg.html)

[JAMAS]

Looks like a hoot!

You gonna go Sue? I didnt see you RSVP yet.

[Triathlete]

If you're looking for easy and scenic check out Hoorah Pass (http://www.everytrail.com/guide/hurrah-pass-4x4-road-moab-ut)!

[JAMAS]

Looks cool!

[ND92]

UUUGGGHHH!!!!! I dont know if im going to be able to make it this year :'(
Me and the fam are possibly heading to Italy in april/may. Im getting this pulling feeling like I dont want to go to Italy because ill be missing out on seeing my other family.

[tysamigo]

WOOOOOOW you all !!!! That view is freaking AWESOME... ARE YOU KIDDIN ME????

OH MAN...I love nature and that view is juuuuust breathtaking. WOW...

So I DEFINITELY am going off road with someone lol, and the longer off road, the better for me... I've never been, I love outdoors, and I love VX's and have NEVER seen more than 2 in the same place at the same time. I've also never been around more than 2 or 3 VX enthusiasts at the same time. So this trip is going to blooooooow my mind I'm sure :yeso:

Yea, an easy trail would be a great idea just to get everyone together and have some awesome pics together... I'd like to stay for a few days, make it a little vacation for me. I also LOVE camping and have ALL the gear... and have always thought about taking the VX off road, out in the cut into no mans land (or at least far enough away from technology that you don't see the "city lights") and camping for a day or 2. Does anyone do that? I know about getting a room, and I probably will for the first night, but the next couple of days I would like to go camping, out in the cut.

Getting excited about going... :clap:

[VX KAT]

Yeah, the views are just breathtaking, can see now how it draws so many of us back year after year, from far and near!

I'd never seen more than 2 VXs together, so when we get these things lined up, I just go picture crazy! On the distant pic, I dropped back and waited until the line up was far enough away that I could get them and the rock formations in the same pic, it's sooooo much fun to see a line up of VXs.....which sadly I will not be part of this year, but I'll still enjoy seeing it and snappin' pics! :thumbup:

[tysamigo]

The only thing that could make it even better....would be to have the VX02 there :drool2:

hey wait a sec... Could the VX02 make it through the obstacles just the same as a stock vx? I know the rear is empty, but other than that, is it basically a stock vx... or even better with some "extras" that would make it better off road than stock? :_thinking

[JoFotoz]

IMO...


The only thing that could make it even better....would be to have the VX02 there :drool2:

hey wait a sec... Could the VX02 make it through the obstacles just the same as a stock vx? I know the rear is empty, but other than that, is it basically a stock vx... or even better with some "extras" that would make it better off road than stock? :_thinking

....the VX02 would fall apart.

The hidden 'structure' holding the back together ....
....would barely survive California potholes!!!

jo

[Donner]

Ya might also confirm they are actually gonna be there....
....he still hasnt let me know FOR SURE!


I spoke with Andy tonight. He said, not only are they there for another season but, a change in management has allowed them to start upgrading some of the rooms with new carpet, paint and the like.

BTW......

We-are-Booked!
Room 103 May 10TH-15th
:dance::jump::dance:

[JoFotoz]

Sweet....


I spoke with Andy tonight. He said, not only are they there for another season but, a change in management has allowed them to start upgrading some of the rooms with new carpet, paint and the like.


.... but I kind have a thing about my well worn carpet!!!

jo

[tysamigo]

IMO...the VX02 would fall apart.

The hidden 'structure' holding the back together ....
....would barely survive California potholes!!!
jo

Really??? Oh man .... that is such a let down. I love the look of it (although the interior is still "dated" to me)... it's a shame...I had no idea

What about the VX04 or the XU-1... do you know if they were "real" or not? I've always wanted to know...

On a side note, I've always dreamed and dreamed about having the same exact doors on my vx that the XU-1 has... I've even went as far as looking into the cost... and of course I decided not to. Way to much involved.

[tysamigo]

I was just thinking... has anyone thought about ALSO doing a Moab Calendar OR some other type of Memorbilia using pics from Moab? I would love to have something like that to hang on my wall and at my desk :yeso:

[ABDragonVX]

I'm hoping this year it might be possible to follow Stefan down from Alberta.

[JoFotoz]

I didnt examine the VX04 too closely...


Really??? Oh man .... that is such a let down. I love the look of it (although the interior is still "dated" to me)... it's a shame...I had no idea

What about the VX04 or the XU-1... do you know if they were "real" or not? I've always wanted to know...

On a side note, I've always dreamed and dreamed about having the same exact doors on my vx that the XU-1 has... I've even went as far as looking into the cost... and of course I decided not to. Way to much involved.

....was more interested in checking out the VX02!

But, the quick look I did give the VX04 would suggest its more structurally stable...
....maybe someone looked closer than I did..and can comment.

The VX02 is basically held together under the back cover , by a very flimsy
'web' of square tube. (There are pics somewhere on here!)

As for the XU-1...never seen it..but like it :thumbup:

There are a couple of owners that have modified their doors in a similar way to the XU-1..
....... either Russian or Japanese..or both!.. IIRC.

jo

[JoFotoz]

There used to be a "Family Friendly" VX calendar...


I was just thinking... has anyone thought about ALSO doing a Moab Calendar OR some other type of Memorbilia using pics from Moab? I would love to have something like that to hang on my wall and at my desk :yeso:

....that always featured several Moab Shots.

It seemed to fall by the wayside when I started doing the "Pin Up' calendar.

I've always wanted to do a Moab "Pin Up/Glam" pictorial for the calendar I do...:thumbup:

...but getting models to Moab is cost prohibitive.

I looked at doing this a couple of years ago, with models from SLC or Denver...
..... it would of added $15 to the cost of every calendar I do :eek:


Jo

.

[tysamigo]

There used to be a "Family Friendly" VX calendar...

....that always featured several Moab Shots.

It seemed to fall by the wayside when I started doing the "Pin Up' calendar.

I've always wanted to do a Moab "Pin Up/Glam" pictorial for the calendar I do...:thumbup:

...but getting models to Moab is cost prohibitive.

I looked at doing this a couple of years ago, with models from SLC or Denver...
..... it would of added $15 to the cost of every calendar I do :eek:
Jo.

I was thinking of maybe Moab pics with just US.. and the VX in some crazy situations lol... no models necessary ... Did it fall to the wayside because of lack of interest or you just got to busy? I'd definitely be interested. I can't hang the current calendar at work... and I LOVE showing people about the VX. I would buy one. Even if it weren't a calendar and it was just a collage or something...

My friend Shannon and I have known each other since Middle School and are very close (friends only). We've goofed around with taking pics with a lot of the cars I've owned in the past and I've asked here recently if her and her sister (similar build) would do some photo shoots with my VX when its finished and they both said yes. Her sister's husband is a professional photographer (very good VERY good)... and I'm going to pay him to do some photo shoots with Shannon and her sister with my VX. I was thinking of submitting a couple so that one of them could possibly go into a future calender :) I doubt I could get them to travel... they are both married with kids...but they've already said yes to taking some pics with my VX this summer...here's a pic of us a couple years ago.


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/2/thumbs/tyler7.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24415)

[Triathlete]

Jo if it ever gets into a go mode I have a ton (9 years worth) of pics...the past few trips better quality than the rest. I am sure Sue,and others have a ton also. I know I would donate any I have (for a credit ;))

[JoFotoz]

I wasnt the one doing the original Calendar...


I was thinking of maybe Moab pics with just US.. and the VX in some crazy situations lol... no models necessary ... Did it fall to the wayside because of lack of interest or you just got to busy? I'd definitely be interested. I can't hang the current calendar at work... and I LOVE showing people about the VX. I would buy one. Even if it weren't a calendar and it was just a collage or something...

My friend Shannon and I have known each other since Middle School and are very close (friends only). We've goofed around with taking pics with a lot of the cars I've owned in the past and I've asked here recently if her and her sister (similar build) would do some photo shoots with my VX when its finished and they both said yes. Her sister's husband is a professional photographer (very good VERY good)... and I'm going to pay him to do some photo shoots with Shannon and her sister with my VX. I was thinking of submitting a couple so that one of them could possibly go into a future calender :) I doubt I could get them to travel... they are both married with kids...but they've already said yes to taking some pics with my VX this summer...here's a pic of us a couple years ago.


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/2/thumbs/tyler7.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24415)


....I simply offered some "Pin Up" style 'Garage Glam' shots for it.

They were very well received, but not thought 'suitable' for a general calendar, which I fully understand...

....so the following year I offered a complete "Pin Up" calendar.

Not sure why the other one wasnt produced.

As for the models/pics you plan for your VX....

...by all means send some to me for consideration :thumbup:
( And any one else too!!)

Over the past couple of years many here have stepped up to help...
....and frankly thats what keeps it going.

Its by NO MEANS a money maker...!!...and is pretty time consuming too.

Any net profit after expenses gets sent to Scott to help with this sites running costs....
...and those that shoot/ model or loan their vehicles enjoy seeing their efforts in print ,
and get back page "credits" for their portfolios.....or just plain old bragging rights!

jo

[JoFotoz]

I'm really not sure I have the time Billy..


Jo if it ever gets into a go mode I have a ton (9 years worth) of pics...the past few trips better quality than the rest. I am sure Sue,and others have a ton also. I know I would donate any I have (for a credit ;))

....frankly the pics for a general calendar would be the easy part, obviously I have tons,
as do you and many others who always willing offer them.

Its the formatting/layout'ing/artworking'ing/print ready'ing/ordering/billing/collecting/mailing etc etc...

....that takes the time!

Lets see how busy I am come Aug/Sept time.......
....or somebody else might want to resurrect it if demand is there.

Jo

[Triathlete]

I left out the "or anyone else" part :)

[Scott Harness]

There was a year or two,where we had the action shot and pin-up available.:yesb:

[vt_maverick]

VT_MAVERICK COMING DOWN IT -CAN'T RECALL IF HE SCRAPPED OR NOT
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0866-1.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/MOAB%20%202012/DSCN0866-1.jpg.html)


I didn't scrape any of my cladding on either of the two trails I did. But I'm running 1.5" coil spacers and a slight TB crank, plus tires that are 1" taller. I did scrape my front tow hooks (I have the down-facing Trooper ones with the rope clips) and my Kilby plates a few times but nothing serious. Can't recall whether I hit the gas tank plate but I don't think so. And I'm almost positive that I didn't hit the sliders or diff guard.

That said there was discussion after last year to the effect that some of the trails are deteriorating and are somewhat rougher than in previous years when many of them were deemed "just fine" for stock VX's. My recommendation to a stock VX'er looking for a little cheap insurance would be to pick up a set of Trooper plates at a local junkyard and spend $35 on a pair of 1.5" Daystar spacers. You (or your friend - thanks again Billy) can attach the plates, install the spacers, and crank the torsion bars in your driveway. Taller tires are good too, but those might be more $$$ than some are willing to spend on top of the journey.

[ND92]

I'm hoping this year it might be possible to follow Stefan down from Alberta.
Yes sir, if im going this year that is. Im going to book my room sometime this week just in case and if I cant make it then ill pass the room on to someone else.



That said there was discussion after last year to the effect that some of the trails are deteriorating and are somewhat rougher than in previous years when many of them were deemed "just fine" for stock VX's.

HAHAHAHA yeah like I was told Kane Creek Canyon was doable. Almost slipping off the side of the cliff because the other routes were too washed out for a stock vx to get up. Bending my drivers A-arm and pushing the frame sliders into the body were just the easy things that needed fixing. But the middle part of the trail was nice and easy. This year I think it should be, if you have a doubt that a trail might be bad, take a lifted vx.

[VX KAT]

same with Top of The World! Totally doable in 2010, by 2012 it was just a rock and ledge mine field, would destroy the undercarriage of a non-lifted VX...I had the Kilby's and OMG did they take a beating! Thank gawd for the Kilby's!

[tysamigo]

Will there be anyone at Moab with a VX with turbo/super charger?

[BigSwede]

Yes.

[JoFotoz]

Maybe..

Depends what Dub brings ...

...cant recall another S/c one that comes.

jo

[tysamigo]

Awesome! Ive ALWAYS wanted to ride in one...see how much difference it is....that really got me excited!

[pbkid]

ehh, depends on how dub is doing. His is the usual S/C rig around. I wont spoil any of his current being, but I will let him share if you will have a S/c VX to ride in.
oh, and his has 35's so it almost evens out to stock with the SC ;)


Awesome! Ive ALWAYS wanted to ride in one...see how much difference it is....that really got me excited!

[Jay Dunford]

Might be a white one there too!!:p:bgwb:

[nocturnalVX]

That's super Jay... So that's 4 different vehicles you've had at Moab?

[nocturnalVX]

Cece and I will not be able to do Moab this year... She has her new teaching gig in Vegas, and doesn't have much time off before June. That being said, we are going to St. Maarten in the Carribean for a wedding. Gotta admit that I am excited about going on that trip, but I know that missing Stoop time is gonna blow big time. I am REALLY sorry we are going to miss seeing our global VXers. Have fun, be safe, have fun, drink moonkies, have fun, PETOS... stop means STOP, have fun, and... post pictures!!!

[BigSwede]

Bummer, we'll miss you guys.

[JoFotoz]

X2...


Bummer, we'll miss you guys.

Great talking to ya the other day....:cool:
Crash bar is stashed for ya :thumbup:

St Martin vs Stoop.. yea, St Martin!

Sunset Beach/runway bar is a must visit..
....get blown away ( literally) by jets taking off!

CeCe would need tying down :eek: :rolleyes:

:_beer:

Jo

[MSHardeman]

You guys will be sorely missed.:( but your trip sounds great. We can always face time (or Skype) with you during the Ice Cream Social so it'll be just like you're there (sort of).

[nocturnalVX]

Great talking to you as well Jo, and thanks again.




CeCe would need tying down :eek: :rolleyes:

:_beer:

Jo

Just to be a little quicker than The Dubster., here goes...

You two should be good at that by now.
I kinda figured she would normally do the tying down.
That's par for the course no matter where they go on vacation.

Did I miss any, Dude?

[BigSwede]

Lol, nice preemptive strike Gill.

[bartmanS4]

I was just looking through Sue's photo album and came across this one of Jon. Can you tell me what trail/obstacle this is? Looks pretty hairy!
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MOAB%20%202012/IMG_0694.jpg

[Triathlete]

Looks like the top (going down) if the wedgie on poison spider

[VX KAT]

I was thinking that too Billy, but I'm not sure.
and just FYI Scott, I wasn't on the trail! :freek:

[VXorado]

Yeah Scotty, Billy & Sue are right. Poison Spider coming back down from the top loop.

Looks scarier than I remember!!! :thumbup:

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[Donner]

FYI
If you haven't already heard, there is a rate hike in the works at the Red Rock Lodge. I got a phone call today with the news. I think it was ~20 a day more. They did say the rooms are remodeled so I guess you get what you pay for.
The website hasn't been updated with the new rates yet but should be soon.

[tysamigo]

Speaking of which... I need to go ahead and book something. So with this being my first time I have no idea what Red Rock Lodge is all about and "Stoop Parties"...what's that exactly? lol... Is this where everyone or most everyone stays? All I know is that I wanna meet everyone, and be surrounded by Isuzu and VX nuts like myself :bgwb:

From a few other posts it almost seems like it might not be very pleasant to stay at? What's the deal? Should I book here or is there another or better place nearby? Just trying to get something booked so it's locked in. I definitely am not going to miss out this years Moab

[JoFotoz]

Hey Ty

Red Rock is an old "Motel" style place...you park outside your room door for the most part.
Many do stay there..some camp.
They are REALLY cool, they lets us wrench on the vehicles, make a mess..

...and generally take over.

The actual "Stoop" is the porch along the front of the "old side" of the building..
..rooms 101 - 112 I think.
It becomes the social center pretty much.
People meet here in the morn to divide up into trail groups...
...and after wheeling its crowded with people cocktailing ( or not)..
...and wrenching on problems!

New side is Motel6 standard.. old side "was" Motel 2.5 standard!..
...but I guess thats all better now!

Its a good base...lots of fun..and you'll meet everyone!

:_steering

jo

[MSHardeman]

Here's The Stoop ("old side")in front of Dub and Jo's rooms (far end of the hotel from the street.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-21-11_10.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-21-11_02.JPG
Jo, wrenching at The Stoop with the "new" side in the background

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Vicki_in_Moab_05.JPG
Red Rocks Lodge from down the street. "Old side on the right, "new" side on the left.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Ice_Cream_Social_09_081.JPG
Festivities at the far end of The Stoop

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/The_Stoop_Garage_09_03.JPG
YEP, that happens too.

It's not five star by any means, but it sure is a lot of fun.

[tysamigo]

I Love It !

[bartmanS4]

Ty
I stayed at the Hampton Inn last year and this year I'm dividing my stay between the Holiday Inn and the Hampton. I did this because I can get free or highly discounted rooms from my travel club points. I would still go hang at the stoop but retire to more plush accommodations to sleep. Good times to be had at the stoop but I don't need to stay there.
I also explored the renting of a condo for the week. This would be a great option for a group of folks but after gauging interest there just was enough people that could commit at the time.
Scott

[JoFotoz]

Nice Mark.. those sure set the 'scene'...

...albeit several years ago!!

I have even less hair, bigger scalp NOW...

..and the ORW sure has changed!

Looking fwd to this year!!

jo

[Ldub]

And own an Isuzu...of any vint or model...:yesgray:

You will enjoy time on tha stoop...no REALLY !!!

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http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3237/IMG_07371.jpg

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/MOAB_09_VX_TAT.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC03217.JPG

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If you think that there is a better group of people to spend time with...I'll call you a liar to your face...there can be only ONE group as tight as the Isuzu Fam in Moab.
Have probs on tha trail?...The fam will RUSH to your assistance.(we're talk'n parts, fluids, wrenching skills, jacks...WHATEVER)

Have trouble on an obstacle?...the straps come out, we all have one...or two.

We've never left a vehicle that was broke behind that I'm aware of, we operate as an entity...all for one, one for all.

Come up a few dollar$ $hort ? (or MORE, in my case) tha hat gets passed, the problem is solved.

Need a quart of oil?...there's practically a fight to see who gets the privilige of donating.

The Stoop?...never been a fist fight, or anything more worse than mild verbal abuse that I'm aware of....There can be a LOT of poking fun at each other, but that's just...well...NORMAL... At least in the circles I've lived in most of my life. If ya can't take it, as well as ya dish it...well then..:slap:

Come & have some dam FUN!

As Mark (MSHardeman) said, during one of my earliest stoop memories...."it's like we're in HIGH SCHOOL again"...:laughing:

Some of the best friends I have in my life?....met em' in Moab....:heart:

While we may be far apart in miles, we remain close in heart. I talk to a lot of these friends on a weekly/monthly/or evvy few months basis.

[VX KAT]

Well said Sir! :heart:
x1000 Dub! :thumbup:
See da fam soon!!
Here ya go Jo, ya gotz sum more hair here!
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[JoFotoz]

Yup!!...frankly one of the most diverse/eclectic..
...BUT harmonious groups I've ever seen

From:-

Young'uns spending college book money.....to retired CEO's

Gun toting Rednecks.... to lefty liberal hippy tree huggers. ( some even a bit'o both!)

Crazy modified Go anywhere rides.... to gleaming pavement Princess jewels.

Super experienced off road experts...to those that got ALL excited just crossing a cattle grid ( That'd be ME..my first year!!).

=======

No pressure to beat your car up, always a shotgun seat happily offered for anyone. Groups form every day to do mild to wild trails.
An insane amount of laughing, poking fun...and talking B/S...but tongue always planted firmly in cheek !


AND...if I am correct in my math ( 1999-2014 ) ... this is VX-XV USA year :clap:


All the above is IMHO...no refunds or guarantees implied or offered...:cool:

But having said that, only ever seen one exception to the "all had a blast" after-glow!

This diatribe bought to you buy the Moab Chamber of "TMF" .


:_steering

jo

[JoFotoz]

Like THAT pic...



Here ya go Jo, ya gotz sum more hair here!

...would encourage ANYONE to attend!!


:eek:


Jo

[vt_maverick]

AND...if I am correct in my math ( 1999-2014 ) ... this is VX-XV USA year :clap:

You're thinking too hard Jo... look at the thread title. ;)

[BigSwede]

Should be ZuZoo XVII...I first attended ZuZoo IV in 2001.

[JoFotoz]

Yea.. ZUZOOOO XVI...or XVII ( thanks Swede!)


You're thinking too hard Jo... look at the thread title. ;)

But, for the VX, as available in USA......
......doesnt that make THIS year... the 'XV' anniversary :_thinking


:LineWave:

Jo

[MSHardeman]

Jo, it's definitely the VX XV anniversary in the US, but I don't think that there were VX's at ZuZoo the first year that they were available, but I could be totally wrong on that. A few years ago Todd Adams handed out some stickers that said what year it was for the VX meet (the year we all met up at his RV in the campground). I have the sticker at home and I'll have to look at it to see what it says to determine what year this is for the VX meet.

[MSHardeman]

Found the sticker from Todd showing ZuZoo XI and VX Moab VIII. What does that make it now for the VX? (Doing this from the phone).
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/image90.jpg

[Ldub]

Found the sticker from Todd showing ZuZoo XI and VX Moab VIII. What does that make it now for the VX?

It was my understanding when I joined this forum....that there would be no MATH...:upsetgray



LOL...:_thinking

[nocturnalVX]

It was my understanding when I joined this forum....that there would be no MATH...:upsetgray


:disturbed

[Ldub]

:disturbed

:yesgray:

[Jay Dunford]

If I'm remembering correctly Todd had his VX at ZuZoo III (2000) and the rest of us started attending at ZuZoo IV (2001) so this year would indeed be the VX XV 15 year anniversary.

[JoFotoz]

Wouldn't that make it...


If I'm remembering correctly Todd had his VX at ZuZoo III (2000) and the rest of us started attending at ZuZoo IV (2001) so this year would indeed be the VX XV 15 year anniversary.

... VX - XIV this year?

2000 - 20014 ?

Or am I getting kept back after class?

:p

Jo

.

[bartmanS4]

Or am I getting kept back after class?

:p

Jo

.

You shan't have your pudding! Zero counts as one so 15 years.

[JoFotoz]

Oh no...


You shan't have your pudding! Zero counts as one so 15 years.

... my face is so red, its "pink" !


:o <--- Me!

Jo

[bartmanS4]

Love you Jo! Your still the Man!

[JoFotoz]

So an Uber cool Moab VX-XV window sticker is..

...a MUST!

And shirts
And hats
And........ Stuff!

Jo

[JoFotoz]

Thanks Scott...


Love you Jo! Your still the Man!


But you're' getting no pu'dn either cause your grammar / spelling...
.... is as bad as my math!

We dont need no edumacashun....


:rolleyes:


Jo

[bartmanS4]

****. You're it is!!!

[JoFotoz]

X2 ..


****. You're it is!!!

... on the **** !

What a pair of plonkers we are!


:eek:


Jo

[Ldub]

You shan't have your pudding! Zero counts as one so 15 years.

Beat me to it...:yesgray:

[VX crazy]

See you guys NEXT year! Gonna miss each and every one of you, but we have so much to do here on all our vehicles! Only the second time I have missed Moab since 2002 or 2003!

[VX KAT]

See you guys NEXT year! Gonna miss each and every one of you, but we have so much to do here on all our vehicles! Only the second time I have missed Moab since 2002 or 2003!

:wtfo: ......booo :(
will miss ya guys!

[JoFotoz]

No Bueno...


See you guys NEXT year! Gonna miss each and every one of you, but we have so much to do here on all our vehicles! Only the second time I have missed Moab since 2002 or 2003!

Gonna miss you's guys :(

Jo

[Ldub]

My level of bummed-outedness seems to grow with every post of my friends (both those met, & those not yet met) who AREN'T gonna be there...:(

Quit posting Bad News everyone...I can't take much more...:madgray:

[nocturnalVX]

Cece and I are planning to be in Moab for the 2015 festivities! No other vacation planning is going to get in the way next year.
:_beer::thumbup::clap::dan_ban:

[Ldub]

that helped....a little...:heart:

[ZEUS]

Imma gonna be there this year! Missing it last year was with good intentions in mind but that blew up in my face! So this year I am going to get twice as messed up as normal!

[VXIRONwoMAN]

My level of bummed-outedness seems to grow with every post of my friends (both those met, & those not yet met) who AREN'T gonna be there...:(

Quit posting Bad News everyone...I can't take much more...:madgray:

Sorry Big Brudder...I told you that last year may be the last time I see Moab with ya'll. Teaching gets in the way.

It's getting too close to departure time and I couldn't keep ignoring this thread anymore...

On a good note...I am planning on NOT teaching next year so I can continue to go to Moab with the rest of the crew…and get a better paying job.(Can you tell I have my priorities straight?) Cross those fingers. I am closer to Moab now, so it is just a hop, skip and a jump away. I'd consider driving up, but I won't be in the same country that week.

Next year for sure!

I miss you all!!!:heart:

[Ldub]

On a good note...I am planning on NOT teaching next year so I can continue to go to Moab with the rest of the crew…and get a better paying job.(Can you tell I have my priorities straight?) Cross those fingers. I am closer to Moab now, so it is just a hop, skip and a jump away. I'd consider driving up, but I won't be in the same country that week.

Next year for sure!

I miss you all!!!:heart:

Awlright Lil' Sister, Imma hold'n ya to that statement next spring...;)

And, FWIW, I think getting a better paying job is a GREAT idea. Unfortunately, teachers in general, are WAY under compensated for the amount of work, care, blood, sweat, & tears that they they put put forth to do their job well.

IMO, the profession is losing one of the greats! .. :yes:

[Mile High VX]

FWIW, I think getting a better paying job is a GREAT idea. Unfortunately, teachers in general, are WAY under compensated for the amount of work, care, blood, sweat, & tears that they they put put forth to do their job well.



As the husband of a teacher...AMEN Brother Larry!

[nocturnalVX]

Awlright Lil' Sister, Imma hold'n ya to that statement next spring...;)

And, FWIW, I think getting a better paying job is a GREAT idea. Unfortunately, teachers in general, are WAY under compensated for the amount of work, care, blood, sweat, & tears that they they put put forth to do their job well.

IMO, the profession is losing one of the greats! .. :yes:

Yup... The best way to keep quality people is to treat them with respect, and pay them what they are worth. More often than not, teachers get neither...

[VX crazy]

Yup... The best way to keep quality people is to treat them with respect, and pay them what they are worth. More often than not, teachers get neither...

I agree, and what I pay in school tax on my property tax is INSANE, where does all that money go???? What is C thinking of doing instead of teaching??

[Triathlete]

Lisa, around here they build new schools while they are closing others...go figure! Then they cry that the district has no money for raises and "have to" lay off teachers.

[VX KAT]

CeCe are you leaving teaching completely?

[RickOKC]

Yay, I finally got around to making my reservation at The Lodge tonight!

Hopefully I'll feel confident enough to take the VX. Poor ol' thing has become a little "incontinent" lately and I have a couple new leakies on the garage floor. Oh well, if it's something serious, I'll just drive the Mustang and mooch a passenger seat from someone. :) (EDIT: Or just hang out drinking and laughing on the stoop. Either sounds good for the soul.)

[twalker920]

Soo...Joe's 5th wheel has a broken axle, and considering how much out of the country travel he's been doing for his work, he may not get it fixed in time for...well, anything this year. Which means I'm now a maybe for Moab, and bummed. I guess I'd better look in to rooms, but I'm assuming the Lodge is full now? I also plan to take a two week vacation in August (England via Iceland - my first trip out of country in 7 years), and I haven't told work I'd also like a week in May for this too. I still also have a slight alignment issue with my VX (from Spring Creek last year!) and I need to do something about the overheating that VXorado and Bartman pointed out was really pretty bad (the hood and fenders too hot to touch bad). I'm just not sure I'm going to have time to get to these things, I got promoted and work and for some reason they expect even more out of me now!

[Dumke]

I will not be attending Moab this year. I was going to try and squeeze it in however with Oldest son about to go through drivers ed and having to find him a car Moab is going to have to wait.

I will sorely miss you all. Kinda bummed as this is the first time I have missed 2 years back to back.

[JoFotoz]

BOOOOO.... :(



I will not be attending Moab this year. I was going to try and squeeze it in however with Oldest son about to go through drivers ed and having to find him a car Moab is going to have to wait.

I will sorely miss you all. Kinda bummed as this is the first time I have missed 2 years back to back.

...but family first :thumbup:

jo

[Cobrajet]

I will not be attending Moab this year. I was going to try and squeeze it in however with Oldest son about to go through drivers ed and having to find him a car Moab is going to have to wait.

Go to MOAB, wait for the first Jeep to roll down the hill without driver, and take that one... :)

[Ldub]

Yay, I finally got around to making my reservation at The Lodge tonight!

Hopefully I'll feel confident enough to take the VX. Poor ol' thing has become a little "incontinent" lately and I have a couple new leakies on the garage floor. Oh well, if it's something serious, I'll just drive the Mustang and mooch a passenger seat from someone. :) (EDIT: Or just hang out drinking and laughing on the stoop. Either sounds good for the soul.)


At least there is SOME good news in this thread...:thumbup:

Ya' know that ther'll be MULTIPLE choices for shotgun...choose wisely...:naughty:.. :_thinking.. :rotate:... :laughing:



Soo...Joe's 5th wheel has a broken axle, and considering how much out of the country travel he's been doing for his work, he may not get it fixed in time for...well, anything this year. Which means I'm now a maybe for Moab, and bummed. I guess I'd better look in to rooms, but I'm assuming the Lodge is full now? I also plan to take a two week vacation in August (England via Iceland - my first trip out of country in 7 years), and I haven't told work I'd also like a week in May for this too. I still also have a slight alignment issue with my VX (from Spring Creek last year!) and I need to do something about the overheating that VXorado and Bartman pointed out was really pretty bad (the hood and fenders too hot to touch bad). I'm just not sure I'm going to have time to get to these things, I got promoted and work and for some reason they expect even more out of me now!


I will not be attending Moab this year. I was going to try and squeeze it in however with Oldest son about to go through drivers ed and having to find him a car Moab is going to have to wait.

I will sorely miss you all. Kinda bummed as this is the first time I have missed 2 years back to back.


BOOOOO.... :(




...but family first :thumbup:

jo

And tha rest'yall...:(

And that INCLUDES the previous posters, who I'm sorry to say, have posted negativity upon the possibility of being there this year...:crying:

I feel very sad for some of you...you p1zz'd tha opportunity to meet me in Moab this year...down yer leg...:slap:..:rotate:..:laughing:

But I'm feeling MOAR sorry for myself...missing that opportunity.

AND, the fact that I'll be missing the rest of those who have become my VX Fam... through years of trail camaraderie, stoop debauchery, & the flavor of the general "goin's on" that surround this yearly pilgrimage, that you each bring to the table...:crying:

HOWEVER....fear not, I happen to know that no matter what I bring with me as a conveyance, or who's there, or what the weather may bring...:uhohgray:

Imma go to Moab, and have FUN anyway...:dan_ban:


Oh....Robert, I can't think of much, that'll flesh out a young bucks skill behind the wheel of a vehicle.....:_steering

Than some off road skinny pedal experience...:smilewink

[Ldub]

The original reason I was peep'n on this thread, was to include this for the old trail hands, & noobs alike...trail etiquette 101...with regard to "pit stops"

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[ZEUS]

Nothing says drunken post like those last two! :yeso:

[VX KAT]

At least there is SOME good news in this thread...:thumbup:

HOWEVER....fear not, I happen to know that no matter what I bring with me as a conveyance, or who's there, or what the weather may bring...:uhohgray:

Imma go to Moab, and have FUN anyway...:dan_ban:


x2
Here! Here! :_beer::_beer:

[nocturnalVX]

The original reason I was peep'n on this thread, was to include this for the old trail hands, & noobs alike...trail etiquette 101...with regard to "pit stops"

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:tweed:

[RickOKC]

At least there is SOME good news in this thread...:thumbup:

Ya' know that ther'll be MULTIPLE choices for shotgun...choose wisely...:naughty:.. :_thinking.. :rotate:... :laughing:

Ha ha! I'm not worried.

No matter what I know I'll have a great time. I could do NO off-roading at all and just hang out at The Stoop and have a blast.

I could be a passenger with some people and spend a few days repeating, "OH CRAP, OH CRAP, I'M GOING TO DIE!!!" and have a great time.

Other rides would leave me sitting in the back seat thinking, "When is flight attendant coming back around with more crackers/caviar/wine" and have a great time.

I've saids it before and I'll says it again - the FUN is the hanging out with the people in the group more than the actual activity!

(Let's all hug now, ok?) :laughing::laughing::laughing::laughing:

[ZEUS]

Hey Gang, please help me out with my final-planning decision... I cannot take a full week off for this 'Zoo. I will be bringing the soon-to-be-inherited CJ-7 I've been wheeling for 14 years & I'm still trying to talk my dad into coming along. SOO what days are my peeps (you know who you are) going to be around? I'm leaning toward taking off a half day for a Moab afternoon arrival on Wednesday, the 14th, & then coming home Saturday, the 17th. I could also show up Saturday, the 10th, & leave for home on that Wednesday... thoughts?

[JoFotoz]

May 10th... through morning (ish!) of May 18th for me.

So avoiding you will be impossible :p


:dance:

Jo

[tysamigo]

I have kind of the same question as Zues...

I can only be there for about 3 days. Which 3 days will the most folks be there?

[ZEUS]

Ty - typically the VX Run has occurred on Tuesday so you may take that into consideration. Makes me wonder if a VX Run trail has been planned, officiated, & scheduled yet - anybody?

[VXorado]

Ty - typically the VX Run has occurred on Tuesday so you may take that into consideration. Makes me wonder if a VX Run trail has been planned, officiated, & scheduled yet - anybody?

We sort of axed the officially planned VX run last year due to the group being so large and slow. If I remember correctly, we split into a couple smaller groups and it went really well.

I'll be in Moab Sunday through Friday, it would be great to wheel with you and your dad again Justin. :_beer:

[VX crazy]

Hey Gang, please help me out with my final-planning decision... I cannot take a full week off for this 'Zoo. I will be bringing the soon-to-be-inherited CJ-7 I've been wheeling for 14 years & I'm still trying to talk my dad into coming along. SOO what days are my peeps (you know who you are) going to be around? I'm leaning toward taking off a half day for a Moab afternoon arrival on Wednesday, the 14th, & then coming home Saturday, the 17th. I could also show up Saturday, the 10th, & leave for home on that Wednesday... thoughts?

Justin.......I thought you knew I wasn't coming? ;-)

[ZEUS]

We sort of axed the officially planned VX run last year due to the group being so large and slow. If I remember correctly, we split into a couple smaller groups and it went really well.

I'll be in Moab Sunday through Friday, it would be great to wheel with you and your dad again Justin. :_beer:
Heck ya! Sucks to hear about the VX Run... there should at least be a scheduled "get all the VX's in one spot for a" pic (says the guy with no VX).


Justin.......I thought you knew I wasn't coming? ;-)
Aww man, I guess that means Greg is out too. I'm just gonna have to cancel my trip then... again. :( And here the whole time, I thought the 3 of us were sharing that room! :smilewink

[Craig]

I'm getting kind of excited. Just a few weeks to Moab and the crew. I hope the VXers will not shun a non-VX, non-Isuzu entrant. I changed from six lug nuts per wheel to five for this year.

[ZEUS]

Craig, I will be sporting 5 lugs also!

[Ldub]

I changed from six lug nuts per wheel to five for this year.


Craig, I will be sporting 5 lugs also!

You "5 nutterz" are like some sort of plague....but tha disease of happiness that you bring to tha campfyre, make it MORE than worth the revulsion we (tha 6 nutterz) feel when your vehicles are within beer can throwing distance of "real truckz"...:rotate:

[BigSwede]

I'm getting kind of excited. Just a few weeks to Moab and the crew. I hope the VXers will not shun a non-VX, non-Isuzu entrant. I changed from six lug nuts per wheel to five for this year.

What, got rid of the FJ already?

[Craig]

I couldn't see out of it. Didn't know where the trail was. It's hard to show off your prowess when you're really not sure where you are exactly. I joined a 4wd club here in Boise that's mostly jeep oriented. After struggling on a few trails with that group, it became obvious to me that a stock Rubicon was far superior to my modified FJ. Ain't no fool. Done what I had to.

[ND92]

Looks like I wont be making the trip this year :_crying:
The family and I are heading to Italy for the month. I wish I was able to see everyone and Ill be missing you all.

so if anyone is looking for a room at the RR Resort, let me know and we can transfer my reservation.

[BigSwede]

I couldn't see out of it. Didn't know where the trail was. It's hard to show off your prowess when you're really not sure where you are exactly. I joined a 4wd club here in Boise that's mostly jeep oriented. After struggling on a few trails with that group, it became obvious to me that a stock Rubicon was far superior to my modified FJ. Ain't no fool. Done what I had to.

Yeah that's the biggest problem with the FJ IMO...but I don't fit in a Wrangler very well, especially not with a stick. I could probably drive an auto.

[bartmanS4]

After struggling on a few trails with that group, it became obvious to me that a stock Rubicon was far superior to my modified FJ. Ain't no fool. Done what I had to.

I WON'T MISS THAT HORN CRAIG! I hope you didn't put that in your jeep


Looks like I wont be making the trip this year :_crying:
The family and I are heading to Italy for the month. I wish I was able to see everyone and Ill be missing you all.


Bummer Stephan sorry to hear we won't be wheeling together. Have a fantastic time in Italia!

Scott

[MSHardeman]

One of my co-workers was in Moab this past weekend and stayed at a place that could take the place of the Red Rocks if it ever came to that. It's called "glamping" and it looks like it would be a lot of fun. I wonder if they would give us a good rate if we rented out the whole thing.

http://www.moabundercanvas.com/index.html

[VX KAT]

One of my co-workers was in Moab this past weekend and stayed at a place that could take the place of the Red Rocks if it ever came to that. It's called "glamping" and it looks like it would be a lot of fun. I wonder if they would give us a good rate if we rented out the whole thing.

http://www.moabundercanvas.com/index.html

Wow! Way Kool! It's like those fancy places you see on an African Safari. Wee bit pricey! but guess I could "settle" for the Safari Tent! :goof:
Dang it's a huge picture....sorry!
https://clients.innroad.com/wyellowmoab/imgHandler.ashx?image=\\innr01-fs-cl01\\share1\\Assets/pics/roomClass_pic_8888.JPG

[Triathlete]

That looks cool Mark but browsing their site me thinks its not cheap ;)

[ZEUS]

"Glamping" haha clever. Best of both worlds - if they came up with a decent group rate I would be interested in that...

[BigSwede]

I dunno...I was in a tent for that sandstorm last year, that is one reason why I am staying at the Red Rock this year.

[Etfren]

Anybody looking to share a room at the Red Rock? I've got an extra bed if anyone is interested. I'll be there from Monday the 12th and leaving Saturday the 17th.

Stephan, sad to hear you aren't going to make it this year. :(

[Donner]

My 18yo daughter and her BF may be looking to share a camp spot if any are available. ASnyone got room for another tent?

[Donner]

I'm getting kind of excited. Just a few weeks to Moab and the crew. I hope the VXers will not shun a non-VX, non-Isuzu entrant. I changed from six lug nuts per wheel to five for this year.

Hey Craig! I have an 8-lug Trooper in the works! Hopefully ready for 2015.

[VXorado]

Hey Craig! I have an 8-lug Trooper in the works! Hopefully ready for 2015.

Hey now... you've got a month, get it ready by 2014!!! :_beer:

[twalker920]

I'll be heading out Sat 10th probably through wednesday, pretty much like last year. Joe's checking his travel schedule but we should have the RV again. Nothing like leaving it down to the wire!

Looking forward to seeing all yous guys!

[Donner]

Hey now... you've got a month, get it ready by 2014!!! :_beer:

Nope. I'm not touching it until we are back from this year's antics. I should probably focus on just getting the '91 and my tow rig ready.:yesgray:

[Craig]

No loud horn on the new rig--no place to hide it.

An 8 lug Trooper? Now you're talking. Can't wait to see it.

I think there needs to be at least one run with ALL the VXs on it. They are rarities and damn fine vehicles besides. The opportunity to display as many of them as possible on the same trail should not be missed and should be photographed extensively. I suggest Hell's Revenge.

I wouldn't have thought 30 to 40 vehicles on a trail was doable, but having just come from Easter Jeep Safari, I can say it is.

[JoFotoz]

A BIG x2...



I think there needs to be at least one run with ALL the VXs on it. They are rarities and damn fine vehicles besides.
The opportunity to display as many of them as possible on the same trail should not be missed and should be photographed extensively. I suggest Hell's Revenge.

Just the 'WTF' value of 20 or so VX's convoying to a trail.....
.....makes it all worth while IMO.

Still makes me tingle after all these years :)


Jo

[Triathlete]

Wow, just watched a video from this years Easter Heep Safari of Steelbender...holy rock stacking batman! The wall had rocks stacked nearly half way up!

[Gizmo42]

My version of Glamping

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0268.jpg

That may change this year though. I'm thinking of getting a bungee cot. Especially since I'm still using my air mattress as my bed at home lol.

[nocturnalVX]

Just the 'WTF' value of 20 or so VX's convoying to a trail.....
.....makes it all worth while IMO.

Still makes me tingle after all these years :)


Jo

Yup... seeing all the VXes rolling around town, or gathered for a trail run is a HUGE thrill and one of the best parts about Moab in May.

[MSHardeman]

We're only two weeks out now (SUPER excited) so has anyone come up with a good Moab VX XV window sticker yet? Where's Kenny when you need him?

[Etfren]

I was starting to wonder about stickers as well since I haven't seen a thread for them yet.

[tysamigo]

OK, so I missed the boat on booking at Red Rock... obviously I'm still coming, but where is the next best place to get a spot? Since I won't be at Red Rock, I guess I would prefer something more upscale, BUT being closer to the crew is more important to me than the room I'm sleeping in.

What's the next best place I should try?

[tysamigo]

One of my co-workers was in Moab this past weekend and stayed at a place that could take the place of the Red Rocks if it ever came to that. It's called "glamping" and it looks like it would be a lot of fun. I wonder if they would give us a good rate if we rented out the whole thing.

http://www.moabundercanvas.com/index.html


I agree with Sue... very very nice... but a bit pricey. Very nice though..

[BigSwede]

Tons of choices...this one is walking distance from Red Rock
http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/US/UT/Moab-hotels/BEST-WESTERN-PLUS-Canyonlands-Inn/Hotel-Overview.do?propertyCode=45067

[Scott Harness]

OK, so I missed the boat on booking at Red Rock... obviously I'm still coming, but where is the next best place to get a spot? Since I won't be at Red Rock, I guess I would prefer something more upscale, BUT being closer to the crew is more important to me than the room I'm sleeping in.

What's the next best place I should try?

It looks like I'm going to miss this year,so my room at Red Rock should be available later this week...sucks...Room 108:mad::( ps unless I hit the lotto

[twalker920]

My buddy Joe can't come, so no RV for me. So now I need a place to stay. Same question as tysamigo....

Where should I stay? It'll be just me and my trusty steed.

[MSHardeman]

Scott, sucks that you aren't going to make it. Just won't be the same without you.....and Biscuit. Hope to see you again next year.

Tom and Ty, there are quite a few hotels/motels in Moab. The town really is t that big so you'll be close to the Red Rocks no matter where you bed down. Maybe try The Apache? http://www.apachemotelinmoab.com This location has been thrown around as a possible replacement for the Red Rocks if it ever closes. There's also the Best Western that Big Swede mentioned. There's a La Quinta in town and I stayed at a motel on the end of town my first year in Moab called The Silver Sage Inn. It ain't pretty, but it's cheap.

[tjh]

http://www.lazylizardhostel.com/groups.php Get a group together and rent an entire house.

[RickOKC]

I can't believe I'll be hitting the road in just over a week. Where did the time go - I feel so unprepared! Jay & I are trying to figure out if our schedules work out so we can caravan. It will kinda suck if that doesn't work out when our starting points are only 15-20 miles apart!

[tysamigo]

OK, so my room situation has been resolved. Someone in the group is not going and privately offered me their room. I currently can't say who it is since they want to be able to announce this themselves...but nontheless my room is resolved.

The room I have has been booked for longer than I will be at Moab.

I will be at Moab MONDAY , TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY...leaving thursday morning/afternoon (I think).

The remaining time... I'm not sure what will happen, but I will talk with the person who offered me the room and work it out...

Just wanted to update you guys...

I"M GETTING EXCITED!!!!!!

[VX KAT]

OK, so my room situation has been resolved. Someone in the group is not going and privately offered me their room. I currently can't say who it is since they want to be able to announce this themselves...but nontheless my room is resolved.

The room I have has been booked for longer than I will be at Moab.

I will be at Moab MONDAY , TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY...leaving thursday morning/afternoon (I think).

The remaining time... I'm not sure what will happen, but I will talk with the person who offered me the room and work it out...

Just wanted to update you guys...

I"M GETTING EXCITED!!!!!!

:laugho: Tyler made it sound way more mysterious than it really is....

Unfortunately it's me.....:(
I've waited and waited to see how the "mom drama" in my life was playing out.......and as of yesterday I finally know....I have to take care of several "mom" matters pertaining to selling her house that are date specific and that dang date pretty much overlaps with Moab :_brickwal

IF....IF I can swing it, I may be able to scoot out to Moab on Monday 5/11and stay for a night (maybe 2). It would be GREAT for my sanity to hang with the fam!!!
(Hey Ty, can we share those queen beds? :) )

Dave has to take care of our crew of furry children (and one scally one ! I got a baby beardie last month!! :laugho:) so we don't go broke on pet $itting.

So....my Red Rock reservation goes Sunday 5/11 through Friday night 5/16, checking out Sunday 5/17.

Tyler will be checking out Thursday 5/15.

That leaves SUNDAY NIGHT 5/11 AND THURSDAY 5/15 and FRIDAY 5/16 night available if someone needs/wants to take those reservations on room #124.

[ND92]

I canceled my reservation on wednesday on my way to the airport so they should have another room available. Wish I was able to make it and see everyone but a month in Italy was too good to pass up. See everyone next year!!!!

[twalker920]

I have been sick the last couple days and burned the time off I needed to use for Moab. That plus not having anyone to go with (yes I know I'll have all my VX friends once I get there) means I'm going to have to skip this year...which makes me sad. I'm going to be so far behind on work come Monday...sigh.

I hope you all have a really awesome amazing time, and post lots of photos when you can!

Scrape a trailing arm on something impressive for me.

[MSHardeman]

Dang it Tom and Sue. :( Going to miss y'all this year, but I guess you gotta do what you gotta do. We'll be sure to take lots of pictures (both on and off the trail) so you guys will feel like you're there.

[VX KAT]

Dang it Tom and Sue. :( Going to miss y'all this year, but I guess you gotta do what you gotta do. We'll be sure to take lots of pictures (both on and off the trail) so you guys will feel like you're there.

I'm still working on it, think I can make it Monday for a night, maybe 2!

[Gizmo42]

I have been sick the last couple days and burned the time off I needed to use for Moab.

Thats one thing I really like about my job. We get tons of personal time each year on top of vacation time. I hardly ever take time off other then vacations (18 days per year) but our personal time rolls over. I have around 1050 hrs built up.

[tysamigo]

I'm in trouble!!!

My tires won't make the trip, so I need a new set before SUNDAY!!!

I want to keep the stock rims, I drive like my VX is a sports car and I NEVER EVER take it off road. I would like to have something that looks "cool" to match everything else but at this point, Im not sure what will happen.

I'm still coming to Moab, but I really need help!!!

Can someone point me in the direction of a cool looking tire, something that will look right but that can hug corners???

PLEASE HELP!!

I'm still coming to Moab, no matter what...


I started a new thread for this, just so the Moab thread is not filled with replies...

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?threadid=25586

[JoFotoz]

Any and all of you coming to Moab...

....please check the Moab Stickers thread

Let me know if last ones I posted are OK.

Not much time for alterations now...HOPE YA LIKE THEM !

And can someone with the T-shirt shop please!!

Jo

[VXorado]

I got my event reminder last night... 5 Days until MOAB!!! :_beer: :dance:


As usual, I've found a nice list of things I still need to finish before Moab. Nothing too crazy but I'll be working on the VX everyday until Sunday. The goal is, NO WRENCHING on the Stoop this year. Yeah right. :rolleyes:

[AirAmigo]

I'm arriving 05/15/14, and checking out 05/21/14. We'll be staying at Riverside Oasis RV resort.

[VX KAT]

I'm going to be driving up Sunday 5/11

Anybody going to be driving anywhere near my route that day? CARAVAN ANYBODY???

Jay when you passing thru the 4 corners area?

[Jay Dunford]

Jay when you passing thru the 4 corners area?

I'll be heading out from OKC Friday evening to get a few hours in and then on into Moab Saturday.

[VX KAT]

Anybody going to Moab want my ENGINE BLANKET? FREE!!
It's not in too bad shape, has one small area where it appears critters chewed on it a bit. Think it has a few fasteners still in it.

LET ME KNOW - I'LL BRING IT!

[JAMAS]

Anybody going to Moab want my ENGINE BLANKET? FREE!!
It's not in too bad shape, has one small area where it appears critters chewed on it a bit. Think it has a few fasteners still in it.

LET ME KNOW - I'LL BRING IT!

yes

[tysamigo]

Still have lots to do to have the VX ready, but it will be ready no matter what. I've taken off work the next 2 days so I can finish it. In saying that... I was hoping someone could help me fix or diagnose a couple things while at Moab.

I was hoping someone could help me really fix my window problem. I've done the "washer/spacer" thing on the regulator bracket, but it's still not right and I just can't figure it out.

I was also hoping to drive a couple other people's VXs that so that I can "feel" how they drive compared to mine. I just have some questions about the suspension and a few other things... but hopefully there will be some help available.

I am bringing with me a box of parts (screws, grommets, fasteners, etc.) so if anyone wants to know what to get or what to use (part numbers, etc.) for any of the restoration stuff that I've done, I"ll have it all with me. I will be able to help with anything related to exterior/body and interior with NO problem, but I don't know squat mechanically about the VX.

:)

[bartmanS4]

I was also hoping to drive a couple other people's VXs that so that I can "feel" how they drive compared to mine. I just have some questions about the suspension and a few other things... but hopefully there will be some help available.

:)

Haha, you can drive mine but it is a completely different beast: 5 spd, HD torsion bars, rear locker, Lifted, and 33's it is not the same vehicle it was two years ago.

[JoFotoz]

Youre welcome to drive mine too.... :eek:

All ya need now is a stock one...and your bases are covered!

See ya there... :thumbup:

Jo

[tysamigo]

Oh yeah... and how did I forget this... a locksmith made a spare key for me (he's from another state and is not accessible now)...

The key is STUCK in the ignition. If anyone can bring the tools/etc. OR has the know how... it would be nice to get the key out. I would hate to leave the key in the VX and park it in Utah somewhere while I"m out with you guys onthe trails...

[VX crazy]

I'll be heading out from OKC Friday evening to get a few hours in and then on into Moab Saturday.

I will be drowning my sorrows in alcohol and whatever else.........

[Etfren]

Yeah, anyone that wants to try a 5-spd VX is also welcome to a go in mine. I tried out Mav's 5-spd swap when he was there last year and it was quite different to mine thanks to the shifter design.

Still a lot of wrenching to do on my VX before I leave on Sunday. Radiator needs to be installed, blower motor isn't working and my dash is all torn apart and roof rack and spare tire still needs to be installed. Got a busy day on Staurday!

[JAMAS]

Oh yeah... and how did I forget this... a locksmith made a spare key for me (he's from another state and is not accessible now)...

The key is STUCK in the ignition. If anyone can bring the tools/etc. OR has the know how... it would be nice to get the key out. I would hate to leave the key in the VX and park it in Utah somewhere while I"m out with you guys onthe trails...

is the key broken in the ignition, or just stuck?

[JoFotoz]

Final packing... CHECK
Final Loading... happening !

10 hours driving today...

...3 hours tomorrow.

:_steering


STOOP by noon ish Saturday.


:clap::jump::clap:


YAY... :thumbup:

Jo

[JAMAS]

Final packing... CHECK
Final Loading... happening !

10 hours driving today...

...3 hours tomorrow.

:_steering


STOOP by noon ish Saturday.


:clap::jump::clap:


YAY... :thumbup:

Jo

Ha.....13 hours of driving....I wish...

Heading out tomorrow for a total of 24 hours of driving.

Gonna try to get to my sister in Colorado tomorrow, then on to MOAB on Sunday.

Good luck to everyone driving.....Be Safe!

[MSHardeman]

BAH to both of y'all. I have a grueling, seemingly unending, three and a half hour drive on Sunday. :eek: I know, I know....don't hate.

Jamas, I don't know what your schedule is on Sunday, but there are a few VXers convoying over from Denver to Moab. I think that they are planning to leave around 10am (if not earlier) and will be picking me up in Glenwood Springs. Maybe PM Jon (VXorado) as I think he is organizing things.

[JoFotoz]

Looks like Sunday is "Sit on stoop and watch the VX's roll in " day.

Oh very well..if I must :_beer:

I'm outta here :_steering

See ya all there :dance:

Jo

[MSHardeman]

Sounds like the best kind of Saturday to me.

Can't wait to see old friends and new faces. :thumbup:

[JAMAS]

Jamas, I don't know what your schedule is on Sunday, but there are a few VXers convoying over from Denver to Moab. I think that they are planning to leave around 10am (if not earlier) and will be picking me up in Glenwood Springs. Maybe PM Jon (VXorado) as I think he is organizing things.

That would fit real nicely with my schedule. Tell me when and where. I will be there to Convoy in.

I'll pm VXorado

[bartmanS4]

The plan right now is to meet at 10:00 Sunday morning at the Wooly Mammoth parking lot at the junction of I-70 and hwy 93 exit.

Wooly Mammoth Parking Lot (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Wooly+Mammoth+Parking+Lot/@39.699213,-105.2052501,17z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x876b835a94f72cd9:0x25cf806d7fd8e 89a)

[JAMAS]

The plan right now is to meet at 10:00 Sunday morning at the Wooly Mammoth parking lot at the junction of I-70 and hwy 93 exit.

Wooly Mammoth Parking Lot (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Wooly+Mammoth+Parking+Lot/@39.699213,-105.2052501,17z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x876b835a94f72cd9:0x25cf806d7fd8e 89a)

We'll definitely be there so please wait for us. Its only about 30 minutes away from where we are staying


and its actually on the way.

[VXorado]

We'll definitely be there so please wait for us. Its only about 30 minutes away from where we are staying


and its actually on the way.

Glad to have you join the convoy!!!

:dance:

[bartmanS4]

WooHoo! Looks like we have a winter storm warning Sunday. Up to a couple of feet in the mountains, should make for a fun convoy out of Colorado.

[Donner]

16 hours 35 min to departure!!!! See ya there!

[Mile High VX]

Major winter storm is predicted for CO tonight and tomorrow.

10 - 20 inches of snow in the mountains and up to 8 inches in the Denver metro area.

Driving from Denver to Moab on Sunday could be very slow and dangerous.

You guys and gals drive safe and make good choices...:)

[VX KAT]

FOR SALE
I'm bringing ONE OEM COMPLETE CROSS BAR set up (reconditioned, and including 2 towers, metals brackets and s.s. bolts) to save shipping costs.
Somebody wanted it but never came through for months so selling it now.

Would prefer to sell as set, but may sell parts. :thumbup:

Let me know if anybody's interested. $120

[VX KAT]

MOAB....... here I come!
T minus 5, 4, 3, 2 .......1 .....I'm GONE!! :clap::clap:

:_beer::_beer:

:group:

[Y33TREKker]

Safe travels everyone.

[ZEUS]

I am snowed-in in Wyoming today. Road closure miles and miles away. Pretty aggravating since the roads are not that bad where I am right now but after tonight they are going to be horrible! I anticipate further road closures throughout the evening and early morning. Lovely. Be safe folks!

[Mile High VX]

Yep...I-25 and I-70 closed all over CO.

[bartmanS4]

We got through before any closure. VXorado, Jamas, MSHardman, and myself got into Moab around 6:30p.

[WillyLin]

MOAB!!! I AM COMING!!!

not gonna be much 4wheelin but skydive,,, got a room at stoop on saturday and sunday nights. leave monday early morning. see yall saturday night at stoop

[CatFish]

I am sad I missed going this year I have been too busy at work to even check the forum lately. I am going to plan to go next year. I am wondering why the event is held Monday through Friday and not Thursday through Sunday or something so people do not have to take 5-7 days off work to go? too bad today is the last day or I might have driven up tonight after work for the weekend. I will just have to check out all your cool pictures and stories about the trip.

[JoFotoz]

Monday through Friday works for those that drive two days to get here..
...giving them travel time either end :)

Many do stay over the sat/sun at the end of the week...
...there are 6 or 7 VX's / troopers and Amigos etc here now,
doing runs today.

Jo

[RickOKC]

Woo hoo! Made it home safe!

[AirAmigo]

Friday-Elephant Hill was fun.
Saturday-Hells Revenge was fun.
Today-I'm doing some sightseeing
Monday-Dome Plat
Tuesday-Golden Spike/Gold Bar Rim reverse
Wednesday-Poison Spider Mesa, then I leave for home.

[VXorado]

Tuesday-Golden Spike/Gold Bar Rim reverse


That should be fun!!! Next year we should run the full trail, Gold Bar-Golden Spike-Poison Mesa in Reverse. There's a few sections that would be quite difficult.