Originally Posted by
JoFotoz
Elephant Hill is a bit of a trek......
jo
Ive actually never done elephant hill, i just know that it was Todd's favorite trail to lead and I thought it would both be a good ode to him as well as a great trail for the beginners.
Originally Posted by
Triathlete
Jack, I think for a group as large as the VX run, Elephant Hill would be a loooooooooooooonnnnnnnnngggggg day.
Ya, I dont really have any reference for elephant hill, so if someone who has done it will chime in, we can then make an educated decision.
Originally Posted by
Triathlete
As far as views...it is safe to say, pick any trail, stop anywhere on chosen trail, look in any direction you choose on said chosen trail and the scenery will be AWESOME!!!!!!
Couldnt agree more Billy 
Originally Posted by
MSHardeman
Just about any of the trails that Jack suggested can be run, scratch free, in a stock VX. Just take your time.
That was kinda the idea with the trails that I mentioned, except maybe klondike bluffs. Its an amazing trail, but might be better run with a small group of guys and gals who dont mind a pin stripe or two.
Ill definately be running it this year, anyone who wants is welcome to join me.
Originally Posted by
Dumke
Also if anyone knows how to get to said trails include that as well. In 2010 I do remember a certain person (not naming names)taking us to Posion Spider instead of Steel Bender.. HAHA man I cant wait, Moab is right around the corner.
Why do you have to drive over me with the bus all the time Burt? Always playing bus driver, arent you?
Ill be happy to let someone else lead if they like, i just thought i would help the group figure out which trail they would like to do....
Originally Posted by
VX KAT
1) Jack and everybody...why don't you give a ROUGH estimate of time including to/fromfor each of the 5 you listed (say we have 15 VXs or something like that).
I can try, but its hard to tell because it really depends on how 'gun shy' the new comers are.
Klondike bluffs- 22 miles from town, so its a drive to and from the trail, probably 8 hours round trip
Elephant hill- also about 70-ish miles from town each way, so it would definately be a long trip as well. probably like 10 hours, maybe not the best 'first day' for newcomers.
Gold bar rim- only about 2 miles from town on paved roads, probably around 5-7 hours for the whole trip, this may be the best pick for the group. Fairly easy trail with lots of optional stuff for the bigger guys to play on and the newcomers to watch, plus it has an amazing view to eat lunch at. The only downfall is that this trail has one obstacle that cannot be bypassed and you will make contact with your front lower cladding and rear gas tank skid. (see below for pics)
Fins and Things- only a couple miles from town, but requires everyone to buy a park pass to get to the trail head. The great thing about this trail is that everything on it is easily do-able with a VX, Sue, you can attest to the ease of this trail. The other great thing about this trail for a large group is that there are multiple spots that you can exit the trail if anyone is done for the day. Plus, like billy said, it gives you access to the park for a couple of days, so anyone who wants to run hells revenge, porcupine rim or just plainly see the park, now has access. Also, a very good option for a large group, including advanced or beginners. This trail can vary from 3-7 hours.
Top of the World- The great thing about this trail is that it has the best view i've seen in moab, plus we know that we can get 20+ VX's up it. The only downfall to this one is that it is a long trail, and it really doesnt have any difficult obstacles for the more advanced guys of the group. However, it is a good break in for first timers, and the more advanced guys of the group can always run rose garden afterward. (with a VERY small group this time, 33"+ tires ONLY)
Gold bar rim-
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