California Aug 12-21

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

Thinking I may go down to California to run some trails (some subset of things like Rubicon, Dusy, Fordyce, Swamp Lake, etc., pretty open to options).

Anyone interested? I know it's a ways out but just seeing if there's interest.

Nate.Hamm · **Posted:** Sat Jan 07, 2017 9:13 am

I have wanted to do the rubicon trail. Im sure I can get that time off also.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

Nate.Hamm wrote:

I have wanted to do the rubicon trail. Im sure I can get that time off also.

Great, let's do it! Pending there's no major issue with the Jeep at the time, I'm in for sure.

Nate.Hamm · **Posted:** Mon Jan 09, 2017 8:46 pm

Now we need to find another 2-3 people and it should be a good time.

2xtreme · **Posted:** Tue Jan 10, 2017 9:29 am

some subset of things like Rubicon, Dusy, Fordyce, Swamp Lake, etc., pretty open to options

I would love to go back down but can't see that happening with my current plans.
Can I recommend Barrett Lake if you haven't put it on your list? In my experience it is the most consistent technical trail I have been on down in the area plus a great lake to camp at and a short hike out to a plane wreck that is well worth the effort.

I am not familiar personally with Dusy or Swamp Lake so I can't compare to them but am familiar with the Rubicon and Fordyce in comparison.

Have a great trip!

gtxracer · **Posted:** Thu Feb 09, 2017 5:18 pm

I don't think I've met any of you guys yet, but might be able to head down if the invite is still open. We missed KOH this year and never been to the Rubicon.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

gtxracer wrote:

I don't think I've met any of you guys yet, but might be able to head down if the invite is still open. We missed KOH this year and never been to the Rubicon.

Yes, you can definitely come.

Nate.Hamm · **Posted:** Sun Mar 05, 2017 3:04 pm

We gotta do this!

Digger 5 · **Joined:** Fri Aug 04, 2006 9:08 am **Posts:** 2996

It will be far too early on July 4th to do the Dusy or Fordyce. Too much snow. Even the Rubicon could be snowed in this year.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

That's a good point on snow. I'm no longer locked into that week, changing jobs so I'll just be taking time off regardless of when it is. I'd be fine to push it to August.

Interested people were Nate and gtxracer, any week in particular good for both of you?

John90XJ · **Posted:** Mon Mar 06, 2017 8:21 am

The Tahoe ski resorts are all around 45-50 feet of cumulative snow this year with standing totals of 20 feet or so. As Scott mentioned, it will likely be there deep into what we call summer. Keep in mind that the Rubicon is at 6500 feet of elevation and others go higher yet.

gtxracer · **Posted:** Mon Mar 06, 2017 5:14 pm

I'm not tied to any particular week but it sounds like it will be under snow

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

We can wait a bit longer but I'll need to commit to a time at some point. I'd say we plan on mid-August (12th-20th), there'll probably be things down there worth running, and if not we can go somewhere else in the huge country filled with great wheeling opportunities!

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

Got Aug 12-21 off work, going to head down there. Anyone else in? Would like to get some people fairly committed to going!

Nate.Hamm · **Posted:** Mon May 22, 2017 6:21 am

August might be better for me also. I really would like to do the rubicon trail.

gtxracer · **Posted:** Mon May 22, 2017 7:50 am

Will it be open? No problems at the passes or snow banks?

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

gtxracer wrote:

Will it be open? No problems at the passes or snow banks?

I'd be extremely surprised if Rubicon isn't melted out by then along with the majority of other trails in California, if it is the destination will change to something that is open (actually doesn't even have to be Rubicon trail as far as I'm concerned, just want to go do some California trails)

BIGSTUCK · **Posted:** Mon May 22, 2017 3:40 pm

snow wrote:

gtxracer wrote:

Will it be open? No problems at the passes or snow banks?

I'd be extremely surprised if Rubicon isn't melted out by then along with the majority of other trails in California, if it is the destination will change to something that is open (actually doesn't even have to be Rubicon trail as far as I'm concerned, just want to go do some California trails)

Ill let you know mid July. I have a trip planned with some buddies around then. I would be skeptical of the Fordyce though. With the snow melting I'm wondering how much water they will be letting out.

gtxracer · **Posted:** Mon May 22, 2017 3:45 pm

snow wrote:

gtxracer wrote:

Will it be open? No problems at the passes or snow banks?

I'd be extremely surprised if Rubicon isn't melted out by then along with the majority of other trails in California, if it is the destination will change to something that is open (actually doesn't even have to be Rubicon trail as far as I'm concerned, just want to go do some California trails)

I'm about 80% committed at this point. Been wanting to go to the rubicon for a long time.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

Great, glad to see a few people interested!

BIGSTUCK wrote:

Ill let you know mid July. I have a trip planned with some buddies around then. I would be skeptical of the Fordyce though. With the snow melting I'm wondering how much water they will be letting out.

I agree Fordyce seems unlikely. And I'd only do that one if they drop water levels real low, not at all interested in risky water crossings.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

Happening in a month, who's in for sure?

I hear the Rubicon is essentially snow free already and plenty of people are making it through. I'm sure other trails will be clear too.

gtxracer · **Posted:** Mon Jul 10, 2017 7:42 pm

Been watching the rigs go across and water levels are comically high :roflmao:

Depending on what happens in the next few weeks determines if I can get away from work. ISO inspection so if it goes well I'll have the time off.

poester · **Posted:** Sun Aug 06, 2017 12:26 pm

New here. I'm Bill From Oak Harbor WA, I got my 96 XJ in March. I've taken it out to check its capabilities through Walker Valley, All through Manastash, The mud pit near Darrington and lots of off the grid spots. it has handled well and have spare parts in toe. I don't have any wheeling buddies. I mostly just hook up with strangers when i get on trails.
Anyway, Me and my son decided we are doing the Rubicon and it would be wise to find some trail buddies. This was the first place I looked. If you still going? we are for sure and would appreciate it.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

poester wrote:

New here. I'm Bill From Oak Harbor WA, I got my 96 XJ in March. I've taken it out to check its capabilities through Walker Valley, All through Manastash, The mud pit near Darrington and lots of off the grid spots. it has handled well and have spare parts in toe. I don't have any wheeling buddies. I mostly just hook up with strangers when i get on trails.
Anyway, Me and my son decided we are doing the Rubicon and it would be wise to find some trail buddies. This was the first place I looked. If you still going? we are for sure and would appreciate it.

How is your XJ setup (tires/axles/lockers etc.)?

I'm meeting up with at least one person to run part of the Rubicon on Monday (Lake Tahoe side hopefully to Buck Island Lake, and then back out same day). We'll be moving pretty fast.

Unconfirmed at this point but hopefully meeting someone to run Fordyce later in the week.

poester · **Posted:** Mon Aug 07, 2017 7:59 am

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poester · **Posted:** Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:14 am

I am planning on 2-4 days on the Rubicon then whatever trails on the way up. I have no time limit. Reno 4X4 is going out next month. I am going to try and hook up with them. I go out weekly in WA, all year round exploring old fire / logging roads I have rediscovered some awesome places and am always open to road trips in & out of WA, so keep me in mind. I am retired navy and am just screwing off for a couple years.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

poester wrote:

I am planning on 2-4 days on the Rubicon then whatever trails on the way up. I have no time limit. Reno 4X4 is going out next month. I am going to try and hook up with them. I go out weekly in WA, all year round exploring old fire / logging roads I have rediscovered some awesome places and am always open to road trips in & out of WA, so keep me in mind. I am retired navy and am just screwing off for a couple years.

Ok, it doesn't look like I'll be doing a multi-day Rubicon Trail this trip due to the plans I've already setup, so if you're set on that enjoy!

gtxracer · **Posted:** Mon Aug 07, 2017 5:19 pm

Looks like I'm out for this trip, I'm currently selling my tow rig and camping setup. If someone happens to be hauling a double-rig trailer, maybe I can tag along and split the fuel bill.

Bucket list is gonna have this one on it for another year I think.

snow · **Joined:** Sun Nov 30, 2014 7:38 pm **Posts:** 246

gtxracer wrote:

Looks like I'm out for this trip, I'm currently selling my tow rig and camping setup. If someone happens to be hauling a double-rig trailer, maybe I can tag along and split the fuel bill.

Bucket list is gonna have this one on it for another year I think.

Sorry to hear that. As of right now everyone else I'm meeting lives down there, and I'm just driving the Jeep so no trailer space is expected.

Jeepmonger · **Posted:** Tue Aug 08, 2017 7:17 am

poester wrote:

New here. I'm Bill From Oak Harbor WA, I got my 96 XJ in March. I've taken it out to check its capabilities through Walker Valley, All through Manastash, The mud pit near Darrington and lots of off the grid spots. it has handled well and have spare parts in toe. I don't have any wheeling buddies. I mostly just hook up with strangers when i get on trails.
Anyway, Me and my son decided we are doing the Rubicon and it would be wise to find some trail buddies. This was the first place I looked. If you still going? we are for sure and would appreciate it.

Hey Bill we are heading down labor day week if you want to come with us? :cheers:

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