4:20 pm
Club President
April 2, 2003
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It looks like I'll be finally able to hit the Rubicon for a day trip - Though its very late in the year. November 12th is the date to mark.
This run will be weather dependent, and I'll have one built JKU, but a first-timer with me. I'm willing to have a couple of built/experienced jeeps come along if there's interest. This is a single day trip, on the trail at about 9-930 and off before 5PM. We will see if the weather holds, but if it does it will be a great way to close out the season. I'll have an open seat as well.
Let me know!
6:12 pm
Club Member
February 26, 2014
Offline I'm in for a day trip
9:35 pm
Club Member
January 19, 2011
Offline Hi Brad,
I would like to join you for this if possible. I need to fix my engine skid plate first. I should be able to get this done before Nov 12.
Semper Fi
9:15 am
October 9, 2014
Offline I would LOVE to go. I'm just not sure if I'm experienced enough or if my xj meets the definition of built. Let me know what you think. I respect your opinions.
FNG
3:48 pm
Club Member
September 3, 2008
Offline This is a day trip through the rubicon correct? The whole trail. So for those interested, keep that in mind.
Brad, I might be interested in your open seat. If you'll have me again...
Um...what?
7:46 pm
Club President
April 2, 2003
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Thank you for the clarification Greg. This is a single day trip, all the way across the Rubicon. 20 miles of off road driving in under 8 hours.
If this is your first time on the trail, it is best to start with the "loop" run our club does. Since this run is fulfill a promise I made to a friend back in Spring, it will be his call how he wants to run the trail.
Josh has done the day run with me before so I'll ask him to try and respond back with some insight.
Yes, Greg you are welcome to my seat!
8:45 pm
Club Member
September 3, 2008
Offline I'll check with work and confirm tomorrow Brad, thanks!!
Um...what?
12:59 pm
October 9, 2014
Offline I understand. I'll wait until the loop run or whatever else comes up. It'll give me time to make more improvements on my rig. I've got some goodies coming soon.
FNG
4:13 pm
August 28, 2011
Offline Hey Brad
dont know if you remember me or not (yellow TJ)
if Greg bails on spare seat i wouldnt mind taking it
please keep me informed
7:25 pm
Club Member
September 3, 2008
Offline Justin S. said
I understand. I'll wait until the loop run or whatever else comes up. It'll give me time to make more improvements on my rig. I've got some goodies coming soon.
Sounds like Christmas may come early?!! Can't wait to see what you do next!
Um...what?
9:38 pm
October 9, 2014
Offline Right now nothing major. I bought some T-case armor now that I see how easy it is to hit it. I also picked up a beefier anti-sway bar to see if I can improve road manners. Thanks for the pics! I had a great time on the Strawberry maintenance run. Great people, great country up there and a good mix of work and play.
FNG
11:53 am
Club Member
September 3, 2008
Offline Justin S. said
Right now nothing major. I bought some T-case armor now that I see how easy it is to hit it. I also picked up a beefier anti-sway bar to see if I can improve road manners. Thanks for the pics! I had a great time on the Strawberry maintenance run. Great people, great country up there and a good mix of work and play.
Awesome!! Thanks for coming and supporting the club and trail!! I'm always amazed at the amount of people willing to help out!! Thanks!
Um...what?
5:16 pm
Club Member
January 19, 2011
Offline BKGM Jeepers said
Josh has done the day run with me before so I'll ask him to try and respond back with some insight.
Hello,
A day run across the Rubicon! Awesome! 
Ok my thoughts. First I don't claim to be an expert. Nothing can compensate for a good driver who can read the trail and knows his / her rig.
For a day run across the Rubicon a built rig can help in both the abuse a day trip can dish out and compensate for the speed of the run. While the speed is not fast compared to some trails. Being able to navigate over, through or around obstacles is needed, simply sliding over the top of them because of a good lift or a skid plate is a plus as well. All of these things allow for a faster pace on the trail. You are only as strong as your weakest link. A rig that can't traverse an obstacle can hold up a group of rigs on the trail for some time. As a club we never leave someone on the trail. This and the need to get of the trail by dark for a day Rubicon trip needs to be balanced.
Things that help to make a Rubicon day trip successful are: A confident driver, a good lift 4" +, 35" tires or larger, winch, body protection and a well maintained rig. My two cents!
Semper Fi
7:09 pm
Club President
April 2, 2003
Offline I think the biggest suggestion I'd have s realizing you won't have much spotting on this run. You'll be driving on your own, following the rig in front of you.
12:12 am
October 9, 2014
Offline Copy all. Thanks for the explanations. I look forward to the next one.
FNG
10:04 pm
Club President
April 2, 2003
Offline Gilbert &
[b]Gilbert & Betty said
I'm in for a day trip
hi guys. I haven't been across the rubicon with you before. Have you run across the trail previously?
11:29 am
Club Member
February 26, 2014
Offline No not all the way across it, we only got as far as walker hill. I'm thinking my jeep is not quiet ready for the task. What do you think? We may have to wait for another time.
9:06 pm
Club President
April 2, 2003
Offline Look for the loop trip we will set up. Then you'll be able determine a pace your comfortable with.
9:26 pm
Club Member
February 26, 2014
Offline Sounds good looking forward to loop run thanks
10:07 pm
I might be up for this run if I can get the day off (don't think it'll be an issue). If so, I may have an extra seat or 2. I should no in a day or so.
6:34 pm
Club President
April 2, 2003
Offline Ok guys. Because of the recent snow, im going to change the run to a loop run up there. That way we won't face the ice on Cadillac.
Josh, are you still ok with the change? I'll post details in a few days.
6:48 pm
Club Member
June 4, 2012
Offline Would this loop be Loon lake to Wentworth Springs?
I'm on vacation that week I'm thinking just might go with you.
If I can't build it, then it's something that should be bought.
6:59 pm
Club President
April 2, 2003
Offline Yes, it will be.
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