We'd like to meet and wheel with you all!

4WD Toyota Owner Magazine · 06-06-08, 10:06 PM

Editor Darby Darrow will be in British Columbia throughout July and we'd love to have him get together with some of you and perhaps go wheeling, shoot some photos, and do a piece on BC 4x4 action. Darby owns a 1973 FJ40 although he will not have it with him as he is with his wife and kids; he hails from San Diego.

An overnight or simply a day trip out somewhere would be great, please email me or PM me if you think this can work. Or, simply post up here. Thank you!

Cheers,

d0ubledown · 06-06-08, 10:26 PM

perfect timing...cruiser days is in july. maybe you can get a nice even write up of it?

im sure there will be a day trip following. im planning on being there...

otherwise, im up for a day trip or overnighter...as long as its not canada day weekend as i'll be at whipsaw...or july 12/13th as i'll be in nelson for wifey's reunion...midweek can work too!

im sure someone (not me) can plan something that he and his family can enjoy. how old are the kids? i usually bring mine, as long as there are other yoots coming along as well...

BC_FJC · 06-07-08, 12:44 AM

I'm sure we can put something together. Cruiser Days is July 19th and we normaly have a camp out and a trail run the following day.

Darby Darrow · 06-07-08, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by BC_FJC

I'm sure we can put something together. Cruiser Days is July 19th and we normaly have a camp out and a trail run the following day.

Oh is that right, eh? Sorry I had to throw that out, but my wife and kids are Canadians!

Unfortunately we have another important event to attend in Washington on the 19th.

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Originally Posted by d0ubledown

im sure someone (not me) can plan something that he and his family can enjoy. how old are the kids? i usually bring mine, as long as there are other yoots coming along as well...

My boys are 12 and 14.

We will be in the area from mid July to mid August, but already have some commitments in Washington. The majority of the time will be spent in Vancouver, Deep Cove, Coquitlam and Alouette Lake area.

I will keep an eye on this thread and see what we can figure out. We are looking forward to hooking up with you.

4WD Toyota Owner Magazine · 06-07-08, 01:16 PM

Cool! Glad this is coming together, wish I could be there but I am getting married on July 19!

Enigma · 06-07-08, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 4WD Toyota Owner Magazine

Cool! Glad this is coming together, wish I could be there but I am getting married on July 19!

Well what better place than to get married at a Toyota event! I'm sure if you mentioned this to the missus-to-be, she'd give it a thumbs up

brownbear · 06-07-08, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 4WD Toyota Owner Magazine

Cool! Glad this is coming together, wish I could be there but I am getting married on July 19!

ah so there is the commitment in Washington Darby is referring too.....

prado t · 06-08-08, 05:26 PM

If you guys arent available during our Cruiser Days July 19 then I am sure a few of us can get together any time after. I am off work until September so I am always available . We have a boy that is 7 and lives and breathes $wheeling

Fantom · 06-09-08, 12:15 AM

There are many places that are not too far from Vancouver that offer some good trails, what dates are you available for, how much time would you have for the trip? Is there anything specific you wanted to see, a certain area perhaps? We can arrange a trip almost any time and I am sure that there would be several members interested to join the trip. I would be more then willing to take a couple days off work for this.

Darby Darrow · 06-09-08, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Fantom

There are many places that are not too far from Vancouver that offer some good trails, what dates are you available for, how much time would you have for the trip? Is there anything specific you wanted to see, a certain area perhaps? We can arrange a trip almost any time and I am sure that there would be several members interested to join the trip. I would be more then willing to take a couple days off work for this.

We will be north of the border from the 20th of July until the 6th of August. During that time we are planning on camping at Alouette Lake from 7/27 until 7/30.

Other than that we don't have any definite plans.

We would be up for a day trip or an over nighter. We have no areas in particular that we need to see, but scenic would be good, in fact Dave insists on scenic! But then again you guys have no shortage of scenic! If you guys have some possible dates let's post them here and I will confirm once we leave So Cal in case there are any changes. Looking forward to meeting you guys!

canucksafari · 06-09-08, 09:59 AM

Cheam would be a scenic day trip. Add some snow and you get some adventure to boot. I'd be up for it. I will have most of the summer off except for the long "to do" list for the house.

BC40 · 06-09-08, 10:20 AM

I should have the 40 running by then. Always up for camping or a day trip.
The club does a run on BC day long weekend (August 4 this year), usually the Whipsaw trail.

Vanny · 06-09-08, 11:34 PM

My wife and I really enjoyed the overnight trip after Cruiser Days 07. Correct me if I am wrong, but I think we ended up over Margaret Pass.

Fantom · 06-10-08, 11:55 PM

I remember that trip, and so do many others, it was a good run, and would be worth doing again. Maybe this time we could crash for the night at Sunrise Lake, and if we go on a regular weekend the chances of having people up there might be smaller. I am also curious to find out how those washouts we went through are looking now after the winter.

Enigma · 06-11-08, 08:43 AM

I'm not sure where, but that route is closed due to the landslide that happened up there.

BC40 · 06-11-08, 11:43 AM

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I'm not sure where, but that route is closed due to the landslide that happened up there.

The Chehalis/Norrish area won't be accessible for a while. There's a gate on Mystery Creek from Harrison L. There's the landslide. There's a gate on Chehalis FSR. Norrish FSR will be gated until at least mid July, possibly longer (two bridge replacements). They may keep it closed while logging.

Fantom · 06-11-08, 08:18 PM

That's just plain mean. Maybe we can get in touch with some of our Squamish friends and do a trip in their neighbourhood. Still close enough and we don't go into that area nearly enough.

Darby Darrow · 06-27-08, 02:20 PM

Day trip or overnighter is all good! How does it look for either 7/26, 7/27, 8/2 or 8/3? Those are weekends but since we will be on holiday, weekdays work for us, just thinking that somebody is probably working Monday through Friday!

BC_FJC · 06-27-08, 04:19 PM

I currently don't have anything booked into eather of those weekends.

tjflex · 06-27-08, 05:31 PM

Aug 2 & 3 are the August long weekend. We will be heading to the Wipsaw Trail that weekend. Are you interested in going? It is a 4 hour drive from Vancouver to base-camp at Lodestone Lake, going through Princeton and Coalmont. Quite a few of the club members will be there.

Fantom · 06-27-08, 11:16 PM

We got a bit sidetracked with this weekend's trip and what was going on. If you are interested in Whipsaw it is a nice trip, there are 2 ways into it and it's easy enough to get out of there in case you have to leave earlier. If that does not work we can do some more local stuff like East Harrison trails.

Darby Darrow · 06-28-08, 12:04 AM

In any event we will need something that is accessible by a non trail rated rental car, or need to bum a ride with someone. How far is Whipsaw from Vancouver?

tjflex · 06-28-08, 01:01 AM

4 to 4.5 hrs to lodestone lake. It is at the east end of the trail. It is only 20 min of gravel with a few minor rough spots to the lake. This is the back way. Some of us go to the lake, basecamp, and wheel from there.

Fantom · 06-28-08, 01:13 AM

Just make sure you get the full insurance on the rental.
Craig, not sleeping yet? Do you ever?

Darby Darrow · 07-27-08, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by tjflex

Aug 2 & 3 are the August long weekend. We will be heading to the Wipsaw Trail that weekend.

As it turns out now I will be down in Seattle at this time filling in for a friend on a ropes course. I appreciate the offer but will be unable to attend.

Fantom · 07-28-08, 12:29 AM

Any other openings? we could do just a day trip somewhere close by.

Darby Darrow · 07-28-08, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Fantom

Any other openings? we could do just a day trip somewhere close by.

We will be camping at Alouette from Monday until Friday or Saturday. The only possible opening would be Sunday 3 Aug. I will be off the grid until Fri or Sat, but will check back then.

Thanks for asking.

06-06-08, 10:06 PM	#1
4WD Toyota Owner Magazine Subscribe today! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 973	We'd like to meet and wheel with you all! Editor Darby Darrow will be in British Columbia throughout July and we'd love to have him get together with some of you and perhaps go wheeling, shoot some photos, and do a piece on BC 4x4 action. Darby owns a 1973 FJ40 although he will not have it with him as he is with his wife and kids; he hails from San Diego. An overnight or simply a day trip out somewhere would be great, please email me or PM me if you think this can work. Or, simply post up here. Thank you! Cheers, __________________ David Zartman Publisher 4WD Toyota Owner Magazine http://www.4wdtoyotaowner.com 1995 FZJ80, 1970 FJ40, 1999 Tacoma, 1979 FJ40, 1986 4Runner, 1973 FJ40, 2000 4Runner, 1984 hardcore buggy, 2007 FJ Cruiser Baja racer

06-06-08, 10:26 PM	#2
d0ubledown IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: vansterdam, BC Posts: 337	perfect timing...cruiser days is in july. maybe you can get a nice even write up of it? im sure there will be a day trip following. im planning on being there... otherwise, im up for a day trip or overnighter...as long as its not canada day weekend as i'll be at whipsaw...or july 12/13th as i'll be in nelson for wifey's reunion...midweek can work too! im sure someone (not me) can plan something that he and his family can enjoy. how old are the kids? i usually bring mine, as long as there are other yoots coming along as well... __________________ sonny 1998 4RunnerBUILT. WHEELED. SOLD new ride: 1997 FZJ80

06-07-08, 12:44 AM	#3
BC_FJC IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC TLCA# 16085 Posts: 684	I'm sure we can put something together. Cruiser Days is July 19th and we normaly have a camp out and a trail run the following day. __________________ Drew '07 Voodoo Blue FJ Crusier with a few upgrades Photos

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4WD Toyota Owner Magazine Subscribe today! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 973	Cool! Glad this is coming together, wish I could be there but I am getting married on July 19! __________________ David Zartman Publisher 4WD Toyota Owner Magazine http://www.4wdtoyotaowner.com 1995 FZJ80, 1970 FJ40, 1999 Tacoma, 1979 FJ40, 1986 4Runner, 1973 FJ40, 2000 4Runner, 1984 hardcore buggy, 2007 FJ Cruiser Baja racer

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Fantom I'm Polish-don't taser me Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Port Coquitlam TLCA# 16277 Posts: 1,148	There are many places that are not too far from Vancouver that offer some good trails, what dates are you available for, how much time would you have for the trip? Is there anything specific you wanted to see, a certain area perhaps? We can arrange a trip almost any time and I am sure that there would be several members interested to join the trip. I would be more then willing to take a couple days off work for this. __________________ Mat R. '84 BJ-60 with some goodies, found a new body - soon to start a new creation. PICS or you can see them the old fashioned way here "Idiot proof will not stop a determined idiot"

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canucksafari IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Abby Posts: 2,246	Cheam would be a scenic day trip. Add some snow and you get some adventure to boot. I'd be up for it. I will have most of the summer off except for the long "to do" list for the house. __________________ John G. 姉 Join the Import Vehicle Owners Association of Canada: Fight for what is right

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BC40 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chilliwack, BC Posts: 227	I should have the 40 running by then. Always up for camping or a day trip. The club does a run on BC day long weekend (August 4 this year), usually the Whipsaw trail. __________________ Martin S '66 FJ40, '71 FJ40, '74 FJ40, '84 BJ60....

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Vanny IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ladner, BC, Canada TLCA# 16062 Posts: 190	My wife and I really enjoyed the overnight trip after Cruiser Days 07. Correct me if I am wrong, but I think we ended up over Margaret Pass. __________________ Greg van Tol 1985 BJ 60, 2.5" Belton lift, 33X10.5 BFG A/T, 4:56 gears, H55f T&T, ARB Bar, Safari Snorkel, Hella 500 lights, CB w/t Larsen antenna, solid frame. 1994 FJ80, 285X75 BFG A/T, Longfields http://www.showmethemoney.ca/vannys

06-10-08, 11:55 PM	#14
Fantom I'm Polish-don't taser me Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Port Coquitlam TLCA# 16277 Posts: 1,148	I remember that trip, and so do many others, it was a good run, and would be worth doing again. Maybe this time we could crash for the night at Sunrise Lake, and if we go on a regular weekend the chances of having people up there might be smaller. I am also curious to find out how those washouts we went through are looking now after the winter. __________________ Mat R. '84 BJ-60 with some goodies, found a new body - soon to start a new creation. PICS or you can see them the old fashioned way here "Idiot proof will not stop a determined idiot"

06-11-08, 08:43 AM	#15
Enigma IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Pitt Meadows,BC Posts: 1,747	I'm not sure where, but that route is closed due to the landslide that happened up there. __________________ Jeff Steiger - Coastal Cruisers - TLCA #8042 '90 hdj81, '74 fj40, '82 fj45, '71 fj55 Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/42257364@N00/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/43438944@N00/

06-11-08, 08:18 PM	#17
Fantom I'm Polish-don't taser me Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Port Coquitlam TLCA# 16277 Posts: 1,148	That's just plain mean. Maybe we can get in touch with some of our Squamish friends and do a trip in their neighbourhood. Still close enough and we don't go into that area nearly enough. __________________ Mat R. '84 BJ-60 with some goodies, found a new body - soon to start a new creation. PICS or you can see them the old fashioned way here "Idiot proof will not stop a determined idiot"

06-27-08, 02:20 PM	#18
Darby Darrow dldarrow Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: San Diego TLCA# 18189 Posts: 61	Day trip or overnighter is all good! How does it look for either 7/26, 7/27, 8/2 or 8/3? Those are weekends but since we will be on holiday, weekdays work for us, just thinking that somebody is probably working Monday through Friday! __________________ 1973 FJ 40 4x4 Labs High Steer/Power Steering/Front Disc Brakes/SOA/Redline Tube Doors

06-27-08, 04:19 PM	#19
BC_FJC IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC TLCA# 16085 Posts: 684	I currently don't have anything booked into eather of those weekends. __________________ Drew '07 Voodoo Blue FJ Crusier with a few upgrades Photos

06-27-08, 05:31 PM	#20
tjflex IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Coquitlam, BC Posts: 223	Aug 2 & 3 are the August long weekend. We will be heading to the Wipsaw Trail that weekend. Are you interested in going? It is a 4 hour drive from Vancouver to base-camp at Lodestone Lake, going through Princeton and Coalmont. Quite a few of the club members will be there. __________________ What I drive? You don't want to know. Photos: www.flickr.com/photos/tjflex/sets/

06-27-08, 11:16 PM	#21
Fantom I'm Polish-don't taser me Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Port Coquitlam TLCA# 16277 Posts: 1,148	We got a bit sidetracked with this weekend's trip and what was going on. If you are interested in Whipsaw it is a nice trip, there are 2 ways into it and it's easy enough to get out of there in case you have to leave earlier. If that does not work we can do some more local stuff like East Harrison trails. __________________ Mat R. '84 BJ-60 with some goodies, found a new body - soon to start a new creation. PICS or you can see them the old fashioned way here "Idiot proof will not stop a determined idiot"

06-28-08, 12:04 AM	#22
Darby Darrow dldarrow Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: San Diego TLCA# 18189 Posts: 61	In any event we will need something that is accessible by a non trail rated rental car, or need to bum a ride with someone. How far is Whipsaw from Vancouver? __________________ 1973 FJ 40 4x4 Labs High Steer/Power Steering/Front Disc Brakes/SOA/Redline Tube Doors

06-28-08, 01:01 AM	#23
tjflex IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Coquitlam, BC Posts: 223	4 to 4.5 hrs to lodestone lake. It is at the east end of the trail. It is only 20 min of gravel with a few minor rough spots to the lake. This is the back way. Some of us go to the lake, basecamp, and wheel from there. __________________ What I drive? You don't want to know. Photos: www.flickr.com/photos/tjflex/sets/

06-28-08, 01:13 AM	#24
Fantom I'm Polish-don't taser me Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Port Coquitlam TLCA# 16277 Posts: 1,148	Just make sure you get the full insurance on the rental. Craig, not sleeping yet? Do you ever? __________________ Mat R. '84 BJ-60 with some goodies, found a new body - soon to start a new creation. PICS or you can see them the old fashioned way here "Idiot proof will not stop a determined idiot"

07-28-08, 12:29 AM	#26
Fantom I'm Polish-don't taser me Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Port Coquitlam TLCA# 16277 Posts: 1,148	Any other openings? we could do just a day trip somewhere close by. __________________ Mat R. '84 BJ-60 with some goodies, found a new body - soon to start a new creation. PICS or you can see them the old fashioned way here "Idiot proof will not stop a determined idiot"