Rubithon - This aint no Jamboree Baby!

[LukeZero]

Originally Posted by peesalot

Luke, Grab a big bottle for Tues night and I'll see ya Wed. I will be packin water, juice, tea, whatever you need. It's all good. If you wanna head in with the Wed. crew just post up on the Kiosk building at trail head or leave word with someone who knows so I know whats up. I got the tent and your registration all set. Countdown resume.......

12 days to go!!!

[Shipwreck]

Originally Posted by peesalot

and I tore the front end apart last night

I hear ya. I pulled the tranny/transfer case last weekend. My interior and drivetrain are sitting in the driveway next to the cruiser.

[woooody]

two years ago I changed my motor on the Sunday before Rubithon... You guys got nothing on me

I'm so swamped with projects getting the house ready for my daughters graduation party next Friday, I can't even look at my 40.

[orangefj45]

hey marc.
wie geht's? let me know if you need a place to crash. i live 100 miles from rubicon and will be at the event.
and i speak german, well, kinda, forgot most of it by now......

georg

[ginericLC]

I'm thinking I might have some room. I'm not 100% until after I get my co-pilot's gear in. I'm going to go sort of heavy on the water so the hikers can hit me up if they need some. Also, I'm going to bring my dive bag. It is a big waterproof bag. I'll toss it on the useless factory roof rack if that would help someone.

[BlueHZT60]

Rubicon Road to Reno Airport by way of South Lake Tahoe

(someone chime in if it is faster around the north end of the lake)

15 Minutes from Trail head to Highway
45 Minutes to South Lake Tahoe Safeway Grocery (near my house)
1:20 Minutes to Reno Airport.

That is at TOURIST SPEED. Any good cruiser head can shave 15 minutes off that time if needed.

SO on the safe side: 2.5 HOURS from end of trail to Airport.

Reno Airport is small, so figure on minimum of 15 minutes to get through security to your flight.

[BlueHZT60]

PM me if you think you need a South Lake Tahoe base camp. I'll share details on how to find me/access/etc. It's not fancy and there is no shop.

Bob Bancroft

[PKP80]

Speaking of "Safeway" Where's the closest Supermarket to the trail to stop for Ice and groceries? My GPS pulls up a few, but I'll ask anyway.

[alvarorb]

Sam,

Sly Park Rd in Pollock Pines.
There's a big Safeway there.

Regards

Alvaro

[jsuthey]

No new posts,with 8 DAYS TO GO!!!!!!!!!!! Whats everyone doing,going into PANIC mode.Crazy busy mode more like right? Yes I am really excited,we leave a week from tomorrow.Who is going up on tue.early,we plan to be at our campground(Big Silver group camp)by 12noon. to open it up.
So anyone going up Icehouse Rd. should stop by to camp or say hello.

[Dunkane]

Originally Posted by jsuthey

No new posts,with 8 DAYS TO GO!!!!!!!!!!! Whats everyone doing,going into PANIC mode.Crazy busy mode more like right? Yes I am really excited,we leave a week from tomorrow.Who is going up on tue.early,we plan to be at our campground(Big Silver group camp)by 12noon. to open it up.
So anyone going up Icehouse Rd. should stop by to camp or say hello.

the eurocruiser team (Totoy and Dunkane) 'll camp at pollock pines (big silver camp ground) if still ok
and if you have some place for wagon run we are still interested

c u there

Guillaume (dunkane) and Fabien (totoy)

[BlueHZT60]

Blue 60, Bob & Sue will be leaving South Lake Tahoe Tuesday morning. Will arrive at Loon (group camp, wherever) around 5 pm, coming from Placerville side. Bob

[TRT2]

Final run lists have been sent out to trail leaders. Trail leader 'stuff' is either arriving or will be arriving shortly. Will follow up with radio channels.

Breakfast counts to Ice House and list. Bring those yellow tickets that were in your confirmation. Did not get your confirmation?? don't fret, just show up, they have a list with last names.

Raffle stuff (and there is a lot of it) dropped off for escort into the springs.

Picking up shirts this Friday for bag and tag.

and finally, if you have not registered, register in the Springs. You must register to receive your camping permit. folks without a permit will be asked to leave. Please don't put us in this unfortunate scenario. Simply register.

That is all... packing thoroughly, but do not overpack. Prepare for sun, but don't forget tarps and raingear. Bring a Marauder Bar donation. Bring a raffle prize.

Get ready to have an excellent time on the Rubicon with your TLCA friends!

[jsuthey]

Thanks Tony,you & Cindy make a great team-you guys rock!

Dunekane&Totoy,I will make space for one of you.I will ask my buddy Mark if he can take another.I have my son&my nephew,so 4-people will be good for my rig.He has ony his son,so he should have room no problem.

John

[DaveWest5150]

I was just talking to Ross about this thread..... and that nothing was being said, and so close to the run... Hope this finds everyone in good spirits and ready for a great trip! It finally looks as though I will be able to make it!!!! Man.. when it rains it POURS!
Ross and I will head down from Tahoe on sat night and work our way through the trail, exiting on tues. and arriving at Ice house in the evening.
Then turn ariund and run it back with the Wednesday breakfast run. See you all there.

[Dunkane]

Originally Posted by jsuthey

Thanks Tony,you & Cindy make a great team-you guys rock!

Dunekane&Totoy,I will make space for one of you.I will ask my buddy Mark if he can take another.I have my son&my nephew,so 4-people will be good for my rig.He has ony his son,so he should have room no problem.

John

tanks a lot john
take a look for another seat, yes please

best regards
Dunkane and totoy

[PKP80]

Originally Posted by alvarorb

Sam,

Sly Park Rd in Pollock Pines.
There's a big Safeway there.

Regards

Alvaro

Thank you Sir

[petescoffee]

Originally Posted by DaveWest5150

I was just talking to Ross about this thread..... and that nothing was being said, and so close to the run... Hope this finds everyone in good spirits and ready for a great trip! It finally looks as though I will be able to make it!!!! Man.. when it rains it POURS!
Ross and I will head down from Tahoe on sat night and work our way through the trail, exiting on tues. and arriving at Ice house in the evening.
Then turn ariund and run it back with the Wednesday breakfast run. See you all there.

Dave-
I'll see you and Ross at Ice House Tuesday Night. Not getting up a 3:30am to drive to Ice house this year.

Dave Thomas

[woooody]

I can't touch mine until Sunday morning... It's killing me.

I have a seat open if anyone needs one Wednesday - Double locker run.

Also, fire restrictions go into effect June 18th in El Dorado forest (Loon and Buck). No open fires. No Charcoal. Only gas/propane/sterno WITH A PERMIT.

http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/eldorado/con...ns/index.shtml

[NorCalDoug]

water?

I'll bring extra water as well for those coming in from outta town and/or hiking along.

[mickey_rubicon]

maybe the dumbest question so far on this topic, but I got a rat bastard of a schedule at work and almost no vacation days, so is it okay that I drive in on the trail from Tahoe just to visit everybody Thursday and Friday and leave Saturday morning? I havent seen some folks in a while and I dont want to wait until S&T. Rubithon has always been like a dream for me. I do not plan to run any organized runs etc. Or will sections of the trail be closed by TLCA staff? Just let me know, because I dont want to make people mad I will prolly come in Thursday afternoon/evening and stay Friday, then cut out early Saturday morning. I will also make myself available to help with rigs, recovery etc. Or if people need things to be picked up Thursday and brought in for them in return for letting me just visit If anybody interested in going in with me Thursday afternoon 4pm or 5pm - ish. Feel free to PM me. I may have an extra seat too for the ride in.

[woooody]

Per Tony's note above... The only way to camp at the Springs is to register for the event.

[mickey_rubicon]

I dont have to camp at the springs. I will make do. I just dont want to miss the event and want to meet the folks. I will be as flexible and helpful as possible. I will give you guys an update next week. But if I come, I will bring as much ice as I can load up.

[TRT2]

Mickey...

Yes, you can enter Thursday via Tahoe side, hang out, have fun, mingle, etc... and leave when ever you want.

but you still need to register. You can register at Rubicon Springs during the event.

I hope you can make it, despite your crazy schedule...

[TRT2]

I offer the following comment to everyone... who is thinking or trying to avoid paying Rubithon registration.

when it comes to registering... remember this fact... this is a TLCA event, put on specifically for TLCA members, by TLCA members. If you dodge the registration, you are effectively hurting all your fellow TLCA members, and the folks you call friends, who have paid to attend. The money raised at this event after the bills are paid, is not a lot in comparison, and all goes to TLCA to aid their yearly budget. Additionally, Rubithon has consistently supported Del Albright of FOTR for his efforts towards this world famous trail and BRC financially. The folks who work this event are also TLCA volunteers who put out a lot of time and effort towards a successful event. Failing to register is a slap in their face.

If you compare the cost of Rubithon registration to virtually any other 4x4 event, you will see the registration fee is extremely cheap. We have intentionally held the prices for the last 6+ years. However, I do expect them to increase next year.

In an effort to ensure everyone is registering, TLCA has secured the entire Rubicon Springs including Dirty Dozen. If you do not possess a Rubithon Camp permit by thursday evening, you will be asked to leave by the Springs caretaker and myself. I personally cannot think of a more depressing role or chore for me, than asking someone to leave.

Please support Rubithon, and show respect for your fellow TLCA member friends, by registering.

You would not walk into Wal-mart and take something from the shelf without paying... don't do it at Rubithon either because you are taking from your fellow cruiser buddies.

Please be sure to register. and thanks for listening.

[petescoffee]

Remember to bring a little spare coin to buy your raffle tickets. We have received some great prizes that you can win, but you can't win if you don't buy raffle tickets.

Also, bring in raffle prizes to the event. Small, large whatever. Bring prizes to the registration booth at the springs.

See you their.

Dave Thomas