Alaska Cruiser Trek 2008 - Page 13

DSLTOY · 06-20-08, 08:56 PM

We got comfirmation today on the third cruiser in our group, Archie and passenger will be flying to Anchorage and Todd and I will be hauling three cruiser's to AK.
Patrick can you handle a couple more house guest for a day or two? If not I am sure they can find a hotel. The big issue is getting the 4 of them fron Anchorage to TOK on the 11 th.

74monster · 06-20-08, 10:10 PM

My family and I are in Fort Nelson (mile 300 ak hiway) if assistance or stopping place is needed were there for you guys. Dean

DSLTOY · 06-22-08, 06:18 AM

In reviewing the rules for crossing the border Todd found this ststement:
In-transit travel through Canada

If you are an American resident, you can transport goods through Canada to the United States. To simplify the clearance process, carry three copies of the list of goods you are transporting. The list should include the value of the goods and any serial numbers. You should pack consumable goods such as alcohol, tobacco and food in containers that the border services officers can tie and seal when you arrive.

We will be hauling three Cruisers and food and beer ect. for 6 people, will they require us to have complete lists and everything packed in containers that can be tied and sealed?

Kroll · 06-22-08, 04:42 PM

Wow this trek soon begins!
I leave July 3rd. Hope to see a few of you on the road.

JACOBYWESTERN · 06-22-08, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSLTOY

The big issue is getting the 4 of them fron Anchorage to TOK on the 11 th.

I don't expect to have a passenger during the Trek so I'm good for hauling one of ya'll from Anchorage to the trailhead and back to Anchorage.

-Darrell

Mark W · 06-23-08, 04:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSLTOY

In reviewing the rules for crossing the border Todd found this ststement:
In-transit travel through Canada

If you are an American resident, you can transport goods through Canada to the United States. To simplify the clearance process, carry three copies of the list of goods you are transporting. The list should include the value of the goods and any serial numbers. You should pack consumable goods such as alcohol, tobacco and food in containers that the border services officers can tie and seal when you arrive.

We will be hauling three Cruisers and food and beer ect. for 6 people, will they require us to have complete lists and everything packed in containers that can be tied and sealed?

In the dozen or so runs I have made up and down the highway I have never had to deal with this kind of silliness.

My last run was 2 years ago.

Pat has been up the highway 3 times in the last year... I will bet you a dollar right now that he has not had to deal with that either.

Mark...

DSLTOY · 06-23-08, 06:53 AM

Thanks Mark, because of Todd's work schedule we can't leave until 5 July, so we are trying to make sure we have covered all the bases so there are no delays.

Thanks Darell for the offer, now that our number of people flying in has jumped to 4 , Clutchee is working with Patrick to arrange a hotel and a rental car or other group transportation.

Mark W · 06-23-08, 01:01 PM

We are talking on this up here... will pas on ideas/info soonest

Mark...

Clutchee · 06-23-08, 04:40 PM

Update.....Thanks MArk!

We have a rental car we are picking up late on the 9th & keeping until we leave on the 20th.

We have a room in Anchorage July 9th @ Hampton Inn.

When the Trek is over we are planning on staying in Anchorage on Friday/Saturday night then leaving on Sunday.

Again ........ Thanks folks......we are trying to not be needy

AKcruzr · 06-24-08, 12:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clutchee

Update.....Thanks MArk!

We have a rental car we are picking up late on the 9th & keeping until we leave on the 20th.

We have a room in Anchorage July 9th @ Hampton Inn.

When the Trek is over we are planning on staying in Anchorage on Friday/Saturday night then leaving on Sunday.

Again ........ Thanks folks......we are trying to not be needy

Brian,

You werent being Needy, You were giving the cruiser folks up here a chance to shine. We had people volunteering houses and vehicles for you guys, and I'm the only one up here that actually new any of the members of your group.

Pat

Clutchee · 06-24-08, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKcruzr

Brian,

You werent being Needy, You were giving the cruiser folks up here a chance to shine. We had people volunteering houses and vehicles for you guys, and I'm the only one up here that actually new any of the members of your group.

Pat

Hey we still need a place to stay on Friday/Saturday after the Trek....well after they meet us they might not want us

THANKS AGAIN....ACT CREW.....

Mark W · 06-24-08, 12:05 PM

I may be confused... you guys have rented a car for the week? Or just for the day or two until we depart?
We have been discussing options here for your transport... Am I maybe out of the loop some, or is that still in play?

Mark...

Clutchee · 06-24-08, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark W

I may be confused... you guys have rented a car for the week? Or just for the day or two until we depart?
We have been discussing options here for your transport... Am I maybe out of the loop some, or is that still in play?

Mark...

We rented a car for the whole week,plan is to leave it at the trail head or in Tok....then head back to Anchorage for

medicbob · 06-24-08, 05:01 PM

I plan on leaving Phoenix this Sat. or Sun. A little later than planned. I know I am forgetting something... I am not going to hit Anchorage first, to save time. Shooting for arrival in Tok JUly 10th. (Snowshoe Motel, Maroon colored 80)Is there any fishing in the local rivers where we will be camping during the trek? Does Nye Toyota require an appt. to get my fluids changed after the trip? Other options? Anxious to meet everyone.

JACOBYWESTERN · 06-24-08, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by medicbob

Is there any fishing in the local rivers where we will be camping during the trek? Does Nye Toyota require an appt. to get my fluids changed after the trip? Other options? Anxious to meet everyone.

Fishing? Maybe a little bit in clean side creeks but most of the rivers in the area are silty, glacier fed messes that don't support hook and line type fishing.

Nye Toyota (recently changed to Kendall Toyota) in Anchorage has a nice Service Dept. They do like you to make an appt. That would be the most efficient way to get it done. Most folks haven't changed their fluids before heading home, but it's certainly good preventative maintenance.

medicbob · 06-25-08, 01:52 PM

Thanks Darrell.. FYI I live down the street from a Cabelas. If anybody would like me to pick up something, I can haul it up for you and possibly save some coin for shipping. Leaving Sat. cya..

aktundra · 06-25-08, 03:02 PM

Darrell (Jacobywestern) was coordinating some transportation & housing here in AK, I am not on MUD much lately, and lost track of where things stand.

Are there still hotel rooms reserved for the 9th? We are an "empty nester" these days and will have two bedrooms & a rec room with a couch & matress on the floor availble. Hotel would definately be more comfortable, but perhaps the hotel $$$ could be saved for a round of pizza @ Fast Eddies in Tok?

Same goes for the backside. PM me if this helps with the logistics (I wil be "off-line" from the 28th through the 4th)

aktundra · 06-25-08, 03:38 PM

Oh . . . I live in Anchorage !!!!!!!

(sorry, a little fact I forgot to mention !!)

JACOBYWESTERN · 06-25-08, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clutchee

Hey we still need a place to stay on Friday/Saturday after the Trek....well after they meet us they might not want us

THANKS AGAIN....ACT CREW.....

Steve (aktundra), I'm sure Clutchee will take you up on your offer as the above request from him is the only logistical detail yet to be nailed down.

-Darrell

Clutchee · 06-25-08, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JACOBYWESTERN

Steve (aktundra), I'm sure Clutchee will take you up on your offer as the above request from him is the only logistical detail yet to be nailed down.

-Darrell

Quote:

Originally Posted by aktundra

Oh . . . I live in Anchorage !!!!!!!

(sorry, a little fact I forgot to mention !!)

Thanks for looking out for us......basically after the Trek ends myself & 3 fellows are heading back to Anchorage to hang out.....we all leave Sunday at various times. So gettin back there we are open to anything....sight seeing for me would be cool

but hey I'm easy

Roger/Todd have talked about coming back with us to hang

Should folks not wanta have 4 to 6 fellows crashing we can get a hotel room.....but after that many days in the woods any place to crash will be welcomed

JACOBYWESTERN · 06-27-08, 06:06 PM

Hmmm, no activity in a few days, looks like everybody is getting dialed in.

Reminder of the day: Before a long trip

.....get your hair cut.

medicbob · 06-27-08, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JACOBYWESTERN

Hmmm, no activity in a few days, looks like everybody is getting dialed in.

Reminder of the day: Before a long trip

.....get your hair cut.

Got my haircut. Leaving in the morning!

The Dude · 06-28-08, 09:34 AM

Our shedule:

July 4 Saskatoon to Edmonton 524KM
July 5 Edmonton to Fort St John 665KM
July 6 Fort St John to Laird 683KM
July 7 Laird to Whitehorse 650km
July 8 Whitehorse to Tok 622km
July 9 Tok to Anchorage 510km

Putts around anchorage for a day or two and then head up to make the Cruise to Tok with Mark and the gang...

July 12 on trail
July 18 off trail

head to danali and then down to Seward

Home August 5th.

Ducks · 06-28-08, 02:53 PM

Hope everyone has a great time. Can't wait to see pics and read about it. I've been out on medical leave and won't be able to make it this year.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 74monster

My family and I are in Fort Nelson (mile 300 ak hiway) if assistance or stopping place is needed were there for you guys. Dean

Hey Dean,
I'm going to be in Ft. Nelson July 28 - Aug 2. I'll send you a PM.
Chad

Alaska Ranger · 06-28-08, 07:57 PM

Weighing in here after a long absence.

I hope all Trekkers have a terrific time on the trail here, and that you have the opportunity to stop by once exiting. Although we are absolutely full/No Vacancy on the 18th - if it's too late to head on down the road to Anchorage - as many as care to can camp out in our Communal Activity Center. Darrell (JacobyWest) and friends stayed there on a pre-trip sortie last week and can give you a review of its fine sofas...

On the not so terrific side, the rains that held off for so long have come; we have not had a lot of precipitation but there WILL be a bit more mud now than there was when Darrell last was on this

06-20-08, 08:56 PM	#361
DSLTOY IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Manchester.TN TLCA# 10779 Posts: 677	We got comfirmation today on the third cruiser in our group, Archie and passenger will be flying to Anchorage and Todd and I will be hauling three cruiser's to AK. Patrick can you handle a couple more house guest for a day or two? If not I am sure they can find a hotel. The big issue is getting the 4 of them fron Anchorage to TOK on the 11 th. __________________ Please help save the Upper Tellico OHV area, Donate to the Rescue Tellico Fund http://www.sfwda.org/trails/tellico/donate.html Roger FJ-40/6.2L Diesel STLCA White Trash of the Elwood Chapter VP SFWDA

06-22-08, 06:18 AM	#363
DSLTOY IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Manchester.TN TLCA# 10779 Posts: 677	In reviewing the rules for crossing the border Todd found this ststement: In-transit travel through Canada If you are an American resident, you can transport goods through Canada to the United States. To simplify the clearance process, carry three copies of the list of goods you are transporting. The list should include the value of the goods and any serial numbers. You should pack consumable goods such as alcohol, tobacco and food in containers that the border services officers can tie and seal when you arrive. We will be hauling three Cruisers and food and beer ect. for 6 people, will they require us to have complete lists and everything packed in containers that can be tied and sealed? __________________ Please help save the Upper Tellico OHV area, Donate to the Rescue Tellico Fund http://www.sfwda.org/trails/tellico/donate.html Roger FJ-40/6.2L Diesel STLCA White Trash of the Elwood Chapter VP SFWDA

06-22-08, 04:42 PM	#364
Kroll dirty white boy... Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Edmonton, AB TLCA# 17860 Posts: 65	Wow this trek soon begins! I leave July 3rd. Hope to see a few of you on the road. __________________ (Purple People Eater) 1972 FJ40: F155, OME Springs, 33MT's, WARN 8247, Downey Header, Kaymar Bar / Tire swing out RD124 ARB Locker in the rear w/4.11s, H42 Conversion, Snorkel 1986 HJ60: Stock Copper paint with Cancer, 485 000km, In need of some love, Future BioDiesel or Veggy Oil Guinea Pig

06-23-08, 06:53 AM	#367
DSLTOY IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Manchester.TN TLCA# 10779 Posts: 677	Thanks Mark, because of Todd's work schedule we can't leave until 5 July, so we are trying to make sure we have covered all the bases so there are no delays. Thanks Darell for the offer, now that our number of people flying in has jumped to 4 , Clutchee is working with Patrick to arrange a hotel and a rental car or other group transportation. __________________ Please help save the Upper Tellico OHV area, Donate to the Rescue Tellico Fund http://www.sfwda.org/trails/tellico/donate.html Roger FJ-40/6.2L Diesel STLCA White Trash of the Elwood Chapter VP SFWDA

06-23-08, 04:40 PM	#369
Clutchee IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: TN TLCA# 13383 Posts: 1,862	Update.....Thanks MArk! We have a rental car we are picking up late on the 9th & keeping until we leave on the 20th. We have a room in Anchorage July 9th @ Hampton Inn. When the Trek is over we are planning on staying in Anchorage on Friday/Saturday night then leaving on Sunday. Again ........ Thanks folks......we are trying to not be needy __________________ You can't fix Stupid ---CottonLand Cruisers----- ---White Trash of the Elwood Chapter---- ---STLCA---- ------------------------------------------------ We've been this close to death before, we were just too drunk to know it Guess the price of being sobers being scared out of your mind -Drive by Truckers- -----------------------------------------------

06-20-08, 10:10 PM	#362
74monster IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ft. Nelson BC TLCA# 8933 Posts: 98	My family and I are in Fort Nelson (mile 300 ak hiway) if assistance or stopping place is needed were there for you guys. Dean

06-23-08, 01:01 PM	#368
Mark W IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The Greatland TLCA# 6303 Posts: 3,525	We are talking on this up here... will pas on ideas/info soonest Mark...

06-24-08, 12:05 PM	#372
Mark W IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The Greatland TLCA# 6303 Posts: 3,525	I may be confused... you guys have rented a car for the week? Or just for the day or two until we depart? We have been discussing options here for your transport... Am I maybe out of the loop some, or is that still in play? Mark...

06-24-08, 05:01 PM	#374
medicbob Friend of Mud Guppy Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, Arizona TLCA# 8584 Posts: 107	I plan on leaving Phoenix this Sat. or Sun. A little later than planned. I know I am forgetting something... I am not going to hit Anchorage first, to save time. Shooting for arrival in Tok JUly 10th. (Snowshoe Motel, Maroon colored 80)Is there any fishing in the local rivers where we will be camping during the trek? Does Nye Toyota require an appt. to get my fluids changed after the trip? Other options? Anxious to meet everyone. __________________ 1977 FJ40 ARB F&R H41 Gored, 1996 FZJ80 Locked, Slee 4" Lift, ARB Fridge, Bull Bar, Warn 12000, Lightforce, Hanna Sliders ,Tire and Fuel Rack, 4:88's, Part-time kit, 315 85r 16 KM2's AO Drawers, AO Roof rack and Columbia RTT. HAM KE7-JKV

06-25-08, 01:52 PM	#376
medicbob Friend of Mud Guppy Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, Arizona TLCA# 8584 Posts: 107	Thanks Darrell.. FYI I live down the street from a Cabelas. If anybody would like me to pick up something, I can haul it up for you and possibly save some coin for shipping. Leaving Sat. cya.. __________________ 1977 FJ40 ARB F&R H41 Gored, 1996 FZJ80 Locked, Slee 4" Lift, ARB Fridge, Bull Bar, Warn 12000, Lightforce, Hanna Sliders ,Tire and Fuel Rack, 4:88's, Part-time kit, 315 85r 16 KM2's AO Drawers, AO Roof rack and Columbia RTT. HAM KE7-JKV

06-25-08, 03:02 PM	#377
aktundra IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 140	Darrell (Jacobywestern) was coordinating some transportation & housing here in AK, I am not on MUD much lately, and lost track of where things stand. Are there still hotel rooms reserved for the 9th? We are an "empty nester" these days and will have two bedrooms & a rec room with a couch & matress on the floor availble. Hotel would definately be more comfortable, but perhaps the hotel $$$ could be saved for a round of pizza @ Fast Eddies in Tok? Same goes for the backside. PM me if this helps with the logistics (I wil be "off-line" from the 28th through the 4th)

06-25-08, 03:38 PM	#378
aktundra IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 140	Oh . . . I live in Anchorage !!!!!!! (sorry, a little fact I forgot to mention !!)

06-27-08, 06:06 PM	#381
JACOBYWESTERN IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: at the end of a winch rope TLCA# est. 1996 Posts: 46	Hmmm, no activity in a few days, looks like everybody is getting dialed in. Reminder of the day: Before a long trip .....get your hair cut.

06-28-08, 09:34 AM	#383
The Dude IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Saskatoon, SK TLCA# 8113 Posts: 890	Our shedule: July 4 Saskatoon to Edmonton 524KM July 5 Edmonton to Fort St John 665KM July 6 Fort St John to Laird 683KM July 7 Laird to Whitehorse 650km July 8 Whitehorse to Tok 622km July 9 Tok to Anchorage 510km Putts around anchorage for a day or two and then head up to make the Cruise to Tok with Mark and the gang... July 12 on trail July 18 off trail head to danali and then down to Seward Home August 5th. __________________ Brad T 88 HJ61 "Marmaduke " 12H-T, A440, extreme valve body, PI, cable lockers, PTO winch, SOA, 2" body lift, FF, ARP studs, Longfields, 5.29s, 38x14.5R16 Toyo MTs... 78 BJ 40/42/60