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I will be there with there new 4-Runner
2nd Annual Chicago Toyota Jamboree @ The Cliffs July 25, 26, 27
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Just got back from the Cliffs and we picked out a camp gound. It will be up on the bluffs. There is plenty of shade a killer view. The Area will be off limits during the weekend to eliminate ATV traffic, and keep down the dust. It may however be difficult to get your tow rig up there depending on the weather. But unless we have major down poors and your tow rig is 2wd or on high way tires it shouldnt be a problem. Of course if it is you can park the tow rigs and trailers in the lot if you would like. I also plotted out some rare trails for the event that I will lead (12 & 13).
Camp area is mowed and looks great. We will bring up picnic tables and portapots and some water for washing. Very primitive camping. Trail 1 is in the best shape ever. The dryer it is the more we've been able to fix it up. I drove my ford E350 2wd van around Trail one without a dent or getting stuck. Why? I'm not sure.
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Well, bad news for me. Sunday afternoon i blew out my knee, not sure the extent of the damage yet but i may have to sit this one out.
Wow that sucks ass! at least ride shot gun with someone.
With out you, woody, and Ron. The difficult group is looking pretty thin!
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Well about a week now.
Its hard to tell from the boards but I think I can expect about 50+ rigs.
Raffle
We have some more stuff for the raffle.
Some kind of "keep you cool" neck wrap ties, that x-factors wife makes. She will also be selling them! Maybe she should post up more info…
The Cliffs will be throwing in t-shirts, stickers (for the fjc guys
), hoodies.
Of course Ill be throwing in the Warn M8000 NIB.
There will be opportunities to buy additional tickets through out the event. Last year we had the raffle on Sunday morning, and that worked out well.
Camping
I hear the camping site is coming along nicely. It was mowed last week and Tom says its looking great. Plenty of shade. We are also going to get 2 port-o-pots for the ladies (both female and male ladies). Like I said earlier be prepared for a tow rig possibly not getting to the camp site. I really doubt it will be an issue (especially looking at the forecast (DRY!!!)). And Tom said that he took his e350 2wd van up there with no problem. The camping will be primitive. No electric, no showers, there’s a river, but no showers.
Breakfast
There will be the usual sausage, bacon, eggs, pancakes on Saturday and Sunday morning for 5$/person. If you arent camping and want some breakfast PLEASE don’t show up at 9am wanting breakfast! Arrive around 8am, especially if you want to wheel with a group. Though im sure the breakfast will be open after 9am.
Trails.
Trail #1 (easy. fine for stockers) is, according to tom, in the best shape ever. He drove his E350 2wd van through the whole trail (im sure in about 5min) with no issues or damage. So for the guys worried about damage…don’t be.
Easy intermediate I recommend a good AT, and a little experience. (a locker would make life easier)
Intermediate. Sliders, a locker, MT’s. expect a little body damage.
Difficult. Sliders, lockers, MT’s, Winch, Expect Body damage.
This year will not be as structured as last year. After breakfast on sat we will have a little drivers meeting then there will be trail leaders to take groups out. They will be staggered and there will likely be groups moving through all day, so you should be able to find people to hop on with if you or your group don’t feel comfortable running around solo.
BTW normal passenger rates apply. $5 per passenger. I didn’t post that up top….Ive got too many balls to juggle right now. Plus Im best man to my brother and 18 of us leaving for the Bachelor party tomorrow in Vegas. Ill be back Monday. But I will have my laptop with me so feel free to contact me.
I think that just about sums it up for now.
Its hard to tell from the boards but I think I can expect about 50+ rigs.
Raffle
We have some more stuff for the raffle.
Some kind of "keep you cool" neck wrap ties, that x-factors wife makes. She will also be selling them! Maybe she should post up more info…
The Cliffs will be throwing in t-shirts, stickers (for the fjc guys
), hoodies.Of course Ill be throwing in the Warn M8000 NIB.
There will be opportunities to buy additional tickets through out the event. Last year we had the raffle on Sunday morning, and that worked out well.
Camping
I hear the camping site is coming along nicely. It was mowed last week and Tom says its looking great. Plenty of shade. We are also going to get 2 port-o-pots for the ladies (both female and male ladies). Like I said earlier be prepared for a tow rig possibly not getting to the camp site. I really doubt it will be an issue (especially looking at the forecast (DRY!!!)). And Tom said that he took his e350 2wd van up there with no problem. The camping will be primitive. No electric, no showers, there’s a river, but no showers.
Breakfast
There will be the usual sausage, bacon, eggs, pancakes on Saturday and Sunday morning for 5$/person. If you arent camping and want some breakfast PLEASE don’t show up at 9am wanting breakfast! Arrive around 8am, especially if you want to wheel with a group. Though im sure the breakfast will be open after 9am.
Trails.
Trail #1 (easy. fine for stockers) is, according to tom, in the best shape ever. He drove his E350 2wd van through the whole trail (im sure in about 5min) with no issues or damage. So for the guys worried about damage…don’t be.
Easy intermediate I recommend a good AT, and a little experience. (a locker would make life easier)
Intermediate. Sliders, a locker, MT’s. expect a little body damage.
Difficult. Sliders, lockers, MT’s, Winch, Expect Body damage.
This year will not be as structured as last year. After breakfast on sat we will have a little drivers meeting then there will be trail leaders to take groups out. They will be staggered and there will likely be groups moving through all day, so you should be able to find people to hop on with if you or your group don’t feel comfortable running around solo.
BTW normal passenger rates apply. $5 per passenger. I didn’t post that up top….Ive got too many balls to juggle right now. Plus Im best man to my brother and 18 of us leaving for the Bachelor party tomorrow in Vegas. Ill be back Monday. But I will have my laptop with me so feel free to contact me.
I think that just about sums it up for now.
The B.E. COOL ties are 2"x 36"-40" and have a 14" center area that holds the expanding crystals. The crystals hold 200 x's their weight in water and when soaked in ice water provides a very refreshing neck tie or bandanna to help keep you cool on the trail. Quality constuction was a primary concern and with proper care should last a very long time. Because of the crystals these will not drip or drool and are available in a veriety of prints (camo,tye dye and others) and solids.They will be availible for purchase for those that would like them. Five of these are going to be in the raffle on Sunday. We will be there Friday, Saturday and Sunday in a black mini truck with flames.
Is it friday yet!!!!!!!!!!
A lot of us Hoosier Cruiser guys are coming up Friday. Carl, Tony, Johnny and I are planning to leave Carl's shop Friday morning so we can be at the Cliffs around 12:00. I spoke with Tom, he has the exo 62, and he is planning on being there at around the same time.
Hopefully the weather cooperates this year, and we can get some better traction to see more of the park. We are all looking forward to this weekend!
Clint
Hopefully the weather cooperates this year, and we can get some better traction to see more of the park. We are all looking forward to this weekend!
Clint
Glad to hear that you are feeling better!
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Oh we are seeing more of the park! regardless of weather!
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Here is the only pic I got of you.
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GREAT EVENT
A lot of improvements from last year
Camp grounds were great. Nice view, quiet
Good turn out as well, about 45 rigs.
The trails were nice and dry...well about as dry as they get there. So most rigs could venture into the interior and see a bit more.
Night activities were also fun, I bet Clint woke up in a cold sweat last night remembering saturday night.
Congrats Clint on winning the winch!
Good Raffle. Thanks Carl from Outback Offroad for donating the truck safe, Thanks to The Cliffs for donating day passes, t-shirts, stickers, 4 50$ gift certificates to JC Whitney, a strap, key chains. Thanks Vicky (Bills/X-factor's wife) for the B.E. COOL ties. Thanks Tony and advanced auto parts for a box of goodies (tools, lights..) I hope i didnt forget anyone.
HUGE thanks to Phil for the BBQ!!! and for trail leading! Also thanks Scott for trail leading. Thanks Tom for leading the hardcore group.
Huge thanks to Steve and Tom and everyone at the cliffs for helping make sure this event was a success!!
Post up your pics!
A lot of improvements from last year
Camp grounds were great. Nice view, quiet
Good turn out as well, about 45 rigs.
The trails were nice and dry...well about as dry as they get there. So most rigs could venture into the interior and see a bit more.
Night activities were also fun, I bet Clint woke up in a cold sweat last night remembering saturday night.
Congrats Clint on winning the winch!
Good Raffle. Thanks Carl from Outback Offroad for donating the truck safe, Thanks to The Cliffs for donating day passes, t-shirts, stickers, 4 50$ gift certificates to JC Whitney, a strap, key chains. Thanks Vicky (Bills/X-factor's wife) for the B.E. COOL ties. Thanks Tony and advanced auto parts for a box of goodies (tools, lights..) I hope i didnt forget anyone.
HUGE thanks to Phil for the BBQ!!! and for trail leading! Also thanks Scott for trail leading. Thanks Tom for leading the hardcore group.
Huge thanks to Steve and Tom and everyone at the cliffs for helping make sure this event was a success!!
Post up your pics!
