3rd Annual "100s in the Hills" - Ouray, Colorado: August 2-4 (13 Viewers)

[paflytyer]

This beer at first tastes like any other decent Amber Ale. But then the hint of green chile flavor hits you a little ways into it and leaves you with a warm flavor and heat after you're done with the drink. Don't worry, it's not hot like actual chile. It just captures the essence of it.

And if you have no idea what I'm talking about with this green chile thing, it's a New Mexico thing. It's a chile pepper that is grown almost exclusively in the state. When it is roasted and chopped, it becomes an acceptable ingredient/condiment/relish for just about any food item. And if you pass through NM, you are doing yourself a disservice if you don't get something with green chile on it. You can also find it in most restaurants in southern CO and a few places in the Denver area.

Its pretty much the highlight of our fall season. It signifies the changing of seasons, football, fall festivals, Halloween, and so many fantastic dishes. We put chiles on everything....burgers, sausages, eggs, salsas, dips, sauces .... I even bring some to the Broncos games and grill them straight up as an appetizer. We buy 2 bushels from a local farm that buys them straight from Hatch and another farm down in Pueblo. I'm sure marcfj60 knows a ton more about them than I do, but I know they're tasty, and the only real green chiles come from New Mexico.

 

[DJWUZJ]

Given the pack in and pack out of solid waste, etc... What can everyone advise for liquids? Question comes to mind of cleaning camp cookware, washing up, etc.

Anything special for these or good to go with a little dawn or camp suds?

 

[Bloomer]

Time is short and I am prioritizing what I can realistically get done before the trip (not to mention what else I really need to buy vs nice to have stuff).

So, is a CB absolutely necessary? Outside of this trip or maybe 1 trip per year with a group (more than one other vehicle) I can't realistically foresee any other time I would be using one.

 

[ntsaint]

I would think having one would make the group rides more simple and enjoyable. But I understand the minimal use side of it...I rarely use mine.

Maybe a handheld?
http://www.amazon.com/Best-Sellers-Electronics-Handheld-CB-Radios/zgbs/electronics/5811987011

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[tabraha]

That's what I was going to say. A handheld is nice just so you can get some dialogue along the trails. It's also nice to not be isolated completely while in the vehicle when stop planning is going on.

I get good use out of one on the interstate just listening to what lane to get I when there is a wreck up ahead. Truckers provide some quality entertainment too...

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[Blackwater]

Ya, I have one of the small handheld/vehicle mounted Midland Units. Worth the 40 ot 50 bucks I have into it, looking forward to getting my HAM license and selling the CB on Craigslist... Just my 2 cents...


Side note, Stan, Jon, any trail updates?? Times, vehicle numbers, Routes etc?

I will be camping with the group Thursday evening after getting into Ouray with the Denver group, Then needing to shoot to Durango Friday afternoon to pick up my old man who is flying in..

Some sort of itinerary would be awesome to help with planning..

Jon, I realize your out of pocket at the moment.. Thanks guys!!

9 Days until I leave!!! I Cant wait!!!!!!

 

[2000UZJ]

Just a quick update. I'll be in Denver until Wednesday afternoon. I'll be going down to Pikes Peak to have lunch, hang out, and see a good friend. I'll be meeting up with Griffin at the Arkansas Headwater Area for a camping Wednesday>Thursday then heading to Ouray Thursday afternoon.

If you want to meet up in Denver, before the event, let me know. I'll be running around like crazy for last minute things.

 

[Blackwater]

Nick I'll be looking to hit a few trails that tues/wed.

Keep in touch man and we will link up

I'll shoot you a PM here in a bit with kinda what I have planned for those two days

 

[aaronrules]

Just a quick update. I'll be in Denver until Wednesday afternoon. I'll be going down to Pikes Peak to have lunch, hang out, and see a good friend. I'll be meeting up with Griffin at the Arkansas Headwater Area for a camping Wednesday>Thursday then heading to Ouray Thursday afternoon.

If you want to meet up in Denver, before the event, let me know. I'll be running around like crazy for last minute things.

I might be doing the same thing and places you are doing, only the week after. Might need some ideas on where to go.

 

[paflytyer]

I'm sure most have seen it.... But the ring and pinion in my front diff blew yesterday. I'm at the mercy of getting it repaired before next Monday or I'll be a passenger for this event. Even a slight chance I wouldn't make it. Fishing run will still go on regardless. MtnAdict and Marcfj60 both fly fish and Nakman can lead or gun on the trail for them. Hoping to be there!!

 

[ntsaint]

I'm sure most have seen it.... But the ring and pinion in my front diff blew yesterday. I'm at the mercy of getting it repaired before next Monday or I'll be a passenger for this event. Even a slight chance I wouldn't make it. Fishing run will still go on regardless. MtnAdict and Marcfj60 both fly fish and Nakman can lead or gun on the trail for them. Hoping to be there!!

You've put in way too much effort not to make it!

You are certainly more than welcome to ride with me, maybe even drive Black Bear!

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[nakman]

I'm sure most have seen it.... But the ring and pinion in my front diff blew yesterday. I'm at the mercy of getting it repaired before next Monday or I'll be a passenger for this event. Even a slight chance I wouldn't make it. Fishing run will still go on regardless. MtnAdict and Marcfj60 both fly fish and Nakman can lead or gun on the trail for them. Hoping to be there!!

I've got an open seat here, Stan. sorry to hear about the diff!

 

[slimbuddha]

Once you get to the event, I have an open seat as well.

 

[tabraha]

Pulling for you to get it sorted too!

 

[paflytyer]

Thanks guys, I appreciate it.

 

[ckkone]

What trails will be running and when?

 

[Cowboy59]

We just arrived in Cimarron, NM. Spending the night at the St James motel then heading into the Valle Vidal tomorrow for a few days. Weird story: We called ahead to make a reservation at a campground here in town but the owner told us he was not renting to tent campers because a bear was shot in the campground last night. He said it was being aggressive toward a family. Sad. It rained so hard in Oklahoma last night that the bottom section of our rooftop tent became a swimming pool. User error maybe? It was the first time we set it up. Well our adventure has begun, I look forward to seeing you all soon.

 

[artwerks]

I'm sure most have seen it.... But the ring and pinion in my front diff blew yesterday. I'm at the mercy of getting it repaired before next Monday or I'll be a passenger for this event. Even a slight chance I wouldn't make it. Fishing run will still go on regardless. MtnAdict and Marcfj60 both fly fish and Nakman can lead or gun on the trail for them. Hoping to be there!!

Stan! Bummer. You know I'm well aware of the front diff blues. Time to upgrade to ARB.
You should've called me for a rescue. I owe ya one!

Art

 

[bamabrock]

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We just arrived in Cimarron, NM. Spending the night at the St James motel then heading into the Valle Vidal tomorrow for a few days. Weird story: We called ahead to make a reservation at a campground here in town but the owner told us he was not renting to tent campers because a bear was shot in the campground last night. He said it was being aggressive toward a family. Sad. It rained so hard in Oklahoma last night that the bottom section of our rooftop tent became a swimming pool. User error maybe? It was the first time we set it up. Well our adventure has begun, I look forward to seeing you all soon.

I spent a lot of time there as a Boy Scout at Philmont. Sucks about the bear, but once they associate people with food and lose their fear, it is a bad mix.

 

[B-RAD]

Stan, we too will have an open seat, once you get to Ouray for you! Pork shoulders are going to get smoked tonight! Sauce is already made. Looking forward to a week of camping, exploring and adventures!