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I am working on a planned/guided trip up to Burgess Falls SP for a little hike and scenic viewing of the three big waterfalls just north of Sparta. Looks pretty nice up there.

http://www.tn.gov/environment/parks/BurgessFalls/map.pdf

It's only 8 miles away. I think we'll plan several runs to this park during the week (Tues-Thurs-Sat) for those that want a little diversion. Looks like there may be some other lake side activities further down the lake too.

6338 Golden Mountain Rd, Sparta, TN 38583 to Burgess Falls State Park - Google Maps
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Ok, so i got all the way to the "review and submit payment" and then there was a glitch and it shut down internet explorer. If it won't take my credit card payment who can i call to get registered?
 
scott johnson said:
Ok, so i got all the way to the "review and submit payment" and then there was a glitch and it shut down internet explorer. If it won't take my credit card payment who can i call to get registered?
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Was this error encountered on PayPal's site or Upstate Cruisers' Site. Were you able to repeat this error? I'll send ya a PM.

-Lenny
 
Yep, Boot's the man. If for some reason he can't get it figured out shoot me a PM.
 
Trailer Question

Rick / Marshall,
Being a slacker that has not registered yet, you may want to file my question appropriately ...

Will there be a place to securely drop trailers and some gear during the event? I pull a small trailer loaded with my trail tires and a few containers of supplies to the event. Then I swap off my road tires for the event which leaves me with a trailer and the road tires needing a secure parking spot for the event.

Thanks
 
Larry,
I don't see that being a problem. I will have more specifics by next week, but my understanding is that there is plenty of parking/trailer loading areas around the oval track and around the main pavilion/camping area. I think the "safer" area would be close to camp. To keep folks honest, I'd throw a lock on any containers you have on the trailer too.
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BMThiker said:
Larry,
I don't see that being a problem. I will have more specifics by next week, but my understanding is that there is plenty of parking/trailer loading areas around the oval track and around the main pavilion/camping area. I think the "safer" area would be close to camp. To keep folks honest, I'd throw a lock on any containers you have on the trailer too.
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Rick,
Thanks. If work does not get in the way, Melissa and I will probably get a room so I will probably need to check back regarding the plans for campers so I could park it near someone's campsite where it would not be too much of an intrusion.

Again thanks
 
Will see if I can make this now...may be going to Scotland in July so the week of vacation I had for this may have to shift to that! :P
 
This was just posted on the GMP website, very cool news.
Golden Mountain Park - Official site for Golden Mountain Park in Sparta, TN

"We had a group of guys come to the park this weekend to begin remapping the trails here at GMP. Very soon, we will have an GPS-accurate map of all of the trails and detailed difficulty information for each trail. We will also provide the GPS file on the site for you to download into your GPS system."
 
The itinerary is starting to shape up:

Open wheeling is available ALL WEEK long. Certain areas may be cordoned off during competitions.

Monday is opening day.
Tuesday plan on picnicking at Burgess Falls, bring your swim trunks if you want to cool off.
Wednesday pick-up ball games or horseshoes...
Thursday, catering truck rolls in and will vend meals and snacks (bring cash); games/horseshoes competition; Kids activities; swap meet and vendor show setup
Friday wheeling competitions begin in certain areas of park; kids activities, vendor show/demonstrations, catered dinner (meal ticket req), movies on big screen
Saturday wheeling competitions may continue; catered dinner (meal ticket req), raffle, live music
Sunday pack up and roll out
 
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Hey all paid up today AND my dad is coming(you guys wear on him to start buyin cruisers;he's all but completly retired) picking him up Mon 7 in ATL . If anyone wants to caravan hit me up. Be there hopefully by mid afternoon. MY FIRST EVENT!:clap:
Supplies i need :
CDL switch(need to do the mods)prob order from mr T on monday
Tow strap/d rings or2 (i won't have a winch for some time)
hi lift??? is it necessary???
CB or is a ham better...KI4ULV...I don't have a mobile:bang:
spare tire 275/70/16 (mines rotten needs replaced)
any other trail gear ya'll wanna get rid of!!!???

thanks for the hard work and planning
 
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Tromz, glad you are going to make it. See you on Monday up there.

basic recovery gear:

couple D-rings and strap
good tow points on your rig
hi-lift if you have one, bottle jack at minimum
definitely have your spare tire by then
radios are optional, but sometimes handy if travelling in a group on the trail. most have CB's, but a few might have hams too. We typically use FRS/GMRS radios.
 
Actually Rick i was inquiring if anyone wanted to donate/sell those items. Pardon my ignorance but what is a FRS/GMRS radio? I have a FCC license but havent done much with it other than emergency coms.
 
You can get a CB at walmart or any discount electronics place, radio shack for $30 or so. Well worth it on the trails. Makes the ride a lot more fun when you know whats going on...
 
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Actually Rick i was inquiring if anyone wanted to donate/sell those items. Pardon my ignorance but what is a FRS/GMRS radio? I have a FCC license but havent done much with it other than emergency coms.
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your basic walkie-talkie type radios. Popular brands include Motorola, Cobra, Midland, etc...You can usually get a pair for $40 or so. Go for the type that take regular AA or AAA batteries and you won't have to keep up with specialized chargers and cords.
 
Well see y'all on monday. I have a lot to learn and looking forward to it.
 
I am officially registered and paid up! Looking forward to seeing everyone there!

Smitty
 
Paid up and counting down the days!

Anybody try seeing if Monster Energy Drink would be a sponsor? I see there logo's on everything! They have to be good for some swag.


Oh yeah, plus im addicted to the lo carb ones
 
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