JohnnyOshow22
KK0TEQ
From my apartment balcony in Fort Collins right now. I'm taking it as an omen that Rubithon is going to be epic! Starting the journey there Friday
Rubithon 2016 Wagon Run Meet n Greet Thread
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From my apartment balcony in Fort Collins right now. I'm taking it as an omen that Rubithon is going to be epic! Starting the journey there Friday
Hey all,
Just moved to northern Ca from Texas about 6 months ago. Have really been wanting to run the rubicon. Recently got on the site here and realized this is my chance! I am hoping to free up my work schedule a bit more than it is now...
I have a few questions:
I have a pretty equipped FJ but not trailer rig. 3" lift, 33s, sliders, rear locker/atrac/steel bumper and am wondering when is a good group to hang with leaving to start the run? I have wheeled quite a bit but not the rubicon and I want to be sure if I can go to get into a good group. Thanks in advance. Also I read many threads and know to bring basics (food, water, sleeping essentials, trash bags), anything else I should bring? Thanks in advance and sorry if they are dumb questions
Jeff
Just moved to northern Ca from Texas about 6 months ago. Have really been wanting to run the rubicon. Recently got on the site here and realized this is my chance! I am hoping to free up my work schedule a bit more than it is now...
I have a few questions:
I have a pretty equipped FJ but not trailer rig. 3" lift, 33s, sliders, rear locker/atrac/steel bumper and am wondering when is a good group to hang with leaving to start the run? I have wheeled quite a bit but not the rubicon and I want to be sure if I can go to get into a good group. Thanks in advance. Also I read many threads and know to bring basics (food, water, sleeping essentials, trash bags), anything else I should bring? Thanks in advance and sorry if they are dumb questions
Jeff
Safe travels Johnny...
Stuart, are you guys taking the 100 as well?
I'll see you guys on next week...
No 100, he's building his way up.
Got ya. We will have one with us. Have to pay late registration now.
Jeff, if you check out the Rubithon website, most of your Qs are answered on there. A few FJs ran with us a few years back and they made it through. Sitting on 33's be ready for body damage, I'd recommend you have some skid plates to save that belly and a winch to pull you over some of the obstacles (hence the skid plates). It has been about 4 years since I last ran the Con so maybe things have changed, but either way good luck & take pics.
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anyone bringing Walkie Talkies for the kids?
is there one that has an adjustable band
Second, track down whatever spares you can find and start packing. A few years ago there was a FJ Cruiser specific run , yo umight get lucky and search for a thread on it...
Third, take half the stuff you think you'll wear and unpack it. Throw a winter coat in there, and a cheap rain coat. Weather can change in an hour.
4th: seriously beg for trail spares, tools, and lube/fluids etc.
get a HAM radio, first aid kit and double check insurance and CAL STAR membership is paid up, and then make sure you can pass the safety inspection.
then pay up, and show up and have fun!
But contact the trail leaders of the other runs and see if they have openings...this late will be some work.
is there one that has an adjustable band
First, get in touch with Eric and see if the run is still allowing added trucks...
Second, track down whatever spares you can find and start packing. A few years ago there was a FJ Cruiser specific run , yo umight get lucky and search for a thread on it...
Third, take half the stuff you think you'll wear and unpack it. Throw a winter coat in there, and a cheap rain coat. Weather can change in an hour.
4th: seriously beg for trail spares, tools, and lube/fluids etc.
get a HAM radio, first aid kit and double check insurance and CAL STAR membership is paid up, and then make sure you can pass the safety inspection.
then pay up, and show up and have fun!
But contact the trail leaders of the other runs and see if they have openings...this late will be some work.
No doubt that you'll get by. It's just a matter of how you get up there. I see the IFS suspension being the weak link but if properly equipped and armored, you'll get through.
We have a 100 series on the works, and if we finish the AHC delete and lift install by Friday, I may have to reach out to Andy and Rick to let them know we're taking Hundy with us, and IF they are ok with it and obviously pay Eric a late fee registration. If they say no, we try next time.obviously we don't want to ruin he fun as well.
It'll be a challenge but that's what's this is about. Make sure carry trail soared with you if you decide to go. We will have CV, DS and rack and pinion with
us. We'll probably stay at the tail end of the pack so we won't hold the entire group if issues arise. Hopefully not.
-John
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Cruiserdrew
On the way there
Regarding the FJC of @Joepokah above...that doesn't sound like enough of a build to tackle the trail in a group this big. Especially if your "FJ" is really an FJCruiser. Nothing wrong with FJCruisers, just an unfamiliar rig to your friendly run leaders. I'd recommend you go in with 2 or 3 other FJCruisers, take your time, and see how it goes. Bring lots of spare parts, because no one else will have any.
JohnnyOshow22
KK0TEQ
You can do it! I'm replacing both birfs once I make it to Dublin CA. Hopefully starting Saturday afternoon and finishing Sunday or Monday and then heading towards the Con Tuesday
Just finished replacing my axle seal over the weekend as well.
I'd like to help you, but my hands are full. We moved to Mountain House late last year and you guys are less than 30mins away. And I know you can manage.
I'd like to help you, but my hands are full. We moved to Mountain House late last year and you guys are less than 30mins away. And I know you can manage.
JohnnyOshow22
KK0TEQ
If we can't get it done between my brother, my dad and myself we have bigger problems haha
I'm really liking the weather forecast for next week.
Highs in the mid-to-upper80's and lows in the mid to upper 40's at night.
Not a sight of rain the entire week.
or snow for that matter.
Only two more days of work.
Highs in the mid-to-upper80's and lows in the mid to upper 40's at night.
Not a sight of rain the entire week.
or snow for that matter.Only two more days of work.
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okay, so lets talk grub....
it looks like we have 31 rigs on this run...
I'm going cheap and fast for breakfasts: cereal and snack bars. I'm not about to set up a full fledged work station until we get to the springs. Getting going early and beating the heat is my main concern. It's the longest day of the year, so we can still cook dinner way past 8pm without flashlights.
I'm going with a pour over coffee, and have a jetboil if anyone is in need of a device. Bring your beans, I have a hand grinder.
I have extra filters also.
Lunches will be as you can fit them in probably...I can't imagine we will stop all progress to have a sit down lunch, so I'm going with a fast sando, some chips and soda, lots of water, re-apply sunscreen and get back on the trail. I have in the past worked up a few sando's and double wrapped them in foil for Manifold cooking. While they were great, smelled awesome actually, I found it way too distracting to smell killer BBQ and remain focused on the trail. I'm not saying no..but..I need to focus...
Fat kids on BBQ is a slippery slope..
Drivers stay in trucks...spotter spot, gloves on for stacking rocks...
Get into camp, get off the trail within the 50 feet but keep moving so the next 4 trucks behind you can still move and set up away from the centerline of the trail.
See, I'm only saying this outloud to get my mind off the BBQ I just spoke about...
Dinners: usually it's a crazy food fest type atmosphere, almost like one of them "FOOD TRUCK Festivals" or something. Everyone makes something, inhales it, then makes some more, people show up with what they just had, everyone is trading plates and Alvaro is running around with a fork and bottle in one hand and Drew is already done and cleaned up and watching the melee ensue.
I for one always cook more than I need, I usually holler out "Hot grub" and let it fly.
I know a few have worked out joining forces for their meals, that's always great. By all means, if diet restrictions, or preference , or whatever requires you to do your own, no worries. nobody is going to force you to group up.
I'm bring taco fixings and maybe a tri tip or something. You can be sure that whatever you bring could very easily be added to another item and morph into some tasty goodness. Once we are in the springs, the kitchen is pretty much set up the whole time and if you need anything, we should have 31 of them..
yes, i'm doing some charcuterie...if you'd like to join in, go for it. one meat, one cheese and one cracker or spread is usually enough for 3-4 to sample and enjoy. Wisecracks follow, main course starts gathering steam and kids love to dig in also.
i'm not a wine guy, but I do craft beer. I'm bringing cans, and some stuff from the cellar I've been hoarding. Don't worry if you only camp with silver bullets or PBR, it's all good. Try to find something you've never had and bring a few of those to share. Peanut butter stouts probably won't taste too good at 85 degrees and a dusty throat, -but whatever. I'm an IPA guy.
yes Charcuterie and beer is allowed...the red wine will be shared also, but I suppose I'll have to start a Rubicon Beer Festival to rival the wine tasting event.
Saturday is fridge clean out...it's also the big dinner you paid for, and raffle, and RC comps during the day...
Sunday it's wake up way early and head out. It's always a busy morning, but my advice would be to pack up before your last beer on Saturday night, and make your morning go mo faster.
today's work productivity = zero. LOL. I can't wait!
it looks like we have 31 rigs on this run...
I'm going cheap and fast for breakfasts: cereal and snack bars. I'm not about to set up a full fledged work station until we get to the springs. Getting going early and beating the heat is my main concern. It's the longest day of the year, so we can still cook dinner way past 8pm without flashlights.
I'm going with a pour over coffee, and have a jetboil if anyone is in need of a device. Bring your beans, I have a hand grinder.
I have extra filters also.
Lunches will be as you can fit them in probably...I can't imagine we will stop all progress to have a sit down lunch, so I'm going with a fast sando, some chips and soda, lots of water, re-apply sunscreen and get back on the trail. I have in the past worked up a few sando's and double wrapped them in foil for Manifold cooking. While they were great, smelled awesome actually, I found it way too distracting to smell killer BBQ and remain focused on the trail. I'm not saying no..but..I need to focus...
Fat kids on BBQ is a slippery slope..
Drivers stay in trucks...spotter spot, gloves on for stacking rocks...
Get into camp, get off the trail within the 50 feet but keep moving so the next 4 trucks behind you can still move and set up away from the centerline of the trail.
See, I'm only saying this outloud to get my mind off the BBQ I just spoke about...
Dinners: usually it's a crazy food fest type atmosphere, almost like one of them "FOOD TRUCK Festivals" or something. Everyone makes something, inhales it, then makes some more, people show up with what they just had, everyone is trading plates and Alvaro is running around with a fork and bottle in one hand and Drew is already done and cleaned up and watching the melee ensue.
I for one always cook more than I need, I usually holler out "Hot grub" and let it fly.
I know a few have worked out joining forces for their meals, that's always great. By all means, if diet restrictions, or preference , or whatever requires you to do your own, no worries. nobody is going to force you to group up.
I'm bring taco fixings and maybe a tri tip or something. You can be sure that whatever you bring could very easily be added to another item and morph into some tasty goodness. Once we are in the springs, the kitchen is pretty much set up the whole time and if you need anything, we should have 31 of them..
yes, i'm doing some charcuterie...if you'd like to join in, go for it. one meat, one cheese and one cracker or spread is usually enough for 3-4 to sample and enjoy. Wisecracks follow, main course starts gathering steam and kids love to dig in also.
i'm not a wine guy, but I do craft beer. I'm bringing cans, and some stuff from the cellar I've been hoarding. Don't worry if you only camp with silver bullets or PBR, it's all good. Try to find something you've never had and bring a few of those to share. Peanut butter stouts probably won't taste too good at 85 degrees and a dusty throat, -but whatever. I'm an IPA guy.
yes Charcuterie and beer is allowed...the red wine will be shared also, but I suppose I'll have to start a Rubicon Beer Festival to rival the wine tasting event.
Saturday is fridge clean out...it's also the big dinner you paid for, and raffle, and RC comps during the day...
Sunday it's wake up way early and head out. It's always a busy morning, but my advice would be to pack up before your last beer on Saturday night, and make your morning go mo faster.
today's work productivity = zero. LOL. I can't wait!
surfpig
The Anti-Tech
Pretty much reading my mind right there.
It's been 10 years since I've been on the trail, about how long does it take to get from (1) Loon to the lake/(2) lake to the springs/(3) springs to Tahoma barring disasters?
It's been 10 years since I've been on the trail, about how long does it take to get from (1) Loon to the lake/(2) lake to the springs/(3) springs to Tahoma barring disasters?
Cruiserdrew
On the way there
Loon to Buck--5 driving hours, more with this many rigs. Save some concentration for the last hour before camp-the slabs are DANGEROUS if you are not paying 100% attention.
Buck to Springs--3 Driving hours with some excitement
Springs out--It seems endless, but 4 hours with a tailwind. The first hour is difficult.
Buck to Springs--3 Driving hours with some excitement
Springs out--It seems endless, but 4 hours with a tailwind. The first hour is difficult.
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Andy, how many of us were on the wagon last year? We didn't get to Buck 'till almost 5.
We had a lot of wait and stops. Dan blew a bead on a bad spot too.
We had a lot of wait and stops. Dan blew a bead on a bad spot too.
Cruiserdrew
On the way there
I remember! I think there were 22 last year when we turned off the spigot. Of those, not all made it through the first day!
Unfortunately, the wait and stops are inevitable. It is possible to go Loon to Buck in 3 hours if everyone knows the trail, no one has to spot, and no trail repairs. Unfortunately, that is rarely the case. So, yes, a 5pm or later arrival in Buck is likely. That's why my estimate of 5 driving hours which is more like 8 trail hours.
