SAS SAS #9 Official Page 08/04/25- 08/08/25 (39 Viewers)

[JohnnyFish]

Ha ha.. Last time I followed right behind you was when your tire swing out sheared clean off! That was pretty wild.

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That's a scary line on the Poughkeepsie Wall.

 

[Broski]

That's a scary line on the Poughkeepsie Wall.

It's the one that works

 

[thatcabledude]

It's the one that works

Yup, it’s the way to go.

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

FJ Summit is a different event, I believe still happens. Occurs in same area. SAS spawned from it, around a campfire one night at the FJ Summit I’m told…

FJ Summit was a very cool well put together event that included all Toyota FWD Vehicles. I went in 2012 never knowing about Ouray or the San Juans. First year was in an FJ Cruiser and the vehicle fit in well with the crowd. Had a great time and learned the trails. Went the next year but drove my FJ40. I was asked several times why a Jeep was attending the Toyota event. Having grown up in LandCruisers I just assumed it was common knowledge but soon realized it wasn't.
I had wanted to do something LandCruiser based in the area but was not sure how to go about it.
Enter @mcguirejohnson , @CenTXFJ60 , and @fl4031003. These Yahoo's had thought the same thing about an event for LandCruisers in Ouray. A few months later and a single thread started by McGuire was the brainstorm for what SAS has become.

We strive to keep this as loosly organized and laidback as we can. This is my and our awesome crew of directors big vacation for the year. Keeping the numbers down has been a struggle because we want to see each and every one of you in August. It's humbling when we sell out in 1:29 minutes to say the least.
I'll use a phrase that Jim's @CruiserTrash wife Karen said, "It's like going to LandCruiser Summer Camp". She nailed it! It is a reunion of like minded folks on a National level each August. We thank all current and past attendees for keeping SAS as cool and welcoming to the LandCruiser community as a whole.

As always if you have any questions feel free to send a DM on here. Glad to help where we can.
Casey..

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

It's the one that works

They all work, it's the vehicle and driver that determines the line.

 

[JohnnyFish]

They all work, it's the vehicle and driver that determines the line.

I'll have to try that line this year. Nik and I straddle the crack.

 

[SoTexCruiserDoc]

Yup, it’s the way to go.

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That’s the 60 line, Chris

 

[Mike Shull]

Ha ha.. Last time I followed right behind you was when your tire swing out sheared clean off! That was pretty wild.

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Noted for future reference. Keep clear of this one. What a cool 60.

 

[Mike Shull]

I'll have to try that line this year. Nik and I straddle the crack.

I’ve never been able to successfully drive up this obstacle with my 40 as it would always want to lift the left front tire. I’m excited to see whether 19 inches of additional wheelbase will make any difference this year.

 

[Mike Shull]

FJ Summit was a very cool well put together event that included all Toyota FWD Vehicles. I went in 2012 never knowing about Ouray or the San Juans. First year was in an FJ Cruiser and the vehicle fit in well with the crowd. Had a great time and learned the trails. Went the next year but drove my FJ40. I was asked several times why a Jeep was attending the Toyota event. Having grown up in LandCruisers I just assumed it was common knowledge but soon realized it wasn't.
I had wanted to do something LandCruiser based in the area but was not sure how to go about it.
Enter @mcguirejohnson , @CenTXFJ60 , and @fl4031003. These Yahoo's had thought the same thing about an event for LandCruisers in Ouray. A few months later and a single thread started by McGuire was the brainstorm for what SAS has become.

We strive to keep this as loosly organized and laidback as we can. This is my and our awesome crew of directors big vacation for the year. Keeping the numbers down has been a struggle because we want to see each and every one of you in August. It's humbling when we sell out in 1:29 minutes to say the least.
I'll use a phrase that Jim's @CruiserTrash wife Karen said, "It's like going to LandCruiser Summer Camp". She nailed it! It is a reunion of like minded folks on a National level each August. We thank all current and past attendees for keeping SAS as cool and welcoming to the LandCruiser community as a whole.

As always if you have any questions feel free to send a DM on here. Glad to help where we can.
Casey..

Cool story and context that I didn’t have. I can’t wait to see your 40.

 

[Fyffer]

The rest of the story of poser rock photo:

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The rest of us: being reasonable posing on small rocks.
And then: “What the hell is Mike doing? Oh geez…”

Had a good camp that night despite the rain.

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Ha ha.. Last time I followed right behind you was when your tire swing out sheared clean off! That was pretty wild.

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Cause

 

[Fyffer]

Cause

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

I’ve never been able to successfully drive up this obstacle with my 40 as it would always want to lift the left front tire. I’m excited to see whether 19 inches of additional wheelbase will make any difference this year.

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I have done that "Crack" Line a few times now open-diff. There's a hole about 35" deep on the second landing right side that requires a nerve wracking bump to get past. Easy Peasy after that..

 

[Broski]

They all work, it's the vehicle and driver that determines the line.

You are correct. What I should have said Is that I have seen more Rigs be successful on that line.
Having spotted, helped and winched meany rigs up that obstacle IMO it's the best line for success. Each year that I go back the holes and ruts are deeper and more challenging.
The only other rigs I have seen make the other lines is Randy @raisinhell2 and myself

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

Y'all be sure and vote at the top of the page. It is open to any and all who read the thread.
Casey..

 

[DrRock]

Will ensure there are some nice Japanese beverages on tap at camp. What’s not to like

 

[RustyNailJustin]

All... I am local and extending to all participants this offer. If you are broke, need parts, need help RustyNailRacing HQs doors are open to you. Screenshot this post and get in touch, we are in Ridgway. I am a full time firefighter but run the shop with 1 full time employee plus me and we are in the San Juan every single day, so we get it. We have or have access to pretty much anything Toyota within 24 hours and a full fab shop right here in Ridgway. Even if you just need to change your oil, we have your factory Toyota filter and AMS oil in stock.
Justin
970-261-9757

 

[sogncab]

Very gracious of you. Thank you

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

All... I am local and extending to all participants this offer. If you are broke, need parts, need help RustyNailRacing HQs doors are open to you. Screenshot this post and get in touch, we are in Ridgway. I am a full time firefighter but run the shop with 1 full time employee plus me and we are in the San Juan every single day, so we get it. We have or have access to pretty much anything Toyota within 24 hours and a full fab shop right here in Ridgway. Even if you just need to change your oil, we have your factory Toyota filter and AMS oil in stock.
Justin
970-261-9757

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Right on Justin. Much appreciated!

 

[Broski]

All... I am local and extending to all participants this offer. If you are broke, need parts, need help RustyNailRacing HQs doors are open to you. Screenshot this post and get in touch, we are in Ridgway. I am a full time firefighter but run the shop with 1 full time employee plus me and we are in the San Juan every single day, so we get it. We have or have access to pretty much anything Toyota within 24 hours and a full fab shop right here in Ridgway. Even if you just need to change your oil, we have your factory Toyota filter and AMS oil in stock.
Justin
970-261-9757

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Love the Cruiser/ Toyota community, like no other !!
Good looking out Justin !