SAS Solid Axle Summit #4 Official Thread 2020

[PeterTheBeater]

Well I’m on the list! Super excited to go, I think I will stop at MOAB before and check that out as well. What gear is typically recommended? Any CB radios etc?

Also I see quite a few trucks from California, is there a convoy organized yet?

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

Well I’m on the list! Super excited to go, I think I will stop at MOAB before and check that out as well. What gear is typically recommended? Any CB radios etc?

Also I see quite a few trucks from California, is there a convoy organized yet?

CB is reccomend and has worked for years. A small GMRS / FRS radio is a better option.

 

[BombCity]

CB is reccomend and has worked for years. A small GMRS / FRS radio is a better option.

I’m highly impressed with the $100 ones we installed. Leaves CB in the dust.

 

[8cam]

I'm sure lots of folks will bring extras too. I'll have my handheld CB in addition to the HAM, happy to let someone borrow it if needed.

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

I’m highly impressed with the $100 ones we installed. Leaves CB in the dust.

A huge difference for sure. Easy set up and great reception. A FCC license is required but doesn't involve a test.
Its like $85 for 10 years and covors immediate family. This particular radio uses the GMRS/ FRS freqs.

Midland MicroMobile Two-Way Radios | Midland Radio

Shop the Midland MicroMobile collection that features the most powerful GMRS 2-way radios on the market. These radios are ideal for outdoor communication.

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General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)

AboutRule Part47 C.F.R, Part 95 Subpart ERadio Service Code(s)ZA - GMRS

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Someone in the group will chime in and fill us in on the requirements I hope.

This is a great platform to get into the HAM radio area. The complete set up of this simple radio is way cheaper than buying a $60 CB, $50 antenna, a way to mount it and a coax cable to make it all work. Then you have to go through all the tuning with an SRW meter to get trail communication that is hit or miss.

 

[mesa man]

Toyota Trails would love to publish an article about this get together. Anyone have any interest in writing an article? You will be paid from TLCA .
editor@tlca.org

Paiging @mesa man, TLCA line 1.

Not me...but hope someone can tackle this.

Good idea on @mesa man and or @Mesa Woman

I will gladly entertain the idea of a SAS4 article, We will be bringing our 2 sons (13 & 14) in the Forty for four this year as well! Toyota Trails - September/October 2019 Issue

 

[Manitou Decline]

FCC License? Ajit encourages pirate radio.

 

[ajordan1975]

FYI
Colorado is now under a mask mandate as of midnight.
Masks are to be worn in all public places where social distancing isn't able to happen.
Mostly in stores, restaurants, etc.
San Juan county has been pretty stringent on this as well...

never mind. I wasnt far enough into the thread to see that this has been brought up already. Carry on

 

[thatcabledude]

FYI
Colorado is now under a mask mandate as of midnight.
Masks are to be worn in all public places where social distancing isn't able to happen.
Mostly in stores, restaurants, etc.
San Juan county has been pretty stringent on this as well...

Called up Mom to sew one up for me this morning.

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

Called up Mom to sew one up for me this morning.

You guys that make it to SAS #4 will have masks provided if you need one.

 

[Dilspec]

Getting a little anxious, waiting on parts still.

 

[drenmaster]

A huge difference for sure. Easy set up and great reception. A FCC license is required but doesn't involve a test.
Its like $85 for 10 years and covors immediate family. This particular radio uses the GMRS/ FRS freqs.

Midland MicroMobile Two-Way Radios | Midland Radio

Shop the Midland MicroMobile collection that features the most powerful GMRS 2-way radios on the market. These radios are ideal for outdoor communication.

midlandusa.com

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)

AboutRule Part47 C.F.R, Part 95 Subpart ERadio Service Code(s)ZA - GMRS

www.fcc.gov

Someone in the group will chime in and fill us in on the requirements I hope.

This is a great platform to get into the HAM radio area. The complete set up of this simple radio is way cheaper than buying a $60 CB, $50 antenna, a way to mount it and a coax cable to make it all work. Then you have to go through all the tuning with an SRW meter to get trail communication that is hit or miss.

Getting close to crunch time, but would this be worth getting before the trip or ham? I gave up on the cb.

 

[Dilspec]

That should be fine. I used @Saddletramps hand held Baofeng last year it was good. Better than CB range...

 

[woody]

FYI
Colorado is now under a mask mandate as of midnight.

Effectively the same order that Ouray, Silverton and Telluride are already following.

Rain makes everything better...

 

[POTATO LAUNCHER]

Effectively the same order that Ouray, Silverton and Telluride are already following.

Rain makes everything better...

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Good to hear man. How has the traffic been?

 

[mesa man]

Getting close to crunch time, but would this be worth getting before the trip or ham? I gave up on the cb.

Got mine. GMRS MXT275

 

[woody]

How has the traffic been?

It's been busy, good for their economy, not so much for the trails. Weekends in particular are a zoo.

 

[BombCity]

I will gladly entertain the idea of a SAS4 article, We will be bringing our 2 sons (13 & 14) in the Forty for four this year as well! Toyota Trails - September/October 2019 Issue

Very cool! Your last feature was well done man. Can’t wait to see you guys. My girlfriend finally gets to come this year. She’s been dying to meet everyone.

 

[drenmaster]

Pulled the trigger on the midland mxt275
Its $119 with free shipping if you use OVERLANDUSA 20%off.

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[paflytyer]

This would be awesome to see in TT! I'd love to contribute but I'm not sure I recall much of anything from my university writing classes - far too many long necks were around back then.

It doesn't have to be perfect....just honest and fun and light. It will be edited for publishing by a copy editor. Photos for an article do not need to come from a $5k camera and lens. The newer iPhones take good enough photos for a story. Generally speaking... the only spot in Toyota Trails where high quality photo gear is required is for the prominent photo spots (cover, toc, trail views and trails end). A good camera always helps, but if folks are coming to the mountains of Colorado... someone is gonna have a good camera and can get all the good shots.

I've spent a little time in the area over the years.... but my axle isn't solid. I can lag behind the group and get all the shots if needed. I have a couple secret spots too.