UPDATE March 12th, 2025
Hey fellow HDC club members,
This is an old thread from last year that I am resurrecting.
I have blocked of some time in April to do a portion of the New Mexico Back Country Discovery Route (AKA NMBDR) via overlanding/camp out. I hope that "phase 4" of my 200 major overhaul will be mostly completed by this time. I only mention this because failure to get all the basics sorted for phase 4 may impact my ability to do this run. Please consider this an initial notice.
My current thinking is to head south from ABQ on Wednesday April 16th and camp at a launch point Wednesday night. Then take it easy and cover some of the southern portions of the NMBDR, heading north over the following 4 or 5 nights. I am completely open to other options and don't mind doing the trail alone or with others. Doing a portion of the NMBDR does allow for those who may have restrictive availability to join late or peel off early since most areas of the trail are within hours of ABQ.
Do chime in if anybody would like to consider joining. I will keep this intro thread updated as this unfolds.
What is the NMBDR??
The NMBDR is a relatively easy, pre-defined, back country off road/gravel road trail system that spans approximately 1,200 miles across New Mexico. This trail system is an effective way to see the vast, diverse state of New Mexico and get back into remote areas that most never see.
It is a great way for those that have limited experience camping out of their rigs to learn what works for them and shake down their new set ups. This route is somewhat stock friendly. Most of the trails are made up of improved and less improved BLM/Forest Service roads and private roads. Ideally, you would have a low gearbox, AT tires, some skids/armor. You can also consider dragging along a small off-road trailer, if you are into the extra effort/challenges. Most of us use RTT but it is no problem to use ground tents as well.
I like to refer to this type of overlanding as "the dollar store" trail. Because most of the days you are passing through various towns, all with the provisions you might ever need or want. So it is forgiving for those that have less experience overlanding/unplugging or others that just want things to be easy.
Looking forward to a great time. Cheers!
Poupon
Hey fellow HDC club members,
This is an old thread from last year that I am resurrecting.
I have blocked of some time in April to do a portion of the New Mexico Back Country Discovery Route (AKA NMBDR) via overlanding/camp out. I hope that "phase 4" of my 200 major overhaul will be mostly completed by this time. I only mention this because failure to get all the basics sorted for phase 4 may impact my ability to do this run. Please consider this an initial notice.
My current thinking is to head south from ABQ on Wednesday April 16th and camp at a launch point Wednesday night. Then take it easy and cover some of the southern portions of the NMBDR, heading north over the following 4 or 5 nights. I am completely open to other options and don't mind doing the trail alone or with others. Doing a portion of the NMBDR does allow for those who may have restrictive availability to join late or peel off early since most areas of the trail are within hours of ABQ.
Do chime in if anybody would like to consider joining. I will keep this intro thread updated as this unfolds.
What is the NMBDR??
The NMBDR is a relatively easy, pre-defined, back country off road/gravel road trail system that spans approximately 1,200 miles across New Mexico. This trail system is an effective way to see the vast, diverse state of New Mexico and get back into remote areas that most never see.
It is a great way for those that have limited experience camping out of their rigs to learn what works for them and shake down their new set ups. This route is somewhat stock friendly. Most of the trails are made up of improved and less improved BLM/Forest Service roads and private roads. Ideally, you would have a low gearbox, AT tires, some skids/armor. You can also consider dragging along a small off-road trailer, if you are into the extra effort/challenges. Most of us use RTT but it is no problem to use ground tents as well.
I like to refer to this type of overlanding as "the dollar store" trail. Because most of the days you are passing through various towns, all with the provisions you might ever need or want. So it is forgiving for those that have less experience overlanding/unplugging or others that just want things to be easy.
Looking forward to a great time. Cheers!
Poupon
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