UPDATE May 28th, 2025 - @Poupon heads out to Queen NM to begin NMBDD (phase 2).
UPDATE April 8th, 2025 - @pappy/@TOYOTARIG to co-lead
Hey fellow HDC club members,
UPDATED May 28th, 2025
I finally got my truck back with most of Phase 4 completed. I am all packed up and heading towards Weed NM or Queen NM to spend the night somewhere near or on the trail Wednesday night May 28th. I am alone but happy to meet anybody that wishes to join. I am provisioned for 5 nights but may bail earlier, depending on how things shake down and the mood.
Cheers!
Poupon
Based on the progress of my phase 4 build, it is probable that things will not be sorted in time for me to lead the group on the 19th. However, Jon and Ron have both agreed to co-lead the start of the adventure - the trip is still on. But I am not planning to make it by the 19th. I am still going to try to catch up to the group, if possible.
As a moderator, @pappy is able to keep this intro message updated as we get closer to the event. Do let me know if you have any questions.
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" overhaul of my 200 series Land Cruiser 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. But Dom over at Adaptive Vehicle Solutions has high confidence that he will have most things sorted. Please consider this an initial notice.
My current thinking is to head south from ABQ onWednesday April 16th Saturday April 19th and camp at a launch point Wednesday Saturday 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.
Short Version of Video of NMBDR
Long Version of Video of NMBDR
Download the NMBDR map here
Looking forward to a great time. Cheers!
Poupon
UPDATE April 8th, 2025 - @pappy/@TOYOTARIG to co-lead
Hey fellow HDC club members,
UPDATED May 28th, 2025
I finally got my truck back with most of Phase 4 completed. I am all packed up and heading towards Weed NM or Queen NM to spend the night somewhere near or on the trail Wednesday night May 28th. I am alone but happy to meet anybody that wishes to join. I am provisioned for 5 nights but may bail earlier, depending on how things shake down and the mood.
Cheers!
Poupon
Based on the progress of my phase 4 build, it is probable that things will not be sorted in time for me to lead the group on the 19th. However, Jon and Ron have both agreed to co-lead the start of the adventure - the trip is still on. But I am not planning to make it by the 19th. I am still going to try to catch up to the group, if possible.
As a moderator, @pappy is able to keep this intro message updated as we get closer to the event. Do let me know if you have any questions.
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" overhaul of my 200 series Land Cruiser 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. But Dom over at Adaptive Vehicle Solutions has high confidence that he will have most things sorted. Please consider this an initial notice.
My current thinking is to head south from ABQ on
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.
Short Version of Video of NMBDR
Long Version of Video of NMBDR
Download the NMBDR map here
Looking forward to a great time. Cheers!
Poupon
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