Arizona Fall VX Gathering II...Trip report

[TJ04]

Likewise Triathelete! We should do a run together sometime. I'm planning a run to the Coke Ovens/Box Canyon trail when it cools off a little? It's a great trail that stock 4X4 vehicles can do fine. You and your group are welcome to tag along. I'll let you know when it will be later on. It will probably be more towards the end of October to early November.

Only me and another guy went up that nasty section. The others took the bypass. I have made it up that one obstacle several times in the past but have not been able to the last two times I've been up there. It's amazing how water can move huge boulders around. I had to winch myself and the other guy up that obstacle before proceeding up the Boulder garden. We had a blast!

I give you guys a lot of credit for taking those VX's where you did! Great pics!

Hopefully I'll see you guys on the trail again!

Until next time, Wheel On VX'ers!!

TJ04

[Triathlete]

So, which of these best describes this trail?

3.5 Challenging 4WD trail: Challenging trails on which low range 4WD is required. You will encounter a variety of more difficult challenges (loose rocks, large potholes, steep inclines, and large rocks) on these trails. Not recommended with stock 4WD vehicle. Traction device (limited slip) in rear differential, aggressive tread and low air pressure highly recommended. Higher than stock ground clearance is advisable. Moderate experience and driving skill advised. Likely paint damage, possible rocker-panel damage

OR

4.0 Difficult trail: These trails traverse very rugged terrain; low-range 4WD is required. Higher than stock ground clearance is required. Aggressive tread and low air pressure are required. Traction Devices (Lockers or limited-slip) in the differentials (front and rear), lift, and larger tires are highly recommended. These trails require above average Off-Road driving skills. High-Lift jacks and winches would also be helpful. There will likely be paint damage and possible vehicle body and/or mechanical damage

OR

4.5 Extreme trail: These trails cross extremely rugged terrain with very steep inclines, large boulders, and potentially dangerous situations. These trails require modified vehicles, including lift, lockers, and over-sized tires. A High level of Off-Road driving skill is required. There will likely be paint damage, possible vehicle body and/or mechanical damage. There are possibilities of rollovers. Winches are recommended.

[Triathlete]

TJ04, I'll keep that trip in mind. We ran that trail about a year ago and at that time it wasn't bad at all. Heck, e even had a jeep with us! J/K! If its the last weekend of Oct I'll be missing it though since I'll be in your backyard racing (Tempe actually).
Do you guys have a website that you generally hang out on?

[TJ04]

I would rate the trail a 3.5 to 3.5+, the obstacle and boulder garden after it is a good 4.

We hang out on http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/

You'll find out that we are a friendly group and have several non jeepers. Just be prepared for some friendly razzing. We do it all the time after a run, it's all part of the fun!

[Triathlete]

That was one of the first web sites I found when I started wheeling! And as you can tell we do our share of razzing also! Other places I can be found are Pirate, wheeling Arizona and the 4x4wire all under the same name.

[TJ04]

That's cool, I'm Desertdawg on the AZVJC.

I'll be in Tucson Oct 15th running Char Gap. I heard it's a good trail. Looking forward to it.

Is that the Rock & Roll marathon in Tempe your racing or something else?

How long have you been in Tucson? I retired from the Air Force at DM. Used to live off of Cortaro Rd. That area sure has changed!

[Triathlete]

Will be doing the SOMA Half Ironman. I am on the far SW side of Tucson. Lived here over 30 years.

[TucsonVX]

Let me get those small rocks out of your way

Victor zig and zag among the rocks



VX's with a one light wink



Billy check's for loose rocks



Victor grinds the rocks to dust



Regina and Billy at the Tire fountain



The sunset from our camp site.

[TucsonVX]

Larger tires do not make your vehical stock

[VCAMILO]

Thank you all for all the pictures...(my camera battery was dead)

[LeDonovan]

Billy (TriAthlete),

The first step is admitting there is a problem....Bob (VXCaver) and I have Tuscon Memorial working on a straight jacket mod that wouldn't be 100% restrictive and we sincerely pray that you'll give it a shot....recovery can be painful!

You guys are crazy and need to check Webster's for the definition of "trail"! I would have probably been in a straight jacket before Sunday afternoon, although my mom said it looked like a cake walk!!

Will see you guys in Tuscon for the "easy" 17 mile trail before the year end!!

LeDonovan

[Triathlete]

I will be up in Tempe the weekend of the 29/30 to race. If any of you guys would like maybe we can get together for dinner. I'll post something up in a few days.

[VCAMILO]

I should be around... We should go do my Canyon Lake trail. Is about 35 mins from Tempe. Technical stuff w/no rocks and a huge rock wall to climb at the end.

[impalerv]

Sorry for the late reply. It's been a very busy week. Anyway, I want to thank you folks for showing a city slicker how it's done in the west. I'll try to get those pictures posted ASAP. Looking forward to the next outing. :grinr: :coolg:

Drop me an email if you're planning to hang out in Phoenix.

[TJ04]

We should go do my Canyon Lake trail. Is about 35 mins from Tempe. Technical stuff w/no rocks and a huge rock wall to climb at the end.

VCamilo,

Where is this trail your talking about? Canyon Lake is my favorite lake. I didn't know there was a 4X4 trail around there.