Southern California Club Xterra
Southern California Club Xterra => SCCX Xcursions => Topic started by: xtoolbox on December 03, 2008, 09:49:04 PM
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Been a while since I've had a open weekend and thinking this should be a great run this time of year :D
Meets:
12/27 9:30 - Chevron:
12659 Foothill Blvd Etiwanda, CA 91739, US
Exit the I15-E at Foothill Blvd and turn right.
http://tinyurl.com/yeo4xp
For those coming from the other directions:
2nd meet 10:30am - SR 247 / Bessemer Mine Road Intersection (N 34 24.73 116 43.39')
Google Maps: http://tinyurl.com/3d4ymt
RattleSnake Canyon Trail Head:
.7 miles east of mile marker 27 off SR 247
Rattlesnake Canyon [Moderate: ~ 25miles & 4 hours]
Starts off in the high desert washes, passes through a fun rocky, canyon, by some yucca & Joshua trees with a mine site and optional short dry waterfall climb along the way. At the burns canyon intersection we
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Kewl! I'm off that w/e too - I'm there
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I am off that weekend and the twins are with their mother so i think i am in for the over nighter ;D
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I would but cant make it.
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This has always been a good run and one that I will consider doing again.
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Sounds fun.
We're likely go home improvement project cooperating.
Painting done ... we're good to go!
This was fun while I was stock a couple of years ago ... exciting with lots of tight turns, rocks gardens, and water. :D
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Count me in!
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I will be there.
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I'm planning on it, we'll see. Camping for sure. Might have to make a snowboarding run while i'm there this time.
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Since this is a two day trip, is there an itinerary for stops along the way or are we just winging it? I ask 'cause I'm only going for the first day only (my wife is afraid to camp overnight). Go figure! I am trying to convince her, though. Also, what would you guys recommend I bring as far as gear and safety stuff for the X? I'm kinda new to the offroad thing since it was nothing but racecars in the past for me.
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. . . Also, what would you guys recommend I bring as far as gear and safety stuff for the X? . . . .
Since we still have not gotten around to writing up a specific page for this (we had a thorough one on the old site) here are a few things to keep in mind (copied from an earlier post, modified and expanded):
- We hang out at the meet spot for maybe half an hour, unless the trip leader is running late.
- Be sure to arrive at the meet fully fueled. This meet spot is at a Chevron station, so top off when you get there.
- Be sure to bring an FRS radio in working condition, with fully charged batteries. It's not a good idea to depend on someone having a spare to loan out. The channel is always the number of the month, with sub-channel always 24. December is the 12th month, so this run it will be Ch. 12, sub-channel 24.
- If you plan to air down your tires be sure to bring something to air them back up with. You'll be glad you aired down on Rattlesnake Canyon. Costco has an inexpensive compressor that works pretty well for $50.
- Even if you don't plan to camp you should always carry adequate water and food for more than one day. There will be a stop for lunch, so lunch food and a camp chair is nice to have.
- Responsible alcohol consumption at the end of the day in camp only, please refrain while on the trail. No illegal drugs at any time please.
- This run ends in Big Bear, which should be a lot colder than the desert where it starts. Plan accordingly. The first time I did this run several of the roads out of Big Bear that night were closed due to snow. This is much earlier in the season, but you never know.
- As for safety equipment, you should always have a first aid kit, flashlight(s), extra batteries, cutting tool(s), shovel, sturdy gloves, blanket. A list of emergency contacts should be on piece of paper in your glove box.
- Your vehicle should have a full-sized spare tire, it should be the same size as (or very close to) your other tires.
- Your vehicle should have recovery points (tow hooks or attachment point) front and rear.
- Camera.
- Most importantly, a sense of adventure.
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I'm going to try and make the 28th. I have Oz's number so I'll get in touch with him as we get closer.
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Are there any changes since the weather got colder now and there's snow up there? Aside from the need for snow chains?
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Are there any changes since the weather got colder now and there's snow up there? Aside from the need for snow chains?
Yeah, its gunna be funner!
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I don't think I'll be able to make it this year.
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I've been wanting to check out 2N02. If I recall it comes out at east side of Baldwin Lake.
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some of my friends will be going up this weekend. I will send you their pictures once they post. last I heard, they have an additional 12 inches of snow this morning.
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For those going Sunday, where is the general meeting place?
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Wow lots of snow! :o
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damn, I'd love to do this, but Me and Em are 100% unprepared
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I think it should be ok for the run in my opinion. BB should be getting snow next week, but on the day of the run it looks like it won't snow. I plan on meeting you at the meet spot on Bessemer Rd.
Here's a link to the 10 day forecast for BB Lake. http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USCA0094?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared
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Hey Oz are you going up on sunday? if so let me know
And cool pics looks like you guys had a great time
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Hey Oz are you going up on sunday? if so let me know
And cool pics looks like you guys had a great time
No I'm doing just Saturday - its only an hour from me and dont feel like camping
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We're going to get another storm this week with some good snow totals and rain! :o
That trail up the canyon ought to be full of water and snow ... sounds fun.
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I didn't see it, but are you guys still planning to go up Rattlesnake?
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Yes we're starting off in Rattlesnake Cyn :D
Depending on the time & group at the the Burns Canyon/2n02 intersection those that want to can head up to Big Bear on 2N02 or the other direction (Burns) towards Pioneertown/Yucca Valley. Doubt we will have enough time to run any trails on saturday in Big Bear but the access route up should be fun.
Bring what you have, no worries about chains: lunch, food, drinks, and a 4x4 vehicle should do just fine.
ultrapc40 would you mind moving the photos to the picture & video forum to cut down on the clutter 8)
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hey Brian i removed the pictures.
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We'll meet you at the trail head at 34.41150,-116.7239 as we're coming up thru Mornogo Valley.
The weather is calling for snow and we'll be near 4000 feet up and Saturday night it ought to hit freezing but not much colder than that. I think the weather is going to make this trip lots of fun!
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Happy Holidays to all. ;D I am in for sure. This is gonna be a great run again. I'll be camping for sure. Are Brian, and Paul the only others camping?
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Me and Diana want to go but have to leave to pick up her kid early Sunday so we will not be camping Saturday unless we are stuck - I am assuming there is an exit point heading out to Pioneer town- I also am assuming I do not need chains. ??? ???
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yes i would like to go but no snow chains... and its christmas .... too last minute to be able to get a set. do you guys think a close to stock pathy is okay for this run? i will bring straps & tools just in case.
You still have Friday - Im sure there will be some places open to buy chains
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You don't need chains, 4x4 truck will do fine.
Big Bear is just one option after rattlesnake, some will be heading out toward Yucca Valley.
If you want to go up to BB: even if cal trans has the chains required for the roads which will most likely be lifted by saturday if you have a 4 wheel drive with M&S tires (stock on all X's) you're fine or exempt :D
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For those doing big bear I just got here. Took the back way from orange ave off I10. Took 5 hours. I heard the front was even worse. There was also a chain check but if you have 4wd with snow tires, as you should, you just need to carry chains. Just an FYI. I know we aren't taking that road tomorrow. should be fun. I'll see you at Bessemer mine rd in the am. I know frs is 12 24, but I'll also be on cb channel 12 if anyone has that too.
Jeff
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I don't have chains and aren't buying them. I'll run east on the 10 to 62 and then head north though Morongo and Yuca Valley. It it's going to take five hours to do those 30 miles you can count me out! We'll make the effort to be sure but I don't do traffic. If chains are required to come down out of Big Bear I might end up running though to Pioneer Town and then down the east side.
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I'm out. Have fun.
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OK it looks like chains will not be required up the front way.
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I'm out. Have fun.
I was never actually completely in but now I'm out too. To much to do and not enough days off to do it all.
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Sorry, i'm out. tried my best to make this one :(
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Well sounds like a lot of people are bailing. Not that I blame you. Roads today up here were awful. Since I don't want to deal with these roads again and I don't want to show up to a spot when no one else does, which has happened before, I guess I'm out too.
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Show up there will be about six trucks at the meets :D
The back route we're going is clear no chains, roads just fine, don't worry be happy. Weather is looking great, going to be fun times.
Call me if you any q's 310-six one eight-4819
FRS channel 12, sub 24. CB 4
Brian
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::) It's just a little snow... This is to good of a run to pass up. I'll see you at 9:30 Brian, and anyone else that isn't bailing. :P :D
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::) It's just a little snow... This is to good of a run to pass up. I'll see you at 9:30 Brian, and anyone else that isn't bailing. :P :D
'fraid i'm out too for other reasons~ have fun and be safe!
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So it's the three of us? :-[
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Well sounds like a lot of people are bailing. Not that I blame you. Roads today up here were awful. Since I don't want to deal with these roads again and I don't want to show up to a spot when no one else does, which has happened before, I guess I'm out too.
Go dude. I love this drive and would be there if I could but I don't think it's in the card today.
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;D Just got back from the trail run and I LOVED IT! THANK YOU SO MUCH GUYS, IT WAS A BLAST! I just hope we have another local one again soon!
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I made it and it was great. The mud and snow made for some great wheeling. Thanks everyone.
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Glad to hear you and your family had a good time.
The canyon was completely different from the last time we ran it with the snow packing in some of the bumps and hiding rocks. I'll take my flat tire in on Monday for replacement and take some time to practice with my Hi-Lift jack. We had planned on camping out tonight but tonight's expected low is just 9 degrees.
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I'm bumbed
sorry i misted it
glad to see you guys had a great time
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EPIC ;D all time Rattlesnake run , thanks for the 6 trucks & everybody for the great times 8)
(http://www.fototime.com/661282FCD31E0BA/standard.jpg)
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I'm going to wear my mud for a few days to get "trail creds" before washing the truck for the trip to America's Tire with the torn sidewall. ;)
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EPIC for sure. Glad we had a 6 truck turn out. This was a perfect run for me to get back into the swing of things.
I'm doing the same thing Paul, leaving the mud as it lays for a few days. Actually i'm waiting for the hobby shop to open up on base on the 2nd, so i can use the lift and power washer to get the undercarrage at the same time.
Thanks again for a great run. Hope to see you all out soon.
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Looks like I missed out on a fun time - all the pictures are GREAT
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What happened to the Picture that was up? Are there any more?