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Airbus899
07-05-2016, 09:09 PM
We will be heading into the Rubicon Friday night at 8:00pm. Camping 1/2 mile in, just before Gatekeeper. (Same spot as last trip) Those that want to come in Saturday morning I can meet you at the parking area at 8:30am and lead you in. Camping at Bucks lake Saturday night. Sunday Play some on Cadillac hill then back to the tow rigs.

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Jeepalive
07-06-2016, 01:03 AM
Hopefully my foot is better so I can get back to work and I will be there! Should know by the end of the month when I go back to the doctor.

CHbeer
07-06-2016, 06:34 PM
I'll try to make it but there is some things i need to do like get a new trailer and reset 1 of my front axles dam thing did not pop already the way in found out at Cisco Grove

Pipelayer
07-07-2016, 07:10 AM
I'm gonna try to make it Ben, not sure about work schedule.


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neil11975
07-07-2016, 07:13 AM
Can't wait.
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Airbus899
07-07-2016, 11:22 AM
We will be heading into the Rubicon Friday night at 8:00pm. Camping 1/2 mile in, just before Gatekeeper. (Same spot as last trip) Those that want to come in Saturday morning I can meet you at the parking area at 8:30am and lead you in. Camping at Bucks lake Saturday night. Sunday Play some on Cadillac hill then back to the tow rigs.

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2tracker
07-24-2016, 08:09 PM
I would like to do this ride. I'm coming from the Reno direction. What' the best way to get to there (directions)? Thanks

Jeepalive
07-24-2016, 08:27 PM
I would like to do this ride. I'm coming from the Reno direction. What' the best way to get to there (directions)? Thanks

Go into Carson take 50 through south lake you will be taking a right onto ice house road follow ice house and it ends at loon lake which is the trail head

Jeepalive
07-24-2016, 08:31 PM
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CHbeer
07-24-2016, 09:19 PM
I should have my new trailer by then so put me on list pls

2tracker
07-25-2016, 10:59 AM
Thanks for the directions. Please add me to the ride list.

Airbus899
07-25-2016, 01:29 PM
We will be heading into the Rubicon Friday night at 8:00pm. Camping 1/2 mile in, just before Gatekeeper. (Same spot as last trip) Those that want to come in Saturday morning I can meet you at the parking area at 8:30am and lead you in. Camping at Bucks lake Saturday night. Sunday Play some on Cadillac hill then back to the tow rigs.

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Jeepalive
07-25-2016, 02:33 PM
Thanks for the directions. Please add me to the ride list.

If my ankle is better by this trip you can follow me up if you'd like.

Jakeman
07-30-2016, 10:09 AM
I would like to join all of you.

norcalrob
07-30-2016, 07:12 PM
i think i might join in on this one too

Airbus899
07-31-2016, 06:57 PM
We will be heading into the Rubicon Friday night at 8:00pm. Camping 1/2 mile in, just before Gatekeeper. (Same spot as last trip) Those that want to come in Saturday morning I can meet you at the parking area at 8:30am and lead you in. Camping at Bucks lake Saturday night. Sunday Play some on Cadillac hill then back to the tow rigs.

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1) Airbus899
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3) Neil11975
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5) Jeepalive
6) CH beer
7) Pipelayer
8) 2tracker
9) Jakeman
10) norcalrob

It's going to be a Blast!!


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Jeepalive
07-31-2016, 08:55 PM
Camping same spot as last time on Friday night?

Airbus899
07-31-2016, 11:12 PM
Camping same spot as last time on Friday night?

Yes, same spot[emoji1360]


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2tracker
08-05-2016, 06:07 PM
Go into Carson take 50 through south lake you will be taking a right onto ice house road follow ice house and it ends at loon lake which is the trail head

Does the pavement end at the trail head? Is it near the dam? Is there cell service? Thanks

CHbeer
08-05-2016, 06:40 PM
No phone service and yes at dam LOON LAKE

2tracker
08-05-2016, 06:42 PM
Do I need a parking permit for the truck/trailer at the trail head and if so where do I get one.

Jeepalive
08-05-2016, 07:12 PM
Does the pavement end at the trail head? Is it near the dam? Is there cell service? Thanks

Yes pavement ends at the second dam at Loon Lake, once you get to the dam you'll see where everyone is parked down below.

Jeepalive
08-05-2016, 07:13 PM
We can meet up in Reno and follow up there if you'd like?

Airbus899
08-05-2016, 08:18 PM
Do I need a parking permit for the truck/trailer at the trail head and if so where do I get one.

No parking permit needed. If we want a campfire we do need a permit for that. Definitely no cell service but we will have our Rugged radios on. Channel "Bajaapts"


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Jakeman
08-05-2016, 09:34 PM
Hey jeepalive, when are you planning on leaving? I am in sparks thinking of leaving late morning.

Jeepalive
08-05-2016, 11:17 PM
I have a doctor appointment at 2 so it would be around 3 or 4, I can see about making it earlier though to leave sooner if need be

2tracker
08-06-2016, 08:51 PM
No parking permit needed. If we want a campfire we do need a permit for that. Definitely no cell service but we will have our Rugged radios on. Channel "Bajaapts"


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OK, thx

2tracker
08-06-2016, 08:57 PM
We can meet up in Reno and follow up there if you'd like?

That works. Let me know when and where. Thx

Jakeman
08-06-2016, 10:22 PM
I have a doctor appointment at 2 so it would be around 3 or 4, I can see about making it earlier though to leave sooner if need be

No need to change your schedule. Thank you for the offer. We will see you up there.

2tracker
08-09-2016, 02:27 PM
Just a heads up, looks like a jeep group (25-30 rigs) will be going the same way, same time. http://www.rubicontrail.org/

2tracker
08-13-2016, 03:42 PM
Haven't seen anything lately. Hoping this ride is still on for next fri, sat and sun?

Airbus899
08-13-2016, 05:21 PM
Oh yah it's still on!! Going to be a blast!!http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160814/b2fa59943bfb02cfa99053eeaed99d43.jpg


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Beer Mod
08-13-2016, 07:00 PM
Nice!

2tracker
08-13-2016, 09:09 PM
Great, gettin the gear together to head that way soon!

neil11975
08-14-2016, 09:44 AM
I will be getting our stuff loaded up this week. The rzr's suspension is already set up

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neil11975
08-14-2016, 09:45 AM
Josh, we are going to miss you on these trips. I think you need another rzr. Lol

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Jeepalive
08-14-2016, 06:58 PM
Getting everything ready Thursday. What time are people leaving from Reno area?

2tracker
08-16-2016, 11:15 AM
Not going to make it this year after all. Last minute business has come up. Hope to make it next time.

Ed & Charlene
08-16-2016, 05:03 PM
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Jakeman
08-16-2016, 10:15 PM
Getting everything ready Thursday. What time are people leaving from Reno area?


I plan on heading out around lunch time. We can caravan if you are leaving around then.

Jeepalive
08-16-2016, 10:26 PM
I plan on heading out around lunch time. We can caravan if you are leaving around then.

I will be heading out around 2:30- 3, have to wait for my brother to get off work then we are heading out.

Pipelayer
08-18-2016, 11:22 AM
Ben, I'm going to have to miss this one, I've got to work this weekend.


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Airbus899
08-18-2016, 01:09 PM
Ben, I'm going to have to miss this one, I've got to work this weekend.


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Bummer Jeff!! I'm thinking sick day....... Lol. Next time buddy!


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Airbus899
08-18-2016, 01:14 PM
***Updated list***[QUOTE=Airbus899;29179]We will be heading into the Rubicon Friday night at 8:00pm. Camping 1/2 mile in, just before Gatekeeper. (Same spot as last trip) Those that want to come in Saturday morning I can meet you at the parking area at 8:30am and lead you in. Camping at Bucks lake Saturday night. Sunday Play some on Cadillac hill then back to the tow rigs.

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1) Airbus899
2) Mrs.Airbus
3) Neil11975
4) Hart's UTV
5) Jeepalive
6) CH beer
7) Jakeman
8) norcalrob
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10)

One more day..........!!
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Airbus899
08-18-2016, 01:15 PM
***Updated list***[QUOTE=Airbus899;29179]We will be heading into the Rubicon Friday night at 8:00pm. Camping 1/2 mile in, just before Gatekeeper. (Same spot as last trip) Those that want to come in Saturday morning I can meet you at the parking area at 8:30am and lead you in. Camping at Bucks lake Saturday night. Sunday Play some on Cadillac hill then back to the tow rigs.

Sign Up :

1) Airbus899
2) Mrs.Airbus
3) Neil11975
4) Hart's UTV
5) Jeepalive
6) CH beer
7) Jakeman
8) norcalrob
9)
10)

One more day..........!!
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Pipelayer
08-18-2016, 01:28 PM
Bummer Jeff!! I'm thinking sick day....... Lol. Next time buddy!


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For sure, if it cancels, I'll be there but, it's not looking like it. Scrape up a few rocks for me.[emoji106]


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neil11975
08-18-2016, 04:07 PM
Ben, I'm going to have to miss this one, I've got to work this weekend.


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That stinks Jeff. I was looking forward to riding with you again.

Pipelayer
08-18-2016, 07:54 PM
That stinks Jeff. I was looking forward to riding with you again.

It's still possible but , not likely. Hopefully, it's not too crowded for you guys. I wanted to try out my new skid plates and belt fan. Hope to see you on the next one Niel[emoji106]


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Jeepalive
08-19-2016, 10:19 AM
Loading up and should be heading out around 2:30, hoping to get there earlier and setup for the night so if anyone is getting there earlier and doesn't know where the first camp site is let me know and I can come find you at the staging, will be on channel "bajaapts" when we get there

CHbeer
08-19-2016, 10:36 AM
Im hoping to get there about 4 or 5

neil11975
08-19-2016, 12:11 PM
We are leaving redding about 2 or 2:30. Probably be there about about 7:30 or 8:00.

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Jeepalive
08-19-2016, 02:39 PM
Just got in the truck heading out from reno right now

Airbus899
08-19-2016, 02:39 PM
We had some stuff come up today that may delay until the morning. So we will either be there 9ish tonight or at 8:00am tomorrow at the camp site. Looking forward to a cool weather fun weekend!! My Cell is 530-321-4526


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CHbeer
08-19-2016, 04:42 PM
Okay we're close we're in Placerville at In-N-Out

Jeepalive
08-19-2016, 05:04 PM
Turning on to icehouse now see every in a little

neil11975
08-19-2016, 05:47 PM
We are in woodland. It will still be awhile for us.

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Pipelayer
08-21-2016, 06:10 PM
Looks like a great trip. I'm bummed that I had to miss it.


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Airbus899
08-21-2016, 06:23 PM
Looks like a great trip. I'm bummed that I had to miss it.


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We missed you Guys too!! see you on the next Run! We may plan a 3rd Rubicon trip this year....[emoji1360]


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Pipelayer
08-21-2016, 06:31 PM
We missed you Guys too!! see you on the next Run! We may plan a 3rd Rubicon trip this year....[emoji1360]


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Great!, I'll be watching for it. Looks like you had great weather. Was the trail crowded?


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Airbus899
08-21-2016, 10:13 PM
Great!, I'll be watching for it. Looks like you had great weather. Was the trail crowded?


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Not to bad. We came up on only a few groups that pulled over & let us by when there was a spot. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160822/3d70e17d0f7b4a0af9ecd3e83be578ac.jpg


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norcalrob
08-24-2016, 05:58 AM
I'll keep my eyes open for the next trip
Would be tough but i wonder if old sluice is doable in a sxs?

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Pipelayer
08-25-2016, 06:30 PM
Not to bad. We came up on only a few groups that pulled over & let us by when there was a spot. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160822/3d70e17d0f7b4a0af9ecd3e83be578ac.jpg


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Ben, how did the rhino lining on your suspension hold up on the rocks


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Airbus899
08-26-2016, 06:29 AM
Ben, how did the rhino lining on your suspension hold up on the rocks


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Jeff, it held up real good. Few spots that got cut up but overall wayyyyyyy stronger than powder coat.


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Pipelayer
08-26-2016, 09:04 AM
Cool! I'm thinking about having mine done[emoji106]


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