5th Annual Front Range 4x4 Anniversary Run

[Chris]

I'm getting this on the calendar early since some other runs are being planned far in advance.

This is the official posting of the 5th Annual Front Range 4x4 Anniversary Run. We'll run the trail and have lunch with grills & good food, plenty of time to meet other folks. Family friendly, bring your kids, dogs & good attitude!

This is an easy trail so everyone can attend. Pure stock trucks are fine and there are enough optional obstacles for built trucks to have fun too.

Please RSVP so we know you'll be there!

Link to RSVP: http://www.frontrange4x4.com/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2013-3-9&e=534&c=1

Due to sparse interest in members soliciting donations I'm suggesting we drop it altogether.

Anyone interested in being the overall organizer post up. The same goes for food oranizer and maybe a run organizer if deemed one's needed. :thumb:

[Southparkjk]

Sorry guys looks like I'll miss another one I dont get back from the Gulf till the 11th. I was looking forward to making one of theses and in joy some of the fine food and meet with all the good folks of FR and doing some 4x4. Guess I can hope to make it next year...I sure was looking forward to eating some of ColoDisco's food I seen on here that it's the best you will ever eat..:cheers:....I guess another day maybe.

[Coonburger]

i got finals for one of my classes on that day iam going to see if the teacher will let me take it early , itll be a sweet time to take out the wifes' jeep and let her wheel it a bit.

[Brad]

We will have another chance later Richard. I was not planning on smoking meat for this as we are entertaining camping there the night before. :thumb:

[Southparkjk]

Sounds good to me. Camping sounds like lots of fun wish I was going to be there well I hope every one in joys and be safe and take lots of pic's

[xaza]

Have any plans been made for the trail run itself. I have never been to an Anniversary run or China Wall altogether. Do we divide into groups and meet at the lunch spot?

[Jackie]

Cliff, usually everyone meets at the lunch spot right away. It's a huge clearing with plenty of room to park and set up tables, grills etc. We have always broken up into small groups and allowed enough time for the groups to spread out. A few groups might go before lunch and then more groups might go after lunch. There have been trail organizers in the past, but I haven't seen anyone volunteer this year. I've also never seen any kind of "group assignment" going on, it's just kind of been small groups forming on their own through conversation. IMHO, it's best to just go in groups of about 6 rigs to help keep from bottle-necking.

[Pathrat]

Something I would add....
before taking off, especially if you see that there are not that many people left at the lunch spot, ask if you can help clean up. Last year a few people were left with the responsibility of cleaning up and watching the leftovers so nothing flew away, etc, while everyone else was on the trails. Take turns, be considerate.
thanks.

[The StRanger]

Something I would add....
before taking off, especially if you see that there are not that many people left at the lunch spot, ask if you can help clean up. Last year a few people were left with the responsibility of cleaning up and watching the leftovers so nothing flew away, etc, while everyone else was on the trails. Take turns, be considerate.
thanks.

yes, Agreed...

[thebacardigod]

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[Java]

I thought I'd have to choose between this run and skiing, but check out the sliding... and is that Charles Wells from Fun Treks at 3:20 or so?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLWxwgOSA5A

[Java]

this one is cool too:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHgHkdMHA9g

[Chris]

is that Charles Wells from Fun Treks

Yes that was Chuck.

[Pathrat]

ahhh, back when the Pig was stock and I wasn't a blonde.

[ctracy5]

I will have to see if my mark is still on the wall from last year lol!. Can't wait to get out there hopefully I can get my lift on in time for the run!!

[Clickpopboom]

I've never been on this trail before, am I gonna have problems with my crappy Wrangler RT/S tires?
http://www.treadsource.com/images/M/GY_Wrangler_RTS.jpg

[94ToyBear]

Unable to see the trail run date. What date is it on?

[Robert B]

Kelly those tires will do fine.....might even do better on the wall than mine as it is a smooth rock

[Chris]

Unable to see the trail run date. What date is it on?March 9th

[Rick]

Kelly those tires will do fine...X2,not that bad of a trail

[trailfiend]

What's the latest word on the trail condition? I know it looks like more snow for that area on Friday and likely Saturday...

[Rick]

What's the latest word on the trail condition?flat and bumpy with a chance of fun:D

[trailfiend]

flat and bumpy with a chance of fun

:2thumbup::2thumbup::2thumbup:

A work project has come up that may end up preventing me from joining, but I'll do what I can! It would be great to see everyone.

[ctracy5]

flat and bumpy with a chance of fun:D

X2!!

[tonkatoy]

my big block is ready for snow.:steer:

[Rick]

my big block is ready for snow.me too! Snow will make china wall just that much funner

[Tom]

I'm turning wimpy. Having driven in more snow than I care to, 27 inches from Cody to Denver, Blizzard from Denver to Chicago, lived in MN., and Gunnison, I'm likely going to back out unless the forecast changes.

If someone wants to bring my propane stove and chicken I'll be happy to provide them. Have to be local are Longmont/Boulder.

[transplant87]

I was wondering if i could catch a ride with someone

[ctracy5]

I am coming down from Fort Collins in the morning and should have some room. I was planning on camping with some buddies tonight and doing the trail in the morning but they all back out on me last min. so now I will just had down Saturday morning. Were you looking to meet somewhere or need to get picked up in Aurora.

[Fordguy77]

I made it home, but can't talk Katey into letting me steal the dakota, so I'm out as always. There's always next years.

[Chris]

I'm turning wimpy. Having driven in more snow than I care to, 27 inches from Cody to Denver, Blizzard from Denver to Chicago, lived in MN., and Gunnison, I'm likely going to back out unless the forecast changes.

I expect the forecast to be inaccurate as is common, if it's accurate and we have blizzard conditions I think staying off the roads is the smart thing to do. A few inches of snow, no big deal...

[Jackie]

Blizzard from Denver to Chicago, lived in MN.

If it's the same blizzard we drove through on our way from Denver to MN, it took us an entire day just to make it to the WY border. We tried 76 to Nebraska, but they shut down the hwy and we had to go back and try a different route. So many up-side-down cars and trucks... I'll never do it again.

[Native ZJ]

What Do Yo Think The Chances Of 285 Closing Are? Should Folks Plan A Second Route Back to Denver?

[Chris]

Hey Tom, didn't know you're another former Minnesotan. A bunch of us here...

[transplant87]

I am coming down from Fort Collins in the morning and should have some room. I was planning on camping with some buddies tonight and doing the trail in the morning but they all back out on me last min. so now I will just had down Saturday morning. Were you looking to meet somewhere or need to get picked up in Aurora. my blazer is down due to a blown radiator and bad plates so if you could pick me up i can try and get some gas money to toss your way

[Tom]

Hey Tom, didn't know you're another former Minnesotan. A bunch of us here...I was there about 14 years. Worst 14 years weather wise of my life. Grew up in CO, move to WY where I met my wife, we then went to MT, from MT to MN where she was raised, then back here in 2000.

[Tom]

If it's the same blizzard we drove through on our way from Denver to MN, it took us an entire day just to make it to the WY border. We tried 76 to Nebraska, but they shut down the hwy and we had to go back and try a different route. So many up-side-down cars and trucks... I'll never do it again. Mine was in the 1970's at Christmas. Promised my girl friend I drive her.

[Chris]

Yeah, I hear you! We spent 25 years there and every winter Barb would say "This is the last winter I can handle" and finally we made it here.

[Jackie]

I left Mn when was I was 21 and never looked back. Still have to make the drive once in a while, but I'd never live there again. The blizzard I was talking about was the recent year that we had 2 storms back-to-back right before Christmas. The worst I've ever seen it here in CO. It was kind of fun though. :D We were driving our 2WD minivan! By the time we got to I-80, it was after dark and we were seeing black ice and hearing mixed reports on whether the hwy was open or not. We grabbed a hotel.

[Tom]

I left Mn when was I was 21 and never looked back. Still have to make the drive once in a while, but I'd never live there again. The blizzard I was talking about was the recent year that we had 2 storms back-to-back right before Christmas. The worst I've ever seen it here in CO. It was kind of fun though. :D We were driving our 2WD minivan! By the time we got to I-80, it was after dark and we were seeing black ice and hearing mixed reports on whether the hwy was open or not. We grabbed a hotel.I've not been back. Told my wife the only way I'd go back is when someone in her family died.

[ExplorerTom]

This storm should make for some good pictures/stories.

I'll all for adventures, but I think you guys are nuts for intentionally heading out with a big storm hitting that day.

[Rick]

What Do Yo Think The Chances Of 285 Closing Are?out through the springs if it does but it wont close.

[Tom]

out through the springs if it does but it wont close.I've seen Kenosha closed before.

[Tom]

I'll bet most everyone here doesn't know why birds fly upside down over MN.


Nothing worth poopin on in MN. And you know what the state bird is I hope...

[Rick]

I've seen Kenosha closed before.tryin to be optomistic

[Jackie]

Rick - see PM coming in a minute or two...

[pictaker]

Is there a plan B if it is this "blizzard" all the weather forecasters are freaking out about?

[Rick]

Is there a plan Bplan B is China Wall :D

[Brad]

Plan B is Jenn and I sleep in the RTT while waiting for the pass or I-25 to open! :D

[Rick]

Plan B is Jenn and I sleep in the RTT while waiting for the pass or I-25 to open!Can we BBQ in it too!!!!

[Tom]

WeatherBug doppler on my tablet already showing heavy snow hitting Genesee, Evergreen, Kenosha Mountains

[Rick]

hitting Genesee, Evergreennot true for these two, Im working up there

[scout man]

Hey Fordboy, if you can get yourself down to castle rock in the morning you can ride up with me! I intend to go through the springs though since its the same distance either way and there is less chance of snow that way.

[Tom]

not true for these two, Im working up thereNot weather bug but here's the doppler
http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/denver-co/weather-radar?play=1

[ctracy5]

What a load :mad:, just got a ton of school work for this weekend. I can't afford to let my grades slip sorry guys count me out. :frown:

[Rick]

just got a ton of school work for this weekend.:rolleyes:

[Brad]

What a load :mad:, just got a ton of school work for this weekend. I can't afford to let my grades slip sorry guys count me out. :frown:

Thats what Sunday is for. :thumb:

[Tom]

I just marked myself as a no. Gonna play it safe and wimpy. And shovel snow all day.

[ctracy5]

I already had a project in my design class that is due that I was already planning on all nighters Saturday and Sunday and now I have Macro Econ, Spanish, and Irrigation work to do. I still have to do a full Google Sketch up model of my design and prepare a sales presentation for it. I can't afford to take a day off this weekend. And on top of that I have revisions to do for one of my paying clients by the mid part of next week.
I am always a prime example of I never have money when I have time and I never have time when I have money.

[Jackie]

Hey - you picked a good weekend to dbl-up on the school work. pop some popcorn and get to work! There will be more runs.

[ctracy5]

I have a lot of Redbull that was for the trip but now its for homework, Its is CSU's spring break the week after next so I am planning on doing something that week. I will plan something out and get it posted.

I am just bummed that I worked so hard to get my lift on and now it doesn't matter.

[Jackie]

I worked so hard to get my lift on and now it doesn't matter.
What??? Of course it matters! There will be more runs.

(OMG - I sound like a mother!!!")

[Chris]

That's pretty much unavoidable Jackie, it's just a problem when you start sounding like your mother!

[Jackie]

My mother would have said... "What-ever. Don't be late for dinner".

[Brad]

China wall snag. I just got a call from Steve(scout man) who heard from Big Ed who is at China Wall, the area we normally use has been shut down by the forest service. We need a alternate gathering area, any suggestions?

possibly the area right at the wall? There is a clearing just past it.

[Jackie]

Has the hill going UP to that spot been closed??? I'm not familiar with another way up. (Doesn't mean there isn't one). Did Ed say if it's snowing yet? We got nuthin' here so far.

[Brad]

Yes it has. According to Ed. That is all the info I got.

[scout man]

The trail itself is open, but all of the meadowsaare closed except the one right by the road. Will have to gather there.

[Brad]

Just talked to Ed, he said it is dry and the area about a 1/2 mile up the road is clear, right before you head up the first hill and there is plenty of room. He is setting up camp for the night there. He is setting up markers for us to follow.

[Southparkjk]

We have about 3/4" at this time here at FairPlay and it is still coming down but not to hard yet.

[Robert B]

ed messaged me too lol that he is up there ...should be fun!!

[Bunyon & Babe]

Snowing now pretty good here at the house , but Tarryall is a world away when it comes to what the weather is doing across South Park. We could have a lot more or a lot less over at the run tomorrow > got 3" here and still coming . Either way tomorrow should be fun

[sdhill]

As of now, still no snow in Conifer.

[Rick]

snowing a little here at 470 & Bowles but nothing on the roads

[Chris]

All packed, ready to go, but can't. :mad:

I won't bore you with details, take lotsof pics & have the great time I planned to have.

[sdhill]

It started snowing at 5:30 am up here, it's coming down fairly good now. We have just about an inch now.

Looks to be a great day!! I thought China Wall was to easy last time. :D

[sdhill]

All packed, ready to go, but can't. :mad:

I won't bore you with details, take lots of pics & have the great time I planned to have.


Thats no good. Enjoy your day.

I think we are going to have a lot of extra food lol.

[Southparkjk]

well we only got about 1" of snow and sun shining right now (FairPlay Area)

[Chris]

A light snow started a minute ago in Aurora, I'm betting the sun and minimal snow Richard reported will hold for the day.

[Rick]

I think we are going to have a lot of extra food lol.thats why i didnt shop till i get to conifer,the way it was going I was just gonna fend for myself. leavin in about 10 minutes

[Southparkjk]

I sure hope it holds off even as much as I like snow. I would like to see a good turn out for the run today.

[Shane]

Everybody drive safe and have fun !!!!

[Robert B]

big ed just told me its barely starting at the trail

[94ToyBear]

I'm still in I am at king soopers now. Cya soon

[Rob]

Had to cancel. Roads weren't bad in Longmont when I left at 6:30, but by the time I hit 93 south of Boulder, they were already bad and getting worse. After passing one wreck and stopping to drag a CRV out of a ditch, I decided to turn around and head home. Hope others had better luck.

[Tom]

Thanks for the update Rob. I've been second guessing myself all morning.

[Jackie]

The roads here aren't bad. Just got back from the grocery store and really they are just wet with a bit of slush. I was second guessing myself too. Kicking myself for bailing out, but then when I think of the cold temps and wind... I'm glad I'm home to smell the pot roast cooking!!! Hope the rest of the folks are having fun!

[Rob]

Thanks for the update Rob. I've been second guessing myself all morning.

Maybe I-25 would have been a better route, but the thought of what 285 might be like made decide not to even try an alternate route.

[ExplorerTom]

And it's been warmer down here so the roads aren't collecting as much. Go up a couple thousand feet in elevation and have mountains and trees shade the road 100% of the time and it could be a different story.

I had my March wheeling trip last weekend and got to play in the snow so I'm not at all sad about missing out on this. Got to make a snowman in the yard with the kids. And there's plenty more weekends ahead.

[jaymoto]

ive been at airport since 3am sat morning on standby and pushing snow in front end loader. ive been wondering how all were doing been able to check web site. hope we hear from the group soon to seee how it all went I hope well.

[4Runninfun]

Waiting on the report!

[Coonburger]

starting to worry bout em a bit search party?

[Rick]

Just got home. everyone did fine. trail was very icy,pixs to follow later

[Rick]

but the thought of what 285 might be like roads werent really that bad,just took an easy pace,had a camp fire and BBQ then hit the trail for a few hours,got off the trail and back to another camp fire for awhile.

[tonkatoy]

just got home

[94ToyBear]

Home safe had fun

[GaryG]

Thanks for posting up guys, was getting worried

[The StRanger]

Glad we're hearing from peeps
I was startin to worry..

[Jackie]

Welcome home guys! Glad you're safe!

[transplant87]

Even tho I didn't RSVP I showed up and had a blast and just got home.

[xaza]

Just made it home also.

[scout man]

made it home. No problems coming out of the mountains, back roads between the springs and elizabeth had some serious snow blowing across it. The road itself was fine, you just couldnt find it!!!

My real fun started in my neighborhood. Pulled up my road into a snow drift over my headlights on my tow rig. Made it through the first one, but the second one stopped me. Pulled the scout off the trailer, busted right through the drift and attempted to winch it out, but when I plugged in my winch controller I saw a spark, and I think I blew out my solenoid. Anyways, hooked my strap between the two and my scout drug itself, the truck, and the trailer the rest of the way to my house!!

[Brad]

Jenn and I just got home. Pics and info tomorrow. Glad you made it into your driveway Steve! :thumb:

Those who weren't there, really missed out.

[Clickpopboom]

Glad to hear everyone made it back. My wife nay-sayed my leaving this morning, so I spent the day watching movies and eating the snacks that I had packed in my winter kit. Hopefully we'll get something else on the agenda soon.

[04z71]

Had a great time! Sorry I had to bail so, early. Can't wait for next time.

[Southparkjk]

We had a great time, And what a great day next year I'll make it all the way up the trail...