2014 Rock Therapy - Official Thread

T.a.Co.
TACOMAS AND COMPANY
PRESENTS

-ROCK THERAPY-
MOAB, UTAH
2014


a moab adventure created by the wheelers for the wheelers

May 29 - June 1, 2014

SPONSORS:
Cascadia Vehicle Tents
Low Range Off Road
Bay Area Metal Fabrication
Pelfreybilt Off-Road
Addicted Offroad
Rock Toy Industries
Spidertrax
Brute Force Fab
Toywerx aka Homertaco
Downsouth Motorsports
Relentless off-road Fabrication
BeerSnap
Rebel Off Road
Anti-Dark
Stay the Trail Colorado
TCT Magazine
Area BFE

MORE TO COME!
SHIRT INFORMATION HERE
ATTENDANCE THREAD
TRAIL PLANNING

For all those who need to get away and clear their minds, or for those who need to feed their Moab addiction and wheel some of the best trails America has to offer...

T.a.Co. presents...​

2013 Official Thread
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Trail Runs

 

HOTELS

CAMPING:

MORE CAMPING INFORMATION

Main camp will be at Area BFE again
download free Area BFE app here

LOOK FOR SIGN OFF 191 AT POLE CANYON ROAD. FOLLOW DIRT ROAD UNTIL YOU SEE CAUTION SIGN ON YOUR LEFT (AREA BFE ENTRANCE SIGN ALSO VISIBLE). FOLLOW REFLECTORS TO LOWER CAMPING

- Dogs allowed
- Room for trailers
- No running water
- Toilets will be provided (locks will be on toilets to keep outsiders from using, combos will be provided during event)
- Dumpster will be on site (will be locked. combo will be provided at camp)
- First come, first serve on spots
- Open camping, no designated spots. STAY ON BFE PROPERTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU WILL BE BRINGING A TRAILER OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS

camping at main Area BFE site is free, but donations to Area BFE are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED for their help in organizing this event and giving us a great area to call home for the weekend. they have a donation box located at the park to accept donations, or if you prefer, i can collect $$ and remit to Olaf at Area BFE after the event

DONATIONS
There are many options for you to make donations to Area BFE for their efforts in this event and their efforts in providing this one of a kind off-road park for users:

1. Check or money can be handed to Jace or me which will be delivered to Olaf at Area BFE (preferred so we can donate one payment to represent the whole group)
2. Paypal $$ directly to Area BFE (info@areabfe.com)
3. Deposit checks into the donation drop box at Area BFE's entrance
4. Olaf may actually be around that week also, and money can be handed directly to him



BFE location: N 38°24.209′ W109°24.486′ or N38° 24′ 12.54″ W109° 24′ 29.16″

From Moab, Utah:

Go South on Hwy 191 Approx 13 miles. Just after the uphill passing lane comes to an end, take the first left (this comes quickly, be prepared). Follow the maintained dirt road and signs for about 3 miles to the cleared parking area on the left.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKgkObU5kcA?hl=en_US

BFE Map - camp will be located in the lower lot

 

EVENTS:

 

TRAILS:

TRAIL GROUP SIZES WILL BE LIMITED TO 10-15 TRUCKS..multiple departure times will be added to popular trails if needed

ALL TRAIL RUNS WILL MEET AT 8AM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED BY THE TRAIL LEADERS OR THROUGH UNANIMOUS DECISION OF THE GROUP RUNNING THE TRAILS

useful links
http://www.traildamage.com/trails/index.php
http://www.rr4w.com/trails.cfm
http://www.4x4trails.net
http://www.utah.com/offroad/moab_area.htm
http://www.4x4now.com/mu4wd.htm
throw up some requests

click here for an explanation of the ratings used by traildamage.com on the following trail descriptions

According to traildamage/4x4trails rating system of 1-10, basing categories off the higher end of the rating range within the trail description and higher of the two trail reporting websites (traildamage.com and 4x4trails.net)

Ratings 6/7+
The Pickle 10
Kane Creek (note: current trail conditions rank the trail higher than 6 TD shows, see 4x4trails.net, rating it a 7 primarily due to the condition of the final rock hill)
Poison Spider (6 on TD, 8 on 4x4)
Golden Spike (8 both TD & 4x4)
Gold Bar Rim (6 on TD, 7 on 4x4)
Cliff Hanger (7 on TD, 8 on 4x4)
Moab Rim (7 on TD, 8 on 4x4)
Hells Revenge (8 on both TD and 4x4) (rides easier than the rating though, high due to optional obstacles)
Fins & Things (7 on both TD and 4x4) (rides easier than the rating though, high due to optional obstacles)
Steel Bender (8 on TD, 7 on 4x4)
Behind the Rocks (8 on both TD and 4x4)
Area BFE - good for night trail running (ranges from 4-10+, lots of trails and playgrounds)
Ten Mile Wash (7 on TD, due to the obstacles at the end)
Flat Iron Mesa (7 on TD)
Hole in the Rock 6 on TD (60 miles round trip, FULL DAY or 2 DAY)
Metal Masher 5-9 rating (optional obstacles bring rating to a 9)

Ratings 4-5
Elephant Hill (5 on TD)
Hey Joe Canyon (4 on TD)
Sevenmile Rim (4 on TD)
White Rim (4 on TD) (FULL DAY or 2 DAY 77miles)
Top of the World (4 on TD)
Rose Garden Hill (4 on TD)
Klondike Bluffs (4 on TD)
Porcupine Rim (4 on TD)
Pole Canyon Rim (4 on TD)
Delores River (4 on TD) more pics on a colorado 4x4 report
Strike Ravine (5 on TD)
Little Canyon 5

Ratings <=3
White Wash Sand Dunes (3 on TD)
Bull canyon (3 on both TD and 4x4) and Gemini Bridges (3 on both TD and 4x4)
Secret Spire (3 on TD)
Onion Creek (3 on TD)
Rock House (3 on TD)
Long Canyon (2 on TD)
Tusher Tunnel / Hidden Canyon (2 on TD)
Yellow Cat Flat (3 on TD)
La Sal Pass (2 on TD)
Lavender Canyon (3 on TD)
Beef Basin (3 on TD)
Boxcar Bridge (3 on TD)
Tower Arch (2 on TD)

...just to name a few options


2012 Trail Listing

http://www.areabfe.com/

BLM Maps

Traildamage

Trail leaders...


Meeting locations:

Hells Revenge: Parking lot just inside Sand Flats Recreation Area (Fee Area)

Fins and Things: Same as Hells Revenge

Moab Rim: In parking lot of the Moab Movie Theater on Kane Creek Road

Pritchett Canyon: In parking lot of the Moab Movie Theater on Kane Creek Road

Kane Creek: In parking lot of the Moab Movie Theater on Kane Creek Road

Poison Spider: Meet at the Poison Spider trailhead parking lot marked by the Dinosaur Tracks sign.

Trifecta: Meet at the Poison Spider trailhead parking lot marked by the Dinosaur Tracks sign.

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Metal Masher: Meet at the staging area at the end of Gold Bar Rim trail off Hwy 191 across the street from the Bar M Chuckwagon.

Steel Bender: meet at O-Reilly's autoparts south of town off of Hwy 191 near Ken's Lake.

Behind the Rocks: Meet at BTR trailhead off of Hwy 191

Elephant Hill: (Early meeting time since it’s a long day) Meet at Area BFE upper lot. (Fee Required or Parks Pass)

Rose Garden Hill: Meet at Lions Park parking lot at the turnoff to hwy 128 near the bridge coming into town.​

Top of the World: Meet at Lions Park parking lot at the turnoff to hwy 128 near the bridge coming into town.

Cliffhanger: In parking lot of the Moab Movie Theater on Kane Creek Road

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Sevenmile Rim: From Moab drive north on Highway 191 until you pass the turn for Highway 313. The turnoff is a wide gravel area just after this turn on your left.

Any other trail not determined, meet at trailhead
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PAST EVENT PHOTOS:

Rock Therapy 2013
Photo Thread

Operation Moab
Trails:
Hells Revenge
Kane Creek
Sevenmile Rim Trail
White Rim
Cliffhanger
Area BFE Playground
Area BFE Britney Spears
Area BFE Greenday
Top of the World
Dunes & Behind the Rocks (partial)
Elephant Hill
Videos from Trails

non-trail specific:
"unofficial" photo thread
Trail Damage
Camp Photos

 

STOKE:


BFE Trails:
Minor Threat
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7UTfIOVfrA?version=3

Canada Toyota 4wd videos

http://youtu.be/TrJM4gTF338

http://youtu.be/yd6DSsKBLkE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EfSIlkmrhc&feature=share&list=UUmYbaD3C5w3YIfMLv5aPe6A

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-V8Y5X_JuqM&feature=share&list=UUmYbaD3C5w3YIfMLv5aPe6A

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZ1w-F4JH7A&feature=share&list=UUmYbaD3C5w3YIfMLv5aPe6A

http://youtu.be/6N0CUf3lrAo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vEOWhJ2oU0&feature=share&list=UUmYbaD3C5w3YIfMLv5aPe6A

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPBhax2ZWMg&feature=share&list=UUmYbaD3C5w3YIfMLv5aPe6A

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9_zLaGf5eY&feature=share&list=UUmYbaD3C5w3YIfMLv5aPe6A



wayalife videos

Pilgrimage 1
http://youtu.be/9vbFoeYX-QI

Pilgrimage 2
http://youtu.be/UOcIx-0ytXI

Pilgrimage 3
http://youtu.be/p30GPQAX0Ps

Pilgrimage 4
http://youtu.be/q_QqAOpS5l4

Pilgrimage 5
http://youtu.be/eF1Pf6lSJ4Y

Pilgrimage 6
http://youtu.be/iRKM647bizM

 

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:

Waivers will need to be signed by everyone attendee this year!

DISCLAIMER:
THIS IS ONLY A ELABORATE GATHERING, THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL EVENT BY ANY MEANS. THERE IS NO INSURANCE POLICY ON THIS EVENT NOR IS THERE ANY RESPONSIBLE PARTY BESIDES YOURSELF. THERE IS NO FEE ASSOCIATED WITH ENTERING THIS EVENT, DONATIONS ARE SUGGESTED FOR THE BENEFIT OF AREA BFE FOR THE USE OF THEIR PARK FOR CAMPING AND OFF-ROADING, AND FOR THE BENEFIT OF MOAB FRIENDS FOR WHEELING FOR THERE CONTINUED HELP IN PRESERVATION AND EXPANSION OF OFF-ROAD TRAIL SYSTEMS. IN THE END, YOU ARE ON YOUR OWN. PRACTICE THE LEAVE NO TRACE AND TREAD LIGHTLY POLICIES WHILE TRAVELING IN MOAB DURING THIS GATHERING. NO INSURANCE WAIVERS! YOU ARE ALL ADULTS AND RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN HEALTH/SAFETY/FINANCIAL LIABILITIES. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ACCEPT CERTAIN TERMS AT THE GATHERING TO ASSUME RESPONSIBILITIES.

 

RIG REQUIREMENTS:

Inspections may be held upon registering at the event.
Do us all a favor and get your shit together! self inspection prior to arrival is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Items to cover, but not limited to:

[FONT=&quot]Brakes:[/FONT][FONT=&quot] Be able to stall vehicle in first gear using service brakes (manual transmission).
be able to stall vehicle in third gear using parking brake (manual trans)

Steering: No excessive play in steering linkage and tie-rode ends, steering racks etc.

Suspension: Inspection of bolt tightness on key components

Tires: Visual inspection of tires for adequate tread. Spare tire required

Lights: Headlights are in proper working order. Taillights on proper working order

Safety: Seat belts for all passengers. Roll bar or hardtop for all vehicles. Fire extinguisher in the vehicle and accessible. Windshield free of cracks that obstruct view of driver.

Communication: CB Radio and/or HAM Radio installed and functional.

Recovery: Tow strap required (no straps with hooked ends). Proper recovery attachments points secured to the frame of vehicle front and rear. Winch (optional). Hi-lift Jack.

MISC: No excessive fluid leaks. No open exhaust (i.e. straight pipes)

Optional: Spare parts. Tool kits.

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Items needed...
CB RADIO!!!, Camping gear (tents, sleeping bags, pillows, chairs, lights, rope, tarp, stakes, hammer, knife), firewood, water (5+gallons), sunscreen, food and beverages for the weekend (bring more to share if you want, but make sure to have enough for your party), grills, tarps, sunshades, tools, spare parts (if any), at least 1 spare tire, recovery strap, extra fluids (oil, tranny, steering, brake, etc), jack stands, small fire extinguisher, map of the area...let me know what i missed and i'll add

*Dry erase board for trail listing at campsite, extra maps to hand out*

Off-road tips and gear list

Spare part recommendations...
CV axles
Tie rod ends
Tires
U-Joints
Driveshaft
ball joints
hoses (radiator, etc)
Extra fluids (motor oil, differential fluid, coolant, steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission, etc)
duct tape
zip ties
wire
fuses

 

Contact either myself, Jace (lotsoftoys) or Eric (CoTacoTRD) with any suggestions or if you would like to help with the event.

 

Other activities going on around the time of the event in Moab:

 

ROCK THERAPY INFORMATION

Trail Runs:

SEE TRAIL DESCRIPTIONS

TRAIL GROUP SIZES WILL BE LIMITED TO 10-15 TRUCKS..multiple departure times will be added to popular trails if needed

ALL TRAIL RUNS WILL MEET AT 8AM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED BY THE TRAIL LEADERS OR THROUGH UNANIMOUS DECISION OF THE GROUP RUNNING THE TRAILS

PLEASE RESEARCH THESE TRAILS BEFORE SIGNING UP OR ATTEMPTING THEM!!!!

IN THE END, ALL RESPONSIBILITY LIES WITH YOU! IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS....ASK ASK ASK!

 

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