Colorado B.S. Thread

Ironcross6921 · Jul 29, 2020

Anybody recommend a good replacement for the 2nd gen radio antenna. Mines starting to look like a pipe cleaner after kindergarten art project. Wouldn't mind a stubble as long as reception doesn't go to complete shit.

RockiesTaco · Jul 29, 2020

Ironcross6921 said: ↑

Anybody recommend a good replacement for the 2nd gen radio antenna. Mines starting to look like a pipe cleaner after kindergarten art project. Wouldn't mind a stubble as long as reception doesn't go to complete shit.
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I used this one on my second gen. Worked well.
https://antennax.com/i-24624190-off-road-13-inch-antenna-1995-thru-2015-toyota-tacoma.html

DaWillDaBeast · Jul 29, 2020

Ironcross6921 said: ↑

Anybody recommend a good replacement for the 2nd gen radio antenna. Mines starting to look like a pipe cleaner after kindergarten art project. Wouldn't mind a stubble as long as reception doesn't go to complete shit.
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Had a stubbie, the issue with the stubbies is they don’t flex. I brushed a branch on a trail like a month after getting it and snapped it off at the stud. That was about 12 years ago. It’s still broken off in there. I always hated the radio and the constant fake endorsements. So no real loss.

dmurph1996 · Jul 30, 2020

Littles · Jul 31, 2020

Happy Friday!

teamhypoxia · Jul 31, 2020

Ironcross6921 said: ↑

Anybody recommend a good replacement for the 2nd gen radio antenna. Mines starting to look like a pipe cleaner after kindergarten art project. Wouldn't mind a stubble as long as reception doesn't go to complete shit.
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$18 AntennaMastsRus - 13" All-Terrain Flexible Rubber Antenna is Compatible with Toyota Tacoma (1995-2015) - Spring Steel Internal Core

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SAB3RWO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
this one is working fine for me.

alee891 · Jul 31, 2020

Littles said: ↑

Happy Friday!
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El Taco Diablo · Jul 31, 2020

Hey Colorado folk. I'm planning a trip for next month. I'm looking in to campsites along the way. I figured I'd ask some of the local yokals to see if I can get some feed back.

I'm curious if anyone has had any experience in the Aspen/Independence pass area. Specifically Lincoln Creek Rd to Portal Campground at Grizzly Reservoir.

Just wondering if this is a spot that gets overcrowded, or anything I need to look out for.

GPS 39.075299, -106.613164

JasonLee · Jul 31, 2020

Uphillshunter said: ↑

Hey Colorado folk. I'm planning a trip for next month. I'm looking in to campsites along the way. I figured I'd ask some of the local yokals to see if I can get some feed back.

I'm curious if anyone has had any experience in the Aspen/Independence pass area. Specifically Lincoln Creek Rd to Portal Campground at Grizzly Reservoir.

Just wondering if this is a spot that gets overcrowded, or anything I need to look out for.

GPS 39.075299, -106.613164
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Be sure to check out The Grottos on Independence Pass right before you turn off onto that road. No comment on your specific question as I don't know.

El Taco Diablo · Jul 31, 2020

JasonLee said: ↑

Be sure to check out The Grottos on Independence Pass right before you turn off onto that road. No comment on your specific question as I don't know.
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Right on... I saw the Grottos marked on the map. Wasn't sure if it was something we need to check out. As long as we'll still have some daylight (to get to camp) we'll definitely put it on the list of things to check out.

odomandr · Jul 31, 2020

the best camp sites are hidden on different links on this page. if you read it a bunch you will figure out the best way to explore Colorado. https://staythetrail.org/

jubei · Jul 31, 2020

odomandr said: ↑

the best campe sites are hidden on different links on this page. if you read it a bunch you will figure out the best way to explore Colorado. https://staythetrail.org/
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odomandr · Jul 31, 2020

Deathbysnusnu said: ↑

Colorado is a big state. We have TW members all across it. On any given weekend, there may be a trail run or two planned somewhere.

1-Be on time. If you can't be on time, be 10 minutes early. You show up on time for work, this is really no different, people are counting on you. I know it's the weekend. It's the weekend for everybody.
These runs are usually set up a few days or more in advance, with discussion of the trail. There will be an agreed upon meeting place and an agreed upon departure time from that meeting place.

Stick to it or you may be left behind.

Sometimes, members are near the trails. While others are halfway across the state.
For those that have to drive an hour or more... (I've personally driven 3 hours, one way, to wheel with a small group.) It's kind of a drag to have to sit and wait for those who are "just a few minutes late" and sometimes live nearby. If that's the case, then lets meet at your place so I can tear up your bathroom instead of the convenience store.

2-Be sure and let the group know if you are going to be late or a no show. I know, just contradicted the above....Just so we know to expect you at some point and aren't left wondering if you are stuck somewhere on the trail, the highway and need help, or simply slept in and still in your pj's..
If you are on time though, then nobody has to worry.

3-Communication.
CB radios are reliable, cheap, and they work everywhere on the planet.
This should be on your build list right between the bumper and the winch install.

Cell phones are great except when they don't work. I'm truly surprised, and disappointed, at some of the remote locations we are now able to get cell service. But it's not perfect and varies by carrier. Plus they are only good for two people, not good for 3 or more vehicles and you shouldn't be on the phone while you are wheeling anyway

I can personally guarantee that your cell phone will not currently work up here on the Northern trails.

I will be blunt...If you have had your ride for over a year, have a bumper, sliders, winch, lift, etc...it's time to get serious. For less than the cost of dinner and a movie out with the significant other, you can have a fully functional CB radio that will be with you far longer than any cell phone. No, you don't need to transmit and receive 10 miles, just far enough to talk to the drivers in the group. If you don't know what you are looking for or how to install one, just ask, 20 guys will volunteer to help for the price of a beer.

4- Recovery gear. Everybody gets stuck. Everybody.
This is something that is acquired over time. It is not necessary to have it on your maiden run. But make sure at least ONE driver has some kind of gear, tow straps at the very least.
It helps to have a hook point on your ride too. Actually, it really is required. Most vehicles have tie downs from the boat, but maybe take a look at the front and rear and see what you don't mind having yanked off. Mod days are great for adding tow hooks or some kind of reliable recovery point. If you are stuck you will be either extracted with a 8000lb winch or bigger, or somebody yanking your strap with a 4000lb truck. If it ain't stout, you'll find out right away.
Never use chains for towing or recovery. Straps only and NO Hooks. They will most likely cost you a windshield or maybe just kill you.

5-Stay on the trail. No short cuts across switchbacks. If it's not a road, it's not to be driven on. If green stuff is growing on it, let it grow.
Entire trails, or parts of them, are closed every year due to drivers going "off road", parking on the grass, taking a shortcut across a switchback, or attempting obstacles that really aren't obstacles...
Now honestly, I really see very little of this from the TW members that I have run with. It's usually first time noobs, wheeling alone with too much beer and the measuring stick is out, or they simply haven't been educated on what will happen.
This is your time to be a steward of the forest and gently let them know. But use common sense. If you think they will be un-receptive to something like that, just let it go. Not worth being shot over.

6-We are here to wheel.
This a Toyota website, for wheeling enthusiasts.
If extracurricular activities are mentioned beforehand and everybody is on board, then cool.
Otherwise, keep the quads, crawlers, firearms, etc for lunch break or another time altogether.
Basically don't hold up the group.

7-pack it in, Pack it out.
This includes policing your brass.
Carnage Canyon was a spectacular area to wheel in years ago, some truly awesome hard core obstacles and trails.
Due to shooting abuse alone, the trails are now closed permanently.

8-Keep an eye on the driver behind you.
Ok, so you are new, new to you ride, new to the trail, no radio, no clue where you are.
You have no idea what turn to make because the driver in front is suddenly no longer in view when you get to the fork in the road. Don't guess. Wait until somebody comes back for you or somebody behind you knows the way.

When you get to a fork, stop. Wait until the driver behind you is in sight and knows without a doubt where you are going.
I have seen this rule followed pretty well among the drivers who have been around for a while. But still needs to be mentioned.

9-Set a vehicle order based on common sense.
Don't put the new drivers in the very back. Or the very front. The trip leader needs to know where they are going and should have run the trail before.
The Tail Gunner should have some experience, recovery gear, CB radio or other form of reliable communication. The Tail Gunner is solely responsible for everybody on the trip getting through the trail. Don't pass drivers up because they are engaged in dust mitigation. Take a pic while you are waiting then move along together.

Drivers should be staggered, experienced, noobs, kind of experienced, just enough knowledge to be dangerous, maybe an experienced guy behind them to keep an eye on things. You get the idea.

10-Bring plenty of fuel, food, water.
Yes, I've had drivers show up, run a trail, be back in the middle of nowhere, and then ask how much further cause they are running on fumes. No Bueno.

If you're wheeling as a group, then be a like minded group. It will create a more harmonious wheeling experience for all involved.
It also goes a long way in how we are perceived as wheelers when we act as if we know what we are doing.
My club adhere's to these rules and we often have 20-30 vehicles on a run and it usually goes without incident or long delay.

https://www.treadlightly.org/

http://staythetrail.org/

https://sharetrails.org/#Welcome

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Wishbone Runner · Jul 31, 2020

Uphillshunter said: ↑

Hey Colorado folk. I'm planning a trip for next month. I'm looking in to campsites along the way. I figured I'd ask some of the local yokals to see if I can get some feed back.

I'm curious if anyone has had any experience in the Aspen/Independence pass area. Specifically Lincoln Creek Rd to Portal Campground at Grizzly Reservoir.

Just wondering if this is a spot that gets overcrowded, or anything I need to look out for.

GPS 39.075299, -106.613164
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It is pretty busy, the further off of 82 the less crowded. Go past the campground.

Wulf · Jul 31, 2020

I haven't heard of too many areas that aren't totally overrun right now

El Taco Diablo · Jul 31, 2020

odomandr said: ↑

the best camp sites are hidden on different links on this page. if you read it a bunch you will figure out the best way to explore Colorado. https://staythetrail.org/
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Right on

So I guess that means you've got no answers on the spot I asked about?

Wishbone Runner said: ↑

It is pretty busy, the further off of 82 the less crowded. Go past the campground.
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Thanks for the info... That's kind of what I was thinking. We don't need to camp next to the lake. I'm just looking for a cool spot to stop for the night. I was kind of thinking we'd go past the camp and camp somewhere between the lake and the Ruby mine abandoned cabin.

Wishbone Runner · Jul 31, 2020

Uphillshunter said: ↑

Right on

So I guess that means you've got no answers on the spot I asked about?

Thanks for the info... That's kind of what I was thinking. We don't need to camp next to the lake. I'm just looking for a cool spot to stop for the night. I was kind of thinking we'd go past the camp and camp somewhere between the lake and the Ruby mine abandoned cabin.
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The “lake” is really more of a tailings pond from what I recall, and not that appealing. The rest of the valley is quite nice though. Enjoy!

Wishbone Runner · Jul 31, 2020

Wulf said: ↑

I haven't heard of too many areas that aren't totally overrun right now
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And pretty much this. Mid week is best.

El Taco Diablo · Jul 31, 2020

Wishbone Runner said: ↑

The “lake” is really more of a tailings pond from what I recall, and not that appealing. The rest of the valley is quite nice though. Enjoy!
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Lmao... 'Tailings pond" That's kind of what it looks like on satellite view.

How's the road going back in there? It doesn't look like anything less than a normal fire road. We may be getting in there late (depending on how many stops we make etc).

I just thought this would be a good stop off to get some sleep before Independence Pass and making it a quick easy ride going in to Colo Springs. (We're going back to visit my kid for a couple days at Ft Carson)

El Taco Diablo · Jul 31, 2020

Wishbone Runner said: ↑

And pretty much this. Mid week is best.
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It's an 8 day trip for us, round trip from CA to CO and back. Looks like we'll be at this camp on a Friday (just the way it works out). Hopefully we find a decent place to park.

What I'm really worried about is being closer to Colo Springs (the next night). We are planning on staying 2 nights in Colo Springs. 1 night camp, 1 night hotel. The close proximity to Colo Springs (and Saturday night) may prove difficult to find a spot.

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