2013 T.A.Co. Gathering - Official Thread

Wow, this is going to fill up fast.

I'd like to get on the list, I've also have two other trucks wanting to do this trail as well.

 

Dibs on this. Missed it last year and can't think of a better trail to test some of our new armor.

 

Would love to but I think I need to get more slick rock experience first.

 

It takes a smart man to say that.

 

One more. I have had a slight change in my plans and will be running Moab Rim on Friday instead of Saturday. I'm happy to lead this one as well. A good group size would be ~15 trucks. But I suspect we won't get that many.

Moab Rim is a challenging trail and you will need at least one locker and 33's on this trail. Armor and skidplates are suggested. Have a tow strap and strong front and rear frame mounted recovery points on your vehicle.

Damage and rollovers are possible on this trail. Rollovers aren't likely but can happen on this trail. It is a trail that you need to be always paying attention to what you're doing, especially on the climb up to the rim and the descent back down as there are many off camber ledges.

I can't enforce it but for the runs I'm leading I would request that alcoholic beverages not be consumed during the trail run. With a trail like this and for the benefit of the entire group, eliminating unnecessary complications and leaving the alcohol until after the run will help keep people on their A game.



So, Moab Rim on Friday will meet at the Moab Movie Theater on Kane Creek Road at 9:00am on Friday. CB Channel 22.

Leader: Box Rocket
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We might be able to squeeze one or two more trucks into the group but we need to try to stay close to 10.

 

Damn Ben, looks like it will fill up fast Haha!

 

Someone post videos of MOAB rim? I'm on my phone so I can't search any at the moment.

 

Trifecta is a LONG trail so we need an early start time. I'm thinking 8:00am. Also because of how long the trail is, it can get really overwhelming with a large group so we've suggested keeping this run to about 10 trucks if at all possible. I don't want to turn anyone away but this isn't a trail for novice drivers or stock trucks. Use good judgement about this trail. If you don't think you're truck is capable enough or you're worried about breakage and/or body damage, or you don't have much 4wheeling experience there might be a better trail choice for you.

I don't know the best way to handle claiming spots on this run because I think there is a lot of interest in it.

Bob/Jace: feel free to change how this is set up if you want to handle it differently but I guess I'll just start a list here.

Leader: Box Rocket
1: mh.meier
2: JeepAndrew
3: Rockgecko
4: Devin
5: Kevin
6: 99taco50527
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I recommend trucks on this run have a lift and at least 32" tires. At least one locker is strongly recommended. Armor and skidplates are suggested as well, you will use them. Breakdowns and body damage are likely on this trail. Bring food and LOTS of water for the day. Plan on 8-10 hours+ on the trail if we have a full group. Plan on longer if we have breakdowns. Each truck should have a tow strap, strong front and rear frame mounted recovery points, CB radio, trail spares. I can't enforce it but for the runs I'm leading I would request that alcoholic beverages not be consumed during the trail run. With a trail like this and for the benefit of the entire group, eliminating unnecessary complications and leaving the alcohol until after the run will help keep people on their A game.

Trifecta on Thursday will meet at 8:00am at the Poison Spider Mesa Trail parking lot. CB Channel 22. Once we have a full group signed up, I'll PM my cell # to the group in case you need to get a hold of me.

 

Thanks, i figure i can push it just as hard to learn on trails that arent so long and wont risk ruining other peoples day. the truck is plenty capable but I only have a little experience with all the mods and how it has changed the truck. best to be realistic.

 

Just remember Thursday is just one day. If Trifecta fills up on Thursday, other groups can run it on other days.

 

Added a couple names that I know were planning on it.

 

I get that. I wheeled the truck stock for a long while even though I had mods I just wanted to learn the truck fist so I could appreciate the mods.

 

Wow the list is almost complete in like 5 minutes haha

 

Snooze ya lose.

 

Yeah, luckily I am a morning person! I am by no means a novice but it will be great to wheel with you as a trail leader and get some experience from someone like you.

 

I will not be participating in anything this intense. However I want to ride along on some difficult trails and get some good videos and pictures.

Anyone have suggestion on what the most difficult trails that people will be running?

 

Can I get added to the list?

 

I will do my best to not break anything / have spare parts!

I have revenge to fulfill