4-Ripcord
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2013 T.A.Co MOAB Gathering (May 29-June 2)
Hey guys just relaying the info over to the 4runner forums.
Tacomaworld is planning the 2nd annual MOAB meet and we should get some 4runners there too!:zoom::driving: It is planned for May 29-june 2 (with may 28th and june 3rd as travel days). I highly encourage you to come! You can find a local chapter of Tacomaworld and caravan out with them like I do.
I went last year and it was awesome, there was probably 70 trucks and over 130 people camping at the campsite. Every morning we would all meet up and plan some trails then take off in smaller groups of 5-10 and go hit the trails! I would really enjoy meeting more of the members here face-to-face and seeing other modded 4runners in action!
CB radios required, either handheld or in-vehicle models. Its a cheap radio, dont sweat it.
Here is the main thread on TW: 2013 T.A.Co. Gathering - Official Thread - Tacoma World Forums
Following text is copied from that thread.
And a special thanks to TacomaWorld for giving us a great area to help plan and develop this gathering! :cheers:
- ATTENDEES
- CAMPING INFORMATION
- EVENTS
- TRAIL INFORMATION
- PAST EVENT PHOTOS
- STOKE
- LEGAL DISCLAIMER
- RIG REQUIREMENT
2012 "Operation Moab" Official Thread
CAMPING:
Main camp will be at Area BFE again
- Dogs allowed
- Room for trailers
- No running water
- Toilets will be provided
- Dumpster will be on site
- 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 $$ and remit to Olaf at Area BFE after the event
DONATIONS
There are many options for you to make donations to Area BFE for their efforts in this event and their efforts in providing this one of a kind off-road park for users:
1. Paypal $$ directly to Area BFE ([email protected])
2. Check or money can be handed to Jace or me which will be delivered to Olaf at Area BFE
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 Map. camp will be located in the lower lot
Hotels...
TRAILS:
TRAIL GROUP SIZES WILL BE LIMITED TO 10-15 TRUCKS..multiple departure times will be added to popular trails if needed
useful links
TrailDamage.com - All Trails
4x4Trails.Net
Off-Road Trails in Moab | Utah.com
Moab, Utah, 4WD Trails
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+
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)
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 (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
AreaBFE | Hardcore Recreation Park
BLM Maps
Traildamage
Trail leaders...
Meeting locations:
PAST EVENT PHOTOS:
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
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:
Brakes: 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.
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.
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), 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
Extra fluids (motor oil, differential fluid, coolant, steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission, etc)
duct tape
zip ties
wire
=================================================
====================================================
============================================================
UPDATED!!!
1. 4-Ripcord
- Jim
- New Mexico
- driving up May 27 or 28, leaving June 3rd (caravan with NM TW group)
- My Girlfriend will ride along
- Camping at the main campsite for as long as I can, might be forced into a hotel by the end.. you know how girls are. :couch2: :emptybath: :toilet3:
2. smkd13
- Ben
- Provo, UT
- traveling may 28th or 29th to the 6/2 (depends on my group)
- possibly a girl but for sure my dog
- Area BFE whole time
3. SCRunner12
- Robert
- region: NorCal
- days attenting: 5/29-6/2
- anyone else going with you: Friend & Stepdad potentially
- where you intent to camp: BFE
4. Dot
- Jason
- region: Colorado
- days attenting: leaving with TW CO guys
- anyone else going with you : maybe a few strippers
- where you intent to camp: BFE
5. Djskorch
- Ian
- Boise, ID
- Arrive late the 28th or early 29th. Leave Early-mid morning the 2nd
- So far my 4runner, my buddy heaths 4runner and my buddy marks tacoma. possibly more to come...
- My jumping jack tent trailer at the main campground
6. BigFishAllDay
- Nick
- New Mexico
- driving up May 27 or 28, leaving June 3rd (caravan with Ripcord & NM TW group)
- Wife and Baby may come along, if not I'll be going solo
- I'm just going to wing it. Ill have full gear with me, so I'll probably hang with Rip and the Taco guys the majority of the time, but I may venture out and explore some other options for a few nights. If Wife and Baby come along, there will be some Hotel stays involved.
7. steezemcqueen/ToyTec*
- Dylan*
- Colorado
- 5/30-6/2
- Probably have a Taco with me*
- Camping at BFE most likely
8. 2k4runner
- Derick.
- Pocatello, Idaho.
- 28th to 2nd (depends on my group).
- My Girl and possibly my dad in his 97 4runner.
- Area BFE the whole time.
To Add Your Name, Please Respond in this Format
(remove the \ after the second B to make the Bold command work)
#. Username[/B\]
- name
- region
- days attending
- anyone else going with you
- where you intent to camp
Hey guys just relaying the info over to the 4runner forums.
Tacomaworld is planning the 2nd annual MOAB meet and we should get some 4runners there too!:zoom::driving: It is planned for May 29-june 2 (with may 28th and june 3rd as travel days). I highly encourage you to come! You can find a local chapter of Tacomaworld and caravan out with them like I do.
I went last year and it was awesome, there was probably 70 trucks and over 130 people camping at the campsite. Every morning we would all meet up and plan some trails then take off in smaller groups of 5-10 and go hit the trails! I would really enjoy meeting more of the members here face-to-face and seeing other modded 4runners in action!
CB radios required, either handheld or in-vehicle models. Its a cheap radio, dont sweat it.
Here is the main thread on TW: 2013 T.A.Co. Gathering - Official Thread - Tacoma World Forums
Following text is copied from that thread.
T.a.Co.
TACOMAS AND COMPANY
PRESENTS
-ROCK THERAPY-
MOAB, UTAH
2013
a moab adventure created by the wheelers for the wheelers
May 29-June 2, 2013
TACOMAS AND COMPANY
PRESENTS
-ROCK THERAPY-
MOAB, UTAH
2013
a moab adventure created by the wheelers for the wheelers
May 29-June 2, 2013
SPONSORS:
Toytec
Trail-Gear
Sierra Expeditions
BAMF
HT/Toywerx
Box Rocket Fab
Southeast Overland
Asfir
Undercover Hidden Winch Mount System
Pelfreybilt Fabrication
Low Range Off Road
Stay the Trail Colorado
Tacoma Magazine
Toytec
Trail-Gear
Sierra Expeditions
BAMF
HT/Toywerx
Box Rocket Fab
Southeast Overland
Asfir
Undercover Hidden Winch Mount System
Pelfreybilt Fabrication
Low Range Off Road
Stay the Trail Colorado
Tacoma Magazine
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...
T.a.Co. presents...
And a special thanks to TacomaWorld for giving us a great area to help plan and develop this gathering! :cheers:
- ATTENDEES
- CAMPING INFORMATION
- EVENTS
- TRAIL INFORMATION
- PAST EVENT PHOTOS
- STOKE
- LEGAL DISCLAIMER
- RIG REQUIREMENT
2012 "Operation Moab" Official Thread
CAMPING:
Main camp will be at Area BFE again
- Dogs allowed
- Room for trailers
- No running water
- Toilets will be provided
- Dumpster will be on site
- 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 $$ and remit to Olaf at Area BFE after the event
DONATIONS
There are many options for you to make donations to Area BFE for their efforts in this event and their efforts in providing this one of a kind off-road park for users:
1. Paypal $$ directly to Area BFE ([email protected])
2. Check or money can be handed to Jace or me which will be delivered to Olaf at Area BFE
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 Map. camp will be located in the lower lot
Hotels...
TRAILS:
TRAIL GROUP SIZES WILL BE LIMITED TO 10-15 TRUCKS..multiple departure times will be added to popular trails if needed
useful links
TrailDamage.com - All Trails
4x4Trails.Net
Off-Road Trails in Moab | Utah.com
Moab, Utah, 4WD Trails
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+
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)
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 (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
AreaBFE | Hardcore Recreation Park
BLM Maps
Traildamage
Trail leaders...
Meeting locations:
Hells Revenge: Line up along 300 S. across the street from Walkers Gas station.
Fins and Things: Same as Hells Revenge (line up 30 min later than Hells group)
Moab Rim: In parking lot behind the Hogy Yogy on Main Street
Pritchett Canyon: Line up in front of Moab City Buildings on Kane Creek Road
Kane Creek: Meet at Moab Cinemas on Kane Creek Road
Golden Spike: (early meeting time since it's a long trail) Meet at the hiking trailhead parking lot off Hwy 191 (this is between Potash Road and before you get the the main bridge going into town) I'll try to get you map that shows it.
Poison Spider: Meet at the Poison Spider trailhead parking lot marked by the Dinosaur Tracks sign.
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 trail) Meet at Moab Cinemas of Kane Creek Road.
Rose Garden Hill: Meet at Lions Park parking lot at the turnoff to hwy 128 near the bridge coming into town.
Cliffhanger: Line up on Kane Creek Road at the McDonalds.
Fins and Things: Same as Hells Revenge (line up 30 min later than Hells group)
Moab Rim: In parking lot behind the Hogy Yogy on Main Street
Pritchett Canyon: Line up in front of Moab City Buildings on Kane Creek Road
Kane Creek: Meet at Moab Cinemas on Kane Creek Road
Golden Spike: (early meeting time since it's a long trail) Meet at the hiking trailhead parking lot off Hwy 191 (this is between Potash Road and before you get the the main bridge going into town) I'll try to get you map that shows it.
Poison Spider: Meet at the Poison Spider trailhead parking lot marked by the Dinosaur Tracks sign.
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 trail) Meet at Moab Cinemas of Kane Creek Road.
Rose Garden Hill: Meet at Lions Park parking lot at the turnoff to hwy 128 near the bridge coming into town.
Cliffhanger: Line up on Kane Creek Road at the McDonalds.
PAST EVENT PHOTOS:
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
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:
Brakes: 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.
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.
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), 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
Extra fluids (motor oil, differential fluid, coolant, steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission, etc)
duct tape
zip ties
wire
=================================================
====================================================
============================================================
UPDATED!!!
1. 4-Ripcord
- Jim
- New Mexico
- driving up May 27 or 28, leaving June 3rd (caravan with NM TW group)
- My Girlfriend will ride along
- Camping at the main campsite for as long as I can, might be forced into a hotel by the end.. you know how girls are. :couch2: :emptybath: :toilet3:
2. smkd13
- Ben
- Provo, UT
- traveling may 28th or 29th to the 6/2 (depends on my group)
- possibly a girl but for sure my dog
- Area BFE whole time
3. SCRunner12
- Robert
- region: NorCal
- days attenting: 5/29-6/2
- anyone else going with you: Friend & Stepdad potentially
- where you intent to camp: BFE
4. Dot
- Jason
- region: Colorado
- days attenting: leaving with TW CO guys
- anyone else going with you : maybe a few strippers
- where you intent to camp: BFE
5. Djskorch
- Ian
- Boise, ID
- Arrive late the 28th or early 29th. Leave Early-mid morning the 2nd
- So far my 4runner, my buddy heaths 4runner and my buddy marks tacoma. possibly more to come...
- My jumping jack tent trailer at the main campground
6. BigFishAllDay
- Nick
- New Mexico
- driving up May 27 or 28, leaving June 3rd (caravan with Ripcord & NM TW group)
- Wife and Baby may come along, if not I'll be going solo
- I'm just going to wing it. Ill have full gear with me, so I'll probably hang with Rip and the Taco guys the majority of the time, but I may venture out and explore some other options for a few nights. If Wife and Baby come along, there will be some Hotel stays involved.
7. steezemcqueen/ToyTec*
- Dylan*
- Colorado
- 5/30-6/2
- Probably have a Taco with me*
- Camping at BFE most likely
8. 2k4runner
- Derick.
- Pocatello, Idaho.
- 28th to 2nd (depends on my group).
- My Girl and possibly my dad in his 97 4runner.
- Area BFE the whole time.
To Add Your Name, Please Respond in this Format
(remove the \ after the second B to make the Bold command work)
#. Username[/B\]
- name
- region
- days attending
- anyone else going with you
- where you intent to camp
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