Northern Illinois 4Runner Group
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weaselbob74
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I really wanted to but the trailhawk kept getting stuck. I saw some videos when it was dry out and it looked like there was a foot of water. It probably was pretty deep that day.
Wish we got more videos but there was so many mosquitoes out there we would open the window or door and you'd have 30 mosquitoes inside. Definitely didn't expect that.
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Decipher
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Haha. Yeah there’s some deep water back there. I’m sure it’s pretty fun with all the rain we’ve been getting.
I’m sure he’s riding on the stock Firestone AT tires right? He probably would have messed his rig up back there. The trails are tight and steep in parts. He very well may have slid into a tree or not made a big hill that’s back there. It’s a blast though.
And yeah, these mosquitoes are out of control. I had the same issue there and pretty much any of these remote off road parks. I keep bug spray in my tool box for that reason.
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I’m sure he’s riding on the stock Firestone AT tires right? He probably would have messed his rig up back there. The trails are tight and steep in parts. He very well may have slid into a tree or not made a big hill that’s back there. It’s a blast though.
And yeah, these mosquitoes are out of control. I had the same issue there and pretty much any of these remote off road parks. I keep bug spray in my tool box for that reason.
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Decipher
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Went to RRRP McHenry on Sunday for the first time with the 4Runner and my buddies Trailhawk. Super muddy, decently deep water. Planning on going when its a bit drier.
4Runner @ RRRP 9/29/19
Trailhawk @ RRRP 9/29/19
These were fun videos to watch! Your rig looks nice and seems like it did well in the mud. Looks like your rear caught air in the first video!
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weaselbob74
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Yea I didnt mean to do that! Was trying a new line. Cutting across that section was a nightmare for everyone, kept sliding . I went high the first time on that back trail, but I had to go back because the trailhawk got stuck. A TRD Pro got stuck in the same spot as we were leaving.
pswiss8
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Cliffs Insane Terrain
Call me crazy, but I was thinking of going and testing out my new winch and truck at the Cliffs Insane Terrain Park the weekend after X-mas. Most likely looking at the 28th, I know I'm a week out but looks like the weather might be in the 40s.
Would welcome anyone from the group, the more the merrier!
Call me crazy, but I was thinking of going and testing out my new winch and truck at the Cliffs Insane Terrain Park the weekend after X-mas. Most likely looking at the 28th, I know I'm a week out but looks like the weather might be in the 40s.
Would welcome anyone from the group, the more the merrier!
weaselbob74
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I’ve been to the badlands but never the cliffs, are there easy trails there? I don’t have a winch or a lift yet.
I might head to River Road on the 29th, if anyone is interested. Hopefully try the back trail since it was soupy AF last time
pswiss8
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Ive been to cliffs a handful of times on my atv, never been with the 4runner. Cliffs is notoriously wet with hard clay, thats why we hated atving there. But we did see a few Jeeps riding around every trip. They have some pretty gnarly trails and changes in elevation so I assume its not a walk in the park type of place for our 4runners. Obviously I will attempt only trails I am confident with especially for my first time.
I think I'm still going to aim for the 28th at the Cliffs. I have plans for the 29th. But if they fall through I will gladly join you at River Road. I will keep in touch!
I think I'm still going to aim for the 28th at the Cliffs. I have plans for the 29th. But if they fall through I will gladly join you at River Road. I will keep in touch!
Decipher
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I’m going to check my schedule but I may be down for the 28th.
The trails at the Cliffs have become pretty intensely rutted out in a lot of spots. Last time I went alone, it was tough to read where the trails were and I didn’t wanna overcommit being solo.
That said, there are definitely trails that are more relaxing but will still challenge you. I forget the trail letters but you basically take the trails that start to the right when you’re looking at the building if you’re looking for something more like river rock than mud.
As for the McHenry park, I’ve never been in that back trail that hasn’t been totally soupy. Nonetheless, I made it through no problem and it was fun. If you’re super close to it like me (10 minute drive), it’s good for blowing off some steam. Otherwise the cliffs is worth the drive because there’s just so much more to do.
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The trails at the Cliffs have become pretty intensely rutted out in a lot of spots. Last time I went alone, it was tough to read where the trails were and I didn’t wanna overcommit being solo.
That said, there are definitely trails that are more relaxing but will still challenge you. I forget the trail letters but you basically take the trails that start to the right when you’re looking at the building if you’re looking for something more like river rock than mud.
As for the McHenry park, I’ve never been in that back trail that hasn’t been totally soupy. Nonetheless, I made it through no problem and it was fun. If you’re super close to it like me (10 minute drive), it’s good for blowing off some steam. Otherwise the cliffs is worth the drive because there’s just so much more to do.
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Decipher
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They’re calling for an 80% chance of rain on Saturday. Still thinking about going???
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pswiss8
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Decipher
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Yeah, epic bummer because the temps will probably drop again and it’ll be ice everywhere which is far worse than mud.
Stupid Illinois...
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Decipher
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We can keep an eye on the forecast. Seems like they’re calling for light rain showers until night time when it’s supposed to legit rain...lemme know.
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weaselbob74
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Did you guys end up going? If so, Pics!!!
Decipher
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I never went. Didn’t hear back from this other runner and didn’t wanna go by myself.
If we wanna plan another day I’m down. I have a friend I work with that has a seriously nice TRDOR that wants to go.
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weaselbob74
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Yea I'm down for next weekend. Either day works for me. Anyone else?
pswiss8
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Sorry guys got a little busy this weekend with some unexpected events.
I might be able to do this upcoming weekend. But I can't promise anything until I install my new bumper, winch, and light bar. I was supposed to install last week, but the light bar came in damaged and set me back with time. Now my expected delivery is Friday the 3rd. I'm hoping to install everything on Friday and be ready to hit the road on Saturday. Keeping my fingers crossed.
I might be able to do this upcoming weekend. But I can't promise anything until I install my new bumper, winch, and light bar. I was supposed to install last week, but the light bar came in damaged and set me back with time. Now my expected delivery is Friday the 3rd. I'm hoping to install everything on Friday and be ready to hit the road on Saturday. Keeping my fingers crossed.
