350thumper 336 Posted February 7, 2018 First time exploring this canyon. Slow pace just taking in the sights. Uneven terrain - Temps will be 60/78 Skill level Novice /Rook/Noob Oriflamme is off of s2 near 78. Dualsport / plated small bike Here is a pic of the general area gonna be riding at. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted February 8, 2018 A little closer view Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crfxer 87 Posted February 8, 2018 Nice pics Jim! So Thump, which end of the earth you gonna start at? You leaving from your pad or are you gonna shuttle to a staging area? I think you have 3 options. Off banner, 79 and Mason or off S-2. Check out Rodriguez too. Sounds interesting... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted February 8, 2018 1 hour ago, crfxer said: Nice pics Jim! So Thump, which end of the earth you gonna start at? You leaving from your pad or are you gonna shuttle to a staging area? I think you have 3 options. Off banner, 79 and Mason or off S-2. Check out Rodriguez too. Sounds interesting... True. But Mason is technically closed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted February 8, 2018 Thanks for the tips on trail options, guys. Jim Awesome pics as always! Im even more excited now. If i find someone to drop in off the top then ya i want to dual sport it. Other wise Solo mission i would park my motovan down by S2 so if i get lost it wont be too hard to find me. Heres the route Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnyg 0 Posted February 8, 2018 i might be wrong (wouldn't be the first time), but i thought there wasn't access to the top of mason/oriflamme from 79? also, i tried to access rodriguez tt off banner grade last sunday, and the gate was closed there too. i assumed the only way in/out was off s-2 down at the bottom. maybe someone here can edumacate me? best regards, johnnyg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 559 Posted February 8, 2018 56 minutes ago, johnnyg said: i might be wrong (wouldn't be the first time), but i thought there wasn't access to the top of mason/oriflamme from 79? also, i tried to access rodriguez tt off banner grade last sunday, and the gate was closed there too. i assumed the only way in/out was off s-2 down at the bottom. maybe someone here can edumacate me? best regards, johnnyg The gate at Rodriguez is almost always closed, but i have never found it locked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuck 0 Posted February 8, 2018 Mason TT entrance off of 79 has been locked since 2003 from what I can find. The Rodreguez entrance has a gate - but can be opened. Just make sure the gate is closed behind you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crfxer 87 Posted February 8, 2018 I’m up for this. PM me where to meet you and I’ll ride with ya Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted February 8, 2018 You boys have fun, already have plans. Damnit Jim! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted February 8, 2018 Watch out for snakes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnyg 0 Posted February 8, 2018 6 hours ago, dirt dame said: The gate at Rodriguez is almost always closed, but i have never found it locked. ah, i didn't actually get off my bike to check... thanks for the heads-up! best regards, johnnyg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crfxer 87 Posted February 8, 2018 2 hours ago, Wierdrider said: Watch out for snakes. Hey! I know that guy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted February 9, 2018 sweet drop in off the top ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted February 9, 2018 5 hours ago, johnnyg said: ah, i didn't actually get off my bike to check... thanks for the heads-up! best regards, johnnyg Yup, always closed but never locked. It is a PUBLIC road. There are a couple land owners that like to make it LOOKED like it's a locked gate so that people that don't know better, are intimidated to enter and just go away. I have talked to the guy that owns the house and big property just passed the second gate a couple of times. He has always been polite and interesting to talk to. His father homesteaded the property many years ago. As far is Mason Valley is concerned, we have an unwritten rule to not discuss it outside of the members only section. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alyeska 50 Posted February 9, 2018 got my handgaurds and radiator guard on just waiting on skid plate from veys today, if it comes in I will join. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnyg 0 Posted February 9, 2018 14 hours ago, Oracle said: Yup, always closed but never locked. It is a PUBLIC road. There are a couple land owners that like to make it LOOKED like it's a locked gate so that people that don't know better, are intimidated to enter and just go away. I have talked to the guy that owns the house and big property just passed the second gate a couple of times. He has always been polite and interesting to talk to. His father homesteaded the property many years ago. lb, thanks for the info, especially the last bit. mum's the word! best regards, johnnyg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken S 164 Posted February 9, 2018 Don’t hurt him Rory. He’s still busted up from trying to outrun me in Ocotillo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted February 9, 2018 7 hours ago, alyeska said: got my handgaurds and radiator guard on just waiting on skid plate from veys today, if it comes in I will join. Awesome. Hope they come in. I was waiting on tune parts myself. Theyre in and im putting it in tonight when i get home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tvscum 43 Posted February 10, 2018 Meetup time & location? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted February 10, 2018 3 hours ago, Ken S said: He’s still busted up from trying to outrun me in Ocotillo Wasnt much trying. Its true im as slow as Kenny for now. You know how we always have to stop and wait 5-10 minutes for Kenny to finally catch up. He's trying to get his comebacks. I can meet on s2 at Oriflamme Canyon tommirow morning. Pm for times Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoCalMule 106 Posted February 12, 2018 On 2/8/2018 at 0:19 PM, Wierdrider said: Watch out for snakes. Great photo! Pretty... (for a snake) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoCalMule 106 Posted February 12, 2018 On 2/7/2018 at 6:18 PM, Wierdrider said: A little closer view Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoCalMule 106 Posted February 12, 2018 Nice photos of a beautiful area! Thanks for posting! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites