bikeslut 1 Posted January 26, 2014 Pictures later- logroller, noob, ozzie, 1kstep, Axel, tntmo, little tnt, tntmobro...am I missing anybody? Rough day for the bikes: Ahmed's wouldn't start...Axel's wouldn't shift, bromo's wouldn't clutch At Ranger, the group split up into "hard ways" and "easy way" I went with easy group, because I ride a DRZ, I'm old, and basically crippled. Axel kept on trail one, while the other two went opposite ways on ranger. Down in the chasm below rocky road hill on trail 8, justin's DR died, then the clutch effectively quit. We probably spent 45 minutes trying to start it, and figuring out what to do next. Then a guy showed up in a rock crawler Toy Pickup, and agreed to tow him to the top of the hill at least, then we hightailed it back to the parking area. Hardways group- any fun stories, or pics? Thanks for the ride guys! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted January 26, 2014 I'm old, and basically crippled. quoted for posterity :torch:/> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted January 26, 2014 I'm old, and basically crippled. quoted for posterity :torch:/>/>/> I was crippled today also. Loading the WR450 "Bob" bike, my foot slipped on the tailgate and I fell off, the bike fell on me and I tweaked my back. I didn't notice it much when I was riding, funny how that works. I brought my minions along to train for the Desert Dash, they did well. Justins' DR350 is a POS, but I've been telling him that for a long time. We had a good day riding even though we needed a Toyota to get a bike out of the trails. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 26, 2014 I'm old, and basically crippled. quoted for posterity :torch:/>/> That already WAS a quote...from Fargoin; you should meet him...you two would get along well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xr650lnoob 0 Posted January 26, 2014 Not sure what drained my battery, but a quick connect with jumper cables brought it back to life. We did Ranger, 11 both ways (Jeep Trail i think), and some other trail i can't remember. Auzzy (my brother) did just fine on the crf, although he was pooped out by the end having to kick start that thing. Here is a picture of Logroller on trail 11. Bummer you guys had bike troubles Bob. Hope to see you again soon! Auzzy may have more pictures, so i'll post it up later. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 27, 2014 Nate- we saw MotoForze Chris out there...he said to say "hey" I did- Kernan down and back, 1,2, Spur, Pinon, 1, part of ranger, 5, 11, 11A, (that's where the DR problems started), 6, then 9 to 8...8 is where it all went south for Justin He soldiered on though, riding back to my truck with a slipping clutch. Toyota driver was named Luke, and although he decided not to load the bike into his newly painted truck bed, he helped us out a lot! Glad ya'll made it back ok Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
husq-a-daygo 0 Posted January 27, 2014 Nate- we saw MotoForze Chris out there...he said to say "hey" I did- Kernan down and back, 1,2, Spur, Pinon, 1, part of ranger, 5, 11, 11A, (that's where the DR problems started), 6, then 9 to 8...8 is where it all went south for Justin He soldiered on though, riding back to my truck with a slipping clutch. Toyota driver was named Luke, and although he decided not to load the bike into his newly painted truck bed, he helped us out a lot! Glad ya'll made it back ok Cool. Didnt sound like I missed much out there today. I was out at Superstition for the first D38 race of the season. Not a bad course some rocky technical sections, 6th gear sand highway and lots of whoops . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntbromo 9 Posted January 27, 2014 quoted for posterity :torch:/>/>/>/>/>/> I was crippled today also. Loading the WR450 "Bob" bike, my foot slipped on the tailgate and I fell off, the bike fell on me and I tweaked my back. I didn't notice it much when I was riding, funny how that works. I brought my minions along to train for the Desert Dash, they did well. Justins' DR350 is a POS, but I've been telling him that for a long time. We had a good day riding even though we needed a Toyota to get a bike out of the trails. My DR350 is a POS but I still love it! It's all I know! :)/>/> Still had a blast! Probably one of the funnest days of riding that I have ever had! Thanks Guys!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logroller 1 Posted January 27, 2014 So for the "hard way," group we did Ranger (both sections and the longer section of the second half of Ranger to catch up with the Jeep Trail), coming out on 11 and then hit the Jeep Trail which I believe is "Scout." Bob, the pic Ahmed posted is the rock I was telling you about off the Jeep trail. We made our way all around Scout and then some (back and forth on the same stuff) as well as Winchester and then back to 11. 1Kstep, Ahmed and The Wizard of OC decided to take 5 (road route where Ranger crosses just down from the 5 turnoff up to 3 and 3a) back to 4 corners. I went back up Ranger. I had a tiny get off in that silty tight uphill turn single track section due to my rear digging in a spinning out in to a slow motion rear low side. I tried to power through too much and spin out time. Caught my breath and eased her up and out. No other issues and then it was 1 to a single track and back to 4 corners. From there I showed my face so the guys knew I was good and then headed down the trail (Kernan I believe) to the road where I had parked. Most of you missed it and maybe Bob saw it, but during our downhill stroll from the tower road I took Justine 3 quarters of the way down, where I left Bob behind. Justin did not like this and came back for more. He buzzed by me right before one of those air time humps. Not knowing that a turn was coming up as well. He was way took hot and got lucky that an 8ft+ bank was on the left. Justin scaled this and then lowsided on the bank. I gained the lead again and that was that. Not really, he comes in to the parking lot doing a 180 spin out lowside. At this point I threw out the "100 yard stay away from me" card. The day started off with a funk, but we left that smell behind and ended it all with some goodness. Good riding with everyone. It was a great ride day for me. Scout/Winchester was the topper of it all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 27, 2014 I did see some sort of "incident" on the coast race, with two guys close together and a cloud of dust Sounds like fun...I had tnt using MY handlebar to give himself a little help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted January 27, 2014 I did see some sort of "incident" on the coast race, with two guys close together and a cloud of dust Sounds like fun...I had tnt using MY handlebar to give himself a little help I was on the wrong side to apply your front brake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntbromo 9 Posted January 27, 2014 I want a rematch Logroller I promise Ill stay a 100 yards ahead of you to satisfy your distance requirements Bwah ha ha! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logroller 1 Posted January 28, 2014 I want a rematch Logroller :)/> I promise Ill stay a 100 yards ahead of you to satisfy your distance requirements Bwah ha ha! To be honest, those DRZs for some reason pull some good downhill speeds. I guess the lack of engineering left things to move more freely. Or I braked more than others. Nah, that's not it. I had a difficult time closing the gap on you, but Bob did not have that issue on me. So I initiated the flux capacitor to warp drive beyond the reach of you two. Good times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted January 28, 2014 Bob always kicks my ass on that coasting extravaganza. Possible I'm just too poor of a rider. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 28, 2014 We just missed you on that trail! The Samurais were just starting 11A I'll post pictures tomorrow- gota GIF of tntbromo on that same rock- rode it like a bronco buster! We left early in order to meet the 100 yard restraining order. He managed to dislodge his tank...clog his carb, etc on that trail FUN trail! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logroller 1 Posted January 28, 2014 We just missed you on that trail! The Samurais were just starting 11A I'll post pictures tomorrow- gota GIF of tntbromo on that same rock- rode it like a bronco buster! We left early in order to meet the 100 yard restraining order. He managed to dislodge his tank...clog his carb, etc on that trail FUN trail! We actually saw you guys heading down towards the road to go back up to 4 corners. Or at least we thought that was you. Yes, thank you. tntbromo seemed to be living up to the "tnt" part of his screen name on Sunday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntbromo 9 Posted January 28, 2014 This weekend was a retarded amount of fun. That was a great video!!!!! Sweet wheelie logroller! Yes my dr350 is a tank and that why is the down hill boss! Plus, I am crazy! Though, u probably knew I had a few screws form the beginning. Cant wait to do it again! If any of you can meet TNTMO and I out at ocotillo wells this weekend. We will continue our Desert Dash training with some long rides if any of you can make it you are more then welcome to join us Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted January 28, 2014 nice photos and video. you guys made the big rock look too easy!!! Its scary looking in person! good job Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 406 Posted January 28, 2014 looked like fun. glad you had a good one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 28, 2014 just adding a couple of quick snap shots Auzzie from the OC, riding the mighty CRF I'm going to assume this is noob on his Husky- hard to see behind the helmet the tntmo's and bro's the chef, before cooking his clutch restraining order on 11A the boys having a discussion on 8 aaron oops I am now referring to this climb on 8 as the Doctor... as in DR... second time a kick only DR has been stymied here and he makes House Calls more later Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logroller 1 Posted January 29, 2014 Good day guys. I did not realize so many did not want to tackle Ranger and then I thought we were going to rendezvous at the crossing. We did, but I did not know that it was already discussed you were going your own way. Anypoop, good meeting the new guys (to me) and the regulars (to me). The day started a bit slow, but ended strong. Me's likes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted January 29, 2014 It must have been a fun day, I have two clutch changes awaiting the return of beer to my garage fridge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 29, 2014 Tom- that's weird...I've only ever fried a clutch on a vehicle ONCE in my whole life Wonder what's up with that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted January 29, 2014 Tom- that's weird...I've only ever fried a clutch on a vehicle ONCE in my whole life Wonder what's up with that? One was because a clutch cable got pulled a bit on a tip over and the rider didn't notice until too late. The other may be because the bike was stuck in high gear the last time it was ridden? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
