KTMrad 507 Posted November 10, 2016 February 25 - 26, 2017 Flyer will come out in the January D37 Dualsport Newsletter, and be ready for download at end of November. This is our yearly, AMA Sanctioned, Promoted event that we have been putting on for 14 years now. This dualsport ride for licensed, street legal motorcycles passes through the vast Anza Borrego Desert State Park and other surrounding areas, including many scenic canyons, washes, mud caves and spectacular vistas of the Borrego Badlands, mountains and desert. FLYER LINK HERE on our SDAR Events Page. Ride starts and finishes at Butterfield Ranch RV Park 14925 Hwy S2 (Great South Overland Stage Route) Julian, CA 92036 Phone 760-765-1463 Due to the current unknown status of the possible endangered species listing of the Flat Tailed Horned Lizard in CA, the actual organized, paid ride is on Saturday and passes entirely thru Anza Borrego State Park only, which has no restrictions due to the lizard. Day 1 is approximately 150 miles, including the infamous "Squeeze" and "Heart Attack Hill" (this was always Day 2, but it's on Day 1, like it was in 2016).Day 2 is an optional ride day with 80 to 150 mile GPS only loops for Mud Cave exploring and other riding. This day, riders can go ride whatever they want, including the GPS tracks we give out, but it's not part of the organized event. We will still have the usual excellent Saturday night dinner, with awesome raffle merchandise to give away after dinner. Last 2 years we had a much smaller turnout then usual, hope we get a better turnout this year.; Riders should have desert riding experience, there are soft sand and rocky sections. Many pavement bailout options along the routes. Maximum mileage between gas is 95 miles, with an emergency gas stop on Day 1 at 55 miles. Day 2 optional routes have about 50 to 70 miles between gas stops. Ride includes entry, maps, roll-chart, GPS Tracks, well planned routes, event T-shirt, Saturday night dinner, raffle giveaways at the Clubhouse. Bring gas to fill up your bikes for Sunday Morning. Riders need roll-chart holder. For more info, contact Mike Grudek (ADV Bum) at 760-814-4297, or on this thread. Please share with your friends. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ADV Bum 205 Posted December 27, 2016 http://www.district37ama.org/dualsport/ridefliers/DesertDash2017.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 507 Posted January 12, 2017 Just a reminder, SDAR Supporting Members get $10 off the entry fee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 507 Posted January 14, 2017 Flyer download link here, also added to original post, and is available on the Events Tab on website front page of SDAR. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crash_Man 0 Posted January 23, 2017 I added this event to the So Cal Dirt Bike meetup group and the California Dual Sport Meetup group website. We will see how many people we can get to come and support. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 507 Posted January 23, 2017 1 hour ago, Crash_Man said: I added this event to the So Cal Dirt Bike meetup group and the California Dual Sport Meetup group website. We will see how many people we can get to come and support. Thanks Crash ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mkccmc 0 Posted February 6, 2017 Is there still space available for this event? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ADV Bum 205 Posted February 6, 2017 Just now, mkccmc said: Is there still space available for this event? Yes there is! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mkccmc 0 Posted February 6, 2017 Thanks SDAR. Will get on signing up then. Can this be done with a GPS only. Im only asking because I did this event about 8yrs ago and everyone was using roll charts. I recently purchased a Garmin Montana 610 and would like to start using it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 507 Posted February 6, 2017 GPS and roll charts both....OK with GPS only. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mkccmc 0 Posted February 7, 2017 Thanks for the info. Randy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mkccmc 0 Posted February 7, 2017 Is there an electronic sign up form? Also wondering if you have a method of taking payment via a card electronically? i don't have checks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 507 Posted February 7, 2017 The entry form link is in the post above. Ask ADV Bum about paying electronically. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ADV Bum 205 Posted February 11, 2017 Desert Dash is coming up. We still have room. 15 day forecast says light rain midweek with Sunshine on the weekend. Riding conditions should be fantastic. If you wish to send money through paypal you can as well as scanning and sending me your entry form. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crash_Man 0 Posted February 13, 2017 Is it possible to register and pay the day of the event? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ADV Bum 205 Posted February 13, 2017 Yes. No credit cards. Cash preferred. Bring photo ID for waiver. If it is easier for you, you can send money through paypal and scan/ send me your entry form. Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crash_Man 0 Posted February 13, 2017 2 minutes ago, ADV Bum said: Yes. No credit cards. Cash preferred. Bring photo ID for waiver. Thank you Great thanks. California Dual Sport Riders meetup has 14 people that signed on to ride. Most should have submitted forms already. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MotoPolo 0 Posted February 17, 2017 I would like to use my new Rally Blitz navigation equipment on this ride. Questions: 1. Will a .pdf file of the roadbook be available? 2. Will a ,gpx file be available? 3. Can both of these be emailed to me before the event so I can load them onto my roadbook reader (.pdf) and onto my RallyBlitz ODO/CAP (.gpx)? 4. If they can't be emailed - will they be available on a memory stick at the event and is there wifi available at the camp site? To load onto my RallyBlitz aps I need to get both files to my dropbox. I spoke to Mike (on the flyer) and he suggested I post the questions here. Thanks for the help - I'd really like to do this ride MotoPolo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCHWINN 0 Posted February 17, 2017 I have not got a date yet to go check in at Moores Cancer Center...There is a good chance I may be there...I WONT be bringing the Schwinn Inn...I hope I still have a place to crash...I will call him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted February 17, 2017 MP, Thought others might speak up before, but. Expect to get a .gpx file download Friday evening or Saturday morning. The .pdf file you speak of must be a mileage left/right turn replacement for a roll sheet. Not Happening! This is a Fun Desert Dash with your buddies, not a competition. I suggest you will enjoy the non-competitive vibe Friday and Saturday. The event is a Roll-About focused on getting to know cycle Buds. That said, perfect for Dry Run of your electronics. Best of Luck, Bags Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MotoPolo 0 Posted February 17, 2017 Bagstr - thanks for the reply - I'm all into the "non-competition" and just looking for an enjoyable ride. You are correct that the .pdf file is the left right turn at milage version of the roll sheet. I have NEVER used my electronics on a group ride yet. All my tests have been done with a roll sheet I created using Rally Navigator to lay our the route and then you can download a pdf version for print out or in my case to load onto my ipad. I'll bring all my gear and see what happens - I'm sure I'll have fun no matter what thanks again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MotoPolo 0 Posted February 18, 2017 If someone has a typical gpx file they could email me (al@groupj.net), I'd like to try to create a roadbook - I did a test with gpx files I created and some require editing and some don't. I'd like to try it with a file representative of what we would get at the Dash thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carguy 1 Posted February 20, 2017 On 2/17/2017 at 10:29 AM, SCHWINN said: I have not got a date yet to go check in at Moores Cancer Center...There is a good chance I may be there...I WONT be bringing the Schwinn Inn...I hope I still have a place to crash...I will call him. Just me and the dogs, I have room. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted February 20, 2017 Not certain of the route this year but, The Pole Line Road south of Salton City is greasy and impassable as of today Feb. 19. Could be fine in 6 days if no more rain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MotoPolo 0 Posted February 21, 2017 Is tent camping Friday/Sat night at the Butterfield Stage campground included with fees? - if not do we make reservations directly with Butterfield? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites