350thumper 336 Posted September 4, 2022 (edited) Doing a ride through borderlands and canyons Saturday Sept 10. respond if interested... This event will ride into the desert. There will be deep wide open sand washes, rain & sun, Difficult terrain, possible strong predators such as bobcats and mountain lions, with potentially harmful flora . Riders may be subjected to increasing levels of lethal danger 😳 . I will be riding the eastern flank of California's coastal peninsular ranges. Dual sporters on this journey may also witness a fantastic jumble of Granite rock pushed up by faults in long gone days. This adventure will be considered a moderately challenging route where riders will find weathered sandstone cliffs interspersed with bands of igneous and metamorphic rocks. This beautiful and picturesque trail starts off with large stretches of surface cobbles covering the ground and will wind up flowing through an intricately carved ancient sandstone and granite canyon. Please be prepared with a positive attitude and trail worthy machine if you dare task this great adventure. There will be gas ,food and drink available. Expecting temps of 87 degrees. Welcome to all who join in. Edited December 3, 2022 by 350thumper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted September 5, 2022 (edited) Sounds like a cool route - @Reximus what say ye? I'm still injured so no riding for a while. How was the latest Border Fire affected the area? I assume you're riding largely east of there. Edited September 5, 2022 by Goofy Footer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted September 6, 2022 (edited) Still hurt ? What happened , did you get the family jewels caught in the spokes? You better have your arm in a sling or your leg in a cast of your turning shy from a ride. Edited December 3, 2022 by 350thumper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted September 7, 2022 😆 Yes, Saturday works for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1NaAdv 4 Posted September 9, 2022 Hey 350! Still going on this ride? Been a minute since I've been on here. I've ridden with you a handful of times on my klr. I picked a newer bike so no more pig lol. I've been looking for a ride this weekend. Was wondering how long a ride? Any pavement? Mileage etc? Sounds like a good rip. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CVRick 42 Posted September 9, 2022 The dust factor will be non-existent tomorrow! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted September 10, 2022 (edited) Conditions Report: Perfect conditions over 12 inches penetration. All creeks have 2 ft of flowing water Coyote wash : under water/rapids S2 :unpassable 😊 Tuckers trench : flooded Bomb graveyard : drenched Lake Superstition: bring a jet ski Fish creek mountains: wet This ride does have an itsy bitsy tinsy winsy stretch of slab (crossing S2)but with these unreal conditions I can alter the route to suit non plated. I'll be drinking coffee at 7am getting ready for the ride of the summer. Your not gonna want to miss this. I recommend staging at chevron gas overflow lot at ocotillo offramp. I can meet you there. Here's a picture of the road to red feather by my house.!! The whole town was flooded. P.S. I haven't ridden much lately so plz take it easy on me.if you come out . Edited September 10, 2022 by 350thumper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1NaAdv 4 Posted September 10, 2022 Looks like the split mountain loop? I've done a couple times. @ 90 miles give or take. Beautiful loop! Im on a plated 500 Beta with 3.5ish tank and have mouuse's. So meet up at the Chevron 7am? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1NaAdv 4 Posted September 10, 2022 https://youtu.be/VzA3vup7mrk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted September 10, 2022 Ya that works. 7am chevron Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1NaAdv 4 Posted September 10, 2022 Ok. That's a 4am wake up for me, I'll be hitting the sleep train early. See you then! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J5ive 92 Posted September 10, 2022 @350thumper would love to do this - but it's way over my head. I'm going to work at being able to join this kind of ride soon. Have a BLAST! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted September 10, 2022 Let's aim for 9 am I got a plus one that wants to join in with his new ktm.. I'll see you at the chevron at 9am. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1NaAdv 4 Posted September 10, 2022 About to load up and head out! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted September 10, 2022 Òk. Weather is good . Sand is still damp. Temp is best it's been in months... It's like Xmas for desert riders. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1NaAdv 4 Posted September 10, 2022 At the gas station! We unloading here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted September 11, 2022 (edited) On 9/9/2022 at 8:05 PM, J5ive said: @350thumper would love to do this - but it's way over my head. I'm going to work at being able to join this kind of ride soon. Hello Jfive!! I saw your post and I hear you. Sometimes I put on rides that are more mellow and beginner friendly for ADV and Dual Sport enthusiasts. Featuring smooth dry roads with easy access to restaurants and gas stations also finding time to gather and talk with other riders to form a community and comradery for those involved. I'm working on a ride coming up that will include the above features and would give you a chance to work on your skills as we learn together the different riding and staging techniques Edited September 11, 2022 by 350thumper Let ride together. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J5ive 92 Posted September 11, 2022 @350thumper Thanks...I'd love to join a ride like that. Please keep me in mind. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
