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Washington backcountry discovery route.

Postby Lurch » Thu Jan 04, 2018 9:36 am

If you were going to run this would you go north to south or south to north?
I'm thinking about planning a trip over starting the weekend before July 4th. Also anyone interested in doing this trip with me? From what I've seen you don't need a super capable rig to do it.
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Postby bobracing » Thu Jan 04, 2018 10:37 am

How many days are you planning to take?
This is a trip that very much interests me, just a lot of miles.
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Postby Lurch » Thu Jan 04, 2018 11:52 am

My plan is friday June 29 - Wed July 4th, 6 days. From what I've read it typically takes 5-6 days. So hopefully that's enough time.
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Postby tobyw » Thu Jan 04, 2018 4:40 pm

Personally, I would run South to North because I think the scenery gets better as you push into the Northern portion of the state. As you noted, the WABDR is definetly not about four wheeling, it’s all about being out there and soaking it in. Local bucket list stuff for sure!!

Would love to join you but I’ll be on the annual pilgrimage to SoCal, via the Rubicon Trail of course 8)
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Postby Fab_man » Thu Jan 11, 2018 6:56 pm

south to north. I think getting farther north you have more exit options if you run short on time. Or if you get north early it would be a nice place to chill for a bit.

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Postby Deputy Dodge 413 » Fri Jan 12, 2018 12:50 pm

Interested

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Postby commando14 » Sat Jan 13, 2018 10:10 am

I'm interested Tim, can't commit to anything right now but I've wanted to do this someday.

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Postby Dimaggio » Sun Jan 21, 2018 7:07 am

tobyw wrote:Personally, I would definitely try Quick Extender Pro and run South to North because I think the scenery gets better as you push into the Northern portion of the state. As you noted, the WABDR is definetly not about four wheeling, it’s all about being out there and soaking it in. Local bucket list stuff for sure!!

Would love to join you but I’ll be on the annual pilgrimage to SoCal, via the Rubicon Trail of course 8)


Is there any specific event there at this time, Toby? Is it an annual event for you?
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Postby Lud » Fri Jan 26, 2018 7:04 pm

Took the time off work. I’m in if you decide to go.
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Postby Lurch » Fri Jan 26, 2018 7:24 pm

Still planning on it. Just have to get my bronco ready and figure out the logistics.
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Postby tobyw » Sun Jan 28, 2018 7:14 pm

Dimaggio wrote:Is there any specific event there at this time, Toby? Is it an annual event for you?


The wife and minions fly to So Cal every summer to visit the grandparents. I try to take advantage of the situation and squeeze in a trail ride or five while they are gone, or do something fun like the Rubicon on the road trip down to meet up with them.
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Postby Lurch » Mon Jan 29, 2018 10:49 am

For those interested in going this is a link to a YouTube series that will give you an idea what to expect.
https://youtu.be/wyNvPYRedvQ
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Postby JambaJeep » Tue Apr 10, 2018 9:10 pm

I'm interested. The drop-off and pickup points would be the toughest parts to plan.

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Postby Lud » Sun Apr 29, 2018 4:49 pm

Bought a map for the occasion.
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Postby Fab_man » Mon May 21, 2018 10:28 am

So do we need a planning meeting?

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Postby Lurch » Mon May 21, 2018 10:56 am

Probably not a bad idea. What works best for everyone else?
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Re: Washington backcountry discovery route.

Postby Lurch » Fri Jun 01, 2018 7:04 am

Those that are interested in making this trip. When would you like to get together for a planning session? I'm thinking Sunday or Monday night.
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Re: Washington backcountry discovery route.

Postby Lud » Fri Jun 01, 2018 7:19 am

Either is fine with me. Looking forward to this one.
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Postby SPR » Fri Jun 01, 2018 5:47 pm

Either is fine with me.
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Re: Washington backcountry discovery route.

Postby Lurch » Sat Jun 02, 2018 8:17 am

Nick is out of town till Tuesday. So how does next weekend work?
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Postby Lud » Sat Jun 02, 2018 12:13 pm

Sunday/Monday next week works fine. I have a bunch of graduation parties and weddings on Friday and Sat but I’ll be free after that.
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Re: Washington backcountry discovery route.

Postby Fab_man » Tue Jun 05, 2018 1:23 pm

We are out of town again this weekend so Monday the 11th or later is good.

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Re: Washington backcountry discovery route.

Postby Lurch » Wed Jun 06, 2018 9:24 am

So Monday the 11th at 6pm. Any preferences on where? If not we can do it in my shop and grill some meat.
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Re: Washington backcountry discovery route.

Postby Lud » Wed Jun 06, 2018 4:30 pm

Your shop sounds fine. I’ll be there at 6.
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