Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 09:37:32 PM
https://www.transamtrail.com/
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Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 10:01:13 PM
[mention]stlaser [/mention] here it isBaylee, did you just get involved in this thing here?
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Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:03:25 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 10:11:11 PM
I think she’s heading it up! :tongue:I think so to
She's the other moderator!
Baylee: You got this!
Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:11:41 PM
Ok, so I ran across this today. The trail originally started about a 100 miles south of Yellowstone in Afton, WY so thinking of starting there and spend a week camping under stars with a group originating from RM while heading South towards CO. others are invited and I have sent out invites to a couple to join here and chime in if they like.
Baylee in her TJ, me in my JKU and potentially my wife in the 4Runner. Charles and Don have shown interest. Anyone is welcome from the forum to join us. Date is currently summer 2020 and we can figure out what works best. I’m tentatively out week of June 20th other than that wide open to what works best for group.
I will reach out to this outfit for more info on the route and any obstacles.
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Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 10:18:17 PM
I'd suggest we maintain a rigid state of flexibility in coming up with the route. Take in all the input, folks interests, then post up a tentative route/time and so forth, then from there set it up and post it as the first Real-Man (Not wanting to sound sexist here) TAT ride
Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:22:04 PM
We could even start the trail in Colorado and head North if that works better?
Post by: xjteeg on March 21, 2020, 10:25:08 PM
Do they have camping sites or is it a free for all?
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Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 10:26:01 PM
Don, what is your tentative timeline? Say we all meet up in Afton, Wy? With that stated if you’re coming from South or East we could start at my shop in Dacono, CO prior to heading to WY. I have a secured facility with showers and restrooms anyone could use to camp the night before heading to WY if you wanted or there are plenty of Hotels local as well if you wanted a break before hitting the trail for a few days.I'm very flexible
We could even start the trail in Colorado and head North if that works better?
I was launching in late May, but with the Chinaman flu and finishing the camper I don't know for sure. I could just dash out somewhere, then go from there. I had planned going northwest toward rushmore then to jellystone, then over to near Pinedale. All of that is north of you, so a route change may be in order. I can do that too
Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:26:31 PM
How long you thinking of going? A week?
Do they have camping sites or is it a free for all?
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From the website they claim to have links to places to camp and friendly folks along way. Also gas stations, hotels, service shops etc.
A week or so I’d guess.
Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:27:30 PM
Was this a 3 month trip? How is July after the 4th?Don, what is your tentative timeline? Say we all meet up in Afton, Wy? With that stated if you’re coming from South or East we could start at my shop in Dacono, CO prior to heading to WY. I have a secured facility with showers and restrooms anyone could use to camp the night before heading to WY if you wanted or there are plenty of Hotels local as well if you wanted a break before hitting the trail for a few days.I'm very flexible
We could even start the trail in Colorado and head North if that works better?
I was launching in late May, but with the Chinaman flu and finishing the camper I don't know for sure. I could just dash out somewhere, then go from there. I had planned going northwest toward rushmore then to jellystone, then over to near Pinedale. All of that is north of you, so a route change may be in order. I can do that too
Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 10:32:29 PM
No, only a few weeks. Oldest wants to get in some work time before his senior year. Momma is now without a job so she is flexible.Was this a 3 month trip? How is July after the 4th?Don, what is your tentative timeline? Say we all meet up in Afton, Wy? With that stated if you’re coming from South or East we could start at my shop in Dacono, CO prior to heading to WY. I have a secured facility with showers and restrooms anyone could use to camp the night before heading to WY if you wanted or there are plenty of Hotels local as well if you wanted a break before hitting the trail for a few days.I'm very flexible
We could even start the trail in Colorado and head North if that works better?
I was launching in late May, but with the Chinaman flu and finishing the camper I don't know for sure. I could just dash out somewhere, then go from there. I had planned going northwest toward rushmore then to jellystone, then over to near Pinedale. All of that is north of you, so a route change may be in order. I can do that too
I just looked at Afton. Seems like a good place to start, but for me, I think I'd just start from your shop.
Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:36:14 PM
Maybe it would be smarter to start at shop and head North? Thinking if people are traveling in at least we would have a shop with access in case an mechanical issues need addressed?
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Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 10:38:45 PM
So maybe first week of June?Possibly toward Saturday, what the 5th-6th
That should give us enough time
Or the following week to be safe. Let me run all this by HH6 before I commit
Post by: Flyin6 on March 21, 2020, 10:39:11 PM
I’m in! I’ll make sure I get some more recovery gear ordered and a premier power welder if anyone gets stuck or breaks.Love it!
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Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:39:43 PM
I’m in! I’ll make sure I get some more recovery gear ordered and a premier power welder if anyone gets stuck or breaks.
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Nice!
Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:40:22 PM
So maybe first week of June?Possibly toward Saturday, what the 5th-6th
That should give us enough time
Or the following week to be safe. Let me run all this by HH6 before I commit
Thinking 5th -6th works better for me
Post by: Bigdave_185 on March 21, 2020, 10:46:22 PM
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Post by: stlaser on March 21, 2020, 10:48:43 PM
As much fun as that all sounds I think I’ll be out, Up for a meet somewhere or if I can host a shower n sleep area sure but mommma wants yard done
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Maybe a bike trip another year? Or when we build you that jku..... :wink:
Post by: Bigdave_185 on March 21, 2020, 11:11:03 PM
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Post by: Nate on March 22, 2020, 12:54:57 AM
Post by: stlaser on March 22, 2020, 01:13:05 AM
Why is there 2 of these threads.... :facepalm:
Don decided to start a new “area” called Adventure :wink:
Post by: Nate on March 22, 2020, 10:12:28 AM
OK, so I stumbled across this today and I'm stoked. With all the wutang flu crap and social distancing I'm already looking for things that we may be able to do this summer. The trail starts 100 miles south of Yellowstone in Afton, WY and is a combination of public roads and back country roads with pavement and w/o. It does not cross private land or locked gates.
Any interest? Don? Might make a great addition to the west trip with the boys? Baylee in her tj and I'm in with the JKU. May be able to entice the wife in her 4runner (it would need some quick upgrades though). Thinking this summer, no set dates yet.
transamtrail.com (http://transamtrail.com)
Let’s do it!!!!!!
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Think the LB7 would make it?
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Think the LB7 would make it?
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You put a locker in the rear right? Grizzly? Get it so you could toss a removable winch on the front and let’s go! :likebutton:
Yup grizzly locker rear.
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unless a long wheel base vehicle is a huge issue I’d think you’ll be just fine.
Yeah. I’d high center on a turtle
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Yeah. I’d high center on a turtle
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More right foot and the winch you’d be fine. I have quite a bit of recovery gear FYI.....
Think I’m going to message him and get some info on the trail start from WY and any additional limitations etc on vehicles though.
How long is this trail?
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So when are you thinking of doing this S?
I am working like crazy (although not today!) to get myself road ready
You're right a meet up and ride like that would be epic!
I'm very interested...
Just found the web site. cool me thinks I need a KTM and some saddlebags.
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My thought was to start south of Yellowstone and head south back to CO, however it could be done other ways obviously but I was thinking like a week of driving and camping under the stars.
So when are you thinking of doing this S?
I am working like crazy (although not today!) to get myself road ready
You're right a meet up and ride like that would be epic!
I'm very interested...
I’m open, currently we’re scheduled for 4 days in Glennwood Springs in June week of 21st but beyond that (which may not happen because of hotel / wutang) I’m open to everyone’s schedule.
Just found the web site. cool me thinks I need a KTM and some saddlebags.You can ride with me!
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So, Shawn, I just created a whole new section, Adventure!
Guess who owns it?
Put this together in there. You take lead, don't screw it up!
;-)
I could catch the trail in the panhandle of a Texas and work my way up to Shawn. I did see on the site there were a bunch of rovers so I’m guessing my LB7 would be fine but I’d love to get a KTM do do this
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So, Shawn, I just created a whole new section, Adventure!
Guess who owns it?
Put this together in there. You take lead, don't screw it up!
;-)
I will once it updates on Tapatalk or maybe.... Nate could move this over?
I could catch the trail in the panhandle of a Texas and work my way up to Shawn. I did see on the site there were a bunch of rovers so I’m guessing my LB7 would be fine but I’d love to get a KTM do do this
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I think the lb7 would be fine, I mean Dons going to have Sub and camper. If you wanted to bring the girls they could hang out with mine some as I’m sure Shelby and Sam will want to come along.
If I bring the girls it’s going to be hotel camping
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If I bring the girls it’s going to be hotel camping
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I told Sam limited showers, she may be out too! Lol
Why is there 2 of these threads.... :facepalm:
Why is there 2 of these threads.... :facepalm:
Because he said you didn’t have enough to do! Lol
Delete this one if you like.
Post by: stlaser on March 22, 2020, 11:58:46 AM
So I sent an email out last night asking a few questions, after further review it looks as if roll maps only work from North to South through WY.
However, he can provide tracks for a gps enabled device. I have an iPhone with GAIA gps app loaded on it. Used it a little but sure there may be other who are more familiar. If anyone has suggestions feel free to post up. I’d like the roll maps preferably but do t think they’ll work. My jku is setup with a holder for this phone/ if it works I may get a mount to use an iPad in the Jeep.
Another thought would be to to travel to Afton and we could travel back south to Colorado or head SW towards ID even. I’m open to suggestions.
Post by: cj7ox on March 24, 2020, 11:01:02 AM
Post by: Flyin6 on March 24, 2020, 11:04:24 AM
This looks like a fun trip. Wish I had the leave built up (and rig ready) to attend. I'm definitely going to add this to my future plans folder!I could see this turning into an annual event.
Post by: stlaser on March 27, 2020, 09:27:17 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on March 27, 2020, 09:35:42 PM
Post by: wyorunner on April 02, 2020, 01:55:50 AM
Post by: Flyin6 on April 02, 2020, 09:04:35 AM
This does sound fun. I need to get the 74 anyways, maybe son and I can come get it and join the run.That sounds great, T!
Warning order to all:
Looking at this through the COVID-19 lens. Most states will be peaking in May with infections. There will undoubtedly be a lot of turbulence to our once stable national "system"
No telling if states will even be open as it were or parks or hotels or restaurants, or???
I'd say we maintain a rigid state of flexibility with the start date of this as it remains uncertain what the condition will be at the projected time.
Post by: stlaser on April 02, 2020, 10:06:24 AM
Plus they aren’t responding to me with info. I don’t like buying stuff from people who won’t respond timely...... going to keep trying though to at least have the info when we need it.
Post by: stlaser on April 02, 2020, 12:37:04 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on April 02, 2020, 07:00:36 PM
So what will later on in early to mid summer look like should we see an easing on travel restrictions?`
Post by: stlaser on April 02, 2020, 07:44:22 PM
Thanks Shawn!
So what will later on in early to mid summer look like should we see an easing on travel restrictions?`
They sent me the file, it’s in my email so at least they are quick to process orders
As far as this summer you’re asking wrong guy, we just cancelled our summer family trip reservations and got a refund today. I know everything you see on tv is BS, watch some of the home videos coming out of NY. It’s like a war zone......
Post by: stlaser on April 02, 2020, 11:08:10 PM
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Post by: Flyin6 on April 05, 2020, 08:28:36 PM
What was the cost? I'd be happy to share in that expense
Post by: stlaser on April 05, 2020, 08:55:37 PM
Maybe you could drop that file on here for group members to download.
What was the cost? I'd be happy to share in that expense
It’s cheap, like $8 cheap so not worried about cost. As stated before though Sam took time to create these files. Trying to protect his intellectual property to some degree. If a member is planning to go with us I have no problem sharing it with that individual however I do not feel comfortable posting it up here open to the public.
Post by: wyorunner on April 05, 2020, 09:53:30 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on April 05, 2020, 10:02:01 PM
I do think we are going to try to make it so we can also use the trip to take care of some of our stuff that was just tossed in the storage with the truck.So cool!
Looking at the development of this thing, both the COVID19 infection and the coming financial meltdown, I see things folding out like this: I think we are going to have to balance placing people my age at risk vs the health of our nation. I for one say, do not take a chance with our economy, make things right for the younger generations. Heck we older folks have had our good lives, and although would like to enjoy a longer one, do not kill my nation to give me a few more years!
Now I hope mosty people 65 and older (I am 65) feel the same way. We are going to have to get vocal about it and get this nation back to work. I see some decisions being made which will send folks back to work soon, within a month or sooner, or, heck, there won't be any work to return to. So it that all happens we should be getting back to the new normal in June at the earliest. So we would likely be GTG for a J month outing if I had to be a betting man. Our KY kids go back to school in late August so I couldn't leave any later than around the last of July to have a meaningful trip.
So those are my predictions/thoughts/time restrictions.
I'd suggest others add their opinions/limitations to the discussion so we can come up with a one size fits all solution.
Post by: stlaser on April 18, 2020, 01:29:52 PM
So I would think give us a month to see how that pans out and if the wutang flu spikes back up. If it does this whole trip maybe scuttled for this year.
If things keep moving horizontal we are shooting for a week of June 14th launch into WY for a solid 7 days.
So the next question is who of you are wanting to attend? Just curious more than anything.
Post by: wyorunner on April 18, 2020, 03:26:56 PM
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Post by: TexasRedNeck on April 19, 2020, 08:47:20 AM
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Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 09:24:40 AM
Charles, here is a screen shot of GAIA and the tracks. My shop is located at 151 MT Elbert Ave, Dacono CO 80514 which is a gated facility with plenty of parking and access to shower / restroom facilities, rv dump station and water.
Kind of using it as a launch location so maybe meet night before and make sure everyone is squared away. Any supplies that may need topped off should be able to be acquired local as well or in case you forgot something we have Walmart, cabelas, rei, hd etc all within 15 mins of the shop.
The map and colored sections I believe are day drives each. The far NE point I believe is New Castle, WY which is 5-6 hours from shop.
So it would depend on how everyone would want to do this. Driving there and then running a leg would make for a long day. If we make it 7 days of trail that might put us over in Duanes stomping grounds assuming we can impose or he’s in the area?
Again, this is currently an open book and a make it up as we go as none of us have any experience with this trail. I do have a friend in Douglas who may join who may know the area better.
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Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 11:19:23 AM
In case any of you uns need inspiration
Post by: wyorunner on April 19, 2020, 02:33:06 PM
Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 02:43:40 PM
Interesting drive. Starts in the plains of the east ends in the pines of the west. Appears to travel near elk mountain and the red desert in the south.
That’s my take upon my limited travels in Wy which has been thru most of these areas on the route. Turner where did you live in WY, I know you went to WYU....
I would also find it hard to believe a full size rig (Charles or Don) cannot drive this in WY.
Post by: wyorunner on April 19, 2020, 02:48:40 PM
And strangely enough I didn’t actually attend UW. I did get my associates from WWCC in Rock Springs though.
Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 02:58:57 PM
Thermopolis. All my family still lives up that way.
And strangely enough I didn’t actually attend UW. I did get my associates from WWCC in Rock Springs though.
Sorry, when Baylee was looking into wyu thought you said you had attended.
Post by: wyorunner on April 19, 2020, 03:04:40 PM
Thermopolis. All my family still lives up that way.
And strangely enough I didn’t actually attend UW. I did get my associates from WWCC in Rock Springs though.
Sorry, when Baylee was looking into wyu thought you said you had attended.
Looked at it heavily and do know it to be a good school, but then joined the Marine Corps. Applied to a masters program, but did not get accepted.
Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 03:30:02 PM
Post by: TexasRedNeck on April 19, 2020, 08:39:33 PM
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Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 09:23:46 PM
That makes 2 days up and 2 days back on top of the 7 for 11 total.
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Maybe 7 is a couple days too long? Could always peel off too as it’s not like we won’t be close to major highways along the route.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on April 19, 2020, 11:22:32 PM
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Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 11:25:33 PM
Or I could fly up and buy a KTM local and then ride back home....
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Ahem.......
Elite motorsports in Loveland just tuned my wr450 and they are a ktm dealer I believe..... :popcorn:
Post by: TexasRedNeck on April 19, 2020, 11:31:40 PM
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Post by: stlaser on April 19, 2020, 11:37:46 PM
Edit: stock seat might not be that comfy for several days would be only downside maybe.
Post by: Flyin6 on April 20, 2020, 09:58:23 AM
Shawn is doing a great job getting us out of the chock blocks and deserves all the credit for getting this first one started
I am putting together a plan that projects five years into our future that has great trips like this one, all overland, rugged, not totally safe...I thought that if we published the plan folks could plan for these things years in advance. Be warned, the one 3-4 years from now is going to be epic...really. Hope many join us as we fellowship together doing what we love to do and honor God and spread his word.
Buckle your seatbelts, this is gunna be a ride!
Post by: stlaser on May 12, 2020, 11:33:51 PM
A) is this still a feasible date?
B) who is still planning on attending?
I spoke with a local friend today and invited him to join the board and come on the trip, he’d fit in quite nice with the rift raft here I believe.
Best I can tell Wy has opened campgrounds to in state residents only at this time.
Post by: wyorunner on May 13, 2020, 03:52:00 AM
Probably should have waited and just done it all in June, but it’s done and over with and waiting to be in Hawaii.
Post by: Nate on May 13, 2020, 08:22:02 AM
We are out.... after 96 hours of hustle and bustle, the 74 has been dropped off at the transporters to be brought to Hawaii.
Probably should have waited and just done it all in June, but it’s done and over with and waiting to be in Hawaii.
being as I have shipped vehicles to and from germany….ill bet you got strange looks when you too that thing to get inspected!
Post by: Flyin6 on May 13, 2020, 10:12:44 AM
Post by: wyorunner on May 13, 2020, 03:39:28 PM
We are out.... after 96 hours of hustle and bustle, the 74 has been dropped off at the transporters to be brought to Hawaii.
Probably should have waited and just done it all in June, but it’s done and over with and waiting to be in Hawaii.
being as I have shipped vehicles to and from germany….ill bet you got strange looks when you too that thing to get inspected!
Nate, it was certainly strange. Simply because all they did was walk around the truck looking at the never ending scratches. But because we paid to ship it, not her work, the inspection took all of five minutes. Was definitely weird. Compared the tacoMa, that took an hour and was inspected inside and out upside and down.
Don, I certainly will miss meeting with you guys and making the run, but we had a window of opportunity to aid our family in forward debt reduction process, so we took it.
Post by: KensAuto on May 13, 2020, 05:17:59 PM
Sorry boss.
Post by: stlaser on May 13, 2020, 08:11:36 PM
Starting to look like Don's going to be stuck with only the hippy for company.
Sorry boss.
Still better than your gf....
Mike from Iowa I think is trying to get things worked out so he can go. His K5 is about finished.
Post by: KensAuto on May 15, 2020, 01:05:05 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on May 15, 2020, 10:29:45 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on May 29, 2020, 02:00:11 PM
My camper is nearly completed and a couple days after that happens we are outta here!
But the parks/campsites we were looking at are closed or have reduced services or capacity. It is making this difficult and we have a rapidly closing window due to the boys returning to physical conditioning for football which one coach wants to start 15 June, but officially begins the second week in July
That may mean there is just not enough support or things open for us to actually get there. If things don't start opening up fast, we will have to launch and stay local within a couple hundred miles of home and make the best of what what is available.
More to come, but I imagine most folks are seeing the same thing I am seeing.
Post by: stlaser on May 29, 2020, 08:29:43 PM
My 2 cents and I spoke with a local friend who was wanting to join and he came to same conclusion.
Post by: Flyin6 on May 29, 2020, 09:42:10 PM
OK, well we will launch on something much more local and see what we can make out of that. It would have been a hoot doing this trip with friends but, it is what it is.
Post by: stlaser on February 21, 2021, 03:40:30 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on February 21, 2021, 10:33:47 PM
Time frame limitations for the Don
Taking a week vaca starting 23 May
Then
Hanging around the casa until evening of 22 June
The day the Pre-Ranger ships off to US Army Infantry school.
After that I'll need something to clear my head
Post by: stlaser on February 21, 2021, 10:59:25 PM
I would be interested
Time frame limitations for the Don
Taking a week vaca starting 23 May
Then
Hanging around the casa until evening of 22 June
The day the Pre-Ranger ships off to US Army Infantry school.
After that I'll need something to clear my head
I should be good with July, Second kid graduating end of school year and taking her to Montana in August. Sorry Ken, MT gave her more money and pretty sure it’s not as liberal as flagstaff.....
Post by: KensAuto on February 22, 2021, 09:22:22 AM
Post by: stlaser on February 22, 2021, 09:27:44 AM
Billings is just as bad as Flag, if that's where you're talking about.
Bozeman, starting to think you hate everywhere Ken...... :tongue: