Wheeler Lake

Post by **ZOSO** » Thu Jul 17, 2014 8:44 am

Alright so Im wanting to run wheeler lake. There is a guy on classic broncos that is in town that weekend and he was talking about running it also. So im wanting to get together and run it.

Right now Im looking at saturday august 16th. Anyone else interested?

http://www.traildamage.com/trails/index.php?id=40

Ok denver folks lets meet here. 545am leave by 6am.
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=39.62844 ... 1&t=h&z=17

We will then meet here and top off the tanks and meet up with others. Sinclair gas station. Should put us there around 730-745 or so.
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=39.22549 ... 1&t=h&z=18

Trailhead/airdown/unload here
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=39.35968 ... 1&t=h&z=18

Post by **Rox Crusher** » Thu Jul 17, 2014 11:57 am

If I'm not in Your-Rope at the time...........count me in.

Post by **B.O.B.** » Thu Jul 17, 2014 8:21 pm

If be game as long as I can get back up and running

Post by **cravenbronco** » Sat Jul 19, 2014 3:25 pm

Sounds good if I can finish lift and break in on engine. I'll bein

Post by **ZOSO** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 4:32 pm

Ok so 1 guy from CB will be joining us s he is in town that week/weekend.

Anyone else?

Post by **Rox Crusher** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 4:51 pm

Count me in.

Post by **akaFrankCastle** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 5:08 pm

Required/suggested set up?
Prospects of damage?

I know trail damage has a run down. Would be nice to hear the Bronco owner perspective.

Post by **Kinder** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 5:43 pm

I ran it a couple of years ago when my Bronco was just the Dirty Donkey. 33's on 3.5" lift, front locker only, 302 w/ C4. It did great, and a nearly stock Toyota Tacoma made it up to the bowling ball area by just gunning it. I didn't have any damage, there are some bypasses for the "Flopper" & "V Cut." Bnut ran it last year with his uncut on 31's, I think he ended up rubbing the fenders, but no damage either.

Post by **akaFrankCastle** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 5:56 pm

Sounds good. How's parking for tow rigs? Just in case.

Post by **landshark** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 5:58 pm

Would like to go but I think I have a prior commitment

Post by **ZOSO** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 6:00 pm

There is parking for tow rigs. As of right now I cant decide to drive or trailer.

Post by **ZOSO** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 6:01 pm

landshark wrote:Would like to go but I think I have a prior commitment

And that is running wheeler lake with us.

Post by **landshark** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 11:07 pm

How long to run the trail? I don't remember it's been too long.

Post by **casadejohnson** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 12:55 am

I'm a maybe. I have not done much of anything with the Bronco since Moab and there a some things that need to be gone through before I get it back on the trail. I'll do an assessment and see if I can get it together in time.

Post by **ZOSO** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 5:39 am

landshark wrote:How long to run the trail? I don't remember it's been too long.

Being on a weekend we are bound to hit traffic. It's an in/out trail. With that being said I'd like to be on the trail by 8am or earlier.

Post by **TOOLMAN** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 6:21 am

I would like to be in for this one...if the wifey doesn't have me tabbed for something I'm not aware of at this point.

Post by **Rox Crusher** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 7:41 am

ZOSO wrote:
landshark wrote:How long to run the trail? I don't remember it's been too long.

Being on a weekend we are bound to hit traffic. It's an in/out trail. With that being said I'd like to be on the trail by 8am or earlier.

rise and shine (or stay in Breck)

Post by **Jesus_man** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 8:45 am

landshark wrote:How long to run the trail? I don't remember it's been too long.

With a small group of capable rigs, I'm guessing up and down in 2-3hrs. But the larger the group...well ya know!

This trail has gotten harder over the years. A good thing I think! I remember when the bypass to V-notch was just that. Now it's an obstacle all it's own!

Just watch your speed thru Alma. They like to speed trap! When you off-load your rigs at Montgomery lake, turn the tow rigs so that are facing out. It might be very difficult to get out otherwise depending on the crowds. There are two ways into the trailhead. There is 39.312293, -106.059475 that allows you to travel up the valley floor, but it gets dusty. Or 39.312293, -106.059475, which all you do is not turn and you can't miss it, dusty too, just not as long.

And STAY THE TRAIL, but I know I don't have to tell you guys that.

Have fun and post pics!

Post by **ZOSO** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 12:46 pm

Rox Crusher wrote:
ZOSO wrote:
landshark wrote:How long to run the trail? I don't remember it's been too long.

Being on a weekend we are bound to hit traffic. It's an in/out trail. With that being said I'd like to be on the trail by 8am or earlier.

rise and shine (or stay in Breck)

Yep. If we get to the trail head at 8am that means leave denver at 6.

If trail traffic isnt bad and everyone is equiped we could be off the trail by noon. But watching other forums and facebook groups it seems like its been really busy as of late. Thats why I choose an early start.

Post by **Eck** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 12:52 pm

Depending on where I am at with my engine swap, I would like to go. If mine isn't ready and someone has a passenger seat open, I would love to get on board! ToolMan-- if you are able to go and are going solo, I'd jump in with you if that is ok.

Post by **TOOLMAN** » Wed Jul 23, 2014 6:54 am

Eck wrote:ToolMan-- if you are able to go and are going solo, I'd jump in with you if that is ok.

Shouldn't be a problem...like I said, if my wife doesn't have me tabbed for something (or if she decides to go for some odd reason). I'll keep you posted.

Post by **landshark** » Thu Jul 24, 2014 11:40 am

I won't be able to make it, have commitments at 11am.

Post by **cravenbronco** » Fri Jul 25, 2014 6:40 pm

I am in. I got everything ironed out I think

Post by **Task Force Bronco** » Fri Jul 25, 2014 7:52 pm

If any one has an open seat I would like to come along with. Bronco is running awesome, gas is just killing me. I also need to save for a new motor.

Post by **cravenbronco** » Fri Jul 25, 2014 9:41 pm

Task Force Bronco wrote:If any one has an open seat I would like to come along with. Bronco is running awesome, gas is just killing me. I also need to save for a new motor.

I might have a seat open depending if my mom wants to go
but i also have a bench seat in the back

Post by **Task Force Bronco** » Sun Jul 27, 2014 3:23 pm

I will shot gun it but I don't really fit in the back if you know what I mean

Post by **cravenbronco** » Sun Jul 27, 2014 3:25 pm

Task Force Bronco wrote:I will shot gun it but I don't really fit in the back if you know what I mean

not sure if she is going for sure or not will post when I know what's up

Post by **Task Force Bronco** » Sun Jul 27, 2014 5:54 pm

Just pm me was up, and thanks for offering the ride.

jw0747 · Post by **jw0747** » Tue Jul 29, 2014 7:10 pm

I'm the guy from CB.com who'll be there on the 16th. My buddy (Jeep Rubicon) and I ('73 EB) are coming from Texas to stay in Fairplay starting on the 10th for about 10 days. We plan on doing about 10-15 trails in the area so if you can do some other trails with us it would be great. Glad you guys are coming to Wheeler Lake. I didn't see a response from Moneypit. We have wheeled with them at OCBR and LEBC Annual Roundup. Jesus Man is also a former LEBC pal.

Post by **Jesus_man** » Tue Jul 29, 2014 11:51 pm

jw0747 wrote:I'm the guy from CB.com who'll be there on the 16th. My buddy (Jeep Rubicon) and I ('73 EB) are coming from Texas to stay in Fairplay starting on the 10th for about 10 days. We plan on doing about 10-15 trails in the area so if you can do some other trails with us it would be great. Glad you guys are coming to Wheeler Lake. I didn't see a response from Moneypit. We have wheeled with them at OCBR and LEBC Annual Roundup. Jesus Man is also a former LEBC pal.

Well I'll be... Mr. JW! How's things? I hope these boys show you a good time! Wish I were in the area to join!

www.ColoradoClassicBroncos.com

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