SCC Invades BigDogs

[YJeXtreme]

Hey guys'n'gals just wanted to post in enough advance time that a few are planning to head to BigDogs from Sept 18-20th. I believe Sean and Joe are planning on attending and I will be if I can get all necessary parts to finish my rig.

[rockyjeep420]

im there!:2thumbsup: everyone block your calander for this.THE BEST 4 WHEELIN ON THE EAST COAST!! and a fun weekend i might add!
check out bigdogsoffroad.com for more details. sign ups begin at the end of august. 75 for driver and 25 to camp. a small price for this kind of event.virginia rock crawling championship, 4wheeler magizine will be there.
just check the agenda on the big dogs site. i can answer any questions yall might have, for iv been there 3 times in the past.
hope to see everyone out there. joe

[rubican!]

im in ive already requested the dates off. Put me down!!!!!!! after checkign out the site and talking to Joe i cant wait for this.

[Scrambled]

Put in my vacation form today. :thumb:
Looking forward to this trip.:wings::driving:

Later
Sean

[rubican!]

UPDATE: Vacation got approved and .....GOT IT WIFE APPROVED:wings::drunkbuds::woot_jump:

[rubican!]

looks like the register links are up and we can register. Gonna fill it out and take care of it on monday prolly. just .....waiting.... to make sure im not the only one lol.

JOE: at the meet and greet you talked about a gunenr riding with you. If you dont find anyone ill prolly jsut ride with you for the night runs caus ei plan on gettign hammered the whole time im there. As for the day runs ill be crawling my own rig unless youguys anty up a seat for the big shit.

ALSO: I have no riders at all. So if someone wants to come and ride and enjoy the jambo i need to know so i can put it on my registration cause you have to take a rig to get in. I have one seat open to a rider and you have until friday next week to let me know.

3rd: Call me weird but i think we should get a list of gear together we are gonna bring so we dont end up with 50 stoves and 30 lanterns. We will how ever need 5,000 coolers.

[VTCRAIG]

I will definitely be at this event as well. I try to run at least two big dogs events per year. I will be camping with friends from Northern VA that I go with every year but I would love to try to meet up with some of you all as well. We usually ride 7's and 8's if anyone is interested. GREAT WHEELIN! :2thumbsup: Heres a pic from Icebreakers this year:

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r132/HOKIE05TJ/STP62569.jpg

[cootees]

Is there a registration date? I'd love to try and make it but it's too early to tell.

[rubican!]

well i dontknow if they close it off at any point but if yourgonna go id go soon. Like is aid i have one seat so if anyone wants to ride and jsut enjoy bands/beer/wheeling let me know.

[Scrambled]

Kay is coming with me. We will be running same trails as the rest of you guys the first day. I wanna hang out with my friends and have a good time.:drunkbuds::drinks:

Probably gonna run the I'm with stupid trails on the last day.:driving:

VT Craig would love to meet up with you and BS a bit. I know a few of the NOVA guys from Crozet.

Just look for this piece of junk. It's kinda hard to miss. LOL


http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj266/Scrambled1983/Trikeluckyetc008.jpg

Looking forward to this run!:wings:

[VTCRAIG]

Scrambled, that sounds good. I will keep an eye out for your green monster there. You should blend in plenty well with some of the bigger rigs that ride there. We are usually up around camp 3 somewhere which is up behind the shower areas and we usually have a pretty hodge podge group with Jeeps, yotas, a buggy or two and sometimes even a fullsize. For anyone that has not been to the Main Jambo before, it really is a great time aside from just the great wheelin and I encourage anyone who can come to mark it down. They have a mud bog sat. night which is great entertainment (although my jeep won't get within 100 feet of it) and a huge bon fire and photo slideshow from the previous days rides, etc. Always a great party to say the least! Just for kicks, heres the after photo of the one Brave soul in our group who decided to hit the mud bog last time (this rig was spotless beforehand by the way)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r132/HOKIE05TJ/STP62515.jpg

[RUkered]

I'll be there as well - break in my TJ the right way. Scrambling (no pun intended) to get it armored up enough in time. Can't wait.

[Scrambled]

I'll be there as well - break in my TJ the right way. Scrambling (no pun intended) to get it armored up enough in time. Can't wait.

:rotflmao5::rotflmao5: I liked that one!

I would like to get an idea of who is running what level trails 5,6,7,8,9,10,11? Would like to get everyone together to head out of town at the same time as well.
Post up what you plan on running and when you plan on leaving town. This is my first trip to big dogs and man am I excited!:driving::wings:
Later
Sean

[mikecraft]

has anyone ran the 5-7 trails there? just curious if the ranger can handle it with the mild lift i have. im assuming trail 1-4 are like broad run or lignite

[rockyjeep420]

i will be leaving thursday night around 6 or so.4 wheeling starts 9 am friday morn.if anyone is coming up after feel free to ride with one another.you can register any time from now until you get there.i recommend signing up online before you go, however no paying customer will be turned away.
trails: we will all be riding together on 6+7s this more than enough to satisfy all your wild ideas!only fully caged and harnesed vehicles(shawn) will be allowed on bigger trails.iv seen 7 s make u want to shit yourself (little hill called pucker).this is gonna be awesome:2thumbsup:
after riding through people can move up or down later on, or the next day,we wont leave anyone behind!
try to pick up a fire extingusher if you can we wanna make a good example.

[rockyjeep420]

as this gets closer and we know how many,we can figure out more about camping and where to meet when we get there.:thumb:

[rockyjeep420]

has anyone ran the 5-7 trails there? just curious if the ranger can handle it with the mild lift i have. im assuming trail 1-4 are like broad run or lignite
you should be good what size tires do you have?trails 1-4 are way better than broad run.

[mikecraft]

talked with john from big dogs and hes very confident that i could handle 4,5,6 and possible 7 but im goin to wait and see when i get there for him to look everything over and take his opinion then

[rubican!]

yeah dont worry ill tip toe behind you in tinkerbell im not ready for metal mashing yet. Might shot gun the 6-7's with joe first then try therm out. Im more intrested in having fun then replacing parts.

[mikecraft]

thats me plus i dont think the bank would like a truck that gets abused on a trail by rocks and trees

[VTCRAIG]

Derek (RUKered) and I are planning on heading up together and would welcome anyone else who plans to leave around the same time. We plan on leaving no later than 3pm on Thursday to get up there in time to get a decent camp site. We also will most likely be running mostly 7's, mabye a 6 or two. I ran pennsyltuckian last year, which was originally a 7 that they have changed to an 8 because of the top part. It was definitely the toughest trail I have run there and is a definite locker F&R and 35" + tire territory. I have some other friends I will be riding with as well but I'm sure we will go on at least one or two trails with you all during the weekend. Anyone with at least one locker and 33's should be ok on 6's for sure. As far as 7's, some will be fine and others may be a bit much, depending on driver comfort level. I've run one of the harder 7's (Corrum Special) back when I had one locker and 33's and made it ok but it was pretty challenging. You have to remember most the guys in charge of rating the trails rock seriously built rigs or buggies so just keep that in mind :rotflmao5: Also, there is a chance I may be "trail guiding" on Friday and/or Saturday due to the fact our usual guides jeep is in pieces so he may just ride with me. Just keep an eye out for me Blue TJ on 35's and Derek's black TJ on 33's (see pic below) and anyone is welcome to ride in our group. Looking forward to seeing ya'll there!:2thumbsup:

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r132/HOKIE05TJ/STP62483.jpg

[Scrambled]

Joe brought up a good point according to the big dogs site fire extinguishers are required on all rigs.
I post up if I find a deal on em locally or if I can talk my way into a group buy.

vtcraig looking forward to meeting you and finally getting to big dogs!:driving::2thumbsup:

Later
Sean

[drakan1908]

Northern has one for under 20 bucks but it is disposable (nonrechargeable)
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200264374_200264374

Four Wheeler magazine has a good article on fire extinguishers in the Oct. issue.

[affende]

Joe brought up a good point according to the big dogs site fire extinguishers are required on all rigs.
I post up if I find a deal on em locally or if I can talk my way into a group buy.

vtcraig looking forward to meeting you and finally getting to big dogs!:driving::2thumbsup:

Later
Sean

i dont understand why anyone would wheel without a FE .... its required for most clubs including SC4WDA on ALL gatherings / trail runs.

you can get cheap $20 auto FEs at walmart ... i keep 2 in the TJ. cheap insurance for expensive rigs ... i think its safe to say most of us have slightly more than $40 in our rigs ...

[rubican!]

i do not mind picking one up at all. I just could never think of a reason i would need one for my JK, but then after doing some thinking i relized that your FE isnt for you to use on yourslef its for you to use on your buddy's cause chances are when its time for it on yours your in the dirver seat trying to get out. So i will get one in hopes the guy in front of me and behind me has one to, saftey first

[mikeyb]

the trail rides being on a scale of 1-11, where would a trail like potts be classified??

[VTCRAIG]

It's kind of tough to draw a direct comparison between potts and Big Dogs. As you will find at Big Dogs, the trails are not overly lengthy and you pretty much get into the "good stuff" right off the bat with little riding time before the real obstacles begin. This is unlike somewhere such as potts where you may have a couple miles of easy dirt trail with small rocks separating the "obstacle" areas. That being said, I would probably put the ledge bypass area at potts somewhere in tne neighborhood of a mid 5 (if going up hill) and, given how the stacks looked last weekend, I'd probably put them up in the high 5, low 6 range (again, going up and depending on line). The majority of the rest of the trail (sans ledge) would probably be between a 2-4. Obviously not an exact science but hopefully that gives you an idea.

[rockyjeep420]

registration is in and paid! got my f.e. installed,ready to roll:2thumbsup:
i have an empty seat if anyone wants to try and make this one.
gonna try to get with everyone next week for final details:)

[evolution]

whats the latest on the reg. on the trip and camping? if i can like to camp with everybody if im able to go... not sure if i can go yet...

[evolution]

i just talked to john, the owner up there and he said that if scc would have at least 6 rigs there he would come around and give 20 bucks to each rig owner for the effort on come to his ride... thats cool....:2thumbsup:
so even if i dont get to come, make sure that everybody fills out there papers and puts down there scc members or have there rigs with scc....:wings:

[rubican!]

Its Official For me as well!!! All paid up and ready to go!!!!! Gonna be a good time for sure.

[Scrambled]

OK all i got left to do is change the fluid in the T-caes and install the fire extinguisher in Lucky and Im ready to go.:2thumbsup:

Anybody else gonna make it?

later
Sean

[evolution]

so how many people are goin, i think if everything works out a buddy and i are goin with his bronco and my jeep.. and what time is everybody leaving noke?

what trails is everybody goin to be running? i never been up there and with the stuff i have what trail would i be able to go on without trashing everything.. ive been known to get a lil carried away sometimes... i dont want to bring home pcs...:ops:

[VTCRAIG]

I am still good to go. I just have some minor stuff to knock out on the jeep beforehand like front pads/rotors, install my rear riddler diff cover, and change t-case fluid. I'm getting real pumped though as this is my favorite 4wheeling event every year. I was also curious what time most planned to leave Roanoke. I think Derek and I are still planned to head out by 2-3pm on Thursday.

Also, to your question, evolution...based on what you have listed in your sig, you should be fine on all 6's and also most, if not all 7's. Some of the upper 7's can get a bit hairy in places if you only have one locker but I have run one of the hardest 7's with one locker and 33's before (although it was definitely tough) so I think with your 35's and locker you would be ok. I would suggest running a 6 first though just to get your feet wet since they tend to underrate their trails. I will try to keep an eye out for as many folks from the club's vehicles as I recognize and make a point to introduce myself. Can't wait! :wings:

[rubican!]

yeah i have rear poisen spider diff cover to install pads all around and rear rotors as well as trasnfercase and transmission need serviceing :( but im looking forward to the trip for sure. I think we are going to have a meeting abou tthe trip at Bdubs near tanglewood at 5-6 pm sunday to talk about the event if anyone wants to come.

[RUkered]

I'm still on the 'definitely going' list too. Craig and I are putting on my rocker guards next weekend and other than checking fluids, brakes, getting a fire extinguisher, etc., I'm ready to roll.

[Scrambled]

Myself Matt and Joe are meeting at the Pilot station in Troutville @ 6:30 PM to head out.
Anybody else who wants to join us are welcome.:driving:

Later
Sean

[evolution]

well, two more are reg. into the event...:2thumbsup: but we got a bit of work to do before my jeep and buddy's jeepster are ready to go:fingerscrossed:... we worked all weekend on his jeep and got it running yest... my jeep, i got a sye to put it.. i hoping to get it done this weekend...can wait to go.. be glad to wheel them some instead of working on them...:drunkbuds:

[rubican!]

as you can tellf rom my build thread ive been busy but all my fluids are changed and im ready to go!!!!!!!!

[evolution]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8KdFZxVql8&feature=fvw

there a bad a@@ zj i found from last years big dogs on youtube..

[Scrambled]

White ZJ belongs to the guy that runs Moon works. Good guy I think he helped Brandon out with his ZJ.

After watching the video Im getting even more excited, is it the 17th yet. LOL

Later
Sean

[VTCRAIG]

Unfortunately a lot of the guys from Nova that I usually meet up with at Big Dogs have had to bail out of this trip for one reason or another but I am still sticking to my guns and coming up! Do any of ya'll know yet what area you plan to camp once you get there? Derek and I will cruise around and try to find everyone so we can try to hookup for a ride or three :driving:

[evolution]

im not sure where we are camping, i have to find out where sean and the guys are camping at when we get there if we dont get to meet up on the raod somewhere...im just hope its going to be good weather!!!:2thumbsup:

[rubican!]

im riding up with joe and sean so will be all 3 of us together shouldnt be hard to look for. We can pick a not onthe trail cb channel as well to communicate i reckon!

[VTCRAIG]

Sounds great guys! I know my way around the campground relatively well so I'm sure we will find ya'll. Looking forward to meeting everyone I have not met yet and doin some awesome wheeling and hopefully kickin back some cold ones around the fire!

[evolution]

is it thursday yet... this is goin to be a long week to wait for this... cant wait to see this place and do some wheeling... :wings:

[Scrambled]

Yep I know how you feel bro. Thursday just wont get here fast enough! LOL
Remember John has offered to refund all of us $20 if 6 or more rigs from SCC show up. At last count looks like we have 7 attending.

I think we will be in camp 1 or camp 3. I post up when we figure it out.

Later
Sean

[rubican!]

well after having the days approved for 2 f#$%ing months and reminding them over and over again my employer has decided it imparitve that i work in south boston virginia thursday and friday. So it looks like i wont be able to ride up with you guys. Im going to have to come either friday night or saturday morning. I called Mr. Hunt about it and he said it was no problems and even told me he would pr rate me for the days lost. He is a really cool guy. But im pissed, for soem reason when they know its jsut me taking vacation and not the entire family they think its ok to cancel itif they need to.

Im mad about it but at the same time i guess im thankful i have a demanding job right now.

[VTCRAIG]

Thats a bummer about having to work man, sorry to hear that. Hopefully you can come up in time to get some riding in on Saturday and Sunday. Also, just an FYI for everyone coming up, I just checked the forecast and looks like a pretty good chance of rain Friday and mabye some Saturday so bring rain gear, covers/tops for jeeps, etc. We are planning on shooting for Camp 3 so we will look for the rest of you guys when we get up there. Have a safe trip up!

[Scrambled]

Damn Matt sorry to hear about the work SNAFU. I had the same thing happen a few weeks ago but like you I was pissed but glad my job is secure right now.
Hope you can make it up sat at least.

Later
Sean

[RUkered]

Im mad about it but at the same time i guess im thankful i have a demanding job right now.

Definitely unfortunate, but it at least sounds like you'll be able to get in a couple days of wheeling, so not a total loss. :thumb:

I'm getting pumped for this - but the week is dragging by as a result. Heading out tonight to get a few things - fire extinguisher, recovery strap (which I've neglected for too long).

Aside from prep for the wheeling aspect, it's been so long since I've been camping that I'm sure I'll forget something.

Everybody have a safe trip up and I'll see you there. :wings:

[evolution]

well im still trying to get a driveshaft together and in the rear of my jeep... i was thinking last min details and i think i should had let this one out..:banghead: the drive shaft i had was working fine...buddys jeepster thats goin got bout 8 hours of work left on it and have no time for trail riding here before we go... so have to work bugs out there...if theres any..:fingerscrossed:

but we get everything together... i keep telling that to myself:harhar:
im off thursday so i think i can do it....

[evolution]

hey sean, i will try to call you later.... we running behind.. got my jeep done for the most part.... the jeepster, still got to mount the winch and the shocks again.. later..:2thumbsup:

[dribnus]

HOPE EVERYONE HAS A GREAT AND SAFE TIME THIS WEEKEND.:2thumbsup: