1ST ANNUAL RubberDown Ride.

[Bigdog800EFI]

Trying to please everyone is not possible so if you don't like the plan please try to keep it to your self. If you have suggestions on what or how to do things there those a always welcome. But here it is.

WHAT : 1ST RubberDown ride.
WHEN : Monday August 24th -Sunday August 30th.
WHERE : Coal Creek Off Road Park. Tenn.
WHO : Anyone that reads this, you do not need to be a member, the more the merrier.
HOW : Don't care how you get there , JUST DO IT!

The main planned get together is planned for Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
For those that want to ride during the week, try to hang around for the last few days.For those that want to go just for the weekend, Try to plan an extra day in front for Thursday and Friday.

I realize this will not work for everyone but hopefully this gets the most people there and we can cross paths will fellow Rubberdowners.

There are cabins available at the park. It is cheaper to rent them by the week, so if you can hook up with someone to split a week that would be cool.
Camp sites are also available.

http://www.coalcreekohv.com/
http://www.coalcreekohv.com/main/directions_lodging

Hotels:

Double Tree Inn - (865) 481-2468
Comfort Inn - (865) 481-8200
Days Inn - (865) 483-5615
Hampton Inn - (865) 482-7889
Jameson Inn - (865) 483-6809
Super 8 - (865) 483-1200
Econo Lodge - (865) 482-9968

I talked to the Park office and they will grant permission for the those that are staying at the hotels to leave your trailers and ATVs there if you would like.

[Dirtbmw20]

Awesome. At least we have definite plans and we can start planning and saving money.

[Rebel64]

Awesome. At least we have definite plans and we can start planning and saving money.

My thoughts exactly!
Cool dates for it too since my birthday is on the 26th.
Now I gotta check out those cabins.

[Riblet]

952 miles from the crib. If gas stays reasonable I might be able to make it. Oh yeah, and if the wife says ok.

[850PoPo]

Works out perfect for me.

[Dirtbmw20]

Cool dates for it too since my birthday is on the 26th.



That cool as hell. That's my dad's birthday AND also the day I signed the papers on my house in 1998,lol.

[Rebel64]

Wow cool for sure Lee!

[Bigdog800EFI]

729 miles for me. Going to try and be there all week.

[800Stealth]

Nice, I like the idea of Thursday to Saturday. It lets those with long trips (1000 miles for me) pull it off with just 1 week vacation time spent. Now I just have to con my pops into sliding me the keys to his $150,000 Freightliner motorhome... promise it won't get dirty dad. LOL

[850PoPo]

That week is full of Birthdays in my family 26th mine 29th my sons got to talk wife into lettin kids off school Friday so we can be there Friday & Saturday.

[BIG_T]

653 miles for me. I'll have to see what I can take off of work.

[850PoPo]

304 for us just ran the miles any one going thre Western Ky on I 24 thru Paducah Ky let me know maybe we can meet up I've got a 16ft trailer probally can get 5 or 6 bikes on it???

[hampster_rancher]

650 miles and almost 11 hours for me. Now I gotta see if I can get time off work.

[BOOMERANG]

We plan to be there. Too early to tell if it will be for the whole week or just Thurs, Fri & Sat. I found another camp ground also. We had planned to spend a week up there this year before I broke my ribs.

http://indiancreekrvresort.com/

[froogle]

sweet, a freakin' target. i guess i better start takin' my empties back,lol.

[Rebel64]

sweet, a freakin' target. i guess i better start takin' my empties back,lol.

Yeah me too, but aluminum has dropped down to $.40/lb here and it was at $.85 this summer. Ah well, just hope fuel prices stay at a reasonable level.
Desi and I talked about this trip a while ago, and she's up for it.
So Nats is now a no-go for me...just can't swing 2 big events in the same year, but it'll be worth it to meet and ride with a bunch of Rubberdowners in TN. Lot closer to home also @ around 565 miles for us.

[Rubberdown]

Total Estimated Time: 11 hours 37 minutes
Total Estimated Distance: 703.47 miles

Thats directly from my city, if I am going to stop in at Chads, then meet up with the hair band (yup, thats you Rob and Kev and the rest of your crew ;) ) it will add a couple more hours for sure. But, we are planning to make it, I guess we should though right!!!! Maybe I can write it all off as a business expense???? We got any accountants on here that can answer that for me??? LOL

[Camo500EFI]

597 miles for me. I just need to check my show schedule for August and as long as I don't have a show I'm their.

[Rubberdown]

Chad, you BETTER make this trip, and bring all the fun neighbors and your wife and littlin's as well ;)

[badmaners]

Alrighty then. Excellent. A date to plan by. We're in for this. Froogle I'll see you tonight to go over the preliminary plans so far. 1200km or 12 hour drive ahead of us. Plus a short stop at the border LOL. Yee Haww

[badmaners]

Total Estimated Time: 11 hours 37 minutes
Total Estimated Distance: 703.47 miles

Thats directly from my city, if I am going to stop in at Chads, then meet up with the hair band (yup, thats you Rob and Kev and the rest of your crew ;) ) it will add a couple more hours for sure. But, we are planning to make it, I guess we should though right!!!! Maybe I can write it all off as a business expense???? We got any accountants on here that can answer that for me??? LOL

The hair band LOL?? 1980's buddy, don't forget it.

[PROJECT FOREMAN]

WooHoo!Let's all get the daytimer planning books out and start the ball a rollin'!!!!

[Rebel64]

597 miles for me. I just need to check my show schedule for August and as long as I don't have a show I'm their.

Looks like one of us mapquested wrong...we're a lot more than 32 miles away from eachother.

[Camo500EFI]

Looks like one of us mapquested wrong...we're a lot more than 32 miles away from eachother.

When have you ever seen Mapquest to be 100% correct??? I hate Mapquest and I'll double check it on another site.

[Rebel64]

Yeah good point. What other site do you use?

[Camo500EFI]

Might just have to look it up on my trusty new GPS unit in my short bus.

[sweeper]

Paul you can wright it off if you bring some of your products (one lift kit), and say it was a promotional trip. At least thats what my dad does on all his vac.

[Bigdog800EFI]

Yea we will have to come up with some door prizes. BUSINESS TRIP !!!!!!!!!!!

[Camo500EFI]

I plan on writing it off for business. I'll bring a couple of brochures and we can use them to get the fire started.LOL

[geonc]

Shounds like a plan! I guess from their ATV policy, lifted machines are OK....wonder what they mean by "studded" tires?

Might need a cheater strap on some of the rocks tho :madgrin:

["Bankrupt"]

Count us in. We will be there no doubt!!!

[Camo500EFI]

Looks like one of us mapquested wrong...we're a lot more than 32 miles away from eachother.

My GPS just told me 589 miles to the address on the site.

[Rebel64]

So how far for me then Mr. GPS guru?

[Camo500EFI]

I need your address to tell you for sure..... But keep in mind once I have theres no telling when I might just show up with booze in hand. LMAO!

[hampster_rancher]

Chad, you BETTER make this trip, and bring all the fun neighbors and your wife and littlin's as well ;)

Can't vouch for the neighbours, but we are in. I broke the news to Monique last night. As for the kids, I guess I should start stocking up on NyQuil now so they will enjoy the ride......A SLEEP!!!! LOL

If you can write this trip off, do I at least get an employee discount?? LOL

[hampster_rancher]

HA!! There you go Paul.....COMPANY PICKNICK!! LOL

[Rebel64]

I need your address to tell you for sure..... But keep in mind once I have theres no telling when I might just show up with booze in hand. LMAO!

515 W. Glen Ave
Ptown 61614

Booze is ALWAYS welcome here!! And you too of course.

[Rubberdown]

I'm excited guys, I'm looking forward to meeting all of you guys and gals, so lets seriously do this. I'll bring some prizes for sure, and not just my products either.

[Rebel64]

I'm psyched too!
So who's all staying on-site? I looked at the cabins descriptions yesterday, and unless I missed something they only have little bunkbeds?

[Camo500EFI]

I'm psyched too!
So who's all staying on-site? I looked at the cabins descriptions yesterday, and unless I missed something they only have little bunkbeds?

I think I would tent it on site unless the wife comes then I need a cabin.

[hampster_rancher]

Well, that is appropriate, you and Desi aren't married......

[hampster_rancher]

We will be in a motel close by....my wife won't ruff it with out hydo, running water, A/C....LOL

[Rebel64]

Well, that is appropriate, you and Desi aren't married......

You mean we can't live in sin just for this ride? ;)

[hampster_rancher]

As long as you aren't a screamer....LOL

[Rebel64]

As long as you aren't a screamer....LOL

LMFAO....you nut!

[Rebel64]

Just was looking at more pics of the cabins. I wonder if there would be room on the floor in the middle of the bunks just to make a double layer of the mattresses side by side for a more comfy sleeping situation. Hmmm.

[800Stealth]

I don't think there are showers or bathrooms in those cabins. I asked my pops today about borrowing his motorhome, unfortunately I'll get edited if I repeat his answer and the way he put it. LOL. I was checking around online for prices of motorhome rentals, holy smokes $300+ per day before mileage. Looks like it's a motel for me. Is there gonna be a prize for longest distance traveled? I think I'm in the lead with 1087 miles, it's crazy what we're willing to do for a wheeler ride and a few beers....LOL

[Rebel64]

Yeah there is. Here's the info from the website:
Cabins (10)

Sleeps 4, bedding not provided, $100 per night
Weekly Cabin rate (minimum of 7 days) $630 + tax (excludes Holidays or Events)

Cabins are furnished with 2 bunk beds, kitchenette and bathroom with shower. Fire rings are also provided.
________________

Looks like a corner type shower from the few pics they have up also.

Too bad your pop nixed the idea of borrowing his ride...that would've been sweet.
And yeah you got a long haul for sure!

[hampster_rancher]

Yeah there is. Here's the info from the website:
Cabins (10)

Sleeps 4, bedding not provided, $100 per night
Weekly Cabin rate (minimum of 7 days) $630 + tax (excludes Holidays or Events)

Cabins are furnished with 2 bunk beds, kitchenette and bathroom with shower. Fire rings are also provided.
________________

Looks like a corner type shower from the few pics they have up also.

Too bad your pop nixed the idea of borrowing his ride...that would've been sweet.
And yeah you got a long haul for sure!

$100 a night seems a little steep, I dunno. I'll have to see how the job holds out, but i think I'm still looking into a motel in town.

[Rebel64]

I haven't looked at the prices of the hotel rooms per night around there, but in my mind the $100 doesn't seem bad at all, especially for staying on site, hanging out next to the fire in the evenings and having fun with you goofballs, no driving after partying, etc etc etc...

[800Stealth]

I see, I guess I read it to fast, I thought it said bathroom and shower facilities on site. I stayed at a place in Vermont like that, An 800 foot sprint from the cabin through the campground to the community bathroom at 3:00 in the morning really sucks.

[Rebel64]

LMAO!! Especially with your boxer shorts falling down during that sprint!!! :fear:

But yeah there's the part that you read:
There are 2 bathhouses inside the park, one on the RV campsite and the other on the primitive campsite.

[800Stealth]

LMAO, what boxer shorts? just a pair of cupped hands and a smile....:bolt:

I think $100 a night is about average, that's what I pay when I go fishing in the white mountains.

[Rebel64]

Too funny!
Are we gonna hear about the Rubberdown Streakers Club next summer after this ride??

[Rubberdown]

LOL, I'll have not part of this streaking you speak of!!!

Hey Chad, I wonder if we could put all the youngins on cots or something in the cabin, then me, mel, you and mo could all take a bunk???

We may also tent it, its not that bad, we do it every summer a couple of times, our tent is big enough to fit us, the cloths, and a four wheeler LOL.

[Rebel64]

LOL, I'll have not part of this streaking you speak of!!!



Yeah that would suck to have the RDC crew banned from a whole state, rather than just another forum!

[torkmonster]

I haven't looked at the prices of the hotel rooms per night around there, but in my mind the $100 doesn't seem bad at all, especially for staying on site, hanging out next to the fire in the evenings and having fun with you goofballs, no driving after partying, etc etc etc...

Yeah, $100 isn't bad considering it does sleep 4 that'd be 25 a piece if 4 threw in.... or 2 and 2 be 50 a piece...

I'm with ya' mark on the haging around next to fire and all that.... And DEFINANTLY the no driving after partying.....

[Rebel64]

:)

Well I love you all like bruddas and sistas, but from the looks of the sizes of the cabins, there aint room enough for more than 2 people! Hell our tent is bigger than that, but to have a bathroom and shower right there in it would be very handy for a change.

[torkmonster]

LOL I havent looked at the site yet!

Even still the convienience of being right there on site to me is worth the 100

[Rebel64]

:) I hear ya there man. I'd hate to leave in the middle of a good time and gathering.

[800Stealth]

I'm still thinking of renting an RV. Anyone wanna go halves on one of these with me? http://www.gossrv.com/Showroom-motorhomes-ClassA-rent-lease.php

[Riblet]

I'd hate a DWI even worse. Guess I need to look into a spare set of tires. I sold the XTR's a while back cause I got tired of looking at them. I'm definetely gonna try to make this one. Might try to bring a freind or two. That would be one lonely ass drive by myself and I'm pretty sure Tara won't go. Unless you Northside foos are gonna come scoop me up, lol.

[Rebel64]

Yeah Ryan, a DWI would suck big time, and I sure would hate to see any of us get nabbed like that after all this planning for such a good time.
Maybe by then you could talk Tara into it, or go with the other plan of getting some other guys to make the run with you. Either way I sure hope you can make it.
OR...Ed can get his chopper license and buy a Chinook so he can fly down and pick you TX guys up!

[Rebel64]

I'm still thinking of renting an RV. Anyone wanna go halves on one of these with me? http://www.gossrv.com/Showroom-motorhomes-ClassA-rent-lease.php


Holy crap man...maybe if I win the mega lotto!

[hampster_rancher]

LOL, I'll have not part of this streaking you speak of!!!

Hey Chad, I wonder if we could put all the youngins on cots or something in the cabin, then me, mel, you and mo could all take a bunk???

We may also tent it, its not that bad, we do it every summer a couple of times, our tent is big enough to fit us, the cloths, and a four wheeler LOL.

Actually, thats a real good idea. The kids would have a hoot, and if there is any mud to be found, I'm gonna need a shower, or a hose handy.

Hey Paulie, we could pick up a bottle of Everclear on the way through....that would ensure I wouldn't be driving anywhere!! LOL

[hampster_rancher]

Yeah Ryan, a DWI would suck big time, and I sure would hate to see any of us get nabbed like that after all this planning for such a good time.
Maybe by then you could talk Tara into it, or go with the other plan of getting some other guys to make the run with you. Either way I sure hope you can make it.
OR...Ed can get his chopper license and buy a Chinook so he can fly down and pick you TX guys up!

See if you can get her to go Ryan. She won't be the only female there....It sounds like my wife (Monique), Pauls wife, Melissa and Rebs girlfriend Desi will be there......I'm sure us boys could use some supervisors for the after ride festivities!

[Rubberdown]

I was already thinking about that Everclear stuff ;)

I'll be in Indiana in February again for the big Dealer Expo, anyone know if they sell Everclear in Indy?????

[hampster_rancher]

I was already thinking about that Everclear stuff ;)

I'll be in Indiana in February again for the big Dealer Expo, anyone know if they sell Everclear in Indy?????

I'll just place my order now! LOL

[Riblet]

I don't think she would mind going, but getting someone to watch the 3 heathens while we gone, well that's another story. We'll see how it goes.

[Rebel64]

Don't forget Stacy (Erics wife), Amy (Lees wife) Boom, and Aarons better half Melissa will be joining the party too.

Do I have the tally up right there?

[Rebel64]

I don't think she would mind going, but getting someone to watch the 3 heathens while we gone, well that's another story. We'll see how it goes.

Isn't that what your parents or the in-laws are for? ;)

[800Stealth]

Holy crap man...maybe if I win the mega lotto!

LOL, I found those in my search for something a little more realistic.


I actually have found some reasonable ones for around a grand a week. I'll be coming with atleast 1 other buddy maybe more, so after the split it won't be so bad. I definately want to be on site, like everyone is saying a dwi on the ride back to a motel 1000 miles from home would ruin the trip fo sho.

[Rebel64]

I was already thinking about that Everclear stuff ;)

I'll be in Indiana in February again for the big Dealer Expo, anyone know if they sell Everclear in Indy?????


I thought that stuff was sold everywhere around here.

[Rebel64]

LOL, I found those in my search for something a little more realistic.


I actually have found some reasonable ones for around a grand a week. I'll be coming with atleast 1 other buddy maybe more, so after the split it won't be so bad. I definately want to be on site, like everyone is saying a dwi on the ride back to a motel 1000 miles from home would ruin the trip fo sho.

Last year before Nats I was looking at the RVs from CruiseAmerica and thought the prices weren't that bad. Have you been there yet?

[800Stealth]

That's 1 of the places I've found reasonable.

[hampster_rancher]

I thought that stuff was sold everywhere around here.

I hope so!! LOL

[800Stealth]

I don't think she would mind going, but getting someone to watch the 3 heathens while we gone, well that's another story. We'll see how it goes.

LMAO, the 3 heathens. now that's not very nice.

[torkmonster]

Don't forget Stacy (Erics wife), Amy (Lees wife) Boom, and Aarons better half Melissa will be joining the party too.

Do I have the tally up right there?

I believe you DO got it right there Mark.












So far...

[Rebel64]

I believe you DO got it right there Mark.












So far...

Gotta start a powerpoint show with all who's coming or I'm gonna lose track.

[torkmonster]

Cool, I have been doing sometalking to my ONLY relief at the moment and he sid he would be ok with either two extra weeks or two more weeks home.....
As long as he is still here when it gets closer...
Now it just has to go through Personnel Management! lol

[Riblet]

Alright, I talked to Tara and we are in assuming we can split the boys up somehow. None of the family can handle all three together. We will definetely be reserving a cabin.

[Rubberdown]

Alright, I talked to Tara and we are in assuming we can split the boys up somehow. None of the family can handle all three together. We will definetely be reserving a cabin.

Hell, we cant find anyone to handle just one kid, she can be a real hellion if she wants to be LOL.

We will have to find a dog sitter for our other 3 kids too....

[hampster_rancher]

Hell, we cant find anyone to handle just one kid, she can be a real hellion if she wants to be LOL.

We will have to find a dog sitter for our other 3 kids too....

Other '3' ??? Did you get another Mastiff ??

I forgot all about that....I guess Mom's gonna have the dogs for a couple a days! LOL

[njrincon]

571 miles for me ,I'M IN me, my girl my rincon and 400ex and BUD LIGHT(ONLY AT CAMPSITE) how many cabins are there?

[Camo500EFI]

I was already thinking about that Everclear stuff ;)

I'll be in Indiana in February again for the big Dealer Expo, anyone know if they sell Everclear in Indy?????


It's indiana of course they do.

Make sure you make a reservation at St. Elmos. It's a must.

[torkmonster]

Yep, should be My Melissa, Me, Mattdtru & Becky, Their kids, Alan, and a few more said they MAY be able to make it... Maybe Perry 650Brute will make it, don't know though bout that.. lol he got FIVE kiddies there... LOL

[Rubberdown]

Other '3' ??? Did you get another Mastiff ??

I forgot all about that....I guess Mom's gonna have the dogs for a couple a days! LOL


Do a google image search for "blue cane corso", we put a deposit on one of our pups sisters, our cane corso is 2 years old now, but the breader of her just had another littler with the same pair, so we picked out a blue male last week. Were gonna pick him up just after Christmas. Our old dog is 14 now and she cant keep up with all the play time her new companion can dish out so we needed to find her an "equal" to scrap it out with in the yard LOL, not the 100 and something year old dog.

[Rebel64]

571 miles for me ,I'M IN me, my girl my rincon and 400ex and BUD LIGHT(ONLY AT CAMPSITE) how many cabins are there?

10 cabins there.

[HighTechRedneck]

Awesome, finally got a place and time set!! You can most likely count me in. As soon as I get back from my vacation in December to TN i'll go ahead and ask for the whole week of the ride off. Just thought of an idea...how about a section on the forum just to talk and ask questions about the ride?? Kind of like High Lifter and the Mud Nationals section. I don't know just a quick brain fart.

[hampster_rancher]

Do a google image search for "blue cane corso", we put a deposit on one of our pups sisters, our cane corso is 2 years old now, but the breader of her just had another littler with the same pair, so we picked out a blue male last week. Were gonna pick him up just after Christmas. Our old dog is 14 now and she cant keep up with all the play time her new companion can dish out so we needed to find her an "equal" to scrap it out with in the yard LOL, not the 100 and something year old dog.

Aint no one gonna get in that house!! Congrats guys!

OH, BTW......After Xmas.....I'm off dog crap duty!!

[mm800]

Are the guys with big, mud tires gonna downsize or what. Would I be the only "DA" to run some outlaws there, or should I "borrow" the neighbors 27" 589s. It doesnt bother me to run the outlaws on trails.

[Rebel64]

I've been wondering the same thing about what to do with my bike.
Hell in a perfect world I'd get another bike just FOR a casual trail ride like this. I'd put my "old" 27" bi/tris on mine for this trip, but those are going on Desi's bike whenever I get it.

[torkmonster]

Wonder if 589's or if my BigHorns would be better for there......

[Rebel64]

Not sure what 589's are like compared to the BigHorns.
BH's more aggressive?

[torkmonster]

no, not really at all...
The bighorns are more of hard pack/trail tire... They do good in about everything other than thick muck mud... they dont clean well, though they dig good though, if that makes since.. but they really arent a mud tire by any means

[Rebel64]

Bring both sets then!

[Camo500EFI]

Thats kinda why I'm glad I only have my one set. Less to lug around.

[Rebel64]

I forgot you had 589's. They're a pretty good general purpose tire?

[Camo500EFI]

I haven't tried them on rocks yet but for hard pack, mud and snow their great tires.

[Dirtbmw20]

Those Bighornes ought to just about perfect for mountain and mountain trail riding.

My Outlaws are gonna suck but it's all I got. At least I still got the stockers to put on Amy's bike but I only have Outlaws for my bike.

[hampster_rancher]

I'm not downsizing. I don't care if there is only one puddle. It will be a big a$$ puddle after I go through it a 100 times! LOL I don't do hills and I hate the way my bike looks with the little stock tires on it.

[Camo500EFI]

After a cople miles of riding they all feel smooth no matter what tires or size you run. Just my .02

[HighTechRedneck]

Haha...I was just looking online for a set of 27" ITP 589s or 27" Executioners for the ride. I've been wanting a second set of tires.

[Rubberdown]

Is this place all mountain climbing, or what? I like trails, mud, and the occasional LITTLE climb, but I dont want to be workin this thing up hills all day long???

[HighTechRedneck]

www.windrockatv.com and then hit photos on the left side menu. It'll take you to a forum page and just pick a thread and check out the photos. It's trails, mud, hill climbs, i think there is a few river crossings. Mostly trails though. Trust me they have their trails level as far as difficulty goes and from what i've been told you won't not have a good time.

[BirdDog4x4]

Well TN is not to far from Ga and I am always up for a road trip. I will be back home from Iraq before Christmas and just started ordering MODS for the popo. Thanks for the link HighTechRedneck, I will be checking it out!


Only 464 miles from the house, that is not bad and I am pretty sure that it is some good country driving!

[HighTechRedneck]

No problem. Might be better just to go to YouTube.com and search for Windrock, TN ATV or Coal Creek, TN ATV and see what it comes up with.

[BirdDog4x4]

Well I am probuably going to bring both my wheelers, becasue when I am done with the popo it is not going to be a trail machine anymore!

[Bigdog800EFI]

http://good-times.webshots.com/album/563669592FhlVNK

I found these pictures on the Windrock Forum site. I also heard to stay away from the Super8 Motel.

[Rebel64]

Thanks for the link! Gives a much better perspective of the grounds and cabins.

[njrincon]

checked out the links , looks good is it a good place for sport quads? my girl rides my old mx 400ex(low and wide)

[Riven]

Awesome. At least we have definite plans and we can start planning and saving money.

Same here.

Not real sure ill be able to make it but i plan to save every cent i can from now on.

The real question is do i need a passport etc to get into the US now? If yes how many months will that take. LOL

[torkmonster]

checked out the links , looks good is it a good place for sport quads? my girl rides my old mx 400ex(low and wide)

A sport quad would prolly be right at home there..

[Rubberdown]

Same here.

Not real sure ill be able to make it but i plan to save every cent i can from now on.

The real question is do i need a passport etc to get into the US now? If yes how many months will that take. LOL


Doesnt take but a month maybe Riv, and if you happen to have travel plans and you can produce a travel itinerary when you go to get it, they can get it within a few days for you for a slighly larger fee, I got mine for Amsterdam in about 5 days.

[badmaners]

Same here.

Not real sure ill be able to make it but i plan to save every cent i can from now on.

The real question is do i need a passport etc to get into the US now? If yes how many months will that take. LOL

Try a search on here for a Passport thread. It's all on there.

[sfd_324]

looks like i'l be bringing a few guys from here in Bama......

Finally get to meet all of y'all, it will be a memorable trip.

I guess as far as accommodations for the after ride festivities, I might have to stay in somebody's cabin yard for the night.... LOL

http://i429.photobucket.com/albums/qq19/sfd_324/Mud%20Nats%202008/MudNationals2008024.jpg

[Rebel64]

Good deal bro! :)

[800Stealth]

Here's some pretty cool vids of action at windrock. Most of the bikes in the mudbogs look painfully stock, the RDC crew would kill em if we were there for that. http://www.tommyrhea.com/videoclips.htm

[hampster_rancher]

LOL, I didn't see anything mud wise that said 'go around' to me!

[Rebel64]

Thanks for putting that link up Stealth!
Love your comment about the bikes being "painfully stock", and your right about us kickin some ass there.
Yeah I'm definitely keeping my bike the way it is, and even Desi on whatever bike I get for her before then will be able to have a blast there.

Yup I'm psyched.

[Rebel64]

looks like i'l be bringing a few guys from here in Bama......

Finally get to meet all of y'all, it will be a memorable trip.

I guess as far as accommodations for the after ride festivities, I might have to stay in somebody's cabin yard for the night.... LOL

http://i429.photobucket.com/albums/qq19/sfd_324/Mud%20Nats%202008/MudNationals2008024.jpg

Tim you're more than welcome to crash in my frontyard, pickup bed, under the gazebo or wherever, but just don't fall asleep in the firepit!!

[800Stealth]

Yea, I'm pretty sure most of would be able to tear those mud-pits apart in 2wd LOL, pretty strange to see dudes muddin in sport quads, back a million years ago when I rode Banshees I avoided mud like the plauge. I got a feeling we're gonna draw quite a bit of attention with 50+ lifted and snorkeled mud pigs. Geeze Hampster I don't think I've ever seen a go-around hole, I've seen plenty I knew I didn't have a chance in hell of getting through but that didn't mean I wouldn't try anyhow. LOL

[Rebel64]

I got a feeling we're gonna draw quite a bit of attention with 50+ lifted and snorkeled mud pigs.

Yup I think the RDC Crew will be talked about in TN for a long time!

[800Stealth]

As we should be!!! LOL

[BOOMERANG]

Yup I think the RDC Crew will be talked about in TN for a long time!

Let's just put on a good show and I hope it's all good talk.

[Rebel64]

No worries there...I know we'll all be a hit.

[hampster_rancher]

Yea, I'm pretty sure most of would be able to tear those mud-pits apart in 2wd LOL, pretty strange to see dudes muddin in sport quads, back a million years ago when I rode Banshees I avoided mud like the plauge. I got a feeling we're gonna draw quite a bit of attention with 50+ lifted and snorkeled mud pigs. Geeze Hampster I don't think I've ever seen a go-around hole, I've seen plenty I knew I didn't have a chance in hell of getting through but that didn't mean I wouldn't try anyhow. LOL

The only ones I go around are fo sho drownings.....guess I don't have Reb's nerve!! LOL

[Rebel64]

LMFAO...oh come on....follow me! :madgrin:

[sfd_324]

Thanks Reb!!!!!

When i woke up, fire pit was gone....& i was about froze.
Truck in background was gone.....headed to Alabama......which was what my wheeler was on.

Everybody was already packed up & gone except my chief with the horse trailer/living quaters.....he managed to get me awake enough to climb in the back seat to leave NATS saturday night.:sick:

[sfd_324]

LMFAO...oh come on....follow me! :madgrin:

I will!!!!!!:bolt:
I already got some songs picked out just for you......if ya don't make it thru....LOL


Hope we ain't getting off topic with all the chat......LOL

[Rebel64]

Thanks Reb!!!!!

When i woke up, fire pit was gone....& i was about froze.
Truck in background was gone.....headed to Alabama......which was what my wheeler was on.

Everybody was already packed up & gone except my chief with the horse trailer/living quaters.....he managed to get me awake enough to climb in the back seat to leave NATS saturday night.:sick:

Holy crap what a way to wake up!

[Rebel64]

I will!!!!!!:bolt:
I already got some songs picked out just for you......if ya don't make it thru....LOL


Hope we ain't getting off topic with all the chat......LOL

I think I should be the one following YOU since you have more U-Boat Commander experience than I do!
But it's ok with the chatter...we all got 9 more months to yack about this venture. :)
And I wonder what these songs are...gonna share?

[hampster_rancher]

I think I should be the one following YOU since you have more U-Boat Commander experience than I do!
But it's ok with the chatter...we all got 9 more months to yack about this venture. :)
And I wonder what these songs are...gonna share?

You'll have to play him that one I sent you Reb. LOL

[Rebel64]

You'll have to play him that one I sent you Reb. LOL

Ok, I still got it. :)

[sfd_324]

You'll have to play him that one I sent you Reb. LOL


chit....2 on one now, guess i gotta dig a little deeper for a few more "hits"

[hampster_rancher]

chit....2 on one now, guess i gotta dig a little deeper for a few more "hits"

I don't know if this one will ever be a hit, but it made me LMAO !

[Rebel64]

I gotta find it....haven't opened up iTunes in a while. Grrrr

[Riblet]

LMFAO...oh come on....follow me! :madgrin:


Better yet, follow me!! Not till Saturday though just before it's time to pack up and go home. That is unless we have plenty of spare parts lying around, lol.

[Rebel64]

Yes, good plan there. I sure hope I don't break anything, but if I do better late than right off the bat.

[Camo500EFI]

I will!!!!!!:bolt:
I already got some songs picked out just for you......if ya don't make it thru....LOL


Hope we ain't getting off topic with all the chat......LOL


I can't urge you strongly enough about not following Mark. He's not the kind of wingman you have to stay with...... Never follow Scuba Steve AKA Mark.:bolt:

[Rebel64]

Man, you're giving me a bad rep here dude!
I don't think there's water deep enough down there to get in trouble though. Or if there is I'd sure like to know from someone.

[Camo500EFI]

Man, you're giving me a bad rep here dude!
I don't think there's water deep enough down there to get in trouble though. Or if there is I'd sure like to know from someone.


It's all good Mark.:lock1: You know I just love funnin ya.

[Rebel64]

Oh I know you're just having fun bro, and I think that SS nick is pretty funny.

[Riblet]

Are the guys with big, mud tires gonna downsize or what. Would I be the only "DA" to run some outlaws there, or should I "borrow" the neighbors 27" 589s. It doesnt bother me to run the outlaws on trails.

LMAO, "borrow" the neighbors 589's. JP's property is community property, right? I'm prolly gonna roll w/ the Outlaws so you won't be the only DA.

[Rebel64]

Looks like there'll be several of us DA's rollin there. :whoo:

[hampster_rancher]

Looks like there'll be several of us DA's rollin there. :whoo:

EEYUP! I'll be in the club!

[badmaners]

A DA is a couple guys that are going to drag 2001's 1200km for a spin in the woods LOL. It's all about the adventure...

[Mrs.Rubberdown]

Hey everyone, just wanted to let you all know that I talked to Chuck from the Coal Creek park in Tenn. He was just inquiring as to how many people would be coming and that maybe we could get a discount. He said that by the time we have our ride that a company called Eagle Rider will be there renting ATVs, motorcycles, sea doos and pontoon boats. So there will be more things to do other than riding for 5 days if you want to. He also said that there are 5 good lakes around for fishing and swimming. To ride from one end of the park to the other he said with some stops it should take us between 10-12 hours. There are 10 cabins, lots of campsites and spots for the RVs. I told him that I would get back to him in the spring when we have a better idea as to how many people will be coming and he will let me know about a discount for us. I hope that you guys are all excited about this because we are. It will be nice to put a face to all of our Southern friends. I will let you all know more when I talk to Chuck again. The idea about the flag is great. Rebel I will be expecting some of that crawfish that you showed us back in August. I haven't forgotten. LOL

Melissa

[BOOMERANG]

Glad to have "The First Lady" on board for the big ride.

[800Stealth]

Nice, discounts are cool especialy with cost of just getting there. Thanks for the info Mrs. R

[Rebel64]

Hey everyone, just wanted to let you all know that I talked to Chuck from the Coal Creek park in Tenn. He was just inquiring as to how many people would be coming and that maybe we could get a discount. He said that by the time we have our ride that a company called Eagle Rider will be there renting ATVs, motorcycles, sea doos and pontoon boats. So there will be more things to do other than riding for 5 days if you want to. He also said that there are 5 good lakes around for fishing and swimming. To ride from one end of the park to the other he said with some stops it should take us between 10-12 hours. There are 10 cabins, lots of campsites and spots for the RVs. I told him that I would get back to him in the spring when we have a better idea as to how many people will be coming and he will let me know about a discount for us. I hope that you guys are all excited about this because we are. It will be nice to put a face to all of our Southern friends. I will let you all know more when I talk to Chuck again. The idea about the flag is great. Rebel I will be expecting some of that crawfish that you showed us back in August. I haven't forgotten. LOL

Melissa

Melissa that's some really cool news! Looks like I'll be bringing some fishing gear down now also, and the swimming sounds great too.
10-4 on the crawfish boil...I can feel the pressure already! ;)

[hampster_rancher]

10-12 hours to cross the park!!??!! WOW!

Does anyone know if they sell gas on site?? If not, we will need a pickup truck full of jerry cans to keep these twins running!

[BOOMERANG]

WindRock is over 75000 acres. There is no gas in the park, but a few gas stations and the town are very close by.

[hampster_rancher]

WindRock is over 75000 acres. There is no gas in the park, but a few gas stations and the town are very close by.

Ok, so several extra gas cans are in order to save running to town every day then.

[BOOMERANG]

On our last trip to Doles, we took 6, 5 gallons cans. Plenty for the Rhinos, ATV's and of course the generator.

[TJ10EC]

Outlaws at Windrock = Disaster!!!
The trails there are not gonna be fun and frankly a little bit dangerous on paddle tires. Ruts and roots and rocks all lead to a one way ride down the side of the mountain after getting yanked off the trail. I really do not recommend them. We rode Royal Blue last year, which is another WMA about an hour away by highway, and I would much rather have the worst stock tires around than paddle tires on those mountain trails.
That is my home stomping grounds and with just my luck our family reunion is the weekend before the planned ride, so I'll be there a week ahead of everyone. SHUCKS!!!
Also not sure you want to get caught riding on a WMA with alchohol either. Could be a bad day, as those Game Wardens have little to no sense of humor!!
Just a few on my own personal thought I choose to share.

[Riblet]

Outlaws at Windrock = Disaster!!!
The trails there are not gonna be fun and frankly a little bit dangerous on paddle tires. Ruts and roots and rocks all lead to a one way ride down the side of the mountain after getting yanked off the trail. I really do not recommend them. We rode Royal Blue last year, which is another WMA about an hour away by highway, and I would much rather have the worst stock tires around than paddle tires on those mountain trails.
That is my home stomping grounds and with just my luck our family reunion is the weekend before the planned ride, so I'll be there a week ahead of everyone. SHUCKS!!!
Also not sure you want to get caught riding on a WMA with alchohol either. Could be a bad day, as those Game Wardens have little to no sense of humor!!
Just a few on my own personal thought I choose to share.

Good info to know. Thanks for the warning. Guess I might consider a spare set now. Might consider a flask too. Why don't you just hang around and make it a two week vacation, lol.

[Rebel64]

Yeah thanks for the tire tip and the booze warning TJ.

[torkmonster]

Yep, def good info.....
Bighorns it is!

[650Brute]

Game Wardens don't like beer, TRUST ME.

[froogle]

even if your camping at a site? or are you talking riding and drinkin' ?

[Riblet]

even if your camping at a site? or are you talking riding and drinkin' ?


Just riding I'm sure. Call me a lush if you want, but if there is no drinking period there will be no Riblet period, lol.

[Rebel64]

Call me a lush if you want, but if there is no drinking period there will be no Riblet period, lol.

I/we hear ya there brudda! Hell it'll be odd not to have at least a few out on the trails during the occasional break.

[hampster_rancher]

Just riding I'm sure. Call me a lush if you want, but if there is no drinking period there will be no Riblet period, lol.

I'm with you brother! I can wait 'till I'm back at camp to get waisted, but something to cut the dust every few miles is a must. And this rolling down hill to my death......well, I wasn't planning on that either!

[Rebel64]

Kinda getting a tad confused here with the opinions of this area. I thought Bankrupt said we'd all be fine with our lifted & lawed bikes. :frusty:

[hampster_rancher]

Kinda getting a tad confused here with the opinions of this area. I thought Bankrupt said we'd all be fine with our lifted & lawed bikes. :frusty:


Maybe we found the reason that all the bikes in the pictures look painfully stock.

I guess we need to get this straightened out now before its too late.

[Rebel64]

I know there's some ride reports about Coal Creek in HL...gonna venture there and do a search.

[Camo500EFI]

My gut would lead me to believe that it's not what your riding but how your riding more than anything else. I'm not changing anything on mine. But I am going to bring some commen sense with.

[hampster_rancher]

My gut would lead me to believe that it's not what your riding but how your riding more than anything else. I'm not changing anything on mine. But I am going to bring some commen sense with.

I agree with you on the common sence fo sho!

This place will be a real stretch from what a lot of us are use to.

[800Stealth]

My gut would lead me to believe that it's not what your riding but how your riding more than anything else. I'm not changing anything on mine. But I am going to bring some commen sense with.

Agreed, we're not going there to race, we're going to have a laid back group ride or atleast that's what I'm after. I gotta believe that you guy's rollin 29.5s allready know that they don't do well rippin trails at 60+ mph, so keep it a little mellow and you'll be fine. As far as the lift go's I don't see any problems. My bike has over 17" of ground clearence and I ride rooted and rutted mountain trails with a bunch of Honda 450 MX quads most of the time.

[Rebel64]

No doubt. 15-20mph is about my average speed, and that's on wide open trails. Any faster than that and the front end really starts to wobble.

[hampster_rancher]

What is causing the wobble?? I've had mine up to 50mph without any vibration or wobble. ????

[Rebel64]

Not really sure, and never gave it much thought. It happened the first time this summer down on that Vet ride when we had to take an asphalt road for a while to get to another area and I was trying to keep up with everybody else.

[800Stealth]

I'm guessin those big tires are slowing your speedo way down and your going faster than that, but whatever just cruise slow it's all good. Besides how often is it that the best parts of the ride are when your sitting on the side of the trail taking in the sites and shootin the bull with the group, pretty often with my crew atleast.

[hampster_rancher]

HMMMM. I know my Mudzilla's are really rough going slow, but I was surprised at how well mannered they were at higher speeds....even on pavement.

[Camo500EFI]

589's.... Great all around ride for any condition.

[Rebel64]

I'm guessin those big tires are slowing your speedo way down and your going faster than that, but whatever just cruise slow it's all good. Besides how often is it that the best parts of the ride are when your sitting on the side of the trail taking in the sites and shootin the bull with the group, pretty often with my crew atleast.

Good points. And I totally agree about the best parts of the ride.

[Rebel64]

HMMMM. I know my Mudzilla's are really rough going slow, but I was surprised at how well mannered they were at higher speeds....even on pavement.


Well I don't think the laws are rough or bumpy even at slow speeds. I guess something must be out of alignment and only notice it at faster speeds maybe.

[Rebel64]

589's.... Great all around ride for any condition.

Any condition?

[mm800]

check them tie rod ends mark, had to replace one of mine not too long ago

[Rebel64]

I kinda thought those might be the issue since they do look pretty gnarly.
Another wintertime project noted.

[mm800]

might need a bigger notepad before winter gets here

[Rebel64]

LOL! Sure feels like winter here without the snow. 25 degrees out at the moment.

[torkmonster]

Not really sure, and never gave it much thought. It happened the first time this summer down on that Vet ride when we had to take an asphalt road for a while to get to another area and I was trying to keep up with everybody else.

Hey Reb... On my outty, it has started to get a lil wobbly at higher speeds also... It did NOT do it before Or after the lift... It happened when I put the HD springs on the front of the quad..... Noticed it the first ride after installing them. Do you have different or stiffer springs on yours???? Noted my tires are not as big as yours but, it nonetheless does it and its not from the lift.. I have thought about changing my springs back, but I do not like the sag that comes wityh the crappy stock springs on the front...

[Rebel64]

Aaron I've had the Rangers in front, and HL in the rear for quite a while now.

[torkmonster]

Yep, I think it is the springs... Atleast on mine it is......

[Mud Duck]

Reb, how is your toe OUT? On the Polaris if you don't have 1/8" toe OUT, you'll get that condition. I have mine toed IN, but I have to just to be able to steer this monster. Besides, I never go over 20 MPH unless I'm in a pit.

[Camo500EFI]

Any condition?

So far no problems hard pack, snow, mud, water or even logs. I'm looking forward to some rock climbing. As far as speeds go their great from slow speeds to high. I had an issue on that last monroe ride on the crushed lime stone. The only way to describe it was like hydroplaning on sand.

[Riven]

Well if im gona make it i better start saving for a new set of tires as well. Form the sound of it my Bi/Tri's will be a bad choice for this place.
The new Interco Reptile looks interesting
http://www.intercotire.com/tires.php?id=49&g=3

[Rubberdown]

Riv, screw it, ride it like you ride it here buddy. I aint changing anything.

[Rebel64]

Reb, how is your toe OUT? On the Polaris if you don't have 1/8" toe OUT, you'll get that condition. I have mine toed IN, but I have to just to be able to steer this monster. Besides, I never go over 20 MPH unless I'm in a pit.

I have no idea why it's like that. No biggie though...got lots of time this winter to get it all sorted out since I don't plan on doing much riding.

[800Stealth]

It's not the springs, I've got Ranger springs and I can still get 65+ mph out of mine without any wobbles. Like Mudduck said, check the toe, also did you have your rims and tires balanced when you got them? A few onces of weight can make a big difference at speed.

[Rebel64]

No never did have them balanced after I took the bi/tris off and put the laws on.

[torkmonster]

It may be the toe, as since it sagged so bad before and with the new springs it stands up even a little taller... But.. I knopw it NEVER did it before the springs.... not a wobble one with either the 589's or the Bighorns.. It wobbles and will try to pull you all over the road now, since the install of the HD springs........
I DO think the toe is off, but only like I said the springs jacked it up further than the with just the lift......
Atleast on mine.

[800Stealth]

I'd try balancing them, and setting the toe.

[Riblet]

Well I don't think the laws are rough or bumpy even at slow speeds. I guess something must be out of alignment and only notice it at faster speeds maybe.

Sounds like tie rods/ ends or maybe wheel bearings.

[torkmonster]

I'd try balancing them, and setting the toe.

Yep yep, that is what I'm going to try...........
I got ALOT of stuff to do on that 04.5 700 popo... Bearings, Tie rod ends, A gooooood CARB cleaning, Prolly new exhaust, AND can, unless I can get someone to weld the can where it slips on to the pipe.... That thin piece has came off that holds the gasket in...... And many many more things.. a few U-joints to be replaced on it.... Prolly time to change oil again...
Much to do this winter! To get everything ready for this summer and hopefully the RDC ride..

[Rebel64]

Wheel bearings are still ok, hardly any wobble at all when I wiggle the tires around when it's jacked up. Guess I'll start shopping for the tierod ends since I know they're due for a change.
And sorry for gettin totally off topic here!

Meanwhile, I grabbed these 2 comments off of HL from a question I asked there about the place:

1. Definitely take your laws off. In August you will do well to find a damp spot much less mud holes. Keep in mind that Windrock is rocky mountainous trails. There are some mud holes but few and far between. MST's or Bighorns are a lot more at home on the 'rock than Outlaws.

2. yeah take the laws off...mudlites mst bighorns or there nock off that our crew likes dirtamers...something of that nautre not outlaws lol....they'd proly get u around but you want somethign with lots of tire touchin the ground lol....and if it says extreme its pretty hairy lol i got thru everything on the 300 cept the mud..if i had 4x4 id done fine...buddy with a 450 foreman on vamps didnt do so good (lack of experience) but we all made it good..yall check out the pics in the sig photobucket...i recomend makin a trip there to anyone it was a blast..not alota mud..but some good pits ont he sides of trails tho....


Crap....

[Camo500EFI]

It's a visit!! Your not moving their. Because it's mountainous should I go back to stock suspension and change my clutch for 100% rock climbing or just change my clutching so I can lower my RPM's for better fuel economy since the park doesn't offer fuel???


PEOPLE RUN WHAT YOU BRUNG!

Besides the money you might spend on tires and redoing your bike for a 5 day ride could be better spent on hotels, food, beer, a good helmet etc.

[Rebel64]

Ed you have great tires for the terrain there, along with having no lift. You're set up perfect for it, but I'm not it's sounding like.
I don't mind a scoot through the woods on the trails, but I do like finding water and/or mud to play in also...especially to cool the joints down.

[torkmonster]

I agree with ya camo.... Only thing I'm gonna do is prolly run the BigHorns, might not even do that....
Lift is staying on and my clutch will be the same as it is fixing to be once I get the Dalton kit in..... Now, whether I flip over backwards or not from having a cklutch kit and going up a hill, I know how to lean WAAAAYYYY over the front of the quad..... If it goes over then, well, I guess it was just MEANT to go over!!! LOL
Ride wat'cha got in my opinion....




Or find a place better suited or has more variety of riding...?????.....

But from what I have heard and some of what I read, Windrock is an awesome place to ride... I dont think anyone will NOT have fun, no matter HOW the quad is set-up....

[Camo500EFI]

My tires are good for lots of different terrain because I know my limits as we all do thats my point. I'm not trying to piss anyone off but I can't help but feel some peeps are over reacting.

[hampster_rancher]

but I do like finding water and/or mud to play in also...especially to cool the joints down.

I hear ya Reb....I don't wanna be changing boots twice a day! I mean, I need the practice but.....LOL

[Rebel64]

I hear ya too Hammy. I can see a day of fishing/swimming/jetskiing goin on while we're there in one of the nearby lakes.

[hampster_rancher]

You know, if I can't do the hills or the rocks or if I have to stop and take in the scenery every 2 or 3 miles, I know I won't be alone. I'll just get a bigger chip for the camera and make good use of the extra photo ops that the others are missing.

[HighTechRedneck]

Well...I have bad news. From the looks of it I won't be able to make it. I'm most likely moving out of the house and into an apt in feb or march next year. That means I have to spend almost every penny paying off current loans, getting the Sportsman fixed and parked, and buying a few things for the apt.. Usually i'd be all over this ride because my grandparents are only about an hour or so from windrock, but since this is happening I won't have a dime to make it. I'm still going to post on the windrock forum to get ya'll a trail guide, but ya'll have to bring me back tons of pictures and videos!!!

[800Stealth]

I hear ya Reb....I don't wanna be changing boots twice a day! I mean, I need the practice but.....LOL

How come you guys have problems with cv's overheating? I've put 500 fast trail miles on mine with lift and I still have the cv boots she left the factory with, do they all get that hot and I've just been lucky?

[hampster_rancher]

How come you guys have problems with cv's overheating? I've put 500 fast trail miles on mine with lift and I still have the cv boots she left the factory with, do they all get that hot and I've just been lucky?

You must be lucky. With the 3 inch lift, I did a fast 11 miles with water holes in the middle. I blew 1 front and had a rear barf out all of its grease. I could still touch the fronts, it was just the angle that did them in. The rears were so hot, I bet you could still get my baked on DNA off them from where I touched them.
Maybe its just an aftermarket axle thing, IDK, but they enjoy the water more than the roads.

[Rubberdown]

How come you guys have problems with cv's overheating? I've put 500 fast trail miles on mine with lift and I still have the cv boots she left the factory with, do they all get that hot and I've just been lucky?

You got the factory axles dude, thats why, I put on 2000 miles with my factory axles and the lift kit and had NO problems, then I went to heavy duty axles and they seem to be made to a tighter tolerance so they seem to really heat up until they are broken in really good and loosened up like a factory axle.

[sfd_324]

I got a buddy here that rides there several time a year....I'll get him to send me some pics of the trails & some video if he has any.

I'll have to come on laws....can't afford to switch back, besides after the lift is on the stock 26 pxt's would look funny:madgrin: Gotta image to hold up ya know....

I'm not a hill rider....at least not nothing extreme.
guess i could borrow some 28 bighorns, that wouldn't look too funny:pop2:
can't afford to turn it over with the big tunes on the front!

[sfd_324]

anyways....we will all be easing along in a slow line, if somebody needs help or is a little uneasy....then the line stops till they are past the obstacle..
all people & machines go home in one piece.

although on some of the trails, laws won't be the best tire of choice. may not even be able to make it on some of them....just depends, rock climbing & mud holes are two totally different boogers....

I just talked to a buddy that rides there some & the park has a little bit of everything.....just depends on how extreme you want to get as to what trail to take......

I think it will be fun regardless.....lets ride & enjoy!

[Rebel64]

Yep I hear ya there Tim.
I'm just gonna deal with what I got and have the best time there possible.
And also I gotta focus on saving up $ for a bike for Desi. Might or might not put the bi/tri's on it depending on what I pick up.

[sfd_324]

Yep I hear ya there Tim.
I'm just gonna deal with what I got and have the best time there possible.
And also I gotta focus on saving up $ for a bike for Desi. Might or might not put the bi/tri's on it depending on what I pick up.

btw Mark

You gonna make it down to NATS with us?

[800Stealth]

You got the factory axles dude, thats why, I put on 2000 miles with my factory axles and the lift kit and had NO problems, then I went to heavy duty axles and they seem to be made to a tighter tolerance so they seem to really heat up until they are broken in really good and loosened up like a factory axle.

That's good info, after reading that axles were overheating I went out yesterday and pounded the hell out my bike just to see if it happened. I pulled over right after pinning the speedo on a long fire road and the cups were no warmer than the gear cases or the hubs.

[HighTechRedneck]

Well even though it doesn't look like i'll make it I just made a thread over on Windrock forums to see if I can get ya'll someone to guide on that friday and saturday along with ride with ya'll. Here is the link if you want to check it out or want me to edit something I said. http://www.windrockatv2.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=10608

[850PoPo]

Man you already got a reply over there.Someone wants to know what kinda riding and our skill level LOL tell them mud,lots of mud

[HighTechRedneck]

What should I tell them in all seriousness?? Under his name it says event coordinator so maybe he can help us out a good bit.

[hampster_rancher]

What should I tell them in all seriousness?? Under his name it says event coordinator so maybe he can help us out a good bit.

I would think that the majority of the people going will be very experienced riders. I would tell him that, but also tell him that the terrain will be foreign to us as for the most part we seem to be a mud oriented group that is willing to broaden our horizons!

[Rebel64]

I would think that the majority of the people going will be very experienced riders. I would tell him that, but also tell him that the terrain will be foreign to us as for the most part we seem to be a mud oriented group that is willing to broaden our horizons!

That's a very good way to put our crew.

[Rubberdown]

Thanks man, I just registered but I have to wait for my confirmation e-mail before I can post....

[Rebel64]

btw Mark

You gonna make it down to NATS with us?

Not now Tim. I can't afford to take 2 major trips with a week off for both in a 4 month span, and along with other stuff that's going to be happening this summer with us.
Wish I could though! Heck I'd love to ride the Talapaloosa (sp?) with you and your crew, but I don't think that can happen next year either.

[Camo500EFI]

I found some pics and videos of a group ride out their this past summer.

http://community.webshots.com/slideshow/566568542eFPNOV?mediaPosition=1

Lots of mud tires on the bikes???

[Dirtbmw20]

Thanks man, I just registered but I have to wait for my confirmation e-mail before I can post....


LOL, damn spammers !!!

[sfd_324]

Not now Tim. I can't afford to take 2 major trips with a week off for both in a 4 month span, and along with other stuff that's going to be happening this summer with us.
Wish I could though! Heck I'd love to ride the Talapaloosa (sp?) with you and your crew, but I don't think that can happen next year either.


If you can find a way there, I believe we can help ya with accommodations..between tents & a room there in Jacksonville. shouldn't be no problem.

Heck, we left out on Tuesday & came back home on Sunday, went to work on Monday morning.

We leaving this time on Sunday & coming back on Sunday!
Don't call it out yet....you still got a few months.

I am in the same boat, 2 big rides planned, plus the big expense of the box i got to order in January..... thats the reason the RD ride will probably start for me around Wed. Thursday of that week.....but If i got to I'll pitch a tent, just need some hot water to shower with.:madgrin:

Looks like i'll be burning the roads up in between rides in the ol Tractor Trailer.:bolt:

[hampster_rancher]

Thanks man, I just registered but I have to wait for my confirmation e-mail before I can post....

I just registered as well. I hope the Admin is quicker getting people on over there than he is on this site :madgrin:

[BOOMERANG]

Someone over there has made a suggestion about the camp area I called on last year. We were going to rent there but changed our minds about making that trip.

http://indiancreekrvresort.com/

[hampster_rancher]

I joined the windrock ATV forum and I've been browsing some of their pictures. In case anyone hasn't seen pics from some of the trails, here is a link to a few.

http://rides.webshots.com/album/566568542eFPNOV?start=0

[torkmonster]

nice pics man.... thanks...
if this slow internet connection here at work will hurry and load the rest!!! lol

[800Stealth]

Cool pics. All the pics I've seen for windrock look like they could have been taken at one of my local riding spots at Pisgah state park, all the terrain and trails look the same. No coal mines under the mountains around here though. I bet there are some pretty cool ghost stories and local legends about some of the mining accidents that have happened there. Nothing like a good spooky story after a dozen or so shots to get ya ready for bed. LOL

[Rebel64]

Yeah those were nice pics. Still wish there was more mud and water to play in there.

[hampster_rancher]

I pulled this off the Windrock site. I'll just wait at the bottom.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nD3txsxZo4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9PTuY8avwQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9clNbGqwbE

[Rebel64]

Note to self: bring earplugs

[hampster_rancher]

Note to self: bring earplugs

LOL, no doubt!

I can see it now, Rubberdown in Mrs. Rubberdown's BRAND NEW RZR attacking those hills while we all cringe!!

[badmaners]

It's only a hill. Kiss the front rack and give her LOL.

[650Brute]

I'll just wait at the bottom.



Me too:pop2:

[800Stealth]

It's only a hill. Kiss the front rack and give her LOL.


Seriously, it don't look that bad. If those dudes were making it in 2wd sand rails a 4x4 wheeler should scoot right up, all ya need is a little english over the bars. That would be fun to watch in person, looked like a couple guys got some air off the top.

[hampster_rancher]

The new permits are out now. $88 for the year, does any one know if you can just get a short term one?
http://www.windrockatv2.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=10652

[sfd_324]

Rules

Land Use Permits

A Land use permit is required for each person entering the Coal Creek OHV Area.

Cost for the permits are as follows:


$17.00 Daily permit
$33.00 Two day permit
$44.00 Three day permit
$55.00 Four day permit
$88.00 Yearly permit

Each person, no matter their age or activity, must have a permit. Each person entering the area is required to have their permit along with the pink copy of their permit with them at all times while on the property.
Purchasing Permits

Land Use Permits can be purchased at the Windrock Park Campground office (555 Windrock Park Lane, Oliver Springs, TN 37840), the Snack Shack located at the trail head (912 Windrock Road, Oliver Springs, TN 37840), and Exxon Fun Food, 557 Tri-County Boulevard, Oliver Springs, TN 37840. The Snack Shack will be selling permits from 7:00 am until 6:00 pm or close. They also have trail maps and other Coal Creek OHV Area merchandise. The Snack Shack can be reached at (865) 435-6971.

[Snydog]

What date is this planned?

[Rebel64]

WHAT : 1ST RubberDown ride.
WHEN : Monday August 24th -Sunday August 30th.
WHERE : Coal Creek Off Road Park. Tenn.
WHO : Anyone that reads this, you do not need to be a member, the more the merrier.
HOW : Don't care how you get there , JUST DO IT!

(copied from the first post in this thread)

And welcome to RDC!

[Snydog]

I saw that ,,just wishing it was sooner

[Rebel64]

Where are ya from?

[800Stealth]

Are the permits for people or vehicles? I'm coming in a motorhome, but in addition to the quads I will be bringing my KLR 650 (street legal dirtbike) to be able to run to town and stuff without using the rv. If my wheeler explodes or something would I be able to ride the park with my bike also or would it need another permit?

[Riven]

Im sure those hills are steeper in person but they dont look that bad at all for a 4x4 quad.


I have hit some sand pits that 2x4 400cc? could not make with out a 50' run & i did it with only 15' but was in 4x4.

[Snydog]

Charlotte NC

[hampster_rancher]

Rules

Land Use Permits

A Land use permit is required for each person entering the Coal Creek OHV Area.

Cost for the permits are as follows:


$17.00 Daily permit
$33.00 Two day permit
$44.00 Three day permit
$55.00 Four day permit
$88.00 Yearly permit

Each person, no matter their age or activity, must have a permit. Each person entering the area is required to have their permit along with the pink copy of their permit with them at all times while on the property.
Purchasing Permits

Land Use Permits can be purchased at the Windrock Park Campground office (555 Windrock Park Lane, Oliver Springs, TN 37840), the Snack Shack located at the trail head (912 Windrock Road, Oliver Springs, TN 37840), and Exxon Fun Food, 557 Tri-County Boulevard, Oliver Springs, TN 37840. The Snack Shack will be selling permits from 7:00 am until 6:00 pm or close. They also have trail maps and other Coal Creek OHV Area merchandise. The Snack Shack can be reached at (865) 435-6971.

$264 to ride after I find the $$$$$$ to even get there! Hmmmm

[stricker76]

Well, i got the wife to agree to go....now i just gotta start saving. Luckily only 2 of us and will only be able to make it thursday-sunday so it'll only be $110.....but i hate to think how much gas the truck will chug back hauling the trailer with 2 quads on it. It was bad enough on the last trip to TN with just parts in the back. Hopefully gas stays cheaper.

[Riven]

What about riding 2 up?
If my wife comes along will she be able to tag along on a ride or is totally a NO NO to put 2 on a standard popo.

[stricker76]

I don't think it would be a problem. I am sure i saw a couple people riding 2-up in the pictures on the coal creek site. Can't find them now....can't remember if they were 2-up machines or not.

[Rebel64]

No mention of 2-up riding here:



Land Rules and Regulations


Release forms must be signed by all persons entering on the properties of The Coal Creek Company and a COPY OF THIS FORM MUST BE CARRIED ON THEIR PERSON.
A LAND USE PERMIT must be displayed on the vehicle in a clearly visible area.
Maintain a 5 mph limit in all staging/parking areas.
Travel is limited to marked trails.
Stay away from all reclaimed mined areas, active mining areas, logging operations, gas/oil facilities and the Tactical Training Center in Beech Grove.
DO NOT LITTER ON THIS PROPERTY. Violators will be barred from the property.
Tires with studs are not allowed.
Firing of weapons is strictly prohibited. NO TARGET PRACTICE!
Proper safety equipment must be worn at all times.
No hill climbing except on marked trails.
Be considerate of others using the trails and report any unauthorized or illegal behavior observed.
No alcohol.
No fireworks or open fires.
Off-highway vehicle operation on the property is limited to daylight hours.
Mandatory speed limit of 15 mph on Trail P-1 (paved access road).
Streams and stream beds will be avoided where possible. Should any water crossing be necessary, the permittee will make such crossing only on or over marked trails, strictly comply with posted rules and regulations and will avoid creation of any erosion or stream bed sediment.


Types of Vehicles Allowed


Just about any type of off road vehicle is welcome, here are some that frequent the area.

ATV's
Motorcycles
Jeeps
Trucks
Hybrid Trucks
Hummers
Rail Buggies

Safety Equipment

It is up to the rider to choose and provide their own safety equipment. A common question is "are helmets required". The answer is YES if you are under 18 years of age. If you are 18 or older then you have the choice to wear one or not, it is up to you to choose. Due to the mountainous terrain, helmets, pads, and heavy duty boots and clothing are highly recommended.