Title: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 07, 2020, 11:45:29 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 07, 2020, 11:45:29 PM
Has anyone given any thought to riding Memorial Day weekend? I have from the 21st till the 28th off. May be up for some riding, maybe some scouting for Spring Rally.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: locopny on May 08, 2020, 12:17:56 AM
Post by: locopny on May 08, 2020, 12:17:56 AM
Sounds interesting.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Wacked on May 08, 2020, 06:59:29 AM
Post by: Wacked on May 08, 2020, 06:59:29 AM
Id be in - Thats 1 week after most of the trails open.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: sandhillrider on May 08, 2020, 08:00:15 AM
Post by: sandhillrider on May 08, 2020, 08:00:15 AM
The boss says we need to get away.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 08, 2020, 08:24:44 AM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 08, 2020, 08:24:44 AM
Good
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 08, 2020, 08:29:23 AM
Post by: Fletch on May 08, 2020, 08:29:23 AM
sounds good to me.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 08, 2020, 10:10:59 AM
Post by: Kevin on May 08, 2020, 10:10:59 AM
Assuming traveling from ND is not frowned upon to much I may try to make it for a day or two.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 08, 2020, 06:38:35 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 08, 2020, 06:38:35 PM
Shouldn't be.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: sandhillrider on May 08, 2020, 09:28:08 PM
Post by: sandhillrider on May 08, 2020, 09:28:08 PM
If we bring toyhauler what's your ideas places to stay?
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 08, 2020, 10:09:18 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 08, 2020, 10:09:18 PM
I am thinking the same but haven't thought any further ahead than that.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 09, 2020, 09:47:41 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 09, 2020, 09:47:41 PM
Anyone got any ideas?
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: locopny on May 09, 2020, 10:43:16 PM
Post by: locopny on May 09, 2020, 10:43:16 PM
A quick look at calendar says I'm likely out of this.
I started looking at hotels when it hit me.
I started looking at hotels when it hit me.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Wacked on May 10, 2020, 07:16:53 AM
Post by: Wacked on May 10, 2020, 07:16:53 AM
Deerfield hasn't been camped in a while. Steel Wheel gets a person closer to the Rally zone for scouting.
Wacked
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: sandhillrider on May 10, 2020, 05:08:00 PM
Post by: sandhillrider on May 10, 2020, 05:08:00 PM
Was looking on Avenza Maps and there are lots of trails that allow dispersed camping.
Dave any input on this? Maybe a way to get away from people.
Can bring my generator.
Dave any input on this? Maybe a way to get away from people.
Can bring my generator.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 10, 2020, 06:56:54 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 10, 2020, 06:56:54 PM
I think you can still camp
Anywhere in the hills, just can't have a fire.
Anywhere in the hills, just can't have a fire.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 10, 2020, 07:01:33 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 10, 2020, 07:01:33 PM
The trick is finding a good spot.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Wacked on May 10, 2020, 07:33:39 PM
Post by: Wacked on May 10, 2020, 07:33:39 PM
If you look at Avenza maps, anything with "dots" alongside the trail is ordained for dispersed camping.
There's some bigger spots WAY south, Victoria Lake region would have some room for bigger rigs, theres a sweet little trail just West of Mystic road that would be pretty sweet.
Probably several other spots as well
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Lonesome Dave on May 11, 2020, 06:45:12 AM
Post by: Lonesome Dave on May 11, 2020, 06:45:12 AM
Quote from: Wacked on May 10, 2020, 07:33:39 PM
theres a sweet little trail just West of Mystic road that would be pretty sweet.
Not sure if this is the same one, but yes there's a meadow just off of Mystic road to the west. But can't be seen unless you drive up the trail. It's right off off the single track that runs through there and intersects the two track trail. I just don't know the numbers right now. That would be an excellent spot.
And, don't forget the area around China Gulch and the area west of Slate Creek Dam on the way to Mystic road.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Wacked on May 11, 2020, 11:22:56 AM
Post by: Wacked on May 11, 2020, 11:22:56 AM
Might be the same place ....... I'm thinking of the north side of 241 or 241.A - Seen some horse trailers/campers with their 5th wheels circled up there.
On another note, may be able to rent that cabin from the BHNS at the south end of Boles canyon under the closed off look-out tower. That would have parking and a place to base outta
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Lonesome Dave on May 11, 2020, 08:38:27 PM
Post by: Lonesome Dave on May 11, 2020, 08:38:27 PM
I checked the map. The location is at the intersection of 241 and 6936.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 11, 2020, 08:47:18 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 11, 2020, 08:47:18 PM
I was thinking about doing a bit of reconnaissance over the next couple of days. There are a few places off of the Nemo road and one kinda right near Nemo itself. Would like to be in the more northern hills but will do what the group wants to do
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 11, 2020, 09:28:04 PM
Post by: Kevin on May 11, 2020, 09:28:04 PM
Dry camping is not problem here.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: sandhillrider on May 12, 2020, 08:24:48 PM
Post by: sandhillrider on May 12, 2020, 08:24:48 PM
I like the area around 241 and 6936 but my map doesn't show that area open to dispersed camping.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 12, 2020, 08:27:18 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 12, 2020, 08:27:18 PM
You are correct. I am looking at that as well. Seems to be an established area though. 
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 12, 2020, 08:29:12 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 12, 2020, 08:29:12 PM
It is NF, and many times NF is open unless stated otherwise. I will stop at one of the offices tomorrow and ask.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 18, 2020, 08:15:50 AM
Post by: Kevin on May 18, 2020, 08:15:50 AM
Anymore thoughts on this? I am currently planning to load up the camper and couple of bikes and head that way some time late Friday afternoon.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 18, 2020, 08:47:48 AM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 18, 2020, 08:47:48 AM
Yup, I am planning on heading that way Friday morning as well. Myself and Mark are planning on boondocking off Custer Crossing road about a mile or so in from 385 on the left hand side. Should be room for a few in there. PM me your phone # and I'll let you know if something changes.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 18, 2020, 01:46:24 PM
Post by: Kevin on May 18, 2020, 01:46:24 PM
Awesome, will do.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: locopny on May 18, 2020, 03:05:09 PM
Post by: locopny on May 18, 2020, 03:05:09 PM
How long you planning being out there?
I may be that way after Sat to deliver that gooseneck. Might put the AT on and ride some....maybe.
I may be that way after Sat to deliver that gooseneck. Might put the AT on and ride some....maybe.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: sandhillrider on May 18, 2020, 08:34:38 PM
Post by: sandhillrider on May 18, 2020, 08:34:38 PM
Looking like Dan and I won't be camping. I think he is going out on Friday morning. I
am planning on driving the pickup out Friday morning and riding Friday afternoon and Saturday.
am planning on driving the pickup out Friday morning and riding Friday afternoon and Saturday.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: locopny on May 18, 2020, 09:26:02 PM
Post by: locopny on May 18, 2020, 09:26:02 PM
Well maybe I won't bother with the AT then...as Friday and Sat appear to be out for me.
Probably just going to get some more 2 up riding while Dana is still here.
Probably just going to get some more 2 up riding while Dana is still here.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 18, 2020, 11:15:18 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 18, 2020, 11:15:18 PM
I will still be going out and staying at the Joeltel. Nathaniel and a couple buddies are also coming out and staying at the Paultel. Riding will be dependent on weather. I was going to bring the KLR but stupid me thought I had the correct breaks. Thurns out I did not. So I had to order those. So will roll with the KLX and the Tenere. Will post as rides are decided on. All will depend on weather intestinal fortitude .
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 19, 2020, 11:46:13 AM
Post by: Kevin on May 19, 2020, 11:46:13 AM
Since weather is a potential concern was able to get a spot FNF. I have had to leave my camper before, got it stuck in the boonies once :o... Bringing the Beta 430 and the Husky 701.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 20, 2020, 09:25:09 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 20, 2020, 09:25:09 PM
If there is any single track interest I'd be more than happy to tag along. :)
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 20, 2020, 10:36:58 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 20, 2020, 10:36:58 PM
Fletch, Nathaniel is coming out with 2 of his buddies. They have unregistered bikes. I think they would be interested in some single track. I might be talked into some too maybe for a day. Just remember, I'm old, fat and inexperienced on Single Track.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 21, 2020, 07:46:29 AM
Post by: Kevin on May 21, 2020, 07:46:29 AM
I would entertain some single track... I am rusty as hell, but have done more single track this year than the entirety of last year. Sad, but true...
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 21, 2020, 07:55:47 AM
Post by: Fletch on May 21, 2020, 07:55:47 AM
Brad and I rode the stuff south of sugar shack last night, it's pretty nice and mellow.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 21, 2020, 07:13:42 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 21, 2020, 07:13:42 PM
That sounds like fun
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Wacked on May 22, 2020, 07:03:22 AM
Post by: Wacked on May 22, 2020, 07:03:22 AM
I'm around Sat. to do dome riding. Who's riding where?
Wacked
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 07:11:47 AM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 07:11:47 AM
Open for suggestions
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 22, 2020, 09:15:32 AM
Post by: Fletch on May 22, 2020, 09:15:32 AM
I'm up for whatever (single track preferred of course) just let me know when/where.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Wacked on May 22, 2020, 12:00:23 PM
Post by: Wacked on May 22, 2020, 12:00:23 PM
To throw into the planning mix
Sat - mid '70s with rain in the afternoon
Sun - should be dry but cooler - low 60's
Mon - same as Sun
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 12:55:30 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 12:55:30 PM
Whatever works
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Wacked on May 22, 2020, 02:21:46 PM
Post by: Wacked on May 22, 2020, 02:21:46 PM
My vote would be meet at the lot across from Sugar Shack at 9:00 - Sat
Ride some of the easy single track and/or fun stuff SW of the Shack. If everyone is having a good time, head north thru experimental forest and across to Pilot Knob. If people get tuckered out on single, there's enough two track around that area to explore
Who's in???
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 22, 2020, 04:02:55 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 22, 2020, 04:02:55 PM
I have a lovely little loop in mind, all nice and easy.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 22, 2020, 06:47:35 PM
Post by: Kevin on May 22, 2020, 06:47:35 PM
I will see you there.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: TooTall on May 22, 2020, 06:53:27 PM
Post by: TooTall on May 22, 2020, 06:53:27 PM
Sign me up for Mike's easy loop. See everyone by 9AM.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 07:54:59 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 07:54:59 PM
Thinking we may do something different. Have fun. If I had nothing else going on I would be in
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 09:51:01 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 22, 2020, 09:51:01 PM
Our group will also meet at Sugar Shack. If there are others wanting to ride but not single track, you are welcome to join us. This will depend on weather. If it's thundering or pouring rain I think we will bake.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 23, 2020, 08:20:24 AM
Post by: Kevin on May 23, 2020, 08:20:24 AM
Considering the forecast I will skip single track today and ride the other.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 23, 2020, 08:45:35 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 23, 2020, 08:45:35 PM
I'm out for early stuff tomorrow. Maybe try to catch up around noon.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: grubbie on May 23, 2020, 09:42:11 PM
Post by: grubbie on May 23, 2020, 09:42:11 PM
Just a reminder, if you are riding on a patched tube, and the guy with the tire tools isn't coming to ride with you,.......you might want to throw on a new tube before you head out. Don't ask me how Dave knows..........
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 24, 2020, 04:56:29 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 24, 2020, 04:56:29 PM
Anyone riding tomorrow (Monday)?
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 24, 2020, 05:03:15 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 24, 2020, 05:03:15 PM
Probably but don't know exactly what. Won't be single track though.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 24, 2020, 07:44:46 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 24, 2020, 07:44:46 PM
I'm fine with big bike stuff. Let me know.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 24, 2020, 09:53:17 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 24, 2020, 09:53:17 PM
Thinking about riding gravel and two track. Will take my KLR, Paul will be on his WR. Just meet here at Joel's at 9 am.
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 25, 2020, 10:58:52 AM
Post by: Kevin on May 25, 2020, 10:58:52 AM
I rode single track for about 3 hours, started getting dark when I headed back to camp. I enjoyed riding with everyone. Check out is 11, hope to see you soon.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: TooTall on May 25, 2020, 01:38:38 PM
Post by: TooTall on May 25, 2020, 01:38:38 PM
Good to see you again Kevin. Really enjoyed studying your 701 Saturday morning. I was impressed.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 25, 2020, 06:22:23 PM
Post by: Kevin on May 25, 2020, 06:22:23 PM
Quote from: Kevin on May 25, 2020, 10:58:52 AM.
I rode single track for about 3 hours, started getting dark when I headed back to camp. I enjoyed riding with everyone. Check out is 11, hope to see you soon.
The 701 was fun to put together and enjoy riding it. I will be back to ride more single track too... I will bring the 430 Beta and the TM 144 soon...
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 25, 2020, 08:32:01 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 25, 2020, 08:32:01 PM
Great ride Dan. Thanks. I'm sure it was due to the great route planning.
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Fletch on May 25, 2020, 08:32:54 PM
Post by: Fletch on May 25, 2020, 08:32:54 PM
Sorry I missed the single track Kevin, let me know when you come back
Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 25, 2020, 08:44:58 PM
Post by: greatbuffalo on May 25, 2020, 08:44:58 PM
It was a very good ride. Took me hours to plan....
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Title: Re: Memorial Day Weekend
Post by: Kevin on May 25, 2020, 09:00:41 PM
Post by: Kevin on May 25, 2020, 09:00:41 PM
Quote from: Fletch on May 25, 2020, 08:32:54 PM
Sorry I missed the single track Kevin, let me know when you come back
Fletch, will do. What I did was short sighted and late in the evening. I will catch you next time...