US West San Gabriel Valley (SGV) Coffee and Rigs Meet Up

[RW Gray]

Covid Rules. I have to skip this month. Please post next adventure meet up! R GRAY

 

[Big Blue]

I won’t be able to attend this month. I’m isolating for a few more days.

Can I park at the other end of the parking lot and yell at you guys?

 

[socal66]

I won’t be able to attend this month. I’m isolating for a few more days.

Can I park at the other end of the parking lot and yell at you guys?

You can just stay in your vehicle with the windows shut and GRMS 18 us. It worked for the boy in the bubble.

 

[Big Blue]

Hahaha. That’s a good idea.

 

[RickTundraPro]

Do it! Or just get a rapid test. If it’s negative then your good! Ha!

 

[smritte]

Here. Fixed the spelling

Do it! Or just get a RABID test. If it’s negative then your good! Ha!

 

[AbundanceNaught]

Hey group, newbie from Orange county. Looking forward to try and meet up with the group.

 

[smritte]

Welcome
Were going to anza borrego on 2/19 (i think) let us know if you want in.

 

[AbundanceNaught]

Welcome
Were going to anza borrego on 2/19 (i think) let us know if you want in.

how 2wd friendly is it? I'm in a 2500 van.

 

[smritte]

Ehh. we had a 2wd Tacoma with us who did ok. It depends on your driving skill and tire type.

 

[AbundanceNaught]

Yeah i realized i should specify that I'm on stock suspension, and just road tires. Doesn't sound like a good fit.
It looks like there is a casual more meet and greet event on 2/5 closer to me.

 

[RW Gray]

I want in! how do i get meet up coordinates or route maps?

 

[AbundanceNaught]

I want in! how do i get meet up coordinates or route maps?

Check the calendar section on the website for 2/19

 

[smritte]

Yeah i realized i should specify that I'm on stock suspension, and just road tires.

Even on some of the dirt roads the rocks can be sharp, trashing street tires. Most places you can go with just good tires and 2wd.

 

[smritte]

I want in! how do i get meet up coordinates or route maps?

We have another thread for the trip. Someone will get you added.

 

[smritte]

You should see a notification to join the thread.

 

[smritte]

Gauging interest in something here.

Is there anyone who would like to learn how to properly use extraction gear?

This is something that's been on the back of my mind for a long time. There's nothing like having cool gear but never using it. I know we don't tend to go places where someone will get stuck but its nice to have the basics down.
I have diffrent ideas, none of which will damage your vehicle. This can be done stand alone or while were out. It will require a bit of time though. Or I could just stick my cruiser somewhere and we get it unstuck.

I would bet most of our group has never used a traction board, understand the difference between a kinetic strap and a regular tow strap let alone when to use which. At one time, I did this at some of our 4wd events and our Adopt a Trail group.

Opinions?

 

[socal66]

I think that would be a great idea. I have (most of) the recovery gear needed but have not used any of it in an actual recovery scenario yet. This could also serve as a readiness check for everyone aside from the knowledge to know what is needed or not as far as gear is concerned.

 

[MMc]

I have never used a traction pad and don't plan on getting any. I have used all the recovery that own many times. It is why I carry a yard shovel instead of a t handle. Maybe we could make a morning of it someplace.

 

[smritte]

The challenge is, where we have to go to get any kind of obstacle. I spent a weekend exploring Cajon Pass area and came up with nothing. I did learn how much private property there is now. Got chased out of an area because I didn't know I had somehow gone behind the sign. I don't know of any areas in Stoddard Wells with enough sand. Plenty of rocks though.
Sand is safe but were talking Razor road, Afton, White Water... Can make it a day trip or a camp.