Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

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Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Seth » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:11 pm

Big Bear Harcore Adventure 2008

The official run will be John Bull. This is a hardcore trail and not for the faint of heart. This trail promises excitement and winching/strapping. Rock rash on your undercarriage is guaranteed. I highly suggest a rear locker and under carriage protection. There is a possibility of body damage. The trail has been done without any damage many times, but the risk is there due to the obstacles. Please understand that you are the driver and must make the decision.

Club membership is not required, there are no event entrance fees, and all capable vehicles are welcome. Kids are welcome. You are responsible for your own food, lodging, gas, etc.

When: May 17, 2008

Where: Big Bear Lake, CA

Time: 10am we will be hitting the trails. We will be meeting around 9:30 to air down and get started by 10. Expect a full day of trails so bring a lunch to eat while we wheel.

Meeting Spot: We will be meeting at the Big Bear Discovery Center on the North Shore of Big Bear Lake. The Discovery Center is located at 40971 North Shore Dr. (which is Hwy 38) in the town Fawnskin, which is just on the north side of Big Bear Lake across the water from the town of Big Bear.

Directions: To get there, you can take either Hwy 330 to Hwy 18 (main way) or Hwy 38 out of Redlands.

If taking Hwy 330 to Hwy 18: To get to the Discovery Center, you will not turn right at the Big Bear Lake dam. This takes you into the city of Big Bear. Instead, you will continue straight which is the beginning of Hwy 38. You will travel up and around the lake, passing through Fawnskin. After leaving Fawnskin, the Discovery Center will be on your left (north side) about 1 and half miles down on North Shore Dr (Hwy 38).

If taking Hwy 38: You will need to get to where the I-215 meets the I-10. From there, take the I-10 E and take the TENNESSEE STREET exit and turn LEFT, then go 0.4 mi and turn RIGHT on W LUGONIA AVE which is Hwy 38. Take this highway all the way to the back side of Big Bear. In Big Bear, turn right on Green Way Dr. (this is before the lake), which is the continuation of Hwy 38. Then turn left on North Shore Dr which is also Hwy 38. Go about 2 miles and the Discovery Center will be on the right. If you go into the town of Fawnskin, you have a gone a couple miles too far. If you miss Greenway Dr. and get deeper into Big Bear, you can turn right on Standfield Cutoff which takes you across Big Bear Lake. Then turn left and follow the above directions.

Trail: John Bull trail.

John Bull is the most difficult trail in Big Bear and features large rock gardens and steep hill climbs. If we happen to make good time getting through it, we can shoot over to another trail in the area. Time will tell.

This is going to be an exciting run filled with adventure and enjoyment. Damage is always possible while off-roading, especially on a hardcore trail such as this one. Please come prepared with recovery equipment if you have it and spare parts appropriate for your vehicle.

Comm: CB channel 37

Passes: None required for this trip. Generally, an Adventure Pass is required when stopping to recreate on a trail in Big Bear. However, we will not be stopping to recreate. I was told by the local ranger station that eating wouldn't be considered recreating if it was a short stop.

Weather: Click on Big Bear Weather for all of your forecasting needs :)

For wheelers wishing to attend please read up on the following information:
http://hummerxclub.com/docs/trail_rules.pdf
http://hummerxclub.com/docs/hand_signals.pdf
http://hummerxclub.com/docs/Members_Guide.pdf

If you want to go just post it here or send me a PM and I will add you to the list. :)
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby beavis » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:13 pm

Excellent write-up Seth 8)
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Rich » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:19 pm

Cool. 8) Can't wait to see the pics from this one. :)
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Seth » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:24 pm

Rich wrote:Cool. 8) Can't wait to see the pics from this one. :)

Haven't you always talked about coming down for this type of run? :D
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Sewie » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:27 pm

Seth wrote:
Rich wrote:Cool. 8) Can't wait to see the pics from this one. :)

Haven't you always talked about coming down for this type of run? :D


YEAH!! :P I really want to run this trail at some point, but I don't think I'll be able to make it down this time. :/
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Rich » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:29 pm

Seth wrote:
Rich wrote:Cool. 8) Can't wait to see the pics from this one. :)

Haven't you always talked about coming down for this type of run? :D


I have and I would. 3 things stopping me....

1. Gas is $4.50 a gallon

2. I don't have real rocker protection yet.

3. My chitlens birthday is May 17th. (this of course being the one of the 3 that I can't ignore or get around by throwing money at it.) :lol:
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Seth » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:46 pm

Sewie wrote:I really want to run this trail at some point, but I don't think I'll be able to make it down this time. :/

Too bad. Maybe I'll see you down here another time.

Rich wrote:I have and I would. 3 things stopping me....

1. Gas is $4.50 a gallon

2. I don't have real rocker protection yet.

3. My chitlens birthday is May 17th. (this of course being the one of the 3 that I can't ignore or get around by throwing money at it.) :lol:

Excuses, excuses. :lol: :lol: All very valid reasons. I hope you and have a good weekend with the birthday child. :)
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Bellvis » Thu Apr 24, 2008 7:50 pm

Im out.

Im loosing another good friend to that thing called "Marriage." :wall: The wedding is on May 17th and im one of the groomsmen.

Thats 3 last year and 2 this year. :x
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Sean K. » Thu Apr 24, 2008 9:50 pm

I'd LOVE to go on this, but with diesel being $4 a gallon right now, I don't know that I'll make it up.

I tried last August, but burned up a front pinion bearing in my 60 just before reaching the actual start of the John Bull trail. Looked like it was going to be fun and it was at a nice altitude to beat the summer heat.

I'd love to go back, but I just don't see it happening before late June at the earliest. Anyone else go up there that time of year?

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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby beavis » Thu Apr 24, 2008 9:53 pm

I'd go, but my cupholders aren't in good condition right now.

Add to that a nasty gash in the rear tire sidewall thats about ready to blow, a blown rear shock, and the fact I hate Big Bear.... :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Seth » Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:37 pm

beavis wrote:I'd go, but my cupholders aren't in good condition right now.

Add to that a nasty gash in the rear tire sidewall thats about ready to blow, a blown rear shock, and the fact I hate Big Bear.... :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

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You hate Big Bear??? :duh: Why would you hate Big Bear? That place is great.
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby beavis » Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:42 pm

Seth wrote:
beavis wrote:I'd go, but my cupholders aren't in good condition right now.

Add to that a nasty gash in the rear tire sidewall thats about ready to blow, a blown rear shock, and the fact I hate Big Bear.... :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

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You hate Big Bear??? :duh: Why would you hate Big Bear? That place is great.


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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby Lensman » Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:48 pm

Lensman will try to make it. Depends on what is going on at work. Looks good :D
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby H2Finally » Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:54 pm

My favorite trail of all times! I will certainly TRY my best to make it!

This was the trail that took away the virginity of my rig. At the end I got plenty of new scars (most under the carriage & not visible for DD after a good dose of flat black rattle can :lol: ) -- that allowed me to stop concentrating on the truck and start enjoying the challenges and the scenery of all future trails!
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Re: Big Bear Hardcore Run on John Bull - May 17th

Postby beavis » Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:56 pm

Waving Hi to Horace!

We still need to tackle blow sand hill!
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