Tour De Arizona 2!!! Plan & Roll Call

[stacy]

Fellow Trail Warriors,
My father will be in from out of town between Christmas and New Years and we intend to kick up some dust on the trails just as we did last Holiday Season. If you want to know what last years Tour De AZ was all about look at “Tour De Arizona 2!!!!!! Where to this year?”, HardHeadedWoman posted some beautiful pics/links to pics on page three of the topic from last years adventure.

After surveying our options we have come up with the below itinerary of DAY TRIPS. We will meet at each location at 9AM and ride all day.

Plan

Friday Dec 26th Whitford Canyon – Loop
(40 Miles/Moderate Terrain)
(US 60 E to Florence Junction)
(MEET AT TEXACO at 9AM)

Saturday Dec 27th Four Peaks/Rolls – Trail Exploring
(65 Miles/Moderate Terrain)
(HWY 87 N MM 203 on the right)
(MEET AT STAGING AREA at 9AM)

Tuesday Dec 30th Butterfield Stage Trail
(33 Miles/Easy Terrain)
(HWY 238, 23 Miles W of HWY 347 on the right from the E Valley)
(HWY 238, 15 Miles E of HWY 85 on the left from the W Valley) (MEET AT STAGING AREA at 9AM)

Thursday Jan 1st OPEN
Options - Box Canyon/Martinez Mine/Coke Ovens
- W of the White Tanks (Wolfhound…Can you tell us more about this area?)
- Or ?????????????

Roll Call

Whitford Canyon on Friday the 26th…Once again we will meet at the Florence Junction Texaco at 9AM…See ya there!!!!!!!!!!!
- Stacy
- Skidmark
- Hard Headed Woman ?
- TexasTad
- Crazy Dave better know as HHW’s other half?
- Azotto
- Gdavis
- Blatant ?
- NativeAZ
- Fool ?
- TSGreg
- DesertSandRider
- DSR’s other half
- DrtiGirl
- CuttintoRide
- Chairforce
- Chairforces other half

Stacy

Tour De Arizona Coordinator

[Fooll]

Stacy,
The 26th I can't make it..Gotta work
The 27th ( 4peaks )looks good for me.
Z.. There is also a Box canyon by Wickenburg...

2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
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[stacy]

Zvonte,
Key word "Options". I was talking about two different areas.

Fool,
See ya Saturday the 27th at 9AM at the Staging Area.

Stacy

[quadman20]

I'm in for the 26th friday. have quad will travel

[speeedr]

Stacy, I'll make saturday as well ... possible riday too

[kimhuggs1]

Please mark us down for Friday Dec 26th Whitford Canyon – Loop 9AM - Party of FOUR!! Two dirtbikes Two Quads......

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[ready2ride]

stacy i have been looking forward to riding with you i am trying to get greg to go with us i will try both days but one for sure and will post later as to what day we will attend

ready2ride (redburn)

[gdavis]

Stacy,

Is the Whitford Canyon ride that RappDude posted in the Trail Guide where the staging area is just off to the left of US60, or are you staging from the wash in Queen Valley off of Hewitt Station Rd?

I have done both and have the GPS routes.



'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[TEXAS TAD]

the 26th I AM THERE!!!!!!!!!! will snow be made available to us????
this is where rode last year right???
I still need directions, is it florence or florence junction??

[kimhuggs1]

Will be nice to meet you Texas Tad.... I have relatives in Anahuac Texas... ever heard of it?? :)


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[TEXAS TAD]

yup, east of houston on 1-10 on the bay sorta in swamp country we go through that country when we delever trees to port arthur!!! never actually stopped there just know the whereabouts!!!

[stacy]

Quadman20, KimHuggs1, Ready2Ride, Gdavis,
See ya at the Florence Junction Texaco at 9AM. We will drive into the staging area from there. Basically just stay on the 60 and you will hit the Texaco just after the "Y" in the road in Florence Junction. The Texaco is on the left.

Tad,
This is the same area we rode with all the snow we had last year. Looking at the extended forecast for Phoenix it is sunny next week with no precipitation. I will start the "snow dance" on Christmas Eve and hope for the best.

Stacy

[desertsandrider]

Tamarah just got here, and she says hi to all......we'll see you next friday

"Disco" Nick

400ex
1996 Lifted GMC 1/2 Ton Truck
2003 Trail Boss 6X12 enclosed trailer
Whiplash # 156
"Nut Buster Racing"
Sponsors: Got Huevos?, Blo ME, Liberty Motorsports, Weller Racing

[gdavis]

The "Y" in the road at Florence Junction no longer exists. It is now a freeway type exit. It is no longer just a left turn into the Texaco. You have to take the exit, turn left, go about a quarter mile, then right for about another quarter mile to get to the Texaco.

'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[TEXAS TAD]

thinking snow but refusing to actually dance for fear the wife will walk in and think I am using the puter for surfing skin sites!!!

[desertsandrider]

skin sites rule

"Disco" Nick

400ex
1996 Lifted GMC 1/2 Ton Truck
2003 Trail Boss 6X12 enclosed trailer
Whiplash # 156
"Nut Buster Racing"
Sponsors: Got Huevos?, Blo ME, Liberty Motorsports, Weller Racing

[TABS]

Stacy, We will probably be in the 4 peaks area from Christmas night until the 28th so maybe we will see you there. We will most likely be in the same spot we are always in.

The Autobody Shop

[cuttin2ride]

Looks like I'm out for the 26th.
Miss all the after Christmas sales,, NO WAY! If I'm in town I am so there shopping. OPEN, OPEN, OPEN:D

Have a great time and be safe:)

"IT'S ALL FOR FUN"
Becky*
Polaris Srambler 500 4x4

[Alaskarider]

Stacy,
Count me in for Friday's ride...I am new to quading but this sounds like a good ride for an old snowmobiler like me...See ya there!
Mike

[skidmark]

quote:Originally posted by TABS

Stacy, We will probably be in the 4 peaks area from Christmas night until the 28th so maybe we will see you there. We will most likely be in the same spot we are always in.

The Autobody Shop


Good to hear from you guys. Looking forward to riding with you. Are those younguns' gonna ride solo with us this year?:)

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[stacy]

Nick,
Look forward to seeing you next Thursday as well as your mom.

Gdavis,
So is their a better place to stage right off the 60 prior to the Queen Valley turn off???

TABS (Sean),
We will definitely find you on Saturday. Have the quads gased up and ready to boogie. We will be there 9AM sharp. My dad said he would bring the hot dogs this year for our lunch prior to going up the mountain. He said the dog he had last year tasted like a New York Strip he was so hungry.

Cuttin2Ride,
Good luck with the after Christmas shopping. Don't spend all your money in one place.

Alaskarider,
We will see you Friday. I have asked Gdavis to provide us with a better meeting point due to the road changes in that area.

Dad,
I just changed the oil on the Honda. It is ready to Rock n'Roll (Remember Box Canyon)...Just Kidding.

Stacy:D

[azotto]

quote:Originally posted by stacy


Dad,
I just changed the oil on the Honda. It is ready to Rock n'Roll (Remember Box Canyon)...Just Kidding.

Stacy:D


I forgot all about that.


The Texaco is still easy in/out. Watch for Exit 212.

1997 TRX300 2x4
2004 A/C 650 4x4
I have limitations

[gdavis]

quote:

The Texaco is still easy in/out. Watch for Exit 212.

1997 TRX300 2x4
2004 A/C 650 4x4
I have limitations




Yeah, thats it, exit 212.

It's still easy to get there, just have to be ready for it, right Steve? It's an all new junction.



'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[kimhuggs1]

Texas Tad- Yup..!!! :) I even have relatives in Port Arthur... Small world!!

See you all there 9am... I am really looking forward to this ride...

Please do the snow dance...!!

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[skidmark]

quote:Originally posted by azotto

quote:Originally posted by stacy


Dad,
I just changed the oil on the Honda. It is ready to Rock n'Roll (Remember Box Canyon)...Just Kidding.

Stacy:D


I forgot all about that.


The Texaco is still easy in/out. Watch for Exit 212.

1997 TRX300 2x4
2004 A/C 650 4x4
I have limitations




Yeah I remember that too, I hit the rock and then rolled the quad![:o)] I think it was just fatigue, after 5 rides in 6 days old Pops was pooped! Hope I can stay on that little buckin' bronco this year.:D That thing is like ridin' a runaway shetland pony!

Stacy: Do you still have that heavy-duty backpack, I think I saw some rocks in Syreda's pictures that had some promise.;)

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[HardHeadedWoman]

I'm asking (begging) David to get the bikes done. At least MINE, for sure.

Syreda
Honda Foreman 450es 4x4
Don't follow David. There must be an easier way.

[mhoffman]

My son and I did the Whitford Canyon loop today. What a great trail! There are some small patches of snow and parts of the trail are icy. It will probably be gone by the 26th unless we get some weather.

Mark 02 DS650
Ruth 03 300ex
Brock (15)
Haley (12)
Nicole (3)
Tanner (1)

[kimhuggs1]

At the "staging" area is there room for us to park with our small Motor home? Any info will be appreciated..




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[gdavis]

There's plenty of parking if we're staging off Hewitt Station Rd.


'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[stacy]

Azotto,
I remember that Honda was still idling, even on it's side.

Gdavis/Azotto,
Thanks for the tip on the TEXACO...EXIT 212 OFF THE 60

Kimhuggs,
I have my snow moccasin's on as we speak doing a lil jig...See ya at the Texaco at 9AM. Regarding room at the staging area for a rig you should be OK. We generaly pull off into a riverbed and park. I have seen trucks with large 5th wheels in there with little effort. You will be fine.

Dad,
I will get that backpack reinforced and ready for your geology specimens.

HHW,
I sure hope that you kicked Dave in the rump and sent him to get the quads. My dad has commented more than once that "it just won't be the same" without you two. I will keep my toes crossed.

Mhoffman,
Thanks for the trail update. Hopefully we will get some slick stuff to keep it interesting.

Stacy[^]

[gmoney]

quote:Originally posted by stacy


Gdavis,
So is their a better place to stage right off the 60 prior to the Queen Valley turn off???


Hewitt Station and US60. Big area. Lots of room. Decent place to stage.

Gmoney

[husky390]

Are dirtbikes allowed on this run? If so I think I can make it to the Whitford ride.
Thanks,
Dave

Husky 390. Because big guys need big bikes.

[drtigirl]

I live in Surprise and am not sure how to get to two riding locations for the 26th (Whitford Canyon) and 27th (Four Peaks/Rolls). Is there anybody else in the Surprise area going that I could follow or can somebody give me some directions?

Thanks for the help.

Kathie

[kford131]

whitford canyon: http://ridingarizona.com/forum/trailguide/trail.asp?TRAIL_ID=24

four peaks/rolls: http://ridingarizona.com/forum/trailguide/trail.asp?TRAIL_ID=31

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.

[kford131]

and oh, the wife and i will be joining for whitford canyon.

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.

[HardHeadedWoman]

quote:Originally posted by husky390

Are dirtbikes allowed on this run? If so I think I can make it to the Whitford ride.
Thanks,
Dave

Husky 390. Because big guys need big bikes.



Yes, dirt bikes are welcome. :D

Syreda
Honda Foreman 450es 4x4
Don't follow David. There must be an easier way.

[Whuggs1]

quote:Originally posted by husky390

Are dirtbikes allowed on this run? If so I think I can make it to the Whitford ride.
Thanks,
Dave




Our kids will both be riding bikes.

2002 Warrior
2001 TTR125L
1996 TrailBoss w/mods
1986 YZ 125
14ft Trailer
and a Minnie Winnie
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[gdavis]

So....Syreda, You gonna get your quad fixed in the next 5 days? I'm beginning to feel real sorry for ya.
Stacy & Skidmark seem to be looking really forward to having you on this ride.

'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[kimhuggs1]

husky390- Come join us... We will have 2 dirtbike riders in our family...YZ125 & TTR125L, I myself ride a quad tho [8D]


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[TFQTZMAN]

I WAS GIVEN A HALL PASS FOR CHRISTMAS SO I'M GOING TO USE IT & I'M COMING. CAN'T WAIT!
TIM :D

[ready2ride]

drtigirl
i am coming from 99th ave and pinnacle peak you are welcome to follow along if you like but the place is easy to find

stacy looks like i will be on the friday ride see ya there.

ready2ride

[stacy]

Roll Call Updated 20 Riders and Counting

Whitford Canyon on Friday the 26th…Once again we will meet at the Florence Junction Texaco (Exit 212) at 9AM…See ya there!!!!!!!!!!!
- Stacy
- Skidmark
- Hard Headed Woman (You better!!!)
- TexasTad
- Azotto
- Gdavis
- NativeAZ
- TSGreg
- DesertSandRider
- DSR’s other half
- DrtiGirl
- CuttintoRide
- Chairforce
- Chairforces other half
- Ready2Ride
- TFQTZMAN
- Kimhuggs
- Whuggs and kids
- Kford131 and wife
- Husky390

[gdavis]

30% CHANCE OF RAIN FRIDAY

We may be riding IN the snow!

'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[kford131]

quote:Originally posted by gdavis

40% CHANCE OF RAIN FRIDAY

We may be riding IN the snow!

'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun


Good thing that dog of yours has a foreman, he can help pull the sporties through the snow..

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.

[Moose]

Stacy,

Please add The Moose to your list of riders. I'll be coming along with gdavis (and leaving him in my dust [:p]).

Kyle, if Sam needs a sitter, I'm sure Bouncer would LOVE to spend some quality time with him!

Brake For Moose
It Could Save Your Life

[Zhvonte]

stacy, i might go, i will let you know.... at the moment, the plans I have had set for glamis is starting to fall apart.....

I have no limitations, only my quad has limitations......
PCP-Z400
whiplash #374

[Rich D]

I'll be coming to the ride on Saturday at the Rolls and also on Jan 1st. where ever that takes us. RICH

2002 DS650
2001 Trailblazer

[gdavis]

quote:
Good thing that dog of yours has a foreman, he can help pull the sporties through the snow..

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.


And man can he ride. Make you look like........his Mom on a Warrior.

BTW, he don't need no Foreman, he'll pull them sporties out with his teeth!



'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[husky390]

Sorry folks, can't make it on Friday. Have to work a shift. Have a safe and fun ride and hope to catch you guys on another one sometime.
Dave

Husky 390. Because big guys need big bikes.

[azotto]

Stacy/Skidmark
I won't be able to make the tour this year like I thought I would. Our plans to be out of town are coming together. Have fun and Skidmark, keep the wheels on the ground this year!!

1997 TRX300 2x4
2004 A/C 650 4x4
I have limitations

[skidmark]

quote:Originally posted by azotto

Stacy/Skidmark
I won't be able to make the tour this year like I thought I would. Our plans to be out of town are coming together. Have fun and Skidmark, keep the wheels on the ground this year!!

1997 TRX300 2x4
2004 A/C 650 4x4
I have limitations



Darn :(, and I was looking forward to seeing you ride that big Arctic Cat. Well, you and the Mrs. and kids have a good holiday and we'll catch you next time.:)

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[stacy]

Let it SNOW, Let it SNOW, Let it SNOW.........

Husky390 and Azotto, maybe we will see you later in the Tour.

Roll Call Updated 20 Riders and Counting

Whitford Canyon on Friday the 26th…Once again we will meet at the Florence Junction Texaco (Exit 212) at 9AM…See ya there!!!!!!!!!!!
- Stacy
- Skidmark
- Hard Headed Woman (You better!!!)
- TexasTad
- Gdavis
- NativeAZ
- TSGreg
- DesertSandRider
- DSR’s other half
- DrtiGirl
- CuttintoRide
- Chairforce
- Chairforces other half
- Ready2Ride
- TFQTZMAN
- Kimhuggs
- Whuggs and kids
- Kford131 and wife
- The Moose
- Zvonte???

[gdavis]

NWS, Phoenix, now says there's a 30% chance of rain on Friday! [?]

'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[blatant]

Negative,

Out of town plans came through, so I will be unable to attend any of the outtings, unfortunately. Hope you have a great safe time. Make sure you bring a camera. Especially to the butterfield area, great "western" scenery up there!

Peace
M

[TEXAS TAD]

posting to you folks from my top secret lair in the tookie town foot hills, having ridden in the hassyampa area yesterday with ynot az will be in the texaco parking lot raring to go on the 26th!!!! and will even cut loose with a snow dance here in a minute when nobody else is looking!!!! merry christmas to you all!!!!!
tad

[HardHeadedWoman]

Tad, you nut! Snow for Friday's ride would be the best. Lets hope your dance does it's trick.

Syreda
Honda Foreman 450es 4x4
Don't follow David. There must be an easier way.

[Fooll]

Is Saturdays ride still going on????
Speeedr and myself will be there.
Hopefully if there is snow there will be some at the top.

2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
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[stacy]

Blatant(Mike),
Have a safe trip and enjoy the holidays. We will see you on the next one.

Tad,
Great to see you made it into town. See ya soon.

HHW,
I really hope that you guys can make the trip.

Fooll,
Yes the ride to the top of Four Peaks is still on for Saturday. We will meet at the staging area at MM 203 off of HWY 87 at 9AM.

Stacy

[kimhuggs1]

Keep those snow dances up!!:) We may get snow yet!! [:p] I just dont want RAIN!!! [xx(]

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[drtigirl]

Are there going to be any "Moose attacks" on this trip?

[Moose]

quote:Originally posted by drtigirl

Are there going to be any "Moose attacks" on this trip?


No plans yet, Kathie.

Who/what did you have in mind??[}:)]:D

Brake For Moose
It Could Save Your Life

[kford131]

ah hell, thats all we need is a moose on the loose.

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.

[Moose]

HEY, KATHIE!!!

I FORGOT!! KYLE'S GONNA BE THERE!!!

:D

Brake For Moose
It Could Save Your Life

[drtigirl]

Hey Moose,

I heard Kyle's gonna be there... he, he, he

[kford131]

yeah, that kyle guy. what a pain to ride with.

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.

[desertsandrider]

i am just finishing loading up the truck and heading from yuma to phoenix/safford/tucson/phoenix, and will see all of you on friday!

"Disco" Nick

400ex
1996 Lifted GMC 1/2 Ton Truck
2003 Trail Boss 6X12 enclosed trailer
Whiplash # 156
"Nut Buster Racing"
Sponsors: Got Huevos?, Blo ME, Liberty Motorsports, Weller Racing

[gdavis]

quote:Originally posted by kford131

yeah, that kyle guy. what a pain to ride with.

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.


Lookin' forward to pullin' you out of trouble! :D

'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[kimhuggs1]

Are we [u]there</u> YET [?]!!!!

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[Moose]

quote:Originally posted by kford131

yeah, that kyle guy. what a pain to ride with.



No kidding. Always waiting on him since he can't keep up.....

Brake For Moose
It Could Save Your Life

[kford131]

and grumpy too.

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.

[HardHeadedWoman]

Sorry, I won't be joining the group. Take tons of pictures for me. I'll be with everyone in spirit.

Syreda
Honda Foreman 450es 4x4
Don't follow David. There must be an easier way.

[Moose]

quote:Originally posted by HardHeadedWoman

Sorry, I won't be joining the group. Take tons of pictures for me. I'll be with everyone in sprit.

Syreda
Honda Foreman 450es 4x4
Don't follow David. There must be an easier way.


[V]:(


Brake For Moose
It Could Save Your Life

[stacy]

Merry Christmas everybody!! We are loaded up and ready to roll.

Roll Call Updated 20 Riders and Counting

Whitford Canyon on Friday the 26th…Once again we will meet at the Florence Junction Texaco (Exit 212) at 9AM…See ya there!!!!!!!!!!!
- Stacy
- Skidmark
- TexasTad
- Gdavis
- NativeAZ
- TSGreg
- DesertSandRider
- DSR’s other half
- DrtiGirl
- CuttintoRide
- Chairforce
- Chairforces other half
- Ready2Ride
- TFQTZMAN
- Kimhuggs
- Whuggs and kids
- Kford131 and wife
- The Moose



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[skidmark]

We are headed to the airport. -- Mom said she is going to stay at the staging site while we ride, roam around, maybe target practice, and take some pics.

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[TSGreg]

wish i could join you guys truck broke have no way to get out there have fun


quote form Robert Frost
"The Trails are lovely, dark and deep, but I have promises to keep,
And miles to ride before I sleep, and miles to ride before I sleep.

[Whuggs1]

Is Saturdays ride at the 4 peaks parking lot ?

2002 Warrior
2001 TTR125L
1996 TrailBoss w/mods
1986 YZ 125
14ft Trailer
and a Minnie Winnie

[drtigirl]

Sorry everybody but I'm not going to make it for Fridays ride. We took my sons quad out today and I thought the dang thing was gonna rattle it's self apart. Got a few nuts, bolts and chains to tighten up, an oil change to do, plastic to zip tie together, tires to change and then I oughta be good to for Saturdays ride.

I'll see out all on Saturday for sure! Have fun Friday I'll be thinking about you while I'm wrench'n.

[drtigirl]

How's the roll call for Saturday looking?

[gdavis]

1:00am, family emergency, The Moose and I won't be making this ride.
__________________________________________________ ___________________

4:00am, Look for me in the morning but don't wait on me. The Moose won't be making it. My son's father-in-law had an emergency, we had to help out.

Going back to bed now.


'01 Warrior (His)
'00 Warrior (Hers)
'99 Honda Foreman ES (Dogs)
'04 Weekend Warrior Super Lite (Ours)
Lots of Fun

[nativeAZ]

I'm going to wimp out on this one I already got a cold and it's raining big time at my house.

LT500
2001 Honda Rancher

[kimhuggs1]

Hey there

We are loaded up and ready to roll.... [u]Is it raining there????</u>



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* Kim * * 1996 Polaris Trail Boss * *
* * In the desert with a million stars all around * * *
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[kford131]

looks to be raining out that way, but that just means the dust will be down by the time we get rolling.

see ya there.

Kyle

Don't worry, it will only hurt for a minute or two.

[atombomb]

I'll be there on the 27th
Is the staging area the same as the Poker Runs?

Count me in

Thanks

Adam

1986 IT 200
2002 WR 426

[Fooll]

quote:Originally posted by atombomb

I'll be there on the 27th
Is the staging area the same as the Poker Runs?

Count me in

Thanks

Adam

1986 IT 200
2002 WR 426



I believe it further up the Hwy....
Saturday Dec 27th Four Peaks/Rolls – Trail Exploring
(65 Miles/Moderate Terrain)
(HWY 87 N MM 203 on the right)
(MEET AT STAGING AREA at 9AM)


2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
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[stacy]

Today was a great success!!! We started with 20 Riders and finished with 16. The Hugg's family had to turn back due to technical difficulties. Hopefully they can catch up on a future Tour outing. Below are some teaser photos. More to come in the photo section.



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[stacy]

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[stacy]

TOMMORROW

Saturday Dec 27th Four Peaks/Rolls – Trail Exploring
(65 Miles/Moderate Terrain)
(HWY 87 N MM 203 on the right)
(MEET AT STAGING AREA at 9AM)

Roll Call

- Stacy
- Mark(Skidmark)
- Eric (Chair Force)
- Jessica
- Nick (Desert Sand Rider)
- Tamarah
- Azotto???
- Fool
- Speeder
- Atombomb
- Whuggs???
- Drtigirl
- Sean and Leighann???
- Frank (FCS)???

[Fooll]

Take the ? mark away...
Me and Speeedr are in.

2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
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[drtigirl]

Great pics. My bike is loaded and ready to roll! I'll see everybody in the morning.

[skidmark]

We had a great ride today. Thanks to everyone that came out. Sorry the Huggs family had to finish early. -- Hope everyone that rode today comes out tomorrow to Four Peaks. -- Nick and Stacy have promised to wear their banana hammock speedos to the top of Four Peaks. I am taking my camera for this event. Don't miss it folks!

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[Whuggs1]

We won't be making the ride tomarrow:(

Thanks for keeping an eye on the kids and wife for me today.

2002 Warrior
2001 TTR125L
1996 TrailBoss w/mods
1986 YZ 125
14ft Trailer
and a Minnie Winnie

[TEXAS TAD]

i am in, the wife was all for it?!?!?!?hmmmmmmmm somthings amiss!!!! see you guys in a little while!!!!
tad

[skidmark]

See you there Tad.:)

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[atombomb]

KTMBob and I found a great bunch of other Two wheelers. We went to upper Sycamore for some single track riding.

Great ride



2002 WR 426
1986 IT 200 In process of Full restoration.

[drtigirl]

That was a really "Cool" ride today. I loved it out there and can't wait to go again! I'll see everybody in the 1st hopefully.

[skidmark]

Great ride today. The hot dogs were good but next year I would like to have BBQ.[8D] Thanks to everyone who came out, you were all a great bunch of riders. :)

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[Fooll]

That sure was a cool ride today or should I say Freeze ride today...
I'm still thawing out...
Hey skidmark .. I need a couple of those Advils....:D

2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
Fhttp://ridingarizona.com/forum/uploaded/fooll/img8.gifll

[Zamies]

I misjudged how long it would take for me to get to 4 Peaks and was late. I got there about 9:30 so I just went ahead and messed around abit on my own. Nice area and some fun trails. I didn't stay too long but it was fun, even by myself. Sorry i missed everyone.

[stacy]

Today was a success. We all made it up and down the mountain in one piece. I will post the pics in the pics section soon. Teaser Photo's Below.




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[biscuit-ray]

Do you guys have an itinerary for the 1st? I'd like to try to make it if possible.

The Biscuit

[desertsandrider]

All, ************************************************** ***********************************
Stacy and Skidmark will NOT be riding TOMORROW, DEC 29th. due to them being out of town doing some family bonding and sight seeing....(i, on the other hand, have already "bonded" with Stacy's MOM)....

************************************************** **********************************************
anyways, Stacy WILL still be hosting the WHITE TANK ride on Jan 1, New Years day. He will post more info and roll call for the White Tanks ride later tonight.

"Disco" Nick

400ex
1996 Lifted GMC 1/2 Ton Truck
2003 Trail Boss 6X12 enclosed trailer
Whiplash # 156
"Nut Buster Racing"
Sponsors: Got Huevos?, Blo ME, Liberty Motorsports, Weller Racing

[Paul400EX]

so whens the next ride? my 416 wants to see some dirt other than the track

MX DFR, PEP, LC, LSR, SPARKS 416ex #22

Thanks to my sponsors:

Laker Custom
DFR
RPM

[stacy]

All,
Nick is correct on the family bonding part. We have been from Phoenix to Prescott and back again looking for Nick's MOM. We couldn't figure out what street she lived on. During our adventure we ran acrossed a HUGE GILA MONSTER that I managed to break to ride. Who know's, I may bring the old girl out on the 1st for you all to see. Regarding the 1st I know of a Loop off of I-10 and Miller Road that is approx. 50 Miles of Intermediate Desert Riding. Fool/Speeedr mentioned some stuff out towards the White Tanks as well. I will post the exact directions after talking to them. WE WILL MEET AT 9AM IN THE WEST VALLEY NEAR THE WHITE TANKS ON THURSDAY THE 1ST OF JANUARY...MORE TO COME.




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[stacy]

Skidmark here, posting on Stacy's format: Have you all about had it with this "Happy Holiday Season"? (bored out of your head, disgusted with the relatives, and tired of watching the TV), if so set your riding sites on New Years Day. We are gonna ride!!! My tired old body is gonna give it one more go-round before heading home.:D Stacy will post staging area & time soon. This ride won't have the whoops, daredevil corners, or dizzying heights of the last two rides but it will be fun.;) Should be about 50 miles.
Skidmark [:o)]

[husky390]

O.K. I'm not a sure thing but I'm really gonna try to make it to this one. I may be suffering from the brown bottle flu so maybe I should ride in the back.[|)][xx(]:D

Gatorade and Aspirin will be my saviour!

Husky 390. Because big guys need big bikes.

[Paul400EX]

i'm probably down for this ride depending on where it is gonna be at. Also can someone carry a couple gallons of race gas for me? this is my first desert ride since i had this motor built so i have no idea how much gas i will use.

MX DFR, PEP, LC, LSR, SPARKS 416ex #22

Thanks to my sponsors:

Laker Custom
DFR
RPM

[drtigirl]

Are we there yet? The anticipatation is killing me........

[Fooll]

Is this going to be the river bottom???
How about Box Canyon West...Or the Hassyampa near Morristown on State road.... Just a thought.

2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
Fhttp://ridingarizona.com/forum/uploaded/fooll/img8.gifll

[stacy]

All,
We will be staging off I-10, Miller Rd. Exit 114 on the North Side at 9AM in the WEST VALLEY. I won't have my trailer this time, just the Gray Crew Cab Chevy. The trail is a 50 Mile Intermediate Loop with bueatiful sceneray. I topped off my stock Z400 and hit reserve just before reaching the staging area.

Roll Call
Woody
SkidMark
KimHuggs and Family
Fool
Speeedr?
Husky390
DrtiGirl
Biscuit-Ray?
Paul400EX (We will figure out the gas thing)

I will bring out NICKole so we can all take rides on her.


Woody

http://ridingarizona.com/forum/uploaded/stacy/20031231164732_P1010078.JPG

[Paul400EX]

ok cool, see you guys tomorrow at 9, headed out to the garage now to set the bike up for the ride tomorrow.


MX DFR, PEP, LC, LSR, SPARKS 416ex #22

Thanks to my sponsors:

Laker Custom
DFR
RPM

[Fooll]

See you ya whoos tomorrow................. Gitty up

2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
Fhttp://ridingarizona.com/forum/uploaded/fooll/img8.gifll

[Paul400EX]

anybody goin from the east valley? if not what's an estimated travel time from the 202 and gilbert road?


MX DFR, PEP, LC, LSR, SPARKS 416ex #22

Thanks to my sponsors:

Laker Custom
DFR
RPM

[Fooll]

Paul with no traffic it shouldn't be much more than an hour.

2002 Sportsman 500
2002 Magnum 325 2x4
Every Dog has His Day.
Get'em Sam....
Fhttp://ridingarizona.com/forum/uploaded/fooll/img8.gifll

[Paul400EX]

looks like a change of plans, I probably won't be there tomorrow, so don't wait for me. If I show i'll be there pre 9am, but if i'm not there don't wait up for me.

MX DFR, PEP, LC, LSR, SPARKS 416ex #22

Thanks to my sponsors:

Laker Custom
DFR
RPM

[Rich D]

If I can manage to get up early enough I'll make this one. RICH

2002 DS650
2001 Trailblazer

[kimhuggs1]

We are up and on our way!! :)

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* Kim * * 1996 Polaris Trail Boss * *
* * In the desert with a million stars all around * * *
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

[drtigirl]

me to. headed out the door in a few minutes.

[stacy]

Today we started with 13 and finished with 8. The Whuggs family had a chain pop off one of the dirt bikes and they turned back. NativeAZ met us at the staging area, but couldn't do the loop due to time constraints. The 8 who completed the ride were Stacy, SkidMark, Fool, Speeedr, RichD, DrtiGrl, DirtySanchez and Zamies.

The Photo's are posted in the Picture Area.

Woody

[drtigirl]

Really enjoyed riding with everybody today. Skidmark you where tearing it up out there! Whuggs family sorry you had techinical proublems again. We'll have to go ride again sometime.

Hope to see everybody again soon!

Kathie

[husky390]

I was there but showed up too late and couldn't find you guys. I ran into Native and he had a flat also. Nice riding area though. I'd like to head out there again and check it out some more. Glad to hear that everyone had a safe ride.

Husky 390. Because big guys need big bikes.

[dirtysanchez]

Fun ride all! Glad I was able to make there before you all took off!


DirtySanchez
'03 Yamaha FYZ450
'93 Yamaha Banshee (For sale)
'97 Yamaha Warrior (For sale)

[skidmark]

:):):):):):):):):)Great ride today, I met some new riders and reunited with the rest. We will have to do this trail again and maybe explore some more of the mines in the area. It sure warmed up toward the end. -- I think that small plane that flew over was lower than that hawk we saw later on the trail. This seems to be an active area but knowone seemed to venture that far from the parking lot.[?] -- husky: wish you could have hooked up with us, maybe next time.

Mark
2002 Rancher
2003 Rubicon
"Two more Advil and I think I can make it!"

[husky390]

My mom says I'm not supposed to ride alone so that's why I rode around in the parking lot. :D

Husky 390. Because big guys need big bikes.