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hey there yall, I'm looking to make a trip to Monache meadows but I'm not sure the best route. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks!

I’m at 2.8 width. They’re wide, but they’re fun.

He loves that bike, super happy with it and no complaints. Well, one complaint, his son always wants to jack it from him

His wife works at a bike shop, so he’s been able to borrow a demo bike while his son rides the Tallboy. In that pic he was actually just outside the frame riding a demo Orbea. He’s patiently waiting for a certain Trek EX to go on sale to grab that and let his son have his Tallboy.

 

Hey Matt, I’m pretty sure this guys posts some good coordinates! Hope it helps! Make sure to watch out for all the pacific crest trail hikers up there https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BI_JzOWxvYQ&feature=share
https://www.socaloverland.com/home/monache-meadow-trail

 

Thank you!
I did notice the trail runs in through there.

 

You’re welcome, don’t forget to post some pics!

 

@Marty McFly saw your son in the paper today,hope things get cleared up.

 

Damn kid can’t stay out of trouble.

 

Aww, my godson’s in the papers again- so proud!

And another plus: cholesterol may cure cancer! About to barbecue up a heap o’ shrimp as a preventive measure.

 

Yesterday, I went exploring on Otay Mountain. Was hoping it was a closer-to-home version of Cleghorn with obstacles to please all skill levels. Not so much: mostly a series of interconnected fire roads, with just a couple of places to play. But it afforded what we needed: an opportunity for a complete novice to experiment with identifying and following a line through a series of deep ruts— first on level ground, then up a fairly steep incline... and back down. Outdoors all day = never a waste of time!

And, because every off-road trip seems to include one rescue (and I like when it’s not me), we stopped to rescue a Ford:

They’d pulled to the side of the road to let oncoming traffic pass, then started out again without noticing their bald tire was resting against the leading edge of this:

The guys said they’d been there 2+ hours, and been passed my multiple vehicles, before we stopped to help out. TBF, by the time I saw them, I saw the hood open, a single able-bodied guy with no shirt on... and feared a red-neck ambush.

As soon as we stopped, another guy in a Jeep stopped. Weird world we live in. Can’t commit to getting involved unless someone else does so first. Not like when I was growing up. I can’t imagine passing by someone broke down in back country without checking in.

 

SC Bronson here . Relatively new

 

Also for you Nor Cal peeps, I’m up in SF now for a bit and looking to camp this weekend with some friends. I believe once drives an outback and one drives a XC90. Obviously I’m the only one with a rig rig.

Looking to do some primitive camping along the Russian river? They all camp in ground tents but I need my truck to camp. Any ideas? Anyone know any spots. Or other spots by water that you can swim and float in? Tryna hang in bathing suits and drink beer for a day or two. Much appreciated.

 

Hey, Zach! The Bastrds check our Shenanigans thread pretty regularly, but to reach a wider audience up north, I want to make sure you know about these threads as well. Prior to C-19 setbacks, all were pretty well attended:
https://www.tundras.com/threads/norcal-offroading.15932/

https://www.tundras.com/threads/norcal-spotted-and-bs-thread.19356/

 

Sunny kicked me out and now I have made similar posts in two other threads that I can’t remember if I’ve posted in before...

 

As long as there are photos involved it’s all good

 

nice SC ! a classic.

 

love it. Came from a trek remedy and a specialized enduro before that. I outgrew the remedy and turned it into a Franken bike and sold it after I graduated before I had to drive cross country home. Finally got a proper bike that I don’t need to mod much.

 

I'm looking at the 2021 hightower myself..need to win the lottery first..haha

 

SoCal homies need some ideas please. I’m looking for a place that has a nice stream that the kids can get in to? I looked up
Lytle creek and came across Applewhite picnic area. Any other places you guys might recommend? Looking for something not to far of a walk as I’m trying to take the in-laws also and well they are older already so trying to keep it close by. Also I’m willing to take a drive so thats not an an issue. I’m not trying to take your secret spot but just want some ideas. PM if that works better

 

How far are you willing to drive?

 

3-4 max for a day trip. If cabins are available then more. I looked up all the eastern sierras already and everything is booked tho. So send me the right way lol

 

Yea everything is booked right now. Have you tried convict lake?

 

Maybe forest falls. I think you can get in the water but I have no idea. It’s by Redlands/ Mentone area.

I was at Lyle Creek on Sunday. It was crazy packed with people. I’d avoid the creek over there.

 

Thanks. Did u go to that picnic area or somewhere along the creek?

 

Yes I looked but I’ll double check

 

no I drove thru the area past the creek. My buddy told me Saturday was even worse.

 

Ok thank you.

 

It was jammed packed a week ago. I would avoid it right now. No parking whatsoever.

 

I’m heading out there on a Sunday thru Wednesday so I’m hoping crowds will be minimal

 

convict lake is popular because it's easy to get in and right before Mammoth. Plenty of other lakes around for you to go though