Bastrds to Bald Mountain 7/19

We're going to Bald Mtn. this Sunday, 7/19. Please confirm if you're going. This trail has a few technical spots and because of the time it takes to spot eachother through, I would like to keep the number of trucks around 12 or less. This is NOT an Easy trail. A lift, bigger wheels, sliders and skids are all highly recommended and you'll likely be dragging your hitch. You may get through without some of these but you'll be risking some damage. Full size spare is required. Nerf bars or steps will almost definitely get smashed.

@joonbug
@831Tun
@GodlessPro
@sr5shark
@SIXSEVENONE
@SC_TRD w/Billy
@Rica25
@Kdogg77
@Sunnier

MAYBE
@Natron


RADIO - 147.560

The Dublin, Sac, and Santa Cruz groups will meet here.
Valero Gas Station in Madera, CA at 9am.
1502 E. Yosemite Ave., Madera CA
https://goo.gl/maps/jkjsAKsnTN9j1CKU9


For the guys coming from the south... @Rica25 @Kdogg77 @Sunnier @Natron ,
Meet at the trailhead at 10:30am
37.10130, -119.17004
https://goo.gl/maps/iZF1mHT3Hgzo745D7


DUBLIN Meet at 6:30am
2760 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568
https://goo.gl/maps/UsFsrYNRpZZYbZ1w9

We'll also decide on a few other meet points so we can caravan down together. We'll decide after we know who's going.

We will likely start the trail at around 11am. Be there by 10:30!! Please don’t be late.

Bring your own drinks, snacks and lunches. We will have lunch at the Peak, but that likely won't be until late afternoon, so plan accordingly.

You'll also need a radio. If you don't have one, let me know and one of the guys can probably lend you one.

 

Count me in @joonbug, confirming I will be there Sunday.

 

I'm in. Looking forward to it. Thank you @joonbug.

 

I’ll b there @joonbug

 

I'm in as well.....i will be the only loaner with the FJ.....lol

 

I’m definitely in now!



let’s just keep this family friendly though!

 

I won’t be able to make it leaving that day for a trip with my dad. Thanks for the invite, I’ll be there on the next run!

 

The governor just shut down again. Not sure if this effects anything just fyi

 

Have to look into it

 

We'll see what happens this week. Only thing I can really see happening is them closing down the trail. But I don't think that'll happen unless another Shelter In Place order is made. As of now it only looks like indoor businesses are being shutdown.

 

I'm in

 

Gonna be a little sketchy with 20s.

 

I am working on a solution before Sunday. I see a ton of trucks with 20’s on trails, mud, rocks...what’s the difference with this one? I have been talking with Joon and he said the same.

 

I understand the basics, not being able to air down, less sidewall to a 20”...

 

I won't make it on that day , I'll be out of town. Have fun guys

 

Yep. Need to drive much more cautiously and more slowly. There may be a lot of 20s on the trails these days, doesn't mean they know what they're doing and it's certainly not the best choice for off road adventuring. Bald has a lot of harsh, sharp edged pot holes and ledges. Doesn't mean it can't be done with 20s just exponentially increases the chance of a flat tire. I would keep my tools/jack close at hand and not buried beneath a bunch of stuff. Haha, heck I keep 'em close at hand anyhow. I hate it when I get a flat and I've got everyone standing around waiting for me in the hot sun.

 

Understand completely. I am working on picking up some 18’s with 35’s before Sunday. Thanks for the response.

 

@Sunnier might be driving up for this.

 

@Natron are you in?

 

She's a trooper

 

The 4 of us will meet in Dublin at 6:30am. I updated first post with the meet spot.

@joonbug
@sr5shark
@Shelbie67
@SIXSEVENONE

Warren and Colin will meet up in Santa Cruz and meet us in Madera at 9am. Same with Matt.

@Trdwillie14 are you going to meet up with the SC guys or come to Dublin?

@Natron confirmation you're coming?

@Rica25 and @Kdogg77 will come together and meet us at the Trailhead at 10:30am. Same with @Sunnier

 

I’ll be going with @SC_TRD group

 

@831Tun I was planning on Meeting @Trdwillie14 in Los Gatos at 6:45. Can meet you in SC or there, we can text and figure it out. @Team Leader @joonbug just to make things clear, Billy is going to be joining in my truck this trip. So 1 less truck on the trail than you were planning for if anyone is on the Pending list.

 

@Kdogg77 and myself and hopefully @Sunnier are trying to meet somewhere of the 99 North and 43 but we will talk about it later

 

@joonbug hi sorry for the late response. Got my fronts last week but I’m still waiting on a rear end so running stock for a little while longer. Sounds like this ones a bit above my abilities for now but shouldn’t be much longer .
Have fun guys! And keep me in mind for the next one

 

@Sunnier @831Tun and I are going up on Saturday and camping. So we’ll meet you guys at the trailhead on Sunday morning.

Anyone want to camp with us, let me know.

We might not have cell service so here’s a final review of the game plan.

@Kdogg77 and @Rica25 we’ll see you there at the trailhead at 10:30.

@SIXSEVENONE and @sr5shark meet at Dublin.

Then meet up with @GodlessPro and @SC_TRD in Madera at 9am.

first post has all the meet spots and times and has the radio channel we’ll be using. The times are the times you guys have to leave by so get there a little early. If one person is late, we’re all waiting.

and everyone please bring a mask.

 

Thanks Joon! All sounds good!