Last Minute Run--Chiva Falls Sat 9/23 '06

[ShottsCruisers]

It's been THREE WEEKS without a trail run. I think I'm :mad: :violent-smiley-031: :peepwall: :xxrotflma :littlefriend:

OK...I need a run. Chiva Falls is it. We're gonna run to the Falls and back. We'll go alone or with a thousand. We gotta run! We're bringing the 100-series Cruiser, "Roklimo", so we can glide over the rocks. Spilling Starbucks isn't cheap!

MEETING TIME: 9:30 AM (in case some Phoenicians drive down...come on...you know you wanna)

MEETING PLACE: McDonalds at the Reddington Road turnoff (just as Tanque Verde Road ends)(more detail if needed)

TRIP DURATION: 4-5 hours

TRIP DIFFICULTY: 3.0 with harder choices if desired

BRUSH: Little

On our way out of the Falls, time permitting, some can opt to climb the wild hill that goes to above the Falls and return. We'll not drive all the way to "above the Falls". Just up the hill and down which is a challenge all it's own.

Open to all rigs. Come on out and see the green!

[goodtimes]

Dude....uh.....so, uh.....yea.

Nothing like planning ahead is there?

:wavey:



It's just too bad when you quote a post, it doesn't include the title of the thread....'cause now when John sees what he did and changes it, my post won't make sense anymore.

[Lonnie]

John looks like Helen and I should be able to make that one, both jeeps. See you at McD's.

Lonnie

[flyingwil]

TRIP DIFFICULTY: 3.0 with harder choices if desired


Sounds like fun! I will check with Wen and see if we have anything planned... We'll keep you posted.

[ShottsCruisers]

Dude....uh.....so, uh.....yea.

Nothing like planning ahead is there?

:wavey:



It's just too bad when you quote a post, it doesn't include the title of the thread....'cause now when John sees what he did and changes it, my post won't make sense anymore.

:smilies27 What in the world did I miss? I don't understand your post. Help! did I screw up or something?

[ShottsCruisers]

Dude....uh.....so, uh.....yea.

Nothing like planning ahead is there?

:wavey:



It's just too bad when you quote a post, it doesn't include the title of the thread....'cause now when John sees what he did and changes it, my post won't make sense anymore.

OH! OH!

9/23

THANKS! I don't know how to change the title line though? :D

[BajaTaco]

OH! OH!

9/23

THANKS! I don't know how to change the title line though? :D

Done :) Sorry Goodtimes :p

[Chris85710]

We went up to Chiva falls last night(9/18) to pull a stuck Jeep out.

It was so nice to get in the jeep after a day of work and hit the trail.

Got everyone out OK, Brakes went out on the Jeep after the line snagged on a rock, then the Jeep got tipsy on a hill.

Chiva falls is one of my all time favorite trails.

[erin]

That stuck jeep didn't happen to be there pulling a stuck Dodge p.u., did it?

[Chris85710]

That stuck jeep didn't happen to be there pulling a stuck Dodge p.u., did it?

Nope, this guy and his girlfriend went up to Chiva alone and lost his brakes then got sideways on the hill coming out of Chiva falls.

They called the Tucson Rough Riders recovery line :)
and we went and pulled them out.
i was amazed they had cell reception at Chiva falls.

http://www.tucsonroughriders.com/Rescue%20Response.htm

[goodtimes]

There is quite a bit of cell coverage up there. I have made more than one mid-week phone call from that area to taunt buddies who are stuck at work. :sombrero:

[flyingwil]

Sounds like fun! I will check with Wen and see if we have anything planned... We'll keep you posted.


Yup! Wen and I will be there!

[AZ_Husker]

I'd like to make it to this run but I have two questions for you all. What is a 3.0 trail for you guys and what would you consider the minimum vehicle requirements? Thanks.:beer:

[flyingwil]

I am going to need some directions to the McDonalds at the Reddington Road turnoff.

Since my mount caught fire, I do not have a GPS at this time...

[Signcutter21]

Way Cool, too bad it's last minute. Chiva is a fun trail. Done it 2 or 3 times in my Libby. With all the rain this year the creek should make for a fun crossing, but worth it because there will probably be lots of water at the falls. Husker, not sure how much clearance you have underneath, but you can measure up against mine. I hit the skids quite a few times. Some good spotting and you shouldn't have to many problems. Have a great trip.
Mike

Wil, Here's what I got off Mapquest for the Mickey Ds at Tanque Verde and Grant. That's the one I think that's the closest to Reddington Road.

7: Merge onto I-10 E via the exit on the LEFT toward GLOBE / TUCSON. 107.1 miles Map

8: Take EXIT 256 toward GRANT RD. 0.3 miles Map

9: Stay STRAIGHT to go onto N FREEWAY RD. <0.1 miles Map

10: Turn LEFT onto W GRANT RD. 8.4 miles Map

11: Turn LEFT onto E TANQUE VERDE RD. 3.2 miles Map

12: End at Mc Donald's

[FlyingWen]

Do you guys think this would be a tough ride for dogs? We are trying to decided to bring our 2 with us. Any opinions?

[Lonnie]

John I think we need to clarify which McD's we are meeting at. I just thought it was the one at Tanque Verde and Catalina Hwy/road to mount Lemon. Some are thinking its the one at Grant and Tanque Verde.
Please verify which one.
Thanks

Lonnie

[goodtimes]

Do you guys think this would be a tough ride for dogs? We are trying to decided to bring our 2 with us. Any opinions?

I take Cherokee out there all the time (well, whenever I go). The worst part of it is the cattle guards. Cherokee didn't quite make it over one once, and hurt herself (she's good at that), so now she doesn't like 'em at all....so I gotta stop and carry her across them.

As for the 3.0 rating.........lets just say that we took a stock '85 toyota pickup through there, and were almost to the last big downhill section leading down to the falls....before we figured out that the toyota had a frozen hub....so he did the whole trail (sans the last hill) in 2wd. Unless it has severly washed out in the last couple months, it is a stock friendly trail (but will keep the driver of that stock vehicle on his/her toes). There are quite a few optional lines to keep it "fun" for those so inclined.

[FlyingWen]

I take Cherokee out there all the time (well, whenever I go).

I remember Cherokee. Awesome Dog! With that being said, there is a HUGE difference between her and my dogs. Mine are older, kinda out of shape, and Wil spoils them :hehe: They are great and well behaved tho.

I just don't want their heads bouncing all over the place

[MaddBaggins]

I live very close to there, so I go frequently. I see stock Suzuki Sammies out there all the time. Pick your line and you will be fine.
The creek is pretty shallow by now. It hasn't rained much in 2 weeks so the water has mostly drained out of the area. It's been a month since I last went (busy modding the rig and the house) and the falls weren't running hard then.

I love that trail for its convenience for me. I can be on the dirt in 15 minutes and shifting to low in another 15. :ylsmoke:

I won't be joining you though, I'm still only 1/2 done with my gear swap on the rig.

[goodtimes]

The first mile ~mile and a half are on the "bumpy" side. Not really difficult...but lots of small stuff in the trail (8 - 10" tall). Cherokee hates riding in the jeep for that part of the trail. Speeds are generally pretty slow. After that, the trail smooths out quite a bit, higher speeds are normal, but the ride is much smoother. As you approach the falls, it gets rougher again, so speed drops off a bit.

If Cherokee had to ride in the jeep the whole time, I don't think I'd take her. But that said....she REALLY doesn't like riding in the jeep off road. She wedges her butt into a corner and stares at me like I am torturing her.

[ShottsCruisers]

John I think we need to clarify which McD's we are meeting at. I just thought it was the one at Tanque Verde and Catalina Hwy/road to mount Lemon. Some are thinking its the one at Grant and Tanque Verde.
Please verify which one.
Thanks

Lonnie

Yes...good idea. It's at the "V" at Tanque Verde and Catalina Highway. It's here that Reddington Road begins. You take the right fork (the more straight road) and McDonalds is there JUST past the light in the shopping center.

Usually we meet at the last CirlceK on Reddington Road, though they don't let folks use the bathrooms. I figured that might be tough for traveling Phoenicians. :yikes:

[ShottsCruisers]

I'd like to make it to this run but I have two questions for you all. What is a 3.0 trail for you guys and what would you consider the minimum vehicle requirements? Thanks.:beer:

Most stock vehicles can run the trail to the wash without a problem. From the wash to the Falls one could use more ground clearance. Whatcha got?

[AZ_Husker]

Shotts,
Thought I'd take my Trooper out for some exercise. :smiley_drive: Stock with 265's and rear LSD.

[goodtimes]

Yes...good idea. It's at the "V" at Tanque Verde and Catalina Highway. It's here that Reddington Road begins. You take the right fork (the more straight road) and McDonalds is there JUST past the light in the shopping center.

To further clarify (or confuse)....the McD in question is on the North East corner of the intersection. Drive past the stop light at Catalina HWY (do not turn left here!!!!). McD is on the left 50 yards after the stop light.

Anyone up for breakfast before the trail (not at mcdonalds)?

[flyingwil]

Wil, Here's what I got off Mapquest for the Mickey Ds at Tanque Verde and Grant. That's the one I think that's the closest to Reddington Road.

7: Merge onto I-10 E via the exit on the LEFT toward GLOBE / TUCSON. 107.1 miles Map

8: Take EXIT 256 toward GRANT RD. 0.3 miles Map

9: Stay STRAIGHT to go onto N FREEWAY RD. <0.1 miles Map

10: Turn LEFT onto W GRANT RD. 8.4 miles Map

11: Turn LEFT onto E TANQUE VERDE RD. 3.2 miles Map

12: End at Mc Donald's


Thanks.... See you other guys there:exclaim:

[ShottsCruisers]

Shotts,
Thought I'd take my Trooper out for some exercise. :smiley_drive: Stock with 265's and rear LSD.

Excellent. We'll all goober over your rear articulation! :Wow1:

[ShottsCruisers]

Thanks.... See you other guys there:exclaim:

You can always give me a ring on my cell! 520-975-1723 See ya!

[goodtimes]

Well, here we go. Not only does the whole world know John's phone number....


520-975-1723


...we also know what he looks like when he has a leather seat sucked up his :yikes: .

:victory: