Grand Mesa, CO and Moab, UT (9/20-10/1)

[Scott Brady]

I leave tomorrow for a 10 day adventure into the Grand Mesa of Colorado and Moab Utah.

I will try to post pictures as much as possible along with trip reports.

[gjackson]

Super cool. See you in Moab!

cheers

[18seeds]

Nice please post weather reports also. I'm going to Moab the weekend after you get back

[Redback]

Sounds good, have fun, i'll be looking forward to the pics:campfire:

Baz.

[Scott Brady]

I am out of the mountains for a little bit. Grand Mesa was spectacular. Colorado must be one of the most beautiful places in the world.

I did freeze my buns off though, as it got into the low teens at night and lots of snow. I will post pictures soon.

Off to Moab, the white rim and more adventure.

[Mlachica]

Sounds fun, I look forward to pictures!

[BajaTaco]

I am out of the mountains for a little bit. Grand Mesa was spectacular. Colorado must be one of the most beautiful places in the world.

I did freeze my buns off though, as it got into the low teens at night and lots of snow. I will post pictures soon.

Off to Moab, the white rim and more adventure.

Sounds like good arctic training :D

[FJ Cruiser]

That part of the country is so beautiful - pics please!

[seth_js]

Sounds like good arctic training :D

Is that still on?

[BajaTaco]

Is that still on?

Definitely

[FourByLand]

Good luck Scott and dont forget pics!

[Scott Brady]

The White Rim Trail was spectacular. So beautiful!

I will try to post some pictures tomorrow.

[Redback]

The White Rim Trail was spectacular. So beautiful!

I will try to post some pictures tomorrow.

Oh bugger i won't be here tomorrow, going north to a mates wedding in Queensland, and taking the scenic route:wavey:

Baz.

[Scott Brady]

A few teasers :)

[flyingwil]

:drool: :drool: :drool:


Awesome Pictures! Can't wait to see and hear more of the trip!

[kcowyo]

Good training for where you're going! (http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=3530&d=1159499366)

:lurk:

[Scott Brady]

A few more.

White Rim and Seven Mile Rim in Moab area.

Great trails and BEAUTIFUL!

[flyingwil]

I love the PINK mud on the "B*tchin' LR Defender 110" :exclaim:

[BajaTaco]

NICE photos Scott.

Did you by any chance do wipeout hill when you were at 7-mile?

LOL - looks a little chilly in that first pic.

[Mlachica]

wow, absolutely beautiful.

And talk about frigid! What kind of sleeping bag do use?

[gjackson]

I love the PINK mud on the "B*tchin' LR Defender 110"

HEY! I'm comfortable enough to ride with pink mud! Especially given where I got it! :smiley_drive:

cheers

[desertgirl66]

Scott,

Those pixs are soooo beautiful! I love Utah and that part of Colorado. If I was an imature sort of person--I would say I am insanely jealous :eek:r

Someday I would love to live in the gorgeous sandstone country of Utah--

Can't wait to hear about the trip and the Earth Roamers!

[Scott Brady]

And talk about frigid! What kind of sleeping bag do use?

Well, I used THREE! It was quite cold, and will a biting wind. In the morning, it was in the 16 degree range.

I had a Cocoon fleece liner, my hostel bag (which I always leave in the truck) and my 20 degree Everest down bag. I used them like a comforter though, which explains the need for all three. It was chilly

[Scott Brady]

The trip was great.

EarthRoamer Rally: A blast, combined with very interesting and well traveled clients. EarthRoamer as a company is something to aspire to, with dedicated employees and a high quality product. It was impressive to watch 7 ton trucks work through deep snow, mud and rocks.

There will be an article in Off-Road on this

White Rim Trail: I met up with Graham, Connie and Josh in Moab (they had just returned from Hole in the Rock) and we set out from Moab to my favorite campsite in the area. We woke to beautiful colors and warming temps.

Then, we drove most of the trail to Taylor Camp and another incredible vista. This trail always leaves me in awe.

LRNR: The Land Rover event was very cool, with a great group of members. I am always impressed by the diversity and experiences of LR owners. Super cool rigs and lots of diesel "buzz", including a company that is bringing in 300 TDI conversions for Disco's.

This will also be in Off-Road

[Mlachica]

Always great articles, I look forward to reading them. I just have a hard time finding OR mag.

I think because of your pics I'm gonna push the white rim trail higher on the priority list and do it ASAP!


Well, I used THREE! It was quite cold, and will a biting wind. In the morning, it was in the 16 degree range.

I had a Cocoon fleece liner, my hostel bag (which I always leave in the truck) and my 20 degree Everest down bag. I used them like a comforter though, which explains the need for all three. It was chilly

16 degrees - a little taste of your arctic trip?

I found you don't get the full effect of the eezi awn unless you sprawl about. I feel like the mummy bags rob you of luxury in there.

How well does the tent bottom (wood/mattress) fair in that cold of a climate?

[viter]

more snow pictures and a story, PLEASE!
I miss snow! ;)