This was a last minute trip after being out of town for the last 2 weeks. Sorry for no heads up on this one. Hope to organize more runs here soon.
I can honestly say, days like today are why we live in Arizona. It was sunny and a perfect temperature. We had an absolute blast with 8 other Broncos today on Forest Trail 11. We met at the trailhead at 10 am and quickly aired down. By 10:15, 7 Broncos were heading out on the trail. Before we turned off the main road onto trail 11, we heard on the radio of another Bronco coming up to us. We pulled over and were joined by another Bronco.
Now our herd had grown to 8 Broncos. Heading down the trail you could see where the rain had done some damage to the trail. Luckily we were able to navigate around the washouts.
After navigating around a couple rough spots on the road we reached the bottom of the hill and entered the wash and proceeded downstream. Shortly after entering the wash we spotted a water tank and windmill so we turned off the route to investigate and take the obligatory photos.
Again we headed back downstream in the creek bed. Approaching a rock obstacle you could see that there was tire tracks going around it to the left. Stopping to investigate, we quickly determined that going over the rock ledge wasn't in the best interest of rear bumper or our shorts for that matter.
Once everyone was around safely we took the opportunity to show the others how capable these rigs are. SeeMore attempted to climb the ledge in several spots. Realizing that the breakover was a little to much SeeMore backed down and did a more prudent climb up the right side of the obstacle.
About another mile down the trail there was a giant rock outcropping just begging to be driven over by the mighty Bronco herd. This was a perfect opportunity to try your hand at climbing a steep obstacle with little fear of damage. The incline was still a impressive 25° going up and 20° going down the other side.
Once everyone got a turn at the climb and descend we had them take their Broncos on the sidehill and it was an intimidating 18° which may not sound like much, until your the one in the drivers or passengers seat. As we were just finishing up, along came Thomas. We showed him what we were doing and had him try the obstacle as well.
Now that everyone was done practicing we continued on our way down the trail. Stopping for a few more photo ops along the way, Kari certainly got her workout today.
Back at the highway we pulled over to begin the process of airing up our tires. Mark and Jennie said they hadn't had enough and were going to take the trail backwards. They asked if anyone else wanted to join them. Most had obligations back in town but Thomas decided to join them.
We bid our farewells to everyone and wished those going back on the trail safe travels. Heading home was uneventful and we were quickly back home.
I can honestly say, days like today are why we live in Arizona. It was sunny and a perfect temperature. We had an absolute blast with 8 other Broncos today on Forest Trail 11. We met at the trailhead at 10 am and quickly aired down. By 10:15, 7 Broncos were heading out on the trail. Before we turned off the main road onto trail 11, we heard on the radio of another Bronco coming up to us. We pulled over and were joined by another Bronco.
Now our herd had grown to 8 Broncos. Heading down the trail you could see where the rain had done some damage to the trail. Luckily we were able to navigate around the washouts.
After navigating around a couple rough spots on the road we reached the bottom of the hill and entered the wash and proceeded downstream. Shortly after entering the wash we spotted a water tank and windmill so we turned off the route to investigate and take the obligatory photos.
Again we headed back downstream in the creek bed. Approaching a rock obstacle you could see that there was tire tracks going around it to the left. Stopping to investigate, we quickly determined that going over the rock ledge wasn't in the best interest of rear bumper or our shorts for that matter.
Once everyone was around safely we took the opportunity to show the others how capable these rigs are. SeeMore attempted to climb the ledge in several spots. Realizing that the breakover was a little to much SeeMore backed down and did a more prudent climb up the right side of the obstacle.
About another mile down the trail there was a giant rock outcropping just begging to be driven over by the mighty Bronco herd. This was a perfect opportunity to try your hand at climbing a steep obstacle with little fear of damage. The incline was still a impressive 25° going up and 20° going down the other side.
Once everyone got a turn at the climb and descend we had them take their Broncos on the sidehill and it was an intimidating 18° which may not sound like much, until your the one in the drivers or passengers seat. As we were just finishing up, along came Thomas. We showed him what we were doing and had him try the obstacle as well.
Now that everyone was done practicing we continued on our way down the trail. Stopping for a few more photo ops along the way, Kari certainly got her workout today.
Back at the highway we pulled over to begin the process of airing up our tires. Mark and Jennie said they hadn't had enough and were going to take the trail backwards. They asked if anyone else wanted to join them. Most had obligations back in town but Thomas decided to join them.
We bid our farewells to everyone and wished those going back on the trail safe travels. Heading home was uneventful and we were quickly back home.
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