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21 hours ago, Mr.BlueSky said:
The Rivian did really well. Granted, the most technical bit was the last bit down to the lake. (Sparsely scattered small boulders).
Really nothing of a challenge at all. The R1T had plenty of ground clearance and almost double that of Snowflake's-diff-to-ground.
Trip from Truckee to White Rock takes about 45-60 minutes depending on how fast you take the washboards.
We entered from Truckee and exited through Bowman, with the regenerative braking, Dan only consumed 7% of the pack capacity. In contrast, Snowflake sucked down 25% of a tank of fuel. So the Classic was once again more range limited than an EV.
That's awesome. Maybe you'll see them on the Rubicon this week too! https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a44851577/rivian-r1s-rubicon-trail/
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Nice! How's that Rivian? We weren't able to make it but I was curious what the approximate travel time is from town of Truckee to hitting the lake?
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16 minutes ago, Elherbinator said:
That’s a good point. I’m sure Miles and the subcommittee appreciate the criticisms at this point of the trip. Thanks Bud!
Jesus Christ you’re always on the defensive. I know Miles and the rest will not at all take my congratulations on an epic run and a suggestion on future planning as criticism. These trips take a ton of time and energy to plan and it’s a thankless job as all volunteers to pull them together.
That being said, offering up some input on future planning in no way minimizes their efforts so don’t speak for them mmm k? Thanks Bud.
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Looks like another epic run! Hate to have missed it. Given the time commitment of these trips along with many of us that want to join have younger families, hopefully for the ‘24 Roverland, the dates can be locked in sooner? Just a hint for the Overland Subcommittee. Longer range planning could help us all out as the miles and remoteness is a whole different experience than rock crawling for a day or two.
- yokrieger and Mr.BlueSky
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Looks like a solid good time! That snow is sticking around for a bit isn't it.
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Thanks Miles. I appreciate that info. The timing and distances are just working against me. Bummed but I hope to make another one some day.
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1 hour ago, SplurGn said:
This might be a possibility for me - however - are there possibilities of cutting out early - in case of scheduling conflicts? (Is it easy to get back to a main road?)
On a similar note, what is the realistic assessment of joining up several days late? I’d love to make it but will be on a family vacation. I could possibly be able to meet up on the 27th or 28th if the group is in a reachable area then.
- SDS and Mr.BlueSky
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14 hours ago, El Chapomint said:
I did have to move it back a weekend.
@Mr.BlueSky can you help update the calendar.
Ah bummed. Hope y'all have a good trip.
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Eric I was being facetious about the cost and Diablo. Not everything needs to be labeled a radical left wing issue. I would HARDLY characterize PG&E as such.
But I also think that, as you know, CA does a pretty horrible job of maintaining infrastructure. And this is a utility we’re talking about. My point is that we should all recognize nothing lasts forever and that things change. And that’s ok. Everything is ok.
But also, I support the club. And I enjoy the trips. Simply because we may not agree on damn issues shouldn’t mean you are going to personally hope I don’t attend given my ambivalence about something you’re passionate about. We likely have many more things in common. 👍🏼
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Flame away but it was an artificial lake to begin with. The infrastructure is ancient and PG&E is probably doing the math and realizing there’s no ROI. After all, they need to save their pennies to keep Diablo Canyon operating. 🫣
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Did the dates change? On the calendar it's listed for the 13th! Shoot I can't make 5.20.
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Actually I went back and watched some of the Youtube vids of people removing the piece to fix the actuator release. From what I can see, it looks like it's all one piece, integrated into the various plastic surround. See here and here:
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Hey Don, any chance you've had time to explore this further? I've just returned from Joshua Tree and Palm Desert and paid close attention to how frequently my family uses the tailgate (one of the reasons I buy LRs, seriously!) and it was often! Many sandos and little boys sitting on there enjoying goldfish and PB&Js!
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Let me know your thoughts on basically copying your post over to the LR4 forum Don. I’d be happy to track how that washes out.
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Hey Don. I’d definitely be interested. Probably should post over on the LR4 forum to get a broader sense of interest since there’s only a few of us in the club:
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42 minutes ago, SLOHybrid said:
CRYA A few of us have planned to do this next month 8/9/10th you are welcome to join.
Ah thanks, much appreciated but that weekend is booked. Sigh...
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Dang you guys scored perfect weather. Beautiful pics. Anyone have a .gpx they can share for the trip? I'd love to run this with the family when weather is cooperating.
- PaulD and Mr.BlueSky
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Yep, good call team. Truly generational snow up in the Sierra this year.
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10 hours ago, SDS said:
I am excited about the trip. Will fill out the poll in a few weeks, when my summer schedule is better defined.
Hope to come with the family this time.
My problem too. I already have conflicts every one of these weekends
TBD if I can change anything around.
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🤯you weren’t kidding about mileage!
You guys anticipate one day drive to trailhead or two?
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4 hours ago, SLOHybrid said:
SO no dmv referee involved in this transplant? if so should be straight forward if not good luck! you can't even upgrade an ECU in this state anymore yet alone do a transplant.
I was curious too but didn’t say anything. My ‘87 Westy got a transplant and had to go through the whole smog ref thing in order to stay CA registered.
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Gauging Interest: Mojave Road 12/29--> 1/1/24
in NCLR Scheduled Trips and Event Information
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Awesome!