norcaljoe Posted June 1, 2005 Share Posted June 1, 2005 Just a quick question going out all the California people. Has anyone tackled the rubicon trail or the fourdyce trail in northern california in there Pathys? If so how did it go what kind of setup do you have? Just enquiring because a bunch of friends are planning a trip and i'm not sure if my pathy will make it through alive. I've heard some pretty good horror stories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted June 1, 2005 Share Posted June 1, 2005 Go here for a description of Pathys on the trail: Link Let us know how you do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 I have hit the "Con" ....but not yet in a Pathy. I did it in my Jeep..or ..most of it....ran outta daylight. It has some knarly parts.. depending on how equipped your Pathy is is to how good your survival rate is. good luck! post pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick1716 Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 (edited) i think xplorx4 has done the rubicon...cant remember chck his site Edited June 2, 2005 by nick1716 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dank Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 i think xplorx4 has done the rubicon...cant remember chck his site Yeah he has, along with an Xterra too. http://www.xplorx4.com His page has pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezzy Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 i think xplorx4 has done the rubicon...cant remember chck his site Yeah he has, along with an Xterra too. http://www.xplorx4.com His page has pics. awesome site & pics btw. *jealous* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norcaljoe Posted June 2, 2005 Author Share Posted June 2, 2005 Well from looking at xplorx4 pics and some others I don't think i'll be able to make the trip this time but maybe next time. I really need some rock sliders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 I dunno bout the Rubicon.. he!!..I'll be glad when my 31's stop rubbin on the fenders! Must........grab......sawzall.....and..........cut........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaritimeMan Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 Rubicon = Rock sliders. Period Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 Rubicon = Rock sliders. Period Agreed. They are a MUST..unless you are a glutten for exstensive damage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norcaljoe Posted June 3, 2005 Author Share Posted June 3, 2005 Ok so rock sliders are a must, and a winch is probably an excellent idea. Does anyone think it can be done with 31x10.5 tires or are 33's going to be mandatory? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaritimeMan Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 It really depends. How much of the rubicon do you want to do? There are plenty of trails in the park, and all are varying difficulty. I'd suggest looking at maps, they are usualy lined out with difficulty levels. Some parts can be handled easily by mere stock vehicles, even (gag) heeps, and then there are parts that can only be done by rock crawling buggies. A set of 33's would make life easier, but 31's can handle a fair chunk of the place. Mainly, how good are you at driving her? 31's or 33's don't mean squat if you can't figure out approach, how far you can lean her, etc, etc, etc. I'm not trying to scare you off, as it is a fun place from everything I've heard, but as in all wheelin trips, the difference between a good one and a horrible experience depends on your preperation. M.M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dank Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 It really depends. How much of the rubicon do you want to do? There are plenty of trails in the park, and all are varying difficulty. I'd suggest looking at maps, they are usualy lined out with difficulty levels. Some parts can be handled easily by mere stock vehicles, even (gag) heeps, and then there are parts that can only be done by rock crawling buggies. A set of 33's would make life easier, but 31's can handle a fair chunk of the place. Mainly, how good are you at driving her? 31's or 33's don't mean squat if you can't figure out approach, how far you can lean her, etc, etc, etc. I'm not trying to scare you off, as it is a fun place from everything I've heard, but as in all wheelin trips, the difference between a good one and a horrible experience depends on your preperation. M.M. Good posting!!! Tire size is important but the consensus I've read is that lockers are a must. 33's would be nice but don't forget about skid plates and undercarriage armor along with the sliders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted June 4, 2005 Share Posted June 4, 2005 winch is great idea.. and 2 spare tires..hi lift of course.. and lockers a must. I had 33's on my Jeep.. so a Pathy on 31's would probably manage just as well.... as MM said.. you can have all the equipment.. but if the skill's not there.. it don't eman squat. If you know your Pathy.. you'll have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Pickles Posted June 4, 2005 Share Posted June 4, 2005 I do believe somebody left out... a camera! I haven't done the Rubicon, but from what I've heard a decently equiped rig should be able to get through bypassing stuff they can't handle. Don't forget some common sense and a decent assortment of tools and duct tape, and you should be ok for the most part. But that's just common trail sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norcaljoe Posted June 5, 2005 Author Share Posted June 5, 2005 Well I decided to skip the rubicon this time around and went for something a little easier. The high lakes east of sterling city for you NorCal people that have heard of it. Let me tell you bald tires and snow are a definate nono. Beautifull country though. Pics coming soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaritimeMan Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 Cool sounds like fun, we want pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harbinger Posted June 6, 2005 Share Posted June 6, 2005 I had 33's on my Jeep.. so a Pathy on 31's would probably manage just as well.... Never have more true words been spoken.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norcaljoe Posted June 8, 2005 Author Share Posted June 8, 2005 Ok as promised here are some pics of the trip to the high lakes. If anyone has any problems getting to the pics let me know. I have not used yahoo briefcase before so I'm not sure if i did everything right. High lakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 :cool2: Snow and bald tires eh? :eek: Looked like fun! (did you straighten out your front license plate?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick1716 Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 wow that lake would be sweet to wakeboard on! looks like you had fun out there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norcaljoe Posted June 8, 2005 Author Share Posted June 8, 2005 ya fixed the plate, little to much fun flying through the water -alcohol- . The lake would be perfect for wakeboarding jetskis etc. A little cold right now but the nice thing is we had the entire lake to oursleves. The only other person that showed up was a forest ranger checking on us. Fun Fun. Oh ya for you peeps that noticed the snow chains, I now know they work alot better on the front wheels of a 4wd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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