Rubicon trail....can I make it?
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JK Enthusiast
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Rubicon trail....can I make it?
You can see my mods in my signature. I am still going to add the EVO protek skids and possible the GenRight fenders. I am planning on doing the Rubicon in July over 3 days. I do not plan on tackling the tough passes and will happily take the bypass routes. This will be my first time on this trail and I wanted some feedback from those who have done the Rubicon if I am sufficiently equipped to run this trail. Any input is appreciated
JK Enthusiast
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From: Gilbert, AZ
What are the day's over July you plan on going? I live in PHX and am planning a trip to the bay area and
would like to make sure I'm not wheeling alone, if you guys didn't mind that is.
It's either MOAB or Rubicon..who
knows maybe both! If it's the rubicon anyone can chime in on other "must-see" trails on the way up from SoCal that would be cool too.
would like to make sure I'm not wheeling alone, if you guys didn't mind that is.
It's either MOAB or Rubicon..whoknows maybe both! If it's the rubicon anyone can chime in on other "must-see" trails on the way up from SoCal that would be cool too.
JK Super Freak
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From: clinton, ok
There are several clubs in the Fresno area that would probably have someone wanting to go out wheeling and might even be able to act as trail guide. I have seen some of them post up on the section where you talk with locals in the area.
Your rig is ready as is and with buddies along you should have no problem making it all. There are lots of trails up there in the Sierras and it will be nice and cool up there instead of down in the valley. If you don't live in the mountains take it easy the first night out or you might get a headache from the lower O2 level. Take some nice pics and post em up, most of all have a great time!
Your rig is ready as is and with buddies along you should have no problem making it all. There are lots of trails up there in the Sierras and it will be nice and cool up there instead of down in the valley. If you don't live in the mountains take it easy the first night out or you might get a headache from the lower O2 level. Take some nice pics and post em up, most of all have a great time!
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From: Olympia, WA
Moses Ludel, author of the "Jeep Owner's Bible" wrote this in his book:
"In 1967, I drove the Rubicon Trail the tougher reverse route (Miller Lake entrance, traveling west toward Georgetown-Placerville) in a bone-stock '64 CJ-5. The vehicle had no chassis or body lift, the OEM side steps were in place, and the tire size was OE 7.00x15 in Goodyear M&S tread. These were bias-ply tires in the 30" diameter range. The Jeep made the rugged trail run without a whimper, coming out the Ice House exit without a blemish. Driving skills are every bit as important as tires and lift kits."
Seems like as good an answer as you are likely to find.
"In 1967, I drove the Rubicon Trail the tougher reverse route (Miller Lake entrance, traveling west toward Georgetown-Placerville) in a bone-stock '64 CJ-5. The vehicle had no chassis or body lift, the OEM side steps were in place, and the tire size was OE 7.00x15 in Goodyear M&S tread. These were bias-ply tires in the 30" diameter range. The Jeep made the rugged trail run without a whimper, coming out the Ice House exit without a blemish. Driving skills are every bit as important as tires and lift kits."
Seems like as good an answer as you are likely to find.