5th Annual Pismo 4Runner Jamboree Oct. 12-14, '07

[slosurfer]

Ladies and gents,

It's time for the 5th Annual Pismo 4RJ! This trip will be planned by locals like me and Cabbage as well as the same guys who planned the previous Pismo 4RJs, so you know its gonna be good!
Dates of event: October 12th-14th, 2007
Location: Oceano Dunes SVRA, CA

Event Documentations in PDF
Table of Contents (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/Pismo%202007/Table%20of%20Contents.pdf)
General Information (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/Pismo%202007/General%20Information.pdf)
Emergency Information (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/Pismo%202007/Emergency%20Information.pdf)
Event Schedule (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/Pismo%202007/Event%20Schedule.pdf)
Event Sponsor Listing (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/Pismo%202007/Event%20Sponsor%20Listing.pdf)
Raffle Listing (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/Pismo%202007/Raffle%20Listing.pdf)
Oceano Dunes SVRA (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/Pismo%202007/Oceano%20Dunes%20SVRA.pdf)
UltimateYota Waiver (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/documentations/UltimateYota%20Waiver.pdf)
UltimateYota Adventure Event Rules (http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/events/documentations/UltimateYota%20Adventure%20Event%20Rules.pdf)

(Reservations)
http://www.reserveamerica.com/ca/Oceano_Dunes_Svra/Campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?subTabIndex=0&agency=CA&parkId=120065

Price to camp is $10.00 per night and it covers one vehicle and one legally towed vehicle.
Day use is $5.00 or you can buy a year pass for $50.00 that is good for all California SVRAs. Day use passes are good till 11pm.

Camp Area Info:

Once you are in the park, head South down the beach. The camp area will be right at pole #6.
The camp will be between the high tide line and the restrooms which are a couple hundred yards in towards the dunes. We should be the biggest group out there that weekend so we should be pretty easy to spot.
For those that have GPS here are the coordinates:
N35 03.790 W120 37.671

Communication:
CB channel- 16
FMRS (little motorolas) channnel: 14 privacy code 0


Links
http://www.classiccalifornia.com/
http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1207
http://oceanodunes.org/index.php
http://www.duneguide.com/sand_dune_guide_oceano_dunes.htm
http://www.slostateparks.com/oceano_dunes/default.asp
http://www.classic-california.com/tides.htm Tide info: depending on how much water is flowing in the creek, this may be very useful for knowing when to arrive and cross the creek.
http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=21949 Explanation of why tide info is important



Safety Information

As always, call 911 first in case of dire health related or safety emergency.

If you have an incident requiring hospitalization, here is a map to the best emergency center in the area, according to my doctor friend who lives in Pismo Beach. The hospital is roughly 5 miles away, but very easy to get to:

Arroyo Grande Hospital
345 S. Halcyon Rd
Arroyo Grande, CA
805-473-7650

http://www.4runners.org/image/pismo/hospital.jpg
Save this as a PDF and print from your printer: http://www.4runners.org/image/pismo/HOSPITAL-PISMO.pdf I highly suggest if you are attending this event, print out a color copy (best) and put a copy in your glove box.

See you guys out there!

Bob

EDIT:

An alternative/quicker, but more twisty route from south entrance:

Head eastbound on Pier Ave
Right on Route 1 (Front St)
Left on Belridge St
Left on 13th St
Right on the Pike
Left on S. Halcyon Rd

Note: This route is not arrow routed nor visible on the PDF map.





Some suggested items to bring for dune running and camping:

Spare set of keys (sand can have a funny way of swallowing up important things)
Water for drinking, cleaning, etc... especially if you are camping
If tent camping, some kind of sand stakes or at least heavy items to leave in the corners of your tent.
Toilet Paper :poke:
Warm clothes (it can really cool off at night)
Wet weather gear (we'll keep an eye on the weather as it gets closer)
Small broom and dustpan for those tent camping (it won't take you long to figure out why you need it)
Shovel (helpfull for many things in the sand, in the camp and while out on the dunes)
Snatch strap (no metal hooks!)
CB or at least some of those little handheld family radios (we will run both)
Piece of plywood or other wood to put your jack on to keep it from sinking in the sand in the event you need to use it.
Fire Extinguisher
First Aid kit (we will have some out there, but it is always a great idea to have a small stocked one in your vehicle)
....more to come as I think of other things


List of those planning on attending:

Slosurfer +2 (wife and 3 yr. old son) '93 4runner and '07 Taco Dcab, 12th-14th
Cabbage '01 Tacoma, 12th-14th
Bob_98SR5 +1 '98 4runner, 12th-14th
Goodtimes '03 4runner, 12th-14th
Salad_man +1 '88 Truck, 12th-14th
MorphiasX +1 '90 Truck, 12th-14th
Guest of Salad_man +1 '06 Tacoma prerunner LT, 12th-14th
expatoz +1 (boy 11) 04 4runner, 13th
iceman601 '97 4runner 2wd 13th
norcalsvx '94 Hilux, 12th-14th
PreRun4Run '84 4runner, (subscribing)
BruceTS '99 4runner, 12th-14th
Flip Dog '03 4runner, 12th-14th
L33T35T 4Runner '85 4runner, 12th-14th
L33T35T guest '92 4runner, 12th-14th
JnJ +2 (daughter almost 2) '86 4runner, 12th-14th (have reservations)
Ahriman (tentative)
JohnD +2 '05 4runner
boogeyman +1 '00 Tacoma, 12th-14th (have reservations)
bulldog '05 4runner (tentative)
AllJumpStyle ? , 12th-14th
SeansOrz '98 4Runner (tentative)
UKMyers '93 4runner, 12th-14th +1
xonetruthcrewx +2 (19mo. daughter) '01 4Runner, 12th-14th
Havik +1 '85 4runner, 13th
bigarms23 '88 4runner 13th
SC05TACO '05 Tacoma, 12th-14th
chiefiji +1 '04 4runner, 12th-14th
elripster 12th-14th
cplvc '96 4runner, 12th and 13th
superyota 12th-14th
YotRacer158 '04 Tacoma +1
TC4RNR '94 4runner
MysTicZ '05 4runner 2wd
MysTicZ guest '05 4runner
liftedtacoma
nzanesmith '01 Tacoma +1
Cooldry +2 (1yr.old) Landcruiser 80
slowheelin +1 '93 4runner
Tracker +3 (kids 12 and 1.5) 86 4runner
Tracker's guest +3 (kids 5 and2) '92 4runner
papa_smurf +3 FJ Cruiser
KGcliford '94 4runner
TrackRunner 2000 4runner
fishy98t100 '98 T100
Inspectorgadgets Tacoma
stormtaco Tacoma
BruceBruce
Sandoval '05 Dodge Powerwagon
Simon +1 Old Jeep

# of vehicles: 50




VERY Tentative Schedule:
Friday:
Arrive and set up camp. Meet and greet as people and rigs arrive. Play around the dunes at your leisure. Fun nighttime dune driving.

Saturday:
8am- Early dune run for those that want a quick tour of the dunes
9:30 am- Group Vehicle and People Photo: we will try to line up in a single file; if too long, then we will do two rows. Also, we will do a group photo---yes, we should take pictures of ourselves!
10am- Some kind of group event to be determined (poker run, observation run, gps games, etc...)
12:30- Lunch
6pm.- Clam Chowder Bread Bowls from Splash Cafe!
7pm.- Raffle and "Can You Believe I Own This Shirt" contest
All you need for this contest is to bring your funniest, most embarrassing, shirt and wear it for the contest. The crowd will be the judges and the winner will receive an Utimate Yota t-shirt.

Sunday:
Pack up
Trail run for those that are interested. We will hit the Chevron Station to air up and fuel for those that need it. Hi Mtn. Rd. up to Hi Mtn. Lookout (2WD friendly), from there we will have a few options. For those with 4wd and not too concerned about brush scratches, they can do some of Garcia Ridge Trail, others can continue on Hi Mtn Rd. to Pozo (and then out to Hwy 101), or others could backtrack on Hi Mtn. Rd. to Hwy 101. (I will provide directions and I will post them here with GPS coord. so you can copy them yourself also).

*Jenn of JnJ has been nice enough to volunteer to come up with some activities for the kids. If you are bringing kids, please post up their ages so that Jenn can have a decent idea of the age groups and how many. Also, if you have any ideas let either me or Jenn know. Jenn, thanks again!*


T-shirts! Get your event t-shirts!

T-shirts can be previewed right here. (http://www.cafepress.com/slosurfer)
Note: nevermind the price listed on that website, I don't want any ordered off there yet, but if you are willing to pay that price then go for it. :D

Back of adult shirt

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Pismo%204RJ07/Finalshirtback.jpg


All shirt preorders need to be in by Sept. 9th. That should give me plenty of time to get the sponsor's names on them, order them and have a little leeway in case I need to send them back.

Shirt ordering info:
Adult shirt- $18.00 Natural or Ash Grey
Women's shirt- $18.00 Light Yellow or Light Pink
Kids shirt- $17.00 White or Ash Grey
Toddler shirt- $12.00 White, Pink, or Yellow
Hoodie- $28.00 Ash Grey

The shirts will be available for pickup at the event. If you want a shirt and cannot make the event, add $5.00 for shipping. All shipped t-shirts will be sent out the day after the event.

Send paypal payment to (stoveck_one@hotmail.com) Make sure to include your name and screenname, sizes, color, and type of shirt. The preview link above has the shirts and sizes that are available for each shirt. If you don't have paypal, send me a pm and I will give you my address to send a check.
Once again orders need to be in by Sept. 9th.

Please support the businesses that are donating for this event (http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.php?option=com_smf&Itemid=26&topic=552.msg3481#msg3481)
See next post for the raffle prize list.



Sign up and let us know if you can make it!

Thanks,
SloSurfer


[Edit - Good Times - event documents added in pdf format]

[slosurfer]

:clap: Thank you to those businesses who have contributed! :clap:

www.ultimateyota.com(stickers)

www.sierraexpeditions.com (2 quick fists, 1 super quick fists, 1 mini quick fists, 1 Lev O Guage, 1 no loss valve caps, stickers)

www.toyteclifts.com ($50 gift certificate, stickers, and pens for everyone)

www.WabFab.org (hi-lift slider adapter, sticker, and tshirt)

www.cruiserland.com (25 t-shirts with special 4runner design, coloring books for the kids, and stickers)

www.trail-gear.com (knuckle service kit and a ton of stickers)

www.winchline.com (5 $50 gift certificates)

www.12voltguy.com (In-cab winch control panel)

www.polyperformance.com (event bag and special discount coupon for all participants)

www.advanceadapters.com ($200 gift certificate, 3 t-shirts, and stickers)

www.toyotaoffroadparts.com (RC FJ Cruiser, 9 t-shirts, and a bunch of backpacks, beer cozies, and tire gauges)

www.staunproducts.com (2 sets of standard (6-30psi) tire deflators, 2 Harry’s Shifting into 4WD book)

www.overlandjournal.com (2 one year subscriptions with hats, stickers)

www.sdori.com (a set of balljoint spacers and a pair of D-ring mounts)

Josh at Tubingworks Fab 619 438 1160 ($100 gift certificate for fab work)

www.urdusa.com ($50 gift certificate, Flex Fit hats, and stickers)

www.burtmanindustries.com (3 $20 gift certificates towards lift kit or dash kit)

www.splashcafe.com (hooking us up with Clam Chowder Bread Bowls at a discount and supplying all the utensils, napkins, etc...)

www.4wdtoyotaowner.com (4 free subscriptions, and a bunch of stickers)

www.marlincrawler.com (stickers, 2 shirts, 5 beanies and a $25 gift certificate)

www.warn.com (winch hook loop straps and stickers)




Please remember these businesses that help to support our sport when it comes time to order stuff for your rig.

[Bob98SR5]

chris,

totally agree. we can still call it the pismo 4rj. after all, steve, tom and i created the darn thing! :D hey, im all for doing it before or after the summer season. personally, id rather do it sooner than later. before may 25th.

chris, can you spearhead this trip since you are a local yokel? hows the weather in late april?

bob

[Cebby]

Make sure you use the "link to calendar" when a date is chosen!

[slosurfer]

chris,

totally agree. we can still call it the pismo 4rj. after all, steve, tom and i created the darn thing! :D hey, im all for doing it before or after the summer season. personally, id rather do it sooner than later. before may 25th.

chris, can you spearhead this trip since you are a local yokel? hows the weather in late april?

bob



I can do that, the only problem for me is that I may be booked solid on weekends till the 25th. I have to check with April on the dates, but starting with Easter, I have some damn thing to go to everyweekend. My bro's batchelor party in SF, his wedding the next weekend, a wedding the weekend after that, april's cousin's graduation from med school in SF another weekend, my grandpa's 80th bday bash, and I am sure I am missing something. I may be wrong, but I think the weekend of May 19th is open. June is open and most of July. Last week of July and 1st week of August the inlaws are in town. After that I am free.

The weekend of May 19th may work out pretty good. I think that may be early enough in the season. Spring and Fall are probably the best weather at the beach. Fog is always an option, especially when it gets hot inland. I actually like riding around there when it's nice and cool, the overcast sky makes for great lighting for photos also. Pismo 4RJ works for me, wasn't sure if you wanted to change it or not. If it is during a time I can go, I will definately spearhead it, even if I can't go I will be able to help out in the planning. I'll have to get Milton involved, he knows those dunes like the back of his hand.

[Bob98SR5]

chris,

may 19th works for me too.
bob

[Tofer]

I cant do may 19th... i have this lil thing called graduation i should be at......

[reggie 00]

I cant do may 19th... i have this lil thing called graduation i should be at......


What makes that any different than any other day at college.
Its not like you showed up to every class.

[slosurfer]

Added some links to the first post for those that want to read up on the dunes and surrounding area. I will add more as I find them. Some ideas that I have been thinking of: (some are totally from other events I have been to, I don't want to copy but just some ideas)

Poker run (w/ prizes would be really cool)
Raffle (not needed but would be cool)(SNT combined the poker run and raffle, was really cool)
Potluck w/ a chef contest (would need some good participation to make it work otherwise just a potluck)
Trail run in the local mountains (could be the last day, pack up hit a trail run, eat lunch, and head home)
Some kind of game or something for the significant others that we drag along to these things (sand drags :D if you are brave enough to turn over your keys)

Give me some more ideas!

[slosurfer]

Bumpitty, bumpitty..... Need input on dates! The fall may be better just to give people time to plan and to get more participation as the word spreads. May 19th also works for me. If we pick a fall date, we could always plan a "prerun" for May 19th.

When is the UY merchandise going to be available?

[marko3xl3]

I cant do may 19th... i have this lil thing called graduation i should be at......


What makes that any different than any other day at college.
Its not like you showed up to every class.


:rofl:

That quote of yours totally reminds me of this picture of you:

http://www.marko3xl3.com/images/uy/552/reggie.jpg

:rofl:

Are you planning to go, Reggie?


As far as me is concerned...not gonna make this trip. I have to put all my efforts into school and I won't be able to do anything that major until high school is over. Next fall would've been better for me as well, but I see that won't happen.

[slosurfer]

:coffee: Bump! NOw that there are a few more members, lets see if we can get any interest going. Post up what dates work. I know there are a bunch of Californistanis on this board.

Bob, I'll send you a PM later today when I get back from work.

[cabbage]

Hmm... I can go! Almost any weekend (except for the weekend of May 20th)! Going today!

[slosurfer]

Hmm... I can go! Almost any weekend (except for the weekend of May 20th)! Going today!


Isn't that how it always is? The one day you can't go...! How was it today?

[slosurfer]

Bob, PM sent

[slosurfer]

After talking with Bob, it seems that there may be more interest for this trip to happen in the fall. It also gives us more time to plan. For those who have not been to the dunes during the off season, it is so much more fun and less crowded. Not to mention, much safer! I am thinking September or October, preferably not Labor Day weekend (very busy weekend). I know this is when school is in session, so we need to figure out what weekend will work out best. We don't need to decide right now, but the sooner the better so that plans can be made and you can put it on your schedule early.


I also added this update to the first post along with links for the dunes and surrounding area.

In the end, I want to make this not just a trail run at the beach, but an actual event that the whole family can come and enjoy. Fun wheeling, beach, sun, bbq, prizes, etc... :camping:

[Bob98SR5]

guys,

i would have to agree with chris here: the summer time is just way too crowded and the nutjobs really seem to come out during the summer. i agree that we postpone this trip until after the summer---or before as we proposed. but for now, lets just go with making this an after summer trip.

bob

[slosurfer]

Yep, unless you have a go fast rig like Cabbage, summer just isn't as fun. That and trying to have an organized event in that zoo, is madness.

[salad_man]

Ya, me and morphiasX of of yotatech, are now gonna be on this board as well and were both at the first one. It seems that mid to late august is pretty slow around there, and good weather. I believe dates may work with many people also.

[surf4runner]

:coffee: :camping: :thumbup:

[scottiac]

Anything after the first week of October or so would be perfect for me! (Although I'll try and make any other dates)

[salad_man]

:coffee: :camping: :thumbup:



Oh ya! Thats the way to do it, Lets get some dates together so we can start planning an making reservations.

[slosurfer]

The only problem with late august, is that the weekends are still crazy. It's not bad during the week but the weekends are still a zoo. STill doable if that is what everyone wants. Do schools still get Columbus Day off? If so Oct. 5-8 might work. Sept. any weekend except for Labor Day weekend would also work. Lucky for me this year, me and my wife's anniversary falls in the middle of the week, hehe.

[Bob98SR5]

there are two people who have the best idea of crowd level here: slosurfer and cabbage. so i am going to defer to them at least for the right months ot plan the trip.

ok, deep breath...rant coming:

you know, whats with pismo and all the college students bitching about school? i swear, i never hear college students bitching about school on other runs during the year---just freakin' pismo. waaaaaa!!! and as if people who work dont have it equally difficult: most of us have to get out at 5-6pm, go home, pack, fight traffic to make it to the place at midnite on friday night bone tired. or, leave extra early on saturday to make a full day's run.

this has been the bane of planning pismo in the summertime. im tired of hearing about it :shake:

so im glad we are planning it in the fall too. yes, aug is nutso too.

ok chris, toct sounds good to me.

bob

[slosurfer]

:spit: Bob, you crack me up. Way to put it in perspective. :clap: Let's give this through the weekend and then we will pick a date and run with it. So does anyone have a preference on OCT or SEPT? I vote Oct. and Bob votes Oct. Just an FYI Pismo Surf N Turf is Nov. 2-4th this year.

[salad_man]

Anytime is good for me, just lemme know but I would prefer oct. if anything.

[calrockx]

i would go in october, but school...
and i don't want to run into bob. if i can't talk about T4Rs or extreme doritos or axelz, what's the point?


i've gone to pismo in september before, it was definitely less crowded than summer. i'd like to attend an october/fall trip. . gives me a deadline to finish clearancing my front wheel wells.

[slosurfer]

i would go in october, but school...
and i don't want to run into bob. if i can't talk about T4Rs or extreme doritos or axelz, what's the point?



Don't forget about talking about your skueaky breaks. :tongueout:

It seems that the consensus is for an Oct. event. How does the weekend of Oct. 12-14th sound?

[scottiac]

Oct 12-14th should work for me!

[surf4runner]

How does the weekend of Oct. 12-14th sound?

:thumbup:

[salad_man]

That sounds good, should be slow around that time i'm assuming?

[slosurfer]

Okay, it sounds like Oct. 12-14th! I will update the first post and link it to the forum calender later today. :thumbup:

[Bob98SR5]

great! pismo sans summer nut job crowd is really pleasant. im definitely looking fwd to the trip. thanks, chris for taking the lead on the trip! :clap:

[salad_man]

Any ideas on where we are gonna be setting up camp, in relation to the pier or anything?

[slosurfer]

great! pismo sans summer nut job crowd is really pleasant. im definitely looking fwd to the trip. thanks, chris for taking the lead on the trip! :clap:

:banana: This should be a cool trip, especially with this much lead time. :booya:



Any ideas on where we are gonna be setting up camp, in relation to the pier or anything?


Once it gets closer, I can do a prerun out there and pic a spot. Ummm... I can guarantee it will be nowhere near the pier. It will probably be near one of the numbered posts near a restroom. :poke:

[slosurfer]

Make sure you use the "link to calendar" when a date is chosen!


How do I do this? And yes, I have searched. :flipoff:

[cabbage]

Sweet! We have a day already!!! Pismo is wayyyy too crazy in summer, well, summer weekends that is. Let me know when your gonna go out there Chris, I'll tag along. Im going tomorrow! Hopefully not as many quads out there like Easter weekend :shake: Let me know how I can help out!

[slosurfer]

OH yeah! I will definately be hitting you up for some help. I am just glad to have a date now.

[slosurfer]

OK, let's get a list going of who is planning on going even if it is still very tentative. Post your username, vehicle, number of people, and what dates you plan on attending. Also, if you are bringing kids lists their ages.

The first post has the link for reservations. Once again, the dates are Oct. 12th-14th.


Slosurfer +2 (wife and 3 yr old. son) '93 4runner and '07 Taco Dcab, 12th-14th

Oh and could one of the mods link this to the calender? Please. :angel:

[Bob98SR5]

chris,

on the bottom nav bar, there's a little icon called "Link to Calendar" i did it for you :)

bob

[slosurfer]

Thanks Bob. I am not seeing the "link to calendar" all I get is "remove topic" and "lock/unlock" Must have to be higher up on the payscale to get that link. So are you going +1?

[Bob98SR5]

hmmm...maybe youre right :) anyways, ill look into it. i havent talked w/ the misses about pismo, but i know she did not enjoy both times we went to pismo at all. maybe she'll like it less crowded, but she didnt like the steep drop offs :D

bob

[salad_man]

:flipoff:Salad_man +1(Girlfriend 18) 88 pick-up 12th-14th

Leaving with MorphiasX and a buddy of ours, 91 pick and an 86 runner

[Bob98SR5]

http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/images/bk/slo.jpg

chris,

do you see the link to calendar icon?

bob

[scottiac]

Scottiac+1, 97 4runner, 12th-14th, somewhat tentative at the moment.

(dogs gotta stay home, they DON'T like riding on the dunes. Running yes, riding NO!)

[cabbage]

do you see the link to calendar icon?

bob



I dont think we have those options Bob, mabye only Mods?

http://www.miltonyin.com/Pictures/Yotatech/nolink.jpg

[surf4runner]

no calendar link for me either...

surf4runner +1 kid (5 by then), 02 2WD 4runner, all weekend :booya:

[slosurfer]

http://www.ultimateyota.com/pichost/images/bk/slo.jpg

chris,

do you see the link to calendar icon?

bob



I see it there on your screen, but on mine I only have "remove topic" and "lock/unlock". I am assuming that I see those because I started this thread.

[Bob98SR5]

alright guys, I posted the question in mod/admin land, so i'll get back to y'all

[MorphiasX]

MorphiasX maybe +1 '90 Yota 4WD 12th - 14th

[slosurfer]

Updated first post with attendees, links, and a link to reservation info. :booya: Cool to see a good list of people already signing up. Stay tuned for more details. :D

[neliconcept]

how far is pismo from Denver? I may think about this one depending, i love driving fast in the sand.

[slosurfer]

how far is pismo from Denver? I may think about this one depending, i love driving fast in the sand.


http://local.live.com/default.aspx?wip=2&v=2&style=r&rtp=~&&msnurl=home.aspx?%26redirect%3dfalse&msnculture=en-US

1,157 miles, Vegas is on the way also! So will we be seeing you there? :hillbill:

[neliconcept]

inless i go broke in vegas lol

ill let you know as soon as I get out there, id loooooooooove to hit pismo up as Ive been admiring it for a bit now. going to upgrade to some donahoe extended coilovers and TC upper a arms soon

[MorphiasX]

Just to clarify I WILL be there, the guest is a tentative for me. Oh and my "Hilux" is a 1990...

[slosurfer]

Steve, I will fix that. Hilux sounds so much better than "truck". LOL

Blake, that would be awesome if you could make it out here. If you do come out here you should set aside a couple of days to check out the Big Sur coastline. The coast starts getting real cool about an hour or so north of here. Lots of prime picture opportunities.

[neliconcept]

prob cant set aside much time as I will have classes, ill prob leave like thursday night and drive all day and get their friday midday or something, then leave sunday night and do the same.

I can only miss 2 days of classes at most.

we will see though

[slosurfer]

Shouldn't be too bad if you can find someone to split the driving with you.

[expatoz]

I'll put my name in the ring. Prolly 4 of us (wife and two kids). I'm a maybe however as my school plans a school campout on that date at El Capitain Beach so i won't be sure until they make up the new calendar. I'll need to bring the salad too. LOL.

[slosurfer]

:lol: Nice, I will add you to the list.

[expatoz]

At some stage you were asking for imput for activities. I use to organise observation runs (sort of hide and seek) recording specific answers to questions at various locations provided by various instructions. Lots of fun. You need to have an observer to call out directions, help fetch items, and generally follow maps. Might be worth considering for a down-time activity and could even be taken off the sand for a while eg thru town and back. It does take someone to do a prerun and organise the instructions/clues/prizes. Just an idea. What aboutr geocache'ing?

[slosurfer]

Mark, sounds interesting. Is it like a scavenger hunt w/ questions at each station that when answered, lead you to the next station? I'll shoot you a pm right now so you can break it down to me.


And yes, we are still open to suggestions for things to do.

[neliconcept]

exactly what would i expect for a rig like mine to do, or if im even gonna be able to drive it.

[expatoz]

Pm sent Chris

[slosurfer]

Thanks Mark, that was really helpful.

Blake, your rig will do just fine out there. Many of the rigs out there are 2wd. Momentum is important, as well as where you park. Also, with the amount of rigs out there getting a tug is super easy. Usually most people keep the tow strap hooked up to their rear and then throw it in the back, that way it is easy to stop and hook up to pull people out.

[neliconcept]

yeah i bet parking is essential, no parking on hills lol.

[slosurfer]

LOL, in fact most of the time out there, I am in 2wd and then shift into 4wd for climbing or getting going, stupid 3.slo automatic!

[neliconcept]

go ahead and throw me on the list, I really want to do some dune runnin :)

[salad_man]

I have another buddy who is putting total chaos on his 06 tacoma pre-runner who want to go but is only 2x... You guys mind if I invite him also? I wasent sure if we wanted the 2x's to go, no offense to anyone!

[slosurfer]

2x's are always welcome at the dunes. In fact surf4runner and neliconcept are 2wd's. Invite him along and invite him to join the forum also.

[Good Times]

subscribing... put me down as a long shot! we'll see if i can get the 4runner up and running by then.

[slosurfer]

Lance, that would be awesome if you could make it.

Who all has a gps unit or is bringing a gps unit? Just want to get an idea, so I can know whether or not to include some gps events.

[neliconcept]

i may have one by then but dont count me in for it. I sure would get lost getting there without one.

[iceman601]

subscribing...another 2wd :tongueout:

[cougarfreak]

4RJ in Oct, Surf n Turf in Nov... hmmmmmmm tempting!!!!


@#$% there's an off road race that weekend at Prairie City. I thought I could pull it off, but no...

[cabbage]

I have another buddy who is putting total chaos on his 06 tacoma pre-runner who want to go but is only 2x... You guys mind if I invite him also? I wasent sure if we wanted the 2x's to go, no offense to anyone!


Im in 2wd most of them time, sometimes, all the time! More like 1wd (open diff).. So 2wd or 4wd, no excuse! Come out and play!

[surf4runner]

:funny: 1wd :tease: :laugh:

i wanna locker :drool:

[neliconcept]

yeah im true 2wd with a locker, though I dont know how an automatic locker will handle the sand, im sure it wont be much better then 1wd anyways. only when Im doing mild rock crawling

and im proud to say, ive never been stuck, just found the limit and stopped lol

[slosurfer]

Im in 2wd most of them time, sometimes, all the time! More like 1wd (open diff).. So 2wd or 4wd, no excuse! Come out and play!


I thought you had an elocker on that taco?



and im proud to say, ive never been stuck, just found the limit and stopped lol


Time to knock on some wood....

I went out there a couple of times in my 2wd '96 Mazda B2300 and only got stuck once. I was trying to turn too tight at the top of comp hill, :rofl: I made it up but got stuck at the top turning around.

[slosurfer]

I'll need to bring the salad too. LOL.


That would make a good event! Everyone does the sand drag with a taco salad in the back, points awarded for best time and most salad left in the container.


Maybe we could find something better than taco salad though. LOL

[slosurfer]

4RJ in Oct, Surf n Turf in Nov... hmmmmmmm tempting!!!!


@#$% there's an off road race that weekend at Prairie City. I thought I could pull it off, but no...


If you can, make it for SNT. I was thinking of trying to have our own little camp set up for it if we can get some people together.

[cabbage]

I thought you had an elocker on that taco?



We snapped the rear axle earlier this year in Nevada.. So we just put a 2wd rear diff in (think it was like 20 bucks or something with gears) Might be upgrading to a Tundy LSD diff soon though...

Hmm the good old sandy salad tossing.... Good thing I dont have a bed!

[slosurfer]

Wow, do you still have the elocker diff? Or was the whole thing toast?

[neliconcept]

oh and update, i may even be in 4wd, I have been planning to find me a black 2000 4x4 sport for a while, going to look harder once I get out in Colorado. but no definite on that one yet.

[cabbage]

Wow, do you still have the elocker diff? Or was the whole thing toast?


I still have it, there was a part that broke on the diff that Toyota wont sell individually, but my buddy told me he might be able to get another (2nd) broken elock diff and we should be able to make 1 good one out of 3 bad ones.. (he works at Toyota)

So we'll see what happens, open diff isn't that bad, its only effecting the acceleration so far.

[MorphiasX]

Who all has a gps unit or is bringing a gps unit? Just want to get an idea, so I can know whether or not to include some gps events.


I will have my Garmin Ique there... What kind of events are we talking about? Geocaching on the dunes?

Also, are we going to be staying at the dunes the whole time or going on some trails in the surrounding areas? Back in the day when I used to go offroading with another club we went to pismo and did some trails out there that were pretty cool...

[slosurfer]

I am not sure about geocaching out there, I still have to check on that. One idea was a scavenger/observation run that may have some locations to find by gps. Will really only work if the majority have some type of gps unit.

I would like to do a local trail run on Sunday. Surf N Turf does a similar thing with their event and it seemed like it worked really well. Pack up sunday morning, hit the trail, eat lunch, go home or run more trails if you have the time. I for one will probably do more trails, I run out there all the time.

I have to do some prerunning starting at the dunes, but I am pretty sure that it would be too hard to fit in a trail run and anything else on Sat. What I could do is provide the info for the trails so that if some people want to run trails on Sat. instead of do stuff at the dunes, they can do that and meet up with the group later at the dunes. From my experience, the time to get to the trails, run them and enjoy them, takes most of the day. Maybe possible night trail run Sat. night, weather permitting.

[cougarfreak]

4RJ in Oct, Surf n Turf in Nov... hmmmmmmm tempting!!!!


@#$% there's an off road race that weekend at Prairie City. I thought I could pull it off, but no...


If you can, make it for SNT. I was thinking of trying to have our own little camp set up for it if we can get some people together.


I have every intention on making it to SnT.... it's my birthday and I missed last year. In fact the one year I did make it, I had to drive my wife's Explorer due to cracked heads on the 4Runner (SC with no fuel mods... who knew???)

[PreRun4Run]

Subscribing. Pretty sure I can make it out. I'm going to be in pismo for a week in july.

[slosurfer]

Picked up a few from other forums and added them to the list, looks like we may have a decent crowd this year. Should we plan for a potluck on Sat. night? I may even drag my propane BBQ out there since I am somewhat close? Another option would be to run into Pismo for some Splash Cafe clam chowder :drool: or even pick up a big order to go and bring it back. For those who haven't had it, you can't come here and not try it.




I have every intention on making it to SnT.... it's my birthday and I missed last year. In fact the one year I did make it, I had to drive my wife's Explorer due to cracked heads on the 4Runner (SC with no fuel mods... who knew???)


NIce, sorry you can't make this one, but I will be out there for SNT, not sure if I am camping or not. :lol: Driving the Exploder at SNT! :rofl:

[cougarfreak]

Yeah, I know... I got it high centered a couple of times cresting some of the dunes and had to get pulled off... good thing I take self humiliation well, yes?!?!?!?! I look forward to meeting you there, surfer!!! You bringing your Runner or your Dcab?

[slosurfer]

At SNT, I will probably have the 4runner. At our Pismo thingy, I will have both out there. Oh and FYI, here is the official SNT website http://www.realcruiser.com/surfnturf/

[cougarfreak]

I'm on the Mob!!!

[BruceTS]

count me in.......

[slosurfer]

Bruce, I added you. I just put you down and for the whole weekend, let me know if you want me to add anything. :D

Cougarfreak, I will see you at SNT :thumbup:

[cougarfreak]

:clap: NICE!!!!! :clap:

[slosurfer]

I added a tentative schedule to the first post. Let me know what you guys think.

[cleansr5]

I would love to go, but I have a little thing called college, sounds like a fun event though!

[slosurfer]

I would love to go, but I have a little thing called college, sounds like a fun event though!


Well, if the weekend opens up for you, come on down.


Also, I ran Garcia Ridge today which is one of the trails that we may run during the weekend. You can check out the thread here. (http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.php?option=com_smf&Itemid=26&topic=1368.0)

Teaser pics:
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Garcia%20Ridge%20May%2007/IMG_5683.jpg

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Garcia%20Ridge%20May%2007/IMG_5675.jpg

[slosurfer]

Memorial Weekend Bump...

[slosurfer]

Wow, we are actually getting a decent list of vehicles going. We have picked up some from TOF and from the 120 crowd. Looks like I have some planning to do!

[neliconcept]

i have planning of my own, like how and the heck im gonna drive down there without killing myself along the way (not intentially but from driving off the road ) lol

[Tofer]

if i am in CA i'll be there.... if not we;ll see

[wifesaysimadumbass]

hey guys finally found my way over to this site.... i'm hopefully in for this run but well see

[slosurfer]

*Jenn of JnJ has been nice enough to volunteer to come up with some activities for the kids. If you are bringing kids, please post up their ages so that Jenn can have a decent idea of the age groups and how many. Also, if you have any ideas let either me or Jenn know. Jenn, thanks again!*
:clap:

[slosurfer]

:booya: TTT

[reggie 00]

Looks real good :thumbup:

[ecchamberlin]

Chris I should be able to make this one now. I will have Gabe with me and he will be 3 Oct 15 the day after the event. Good b-day present if you ask me. But nobody ever asks me....LOL

Thanks for all the work I know you will be putting into this! Ask for help if you need it.

[slosurfer]

Eric, glad to see that you will be making this one. Jack will have just turned 3 so that should work out pretty good.

[slosurfer]

Tshirt Design: Ordering info to follow soon.

Front:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Pismo%204RJ07/shirtfront1.jpg

Back:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Pismo%204RJ07/TshirtbackCP.jpg

[YotaGirl]

That is going to be a nice looking shirt...can't wait to get one!

[ecchamberlin]

Jack will have just turned 3 so that should work out pretty good.


Yeah that will work out well. Gabe is really good with other kids.

[expatoz]

Jack will have just turned 3 so that should work out pretty good.


My wife keeps telling me I'm a three year old so maybe I'll get along real well with the other three year olds!

The T's look killer Chris.

[boogyman]

Subscribing :D We (me +1) might be able to make it to this one.

Russell

[reggie 00]

Trying to get it all worked out...
Me + 2 ( 1 adult, The Dude-5yrs )

[slosurfer]

1st post updated with tshirt design. Stay tuned for ordering info, I should have that all figured out this weekend.


Russel, you better make it! The Firestone is waiting for you and I swear you won't get burned by hot clam chowder this year. :rofl:

[ecchamberlin]

I got my reservations all set up and paid for. Really looking forward to this run.

Chris thanks for all the hard work you are putting into this and the t-shirts.

[YotaGirl]

X2 :thumbup:

[Ric]

I may not be able to make the event, but Id like to show support by purchasing a event shirt, if thats cool ?

[reggie 00]

has anyone ever done event stickers?

Back in the day when i actually had a thing called time.....

I would go check out car shows and drag races, alot of the events i went to check out had little placards for the event you would say put on the glove box.

I am definitely going to need a t-shirt (2xl) if not two, and most likely a 5T and a 3T, but a sticker for the dash would just be sweet!

[Good Times]

I made pismo stickers a few years ago but haven't recently.

[slosurfer]

Ric, shouldn't be a problem. I will have the ordering info up soon. Thanks for your help the other night, gave me a good place to start. :thumbup:

Reggie, I am going to look into stickers once I get the shirts figured out, possibly even dash plaques. I am working on the toddler and kid shirts right now. I think the toddler goes up to 4T and the Kids are Kids small, medium, and large. Jack hasn't reached those yet, so I have no idea how those sizes are. My test shirt is being shipped to me right now so I should know the quality in a couple of days.

[YotaGirl]

Oh! I'm so excited!!!! I can't wait to see them. :clap: :drool:

[reggie 00]

Ric, shouldn't be a problem. I will have the ordering info up soon. Thanks for your help the other night, gave me a good place to start. :thumbup:

Reggie, I am going to look into stickers once I get the shirts figured out, possibly even dash plaques. I am working on the toddler and kid shirts right now. I think the toddler goes up to 4T and the Kids are Kids small, medium, and large. Jack hasn't reached those yet, so I have no idea how those sizes are. My test shirt is being shipped to me right now so I should know the quality in a couple of days.


Perfect.
The only thing i really like more than stickers

are t shirts

[slosurfer]

T-shirt designs can be previewed now!

T-shirts (http://www.cafepress.com/slosurfer)

Nevermind the price listed, I don't want anyone to order them yet. Although, if you want to buy some at that price, go right ahead, I won't complain. :D

[boogyman]

So it looks like we got the days off of work. We'll be there that weekend :clap:

Russell

[Ric]

at $400 Ill only take 2 now :rofl:

[slosurfer]

So it looks like we got the days off of work. We'll be there that weekend :clap:

Russell


Cool, I'll have some Firestone waiting for you!



at $400 Ill only take 2 now :rofl:


I only need to sell a couple at that price, so order away!

[boogyman]

Cool, I'll have some Firestone waiting for you!


haha, awesome. they just started selling it up here in sac about 2 or 3 weeks ago. i still haven't gotten my fill :D

[reggie 00]

T-shirt designs can be previewed now!

T-shirts (http://www.cafepress.com/slosurfer)

Nevermind the price listed, I don't want anyone to order them yet. Although, if you want to buy some at that price, go right ahead, I won't complain. :D


Like the back.

For me the front is too much. It would make a cool alternate back.

I would like just Pismo 4RJ 2007 in the same script over the left breast. Then those cool done pics on the back with the lists.

I can definitely see myself buying one of each if not two, one to wear one to hang on the wall.

[boogyman]

reservations made :thumbup:

[slosurfer]

reservations made :thumbup:


:thumbup: I keep forgeting to get mine. :spank:



Like the back.

For me the front is too much. It would make a cool alternate back.

I would like just Pismo 4RJ 2007 in the same script over the left breast. Then those cool done pics on the back with the lists.

I can definitely see myself buying one of each if not two, one to wear one to hang on the wall.


Reggie, great idea. Check out the shirt now.

[reggie 00]

reservations made :thumbup:


:thumbup: I keep forgeting to get mine. :spank:



Like the back.

For me the front is too much. It would make a cool alternate back.

I would like just Pismo 4RJ 2007 in the same script over the left breast. Then those cool done pics on the back with the lists.

I can definitely see myself buying one of each if not two, one to wear one to hang on the wall.


Reggie, great idea. Check out the shirt now.


That's on the money.

The pic you had on the front would make a sweet alternate back.
You know how "those 2nd Gen haters" are......

[ecchamberlin]

Chris new front on Tshirt is better. Didn't want to complain about it but the way it is now is great.

[neliconcept]

diggin the design

Ric, roadtrip with me man, it would be some good beach times

[YotaGirl]

Chris, the t-shirts look great! I love the toddler one!

[ecchamberlin]

Anybody in our group taking a surf board? I have never surfed there so if someone knows what it is all about there, let a brother know....

[slosurfer]

Anybody in our group taking a surf board? I have never surfed there so if someone knows what it is all about there, let a brother know....


The surf isn't great right there at the dunes, but if you go into town to the pier there may be something. Shell Beach has some spots also. I would suggest a longboard if you are just bringing one board.

[ecchamberlin]

My only board now is a 6-2 fish. Long gone is my long board although I think it may be time to get at least another 7-6 fun board for the slower days.

Thanks for the info.

[slosurfer]

I am sure you can find something for your 6'2, probably at the pier.

Glad you guys like the shirts. I got a little caught up in trying to add more 4runners on it by adding the front pic, but I like it now, much better. Should I change the kids one also? I am leaving the toddler one how it is.

[Seanz0rz]

im going to toss my name in the hat, but that is a very big maybe on whether or not i can go, i will know by sometime in sept.

[neliconcept]

i dont have a surfboard, can i borrow someones? i dont know how to surf well but ive tried some down in florida, surfing on SC beaches suck

[slosurfer]

i dont have a surfboard, can i borrow someones? i dont know how to surf well but ive tried some down in florida, surfing on SC beaches suck


You can rent them in town pretty cheap. The waves aren't all that great at the dunes. If it is small, there may be something to fun with a longboard, if it is big, that is another story.

[reggie 00]

I am sure you can find something for your 6'2, probably at the pier.

Glad you guys like the shirts. I got a little caught up in trying to add more 4runners on it by adding the front pic, but I like it now, much better. Should I change the kids one also? I am leaving the toddler one how it is.

use te second pic as a second design choice?

also anyone interested in etched glasses?

i can take Chris's design over to my buddy and see what it would cost.

any takers?

[neliconcept]

I am sure you can find something for your 6'2, probably at the pier.

Glad you guys like the shirts. I got a little caught up in trying to add more 4runners on it by adding the front pic, but I like it now, much better. Should I change the kids one also? I am leaving the toddler one how it is.

use te second pic as a second design choice?

also anyone interested in etched glasses?

i can take Chris's design over to my buddy and see what it would cost.

any takers?


etched glasses?

[slosurfer]

Reggie, I will play around with that second pic for another shirt choice. Also, what kind of glass, beer mug, pint glass?

[reggie 00]

He said he can do anything glass. Coffee mugs, pints, schooners. I was thinking either coffee cups, or big tall glasses.

[slosurfer]

Got my test shirt in the mail today! Looks good. It is a Hanes tagless 6.1 and very comfortable. You'll have to forgive the ugly model, he was the only one I could get on such short notice. :D I told my wife to at least keep his ugly mug out of the pics.

Front: (I ordered this before I redid the front design)

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Pismo%204RJ07/IMG_5800.jpg

Back:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Pismo%204RJ07/IMG_5803.jpg


I will post the prices and ordering info later tonight, I have to watch "Last King of Scotland" so I don't get any late fees.

[slosurfer]

I updated the first post with this info:


All shirt preorders need to be in by Sept. 9th. That should give me plenty of time to get the sponsor's names on them, order them and have a little leeway in case I need to send them back.

Shirt ordering info:
Adult shirt- $15.00
Kids shirt- $14.00
Toddler shirt- $9.00

The shirts will be available for pickup at the event. If you want a shirt and cannot make the event, add $5.00 for shipping. All shipped t-shirts will be sent out the day after the event.

Send paypal payment to (stoveck_one@hotmail.com) Make sure to include your name and screenname, sizes and type of shirt. The preview link above has the shirts and sizes that are available for each shirt. If you don't have paypal, send me a pm and I will give you my address to send a check.
Once again orders need to be in by Sept. 9th.

[UKMyers]

Right on my Runner is on that shirt!! When can I order one Chris?? Put me down as attending this event.

[slosurfer]

Right on my Runner is on that shirt!! When can I order one Chris?? Put me down as attending this event.


You can order one anytime up till Sept. 9th. That is when I will put the order in and will give me time to hopefully get some sponsors and add their names to the back of the shirts. The 1st post has all the ordering info in it. YOu will have to specify if you want the design with the pic on the front like the one I just got. If you don't specify, you will get the new designed one that just has writing on the front.

Joey, glad to see you are going to make it. YOu going to bring the taco or the 4runner?

[expatoz]

In relation to surfing, I'll prolly take my 10ft, 8ft, the kids boogie boards and the 9ft foamy surfboard. I'll wait to see what the predictions are for surf before I decide. If the surf is halfway reasonable, a 6' Fish will go off in the little banks near the dunes. I've surfed the dune area of my 7ft several times but a smaller board like a fish would be better. Just check Surfline.com before heading down to Pismo. You'll gte an idea of whether it's worthwhile taking all the surf crap.

[Bob98SR5]

i swear, this is the most talked about trip i've ever seen---and it is months away! :D
























(great job, chris) :king:

[xonetruthcrewx]

Alright, just talked to the Wife and she's down for it. So count me in. Myself, Wife and Daughter. My Daughter will be 19 months old buy then. Looking forward to this. Right On.

[UKMyers]

You ever seen a Norcal event thread on TTORA.. they usually end up over a 1000 posts it's crazy. Chris I'll get in touch with ya about the shirt.. you still have the same cell #? Providing I'm not deployed I'll be bringing the Runner probably. Still not comfortable wheeling the Taco.

[slosurfer]

I made an alternate design with the group pic on the back. You can view it right here. (http://www.cafepress.com/slosurfer)
Note: nevermind the price listed on that website, I don't want any ordered off there yet, but if you are willing to pay that price then go for it. :D I won't be ordering them off of there, but this is the only way I can display them. That way you can view the actual shirts and see the sizes, etc.

The question has been raised about different colors for the shirts. I will look into it and see if it will raise the price or not. As of right now the "natural" color is the one that we are going with.

Joey, yep, same cell #. Too scared to wheel the taco! I am making my wife bring hers out there. Should be a huge difference compared to my 3.0 :D

xonetruth- I got you added to the list. It's looking like there are going to be many families going which is great!

[slosurfer]

All right! I kind of went through and reworked all the shirts. After some conversations with people, etc... I went with the group pic for the back of the shirts, it shows more of the atmosphere of the dunes and the 4RJ. I will still offer the original back design, you will just have to ask for it specifically when you order. I also added a women's shirt and a hoodie. The women's shirt is the same price as the guys and the hoodies will be $25.

Check them out! (http://www.cafepress.com/slosurfer) This preview also shows the different colors that are available for the different shirts. I think the hoodie is the only one that I am not offering in a different color. Check them out, look at the colors, and let me know what you guys think. I want to be done with the shirt for now till I have to add sponsor names to it. I need to concentrate on getting sponsors now :D

[neliconcept]

ive been trying to figure out how im gonna get there, I think im gonna leave wensday mid afternoon, and arrive earlllly friday morning. try and sleep and drive, sleep and drive kinda deal all the way there, then ill leave laaate saturday night and avoid missing too many classes.

and then I can claim this: "ive been everywhere in a one year span biatches!!!"

[slosurfer]

ive been trying to figure out how im gonna get there, I think im gonna leave wensday mid afternoon, and arrive earlllly friday morning. try and sleep and drive, sleep and drive kinda deal all the way there, then ill leave laaate saturday night and avoid missing too many classes.

and then I can claim this: "ive been everywhere in a one year span biatches!!!"


I did this drive in a day and a half. It isn't too bad. I was also traveling with a little one and a dog, so we had many stops. I was also towing my trailer with my 3.slo so you should make it in a much better time than I did. I left at midnight on a Thursday morning, I went as far as I could the first day, found a rest area and slept for a few hours. Then continued on to Castle Rock in time for lunch on Friday. It is amazing how much slower it is getting places with kids, not to mention, you will fly through those passes that I was crawling up. :D

[neliconcept]

also things will depend if i have a test or huge project due to, the i may not be able to go, but im hoping my best that wont happen and ill be there hopefully

[slosurfer]

I started a list of sponsors for the raffle in the second post. Please show your support for them when it comes time to order stuff for your rig.

[slosurfer]

Weekend Bump! :D :coffee:

[Chris Geiger]

Trail-Gear Inc will be kicking in a knuckle service kit and 10 shirts for the raffle.

http://www.trail-gear.com/images/knuckle-kit-225.jpg

[Cebby]

Trail-Gear Inc will be kicking in a knuckle service kit and 10 shirts for the raffle.

http://www.trail-gear.com/images/knuckle-kit-225.jpg


Welcome aboard Chris! That's a heck of great first post!!

[slosurfer]

Chris, that's awesome! Thank you for supporting the Jamboree. :thumbup: Welcome to UY! :D

[slosurfer]

Make sure to check out our event sponsors in POST 2 (http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.php?option=com_smf&Itemid=26&topic=552.msg3481#msg3481)


Tshirt ordering info is also posted in the 1st post.

[reggie 00]

Trail-Gear Inc will be kicking in a knuckle service kit and 10 shirts for the raffle.

http://www.trail-gear.com/images/knuckle-kit-225.jpg


Sweeeett i need that for my 83.
Where is my luck Buddha at.....

My brother thinks we are crazy to do this in Oct. Says it will be cold.
Wimp.

[slosurfer]

My brother thinks we are crazy to do this in Oct. Says it will be cold.
Wimp.


http://www.city-data.com/city/Pismo-Beach-California.html
Scroll down till you hit the weather part that shows the yearly graph for tempurature. Show that to your bro, we'll be fine. there's a reason real estate is rediculous here. :flipoff:

[Chris Geiger]

Temps are fine in Pismo year round! It is located right next to the ocean and that keeps it coolk in the summer and warmer in the winter.

[BruceTS]

October cold :headscratch: :rofl: your brother is :screwy:

[slosurfer]

Chris, are you or any of your guys going to be able to make it? :D

[slosurfer]

JnJ is coming up with goodie bags for the kids, if you have any ideas of items that would be cool pm me or JnJ. Thanks

[slo-vic]

I'll send you out a gift certificate, stickers and few t-shirts.

Vic Carroll
Advance Adapters Inc.

[Ric]

Trail-Gear Inc will be kicking in a knuckle service kit and 10 shirts for the raffle.

http://www.trail-gear.com/images/knuckle-kit-225.jpg


wooow, thats cool, when i asked them about the Co4RJ they was pretty rude to me, glad you guys are getting support, congrads thats awesome.... i still would love to make it out there

[neliconcept]

Ric I could use a Convoy buddy hehe, drive out with me :)

[slosurfer]

I'll send you out a gift certificate, stickers and few t-shirts.

Vic Carroll
Advance Adapters Inc.


:clap: :bowdown: :thumbup: Thank you Vic and Advance Adapters, much appreciated. :clap:

[slosurfer]

Ric I could use a Convoy buddy hehe, drive out with me :)


Most definately! Just don't stop in Vegas on your way out, save that for the trip back! :smokin:

[Ric]

Ric I could use a Convoy buddy hehe, drive out with me :)


Most definately! Just don't stop in Vegas on your way out, save that for the trip back! :smokin:


you aint kidding, save the cash for the way home.. woohooo we are "thinking" about it

[neliconcept]

i cant be gamblin now :) lol ill have to save myself from the casinos, id go broke

[slosurfer]

i cant be gamblin now :) lol ill have to save myself from the casinos, id go broke


:lol: From the way it looks, you would have to gamble with parts. That's dual cases on red, coilovers on 21. :D


By the way everyone make sure to check out our sponsors list. :thumbup:

[neliconcept]

i cant be gamblin now :) lol ill have to save myself from the casinos, id go broke


:lol: From the way it looks, you would have to gamble with parts. That's dual cases on red, coilovers on 21. :D


By the way everyone make sure to check out our sponsors list. :thumbup:


lol so freakin true

[BruceTS]

almost forgot about this footage...... Pismo = FUN

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxdFzPtZCYk

[slosurfer]

Bruce, nice video! Pismo really is fun, especially in the off season when it isn't nearly as crowded. My 4runner is in no way a dune slayer, but it is still a blast!

[slosurfer]

T-shirts! Just a reminder, I need to have your orders in by Sept. 9th so that they will make it here in time for the event.

Shirt ordering info:
Adult shirt- $15.00 Natural or Ash Grey
Women's shirt- $15.00 Light Yellow or Light Pink
Kids shirt- $14.00 White or Ash Grey
Toddler shirt- $9.00 White, Pink, or Yellow
Hoodie- $25.00 Ash Grey

The shirts will be available for pickup at the event. If you want a shirt and cannot make the event, add $5.00 for shipping. All shipped t-shirts will be sent out the day after the event.

Send paypal payment to (stoveck_one@hotmail.com) Make sure to include your name and screenname, sizes, color, and type of shirt. If you don't have paypal, send me a pm and I will give you my address to send a check.
Once again orders need to be in by Sept. 9th.

P.S.
I am not making anything off these shirts, anything left over after I pay shipping will be put towards something for the raffle (shirt, hoodie, etc...) Feel free to PM me if you have any questions.

[slosurfer]

JnJ, shirt order received. :thumbup:

[YotaGirl]

Cool! This is going to be a great trip, too! I can't wait! :banana:

[slosurfer]

I started a list of suggested items to bring in the first post. Let me know if you think of anything else and I will add it to the list. Here is what I have so far:

Some suggested items to bring for dune running and camping:

Spare set of keys (sand can have a funny way of swallowing up important things)
Water for drinking, cleaning, etc... especially if you are camping
If tent camping, some kind of sand stakes or at least heavy items to leave in the corners of your tent.
Toilet Paper :poke:
Warm clothes (it can really cool off at night)
Wet weather gear (we'll keep an eye on the weather as it gets closer)
Small broom and dustpan for those tent camping (it won't take you long to figure out why you need it)
Shovel (helpfull for many things in the sand, in the camp and while out on the dunes)
Snatch strap (no metal hooks!)
CB or at least some of those little handheld family radios (we will run both)
Piece of plywood or other wood to put your jack on to keep it from sinking in the sand in the event you need to use it.
Fire Extinguisher
First Aid kit (we will have some out there, but it is always a great idea to have a small stocked one in your vehicle)
....more to come as I think of other things

[xonetruthcrewx]

So whats the plan for the 12th? When does everyone plan on getting there? Is everyone planning on camping in one general area, or just wherever?

[slosurfer]

I plan on going out there early Friday (possibly Thursday night) and staking out a general camping area for us. I plan on prerunning the dunes a few times before the event and will have a GPS coordinate for the proposed camp and a decent description of the spot so that those without GPS can find it.

The 12th will be kind of lax and you can do what you want. Depending on who is there in time, we may do a little night run to Garcia Ridge. Oh and probably a nice fire going also. :D It shouldn't be very crowded so the camp should be easy to spot.

There are no campsites, so don't be alarmed that you don't get a number with your reservation.

[xonetruthcrewx]

Right On. I was just wondering if the spot is going to be out in the dunes or near the Ocean. It would be nice to be by the ocean. The sound of it is relaxing.

[slosurfer]

Right On. I was just wondering if the spot is going to be out in the dunes or near the Ocean. It would be nice to be by the ocean. The sound of it is relaxing.


Don't worry, you will hear and see the ocean from camp, but it probably won't be down right at the high tide mark. Just a little ways up is good.

Here is a pic from last years trip. You can see how crowded it is in the summer, we will be camped closer to the water than this.
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Pismo%204RJ06/IMG_4269.jpg

[neliconcept]

ill be sleeping in the back of my truck most likely, ill be 4wd for sure, inless they screw up my tail shaft and i have to get a new tranny, then im just gonna start selling ####

[slosurfer]

Who would be interested in having Clam Chowder Bread Bowls from Splash Cafe delivered out to us for dinner on Sat.(actually I would go pick it up)? I just got off the phone with Joanne at Splash Cafe and she can cut us a deal, it will be $4.75 per breadbowl (normally $5.70) and she is throwing in all the utensils, napkins, etc... For those that don't like clam chowder, we can call in your orders for other stuff and I can pick it up when I pick the chowder and bread bowls.

Splash Cafe Menu (http://www.splashcafe.com/menu.html)

Let me know what you guys think. If you haven't had their chowder, it is awesome and has been somewhat of a tradition to go eat there during other P4RJ's This way, we are getting a better deal, plus you don't have to deal with airing up, going into town, and dealing with parking, etc...

[YotaGirl]

I think that sounds like a great idea! I know Justin will be ordering clam chowder. I'll probably order something else as I don't really like clams.

Edit: Just looked at the menu...I'll have to decide between the Ahi tuna sandwich or the chili bread bowl. Both sound really good! :P

[xonetruthcrewx]

I think i will just stick to my plan of cooking up some veggie burgers and tofu dogs. Good thought though.

[Good Times]

Chris, this is awesome news!!!! we definitely should do this as it'll be a great opportunity for those that have never had their chowder :) I must say it's a MUST HAVE!

[slosurfer]

I think i will just stick to my plan of cooking up some veggie burgers and tofu dogs. Good thought though.


No problem, my wife is somewhat of a vegetarian, so I understand (she does eat fish though :D)



Chris, this is awesome news!!!! we definitely should do this as it'll be a great opportunity for those that have never had their chowder :) I must say it's a MUST HAVE!


I thought you would like that. I couldn't believe it when she called me, I had totally given up on them, I thought my email may have been overlooked. She was totally cool, she has us down in her events calender. I just need to call her a couple days before to let her know the final number then we will figure out how many gallons to buy, etc...

For right now I am just looking to see who is interested and to get somewhat of a count going. I don't need a final count yet, just want to make sure there are enough interested to make it worthwhile. Post up what you think.

[boogyman]

we'd be interested in splash cafe for dinner saturday night. what an awesome idea :D

chris, you'll be gettin my order for a couple of shirts here soon too. i'll drop you an email when i place the order.

Russell

[slosurfer]

Russell, sounds good, try not to stick your arm in the hot chowder this trip. :flipoff:
We missed you guys at June Lake this year.

[elripster]

Chris, how is the surf there that time of year?

Frank

[neliconcept]

im still coming it looks like, most of my tests are the week before or week after it looks like and only one of my classes actually takes attendence (italian)

all i know, cliff shot bloks and cliff bars are in order for the drive down

[Seanz0rz]

chris, we talked last night, i am actually going to try to make it up. ill know more in the coming weeks. but i might just order a tshirt anyway! haha.

[slosurfer]

Joey, I got your shirt order today. Don't worry, I will make sure you get it, if you miss Pismo because you are deployed. :thumbup: I know you'll make it though. :king:

[slosurfer]

Chris, how is the surf there that time of year?
Frank


Frank, there should be something rideable in the mornings. Evenings are usually blown out. You could also head into town to ride the pier. What size are you riding?



im still coming it looks like, most of my tests are the week before or week after it looks like and only one of my classes actually takes attendence (italian)

all i know, cliff shot bloks and cliff bars are in order for the drive down


Sounds good! You will have a blast and should have some great opportunity for pictures.



chris, we talked last night, i am actually going to try to make it up. ill know more in the coming weeks. but i might just order a tshirt anyway! haha.


Sean, that sounds good. I'll find out about last minute camping for you. I just have to find out what time the kiosk closes that takes your $$$. Or if you know a couple days ahead, you just get your reservation online. There shouldn't be a problem of them running out of reservations, so that's good.

[Bob98SR5]

Who would be interested in having Clam Chowder Bread Bowls from Splash Cafe delivered out to us for dinner on Sat.(actually I would go pick it up)? I just got off the phone with Joanne at Splash Cafe and she can cut us a deal, it will be $4.75 per breadbowl (normally $5.70) and she is throwing in all the utensils, napkins, etc... For those that don't like clam chowder, we can call in your orders for other stuff and I can pick it up when I pick the chowder and bread bowls.

oh most definitely in! chris, i can go into town with you to help. let me know what else i can do to help.

bob

[neliconcept]

found out I have a test in history on the friday of that weekend, however thats easily done by just having it earlier then expected.

so i think im still a go

[slosurfer]

Get in your shirt orders

So far I have only received a few shirt orders, I need to have the orders in by the 10th. I will be placing the full order on the 11th. PM me if you have any questions about ordering.

cplvc, I got yours. :thumbup:


Edit: You guys may get a couple extra days, as I will be on the Mojave Rd. Fri.-Sun. so I won't be able to work on the shirts at all over the weekend. :D

[YotaGirl]

Come on guys! Order your shirts!!! :D Chris is putting in a lot time planning this trip and designing and ordering stuff...the least we can do is send our orders in a timely manner! Thanks Chris for all of your hard work! :bowdown: :king:

[neliconcept]

ive been out of it somewhat ill send in my order real soon

[BruceTS]

just sent $30.00 for 2 shirts...

[boogyman]

i sent mine in for 2 as well this morning

[scottiac]

I'm in, reserved, and T-shirts ordered!

[slosurfer]

I'm in, reserved, and T-shirts ordered!


Got your order! See ya in the sand. I was worried, I hadn't heard from you in awhile.



i sent mine in for 2 as well this morning



just sent $30.00 for 2 shirts...


I got your orders also. :thumbup: And I received elripster's order. Thanks, guys!

[cabbage]

If anyone breaks down (burnt clutch...) in the dunes and needs a vehicle trailer , let me know. You guys are welcome to borrow mine. I might trailer my red truck (if we finish it by then...) so its there for you guys to use. :)

[slosurfer]

Milton, that's awesome. I hope you get it ready in time.

We need to do some prerunning here soon. I'll give you a call next week.

Also, I just got your shirt order. :thumbup:

[iceman601]

Just placed an order for a shirt....mark me down for Saturday :thumbup:

[slosurfer]

Just placed an order for a shirt....mark me down for Saturday :thumbup:


Got it! Are you just planning on being there for Sat.?

[reggie 00]

sorry late had to make sure the bills got paid first.

Order sent,

Thanks Chris

[slosurfer]

sorry late had to make sure the bills got paid first.

Order sent,

Thanks Chris


Reggie, no problem. I got in last night at 1am so I probably won't finish up the shirts and send the order in till tomorrow night. :angel:

[YotaGirl]

Just a reminder...if you are bringing kids and you haven't posted up their ages please do so soon. I am getting ready to get prizes for them and I don't want anyone left out!!

[neliconcept]

i want to send my order in Chris, however my paypal account is frozen, cant really do much there

[slosurfer]

i want to send my order in Chris, however my paypal account is frozen, cant really do much there



Neli, you have PM

[slosurfer]

:spank: Okay, all you slackers who still want shirts, you have a few more hours to put your orders in. If you don't have Paypal, pm me and we can work something out. :flipoff:

[L33T35T Tacoma]

Alight, my girlfriend and I finally reserved both our trucks

Chris the clam chowder idea sounds great!!!

Also i emailed you about getting a shirt, is it too late?

[slosurfer]

Jason, not too late on the shirts. You have a few more hours.

[expatoz]

Chris,

If its too late that's cool, but I placed my order at the 120 forum and will paypal money to you in the am. Sorry for being a PITA slacker.

Cheers
Mark

[slosurfer]

Mark, good to hear from you! Go ahead and send it.

[slosurfer]

Shirts and hoodies are ordered!

For those that may have missed out or spaced it on the shirts. I may do another round before the event if there is time. Also, after the event, you will be able to purchase them straight from the website.

:( Sadly, from now on everything will be $3.00 more. As of sometime around the end of Aug. Cafepress implemented a $3.00 charge for printing the second side. :spank: :flipoff: Needless to say, I am a little pissed right now. :argue: Too late to search for another tshirt company and too late to change the design.

[elripster]

Have you all selected a CB channel in case those arrive at night need help finding the group? It shouldn't be too hard but it can't hurt.

Frank

[slosurfer]

We haven't picked one yet. I plan on doing a prerun either this weekend or next. I'll post the cb channel along with a description of where the camp will be.

[cabbage]

Chris, can I paypal you the extra $6 that you have to pay for the increase in price for the 2 t-shirts I ordered? Let me know, you shouldnt have to pay for it out of your own pocket.

[YotaGirl]

Chris, can I paypal you the extra $6 that you have to pay for the increase in price for the 2 t-shirts I ordered? Let me know, you shouldnt have to pay for it out of your own pocket.


I agree

[papa_smurf]

papa_smurf +3 Emily 17,Victor 18 and Anna 23

[slosurfer]

papa_smurf, welcome to UY and I added you to the list. :thumbup: See ya on the sand.


cabbage and JnJ, I really appreciate it, I'll send you a PM.

[cooldry]

Hey Chris, just to let you know, I'm not coming up alone. I guess I should have been more specific. I'm bringing up a friend and her 1 year old son. I hope this doesn't throw a wrench into things. :D

[slosurfer]

Hey Chris, just to let you know, I'm not coming up alone. I guess I should have been more specific. I'm bringing up a friend and her 1 year old son. I hope this doesn't throw a wrench into things. :D


What?!!!? That's it, you are uninvited now! :flipoff:


























:tongueout: No problem, I'll edit the list. Oh yeah, what year is your 80?

[Good Times]

:tongueout: No problem, I'll edit the list. Oh yeah, what year is your 80?


you think he's bringing his 80? dude.... you know he's gonna hitch a ride w/ bob cuz that's 80 is not his I tell ya! :flipoff:

[slosurfer]

you think he's bringing his 80? dude.... you know he's gonna hitch a ride w/ bob cuz that's 80 is not his I tell ya! :flipoff:


:lol: :rofl: I'm trying positive thinking to make sure he brings it. Although, that thing isn't even a "mall crawler", it's a "driveway beauty". You know he just got that fancy Slee bumper so he had something to chain his bike to. :flipoff:

[BruceTS]

Chris, can I paypal you the extra $6 that you have to pay for the increase in price for the 2 t-shirts I ordered? Let me know, you shouldnt have to pay for it out of your own pocket.


ditto

[reggie 00]

Chris, can I paypal you the extra $6 that you have to pay for the increase in price for the 2 t-shirts I ordered? Let me know, you shouldnt have to pay for it out of your own pocket.


ditto

same here.
let me know whats needed. get it to you on payday.

[slosurfer]

Shirts are in! I'll get pics up tonight of them. :D

[slosurfer]

Oh man, the camera batterie is dead. :shake: I'll have to get pics up tomorrow. :flipoff:

[L33T35T Tacoma]

chris was that 3 dollar charge for the hoodies also? i'll send you 6 bucks gladly

[YotaGirl]

Justin and I were thinking about driving our bus or possibly borrowing a motorhome and towing the 4Runner. How does it work in Pismo camping with a large vehicle? Is it hard to drive on the sand? I've never been anywhere like this before, any tips would be appreciated.

[Bob98SR5]

lower air pressure between 8 and 12 psi and you'll be fine, though i'm not sure about larger motorhomes.

bob

[xonetruthcrewx]

Yeah, i wouldnt lower the tire pressures down on a motorhome like that. I actually have no idea though.

[slosurfer]

Justin and I were thinking about driving our bus or possibly borrowing a motorhome and towing the 4Runner. How does it work in Pismo camping with a large vehicle? Is it hard to drive on the sand? I've never been anywhere like this before, any tips would be appreciated.


Whatever you bring, you will want to air it down as soon as you get on the beach. There is plenty of packed sand right in the beginning, making for a good spot to air down. I'm not sure, but I think your short bus is a duallie? NOt sure how you will air them down, but I know that the Chevron station has the correct type of nozzle for airing up duallies. Even a motorhome, you will want to air down (probably not nearly as far as 5-10 but way down from what they start at). Unless we get a bunch of rain, there will be no creek crossing to deal with. What size motorhome? Some of them big bus ones, may be too low to take in the sand.

Most of the way to camp is packed sand, so getting there is easy. The only tricky part will be where you pull up into the sand to camp. If you are towing your 4runner with the short bus, the safest bet is to unload the 4runner while you are still on the packed sand. That way you will have less weight with the short bus. Does your short bus have front tow hooks? (or does it just have a bike rack :rofl:)

[slosurfer]

slowheelin and I did an improptu prerun for the event. We checked out our proposed camp area and the sand highway. We also ran out to Hi mtn. lookout, did a little bit of Garcia Ridge, and did the last part of hi mtn rd. out to Pozo. I'll have to coordinates and description of our camp area later tonight or tomorrow (whenever I go get my gps out of the 4runner). I'll have pics of the tshirts tomorrow also (I tried to take pics tonight, but the flash was just whiting it all out), they'll photograph better in the morning daylight. :angel:

Prerun thread and pics (http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.php?option=com_smf&Itemid=26&topic=2563.new)

Teaser pic:
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e113/slosurfer27/Pismo%204RJ07/Prerun%20Sep%2007/IMG_6450.jpg

[YotaGirl]

Whatever you bring, you will want to air it down as soon as you get on the beach. There is plenty of packed sand right in the beginning, making for a good spot to air down. I'm not sure, but I think your short bus is a duallie? NOt sure how you will air them down, but I know that the Chevron station has the correct type of nozzle for airing up duallies. Even a motorhome, you will want to air down (probably not nearly as far as 5-10 but way down from what they start at). Unless we get a bunch of rain, there will be no creek crossing to deal with. What size motorhome? Some of them big bus ones, may be too low to take in the sand.

Most of the way to camp is packed sand, so getting there is easy. The only tricky part will be where you pull up into the sand to camp. If you are towing your 4runner with the short bus, the safest bet is to unload the 4runner while you are still on the packed sand. That way you will have less weight with the short bus. Does your short bus have front tow hooks? (or does it just have a bike rack :rofl:)


The motor home we are thinking about borrowing is about 30 ft. I'll look go look at it today and take some pictures, ya'll can tell me what you think.

The bus is not a duelly so airing down should be pretty easy if we go that route.

I'm not sure if the bus has front tow hooks. It has no bike rack (although that is a good idea :hillbill: )!

[slosurfer]

Jenn, make sure to check if the motorhome has front tow hooks also.