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Carpenter

January 16th, 2003, 09:01

Okay, the January ride crapped out on us so let's get the ball rolling for Feb. and not procrastinate. Since a few are going to Winterfest how about we plan on the third of fourth weekend in Feb.? I went to Windrock last weekend and I really think you guys would like it there. There are literaly dozens and dozens of trails and new ones are added monthly, beautiful scenery too. Summertown is still an option that I think this group would enjoy. I think Heather wants to save Gardendale until March so we'll save that one. Anyone have any other suggestions? How about we nail something down by the end of January so we can get a good turn out?

ps, we're still riding this weekend if anyone wants to brave the snow. Lockers and winch are now mandatory though.

2badxj's

January 16th, 2003, 23:37

Are we still meeting at the same place and tiime? As long as the roads stay open, I'll be there. Do we know how many are definate show-ups. Or has everybody given up? Where is Windrock by the way?

Carpenter

January 17th, 2003, 07:23

As far as the ride this weekend goes I'm the only one that I know of that is showing up from NAXJA or in a Cherokee period. That's why I wanted to get the ball rolling for next month. A few of us are still riding but the conditions should be pretty hairy. Two lockers are mandatory now. My Jeep is full this weekend so unless you're Jeep is put back together you will have to ride with Dan and his Jeep has no top, no windshield, and no heat. Windrock is in Oliver Springs, TN near Oak Ridge.

2badxj's

January 20th, 2003, 22:54

Hey, where did everybody gooooo???? Just trying to find out why nobody has posted in the last few days.

Carpenter

January 21st, 2003, 08:08

[quote:e99bc27634="2badxj's"]Hey, where did everybody gooooo???? Just trying to find out why nobody has posted in the last few days.[/quote:e99bc27634]

There have been alot of people veiwing, just noone posting. Interest in the SE NAXJA thing seems to come and go. At least that's how I've viewed it over the past few years. That said we had a good time last weekend. Only one other XJ showed up though. We had six rigs total and we moved pretty quick, real quick coming down a snow covered Brenda's Hill! Everyone got at least one dent sliding all over the snow/ice/mud covered trial. We also lost one bead and had one VERY near rollover. Other than that we had a very fun ride despite the low turn out and very cold temperatures. Anyway, here are the only pictures to come out of the trip.

http://www.fototime.com/inv/48FD665E3D81220

[img:e99bc27634]http://www.fototime.com/9446F44E05F98CD/standard.jpg[/img:e99bc27634]

Brent 88XJ

January 21st, 2003, 16:47

Wes,
I see my nice slide into a ditch before I even get to the trail picture is making the rounds. :oops:

I made it back to chattanooga without problem after we pulled my tie rod. Time for some replacements I think. It was a great ride and the Jeep did well on its trial run. Found the weak spots though

I was impressed how little body damage you managed to get . . . I am pretty beat up, of course I wasn't realy trying to avoid it either as my jeep isn't pretty

Brent

January 22nd, 2003, 06:36

my jeep is pretty!

January 22nd, 2003, 16:10

Feb. 22. I'll e-mail them and set it up :D

Carpenter

January 23rd, 2003, 09:11

I'll plan on being there.

January 26th, 2003, 19:58

It's set up! We will be riding at Summertown on Feb. 22nd for all those who wanna come! :D

roXJeepr

January 27th, 2003, 21:06

We won't need 5 lockers, 2 winches and 38's will we?? If not, I may be there.

Carpenter

January 27th, 2003, 21:51

[quote:028ac4d6bc="roXJeepr"]We won't need 5 lockers, 2 winches and 38's will we?? If not, I may be there.[/quote:028ac4d6bc]

Is that supposed to be aimed at me since the ride I tried to get together in Monteagle was aimed at the more built rigs? I was only trying to make sure noone showed up under-equipped and got into something they would regret or couldn't handle. I've been in that position and I didn't want anyone getting into trouble on a trail like Stagecoach. I would have much rather turned someone away then say "sure come on" and have them destroy thier rig trying to run a trial they shouldn't be on. I also tried to make it clear that we could accomodate anyone who wanted to ride. Maybe my posts weren't clear or my tone was mistaken but I'll ride with anyone any time and on any trail. I just try to make sure it's going to be fun for everyone. If I'm reading too much into this then I appologize, I sincerely do but it seems you are directing that comment at the last ride and that means me. Again, if I'm way off then I appologize.

roXJeepr

January 28th, 2003, 20:50

[quote:4fce0e4656="Carpenter"][quote:4fce0e4656="roXJeepr"]We won't need 5 lockers, 2 winches and 38's will we?? If not, I may be there.[/quote:4fce0e4656]

Is that supposed to be aimed at me since the ride I tried to get together in Monteagle was aimed at the more built rigs?[/quote:4fce0e4656]

It was aimed (in a half-serious smart-ass way) at whoever said if you don't have a built rig you can ride with the yuppies in the Rover group. Damn man, that's like a bullet in a Jeepers heart!! Let's see...ride with the yuppies or beat the livin hell outta my Jeep?? I really don't think another dent is gonna hurt it none. It was good that info was offered about what kind of stuff to expect on that trail, but whoever threw me the box of crayons and told me to sit down and color was in the wrong. It should have gone something like this..."If you go into Stagecoach with no locker(s) or winch you can expect to die there. Use your own discretion". Yeah, now I can dig that. I can use good judgement or die by stupidity, but no feelings hurt. I really hope I'm not blowing this outta proportion, just wanted you (or whomever it was that said the Rover thing) to know where I'm coming from. 8)

Kudzu

January 29th, 2003, 12:39

Alright boys play nice...LOL I can't wait to wheel...

We need a head count for Summertown also like to know when you will be arriving.

I will most likly come up Fri night...

Carpenter

January 29th, 2003, 13:40

I'll be there early Sat. morning. I will get in touch with Chuck and Greddy here in Nashville and see if they will come and play with us, I haven't seen those guys in forever. If the weather is nice I might come a day early and camp, who knows, as of now I'll be there Sat. morning though.

January 29th, 2003, 14:54

I'll probably be there Saturday morning,and stay at a motel Saturday night. Where are we gonna be meeting? Heather,are ya'll gonna bring my tire? Hope so. I'm about to go out and buy 2 more new ones this weekend,then all I need is one more and it'll be TSL's for Tellico!! :D WOO-HOO!!

Carpenter

January 30th, 2003, 14:28

Heather, did you guys ever get all the bugs out of the coil suspension on the rear of the red XJ? I forgot all about that until today, which XJ will you guys be in this trip? See you there.

Wes

January 30th, 2003, 19:01

wes, is this place worth me loading up and driving for hours? I don't mind running a tame trail or two,but if I'm going to drive the far I need to grip the seat with my butt a time or two also.Anyone know how far from greensboro,NC it is?

roXJeepr

January 30th, 2003, 20:48

Do we have a meet time/place yet and some directions maybe?

Carpenter

January 30th, 2003, 21:27

[quote:00643f1cb5="bigwood"]wes, is this place worth me loading up and driving for hours? I don't mind running a tame trail or two,but if I'm going to drive the far I need to grip the seat with my butt a time or two also.Anyone know how far from greensboro,NC it is?[/quote:00643f1cb5]

There are a few good spots in Summertown to get your blood pumping. It's no Tellico or Monteagle though. Check out www.wheelininthecountry.com for a few pictures of the area. I don't know that I would come that far unless you're just looking for a change of scenery. If you do come down you're welcome to stay with me or Dan, we could take you out on the town in the Music City. If you would rather ride something a little tougher a little sooner, Dan and I are headed to Windrock (Oak Ridge, TN) next weekend (Feb. 8th) to hit up Rattlerock. Trust me, you would love that trail, boulders the size of easy boys as far as the eye can see straight up the side of a mountain. It's nothing steep or anything but it's the most technical trail I have ever seen in person. It kind of looks like some of the pictures I've seen of Johnson Valley but with trees. Check out www.rattlerock.com for some pictures of that trail.

February 3rd, 2003, 07:56

I'm up for rattlerock this weekend, 5 hours sounds much better than 11 hour to Attica. If you can give me a call here at the shop 336-852-7803 and lets set up a time and polace to meet.Or try me at home 336-547-8402

February 3rd, 2003, 09:07

you bringing beast40 with you since you got a 2 car hauler?????

February 3rd, 2003, 10:10

Just Jim, no posers.........We are going to get there thursday night and ride fri. and sat. You guys still just riding on sat?

February 3rd, 2003, 12:39

i will be in knoxville friday and then to windrock for sat and sun. The guy in the yellow tube buggy is coming with me. Do you have an open seat greg? I think wes is looking for a ride.

Carpenter

February 3rd, 2003, 13:50

Greg, Dan is supposed to call you later but if he doesn't post here and I will give you a ring Tuesday night. I haven't made up my mind wether or not I want to drive this weekend, if I don't will you or Jim have an open seat?

Ghost

February 7th, 2003, 21:00

When I have to go and do family stuff?

Kudzu

February 14th, 2003, 03:14

[b:db6103a2d0]Okay need a head count for next weekend...Meeting at 9am at the registration area. Who'[s comeing in when???

Kevin and I plan on coming up Fri night.

Mike could you call and find out about camping for the group if some want to come in Fri night and if some want to stay Sat. night..

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Carpenter

February 14th, 2003, 07:08

I'll be there, me and Greddy Dixner are caravaning up Sat. morning. Which time zone are we going by?

Kudzu

February 14th, 2003, 11:58

What is the time zone there Central I think...

:lol:

Carpenter

February 14th, 2003, 14:19

CST :D

February 14th, 2003, 18:07

I'm there! I'll call tomorrow to find out about the camping! :D

a-mechanic

February 14th, 2003, 18:40

I'll be there fri. night.Kudzu, let me know where your camping and i'll probably stay there also.(unless you guys want your privacy or don't want me :( )

Kudzu

February 15th, 2003, 04:22

Well we were sort of just going to hit the walmart parking lot and crash til morning and then just head over there in the morning for a quick shower...

It all depends on what they have going on as to how late they will be around...

About what time would you be coming over we could meet up???

February 16th, 2003, 06:56

I tried calling the phone number on their web site,but it said "no longer in service" or "disconnected" or something like that. I shot them an e-mail inquiring about camping accomodations and am waiting to hear back from them. As soon as I know,I'll post the info.

a-mechanic

February 16th, 2003, 11:31

i'll be leaving from kennesaw @4:00 should be there between 7:30-8:00pm what is the closest town? and where is wally world?

Kudzu

February 16th, 2003, 11:33

:lol: :lol:
Hey Mike I got a Super Swamper I am sellling CHEAP you want it????
Picked it up from some guy down in B'Ham

February 16th, 2003, 13:46

Sure! As long as you take bouncing checks! :lol: I got a response from the guys at Summertown,and they've got free primitive camping spots,free electrical RV hookups,and free firewood. They said they also have showers,restrooms, and food available,too.

Kudzu

February 16th, 2003, 14:03

Great so all we need now is directions...I know how to get with in 10 miles of the place but thats it...Maybe Danno still has the ones he sent out last time...

I believe we will just go on over to the park and crash get up and hit the showers in the morning.

Jim 01XJ

February 16th, 2003, 14:18

Hey Heather, not sure if you remember me. I was at the all SE NAXJA ride there at summertown a year ago. Anyway, I am back down in the Atlanta area. They were nice people up there at the ORV park. They let me stay in a camper they had there. They do have showers there which is nice, but unless they have done anything about it, in front of the showers and the place where they put the campers and stuff was real muddy. Just something to consider. When is the ride anyway, I REALLY enjoyed that place. Especially after parking my truck and riding with the guy in that Cherokee/International hybrid. I liked the ride up the creek to that was fun. It may be a little far for me to go, but when is it? JIM

Carpenter

February 16th, 2003, 14:37

Copied from thier website:

From Nashville:

Take I65 to exit 46, the Columbia/Chapel Hill Exit. Turn right off the exit ramp and continue down this road, it will take you to Columbia. At the second red light, keep going straight across. This is Hwy. 412 & Hwy. 43 South. Stay on this for approx. 18 mi, and look for a "Summertown Tire" sign and take the next road to the left (Look for our banner). This is Freedom Rd. Stay on this road until it dead ends then turn right. Take the next road on the left - this is Anderson Creek Rd. Continue about 2 mi. and look for the large green and tan building on your left.

From Memphis:

Take 64E to Lawrenceburg, TN. At the 43 & 64 intersection, turn left. Go through Lawrenceburg heading north on Highway 43. From the Wal-Mart go 7 mi. North and look for the sign on your right. Turn right on Alexander Springs Rd. Take the road on your right. That road will fork, go left. We are located on the 3rd road on your right - Anderson Creek Rd. Continue about 2 mi. and look for the large green and tan building on your left.