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What's going on in SoCal Thread

Discussion in 'California' started by LMR, Apr 12, 2014.

  1. Apr 12, 2014 at 11:01 PM
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    Couldn't think of a better first thread in this section. Post up any meets, events, wheeling runs, ect.

    Last minute post but going on Pilot Rock Truck Trial in the morning.
     
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  2. Apr 14, 2014 at 7:37 AM
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    I was gonna create a thread for socal but then I was all conflicted about whether it should just be a general socal thread or if I should create one just for my local area since socal's pretty big...then I never was able to come to a decision and didn't do anything cause I was :goingcrazy:

    Anyone else have any runs or meets planned?
     
  3. Apr 15, 2014 at 10:12 AM
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  4. Apr 15, 2014 at 10:45 AM
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    Good to see a regular meet coming together. COB spending a whole day was admirable. Then some clown starts bitching about location. SoCal is too frkn huge. It's a dilemma, one centrally located meet or many local meets..? Never gonna be able to please everyone. Too far south, no one from LA shows up. Too far north, no one from SD shows up. U can't win. COB did the right thing IMO.
     
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  5. Apr 15, 2014 at 10:49 AM
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    Yes he did!!
     
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  6. Apr 15, 2014 at 11:21 AM
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    I'll be there!! ^^ :)
     
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  7. Apr 16, 2014 at 7:48 PM
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    I hope to make some of these but Fridays are hard
    Also there is an event coming up April 25-27. It's called calico days. Anyone who might be interested can check the sons of thunder 4x4 web site and they will be posting more details. This is our monthly meet for April but it is a bigger event than that. With other 4x4 clubs also.
     
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  8. Apr 19, 2014 at 7:02 AM
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    A few things here and there. Still dreaming up stuff
    I was always down to drive. In most cases it was no more than an hour to a meet. Really if So-Cal is going to be broke down it should be by county. That keeps all the locals, local to the area they live for fast meets etc etc. I know I tried to get a few runs together at Deer Springs but it was always hard for the LA guys to make it because of the location and same with the OC guys coming over the 74.

    In the end just shut up and wheel already

    Blue
     
  9. Apr 22, 2014 at 6:40 PM
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    Just a bump to make sure all who wants get a chance to see and participate.
     
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    Good plan. It was great to meet you today by the way!
     
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  11. Apr 22, 2014 at 8:50 PM
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    You as well my friend. You have done an amazing job bring back a great runner.
     
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  12. Apr 23, 2014 at 1:29 PM
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    Just confirming Saturday at Calico. Won't be camping out tho. Just a day run with the little woman!
     
  13. Apr 23, 2014 at 4:21 PM
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    Bumping to remind everyone about the monthly meet and greet this Friday the 25th.
     
  14. Apr 24, 2014 at 7:48 AM
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    heard weather might not be the best. thinking about going up saturday myself. my bro-in-law in a club that is having event. scoutswest.
     
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  15. Apr 24, 2014 at 12:40 PM
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    They are doing the same thing as we are I believe. The weather report has gotten much better. Down to like 15% chance rain.
     
  16. Apr 24, 2014 at 12:55 PM
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    thats great! though i dont own scout i've been invited by them..., but not too sure on this one. i may still need a couple items for safety inspection and not sure if i can do all in one day. thinkin i may go hang out just for fun.
    of course $$$ & time this weekend may change (especially if im not able to run trails) or i would've prolly gone for all three days... have been very busy last couple month's and need catching up at home.
    i am lookin forward to any stuff local thats not too extreme. so KEEP ME POSTED gentlemen.
    cheers!
     
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  17. Apr 26, 2014 at 9:42 PM
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    I'm local so socal specifically torrance and would like to be kept up with the meets and trips here
    I'm still a TW guy and ill probably be passenger for some guys running the Miller Jeep Trail on the 3rd of may
     
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    I will be heading up to the GreenValleyLake/BigBear area this Saturday May 3rd with my buddy to run either the White Mtn. Trail or Lower Larga Flats. Maybe both time permitting. We will meet up at the Valero Station, 32755 Hwy. 18 Running Springs CA @ 8am. If u can make it, great! Sorry for the late notice...
     
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    did you guys make it to calico?
     
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    image.jpg image.jpg image.jpg Yes we made it out to Calico. Ran the Doran Loop. Got past the Gatekeeper! Headin up to Green Valley tommorow morning to run Lower Larga Flats. Join us if u can.
    Here some shots from Calico:
     
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    nice...never been before. seems ive seen alot of pics/video from what looks to be that obstacle... whats larga flats like?
     
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    image.jpg image.jpg image.jpg It's your typical rocky trail. Pretty easy except for a few boulder fields. Unfortunately I don't have too many good pics of it, just vids and they won't load.
     
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  23. May 16, 2014 at 11:03 AM
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    It's back!!!!!!!!!!!!

    3rd OFFICIAL T4R.ORG Meet and Greet:
    FRIDAY, MAY 30th @ 7PM
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    5 freeway, exit El Toro Rd.
     
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    I say we coincidentally have our first 4Runners.com meet and greet at the same time and place... :devil:
     
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    :popcorn: Me and my Tacoma might attend
     
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    As the organizer of the event, it would be an honor to have the 4Runners.com/TacomaWorld.com crew come out and visit!

    I think it's a great idea. Should I post another thread or you think this one will do?
     
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    Another thread specifically for this event would be a good idea :thumbsup:
     
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    Some TW members from up north are coming down to wheels Hungry Valley this weekend if anyone wants to join.
     
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    More info/details, like where and time they are meeting up. Thanks
     
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