FODS VI will be held in Moab-March 21-24, 2013.

[beemerdons]

I'll be carrying one gallon of extra gas for those with stock tanks. I think this ride (White Rim Trail) should be good for anyone with the motivation to complete it. We will not leave anyone behind and laugh at ourselves if/when we fall down. Everyone should be pretty self sufficient or pair up with others so that you make a team that can repair a flat or otherwise get your bike out. If you need a buddy let me know because I'll probably need one too.

If it's anything like riding in the high-desert it can be real cold in the morning, hot mid-day and cold again in the evening. A little rain or snow is no big deal as long as it doesn't flood or stick. Hard to dress for other than layers and have a way to stow the gear you shed. We'll make sure everyone understands the forecast as we know it before leaving. If the weather is crap a trip to the dunes might be plan B.

As green as green can be here in the off roading department. What is a short list of stuff I need to bring on the trail? Please keep it motorcycle related!

Here is what I carry:

Toolbag:

2 tire irons

spare front tube(can be used in the rear in a pinch)

valve stem core remover

axle nut wrenches(motion pro makes combo axle nut wrench/tire irons, very handy)

patch kit

some way to add air(if your bike has a battery wire up a powerlet and get the $9.99 Slime compressor from Walmart and a powerlet adapter)

air pressure guage

appropriate sockets/wrenches for your bike(usually 8,10,12mm for most jap bikes)

combo screw driver

folding metric allen set

leatherman tool or the like

small adjustable wrench

spare master link

zip ties

electrical tape

small assortment of nuts and bolts(most dealerships sell a bolt kit for your bike for ~$25, I put one of every size in the pack in my tool bag)

tow strap

spark plug and wrench

Backpack:

Rain Jacket

Camel Back

Spot

Food

Cell phone/charger/powerlet adapter

extra pair of gloves

microfiber cloth

first aid kit

The most important piece is making sure you can change out a tube/fix a flat with only the tools you have on your bike. Try it at home before you have to try it on the trail. Even with rim locks you cannot make it very far on a flat. Just gets too squirely and ruins a perfectly good rim and tire.

Holy you know what! I might need a buddy to help me carry all this stuff!

Only carry half of a two four of Labatt's Blue Tom and you should have enough room eh!

 

[SaharaJp99]

I'll be carrying one gallon of extra gas for those with stock tanks. I think this ride (White Rim Trail) should be good for anyone with the motivation to complete it. We will not leave anyone behind and laugh at ourselves if/when we fall down. Everyone should be pretty self sufficient or pair up with others so that you make a team that can repair a flat or otherwise get your bike out. If you need a buddy let me know because I'll probably need one too.

If it's anything like riding in the high-desert it can be real cold in the morning, hot mid-day and cold again in the evening. A little rain or snow is no big deal as long as it doesn't flood or stick. Hard to dress for other than layers and have a way to stow the gear you shed. We'll make sure everyone understands the forecast as we know it before leaving. If the weather is crap a trip to the dunes might be plan B.

As green as green can be here in the off roading department. What is a short list of stuff I need to bring on the trail? Please keep it motorcycle related!

Here is what I carry:

Toolbag:

2 tire irons

spare front tube(can be used in the rear in a pinch)

valve stem core remover

axle nut wrenches(motion pro makes combo axle nut wrench/tire irons, very handy)

patch kit

some way to add air(if your bike has a battery wire up a powerlet and get the $9.99 Slime compressor from Walmart and a powerlet adapter)

air pressure guage

appropriate sockets/wrenches for your bike(usually 8,10,12mm for most jap bikes)

combo screw driver

folding metric allen set

leatherman tool or the like

small adjustable wrench

spare master link

zip ties

electrical tape

small assortment of nuts and bolts(most dealerships sell a bolt kit for your bike for ~$25, I put one of every size in the pack in my tool bag)

tow strap

spark plug and wrench

Backpack:

Rain Jacket

Camel Back

Spot

Food

Cell phone/charger/powerlet adapter

extra pair of gloves

microfiber cloth

first aid kit

The most important piece is making sure you can change out a tube/fix a flat with only the tools you have on your bike. Try it at home before you have to try it on the trail. Even with rim locks you cannot make it very far on a flat. Just gets too squirely and ruins a perfectly good rim and tire.

Holy you know what! I might need a buddy to help me carry all this stuff!

Nah! It all fits in the above pictured tool bags and you hardly notice them. It is well worth to have when you are 100 miles from the truck or any help!

 

[yamafitter]

Here is what I carry:
Toolbag:

2 tire irons

spare front tube(can be used in the rear in a pinch)

valve stem core remover

axle nut wrenches(motion pro makes combo axle nut wrench/tire irons, very handy)

patch kit

some way to add air(if your bike has a battery wire up a powerlet and get the $9.99 Slime compressor from Walmart and a powerlet adapter)

air pressure guage

appropriate sockets/wrenches for your bike(usually 8,10,12mm for most jap bikes)

combo screw driver

folding metric allen set

leatherman tool or the like

small adjustable wrench

spare master link

zip ties

electrical tape

small assortment of nuts and bolts(most dealerships sell a bolt kit for your bike for ~$25, I put one of every size in the pack in my tool bag)

tow strap

spark plug and wrench

Backpack:

Rain Jacket

Camel Back

Spot

Food

Cell phone/charger/powerlet adapter

extra pair of gloves

microfiber cloth

first aid kit

The most important piece is making sure you can change out a tube/fix a flat with only the tools you have on your bike. Try it at home before you have to try it on the trail. Even with rim locks you cannot make it very far on a flat. Just gets too squirely and ruins a perfectly good rim and tire.

That is a pretty good list except my riding jacket is Gortex so I don't need an extra rain jacket. I've ridden Enduros for over 30 years and had to fix the bike a couple of times to get out of the woods. One thing I would like to add is bike preparation. Having the bike properly prepared to start with can save a lot of grief out on the trail. One thing I do is run extra heavy duty tubes that are much more puncture resistant than the standard tubes the bikes come with. These come in very handy on rock ledges where standard tubes can be easily pinched. I won't save you every time but it will definitely help.

 

[patch308]

As far as equipment.....if you don't have EVERYTHING on the list, don't worry TOO much about it. If you're going off riding on your own then it's a different matter, but there'll be many of us out there and I, for one, have a pretty comprehensive tool kit for flats and basic repairs on MY bike. You bikes tubes use the same patches, if you get my meaning. A good bike pump will air up tires just fine and you can set the beads with 'em (mine goes up to 100psi if needed...it isn't). As for the rides it sounds like we'll be making, bring what's specific to YOUR bike...ie., spark plug/socket, specific wrenches such as torx or allens, and MAKE SURE YOU HAVE WRENCHES TO PULL YOUR AXLES OFF WITH IN THE EVENT OF A FLAT. Bring a decent size camel back. As for the weather...if you have a small rain jacket then bring it. As for me, if it starts snowing I'm getting off the slick rock and heading back to base. Other than that, I've ridden from about 28 degrees up to 90 degrees in ALMOST the exact same gear (I shed an undershirt when it got hot). I've been a little wet, I've started a little chilly, but you warm up when you get going. The places I'm planning on leading single track rides aren't leagues away from vehicles or where vehicles can get to. If worse comes to worse, we'll get you out. Also, just adding this as a suggestion, but if you happen to have a COMPREHENSIVE SET OF TOOLS then it may help to post up on here and let people know if you're planning the single track or dual sport stuff. I hate to see people go drop a couple hundred bucks on tools they don't need when they could use the cash to better prep the bike itself. As for the single track, get heavy duty tubes, have decent knobbies on (I run intermediate terrain tires, either the Maxxis IT or the Geomax MX51. Both are great tires, the Maxxis seems to be more durable and are the ones I prefer), have good protection for yourself and bike (ie, elbow guards, chest protector/back protector or pressure suit, bark busters or extra shifter/brake lever or both, good knee guards, skid plate, etc).

I have a decent set of tools and will not be leaving anyone to fend for themselves on the single track rides. If you're planning on riding with me and have other ideas besides helping out however you can if someones bike goes down then don't ride with me...just sayin' and 'nuff said. If you have any questions about any of it feel free to let me know. I'm working on maps/routs for the area but none of the single track rides are epic, multi-day tours...they are MOSTLY very clearly marked with paint, cairns, and signs. Other than all that, I'm looking forward to getting in some slick rock and sand dunes!!! (and getting out of this 22 below zero weather!)

 

[beemerdons]

For what it is worth and I hope we do not have to do this: Chuy's Jeep Liberty and motorcycle trailer will serve as the designated "rescue vehicle" for any disabled motorcycles.

 

[johnny80s]

Bad news. I am not going to be able to make this. Work commitments.

 

[beemerdons]

Bad news. I am not going to be able to make this. Work commitments.

Well johnny80s, how in the Hell are patch308 and HotRodZilla going to make an Italian beef sandwich without you in the middle damnit!

 

[HotRodZilla]

AND...******' Johnny has my phone number. Does he call me to tell me this?? Nooooooooo...He sends me a Goddamned PM.

Oh well, that's ok. Work, money and family take presidence. Next time.

That being said, I thought someone else here was looking for a room to share. m thinking we'll just keep our cabin reservation since the hotel is even more. So if one or two more guys wanna jump in the cabin with Patch and I, there should be plenty of beds...As this is not the only trip we are taking this year, the cheaper, the better.

 

[beemerdons]

AND...******' Johnny has my phone number. Does he call me to tell me this?? Nooooooooo...He sends me a Goddamned PM.

Oh for God's sake AJ, johnny80s is a fecking ****! He isn't responsible, like we trustworthy Mexican-Irish are!

 

[Bustanut joker]

Fixed.

 

[beemerdons]

Fixed.

Damn, that is one fine looking Madonna and Child, I'll see if my Priest at St. John's can get this!

 

[HotRodZilla]

Holy Hell that's a cute baby!!

 

[Bustanut joker]

And a pervert at such a young age...Showing wood while mom holds you?

 

[russperry]

I think I'm in for this grand adventure. I'm planning on trailering out to Moab with 2 bikes - gonna bring my FZ1 for maybe a day or two of road riding, and trying to get my hands on a off road machine for at least one of these trail rides.

First item - will need a place to stay. I'm happy to join into a group to cut costs in a cabin - if anyone is looking for another roomie shoot me a PM. If that doesn't work out, I'm OK camping somewhere - being out in the clean air isn't all bad!

Second - anyone have an idea for getting an appropriate bike for the off-road trips? Preferably I can find someone to borrow/rent from but in the end could scratch together a few $$ to buy an older used bike. If anyone could lend a brother a hand or a good suggestion it would be greatly appreciated.

Route - Google maps shows 14+ hours from the Bay Area headed through Bakersfield and Vegas. Doable I suppose in a single day, but might decide on a more scenic route through central Nevada and take it easier, maybe two days - in either case would plan to arrive on Wednesday night.

Looking forward to this one big time!

 

[beemerdons]

FODS VI Attendance List as of 1/9/13. Please Note: If you're going to FODS VI and you're not on this list, contact me or post up in this thread. 480-440-4666 [email protected]

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russperry

SaharaJp99

Uberkul and his Biking Brood

yamafitter, eh

huron52, eh

Steve O - Jorstin

Jorstin's Redneck Brother

BeemerDonS and Son Seth

Chuy's Girlfriend Donna and her Granddaughter Rhianna

Back Road Bob Little

CAJW

sportsguy

Jim "Smokeball" Mulhall

Enrique "Henry" Garza and his wife Dawn

Tuscon Joe and his wife Cec

HotRodZilla

Patch308

johnny80s

AZB Jerry

Barry BearTrax

D Wells

Bruce Cain

Jerry Z

Brian Boles

Foiler and his wife Jenny

Gary "Mudslide" Miller

 

[UberKul]

I think I'm in for this grand adventure. I'm planning on trailering out to Moab with 2 bikes - gonna bring my FZ1 for maybe a day or two of road riding, and trying to get my hands on a off road machine for at least one of these trail rides.
First item - will need a place to stay. I'm happy to join into a group to cut costs in a cabin - if anyone is looking for another roomie shoot me a PM. If that doesn't work out, I'm OK camping somewhere - being out in the clean air isn't all bad!

Second - anyone have an idea for getting an appropriate bike for the off-road trips? Preferably I can find someone to borrow/rent from but in the end could scratch together a few $$ to buy an older used bike. If anyone could lend a brother a hand or a good suggestion it would be greatly appreciated.

Route - Google maps shows 14+ hours from the Bay Area headed through Bakersfield and Vegas. Doable I suppose in a single day, but might decide on a more scenic route through central Nevada and take it easier, maybe two days - in either case would plan to arrive on Wednesday night.

Looking forward to this one big time!

Not sure of your riding experience but a quick search brought up this. $225.00 per day is pretty steep but you get some serious iron and have a clean deal. Borrowing an off road bike can lead to all kinds of problems. I plan on going over Hwy 88 then taking Hwy 50 and staying overnight in Ely. Need to chain 4WD if pulling a trailer when chains are required (thanks Doug).

The Maynard's are down to just Christy and I. This might dwindle even further into just me opening up our cottage to one or two roommates. I'll post up when I know more.

 

[russperry]

Not sure of your riding experience but a quick search brought up this. $225.00 per day is pretty steep but you get some serious iron and have a clean deal. Borrowing an off road bike can lead to all kinds of problems. I plan on going over Hwy 88 then taking Hwy 50 and staying overnight in Ely. Need to chain 4WD if pulling a trailer when chains are required (thanks Doug)
Not sure of your riding experience but a quick search brought up this. $225.00 per day is pretty steep but you get some serious iron and have a clean deal. Borrowing an off road bike can lead to all kinds of problems. I plan on going over Hwy 88 then taking Hwy 50 and staying overnight in Ely. Need to chain 4WD if pulling a trailer when chains are required (thanks Doug)

The Maynard's are down to just Christy and I. This might dwindle even further into just me opening up our cottage to one or two roommates. I'll post up when I know more.

If it came to $225/day I'd probably just buy an older bike and either keep it or sell it quickly and lose less than $775 - thanks for the link though.

Regarding the weather, if the roads are under chain control when its time to leave I'll just take the southern route below the Sierras - chaining up and towing a trailer across Donner Summit doesn't sound like a fun trip to me! Good to know though - I hadn't considered that fully.

You're plan of stopping over at Ely is kinda what I was thinking as well if taking that route, though the thought had crossed my mind if taking two days for the transit that it might be possible to find a place along the route for a couple of hours of off-roading which might alter the planned overnight spot.

 

[UberKul]

You're plan of stopping over at Ely is kinda what I was thinking as well if taking that route, though the thought had crossed my mind if taking two days for the transit that it might be possible to find a place along the route for a couple of hours of off-roading which might alter the planned overnight spot.

Hmmmm, completely forgot 50 runs right by Sand Mountain.

Clever fella.

 

[Big-D]

I believe I will be attending this Moab ride! After speaking with HRZ, I will share a room and expences with him and Patch. I am in the process of buying a new bike to take, so I can ride with these guys. Like Don, I will trailer my new Yamaha WR450F and my Suzuki King Quad ATV. I hope to have my Yamaha all licenced for the street by then so I can avoid trailering to the trail-head. My ATV is already legal for Utah. Tucson Joe is bringing his RZr also. Picking this ride over the Jeep Jamboree was really gutsee, but it will be fun I'm sure. Havn't had a bike like this is quite some time, it'll probably kick my ***. So put me on the list Don!

 

[Big-D]

OK, just got off the phone with AJ, looks like I'm going to Moab for sure. That was really cool of AJ to give me the King bed while he, Patch and the other guy all share a twin bed. Looks like someone will be waking up with their hand between two pillows. For their sake, I hope none of them sleep in the nude! You guys might consider laying off the refried beans!