Yes, it's about 27 miles and rougher then a forest service road but not too bad. Running west to east all the red rock is in the first half but the views in the second half are also beautiful. I would have felt comfortable in my stock truck and we had a stock F150 xlt fx4 with us that had no issues. I did most of it in 2h, just a few areas I went to 4h and never needed my locker. There's a great write up on birdandhike.com about it.
I used to do a lot of mountain bike riding in the Estrella Range above those two lakes. There’s a day use parking area closer to PIR and the trailhead for a competitive mountain bike training loop - it’s about 10 miles long with a couple of other more challenging loops for fun - likely 18 miles altogether. Great place for a quick rip or a couple of slower laps. I’m pretty sure this pic was taken there…We did tacos for Christmas here at the house and haven't been to Manuel's since early spring.The lake up at Estrella Mountain Ranch. There's 2 lakes (manmade) there and they both hare about 1 mile each around the walking path. It's just past the interception of Estrella Pkwy/Elliot Rd.
Hey Dave! That drive was one day on the road coming back from visiting relatives for the holidays. I was running 78 - 80 and didn't get slowed down much with traffic. And I only stopped for gas and to go to the restroom. I do this trip 3 - 4 times per year.
Hey Dave! Nice looking truck! Is that Velocity Blue?
LOL yes. Popular color.
I use 24 inch soft loop straps to "extend" the tie downs. I have to remember to pull them up before loading and they aren't as strong as the tie down points, but it lets me tie things down a little easier.Yesterday drove almost 500 miles home from the in-law’s. Anyone have tips for securing tarps better so they don’t flap? When I strapping it down, wife actually suggested we get a tonneau or camper shell ?. With the bed loaded it’s about impossible to get to the tie-down loops sometimes.
Breathlessly awaiting celebration of the first dump run of 2023! Congrats David, saving the planet from that demon of global warming...we should nominate Soupie for the Greta Thunberg Award, complete with window sticker!Did the second most important thing that I'll ever do on an annual basis with Soupie!
The single most important thing will be done as soon as the rain and cold eases a little and the victorious photo shall be posted (of course!). =D ...
Soupie's 2023 dump* sticker!
* - for those sticklers, the "artisanal, locally-sourced, recycling center" =p
Oh no, that's my license plate number (quick, blur it out!). I lucked out with an easy-to-remember tag - this is the first time I've ever had a tag I know by heart! =DBreathlessly awaiting celebration of the first dump run of 2023! Congrats David, saving the planet from that demon of global warming...we should nominate Soupie for the Greta Thunberg Award, complete with window sticker!
I'm disappointed however that you're only #4500! Should have been in line early for #1...
Welp, there goes breakfast! ??Oh no, that's my license plate number (quick, blur it out!). I lucked out with an easy-to-remember tag - this is the first time I've ever had a tag I know by heart! =D
Fortunately Soupie's race red exterior, its drivers obsessively-frequent dump run schedule, and the ever snarling Cheech (who will snarl but gladly take the Milk Bone from the gate attendant) means recognition on sight by the Public Works team.
I have finally arrived and I'm touched by your nomination of us for such a fine award.
I'll place it under my GT poster ...
Maybe it's time for a dump run! Or something related to taking a dump ... =DWelp, there goes breakfast! ??
