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Will98
08-11-16, 09:34 PM
Hey guys, thought it's about time I run my first trip for the club. This is a trip that was run at Jambo last year and is out in the forest towards Jenolan Caves.

I've driven this track half a dozen times, but it has been a while since I last drove it, and some of it was graded last time. I'm going to reccie it later this week and will update the trip with any changes to difficulty or time.

Update:
I went out and reccie'd the track today; thankfully it was open as there are other closures in the area. The first section that is usually graded hasn't been done too recently but is still in good condition. After that the first section of the Mini Mini fire trail appears to be slightly more rutted than last time (and somehow the trees seems closer). The trees largely posed no issue with mirrors folded in, but one off camber section did see my roof bump into a tree, but nothing serious. No other issues until the pinch point on the final climb to Gibraltar Rock; which I'm going to call Supercharger Hill (after Steve ;) ), here too the rain has rutted things a bit more but nothing that should pose any real problems, just make things more fun :) . The rest of the loop back round was fine apart from overgrown bushes (so expect the odd pinstripe).

I'm still happy to call this a 'C', and the vehicle requirements are unchanged.

Any questions about the track or vehicle suitability feel free to message or call me.

Where: Jenolan State Forest

When: 3rd December

Meet: Shell Bowenfels (Cnr Magpie Hollow Rd & Great Western Hwy)

Time: 9:00AM for 9:30AM Departure, hope to be back at the shell around 3:00PM

Grade: C, C+ Pinch Point

Most of the trail is quite easy and poses no trouble for clearance, however there is a pinch point on the final climb to Gibraltar Rock which is easier with extra clearance. A stock JK will make it, but Cherokees and such with slight modification have been up (albeit with some winching or snatching).

Description:
This trail is great fun! We head from Lithgow out towards Jenolan Caves, and after about 30min on bitumen turn off onto Black Range Rd. Stop briefly to air down as the trail, whilst easy, is bumpy. We follow the road down until it turns off left down towards a river. After crossing we climb again up to the Mini Mini Fire Trail, which is the loop we follow. (Up to the turn to Mini Mini was graded last time I was there, but that was several months ago). We then wind through the forest until we reach Gibraltar Rock, which has a great view over the valley (can see the Hydro Majestic). We weave down through a tight section on the Gibraltar Rock Fire Trail and come back to the turnoff onto the Mini Mini. We then follow the same road back out to Black Range Rd and head back to air up, and then back home.

Requirements:
Recovery points front and rear. Recovery Kit. Fairly easy so a stock JK will make it with little trouble, anything with less clearance (Grand Cherokees etc.) will need a 2inch lift and slightly bigger tyres. Food and drinks of choice, camera etc., radio and aeroguard.

Recommended (but not required):
Slight lift, sliders, and 32inch+ ATs or MTs will make life easier.

Numbers: 12 (including myself)

Contact: Will Trounson 0458 794 168

Attending:

Will @ Will98; JK
Dusan @ Easy77; JKU
Rich @ richhenning; JKU
Dennis @ jk_menace; JKU
Teshie @ Teshie; JKU
Steve C & Lisa @ Steve x; JK
Daniel @ daniel.djuracic; WK2

Easy77
08-11-16, 10:58 PM
yes, would like to do this.

Dusan

richhenning
09-11-16, 12:32 PM
I would like to join please Will, thanks

jk_menace
09-11-16, 06:23 PM
Slot us in buddy.
Cheers Will.

technickster
09-11-16, 07:17 PM
Hi Will,

Can you count me in? I'm in a TJ

Cheers
Nick


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DanD
09-11-16, 07:20 PM
Please put my name down for this trip

Teshie
09-11-16, 08:09 PM
Please count us in. Thanks.

Will98
10-11-16, 06:52 PM
Update:
I reccie'd the track today and have updated the original post.


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stevet
10-11-16, 11:32 PM
I would like to attend, depending on my roster which will be out shortly.........

stevet
11-11-16, 11:48 PM
Will, confirming that I will attend the run...... Cheers..........

Will98
12-11-16, 08:06 AM
Will, confirming that I will attend the run...... Cheers..........

Awesome, cheers Steve


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Steve x
14-11-16, 09:37 PM
HI Will,

Would love to join this trip, if okay please.
Steve C and Lisa. ( JK Dune)

lpires
15-11-16, 08:34 PM
Hi mate, i'd like to join in on this one if its ok.
cheers

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Jeep11
15-11-16, 08:45 PM
Hey Will , I would like to be add to this trip
Steve and Hayley

JohnSilver
15-11-16, 09:51 PM
Will, thanks for organising this, could you please add me to the list. Cheers


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Will98
15-11-16, 09:53 PM
Will, thanks for organising this, could you please add me to the list. Cheers


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Sure thing, is it a JKU you've got?


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JohnSilver
15-11-16, 09:58 PM
Nah it's a JK. Thanks


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Will98
15-11-16, 10:00 PM
Nah it's a JK. Thanks


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Okay awesome!


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Will98
15-11-16, 10:00 PM
Whoops, quoted instead of edited

DanD
16-11-16, 05:43 PM
Sorry Will but I'm going to have to bail out on this

daniel.djuracic
21-11-16, 06:19 PM
Hi Will, can you add me to trip please? WK2 with some mods.

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Jeep11
29-11-16, 06:55 PM
Hey Will,
Sorry mate Hayley and I are not able to attend this trip "..........maybe next time
Steve

Will98
29-11-16, 10:38 PM
Hey Will,
Sorry mate Hayley and I are not able to attend this trip "..........maybe next time
Steve

Hey Steve,
sorry to hear that brother, yeah next time!


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stevet
30-11-16, 08:43 PM
Hi Will,
Sorry I am out for this run........ Transfer case troubles........

Will98
30-11-16, 10:32 PM
Hi Will,
Sorry I am out for this run........ Transfer case troubles........

That's no good Steve, thanks for letting me know. See you out on another trip soon hopefully!


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technickster
02-12-16, 08:51 PM
Hi Will,

Sorry, I have to work tomorrow now so I won't be able to make it.

Nick


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Will98
02-12-16, 08:59 PM
Hi Will,

Sorry, I have to work tomorrow now so I won't be able to make it.

Nick


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Alright thanks for letting me know mate, hopefully catch you on another trip soon!


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lpires
02-12-16, 10:05 PM
Hey mate, really sorry i wont make it as well wife is sick as

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Will98
02-12-16, 10:07 PM
Hey mate, really sorry i wont make it as well wife is sick as

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That's alright man, sorry to hear that, hope she's on the mend soon.
See you out on another trip!


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jk_menace
03-12-16, 07:24 PM
Hey Will thanks for a great day mate , excellent trip leading everything went like clockwork. Apart from Teshies buttons not working. No diff locks and disconnects however the rest of the Rubi looks great����.

After airing down on Black Range Rd. By 9.30 our group of 7 set off. After crossing the river and a nice climb then onto Mini Mini Fire Trail then onto another nice climb leading up to Gibraltar Rock, excellent drive by everyone especially the two lady drivers in our group sorry not good with names Rich's wife and Daniels partner, strait up great lines with no recoveries. Stopped for lunch at the top of Gibraltar Rock great views of the valley. We weaved down through a tight section on the Gibraltar Rock Fire Trail and come back to the turnoff onto the Mini Mini. We then followed the same road back out to Black Range Rd everyone aired up and heading home by about 3.30.
Thanks to everyone for making it a great day.

Will98
03-12-16, 08:07 PM
Thanks for coming everyone, it was an awesome day out!
And cheers Dennis, that's a lovely trip report


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Easy77
03-12-16, 08:29 PM
Thank you everyone for making this a great day. I'll post pics here... there will be plenty... Enjoy!

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040764_zpsrwkjr9y8.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040773_zpsjllgurf5.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040775_zpsbyollunu.jpg

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:31 PM
http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040777_zpszdwpmqrg.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040778_zpse3wlnxhz.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040781_zps8thl8mfj.jpg

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:34 PM
http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040785_zpss4vott3v.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040790_zpsjg9rfbpe.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040792_zpsorsjxgep.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040796_zpsy3hebp3p.jpg

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:36 PM
http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040798_zpsw7yn1s8m.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040799_zpsccrxewun.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040809_zpsi6blbsgh.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040811_zpsscowfuji.jpg

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:38 PM
http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040812_zpsv8hzzuc3.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040815_zpsfz64dcn3.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040817_zpsgtxskwsa.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040818_zpsdi182a52.jpg

Teshie
03-12-16, 08:39 PM
Wow... great pics Dusan and another fun day on the tracks... buttons or no buttons, wranglers just go everywhere :smile-new:

Good job leading your first trip Will, first of many more to come. Cheers !

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:40 PM
http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040825_zpsk3ouktyf.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040863_zpsjekcbdn9.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040829_zpsagtq6ge0.jpg

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:45 PM
Everyone managed to squeeze between the "gates of trees"...

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040835_zpsohc92bav.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040838_zpsfg2f28qb.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040840_zps3f5xgpn1.jpg

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:47 PM
Our trip leader...

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040843_zpslbkqinm6.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040844_zpssdld95t9.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040845_zpsqzbwbb9j.jpg

Easy77
03-12-16, 08:50 PM
http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040847_zpsfh6vmxhu.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040858_zpswi9kqtzm.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040851_zpsjngwxpbu.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040857_zpsacqhegqn.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr2/Dusan_Palko/Waterfall_Dec2016/P1040848_zpsp59bim9d.jpg

jk_menace
03-12-16, 09:38 PM
Thanks for all the great pics Dusan...

richhenning
03-12-16, 10:23 PM
Wow those are awesome pics Dusan, thanks very much man.


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richhenning
03-12-16, 10:24 PM
Thanks for a great day Will, we had a great time, and it's always nice to hang out with old and new friends at these trips.


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Steve x
04-12-16, 08:13 PM
Thanks again Will for arranging a great day. We enjoyed the day out and the nice group of people on the day.
Steve C and Lisa

Dru
05-12-16, 07:44 AM
Great to see! Congrats Will. :kiwi-fruit:

Dusan, those pics tell the story. :highly_amused: