2nd Annual Thanksgiving Ride
Thanksgiving Ride Trail Report
Hope everyone had an awesome Thanksgiving weekend!
We kicked the day off with sunshine and cold temps, but the clouds rolled in pretty quick. Still, it warmed up a bit, and honestly it wasn’t bad at all didn’t hear anyone complaining about the cold.
We got to meet some new folks (who were awesome) and catch up with the usual crew. Brushy Fork was in great shape not too muddy and the water crossings were totally manageable.
Clifton gave us a little challenge with that super steep hill, but everyone worked together and made it up. The 2 door was the only one that cleared it without catching the frame. That trail really needs to be run one direction now to keep it from getting torn up worse than it already is it’s been about a year since some of us last hit it.
After a few of us hit Pumpkin Hollow and at the end I ran Old Fincastle before I heading back home.
Overall, it was a great day. Loved meeting the new people and hanging out with everybody. Thanks to everyone who came out!
Pistol Creek
Pistol Creek Trail Report:
The weather couldn't have been better cool temps, clear skies, and the trees just starting to show their fall colors. Some leaves were beginning to fall, making it feel like the perfect early autumn ride.
Mike kicked off the day with some excitement by hitting a mud hole that turned out a little deeper than expected it definitely woke everyone up!
The trail gets tight in a few spots and there are a bunch of bypasses, so you definitely have to pay attention to where you’re going. Met some new folks, hung out with friends, and just had an awesome day all around. Already can’t wait to get back out there again!
Meet & Greet
Meet & Greet Trail Report,
Big thanks to the new members that showed up it was great meeting everyone and a huge thanks to the current members for being there showing support and helping out with the ride. It really was great seeing and meeting everyone.
Well, normally I would have a sweet report to give you guys but unfortunately this time I have a post of shame. 🤦♂️
The weather couldn’t have been any better, it was a shorts and hoodie kinda morning with a heavy overcast, the sky cleared as the day went by. We started off on Cave Fork Rd and that’s pretty much where my story ends. I attempted to climb an obstacle I’ve done once before, got denied a 2nd time when it was wet and this 3rd time I broke an axle shaft. Maybe I was trying to show off or maybe I was just trying to have fun honestly I’m still trying to figure that part out. But I do believe my axle shaft was already compromised from previous off-roading trips. (I wheel my Bronco a lot) I’ve heard a few creaks coming from it on other trips I’ve done recently when putting heavy loads on the rear end on certain obstacles. This incident didn’t really feel that violent to me I feel like I’ve felt a lot worse in the bronco but having full air pressure in my tires did not help this scenario. I did let off the gas when I slid to the left, felt her coming back down but it was too late it caught traction right in a dip on the driver side rear and snapped the axle shaft.
After this event we quickly evaluated the situation and decided Jim was going to finish leading the ride for the day. Clint and I limped my Bronco back to the trail head then Clint would return with his truck and trailer to help me get my Bronco back home. Huge thank you to Clint for helping me in this situation. Can’t thank him enough.
To the new people on the ride I want to apologize for my mistake. I hope all of you still had a good time. If we don’t learn from our own mistakes we learn from others. This time I was that guy and I’ll own it. I should have aired down and shouldn’t have tried that obstacle while leading a group. No excuse.
We are going to try and do these meet and greet rides every couple months in the future so if anyone missed this one don’t worry there will be others.
Thanksgiving Ride
Thanksgiving Ride Trail Report
The weather turned out great, especially considering it started off in the 20s. It was a bit breezy while we were on Clifton, but overall, the conditions were fantastic thanks to the sunny skies.
At the meeting spot, we talked and decided to tackle some northern sections of the DBBB. Our route included Forest Road 1085, Brushy Fork, Clifton, and Pumpkin Hollow to wrap up the day. It worked out perfectly, and the trails couldn’t have been better. The water crossings on Brushy Fork had a few deeper spots, but nothing unmanageable. That said, after a heavy rain, this trail might be a little too deep to cross safely. Clifton and Pumpkin Hollow had some slick areas, but nothing too tricky.
The ride was a blast, thanks to an awesome group of people. I’m already looking forward to a winter ride!
Pistol Creek
Pistol Creek Trail Report
We had a great turnout on Saturday with 18 Broncos and one Jeep. The weather was perfect, and as always, the group was fantastic a great bunch of people. There were a few tree limbs still blocking parts of the trail, but nothing major. The trail itself is a little technical with being tight with some 90 degree turns but wasn’t too challenging, with the exception of one mud hole toward the end that could be tricky. It has a slippery section that might pull you into the deeper part, followed by a somewhat steep ledge to climb. Thank you to everyone that came we had a blast.
Labor DAy
Our Bronco Labor Day Weekend event at Red River Gorge is a exciting gathering for Ford Bronco enthusiasts. This event offers participants the opportunity to test the capabilities of their Broncos on challenging offroad trails, rocky terrain, and rugged landscapes in the beatiful setting of Red River Gorge in Kentucky. Attendees can enjoy guided trail rides, off road challenges, dynamic driving tips and social activities with fellow Bronco enthusiasts. This is the perfect opportunity for Bronco owners to come together, share their passion for the adventure, and experience the thrill of off roading in one of the most picturesque natural settings in the region.
Independence Ride
Independence Ride trail report
Weather was great, trails were great and the people were awesome. We had a few little challenging areas because it was still pretty wet deep in the woods where the tree canopy is thick blocking out the sun. We ran Fixer, Sinking Creek, New Virginia and Hidden lake. The climb up to New Virginia was really sick there’s a rock ledge on the passenger side that can really spin you sideways if you hit it just the slightest bit wrong but everyone pretty
much made it just fine. The 2 dr bronco just needed a tiny pull. It was better that then keep shock loading the drivetrain. Wasn’t a big deal your not wheeling unless you gotta pull line every now and then. Overall I had a great time I hope everyone else did too it was fun wheeling with everyone.
Stay tuned in for our Wolfbox Labor Day weekend ride coming up in a few months. More details will be out towards end of this month. We will probably be having two classes to sign up for. Beginner or intermediate, which will determine the skill level or vehicle level of trails you will be taking that day.
Memorial Day Ride
We will start it off at one of the most iconic offroad locations in the Red River Gorge, "Stump Cave". From Stump Cave we will head back north and hit Spaas Creek. If time is in our favor which I’m pretty sure it will be. We will go run another scenic trail, Clifton Rd. It’s not too far from Spaas.