Rausch Creek Off Road Park PA???

[mudrover]

Have any of you guys been to Rausch Creek yet? They are pretty new, but I've heard nothing but good things about the place. The only problem is that you have to set up by reservation only, so it would take some planning if there is any interest in hitting it up? Anyway here is the link:

http://www.rauschcreekoffroadpark.org/home.asp

Oh and happy Holidays:

[flippedrover]

I went to Rausch Creek a few weeks ago and had a blast. They make you become a member for a year, Each time you go there is a small fee. I'd be up for going back.

[Abrooks]

I've heard good things about it and wouldn't mind a road trip. Am thinking about a January trip to GW, it's been years since I've been out there. Any interest?

Tony

[flippedrover]

I'd be up for a trip in Jan. to GW.

[loykd]

I'm up for GWNF or Shoe Creek or Rausch Creek. Maybe in Jan, pretty sure in Feb or after.

BTW, if you haven't seen the Rausch Creek site, it looks like $10 for an annual membership (for each person) plus $25/day/vehicle and $5/day/passenger.

[Abrooks]

there's always the cove, too. Better get that new driveshaft soon, then I guess . . .

[loykd]

What's the Cove like? Do I remember right in thinking that it was closed down for a while earlier this year??

[Abrooks]

They will occasionally close down while the owners go on vacation. There's everything there from dirt roads to SEVERE trails, including several that tube buggies and snipers can't make it up; you can break as much as you want to . Oh, and there's camping as well, which makes it very nice.

[loykd]

"...camping.. which makes it very nice." Not after THIS weekend!! haha.

Besides, us poor guys without hardtops are all wet...

[loykd]

Did anyone ever check this place out? How would it be for a group trip in March?

[Abrooks]

I've been there a couple of times, you couldn't ask for more. The only downside is the cover charge which ranges from $35-$75. Well worth it as far as I'm concerned.

[chrisvonc]

$75?! What would they charge you $75 for?

[Abrooks]

Their line is that it has to do with insurance, but it's really just extortion. Still the best wheeling around.

[flippedrover]

Which place are we talking about? Rausch Creek or The Cove and where is the Cove anyway?

[Abrooks]

The Cove: http://www.vvalley.com/cove/

If you just turn up and say you want to wheel, you're gonna be met with blank stares. Trips need to be prearranged, though if there's interest, I can work on it.

[flippedrover]

I'd be up for it.

[Abrooks]

Cool, anyone else?

[loykd]

Feb is kinda busy for me. March is the earliest I could do

Was thinking about getting the New Englanders and the Mid-Atlantic-ers together in PA in late March. Tyler, Tony, you guys up for that? Question would be whether to go to Paragon or Rausch Creek.

[Abrooks]

work schedule dependant, I'm in.

[loykd]

PA isn't THAT far of a drive from Chicago....

[Abrooks]

Did that drive in a 300 tdi 110 once with bald 35s in an ice storm (actually drove from Montana). What a pain in the ass that was . . .

[loykd]

Sounds like Hippert-weather... :grin

[Mike Hippert]

Although I would have to have the top off so I could be :cool:
Chicks Dig it:afro ........








At least thats what I tell myself as they drive by and stare at me. :eek:




:grin

[loykd]

Mike, How do you keep that 'fro looking so tidy looking? Doesn't it get messed up by the wind? Does the hair gel freeze up there?

:grin

[Mike Hippert]

No man, its all natural.:grin
And by natural i mean after a couple of hours at 75 mph thats what your hair looks like.


If this trip happens I think I'm in.

[flippedrover]

I'm up for either place. I've been to Raush Creek why not Paragon. The 90 is stock hight going to cause any problems?

[Mike Hippert]

Nope, nothing a that can't be fixed with a tow strap and a strong bumper.:grin

[1of40]

Count me in on either of these trips.

[jorge]

I'm in,need to see some trails and mud instead of all this pavement.

[TDI Guy]

Do you need another copilot Jorge?? I am always available. IF so, count me in.

Randy

[loykd]

Randy, aren't you done with that thing yet?? haha
got any progress pics to share?

[TDI Guy]

Well Ken, it is taking longer then expected. The bad news is my credit card has been on fire this last month with rover purchases so I will have a bunch of stuff done very soon. The complete rolling chassis will be finished in the few weeks. With the following:grin :zbling

3" rym springs and rear links
rockware rear shcok mounts
4.11's front and rear
arbs front and rear
poly bushings all around
3 link
$g bump stops
NSO front exo shock mounts
rancho 9012's all around
Rover Tracks rear HD axle kit
GBR Extreme duty front axle kit
RYM HD track rod and tie rod kit
300tdi:guns
new r380 and lt230 1.4 ratio

As soon as the 14" of snow melts, I will get to the body and paint it. we should be rollin' by early summer. Pictures will be up shortly:wow :proud

[jorge]

Randy I'm saving time off for the next trip,Your seat is reserved.Randy check out the Yahoo d90 list on the topic of tires ,Trevor Combs is giving advice on those sweet tires (michelins XZLs) on his D-90.