Man, that looks like a fantastic time.
From the looks of it, you guys are fairly well outfitted for such adventures. How much more difficult do you think this run would be with more bare-bones equipment? Any reason why four friends in a couple mostly-stock, yet capable, 4WD rigs with consumer-grade camping gear couldn't - or shouldn't - attempt this? Is it possible to explore in smaller sections?
So much of this is intriguing. I want to drop a penny in the can, read the sign on the rocks, have breakfast by frozen-over wells in the middle of the desert, and make sure the BLM knows people are using the road. In a week and a half, I'll be making my first road trip in my new rig. Phoenix to Ridgecrest, California, to volunteer at the High Desert Trails rally. 1,000 miles round trip. At least 950 of those on tarmac.
For years, I've cast glances off to the south from my 85mph leather seat on I-10, wondering how long it's been since humans set foot on those mountains over yonder. Now I'm going to be wondering how many gearheads are on the other side, having the time of their lives. Thanks for sharing!
