The Maze ROF trip 9/19
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Awesome trip report. Jealous - I really want to get in there.
I am trying to figure out how hard it is to get into the Dollhouse area. I have an F150 mildly improved (level, better shocks etc). The White Rim Trail was absolutely no problem, and Imogene and Engineer passes were a big scrape-y on the Ouray side but no real problems. How does the drive to the Dollhouse rate?
I am trying to figure out how hard it is to get into the Dollhouse area. I have an F150 mildly improved (level, better shocks etc). The White Rim Trail was absolutely no problem, and Imogene and Engineer passes were a big scrape-y on the Ouray side but no real problems. How does the drive to the Dollhouse rate?
Ace Brown
Retired Ol’ Fart
If you read above you will note a Ford Raptor did it and his friends did a lot of rock stacking and they took about 30’ to get through the hardest part. I’d say without some armor, lift and 33” tires your going to suffer.
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80t0ylc
Hill & Gully Rider
I just have to say that nobody told me that it was red shirt day. I didn't have one anyway......?.......
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80t0ylc
Hill & Gully Rider
I completely agree with Ace. I'm running 35" tires on my 80 Series with 2.5" lift, armor - sliders, transfer/tranny skidplate and after market steel bumpers. Occasional scrapes and bangs on the armor with my rear bumper hitting quite often, but that's due to my shocks being 15 yrs old. As Ace says, lift, armor and 33" tires minimum or you will probably incur damage. Also be sure your tires are in, not good, but - excellent condition. This country is very unforgiving and if your vehicle becomes immobile, for whatever reason, you're looking at a couple thousand $ tow job with no choice to abandon. It must be removed immediately on your dime. Roads are patrolled daily and the rangers are generally polite, but firm. The roads are not getting better with time. They're not maintained and the erosion becomes a joke. I've noticed since 1st descending the Flint Trail back in the 80's, some places have suffered erosion and just add to the novelty. Certain sections that used to be 2 track dirt trail have become a rocky challenge requiring your full attention. On a scale of 1 - 10, I'd say there are some sections that are an 8, while on average, the whole distance from Hans Flat R.S. to Dollhouse would be 6 or maybe a 7 due to the length of the trip and a pace that makes you feel that you're in slow motion. Once you get there the scenery makes you forget the trip, until you have to make the trip out. For me, I enjoy that type of wheeling, but you definitely need to develop patience.
LandCruiserPhil
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DId a little sight seeing on the way home...
Arizona sunset just north of Flagstaff
Arizona sunset just north of Flagstaff
Ace Brown
Retired Ol’ Fart
Stay well away if wet. The Flint Trail was rough enough that you could have some scrapes and hits. But it’s the long section on the way to the Doll House that will give you trouble. I would not do it without at least 2” of lift and 33” AT or MT tires. Definitely don’t go solo.
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Ace Brown
Retired Ol’ Fart
It’s not the inclusion of the potty that has Phil’s signature. It’s the carrying and placing in that outstanding location just to take a dump. I’ll bet he was barefooted too.
Reminds me of my days with Western Spirit Cycling; they always placed the grover in the most scenic spot around.
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