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Because of the overwhelming response to this event last year we are starting planning earlier this year. This is the second year for this event, last year we had over 300 rigs show up and the response from our vendors was great.

Get this on your calendars and plan to attend.


Vendors if you haven't been contacted and want to sponsor this event please PM Shoope1 (http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/private.php?do=newpm&u=9865) or myself (http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/private.php?do=newpm&u=48643).

can't we find a better vehicle to put on the poster shot.... geeze...
can I get your autograph on the crawl mag?

yea...what he said!
you guys need a pic of my junk...er, I mean rig.

can't we find a better vehicle to put on the poster shot.... geeze...
can I get your autograph on the crawl mag?

I would have used a picture of your rig, but couldn't find one of it on the trail:grinpimp:

I would have used a picture of your rig, but couldn't find one of it on the trail:grinpimp:


Your funny..
Ido need to fix it from the last trail ride i went on... seems that one was with you....

In!

I plan on attending this event! :smokin:

Attention...

Me and George have been thinking about doing some work on two of the rock gardens. Anyone wanting to help sometime over the winter..
We can make Upper Rock Garden so much better with a half days work...
Middle Rock Garden has unlimited potention with work.

So whos in...?
I am gonna shot for first of January. And if anyone wants to do work before then get ahold of me or George..

Attention...

Me and George have been thinking about doing some work on two of the rock gardens. Anyone wanting to help sometime over the winter..
We can make Upper Rock Garden so much better with a half days work...
Middle Rock Garden has unlimited potention with work.

So whos in...?
I am gonna shot for first of January. And if anyone wants to do work before then get ahold of me or George..

I am in for the Toy ride. And for the work day let me know and me and Toddy will be up there to help.
Matt

Had a great time last year and I'm planning on it this year too:)
any new trails???

Had a great time last year and I'm planning on it this year too:)
any new trails???

Several:smokin:

Several:smokin:


and with the help of others we can make some better and added onto some...

Put WabFab down for a vendor raffle prize like last year. :D

:smokin:

U going to make it up for this one..

I plan to be there. I'll put a big Toyota sticker across the hood of my YJ so I'll fit in. :D

I plan to be there...

u no u cant keep me away i got a yota this year lol

i cant fo the yota ride i think its the only ride i went on last year..

im in and will sponsor the raffle www.jptruckparts.com

already got my cabin reservations too!!!:D

hopefully the new rig will be ready:eek:

Im in for sure! Im actually gonna try to get the jeep ready to wheel some by then :bounce:

Im in for sure! Im actually gonna try to get the jeep ready to wheel some by then :bounce:

Jeep ?

Somebody school the new guy (me!) :laughing:. I have never been to Harlan and was wondering what everyone is doing for lodging. What are the options?

would say most will camp in the verda field. there is also a few hotels if thats more your style. Most of the fun will be in the field.

Holiday Inn Express
U.S. 421 South, Harlan
1-800-465-4329 or (606) 573-3385

Mount Aire Motel
U.S. 421 South, Harlan
1-800-988-4660 or (606) 573-4660

I know there is a few more.
should find more in and help @ http://kymc.org

Somebody school the new guy (me!) :laughing:. I have never been to Harlan and was wondering what everyone is doing for lodging. What are the options?

The Verda field is the place to be, there's several obstacles to play on. There's also Port-a-Jons and water on site. We will be charging $5 a night for camping but all that money will be used for improvements to the park.

man I cant wait..

I am working on my yota now to get ready..

Thanks! Sounds like the field is the place to be. See ya there!

I talked with Jon Bundrant today from http://www.allprooffroad.com/ and he said he will be attending this event. That is some awesome news!!

Just wanted to say that PitBull Tires is on board and donating a set of tires for our raffle.

Awesome company is all I can say..

I'm looking forward to it!

Ronnie looks like we're hauling out to CA for the the KOH event and hopefully be able to bring back another chassis for the raffle. I'll talk to Mike next week. I think including our 2 Ftoys there may be 4 total. The biggest Ftoy gathering in the East ever!

Ronnie looks like we're hauling out to CA for the the KOH event and hopefully be able to bring back another chassis for the raffle. I'll talk to Mike next week. I think including our 2 Ftoys there may be 4 total. The biggest Ftoy gathering in the East ever!

kewl.. Thanks..

I plan to be there. I'll put a big Toyota sticker across the hood of my YJ so I'll fit in. :Dhey george and ronnie
are we going to hold ben to this :D

we need too..

Ronnie looks like we're hauling out to CA for the the KOH event and hopefully be able to bring back another chassis for the raffle. I'll talk to Mike next week. I think including our 2 Ftoys there may be 4 total. The biggest Ftoy gathering in the East ever!

Our 4X4Grace F-Toy (#510) should be there:D

Where is a good place to find houses and cabins for rent in the area?

Here's a link with some cabins and houses but most everything is booked up. But there's still plenty of room to camp.

Lodging (http://harlancountyridgerunners.googlepages.com/advertisers)

looks like we're gonna ride up in the subaru, and camp out sat night. i doubt the buggy will still be wheelable after the week in Moab:shaking:
Ronnie, you got any really twisty roads nearby?

looks like we're gonna ride up in the subaru, and camp out sat night. i doubt the buggy will still be wheelable after the week in Moab:shaking:
Ronnie, you got any really twisty roads nearby?

homo

Does anyone know if the trail map from last year any different from this year? It looks the same. I know last year the lions den and some others wasn't on their.
thanks

We are working on getting the maps updated as week speak.
I sure hope they are done.


Dave... sure.... Is it an AWD..?
I use to own a TT Stealth that was AWD..

Is the verda field at the Bailey Creek trail head?

Yes, on the right just past the jail.

I would like to make it, but i dunno if the rig will be done.

A bunch of guys (including me) from ncttora will be coming to this.

A bunch of guys (including me) from ncttora will be coming to this.

good deal.. you gonna help them get familier with the park for the upcoming ttora national event?

Here's a link with some cabins and houses but most everything is booked up. But there's still plenty of room to camp.

Lodging (http://harlancountyridgerunners.googlepages.com/advertisers)

thanks for the info, found a house:)

Ronnie
Just got word from our sponsor Matt at Trail-Gear that we'll be bringing along some TG items for the raffle!! I'll post up when we get details but look for something REALLY nice!:grinpimp:

Add this to the Ftoy chassis that we're giving away and this could be very good for some lucky driver. Wouldn't it be cool to have one guy win the chassis and some sweet parts to build it!:D

What do you think about next year giving away a complete turn key Ftoy!! :eek::eek::eek:

Lets hear from some guys interested in winning a turn key rig. No promises yet but I think there's a distinct possibility of this becoming reality. Come by and see us at the event this year and give me your thoughts.

See ya'll in a little over a month.

Ronnie
Just got word from our sponsor Matt at Trail-Gear that we'll be bringing along some TG items for the raffle!! I'll post up when we get details but look for something REALLY nice!:grinpimp:

Add this to the Ftoy chassis that we're giving away and this could be very good for some lucky driver. Wouldn't it be cool to have one guy win the chassis and some sweet parts to build it!:D

What do you think about next year giving away a complete turn key Ftoy!! :eek::eek::eek:

Lets hear from some guys interested in winning a turn key rig. No promises yet but I think there's a distinct possibility of this becoming reality. Come by and see us at the event this year and give me your thoughts.

See ya'll in a little over a month.

I think that we can make it happen with all these great vendors we have..

Would be the coolest thing ever to win a turn key comp. rig..

I just recieved our gift certificate in the mail today for pitbulltires...

Everyone let them know how much we appreciate them..

I got a 30 day scramble to get the truggy plumbed and wired to go. Anyone wanna help? haha

get it done...

We have Camping Lab coming from Miami, FL, they are donating a roof-top tent system to the raffle. Also Tim is sending some Crawl Magazine subscriptions and several cases of the latest issue to give out.

We have Camping Lab coming from Miami, FL, they are donating a roof-top tent system to the raffle. Also Tim is sending some Crawl Magazine subscriptions and several cases of the latest issue to give out.

Is Tim sending a photographer?

I don't think so...maybe if enough of you guys PM him he will send one.

Is Tim sending a photographer?


Matt said that his guy could take photos and get them to crawl..

Matt said that his guy could take photos and get them to crawl..

Geiger?

I don't think so...maybe if enough of you guys PM him he will send one.

What's his PBB user name?

What's his PBB user name?


crawlmag

Awesome on the new raffle items!

Ftoy 510 actually started up last night (The chassis raffled off at this event last year) So it will be there.

Crawl mag should show up and take photos... Also a thanks to Pitbull tires for helping out with the raffle. BTW #510 is running PB rockers

The turn key rig would be insane and is a great idea. :)

John tell TG to make the stuff really good :)

crawlmag

PM's sent........ no reply.

does the verda field have a bath house? this will be my first time at harlan and i wanna stay where all the action is but i dont really wanna go 3 days without a shower.

Im plannin on comming with 5 other toyotas from TN

does the verda field have a bath house? this will be my first time at harlan and i wanna stay where all the action is but i dont really wanna go 3 days without a shower.

Not yet, but there may be a place you can take one see me when you get there.

I got a big shippment in today from TG.. about 3000. dollars worth of stuff..

How many rigs are you expecting. I know there were 300 last year from what i've read. Is there no registration? Just bring your junk and go? Any times were supposed to meet at trailheads?

Just show up...there will be trails rides for every type vehicle and most will just come together on their own. He should have well over 300 rigs this year.

We moved the rock pile today at the Verda Field.. It is much improved.. I will try and get a photo of it tomorrow..

will someone be their thur at lunch time? Would like to get some directions to the trails that aren't on the map:)

I should be there around lunch, but if you want PM me for my number and I've give you directions over the phone.

I maybe as well..

I plan on getting up there sometime thurs.

When does everyone plan on getting there.. Ill be there thursday night. we got a house but ill be in the field..... look for me in 85 toyota with bf goodrich sticker on the front fenders

I think we'll be there Thursday night but really late. Look for us in the field Friday morning.

I think weve meet once. I did the we rock comp at sequatchie in Chattanooga Tn.

Props to 12VoltGuy.Com He just donated a master disconnect switch/panel for the raffle.

Props to 12VoltGuy.Com He just donated a master disconnect switch/panel for the raffle.


awesome!!

I think weve meet once. I did the we rock comp at sequatchie in Chattanooga Tn.

Are you the guy with the sweet pickup that you trashed at that comp?

85yotatn is that you brandon? this is Ronnie that works with roger

thanks again mtbrjon for the site info

are they having shirts this year?

Yes, very nice ones!

Yeah thats me I now have tube doors on it..... Ronnie small world are you going to be in Harlan next weekend?

are they having shirts this year?

this is what they look like..


http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg234/shoope1/APRIL_FOOLS_20081.jpg

http://tired-iron.mounet.com/afd08/shirt.jpg

its about time to stop puttin that cruiser on everything. Its time for a new poster rig!:D

Your just jealous:grinpimp:

its about time to stop puttin that cruiser on everything. Its time for a new poster rig!:D


its not his anymore..
I agreee. next we will see this cruiser as a tattoo..

Actually I like the cruiser pics.

How about a pic of an Ftoy! hehehe.:laughing:

Have photo contest from pics at this years event for next years shirt.

not a bad idea.. but i dont want to be the camera man..

Looks like I will be there Thursday evening. Ronnie and Geroge we need to get out early Friday and ride alittle before you guys have to start your event duites.

Ronnie you gonna let Matt barrow the buggy since he doest have anything to drive?

Toddy

Yeah thats me I now have tube doors on it..... Ronnie small world are you going to be in Harlan next weekend?

That thing was clean, like daily driver clean before Sequatchie. See ya next weekend.

todd, we're gonna roll in friday morning. staying in the field. Lets get up and ride. i'll have brian and sam with me.

Me and George was talking about riding Thursday...

Ronnie you gonna let Matt barrow the buggy since he doest have anything to drive?

Toddy

:(

Is your brother going or am I riding with you?

todd can you bring a few sticks of 1 1/2 in with you.. or whoever ?

here is something we did last weekend at the field to get ready for the event season..

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Oh No Shoope!
Looks like you need some help flattening all that mess out. :)
Will see you there! :)
Bud

That looks nasty... whats the weather been like up there or what its looking like its going to be for the weekend?

www.weather.com says 60 hi 40 low deg. 40% rain chance on Friday and cloudy with 20% chance rain Saturday and Sunday.

The weather will be fine, I know the One that handles all that:D

todd can you bring a few sticks of 1 1/2 in with you.. or whoever ?

Just let me know. How long? I am bringing my enclosed so 20' is all I can get. Think they are bringing the 35'er up Friday though so hollar at me.

Toddy

Be up there Thursday about noon.

Well i think the rig might be done in time to go, but it will be the first shakedown so i'm bringing all the tools. I'll be playing around on the rock course friday trying to get everything dialed in for saturday. If you see this junk broke feel free stop and talk shit:flipoff2:.-Travis
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Travis who are you bringing with you? Matt bringing the 4 runner?

ill be rolling in Friday morning

Just let me know. How long? I am bringing my enclosed so 20' is all I can get. Think they are bringing the 35'er up Friday though so hollar at me.

Toddy

dont matter what day this week it arrives..
change the size though.. I need two sticks of 1 3/4"
how much?

Travis, your rig looks good.

yo I dont think matts goin down, but are buddy with a nice 84 on 36's might be going. My g/f and buddy are going with me so anybody needs a passenger let me know. We'll be filming for a video as well

Travis your rig looks good. Nice cage work.

darn i guess i should of made a buildup thread. Were still shooting to make it as of now, brakes are almost done, no coolant lines, and still wiring everything. The truck finally rolled under its own power sunday. I wont have Longs or be locked up front and no winch:( damn So I wont be able to do anything to serious unless the 86 yota with winch goes.

Rollin in late Thursday night and I have a Samurai. Can I still hang with you all?

Rollin in late Thursday night and I have a Samurai. Can I still hang with you all?

Your wife can... wanna night wheel saturday?

Hey Shoope,

Chris Pearson here. Looking forward to it too. I'll be coming down from Michigan on Friday hopefully arriving mid afternoon. I'll give you a call.

Hey Shoope,

Chris Pearson here. Looking forward to it too. I'll be coming down from Michigan on Friday hopefully arriving mid afternoon. I'll give you a call.

awesome..

george, looks like you need to call somebody and order up a little drier weather.:D


Brian you need to come up and show off the new toy.

see y'alll in the morning!

damn i;m out guys rigs wont be ready. have a blast and post a bunch of pics.

Well.........where are the event pics?

We didn't even take any because of the ran and fog. Hopefully somebody did.

we had a good time as usual! Although, not sure georges contact hooked up the weather as well as he could have!
rode lower damnation in the rain saturday.
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the last ledge has become a little tricky of late!
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y122/35xj/IMG_1554.jpg

believe this is where i broke all the studs in my front drive flange:shaking:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y122/35xj/IMG_1541.jpg

looks like i need to spend a little money with one of the sponsors and order a TG flange kit!

Good to see everyone! amazing how many people came out considering the Weather!

toddy made the 1st ledge look really easy!
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http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y122/35xj/IMG_1528.jpg
this was right before the rear axle let go
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Any chick willing to get this nasty is probably a keeper, makes me feel a little better about the upcoming wedding!
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thanks to the kymc for putting on a great event as usual, and thanks to all the sponsors forall the great raffle stuff!

Tell them how she got so muddy...

Love those beadlocks!



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Aside from the rain the event went well and we had a great turnout, I would say over 400 rigs for the weekend. We will be able to do some major improvements with the money raised from our raffle so be sure and support our event sponsors, without them we would selling t-shirts and charging for camping to do minor improvents.

Again, a big thanks to everyone that made this a success...especially our sponsors!

George

i got a few pictures but not many action shots
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I agree George..

The sponsors really help make this event.
We had a good number of sponsors in attendance this year, many of them came from along ways off.. Please let them know when you order or talk to them you appreciate the support they do for the Harlan Park..
I would like the thank everyone that helped out during this event.
My hats goes out to the KYMC and the 4x4Grace for helping out.
Without both groups this event wouldnt been the same..

Sorry we missed it due to transmission out in the tow rig.Sounds like it was a slip and slide:D Any left over tshirts for sale? pm me thanks

Another great event thanks to all of the KYMC. guys.
But I would of sure liked to win somethink from the raffle, or George could of at least throwed a tshirt my way.

Another great event thanks to all of the KYMC. guys.
But I would of sure liked to win somethink from the raffle, or George could of at least throwed a tshirt my way.

I was afraid I was ging to lose the one I had on:grinpimp:

I updated the sponsors page to remove the ones that didn't come through for us, so be sure to remember the ones that did the next time you need something.

More pictures from the event can be found on the Trail-Gear Forum:

http://www.trail-gear.com/events/2008-aprilfools/index.html

Thanks again for having us this year. We are already planning on coming back for next years event.

Thanks,
Matt

awesome pictures!!
Thanks for the support!!

Esp this one..

http://www.trail-gear.com/events/2008-aprilfools/images/100_3430.jpg

This was a great event!!! Had a blast even though the weather sucked, but hey if you don't like the weather in Harlan just wait a day. It was sunny and 72 here today. Thanks to all the venders for the great raffle prizes.

This was a great event!!! Had a blast even though the weather sucked, but hey if you don't like the weather in Harlan just wait a day. It was sunny and 72 here today. Thanks to all the venders for the great raffle prizes.

glad to see you back wheeling..

Had a great time! here's a few pics... if you can see through the FOG!!

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/Bentfabrications/events/HARLANTOYOTAEVENT2008093.jpg

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Great event, Thanks for the help with the trails george.

few pics of us having fun:)

tight fitt!!

awesome pictures!!
Thanks for the support!!

Esp this one..

http://www.trail-gear.com/events/2008-aprilfools/images/100_3430.jpg

Ronnie we would have done better going down Damnation with kayaks!:D We had a great time. I'd like to come up some time when it's not wet and muddy. I don't think i'd recognize the place though.

dont forget no FOG !!

dont forget no FOG !!

Oh yeah.

We tried to find Lions Den before heading over to Mason Jar but the fog was so bad you couldn't see anything! Until a few minutes after this pic when it started pouring rain........

tight fitt!!

Yeah, but it was fun

Who owns the black buggy with a green hood and toy axle rear steer?

They were camped at Verda feild. I think it said M and F Fab? maybe?

M&M Fab?
His name is PJ and I think he's from Winston-Salem area.
He rode with us, but I don't really "know" him.

Any contact info?

Just had some questions about his buggy.

http://www.mandmfab.com

A few pics of our gang.

Looks like ole man Gabby is wheeling that ford hard!!

Looks like ole man Gabby is wheeling that ford hard!!

Yep. He was smiling the whole time.:D

Great pictures..
Awesome samurai.

But this is one of my favorite pics of the event..

That's awesome. Shame I missed that.

Great pictures..
Awesome samurai.

But this is one of my favorite pics of the event..

Yea, he sure is a handsome devil:grinpimp: