Moab First Timer Thread

[rideit]

I used to call 18 Road the ‘Caddyshack’ trails for couples, because at the end of a good day there, “Everyone’s Gonna Get Laid!”

[toastybroski]

I was just down there 2 days ago. Navajo rocks was really fun but I second that I got really bored about halfway through the full loop. I need some longer downhills. Not enough up to get tired and not enough down to get the adrenaline pumping.

I am the definition of an beginner/intermediate.

[raisingarizona13]

I used to call 18 Road the ‘Caddyshack’ trails for couples, because at the end of a good day there, “Everyone’s Gonna Get Laid!”

It's a damn fine spot for that sort of experience

My first time to Moab was in 2001. Back then it was pretty much the Slick Rock Trail and Porcupine along with a bunch of sandy Jeep Road stuff and Bartlets. We had just came from Fruita and we were totally perplexed about the Moab hype and wanted to head straight back to Fruita.

The riding options since then have obviously come a long way but so has the crowding. I'm not a huge fan of Maob anymore and I prefer the more quieter and peaceful places that aren't as discovered. Heck, I live 40 minutes from Sedona and I only rode once down there this whole last year.

[rideit]

Back then I also had a running joke when people would come into the shop and ask "Where is the best singletrack in Moab for Spring Break?" And I would always answer "Fruita".
My first time riding Moab was '87, and Slick rock was really the draw because of how unique it is.

[Thaleia]

Haven't been to that amazing corner of the world since 2019, are there any new trails or networks even in Moab, Fruita, Grand Junction area beyond the Palisade Plunge?

[homemadesalsa]

Not sure what year it went in, but SARLACC, which is up above 18 road, is super fun. We rode it out and back but there's other good trail out beyond it.

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[toast2266]

Falcon flow / hawks glide / eagle eye in moab are new-ish.

[snowaddict91]

If you extend your reach to Montrose, we are 2/3 of the way done with 14 miles of new trail.

[rideit]

EOB, We need a trip report!

[fastfred]

I used to call 18 Road the ‘Caddyshack’ trails for couples, because at the end of a good day there, “Everyone’s Gonna Get Laid!”

sounds right

I ride bikes kids ride get tired mommy drinks wine and I get lucky been there done that

[fastfred]

If you extend your reach to Montrose, we are 2/3 of the way done with 14 miles of new trail.

yeah lets just ruin montrose while we are at it
keep that shit quiet man

[Foggy_Goggles]

sounds right

I ride bikes kids ride get tired mommy drinks wine and I get lucky been there done that

Your fuckin' lab got into my cooler and ain't my samwich while you were getting busy in the pop up. Fuck you.

[Name Redacted]

I was surprised how uncrowded it was around Moab this past weekend. The pay campground was full but there were many many open sites for dispersed camping. We even found an entire campground that was empty in a pretty awesome spot. I think people are trying to be as close to town as possible, or maybe think you can only camp in campgrounds or something. Maybe it was the cold overnight temps, but the days were pretty nice. Anyway, maybe the madness of the last few years is being tamped down a bit.

Anyway, we were mostly SxS/Moto riding, but did get a fun mellow ride in on Rodeo yesterday before the ride back. Fun little trail for my first ride of the season and we didn't see a single other person on it, meanwhile NR and Mag7 down the road had full parking lots.

[raisingarizona13]

yeah lets just ruin montrose while we are at it
keep that shit quiet man

I don't think Montrose is going to become the next Moab.

[teleee]

I don't think Montrose is going to become the next Moab.

I sure hope not.


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[fastfred]

Your fuckin' lab got into my cooler and ain't my samwich while you were getting busy in the pop up. Fuck you.

bro
you need to get out more and the mountain people traveling to costa rica for vacation is lame
I'll be in Hawaii will you be there? I'm missing out on desert season this year big time and it's kinda weird
was in moab in january at thats it
but once you realize moab is played out you find so many other great places to go in the desert
as long as everyone keeps on keeping on going to moab I should be all good

almost want to buy a SXS because some of the places I've been now are so desolate with miles and miles of endless trails and roads

[rideit]

And, just like you, all of the OG Jeep people are PISSED about all of the n00bs with their SxS’, generally trashing the experience.

And the circle continues…

[Name Redacted]

SxSs are fun as hell when you are in them. Annoying as hell when you arent in them.

[grskier]

If you extend your reach to Montrose, we are 2/3 of the way done with 14 miles of new trail.

Was there on Saturday for Soccer, was thinking next trip we'd bring bikes too... where is the new?

[jmedslc]

SxSs are fun as hell when you are DRIVING them. Annoying as hell when you arent in them.

FTFY. I cannot endure 5 minutes in a sxs unless I’m the one behind the wheel. And even then my back gets aggravated.

[Name Redacted]

FTFY. I cannot endure 5 minutes in a sxs unless I’m the one behind the wheel. And even then my back gets aggravated.

Yeah, five point harness helps a lot with that. And the fact that I'm usually getting shook around so much I can't even enjoy a beer is annoying. They are great for hauling beer and gear around while the motos have their fun. I doubt I'd ever invest in one though.

[fastfred]

Was there on Saturday for Soccer, was thinking next trip we'd bring bikes too... where is the new?

Whole new area west of town electric hills or something can't remember names

[Thaleia]

Not sure what year it went in, but SARLACC, which is up above 18 road, is super fun. We rode it out and back but there's other good trail out beyond it.

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Falcon flow / hawks glide / eagle eye in moab are new-ish.

These sound great, thanks!

[rideit]

We haven’t heard from EOB yet, so I’m just going to assume he accidentally took his GF down Portal, and she pushed him off of the cliff.

RIP, Bro

[MiddleOfNight]

Go to Fruita and ride the 18 Road stuff. It's really fun and inexperienced gf friendly.

All the lower stuff is great right now, the most western part of 'frontside' is super choppy with cow tracks still, but everything else is riding great.
re: Sarlacc/Edge Loop .. lower stuff is in, but I made my first try at an edge lap last tuesday (4/18) and it was not in. about a mile before that upper pumping station the mud/snow/ice started. probably 2' of snow at that station. it'll be ready soon though.