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    Recce 6,2011 PradoPointGTG

    This reccewas commenced with the charter to find some interesting tracks to get fromCharlie Morelands camp site to the Noosa Northshore camp site. In the interestof expediency we did the trip in reverse so that we ended up closer toBrisbane.

    Present wasFozzy, Snaga and myself and there was an additional requirement on this recce,and that was “to stick to the plan and not get lead astray down interestingside tracks”.

    This wentwell as we left Pomona for the Woondum National Park, first stop was theTablelands Rd Lookout with stunning views south for miles. The obligatory lineup shot was taken and then back to the track. 3 generations of Prados.



    This iswhere it went a little pear shaped... we saw an interesting side track, oops.The 150 tackled the ruts first, no problems, we then guided Fozzy through withhis saggy bum, that’s stock suspension wise, and then it was Snaga.

    A picturetells a thousand words, Snaga lost forward momentum, apparently. He’ll tell youit was the person directing, but said person was too busy taking photos andlaughing.

    Next upFozzy was “de-flowered” as he puts it, doing his first snatch recovery whichwent well without any dramas.




    Off to thecommunications towers for a look and to get our weekend dose of RF induction,back to the main track and then on to Amamoor State Forest (Gympie Music MusterSite).

    Then turningsouth through the Amamoor and Imbil State Forests, where we came to washed outbridge that fortunately had a side track through the creek. The tracks aregravel roads with no problems for standard suspension cars and camper trailerfriendly.
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  • #2
    Luv the pics Richo, shame I couldn't make this particular Reccy.

    Looks as though Snaga had a "momentary loss in forward momentum".
    Stewy
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    • #3
      Originally posted by stewy View Post
      Luv the pics Richo, shame I couldn't make this particular Reccy.

      Looks as though Snaga had a "momentary loss in forward momentum".
      Damn straight!! With wheels in the air and and my rear diff firmly grounded out on the clay I wasn't going anywhere. That pic was on the way down... the front right was a hole lot higher than that at one point. I tried to balance on 3 wheels but the photographer was a bit slow

      I'll get some pics up soon guys... maybe tomorrow arvo.

      I tell ya, the custom pin striping shows up more after washing the ol' bus
      Cheers, Leon
      There's no such thing as a wrong turn... it's just the scenic route!
      1998 VX Grande 95... gone, 2008 GXL 120... almost gone... 2017 GXL 150... blank canvas
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      • #4
        For those who may be considering going to the GTG but are put off by the photo of the terrain, I should point out that this particular section was a shortcut to the main forest drive, which was far more friendly to those of lesser experience (like me).

        Leon got stuck because there was no-one to direct him across the tricky bit. I had my hands in my pockets whilst the individual who WAS supposed to be directing was busy with the camera, muttering "Ooh yeah, hold it there Leon", "Fantastic!" and other enthusiastic noises.

        I looked at Leon, he looked at me and then "Oops", goin' no-where. Won't happen again Leon!

        Cheers,

        Dave
        Confidence - The feeling before you fully understand the situation

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        • #5
          I thought I spotted the three amigos exiting the Mt Mee area via Chambers Rd mid afternoon sunday ...

          Was I mistaken or did they take the long way home ?

          Lee
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          Last edited by Leethal; 16-08-2011, 12:57 PM. Reason: grammer lol
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          • #6
            Hi Leethal,

            Was the long way home (sortof). Needed to recce Mt Mee as well so combined the two trips. Sad to see the number of gates installed since the rain event across well known tracks up there, let's hope they are opened up again!

            Cheers,

            Dave
            Confidence - The feeling before you fully understand the situation

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            • #7
              Originally posted by Fozzy View Post
              For those who may be considering going to the GTG but are put off by the photo of the terrain, I should point out that this particular section was a shortcut to the main forest drive, which was far more friendly to those of lesser experience (like me).
              Let me guess Fozzy,.... Richo led this one with the inevitable detour for some extra fun.

              Looks like we need to explore a bit more with tracks like the one you found. I'm Always up for a challenge.

              Cheers
              Stewy
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              • #8
                Hi Folks

                There was a chicken track around that slight rut in the road, but the photo was included so that anybody that is looking for a bit more low range work can see that if they elect for the Rating 3 tracks there will be some fun. That route has Rating 2 tracks and even an experienced off road caravaner would take theirs along the road.

                It is up to the individual to make their own decision, we have a million photos of all that tracks that will be available before the event at Nureum Ck so that attendees can make a decision before departing on the track they wish to travel.

                As for Fozzy it was great that he had an easy entry into his first recovery ( now known as the "deflowering of Fozzy") which he accomplished perfectly, it was noted over the weekend the amount of OOHS, AHHS, Awesome, Fantastic, Primordal, etc comments over the UHF that the scenery is something to look forward to.

                Tomorrow is another hard day at work (Brisvegas Ekka Day) as we do Recce 7 in the hinterland behind the Noosa Northshore beach and Double Island Point led by Hutch. I don't know how I will continue to do this but it is all for the 4WDriving Party and PradoPoint benefit, it's just so hard to get rid of the smile wrinkles, there's not enough manscaping facial products available .

                See ya on the tracks, Richo and the 2011 GTG Committee.
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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Fozzy View Post
                  For those who may be considering going to the GTG but are put off by the photo of the terrain, I should point out that this particular section was a shortcut to the main forest drive, which was far more friendly to those of lesser experience (like me).

                  Leon got stuck because there was no-one to direct him across the tricky bit. I had my hands in my pockets whilst the individual who WAS supposed to be directing was busy with the camera, muttering "Ooh yeah, hold it there Leon", "Fantastic!" and other enthusiastic noises.

                  I looked at Leon, he looked at me and then "Oops", goin' no-where. Won't happen again Leon!

                  Cheers,

                  Dave
                  All good Dave... I haven't been stuck for a while so it's good to be brought down to earth again
                  Probably got stuck for two reasons....

                  1. Richo was supposed to be directing but got carried away with the camera...
                  2. I saw Richo had a camera in his hand while I had a wheel 2' off the ground and tried to pose for the camera
                  Cheers, Leon
                  There's no such thing as a wrong turn... it's just the scenic route!
                  1998 VX Grande 95... gone, 2008 GXL 120... almost gone... 2017 GXL 150... blank canvas
                  Optix Photographix

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