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Old 03-01-2010, 09:59 AM   #1
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One night on a snow covered road

Sometimes all it takes is an overnighter with your son and dog to get refreshed. Work has been so hectic I really needed to hit the reset button.

We found a snow covered road and went as far as I felt safe going. I did find that 10,000lb + vans don't "float" on thick snow too well. Lowering the tire pressure to about 30lbs got us a little further.

Camped on the side of the road & didn't see or hear another soul. Made about a 300' sled track down the center of the road.

Yeah, not much of a trip report, but it sure felt good to get out.



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Old 03-01-2010, 10:18 AM   #2
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Re: One night on a snow covered road

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Sometimes all it takes is an overnighter with your son and dog to get refreshed. Work has been so hectic I really needed to hit the reset button.

We found a snow covered road and went as far as I felt safe going. I did find that 10,000lb + vans don't "float" on thick snow too well. Lowering the tire pressure to about 30lbs got us a little further.

Camped on the side of the road & didn't see or hear another soul. Made about a 300' sled track down the center of the road.

Yeah, not much of a trip report, but it sure felt good to get out.



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I know exactly how you feel. Good call to get away, even if only for a day.
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Old 03-01-2010, 10:43 AM   #3
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Re: One night on a snow covered road

Nicely Done!!


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Old 03-01-2010, 10:47 AM   #4
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Re: One night on a snow covered road

Good for you, Phil. That's exactly what it's all about for me, too.

Hit the reset button. Love it!
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Old 03-01-2010, 08:58 PM   #5
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Re: One night on a snow covered road

Right on. That looks like a blast.
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Old 03-02-2010, 10:46 AM   #6
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Re: One night on a snow covered road

Looks like good family time.
Great stuff.
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