Mt. Arrowsmith (Delica P*rn)
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Mt. Arrowsmith (Delica P*rn)
I tried making it to the abandoned ski area, but once I started slipping sideways on the road I figgered the snow was still too deep yet. I really don't have the tires for it. But I did pass a couple of other 4X4s that had used snow machines to get as far as I went!
Tried a different route but ran into the same. it's actually a couple of feet deep. The wet snow doesn't give much traction and it's very heavy.
I wanted to find a spot with good views. This nice area of second growth seemed perfect, but what a road! Can she make it? I haven't used my van for any 4X4 work before this.
Chug, chug, so far so good!
She made it seem so easy! Never could do this in my Westy.
Had a few of these to cross as well.
Made it!
All set for the night. What a fantastic location; the views were stunning and the stars incredible at that elevation.
My new novel A Dark and Promised Land has just been released by Dundurn Press. "On the eve of war he is compelled to reclaim her love, setting himself against his people amid a conflict that will form a nation." http://www.darkpromisedland.com/
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Re: Mt. Arrowsmith (Delica P*rn)
Nice. A little tougher than the old VW's for sure. Great weather for your adventure. Thanks for sharing the fun.
Happy Day!
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Re: Mt. Arrowsmith (Delica P*rn)
How do you like the roof top tent? Seems like a great idea.
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Re: Mt. Arrowsmith (Delica P*rn)
I love it! With the westy interior and tent up top, it's almost got the versatility of a Westfalia but with the ruggedness and capabilities of a Delica. Next stop Baja!
My new novel A Dark and Promised Land has just been released by Dundurn Press. "On the eve of war he is compelled to reclaim her love, setting himself against his people amid a conflict that will form a nation." http://www.darkpromisedland.com/
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Re: Mt. Arrowsmith (Delica P*rn)
Nice set up - my L300 like to climb too. I think that is when you really notice the low end torque of the diesel. Good to see you are travelling with a little company - real little. He/she seems to be enjoying the ride!
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Re: Mt. Arrowsmith (Delica P*rn)
She's just a pup, but didn't like it all all. Sat in my lap shaking like she was crapping out a pineapple. Funny, cause she'll ride in my jacket on my motorcycle without much complaint. It seemed all the noise banging over the bumps is what really freaked her. Took her a couple days to really calm down.
My new novel A Dark and Promised Land has just been released by Dundurn Press. "On the eve of war he is compelled to reclaim her love, setting himself against his people amid a conflict that will form a nation." http://www.darkpromisedland.com/