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Title: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on February 28, 2013, 05:19:34 PM
sorr for the short notice but I am going to do a lil trail ride this sunday, id like to check out bell mtn...

now, i have never been to bell so not 100% se where to go, id like to meet up somwere(maybe for breakfast first) then ride out

letme know what yall think

we are meeting at huddle house at 9am

8426 S Main St  Helen, GA 30545
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on February 28, 2013, 07:04:51 PM
I'd be interested... Since sunday's are typically the only days I can get away from my son's baseball...  I have not been up in that area either but would like to, at the least, do the harder part of the ride that the Trail Riders did in January...  Let me know what you think...
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: northgaZJ on February 28, 2013, 09:18:21 PM
There are a group of guys wanting to ride up to Bell Mtn. on Jeep Forum. They wanted to go on Sunday, there's one guy that has been and there are two that have never been. Just a heads up!
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: bear991 on February 28, 2013, 09:43:19 PM
I wouldn't mind taking another run at bell. I rode in Jan. with the group,same route I've taken several times. What time and where do we meet?
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on February 28, 2013, 09:59:04 PM
You sound like the leader bear...  Let me know what your thinking...
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on February 28, 2013, 10:06:41 PM
There are a group of guys wanting to ride up to Bell Mtn. on Jeep Forum. They wanted to go on Sunday, there's one guy that has been and there are two that have never been. Just a heads up!


Im dark helmet over there.... trying to get my name changed LOL....
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: jkDave on February 28, 2013, 10:07:13 PM
This sounds kinda fun.  I have to be in Atlanta that morning but if you're going in the afternoon I might join up.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on February 28, 2013, 10:12:42 PM
I can do either JK...  Just want to take a break from the ball fields and Sunday is that day...  Let's ride...  The more the merrier....
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: bear991 on February 28, 2013, 10:13:29 PM
Lol.... I don't have to be the leader...I'm no chief..just a Indian..but I do know the way. We met at the plea market in Helen and started about 9:00,did Trey Mtn first rode over to Rabun Co. did Talluha river road then over to Bell mtn. It doesn't matter to me which way we go whatever works for everybody I'm flexable
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on February 28, 2013, 10:19:17 PM
i was thinkin of doing 9-10ish... finding somewhere to do breakfast then go wheelin... i have no place to be and all day to get there soooo im down for any trails really.... kinda want some challenges

also... from what im seeing... its gonna be 38-45 degrees at the high for the day... was hoping was gonna be a lil warmer but oh well
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: bear991 on February 28, 2013, 10:29:04 PM
Just mentioned the ride to my wife she says It's supposed to snow Sat. and Sunday. 9-10 works for me,breakfast at huddle house in Helen then we can wheel, but I'm open to any ideas
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on February 28, 2013, 10:35:12 PM
ohhh a snow run too!! LOL

sounds good, im open to suggestions as well
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on February 28, 2013, 10:48:00 PM
This is sounding like fun...  Morning works for me...  We sticking with Huddle House in Helen at 9am?  {letseat}
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on February 28, 2013, 10:53:55 PM
huddle house address

8426 S Main St  Helen, GA 30545
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: bear991 on February 28, 2013, 10:57:22 PM
I'll be there at 9 ready to go
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: onlygoon on March 01, 2013, 05:50:26 AM
I would like to make this run be my last til after surgery so I may try to make it
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Bruce on March 01, 2013, 06:47:08 AM
I should be up in the area, so ill try and make it.
Title: Re: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: DOUG on March 01, 2013, 07:11:11 AM
Top left.

Shake Rag Rd to the end and left.

http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=1995518

Sent off camber
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 01, 2013, 10:46:34 AM
Thanks Doug!
Title: Re: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: DOUG on March 01, 2013, 11:32:12 AM
In return please clean up any graffiti you see.

Sent off camber
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 01, 2013, 11:34:29 AM
Got room for more? The Allen gang was planning on heading up sunday anyway because of the chance of snow. We'll see you guys there. If there is any snow in the area Tray mountain will be covered. I'm up for a ride to the top of bell and tray if you guys are. Either way we'll see you there.

Marc.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on March 01, 2013, 11:50:18 AM
Always room for a fee more rigs!!

Thanks for directions Doug!! And will do!
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: prjohnson on March 01, 2013, 01:30:42 PM
My Jeep currently needs some work before I can really take it anywhere, but I have a buddy who just got an FJ that he's been wanting to stretch its legs somewhere.
What kind of trails are these, FS roads? He's locked with mud tires.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 01, 2013, 02:25:28 PM
My Jeep currently needs some work before I can really take it anywhere, but I have a buddy who just got an FJ that he's been wanting to stretch its legs somewhere.
What kind of trails are these, FS roads? He's locked with mud tires.

Your buddy will be fine...  My understanding is that there we some bone stock Jeeps that did this ride back in January...  Join in....
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on March 01, 2013, 02:52:32 PM
Looks like we will have a decent amount of rigs out on sunday!!! Cant wait!!! Gonna slap the mud terrains on tomorrow, doing some final checks on my rig now so will be ready for some fun
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 01, 2013, 04:00:41 PM
So what's the plan? Are we going to do the same route as the Jan trip or a modified version? The Jan trip took all day to complete bu we had 30-something jeeps. Just trying to plan for food/provisions if needed. Also if were going to take that route I would recommend either everyone eat before we meet or meet earlier. If anyone has a CB we could use the standard channel 7 to stay together. I'm a planner. It's what I do. Sorry. LOL
 //SLAMIN//
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on March 01, 2013, 04:41:36 PM
game plan was meet with your locals, roll up to the flea market/huddle house at 9am for breakfast and for main meeting spot... then roll out

sorry im not very good at the organization.... just wanna wheel... figured id through out invite! lol so far looking like  decent turn out...
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 01, 2013, 05:20:25 PM
game plan was meet with your locals, roll up to the flea market/huddle house at 9am for breakfast and for main meeting spot... then roll out

sorry im not very good at the organization.... just wanna wheel... figured id through out invite! lol so far looking like  decent turn out...

Ok. So what time at which meeting place? LOL. 9 at huddle or flea market? I'm sure i'll find you guys but it would be nice to nail it down. I'll probably eat on my way. I'm coming from holly springs so it's gonna be an early morning for me.

As for the ride, my boys really want to see some snow. Looking at the weather reports and from personal experience Tray and Bell will both probably get some snow but at over 3000' and a lot more shade tray will hold the snow longer and probably still have snow sunday morning. The ride up tray takes about two to three hours depending on the group. When we get to the end of Tray we are on Hwy 17 and can turn north to hiawassie to hit bell. I see that you are co-ordinating with the jeep forum guys to so just let me know what you have in mind.

Either way I will be on CB channel 7 when I get close to town. See you there.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on March 01, 2013, 06:33:32 PM
9am at huddle house
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 01, 2013, 06:36:41 PM
9am at huddle house
see you there.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: bear991 on March 01, 2013, 07:18:13 PM
We can decide Sunday what route we want to take. The route Doug put together in Jan. for our ride was great in my opinion so I suggested we do the same. Just a suggestion. It did take all day but we had 30+ Jeeps. Marc is rite we should all run channel 7. I'll planning on being out all day so I'll pack accordinly
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 01, 2013, 09:00:09 PM
See you guys at 9 on Sunday...  I don't have a cb but I keep up pretty well...
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 01, 2013, 09:10:49 PM
See you guys at 9 on Sunday...  I don't have a cb but I keep up pretty well...

No worries. We'll just make sure someone with a radio rides sweep so no one gets left behind.
Title: Re: Re: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: DOUG on March 02, 2013, 07:38:26 AM
Always room for a fee more rigs!!

Thanks for directions Doug!! And will do!

jk.  The top is littered with graffiti.   Sad site.

That entire run is 100 miles of trail and scenic roads. 

Sent off camber
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on March 02, 2013, 11:47:16 AM
Well fellas.... Once again I get crapped on...

i wont be making it tomorrow, work is calling me in for the weekend... yall have fun!!
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 02, 2013, 11:57:03 AM
Well fellas.... Once again I get crapped on...

i wont be making it tomorrow, work is calling me in for the weekend... yall have fun!!
No worries. We can still meet at the huddle house at 9:00. I know the route and or some other routes and can lead if I need to.


Sent from the top of the mountain.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Bruce on March 02, 2013, 12:54:51 PM
There is a dusting of snow on the hill tops. It's also trying to drizzle a bit of snow now at lower elevations.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 02, 2013, 02:39:43 PM
There is a dusting of snow on the hill tops. It's also trying to drizzle a bit of snow now at lower elevations.

Awesome! Snow ride 2013!  //SLAMIN//
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 02, 2013, 04:48:58 PM
Ok last minute head count. Who's still planning on going?
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 02, 2013, 06:43:12 PM
Ok last minute head count. Who's still planning on going?


I'm still going....  Planning at being at huddle house around 9...  Not planning on eating....
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 02, 2013, 06:49:08 PM
Ok last minute head count. Who's still planning on going?


I'm still going....  Planning at being at huddle house around 9...  Not planning on eating....

Cool. See you there.


Sent from the top of the mountain.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: bear991 on March 02, 2013, 07:57:57 PM
Not going to make it tomorrow. Went out to service jeep today and found antifreeze in the shop. After further inspection and pressure testing found a hole in radiator. Pulled rad took to rad shop been waiting all day to get it back. Guy called said it couldn't be repaired. Just ordered one online damn it
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Bruce on March 02, 2013, 08:32:19 PM
Ill make it to the huddle house by 930, not planning on breakfast.

Silver and black tj
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 02, 2013, 10:04:22 PM
Not going to make it tomorrow. Went out to service jeep today and found antifreeze in the shop. After further inspection and pressure testing found a hole in radiator. Pulled rad took to rad shop been waiting all day to get it back. Guy called said it couldn't be repaired. Just ordered one online damn it

Dang, Sorry you can't make it. My boys are looking forward to a snow ride. Word has it that both Tray and Bell Mtn are snow capped as we speak. We'll catch you next time.

Marc.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 02, 2013, 10:05:05 PM
Ill make it to the huddle house by 930, not planning on breakfast.

Silver and black tj

See you there.

Marc.
Title: Re: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: DOUG on March 02, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
So who is riding tomorrow?

I saw 9 and 930.  What is departure time?

Sent off camber
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 02, 2013, 11:23:50 PM
So who is riding tomorrow?

I saw 9 and 930.  What is departure time?

Sent off camber

We're planning on being at huddle house at 9:00. Some maybe a little late but leave out at 9:30/9:45. Come on Doug. There should be some snow up on top of both trey and Bell.


Sent from the top of the mountain.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: northgaZJ on March 02, 2013, 11:46:06 PM
I'll be there of course. I'll probably be at Huddle House at 9:15.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 03, 2013, 12:16:13 AM
Just set the alarm...  See you guys in a few hours...
Title: Re: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: DOUG on March 03, 2013, 08:09:48 AM
I think we're going another direction. You guys have fun.

Sent off camber
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on March 03, 2013, 05:29:59 PM
so how was the ride??
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Bruce on March 03, 2013, 05:46:06 PM
I broke a power steering line and had to call it early. Fixed once I got home.

Otherwise I had fun.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: ranier1315 on March 03, 2013, 06:05:09 PM
so how was the ride??

Other than Bruce having to call it a day early it was good times. Bell was way tore up but the hike to the top was worth it. No snow on bell but Eagle and Brasstown were white capped and cool to see from the top of Bell. We'll have to do it again sometime when everyone can go.

Marc.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: bear991 on March 03, 2013, 07:12:04 PM
Where did you guys wind up going? Fumbles did you make the ride? Hell all I could do was sit and watch trail ride vids all day.
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: Fumbles on March 03, 2013, 07:36:08 PM
I wasnt able to make the ride due to being called in to work :/
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 03, 2013, 07:37:51 PM
I broke a power steering line and had to call it early. Fixed once I got home.

Otherwise I had fun.

Glad you got it fixed Bruce...  Was nice to meet you and hope to catch up agian soon...
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 03, 2013, 07:43:07 PM
Ride was fun...  Great to get out and head up into the mountains...  I wimped out at Bell because the first ditch looked like it would swallow a Hummer and was slick as ice...  Great view at the top after we hiked up it (minus all the graffiti)...  Tray Mtn. was a nice little mellow ride...  Thanks for showing me the way Marc, hope to meet up again soon...
Title: Re: bell mtn run this sunday 3/3/13
Post by: brentdavis on March 03, 2013, 08:08:03 PM
Following Marc up Bell...  This was before I wimped out on the main trail...   ;D

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