2011 Kawasaki Built Teryx Rock Crawling in Area
BFE
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The Built
Kawasaki Teryx took on many challanges
at Area BFE including this tricky rock
climb
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Other than almost rolling on one obstacle (I am
sure it was driver error), I was super thrilled
with my Teryx and loved the challenges offered by
this trail. We ran the whole loop and ended at the
start of another trail called Helldorado. The trail
is probably all of 1/3 of a mile long, so we got
out and walked it first. There was a broken Toyota
at the start of the trail. It had huge tires and
was stuck right in the first obstacle. At this point,
I wasn't too sure that I wanted to even run the
trail with my brand new Teryx, so I walked along
with an eye on taking pictures of the others instead.
Other than the first obstacle, there were a few
more that looked pretty nasty, then a waterfall
at the end that was impassable without winching.
I watched Woody, Casey, Reid and Dean go through
the first obstacle and I guess I got caught up
in the moment and decided I might as well go for
it too.
Surprisingly enough, I made it though the first
obstacle without assistance other than a spotter.
I think the long shocks coupled with the +5 suspension
and traction from the Pit Bulls were the difference.
We made it through a few more obstacles, then
the the trail got easier until the waterfall at
the end.
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The 26.5"
Pit Bull Rocker tires on DFR Baja Crippler
wheels worked great for getting the most
tire bite on the rocks
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The waterfall at the end is pretty much impassable
for UTVs and most full-size 4x4s so that wasn't
really a challenge. Pictures don' really do it
justice at all. Definitely felt a little uncomfortable
knowing you were going over if the line broke.
Area BFE was big fun, and we only put a dent
into what you can do out there. If you are going
to Moab, and have some extra time, put it on your
to-do list. Whether you go for the more extreme
trails or just want to cruise, there is something
for everyone.
I had a great experience in Moab once again.
Always great wheeling, and I meet several super
cool people each year. Just wish I could stay
longer. And as far as my new Teryx goes, phase
one of the build has completely exceeded my expectations.
My gears have been turning since I left Moab on
what do to next. I know for sure that I will be
talking with Muzzys about a big bore engine, and
I really want to check out some 30? tires. I live
in northern California with the world famous Rubicon
Trail in my backyard, so I know that there will
be some rock crawling in my summer plans. Hopefully
the rain will stop soon so we will be able to
get to the trail head sometime soon
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