tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post6526138163034146107..comments2024-03-28T09:36:03.183-05:00Comments on Kofa Mountains, Arizona: Charlie Bell Pass TrailDoug Laninghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12579793294984734214noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-27903410873464123172019-03-05T11:40:58.029-06:002019-03-05T11:40:58.029-06:00Meh, that road doesn't look that bad. First of...Meh, that road doesn't look that bad. First off, Jeeps are not smooth riders thanks to solid axles front and rear. Rugged and capable, yes, but not smooth. A vehicle with an independent front suspension, a moderate lift and good springs might be able to go much faster. I've got both a Jeep Rubicon ( 3" lift, Fox remote shocks ) and a Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 ( stock ) and the ZR2 is by far a much better ride over bumps. <br />Second, air down your tires to about 15-20 PSI. This will take the edge off the rocks while providing some limited protection for your tires from damage from sharp rocks or roots. With less air in them, they'll tend to flex around potential sharp objects rather than puncturing. Think half inflated balloon vs. a fully inflated one. <br />We carry an Viair 12v compressor to re-inflate at the end of a trail ride. <br /><br />I'm looking forward to driving this!Airmonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05617439136255532139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-30537025131012360512017-01-17T08:59:59.320-06:002017-01-17T08:59:59.320-06:00Thanks, Emjay. May have to repaint the Jeep, if I...Thanks, Emjay. May have to repaint the Jeep, if I keep getting into these tight places.Doug Laninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12579793294984734214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-39268145132708634552017-01-17T08:57:59.157-06:002017-01-17T08:57:59.157-06:00You're right, Al. The last time I drove out t...You're right, Al. The last time I drove out that way, I turned back at the Refuge sign-in. This time, with a pass, I was determined to go the distance.<br />And I did. <br /><br />Now if I can get rid of this neck pain from all the juggling I did in the Jeep.Doug Laninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12579793294984734214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-26973727012544507162017-01-17T08:54:30.576-06:002017-01-17T08:54:30.576-06:00That made it worth while. That made it worth while. Doug Laninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12579793294984734214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-86218519646285973882017-01-17T08:53:53.978-06:002017-01-17T08:53:53.978-06:00Thanks Dolly. I feel better this morning, but sti...Thanks Dolly. I feel better this morning, but still sore.Doug Laninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12579793294984734214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-3681848558651536822017-01-17T08:06:52.953-06:002017-01-17T08:06:52.953-06:00Your vehicle probably also has some desert pinstri...Your vehicle probably also has some desert pinstriping too, courtesy of all that close-in brush and tree stuff.Emjayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08082133928312864426noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-36715041008542650672017-01-17T06:20:01.906-06:002017-01-17T06:20:01.906-06:00Yes I remember that road as being terrible as well...Yes I remember that road as being terrible as well but I don't think we went as far or for as long as you did. Supposed to be petroglyphs out there but we never found them. We turned around when we saw some suspicious activity ahead. Your day will be one that will stand out in your memory over the years and when you think about it's difficulties it may even bring a little smile to you. There is always a sense of accomplishment in those kinds of rough and tumble days.Al Bossencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04307619781955351484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-20454648232632366132017-01-16T21:53:30.065-06:002017-01-16T21:53:30.065-06:00It's a bummer you went all that way for nothin...It's a bummer you went all that way for nothing! At least the senery was beautiful! Jim Laninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10919507784624067103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7220245417166381981.post-29214505440488833622017-01-16T21:52:43.253-06:002017-01-16T21:52:43.253-06:00Oh, my...I feel your pain! Just looking at that r...Oh, my...I feel your pain! Just looking at that rocky road, caused my neck to ache. Even your shadow looked tired. I hope your next adventure has a more rewarding end.Dolly Laninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06800958084104672640noreply@blogger.com