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I live 30 minutes from there and I am ready whenever.

I think I could be able to make that... Feb would be better though, cause I should have another quad for the old lady...

End of Jan. or eary FEB. I'll be there with my kid. Never been, need directions keep me updated

Is that a long weekend or not? 

Hell, I'm ready for a ride...hopefully by then I will have something to burn up the mud holes with... ::)

Mike

i'm in! I've wanted to go for a while now! Maybe nows the chance!

im in ill have my 4x4 and my 400 now i jsut need to fix my sis recon is this ride going to be slow or fast

I'm in for sure and a couple more riders too can't wait. ;)

    We may be in too...................

hopefully i'll have that weekend off so i can make it.

I might be up for the 11th and 12th.

Can someone give me directions to Rodman Dam from Mill Dam Lake? 

When are we wanting to do this ride :) ;D?


FLMEDIC911 ::) 8)

Take hwy 40 east to 19. Make a left and go north. On 19 you will also pass an intersection on the left (rd 314) keep going straight for approx another 20 minutes and you will pass over a small bridge going over the Oklawaha River, then you know you a real close. Keep going and then you will see a large sign on the left that says Rodman Campground, fishing, etc. In the background should be the start of a huge bridge so you want to turn before the bridge. Across the road there is a sign for a “Boy’s Ranch” Turn left at the Rodman campground sign and follow the road down about 3 miles to parking area. Road dead ends into Rodman Pit.
If you pass the sign you will know because you will go over the “barge canal” a huge bridge. If so turn around go over the bridge and make your first right turn coming in that direction (south)


Below is a pic of the sign on your left side where you turn.

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I think the trails to get to the 88 store are closed. Also, with the way the rangers were talking this weekend at Big Scrub, Rodman might be closed by then. Anything in the ONF right now is kinda just go and see if its open and hope for the best. We were told by the rangers that after the 1st of the year all the trails will be closed to start the maintained trail system.

we might be in too but we probly won't spend the night.  so all the major riding will be done on saturday right

IAM IN AND SO ARE TWO OTHERS WE CANT WAIT 8)

  February 11th!  Got it on my calendar..........

  Will try my best to make one of these GROUP RIDES (at least be on time).
 I will not be camping....but what can I expect at the starting point?
 Are there Bar-b-que grills?  Bathrooms?  I have never been to Rodman......
fill me in.

      Chuck 'roast

From what I remember from my Rodman ride last year the bathrooms are the nearest bush or tree of your choice  ;D You basically park right next to the sandpit and thats where you start from. You will need to bring food and drinks because its a ways to the nearest store.

you cant legally ride to the 88 store any more. there are other destinations that are good. i havent been on-line in 2 months so im not sure if that trail system has started yet or not.

jeff

Is anyone welcome on this ride. I have about 5 to 10 bikes coming up to this area to ride that weekend. We would love to join this ride and get to meet people and see the area. Also does anyone know of any ATV ride clubs in this area?

Hey guys, I am interested in camping and joining in the fun.  I am looking forward to meeting some other people that like to ride as much as I do.

A couple of questions first.  Would it be okay for my son to go along, he is 9 but a pretty good rider? Second, I have a sport quad, I have no xtra racks to carry fuel but I am trying to get a utility quad for my wife to ride.  But if I am not able to will there be someone carrying xtra fuel or will I be able to strap some on someone's ATV that has utility racks?? 

Thanks and looking forward to meeting you guys.
Dave.

good point 'trailrider'.......how far we going on this ride?   We going to be close to empty or  what?
  I don't even know how far my quad will go (600cc devided by 5 gallons).
  I would reckon 60 miles anyway?  I don't really know.
  I think most people will be safe on a tank of gas.....60 miles is a LONG trail ride.

i'll plan on it but i never know between my job ect.
want to meet Mr rost anyway and i always carry a spare gallon in my trunk for trailrider

I'm headed out to Ocala tomorrow.

I'll be at Big Scrub - with the red/black 06 450r.

Anyone else going to be there?

they closed the woods right around the 88 store last spring. the trails to eurika dam are pretty nice but there is no way to tell you how to get through them. too many twist and turns. are the woods shut down yet for the new trail system?.

jeff

Jamesbar has been the official group ride leader on many many rides. Jeff know the woods. 

This will be our first group ride. we have read alot about it and are looking forward to making this ride. looks like we will be bring atleast 6 quads. we will keep checking to see what is happening. Feb 11th & 12th is on our calander too.

im retired now. its time for some new blood. just kidding. i hope to ride (a small group ride) in february but i cant that weekend. maybe march for a big group ride. 

jeff

I would like to get in on this ride.  I live on the south side of Jacksonville -
near 295 and San Jose. 
Count me in.

I'm planning on checking that area out (Rodman Dam) tomorrow 1/16.
Should would be nice to meet up with some one to ride.

Jim

OK....just an idea.......but.............
If someone has a map of the "NEW" trail system, how about we ride it.
  That way......we can all see what's up with it and if any short comings
are found, we can have a chance to air them before the trail becomes 'official'?
   Like i said......just an idea.
  My Girlfriend is going to be out of town....so I have to take advantage
of it.  As of right now, I will be on the ride.

       Chuck 'roast

Where is everyone staying?  I need to know what camp ground you guys are going to be at so I can reserve a sport.

I rode 40 miles last weekend from rodman to 316 to lake delancey, to 19 as of right now I didn't see one sign of a new trail system anywhere. they still haven't started it yet, they did get rid of a few trails near delancey though

I see Elit has a group rate at 1/2 off? Has anyone looked into that?

Is there room for two more?

My wife and I would like to join the ride.  We usually ride in the south forest and are interested in learning the north trails and meeting some people.

We would like to stay at Elite so that would be one cabin towards the group rate.  They currently have 7-8 available.

We rode 40 miles from 316 bridge to delance to rodman. Spoke to a ranger he adv they have installed the sign posts but are unsure when they will be putting the signs in them. So for now its all still open. Has anyone stayed at Lake Oklawaha camp ground?

What is the date of this ride and is it mostly gonna be utes or will there be any sport bikes?   :)

I will be there with at least 2 to 3 other quads also what time I'm there early any how post a timeframe.

I have a cabin and it is #11 at elite.  Will have 3 riders for the group ride.

Yee haww.

LOOKS LIKE JAKE AND ELWOOD  MIGHT BE THERE
   
 
 
 
 
   WERE ON A MISSION FROM GOD!!!
   
                 LETS RIDE

"LOOKS LIKE JAKE AND ELWOOD  MIGHT BE THERE"

(We're putting together THE band)   LOL
   

I didn't read about the group rate until today. I made reservations this afternoon. We will be in cabin 14. maybe we can still go in towards the group rate. It wouldn't hurt to ask anyway. I'm still trying to get some friends to come with us.

Keith

AND SOME DRY WHITE TOAST

I'm gonna try to make it,,,,not making promises.

Id@

it would be just me, and if I make it, I'm hanging around the pit,,,,no sense riding the trails over there when there are much better non-whooped trails elsewhere.

Id@

Jeffgre
 An update for your list.  We will be staying in Cabin #38.  They still have four cabins available.
Looking forward to meeting everyone and some great trail riding!

I have 2 kids, one 10yr and 0ne 8yr. they both have 90cc quads. is anyone else going to be bring kids with small bikes? They can ride with me and my wife if they are going to be the only ones with small bikes.

Keith

We will have a couple of kids around 9yo on thier own bikes.

I think I am going to do this ride if it is alright with you guys.

Chuck, if you're going, I'm going. I'm not doing a marathon, though. When I'm done, I'll head back. Donna (Stitch) will probably go, and I may have as many as 5 more riders with me. Susieblazer- you, Hoss and the crew going?? :dunno.gif

wilburzbro- GREAT to hear you're going. Your son going, too?
What about MuddingMark?

Probably be by myself Kurt. Wilbur said he might be going out of town and my son had a few problems on the report card so he will be out of commision for at least 9 weeks. I'll have to give Muddin Mark a call.

 

  Kurt.........susieblazer and I might be up for this ........spacerider and dirtygrl80 may pass because he is still having tests the next week at Moffitt..................

OK, Bill. If you would, please PM me Spacerider's mail address.

This is our first time riding this area. we have a couple of  two way radios that we will be bringing.
Keith

HA! Kurt says he is going "IF I AM GOING?"....now the pressure is on me?!

   I still  have the date penciled in on the calendar....my G/F is out of town for the week.............what else am I to do!!!!!?  (she said something about staying out of trouble....but not who to stay out of it with)

   You bringing the shotgun kurt?   (COME ON......LETS!!!!!)

               chuck 'roast.

No, no shotguns this trip. Let's go!!!

What the dates for this again??

Redtree......feb 11th for the main ride as far as I can tell.
  There are some people camping overnight.....so I am sure the fun will continue into the next day.
    I don't know that there is a 'firm' time to meet though...........
but I think 9-10 AM is not too early?   
   This will be my first BIG group ride, so I don't really know what I will need as far as substanance.  I don't know if there will be grills for burgers/steaks...(I may buy one of those disposable grills at Walgreens).
I travel with my own 'cooler' so thirst will be quenched.....it will be a learning experience.

    chuck 'roast

Who has an open slot in a cabin for white hetrosexual male?

Chuck-
Group rides don't stop long enough to fire up a grill. Just long enough to scarf down a sammich and ride.

***UNLESS***  We need to wait for an ambulance and perform first-aid!!!

Oh... never mind.

 

 Kurt is stitch going??? can we do a ride with ya'll and are you doing the shorter ride??  :drive.gif

   Yeah what he said!!!  ::)

 :-* :-* :-* Stitch is a go.  :-* :-* :-*

We'll do the short ride.

I'll be bringing my youngin if I come,,,,and sammich stuff to boot, but I'd be staying in the pit area for the day.

Id@

   

   :'( :'( :'( :'( Gonna have to catch the next one the 11th is the weekend Hoss400 is on call.................. >:( >:( >:(

Crap.

when Hoss is on call, susie is on call.
I thought the saying was "when Hoss is happy, susie is happy."

(maybe that is what she was trying to say?)  HA!

  chuck 'roast

   I am a brunette and even I didn't get the jist of this comment???? What does that have to do with his turn up for a week on call for work????????????????? 

WTF??????????????  :dunno.gif :dunno.gif :dunno.gif :dunno.gif :dunno.gif


          I am happy kicking up all that Ocala dust.....................

The JIST was.......you (susie) could not make it because Hoss was unable to make it.   Meaning.........he was the reason not to go.
  Hey..far from it for me to say why people come and go  (someday you will meet Barbara!!)
   But if Barbara was On CALL..and I could not go somewhere....
I would EXPECT someone to call me on it.

(if you can't go , You can't go...........leave it at that).



   chuck 'roast  (hair color not even in PLAY here)

go without my MAN?? right no ........(but if i could drive the F350 5 speed stick and pull the trailer and quads !!!!)  :drive.gif  I would!!!!!  :R



  P S Still was nice riding with ya at the seed orchard......................... :ThumbsUp.gif

I can't afford gas but my truck should be able to pull them if you want to go.  Make a deal.....you cover gas and I'll get y'all there.

Hello Everyone,

My name is Josh and I live in lakeland.  I was surfing the web and found this awsome web site.  My dad and I just bought  a couple of new qauds.  I am interested in joining in on the group ride.  I just wanted to know when I should show up and what to expect.  I don't want to show up and be the only one out there, or unprepaired. If any one would please send me some general info @ joshtaylor5520@tampabay.rr.com.

Thanks,
Josh

Hey Josh.....
 I know what you mean by showing up and being...um....un- prepared.
  I have gone several times to Ocala national Forest......and not recognising anyone.......ridden by myself.  Not that I dislike my company, but it is comforting to ride in a group.
  The ride at rodman is almost assured to be a hoot....since at least three people are BOUND to show at once.
  From what I can tell......people here are of  all different riding abilities (I am on par with a 9 year old as far as I can tell).
  See if you and your dad can get on out......I am a definate "almost" as far as being able to get to the Rodman ride.  (I am always looking for 8 year olds to 'out ride'!!!!   (bring'em if you know 'em)  LMAO


    chuck  'roast

Hello Everyone,

I am thinking about purchasing a GPS system.  I decided to get one after riding out at Big Scrub.  I was back on a trail and it took me a long time to find my way back.  Does anyone know what kind of unit I should look at getting?  I want to buy the right one but I don't want to buy too much or not enough, if you know what i mean.  I will probably purchase it from Bass Proshop.  I also was wondering, just how heavy one should pack for the ride?

Thank You,
Josh

You might want to do a search for the topic of GPS on the site.  There are several threads.

Can you quit talking about your lack of greenbacks in every other post you make. What about getting a real job or finding an old man with a little bank?

how much do you need , qt314?    LMAO

  As far as GPS'....it all depends what you intend to do with them....which you may want to start another thread about.
  I have a GARMIN 2720 on my quad.  It is more for the street.....but it keeps me from getting lost in the wild also.  It is not so good (so far as I have found out in FINDING places in the woods.....but it shows me a 'trail' how to get back where I was.  GSP Kurt has a GARMIN Etrex vista (I think) on his quad.......it may be more capable as far as a 'hiking/trailing/getting lost and getting back unit"...........Mine, however, can find almost any DENNYs in the USA!   (not real good when you are dying of thirst at Big Scrub............(but I can use the GPS screen to reflect the sun and signal
rescuers in a helicopter!!! LMAO)

    chuck 'roast

Thank you all for your helpful comments.  I just found out that  I will not be going on the 11th but I wish I could.  I would like to go maybe another weekend.  I am usually always open to ride just about anywhere.
I also like meeting new people to get together to ride with.  So let me know when and where the next ride is

Regards,
Josh

Hello jtbucfan,

I;ve got a Garmin GPS60CS.  It''s a fair size hand held unit that will
fit nicely on an atv. It's also has a color screen which is very helpful for
me.  It's perfect for atving and has all the bell's and whistle's.
I also have a Garmin Etrex Vista which is very good also but my model
does not have the color screen hense I bought the GPS60CS.
I would suggest doing searches online. You probably can beat Bass Proshops
prices.
Jim

UH-OH! DUCK!!!

Oh no!

I can't afford gas but my truck should be able to pull them if you want to go.  Make a deal.....you cover gas and I'll get y'all there.
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Can you quit talking about your lack of greenbacks in every other post you make. What about getting a real job or finding an old man with a little bank?
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Good luck with that one, you must be bored and looking for some excitement in your day. :nuke.gif

We volunteer Trail Rangers will be there with a tent, table and a map of the new Trail System.  Please find time to stop by so that we may show you and explain the map and the progress that has been made.

In addition, if anyone needs a place to camp, I have room at my place in Hog Valley for 4-6 RV's or 6-8 tents.  Let me know.

I may have to cancel on this one. If I do go, Stitch won't be going.
Kurt

Alright it is getting closer let's figure out who is doing what, what are we going to do, who is showing up, what time are we meeting and so on. I'm so ready for this I took Friday off, got the wife to take Friday off, taking the kids out of school, bringing the whole dam family up there for the weekend. Time to sack up!

ok so i dont have to read 4 pages (i have to wake up in 4 hours to go hunting lol) Is the ride still feb 11th and 12th? If so how long is the ride on saturday going to last, what time does it start? i can be there as early as possible, buuuut i have to work at 4 so i'd have to leave around 2 ish. Just clue me in on start and finish time of the ride so i can plan it out.  :P hopefully i can make this ride. never been by rodman.


thanks,

-kyle

this is my first time on atv florida but my group is planning on going up to rodman this weekend. i need to know what time everyone is meeting at rodmans. i have about 10 -12 going in my group.some of us are leaving wednesday

I SHOULD be showing up on the morning of Saturday with my daughter and staying in the pit area for a while.

Id@

Is this open ride new members? Can someone specify time, directions,what to bring.Anyone leaving from Palm Beach County want to caravan up?Is there camping,hotel etc???Please let me know.

Rides are always open to new members.  I won't be on this one and can't help you w/ time or directions.  Most group rides meeting time is 9am w/ a drivers meeting then off on the trail.  Have fun good luck trying to remember everyone you meet.

I'm not going on this ride either, so I haven't followed the posts. If you read all the posts, you should find the info you need. Have a good day riding.

Racing PINE WOOD DERBY CARS this weekend, sorry I am not gonna be there this time

Hello

I just might be able to make it up sunday the 12th but I will not be able to go Saturday the 11th.  Would it be worth my time to go up sunday?   I dont want to get there and everyone be tired from riding all day Saturday.  How many people plan on riding both days?  I guess, the amount of people who would like to ride on sunday will be the deciding factor as to if I come up or stay.

Thank You,
Josh 

If this ride mirror's any of the past group rides everyone will be packing up and going home Saturday night and Sunday.  There may be some ppl that aren't going on the group ride that might be up for a ride Sunday.  Usually the group rides are 40-70 miles on Sat.  Depending on how large the group is there are several things that slow the trip down.  It usually takes till just before dark when we get back to the parking lot.  Not sure if this ride will be like the others but if you're expecting any kind of organized group to ride with on Sunday you will most likely be dissapointed.

Hello

Thanks Alot QT314Nfla for that helpful info.  I sure would have been dissapointed if I would have shown up riding alone on sunday.  I might just head out to River Ranch for the day instead.

Josh

No one has said anything about the time we are meeting.  According to past rides it seems its around 9am.  That is what time my group will be there.  If there is anyone staying at the campground that would be willing to carry some fuel to Rodmans could they reply by tomorrow so we could exchange some information.  We stay in hog valley, I have enough fuel to make it to Rodmans & back, but not enough to do any riding while I am there,  (Banshee 409 loves gas).  I will have a laptop with me but I don't know if it will work up there or not until I get there.  I would appreciate it.

The coordinates for the approx. location are
N29.50151
W81.81543

Come across Rodman Dam Rd. from Hwy. 19. Do not come up FS 88. You will probably get stuck unless you have 4wd. Trust me.

GSPKurt,

Are the coordinates for the big sand pit or what? it looks like alot of us have cabins rented. this will be my first group ride. has anyone got a plan?

Keith

I plan on riding my quad a little and socializing a bit more,,,,tat's about it.

Id@

Keith-
Yes, that's right adjacent to the pit. I assume we'll play in the pit for a while and then hit the trails.

There is virtually no cell service in the forest. I am bringing my FRS radios.

I will have 5 gals. extra on the trailer, and if you wish, I can bring another 5 gal. can with me.

Kurt I thought you were not going to make it.
I have a few more people going with me. Might break down and let the kid ride also.

I am down in Davie fl. I want to go. I was there last weekend at scrub and delancey had a great time. Nowhere to ride down here but the holeylands. looking forward to it.

I have a person coming up to adopt one of my rescued dogs, and wasn't sure which day. They decided on Sunday. I'll be there.

Ok, its Thursday two days to go. Is everything still the same, 0900 hours at Rodman Dam? Who are we looking for? Are you going to have a sign or something we can identify you by?

I'll be the one with a beer in my hand

On my way

Is this ATV only or can motorcycles ride this too??? I feel left out.....

it's not like your gonna get kicked out for riding on two wheels instead of four,,,,,I usually meet people in the parking area, and I will be in a '03 F150 with a 12' enclosed trailer behind it brewing coffee ;-)

I'll see if I can find a pic and post it of my ride so I can be identified.

Id@

(http://www.fordtruckworld.com/gallery/idamann/372986.jpg)

it'll look a lot like this, but with a shorter enclosed trailer.

Id@

WEATHER ALERT!!!

60% CHANCE OF RAIN AND THUNDERSTORMS FROM 10 A.M. ON.

http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=34470&hourly=1&yday=41&weekday=Saturday (http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=34470&hourly=1&yday=41&weekday=Saturday)

A little rain beats the crizap out of a whole lot of dust!!!!! ;D

Hey, Are any of you guys going to stay and ride sunday too? I will be coming from ft lauderdale, about 250 miles so I want to ride both day. Its a long way for just 1 day. So I was wondering if some of you guys are going to ride sunday also. thanks  ::)

I will not make it sorry but we decided to hear to bostwick park track we will try next time.. :(

What is the quickest way to get there coming down 316. Should I go to 19 north to 77?

Take 19 north to Rodman Dam Rd.

met some good people, got lots of information and inspiration for the future today.

and it didn't start raining till about 12:30.

Id@

Did you run into Wilburzbro?

Ida, do you mean you got positive news from the rangers on the new rules?

There is always postive news from the rangers. See if I can download a map and put it up..

Had a bunch of my wifes family meet up with us at Ocklawaha Resort so I rode at Eureka instead. Rode in the morning till it started raining, went and ate lunch and came back for some more. Had a good time although I think the highlight of my trip was seeing a bear run across 19 Sunday morning.

We got a chance to see 2 baby bears run across the trail while we were having a lunch stop.  It was cool for sure!  And the tree huggers say there's no wildlife because of us.

Were you able to get a pic of the bear?

maybe not the best news, but a willingness to work with us is the feeling I got from the day.  That to me is positive.

I still feel that the trails will be too dangerous if they are not made one-way, and some other things, but I do feel like they (USFS) are willing to listen.

Id@

no pics of the bear I was hauling down 19 and he just ran across.

Hey Jeffgre,

  Great job guiding our bunch.  I believe a large time was had by all.
  My odometer showed my Rubi covered 50 miles.
  Enjoyed playing at Eureka Dam and stopping  at the 88 Store.

  My buddy on the 400EX from North Carolina said the trip was well
worth it.

 Thanks for letting us hook up with your group.

 I got it all on my GPS and I may do a re-run  this Saturday.

 Thanks,
  Jim

 P.S. Check your email.

Great Ride!

cfrhinorider - Thanks for showing us the way.


Here is one of the pics.  If anyone wants them all send me an email.



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