Ice, Ice, Ice!

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No pictures but I just got word about the Tahoe end of the trail. That word is ICE.

The paved road to the staging area is not too steep but in the few places where it has slope, it’s icy. If you make it to the staging area, considerate it an accomplishment.

Just past the staging area is the first good slope of the trail. The report is it’s all ice. You might start the climb but before you reach the top, you will lose traction and then experience an “Oh Shit” moment as you slide backwards, out of control.

John Briggs of FOTR was there the other day and witnessed a few people try and fail on the climb. Luckily, the sliding rigs came to a safe stop without injury or damage.

Those dedicated to getting up it will surely make it, with a few winch evolutions.

Weather is predicted for the coming weekend. It might add the snow needed for traction or it might just hide the ice underneath. Be cautious.

It has been a slow start to our winter. Only 30% so far. This might make the Rubicon accessible to more people, except for the ice. But please remember the side roads are now all closed for the season. The ENF was last with a Jan 1st closure date.

Please go prepared, with others, a ham radio and drive safe. Let someone know where you are gong and when you plan on returning.

Happy Wheeling!

Rubicon Ronin