RTV Trials 2005

[DaveB]

RTV Trials are planned for November 20, 2005 in Aldergrove, BC. The location is the Operators Training School, 8th avenue, just west of 272nd Street, Aldergrove. This is basically kiddy corner to Aldergrove Lake park, actually just west of the go-kart race track. This is an all day event starting at 9:30 am on November 20th, 2005.

If you're not familiar with RTV Trials, take a look here: http://www.hbro.co.uk/RTVexplained.htm for a good explanation. We won't be precisely following British rules, but you'll get the idea...

Photos and videos of last year's event can be found here: http://orca.bcnewsgroup.com/gallery/rtvtrials

Dave

[DaveB]

Well, Rick and Andrew and I toured the site and it looks like we have about 25 acres of dirt and mud to play in. They've built it into a large hill about 100 feet high, with room for 4 different courses to be run simultaneously. We walked what we've dubbed the "Mountaineer", 'Run through the Jungle", Tiltover, and the "Black Hole".

You might get the idea from the names that you'll have a chance to climb, go through some deep cover, perhaps some side slopes and some dirty stuff.

In fact, after walking the site we got in the trucks and I immediately got stuck in a mud hole — and this was relatively dry day! could be fun, and definitely should be non-damaging.

If you weren't at our last meeting, you will want to know that we've invited the Pacific Coast Rover Club and the Herd of Turtles to join us for the day. Last year the Herd won everything, so we really need some RoverLanders to participate this year and keep us in the standings!

Participants need to register. I have posted a form that can be accessed form the front page of our website for you to register. The cost is $10 per vehicle. Don't be afraid, it will be a great day to practice your offroad driving skills, get a bit dirty and meet some new friends.

We also need volunteers. If you don't want to participate, come and help us. We could have upwards of 30 or 40 trucks, and we'll need at least 15 willing helpers for the day. Please email me or respond on the forum if you can help.

OK, if I mention "Whipsaw" here, does that mean I'll get 30 responses? cuz if so — whipsaw, whipsaw, whipsaw. :lol:

Dave

[DaveB]

Doh! Did I forget the date? November 20, 2005.

Guess you'll want the rest of the info too...

Trials will be held from 9:30 am - 3 pm
Address is 26859 8th Avenue,
Aldergrove

All vehicles and spectators will be required to sign a waiver to enter the site.

GPS coordinates:
49°01.024N
122°28.686W

[DaveB]

28 Entries so far:

Steve Dillen, 1991 Ford Ranger 126"

Bill Van de Ligt, 1988 Ford Bronco II 95"

David Blair, 1966 Land Rover 88", au concour - I will not be in the point standings

Shayne McGuire, 1990 Jeep Cherokee, 101"

Shawn Doherty, 1983 Land Rover 109"

John Parsons, 1982 Range Rover 100"

Don MacDonald, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 100"

Wes Rempel, 1995 Jeep YJ, 94"

Bill Eastwood, 1987 Defender 90, 90"

Shawn Van Kleef, Jeep Cherokee, 101"

Jason Kennett, 1985 Land Rover 90 RHD, 90"

Andy Deane, 1990 Range Rover, 100"

Dan Brama, 1986 Jeep Cherokee, 101"

Victor Buholzer, 1991 Jeep YJ, 94"

Sharon Roman, 1964 Land Rover IIa, 88"

Taylor Roman, 1992 Range Rover, 100"

Shirley Vander Veen, 1998 Land Rover Discovery II, 100"

Gerald Bolduc, 1975 Jeep CJ5, 85"

Vince Hilgerdenaar, 2003 Jeep TJ (Rubicon), 94"

Derek Jarman, 1991 Suzuki sidekick, ?"

Mark Davison, 91 Jeep YJ, 94"

Kris Maksymiuk, 86? Land Rover Defender, 90"

Mark Maksymiuk, 86? Land Rover Defender, 110"

Bradley ?, 86? Toyota Land Cruiser, 90?"

Paul Menegetti, 84 Toyota Pickup, 103"

Darrell Laurenson, 90 Toyota Pickup, 110"

Don Ficych, 86 Toyota 4Runner, 103"

Melanie McEachern, 85 Toyota Pickup, 115"

Volunteers so far:
Rick Mellenger
Shawn Doherty
Andrew Phillips
Karl Nylund
Pamela Blair
Stuart Scantlebury
Stuart Longair & Linda
Ryan Egger

I will continue to edit this post as new entries come in.

thanks, Dave

[DaveB]

We are looking for a couple of 10 foot sections of sand-ladder type metal. The Run through the Jungle has a deep gultch that would be challenging, but might be more fun to cross on a makeshift bridge.

Does anyone have access to something like that? Perhaps a couple of loading ramps or something, but not too heavy cuz each width of truck will likely have to shift them.

Dave

[DaveB]

So far we have 6 entries. To break even on this event, we need 20. If you're interested, but are averse to using Paypal, please post here or email me with your intentions.

If it looks like there won't be enough entrants registered by November 13, we will have to consider cancelling the event and refunding monies to those that have entered.

thanks, Dave

[PaulC]

Hi Dave,

How about posting the event on some of the other local forums :?:

[bclandrover]

Dave,

Not everyone checks this section of the webboard as frequently.

How about a reminder post in the general section and an email to all club members!!!

Later,
Don

[bclandrover]

I have talked to three more people who may be coming!

[DaveB]

Good, Don,

Get them to sign up or email me so I can add them and collect their money at the gate. We're up to 11 signed up so far, and including your pals about 5 others who have expressed interest.

No sign of anyone from south of the border yet. I did a couple of emails to all the US Land Rover contacts I had. Maybe I'll try another one tonight.

Dave

[DaveB]

Hi Taylor & Sharon,

Yes, its $10. You can use the online form to pay with paypal on the front page of our website: http://www.roverlanders.bc.ca, or you can email me your info; name, address, phone, dirvers license number, make model year of vehicle, wheelbase and plate number.

My email address is [email protected]

Dave

[DaveB]

Another update. As you can see by the list above, we're up to 13 entrants, and a number of interested parties. Please email me if you're planning on attending but haven't used the paypal form, so I can onclude you on the list.

thanks, Dave

[rick.m]

I am going to SWEETEN THE POT AS IT WERE!! I happen to have a dozon or so cans of the best chilli. i am going to bring .I will pick up some buns as well and treat those participants who brave the FALL AIR on sunday. I hope this will be the inticement we need to get over the top so we break even on this event. nice to see so many sign up. All the best. RICK.M SECRETARY . A ROVERLANDER.!!!
ps. I know DON WE NEED SOME VEGIE AS WELL RIGHT!!!

[DaveB]

As of Wednesday noon, we are at 18 participants.

Don't forget to sign up from the front page of the website, or email me with your name, address, phone, email, license number and vehicle year/make/model & wheelbase.

thanks, Dave

[rick.m]

Thanks Ryan . For sure come and volunteer. we would love to have you. . rick.m

[DaveB]

OK, as of 10:45, Wednesday evening we now have 28 entries. I am cutting off entries at this point so we can maintain a bit of control. However, you can email me if you are still interested, as we do have a need for more volunteer help, and if there are cancellations we may be able to accomodate a few more on Sunday.

Dave

[DaveB]

... How are you guys doing for volunteers???

Hi Ryan, we need all the volunteers we can muster. Can you find any others?

thanks, Dave

[DaveB]

Hi Ryan, - and all other volunteers

I'm hoping all the volunteers can get there around 9, as trucks will be rolling in shortly after. If you have a safety vest, bring it along.

Also, for any that are able, we are meeting at the site at 11 AM tomorrow (saturday) to set up.

thanks, Dave

[sdillen]

What a day!!!!! That was an absolutely awesome event. I tried some interesting lines through some of the gates, had one clean run, gave my winches MUCH more of a workout than I really expected to, and most importantly had a fantastic time. Looking forward to a week of removing mud from my truck (inside AND out).

Great job all -- please count me in for the next event!!!!!

Steve.

[DaveB]

Thanks Steve,

I think I am speaking for all the volunteers when I say we had a great time putting it on.

Photos are being uploaded by several members right now...

http://orca.bcnewsgroup.com/gallery/trials2005

BTW, a hearty thanks to all the volunteers -- gate keepers, spotters, sore keepers, Marshalls, recovery, concessions, everyone did a great job. Thanks!

Dave