Trail Ettiquette

[Jeeper52]

I found a decent article on trail etiquette and figured id share

I think we do most of this stuff right but its a good place to start

Give your Jeep a safety and mechanical check before leaving for the trail ride.

If you plan on attending a ride let us know so we know how many people to expect.

If you are expected on a trail ride but decide not to go or you are running late call the trail leader so we know if we need to wait for you.

Keep an eye on the Jeep behind you. If it falls out of sight or seems to need help, slow down or wait and inform the Jeeps in front of you that they need to do the same. You can use the CB or if you don’t have one honk your horn. This applies for on the trail as well as on the highway when traveling in a group.

If you are falling behind and need the Jeeps ahead to slow down or wait give a yell on the CB or honk your horn if you don’t have one.

Feel uncomfortable about an obstacle? Let someone know and we will get someone to spot you. If you are asked to spot someone but are not sure what line they should take ask for help from the trail leader. There is absolutely nothing wrong with taking a bypass or being winched to get past an obstacle.

There should only be one person spotting a vehicle over an obstacle. Different people giving the driver different instructions while attempting an obstacle can be confusing and dangerous. If you have ideas on how to get a vehicle over the obstacle talk to the person spotting the vehicle about them.

Give the vehicles around you plenty of room to maneuver on the trail. Do not tailgate. If the vehicle in front of you is going up/down a steep hill climb wait until they are at the top/bottom before you start your turn.

Vehicles on our rides range from highly modified with experienced drivers to completely stock with brand new drivers. The amount of time and help different vehicles will need getting over some of the obstacles will vary greatly. Always be helpful and patient.

Be courteous on the CB. Remember that some people will have their kids with them who can hear the CB as well.

We share some of the trails with horseback riders. If you come across a horse stop and shut down your engine so you don’t spook them. Use the CB to let the other Jeeps know they will need to do the same. Continue on the trail when the horses are out of sight. If we are traveling in the same direction as the horses do not pass unless signaled to do so by the rider. When passing slow your Jeep to almost a crawl and give them plenty of room. Keep your radio down and don’t make any loud noises such as revving your engine or honking your horn.

Use the CB to let the Jeeps in back of you know when there is oncoming traffic on the trail. If there is not enough room for them to pass let the Jeeps behind you know whether the other vehicles are pulling over to let us by or if we need to pull over to let them by.

Don’t litter. If you pack it in, pack it out. This includes cigarette butts.

Dogs are welcome on the trail if they are behaved and controllable. Be sure to bring a leash, food and water for them. Does your dog not get along with other dogs? Check to see if anyone else is bringing a dog with them first.

Be courteous to other riders on the trail. If they need help, help them out if possible.

If someone in our group breaks down the trail ride will stop until we get them repaired. We will never leave someone behind. When you attend a ride be aware that it is always possible that someone may have bad luck and break their Jeep and stop the ride. Please be patient, it may be you next time!

Be aware that a trail ride may take longer than planned due to breakage or unforeseen problems. Bring more food and water than you think you will need and be prepared to get home late.

Safety always comes first. Please know your vehicle limitations and think of your safety and the safety of others before attempting that insane obstacle.


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[BadAssEddie]

Good post Max. It's good to refresh every once in a while.

[InvertChaos]

Good refresher. Especially on the "one spotter" rule. I see too many cooks in the kitchen sometimes, especially at Potts on that second obstacle.