Wish I had brought a USB charging cable. Attended Moab two weeks ago and got a mid package. Spotify and pictures made quick work of my phone's battery.
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We did Moab in the spring 2 nights at preferred lodge Red Cliffs I believe, room rate a little pricey but no regrets views are amazing. Had vouchers for breakfast which was outstanding one dinner at lodge which was way overpriced take the 1/2 drive into Moab beautiful drive for better meal. Recommendations for rodeo don’t worry about what color your vehicle is but do get to the front of the line you get to watch and learn from others and you’ll be able to have your windows down w/o getting dusted out. Make sure you add a couple of days for NPs if you’ve never been there.I'm going to my first this weekend so I don't have a lot to add at this time. But wanted to start the thread so that others can share their wisdom about off-rodeo.
What do you wish somebody would have told you beforehand? Good or bad.
My first bit of intel I'd like to christen this thread with is: where to stay.
The events all have a "preferred host" hotel they recommend, but I'm learning this don't mean shit. Yes, you get a bit of a discounted rate. Not a lot, however. And the places tend to be pricey to begin with. Also - I assumed that the reason the hotel was "preferred" was because they would provide transportation to the event from that hotel. Not so. You'll need to rent a car or arrange a cab to get you there and back to your hotel.
The reason I wish somebody would have told me this ahead of time is: I would have picked a cheaper hotel. LOL Since there really is zero advantage to staying at the preferred place a motel 6 would have suited me just fine.
Anybody else have something to add? Something you brought that you didn't need? Something you needed but didn't bring? Whatever
We did that one. 1) bring sunblock, you’ll be standing outside during discussions. 2) they did add coffee but you’ll be waiting a bit at the gate. 3) you’ll have to wait at the gate for them to come down to you at start time. If things are going well, it’s quick. Our day was rough. 4) make sure you have enough room in your luggage for the merch you want to buy. I went buck wild and the cooler was almost too big to bring back on the plane. 5) It’s way out there, so check for anywhere you want to stop going to or coming from - SBUX was like 11 miles away. 6) don’t forget your sunglasses 7) volunteer to participate and get involved in the discussion it’s more fun.Vegas. Confirmed they do NOT have a shuttle last week.
Was a little shocked. As a guy who has organized events in the past - I just assumed everybody did this. One of the advantages normally to staying at the recommended hotel.
No worries. I've already reserved a rental car. I've got all day Sunday to kill so it will allow me to explore a little.
+1,000,000OF COURSE pets would not be allowed at an event like this. What's the deal with people taking their little damn dogs everywhere these days?
Inside restaurants and stores is ridiculous. I leave my real size dogs at home.
When you are done at off-roadeo you will be kicking yourself for not bringing your bronco to go exploring in the desert.There is some good info in here. I am going to Vegas on Nov. 11 (veterans day). Driving up from SoCal with a buddy, we are staying on Fremont Street downtown Vegas.
Debating what car to drive. I don't really want to put the miles on the bronco. My Cruze gets way better gas mileage than the bronco or my friends F150. I guess if a rental car/uber makes the drive on the dirt road than my car shouldn't have a problem.
But that drive to and from town along the river is absolutely stunning and, to me, well worth itFor those going to Moab, I would say definitely stay at Red Cliffs lodge (the preferred hotel) because the Off-Rodeo is on site and it being a long day, you want it easy to grab breakfast before leaving and to go back to your room after dinner. The hotel rate was not terrible.
There are only two other places nearby. A very pricey lodge 5 minutes away, or a B&B. Otherwise you have to go back into town which is a 25 minute drive. Doesn't sound like much, but again, when starting early and after a long day of driving, it's just very nice to be at Red Cliffs.
Sure, but hopefully that won't be the only time you are doing it. My wife and I stayed several days and did hikes around there. Drove the route many times.But that drive to and from town along the river is absolutely stunning and, to me, well worth it
Where was this? Moab?Bring your Bronco to the event if you can. You might get lucky and get invited to go on a trail ride with them the next day like I did.