NCR OTR on 25 Jan - Sunday Afternoon

phamilyman · 30th January 2009, 16:09

Guys,

My VDi will never make this terrain, but can I drop by on bike? The bulk of it looks very interesting and quite doable!

0333 · 30th January 2009, 17:08

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Originally Posted by Torque-ative

... What is the highest climb at the behrampur sand pit called . That was the climb I was refering to. Why ? As I heard who was probably another Newbie calling it that....

the highest slope at the sandpit doesnt really have a name. its just a part of the sandpit.
the lionsback is the slope leading up from the dry lake that we initially stopped at the trail is almost vertical and it turns towards the right.
only a handful of people have beaten the climb. lakshman ji shammi ji sarvinder ji and i think mr. pushkin has im not sure.
lol that clears my doubt . i was pretty sure the gurkha couldnt defeat the climb. irrespective of how capable it is, its tyres would sink into the powdery sand.

Torque-ative · 30th January 2009, 18:24

Few Tips for First timers wishing to attend the OTR with the NIOC. They are a serious bunch of guys and it helps to know the general do's and donts.

Inform ahead of time (it helps to register yourself at NIOC yahoo groups), this is very important as we need a head count.
Carry water for yourself and others if possible.
Carry "FOOD" very important as all contribute,..carry enough for yourself and for one or two additional persons,..this way we all have enough to share.
First aid kits are handy to have.
General civil behavior and courtesy off course without question !

randeep04 · 31st January 2009, 10:47

@Torque-ative / Harjeev / Amit / Ankit / Mandeep

Please forward me the link to NIOC. I wish to register but never been able to as I reach the gallery page.

Would be of great help.

Thanks

harjeev · 31st January 2009, 11:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by randeep04

@Torque-ative / Harjeev / Amit / Ankit / Mandeep

Please forward me the link to NIOC. I wish to register but never been able to as I reach the gallery page.

Would be of great help.

Thanks

Here you go
NIOC
JEEP THRILLS

Torque-ative · 31st January 2009, 12:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by harjeev

Here you go
NIOC
JEEP THRILLS

Also check ahead of time if at the end of the OTR any get-together or event is planned as often is the case.

NIOC has a strict policy of no alcohol consumption during the event.
However after the event there may be either a BBQ or a Pot-luck lunch / dinner where alcohol is alright

!!
If you are attending such an event then BYOB !!

randeep04 · 31st January 2009, 12:25

Thanks Harjeep / Torque-ative.

I have registered and awaiting approval.

Cheers !!!!!

rhandle · 31st January 2009, 19:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by 0333

i was pretty sure the gurkha couldnt defeat the climb. irrespective of how capable it is, its tyres would sink into the powdery sand.

I am sure you are 100% right. I guess Gurkha would not even do 25% of it. It's too big and bulky. I also feel it will hit the land before it climbs.

For that only a small light vehicle with lot of grunt would be suitable. I am sure most of the jeeps have done it. I would be too afraid to try that in fact.

harjeev · 31st January 2009, 20:53

i agree with 0333 and rhandle. The sand is too powdery and wouldnt be easier to conquer it. Plus the gurkha was brand new and I think that it wouldnt be appropriate to push the engine so hard on a climb like that when it has not settled in as yet.

@0333
When you say that Shyam sir, SLS sir and SSS sir have defeted the cllimb, what was the terrian like and were they driving their respective jeeps??

0333 · 31st January 2009, 21:41

@0333
When you say that Shyam sir, SLS sir and SSS sir have defeted the cllimb, what was the terrian like and were they driving their respective jeeps??[/quote]

yes shyam sir and SSS sir completed the climb last time both in their jeeps and i think it rained the day before so the lake was full of water and the sand had packed in a bit making the trail more grippy.they were up in no time infact .
btw sunjeev uncle did the same climb in his 550 xdp in 1st low last time on sand grip bullets.so i think well be seeing ur 550 up there when it next attends.and my 3b.....hopefully.i think once a jeeper tames the lions back theres a newfound respect in the group.there have been individuals (i will take no names) who have tried more than 14 times and not succeeded.so it truly is a test of man and machine.

Tusker4x4 · 31st January 2009, 21:44

only a handful of people have beaten the climb. lakshman ji shammi ji sarvinder ji and i think mr. pushkin has im not sure.

Pushkin has cleared it a couple of times. The LSD in his vechile helps a lot in that.

Regds

Amit

harjeev · 31st January 2009, 22:21

Thanks Sarab and amit

@amit
Why dont you add LSD in your 540. I thibnk that they can easily be managed and wont take much time too. Can be managed in a day.
I will be adding LSD's in front of my 550. Lets see where it takes me

Samurai · 1st February 2009, 00:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoSlow

I was looking forward to seeing TSK1979 at the OTR? Sir where art thou?

He wanted to come, but it is a long drive from California.

Tusker4x4 · 1st February 2009, 20:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by harjeev

Thanks Sarab and amit

@amit
Why dont you add LSD in your 540. I thibnk that they can easily be managed and wont take much time too. Can be managed in a day.
I will be adding LSD's in front of my 550. Lets see where it takes me

Hi harjeev how much did it cost

regds

amit

harjeev · 2nd February 2009, 00:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tusker4x4

Hi harjeev how much did it cost

regds

amit

Amit
I am not sure exactly as my cousin is doing the complete job for me including the procurement of the equipment, But I think that the LSD's should not cost more than 5K +/- 1k. This is my vague estimate, add another 1-2k for the labor.
The job going on my jeep, you can see it here http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/4x4-of...ec-bought.html

30th January 2009, 16:09	#46
phamilyman Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 5,968 Thanked: 4,642 Times	Guys, My VDi will never make this terrain, but can I drop by on bike? The bulk of it looks very interesting and quite doable!
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30th January 2009, 18:24	#48
Torque-ative BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Jakarta Posts: 500 Thanked: 89 Times	Few Tips for First timers wishing to attend the OTR with the NIOC. They are a serious bunch of guys and it helps to know the general do's and donts. Inform ahead of time (it helps to register yourself at NIOC yahoo groups), this is very important as we need a head count. Carry water for yourself and others if possible. Carry "FOOD" very important as all contribute,..carry enough for yourself and for one or two additional persons,..this way we all have enough to share. First aid kits are handy to have. General civil behavior and courtesy off course without question !
	() Thanks

31st January 2009, 10:47	#49
randeep04 BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 629 Thanked: 21 Times View My Garage	@Torque-ative / Harjeev / Amit / Ankit / Mandeep Please forward me the link to NIOC. I wish to register but never been able to as I reach the gallery page. Would be of great help. Thanks
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31st January 2009, 12:25	#52
randeep04 BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 629 Thanked: 21 Times View My Garage	Thanks Harjeep / Torque-ative. I have registered and awaiting approval. Cheers !!!!!
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31st January 2009, 20:53	#54
harjeev Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,899 Thanked: 292 Times View My Garage	i agree with 0333 and rhandle. The sand is too powdery and wouldnt be easier to conquer it. Plus the gurkha was brand new and I think that it wouldnt be appropriate to push the engine so hard on a climb like that when it has not settled in as yet. @0333 When you say that Shyam sir, SLS sir and SSS sir have defeted the cllimb, what was the terrian like and were they driving their respective jeeps??
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31st January 2009, 21:41	#55
0333 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: new delhi/amritsar Posts: 68 Thanked: 0 Times	@0333 When you say that Shyam sir, SLS sir and SSS sir have defeted the cllimb, what was the terrian like and were they driving their respective jeeps??[/quote] yes shyam sir and SSS sir completed the climb last time both in their jeeps and i think it rained the day before so the lake was full of water and the sand had packed in a bit making the trail more grippy.they were up in no time infact . btw sunjeev uncle did the same climb in his 550 xdp in 1st low last time on sand grip bullets.so i think well be seeing ur 550 up there when it next attends.and my 3b.....hopefully.i think once a jeeper tames the lions back theres a newfound respect in the group.there have been individuals (i will take no names) who have tried more than 14 times and not succeeded.so it truly is a test of man and machine.
	() Thanks

31st January 2009, 21:44	#56
Tusker4x4 BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New delhi Posts: 190 Thanked: 3 Times	only a handful of people have beaten the climb. lakshman ji shammi ji sarvinder ji and i think mr. pushkin has im not sure. Pushkin has cleared it a couple of times. The LSD in his vechile helps a lot in that. Regds Amit
	() Thanks

31st January 2009, 22:21	#57
harjeev Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,899 Thanked: 292 Times View My Garage	Thanks Sarab and amit @amit Why dont you add LSD in your 540. I thibnk that they can easily be managed and wont take much time too. Can be managed in a day. I will be adding LSD's in front of my 550. Lets see where it takes me
	() Thanks