lake sumner/ taylor/ hurunui river trip

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 9:02 pm

anyone else keen? at this stage got 5 trucks so far so could probably get another 3 through. will be ringing up wednesday morning so let me know before then. at this stage there will be no access fees unless we go through to lake mason.

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 6:37 pm

just an update for the trip.

at this stage access has been organised for the 20th january for:

Me : pretty standard hilux
a mate of mine: very standard hilux
another mate : a pretty beat up surf
Elmo : Nissan Safari
philux : toyota hilux
kiwipete : nissan terrano

at this stage we can still get more vehicles through the gate but access is restricted to 10 vehicles. if you want to come along then pm me or post your details so i can forward them on to DOC.

at this stage we will leave early saturday morning so we have planty of time for a full days playing around. some of us may stay the night up there and do some fishing etc but dependant on the weather etc.

this will be a good day trip for the family etc and if you only want to tag along and stop off at any lakes on the way then thats fine to. if anyone has any other ideas etc then let me know.

DaveM · Post by **DaveM** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 8:15 pm

How long travelling wise is it?
Just want to know if its worth the drive from Blenheim or not.

Cheers

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 8:40 pm

from amberly to the locked gate at loch katrine its around two hours. you can do it quickier but thats about the average. from the gate to the end of the track, anything from 40 mins plus depending on conditions.

wjw · Post by **wjw** » Fri Jan 05, 2007 8:08 am

shame my truck wont be ready

access4WD · Post by **access4WD** » Fri Jan 05, 2007 11:32 am

I was up there last weekend, (new years day) someone has once again broken the padlock, which is a concern, however DOC may have replaced it by then so booking in is essential.
The heavy rains in November have damaged the tracks, so travel time is about 30 minutes longer overall each way as a result, but overall track not in bad condition. Make sure that you stick to the tracks as too many people are creating new tracks to avoid going through some of the water holes. These water holes are not too deep, (if in doubt check first before driving through) all have a good base, and by trying to avoid them just create a mess and is an issue for the local farmers.
It is a great family day out, the scenery is fantastic and those who have a fishing licence there are some big fish about (although all I seemed to attract that day were the babies! So big momma has to be there still!) and a highly recommended trip.
Paul

jeep4079 · Post by **jeep4079** » Fri Jan 05, 2007 1:43 pm

hi,i'm keen on this. is there any room left? i drive a pretty standard pajero
cheers,Frank

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Fri Jan 05, 2007 2:11 pm

thanks for the info there access4wd. i spoke with DOC yesterday and they said the gate was down again but they caught the buggar that did it.

yes frank there is room for you on this trip. if you want to come then can you pm me you details. i need you name, address, ph. number, make / model and rego number. i will pass this onto DOC. there still a few spaces left for anyone else interested in coming.

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Mon Jan 08, 2007 7:01 pm

a few more people have put there hand up for this trip so to date we have:

Me : pretty standard hilux
a mate of mine : a pretty beat up surf
Elmo : Nissan Safari
philux : toyota hilux
kiwipete : nissan terrano
jeep4079: mitsi pajero
jeep4079 mate: mitsi pajero
DaveM: nissan safari

theres still a couple of spots left if anyone interested and if you only want to drive up to locked gate your more than welcome to follow us up to there.

Monty · Post by **Monty** » Wed Jan 10, 2007 2:27 pm

yeah i could be keen the saffy's only got 33's and tow spring in the back? and yeah how long did you expect the trip to take? and any cost yet?

and its on for the 20th right?

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Wed Jan 10, 2007 2:50 pm

yep the trip is for the 20th which is next saturday. aslong as you have a 4wd with tow hooks then youll make it just fine. all the hard sections usually have an easier route around them so dont worry about that. the trip will be all day but if the weathers any good i will be possiably staying up there the night. let me know if you definatly coming and ill book you in with DOC.

cheers

scott

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Wed Jan 10, 2007 2:52 pm

oh and at this stage theres no cost for access. just fuel and food and what ever else you need.

Rollux · Post by **Rollux** » Wed Jan 10, 2007 3:43 pm

Dammit! Too many things on Jan 20th - my mate's wedding, 4x4 trip with you guys, Auto-x.
Wonder if I can convince my mate to get married the following weekend...

Have fun all.

Elmo · Post by **Elmo** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 4:09 pm

Ignore that. I'll be on time!

Elmo · Post by **Elmo** » Mon Jan 15, 2007 8:37 pm

Any updates?

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Tue Jan 16, 2007 7:00 pm

yep everything is all good for this weekend. what time do you guys wanna meet? i was thinking of meeting in amberly opposite the shell garage at around 8.30ish? this good for everyone? im pretty flexable on times but would rather leave earleir rather than late so thos that are doing this as a day trip arnt out to late.

Elmo · Post by **Elmo** » Tue Jan 16, 2007 7:22 pm

Yep, 8:30 is good with me.

I agree, the earlier the better (with in reason)

DaveM · Post by **DaveM** » Tue Jan 16, 2007 8:30 pm

That time sounds ok with me.

jeep4079 · Post by **jeep4079** » Tue Jan 16, 2007 10:00 pm

The time is also ok with me

philux · Post by **philux** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 5:28 pm

me to

4wdnuts · Post by **4wdnuts** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 8:18 pm

awesome. so we will meet at 8:30 opposite shell in amberley. ive had a look at the forcast and it looks not to bad. so just remember to bring

very warm clothes as the weather can turn cold quick
food and drink for how ever long your going to stay
all the picnic gear
plenty of fuel for a full day/ weekend
camping gear if your gona stay up there the night
fishing rod
anything else you may need.

i will be on channel 19 prs if anyone has it and if there is anyone that wants to come then give your contact details by thursday night and ill get you access.

Elmo · Post by **Elmo** » Wed Jan 17, 2007 8:24 pm

Im Pretty Sure Kiwipete is pulling out due to being in Thailand at the mo. Hes said he very tired and prolly wont make it.