Hey Guys!

 

Great news — Cruisers on the Rockies 3 is right around the corner, and trail selections will be opening up online later today! I wanted to give you the full rundown on how everything works so you can get signed up smoothly and start planning your week in Silverton.

 

We’re using Sched as our online scheduling platform for the event. It’s simple to use — you can browse all the trail runs and activities, see the times, descriptions, difficulty ratings, departure locations with GPS coordinates, and the FRS/GMRS channels we’ll be using. Once you sign up for a run, your spot is secured, but you can switch to something else anytime before it starts. If you don’t see radio channels listed yet, don’t worry — we’ll have everything finalized and updated before the event kicks off.

 

A couple quick tips for Sched:

I’ve found that almost every issue someone runs into with Sched comes from using the app instead of the full browser version. For the best experience, just open Sched in your phone or computer’s web browser. You can even save the page to your home screen so it feels like an app while keeping all the browser features.

 

Also, when you create your Sched account, your profile defaults to private. Please switch it to public so trail leaders and other attendees can see who’s signed up for each run — it makes it a lot easier for everyone to connect and coordinate.

 

Some trails will fill up fast, while others might have lighter sign-ups. We’ll be watching things closely, and if any run drops below 3–4 people, we may need to remove it from the schedule. If that happens, we’ll reach out and help you find a new spot.

 

Once trail selection opens, feel free to jump into the Cruisers on the Rockies Facebook Group. The trail leaders will be there to answer questions and offer guidance on which runs might be a good fit for you.

 

Here’s a quick overview of the trail categories so you know what to expect:

 

• Easy Trails — Great for scenic drives on gravel roads with just a few minor obstacles. Stock 100s and 200s should handle these comfortably (all-terrain tires are recommended).

• Moderate Trails — Scenic routes with some added challenges like rock gardens and water crossings. Stock rigs with A/T tires can manage these, though sliders are a smart addition.

• Difficult Trails — Narrow roads and rocky terrain for those looking for more of a challenge. Sliders and larger tires are pretty much a must. (Black Bear, for example, is more mentally demanding than technically difficult — but it’s incredibly rewarding.)

 

Our volunteer trail leaders are experienced and ready to help with any recovery needs that come up. To keep things safe and smooth for everyone, please make sure your truck has all-terrain tires and a full-size spare. Flats happen, but with a spare you’ll be back on the trail quickly.

 

A few final reminders:

This is an FRS/GMRS-only event, so having reliable radios is important. They’re affordable and easy to use — just give your setup a quick test before the runs so communication stays solid all day.

 

Top off your fuel tank each morning. Runs are planned to return by around 4 PM, but timing can vary. Bring a lunch, snacks, and drinks to keep you going.

 

For the volunteer-led runs, trucks line up at the meet time listed in Sched. There’ll be a short driver meeting about 15 minutes later, then we’ll head out. So if your run shows a 9:00 AM meet time, plan to start lining up at 9:00, with the meeting at 9:15 and departure around 9:20–9:25. Being on time helps everything flow smoothly for your group and the next one.

 

Keep an eye on your inbox later today for the official trail selection invite from Sched— once it’s live, you can start picking your adventures!

 

Looking forward to seeing everyone out on the trails soon. It’s going to be a great week!

Lee

 

PS: If for some reason you don’t receive the invite email from Sched, you can still sign in using the same email address you used to register for Cruisers on the Rockies 3.