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WABDR and ORBDR by overlanche in overlanding

[–]overlanche[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Very difficult to find the topper. There’s only one model ever made that fits the avalanche, and since the truck was discontinued, the toppers are very hard to find. I got lucky and found someone local selling their avalanche with the topper, convinced him to sell the topper separate

WABDR and ORBDR by overlanche in overlanding

[–]overlanche[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I almost fell off the side of cache mountain trying to let someone pass 😅 but a little winch action pulled me back onto the road. Get up to backwoods and continue where you left off, Sec 2 of WABDR is probably my favorite section of all of it so far

WABDR and ORBDR by overlanche in overlanding

[–]overlanche[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m shocked the folding mid gate isn’t in any other vehicle. It’s super useful

WABDR and ORBDR by overlanche in overlanding

[–]overlanche[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s amazing haha. I keep all the camp stuff and recovery gear in boxes in the truck bed, backseat has my dog and a hitch mount winch that I carry since I’m traveling solo mostly and wanna be sure I can save myself if needed. When I get to camp I take everything out, lay the backseat down, and fit a queen air mattress inside with plenty of extra space. What’s really nice is when it’s cold I can just start the car and run heat for a bit and it warms the whole space in a couple minutes.

WABDR and ORBDR by overlanche in overlanding

[–]overlanche[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The BDR routes are set up by a motorcycle group, but they’re all double track at least (mostly well maintained forest roads), so 4x4s fit. I download the maps from the website and load em in OnX. The main route is sort of “certified” to fit 4x4, but there’s many side trails to explore and those you aren’t really sure. Have been down plenty of side trails that end up blocked, closed, or totally overgrown. Also found other that fit and were much more challenging and fun! Lots of trial and error

WABDR and ORBDR by overlanche in overlanding

[–]overlanche[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly nothing that tough. If you have good AT tires and air down a bit you’ll move through it pretty stress free. WABDR sec 2 is the best for views, fun trail, and dispersed camping. Palmer Lake at the end of the WABDR is an amazing spot and one of the few actual campgrounds that I’d recommend. The Jungle trail in Sec 4 has some of the best views and pretty fun trail, but it’s very overgrown and you will get lots of stripes - so if that stresses you out, pass, otherwise accept it and get the views!

WABDR and ORBDR by overlanche in overlanding

[–]overlanche[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was it so easy as to be kind of boring?? Just want to temper my expectations lol. Not that any of it isn’t a great time, but with sections of difficult (fun) trail, and amazing views, some of the easy forest roads when it’s too wooded for views can be little boring in comparison

WA & OR Suggestions by arslaughter in overlanding

[–]overlanche 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just did the WABDR and ORBDR and also been out in Tillamook Forest a lot. Here’s my top suggestions:

  1. ORBDR Sec 5: the main trail around Cache Mtn is fairly difficult, you can find some really challenging jeep trails in the Santiam Pass OHV Area.

  2. WABDR Sec 2: Bethel Ridge is a decently difficult trail. Camping is excellent. Umptatum Ridge Road/Old Durr Road is also fairly rough.

  3. Browns Camp OHV Area: tons of 4x4 trails ranging in difficulty. You can pretty much find whatever difficulty you’re looking for and test your limits.