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Down memory lane...

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Thought I'd scour the archives to find some interesting Threads which were some of the more Interesting/popular over the last year or so, makes for some interesting reading ( I hope ) to help us all ( especially us Northerners,lol ) get thru the doldrums of this cold/snowy winter, enjoy...

The 1st one comes from a guy who burst on the scene a little over a year ago on a Quest for the ultimate kayak/mountain bike shuttle rig viewtopic.php?f=2&t=1000

It was a sad day when LiftedAWDAstro sold the SPB, whatever happened to the Beast from the east?...
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=2764

Thankfully he is now O.K, stroll back down memory lane and find out why its best to take your bike AROUND the log...
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=2834

Did somebody say LIFT SPINDLES?... check out this well documented lift...
viewtopic.php?f=12&t=2426

Guns anyone? LOL...
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1660

Without a doubt, the camping/outdoor forum is my favourite because it gives us a chance to visit places which me might not ever get to see on our own, we get alot of folks contributing their trips and here are just a few of the many...

When it comes to scouring the rivers and backwoods trails of the east coast this member keeps us contented with the tons of pics he always shares with us of his adventures...
C&O Canal Bike Ride to Harpers Ferry WV...viewtopic.php?f=38&t=1171
Pics of Blackwater Canyon and Blackwater Falls, WV...viewtopic.php?f=38&t=2512

Nobody rides the mtn's on a sled more than this guy...
viewtopic.php?f=38&t=1915
Even his wife and daughter help out, The Mead's Go on a History Camping Trip...viewtopic.php?f=38&t=3232

I don't think T.Low has an actual job,unless of course he works for National Geographic, this guy has been everywhere along the west coast and he always shares his pics with us...
Owhyee River camping trip with Pacific Northwest Backroad Dr...viewtopic.php?f=38&t=2405
When he's not travelling around, he's modifying his van...Camping mods for Memorial Day Owyhee trip...viewtopic.php?f=38&t=2355

And our Sultan of the skies, Anyone for a balloon ride? ...viewtopic.php?f=38&t=3388

Thats all for now, hope you enjoyed lookin back,if you do thank your fellow members :cheers:

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Re: Down memory lane...

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Great thread zam! Brings back some great memories.
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1995 Astro 2WD conversion 4.11 posi, shift kit, DHC rock rails - sold to Skippy
1998 Astro 4x4 D44, D60, NP231, full hydraulic system with 9k# Milemarker winch and snow plow - sold to Lockdoc
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Re: Down memory lane...

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Ha, great thread alright. And thanks for the props. What a great site you guys have been running. (Little secret, your'e supposed to get some mention in a June issue of popular 4wd magazine, Expedition Rig buyers guide, keep our fingers crossed, just maybe.)

I don't know how I missed the 6spd Monte crash thread (I usually hit three or four good trees a year on my bike rides) and Petey's gun thread (thinking about getting another hand gun).

Thanks for the thread.

I got get going, I actually do have a job that is not National Geographic! :yawinkle:
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Re: Down memory lane...

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What a terrific idea. Thanks, Zam!!!!!!! =D> =D> This thread should become an annual event. This is such a great site. It's really COOL to look back at all of the vans and Off Topic subjects. What a great bunch of people. :supz: A BIG thank you to all of you crazys. I enjoy your company. \:D/
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nice trip down ML Zam, thanks!
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Re: Down memory lane...

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You rock Zam....That was fun looking back on some of the cooler posts...
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Re: Down memory lane...

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Glad you all enjoyed it :supz:
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Re: Down memory lane...

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Ditto Zam!
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