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04-22-2009, 05:41 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Wareham, MA
Posts: 140
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Beach Driving
I am a little nervous about getting a ORV sticker ( dont know if they are available still ).....I have never driven on the beach before...I read the regulations, and understand that, but, can any of you let me know what it is like to drive out there.....I don't feel like being "that guy" if I do get one....and I dont want to get stuck @ 2 am...
PS.....I have a Explorer.
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04-22-2009, 06:11 AM
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BigFish Bait Co.
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Hanover
Posts: 23,392
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You can still get an oversand permit. Just obey all the rules particularly when you air down.....this is most important. 11 psi is the norm and you should have no trouble....."low and slow" is the rule. Good luck and enjoy!
Driving on the sand is a wonderful experience...you will love it!
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Almost time to get our fish on!!! 
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04-22-2009, 07:03 AM
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Dismember
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Maine
Posts: 208
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Just don't forget a couple things.
1. The tide
2. When you return to the pavement, you better keep it slow or air back up.
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72 hrs of fishing SoCo, not a felony in all 50 states.
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04-22-2009, 07:47 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: trying for Truro
Posts: 583
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Like Bigfish says, air down! The #1 cause of getting stuck in the sand is too much air in tires. An explorer will make a pretty good beach buggy. Larger tires are also an advantage - the more air you let out the flatter the bottom and sides of your tire are and make a larger footprint, meaning it distributes the weight of your vehicle across more square inch of tire in contact with the sand.
Also, be aware that each beach (and areas along the same beach) will has different sand characteristics. Some sand holds firmer and is easier to drive, some is looser and requires more attention. Where did you plan on getting a sticker??
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All that is necessary for evil to succeed is that good men do nothing.
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04-22-2009, 11:35 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 352
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1. listen to 2na
2. don't always follow him
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"never met a bluefish i wouldn't sell"
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04-22-2009, 01:29 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Back to C.Cod x'd Rangeley Me.
Posts: 922
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Quote:
Originally Posted by maddmatt
1. listen to 2na
2. don't always follow him
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04-22-2009, 01:34 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Truro
Posts: 307
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NEVER follow him!
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04-22-2009, 03:21 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: trying for Truro
Posts: 583
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just because you guys drive like ladies is no reason to mock me
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All that is necessary for evil to succeed is that good men do nothing.
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04-22-2009, 03:45 PM
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Ruled only by the tide
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Truro
Posts: 801
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fishonnelsons
NEVER follow him!
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If you do decide to follow 2na, get in line early. Last year he looked like the freaking Pied Piper with all the trucks sticking too his tail. Jeesh, you'd think he was actually catching fish or something. 
Sorry Mike..did I just ruin your year?  |
Three-fourths of the Earth's surface is water, and one-fourth is land. It is quite clear that the good Lord intended us to spend triple the amount of time fishing as taking care of the lawn.
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04-22-2009, 04:36 PM
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OLDGOAT7205963
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: CAPE
Posts: 693
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cableguy Welcome to real fishing. #1 air down,a must. #2don,t over steer in the tracks. Steer hard when trying to jump out of tracks.#3Low range for newbies and 7mph will keep your stuff were it belongs. #4If you start to overheat try to head your car into the wind,it will cool faster. #5 Make sure you have fun, that's what its all about
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04-22-2009, 05:01 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Back to C.Cod x'd Rangeley Me.
Posts: 922
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 2na
just because you guys drive like ladies is no reason to mock me
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SURE THERE IS!!!!!!!!!  |
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04-22-2009, 05:29 PM
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Moderator
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: 4 hours from my favorite place
Posts: 5,366
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Follow the rules...follow the above and dont be an idiot. Low and slow for a reason. If I see you stuck and you ask for help you bet I will check your air pressure and laugh at you if its too high! ( we did stop to assist a stuck driver once that had 20PSI in the tires. Also thought the 4WD wasnt working-helps when you actually have it IN 4WD)
Anyway all joking aside its not like you will get stuck every 5 feet....just use your head.
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Simplify.......
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04-23-2009, 12:02 AM
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M.S.B.A.
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: I live in the Villiage of Hyannis in the Town of Barnstable in the Commonwealth of MA
Posts: 2,795
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Check out the MA Beach Buggy Web Site ( www.mbba.net)...also you might try attending one of their Beach Clean Ups where you will meet many many experienced members that love to share tips and experience |
"It is impossible to complain and to achieve at the same time"--Basic Patrick (on a good day)
 
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04-23-2009, 12:57 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 352
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 2na
just because you guys drive like ladies is no reason to mock me
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thats not a lady! thats my father!!! |
"never met a bluefish i wouldn't sell"
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