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Beaver Hill Climbing

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LarryNCarolynShirk:
John,

Also consider avoiding twist in your frame driving on uneven surfaces.  That has a tendency to pop out or break windshields.  Been there.

Larry

John Padmore:
I have calculated the road to have a 10.5% grade. (614 ft rise in 5808 feet) hope I did this right. It is hard pack dirt. I am taking the coach up on August 20.....wish me luck 8) Thanks.

John

Joel Ashley:
That is a decent grade alright, but the low gear torque and dual tire spread should do the job, John.  I would have the spouse drive the toad up and down separately though.  If that corner is relatively flat and you've calculated length and turning radius to be acceptable, it may be your only real challenge - as long as it doesn't rain.

Joel

Edward Buker:
John,

That would be 10.5% average grade, that will not be your worst case grade with perhaps a curve or two thrown in. When in doubt drive it first with the toad, that should give you a good or bad feeling about this adventure and respond accordingly. At the top can you turn around and if you find yourself in trouble on the way up? Is it a road that you could back down if need be? There is a big difference between a narrow road with a drop off along the edge and a small road on a steep broad hill without an edge hazard. Stay safe....

Later Ed

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