Hey Sean,

Glad to hear someone is going to be in my area. When you get in PM me and we can find a place to meet. It is my busy season right now, but I can make some time for a fellow X driver. Grass Valley is not far from here at all, and a great place to live. The pass is almost always open, but you will need a good set of chains. I would recomend you carry a spare set just in case you throw one.