Event Information

Gathering of Xterras - Colorado Crossing will take place July 25th-31st 2004. That's 7 days without a shower. We will be traveling approximately 300 miles across Colorado backroads between 5,000 and 13,000 feet. Two-thirds of our traveled miles will be off-road. One-third will be in 4Lo.

We will be camping in wilderness sites with no amenities at elevations as high as 12,000 feet, temperatures will range from 90 degrees during the day to 20 degrees at night. We may have fire bans in some counties so we may not be able to have camp fires every night.

Those wishing to attend GOX - Colorado Crossing must have a 4WD Xterra and driving skills capable of handling trails rated up to 8 out of a 10 scale. If you've never driven over rocks like the ones on the left, or along narrow shelf roads with 1000 foot drops (above), this trip is not for you.

Requirements and recommendations

Factory stock Xterras are not allowed on this trip.
Minimum vehicle requirements include:

• 31" or larger AT or MT tires (factory BFG Rugged Trails are acceptable, Long Trails are not)
• Front tow point
• Rock Sliders

Highly recommended vehicle equipment includes:

• Suspension lift
• Armor - Skid plates
• Locker(s)
• Low range gears (for 5 -speeds)
• Rear tow point
• Aftermarket steering (if lifted)

Recommended spares, parts, tools and goodies:

• Anything you think might break
• All the tools you need to work on your Xterra
• Air compressor - Air tank

The following items are not allowed:

• Cosmetic grill guards (Waag, GoRhino, Westin, Manik, etc.)
• Factory step rails
• Street tires

Attendees must be members (in good standing) of Xterra Owners Club. The sponsors of GOX - Colorado Crossing have final say over who may and may not attend.