Went to the dunes today.

[dennishoddy]

Used to go a lot back in the 80's with a buddy that had a couple 3 wheelers. Never taken my 4 wheelers tho, always heard its so crowded on weekends any more you'll get run over even with a flag

On big holiday weekends it’s pretty crowded.
This weekend there might have been 50-75 machines on the entire place. When on top of a dune, you might see a group off in the distance.
During the week, you might be the only one there, which in itself is not safe or prudent. If one breaks down, it’s a long walk to the parking lot.

 

[Fredkrueger100]

I went there back in the early 90’s and it was awesome. We didn’t even have anything to ride and it was fun. Definitely something to see before you die. Crazy that something like that is in our state. Just another thing I love about Oklahoma. We have some of the most diverse ecosystems in the US.

 

[beastep]

I havent been there in years. We went once when it was kinda misty rainy and it made it so rough it wasnt any fun at all.

 

[Oklahomabassin]

I think any vehicle newer than 1996 can go out there. Might not be a wise decision for some, as inexperience in off road conditions can have you shelling out big bucks for recovery.

 

[CHenry]

Unfortunately that does happen.
Medflight also lands on highways as well.

And your point is?

 

[skyhawk1]

On big holiday weekends it’s pretty crowded.
This weekend there might have been 50-75 machines on the entire place. When on top of a dune, you might see a group off in the distance.
During the week, you might be the only one there, which in itself is not safe or prudent. If one breaks down, it’s a long walk to the parking lot.

Yea as I get older I realize there are quite a few things I shouldn't do "alone". Might have to try it sometime during the week(when the ice melts!)

 

[dennishoddy]

Yea as I get older I realize there are quite a few things I shouldn't do "alone". Might have to try it sometime during the week(when the ice melts!)

Same here. I used to blast the steepest dunes and catch as much sky as possible. Now, I have just as much fun riding the trails and crawling the dunes. I still have the desire for speed, but common sense takes over.
My old 3 wheelers, one of which I still ride only had about 4" of suspension. It can get a little rough, but this 4 wheeler has a whole lot more. It's like riding a cadillac.
Difference in a sports car and cruiser I guess. The 3 wheeler requires one to ride it using the body for balance, searching for the right gear, etc. The 4 wheeler is driven.
The fun factor goes to the 3 wheeler on the dunes.