Odlins Road

[OV Lander]

Has any body been up Odlins Road recently?

Trying to find out what state the track is in and if it is passable to the hut? Have heard a rumour there has been a big slip past the tank traps that has wiped out the track? Would be good to ascertain if this is the case or not as we may need to arrange a track maintenance day and take gear in by truck.

[Pedrostt500]

I would be happy to come and help but will be away till about the 5th of jan, any time after that would be ok, would also like to meet some of the Wellington Adventure crew.

[Howie]

A few were up that way a couple of weeks ago, bit of a mention of the ride in this thread http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=85178&page=5

So it looks like it is still passable by bikes.

Cheers

Paul

[marks]

Hi Giles

its all good untill about 1k after the tank traps. theres 3 or 4 washouts that are fine on a trail bike but could be really nasty if you got it wrong on a heavier bike.

Personally I wouldn't attempt the last bit to the hut on my KLR unless I had 3-4 pushers.

have a look here (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317350&page=15) for some photos

[OV Lander]

Had a look at the links, and it looks like it is in pretty much it's 'normal' condition. Thinking about taking the truck in some time in the New Year, as I think some maintenance work is likely to be overdue on the memorial at the hut, so would be looking to take some eqpt in.

I'd heard rumour a big slip had made it impassable, but I've not been able to gather any 'evidence' and your photos are raising any alarms...yet!