Do you Freeride/Dirt Jump?

[Dion Rides]

I had a blast riding with you all that made it out to the San Jose ride. Shall we hit up Pleasanton BMX park?

Here's the link:

http://www.ihatebikes.net/pages/pleasanton_bmx_park.html

I was thinking June 16th, morning to afternoon.

This time I'm bringing both my springer and BMX.

http://www.ihatebikes.net/images/pleasanton_track_fullres.jpg

[farrell]

Sweet! i am defintley going to try to make it out to this one.

I'm actually staying in dublin this month while i'm looking for a place and i had no idea that this park was right next door. :teeth

[robscomputer]

I had a great time in SJ, looking forward to Pleasanton as well. I'll be there with the camera again. :)

Do we know about any food places near by or make it a bbq? I got a small portable grill but not sure if it's ok for the park.

Rob

[skarkburmer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides

This time I'm bringing both my springer and BMX.



And a F-ing tube!!!

[Raw]

Sorry I couldn't make the last one.

I'm definatly gonna try for this one though.

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by skarkburmer
And a F-ing tube!!!
Ha ha.

I went to REI and stocked up for the end of the world.

[nadrojp]

the 16th is my babies shower... and sunday is fathers day... i prolly wont be able to do this one... bah.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Ha ha.

I went to REI and stocked up for the end of the world.

Now that you did that, someone will break a chain or cable. :)

There's a bike shop right on Main Street so we should be good for any bike problems.

BTW here's that video I was talking about Friday night. Just plain nutty!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yy3orkDGcLs

Rob

[unrealtrip]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Now that you did that, someone will break a chain or cable. :)

There's a bike shop right on Main Street so we should be good for any bike problems.

BTW here's that video I was talking about Friday night. Just plain nutty!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yy3orkDGcLs

Rob

Mad skills no doubt, but um... this is why I sport a full face.

Scotty Cranmer loses some teeth.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5X8YMxiP8k&mode=related&search=

A couple of different possible things going on for the 16th, I may or may not be able to make it, will post up if I can. Tentative right now.

Another classic helmetless faceplant resulting in lost teeth.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3PRSC6vnX0

[unrealtrip]

This dude has an open face helmet but gets jacked pretty hard, a few teeth out as well.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAvC1MZAR4s

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by unrealtrip
This dude has an open face helmet but gets jacked pretty hard, a few teeth out as well.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAvC1MZAR4s

Ouch, that's a few $$$ in dental work.

On the ride down town I was telling Brian and Casey about this video. Has to be one of the worse crash videos I've seen.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZn7DuFAq0U

[Raw]

^That stair Gap is way to Nargly. That Kid has some big balls and small brains.

[Dion Rides]

EVERYBODY NEEDS TO BRING A HELMET

[Dion Rides]

I'm bringing a full face, knee pads, shin guards, elbow pads and a diaper.

[nadrojp]

a diaper?! be a man... shit yourself.... p.s. ill be wearing the pink tube top!

[Mondo]

:cry I'm gonna miss another one. I'm river rafting that weekend. Have fun!

[MrCrash]

I wanna do it, but I have Downieville that weekend. Looks like fun!

[robscomputer]

This might be a bit off but where can I find a full face helmet? Are they much lighter than a motocross helmet?

Dang Tony for posting those toothless videos!

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by robscomputer
This might be a bit off but where can I find a full face helmet? Are they much lighter than a motocross helmet?

Dang Tony for posting those toothless videos!

You can get them at Trail Head Cyclery in San Jose. Most bike shops that specialize in mountain bikes should have a variety.

[robscomputer]

The bmx park is close to work so I stopped by after work and took some pictures.

The park is really nice, the dirt is a bit dry and dusty but looks decent. There are some rocks and some of the jumps are falling apart, nothing too bad.

Here's a panoramic picture of the park.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160320964-L.jpg
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160320964-O.jpg

Another one from farther back.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160321002-L.jpg
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160321002-O.jpg

Starting from the left, the jumps are tamer. Nice stuff like single whoops, big berms.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160321135-L.jpg

Here's right next to the same area, cool whoop-dee-do section.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160321288-L.jpg

[robscomputer]

The jumps are easy here, not worries if you case.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160321219-L.jpg

Middle section, some more technical jumps.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160320932-L.jpg

View of the same area father back. The little kid in the picture was riding a bike around the track. :)

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160321073-L.jpg

In the back was a small mini track, really really tight. I think it's a pump track but not fully finished.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160321382-L.jpg

This is the advanced area, the jumps are steeper and father apart. Still these are mostly tables, no crazy doubles.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160320889-L.jpg

One of the tables in the advanced area.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/160320850-L.jpg

There's also two picnic benches, portopotties, water, and a telephone. I was there around 6pm and wasn't too hot but there's very little shade.

Rob

[Bad Kitty]

Hey Dion,

Is it cool for me to bring my oldest son out to this? He loves BMX and would love this track. We haven't taken him to the track since we lived in Milpitas and I feel bad. He needs a change of scenery from Hollister and Metcalf, and the MOTO...

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by Bad Kitty
Hey Dion,

Is it cool for me to bring my oldest son out to this? He loves BMX and would love this track. We haven't taken him to the track since we lived in Milpitas and I feel bad. He needs a change of scenery from Hollister and Metcalf, and the MOTO...

No :x










































































YEEESSSSS!!

Ha ha I crack myself up!

:p of course you crazy Italian chick.

[nadrojp]

i hate all of you... and my uncle in phoenix for getting married! :( ill have to make a trip out there on my own i guess... this looks soooooooo fun!

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by nadrojp
i hate all of you... and my uncle in phoenix for getting married! :( ill have to make a trip out there on my own i guess... this looks soooooooo fun!

I'll be riding here after work to check it out. If you want to meet before or after the meet just pm me.

[unrealtrip]

By the way, anyone considering this at all if you're not a dirt jumper or want to try it out sometime this is quite possibly the safest possible environment to lear in. The course is funded by the city of Pleasanton and they surely don't want any suits. The entire course can be rolled as there are no "true" doubles and every single jump is a tabletop. The doubles that do exist have rounded tops and backsides so they can be rolled like whoops.

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by unrealtrip
By the way, anyone considering this at all if you're not a dirt jumper or want to try it out sometime this is quite possibly the safest possible environment to lear in. The course is funded by the city of Pleasanton and they surely don't want any suits. The entire course can be rolled as there are no "true" doubles and every single jump is a tabletop. The doubles that do exist have rounded tops and backsides so they can be rolled like whoops.

I was thinking about going dirt riding this afternoon, but I'm thinking about going out to the DJ's.

[Bad Kitty]

Yer new avatar is off the richter scale!!!!

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by unrealtrip
By the way, anyone considering this at all if you're not a dirt jumper or want to try it out sometime this is quite possibly the safest possible environment to lear in. The course is funded by the city of Pleasanton and they surely don't want any suits. The entire course can be rolled as there are no "true" doubles and every single jump is a tabletop. The doubles that do exist have rounded tops and backsides so they can be rolled like whoops.

I agree, anything with two wheels besides a road bike should have no problem here. Well except those tandem bikes.

While taking the pictures a little girl about 4 or 5 years old was riding her 12" bike over the beginner area just to get an idea.

Rob

[CeruleanSkye]

Originally posted by robscomputer
I agree, anything with two wheels besides a road bike should have no problem here. Well except those tandem bikes.

While taking the pictures a little girl about 4 or 5 years old was riding her 12" bike over the beginner area just to get an idea.

Rob

Well, if a little girl can do it, then maybe I could manage :laughing

If my man says it is ok (and it isn't a boys only trip), I may consider going. I don't want to crash his party :teeth

[nadrojp]

boooooooooo no girls!!!!! this is the he-man woman hater club...











i am still a little disturbed by getting my ass handed to me by a 13year old girl at stockton!!!!! bless elenas little heart.

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by CeruleanSkye
Well, if a little girl can do it, then maybe I could manage :laughing

If my man says it is ok (and it isn't a boys only trip), I may consider going. I don't want to crash his party :teeth

:laughing

Then you can learn to jump!!!

Remember when you tried to jump your RockHopper? :laughing

[CeruleanSkye]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
:laughing

Then you can learn to jump!!!

Remember when you tried to jump your RockHopper? :laughing

Slow "work" day, honey? :twofinger

You sure are having fun giving me a hard time today...

[Streetracr67]

im down to ride this evening possibly.....

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Streetracr67
im down to ride this evening possibly.....

I should be there around 6pm. Bring the sledge and Casey on the sqeaky disc bike.

[Streetracr67]

hahhahhaa

[MrCrash]

Originally posted by unrealtrip
By the way, anyone considering this at all if you're not a dirt jumper or want to try it out sometime this is quite possibly the safest possible environment to lear in. The course is funded by the city of Pleasanton and they surely don't want any suits. The entire course can be rolled as there are no "true" doubles and every single jump is a tabletop. The doubles that do exist have rounded tops and backsides so they can be rolled like whoops.

Since I work in Pleasanton and am very raw at jumping, an after-work trip is definitely in order one of these days.

Hey Dion, how about Sand Hill Ranch one of these days?

http://prsports.com/bike/race.php?type=17&title=About_Us

[unrealtrip]

Yeah I'd be down for an after work ride sometime, I work in Livermore. I'd stop by tonight but have to do a dinner thing w/the wife and mother in law. I think I may bring one of the 20"s out next time.

Also, don't forget Livermore has a dirt track also right off of Vasco, however it is more racetrack oriented than the Pleasanton one which is definitely a jump park.

[nadrojp]

on the last ride i jumped some stairs, and it hurt my wittle wrists... so i decided to do some swappin'... well see if it snaps offf and breaks me face( just not on the 16th :()http://img240.imageshack.us/img240/9392/frontendswap1lw3.jpg
http://img463.imageshack.us/img463/1519/frontendswap2zs1.jpg

[Dion Rides]

Whoa! I was told not to do that because it messes up the geometry. Let me know how it goes!

[nadrojp]

indeed... the rake feels a little chopperish, but overall it feels pretty sick... I cut the head tube a little shorter than planned so only like 3/4 of the neck actually grabs the tube, and i had to relocate the top triple to over the neck... any way the swap only took like 1/2 an hour... so if I no likey, i switchy

[unrealtrip]

It just creates more rake so your turns are a little less quick and you shift your weight more to the rear.

[Streetracr67]

how about a friday evening session at the dirt jumps??? anyone??

[nadrojp]

i may go to the foster city jumps ( shells) tomorrow after work ( sixesh) if anyone wansta ride...

[Dion Rides]

I have to go volunteer for 24 Hr. of Adrenaline MTB race. My brother has a team.

[unrealtrip]

wtf... I'm likely going to ride right by it tonight, going to Pleasanton's music on the lawn or whatever it is called. Might try to go a little early so I can at least scope it out.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by unrealtrip
wtf... I'm likely going to ride right by it tonight, going to Pleasanton's music on the lawn or whatever it is called. Might try to go a little early so I can at least scope it out.

You'll like it! I'll pm you my cell in case you head out there.

[Bad Kitty]

Hey guys,

Should I pack sandwiches for my kiddies? Or are there lunch places near by?

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Bad Kitty
Hey guys,

Should I pack sandwiches for my kiddies? Or are there lunch places near by?

There is a McDonalds just down the corner, also a mexican place, a few mintues drive to Main Street with a bunches of places to eat. Mentioned about making a bbq at the park but not sure if it's ok with the city.

Hope to see you and your son out there!

Rob

[robscomputer]

Anyone want to ride the park during the week?

[Streetracr67]

Im gonna go helmet shopping today probably..im down this week.

[farrell]

i'm probably going to try to make it out there either tomorrow or wensday evening.

I went and checked it out this weekend. Nice jumps, very forgiving for people re-learing how to jump. :teeth Shoot me a PM if you want to go either one of those evenings.

[robscomputer]

I'm too tired from riding yeterday to go tonight but I'll be there on Tuesday. I'll send out a pm.

[farrell]

Originally posted by robscomputer
I'm too tired from riding yeterday to go tonight but I'll be there on Tuesday. I'll send out a pm.

Cool :teeth



Dion: what time on saturday morning are you thinking of getting started?

[nadrojp]

god dam babies shower!!!! I hella want to go this saturday!!!!

[robscomputer]

Heading out tonight if anyone wants to stop by. Weather should be really nice this weekend for the ride.

[Dion Rides]

Damn East Bay Folks!

I just got back from a SICK freeride solo session. I finally can bunnyhop my Bighit, ride up stairs, do some gaps, and some other trials type stuff. I had a friggin' blast!!!

I can't waint until Saturday!!!

[robscomputer]

Had a good time tonight with (Jason)Farrell. We were there from 6pm to about 8pm. Towards the end a police stopped by and gave Jason a warning about riding without a helmet, cool for the officer.

There was a freeride guy who showed up later. Mentioned that this Saturday is a down hill race at Sandhill. I guess it's a big race so a lot of the free ride people will be over there.

Either way, it should be a good time on Saturday. Even at 6pm it was hot so bring lots of water, sunscreen. :cool

[Dion Rides]

I plan on getting to the park at around 9:30am-10:00am on Saturday.

[Dion Rides]

I just ordered these:

http://wheelworld.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=3466

I couldn't pass up the deal!!! :cry

[unrealtrip]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
I just ordered these:

http://wheelworld.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=3466

I couldn't pass up the deal!!! :cry
That is a good deal, you gonna have a heavy as a mofo bike mang :)

So you down to ride northstar? Season pass holder here. :) Also I want to check out that Downieville DH run, I'm planning on next weekend right now. Only other out of shape downhillers need apply.

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by unrealtrip
That is a good deal, you gonna have a heavy as a mofo bike mang :)

So you down to ride northstar? Season pass holder here. :) Also I want to check out that Downieville DH run, I'm planning on next weekend right now. Only other out of shape downhillers need apply.

Can you hold out until the 30th?

[skarkburmer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
I just ordered these:

http://wheelworld.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=3466

I couldn't pass up the deal!!! :cry


Oh. My. God.
7.5 lbs? Damn dude, thats going to be a heavy front end.
Manuals should be nice and stable though!

[Dion Rides]

Dude. I rep 225lbs. bench.

I can handle 7.5lbs :laughing

It's like wearing ankle weights. When I get back on my BMX I'll ride like McCaul. :loser

[robscomputer]

Wow, those are huge forks. Wonder if you can swap those to a Ninja 250? lol

Is there a group meet at Northstar soon? I'm coming close to buying a suspension bike and would love to take it up there.

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Wow, those are huge forks. Wonder if you can swap those to a Ninja 250? lol

Is there a group meet at Northstar soon? I'm coming close to buying a suspension bike and would love to take it up there.

When do you plan on getting a FR/DH bike? Like I said, I'm down for the weekend of the 30th. I have work and BF duties next weekend.

I think it would be friggin awesome if a handful of us can go!

[skarkburmer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
I have BF duties next weekend.

Back in the good ol days we used to call it "banging my hot girlfriend"

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
When do you plan on getting a FR/DH bike? Like I said, I'm down for the weekend of the 30th. I have work and BF duties next weekend.

I think it would be friggin awesome if a handful of us can go!

My LBS doesn't have the bike in stock, hopefully I'll have it late next week. It's a all-mountain, should be good for everything. :)

[Dion Rides]

So what's up Jeffe? Are you down for NorthStar?

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by robscomputer
My LBS doesn't have the bike in stock, hopefully I'll have it late next week. It's a all-mountain, should be good for everything. :)

You lighter/smaller guys have it good! An all-mountain is great. Me? I tried it and bottomed out my suspension CONSTANTLY.
BTW, what are you getting, Rob?

[skarkburmer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
So what's up Jeffe? Are you down for NorthStar?

sure, i'll go. We going to rent a cabin/sleazy hotel room and do the weekend, or a single day?

[Dion Rides]

Is my bunghole safe with you?

[skarkburmer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Is my bunghole safe with you?

yeah, but just barely.

[Dion Rides]

Here's pics of my past ride...

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3203937-tnualogo.jpg

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
You lighter/smaller guys have it good! An all-mountain is great. Me? I tried it and bottomed out my suspension CONSTANTLY.
BTW, what are you getting, Rob?

Here's the bike, should be great for Northstar and Starbucks. :)
http://www.vintagebmx.com/goldhutch.htm

I talked to a few people and it was a trade off between getting 8" travel and a much heavier bike, or 6" and something that can be good for *almost* everything. Also I'm not a big jumper, hoping I'm getting a bike that is overkill so I don't have to worry about breaking anything.

It's a Specialized Enduro, has fox air shocks and forks. There is a more freeride version with coil springs, adjustability of the air version looks more suited to me.

Rob

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3204123-gold1.jpg

[Dion Rides]

I had the Specialized Enduro Comp and it was great - but not for me. Being the big dude I am I needed something with more suspension and the weight doesn't bother me, especially since I lug around a 200lb. dirtbike all day long. I suck at climbing to begin with, so it isn't a big deal that I have to push my bike.

But I think for you, Rob, the Enduro is going to RULE. You should convert your RockHopper to a singlespeed and loose all the MTB stuff for extreme freeride action!

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
I had the Specialized Enduro Comp and it was great - but not for me. Being the big dude I am I needed something with more suspension and the weight doesn't bother me, especially since I lug around a 200lb. dirtbike all day long. I suck at climbing to begin with, so it isn't a big deal that I have to push my bike.

But I think for you, Rob, the Enduro is going to RULE. You should convert your RockHopper to a singlespeed and loose all the MTB stuff for extreme freeride action!

I suck at climbing as well, I rode (mostly walked) my bike up 5 miles of ashpalt road plus fireroad, 2000 ft climb. Might as well carried a snowboard up since it was about as useful as the bike.

:cry Couple of miles of this.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/162025410-M.jpg

:teeth For a few miles of this downhill.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/162025637-M.jpg

After going to the bmx park I really see why so many people go single speed. My chain was hopping off the rings, skipping on the cog. Might go with a chain guide first then single speed later.

Been checking out Dan's Comp and there are some nice 20" completes as well.

[Dion Rides]

My BigHit is going single-speed. I just hate the derailer, and shifting. To me, it actually makes pedalling HARDER. I'd rather just have one speed and force myself to overcome climbing.

If I still lived in Fremont, we would definetely be doing some riding, Rob!

[skarkburmer]

Rob, that looks like montebello road and canyon trail. We used to rock that every day when i was working at Chain Reaction. Up and back.

[MrCrash]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
My BigHit is going single-speed. I just hate the derailer, and shifting. To me, it actually makes pedalling HARDER. I'd rather just have one speed and force myself to overcome climbing.

If I still lived in Fremont, we would definetely be doing some riding, Rob!

Any reason you'd go with that over a chain ring guide?

http://www.montaramtb.com/Products/3Guide/3Guide.html

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by skarkburmer
Rob, that looks like montebello road and canyon trail. We used to rock that every day when i was working at Chain Reaction. Up and back.

Hey Jeff,

Your right, it's the loop from the parking lot of the Steven Creek Reservoir. It was my first time riding this trail and besides the road climb, was actually really fun. The wider trail going down hill was hard for me, the ground was so slippery.

Do you know the exact trail that has a river crossing? It was a little river but fun to jump into. I have a map of the area but forgot to take notes as I passed signs.

Rob

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by CityBikeMike
Any reason you'd go with that over a chain ring guide?

http://www.montaramtb.com/Products/3Guide/3Guide.html
It's just a personal preference. I was a sponsored BMX'er back in my teens... so the less hassle with shifting and such, the better. It what I grew up on and I've never been a fan of multi-speed bikes. Essentially what I'm looking for is a full suspension, aggressively sprung BMX bike :teeth

I absolutley love the geometery of my BigHit. Once I get 170mm of travel up front, I will feel much better.

I have the utmost respect for XC'ers. I was at 24 Hrs of Adrenaline this weekend volunteering in the timing tent. My brother had a 4 man team (On The Couch II) and they are extreme athletes (athletes that drink a lot of beer!). I'm a big fat, strong dude that likes to fall and go boom.

One gear fits my style and preference of riding. It's not about the chain falling off, it's just about not having multi-gears. :p

[Dion Rides]

Not Northstar - but DAMNIT! I'm ready to go ride...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxcAg-PAZ5U

[unrealtrip]

Well already have a plan sorta, a friend from socal might be coming up to hit Downieville so the 23rd is on for that. The 30th is opening weekend at Northstar, so I'll be there for sure.

I'm married now so it doesn't make sense now, but I used to say- living single, seeing double, jumping triples.

See you cats Sat am :)

[robscomputer]

I think it's going to be hot on Saturday, anyone bringing any ezups?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mD5riS3DB6k

[Dion Rides]

I'll bring my EZ-up and a stripper pole.

[Dion Rides]

So is the 30th a go for most of us? I think I'll buy a day ticket.

[skarkburmer]

i dunno, if the 30th is opening weekend i'll pass.

[skarkburmer]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Hey Jeff,

Your right, it's the loop from the parking lot of the Steven Creek Reservoir. It was my first time riding this trail and besides the road climb, was actually really fun. The wider trail going down hill was hard for me, the ground was so slippery.

Do you know the exact trail that has a river crossing? It was a little river but fun to jump into. I have a map of the area but forgot to take notes as I passed signs.

Rob

Yeah, we used to have a little hit on the left side that you would hit at speed and sail over the ditch the water flows through on canyon. It was good for about 20 to 25' of distance if you hit it right, otherwise you would come up short and your rear wheel would explode on contact. This was on hardtails though.
Grizzly flats and Charcoal also have river crossings, but those take you back up to 9/35.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
So is the 30th a go for most of us? I think I'll buy a day ticket.

Is there many trails besides double diamonds at Northstar? :wow

http://www.northstarattahoe.com/snsassets/images/203/05mountainBikeMap.jpg

[Dion Rides]

Maybe we should just make it simple and go to Pacifica.

[skarkburmer]

yeah boyeee!

[MrCrash]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Is there many trails besides double diamonds at Northstar? :wow

http://www.northstarattahoe.com/snsassets/images/203/05mountainBikeMap.jpg

I can do maybe 20-30% of the double blacks at Northstar. My favorite routes:

Karpiel > Flameout > Woodchuck (fire road) > Karpiel

Flameout > Woodchuck > Karpiel

Sinuous > Flameout > Woodchuck > Karpiel

Dropping down from the Big Springs Lodge at the halfway point to the base, I remember Deer Path as being kinda fun too.

The middle parts of Karpiel and Sticks and Stones (between Flameout and the Woodchuck fire road) are insane. Boondocks is supposed to have the best flow of any trail there, but I've never done it - I'm definitely doing it next time out.

[Dion Rides]

Hey Jordan,

How's those forks doing? Since getting the 888 for my BigHit, I was thinking about putting my DropOff SL's on my cruiser.

[robscomputer]

Everyone ready for Saturday? There's a Round Table down the street on Main Street. Maybe have a after ride break there?

Charging up my cameras for some photos. :)

[Raw]

So what the plan for tomorrow?

Is everyone meeting up there or what?

[Dion Rides]

I'll be there around 9-10am. I just got (more) ink done so I'll be sporting a moto jersey to keep the healing covered.

It's going to be hot tommorrow - bring hydration and something to retain electrolites. Especially if you're going to be sticking your head in a microwave (full face helmet).

[robscomputer]

I'll try to be there at 10am.

[Dion Rides]

BTW: I'm pretty sure helmets are required. We all need to wear one, anyway.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
BTW: I'm pretty sure helmets are required. We all need to wear one, anyway.

Or keep an eye out for the police!

:shhh

[Raw]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
BTW: I'm pretty sure helmets are required. We all need to wear one, anyway.

I'll try man. But everytime I land a jump I feel like a dam Bobble Head! Full faces are bulky and heavy.

You get used to it after about 20 min of riding though.

[Dion Rides]

Leo, don't you have a regular half helmet?

I have one for riding around town and light urban. If I have the potential to lose teeth, like DJ's, stair gaps and drops... I'm protecting my chin.

The cops will ask you to leave if you don't have something up there, though.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Hey Jordan,

How's those forks doing? Since getting the 888 for my BigHit, I was thinking about putting my DropOff SL's on my cruiser.

I would wait for these forks.

http://www.declinemagazine.com/Nucleus/COMMUNITY.php?itemid=810

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3208473-atomlab.jpg

[Dion Rides]

YOOOOOO!!! :drool

[farrell]

I should be there around 9.

[nadrojp]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Hey Jordan,

How's those forks doing? Since getting the 888 for my BigHit, I was thinking about putting my DropOff SL's on my cruiser.
they would be fine if i didnt cut the stem on the wrong line... just gotta get used to the turn in... no biggie. but since I did cut it short, the top triple doesnt hold the center stem, so im sure the strength is compromised... i will get another fork and do it again, but it rides killer as is... i just dont know about flat groundin from 8 feet up and having the front end explode. at least i got the fork for free, and that retarded ass mistake didnt cost anything but time.

[Dion Rides]

I just put my 150mm SL fork on my Sledgehammer.

It was a no go.

[nadrojp]

maybe you should... uhh cough*cough* sellthemtomeforhellacheap!*cough cough* why were they a no go d?

[robscomputer]

Speaking of forks, this is cool!

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3208779-hydo_gyro.jpg

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by nadrojp
maybe you should... uhh cough*cough* sellthemtomeforhellacheap!*cough cough* why were they a no go d?
Dude, if you want them...

[nadrojp]

I know i Know... tube top right?

[Dion Rides]

Actually, I have to sport them for awhile - that is until I get my new wheel. My current front wheel doesn't have a 20mm hub, so I either have to get one laced on or buy a new wheel :cry

[Streetracr67]

rob call me when you get this..

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Streetracr67
rob call me when you get this..

Just left you a voice mail.

For anyone who doesn't have a helmet. You can get a simple skateboard helmet from any sports shop or Wal Mart for $20. Nicer helmets from a skate shop are a bit more.

[SVTguy]

this sucks, I wanted to meet up with you guys and get back into this, but I busted my toe the other day and they just removed my toenail on my big toe. I just hope it is good to go for some riding next weekend when I get my bike back from evolution

[unrealtrip]

Originally posted by SVTguy
this sucks, I wanted to meet up with you guys and get back into this, but I busted my toe the other day and they just removed my toenail on my big toe. I just hope it is good to go for some riding next weekend when I get my bike back from evolution

Just go.

[Bad Kitty]

Hey guys!!! That was awesome! My kids all had a great time and can't wait to go again. Post up the pics ROb!!!

[robscomputer]

Great time today! The weather wasn't too hot and just right. Glad to meet you Bad Kitty, you're little boy has a very different crawl style. :)

While it doesn't look impressive, the jumps there were pretty big, and you had to pedal.

Here's some pictures, enjoy!

Rider from msdhw.com forum, he got a flat early in the day and rode Dion's bike. Surprised to hear he was more comfortable jumping the 26" than a 20".

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163675930-L.jpg

Here's Derek, a local rider, on the big doubles. He was flying all day.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163675950-L.jpg

Second shot.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163675973-L.jpg

I wasn't sure what his friend was doing, but he rode up and stopped right in the middle of the big doubles. Then Derek jumped over with a good amount of room.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163678058-L.jpg

[robscomputer]

Composite picture of the same jump.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163676005-L.jpg

Jake on the middle set.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163676016-L.jpg

Tony dropping off the bench.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163676039-L.jpg

Better view of the big doubles and Derek's height.
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163676059-L.jpg

Finally, Bad Kitty's crawling baby. :)
http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/163676047-L.jpg

[USARMworker]

Did you get Derek's email? He'd probably dig those shots...

[Dion Rides]

Sick shots Rob!!!

[Bad Kitty]

Derek and lil Mr. Red Tee Shirt called me a milf! LOL I was like, y'all are jailbait! They were cute, and they tried to show my older son how to jump high! Thanks Dion for taking a minute to take him around the track, that was awesome.

My baby isterribly efficient with his crawl, minimizes drag and gains speed!

[Dion Rides]

Sometimes the truth hurts... (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/354081895.html)

[robscomputer]

Thanks! I did get Derek's e-mail address, going to send out the pictures to him. I think he'll be happy to see them. :)

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Sometimes the truth hurts... (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/354081895.html)

Dion, after riding around Jake's 20 around the track I don't think I could handle non-suspension any more. It was really rough, and I didn't even jump anything.

After checking out Giedon's 26" dj bike, it feels just like a cruiser but with front suspesnsion. Really nice!

[CeruleanSkye]

I had an awesome time yesterday - waaaay more fun than I thought. AND I spent a good deal of time out there riding around on the easy parts BUT... I never thought I would ever go out and ride that sort of stuff. I felt like I was 12 again! Dirty, sweaty fun!

Met some great people - everyone was a lot of fun and I finally, finally met Kendra! And her kids are super cute!

It was a good day!

I'm definitely down to go again! SOON!

[nadrojp]

i missed it!!!next time i will roll for sure

[Bad Kitty]

Awh!!!! We can't wait for the next outing!!! YAY!!! I was super excited to meet miss KELLY! And I'm so glad my children were n their good behavior, that can get so messy when they aren't... See you all next time for sure!

[robscomputer]

Here's the video from yesterday. Sloppy editing and mixing on my part.

Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zsLHiRQga0

[Bad Kitty]

That was awesome Rob!!!

[CeruleanSkye]

Cool video! I look like such a n00b!!! :rofl

Good times!

[Raw]

Looks like I missed another great time. I've discovered you guys are just too far for me. Pleasanton BMX Park is about 50 min from my house plus I lost both of my helmets and I didn't wanna risk a long drive just to get kicked out.

And that down town San Jose ride was one hour away from me (down town San Fransico) during rush hour traffic, no way I could have made that one.

Lemme know if you guys ever plan to Ride Frisco Park, Frisco Street or Foster City Shell Trails.

Leo

[unrealtrip]

Very cool Rob, thanks for taking those pics. Was good to meet some new people as well.

[ryan_m]

Man that place looks sick! Is it free to get in there or do they charge you?

The video was awsome too!

Anyone want to go there during this week sometime?

[unrealtrip]

It's free, just bring a helmet as a cop comes by often to check.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Raw
Looks like I missed another great time. I've discovered you guys are just too far for me. Pleasanton BMX Park is about 50 min from my house plus I lost both of my helmets and I didn't wanna risk a long drive just to get kicked out.

And that down town San Jose ride was one hour away from me (down town San Fransico) during rush hour traffic, no way I could have made that one.

Lemme know if you guys ever plan to Ride Frisco Park, Frisco Street or Foster City Shell Trails.

Leo

We had another guy from SF (Gideon) stop by, he's in down town as well. Since he just moved to SF and looking for places to ride, a SF ride would be great. I've never ridden in SF and looks like you know the good spots.

Only problem would be lugging the video camera all over the hills. lol

Rob

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by ryan_m
Man that place looks sick! Is it free to get in there or do they charge you?

The video was awsome too!

Anyone want to go there during this week sometime?

I'll send you a pm the next time I go out. Farrell and I made it out last week for a short ride, will go again.

Rob

[nadrojp]

pm me also if you can... i may be able to get out there sometime during the week.

[Dion Rides]

I'm going to hell. I can't resist temptation AT ALL.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3213769-dscn2703.jpg

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
I'm going to hell. I can't resist temptation AT ALL.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3213769-dscn2703.jpg

Keep the marshmellows roasting, I'll be there shortly. :teeth

BTW I just got my old bmx bike back from a friend who had it since 2000. This was my ride in high school and did most of my dirt jumping on.

Returned the bike in this condition. :mad

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/164081510-L.jpg

[Dion Rides]

Is it me or does the frame look bent to hell?

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Is it me or does the frame look bent to hell?

Yes, the rear triangle is heavily bent towards the right. Also the right crank arm is bent enough that it's resting on the chainstay. And the bars as well.

Friend said he was hit by a car while riding. Must have been a Mack truck to bend Profile cranks.

So how do you like the STP?

[Dion Rides]

The Giant STP is NICE!

Messing around on the BigHit is like walking around with ankle weights, and then taking them off. That's how it was with the STP - super light and the geometry just lifts you up into the air. The mechanical disc brakes suck ass - but I'm so used to hydraulic that maybe I'm just being picky. Better than caliper armed brakes, I guess.

It came as a single-speed, just what I wanted. Sucks, 'cause I ordered a single-speed set-up and they shipped it. Now I have to return it.

I got a decent deal on the bike - $811 OTD.

[farrell]

Originally posted by robscomputer
I'll send you a pm the next time I go out. Farrell and I made it out last week for a short ride, will go again.

Rob

I'd probably be up for hitting the park either tonight or thursday night. Just shoot me a PM

[ryan_m]

Originally posted by farrell
I'd probably be up for hitting the park either tonight or thursday night. Just shoot me a PM

Thursday may work for me but I work tonight

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
The Giant STP is NICE!

Messing around on the BigHit is like walking around with ankle weights, and then taking them off. That's how it was with the STP - super light and the geometry just lifts you up into the air. The mechanical disc brakes suck ass - but I'm so used to hydraulic that maybe I'm just being picky. Better than caliper armed brakes, I guess.

It came as a single-speed, just what I wanted. Sucks, 'cause I ordered a single-speed set-up and they shipped it. Now I have to return it.

I got a decent deal on the bike - $811 OTD.

I checked out the STP at Cal Bicycles and it was really nice. Felt just like a bmx but with 26" wheels, that nice short feeling.

Also noticed the brakes on the SS version weren't great, I felt a lot of flex when braking. You might want to upgrade to a better cable set, or even run just a hyrdo rear. Nice thing with cable you can run a gyro.

These are really nice, adjustable lever.

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/BR403C02-Avid+Juicy+7+Hydraulic+Disc+Brake+07.aspx

Or these.

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/BR510C02-Hayes+Hfx-9+Disc+Brake.aspx

Farrell,

I'll be good to ride Thursday. Didn't bring the bike today.

Rob

[MrCrash]

If you guys do Thursday, I'll see ya out there :)

[farrell]

Originally posted by nadrojp
pm me also if you can... i may be able to get out there sometime during the week.


Farrell,

I'll be good to ride Thursday. Didn't bring the bike today.

Rob [/B]

[i]Originally posted by CityBikeMike
If you guys do Thursday, I'll see ya out there :)


Lets shoot for thursday then. What time?

[pacifisticuffs]

Any you hosers riding a mountain bike out there? It looks like fun :teeth.

[farrell]

Originally posted by pacifisticuffs
Any you hosers riding a mountain bike out there? It looks like fun :teeth.

There were 10 year old kids out there on mountian bikes putting me and my cruiser to shame :(

I know rob rides a mountianbike out there

[robscomputer]

There are mostly dirt jump style mountain bikes out there, plus a handful of freeride/downhill dual suspension rides. I'm using a regular mountain bike myself, older Hardrock but will switch to a new single speed 26" soon. Dion is also riding a dj 26" and freeride 26", Tony is on a downhill 26", and Gideon on a dj 26".

Rob

[Dion Rides]

YOU GUYS AND THURSDAY!!!

First, I go to the SM fourm, and everybody's gonna have a GRAND ol' time at Metcalf. Then, I go here and everybody's just having the TIME OF THEIR LIFE planning for Pleasanton... you know what I'm going to be doing? WORKING :mad

Have fun guys :(

[ryan_m]

I ride I mountian bike. 26".

What time thursday? im coming from south bay so I want to miss all the traffic on 680 so earlier the better.

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e238/ryan_mares/biking008.jpg

[pacifisticuffs]

Originally posted by robscomputer
There are mostly dirt jump style mountain bikes out there, plus a handful of freeride/downhill dual suspension rides. I'm using a regular mountain bike myself, older Hardrock but will switch to a new single speed 26" soon. Dion is also riding a dj 26" and freeride 26", Tony is on a downhill 26", and Gideon on a dj 26".

Rob
Coolio! I'm on a Hardrock myself, I think it's the 23". Next weekend ride I think I'll join you guys.

[farrell]

Originally posted by ryan_m
I ride I mountian bike. 26".

What time thursday? im coming from south bay so I want to miss all the traffic on 680 so earlier the better.

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e238/ryan_mares/biking008.jpg

I have to commute home every day from downtown SJ to dublin. If your going to do that drive, leave by 3 or not long after. Once 3:30-4 hits you'll be looking at 1:1/2 minimum.

I could probably be at the park around 5 or 5:30 if that works for eveyone else

[farrell]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
YOU GUYS AND THURSDAY!!!

First, I go to the SM fourm, and everybody's gonna have a GRAND ol' time at Metcalf. Then, I go here and everybody's just having the TIME OF THEIR LIFE planning for Pleasanton... you know what I'm going to be doing? WORKING :mad

Have fun guys :(

Well, you gotta pay for that new mountainbike somehow, right :twofinger


I still only have one to choose from when i go riding :cry

[robscomputer]

I can be at the park at 5:30~6pm. Sometimes I get stuck at work later. Riding it good to 8pm or later depending on when the guy comes to close the gates.

[Streetracr67]

casey and I are in for thursday....im goin big this time...lol

[Dion Rides]

Go big and do a back flip 1080 for ME!

[robscomputer]

I'm always wondering just how people manual so good and saw this video on Youtube. Of course he makes it look really easy. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-Nn4Z5WVIg

Just watched Roam last night. Pretty good movie, especially the downhill parts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBxqUQa7jUo

[nadrojp]

sick

[Dion Rides]

Anybody want to session on Friday?

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Anybody want to session on Friday?

Pleasanton? I'm down!

[nadrojp]

im in... I think... id have to leave palo alto around 4 though... whats the least trafficky route?

[ryan_m]

me and my buddy will be out there thursday on the begginer stuff. Say hi if you see us out there.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by nadrojp
im in... I think... id have to leave palo alto around 4 though... whats the least trafficky route?

From Palo Alot to 84 to 880 to 580 seems to be the quickest. 680 North bound is usually slower.

[Streetracr67]

Originally posted by robscomputer
From Palo Alot to 84 to 880 to 580 seems to be the quickest. 680 North bound is usually slower.

Or you can go through niles canyon. when you reach the stop sign at the end of the canyon bust a left. stay on that road until you hit the park on stanley.....

[Dion Rides]

Ride your bike fom Palo Alto.

I'm going to try and be there a little early - 4ish.

[pacifisticuffs]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
I'm going to try and be there a little early - 4ish.
And you're bitchin at us for havin 9-5s! :twofinger

[Dion Rides]

Tim McGraw: Do you have a helmet? There's KLR Kop that patrols. He even has a mustache. :frankie

[pacifisticuffs]

I only have a dorky road helmet that's pretty uncomfortable. I think I'll get one of those skater helmets. They look like they fit better.

[Dion Rides]

plus you'll look cool.

[pacifisticuffs]

Totally. The skater helmet would match my hella cool new hair too.

It looks like in the pics and vids that some of you guys are wearing MX helmets?

[Dion Rides]

Downhill Helmets. Much lighter.


I only. Type Two. Word Sentences.

[robscomputer]

I'm heading down to Trailhead tonight to check out some full face helmets. Feel a little bit safer amount my teeth and face. :)

[robscomputer]

Too bad there isn't a wall at Pleasanton.

http://robscomputer.smugmug.com/photos/165011913-S.gif

[Dion Rides]

There's a wall in Santa Cruz!

[nadrojp]

holy shit

[MrCrash]

I should be there around 6. I'll be on my red Stumpjumper FSR.

[Dion Rides]

New forks.

Not sure about the lack of adjustability, though :wtf

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3218066-dscn2708.jpg

[robscomputer]

Dion,

Are the forks non-adjustable?

I just got back from Trailhead in San Jose. Guys are pretty helpful, got a full face helmet that fit great. They also have a nice collection of bikes there. The Demo 7 and Big Hit are so nice! The forks were bigger than some motorcycles.

Say, isn't there a trip to Northstar coming up? Hmmmmm......

[Dion Rides]

I also read somewhere that a new Eastern Night Train is going to be hitting the trails busting huge triple backflip tailspin manuals ridden by a guy named Rob. :wow

I like Trailhead Cyclery. It's right around the corner from my house and they are pretty helpful.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
I also read somewhere that a new Eastern Night Train is going to be hitting the trails busting huge triple backflip tailspin manuals ridden by a guy named Rob. :wow

...

:teeth

It's on back order but *should* get here sometime before July. I checked out a few other dj bikes (stp, p1, sledgehammer) and framesets (Atomlab, Santa Cruz, Revell). I really wanted something simple like a single speed and decent components.

Building a frame up was really expensive, and there wasn't much choices for a single speed. So I went with the Eastern for bit more money. Looks good on paper but I ordered it on faith, couldn't find anyone locally who sells them. From all of the reviews seem positive and the specs it's a good build.

Once it gets here I'm going to make a video review of the bike. I would really like to see how much of a difference the stp is from the night train, if chromoly is really a smoother ride or not.

[Dion Rides]

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT!! CALABAZAS PARK IS OFFICIALLY OPEN AND READY FOR RIDING!!

I just got back from Stan23's house (he bought my Sledgehammer! Another member for our little crew!) and on the way back I went to Calabazas to check on the progress. I talked to one of the designers, a dude named Matt, and he told me the official open date was this last Monday - pretty anti-climatic if you ask me, but oh well - it's good to ride there now! There were a bunch of Groms riding, and the park is very nice. I think I might even like it better than Pleasanton. I'm going there instead of Pleasanton tommorrow. Anybody care to join me?

Now that that's out of the way, let me tell you my initial impressions of the Giant.

1. It's light. Not as light as my BMX was, but...

2. ...the geometry makes up for it. I got over a 36" pile of leaves yesterday which is about the biggest bunnyhop I've done so far, and ON A NEW BIKE!!

I really don't understand how the designers did it, but I've never been good at bunnyhopping mountain bikes - and here's a dirt jump bike that is derived from a mountain bike and I can hop bigger than I've even been able to do. I probably would be able to go over that chain that Jeff was hopping at the Pizza place from our San Jose ride.

3. The dirt jumper fork needs spacers. I went to the local OSH and got some 1/2" spacers and dropped them in there. It still has full travel, but it's not going to bottom out with my fat ass riding it. The front fork makes a big difference for the joints, too.

I really like the Giant and it's a keeper. I envy the Eastern Night Train, though. They accomodate pegs and that's what I can't do on my bike.

[nadrojp]

ooooooohhhh calabazas... I might be going to santa clara p.a.l. on friday, but that sounds soo much better!

[mikev]

Originally posted by unrealtrip
Also, don't forget Livermore has a dirt track also right off of Vasco, however it is more racetrack oriented than the Pleasanton one which is definitely a jump park.

Okay, so I'm not sure how I missed this the first time I read the thread.

This little dirt track is seriously about 2 minutes from where I live.

[robscomputer]

I'll be interested in checking out CALABAZAS on Friday. Driving from Pleasanton might get there around 6pm with traffic.

I never been to a bmx track to ride, anyone interested in this? Can you ride 26"s there?

Glad you like the STP! Has to be the most popular dj bike out there. It's amazing when you look at the angles and specs of the frame, how much of a difference it makes. It's only 2" inches shorter in the chainstays but feels so much nicer. :)

[Dion Rides]

See you there, Rob. Gideon and I are riding Cali on Sunday, as well.

I just realized that, due to the SUCK0RZ dirt riding conditions, I haven't ridden a motorcycle in awhile. I hate this dry condition crap, and roosting dust isn't as fun as roosting mud.

I guess I can ride the MX track, but I'm a trail guy.

Ooh, BTW... Kelly and I are riding USCS on our MTB's tommorrow. Just some light trails and such. I'll keep an eye out. I think there's some ladders out there, somewhere.

[robscomputer]

Hey Dion,

I'm afraid I won't able to make it tonight. Yesterday at Pleasanton I crashed and broke my collar bone. It was off the little rythm section and the last run of the day. I messed up on the second jump and slammed shoulder first into the third jump.

A lot of thanks to Brian and Casey for driving me to the Hospital. 6 to 8 weeks to heal, but will give me more time to shop for more parts. :)

Take some pictures of Cali for me!

[Dion Rides]

:wow :cry

DUDE!!! NO!!

Man, that totally sucks. No point in saying get well soon, since we all know it's gonna be 6-8 weeks. At least it wasn't your head.

[robscomputer]

Yeah, I was lucky it was a common fracture and nothing more serious. I'm working on setting up my camera for left handed and I'll be out there taking pictures while I'll heal up.

Casey thinks I jinxed myself wearing the helmet with white t-shirt. :cry

[ryan_m]

calabazas jumps suck! Dont even wast your time going there.

[Dion Rides]

I jump curbs all day. Calabazas rulz in comparison. I suck, too, so it's an even trade!

Yeah, I'm hitting them today to see how they are. I like the flow, but I did see some guys over shooting the landing and landing flat.

[farrell]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Hey Dion,

I'm afraid I won't able to make it tonight. Yesterday at Pleasanton I crashed and broke my collar bone. It was off the little rythm section and the last run of the day. I messed up on the second jump and slammed shoulder first into the third jump.

A lot of thanks to Brian and Casey for driving me to the Hospital. 6 to 8 weeks to heal, but will give me more time to shop for more parts. :)

Take some pictures of Cali for me!

Damn, wasnt a good day for us. That little spill i took before leaving left me with a broken rib and a concusion not to mention all the nice cuts and bruises. I cant even clear my through without feeling like i'm being stabben in the chest.

I hope you heal up soon man!

[Dion Rides]

Holy sh*t guys, take 'er easy!

[farrell]

go big or go home :x









JK..... :teeth i'm taking this as a wake up call to get the full face helmet and a little more gear before i go out again. I came pretty close to messing my face up, the left side of it actually slid in the dirt for a bit but somehow I didnt tear my face up. (i at least had the half helmet on, otherwise i'd probably be much worse)

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by farrell
Damn, wasnt a good day for us. That little spill i took before leaving left me with a broken rib and a concusion not to mention all the nice cuts and bruises. I cant even clear my through without feeling like i'm being stabben in the chest.

I hope you heal up soon man!

Thanks Jason!

I didn't see you're fall but you looked dazed when you got up. The helmet saved most of the impact, a full face woul have been even better.

Hope you're ok so we can ride again when I'm ready.

[ryan_m]

Where one of you guys in a older lifted blazer yesterday at pleasenton?
Thought it might be one of you guys but wasnt sure. I will be back at pleasenton again, tons of fun there.

[Dion Rides]

I just got back from Calabazas and it was cool. The jumps in the rhythm section are still WAY too close. Most of the riding was done in the bowl and in Zone 3. Zone 4 is nutty, and the only way you can get the rhythm is to jump the big step-up. When I say big, I mean big. Zone 3 is doable and fun.

I spent most of the time jumping out of the bowl and just getting used to it again.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by ryan_m
Where one of you guys in a older lifted blazer yesterday at pleasenton?
Thought it might be one of you guys but wasnt sure. I will be back at pleasenton again, tons of fun there.

Yeah, that's Jason (Farrell) in the lifted Blazer. I was riding around with a gray full face helmet.

Rob

[ryan_m]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Yeah, that's Jason (Farrell) in the lifted Blazer. I was riding around with a gray full face helmet.

Rob

What time did you get there? I got there around 2:30 and left by 5:30.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by ryan_m
What time did you get there? I got there around 2:30 and left by 5:30.

I got there around 5:45 or 6pm.

[Dion Rides]

Calabazas - 1
Dion - 0

Kids, wear your elbow pads.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3224200-dscn2722.jpg

[CeruleanSkye]

^^^ Icky.

You guys are getting picked off one by one. :wow

[farrell]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Thanks Jason!

I didn't see you're fall but you looked dazed when you got up. The helmet saved most of the impact, a full face woul have been even better.

Hope you're ok so we can ride again when I'm ready.

Thanks.

I'll definitely be down when your back up and riding, i'm already itching to get back out there.

[farrell]

Originally posted by ryan_m
Where one of you guys in a older lifted blazer yesterday at pleasenton?
Thought it might be one of you guys but wasnt sure. I will be back at pleasenton again, tons of fun there.

Yeah, that was me, were you riding the 20 inch?

If you see me out there again defintely say hi (probably be at least a few weeks, but i will be back out there). I may not be in the blazer but you cant miss the oldschool fatboy cruiser, not too many of those still around.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by CeruleanSkye
^^^ Icky.

You guys are getting picked off one by one. :wow

My injury was just a bruise from falling but in the parking lot I backed my car into Chuck Norris. He got all mad and smashed a chair on me.

[ryan_m]

Originally posted by farrell
Yeah, that was me, were you riding the 20 inch?

If you see me out there again defintely say hi (probably be at least a few weeks, but i will be back out there). I may not be in the blazer but you cant miss the oldschool fatboy cruiser, not too many of those still around.

No I was on the 26", my buddy was on a 20" with a full face helmet. We will have to go ride there sometime together. I will be out of town for the next 10 days but when I get back you want to go back out to pleasanton bmx park?

[farrell]

Originally posted by ryan_m
No I was on the 26", my buddy was on a 20" with a full face helmet. We will have to go ride there sometime together. I will be out of town for the next 10 days but when I get back you want to go back out to pleasanton bmx park?

Shoot me a PM a day or two before you go. I'll probably be down but i dont want to make any promises casue i dont know how my chest is going to be feeling.

[Dion Rides]

DropStickJake and I will be at Cali this Friday afternoon.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
DropStickJake and I will be at Cali this Friday afternoon.

How do you like the park now after a few rides? Is there more beginner stuff than Pleasanton?

BTW this video looks awesome, we should have a viewing with the group.

http://www.joekidonastingray.com/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnZ0UMrVwGY

Rob

[Dion Rides]

Just ordered a copy :teeth

[a13x]

Hey I just got my Evil on the west coast. I'm ready to ride!!

When is the next street / dirt / park trip? It's been a few months so I'm friggin down!


Gawd I haven't gone riding since we went out filming for this vid.. great day, but long ago now.. Boston represent!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZfKKfHBJtw

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by a13x
Hey I just got my Evil on the west coast. I'm ready to ride!!

When is the next street / dirt / park trip? It's been a few months so I'm friggin down!


Gawd I haven't gone riding since we went out filming for this vid.. great day, but long ago now.. Boston represent!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZfKKfHBJtw

Great video! Do you have a picture of the evil?

[Dion Rides]

Hey Alex,

We're trying to get a SF street ride together. Go to www.msdhw.com/forum and that's where our other brethren reside (DropStick Jake, Gideon, ServeEm, and a bunch of others). Peep game!

[gideon]

just joined, hi y'all

[Dion Rides]

:laughing Look who joined the partay!

Gideon and I were talking about setting up a street jam in a month or so. Anybody down and have any ideas about where to go?

This is going down this weekend:

http://sjbmx.com/images/news/070630sf.jpg

[a13x]

Peeped it!

I'll keep my eye on this thread / forum in the meantime. Think I'm heading to the Warped Tour on Sunday to see some buddies play.

Gideon sounds familiar.. wonder if he posted on HCOR.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
:laughing Look who joined the partay!

Gideon and I were talking about setting up a street jam in a month or so. Anybody down and have any ideas about where to go?

This is going down this weekend:

http://sjbmx.com/images/news/070630sf.jpg

Can't ride yet but I can take pictures of your street jam.

Maybe take a few rides to scope some places out? Things are usually hidden from a car but easily found on a bike (or motard). :)

[Dion Rides]

I was actually thinking mobbing through Santa Cruz. There's some gret street stuff there. There was a recent article in "Ride BMX" featuring some good spots there, including all the place I used to ride. Afterward we can hit the Fun Spot.

[Dion Rides]

You guys might enjoy this:

http://www.mauricemeyer.com/NorCal/index.html

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
You guys might enjoy this:

http://www.mauricemeyer.com/NorCal/index.html

Nice find!

I remember some of these shows, mostly Home Turf and stuff about Dave Vanderspeck.

BTW anyone remember this trick?

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3233964-gg_park_vanderoll.jpg

[ryan_m]

the "fun spot" is santa cruz is a street park right?

Anyone ever ride the dirt jumps right there in capitola on the beach?

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by ryan_m
the "fun spot" is santa cruz is a street park right?

Anyone ever ride the dirt jumps right there in capitola on the beach?

Here's the park.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3234176-bikepark.jpg

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Nice find!

I remember some of these shows, mostly Home Turf and stuff about Dave Vanderspeck.

BTW anyone remember this trick?

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3233964-gg_park_vanderoll.jpg

The "VanderRoll"!!

[Dion Rides]

Some good riders were there today. I just kinda posed and watched.

A lot of 20's... but hey, the 20's you can go up with style!

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2732.sized.jpg

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2723.sized.jpg

DropKick Jake sporting the shaved head and getting ready to serve our country. Go Jake!

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2724.sized.jpg

A little whip'age

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2730.sized.jpg

20's were the rage today

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2733.sized.jpg

Hanging flat

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2741.sized.jpg

[Dion Rides]

360 up and over

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2742.sized.jpg

This is what gyros are for - tailspin

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2743.sized.jpg

This guy was clicking the lookdowns effortlessly

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2744.sized.jpg

[Dion Rides]

More tailspin'age

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2745.sized.jpg

Nice and flat

http://smhooligans.com/Gallery/albums/SMhooligans-Picture-Host/DSCN2746.sized.jpg

See you guys out there next time!

[robscomputer]

Looks like a great time. When did Jake get a 26"?

[nadrojp]

dion... where was that?

[Dion Rides]

Originally posted by nadrojp
dion... where was that?

Calabazas.

We've been waiting for you to come out, bro!

[Bad Kitty]

Dion!!! Can my boy do those jumps? I mean, is it really teenager/adult stuff? Or is an adrenaline junkie kid cool too?

[Dion Rides]

There's a smaller section for the groms. Unfortunately, that's how I had my crash, by playing on the little kids stuff.

[robscomputer]

Dion,

Looks like you can run pegs on your STP. Not sure if it's ok for the frame or not. :)

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/206/328/3241618-stp00s.jpg

[Dion Rides]

That's not my grinding side :(

Not only that, I'd be iffy about grinding on the SS chain tensioner.

[robscomputer]

Just found this. RAD full movie.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-7997346578257807085&q=rad+movie&total=2619&start=0&num=20&so=0&type=search&plindex=0

[ryan_m]

anyone want to ride pleasanton bmx jumps thursday evening?

[DropkickJake]

pleasanton this saturday the 7th?

[DropkickJake]

Tomorrow evening anyone? Stay out of this heat.

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by DropkickJake
Tomorrow evening anyone? Stay out of this heat.

Way too hot out there! Wish Van's skatepark was still open. :)

[Dion Rides]

Jake,

I'll be down to do Pleasanton on Saturday as long as we go in the evening, like 7:00PM.

[DropkickJake]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Jake,

I'll be down to do Pleasanton on Saturday as long as we go in the evening, like 7:00PM. I have a hockey game at 9 so thats not really gonna work. I am down for early morning though. Tomorrow night though is also sweet. But yeah man I was gonna head out at like 6pm tomorrow. I went out there mid day on wednesday and it was way hot out there but I can pretty much hit everything out there now. The big single jump is the only thing i couldnt hit.

[ryan_m]

Yesterday was sick, not one person there and it wasnt that hot. Here is a little video. Dont be too harsh I know I suck, but its only my 3rd day ridding a bike in like 6 years.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=GhOEQNnxUiI

[Dion Rides]

Better than me!

[DropkickJake]

So anyone wanna ride this evening out at pleasanton?

[robscomputer]

Originally posted by ryan_m
Yesterday was sick, not one person there and it wasnt that hot. Here is a little video. Dont be too harsh I know I suck, but its only my 3rd day ridding a bike in like 6 years.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=GhOEQNnxUiI

Damn good for riding on your 3rd day. Good video as well, once my arm gets better I'll be out there shooting again.

[ryan_m]

Originally posted by robscomputer
Damn good for riding on your 3rd day. Good video as well, once my arm gets better I'll be out there shooting again.
Thanks. The video is kind of week because it was just filmed on my digital camera and the editing was like 2 minutes.

[Dion Rides]

Jake: I'll be there at 7:00PM!! :teeth

[DropkickJake]

Originally posted by Dion Rides
Jake: I'll be there at 7:00PM!! :teeth Rock on bro! I will see you there.

[Dion Rides]

Well, decided to throw this out there instead of just talking about it.

Asphalt Attack
Sunday July 15th, 2007
Santa Cruz, Ca.

Meeting Time: 11:00am
Meeting Place: Santa Cruz Highschool - 415 Walnut Avenue Santa Cruz, Ca. 95060 (plenty of parking)

We'll start of sessioning the highschool quad and from there ride down to the Fun Spot Bike Park.

Hopefully we'll get a good turn out. I'll be video'ing this day.

[Dion Rides]

Rob, if you're gonna video, maybe we can collaborate a little!