Do You Mountain Bike?

[WickedWahine]

I'm hoping to find some fellow lovers of singletrack to ride with. :teeth

I know we have quite a few people here who love to mountain bike and I'm hoping to gather a list of individuals who would be interested in meeting to ride every once in a while.

Post up here and let me know if you're interested!

<edit>

This thread has taken on a life of its own and I hope we can keep it going with your help.

Post up your ride stories, pics, tips, trail suggestions, gear reviews, etc.

[Wolf]

Might be interested in the future. Still looking for a bike. (haven't ridden a non-motorized bike in about 10 years :teeth )

[sensei]

I'm down and thanks for starting the thread. I can't make this Sunday due to other commitments but am interested for all future rides.

I admit I have to get my legs going again but this is just what I need to do that. Started riding in school about 92' while a CU-Boulder.

Please let me know about future rides.

[slowpoke]

I haven't ridden my bike in 2 years or so!:cry

[joloee]

My wife and I bought canondale bikes like a year ago..and only ridden them twice. So maybe someday when we "learn" how to ride a bike again, we'll join you. Or better yet, anybody wanna buy a bike..LOL..(i'm only half kidding)

john

[WickedWahine]

So it's time for everyone to dust off the bikes and get out there!

Not only is it great exercise, it's FUN!

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by joloee
My wife and I bought canondale bikes like a year ago..and only ridden them twice. So maybe someday when we "learn" how to ride a bike again, we'll join you. Or better yet, anybody wanna buy a bike..LOL..(i'm only half kidding)

john

Actually, we're hoping to do some "training" rides with newer riders too! I'll keep you posted :)

[jroymcd]

i would be interested all my mountain riding freinds moved away or quit.

[squidhunter]

I try to hit the trails 2-3 times a week. On the days I'm not on the dirt, I'm riding the roadbike, Sundays I'm lazy and ride the SV.
I'm up to join some Barf rides, but it'll have to wait for a week or so. I just had a nasty crash on my mountainbike Tuesday. Had a rock rip a nice gash down the palm of my hand, pretty nasty stuff, needs time to heal. After that I'll be interested in ripping it up with you guys.

[Wolf]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Not only is it great exercise, it's FUN!
It looks like it. I've been hiking the trails up on 35, and seeing all the bikers go by made me jealous. Got my fingers crossed on a nice looking GT on eBay right now.

So like... um... how do you turn on a bicycle? :blush
Like how much cornering grip do bike tires have? I don't want to be 2-wheel drifting when I hit my first corner. :(
Do you countersteer?? Do you enter corners like you do a sportbike? By dropping your shoulder into the turn and leaning off the bike?

[sensei]

Originally posted by Wolf
It looks like it. I've been hiking the trails up on 35, and seeing all the bikers go by made me jealous. Got my fingers crossed on a nice looking GT on eBay right now.

So like... um... how do you turn on a bicycle? :blush
Like how much cornering grip do bike tires have? I don't want to be 2-wheel drifting when I hit my first corner. :(
Do you countersteer?? Do you enter corners like you do a sportbike? By dropping your shoulder into the turn and leaning off the bike?

As you approach a turn wieght the outside peg, lean and look through the turn....sound familiar. You might want to consider some of WW's newbie rides first.

[R6 Ryda]

Slowpoke- I haven't ridden my bike in 2 years or so!


I know you haven't ridden your bike for 2 years and all, no worries! They have Mountain Bike Tricycles now so you won't tip over...:laughing

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1171952-28.jpg

[gsxrstein]

I'm interested in a mountian bike group ride.:thumbup

Have you ever done the trails in Los Gatos or Quicksilver?

[m0t0_ryder]

I'm busy this weekend... but one of these days I would love to join a Mtn bike barf ride.

I'm familiar with a lot of the south bay areas.
Not so up on those to the north.

I too have been off the Mtn Bike for way too long.

I need the exercise that that fun ride provides.
Gotta quit procrastinating.

Just do it!

John

[Joebar4000]

Yeap, but I mostly do Skyline and Nisene Marks...

There is a trail that is fabulous that drops from Skyline into Stevens Creek park, crosses the river a bunch of times before a heinous climb out :) Well worth it tho...

[John]

Originally posted by joloee
My wife and I bought canondale bikes like a year ago..and only ridden them twice. So maybe someday when we "learn" how to ride a bike again, we'll join you. Or better yet, anybody wanna buy a bike..LOL..(i'm only half kidding)

john

i'd be up for this, going to thill this sunday-tuesday though so i won't make this one.

if you're really interested in selling PM me, I'm buying. :cool

[JnglstTICAL]

Wicked Weenie, not this Sunday, the BARF race BBQ/ Party is going on!! Im riding with solis on Saturday. And will be down to start biking more in the future!

[Sidewalk]

I have started beating on my Walmart full suspension mountian bike again. I take it with me out to sea, so when I pull into other ports I can kill time. I was terrorizing Seattle and San Diego with it a month or so ago.

I would like to try some trails at some point. I have only done urban assault type riding before.

[slowpoke]

Originally posted by JnglstTICAL
Wicked Weenie, not this Sunday, the BARF race BBQ/ Party is going on!!

That's right! Make it another day there Weenie

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by JnglstTICAL
Wicked Weenie, not this Sunday, the BARF race BBQ/ Party is going on!! Im riding with solis on Saturday. And will be down to start biking more in the future!

He has to work on Saturday...unless you want to go with just me. But you might not like me after :devil Kidding!

That's right! Make it another day there Weenie

We'll have more planned...but we're still going Sunday.

[MAXX LEAN]

Put me on the PM list:teeth I'm at T-hill this weekend.

[Devin]

Originally posted by Joebar4000
Yeap, but I mostly do Skyline and Nisene Marks...

There is a trail that is fabulous that drops from Skyline into Stevens Creek park, crosses the river a bunch of times before a heinous climb out :) Well worth it tho...

Ya thats the saratoga gap trail i think...i just rode that about 2 weeks ago.

I am fairly new to mountain biking but i have been going quite a bit lately....my bike is in for a tune-up right now I'm picking it up tommorow. Single track is the funnest for sure.

[Kalamari Kid]

WW bring some hott single friends, im sure to go

[Port4mance]

Is there someplace where we can just go downhill and not actually pedal :confused

[Dragon]

Originally posted by Port4mance
Is there someplace where we can just go downhill and not actually pedal :confused

You need to go to downieville :thumbup (you do have to pedal a bit for a few short uphills and a full face helmet is recomended)

If I ever move back down there- I'll ride with y'all :)

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by Kalamari Kid
WW bring some hott single friends, im sure to go

OKAY!


Is it okay if all my friends are guys though?

:teeth

[Devin]

Originally posted by Dragon
You need to go to downieville :thumbup (you do have to pedal a bit for a few short uphills and a full face helmet is recomended)

If I ever move back down there- I'll ride with y'all :)

Im going to downieville next weekend =)

[Wolf]

Originally posted by Port4mance
Is there someplace where we can just go downhill and not actually pedal :confused Tahoe. The ski resorts open their lifts to mountain bikers in the summer. (at least some do/did)

[thump]

Originally posted by Joebar4000
There is a trail that is fabulous that drops from Skyline into Stevens Creek park, crosses the river a bunch of times before a heinous climb out :) Well worth it tho...

Yup- Charcoal road!!! Absolute bastard!


I'm in :) Ian? Frank? Patrick? Skyline ride?

[thump]

Originally posted by Port4mance
Is there someplace where we can just go downhill and not actually pedal :confused


Northstar.

They rent bikes as well as lift them up the hill.

[Kalamari Kid]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
OKAY!


Is it okay if all my friends are guys though?

:teeth


I take that back. Please let me rephrase that.
Hott single woman!

Thankyou Drive through

[Wolf]

Originally posted by thump thump
Yup- Charcoal road!!! Absolute bastard!


I'm in :) Ian? Frank? Patrick? Skyline ride?

Clear out your PM box, then help me here:
http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=82216
:teeth

Where does the neutral sensor connect at?

[ChainLash]

I can't do it this Sunday, but I'm definitely interested in future rides. This is a great idea, since I'm trying to find other means of 2 wheeling without having to worry about cops on weekends.

I haven't ridden in a year; I guess it's time to do bit of baseline training before the next ride. :( This part will hurt. :cry

[jroymcd]

Originally posted by Joebar4000
Yeap, but I mostly do Skyline and Nisene Marks...

There is a trail that is fabulous that drops from Skyline into Stevens Creek park, crosses the river a bunch of times before a heinous climb out :) Well worth it tho...

nisene is my favorite place to ride. did downieville just a few months ago. i had not ridden my bike in a long time a got very beat up.

[squidhunter]

I'm definatly up to start some barf group MB rides with you guys. Looks like a good chance to check out some new trails. Next weekend I'm in. Out me on your PM list WW.

[zookrider98]

Originally posted by MAXX LEAN
Put me on the PM list:teeth I'm at T-hill this weekend.

Ditto here. I'm in for future rides. I need to dust off the bike though.

[WickedWahine]

Cool!

If any of you are feeling a bit rusty and want to hit a good trainer before embarking on the singletrack stuff, we are going to try to go to Coyote Hills in Fremont after work one night next week.

Good place to get your feet wet again...or should I say dirty ;)

[JnglstTICAL]

let me know what night when u find out...

[jroymcd]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Cool!

If any of you are feeling a bit rusty and want to hit a good trainer before embarking on the singletrack stuff, we are going to try to go to Coyote Hills in Fremont after work one night next week.

Good place to get your feet wet again...or should I say dirty ;)

cool i work close to coyote. there are actaully some pretty steep short climbs and cool little downhills

put me on the list :teeth

[xls]

Hey guys, I'm new here.

I'd be interested in some group mountainbiking, all my bkinig friends wussed out (got married, kids, whatever) or moved out of state.

WW put me on your list. I'd be down for some riding this weekend. I'm not sure if I can make it up to China Camp this Sunday though (I'm in south San Jose, it's like a 2h trip one-way). Otherwise we can meet another time (weekends only though).
Thanks for putting this together! :thumbup

[DVS DEA]

That's cool i just got into MB and i'm interested in joining your MB group but not this sunday have both kids to take care of. So far I've been riding chabot lake. Gonna hit up a new trail next thursday, not sure yet but my buddy said to pick something fun (more speed/downhill) any suggestions? I've been checking out MTBreview and dirtworld for trails also... But Wicked for sure to add me on the pm list for futrue rides thanks...:)

Man if this gets popular enough BARF might have a MTB section lol :)

[Sidewalk]

I wouldn't mind trying in the middle of the week maybe.

[Wolf]

Opinions?
http://www.craigslist.org/nby/bik/37078658.html
AL frame 20" hardtail GT.
7-8 years old.

[thump]

Originally posted by Wolf
Opinions?
http://www.craigslist.org/nby/bik/37078658.html
AL frame 20" hardtail GT.

Chances are it's 8 speed and elstomer springs in what looks like a rock shox quadra or very early judy.

Somewhere between state of the ark and state of the art!!

Fine to see if you like it enough to get back into it again.

Lowball him and see what happens....

[Wolf]

Originally posted by DVS DEA
Gonna hit up a new trail next thursday, not sure yet but my buddy said to pick something fun (more speed/downhill) any suggestions? There are tons of hilly trails up off of Hwy 35 above Saratoga. All sorts of loops and interconnects. Just a hassle to drive all the way up there.

[ducmental]

I have been riding for a while, but have not gone lately since I mainly ride motos during the wknds. But I would be up for mtn bike rides. Add me to the pm list.

[Dragon]

Originally posted by Wolf
Opinions?
http://www.craigslist.org/nby/bik/37078658.html
AL frame 20" hardtail GT.
7-8 years old.

maybe a 100 bucks-

yeah it looks like a first gen quadra shock up front...

check the frame for cracks/wear/oxidation pay attention to the welds.

[Norm15]

im down for mtn biking. I usuallydo montara and sometimes fairfax so just pm me cause im down.

[CyclePro]

Any of you guys ride in the North Bay? This is our local park in Santa Rosa. http://www.sonic.net/kflood/bike/annadel/annadel.html

[jroymcd]

Originally posted by Wolf
Opinions?
http://www.craigslist.org/nby/bik/37078658.html
AL frame 20" hardtail GT.
7-8 years old.

20 inch is a big bike. unless you over 6'1 you would want something smaller

[mtnbkr1]

I can't make it time, but I would LOVE to go on any groups rides in the south bay. Put me on your list! Gracias!

[DVS DEA]

just checked out Joaquin miller in oakland on a webstie and it looks hell of fun and it has great views gonna try it out with a buddy next thursday. I'll let you know how it is.

[jroymcd]

Originally posted by DVS DEA
just checked out Joaquin miller in oakland on a webstie and it looks hell of fun and it has great views gonna try it out with a buddy next thursday. I'll let you know how it is.

i have done a loop there many times, awesome ride. about 8 miles with a awesome downhill section. start on skyline and goes to rewood rd. the best thing is its only 15 minutes from my house. i wanna go

[tepotter]

Originally posted by Wolf
Opinions?
http://www.craigslist.org/nby/bik/37078658.html
AL frame 20" hardtail GT.
7-8 years old.

Hmmm, I dunno, I don't like aluminum mountain bikes. Light (which is good) but stiff. And, as someone else said, unless you are over 6"1, that is a big bike. A bike being too big can be really annoying on descents. I am 6"1, and I have a 19 inch frame. If I had to do it again, I would get a smaller frame. But, my bike is too sweet to give up (Yeti titanium). It is *great* for climbing. I would think you could find something better..

My .02

Terence

[Hooli]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
I'm hoping to find some fellow lovers of singletrack to ride with. :teeth

PM me for more info/details...

Here cum the http://www.crownvic.us/forum/images/smilies/new/leghump.gif

Oh and who's bringing the :sniper for the mountain lions?

:laughing

[MrCrash]

Originally posted by DVS DEA
just checked out Joaquin miller in oakland on a webstie and it looks hell of fun and it has great views gonna try it out with a buddy next thursday. I'll let you know how it is.

Next Thursday? I can meet you there after work if you like, around 7 o'clock. I usually do a double loop over there.

It's the most fun legal singletrack in the East Bay. Still haven't done "Side-O" in the Berkeley Hills (which isn't legal).

[DVS DEA]

Me and my buddy are gonna hit it up in the morning, not sure what time, it depends on what time he can get of :).... but if you decided to ride there and see 2 asians who are huffing and buffing say sup ;)

[WickedWahine]

WOW!

I just got home from Thill and I'm really shocked so many people are interested in mountain biking. :)

I will def. keep you all posted about future rides and try to give you all a bit more notice.

Hopefully I'll get a chance to meet some of you guys on Sunday. If anyone has any questions, PM me.

[Dark Angel]

Hi Christy!

I'm interested... :teeth but I'm slow! :(

[Hyperlite]

OOOh fun :-D. I've been meaning to meet up with that guy that crashes a lot but calling him mrcrash kinda scares me. I'll try and keep an eye out on the threads, I'm slowly but surely getting back into primo riding shape- I'm hoping to try my luck at a couple of races next summer.

For the southern peeps, check out Soquel Demonstration Forest (Aptos), Wilder Ranch in Santa Cruz or Corte Madera (Hwy 35 by Alices, mosquito warning use protection ;)).

I tried putting a little web page together ages ago with links to various parks out there and it does still need tons of updating but since I've got it, feel free to check it out. There are links to maps and stuff for some of the parks out in the South Bay.
<edit>oops, here you go: http://www.geocities.com/at313/Outdoors/mtn_bike.html</edit>

Anyone down for checking out Wilder Ranch Sunday the 1st?
http://www.ogrehut.net/trails.php/Bay-South/Wilder
Meet time would be 9am at the main parking lot by the water fountains (free parking available on hwy 1)
PM me if you're interested, I haven't finalized plans yet and if I'm not expecting you, don't expect me :-D

[Hyperlite]

Oh Wolf- get an 18" frame if you wanna do any good mtn biking on it. 20+" frames aren't as nimble, even if you fit somewhat comfortably on it. Aluminum is stiff but is one of the best materials to toss around on either downhill or through singletrack. Steel (Chromoly) is good for the urban jungle or as a cheapy thrashing bike as you can bend parts back if you need to.

[MrCrash]

Originally posted by DVS DEA
Me and my buddy are gonna hit it up in the morning, not sure what time, it depends on what time he can get of :).... but if you decided to ride there and see 2 asians who are huffing and buffing say sup ;)

Make sure and hit either Chapparal or Cinderella - those are the most fun trails in the park!

Originally posted by Hyperlite
OOOh fun :-D. I've been meaning to meet up with that guy that crashes a lot but calling him mrcrash kinda scares me.

Hey, I gave up crashing when I gave up racing.

*knock on wood*


[/B]For the southern peeps, check out Soquel Demonstration Forest (Aptos), Wilder Ranch in Santa Cruz or Corte Madera (Hwy 35 by Alices, mosquito warning use protection ;)).[/B]

I've been talking to a few newer riders about doing some trails - the longer climbs at El Corte de Madera (ECdM) or Soquel might be a bit demoralizing![/B]/

[QUOTE]
I tried putting a little web page together ages ago with links to various parks out there and it does still need tons of updating but since I've got it, feel free to check it out. There are links to maps and stuff for some of the parks out in the South Bay.

What's the URL?


Anyone down for checking out Wilder Ranch Sunday the 1st?
http://www.ogrehut.net/trails.php/Bay-South/Wilder
Meet time would be 9am at the main parking lot by the water fountains (free parking available on hwy 1)
PM me if you're interested, I haven't finalized plans yet and if I'm not expecting you, don't expect me :-D

Ah, I have a couple of trackdays down at Willow Springs that weekend. Have fun!

[Hyperlite]

Originally posted by MrCrash907

Hey, I gave up crashing when I gave up racing.

*knock on wood*

I've been talking to a few newer riders about doing some trails - the longer climbs at El Corte de Madera (ECdM) or Soquel might be a bit demoralizing!/

What's the URL?[/B]

:p

and silly me forgot to include that URL didn't I?
http://www.geocities.com/at313/Outdoors/mtn_bike.html

[MassiveAttack]

WW- Put me on the list. I'm a newbie and been MTB'ng almost everyday afterwork - (missed you guys at CH last wednesday)

I just told crash im in for Sunday..

How long is the trail?

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
WW- Put me on the list. I'm a newbie and been MTB'ng almost everyday afterwork - (missed you guys at CH last wednesday)

I just told crash im in for Sunday..

How long is the trail?

See you tomorrow! :)

The loop is only about 12 miles. You'll have fun!

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by Hyperlite
OOOh fun :-D. I've been meaning to meet up with that guy that crashes a lot but calling him mrcrash kinda scares me. I'll try and keep an eye out on the threads, I'm slowly but surely getting back into primo riding shape- I'm hoping to try my luck at a couple of races next summer.

For the southern peeps, check out Soquel Demonstration Forest (Aptos), Wilder Ranch in Santa Cruz or Corte Madera (Hwy 35 by Alices, mosquito warning use protection ;)).

I tried putting a little web page together ages ago with links to various parks out there and it does still need tons of updating but since I've got it, feel free to check it out. There are links to maps and stuff for some of the parks out in the South Bay.
<edit>oops, here you go: http://www.geocities.com/at313/Outdoors/mtn_bike.html</edit>

Anyone down for checking out Wilder Ranch Sunday the 1st?

http://arnica.csustan.edu/mtbike/Video/videos/WilderFeb04.mpg
http://www.ogrehut.net/trails.php/Bay-South/Wilder
Meet time would be 9am at the main parking lot by the water fountains (free parking available on hwy 1)
PM me if you're interested, I haven't finalized plans yet and if I'm not expecting you, don't expect me :-D

Nice site! Your videos are great for people who never been to the trails. Wilder Ranch looks like a very fun ride.

[zookrider98]

Originally posted by Dark Angel
Hi Christy!

I'm interested... :teeth but I'm slow! :(

That usually happens at yer age.

[DVS DEA]

So what do all of you guys ride?
my dirty hardrock

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1177666-mtb_004.jpg

[MassiveAttack]

Just picked this up last week. *worth every penny...:cry

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1177756-1.jpg

[Dragon]

an OLDddd... Trek Y- Bike lotsa trick-bits for when I used to be fast on two wheels :teethhttp://johno.myiglou.com/images/y22.jpg

[DVS DEA]

Is that a carbon frame?

Originally posted by Dragon
an OLDddd... Trek Y- Bike lotsa trick-bits for when I used to be fast on two wheels :teethhttp://johno.myiglou.com/images/y22.jpg

[Dragon]

yep- all C/F My other OCLV bike looks like this:

http://web01.joetsu.ne.jp/~f.active/trek52002.JPG

List of bikes:

Trek 5200
Trek Y bike
GT Zaskar LE Team

Best road to ride on a bike: Mines
Best place to ride D/H: Downieville


Downieville would be a GREAT place for a BARF roadtrip... :teeth

[jroymcd]

santa cruz, thinking about selling it going back to a hardtail

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1177827-bike.jpg

[DVS DEA]

Why back to a hardtail?

[jroymcd]

better for climbing, now that im not in the shape i used to be in full susp. makes them up hills harder. i like to ride cross crounty and single track anyway.

[Dragon]

Originally posted by jroymcd
better for climbing, now that im not in the shape i used to be in full susp. makes them up hills harder. i like to ride cross crounty and single track anyway.

How about a rear shock upgrade with a lock out? best of both worlds :teeth


I couldn't pry my brother's Santa Cruz away from him!

I'm fat and old- the next bike I get will have that stupid term "free-ride" somewhere on it :laughing

[jroymcd]

bike has a rear lock out does not work that well, its set up for free ride so its a long travel front fork. dont want to dump any more money into it just ride it or get a hardtail . if i was to sell it there some sweet bikes i could get with the money. i put almost $3000 into that damm bike. its a few years old and i would be lucky to get $1000 for it.

[Dragon]

Originally posted by jroymcd
bike has a rear lock out does not work that well, its set up for free ride so its a long travel front fork. dont want to dump any more money into it just ride it or get a hardtail . if i was to sell it there some sweet bikes i could get with the money. i put almost $3000 into that damm bike. its a few years old and i would be lucky to get $1000 for it.

investing in bicycles is almost as bad a sportbikes- ya know, at least you don't have to buy leathers :laughing

[jroymcd]

Originally posted by Dragon
investing in bicycles is almost as bad a sportbikes- ya know, at least you don't have to buy leathers :laughing

way worse. on sportbikes i mostly break even. buy em cheap clean em up ride for a few months and sell it for what i put into them. mountain bikes i buy new, pay way too much for them and end up loosing 75%.

[WickedWahine]

We had a great ride today!

I met up with Teapotter (Terrence), MrCrash (Mike), and Chainlash (Devin) today at China Camp. Terrence and Mike were much stronger climbers with Devin following closely behind and me "sweeping" ;) (I really just wanted to check out everyones ass! :teeth).

We decided to make the climb all the way to the top today after much coaxing from Teapotter and MrCrash. It was a pretty tough climb on the last leg (at least to some of us :)) but we eventually made it to the top.

The reward was the fun rolling downhill single track. Teapotter and MrCrash took a couple of more technical sections while Chainlash and I stuck to the less technical sections. I'm glad I had Devin there to ride with, otherwise those guys would have left me in the dust!

Great ride today...can't wait to do it again.

Teapotter (Terrence), MrCrash907 (Mike), Chainlash (Devin) and WickedWahine (Christy)

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1178108-chinacamp.jpg

[Dragon]

did ya make it up powerline?

[ChainLash]

I had an awesome time; thanks for organizing it WW! It was nice to have a partner in crime in the "slow but steady" group while the "jack rabbit" group waited for us.

Although you did suddenly change into a speed demon on the descents. Very fast downhiller for sure. :thumbup

It was great to meet such nice folks and I can't wait to do it again!

[tepotter]

Yes, great fun! Thanks WW for setting it up. We should definitely go again. Skeggs Pt. anyone?????

Terence

[zookrider98]

Here be mine.....

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1180209-laguna_04.jpg

[Hooli]

Mine lives in the kitchen. :teeth

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1180339-bike.jpg

[OtisManly]

I ride let me know, when and where.....

[WickedWahine]

I think we're going to try to do Coyote Hills (http://mtb.live.com/rides/CoyoteHills.html) next week after work.

Anyone interested?

We are shooting for Wednesday evening (8/4) around 7PM.

Great trails for newer and rusty riders :) Nothing technical, just good exercise.

I'm still trying to figure out the best way of notifying everyone of rides. The PM route works, but tends to be a bit time consuming having to click on each individual person...

Would you guys object to giving me your email addys so I can send out the invites that way? I promise I won't spam you :angel

Let me know!

[Dragon]

Originally posted by zookrider98
Here be mine.....

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1180209-laguna_04.jpg

The Zaskar is a great frame----

het those spinners on your SUV in the background?

[Sidewalk]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
I think we're going to try to do Coyote Hills (http://mtb.live.com/rides/CoyoteHills.html) next week after work. I am expecting to work late, but I will try.

[ScorpioVI]

Weird, I just re-inflated the tires on my Hard Rock last week after like a year of no-riding. Then I see this thread. I dunno about group rides though since the 10-mile flat-land ride I did to and from Snellbucks last week just about did me in.

:laughing

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by ScorpioVI
Weird, I just re-inflated the tires on my Hard Rock last week after like a year of no-riding. Then I see this thread. I dunno about group rides though since the 10-mile flat-land ride I did to and from Snellbucks last week just about did me in.

:laughing

Awwwww...come on.

I'm not a strong climber either. I need more "slow and steady" people to keep me company when I ride with the likes of MrCrash and Teapotter!

It's fun!

[xls]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
We had a great ride today!

I met up with Teapotter (Terrence), MrCrash (Mike), and Chainlash (Devin) today at China Camp. Terrence and Mike were much stronger climbers with Devin following closely behind and me "sweeping" ;) (I really just wanted to check out everyones ass! :teeth).

We decided to make the climb all the way to the top today after much coaxing from Teapotter and MrCrash. It was a pretty tough climb on the last leg (at least to some of us :)) but we eventually made it to the top.

The reward was the fun rolling downhill single track. Teapotter and MrCrash took a couple of more technical sections while Chainlash and I stuck to the less technical sections. I'm glad I had Devin there to ride with, otherwise those guys would have left me in the dust!

Great ride today...can't wait to do it again.

Damn, I so could have made it. Instead I bummed around the house almost the whole day (spent 1.5 hours on the phone with family and felt completely drained of all energey afterwards). Peeled myself of the couch around 4pm and went riding the Fizzy. Took the long route up to Alice's.
Wasn't too bad, but completely anti-social. I think after the phonecall I didn't talk to any other person the whole day :(
Looks like I'll be missing the next ride as well.... It's very difficult for me to go during the week.

[WickedWahine]

Don't worry, we'll go again on a weekend.

This weekend is out since I'll be heading to WillowSprings.

The following weekend is AFM (8/7-8/8). Maybe Saturday of that weekend since the races are Sunday...

I will let you know :)

[zookrider98]

Originally posted by Dragon
The Zaskar is a great frame----

het those spinners on your SUV in the background?

I love the Zaskar frame's also, this is my 2nd one.

Not spinners, just regular 20's

[Wolf]

Hey, on the email list, have it so that you always include some sort of header in the subject line so you know it's from the list. Like "Subject: [BARF MTB] insert title here...."

[Devin]

I'm hitting up downieville this weekend...ill let you all know how it goes =).

[Dragon]

Originally posted by Devin
I'm hitting up downieville this weekend...ill let you all know how it goes =).

You'll love it!:cool

[tepotter]

Originally posted by Devin
I'm hitting up downieville this weekend...ill let you all know how it goes =).

Of course you are not shuttling up to the top, right?;)

[Dragon]

For those of you who have never been there:

-------->>>Video<<<------------- (http://www.hanskellner.com/videos/2002/09/DownievilleButcherRanch2.wmv)

[Hyperlite]

Originally posted by ScorpioVI
Weird, I just re-inflated the tires on my Hard Rock last week after like a year of no-riding. Then I see this thread. I dunno about group rides though since the 10-mile flat-land ride I did to and from Snellbucks last week just about did me in.

:laughing

you should try riding the coyote bike path some time. It's flat and is about 15 or so miles round trip. The trick is to get started earlier in the day so you don't catch a head wind on the way back. Nothing like struggling to go downhill because of a strong wind :teeth

[Sidewalk]

Originally posted by Dragon
For those of you who have never been there:

-------->>>Video<<<------------- (http://www.hanskellner.com/videos/2002/09/DownievilleButcherRanch2.wmv) Bad link

[solarcarkid]

Definitely down. I've been spending too much time as a roadie--in fact, I've got a bike race this Sunday so I won't be able to make it to China Camp. Keep us all posted for future rides as well.

[ScorpioVI]

Originally posted by Hyperlite
you should try riding the coyote bike path some time. It's flat and is about 15 or so miles round trip. The trick is to get started earlier in the day so you don't catch a head wind on the way back. Nothing like struggling to go downhill because of a strong wind :teeth



I used to do it all the time. Even made it out to Morgan Hill and back one day. But the trail is full of those little fuckin thorns that keep deflating my tires.

:mad :mad :mad

[Dragon]

Originally posted by ScorpioVI
I used to do it all the time. Even made it out to Morgan Hill and back one day. But the trail is full of those little fuckin thorns that keep deflating my tires.

:mad :mad :mad

Goatheads or star-thistle? :laughing been there done that!

[Sidewalk]

Originally posted by ScorpioVI
I used to do it all the time. Even made it out to Morgan Hill and back one day. But the trail is full of those little fuckin thorns that keep deflating my tires.

:mad :mad :mad I haven't had a flat tire on a bike since I started using those plastic tire liners in 1995 :laughing

They are like $5, and are a thin plastic that you put between the tire and the tube on the inside. It doesn't effect the tire at all since it is so thin, but thorns can't go in it.

[MassiveAttack]

heh... interesting... can you post a map and outline the trail?

[Wolf]

9/10 chance I'm gonna be picking this up Saturday morning.

http://www.craigslist.org/sby/bik/37060927.html
http://a.im.craigslist.org/DK/ql/Fxl4QOF26It7ATWV356A7bTGjoY2.jpg

Gonna be my first non-motorized bike in about 10 years. :teeth

[RydTher]

since there seems to be a number of knowledgable riders here, can anyone recommend a decent shop in Santa Cruz or San Jose area?

Been looking into getting a new bike for awhile now, (I really need to exercise more :p ) and am leaning towards a single speed mountain bike.
I hate shifting, and hardly ever shifted on my last bike. Want something strong, clydesdale strong, and reasonably priced.

thanks

[squidhunter]

Bill,
Check out Crossroads in Las Gatos. Their address is 2170 N. Santa Cruz Ave. Very good shop, high end bike, and the mechanic is a fellow rider.
The other good shop is Trailhead in the camden Plaza, right there at Camden and Union. Nothing but mountain bikes in that on, but a wider selection and price range.

[Sidewalk]

Originally posted by B12Bill
since there seems to be a number of knowledgable riders here, can anyone recommend a decent shop in Santa Cruz or San Jose area?

Been looking into getting a new bike for awhile now, (I really need to exercise more :p ) and am leaning towards a single speed mountain bike.
I hate shifting, and hardly ever shifted on my last bike. Want something strong, clydesdale strong, and reasonably priced.

thanks Ever consider buying a super cheap bike (K-mart style) to make sure you will really get into it? It would suck to pay several hundred (or even a grand) for a bike that never gets used.

[DVS DEA]

I rode joaquin miller on thursday and I had a blast, even though I had to walk the bike up on some of the trails it was hell of fun coming down hill, We took the sinwalk trail/loop and went from there. I did bite it when I was going down a steep ass hill w/ lots of rocks and logs. but well wroth it, planing on conqouring that hill the next time i go :) Big :thumbup for joaquin miller park

[MrCrash]

Originally posted by DVS DEA
I rode joaquin miller on thursday and I had a blast, even though I had to walk the bike up on some of the trails it was hell of fun coming down hill, We took the sinwalk trail/loop and went from there. I did bite it when I was going down a steep ass hill w/ lots of rocks and logs. but well wroth it, planing on conqouring that hill the next time i go :) Big :thumbup for joaquin miller park

Sinawik sent me to the hospital for stitches a couple of years back. Did you guys do Cinderella or Chaparral?

If you're speaking of the hill on the climb out - yeah, that hill is a bitch. Short, but tough. Especially tricky making it over that log. On my old bike (that was recently stolen), I was successful only about 30% of the time.

When's the next time you're planning on going?

- Mike

[zookrider98]

Originally posted by B12Bill
since there seems to be a number of knowledgable riders here, can anyone recommend a decent shop in Santa Cruz or San Jose area?

Been looking into getting a new bike for awhile now, (I really need to exercise more :p ) and am leaning towards a single speed mountain bike.
I hate shifting, and hardly ever shifted on my last bike. Want something strong, clydesdale strong, and reasonably priced.

thanks

I 2nd Sun bike shop in Milpitas. I know the owners pretty well and they are great. They won't BS you around and try selling you the most expensive thing in the shop. Service is A+++ also.

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by zookrider98
I 2nd Sun bike shop in Milpitas. I know the owners pretty well and they are great. They won't BS you around and try selling you the most expensive thing in the shop. Service is A+++ also.

Sun Bike shop is a great shop! The two bikes I poosted for sale were purchased from there about 2 weeks ago.

**Not too mention that the bike(s) can still be serviced for free for another month!

[tepotter]

Hey y'all,

I rode Henry Coe. State Park on Saturday, and all I have to say is WOW. Had one of the best single track descents in a while there. And the road rash on my knee shows it!! Seriously, I think that is a great place to ride. Check it out...

[WickedWahine]

Isn't Coe the park they say you can get seriously lost in?

Was it hot there?

[Frodog]

I'd used to love mountain biking about 12 years ago. I just bought a bike last christmas and rode it maybe 4 or 5 times since. I would love to join but you guys gonna have to take it easy on me. Last time I hit the trail about 2 months ago. I live in Fairfield, if there is anyone here interested on starting again, we can hit Rockville park to start and work our way up. It's a little hill but a lot of single trails.

[tepotter]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Isn't Coe the park they say you can get seriously lost in?

Was it hot there?

I suppose you could, but park hdqtrs has maps, and we definitely used it. Luckily, it was not hot at all, but I understand it can be very. This was definitely a punishing day of riding, but I wouldn't have it any other way :)

Did you go last Wed??

[Dragon]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
http://www.jleong.com/rock8.JPG


Can you imagine if Microsoft designed bikes???






Press ctrl-alt-del to stop and go...

[ksaintg]

Originally posted by Sidewalk
Ever consider buying a super cheap bike (K-mart style) to make sure you will really get into it? It would suck to pay several hundred (or even a grand) for a bike that never gets used.

Ouch... that's a great way to ensure you'll hate mountain biking. Hmm... what's a good analogy.. pentium 4 computer is to quality MTB as 386 computer is to dept. store bike. sure, it'll roll around and will be easier than walking, but the quality will definitely not be there, you'll try to repair unrepairable components, and the store you bought it from won't be able to tell you the head tube from the chain stay.

Want cheap? Buy used. From a reputable bike shop if possible.

[RydTher]

Originally posted by Dragon
Can you imagine if Microsoft designed bikes???






Press ctrl-alt-del to stop and go...

I would be more concerned about random crashes :laughing

[Dragon]

Originally posted by B12Bill
I would be more concerned about random crashes :laughing

I was just riding along and wham! all I saw was a blue screen that said "STOP=" :laughing

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by tepotter
I suppose you could, but park hdqtrs has maps, and we definitely used it. Luckily, it was not hot at all, but I understand it can be very. This was definitely a punishing day of riding, but I wouldn't have it any other way :)

Did you go last Wed??

We're supposed to go this Wednesday. Too bad you can't make it...I look forward to you punishing me on the climbs ;)

[ScorpioVI]

Originally posted by Dragon
Goatheads or star-thistle? :laughing been there done that!


I don't know what it's called. But it's just one thorn that looks like a rhino horn. I once found 5 of them stuck in my tire after a ride. Even stepped on one of the damn things barefoot when I got careless about pulling them out of my tires, lol.

[Wolf]

What's a good place to get a general inspection/adjustment done?
I just bought new brakes for my bike, but I can't seem to get them adjusted properly.

[jroymcd]

Originally posted by Wolf
What's a good place to get a general inspection/adjustment done?
I just bought new brakes for my bike, but I can't seem to get them adjusted properly.
sun in milpitas is a good shop

[tepotter]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
We're supposed to go this Wednesday. Too bad you can't make it...I look forward to you punishing me on the climbs ;)

Are people around next weekend? Should another ride be planned?

[Wolf]

Originally posted by jroymcd
sun in milpitas is a good shop :laughing Ok. I just was there buying the brakes.

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by tepotter
Are people around next weekend? Should another ride be planned?

I'm in for a weekend, early in the morning...

or afternoon.

[jroymcd]

Originally posted by Wolf
:laughing Ok. I just was there buying the brakes.

i also got a buudy in fremont that is one of the best mtb bike mech. around. he no longer works in the bike industry but, does side work in his garage. he now bulids custom choppers

[tepotter]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
I'm in for a weekend, early in the morning...

or afternoon.

Ok, I wouldn't mind hitting Skeggs. Lets see how many people wanna go. And yes, Christy, you are going unless you are not available (i.e. it is not too hard for you) :)

For the Skeggs Pt. uninitiated, it is the forest preserve on the west side of skyline blvd between Alice's and 92. Good stuff.

[Hooli]

Originally posted by Dragon
Can you imagine if Microsoft designed bikes???


Would that mean it would need a new patch every month? Bwahahaha-hee (I'm so clever!)

[Dragon]

Originally posted by Hooli
Would that mean it would need a new patch every month? Bwahahaha-hee (I'm so clever!)

Yes- and it has to be patched before you ride- otherwise you could be vulnerable... :laughing

[WickedWahine]

:cry

Hey guys, I'm not going to be able to do the Coyote Hills ride for tomorrow evening.

I suck...

I'll send out an email.

Anyone up for possible mountian biking in Auburn on Friday?

[zookrider98]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
:cry

Hey guys, I'm not going to be able to do the Coyote Hills ride for tomorrow evening.

I suck...

I'll send out an email.

Anyone up for possible mountian biking in Auburn on Friday?

You suck!!:p

[Hooli]

Yes, she does. And very well might I add! :laughing

[davidholcomb]

mtn. biking is the main reason I don't motorcycle more . or is it the other way around?

scheduling an outing is the toughtest part for me but let's try wicked. i know many of the east bay and marin trails, including china camp. i've been riding and racing (strictly amateur) for 15 years. there are lots of bikers who both pedal and twist the throttle. i would love to ride with and mentor any of you at any level so long as you are committed to some preparation and effort. like motorcycling, riding a bicycle can change your life.

how did the china camp ride go this weekend?

davidholcomb

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1197009-cool_dudes_002.jpg

[Frodog]

I would like to go for a ride, but do I have to wear those tight spandex?

[davidholcomb]

frogdog: how much you want to chap your ass and your other tenders is entirely up to you. and getting your crotch hung up when mounting or dismounting can be fun!

the fruity bike shorts are pure function and utterly optional.

[Dragon]

Originally posted by Frodog
I would like to go for a ride, but do I have to wear those tight spandex?

Yes- or the gear nazi's around here wil chime up :laughing

[DVS DEA]

they make mountain shorts w/ padding, very good investment and they make my Nutz feel good :smile :teeeth

[kubs]

i haven't ridden my bike in about a year but i'd go on some barf rides. singletrack it great. i like to get all the climbing out of the way early so its all downhill. sucks to have a great pace interrupted by some uphill pedaling...

[WickedWahine]

davidholcomb: Thanks for the offer! I'll def. be hitting you up for some scholarly advice and tips!




I would like to go for a ride, but do I have to wear those tight spandex?
I require all the men I ride with to wear spandex...strictly for saftey, of course! ;)


Anyone up for China Camp Sunday, late afternoon? Thinking of going after the AFM races...I'll send out an email

[tepotter]

Originally posted by DVS DEA
they make mountain shorts w/ padding, very good investment and they make my Nutz feel good :smile :teeeth

Agreed. I wear the baggies, but they have spandex inside. I am not into the encased bananna look either..
:thumbup

[Devin]

Here is just two pics from downieville this weekend...awesome trail but man i might rent a bike next time...it was rough as hell even on my enduro...beat me up =).

My brother got a flat here...thats my bright yellow bike chillen.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1199708-img_0543.jpg

[Devin]

Other friend Josh that went with us goen down the trail.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1199709-img_0546.jpg

[ChainLash]

I usually just go commando with baggy shorts, so the boyz can dangle and breathe. Otherwise they get sweaty and salty. :shhh

[tepotter]

Originally posted by Chainlash
I usually just go commando with baggy shorts, so the boyz can dangle and breathe. Otherwise they get sweaty and salty. :shhh :barf

[MassiveAttack]

so whats up with the ride this weekend at skeggs? doing china camp this weekend... but open to ride saturday.

teapotter??

[JnglstTICAL]

Massive, arent you racing this weekend?

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by JnglstTICAL
Massive, arent you racing this weekend?

Finances this month and (GF) are killing me. Skipping this one.

[JnglstTICAL]

um, u skipped the last one!! :|

[WickedWahine]

I sent out an email to everyone on my list.

In case I missed you, next ride is planned for this coming Sunday after the AFM races.

Time: 6:30PM
Place:China Camp

Let me know if you are going so we don't leave without you if you show up late! ;)

[tepotter]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
so whats up with the ride this weekend at skeggs? doing china camp this weekend... but open to ride saturday.

teapotter??

Wellllllll, you are the only one who has *truly* shown interest. Lets see who else pipes up. I am definitely riding, but I am not sure exactly when/where....

[Sidewalk]

I will be working Sunday

[Frodog]

What's China Camp compare to Mt. Tam? Anyone here rode both trails?

[MAXX LEAN]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
I sent out an email to everyone on my list.





Thanks for the e-mail. I wont be able to make it this weekend.:x You guys have fun:teeth

[Wolf]

Holy Crap!!!! :wow :wow First time out mountain biking today, and I saw a freakin mountain lion!!!!!
Was going down a trail off Skyline (parking lot where that "City of Palo Alto" sign is, but on the Santa Cruz side, about 1 mile down that trail).

Came around a corner, and about 50ft ahead of me, I see this large tan cat jump off the trail and into the brush. :wow
Was probably about 3.5-4ft long, and only saw it for a second. But it was enough to start me pedaling the other way pretty quick. :blush

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by Wolf
Holy Crap!!!! :wow :wow First time out mountain biking today, and I saw a freakin mountain lion!!!!!
Was going down a trail off Skyline (parking lot where that "City of Palo Alto" sign is, but on the Santa Cruz side, about 1 mile down that trail).

Came around a corner, and about 50ft ahead of me, I see this large tan cat jump off the trail and into the brush. :wow
Was probably about 3.5-4ft long, and only saw it for a second. But it was enough to start me pedaling the other way pretty quick. :blush

HAHAHA same thing happened to me in Palo Alto. Shits kind of creppy huh?

How big was the lion you saw... usually if they're small they're not much danger to you. probably more afraid of you. but if you ever see one this big... get ready to fight.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1205188-bigmofolion_1_.jpg

[Wolf]

:wow Nah, not that big. Maybe 4ft long at the most. Went to the CDF station and reported it.

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
HAHAHA same thing happened to me in Palo Alto. Shits kind of creppy huh?
http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1205188-bigmofolion_1_.jpg

OMG that thing is huge!!!!!

Check out this bear I saw at Northstar!

http://www.mrcrash.com/ww/images/bear.JPG

[tepotter]

Originally posted by Frodog
What's China Camp compare to Mt. Tam? Anyone here rode both trails?

I don't think I have ridden all of the trails on Tam, but the ones I have have pretty much been fire roads. China Camp if more single track. Easier climbs though......

[yoda]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
OMG that thing is huge!!!!!

Check out this bear I saw at Northstar!

http://www.mrcrash.com/ww/images/bear.JPG

OK...NOW you're going WAY TOO FAR! I can understand leghumping BARF Animals BUT a Wooden BEAR named HOWDY?!:wtf :rant :x

[ChainLash]

Originally posted by yoda
OK...NOW you're going WAY TOO FAR! I can understand leghumping BARF Animals BUT a Wooden BEAR named HOWDY?!:wtf :rant :x

:laughing I think HOWDY is the old fashioned way of saying "how YOU doin'?"

[Dragon]

Ya guys should know- riding w/ hamburgers marinated in catnip in your camelback can be bad idea-

I'd rather deal witha kitty than a pissed off boar..

[WickedWahine]

Hi guys!

Just a quick reminder that a few of us are meeting up this evening around 6:30 to do a loop of China Camp. Come on out if you're interested!

Directions from SF on 101
Exit N. San Pedro and take the first right hand ramp
Follow road for several miles until you see the China Camp sign
Park near the entrance to the camp grounds (look for the guard booth)

If you get lost, call me
Cell (415)652-3930

Link to map: http://www.parks.ca.gov/lat_long_map/area_maps.asp?lvl_id=103&zoom=3

[Frodog]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Hi guys!

Just a quick reminder that a few of us are meeting up this evening around 6:30 to do a loop of China Camp. Come on out if you're interested!

Directions from SF on 101
Exit N. San Pedro and take the first right hand ramp
Follow road for several miles until you see the China Camp sign
Park near the entrance to the camp grounds (look for the guard booth)

If you get lost, call me
Cell (415)652-3930

Link to map: http://www.parks.ca.gov/lat_long_map/area_maps.asp?lvl_id=103&zoom=3


How was the ride?

[ChainLash]

Originally posted by Frodog
How was the ride?

It was effortless! :shhh

[JnglstTICAL]

Originally posted by WickedWahine


http://www.mrcrash.com/ww/images/bear.JPG

:boobies

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
I won't let the secret out of the bag for the folks who haven't experienced China Camp...

But it's definitely worth the drive to Marin.


Great ride! I had a blast and I think MassiveAttack is now addicted to China Camp =)

[Hooli]

That bear looks like, hella' happy. I wonder why? :p

Originally posted by WickedWahine
OMG that thing is huge!!!!!

Check out this bear I saw at Northstar!

http://www.mrcrash.com/ww/images/bear.JPG

[WickedWahine]

Hey guys...

If anyone is looking to buy a bike stand, there's one for sale in the "grab bag" section.

Bike Stand For Sale (http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=85002)

R6_Ryda asked if I could mention it to you guys...

;)

[Mortifer]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Great ride! I had a blast and I think MassiveAttack is now addicted to China Camp =)

pics???

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by Mortifer
pics???

No pics this time around.

I think we should hook up the helmet cam for the singletrack downhill next time...maybe more people would show up ;)

[xls]

Is anyone up for an after work ride tomorrow evening? Coyote Hills or maybe Stevens Canyon? Meet around 6ish? Bueller?

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by xls
Is anyone up for an after work ride tomorrow evening? Coyote Hills or maybe Stevens Canyon? Meet around 6ish? Bueller?

What Time?


I'm in for a ride..

[xls]

I'd say let's meet around 6 (traffic will be a bitch, so I might be a little late). I've never been to Coyote Hills. I work near Great America Park in Santa Clara so I think both, it and Stevens Canyon will take me about 30 minutes to get to. Which one would work for you?

Btw, haven't been riding regularly lately so I hope you don't mind waiting every now and then. :)

[MassiveAttack]

If you work in Santa Clara- Lets hit Saratoga Gap... Coyote hills will be too far fo drive for both you and me.

Anyone got any recomendations for some trails between Palo alto and Santa Clara..

PM me details

[WickedWahine]

Anyone down to ride Soquel Demo this Saturday (8/14)?

Can anyone recommend a good spot to meet up in San Jose?

I think around 9:30AM would be a good time to meet and we can caravan over to Soquel.

I'll be sending out an email, just thought I would give a heads up here first :)

[MassiveAttack]

Here!

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by xls
Is anyone up for an after work ride tomorrow evening? Coyote Hills or maybe Stevens Canyon? Meet around 6ish? Bueller?

Oh yeah, I'll be heading out to China Camp tonight around 6:30ish with a couple of peeps.

MassiveAttack...I know you wanna go! :D

Anyone else down to ride tonight at China Camp? Send me a PM...

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Oh yeah, I'll be heading out to China Camp tonight around 6:30ish with a couple of peeps.

MassiveAttack...I know you wanna go! :D

Anyone else down to ride tonight at China Camp? Send me a PM...
:teeth :teeth :teeth I want to sooo bad....


But by the time I get off work, get my shit and commute from San Jose to Marin, (fighting traffic)... it'll be night fall.:cry :cry :cry

*anyone who hasn't been there... is missing out!

[Frodog]

Love to try China Camp, but it is a short notice. WW, next time give me a day advance so I can drive to work and bring my bike. Have fun tonight.

[MrCrash]

Frodog, I see you're out in Fairfield. Do you ride @ Rockville much?

[Frodog]

Originally posted by MrCrash907
Frodog, I see you're out in Fairfield. Do you ride @ Rockville much?

Yeah, we try to ride there once or twice a week. It's actually the only place we ride right now (LOL) because it's only 10 min from us. Let me know if you're interested on joining us. I am going to make it to China Camp one of this days. Hopefully WW give me more warning in advance....

Btw, for those who went, how was the ride last night?

[be983]

I will hit up china camp with you quys.

[Frodog]

Originally posted by be983
I will hit up china camp with you quys.


If you do decide to hit China Camp on the weekend, stop by in Fairfield and come get me. Maybe we can carpool.:teeth

[WickedWahine]

We had an awesome ride at Soquel today!

MrCrash907, MassiveAttack & JnglstTICAL...thanks for a great day!

I'll post pics up later

We're hoping to go next Saturday if anyone else is interested :)

[HansK]

Use this link instead of the one posted earlier for the Downieville videos:

Downieville MTB Videos (http://www.hanskellner.com/videos/cycling.html)

Scroll down a bit. The 3rd and 4th of the Downieville videos has the faster better single-track.

Cheers!

[WickedWahine]

I went to Soquel on Saturday with MassiveAttack, MrCrash907 and JnglstTICAL.

We had so much fun in the "Disneyland for mountain bikes"

well, most of us did ;)

MassiveAttack (Jeff), MrCrash907 (Mike) and JnglstTICAL (Calvin) getting ready to take on Soquel.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1221957-soquel.jpg

[WickedWahine]

Calvin was our only casualty...what BARF ride would be complete without someone crashing?

:twofinger

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1221962-calvin.jpg

[WickedWahine]

Here's where Calvin fell...we think maybe it was cold tires or something.... :teeth

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1221969-chute.jpg

[WickedWahine]

MassiveAttack had to stop for a cigarette (!!)

MrCrash907 is warning him that if he burns down the best mountain biking spot in Northern California, there will be hell to pay.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1221983-jeff.jpg

[WickedWahine]

Braille trail was so much fun. The jumps and teetertotters were crazy!

I think we're going to try to make it out there next weekend if anyone wants to go.

Good times!

[Sidewalk]

I really need to find my way out to some trails.

[Frodog]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Braille trail was so much fun. The jumps and teetertotters were crazy!

I think we're going to try to make it out there next weekend if anyone wants to go.

Good times!

Is Braille trail in Soquel? Where is this place? If it is not that far, we may hook up for next weekend.

[Frodog]

Originally posted by MackeyStingray
massive looks like a big dork. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v22/stingray/Smiley/tool.gif :twofinger how do you try to get a workout while stopping for cigs in between? http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v22/stingray/Smiley/lame.gif

hmm...i would say mtn. biking's more dangerous but can't say that after my dad had a nice getoff this afternoon in marin on his rd. bike. :|

That is so funny. One of my friend that I ride with also smoke after riding. Did I mentioned that he is a freaking REGISTERED NURSE in TRAUMA CENTER!!!!!:laughing GO FIGURE.

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by Frodog
Is Braille trail in Soquel? Where is this place? If it is not that far, we may hook up for next weekend.

Yes, Braille is in Soquel, which is in the Santa Cruz mountains off of 17. That would be quite a drive for you, but I think you would find the drive well worth it (if you love doing downhill).

The climb in is about 5 miles and the climb out is about 2.5 with about 5 miles of downhill in between.

There are log jumps and teetertotters all along the trail. SO MUCH FUN!!

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by MackeyStingray


hmm...i would say mtn. biking's more dangerous but can't say that after my dad had a nice getoff this afternoon in marin on his rd. bike. :|

I think riding a bicycle on a road inhabited by automobiles is asking for it. They barely see us when we're on our motorcycles... I'm not that brave :(

[Frodog]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Yes, Braille is in Soquel, which is in the Santa Cruz mountains off of 17. That would be quite a drive for you, but I think you would find the drive well worth it (if you love doing downhill).

The climb in is about 5 miles and the climb out is about 2.5 with about 5 miles of downhill in between.

There are log jumps and teetertotters all along the trail. SO MUCH FUN!!

HOLY SMOKE!!!! SANTE CRUZ!!!! That is far for Mt Biking.

[slooowr6]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
I went to Soquel on Saturday with MassiveAttack, MrCrash907 and JnglstTICAL.

We had so much fun in the "Disneyland for mountain bikes"

well, most of us did ;)

MassiveAttack (Jeff), MrCrash907 (Mike) and JnglstTICAL (Calvin) getting ready to take on Soquel.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1221957-soquel.jpg

We saw you guys, it's pretty cool that you took Braille going down. Don't have the courage to take Braille yet. :blush

Alex

[squidhunter]

I was the dork coming off the trails just when you guys showed up. That was my first time there at the Demo Forest, and it definatly wont be the last. Just dont try to climb the Braille Trail like I did, that trail kicked my ass in a whole new special kinda way....

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by squidhunter
I was the dork coming off the trails just when you guys showed up. That was my first time there at the Demo Forest, and it definatly wont be the last. Just dont try to climb the Braille Trail like I did, that trail kicked my ass in a whole new special kinda way....

I can't belive you climbed it!!

It's waaaaaaaaay more fun coming down :D

[squidhunter]

Ok....maybe climbed is the wrong way to describe it. :shhh
The last part was waaaaaaaaay too steep and technical for me to climb. So I had to walk it:cry
If you are ever in the need for a good dose of humility, try climbing the Braille.:laughing

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by squidhunter

If you are ever in the need for a good dose of humility, try climbing the Braille.:laughing

I get a good dose of humility everytime I climb :(

I'm sloooooow :cry

[JnglstTICAL]

yeah, its pretty cool rolling down the trail too...you guys should try it... :|

[Butch]

my gad, this turned into a long thread...

I'm up to ride with you guys. I've been riding a couple times a week lately... Skeggs yesterday.

SDF rules!

gmeyner@trane.com

[Frodog]

Is there a ride tomorrow? China Camp maybe?

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by Butch
my gad, this turned into a long thread...

I'm up to ride with you guys. I've been riding a couple times a week lately... Skeggs yesterday.

SDF rules!

gmeyner@trane.com

I added you to my email list :)

[Blueboomer]

When is the next ride? I just got my old school Marin back from a friend and would be interested in doing a ride.

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by Veefer
When is the next ride? I just got my old school Marin back from a friend and would be interested in doing a ride.

There's a good possibility we might ride this weekend...Soquel or China Camp.

Did you want me to add you to our mountian biking list? I'll need your email addy if you do...

I usually send out emails about upcoming rides and post em up here as well.

[Blueboomer]

PM sent with my email address. Soquel and China Camp are in the North Bay?

[Wolf]

Holy crap, that Saratoga Gap trail (the one across from 4-corners) is sweet. Lots of obsticles 'n' stuff.

[MrCrash]

Veefer: Soquel Demo is about 10 miles South on the Summit Road exit, off of Highway 17

Wolf: I used to ride Saratoga Gap and Skeggs / El Corte de Madera on Highway 35. After going to Soquel, I've been to El Corte like twice. The fun factor is just way higher at Soquel.

[mtnbkr1]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Braille trail was so much fun. The jumps and teetertotters were crazy!

I think we're going to try to make it out there next weekend if anyone wants to go.

Good times!

If you are still going to Soquel, I'm in. Couldn't make it last week though, but I did get a ride in at Poqonip (just around the corner from the Demo forest)

[rsrai]

i just got back from a mtn bike ride in old almaden, met at 5:30 were done by 6:45. 45 mins of uphill, 5 of downhill. i made it up though after about a 6 yr hiatus.

for those that have been there it is off of old almaden rd, the quicksilver park entrance right across the street from La Foret. I think its called the Mine trail. its beautiful above the fog line that early in the am.

[MrCrash]

Anyone up for Soquel again this Saturday?

I'm thinking we should meet somewhere in San Jose / Los Gatos around 9-10 AM.

[tepotter]

Hey Mike, I can't ride this weekend, but I am definitely up for next weekend. I would like to check this place out, have never been...

[MrCrash]

Hey Terence,

Soquel is the bomb! I'd rate the climb somewhere between China Camp and Skeggs, while the downhill and singletrack is some of the best around.

I know China Camp was a little on the basic side for you - you should hit the singletrack on the backside of the hill with me sometime! The climb out is a lot more work, with rolling singletrack that's about 1/2 to 1/3 as narrow as what's on the front side.

Lemme know,

Mike

[WickedWahine]

Would anyone like to hit Soquel this weekend (8/21)?

Meeting time: 9AM at the Summit Store on Summit Rd. (24197 Summit Rd.) We should leave there no later than 9:30

Directions from Hwy 17 South:
Exit Summit Rd.
this will loop back over the freeway and come to a "T"
Make a left at the "T", which will be Summit road
Summit Store is about 5 miles down on the left hand side.


Who wants to go?

[943GSXR]

I was thinking about getting a specialized bighit. Anyone here have one or know if it is a good bike? TIA

[Frodog]

How far is Soquel from Wilder Ranch Park? Wish I or we could go. It's just way too far from us.

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by Frodog
How far is Soquel from Wilder Ranch Park? Wish I or we could go. It's just way too far from us.

How about a China Camp ride on Sunday?

[MassiveAttack]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
MassiveAttack had to stop for a cigarette (!!)

MrCrash907 is warning him that if he burns down the best mountain biking spot in Northern California, there will be hell to pay.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/082/426/1221983-jeff.jpg

Man I wish I can go to this weekends ride. Those of you who are going are in for a treat. MrCrash and WW throw a great ride.

*even made time for me to take a break.:smoking :p

[Frodog]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
How about a China Camp ride on Sunday?

China Camp on Sunday is doable. What time?

[MassiveAttack]

PM sent.

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
Man I wish I can go to this weekends ride. Those of you who are going are in for a treat. MrCrash and WW throw a great ride.

*even made time for me to take a break.:smoking :p
If I'm not broken, bruised and bleeding from Soquel on Saturday, I think I'll join you for China Camp Sunday.

What time are you thinking of going?

Too bad you can't make it Sunday...Smokey the Bear, however, is relieved ;)

[WickedWahine]

Originally posted by 943GSXR
I was thinking about getting a specialized bighit. Anyone here have one or know if it is a good bike? TIA

Check out mtbreview.com for reviews on this bike. (http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/2004_full_suspension/product_123214.shtml)

[Butch]

bump

see yall tommarra!

[mtnbkr1]

C yall then

[Frodog]

Anyone up for Mt. Tam tomorrow morning?

[Frodog]

Massive Attack,

I got your PM. Can I call you tomorrow afternoon and let you know? One of buddy that I ride with is picking up an ugly 999S tomorrow after Mt. Tam. ride, so he's probably want's to go for a motorcycle Sunday ride.

[gsxrstein]

Originally posted by WickedWahine
Would anyone like to hit Soquel this weekend (8/21)?

Meeting time: 9AM at the Summit Store on Summit Rd. (24197 Summit Rd.) We should leave there no later than 9:30

Directions from Hwy 17 South:
Exit Summit Rd.
this will loop back over the freeway and come to a "T"
Make a left at the "T", which will be Summit road
Summit Store is about 5 miles down on the left hand side.


Who wants to go?

I want to check that trail out, but my sat is booked.:x

I hope you guys go back out there next week.:teeth

[Wolf]

Anyone know some good foresty trails? I'm looking for a single track, mostly level, through the redwoods. Remote, if possible (ie: not going through campgrounds,etc)

I've read the reviews on mtbr, but they don't give very good descriptions of the locations..

[tepotter]

Originally posted by Wolf
Anyone know some good foresty trails? I'm looking for a single track, mostly level, through the redwoods. Remote, if possible (ie: not going through campgrounds,etc)

I've read the reviews on mtbr, but they don't give very good descriptions of the locations..

Most of the trails in skeggs point are in the woods

[tepotter]

Originally posted by Frodog
Anyone up for Mt. Tam tomorrow morning?

If I didn't have to be on call for work, I would join you. I like that ride, and there is a nice decent off the main railroad grade fireroad, I also ride that sometimes at night. Do you have a bike light?

[Frodog]

Originally posted by Wolf
Anyone know some good foresty trails? I'm looking for a single track, mostly level, through the redwoods. Remote, if possible (ie: not going through campgrounds,etc)

I've read the reviews on mtbr, but they don't give very good descriptions of the locations..

Rockville Park in Rockville CA is one of the best single trail for me. From biginner to very technical trail. Although I haven't really been anywhere else, so what do I know.:teeth

[Wolf]

Yeah, I rode Skaggs about a week ago. Anything lower? Like valley floor stuff? Anything good near big basin/236?

[JnglstTICAL]

im out for this weekend guys, my arm is pretty jacked...

[MrCrash]

Originally posted by Wolf
Anyone know some good foresty trails? I'm looking for a single track, mostly level, through the redwoods. Remote, if possible (ie: not going through campgrounds,etc)
The "mostly level" bit rules out Skeggs. Lots of climbing.

The front side of China Camp starts with a gradual two-mile climb, that leads to several miles of rolling singletrack. In fact, about 90% of the ride is on singletrack. It's probably your best bet, and is my regular ride when I'm limited on time.

I did the Tamarancho trail out near Fairfax once. Nice rolling singletrack, but the location is nowhere near as accessible as China Camp. It's a bit of a climb to get in there as well.

I hear Wilder Ranch down near Santa Cruz is nice. Hyperlite's old stomping grounds - maybe he can give a better description of it?

[MrCrash]

That was a fun ride today at Soquel. Kind of ironic that I was no more daring this time around, even with the elbow / shin guards.

Has anyone here ridden Montara Mountain in Pacifica before? It's the only place outside of Northstar the downhillers seem to ride in these parts. I know where it is, and am familiar with the fireroad up - but I'm looking in particular for the trails called "Boy Scout" and "The Crack".

Also, if anyone knows where "Side O" is in the Berkeley hills, I'd love to get directions so that I can check it out sometime :)

[MassiveAttack]

What a shitty ride. My greddy ass was suposed to go to China Camp.. But beacause I woke late I decided to hit Soquel instead. Being my second time there - I had no clue to as which trail to take. No cell phone reception to call up Crash or Whaine either...

So I winged it and ended up taking Ridge Trail all the way down to Saw Pit Trail... *Note for all newbies... DONT TAKE THIS ROUTE... IT SUCKS DONKEY SHIT IF YOU AINT GOT THE SKILLS. I fell 4 times and had to walk down 3 sections. In addition to this... Saw Pit Trail take you to one of the lowest parts of Hinh's Mill Road... which ended up being a total of 5-6 miles back uphill....

Anyhow, the lesson learned today... (1) Plan Ahead and (2) Go with people who know where the hell their going. (I ended up following some HC XC Riders *Big Mistake!)

Only thing I got out of the ride.. was a big whooping and some decent excersice.

*Can't wait to go back. ;-)

[MassiveAttack]

I also made a BIG mistake with the WTB Wierwof tires. Those things slide like hell.

I don't recomend these tires. GOing to try the Mitanos or Michelins.

[OldFatGuy]

So, when are we gonna have a ride for old, fat, slow people? :blush

[JnglstTICAL]

ok, I'll be ready to rolll again this upcoming week!!!

[Butch]

great ride kids!

Highland
Buzzard Lagoon
Secret Squirrel
Ridge
Braille
Hihn's Mill

Next time let's turn around at the bottom and do it backward too!!!

[Butch]

oh, yeah, the pace was totally casual. old fat slow people are welcome. and braille is technical, so old fat slow people are probably amusing.

I know I am...

[Frodog]

Anyone here interested on Easton Cabon Fiber Handlebar? This is the EC90 flat bar. I used it twice and decided to go for the monkey lite sl riser bar. I'll sell it for $50.00.

Here is the link:

http://www.eastonbike.com/COMPONENTS/bar.ec90-xc.html

[Frodog]

Originally posted by MassiveAttack
What a shitty ride. My greddy ass was suposed to go to China Camp.. But beacause I woke late I decided to hit Soquel instead. Being my second time there - I had no clue to as which trail to take. No cell phone reception to call up Crash or Whaine either...

So I winged it and ended up taking Ridge Trail all the way down to Saw Pit Trail... *Note for all newbies... DONT TAKE THIS ROUTE... IT SUCKS DONKEY SHIT IF YOU AINT GOT THE SKILLS. I fell 4 times and had to walk down 3 sections. In addition to this... Saw Pit Trail take you to one of the lowest parts of Hinh's Mill Road... which ended up being a total of 5-6 miles back uphill....

Anyhow, the lesson learned today... (1) Plan Ahead and (2) Go with people who know where the hell their going. (I ended up following some HC XC Riders *Big Mistake!)

Only thing I got out of the ride.. was a big whooping and some decent excersice.

*Can't wait to go back. ;-)


Massive,

Did you get my message? Gave you a call Saturday night for the Sunday ride at China Camp.

[DMc]

are you folks going to china camp on Sunday?
What time and where do you meet up?