Starting Nov, once Diablo's gondola shuts down for winter, I intend to organize semi-regular Saturday trailrides at Elizabeth Furnace, normally Buzzard Rock trail, one of my favorite trails anywhere (the supertech ridgeline hardly anyone rides) and/or Sherman Gap. I have 6"Big Hit and VPfree for this, no XC bike. You can have fun on any MTB on this trail though, as long as you don't mind extended climbs, long descents, lots of rocks, and trialsy/walking unrideable sections. Rides are usually 2.5-4 hrs or 4-5 hrs depending on one or two ascents. Perfect to keep fat old DHers in shape off-season. So if anyone wants to join, watch this space or post up your interest.