[motomike]

Well now that it finally rained some yesterday at the Bird we can get out there and pack everything in really well. Its been super dry out there. The Bird is in a weird spot where it has its own little micro climate... most often it is pouring rain at Grandfather Mtn and Banner Elk but not at the Bird, but beware, there is a race this weekend in the South so be prepared for it!

 

[Mulestar]

Well at least you guys can see I went out to test the waters in true race conditions yesterday.

 

[Mulestar]

Here is a quick upload of the general layout of the salamander slide. I was going fairly slow (riding trail bike) and missed a few lines, but you can get the idea. The track will keep going down the mountain to the right after I stop riding.

http://www.pinkbike.com/video/154763/

Salamander slide...countless booters

 

[untitledsince89]

Salamander slide...countless booters

I could not be more stoked on the amount of air time that'll be had! makes me pretty happy to be racing Am this time

 

[FCLinder]

Sorry to say I will not get to make it up for this event. I was really hoping too. Maybe the next race. I have a Benefit to attend too for one of my best friends….

Hope everyone has fun!!!!

Cecil

 

[milohead]

Missed the first 3 races and I'm super stoked to get there this weekend.
Does anyone know of the best spots to camp? Will be coming in late sat morning.

 

[bizutch]

Missed the first 3 races and I'm super stoked to get there this weekend.
Does anyone know of the best spots to camp? Will be coming in late sat morning.

under your chassis?

 

[milohead]

under your chassis?

Wish my rig was that high, I'd have no problem sleepin underneath the dizel. Just towards the back so it doesn't spit tranny fluid at me.

 

[jekyll991]

I stayed at grandfather mountain last time. It's not too gravel parking lot-y with plenty of trees around etc, plus it's right at the bottom of the ridiculous road that takes you to the track.

I'm really hoping I'll be able to make it, the track looks sick.. Not sure I can really afford to considering I killed almost 2 grand worth of my dad's fish while they were on vacation...

 

[escapeartist]

considering I killed almost 2 grand worth of my dad's fish while they were on vacation...

Thats what your dad gets for spending his $2k on fish. He should thank you and pay your entry fee.

 

[jet]

Man, I was thinking the race was on Saturday. Now I have to figure out what the heck I'm gonna do. Don't really want to get a hotel and I don't have a tent to camp. Crap!

 

[bizutch]

Anybody from Asheville/Black Mtn/Marion wanna split fuel? Eddie is still dealing with a concussion and has to sit this one out.

 

[untitledsince89]

Thats what your dad gets for spending his $2k on fish. He should thank you and pay your entry fee.

the lack of sense this makes, makes it even a better reason to come race

 

[bizutch]

Man, I was thinking the race was on Saturday. Now I have to figure out what the heck I'm gonna do. Don't really want to get a hotel and I don't have a tent to camp. Crap!

there are bunk room style cabins across the street at Grandfather. Use the buddy system there. I just called a minute ago. Campsites $20 for 2 people. Each additional person on site is $5.00 person.

Rustic cabin sleeps 7, 5 bunks, 1 double futon. It's next to the bath house and requires a 2 night stay-$50 night. $100 / 7= $14.30

Even if you don't use the 2nd night, that's a deal for a roof, a bed and bath.

Oh, and Tom, I've got an extra Wal-Mart dome tent. If it rains, just toss a tarp over the top and you're dry.

 

[sstalder5]

The Bird is in a weird spot where it has its own little micro climate... most often it is pouring rain at Grandfather Mtn and Banner Elk but not at the Bird, but beware, there is a race this weekend in the South so be prepared for it!

The past few days its been raining on that stretch of road between banner elk and the bird but not anywhere else..

 

[motomike]

The past few days its been raining on that stretch of road between banner elk and the bird but not anywhere else..

Yes it has, but often it wasn't raining on the other side of the ridge where the trails are.

 

[Mulestar]

Yesterday was dry at the bird but then I drove through an absolute downpour down the hill in Foscoe. Weather's so crazy round here I don't even try to predict it anymore!

 

[ncfreerider5001]

I know its off topic, but where is everyone staying saturday night? Im looking for the cheapest option, like spending the night in my vehicle. If I stayed at this Grandfather mountain campground, would I be able to just sleep in my car and not actually pitch a tent? any advice would be appreciated

 

[mtbman1127]

I know its off topic, but where is everyone staying saturday night? Im looking for the cheapest option, like spending the night in my vehicle. If I stayed at this Grandfather mountain campground, would I be able to just sleep in my car and not actually pitch a tent? any advice would be appreciated

I have slept in my car a few times and normally just find a nice little spot on the parkway or something to pull over. Wouldn't pay for a site if your not going get out of the car...

 

[bizutch]

park in the parking lot of that restaurant at the bottom of the mountain. Wake up and walk in to a hot breakfast.

 

[bikergerm]

What time does the race start? I have a 10 hour drive back to Orlando afterwards. (Cause I work Monday)

 

[milohead]

I have a 10 hour drive back to Orlando afterwards. (Cause I work Monday)

Good luck with that.

 

[FloridaFish]

What time does the race start? I have a 10 hour drive back to Orlando afterwards. (Cause I work Monday)

I drove straight home from a race at Beech last year and got in around 3 or 4 am. You should be able to manage a few hours of sleep if you jet right after your race run.

 

[Trilliamiano]

What time does the race start? I have a 10 hour drive back to Orlando afterwards. (Cause I work Monday)

Racing starts at noon on Sunday. Check www.dirtybirddh.com for more info. The race weekend schedule should be under the events tab

 

[motomike]

Mr.Will Washam and a crew finished up the Salamander Slide yesterday. Just grabbed a chest cam run of it this afternoon...

 

[ncfreerider5001]

park in the parking lot of that restaurant at the bottom of the mountain. Wake up and walk in to a hot breakfast.

"that restaurant"? the one at the bottom of the trails? Or the bottom of the twisty road to seven devils?

 

[jet]

(Cause I work Monday)

No you aren't.

Thanks for the offer Butch but I'm just gonna stay at a hotel. I stayed at the Pineholer last year and it wasn't too bad.
I was thinking about just driving up early Sunday, but with the shuttle system not being too quick, I don't think I'd get the practice time I want.
Now I just have to do all my Sunday stuff on Friday.

 

[jet]

Mr.Will Washam and a crew finished up the Salamander Slide yesterday. Just grabbed a chest cam run of it this afternoon...

Looks like a lot of sprinting at the bottom....

 

[motomike]

Looks like a lot of sprinting at the bottom....

I didn't pedal one bit actually. Its so fast you might not want to sprint

 

[manimal]

I didn't pedal one bit actually. Its so fast you might not want to sprint

guess i better change out my 32T ring for something bigger

 

[mtbman1127]

So spikes or no spikes is the question. How muddy is it up there right now.

 

[motomike]

Cut spikes or aggressive dry tires should work fine. It was a little slick today but according to the weather it should dry out good tomorrow. It was really dry there earlier this week so the rain is probably good for it, up to a point. I think its gonna be about perfect this weekend

 

[OffCamber]

[QUOTEI think its gonna be about perfect this weekend[/QUOTE]
Yeah

 

[jet]

Good thing I got my new tires today.

 

[motomike]

Clear blue skies and sunshine all day today. And the weather people have upgraded Saturday to full sunshine as well. Spikes may not be necessary

 

[manimal]

trill...moto...

i managed to get that equipment you were asking me to bring speed trap is in effect!

 

[escapeartist]

Does anyone need body armor for the race? I uncovered by old Azonic upper body suit in the garage yesterday. It looks like this, except with more dirt. I only used it a couple times years ago. I need the cash, so I'm gonna bring it up. I was thinking $30 or so.
Sorry for the spam.

 

[bizutch]

Does anyone need body armor for the race? I uncovered by old Azonic upper body suit in the garage yesterday. It looks like this, except with more dirt. I only used it a couple times years ago. I need the cash, so I'm gonna bring it up. I was thinking $30 or so.
Sorry for the spam.

i'm thinking somebody will barter with beer. Be advised.

 

[danielsapp414]

On that note, not trying to hijack any sales since it's totally different and totally more expensive but, I have a used one time like new 661 race jacket. I'll trade for cash, but significantly less than it would cost new!

 

[RideDad]

Escape Artist - What size is that Armor? If it will fit a 150 lb 5 foot 10 person I'll take it off your hands if it is in good condition. I'll be driving a tan F-150 with me and two kids. Thanks, Kurt