FTS is *extremely* strong today. I should have gone skiing with @Full Trucker. But no. I had to get re-involved in the shitshow that is work. 
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Between the broom ball Saturday night and the 5 hours of hot lap skiing yesterday... I wasn’t even sure I could get out of bed this morning, much less ski.FTS is *extremely* strong today. I should have gone skiing with @Full Trucker. But no. I had to get re-involved in the shitshow that is work.
Re: KTA - once summer rolls around, it will be interesting to see how shutting down KTA to mtb impacts the local economy. If it's like most small towns built around a seasonal, outside source of money, it will start to get impacted about 1/3 of the way through and notably slammed by 2/3 through the season. The local residents will probably laser focus on those individuals for effectively shutting down the local economy. This all depends on how much of the local economy is service driven and how much is of that is driven by mtbers though.
I'm getting more changes made to my ski boots to tighten the heel up some because there is a bunch of play still. Then a few client meetings to finish the day.
Haley is a bit sick, so to work with Wifey today. She was having nightmares all last night, so she ended up sleeping in our bed last night. She doesn't remember the dreams, but she was talking and one line we heard was "just keep running and it won't catch us". No idea, but she was sweating and running in her sleep all night, so...
I'm still sore from Saturday. I don't think I could have skied yesterday if I wanted to.
I'm getting more changes made to my ski boots to tighten the heel up some because there is a bunch of play still. Then a few client meetings to finish the day.
Haley is a bit sick, so to work with Wifey today. She was having nightmares all last night, so she ended up sleeping in our bed last night. She doesn't remember the dreams, but she was talking and one line we heard was "just keep running and it won't catch us". No idea, but she was sweating and running in her sleep all night, so...
I'm still sore from Saturday. I don't think I could have skied yesterday if I wanted to.
Do you already have heel lifters under the footbed?
It's only a few trail segments from the sound of it.
The community at large understands what side their breads buttered on and anyone seriously threatening the economic benefits of mtb would likely get run through a wood chipper.
When old money clashes with business interest of the little man, old money always wins.
Btw. they closed their land to MTB access only, hikers and others are still welcome.
HORSES.
I guess what I meant to say is "looking for monetary compensation from an activity that brings in significant funds to the community". As in, they want their "cut" of the price of admission. Maybe they're playing hardball to get some more money?
Then again, maybe they just want all the dirty mountain bikers to go away.
see my prior comment re: sweet lemonade
I missed that post. So it was indeed rude people.
Then I'll echo whoever it was that said that having this on private land is not a sustainable model. If people pay for access to something, they'll feel entitled to it. With the volume of visitors they receive, not everyone will be aware/sensitive to the land access dynamics. If this were Scotland, then it would be a different discussion, but it's not. It's a bit of a shame to be honest. I was looking forward to going with my boys again soon.
Fuckin' horse, every time! But yeah, you can't blame them if they feel like they can't use their own land safely or without issue. Asshats whoever it is that causes the conflict though.
We've recently gone through similar horse-bike conflicts in a tract of land. The solution the land manager came up with is to tell both to fack right off and stay on their own trails essentially. Its worked. https://ridemonkey.bikemag.com/threads/horses-officially-kicked-off-the-trail.280311/#post-4357320
We've recently gone through similar horse-bike conflicts in a tract of land. The solution the land manager came up with is to tell both to fack right off and stay on their own trails essentially. Its worked. https://ridemonkey.bikemag.com/threads/horses-officially-kicked-off-the-trail.280311/#post-4357320
You still can... and even better is that Burke is right there. Stay at the lodge or camp and you can ride the bike park. Some of the trails in there are easy enough for kids.
Yo.
Skiing this weekend so teh rest of the week is just noise.
Skiing this weekend so teh rest of the week is just noise.
some friends of mine that live up that way had posted that too.According to an empty beer post,
Long time since I've ridden there, but I recall Troll Stroll being a fun little DH.
On a lighter note, found out that a mtb facility got approved that will be about 10 minutes from my house and is slated to open for summer of 2021. Would be so rad.
www.ocparks.com
Craig Park Bike Facility | OC Parks
Project Information OC Parks is planning to construct, operate, and maintain the Craig Park Bike Facility, a 9.7-acre mountain bike skills course facility for all ages and abilities. The proposed project is located within Craig Regional Park in the City of Fullerton, California. The project...
FTS... I’mma go for a lunch ride.
it sucks, but if i had people acting like dicks to me on my land i'd tell 'em to pound sand too
So, if I visit the NEK, bring lights.
That’s the message I am getting.
That’s the message I am getting.
Agreed. I tell people they’re dicks on other people’s land too. KT can be insufferable.
We stay in Burke as a base camp for our VT trips but only ride KT after we’ve blown our legs out elsewhere.
That'll pretty effectively kill KT if the map is correct. I don't think it's an asshole biker issue, I think it's the fact that no one has addressed the fact that any trail system has a capacity and things get fucked up if no attention is paid to that issue. NEMBAfest in June this year was a three day traffic jam on the trails.
People on this forum have discussed overcrowding, I think recently with regard to Fruita and Moab. If the larger community fails to address the issue, I think we'll see more closures. It ain't just bikes - the same thing's happening with hikers in the Adirondacks and a number of popular Vermont hiking trails, e.g. Camel's Hump.
People on this forum have discussed overcrowding, I think recently with regard to Fruita and Moab. If the larger community fails to address the issue, I think we'll see more closures. It ain't just bikes - the same thing's happening with hikers in the Adirondacks and a number of popular Vermont hiking trails, e.g. Camel's Hump.
I can attest that over the years a lot of complaints have been directed towards mob's of douchy Quebes, clogging intersections, riding like they are racing, passing people inappropriately, all wearing Subway lycra skinsuit. They go there 50+ strong and are entitled little bitches! (aka mountain roadies). Also, if I was the one paying VT taxes on that land and only one prick would call me out or would be disrespectful towards me, my horse, my dog, my pet ant. I would close that land in a minute.
Update from yesterday.
www.koaa.com
Turns out Mr firepants may not be the classiest of individuals.
Thanks a lot fuck stick, not only did you send at least 2 kids to the hospital but you endangered every one who stopped to help, including me. My doctor says I'm not allowed to be dead again.
Driver cited for fiery crash that injured six on I-25
A driver blamed for a major crash on I-25 in Colorado Springs that injured six people Sunday was cited for careless driving, driving with a restricted license and driving without insurance.
www.koaa.com
Turns out Mr firepants may not be the classiest of individuals.
Thanks a lot fuck stick, not only did you send at least 2 kids to the hospital but you endangered every one who stopped to help, including me. My doctor says I'm not allowed to be dead again.
It's true, can always pick the Quebec crowd out due to the lycra.
But it's weird that you mention that, there were lots when we were there. But the riding is arguably just as good or better in Quebec? Why do they go so far?
Cause it's cool to put on the book or the gram, and vanlife it like there is no tomorrow. Most of the people that I know that have been riding for 20+ years avoid KT at all cost.
My kid home from school for winter break hit Copper today. Caught rope-drop on Cabin Chute. Said it was thigh deep.
I picked a helluva day to stop sniffing glue.
I picked a helluva day to stop sniffing glue.