That's not Lippman Park is it? Only ridden there once, but all those bridges in one spot looks familiar
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rebuilt the i9 wheel hubs, new chain
biggest win $25 soft cooler from target fits in the wald 137 basket perfect
Someday borders will open and I will return to the alps.
Gravel race today. I have no gravel bike, so I built fairings out of poster-board and gorilla tape. Got 8th overall. Pretty happy, someone crashed into me during the first few miles and took us out, but I was able to get back to the 2nd peleton and basically keep with that group until it broke apart at the end. I aim for the potholes and nasty stuff and take crazy lines through the turns on the banks of the road. It's hilarious to me how fast I can go on this. Pavement sucks the life out of me though, the rolling resistance on pavement is crazy high (vs gravel it seems it's no different than what the actual "gravel bikes" experience).
Short video from yesterday. New section of trail at the end. Will be less awkward next time not riding it blind..
@mykel this is at Heights ski hill across from Horsehoe. Some bits are part of one of the old o-cup trail. The Heights are planning on hosting a friday night toonie enduro race. Sounds like theyll open the chalet for post race beers and nachos.
@mykel this is at Heights ski hill across from Horsehoe. Some bits are part of one of the old o-cup trail. The Heights are planning on hosting a friday night toonie enduro race. Sounds like theyll open the chalet for post race beers and nachos.
That looks super fun @canadmos !
my day's stash. fvcking awful climb but yea, that's what ya gotta do right?
4 miles up, 1,800ish feet of ledges, roots, pine, baby-heads, constant techy bits and if you stop pedaling save for a few section you go backwards ... but best of all shade and cool temps.
the descent, as my French brothers and sisters would say, is magnifique.
my day's stash. fvcking awful climb but yea, that's what ya gotta do right?
4 miles up, 1,800ish feet of ledges, roots, pine, baby-heads, constant techy bits and if you stop pedaling save for a few section you go backwards ... but best of all shade and cool temps.
the descent, as my French brothers and sisters would say, is magnifique.
It's a blast! Nothing tech like your stuff or the long up down, but fast and kinda (?) flowy.
For the record, that's our 63ish year old crusher following my fat ass.
The ever patriotic @SuboptimusPrime being stalked by an aquatic meth possum.
Egg drop
"War Pigs" was definitely playing in the background
Egg drop
"War Pigs" was definitely playing in the background
One more vid from the other day, Mark following me again.
Gopro effect in place here, but this is one of the steepest and longest single trails in the area. Almost 4 minutes of no pedalling, not bad for #onterrible. The part at 3:00 is my favourite, you get a nice view of Georgian Bay, with a cliff a few feet to your right and then right back into a steep section.
@mykel this is down the street from Blue. Ten minute shuttle.
Gopro effect in place here, but this is one of the steepest and longest single trails in the area. Almost 4 minutes of no pedalling, not bad for #onterrible. The part at 3:00 is my favourite, you get a nice view of Georgian Bay, with a cliff a few feet to your right and then right back into a steep section.
awesome.
are all of your local trails fireroad up, singletrack down?
Jesus break dancing Christ...I can't believe you call yourself a parent:
- kid does not have 5.10s
- kid does is not wearing a matchy match technical Endureau kit
- Bum bag > backpack with key chain stuffed animals
- Cassette doesn't have a 87 tooth cog
- Brakes are not Saint/Magura hybrid
- No 250 mm dropper post
- Only one bottle cage (I'm surprised he survived the ordeal)
- Strong Kidwoo disapproval of tire combo
I guess they don't have child protective services in Canadia...
Seriously, thats everything right about bikes. Well done ol'chap
Nope! I usually ride Seymour and climb single track. You can also pedal up the road or a terrible gravel path if you prefer.
I rode Fromme with Ben which has the option of easy gravel road or pretty tough single track climb. Ben is a bit of a reluctant mtber so we kept it smooth and easy.
He DOES have fancy TLD a gloves, though... of course I had to remind him to wear them...Jesus break dancing Christ...I can't believe you call yourself a parent:
- kid does not have 5.10s
- kid does is not wearing a matchy match technical Endureau kit
- Bum bag > backpack with key chain stuffed animals
- Cassette doesn't have a 87 tooth cog
- Brakes are not Saint/Magura hybrid
- No 250 mm dropper post
- Only one bottle cage (I'm surprised he survived the ordeal)
- Strong Kidwoo disapproval of tire combo
I guess they don't have child protective services in Canadia...
Seriously, thats everything right about bikes. Well done ol'chap
I got him all jacked up on honey stingers so he was all smiles despite his other gear hardships.
I don't think that's what he meant. The dude in front has his number plate on the head tube unlike the others who have it attached to the bar. Total rebel that guy.One guy has a visor on his helmet! What did I win?
Looks like a great trail.
Can you still ride on Tremblant?
Not from the summit, but there is tons of trails at the base and surrounding Tremblant. I think you can still go about half up the mountain on one of the loop.
This is the Enwèye en Bas
I'll cop to having 5.10s for the child. But I got them on sale, and they're for the opposite gender... Does having no suspension (yet) make up for it? Keeping feet on pedals is pretty tough with no suspension.Jesus break dancing Christ...I can't believe you call yourself a parent:
- kid does not have 5.10s
- kid does is not wearing a matchy match technical Endureau kit
- Bum bag > backpack with key chain stuffed animals
- Cassette doesn't have a 87 tooth cog
- Brakes are not Saint/Magura hybrid
- No 250 mm dropper post
- Only one bottle cage (I'm surprised he survived the ordeal)
- Strong Kidwoo disapproval of tire combo
I guess they don't have child protective services in Canadia...
Seriously, thats everything right about bikes. Well done ol'chap
Yesterday after "school"
The crux part of this climb is down at the bottom.
Took him three tries, but he eventually nailed it.
I'm constantly astounded by the power he can lay down with those skinny little legs! I think the interval training with his xc ski team this winter has paid dividends. In another year, I'll be chasing him, and in two years, fuggedaboudit.
final descent down to the car:
Is that an official trail? St-Sauveur / Morin Heights area as I recall? Or Ste Adèle?
I'm heading to MSM this weekend, hoping to check out the new "Lower Boneshaker" (connects Boneshaker to the lake). One of my buddies has a cottage at MSM and was holed up there the whole quarantine time. He spent his work days fixing trail and building bridges. I'm looking forward to checking out his handy-work.
Not official. It's at Mont Gabriel in Ste-Adele.
Suppose to go to MSM in a couple of weeks. Hope he fixed a bit of flow fuck on Lager. Trail is fun but got some flaws. Will check out lower BS for sure. Also, never made it down Maibock, on my hit list for the past 4 years. Will wait for your full report.
Oh my. Yes. Want.