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inkslinger · 08-21-2007, 05:50 AM

Once again the man has prevailed in the battle of the Rattle Snake Trail. After all the work that had put into the trail, on Monday all was lost to city bulldozer. I guess you could say it was coming due to all the man made terrain that popped up so quickley, but it was fun while it lasted. So anyone thinking if riding "SNAKES", just keep pedaling to 7th St, or A-Side. I guess it is better than closing the whole trail down.

xhuskr · 08-21-2007, 06:39 AM

bummer...

....never rode the man-made items, but last time I was there it was obvious that people were not happy with them. see Turnbull - "alterations"?

Perhaps moderation from all sides is a better answer than 4 jumps or 0 jumps?

Much of that side seems to be part of a city/county nature park or something (could be just the 7th ave side though...not sure)

inkslinger · 08-21-2007, 07:27 AM

Myself, I would have rather seen more jumps made from dirt rather than wood. It probably would have been left alone if that were the case. As far as the branches go, I have had my fair share of rolling over branches going down the middle trail of Rattlesnake. One time there was even a boulder at the bottom of a drop. I dont know where the middle ground would be between the city and the riders. We are supposed to share the trail, but I hardly see any hikers on that trail. Also, if the riders are to have to suffer the wrath of the city, why not have the Rangers ticket the idiots who let thier dogs run free on the trail. Its just frustrating when you spend time cleaning the trail up to make it rideable, now its all torn to shreds again.

Dino Brown · 08-21-2007, 07:56 AM

Awwwwee Man, Say it ain't so!

The guys (1 in particular) who spent so much time improving the trail (not just the ladder drops) must be rather upset right now!

The trail would be unridable if not for them! Bullsh!t.

Inkslinger- you promised an appearance at the Fully ride.

What gives?

Geronimo · 08-21-2007, 10:44 AM

If anyones interested in making some freeride trails in south OC send me a PM. I know of a place were it won't get dozed.

guero · 08-21-2007, 10:46 AM

im down miguelito.

Von-Diggity · 08-21-2007, 10:49 AM

Last time the dozed the trail it practically destroyed it. Now if it rains, the trail will be toast. Lame.

LBmtb · 08-21-2007, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Von-Diggity

Last time the dozed the trail it practically destroyed it. Now if it rains, the trail will be toast. Lame.

Yeah, what he said. All the nice traction that the riders there worked on, all the nice berms, etc were replaced by tons of loose stuff.

Neccros · 08-21-2007, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geronimo

If anyones interested in making some freeride trails in south OC send me a PM. I know of a place were it won't get dozed.

PM me if its near Oakley

inkslinger · 08-21-2007, 11:09 AM

I will be there this Thursday homeboy! Im itchin to ride the loop!

Geronimo · 08-21-2007, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neccros

PM me if its near Oakley

Nope, it's not near Oakley.

coldbrews · 08-21-2007, 04:24 PM

Now its on fire!

BrewMaster · 08-21-2007, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coldbrews

Now its on fire!

Wow. It's like slash and burn!

guero · 08-21-2007, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Von-Diggity

Now if it rains, the trail will be toast. Lame.

what the heck is 'rain'?

Dino Brown · 08-22-2007, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by inkslinger

I will be there (i.e. Fully) this Thursday homeboy! Im itchin to ride the loop!

YEAH- Heard that one before!

Note: If you have a light, bring one. If not, show up anyway!

~ Pakiha ~ · 08-22-2007, 07:20 AM

And if it wasn't bad enough the fires on 8.21 were in Whittier national aka Turnbull, but the news hasn't showed where.

08-21-2007, 05:50 AM	#1 (permalink)
inkslinger Junior Member	Bad News At Turnbull Canyon Once again the man has prevailed in the battle of the Rattle Snake Trail. After all the work that had put into the trail, on Monday all was lost to city bulldozer. I guess you could say it was coming due to all the man made terrain that popped up so quickley, but it was fun while it lasted. So anyone thinking if riding "SNAKES", just keep pedaling to 7th St, or A-Side. I guess it is better than closing the whole trail down.

08-21-2007, 06:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
xhuskr Powered by Guinness	bummer.......never rode the man-made items, but last time I was there it was obvious that people were not happy with them. see Turnbull - "alterations"? Perhaps moderation from all sides is a better answer than 4 jumps or 0 jumps? Much of that side seems to be part of a city/county nature park or something (could be just the 7th ave side though...not sure) __________________ Slainte' sdyeti I am a student. The trail is my teacher. genusmtbkr5 Sign up for the pain, you'll love it. www.biketofinishms.com/teacmcrash

08-21-2007, 10:44 AM	#5 (permalink)
Geronimo STR Veteran	If anyones interested in making some freeride trails in south OC send me a PM. I know of a place were it won't get dozed. __________________ Fully Loop: Never have, never will.

08-21-2007, 10:46 AM	#6 (permalink)
guero noog slayer	im down miguelito. __________________ have a question about tires? click here ---> http://www.socaltrailriders.org/foru...ew-thread.html steppie: I plan on hitting it...

08-22-2007, 07:20 AM	#16 (permalink)
~ Pakiha ~ Lethal when nessesary	And if it wasn't bad enough the fires on 8.21 were in Whittier national aka Turnbull, but the news hasn't showed where. __________________ "It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who will endure pain with patience" - J. Caesar I am leaving the world the Same way I got here, By Accident.

08-21-2007, 07:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
inkslinger Junior Member	Myself, I would have rather seen more jumps made from dirt rather than wood. It probably would have been left alone if that were the case. As far as the branches go, I have had my fair share of rolling over branches going down the middle trail of Rattlesnake. One time there was even a boulder at the bottom of a drop. I dont know where the middle ground would be between the city and the riders. We are supposed to share the trail, but I hardly see any hikers on that trail. Also, if the riders are to have to suffer the wrath of the city, why not have the Rangers ticket the idiots who let thier dogs run free on the trail. Its just frustrating when you spend time cleaning the trail up to make it rideable, now its all torn to shreds again.

08-21-2007, 07:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
Dino Brown Sir Smack-Alot	Awwwwee Man, Say it ain't so! The guys (1 in particular) who spent so much time improving the trail (not just the ladder drops) must be rather upset right now! The trail would be unridable if not for them! Bullsh!t. Inkslinger- you promised an appearance at the Fully ride. What gives?

08-21-2007, 10:49 AM	#7 (permalink)
Von-Diggity	Last time the dozed the trail it practically destroyed it. Now if it rains, the trail will be toast. Lame. __________________ You are not what you own. -Fugazi

08-21-2007, 11:09 AM	#10 (permalink)
inkslinger Junior Member	I will be there this Thursday homeboy! Im itchin to ride the loop!

08-21-2007, 04:24 PM	#12 (permalink)
coldbrews Senior Member	Now its on fire!

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