San Clemente Single Tracks need help!

[Team Smitty]

San Clemente Single Tracks

One of the first bridges in the SCST area is in a state of disrepair. This particular bridge is one that we all use almost every time we ride there and was installed unselfishly by riders not the State Park. It was also there prior to the popularity explosion this place has found after the fires, where it remained one of the few good places we could to still ride in the OC.

donate and post your concepts and the bridge name to become a part of local mountain biking folklore.

P.S yes, I can already see the pictures of the Golden Gate and Galloping Gertie already

Smitty

[Red Hot Sloth]

PM sent

[singleminded]

It was falling apart as we walked across it today.....I have no bridge building knowledge

[Jordansrealm]

I haven't ridden there yet but want to. I would be happy to help get some lumber. By chance can you post a picture if this bridge so those of us that don't know it can see whats going on? Thank you

[Red Hot Sloth]

The cross members were constructed with OSB, they have deteriorated due to the amount of traffic flow to the point that it is not rideable any longer.

[foofighter]

smitty i'm off monday i can help a few hours if you need a hand

[kbteachme]

Hey Steve,

It was ridable during this past week (The time I crossed you while you were riding up), but it was just starting to get bad. The crossing bridge is the worst. What we need is some split tree logs which will never break... maybe rot someday.

I'm thinking about something like this (See second picture):
http://www.leelikesbikes.com/Stories/072004/

P.S. - My father lives in Bonsall and owns a Avo grove. I can ask him if he has any cut Avo trees. I know he has tons of firewood which we can use for the cross boards. Avocado wood is very dense and strong. If you live in Fallbrook maybe you can stop by and pick up some for the cross boards. He lives off of Olive Hill Road. If you are interested, I can give him a call.

Some bridge names (in the theme of SC): 204, T-Street, Cotton's, Lowers, Uppers, Barb Wires, Old Man's, and Churches. I like the following names: Uppers, Lowers, and Old Man's (for the crossing bridge).

[Krztaco]

TS...some jackass on a motorcycle ruined that bridge for good a few days ago...I know we are eagerly awaiting to fix the bridge soon..in fact I believe DeeZee may be fixing it on Monday. Anyways there an STR ride there on Monday perhaps we should all fix it then and there for goo.

KRZ

[Team Smitty]

Originally Posted by foofighter

smitty i'm off monday i can help a few hours if you need a hand

Thanks,

But I'm stuck at home with the kids and the two year old is too small to drag out there.


Thanks again,

Smitty

[foofighter]

I can take measurements on monday and provide that to anyone that needs it.

[Team Smitty]

Originally Posted by foofighter

I can take measurements on monday and provide that to anyone that needs it.

this is your time show off your terrain park design skills so sketch it up!

thanks for the quick response.

Smitty

[foofighter]

will try...see how my urban planning and helping my architect father can help

[Team Smitty]

Originally Posted by kbteachme

Hey Steve,

It was ridable during this past week (The time I crossed you while you were riding up), but it was just starting to get bad. The crossing bridge is the worst. What we need is some split tree logs which will never break... maybe rot someday.

I'm thinking about something like this (See second picture):
http://www.leelikesbikes.com/Stories/072004/

P.S. - My father lives in Bonsall and owns a Avo grove. I can ask him if he has any cut Avo trees. I know he has tons of firewood which we can use for the cross boards. Avocado wood is very dense and strong. If you live in Fallbrook maybe you can stop by and pick up some for the cross boards. He lives off of Olive Hill Road. If you are interested, I can give him a call.

Some bridge names (in the theme of SC): 204, T-Street, Cotton's, Lowers, Uppers, Barb Wires, Old Man's, and Churches. I like the following names: Uppers, Lowers, and Old Man's (for the crossing bridge).

thanks,

Smitty

[KeepsWhatHappens]

Originally Posted by Team Smitty

San Clemente Single Tracks

One of the first bridges in the SCST area is in a state of disrepair. This particular bridge is one that we all use almost every time we ride there and was installed unselfishly by riders not the State Park. It was also there prior to the popularity explosion this place has found after the fires, where it remained one of the few good places we could to still ride in the OC.

I would be happy to fix or better yet replace the bridge with one that is more robust and has more style but my surplus lumber well ran dry.

I can design, build and install a bridge to my own taste or make a simple utilitarian bridge but that would be a bit boring and not fit the vibe of San Clemente.

What I am looking for is design concepts and lumber donations, but mostly lumber.
So donate and post your concepts and the bridge name to become a part of local mountain biking folklore.

P.S yes, I can already see the pictures of the Golden Gate and Galloping Gertie already

Smitty

What's your paypal and I'll make a donation.

KeepsWhatHappens

Originally Posted by Krztaco

TS...some jackass on a motorcycle ruined that bridge for good a few days ago...I know we are eagerly awaiting to fix the bridge soon..in fact I believe DeeZee may be fixing it on Monday. Anyways there an STR ride there on Monday perhaps we should all fix it then and there for goo.

KRZ

I knew it was a moto that wrecked it!

KeepsWhatHappens

[Scott V]

I have no skills when it comes to building/fixing anything. I am wiling to donate some money or come out and help others with repairs. Let me know how I can help.

[Team Smitty]

Originally Posted by KeepsWhatHappens

What's your paypal and I'll make a donation.

KeepsWhatHappens



I knew it was a moto that wrecked it!

KeepsWhatHappens

John,

First I would Like to say thanks, and apologize for not getting back to you sooner especially after your quick response to help.

My paypal info: smitty23@adelphia.net

This is not my current e-mail address but I still use it for paypal.

Thanks again,

Smitty

[Team Smitty]

Originally Posted by Scott V

I have no skills when it comes to building/fixing anything. I am wiling to donate some money or come out and help others with repairs. Let me know how I can help.

Scott,

Thanks for the offer to give a hand in the repair but I think I have that part covered.
Lumber or a couple of bucks would certainly help though. There is a Lowes on the way to the dog park if that helps.

Smitty

[Red Hot Sloth]

Team Smitty, you have PM

[Scott V]

Paypal sent.

[ThinkFast]

Thanks to whomever fixed the small bridge yesterday or today!