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MTBBill · 07-27-2008, 07:42 PM

Today I had the pleasure of riding with the Sunday regulars down in Bonita in the south bay area of San Diego. Boy what a great time I had. I would be hard pressed to try and describe any kind of route. It was one of those just follow along and enjoy yourself kind of day. The trail network is pretty extensive with stuff everywhere. I could easily take a aerial shot of the area, hang it on a wall and then throw a saucy plate of spagetti on it and be pretty close to the actual trail layout.

There were some pretty interesting descents here and there over the course of the day

We got in a little bowl action as well. I was told the record is seven bikers in the bowl at once. This is pretty tricky when you are zipping around and another rider gets into the bowl. It is even more fun when one person goes opposite direction! I have to get back here with the video camera.

A little bridge action. I forget how many of these things we crossed.

There were some bushy spots on most of the trails. The branches are a lot stronger than they look. I tried to moose my way through one of them and it stopped me dead in my tracks and pushed me backwards. (I could hear it laughing at me)

There were a few G-Outs to contend with. This was the most interesting one.

This was not an uncommon exit of the G-Out (Myself included)

Nobody got hurt and snickers and laughs all-around was the result of any G-Out flubs.

Of course second time around was usually the charm.

There was some double teeter-tooter action to be had as well. The guys sure seemed eager to help when Karen wanted a spotter.

There was some single teeter action as well.

Even got to play around on a diving board (some creative trail-building material)

This was a hell of a fun group of folks to ride. I guess we did around 20 miles or so, but it sure feels like more. There is some nice as well as challenging trails in the area. I stopped counting my dabs early on and I even managed to take a soil sample or two to add to my collection. It had been at least a couple of years since I last caught the 8AM Sunday morning group ride out of the Bonita Performance Bike parking lot. I don't think I will be waiting that long again.

Here are the rest of the pictures from the day.

Thrillride · 07-27-2008, 07:50 PM

I wanted to do this run but we ended up going to noble this morning, pretty fun, glad you guys had a good time!

Jutty · 07-27-2008, 07:55 PM

Oh man that looks sweet! SD trip in the near future me thinks....

sdyeti · 07-27-2008, 10:24 PM

There is no excuse for me never riding down there...I work in CV!

jonathan_sykes81 · 07-27-2008, 10:38 PM

Hate I missed the ride today, glad you came down. I had the joy of standing watch all day. Great shots.

Laggdawg · 07-27-2008, 11:45 PM

I work in the Bonita area once weekly and I stop in that shop every week to buy something (anything). Funny they never mentioned a Sunday ride group (maybe cuz i'm an outta-towner

). Does anyone ride portions during the week that would be interested in taking me for a spin? I'll buy dinner!

bajamtnbkr · 07-28-2008, 12:33 AM

The Sundays ride had nothing to do with Performance, we only meet there as the traditional spot for many years, they don't support the ride but I'm sure they like our business

Great pictures Bill, thanks for posting them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laggdawg

I work in the Bonita area once weekly and I stop in that shop every week to buy something (anything). Funny they never mentioned a Sunday ride group (maybe cuz i'm an outta-towner

). Does anyone ride portions during the week that would be interested in taking me for a spin? I'll buy dinner!

jonathan_sykes81 · 07-28-2008, 05:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laggdawg

I work in the Bonita area once weekly and I stop in that shop every week to buy something (anything). Funny they never mentioned a Sunday ride group (maybe cuz i'm an outta-towner

). Does anyone ride portions during the week that would be interested in taking me for a spin? I'll buy dinner!

We also ride every Tuesday & Thursday at 3:30pm. Anyone is more than welcome to come and join us.

bajamtnbkr · 07-28-2008, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonathan_sykes81

Hate I missed the ride today, glad you came down. I had the joy of standing watch all day. Great shots.

I missed it too!, bummer

luna · 07-30-2008, 09:05 PM

Nice Ride Report Bill. Man I wish I was in town to get to ride with you. Anyways picture look awesome, Thanks for giving Bonita some love on your website.

This is the main group of riders who I ride with & are a blast to ride with, as everyone is joking around, but serious about MTB.

Thanks again Bill

MTBBill · 07-31-2008, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonathan_sykes81

We also ride every Tuesday & Thursday at 3:30pm. Anyone is more than welcome to come and join us.

Meeting in the Performance parking lot as well? Think I gonna hit up the ride this afternoon.

amor587 · 07-31-2008, 02:05 PM

Bill.... yeah they meet at the Performance parking lot for the
afternoon rides as well. Have fun!

07-27-2008, 07:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
MTBBill Trail Detective	Bonita - South Bay San Diego Trail Action Today I had the pleasure of riding with the Sunday regulars down in Bonita in the south bay area of San Diego. Boy what a great time I had. I would be hard pressed to try and describe any kind of route. It was one of those just follow along and enjoy yourself kind of day. The trail network is pretty extensive with stuff everywhere. I could easily take a aerial shot of the area, hang it on a wall and then throw a saucy plate of spagetti on it and be pretty close to the actual trail layout. There were some pretty interesting descents here and there over the course of the day We got in a little bowl action as well. I was told the record is seven bikers in the bowl at once. This is pretty tricky when you are zipping around and another rider gets into the bowl. It is even more fun when one person goes opposite direction! I have to get back here with the video camera. A little bridge action. I forget how many of these things we crossed. There were some bushy spots on most of the trails. The branches are a lot stronger than they look. I tried to moose my way through one of them and it stopped me dead in my tracks and pushed me backwards. (I could hear it laughing at me) There were a few G-Outs to contend with. This was the most interesting one. This was not an uncommon exit of the G-Out (Myself included) Nobody got hurt and snickers and laughs all-around was the result of any G-Out flubs. Of course second time around was usually the charm. There was some double teeter-tooter action to be had as well. The guys sure seemed eager to help when Karen wanted a spotter. There was some single teeter action as well. Even got to play around on a diving board (some creative trail-building material) This was a hell of a fun group of folks to ride. I guess we did around 20 miles or so, but it sure feels like more. There is some nice as well as challenging trails in the area. I stopped counting my dabs early on and I even managed to take a soil sample or two to add to my collection. It had been at least a couple of years since I last caught the 8AM Sunday morning group ride out of the Bonita Performance Bike parking lot. I don't think I will be waiting that long again. Here are the rest of the pictures from the day. __________________ Got Trail? www.MountainBikeBill.com

07-27-2008, 10:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
sdyeti Spinning my wheels	There is no excuse for me never riding down there...I work in CV! __________________ My Blog: Two Wheel Love THE PATH-Love the Bike You Ride

07-27-2008, 11:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
Laggdawg Home of the Big Box!	I work in the Bonita area once weekly and I stop in that shop every week to buy something (anything). Funny they never mentioned a Sunday ride group (maybe cuz i'm an outta-towner). Does anyone ride portions during the week that would be interested in taking me for a spin? I'll buy dinner! __________________ At least the war on the environment is going well! mr. hobbs: I have a friend that I'm not bringing along, because he cornholes himself...daily.

07-30-2008, 09:05 PM	#10 (permalink)
luna I Wanna Ride I Wanna Ride	Nice Ride Report Bill. Man I wish I was in town to get to ride with you. Anyways picture look awesome, Thanks for giving Bonita some love on your website. This is the main group of riders who I ride with & are a blast to ride with, as everyone is joking around, but serious about MTB. Thanks again Bill __________________ If you have any Real Estate questions PM me.

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07-27-2008, 07:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
Thrillride Sick member	I wanted to do this run but we ended up going to noble this morning, pretty fun, glad you guys had a good time!

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