Crashfest in Laguna

[Ladd Jasper]

Originally Posted by mcgrath

Dell, what can I say man. I hope you feel better, and heal soon. Dean may be on to something.

Thanks, Pat. Missed you out there eh. Pretty comical.

Was feeling a bit rusty all morning as I hadn't been on the "big" bike in almost a month. No excuse, really, just an observation. Somewhat hesitant on Oaks, but was getting loosened up by the end. Felt pretty strong on the climb up Cholla, but again, the descent on Steps didn't feel as natural as times past. Didn't let that stop the upper huck attempt on T&A, though it should've.

As Dino mentioned, the take-off looked good (there's a video!). The bounce upon landing is what did me in. That, and way too much speed. I was flying compared to Rob, the one guy who cleaned it beautifully. Will keep that in mind the next time I skip that huck.

The wounds could definitely have been worse, and will heal. Pretty sore right now (mostly sunburn from going shirtless...loser), but the tequila is nipping that as I write. Fifteen minutes and I should be numb. Yes!

Had a good time today, been way to long since I'd ridden that loop w/ the boys. Just wanted to say thanks to same for looking out for me after the kissing of the cactus, particularly Aldo "The Pharmacist" (and concerned videographer), and George "Nightingale" Gonzo. Appreciate it, fellas.

Dave, good meeting and riding with you today--sorry for nixing your own huck attempt with my face plant (you too, Mark...what a buzzkill, eh?).

Fully Loop next week, right? Definitely more my speed right now. Need to re-hone my skills, such as they are. Might skip that mega-extreme wall drop, though...

[TURNERob]

I do agree with Outlaw in the fact that with all of those crashes all that happened were some scratches and that's about it......could have been much worse. Von Skipp took a couple of pretty hard falls, sure he'll be feeling it more tomorrow. Hope you guys heal up quickly in time for the ultimate Fullerton Loop ride next week! I should have my 888 mounted up to my AS-X by then, thank god as I know I'll need all that travel

[Von-Skipp]

good morning guys. I wobbled outa bed this morning feeling like I hit by a train. I hope I didnt break a rib or something cuz it sure feels like it. I better rest all week so I have full strength and staminia at the Fully Loop.

Von-Skipp

[tkblazer]

man, thats probly why i try to keep my tires on the ground lol... to dell, although it may be funny about the cactus, i feel your pain brotha... i've crashed into a cactus going down chutes at the oaks and then put my hand down on one in whiting..

[Wrecker]

Sorry I missed out on the fun...not sure that I'll ride with you guys until I get a bit more suspension and some new guts installed (hahah).

[LBmtb]

Originally Posted by Von-Skipp

good morning guys. I wobbled outa bed this morning feeling like I hit by a train. I hope I didnt break a rib or something cuz it sure feels like it. I better rest all week so I have full strength and staminia at the Fully Loop.

Von-Skipp

Maybe bruised it? Does it hurt when you breathe?

[dirttorpeedo]

that looked liike loads of fun boys,wish i cudda bin there but hadta werk,next time i hope tho .fully loop? what wall?

[LBmtb]

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[TURNERob]

Gonzo, great job on the video man! I loved the music/non music versions......and the pic of Dale at the end....beautiful!

nicely done Gouge! having the music and non-music version is sweet. like rob said, having dale's bloody mug at the end is genius!!!

[LBmtb]

Thanks Also just uploaded photos here. A few . . .

The group hiking up steps


Robert


Mark down T&A


The group


After Dell's crash


The carnage

[Denny Hazen]

Those were some amazin' and blazin' wipeouts!

[ShinKen]

I love that hike up stairs!

[Ladd Jasper]

Nice job, Gonz. Bummed I didn't land anything yesterday ('cept my face), but all that huckin' was beautiful.

The bloody mug was a nice touch. Man, looks like that must've hurt!

[ECOdork]

Damn...good vids and posts, but sorry to hear about all the devestation...

About now I'm thinking that I'm glad I slept though "The Legendary Laguna ride"...

Hope you cats heal up. Dell, you might want to try duct tape (available at your nearest Home Depot), or some glue. Shit, I'd even try throwing some silicone (or glue of your choice) on the location of thorns, let that stuff dry, and peel off. Hopefully you get them all.

[outlaw]

Great vid! thanks George for taking the time. after the day i had at work that was just what the doctor ordered Dell, Matt, Hope your feeling better. Awsome job to all Riders!!!
Mark

[dukethenuke]

awesome video george.

[Von-Skipp]

good work on the video George. Thanx for laughing as im falling on the first huck steve

With our luck at Laguna how are we gona survive Fully next weekend?? uh oh...

[dukethenuke]

Originally Posted by Von-Skipp

Thanx for laughing as im falling on the first huck steve

haha sorry

[Sprockethead]

Love the video and photos. Props to you guys who attempted a stunt and to Dell for sticking it out. I know after a hard crash, I seem to crash the rest of the ride. Somehow, the confidence just goes out the door. How was the landing at the top of T&A's huck? Last time I did it, (3 mths ago), it was pretty loose. The dirt was almost like sand and lot's of little rocks all over the place. It was a tough landing to stick.

I'm trying to talk Ann (SlowSpokes) into joining you guys for Sunday's Fullerton Loop ride.