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slowSSer · 11-08-2007, 08:07 AM

Ok, I realize that most of us don't need to hear this, but as there are going to be 2-3 rides from the STR crowd alone AND most of us will be sporting STR or Path (or other locally related) jerseys, I think that we need to be overly cordial and nice to every other group or individual that we run into out there- especially with that freak that we all had to petition against

[SIZE=1](sorry for bringing that up again, godfather- I only ask forgiveness)[/SIZE]

So, remember your rules of the trail (basically we as MTBers yield to all and as MTBers, we yield to those MTBers climbing while we're descending, and like in skiing/snowboarding, the faster is responsible for the slower on the downs)

...And the most important part:

Don't forget to say "Hi!"* as you pass all hikers and other riders- I'm sure we'll get some grumpy hikers, but an entire group of people saying "hi" seems to make them a little softer around the edges to the point that you can at least get an acknowledgment.

Also- you have a bell that's not on your bike? time to throw one on- got bear bells that you can hang off your hydro pack?- let's be known for being the "nice guys" out on the trail by EVERYONE. Hikers do appreciate bells ringing, and I know this from experience with several "thanks for the bell" from hikers.

Lastly- offer to help all that appear to be having some issue- even if it's just advice.

Basically, remember what's on your shirt and live up to that logo (except for you Arrogant Bastard jersey wearers)

[SIZE=1]*unless you're in major focus pucker factor and saying said greeting would result in a crash- at least a smile in their direction would be cool, i guess.

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ShinKen · 11-08-2007, 08:15 AM

whoaahhh u're making it look like we just started riding heree!!

but thanks for the nice rules ehh!! we will be nice like always!!!

slowSSer · 11-08-2007, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by ShinKen

whoaahhh u're making it look like we just started riding heree!!

but thanks for the nice rules ehh!! we will be nice like always!!!

like is said in my first line- MOST of us don't need this advice, but the "group mentality" giddyness might make us forget.

genusmtbkr5 · 11-08-2007, 08:25 AM

Thanks Ethan, I will mention this before we roll. Hope to see you on the trails.

KonaDupee · 11-08-2007, 08:37 AM

As a teacher, I completely agree: never hurts to hear the basics again.

BrewMaster · 11-08-2007, 08:37 AM

Never hurts to be reminded of a good thing.

Always wear clean underwear in case you are in an accident.

Sharky · 11-08-2007, 08:40 AM

Especially at Del Cerro right now. They're a bit touchy at the moment. Kill them with kindness!! Doesn't hurt to remind fellow riders on the trails either. Sometimes they're just not aware of what's expected when it comes to trail etiquette. A little education doesn't hurt.

slowSSer · 11-08-2007, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

Thanks Ethan, I will mention this before we roll. Hope to see you on the trails.

I'll be out there with the wife (back on the bike after nearly 2 years!!!!!!) and a friend so far. most likely in a Path jersey and on one of the 29ers, so I'll be really hard to miss

foofighter · 11-08-2007, 02:28 PM

Good point Ethan.

OMR · 11-08-2007, 03:01 PM

How you've grown in wisdom.... now snatch the pebbles from my hand..

Keith B · 11-08-2007, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by OMR

How you've grown in wisdom.... now snatch the pebbles from my hand..

I already did AND put them back. You didnt notice?!

xhuskr · 11-08-2007, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by slowSSer

Basically, remember what's on your shirt and live up to that logo (except for you Arrogant Bastard jersey wearers)

hey......i resemble that remark

I mean...well...hmmm

OH.....I'll be out of town so I can live up to my jersey personality!

OMR · 11-08-2007, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Keith B

I already did AND put them back. You didnt notice?!

Those were not pebbles... and THAT was not my Hand....ewww!

slowSSer · 11-08-2007, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by OMR

How you've grown in wisdom.... now snatch the pebbles from my hand..

gee, thanks for giving me credit in the past, pops.

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Originally Posted by xhuskr

hey......i resemble that remark

I mean...well...hmmm

OH.....I'll be out of town so I can live up to my jersey personality!

heck I've got one as well- twas a present on my bachelor party which was pseudo sponsored by AB. we had a keg of it.

maxwell · 11-08-2007, 04:05 PM

Great to point out Ethan.

I'm not sure how many noticed, but when doing up the route, I tried real hard to avoid the over populated trails. As in NO Coyote, or Rock-It.

Cholla will be a bit crowded, but at that early, I'm betting on it mostly being our crowd. And once we get back to Lynx, I've got the feeling we'll be a bid spread out by then.

Everybody enjoy your rides!

Keith B · 11-09-2007, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by OMR

Those were not pebbles... and THAT was not my Hand....ewww!

Clealry you didnt check what I replaced your 'pebbles' with - Awwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!!!!

Wrecker · 11-09-2007, 04:04 PM

Ewwwwwwwwwwwwww, boys are yucky!!!

chongoblanco · 11-09-2007, 04:29 PM

does that mean no budweisers at the top of cholla at 6 in the morn

11-08-2007, 08:07 AM	#1 (permalink)
slowSSer ali'i hua	Saturday 11-10 Aliso/Wilderness riders: a PSA Ok, I realize that most of us don't need to hear this, but as there are going to be 2-3 rides from the STR crowd alone AND most of us will be sporting STR or Path (or other locally related) jerseys, I think that we need to be overly cordial and nice to every other group or individual that we run into out there- especially with that freak that we all had to petition against [SIZE=1](sorry for bringing that up again, godfather- I only ask forgiveness)[/SIZE] So, remember your rules of the trail (basically we as MTBers yield to all and as MTBers, we yield to those MTBers climbing while we're descending, and like in skiing/snowboarding, the faster is responsible for the slower on the downs) ...And the most important part: Don't forget to say "Hi!"* as you pass all hikers and other riders- I'm sure we'll get some grumpy hikers, but an entire group of people saying "hi" seems to make them a little softer around the edges to the point that you can at least get an acknowledgment. Also- you have a bell that's not on your bike? time to throw one on- got bear bells that you can hang off your hydro pack?- let's be known for being the "nice guys" out on the trail by EVERYONE. Hikers do appreciate bells ringing, and I know this from experience with several "thanks for the bell" from hikers. Lastly- offer to help all that appear to be having some issue- even if it's just advice. Basically, remember what's on your shirt and live up to that logo (except for you Arrogant Bastard jersey wearers) [SIZE=1]*unless you're in major focus pucker factor and saying said greeting would result in a crash- at least a smile in their direction would be cool, i guess.[/SIZE]

11-08-2007, 08:15 AM	#2 (permalink)
ShinKen STR BUB!!	whoaahhh u're making it look like we just started riding heree!! but thanks for the nice rules ehh!! we will be nice like always!!! __________________ Perhaps you think you're being treated unfairly?

11-08-2007, 08:25 AM	#4 (permalink)
genusmtbkr5 Single Track Mind	Thanks Ethan, I will mention this before we roll. Hope to see you on the trails. __________________ Gene"GuidesNewWarriors" *http://www.warriorssociety.org/* *http://www.sharemtb.com/*

11-08-2007, 08:37 AM	#5 (permalink)
KonaDupee I'd rather be climbing...	As a teacher, I completely agree: never hurts to hear the basics again. __________________ *Climbing is* its own reward! It's obvious I'm not a weight-weenie; I ride a Kona!**

11-08-2007, 08:37 AM	#6 (permalink)
BrewMaster Thirsty	Never hurts to be reminded of a good thing. Always wear clean underwear in case you are in an accident. __________________ Solo rides are good for the soul.

11-08-2007, 08:40 AM	#7 (permalink)
Sharky Dirt Hippie	Especially at Del Cerro right now. They're a bit touchy at the moment. Kill them with kindness!! Doesn't hurt to remind fellow riders on the trails either. Sometimes they're just not aware of what's expected when it comes to trail etiquette. A little education doesn't hurt. __________________ Division 26

11-08-2007, 02:28 PM	#9 (permalink)
foofighter Duan'er - 29'er remixed	Good point Ethan. __________________ -Duan Dulce et Decorum Click the Button

11-08-2007, 03:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
OMR	Ahhhh grasshoper Ethan.... How you've grown in wisdom.... now snatch the pebbles from my hand.. __________________ OMR .... An elder grasshopper of the Tribe

11-08-2007, 04:05 PM	#15 (permalink)
maxwell Dirty Stinky PATH Love	Thanks.... Great to point out Ethan. I'm not sure how many noticed, but when doing up the route, I tried real hard to avoid the over populated trails. As in NO Coyote, or Rock-It. Cholla will be a bit crowded, but at that early, I'm betting on it mostly being our crowd. And once we get back to Lynx, I've got the feeling we'll be a bid spread out by then. Everybody enjoy your rides! __________________ "what if I say I'm not like the other's, what if I say, I'm not just another one, who play's the pretender, what if I say I will never surender" Foo Fighters - Pretender

11-09-2007, 04:04 PM	#17 (permalink)
Wrecker THE Penultimate Mtb'er	Ewwwwwwwwwwwwww, boys are yucky!!! __________________ "There are too many factors you have to take into account that you have no control over...The most important factor you can keep in your own hands is yourself. I always placed the greatest emphasis on that." Eddy Merckx

11-09-2007, 04:29 PM	#18 (permalink)
chongoblanco oohhhhhh yesssssss lordy!	does that mean no budweisers at the top of cholla at 6 in the morn __________________ *this is my bicycle there are many like it but this one is mine! my bicycle is my best friend, with out me it is useless, with out it I am useless!* *http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=XExL7hDQtt8*

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