Sunday Morning Fully Loop -- 8:00 am

[katonk]

The ride sometimes starts at 8:30, but I don't think it's ever started at 8:15... Personally, I'd prefer a 9:00 AM SHARP start time. I.E. meet up at 8:30, on the dirt by 9:01. I think more people would show up in general.

[Pugz]

Originally Posted by Dino Brown

I am 99% certain I will be attending the festivities. Hoping the ride can be pushed back (this week only) to 815/830. It would allow 3 or 4 extra people to join us!

Just a thought..... I could wait for them so as not to delay the group. Could meet up with the group somewhere along The Loop!

Of course we will wait, that will not be a problem. Glad to have 3 more people joining us.

[mtbmichael]

what is the difficulty of this trail? this may be my first ride-- assuming i finish my hw. haven't riden since november 07.

[bighit8]

Originally Posted by mtbmichael

what is the difficulty of this trail? this may be my first ride-- assuming i finish my hw.

Its pretty easy. It has some good climbs but they are all short. It is about 12 miles, or you can bail out in section if you get tired.

[faded1004]

dude, this is going to be my fist ride!!!

gear and 1 bottle of water should be okay right?

picking up helmet today...

[graves.z]

Originally Posted by faded1004

dude, this is going to be my fist ride!!!

gear and 1 bottle of water should be okay right?

picking up helmet today...

Gotta have the helmet, absolutely. The ride isn't too hard, so 1 bottle should be good. The last time I rode I barely touched my Water.

Originally Posted by mtbmichael

what is the difficulty of this trail? this may be my first ride-- assuming i finish my hw. haven't riden since november 07.

It's not much more than beginner for the most part. All ups and downs are short. If you want more there is some extra credit thats a bit harder. And if endurance is an issue there are many cutoffs that can be taken, just ask Dino.

[2wheel_lee]

I'll be coming with my girlfriend, who's ridden the loop many times. We're expecting to bring two of her friends. One who's ridden only a part of the loop before, and she'll be riding my 4X bike, so she'll be gear challenged. She's a full-on newbie. Her other friend supposedly owns a mountain bike, but has never really ridden before, I believe.

So, if some of you are worried about the trail, don't be. If you're feeling overly tires, there are several sections where you can shortcut.

I will be riding the Acura Bike Tour up in LA earlier in the morning. After that, I have to jam home, load up bikes and women, then head to the Loop. That's why I may be a bit late.

Water needs are a bit harder to predict. It depends on your average hydration level. I generally prefer to have too much water, than not enough. If you have too much, you can always pour some out as you realize you're not going to use it all. You may want to ask someone to carry a 12-16 oz bottle of water, if you have to. Additionally, it depends how long you're on the trail. If I'm riding solo, and I'm going to blast through the loop, I don't need to carry water. If I'm doing a group ride where I may be out there a couple two or three hours, I surely want some. By the way, you can start your hydration up to three days in advance by drinking plenty of water. This will make your reserves fuller for when you're out on the trail.

[Lambda_drive]

Originally Posted by mtbmichael

what is the difficulty of this trail? this may be my first ride-- assuming i finish my hw. haven't riden since november 07.

You shouldn't have a problem. The only hard parts are a few downhills and a few uphills, but you can always walk the uphillls and take it easy on the downhill parts. Besides that, the loop is pretty easy.

Originally Posted by faded1004

dude, this is going to be my fist ride!!!

gear and 1 bottle of water should be okay right?

picking up helmet today...

1 bottle should be fine, as long as you hydrate before the ride. That doesn't mean you should chug half a gallon of water before the ride though, unless you want to have an unplanned pit stop on the loop.

[faded1004]

hahahaa, yea... totally understand the pitstop thing... i think i am going to try to go with no back pack... i am thinking 2 bottles, and a pouch for gear... i looked at the picture and it seems okay...

[Frozen208]

So are we meeting at 8:30 instead of 8:00?

[Lambda_drive]

Hey Lee, are we going to do your extra credit at the end of the loop like last time?

[Dino Brown]

Originally Posted by Frozen208

So are we meeting at 8:30 instead of 8:00?

Be there by 815!!!

[Frozen208]

Originally Posted by Dino Brown

Be there by 815!!!

8:15 it is.

[faded1004]

i got my helmet right now... i am so there!

[bighit8]

I may come, was gonna have my kids this weekend, but have not been able to get a hold of their mom. So we will see.

[bighit8]

Ok I am in for 1 lap, see ya in the morn.

[1FG rider]

I'll be there. Swapped out the 19t to a 18t on the SS so we'll see how well I do on the climbs this time around.

[ezzyride]

That's right Lee are we doing your extra credit at the end?

I have a shorter "stem" (I think it is) on my handle bars.
Then come the slick tires (is it slick tires?)

Lee I think the bike is perfect for the extra credit, I don't think I need to duck to avoid the branches.

I am stressing about all the changes on my bike. Is it still my bike? Okay but Julia12 doesn't need my bike or does she? I am so confused.

I'll see you all in the morning and don't anybody worry - I know all the shortcuts and if anybody needs to ride back, I volunteer to ride back with them.

I haven't been on my bike almost two weeks. I am looking forward to the ride but I know my lungs will be hurting.

-Elvia

[katonk]

My Saturday night plans washed out. Will be there without my son.

[katonk]

Guys, just to review:

Following 2Wheel_lee ANYWHERE = bad idea. Unless of coarse, you're Chuck Norris. Remember, this guys wins pro races. His idea of "easy" or "no problem" is not in line with reality.