BrewMaster's Birthday Ride & Beer Tasting

[KeepsWhatHappens]

Originally Posted by Elisheva

So if we don't ride because of weather, how are we gonna burn off all of those liquid calories????

12 oz curls

[ODB]

What about a road ride--preferably one that passes some spots for urban-type fun (drops, stairs, etc.)? Could also do a bike rodeo: trackstand contest, longest wheelie, bike limbo ... just throwing a couple things out there. Bike rodeo DURING the beer tasting could be particularly interesting.

[TrailJesus]

Originally Posted by ODB

What about a road ride--preferably one that passes some spots for urban-type fun (drops, stairs, etc.)? Could also do a bike rodeo: trackstand contest, longest wheelie, bike limbo ... just throwing a couple things out there. Bike rodeo DURING the beer tasting could be particularly interesting.

Sir I think you're on to something...

[Mudman]

if we do end up with a road ride type of deal, Im bringing the DH bike!!!

[Alex]

Originally Posted by ODB

What about a road ride--preferably one that passes some spots for urban-type fun (drops, stairs, etc.)? Could also do a bike rodeo: trackstand contest, longest wheelie, bike limbo ... just throwing a couple things out there. Bike rodeo DURING the beer tasting could be particularly interesting.

A trackstand contest for sure. I might have a chance...

What about that cutoff-trackstanding-contest-thing Pacman (right?) was talking about? I forgot the actual name to it...

[Devoid169]

I think for all the beer that needs to be opened - my oversized bicycle chain link bottle opener will need to be 'de-virginized'. I've had this thing for about 25 years now and don't think I've ever used it. I know - what a shame, but its a collectors item that I'm sick of just looking at. Maiden voyage this Saturday!! Whats the sound we're gonna hear? PSSST-CHIK! Aren't Zima's twist-offs?

[RustyIron]

Sam:
This "beer tasting" thing of which you speak--will there be limitations on the volume of beer that the men are allowed to consume? I'm very worried about the potential consequences of excess indulgence. Please see the attached article.

[BrewMaster]

Originally Posted by mfoga

So is it looking like the ride part is just about dead?

Not at all. If it doesn't rain anymore here in CH, then we have a great chance of getting to ride CHSP. THe ground hardly looks wet. It will probably dry out by noon tomorrow.

Say your prayers tonight kiddies.

[KeepsWhatHappens]

Let's think positive people! We'll be able to ride the trails...or else I hope SAM has a REALLY big house!!!

[Chewyeti]

we could always ride coal LOL

[BrewMaster]

Originally Posted by Chewyeti

we could always ride coal LOL

Linda and I were talking about that today. It would work.

[BrewMaster]

I am watching the weather forecast and it is not looking good. I think it is too early to call it, but right now it is looking like we will cancel the ride and just go on with the beer tasting and party at our place at noon. I'll confirm later today.

[OMR]

Originally Posted by BrewMaster

I am watching the weather forecast and it is not looking good. I think it is too early to call it, but right now it is looking like we will cancel the ride and just go on with the beer tasting and party at our place at noon. I'll confirm later today.

You may be on to something here, grasshopper...

[ODB]

Another option: Skyline to Beeks, then motor over to your casa for . Advanced riders could descend Fall Zones; novices and intermediates could just go back down Skyline. Again, just throwing something out there. Of course, all this is dependent on the sky not opening up again today.

[roguemoog]

Originally Posted by Devoid169

I think for all the beer that needs to be opened - my oversized bicycle chain link bottle opener will need to be 'de-virginized'. I've had this thing for about 25 years now and don't think I've ever used it. I know - what a shame, but its a collectors item that I'm sick of just looking at. Maiden voyage this Saturday!! Whats the sound we're gonna hear? PSSST-CHIK! Aren't Zima's twist-offs?

DUDE...that's a shame...25 years? That thing is SWEET I would use it all the time. Except I'm sure it would get lost that way...

[Chewyeti]

Originally Posted by ODB

Another option: Skyline to Beeks, then motor over to your casa for . Advanced riders could descend Fall Zones; novices and intermediates could just go back down Skyline. Again, just throwing something out there. Of course, all this is dependent on the sky not opening up again today.

fall zones = troy lee trail = skyline singletrack?

[ODB]

Originally Posted by Chewyeti

fall zones = troy lee trail = skyline singletrack?

The single- and double-tracks that crisscross the road. They're known as the Fall Zones in Randy Vogel's trail book. I've never been clear on whether Troy Lee = Fall Zones, or Troy Lee = Diablo (the not-so-kosher trail that drops off to the right of Skyline about a quarter mile before you reach the entrance to Upper Fall Zone).

[Chewyeti]

Originally Posted by ODB

The single- and double-tracks that crisscross the road. They're known as the Fall Zones in Randy Vogel's trail book. I've never been clear on whether Troy Lee = Fall Zones, or Troy Lee = Diablo (the not-so-kosher trail that drops off to the right of Skyline about a quarter mile before you reach the entrance to Upper Fall Zone).

Ive done the criss cross one where it rides the spines of the hill toward the bottom section.

tell me more about 'diablo'

[xhuskr]

Sam....keep us updated about the ride....my half to backout if there's not a ride....if I do, I'll still pitch in some bier for ya...just a LONG way to go (and my driver doesn't want to go w/out a ride )