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Pugz · 05-14-2008, 07:39 AM

Should be a great time, I'm really looking forward to it.

denmother · 05-14-2008, 08:07 AM

Here's pictures from one of our STR rides last August.

http://www.socaltrailriders.org/gall...ry.php?cat=845

surlygal · 05-16-2008, 09:42 AM

~just another BUMP~
Happy Friday

CC · 05-18-2008, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jamesdc

thats the problem, i dont have a backup bike, my only other bike is a rigid dj bike with slick tires

With this big of a group the bike shop might consider doing a demo daY

surlygal · 05-18-2008, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by CC

With this big of a group the bike shop might consider doing a demo daY

Not sure if the Permit I pulled for the use of the park will allow a DEMO...It's at work I'll have to look tomorrow.

Kurt (rmb socal) & I were talking about this very thing yesterday, I think there might be some demo's available for use..... But I don't think he's going to bring a demo fleet with him....If someone needs a demo contact Kurt (rmb socal) and he can make arragments for you.

This is still almost 2 months away. The date is set, the park is reserved, plenty of plans will be made between now and then.

GP_pilot · 05-19-2008, 12:20 AM

Is anyone camping out on Fri and/or Sat night?

Oh and I guess there's no need for an 11 person/bike shuttle vehicle for DH bikes

freekengo · 05-19-2008, 06:21 AM

I went up there on Saturday to get out of the heat and the trails off of the Summit chair lifts are in GREAT shape! Upper and lower fall line, Pirates, etc... Not dusty and other than a few unexpected trees fallen on the trail, it was fantastic.

It's been a while since I've done any sustained downhill stuff..... I have body parts that are sore that I never knew existed.....AGAIN!

I'll be going back up there more regularly before the trails gets chewed up and too dusty.... Unless I'm leading the pack the whole time!!!!!! not likely..

L8 APEKS · 05-19-2008, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by jamesdc

How strict is big bear on the bike limits? My only trail bike is a 8 inch travel rocky rmx that weighs 45+ pounds with a single chainring and 2.7 tire. Will they let me on the lifs if I show up with a halfshell helmet and the seatpost up so it looks like I'm going to ride xc?

Snow Summit/Bear Mtn bike rules:

Only cross-country style bikes are permitted on the Scenic Sky Chair. No downhill specific bikes will be transported. Any one of the following four factors will disqualify a bike from being transported on the chair.

1. Bikes must be less than 35 pounds.
2. Designated tire size must be less than 2.5.
3. Front shock must have less than 6 inches of travel.
4. Bikes must have three chain rings unless they are single speed.

GP_pilot · 05-19-2008, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by freekengo

the trails off of the Summit chair lifts are in GREAT shape! Upper and lower fall line, Pirates, etc... Not dusty and other than a few unexpected trees fallen on the trail, it was fantastic.

I'll be going back up there more regularly before the trails gets chewed up and too dusty....

That will prob last until this weekend.

chongoblanco · 05-19-2008, 10:53 AM

44lbs 2.35 tires and a fork thats 30mm travel with dual rings 1.4miles no prob!

wait! you mean you have to peddle a bike oh the humanity!

thank you for setting this up and taking time out of your daily grind to pull a PERMIT! so everyone can enjoy this.

KUDOS!

Letyrides · 05-19-2008, 11:09 AM

We camped out Saturday evening and went riding all day yesterday. Weather was perfect. Trails are in good condition but again there wasn't much traffic up there yet. I can't tell you how many heavy bikes we saw (with full face helmets, pads, etc.). Seems like we were the only ones to follow the rules, oh wait we did get caught on an illegal trail

but other that we followed the rules, I swear.

ghixon · 05-19-2008, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Letyrides

We camped out Saturday evening and went riding all day yesterday. Weather was perfect. Trails are in good condition but again there wasn't much traffic up there yet. I can't tell you how many heavy bikes we saw (with full face helmets, pads, etc.). Seems like we were the only ones to follow the rules, oh wait we did get caught on an illegal trail

but other that we followed the rules, I swear.

Was up on the southside Sunday. I was more towards the west end by PineKnot, Stonehenge, Lodge Pole and Plantation. I ran across MAYBE 5 people the entire 18 miles I put in. All of those folks were in XC gear. I suppose the DH'ers were over on the east end playing on Fall Line.

Where did you guys ride while you were up there?

Greg

freekengo · 05-19-2008, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Letyrides

We camped out Saturday evening and went riding all day yesterday. Weather was perfect. Trails are in good condition but again there wasn't much traffic up there yet. I can't tell you how many heavy bikes we saw (with full face helmets, pads, etc.). Seems like we were the only ones to follow the rules, oh wait we did get caught on an illegal trail

but other that we followed the rules, I swear.

I was noticing the same thing on Sat. I was in full compliance with my Enduro SL. But I wore my full face and pads for good measure. I saw a ton of guys out there with RMX's, Stab's, Big Hit's, etc... I guess it depends on who's running the lifts at the time! It's all good man!

b5driver · 05-19-2008, 01:01 PM

We're going to be up at my parents in Arrowhead that weekend. Does anyone have any idea how long it takes to get over to BB? I'm trying to think of a way to convince my family to come over, spend the day in Big Bear and stay for the BBQ.

ghixon · 05-19-2008, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by b5driver

We're going to be up at my parents in Arrowhead that weekend. Does anyone have any idea how long it takes to get over to BB? I'm trying to think of a way to convince my family to come over, spend the day in Big Bear and stay for the BBQ.

About 40 minutes from Arrowhead to B.B.

roguemoog · 05-19-2008, 04:41 PM

This looks fun. Count me in. I'm new to the site so hopefully I'll meet some of you before this. Either way the GF and I will most likely be there.

We'd like to camp. Who else is camping? I'm assuming like everything else in SoCal it's a reservations required type of things. I'll look into that soon.

surlygal · 05-19-2008, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by roguemoog

We'd like to camp. Who else is camping? I'm assuming like everything else in SoCal it's a reservations required type of things. I'll look into that soon.

For anyone who's thinking about camping - I would make those reservations sooner than later, the campsites in Big Bear tend to fill up quick! Especially this time of year

roguemoog · 05-20-2008, 08:44 AM

Yeah I noticed that. Serrano is booked but the other place on the first post was still open (though it has no showers).

I'm sad now, I just remembered I've got to be at a trade show in Vegas July 11th-15th. This sucks, I was so excited to go I completely forgot about that.

surlygal · 05-22-2008, 05:46 PM

Quick Bump ~

Plan now - for a great weekend with a few of your pals

surlygal · 06-05-2008, 08:45 AM

Friendly bump

05-16-2008, 09:42 AM	#43 (permalink)
surlygal goin all the way!!!	~just another BUMP~ Happy Friday __________________ tkblazer: " i'm a freakin roadie now" Wrecker: "Although six inches is fine with me, it'll have to be white. "

05-19-2008, 10:53 AM	#50 (permalink)
chongoblanco wild in the streets!!!	44lbs 2.35 tires and a fork thats 30mm travel with dual rings 1.4miles no prob! wait! you mean you have to peddle a bike oh the humanity! thank you for setting this up and taking time out of your daily grind to pull a PERMIT! so everyone can enjoy this. *KUDOS!* __________________ YOU ARE NOT HOW MUCH MONEY U HAVE IN THE BANK, YOUR NOT THE CAR U DRIVE, YOUR NOT THE CONTENTS OF YOUR WALLET, YOUR NOT YOUR @#$%ING KHAKIS... YOUR THE ALL SINGING ALL DANCING CRAP OF THE WORLD. {TYLER DURDEN}

05-19-2008, 11:09 AM	#51 (permalink)
Letyrides Yipee Skippy!	We camped out Saturday evening and went riding all day yesterday. Weather was perfect. Trails are in good condition but again there wasn't much traffic up there yet. I can't tell you how many heavy bikes we saw (with full face helmets, pads, etc.). Seems like we were the only ones to follow the rules, oh wait we did get caught on an illegal trail but other that we followed the rules, I swear. __________________ "The bicycle is just as good as most husbands and, when it gets old and shabby, a woman can dispose of it and get a new one without shocking the entire community." - Ann Strong

05-22-2008, 05:46 PM	#59 (permalink)
surlygal goin all the way!!!	Quick Bump ~ Plan now - for a great weekend with a few of your pals __________________ tkblazer: " i'm a freakin roadie now" Wrecker: "Although six inches is fine with me, it'll have to be white. "

06-05-2008, 08:45 AM	#60 (permalink)
surlygal goin all the way!!!	Friendly bump __________________ tkblazer: " i'm a freakin roadie now" Wrecker: "Although six inches is fine with me, it'll have to be white. "

05-14-2008, 07:39 AM	#41 (permalink)
Pugz Fat guy in a little coat	Should be a great time, I'm really looking forward to it.

05-14-2008, 08:07 AM	#42 (permalink)
denmother	Photos Here's pictures from one of our STR rides last August. http://www.socaltrailriders.org/gall...ry.php?cat=845 __________________ My Blog/My Sponsorhouse profile ~Weekends are like recess for adults so play hard until the bell rings Gene Hamilton: Happy, friendly people that may not be the best athletes are more fun than arrogant "experts".

05-19-2008, 12:20 AM	#46 (permalink)
GP_pilot Epic Builder	Is anyone camping out on Fri and/or Sat night? Oh and I guess there's no need for an 11 person/bike shuttle vehicle for DH bikes

05-19-2008, 06:21 AM	#47 (permalink)
freekengo	I went up there on Saturday to get out of the heat and the trails off of the Summit chair lifts are in GREAT shape! Upper and lower fall line, Pirates, etc... Not dusty and other than a few unexpected trees fallen on the trail, it was fantastic. It's been a while since I've done any sustained downhill stuff..... I have body parts that are sore that I never knew existed.....AGAIN! I'll be going back up there more regularly before the trails gets chewed up and too dusty.... Unless I'm leading the pack the whole time!!!!!! not likely..

05-19-2008, 01:01 PM	#54 (permalink)
b5driver STR Veteran	We're going to be up at my parents in Arrowhead that weekend. Does anyone have any idea how long it takes to get over to BB? I'm trying to think of a way to convince my family to come over, spend the day in Big Bear and stay for the BBQ.

05-19-2008, 04:41 PM	#56 (permalink)
roguemoog Member	This looks fun. Count me in. I'm new to the site so hopefully I'll meet some of you before this. Either way the GF and I will most likely be there. We'd like to camp. Who else is camping? I'm assuming like everything else in SoCal it's a reservations required type of things. I'll look into that soon.

05-20-2008, 08:44 AM	#58 (permalink)
roguemoog Member	Yeah I noticed that. Serrano is booked but the other place on the first post was still open (though it has no showers). I'm sad now, I just remembered I've got to be at a trade show in Vegas July 11th-15th. This sucks, I was so excited to go I completely forgot about that.

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