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genusmtbkr5 · 07-30-2007, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Sweetpea

Should we be bringing bags to pick up the garbage?

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Originally Posted by mtber3737

Gene,

Why don't we have LarDog bring bags when he brings the support bevs up? We'll need a truck to haul out all the trash that has accumulated over the years.

OMR

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Originally Posted by Edog

Are there going to be any tools, there lots of glass to be raked up, maybe gloves might be a good idea.

I will update this post after Thursday night when I speak to Lare Dog about trash bags and possible tools.

BrewMaster · 08-02-2007, 08:33 AM

For us noobs, any suggestions on stuff to bring?

I will carry my usual stuff:
- extra tube
- tire tools and patch kit
- pump
- multitool
- camelbak
- granola bars
- garbage bag

Anything else I should pack?

allison · 08-02-2007, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by BrewMaster

Anything else I should pack?

Body bag?

jk!

The climb up Blackstar to Beek's is actually a decent climb. It's once you get *passed* Beeks that it gets really difficult.

genusmtbkr5 · 08-02-2007, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by BrewMaster

For us noobs, any suggestions on stuff to bring?

I will carry my usual stuff:
- extra tube
- tire tools and patch kit
- pump
- multitool
- camelbak
- granola bars
- garbage bag

Anything else I should pack?

If you're prone to cramping, bring some electrolites. I usually bring a bottle of Cytomax. I'll have plenty of bags and gloves to use, so you can leave yours at home unless it's already packed and didn't take up too much room in your camelbak. Other than that, just bring your smile cause it's going to be lots of fun!

J_Sims · 08-02-2007, 09:19 AM

After talking with you and OMR yesterday I am in... Bringing the SS I can help Sweep or what ever you need. More then happy to help....

DeeZee · 08-02-2007, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by J_Sims

After talking with you and OMR yesterday I am in... Bringing the SS I can help Sweep or what ever you need. More then happy to help....

What the hell. I'm in too. Feel guilty for riding last night and not going to the meeting...............

Pack it in pack it out. I will bring a trash bag and Camelback MULE. It expands and can hold alot of trash

BrewMaster · 08-02-2007, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

If you're prone to cramping, bring some electrolites. I usually bring a bottle of Cytomax. I'll have plenty of bags and gloves to use, so you can leave yours at home unless it's already packed and didn't take up too much room in your camelbak. Other than that, just bring your smile cause it's going to be lots of fun!

I've just started riding with Cytomax in my camelbak. Tastes good and keeps my energy and electrolytes up. See y'all Saturday morning!

Neccros · 08-02-2007, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by BrewMaster

I've just started riding with Cytomax in my camelbak. Tastes good and keeps my energy and electrolytes up. See y'all Saturday morning!

That MAY not be a wise choice!!! I've heard of people putting other stuff besides water in the bladder and no matter how much they wash it out, they still get mold growing in it....

Just use a water bottle w/ your recovery drink and keep the camelbak for H2O

genusmtbkr5 · 08-02-2007, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Neccros

That MAY not be a wise choice!!! I've heard of people putting other stuff besides water in the bladder and no matter how much they wash it out, they still get mold growing in it....

Just use a water bottle w/ your recovery drink and keep the camelbak for H2O

I couldn't agree more. Also, there is nothing better than water when you are really, really thirsty.

J_Sims · 08-02-2007, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

I couldn't agree more. Also, there is nothing better than water when you are really, really thirsty.

except maybe Samuel Smith Oatmeal Stout

BrewMaster · 08-02-2007, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Neccros

That MAY not be a wise choice!!! I've heard of people putting other stuff besides water in the bladder and no matter how much they wash it out, they still get mold growing in it....

Just use a water bottle w/ your recovery drink and keep the camelbak for H2O

Thanks for the advice. I clean the bladder pretty thoroughly and have not had a problem yet. I am kind of obsessive about cleaning the bladder, actually.

The way my frame is designed, a water bottle hits the lockout lever on my rear shock, so it keeps flipping in and out of lockout. That's incredibly annoying and makes for a bad ride. So I ride with only the camelback. I may try to stash my tools in my saddle bag and try to fit a frozen water bottle in the pocket of my pack. We'll see...

Pete · 08-02-2007, 02:14 PM

I will see you then

tkblazer · 08-02-2007, 02:22 PM

i think i'm gonna ride the ss.... my legs hurt just thinking about it

genusmtbkr5 · 08-02-2007, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by tkblazer

i think i'm gonna ride the ss.... my legs hurt just thinking about it

You'll be fine, there are alot of SS's on this ride

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Originally Posted by Pete

I will see you then

Please go to the ride calendar and RSVP "yes" so I can get an estimated number of riders. Thanks, see you there

Hey Nam, does this mean Bret is coming also?

tkblazer · 08-02-2007, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

You'll be fine, there are alot of SS's on this ride

Please go to the ride calendar and RSVP "yes" so I can get an estimated number of riders. Thanks, see you there

Hey Nam, does this mean Bret is coming also?

true, but i'm a once a month SS'er.... that should change shortly tho..

I'm not sure if Bret is coming, Rob may be making an appearance and may even be on an SS

dstepper · 08-02-2007, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by tkblazer

i think i'm gonna ride the ss.... my legs hurt just thinking about it

Blackstar is one of the easier SS climbs around. Nothing that steep out there. If I was going on the ride I would leave the 32x18 gearing on the Niner. Ya I would be out of the saddle alot, but it's that what SSing is about.

Dean

Kid A · 08-02-2007, 02:38 PM

holy chit i just checked out the rsvp list. this is gonna be one mega ride. think u may have to get a parade permit to keep things legit

DeeZee · 08-02-2007, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Kid A

holy chit i just checked out the rsvp list. this is gonna be one mega ride. think u may have to get a parade permit to keep things legit

just think of the dust cloud on the way down. I may need to wear a painters mask

08-02-2007, 08:33 AM	#82 (permalink)
BrewMaster Thirsty	For us noobs, any suggestions on stuff to bring? I will carry my usual stuff: - extra tube - tire tools and patch kit - pump - multitool - camelbak - granola bars - garbage bag Anything else I should pack? __________________ “Very few are meant for a life of notoriety, yet all of us are meant for a life of significance." Erwin McManus, Wide Awake

08-02-2007, 09:19 AM	#85 (permalink)
J_Sims F.T.W.	After talking with you and OMR yesterday I am in... Bringing the SS I can help Sweep or what ever you need. More then happy to help.... __________________ If you don't live for something... You will die for nothing Big Thanks to ::: http://www.thepathbikeshop.com/

08-02-2007, 02:14 PM	#92 (permalink)
Pete Junior Member	Yes, I will be there. I will see you then

08-02-2007, 02:22 PM	#93 (permalink)
tkblazer Speakin' Tha Truth	i think i'm gonna ride the ss.... my legs hurt just thinking about it __________________ Bananaseat: i'm hitting it on a regular basis

08-02-2007, 02:38 PM	#97 (permalink)
Kid A RRRRRR UUUUUUU Readyyyyyy	holy chit i just checked out the rsvp list. this is gonna be one mega ride. think u may have to get a parade permit to keep things legit __________________ RIP: Taco Tuesday Funky Bunch Calling all Freaks -> http://www.socaltrailriders.org/foru...funkathon.html

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