Newbie Ride - Whiting Ranch 8:00 am Sunday Sept 16th

[Devoid169]

26 x 2.1 presta? I've got a couple on hand - will be at the McDonalds p-lot in the am. Blue '95 civic 4-door with rear rack - GT hardtail - supposed to be carpooling with Brian (neccros) but waiting for him to email his address tonite. Donny

[mtnbikej]

Just a thought.........with the number of people it looks like is going to show up......I hope that some will be kind enough and park in the Whitting Parking lot and, yes pay for parking. It's only a couple of bucks......don't be cheap.

Just my opnion. If there is an open spot, I will be parked there.

[KeepsWhatHappens]

Originally Posted by mtnbikej

Just a thought.........with the number of people it looks like is going to show up......I hope that some will be kind enough and park in the Whitting Parking lot and, yes pay for parking. It's only a couple of bucks......don't be cheap.

Just my opnion. If there is an open spot, I will be parked there.

I agree with your line of thinking Jason. We should be supporting the parks we ride in!

KeepsWhatHappens

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by mtnbikej

Just a thought.........with the number of people it looks like is going to show up......I hope that some will be kind enough and park in the Whitting Parking lot and, yes pay for parking. It's only a couple of bucks......don't be cheap.

Just my opnion. If there is an open spot, I will be parked there.

Originally Posted by KeepsWhatHappens

I agree with your line of thinking Jason. We should be supporting the parks we ride in!

KeepsWhatHappens

I will be there in the main lot and ride to the staging area. I hope it doesn't tire me out. BTW it's $3.00

[2wheel_lee]

Originally Posted by mtnbikej

Just a thought.........with the number of people it looks like is going to show up......I hope that some will be kind enough and park in the Whitting Parking lot and, yes pay for parking. It's only a couple of bucks......don't be cheap.

Just my opnion. If there is an open spot, I will be parked there.

Thanks for being our sacrificial volunteer.

Hmm...aren't these parks supported by our tax dollars?

[Ladd Jasper]

Originally Posted by mtnbikej

Just a thought.........with the number of people it looks like is going to show up......I hope that some will be kind enough and park in the Whitting Parking lot and, yes pay for parking. It's only a couple of bucks......don't be cheap.

Just my opnion. If there is an open spot, I will be parked there.

Here's another thought--avoid ripping people you're asking favors of. You were making a great point right up to the "don't be cheap" part.

Just my opinion.

[genusmtbkr5]

40+ riders and counting. Whiting will be ripping at the seams. I have my camera ready to go, this will be another classic. I may just stick to main group to take pics. I can always do the Luge anytime. Don't always get to see 40 riders going down Cactus at the same time.

[Neccros]

Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

40+ riders and counting. Whiting will be ripping at the seams. I have my camera ready to go, this will be another classic. I may just stick to main group to take pics. I can always do the Luge anytime. Don't always get to see 40 riders going down Cactus at the same time.

I forget the easy route through Whiting!!

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by Neccros

I forget the easy route through Whiting!!

That would be Whiting Rd. A fire road. I haven't been down it since it was worked on. I heard it wasn't as rutty at the bottom anymore.

[Neccros]

Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

That would be Whiting Rd. A fire road. I haven't been down it since it was worked on. I heard it wasn't as rutty at the bottom anymore.

Is there still alot of water crossings and rocky sections??

[J_Sims]

I hope all of you have a fantastic time.. It looks like you will be in good company.... I would not want to be a hiker out tomorrow morning...

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by Neccros

Is there still alot of water crossings and rocky sections??

No, the creeks have been dry for some time now. That rocky section has been filled and all you need is momentum to get over the sandy part and rocks and you can clean it.

[ezzyride]

Originally Posted by Neccros

Is there still alot of water crossings and rocky sections??

Water crossings are fun!

So is mud!

Yes there are some rocky sections - but you have a mountain bike with big tires. Don't Worry!

I didn't see any water crossing's when I was there earlier this summer.

See you manana!

[Neccros]

Not worried... Just whiting tends to have areas of rocks sticking out of the ground.... dunno what the official name of them is... rock garden?

Originally Posted by ezzyride

Water crossings are fun!

So is mud!

Yes there are some rocky sections - but you have a mountain bike with big tires. Don't Worry!

I didn't see any water crossing's when I was there earlier this summer.

See you manana!

[KeepsWhatHappens]

Originally Posted by Ladd Jasper

Here's another thought--avoid ripping people you're asking favors of. You were making a great point right up to the "don't be cheap" part.

Just my opinion.

He's not asking a "favor" just stating the facts. Alot of people spend thousands on their bikes and then cheap out and can't cough up a few bucks to park where they ride.

Be thankful there's a park like Whiting to ride in and just pay your dues.

Life's too short to be cheap.

KeepsWhatHappens

[ezzyride]

Necross - I crashed because of those rocks. Not this time! I won't be using my brakes.

I hope you ride some with me and Bailey tomorrow - Bailey is mountainbikerfred's little girl. We will be in the back - look for us.

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by ezzyride

We will be in the back - look for us.

LV, if the sweeps do their job, they will be in the back. It has to be that way so "no gets left behind".

Hoosierdaddy [09-16-2007 12:00 AM] - If my legs aren't spent from riding Noble, I'll be there.

Jeff, you can keep it mellow and not hammer. We'll need lots of sweeps for this ride, cause it will be stretched out.

[J_Sims]

Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

LV, if the sweeps do their job, they will be in the back. It has to be that way so "no gets left behind".

Hoosierdaddy [09-16-2007 12:00 AM] - If my legs aren't spent from riding Noble, I'll be there.

Jeff, you can keep it mellow and not hammer. We'll need lots of sweeps for this ride, cause it will be stretched out.

Wish I could help but sitting at the airport .... Have a great ride all

[Waldo]

Big apologies for not joining in, but I woke up this morning feeling sick. I have a hugely busy week coming up and can't afford to push it.

Neil, thanks for the bike offer (again!). I'll work something out with you one of these days soon.

Hope everyone's having a great time out there today. Looking forward to seeing the pics.