Bootleg Canyon - 11/10-11

[Fired Yo Momma]

Originally Posted by queenwilhelmina

Dave, I don't think we're going to Vegas, but we are planning on leaving Saturday AM, then back home Sunday afternoon. I'm also down to ride some of the XC trails there too since there are so many. We should have room for a 4th person also as long as Jason can limit the number of bikes he brings!

Cool!!!! I just really want to stay local. I am not looking to go to Vegas. My Mom will meet me Sat night and and I will proberly have dinner with her. I appreaciate the ride. I am down to leave Sunday afternoon.

[allison]

Originally Posted by CalEpic

One last request: The city that operates the park is continually battling budget issues and the bike park is often threatened with closure. There is a donation box at the bathrooms. Please chip in a few bucks. When you see the work done there you'll agree it's a good cause.

C

Great reminder, Craig! Justin and I usually leave a few bucks each time we are there.

Also, don't forget they have a sweet DJ/play area for post shuttling

[lukewiens]

so is there some dirt to pull up for a tent in the parking lot?? i sure hope it isn't all asphalt or jagged rock out there....how many we got camping out there anyway??

ps...anyone bringin lights??

[sdyeti]

yes, the lot is dirt (i think with some small rocks).

we are bringing lights, just in case...night ride anyone??

Originally Posted by lukewiens

so is there some dirt to pull up for a tent in the parking lot?? i sure hope it isn't all asphalt or jagged rock out there....how many we got camping out there anyway??

ps...anyone bringin lights??

[schleppp]

Originally Posted by lukewiens

anyone bringin lights??

I am bring my bike lights and also trying to get a lantern for us.

[sdyeti]

Skyline to Girl Scout...sounds fun!

Originally Posted by mechmann

hmmm.. i say we descend Skyline after dark!

[Evil Chocula]

I just wanted to remind everyone, I'm super pumped for this weekend!!!!

[2wheel_lee]

I am still planning on going, although there is a chance that I may not be able to. Unfortunately, I won't know until the Friday afternoon.

For those in need of armor, I have a Dianese upper body suit. I bought it near the beginning of the year. I swore it fit when I bought it, but by the time I went to wear it, it was too small (or really, I got too large). It's either a L or XL, but I would like to sell it to recoup some of my costs. If anyone is interested, I can bring it with me to Bootleg. I think I paid about 180 for it, but I'll let it go for 80ish - my loss, your gain!

Does anyone have a good map on how to get to the Bootleg parking lot? Their website doesn't have any useful information that I could find.

[Evil Chocula]

Originally Posted by 2wheel_lee

Does anyone have a good map on how to get to the Bootleg parking lot? Their website doesn't have any useful information that I could find.

I had a problem finding it last time I was there... I'd call All Mountain Cyclery for directions (I don't remember them myself). Hope you can make it, you can check out the setup on my new bike (don't know if I have understeering issue on this one yet).

[2wheel_lee]

Originally Posted by Evil Chocula

I had a problem finding it last time I was there... I'd call All Mountain Cyclery for directions (I don't remember them myself). Hope you can make it, you can check out the setup on my new bike (don't know if I have understeering issue on this one yet).

After riding my BMX bike and my singlespeed, I can assure you that I will have understeering issues until I adapt to my DH bike! (which usually takes a couple days of riding)

[mullarks]

Anyone interested in splitting a room at the Hacienda on Saturday? I just booked one with 2 queen beds, it would cost ike $40 for the night.

[denmother]

Originally Posted by 2wheel_lee

I am still planning on going, although there is a chance that I may not be able to. Unfortunately, I won't know until the Friday afternoon.

For those in need of armor, I have a Dianese upper body suit. I bought it near the beginning of the year. I swore it fit when I bought it, but by the time I went to wear it, it was too small (or really, I got too large). It's either a L or XL, but I would like to sell it to recoup some of my costs. If anyone is interested, I can bring it with me to Bootleg. I think I paid about 180 for it, but I'll let it go for 80ish - my loss, your gain!

Does anyone have a good map on how to get to the Bootleg parking lot? Their website doesn't have any useful information that I could find.

What style/year is it? Got photos?

Map:

[Fired Yo Momma]

Originally Posted by mullarks

Anyone interested in splitting a room at the Hacienda on Saturday? I just booked one with 2 queen beds, it would cost ike $40 for the night.

Yes I might be up for it. Worst case scenerio for me I can just crash at my Mom's place but she lives by Mt Charleston clear on the other side of Vegas. Will find out by tommorow fer sur

[J_Sims]

Originally Posted by mullarks

Anyone interested in splitting a room at the Hacienda on Saturday? I just booked one with 2 queen beds, it would cost ike $40 for the night.

Done....

[2wheel_lee]

Originally Posted by denmother

What style/year is it? Got photos?

Map:

Is the parking lot off of Yucca?

I remember it was the Dainese Summer Suit, but I can't find it doing a search. I got it at Cycle Gear around Spring of this year, so I assume it's a 2007 or maybe a 2006 model. I don't have any pics yet; it's just been hanging in my closet since I got it. I'll try to bring it, anyway.

[lukewiens]

so who is in line for riding the xc side while we are up there??

i figure if there is a group we could start throwing around ideas and plans for the day....

my plan is to scout out some riding for a lower skill level group (aka family members) for a future trip.

also, night ride saturday night?? xc, shuttle??

[2wheel_lee]

Originally Posted by lukewiens

my plan is to scout out some riding for a lower skill level group (aka family members) for a future trip.

also, night ride saturday night?? xc, shuttle??

My gf is interested in going, but she's only a beginner (but with elbow pads and knee pads!), but we are really unsure of what there is to offer her for beginner XC rides where she could ride with a group while I'm playing on the DH trails. Since we're unsure if there is really anything for her to do, she will not be going this time. If there are some good beginner XC trails there for her, she may go on a future trip.

Depending on how I feel after riding all day, I may still be game for doing a night DH shuttle. I will bring lights (note to self: charge lights).

[Evil Chocula]

Originally Posted by lukewiens

so who is in line for riding the xc side while we are up there??

i figure if there is a group we could start throwing around ideas and plans for the day....

my plan is to scout out some riding for a lower skill level group (aka family members) for a future trip.

also, night ride saturday night?? xc, shuttle??

I'm in for the XC side, and down for a Saturday night ride. I also know a really long, really sweet run we can try out, its somehting like Girlscout to Boyscout to IMBA to POW... I'll check the map.

[davidB]

I wish I had a bike that I'd trust to go with you guys. Mine won't be done for another week or so. Have fun and stay safe!

[allison]

[FONT=Arial]In addition to Lee, if we get our new 661 armor before this weekend, we'll be selling our Fox Launch suit flak jackets.

Mine is a small, Justin's is x-large.

Linky to the post:

07 Fox Launch Suits
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