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Old 11-02-2007, 08:55 PM   #41 (permalink)
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I'll bet Stone would be a little more flexible if they knew how many people would be coming by...
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Old 11-02-2007, 09:05 PM   #42 (permalink)
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Bottles of beer may not be allowed, but red plastic cups with unnamed liquid in them may be acceptable. I'm not sayin', I'm just sayin'.
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Old 11-02-2007, 09:19 PM   #43 (permalink)
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Considering the wide range of abilities even in newbs, it's hard to say Daley is the right trail for them. When I think Newb, I think someone's first or second ride. I personally wouldn't take a newb to Daley. It's far from an advanced level ride, but I do believe it's highlevel beginner-intermediate.
Most of the newbs have done Black Star to Beek's, Santiago Oaks, Tijeras Creek/Oneill, Whiting, Chino Hills. None are really "newbie" friendly. It's more the pace that makes it hard or easy. Believe me, I've been on rides that made me feel like a newb. The newbs have made huge strides to get better, I think they can handle it.

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Let me know how you want to do it and we'll make it happen for sure. I just want to let you know of obstacles that are out there.
I would like a variation like we had at the O'neill ride and at the Chino Hills ride to keep the others from waiting too long like they did on the Whiting ride.

Plus, it's tough to schedule all these newbie rides in the middle of these races and training rides we have. Combining the 2 just makes it easier for those who would love to meet and celebrate with the SD folks. No better reason than presenting a new ride to Mark. We all want to be there for that.

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Does "newb" mean new to STR or a mtn biking beginner? I'm the former but not latter.
Yes to both. New to the site and new to the sport.
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Old 11-02-2007, 09:21 PM   #44 (permalink)
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Not to be the one to bring down the party... BUT, is it really that big a deal if we BBQ without alcohol? WAIT.........WAIT A SECOND MORE!!! YEP!!! IT'S OFFICIAL!!! I DID FORGET WHO I WAS TALKING TOO!!!
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Old 11-02-2007, 11:40 PM   #45 (permalink)
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Just checked the Lake Dixon site--looks like alcohol is not allowed except at the campgrounds. Anyone up for a sleepover??

Oh wait... it's a Sunday

There is the undercover beer cup idea, or they've got group camping available...you could pay for the sites but not spend the nite...but check-in is 2PM & checkout at noon..doesn't work out so great for a ~two hour ride that starts at 9:30. Unless the campsites were bought for Sat & Sun nites both...but $20 a nite.... Parking at campsites is limited, but we've got bikes...

Well, can the date be changed?...following the ride with Stone Brewery just seems right.
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Old 11-03-2007, 12:37 AM   #46 (permalink)
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I'll bet Stone would be a little more flexible if they knew how many people would be coming by...
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There is the undercover beer cup idea, or they've got group camping available...you could pay for the sites but not spend the nite...but check-in is 2PM & checkout at noon..doesn't work out so great for a ~two hour ride that starts at 9:30. Unless the campsites were bought for Sat & Sun nites both...but $20 a nite.... Parking at campsites is limited, but we've got bikes...

Well, can the date be changed?...following the ride with Stone Brewery just seems right.
date is set.

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Most of the newbs have done Black Star to Beek's, Santiago Oaks, Tijeras Creek/Oneill, Whiting, Chino Hills. None are really "newbie" friendly. It's more the pace that makes it hard or easy. Believe me, I've been on rides that made me feel like a newb. The newbs have made huge strides to get better, I think they can handle it.



I would like a variation like we had at the O'neill ride and at the Chino Hills ride to keep the others from waiting too long like they did on the Whiting ride.

Plus, it's tough to schedule all these newbie rides in the middle of these races and training rides we have. Combining the 2 just makes it easier for those who would love to meet and celebrate with the SD folks. No better reason than presenting a new ride to Mark. We all want to be there for that.



Yes to both. New to the site and new to the sport.
well put. thank you Gene.
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Old 11-03-2007, 08:16 AM   #47 (permalink)
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Not to be the one to bring down the party... BUT, is it really that big a deal if we BBQ without alcohol? WAIT.........WAIT A SECOND MORE!!! YEP!!! IT'S OFFICIAL!!! I DID FORGET WHO I WAS TALKING TOO!!!
Looks like somebody needs to read the scientific evidence: Beer the new gatoraid?
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Old 11-04-2007, 08:58 PM   #48 (permalink)
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Thumbs up FYI, grasshoppers
They didn't allow beer in O'Neil at the Newbie ride... and that didn't seem to stop consumption... I'm sure the same would hold true for Daily Ranch .. as long as nobody is taking off their clothes and running amuck, (this is NOT the Fullerton Loop), the BBQ with covered beer would probably work out fine.
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Old 11-04-2007, 09:55 PM   #49 (permalink)
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"as long as nobody is taking off their clothes and running amuck"

... ok, ok - I'll behave.
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Old 11-06-2007, 01:47 PM   #50 (permalink)
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I went to the their home page and what did I see...

http://www.dirtragmag.com/

Mark's mug at the infamous Hooterville.
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Old 11-06-2007, 01:56 PM   #51 (permalink)
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I went to the their home page and what did I see...

http://www.dirtragmag.com/

Mark's mug at the infamous Hooterville.
Way to go Mark putting STR on the map. What a crappy way to do it though. I would rather not see you on the web for this reason. I do like the "San Diego Chapter" line. w00t! w00t!
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Old 11-06-2007, 01:59 PM   #52 (permalink)
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I do like the "San Diego Chapter" line. w00t! w00t!
Does that mean it's official?
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Old 11-06-2007, 02:08 PM   #53 (permalink)
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Wow, my first published photo. Don't worry, I won't let the fame go to my head.

I like how they put his last name as "Sladnas".
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Old 11-06-2007, 02:10 PM   #54 (permalink)
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I went to the their home page and what did I see...

http://www.dirtragmag.com/

Mark's mug at the infamous Hooterville.
That's awesome!
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Old 11-06-2007, 02:12 PM   #55 (permalink)
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Wow, my first published photo. Don't worry, I won't let the fame go to my head.

I like how they put his last name as "Sladnas".
Did they get an OK from you to use the image. chi-ching
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Old 11-06-2007, 02:13 PM   #56 (permalink)
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Did they get an OK from you to use the image. chi-ching
No they didn't actually. I hear lawsuit!! I'll donate the settlement money to the bike fund.
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Old 11-06-2007, 02:14 PM   #57 (permalink)
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No they didn't actually. I hear lawsuit!! I'll donate the settlement money to the bike fund.
Technically they have to mention the photographer. You might be able to swing a lifetime subscription.
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Old 11-06-2007, 02:15 PM   #58 (permalink)
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