Hi Bryan! It was good to meet you on Sunday (at Whiting)! I always enjoy getting to meet STR peeps in person! You mentioned having a friend (sister/girlfriend/coworker?) who was hesitant to get out and ride. There is a beginner ride at Aliso Woods THIS Saturday, led by the Trail Angels and RnR Divas. I think we are meeting at 8 or 8:15. You should have her come out and ride with us! There will be a lot of riders of different levels, and she can do the fun totally non-tech fire road (I think there are a few gals a little nervous about being out there). There will also be other routes for groups of different abilities, and I think you said she has the cardio, just not the skills/confidence. There will also probably be some "trail males" out there, too, so feel free to join us! Hope to see you on the trails again and good recovery at OTH (saw your post)! - Dawn