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« on: March 26, 2008, 08:00:08 AM » |
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I plan on being there by 630 and rolling out shortly after. I have a white Ford truck, black dog, black bike. Everyone welcome, I'll ride whatever speed of the people who show up.
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« Reply #1 on: March 26, 2008, 09:07:07 AM » |
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I am definitely interested, but tryng to decide if I'll leave earlier. The park curfew is still in effect (confirm....?) so if you leave at 6:30, are you running lights or trying to beat the sun down?
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Durb
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« Reply #2 on: March 26, 2008, 02:33:12 PM » |
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At first I thought it would be early enough to get a ride in before dark but after looking at the sunset we'll have to finish in the dark. I have an extra light but someone else is already borrowing it. I have to wait on my two friends who are going with us so it might be more like 6:45 but I am hoping for the best.
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Durb
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« Reply #3 on: April 01, 2008, 05:52:55 PM » |
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The weather looks good for tomorrow so the ride is defenitely on. I'm going to try to be there by 6:30. We should have light for an hour or so, so if you don't have a light you can still catch most of the ride and bail as it gets darker. Since the ban is no longer in effect I plan on getting a good ride in so will take my light with me. Hope to see some people out there tomorrow!
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« Reply #4 on: April 02, 2008, 12:44:29 PM » |
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I'm planning to come out tonight w/light ~ see you 6:30 at VG
John
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Durb
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« Reply #5 on: April 02, 2008, 01:58:29 PM » |
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Could you do 6? I'm short one light for a friend and if we left at 6 wouldn't need the lights.
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« Reply #6 on: April 02, 2008, 03:20:02 PM » |
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yeah, 6 is good
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Durb
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« Reply #7 on: April 02, 2008, 04:39:29 PM » |
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6 at the inn it is then. I'll be in my white truck, black dog, and black bike.
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Durb
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« Reply #8 on: April 02, 2008, 09:03:58 PM » |
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Sorry Halfloop. We must've missed you. We got stuck in downtown traffic and didn't pull up until about 6:15. I looked but didn't see anyone that looked like they were waiting. On the bright side, we rolled out of the parking lot at 6:30 and got 5 1/2 miles before it got too dark. Next week I'll just stick to 6:30 and we should have enough light for those without headlamps.
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« Reply #9 on: April 03, 2008, 05:57:12 AM » |
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np, I thought maybe I missed you cause I got there at exactly 6, saw 1 white pickup but no black dog. Waited for about 10 min then rolled out. Maybe next week.
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Durb
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« Reply #10 on: April 03, 2008, 08:03:02 AM » |
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Hopefully we can hook up next week. I live in Northern Liberties and picked one of my biking buddies up at 18th and Bainbridge. I left at 5:15 thinking that would be plenty of time but was wrong. Next week he'll just meet us out there! See ya then.
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Durb
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« Reply #11 on: April 09, 2008, 08:11:25 AM » |
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Hey all, I had a terrible accident last night. As we were packing up at the pavillion last night, the park ranger was coming to tell us to get out because it was about 9. I was in a hurry becuase I felt bad about pushing the time limit and in my hurry left one of the straps on my bike rack undone. Long story short, bike fell off and imploded on 76 near City Ave. Sooooo, I'm currently on suicide watch and won't be able to ride tonight. Hopefully you all will have a good ride anyway. I could borrow my buddy's old Foes but I don't think I'm in the mood. The worste part is that I'm going to Moab next Tuesday and was excited becuase US air was going to let me take my bike bag without charge. I guess now I'll be demoing some rides in the hopes I find one I like while there. I just put in a claim with my insurance hoping they'll cover it. Unfortunately we don't have renter's insurance so it's all up to my auto. Also, due to being in Moab, I won't be here for ride next wednesday or Rally. Hopefully I'll have a bike by the following wednesday and can get the ride up and running again. Let me know if any of you are selling a good used bike.
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« Reply #12 on: April 09, 2008, 08:55:33 AM » |
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Durb, wow man that really sucks! But shit, there ain't nothin you can do about it now except get a new bike. In the meantime I have a Kona Coiler that you can ride if you dont get a bike by your next ride. Keep your head up bro. SHIT HAPPENS! Oh, and Moab will help take your mind off of this incident like nothing else. Have a BLAST!
Make sure to ride these trails: Slick Rock (obviously) Porcupine Rim, Bartlett's Wash and Soverign Trail
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Mmmmmmmm, post ride beers
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« Reply #13 on: April 09, 2008, 09:39:25 AM » |
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DURB THAT SUCKS MAN!! hOly Sh*t!
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« Reply #14 on: April 09, 2008, 12:05:29 PM » |
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Durb, that sucks, man! Your bike came flying off onto I-76? I feel sorry for you and your bike, but was there anyone in a car behind you when it came flying off? I hope you just need to pay for a new bike and not someone else's car.
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You must let nothing deter you in your quest for ALL.....No, ALL!
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« Reply #15 on: April 09, 2008, 05:50:11 PM » |
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Thanks for the sympathy. Rico, I think everyone got out of the way in time which is good. Thanks for the offer Lou, I may take you up on it. I can borrow my buddy's old Foes for now but I may join you in JT saturday if it's not raining in which case I would rather have a little more suspension. I'll get back to you after we know more about the weather. It is fun to look at bikes though.
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« Reply #16 on: April 09, 2008, 06:22:02 PM » |
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Any chance you're selling the Coiler?
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« Reply #17 on: April 09, 2008, 09:14:51 PM » |
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Awesome shot, Lou. Are most of the slickrock trails painted with trail markings out there? I'm heading out there in September.
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« Reply #18 on: April 10, 2008, 09:05:14 AM » |
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Durb, sorry man, not a chance.
Jon, yes slickrock has most of the trails marked but they are not that easy to see all the time. You can mostly follow the black rubber marks from the tires!
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« Reply #19 on: April 10, 2008, 10:06:49 AM » |
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That totally sucks about your bike!!! 
My insides hurt just at the thought ....
But Moab is an awsome adventure, stay hydrated, you'll be enjoying some of the best riding in the world .
In life if you fall of your bike , get back on again, if your bike falls off...drink heavily..or go to Moab .
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« Reply #20 on: April 10, 2008, 06:27:23 PM » |
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I'm mending my heart with the search for a new bike. I'm going to re-build with some of the stuff that didn't get creamed and try to upgrade what I have to replace. I'm looking at some Kona Dawg frames that are on sale at Wheelworld. Lou, how do you like the coiler? It's more of a free-ride 6" setup isn't it? How's the frame on weight?
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« Reply #21 on: April 10, 2008, 11:48:01 PM » |
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Durb, I love the Coiler. I have it set up as a light trail bike with 5" of travel. I have air suspension and two sets of wheels, one heavy and one light. I use the heavy set in the Wiss and the light set at Belmont and WHite Clay where there are not near as many rocks and it's smooth and fast. But I don't ride this bike near as much as my Gemini which is my heavy 6" coil suspension bike. However you can easily put coil suspension on the Coiler, if you're looking for that, and it would make for a sweet freeride rig. The Dawg's are real nice too! Either way you will have a sweet ride... I personally prefer coil suspension as it has a much more plush feel and the rebound is much more responsive. You can't replicate a steel coil spring with a cushion of air. But the weight savings of air suspension is its major benefit...
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Durb
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« Reply #22 on: April 11, 2008, 08:01:28 AM » |
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Cool. They have a real good deal on the frames but they don't have my size in the dawg. I wasn't sure if I could get the Coiler to match up with my 5" fork. Did you change the shock that comes with it? The one I'm buying comes with a coil Fox Vanilla R. Can I dial that back to match up with my front or should I put my Fox Float R air shock on it?
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« Reply #23 on: April 23, 2008, 10:26:13 AM » |
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Well, just got back from Moab...which is about the greatest place on earth. I caught 8 inches of powder at Snow Basin last Tuesday and rode Moab the next four days! I still don't have my bike yet. I'm hoping it comes in today so will let you know later if there is a chance of riding. I could ride my friends hardtail but not sure if I want to. If anyone wants to ride with us and has a L/M full suspension I could borrow, let me know. Anyway, I'll update this afternoon if the 6:30 ride is going to happen or not. I should know by noon if the bike came in today.
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« Reply #24 on: April 23, 2008, 03:46:40 PM » |
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Ok, I've decided to go even without the new ride. We'll be at the Valley Green Parking lot around 6:30. I'll probably come in from the Chestnut Hill side.
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Durb
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« Reply #25 on: April 30, 2008, 09:14:11 AM » |
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Ride is on! I'll be there at 6:30, in the Chestnutt Hill side parking lot.
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« Reply #26 on: April 30, 2008, 09:23:00 AM » |
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Is this a beginners friendly ride? I know it says slow to moderate, so I'm just curious. I'm still on the slow side and if I were to come I'd hate to hold people up.
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Durb
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« Reply #27 on: April 30, 2008, 11:02:58 AM » |
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We have a little of everything in our group but tonight so far no one else can go so I'd be happy to ride whatever speed you want.
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« Reply #28 on: April 30, 2008, 03:14:48 PM » |
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Hey man, that sounds great I really appreciate that, but now I'm not sure if I'll be able to make it either. I have someone coming by my apartment to take a look at something and I'm not sure how long that will take.
Do you plan to ride at 6:30 no matter what? If so, is there a number that I could call or text you at to let you know if I'll be coming or not?
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Durb
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« Reply #29 on: April 30, 2008, 03:29:32 PM » |
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yeah, I'll try to roll out around 6:30 no matter what in case anyone else is planning on showing up. I come from the city and deal with traffic so it's not always exactly 6:30 but that's what I shoot for to be somewhat predictable in case anyone wants to just show up. You can text or call me at 816-645-6757 to let me know if you'll make it.
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