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Now the big machine work is done, it's time for us to wrap up this phase of the project by performing the more detailed trail work the machines couldn't do. We will meet 9:00am Saturday, May 25th at the Brushy Creek Sports Park by the Baseball Fields. When you enter the park from Brushy Creek road turn left at the first stop sign and drive to the end of the parking lot, that's where we will be meeting. After a brief talk, we will split into groups and head out to work on the trail. If you have tools such as loopers, rakes, pickaxes, hand saws, shovels, etc. bring them. Don't forget your gloves, water, and snacks. It would be great to have a big turn out to ensure the trail is in the best possible shape for the race on June 15th.

If I buy one of these can I ride with you guys?

as far as I know the trails are rideable so there's no excuse for all this punning.

You've also been told there are no cougars in Williamson County!

Sealant is not a pain at all compared to tubes.

I am one level below that. Technically I am an under the influencer.

It wood be though if it was made from old bike frames.

Ya'll be smokin some crackandfail.

You'll get arrested in Williamson Co. for having cotton mouth, even the snakes know this.

It is not titanium but I am selling a beautiful Jailhouse blue Ventana El Comandante frame that would look amazing above your fireplace. Check it out in the bikes for sale section. You are welcome Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk

CenTX terrain is brutal on bikes, especially tubes. I find that dealing with the occasional sealant top-off is well worth the freedom to run lower pressures without fear of pinch flats and getting most small punctures sealed before I even know they happened. I have still gotten the rare, occasional flat with tubeless, but the infrequency certainly makes the "hassle" worth not being eaten by mosquitoes while I install a new tube every other ride.

Or like when they print the ABV on the beer can. I'm currently comfortable around level 8. Too much more than that gets dangerous for me.

It is primarily a consumer thing. We tech people can decode letters easily, but consumers, not so much. https://www.wi-fi.org/discover-wi-fi/wi-fi-certified-6 Back on topic. I really like that Specialized categorization.

If I got all the other crap out of the way! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Not disagreeing with you there, but it is nice not have to change tubes anymore. I had to help change a tube last week for the first time in probably 5 years and it was not even mine.

A cedar stick and some super glue.

My tire rack isn’t as punny though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Likewise, I'm waiting on the TARDIS bike storage cabinet to be released. It's bigger on the inside.

But...it allows you to flip through your bike collection like the pages of your favorite book. Ironically, I don't have room in my garage to use these racks. I looked in to them a long time ago as Feedback Sports used to (maybe still do) make a similar rack.

I actually prefer CCW, just because the last part is easy, and after being so demoralized from the rest of the trail, I don't feel so defeated. On Moto, I prefer CW.

Why not make it even days odd days then? Cuz like for variety.

I had asked about the trails around Silver City, NM back on Mojo some time ago, and had a few responses from others on there. If you look on MTBproject, there seems to be a really interesting mix in that area. I just haven't made it out there. Might try to head out there this next time we head for El Paso. https://www.mtbproject.com/directory/8011535/silver-city

Looks nice, but $80 nice?

Cloudcroft has rockier trails and no shortage of technical climbs and descents from the Rim trail down and back up. You may have occasional dirt bike traffic to accommodate. Ruidoso is close by for a change of pace with a few trail systems and a lift-access with three runs at Ski Apache. Alamogordo, at the base of the mountains, has some desert riding. Taos offers North and South Boundary trails. Shuttle service available for South Boundary (22 mi.) By starting a ride at their Western-most trailheads (across the road from each other) you should have plenty of grunt to keep you happy going uphill. Once thoroughly punished there are several trail systems nearby that follow the Rio Grande that are flowy with good scenery. Northside, near Taos might be another option. (no personal experience there, but saw their website recently) Angel Fire is also just up the road with a plethora of lift-access goodness. I've got a trip planned to ride Ruidoso and Sante Fe trails in July. Been wanting to ride Dale Ball trails for a long time.

I rode here when I was there, not super technical but the views were pretty good. https://www.blm.gov/visit/white-ridge-bike-trails

There's some good info posted in the MTB Destinations thread on riding options in and around Santa Fe, NM.

G-Form https://g-form.com/shop-product/everybody The model I have isn't listed, but scroll down to see several shin and knee/shin guards. They breathe reasonably well, and are minimal. The light fabric is starting to show tears from the pedals hitting the calves from behind. Still, I'll buy more once I wear these out. Soccer shin guards with tall socks is another option. Plenty to choose from at sporting goods stores. I haven't tried this yet, but it might be great for Winter riding.

Big fan of the Indica.

It's hard to know which bike to pick, but you have to get On One or another and not be Surly about it, or have a problem with Enve when someone gets a bike with nice wheels, Orbea meany about it.

I wouldn't get the 510s designed for clipless pedals to use with flat pedals. You are giving up a big part of the main contact area between the sole of the shoe and the pedal.

When your bike has higher aspirations than you do...

Pie doesn’t live too long at my house. Two thoughts on this: 1. Patagonia as a brand and company have made saving the planet their mission. The fact that they had ARR there in a positive context is great! We head into the woods with shovels and picks but we do it in a responsible way that encourages people to enjoy and protect nature. Take a note BCP. 2. I have some Patagonia bike gear and it’s quality kit. Expensive AF but at least I feel like I’m putting some money to a cause. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I enjoyed the event. Wish the film was longer.

I wear 11.5s and the five10s fit me perfectly. Bought a dozen or so when they were being blown out for $40.00-$60.00.

My buddy Alex puts together some great videos, so here is another one to start this weekend off with some stoke! I hope yall like it. This was filmed mostly at Walnut creek on the outer log loop. I'm the guy in the blue shirt if anyone was wondering. Have a great weekend!