On 9/14/2021 at 4:28 PM, Sluggo said:

How’s the improved version? Did they rework the whole trail?  

Man, I don't really know.  The sign at the TH said jumps and berms had been reworked, but I'd only hit that run once before, and that was with you.

Good Times

I have the Craftsman. I’ve had it for 2 or 3 years and it has been used for airing tires, repressurizing a well tank, drying bike chains and setting beads. It’s worked fine for me. If you settle on the Craftsman, you’ll need to buy your hose and attachments separately. 

14 hours ago, Sluggo said:

 

 

Always make me smile while gasping for oxygen. 

On 3/11/2021 at 9:21 AM, GFisher said:

Anyone been out here since the ice storm? I don't have a sense of how quickly State Parks might clear trails and don't have much faith in asking the park staff (from some past experiences).

 

I was there shortly after the storm and trees and limbs were down in abundance on Madrone and Juniper Ridge.  The horse trails I rode were mostly out of the trees, so they were good.  It was a bit of pain negotiating the downage, but I got in about 18 miles of dirt.  That was on 2-25.  Not particularly helpful, I know, but that's all I got.

This is the one I use.  It has two USB ports for charging and holds enough juice for multiple recharges.  It's water and dust proof, comes with a micro USB cable and another you can specify for either iPhone or Android.  I've been using it for the past two years and it's been flawless.

If for some reason you end up with a 104 bcd crankset, I have a Wolf Tooth 32t oval you can have.

25 minutes ago, quixoft said:

Must be a hell of a deal. Out of stock everywhere, even the Specialized site.

Call a dealer, like BSS and see if they will price match.  They may have that bike on hand.

Check out the Specialized Enduro.  With the rebate, it should put you close to where you want to be price-wise.

In case anybody was thinking about riding Flat Rock Ranch.

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ANNOUNCEMENT 4/6/2020

FLAT ROCK RANCH ONLY OPEN WEEKDAYS FOR DAY RIDING. No riding in groups. No congregating anywhere. Purchase weekday only pass online. Sign digital waiver. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.

• NO WEEKENDS.

• NO CAMPING.

 

1 hour ago, Sluggo said:

Can't wait to hear about it.

49 minutes ago, hurronnicane said:

I've camped out there, swam, and mountain biked. It is a real treasure.  I haven't seen it since the devastating flood on the Blanco in 2015.  Does the 533 acres represent the entire Ranch Cima property?  It seemed bigger.  

This is a pretty good article that answers a few questions.

Ha, he totally ate 'em.

BSS on Lamar has the Thule and Evoc carriers for rent.

Sounds like you need an orthotic insert.

13 hours ago, Trailrider said:

What's the best route in Pedernales to maximize the amount of singletrack you ride?

This is a good one.

Afternoon_Ride.gpx

23 minutes ago, AntonioGG said:

I'll make it a point to try both Trailforks and Strava in the near future.  I think Strava is just segments, not sure it's for navigation.  As for Trailforks, I have no clue.

It's been a while since I've used Strava on my phone to record, so not sure what's up with that.  However, I do know you can get pointed back in the right direction using Trailforks.

22 minutes ago, CBaron said:

I checked their website and they didn't have any Yeti's listed.  I guess they are available but not listed?

Yeah, I should have elaborated.  The Yeti's are in the demo fleet and are listed on the website under the Ride to Buy heading.  It might be a little pricey for what you want to do, but it also might be worth it to talk to them.  They'll usually work with you, depending on their reservation list.

1 minute ago, CBaron said:

Thanks for nothing fellas...

-CJB

BSS Lamar rents the SB100 and 130.

20 hours ago, notyal said:

I had a similar experience at Angelfire. It was an "easy" section, but I was going fast because, ya know, gravity. I think it is just really easy to take these sections for granted. One lapses in concentration and you'll be kissing dirt. In my case, I was adjusting a GoPro (or just blinking) and the front tire washed out on the downside of a little benchcut. Luckily, I was wearing a full face and my beautiful face was spared. 

Kinda like this?

NSFW: F-bomb

Maybe try these folks? 

https://www.austinwildliferescue.org/

If you are not already doing so, remember to equalize pressure in both your fork and shock.  Do this by going through travel at least 25%, 10 times.  This will equalized pressure between the positive and negative chambers, enabling you to acquire correct sag.

The manufacturer's recommendation is designed to get you close.  After that, you want to start measuring to dial it in.

On 12/29/2018 at 7:16 PM, cxagent said:

Does anybody have a copy of the trail map the SOS (Save Our Springs) sold a few years (4 or 5?) back that showed most of the trails in the BCGB? I can't find mine. I was looking for it to post in answer to crazyt's post.

If it would help the cause, I’d be happy to send it to you. 

2 hours ago, Barry said:

One thing I've been curious about, @DesertNomad... I count quite a lot of creek xings on your preride. Assuming the possible combo of mid 30s temps and several feet of water, how is that going to work? 

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