Ridenfool

Added a new section to Litterbox. Wheel mileage from Trailhead to Trailhead read 17.7 miles. Ridership has been picking up. Over 300 riders have submitted the Annual Waiver so far this year. Trails are in great shape, despite the wind's efforts to drop dead fall, riders are letting us know and we're clearing debris. Update: on a more recent ride I included the "Race Loop" around the pond at the entrance and back up to the trailhead and wheel mileage shows 18.01 miles.

Met a couple of riders from Austin who were crewing on a commercial shoot at Rocky Hill. They brought their bikes along so they could take a short ride during the lunch break. It was their first time to RHR. They said they would be back to sample more of it. The shoot itself was a long day, 6a-6p and it was amazing to watch all the people and equipment that set up for it in the campground. At the end of the day I sat in the van and played Jackson Browne's "The Load Out" while watching them break it all down and pack it up. Riding was open and there were a lot of riders out. From what I could tell from returning riders the trail was in fine shape after Thursday's rain.

As I understand it, It is only charging or operation in extreme cold without prewarming the battery that might be an issue. Storage, not so much of a worry. Generally, for long-term storage keeping the battery charged at 75% or so is optimal. Never leave a lithium battery on the charger longer than necessary to reach a full charge as that can reduce the lifespan of the battery. Every battery may have it's own idiosyncrasies, so the definitive answer will be found in the documentation that came with the bike. Essentially, RTFM for the correct answer. 😉

Some yahoo named Aaron Gwin was hot-dogging at Rocky Hill earlier this year and some folks made a video of it... I'd tell ya this is a no bull story, but, it actually is a Red Bull story. Link above goes to a page on the RHR website with the video, enjoy. BTW, Aaron was a really nice guy and he rides like a wild man.

Gave the Rocky Hill Ranch website a long needed makeover. Check it out. Also, have instituted an Annual Waiver, sign up online or use the paper version. Sign up now and be covered until January, 2026. But wait, there's more. Envelopes at the Check-In, printed with blanks for the usual info in a Step by Step order. Coming soon, check in will be located under an awning on the side of the shed with a drop slot. (I needed the interior for storing supplies and such) Last week's rain has left the trails in spectacular condition. Two riders today (Tuesday) reported on how much fun it was. Come get some before it gets loose and dry again.

Thank you both for all you've done over the years. It is appreciated. Best wishes going forward. Hope someone steps up. Maybe combine the two domains onto a single host.

Combo padlocks are exactly what we have at the moment. A few locals that ride weekdays and routinely use the shower already have the combo.

FYI - Weekday Visitors I've implemented a new Bathroom/Showers policy after a weekday rider found two people sleeping in the men's room when they entered for their post-ride shower. There have been other abuses. I've had to install lockable toilet paper dispensers due to an unbelievable amount of TP being taken. Is there a black market for this? The Bathrooms will now be locked Monday - Friday and opened up for weekend riders, and for campers as needed. Hopefully this discourages the late-night vagrants who have been making this a hang-out. Anyone planning a trip out during the week who wants access to the bathrooms, please contact me here, or via the Contact Form at www.RockyHillRanch.com a day or so ahead of the visit and I'll make every effort to accommodate you. Long term, I hope to eventually install video surveillance, motion-triggered lights, and recorded messages warning how photos of intruders will be shared with the Bastrop County Sheriff's Department. People, are a problem.

SpaceX has demonstrated what is possible. There is little reason now for others not to follow.

FYI, I moved the Check-in shed. It is now located beside the slab by the Pavilion and Bathrooms.

The largest and most powerful space ship ever launched is now one step closer to being fully reusable. We live in amazing times.

Once we are further along, and the temperatures are better, I expect to have workdays. I'll post up something here when that happens.

I collect the money, pay the bills, then spend the rest on improving the place. I don't expect to be putting much of it in my pocket for a year, or two. I have a dream A dream of Rocky Burgers and a vast assortment cold craft beers in the cooler behind the bar. Every visitor to RHR brings the dream closer to reality. This might take some time, if it is even possible at all. Now I have to go to bed. Gotta get up at 0330 for my date with the surgeon tomorrow morning. 😳

I had no idea just how busy. Looking forward to cooler weather.

Paying the bills, tending the grounds, maintaining the facilities, making improvements, increasing visitor volume, updating the website and social media, and all the stuff running any business would require.