Ridenfool

We could mix metaphors and go all Haiku on this ... Stoned in a glass house gathering no moss at all taken for granite

So, I guess that for you following this thread is like wading in wet cement?

What's a pun?

That's good to hear. It is looking like Grindstone may get most of my attention while I'm there. Cedar Creek has a downhill flow trail I may plan on one day. Though, riding solo, will probably be hitting mostly B-lines, and will also check out the other trails around it.

that might be composed of spent Dos Equis, right? Sounds nasty. Ewwwwwwww.

I meant that it surviving in any one of those shots without disintegrating was impressive.

Gotta give the kid carrier some credit for holding up well to the abuse.

I rode White Mesa a decade ago (also called White Ridge on some trail sites). It is unique and worth the stop, though I don't think I'd make it a destination this trip. Too much new stuff to check out. It is easy to pull off the highway and take a spin spin to wake up when traveling to or from somewhere that takes you through San Ysidro. Though, last time there, the washboard road between the highway and the trailhead would rattle the fillings out of your teeth.

The Rake, I had forgotten how much I've used them. The one above and ... This style has worked best for removing thick organic matter from a trail through the pines or other dense forest with a thick build up on the ground.

Was reading up on Santa Fe and found that the area transit service, RTD, has a bus service with a bike rack (Route 255) that will take you from the Railyard Park to the top of the Winsor trail (Ski Santa Fe) for a sawbuck. TAKE MY MONEY! Bike rack is first come, first served, but photos look like there are racks front and back that might hold 3 or 4 bikes each. MTB Project shows trails that look like it would be easy to connect from Winsor to take in some of Dale Ball North and South all the way back down to a trailhead, then ride road and sidewalks back to the Railyard Park. On the bus website they indicate there are nearby free park and ride lots.

Thanks, I'll look for an opportunity to lend a hand. Back before I got married I seemed to have lots of spare time.

Don't get me wrong. It is an amusing sign. Anyone already "in the know" will get a chuckle out of it. These folks probably share the feelz felt when a cherished trail is altered unnecessarily. Beyond that, it may or may not influence those members of the general public who are lacking the insight/perspective necessary for the message to sink in. These are also likely the demographic that includes those offenders adding lines. They have made it clear they are more interested in the "easy way" and reading the fine print may not be in their repertoire. For contrast, here's a sign designed to communicate to the general public - Pictures and big print. 🙃 People, are a problem.

"Keep It Simple Stupid" is especially important in creating a sign to be read from a moving platform, Make it easy to read the important bits at a passing glance. I.E.: PLEASE DON'T MODIFY THE TRAIL This trail is built and maintained by local Mountain Bikers If you would like to contribute your time and effort, let us know Organized workdays happen often and you are welcome to join in the fun For more information: Contact: xxxx@xxxx.xxx Join: Austin Ridge Riders Visit: www.austinmountainbiking.com

I've only ridden Brushy once, and, yes, I did some trail work on that ride. Throet will vouch for me. If you've ever ridden Rocky Hill, you will likely have ridden on trails I created there. Ever ridden Pace Bend? I spent a lot of time helping build out there. Reveille Peak? Many a weekend building the original trails. Slaughter? I helped build, but have never been back to ride them, yet. Bluff Creek Ranch, yep, I've done work out there too. Others may remember more places I've volunteered on trails over the years that I've forgotten. To answer your question, no, I haven't driven the hour-plus from Fayette County to attend any work days at Brushy. Not yet anyway. Some day I might. Just pointing out how that sign leans more toward being a challenge to ass-hats, Some might get it, others might flip it off and go do what they want. But do whatever you feel serves you best. If you like constantly erasing B-lines and all the other complaints I read here, this might be better than nothing, IMHO, as it currently reads, I think that sign will fall short of rendering the desired effect. Maybe I'm mistaken. Time will tell. If your goal is to get other riders who are local and clearly willing to work more involved with organized trail building and maintenance, it might be of benefit to offer them an invite.

The sign could have mentioned a little about the tremendous effort volunteers put in to build and maintain the trail, and, how those interested in helping could send an email to the address below to become involved. (or mention forums, groups, lists, etc.)

Even if it was short, this thread ... ROCKS!

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

I particularly enjoy it when I can explain how I have just made a pun when the subtlety evades detection. This time, punning with the words found on the image of the bike frame, "rough" and "jump," specifically. In all other regards the Type-whatever personality I have is on board with seeing such standards adopted, but, that has absolutely nothing to do with the joy of a pun that was delivered, then, explained.

So, what you are roughly saying is that you feel the manufacturers should jump on this idea ?

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.

Been using Floyd Landis' tincture and post ride drink mix for a while now (Floyd's of Leadville). Helps ease the joint pain. (I guess that's almost a pun) Usually put a scoop of Floyd's CBD drink mix in a shaker with a scoop of Hammer's Recoverite after a ride. That one-two punch hits all the trouble spots.

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.

If you're not bleeding, you're not having fun ,,, was my motto for a very long time. Since going to flats I wear shin guards to protect my delicate and artistic scar tissue that I've invested decades to create. 😱

Too many folks trying to be a Fisher of brand puns will result in being up Cane Creek without a pedal. Then, you might have to Schwinn for the bank. It's hard to justify it being Elsworthy to keep going.

As least the thread isn't a Giant clusterf*ck. Not Yeti, anyway.