spicewookie Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 I just finished 9+ months of working 50 hours/week and completing the police academy at night/and Saturdays. Passed my TCOLE exam yesterday! I don't have a lot of time off currently or before I start with the PD, but I have these dates to possibly get up to AF and leisurely stroll down the mountain and drink cocktails in the evening. Anyone want to share expenses (caveat: I have to know you and like you). I'll ride every blue on the mountain, but don't want to get balled up and injured, so just purely a fresh air trip.....no PR's for me since I've not been riding AT ALL. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spicewookie Posted June 4, 2021 Author Share Posted June 4, 2021 My sad bike is at Canyon Cycles getting fresh Stan's pookie and a brake bleed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tip Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 Congratulations! Very nice. I have plans to be there June 20th. I've never been to a bike park, not even Spider yet, so I'm excited about it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spicewookie Posted June 4, 2021 Author Share Posted June 4, 2021 29 minutes ago, The Tip said: Congratulations! Very nice. I have plans to be there June 20th. I've never been to a bike park, not even Spider yet, so I'm excited about it. You'll love it! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olddbrider Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 Whoa! A Wookie sighting! Glad to hear you are alive and well. Congrats on the new gig! Sounds great, but I just got back from Bentonville so I can't swing another bike trip for a while... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spicewookie Posted June 4, 2021 Author Share Posted June 4, 2021 29 minutes ago, olddbrider said: Whoa! A Wookie sighting! Glad to hear you are alive and well. Congrats on the new gig! Sounds great, but I just got back from Bentonville so I can't swing another bike trip for a while... glad you had some fun. you completely fit the bill as someone i know AND like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olddbrider Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 13 minutes ago, spicewookie said: glad you had some fun. you completely fit the bill as someone i know AND like! Aw, shucks... you're making me blush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree Magnet Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 I just finished 9+ months of working 50 hours/week and completing the police academy at night/and Saturdays. Passed my TCOLE exam yesterday! I don't have a lot of time off currently or before I start with the PD, but I have these dates to possibly get up to AF and leisurely stroll down the mountain and drink cocktails in the evening. Anyone want to share expenses (caveat: I have to know you and like you). I'll ride every blue on the mountain, but don't want to get balled up and injured, so just purely a fresh air trip.....no PR's for me since I've not been riding AT ALL.Congrats Leif! Super excited to see you owning your future like this. Gigantor not going to shred with you? Cullen and I are taking about a Father’s Day trip so we’re just missing you by a couple of weekends.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spicewookie Posted June 9, 2021 Author Share Posted June 9, 2021 On 6/4/2021 at 8:12 PM, Tree Magnet said: Congrats Leif! Super excited to see you owning your future like this. Gigantor not going to shred with you? Cullen and I are taking about a Father’s Day trip so we’re just missing you by a couple of weekends. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Giggy has work obligations. Anyone else going to be up there this weekend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olddbrider Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 Turns out I actually know a guy who is going to be up there this weekend. He's not on this forum, but his name is Jacob. I would imagine his approach will be pretty similar to what you described above. He's been going to Spider with us, but isn't exactly "sending it" as the kids say... I can put you in touch if you want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spicewookie Posted June 9, 2021 Author Share Posted June 9, 2021 1 hour ago, olddbrider said: Turns out I actually know a guy who is going to be up there this weekend. He's not on this forum, but his name is Jacob. I would imagine his approach will be pretty similar to what you described above. He's been going to Spider with us, but isn't exactly "sending it" as the kids say... I can put you in touch if you want. Well shit, now I’m thinking about staying here and trying Spider Mountain. Never been. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olddbrider Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 You won't get the elevation, mountain views, or number and variety of trails at Spider, but the commute is a helluva lot better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 So, 11.5 hour drive. I've got to plan a trip this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntonioGG Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 On 6/10/2021 at 8:24 AM, olddbrider said: You won't get the elevation, mountain views, or number and variety of trails at Spider, but the commute is a helluva lot better! BBQ after the ride is probably better too! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree Magnet Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 Heading to Spider with my oldest son hoping for a Wookie sighting. Let’s shred!!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 (edited) Been to both and each has something unique to offer. AF will have the big mountain experience with a lot of variety to choose from. Weather will obviously be better. Red river and Taos are (were) cool towns to hang out in. Spider is limited to 300ft but well thought out, and a good place to get lots of runs in to practice and improve your skillset. Short drive home is nice too. Can also say Sunrise in AZ is no joke. I ate my words and fair share of dirt too. Edited June 12, 2021 by ATXZJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 I don't know how much time I have left to travel and ride, so I have to get off my ass and just do it. This is a definitely *must do*. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 33 minutes ago, TheX said: I don't know how much time I have left to travel and ride, so I have to get off my ass and just do it. This is a definitely *must do*. I'm down for a spider trip in 4-5 months when it's less miserable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 7 minutes ago, ATXZJ said: I'm down for a spider trip in 4-5 months when it's less miserable. I'm in!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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