Met up with a few of the boys Sat. A.M. out in the Phelan foothills for a little R&R. It's always fun to ride with a few younger, faster guys, as this is the only way I'll push myself.
The guest list included MXBundy, RMJeff, A454Elk & Jr., Thumbs, The Eel, Old'nslo, Elks' friend Wayne, and some late arrivals like Fred2(don't call me george), and a couple others.
The day started wiyh introductions, and a "where do we go first" discussion. After a couple warm-up laps on the track, we all mounted up for a quick trail ride over to the monster sand hill.
Most of the guys that dared easily made the climb several times, (including Bundy on that amazing little 250F!), although Eels trick new Husky WR125 was having a tough go at it, and a certain Cr with low compression (no names to protect the owner) was only good for half-way. I got to try the 'F' on the monster climb, and after a first failed attempt, (I was in the wrong gear!), I easily made the climb. Awesome little bike!
454s' friend Wayne, a local, soon showed up to give us a tour of some nice, tight, twisty, rocky, enduro type trails.I was in heaven, even though I was pretty much the 'sweep' rider.
After atrip to the road jump, we headed back to the trucks for lunch and refreshment, then while some stayed to play moto-x, Eel, Wayne, Bundy, Oldn'slo, and myself elected to go on another enduro run. Hey Wayne, (aka Bulldog), if you happen to sneak over here to DRN to read this, I have a nice bruise/scratch on my right bicep from one of those scrappy Scrub Oaks that jumped out in front of me, and my pretty black helmet now looks like I drug it through a sand pit. I love those kind of trails!
Back to the trucks again to say our goodbyes, and plan our next one. Hey Elk-thanks for posting the ride: it's always great to meet and ride with the people on this site. You can sure get some pretty air on that RM!
Jeff- I'm glad that wasn't you on the ground I almost hit. I know another tumble right now might change your mind about riding.
Eel-Just keep playing with the shock- you'll get it soon. How'd you feel the next day? Not very many witnesses; we'll keep it our secret.
Oldn'slo- it was great having someone to ride with at the back. I had no desire to run the pace these younger guys can.You did great on the sand hills. I know they're really tough on a thumper.
Bundy-fast, as always. Glad you're willing to ride with us 'slow' guys.
Wayne(Bulldog)- I'll be back!
:D :D
The guest list included MXBundy, RMJeff, A454Elk & Jr., Thumbs, The Eel, Old'nslo, Elks' friend Wayne, and some late arrivals like Fred2(don't call me george), and a couple others.
The day started wiyh introductions, and a "where do we go first" discussion. After a couple warm-up laps on the track, we all mounted up for a quick trail ride over to the monster sand hill.
Most of the guys that dared easily made the climb several times, (including Bundy on that amazing little 250F!), although Eels trick new Husky WR125 was having a tough go at it, and a certain Cr with low compression (no names to protect the owner) was only good for half-way. I got to try the 'F' on the monster climb, and after a first failed attempt, (I was in the wrong gear!), I easily made the climb. Awesome little bike!
454s' friend Wayne, a local, soon showed up to give us a tour of some nice, tight, twisty, rocky, enduro type trails.I was in heaven, even though I was pretty much the 'sweep' rider.
After atrip to the road jump, we headed back to the trucks for lunch and refreshment, then while some stayed to play moto-x, Eel, Wayne, Bundy, Oldn'slo, and myself elected to go on another enduro run. Hey Wayne, (aka Bulldog), if you happen to sneak over here to DRN to read this, I have a nice bruise/scratch on my right bicep from one of those scrappy Scrub Oaks that jumped out in front of me, and my pretty black helmet now looks like I drug it through a sand pit. I love those kind of trails!
Back to the trucks again to say our goodbyes, and plan our next one. Hey Elk-thanks for posting the ride: it's always great to meet and ride with the people on this site. You can sure get some pretty air on that RM!
Jeff- I'm glad that wasn't you on the ground I almost hit. I know another tumble right now might change your mind about riding.
Eel-Just keep playing with the shock- you'll get it soon. How'd you feel the next day? Not very many witnesses; we'll keep it our secret.
Oldn'slo- it was great having someone to ride with at the back. I had no desire to run the pace these younger guys can.You did great on the sand hills. I know they're really tough on a thumper.
Bundy-fast, as always. Glad you're willing to ride with us 'slow' guys.
Wayne(Bulldog)- I'll be back!
:D :D