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Post by marshall on Jun 21, 2009 8:58:48 GMT -5
hey man...i really am interested in getting in on this and would love some more info on how to get involved. I really just want the sweet ass Swiss Army jersey...haha j/k
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Post by marshall on Jun 20, 2009 5:30:18 GMT -5
yeah just something to get the people who want to get out and experience some of the big name trails and see what they're all about to use the gas to get there and enjoy the company of other people from their area that they can communicate with and give and get tips from.
And if that went well it could turn into a quarterly thing where we split it up by the seasons and go to Harmonie for the first Event in the spring then maybe LBL for the summer event, then maybe like Hoosier National Forest for the Fall event and Brown County for the Winter event (these are obviously all just random spot that popped in my head at 5:30 am lol)
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Post by marshall on Jun 20, 2009 5:17:33 GMT -5
Yeah and maybe throw in a Big event to start the year and end the year with like a weekend ride at a place like Brown County or LBL or something along those lines?
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Post by marshall on Jun 20, 2009 4:52:26 GMT -5
yeah i'm not really talking membership dues just places where you won't have to ride alone basically and the printed monthly schedule will let people know we are around if they haven't found the site or do not have internet access.
last thing i want is people to be paying to be a part of a club cause with money comes lawyers. If we do the schedule I vote for a disclaimer some where on the print and E version of the calendar.
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Post by marshall on Jun 20, 2009 4:33:35 GMT -5
hey shouldn't you be working right now? lol j/k glad to know that some one is on board, not that it's been up long i mean i woke up at 3 am with my arm killing me and the thought popped in my head but maybe we can talk to some of the EBC members and get some ideas and if we go the monthly schedule route we can take them to Gilles, Top Spot, and Dan's to put on the free info islands that I believe they all have
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Post by marshall on Jun 20, 2009 3:41:49 GMT -5
Possibly making an effort to start an Evansville Mountain Bike Club? Working on kind of the same concept as the Evansville Bicycle Club as far as putting out a schedule of rides at certain places (i.e. harmonie or scales), times, and days? just to kind of give people getting into the sport and those of us who are already addicted a place to meet up with one another and ride?
Maybe even a no drop ride on sundays at rotating trails every weekend of the month or something like that to get people to venture out to trails they wouldn't normally drive to ride on?
Just a thought and wanted to run it by everyone.
Marshall
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Post by marshall on Jun 19, 2009 22:41:53 GMT -5
yeah it was stupid humid today...every time i walked out side it felt like some one was pulling on my shirt and pants the air was so heavy.
I'm pretty pumped for tomorrow though get to see some racing and hopefully be an on trail vol.
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Post by marshall on Jun 19, 2009 8:20:13 GMT -5
man i would have been there but with the stitches in my arm i decided to give it a little more time before i hit the trail again.
and next week this time i should be riding in W.Va woo hoo
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Post by marshall on Jun 15, 2009 20:53:51 GMT -5
That place looks like a blast...is it at an intersection or anything like that (in other words i'm lazy and want tp plug it into my GPS)
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Post by marshall on Jun 15, 2009 17:17:42 GMT -5
Info and General Chatter ______________________________________________________ "Scales Lake is probably some of the best single-track in Indiana. It's nice, twisty, and technical with some short, steep hills," Scales boasts. Although a farther drive for some, Scales Lake is a better option for novices than USI. The trails are smoother, longer and don't feature as many thigh-pumping hills. A youth might be able to ride segments on a BMX bike, but the effort would quickly wipe out energy and resolve. As with USI, a mountain bike would make the experience more enjoyable, worthwhile, and easier. Lots of trailheads can be found inside the park. From there, the single-track trail wends its way dense trees. "It has unique terrain, being coal mine spoil banks. With the up and down trails, it's made for good cross-country riding." All trails circle around and meet again in the large park, but it's possible to feel lost. Keep riding and eventually you'll find an access road or the lake. The scenery at Scales is pristine, and unlike the other sites, you'll barely hear any cars. Some of the hills can be daunting, especially for novices. While not long, some are steep, so you can generate eye-popping speed very quickly. Teach your children about spotting lines (even dismount and walk down the hill first, showing them where they want to aim), body positioning, and brake control, Scales advises. "It's not really a good place for riders just starting out. Once a rider gets used to working his brakes and riding down steep hills, it's a good place to go." Unlike USI, Scales Lake's hills are generally smaller and smoother, but riders still need be cautious. "But for beginning mountain bikers, most hills can be intimidating."
_____________________________________________________ From the gatehouse stay left. The trail entrance is right next to the baseball field. This is by far one of the areas best and most used mountain bike trails. There are currently over 5 miles of trails which follow the woodland ravines and roads. This is a moderately technical trail and having the right skills and equipment are recommended_____________________________________________________ Scales Lake Website Hand Drawn Map (available at gatehouse) Kyle's Map Driving Directions [url=http://www.wunderground.com/US/IN/Boonville.html?bannertypeclick=infobox ]Area Weather [/url]
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Post by marshall on Jun 15, 2009 17:16:35 GMT -5
Hey Tim...we did not end up going to VSP we rode Scales and the Mounds for a 6 hour day of riding. We will be heading up there soon though...let us know how it is if you make up there first.
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Post by marshall on Jun 15, 2009 5:37:31 GMT -5
I believe you are correct James...we ought to get together and ride some time.
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Post by marshall on Jun 13, 2009 23:50:14 GMT -5
Since Tim went to the trouble of making a section for our other toys here is my collection. My car (and bike) my motorcycle (2006 Triumph Daytona 675)
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Post by marshall on Jun 13, 2009 7:09:18 GMT -5
man if i had a bmx bike i'd be all over it but my old bmx bike got stolen at college. Sounds like a blast though.
I may ask around and see if anyone i know has a spare i can borrow
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 12:09:24 GMT -5
Here is how I get to the trails I always hope there aren't any huge holes or ruts even though i'll give them a shot my lowered Forester just isn't the biggest fan of them
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