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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 11:32:54 GMT -5
Thats a GREAT map...next time I get out there I will be looking for the old trail you uncovered, it looks like a lot of fun from the overhead view
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 9:04:59 GMT -5
any word on if it's still open or not?
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 9:01:50 GMT -5
If you're riding at Brown County, post up dates and times here
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 8:58:49 GMT -5
Info and General Chatter
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 8:56:44 GMT -5
Info and General Chatter
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 8:55:08 GMT -5
Site Info: Lynnville Park P.O. Box 309 Lynnville, Indiana 47619 E-mail: Lynnvillepark@aol.com Phone: 812-922-5144
In 1964, Peabody Coal Company deeded 1,100 acres of reclaimed strip mine ground to the Town of Lynnville for recreational purposes. Today, Lynnville Park is more popular than ever as a haven for fisherman and campers alike.
Lynnville Park features a 275 acre lake stocked with largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Visitors can utilize the park's concrete boat ramp and handicap-accessible fishing pier while in search of the day's big catch; Jon boat rental is also available. Campers can choose from nearly 24 modern sites and over 30 primitive ones.
Lynnville Park features bike trails and is host to the Black Coal National Enduro, a regional event drawing dirt bike riders from throughout the Tri-State. The park also hosts hare scrambles for the LA Dirt Riders .
One of Lynnville Park's unique features is the Wahnsiedler Observatory, home of the Evansville Astronomical Society. If you dream of spending a night gazing at the stars, check out the observatory's two telescopes: a 14 inch Celestron Schmitt-Cassegrain reflector and a 12. 5 inch Cave Newtonian reflector on a clock-driven, computerized equatorial mount. Number of Campsites 69 Number of sites with Electric 39 Number of full hookup sites 24 Lynnville Park has few sections where cyclists can just relax and pedal mindlessly. There are hundreds of obstacles to ride over and around in this tight, labyrinth of trails - a place perfectly suited to trails riders. Cyclists will either hone their bike handling skills here at Lynnville or throw their bikes into the strip pit out of frustration. This trail is definitely not for beginners. Trail surface is singletrack and dirt roads. Directions: From I-64 go to the Boonville/Lynnville , exit # 39. Go north on Hwy 61 to Hwy 68. Go west on Hwy 68 1.5 mi to Lynnville Park. Turn right - park near the camping area Google MapsTrail Map
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 8:52:10 GMT -5
Located on Evansville's West side on the grounds of the University of Southern Indiana Directions: Follow 62 west to the university, from there take University Blvd to Bennett Lane. Take Bennett Lane to the baseball field, entrance is to the right of the fieldA large step in technical ability, is to ride the trails at the University of Southern Indiana. There are two options to choose from-along Reflection Lake or behind the baseball men's diamond. A mountain bike for both is practically a requisite. The hilly terrain demands a bike with different gearing options. Beginning at the edge of the westernmost parking lot, the main trail along the lake is wide and fast but has a few short hills that are nearly impossible to ride all the way to the top. Scales warns that one section sports railroad ties for stairs and could be dangerous for novices. He advises riding the minor trails that lead near the lake's edge. "They're tight trails, and with the lake you have some scenic resting spots." Relatively short, the trails can be ridden in less than an hour but provide enough terrain to be challenging and scenic. Behind the baseball diamond is a wide road that offers decent riding, especially for novices. It begins flat, then features hairpin curves and steep hills. It opens to a field, so you can either explore other trails or backtrack. Along the road, trails abound, and this is where the adventure really begins. Scales says, "There are enough trails to keep riding for hours. Although the grounds are limited, it's easy to feel lost. More than the trails around Reflection Lake, these require a decent level of physical ability. The hills are longer and the terrain more varied, from flat dirt to rutted, washed-out downhills." A number of hills are long and steep. Even experienced riders have to dismount and walk their bikes. The principal obstacle is the frequent hills ... which are exhilarating to ride down but discouraging to walk up. "It helps to be in shape to ride at USI. It's a good place to get in shape, though, just by working on the hills," Scales adds. However, if you see large crowds (and no baseball game), find another place to ride. The trails are also used for cross country running meets. Google MapsTrail Map
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Post by marshall on Jun 12, 2009 6:34:52 GMT -5
another possible thing might be to make some vinyl decals for bike frames or car windows (or really where ever members want to put them) that have the logo and the URL on them...you never know when the guy in the car behind you is into the same thing as you or the dad walking his 2 kids at scales has an old mtn bike that he would love to dust off and hit the trails if he just had some one to ride with.
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Post by marshall on Jun 11, 2009 21:13:49 GMT -5
I ride road as well in fact we have the road bikes as wall decorations in the living room. as far as a name i'm not real sure but the EBC has A LOT of club rides that leave from all over the evansville area.
I also work with a lady whose whole family races BMX out at burdette so if we want to try and make that section a bit bigger maybe we can print up some flyers and have her set them up at the concession stand or something?
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Post by marshall on Jun 11, 2009 21:09:17 GMT -5
kat and I may be heading up there Sunday...we haven't fully decided yet but will keep you post and will take the camera if we go
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Post by marshall on Jun 11, 2009 18:39:37 GMT -5
Whats up everyone, If you are in need of repair (minor at the moment not set up for anything major yet) feel free to PM me as I'm starting to service bikes again and let me know what you're looking to have done and I'll shoot you a price.
Eventually I will have a price list set up so you can just PM me and let me know what you're needing and I won't have to do as much considering lol
also i'm not set up for suspension stuff just yet either.
Marshall
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Post by marshall on Jun 11, 2009 18:35:06 GMT -5
I rode the trails tuesday and they were in GREAT shape...now after the last 24 hours of storms I don't think we can say the same but maybe they will be dried out soon (or at least we can hope)
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Post by marshall on Jun 11, 2009 6:24:50 GMT -5
Nathan what were you riding? we were there in the Maroon lowered Subaru Forester so if that was in the parking lot then it was us that you passed. We did pass a few people on the way in one of which was on a FS Giant I believe?
marshall
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