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EEL
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« on: August 05, 2008, 10:41:35 AM »

I know a lot of you guys are up north/sf bay but is anyone up for a ride in the santa cruz mountains this weekend? I was thinking a blend of technical goats and with some moderately paced twisties.Something along the lines of:

84 (woodside) -> STP/Alices (break) -> Stage rd (more bumpy than technical)-> Pescadero back to La Honda (some technical areas), -> 35N (Skyline) -> Page Mill Rd (Technical) down to 280 intersection.

DATE MODIFIED SUNDAY 8/10
Meet at Chevron Gas station @ 9:00am on woodside road, leave at 9:15am SHARP.

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Would love to set something up if anyone's interested. Targeting early departure to avoid the touristas/popo. Moderate experience is highly recommended for some of these roads. Page Mill can be especially tricky for those who have never experienced downhill hairpins at over 10% grade. But that being said those who dont like that type of road can always book out as we get back to Alices.

Let me know if anyone's interested. I'll keep a list of confirmed attendees updated (if theres interest). PM if interested. Pace is probably C+ / B- ish

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« Reply #1 on: August 05, 2008, 01:36:14 PM »

I'd like to join in, but am out Saturday. 

I'm around Sunday if anyone's interested.
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« Reply #2 on: August 05, 2008, 04:03:33 PM »

Hey EEL,
I just did this route this past Sunday, only saw one Ranger and one Sheriff on the last leg over the bridge at Skyline.  Had to break in the SS after Duckwrench worked his magic and adjusted the forks - the bike felt awesome!  waytogo

Afraid that I'm riding towards the East Bay towards San Ramon on Saturday - have fun!
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« Reply #3 on: August 05, 2008, 04:42:51 PM »

Hey EEL,
I just did this route this past Sunday, only saw one Ranger and one Sheriff on the last leg over the bridge at Skyline.  Had to break in the SS after Duckwrench worked his magic and adjusted the forks - the bike felt awesome!  waytogo

Hate to say it, but... Told ya so! cheeky laughingdp laughingdp

It is quite amazing how something as simple as a 2cm adjustment can give you an entirely different machine. You can actually use everything the bike has to offer in its handling abilities now. waytogo
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« Reply #4 on: August 05, 2008, 04:52:53 PM »

Hate to say it, but... Told ya so! cheeky laughingdp laughingdp

It is quite amazing how something as simple as a 2cm adjustment can give you an entirely different machine. You can actually use everything the bike has to offer in its handling abilities now. waytogo

And I will be the first to admit if I'm wrong...and yes, I was wrong and you were right!   Smiley
I think I needed a few months on the bike before raising it - still haven't tamed it - but am LOVING the way it turns now.  It doesn't want to fall over anymore! Didn't even know what this description meant until you made the adjustment.  I can now confidently lean into the turn and cruise through it without subconsciously feeling like I need to hold it up!

Thank you thank you thank you  applause applause applause
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« Reply #5 on: August 05, 2008, 05:37:04 PM »

Page Mill can be especially tricky for those who have never experienced downhill hairpins at over 10% grade.

You forgot to mention off-camber, decreasing radius, and blind corners.  Plus plenty of cyclists on a narrow road.  I go faster on a bicycle than I do on a moto down there.

Have fun, can't make it, headed to Tahoe instead. Smiley
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« Reply #6 on: August 05, 2008, 06:09:24 PM »

Have fun, can't make it, headed to Tahoe instead. Smiley

Can I come to Tahoe?
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« Reply #7 on: August 05, 2008, 06:25:27 PM »

Can I come to Tahoe?

If you have a working bike by then. Wink
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« Reply #8 on: August 05, 2008, 11:13:36 PM »

Reminds me that I need to get the suspension adjusted on the 848.  Right now it's like sitting on a park bench during an earthquake. 

Maybe it's just my newbness, but I'm kinda digging CA-9 right now. 
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« Reply #9 on: August 06, 2008, 07:22:53 AM »

damage.  i wish i could make it to this.  if for some reason this gets pushed to sunday i'm pretty sure i could make it.  otherwise, ride safe ladies & gents.  [moto]

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« Reply #10 on: August 06, 2008, 08:35:39 AM »

You forgot to mention off-camber, decreasing radius, and blind corners.  Plus plenty of cyclists on a narrow road.  I go faster on a bicycle than I do on a moto down there.

I've noticed a lot of cyclist going up,however going down (the way we'll be going) I rarely see them. I think that road scares them as much as the rest of us. But you're right its always good to keep an eye out for them. They tend to ride 10 wide as if they're in the Tour de France or something.
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« Reply #11 on: August 06, 2008, 10:50:09 AM »

I've noticed a lot of cyclist going up,however going down (the way we'll be going) I rarely see them. I think that road scares them as much as the rest of us. But you're right its always good to keep an eye out for them. They tend to ride 10 wide as if they're in the Tour de France or something.

They just go by so quickly going down you are less likely to see them. Grin  Actually, it is quite a technical descent, not so many of us do it.

The warning also means to look out for cars on the wrong side of the road trying to pass the bikes going up.
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« Reply #12 on: August 06, 2008, 03:56:33 PM »

If the ride gets moved to sun I'll come
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« Reply #13 on: August 06, 2008, 04:52:53 PM »

Alrighty due to popular demand ride shifted to sunday, same time & place..roll call on those showing up requested.
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« Reply #14 on: August 06, 2008, 04:56:32 PM »

Alrighty due to popular demand ride shifted to sunday, same time & place..roll call on those showing up requested.

Oh man...wish I could...next time dude!  Cry
I'll be at a Lobster Boil in Napa.... ingesting a lobster, crab, roasted pig and duck... mmmmm cheeky popcorn bacon Grin
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