Hi, I know for a fact that the trails at Angwin are open to mountain
bikers. They mention the mountain biking trails several times on PUC's
website. Here is an example I took from their website:

      "Also our college boasts some of the best mountain biking trails
around, and outdoor enthusiasts from all over the Bay area make the
drive to Angwin for just this reason. What most people don't realize
is that the trails are part of PUC's private property. While
excursions out to our backwoods are free of charge to the public,
trail maintenance is costly, and PUC bears this expense without
complaint."

--- In diabloareamtb@yahoogroups.com, Steven Fong <swfong@...> wrote:
>
> After doing some research, I believe Angwin is not open to riders
except for a few races a year, one of them being a HS league race.
>
> I have not ridden in Angwin, so I am sorry if you guys are talking
about a different place than where the Howell Mountain Challenge is
held, on Pacific Union College Land.
>
> But I have to insist that no team rides take place on trails which
bikes are banned.
>
> While you may have ridden on these trails, and you know 14 different
people who say it is ok to ride there, if we, and I mean our team, get
caught riding illegally, not only would the punishments be severe
(suspensions), this would be a black eye on the entire league.
>
> Keep in mind there are people who complain about the league using
legal trails to train on: http://www.marinij.com/marinvoice/ci_5782489
>
> I advise going to China Camp or Joaquin Miller.
>
>
> Craig Stowers <stowerpower@...> wrote:
> OK, so originally Lesley and I planned to have the team ride this
Sunday at Juaquin Miller but it's apparent that going abroad is more
appealing to everyone. Talking with Steve today he said that China
Camp is OK but there are at least 5 trees down across the trail which
necessitate dismounting the bike and climbing over.
>   Now, Andrew's uncle (who's an avid mountain biker) says that the
trails at Angwin are in excellent shape and due to the large canopy
covering major portions of the trail rainfall never really affects the
trails. He's also able to guide us around this Sunday but won't be
able to do so again till the end of February.
>   This sounds like a great opportunity to go somewhere new and I
recommend that we meet at College Park on Sunday morning at 8:30 and
carpool to Angwin. Let's take a poll and see who's on board for Angwin
and then we'll make a final decision Friday night.
>   EVERYONE, Please post a message and let us know your  vote.
>
>   Craig
>
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OK, so originally Lesley and I planned to have the team ride this Sunday at Juaquin Miller but it's apparent that going abroad is more appealing to everyone. Talking with Steve today he said that China Camp is OK but there are at least 5 trees down across the trail which necessitate dismounting the bike and climbing over.

Now, Andrew's uncle (who's an avid mountain biker) says that the trails at Angwin are in excellent shape and due to the large canopy covering major portions of the trail rainfall never really affects the trails. He's also able to guide us around this Sunday but won't be able to do so again till the end of February.

This sounds like a great opportunity to go somewhere new and I recommend that we meet at College Park on Sunday morning at 8:30 and carpool to Angwin. Let's take a poll and see who's on board for Angwin and then we'll make a final decision Friday night.

EVERYONE, Please post a message and let us know your vote.

 

Craig

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I think that sounds good.

--- In diabloareamtb@yahoogroups.com, Craig Stowers <stowerpower@...>
wrote:
>
> OK, so originally Lesley and I planned to have the team ride this
Sunday at Juaquin Miller but it's apparent that going abroad is more
appealing to everyone. Talking with Steve today he said that China
Camp is OK but there are at least 5 trees down across the trail which
necessitate dismounting the bike and climbing over.
>   Now, Andrew's uncle (who's an avid mountain biker) says that the
trails at Angwin are in excellent shape and due to the large canopy
covering major portions of the trail rainfall never really affects the
trails. He's also able to guide us around this Sunday but won't be
able to do so again till the end of February.
>   This sounds like a great opportunity to go somewhere new and I
recommend that we meet at College Park on Sunday morning at 8:30 and
carpool to Angwin. Let's take a poll and see who's on board for Angwin
and then we'll make a final decision Friday night.
>   EVERYONE, Please post a message and let us know your vote.
>
>   Craig
>
>
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I talked to my uncle and he said the trails should be fine. He said he
could be there at 9:45. I am going to leave from home so I will meet
everyone at Angwin. Which entrance do you want to meet at? I usually
leave from Las Posadas Rd.

--- In diabloareamtb@yahoogroups.com, Steven Fong <swfong@...> wrote:
>
> I would check on the conditions before going.  China Camp had a lot
of storm damage, but it is still rideable.  I think we should confirm
that it is open and rideable before driving up there.
>
> Craig Stowers <stowerpower@...> wrote:
> I agree with you, Lesley.  I can drive to either location.
>
>   Craig
>
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> From: Lesley Jensen <lesjens1@...>
> Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2008 10:43:14 -0800 (PST)
> Subject: Re: [diabloareamtb] Anguin Sunday?.
>
>
> Andrew I think it would be a blast to go to Anguin...But ask your
uncle if the trails are okay.  I have raced on the course there from
1993 and I think it drains really well, but ask him okay?  If we do go
to Anguin, we should plan on leaving from College Park front parking
lot at 8:30, so we can get there by 9:45...I think it takes 1 1/4
hours to get there.  Straight up the hill from Siverado Trail.  Who
can drive?
>   Les
>
> Andrew Taylor <aqtaylor@...> wrote:
>       Do we have a ride planned for Sunday?  I was asked to talk to
my uncle
> about when he could go for a ride at Angwin because he knows the
> trails well. He said that he could go on Sunday, January 13. I need to
> know if we are already riding somewhere else so I can let him know
> what we are doing. Thanks.
>
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Anguin sounds cool. Im good to drive or watever. Also were had a few
complaints and or comments about the jersey and so at school today were
looked at a darker blue and darker green. The blue is the body and
green sleves. White is still the details. How does that sound?

I agree with you, Lesley.  I can drive to either location.

 

Craig

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To: diabloareamtb@yahoogroups.com
From: Lesley Jensen <lesjens1@...>
Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2008 10:43:14 -0800 (PST)
Subject: Re: [diabloareamtb] Anguin Sunday?.

Andrew I think it would be a blast to go to Anguin...But ask your uncle if the trails are okay.  I have raced on the course there from 1993 and I think it drains really well, but ask him okay?  If we do go to Anguin, we should plan on leaving from College Park front parking lot at 8:30, so we can get there by 9:45...I think it takes 1 1/4 hours to get there.  Straight up the hill from Siverado Trail.  Who can drive? 

Les

Andrew Taylor <aqtaylor@sbcglobal.net> wrote:

Do we have a ride planned for Sunday? I was asked to talk to my uncle
about when he could go for a ride at Angwin because he knows the
trails well. He said that he could go on Sunday, January 13. I need to
know if we are already riding somewhere else so I can let him know
what we are doing. Thanks.

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Do we have a ride planned for Sunday? I was asked to talk to my uncle
about when he could go for a ride at Angwin because he knows the
trails well. He said that he could go on Sunday, January 13. I need to
know if we are already riding somewhere else so I can let him know
what we are doing. Thanks.

Hi all it's Ptrick and I was wondering if we wanted to change the ride
from Jaqin Miller to China Camp. I Think it would be more Fun and
probably plety dry. We already have a few other rides for Jaqin Miller
rides that we can not change.We should take advantge of all of our
wonderful single track.

Hi all it's Ptrick and I was wondering if we wanted to change the ride
from Jaqin Miller to China Camp. I Think it would be more Fun and
probably plety dry. We already have a few other rides for Jaqin Miller
rides that we can not change.We should take advantge of all of our
wonderful single track.

Do we have a ride planned for Sunday? I was asked to talk to my uncle
about when he could go for a ride at Angwin because he knows the
trails well. He said that he could go on Sunday, January 13. I need to
know if we are already riding somewhere else so I can let him know
what we are doing. Thanks.

ok i will thank you....i will be there after school


--- In diabloareamtb@yahoogroups.com, Steven Fong <swfong@...> wrote:
>
> Cody,
>
> This is Steve from the shop, dumbass.  Tell Tom this as well:
>
> I can order blemish bikes from Specialized.  They get bikes back,
sometimes with missing parts or some paint scratches, or a demo bike.
>
> I noticed for example, a 2007 Rockhopper Pro 17" for $500 in
excellent condition.
>
> Come down tomorrow and we can talk about about it.
>
> codemiester_13 <codemiester_13@...>
wrote:                               hi my name is cody i am 16 and i
am 5'8 about a 18 or 19 size frame
>

hi my name is cody i am 16 and i am 5'8 about a 18 or 19 size frame

--- In diabloareamtb@yahoogroups.com, "codemiester_13"
<codemiester_13@...> wrote:
>
> if anyone is selling a new bike or a good condish. bike message back i
> have about $760 no more then that..........i am on the co co county
> comp team.(college park high)
>

Uh, you might want to mention your height and age.  And your name
would so helpful too.

if anyone is selling a new bike or a good condish. bike message back i
have about $760 no more then that..........i am on the co co county
comp team.(college park high)

Lesley,

Are we getting Tamarancho passes?

Youve probably told the team about these already, but here are a couple
good references:
http://www.amazon.com/Mountain-Bikers-Training-Bible/dp/1884737714
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/
Andrew seemed halfway interested in doing intervals to get faster. Also I
may do a road ride tomorrow morning before the rain, call me if you'd
like to go. hope the backs ok after the ride, talk to you later
Dan
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I am selling a new Cannondale hardtail frame size Petite, which is
their XS, color white.  The frame has disc tabs and v-brake posts.

I got it from the Cannondale rep who is moving away.

I am planning on selling it on Craigslist/Ebay for $150, but for
anyone who might want it, $125.  I will also be willing to sell it to
a teenager for $100.

I also have a Headshok fork for it, but it will require a new
cartridge and headset.  The fork is free but the parts to make it work
will be $185 from Cannondale (and I will install the fork if someone
buys it with the frame).  BTW, the fork is disc only.

This is a good frame for someone with a lot of parts, but I might also
be able to acquire a complete group as well.

The Sierra Trails Stewardship, the people who maintain the trails
around Downieville, are planning a teen trail weekend for Jan 11-13th.
  The entire team is invited, including parents.

We would leave from Pleasant Hill Cyclery at 7:30pm on Friday, Jan
11th, and drive to Downieville, arriving at 10:30pm.

The next morning, we are going to work on the North Yuba Extension, a
trail connecting from town to the North Yuba Trail.  It will be about
4-6 miles of hiking and about 2-3 hours of trail building.

On Sunday, we would ride the North Yuba trail, a great 17 mile XC ride.

We are going to stay at the Yuba Expeditions home in Downieville,
530-289-2707, and all meals are provided courtesy of the Stewardship.
  Tim Gott, a Stewarship board member, and I will be driving, and we
have room for 4 people and their bikes.

Please email me or call me for more information and to confirm a spot.

Thanks.

This is usually the case after rainstorms, and I have called to
confirm that all the singletrack trails at Napa Skyline are closed due
to rain for today and tomorrow.

I would advise Rockville as an alternative.

Sunday there will be a Tam Rancho Ride ...meet at Java hut in Fairfax
around 9:30. Ride will roll at 10am.  Steve Fong is leading the ride.
The College Park boys will be there..Patrick, Morad, Cody and Tom. I
hope Ben feels better and he can join in too, along with Alex.
  I will be there at the start to lead a road ride if anyone would
rather do that...4 hour ride including Marshall Wall, Hyway 1 etc. I
believe that Cameron is coming on the road ride, and hopefully Jasmine
also...along with many other adults..
    By the way, if anyone sticks around after the mtn bike ride we can
have lunch at the Iron Springs Brewery..right across the street from
the Java Hut
                                                         Lesley

The NorCal League is offering riders a variety of camps in January and
February.  Overnight camps and day camps will be available for
different skill levels at different locations around Northern
California.  See www.norcalmtb.org for more information and to register.


Overnite Camps:

1) Level II Co-ed Camp: January 19-20, Overnight @ Camp Tamarancho (Marin)

2) Girls' Camp: January 26-27, Overnight @ Camp Tamarancho (Marin)

Register for these camps at www.norcalmtb.org


Day Camps:

Day camps are designed for beginner riders and we recommend that all
League riders attend a League camp before their first race.

3) Level I Boys' Camps: February 2 & 3, Day camps @ China Camp State
Park (Marin)(These are two seperate one-day camps)

4) Mixed Level, Co-Ed Camp: Santa Cruz Camp: February 9, Day camp @
Wilder State Park

5) Mixed Level, Co-Ed Camp: Folsom Camp: February 16, Day camp @
Location TBD

Registration for all day camps will open in January.

The NorCal League has posted the following 2008 TENTATIVE RACE SCHEDULE:

"We cannot release an official 2008 race schedule at this time.
However, we anticipate a schedule similar to last year. We endeavor to
keep the season as compact as possible, and we also try to avoid
back-to-back weekends, but constraints create many challenges. This is
how things are shaping up:

March 3 - East Garrsion (Fort Ord)
March 9 - Granite Bay (Folsom)
March 30* - Grants Ranch (Santa Clara)
April 13 - New Melones (Angels Camp)
May 4 - Toro Park (Salinas)
May 18 - Boggs Mountain (North of Calistoga"