I added some bike races to the calendar.  See them here:
http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/njmountainbiking/cal

Lauren

Hey everyone, name is Paul and I have recently joined the group, having decided
to include a decent amount of mountain biking into my workout regime.  I live in
Freehold and bike locally, but am looking to get into some more trails in the
state with other more experienced riders.  I have decent equip (TREK 4500), good
enough for moderate trails.  Let me know if anyone is up for some weekend rides,
thanks

Paul

Wilimgton, DE  BrandyWine!!!



Ed Caldwell
(908) 963-9134 cell






To: njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com
From: lauren@...
Date: Wed, 4 Mar 2009 04:24:55 -0800
Subject: [NJ Mountain Biking] south jersey riding





I have a friend who will visit south jersey in a month.  He wants to do some
mountain biking but I don't know where to send him.  Suggestions?  (Fort
Monmouth area)

Thanks - Lauren

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Heartshorne woods!  It's relatively close to Ft Monmouth, located in Atlantic
Highlands I believe.  It's real easy to find, and has MILES of trails, including
fun singletrack, and fireroads.  All legal park trails.  You can shoot me an
email if you need more details, not to the yahoo address, instead use
themick75@....

~Mickey


--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, Lauren <lauren@...> wrote:
>
> I have a friend who will visit south jersey in a month.  He wants to do some
mountain biking but I don't know where to send him.  Suggestions?  (Fort
Monmouth area)
>  
> Thanks - Lauren
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Hartshorne!!!



Ed Caldwell
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To: njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com
From: lauren@...
Date: Wed, 4 Mar 2009 04:24:55 -0800
Subject: [NJ Mountain Biking] south jersey riding





I have a friend who will visit south jersey in a month.  He wants to do some
mountain biking but I don't know where to send him.  Suggestions?  (Fort
Monmouth area)

Thanks - Lauren

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I have a friend who will visit south jersey in a month.  He wants to do some
mountain biking but I don't know where to send him.  Suggestions?  (Fort
Monmouth area)
 
Thanks - Lauren

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Forward - from one of the members...


--- On Sat, 1/31/09, san andreas DHS <kaos_unlisted@...> wrote:


From: san andreas DHS <kaos_unlisted@...>
Subject: ride pics
To: lauren@...
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2009, 1:53 PM


do you know if there are going to be group rides planned/posted, sort of on a
routine basis, like every sat/sun? 

thanks,
chris



     

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If you have any photos of you or your friends (local riding only) I
could use them for the home page of the message board.  Right now I'm
just pulling pics from Google but I'd rather have shots of members.

Action shots
Landscape format (horizontal)
Your local riding area (Jersey)

Send them to me and you'll see yourself on the message board home
page!  I will also add them to a folder on the board's photo page.

Send to: lauren@...

Thanks!
-Lauren
(NJ MTN Biking Moderator)

Depending on the weather anyone interested in a ride 9am Wolfes Pond Park on
Staten Island.???

-----Original Message-----
From: themillieman <psychobuffalo@...>
To: njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, 28 Jan 2009 11:24 am
Subject: [NJ Mountain Biking] Re: this thing is alive?



yeah, it's the best thing to happen since cheese whiz!!!!!




--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "eclark7" <eclark7@...> wrote:
>
> Wow, this site was just spammed up for so long I forgot it even
> existed.  I am no longer in NJ, but if anyone is coming to Central FL
> and wants to ride some awesome trails, give me a holler.  I know, I
> know, how can you mountain bike without mountains?  It is easy,
thanks
> to all the phosphate mining that went on down here we have absolutely
> killer up and down trails.  It is like riding a rollercoaster!  Hope
> everyone is enjoying the cold, it was down in the 30s here this week
> and I was loving it.  Of course, it will be back in the 70s today, so
I
> can ride in shorts and just a jersey, gotta say the heat does have
its
> benefits sometimes.
>



------------------------------------

Yahoo! Groups Links






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yeah, it's the best thing to happen since cheese whiz!!!!!




--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "eclark7" <eclark7@...> wrote:
>
> Wow, this site was just spammed up for so long I forgot it even
> existed.  I am no longer in NJ, but if anyone is coming to Central FL
> and wants to ride some awesome trails, give me a holler.  I know, I
> know, how can you mountain bike without mountains?  It is easy,
thanks
> to all the phosphate mining that went on down here we have absolutely
> killer up and down trails.  It is like riding a rollercoaster!  Hope
> everyone is enjoying the cold, it was down in the 30s here this week
> and I was loving it.  Of course, it will be back in the 70s today, so
I
> can ride in shorts and just a jersey, gotta say the heat does have
its
> benefits sometimes.
>

Wow, this site was just spammed up for so long I forgot it even
existed.  I am no longer in NJ, but if anyone is coming to Central FL
and wants to ride some awesome trails, give me a holler.  I know, I
know, how can you mountain bike without mountains?  It is easy, thanks
to all the phosphate mining that went on down here we have absolutely
killer up and down trails.  It is like riding a rollercoaster!  Hope
everyone is enjoying the cold, it was down in the 30s here this week
and I was loving it.  Of course, it will be back in the 70s today, so I
can ride in shorts and just a jersey, gotta say the heat does have its
benefits sometimes.

Hey, does anyone out there own a set of these?

http://www.sweetskinztires.com/sweetskinztires/products.aspx
<http://www.sweetskinztires.com/sweetskinztires/products.aspx>

If so, what do you think  of them?  I am contemplating splurging on a
set....

Lauren



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--hi everyone!
i'm not much for riding outside in this cold ,nasty weather; but i
am trying to stay in good race shape by using an eliptical at the Y,
running, and i just picked up an indoor trainer and i'm going to set
it up in a little while. i'll write back and let you know what i
think about it, i'm a little skeptical myself.
c ya
greg

- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "rtman62701"
<ballinhand69@...> wrote:
>
> The patriots path was good today.  There's been some XC ski use so
> it's making the trails a little easier to ride so go check em out
if
> you get a chance. Lewis Morris was good as well although the snow
was
> getting a little wet making climbs tough.  All in all though a
great
> day.

The patriots path was good today.  There's been some XC ski use so
it's making the trails a little easier to ride so go check em out if
you get a chance. Lewis Morris was good as well although the snow was
getting a little wet making climbs tough.  All in all though a great
day.

--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "rtman62701"
<ballinhand69@...> wrote:
>
> I'll be heading out in a few minutes for a 4 hour training ride.
> It'll be a mix of road and crunchy stuff over towards morristown on
> the patriots path.  I'll be suited up as written.
>
> Myself I'm a bit of a bike junkie.  My quiver has more than a few in it:
>
> MTB
> 2008 Fisher Superfly
> 2008 Trek 9.9 Elite SSL
> 1992 Fisher Montare Rigid Single Speed Conversion
> 2007 Fisher Rig Single Speed
>
> Road
> 2006 Lemond Versaille(In pieces since hit by car)
> 1999 Lemond Versaille(Being built up since other one was wrecked)
> 2005? Motobecane Messenger Fixed Gear
>
>
> The weapon of choice today is the rigid SS.  Perfect for these nasty
> conditions.
>
>
>
>
> --- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "Lauren" <lauren@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > I agree.  I prefer to bike in the winter more than the summer.
And I do
> > have a tough time monitoring the conditions...  Because I bike commute
> > to work I never know what the conditions will be out there as well -
> > overnight weather can really fool you in the morning!
> >
> > My wardrobe
> > Very thin base layer
> > Long sleeve Jersey
> > Fleece overshirt
> > wind jacket
> > thermal pants
> > wind pants
> > two pair socks
> > hiking boots (yep, and sandals in the summer!)
> > balaclava
> > crappy gloves
> >
> > It's pretty much the same if I'm mountain biking although I usually
> > leave out the fleece overshirt and the wind pants and I trade in the
> > hiking boots for real bike boots (Lake).
> >
> > Bikes
> > Mountain: Trek 6700, yr. 2002-ish
> > Hybrid: Trek 7500FX, yr. 2004 (my second one. the first was stolen-the
> > rats)
> > Road: Specialized Allez Vita, yr. 2003 (dust collector)
> >
> > I'm finally done buying bikes having bought and sold a few others.
> > However, if I ever win the lottery I will buy a Santa Cruz Juliana.  I
> > test road one once and thought I'd died and gone to heaven.  I still
> > remember it and I doubt I'll ever forget it.
> >
> >
> > --- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "rtman62701" <ballinhand69@>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > I can understand some of these last bitter days not wanting to
> > > venture outdoors, but for the most part the winter can be some of
> > > the best rides of the season. You don't necessarily need studded
> > > tires although they help. The hardest part is to monitor the
> > > conditions. If the snow is packed - go for it. If there's a couple
> > > inches of fluffy stuff - go for it. If it's slushy snow or there's
> > > more than 3" it's going to be rough. When in doubt hit the road and
> > > get some miles in. I'll ride all winter long and I'll be out even
> > > in these conditions. Just find a system of layering clothing so
> > > that you'll stay warm.
> > >
> > > Here's what I wear for winter rides:
> > >
> > > sleeveless base layer
> > > long sleeve jersey
> > > wind jacket
> > > bib shorts with leg warmers
> > > thermal tights
> > > shoe covers
> > > lobster gloves
> > > thin ski hat
> > >
> > > If it gets into the lower teens or single digits I'll throw on an
> > > extra layer of tights and a different jacket but that's it. Oh and
> > > don't underestimate the power of those chemical toe warmers. It's
> > > all good!!!
> > >
> > > Ryan
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
>

I'll be heading out in a few minutes for a 4 hour training ride.
It'll be a mix of road and crunchy stuff over towards morristown on
the patriots path.  I'll be suited up as written.

Myself I'm a bit of a bike junkie.  My quiver has more than a few in it:

MTB
2008 Fisher Superfly
2008 Trek 9.9 Elite SSL
1992 Fisher Montare Rigid Single Speed Conversion
2007 Fisher Rig Single Speed

Road
2006 Lemond Versaille(In pieces since hit by car)
1999 Lemond Versaille(Being built up since other one was wrecked)
2005? Motobecane Messenger Fixed Gear


The weapon of choice today is the rigid SS.  Perfect for these nasty
conditions.




--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "Lauren" <lauren@...> wrote:
>
>
> I agree.  I prefer to bike in the winter more than the summer.  And I do
> have a tough time monitoring the conditions...  Because I bike commute
> to work I never know what the conditions will be out there as well -
> overnight weather can really fool you in the morning!
>
> My wardrobe
> Very thin base layer
> Long sleeve Jersey
> Fleece overshirt
> wind jacket
> thermal pants
> wind pants
> two pair socks
> hiking boots (yep, and sandals in the summer!)
> balaclava
> crappy gloves
>
> It's pretty much the same if I'm mountain biking although I usually
> leave out the fleece overshirt and the wind pants and I trade in the
> hiking boots for real bike boots (Lake).
>
> Bikes
> Mountain: Trek 6700, yr. 2002-ish
> Hybrid: Trek 7500FX, yr. 2004 (my second one. the first was stolen-the
> rats)
> Road: Specialized Allez Vita, yr. 2003 (dust collector)
>
> I'm finally done buying bikes having bought and sold a few others.
> However, if I ever win the lottery I will buy a Santa Cruz Juliana.  I
> test road one once and thought I'd died and gone to heaven.  I still
> remember it and I doubt I'll ever forget it.
>
>
> --- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "rtman62701" <ballinhand69@>
> wrote:
> >
> > I can understand some of these last bitter days not wanting to
> > venture outdoors, but for the most part the winter can be some of
> > the best rides of the season. You don't necessarily need studded
> > tires although they help. The hardest part is to monitor the
> > conditions. If the snow is packed - go for it. If there's a couple
> > inches of fluffy stuff - go for it. If it's slushy snow or there's
> > more than 3" it's going to be rough. When in doubt hit the road and
> > get some miles in. I'll ride all winter long and I'll be out even
> > in these conditions. Just find a system of layering clothing so
> > that you'll stay warm.
> >
> > Here's what I wear for winter rides:
> >
> > sleeveless base layer
> > long sleeve jersey
> > wind jacket
> > bib shorts with leg warmers
> > thermal tights
> > shoe covers
> > lobster gloves
> > thin ski hat
> >
> > If it gets into the lower teens or single digits I'll throw on an
> > extra layer of tights and a different jacket but that's it. Oh and
> > don't underestimate the power of those chemical toe warmers. It's
> > all good!!!
> >
> > Ryan
> >
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

I agree.  I prefer to bike in the winter more than the summer.  And I do
have a tough time monitoring the conditions...  Because I bike commute
to work I never know what the conditions will be out there as well -
overnight weather can really fool you in the morning!

My wardrobe
Very thin base layer
Long sleeve Jersey
Fleece overshirt
wind jacket
thermal pants
wind pants
two pair socks
hiking boots (yep, and sandals in the summer!)
balaclava
crappy gloves

It's pretty much the same if I'm mountain biking although I usually
leave out the fleece overshirt and the wind pants and I trade in the
hiking boots for real bike boots (Lake).

Bikes
Mountain: Trek 6700, yr. 2002-ish
Hybrid: Trek 7500FX, yr. 2004 (my second one. the first was stolen-the
rats)
Road: Specialized Allez Vita, yr. 2003 (dust collector)

I'm finally done buying bikes having bought and sold a few others.
However, if I ever win the lottery I will buy a Santa Cruz Juliana.  I
test road one once and thought I'd died and gone to heaven.  I still
remember it and I doubt I'll ever forget it.


--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "rtman62701" <ballinhand69@...>
wrote:
>
> I can understand some of these last bitter days not wanting to
> venture outdoors, but for the most part the winter can be some of
> the best rides of the season. You don't necessarily need studded
> tires although they help. The hardest part is to monitor the
> conditions. If the snow is packed - go for it. If there's a couple
> inches of fluffy stuff - go for it. If it's slushy snow or there's
> more than 3" it's going to be rough. When in doubt hit the road and
> get some miles in. I'll ride all winter long and I'll be out even
> in these conditions. Just find a system of layering clothing so
> that you'll stay warm.
>
> Here's what I wear for winter rides:
>
> sleeveless base layer
> long sleeve jersey
> wind jacket
> bib shorts with leg warmers
> thermal tights
> shoe covers
> lobster gloves
> thin ski hat
>
> If it gets into the lower teens or single digits I'll throw on an
> extra layer of tights and a different jacket but that's it. Oh and
> don't underestimate the power of those chemical toe warmers. It's
> all good!!!
>
> Ryan
>




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I can understand some of these last bitter days not wanting to
venture outdoors, but for the most part the winter can be some of
the best rides of the season.  You don't necessarily need studded
tires although they help.  The hardest part is to monitor the
conditions.  If the snow is packed - go for it.  If there's a couple
inches of fluffy stuff - go for it.  If it's slushy snow or there's
more than 3" it's going to be rough.  When in doubt hit the road and
get some miles in.  I'll ride all winter long and I'll be out even
in these conditions.  Just find a system of layering clothing so
that you'll stay warm.

Here's what I wear for winter rides:

sleeveless base layer
long sleeve jersey
wind jacket
bib shorts with leg warmers
thermal tights
shoe covers
lobster gloves
thin ski hat

If it gets into the lower teens or single digits I'll throw on an
extra layer of tights and a different jacket but that's it.  Oh and
don't underestimate the power of those chemical toe warmers.  It's
all good!!!

Ryan

Thanks so much for the cleansing!

Ryan



--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "Lauren" <lauren@...> wrote:
>
>
> That's right.  The board has finally gotten cleaned up.  I am a new
> moderator, originally from North Jersey (Succasunna), who
frequently
> visits home and used to use this board.  I miss using it since all
the
> spam moved in so I have worked with the owner of the board and
cleaned
> it up.  Now it's usable again!
>
> THE CHANGES:
> 15 spammers have been banned from the group
> 275 spam messages have been deleted
> All members post status have been changed to 'moderated'
> All new memberships post status defaults to 'moderated'
> All members email delivery have been changed to 'Individual Emails'
> A new 'Applications' page has been added that offers a Classifieds
> section and a People Map section
>
> NEW CHANGES IN THE FUTURE:
> Member post status will change back to 'unmoderated' after proven
> non-spammer (usually one or two posts should do it)
> Files, Photos, and Links will have new information (asap)
> Calander will become active with up-to-date ride events
>
> Please feel free to once again use this board.
>
> THE RULES:
> 1) Keep the topic bicycle related
> 2) No profanity
> 3) Be respectful
>
> It's pretty simple.  Enjoy and if you have any questions please
feel
> free to contact me directly:
> Lauren
> lauren@...
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

plenty of snow still. still cold. like to wait till spring to go. need to get
that heart pumping again. usually had a bike machine to keep in shape over
winter but am redoing my basement to set it up. gonna get my brothers back into
it too. what bike do you ride. I got a raleigh m800. nice for me. cant do full
suspension. about 15 yrs old now but take good care of it. have fun . thanks
again. bill

To: njmountainbiking@...: lauren@...: Mon, 12
Jan 2009 17:48:31 -0800Subject: RE: [NJ Mountain Biking] the cold...



You're welcome.  Looking forward to spring as well.  I bicycle commute to work -
dressed this morning with two pair of pants, 3 shirts, 2 pair of socks then let
the dog out and found out how cold it was.  I just couldn't face the 28 degrees
of wind at 5:30 in the morning so I said to heck with it, changed and drove to
work!  I definately look forward to just some summer riding clothes and a pair
of sport sandals to ride in!!! You guys still have any snow up there in Jersey? 
Any snow riding??--- On Mon, 1/12/09, William Romash <thor442@...>
wrote:From: William Romash <thor442@...>Subject: RE: [NJ Mountain
Biking] NJ MTB Discussion Board CLEANED UP!!To:
njmountainbiking@...: Monday, January 12, 2009, 6:09 PMthank you
very much. it was very disheartening when spammers take over. I wasfrom
jefferson twp. loved riding mahlon and getting some other riders. now wantto
tune up the bike and get ready for the spring. Bill[Non-text portions of this
message have been removed]





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Many thanks for taking over the site, regaining control, and cleaning
out the rubbish.  You rock.

Check out the new Files and Links on the site.

Stuff from where to bike, LBS's, and where to shop online for bike
stuff!

Add your favorite information too!



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You're welcome.  Looking forward to spring as well.  I bicycle commute to work -
dressed this morning with two pair of pants, 3 shirts, 2 pair of socks then let
the dog out and found out how cold it was.  I just couldn't face the 28 degrees
of wind at 5:30 in the morning so I said to heck with it, changed and drove to
work!  I definately look forward to just some summer riding clothes and a pair
of sport sandals to ride in!!!
 
You guys still have any snow up there in Jersey?  Any snow riding??


--- On Mon, 1/12/09, William Romash <thor442@...> wrote:

From: William Romash <thor442@...>
Subject: RE: [NJ Mountain Biking] NJ MTB Discussion Board CLEANED UP!!
To: njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, January 12, 2009, 6:09 PM

thank you very much. it was very disheartening when spammers take over. I was
from jefferson twp. loved riding mahlon and getting some other riders. now want
to tune up the bike and get ready for the spring. Bill



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

thank you very much. it was very disheartening when spammers take over. I was
from jefferson twp. loved riding mahlon and getting some other riders. now want
to tune up the bike and get ready for the spring. Bill

To: njmountainbiking@...: lauren@...: Mon, 12
Jan 2009 04:56:55 +0000Subject: [NJ Mountain Biking] NJ MTB Discussion Board
CLEANED UP!!



That's right. The board has finally gotten cleaned up. I am a newmoderator,
originally from North Jersey (Succasunna), who frequentlyvisits home and used to
use this board. I miss using it since all thespam moved in so I have worked with
the owner of the board and cleanedit up. Now it's usable again!THE CHANGES:15
spammers have been banned from the group275 spam messages have been deletedAll
members post status have been changed to 'moderated'All new memberships post
status defaults to 'moderated'All members email delivery have been changed to
'Individual Emails'A new 'Applications' page has been added that offers a
Classifiedssection and a People Map sectionNEW CHANGES IN THE FUTURE:Member post
status will change back to 'unmoderated' after provennon-spammer (usually one or
two posts should do it)Files, Photos, and Links will have new information
(asap)Calander will become active with up-to-date ride eventsPlease feel free to
once again use this board.THE RULES:1) Keep the topic bicycle related2) No
profanity3) Be respectfulIt's pretty simple. Enjoy and if you have any questions
please feelfree to contact me directly:Laurenlauren@...[Non-text
portions of this message have been removed]





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[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

That's right.  The board has finally gotten cleaned up.  I am a new
moderator, originally from North Jersey (Succasunna), who frequently
visits home and used to use this board.  I miss using it since all the
spam moved in so I have worked with the owner of the board and cleaned
it up.  Now it's usable again!

THE CHANGES:
15 spammers have been banned from the group
275 spam messages have been deleted
All members post status have been changed to 'moderated'
All new memberships post status defaults to 'moderated'
All members email delivery have been changed to 'Individual Emails'
A new 'Applications' page has been added that offers a Classifieds
section and a People Map section

NEW CHANGES IN THE FUTURE:
Member post status will change back to 'unmoderated' after proven
non-spammer (usually one or two posts should do it)
Files, Photos, and Links will have new information (asap)
Calander will become active with up-to-date ride events

Please feel free to once again use this board.

THE RULES:
1) Keep the topic bicycle related
2) No profanity
3) Be respectful

It's pretty simple.  Enjoy and if you have any questions please feel
free to contact me directly:
Lauren
lauren@...



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Opening Day for Staten Island Mountain bikin is finally here!
July 12th at 1pm. The SI parks commissioner and Senator Andrew Lanza
will officially open the trails in Wolfe's Pond Park.

After many years of back and forth and having to get the city wide
policy changed and watching Mountain biking open in Queens and in
Manhattan (yes.. Highbridge Park in Manhattan) and knowing we where
surrounded by great stuff in Jersey, Staten Island is
finally getting its do. WIth about 10k of trails now and a goal of
20K by the Spring. There are beginner, intermediate and difficult
level trails to ride. The parks department has also agreed to a dirt
jump park where the current one stands. (This will not be open on
the 12th.)

The day will start at 9am with pre-5k trail run festivites which will
be followed at 10am by one of the toughest 5k runs around in honor of
our Heroes from Ladder 5, Engine 24 and Batt 2 who have perished in
the line of duty. Race awards will be held at approx 12pm and will
be followed at 1pm by the official opening of the trails. There
will be b-b-que and bands along with childrens acitivtes all day.

We can sure use some help from some expierenced riders to guide rides
and give pointers to new comers that may come out. We can also use a
hand putting the fininishing touches on the trails this week in the
evening hours.

If anyone is available and interested in helping out call
Matt LeBow at 646-210-5264

Thank you and hope to see you on the 12th.

I'd like to ride the Frankling trail or CR this weekend if anyone wants to meet
up.  Either day around 10am.



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   From: dapriledenise
   To: njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Tuesday, June 05, 2007 9:46 AM
   Subject: [NJ Mountain Biking] Re: New - need trail advice!


   I am central jersey so these are great starts for me! Thanks so much
   for the advice!

   --- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "Carlos" <c_e_tamayo@...>
   wrote:
   >
   > Denise,
   > I would not consider Round Valley a novice ride. Maybe I've always
   > taken the hard trails with ridiculous climbs and obstacles galore.
   Fun
   > for some, but discouraging to a beginner.
   >
   > Lewis Morris Park in Morristown is a very nice, relatively large
   place
   > to ride. The trails are well marked and maintained. Very well suited
   > to intermediate rider. It has some moderate climbing but no real
   > technical obstacles. The website url:
   > http://parks.morris.nj.us/index.asp
   >
   > In the Franklin (southern Somerset County) area there is Six Mile
   Run.
   > There is a trail network leading to it from Rt 27. Much smaller in
   > area, not marked, but many loops an connector trails. These trails
   > will lead all the way to the Raritan Canal. Other than a few bridge
   > crossings, which you can walk over, this place is also suited to
   > intermediate riders. Try this url:
   > http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/Franklin_Park_Trail_Riders
   >
   > In between the two, in Bridgewater/Martinsville area, is Washington
   > Valley Park, commonly known as Chimney Rock. This place is a LOT of
   > fun, but has many technical elements, particularly rocks and logs.
   > There are some less challenging trails, but they are hard to find,
   as
   > the place is mostly unmarked.
   >
   >
   > I don't know what part of the state you're in, but wherever you
   ride,
   > try to go with someone who knows the trails. It's always more fun
   when
   > you're NOT lost, and a guide can choose trails matched to your
   > ability, while still challenging and fun. Forums like this and
   > mtbr.com can help you find rides in your area.
   >
   > Happy Trails,
   >
   > Carlos
   >
   >
   > --- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, Denise <dapriledenise@>
   wrote:
   > >
   > > I am a novice mountain biker looking for some decent intermediate
   > trails to start out on. Does anyone have any advice on trails such
   as
   > Round Valley or Allamuchy? WOuld these be too difficult to start
   on?
   > Thanks for any help!
   > >
   > > ---------------------------------
   > > Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative
   vehicles.
   > > Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center.
   > >
   > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
   > >
   >





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I go to the one in Martinsville often,  its 5 min from my house.  Its good
but it takes like 3 days for it to dry up there so if you dont like mud or
slippery rocks i would give it a couple of days after rain.  But its awsome
riding,  i am a novice my buddy got me into riding last year and i dont get
a lot of time to go up there so i dont know the trail as well as i would
like to but i have had no problems.  If i can do it you can lol

Enjoy


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I am central jersey so these are great starts for me!  Thanks so much
for the advice!


--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "Carlos" <c_e_tamayo@...>
wrote:
>
> Denise,
> I would not consider Round Valley a novice ride. Maybe I've always
> taken the hard trails with ridiculous climbs and obstacles galore.
Fun
> for some, but discouraging to a beginner.
>
> Lewis Morris Park in Morristown is a very nice, relatively large
place
> to ride. The trails are well marked and maintained. Very well suited
> to intermediate rider. It has some moderate climbing but no real
> technical obstacles.  The website url:
> http://parks.morris.nj.us/index.asp
>
> In the Franklin (southern Somerset County) area there is Six Mile
Run.
> There is a trail network leading to it from Rt 27. Much smaller in
> area, not marked, but many loops an connector trails. These trails
> will lead all the way to the Raritan Canal. Other than a few bridge
> crossings, which you can walk over, this place is also suited to
> intermediate riders. Try this url:
> http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/Franklin_Park_Trail_Riders
>
> In between the two, in Bridgewater/Martinsville area, is Washington
> Valley Park, commonly known as Chimney Rock. This place is a LOT of
> fun, but has many technical elements, particularly rocks and logs.
> There are some less challenging trails, but they are hard to find,
as
> the place is mostly unmarked.
>
>
> I don't know what part of the state you're in, but wherever you
ride,
> try to go with someone who knows the trails. It's always more fun
when
> you're NOT lost, and a guide can choose trails matched to your
> ability, while still challenging and fun. Forums like this and
> mtbr.com can help you find rides in your area.
>
> Happy Trails,
>
> Carlos
>
>
> --- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, Denise <dapriledenise@>
wrote:
> >
> > I am a novice mountain biker looking for some decent intermediate
> trails to start out on.  Does anyone have any advice on trails such
as
> Round Valley or Allamuchy?  WOuld these be too difficult to start
on?
>  Thanks for any help!
> >
> > ---------------------------------
> > Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative
vehicles.
> > Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center.
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
>

Denise,
I would not consider Round Valley a novice ride. Maybe I've always
taken the hard trails with ridiculous climbs and obstacles galore. Fun
for some, but discouraging to a beginner.

Lewis Morris Park in Morristown is a very nice, relatively large place
to ride. The trails are well marked and maintained. Very well suited
to intermediate rider. It has some moderate climbing but no real
technical obstacles.  The website url:
http://parks.morris.nj.us/index.asp

In the Franklin (southern Somerset County) area there is Six Mile Run.
There is a trail network leading to it from Rt 27. Much smaller in
area, not marked, but many loops an connector trails. These trails
will lead all the way to the Raritan Canal. Other than a few bridge
crossings, which you can walk over, this place is also suited to
intermediate riders. Try this url:
http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/Franklin_Park_Trail_Riders

In between the two, in Bridgewater/Martinsville area, is Washington
Valley Park, commonly known as Chimney Rock. This place is a LOT of
fun, but has many technical elements, particularly rocks and logs.
There are some less challenging trails, but they are hard to find, as
the place is mostly unmarked.


I don't know what part of the state you're in, but wherever you ride,
try to go with someone who knows the trails. It's always more fun when
you're NOT lost, and a guide can choose trails matched to your
ability, while still challenging and fun. Forums like this and
mtbr.com can help you find rides in your area.

Happy Trails,

Carlos


--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, Denise <dapriledenise@...> wrote:
>
> I am a novice mountain biker looking for some decent intermediate
trails to start out on.  Does anyone have any advice on trails such as
Round Valley or Allamuchy?  WOuld these be too difficult to start on?
  Thanks for any help!
>
> ---------------------------------
> Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles.
> Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center.
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

mahlon dickerson in Jefferson is a really nice area. rt 15 cycle had trail
maps and great lookouts. Bill


From: Denise <dapriledenise@...>
Reply-To: njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com
To: njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [NJ Mountain Biking] New - need trail advice!
Date: Mon, 4 Jun 2007 12:23:08 -0700 (PDT)

I am a novice mountain biker looking for some decent intermediate trails to
start out on.  Does anyone have any advice on trails such as Round Valley or
Allamuchy?  WOuld these be too difficult to start on?  Thanks for any help!

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Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center.

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