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"The Skinny Diet" Hi Ladies! This week we're working on skinnies (straight lines, bridges, teeters, West Coast bail, wheelie drops, etc). $10 for 2 hours of training Dual suspension, body armour, and flat pedals strongly suggested. Email katsweet1@gmail.com for questions. 6pm-8pm |
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This class will pick-up where the Basic Bootcamp class left off, with a continued focus on the core skills presented in the initial Boot Camp. Level 2’s format involves more ride time and is designed to refine core skills and expand on individual needs of students. The class will ride a specific set of loops in the park and utilize planned features as “sessions” or do-overs (where we ride repeatedly to practice a skill). Students can request specific skill to work on, either at the beginning of the class, or on the trail as we encounter different features.
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Normal direction this week. Extra credit optional.
Weekly series of excuses to drink barleypop ... er, I mean ... training rides in the Woodinville/Redmond area using the Puget Power Trail, the Redmond Watershed and the Tolt Pipeline Trail. 90% of the route is on dirt. We utilize a few singletrack sections in the surrounding neighborhoods to liven things up a bit. Approximately 20-25 miles, 1600ft elevation gain and 2-2.5 hours ride time. Email with questions.
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We generally ride the trails on the west side of the highway and try to ride for 1.5 - 2 hours and do as many miles as the group feels comfortable with on the given night.
We'll meet at the bike shop in Black Diamond - right off of highway 169 just south of the coal car when coming into town from the North. Feel free to E-mail me with questions and I hope to see some of you on SGB evenings!!
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I know it's early but this way you can put in some time and get on with your weekend. We'll finish up about noon. Meet in the clearing, the gate on the south side will be closed but not locked, I'll be locking it when I leave. The section of trail by the log ride needs to be finished, it we get that done there's a few other things to take care of. Bring water and snacks. Please bring gloves sturdy shoes and eye protection. |
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16 miles out and back and 3400 feet of gain according to the Wiki. Incredible views of Mt St Helens and the blast zone. This is a BIG ride, need to be at least a very fit intermediate rider. Some technical with exposure. Could be in the 80's with very little shade. Bring plenty of food and water. Moderate pace with occaisional regroups.... nobody left behind. See trail wiki for details and photos of this must-do ride. (Click for more info)
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Not a beginner ride. Ride for 4 to 5 hours or so, take the time to enjoy the skinny's and TTF's. Bring lunch and plenty to drink. There will be some map reading required, and we'll loop a few routes (down and back up and down again). I'll bring arm and leg protection and you should too. Lot's of climbing (about 2,100 ft) but that's not my goal! Session stunts and enjoy the hot weather in the forest.
Meeting at South side:
Take exit 246 off of I-5. Take a left on Samish Way. Go a little less than 1.5 miles and there's a parking lot on your left. If you get to the Lake Padden Park entrance you have gone too far. Once on your bike, find Galbraith Lane across the road and take it north to get to the trails.
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Very hard climb but the views are great and the descend is long (almost 5,500 vertical feet) |
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My mtn. bike hasn't been ridden in a while, and I need some time in the a.m. to look at it and tighten/pump what have you...
Join me if you're inclined! Ride 2 to 2.5 hours hitting as many trails as possible, easy fun pace. I have a standard route but can get lost in a parking lot so if you're a good navigator, you're more than welcome! |
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The plan is to meet in the gravel parking lot accross from the Fall City Grill and be ready to ride by 10:00am. (check webpage for driving directions) . Social pace ride. Expect to do some climbing (strong beginners welcome). Planning on riding ~12 miles or 2.5 hrs.
Weather disclaimer : Light rain/sprinkle means the ride is on, heavy rain means I'll stay home and work on my honey-do list.
Feel free to email questions.
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Starting from Hwy 97 and going clockwise. Hopefully, we'll be able to get to the top.(Click for more info)
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Charlie has family committments this week, so I am going to stand in for him.
Continuing the Tuesday ride series of trails on the eastside. This week is Paradise Valley.
We'll ride to the group's level and regroup as necessary, but keep the mo going at a brisk pace.
Meet at parking lot on Paradise Lake road. Heavy Rain cancels.
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Hills: Rolling elevation |
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Advocacy Festival 09
Come on out and enjoy some remarkable trails in the REAL Eastern Washington. This year we'll be reaching across to a broader region inviting riders from in and out of the state. Our primary purpose, to enjoy some unique beautiful terrain, and some rippin singletrack. With a higher purpose of bringing new riders to an area where access to mountain bikers is threatened. Meeting great people, sharing awesome trails, living the dream, and making lasting memories.
A different approach to the Crest, we'll start on Old Stage, navigate our way across to Marcus Trail. Climbing up Marcus to Kettle Crest we will ascend Copper Butte at 7135'. Then a long super fun descent down the mountain to Midnight Ridge, where another long easy grade descent through roaming range and old growth pine await.
15 miles 3000' vert
If you think Eastern Washington after the Cascades is a bunch of dry desert and rolling fields, you are mistaken. The Kettle Crest trail system meanders thru the high elevation of beautiful rugged mountainous terrain. Sherman Pass is located between the towns of Republic and Kettle Falls. Awesome singletrack (Closed to Moto's!!!) Email me if you have any questions or concerns. Kelowna7@hotmail.com
THIS RIDE WE WILL MEET @ TRAIL HEAD:
TAKE HWY 21 PAST CURLEW LAKE
TAKE COUNTY RD 546 (LAMBERT CREEK RD)
TURNS INTO 2156
@ ABOUT 5 MILES YOU WILL FIND TH WITH SIGNS/OLD INTERPRETIVE FENCE/ AND PARKING CLEARING TO THE LEFT NEXT TO A CREEK.
ALL OTHER RIDES STARTS FROM CAMPGROUND
FOR CARAVAN OPPORTUNITY MEET 9 AM AT GAS STATION/RESTAURANT ON CORNER OF HWY 20/21 JUNCTION EAST OF REPUBLIC, WHERE 21 BREAKS NORTH TO CANADA (Click for more info)
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Hey Ladies. Tiger mountain is open and calling our name! We will break into groups. Those who want to keep the pace more social can go out and back NW Timber (<2 hours). Those who want a longer ride can do the whole loop, climbing up the fireroad then back down Preston and NW Timber. Its a long ride after work, so in order to do the full loop you should be able to climb the fireroad <50 min and be able to handle technical descents with wet roots and rocks (2 hrs+).
We'll meet at 6pm and need to be ready to roll by 6:10 as its a long ride. Feel free to contact me with questions. |
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Advocacy Festival 09
Come on out and enjoy some remarkable trails in the REAL Eastern Washington. This year we'll be reaching across to a broader region inviting riders from in and out of the state. Our primary purpose, to enjoy some unique beautiful terrain, and some rippin singletrack. With a higher purpose of bringing new riders to an area where access to mountain bikers is threatened. Meeting great people, sharing awesome trails, living the dream, and making lasting memories.
Lazy ride around Long Lake, past Fish Lake, climb up road 400, around Swan, and return. i will be leading the lazy ride conserving energy, so i can effectively lead rides. There may be a duplication of the 13 Mile point to point Uber-epic ride, with us riders spending a day down at the lakes going and picking up the gonzo hammerheads at the end of the ride. Check updates for upcoming info.
11 miles 400' cumulative elevation. Highway 21 South of Republic take Scatter Creek Westward 5 miles to F.S. Rd 400. Heading South a bit to Long Lake TH
If you think Eastern Washington after the Cascades is a bunch of dry desert and rolling fields, you are mistaken. The Kettle Crest trail system meanders thru the high elevation of beautiful rugged mountainous terrain. Sherman Pass is located between the towns of Republic and Kettle Falls. Awesome singletrack (Closed to Moto's!!!) Email me if you have any questions or concerns. Kelowna7@hotmail.com
A nice easy spin around some lakes. Plenty of time to take in in the quaint lake views, ample opportunity to view wildlife with an abundance of small animals and water fowl. A mix of nice forest road and techy singletrack around Long Lake, Fish Lake and Swan Lake, ride leader swims like a rock, but still enjoys a nice summer dip.
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"Steep, Not Cheap" Hi Ladies! This week we're working on steeps (rolling drops, rocky steeps, rock faces, shutes, etc). $10 for 2 hours of training Dual suspension, body armour, and flat pedals strongly suggested. Email katsweet1@gmail.com for questions. 6pm-8pm |
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Normal direction this week and extra mileage is always a possibility. Perigo?
My friend Jeff is bringing some of his riding buds out to join us this week.
Weekly series of excuses to drink barleypop ... er, I mean ... training rides in the Woodinville/Redmond area using the Puget Power Trail, the Redmond Watershed and the Tolt Pipeline Trail. 90% of the route is on dirt. We utilize a few singletrack sections in the surrounding neighborhoods to liven things up a bit. Approximately 20-25 miles, 1600ft elevation gain and 2-2.5 hours ride time. Email with questions.
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Advocacy Festival 09
This year we're adding a work party to the campout. It is not mandatory to attend, yet we encourage you sign up. The more hands to share the load the greater our impact will be.
Sign up numbers are awesome! Good news and special thanks to:
Hermosa Tours
New Belgium
MSC BIKES
Niner Bikes
MTBR.COM
These companies have stepped up to provide an abundance of swag for the hard working trail gnomes!
Riders from other regions/club when you R.S.V.P. please let me know if you are also interested in attending the work party.
We're on board to have a great work party, i've been in talks with the Republic Ranger District and they are very encouraged at some of the neat ideas we can help with. Final tasks will be determined soon. (Click for more info)
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Come join my son and I on this Leisure/Social pace ride. This ride is intended for 8 - 12yr old range and their parents.
Lets check out Black Diamond.
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Advocacy Festival 09
Come on out and enjoy some remarkable trails in the REAL Eastern Washington. This year we'll be reaching across to a broader region inviting riders from in and out of the state. Our primary purpose, to enjoy some unique beautiful terrain, and some rippin singletrack. With a higher purpose of bringing new riders to an area where access to mountain bikers is threatened. Meeting great people, sharing awesome trails, living the dream, and making lasting memories.
Click here for picture Columbia Loop Trail.
Click here for picture Jungle Hill Trail.
Sherman Tie to Kettle Crest North descending down Jungle Hill. Along the way we climb up and do a quick Columbia Mt. loop.
18 miles 3000 +/- cumulative elevation. Shuttle option for some to shave 4 miles and 1000 feet elevation climb. Ride starts at Jungle Hill/Sherman Tie Trailhead. Less than 2 miles down from Sherman Pass take a left on Albian Hill Rd#2030. Follow road for .6 miles to the sign at the edge of the gravel pit. From there go .2 miles to the campsite area, super easy to find.
If you think Eastern Washington after the Cascades is a bunch of dry desert and rolling fields, you are mistaken. The Kettle Crest trail system meanders thru the high elevation of beautiful rugged mountainous terrain. Sherman Pass is located between the towns of Republic and Kettle Falls. Awesome singletrack (Closed to Moto's!!!) Email me if you have any questions or concerns. Kelowna7@hotmail.com
A nice climb thru wooded forest. Beautiful vistas, and a variety of subalpine ecosystems. Wild flowers are abundant. A dip down, then another challenging climb up to Jungle Hill. Followed by a ripping descent thru open areas followed by switchbacks down to finish the loop. The Shangri-La of bike trails? (Click for more info)
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Hoping for the snow to be melted out by then.
Long scenic somewhat technical in places ride up the basin to the saddle for a break. Followed by a "love it or hate it" technical descent into Fortune Creek and the 1.1 mile jeep road from hell to Gallagher Head Lake. Bring aqua socks or flip flops to keep your bike shoes dry and swim for a while to cool down before the descent down DeRoux Creek Trail to the trailhead. 14 miles but can feel like more.
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With some guidance from a helpful local, this is an exploration of a big part of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands (ACFL), Whistle Lake. We'll be following turn-by-turn directions on a current map. Likely to be between 3 and 4 hours. Some climbs will be hike-a-bike.
Directions to the trail head will be posted closer to the event date. Carpooling encouraged. |
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same ride as the famous Thursday Kevin Thrilla ride, but at slower pace. pace would be the slowest rider in the group. Training for rides like Crystal mountain, Miller peak.
stay together group. Approximately 22miles, 1300ft elevation gain and 2.5 hours ride time. Email with questions. no one left behind.
Ride will leave exactly. please be on time and make sure your bike is in working order.
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Advocacy Festival 09
Come on out and enjoy some remarkable trails in the REAL Eastern Washington. This year we'll be reaching across to a broader region inviting riders from in and out of the state. Our primary purpose, to enjoy some unique beautiful terrain, and some rippin singletrack. With a higher purpose of bringing new riders to an area where access to mountain bikers is threatened. Meeting great people, sharing awesome trails, living the dream, and making lasting memories.
Click here for picture Kettle Crest South (Sherman Trail)
Kettle Crest South starting at Sherman Pass, to Snow Peak Cabin to Barnaby Buttes
20 plus miles 2500' climb 3500' descent. Optional shuttle pickup from Jungle Hill Campsite, there will be a shorter ride, that will do the trail as an out and back splitting off with the main group, turning back at Snow Peak Cabin. An advanced group that will start from Jungle Hill camp, and continue towards and possibly up to Barnaby Buttes.
If you think Eastern Washington after the Cascades is a bunch of dry desert and rolling fields, you are mistaken. The Kettle Crest trail system meanders thru the high elevation of beautiful rugged mountainous terrain. Sherman Pass is located between the towns of Republic and Kettle Falls. Awesome singletrack (Closed to Moto's!!!) Email me for any questions or concerns Kelowna7@hotmail.com
The landscape of the Kettle Crest South is very picturesque. The 1988 White Mtn. Fire burnt 20,000 acres on either side of the trail. Smooth singletrack in wooded areas, exposed rocky suspension challenging technical, and awe inspiring views of wildflower meadows and rolling hills. (Click for more info)
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Continuing the Tuesday ride series on the eastside. This week is Tolt.
One warm-up climb, then a lot of rolling singletrack. No exploring this week - I know these trails :)
We'll ride to the group's level and regroup as necessary, but keep the mo going at a brisk pace.
Meet at the gravel parking lot inside the park.
Leave at 6:00
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Hey Ladies. Lets explore somewhere new. We are going to check out the trails at Beaver Lake. This will be a bit of an exploratory ride. We can break into groups as needed based on pace. Meeting at 6:15pm and ready to roll soon afterwards. *Please note the meeting time is 6:15pm.* Feel free to contact us with any questions. |
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This ride is for intermediate and more advanced riders - the terrain is steep and there are some technical sections.
Join the Speedy Beavers for an after work stress relief of cranking out the stress on the way up and yoddling on the way down the super fun trails at Tokul. It is likely that this ride will end up as a social event at the Last Frontier after the ride. Some of these trails are challenging and some people prefer to wear knee and elbow protection here.
www.speedybeaverracing.com
Directions:
From Seattle take I-90 East to the Preston Exit, turn left at the stopsign and cross the freeway and then take an immediate right on High Point Way. High Point turns into Preston-Fall City Rd, and continue on this for about 4 miles. At Fall City you will hit a stop sign and turn right here onto Hwy 202 (also called SE Fall City-Snoqualmie Rd). Contine on 202 for about 1 mile and turn left 356th Dr SE. Go up the hill for 1/3 mile and park in the trailhead lot on your left. |
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This class will pick-up where the Basic Bootcamp class left off, with a continued focus on the core skills presented in the initial Boot Camp. Level 2’s format involves more ride time and is designed to refine core skills and expand on individual needs of students. The class will ride a specific set of loops in the park and utilize planned features as “sessions” or do-overs (where we ride repeatedly to practice a skill). Students can request specific skill to work on, either at the beginning of the class, or on the trail as we encounter different features.
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2008 REI Duthie Hill Park Service Project
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Join REI and the Evergreen Mt Bike Alliance for another awesome service project at Duthie Hill Park Saturday July18th from 9am to 3pm. If you can't stay for the whole day or only want to work a couple of hours, that's great too.
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I'm going to be camping on the peninsula and want to hit one of my all-time favorite rides on the way home. If you're up for 17 miles of singletrack, some hike-a-bike, some exposure, and some super fast descending, then come along. The ride has roughly 3500 feet of elevation gain and will take roughly 4 hours to complete at a socially-moderate pace. We're not going to hammer and nobody will be left behind, but this is not a ride for beginners or for those without adequate conditioning.
The directions on the Trail Wiki are accurate and up-to-date. Sign up, work out your ferry/carpool arrangements, and meet me at the trailhead by 11am. |
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Ladies! Come join us for a ride @ Paradise. This will be a leisurely ride, suitable for beginners or anyone who just wants an easy ride at a fun location. Be ready to ride at 6pm, email with questions! |
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At Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park, Team LunaChix is taking on the one of the freeride lines and we’d like you to come along. We will learn together: to bench the trail, design the flow, and build the features for a jump line for riders who want to begin adding freeriding elements to their repertoire.
If we build it, they will come! In a series of work parties, we’ll have fun and make a positive and lasting addition to this fantastic mountain bike park, in progress, near Issaquah. Plus, think of how much you’ll learn about jumping as we tweak the design to make the jumps smoother or more challenging.
We'll be there from 4 until dusk. Come for the whole time or for however long you can- for one work party or all 3 that are scheduled: 5/30, 6/28, and 7/21.
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Hey Ladies. We're hitting another new trail this week. Lets meet at the Tokul E parking lot. From here we can break into two groups. One group will head over to Tokul W and the other group will hit Tokul E.
Tokul W is a steady climb up followed by some fast, flowy, fun descents. Terrain is not too technical, but you do need good fitness for the climbing portion.
Tokul E is very different. They are some of my favorite trails in the area. Its a good climb up followed by very steep, fast descents with the occasional jump or drop. This ride is technical due to the steepness of the terrain. (During the summer months the dirt can be very loose too.)
Meet at 6pm and be ready to roll soon afterwards. Be sure to park at the Tokul E parking lot: At Fall City turn right onto Hwy 202 (also called SE Fall City-Snoqualmie Rd). Continue on 202 for about 1 mile and turn left 356th Dr SE. Go up the hill for 1/3 mile and park in the trailhead lot on your left. Feel free to contact me with questions.
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"Tight, Yea Right" Hi Ladies! This week we're working on tight turns & switchbacks. $10 for 2 hours of training Dual suspension, shin guards, and flat pedals strongly suggested. Email katsweet1@gmail.com for questions. 6pm-8pm |
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Ladies! The Seattle MTB LunaChix and Evergreen are partnering to provide a couple women's only beginning skills classes this summer. Sign up for this class and we'll teach you how to master the skills you need to ride safely on single track trails. In addition, we'll teach you how to manage the technical challenge of riding slippery rocks, roots and logs. Now that you've become a seasoned rider, it's time for you to join us for some fun rides. We look forward to seeing you in class.
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Hey Ladies! Come join us for a leisurely spin around South SeaTac. The trails are not technical, some are fast and swoopy, some climbing is required but it's all pretty easy. We'll ride to the pace of the slowest rider, all levels are welcome! If the flow park is not too busy we can also check the beginner line out.
Be ready to ride at 6pm, meeting in the parking lot off 200th. Email with questions! |
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Hey girls. Lets hit the trails at St Eds for a quick after work ride. We can break into different paced groups if needed. St Eds is appropriate for all skill levels. Meet at 6pm and be ready to roll soon afterwards. Feel free to contact me with questions. |
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"I've Got the Need for Speed" Hi Ladies! This week we're working on high speed cornering. $10 for 2 hours of training Dual suspension, shin guards, and flat pedals strongly suggested. Email katsweet1@gmail.com for questions. 6pm-8pm |
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Ever wondered about the ridge up and beyond Kachess ? We will celebrate the FS finally updating their website to show LIttle Kachess lake open to bikes. This trail is a little 5 mile gem in it's own right. Then we'll do a bit of road climbing and head "down" No Name ridge from the north.
The good: Mountain views, lake swimming, incredible viewpoint, technical challenges and fast awesome singletrack. Thorp Mt lookout makes you feel like you could jump off and dive into glacier blue Lake Kachess. Thorp lake has a big rock face for jumping in. The ride finishes off with the Kachess Ridge descent !
The bad: There is some dirt road in the middle of the ride. 4 miles of it. And the ridge is kind of nasty with some serious climbs including a bit of hiking, and several times the elevation gained is quickly squandered skating down sharp scree slopes or ripping fast open sight line trail. Also, we really need to shuttle about 6 easy miles along I90, so logistics are a challenge. If we are weak there is a longer shuttle possibility too.
You should be confident in your fitness level and backcountry experience - I would say the level of effort is below that of Icicle Ridge so if you can do that ride you'll be fine. In fact, last time Jim Neff's little Toto like terrier came along, so geez, you can out ride a little doggie can't you ? Ok, the dog did get some shuttle time in Jim's backpack. Expect to be out about 8 hours.
A truly epic mountain ride right in our backyard 70 minutes of Seattle.
Think of all the gas you'll save ! |
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This class will pick-up where the Basic Bootcamp class left off, with a continued focus on the core skills presented in the initial Boot Camp. Level 2’s format involves more ride time and is designed to refine core skills and expand on individual needs of students. The class will ride a specific set of loops in the park and utilize planned features as “sessions” or do-overs (where we ride repeatedly to practice a skill). Students can request specific skill to work on, either at the beginning of the class, or on the trail as we encounter different features.
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Ladies, come join the Speedy Beavers for super fun riding at Galbraith Mountain. There is something for everyone here. All skill levels are welcome.
www.speedybeaverracing.com
Directions:
Take I-5 exit 253, keep right at the stop sign and turn east on Lakeway Drive. Go past the cemetery and the main entrance to Whatcom Falls Park. After the main park entrance, keep in the left lane, which will turn you left onto Electric Avenue. Once on Electric Ave, go one block and turn left into the Whatcom Falls upper parking lot. |
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Hills: Hilly |
Pace: Social pace |
Technical: Intermediate |
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This class will pick-up where the Basic Bootcamp class left off, with a continued focus on the core skills presented in the initial Boot Camp. Level 2’s format involves more ride time and is designed to refine core skills and expand on individual needs of students. The class will ride a specific set of loops in the park and utilize planned features as “sessions” or do-overs (where we ride repeatedly to practice a skill). Students can request specific skill to work on, either at the beginning of the class, or on the trail as we encounter different features.
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