24 Hours of Afton...Who's in?

[transplant]

Who's going to be there? Team or solo? It would be nice to meet all of you face to face. Sound off.

[berrywise]

What are the dates this year? I don't think I'll be racing but I'd like to attend. The last two years I have been tied up and hopefully this year my luck will change.

[Magic]

I might be doing it solo. I figure since we're doing all the work on the trails, I might just as well ride them. The course will be fun with some of the new stuff we have added. If I don't ride it, I'll be there people watching.

[Magic]

Scott, it's the last weekend of August.

[transplant]

It's August 26th and 27th.

[mara]

I don't race, but I'll be there to cheer people on and hopefully help time. :)

[Wolfchimp]

Is there a SS class for Afton 24hr? If so....what might be a good gearing?

[manual63]

I am planning on being there. Not sure if I am going team or solo. I guess it depends on what we set up with BCR again. I plan to ride singlespeed, which might just put me as a solo rider......not sure yet.

This is a super fun event, it's worth it to hang out, even if you don't race.

[Wolfchimp]

If you're interested... there are two of us that might ride Afton on singlespeeds. I might be able to pull one more also, to make a team of 4.

[transplant]

Is there a SS class for Afton 24hr? If so....what might be a good gearing?

There is an SS class. This site will give you an idea of what gearing is good for which trail. All I know is that Afton has one climb, Whistler, that is a holy terror. There were guys who could scream up it with no trouble, while I walked the damn thing. I had thoughts of using my SS last year, but a training lap a few weeks prior to the race fixed that. I'll probably bring it this year since I'm going solo and can take it easy. It's a built in excuse for walking my lazy carcass again. "I'm solo, so I'm (Dr. Evil quotes here) conserving energy." It's really cool seeing all the headllights working their way around the course at night and to hear "Marco...Polo" at 3:00 AM. If you don't race, at least show up and people watch like Troy.

[jitterjepp]

I'll be there. Hopefully I won't get sick again this year.

[fasterfoster]

I'll be there as part of a team from Lifetime Fitness.

[tkb608]

My team all had excuses, so I registered solo. Can't wait.

[jjrsds]

I'll be there. Somebody might be able to talk me into racing, don't know about riding the single but would be looking for a team that wants to have fun and enjoy the event. I have never raced and if I keep putting off buying another vehicle should be able to race in the coveted second to last place position.

[Konaboy]

Is there a SS class for Afton 24hr? If so....what might be a good gearing?

I rode it last year with a 34:22. It wasn't too bad, but my mind might have blocked out the trauma too much to remember it fully.

[mcarples]

Are there any people thinking about forming a random team that's just in it to have fun and ride? I am thinking of doing this race, but don't have a team to be on. I'm a decent rider but by no means a fast racer. If anyone is interested...just post up.

-Matt

[XC_peterson]

Are there any people thinking about forming a random team that's just in it to have fun and ride? I am thinking of doing this race, but don't have a team to be on. I'm a decent rider but by no means a fast racer. If anyone is interested...just post up.

-Matt
I'll do it...

[Jordan M.]

Are there any people thinking about forming a random team that's just in it to have fun and ride? I am thinking of doing this race, but don't have a team to be on. I'm a decent rider but by no means a fast racer. If anyone is interested...just post up.

-Matt

I'm thinking about it, I did the mt.kato 12 hour and did around 60 miles...PM or something!:)

[mcarples]

I'm thinking about it, I did the mt.kato 12 hour and did around 60 miles...PM or something!:)

Well that makes 3 people...anyone else looking for a team???

[Wolfchimp]

Well that makes 3 people...anyone else looking for a team???
I may be interested. I thought about throwing a SS team together but I dont know if i want to hurt myself that badly.

[XC_peterson]

I just got back from a 6 hour ride with Kurt Lange and friends at Hartley and it was soo much fun wasn't even hurting, the next day I went for a 2 hour ride up at Jay Cooke! I train 8-18 hours a week...

[mcarples]

I may be interested. I thought about throwing a SS team together but I dont know if i want to hurt myself that badly.

Porter-
I've done some riding with Gregg at Mammoth and he said I should ride with you. Would you want to do Mammoth and the Farm some day this week? Also, would Gregg be interested in doing this race?

[iceskier]

This will be the first year in the last Three that I won't be able to ride. My wife is in a wedding in Owatonna that weekend, so I am out. Travis may be interested as he had a good time at 24/9. (although Afton is a completely different animal) PM him.

As far as riding this week at Farm/Mammoth, check the group ride forum....

[The Buckthorn Killer]

I havn't joined a team,yet. If there is a team out there that needs a 4th person, l'll start packing the cooler now.

[mcarples]

I havn't joined a team,yet. If there is a team out there that needs a 4th person, l'll start packing the cooler now.

Right now, we have interest from Myself, Porter and Travis possibly, and XC_peterson. If you were interested, I'm sure we could get you on the team. Let me know sometime soon.

[XC_peterson]

I don't think i'll be able to make it, I'm 15 with no ride!

[Wolfchimp]

Porter-
I've done some riding with Gregg at Mammoth and he said I should ride with you. Would you want to do Mammoth and the Farm some day this week? Also, would Gregg be interested in doing this race?




Matt- I plan to ride on thursday evening at Mammoth with the FARM Crew. They meet at 6:30pm in the gravel lot by the Elementary School. Maybe I'll see you there?

[TB0NE]

I'm game.......................



Right now, we have interest from Myself, Porter and Travis possibly, and XC_peterson. If you were interested, I'm sure we could get you on the team. Let me know sometime soon.

[Earthman]

i justed signed up as a solo my goal is to get 2nd to last this year. i mostly am doing the race to make Shawn look good

[transplant]

i justed signed up as a solo my goal is to get 2nd to last this year.

Aw, damn! My goal was to finish next to last. Now I have to rethink my whole strategy. Maybe even ride a few times between now and then.

[mcarples]

I'm game.......................

Sounds like we got a team. :banana: Right now, its Tom, Porter, Travis, and myself. I'll hit you all with some pm's to make sure this is on.

Porter, I work on thursdays, but I'm hitting farm/mammoth tomorrow.

[Wolfchimp]

Cant ride tomorrow, i have softball. I will be in Red Wing this weekend if you are interested in riding Memorial. Have a good ride!

[Wolfchimp]

Matt- If we have a team....I say we register before the 12th, so we can get that FREE Tshirt!

[TB0NE]

So since we have a team, we should probably pre-ride this course?!?! I have never been there, and unfortunatley, the next 2 weekends are filled up for me with my friends wedding. Maybe the weekend before the race we can head out there...and maybe we can ride around here (Chaska) sometime.

Matt- If we have a team....I say we register before the 12th, so we can get that FREE Tshirt!

[mcarples]

So since we have a team, we should probably pre-ride this course?!?! I have never been there, and unfortunatley, the next 2 weekends are filled up for me with my friends wedding. Maybe the weekend before the race we can head out there...and maybe we can ride around here (Chaska) sometime.

I'm gonna be in Chaska tomorrow riding Farm/Mammoth...are you gonna be there.

I was definately thinking we should register before the 12th (not only for the t-shirt, but its cheaper too). Tom isn't racing though, so I'm hoping that Travis' partner from 9-mile pulls through.

As for pre-riding the course, I was hoping we could get a lap in on race day (a few houres before the race) and if not, we should definately make it out one of the upcoming weekends.

[TB0NE]

I left him a message, I will let you know as soon as he gets back to me. We might want to keep our options open, as I have no idea if he will do it or not....I just met him last weekend when we raced.

[iceskier]

If you guys are interested in preriding there, I suggest you don't do it the day of the race. I would gladly lead you around the course next week sometime early in the afternoon.

You are going to want to ride the trail sooner than later so you can step up the training program and prepare yourself for torture. Monday-Wednesday 4pm works for me. It is $7 to ride there last time I checked. It would be cool to see the changes they made too.

[Magic]

If you are going to preride the 24 hr. course, follow the red poles with the orange arrows on them. Where there isn't an arrow, follow the orange markings painted on the grass. This will take you on the 24 hr. course. Yes it is still 7.00 to ride out at Afton. Ride the new sections with a little caution, they are very "virgin", need people to ride them to seat in the tread. Have fun and be safe.

[Wolfchimp]

I'm up for riding on a weekend. Getting over to Afton during the week would be a nightmare. Sunday the 14th is the best for me right now.

[mcarples]

I'm up for riding on a weekend. Getting over to Afton during the week would be a nightmare. Sunday the 14th is the best for me right now.

Weekends might be tough for me with work and other things...do you have a day off or 1/2 day at work anytime soon?

[Wolfchimp]

I could maybe pull a half day on friday the 12th, if the other teammates would be interested.

[mcarples]

I could maybe pull a half day on friday the 12th, if the other teammates would be interested.

MON-WED works better, but I could probably make that day work. Travis?

[Wolfchimp]

I could pull a mon. actually. It would make it easier than going on friday I think. I'll just ask for the night off from the shop.

Does Afton 24hr actually start at 5pm on a friday night, like it says on the website?

[transplant]

Does Afton 24hr actually start at 5pm on a friday night, like it says on the website?

Straight up 5:00 PM you're running, with a bunch of other lunatics, LeMans style for your bike.

[Tetreves]

Sadly it looks like I'm out for the whole weekend. :mad::hit::angry::(:cryin:

[TB0NE]

Friday the 12th I am out - pretty much that whole weekend (and Thursday) I'm out with my friends wedding stuff. Other then that, work is pretty flexible so let me know when you want to ride and I can figure it out. Mondays are good, how bout the 15th?

[mcarples]

Friday the 12th I am out - pretty much that whole weekend (and Thursday) I'm out with my friends wedding stuff. Other then that, work is pretty flexible so let me know when you want to ride and I can figure it out. Mondays are good, how bout the 15th?

15th sounds great. I'm assuming that works for you Porter, seeing as you suggested mondays. Now...if only we could find a 4th. Anyone...Bueller

[Wolfchimp]

Monday the 15th will work. What time do you plan on being there to ride?

[Earthman]

Aw, damn! My goal was to finish next to last. Now I have to rethink my whole strategy. Maybe even ride a few times between now and then.

is this going to be a heated battle for second to last place this year.

you do not have to train that hard i am really out of shape.

[transplant]

is this going to be a heated battle for second to last place this year.

you do not have to train that hard i am really out of shape.

Look for a husky bald guy on a red Santa Cruz Superlight or Rocky Mountain Blizzard. We can draft one another around the course :D! We'll put this "Who's in worse shape" argument to rest when we get to the first hill and I blow up, throw up and almost give up.

[mcarples]

Monday the 15th will work. What time do you plan on being there to ride?

Maybe leave the city at 3 or 4?

[Wolfchimp]

I'm just in this one for the fun of it. Even though I am pretty competetive, and will probably try to bust my ass, my main goal is just to have a grrrrrrreat time. I hear its just a fun race.

[jitterjepp]

i justed signed up as a solo my goal is to get 2nd to last this year. i mostly am doing the race to make Shawn look good

I'm gonna suck this year. I havn't done hardly any hill climbing so far this year because I spent nearly the last two months in a place where hills don't exist and two months before that I was there for another three months. Not to mention a month and a half off my bike from injuries and waiting for that shock. I don't know..gonna have to eat a lot of banans to keep those leg cramps away this year.
Anyway..I'm starting off early on my excuses. That way if I suck it's already out there that I had problems leading from way back and if I do actually do well I look so much better for over coming so many obsticles.
:etard:

[Wolfchimp]

Well, if I left at 3:30/4:00 that would be ok. Its gonna take me about 45min. to get there though.

[TB0NE]

I'm with you Porter, we hail from the same area.

Also, John (the guy I rode with last weekend) is out, so we still need a 4th....c'mon Gregg, skip the wedding! :eyeroll:

[mcarples]

I'm with you Porter, we hail from the same area.

Also, John (the guy I rode with last weekend) is out, so we still need a 4th....c'mon Gregg, skip the wedding! :eyeroll:

Where do you guys live? I live right by ridgedale mall...near you???

[Wolfchimp]

I live in Chaska but I would leave right from work in Chanhassen.(right off of 5)

OH YEAH....I may have a 4th for Afton. Hes a new MORC guy but I have been friends with him since college. He goes by 'baronvonharsdorf' on MORC. He rode the Levis Trow 12hr with me.

[mcarples]

I live in Chaska but I would leave right from work in Chanhassen.(right off of 5)

OH YEAH....I may have a 4th for Afton. Hes a new MORC guy but I have been friends with him since college. He goes by 'baronvonharsdorf' on MORC. He rode the Levis Trow 12hr with me.

Sounds like it might make sense for us all to carpool to afton seeing as we are all in the same area.

Hope your friend can do it.

[Wolfchimp]

Sounds good to me. So we are going to go with next monday for the ride day? Where would you like to meet to carpool?

[mcarples]

I can meet anywhere...it sounds like you two are closer than I am, so what works best for you two as a meeting place? Also...whats the rack/trunk space situation. I can only take two bikes on my roof and none in my car.

[Wolfchimp]

I can take three on my rack, so we could take my car. TRAVIS...whenever you read this...tell me where you would want to meet. Maybe the Eden Prairie Mall? On the end by Panera Bread?

[Wolfchimp]

Oh yeah I said the 15th didnt I. That will be the day if it works for the two of you.

[mcarples]

Oh yeah I said the 15th didnt I. That will be the day if it works for the two of you.

15th works for me...hopefully we'll have a 4th by then to go with us.

[Wolfchimp]

I'm pretty sure I can get mu buddy to ride. We'd be the old guys...hahahaha. (24)

[TB0NE]

Yea, the Eden Prairie mall works for me. I'm not sure where Panerera Bread is, but I could find it. The 15th sounds good to me. I'll have to see if Gregg wants to ride just for fun. Anyway, that's what we got for right now. The 15th and the Eden Prairie mall. Is the guy you are talking about the guy that I rode with at the farm, Porter? (The one you wakeboard with)

[Wolfchimp]

Nope- different guy. That was Jason....this guys name is Jon. I gave him until tuesday to decide and I told him if we come up with someone before that...oh well.

[TB0NE]

So I realized my rear shock is done. I brought in my bike to get it fixed, hopefully they can get it back to me quick so I can ride and get ready for the ***** hills at Afton! I've had the worst luck with my Rock Shox suspension....maybe I need some Fox stuff.

[mcarples]

So I realized my rear shock is done. I brought in my bike to get it fixed, hopefully they can get it back to me quick so I can ride and get ready for the ***** hills at Afton! I've had the worst luck with my Rock Shox suspension....maybe I need some Fox stuff.

ride hardtail ;)

[mcarples]

Nope- different guy. That was Jason....this guys name is Jon. I gave him until tuesday to decide and I told him if we come up with someone before that...oh well.

Any word from your friend? Its getting close to the dealine for early registration.

[Wolfchimp]

Get a 'fifth element' rear shock. I have heard good things about them. A little pricey though.

[Wolfchimp]

Looks like we have a team. He just said he is in.

[mcarples]

Looks like we have a team. He just said he is in.

Awesome...If you send me some info aboout you and your friend and Travis does the same... I will get the registartion in for us. Three bananas for having a team :banana: :banana: :banana:

[Wolfchimp]

Matt- what do you need for registration? (name,address, phone...?)Are you planning to put it on a credit card and then have us pay you back? That would definitely work the best.

[mcarples]

Matt- what do you need for registration? (name,address, phone...?)Are you planning to put it on a credit card and then have us pay you back? That would definitely work the best.

Afton web site isn't working right now...I'll try and get back to you in the next few minutes. But yeah...I figured I would pay for it all up fornt and you guys could pay me back next monday when we ride at afton. BTW...is Jon planning on riding with us next week?

[mcarples]

just pm me both of your names..addresses...birthdays...and phone numbers. I'll let you know if I need anything else.

[Wolfchimp]

You should have all the info now.

[mcarples]

You should have all the info now.

I need e-mail addresses from all 3 of you. Whoever sees this...can you pm me all 3? I want to send the form out tomorrow morning. Thanks

[Wolfchimp]

Hopefully Travis will post his. I will give you mine and Johns tomorrow morning.

[mcarples]

Hopefully Travis will post his. I will give you mine and Johns tomorrow morning.

If possible...could you try and do this tonight...if not whatever...

Also, any suggestions for a team name? I was thinking something along the internet fiends (seeing as our roots as a team are right here online).

[TB0NE]

Did u get my pm with my email address?

[Wolfchimp]

How about the team name...."Names But No Faces"? (playing along with internet forums)

[mcarples]

Did u get my pm with my email address?
Yep !!!!!!!!!!(10 character rule)

[Wolfchimp]

Ok- I know we decided on Monday Aug 15th for the Afton ride but is anyone interested in riding sunday afternoon instead?

[mcarples]

Can't....last day of work :banana:

[Wolfchimp]

ok, no worries. As of now, I may end up driving separately then. I'd still meet you guys at the EP Mall to drive over though. How does that sound?

[mcarples]

As of now...we are team Faceless

[TB0NE]

Works for me. Porter, I think Gregg is planning on riding with us as well.

And as for the shock, Rock Shox is sending one two-day air so I should be up and running by the end of the week. :banana:
I'll be riding Gregg's singlespeed until then. See you guys Monday. :etard:

[Wolfchimp]

FACELESS...I like it!

[mcarples]

Whats the plan for tomorrow? Maybe meet at the mall around 3? I'm gonna be at work till real late today, but I'll check this thread when I get home and I'll post up, so you two decide the plans and I'll let you know if it works fo me.

[TB0NE]

Around 4 would be better for me, but I could prolly leave a little earlier if I had to. I still need to talk to Gregg and see what is up.

[mcarples]

thats sounds good...another thought, maybe we should bring the ligths and try to do a lap at night??? I'll check here when I wake up tomrrow for final plans.

[TB0NE]

my light isnt charged up so I'm out on that idea. See you at 4ish....are we still meeting at the Panera Bread?

[Wolfchimp]

Panera Bread at 4pm should work. A night lap would be cool but I actually have to meet someone around 8pm so that wont work. Thats why I will be driving separately also. Matt I believe you have my cell number so give me a call when you get to Panera Bread or look for a Honda Accord with an orange Klein on top. See ya there.

[TB0NE]

Update: We should just meet at Afton at 5 since driving is going to be a hassle. My car is full as Gregg and I are riding together. I think we are leaving around 3:30 from here in Chaska. I will PM my cell number to you guys and you can give me a call when you are leaving and we can figure out whats up.

[Wolfchimp]

I agree, meeting at Afton would be easier.

[mcarples]

Can you guys bring money for teh registration to afton? ($71) Also, would you mind paying now for your friend Porter?

[Wolfchimp]

He is going to show up at Afton too. I will give him the message.

[mcarples]

He is going to show up at Afton too. I will give him the message.
Awesome...It'll be nice to meet him. so is meeting at five the plan?

[TB0NE]

I am leaving at 3:30.....so however long it takes to get there from here (hopefully traffic isnt the worst).

also, I don't have $71 on me, unless I stop at an ATM...but I can give you about $50 today. I'll try and stop somewhere to get the rest.

[Magic]

For you guys coming from the southern suburbs, you can take the shortcut to Afton. Take 494 to Baily Road and follow Baily east till it intersect's Manning Ave, also known as County 15. Take Manning south to 50th street and take a left onto 50th. 50th street will take you to Afton Alps, this is where you pay to ride the trails. Go into the golfing clubhouse and get banded like the animals that you are. I hope this little shortcut helps some of you. Watch out for the construction down in New Port, there might be some detours. Have fun on the trails and let me know what you guys think of them.

[Magic]

There's a cash machine at the clubhouse, plus water and powerade and food.

[TB0NE]

For you guys coming from the southern suburbs, you can take the shortcut to Afton. Take 494 to Baily Road and follow Baily east till it intersect's Manning Ave, also known as County 15. Take Manning south to 50th street and take a left onto 50th. 50th street will take you to Afton Alps, this is where you pay to ride the trails. Go into the golfing clubhouse and get banded like the animals that you are. I hope this little shortcut helps some of you. Watch out for the construction down in New Port, there might be some detours. Have fun on the trails and let me know what you guys think of them.

Where along the route approx. does it intersect with Baily Road?

EDIT: Nevermind, GOOGLE helped me find it.

[MTB4LIFE99]

Can you race at any age?

[mcarples]

What are yall thinking about a ride/planning session some time next week?? Maybe an easy ride at mammoth followed by some small planning

[TB0NE]

name the time and the place. mammoth sounds good, how about tuesday or wednesday after work? (i.e. 430ish)

[mcarples]

name the time and the place. mammoth sounds good, how about tuesday or wednesday after work? (i.e. 430ish)
I'm thinking Mammoth, Wednesday, 4:30

[Mo-Tay]

Just rode Afton yesterday and met Larry (i was on the red Epic), the keeper of the course. Those of you who are riding the 24 hour race have a GREAT course to look forward to. The course is FAST and in great shape. The new sections add a great deal to the course! Watch out for part of the rerouted meadows section where you go under the pipe, it is a bit soft and narrow and I fell off to the side at one point. But with some riding on it, it will firm up and be just fine. I LOVE the cement berm! Just rail around it with great vengence and furious anger!

Just wanted to again send a shout out to Larry and all the people who work on the trails there. Your work and efforts are much appreciated and I for one am very thankful!

[jeffgude]

I believe there is day-of-race registration for those of us still indecisive. Correct?

[TB0NE]

I believe there is day-of-race registration for those of us still indecisive. Correct?

I believe that is correct.

[mcarples]

What do you all think about being photographed throughout the race by John Pederson??? http://www.morcmtb.org/forums/showthread.php?t=14453

[seberly]

Yes, raceday registration is allowed. If you can E-mail in your info in advance to aftoninfo@att.net that would help greatly - we will collect the fee at the event site.

[Earthman]

What do you all think about being photographed throughout the race by John Pederson??? http://www.morcmtb.org/forums/showthread.php?t=14453


all i am going to say is i am sure more then one person will take a picture of me my last lap.

[Lil' Punk]

well if ya'll are lucky maybe i'll grace you with my presents

[mcarples]

well if ya'll are lucky maybe i'll grace you with my presents
I believe the word is presence, but if you want to bring presents, we would be happy to accept them.

[mcarples]

So whats the plan for tomorrow?? I'm thinking that mammoth might be a little strenuous for two days before the race. Would you guys want to come out to Theo?

[Wolfchimp]

I am riding Mammoth tonight at 5:30, can't ride tomorrow. Have a good ride.

[TB0NE]

So whats the plan for tomorrow?? I'm thinking that mammoth might be a little strenuous for two days before the race. Would you guys want to come out to Theo?

I'm down with Theo I guess. It'll be a change and we can just do a couple laps or something. I need to stop at home and pick up my stuff, so how does 5:30 sound?

Matt, what is your cell number........and where do you usually meet at?

[Wolfchimp]

Team 'Faceless'- We all need to meet and talk about supplies for Afton.

[TB0NE]

Team 'Faceless'- We all need to meet and talk about supplies for Afton.

Just let me know when. Also, when are ya'll headin' over to Afton Friday?

[Wolfchimp]

I'm leavin' work around 1pm friday to head to Afton.

[mcarples]

Travis, check ya pm's

Edit: You too Porter.

[Lil' Punk]

I believe the word is presence, but if you want to bring presents, we would be happy to accept them.

hey shoosh others dont need to know that :crazy:

[Wolfchimp]

Faceless- I'm thinking we are all on our own for food. I have tools, a stand, and other essentials. Just bring what ya got and be ready to ride. I should be there around 2 or 3pm. I'll leave my bikes (orange Klein and green Bianchi) on top of my car so you can find me. I'll be setting up camp.

[TB0NE]

See ya'll Friday. I'm done with work at noon. How do we get down to the lower chalet?

[transplant]

Go past the golf clubhouse on the main road, to where it ends. There will be some outbuildings in front of you. Take the left and go down a long steep hill. Can't miss it. There are 2 chalets and you'll want the second one. Man, I'm gettin' all nervous and wound up. I'm going to burn through any adrenaline I have just anticipating. This is going to be a blast.

[Wolfchimp]

Drive past the golf clubhouse, the road will go down a massive hill to the left and drive to the second chalet. I dont have cell service once i go down the hill so just look for me. You'll beat me there so how do i find you?

[mcarples]

Yeah, I think fending for ourselves on food is the easiest way.

Travis, do you still want to ride Theo today??? I'm planning on it, so let me know. Give me a call or post up here.

[TB0NE]

I'm going to need to bail on the ride 2nite. I need to get ready for the race tomorrow. See you then.

[mcarples]

Sounds good...I plan on getting to Afton around 2:30 so I'll see you guys then.

[Wolfchimp]

NICE JOB TEAM FACELESS!!!!! Great riding.:crazy2:

[TB0NE]

NICE JOB TEAM FACELESS!!!!! Great riding.:crazy2:

Porter, you are my hero....and you know everything. :banana:

[Wolfchimp]

Porter, you are my hero....and you know everything. :banana:

Travis- You kicked some butt yourself. Take care of that shoulder so we can get you out on the trails again.

[mcarples]

Seriously good work guys. I don't thing I'm gonna be able to make it out to Chaska before I leave, so I'm gonna give the big peace out now. It was good riding with you guys and overall just nice to meet ya.