Headed to Leb for the first time ever tonight

[wannabe]

Well, my riding partner got ALL of his gear (including his bike) stolen a couple of weeks ago, but I just can't take it anymore, I'm headed to Leb by myself tonight for the first time.

I planned on doing the beginner's loop as a "warm-up" (I'm fairly out of shape still so that may be all I can handle...lol) and then on to the expert's loop.

I'm pretty excited. This will be the first time on some decent midwest trails. I started my MTB career on some of the best trails in TX so I'm looking forward to "the best" of the midwest vs. "the best" of TX. Anyone got some tips?

[gopherhockey]

Anyone got some tips?

Hmmm... maybe just watch out for fallen trees. Those of us who normally clear the trail are at the board meeting tonight so are not going to be able to check things out.

Enjoy your ride!!

[THUMP!]

Anyone got some tips?

Recruit someone to ride with for your first time at Leb...it will make it lots more fun.

[fallingup]

Enjoy your ride!

[85911]

Bug spray.

[wannabe]

Recruit someone to ride with for your first time at Leb...it will make it lots more fun.

Where would I find one of these "recruits"? lol

[wannabe]

One other question, I was reading the trail guide and it says that it's about 8.3 miles. Is that up-to-date for 2008? If it is, I'm definitely hitting the whole thing tonight. I can hardly sit here at work, it might be an early day....(about the only perk of being salary)

I'll make sure to update everyone on my thoughts on the trails and how they compare to the ones in TX.....not that a n00b's opinion counts for much anyways. :p

[gopherhockey]

One other question, I was reading the trail guide and it says that it's about 8.3 miles.

Its more like 7.3 right now, depending on what trails you take. We have some sections that are under construction that will open this year that will make it more like 8.5 miles or so.

[THUMP!]

Where would I find one of these "recruits"? lol
Yell at Nita or Decoeric. They are great people that know the trail. If they can't make it I am sure someone will post up.

[charliebrown]

I think I am going to skip my run and go ride tonight over there. I can run in the rain... I will most likely be there around 447 or so.

[charliebrown]

Looks like there is going to be a couple people riding Lebanon tonight at 447 - 5ish. Feel free to join...

[Slimpee]

Looks like there is going to be a couple people riding Lebanon tonight at 447 - 5ish. Feel free to join...

Don't you people have jobs?!?

[charliebrown]

Don't you people have jobs?!?

I work for the state... :D

[rihaha]

I was thinking of riding the trail around 6ish but I might head back to Murphy depending on my mood.

[wannabe]

I've been PM'ing decoeric so for anyone else that's interested....

One of us will probably be there between 3:45 and 4:30. (Sorry for the big range of times, it just depends on how much time I spend on here rather than working. lol) If I get there closer to 4:00 I'm probably going to ride the warm up loop before decoeric shows up. I drive a grey Honda Civic with WI plates...

[THUMP!]

I've been PM'ing decoeric so for anyone else that's interested....

One of us will probably be there between 3:45 and 4:30. (Sorry for the big range of times, it just depends on how much time I spend on here rather than working. lol) If I get there closer to 4:00 I'm probably going to ride the warm up loop before decoeric shows up. I drive a grey Honda Civic with WI plates...


You will recognize Eric by looking for long, blonde hair, leopard spotted bike(with banana seat) and he drives a red, white and blue Triumph Spitfire.

[charliebrown]

You will recognize Eric by looking for long, blonde hair, leopard spotted bike(with banana seat) and he drives a red, white and blue Triumph Spitfire.


:sick:

[Steven W.]

Geeze, twist my arm...I might do a lap or two before heading to the board meeting. I could be there about 4:30...gotta put my bike back together quick.

[pinkshirt]

I'm totally down but I can't make it until 5:30 at the earliest. I havent ridden Leb since the middle of August last summer....I think I can do it without getting too lost.

[charliebrown]

I'm totally down but I can't make it until 5:30 at the earliest. I havent ridden Leb since the middle of August last summer....I think I can do it without getting too lost.

Come join us...

[pinkshirt]

Arent you guys leavin early? Could I catch you for your second lap?

[charliebrown]

Arent you guys leavin early? Could I catch you for your second lap?


I think 5ish? We could ride slow?? Or second lap would work...

[Disaster on Wheels]

I am going to head out there too- I can be there at 5. my internet is down so if plans change- someone please call me! 6127490263

[wannabe]

Arent you guys leavin early? Could I catch you for your second lap?

Aren't you getting to work a little late?? :D

[isaac]

I'd like to get out riding, but don't think it'll be till 6:30 or so at the earliest. Anyone gonna be out there?

[wannabe]

Welp, can't take it anymore. I'm headed out there. Should be there and changed by about 3:50. I'll be waiting for whoever is showing up.

[pinkshirt]

I'm heading out too, unless I find someone in the parking lot I'm just gonna crush some ice (nah still doesn't work) and see if I can catch anyone.

[charliebrown]

Really fun ride tonight. Thanks to everyone that showed up... It was fun to meet the new guys.

[Steven W.]

I second Eric's post...I had a lot of fun riding with you guys. We'll have to do it again sometime. Tom, if you get that photo available, pm me!

[strk9]

i will put it up tonight when i get home

[wannabe]

Thanks to everyone that showed me around. It definitely wouldn't have been as fun by myself and probably would have been too scared to try the log climbs all by myself.

**Here's a tip for people that haven't ridden there before....DO NOT hit the mega pile going full speed!

[9R33N 8Utt3R]

Thanks to everyone that showed me around. It definitely wouldn't have been as fun by myself and probably would have been too scared to try the log climbs all by myself.

**Here's a tip for people that haven't ridden there before....DO NOT hit the mega pile going full speed!
I second the first part, it was extremely helpful to ride with a group my first time there. We should do it again some time.:D Thanks
Now as for the second part I would bet Dave had nightmares of the medavac chopper last night.:) It was a sight to see. Thanks again

[Disaster on Wheels]

I am glad I made it out- it was a fun ride. Nice to meet you Dave and Dean!

[charliebrown]

Our favorite lad from South Dakota jumping the rock in the XX... Nice work Steve... :cool:

[Steven W.]

I've gotta give Dave T. credit for showing me the sweetness of that line.

[dave t]

Thanks, but it looks like you made it your bitch! Nice height.