I'm feeling the same way. I need some SART action, but alas time / fitness doesn't permit. Not in a sjt mood either. Maybe a couple laps at the weed patch in San Clemente would be nice, but a quick spin at whiting might be all the energy I have
Santa Ana Mtns have plenty of trails to get lost on. If you haven't been there Sycamore cyn riverside would be a great place; tons of mazelike trails without names. Pt Mugu state beach park. Noble?Laguna; all good Hope you find your tonic.
The best thing you can do for yourself is try something new . . . go ride a trail you've never done before. More of the same . . . is more of the same. You can't expect anything to change if you don't do something different, and why not start with biking?
Go find fresh dirt.
Have you ridden Backbone out in the Santa Monica's? How about Sycamore out near Pt. Mugu? What about Space Mountain in Moorpark?
Thanks for your input, I've ridden most of SM mtns. And the trails there are great, I was just wondering where you guys go that after riding the trail it almost feel as if you just won a million dollar.
That's the word that drove me to seek a single track to escape my emotion.
Anyway I'm good now. I have never been to Palm Canyon, during this time of year is probably good condition. Just need to make sure flash flood is not in effect right?
Thanks for your input, I've ridden most of SM mtns. And the trails there are great, I was just wondering where you guys go that after riding the trail it almost feel as if you just won a million dollar.
That's the word that drove me to seek a single track to escape my emotion.
Anyway I'm good now. I have never been to Palm Canyon, during this time of year is probably good condition. Just need to make sure flash flood is not in effect right?
One of my favorite rides aorund the Also Woods Area. Alicia Pkwy @ Aliso Woods. Park by the church in the dirt parking lot accross the street. Take the paved service road about .75 miles in and a Dirt/Sant Fireroad will take you into the Canyon. Great rolling and tree covered fireroad leads you to a short but intense clib will take you to the ridge over the canyon then, you roll down the ridge back towards the Paved Road/Fireroad Junction.
If you are an adviced rider and after you have hit it during the day and know where you are going its ALOT of fun with lights at night!
Cheers. No better cure for the blues than 2 wheels on the earth.
I love my rides on SART. Always feel refreshed, emotionally. I have currently been doing the Blackstar and Maple Springs climbs. The constant grind and slower pace gives you time to just concentrate on breathing and the mountain views. Maybe a trip to Kernville and shuttle up for the Cannell Plunge.
If you really need a lift, time for a road trip to Tahoe Rim Trail. Overlooking Emerald Bay can be a huge lift to the spirit. Don't forget to stop by JT Bar for some basque eats and a picon punch. Nevada also has a few activities to enjoy that are illegal most other places, like gambling . LOL.
I usually do a Brown Mountain/El Prieto Loop. You get the chance to grind out all your sorrows on that climb, and just when you've had your perspective adjusted sufficiently by the suffering, you bomb some of the best singletrack around.
El Moro Canyon (Crystal Cove SP) is my local "get my mind off of things" spot. I had to cancel a trip to the desert with the wife for her bday this weekend because of work. I have to work all weekend including Monday (company is off but not me) so I will be hitting it at least 2 times. It's only 5 minutes away from my office and 10 minutes from home. Here's one of my quick routes:
Yeah, I saw that somewhere else, and think it's pretty right on. We are going to have differences of opinion; it's human nature. The best thing we all can do, regardless of political persuasion, is keep it civil and work through things. It's what we try to teach kids; maybe we all should try it as well.
I didn't want this to be a political thread. And I accept the outcome. I simply want to find out where in your opinion is the perfect trail that will wipe all your troubles away for that moment.
Our side had to deal with 8 years of Bush, now it's your turn.
Just so you know I did not vote for Bush for 2nd term. Socialist welfare? How effective is it really in Europe? We shall wait and see, hoping for the best.
2. Come down to the OC--there are a bunch of trails that will make you forget whatever it is that is troubling you. San Juan/Chiquito would be near the top of the list, but there are many others. Let me know if you need a tour guide (however, it will be a celebration ride for me!). Also, Hurkey and SART should be in great shape after the rain. Sycamore Canyon in Moreno Valley also comes to mind this time of year. Hit the chunk-n-jumps and you won't have much else on your mind. Happy trails!
According to Wikepedia's definition of "socialism" I am partly a socialist because I (a lowly hourly-worker citizen) own stock via my 401-K and I do my banking through a Credit Union...:eekster:
But at this time of year I would still vote for the PC epic....
I've been there, ridden most of the trails in Pasadena. Thanks.
Actually, a trail I rode this summer was Rendezvous trail in Montana. But it was a short ride, maybe because I wasn't familiar with the trail system. Not a soul in sight and the Montana mtn range is just breathtaking.
I ride either Marshall Canyon or Claremont since its so close to home. Plus I can ride there and not have to worry about getting in a car
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