Super D Heats Up
September 1, 2010 on 1:14 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentThe line is clearly marked and the tread is in phenomenal condition for the Growlers Gulch Super D on Saturday, September 18th. This is the fourth wheel on the 2010 GG Ride Series. We are still working on logistics. We will probably stage at the GG gate at 8:00 [Continue Reading]
The Doctor Wants His Cup
August 31, 2010 on 1:51 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsChalk it up to ‘roid rage if you like, but that’s not the reason Lance Brigman is in a foul mood. Somebody has his TDG cup. Of the 30+ cups created by PNW ceramic wizard Dara Hartman, all but two were light green. Lance and Mike Van Hoose ordered [Continue Reading]
Spike Blowout Set for September 4th
August 29, 2010 on 10:52 pm | In Mountain Biking | 5 CommentsTrail gurus Joel Rogauskus and Ken Pearson have scheduled a formal christening of the Golden Spike on Saturday, September 4th. Everyone is invited. The ride begins at the Stella trailhead at 10:00 a.m. and will terminate on the Growlers side. A variety of ride [Continue Reading]
Superlight for Super Price on G-Bay
August 24, 2010 on 2:12 pm | In G-Bay, Mountain Biking | 1 CommentUncle Darrell has decided to follow the Ryan McMaster plan – he’s going to make his Heckler his do-everything bike. As a result, Darrell is selling his 2010 Santa Cruz Superlight. The frame is a large. Price is $1,200. Components include a Chris King [Continue Reading]
It Was a Good News, Bad News Situation
August 23, 2010 on 1:21 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentTragedy and joy can be closely intertwined. Sources report that Todd Edwards became so excited when his wife presented him with a new Ibis Mojo for his birthday that he decided to enjoy a celebratory beverage in his custom Tour de Gulch cup. Unfortunately, [Continue Reading]
Break Out the Black Arm Bands
August 20, 2010 on 3:54 am | In Mountain Biking | 12 CommentsWell, we knew it was coming. Weyerhaeuser has had the lower trails at Growlers ribboned and prepped for logging for more than a year. Based on feedback from one of our good Weyco sources, cutting will commence within the next few weeks. It’s going to take [Continue Reading]
Major Clean-up Planned at Growlers
August 19, 2010 on 2:00 pm | In Mountain Biking | 13 CommentsSusan Martin, who has dual citizenship in Northwest Trail Alliance and Growlers Gulch Racing, is leading a push to clean up the garbage on the Growlers system. She has set Saturday, October 23rd as the date for the work party. Projects will include general trash [Continue Reading]
Sol Vista Vid
August 17, 2010 on 2:03 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 4 CommentsGreat video from Ryan, Darrell, and Chase’s recent trip to Sol Vista, Colorado. Courtesy of Dr. Hicks. [Continue Reading]
Guy Smith Trains for Century
August 16, 2010 on 1:37 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentGuy Smith is currently training for the Echelon Portland Columbia River Gorge Cycling Gran Fondo, a century road ride that includes 8,320 feet of climbing. The Gran Fondo – which means “big ride” – will take place on September 26th. Smitty [Continue Reading]
Brigman First at Larch, Second at Trout Lake
August 13, 2010 on 4:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsLance Brigman of Bike Tires Direct and Growlers Gulch Racing finished first in the Larch Mountain Ouch TT on July 25th. Brigman topped the 60+ division with a time of 1:11:32. The route covered 16.53 miles with 3,816 feet of elevation gain. Brigman confessed to [Continue Reading]
Crank Brothers Remote for Sale
August 11, 2010 on 4:23 pm | In G-Bay, Mountain Biking | No CommentsBrand new, still-in-the-box Crank Brothers Remote Kit is available for just $35. Contact Rob Boursaw by phone at 360.430.5679 or by email at rboursaw@yahoo.com [Continue Reading]
Jamieson Sidelined with Injury
August 10, 2010 on 4:17 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsDarrell Jamieson will miss the Growlers Gulch Super D and the World Masters’ Championships due to a severe shoulder injury. The defending Cat 1 Masters champion was at the USA Cycling Mountain Bike Nationals at Granby Ranch Bike Park in Sol Vista, Colorado, [Continue Reading]
Yep, I’m a Homer
August 9, 2010 on 4:26 pm | In Mountain Biking | 7 CommentsA funny thing happened after I broke my Fisher 292 frame. Well, actually several funny things. I learned from Vancouver Cyclery that delivery of a replacement frame would take weeks – maybe months. I have a trip to Bend planned later this month, so I had to [Continue Reading]
McMaster Takes First Short-Track Win
August 5, 2010 on 12:29 pm | In Mountain Biking | 11 CommentsRyan McMaster of Bike Tires Direct and Growlers Gulch Racing won the Cat 2 Westside Short Track XC Race on July 31st. The event was held at Westside High School in Beaverton, Oregon. It was Ryan’s first short track victory but we are confident that it [Continue Reading]
GGR Opens Sign-up for September Super D
August 4, 2010 on 11:20 am | In Mountain Biking | 27 CommentsSign-up is underway for the first-ever Growlers Gulch Super D on Saturday, September 18th. The rocking 3.2 route will take riders from the top of Creation, down a section of Bad Gravity, all of Jekyll, the three Lower KMAs and the Secret Garden. Total descent [Continue Reading]
Loneys Shine at NW Cup
August 2, 2010 on 1:45 pm | In Mountain Biking | 7 CommentsEric and Sam Loney of Project 529 and Growlers Gulch Racing finished the 2010 Northwest Cup Series on a high note with Eric placing third in the pro division and Sam winning the women’s open category. The event, which was the fourth is the series, was held [Continue Reading]
60 @ Sixty Video
July 30, 2010 on 1:25 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 7 CommentsIt’s sometimes difficult to explain why riding 60 miles of trail in a single day is a significant challenge. This video does a pretty good job of laying it out. We rode through alpine meadows, east-side pine forest, and blast zone. We were in old growth [Continue Reading]
Pump Track Skills Transfer to Trail
July 28, 2010 on 12:53 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsGreat demonstration and explanation of the transferability of pump track skills to trail. How to Ride a Bike [Continue Reading]
Highlander Cycling Sponsors Longview Criterium
July 27, 2010 on 2:10 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentThe following message is from Janice Forbes at Highlander Cycling. See contact information near the bottom of the post if you are interested in riding or volunteering. She has race and sponsorship flyers and can send them to you upon request. [caption [Continue Reading]
Elderly Man Nails 60 @ Sixty
July 25, 2010 on 4:03 pm | In Mountain Biking | 13 CommentsIt took a sterling support crew, spot-on logistics, and a take-no-prisoners ride pace, but we got the job done. The dream I’ve had for the last year – to ride 60 miles of prime trail in a single day to celebrate my sixtieth birthday – was achieved [Continue Reading]
60 @ Sixty Details Here
July 22, 2010 on 7:39 am | In Mountain Biking | 10 CommentsThe Mission Meet the Ride Team Interview with Jim LeMonds View List of Contributors I realize that all of you receive requests for donations and that there are many worthy causes, so if you choose not to contribute, I won’t be offended. I have provided [Continue Reading]
Fat Boy Says He’s Ready
July 21, 2010 on 12:25 pm | In Mountain Biking | 8 CommentsIt’s impossible to know if you’ve done enough to prepare, but I think I’m ready. All systems are go for Friday, July 23rd. Since January 1, I’ve racked up 68 rides and 51 gym workouts. Down 13 pounds to 185 and feeling strong. I [Continue Reading]
Mount Hood Epics on Tap for September
July 20, 2010 on 1:47 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentI received the following invitation from Ted Dodd at NWTA, addressed to everyone at Growlers. They are looking for advanced riders and offering two options: (1) a 30-miler with 4,000 feet of climbing or (2) a 60-miler with 8,000 feet of climbing. Max ridership is [Continue Reading]
Loneys Set for Brazil
July 19, 2010 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsThe story at the link below describes the Loneys’ upcoming trip to Brazil, where Eric will race in the World Master’s Championship. The article was published in the Lewis River Review in July. It appears that the writer believes Eric is [Continue Reading]
Loney 4th at Ski Bowl
July 16, 2010 on 1:48 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsEric Loney of Project 529 and Growlers Gulch Racing placed fourth in the pro division in round three of the Fluidride series at Mount Hood on July 10th and 11th. [caption id="attachment_5234" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Eric Loney"][/caption] During the [Continue Reading]
Deja Vu All Over Again
July 15, 2010 on 1:43 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsThe week before the Boundary Trail ride in 2006, we rode Ape Canyon and then dropped down to hit Blue Lake to the Kalama Horse Camp. About 500 yards from the Horse Camp, my Liquid suffered a compound fracture. Larsen tried to fix it with electrical tape – [Continue Reading]
IPA Gift Basket Up for Bid
July 13, 2010 on 12:54 pm | In Growlers Gulch Girls, Mountain Biking | 8 CommentsPortland beer goddess and GGG member Amy Singmaster of Belmont Station has an offer you can’t refuse – the chance to bid on a hand-picked collection of nine Oregon IPAs. Amy promises that “several” imperials will be included. The basket has [Continue Reading]
Mount Sentinel – Missoula, MT – Vid
July 13, 2010 on 11:45 am | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 2 CommentsBeautiful views from the top of Mount Sentinel (5,131 feet) looking south onto Missoula. Also, great foliage above the 4,000-foot level and a clip of a short, sweet descent through pine forest. [Continue Reading]
Twelve Riders Complete REA
July 8, 2010 on 1:43 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsThe crowd was small but the tread and the temp could not have been better at the Growlers Gulch Ride ‘em All on July 10. The event saw 12 people cover 31.5 miles with 5,300 feet of climbing. The 7 a.m. start and a high temp of 82 reduced the chances of [Continue Reading]
Faber Offers Cyclocross Bike
July 8, 2010 on 1:04 pm | In G-Bay, Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsRaleigh Rx1.0 cyclocross bike purchased new in February. Well-maintained. Approximately 450 miles on it. $850 OBO. Contact Marcus Faber at Marcus_K_Faber@RL.gov. See photo below. The bike has gotten good reviews. MSRP in the neighborhood of $1,300. Size: Sm/Md [Continue Reading]
Golden Spike Vid
July 7, 2010 on 12:38 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentMaybe this will entice you. Nice vid from Bob Stanton of the descent on the Golden Spike, heading toward Growlers. The crew took about eight hours at a moderate pace to ride from the Stella gate the Monahan Creek crossing and back. [Continue Reading]
Ride Route Announced for 2010 REA
July 7, 2010 on 4:29 am | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentWho’s Dumb Enough? Jack Berry Tonya Breedlove Marcus Faber John Gibson Rob Larsen D. LeMonds J. LeMonds Jeff Lipton Denise Livingston Ryan McMaster Thomas Mueller Dara Muldoon Jeff Muldoon Greg Ogden Randy Toney Mike Van Hoose 2010 REA Ride Route – [Continue Reading]
Loney, Geo Second at Ski Bowl
July 5, 2010 on 2:13 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsEric Loney was the second-fastest rider on the mountain on June 26th and 27th. In round two of the Fluidride Cup Series at Ski Bowl, Loney finished second only to Keith Thompson of Federal Way. “My first run was pretty clean,” Loney said. “I [Continue Reading]
Two Wheels Down, Three to Go
July 1, 2010 on 1:39 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentIf you completed the GG5K, you know that the wheel you received for riding the Tour de Gulch was a gimmee. The next one won’t be that easy. The Ride ‘em All is on tap for Saturday, July 10th and you will have to earn this wheel. If you can suffer [Continue Reading]
Burger Talks Parking, Spike
June 30, 2010 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsBrad Burger, Chairman of the Parking Committee at Stella, has announced the completion of the parking lot project. Twelve yards of gravel were spread at the parking area on the right as you head toward the gate (the parking location is up the road from the gate [Continue Reading]
Brigman Notches 7th OBRA Win of the Year
June 29, 2010 on 1:52 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentLance Brigman of Team Bike Tires Direct and Growlers Gulch Racing rolled to his seventh win of 2010 at the OBRA Time Trial Championship at Corvallis, Oregon, on June 13th. Brigman covered the 25-mile course in 59:48 to take the crown in the Masters [Continue Reading]
Lewis River-Falls Creek Combo
June 28, 2010 on 1:13 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsMike Van Hoose, Ryan McMaster, Andy Crump and I did a recon and training ride on Saturday, covering 40 miles on the Lewis River and Falls Creek trails, which will be the third and fourth legs on next month’s 60 @ Sixty ride. Fortunately for Crump and me, [Continue Reading]
How Dumb Are You?
June 25, 2010 on 1:04 pm | In Mountain Biking | 15 CommentsIt’s well-known that we have some of the dumbest riders in the region. Help us prove it by signing on for the 2010 Ride ‘Em All, a hurts-so-good event in the Growlers’ tradition. The fun begins at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 10th and will end [Continue Reading]
Loneys on Fire at Northwest Cup
June 24, 2010 on 1:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentEric and Sam Loney had a very good day at stage three of the Northwest Cup at Port Angeles on June 12th and 13th. [caption id="attachment_4825" align="alignright" width="225" caption="Eric Loney"][/caption] Eric was sixth in the pro division, finishing in 3:06.81. [Continue Reading]
TDG Vid Now Up!
June 23, 2010 on 11:49 am | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsThirty-four vid clips, twenty-six photos, and two of my favorite songs. Turn it up! [Continue Reading]
Van Hoose, Livingston Score Points at Vernonia
June 22, 2010 on 1:18 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsDenise Livingston and Mike Van Hoose came up big at the Vernonia Short Track Mountain Biking Race on June 12th. Mike covered the six-lap course in 45 minutes to finish sixth in Men’s Cat II 35-44, while Denise was third in Women’s Cat II 35-44. Both [Continue Reading]
Tour de Gulch XIII Defeats Gloomy Forecast
June 21, 2010 on 1:05 pm | In Mountain Biking | 14 CommentsYou can’t count on the weatherman to come up with a decent forecast, but you can count on Growlers Gulch Racing to deliver a sterling single-track experience at the annual Tour de Gulch. This year was no exception, as nearly 60 riders enjoyed tread that held [Continue Reading]
Tour de Gulch History
June 18, 2010 on 11:15 am | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsTour de Gulch History The Tour de Gulch started in 1997 and involved approximately a dozen riders, including myself, my daughter’s boyfriend and some Les Schwab buddies, a few kids from R.A. Long High School, and my friends Mike Patterson and Jeff Lipton. The [Continue Reading]
Volunteers Buff Trails for TDG
June 17, 2010 on 12:57 pm | In Mountain Biking | 5 CommentsA crew of 26 volunteers completed a series of maintenance projects on Saturday, June 12, in preparation for next weekend’s Tour de Gulch. There is horse-damage in spots on some of the lower trails. Aside from that, everything should be in sterling [Continue Reading]
Fort George Signs on as TDG Sponsor
June 16, 2010 on 12:38 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsChris Nemlowill, co-owner of the Fort George Brewery, has announced that the Fort has re-upped as a Tour de Gulch sponsor. The Fort joins Highlander Cycling and Cyclepath as platinum sponsors of this year’s event. [caption id="attachment_4862" [Continue Reading]
TDG Ride Groups Announced
June 15, 2010 on 12:55 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentPlan on being out from about 9 to 12:30. Your Tour de Gulch ride leader will do his or her best to show you as much trail as possible in 3.5 hours, so bring your hard hat. Expect to go up and down – multiple times. We can’t help it; it’s the only [Continue Reading]
TDG XIII Event Details
June 14, 2010 on 12:43 pm | In Mountain Biking | 20 CommentsEntry: $5 for all participants. Don’t forget to bring $20 for Dara if you ordered a cup. Parking: Please carpool. If it’s dry, you can park along the driveway. There is also parking on the right side of the spur road just past my driveway. Be here and [Continue Reading]
Place Your Order for 2010 TDG Cups
June 10, 2010 on 12:40 pm | In Mountain Biking | 27 CommentsPacific Northwest ceramicist Dara Hartman has graciously agreed to produce a one-of-a-kind 2010 Tour de Gulch Cup. An unfinished version of the cup – shown in the center in the photo below – will be glazed much like the ones beside it, with either [Continue Reading]
June 12th Work Parties, New Lines Coming Soon
June 9, 2010 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsJune 12th Work Parties will be buffing things out to prepare for the Tour de Gulch the following weekend. Here’s the plan. Be sure to check where your group is meeting at what tools you need to bring. Start time is 9:00 a.m. Don’t be late. • Rob and [Continue Reading]
Growlers Gulch Racing Hits South Coldwater Trail
June 8, 2010 on 12:38 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentA huge crew from Growlers Gulch Racing completed trimming and dirt work on South Coldwater Trail 230A on Saturday, June 5th. The 230A is the only trail on the north side of Mount St. Helens that is open to mountain bikers. The group included Brian Mahon, J. [Continue Reading]
Highlander Cycling, Cyclepath to Sponsor 2010 TDG
June 7, 2010 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsHighlander Cycling of Longview and Cyclepath of Portland have signed on as sponsors for the 13th Annual Tour de Gulch. Highlander Cycling opened in December 2009 and quickly won over a large number of area riders. Highlander carries Kona, GT, Felt, KHS, and Schwinn [Continue Reading]
Dave LeMonds Retains Porta-Potty Chairmanship
June 4, 2010 on 11:50 am | In Mountain Biking | 5 CommentsThe Board of Directors of Growlers Gulch Racing has unanimously elected Dave LeMonds as chairman of the presitigious Porta-Potty Committee. This marks the seventh consecutive year that LeMonds has won election to this coveted position. [caption id="attachment_4706" [Continue Reading]
2010 Growlers Gulch 5,000 – Vid
June 3, 2010 on 12:43 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsMultiple hours of pain boiled down to four-and-a-half minutes of video that includes 21 clips and more than 20 photos. I’m watching this on my laptop in the kitchen. I’m dry, my adductors aren’t screaming, and I’m not cramping so bad I look [Continue Reading]
Video from Sam Loney
June 1, 2010 on 3:47 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsFortuately, the women of Growlers do not need to subscribe to this offer. [Continue Reading]
Brigman Helps Team Bike Tires Direct to Title
June 1, 2010 on 12:39 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsNot satisifed with the workout he got at the Growlers Gulch 5,000 on Saturday, Lance Brigman traveled to Corvallis, Oregon, on Sunday, May 23, to help Team Bike Tire Direct win the the OBRA Team Time Trial Championship. This is Brigman’s sixth OBRA win of [Continue Reading]
Video – Donkey Punch
May 28, 2010 on 11:45 am | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 5 CommentsJeff Muldoon shot this vid with an HD helmet-mount camera. Jeff is following Mike Van Hoose down the Donkey Punch trail at Growlers. Van Hoose — Donkey Punch from Dooner on Vimeo. [Continue Reading]
TDG XIII Set for June 19th
May 26, 2010 on 12:30 pm | In Mountain Biking | 11 CommentsFor the thirtheenth consecutive year, the foremost mountain biking event west of Castle Rock on the third Saturday in June will take place at Growlers Gulch. The 13th Annual Tour de Gulch will be held on Saturday, June 19th, with the usual festivities to follow at [Continue Reading]
5K Participants Rate Tires
May 25, 2010 on 1:15 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsThe conditions for the 2010 GG5K changed throughout the ride, from wet-but-tacky to sloppy-and-slippery. 5K participants tried a variety of tires, with mixed results. Eric Loney: Maxxis 2.10 DHF at 28 psi on the front with a Maxxis 2.10 High Roller at 30 psi on [Continue Reading]
McMaster Wins 5K Title
May 23, 2010 on 3:03 am | In Mountain Biking | 8 CommentsRyan McMaster of Growlers Gulch Racing hammered a strong field as he cruised to an easy victory in the Growlers Gulch 5,000 on May 22nd. The 2010 5K was sponsored by the great beer people at Belmont Station. In an incredible tribute to the this year’s [Continue Reading]
Brigman First at Estacada, Second at Silverton
May 20, 2010 on 12:55 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsLance Brigman of Growlers Gulch Racing ramped up his training for the GG5K by winning a 20-mile time trial in Estacada and finishing second in a 54-miler at Silverton. Brigman won the 60+ category at Estacada with a time of 50:22. “We had a head wind on the [Continue Reading]
Video – Alley Oop
May 19, 2010 on 12:36 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 4 CommentsThis was shot with my HD camera with a chest mount on the first part (the fun part) of Alley Oop. I didn’t include the second half since you would have seen nothing but a couple of fat boys huffing up the hill. [Continue Reading]
Norris Trains in London, GGG Gets Ready, Injury Shelves Hansen
May 18, 2010 on 12:40 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 Comments[caption id="attachment_4510" align="alignright" width="132" caption="Norris shows the strain of intense training regimen"][/caption] Norris Busts Out Euro Training Regimen: Desperate to ramp up his 5K fitness after months of sloth, Paul Norris has reportedly [Continue Reading]
All Systems Go for GGK
May 17, 2010 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsWe are on – rain, shine, sleet or snow. The good news is that Team Fajardo will not be able to join us. Because they did not have sufficient time to train, they decided they would be unable to maintain the high standard they set for themselves at previous GG [Continue Reading]
Veatch Reports on Fluidride Training at Duthie
May 13, 2010 on 12:37 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentA group of close buds and a couple interesting individuals that I’ve never met before showed up to join me for a two-day training session with Simon Lawton from Fluidride at the Duthie Skills Park on April 10th and 11th. I had originally contacted Evergreen [Continue Reading]
It Really Is Just a Ride
May 12, 2010 on 12:47 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsFOG member Rob Larsen once said this about biking at Growlers: “Remember, it’s a ride, not a race.” It’s true that we might have bent that rule slightly a few times over the years. But it’s good to keep things in perspective for the [Continue Reading]
Kelso Theatre Pub Offers Growler Fills, Ace of Spades
May 11, 2010 on 9:57 am | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsThe Backstage Cafe at the Kelso Theatre Pub has upped the ante once again by becoming the first venue in Cowlitz County to offer growlers fills. [caption id="attachment_4418" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Tess Parker-Dahlquist"][/caption] Cafe Manager [Continue Reading]
Team Fajardo Threatens Return to GG5K
May 10, 2010 on 12:48 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentShock. Anxiety. Fear. I felt all of those things in an instant last week when I received a formal request for an overnight camping permit from Team Fajardo. They have not fully committed to the ride, but the application for a camping permit will likely be [Continue Reading]
How Do You Define Super D?
May 7, 2010 on 12:44 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsIn a story on I Hate Bikes, Jason Van Horn discusses the changes that have been made to the Super D format, with race organizers deliberately laying out courses to include 30 percent of climbing. Van Horn contrasts this with European-style Super D. Listen to [Continue Reading]
Board of Directors Tabs 5K Favorites
May 4, 2010 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 5 CommentsFive members of the Board of Directors of Growlers Gulch Racing have gone out on a very shaky limb to predict the top finishers and times at the 2010 GG5K. Keep in mind that this group is not the smartest. I was forced to rely on them because they do nothing at [Continue Reading]
Livingston, Van Hoose Race at Bear Springs
April 30, 2010 on 12:53 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsDenise Livingston and Mike Van Hoose of Growlers Gulch Racing competed in the tough Bear Springs Trap XC race at Mount Hood on April 15th. Denise finished 5th in Women’s Cat II, while Mike was 18th in Men’s Cat II. Denise described the course as [Continue Reading]
Latest Trail News
April 29, 2010 on 12:46 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsGrowlers News: Dave, Jeff, Ryan and I added two berms to Lower Jekyll and fixed the second creek crossing. We also added a series of berms to the first Lower KMA and did some work on Bitter Bitch. June 5th Work Party at South Coldwater: We will be leaving from the [Continue Reading]
Work Parties Planned for June 5th and 12th
April 28, 2010 on 12:48 pm | In Mountain Biking | 21 CommentsSouth Coldwater 230A – June 5th Brian Mahon is heading up this work day on the 230A, the only trail accessible to mountain bikers on the north side of St. Helens. We have maintained the 230A for several years and want to show the powers-that-be that mountain [Continue Reading]
ProGrt/Northwest Cup Results from Port Angeles
April 27, 2010 on 12:59 pm | In Mountain Biking | 6 CommentsAl Hansen claimed the second spot in Cat 1 19-29 DH in the latest ProGrt Northwest Cup at Port Angeles on April 24-25. Hansen’s time of 2:55.61 was topped only by Eric Swanson of Santa Barbara, California, who ran a 2:54.06. Amazingly, Hansen came within a [Continue Reading]
What’s the Problem with No Problem?
April 26, 2010 on 1:00 pm | In Mountain Biking | 13 CommentsWe seem to have a recurring problem with No Problem. In January, the Board of Directors met to come up with some general guidelines for trailbuilding and trail maintenance at Growlers. You can view this information at [Continue Reading]
Darrell Jamieson Second at Sea Otter
April 22, 2010 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsDarrell Jamieson of Project 529 and Growlers Gulch Racing finished second in both Cat 1 40-49 dual slalom and downhill at the prestigious Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California, on April 15-18. The event drew 50,000 spectators and more than 8,000 [Continue Reading]
Brigman Demolishes Field at Estacada
April 21, 2010 on 12:14 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsLance Brigman of Growlers Gulch Racing didn’t just win the 60+ time trial at Estacada on April 18. He demoralized his competition with a performance that set him well apart from the rest of the field. Brigman averaged 25 miles per hour as he completed the [Continue Reading]
Timberline Bike Park Set to Open in 2011
April 20, 2010 on 12:59 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentIt might actually be more than just talk. Timberline has announced that it has contracted with Gravity Logic, the consulting firm that created the Whistler Bike Park and other world-class venues, to develop a trail system that will offer something for all types [Continue Reading]
Ridiculous Training Taints 5K Spirit
April 19, 2010 on 2:57 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsRemember the golden days when the Growlers Gulch 5,000 was a mellow ride, not a stroke-inducing hammerfest? This year’s participants have taken things to absurd new levels by starting their training earlier and hitting things harder than ever. As the Voice of [Continue Reading]
Capstone Wine Tasting Available to Highest Bidder
April 14, 2010 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking, WriteTek News | 7 CommentsCapstone Cellars of Longview has graciously agreed to host a wine tasting for 10-15 people, with the proceeds going to Girls on the Run of Southwest Washington as part of the 60 @ Sixty event. Founded in 2003 by Roy and Sandy Bays and Joel and Cathleen McNelly, [Continue Reading]
GG5K Reminder, Support, Menu, and More
April 13, 2010 on 12:46 pm | In Mountain Biking | 19 CommentsWith the Growlers Gulch 5,000 only six weeks away, it’s time to solidify the details. Please take a look and let me know if you have questions. Do you know the route? Can’t stress enough how important this is. A number of people have been out to nail [Continue Reading]
Loney, Hansen Featured in Knappa Vid
April 12, 2010 on 11:53 am | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsEric Loney and Al Hansen of Project 529 and Growlers Gulch Racing are featured in a new vid shot by Jason Van Horn of I Hate Bikes. Great vid of the Flying Dutchman Trail at Knappa, with proof that even the really good guys bite it occasionally. [Continue Reading]
Bad EKG Jolts 60 @ Sixty Training
April 9, 2010 on 8:34 pm | In Mountain Biking, Stories by Jim LeMonds | 5 CommentsDoing the right thing can be a pain in the ass. As many of you know, I’m a little more than three months into a six-month training regimen in preparation for an epic mountain biking ride in July. To celebrate my 60th birthday, I’m planning to ride 60 [Continue Reading]
Training Update – 60 @ Sixty
April 1, 2010 on 3:13 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsFirst, I’d like to thank everyone who has pledged support or indicated that they plan to do so. Thanks also to those who have provided encouragement. It means a lot. The response has been outstanding and very inspirational. It adds a little pressure since I [Continue Reading]
Loneys Race at Port Angeles
March 31, 2010 on 3:40 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentSam and Eric Loney both participated in the Northwest Cup at Port Angeles on March 27th and 28th. Eric placed 11th among 26 pro’s, while Sam picked up her second win of the season in women’s beginners. The men’s field included a group of heavy [Continue Reading]
Fluidride Offers Training Sessions
March 30, 2010 on 3:50 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentCamps and Clinics Fluidride offers instruction for all cycling disciplines. All classes are led by professional rider and instructor Simon Lawton. Simon has over 10 years of full time teaching experience, and is the producer of Fluidride: Like a Pro, the world’s [Continue Reading]
60 @ Sixty Contributors
March 29, 2010 on 1:44 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsLearn how you can get involved. DONORS TO: Friends of the Castle Rock Library Cage Aaron Aaron Althaeuser Becky Belangy Carole Belangy-Rutledge Bruce Blackstone Ken Burgoyne Riley Carlson Gloria Church-Haley Andy Crump Donna DeSpain Vicki Dobbins Larry [Continue Reading]
Training Advice for Women
March 29, 2010 on 9:57 am | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsThis info is from The Cyclist’s Training Bible by professional trainer Joe Friel. Training Advice for Women Studies have deomonstrated that elite women athletes have aerobic capacities somewhat below that of elite men. The highest VO2 max ever recorded for a [Continue Reading]
Breedlove, Loney Overcome Evil, Dominate at Soaring Eagle
March 26, 2010 on 12:44 pm | In Mountain Biking | 5 CommentsTraining at Growlers Gulch is definitely paying off. Tonya Breedlove placed first and GGG teammate Sam Loney took second in the beginner’s division at the Soaring Eagle XC race in Redmond, Washington, on March 21st. The event, which was sponsored by BuDu [Continue Reading]
Van Hoose, Norris, Butler Conquer 5K Quiz
March 25, 2010 on 12:45 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsMike Van Hoose was the first respondent to answer all ten questions correctly in the GG5K quiz. The questions were posted at 8:00 a.m. on Monday; amazingly, the reigning 5K champ had his answers in by 8:26. “It was a slow day at work,” Van Hoose [Continue Reading]
Project to Improve Parking at Stella Trailhead
March 23, 2010 on 1:18 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentBrad Burger is heading up a project to improve the parking situation at the Stella trailhead. Burger has agreed to front the cost for having gravel trucked in. He has also been in contact with Mark and Shelley White, whose father owns the parking area. Mr. White [Continue Reading]
Test Your GG5K Knowledge/Win Beer
March 22, 2010 on 3:00 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsLet’s play for keeps. First person to correctly answer all 10 questions gets their choice of a 22-ounce Avery Hog Heaven Barleywine (9.25 percent/100 IBUs) or a Southern Tier Unearthly Imperial IPA (11.0 percent/100 IBUs). If no one gets all 10, the [Continue Reading]
Sexy Antique Refrigerator Must Go
March 18, 2010 on 3:11 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsSher purchased a sleek new fridge for the basement. Sadly, this means we must part with our beloved Hotpoint. Check the lines on this baby. This isn’t one of the those anorexic runway models. This is the Anna Nicole Smith of refrigerators. Yes, she has a [Continue Reading]
Ride Route Set for GG5K
March 17, 2010 on 12:43 pm | In Mountain Biking | 9 CommentsView list of participants. View ‘09 times and race report. The Board of Director of Growlers Gulch Racing has finalized the ride route for the 2010 5K. The ride will be broken into four legs totaling 5,000 feet of elevation gain over approximately 26 [Continue Reading]
How the Other Half Lives – The Godfather Rides Road
March 15, 2010 on 1:13 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsI know that Mike, Lance, Jack, Denise and others actually enjoy road riding, so – since I was in Bellevue hanging with my grandsons this weekend and unable to get on single-track – I decided to climb on my Niner hardtail and give it a try on the posh [Continue Reading]
GG5K Hits Max Ridership
March 12, 2010 on 3:38 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsWhen it comes to stupid, we are number one! We maxed out at 35 on Friday, which is up from 24 last year. Now the minor details - learning the route, training for the event, and finishing. Very cool that nine women are signed up for this year’s event. The [Continue Reading]
Brigman, Edwards Collect Hardware
March 12, 2010 on 2:08 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsLance Brigman of Growlers Gulch Racing continued his strong 2010 showing by placing second and first at the Banana Belt 1 and Banana Belt 2 road races on February 27th and March 6th. Brigman lost by a bike-length in 60+ Masters at Banana Belt 1. He covered the [Continue Reading]
Frame, Wheelset, Seatpost at Great Prices
March 10, 2010 on 1:41 pm | In G-Bay | 1 CommentThe following items have been posted by Ryan McMaster. Ryan decided that a 4” travel trail bike was not enough and ended up building up an all-mountain oriented Heckler. The result is some great deals for local bikers. The quotes are from Ryan. Contact him at [Continue Reading]
GG5K on the Not-So-Distant Horizon
March 9, 2010 on 3:00 pm | In Mountain Biking | 19 CommentsDefending Growlers Gulch 5,000 champ Mike Van Hoose once said, “At Growlers, the dumber the event, the more people show up.” Here’s your chance to prove him right. Sign-up begins now for the storied GG5K, the first event on the 2010 ride circuit [Continue Reading]
Trail Update, Spike, Parking, 4-Wheelers, LT
March 8, 2010 on 1:47 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsTrail Update: Paul, Mel, Ryan McMaster and I connected with Darrell, Eric, Casey and Ryan Hicks on Sunday to work on Bitter Bitch. We added a switchback and a reroute near the bottom. These will transform the BB climb from ridiculously painful to just really [Continue Reading]
60 @ Sixty on IHateBikes.net
March 3, 2010 on 1:43 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsBig thanks to Jason Van Horn at IHateBikes.net for posting an interview about the 60 @ Sixty ride on his website. Jason was with us on this fall’s ride on the west side of St. Helens. He was also at Growlers for this year’s trail building [Continue Reading]