McMaster Goes Down Hard
October 3, 2011 on 12:45 pm | In Mountain Biking | 8 CommentsRyan parked at 465 before Saturday’s ride. You wouldn’t think this would end up being a problem. However, . . . If this had happened to one of us elderly types, we would have been roadkill. Here’s is Ryan’s account of the incident. As I was [Continue Reading]
Bike Park Volunteers Deserve Major Kudos
September 30, 2011 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsThere is no way we would have taken on a project like the Castle Rock Bike Park without feeling confident that we could draw strong volunteer support. As of October 29th, 43 different volunteers had rung up a total of 545 hours. This is a phenomenal accomplishment [Continue Reading]
Sometimes It’s All Good
September 29, 2011 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsWe had our first emergency extraction at Growlers on Wednesday. Paul, Kelley and Scott Bishop were riding near the Big Easy when Scott went down with a heart attack. Naturally, when Paul and Kelley said they needed to call 911, he told them it wasn’t [Continue Reading]
GG Events Cancelled – Apology and Explanation
September 28, 2011 on 12:49 pm | In Mountain Biking | 6 CommentsI’ve decided to cancel the remaining GG events for 2011 – these include the TT and Climbing Championship. I apologize for not following through, but I am out of gas right now and don’t have the energy to handle the organization of these events. There are [Continue Reading]
Pump Track Technique
September 27, 2011 on 12:28 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentWatch the video. Then when you hit the Castle Rock Bike Park you will know what to do and how you are supposed to look. [Continue Reading]
Stella Closure Has Ramifications for All
September 20, 2011 on 9:03 am | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsThe recent closure of the parking area at Harmony sends a clear message – our situation as mountain bikers in Southwest Washington is very fragile. The ignorance and disrespect shown by a handful of riders with no stake in the local scene is all it took to [Continue Reading]
Bike Park Volunteers Make Headway
September 19, 2011 on 12:45 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsThanks from all of us to the great group of volunteers from Growlers Gulch Racing that showed up Saturday and Sunday to work at the Castle Rock Bike Park. On Saturday, Brian Isbell, Ryane Oline, Ryan McMaster and Greg Ogden focused on digging and installing the [Continue Reading]
Mel’s 40 @ 40 Vid
September 15, 2011 on 12:49 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsPhotos and vid clips courtesy of Kelley Hinkle, Jim LeMonds, and Paul Norris. This ride covered 43.1 miles with nearly 5,000 feet of climbing on the Ape Canyon, Blue Lake, and Falls Creek trails. Mel completed the ride in memory of Bob Clouse, Warren Martin, and [Continue Reading]
Locals Hit Podium at High Cascades 24
September 14, 2011 on 12:59 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsHats off to two teams from Growlers Gulch Racing for their great finishes at the grueling 2011 High Cascades 24 in Bend on September 11. The Bad Bettys -comprised of Dara Muldoon, Denise Livingston, Juntu Oberg and Wynn Lobel – completed 14 laps, each of [Continue Reading]
Oregon Super D Series
September 13, 2011 on 12:43 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsThe Oregon Super D Series came to a close last weekend at Sandy Ridge. The legendary Brian Lopes showed up to claim the top spot. Check the great high-rez shots in the slideshow, courtesy of Guy Smith. [Continue Reading]
Kids’ Bikes on G-Bay
September 9, 2011 on 12:41 pm | In G-Bay, Mountain Biking | No Comments***These items were claimed by Andy Plassmeyer at 1:01 p.m. on 9-9-11.*** I have two kids’ bikes that need a home. Let me know if you are interested in one or both. I don’t want any money for them but would appreciate it if the new owner(s) would make a [Continue Reading]
Mel Knocks Down 40 @ 40
September 7, 2011 on 12:39 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsShe trained so hard, there was never a doubt she’d get it done. On Saturday, September 3rd, Melanie Norris completed her 40 @ 40 epic to celebrate her 40th birthday and to raise money for the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. Mel also dedicated the day to the [Continue Reading]
Brigman Leaves His Mark at Nationals
September 6, 2011 on 1:39 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsLance Brigman didn’t bring home a title, but he came awfully close. Brigman was in Bend, Oregon, to participate in 65-69 division of USA Cycling’s National Masters’ Championships from August 31st to September 4th. Individual Time Trial – [Continue Reading]
Kevin Going Fast
September 2, 2011 on 1:44 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentKevin hits 28.4 miles per hour in this clip filmed at Mount Hood. [Continue Reading]
Details of Stella Parking Closure
September 1, 2011 on 2:36 pm | In Mountain Biking | 7 CommentsAfter speaking with the people who own the areas at Harmony where most bikers park, Bob Stanton submitted this report: Notice to all: The homeowners at the end of Harmony Road (Longview, WA) have rescinded the parking privileges that we had previously enjoyed. [Continue Reading]
Norris Offers 2010 Niner S.I.R. 9
August 30, 2011 on 12:23 pm | In G-Bay, Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsIt doesn’t happen often – Paul is actually selling a bike. His 2010 Niner S.I.R. 9 is on the market. The bike has approximately 10 hours of ride time. Paul is asking $450 for frame only or $500 for the frame and King headset. Complete info about this [Continue Reading]
Bike Park Work Day Set for September 18th
August 25, 2011 on 2:29 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsOur fourth major work party at the Castle Rock Bike Park is on tap for Sunday, September 18th. Start time is 9 a.m. Our focus will be on the following, with crews assigned to each: Tweak the intermediate pump track to perfection, using dirt from the abandoned [Continue Reading]
Mel Norris Closes in on Labor Day Epic
August 24, 2011 on 12:35 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsThe hay is just about in the barn. Mel Norris is putting the finishing touches on the training for her 40th birthday ride on Saturday, September 3rd. The epic route will include Ape Canyon (15.5), Blue Lake (8.8) and Falls Creek (17.1), with a total of [Continue Reading]
Aaron Altaeuser Lands on Injured Reserve List
August 23, 2011 on 2:44 pm | In Mountain Biking | 7 CommentsThe Board of Director has received word that Aaron Althaeuser went down with a head injury recently while riding the 450 Trail at Mount Hood. Although Althaeuser is sometimes considered an NWTA guy, we know he is GGR all the way. During the past year, Aaron helped [Continue Reading]
Legacy Trail Crew Makes a Big Dent
August 22, 2011 on 4:30 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsHuge thanks to the trail crew from Growlers Gulch Racing that hit Legacy on Saturday. Thanks also to Dara Hartman for organizing the effort. The crew included Dara, Laurie Larsen, Wynne Lobel, Chris Laughlin, April Kincaide, April’s friend Kalani, Nancy [Continue Reading]
Tree Wins Battle with Board of Director
August 19, 2011 on 3:22 pm | In Mountain Biking | 14 CommentsIt should never have been this complicated. With Mel’s ride coming up, I wanted to get in some climbing. Went down the Big Wow, up the Ridge Trail, and down Rush. Rode PMS, climbed Bitter Bitch, Lower Jekyll, Little Sister, Vortex and took gravel to the [Continue Reading]
Loney Finishes 2nd in 2011 NW Cup Standings
August 15, 2011 on 1:53 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsEric Loney completed the 2011 race season by placing fourth at Stage 5 of the Northwest Cup Downhill Series at Port Angeles on August 7th. Loney – who races for Project 529, SRAM, and Santa Cruz – finished the year as the second-ranked pro in the [Continue Reading]
Pump de Post-Pumptrack Jam Race
August 11, 2011 on 5:00 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsWe’re not there yet, but this is what we’re shooting for at the Castle Rock Bike Park. Video courtesy of Paul Norris and Vital MTB. Pump-De-Post-Pumptrack-Jam-Race – More Mountain Bike Videos [Continue Reading]
Mueller, Muldoon, Olin Race at Oakridge
August 10, 2011 on 4:39 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentThomas Mueller, Jeff Muldoon and Ryane Olin – all of Growlers Gulch Racing – ripped tread at the Oregon Super D at Oakridge on August 7. The course was set up on the Alpine Trail and included 4,700 feet of descent and 1,000 feet of climbing over 14 [Continue Reading]
Crump’s Nephew Learns by Trial and Error
August 9, 2011 on 5:06 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 2 CommentsAndy Crump’s nephew Spencer is learning to mountain bike. Apparently, Spencer has been taking lessons from members of the Killer Burritos – a now defunct biking group from Portland that rode in several TDGs. The video is only a minute long, but it is [Continue Reading]
Sign-up Now for GG Super D
August 8, 2011 on 4:24 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 26 CommentsSign-up begins now for the GG Super D on Saturday, September 17th. This event is brought to you by Growlers Gulch Racing. Course: Some work is needed on Legacy, but the ride route is in very good shape. You will start at the top of Legacy, then hit WTF, Vortex, [Continue Reading]
Mel’s 40 @ 40 to Raise Money for Cancer Research
August 5, 2011 on 4:04 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsIn an effort to alleviate some logistical nightmares I have decided to make some changes to the 40 @ 40 Ride. We are still going to finish up with the Falls Creek trail. Paul is going to pace me, Jeep is going to sweep me and Dave is going to be our driver so [Continue Reading]
Brigman Preps for USAC Nationals
August 4, 2011 on 4:25 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentLance Brigman of Growlers Gulch Racing has been training hard for the upcoming USA Cycling Nationals in Bend from August 31 to September 3. Lance will participate in the 65-69 Master’s Time Trial on Wednesday, hit the Criterium on Thursday and then finish [Continue Reading]
South Coldwater Video
August 3, 2011 on 11:47 am | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsGreat stuff once again from Kelley Hinkle. This is footage of our Monday ride on the 230A Trail at Coldwater Ridge, north of Mount St. Helens. We topped out at St. Helens Lake. In most cases, video doesn’t do justice to the terrain. That’s not the case [Continue Reading]
Under-employed Ride South Coldwater
August 2, 2011 on 1:53 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentI tried to get out of it. When I talked with Paul on Sunday at the bike park, his knee was hurting and he was fatigued from riding Smith Creek with Mel on Saturday. I got the impression that he might want to cancel our ride on the 230A Trail at South Coldwater. No [Continue Reading]
Expert Pump Track Nearly Completed!
August 1, 2011 on 3:07 am | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentThanks to a great design by Kevin Knorr and Randy Toney and extraordinary work from a crew of volunteers from Growlers Gulch Racing, the expert pump track at the Castle Rock Bike Park is approximately 75 percent complete. We told Kevin and Randy we wanted them to [Continue Reading]
Major Work Underway at CR Bike Park
July 29, 2011 on 2:09 pm | In Castle Rock Bike Park, Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsProgress continues at the bike park this weekend with a two-day build on tap. The plan is to complete the expert pump track. The beginner and intermediate tracks are rideable. However, Kevin Knorr, Ryan McMaster and Ryan Hicks – who have been involved with [Continue Reading]
Smith Creek Vid
July 28, 2011 on 1:58 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsThanks to Kelley for this vid. You can read his full report about the Smith Creek adventure here. [Continue Reading]
Growlers Ride Report from Tony
July 27, 2011 on 12:24 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentJust worked out that I was back in town after grueling vacation stints in Vegas and LA and was able to connect with veteran rider Tony Harisimowic from Vancouver on July 17th. Tony has a great blog that details his wide-ranging ride experiences on 254 trails in 26 [Continue Reading]
Dave, Smitty on Injured List
July 26, 2011 on 1:19 pm | In Mountain Biking | 3 CommentsTough news for two GGR stalwarts. Dave LeMonds has received word that he will miss the entire summer and fall ride seasons due to a back injury. Dave has experienced extreme leg pain during the past two months. An MRI revealed a herniated disc that will require [Continue Reading]
Smith Creek, Ape Canyon Ride Report
July 25, 2011 on 1:20 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsRob Larsen, Jack Berry and Bob Horness joined the Under-employed – Paul Norris, Kelley Hinkle and myself – for a ride at the mountain on Friday. Our goals were to familiarize Paul with Smith Creek in advance of Mel’s Labor Day birthday epic, to [Continue Reading]
Eight Mile – Knebel Springs Report
July 21, 2011 on 1:43 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsDetailed report from Kelley Hinkle about a recent ride at Eight Mile – Knebel Springs at Mount Hood. Story. Video below. [Continue Reading]
Super D Route Now Set
July 20, 2011 on 1:22 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsThe Board of Director has settled on the ride route for the 2011 Super D, scheduled for September 17th. This event is sponsored by Growlers Gulch Racing. The race will start at the top of the Legacy and then hit WFT, Vortex, Jekyll, the Lower KMA’s and the [Continue Reading]
Rogauskas Finishes at Cascade Creampuff
July 18, 2011 on 1:12 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentAll those big training rides on the Golden Spike paid off for Joel Rogauskaus, who earned a finisher’s hat by completing the Cascade Creampuff in 13 hours and 44 minutes on July 11th. The 100-mile event, which combined intense gravel climbing with vicious [Continue Reading]
St. Helens Report
July 14, 2011 on 3:09 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentBrian Mahon and Ken Noble were at Blue Lake for a ride this weekend to test the high-elevation conditions. They headed up toward Huckleberry Saddle and the Sheep Canyon Trail but could made it a quarter of a mile before snow turned them back. They were able to [Continue Reading]
Beginner, Intermediate Pump Tracks Ready to Ride!
July 11, 2011 on 1:39 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsAll of the planning and hard work is now paying off! A stalwart crew from Growlers Gulch Racing constructed the beginner and intermediate pump tracks at the Castle Rock Bike Park on Sunday, July 10th. See photos at the bottom of this post – they don’t [Continue Reading]
Valmont Bike Park
July 7, 2011 on 12:29 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentTwo vid clips from the Valmont Bike Park in Boulder, Colorado. Big dollars and plenty of creativity on display. The first gives an overview of the park. The second has some good stuff shot with a helmet cam. The third has some air shots and a nice view of the [Continue Reading]
South Coldwater Vid
July 7, 2011 on 12:25 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsNice vid from Andy Plassmeyer showing the descent off the South Coldwater 230A on the work day in late June. [Continue Reading]
Golden Spike in Pristine Condition
July 6, 2011 on 12:40 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentIf a brain injury or bad DNA has left you unconvinced that the Growlers and Stella systems offer some of the Pacific Northwest’s best trail, Saturday’s ride would have changed what’s left of your mind. Joel, Dave, Jack, Erik, Lipton, Paul, Mel, [Continue Reading]
Travis Doesn’t Eat Feces
July 5, 2011 on 1:17 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsAfter making his debut at Growlers in the feature film Travis Eats Feces and then following that with a repeat performance at the Tour de Gulch, Travis Degn proved this weekend that he is ready to start schooling people. Check out his performance on the bridge on [Continue Reading]
Locals Place at Hood
July 5, 2011 on 1:08 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentStage 3 of the Northwest Cup Downhill series saw several local riders turn in good showings at Mount Hood. The event took place June 24-26. Geo Smith of Project 529 was first in Cat 1 50+ with a time of 5.32.39. Jason Moon finished fourth in Cat 1 40+ with a time [Continue Reading]
Beer Survey Snubs Most Oregon Offerings
July 1, 2011 on 1:10 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentFrom Biz Journals: I don’t want to sound like a Stone Arrogant Bastard, but reading the 2011 Zymurgy Best Beers in America list gave me the Oskar Blues. Only two Oregon beers made the top 50 in the annual list, which is compiled by the American Homebrewers [Continue Reading]
Jamieson Wins at Crested Butte
June 29, 2011 on 1:12 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsAfter missing the entire 2010 race season to shoulder surgery, Darrell Jamieson proved that he is all the way back. Jamieson won the 30+ Cat 1 crown in dual slalom at the Wildflower Rush Mountain Bike Series Race in Crested Butte, Colorado. He also finished third [Continue Reading]
Mel Norris Completes Mount Adams Century, Ramps Up Training
June 28, 2011 on 12:33 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsMelanie Norris completed the Mount Adams Century on Saturday, June 25th. Training partner Paul Norris was along for the ride. Totals included 105 miles and 7,600 feet of climbing with time in the saddle at just over seven hours. “This lets me know we can tap [Continue Reading]
South Coldwater Crew Steps Up
June 28, 2011 on 12:31 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsA small but staunch crew from Growlers Gulch Racing made big progress on the South Coldwater 230A Trail on Sunday, June 26th. The group included Brian Mahon, Dave LeMonds, Jeff Lipton, Lance Brigman, Erik Carlson, Bob Horness, Ken Noble, Ryan McMaster, Chris [Continue Reading]
Bike Park Photos – Additional News
June 27, 2011 on 1:48 pm | In Castle Rock Bike Park, Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 3 CommentsThe photos below are from last Thursday’s work day – with Ryan McMaster, Ryane Olin, Randy Toney, and Randy’s dad, John, on site to handle the layout, rocking of the access area, scrape-off and grading. Huge thanks to them for putting in 11 hours [Continue Reading]
Castle Rock Bike Park Breaks Ground!
June 24, 2011 on 1:34 pm | In Castle Rock Bike Park, Mountain Biking | 1 CommentA small crew from Growlers Gulch Racing broke ground on the Castle Rock Bike Park on June 23rd. Our Fill & Grade permit, which allows us to disturb less than one acre of dirt, was approved earlier than expected and we decided to take advantage. The initial [Continue Reading]
3Minute Gaps – Biking Documentary
June 23, 2011 on 8:17 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 Comment3Minute Gaps For two years the crew of 3 MINUTE GAPS have followed the world’s best mountain bike racers around the globe documenting them as they trained, prepared, rode, ate, traveled, raced, celebrated, commiserated, and made sacrifices simply because of [Continue Reading]
Controversy Clouds Brigman’s 65th Birthday Celebration
June 22, 2011 on 12:07 pm | In Mountain Biking | 8 CommentsYes, it’s Lance Brigman’s birthday! Now, instead of feeling bad because you’re getting your ass handed to you buy a 64-year-old, you can experience that same angst knowing that the elderly gentleman riding away in the distance is 65. On a day [Continue Reading]
South Coldwater Work Party – June 26th
June 21, 2011 on 1:23 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsThe South Coldwater work party on the 230A Trail on the north side of Mount St. Helens is a go for Sunday, June 26th. Full details and sign-up here. Brian Mahon and Ken Noble went up recently to do recon and start the work. Brian reports that heavy snow brought [Continue Reading]
Video Footage from TDG XIV
June 21, 2011 on 1:18 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsTDG XIV Draws 75 Riders
June 20, 2011 on 12:51 pm | In Mountain Biking | 5 CommentsSeventy-five riders shrugged off drizzle and sloppy tread to soak up the vibe at the Fourteenth Annual Tour de Gulch on Saturday, June 18th. The event was sponsored by Growlers Gulch Racing. Having fun was the top priority and that goal was accomplished! With so [Continue Reading]
2010 TDG Vid – It Works!
June 17, 2011 on 12:39 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentTakin’ you back to last year’s TDG. Brought to you by Growlers Gulch Racing. [Continue Reading]
Nautilus Donates Treadmill for Bike Park Raffle
June 17, 2011 on 12:38 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentNautilus has announced that it will donate a Schwinn Fitness 840 Treadmill valued at $1,599 to Growlers Gulch Racing, with all proceeds from the upcoming raffle going to the Castle Rock Bike Park. Mel Norris, who is heading up fundraising efforts at the post-Tour [Continue Reading]
TDG Info
June 16, 2011 on 12:56 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsWeather prediction for Saturday is 66 with a chance of showers. This is the PNW. Plan accordingly. Normally, we are canine-friendly, but no dogs for this event. One person failed to abide by this rule last year and is still taking abuse for it. You will probably [Continue Reading]
Mel’s Training Update
June 15, 2011 on 11:45 am | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentMel Norris reports that training for her 40th birthday ride on Labor Day weekend is going well. The plan is to cover approximately 43 miles at Smith Creek and Falls Creek. Last weekend, she and Paul completed a century road ride in Oregon. For those of you who [Continue Reading]
Three Vids from Kelley Hinkle
June 14, 2011 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsThanks again to Kelley for providing several nice vid clips, this time from the Rocky Mountain demo day at Growlers on Thursday. Kelley rocking the Element on the Big Easy: Ken Noble (dark blue shirt) taters himself on the log at the bottom of Beauty. Bob [Continue Reading]
Rocky Mountain Demo Day Draws Big Crowd
June 13, 2011 on 12:52 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsThe Rocky Mountain demo day, sponsored by Highlander Cycling, drew nearly 20 people to Growlers Gulch last week. John Olden, U.S. sales manager for Rocky Mountain, noted that 25 people showed for the demo day in Bend. He was impressed by the turnout at Growlers and [Continue Reading]
TDG Ride Groups
June 11, 2011 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsCreampuff Spikers Joel Rogauskus Andrew Holder Gravity Boys Eric Loney Ryan McMaster Casey Cox Geo Smith Bob Juntunen Jason Moon Ryan Hicks Jeff Muldoon Psychotic Reaction Denise Livingston Adam Cartier Hillary Hutchins Joshua Hutchins Stacey Dugan Sean [Continue Reading]
GGG Stunt Riders
June 10, 2011 on 12:54 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 2 CommentsThis video, courtesy of Cage Aaron, appears to show a group of North Shore types doing a variety of stunts. However, Cage told me this was actually filmed in Bend and features several GGG members following their weekend at the Dirt Series biking camp. [Continue Reading]
Erik Carlson at Ski to Sea
June 9, 2011 on 12:45 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsErik Carlson participated in the Ski to Sea race in May. The team event featured seven legs, each focused on a different sport. Teams started at Mount Baker and finished in Bellingham. Great footage of Erik as he rocks a course consisting of gravel path, railroad [Continue Reading]
Growlers Trail Update
June 9, 2011 on 12:45 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsWith Tour de Gulch XIV on the horizon, we have been working hard to make sure things are in shape when riders arrive on June 18th. Thanks to everyone who has been involved. This past weekend, I ran into several people who said the tread is the fastest they’ve [Continue Reading]
GGG Hits Dirt Biking Series
June 8, 2011 on 12:38 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsTen members of the Growlers Gulch Girls traveled to Bend in early June for a weekend of skills development and debauchery. Mel, Sam, April, Deanna, Chris and Dara enrolled in the Trek Dirt Series mountain biking camp while Juntu, Ksenia, Denise and Amy rode a [Continue Reading]
Two Vids from Kelley Hinkle
June 7, 2011 on 12:04 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 2 CommentsThanks to Kelley for his continuing work with trail reports and photo and video sharing. The first vid is of one of Vaughn’s “hidden trail” areas. Does it appear that a person with a pair of dull scissors cleared the remarkably spacious line? [Continue Reading]
Tour de Gulch Sign-up
June 1, 2011 on 12:38 pm | In Mountain Biking | 8 CommentsWe need to know if you will be attending both the ride and the party. Who’s in? Shaun Alexander (Ride & Party) Brian Andrist (Ride & Party) Jack Berry (Ride & Party) Lance Brigman (Ride & Party) Zeecha Lutawin Brooks (Ride & Party) Kori [Continue Reading]
World’s Largest Bike Park
May 31, 2011 on 12:47 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | No CommentsLocated on 2 ½ acres in Burnaby BC, Mountain Air Park opened in May 2008 as the largest public bike skills parks in the world. Its unique, custom-built features, central proximity in the Greater Vancouver area, multi-level design for the novice rider to the [Continue Reading]
Growlers Trail Update
May 30, 2011 on 1:54 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsA small but efficient trail crew was out on Saturday to do clean up and repair at Growlers on June 18th. Big thanks to Dara and Jeff Muldoon, Vaughn Martin, Thomas Mueller, Brian Mahon, and Lance Brigman, who connected with me to knock a few items off the TDG [Continue Reading]
Rocky Mountain, Felt Offer Demo Days
May 27, 2011 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | 6 CommentsIf you would like to test a new ride, June is the time. Highlander Cycling will team with Rocky Mountain to sponsor a demo day at Growlers Gulch on Thursday, June 9th, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bikes available will include the Element MSL, Slayer, Vertex 29, Altitude [Continue Reading]
Tour de Gulch XIV Slated for June 18th
May 24, 2011 on 12:48 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 16 CommentsThink of it as a party with a ride attached. The storied Tour de Gulch – the best mountain biking ride west of Castle Rock on the second or third Saturday in June for the past thirteen years – is set for Saturday, June 18th. GGR veteran Mike Van Hoose [Continue Reading]
GG 5K Video, Elevation Profile Now Up
May 24, 2011 on 12:45 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentI had to dodge a few copyright bullets in order to get my friend Jimi on this one. Turn it up. View complete results and check the elevation profile of the ride, courtesy of Marcus Faber. First you go up; then you go down. How hard could it be? [Continue Reading]
Great Tread, Strong Riders Highlight GG5K
May 23, 2011 on 12:39 pm | In Mountain Biking | 7 CommentsThe tread was great, the temperature was perfect and the riders were on their game at the sixth Growlers Gulch 5,000 on Saturday, May 20th. We had random start times; most people rode two laps while several rode three. But the results were consistently [Continue Reading]
Final Details for 5K Participants
May 17, 2011 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsPlease check this info and let me know ASAP if you have questions: Start times are either 7:30 or 9:00. You can check the sign-up. No problem if you want to adjust. Everyone starts from 465. I recommend that you be there at least 15-20 minutes early to make sure [Continue Reading]
Sign-up Underway for South Coldwater Work Party
May 16, 2011 on 12:52 pm | In Mountain Biking | 12 CommentsThe date has been moved to Sunday, June 26th. We will meet at the park-n-ride on the west side of Exit 49 at Castle Rock at 8:00. Growlers Gulch Racing will be cleaning the bottom 3 to 4 miles of this unique trail. It is the only single-track access for mountain [Continue Reading]
5K Vets Provide Advice
May 13, 2011 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentSusan Martin will not be able to make it to this year’s GG5K. That leaves Dave, Rob, and me as the only riders to have participated in all six of these events. Those of you who have race experience probably have your regimen dialed in. However, if you are [Continue Reading]
Rip Nine Frame and Shock
May 13, 2011 on 12:37 pm | In G-Bay, Mountain Biking | No CommentsThe Doctor has upgraded and is now offering his Rip Nine frame, fork, seat post, and headset for sale. The Rip Nine was the 2007 all-mountain bike of the year and can be reviewed on the Niner site. Minimalist that he is, he did not send a photo. Small frame Chris [Continue Reading]
Godfather Falsely Accused
May 12, 2011 on 11:57 am | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsNormally, when I receive flak, I simply bust out my forgive-and-forget hat, turn the other cheek, and drive on. Unlike my brother, I don’t hold a grudge or rail about unjustified character assassination. But this time, it’s hard to remain silent. By [Continue Reading]
All-Mountain 29″ Wheelset for Sale
May 11, 2011 on 12:35 pm | In G-Bay, Mountain Biking | No CommentsAll-Mountain 29″ Wheelset – ***THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD*** Near new condition. Used for only three rides Custom DT Swiss 520SL rims; 29″ alloy disc; 26mm wide; sleeved w/eyelets; 32/36h Specialized Hi-Lo disc front hub; laser-etched logo; sealed [Continue Reading]
Hop & Grape Brings It
May 10, 2011 on 2:52 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentDave Look, formerly the beer dog at Olympic Drug, has opened his new venue – Hop & Grape – at 924 15th Avenue in Longview. Hop & Grape sells beer-making supplies and also has a nice beer and wine selection, and Look expects to expand his [Continue Reading]
Latest Bike Park News
May 9, 2011 on 12:49 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsWe are making progress. Here are the most recent accomplishments: 501(c): We nailed our 501(c) status through the North Country Recreation Association. I now can make deposits to the bike park account and will be able to write checks to pay our bills. Thanks to [Continue Reading]
Vaughn Martin – Miracle Man
May 5, 2011 on 1:02 pm | In Mountain Biking | 4 CommentsWhen I look back at 2010, it’s easy to find all kinds of candidates for “Story of the Year.” Eric Loney was second at the World Cup in Brazil and finished the season as the top-ranked pro in the Pacific Northest. Ryan McMaster completed the Bend [Continue Reading]
GG5K History Quiz
May 4, 2011 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | 1 CommentSix history questions to celebrate the sixth GG5K. The only person to complete the last 20 miles of a 5K with a broken shoulder. He claimed that he gained 7,000 feet of elevation at the ’08 GG5K. The Board of Director dismissed this as illusion. At the [Continue Reading]
Even the Good Guys Wreck
May 3, 2011 on 1:00 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentCrash compilation. Courtesy of Kevin Knorr. [Continue Reading]
CR Bike Park Design – Latest Version
May 2, 2011 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsWe continue to fine-tune the design. The copy below is the most recent version. As you can see, it’s not possible to show detailed versions of the pump tracks in this view. Randy and Kevin will eventually come up with individual designs for those. If you have [Continue Reading]
Wall of Fame
April 30, 2011 on 12:43 pm | In Castle Rock Bike Park, Mountain Biking | No CommentsBig thanks to the following contributors who have pledged donations for the Castle Rock Bike Park. To donate, make your check out to North Country Recreation Area and mail to NCRA, c/o Jim LeMonds, P. O. Box 651, Castle Rock, WA 98611. We have 501(c) [Continue Reading]
Norris Taters Turner
April 29, 2011 on 12:38 pm | In Mountain Biking | 9 CommentsPaul Norris’ trip to Moab took a shot in the testicles when he discovered a crack in his Turner Sultan. Taking a page from the Jack Berry ride manual, Norris hammered the Turner through endless rocky sections at Porcupine Rim on Wednesday. The results were [Continue Reading]
Cornering Clinic with Lars Sternberg
April 29, 2011 on 12:30 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 1 CommentLars Sternberg of Transition Racing attends may of the same DH events as Eric Loney and the Project 529ers. Check this vid, which combines instruction from Lars and clips that show how to corner properly. Don’t be discouraged – he’s a pro. [Continue Reading]
Khadafi Trail at Stella
April 27, 2011 on 12:41 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 2 CommentsCheck this clip shot by Ken Noble. This tough, technical trail at Stella takes approximately 20 minutes to ride and is filled with a variety of challenges. Contact Brian Mahon or Ken Noble for location. [Continue Reading]
Hartman Announces Spring Shows
April 27, 2011 on 12:40 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsCraft Department Spring Sale 2011 This Spring my calendar is filled with lots of sales, a fundraiser, and a workshop at Hollins University. Whew! Hope you can make it to one or all of the events. Details are below. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions [Continue Reading]
2010 GG5K Vid
April 26, 2011 on 12:42 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 2 CommentsAh, those fond memories. Dave says that getting your ass handed to you for five hours doesn’t seem nearly as bad when the pain has been reduced to a five-minute video. Yes, you can be in the 2011 vid. We will have people taking photos and vid clips throughout [Continue Reading]
Congrats to Camas Bikes, Clark County Bike Team
April 25, 2011 on 11:32 am | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsCamas Bikes Voted Best Sporting Goods Store in Clark County If you want to sell a product and develop a successful locally-owned business, make the effort to be involved in the community you serve and use your focus to enrich the lives of others! [caption [Continue Reading]
Olin, Brigman, Isbell Hit Podium
April 22, 2011 on 12:46 pm | In Mountain Biking | No CommentsSuper D: Ryane Olin and Brian Isbell raced at Jefferson, Oregon, last weekend. Brian – who has volunteered to assist with brush-clearing at the bike park – was first in Cat1 while Ryane was second in the same classification. Can’t wait to see what [Continue Reading]
Biking Poem from an Eight-Year-Old
April 21, 2011 on 12:48 pm | In Mountain Biking | 2 CommentsMy number-one grandson, Carter J. Hanley, had surgery yesterday. See the photo at the bottom of the page. He has two more incisions further below the belt. It’s going to take him a while to get back on his bike, but this post is for him. I know most of you [Continue Reading]
Travis Eats Feces on Beauty
April 21, 2011 on 12:43 pm | In Mountain Biking, Photos and Videos | 8 CommentsTravis is a beginner, but we’ve all been there. Too far forward. Out of control and trying to rein it in – and then the second obstacle shows up. [Continue Reading]