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Peete
08-14-2006, 06:15 AM
Anyone want to meet at Wintergreen for some lift assisted shredding?
Should be a good warm up for Wisp, right?
My 11 year old actually wants to go back and ride it some more. Hey, I gotta do it for the kids, right?
It's a long weekend but I figure I sunday or monday would be good for me. Saturday might be pushing it since we're driving up friday night to Williamsburg.
urbaindk
08-14-2006, 10:17 AM
Depending on when my wife's uncle gets around to sending up the keys to the condo, I might be going up this weekend or next. Can anybody give me a low down on trails suitable for burly hardtail action? I'm not really sure what to expect from Wintergreen. Any info would be appreciated.
G-spot
08-14-2006, 10:25 AM
Sounds like a fun weekend, but I will be up in the North shore and whislter. I will be riding and visiting the in- laws( my wife is from BC)Maybe another time so I can meet all of you
Tattooo
08-14-2006, 12:17 PM
I might be able to swing Monday or Sunday. I have a BBQ going for the navy folk Saturday, so can't then.
Peete
08-14-2006, 05:41 PM
Sounds like a fun weekend, but I will be up in the North shore and whislter. I will be riding and visiting the in- laws( my wife is from BC)Maybe another time so I can meet all of you
I'll be up at the north shore, I'll be up at the north shore...:redhot:
This time next summer I'm taking Jr. to Whistler for sure.
Anyway Ian, sunday or monday work for me. Sunday preferably.
Tattooo
08-14-2006, 07:31 PM
Let me see how out of hand things get Saturday night. There is always a lot of drinking at these parties, normally with me doing most of it, so there's a better then odds on possibility of me not getting out of bed Sunday.
noname
08-15-2006, 05:38 PM
Depending on when my wife's uncle gets around to sending up the keys to the condo, I might be going up this weekend or next. Can anybody give me a low down on trails suitable for burly hardtail action? I'm not really sure what to expect from Wintergreen. Any info would be appreciated. I didn't come across anything at Wintergreen that can't be handled on a hardtail, assuming it's a tough one. Took my old Rockhopper up there and it did just fine.
So long as you tubes/tires hold up.............
dan wask
08-15-2006, 06:38 PM
where is wintergreen ?
Tattooo
08-15-2006, 08:18 PM
Its where Double Fresh Gum comes from.
Peete
08-15-2006, 08:27 PM
Why do they call it wintergreen if it's white in the winter? Shouldn't they call it Summergreen or Winterwhite? Or Winterslush?
They could have called it Broke Lift Mountain earlier this summer.
dan wask
08-15-2006, 08:33 PM
So is it freeride oriented ? Ladders and stuff ? I did a search and only came up with a couple of pictures of small stunts.
BIRDMAN111
08-15-2006, 09:05 PM
there is a pretty goo section of freeride at WG but i havent seen it in person. there is also some really sweet DH. i thing there is a forum with WG pics ill see
BIRDMAN111
08-15-2006, 09:11 PM
errrr well i couldnt find it but sirknight has some pics i think.
ralph dont you have WG pics
Peete
08-16-2006, 04:05 AM
I think I have some pictures from a few years ago when I went with Dan B-R. I have a ton of video from Mecca and the road gap.
urbaindk
08-16-2006, 08:15 AM
I didn't come across anything at Wintergreen that can't be handled on a hardtail, assuming it's a tough one...
Thanks. It's tough. I'll take off my trail tires and put on my DH tires and bring a few tubes and patches. I'm hitting it this weekend. I'll report back. I know everybody else will be at snowshoe, but hey I have free place to stay at winterslush. :cool:
Peete
08-25-2006, 10:03 AM
Just wanted to resurrect this thread since it's next weekend.
We're going up sunday the 3rd. Hope to see everyone there.
Should be 2 or 3 Georgia crackers up there. My 11 year old is bothering me to take him. He had a blast last time.
urbaindk
08-25-2006, 10:57 AM
Here's a little something to help prime your pump.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y38/urbaindk/Misc_junk/wintergreen_small.jpg
Tattooo
08-25-2006, 11:51 AM
Cracka ass crackers!
I will make all deliberate revolutions to get there. Noname wants to go, and I need to rest out the Demo now that I fixed it.
matt2991
08-25-2006, 12:08 PM
http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124180&highlight=trail+building+report Here are some pics. I go up there a lot. I really wanna try the rock roller.
urbaindk
08-25-2006, 12:13 PM
http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124180&highlight=trail+building+report Here are some pics. I go up there a lot. I really wanna try the rock roller.
That thing was steep. I stood on top, looked down and then decided against it. It looked like I might have trouble clearing my BB shell at the top but I didn't drag my bike up to check it.
dan wask
08-25-2006, 07:55 PM
So is this gonna be a definate trip ? I'm bugging my parents to take a road trip....
Also what gear is needed ? Am I gonna need shin gaurds and chest protector ?
Peete
08-25-2006, 09:00 PM
http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124180&highlight=trail+building+report Here are some pics. I go up there a lot. I really wanna try the rock roller.
The first time out there I kept falling off of the skinny so I started at the top of the rock and did the roll in. It's just like a skate park roll in only bumpier.
And yes, I'm holding it in my left hand while typing this.:agree:
Peete
08-25-2006, 09:02 PM
So is this gonna be a definate trip ? I'm bugging my parents to take a road trip....
Also what gear is needed ? Am I gonna need shin gaurds and chest protector ?
Not required but not a bad idea. The old,"if you don't wear it you'll need it." thing applies. The shin guards are a good idea because you may dislodge rocks and catch them in your shins.
dan wask
08-26-2006, 01:44 PM
Okay so its looking like I'll be up there on friday into saturday.
Is anyone gonna be up there that early or should I try and stay till sunday ?
BigMike
08-26-2006, 09:48 PM
WG is a great place to ride, but it is by no stretch of the imagination "freeride oriented." there is one trail there with some smallish stunts on it, but they are still fun. The DH runs are short and sweet, and you can get quite a few runs in up there.
A burly hardtail is definantly rideable there, and Dan, I would STRONGLY recommend shin guards, and some type of body armor is not a bad idea. The runs are short and steep, and things can get out of control pretty quickly (as with any DH)
Hope ya'll have fun, i'd love to be there, but i'll be nursing this damn broken wrist!
dan wask
08-27-2006, 04:37 PM
So one last final question, do they have trail maps and stuff or am I gonna have to figure this all out by myself ? Or better yet are there going to be any monkeys up there on saturday to show me around so I'm not riding by my lonesome?
Peete
08-27-2006, 08:26 PM
Should be yes on both questions.
Trail map is here:
http://www.wintergreenresort.com/activities/out_of_bounds_adventure_center.cfm
and they have them at the adventure center too.
dan wask
08-27-2006, 09:30 PM
Sweett I'm so syked for my first lift serviced ride !
Tattooo
08-27-2006, 09:38 PM
I'll be there assuming my knee doesn't feel like I got into a baseball bat fight with Babe Ruth still. Word to the wise, don't drunk walk down three flights of stairs, bad things happen.
Where are we launching from Peete?
SK6, any chance of a Team Lummox showing?
Noname, you coming along?
Bearmntpicnic
08-28-2006, 07:22 AM
i be on it, I be one that kriptonite?
ill be there satruday if all goes as planned.
Sir_Crackien
08-28-2006, 08:29 AM
i will be up there saterday as well with a friend of mine..
peter6061
08-28-2006, 08:47 AM
How's that place in the rain? Looks like we may have a hurricane / tropical storm on use by Saturday.
urbaindk
08-28-2006, 08:52 AM
How's that place in the rain? Looks like we may have a hurricane / tropical storm on use by Saturday.
It was really dry and loose weekend before last. They could really use some rain to tacky things up. If the timing is right on the rain it could be beneficial. I have no idea how it would be in the wet. It's mostly rock so I imagine it would drain well and might not be too bad.
To be honest, I love the place when its wet...I've had my best and most fun days up there in the mud...no joke.
Peete
08-28-2006, 11:27 AM
Every time I've been there it's been dry to tacky. Last time there was a big storm that ran through like 4 days prior. Other than some dead fall that needed clearing the dirt was perfect after a couple runs.
I'm crossing my fingers for more of that.
dan wask
08-28-2006, 03:50 PM
Do you guys typically have a spot to meet up before you start doing runs ?
Do you guys typically have a spot to meet up before you start doing runs ?
At the top of the lift is where you park, and then run down the beginner run to Out of Bounds.
Tattooo
08-28-2006, 04:34 PM
SK6, check your PM's.
dan wask
08-28-2006, 07:35 PM
So about what time do you guys suppose you'll be there on saturday ? From what I hear this damn tropical storm might be dumping a good bit of rain on that area so that might screw some things up.
As far as I know I'll be there friday most of the day, and then saturday we'll be leaving around 6 when the lifts close.
Sir_Crackien
08-28-2006, 08:50 PM
i think i will be up there 10ish. if it rains a ton though i might pull the plug and go do other things. i really want to go so if the weather is not evil i will be there. the only other thing that might stop me it other people punking out on me.
Tattooo
08-28-2006, 08:55 PM
If its a deluge I am skipping out. Getting tired of being busted up in the mud. However, I won't be there til Sunday.
Peete
08-28-2006, 09:21 PM
If its a deluge I am skipping out. Getting tired of being busted up in the mud. However, I won't be there til Sunday.
I'm with you on that. So far weather looks good.
http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USVA0453?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared
dcrides
08-29-2006, 08:47 PM
hi
does any one mind giving me a ride down there if you are making it a day trip (i can be picked up early at any metro stop in N. V.A.) I want to get some downhill practice in. sorry just figured i'd give er a try(I know its a long shot-but I can pay in food)
nate
Tattooo
08-30-2006, 02:22 AM
Right now the area is under a flash flood warning, not good news for the riding bunch.
do we think it drains off pretty well, or is it going to be surf and turf up there? Much as I like riding in the mud, I am in no mood to change tires and all of that.
Konabumm
08-30-2006, 06:53 AM
Sounds like a fun weekend, but I will be up in the North shore and whislter. I will be riding and visiting the in- laws( my wife is from BC)Maybe another time so I can meet all of you
Hook a brother up with a sticker from Whislter
:banana:
dan wask
08-30-2006, 06:13 PM
This weekend looked effed in the a. Its going to rain the whole time. Anyone going to go up next weekend ?
Tattooo
08-30-2006, 06:57 PM
If the rain down here at the beach is any indication, its going to be one soggy SOB this weekend up there. I think this member of the VB crew is out for the weekend.
dan wask
08-30-2006, 08:24 PM
Yeah I'm out for this weekend. It isn't looking good.
I'm gonna be heading up next weekend saturday sunday and moonday, anyone else gonna join ?
urbaindk
08-31-2006, 08:22 AM
Yeah I'm out for this weekend. It isn't looking good.
I'm gonna be heading up next weekend saturday sunday and moonday, anyone else gonna join ?
Just a note: Lifts only run on Saturdays in Sept and Oct (excluding this coming holiday weekend). No more lifts after Oct.
Peete
08-31-2006, 09:01 AM
I don't feel so bad about having to bail now. I just can't afford the drive up and other associated spending.
I'm saving up for Wisp
Right now the area is under a flash flood warning, not good news for the riding bunch.
do we think it drains off pretty well, or is it going to be surf and turf up there? Much as I like riding in the mud, I am in no mood to change tires and all of that.
you're sponsors want you up there. they don't want you crying about mud. you're sponsors give you tires to change and use and all that.
urbaindk
08-31-2006, 09:18 AM
I just got an email from my brother in law, he and his wife want to go up this weekend. I was sort of hoping not to go because of labor day weekend traffic and weather but now I might end up there anyway due to family obligations. Weather for Charlottesville has it clearing up by Saturday but it looks like a deluge between now and then.
So anyway if any of you Richmonkies / Charlottevillans want to play it by ear and think they might show up Saturday or Sunday, let me know via this post or PM. Thanks.
Tattooo
08-31-2006, 01:59 PM
you're sponsors want you up there. they don't want you crying about mud. you're sponsors give you tires to change and use and all that.
Do I know you? I promise you if I did that you wouldn't be running your mouth.
Tattooo
08-31-2006, 02:00 PM
All I know is that its raining hard here at the beach, and we're not even directly on the path of this thing. We're supposed to get ten inches out of this thing, which in and of its self is going to keep me here moving things from my garage up stairs.
One of these years i am goign to get smart and move the hell out of hurricane country.
dan wask
08-31-2006, 06:13 PM
Well we're gonna bite the bullit and go up sunday anyways. How does this place drain ? Do I need to wear my goloshes :bonk: ?
Peete
08-31-2006, 09:48 PM
I'd bring googles.
It looks like it drains good but I bet all of the wooden stunts will be slick.
Have fun and let us know how it is.
dan wask
09-02-2006, 03:11 PM
Well the weather has changed for the better, it looks like it stopped raining around 6 this morning and has all day to dry up for tomorrow. Should be okay I hope.
whale
09-02-2006, 06:05 PM
today was a good day to run errands and get stuff done around the apt. :banghead:
tomorrow, a few of us will be hitting up the shed and then off for a day trip to diablo on monday!
:cheers:
I have the joy of working on our house and doing the power washing thing...
dan wask
09-02-2006, 06:27 PM
Well I will be at wintergreen tomorrow, if anyother monkeys are gonna be up there look for me in a tan and red thor jersey.
VSBJake
09-02-2006, 08:36 PM
I'll be riding at WG Sun too! More than likely be on a solo mission. I haven't been there all year; Is the lift fixed or what?
VSBJake
09-02-2006, 08:41 PM
Oh yeah. . . I'll be on the orange DB:cool:
dan wask
09-02-2006, 10:08 PM
Well I'll be up there by myself too, what are you gonna be riding/wearing ?
Tattooo
09-02-2006, 11:17 PM
I'll be surfing and BBQ'ing.
whale
09-02-2006, 11:41 PM
skip wintergreen and hit up diablo on monday... you won't regret it!!!
dan wask
09-03-2006, 07:06 PM
Today was a freakin blast. Hit my shoulder on a tree earlier in the day, and other than that just a couple of bails with no carnage. I met up with jake and we did a couple runs until his dampening rod decided to break. Trail conditions were pretty good, some of the wood stuff was pretty slick as well as the rock.
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