Richard Sweet
FYI, I have had some inquiries about the fire in the Fall Creek/Clark Creek
area. At this point it does not present any problems for any of the rides.
If for some reason the fire/weather dramatically change then we have an
alternate route that would be just as much fun. You can't even tell at this
point there is a fire from the Oakridge area.
I will be away from email after 4:00pm today, if you need anything leave a
message at 541-517-0685 and I will get back to you.
Time To Ride,
Richard
Rider
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From: Richard Sweet
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Subject: The Summer Ride Fest
We are only 1 week away from The Summer Ride Fest, happening on July
18-20th 2003.
Sponsored by Paul's Bicycle Way Of Life, The Disciples Of Dirt mountain
bike club, Web Cyclery.com, Dirt Rag and Clif Bar.
Pre-registration is now closed, if you haven't put your registration in
the mail by today (7/10) please wait and bring it to the Trail Head Coffee
House Friday night or Saturday morning.
Don't forget we have expanded the event to include a ride on Friday that
can be done by an intermediate rider with an option to go big if you want.
It will include one or both of the Larison trail loops for either a 21 or
36 mile ride. The ride will leave Green Waters park just East of Oakridge
about 1 mile at 11:00am. You must sign a release before the start of the
ride.
The trails are in great shape right now and only getting better.
I plan on having the burrito's from Rosalina's there about 6:00pm, you can
get food in Oakridge at the Trailhead Coffee House before that. I also
have a few raffle items thanks to Dirt Rag, Web Cyclery and Paul's Bike
Shop to hand out Saturday night so plan on being at the outpost around
7:00 if your not camping there. Don't forget camping is included at the
McGillicudy's outpost in your entry fee. Paul's Bike shop will be there
helping out with mechanicals, they will also have some basic things like
tubes, tires, chains, wheels, etc... just in case.
For event registration and packet pick-up, maps and name tags, you need to
come to The Trailhead Coffee house Friday night between 6:00pm and 9:00pm.
They will have a couple good choices for dinner and Wild Duck Brew on tap.
We will be there again for breakfast and to catch the late comers for
registration at 6:00am to 8:30am. The cut-off for the Westfir Ultra ride
registration is 7:00am Saturday morning or 50 riders which ever comes
first.
Thanks to Clif Bar we will have Clif Bars and Shots available to all
riders about 1/3-1/2 way through the rides depending on which ride you do.
There will also be Banana's, muffins and water.
Directions to Trailhead Coffee house: About 45 minutes from I-5 up Hwy58,
take 58 into Oakridge, across the street from Best Western you will see
the Trailhead Coffee House.
Directions to McGillicudy's: About 45 minutes from I-5 up Hwy58, take 58
towards Oakridge, approx 30-32 miles you will come to the ranger station
on the south, just past that turn onto LaDuke Road. Take Laduke Road for 2
miles to McGillicudy's Outpost on the right, if you hit the gravel road
you just missed it.
Directions to Westfir and the Red Covered Bridge: About 45 minutes from
I-5 up Hwy58, take 58 towards Oakridge, approx 30-32 miles you will come
to the ranger station. Just before that about 100 feet is the turn into
Westfir on the left. Take this turn, follow road across river and giant
green steel bridge and turn left. Follow road into Westfir, and park in
parking lot across street from Red Covered Bridge.
I was hoping to get a jam session going so bring a guitar, harmonica,
trumpet, etc... and let's get the is party rolling.
Time To Ride,
Richard Sweet
****Flyer****
The Summer Ride Fest: Time to Ride
July 18th-20th, 2003
Oakridge, Oregon
This is your chance to get together with friends from all over the
northwest and beyond. Enjoy some of the most awesome singletrack you will
ever ride while being guided and supported. We have put together a
collection of awesome rides for the weekend to meet everyone's abilities.
Then on Saturday night sit back
and relax with your fellow riders and enjoy the local entertainment and
food.
Saturday Rides: The Ultra, Recreation and Elementary
The Ultra Westfir Chapter, 60-mile epic adventure, 40+ miles of
singletrack trail, Elev 3500' gain & 7500' loss.
Alpine Classic, 35-mile quest of Saddle Blanket & Alpine trails, home to
CCP100, Elev 2500' gain & 5500' loss.
The Alpine Jedi Ride, an 18-mile ride to the Sourgrass Mt. and through the
Jedi and then down Alpine Trail.
Afternoon Kids Ride, a fun out and back on fun wide trail along Salmon
Creek (after the Alpine Classic finishes)
Sunday Rides:
Hone up on your technical skills and get ready for a fun adventure down
the Bunchgrass trail, with a combination of fast singletrack, un-rideable
switchbacks and cliff side singletrack where you loose 100' in elevation
in 100' of trail, this is a true test of ones skills. 20 miles of
excellent riding from Bunchgrass Mt. down to Oakridge with an elevation
gain of 2500' and loss of 6000'. This ride is only open to the
intermediate rider and above.
For the tame at heart, join the group going out for a casual group ride on
Flat Creek and Aubery Mt. trails, while this ride has a couple short steep
climbs you will be rewarded with some great singletrack and most excellent
views.
Friday Night
Registration and dinner party at The Trailhead Coffeehouse in Oakridge,
6:00-9:00pm. Located at 47434 Hwy 58, directly across from the Best
Western.
Saturday Morning:
Registration; breakfast and Coffee at Trailhead Coffeehouse, 6:30-8:30am.
Directions Ride start and location; We will meet at the Red Covered Bridge
in Westfir, approx. 4 miles from staging/camping area. From here we will
have to carpool to the ride start area, we are planning to have some
transportation but you may need to drive. We will supply a ride back the
cars when done.
The Ultra Westfir Chapter 8:30am, Alpine Classic 9:00am, Alpine Jedi
9:30am. Kids ride at start at 3:00pm from Staging/camping area.
After the ride join us for dinner, on us of course, the Riders Ball, a fun
raffle and tell your stories of the days fun and past adventures. Dinner
starts 4:30pm, you can get food in Oakridge beforehand.
Sunday
Staging for both rides will be located at Ray's grocery, located on hwy 58
at the east end of town. Both rides start at 10:00am.
Camping
Camping and showers are free at the staging area about 10 minutes from
Oakridge.
Directions
From I-5 take hwy 58 East for approx. 35 miles and turn south on LaDuke
Road. Follow LaDuke Road approximately 3 miles to McGillicudy's Outpost on
the right. From East of Oakridge take hwy 58 approx. 4 miles west of
Oakridge and turn on LaDuke Road and head for McGillicudy's Outpost.
Approximate travel from Eugene, 45 minutes.
Ride information:
All trails will be minimally marked with ribbon, there will be maps
available. All riders should be able to find a suitable pace between lead
and sweep guides. Weather can vary this time of year from hot and dry to
cold and rainy, BE PREPARED. There will be water available for all rides
and snacks for The Ultra riders about half way through the ride. There are
few bail-out options so be prepared to go the distance without the support
if needed.
For more information contact ride-@hotmail.com or visit
www.bicycleway.com.
Richard Sweet
Rider
541-334-6449