Greg O'Brien

Thanks to Kevin & his family, Half Fast Velo, and all of the other "behind the scenes" people for putting on this race. In all honesty, a paved climb is not my favorite start to a mountain bike race, but the 12 miles or so of singletrack (for the Cat 2 race) was indeed a great time. Brutal climb (the last 2 miles was a real killer for me), and the descent was a work-out as well.

The camping was a great bonus. We found a nice unimproved spot really close to the course start that my family loved. Creeks to explore, critters to see, beautiful weather. I hope you can pull this race off in the years to come.

Greg

-----Original Message-----
>From: kevin thompson
>Sent: Jul 9, 2009 7:13 PM
>To: obra@list.obra.org
>Subject: [OBRA Chat] Crook County Crush July 18th
>
>I just spent the morning with a chain saw clearing most of the blown down trees. The trail is in great shape. It will be an epic race.
>
>There are lots of camping options. Ochoco Resevior, Ochoco Ranger Station, and Walton Lake all have campsites. Just past Ochoco Ranger station there are lots of options for creek side unimproved camping.
>
>Friday night check in (still the early bird discount) will be available at the park just north of the Chamber of Commerce at 390 NE Fairview.
>
>See you soon,
>
>Kevin Thompson
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