Follow my family as we try new outdoor activities, expand our current interests and see just how much gear can fit in one house. So far some or all of us actively participate in cycling, running, kayaking, snowboarding and geocaching. Less frequently we hike, snowshoe, and camp.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Wet rocks and mud
Another single track day on the mountain bike after years of only using it to pull my sons on the trail-a-bike or in a trailer. The saying once you learn to ride you never forget might not be as true when it comes to wet rock and roots. The going is slow since I have no interest in launching over the handlebar. Slow brings trouble as well, no momentum and I hang up, tip over or both. Both of my rides have been after rain so the trails have been wet, today they had standing water in parts. I only got a couple of photos since the phone battery was low and I like the idea of being able to call for help if things go really wrong. I think I'll wait for it to dry out before venturing out again in hopes of staying on the pedals longer than I managed today.