The final ride of my Oregon weekend. We take the shuttle to the Larison
Rock trailhead and ride up to the top of the rock. Some switchbacks and
a half mile later we're at the top.
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Lots 'o trees!
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Off the rock and on the trail. It's all downhill from here for the next
six or seven miles. Easy? No. Steep downhill with switchbacks,
exposure, and unexpected drainage channels. The kind of downhill that
leaves your brakes smoking at the end and your hands permanently molded
in a death grip. In other words, too much fun!
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Alex takes a spill, but this kid has guts.
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I had to stop a couple of times to see if the feeling in my hands would
come back.
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Alex taking a breather.
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Lenny taking the corner.
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Alex proving that even if you don't ride a mountain bike very often, you
can have natural skills.
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That was no slouch of a trail! A well deserved dip in the COLD creek
was in order at the end.
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Followed by another night of...
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And a very happy ChippY and company.
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I got some great (full helmet cam) video of the ride. Link to follow.
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