Poor Farm on Monday???

[mtbmore]

I just checked the forecast for Monday in Richmond and it is supposed to hit 65. Since Poor Farm Park in Ashland is only 10 miles from Richmond I was thinking of taking a ride down there starting about 10:30am and hitting the Smokey Pig afterward.

Any takers?

Scud

[Jackson]

I just checked the forecast for Monday in Richmond and it is supposed to hit 65. Since Poor Farm Park in Ashland is only 10 miles from Richmond I was thinking of taking a ride down there starting about 10:30am and hitting the Smokey Pig afterward.

Any takers?

Scud

If it's rideable I would probably be interested. Never been there.

[atlantis]

Whats it like? And would either of you be into carpooling down Monday Morning???

Rob

[mtbmore]

We can meet at the commuter lot in Triangle exit 150. From there is is about an hour to the trailhead. I can take 3 bikes and 3 people including me. It is very twisty and tight singletrack with two distinct systems. One flat and twisty and one section very Fountainhead like with short steep climbs and descents.

Scud

[Jackson]

We can meet at the commuter lot in Triangle exit 150. Frome ther is is about an hour yo ythe trailhead. I can take 3 bikes and 3 people including me.

Scud

I may have another coming. But we can still meet there.

But rain is in the forecast, so we gotta keep an eye on that.

[mtbmore]

But rain is in the forecast, so we gotta keep an eye on that.


http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/tenday/USVA0652?from=36hr_topnav_driving

The weather.com com is now 60 and only 10% chance of rain. We will be fine.

Scud

[tsunayoshi]

I might be in, depends on what time I get back in town on Sunday night.

[Jackson]

http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/tenday/USVA0652?from=36hr_topnav_driving

The weather.com com is now 60 and only 10% chance of rain. We will be fine.

Scud

That's good. Weather.gov is saying 30%, but ending before 11AM. How do these trails handle dihydrogen monoxide?

[mjbrox]

Does any one have any word on what Xterra Trails will be like in Richmond tommorow

[mtbmore]

That's good. Weather.gov is saying 30%, but ending before 11AM. How do these trails handle dihydrogen monoxide?

they handle it really good

[mtbmore]

Does any one have any word on what Xterra Trails will be like in Richmond tommorow

Matt, I heard back from my guy in Richmond and he says you will be just fine.

Scud

[Jackson]

they handle it really good

You sir, are a credit to Prince Williamans everywhere.

[mtbmore]

When Feb 18th 10:30 am
Duration: 90 minutes to about 2 hours depending on the group.
Pace: Casual/Moderate
Difficulty: Intermediate
Contact: Scott Scudamore mtbmore@comcast.net 703 717 1714
Location: Poor Farm Park Ashland, VA

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Since the trails in the Greater DC area have been too wet, I thought I would venture down to Poor Farm in Ashland VA. The Trail system is about 80 minutes south of the Springfield interchange. See directions below. The forecasted temperature will be in the 60s and the trails drain very well.

Terrain: Poor Farm is generally considered easier to intermediate by most riders. It has two distinct sections: a pine forest with very tight twisting singletrack relatively flat and a series of stream valleys with short steep climbs and descents. All riders joining this ride will need to sign the standard MORE waiver form.

Bikes should be in good working order, and riders should have basic equipment such as a spare tube, water, and trail food.
Weather: To protect and maintain the trails, the ride will be canceled if weather conditions warrant. Information on closures will be posted here and/or in the forum. Volunteers have put a lot of 'sweat equity' into maximizing the trails in Poor Farm Park. Let's not ruin them by riding when it's muddy, eh?

This ride will break into two groups: casual and moderate if needed. Although this is advertised as intermediate terrain, the pine forest section would be considered easier.

After the ride there will be a group going to the World renowned "Smokey Pig" in Ashland on Route 1.

For those wanting to car pool we will leave the Commuter Lot in Triangle VA on the corner of US RT 1 and VA619 at 9:20am. This lot is at exit 150 VA619 East.

If you are going to the commuter Lot ,please contact Scott 703 717 1714 or email mtbmore@comcast.net

Directions : Get off I-95 at Exit 92B (Route 54 West; Ashland). Stay on Route 54 West for approximately 5
miles. Turn left onto Liberty School Road. The park entrance is 0.3 miles down the road. We will meet in the far parking lot all the way into the park. Look for our cars on the right side of the lot.

[mjbrox]

Matt, I heard back from my guy in Richmond and he says you will be just fine.

Scud


SUPER! I finished my RIP 9 Last night. Everything went well, it tips the scales at just over 30 lbs

[eloach]

Hi Scud,

Will it hold up if it gets the Forecast rain Sunday afternoon into night? Trying to figure out my rides for the rest of the weekend.

[mtbmore]

http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/tenday/USVA0028?from=36hr_topnav_driving

If this holds firm we will be riding on Monday. I will check it again tomorrow night.

Scud

[tsunayoshi]

I'm in , sent you an email Scud.

[mtbmore]

http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/tenday/USVA0028?from=36hr_topnav_driving

If this holds firm we will be riding on Monday. I will check it again tomorrow night.

Scud

http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/hourbyhour/USVA0028?begHour=7&begDay=49

there is a bit of rain forecasted for the overnight hours. My contacts in Richmond tell me we should be fine. The rain is supposed to end by 8am. I will post to here tomorrow morning if the ride is cancelled.

Scud

[mtbmore]

The temps will be in the mid to upper 60s and they got less than a .1 of an inch of rain.

Scud

[tsunayoshi]

The temps will be in the mid to upper 600s and they got less than a .1 of an inch of rain.

Scud

WOOHOO!!!!!!!!!

[tsunayoshi]

If anyone cares, it was pretty much the unanimous vote of 10 or so riders that this was a kick-ass ride.

Thanks to Scott for arranging it.

[atlantis]

That ride did not suck at all.
70 Degrees - Check
Breeze - Check
Mildly Damp Trails (no dust) - Check
Ride Longer than Planned - Check
BBQ Follow Up - Check
Finding out in rained on and off in DC - Priceless.

Cheers!
Rob

[mtbmore]

That ride did not suck at all.
70 Degrees - Check
Breeze - Check
Mildly Damp Trails (no dust)- Check
Ride Longer than Planned - Check
BBQ Follow Up - Check
Finding out in rained on and off in DC - Priceless.

Cheers!
Rob

a huge thank you to kevin, scott,bob and mtbdoc from Richmond area more for giving us a great ride. although I have ridden there many times, having alocal lead and sweep made for great ride.

scud

[Jackson]

Poor Farm Videos - Thanks to Jabberwocky, I finally got these right-side up.


First Down Hill (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-203307642654189454&hl=en)

Switchback climb (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5092926812145480020&hl=en)

Part 2 (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5343224255445065410&hl=en)

Part 3 (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7419159949709575367&hl=en)

I have better copies than Google Video will show. Email me @ fuel95@gmail.com if you want them.

Great ride today - thanks everyone!

- Tom

[Vecsus]

That was a great ride. I found myself grinning like an idiot all day.

[bobeno]

a huge thank you to kevin, scott,bob and mtbdoc from Richmond area more for giving us a great ride. although I have ridden there many times, having alocal lead and sweep made for great ride.

scud

I'd have to say we all had fun. Picture-perfect weather, great trail conditions, no damaged bikes or bods. I haven't ridden sweep for a long time - it was a nice change. Thanks to all for coming down. Make sure and post your occasional group rides up there at the CCVA site. Maybe some of us down here can return the favor and come up for a ride.

Bob

[edyflwr]

I'd have to say we all had fun. Picture-perfect weather, great trail conditions, no damaged bikes or bods. I haven't ridden sweep for a long time - it was a nice change. Thanks to all for coming down. Make sure and post your occasional group rides up there at the CCVA site. Maybe some of us down here can return the favor and come up for a ride.

Bob

Thanks for sweeping and all of your bike handling tips. You should definitely come up when the trails dry out a little.
Laura