Riding the Coast

Fat Tire Festavel Photos

2011-10-14T21:55:00.000-07:00

Here are some links to photos posted by John Loudon on Face Book,

Some photos of the Headlands Poker Ride

More Poker Ride

Jughandle Juggernaut Race photos

Jughandle Juggernaut Mountain Bike Rice

2011-10-13T07:08:00.000-07:00

Fat Tire Race results;

Pro Class

152 Matthias Behrends 3:06.16

150 Cliff Milemann 3:13.08

153 Garret Tanner 3:52.43

151 Murphy Mack DNF

Elite Class;

107 Jeremy Bardell 1:54.59

104 Sasha Magee 2:01.39

105 Curt Kimble 2:05.36

102 Marc Wheeler 2:09.55

103 Keith Flood 2:17.11

101 Kevin Weitz 2:20.40

Veterans:

204 Bill Fargo 1:13.21

205 Dave Wright 1:38.53

203 Lynn Yelland 1:40.51

207 Chris Miller 1:46.20

206 Bob Russell 1:48.37

202 Bruce Piercy 1:58.11

201 Benita Zimmerman DNF

Super Sport:

261 Anthony Lee 2:02.59

268 Toby Schultz 2:04.05

263 Ted Meister 2:6.00

330 James O'Hare 2:08.36

267 Snott Kildall 2:09.19

264 Mike Ankian 2:12.23

258 Jim Hagen-Smit 2:14.26

270 Eric Smith 2:15.06

269 Jake Madden 2:15.68

262 Davin Pukulis 2:20,45

252 Paul Garvin 2:21.32

266 Lee Slone 2:22.52

260 Lyle Bergerson 2:24.04

254 Charlie Wirtz 2:42.19

THE WOMEN

257 Janet Soule 2:40.53

256 Charlisa Odom 2:48.22

265 Mary Woo 3:29.30

Emily Mc Lanahan 3:39.55

THOSE WHO ROAD ONLY ONE LAP

255 Ryan Odom 1:08.28

250 Marc Hontou 1:25.07

251 Jay Zimmerman 1:31.29

253 Juan Martinez 1:50.20

SPORT CLASS

318 Corey Dahline 1:09.23

314 Steven Ixquiac 1:10.59

320 Dan Smith 1:11.00

301 Jeremy Hontou 1:14.22

308 Mathew Blain 1:15.47

304 Cole Bodrero 1:16.03

319 Isidro Alvarez 1:24,49

316 Jeff Sheldon 1:24.40

311 Christian Knuetter 1:42.51

310 Patrick McMicholas 1:49.48

302 Don Bainbridge DNF

321 Benjamin Kline DNF

THE WOMEN

315 Holly Ratcliff 1:22.50

305 Julie-Anne Wycoff 1:23.58

309 Mary Bardell 1:24.36

307 Laurie Starr 1:27.34

317 Sandra Sheldon 2:25.02

312 Wendy Loomis 2.:25,26

VETERAN WOMEN

203 Lynn Yelland1:40.51

JUNIOR

271 Caleb O'Hare 1:15.12

Caspar Classic Race Results

2011-09-05T21:34:00.000-07:00

CASPAR CLASSIC MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE 2011

ELITE RACERS ~ men (2 laps)

1 Kevin Smallman 1:40:46 0:49:47

2 Matt Schiff 1:42:35 0:51:19

3 Gabriel Forsythe 1:44:18 0:52:35

4 Sean Allen 1:49:53 0:53:36

5 Amon Pease 1:54:16 0:57:14

6 Jeremy Bardell (Single Speed) 1:54:17 0:56:50

7 Shawn Strickland 1:59:38 0:58:56

8 David Conrad 2:00:28 0:59:36

9 Jim O’Hare 2:01:21 0:59:55

10 Jesse Rathbun 2:08:18 1:03:42

11 Brian Astell (keeping Nicole Garcia Company) 2:13:27 1:05:13

12 Grady Gauthier 2:18:33 1:06:33

13 Andrew Hughey 2:29:42 1:11:33

14 Marc Siegfried 2:37:24 1:11:36

DNF Paul Garvin (mechanical) - 1:04:01

ELITE RACERS ~ women (2 laps)

1 Emma Worldpeace 2:10:05 1:04:19

2 Nicole Garcia 2:13:27 1:05:13

3 Krista Streckler 2:23:49 1:12:30

SPORT RACERS ~ men (1 lap)

1 Jake Madden 1:07:37 -

2 Benjamin Kline 1:08:37 -

3 Adam Sherf 1:09:17 -

4 Jesse New 1:14:31 -

5 Adam Glotnis 1:18:05 -

6 Jim Berta 1:18:21 -

SPORT RACERS ~ women (1 lap)

1 Laurie Starr 1:23:50 -

2 Laura O’Hare 1:37:24 -

JUNIOR (17- 1 lap)

1 Caleb O’Hare 1:37:26 -

RAMSHACKLE VETERANS ~ men (45+ 1 lap)

1 Rick Riley 1:16:00 -

2 Richard Neely 1:39:45 -

RAMSHACKLE VETERANS ~ women (45+ 1 lap)

1 Tina Tenzel 1:51:23 -

TOUGH AS NAILS VETERANS ~ men (45+ 2 laps)

1 Marc Tenzel 2:09:31 1:03:42

2 Tom Spinardi 2:17:34 1:07:48

3 Tom Charters 2:27:34 1:12:16

4 Eric Smith 2:27:35 1:11:35

HUFFY TOSS 2011

MEN

1 Gabriel Forsythe 41’ 6”

2 Paul Garvin 37’ 7” 41’ 0”

3 Kevin Smallman 35” 0”

4 JJ (Marc Siegfried?) 34’ 9”

5 Jesse Stafford 33’ 6”

6 Nick Taylor 33’ 0”

7 David Conrad 27” 1”

8 Rick Riley 25’ 10”

9 Jake Madden 24’ 4”

10 Brian Astell 22’ 0”

11 Charlie Dimock 19’ 0”

12 Marc Tenzel 17’ 0”

WOMEN

1 Amy Wynn 24’ 10”

2 Nicole Garcia 16’ 8”

3 Amanda 13’ 8”

4 Emma Worldpeace 6’ 7”

Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Rice

2011-08-13T16:30:00.000-07:00

Caspar Classic Bike Race

Labor Day Weekend 2011

Mendocino Coast Cyclists invite you to the Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race

Sunday September 4th starting from the Old Caspar Scales

From the town of Caspar take Fern Creek Rd, to Caspar Orchard Rd, to Caspar Logging Rd

1 mile to race start

Registration opens at 9am Race starts at 10am

21 mile Race for Advanced Riders

14 mile Race for Intermediate Riders

7 mile Race for Beginner Riders

(Race course and categories may be changed)

Entry Fee is $25

For more information contact
Stan Miklose at (707) 964-4661, or

miklose@mcn.org

Come have some fun while helping support cycling on the Mendocino Coast!

Gas Cap Trail Reroute

2011-05-15T14:43:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists completed a reroute on the Gas Cap Trail Saturday.

Nick works on the grade from the old trail.

John helps chop out a stump.

Jesse clears the upper trail.

Jack and Tom grub some roots.

Working on the final grade.

Jim and Cindy join us at lunch after putting down first tracks.

This was another successful work day thanks to all the help from the Club and Jackson State Forest!

Enjoy!

Chris

Forbidden Trail Closer

2011-05-05T08:09:00.000-07:00

Forbidden Trail has been officially closed by the Caspar Watershed Study Staff. The reason for the closer is to stop use that may cause soil to wash into the stream.
I meet with JDSF and Caspar Watershed Staff earlier this year to look at the Moguls Trail. They do not like this trail because it also may cause soil to wash into the water. This area has an ongoing study to monitoring water quality and any excess soil in the water will mess up their data. At that time the Watershed Staff did not think Forbidden was a problem. Motorcycles started using the trail so probably the extra heavy use changed their minds.
At this time I think it is unlikely these trails will be reopened. I will try to get a new trail approved downstream of the study area so there will be a loop using the Caspar Crossing Trail as one leg.

Get out and Ride!

Bay area group discovers great riding on Mendocino coast

2011-02-15T12:29:00.000-08:00

I wanted to share what the outside world feels after discovering our trails here on the Mendocino coast. Recently, a group of CX racers came for a weekend of riding and relaxing. They were not prepared to discover a hidden paradise for mountain biking. These are a few of the comments:

Thank you!!! I can honestly say that Saturday was my best day on a mountain bike ever in California. Those trails were so much fun!! And you are so lucky to have them in your backyard. I'm really grateful that you guys were so patient with us! I'm totally humbled and inspired and will definitely be back up!
Thanks again for being such an awesome host!

MW

Thanks and big hugs to you and your crew! What a splendid weekend! I am already scheming my return trip!

A few of the highlights for me:

The amazing a beautiful trails
The care and consideration shown to all our riders, you made us feel safe and confident
Our special mushroom gathering mission (what a treat!)
The nearly pre-dawn fire starters after a rain-soaked night, wow!

That is only the beginning. It was truly a weekend to be savored!

Thank you again, from me and my crew. I know everyone was equally ecstatic about our adventure!!!

See you again, very soon I hope!

Sincerely,

SM

This is the girl with the green, steel, rigid 29er. I just wanted to personally thank you for your hospitality and all the work and love you have put in to building those amazing trails. It was definitely a spectacular weekend and I cannot stop talking about it. I, for one, will be returning for the fat tire festival if not before.

As a coincidental matter of fact last year I met a couple from Wisconsin when I was having a post ride beer at Murphy and Matthias' establishment in Marin (www.gestalthausfairfax.com). We got to talking and they were mtn bike enthusiasts looking to rent decent bikes and go on a fun ride. I lent the woman mine and they actually brought it back unscathed and with pretty pictures. So the coincidence comes that I just received an email from them about their return trip to the Bay Area this spring and they want to go up to Mendocino. Of course I emphatically encouraged this. Would you mind if I give them your email as a contact? I am sure they would love to see your amazing trails as well.

Thanks again,

C

Wanted to let you know what a fantastic time my team had in Mendocino.

The riding was outstanding, the guides were great and the hospitality puts other parts of the country to shame.

We'll be back for sure.

Thank you all again for everything.

Cheers!

MM

OMG -- that ride was so FUN!!!
Seeing that video makes me want to be in Mendocino RIGHT NOW!!
:)

You guys took us on the best loop!! I loved it all.

Thanks again!!
and see you again soon!!!

A

yes thank you!! that was awesome!!! I'm missing mendocino too!! Hopefully the rain will stop so we can go up and ride again soon! :-)

MW

Mendocino Coast Fat Tire Festival

2011-01-31T16:32:00.000-08:00

Go to http://www.mendocinocoastfattirefestival.com/ for information regarding our Fat tire Event. Join us on Facebook, Mendocino Coast Fat Tire Festival as well!

Mendo Coast Cyclists Ride in the Desert

2010-10-10T15:02:00.000-07:00

Moab Area Trails

Gemini Bridges

On the Bridges

Top of the Metal Masher Trail

Porcupine Rim

Top of the Hazard Trail

Kokopell's Trail

Over looking Castle Valley

On the Rim

Riding the Upper Rim

Lunch on the Rim

Riding off the Rim

Slick Rock Trail

MCC on Slick Rock

Mary Kay's Birthday Ride

On the way to Negro Bill Canyon Overlook

Below the Slick Rock Trail
after a cloudburst later the same day

Amosa Back

Riding the Red Rock Road

Regrouping allong the trail

Colorado River Overlook

Riding slick rock on the Rock Stacker Trail

Rock Stacker Trail

Checking out Pot Hole Arch

Bottom of the Amosa Back Trail

Fruita Area

Top of the Prime Cut Trail

Top of Joe's Ridge Trail

Joe's Ridge Trail

Chutes and Ladders Trail

Great Trip!

Caspar Classic Race Times

2010-09-08T09:29:00.001-07:00

Stanley just sent me the Caspar Classic race times,

Elite: Kevin Smallman 1.43:35, Sean Allen 1.48:33, Gabe Cheese 1.52:11, James O'Hare 2.01:25, David Desautels 2.06:48.

Supersport: Greg Kjulian 2.02:30, Jake Madden 2.09:59, Parris Humphrey 2.17:08, Tom Spinard(i) 2.21:13, David Duncan 2.46:15, Peter Meyer 3.24:42.

First Female Elite: Mary Allen 2.17:45.

Sport Class: Cody New 1.00:49, Adam Scherf 1.11:02, Adam Glotnis 1.14:52, Jesse New 1.17:26, Michael Berna 1.20:12, Rick Riley (single speed) 1.26:18, Michael Romo 1.28:06, Doug Taylor 1.34:08, Justin Quevedo 1.39:51, Jedediah Black 2.03:32.

Veterans Class: Gene Barnes 1.09:52.

First Female Sport: Heather Caffarate 1.16:45.

Junior Division Kaleb O'Hare 1.16:46.

Sorry no lap times this year.

Cheers!

Chris

Caspar Classic Map

2010-08-28T17:31:00.000-07:00

The red dotted line is the new Caspar Classic race course.

2010 Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race

2010-08-12T20:44:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists will once again host this year’s Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race held on Sunday, September 5th. A new and exciting race course has been designed to challenge all participants. The official start of the race course will be in the same location as in the past on the Caspar Logging Rd (Road 500) and junction of Road 600. Registration will open at 9:00am with the race commencing at 10:30am.
Come and enjoy a great day at the Mendocino coast while racing or just watching some of the best riders in Northern California when past winners Brain Astell and Mary Allen take to the trail. A great way to round out the Labor Day weekend!

Race Categories: Sport and Elite classes (ages 18-49), Juniors (17 and under with parental consent), Seniors (50 and over)

Entry Fee: $25
$12.50 Juniors (17 and under with parental consent)

Directions: From Hwy 1 at Caspar go east on Fern Creek road ¼ of a mile to Caspar Orchard road turn right and proceed to dirt road (Road 500), continue on road 500 for one mile to junction of Road 600 and staging area. Be aware of large speed bumps on Road 500.

For further information please contact Stan Miklose at (707) 964-4661 or email miklose@mcn.org

Club Membership

2010-07-08T07:55:00.000-07:00

Please join Mendocino Coast Cyclists and help us promote and improve bicycling.
Members receive discounts at The Outdoor Store, Catch a Canoe and Bicycles Too, and Fort Bragg Cyclery.
Click on image below print it, fill it out and send it with your dues to Mendocino Coast Cyclists, P.O.Box 742, Fort Bragg, CA 95437.

Please fill out a disclaimer and send with your membership application to participate in Club events.

New Bike Club Logo 2010

2010-04-28T15:10:00.001-07:00

The new bike club logo

Monthly First Saturday Group Ride

2010-04-05T08:19:00.001-07:00

Starting May 1st 2010 Mendocino Coast Cyclists will host a group mountain bike ride to be held the first Saturday of the month through September 4th 2010.
Everyone is welcome!
Ride leader Roo Harris will be meeting at the end of the pavement on Road 409 (about 3.5 miles east of Hwy 1) at 10 a.m.
Bring water, food, and proper clothing for a 2-4 hr ride.
The route will depend on the ability of the riders that show up. An easier short ride followed by a longer hard ride will also be a possibility.
We love riding and helping others enjoy the Mendocino Coast on a bike!
A note from Roo,
Any cyclists who are thinking of coming should make reservations with Roo Harris prior to the first Saturday of each month trail ride. Please call (707) 937-4238 to make reservations. Without reservations the ride will not be scheduled for those dates. We at Mendocino Coast Cyclists look forward to showing you our back yard.

Enjoy,
Chris

Strategic Plan for the California Coastal Trail in Mendocino County and Cyclists

2010-02-26T11:45:00.000-08:00

Here is a link to the Draft Strategic Plan for the California Coastal Trail in Mendocino County

Bicycle riders are being excluded from most of the proposed trails in the Strategic Plan for the California Coastal Trail in Mendocino County. Access to trails along the coast is very much desired by local and visiting cyclists. Riding a bicycle is an enjoyable and healthy way to see the coast and brings many visitors to our area. Mountain bikes do not need a "class one bike path" to ride on. Cyclists can walk stairs, tight corners, and other obstacles so in reality no trail is unusable to them. The idea bicycles are more damaging to "sensitive natural resources" then hikers has not been backed up by scientific studies. "Access to trailheads and parking" is less important to cyclists then it is to hikers since riding to the trail is a possibility. Allowing bicycles on new trails should be open to review. "Land management agency policies" have been changed to allow cyclists in the past and should not be used to automatically exclude them. Bicycle riders have contributed their time and money to acquire right of ways and build trails on the coast but have not been included in forming policies for trails. Mendocino Coast Cyclists would like to help insure bicycling is included on the California Coastal Trail in Mendocino County.

Sincerely,

Chris Clutton

Past president Mendocino Coast Cyclists

Mendocino Coast Regional Park

2010-01-28T17:18:00.000-08:00

Proposed Bicycle Facilities for the Mendocino Coast Regional Park Hwy 20 east of Summers Ln

Presented by

Chris Clutton of the Mendocino Coast Cyclists

The following improvements are suggested for cyclists at the Regional Park east of Summers Ln.

Bike path from the Hwy 20 bike lane to activity areas and park trails.

Sweet Trail

Jump Area

Bike racks near activity areas.

Loop trails open to bikes through the park.

Trail open to bikes from park trails to the A&W Haul Rd and Jackson State Forest.

Bike skill areas located near a parking area and park trails.

Pump Track

Bicycling facilities are a good choice for the Regional Park

Having the opportunity to help build, maintain, and use a bike trails and skill areas can motivate young people to become active cyclists. Not all youths like participating in team sports. Cycling can be enjoyed alone or in a group. Cycling is an activity that people can participate in throughout their life. Young people should have a safe place to improve cycling skills in a well-designed area with experienced guidance.

Mendocino Coast Cyclists

The Mendocino Coast Cyclists Club (MCC) is interested in partnering with Mendocino Coast Parks and Recreation Department to help plan, layout, build, and maintain bike trails and skill areas at the Regional Park east of Summers Ln.

MCC is a club formed in 2003 with the mission to Advocate cycling in all aspects. Promote responsible and safe trail and road use.

MCC currently has over 70 members and more than 100 receive e-mails.

MCC has held trash clean up, trail building, and maintenance workdays on Jackson State Forest and more are planned for 2010.

Ongoing group rides are held three times weekly (weather permitting).

MCC also holds a yearly mountain bike race and has helped with cycling events held by Fort Bragg Cyclery, Catch a Canoe, and Bike Mendo.

Chris Clutton

Past President of Mendocino Coast Cyclists

Please respond if you have something to add!

Enjoy,

Chris

Opening Water Drains

2010-01-22T06:46:00.000-08:00

During breaks in the first big storm of the season I went out and cleared drainage on the Camp One Loop, Manley Gulch, and Pole Ten trails.
Pole Ten has two trees down near the top and lots of pampas grass lower down but it is passable. I plan to clear the trees in spring leaving them to stop motorcycles until then.
Manley Gulch has one tree down mid way. Since motorcycles don't ride this often I'll get out and clear it soon.
Camp One Loop was cleared by CalFire and is wide open all the way including the top section that was very over grown.
Until things dry out some I'll be riding the logging roads and staying off the soft trails.
Enjoy,
Chris

Trail Symposium

2010-01-17T19:29:00.000-08:00

Over 200 folks came to check out the Trail Symposium in Fort Bragg.Dan Gjerde lead a ride through town and out to MacKerricker State Park. He pointed out some problems with bike lanes in Fort Bragg and possible remedies. We got an update on the bike path planed for Glass Beach and onto the headlands through the Old Mill Site. After the CEQA review is completed work will start on construction on the north section. The southern section and a park area are now in the planning stages. When the decking needs to be replaced on the Pudding Creek Trestle Dan would like the handrails moved out to make passing other users easier. He is also working to get the Haul Rd repaved to its full width.
Neil Davis of the Ukiah Valley Trail Group gave a good presentation. His main point was as we build our local trails out connecting trails between communities will become easier.
Mendocino Land Trust is working on a trail north of the Ten Mile River that is hoped to reach Westport eventually. This trail will be open to cyclists.
MLT hosted a social at the brewery. While there I heard about new trails being built north of Rockport and possible new trails near Willits.
Another Trails Symposium is being planned for inland Mendocino with more details on trail projects there.

Enjoy,

Chris

Adopt a Trail

2009-12-22T08:35:00.000-08:00

This is a message posted on the Club e-mail list in June 2009 by MCC President Jiro Tulley,

Some one mentioned
that trail stewards
could be the solution
for some trails that
are returning to the
forest. 
Adopt a trail is a nice
way to show you care.

Some of us have
favorite trails that we
work on a lot and then
the others don't see
much work. 
Then those trails get
lots of use and the
others turn to brush.

If you would like to adopt a trail please let
us know and then we know that its taken care of.


Members that have responded;

This is a good idea. I have been trying to keep up the Camp One Loop, and the
Manley Gulch Trails.
Chris

I think the adopt a trail is a great idea. If it isn't already taken I would
like to adopt Boiler Trail.
Gene

We would like to adopt the High Chute trail and the Labrador Trail.
Jim and Cindy

Many more trails trails need work. Please consider adopting a trail!

Chris

Fort Bragg Lights Parade

2009-12-09T11:33:00.000-08:00

MCC participated in the Lights Parade again this year. After meeting and setting up lights our group left F.B.Cyclery and headed to the parade start on Stewart St. We showed up at around 15 min before start time and got to be the last entries. This meant we could push back the police escort and really have some fun! A whole lot of wrong way riding was going on. Toward the end on Franklin St we started weaving up through and checking out the other entrants. Some put a lot of effort into the show! We then headed over to Rose and Stan's for a great pot luck dinner and a few eggnogs. A good time was had by all!
Get out and Ride!
Chris

Moguls Trail Closure

2009-11-07T07:46:00.000-08:00

I met with JDSF and Caspar Creek Watershed Study staff 11/5/09 at the Recreational Task Force meeting. Everyone apologized for not letting us know before closing the trail. The reason for the closure is to immediately stop use that is contributing to soil washing into streams in the Caspar Watershed Study area. This study monitors water quality before and after timber harvest work. It is important for this study's accuracy to keep erosion not related to harvesting to a minimum. I asked to be given an opportunity to try and reopen the trail by addressing the erosion problems. In my opinion this would be the best long-term solution. Staff was open to this. I will set up a field meeting to look at the problems with staff and ask that the public be invited as well. This will not happen overnight so please respect this closure.

Chris

Charlie "Darth" Dimock's Birthday Ride!

2009-10-19T14:56:00.000-07:00

Another great birthday celebration has come and gone. Thirteen intrepid riders joined Charlie to help celebrate his 52nd birthday. A great day was had by all.

Darth Dimock's Birthday

2009-10-15T08:31:00.000-07:00

Sunday October 18th!
11 AM Rd. 409
Party Ride for Darth Dimock!

2009 Caspar Classic Race Report

2009-09-13T07:32:00.000-07:00

Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race

Race Start

We had perfect race weather again this year with a high temp of 67 and light winds. Twenty-eight racers had registered by the 10 AM start time. The course was in very good condition although my course markings were hard to see and a cause of some confusion. I promise to do a better job marking next year.

Lap times where very fast and a new course record of 32 minuets flat was set by Brian Astell beating Ethan Black's fastest lap of 34:52 from last year! Brian kept up the pace for all three laps in the Advanced Class finishing first with a total time of 1:38:14. Second place went to Sean Allen who was 5:09 back. And Dean Meyer was third coming in 5:26 behind first.

Sean's wife Mary Allen was the only lady to race three laps this year with a total time of 2:17:00. I'll have to work on getting the Sonoma County ladies to come back to race next year to give Mary some competition!

A very competitive group raced two laps in the Intermediate Class! Caspar resident Jake Madden took first with a time of 1:25:20. Pete Gielow came in second 0:19 seconds back. And Jeff Sheldon was third 1:10 behind first. Woman racing two laps this year where Nicole Garcia with a total time of 1:35:43, and Amanda Woodward who came in 18:94 minutes later.

This year three raced in the Beginner Class. The winner was Scott McCulloch in a time of 46:30. Stephan Whatley riding a signal speed was second 4:87 behind. And Mendocino Coast legend Gene Barns came in third 9.12 back from first.

This year Stephan Whatley and Adam Sherf from Willits made some very artistic awards from recycled bike parts. We all had fun checking out the many peaces involved to make these trophies!

Thanks to Catch a Canoe, Fort Bragg Cyclery, and The Outdoor Store for coming through with great swag! Down Home Foods for donating delicious fruit and drinks. And to Bike Mendo for letting us use much needed equipment and supplies for this race.

Many volunteers helped set up, run, and clean up after the race. Some above and beyond help came from Jim and Cindy Ellis timing and treats, Rick Riley and Stan Miklose course set-up and awards, Marc Tenzel and Roo Harris course marshaling, and Fay Yee registration. Thank you all!

Lets do this again next year!

Chris

Brian Astell receives his Trophy for First Place

Marry Allen was awarded First Place Woman

Some of this years Trophies

Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race Times

Advanced Class, Men,

Lap #1

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Time back

78/Brian Astell, 32:00, 0

79/Sean Allan, 33:36, 1:36

71/Dean Meyer, 34:16, 2:16

77/Amon Pease, 34:30, 2:30

75/Gabe Chesse, 34:53, 2:53

72/Colby Pastore, 34:53, 2:53

100/David Desautels, 38:31, 6:31

73/Earc Gordon, 39:23, 7:23

70/Paul Begbie, 39:23, 7:23

76/Nick Taylor, 42:40, 10:40

74/Tom Charters, 43:29, 11:29

69/Rick Riley, 58:02, 26:02*

Lap #2

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Lap back, Total

78/Brian Astell, 33:42, 0, 1:05:42

79/Sean Allan, 34:68, 1:26, 1:08:04

71/Dean Meyer, 34:16, 0:74, 1:09:07

72/Colby Pastore, 34:91, 1:49, 1:09:44

77/Amon Pease, 35:18, 1:76, 1:09:48

75/Gabe Chesse, 35:89, 2:47, 1:10:42

100/David Desautels, 40:20, 6:78, 1:18:51

73/Earc Gordon, 40:97, 7:55, 1:20:20

70/Paul Begbie, 40:98, 7:56, 1:20:21

74/Tom Charters, 46:74, 13:32, 1:30:03

69/Rick Riley, 49:47, 16:05, 1:47:49*

76/Nick Taylor, 88:67, 55:25, 2:11:07

Lap #3

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Lap back, Total

78/Brian Astell, 32:75, 0, 1:38:14

79/Sean Allan, 35:19, 2:44, 1:43:23

71/Dean Meyer, 34.33, 3:42, 1:43:40

77/Amon Pease, 36:05, 3:30, 1:45:53

75/Gabe Chesse, 35:83, 3:08, 1:46:25

72/Colby Pastore, 39:13, 6:38, 1:48:57

100/David Desautels, 42:04, 9:29, 2:00:55

73/Earc Gordon, 43:81, 11:06, 2:04:01

70/Paul Begbie, 45:28, 12:53, 2:05:49

74/Tom Charters, 45:55, 12:80, 2:15:58

69/Rick Riley, DNF*

76/Nick Taylor, DNF

*Single Speed

Advanced Class, Women,

Lap #1

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Time back

80/Mary Allan, 45:36, 0

Lap #2

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Lap back, Total

80/Mary Allan, 45:70, 0, 1:31:06

Lap #3

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Lap back, Total

80/Mary Allan, 46:06, 0, 2:17:00

Intermediate Class, Men,

Lap #1

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Time back

382/Jake Madden, 41:52, 0,

376/Pete Gielow, 42:41, 0:89

330/Jeff Sheldon, 43:00, 1:48

373/Adam Sherf, 43:02, 1:50

380/Tom Spinardi, 45:50, 3:98

375/Jiro Tully, 48:44, 6:92*

381/Charles O'Brien,48:52, 7:00

374/Lucas Peterson, 51:36, 9:78

383/Kodi Rider, 52:14, 10:62

377/Chip Touhey, 58:02, 16:50

Lap #2

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Lap back, Total

382/Jake Madden, 43:68, 0, 1:25:20

376/Pete Gielow, 42:98, 0:70, 1:25:39

330/Jeff Sheldon, 43:70, 0:02, 1:26:30

373/Adam Sherf, 46:31, 2:62, 1:28:33

380/Tom Spinardi, 46:09, 2:41, 1:31:59

381/Charles O'Brien,49:64, 5:96, 1:38:16

375/Jiro Tully, 50:88, 7:20, 1:39:32*

374/Lucas Peterson, 52:94, 9:26, 1:44:30

383/Kodi Rider, DNF

377/Chip Touhey, DNF

*Single Speed

Intermediate Class, Women,

Lap #1

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Time back

378/Nicole Garcia, 45:42, 0

379/Amanda Woodward,56:06, 10:64

Lap #2

Plate#/Name, Lap time, Lap back, Total

378/Nicole Garcia, 50:01, 0, 1:35:43

379/Amanda Woodward,58:31, 8:30, 1:54:37

Beginner Class, Men,

Plate#/Name, Time, Time back

284/Scott McCulloch,46:30, 0

280/Stephan Whatley,51:17, 4:87*

285/Gene Barnes, 55:42, 9:12

*Single Speed

Wheeler Beach Ride

2009-08-17T08:08:00.000-07:00

A group of eleven riders braved the drive to Usal beach for a ride to Wheeler Beach on the Lost Coast. The six miles of the dirt road to Usal is brutal! I am always amazed how many people use this area, the camps where almost completely filled. The weather was perfect and the views awesome.
As we where getting ready to ride Stan startled a large bull elk that was lounging in the picnic area! It settled down again and we all got a chance to check out this impressive animal.
This was my first time on this ride and for some reason I expected it to be fairly easy. Having ridden other areas on the Lost Coast I should have known better. By rides end Cindy's computer had 22 miles and nearly 4K of climbing!

Mike and the elk at the rides start near Usal Beach.

David at one of many view spots.

Jim stops to check out Usal Beach far below.

The group arrives at Wheeler Beach.

Stan checks out Wheeler Beach.

Relaxing after the ride.

Rick at Usal Beach.

We all had a great time riding together and visiting this beautiful area!
Get out and ride!
Chris

Club Camp

2009-08-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

The club camping weekend is done. Gene Barnes won the poker ride and the hill climbing contest. Gene shared his good fortune by donating his winnings to the club. Thank you, Gene.
And thanks to Chris for securing and setting up our camp. Also thank you to David for transporting my stock tanks and working with Chris to make them into "cowboy hot tubs". Stanley and Rose laid out some great food which we enjoyed and appreciated. Thank you, Michael, for returning the pump and hoses to Rent-All.

Rubber-side down,
Rick

July Trail Work Day

2009-07-20T07:30:00.000-07:00

Another trail work day is history!

Eleven MCC members came out to help clear downed trees, branches, and brush from old Rd 552. The trail is now ridable from Rd 555 (Berry Gulch road) to Rd 740 (Old Mill Farm access). A new trail was cleared from the old trailer to Rd 740 to bypass some large fallen redwood trees near the Old Mill Farm property.
This is a beautiful area and a good bypass to Rd 408. Check it out next time you are on this part of the forest!

Stan getting ready to play in the mud. His shirt was not nearly as white when he was done!

John and David D attack the Pompas Grass jungle.

Roo stays clear of Gene's Circle of Death!

Colin clears a log out of dip while Nick checks the line.

Mike clears some of many branches from the trail.

Colin and Marc rest up for the final assault.

Gene ready to finish last section after lunch.

I didn't get a good shot of Rick, or of me chasing down folks to get their photos.
Thank you all for helping make this a great work day!

Get out and ride!

Chris

Camp One and Camp Twenty Maps

2009-07-01T11:26:00.000-07:00

King Range Camp out and Ride

2009-05-29T17:41:00.000-07:00

The two Tims from the Bigfoot Bike Club riding the trail below camp.

Mendocino Coast Cyclists meet with the Bigfoot Bike Club for camping and riding in the King Range over the Memorial Day weekend. Groups from the Bay Area and Santa Rosa where also at Tolkan camp to check out the trail and have a good time.
Tim D. and Tim K. from Bigfoot and I came into camp on Friday evening. The Tims had been having fun riding in the Pea Vine ridge area earlier that day. After setting up we had a few beers with the group from the Bay Area and talked about some of the great riding opportunities we have in Northern California.

Saturday morning Jim and Cindy showed up early to set up their camp after spending the night in Garberville, and a new MCC member, Jack, came up from Little River to join us for a ride. We rode out and back on the roller coaster trail south of camp. After riding with us Jack headed down to the beach to do some surfing. John and Paul showed up around noon and we rode the loop clockwise. Everyone enjoyed the trail and views very much. This was my first time riding with Paul and he is a very good rider! Tim D. rode one loop with his bike sucking chain and decided not to ride again until new chain rings could be installed. The water was not working at camp so he volunteered to go fill our sun showers for us while we rode. When we returned to camp he had set up his shower tent and had all our shower water worming in the sun. Very nice! After a great shower, I started up the BBQ for chicken, Tim K. shucked corn, and Cindy made a great salad for dinner. We all enjoyed the food with some wine or beer, sat around the campfire to talk about bikes, the trail, and the good life.
Sunday after breakfast we where ready to ride some more. The plan was to go to the top of the downhill run so Jim and Cindy could video some of the action. It was 11 when we got to the top and because I had told folks a ride would start from camp at 12:30 I decided to keep going while the video session was happening. This was the first time I rode the complete trail counterclockwise. Coming down the narrow signal track was a blast! No one showed up at 12:30 so I had a few beers with the Tims and the group from Santa Rosa. When Jim and Cindy returned to camp we packed up and they left to check out Shelter Cove, the Tims headed north, and I took one last quick ride before heading home.
We all had a wonderful time and I hope we can do it again next year!

Here are some more photos

Jack came up and rode with us on Saturday then headed to Shelter Cove for some surfing.

John and Paul ready to ride.

Jim and Cindy set up their truck tent.

Get out and ride!

Chris

New Woodsprite Trail

2009-04-16T11:39:00.000-07:00

Caspar Classic

2009-04-08T11:11:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists are proud to host
the Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race
to be held Sunday September 6th 2009 on Labor Day weekend.

Race start is 10am registration opens at 8am on Caspar Logging Rd at Rd 600.

From Hwy 1 at Caspar (between Mendocino and Fort Bragg) go east on Fern Creek Rd to top of hill, right on Caspar Orchard Rd, then stay straight on dirt Caspar Logging Rd for 1 mile to Race Start. Due to large speed bumps on Caspar Logging Rd low clearance vehicles should turn left to stay on Caspar Orchard Rd and stay straight onto dirt Rd at end of pavement, than after 1/4 mile turn left on Logging Rd to Race Start.

The course is the same as last year, a 7-mile loop with 500ft of climbing, about 1/3 dirt road, 1/3 double-track trail, and 1/3 single-track trail.

Racer groups will be,

Beginning racers 1-loop/7 miles/500ft climb

Intermediate racers 2-loops/14 miles/1000ft climb

Advanced racers 3-loops/21 miles/1500ft climb

Groups for woman, single speeders and others may also be formed.

Race fee is $25

For more information contact Rick Riley at 707 964-5250

or mccrickriley@yahoo.com

Some photos of the 2008 Caspar Classic

Ready to Race

Top Men Racers

Top Woman Racers

Single Speeders

After Race Refreshments

2008 Race Report

King Range Camp out and Ride May 23-24

2009-03-12T07:07:00.000-07:00

The Paradise Royale bike trail in the King Range has been referred to as the "Little Whistler". I've not been to Whistler but if it's like this trail it Rocks! Don't worry if you are not into jumps and drops good ride arounds are easy to see and use.
Tolkan Camp has water but I suggest bringing drinking water and using this treated water for washing only.
There is a store 20 min drive from camp for supplies if needed. Shelter Cove is about 30 min away with some eating places, a nice beach, and good surf spots for those interested in other activities.
Drive time from the Mendo Coast is about 2.5 hrs by way of Redway go west on the Shelter Cove Rd turn on King Peak Rd and go north to Tolkan Camp.
Rides will start from Camp at 12:30 Saturday, 9:30 and, 12:30 Sunday.
Members of the Bigfoot Bike Club are interested in riding with us, so I will invite our friends from the north to join us for this fun weekend camp out and ride.
Here is a link to a great ride blog with information on this trail and other rides in the Humboldt area.

Get out and Ride!
Chris

Jiro's 50th at Boggs

2009-02-07T08:46:00.000-08:00

Yes it has been ten years since this photo was taken at Jiro's 40th Birthday at Boggs! A camp out is planned for March 6-8. If you haven't ridden Boggs it is well worth the drive even for just one day. Boggs is about a two hour drive from the Mendo Coast near the town of Cobb in Lake County. From Hwy 175 just north of Cobb turn at the sign to the CDF Fire Station, stay on the main road (Rd 500) past the heliport about a mile to Calso Camp. Camping is free but no water is available. There is a good store in town for any supplies needed. Bring your lights for a night ride. An elevation of around 3500 ft means it can get cold this time of year so bring appropriate gear. This should be a great weekend! Hope to see you there!
Chris

First Trail Workday of 2009

2009-01-19T08:53:00.000-08:00

The "Indiana Jones" bridge on the Caspar Crossing Trail needs replacement. Anyone willing to help is welcome. Meet at 10am Saturday Jan 31 in the large pull out 2.8 miles from Hwy 1 on County Rd 409. Bring a lunch, water, gloves, work shoes, and a tool of your choice. We will be done by 4pm.
Chris

2008-11-17T16:49:00.000-08:00

IMBA Trail building day.

Builders in action. Great job guys and gals.

IMBA's Trail Care Crew (TCC) is coming to the Mendocino Coast!

2008-10-20T08:12:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists (MCC) will host the TCC Nov. 14-16

The TCC will be at the North Coast Brewery Friday from 6-9pm. Videos of past trail work and completed trails from around the world will be shown. This is a chance to find out about IMBA's commitment to building fun, sustainable trails, while meeting folks interested in improving the local trail system.

A workshop on design, construction, and maintenance of trails will be held Saturday at the Caspar Community Center meeting room 9-12noon. Hands on work improving the Three Post trail 12:30-4pm. Lunch will be provided at the trail head.

On Sunday at 12noon a trail ride will leave from end of the pavement on Caspar/Little Lake Rd. (Rd 409 3.5 miles east of Hwy. 1) all riders are welcome to join MCC and the TCC for a 3 to 4 hour ride.

For more information contact Rick Riley by phone, 707 964-5250, or e-mail, mccrickriley@yhoo.com

2008 Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race Report

2008-09-03T22:02:00.000-07:00

Sunday Aug 31st started clear and breezy in Caspar, and it stayed that way all day. The area at the start/finish line had some blowing dust but lots of trees calm the wind along the trails so conditions where great for pushing hard and all participants where ready to race at 10am.

A large group came up from Sonoma County to ride the trails and test the locals. Mendocino has some great racers and Brian Astell from Mendo's South Coast took first place in the 21 mile advanced category. Brian arrived at the race with rear tire that had just gone flat on his motorcycle and his bike strapped to the back. He had no flats or other problems with his mountain bike, and after hanging with the lead group on the first lap he opened up a good lead and kept it through the finish line with a time of 1:45:14. Second place went to Ethan Black who was plus 02:26, and third was taken by Sean Allen who was only 02:32 back from first place on his single speed bike! Sean told me his back was hurting him before the race but it didn't seem to slow him down much. Gabe Cheese who easily won the race last year had stiff competition this year and came in forth.

The woman from Sonoma kicked butt in the advanced group with Sarah Campbell taking first, Ann Boggs came in second and, Heather Cafferata got third place.

The intermediate 14 mile race was won by Chris Loeffler in 1:28:44, Jessie New was 1:10 behind first and came in second beating Tom Charters, 1:11 back, who took third in a sprint for the finish line!

No one entered the beginning category although two riders dropped out and said one lap was enough for them.

Five rode single speeds with Sean Allen first, and David Desautels second in the 21 mile race. In the 14 mile race Adam Sherf took first, Rick Riley came in second, and Jiro Tulley was third.

Fort Bragg Cyclery donated two $75 gift certificates for first place men/woman, and two $25 certificates for second place men/woman. Third place winners had their choice of swag then all racers and volunteers had a free for all for leftovers.

Brian got his motorcycle tire fixed strapped on his bike and headed home. Sean Allen, and David Desautels hadn't had enough riding and took off to check out a new trail in the area. And the clean up crew consumed a quite a few malt beverages with anyone hanging out after the awards.

Catch a Canoe and Bikes Too, The Out Door Store, IMBA, and Fort Bragg Cyclery donated prizes. Down Home Foods provided fruit, coffee, and water. Mendocino Coast Cyclists provided help to set up and run the race.

THANK YOU to all the Caspar Classic sponsors and volunteers!

Let's do this again next year!

Chris

Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race Lap Times

Lap #, Time, Total Time, Plate #, Name

Order per lap

1st,

1, 0:34:52, #41, Ethan Black / 2, 34:87, 1:09:39, #67, Brian Astell / 3, 35:75, 1:45:14, #67, Brian Astell

2nd,

1,0:34:53, #67, Brian Astell / 2, 35:82, 1:11:37, #59, Sean Allen / 3, 35:28, 1:47:40, #41, Ethan Black

3rd,

1, 0:35:41, #51, Gabe Cheese / 2, 36:61, 1:12:02, #51, Gabe Cheese / 3, 36:09, 1:47:46, #59, Sean Allen

4th,

1, 0:35:55, #59, Sean Allen / 2, 37:60, 1:12:12, #41, Ethan Black / 3, 36:20, 1:48:22, #51, Gabe Cheese

5th,

1, 0:36:40, #45, Riley Howard / 2, 35:94, 1:12:34, #45, Riley Howard / 3, 38.23, 1:50:57, #45, Riley Howard

6th,

1, 0:37:45, #44, Colby Pastore / 2, 39:69, 1:17:14, #44, Colby Pastore / 3, 38:99, 1:57:07, #61, Gabe Forsyth

7th,

1, 0:38:22, #48, Dirk Asch / 2, 39:80, 1:18:02, #48, Dirk Asch / 3, 40:01, 1:57:15, #44, Colby Pastore

8th,

1, 0:38:39, #61, Gabe Forsyth / 2, 39:69, 1:18:08, #61, Gabe Forsyth / 3, 40:22, 1:58:24, #48, Dirk Asch

9th,

1, 0:39:38, #42, Eric Gordon / 2, 41:80, 1:21:18, #42, Eric Gordon / 3, 40:82, 2:02:02, #62, Mark Tenzel

10th,

1, 0:40:15, #62, Marc Tenzel / 2, 41:05, 1:21:20, #62, Marc Tenzel / 3, 41:82, 2:03:00, #42, Eric Gordon

11th,

1, 0:40:39, #60, David Desautels / 2, 42:00, 1:22:39, #60, David Desautels / 3, 43:05, 2:05:44, #60, David Desautls

12th,

1, 0:40:46, #54, Rusty Hansen / 2, 45:87, 1:26:33, #54, Rusty Hansen / 3, 42:27, 2:09:40, #49, Sarah Campbell

13th,

1, 0:42:51, #52, Jessie New / 2, 42:71, 1:27:13, #49, Sarah Campbell / 3, 46:67, 2:13:00, #54, Rusty Hansen

14th,

1, 0:43:00, #58, Gary Calder / 2, 44:45, 1:27:45, #58, Gary Calder / 3, 44:93, 2:13:37, #68, Chris Loffler, Rode extra lap

15th,

1, 0:43:08, #66, Jacob Madden / 2, 44:08, 1:28:44, #68, Chris Loeffler / 3, 45:92, 2:13:37, #58, Gary Calder

16th,

1, 0:43:15, #36, Tom Charters / 2, 45:44, 1:28:52, #66, Jacob Madden / 3, 50:58, 2:21:10, #46, Ann Boggs

17th,

1, 0:44:36, #68, Chris Loeffler / 2, 46:83, 1:29:34, #52, Jessie New / 3, timing ended #50, Heather Cafferata

18th,

1, 0:44:42, #49, Sarah Campbell / 2, 46:19, 1:29:34, #36, Tom Charters / 3, " " # 53, Sheegan Addy

19th,

1, 0:44:43, #46, Ann Boggs / 2, 46:09, 1:30:52, #46, Ann Boggs / 3, " " #63, David Strode

20th,

1, 0:46:10, #38, Aaron Black / 2, 48:01, 1:34:11, #38, Aaron Black / 3, DNF #66, Jacob Madden

21st,

1, 0:46:33, #43, Adam Sherf / 2, 47:50, 1:34:50, #39, Tom Spinardl

22nd,

1, 0:47:00, #39, Tom Spinardl / 2, 48:19, 1:34:52, #43, Adam Sherf

23rd,

1, 0:49:05, #64, Mike Berna / 2, 49:41, 1:38:46, #64, Mike Berna

24th,

1, 0:50:05, #69, Rick Riley / 2, 49:93, 1:40:33, #55, Lucas Peterson

25th,

1, 0:50:40, #55, Lucas Peterson / 2, 50:37, 1:40:42, #69, Rick Riley

26th,

1, 0:50:42, #40, Chuck O'Brien / 2, 50:01, 1:41: 29, #37 Jiro Tulley

27th,

1, 0:51:15, #65, David Duncan / 2, 51:74, 1:42:14, #40, Chuck O'Brien

28th,

1, 0:51:26, #50, Heather Cafferata / 2, 51:13, 1:42:39, #50, Heather Cafferata

29th,

1, 0:51:28, #37, Jiro Tulley / 2, 53:76, 1:46:18, # 53, Sheegan Addy

30st,

1, 0:52:08, #53, Sheegan Addy / 2, 55:13, 1:46:28, #65, David Duncan

31nd,

1, 0:53:42, #34, Martin Johnson / 2, 54:65, 1:48:07, #34, Martin Johnson

32rd,

1, 0:56:38, #63, David Strode / 2, 1:13:68, 2:00:16, #63, David Strode

33th,

1, 0:57:50, #56, James Gay / 2, 1:03:63, 2:05:02, #47, Kim Krieger

34th,

1, 0:57:54, #57, Bill Popow / 2, DNF, #56, James Guy

35th,

1, 1:01:39, #47, Kim Krieger / 2, DNF, #57, Bill Popow

PAL Bike Rodeo

2008-09-01T10:07:00.000-07:00

MCC was at the PAL Bike Rodeo Sat Aug 23rd. We helped the Coast Guard Crew with the bike safety check. Marc brought the air compressor from FB Cyclery and it got a lot of use, as most tires needed air. Some of the kid's bikes had loose/missing axle bolts (thanks again to Marc for bringing extras), loose seat/bar clamps, and needed cable and chain lube. We were able to get all the bikes out on the obstacle course. It was a lot of fun watching the kids having a good time on their bikes!

Chris

Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race 2008

2008-08-05T06:50:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists will again hold the Caspar Classic Race on Sunday August 31st, Labor Day weekend.

Race starts at 10am registration opens at 8am on Caspar Logging Rd at Rd 600.

From Hwy 1 at Caspar (between Mendocino and Fort Bragg) go east on Fern Creek Rd to top of hill, right on Caspar Orchard Rd, then stay straight on dirt Caspar Logging Rd for 1 mile to Rd 600.

The course is the same as last year, a 7-mile loop with 500ft of climbing, about 1/3 dirt road, 1/3 double-track trail, and 1/3 single-track trail.

Racer groups will be,

Beginning racers 1-loop/7 miles/500ft climb

Intermediate racers 2-loops/14 miles/1000ft climb

Advanced racers 3-loops/21 miles/1500ft climb

Racer groups for woman, single speeders and others will also be formed as needed.

Race fee is $25

Come have some fun and help support cycling on the Mendocino Coast!

Trash Clean Up in Caspar Orchard Area

2008-06-09T07:36:00.000-07:00

This clean up day MCC collected the least amount of trash in the five years we have been working in this area. Maybe we are making an impression on dumpers. The party spots were the hardest to pick up this year. We got allot of nails (from burned pallets) and broken glass but many nails remain. JDSF may be getting a rolling magnet this would help to get almost all of the nails. Schools are going on summer break so we may see increased use of party spots. Use care when riding through these spots, S.H. Trail at T.V. Trail, and Rd 500 at Rd 511 (Wuss Hill).

Chris

PAL Sale Bike Check

2008-06-01T07:39:00.000-07:00

Saturday morning the truck loads of bikes kept coming from the FBPD storage yard (they now have a shed so stored bikes will not stay out in the weather as in the past) and more than 30 bikes where dropped off behind Fort Bragg Cyclery.
We checked the bikes brakes, aired up tires, lubed or replaced chains, cables, shifters and derailleurs. Some bearing adjustments, wheel truing, seat, and grip replacements were also needed.
A few bikes presented quite a challenge others only needed lube.
At the end of the day we had over 20 bikes ready for the PAL sale!

Chris

Caspar Creek Crossing Trail

2008-05-15T07:42:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists latest trail is complete. The trail connects Caspar Little Lake Rd. (409) to Forest Road 600.

JDSF has mapped the new trail and I will try to get a map made soon.

From Rd 409 the trail starts near the three-mile marker look for a turn out on north side of the road with a no dumping sign. Head north on the old logging rd, take the first left turn, then stay straight at next cross rd. The trail starts across the old landing at the end of the rd. At the bottom the trail crosses a log across Caspar Creek.

This trail was not constructed for horse traffic and would need extensive hardening before it would hold up to horses.

Please tread lightly on this and all trails.

Get out and enjoy our area!

Chris

Sea Otter 2008

2008-05-05T22:26:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists had good representation at Sea Otter once again! We had the same camp as last year, and it was windy as usual, but no rain.

The Cross Country races where in a new order this year.

Beginners raced Friday and Tom Charters received first place in his category!

Saturday Sport class raced, and I got 8th place, which was my personal best for this course.

Sunday was Expert and Pros. Most of the top Pros where at a Worlds Competition so some old folks and new "up comers" got to race together! Tinker was in the top ten, Ned came in mid pack, and Point Arena's own Brian Estelle was not far behind!

Unfortunately Colin crashed during practice and was unable to race the Down Hill.

Rick and I once again tasted IMBA's beer and food. Good things are coming!

Tom did the century road tour, and we all collected as much swag as possible, the Caspar Classic race will once again have lots of goodies! We made new friends and visited with old ones.

Sea Otter was a great time once again!

Chris

Slide show of bike club

2008-02-24T21:57:00.000-08:00

Riding the Road

2008-01-08T22:33:00.000-08:00

Winter is a great time to do some road riding.
Trails are muddy.
Traffic is less.
Keep riding fitness.
But sharing the road with motor traffic can be dangerous!
Remember to wear bright colors.
Get a good tail light / head light set and use them all the time.
Ride in a predictable way.
Watch for cars that may pull out or turn in front of you.
Ride safe and have fun!

Caspar Trails Map

2007-10-27T07:52:00.000-07:00

Cycling Trails in Caspar Area of Jackson State Forest

Please be courteous to equestrians and hikers/dog walkers that frequent this area. Do not ride trails when wet. Trails stay wet weeks after a heavy rain and will be damaged if ridden. Take all your trash out with you. Jackson State Forest has been great about allowing bikes on trails. Please do your best to keep this Forest open to cyclists!

Lower loop. Miles, 3. Fitness level, medium. Skill level, medium.

Lower loop trailhead, Rd 500 at Rd 600, don’t block the gate. Look for 500 Trail a hundred feet down Rd 600 on left. This is fun twisting trail thru redwood, fir, and pine forest. There is a few short steep climbs but most of this trail is not hard to ride. Watch out for large tree roots and sandy corners, ride with caution. Trail ends at T.V. Trail about an eighth mile after crossing Rd 500. You may turn left to return to Lower loop trailhead or turn right and add Upper loop and 4.5 miles to your ride. This trail is an old logging road and it is fairly flat and straight with a lot of large puddles months after rain. Most puddles have by-pass trails around them. Really fast speeds can be reached on this trail. Make lots of noise and expect to see someone on the trail around every corner. T.V. Trail east has some rutted areas and a stream crossing fallowed by a short, steep, rutted climb about an eighth mile from S.H. Trail, at west end is Rd 530. This rocked road is closed to motor vehicles because garbage dumping was a major problem. Road ends at Rd 500 turn left for a few hundred feet to first logging road on right and take this road a few hundred feet to 500 Trail turn right on trail to Lower loop trailhead.

Upper Loop. Miles, 2.5. Fitness level, difficult. Skill level, difficult.

Upper loop trailhead, Rd 500 at Rd 520, don’t block the gate. Look for S.H. Trail a few hundred feet up Rd 500 on left. This is an old logging road that is used illegally by four-wheel drive off roaders. Because of this use there are large ruts and holes on the trail, ride with caution. Follow this trail about a quarter mile to T.V. Trail. You may turn left here to Lower loop or keep straight on Upper loop. After about a mile look for rutted trail on left, this is Three Pipe Trail. This is a very steep climb on an old logging trail. Near the top of the climb look for trail on right. This is Gunslinger Trail that was built by cyclists and has many tight corners and abrupt grade changes. After crossing Rd 500 find Thru Stump Trail to right of gate and more technical trail. This trail ends at Rd 500 across from S.H. Trail. Turn left on road to Upper loop trailhead.

The big Picture

2007-09-28T16:50:00.000-07:00

Jiros playground

2007-09-28T16:48:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Woodlands

2007-09-28T16:40:00.000-07:00

Red boundary line on left of map fallows Little Lake Road (Rd 408)

Caspar Classic Race and Fun Ride

2007-08-05T08:02:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists will host the Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race and Fun Ride on Sunday September 2nd starting from the old Caspar Scales (Rd 500 at Rd 600)

Registration opens at 9am Race starts at 10am
Fun Ride will start around 10:30

This will be a family friendly event!

27 mile Race for Advanced riders

12 mile Race for Beginner riders

1 mile Race for riders under 12 years old

Fun Ride for anyone wishing to enjoy riding in the redwoods and watching some of the race action.

Entry Fee is $25

For more information contact
Rick Riley at (707) 964-5250

Come out, have some fun while helping support cycling on the Mendocino Coast!

Club Camp out

2007-07-26T09:30:00.000-07:00

Mendocino Coast Cyclists will hold the annual camp out starting the evening of Friday August 24th at Camp Tilley (near Camp One on JDSF). Poker ride will start Sunday August 26th from camp, prizes at 2pm. Saturday night Barbecue and lunch Sunday will be supplied as a thank you to Club Members. A general meeting is planned for Sunday at 10am. Ideas for events, food, and fun are always welcome. Contact Rick Riley at 964-5250 with ideas, or for more information.

Trash Clean-up Day

2007-07-18T17:30:00.000-07:00

Saturday August 11th 10am meeting at the Caspar Scales (Rd 500 at Rd 600) Mendocino Coast Cyclists will again hold a trash clean-up day on Jackson State Forest. Garbage is less then in years past but clean-up is still needed. The plan is to break into small groups and head out to known problem areas. We should regroup around 2pm and load trucks headed to Caspar Garbage Transfer Station. For more information call Rick Riley at 964-5250

Fathers Day Ride

2007-06-18T10:46:00.001-07:00

I dont know how your Fathers Day ride was , but mine was great! Five and a half hours.
We rode Manley Gulch and then the Old Valley trail on the east side of the creek in the Woodlands canyon.
Then we went up Big River to Picolates(?).
Then up and over to Laguna to Laguna crossing and up the east side of Big River to Lillys. John had the briliant idea to climb up Boiler to 720.
About did us in.
Gascap and Gastank to Paralell Action.
What a beautiful day.
Jiro

Another Sea Otter!

2007-05-01T21:47:00.000-07:00

This was another memorable Otter experience! More venders came this year then in the past. Some had very good swag. Gary took home a very nice road bike frame. Jiro test road a few bikes on a fun part of the old XC course. We had some bad crashes but for the most part it was a lot of fun.

Morning coffee at camp.

Ready to ride Saturday before a heavy rain storm.

Cate after the podium!

Jiro's Birthday Ride

2007-04-03T07:01:00.000-07:00

March 4th Mendocino Coast Cyclists toured the meandering trails along Rd 409 on to Rd 720 and onto the Woodlands trails for Jiro's BD ride. We all had a great time! Charlie went off trail and had his shoes knocked of his feet but was unhurt by the experience. Every time I am out in this area Jiro has added some new trails to his playground! We may need some trail markers to find our way through (maybe color coded caution tape). The Club could use some more fun outings like this! Thanks Jiro and keep up the good work!

Sea Otter Classic

2007-03-09T08:05:00.000-08:00

MCC has reserved the two campsites at Sea Otter we have enjoyed in past. Sites are available April 12th. - 15th. Cost per person is $30 for Club Members, and $40 for Non Members for all three nights. This is a inexpensive way to check out a World Class Cycling Event. To reserve your space send camp fee to MCC at, P.O.Box 742, Fort Bragg, CA. 95437, or show up and hope there is room.
Early race entry ends March 23rd. Save $10 per race by entering before then. Super-G and BMX races will be new this year.

Waterfall Time!

2007-03-03T20:51:00.000-08:00

I have been trying to move that trash photo down. Hope this works!
Manley Gulch Waterfall

More Trash on JDSF

2007-02-24T15:49:00.000-08:00

Most dumping was at the old party spot on Road 530 before the gate was put up. Photo taken at Rd. 500 and Rd. 530.

Trees Down on Trails

2007-02-07T16:53:00.000-08:00

Wind has fallen trees and blocked trails along the Mendocino Coast. As of Sunday Feb.4th these trails are open with some new challenges. Rd. 500 Parallel, TV, Rd. 510 to Three Pipe, Gun Slinger, Thru Tree, South/ North Weir, Forbidden, Underworld, Rd 409 Parallel, Forest History, Cookhouse, Gas Tank, Gas Cap, Rusty's, and Ames Lodge.

David Desautels did a lot of work to clear trails and deserves a major thank you!

New Leadership for MCC in 2007

2007-02-06T07:01:00.000-08:00

Jiro Tully has been elected President for 2007. He will work to map trails, update the Club web site, and has many other great ideas for the club in 2007.
Rick Riley will be Secretary in 2007. He is sure to make Club newsletters and e-mails interesting and fun to read. He has a good relationship with local media and will certainly get Club events and concerns out to membership, and the public as well.

Caspar Trail workday 12/3/06

2006-12-06T11:27:00.000-08:00

A small group showed up for the trail workday but we got a lot done! The trail is now ridable to the second switchback corner. After this corner is built trail building will be easier until some steep side slope areas just before it connects with the existing trail. I talked to JDSF recreation forester Tess Albin-Smith about building jumps, and drops, she said they would be o.k! This would be a good trail to have some stunts along side. The next trail workday will be in January but anyone willing to do work may at any time just stay up hill of flags.
Chris

Holiday Lights Parade

2006-12-06T10:52:00.000-08:00

A lot of riders showed up to ride in the Holiday Lights Parade! Snow White rode the peddy cab driven by her Prince. The cross dressing witch with the poison apple was a hit, as where the not so dwarf dwarfs. Mirror-mirror on a bike ridden by the vain queen, the woodsman, and some rain deer completed our group. It was a lot of fun and we got a second place award! Our usual free for all parade riding formation was employed with Colin pulling off good wheelies, and Justin 360 whips. Stan and Rose hosted a potluck after the parade with lots of great food brought by everyone.

Chris

Caspar Trail workday

2006-11-19T20:42:00.000-08:00

A Trail workday is planed for Sunday December 3^rd starting at 9am. This trail is progressing nicely! With a good day of work it will be getting very close to the existing trail. JDSF has done brush clearing of the existing trail so we should have little trouble completing the trail from Rd. 409 (Caspar/Little Lake Rd.) to Rd. 600 (Caspar Creek) before Summer 2007. We will meet at the easy access to this trail at the pull out (Rd. 690) north of 35mph sign just east of Mile Marker 2.76 on Rd. 409. Bring a lunch, water, gloves, and your favorite trail tool. Rain will cancel this workday. Chris

Trash Clean Up Day October 22nd

2006-11-13T10:46:00.000-08:00

We had a good turn out for the Trash Clean up Day on October 22^nd. Most trash was small this year. A group collected shooters trash from the rock pit at the end of Rd 530. Another group pulled all fagging left on trails and picked up some four-wheeler truck parts and other trash on S/H Trail. Stan hauled a couch and other debris from the Caspar Orchard area. John Lowden brought his nail magnet and collected nails from party spots on Rd 500. Although we did not collect the volume of trash of past Clean up days getting the small stuff dose make a difference in trail enjoyment for all users and hopefully discourage abusers.

Taking a break

Caspar Cassic September 10th

2006-11-13T10:01:00.000-08:00

Caspar Classic Mountain Bike Race

Mendocino Coast Cyclists' President Marc Tenzel
said of the inaugural Caspar Classic Mountain Bike
Race, "We had wonderful support and enthusiasm with a
great turnout on a fine course on a beautiful day."
Young Sophie Balme completed the children's
course accompanied by Cindy Ellis. Cindy, an
accomplished rider of our local trails, was impressed
with Sophie's riding as well as her ability to
maintain steady commentary and conversation while she
rides.
The Beginner's category was won by Adan Valencia
with a fine effort on short preparation. Adan rides
occasionally but hadn't been on the bike for a while.
He took to the trails several times last week and
showed good overall fitness and riding ability on the
fairly challenging course.
Adam Sherf of Willits finished 5 minutes behind
Adan but did so on a single-speed mountain bike. The
single-speeder handles well for Adam but sometimes
lacks favorable gearing for the hardest of climbs.
Near the top of "Three-post" trail the terrain pitches
up steeply and it was here that Adam had to walk his
bike. Adding to Adam's challenge was a wrong turn on
the course which cost him up to three minutes on the
backtrack.
Jake Madden, a relative newcomer to the wonders
of the Jackson Demonstration State Forest, enjoyed his
race in finishing third.
Visitors Susan Walsh and Nancy McAravy finished
the course together, walking their bikes where needed
and riding well within their abilities to tie for
first place in the women's Beginner division.

On the Sport/Expert podium were David Conrad,
Gary Calder, and Ed Balme. David rode his "96'er" to
victory in the division and continues a successful
year. Gary was three minutes off David with a great
effort for second place. Gary's been riding somewhat
seriously and very regularly for a little over a year
and has made remarkable gains. Ed rounded out the top
three in the Sport/Expert category. It was great to
see the participation and support of the Balme family
as father and daughter raced while mother and little
one cheered them on. The Balmes sometimes ride as a
family -- three bikes and trailer for the baby Balme.

Visitors came from points beyond -- three
gentlemen from Modesto left around 2:00am to make our
10:00am races and left quite satisfied with their fine
day. We're gaining a reputation for having a unique
trail riding experience. The word of the North
Coast's mountain biking treasure is spreading in bike
shops and in riding groups around California.
Mendocino Coast Cyclists expect this annual event
to grow and become a late-season "must ride" for those
who enjoy the beauty of single-track and cross-country
mountain biking. The MCC thanks its sponsors Catch A
Canoe & Bicycles Too, Fort Bragg Cyclery, and Down
Home Foods for this fine race. The volunteers who
marshalled the course and provided other support are
appreciated as well as the California Department of
Forestry and the Jackson Demonstration State Forest.
From Rick Riley

Campout August 18th-21st

2006-11-13T09:43:00.000-08:00

The annual Mendocino Coast Cyclists campout at
Jackson Demonstration State Forest Camp One went just
as expected this past weekend with plenty of good
food, friends, and great mountain biking fun. The 20+
attendees included: Chris, David D, Marc & Naomi,
Jesse & Roanna, Stanley & Rose, Jim & Cindy, Michael,
Colin, Cate, Bill, Tom, John, Gene, Charlie, Gary,
Rotary Exchange Student Franco, and me.
Jesse had the impressive backwoods hot tub set
up, utilizing water from the North Fork of the Noyo
next to the spacious Tilley site of Camp One. Camping
here is always free and available on a first-come,
first-served basis. MCC makes great use of Camp One
and the Jackson Forest and are always grateful to the
State and its employees for the fine upkeep and access
to this local treasure.
The "Poker Ride" was won by Rose Fordyce with a
pair of Kings over Cindy Ellis and her pair of Queens.
Rose employed the strategy of collecting her cards
last in amassing the winning hand. Well played, Rose.

The Hill Climbing competition was won by Colin
Belisle as he bested Marc Tenzel and Gary Calder by
mere inches up the steepest rideable slope near the
camp. Later, Colin treated us to a demonstration of
"Big Air", launching his bike off a ramp built near
the top of the climbing hill.
Marc Tenzel, club El Presidente, noted that we
now maintain and use the greatest amount of the trails
in our area, more than any other group according to
his informal survey. Mountain biking has grown and he
is most pleased. Jim Ellis remarked that the number
of rideable trails has greatly increased over the past
several years. Still, the roads that crisscross the
Jackson Forest quickly become overgrown with brush and
vines due, in part, to the heavy rains this past
winter and spring. The solution: more riding. We
love our trails but the roads need some attention.
Next up: The Mendocino Coast Cyclists Mountain
Bike Race to be held Sunday, September 10.
From Rick Riley

New Caspar Trail

2006-07-29T17:15:00.000-07:00

We got a lot of work done on the new trail. It was hot but a large part of the trail is now ridable. More work needs to be done to connect with the existing trail. Thanks to those able to help a switchback corner was completed as well as a lot of side hill bench cut. Another day of trail work will be set up soon. Hopefully it will not be as hot!
Chris

Trail Workday

2006-06-29T08:23:00.000-07:00

Saturday July 22nd will be MCC's first workday this year. Everyone interested in helping should meet on Road 409 at the end of the pavement at 10am. Bring shovels, rakes, picks, or hoes if you have them. I plan on working until 4pm. Also bring water, a lunch/snack, and work gloves.
Chris

Fathers Day Ride

2006-06-17T09:29:00.000-07:00

8am is early to start a Sunday ride but we will be able to check out a lot of trails befor all the good pies at the barbeque are history!
Chris

One of our costal buddys

2006-05-30T22:30:00.000-07:00

Kicking it in the graveyard

2006-05-30T22:19:00.000-07:00

I got my bike!!

2006-05-29T20:14:00.000-07:00

hey, Well i got my new bike, another chameleon that is super sweet. I want to thank everybody for looking out for my old bike that was stolen and it's a real bummer but my new one is nicer so i'm happy right now. Also thank you Fort Bragg Cyclery for giving me a great deal on the bike.

Colin

sweet blog!

Life is Sweet!

2006-05-20T21:48:00.000-07:00

Someone sent me a nice poem and gift of dinner for two at the Mac House. Whoever it was has been enjoying new trails and wanted to thank me. Well it is a pleasure to be playing a part in creating and caring for trails that are well liked! I am a small part of all the folks that promote build and maintain bike trails in our area. Every time I have asked for help many have come willing to do the hard work needed. Great new trails have been built with little or no help from me. I would love to take you all out to dinner but think I'll just take my wife this time. It feels very good to be appreciated. Thank you!
Chris

JDSF Cleared Manley Gulch Slide

2006-05-14T19:25:00.000-07:00

A few weeks after I asked if JDSF could have a crew clear the slide on the Manley Gulch Trail and was told "probably not" they got it cleared! I was not looking forward to cutting all the downed trees and digging the slide off of the trail although I was sure to have lots of help from other MCC members.
Hope we don't have any more major trail problems!
Chris

Ready for the Tour of Unknown?

2006-05-06T21:26:00.000-07:00

I hope to be able to sit on the bike for 8 hrs and get up all the climbs this year. The road should be really rough after all the rain. I will again be on my moutain bike hybrid. The triple chain rings and front suspention work well for me on this ride. Some of the local riders hate to be behinde a MTB and skip the lunch break to stay in front. It is a pleasure to pass a few of them on the Endless Hills at the end of the ride. I am looking forward to my complementary massage at lunch and after the ride befor the included dinner. Yes this ride is well supported!
Chris

What Does This Mean?

2006-04-25T20:44:00.000-07:00

This univresal sign has me mystified. Dose it mean you may enjoy a maze? Dance to the Grateful Dead? Turn cartwheels? Anyone have an idea?
Chris

This Years Hot Frame Bamboo

2006-04-15T08:47:00.000-07:00

I spotted this bike being ridden around at Sea Otter. A lot of bike companies had steel frames on some of their bikes this year but this may be taking retro a bit to far. Although it should hold up to saltwater better than steel. Check out the bamboo fenders and rack! Disc brakes to eliminate seat stay flex, good idea.
Chris

Sea Otter Classic

2006-04-11T11:27:00.000-07:00

The sun was good to us at Laguna Seca and stayed out untill Sunday afternoon when we had to pack up camp in a light rain. Pre riding the Cross Country Course was a bit muddy after heavy rain Wednesday but by Sunday it had dryed out except for a few wet seeps. The crowd was fairly small to be expected with recent weather. This made it easy to collect much swag as I did to give away at our Cross Country Race this summer (yes I'm keeping the realy good stuff). The Cross Country was different this year. No hurl hill but it seemed like more climbing overall to me. We rode the racetrack clockwise so the race didin't start with the hard climb to the top of the corkscrew. The new singletrack sections were fast and rolling. Quite a bit of road, both paved and dirt made passing easy. Going up hill on last years down hill singletrack was steep and hard. Near the end of the course the trail did a switch back just below our camp (this made watching the pros late Sunday afternoon easy) befor hitting the racetrack for a short down hill to the finish line.
Marc rode the Road Race and said it was hard but fun. David Conrad, Matt, and I rode the Cross Country. David tied for 2nd place! His medal was cool having a usable stem cap. Check out his bike next time you see him.
In all we had a great time! It would have been nice to have more members and friends camp with us, but with the weather it was understandable. We will do this again next year and hope for more predictable weather.
Chris

2006-01-31T12:50:00.000-08:00

Piper and the bunny

2006-01-31T11:40:00.000-08:00

Here is a link to the big picture. All the trails in the States.
http://www.bikingusarailtrails.com/trailsnpics.html#statechart

Riding the Coast

2006-01-31T11:32:00.000-08:00

Riding the Coast
Just checking to see what this does

Post one

2006-01-31T11:14:00.000-08:00

Here is a little something that I came up with in my spare time.
Enjoy