Races, group rides and all that action.

Rocking one bike for all Sea Otter events?

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Hey Lee,
First time caller- long time listener. You’re the only rider I know of who rocks all the disciplines for these questions, so here it goes. I have my ’06 Reign 1 set up for Super D but want to also try downhill and 4x at Sea Otter this year. I’m thinking about swapping the 36 Talas with something longer and plusher for the DH but what about the 4x? My only other ride is a XC hardtail with a 71.5 head tube angle. I have a shorty stem for it but would prefer a slacker frame. Is there any way to setup the RP3 on the Reign to at least try 4x? Thanks for your time.
Oso Negro

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Vet Pro: yippee!

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For 2008 Mountain States Cup has added a Vet Pro/Am class. Anyone 35 or older can race this category, and I am stoked. Here’s why:

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2008 Mountain States Cup schedule

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It’s bigger and probably better too. Oh yeah, it’s gonna be on!

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From the archive: Big Bear national ’04

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Originally posted Posted May 26, 2004 — Back when we raced gravity events at Big Bear (and I had time to do massive posts like this one. Tons of photos!).

Oh, Big Bear. El Oso Grande. The Jewel of SoCal Mountains. Womb of the SoCal downhill scene. One of the oldest, best-run venues in mountainbikingdom. Great things have a way of happening here, and this year was right on target.

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4X in CO?

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Hey Lee,
Great site ya got! Hey I’ve been out of serious bike stuff (just playing at the BMX tracks and skateparks with the kiddos) for awhile. Anyway, I’m trying to find more info on 4X for ’08, like is there a series in CO and if so, where?
Thanks, Eric

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Trying the Sea Otter Super D

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Hello Lee,

I am planning to participate in my first Super D race this spring. Actually, that would be my first bike race ever – although I do “compete” in club road rides, and have done mass-start rides, I’ve never been to a real race. I am 31 y.o. and I have a trail bike, for what it worth.

So here is my question: what would be the best event for a complete and utter (but motivated) beginner to attend?
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Racing 4X with one gear?

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Hi Lee, i was wondering if it’s possible to race 4X with a single speed bike and be successful with racing? Let me know what you think.
Thanks, Cameron

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So you wanna race 4X?

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Some of you are thinking, “4X racing looks fun. I think I’ll give it a try.” Here’s what you should know.

(I wrote this story in August 2005.)

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2007 MSC Final: Keystone Klimax

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The 2007 Mountain States Cup ended in grand fashion. We had fun courses, fast timing and hot hot action. Tired today. Humbly reporting …
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BMX Worlds videos

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You wanna see some great riding? Check out the final motos from last week’s BMX Worlds in Canada. All classes, baby!

http://www.bmx2day.com/videos/Victoria/Victoria07-07.php

Thanks to Chris Powell for the heads-up.

2007 MSC#5 – Full Tilt in Telluride

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Everyone enjoyed beautiful weather and a fun DH course, but timing problems left a yucky aftertaste.

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What’s up with the Sol Vista G3?

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hey lee,

where can i find info on the G3 at sol vista? we rode there yesterday… and all i’ve gotta say is…

it’s the BEST time i’ve ever had on my DH bike.. for real. i don’t remember that many smiles in a while. the trails are super well built with so much flow. and the jumps are incredible… high speed, no buck action…. i’m still glowing.

P”

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