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owen1388 · Joined: 02 Apr 2013 Posts: 13 Location: New Paltz

Hey all.

My names Owen. Recently moved to New Paltz for school from brooklyn. Originally from warwick. Bought a rockhopper for cheap up here because my road bike wasn't cutting it as my only mode of transportation. Im an active member of the Outing club on campus. I found this post from 2009 about a few miles of singletrack on campus. Recently went to check it out and it looks like it has been reclaimed by the woods. Myself and some other club members are interested in rebuilding or establishing a new trail system in the same area. I thought i should come to you guys first for suggestions, protocol, help etc... Thanks!!

jamesframes · Joined: 30 Sep 2006 Posts: 2655 Location: new paltz, NY

Welcome Owen!

That strecth of trail was orginally created for a race that never occured. Kudos for wanting to bring it back to life. I suggest getting in touch with folks at your school (Grounds Dept, Dean, Student Rec, etc) to gain permission.

You can also contact Gunter from Wildcat Events to find out who his contact person was for getting access.

jamie
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owen1388 · Joined: 02 Apr 2013 Posts: 13 Location: New Paltz

smctigue · Joined: 26 Mar 2013 Posts: 98 Location: Union Vale

Hi, my name is Sean. I am coming off of a 10 year hiatus from riding. I'm 48 years old, I'm slow and my back hurts. You'll most likely see me riding either a Dekerf or a Wojcik steel hardtail.

Thanks to all of the men and women who have contributed and continue to contribute to make 909 the amazing park it has become. The last time I rode neither Timbuk2 or Beaver existed. Like many of the trails in 909, both are a masterpiece in trail design.

Thanks again,

Sean

Jen:) · Joined: 30 Jun 2012 Posts: 82 Location: 12550

smctigue · Joined: 26 Mar 2013 Posts: 98 Location: Union Vale

Hi Jen, thanks for the welcome and the invite. I'm sure I'll see you out there at some point.

Sunie D · Posted: Sat Apr 13, 2013 12:34 am Post subject:

Hi smctigue, there is a small group of us going to 909 this coming Sunday, easyrider pace but will be including beaver and byk head in our ride. let me know if you are interest, will most likely will be posting up when all details are finalized.
Welcome back.. Smile

oconnell84 · Joined: 02 May 2013 Posts: 8 Location: Fishkill, NY

Hey everyone, My name is Mike. Just moved up to Fishkill from Philly. Been riding for many years. I'm hoping to find a group to show me the trails and make friends!

Does this org use Meetup for rides? The PIMBA chapter used Meetup and it actually worked very well. Just a thought.

Jen:) · Joined: 30 Jun 2012 Posts: 82 Location: 12550

bunkertrek · Joined: 23 May 2013 Posts: 6 Location: lagrangeville

Hi everyone!

My name is Lisa I moved to lagrangeville from NJ about a month ago. I bought my Trek about 2 years ago rode in for a month and it sat Sad

But now have lots of time to spend on my bike Smile

I am looking for a group to show me the trails weekends or weekdays and to meet some new people! I am excited to get out there!!!! Very Happy

Sunie D · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 9:06 pm Post subject:

Hi Lisa just saw your post on the new rider/ easy rider page.. (posted there for you too!!)
Welcome to our forum and our club! As I said on the other forum look forward to riding with you.. PM me, email me or post up. I usually ride at least 2 or 3 times a week on the MTB depending on the week/weekend. Very Happy

bunkertrek · Joined: 23 May 2013 Posts: 6 Location: lagrangeville

Sunie great I will, I am excited to me you ! If you don't hear for me just email me I have lots of spare time Smile

Jen:) · Joined: 30 Jun 2012 Posts: 82 Location: 12550

nyhennessey · Joined: 14 Aug 2010 Posts: 33

etfhack · Joined: 27 May 2013 Posts: 2 Location: pine plains

hello all. paul here. 48, old, slow and recently back in the dirt, so I can chase my kids. weekender in pine plains, weekdays in nyc. not the slowest, and still willing to bleed a bit.

Sunie D · Posted: Tue May 28, 2013 5:40 pm Post subject:

Welcome Paul, check out the group ride section there usually something going on.

The Ez rider group is fun and has pretty wide range of riders, most have been riding for a bit we do more technical trails then the new rider rides and tend to go a little faster and longer distances. Those rides generally happen on the weekends... Keep an eye out and you are welcome to join in on one,
We usually do a lot of Stewart, 909 and Jockey Hill.
Dawn

nd54 · Joined: 15 May 2013 Posts: 44 Location: fishkill, ny

Hi, my name is Nick. Moved from the croton on hudson area to fishkill. Just started to check out the riding in the mid hudson valley. Got spoiled as I used to be able to ride from my house to Blue Mtn. I have been riding stewart but looking to check out other places. Just sold my 26" xc bike and am looking for a nice used full suspension 29er. Once I find a new ride I will be looking to check out some new places.

Jen:) · Joined: 30 Jun 2012 Posts: 82 Location: 12550

Jen:) · Joined: 30 Jun 2012 Posts: 82 Location: 12550

nd54 · Joined: 15 May 2013 Posts: 44 Location: fishkill, ny

Thanks for the welcome Jen:). Looking forward to checking out 909 and Tymor Park as they seem pretty close to where I live. Still trying to find a new ride. I have checked the for sale section on the forum as well as a few of the bike shops but they don't have anything used. I am on a bit of a budget but I will find something soon. Any other suggestions for new places to check out. When I am ready it would be nice to go the first time to these places with someone who already knows the trails.