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Chileno Valley Hopper: Heads Up!
Don’t cross the Ride Marshall! And don’t cross the yellow line…ever! So here’s a rundown on this Saturday’s ride. First of all, both veteran and newbie Hopperites need to read the Rules of Engagement and History of the Hoppers so … Continue reading
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Chileno Valley Loop
So here ya’ go. Been holding out long enough. 80 miles and +/- 7,500 vertical. Same loop as in the past but straight out Coleman Valley to start. Feed atop Wilson Hill at the half way point. Neutral feed by … Continue reading
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Chileno Valley Hopper
Another killer painting by Charles Beck. The bridge we’ll cross traveling from Valley Ford to Tomales. Next Hopper is the quintessential Northern Marin/Southern Sonoma County Loop. With nearly 8 K of climbing in 80 miles the views, this is one … Continue reading
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Old Caz Wrap Up
That was a whirlwind of a weekend. I knew Old Caz would have a bigger draw than last year but…34o…over the top! Was thrilling to see folks and hear stories for two hours as riders came ripping, and some limping, … Continue reading
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You Are The New Student…Fear Is The Only Darkness…
ALL RIDERS READ”RULES OF ENGAGEMENT” Time to reflect. Classic Kung Fu and Strava route to prepare for the Adventures ahead! Happy New Year. Ride Starts 10:00 AM Occidental Community Center 3920 Bohemian Hwy Occidental Ca 95465 Old Caz Loop! Remember…3 … Continue reading
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In Search of Epic
What do you do when you’re looking for something new? Ride a familiar loop in reverse? Throw in a dirt connector? Add another park in your mountain bike ride to make it 5 rather than 4 hours? Even though many of us ride the Hoppers as fast as we can it’s really the challenge of pushing our limits on familiar and unfamiliar courses. Continue reading
Hear them Hoppers?
Here’s Chapulincito and abuelito Chapulin riding some single track this summer. Summer sky’s and I hear the Hoppers chirpin’. Heading out this weekend to explore a new Hopper route. Dates and details soon to come. I know, it’s barely cross … Continue reading
SKAGGS
Next Saturday is the season finale of the Grasshopper Adventure Series. We’ve brought you the most epic series in our 14 years and will finish with a doozie. Like all Hoppers it will be long and hard … Continue reading
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Race..Uh, I Mean Ride Summary
I woke at dawn on Saturday with the truck already packed and ready to roll. Was a pleasure arriving early at NorCal to see Greg, Frank and Jenae setting up for the day. Riders took advantage of the hometown … Continue reading
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Ida Clayton…Last Details
Two days away…can hardly believe it. The season has been flying by and we’re onto Hopper number 5! Remember this ride begins at NorCal in Santa Rosa. You need to sign in and get your ride card and then head … Continue reading
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