Shone Rowley
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Introduction
My wife and I bought new bikes a few years ago and decided to make Mt biking a large part of our lives. The wife works weekend/overnight shifts so I thought this was the perfect reason to start this group.
How often and where do you like to ride?
I would like to ride a couple times a week, weather permitting. Dryer is the normal spot but Tryon is good to. OCP is fun because its bigger but Ellicottville is my favorite thus far.
What is your current weapon(s) of choice? 26", 29er, hard tail, fully, carbon, etc...
Pounding a GT Sensor 29er fully, hunter green and gold.
How would you rate your technical riding ability 1-5? ..................... 1 "Smooth and easy" .......... 3 "Rocks, roots, logs & drops are ok with me" .......... 5 "I'm a downhill machine, rocky, rooty drops at high speeds!"
I would say a 3-4 as I'm willing to try the hard stuff, my descents could be faster though the corners and I need to work on my balance skills. I will ride any trail at Dryer. Sketchy stuff is cool but I'm getting a bit more cautious at my old age.
How would you rate your climbing ability 1-5? ............................... 1 "I climb because I have to, not because I want to" .......... 3 "Climbing doesn't really bother me" ............... 5 "Lance, I climb it because its there and I like it!"
Short power climbs 4, but long endurance "grinders" a 2. Climbs and I don't get along very well as my lungs don't like them. I can climb Moon Valley & Elevator without stopping but normally need a break at the top.
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Additional Information
"GROC Community MTB Outreach Committee ~ Coordinator "
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is it possible to catch a ride with you on Monday?
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I thought abour the FTF this weekend, but Saturday is the only day Swain is open in July. My wife and I will be camping down at Stony Brook for the weekend and I will head to Swain because it is so close to the Park. Thanks for the heads up though.
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Hey Shone,
I was wondering what i would have to do to get one of those pictures from the Photo Opt day for a small picture in my senior yearbook. -
Howdy, what was the name of the lights you are using. I'm going to get some this weekend, tired of riding in the dark.
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That ride was really fun and challenging the other day in Ellicottville. I had a great time and my legs are still feeling it.
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welcome Shone!
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Welcome to the group Shone! We will be at Bristol on Saturday. I hope we get to ride with you and your wife soon!
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hey i plan to join you on a ride or two this year, just picked up a 3rd bike, Jamis Parker this is a sweet dual suspension downhill machine!
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Shone thanks, check out your ad well on GROC let me know if you want to edit or change
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Hi Shone,
I hope you're doing better. From one injured to another I definitely empathize!
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