December 26, 2009 11:00 AM - 16 attended

Fantasy Island North Singletrack

It's time to venture back out of Phoenix for a new adventure to Fantasy Island North. I'll post more details as I have them.

COMMENTS FROM RIDERS WHO HAVE BEEN THERE:
"These trails are loads of fun. I rode for 13 miles, cruising through nearly the entire system. The north/east loops are fast, with moderate climbs and lots of twisting and turning. They are all fairly short and you can ride them up and down all you want. I especially liked Harv’s Howl, Hurt’s Donut, and Boneyard.

For me the best of FINS though is Grunt trail and the new section that traverses the length of the mountain up to Jim’s Ascent. Definitely the most technical riding on the Island with some decent exposure and climbing to satisfy the uphiller in me.

Bottom line: FINS is an XC riders’ paradise. If your tastes are more geared for National, Mormon, Geronimo, Holbert, Corona Loma, you won’t find much challenge on FINS but you surely could have fun. If you’re a weekend warrior and frequent Hawes, Usery, Casa Grande Mountain, or the race loops at McDowell, FINS is for you. "

Length: 7+ miles - We will ride 12+ miles
Difficulty: Some climbing, some technical areas
Terrain: Some sand and hardpacked.

TO READ MORE:
http://trails.mtbr.co...
http://mtbikeaz.com/t...

DIRECTIONS: Go south from I-10 on Estrella Parkway 10.18 miles, turn R on Weststar for 1/2 mile, park at School and ride to trailhead 1/2 mi +. L turn at left turn lane is start of trailhead.

  • A former member

    Hi everyone I am really sorry but I have to back out of the ride. I am moving and This weekend is going to be tough and time is important. The ride is great all will like it.I have had the best time by turning right at the main junction and riding counter clock wise. After you drop down the other side make a left in the wash and climb up the only step trail and ride the ridge to the end and deside what trail you wont to do there. You can see the all.

    Posted December 23, 2009 at 11:55 AM
  • Carole
    Carole

    Thanks Mike - have a Merry Christmas and I'm sure you rather be riding and not moving!

    Posted December 23, 2009 at 6:46 PM
  • A former member

    Okay, I have programed the location into my GPS and am ready!

    Posted December 24, 2009 at 8:22 PM
  • A former member

    are we meeting at the trailhead or Westar Elementary School? parking lot?

    Posted December 25, 2009 at 11:08 AM
  • Carole
    Carole

    We'll meet at the school - Pat is this what you show? Everyone take down my phone # 480-760-5945. See you tomorrow.

    Posted December 25, 2009 at 6:34 PM
  • A former member

    17777 West Westar, Goodyear, Az Saved! Hope to be early!

    Posted December 25, 2009 at 11:06 PM
  • A former member

    Great ride! Had a blast!

    Posted December 26, 2009 at 7:37 PM
  • A former member

    just in case you miss my video link here it is again.

    http://vimeo.com/8413939

    Posted December 27, 2009 at 7:07 PM
  • Carole
    Carole

    Nice video Garvin! Thanks for doing it!

    Posted December 27, 2009 at 8:15 PM
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16 attended
5.00 5.009 (9 ratings)
  • Event Host
    Carole
    Organizer
    +1 guest
    Another fun new adventure and we will be back!
  • LaFong
    +1 guest
    FINS is fantastic!!!
  • Ray
    This trail system is just plain fun. There is an assortment of uphill, downhill, rocks, dips, and some technical stuff too. Not to hard. Not to easy. Just right to a great day out on the trail.
  • Rodney
    Great Trail! I enjoyed the initial warm-up loop very much. Then the pucker factor along the Ridgeline Trail was fun and exciting! Great group of friends & riders!!
  • Darrel
    +1 guest
    Great ride, with a bit of gnar to make it interesting! This was a great group of riders, everyone had a great time, I know my Bro-inlaw Norm enjoyed it. Will definately be back for more. Here's some of my stuff that I recorded... http://vime...
  • Maurice G
    Assistant Organizer
    this was a great trail system. will definitely ride here again.
  • Ron
    Assistant Organizer
  • A former member
  • A former member
  • A former member
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