Marshal Canyon Ride

Details!
Lets go ride Marshall Canyon! This is a 10 mile ride through the foothills above LaVerne. The mostly shaded trail has you climbing 1300 ft in 4.5 miles followed by a fast, flow-y descent for 5.5 miles all the way back down. Most of the trail is hardpan singletrack. This trail is rated as INTERMEDIATE. This means you have good control of your bike, basic off road skills like cornering, riding downhill and uphill for long stretches, the ability to keep your balance at moderately higher speeds, riding over rocks and through soft sand, etc.
Meeting Time, Place, and How to Find Us

• 8am at the trailhead. The ride itself will start at 8:20am.
• The trailhead is located in the parking lot of Oak Mesa Park in LaVerne.
• Parking is free.
• I will have a large American flag hanging from my camelback. I'll stick out.

What to bring:

• Your bike
• A helmet (you cannot ride with us without a helmet)
• Water
• Snacks
• Basic tools like a small pump, tire levers, and a tube for your bike
• Sunscreen

Notes on your bike:
Whatever type of bike you are riding, please make sure it is in good working order beforehand. That means tires full, brakes working, handlebars tight, chain good, and crankset ready to go. If you think you will need help or are not sure, contact the organizer before the ride.
Notes on carpooling:
Some people have a bike and no car. It happens! If you need a carpool, feel free to post it on this event's chat.
Event fees:
This event is completely FREE.
Essential Safety:

• This is a NO DROP RIDE. We stick together. The person in front of the train has to be willing to stop for the rest of the group.
• Only ride within your ability. If you aren't sure about something, stop and think about it. We do not have to hit every trail out here in the time allotted.
• Watch out for hikers!
• If you see somebody struggling, call it out and help them out.
• Note: This ride is NOT suitable for people with cardiovascular, pulmonary, or back issues. If you have a health issue that could be aggravated by long periods of riding up a hill, do not join this ride. Rescue in some parts of this trail can be very difficult.

DISCLAIMER

1. You are taking part in this activity on your own personal responsibility and release the organizers of any liability.
2. You authorize the organizers to take photos and videos to be used on social media.
3. Sometimes, due to reasons beyond the organizer's control, slight modifications to the program may occur.

The trail network:
https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/5025822/marshall-canyon
After the ride:
We will find a local spot to get some food and hang out.