Crest to Canyon Night Ride Edition! Tuesday 07/01 -SHUTTLE

## Crest Mountain Bike Adventure: Night Ride Edition!

Crest is in full swing and getting dusty already! Let's hit it.

We'll be taking a private shuttle up to Guardsman Pass. From there, we'll rally down Scotty's Bypass, climb Puke Hill, and then hit the regular Crest trail. Get ready for a high-speed ridge connector before descending into Mid Mountain, then Red Coat, and finally the challenging Insurgent as we find our way into Canyons Resort and back to the cars.
Insurgent is a true black diamond – very steep, loose, and rocky with big tree roots to navigate. It's not an easy trail, and riding it in the dark will make it extra spicy... but if you're like me, you'll love the challenge! For those who prefer a less technical finish, there's an easier route on Ricochet. We'll regroup by the resort ticketing booths, then head down through the metal staircases (urban DH... lol!) to finally arrive back at the cars.
This ride is suited for advanced intermediate riders with very solid bike handling skills and above. You should be comfortable with technical terrain.
Expect about 1000' of climbing over approximately 14 miles and 2+ hours of riding time. Please bring enough water and snacks to support yourself. It's crucial to be self-sufficient (tools, spare tube, etc.). The descents on this trail will be fast over often rocky and loose terrain, so protection pads are highly recommended.

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Shuttle Details & Payment:
No need to call and book the shuttle yourself; I'll reserve a private one. Just send me $25 via Venmo/Zelle to pay for your seat.

• VENMO: 801-300-7294
• ZELLE: guz_us@yahoo.com
• CASH: You can pay the day of the event, but please let me know beforehand if you plan to do so.

Pickup Location & Time:

• Matt Knoop Memorial Park
• Time: 7:00 PM SHARP! You need to be there 20 minutes before (by 6:40 PM) and ready with all your gear. The shuttle driver won't wait.

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What You'll Need for This Ride:

• Good attitude!
• Night riding lights (MANDATORY - yes, we will finish in the dark!)
• Bike and helmet (ensure your tires and bike are in good condition)
• Gloves and a light jacket (in case the weather changes)
• Water and snacks
• Spare tube, mini pump, multitool for trailside repairs.

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Any questions? Post to the comments section of this event or email me through the group. Hope to see you there!
P.S. I drive a red Honda Ridgeline and ride a Dark Ibis Ripmo.