EVMA http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:55:44 +0000 10 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18074 We still have room for the Douthat camping trip. The cost is $10 per person or $15 per family. This includes 2 nights camping, lunch and dinner on Saturday and a pot luck on Friday night. Reserve your space now by e-mailing membership at evma dot org. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:55:44 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18074 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18056 Our out of town ride is 8/29 at James River Park. Meet at 9:30 at the Bark Park, 2622 Park Dr, Richmond, VA 23221. Sat, 28 Aug 2010 18:34:43 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18056 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18011


]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:06:23 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18011 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18001 Going to move a little dirt and fix a couple of our dirt features tomorrow. Come out and give a hand if you can. Meet in the parking lot about 9:00 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:02:50 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=18001 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17957
September Douthat Camping Trip
Sept. 10 - 12, 2010 - $10 per person, $15 per family. This includes 2 nights camping, lunch and dinner on Saturday and a pot luck on Friday night. There is still space available. Reserve your space now by e-mailing membership at evma dot org.

National Public Lands Day is September 25. Bring work gloves and meet at 9 am at York River State Park. We will be working on the Marl's Ravine trail. The trail work will be followed by a cookout.

Announcements:

The club has purchased car decals. All new and renewing members will receive one free sticker along with their membership card. Stickers will also be available for purchsed for $1 each.

The 18 Hour Scounts Honor endurance race is August 21 and 22 in Maidens, VA. Click here for more info:
http://www.18hoursscoutcamp.com/

August Group Rides:
Saturday Rides: 9 am at New Quarter Park
Sunday Rides: 9 am at Freedom Park (except August 29 Out of Town Trip to James River Park)
Out of Town Trip: August 29 James River Park (Richmond). Meet @ 9:30 am

September Group Rides:
Saturday Rides: 9 am at Wahrani/Upper County - meet at Wahrani
Sunday Rides: 9 am at York River State Park

Our September meeting will be on September 11 at Douthat State Park.

July New & Renewing Members:
Shaun Strippel
Cathy Forestell
Frank Corbett
Bill Dister
Bob & Terese Donovan
Jack & Vanessa Nordlund
Brennan Harris
Jim Engelhardt
Paul Micheletti
Zane Cummings
Larry & Shelby Putnam
Kevin Michalowski

If you joined during July and don't see your name here, please contact Penny at membership at evma dot org.]]> Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:32:55 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17957 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17937
C is another story. Lots of debris and branches down. I removed a couple of the smaller trees blocking the trail. There is the top half of an 80' loblolly pine blocking the trail (about 100 meters from a small drop into a ravine and maybe a mile from the trail head). It's huge....too much for my small saw so I didn't even try to move it. Needs a chain saw and a couple of people to clear it out. There's no ride-around for it.

Didn't ride the D or E trails so don't know what those are like.

John W.]]> Fri, 06 Aug 2010 20:41:46 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17937 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17933
August Group Rides:

Saturday Rides: 9 am at New Quarter Park

Sunday Rides: 9 am at Freedom Park (except August 29 Out of Town Trip to James River Park)

Out of Town Trip: August 29 James River Park (Richmond). Meet @ 9:30 am]]> Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:46:57 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17933 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17851 Sat, 24 Jul 2010 19:19:31 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17851 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17794
Events

Robert's Independence Day Death March Park to Park ride was held on July 4. A few hardy souls showed up and everyone had a great time.

September Douthat Camping Trip
Sept. 10 - 12, 2010 - $10 per person, $15 per family. This includes 2 nights camping, lunch and dinner on Saturday and a pot luck on Friday night. Reserve your space now by e-mailing membership@evma.org.

July Group Rides

Saturday Rides: 9 am at York River State Park (except on July 3, 9 AM at New Quarter Park)

Sunday Rides: 9 am at Freedom Park (except July 25 Out of Town Trip to Walnut Creek)

Out of Town Trip: July 25 Walnut Creek (Charlottesville Area). Meet @ 10 am.

August Group Rides

Saturday Rides: 9 am at New Quarter Park

Sunday Rides: 9 am at Freedom Park (except August 28 Out of Town Trip to James River Park)

Out of Town Trip: August 28 James River Park (Richmond). Meet @ 9:30 am

August Meeting: Our August meeting will be a cookout on August 7, 12 pm at New Quarter Park.

Trail Status
All trails are in good condition. Let Kirk know if you see a tree down on a trail.

Other Announcements
The EVMA has purchased magnetic decals which we will use for special events.

June New & Renewing Members:
Dar Laker
Dave & Kelly Peck
David Hoffman
Bernie Farmer
Ray Epstein
Steve McKnight
Ben & Ashley Boren

If you joined during June and don't see you name here, please e-mail membership at evma dot org.]]> Fri, 16 Jul 2010 02:03:36 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17794 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17729
Robert's Independence Day Death March is ON! Join us on Sunday, July 4, 8 am at Freedom Park for a park-to-park ride of Williamsburg area trails. The ride will be sagged.

July Group Rides:

Saturdays 9 am at York River State Park (except July 3, 9 am at New Quarter Park)

Sundays 9 am at Freedom Park (except July 4 - meet time is 8 am)]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:09:52 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17729 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17697
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/poc.shtml

http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/documents/pocahont.pdf]]> Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:52:20 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17697 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17650 Anybody up for a little trail work this saturday. Need to touch up or new step up. Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:01:53 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17650 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17644
I've also got some ideas for building a transfer from the top of the mod A-frame. Like I mentioned to Mar, a rider could have the option to 1) ride over the mod, or 2) bail off the top, onto the transition, and gain some speed and hit a sweet gap jump.

And I'm curious if anyone else has some ideas for something new and challenging.]]> Thu, 17 Jun 2010 02:49:19 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17644 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17605 thoughts?]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:08:00 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17605 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17588 This is probably old news, but there are 4-5 decent sized trees down on the trails at Gatewood as well.. Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:24:04 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17588 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17586 Just wanted to say that there are 2 big Maple trees down about 1/2 mile from the end of the trail.Same spot as where the last tree was removed.Must be some bad juju in that spot! Mon, 07 Jun 2010 22:20:05 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17586 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17574
Announcements:

Casey Auto Group and Konikoff Family Dentistry renewed their sponsorship. We appreciate their continued support.

The Douthat camping trip went very well. We had good turn-out and everyone had a great time. Our next camping trip at Douthat will be September 10 - 12.

On May 22 the EVMA hosted a booth at the York River State Park Outdoor Expo.

The Bike Festival on May 23 was a success. We had good turn-out despite the weather. Thanks to the Walizers and Robert Maye for organizing the event, Mike Benton for installing the temporary TTF's, and everyone who helped out. Also, thanks to Casey Kia for the Sorrento they allowed us to demo.

The EVMA was represented by a small contingent at the Virginia IMBA Mountain Bike Festival held Memorial Day weekend.

Upcoming Events:
June 27 - Out of Town trip to Pocahontas State Park. Meet at Heritage Center Parking Lot at 9 am

Tentatively scheduled for July 4 - Robert's Williamsburg Death March - Williamsburg Park to Park ride. This will be a sagged ride. Frim date and details to follow.

Trail News:
Team Ruckus has installed 2 new features on Loop C at Freedom Park, an elevated bridge and a small teeter.
James City County reports that a parking lot expansion and bathrooms are in the planning stages at Freedom Park and are expected to be completed by next Summer.

June Group Rides:

Saturdays 9 am at Wahrani, then Upper County Park (except June 5, 9 am at New Quarter Park)

Sundays 9 am at York River State Park (except June 27, 9 am at Pocahontas State Park)

July Group Rides:

Saturdays 9 am at York River State Park (except July 3, 9 am at New Quarter Park)

Sundays 9 am at Freedom Park

Club Meeting:

Our next club meeting will be a cookout at New Quarter Park, July 3 @ 12 pm. In case of inclement weather the meeting location will be Jimmy's Oven & Grill, 7201 Richmond Road, Williamsburg.

May New & Renewing Members:
Dean Venardos
Patrick & Sara Dale
Lance Scifres
Matt Webster
Chuck Rushby
Brandon Shirey
Stephen Zajac
Alan Thompson
David Powell
Paul Haynes
Tomasz Foster
Chris Hutter
Kenneth Blood
Catasus Family
Hannigan Family
Jack Ludwig
John Stokes

If you joined or renewed during May and don't see your name here, please e-mail Penny at membership at evma dot org.]]> Sun, 06 Jun 2010 19:46:22 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17574 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17555
The June group rides are:

Saturdays 9 am at Wahrani, then Upper County Park (except June 5, 9 am at New Quarter Park)

Sundays 9 am at York River State Park]]> Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:56:04 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17555 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17538
PS
XC keeps the beer gut down, so if you're interested in basic trails holla.]]> Mon, 31 May 2010 23:10:24 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17538 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17525 Fri, 28 May 2010 01:02:44 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17525 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17495 There is a tree down near the end of the long-loop section of the upper trail. Sat, 22 May 2010 12:18:48 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17495 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17490 There is a trail clean-up day scheduled at Indian River Park (Ipswich) May 22 @ 9 am. Meet at the Rokeby Ave trail head. Lunch will be provided to all volunteers. Fri, 21 May 2010 14:13:50 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17490 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17478
On Sunday, May 23, the EVMA will be hosting a Bike Day at New Quarter Park from 10 am - 2 pm. Join us for group rides, skills clinics, kids rides, and food. If the weather doesn't cooperate, a cancellation notice will be posted here and on the EVMA facebook page:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Eastern-Virginia-Mountainbike-Association/303759615691]]> Thu, 20 May 2010 01:20:37 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17478 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17463
Please click on the following link for more info on this event:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=120052544689454]]> Wed, 19 May 2010 01:21:09 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17463 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17424 We have had another cancellation so the Douthat camping trip has space available again. If you are interested, please e-mail me at membership at evma dot org. Sun, 09 May 2010 18:54:55 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17424 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17389 May 2010

May is BIKE MONTH!!

May Douthat Camping Trip
Friday - Sunday May 14 - 16 2010
$10 per person, $15 per family. This includes 2 nights camping and lunch and dinner on Saturday. We will have a pot luck on Friday night, so please bring a dish to share. If you haven't signed up yet, the trip is full but you can be added to the waiting list.

EVMA Bike Day
Sunday May 23 at New Quarter Park 10 am - 2 pm
Join us for scheduled group rides, skills clinics, food and fun. We need volunteers for ride leaders of all skill levels. Thanx to Robert, Claire & Becky for organizing the event.

2010 Virginia IMBA Festival
Saturday - Monday May 29-31 (Memorial Day Weekend), Stokesville, VA
Register at http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=10834

Group Rides

May
Saturday New Quarter Park @ 9am
Sunday Wahrani Nature Trail @ 9 am

June
Saturday 9 am @ Wahrani Nature Trail, then Upper County Park with a dip in the pool at Upper County afterwards
Sunday York River State Park @ 9am

June Club Meeting - cookout at New Quarter Park , 12 pm on June 5. Rain location is Jimmy's Oven & Grill.

April New & Renewing Members:
David Barker
Chris Reynolds
Christopher Roberts
Jim & Laurie Lostetter
Al Soter
Kevin Stricker
Janis Dixon
John & Joanne Goode]]> Tue, 04 May 2010 01:18:57 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17389 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17370 The next EVMA club meeting is a cookout at New Quarter Park this Saturday, 5/1, at 12 pm. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 02:15:26 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17370 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17357
Volunteers are still needed to help with two hour shifts. Please email Bob at warecreek at AOL dot com if you can help.]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:49:33 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17357 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17342 Smallish tree down 0.3 miles before end of loop B. Also the log pile in the first section of C loop is shifting around, so be careful crossing it. Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:59:19 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17342 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17324 We are planning on armoring the new step up and a bit of work on the gaps. Start about 9:00. Come out and give a hand if you can. Once again test pilots needed Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:20:29 +0000 http://cyclingcentralva.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=17324