Vietnam Trail Care Day , June 11

[splat]

The second Vietnam trail care day is scheduled for Saturday, June 11th. The day will be spent building a new trail on the NEMBA parcel. NEMBA has been working over the last 2 months on the creation of this trail.

We have been working closely with the trail designer of Rayburn trails and local freeriders to create a flowing trail that uses the unique geographic features of the area while maintaining the "Nam" character. The trail includes a number of rock gardens, chutes and natural drops. The new trail starts near the top of the cell tower access trail.

We need folks to rake, benchcut, cut back trees, etc., and we'll be doing a lot of rock work. We also need folks to shuttle people from the parking area to the work area and to make a food run. We have the southeastern MA NEMBA tool trailer coming, so we'll have plenty of tools.

Work is expected to go from 9:30am until 3:00pm (but you don't have to stay all day), or sooner if we wrap up early. Meet at the Plains Park parking lot in Milford. Plains Park is less than a mile south of route 495 on route 85. A shuttle will run from 9:30am to 10:00am from Plains Park to the work area.

It is recommended to wear work clothes, gloves, eye protection, and boots. Lunch will be provided.
Click here for a map. PM Splat ( ME ) for more details.

Directions

* Rt. 495 to exit #20 (Rt 85/Milford)
* If coming from Rt 495 South, go right at end of ramp onto Rt 85 South. If coming from Rt 495 North, go left at end of ramp onto Rt 85 South.
* Take Rt 85 south approximately 1 mile
* Park at Plains Park municipal parking lot with ball fields.
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[huff'npuff]

I'd be happy to help with the shuttling. We all do what we can. ::)

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PM'd you H&P

Here are a couple of Pictures to give you an Idea of what we are working on.

This is about a 4 foot launch.

http://home.comcast.net/~jgoeller/misc/IMG_5939.jpg

And a Couple of People ( Dane and Co ) envision this with the bottom picce of rock as a Kicker ! that is about 6 -7 feet high.

http://home.comcast.net/~jgoeller/misc/IMG_5940.jpg

one of about 5 rock gardens that need a little bit of Smothing/ armouring

http://home.comcast.net/~jgoeller/misc/IMG_5942.jpg

This is a bout 6 feet high with a downward slopping landing , the silver turtle has already hit and and says its Butter Smooth!

http://home.comcast.net/~jgoeller/misc/IMG_5943.jpg

so that is just some of waht we are trying to build!

[LauraSMilford]

I have time available in the AM. What time are
things getting started?

Should we meet at Plain's Park?

[huff'npuff]

Fine splat,
I'll be practicing to do those .........NOT!
Looks like you guys will have fun! See ya Saturday.
Huff & Puff

[Quo Fan]

Great! The only day that I can't do trail maintenance. I'm already committed to other things that day.

[huff'npuff]

The second Vietnam trail care day is scheduled for Saturday, June 11th. The day will be spent building a new trail on the NEMBA parcel. NEMBA has been working over the last 2 months on the creation of this trail.

We have been working closely with the trail designer of Rayburn trails and local freeriders to create a flowing trail that uses the unique geographic features of the area while maintaining the "Nam" character. The trail includes a number of rock gardens, chutes and natural drops. The new trail starts near the top of the cell tower access trail.

We need folks to rake, benchcut, cut back trees, etc., and we'll be doing a lot of rock work. We also need folks to shuttle people from the parking area to the work area and to make a food run. We have the southeastern MA NEMBA tool trailer coming, so we'll have plenty of tools.

Work is expected to go from 9:30am until 3:00pm (but you don't have to stay all day), or sooner if we wrap up early. Meet at the Plains Park parking lot in Milford. Plains Park is less than a mile south of route 495 on route 85. A shuttle will run from 9:30am to 10:00am from Plains Park to the work area.

It is recommended to wear work clothes, gloves, eye protection, and boots. Lunch will be provided.
Click here for a map. PM Splat ( ME ) for more details.

Directions

* Rt. 495 to exit #20 (Rt 85/Milford)
* If coming from Rt 495 South, go right at end of ramp onto Rt 85 South. If coming from Rt 495 North, go left at end of ramp onto Rt 85 South.
* Take Rt 85 south approximately 1 mile
* Park at Plains Park municipal parking lot with ball fields.
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I'm not trying to be a wiseguy,but aren't these directions just the opposite ? Shouldn't it be :

If coming from the SOUTH go LEFT at the end of the ramp..and if coming from the NORTH go RIGHT ?
I took a ride up there today. Maybe you meant if TRAVELING south,and if TRAVELING north... ??

[Zohyil]

where is plains park? is that the little office park in which cars should not be left?

[huff'npuff]

where is plains park? is that the little office park in which cars should not be left?


No.... Head in the opposite direction,toward Milford center. It'll be on your right hand side about a mile beyond 495. there are some ball fields there.

[gnurider1080]

if we get enough people, could we construct some trannies to make those drops nice and smooth. and that way i wont die if i try them and nosedive like i have before. i think you remember this pic splat. http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs4614.jpg

[Geoff G.]

yeah, it would be sweet to actually make drops with trannies, and flow, not many places around here have that.
I think I will bring my shovel. It's just the right size, and works really good. I dislike full legnth shovels.

[BrianK]

I'll be there. I don't have much for tools but it sounds like we will have plenty.

[slapheadmofo]

yeah, it would be sweet to actually make drops with trannies, and flow, not many places around here have that.
I think I will bring my shovel. It's just the right size, and works really good. I dislike full legnth shovels.


5 gallon plastic buckets are really handy for moving dirt around in the woods when building trannys - I've got one I can bring along; if someone else has any, please gring a couple along. It's a whole lot easier to carry two at a time than to just have one pulling you all off balance.

[C.P.]

The SEMASS NEMBA tool trailer will be there (largest tool trailer in nemba's fleet thanks to Paul Peaslee)
It has at least one if not two wheelbarrows on board, and I'm sure a few 5 gal pails.
I know that we'll also have access to a Block & Tackle for moving large rock, and plenty of rock bars on hand too. Cant wait to set these tranny's up...giddy'up!!

[slapheadmofo]

Some pics of a little bit of the trailwork that got done today at Nam. I think the turnout was around 50 people who busted ass in the heat to work on a great new trail.

Good times, good folks.

http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5649.jpg


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[slapheadmofo]

A little video clip of Dane testriding the new section in the pics.
(You have to sign up to, but it's quick and free and they don't spam you).

http://www.eengoedidee.nl/videoz/mountainbike/212_1300.avi

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[C.P.]

Who has ridden the new trail? I rode it start to finish Sunday. Hit a few of the step up/down drops. Thumbs up! There are a few places the trail "flow" will need adjustments...only here/there - all of which will come with time & use - & it obviously will.
Since I haven't been a part of this design of it, can anyone confirm this - it seems like it's an intentional counterclockwise loop - and it definitly flows better this way. 'Made the mistake of goin' round backwards the first time, and when I got to the step up drops (among other things) it became clear.
Also, although I'm not hitting the gapped dirt jump anytime soon (the 1st one Dane hits in the video) looking down that chute, it is obvious that one of the leaders of a three leader tree NEEDS to be cut down at the base.
I'm glad I ws able to help out Saturday. I'll be back to help as much as I can.

edit - Oh yeah, now the real fun begins...somewhere along the line as all 'nam things have in the past, the new drops & sections will gain names...any idea how that will become "formalized" if at all?

CP

[dirtrider2]

I think that it flows best CCW as well, though we did take many steps to make it rideable in both directions. Keep in mind that only around 50% or less of the trail was actually finished. It is all rideable now, but we've got a lot of benching to do as well as neatening up some of the stunts. There's a crew that will be heading out every Tuesday evening around 6 to help finish it up. We can always use some extra hands.


BTW, what tree is everyone talking about? Guess I'll know when I hit it, eh?

[C.P.]

Hey Dave - this should give an idea of the tree I saw as being a problem.
It's the line on the left highlighting the slanted tree, it's a smaller leader, so it shouldn't be a big deal.

[Quo Fan]

Nice stick figure. Those art lessons paid off big time, didn't they? ;D

[steve_b]

The sweetness continues...............

Armoring the trail. If you look in the background you see a nice launch. It has a nice downhill transition on the backside.

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Here's the backside of the same place.

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This is the next section of the new trail.

[steve_b]

Between the trees, baby. ;D :o

[steve_b]

Followed by another small drop, and a rock roller. That's all for tonight. More to come as the progress continues. Big props to everyone from saturday and on the other days doing the building and busting a$$ moving rocks. :P

[slapheadmofo]

;D Oh man that section looks like a good time! I think we're gonna try to head out there next Wed nite and try it out.
Thanks for sharing the pics...

[Vos]

CP, Dane claims that tree is no problem. Since I don't have the skillz yet to clear that gap and I have yet to see anyone launch it as far as Dane, I'll take his word for it.

[C.P.]

CP, Dane claims that tree is no problem. Since I don't have the skillz yet to clear that gap and I have yet to see anyone launch it as far as Dane, I'll take his word for it.

You know, that is a good point. Skill. Thanks, didn't think of that...

[steve_b]

Nice job on the new bench cut section. This trail keeps getting better and better. Fun stuff there.

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[slapheadmofo]

Hey that's funny - I took that identical picture today! ;D
Here's a few more - some of the new trail with a few other ones thrown in.

(Pardon the blurry ones)

Drops
http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5679.jpg

http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5680.jpg

http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5681.jpg

Rolls
http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5682.jpg

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We agree - that tree on the left needs to go. The Stork swears he rubbed up against it.
http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5684.jpg

http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5685.jpg

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Between the tree jump - it rides so much cleaner than tyou'd think it would; matter of fact the whole jump line is getting really sweet. Thanks to the Daves and others out there today working on it. Cool piece of trail.
http://www.bustedspoke.com/Photos/bs5687.jpg

[steve_b]

Nice pics. The trail keeps getting better and better. Especially the jump line at the end. 8)

[steve_b]

Nice work tonight guys, the line over the rock is smoother..............

[steve_b]

Dave was a madman tonight with the benching.

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The go-around for "Between the Trees" now goes low and takes you through the trees. More to come next week. 8)

[slapheadmofo]

NICE!

[dirtrider2]

Thanks again to everyone who came out (Jacob, thanks for taking time out of your second to last nam ride!) I hope to see you all again next Tuesday night when we build the berm and finish the jump line. Hopefully the blisters on my hands will be gone by then! As always, 6 PM at the top of the cell tower hill.

Dave