'12 March 16-17 - Bogley Motofest - St. George/Mesquite/Vegas

[accadacca]

March 16-17. Leave on Thursday night, ride Friday and Saturday. Maybe a day in Mesquite or Nelson Hills, Vegas or somewhere else...Green Valley area in St. George?

Giddy up! Who's in? :ride:

[Mtnseeker1]

In

[double moo]

23rd through 25th is the Mint 400... can we make a weekend of it? Ride Friday in Mesquite - run to Vegas Fri Night to see the Tech Inspection on Freemont Street. Ride Sat morning - go watch some truck racing...

http://themint400.com

Trophy Truck spectacular!

[Garbanzo]

I'm not going. My wife is a bitch and I hate dirt bikes.

[Garbanzo]

I hope you weren't eating soup!!

[fourtycal]

I'm not going. My wife is a bitch and I hate dirt bikes.

:haha:

I too plan to be in Vegas at the Mint 400. I will have to see about coming down a day early.

[nelsonccc]

Sounds like a Vegas trip? We could ride out at Nelson Friday, then ride out at apex Saturday morning and actually ride along the track to various points if we want to match our viewing pleasures. I hear it's pretty fun to sit at the northern end at the tunnel and watch from there.

I've ridden the northern part of the mint 400 loop (lots and I mean lots of whoops) and its pretty much all accessible.

Lots of places to ride down here! We could easily spend a couple of days riding just the Nelson area.

[accadacca]

I'm not available the weekend of the 24th...

[Mtnseeker1]

I'm trying to get the scoop on a single track in the La Verkin area that from what little I've heard is said to be fantastic.
I thought I see someone on here do it before with some video but after looking around it must have been another source that I can't seem to find again.
I sent nelsonccc a pm in high hopes. He seems to know all these kind of trails around here.
I don't think it is very long but just real good from what little I hear.

[Garbanzo]

Nelson hills is great. I really want to ride Mesquite on one of the days. I was planning on the week of the 17th. For what it's worth.

[Mtnseeker1]

I'd like to try nelson hills sometime before it hits 100+:lol8:

[RedSpecialized]

10th and 11th work best for me. But then maybe you wouldn't want to wait for the rookie anyways.

[accadacca]

Mark's wife's b-day is on the 10th and my wife has a scrapbook expo on the 23-24. You wont hear any complaining from me with a new Berg on the way...Mark too.

We will be riding March 16th and 17th. Traveling down on the 15th. Maybe a day in Mesquite and possibly Nelson Hills?

Nelson Hills would be best on Friday to cut our drive on Saturday night...

[Mtnseeker1]

Yup still in.:lol8:
Looking forward to riding with my riding buddies and their new shiny toys.
Hope RedSpecialized can make this trip also. And I'm not buying into this rookie shit either:lol8:

[RedSpecialized]

Bummer...... Looks like i'll have to go riding with the bogley crew another day. I'm out of town the 16 & 17. Would have been fun. I guess i'll have to hook up with you next ride.....take some good vid/pics and make sure to post it.

[nelsonccc]

I'm trying to get the scoop on a single track in the La Verkin area that from what little I've heard is said to be fantastic.
I thought I see someone on here do it before with some video but after looking around it must have been another source that I can't seem to find again.
I sent nelsonccc a pm in high hopes. He seems to know all these kind of trails around here.
I don't think it is very long but just real good from what little I hear.

Yes. You go through la verkin towards Toquerville. Then take a dirt road her 37

[nelsonccc]

I'm in for sure! How realistic is it that you guys will want to ride Nelson on Friday? I'm game for whatever.

[Garbanzo]

I'd say very realistic. We would probably stay in St George and come down early on Friday, then ride Mesquite on Saturday. Either way, if you can do a long ride on Friday, I say let's do it. What about Jarrod? Can he make it? Gotta have the Green!

[Mtnseeker1]

That's right, I mean what is Batman without Robin? :lol8: J/K

Besides it'll give you southern boys a chance to check out the new rides and new to some rides.
And as usual you get to show off your trails.
Hopping the rabbit can make this one as well. :)

[nelsonccc]

Jarrod is a maybe for the 16th. His baby is due on the 23rd so he's a little iffy. I'm pretty sure hell make the 16th but probably skip out on the 17. I however will do both an I'm already route planning a super hard route thru Nelson that will make mark cry.

[Garbanzo]

Jarrod is a maybe for the 16th. His baby is due on the 23rd so he's a little iffy. I'm pretty sure hell make the 16th but probably skip out on the 17. I however will do both an I'm already route planning a super hard route thru Nelson that will make mark cry.

Good luck with that! The only thing that makes me cry is riding slow Ha!! Looking forward to it.

[Mtnseeker1]

YEHAW oh no that could be this Mark.:lol8:
Bring it and we will learn.:2thumbs:

On a small side note: I was planing on heading out in the morn to check out the Rhino Rally at Warner Valley then found out that the works race is in Mesquite so works it is baby.
I'll do my very best with this POS point and shoot.:)
Besides the views will be rounder if you know what I mean.
Glad to hear that the boys down under are in on this one if only 1 day for the rabbit.

[Mtnseeker1]

So this new route nelson, Is it with technical climbs and such?
I was thinking of putting my stock unweighted flywheel on the YZ but maybe I should hold off.:ne_nau:
Maybe I'll just do it and take it out to see just how hard she hits anyway. I can always go back.
You know me either way it's going to be a challenge but I was just thinking of the sand washes and getting up to some speed to stay up on top.
Any thoughts?

[nelsonccc]

So this new route nelson, Is it with technical climbs and such?
I was thinking of putting my stock unweighted flywheel on the YZ but maybe I should hold off.:ne_nau:
Maybe I'll just do it and take it out to see just how hard she hits anyway. I can always go back.
You know me either way it's going to be a challenge but I was just thinking of the sand washes and getting up to some speed to stay up on top.
Any thoughts?

It's hard for me to truly be subjective regarding Nelson, cause Jarrod and I ride at least twice a month. I'm used to the hills and such. Perhaps Garbonzo can elaborate has he's been there and it was new for him. It would essentially be the same loop but with a few more technical spots thrown in on the back half of the loop. Typically the hills are steep, loose, and rutted out. Most of this area is true desert singletrack.

This is the TR from Mark and I when we did it last. http://www.bogley.com/forum/showthread.php?54357-Bogley-Nelson-Hills-5-2-11 Likely will be the same loop +/- a few detours of harder stuff on the back side.

[Mtnseeker1]

OK - great that's the kind of info that will keep me from making the change and staying with the set up I am using now.
This bike does seem a little slow in the open stuff but I need all the help I can muster for the fun stuff.:2thumbs:

And thank you for the tip nelsonccc.

Oh ya, Are these loops a pack a lunch for the trail or is it more like lunch in the parking lot and get ready for round 2?
Miles and gas?
20 mile loops?
OR?

[Mtnseeker1]

Here's to hoping the weather just dumps 2 and :ride::ride::ride:3 days prior to the ride.:2thumbs::2thumbs::2thumbs:
Dust sucks and traction bucks.

You all best be praying to the traction gods.
You know RAIN<SLEET"HAIL and even SNOW.:) But mostly the god of no dust.!!!.

It will be fun no matta.

[Mtnseeker1]

Dang 17 days and counting and we have what ? the same ol 5-7 peeps.?
Cool lets ride.:lol8:

It is best that we tear up the southern thing soon.
Plenty of time before the snows melt for the Northern rides (SINGLE TRACKS DOODS) single tracks.

[Mtnseeker1]

Now for just a little funny.
OK ready ????
I have met more Marks this last year than I have met Marks in my intire life.
Signed Mark the Mtnseeker1.:lol8::lol8::lol8::lol8:

[Mtnseeker1]

Now days you meet the most down to Earth peeps on the roost if your close enough.

But please be careful to not cut them while roosting them hard core.:fitz:

[Mtnseeker1]

Is Jarod having a Boy or Girl?

[nelsonccc]

I think Mtn Seeker is trying to drive up his post count. Either that or he has typing turrets. He's a prime example of what too many drugs at a young age will do to you as you get old!:lol8:

[REDFOX]

I think Mtn Seeker is trying to drive up his post count. Either that or he has typing turrets. He's a prime example of what too many drugs at a young age will do to you as you get old!:lol8:

:roflol: As long as it is about motorcycles, I will keep reading them. :2thumbs:

[Garbanzo]

I think Mtn Seeker is trying to drive up his post count. Either that or he has typing turrets. He's a prime example of what too many drugs at a young age will do to you as you get old!:lol8:

I agree with RedFox .................... what were we just talking about?:hippy:

[Mtnseeker1]

Jeeze guys so I've been around a wee bit.
See the pattern here?
My MTB may not go down the trail fast but it can pack some serious shit.
Tem there saddle bags are about 3' by 2' by lets pack the friggin piano man.

I know I know. Them crazy ass Dead Heads.

[Mtnseeker1]

Now in all Honesty the only thing I can say I am having trouble with is the fact that I'm out of work right now and those that think they never will be in the same shoes Im in now!

However I have lived of this bike for three months.
Now if I can just figure out how to do this with my dirt bike and keep it fueled and maintained.



Best of luck to you brothers and sisters.
I'm pulling for ya.

[Mtnseeker1]

So is it Nelson,NV? That we are meeting at and what time NV of course?
Or do we drive in west from there to meet at the mine area?
And this is on the FRI-16th?


And SAT. the ride is meq.?

Went for a little walk about today and the ribbs are pretty dicy at best from my last ride with Moab Mark and the boys. Had a small off that is still haunting me some.
But we have 2 weeks still and well, IM IN.
TYPING TORRETTS and all.

[Mtnseeker1]

YEEEE friggin HAWWWW
I can just see it now.
It will be like 5 hrs trying to get to the top of the big sand climb.
Then someones going to need some more petro.:lol8::lol8::lol8:
Friday will rock but sat. is going to be a war on bikes so please nobody be the looper.
king as we already have one:lol8::lol8::lol8:

Looking forward to the hell on wheels bro.:crazy:
:roflol::bandit::facepalm1::rifle::rifle::rifle::r ifle::rifle: Lets get them twisted.

Seems to me that Sat . would be the day to break out the BRP. and Fri. the sexy little white machine.

By the way hows the snow up that way?

I still am going to try to get the stock fly wheel on and she just how hard she hits (YZ). Got a lot better tire on her than the other.
I'm so friggin stoked it still hurts my ribbs from the last we bit o fun.

WAY stoked to see these here new euro rides while they are still shiny and bright but get picts fast.

[Mtnseeker1]

After looking over the trip report from when Mark was riding down there with nelson I was thinking there should be tons more dust, I am a little taken back but the single tracks look fast and fun.

I was thinking it should be a lot more dusty.
Very nice and the vid never shows the true grade to things.

[Garbanzo]

And this is on the FRI-16th?

And SAT. the ride is meq.?


The plan is to ride Nelson, Hills (Nelson, NV) on Friday, then Mesquite on Saturday. We (Accadacca, Double Moo, maChete and myself) will be staying in St George, and then will head down early each day.
As far as the meeting spot on Friday, we will wait to see what NelsonCCC has planned. Hopefully we will have others joining as well.:2thumbs:

[Mtnseeker1]

I'm not 100% sure if I'll make this one.
Had an off about 3 weeks ago and took a shot to the ribs.
Was feeling ok so I went out Sun. for a short and mellow ride and only got 5 miles out when the YZ started backfiring and running like crap.
So I headed back to the truck and noticed that I sheared off or lost my air/fuel screw. ( have a new one on order)
Went out yesterday on the XR and was feeling a little sore but mostly ok.
Then mowed the lawn and edged it and really did something wrong. Pulled muscle in the same area or? 2000 milligrams of Ibuprofen and I finally got to sleep about 3am.
Its like the muscles under my arm in the rib area just lock up and hurt like hell.
I thought I was pretty much good to go up till yesterday.

[nelsonccc]

I'm not 100% sure if I'll make this one.
Had an off about 3 weeks ago and took a shot to the ribs.
Was feeling ok so I went out Sun. for a short and mellow ride and only got 5 miles out when the YZ started backfiring and running like crap.
So I headed back to the truck and noticed that I sheared off or lost my air/fuel screw. ( have a new one on order)
Went out yesterday on the XR and was feeling a little sore but mostly ok.
Then mowed the lawn and edged it and really did something wrong. Pulled muscle in the same area or? 2000 milligrams of Ibuprofen and I finally got to sleep about 3am.
Its like the muscles under my arm in the rib area just lock up and hurt like hell.
I thought I was pretty much good to go up till yesterday.

Quit being a vagina. Man the F up and come. I've custom tailored this route just for you to see if I can make a grown man cry. We will have a blast and truly it's not that hard. Only a couple of rough spots.

We can meet in town somewhere and ride to the launch spot together or we can meet out near Nelson. Probably easier just to meet out there since you guys coming from up north can just roll down the 95 to Boulder.

[accadacca]

I'm not 100% sure if I'll make this one.
Had an off about 3 weeks ago and took a shot to the ribs.
Was feeling ok so I went out Sun. for a short and mellow ride and only got 5 miles out when the YZ started backfiring and running like crap.
So I headed back to the truck and noticed that I sheared off or lost my air/fuel screw. ( have a new one on order)
Went out yesterday on the XR and was feeling a little sore but mostly ok.
Then mowed the lawn and edged it and really did something wrong. Pulled muscle in the same area or? 2000 milligrams of Ibuprofen and I finally got to sleep about 3am.
Its like the muscles under my arm in the rib area just lock up and hurt like hell.
I thought I was pretty much good to go up till yesterday.
Bummer dood. :facepalm1:

[Mtnseeker1]

Ya :bootyshake:
Right now the ride in the truck down there will make me cry.:lol8:
I may just have to self medicate a little and keep the pack light.
Here's to hoping I can get this YZ put together and reliable for this one.
But if not the old trusty XR is always ready to roll even if I'm not.:hail2thechief:

[Garbanzo]

We can just meet at Nelson. We'll just have to come up with a time. We'll be coming from St George, so I'm guessing if we leave at 7am, it puts us there at 9:30 maybe.
It looks like another one of our Northern group will be joining us. That puts us Northern boys at Acca, maChete, Double Moo, Glen (new entry) and myself. Getting Stoked! :nod:

[Mtnseeker1]

Dam nelson so that is how it is hey?
Fine, OK hey Garbo let me know what time you are coming through ST'G and I'll follow you boys down to Nelson. Crying or not.:deal:

My air/fuel screw showed up today and dam if I have to wait 3 days for the $1.50 spring that showed in the pict. as part of the purchase but was not.
But on the better side the old screw just fell out and not sheared. :)
My guess is the old spring broke and it all came loose.

[Garbanzo]

Dam nelson so that is how it is hey?
Fine, OK hey Garbo let me know what time you are coming through ST'G and I'll follow you boys down to Nelson. Crying or not.:deal:

My air/fuel screw showed up today and dam if I have to wait 3 days for the $1.50 spring that showed in the pict. as part of the purchase but was not.
But on the better side the old screw just fell out and not sheared. :)
My guess is the old spring broke and it all came loose.

I replaced the one on my WR with the longer adjustable type. I can pull it and bring it, if you don't get the spring in time. :2thumbs:

[Mtnseeker1]

@ Garbo Does this screw have o rings or a o ring? I can't seem to find it on the schematics. I have the MSR one here. RED on the left.
The right one is a tusk and it looks like I need more than just a spring.

[Garbanzo]

@ Garbo Does this screw have o rings or a o ring? I can't seem to find it on the schematics. I have the MSR one here. RED on the left.
The right one is a tusk and it looks like I need more than just a spring.

I have the one on the right. It does need what you see. washer, spring, washer, o-ring. Sometimes the o-ring gets stuck inside the carb. Get a flashilight and a mirror and check.
If it is, i'd just leave it and put the rest in. I lost the o-ring as soon as I got mine, and had to go back to the bike shop to get a replacement.

[Mtnseeker1]

That's what I thought and thank you for the heads up on the possible o ring up inside.

[Mtnseeker1]

Time and place for day 1?

[Mtnseeker1]

Hey and if all else fails we can bring some of that watered down UTAH beer for anybody that may be interested.:roflol::roflol::roflol::roflol::roflol ::roflol:

You know all but bi beer oh wait that was bicyle beer .

Shalammmm . (0)

[Garbanzo]

As soon as Nelsonccc gets us a time, we will plan on meeting at the trailhead. We have 6 riders coming from up North.

[Mtnseeker1]

Remember you'll be buying a hr. when heading west. Example: leave ST. George by 7am and get there at 8:30 nelson time.

[Garbanzo]

Remember you'll be buying a hr. when heading west. Example: leave ST. George by 7am and get there at 8:30 nelson time.
Good call. Forgot about that. I suggested meeting in Nelson at 9:30. That would have us leaving St george around 8am. Nelsonccc will post the meet time and place.
We will have 6 guys, so we may have one ride with you back and forth. We can help with the gas cost as well. :2thumbs:

[Mtnseeker1]

Not a problem but I do have a nasty tabacco habit. It's worse than my spelling.:lol8:
But I can keep it to a min. or not at all if need be.
The YZ is fixed and running like 2 gorillas in compition after the raped ape.(nothing like seconds baby).:lol8:
Just something about that old front end coming up without notice that is just a great rush.
Needs just the ever so light touch of a clutch cable adjustment but she's hitting hard and scarry again.:haha::bandit:

And the ribbs are sore but feeling better than they have in the last month.

LETS DO THIS THING WE CALL "SPLENDID"

[Mtnseeker1]

I should really talk nice to my little white girl as she seems to feel she's the one to get thrown out.
On the other hand the big old girl could care less as she is always ready to satisfy.:lol8:

Or maybe it's just an age thing. One is stuck up and the other could care less at this point.

[accadacca]

My Dad is coming down this time and will be riding my 530. It will be the last chance for anyone to ride it before I put it up for sale... :naughty:

I've only been exercising regularly for a couple weeks now. We'll see what a couple days of hard riding does for the fitness. Should really get me ready for summer riding. I'm also looking forward to pedaling outdoors in the mornings again and not on the stationary. :ride:

It should be a little toasty this weekend too...70s?

[Mtnseeker1]

Hydrate Hydrate Hydrate. Now if only beer would hydrate me I'd be set.:lol8:
It's real easy to get spring fever with the clocks changing and all but it will still snow and most likely for the SLC SX meet.:twisted:
But on a better note you will see some blossoms down here this weekend. Hell my lawn is ready for it's second mow job.
My neighbors hate me.
Between the dirt bike wheel stands after repairs and my lawn that always make them envious.

[Mtnseeker1]

I WHAT TO TRY IT out acca if I can.
Maybe I should bring my BRP seems the old boy has thing for power and all.:haha: Sorry I just could not resist.
It will be great riding with everyone and I'm looking forward to it.
But I really want to climb onto these here blue and yeller bikes for a jaunt.:cool2::cool2::cool2: And I hope that it is.:lol8:

The sad part is even if you guys give me a shot at one I can only just ride and not get after them. I meen let's face it even if I sold both of mine I'd only be about half way...... to the road of replacement.

[Mtnseeker1]

Oh this is just too cool.
Sounds like the hole dam tribe minus a few here and a few there that by the way I was hoping to meet but theres always cherry creek in april maybe. HINT HINT.:lol8:

[nelsonccc]

So is that 9:30 my time or your time? Let's meet here : 35

[Mtnseeker1]

Well hell ya send my congrats to the rabbit:lol8:
BOY? or GIrl? it's all good tell him I sad atta boy.

I'm pretty sure we will try to time it to your time as it is a little more time friendly for us Utah boys.
As for the unload spot I'll just leave Garbo to tell us were and when but not how.:)

[accadacca]

:popcorn:

[Mtnseeker1]

I've got a neighbor that another neighbor was telling me about a month ago not to worry that I would have a bunch of riders to ride with as soon as he closes on the house right.
Well, this neighbor has moved in and it appears not only has he got a street machine and a YZ but get this, He has from what I can see from the road a HP-2.
Now those that are not in the in.:naughty: A HP-2 is a BMW 1200 dirt bike. Three friggin gears and you will not see him again kind of dirt bike.

I best go intr:hail2thechief:oduce my sorry ass.

Another old boy that lives down around the corner has a HD, KLR and most important a 2-t KTM so I hit him up for an invite this weekend.
We will see how that goes? I've got his number and he has mine. He is grey and long on tooth but has the spirit to ride.
I did tell him that acca's dad will be with us on this one so let's see.

Hey I'm just a ride whore and I'll ride with anyone anytime it sure beets the heck out of riding alone.

[Garbanzo]

So is that 9:30 my time or your time?.
9:30 your time.

[Mtnseeker1]

I can wait to see these here new rides but it is not so easy boy's.
I know that you all want to do the sand climb on Sat.:lol8:
Just keep it safe GARBO.:dizzy::dizzy:

[Garbanzo]

I know that you all want to do the sand climb on Sat.:lol8:
Just keep it safe GARBO.:dizzy::dizzy:

New tires. The 570 should get to the top, as long as I get past the bottom.:bootyshake:

[Mtnseeker1]

You might want to try the left side as I for one plan to try working the right side you know just for giggles and grins.:lol8:
Dude I should really let you try that hill on my XR beast.
It may not be good for a lot of things but this one it will put a smile on your ass for a week.

[Mtnseeker1]

Dam it's going to be good to see you boys on your new toys.
I can't stand it much longer:bandit:

Launch time minus ?
Screw it just launch but keep the bottom side towards the ground.
Looking forward and spring is the thing in the air now.

[Mtnseeker1]

By the way it is spring break and the cops are 3 fold so use your head and don't speed and come to a complete stop at stop signs. That one alone with giff you $300.
Auuh land of the sun.

[Mtnseeker1]

Looking for some input on lunch.
I can pack a small card table and bring some hoggie fixxins ( cold cuts ) and just lay it all out for those that might want to do this. Kind of a build your own for lunch for anybody interested.
Just need a few ideas as to what you all might like? LIke mayo , peppers,cheese,meat, ect.
Was thinking smaller like store size 6" long rolls.
Or maybe a kind of pot luck were everyone can grab one item to make this work?
Any thoughts?
Just something simple between us all and get back to the trail. BRaaaaap.
I'm not thinking chips and dip but protein/carbs and filling and back to roosting each other.
I can handle fruit for lunch with no quilms.
I love fruit and yogurt lunches myself. Makes me what to ride dirt hard.:) no bloat and let's hit this shit now right now.
Feeling light and good and let's hit them whoops again.

[accadacca]

I've been thinking about lunch too. Maybe everyone brings you $5 or said amount and you bring the lunch? How much?

Or we bring a cooler of drinks and part of the food? Let's make it easy. I'm good with sandwiches or whatever.

[Mtnseeker1]

I got thinking about this lunch thing and it's going to be windy on both days.
I think it would be just as easy to hit up the subway the night before and I'll bring a cooler with some large zip locs and a sharpie.
Quick and painless I say.
Then we can meet Fri. morning stash the hoggies in cooler and I'll just follow you to Nelson.
And pick up the one that will be riding with me.

[nelsonccc]

Since we're meeting at 9:30 and probably not riding till 10:00 we'll be lunching on the trail. The ride is usually about 2.5 hours riding and another 2 hours of waiting, etc. So I'm probably just going to pack something to snack on. Usually we do brats after the ride between loops but I'm not sure yet if Jarrod will have a pass for the whole day, we'll see. Looking forward to the ride tomorrow and Saturday!

[Mtnseeker1]

Sounds good and thank you for the heads up on the snack on the trail situ.nelsonccc.

Well some of the boys showed up a little later than 4ish today but we did manage to get pre twilight ride in.
Got a chance to meet Brent. The others I have met and rode with before. It was a dusty son of a gun out past Bloomington but we got a couple hrs. in all the same.
Looking forward to what nelson hills will bring for us in the morn.