http://maps.google.com/maps?um=1&tab=wl&ie=UTF-8&rls=GFRC%2CGFRC%3A2006-50%2CGFRC%3Aen&q=Mont%20Alto%20State%20Park
Link to Google Maps showing the location of the parking area where we meet. It is just east of Penn State Mont Alto, across the road from a large pavilion.
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Dark Hollow sport loop ride - June 16
Hey all,
Screamin’ Steve Seeber and I are going to ride the Dark Hollow sport loop (we hope!) this Saturday, June 16. We will be rollin’ out of the Big Flat parking lot at 9 a.m. on the dot. Come along and join us for the ride!
Chris
Screamin’ Steve Seeber and I are going to ride the Dark Hollow sport loop (we hope!) this Saturday, June 16. We will be rollin’ out of the Big Flat parking lot at 9 a.m. on the dot. Come along and join us for the ride!
Chris
Weekly rides
From Mike Witter:
Thursday, 5PM, Mont Alto
Sunday, 9AM, Mont Alto
From Chris Bratthauer:
EDIT: Saturday, 9:00AM Big Flat parking lot, Dark Hollow Sport loop
Thursday, 5PM, Mont Alto
Sunday, 9AM, Mont Alto
From Chris Bratthauer:
EDIT: Saturday, 9:00AM Big Flat parking lot, Dark Hollow Sport loop
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Any one up for DH at Snowshoe??
On the way home for a few days!!! Looks like the 22-28th of June. We will be making a stop at Snowshoe WV on the 22nd for some DH fun if any one would like to meet us there!! DH Bike required!! (Sorry D no DH on your moots on this trip) Just leave a comment or better yet email me if your interested!! Look forward to riding with everyone!! I will be home with my friend Nate so I have to show him what the east coast can offer!!
Thursday, June 07, 2007
Weekend action
9am group ride from Mont Alto on Sunday.
Y-Riders race in Carlisle Sunday at 12 noon for adults, 2pm for juniors.
Y-Riders race in Carlisle Sunday at 12 noon for adults, 2pm for juniors.
Wednesday, June 06, 2007
Membership
We are in the process of finalizing our 2007 membership lists. If you plan on renewing your membership, please do so ASAP.
Simply mail $10 and your contact info to:
MBM
6132 Moser Rd.
Boonsboro, MD 21713
Thanks,
Darius
Grand and Eminent Archon of Membership
Simply mail $10 and your contact info to:
MBM
6132 Moser Rd.
Boonsboro, MD 21713
Thanks,
Darius
Grand and Eminent Archon of Membership
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Giro d' Gilbert
The first annual Giro d' Gilbert was run yesterday and will be an annual occurance going forward during the Giro d' Italia. It is a 50+ mile road ride from Chambersburg, PA that features an extremely steep climb up on Gilbert Road into the Buchanan State Forest which borders the Cumberland Valley to the West. The Giro d' Italia is famous for steep climbs that finish on heinous wicked grades up dirt roads - Gilbert is no different. The main climb is 2.6 miles that averages over 11% has sustained sections of 20% and peaks out at 25%. Noticeably, the top half is on hard-packed dirt. 
For the inagural run we had an all MBM turnout including: Joel Moats, Cathy Large, Chuck Buczeskie, and Darius Mark. Joel had the wisdom to bring a bike with cyclo-cross gearing.
The ride lasted 3 1/2 hours, 51 miles, and featured over 4,100 feet of climbing. Thanks to the long days we finished just after dark. Kudos to Cathy for bringing flashing bar lights. The ride profile looks like this:
Plan for this one next year during the Giro, as you can imagine we all had a great time.
For the inagural run we had an all MBM turnout including: Joel Moats, Cathy Large, Chuck Buczeskie, and Darius Mark. Joel had the wisdom to bring a bike with cyclo-cross gearing.The ride lasted 3 1/2 hours, 51 miles, and featured over 4,100 feet of climbing. Thanks to the long days we finished just after dark. Kudos to Cathy for bringing flashing bar lights. The ride profile looks like this:
Plan for this one next year during the Giro, as you can imagine we all had a great time.
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Maximus
Check out Don's pictures from the race.
It was intense.........well at least it was for Dale.
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Stoopid 50 Weekend - June 8-10, State College
Hello All,
The rumors of a 50 mile race in beautiful central PA are true! Nittany MBA is hosting the 'Stoopid 50' weekend on June 8-10 near Penn Roosevelt State Park in Rothrock state forest. Events include a Friday night ride and Saturday morning rides led by Nittany MBA. We'll regroup Saturday afternoon in time for the fun events - the 2 Stoopidest things to do on your bike in Rothrock. First, a fun time trail down one the best trails in the forest. Then a lung busting hill climb, and finally a technical section to see who can go through clean! After a hard day, relax at movie night and build your courage for the long awaited bonfire bunnyhop competition.
On Sunday, Shenandoah Mtn Touring (W101,Shenandoah100) will be hosting the Stoopid 50 race at 9am. This will be a tough but rewarding course. You will ride sweet singletrack all day and it is possible the mtn laurel will be in bloom. This is the highlight of weekend for both race participants and spectators. Register on-line at:
http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=4753
Chris has a much more detailed account of the weekend on the site. Come to race, come to ride or come to just hang out. Questions about the weekend? Post online at nittanymba.net.
HO
The rumors of a 50 mile race in beautiful central PA are true! Nittany MBA is hosting the 'Stoopid 50' weekend on June 8-10 near Penn Roosevelt State Park in Rothrock state forest. Events include a Friday night ride and Saturday morning rides led by Nittany MBA. We'll regroup Saturday afternoon in time for the fun events - the 2 Stoopidest things to do on your bike in Rothrock. First, a fun time trail down one the best trails in the forest. Then a lung busting hill climb, and finally a technical section to see who can go through clean! After a hard day, relax at movie night and build your courage for the long awaited bonfire bunnyhop competition.
On Sunday, Shenandoah Mtn Touring (W101,Shenandoah100) will be hosting the Stoopid 50 race at 9am. This will be a tough but rewarding course. You will ride sweet singletrack all day and it is possible the mtn laurel will be in bloom. This is the highlight of weekend for both race participants and spectators. Register on-line at:
http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=4753
Chris has a much more detailed account of the weekend on the site. Come to race, come to ride or come to just hang out. Questions about the weekend? Post online at nittanymba.net.
HO
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hibernia Race Report
Hibernia STXC ahr-166 mhr-176
Expert A-Raced against Ryan Leech,Wes Schempf,Ray Adams,Kyle Hammaker,Nathan Diebert,Zach Adams,Martin Kell,etc…
http://www.mountainbikeracer.com/upcomingraces/display.php?raceid=954&page=tour&tourid=90
http://mlkimages.smugmug.com/gallery/2750470#146553912-L-LB
Couldn't match the starting acceleration of the leaders.Settled into a groove and started clawing people back after the second lap or so.Passed one of the VisitPA.com riders and was reeling in Tim Messersmith from Trek-but as the bell lap sounded everybody on the whole course seemed to surge ahead with one last attack and I lost hold on Messersmith.I attacked as well but still wasn't able to keep from getting lapped by the two leaders(Leach and Hammaker) 50 yards from the finish line.--------yay I wasn't last!!!!
http://www.mountainbikeracer.com/upcomingraces/display.php?raceid=954&page=tour&tourid=90
http://mlkimages.smugmug.com/gallery/2750470#146553912-L-LB
Couldn't match the starting acceleration of the leaders.Settled into a groove and started clawing people back after the second lap or so.Passed one of the VisitPA.com riders and was reeling in Tim Messersmith from Trek-but as the bell lap sounded everybody on the whole course seemed to surge ahead with one last attack and I lost hold on Messersmith.I attacked as well but still wasn't able to keep from getting lapped by the two leaders(Leach and Hammaker) 50 yards from the finish line.--------yay I wasn't last!!!!
Friday, April 27, 2007
HOT NEW CROSS BIKE FROM YETI !!
Yeti ARC-XThose who live in Colorado have probably seen the occasional Yeti cross bike at the races�but they were rare, custom bikes that were made exclusively for elite racers and well-connected shop employees. Well, those days are over, check out the 2008 ARC-X
Monday, April 23, 2007
Nittany MBA Spring Group Ride
Hey Kids!
The annual spring Greenwood Furnace mountain bike group ride will be held Sunday, April 29th. It is a few weeks earlier than normal due to races and Mother's Day. We'll meet at 11am at Greenwood Furnace State Park in the picnic area behind the ranger station off route 305, just over the bridge on the left. We will have both intermediate and advanced rides. Nittany MBA will also have burgers afterwards. If people would like to bring a side dish or desert, it would be appreciated but certainly not necessary. This is always a fun time for everybody.
HO
The annual spring Greenwood Furnace mountain bike group ride will be held Sunday, April 29th. It is a few weeks earlier than normal due to races and Mother's Day. We'll meet at 11am at Greenwood Furnace State Park in the picnic area behind the ranger station off route 305, just over the bridge on the left. We will have both intermediate and advanced rides. Nittany MBA will also have burgers afterwards. If people would like to bring a side dish or desert, it would be appreciated but certainly not necessary. This is always a fun time for everybody.
HO
Saturday, April 14, 2007
Sunday MTB Ride
MBMers,
Is anyone going to show up at Caledonia?
I'm willing to ride RAIN OR SHINE.
If nobody wishes to do the same,I'm going to ride @ Mont Alto because I know the area better.-----
How about some feedback if you're gonna make it.
Put on your rain slickers for 2-2.5 hours.
Joel Moats
PS ---The Hibernia Short Track was cancelled due to the Huge Snow Storm we are having.Hmmm
Is anyone going to show up at Caledonia?
I'm willing to ride RAIN OR SHINE.
If nobody wishes to do the same,I'm going to ride @ Mont Alto because I know the area better.-----
How about some feedback if you're gonna make it.
Put on your rain slickers for 2-2.5 hours.
Joel Moats
PS ---The Hibernia Short Track was cancelled due to the Huge Snow Storm we are having.Hmmm
Monday, April 09, 2007
Friday, April 06, 2007
Ride Report - Where have all the cyclists gone?
Riders: Sue Witter, Chris Bratthauar
So it's a bit windier and colder than usual for this time of year...maybe 20 degrees or so with 20+ mph winds. I expected the ride to be lightly attended on Thursday night, but figured someone would show up. At 4:45 pm I was the only one in the parking lot and I was starting to think that the Thursday night ride location had changed without me knowing.
Then Witter's YUV (yuppie utility vehicle) slinked into the lot. Whew, I thought, atleast I don't have to ride in the cold by myself tonight. We both got dressed in enough gear for a January ride and headed out.
Once we got moving it was relatively easy to stay warm on the climbs but the descents were a bit chilly. Two hours on a cold Thursday night and we packed it in. We got back to the cars right about 7 pm with the temperature dropping along with the little sunlight that was left.
Hopefully, as the weather warms, the rest of the Thursday night crew will turn up.
Happy Easter!
So it's a bit windier and colder than usual for this time of year...maybe 20 degrees or so with 20+ mph winds. I expected the ride to be lightly attended on Thursday night, but figured someone would show up. At 4:45 pm I was the only one in the parking lot and I was starting to think that the Thursday night ride location had changed without me knowing.
Then Witter's YUV (yuppie utility vehicle) slinked into the lot. Whew, I thought, atleast I don't have to ride in the cold by myself tonight. We both got dressed in enough gear for a January ride and headed out.
Once we got moving it was relatively easy to stay warm on the climbs but the descents were a bit chilly. Two hours on a cold Thursday night and we packed it in. We got back to the cars right about 7 pm with the temperature dropping along with the little sunlight that was left.
Hopefully, as the weather warms, the rest of the Thursday night crew will turn up.
Happy Easter!
Thursday, April 05, 2007
Stuff for sale on eBay LOOK!! Cheap!
Tons of stuff in my Basement has to GO!! Hit the link to see my listings. If it dosen't work my eBay name is starnote12 .
New Avid bb7's
New Avid Juicy 5's
Rock shox fork (Dales old fork)
xtr cass 11-34
sram cass 970 11-34
xtr pods 9 speed
Bontrager Race external BB crank
Thompson stems and seatposts!!
29er wheels Bontrager Races NEW
Lemond steel road frame 57cm with EC70 carbon fork and HS
http://search.ebay.com/ws/search/SaleSearch?sofocus=bs&satitle=&sacat=7294%26catref%3DC5&fbd=1&sorefinesearch=1&from=R14&nojspr=y&pfid=0&fswc=1&few=&saprclo=&saprchi=&fss=1&saslop=1&sasl=starnote12&fls=4%26floc%3D1&sargn=-1%26saslc%3D0&salic=1&saatc=1&sadis=200&fpos=68102&fsct=&sacur=0&sacqyop=ge&sacqy=&ftrt=1&ftrv=1&sabdlo=&sabdhi=&saaff=afdefault&afcj=&afmp=&fsop=2%26fsoo%3D2&fcl=3&frpp=50
Thanks for looking at what I have for sale.
New Avid bb7's
New Avid Juicy 5's
Rock shox fork (Dales old fork)
xtr cass 11-34
sram cass 970 11-34
xtr pods 9 speed
Bontrager Race external BB crank
Thompson stems and seatposts!!
29er wheels Bontrager Races NEW
Lemond steel road frame 57cm with EC70 carbon fork and HS
http://search.ebay.com/ws/search/SaleSearch?sofocus=bs&satitle=&sacat=7294%26catref%3DC5&fbd=1&sorefinesearch=1&from=R14&nojspr=y&pfid=0&fswc=1&few=&saprclo=&saprchi=&fss=1&saslop=1&sasl=starnote12&fls=4%26floc%3D1&sargn=-1%26saslc%3D0&salic=1&saatc=1&sadis=200&fpos=68102&fsct=&sacur=0&sacqyop=ge&sacqy=&ftrt=1&ftrv=1&sabdlo=&sabdhi=&saaff=afdefault&afcj=&afmp=&fsop=2%26fsoo%3D2&fcl=3&frpp=50
Thanks for looking at what I have for sale.
Friday, March 30, 2007
Thursday Night Ride Report
Riders: Sue Witter, Rob Mazzei, Dave Hamilton, Chris Bratthauar
Left the Mont Alto parking lot @ 5pm sharp taking the Park trail over to Staley. From there we decided it would be a good day to climb Shelf trail to stay off the low, muddy trails.
"Rocket" Rob took off ahead of the group and missed the turn on to Shelf trail. The rest of the crew debated for a few minutes whether we should leave Rob to the mercy of the mountain or follow him. We decided Rob should live and we headed up Ramp trail after him.
We regrouped in the clearing and climbed the rest of the way to Wirt Road. From there we headed across Charcoal Hearth trail to Staley Road. Climbed up Four Logs and then up to the fire tower. We headed down the trail behind the fire tower and across Crumble regrouping again on Snowy Mountain Road.
We climbed up Snowy Mountain to the top of Four Logs. The crew bombed down Four Logs and the top of Turtle where things started to get mushy, so we headed out to Staley Road. From there we coasted down Staley Road to the double track that leads up to Lower Buckets.
We made the short climb and headed back on to the singletrack. Lower Buckets was in great condition and we flowed down it like we were on rails. We finished up on the Park trail, making our way back to the parking lot.
We emerged from the woods around 7:30 pm, just as the sun was disappearing behind the trees. All in all a great ride to start the "Thursday Night" season.
Left the Mont Alto parking lot @ 5pm sharp taking the Park trail over to Staley. From there we decided it would be a good day to climb Shelf trail to stay off the low, muddy trails.
"Rocket" Rob took off ahead of the group and missed the turn on to Shelf trail. The rest of the crew debated for a few minutes whether we should leave Rob to the mercy of the mountain or follow him. We decided Rob should live and we headed up Ramp trail after him.
We regrouped in the clearing and climbed the rest of the way to Wirt Road. From there we headed across Charcoal Hearth trail to Staley Road. Climbed up Four Logs and then up to the fire tower. We headed down the trail behind the fire tower and across Crumble regrouping again on Snowy Mountain Road.
We climbed up Snowy Mountain to the top of Four Logs. The crew bombed down Four Logs and the top of Turtle where things started to get mushy, so we headed out to Staley Road. From there we coasted down Staley Road to the double track that leads up to Lower Buckets.
We made the short climb and headed back on to the singletrack. Lower Buckets was in great condition and we flowed down it like we were on rails. We finished up on the Park trail, making our way back to the parking lot.
We emerged from the woods around 7:30 pm, just as the sun was disappearing behind the trees. All in all a great ride to start the "Thursday Night" season.
Monday, March 26, 2007
Membership Renewal Time
We would like to thank you for your participation 2006 and look forward to your continued support of the club during 2007. You should have received an emailed membership invitation already - if not, let me know. Please update your contact information (email) and return with a check for $10 to us at: MBM, 6132 Moser Road, Boonsboro, MD 21713
Please feel free to invite any of your cycling friends to a club ride or to join MBM as well. If you would like any additional information, please contact me.
Happy trails.
Rides 3/29 and 4/1
Thursday, 3/29 Mont Alto @ 5 pm.
Sunday, 4/1 Maximus Sport Loop (sorta...). Meet at Bendersville Road Parking lot. Ride starts at 9 am.
Sunday, 4/1 Maximus Sport Loop (sorta...). Meet at Bendersville Road Parking lot. Ride starts at 9 am.
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Bad News, Good News
I took a walk in the woods around Mont Alto today with my kids. The BAD news is the ground is completely SATURATED.
The GOOD news is all the stinkin' snow is GONE!
Here's to a HUMID ride tomorrow morning...
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Spin, Spin, Spin
Ok, last week we had a couple of nice days and I got out on the road bike with short sleeves. The Tuesday night Carlisle fast ride featured - well, fast people. 35 at the start and as we added miles it pared down to three:
Nathan Goates from Shippensburg University (l) and Taylor McClain (r) from Penn State.
On the climb up to King Gap State Park, at a fast clip - sub 13 minutes.
This photo is of the group leaving the movie theatre parking lot - 35 in all. Now it is trainer time again. Five days straight on the trainer and I'm about to pull my hair out - thank god for cycling.tv and the Paris-Nice race.
Monday, March 19, 2007
Snow......When will it end??
Now this was Hard Core!!! Shovel the track so you could race.
Jack Frost Classic Feb 2001.
Jack Frost Classic Feb 2001.
Thursday, March 08, 2007
Sunday Ride, 3/11
Mont Alto , 9 am.
Remember, daylight savings is in effect Sunday morning! Don't show up an hour late!!
Remember, daylight savings is in effect Sunday morning! Don't show up an hour late!!
Monday, March 05, 2007
Hail to the Chief!!
Check out this newly retired MBM Ex-President in his Beginner Racer Days.
We shouldn't be seeing this pained expression now that he can spend all of his time riding.
Saturday, March 03, 2007
Mont Alto Trail Conditions
Took a quick ride up to Mont Alto this morning to check on trail conditions. Overall, looks plenty rideable. There is a soft slushy layer on top of the little bit of hard snow that is left. The fire roads still look a little nasty, but the singletrack looks OK. See you all in the morning!
Beginning of Park Trail
Park Trail looks nice
Going up Buckets
Staley Road - Icy! Stay on the singletrack!Friday, March 02, 2007
Thursday, March 01, 2007
Big Bar's and Stem's
Does anybody have an opinion on the newer 31.8 diameter bar/stem combo's?
Is there any advantage in stiffness or weight? From what I have seen this combo is generally heavier.
Any thoughts on the Pro's and Con's?
T
Is there any advantage in stiffness or weight? From what I have seen this combo is generally heavier.
Any thoughts on the Pro's and Con's?
T
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