Cranks Around the Campfire Mountain Biking Festival

Mare45 said:
Got the email to sign up for clinics and group rides. All filled already 🙁 Is there a wait list just in case (or did I miss it)? I'd really like an intermediate clinic and a ride with Jeff. I saw the request for people to remove themselves from one if they doubled up with the clinics, so hopefully something will open up.
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Saw 2-3 people that were signed up for every clinic/ride. Very unfortunate.
 
cassinonorth said:
Saw 2-3 people that were signed up for every clinic/ride. Very unfortunate.
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so i thought all that stuff was sign up when you get there. i don't think i got an email with a registration link. i also admit i've been super busy at work and i just might not have seen it. i might have signed up for a lenosky ride but i think i have other stuff i need to do at cranks anyway.
 
Mare45 said:
@iman29 in my experience, when you are there, ask your questions. There is always someone willing to lead people around, someone looking for the same thing you are that you can pair up with, and there were maps of the parks there. It’s a lot easier to get the lay of the land looking at a big map than smaller sections that you’d likely see on here. However, you can also download loops for sure. I think you pay for strava, right? If so, I’m sure we can all chime in and tell you some loops to download from people you follow.

Final comment…what @Reggie said…you’re only on the road for a very short time crossing over to Stephens.
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Though it’s a rather short ride from the camp to Stephens keep in mind it can potential add an additional 2-3 miles to any mileage you actually do in Stephens. It’s not much but the ride back into the camp can be a bit rough after a long(ish) ride.
 
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ryderX said:
Though it’s a rather short ride from the camp to Stephens keep in mind it can potential add an additional 2-3 miles to any mileage you actually do in Stephens. It’s not much but the ride back into the camp can be a bit rough after a long(ish) ride.
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Don't tell him that! 😂 It's a nice surprise at the end. @iman29 , you are a roadie. You can squeeze out a little extra on the road. The kids, well, I want to say the same, but I also want them to come back.
 
Mare45 said:
Don't tell him that! 😂 It's a nice surprise at the end. @iman29 , you are a roadie. You can squeeze out a little extra on the road. The kids, well, I want to say the same, but I also want them to come back.
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Im familiar with the area in general and also the road into the camp itself. Just dont want to try and tackle too much with the boy while he's got some renewed interest to the point he gets wiped out too soon and can't wait to leave.

The general plan is to try out the marked camp loop first with just me and him and see how he likes it. Then we can decide if we want to try something more and there will be enough people around that I know personally (or maybe via this forum) to meet up with and do some additional exploring.
 
Does anyone have info on the Demo loop? I saw a reference to Pie Plate Loop but couldn't find that on trailforks. Thanks!
 
Follow the plates.

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iman29 said:
Im familiar with the area in general and also the road into the camp itself. Just dont want to try and tackle too much with the boy while he's got some renewed interest to the point he gets wiped out too soon and can't wait to leave.

The general plan is to try out the marked camp loop first with just me and him and see how he likes it. Then we can decide if we want to try something more and there will be enough people around that I know personally (or maybe via this forum) to meet up with and do some additional exploring.
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Was thinking about this.

Re riding an owning a loop may be more rewarding than getting in new trails. The short track loop in both directions is fun.
 
Patrick said:
Was thinking about this.

Re riding an owning a loop may be more rewarding than getting in new trails. The short track loop in both directions is fun.
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Yeah I will at least load that loop up on the Garmin. We can always take the fire road all the way down if he’s tired for the last section that climbs up across. In fact that may be more fun for me too. 🤪
 
Day of Registration available!


2021 Cranks Around the Campfire Festival Schedule​

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Friday​

12:00pm Cranks Opens


Campers and Day participants may begin arriving. Please check in at office.

3:00pm Group Rides

Intermediate Allamuchy (Vollers Field)

Intermediate Stephens (Vollers Field)

Advanced Allamuchy (Lake Dam)

Beginner ride Around camp(Dining Hall)

4:00PM Waterfront open for swimming

6:00pm Cyclecraft Intermediate Clinic

Vollers Field Sign ups at registration

8:00pm S’Mores Campfire

Across from Shower House. The Cranks Crew will be supplying the ingredients for everyone’s favorite campfire treat!


Saturday

7:30am Food Vendor open

8:45am Kids Activities

Drop off at Dining Hall located at the waterfront. Festival staff will take care of your kids while you are enjoying a group ride. Activities will include arts/crafts, fishing, hiking, biking, nature walk, and more! Please pick up your kids by noon. Send them with a water bottle.

9am Group Rides

Advanced Stephens (Lake Dam)

Advanced Allamuchy (Lake Dam)

9am Group Rides

Intermediate Allamuchy (Vollers Field)

Intermediate Stephens (Vollers Field)

Intermediate Deer Park (Vollers Field)

9am Group Rides

Beginner Camp (Dining Hall)

Novice Camp and/or Stephens (Dining Hall)

11:00am Kids MTB Ride around the camp (dining hall)

12:00PM Treasure Hunt
-Pick up your Treasure Hunt map at the registration table and go on an adventure to find the hidden treasure chest! Come early because the Somers Pirate Crew only left behind 45 pieces of treasure in the chest! Please take only one treasure per child.

2:00PM Trail Boss Ride with Jeff Lenosky
(intermediate level, ride includes sessioning and skills tips, sign up at registration, meet Vollers field)

2:00PM Group Rides

Advanced Stephens (Lake Dam)

Advanced Allamuchy (Lake Dam)

2:00pm Group rides

Intermediate Allamuchy (Vollers Field)

Intermediate Stephens (Vollers Field)

Intermediate Deer Park (Vollers Field)

2:00pm Group rides

Beginner (Camp) (meet Dining Hall)

2:00-8:00pm Open Swimming at the Waterfront

Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

2:30PM Novice/Intermediate Clinic with MTB Guru John Nicholson
(Sign ups at registration, meet Vollers Field)

4:00 Camp Cooking Class
-Learn and make a classic campfire dessert. Located at the fire ring by showerhouse.

5:30pm Beach Party BBQ

Join your fellow campers at the waterfront for some lakeside fun. Food provided by BBQ Pit Catering Company. Adults $15 Kids (10 and under) $10 The BBQ includes hamburgers/cheeseburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork, Mac and cheese, baked beans, coleslaw, pasta salad, and garden salad.

Bring your favorite beverage (solo cups provided).

7:00pm Kids Ice Cream Social

Cranks Crew provides frozen treats to the under 18 crowd. (Located at the Dining Hall/Waterfront)

7:30-9:30pm Dining Hall Dance Party
Bring your favorite beverage! Cranks Crew will supply the tunes and glow sticks!

Sunday

7:30am Food Vendor open

8:45 Kids Activities

Meet at Dining Hall

9am

Advanced Allamuchy (Lake Dam)

Advanced Stephens (Lake Dam)

9AM Trail Boss Ride with Jeff Lenosky
(advanced level, ride includes sessioning and skills tips, sign up at registration, meet at Lake Dam)

9:00am

Intermediate Deer Park ( Vollers Field)

Intermediate Allamuchy ( Vollers Field)

Intermediate Stephens ( Vollers Field)

9:00am

Beginner Camp (Dining Hall)

Novice Camp (Dining Hall)

11:00am Kids MTB Ride (dining hall)

11:00-2:00pm Open Swimming at the Waterfront

5:00pm Cranks Closes
 
One final question from me: I've checked but can't find when the demo bikes begin. Does anyone know when that starts or when the bikes are available?
BTW - I'm pretty excited about this event; planning to finalize my new bike target (to replace the one that was stolen) after some test rides tomorrow.
 
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