NNJ for Noobs

[Bikeworks]

So I've typically avoided this section of the state by and large. I've ridden Sterling, Allamuchy once or twice. I actually do frequent DMP fairly regularly, and between there and CR, those are my favorite NJ trails. I'd like to start pushing myself a bit more with tech with Whistler on my horizon the end of the summer, so I am looking for recommendations. Stephen's seems appropriate, but I want to hear from you guys.

 

[Cassinonorth]

Stephens is a perfect next step. DMP has more tech in spots.

The JORBA group ride is on the 17th if you need a tour.

 

[Bikeworks]

Stephens is a perfect next step. DMP has more tech in spots.

That's what I thought. Only thing in DMP I haven't hit are the drops on Marty's. I should give the beach trail another shot, at least descending at some point.

 

[Bikeworks]

What's a good start point?

 

[Jeremy]

Ringwood from the school is also a solid choice. From slyline drive is a little more challenging and parking can be difficult on the weekends but that is a great ride. Some of the best

 

[Cassinonorth]

What's a good start point?

95% of people start from the Iron Gate on Kinney Rd. This is the basic loop you can rift off:

https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/684912/

If you're up for a couple extra miles, adding pink (The mazes) is an easy way to do so. It's flat and fast so goes quick. The Blue Rock trail has 2 options and they're both great.

 

[icebiker]

Mahlon Dickerson has a good mix of terrain. Ditto for Wawayanda. Lots of tech to enjoy.

 

[The Worst]

Agreed that Stephens is the next step in progression. DMP really doesn’t qualify as tech in the realm of NNJ, there are a couple really short segments, but it’s mostly XC and flow.

Stephens, Mahlon Dickerson, Allamuchy, Kittatiny Valley (also not much tech), Jungle Habitat… these are my local stomping grounds. If you want a tour, shoot me a message, I’d be happy to take you out to see what’s out there!

 

[scott62]

Training for the big W? You need to work on the steeper stuff, that and Rocky and rooty stuff. You want Rocky? Jungle, school side of ringwood and wayway has a bunch of stuff. The white or crossover in ringwood… descending that is not bad. If you can cross the Hutson, blue mountain and ninam will get you lots of rocks. You should spend some time in the bike parks. The creek is ok but it only has 700ft of vertical, the right side of kilington has some stuff…..

 

[mtn]

Blue Mtn loop in Stokes has some tech sections. Not much downhill though

 

[scott62]

Blue Mtn loop in Stokes has some tech sections. Not much downhill though

Monster around the back as tons of slabs

 

[qclabrat]

Also get some runs at Creek, are planning just singletrack or mixing in DH