6th Annual CRANKS AROUND THE CAMPFIRE 8/26-8/28/2016

[jackx]

and a night ride Charge your lights

Sounds great. Any idea/recommendation on the minimum lumens? I think my light is 400 lumens, which may be fine in a group of other riders with lights. It might be a bit low for a solo ride in the woods though.

 

[JimN]

Princeton Tec usually has spare lights on hand, but 400 will probably be fine in a group setting.

 

[qclabrat]

are there flat trails?, my kids won't ride anything which requires technique

 

[jackx]

are there flat trails?, my kids won't ride anything which requires technique

By "flat" do you mean level, or do you mean "free of rocks and logs"?

 

[jackx]

Princeton Tec usually has spare lights on hand, but 400 will probably be fine in a group setting.

Good to know. Thanks!

 

[capedoc]

Sounds great. Any idea/recommendation on the minimum lumens? I think my light is 400 lumens, which may be fine in a group of other riders with lights. It might be a bit low for a solo ride in the woods though.

Princeton Tec usually has spare lights on hand, but 400 will probably be fine in a group setting.

One of our guys (from Princeton Tec). will be there. His name is Ryan. I won't be able to make it unfortunately as I'll be in upstate New York.

I don't believe Ryan is bringing any high powered bike lights. We haven't manufactured anything like that in quite a while. The kinds of lights he'll have with him are headlamps, lanterns, stuff for around camp and maybe some commuter bike lights.

Have fun!

 

[phillychris498]

would I be able to pay to go for one day, preferably the day that there's a day intermediate/advanced ride and te night ride? I'd love to go on one of these rides but can't spend the night

 

[DanBrodeen]

The Princeton Tec bike lights have always been great for anyone looking to check out night riding. Sure you could have brighter lights but they work just fine for our night rides. If you have never night rided before you should definitely check it out!

 

[jackx]

One of our guys (from Princeton Tec). will be there. His name is Ryan. I won't be able to make it unfortunately as I'll be in upstate New York.

I don't believe Ryan is bringing any high powered bike lights. We haven't manufactured anything like that in quite a while. The kinds of lights he'll have with him are headlamps, lanterns, stuff for around camp and maybe some commuter bike lights.

Have fun!

Cool. Thanks for the info!

 

[qclabrat]

By "flat" do you mean level, or do you mean "free of rocks and logs"?

generally yes

 

[soundz]

are there flat trails?, my kids won't ride anything which requires technique

generally yes

The sussex branch railtrail is just 5 minutes drive away. It's not inside the camp, but very flat gravel path.

 

[JoeLee]

I see ride descriptions include "novice" but I only see ONE Novice-level ride at all on the schedule and it's the "history' one. Is that accurate? The missus fears she may be too rusty for Intermediate.

 

[jackx]

By "flat" do you mean level, or do you mean "free of rocks and logs"?

generally yes

Not sure which question you are answering.

If level, not much that I recall. Free of rock and logs, not much either.

So Soundz is right. Good call @jimmy @soundz.

The sussex branch railtrail is just 5 minutes drive away. It's not inside the camp, but very flat gravel path.

 

[DanBrodeen]

I see ride descriptions include "novice" but I only see ONE Novice-level ride at all on the schedule and it's the "history' one. Is that accurate? The missus fears she may be too rusty for Intermediate.

Will post finalized schedule early next week. There will be multiple beginner and novice level rides. Kids will enjoy loops around our 60 acre lake on fire roads.

 

[JoeLee]

Awesome - thanks!

 

[ktmrider]

Hope the weather cooperates , I'm trying to get a large group to go

 

[DanBrodeen]

Hope the weather cooperates , I'm trying to get a large group to go

That's awesome! Once the masses realize how amazing this weekend is it'll be on everyone's radar for an unforgettable weekend of riding and relaxing!

 

[phillychris498]

I'll be there for Saturday and Sunday- I have one last stupid question... it says that kids 18 and under ride free with an adult, so what if I'm under 18 but won't have an adult with me?

 

[E.Iannacone]

Camping Questions? Are there assigned campsites or is it first come first sited. Are there picnic tables or should I bring a folding table if I want something to cook breakfast on. Camping is not complete without a big plate of scrambled eggs with cheese! Oh and coffee!

 

[DanBrodeen]

I'll be there for Saturday and Sunday- I have one last stupid question... it says that kids 18 and under ride free with an adult, so what if I'm under 18 but won't have an adult with me?

You'll be free. Just bring a note from your parent/guardian stating you have their permission to be there.