The Fullerton Loop!

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  1. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    Ride Name: The Fullerton Loop!
    When: Saturday August 17th
    Time: Tbd
    Where: Tbd
    Ride Description or Details:
    Epic ride and all time most popular and famous trail in the the UNIVERSE! Well at least in Fullerton...
    ~~~~~ Optional Details ~~~~~
    Meet Location:
    Skill Level:
    Suicidal
    Ride Pace: Hammer Head!
    Type of Ride: Loop
    Rider Limit: No Limit. How can there be a frikken Limit!?!
    Anticipated Mileage: Unknown
    Elevation Gain: Millions!
    Ride Duration: Daze
    Previous Ride Reports: Due to clearance classification we would tell you but then we would have to kill you!
    Possible Bail-Outs: None, you are trapped.
    Facilities: Convenient store on every corner, plus there is the Hobo mud bog.
    Food/water suggestions: Full backpack for a weeks worth of food... or a credit card
    Option to Upload:
     
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  2. Faust29

    Faust29 Moderator

    Location:
    irgendwo
    Name:
    B. Bunny
    Current Bike:
    I gots some bikes.
    I have no words.
     
  3. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    It “could” have been the beer talking but we committed to the Epic Fullerton Loop ride for this coming Saturday after we finished up the Big Bear Social. Four.. maybe 5 Modello’s in and the FLOOP Burger was mentioned. I just have to keep my eye on the prize...

    This is going to be hosted by @Grego ( Don’t EVEN try to weasel out of this!)
    We need a time and location.

    I wanted to get this on the board as I’m sure I need to start training for this ride. Also I wanted to discuss what kind of tuning for my suspension AND what kind of gearing I should consider on my bike?

    Also, what type of tire, tread type is best? Can I run normal pressure or is there special air pressures for riding the FLOOP?

    As well...
    Should I consider a Full Face and should I bring pads?

    Is this ride above sea level?
     
  4. Andy

    Andy Well-Known Member

    Location:
    The OC, Calif
    Name:
    Andy
    Current Bike:
    Santa Cruz Chameleon
    Too gnarly for me bro
     
  5. Obsidian

    Obsidian iMTB Rockstah

    Location:
    Costa Mesa
    Name:
    Obsidian
    Current Bike:
    27.5 Intense Tracer
    Oh man, I would love to do this ride. :rolleyes:
    Fortunately, I will be at Stone's 23rd anniversary brewfest that day. Next time!
     
  6. Stkx66

    Stkx66 iMTB Rockstah

    Location:
    Southern California
    Name:
    Steve
    Current Bike:
    Santa Cruz Hightower 27+/ 29r
    After this ride I may need therapy...err.... uh... you might need therapy... Let's ride!
     
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  7. Voodoo Tom

    Voodoo Tom MTB Addict

    Location:
    Castaic
    Name:
    Tom Kokkinakis
    Current Bike:
    Mango one, black one, Ti one
    Oh hellz yeah finally that burger, I’m in...
     
  8. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    I KNEW I could count on you!
    I was thinking of starting interval training on Monday, Who is with me?
     
  9. Voodoo Tom

    Voodoo Tom MTB Addict

    Location:
    Castaic
    Name:
    Tom Kokkinakis
    Current Bike:
    Mango one, black one, Ti one
    Pace yourself 12 ounces at a time, we can do this...:confused:
     
  10. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    Tom, will you be my life coach on this one? :coffee:
     
  11. Voodoo Tom

    Voodoo Tom MTB Addict

    Location:
    Castaic
    Name:
    Tom Kokkinakis
    Current Bike:
    Mango one, black one, Ti one
    You’re in trouble if you’re counting on me but hang on it’ll be fun:cool:
     
    DangerDirtyD, Mikie, mtnbikej and 2 others like this.
  12. mountaingirl sara

    mountaingirl sara iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    So Cal
    Name:
    Sara
    Current Bike:
    Ibis Ripley
    Are you messing with us Mikie?:cautious:
     
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  13. herzalot

    herzalot iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Laguna Beach
    Name:
    Chris
    Current Bike:
    2020 Revel Rail,Yeti SB 130 LR
    I have a work social function that afternoon. In Brea. That's waaaaaay too far from the FLoop to make it worth the effort. See?

    Besides, my cat needs a perm.
     
  14. Runs with Scissors

    Runs with Scissors iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    West Anaheim
    Name:
    Mark Whitaker
    Current Bike:
    Giant XTC with pedals
    O. M. G.

    I'm in.:bang::Roflmao:whistling::cool:

    The Super FLoop is on the menu for those hungry enough. :unsure:
     
  15. Earn Your View

    Earn Your View Member

    Name:
    Bryan
    Current Bike:
    2013 Charge Cooker
    I have you covered here Mikie. The Fullerton Loop is a local trail for me, so I'm experienced with the trails and the local mtb community. For attire, just look like the guy in the photo below and you'll fit right in. Wearing this outfit, you'll be safe at all of the street crossings.

    Funny-Bike-Meme-They-See-Me-Rollin-They-Hatin-Picture.jpg

    Also, make sure to take the obligatory profile photo at the water tower. The local residents love it when bikers do so. They get all hot and bothered and take photos of you on their phones. I'm sure they just send it to all of their friends. :thumbsup:

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  16. Cyclotourist

    Cyclotourist iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Redlands
    Name:
    David
    Current Bike:
    Don't fence me in!
    In, but with reservations: My bike only has a Fox 34 130mm fork... should I upgrade the fork/bike???

    CicLAvia is on Sunday as well!
     
  17. Runs with Scissors

    Runs with Scissors iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    West Anaheim
    Name:
    Mark Whitaker
    Current Bike:
    Giant XTC with pedals
    Bring pads.
     
  18. Cyclotourist

    Cyclotourist iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Redlands
    Name:
    David
    Current Bike:
    Don't fence me in!
    Ahhhh, see, I don't even think about things like that. This sport is getting expensive!
     
  19. -ROCKY-

    -ROCKY- Well-Known Member

    Location:
    Lakewood, CA
    Name:
    Rocky

    Will I be alright with a hardtail?? :rolleyes:
     
  20. SnakeCharmer

    SnakeCharmer iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Front Range, San Gabes
    Name:
    Mike, aka "Ssnake"
    Current Bike:
    YT Izzo
    I see four of them.

    This might be a perfect time for @UPSed to show us his new e-bike!
     
  21. Grego

    Grego iMTB Addict

    Location:
    Fullerton
    Name:
    joe
    Current Bike:
    WFO9
    What, huh? I don't remember this conversation.

    I don't think I can make it. After such a stellar ride in Big bear yesterday, I realized nothing can top that day. So I'm retiring from MTB'n on a high note if you will.;) Besides I think I have to work or something, or at least I'm looking into it.:poop: In addtion, it's my sister's brother's sister's roommate's birthday I think.:confused: Oh no, I think I'm getting sick.:gag:
     
  22. mtnbikej

    mtnbikej J-Zilla

    Location:
    Orange
    Name:
    J
    Current Bike:
    SC Chameleon SS, SC Hightower
    Hmmmmmmmmmmm.........
     
  23. herzalot

    herzalot iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    Laguna Beach
    Name:
    Chris
    Current Bike:
    2020 Revel Rail,Yeti SB 130 LR
    Will this be enough bike?
    Santa Cruz V 10.png
     
  24. Runs with Scissors

    Runs with Scissors iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    West Anaheim
    Name:
    Mark Whitaker
    Current Bike:
    Giant XTC with pedals
    No.
     
  25. Grego

    Grego iMTB Addict

    Location:
    Fullerton
    Name:
    joe
    Current Bike:
    WFO9
    #thegabedrop
     
  26. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    The only truth to any of this is that we indeed are going to do the FLOOP.
     
  27. doublewide

    doublewide iMTB Rockstah

    Name:
    Mark
    Current Bike:
    Santa Cruz Tallcan
    I may be wrong, maybe @Grego can refresh my memory, but I think the Super Secret Floop Burger Joint will be closed that weekend for an interior remodel......
     
  28. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    Get a Barcalounger saddle with gel suspension. Lazy Boy makes an awesome one! You can get the one with the lever on the side and it turns into a foot rest out front!
     
  29. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    Where can one purchase that pink riding kit? As well, I totally dig that Gravel bike he is riding. The droppers totally make that machine. [Jealous]
     
  30. Mikie

    Mikie Admin/iMTB Hooligan

    Location:
    NW Arkansas
    Name:
    Mikie Watson
    Current Bike:
    Ibis DV9 / SC Hightower
    I have chains, bolt cutters, pry bars , torch, jaws of life, my 2005 4x4 Dodge 2500 Ram..... and, a Swiss Army knife. I also PM'ed MacGyver the ride invite.
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