Southern California - Tour de Red Rock PIX and REPORT

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nygirl777
11-04-07, 08:06 PM
I named this ride Tour de Red Rock since it encompasses Red Rock Canyon and Spring Mountain Ranch which is full of terrific scenery. I sent the notice out on Monday for a fabulous ride with alot of climbing and beautiful terrain. I even started the ride later = 9am since I like to sleep in and the temps would be a little warmer. I received email after email of folks RSVP'ing but figured half would change their minds cause that's just human nature. NOPE, they all showed:
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Mixed in this group of friends you may notice those UNATTACHED KITS, yep we have no shame, we bought them. And boyyyyyyyyy did we get alot of questions. The non-cyclists thought it was an advertisement for dating........and of course the roadies knew: we were a group without sponsors, teamless and on the prowl. Eventhough neither answer was correct......it made for alot of laughs. Everytime Cyn or lara would do something outrageous or stupid, I would be sure to tell them that's why they are both unattached :)
LARA, ASIA, CYN, KARA, TERESA, DR.DOG
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CURT( IN THE BACK ) ERIC, RANDY, SHELLI, DONNA AND HOLLYWOOD
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FAMILIAR FACE - JUSTME = GENE
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JUSTME AND INKEDINPINK (KAREN)
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DR.DOG POSING B4 THE START
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nygirl777
11-04-07, 08:08 PM
BOJA OUR INFAMOUS SAG DRIVER - SHE WAS SUPERB
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TERESA POSING B4 THE START
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PAUL H. POSING B4 THE START
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BILL GETTING IT TOGETHER B4 THE START
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DONNA I.
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ANOTHER GENTLEMAN NAMED PAUL
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MIKE AND LISA
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nygirl777
11-04-07, 08:17 PM
THE RIDE WAS 65 MILES WITH 5900 FT OF ELEVATION. WE CRUISED THROUGH RED ROCK CANYON, THEN ENJOYED THE 13 MILE SCORCHER THRU THE SCENIC LOOP.
THE HIGHEST POINT ON THE LOOP:
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AFTER THE LOOP WE CONTINUED DOWN CHARLESTON (RT 159) AND TURNED RIGHT ONTO BLUE DIAMOND ROAD.....HEADING TOWARD MT. POTASI.
HERE IS MARC AND FRANK.......REFUSING TO GET UP OR GO ANOTHER FOOT.
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LARA AND MARC (GO FASTER )
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AFTER COMING FROM THE SUMMIT - KAREN AND JOE
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BOJA AND JIM ( MIDNIGHT RIDAZZ )
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nygirl777
11-04-07, 08:19 PM
DONNA AND CURT AFTER THE SUMMIT
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DR.DOG, LISA AND CYN
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JOE
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IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL DAY WITH A BUNCH OF GOOD FRIENDS AND A FEW NEW ONES. THANKS TO ALL THAT CAME AND SHARED THEIR TIME.........ESPECIALLY OUR DRIVER BOJA.
voltman
11-04-07, 09:08 PM
Looks like a great time!
nygirl777
11-04-07, 11:05 PM
ROAD TO THE TOP OF THE SCENIC LOOP. I THINK THAT'S GENE DOWN THERE :) AND KAREN AND LARA
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HE'S ARRIVED
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LARA ALMOST TO THE TOP
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KAREN ALMOST THERE
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THE TOP
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THE TOP
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GEORGE
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DR. DOG AND MIKE
http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s280/nygirl777/Tour%20de%20Red%20Rock/DOGANDMIKE.jpg
Luwin1026
11-04-07, 11:16 PM
Looked like it was a great time!!!
nygirl777
11-04-07, 11:22 PM
Looked like it was a great time!!!
It really was.......one day I will trick you and Voltman into coming to Vegas for a ride. :p
Enzo Gucci
11-04-07, 11:25 PM
Whoever is wearing the knee-highs:
You're my new hero.
I hope you're a member here so you can see my admiration of your style.
I love the kit. Looks like a great ride. :)
It really was.......one day I will trick you and Voltman into coming to Vegas for a ride. :p
You shouldn't have to trick these guys into anything. They just don't know what there missing. More to come.:D :p
So, . . . Asia, should I swap out this 11/23 cassette for some lower gears?? Nah, . . . just a few 5% grades, maybe one or two 8%, but they're short. No worry's. (And if you believe that, I've got some swamp land in Florida I want to talk to you about.)
http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w177/imspec/cycling/Tour%20de%20Red%20Rock/IMG_0059s.jpg
Routine pre ride milling about.
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Here comes the peloton with Asia and Karen out in the lead.
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And there they go, . . . off to a blistering pace.
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Great scenery, and a great place to regroup while taking in the view.
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Mark (Go Faster) had actually spent all morning talking to prospective clients about his training services before collapsing with Frank.
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Then it was time for a little mid ride chit chat.
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Group had dwindled a little by the time we were headed home, but a good time was had by all.
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post normal pics of lara and cyn. they look hot, but i can't tell.
nygirl777
11-05-07, 10:18 AM
[QUOTE=JustMe;5576529]So, . . . Asia, should I swap out this 11/23 cassette for some lower gears?? Nah, . . . just a few 5% grades, maybe one or two 8%, but they're short. No worry's. (And if you believe that, I've got some swamp land in Florida I want to talk to you about.)
http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w177/imspec/cycling/Tour%20de%20Red%20Rock/IMG_0059s.jpg
Hey if I had a Garmin I could be more accurate.......hint hint hint. By the way how much for the swamp land :p
cynfulbod
11-05-07, 12:53 PM
Hola Homies,
What an awesome turnout...what a GREAT ride!!!
My shout-outs:
Asia for being the bike poet in my heart...love you girl! :love:
SAG for keeping us hydrated and for taking pictures all day...Nutter Butter Bars Rock!! :D
Marc for that FAST pull back to Starbucks...you spin like nobody's business! :)
Joe and Mike for being the voice of reason in my head...saying "CAR BACK...Get Out of the Road Already"!!! :eek:
cynfulbod
11-05-07, 12:55 PM
Whoever is wearing the knee-highs:
You're my new hero.
I hope you're a member here so you can see my admiration of your style.
Thanks!! Toe Socks in every color...next best thing to lip balm and butt butter! :)
cynfulbod
11-05-07, 01:07 PM
Asia, the host with the most!
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Photo Crazy Chicks - Asia and Lara (Shortstuff)
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Asia pulling the train:
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The Train...
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The Dynamic Couple - Marc Baker (Go Faster) and Lara (Shortstuff)
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Mike and Lisa Andersen
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Mike and Shelly...Chillin' like Villains
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Did someone say strip search....
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Ummmmm, Nutter Butter cookies are the bomb
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Hollywood, Mozam and Dr. Dog talking Shop
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cynfulbod
11-05-07, 01:23 PM
Joe 'Gargoyle' Garza...lookin' sweet!
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Joe & Cyn Self Portrait
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Just one cool picture!
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cole505
11-05-07, 02:13 PM
Thanks for the pics Asia & cyn. I've done that Red Rock loop several times. There was a fire across the the entrance last time I was there. The road was closed so I didn't get to do the loop. Looking forward to it Thanksgiving weekend.
nygirl777
11-05-07, 02:51 PM
Thanks for the pics Asia & cyn. I've done that Red Rock loop several times. There was a fire across the the entrance last time I was there. The road was closed so I didn't get to do the loop. Looking forward to it Thanksgiving weekend.
Serious? I can set up a ride ya know :)
Ohhhh; that would be cool. :D
Damn - great pix! :D :) :D :)
... Brad
Great pics. One of these days.
I'm always there, well in Pahrump, the wrong weekend.
nygirl777
11-05-07, 07:07 PM
Great pics. One of these days.
I'm always there, well in Pahrump, the wrong weekend.
HEY PMC......Here's our cool vegas jerseys thanx to you.
http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s280/nygirl777/Las%20Vegas%20Century/LARALASVEGASCENTURY.jpg
http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s280/nygirl777/Las%20Vegas%20Century/ASIALASVEGASCENTURY.jpg
Enzo Gucci
11-05-07, 08:09 PM
I like that Cervelo... are those 303 tubies on there?
You're not the first guy to say this you know!
There is a multinational Cyn fan club out there.
If you want your membership card, just let me know!
Whoever is wearing the knee-highs:
You're my new hero.
I hope you're a member here so you can see my admiration of your style.
Hey all,
I'm new to this Bike Forum thing and I was on Asia's ride. That was one of the best rides I've been on around these parts. Thanks Asia! Hope to ride with the group again soon. Somebody tell Hollywood he needs to eat some food after running 10 miles before the ride!
v/r Mozam
cynfulbod
11-06-07, 08:25 AM
Hey all,
I'm new to this Bike Forum thing and I was on Asia's ride. That was one of the best rides I've been on around these parts. Thanks Asia! Hope to ride with the group again soon. Somebody tell Hollywood he needs to eat some food after running 10 miles before the ride!
v/r Mozam
Nice to see you on BF Mozam! :D Let's throw around some ideas for a Holiday ride this coming Monday...maybe we could treat Asia and the rest of the Garrett Gang to a Tour of BC and a spin through the Boulder Dam?
Enzo Gucci
11-06-07, 11:19 AM
You're not the first guy to say this you know!
There is a multinational Cyn fan club out there.
If you want your membership card, just let me know!
If it's a fan club for knee-high socks, count me in.
. . . . maybe we could treat Asia and the rest of the Garrett Gang to a Tour of BC and a spin through the Boulder Dam?
Did that Sunday while up there. Makes a nice loop.
ShortStuff
11-06-07, 08:53 PM
Those of you who have read this and other similar threads from Vegas know that Asia pulls together some spectacular rides! This was another fantastic Saturday spent on the bike. I don't know how she does it, but she gets people to come out of the woodwork for these rides. Maybe it's the SAG vehicle stuffed to the gills with Nutter Butters, cans of cold Coke, fruit, granola bars, and Gatorade in every conceiveable flavor! Nah - it's the fact that we are just a foolish bunch of riders who know how to have a good time doing something we love.
As many times as I've ridden through the Red Rock area, I never get tired of it. Having a big group like this to share the ride with made it even better. It was great to see so many familiar faces and lots of new ones, too. Maybe if we all bug her enough we can get Asia to put a Thanksgiving weekend ride together (hint hint) . . . Boja, are you out there in BF land? Can you drive SAG for us again? Pretty please with sugar on top . . . you rock as our SAG driver extraordinaire!
I snapped pictures of the group all day, so I'll post some highlights. Thanks again, Asia, for pulling together a fantastic ride! Love 'ya girlfriend.
Rolling out in the morning with Gene (JustMe)
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One, two, three . . . unclip! (Kara, Judi, Lance, Paul)
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Cyn - happy as always
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Kara, Judi & Lance (well, his shoulder at least)
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Teresa ready to keep rolling
http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb260/wi_girl/Red%20Rock%20ride%2011-3-07/CIMG2033.jpg
ShortStuff
11-06-07, 08:57 PM
The group took a nice leisurely break at the top of the Red Rock loop.
JustMe enjoying the day
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Asia - the leader of the Garrett Gang sporting the new kit
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ShortStuff
11-06-07, 09:07 PM
After rolling through Red Rock and past the town of Blue Diamond, the group headed towards Mt. Potosi. Most of the group took off and cruised up to the summit (brrrrrr - I heard it was c-c-cold up there!), but some of us took at more "relaxed" approach.
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Marc and Frank (notice the candy provisions strewn aimlessly around their bodies)
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Cyn and Joe after climbing to the Mt. Potosi summit
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Dr. Dog
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Getting final provisions before heading home
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Hollywood lookin' good
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Happy Jim
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Our super SAG driver - Boja!
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WhiteCarbonDude
11-06-07, 09:10 PM
^^Great photos, I wish I was there! Cyn...love those socks! You rock:)
cynfulbod
11-06-07, 10:01 PM
^^Great photos, I wish I was there! Cyn...love those socks! You rock:)
Thanks WhiteCarbonDude!! Can't wait to get you out here to Vegas to ride....Smokin Climbs = Smokin Descent....and you are Smokin Fast!! :D
Go Faster Marc
11-07-07, 10:38 PM
I like that Cervelo... are those 303 tubies on there?
You betcha! Sweet riding on tubular tires! Zipps are real fast!
HEY PMC......Here's our cool vegas jerseys thanx to you.
http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s280/nygirl777/Las%20Vegas%20Century/LARALASVEGASCENTURY.jpg
http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s280/nygirl777/Las%20Vegas%20Century/ASIALASVEGASCENTURY.jpg
No thanx needed.
They look great!!!
Mr. Beanz
11-08-07, 01:16 AM
Geez! I've been trying to open this thread for days now. Everytime I try my 'puter freezes. Now I know why, it's those knee-High's!:D
Nice pix, looks like a good time!
Jaguar27
07-30-08, 03:00 PM
I just did a search on Red Rock because we're going to be at the Red Rock Resort for a few Days next week, sunday 3rd of August untill the 6th...
The only route I've fround so far is from the resort, west on Charleston (hwy 159) then right on the RR Scenic route...
Any tips or suggestions?
I know it's gonna be hot!!
Hi,
My wife and I stayed at the same resort a couple of weeks ago. My favorite resort to-date in the Las Vegas area.
I rode with the Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club (http://vegasbikeclub.org/) on Saturday and then I rode by myself on Sunday. I did two laps of the Red Rock scenic loop. They have water at the visitor center. I really enjoyed riding out there.
Luwin1026
07-30-08, 04:05 PM
Red Rock FTW!!!
http://luwin.smugmug.com/photos/101215686_p8hUK-M.jpg
http://luwin.smugmug.com/photos/101215689_AxCyy-M.jpg
Jaguar27
07-31-08, 03:41 PM
Hi,
My wife and I stayed at the same resort a couple of weeks ago. My favorite resort to-date in the Las Vegas area.
I rode with the Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club (http://vegasbikeclub.org/) on Saturday and then I rode by myself on Sunday. I did two laps of the Red Rock scenic loop. They have water at the visitor center. I really enjoyed riding out there.
Thanks Cleave, I was wondering about water on that route, we're looking forward to it, I'll take some pics and post them here....
alicestrong
07-31-08, 05:19 PM
Red Rock FTW!!!
http://luwin.smugmug.com/photos/101215686_p8hUK-M.jpg
Nice photo!
...another place I'd like to explore on a bike. :)
Garfield Cat
07-31-08, 07:28 PM
I just did a search on Red Rock because we're going to be at the Red Rock Resort for a few Days next week, sunday 3rd of August untill the 6th...
The only route I've fround so far is from the resort, west on Charleston (hwy 159) then right on the RR Scenic route...
Any tips or suggestions?
I know it's gonna be hot!!
Try calling the bike shop McGhie's 702 252-8077. 4035 S. Fort Apache Road, LV
On the other side of West Charleston Blvd near the Red Rock Resort, but further east, will be a shopping center with a Starbuck's. That's where a lot of the riders meet for their morning rides over the weekend.
nygirl777
08-01-08, 12:41 AM
Hey Jag, I got your email. You will be fine with 2 water bottles. The ride up to the scenic loop is only 6 miles and the loop itself is only 13 miles. Generally speaking most riders continue west on Charleston down to either Blue Diamond Rd ( rt 160 ) where there is a store and gas station or they turn off and go to the McGhies Outpost and there is a small store there. On Wednesday the las vegas cycling club has a ride that goes in the area minus the loop. They start at that Starbucks on Charleston and Hualapai right across from the Hotel. If you are riding after 3pm yours truly is available :twitchy::p
PS>>>> Hi everyone else long time no see or ride with :(
Hi nygirl777,
I thought too late about contacting you when we went out there a few weeks ago. Did the Saturday ride with the Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club and went to Blue Diamond Road, etc. Nice group of people. It was an exceptionally cloudy and cool Saturday in July, the 12th, and everyone on the ride commented on how I picked the perfect weekend to ride in Las Vegas. Sunday was a bit warmer but still pretty nice.
nygirl777
08-01-08, 05:43 PM
Hi nygirl777,
I thought too late about contacting you when we went out there a few weeks ago. Did the Saturday ride with the Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club and went to Blue Diamond Road, etc. Nice group of people. It was an exceptionally cloudy and cool Saturday in July, the 12th, and everyone on the ride commented on how I picked the perfect weekend to ride in Las Vegas. Sunday was a bit warmer but still pretty nice.
Suuuuuuuuuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeeee Cleave :( j/k --- yes they are a really social bunch. Glad you got to ride with them. My daughters birthday party was that weekend so I wouldn't have been able to make it anyway so you are partially off the hook :twitchy:
Jaguar27
08-07-08, 01:43 AM
Hey Jag, I got your email. You will be fine with 2 water bottles. The ride up to the scenic loop is only 6 miles and the loop itself is only 13 miles. Generally speaking most riders continue west on Charleston down to either Blue Diamond Rd ( rt 160 ) where there is a store and gas station or they turn off and go to the McGhies Outpost and there is a small store there. On Wednesday the las vegas cycling club has a ride that goes in the area minus the loop. They start at that Starbucks on Charleston and Hualapai right across from the Hotel. If you are riding after 3pm yours truly is available :twitchy::p
PS>>>> Hi everyone else long time no see or ride with :(
Thanks nygirl, sorry, I just saw this post, we just got back tonight...
We had a blast, we rode Monday and Tuesday Mornings from the red rock resort up around the loop and back, it was a great ride...
We rolled out from the Hotel at 6 am, the weather was kind to us, it only got kinda hot after we descended back to 159 which as you know, took us back to the resort, the first day we all ran out of water, I guess we didn't conserve enough, but the next Day we were fine once we knew what to expect...
We will probably be back next month hopefully...
I took a ton of pics so I'll post some when I get a chance...
Cheers for now
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Jaguar27
08-07-08, 01:50 AM
Try calling the bike shop McGhie's 702 252-8077. 4035 S. Fort Apache Road, LV
On the other side of West Charleston Blvd near the Red Rock Resort, but further east, will be a shopping center with a Starbuck's. That's where a lot of the riders meet for their morning rides over the weekend.
Thanks Garfield, we rented 4 Bikes from them, they were great, they even delivered the Bikes to the Hotel, highly recommended, thanks a lot!
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