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[Stihldog]

When I was young (~20) …

Been there. I’ve had a few of these “Oh Sh*t” moments.

Now it happens when I go OTB. It’s kinda funny that we can think of so many things while this is happening …favourite colour, personal regrets, happy memories etc .…and then you hit something.

Since I’ve retired I’ve never cut down a live tree. But there are some snags (standing dead tree) around our trails.







It could be that I see things differently and recognize the potential dangers. I know that a snag can fall over at any time and sometimes a slight vibration can cause them to fall. Since I maintain our trails (along with several others)and occasionally resurrect old and abandoned trails, I “sanitize” the area. But I could never make it perfect. There will always be a certain amount of risk. Btw, I never drop a snag without an observer positioned at a safe distance.

 

[Binhill1]

Very cold out today especially the last 5 miles on road home . De feet get colder as i get older haha . Thought I was going to have to turn back at the fallen tree but managed to get round it. The local authority doesn't keep the harbour entrance clear anymore cutbacks ? amazing.

 

[steve_sordy]

@Binhill1 in post # 14252 above, last pic. That is the kind of sapling that I get to cut down all the time, sometimes as many as five in one compact group. But my biggest is an 8" diameter tree, limited by the 7" blade on my folding saw. It was across the trail and was very long, I had to cut that bugger twice!

 

[Binhill1]

@Binhill1 in post # 14252 above, last pic. That is the kind of sapling that I get to cut down all the time, sometimes as many as five in one compact group. But my biggest is an 8" diameter tree, limited by the 7" blade on my folding saw. It was across the trail and was very long, I had to cut that bugger twice!

I can hear Stihldog laughing now .

 

[Stihldog]

I can hear Stihldog laughing now .

Kinda funny …but only for a moment. Size doesn’t matter in this industry
A small deciduous tree can be as dangerous as an 8’ conifer. Maybe worse.

A small Xmas tree size sapling , under tension, almost ripped my face off once. That was a lesson.

A limb, about the size of a baseball bat , just missed my chest and imbedded itself into my bicep. I only saw a blurr but it hit my arm so hard, and so fast, that it spun me around like a corkscrew. I layed on my back and thought “damm”, I just broke my arm.

The next 7 hours is what I call; Planes, Trains and Automobiles. It ended in the hospital …but that’s another story.

 

[glixerd]

 

[Tonybro]

No bikes as didn't take it but I was in Garlieston overnight on Tuesday and it was nice and clear and frosty by Wednesday morning. Took the dog for his morning walk at dawn and took a couple of pictures looking across to the harbour...

 

[steve_sordy]

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That pic looks like you ride a bike with just one arm! If so, then top marks to you and 100% genuine admiration from me.
I need both limbs just to put my bike away.

 

[Binhill1]

I was only joking , but after all the big trees @Stihldog cut down the night before I couldn't help it. Any way no room in my rucksack what with the PLB,Survival bag, flask and sandwiches and tools .

 

[Stihldog]

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How did you mount the brakes or dropper? I’m curious?

I was only joking , but after all the big trees @Stihldog cut down the night before I couldn't help it. Any way no room in my rucksack what with the PLB,Survival bag, flask and sandwiches and tools .

Hey! I was tired after all that splaining …had to extend my afternoon nap . Steve is clearing trails and rucksacks need to be organized … I’m still chasing butterflies

 

[Stihldog]

I can hear Stihldog laughing now .

Now that I think of it …I’ve had more injuries on an eMTB than I ever had as a Faller.
In the past 5 years on the eMTB;
-2 concussions
-broken clavicle
-pelvis injury
-hip injury
-shoulder injury
-face injury
-multiple shin injuries(those can be heard anywhere in the world)
-foot injury
-finger injury
-knee injury
-my poor little berries injury
-elbow injury
-and numerous close calls

I’m probably preaching to the choir here; but this hobby can be risky.…and the wages suck

 

[Binhill1]

Now that I think of it …I’ve had more injuries on an eMTB than I ever had as a Faller.
In the past 5 years on the eMTB;
-2 concussions
-broken clavicle
-pelvis injury
-hip injury
-shoulder injury
-face injury
-multiple shin injuries(those can be heard anywhere in the world)
-foot injury
-finger injury
-knee injury
-my poor little berries injury
-elbow injury
-and numerous close calls

I’m probably preaching to the choir here; but this hobby can be risky.…and the wages suck

Like to say they are character building but I don't think they are.

 

[steve_sordy]

Now that I think of it …I’ve had more injuries on an eMTB than I ever had as a Faller.
In the past 5 years on the eMTB;
-2 concussions
-broken clavicle
-pelvis injury
-hip injury
-shoulder injury
-face injury
-multiple shin injuries(those can be heard anywhere in the world)
-foot injury
-finger injury
-knee injury
-my poor little berries injury
-elbow injury
-and numerous close calls

I’m probably preaching to the choir here; but this hobby can be risky.…and the wages suck

You should consider taking more care of yourself. You are not getting any younger!
Trouble is that you will then feel older!
However, I confess to a vague feeling of satisfaction when my non-riding acquaintances ask after my health when I'm hobbling about, or when the osteopath is raising an eyebrow at my bruises.

 

[Stihldog]

You should consider taking more care of yourself. You are not getting any younger!
Trouble is that you will then feel older!
However, I confess to a vague feeling of satisfaction when my non-riding acquaintances ask after my health when I'm hobbling about, or when the osteopath is raising an eyebrow at my bruises.

I can only hope when I’m 75yrs, while riding on my nuclear-powered eMTB, that I still have some healing powers.

Our couches are comfy but most of us are adrenaline junkies.

Each morning, on our trails, a group of us ole-farts(6-10) head up. When we cross paths we always stop for some jaw-wagging or discus trail conditions. It’s a few of the 75ish riders that blow-my-mind. I can’t imagine and can only hope.

There’s one guy, 74ish, after our eMTB ride, goes home, jumps on his gravel bike and rides another 40-60kms. Are you friggen serious?

 

[Binhill1]

You should consider taking more care of yourself. You are not getting any younger!
Trouble is that you will then feel older!
However, I confess to a vague feeling of satisfaction when my non-riding acquaintances ask after my health when I'm hobbling about, or when the osteopath is raising an eyebrow at my bruises.

I got two teeth out Tuesday the sympathy has been amazing. I just put a hand to my mouth and i get a , are you alright

 

[irie]

I got two teeth out Tuesday the sympathy has been amazing. I just put a hand to my mouth and i get a , are you alright

I went to the dentist today and walked out with a much lighter wallet.

 

[Binhill1]

I went to the dentist today and walked out with a much lighter wallet.

Brilliant. Makes you understand why our parents got them all removed in one go ,ouch.

 

[irie]

Brilliant. Makes you understand why our parents got them all removed in one go ,ouch.

Wasn't to remove teeth, quite the opposite. When I now smile at friends and they say wow, your teeth look great, I now say my teeth are made of money.

 

[Stihldog]

I went to the dentist today and walked out with a much lighter wallet.

I fortunately still have most of my teeth …even after my pathetic hockey career.

My wife and I both had dental insurance through our employers …double dipping on insurance would bring the price down to almost zero $

 

[steve_sordy]

My mum had to have all her teeth out when she was pregnant with me. Apparently, her body prioritised my need for calcium above hers. Her diet might have been a bit lacking; the UK was still being rationed at the time!
The good old days heh?

 

[irie]

I fortunately still have most of my teeth …even after my pathetic hockey career.

My wife and I both had dental insurance through our employers …double dipping on insurance would bring the price down to almost zero $

I also have most of my teeth but being a post war baby (1947 pre fluoride) and after years of abuse by other dentists they weren't in exactly pristine condition

 

[valecek]

chrismas come earlier this year. superdeluxe thrushaft is on packate,but screw from trek (8e per 1 ks) comes next week.

edit- and i know front disc is reverse... it was my job

 

[Stihldog]

chrismas come earlier this year. superdeluxe thrushaft is on packate,but screw from trek (8e per 1 ks) comes next week.

edit- and i know front disc is reverse... it was my job
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A Reverb Dropper? Please say you added that later . 150mm?

 

[Binhill1]

I can only hope when I’m 75yrs, while riding on my nuclear-powered eMTB, that I still have some healing powers.

Our couches are comfy but most of us are adrenaline junkies.

Each morning, on our trails, a group of us ole-farts(6-10) head up. When we cross paths we always stop for some jaw-wagging or discus trail conditions. It’s a few of the 75ish riders that blow-my-mind. I can’t imagine and can only hope.

There’s one guy, 74ish, after our eMTB ride, goes home, jumps on his gravel bike and rides another 40-60kms. Are you friggen serious?

Sadly we may never reach that level, or would you actually want to. I'm 70 next year and happy enough with my lifestyle.

 

[spurty30]

Came across this today whilst exploring a local forest . Not seen a rock split rock this large before , just wide enough to ride through at speed

 

[Binhill1]

Came across this today whilst exploring a local forest . Not seen a rock split rock this large before , just wide enough to ride through at speed

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Impressive

 

[valecek]

Reverb dropper? Povedzte, že ste to pridali neskôr. 150 mm?

170 mm reverb axs, it was my first update on trek rail 7. brakes,cranks,wheels,axs come today

 

[Stihldog]

170 mm reverb axs, it was my first update on trek rail 7. brakes,cranks,wheels,axs come today

Same here. The 170mm just fit into a medium sized Rail. Love that thing …but I know w it’s a luxury. I installed the AXS GX derailer also. …and a few other upgrades . Watch your bank account

 

[valecek]

if I die, I am affraid when my wife sold a trek to 3k

 

[Arminius]

170 mm reverb axs, it was my first update on trek rail 7. brakes,cranks,wheels,axs come today

Is the sattle nose a little bit to much down?