tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62135734610745988452024-03-12T17:09:38.211-07:00FT3 TacostrongCounselmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09395484770982495325noreply@blogger.comBlogger798125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-52600748767191811002020-02-11T10:19:00.003-08:002020-02-11T10:19:57.969-08:00Post No Car PostMoving from text thread to more appropriate domain for musings, misgivings, and more.<br />
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Last week marked the end of an era, with yet another principal (pithy) member taking flight. Ok, it's really just a long, but lovely drive through wine country. Some of us celebrated on Friday at Melters. Non FT3 folks were in abundance, as was laughter and cold beverage.<br />
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There will be more celebrating this evening, perhaps the buff trails, mild temps, and general spring like conditions. The latter brings me out of retirement and (for now) more dedicated to two wheeled pursuits.<br />
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We are at 5, cinco, cinc, cinque.Counselmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09395484770982495325noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-19269760205321781532020-02-05T10:31:00.003-08:002020-02-05T10:33:04.700-08:00Ode to NoCarWe never want to anticipate that there will be a last FT3 Tuesday. But with little fan fair NoCar quietly declared he would be riding Tuesday, 2/4/20 like it was his last. And while NoCar shall go on to ride "gentrified trails" in the bay area as Buttons would say, we know that we have not heard the last of NoCar. He will be just a car drive away in Santa Rosa, where the gentrified trails will welcome FT3, as we will him when he travels back to the Sierra to see his old friends for snow or bike play. In the same state, nonetheless. So we will make more memories soon enough. For now let's look back on all the incredible memories we have made over the past decade plus. PBR after PBR, taco after taco after taco. Shred on NoCar.<br />
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With all due respect and love from your least favorite FT3er, Cap'n.<br />
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Tonight should be more of the same; buffed out trails, cool temps, clear skies. Though there will also be something different, some new surprise that FT3 hasn't experienced, because there always is. Another Tuesday to savor, before its your last. nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-59905555734123495622020-01-28T12:11:00.000-08:002020-01-28T12:11:23.589-08:00The Good StuffWe got to shred all of the surface types last week, from snowpack to buffed dry and everything in between. A fashion show was required to find the right outfits for the pleasant though threateningly wet conditions. And the ride was followed by a leisurely taco session as the three least concerned about bedtime riders chilled around the propane heater until Wednesday.<br />
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Conditions should be ideal this evening. Normal start.nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-40250164498053233442020-01-21T11:47:00.000-08:002020-01-21T11:47:10.766-08:00Keep Your Parmesan DryEveryone enjoyed riding through Cronan and the Greenwood Creek parking lot was a great site for tacos but, brrrrrr the taco session was cold. Without the advantage of heaters, as the temperature of the wet air dropped below freezing, riders crowded around the lantern to keep their hands warm. No one dared eat tacos with gloves on for fear that the taco discharge would ruin them forever. Perhaps on freezing nights we should reconsider our menu. <br />
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Once again, the past week has been dominated by snow sports.<br />
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Time to get back out on the dirt. About a tenth of an inch is forecast for ride time tonight. meetup at Blue Gouge sometime after 6. <br />
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<br />nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-54120812195178929232020-01-14T11:55:00.001-08:002020-01-14T11:55:38.998-08:00Wetter Where?Wrapping up last week's idyllic ride at the top of Park Creek Road, the suggestion was made to switch up the ride location again this week and head out to the Cronan Ranch trails. I believe the Magnolia Ranch TH was picked for the taco site. Wet and cold up the hill though it doesn't look like Pollywood got any snow. Wet and not quite as cold in Cronan.nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-41018743453872086892020-01-07T10:19:00.001-08:002020-01-07T10:19:24.169-08:00Good Clean DirtThrough December FT3 clearly logged more miles on the slopes than they did on the trails. But, now the snow sucks and the dirt is prime so let's go mountain biking!<br />
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Temps above freezing, high humidity, .big moon, should be a great nightnocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-21251454951834071742019-12-26T12:26:00.002-08:002019-12-26T12:26:44.650-08:00Fat Tire Taco ThursdaySince no one was IN this Tuesday, the FT3 Executive Steering Committee decided to move the normal events to tonight. All the same fun just substitute the T, what could be easier. <div>
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The taco session was punctuated by wind gusts that tried to steal our shelter, and we narrowly avoided a tent fire when a flurry of snow hit the stove and grease burst into flames.<br />
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Looking ahead, Mrs. Nocar let me know that I would NOT be able to ride on Tuesday, December 24. As I am probably not the only one in this situation, how about A Fat Tire Taco Thursday that week?nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-86552721489482645702019-11-25T11:50:00.000-08:002019-11-25T11:50:11.864-08:00Time to Put Your Tacos Where Your Mouth IsThe FT3 Untethered experiment has been nothing less than a radiant success. Since the very beginning, the tacos have been delicious<br />
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Last week got the littlest taste of what is to come, as developing showers forced the end of the taco session and one rider described it as "the coldest I've been in my life."<br />
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The Tuesday Pollywood forecast is for six inches of snow between 4 and 10 pm. We could ride lower, but that would mean riding in rain instead of snow (lame). Since this is the start of the storm, it is unlikely that the snow will begin sticking immediately. However, it will start accumulating before we finish eating tacos, so it may be treacherous trying to haul a trailer out of the normal parking spot. Alternatives could be either the equestrian pull out or the EID pay parking lot, as both have a downhill exit. Whatever we decide, the ride will probably be on the short side as we will need to devote time and energy to figuring out how we can have a relatively warm and dry dinner. nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-81239270308256495462019-11-19T10:48:00.001-08:002019-11-19T10:48:41.028-08:00Riding High AgainThe extended summer of 2019 is providing for the proliferation of FT3 rides in the high country. Grandiose plans remain in place even with NoCar riding the couch. The Van provides the access to the high country, adventure and limited sleep. Will you be among the select group who create memories and assert that last Tuesday was the best Tuesday, especially because you were there?<br />
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<br />nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-80113193336867904532019-11-05T12:43:00.003-08:002019-11-05T12:43:55.088-08:00One Hour LateSunset at 4:58 tonight, so don't forget to charge your lights. And check your chain for defects.<br />
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ONEnocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-31365038628006352602019-10-08T11:12:00.001-07:002019-10-08T11:12:46.063-07:00Fine Particulate MatterWe finally accomplished the much anticipated Loon Lake Loop last week; huge granite slabs, chunky jeep trails, and flowy singletrack. Fortunately, we didn't have a good idea of how long it would take. Returning to the van at 11:30, the call was made to no-taco.<br />
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Which means this week we are going to have to extra-taco. Reportedly the controlled burns in Pollywood are being extinguished. The air quality monitors are showing a steady decline in PM 2.5 as the day continues. A good night for a normal roll out. nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-59903576883154848132019-09-24T10:13:00.000-07:002019-09-24T10:37:13.372-07:00RED FLAG WARNINGAfter acquiescing to several requests to return to Pollywood last week, the Loon Lake Loop is back in consideration for tonight's ride. Of course, that plan likely requires the substantial resources of Jr. Rideleader, and his employer may have other plans for him this evening.<br />
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XT will NOT be able to make the ride tonight. Though, he does intend to meet at Blue Gouge for tacos. So, back to the simple schedule for this evening.nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-22173835795622470842019-09-16T20:05:00.003-07:002019-09-16T20:05:54.438-07:00What Trail Is Sickest?Last week we hiked a Trail That Will Not Be Named, and then dropped a trail through high mountain meadows, followed by an ascent of the best part of the XP. Temps got down to 36F during the taco session. <div>
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Exciting though it was, that ride was just practice for the more ambitious undertaking this evening.<br />
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For starters, this guy came to visit<br />
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But, there still remains room for improvement. Pollywood trails are dusty.<br />
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nocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-47676192723196970702019-08-06T10:02:00.003-07:002019-08-06T11:04:49.064-07:00Dedicated to Tacos + Rose 2 KeysI called XTeric this weekend and he was at Costco. He was rolling solo, as the family didn't want to join him. He was there for one purpose. FT3. Shopping for FT3 Untethered. Getting supplies. If you ask yourself, who is most dedicated to FT3's untethered status, it is clearly XTeric, he is FT3's Golden Boy. He spent the evening last night working on NoCar's hammered bike as well. Three cheers for XTeric. Alas, tonight we go untethered once again. Don't miss it.<br />
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Head count: Cap'n, NoCar, XTeric, Fro, Newb, UL for half ride? Any others?<br />
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<li>Do a ride with Cappy if your available to leave early (I am leaving Pville before Noon on Saturday to get a short Tahoe ride in before the evening festivities at the Keys house, if you can join me hit me up.)</li>
<li>Meet at the Keys house, time TBD (Fro please advise). How many does Keys house sleep, should we bring pads and sleeping bags etc? </li>
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<li>Drop Armstrong/Corral and roll to Keys House. </li>
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Cappyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14338593170510768234noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-59514698978877920532019-07-30T11:23:00.002-07:002019-07-30T11:23:40.382-07:00Don't Touch That TetherThe second night of untethered tacos was as glorious as the first.<br />
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Though perhaps we enjoyed the no-ride-bedtime concept too much. We started late, rode far and then lingered after dinner; didn't make it home until Wednesday.<br />
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Cappyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14338593170510768234noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-3559851719043857592019-07-15T12:34:00.001-07:002019-07-15T12:34:21.489-07:00FT3 UNTETHEREDIts happened at least twice before. We made our own dinner.<br />
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On a scale of 1 to 5, both nights were beyond categorization.<br />
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We will meet at the Blue Gouge Mine Road parking lot (also the Fleming Trailhead parking lot, also the start of Redneck Rising) at the usual time. XT has picked up everything for dinner service (food rye, cookware, taco baskets,...). Additional offerings encouraged. Also, everyone should bring a chair, a headlamp, and a shot glass if you think you'll want one. If this works out we'll never have a ride bed time again! (At least not until its raining slush.)<br />
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ONEnocarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09321842270221976367noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213573461074598845.post-59771119465059106072019-07-09T10:27:00.000-07:002019-07-09T11:29:25.373-07:00Taco ReportLast Tuesday was very different.<br />
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Even the route had a different flavor. Biased to the northeast, we hit SPI roads, Park Creek, Barnes Back, 1A, and B is for Barf. Felt like the days when Lars would lead.<br />
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The pine Lodge was moderately busy when we arrived, and nobody noticed us. Chickenbake didn't ask for Taco Handles. And the party was still going when we left. Though Cappy hated everything about the experience at first, by the time we were leaving he couldn't wait to come back. And the consensus was that we would give it another Tuesday.<br />
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Bring cash for your tacos, if possible. Bar tab is separate from meal tab. The carnitas tacos (pictured) are superior. The ground beef are mediocre, though Chickenbake acknowledged that they weren't her best. I had no problem eating six. Wednesday morning reactions were mixed. At the parking area there is plenty of room to park down towards the gate and still be off the road. Do NOT make eye contact with the loud chick at the end of the bar. <br />
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For anyone still reading, the running of Strawberry Kirkwood that went down on Sunday was the hardest ever.<br />
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The Strawberry Jeep Road threw every possible condition at us, from long snow rides to hub-deep mud.<br />
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