Dee Wright observatory, No bikes just cool
Gage lovin the McKenzie
Ashton Lovin his first real single track with Mom running sweep
Hurry up and get the picture before the mosquitoes get us
Ashton made it. He still wanted more. Moms happy there's no crying
The only picture I took on the Bachelor ride. I couldn't bring myself to stop the flow.
Gage pedaling as fast as he can.
I think he needs a better bike
Lovin it at Phil's
Not lovin it at Phil's. A little dirt sample builds charactor.
Both kids were bleeding a little.I've been having trouble taking pictures while I'm here in Bend OR. It's hard to justify stopping the flow of these amazing trails. Sean and I explored 25 miles out of Phil's trailhead the other night. We were the last people out of the parking lot at 9:45. Its really easy to get lost in the dark, even when the trails are marked.
Tuesday morning I took the family to the bottom of McKenzie river trail for a couple miles of flow. I think my youngest son finally got bit by the mountain bike bug. He was all grins and singing the whole time. My oldest was riding harder and faster than ever before.
Wednesday we re-enlisted the boys at Cog Wild for a guided tour from Mt Bachelor to Bend. The guys were awesome. They provided us with lunch and miles of single track all the way back to town. There was a group of nine and I think every one of us had had enough. The guides were more than willing to take us on more but I'm not sure we could have done it. Again I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cog Wild if you're ever in Bend.
Thursday played out pretty mellow riding wise. Spent most the day goofing off with the family and then we decided to get some trail time in. I took them all up to Phil's for a short lap. This place is amazing, you can ride for as short or as long as you like. Or as hard or a easy as you like. We did about 4 miles. I finally got the courage to ride some logs while we were out there messing around. Anyone that knows me understands what a big deal this is(check the vid). Over all I'd have to say Bend has some of the most beginner friendly trails anywhere, but it never leaves the more advanced rider wanting.
Tuesday morning I took the family to the bottom of McKenzie river trail for a couple miles of flow. I think my youngest son finally got bit by the mountain bike bug. He was all grins and singing the whole time. My oldest was riding harder and faster than ever before.
Wednesday we re-enlisted the boys at Cog Wild for a guided tour from Mt Bachelor to Bend. The guys were awesome. They provided us with lunch and miles of single track all the way back to town. There was a group of nine and I think every one of us had had enough. The guides were more than willing to take us on more but I'm not sure we could have done it. Again I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cog Wild if you're ever in Bend.
Thursday played out pretty mellow riding wise. Spent most the day goofing off with the family and then we decided to get some trail time in. I took them all up to Phil's for a short lap. This place is amazing, you can ride for as short or as long as you like. Or as hard or a easy as you like. We did about 4 miles. I finally got the courage to ride some logs while we were out there messing around. Anyone that knows me understands what a big deal this is(check the vid). Over all I'd have to say Bend has some of the most beginner friendly trails anywhere, but it never leaves the more advanced rider wanting.
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