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Post by jingo on Dec 11, 2007 17:18:22 GMT 8
The team will be meeting this evening regarding which category each member will join. I was in the mixed the last 24 hr, we might decide to put me in the all- men's otherwise its you and me buddy mano- a- mano... yup your up 3-1... See you Sat! woohoo!!! the old rivalry is back! haha! this would be very interesting! looks like both have trained for this. goodluck to both of you! |
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Post by Alphabolt on Dec 11, 2007 20:53:08 GMT 8
Heyheyhey Jimmy my racer idol! It seems you and Ramon have been training real hard for this race...I ve heard you ve both done many training sessions sa ibang trails ... have those tubeless wheelset prepped well k...flats gallore daw...it just might spell the diff  why have riders been getting a lot of flats?  Kate's recon thread reports state that Ryan aka SDRyan (a non newbie hard rider) had about 4 flats in one recon day + Jason bikedaddy got one flat It must be the various bits along the trail ...maybe some metal strips etc |
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Post by 32by18 on Dec 11, 2007 21:45:07 GMT 8
Hi Arnel - metal strips, nails, etc may be possible culprits but when I rode the course it seemed devoid of such objects. Sharp rocks and stutter bumps possibly but I think the cement curbs may be the ones to blame for pinch flats. There's a short section where you have to hop off a curb and hop back on to the next lot's curb. Could be that. The start also poses a challenge as it's an asphalt road that turns left into the course - a bottleneck onto single/doubletrack. May be less of an issue since this is an endurance race, and not a sprint race. I think Sabak will be putting wooden ramps to make the transitions from asphalt to dirt smoother (and less flat-prone) Hopefully the course will be less bumpy come race day  |
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Post by Alphabolt on Dec 12, 2007 9:12:24 GMT 8
Hi Arnel - metal strips, nails, etc may be possible culprits but when I rode the course it seemed devoid of such objects. Sharp rocks and stutter bumps possibly but I think the cement curbs may be the ones to blame for pinch flats. There's a short section where you have to hop off a curb and hop back on to the next lot's curb. Could be that. The start also poses a challenge as it's an asphalt road that turns left into the course - a bottleneck onto single/doubletrack. May be less of an issue since this is an endurance race, and not a sprint race. I think Sabak will be putting wooden ramps to make the transitions from asphalt to dirt smoother (and less flat-prone) Hopefully the course will be less bumpy come race day that s great to know thanks , Agu! I havent been able to check the course yet despite my proximity to it. A kid of mine s been sick lately and work has been toxic Hopefully I get to practice pa. Im just aiming to finish the race with minimal aches and mech probs ..hopefully See you, bros! |
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Post by grnhrnt on Dec 12, 2007 15:48:34 GMT 8
For those who are interested, Boyok and I are doing a night ride tonight of the track. We will be there around 7:30. Just show up if you can make it.
Ramon
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Post by king on Dec 12, 2007 15:59:28 GMT 8
serious niyo naman. i expect to be laying back, having a couple of beers by that time on raceday  For those who are interested, Boyok and I are doing a night ride tonight of the track. We will be there around 7:30. Just show up if you can make it. Ramon |
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Post by oldschool on Dec 12, 2007 16:37:19 GMT 8
serious niyo naman. i expect to be laying back, having a couple of beers by that time on raceday Unless they come up with a SS category and you're in line to win it ha ha |
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Post by Superbad on Dec 12, 2007 17:57:12 GMT 8
serious niyo naman. i expect to be laying back, having a couple of beers by that time on raceday For those who are interested, Boyok and I are doing a night ride tonight of the track. We will be there around 7:30. Just show up if you can make it. Ramon who's in charge of the beer? ?? I'll bring a big@ss cooler for us! |
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Post by oceanrider88 on Dec 12, 2007 18:23:05 GMT 8
X-mas party after the race? yahoo!!!! sana may bikewash after the event with hot chics in bikinis |
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Post by grnhrnt on Dec 12, 2007 21:38:28 GMT 8
hahaha... yeah, serious nga... hehehe. Play hard, party harder... words to live by
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Post by BrusKO on Dec 12, 2007 22:47:57 GMT 8
There's just something about drunk men in tights... Right Raul? Tried the course today. I had to lessen my rear shock's air from 160 to 130. Quite significant a figure but it didn't do didly sh1t when I rode on the tracks again. After about two rounds, both my arms were nearly numb and my earphones kept popping out of my ears- Ganun katagtag! They should do something about the sidewalk-crossing portion. See you all on Saturday! |
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Post by g.b.b on Dec 13, 2007 9:05:22 GMT 8
There's just something about drunk men in tights... Right Raul? Tried the course today. I had to lessen my rear shock's air from 160 to 130. Quite significant a figure but it didn't do didly sh1t when I rode on the tracks again. After about two rounds, both my arms were nearly numb and my earphones kept popping out of my ears- Ganun katagtag! They should do something about the sidewalk-crossing portion. See you all on Saturday! you might just be "gigil" coz you were trying to catch up with dandan that's why you became almost numb after two rounds........ ask dandan if he also experience that too......... |
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Post by feline13 on Dec 13, 2007 11:35:46 GMT 8
hi rissa! are you joining? Hey King! Sadly, our Company Christmas Party is gonna be on the night before the race. Till the wee hours of the morning na yun, I was just using the track for practice and a dose of cardio since it's very much near my workplace. Was there again yesterday and was able to see rolaine. Will be biking again later after work (5ish). No more bike practice lately eh. |
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Post by feline13 on Dec 13, 2007 11:44:19 GMT 8
was able to check out the track last saturday. i biked to work (overtime though) from makati - i was there around 9ish and went back at around 4:30pm. lotsa riders in the morning - tried out the whole track before i left alabang. twas enjoyable - bumpy with my pink hardtail though. It was you we saw last saturday. You are wearing army green hard shell helmet. It was my friend you asked for direction going to sabak. Nice seeing you there ma'am. Oh cool! Sayang, you should've intro'd yourself and friends I was still out of breath from the B2W stint and decided to check out the place then - needed to go as I need to get back to the office and freshen up after looking for sabak ;D Good luck if you and your friends are joining! |
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Post by Alphabolt on Dec 13, 2007 13:00:59 GMT 8
Uy Rissa s here pala ! Let s see each other race day k ! I tried the race track today for the first time. It s a well made track courtesy of the SABAK boys. Typical Sabak track (circa The Fort 4X track) ...its very challenging with lotsa bumps and turns Kudos to SABAK for a superb track. At only 2.6kms you ll be hard pressed to find a more challenging XC track anywhere watch out for the turns and dips though if you miss the hard packed lines, you might wash out ..like I did chasing after Unyo The challenging course makes me think of joining the team cat. but I might still do it solo met Dranrev who biked all the way from trece martires (2 hrs away) |
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Post by king on Dec 13, 2007 13:45:11 GMT 8
to: the sabak boys
re: pre-registration
i sent my reg for & deposit slip to sabaksports@mydestiny.net. i was wondering whether it's been received since i didn't receive any confirmation. just wanted to confirm especially since the slots may be limited. in addition, is there also a fax number? some of my friends wanted to fax the form but the fax number isn't indicated on it. thanks!
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Post by Ka Verong on Dec 13, 2007 15:16:11 GMT 8
Whoa... because its you who spoke, I'm beginning to think twice, coz I'm thinking of going rigid. Think, think, think... There's just something about drunk men in tights... Right Raul? Tried the course today. I had to lessen my rear shock's air from 160 to 130. Quite significant a figure but it didn't do didly sh1t when I rode on the tracks again. After about two rounds, both my arms were nearly numb and my earphones kept popping out of my ears- Ganun katagtag! They should do something about the sidewalk-crossing portion. See you all on Saturday! |
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Post by titusx on Dec 13, 2007 15:25:28 GMT 8
HI King...yes we got your registration and deposit slip thru the mail...Thanks a lot! For those who need to fax it the number is 819-1733. Thanks much.
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Post by Ben Dover on Dec 13, 2007 15:33:06 GMT 8
don't think too much ka verong...G.B.B. is probably right. ;D
but hey, don't listen to me...i haven't seen the track yet.
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Post by king on Dec 13, 2007 15:36:23 GMT 8
thanks! see you on saturday HI King...yes we got your registration and deposit slip thru the mail...Thanks a lot! For those who need to fax it the number is 819-1733. Thanks much. |
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Post by Ka Verong on Dec 13, 2007 16:05:32 GMT 8
I guess you are right, after-all, I'll be there to enjoy & beat myself & not really race among the tops. Thanks... don't think too much ka verong...G.B.B. is probably right. ;D but hey, don't listen to me...i haven't seen the track yet. |
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Post by berns on Dec 13, 2007 17:17:39 GMT 8
An all mountain rig or aggressive xc and must be a full sus bike very exciting race track!
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Post by radical1962 on Dec 14, 2007 6:10:45 GMT 8
I tried the track on my NRS last Wednesday with Bikedaddy and Kate. It is indeed a fun course and very MATAGTAG! I entirely agree with Bruce, the stutter bumps and that transition from pavement to dirt is quite challenging ... but isn't what it's supposed to be?! It should be fun. And I almost washed out in some of the switchback sections. It's really hard to speed up on that course.
A good Trail/AM ride should do the trick. I think the Trance would be a better weapon of choice on that track.
Anyway, I was really planned on joining but I was just told that we were having our Barkada X'mas Party during the same day so I have to bail out and it is also my kid's lantern parade "ek ek" in the afternoon. Goodluck to you guys and have fun!
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Post by posible21 on Dec 14, 2007 8:05:09 GMT 8
shameless repost, hehe... is there anyone i (and my bike) can hitch a ride with? willing to share gas expenses (and beer!). 0928 9522672 any kind souls? i'm from Diliman QC area. my last resort is to get a (pretty expensive) cab ride. and i'd rather spend my moolah on a sanmig lite. ;D |
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Post by posible21 on Dec 14, 2007 9:06:12 GMT 8
shameless repost, hehe... is there anyone i (and my bike) can hitch a ride with? willing to share gas expenses (and beer!). 0928 9522672 any kind souls? i'm from Diliman QC area. my last resort is to get a (pretty expensive) cab ride. and i'd rather spend my moolah on a sanmig lite. ;D will be hitching with seacid/boy siojo na. thanks boy! you're the best!  |
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Post by 'Bee' on Dec 14, 2007 10:00:25 GMT 8
Bee, you going to be in town for this? See you there. Ramon, I wish I could, brad. The price of the ticket is so expensive this time of the year. Have fun! While you guys are racing, NVP and HK PMTBers will be riding the Chi Ma Wan Trail in Lantau. |
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Post by oldschool on Dec 14, 2007 11:01:47 GMT 8
An all mountain rig or aggressive xc and must be a full sus bike very exciting race track! Actually based on last Sunday's recon, a short travel fs xc with the suspension tuned for stutter bumps would be the optimal ride. Lower air pressures, faster rebounds, less compression damping should smooth things out even with only 3-4" of travel. No big hits on this course to favor an AM, though it would certainly be more comfy |
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Post by Ka Verong on Dec 14, 2007 11:14:39 GMT 8
I checked the tracks early this morning. Yup, the track has lots of ruts & bumps (it sent my water canteen flying twice), soft loose soil which will translate into choco mud should it rain or even dew in the night. Several sharp & stiff U-Turns. Can't do high-speed runs here. Using clipless system has no clear advantage. The track is SS friendly.
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Post by Ka Verong on Dec 14, 2007 11:24:52 GMT 8
Just for kicks, I'll finish the minimum # of laps in a rigid SS rig. Hehehe titusxSir, will there be portalets around during the race? I guess that would be a primary constraint to me, cause LBM has hit me for the past few days until now, & I'll definitely be looking for one every few hours. TIA An all mountain rig or aggressive xc and must be a full sus bike very exciting race track! |
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Post by donskido on Dec 14, 2007 11:49:58 GMT 8
Oliver, YOu might have taken all your power gels already thats why your feeling that way (LBM attack) ;D anyway thanks for sharing some pointers if in case we show up and race. Just for kicks, I'll finish the minimum # of laps in a rigid SS rig. Hehehe titusxSir, will there be portalets around during the race? I guess that would be a primary constraint to me, cause LBM has hit me for the past few days until now, & I'll definitely be looking for one every few hours. TIA An all mountain rig or aggressive xc and must be a full sus bike very exciting race track! |
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