Scapoose Ride - Intermediate

Submitted by Ted
Date: 
Sun, 11/15/2009 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: Scappoose Trail

Date: Sunday, 11/15/09

Time: 10 AM at the blue gate / trailhead (carpool?)

Ride time: 1.5 to 2 hrs (i.e. low level of time commitment)

Ride level/rating: Intermediate (see below) 

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The following is (Ted’s interpretation) of the rider/ride rating in descending order: 

Gonzo, Advanced, Intermediate, Beginner

NOTE:  This is a sliding scale and should only be used as a reference.  Every person is his/her own judge of their personal level.  There is no extra points for being in one group or another.

Gonzo rider is a highly skilled person that is "one” with his/her bike and loves trails with technical features that challenge them. A Gonzo rider has a high level of fitness equal to that of a racing athlete.  This is a type of person eats epic rides for breakfast and asks what’s next...   Very few (if any) stops and is constantly pushing for speed / endurance / technical challenge.

Advanced rider has bike handling skills and is comfortable on challenging trails with technical feature.  They have a high level of fitness that allows them to enjoy long epic rides.  An Advanced rider is strong and skilled, but doesn’t ride at a race level/speed.  However, they tend to put a lot of miles in saddle (30+).  An advanced ride/rider has fewer and shorter rest stops, but stop to enjoy a good view and enjoy nature around them.

Intermediate rider is a person that has become comfortable with their bike.  They are getting better on challenging obstacles, but hasn’t perfected his/her skills yet.  They tend to find 10 – 15 mile rides with an average trail rating to be satisfying.  Intermediate riders have an average fitness level.  Their rides tend to be slower and with rest multiple stops.

Beginner riders are just that, they are beginning to learning to become comfortable with their bikes and various trail conditions.  Beginners tend not to like technical features, steep climbs, or steep descents.  They prefer smooth and wide open trails.

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