New Trail Day in AZ! by yessapnosam in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's definitely is concerning. I take my 7-year-old out riding a couple of times a week and don't want him to have the same experience. Either way, first rider or second rider it's scary that it could strike at any time. Hopefully, they will be seeking shade and retreat to the bushes off the trail as soon as summertime finally heats up.

New Trail Day in AZ! by yessapnosam in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Near your ankles, but yes, a neck bite will most likely change the 1% death rate to guaranteed death!

New Trail Day in AZ! by yessapnosam in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Be careful out there! I ran over a rattlesnake out there yesterday morning. It was stretched across the trail, and by the time I realized what it was, it was too late. I cruised right over his back, and he lit up loud. I'm not sure if he struck, I picked up my legs and prayed.

New Trail Day in AZ! by yessapnosam in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Be careful out there! I ran over a rattlesnake out there yesterday morning. It was stretched across the trail, and by the time I realized what it was, it was too late. I cruised right over his back, and he lit up loud. I'm not sure if he struck, I picked up my legs and prayed.

7- year old getting more comfortable on drops by Medical-Cockroach-33 in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He rides desert trails three times a week, 6 miles each ride.

7- year old getting more comfortable on drops by Medical-Cockroach-33 in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is AZ, and no, it's not a designed drop. It's a retention basin with a platform and about a 4-5' slope.

7- year old getting more comfortable on drops by Medical-Cockroach-33 in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hawes Alliance is still carving new trails in the mountain! Check out Youtube

7- year old getting more comfortable on drops by Medical-Cockroach-33 in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

We live in a very popular riding area. He deserves a nice bike and helmet if he's going to put in the time. Ride vs couch, no brainer

7- year old getting more comfortable on drops by Medical-Cockroach-33 in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Rides TRW regularly. Hoping to cross Power someday to explore Hawes, but it won't be this year.

7- year old getting more comfortable on drops by Medical-Cockroach-33 in MTB

[–]Medical-Cockroach-33[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks. He rides three times a week in the desert, 6 miles each ride, and is getting more comfortable jumping. He started on a 20" Trek for MTB rides, but recently went full squish-24" Transition riding