Unsafe rider encounter. 01-24-2018

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...so at the end of this thread what have we learned?

(1) Stay off Whiting Ranch single track. Climb Dreaded or Vista and you will have ZERO encounters with camel-toe spandex-wearing big-fish-in-a-small-pond wannabees.
(2) Pain is your friend. Early morning is your friend. Wilderness is your friend. Combine all three and you won't have anyone passing you... because there won't be anyone there!
(3) BonsaiNut is your best riding partner. Because I won't be passing you, regardless. LOL!
 
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dustyyoungblood said:
I contacted Josh at linked cycling about this incident. I did not disclose the riders name, but asked instead that the club simply remind members to use appropriate caution when training for whiting TT. Sharing his great email here:

Dustan

Thank you very much for reaching out and notifying us of this issue that occurred with one of our riders. We do try to make it a point ensuring that our riders are thoughtful, considerate, and respectful on the trail. We appreciate the notice that you have had of our group in general in the cycling community, but also realize that this means we are being watched. First and foremost we are representative ambassadors for Jesus Christ and that also brings forth a level of scrutinizing which all of us should be aware of and ready for.

Again thank you for notifying us of this and rest assured that we would send a notification via our communication methods to our members as well as those associated with Linked Cycling.

You did mention that you did a quick check and that the rider is registered for the Whiting TT. Would you mind sharing with us who this particular individual is so that we may have an appropriate discussion directly with the individual to ensure they are aware of our stance and importance of this subject.

P.S. We would love for you to join us on a ride sometime. Let us know if you would like any detailed information about our rides, etc.

Kind Regards

Josh Kompa
Linked Cycling Leadership

"I am writing to your club as a fellow OC MTB enthusiast with a great deal of respect for your club and everything your members have accomplished on the bike. I am reaching out and hoping that you may find it a good idea to send a very friendly reminder email to your club members to use proper trail etiquette and safety when training for the Whiting ranch TT coming up soon. Earlier this week a linked cycling member made or attempted unsafe passes on 4 separate riders heading DH in whiting ranch. All 4 times none of the riders heard any announcement, bell, or warning to indicate a rider approaching. While I am completely comfortable being passed in close quarters, its basic safety to make an announcement if you want to pass. Additionally the section of trail That I was attempted to be passed on was NOT a reasonable area to pass. simpley not any room and not safe. After coming inside my wheel the rider had to abandon his attempt and fall back untill a wider section appeared ahead. While one isolated is no big deal, after speaking with the 3 others that had similar incidents that day it was apparent that the problem could be systemic and might warrant a friendly chat with the individual next time I see him. A quick check shows he is registered for the Whiting TT and I hope that this one day he let his training get into his head and forgot about basic county park riding etiquette. Do you think you could make a group email to your club or post to your facebook group to use just a little more caution on trail areas that are not a closed race course? Cheers and best wishes, DB"
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What a dick!

No - I'm kidding. Waaaaaaay diplomatic. But here's my fear. Your letter and approach were so soft that the guy you are aiming at may never get the message. He will blow it off as "must be talking about somebody else..." I would oblige Josh and let him know the rider's name so he can decide what to do with the lad who tarnished his (and evidently Jesus') image.

WWJR?
 
herzalot said:
What a dick!

No - I'm kidding. Waaaaaaay diplomatic. But here's my fear. Your letter and approach were so soft that the guy you are aiming at may never get the message. He will blow it off as "must be talking about somebody else..." I would oblige Josh and let him know the rider's name so he can decide what to do with the lad who tarnished his (and evidently Jesus') image.

WWJR?
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My instincts will take matters like this to far. I mean, if I followed my gut I would start mailing a new dildo to his home everyday for a month until he figured out he must have been a dick recently. That’s why I polled this group of outstanding gentlemen FIRST!

I’ll see him soon on a lunch ride I am sure, plus the club leadership will ensure topdown communication.
 
sir crashalot said:
that only works if he doesnt like dildos, which may or may not be the case.
Dildoes? i dunno the correct pluralization.
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Join the apostrophe abuser's and add incorrect apostrophe's for plural's! See - it's fun, everyone's doing it! :thumbsup:


(Grammar corner: All of the apostrophes in the first sentence above are incorrect. All in the second sentence are correct.)
 
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