Ride on the 16th?

[7rider]

I checked with the peeps at MORE about what to expect on those trails.

They said that trail-wise, Black Hills is just a step up technically from places like Schaeffer. The hills are a little bigger and the trails a little rockier, but at the same time there are far fewer log piles (if any), so a "beginner" can be a lot less intimidated. (Also, less traffic and not all the hammerheads.) You are never far from a bailout point onto pavement. They said it is easier on a beginner than Schaeffer, but like any mtb ride, depends on your sense of adventure and attitude.

Summary: more beginner friendly for technical skills, but can be more demanding fitness/cardio (than Schaeffer).
Also...they all recommended a mtb, vs. a hybrid/comfort bike.

[Kalidurga]

Did any of them mention how it would compare to Rosaryville? That's my only basis for comparison.

[7rider]

Did any of them mention how it would compare to Rosaryville? That's my only basis for comparison.

Schaeffer is a bit more advanced than Rosey - A bit rockier, with more log-crossings.
Black Hills seems to be a middle ground b/t Rosey and Schaeffer.

[Kalidurga]

Well, you'll have to let me know for sure after this weekend

[divingbiker]

Pictures of today's paddle/ride are here.

[Zen]

Hey those are some good shots!
I'm really impressed that you can actually see the white head of the eagle.

I dropped my camera off at Target, we'll see...

[divingbiker]

Hey those are some good shots!

Just call me Betty June!

[Zen]

I've got to remember that

[7rider]

I missed much of that story....dang my dad's ears!!!

But they are good pix. Thanks for posting them so fast!
Oh...and the bird you missed that we saw...a kingfisher.