NATS EVENT AUG 4th

[va_tick]

So I'm starting a new thread to get an accurate count as to who plans to attend this event on Aug 4th in Richmond Va. We are trying to get a head start on preperation so if you plan to attend please post in this thread!!

Also: Wehave already lined up a good amount of sponsor money which is allowing us to make this a comp that people will talk about year after year much like the Motorama comps were.

We started by making this a NATS event.... so I want to see all the Pros (East coast at least) make it to this one. As an incentive there will be a hefty purse for Pros finishing 1-3rd and all class's Pro-beg will be recieving engraved trophies...thats right no crusty medals at this comp. We are also in the process of lining up excellent trials related prizes from various vendors too.

In addition we will have tents for spectators and riders with a generator running fans to keep everyonoe cool, so the heat is no excuse not to make it! There will be plenty of free water provided this year as well and we will also have a food vendor onsite to sell sandwich's and drinks.

The sections are going to be even better than last year and no class of rider will leave disappointed. Our pro and expert sections will be laid out in respect to what many have watched in the vids of Euro comps and they should prove to be very exciting. This is going to be a highly organized event and our hope is to add a spark to the east coast trials comp seen. Also there is talk about this being the start of a mid-atlantic fall series :x: .

This year the Belle Isle Competition is one of the NATS events!

Date: Saturday August 4th

Times: Registration from 7:00am-9:00am
Beginner / Sport 9:00am-12:00pm
Expert / Pro 1:00pm-3:00pm
Awards and such Around 4:00pm

Location: Belle Isle, on the James River in Richmond, VA (Check out the
map provided) *Note, it's on the south side of the park.

Entry Fee: $25

More Info: Beginner and Sport will run BUI rules, while Expert and Pro run UCI. Last year was a huge success, help out by participating and make this year even better!

[music_maj_34]

Count me in guys! I love this place! The tents and everything you mentioned above sound great!! Really looking forward to this event and riding with all of you once again. :bigthumb:

[biketrials25]

I'll be there,,,

[va_tick]

Nice....keep em comin!!!

[halfazn]

Dangit! i wish i could make it but i can't :( have fun guys.

[brian_E]

wow you guys have worked hard on this.. i don't know how yet, but I'm definately gonna figure out a way to get there..

[KeepRollin]

wow you guys have worked hard on this.. i don't know how yet, but I'm definately gonna figure out a way to get there..

I'll be there to make sure the sections kick your ass too. Badside only sidehops? :momaru:

[johnglazer]

You know I'll be there.

[va_tick]

wow you guys have worked hard on this.. i don't know how yet, but I'm definately gonna figure out a way to get there..


Great, make it happen Bryan!!! Also, I'm boarding as many as I can at my house for that weekend for those who are on a tight budget....Brandon and Angie already have dibs in the spare bedroom but there is plenty of floor and couch space left throughout the house and I assume other Richmonders may do the same??

Lets see some more riders.........keep postin!!!

[stewpend0us]

me!

[johnglazer]

me!

you better come.



I may have space for a couple people to stay, I will know closer to the event.

[Noel]

there should be 2 or 3 of us from NYC (ryan you know what crew i'm talkin about)

[va_tick]

werd!!

[templarbond]

Coming too

[brian_E]

I'll be there to make sure the sections kick your ass too. Badside only sidehops? :momaru:

yeah be sure to pre-ride everything the day before too.. local.. :p

[va_tick]

Coming too

excellent!!

[Shin Scar]

I hope to be there.

[maynard]

cant wait! this will be alot of fun!

[mikeyr89]

Sorry I've been away from this post, but what Ryan said stands true. This event will be the best one you attend this year!!! Make sure you put it on your list. Keep the posts up with who's attending and hopefully we will see all of you guys there!

[Dang!]

deal me in boys, I'm feelin' lucky!








oh... not online poker.
my bad!



Mikey-
Do you need any help-
Creating a buzz-
Try to get press-
More backing-
A new fork-
Banners-
?

[mikeyr89]

Mikey-
Do you need any help-
Creating a buzz-
Try to get press-
More backing-
A new fork-
Banners-
?

Haha as of now things are going great. You should talk to Ryan though, he's working on things down there now and he'll definetly let you know if there's something we need. (I'll tell him to tell you)
But as far as a fork, I have a bad feeling it's not just my fork. :wtc: I'm gonna post up here maybe today trying to figure out what's totally wrong though.

[Shin Scar]

So, with the UCI rules, are the 26" bikes required to have working gears at this event?

[mikeyr89]

UCI ruling as in pedal and bashguards count as a dab. Besides that, single speeds are fine.

[muddyfox]

Yep, UCI allows single speed.

[TheGhost]

il be down. possibly friday for a group ride or something at night. if not il be there sat.

[va_tick]

il be down. possibly friday for a group ride or something at night. if not il be there sat.

Thats whats up!!!!

[TheGhost]

with pimp hopes with carbon levers!!! i love having friends that work at bike shops that can get hopes direct:bowrofl: less then 300 for front rear and carbon levers!!:joshers:

[muddyfox]

Rules say dual hopes with carbon levers are not permited....................:)

[crescentrider]

man, I would love to come to this event. What kind of money is in it for pro 1-3? The reason I ask is because I would have to fly out and I'd like my ticket to have the possibility of being reimbursed since I'm not very rich. Also, does anyone know how far the nearest airport is from the event? Any help would be cool. Thanks.
Robbie

[muddyfox]

Closest airport is Richmond,va, about 15 mins from the event :bigthumb:

[Wilhelm]

Robbins, what up. Owwwwww!!! You know I'm living in DC now and I live about 2 miles from Reagan airport in DC. From my house it's about 1 1/2 hours to this event in Richmond. You should come out and kick it at my place and we could go down and shred the event. Anyway, shoot me a call if you're serious about this. Still have the same number. If you start looking for a cheap airline ticket, check out AirTran or ATA airlines. They usually have some good deals from Denver to Washington.

[Wilhelm]

Robbins, what up. Owwwwww!!! You know I'm living in DC now and I live about 2 miles from Reagan airport in DC. From my house it's about 1 1/2 hours to this event in Richmond. You should come out and kick it at my place and we could go down and shred the event. Anyway, shoot me a call if you're serious about this. Still have the same number. If you start looking for a cheap airline ticket, check out AirTran or ATA airlines. They usually have some good deals from Denver to Washington.

[Xdream]

I'm very intrestead in doing this event, I live in the UK and wont be attending the BIU worlds as there is only 2 rounds this year so it doesn't seem worth it.

I can get flights direct to Richmond from here but I would need to be picked up and if someone wants to be really nice! Somewhere to stay for a bit. I'd like to come over for more than just the weekend as it doesn't seem worth it cosidering the cost.

This is all I bit short notice I know but hopefully someone could point me in the right direction?

[va_tick]

man, I would love to come to this event. What kind of money is in it for pro 1-3? The reason I ask is because I would have to fly out and I'd like my ticket to have the possibility of being reimbursed since I'm not very rich. Also, does anyone know how far the nearest airport is from the event? Any help would be cool. Thanks.
Robbie

Robbie

we would love to have you....and it looks as though you may have some car poll options to get here!!

To answwer your question about the prize money for the PRO's: The sponsors keep rolling in forthis event and its allowing us to treat our riders like kings this year. As for righ now the prize money is ranging from $175 and up and also we have many goodies from our sponsors to give away as well.

They may be more money availible for the top riders depending on what Mikey and I decide on....just knowthat it will be worth your time prizes or no prizes!!!

[va_tick]

man, I would love to come to this event. What kind of money is in it for pro 1-3? The reason I ask is because I would have to fly out and I'd like my ticket to have the possibility of being reimbursed since I'm not very rich. Also, does anyone know how far the nearest airport is from the event? Any help would be cool. Thanks.
Robbie

I'm very intrestead in doing this event, I live in the UK and wont be attending the BIU worlds as there is only 2 rounds this year so it doesn't seem worth it.

I can get flights direct to Richmond from here but I would need to be picked up and if someone wants to be really nice! Somewhere to stay for a bit. I'd like to come over for more than just the weekend as it doesn't seem worth it cosidering the cost.

This is all I bit short notice I know but hopefully someone could point me in the right direction?

I could arrange to pick you up......we'll have to see if anyone can let you crash wioth them for an extended period. Most of us have our jobs to go back to after the weekend so it may be difficult.

Try hotels.com too there are several hotels with in riding distance of the comp spot. Let us know if there is anything else we can do to help get you out here......I'd love to make this an international event:Wavey: .

[bwagner]

looks like I'm coming to spectate. I havent been on a bike in a few years, and at the moment I don't even own one, but I'll be bringing one with me to demo!! I'll keep you posted with an update when I get more info.

[va_tick]

looks like I'm coming to spectate. I havent been on a bike in a few years, and at the moment I don't even own one, but I'll be bringing one with me to demo!! I'll keep you posted with an update when I get more info.

You know you'll want to ride :D .

[va_tick]

Bumping up this post for more to respond and also a new flyer showing a new sponsor from the folks at Webcyclery who will be providing some goodies for the event............keep an eye out for updates with more sponsors to come!!! :eek3: :eek3:

[crescentrider]

Hey Va tick,
just to let you know, I WILL be showing up to this event (just bought plane ticket) and I'm looking forward to it. I'll be riding pro stock and I can't wait to see everybody there!
Robbie

[va_tick]

Robbie,

Thats is great news!! It looks like the pro riders are going to be deep this year which is great for both spectators and riders.

I'm putting in the order for the 1st place pro and Expert trophies which will be "Very large"...hopefully.......

Let me know if you need a ride to and from the airport or anything else we can do to help.

[muddyfox]

:noes: :run:

[johnglazer]

http://smiliesftw.com/x/facesjump.gif (http://smiliesftw.com)

[KeepRollin]

uh oh, competition is starting to look steep. I better start going to belle isle more often ;)

[va_tick]

uh oh, competition is starting to look steep. I better start going to belle isle more often ;)


better start improving your sidehops:momaru: ........Benito is comin...you didnt here...haha

[muddyfox]

man, fuck sidehops!!! :mad:

[va_tick]

remember this is going to be setup with UCI sections in mind.......so you'll have to polish your sidehops Matt!!! Have you been practicing from the new side....how's that workin!!!

***I just placed the order for the trophies and 1st place pro gets a large 22" twin based trophy, 2nd,3rd and expert 1st get large 13" trophies sport class get nice "crystal look" ones too and beginner will be getting some very nice medals for their efforts!!!!! *****

They'll look somthing similar to this

[Noel]

damn man you are doing it up!!!

[stewpend0us]

Replace the angels with little trials dudes?? they have that option right?

Sounds sweet..can't wait

[va_tick]

damn man you are doing it up!!!


I'm trying to tell you guys this is not a comp you want to miss!!!

Noel......there's a 1st place trophy waiting for you :o !!!

Ok.....I know there are more riders coming to this event......lets see some more love here...:h5:

[mikeyr89]

Hey sorry I've been away for a long time, I'm on vacation now and wont be back for a good bit, but I'll be able to check here and there. Ryan, everything looks better than I could imagine, and I'm gonna give you a call in a bit. Everyone else, thanks for the emails and offer to help as of now everything seems to be going great (ask ryan or he'll as you if he needs anything too). This is amazing and is going to be such a wonderful event. I'm so pumped I can't wait. Thanks to everyone!

[Noel]

yup u rite. that 1st place is all me. i'm gonna take it from you, you not winning again lol.

me personally i would prefer medals like the UCI dudes, but that just as nice.

[va_tick]

I'm riding expert at this comp....are you in?

And the cup trophies thaat UCI run are extremely expensive.......these by far out do any trials comp I've been to in North America. Either way its going to be a solid comp and you and your crew had better make it down this year!!!

[Noel]

i'm down with expert not that i'm gonna do to good but i'll have fun

[va_tick]

i'm down with expert not that i'm gonna do to good but i'll have fun

Thats what its all about!!

[va_tick]

Just a little bump to keep this comp in people's minds.

Prizes and trophies should be on the doorstep today!!!!! Also, look for our listing on DirtRag and a press release for those in our local 12news area!!!

[johnglazer]

Here's the list so far
va_tick
muddyfox
Dang!
Ryan
mikeyr89
--friend
johnglazer
jeremyrockjock
music_maj_34
biketrials25
y_nairb
keeprollin
stewpend0us
noel
--friend
--friend
templarbond
shin scar
maynard
theghost
crescentrider
willhelm
xdream ??
bwagner (you know you want to ride)
mike steidley ??
angie
degeneratewe gotta get at least 30 riders!!
:coold:

[muddyfox]

Word from Mike Steidley is hes trying to make it...Degenerate?? Angie, of course....I know the Atlanta crew were talking about coming..

[mikeyr89]

I'm not certain on the driving conditions but I know I'm driving down. A friend might come down day before or day of (since I'll be there thursday) and he's gonna ride beginner or sport.

[va_tick]

this is awsome.....trophies scheduled for delivery today!!!!!!

I know threre are a few more riders that want to come!!!! So, come out come out where ever you are!!!!

Ryan

[Mike Steidley]

Hey guys.... i'm gonna see what i can do but problem is I have a demo the next day, hopefully i can make it tho... looks like it will be a fun time for sure!

[johnglazer]

where is the demo the next day?

[va_tick]

Thats great Mike......I hope you can make it out......it will definatley be worth it!

[TheGhost]

Degenerate??
thats len

oh yeah we'll see how i ride YA! broken frames

[johnglazer]

Ryan, have you put up flyers at the bike shops?

[va_tick]

in southside and carytown, I will be hitting the Westend shops this week!!

[johnglazer]

did you get that new bike shop in carytown too? carytown bike works or whaterver. and REcycles? Some of the guys at REcycles know about trials.
theres a bike shop up the street from where I work, I will try to put one up there.

you riding tonight?

[va_tick]

I hit the C-town bike works and Agee's. I had too much work shit this morinig in my car to fit my bike so I'll be riding near home.

###note##
An updated flyer with added sponsorship and pics of the prize spread should be up soon!!!

[va_tick]

So here is an updated flyer with our newest sponsor Midwest Bike Trials who will be providing Gift vouchers of $50-$15 and additinal prizes!!!!!

Also I quick pic of the current prize spread that I have in hand :run: .

[muddyfox]

Hell yeah !!! pitty i wont be getting any :wtc:

[johnglazer]

Me either, especially if I try expert.

[va_tick]

Not with that losing attitude.....P.S......I'm trying to do somthing for all those helping directly with the comp :naughty:

[KeepRollin]

Word do you want help with section setting? And when would you guys be hitting that shit up?

[music_maj_34]

So here is an updated flyer with our newest sponsor Midwest Bike Trials who will be providing Gift vouchers of $50-$15 and additinal prizes!!!!!

Also I quick pic of the current prize spread that I have in hand :run: .

Thats great Ryan! man you guys are really stepping it up for this event! I can't wait to go. My wife will actually be joining me along with both my boys.

If I can help by bringing something for you just let me know. (Extra water, snacks... whatever)

I'm planning on bringing some type of screen tent just so some people can get out of the sun. Are you still looking to get that large tent that you talked about before?

[johnglazer]

Have we gotten permission to use that access road yet?

[va_tick]

Thats great Ryan! man you guys are really stepping it up for this event! I can't wait to go. My wife will actually be joining me along with both my boys.

If I can help by bringing something for you just let me know. (Extra water, snacks... whatever)

I'm planning on bringing some type of screen tent just so some people can get out of the sun. Are you still looking to get that large tent that you talked about before?

No need for snacks/water or tents as we already have that taken care of. Just bring your bike and entry $ and be prepared to have a blast out on the rocks!!!!!!!

[va_tick]

Word do you want help with section setting? And when would you guys be hitting that shit up?

I'm taking a half day on Fri......and Mikey is getting in Thur or Fri. So, I figure mid day Fri we'll head out and start marking sections.

We would love to get your help on setting up the Pro, Expert lines. I believe Matt will be assisting in this too.

Thanks

[va_tick]

Have we gotten permission to use that access road yet?

Yes, but its not the road your thinking of its another road owned by the park system.

[johnglazer]

as long as we don't have to carry stuff across the footbridge or down all the stairs, I'm happy.

[dengenerate]

Degenerate??

yeah, it's deNgenerate. like deng. as in i ride an echo. ...made by deng. :bowrofl: tell me how clever i am. ...go ahead, don't be shy.

i'm glad to see i made the list. i'm going to try really hard to make it.

[johnglazer]

i'm glad to see i made the list. i'm going to make it.

fixed.

[johnglazer]

Projected temp for the 4th: High of 87

Its supposed to rain every day until Friday the 3rd, but hopefully it won't be a lot of rainfall.

[va_tick]

I saw that too.....lets keep our fingers crossed and be positive........doesnt matter though......real Trials riders compete rain or shine!!!!!!!!!!!

I'll be out there this afternoon or at Bryant park....rain or shine!!!

[johnglazer]

I don't mind riding in the rain, but those rocks get so damn slippery when they get wet.

[va_tick]

We can accomodate for this........doesnt matter anyway because its calling for sun!!!!!!

[brian_E]

i would personally like to vote against tom and his right foot setting the sections.. =P

[va_tick]

i would personally like to vote against tom and his right foot setting the sections.. =P

Ohhh, dont worry Mikey,Matt and I will do our best to make sure the sections are not bias(sp?) in any one way.

[KeepRollin]

All gaps will be to front wheel, and all sidehops to the left and will require going to rear wheel ;)

[brian_E]

i'll trade yo to the left for all gaps to the R wheeel!!>..drunk

[johnglazer]

Tom, have you recovered from body-checking that rock?

[johnglazer]

UPDATE: Just lined it up to be filmed in HD!
(DVCPRO HD format)

edit: might have up to 3 HD cameras filming.

[KeepRollin]

Tom, have you recovered from body-checking that rock?

Close. I rode a bit today. I may be up for riding tomorrow.

[Dang!]

I think I'm in for a friday evening ride.

Tom, I got to check out your chain set up, I just can't figure out why the hell mine is so wack.

Is Brian still running a half link on his ZM3? If so what kind?

[muddyfox]

What size cog you all run?

[stewpend0us]

UPDATE: Just lined it up to be filmed in HD!
(DVCPRO HD format)

edit: might have up to 3 HD cameras filming.

for real??..how'd you work that?

[samtrials]

i am thinking of competing maby next year but just to get an idea how good do you have to be not to make a fool out of yourself if you know what i mean.

[dengenerate]

i am thinking of competing maby next year but just to get an idea how good do you have to be not to make a fool out of yourself if you know what i mean.

this isn't that kind of group. as the one who sucked the most at the last belle isle comp (my first comp) it's very low pressure and everyone is very supportive. ...that sounds so gay. i think everyone recalls being at a very basic level, so they're cool about it. no one's gonna be like "wow this guy really sucks, i'm embarassed for him." bring your bike and entry fee. you'll be glad you did.

[va_tick]

i am thinking of competing maby next year but just to get an idea how good do you have to be not to make a fool out of yourself if you know what i mean.


You should compete in beginner.......thats what the class is there for. Everyone in this sport knows what it was like to enter their first comp as a begginer.............there is zero pressure to perform like a pro as it is "beginner" class.

You will be so awded by the pro's anyway that you will not think twice!!! Please come out and compete....we'd love to have you!!!

[hell-on-wheel]

3 or 4 of us unicyclists are planning to compete in Sport....erm, I mean, if that's cool with you guys.:bowdown:

[johnglazer]

for real??..how'd you work that?
I've got the hookups!! (normally a day of HD filming from this guy starts at $500, and thats just for him.) I will hopefully get at least 2 guys filming.

i am thinking of competing maby next year but just to get an idea how good do you have to be not to make a fool out of yourself if you know what i mean.

everyone has been there, nobody is going to make fun of you. I was worried about making a fool of myself when I did my first comp, but even the pros (Chris Santos, JJ Gregorowiczs, others) were very supportive and gave tips. The main thing is to take your time in the sections. If you try to rush through them, you won't do half as well as if you take your time. Use the whole amount of time, you don't get a better score if you do it faster.

[muddyfox]

3 or 4 of us unicyclists are planning to compete in Sport....erm, I mean, if that's cool with you guys.:bowdown:

Thats cool, just make sure your there in time for registration :hsugh: :momaru:

[va_tick]

3 or 4 of us unicyclists are planning to compete in Sport....erm, I mean, if that's cool with you guys.:bowdown:

Def come out you guys were great at the last comp.......hope to see you there!!!

[Noel]

let me know if any of you guys have some room in your hotel room for one more cause i'm on a tight budget and i really want to go.

[maynard]

noel,
just read a pm from you after racoon rally. sorry its been so long. i will bring the fork and tire to this comp. if you still want it. cant wait to see everyone. i hope to have a bike up and running by then :x:.
see you all there.

[Noel]

my bike i chillin had to make some changes, but need to find somewhere to stay cause i'm a little broke right now and trying to make it down there.

[biketrials25]

I just booked a room in downtown Richmond, so I can have some after comp beers (better than driving 4+ afterwards). Anyone else down for some after comp beers?

[muddyfox]

Hell yeah, we can hit up the penny lane pub. Fish and chips and a few pints of guiness :yum:

[va_tick]

I hope their will be multiple people participating in an after comp celebration.......Penny lane is a great spot for it too!!!!!

[Dang!]

hell yeah!

[stewpend0us]

is there a floor somewhere i can crash on saterday night?...gettin excited for this thing only one week.....

[mikeyr89]

Hey All, I'm back from orientation up in Wisconsin and now I'm all in for the comp. I would like to set up all of friday, so if anyone can make it for the morning, afternoon, or whenever you can I think I'll be there. Also, I'm coming down Thrusday (that's the plan) So ride thursday/look to set up and start setting up. Set up all of Friday and ride with the remaining time we have left. And then Comp on saturday! I'm so pumped and everything is perfect.

The only thing for me though is I dunno if I can participate in the after comp, because I'm driving up to MD for the night and next few days. It sounds like that'll be okay anyways becuase I don't think an 18 year old will be able to get into the pub anyways.:momaru:

See you all soon!

[music_maj_34]

Does anyone have the actual address of where the parking lot is so I can mapquest it?

I just booked a hotel, but when I booked it it looked much closer than it actually is. (Not too far... maybe 4 or 5 miles)

I will be staying at the -

Fairfield Inn
9937 Mayland Dr
Richmond, VA 23233

Thanks!

[TheGhost]

Turns out my brother got kicked out of his apartment and i now need somewhere to say on sat night. My Fiance and i are coming down so if you have a floor big enough for two that would be great or one couch and floor below it that would work as well. lemme know.

[muddyfox]

Tredegar street....

Does anyone have the actual address of where the parking lot is so I can mapquest it?

I just booked a hotel, but when I booked it it looked much closer than it actually is. (Not too far... maybe 4 or 5 miles)

I will be staying at the -

Fairfield Inn
9937 Mayland Dr
Richmond, VA 23233

Thanks!

[Dang!]

http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=350+tredegar+st.+richmond+,+VA&sll=37.534369,-77.448699&sspn=0.012132,0.019162&ie=UTF8&ll=37.533926,-77.441812&spn=0.024264,0.038323&z=15&iwloc=addr&om=1

[muddyfox]

Its piss easy to get there..Take the downtown expressway off I95 (exit 74a) then take the first exit off that (canal st, 20cent toll) go thru a few lights and take a left immediately after the crown plazza, thru 1 more light and the road dead ends at tredegar st, turn right and look for the parking after the civil war museum. :bigthumb:

[music_maj_34]

Thanks guys. :bigthumb:

Last year I booked a hotel south of where the comp is held. I thought I was getting something closer than I was last year.

The map that the hotel provided made it look like the hotel was located right on the water and I would just have to cross the bridge and be there. In reality I'm like 13 miles away. Uhhgg. Not too bad, but oh well... plus I was trying to find a hotel with an indoor pool for the kiddies so they would be happy.

Next year I'll get something closer. (Hopefully)

I'm starting to keep track of all these comp location addresses so I don't have to go searching for them every year.


Can't wait for the comp!

[johnglazer]

is there a floor somewhere i can crash on saterday night?...gettin excited for this thing only one week.....

I think I've got space for ya. When are you planning on arriving?

[stewpend0us]

I think I've got space for ya. When are you planning on arriving?

I'll be showing up friday evening at some point proally around 8 or 9 pm...my dad is coming down too so he's gona get a hotel room friday night but i don't want to drive home saterday night cause i'll be beat

[johnglazer]

Yeah, thats a long drive. We'll talk more about it on Saturday. 6 days!!!!!!!!

[Noel]

i just broke my magura lever last night and can't find anyone in the city with a spare so i won't be able to go unless some type of miracle happens.

[johnglazer]

New or old style? I've got a lever you can use. HS-33 I assume...

you can't get out of this comp that easy!!

[Dang!]

what part of the lever did you break?

damn magura's!

[Noel]

i just happen to find one that i'm gonna replace tomorrow, yay. thanks john and brandon for trying to help out.

all i need now is a place to sleep at, SOMEONE GIVE ME SOME ROOM ON YOUR FLOOR PLEASE.

[johnglazer]

I'd love to but Stewpend0us is staying over and my brother is coming down this weekend. I don't know that we will have any more space. I'd ask one of the guys staying in a hotel? I don't know if any of the other local riders have any extra space this weekend or not.

[stewpend0us]

How long would you say you guys are going to be on the island on friday? If i take the whole day of work i could get there as early as 3 or 4 and maybe get a little riding in...?

[johnglazer]

Well I'm working on friday, and I'm not sure if I will be able to make it to belle isle afterward.

804 314 1833 if you need to get in touch with me.

[va_tick]

i just happen to find one that i'm gonna replace tomorrow, yay. thanks john and brandon for trying to help out.

all i need now is a place to sleep at, SOMEONE GIVE ME SOME ROOM ON YOUR FLOOR PLEASE.

All the space in my "small" house is taken.............if any are staying in a hotel and have some extra space please let NOEL know!!!

[va_tick]

Alright, two days till the comp!!!!!!!! It looks like the Pro's are going to have their work cut out as their number competing will be deep......word also has it that Mike Steidley will be making this comp!!! So, hopefully it will be a heated battle.

If there are any pro's that are undecided the Pro prize money will be much more than seen at a typical comp.....so get off your buts and make it to Richmond.

Expert and sport class looks like it will be stacked too which is great.

The weather forecast looks good in terms of not having to ride in the rain but it looks like its going to be a hot one so bring your sun screen. 90+deg

We will be providing two tents to escape the sun and one tent will be setup with 4-5 box fans to help everyone cool down. Also, "plenty" of water will be provided and some small snacks too.

I hope to see everyone out there and I look forward to this comp being a memorable one...........lets go ride!!!!!!!!!

Ryan

[biketrials25]

Because of some work developments there is a 90% chance I will not be coming. I've already took off work of the NC comp so I will be there for sure.
Besides, I think if I seen Mike Steidley I would be tempted throw a stick in his spokes and watch him float down the river :greddy: .

[muddyfox]

Boooooooo!!!! this comp is going to blow NC away...........

[va_tick]

Because of some work developments there is a 90% chance I will not be coming. I've already took off work of the NC comp so I will be there for sure.
Besides, I think if I seen Mike Steidley I would be tempted throw a stick in his spokes and watch him float down the river :greddy: .


Wow, tell us how you really feel! Ben, you should really try and make it down......Matt is right the NC comp will be good but I dont think it will be to this caliber....you would certainly be missing out.

Hopefully we see you there.

Ryan

[johnglazer]

Because of some work developments there is a 90% chance I will not be coming. I've already took off work of the NC comp so I will be there for sure.
Besides, I think if I seen Mike Steidley I would be tempted throw a stick in his spokes and watch him float down the river :greddy: .

:down:
If you don't come, I'm gonna punch you in the eye.

[biketrials25]

:down:
If you don't come, I'm gonna punch you in the eye.

:) :) :)
Just to clarify, it is not that I don’t want to come, hell I already made motel reservations,,, Some things have come up that are going to make it almost impossible to come. I have to be in the office Saturday morning for a few hours, so I might be able make it about ½ hour before the experts are scheduled to ride (12-12:30). Is that a problem?

I will do everything I can to make it, I still have my motel reservation. I want to experience the Richmond rocks (again) and the BEER! :yum:

[stewpend0us]

when do you think the sections will be set? I'm tryin to decide if i should do a half day of work tomorrow or not...leaning twards not

[johnglazer]

:) :) :)
Just to clarify, it is not that I don’t want to come, hell I already made motel reservations,,, Some things have come up that are going to make it almost impossible to come. I have to be in the office Saturday morning for a few hours, so I might be able make it about ½ hour before the experts are scheduled to ride (12-12:30). Is that a problem?

I will do everything I can to make it, I still have my motel reservation. I want to experience the Richmond rocks (again) and the BEER! :yum:

As long as its ok with Ryan + Mikey and them, I can check you while the experts are riding.

when do you think the sections will be set? I'm tryin to decide if i should do a half day of work tomorrow or not...leaning twards not

I think they are planning on going out to B.I. at noon. we could always do a night urban ride if you wanted to.

[va_tick]

:) :) :)
Just to clarify, it is not that I don’t want to come, hell I already made motel reservations,,, Some things have come up that are going to make it almost impossible to come. I have to be in the office Saturday morning for a few hours, so I might be able make it about ½ hour before the experts are scheduled to ride (12-12:30). Is that a problem?

I will do everything I can to make it, I still have my motel reservation. I want to experience the Richmond rocks (again) and the BEER! :yum:

Were definately flexible with a late arrival.!!

[va_tick]

when do you think the sections will be set? I'm tryin to decide if i should do a half day of work tomorrow or not...leaning twards not

Why, you not allowed to pre-ride the sections before the comp.........that an ato 100 points added to your score card :Sonic:

[stewpend0us]

looks like i have to go into work in the morning but i should be able to get out by 10 so i'll show up between 6 and 7 if nothing goes wrong..my folks are gona be showing up around then but i want to go see the sections at some point...have to make the sport-beginner decision....i'm thinkin sport.

anyway i'll give you a call when i'm in town..see what's up

[stewpend0us]

Why, you not allowed to pre-ride the sections before the comp.........that an ato 100 points added to your score card :Sonic:

haha...i can look can't i??? and what if no one sees me? and i promice that me riding the sections before hand wouldn't do all that much good anyway.....

oooooo gettin excited...

[johnglazer]

i'm riding sport.

awesome!
its ok if you 5 the shit out of everything. its the only way to push you!







on another note, i'm not going to try expert this time... :joshers:

[Dang!]

you damn sandbager John!

Hey, should I plan on bringing the big sign?

[stewpend0us]

awesome!
its ok if you 5 the shit out of everything. its the only way to push you!







on another note, i'm not going to try expert this time... :joshers:

shit...i don't want to ride agains you!!! haha it'll be fun hopefully i don't suck alot

[Dang!]

I plan to make it out tomorrow mid day, so what's the plan?

[johnglazer]

If I get top 3 this time, I will do expert next comp. (NC)

I think that the sign would be cool to have, especially because we won't have to carry it half a mile. It might be good to make a stand for it, instead of finding a crack to wedge it in. (just a couple 2x4's with a 3/4 inch slot, one 2x4 at either end, would work)

[Dang!]

that was my next question... A stand would be better.
I'll work on that tomorrow.

[va_tick]

Def bring the sign we'll find a nice spot for it..............we're all meeting at the belle around noon.

[johnglazer]

how can i get you the section tape? i dont think i can make it to BI and back during my lunch break. i guess i can come after work and we can put it down.

[va_tick]

no I'll come to your work...call me around 11

[johnglazer]

I work right by Virginia Center Commons. I'll call you.

[Joe Janicki]

Ok I've definitely decided to go. Looks like I have last place in pro mod all wrapped up. lol. At any rate, I've seen vids from this place and I'm psyched to ride there, and look forward to some challenging sections. See everyone there! :Wavey:

One thing... I have a really far drive (12 hrs) and I get out of work tommorow (friday) at 1:30, not leaving me that much time for sleep. I was wondering if I show up around 11ish can I still register then??? This would really mean the world to me!

[THEDEMOLITIONMAN]

I owe my friend a long car trip, so I might end up going to this event.Plus catch up with liggy ligon and get blinded by his ride..lol










VA is a kick ass place,

THEDMAN

[johnglazer]

Ok I've definitely decided to go. Looks like I have last place in pro mod all wrapped up. lol. At any rate, I've seen vids from this place and I'm psyched to ride there, and look forward to some challenging sections. See everyone there! :Wavey:

One thing... I have a really far drive (12 hrs) and I get out of work tommorow (friday) at 1:30, not leaving me that much time for sleep. I was wondering if I show up around 11ish can I still register then??? This would really mean the world to me!

I don't see why that would cause a problem, pros don't start until 12 anyway... Ryan?

[johnglazer]

I owe my friend a long car trip, so I might end up going to this event.Plus catch up with liggy ligon and get blinded by his ride..lol







VA is a kick ass place,

THEDMAN

You should definately come, it will be more than worth it!

[Dang!]

yeah,
the DMAN should come down.

[johnglazer]

So Matt, Ryan, and Hinmaton are out working on the sections right now! I don't know who else went out there today.

Its going to be HOT tomorrow. Forecast says 95+ and Sunny. There is NO SHADE where the comp is being held (except for the tents we are taking). We are going to have water there, but it will probably go quick, so I'd suggest bringing some. I am not sure how much Ryan bought.

I am going out this evening to help finish setting the sections if they aren't done.

And like I said, we are going to have it filmed in HD. One guy will be filming all day, and a second will arrive at around 12. It will take me a while to edit and make a video, since we will have up to a couple hundred gigs of footage, depending on the format and resolution we choose.

Its going to be an amazing event!

[muddyfox]

:noes: some of the sections are looking very knarly!!!!!!

[THEDEMOLITIONMAN]

yeah,
the DMAN should come down.








Def want to, trying to get all my work done now, so I can make it out there..


THEDMAN

[mikeyr89]

All the sections for all the classes are awesome, and this is going to be the sickest comp of the year! I'm pumped to hear we have more riders coming down! We just checked the weather so it's gonna be a hot one, make sure you prepare for the weather but never the leass it's gonna be amazing!!! See you all tomorrow

[johnglazer]

Haha, I didn't even look at the sections!

[Sir_Crackien]

WOW that sucked i when to go to the comp like i wanted to and the traffic on 95 south was insane. i when 30 miles in 1 and a half hours. at that point i turned around and when home because at that rate it would have taken me until noon or later to get there.

sorry guys

[THEDEMOLITIONMAN]

I was getting the car packed up and ready to go and I happend to read though my loaner agreement. If anything happens to this car, I owe them $1000 right off the bat and that's besides any other damages.Consdering it would of been around a 10-12 hr drive and I know I would of speeded my ass off there . I had to choose not to go, I can't take the risk now.




I'll be looking forward to the pics/videos,

THEDMAN

[muddyfox]

Lame....:luke: :wuteva: You just missed THE comp of the year!!!!:slap:

[Sir_Crackien]

i know i know. trust me i wanted to be there. but i would rather not be pissed off when i arrived.

any pics??

[templarbond]

Lame....:luke: :wuteva: You just missed THE comp of the year!!!!:slap:

True true true.
Great one guys, sorry I couldn't help to clean, great time indeed.
BTW, the temp was 100 in the shade in my car, must have been about 105 in the sun. All really great riders who came out.

[johnglazer]

Lame....:luke: :wuteva: You just missed THE comp of the year!!!!:slap:
.
pics and video soon

[shastamicnasty]

awesome comp, thanks so much for hosting it.

[music_maj_34]

Lame....:luke: :wuteva: You just missed THE comp of the year!!!!:slap:

Seriously ... a great comp!!! Huge thanks to everyone that put all that time, money and effort into making this the best comp that I've ever been to!

Weather was just insane (way too hot!!!) and those tents made all the difference in the world!

Next time I am leaving the little lady and the kids at home. I really wanted to stay to watch the pros and experts ride and also stick around for the award ceremony but even with leaving at around 3:00 PM I didn’t get home until 10:00 PM or so.

Looking forward to pics, video and standings!

[Mike Steidley]

Yea, the guys did a bang up job of putting this event together.

Good sections, good location, good crowd and an event not to miss for 2008. Maybe we can get them to move it to early spring or fall and try to miss the 104 heat index?

[Joe Janicki]

Yea, the guys did a bang up job of putting this event together.

Good sections, good location, good crowd and an event not to miss for 2008. Maybe we can get them to move it to early spring or fall and try to miss the 104 heat index?


That about sums it up. Thanks so much for this comp, can't wait to give this location another try next time.

[johnglazer]

Maybe we can get them to move it to early spring or fall and try to miss the 104 heat index?

We were giving mikey a hard time about this last night!

[va_tick]

First, I want to thank Mikey for teaming up again to host another great comp. Second, huge thanks to all those who helped setup and break down the event.Hinmanton (DANG), John (JohnGlazer), Matt ( Muddyfox), Brandon and Angie and so many others who really helped make this the event that it was. I also want to thank Webcyclery www.webcyclery.com (http://www.webcyclery.com/) , Midwestbiketrials www.midwestbiketrials.com (http://www.midwestbiketrials.com) and Bizport www.Bizport.biz (http://www.bizport.biz/) for their sponsorship and prizes and hopefully they will participate next too.

As for the event, it was awesome. The sections from Beginner to Pro were extremely challenging for all but not to the point were you felt your life may flash before your eyes in order to get out of the section!!! It was the hottest day of the year and the heat was the only real thorn in the event. Fortunately we supplied a “huge” amount of water for everyone and several large tents to cool down under…and the fans were surprisingly effective I thought. NOTE.Next years comp will be held in early October (most likely Oct 08) or early June when temperatures will me in the 60’s with no humidity..NOTE.

The rider turnout was more than expected and I hope that he heat didn’t scare any from returning next year. Thanks to al the riders that made it out and I hope the comp was one that you will remember.

Now for the results! The Pro class was relatively deep with some of our country’s top riders battling it out. Look for the HD video showcasing these guys navigating their way thru some truly amazing sections. Expert class was just as exciting with a few riders, myself included, who got their first real taste of what Expert class is all about. Sport class had another great showing with 14 riders making it out. We also managed to have 2 beginners come out and compete and mad props to Jon Glazers dad for hoping on a bike and giving it a go!!!!

Thanks again for everyone that was involved and please leave plenty of feed back and any links to pics and news of the event that you may come across. We hope to see all the same faces and more in 08.

Ryan

RESULTS

Pro

1. Brian Yezierski 10 points, 8 cleans
2. Mike Stedley 18 points, 4 cleans
3. Graham WIllham 31 points, 1 clean
4. Tom Ligon 34 points, 4 cleans
5. Robert Pfunder 50 points, 0 cleans
6. Mathew Browne 58 points, 0 cleans
7. Joseph Janicki 60 points, 0 cleans

[va_tick]

RESULTS CONT'
Expert

1. Brandon Maynard 9 points, 2 cleans
2. Ryan Thompson 16 points, 3 cleans
3. Patrick Dugan 19 points, 3 cleans
4. Lance Kleftman 22 points, 3 cleans
5. Mikey Rosenburg 26 points, 0 cleans
6. Colin Blanehand 32 points, 0 cleans

Sport

1. John glazer 6 points, 10 cleans
2. Derek Keller 11 points, 6 cleans
3. Gary Culbert 12 points, 4 cleans (won 3rd in a ride off)
4. Chris Slydel 12 points, 4 cleans
5. Gregory Thompson 13 points, 6 cleans
6. Jay Hughen 16 points, 5 cleans
7. Ryan Shoemaker 36 points, 2 cleans
8. Max McWhirter 40 points, 4 cleans
9. Angelina Maynard 40 points, 0 clean
10. Stewart Wadsworth 45 points, 1 clean
11. Frank Brown 50 points, 1 clean
12. Max Gaitan 50 points, 0 cleans
13. Hinmanton Hisler 56 points, 0 cleans
14. Warren kennedy 60 poimts, 0 cleans


Begginer
1. Will Canop 29 points, 3 cleans
2. Walt Glazer 40 points, 1 clean

[va_tick]

pics to come

[johnglazer]

Its going to take a little while for the video to be done. Charlie had to go back to VA Tech this morning, so I won't get the raw footage until Friday or Saturday. It will probably be a couple weeks until the final video is put online.
I will upload pictures that my brother took either tonight or tomorrow. I didn't get too many pictures, due to the extreme heat and my brother helping out with the filming. We ended up with about 50 gigs of footage from his nicer camera, and similar from the other. It was hard to get everyone, since there were so many groups of riders, but hopefully we will end up with some good shots.

[johnglazer]

:run:just used my gift card to midwestbiketrials!!!:run:

[mekanic305]

wow...glad to see the large turnout! I wish I could have made it but the distance and the timing didn't work into my schedule. Congrats to all!

[johnglazer]

I am now the living definition of "farmer's tan"

[music_maj_34]

I am now the living definition of "farmer's tan"

That's ok John... I am sporting a double farmer tan!! I still had my first one from the Big bear comp and now I have one from my tank top! UUhhgg! BTW... congrats on your win, you really stepped it up!

[THEDEMOLITIONMAN]

I know it sounds lame, I just couldn't take the chance of having to pay out $1000.I know my ass behind the wheel, I would of tried to see what this car could do..lol








I'm def in for next year,

THEDMAN

[johnglazer]

Thanks Jay! I was surprised I did so well, I haven't been riding as much as I have wanted recently and it was damn hot, but now I will have to ride a lot so that I will get through some of the expert sections at NC.

[brian_E]

yo werd.. this comp was great.. all you guys really put some work in and it showed.. thanks for everything and you can definately count me in next year.. and for anyone else who was "thinking" about it.. the trip is worth it for sure..

oh and by the way.. it's yezierski.. no "j".. all though i know wilhem is lovin that one up.. =P

[KeepRollin]

The comp was the really awesome. I couldn't quite handle my own sections but B Yizzle was riding like a worlds finalist :naughty:

[muddyfox]

The comp was the really awesome. I couldn't quite handle my own sections but B Yizzle was riding like a worlds finalist :naughty:
You couldn't handle my section :rofl:
Brian did ride like a champ!! The sections were seriously hard in that heat. Made props to all the riders:bowdown:
Looking forward to an even bigger and better Belle isle comp next year.

[va_tick]

yo werd.. this comp was great.. all you guys really put some work in and it showed.. thanks for everything and you can definately count me in next year.. and for anyone else who was "thinking" about it.. the trip is worth it for sure..

oh and by the way.. it's yezierski.. no "j".. all though i know wilhem is lovin that one up.. =P

Sorry, I could'nt read the fiance's hand writing..corrected now though!

As for next year I think we may try and get the comp lined up with the large xtera mountain bike event they host....this way we can have a much larger spectator base and its held in early-mid spring. I'll be working on lining up sponsors and such for next years event in the next couple months so it should be an even bigger spectacle next year!!!

[maynard]

hey everybody! Angie and I had such a great time. A big thanks to Ryan, Hasti, and Mikey and everyone else who helped with setting up an awesome comp. We were taken care of, especially considering the heat, there was water and food and even fans and tents to cool the riders down. One of the best and well organized comps to date!! The sections were right on par with every class, it showed that you thought through every section when running the tape. We hope to see this particular comp grow every year, we're hooked. Great swag too.

To anyone who couldn't make it, this is definitely a comp to make next year. Excellent planning and excellent riding. It was worth the trip, the time, the money, the "everything". We can't even compare it with another comp.
This comp shows us what dedication to the sport can do. Can't wait for next year!

[AndyT]

that is a load of people! kick ass! Looking forward to video.

[dkeller]

Not to sound like a broken record, but this comp was awesome! Hat's off to everybody involved in putting it on. I honestly don't think I've ever been that hot, I think I ran out of sweat towards the end and starting to become beef jerky. Good times, thanks!

[Dang!]

Props to everyone that chipped in at the end to pick up!
The end was kind of a blur. I think my brain is still a little over cooked from Sat.
Mikey & Ryan- you guys are the shit!

I think that comp. was so good, that it needs to happen twice a year...

Who's up for fall comp.?

[johnglazer]

That would be awesome if we could have one in the fall and one in the spring!! Maybe one NATS and one non-NATS.

[va_tick]

It would be rough for me to get two comp both the same caliber as this last one in terms of promotion and sponsorship........everything is good in moderation too.........??

[johnglazer]

It would be rough for me to get two comp both the same caliber as this last one in terms of promotion and sponsorship........everything is good in moderation too.........??

LAME! ;)

I was thinking having one a year like the one we just had, and then a second (non-NATS) comp like the one for x-terra games or last years comp.

or we could just have a Richmond Ride, and just have a bunch of people come to richmond one weekend and have a big group ride.

:dunno:

[music_maj_34]

OTN days in MA this year... OTN days here next year?

Comp or a huge group ride at some point would be awesome.

[Dang!]

The start to the Mid-Atlantic-Trials-Series.
Mid Oct. or a Halloween ride.
A two day event even.

[stewpend0us]

or we could just have a Richmond Ride, and just have a bunch of people come to richmond one weekend and have a big group ride.

:dunno:

how about you bring belle isle to us...:dunno: haha great comp guys.. glad to help and can't wait for the next one.

Also Thanks to everyone who helped me out...i had some issues with flats and got a couple free tubes and bunch of barrowed pumps so...thanks guys i really appreciate it and made the comp that much better for me

[va_tick]

The start to the Mid-Atlantic-Trials-Series.
Mid Oct. or a Halloween ride.
A two day event even.

I'm working on a strucutre and guide for a new series....I will show you what I have this weekend as we all need to pool are thoughts on this one...

[muddyfox]

I think Oct could may be a good time to hold the event next year..Could be the last NATS event and the start of the Mid-Atlantic-Trials-Series.

[va_tick]

yep, some pics of pro and expert awards..

[lucky13]

Any pics of riding?

[MikeTheBike]

Ryan, do you mind if I post your writeup and results on NATrials.com? Or, if you would rather write something else yourself, feel free to login and write an article. It will email me when you submit it so I can review and publish it.

[va_tick]

Not at all....thats what I wanted to do but I had'nt had the time to get to it.

[va_tick]

Any pics of riding?

HD vid of riding to come.....it was so hot I dont think to many pics were taken.....all the spectators wanted to stay under the tents.

We also had a photographer that came and he should have his pics up soon

Also, see a few here....... http://www.observedtrials.net/vb/showthread.php?t=30494

[johnglazer]

There was also a newspaper photographer that took about 30 pictures of my face while I was trying to check. Every time I moved to follow the rider, he would run in front of me, get right in my face and click click click click click.
:ugh2:

[stewpend0us]

yeah...it's gona be a sweet newspaper article of you checking sections and me patching my tube

[mikeyr89]

Hey everyone, thanks so much for coming out! This comp was so amazing and we owe a huge thanks to Ryan. Ryan really took the reigns and made this comp something amazing. Also a personal thanks to Ryan for housing me and being a great host. Huge thanks to Hasti for helping out with everything too! Basically.... Ryan is the friggen man.

Thanks to everyone who came, helped out and just rode! It was so awesome and next year it will be better and cooler. Thanks again to everyone. Awesome riding with you guys, and I think the idea of OTN days 08 being there is what we need. Alright,

-Mikey

[va_tick]

more comp pics

http://www.observedtrials.net/vb/showthread.php?t=30572

[MikeTheBike]

Thanx, Ryan. I have posted it on NATrials.com. If anyone can send me a zip file of some pictures, I can upload them to the NATrials Gallery for posterity.

[va_tick]

The majority of pics are from a photographer at www.mikehambergerproductions.com (http://www.mikehambergerproductions.com) . So, you would probably need his permission or have to have a link to his site??? Hopefully others will post their own pics.

Also, there should be an HD vid coming soon.

[johnglazer]

I have to wait until Friday to get the footage from my friend, then i will work on editing it and such.

[mikeyr89]

Woo hoo, hey John, I think everyone is looking forward to it!!!!

[crescentrider]

HD vid of riding to come.....


When can we expect this? :wavey:

[johnglazer]

Charlie (the guy that filmed) is supposed to give me the footage by tuesday night. He is at VA Tech finishing up a project, so he wasnt able to get it to me saturday night, like we had planned. After I get the footage, I will edit it and put a vid together as soon as I can.

[crescentrider]

Charlie (the guy that filmed) is supposed to give me the footage by tuesday night. He is at VA Tech finishing up a project, so he wasnt able to get it to me saturday night, like we had planned. After I get the footage, I will edit it and put a vid together as soon as I can.

Hey, just wondering when the sweet video is coming out! Later Braham!

[muddyfox]

I saw a teaser of some of the slow-motion clips :wiggle: ...Pretty fucking rad!!!

[Dang!]

So when is the super vid coming out?

[MIKE1968]

So when is the super vid coming out?

av picture = hilarious

[johnglazer]

So when is the super vid coming out?


I still havent gotten the footage...

I think that he is avoiding me. He hasnt returned any of my calls or IMs...:wtf:

[MIKE1968]

sounds like you didn't give a very good reach around.

[Dang!]

Never underestimate the power of the reach around!

[johnglazer]

I knew I was forgetting something!

[crescentrider]

sooo... video?

[dengenerate]

av picture = hilarious

[templarbond]

Here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14436176@N06/archives/date-posted/2007/10/05/)
are some photos I forgot to post.
You can click on different sizes to see bigger pics.

[va_tick]

cool......I heard there was a video too???????

[johnglazer]

cool......I heard there was a video too???????

me too :hsugh: