roulette2007
Roulette 2007
Many described this ride as the Epic Single Track Adventure!
Welcome to the “2007 Roulette” of rides.
This year will be known as the "Single Track" year!
But first, about the Roulette:
My dream is to be an explorer (an intelligent explorer using all technologies) and discover all the best rides and places. As an explorer, I strive to not repeat any rides from year to year.While it may be tempting to repeat some of the great rides, it is my goal to just discover new and better rides.I study all the areas intensively before developing the ride plan and the GPS tracks.I use all the different technologies available. I study maps, satellites, ride stories, and the internet. So, each year I try to create an entirely new set of rides.In doing so some of the rides that I create will be great and some may be not so good. Rides are always a gamble.This ride is about being an explorer and discovering new places. You may repeat any of the great rides on your own as you have the GPS tracks for all these rides. So join me for this Roulette adventure.
Kevin L. Glassett
gpskevin@gmail.com
Everytime we say no to a ride in life, that is one less chance for a great ride.
I give away all the information you need to do this ride yourself, The maps for each days ride can be found at the end of the slide shows. The GPS tracklogs are given out at the end of the page. So enjoy it yourself.
Roulette 2007
By Kevin L. Glassett, gpsKevin
Sunday 9/9:
Lodging: HeberCity, Holiday Inn Express
Day 1 Ride Plan:American Fork Single Track
Ride Detail: This is a single track day; there are three ride options and some “Bail Outs”.You must study the map to understand your options.The GPS tracks are shown on the map so you must understand which track to choose.Additionally you may want to carry the map with you as this is the Roulette and you never know the condition of the trails.So you might find yourself changing the plan in the middle of the ride. This ride plan will be discussed at the riders meeting at dinner on the previous evening.
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Monday 9/10:
Day 2 Ride Plan:Log Hollow Trail East, after the ride we move to Strawberry Bay Marina & Lodge
Ride Detail: Log Hollow Trail: Ride length is 86 miles, if the short options is taken the ride length is 70 miles.This ride includes about 2/3 dirt roads and 1/3 trails, both single track and ATV trails. Much of the ride will be above 8000ft with heights up to 9600 feet. Study the map to understand the ride choices and track selection.
This should be a short day’s ride, then after the ride we will pack up the trucks and drive to Strawberry Bay Marina & Lodge.This should be a 45 minute drive in the trucks.
Dinner:We should plan to have an early dinner before leaving HeberCity.Place is Open
Lodging:Move to StrawberryBay Marina & Lodge (435) 548-2500
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Tuesday 9/11:
Day 3 Ride Plan:Center Ridge Trail (StrawberryReservoirUintaForest)
Ride Detail: Ride length is 80 miles, with optional bail out lengths at 52 miles and 70 miles. We should get a mix of mountain dirt roads and some trails. More high stiff! Lots of forest. Study the map to understand the ride choices and track selection.
After the ride:Happy Hour at the Lodge.
Dinner: At StrawberryBay Lodge.
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Wednesday 9/12:
Day 4 Ride Plan:Mollies Nipple Trail
Ride Detail: Ride length is 88 miles, with an optional bail out length at 65 miles.Study the map to understand the ride choices and track selection.
Move Plan: After the ride we move to Gilly's SouthForkChurch (2.5 hour drive) Dinner on the road.
Lodging: Gilly's SouthForkChurch, Ferron Utah. (435) 384-3333
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Thursday 9/13:
Day 5 Ride Plan: San Rafael Swell, “Swell Cure for Cabin Fever”
Ride Detail: Ride length is 120 miles with gas possible at 100 miles in Castle Dale.Ride Bail out length is 105 miles with gas possible at 85 miles. This is desert and canyon riding, with many spectacular canyon views.There may be some obstacles to conquer and a river crossing. Study the map to understand the ride choices and track selection.
Dinner:Volunteer cook team one will be making dinner for the riders, we will all chip in to cover the costs of the food.
Lodging: Gilly's SouthForkChurch, Ferron Utah. (435) 384-3333
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Friday 9/14:
Day 6 Ride Plan: “Arapeen Gooseberry Run” Long 162 mile ride with lunch at Moms in Salina.
Ride Detail: Ride length is 162 miles with gas at 76 miles in Salina. There are both a bail out option and easy choice option for this ride.Ride length for the Bail option (includes Track Bail1 and Bail2) is 107 miles with no gas stops. The ride length for the Easy option (includes Track Bail2) is 152 miles. Study the map to understand the ride choices and track selection.
Dinner:Volunteer cook team two will be making dinner for the riders, we will all chip in to cover the costs of the food.
Lodging: Gilly's SouthForkChurch, Ferron Utah. (435) 384-3333
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Saturday 9/15:
Day 7 Ride Plan:“Skyline Finale”
“Skyline Finale”, 158 mile ride along the Skyline peaks, with lunch in Ephraim. Eats in Ephraim.
1) Satisfied Ewe Cafe (435 283-6364)
350 North Main, 84627
Between Cemetary & Snow College
2) Los Amigos Mexican (435 283-5675)
3 East 700 South, 84627
Hwy 89 near Larson Lane
Ride Detail: Ride length is 158 miles, with a bail out option length at 134 miles.
Study the map to understand the ride choices and track selection.
Dinner: Celebration at the Church!!! Final awards presented. Dinner will be catered.
Lodging: Gilly's SouthForkChurch, Ferron Utah. (435) 384-3333
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Sunday 9/16:Morning, Drive Home
Gps file for the ride:Roulette2007.gpx
Appendix:
Saturday 9/8/2007: Drive to Utah, arrange your own transportation; meet at 6:00pm for group dinner and riders meeting.
Lodging:HeberCity, Holiday Inn Express
1268 S Main St
Heber City, UT84032
(435) 654-9991
Ride Plan: No Ride, Travel to Utah day
Dinner: Meet in the hotel lobby at 6:00pm and walk to dinner.
Claimjumper Restaurant
1267 S US-40
Heber City, UT84032
435-654-4661
This is a dual sport ride around < namespace="" prefix="st1" ns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" xml="true">Utah.Each person is responsible for making their own transportation arrangements to and from the ride location. The ride begins in Heber CityUtah on Sunday morning 9/9/2007.The plan will be to meet at the hotel in HeberCity on Saturday night 9/8/2007 by 6:00pm for a dinner meeting.We will complete the ride on Saturday 9/15 and conclude with a celebration dinner on Saturday evening.We will then plan to drive home on Sunday 9/16.
Enclosed you will find a complete description of the ride and plan for each day.Please read the plan ahead of time in order to prepare and equip yourself as needed. Some rides may require carrying extra fuel, lunches, clothes, or ….?
About the riders: 14 riders this year:
All riders have a history of “Big Rides”
Ben S, Brad M, Dan G, Dan Y, Dick V, Dyrck M, Jeff C, Kevin gps, Kevin K, Mike A, Steve L, Tom B, Tom T, Jim S
About Ride Groups:
It is my goal to break up into 2 or 3 riding groups of not more then 5 riders per group each day.Each person is responsible for their own navigation. GPS is provided to all and if you are unable to navigate by GPS you must choose a partner and make arrangements with him. The ride is by GPS only. Detailed maps are not given.
Choose a ride partner:
You should buddy with someone that will help keep track of you in the event of an accident or trouble.Ride together with your buddy. As a riding partner you should be a riding asset not a liability.Ask yourself, am I more likely to need help from someone or am I more likely to offer help to someone.We should all work to help out each other.That will make this a great ride.
Dinner Plans and Check:
Each evening we will go out to eat.As one large group table is hard, we should break up into 2 or 3 smaller table groups.Each group is responsible for the check at their own table.As not all order and eat the same amount, you should keep mental track of your own portion of the bill as the night progresses. At the end of the evening the check will be passed around the table and you should contribute your own portion of the bill and tip.After the check has been passed around, one member should count and verify that the payment and tip is correct.In the event of an overpayment (too much money) an attempt should be made to pass a few dollars back to those members that may have contributed too much.In the event of underpayment an announcement should be made that the pot is short so people can contribute a little more to generate the proper amount.This process should be used for drinks also.If you order drinks for the table, you should pay for that round.Otherwise let people order their own drinks.
Ride Creator:
Kevin L. Glassett
Go to: New gpsKevin Website