wheezy Posted March 23, 2016 Report Share Posted March 23, 2016 I am thinking about getting back into mountain biking. Does anyone ride up at Alum Creek phase 1 and 2? Has anything changed in the past 6 years? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Sweet Posted March 23, 2016 Report Share Posted March 23, 2016 Good question, it's been about 6-7 years since I've been there too but I would love to get a bike and go back. I always enjoyed the trails there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinner Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 was there last year its all still the same. want to do some riding this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmwohio Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I think they have stopped maintaining P1, but P2 is maintained and still very active. Both are still open to use. I live 2 miles from P1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supplicium Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I plan on getting a bike and riding that trail fairly often this summer. Anyone got recommendations for a solid bike sub 2k? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l36tols1 Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I plan on getting a bike and riding that trail fairly often this summer. Anyone got recommendations for a solid bike sub 2k? Not sure how rough Alum Creek is but I have a 5 year old hard tail Trek Superfly 3 I take on various Phoenix mountains every weekend for the last 2 years. Only paid $350 for it. Even got hit/ran over by a car lol The bike not me, I flipped over the handle bars onto the ground. Not a scratch or bend on it on the bike or me haha The only thing I've had to replace are the obvious - Bent wheels, busted tires/tubes. Trek has a whole Superfly line of bikes I think the new one is the SuperFly 9 which is just a little over 2k but can be found for cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinner Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I've been super happy with my Mongoose Canaan Elite. I picked it up used for Cheap. As for you what are you looking for? Hardtail? Of full suspension? If I got a hard tail I would look at a 29er. As for a full suspension look for some that can lock you the rear shock. I would say look at Gary Fisher but it looks like they were bought out by Trek. Specialized are good as well. Still have my old ass ground control and as hard as I was on it its still in good shape just needs serviced. Would say find a shop take some bikes for a ride or check to see if rental is a option to feel out the bike you are looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinner Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I think they have stopped maintaining P1, but P2 is maintained and still very active. Both are still open to use. I live 2 miles from P1. I guess there is a hidden P3 trail somewhere. Not sure how big it is or where its at but I saw a video of a group riding it or parts of it rather on youtube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheezy Posted March 24, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 I'm going to keep my eye out for a bike. I had a single speed 29er before and it was great at alum but Ill probably end up getting a more normal bike. Maybe we can organize a CR ride in a few months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limitedslip7 Posted March 24, 2016 Report Share Posted March 24, 2016 They definitely still maintain P1; it was in great shape at the end of last year. They also extended the beginner trail across the road from P1 which might have been what you saw. It's maybe around 0.75-1 mile long now. The trails are probably still going to be wet for a bit longer, they had closed signs posted at the trailheads a week or two ago. Check the trail conditions at ohiosingletrack.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted March 25, 2016 Report Share Posted March 25, 2016 ANy one have any pics or video of these trails? I live across the street from alum, maybe i can get my fat ass a bike and get some exercise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWill Posted March 26, 2016 Report Share Posted March 26, 2016 I'm going to keep my eye out for a bike. I had a single speed 29er before and it was great at alum but Ill probably end up getting a more normal bike. Maybe we can organize a CR ride in a few months. I still have my old Trek Y-Frame somewhere..just need to weld the subframe back together. I have that Specialized Hardrock somewhere as well. Lets go, we'll bring the kayaks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted March 26, 2016 Report Share Posted March 26, 2016 With the rain we have gotten the trails wash out a little easy but if you catch it dry they are still up kept and nice. Fwiw check out performance bikes on sawmill for a deal, got my gt for about $400 on sale and it's been awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted March 26, 2016 Report Share Posted March 26, 2016 I fucking hate reading about this stuff. My dumb ass went out and bought a "gee wiz" bike last year, because wife said she wants bikes. $2500 later, we have bikes, gear, a fucking trailer hitch and bike carrier for four. That must be so we can pretend to go biking with our other friends that thought this was a great idea. But hey, sweet MB, Bro. 11 months later, twelve fucking miles on the bike and never attached the carrier to the hitch. But hey, we have bike's. YEEEEAAAAAA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl1647545492 Posted March 26, 2016 Report Share Posted March 26, 2016 I LOL'D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted March 26, 2016 Report Share Posted March 26, 2016 Joe I'm sorry to hear because biking and mb are completely different animals. I use my mb to do everything from paved riding to alum creek trail style and usually ride 20 miles or so each time out. I couldn't imagine having a bike for a year and only riding 12 miles haha better get out there and get your money worth one way or another Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted March 26, 2016 Report Share Posted March 26, 2016 Time is my enemy. I live 20ish minutes from Alum. By the time I get a workout in the morning, work, then do projects around the house, oh yeah do some shooting, taking the bike out doesn't get prioritized much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted April 2, 2016 Report Share Posted April 2, 2016 I fucking hate reading about this stuff. My dumb ass went out and bought a "gee wiz" bike last year, because wife said she wants bikes. $2500 later, we have bikes, gear, a fucking trailer hitch and bike carrier for four. That must be so we can pretend to go biking with our other friends that thought this was a great idea. But hey, sweet MB, Bro. 11 months later, twelve fucking miles on the bike and never attached the carrier to the hitch. But hey, we have bike's. YEEEEAAAAAA! This is why I stick to road cycling. MTB you have to load up the bikes to go somewhere. I can get on my road bike at home near Easton and go where ever I want. I rode to a family reunionat the Delaware dam a couple years ago, my grandmas place for a family event near Mt. Vernon. I have friends with extra mountain bikes that let me ride their shit the few times per year I want to go, or I watch for the manufacturer's demo days. What kind of bikes did you buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted April 3, 2016 Report Share Posted April 3, 2016 I race MTB's and Road Bikes, but started off road. I ride to Phase 1 and 2 do laps and come home all the time 20-35 miles, no problem. COMBO (central ohio mountain biking assocaition) has been doing trail work at both Phase 1 and Phase 2. Phase 1 got a lot of love at the tail end of the season last year, it needed it. Phase two is still fun and quick, but I would say are beginner friendly and a great workout if that is what you're after. There is also the Mohican (1 hour north) mtb trail, 23 miles of some of the best single track in the midwest, awesome trail. Maybe work your way up to this one, although you can ride shorter loops. Chesnut ridge out in Canal Winchester, another COMBO trail, very fast, very fun, and in great shape. Dillion State Park out east, rocky, challenging, 14-16 miles of trail. There is a trail out by newark slips my mind, Lake Hope, Scioto Trails, AEP trails in zanesville awesome. The thing is MTB to be is much more interesting then the road, I dont mind loading up, make it a day, its awesome. You stop thinking about anything other then staying on the bike, intense focus (as to make certain you do not hit a tree). I love the road as well, but from purely a pain perspective, I only enjoy going fast on the road, vs I can enjoy just putting around in the woods. Berto lives over in Brown country IN. that is a trip to make, trail system is epic, great weekend to camp and ride! Any way my only advice is if you really want to do MTB get a decent bike spend 800 or so, you wont regret it. The el cheapos just suck so hard they take any enjoyment out of it IMO with issues all the time, heavy, handle like rubbish, ect ect. Get a good helmet pedals, adn practice its a great time. (Im biased obviously, I already have about 2000 miles in this years lol) Also dont ride if the trail is muddy, let it dry please...It fucks it up when its soft and wet, better to just wait a day to not rut it all up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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