...after a day on muddy trails, you stop at the car wash on the way home, but only the bike gets washed. The dirty new car didn't get any more than a little over spray. [img]/images/graemlins/smirk.gif[/img]
Like Eric said, it's GOOD. Otherwise, your deck/driveway/garage gets dirty and your spouse gets unhappy.
The other day I had to get the dried muck off of my mtb shoes - I needed them to start teaching spin this winter since my pairs of road shoes don't have walkable treads and I need to get up and around during class - and I made a huge mess, using the BBQ grill brush (well, it won't be used for that now) to get it clean first then messing up the laundry room sink. Dried mud and then wet mud was everywhere. My last ride was good. [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
You should see my living room when I try to get a ride in during winter. All of the spray from my riding partners' tires in my face, all over my bike - and consequently, all over my living room. Throw in a little chain grease and you have one pissed off lady. It's all in good fun though, who wants to wash and tune the bike outside when it's cold?!?
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I'm sure he's talking about creek crossings dude!
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I hope so. I have been surprised by how many people don't understand the damage that can be done to a trail from riding in the mud. I have been even more surprised by the amount of people who know but don't care. Then they will be the first to complain about trail access issues, and wonder why mountain biking gets such a bad rap.
I hope everyone on this forum understands and use the forum to educate others. I'm really hope I am not coming off like an Ass.
BTW, if gardner sees you using the Term "Dude" he might get a little upset. [img]/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]
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