It's all about who you know. And having having friends in high places!
Doug P's local bike club, the
Bicycle Club of Irvine, was having a semi-annual S24O get-together in O'Neill Regional Park. One thing led to another, and the next thing I knew I was carrying camping gear for myself and my 12 y.o. across the wilds of deepest, darkest coastal Southern California!
Met a great bunch of folks, had an 18 mile ride to the park, festive dinner at a local hidden in the hills cantina, the woke up and reversed the route. My custom AR handled perfectly, along with every bike there. Side note: Really, really like the REI Half Dome 2. Good tent!
Cheers,
David
"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal