Mt. Laguna S24O

[Coconutbill]

My first venture to San Diego county, was epic. after biking to the metrolink, I caught the Amtrak in Burbank, met Hugh, we drove to Julian, met Bruce and Curtis, & we all rode out to the wilderness.

Due to a late start, and a setting sun, we found refuge above a meadow, & just below some trees, which served as an effective wind-cover. Not so long after setting up camp, Curtis selflessly shared sips of his single 120z beer (Anderson valley oatmeal stout) , and Hugh his delicious indian lentils and brown rice. 

A full moon illuminated the sky. the warmth of the day dropped quickly from a toasty 50° to somewhere in high 30°'s. Slept intermittently, tracing the moon left to right across my field of vision. 

What a nice place to wake up, I thought. Surrounded by trees and with good friends. After a small snack and coffee in camp, we rode into town, had a seriously delicious breakfast, and embarked on the crowning jewel of the trip, which was the singletrack leading us to the lake. (Not that many pictures because it was sandy as heck!). Curtis broke from the group here, taking another trail that led him towards his friend's Cabin, and the rest of us (me and the Smithams), trucked onwards towards Julian. 

pictures prove it happened: http://www.flickr.com/photos/coconutbill/sets/72157636761721955/

[Deacon Patrick]

Looks wonderful this time of year!

With abandon,

Patrick

[hsmitham]

Hey there Coconut Bill, no mention of the sweet brew once back in town?? Deacon it was indeed great weather and the scenery was sublime...I'll post my thoughts an pictures in due time, Evan, Curtis & my Brother Bruce were excellent partners in a short but sweet getta away.

~Hugh

[cyclotourist]

Wow, that looks like it was just a great all around nice time. Love
the two-lane road and the off-road pictures!

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Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal

[Hugh Smitham]

David,

When we left the Sunrise Hwy (S1) and headed off road toward Big Laguna Lake I was totally thinking how much you would have enjoyed it. I recall riding some of these same Jeep roads and single track back in the 90's and it lived up to my recollections with small drop off's and smooth delicious carved trail. I could easily spend a couple of days up there riding/exploring and stealth camping.

I'm glad you liked Evan's pictures.

I assure you I will plan a return very soon.

Best,

~Hugh

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[cyclotourist]

I was of a mind to make this one, but couldn't quite pull it off. I
was there in spirit though!

[Hugh Smitham]

You were. Next one :-)

Best,

~Hugh

[Mike Schiller]

I'm sorry I missed it.  Had a dermatology appt. Friday and am still recovering from my Shingles then Flu month off the bike. I'm feeling stronger every day and will be there for the next one, for sure.   

So you didn't drop down to Pine Valley?  I was worried about climbing up Hwy 79 with minimal shoulder and Saturday traffic.  

~mike

[Hugh Smitham]

Hi Mike,

You were missed. Your correct we did not drop down to Pine Valley as a group. From Big Laguna Lake Curtis dropped down to PV to his friends cabin the rest of us riding North on single track to Noble Canyon trail head @ S1 and back down to Julian, which I must say was another high light as we glided down to Julian for a brew.. And you also are right that hwy 79 has no shoulder which is disconcerting with traffic...I would still like to do the loop when I feel stronger.

Glad to hear your feeling better. The next ride will most likely be a DT SD bay loop...so another local one for you.

Depending on weather the next S240 will be Messanger Flats or  the SC valley. S240.

Best,

~Hugh

[dougP]

Great photos!  I look forward to figuring out on a map where you went.  New turf to me.  I'll be there for the next one, though. 

dougP

On Sunday, October 20, 2013 11:14:43 AM UTC-7, Coconutbill wrote:

[Hugh Smitham]

Pretty straight forward I'll work on getting a map together unless Curtis beats me to it. He has a map of the area.

We made a few wrong turns, but nothing too hard to rectify. It was fun getting lost...and we didn't lose much elevation in doing so. I know you'll dig this area.

Best,

~Hugh

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[hsmitham]

I think Evan described the adventure excellently. Moments like these are what keep me going...and coming back for more. And Evan's thought that this is a good place to wake up was shared by all. Here's my submission.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/sets/72157636632221163/show/

Proof that it happened.

~Hugh

On Sunday, October 20, 2013 11:14:43 AM UTC-7, Coconutbill wrote:

[Esteban]

Big time Alba-adventure in my local back country. Great stuff!

-esteban

[hsmitham]

Here's Curtis's set on the S240

http://www.flickr.com/photos/97010676@N07/sets/72157636779432626/

~Hugh

On Sunday, October 20, 2013 11:14:43 AM UTC-7, Coconutbill wrote:

[Tom Virgil]

Thank you Evan, Curtis, and Hugh for the pictures.  That was some fine riding and camping.

[Hugh Smitham]

Thanks Tom for the kind words.

Best,

~Hugh

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