a tuesday morning ride...

[striker]

I was able to sneak in a ride Tuesday morning before I got to work. I was rewarded quite handsomely. I'm more a mountain biker who takes photos than a photographer who rides mountain bikes.

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Birdfoot violet.


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The trails were in good shape for a chilly morning cruise.


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Overcast skies and dark winding trails. Wondering.


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My bike was swift, silent and svelt. The perfect tool for the ride.


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Blue flag. A natural iris species and a real treat to spot.


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Macro of blue flag. They were located right after the big creek crossing.


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Grey skies didn't diminish my ride at all.


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I'm not sure what flower this is.


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Unsure about the identity of this one too.



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Rhodendrum. (sp)


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Pretty hard to have a bad day when you start off like this.

See you on the trail.

Tim

[skade]

Now there is some really nice flower shots in there! Looks like a beautiful place to ride!

[LazyPhotographer]

Sweet pics!

[sparker1]

Some nice shots. Where were you?

[Pb2Au]

My bike was swift, silent and svelt. The perfect tool for the ride.

Tim
Steel is real man. What type of frame is that.. almost looks like a fat city.

[Michaelmjc]

My bike I ride mountain biking has shocks on the forks and the seat, and a unusal looking frame. How does your bike stand up to the rough terrain?

Nice shots.

Here's a shot of my bike.

[striker]

Thanks for the replies. To answer your questions:

I was riding in the Uhwarrie National Forest in North Carolina. About 1 hour east of Charlotte.

The bike is a custom single speed make by Steve Stickel in Harrisburg, VA. The geometry and setup was built to my dimensions. And yes, it handles anything I can give it except big drops. It is a great bike for very technical riding, rock gardens, bench cuts and twisty trails.