bsham 9 Posted March 13, 2015 Planning on riding out of Ramona Saturday 3/14. Route: Meet Pamo Rd/ Orasco at 1000. Moving by 1015. Black Mountain to top, cut over trail/road to Black Canyon on way down, Black Canyon to Mesa Grande, 76, 79, S2, S22, Culp-Grapevine, 78, Wynola, 78, Old Julian Highway back to Ramona. This route is roughly 110 miles, half dirt, with no fuel stops along the way. Would like to keep it moving with a couple of brief snack/rest stops. Should take roughly 4 hours. Most of the route is big bike friendly but expect a couple of miles of sand on the lower part of Grapevine near the 78. I don't recommend this as a noob ride since I want to keep it moving and it's a good bit of distance to cover for a new rider. If interested reply here. If you decide to go have your bike in good shape and carry your own tools, spares, food, water, etc. I'd recommend a minimum of 4 gal gas for this. Brian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 382 Posted March 13, 2015 Do you keep track with a GPS? Like to get more track for a day ride with a big bike later. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bsham 9 Posted March 13, 2015 Do you keep track with a GPS? Like to get more track for a day ride with a big bike later. Not using gps tomorrow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted March 14, 2015 Sounds fun, wish I could make it. Just an FYI, there is gas in Julian and Santa Ysabel along this route. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bsham 9 Posted March 14, 2015 Sooooo, 9AM and no takers. I think I'll do a couple of errands and ride a bit later in the day. Would be cool to have a riding buddy or two. Let me know if you want to get a good ride in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted March 14, 2015 Was tempted but need to work on my bike for once. Have fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bsham 9 Posted March 14, 2015 Probably head out around 2p. Anyone? Anyone? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sdhydro 0 Posted March 14, 2015 Cant today do to son's little league game but im looking for a ride tomorrow. Try and stay cool its a hot one today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bsham 9 Posted March 15, 2015 Ended up wrenching this afternoon. Will definitely head out in the morning (Sun). I can start anywhere between 8a and 10a if that works for anyone. Probably stick to the route above, maybe add more dirt to the east if anything. Let me know if interested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sdhydro 0 Posted March 15, 2015 Im interested i can meet wherever is good to stage/unload bike. My drz is geared more for dirt right now so the least amount of 60+ pavement the better lol. -Rob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bsham 9 Posted March 15, 2015 I see folks parked along Pamo Road every time I go through there. Couple of weeks ago there were two trucks loading bikes on the far side of Pamo at Orasco as I headed home at dusk. There's also a lot of pull off room down by Black Mountain Truck Trail. Believe that once you pass the dump you're in the forest so you might need an adventure pass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sdhydro 0 Posted March 15, 2015 I have an adventure pass so no issues there. Just tell me when and where to meet and ill be there. What bike are you on? Im wondering if my gearing is gonna be an issue if theres much slab though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bsham 9 Posted March 15, 2015 How about 0830 at Pamo Rd/Orasco? I'll be on a black/white 690 Enduro. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sdhydro 0 Posted March 15, 2015 Somewhere around here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
