Me and the Moonlander!

[ywen]

REI has 15% off on the Surly Pugsley... man really thinking of getting it..... I noticed the used market sells these for $1100 to $1300 depending on condition.. so not much depreciation..

[Gear]

Justin, thanks much for sharing your adventures!!

I'm hoping to receive my own Moonie soon. Can't wait.

In one of the pics I thought I spotted a Strider in your pocket is that right? (which Model) I'm a Striderholic myself

Hope Ethan is feeling better in the meantime...?

Good eye! It is a TAD/Strider SnG Concealed Carry in Black.

www.tripleaughtdesign.com


Oh and Ethan is feeling better and doing well with his new scooter.

I hope to see photographs of your new Moonlander in the Netherlands!

REI has 15% off on the Surly Pugsley... man really thinking of getting it..... I noticed the used market sells these for $1100 to $1300 depending on condition.. so not much depreciation..

Well did you make your move on the Pugsley? Another idea would be to ask around on the bike forums for a used Moonlander. Now that the snow season is over you might just get lucky finding one.

[Gear]

Well I was lucky enough to make it out to the Overland Expo. The event was fantastic. With that said I spent more time helping out Zach from Overland Gourmet then riding my bicycle. Here is a shot of Mormon Lake.


Looking back at camp. The bike turned out to be a nice way to see all the different vehicles in the dry camp.


I really liked the look of this new SD Brazos. I can't wait to see what Global Expedition Vehicles is going to do on the back of this monster.


Maybe something like this! Andy how do you get the bikes down from there?


It was nice to see the 4 dr. Brute at the show.

Distance 4.2 miles

[Gear]

It is starting to heat up out here in San Diego. I noticed the marine layer was down by the coast and decided to take advantage of the cooler climate. I live 7 miles inland and it is bright and sunny.


The beach looked very inviting but once again my timing was wrong. High tide! Although this would be a nice way down on a good day.


I must admit with the temperatures rising I am thinking about hanging up the bike and pulling out the paddle board. Two weeks till summer vacation.


Moonlight Beach, I got down on the sand to take a look around.


I jumped across the railroad tracks to take a look at San Elijo Lagoon.


Here is the Lagoon. I'm going to have to check with the Visitor Center about riding here. Some signs say no bikes others say you can be on existing access roads. Sill a cool place to come and hike. It is surprisingly quiet even with it sandwiched in-between the I-5 freeway and the 101.


Heading back onto the 101 for the ride back to the Jeep.



Distance 14.2 miles
Elevation 564 feet
Moving Average 10.8 mph

[nwoods]

Andy how do you get the bikes down from there?

In one of the photos posted in the trip report section, I thought I saw a hoist in the top right side of the platform, just above the bikes and to the right.

[crafft]

Hi Justin,

When my Moonlander is ready (waiting for the frame to arrive, components are all there) I'll post some pics. Should be a few weeks from now.

Here's a pic of my current ride (luckily I found one with Strider content......).



and by the way....nice jump Ethan

[Gear]

Here's a pic of my current ride (luckily I found one with Strider content...

That's Awesome! I'm digging the table too.

[ywen]

I ordered the Pugsley from REI.. suppose to be shipped to a local store late next week... $1470 with all discounts and after tax.. a sizable discount from normal MSRP.

I wasn't sure if 16 or 18 was my size... however I test rode a 16 ogre at the REI store, and it felt small to me, along with a toe overlap problem.. I figured the two frames are somewhat similiar. I also read that the fat tires on 26" wheel is equivalent to 29er when measuring the outside diameter?

My 19" 26er MTB has a little bit less than 1" of standover clearance but I think the tt on the pugsley is angled down more..

Guess we'll see!

Gear - did you ever get your moonlander sprayed with framesaver?

[Gear]

In one of the photos posted in the trip report section, I thought I saw a hoist in the top right side of the platform, just above the bikes and to the right.

I think the hoist is used for the spare tire? I'm betting there is a different way to get the bicycles down.

I ordered the Pugsley from REI.. suppose to be shipped to a local store late next week... $1470 with all discounts and after tax.. a sizable discount from normal MSRP.

I wasn't sure if 16 or 18 was my size... however I test rode a 16 ogre at the REI store, and it felt small to me, along with a toe overlap problem.. I figured the two frames are somewhat similiar. I also read that the fat tires on 26" wheel is equivalent to 29er when measuring the outside diameter?

My 19" 26er MTB has a little bit less than 1" of standover clearance but I think the tt on the pugsley is angled down more..

Guess we'll see!

Gear - did you ever get your moonlander sprayed with framesaver?

My local bike store had this on hand, Boeshield T-9. So we sprayed it thru all of the openings that we could get to. So far it looks like it is working well.

http://boeshield.com/

I can't wait to see your adventures on the new Pug.

[Gear]

Miles and I took off on another great adventure down in San Diego. We got a late start around 4:00 pm. First stop was Tecolote Canyon.


We rode three different sections making our way north to the 52 freeway.


At one point we ducted into this drainage tunnel to get to the other side.






Dropping down into Rose Canyon.


Great single track and a neat little area full of flowers.


From here we headed south back towards Mission Bay. The I-5 and 52 merge is in the background.


Awesome trail high on the hillside.


Crossing the last little bit of water before we hit the road again.


Once we were off the dirt we sped around Mission Bay.


Down the board walk in Pacific Beach.


Then made a beeline for the start of the Critical Mass.


We made it up to Hill Crest in record time. So we quickly had a bite to eat. It's funny watching your Vegan brother eat at Smash Burger.


We caught up with the group just as they were leaving Balboa Park.


Riding thru downtown.


Stopping for the trolley. Another great day on the bike!



Distance 50.2 miles
Elevation 1951 feet
Moving Average 10.3 mph