Swayback on Memorial Weekend? [Archive]

superdave

05-06-2008, 09:30 AM

Anyone up for a day trip up to Swayback on Memorial weekend? We'll probably be heading up Saturday morning (I'll re-post once that's confirmed) for a morning lap, grab lunch, and hit an afternoon lap before heading back. We should be back before 7 pm. I have a full vehicle right now, but if others want to caravan up it would be cool to get a group up there.

natepac

05-06-2008, 03:29 PM

bummer, i'm working that weekend.

pops

05-06-2008, 04:23 PM

I'll prolly be up for a lap or two. I have room for several ppl.

Endo

05-14-2008, 07:54 AM

i'm hoping to get a kitchen pass for this one.

pops u got room for 1 more? i'll pitch in for fuel.

ScottR

05-14-2008, 08:17 AM

bummer, i'm working that weekend.

Gotta work also. I'm off June 3-9 I'd like to get a swayback day in during that period.

scratchndent

05-14-2008, 10:02 AM

Mom and Pops are coming in from china and my bro is coming from atl for the weekend. Maybe sometime during scotts vacay?

pops

05-14-2008, 12:58 PM

Sure Scott, I've got room for ya. Where were u last night?

Endo

05-14-2008, 05:10 PM

thanks man. this will be my 1st on this trail...saw some vids on utube--looks like fun.

I actually had to work last night at a public meeting - - didn't get out of there until after 9 pm.

superdave

05-15-2008, 10:23 AM

thanks man. this will be my 1st on this trail...saw some vids on utube--looks like fun.

I actually had to work last night at a public meeting - - didn't get out of there until after 9 pm.

Sweet. Your going to love the trail. So far we have:
Greg W.
Pam W.
Melanie
James
Scott
myself
Anymore?

carl

05-19-2008, 08:06 PM

i might be able to go but i'm not allowed to get dirty.

Endo

05-22-2008, 12:31 PM

weather looking good for sat:

http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/USAL0375.html

pops - where and when to meet? plan to bring the cam-gear? i might.

superdave

05-22-2008, 04:46 PM

weather looking good for sat:

http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/USAL0375.html

pops - where and when to meet? plan to bring the cam-gear? i might.

HOT! But at least there's no rain. And it's always nice to cool off in Lake Jordan afterwards. We're planning on hitting the road about 6:45 or 7 from Pace, which should put us at Swayback about 9:30-9:45. Do you guys want to try to meet up somewhere on Hwy 29 north of Molino or just meet at the trailhead? Chris, What time are you heading out?

pops

05-22-2008, 09:51 PM

The Wall-Mart on Hwy 29 is a good place. I'll be there at 0700. Takes about 3 hours drive time.

carl

05-23-2008, 06:21 AM

have you got room for chris and me?

Endo

05-23-2008, 06:39 AM

SHotgun!! :p

carl

05-23-2008, 07:40 AM

The Wall-Mart on Hwy 29 is a good place. I'll be there at 0700. Takes about 3 hours drive time.

that would be the ensley wal-mart?

superdave

05-23-2008, 08:17 AM

that would be the ensley wal-mart?

I believe that was the plan. If Chris D. is riding w/ you guys, it may be better to meet at his house in Molino or at least pick him up on the way. We'll just meet you guys at the trailhead at 10ish.

CleverOgre

05-23-2008, 09:29 AM

superdave

05-23-2008, 10:21 AM

My house would be awesome if you could swing by and pick me up. It is literally a block away from Fran's diner on HWY 29 in Molino, 13 miles (or so) north of the papermill... I'll PM directions if it's cool... I'm also still debating SS or not... thoughts?

You should be able to do it w/ a SS. You may have to get off at the Elevator climb and maybe one other longer climb, but I would say that trail shouldn't be too difficult to ss. Keep in mind though, we are going to do two laps so that needs to factor into your decision too.

pops

05-23-2008, 11:15 AM

Yep, the WallyWorld on Hwy 29. This is a good spot to park, because they have a patrol in the lot. I have room for several more. With Scott and I, I can still carry 3 more ppl (and bikes). Swayback is fun, this is going to be a nice ride. As to riding a SS, Swayback is very doable on a SS. There are no serious hills. I can't make the "elevator" going up. I have riden down it many times. If you want to call me, 501-0196. James

carl

05-23-2008, 11:29 AM

i will be there at 7:00 with bike. i rode it on my singlespeed with no problems even riding behind a slow downhill type guy to remain unnamed. what's for lunch?

superdave

05-23-2008, 01:13 PM

i will be there at 7:00 with bike. i rode it on my singlespeed with no problems even riding behind a slow downhill type guy to remain unnamed. what's for lunch?

Pops keeps teling me about this ruling BBQ place over there. I'm down to check that out.

carl

05-23-2008, 01:36 PM

i can clean up a rib bone.

CleverOgre

05-23-2008, 03:44 PM

Single Speed it is... looking forward to it!

pops

05-23-2008, 06:39 PM

Country's BBQ, Montgomery, Al. There's also a good BBQ joint right close to Swayback Park. I don't think they're open on the weekend though.

Endo

05-25-2008, 04:33 PM

great time yall...certainly one of the best day-trip trails around. good workout too. maybe do it again in the fall.

pops

05-26-2008, 09:14 PM

I had lots of fun. Nice thing about that trail is, not a lot of climbing. I think I got too hot. Prolly should have drank more water.