stinky93071

Wow left out quit a bit out but its ok you need all the help to make yourself look good.. I will fill in people with my side of what happen. Yes i was slower than the three of you.. I race XC so the first day I was learning how to ride in the desert I told everyone that before we headed out, and you and I also talked about it in the truck on the way down. I was hanging back so i was not in a constant dust cloud from the other 4 riders. Last time I check pre running was not a timed event and saw no need to break the quad or prove myself or anyone for that matter. As far as the lights on my quad.. Yep no lights. I told you this and asked if I needed to get some the quote from you was " no need to get them we will be done per running before you will ever need them" taking the advice of the "expert" I didn't bother to get any. I would have got some if I had known that we would not go out and pre run before noon (the earliest day we got out) and I was told that we would be picked up at mikes or I would have not spent over an hr looking around I would have got on my way and been fine. One of many times I was told something and well turns out not what I was told by the “leader” As far as my quad not being ready for Baja, lets just say I sent stuff out to be worked on by a "Sponsor" and our leader “had my back and it would be all good” So after having the part for 3 weeks he finally looks at it and has to send it back to me after doing nothing. He did what he could but it was too late for me to do anything when I get the part back. (Also stumping the manufacturer as well) Also I would like to point out that out of the 5 quads that were taken mine did 400 miles and the only problem that developed with it was a wheel bearing staring to go out. (Thought I had a trans problem but it was just low on oil) Marks bike was the only other bike with no problems (that I know of) the other three all had catastrophic failure, (including the " podium contender") Now on Wen, I road the 90 miles to Mikes, getting my desert legs under me and not stalling, getting stuck, or having to "dig out" or pulled out of any of the silt beds, I know of two times the other two riders were not so lucky, I remember having to stop and wait for them a few times.. (I could be wrong but I am not..lol) As far as Thursday.. After we got back and I was talking with the “our leader “and told him I needed to eat. (Not eating all day but a 2 tacos before we took off) I was hungry I was told to go get some food and relax (so I went around the corner to get some food) when I came back everyone was working on this or that and looked at me like I was crazy but I was told we were doing that in the morning.. (I basically did what I was told to by you, but you didn't tell anyone what you told me) As far as you pre-running your quad, all I told you is not to push it, take it easy and know that if you crash we are done.. (I was not the only one that thought this just the only one on the "team" to say something.. We went into this that your quad was a "podium contender" as is stood as most would agree it was not! As far as you forgetting your boots, that’s funny that you blame me, I might think blaming, you not ever being completely with the team as your entire family that was with us and it felt like we were joining you on a family vacation could have something to do with it. As far as Friday, I didn't say that and you should have come to me about what I said. it was Why is she ridding it like that (a little reckless for me with all the people and kids around) and thought we should push it in.(if you recall that is what they made us do the last block up to the street to get to inspection) Still not sure why you wanted to go in the back way.. no big deal for me whatever. After everyone put there stuff up and (I was watching the quad) I went to put my stuff up and go to the bathroom the "team left" and it took me 45 mins to find out where you everyone went (as the team had gone back and going through like you should have the first time) Now for Sat the race day, I believe we took off 2nd off the line. You say it was just a few moments loss due to getting lost, but explain to me why you pulled into the pits 2nd to last (the quad in last place broke and went back to start to get fixed) . I purchased a GPS and had the current map on all you had to do was follow the line on it. My guess taking time to learn how to use it would have cut into the family time. But still not a good reason to fall from 2nd to basically last in the first 30 miles (for a pro racer such as yourself) Now my first section with less than 5 miles in, I had to stop and pump up the front right tire due to a flat. After another 4 miles it was flat once more but this time due to riding on a flat the sidewall was punctured so 20+ miles on a right flat front tire. As far as riding not racing Baja, I did slow down due to the flat I did not want to trash the bike due to a flat with the bike pulling to the right at ever bump and rock. I only had one bike pass me the whole time in this section, Doing hill climbs in silt with only one tire in front as not a easy thing to do and would love to see you do it. I did stop and check on a quad guy that was lying beside his quad to make sure he was ok (sorry I am going to stop and ask if someone is ok but that was all of 30 seconds or so) On my 2nd leg, the "podium contender" had suffered a starting failure prior to me getting it (problem it also had just a week out from leaving for Baja) Just under 1/2 way through the leg I had a TT come up and as I was getting out of his way stalled the quad. I was just over 2 miles from a road crossing per the gps, So after a few tries of pushing starting it (alone) I unpacked my gear to see if I could fix the problem but with no wire to jump the starter, off I go on a hike to find help after walking for 1.5 miles I found a family that took me back let me gear up and pulled the quad with the truck to get it started. So ya after a 2hrs delay I was back on the bike.. Now as to my ridding abilities. 5 yrs of XC racing and last year I finished 4 out of 15 in my over 40b. The year before I was 5th out of 18. So I am not just some guy ridding around the backyard, XC is much deferent then the dessert stuff, and ya it took me a day or two to get the hang of it. I left a open invitation to the whole team to come out and race a XC race with me (lets see how you do in the mud, trees, drop in, and 90 degree hills climbs.) its a little deferent then the "highways" the dessert tracks have running wide open. Question for the “pro race leader” How long have you been racing and what are you end of year rankings for the past two yrs? As well as You are so well known around Baja, Why have you not gotten on a team (as you know everyone why not jump on with them?) After talking to a few of the other teams I can tell you but I will let you try and figure that out on your own. Now lets talk about the “pro racer team leader” finale section. This was what 30 miles or so? And how long did it take for him to run it? Anyone? I will give you it was dark, so a little slower is ok. (Mark this question is for you) why is it ok for the leader to take almost 4 hrs to do the 30 miles (with no breakdowns) but not me with a brake down? I had gone into the score and asked how far out he was when I got to the start/finish line. The first tracking showed him 20 miles out and going 9 miles an hr. (he had been on the road for over an hr and covered less then a third of the way back) I sat in with score for about 20 min talking with them tracking him the whole time the (basically every 2 min getting updates) the fastest he got in that time was 11mph. Now lets talk about the days after the race, I was going to let it go but due to the personal attacks that have been made on me by the “leader” but hey lets open it and let all see what happen here. So Sunday rolls around, We all get up shower and start packing well all but I get packed up and get things put on the trailer its about 11 so we go eat (and I am thinking we will be on the road after that.) Nope we wait around 6 hrs. Why I was told it was to get the pictures, but with all the shopping and playing around It was easy to see that the family was just hanging out at the street party thing that was going on. Besides who waits 6 hrs for a dvd of pictures! Oh and didn’t even work! So we are on the road now and I am told we might need to spend longer in Mexicali to get the AC fixed (well one night was expected due to some family dinner that was going to happen) but leaving at almost 6 how was a dinner even going to happen? The way into Mexicali it got pushed back to we will leave soon as the truck was fixed, I might be late Monday which turned into Tuesday sometime (also the problems went from the AC, to the clutch, to the transmission, to getting the axles changed out.. It was to the point I had called around to rent a truck so I could put my stuff in it and get on the road. I needed to get home to take care of my family and not just tag along on his family vacation. Vlady, I have to say you are an outstanding rider, and all around good guy. You brought two quads that were not quit done we worked on them almost every day but you stood up and admitted you were not ready I was a little frustrated working on them so much but I get it work comes first. The only one of the team that was willing to give me pointers on how to ride the deserter stuff as well. Alex, Hell of a good guy as well. Always willing to help and do what needed to be done to keep the team rolling. Mark I wish I could say something about you, nothing real negative to say but nothing positive to say as well I will just say nice to meet you and leave it at that. (FYI and I also had someone take $60 out of my wallet the day after you in the room) Waldemar, your right Lessons learn just keep in mind character is everything I will let people judge you on your by your post and how you are acting on here.

ok.. here is my first practice lap at the last race.. This was the first time I used the drift 720 cam. If you are wondering the video quality its not bad.. I put it up with a gopro but for $50 I can live with https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0Bt5_flLhw View: http://youtu.be/R0Bt5_flLhw

Ok i am not one to push product, but i just got my backpack/hydration pack in today.. all i can say is way better then i thought it would be and for the price wow.. its got a 2 liters bag that fits in i think you can put a 4 liter bag in it if needed) the first pocket (from your back) then (moving out) it has two more zipper pockets that step down in size as you move out. then one pocket about the size of my had with a two smaller pockets in it. to more pockets on the sides and a net pocket on the back.. It has a chest strap and a wast strap (to keep it on you) along with the over the shoulder straps. anyway if you have not got a bag for the race for the $$ i do not see how you can go wrong with this thing. I only post it up here due to the $35 cost i am not sure they will last long.. http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/798/38185/Scott-Rider-Backpack

I just ordered gear 2 pants 2 jerseys and a scott rider backpack all for $120 (closeout) from rocky mountain.. just need the new helmut and i will be set for gear..

I just got my drift cam in.. and new air filter.. got the bike back last friday (new swing arm, clutch, back brake pads, everything greased and checke). I need to go out and put the back plastic, air box, skid plate, back on and get ready for a race this sat. I still need to find a helmet and backpack/hydration and new pants. I need to send my back shock out to get the fork replaced. but other then that i think i am ready to go.. and run/workout more.. I have been slacking the past month but still working with bands 4 nights a week..

he will be here in sec.. trying to get logged in and read up..

my backup guy is willing to jump in if something goes wrong..

its an Elka pro setup thats the right way i think the shock is not for my quad going to see if i can get the gold end re-worked so it will fit my setup. http://s408.photobucket.com/user/quadrcr89/media/C8E041F8-8C68-4978-BE7E-0007404BDBA2-3726-00000160E338C08C.jpg.html

well crap my just got off the phone with my shock guy and he sold out and is out of the business.. now i have to find a new guy to tell me whats going on and help me get the quad setup.. ugh.. going to walk away for the rest of the day..

I am just about ready to chuck the whole back end of the quad.. ugh..

alright what am i doing wrong here.. I can not get the 3rd bolt to line up.. any info guys?

picked up the spot tracker on the 1st (should have rethought that road trip 459 miles in on day on the bike!!) but its up and running.. and today i just got my neck brace $35 at cycle gear

food is well food.. I am not into fish tacos but i am sure they will have something i will eat.. (bad experience just not going to go there anymore..lol) I think we all should have some idea of the whole track but i am cool with teams that ride together.. keep in mind when i pre run i only run about 20-30% of my skill, I am always looking for the "fast track" or alternative routs, Granted i do not think we are going to have any 30 ft vertical climbs or log jams ( ) (thats a drop water tree pinch water hill climb all in one spot with a alternative rout if you go down the hill and back up the other side that no one could see but me and one other rider) I have a few 5 gallon gas cans (red ones) thats all i have ever used.. I will bring them and might get some msr bottles to strap to the bike for backup gas I am going to put my back shock on in the next few days and take the bike to my shock guy to get it setup, then try to ride this weekend.. I still need to fix my slippy clutch, but other then that the bike will be good to go..oh I got some red led strip lights i am going to put on the back of the bike and white ones for the front. not so much to see with but to be seen. (all lights are striped off my bike ) I do have to run to houston on the first to pickup a spot tracker that i will have with me all the time, other than that i am going to be around the house cleaning up from last week.

is this the headset we need?? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FE0GY1A/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3F3YKKVN6ZULI

a list of things to watch when you get some time.. might help with the wait.. (I have ridden bikes for 30 yrs they are my first love with an average of 10k a yr on two wheels) This is some of my bike things i watch for inspiration http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0403778/?ref_=nm_knf_t2 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0959858/?ref_=nv_sr_2 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1698010/ watching this one now at the office.. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2960470/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 this one is more like "us" http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0487851/ and if you have not seen this its a must.. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0386423/?ref_=nv_sr_1 I should have all these with me when we are in baja..