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BCD
Trad climber
Mammoth Lakes, CA
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Jun 26, 2008 - 08:43pm PT
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”Not -once- have I ever seen any other activity out there, and the reason should be obvious. “
It is obvious.
It’s because there isn’t any reason to do those things in the Inyo NF. Why would anyone want to go out there when the Sierra is literally right across the street?
Mountain biking on flat, dry, dirt roads isn’t fun. Hiking on a flat dirt road isn’t fun either. And it’s particularly unpleasant when you know there is a beautiful mountain range right next door.
There are millions of acres of protected wilderness here, for the hikers, climbers, horseback riders, fisherman, etc.... And there are also millions of acres of National Forest for the OHV crowd.
There’s plenty of space for everyone to be able to do their own thing. They get their playground, and we get ours.
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The annual Motocross event brings quite a bit of money to the local economy. And it is especially important this year, since things have been pretty slow the last few months. It’s too bad we can’t find a way to cash in on your complaining. That would boost the economy!
”I wonder, if the residents of Mammoth Lakes held a referendum on whether to ban OHV use in Inyo NF in the immediate vicinity of town, what would the results be do you think? Any Mammoth-ites care to chime in? “
I think the general consensus would be something along the lines of: “The Inyo NF?!?!?! In the vicinity of town?!?!?! Who the f*#k cares?!?!?” That would be followed by a bit of laughter and then a lot of “You’re joking, right?”
Many of the people who live here get out and enjoy the mountains on a regular basis. And we’re happy to see other people having fun just as we are.
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BCD
Trad climber
Mammoth Lakes, CA
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Jun 26, 2008 - 10:10pm PT
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I didn’t realize you were talking about the land in town. I thought you were referring to everything to the west of 395.
The area around Shady Rest is very popular for hiking and biking. There is an ongoing local mountain bike race series that uses those trails, so I’m surprised you haven’t seen anyone riding there.
The land within the town is naturally going to be more crowded by all users, and people expect that. So while some people may not particularly enjoy dirtbikes, they realize that the land is meant to be enjoyed by everyone. If they’re going for a quick run/bike after work, then they understand that the land in town is going to be busier and noisier than normal. If they need peace and quiet, they simply drive an extra 2-3 minutes and go elsewhere.
So you’re complaining about engine noises within the town?
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couchmaster
climber
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Jun 26, 2008 - 10:12pm PT
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I've been thinking of getting a 4 wheel unit or a motorcycle to access a climbing area out in the woods. There is a trail which goes near that allows motorcycles on it. I know someone who just drove his 4 x 4 Toyota up the hiking trail, but I'd rather not go there and do that. As its a hell of a hike, you wind up walking all weekend for very little climbing.
Whats a good rig for packing all the sh#t in? ATV or a Motorcycle + Side car?
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stevep
Boulder climber
Salt Lake, UT
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Jun 26, 2008 - 10:54pm PT
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The off-road motos are OK with me. They may be loud, but at least it takes some skill to ride those, and most of them are at least somewhat more serious about what they do.
It's the 4-wheelers that tend to be the most obnoxious and disrespectful to the environment and others. And I think that has a lot to do with the fact that any idiot can drive one of those.
And don't get me started on the overly loud Harleys owned by yuppies.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Oct 16, 2008 - 03:53pm PT
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Khanom, watch out. Next time you're in the backcountry sleeping in your rig, this little dude could come tear-assin' through and wake you up!!!
He crashes (sleeps) a lot though!
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Oct 16, 2008 - 06:45pm PT
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I'll stop trespassing when equestrians pick up their horse poop!
I'm just kidding (sort of. I definately wouldn't ride in circles on somebodies property though. I have property out in Antelope valley and it has seen some abuse.
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