Darcy’s 48th — Day 2

There are times when you probably shouldn’t click on the pictures in this blog. The shot below definitely falls into that category. Think of it as a “before” and “after”, and remember; you’ve been warned.

Hey look, we went riding. There’s a new trail in Westbank by the name of “Builders Only.” Here’s Dave getting the feel of one of the new bridges.

Our courageous guide, Dirty Dave Diddler, came out to show us his new work. This is actually off the old line, but he rebuilt the deck as the old one was falling apart.

Another of the locals on a new stunt, which is a prime example of the “Must Have Stunt of 2006.” Step up gap to elevated platform with a gap and ending with a step-down.

They’re everywhere this year.

Bob keeps it anchored to the wood.

Barracho on a cool little corner step up/step down.

..and it s a bit blurry, but this would be Barracho againon his first road gap (Ok, it’s a mini one, but hte Camel Toe still hucks across a dirt road so I say it counts).

Not the driest long weekend on record.

Say hello to our trusty tow truck driver. The van wouldn’t start, and our guest of hnour (Darcy) buggered off to drink Jaeger so we had to call BCAA for a jump.

We got even…..

Wade Simmons Freeride Experience
July 9th to July 27th.
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Return of the Jedi Council — Part II

Today we hit up Powers Creek in Westbank. I’ve never ridden there before, but thanks to the magic of hte NSMB.com bulletin boards I was able to meet up with Diddler, who has been a very busy boy building new stunts on Powers.

The trail starts pretty mellow. With a bit of rain threatening, and the wet summer we’ve been having it felt a lot like north van. Some really cool stunts started us off, including a spiral ramp and lots of little step downs.

There’s a metric ton of skinny stuff, and most of it is completely overbuilt. Really solid work here. One stunt was called Cock-Knocker, and Ed found out why in a big hurry. His only words as he rolled onthe ground clutching at his nether region were, “I hope the next one isn’t called ‘Anal Breach.’ “

There’s also some nice natural lines to be had.

Diddler is a machinist by trade, so there is also a lot of unique metal additions to the trails.

Also, if you like wall rides, well…..

…this is your kind of place.

Or maybe you prefer massive air? Jedi gets some on Shenanigans.

I mnanaged to get to the front of the pack on Monster Amigo. Yes, I am freaking out in that shot.

Barb had a bit more style on it.

A massive session was had all day. If you want to check out Powers Creek, just stop in at Outbound Cycle in Westbank. They are more than happy to show you around the trails.

After several beers at the local pub, we retired to Summerland for beers, the hot tub, and dinner.

I think we need a bigger hot tub or fewer men next year.