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Recent content by ngallagher77

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    River to River Trail (Gravel/MTB)

    How is biking on the River to River, it looks like a few segments and a decent distance are bike approved?
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    Dogs

    I'll try "go home" next time Second set of dogs was at night - I could only see their glowing eyes shining and moving like green marbles from my headlamp as they ran across their yard - lol
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    Dogs

    I was chased by some pitbull looking dogs in the Ozarks 2 month ago. Had some dogs run after me on a rural highway again a month ago in Ozarks. I thought they would stop at the property line but both sets of dogs never backed off. Unfortunate need to make sure I've always got a little bit...
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    Pedals and shoes

    Haven't ridden clipless. Looked into them recently. I suppose if I raced mtb or gravel seriously - would probably consider...
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    Pedals and shoes

    Race Face Chesters Flats w a pair of mid height hiking boots.
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    Best mountain biking in southern Illinois?

    Pyramid State Recreation Area near Pickneyville has about 16 miles of bike-able trails. Generally flat/rolling but has a few steeper loose punchy climbs/descents and works it's way around some lakes and algae-covered ponds. Not heavily-travelled so wildlife viewing good and nice flora around...
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    Best mountain biking in southern Illinois?

    Rode Kinkaid and Gossage area in May. Need to get back down there and hit some of the other spots mentioned this year....
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