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| 2nd
Annual Atv and Dirtbike Rally... Edinboro, Pennsylvania. |
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| Otherwise
known as the Edinboro Poker Run, |
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the 2nd Annual Atv and Dirt bike Rally came
through with another fine event. Fortunately, this years ride
was escorted by sunshine and warm temperatures...compared to last
years horrifying blizzards of snow, sleet, rain and hail...all
combined with a taste of mud....
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| The Mountain
View Ski Resort in Edinboro, Pa hosted the event. Owner Laurie Showman
was brave enough to give it another try despite the major on taking
of last years rally. This time, it proved to be quite enjoyable and
much less work for the staff and surrounding farmers |
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| The rally
started off in a large field just north of the ski resort and finished
it's final moments winding up and down the ski slopes of Mountain
View. |
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| I always
wanted to ride my ATV on a ski slope...too bad it wasn't in the middle
of winter! The first check stop was to see the ladies at the registration
tables...provided that you were not pre-registered. Although pre-registration
was required this year, it will only be an option on the possible
3rd annual rally. Attendance did prove to be a bit low because of
this, but it made for some excellent trail riding. |
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| The first
trip (of two rounds) got us up and running with the dirt bikes...which
made for some great white-knuckle riding! The trails were in great
condition and well marked. Each section of woods carved through parcels
of land and would normally break onto a gravel road for a refreshing
breath of cool air...then quickly return into another parcel. Flagmen
(and women) were posted at all major intersections for safety and
directions. |
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| There were
many stream crossings, which were bridged over for environmental concerns.
Chicken routes were available for less-skilled riders who preferred
not to take on the hill climbs and more difficult sections. |
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| For the
4x4 enthusiast, there was a large pit area of swampy muck with holes
that ate ATV's for a light snack. Most who dared the middle needed
winched out....or went down with the ship! This was undoubtedly the
hotspot for rubberneckers to hang out and cheer them on. It didn't
take much to convince several guys to make another pass after showing
up with a camera in my hands. |
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| Halfway through
the trail system, we arrived at the mid-point check stop for a FREE
LUNCH. All riders were offered a huge hotdog, potato chips, candy
bar and bottled soft drink. On hand, were the guys from Cycle City
in Erie, Pa. |
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| They were
offering free trial rides of the new Kawasaki 650 4x4. They also had
the basics on hand for any repair needs that the riders encountered.
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| As the event
came to a close, riders were reminded to check their helmet stickers
for possible winnings. |
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| Door prizes
were given out in a random drawing...donated from local atv shops
and retail stores. Shirts and hats were also available to take home.
This event was well put together and quite professional. The trails
were fun and surprising, but not overwhelming to the inexperienced
rider. |
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| Thanks to
Laurie and all the helpers...sure hope that you give it another whirl
next year! |
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