January 9, Tanana Flats
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January 9, Tanana Flats
I know it was supposed to be Ester Dome, but with our low-snow we will probably find better conditions in the Flats as those trails are used a lot less, and our Tanana Flats ride last weekend was frozen out, and I generally prefer the Flats, so I am changing the ride.
We will leave the Chena Pump Park/Landing at 1000, go down the Tanana River to Clear Creek and the out into the Tanana Flats. It should be an easy ride, good for beginners and those who have never or seldom been in the Flats. Bring a lunch. We should be back by 1600 (4 pm).
Paul
We will leave the Chena Pump Park/Landing at 1000, go down the Tanana River to Clear Creek and the out into the Tanana Flats. It should be an easy ride, good for beginners and those who have never or seldom been in the Flats. Bring a lunch. We should be back by 1600 (4 pm).
Paul
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Re: January 2, Tanana Flats
Where is Chena Pump Park? Will be there as long as it isn't too cold.
Re: January 2, Tanana Flats
Chena Pump Landing/Park is on the Tanana River at the end of Chena Pump Road (where Chena Pump Road starts uphill and becomes Chena Ridge Road).
Paul
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
Just signed up for the site but haven't been to any meetings or payed membership dues yet, but I would like to go on this ride as long as its ok. I will try my hardest to make the general meeting on the 20th and make everything official there.
Thanks,
Zach
Thanks,
Zach
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
Zack,
Come along, be glad to have you and if you want Paul can bring a membership app with him.
Come along, be glad to have you and if you want Paul can bring a membership app with him.
Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
John is right. I am leading that ride and I almost always have applications with me. And if not, we can always fix the paperwork later. See you there.
Paul
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
Thanks a lot guys. I can't wait til I can get a second sled! My wife and I are trying to find more things we can do together and make new and great friends at the same time and so far from everyones response and activity this club seems like a great way for us to do that.
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
What are the snow conditions like on the flats? I havent been out there this year and if they are any thing like the flood control out here in NP don't think we will make this one. I too have torn up hifaxes this year and dont feel like replacing another set.
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
Haven't been in the flats yet this season, but there "always" better than the flood control project.
Paul, you been out there yet ?
Paul, you been out there yet ?
Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
I am with the Northern Lights club but would like to join you if I can to do the Flats.
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
As of this morning The Weather Channel changed their weekend forecast. Now its calling for 22-30 below Sat. Lets all pray that doesn't come true. I am assuming the ride will be cancelled if its that cold?
Mr. President,
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
John,
No, I have not been in the Flats this year but hope to change that tomorrow. I will let you know what I find.
Dave,
You are welcome to join us.
Zach,
Here is the latest NOAA forecast:
"FRIDAY NIGHT
MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS 10 BELOW TO 20 BELOW.
NORTHEAST WINDS 10 TO 15 MPH.
SATURDAY
PARTLY CLOUDY. HIGHS NEAR 5 BELOW."
We cancel rides at -20 at the airport one hour before ride time. With some luck we will be OK.
Paul
No, I have not been in the Flats this year but hope to change that tomorrow. I will let you know what I find.
Dave,
You are welcome to join us.
Zach,
Here is the latest NOAA forecast:
"FRIDAY NIGHT
MOSTLY CLEAR. LOWS 10 BELOW TO 20 BELOW.
NORTHEAST WINDS 10 TO 15 MPH.
SATURDAY
PARTLY CLOUDY. HIGHS NEAR 5 BELOW."
We cancel rides at -20 at the airport one hour before ride time. With some luck we will be OK.
Paul
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
Lets keep our fingers crossed lol.
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
I rode to Clear Creek Butte and back today. There is some grass showing and a few bare spots where thoughtless riders have used up the snow but, overall, conditions are pretty good. There are only a few inches of snow but 99.8% of the "trails" are covered and 90% of what we will ride is flat and smooth. If it is not too cold it will be a good ride on Saturday.
Paul
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Re: January 9, Tanana Flats
Sounds like a Trail Sled ride, have to switch machines off the trailer I guess.