Saturday, March 16, 2013

Today was Mud, Mud, Mud, and Mud in Yer' Eye


Took a day away from riding at Ft. Lewis single track and decided to go up the Kennedy Creek area (off Highway 101) approx, 13 miles.

It was a mistake as they re-bladed the nice double-track dirt road and it's now peppered with sharp 3-5" rocks surrounded by nice thick soup of  . . . mud. I can't complain too much though since it did get me outside!

For a map of the route I did, go here: http://mtnbikersblog.blogspot.com/2012/10/solo-at-kennedy-creek-double-track.html 

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Eatonville - Great Services for the Outdoors, Coffee & Baked Goodies

Eatonville Outdoor & Cottage Bakery = Great Services!

My spouse and I have recently been seeking out hiking and biking trails in the Eatonville area.  In process of seeking out a “resident expert,” we were consistently referred to the Eatonville Outdoor store www.eatonvilleoutdoor.com  and owner, Len Throop.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eatonville-Outdoor/257035973299?fref=ts    Len has profound knowledge and is well-known for their local bike sales and service support.  He also knows where to go ride the best (unpublished) single and double-track areas, including the Pack Forest area that has hiking, biking, and horse trails (note: bikes can use the horse trails).  If you have other outdoor interests though such as fishing and seek the most promising fish holes in the area, then Eatonville Outdoor is definitely THE place to stop for the latest and most successful bait and lures that work. 

We’re Impressed!
Eatonville has a great ambiance and accommodations that make a trip there well worthwhile.  Be sure to check out Len’s store and a great bakery you will not want to miss;
Cottage Bakery and Café (212 N Washington Ave).  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cottage-Bakery-Cafe/306580729385393    We experienced  awesome fresh coffee, nice full-bodied espresso, and fresh baked goods, salads and sandwiches! What a find!

Did You Know?
Eatonville has miles and miles of double-track and logging roads that lead to promising fishing areas?  In fact, there is a very significant tributary where the Mashall River meets the Nisqually River.  In some cases, one may have to earn your way there (bike or walk) but it looks most promising for a very rewarding day! Thanks Len for the bike services, and for the fishing recommendations.  (Also appreciated your store having ammo on hand.)  
And, thanks to the Cottage Bakery and Café for providing a great send-off back to Olympia because you more than made for a great day!

All the best to you,

Mtn Bike Man