ridecamp@endurance.net: Re: [endurance] trail markings

Re: [endurance] trail markings

Karen Chaton (karen@chaton.gardnerville.nv.us)
Tue, 11 Jun 1996 10:47:19 -0700 (PDT)

>Am very interested in hearing comments about what other riders expect in
>terms of trail markings

I like to see the trails color coded. That way if any of the loops should
overlap you don't get confused about which loop you are on. I also like to
see the three ribbons in a row indicating a turn AND I really like to see
lime marking where you are not supposed to turn, especially if the trail you
are on splits off. It is also nice to have a ribbon in clear sight at the
top of a climb so that if there are no markers along the way up the hill you
know you are at least headed up the right way. On some trails it is also
nice to have a marker 1/4 mile away from the vet check. If there are big
badger holes in the middle of the trail, simply putting a stick with a
ribbon in it will give us warning, otherwise route the trail around the hole.

I hate being on a ride where you are constantly looking for the next ribbon.
I was on a ride recently where even the ride manager took a wrong turn - on
a part of the trail she was responsible for marking. Her excuse? "the cows
must have ate the ribbon". <g>

Karen
in Gardnerville
& Weaver
& Rocky