radial Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I live out in the MD burbs (Germantown) and have yet to spot a rider in the wild. Saw a couple of hoverboard riders last week though, so I'm sure it's only a matter of time. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieV Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 3 hours ago, kour said: Today I was riding on the biketrail along Arlington mill Dr to the bus stop near the corner. So I'm standing there and I look up and lo and behold what do I see across the street!? A dude on an euc!! I've been working down there for a long time and, the first day I ride my wheel down there I see a fellow rider?! Awesome! I tried to get his attention but didn't succeed - I guess ill change the address of this post to the rider, in case he's reading: hope I see you again! Keep an eye out! I was Nineboting around there on Sunday, trying to head over to Potomac Yards but the trail was closed so I headed back and crossed the bridge over 395 and explored Parkfairfax for a bit. It's good to know there's other ewheelers in the same area. I, too, shall keep an eye out; it just needs to stop raining. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kour Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 ninebot huh? cool man. I've never seen one in person but it looks slick in all of the videos I've seen. also, it's cool that the trail goes all the way to Potomac yards.. i'll be on the lookout for a ninebot, and in case I don't have my wheel with me i'll say something like, 'euc forums' or 'meetup!' or something along those lines 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieV Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 Yeah it's crazy how extensive the trails are. From Shirlington I've ridden past Potomac yards to the Mount Vernon trail next to the airport then from there head south to Old Town Alexandria or north towards the city. Another time I headed the other direction, turned onto the Custis trail and ended up in Ballston and did a bit of exploring around there. It would be great to get a group ride to try to do a loop on the NoVa trails. Who's down? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorenW Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 15 hours ago, kour said: Today I was riding on the biketrail along Arlington mill Dr to the bus stop near the corner. So I'm standing there and I look up and lo and behold what do I see across the street!? A dude on an euc!! I've been working down there for a long time and, the first day I ride my wheel down there I see a fellow rider?! Awesome! I tried to get his attention but didn't succeed - I guess ill change the address of this post to the rider, in case he's reading: hope I see you again! Keep an eye out! There is a very good chance might have been me... I live a few blocks from there :-) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kour Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 On 5/25/2017 at 8:20 AM, RichieV said: It would be great to get a group ride to try to do a loop on the NoVa trails. Who's down? i'd be down! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kour Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 23 hours ago, LorenW said: There is a very good chance might have been me... I live a few blocks from there :-) word! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwin_rm Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Count me in! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EUCMania Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 On 5/25/2017 at 8:20 AM, RichieV said: Yeah it's crazy how extensive the trails are. From Shirlington I've ridden past Potomac yards to the Mount Vernon trail next to the airport then from there head south to Old Town Alexandria or north towards the city. Another time I headed the other direction, turned onto the Custis trail and ended up in Ballston and did a bit of exploring around there. It would be great to get a group ride to try to do a loop on the NoVa trails. Who's down? Count me + my son in too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieV Posted May 27, 2017 Author Share Posted May 27, 2017 We could do the Arlington loop or part of it: http://www.mapmyride.com/us/arlington-va/arlington-loop-trail-rid-martha-custis-w-route-24961546 About 17 - 18 mile according to the above link. I haven't done the full thing myself, but it certainly has some scenic parts especially the stretch along the Potomac. The ride should look very much like this (just pretend it's an EUC instead of a bike ): If we're all on board, then it's just a matter of scheduling. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EUCMania Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 The loop is probably too long for 9B1s. And the best views are along the river. I would like to suggest to go alone the river more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwin_rm Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 I'm down for such a route. Route lengths are no problem for my KS16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kour Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 looks cool I would join - perhaps not whole loop; not sure if I've got enough stamina yet. buut I would ride along for at least some of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radial Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 (edited) 10 hours ago, kour said: looks cool I would join - perhaps not whole loop; not sure if I've got enough stamina yet. buut I would ride along for at least some of it! Me too, but I'm a rank beginner, so I'd probably need to break off early. We can go get a beer while the others continue :) Edited May 29, 2017 by radial 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieV Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 On 5/27/2017 at 6:57 PM, EUCMania said: The loop is probably too long for 9B1s. And the best views are along the river. I would like to suggest to go alone the river more. On 5/28/2017 at 11:37 AM, kour said: looks cool I would join - perhaps not whole loop; not sure if I've got enough stamina yet. buut I would ride along for at least some of it! On 5/28/2017 at 9:57 PM, radial said: Me too, but I'm a rank beginner, so I'd probably need to break off early. We can go get a beer while the others continue :) Here's a shorter route (eight or nine miles in length)... https://us.mapometer.com/running/route_4550126.html ...starting at Gravelly Point. There's a bunch of parking there and Metro riders should be able to easily get there from Reagan National Airport. The route goes up the Potomac via the Mount Vernon trail then ends up in Rosslyn where we would cross the Key Bridge into Georgetown, then down the waterfront to the Memorial bridge back to the Mount Vernon trail towards our original starting point. Should accommodate everybody's wheels and there's plenty of places to take a detour for exploring and sightseeing. Sound good? As for scheduling, any of the upcoming weekends work for me as long as the weather agrees. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kour Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 22 minutes ago, RichieV said: Here's a shorter route (eight or nine miles in length)... https://us.mapometer.com/running/route_4550126.html ...starting at Gravelly Point. There's a bunch of parking there and Metro riders should be able to easily get there from Reagan National Airport. The route goes up the Potomac via the Mount Vernon trail then ends up in Rosslyn where we would cross the Key Bridge into Georgetown, then down the waterfront to the Memorial bridge back to the Mount Vernon trail towards our original starting point. Should accommodate everybody's wheels and there's plenty of places to take a detour for exploring and sightseeing. Sound good? As for scheduling, any of the upcoming weekends work for me as long as the weather agrees. nice! thanks for plotting that out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieV Posted May 31, 2017 Author Share Posted May 31, 2017 This Saturday (June 3, 2017) at 11am, I think I shall try out the Gravelly Point route above, weather permitting. Would love some company ? Come join me and we shall strike fear mild amusement in all we encounter as the roar of our engines high pitch whines of our motors goes past them at frightening speed fairly quick yet safe velocity. Can I get a hell heck yeah? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kour Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 4 hours ago, RichieV said: This Saturday (June 3, 2017) at 11am, I think I shall try out the Gravelly Point route above, weather permitting. Would love some company ? Come join me and we shall strike fear mild amusement in all we encounter as the roar of our engines high pitch whines of our motors goes past them at frightening speed fairly quick yet safe velocity. Can I get a hell heck yeah? aaaw maan, i have work that day - once a month i be working saturdays. anyway, whoever rides, enjoy! i'll join one eventually 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieV Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 19 hours ago, kour said: aaaw maan, i have work that day - once a month i be working saturdays. anyway, whoever rides, enjoy! i'll join one eventually No worries; summer is just beginning, so there's plenty of opportunities for other outings! Meanwhile, is anybody else in for this Saturday? @edwin_rm, @LorenW, @EUCMania, @radial, @AnyoneOutThere -- yes/no/maybe? I promise no stops at the strip club this time around 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EUCMania Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 On 5/30/2017 at 1:32 PM, RichieV said: Here's a shorter route (eight or nine miles in length)... https://us.mapometer.com/running/route_4550126.html ...starting at Gravelly Point. There's a bunch of parking there and Metro riders should be able to easily get there from Reagan National Airport. The route goes up the Potomac via the Mount Vernon trail then ends up in Rosslyn where we would cross the Key Bridge into Georgetown, then down the waterfront to the Memorial bridge back to the Mount Vernon trail towards our original starting point. Should accommodate everybody's wheels and there's plenty of places to take a detour for exploring and sightseeing. Sound good? As for scheduling, any of the upcoming weekends work for me as long as the weather agrees. Great, my son and I will participate. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwin_rm Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 11 hours ago, RichieV said: No worries; summer is just beginning, so there's plenty of opportunities for other outings! Meanwhile, is anybody else in for this Saturday? @edwin_rm, @LorenW, @EUCMania, @radial, @AnyoneOutThere -- yes/no/maybe? I promise no stops at the strip club this time around I'll be there. I'll also bring some $1's just in case! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radial Posted June 2, 2017 Share Posted June 2, 2017 On 5/31/2017 at 7:54 AM, RichieV said: This Saturday (June 3, 2017) at 11am, I think I shall try out the Gravelly Point route above, weather permitting. Would love some company ? Come join me and we shall strike fear mild amusement in all we encounter as the roar of our engines high pitch whines of our motors goes past them at frightening speed fairly quick yet safe velocity. Can I get a hell heck yeah? That looks like a great route, RichieV! I've got family obligations this Saturday, but I'll catch up with you eventually. Have a blast! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.T. Posted June 2, 2017 Share Posted June 2, 2017 On 5/18/2017 at 1:42 PM, RichieV said: Getting the itch! When's the next one? I'll likely plan another one sometime in the summer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.T. Posted June 2, 2017 Share Posted June 2, 2017 On 5/24/2017 at 9:53 PM, radial said: I live out in the MD burbs (Germantown) and have yet to spot a rider in the wild. Saw a couple of hoverboard riders last week though, so I'm sure it's only a matter of time. I've only seen one other rider in the wild outside of our group outings, in Tysons on what looked like a Solowheel or Airwheel or similar. He went right by me going the other way on the same sidewalk and didn't even seem to notice me! One other person in the complex that I live came up to me and told me he has one and was trying to learn how to ride. Asked for pointers, etc, but I've never actually seen him ride. Glad there are people out there learning and riding! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.T. Posted June 2, 2017 Share Posted June 2, 2017 (edited) On 5/25/2017 at 0:00 PM, LorenW said: There is a very good chance might have been me... I live a few blocks from there :-) Haha, Loren's come on our last two rides! Edited June 2, 2017 by J.T. spelling 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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