False Cape Park is hard to get to. That's probably why it's such a well kept secret. It's past the very Northern end of Carova and before the Back Bay Wildlife refuge. Right in between two remote beaches. There is actually a nature center out there in the middle of nowhere.
So, my place is really close to False Cape Park with some great trails and empty pristine beaches with tidal pools and unspoiled nature. I really want to start training with my bike out there this next season THUS, another project. I have 4 old school vintage bike frames that I think are pretty cool. I used to have a bike parts store on EBAY back in the day as a side gig so I have a bunch of spare parts that are RIPE for a Franken-Bike project on the cheap!
So, my place is really close to False Cape Park with some great trails and empty pristine beaches with tidal pools and unspoiled nature. I really want to start training with my bike out there this next season THUS, another project. I have 4 old school vintage bike frames that I think are pretty cool. I used to have a bike parts store on EBAY back in the day as a side gig so I have a bunch of spare parts that are RIPE for a Franken-Bike project on the cheap! Can you sneak fat tires on those frames? While you prob have the leg strength (and air down) to push through the sand it'll be tough going...fattys will help you ride up on the sand; faster travel and see more stuff but still great exercise.Maybe rent one to see if you like?
So, my place is really close to False Cape Park with some great trails and empty pristine beaches with tidal pools and unspoiled nature. I really want to start training with my bike out there this next season THUS, another project. I have 4 old school vintage bike frames that I think are pretty cool. I used to have a bike parts store on EBAY back in the day as a side gig so I have a bunch of spare parts that are RIPE for a Franken-Bike project on the cheap! Can you sneak fat tires on those frames? While you prob have the leg strength (and air down) to push through the sand it'll be tough going...fattys will help you ride up on the sand; faster travel and see more stuff but still great exercise.Maybe rent one to see if you like?Yeah, I can get away with 3 inch tires on that frame. I'll gear it low too, although most of that trail is actually maintained gravel roads and single track. I don't plan on starting at the beginning of Carova Beach since I live at the other end but I have all the local roads in Carova to which are mostly hard packed accept for the roads closest to the beach. I'm looking at these right now...Click to follow link...
I dunno squat about where to source/brands fattys but I think they are avail for less that the link...maybe (if not done already) call a few of the bike rental places and ask what they use? Maybe they'll offload a set (last years) to you? As you know, not the ideal time of year (best at end of season) but one never knows!Happy Trails!
I dunno squat about where to source/brands fattys but I think they are avail for less that the link...maybe (if not done already) call a few of the bike rental places and ask what they use? Maybe they'll offload a set (last years) to you? As you know, not the ideal time of year (best at end of season) but one never knows!Happy Trails!I believe the newer fat tires are too wide for those frames if you're thinking of the same ones I am. My neighbor here has a fat tire bike and they look like they could fit a small car. His bike's fork is ultra wide compared to a normal bike and that thing kicks ass on the beach.
And the cover....
And the cover....Wow, that's some vintage stuff right there. You might want to see if it's worth something first! That's very sweet of you to think of me. (;
Here's an article on the bike "Border Dash" as they call it into and around the FCP that actually starts at the beginning of the 4WD area at Carova Beach in Corolla. Click to follow link...