Another option for guided riding/private lessons while staying in South Carolina

For those who don't want to commit to a whole week of guided/instructed riding while staying at the South Carolina house, I have created a new option that is very flexible for anyone that wants to give it a try.
This year I will also be offering an hourly rate for my services as a guide/instructor. This option is also tailored to an individual or a group in the same way that a week long tour usually is.
Want to do a nice epic mountain ride the last day of your stay? Want me to show you some great loops from the house? Can't figure out why your friends leave you in their dust in the singletrack, or why they can use so much less energy riding together on the road?
I have been working as a cycling instructor for a few years now and can give you practical advice on where you're going wrong. From complete beginner to advanced.

Rates
$25/hr for the first person and an extra $10/hr for each additional person to a max of 4 people and a max of $40/hr.
1 person = $25hr total
2 people = $35/hr total
3 people = $40/hr total
4 people = $40/hr total
Currency is in Canadian $


Ride options: click on a ride for more info - more to come!

Mountain Biking options
Issaqueena Dam trails
DuPont State Forest trails
Pisgah National Forest - Black Mountain

Road Riding options
Caesar's Head


To arrange your private guided/instructed ride you can email, call, text, talk to me at the house.
Ben
mmmbenno@gmail.com
705 229 6923

For Sale: RaceFace Deus seat post

Came on the Anthem X-Ben in its original form (hard to imagine at this point). In good shape with a few nicks and scratches under my clamp line. Has the micro tilt adjust feature. All aluminum. Fits Giants and a bunch of others.

Length - 375mm
Diameter - 30.9
Actual weight - 266 grams

Price - $35

For Sale: WTB Silverado seat

This saddle is super comfy with a pretty good weight to dollar ratio. They are in good shape with no "hammocking". For some reason I ended up with 2 of these so I have 2 for sale in identical condition. Only reason I am selling is to get something a little lighter.

Actual weight - 243 grams

Price - $40 each

For Sale: Cannondale Fire stem

I got this stem to try a longer cockpit setup. Didn't work out for me. Stem is crazy light and in good shape.

Length - 120mm
Clamp - 31.8mm x 1 1/8
Actual weight - 124 grams

Price - $35

For Sale: FSA K-Force flat bar

Up for grabs is my K-Force mountain bike handle bar. Used it for a year. It is in very good condition with just a few small scratches where the brakes and shifters were clamped. Not crushed at all where the stem clamps on.
Width - 600mm
Diameter - 31.8mm
Actual weight - 125 grams

Price $50

My opinion on stuff: Favorite CD of 2010

This was a no brainer for me. Favorite CD of 2010 has got to be Heligoland by Massive Attack. Very catchy without being mainstream. Give it a try. If you like it you can also check out Collected, which is a "best of" album of their earlier work.

Massive Attack have been around for a while and I was excited to see that they were releasing a new album. They seem to sneak in to a lot of places that you might not expect like commercials, tv shows, and movies. Chances are you've heard a song or few from Massive Attack before. Heligoland is one of those CD's where every song is awesome.
Benny

Welcome to the future

Work continues slowly on the X-Ben. A slow day at work meant I didn't bother showing up and was able to get some stuff done here. Finished up the front hub, just needs new bearings.
I will probably order my R1 brakes soon, not sure on the Lightning Cranks. I'll have to wait until the dust settles in my bank account since it is being depleted at an alarming rate.

Finished front hub. Now I can get started on the back.

Other than that there is not too much going on. I am taking the FaCT level 1 and 2 courses this coming weekend which will be a helpful tool for working with my athletes.
The house is booking up fast and there isn't much room left. I am also re-formatting the Tour so that it is done with an hourly rate. I think it will be more flexible and economical for anyone interested. If you are coming down for a week and want to set aside one (or more) day(s) where you want some guided riding then I am available to do so.
Also don't forget that I am available to do bike servicing on a "house call" basis. My time is limited, I am leaving at the end of February and won't be back until May. So if your ride needs some lovin' before the racing season starts then you should contact me sooner rather than later because spring will be here soon :-)
Eat drink and be merry.
Benno