TRF at Cowm Quarry Endurocross  day

Wow what an amazing day

Got to Cowm quarry at about 9.30 am, had the essential brew (burger van on site offering a good selection of food and drink.

Met John the main man and some of his helpers - all very welcoming and friendly. First up was the riders breifing which gave an overview of the day and covered site rules and safety.

After the riders briefing we went on the Endurocross track - this thing looked like something off Sky sports - big digger tyres, container ramp, several log crossings of various sizes, etc. We all took it in an obstacle at a time with John demo ing and guiding us on how to tackle each one, then linking them up to do full laps.

After a much deserved dinner break, we went on what described as a trail ride round the site. Now this site is huge, so we took in all sorts of hills, descents, water crossings, rocks, just about everything and more than you would find on the average trail, including a monster hill climb that was like riding on marbles.

Then off we went to the pit bike track for a blast, This was real interesting because I have fancied taking my bike on a track for a while- this was good fun but dusty, so a drinks break was in order.

Back to some more trail riding around the site taking in many more challenges and obstacles - hills, rocks, bog holes and anything else we could get into trouble with, and John and his team provided plenty of guidance. Towards the end of the day we had some added entertainment and a guy on a YZ on what an enduro bike can really do, with some huge cliff top offs and climbs, truly spectacular. Really worn out we returned for  a debrief. On conclusion this was an excellent day enjoyed by everyone and I cant wait to do it again This place is run by a guy who is really helpful and pationate about what he does.

Garry Raggett