Even before the completion of the Dream Trail in FRIM, many riders have been looking forward to give it a try. But with the wet season, many of us have put it off till the dry season (I hope).. Now that the CNY dry season is here, and also with the green light from Pat. If you have not already know, Pat is the mastermind behind the Dream Trail and also our beloved (soon-to-be-demolished) Kiara. So this blog is specially dedicated to Pat..
So... The RV point in FRIM was at the car park in front of the FRIM primary school. When we (me, Keat and CS), together with Riz (guy we met on FAK) reached the RV at slightly after 8am. This Riz is actually a UNITEN grad, like me.. And if you guys are in Bangsar, drop by the Subway Super Sandwitch. Look for Riz, and you might be in for a treat (??). Hehehehe... Well we just waited for the rest of the group to arrive. There we met up with Kelolo, and some other riders, who I didn't managed to get their names. Jaz arrived the latest, no worries.. Better late than never..
The group actually broke up, with Me, Keat, CS, Jaz and his nephew, started out 1st. Leaving the rest of them still chatting and getting to know each other. So the 5 of us headed to try and look for the Dream Trail... Heading the pack (as always) it was CS. Never thought that we would find the trail, as none of us knew exactly where the trail started. CS only knew roughly where it was, from Pat if I'm not mistaken...
The first impression of the Dream Trail is great ! Cause leading into it, you'll be riding through very shaded and scenic trail. Which got us thinking if we were on the right track or not ? It was more like a super highway.. Nice open trail..
<~Wished I brought a proper camera~>
So... The RV point in FRIM was at the car park in front of the FRIM primary school. When we (me, Keat and CS), together with Riz (guy we met on FAK) reached the RV at slightly after 8am. This Riz is actually a UNITEN grad, like me.. And if you guys are in Bangsar, drop by the Subway Super Sandwitch. Look for Riz, and you might be in for a treat (??). Hehehehe... Well we just waited for the rest of the group to arrive. There we met up with Kelolo, and some other riders, who I didn't managed to get their names. Jaz arrived the latest, no worries.. Better late than never..
The group actually broke up, with Me, Keat, CS, Jaz and his nephew, started out 1st. Leaving the rest of them still chatting and getting to know each other. So the 5 of us headed to try and look for the Dream Trail... Heading the pack (as always) it was CS. Never thought that we would find the trail, as none of us knew exactly where the trail started. CS only knew roughly where it was, from Pat if I'm not mistaken...
The first impression of the Dream Trail is great ! Cause leading into it, you'll be riding through very shaded and scenic trail. Which got us thinking if we were on the right track or not ? It was more like a super highway.. Nice open trail..
<~Wished I brought a proper camera~>
<~One of the main junction you'll meet leading into the Dream Trail~>
<~More photos of the junction ; which is gonna be our unofficial TCSS spot~>
So from the junction, we continued on.. From the junction onwards, it was just a short short uphill wide switchback climb. At the end of the climb, we crossed path with few walkers.. CS asked them for some directions and SURPRISINGLY they were able to direct us to the Dream Trail ! NOW... this is where the FUN starts... Even to the naked eye, you can see a tight narrow singletrack.
The whole built of the Dream Trail, gives a real good well balanced flow.. Goes up and down.. I would say that they 1st half of the Dream Trail is really a test of your balanced. Singletrack is really narrow and tight, just like how Kiara used to be.. And how the trails were made which rocks, roots and boulders.. MAN ! As if Pat have cheated nature, it is like Precision Engineering ! Like an artist, who can create a masterpiece with rubbish or recycled products. Best part is, it is a singletrack.. So once you can get to the entrance, you'll NOT get lost.. Proper tape or makings have been made, so that you do not drift away from the trail..
The 1st half of the trail is much more challenging, there were some short but steep killer climb. Where you'll need momentum and high pedaling power to pull through it. Then at the top of the climb, there are boulders which narrows your path even more. Good balance and trackstand skills are somewhat required.. Of course if you are like me, who haven't mastered it yet. Can always safely land your 2 feet on the ground, catch a breathe and PEDAL ON !
To me, there are 3 landmarks on this Dream Trail.. 1st is the short triple descent, it is before a big uphill climb. From there it leads to a small short wooden bridge, which serves as the 2nd landmark. The 3rd landmark, which you cannot miss is the long bridge. Which seems to be going across a stream, could be from a waterfall above. But I think it was due to the dry season, there wasn't much water flowing. Also we didn't stop.. Too enjoy liow.. OH yeah ! CS crossed path with a black bout 4feet long snake, which arguably could be a Cobra ! Definately don't wanna stay around to find out.
Note that I didn't mentioned any downhill section in the Dream Trail. I'm not saying that this is a trail just for XC riders. But the descent on the Dream Trail is not as much technical to be labeled as a downhill section. Except at the exit to Rover trail, that big rock / boulder acting as a "bridge". From there on, going Rover reverse would be a fun long fast downhill.. BUT please I can't stress this enough, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE lookout and becareful of on-coming riders or trail walkers ! Just 1 little mishap might just get us MTBikers banned in FRIM. Again, please be careful and be considerate to all trail users..
But then let me divert your attention to the next photo... Look at Keat sitting down, on the far right of the photo. He was tired out... That was how good the Dream Trail is ! hehehehe...
And pedal on... From there, we came to the switchbacks, which I think viewing the video clips below is better than me explaining..
<~Bikes also need rest~>
Ride over... FRIM Dream Trail gets 11/10 rating ! Kudos and praises to Pat, also to all those who contributed their time, energy and sweat to making the Dream Trail what it is now...
Now, I've gotto settle my rim.. Headed straight to Project Maheez, knowing that Armin will be around. Cause I sms-ed him earlier, right after the ride. In high hopes that the rare RED 317 can still be saved.. Sigh.... But it was hope against hope.. I was just able to use the rim for 3 weeks only. Sigh...
What to do... So now, the rear wheel will still be red but the front will be black (Mavic 223). Was thinking of respraying the rims, both rims.. So that it will be of the same red. But that would take up too much time, sacrificing another weekend of ride. Priority set straight, I would just go for the odd colored wheel set up. But not willing to sacrifice the ride time, now that I've found back the enjoyment and satisfaction after ride feeling.. No way I am gonna lose it again..
With that being said... Anyone up for ride this long CNY weekends ???
~::NK the wOOfer::~
The whole built of the Dream Trail, gives a real good well balanced flow.. Goes up and down.. I would say that they 1st half of the Dream Trail is really a test of your balanced. Singletrack is really narrow and tight, just like how Kiara used to be.. And how the trails were made which rocks, roots and boulders.. MAN ! As if Pat have cheated nature, it is like Precision Engineering ! Like an artist, who can create a masterpiece with rubbish or recycled products. Best part is, it is a singletrack.. So once you can get to the entrance, you'll NOT get lost.. Proper tape or makings have been made, so that you do not drift away from the trail..
The 1st half of the trail is much more challenging, there were some short but steep killer climb. Where you'll need momentum and high pedaling power to pull through it. Then at the top of the climb, there are boulders which narrows your path even more. Good balance and trackstand skills are somewhat required.. Of course if you are like me, who haven't mastered it yet. Can always safely land your 2 feet on the ground, catch a breathe and PEDAL ON !
To me, there are 3 landmarks on this Dream Trail.. 1st is the short triple descent, it is before a big uphill climb. From there it leads to a small short wooden bridge, which serves as the 2nd landmark. The 3rd landmark, which you cannot miss is the long bridge. Which seems to be going across a stream, could be from a waterfall above. But I think it was due to the dry season, there wasn't much water flowing. Also we didn't stop.. Too enjoy liow.. OH yeah ! CS crossed path with a black bout 4feet long snake, which arguably could be a Cobra ! Definately don't wanna stay around to find out.
Note that I didn't mentioned any downhill section in the Dream Trail. I'm not saying that this is a trail just for XC riders. But the descent on the Dream Trail is not as much technical to be labeled as a downhill section. Except at the exit to Rover trail, that big rock / boulder acting as a "bridge". From there on, going Rover reverse would be a fun long fast downhill.. BUT please I can't stress this enough, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE lookout and becareful of on-coming riders or trail walkers ! Just 1 little mishap might just get us MTBikers banned in FRIM. Again, please be careful and be considerate to all trail users..
Oh... Forgot to mentioned that we ended up going for a 2nd round. After exiting to the Rover trail, we bumped into (not literally) another 2 riders. Where we chat awhile, small talks and praises of the new Dream Trail.. Continued on down Rover reverse.. Headed back up to Jalan Bukit Bujang and WHAM ! Chain stuck on Jaz's nephew's bike ! CS our un-official bike mechanical was ready to offer his services..
But then let me divert your attention to the next photo... Look at Keat sitting down, on the far right of the photo. He was tired out... That was how good the Dream Trail is ! hehehehe...
Short break and rest, just to get the RD tuned up and fixed.. Then we were on our way again. Once again, we were back on the wide shaded trail.. Love this part, it is like the BEST introduction to the Dream Trail.. Something like, calm before the storm.. Reaching to the junction, we made our stop and rest. Gather back some energy before the next round ! TCSS awhile.. Soaking in the view and the fresh air of the wilderness.. Sadly sound pollution was caused by us laughing and discussing how great the trail was.
Before starting out again, WHAM ! again, chain stuck.. No worries... Just a small hiccup.. For this 2nd round, we have made it a point to shoot some photos if not videos. And yeah we did managed to record some videos.. Both of it was recorded at the switchback section. Which I personally think that it is bit too tight of a U-turn, but the wide area made up for it.. Smooth as silk... LOVELY !
On the 2nd round, I had to endure a little mishap. At the short triple descent, I was paying attention to trail.. Next thing I know, I endo and landed on the ground. But don't matter, adrenallin still pumping. Got up.. I mean as you can see, nothing serious mar.. Just skin deep only.
On the 2nd round, I had to endure a little mishap. At the short triple descent, I was paying attention to trail.. Next thing I know, I endo and landed on the ground. But don't matter, adrenallin still pumping. Got up.. I mean as you can see, nothing serious mar.. Just skin deep only.
And pedal on... From there, we came to the switchbacks, which I think viewing the video clips below is better than me explaining..
There on we completed our 2nd round of Dream Trail.. Exitting to Rover trail, all smiling and happy. And some what SATISFIED ! In midst of riding in the trail, feels like you were brought back in time.. To how Kiara was... But that is not the end yet.. Once again, we headed on Rover trail reverse. I wanted to test out the rolling of the hubs, so just let the bike roll without any pedalling. Then I realised something is not right, my front wheel seems to be all over the place - not stable ! Quick look, and to my HORROR ! Damn ! Rim bengkok ! My RED Mavic 317 front rim bengkok ! Carefully applied brakes and made my way down Rover safely.
At the resting place, we were still high from the ride. CS was laughing and smiling.. I pulak turned my attention to my dear rim.. But still very satisfied with the day's ride. Never had such a good ride in a very long long time ! So we parted ways with Jaz and his nephew, and headed to have our ever deserved wan tann minn. All 3 of us, were very hungry..
At the resting place, we were still high from the ride. CS was laughing and smiling.. I pulak turned my attention to my dear rim.. But still very satisfied with the day's ride. Never had such a good ride in a very long long time ! So we parted ways with Jaz and his nephew, and headed to have our ever deserved wan tann minn. All 3 of us, were very hungry..
<~Bikes also need rest~>
Ride over... FRIM Dream Trail gets 11/10 rating ! Kudos and praises to Pat, also to all those who contributed their time, energy and sweat to making the Dream Trail what it is now...
Now, I've gotto settle my rim.. Headed straight to Project Maheez, knowing that Armin will be around. Cause I sms-ed him earlier, right after the ride. In high hopes that the rare RED 317 can still be saved.. Sigh.... But it was hope against hope.. I was just able to use the rim for 3 weeks only. Sigh...
What to do... So now, the rear wheel will still be red but the front will be black (Mavic 223). Was thinking of respraying the rims, both rims.. So that it will be of the same red. But that would take up too much time, sacrificing another weekend of ride. Priority set straight, I would just go for the odd colored wheel set up. But not willing to sacrifice the ride time, now that I've found back the enjoyment and satisfaction after ride feeling.. No way I am gonna lose it again..
With that being said... Anyone up for ride this long CNY weekends ???
~::NK the wOOfer::~
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