Friday, April 1, 2011

Ed Sutton says thanks to Tally

Hey Jim, Thanks so much for presenting us those great team pictures. Everyone on the crew was super stoked. In fact, I've already got mine hanging up here in my office. I really think Munson Hills was a terrific team effort between the Forest Service and Trail Dynamics. This was a very unique trail project, and one that we can point to as an excellent use of AARA funding. I admire you for having the vision and determination it took to make Munson Hills a reality. At first, I wasn't convinced that much could be done in what seemed like featureless landscape, but we definitely enjoyed taking on the challenge. Judging for the many smiles, whoops, and compliments we received out there, I think we all did a pretty good job. Also thanks for bringing us out cold drinks on some of those hot and dusty Munson days. It was always a big kick for the crew to see you come rolling up on your bike and Bob trailer. Right after you'd ride off, the guys would always ask me if you were liking the trail, and happy with there work. They really put everything they had into this project, and it meant a lot to them that people were out there riding around having a good time. Finally, thanks for your flexibility in working with us on the evolution of this project. Because their wasn't really a precedent for what we did at Munson, quite a few things had to be determined on the fly. No matter what issues we had to work through, it was always a pleasure to work with You, Shannon, and Cathy. Keep us posted on how the trail holds up to all the riders and the thunderstorms coming up this summer. Hopefully, we made everything bold enough, and used enough surfacing material, that it will be riding good for many years to come. Enjoy the trail Jim, and tell any of our new friends we miss them, and we hope to return to Tally again some time in the future. Thanks again, Ed and the crew

1 comments:

  1. I can say, yes we are enjoying the trail. I ride it several times a week. Thank you for your hard work, Ed. I would also like to thank your crew, I can tell they put their heart into this effort.
    All the best,
    Chris.

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