LITTLE BROWN JUG RACE REPORT

Scott Gawler finished 3rd in AA - Photo by Dalton Anderson

Once again the Greenville Enduro Riders put on a stellar event with the LIttle Brown Jug Enduro. The conditions in the Upstate region of South Carolina were epic with minimal dust and great traction. The weather was the talk of the pits with the hottest part of the day being in the high 70s. What more could you ask for?

The first test of the day was a long one, about 15 miles. I personally prefer to start with a short test, in order to get loosened up and get the flow of the trail, but GERA had other plans. The first test featured some flowy field sections, tight off-camber woods, a few creek crossings and even a few, small, rock gardens.

After the first test the riders went back to teh pits for “lunch” before heading back out for the final four tests. I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t a little odd going back to the truck so early. I am used to the 3 tests, lunch, and then back out for 3 more. However, after that 15 miler I wasn’t complaining.

Test 2 was a more traditional 7 miles. This test featured some tight pine sections as well as some challenging hills through tight woods. The club did a great job of providing ample passing opportunities allowing for faster, and slower, riders to lose less time.

Test 3 was, in my opinion, the best test of the enduro. It started out along a creek bed that had the best dirt I have ever ridden. The trail flowed up and down the side of the creek providing some slick spots that tested throttle control. After the flowy creek bed section teh trail took riders through a winding woods section with great ruts, allowing riders to charge through the corners. At only 6 miles long the test was over quick, maybe because it was so damn fun.

Test 4 was the shortest out of the 5 tests, at just 5 miles. This was by far the toughest test with very tight, off-camber hills that were very technical and tested the riders skill. Passing was very tough in this test which provided another challenge on top of the terrain. Lastly, Test 5 was another long one at 12 miles. This test had everything from steep hills, logs, rocks, flowy trails and some of the tightest trails on the whole property. The last mile of the test, when your legs start to cramp and fingers can’t move, was very tight and technical. Turning the corner and seeing the finish never felt so good.

Photos by Dalton Anderson

LBJ TOP 30 OVERALL