CMW Poison Oak

[Munivision]

The evil weed(no not that one) was ubiquitous at CMW, especially Noble
Canyon. I UPD'd right into the middle of a poison oak bush! When I got
home hours later, I showered with Technu a solution that is supposed to
remove the oils that cause the reaction. I waited anxiously the next
few days as I am pretty sensitive to the stuff. Only ended up with
about 4 little bumps on my arm that itched for a day or so.:D I highly
recommend Technu.

Anyone get nailed by the stuff?


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[johnfoss]

I was well aware of the presence of the evil weed, but it didn't get me
this time. I've developed a riding style that avoids the touching of any
plant matter when I'm in areas where poison oak can grow. In CA terms,
that usually means areas with decent amounts of shade. On the shady side
of hills/mountains it's much more likely to be around, while on the
sunny side you see a whole different collection of plants.

Tecnu is great stuff, but is only effective if you apply it in time. My
worst poison oak experience was falling directly onto a plant on our
local Stevens Trail a few years ago. I got a big scrape and the evil
oils got direct access under my skin and possibly into my bloodstream.
In less than a week it looked like my forearm had been exposed to
massive radiation and I had to get shots and major antibiotics!

Here's a picture of a great sign that's posted near one of our local
trails in Folsom. Note the stuff can get you year-round, even when there
are no leaves and only sticks!


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[unicycle6869]

Jim you are lucky that's all you got! I saw you fall into that huge
poison oak bush and thought for sure you would get it bad. I avoided any
plants on the whole trail down after seeing your fall and must have done
a good job as I didn't get any. It actually makes the trails more
challenging/fun when you have to avoid plants!


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