you know jim, sometimes you really do sound like a richard. remember, it's the internet, we can't hear the tone of your voice.
I think it is...whats the phrase... I guess it should be up to the person. You can't exclude someone because they don't have certain equipment. that said, if somebody thinks it might be a pretty tough trail, and they are unlocked, they should know better. I run unlocked (for now), and I wheel the piss outta my rig(when I get to), but I understand the limitations, and what has to be done differently for me. You won't catch me on Wrecking Ball or pumpkin eater, but you WILL find me on Niagara, the con(sooner or later)deer valley, slickrock, etc. I do have the balls to take a bypass if I don't think I can make an obstacle, rather than hold everyone up.
Just wondering, the trail was knock on wood, on the left trail near the top. Without lockers It's almost impossible, would you have gone for it?