Dreamer
Newly Enlightened
Sounds fun! If you still got some space left for a camera, do bring it. I'm sure you will across some beautiful landscapes that not many of us will hv the chance to see.
12 day mountain bike trip!
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eebowler
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turbodog, for your own safety and that of your people,read An Altitude Tutorial and other similar pages if you have time.
"Anyone who goes to altitude can get AMS. It is primarily related to individual physiology (genetics) and the rate of ascent; there is no significant effect of age, gender, physical fitness, or previous altitude experience. Some people acclimatize quickly, and can ascend rapidly; others acclimatize slowly and have trouble staying well even on a slow ascent. There are factors that we don't understand; the same person may get AMS on one trip and not another despite an identical ascent itinerary. Unfortunately, no way has been found to predict who is likely to get sick at altitude. "
I'll probably wither up and die at 5000ft. Going into a pool hall where there's lots of smokers, I feel drowsy almost immediately and soon enough, a headache comes on. The WORST is when I'm stuck in a bleeping taxi in the rain with no AC! :sick2:
I think you may need more than two spare cells since I'm sure you'll take much longer to do anything at that altitude. Also, the assumption "Well, there are 4 of us going. Someone's bound to bring a light." is almost dangerous. If you're the only flashoholic there, at least pack two EXTRA lights with spares. When you're ready to go riding you'll determine if the lights the others are carrying are good enough.
All the best!
"Anyone who goes to altitude can get AMS. It is primarily related to individual physiology (genetics) and the rate of ascent; there is no significant effect of age, gender, physical fitness, or previous altitude experience. Some people acclimatize quickly, and can ascend rapidly; others acclimatize slowly and have trouble staying well even on a slow ascent. There are factors that we don't understand; the same person may get AMS on one trip and not another despite an identical ascent itinerary. Unfortunately, no way has been found to predict who is likely to get sick at altitude. "
I'll probably wither up and die at 5000ft. Going into a pool hall where there's lots of smokers, I feel drowsy almost immediately and soon enough, a headache comes on. The WORST is when I'm stuck in a bleeping taxi in the rain with no AC! :sick2:
I think you may need more than two spare cells since I'm sure you'll take much longer to do anything at that altitude. Also, the assumption "Well, there are 4 of us going. Someone's bound to bring a light." is almost dangerous. If you're the only flashoholic there, at least pack two EXTRA lights with spares. When you're ready to go riding you'll determine if the lights the others are carrying are good enough.
All the best!
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BR549
Newly Enlightened
I usually get in at least a week of skiing in at Winter Park each year - I have always heard to load up on vitamin E in the days prior to going to that altitude. I have always done it and had no altitude sickness - out of breath is a whole other subject. Sounds like a fun trip.
MikeHunt79
Newly Enlightened
What about a dynamo powered bike light?
Sounds like a great trip by the way... I love mountain biking and am envious.
Sounds like a great trip by the way... I love mountain biking and am envious.
flownosaj
Flashlight Enthusiast
turbodog said:
uh...like trying to run a 4 minute mile behind a '79 Ford burning oil if you're not used to the altitude. :laughing:
Realize that the altitude will really slow you down and might put you in a serious crunch if you're not ready for it.
*stay hydrated
*take it easy and know your limits
*read up on the s/s of altitude sickness
be safe out there.
turbodog
Flashaholic
Well, in an effort to balance the extra weight on the bike I have ordered a front rack and bag.
Now we're up to 6 riders out of 8 spots. We picked up 2 random dudes. One is from Europe I think.
I've been training for the ride. My butt hurts already!
Now we're up to 6 riders out of 8 spots. We picked up 2 random dudes. One is from Europe I think.
I've been training for the ride. My butt hurts already!
consider getting a single wheel bobs trailer....
this will allow you to get weight off of your bike.
don't know about you, but thought of riding single track loaded with 25+ lbs of gear is not too apealing...
drawback is bobs trailer will add 18lbs to what you need to pull. I'd try both methods to find out which is best.
lucked out and purchased a bobs trailer from another cpf'er for an excellent deal. it's been sitting unused ever since
this will allow you to get weight off of your bike.
don't know about you, but thought of riding single track loaded with 25+ lbs of gear is not too apealing...
drawback is bobs trailer will add 18lbs to what you need to pull. I'd try both methods to find out which is best.
lucked out and purchased a bobs trailer from another cpf'er for an excellent deal. it's been sitting unused ever since
turbodog
Flashaholic
The heck you say! It took me 2 YEARS of Google searches to find a rear and front rack for a f/s mountain bike. No way I'm wimping out with a bob trailer now!
That's like saying put down that surefire and pick up a mag!
That's like saying put down that surefire and pick up a mag!
rscanady
Enlightened
That looks AWESOME, now I want to go, but I can definitely see how one needs to spend some quality time for Preparation.
PLEASE, PLEASE report back here when you get done, I want to know how it all went.
Thanks
Ryan
PLEASE, PLEASE report back here when you get done, I want to know how it all went.
Thanks
Ryan
rscanady
Enlightened
isnt this only a 7 day trip and not 12 though?
Ryan
Ryan
flownosaj
Flashlight Enthusiast
Have you figured out what GPS you're going to use?
turbodog
Flashaholic
Trip is 7 days, but we are driving from MS to CO. That will take total of 12 days.
Yes, expect pictures. Although I am going to need some web hosting space. Know of anything free?
GPS: after a battle with a gps, the software, and a crappy card reader, I am not taking one. If we die of exposure then so be it.
P.S. Anyone wanna donate some $ for gas money?!
Yes, expect pictures. Although I am going to need some web hosting space. Know of anything free?
GPS: after a battle with a gps, the software, and a crappy card reader, I am not taking one. If we die of exposure then so be it.
P.S. Anyone wanna donate some $ for gas money?!
turbodog
Flashaholic
Here's a little exercise for the astute.
In the mtn bike trip pictures on www.sanjuanhuts.com there is an "anomaly".
1. can you find it?
2. if you do, please PM me with it to see if you are correct. If you post it in open forum, then the secret will be out.
I pointed it out to the people that own the web site. So they know about it. Please don't bring up ancient history.
But it IS a good little easter egg. See if you notice it.
Followup: it's in the "slideshow" link at the top of the page.
In the mtn bike trip pictures on www.sanjuanhuts.com there is an "anomaly".
1. can you find it?
2. if you do, please PM me with it to see if you are correct. If you post it in open forum, then the secret will be out.
I pointed it out to the people that own the web site. So they know about it. Please don't bring up ancient history.
But it IS a good little easter egg. See if you notice it.
Followup: it's in the "slideshow" link at the top of the page.
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my cross country loaded touring weight is 22lbs including painiers, sleeping bag, clothing down to 10 deg, tent etc.
that was hung on bruce gordon tubular crome-moly front racks. I chose not to ride with bobs trailer due to not wanting to pull an extra 18lbs (w/dry bag) but that was on open road VS single track.
I wonder which is more effecient on single track? bobs or traditional panier/racks.
that was hung on bruce gordon tubular crome-moly front racks. I chose not to ride with bobs trailer due to not wanting to pull an extra 18lbs (w/dry bag) but that was on open road VS single track.
I wonder which is more effecient on single track? bobs or traditional panier/racks.
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turbodog
Flashaholic
My front rack and bag/pannier setup came in today. It's mounted and looks sweet.
At some point I'm going to put up some photos.
At some point I'm going to put up some photos.
turbodog
Flashaholic
Finally got everything packed.
In the meantime, someone swapped my svelte racing bike with a brick. If you happen to see my bike, let me know.
This thing feels like it weighs a ton!
Taking pictures in a minute; be back in a few.
In the meantime, someone swapped my svelte racing bike with a brick. If you happen to see my bike, let me know.
This thing feels like it weighs a ton!
Taking pictures in a minute; be back in a few.
turbodog
Flashaholic
I snapped some pictures. I also weighed the bike.
30 lb rear wheel load
25 lb front wheel load
But, that's FULLY loaded with gear AND water.
I've got a crummy website on google that I'm putting together.
See it at: http://turbodog99.googlepages.com/sanjuantrip
30 lb rear wheel load
25 lb front wheel load
But, that's FULLY loaded with gear AND water.
I've got a crummy website on google that I'm putting together.
See it at: http://turbodog99.googlepages.com/sanjuantrip
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turbodog
Flashaholic
Pictures!
The bike, fully loaded. Front and rear racks, bags, and panniers. It's leaned up against a table and the reflective strips are playing havoc with my flash.
Rear FS rack's lower attachment method. This is an exclusive design made by www.oldmanmountain.com AFAIK, they are the ONLY makers of FS bike racks.
Rear rack's upper brace. It fits under the brake bolt.
Rear shock's "gilbaldi(???)" cover. Goretex. Keeps mud/water out, but doesn't score the shock cylinder.
Another underexposed picture. Shows the rear end. Note my pillow strapped on top and my nifty RED tires!
The bike, fully loaded. Front and rear racks, bags, and panniers. It's leaned up against a table and the reflective strips are playing havoc with my flash.
Rear FS rack's lower attachment method. This is an exclusive design made by www.oldmanmountain.com AFAIK, they are the ONLY makers of FS bike racks.
Rear rack's upper brace. It fits under the brake bolt.
Rear shock's "gilbaldi(???)" cover. Goretex. Keeps mud/water out, but doesn't score the shock cylinder.
Another underexposed picture. Shows the rear end. Note my pillow strapped on top and my nifty RED tires!
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turbodog
Flashaholic
Re: 12 day mountain bike trip! (large pics)
I'm working on a complete gear list. If anyone wants it, PM me. Or I may post it anyway. I haven't decided.
I'm working on a complete gear list. If anyone wants it, PM me. Or I may post it anyway. I haven't decided.
Darell
Flashaholic
Re: FINALLY!
Leave the lights home and take O2 bottles is my big advice after 20 miles at altitude last week! I ended up with three simultaneous leg craps that left me squirming on the dirt gasping for air like a carp doing the funky dance.
Ok... the lycra/viagra thing I didn't need an image of!
Swell. Almost as much fun as my neighbor who drives to the gym in order to ride the stationary bike or walk on the stair climber.turbodog said:
Leave the lights home and take O2 bottles is my big advice after 20 miles at altitude last week! I ended up with three simultaneous leg craps that left me squirming on the dirt gasping for air like a carp doing the funky dance.
Ok... the lycra/viagra thing I didn't need an image of!
