what are men's and women's singlespeed records?

In the 2018 Cordillera they are listed as:

Men's - Chris Plesko, 2016, 15:08:04
Women's - Alice Drobna, 2014, 22:06:36

Tandem record - Jay and Tracey Petervary, 2009, 18:13:50

I think Sofiane has done his homework. It looks like his strategy was to get past Mike Hall then rest when Mike did. I wonder if Josh is reacting to what Sofiane is doing? They both have access to Trackleaders so can keep an eye on the MH dot as well as each other.

That's what makes it both interesting and dangerous.  If Sofiane were on an ITT the strategy of staying ahead of the MH flag would work fine, but Josh is past that flag also and has demonstrated in the past what he is capable of when others take a break.

Nobody can survive on a few hours of sleep over 14 days. We're just over 5 days into this race and I wonder if the leaders have a rest strategy or if they are playing it by ear. I sure hope they have a good handle on their limitations as they are about to enter one of the worst stretches for vehicle traffic on the entire route.

https://theradavist.com/2019/06/2019-to ... ce-part-1/

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Anyone know how to get in contact with Scott Morris?  I'm curious if it would be possible to add the singlespeed record pace as a dot to Trackleaders, as Alexandera Houchin is gunning to break it.  It would be fun to watch. 

Men's and Women's SS flags would be nice.

Excellent use of "mustard" as a verb! I never really considered hot dogs as a "for later" kind of food lol. Thx for the great pics!

Are the Ovando hot dogs famous or something?  Sounds like every rider has been getting them.

Ovando is just under a quarter of the way along the route. I can't remember from previous years, does anyone post similar sets of photos from further along the route say Atlantic City and Abiquiu which are roughly halfway and 3/4 way along the route?

It looks like both Josh Ibbett and Kai Edal missed the turning for Stempel Pass but Kai is now back on route.

Russ from the Lodge near Polaris Montana usually posts rider photos.

Josh Kato coming through Ovando and getting his picture taken by Angler (grabbed from the Ovando webcam).

WOW!  Don't know if he can keep it up, but Sofiane has just passed Mike Hall's flag.

EDIT:  Just noticed that Lael just passed her own flag as well.

In 2012 Jay Petervary started August 27 and completed the course in a bit over 15 days.

http://trackleaders.com/tourdividei.php?name=Jay_Petervary

Yes, Koko route is slower than the previous.  Personally, I don’t think it is so much the actual time difference of the routes but the toll that the hike up Koko takes on the body and potnetial for achilles and knee issues.  I like Koko a lot but do miss comparing times over a comparible course.  However, that isn’t the end all be all of this race by any means.
How do we compare current runs to Mike’s record?  We don’t.  We know he was the most amazing rider to ever touch this course.

Over 2800 miles the course is never the same year to year and some sections when muddy can add significant hours, fatigue, and mechanicals. You get what you get.

Not having done Koko, and only having seen a few limited pictures, I can firmly state that I am looking forward to riding the Crossing Creek Trail this June. And I know I like Fernie.

"riding" the Crossing Creek trail?  Best of luck!

It´s hard to imagine that forgetting the backpack somewhere would be an considerable risk. But when thinking about it and especially considering the cumulating fatigue (physical & mental) and experiences here, that is a factor to consider.

Thanks once again.

The brain tends to disengage with some regularity out there.

For anyone who is following New Zealanders McKayla and Chantal as they make their way steadily south, you might like to know that they are riding for a charity in NZ that provides bikes and bike training to kids in disadvantaged schools:

https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/a-4500km-cycle-adventure

I met them way back north at the Tobermory cabin (just after Elk Pass) and they are wonderful folks.

What’s going on with Hal? Looks like he is backtracking.

Looks like he's doing a re-route.  Must have run into a closure past Hopewell Lake.

Jeez - it looks like Mike had about 5 pounds of gear total.

I would bet if you ask her she will say she is racing.
Well I guess the consensus is not to call anyone out on this forum during a race. I don’t get it, but so be it.
The quote on the blog said “supporting” that’s what got me.
Like Iowagriz posted he read it differently and if that’s the case I do apologize.

On Greg - Gold dust comes up awful fast after the top of the pass and anyone could blow by the trail easily. Kudos for him realizing it and climbing back up to get it done.

Let’s move on

I see Gary Johnson is back out there. (Ex-presidential candidate and ex Governor of New Mexico)

Moral support is allowed.

2018 GPX is available.  HRT route actually makes the route 7 miles shorter but probably a wash time wise.

http://topofusion.com/divide/gps.php

Matthew is sending out the Trackleaders signup link individually, but he expects to complete that in the next 48 hours.

Thanks, Scott!  Where can we get cues?

It's been awhile since my first TD. Anyone know where the link is to register our own SPOT for the race? I was looking on trackleaders, but couldn't find it.

If you sent a letter of intent you should get an email in a couple of weeks with sign-up info.

Hi everyone, also my first time, so have some noob questions..

I have sent an email to the address mentioned at tourdivide.org, but go no answer yet, should i be worried, or is that just normal?

And do i need to get a pass for the National parks  on the route? Can you get those on the way, or better to arrange beforehand?

Thanks!

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Silence is to be expected.  News will come in the next couple of weeks.

NOBO riders will need to pay for entry to the Tetons (I think, or maybe Yellowstone) but there are no fee booths SOBO.  At any rate, you could pay at the gate.