I was so glad to see one of those after being followed by a black bear for a half mile.  That bear hung out outside all night but there was no way he was getting in.

After reading around the forums and online about the TDR the only thing that concerns me is Bear and Mountain Lion encounters. How do you stay safe, aside from bear spray? What keeps a mountain lion from having you as a snack while your snoring away in your sleeping bag?

Hey everyone, is this group still going? I noticed the original poster has not logged in since June.

Thanks for all the great advice! I plan on doing a bike packing trip over the course of a few days in Northern Wisconsin when summer comes along. Anyone here planning on a 2014 race?

Hey guy's, new member here, I have a question. I am a recreational MTB'r, I have not gone riding much this past summer but did do about 100 miles a week during the 2011 summer, as well as a few collegiate races. My question is if I train now, for TD 2014, is it possible to get into good enough shape to physically complete the TD, keeping in mind the longest ride of my life is only 40 miles.  Thanks, and I look forward to lurking these forums often.