Looking for others to Join me on the Divide July 3rd 2013

[MauiRider]

Hello all,

I am 44 years old and it has been my dream for the past 2 years + to ride the divide. Ever since I first watched the movie I have wanted to do it. So almost two years ago I bought all my gear, bags, everything i would need.. I have been training for the past 2 years and will continuue to train up until the day I fly to Banff.. I live on Maui and am orginally from Colorado. I would love to meet some others that are looking for another rider to join them. I had a few that were going to ride with me but it looks as if just recently they have had a change of heart. I have not.. I am driven to do this and can't wait. I am not looking to do this ride as a race but more just to complete it. I am thinking that I would like to do somewhere between 50 to 70 miles per day.. Maybe even taking a day off?? I am totally flexable.. We can camp or if the housing is avalible we can do that too.. I am very flexable.  I would like to arrive in Banff around July 1 and set off on the trail around July 3 or 4th.  Just want to get adjusted to the elevation, check on equipment and enjoy Banff for a couple of days.. I have never been and hear its beautiful.

I hope to hear back from you....Thanks!  Tim

[jaybo]

Hi Tim,
I'm planning to start on the 7th, but might be able to get in earlier and start on the 3rd or 4th. Was also looking to more of a ride rather than a race. I'm hoping for around 100 miles per day, but we'll see if that happens.....

Jason

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[MauiRider]

Hi Jason,

Thanks for your fast reply.. I am totally open to leaving on the 7th if need be. I would love to try for 100 miles per day but I think the reality of riding for so many days will take a toll on your body.. But who knows? Maybe.. Feel free to email me on my person email too. I tend to check that more offen. westt001@hawaii.rr.com.. I would also like to share ideas with you as to your equipment, what you plan to bring, etc.. Looking forward to talking to you more.

Aloha, Tim

P.S. Do you have any other riders going with you??

[Undivided]

Hi Tim/Jason,
My son and I are doing the tour divide this summer as well. I'm 45 and my son will be 18. We are planning on driving up to banff from Seattle on July 5 and starting on the 7th or 8th. We are looking to finish by aug 30th. Other than that we are planning on having one hell of a great time. I figure we would let our bodies determine our pace. I figure we would average between 50-70 miles a day as well. Our 2 main goals are to have a great time and finish. I think it would be great to ride in a group of it all works out. I've got the time off work, drop off and pickup all set. Thoughts?

[MauiRider]

Please count me in... I too have two goals have fun and finish!  It would be an honor to ride with you guys. I might already have some occomidation in Banff just have to check with my friend. I will be flying into Edmonton on or around the 1st and spend a few days with friends. I already have a ride to Banff and will be checking out Jasper on the way there. I plan on spending a few days in Banff then setting off.. So it sounds great to me the 7th or 8th.  If you guys are at all interested in my bike or equipment I think we should share ideas.  Looking forward to hearing back from you guys.  Names?   You can also get me on my personal email westt001@hawaii.rr.com

Aloha, Tim

P.S. My bike.. I have added a few more things.. will take a more updated pic.