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Reply #120 on: October 01, 2009, 10:08:42 PM
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ScottM
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« Reply #120 on: October 01, 2009, 10:08:42 PM » |
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Haven't had much time with a Colorado. Early units were hard to see (screen) and buggy. I think they have improved things lately though. The HR option is nice to have. I'd look for some more recent reviews.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #121 on: October 02, 2009, 07:08:03 AM
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mr.hobbs
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« Reply #121 on: October 02, 2009, 07:08:03 AM » |
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This is what I get for reading all the post about pre-race breakage from you guys: Major set back yesterday during my lunch time ride. Broke my 4th Gary Fisher frame in 18months!!! Yes 4th! I now have 2 bike with multible problems that nothing swaps back and forth to. The best part is: it will not be covered under warrenty because the crack was caused by chain suck against the frame which caused it to weaken and crack, bastards!  So I have cash in hand and heading to the bike shop this afternoon. Me thinks a steel frame is in my future  I'm thinking Karate Monkey with American Classics, we'll see what happens. |
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #122 on: October 02, 2009, 07:12:05 AM
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Pivvay
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« Reply #122 on: October 02, 2009, 07:12:05 AM » |
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I've got a 20" red Karate Monkey, brand new and I'll sell it for $400+shipping if it's your size and you're interested. Frame and fork and seatpost clamp. It's boxed and can go in the mail ASAP.
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-Chris Plesko
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #123 on: October 02, 2009, 07:31:24 AM
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brink
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« Reply #123 on: October 02, 2009, 07:31:24 AM » |
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Brink, you can borrow my Lenz if you need it.
Thanks man, I appreciate the offer. I hope that it does not come down to that. But, now that I have really good options if feel much better. I will see you at "The Place" at 6:45. Will you have the Spot units with you then? |
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #124 on: October 02, 2009, 08:02:17 AM
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mr.hobbs
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« Reply #124 on: October 02, 2009, 08:02:17 AM » |
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Sweet! That's what I'm after. Do you paypal? I have a UPS number if that works also? I've got a 20" red Karate Monkey, brand new and I'll sell it for $400+shipping if it's your size and you're interested. Frame and fork and seatpost clamp. It's boxed and can go in the mail ASAP.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #125 on: October 02, 2009, 08:40:32 AM
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DaveH
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« Reply #125 on: October 02, 2009, 08:40:32 AM » |
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I'm pissed, I have a Garmin Edge 705 but it's messed up, I can't get a course to load on it anymore. I don't think I'll be able to get mine fixed in time so I may just buy another GPS. Rob - I might be able to help get your 705 working again. It's a great tool for the stage race format as you'll have plenty of time to charge it each day. I've been using one since they came out and have been through it all...PM me for an email addr if interested. |
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #126 on: October 02, 2009, 10:25:21 AM
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jonesy792
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« Reply #126 on: October 02, 2009, 10:25:21 AM » |
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Broke my 4th Gary Fisher frame in 18months. Me thinks a steel frame is in my future Thats the way I felt about breaking my trek frame twice in 6 months. Now I'm rocking the niner mcr9, steel is real baby |
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #127 on: October 02, 2009, 10:48:38 AM
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mr.hobbs
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« Reply #127 on: October 02, 2009, 10:48:38 AM » |
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Chris found one at my local shop, so I can start building tonight. Thanks for the offer, see you next weekend. -Tony I've got a 20" red Karate Monkey, brand new and I'll sell it for $400+shipping if it's your size and you're interested. Frame and fork and seatpost clamp. It's boxed and can go in the mail ASAP.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #128 on: October 02, 2009, 12:02:46 PM
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Chad B
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« Reply #128 on: October 02, 2009, 12:02:46 PM » |
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Thanks man, I appreciate the offer. I hope that it does not come down to that. But, now that I have really good options if feel much better.
I will see you at "The Place" at 6:45. Will you have the Spot units with you then?
I will have the SPOTS at The Place. You can pick them up there or here in Tucson. |
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #129 on: October 03, 2009, 05:52:01 PM
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YuriB
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« Reply #129 on: October 03, 2009, 05:52:01 PM » |
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Looks like a fire outside of Wiliams. Any idea if it is on the route?
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #130 on: October 03, 2009, 06:14:20 PM
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #131 on: October 03, 2009, 08:14:42 PM
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Chad B
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« Reply #131 on: October 03, 2009, 08:14:42 PM » |
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Looking into it. According to the bulletin, seems like the route is still golden. Pray for rain.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #132 on: October 03, 2009, 10:01:40 PM
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ScottM
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« Reply #132 on: October 03, 2009, 10:01:40 PM » |
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Damn, Bill Williams Mountain is definitely closed. Fire is burning on the mountain. Very unlikely we'll be able to ride the very sweet trail this year.
73 is open, so we could just b-line straight to Williams on it. Nuts.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #133 on: October 03, 2009, 10:25:10 PM
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Chad B
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« Reply #133 on: October 03, 2009, 10:25:10 PM » |
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Hmmmm....prescribed burn on a windy, dry day? Bummer. There is a slight chance of rain tomorrow.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #134 on: October 04, 2009, 09:17:36 AM
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mr.hobbs
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« Reply #134 on: October 04, 2009, 09:17:36 AM » |
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That sux about the fire. But what can you do.
good news is: I have a newly built bike ready for action, whichever way we may head.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #135 on: October 04, 2009, 11:53:40 AM
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jonesy792
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« Reply #135 on: October 04, 2009, 11:53:40 AM » |
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Amtrak station:
FLAGSTAFF (1 E. SANTA FE AVE.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, car rental agency, call for taxi service.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #136 on: October 04, 2009, 06:53:03 PM
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brink
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« Reply #136 on: October 04, 2009, 06:53:03 PM » |
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What is the address and/or location of "The Place"?
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #137 on: October 04, 2009, 09:43:18 PM
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Chad B
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« Reply #137 on: October 04, 2009, 09:43:18 PM » |
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The Place is on Milton (the main drag after you exit the highway coming from Phoenix), if you are heading north it is on the west side before you go under the train tracks (between Phoenix and Tucson Streets). You will see some bikes in the front along with a huge banner that says Welcome Coconino Loop Racers and TV news reporters.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #138 on: October 05, 2009, 08:18:21 AM
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mr.hobbs
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« Reply #138 on: October 05, 2009, 08:18:21 AM » |
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Will the podium be set up at "the place" also. Will the podium be covered? Just looking out for the trophy girls, I'm just saying.......It could happen.
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Topic Name: 2009 Coconino Loop Race Thread
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Reply #139 on: October 05, 2009, 09:11:07 AM
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jonesy792
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« Reply #139 on: October 05, 2009, 09:11:07 AM » |
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I'm assuming crowd control, street closure and personal sogneur's (SP?) have all been arranged :-D
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