2010 Arizona Trail 300

[wookieone]

Just Curious, how many folks are IN for the 300?? I'm in.

[AZTtripper]

in

And Rob B is riding down with me.

that's 2 more

[ScottM]

I've heard from 20 people doing the 300 so far.  Almost all will have SPOTS, I think.

5 still in for the full AZT.

[ScottM]

Hey everyone.  Race is coming up soon!  I have a few items.  

* First, there is a new revision for the 300 cue sheets available.  It continues on with the full AZT cues just in case you feel frisky and want to get some extra miles!  The only change to the 300-only cues is a very minor one.  I had a left when it should have been a right on a turn in the neighborhoods before Redington Road in Tucson.

* The revision 1 data for the 300 is final.  This is the same file that has been available for quite some time.  Oracle Ridge is still in.  No new singletrack on Lemmon.

* If you want to borrow a SPOT unit, let me know ASAP.

* If you are borrowing a SPOT, remember you will need 2AA lithium batteries.  The SPOT will not have batteries in it.  

* I will have the SPOTs at the start line to distribute.

* You are responsible for returning the SPOT to me.  If you are in Tucson after the race, let me know and you can drop it off.  Otherwise, I will email everyone my mailing address.  We do need them back ASAP after the race, since we have another race we are tracking in early May.

* Here is the tracker link:

http://trackleaders.com/aztr

Both AZT 300 and AZTR racers will show there.  If you have an avatar image, send it to me (URL to an 80x80 image preferred if you can handle that).

Questions?

[AZTtripper]

Wow 20 people that would be a huge number compared to all previous runnings.

[PirateGirl]

Just wanted to wish all AZT racers good luck out there! I'll be following the SPOTs online and any race commentary threads here on the board. Looking forward to hearing how it goes for everyone. Stay safe and have a wonderful ride!!!

[marycycle]

Be prepared to bake near Ripsey wash. Beware of bulls.
Ok, I know the AZ300 doesn't go over this giant hill, but we will still be feeling the heat.
http://clockoutclickin.typepad.com/blog/2010/04/ripsey-wash-loop.html

[ScottM]

Yeah, I am glad the 300 was not this past weekend.  It was plain old stinkin' hot.  (Well Sunday was ok due to the clouds, but still very warm for bikepacking).

It looks like a reprieve is coming our way.  Even today was perfect -- cloudy and upper 70's here in town.  72 forecast for Friday -- perfect.  We'll see how that holds out, though.

[krefs]

Dang, I'm out for the 300, too.  Some tendonitis in my foot returned after a long running race this past weekend, so I'm going to play it smart for a change (which rarely happens, unfortunately) and just let it be.  Have fun, everyone!

[ScottM]

Bummer, but understood Kurt.  I've always said runining is bad for your health...

This might change your mind, though:

Strong low digging unseasonably far south near the West Coast. This
system will receive reinforcing energy as it slowly wobbles through
the Desert Southwest the second half of the week. Strong gusty winds
ahead of this system Wednesday...then starting to shape up as two
primary periods of precipitation. For Southeast Arizona the best
timing is shaping up for both Wednesday night and Thursday night.
Mountains could see several inches of snow storm total...especially
with the coolest air Thursday night.

Fresh snow on Lemmon again?!?

[krefs]

My waterproof booties have a broken zipper, so I'm happy to miss that snow this time around 

Trail running is pretty fun, but it sure is hard on the body.  Fortunately, pedaling doesn't seem to aggravate this injury, so I think I can ride as long as I avoid hike-a-bike.

[ScottM]

Trail running is pretty fun, but it sure is hard on the body.  Fortunately, pedaling doesn't seem to aggravate this injury, so I think I can ride as long as I avoid hike-a-bike.

Sounds like we are in the same boat then.  Come on down and let's clean the Canelos together, eh?  If we accomplish that feat we should be able to clean Oracle Ridge too, snow or not...

[DaveH]

Sorry to hear about the injured reserves here, but dang you will both be so fresh and ready for the 311.

23 on the trackleader page!  The AZT 300 is quite the gunshow this year 

[phil_rad]

What day does the race start? I'd like to watch it on the net. Good luck to everybody!

Phil

[OurManInTheNorth]

Hi - anyone able to offer a lift down from Flagstaff on the Thurs to Tuscon, or even to Sierra Vista for the full AZT start? Please pm me and we can talk!

Ian

[ActionJackson]

I'll be in Tucson late Thursday afternoon, can anyone spare a lift either Thursday night or Friday AM down to the start? PM or post up. Thanks

[jonesy792]

I can drive two people and two bikes to the start thursday night/friday morning

David
520-205-0275

[ScottM]

Thanks Jonesy.  That's a nice offer.

My friend Jobie (*the one and only* Jobie in Tucson) has offered to drive people to the start as well.  He's got room for 4 people and bikes.  Meeting at my house (middle of Tucson) or we could also swing by places south of there (by the airport for example).

This is for Friday morning.  Aiming to get to the start line by 8 or shortly thereafter.

[wookieone]

 Jobie, hell yeah if you get e chance to get a ride with Jobie, you better take it that guy is awesome! It was folks like that I remember as part of the greatness of my 2009 AZT experience. Anyways looking to leave Gunny shortly!!! Got a full car so can't help much on the shuttle, very excited. Mark C is riding w/ us down to Tucson atleast, not sure where from there? Very excited...see ya all soon. Jefe

[DaveH]

Good luck to all you AZT racers!  May the weather be pleasantly cool, wind at your back, water plentiful, flowers abundant.