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Reply #920 on: June 04, 2015, 07:36:18 PM
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flyboy
Location: Brisbane, Australia
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I was wondering what others got for the milage difference near Fish Lake Mtn re-route. I calculated 8.8 less miles then if we were to go over Union Pass.
I got about the same but the new route had about 500m(1500ft) more climbing Well, thats what Basecamp told me. Did anyone see Billy's video from the new section? Interesting(sorry, I can't paste it into here on the iPad) |
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Reply #921 on: June 04, 2015, 09:24:06 PM
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bouldernick
Location: The Bubble, CO
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Hello all! Wishing all you GD riders luck in your final prep. I'll be starting July 1st assuming all goes smoothly in transit.
I've successfully uploaded the new 2015 track to my Garmin, but I'm wondering if cue sheets for the re-route to Wamsutter have been posted anywhere? I've looked around (tour divide page, Topofusion, this thread) but I'm not having any luck.
I'd appreciate any input or advice. In the end, I can just follow the track, but I like to use cue sheets too to keep my mind busy.
Happy trails, Nick
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Reply #922 on: June 05, 2015, 04:32:59 AM
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bpeschka
Location: Chandler, AZ
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« Reply #922 on: June 05, 2015, 04:32:59 AM » |
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Hello all! Wishing all you GD riders luck in your final prep. I'll be starting July 1st assuming all goes smoothly in transit.
I've successfully uploaded the new 2015 track to my Garmin, but I'm wondering if cue sheets for the re-route to Wamsutter have been posted anywhere? I've looked around (tour divide page, Topofusion, this thread) but I'm not having any luck.
I'd appreciate any input or advice. In the end, I can just follow the track, but I like to use cue sheets too to keep my mind busy.
Happy trails, Nick
Cue Sheets are still pending. Matt told me a couple of days ago they'd be coming asap. I'm leaving as a SOBO ITT in about 30 minutes so assume that I'll see them show up in email before I need them in Wyoming. |
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Reply #923 on: June 05, 2015, 06:18:25 AM
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sfuller
Location: Central Iowa
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« Reply #923 on: June 05, 2015, 06:18:25 AM » |
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I'm leaving as a SOBO ITT in about 30 minutes so assume that I'll see them show up in email before I need them in Wyoming.
Tailwinds and dry roads to you!! |
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Reply #924 on: June 05, 2015, 08:59:40 AM
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sfuller
Location: Central Iowa
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« Reply #924 on: June 05, 2015, 08:59:40 AM » |
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Rumor has it that the Spot Registration emails are starting to get sent. Shouldn't be much longer now.
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Reply #925 on: June 05, 2015, 10:32:24 AM
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kucebags
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« Reply #925 on: June 05, 2015, 10:32:24 AM » |
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Hey all it is Jason from SOUL Ski and Bike in Banff. We are eagerly awaiting your arrival this upcoming week in Banff for your Grand Depart. Just a few notes of housekeeping, we have made a pile of space on the upper level of our shop for you to lounge in. A bunch comfy chairs, a new espresso machine and a Multiple Unit Electronic Charging Station from OUTDOOR TECH so you can ensure your goodies are charged for your departure. Wednesday evening our friends at the Banff Avenue Brew Pub will be showing "Ride the Divide" and offering a host of specials exclusively for TD riders. Stop by the shop for more details and directions to the pub. Thursday at 3pm, Mike Dion Film Maker of "Ride the Divide" will be showing his new movie "Inspired to Ride" at the Lux Theater here in Banff. His movie has been garnering huge fanfare as he makes his way North in his traveling self supported circus. The Theater will sell out so arrive early and join in on the fun. Lastly if you SHIPPED your bicycle via a courier, PLEASE CHECK YOUR tracking details. I can confirm at least one bicycle is hung up at customs due to the waybill not being filled out correctly. We cannot clear personal product under an individuals name if the waybill is not filled out correctly. Customs will not give us contact numbers of the shipper to reach out and inform the shipper of delays. I do not want to see any last minute panic if it can be prevented. Thanks all we are huge fans of your adventure and look forward to seeing you all next week Should you have any questions do not hesitate to reach out to me personally to help. Jason Kucey Owner/ Operator SOUL Ski and Bike jason@soulskiandbike.com |
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Reply #926 on: June 05, 2015, 12:33:49 PM
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Erik
Location: Vail, Colorado.
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« Reply #926 on: June 05, 2015, 12:33:49 PM » |
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Hi guys.
I know this isn't the place for introductions but I've never been much of a rule follower. Just wanted to wish all the fools riding the TD a safe and fun trip before you hit the road.
Keep your rig up and the water out! Wait, that's sailing. Still sort of applies.
-Erik
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Reply #927 on: June 05, 2015, 05:36:37 PM
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flyboy
Location: Brisbane, Australia
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« Reply #927 on: June 05, 2015, 05:36:37 PM » |
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I'm leaving as a SOBO ITT in about 30 minutes so assume that I'll see them show up in email before I need them in Wyoming.
Good luck and enjoy! |
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Reply #928 on: June 05, 2015, 05:55:40 PM
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BobM
Location: The Keweenaw Peninsula, Michigan
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« Reply #928 on: June 05, 2015, 05:55:40 PM » |
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Everybody received the email for track leaders?
Still waiting
Not yet. Also need cues for Josephine Falls and the Wamsutter reroute. |
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Reply #929 on: June 05, 2015, 06:12:28 PM
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Flinch
grandpasbikelife.blogspot.com
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« Reply #929 on: June 05, 2015, 06:12:28 PM » |
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Anyone know the time we actually leave Banff on the 12th (versus the planned time)? Gotta figure if I need to do ITT early to get to Elkford in time for brunch  . Save ya some lithium batteries - honest! I see Bill Peshka did a 5 am-ish depart, looks like he makes Elkford tonight. Of course he's older than me (by a few months...eeek!) We be jammin'  |
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And once the Race is over, you won't remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won't even be sure whether the Race is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the Race, you won't be the same person who rode in. That's what the Race is all about.
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Reply #930 on: June 05, 2015, 07:27:27 PM
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MikeI
Location: Tucson
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« Reply #930 on: June 05, 2015, 07:27:27 PM » |
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Not yet.
Also need cues for Josephine Falls and the Wamsutter reroute.
Nope ... no email for me yet Everybody received the email for track leaders?
Still waiting
No email for me yet .... |
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Reply #931 on: June 05, 2015, 07:47:49 PM
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daveinbanff
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« Reply #931 on: June 05, 2015, 07:47:49 PM » |
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I rode the J falls section last year, early july. Was fairly easy to find. From Elkford, go left/east, up the hill. big parking lot on right/south side, with a JF trail sign and map on it. As long as you follow the trail (singletrack) nearest the canyon, and keep going south bound, you will get on some fireroads, and keep going south onto better labeled/marked roads.
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Reply #932 on: June 05, 2015, 08:01:28 PM
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Flinch
grandpasbikelife.blogspot.com
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« Reply #932 on: June 05, 2015, 08:01:28 PM » |
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Not yet.
Also need cues for Josephine Falls and the Wamsutter reroute.
{{ Modified, added mile 4.8 to be clear where single track ends }} Mile Dist Turn Comment 0 Leave Elkford, cross Fording River uphill 2.4 2.4 R 0.25 after uphill curve, at pullout, 'JF' sign?, on dirt rd 2.7 0.3 L At Y 3.4 0.7 LB At Y 4.3 0.9 R Single track 0.15 after wide area in rd, 0.25 before end of road 4.8 0.5 R Track crosses primitive road, turn R towards main road 4.9 0.1 L At T 12.5 7.6 S At jnct: old route comes in from left (mile 15.7 on old route) Where R = turn Right, L turn Left, LB Bear Left, S = Straight. Sorry for formatting. This is my Google Earth take on the JF reroute, so buyer beware 'cause I ain't been there to smoke test it yet! |
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And once the Race is over, you won't remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won't even be sure whether the Race is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the Race, you won't be the same person who rode in. That's what the Race is all about.
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Topic Name: 2015 TD
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Reply #933 on: June 06, 2015, 03:47:58 AM
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Larrs_in_Motion
Location: Anderson, SC
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« Reply #933 on: June 06, 2015, 03:47:58 AM » |
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Matt is still sending out the Trackleaders reg emails, just received mine at 6:00 AM Eastern.. Totally pumped!  |
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Time to cowboy up!
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Reply #934 on: June 06, 2015, 05:39:11 AM
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flyboy
Location: Brisbane, Australia
Posts: 240
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« Reply #934 on: June 06, 2015, 05:39:11 AM » |
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Matt is still sending out the Trackleaders reg emails, just received mine at 6:00 AM Eastern.. Totally pumped! Just got mine as well and I am all signed up. Just wondering if a senior member(or someone appropriate) might like to open a 2015 Race thread so that those of us coming from international locations can set up our families and friends with the thread link? It is getting real now! |
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Reply #935 on: June 06, 2015, 07:27:42 AM
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Reply #936 on: June 06, 2015, 08:56:39 AM
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cobbnat
Location: Los Ranchos, New Mexico
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« Reply #936 on: June 06, 2015, 08:56:39 AM » |
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Reply #937 on: June 06, 2015, 10:50:45 AM
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Pastorlocke
Location: Mt. Juliet, TN
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« Reply #937 on: June 06, 2015, 10:50:45 AM » |
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Got my e-mail too. Ready to roll. See you all Thursday....
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Reply #938 on: June 06, 2015, 02:58:16 PM
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Pdk123
Location: Gainesville Florida
Posts: 26
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« Reply #938 on: June 06, 2015, 02:58:16 PM » |
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Good luck to all of you! Be sure to enjoy it all - all of the Joy and all of the pain - the Tour Divide is one of life's greatest gifts. Rooting for every last one of you. Just keep pedaling!
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Topic Name: 2015 TD
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Reply #939 on: June 07, 2015, 07:23:23 AM
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Angler
Location: Ovando, Montana
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« Reply #939 on: June 07, 2015, 07:23:23 AM » |
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Okay so this is a bit delayed due to getting permission to post, but Billy Rice, via a circuitous route on a jeep trail that suddenly ended, finally made it to Ovando around 7 pm which was several hours late. Dinner at Trixi's, overnight in the Ovando Hotel, breakfast at the Bullet and jetted out to make it to Whitefish by the end of the day yesterday. Here he is with Colleen, owner of the Stray Bullet, meeting up with him at Trixi's.
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