 Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #60 on: January 12, 2019, 03:27:51 PM
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ScottM
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« Reply #60 on: January 12, 2019, 03:27:51 PM » |
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Thanks for posting this here. I made a quick announcement on my blog ( http://topofusion.com/diary/2019/01/08/arizona-trail-race-2019-and-beyond/), but: I'm passing the AZTR torch over to John Schilling.Everything is good hands with him. Trackleaders will be on board, too. I hope to sit down and write some thoughts on the history of the race and what it's meant to us all, hopefully before start. Crazy to think but it's only slightly over 3 months away! |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #61 on: January 12, 2019, 04:20:55 PM
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the tortoise
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« Reply #61 on: January 12, 2019, 04:20:55 PM » |
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So now I have to have my Lawyer sue John for al the pain and suffering you have put me through???!!!!  |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #62 on: January 12, 2019, 09:52:39 PM
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bmattingly
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« Reply #62 on: January 12, 2019, 09:52:39 PM » |
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Scott,
Hats off to you on the great job you have done with the rides. I have a wealth of good memories riding, suffering, and just being out there. Many cool people. The 300 has become much more rideable and easier to follow over time which is great. Did a 20 mile ride last weekend above Picketpost. Very sore the next day. Thanks for your vision, leadership and passion.
Brad
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #63 on: January 12, 2019, 11:43:29 PM
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Matteo Max Messina
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« Reply #63 on: January 12, 2019, 11:43:29 PM » |
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HI all,
I m Matteo from Italy (max massimo on Facebook) i’m going to ride the AZT 750 in 18 april!
Me and my friend Eriberto booked the flight yesterday...so start the cointdown boe!
Just a question (beethween many many question)...
Is there a risck to be not included in the list of the Grand depart? I read 74 Racers maximum....
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #64 on: January 13, 2019, 08:01:47 PM
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Adam Alphabet
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« Reply #64 on: January 13, 2019, 08:01:47 PM » |
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Thanks for posting this here. I made a quick announcement on my blog ( http://topofusion.com/diary/2019/01/08/arizona-trail-race-2019-and-beyond/), but: I'm passing the AZTR torch over to John Schilling.Everything is good hands with him. Trackleaders will be on board, too. I hope to sit down and write some thoughts on the history of the race and what it's meant to us all, hopefully before start. Crazy to think but it's only slightly over 3 months away! Scott, I'm sure your ears will be burning for many years to come with people out on course cursing you under their breath every April . Cycling the state of Arizona in one shot is truly one of the most spectacular cycling experience anyone can undertake. Thank You! for all your dedicated effort over the years. And no one better to hand the reins off to than John. All the best guys! |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #65 on: January 14, 2019, 05:13:33 AM
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aarond
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« Reply #65 on: January 14, 2019, 05:13:33 AM » |
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Is there a risck to be not included in the list of the Grand depart? I read 74 Racers maximum....
Watch this space for a signup link approximately one month before the start. There is a risk of missing the grand depart if it fills up fast. but people can start any other time they like as well, including a day before or a day after the grand depart. |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #66 on: January 14, 2019, 07:05:24 AM
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LandSharkBrian
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« Reply #66 on: January 14, 2019, 07:05:24 AM » |
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Thanks for such an amazing event Scott. John, you have some big shoes to fill. Lucky for all of us that you love AZT as much as you do. |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #67 on: January 14, 2019, 11:52:00 PM
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Matteo Max Messina
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« Reply #67 on: January 14, 2019, 11:52:00 PM » |
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Watch this space for a signup link approximately one month before the start. There is a risk of missing the grand depart if it fills up fast. but people can start any other time they like as well, including a day before or a day after the grand depart.
Thank you so much!!! |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #68 on: January 16, 2019, 07:09:21 AM
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Dylan Gonda
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« Reply #68 on: January 16, 2019, 07:09:21 AM » |
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I will be kicking off my Bikepacking Triple Crown record attempt with the AZT! Very excited to see y'all at the start. Shooting to finish in 7 days. I am writing about my training and experiences on my blog www.ramblingonbikes.weebly.com |
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Pain is the Purifier
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #69 on: January 16, 2019, 12:11:49 PM
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davew
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« Reply #69 on: January 16, 2019, 12:11:49 PM » |
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I will be kicking off my Bikepacking Triple Crown record attempt with the AZT! Very excited to see y'all at the start. Shooting to finish in 7 days. I am writing about my training and experiences on my blog www.ramblingonbikes.weebly.com 7 days? Good Luck. |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #70 on: January 17, 2019, 08:52:13 PM
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evdog
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« Reply #70 on: January 17, 2019, 08:52:13 PM » |
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I'm passing the AZTR torch over to John Schilling.
Very cool, Scott! Thanks for all the work you put in over the years. Everyone else, prepare to get Schilling'd! |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #71 on: January 18, 2019, 10:28:56 AM
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Jeff Z
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« Reply #71 on: January 18, 2019, 10:28:56 AM » |
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Very cool, Scott! Thanks for all the work you put in over the years. Everyone else, prepare to get Schilling'd! So, without Scott as a filter, there is no one to stop John's crazy ideas. Though I will admit Jacob's Crosscut isn't THAT bad. |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #72 on: January 18, 2019, 12:45:35 PM
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Brian McEntire
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« Reply #72 on: January 18, 2019, 12:45:35 PM » |
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90 days from today folks! It will be here before we know it.
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #73 on: January 19, 2019, 02:31:45 PM
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pokerface
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« Reply #73 on: January 19, 2019, 02:31:45 PM » |
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Hello,
Is anyone willing to lend their Spot for someone joining the Mass start? I have an Inreach and don't want to buy another locator unit. Or can trackleaders rent one specifically just for this race?
Sorry if this has been asked before.
Thanks.
D
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #74 on: January 19, 2019, 03:00:17 PM
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AZTtripper
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« Reply #74 on: January 19, 2019, 03:00:17 PM » |
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Trackleaders rents them.
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #75 on: January 19, 2019, 03:13:16 PM
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pokerface
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« Reply #75 on: January 19, 2019, 03:13:16 PM » |
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Trackleaders rents them.
Thanks good to know. I'll check their website for pricing. D |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #76 on: January 19, 2019, 05:07:05 PM
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« Reply #76 on: January 19, 2019, 05:07:05 PM » |
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I think trackleaders supports inReach - they didn’t always but there is an option when you go to the signup page to use your inReach public url. Maybe Scott can confirm.
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #77 on: January 19, 2019, 05:32:40 PM
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pokerface
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« Reply #77 on: January 19, 2019, 05:32:40 PM » |
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I'm planning my logistics pre and post race. Looks like riders from out of the country(like me) are in a bind in terms of how to get in and around AZ especially without knowing anyone. I'm trying to figure out where can I stash my stuff like clothes that I'll be wearing pre and post race.
How do you people go around with this? I can of course haul everything up of course but truly not ideal.
Grateful for any tips.
D
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #78 on: January 19, 2019, 06:09:50 PM
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Adam Alphabet
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« Reply #78 on: January 19, 2019, 06:09:50 PM » |
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I'm planning my logistics pre and post race. Looks like riders from out of the country(like me) are in a bind in terms of how to get in and around AZ especially without knowing anyone. I'm trying to figure out where can I stash my stuff like clothes that I'll be wearing pre and post race.
How do you people go around with this? I can of course haul everything up of course but truly not ideal.
Grateful for any tips.
D
You planning on the 300 or 750? Knowing which event you're riding will make it easier to help with logistics. One method is to mail your belongings to yourself (to the nearest postoffice or a hotel if they're willing to receive it) before the start. |
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Topic Name: 2019 AZTR 300/750 Race Preparation and Planning Thread
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Reply #79 on: January 19, 2019, 06:20:50 PM
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pokerface
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« Reply #79 on: January 19, 2019, 06:20:50 PM » |
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This is my first dip into Long bikepacking race. As a rook, I my rational mind says start with something short. Then again, I don't want to fly all the way down to AZ from Yukon and just do a 3-4 bikepacking trip.
I'll make a decision by monday. OTOH, I don't think it makes much a difference right? Maybe the details will but planning it will still be the same. I was hoping someone will be there in the finish to hand me two Big Macs and an ice cold Canada Dry even if I finish at 2 in the morning.
Cheers,
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