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Reply #400 on: April 11, 2016, 07:49:36 PM
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worntreads
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Man, well I'm hoping my bike makes it into the shop in time apparently two day shipping means four! (Sent it out Friday evening end fedex says arrive by end of day Thursday).
Anyone doing a late run to the start from Tucson if my bike doesn't make it in time? My current plan is a one way car rental weds to Thurs then ride to the start Thursday night and camp out.
Man I hate getting to the start of and finish of races, but otherwise I'm overwhelmingly excited!
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Reply #401 on: April 11, 2016, 10:09:06 PM
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sosborne99
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« Reply #401 on: April 11, 2016, 10:09:06 PM » |
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I can help you if needed.
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Reply #402 on: April 12, 2016, 08:03:19 AM
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krefs
Location: Prescott, AZ
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« Reply #402 on: April 12, 2016, 08:03:19 AM » |
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Oh, I clearly need to look at this on a map again as my mental image was way off. Thanks for clarifying, John!
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Reply #403 on: April 12, 2016, 08:12:26 AM
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geekonabike
Location: RedNeck Alps (White Mtns, AZ)
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« Reply #403 on: April 12, 2016, 08:12:26 AM » |
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John, how much longer do you figure that trail section to Gold Canyon takes? I wonder if folks realize that there's not water available between the Gila River and the stores as you near Gold Canyon...that's a fairly long haul even taking the road! And obviously, taking water from anyone at Picketpost wouldn't be fair...
There was water at the windmill by the Hwy exit to the PicketPost trailhead last month. Of course that need some breeze, still you could likely filter a puddle there. If not head over to the Arboretum a couple of miles east. Arboretum's outside water isn't potable inside hours are limited. |
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What don't Kill You, only makes You Smell Stronger
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Reply #404 on: April 12, 2016, 11:02:12 AM
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rick miller
Location: Golden, CO
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« Reply #404 on: April 12, 2016, 11:02:12 AM » |
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Hey Kurt, remember there is resupply in Queen Valley ...
which was closed when I came through last year about 11 pm - bit of a downer |
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Reply #405 on: April 12, 2016, 02:19:49 PM
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schillingsworth
DFL>DNF>DNS
Location: Queen Creek, AZ
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« Reply #405 on: April 12, 2016, 02:19:49 PM » |
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which was closed when I came through last year about 11 pm - bit of a downer
Bummer. I believe the convenience store hours are 7a - 8p most nights. They close early on Sunday, but I doubt anyone would be there that day. There's also a cafe next door if you want an actual meal, similar hours - I think they open at 8a. |
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Reply #406 on: April 12, 2016, 04:24:07 PM
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taprider
Location: North Vancouver
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« Reply #406 on: April 12, 2016, 04:24:07 PM » |
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How much thorns and sharp rock north of Payson?
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Reply #407 on: April 12, 2016, 07:44:14 PM
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sosborne99
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« Reply #407 on: April 12, 2016, 07:44:14 PM » |
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Is anyone still needing to get back from Picket Post to Parker lake. I usually post this much earlier, but my truck just had its front end replaced and is much better now. If so PM me and we'll get back to you. I also can do Sierra Vista to the border either in the afternoon or evening before, or first thing in the morning on Friday.
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Reply #408 on: April 12, 2016, 11:29:41 PM
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schillingsworth
DFL>DNF>DNS
Location: Queen Creek, AZ
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« Reply #408 on: April 12, 2016, 11:29:41 PM » |
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How much thorns and sharp rock north of Payson?
The cacti definitely diminishes a lot, but there are still plenty of rocky areas just a bit more spread out. |
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Reply #409 on: April 13, 2016, 08:05:21 AM
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Yogi the Barry
Location: Land of Detachment
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« Reply #409 on: April 13, 2016, 08:05:21 AM » |
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RE: Inspiration!
I was checking the Trackleaders.com roster, to see if anyone else from lowly New Mexico was signed up. I'm the only New Mexican? Pretty cool to zoom out on Scott's world map and see the spread across the US. And someone from Europe, Australia, etc. signed up. Even noticed a Lone Star rider from Corpus Christi. We'll be heading down to Corpus in a couple weeks to chase wind [kiteboard/windsurf]. I clicked the bio for this Tejano and was inspired by Derrick Perrin's survivor story. He's not alone. Probably everyone signed-up has an inspirational story of sorts...
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Reply #410 on: April 13, 2016, 09:00:40 AM
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HomeGrownMTB
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« Reply #410 on: April 13, 2016, 09:00:40 AM » |
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We had a last minute cancel and so now have room for one more! Option 1- We can pick you up at the Picket Post Trail head(Superior)Thursday. Option 2- Pick you up in Tucson Thursday. Both options get you dropped off Thursday night at one of the two starting locations. Price is $90 for option 1 and $45 for option 2. Spread the word and leave the driving to us!! Happy to answer any other questions offline if needed. 52zero 23svn zero one two niner Cheers!
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Reply #411 on: April 13, 2016, 09:23:53 AM
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Guild44
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« Reply #411 on: April 13, 2016, 09:23:53 AM » |
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If you're staying near the Travelodge in Sierra Vista and need a ride to the start of the 750, let me know! My dad is driving me from there, and we have one extra space on my hitch rack. I think we're planning to get to the start at about 6:30 am (so, leaving at around 5 am, Friday morning) ... . PM me for my phone number, if you're interested.
See you out there!
Sarah
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Reply #412 on: April 13, 2016, 07:42:19 PM
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Flagster
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« Reply #412 on: April 13, 2016, 07:42:19 PM » |
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Hopefully a few folks will be out at the start of the 750 on Th night...
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Reply #413 on: April 13, 2016, 08:13:32 PM
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iambarnard
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« Reply #413 on: April 13, 2016, 08:13:32 PM » |
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Hopefully a few folks will be out at the start of the 750 on Th night...
The shuttle from Tucson drops us off at 7 pm. |
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Reply #414 on: April 14, 2016, 09:34:44 AM
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mikepro
Location: Bend, OR
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« Reply #414 on: April 14, 2016, 09:34:44 AM » |
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Hopefully a few folks will be out at the start of the 750 on Th night...
Yeah, you wont be alone ... gonna be a party with all your new bikepacking friends! |
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Reply #415 on: April 14, 2016, 10:47:19 AM
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Shirey
Location: Frisco, CO
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« Reply #415 on: April 14, 2016, 10:47:19 AM » |
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Stout field! This is gonna be fun to watch!
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Reply #416 on: April 14, 2016, 11:08:04 AM
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xcracer
Location: Tucson, AZ
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« Reply #416 on: April 14, 2016, 11:08:04 AM » |
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I rode up catalina hwy yesterday, there is puddles in the creek parallel to the road in bear canyon.
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Reply #417 on: April 16, 2016, 06:13:48 PM
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Topic Name: 2016 Arizona Trail Race AZTR planning thread
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Reply #418 on: April 22, 2016, 07:15:13 AM
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Lee Blackwell
Location: Tubac, Arizona Leadville, Colorado
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« Reply #418 on: April 22, 2016, 07:15:13 AM » |
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Is anyone going to the Utah line who could give Maurizio Doro a ride to Las Vegas when he finishes? He is moving fast and will likely be there on Monday.
Lee
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Reply #419 on: June 15, 2016, 06:27:25 AM
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