 Topic Name: Cue Sheets
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on: February 07, 2019, 09:53:25 AM
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Harley431010
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« on: February 07, 2019, 09:53:25 AM » |
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I have entered the Iowa Wind and Rock Race in April. It is gravel race of 340 miles in 34 hours or less and navigation is only by cue sheet. GPS navigation is not allowed. I'm looking for advice on how you follow the cue sheets efficiently and effectively to stay on course, especially as you get tired and it gets dark. I know how to read cue sheets, but haven't used them in a race before. Do you focus on distance to next turn, total distance covered? Any other thoughts?
Thanks.
JR
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Topic Name: Cue Sheets
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Reply #1 on: February 08, 2019, 06:04:25 AM
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sfuller
Location: Central Iowa
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« Reply #1 on: February 08, 2019, 06:04:25 AM » |
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Personally, I concentrate on the distance between turns to keep my brain awake, but I also pay attention to the odometer readings, which may be off if you've gone off course. I usually run a small standard cycling computer in conjunction with a GPS to track mileage (belt and suspenders). A headlamp is useful for reading cues at night. Make sure you have something to keep your cues dry and well attached to your bike.
Some RDs will reset the cuesheet mileage to zero once you've reached a checkpoint, so you can reset your computer to 0 and remove any inconsistencies at a couple of points during the race. We will be doing that for Wind and Rock as well.
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Topic Name: Cue Sheets
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Reply #2 on: February 28, 2019, 01:40:46 PM
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Brian McEntire
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« Reply #2 on: February 28, 2019, 01:40:46 PM » |
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+1 on Steve's post. For TI, I used a cheap wired computer, resetting it at CP's. As the ride wore on and my mileage got off, I would reset at corners occasionally and do the math...keeps the brain engaged. Guitar Ted's cues were impeccable, making it a breeze for nav. Seeing as IW&R is closely connected, I would assume the same thought and care will go into their cues.
Three suggestions:
1- The Banjo Brothers cue holder suggested by Guitar Ted was great for the cues. Not sure if it is still available or not. Check their website.
2- Obviously protect your cues. They are your means to the end.
3- Don't get too caught up following the pack. It is nice to have other's around for the company, but the pack mentality can make lemmings out of folks. I had no navigation problems, but I passed a group debating over which way to go. In the end, a guy I know went with a group at that point because he thought they knew where they were going. They did not. Be meticulous and trust your gut.
Best of luck on your ride!!!
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