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Reply #60 on: June 03, 2015, 03:16:06 PM
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DaveH
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« Reply #60 on: June 03, 2015, 03:16:06 PM » |
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In the event of rain, which sections of this route contain the most death-mud?
The part in Utah  Historically summer solstice is quite dry, so that's not likely to be an issue. Normally you can sit out a intermittent storm for an hour and the trail will dry, but a big widespread storm is a game ender. That's what I encountered the first year I attempted my Trans Utah route. Hence, no more October dates |
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #61 on: June 03, 2015, 03:18:44 PM
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DaveH
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« Reply #61 on: June 03, 2015, 03:18:44 PM » |
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I have word from Scott (who is traveling around the PNW) and he will setup a tracker for Dixie sometime in the next week. Once that is setup there should be a way to sign up for the SPOTs.
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #62 on: June 03, 2015, 04:29:31 PM
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mikedeber
Location: SLC
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« Reply #62 on: June 03, 2015, 04:29:31 PM » |
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Thanks for the onsite report Mike. How high did you get? (um elevation I mean) I think there is still some snow in the highest spots.
It was a mellow trip with a lady friend, we didn't get out on any of the "sporty" sections of the route. From White Point on Thunder Mountain we could see snow to the south that I would assume was Brian Head. |
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #63 on: June 05, 2015, 02:47:18 PM
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Woodland
Location: Bailey, CO
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« Reply #63 on: June 05, 2015, 02:47:18 PM » |
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How dependent on GPS do you need to be for this route (assuming you've never laid eyes on it)? I have the Nat'l Geo Trails illustrated maps to cover the route...but clearly I couldn't use those 100%. I have an old GPS rig that is slow to pan, zoom, load, etc...and chews through batteries.
Wondering if I should buy a new unit, or if I could get by with just referencing mine when needed (which is what I've done on the CT - but of course that route is pretty easy to follow) and not have it following the track all day long.
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #64 on: June 06, 2015, 02:53:21 PM
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DaveH
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« Reply #64 on: June 06, 2015, 02:53:21 PM » |
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GPS is definitely required. Without it you'd be out for a fun adventure...and spend a lot of time route finding.
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #65 on: June 10, 2015, 05:03:03 AM
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DaveH
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« Reply #65 on: June 10, 2015, 05:03:03 AM » |
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SPOT tracking is ON for Dixie. The Gen3 SPOTs are available but Scott asks that you return them asap after the event because they are needed at the Hardrock 100. http://trackleaders.com/dixie-signup |
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #66 on: June 10, 2015, 01:19:19 PM
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Woodland
Location: Bailey, CO
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« Reply #66 on: June 10, 2015, 01:19:19 PM » |
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One of my favorite things to do - sign up on trackleaders! I'm official.
Hey, one question: if you don't make it to Tod's in time, can you get water from the Sevier River where it crosses the route (after turning right off HWY 89 north of the store)?
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #67 on: June 10, 2015, 02:34:51 PM
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evdog
Location: San Diego
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« Reply #67 on: June 10, 2015, 02:34:51 PM » |
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Is the Delorme Inreach not supported for events like Dixie? Pretty sure Scott mentioned in a forum thread that they were, but do not see it on the signup form. (Or is there a further or alternate form to sign up for that?)
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #68 on: June 11, 2015, 05:49:24 AM
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DaveH
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« Reply #68 on: June 11, 2015, 05:49:24 AM » |
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Hey, one question: if you don't make it to Tod's in time, can you get water from the Sevier River where it crosses the route (after turning right off HWY 89 north of the store)?
You're in, cool! Yep, there is always water in the Sevier. I'd consider that a last resort option though. Erin reports a park water spigot in Bryce Woodlands which is about an hour (maybe less) past Tod's. Look back in this thread for the location. <cya>I have not seen it before, but haven't looked either</cya> |
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #69 on: June 11, 2015, 05:56:33 AM
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DaveH
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« Reply #69 on: June 11, 2015, 05:56:33 AM » |
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Is the Delorme Inreach not supported for events like Dixie? Pretty sure Scott mentioned in a forum thread that they were, but do not see it on the signup form. (Or is there a further or alternate form to sign up for that?)
Good question. I know they've connected them in the past but don't know anything about current support. Scott is the guy to answer that one, hit him directly at smorris at topofusion.com. FYI Bluedot only supports SPOT devices. |
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #70 on: June 11, 2015, 08:32:34 AM
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evdog
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« Reply #70 on: June 11, 2015, 08:32:34 AM » |
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Thanks Dave. Got an answer back from Scott already. He said - in the signup form, just fill in the 'mapshare' link instead of a spot share page link, ESN field not really needed so just fill in "1234" or whatever.
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #71 on: June 11, 2015, 09:23:15 AM
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bncrshr77
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« Reply #71 on: June 11, 2015, 09:23:15 AM » |
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7am has been mentioned a few times throughout this forum but I want to verify it's the correct start time.
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #72 on: June 11, 2015, 09:38:30 AM
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rick miller
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« Reply #72 on: June 11, 2015, 09:38:30 AM » |
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6 am would improve odds of getting to Tod's before closing, if anyone's interested.
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #73 on: June 11, 2015, 09:43:26 AM
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Shirey
Location: Frisco, CO
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« Reply #73 on: June 11, 2015, 09:43:26 AM » |
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6 am would improve odds of getting to Tod's before closing, if anyone's interested.
I want a double cheeseburger for dinner so I am down for this. |
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #74 on: June 11, 2015, 09:44:11 AM
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bncrshr77
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« Reply #74 on: June 11, 2015, 09:44:11 AM » |
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I was hoping for 6 as well.
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #75 on: June 11, 2015, 09:47:18 AM
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Soft Pedal
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« Reply #75 on: June 11, 2015, 09:47:18 AM » |
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I made Todds easily last year with the 7a start and I am not sure I am racing as I don't have a bike yet, it's on it's way, but 6 would improve odds
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #76 on: June 11, 2015, 11:20:24 AM
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Buttermilk
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« Reply #76 on: June 11, 2015, 11:20:24 AM » |
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Erin reports a park water spigot in Bryce Woodlands which is about an hour (maybe less) past Tod's. Look back in this thread for the location. <cya>I have not seen it before, but haven't looked either</cya>
I filled up here a couple years ago. Nice large park on the left and the spigot is right on the road. Not in this year but will watch the action. It is a fantastic route. |
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Up & down on dirt & snow
I've got all my eggs in one basket
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #77 on: June 11, 2015, 11:55:13 AM
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Woodland
Location: Bailey, CO
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« Reply #77 on: June 11, 2015, 11:55:13 AM » |
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Erin reports a park water spigot in Bryce Woodlands which is about an hour (maybe less) past Tod's. Look back in this thread for the location. <cya>I have not seen it before, but haven't looked either</cya>
I filled up here a couple years ago. Nice large park on the left and the spigot is right on the road.
Sweet - thanks for the intel |
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #78 on: June 11, 2015, 07:25:27 PM
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DaveH
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« Reply #78 on: June 11, 2015, 07:25:27 PM » |
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In regards to the start time, it is currently Friday June 19 7 am. extra redundancy so as to be clear....We can start at any time you like. My preference is to vote on the start time Thursday eve in camp just so those not following along here don't miss it.
How does that sound?
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Topic Name: Dixie 200 2015
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Reply #79 on: June 11, 2015, 07:27:50 PM
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bncrshr77
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« Reply #79 on: June 11, 2015, 07:27:50 PM » |
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Sounds like a plan to me.
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