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Reply #1760 on: June 26, 2012, 03:16:56 PM
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cobbnat
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That Muni (mountain unicycle) is a singlespeeder from the looks of it. No need to adapt the two speed crank, they make a two speed unicycle hub so you just need to build up a wheel with one and bingo.
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Reply #1761 on: June 26, 2012, 03:19:53 PM
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Greenwheels
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I am reading about the Great Divide from ireland. Overwhelmed by the extremes participants have to entire. Would love to do it some time!!! The forum is brilliant and I have downloaded the pod cats which i listen to on my daily cycles.. Keep it coming!
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Reply #1762 on: June 26, 2012, 03:20:55 PM
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lkmeissner
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« Reply #1762 on: June 26, 2012, 03:20:55 PM » |
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Anyone know why Dave Meissner is backtracking? Looks like he has gone back over his tracks about 10 miles so far and still going.
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Reply #1763 on: June 26, 2012, 03:28:50 PM
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mgasman
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« Reply #1763 on: June 26, 2012, 03:28:50 PM » |
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That Muni (mountain unicycle) is a singlespeeder from the looks of it. No need to adapt the two speed crank, they make a two speed unicycle hub so you just need to build up a wheel with one and bingo. http://www.schlumpf.ch/hp/uni/uni_engl.htmHonest, I did think of it independently. But this company has it covered. Amazing stuff. |
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Reply #1764 on: June 26, 2012, 03:37:52 PM
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DenisVTT
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« Reply #1764 on: June 26, 2012, 03:37:52 PM » |
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Anyone know why Dave Meissner is backtracking? Looks like he has gone back over his tracks about 10 miles so far and still going.
I don't know, but it's not a great spot to backtrack. Not sure exactly where it starts, but one of the toughest climbs of the ride is right where he is now. It's loose lava sand or something on a steep incline. I would hate to have to do it twice. Have to have a good reason. |
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Reply #1765 on: June 26, 2012, 04:20:33 PM
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Reply #1766 on: June 26, 2012, 05:38:41 PM
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kucebags
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« Reply #1766 on: June 26, 2012, 05:38:41 PM » |
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Hey fans,
Cjell arrived in Banff at 4:20 and was met with a warm embrace from his dad which was still a surprise to him. I took a few photos for him and his dad and will post shortly but promptly came back to the shop to get out of the 8c and rain. Cjell, dad and i snapped a couple of beers and a buffet of food dad brought down to celebrate with.
Cjell is a trooper, very humble and mentioned he looks forward to not being on the saddle tomorrow and not waking up at 4:30am.
To the rest of the riders godspeed, stay awesome out there.
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Reply #1767 on: June 26, 2012, 05:52:10 PM
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bikingbakke
Location: Calgary, Alberta
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« Reply #1767 on: June 26, 2012, 05:52:10 PM » |
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that's fantastic, congrats! looking forward to the photos.
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Reply #1768 on: June 26, 2012, 06:02:09 PM
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Thumby
Tell me, where is this mythical convenience store?
Location: McKinney TX
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« Reply #1768 on: June 26, 2012, 06:02:09 PM » |
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WTG Cjell! For fans of the 2011 snowpocalypse, our 2nd place female Tori Fahey is out on the route again, promising to up the fun factor for ride #2. Anyone have first hand knowledge of fellow Texan Billy Rice? He hasn't called in lately but is dutifully chuggin' along, putting in what look like some long solo efforts lately.  Esther looks to have not been slowed down much in the CDT alt, she's flying still with many hours in the saddle. WOW! |
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Tour Divide 2011 GD
I live on a big round ball, I never do dream I may fall.
And even if one day I do, I'll jump off and smile back at you. -Jesse Winchester
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Reply #1769 on: June 26, 2012, 06:24:49 PM
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suezim
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« Reply #1769 on: June 26, 2012, 06:24:49 PM » |
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I just talked to Cjell and he was in great spirits and glad to be done. He loved the surprise of his dad meeting him at the finish line. Shocked would be more like it!! It was a little outside his comfort zone, a trip on the spur of the moment.
Cjell said he is glad to know he isn't getting up at 4:30 tomorrow morning and getting back on his bike.
He did say how beautiful the trail was coming into Banff. Lots of wildlife. He said he was cold and miserable and then a bald eagle flew in front on him. Beautiful. Life was great. How could it get better than that!!
Kucebags - the bike shop guy in Banff - He said you were great and enjoyed going back to the bike shop and shooting the breeze.
I'm so glad he is well and safe and had a good race.
YEA Cjell!!!!!!!!!!
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Reply #1770 on: June 26, 2012, 06:38:36 PM
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daleorth
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« Reply #1770 on: June 26, 2012, 06:38:36 PM » |
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Looks like Jarral might finish before dark after all. Making good time. 17 miles to go!
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Reply #1771 on: June 26, 2012, 06:46:06 PM
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sdrffpp
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« Reply #1771 on: June 26, 2012, 06:46:06 PM » |
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Marco is a veteran with a ride of 19 days (last year?), this year he is taking it easy, riding along with Elena. I would love to hear his thoughts on the tow different styles of riding. Also if he misses not being in the "race" this year.
So, are they in the race? Will they be ranked if they're riding the whole route together? |
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Reply #1772 on: June 26, 2012, 07:01:53 PM
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northofbeyond
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« Reply #1772 on: June 26, 2012, 07:01:53 PM » |
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And yes...no helmet. No idea why! Probably because of the weight. He's never worn a helmet touring. I mentioned something when I saw him on his ride through Frisco, CO. He said he should have had one during the NM stretch, for sure.
Congratulations Cjell!!! Truly an unbelievable experience and a ride of a lifetime.
According to the rules (as I read them), family and friends are prohibited from visiting with riders along the course -- am I wrong? I'm planning to ride the TD next year and I'm trying to get my mind around the rules. |
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Reply #1773 on: June 26, 2012, 07:07:11 PM
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KRyter
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Reply #1774 on: June 26, 2012, 07:18:21 PM
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fahrenbd
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« Reply #1774 on: June 26, 2012, 07:18:21 PM » |
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Congratulations to all the new finishers, and to Cjell how awesome is that to be surprised by your dad. What a great story he added to the whole adventure, all without a helmet. As a mom, I have to say that is a little scary but what freedom there is in riding without one Good luck to all the riders still riding and it is still fun to watch everyone as they come in one by one!! Thanks to everyone who is still posting pictures and writing in about the riders. Our son< Tyson has his new tracker working so we can follow him again and that makes it more fun for us here at home. He is doing so awesome and seems to get stronger everyday!! Way to go Ty, ride your ride and have fun, Diana |
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Reply #1775 on: June 26, 2012, 07:31:50 PM
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howrad
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« Reply #1775 on: June 26, 2012, 07:31:50 PM » |
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Cjell arrived in Banff at 4:20
Hah, too funny! 4:20.  Helluva ride, helluva unique TDR setup! Super excited to read Cjell's writeup on the race. Will his race status automatically change from "Active"? His Spot didn't record any points for the last few miles. |
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Reply #1776 on: June 26, 2012, 07:36:10 PM
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ThatDudeOnABike
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« Reply #1776 on: June 26, 2012, 07:36:10 PM » |
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I am so utterly proud and humbled to say you're my brother, Jarral. You're the best.
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Reply #1777 on: June 26, 2012, 07:38:09 PM
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lmc81224
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« Reply #1777 on: June 26, 2012, 07:38:09 PM » |
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GREAT RIDE Jarral!! Congrats and way to take on the challenge...
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Reply #1778 on: June 26, 2012, 07:41:51 PM
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daleorth
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« Reply #1778 on: June 26, 2012, 07:41:51 PM » |
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Congratulations, Jarral. Well ridden and you kept the blood sugar level in the right range the whole way!
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Reply #1779 on: June 26, 2012, 07:42:47 PM
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KRyter
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« Reply #1779 on: June 26, 2012, 07:42:47 PM » |
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Jarral has crossed the finish line! It is nice to see his spot tracker bouncing!
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