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Reply #20 on: January 12, 2017, 03:46:59 PM
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RunRig
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« Reply #20 on: January 12, 2017, 03:46:59 PM » |
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Am I right in my estimation...assuming that considering the unit costs around $150 (or maybe $120 or so), and then there is a $150/year subscription, and then $15 to add it to the map...I would probably just rent it for now (assuming it's anywhere near around the same cost as last year).
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Topic Name: Tour de los Padres 2017
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Reply #21 on: January 12, 2017, 04:02:12 PM
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Marin Sigurdson
Location: Santa Barbara
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« Reply #21 on: January 12, 2017, 04:02:12 PM » |
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Don't buy a spot until you look into the Delorme (now Garmin) InReach. Way more functional, in my opiniion, with 2-way texting. (Of course the race requires a SPOT, so I'd just go with the rental for that.)
Marin
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Topic Name: Tour de los Padres 2017
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Reply #22 on: January 13, 2017, 08:20:34 AM
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TCBTCB
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« Reply #22 on: January 13, 2017, 08:20:34 AM » |
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I vote March 24th or March 31st.
I have to teach the following two weekends.... and would have to be a late bloomer.
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Topic Name: Tour de los Padres 2017
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Reply #23 on: January 13, 2017, 09:15:02 AM
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ec_duz_it
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« Reply #23 on: January 13, 2017, 09:15:02 AM » |
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Just FYI, I am pretty sure Trackleaders supports DeLorme devices.
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Topic Name: Tour de los Padres 2017
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Reply #24 on: January 13, 2017, 10:57:06 AM
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RunRig
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« Reply #24 on: January 13, 2017, 10:57:06 AM » |
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 Don't buy a spot until you look into the Delorme (now Garmin) InReach. Way more functional, in my opiniion, with 2-way texting. (Of course the race requires a SPOT, so I'd just go with the rental for that.)
Marin
Thanks...After 5 minutes of extensive research , I will probably eventually buy an InReach, but will rent for now if I do this event. According to this thread: http://www.bikepacking.net/forum/question-and-answer/spot-vs-inreach/, TL does support InReach although it rents SPOT units...good to know.
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Reply #25 on: January 13, 2017, 01:21:53 PM
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sulkyjunior
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« Reply #25 on: January 13, 2017, 01:21:53 PM » |
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I'm in for any of the dates  , but will need to know by early Feb which date we're planning. |
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Reply #26 on: January 27, 2017, 08:27:07 AM
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ec_duz_it
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« Reply #26 on: January 27, 2017, 08:27:07 AM » |
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Date/ time is finally locked in. Friday April 14th, 7:30 am, Big Johns Cafe. Get your taxes done ahead of time!
Photo from Mt. Pinos 2 weeks ago before the big storm came and dumped 3 more feet of powder!
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Reply #27 on: January 27, 2017, 11:29:26 AM
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hikeabike
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« Reply #27 on: January 27, 2017, 11:29:26 AM » |
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Gorgeous!! I am going to do my best to make it happen. I better go put in some miles this afternoon.
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Topic Name: Tour de los Padres 2017
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Reply #28 on: February 16, 2017, 03:20:54 PM
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RunRig
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« Reply #28 on: February 16, 2017, 03:20:54 PM » |
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Looks like the 14th works for me (& son). Just need to find out how and when to rent the tracker...and hope the weather allows.
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Reply #29 on: February 16, 2017, 04:51:06 PM
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ec_duz_it
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« Reply #29 on: February 16, 2017, 04:51:06 PM » |
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Trackleaders sign up and SPOT rental links will be up here around 2 weeks prior +/- April 1st. I will also get a take head count for the shuttle around that time.
Did a one nighter out to to the hot springs a few weeks ago. The Rey Fire burn area along Camuesa Road between Little Caliente Hot Springs and Little Pine Mountain saw some pretty significant erosion damage as a result of the fire. Might re-route the tour route there to follow the proper route instead for this year. Camuesa Connector Trail is still holding up though. I have never seen so much water, every little stream is flowing right now. When we crossed the Santa Ynez river, water depth was about 3 feet.
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Reply #30 on: February 21, 2017, 12:24:58 PM
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RunRig
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« Reply #30 on: February 21, 2017, 12:24:58 PM » |
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I was hoping to go about 30-40 miles a day, it looks like the Proper route doesn't have camping options as close to the end as the Tour route :-( The last camp I see listed on the proper route is Bluff camp (not shown on the tour route for some reason), although on the USGS overlay it lists a couple more further along ("The Pines" and then "Hidden Potrero"...am I missing any?).
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Reply #31 on: February 21, 2017, 03:46:15 PM
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ec_duz_it
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« Reply #31 on: February 21, 2017, 03:46:15 PM » |
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Good point about camping spots. If the tour route is done at a 2 night / 3 day pace then the ideal campground for the last night is Mono Camp right near Little Caliente Hot Springs. The tour route will remain as is for now. The HAB through the eroded sections of Camuesa road are not necessarily the most fun, but they are totally passable if you get off the bike and walk a little. I might ride that section one more time before April.
"The Pines" Campground has not really existed since before the Zaca Fire. Hidden Potrero is still there, but it got scorched in the Rey Fire. But one could still camp there if you wanted to.
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Reply #32 on: February 21, 2017, 04:38:00 PM
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RunRig
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« Reply #32 on: February 21, 2017, 04:38:00 PM » |
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A bit of HAB is cool. I'm actually aiming for 3 nights (& allowing for 4), Toad Springs the first night (about the only option at 30-40 miles/day...the next camp isn't until SB Potrero/Oak springs), probably Mono the last night (& visit the springs), and then somewhere in between before that.
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Reply #33 on: February 26, 2017, 10:18:40 AM
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TimWilder
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« Reply #33 on: February 26, 2017, 10:18:40 AM » |
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Hey Folks,
New to this event and thread, but an old hat when is comes to backpacking and bikecamping in the Los Padres. A group of 6 of us are planning to do the TDLP this year. We are hoping to start Saturday April 8th - 11th to avoid missing Easter with our families. Can we still be considered for the race assuming we all use a spot and not deviate from the short course?
Thank!
Tim
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Reply #34 on: February 26, 2017, 04:04:35 PM
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ec_duz_it
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« Reply #34 on: February 26, 2017, 04:04:35 PM » |
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Tim, I will ask Trackleaders to get the map set up, and the online registration set up before you all head out. You all of course will be counted as finishers if you all use a spot, get on the map, and finish Let me know if anyone needs a rental spot. That takes at least a week notice. |
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Reply #35 on: February 27, 2017, 08:40:31 AM
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TimWilder
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« Reply #35 on: February 27, 2017, 08:40:31 AM » |
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That's GREAT news! We will need to rent 5 spot devices. Our sixth member has a Delorme which should work... Can't wait for this adventure!!!!!  |
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Topic Name: Tour de los Padres 2017
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Reply #36 on: March 09, 2017, 11:01:18 AM
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Marin Sigurdson
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« Reply #36 on: March 09, 2017, 11:01:18 AM » |
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Hi Erin - I'm planning on doing the TDLP official route this year at the regular start time. (I'll be on vacation around April 1 when you poll. Sign me up for the taxi also.)
I think I'm going to try meet up with my husband & daughter at Rock Front on night 2 (I did some calculations & I'm pretty sure I won't be able to make it to Miranda Pines that night). I'm not sure what would trigger a DNF (water? steak dinner? sleeping in a motorhome? Drop bag?) But it might be worth it :) He can offer this to other riders also (except the sleeping part) but would have to work out timing details - that is, he'd probably be limited to mid-day Sat to Sun afternoon. Which is Easter, wow. That calls for a big Easter breakfast.
Best,
Marin
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Reply #37 on: March 09, 2017, 12:15:08 PM
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ec_duz_it
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« Reply #37 on: March 09, 2017, 12:15:08 PM » |
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To be counted as a finisher please carry everything you need, and/ or stop for support only from the stores and restaurants that you will pass by on the first day (in Pine Mountain Club and Ventucopa).
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Reply #38 on: March 09, 2017, 02:06:33 PM
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Marin Sigurdson
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« Reply #38 on: March 09, 2017, 02:06:33 PM » |
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Got it Erin thanks for clarifying.
Marin
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Reply #39 on: March 23, 2017, 03:32:36 PM
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ec_duz_it
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« Reply #39 on: March 23, 2017, 03:32:36 PM » |
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TimWilder, I will get the Trackleaders sign up ready by early next week for you and your friend's April 7th departure. SPOTs usually take about 1 week to arrive, so plan to sign up by next Wed. or so if you need rental SPOTs.
There is definitely some erosion damage in various areas from the huge storm we got a month ago along various sections of the route. Here is a wash out on Santa Barbara Canyon Road (tour route).
I rode various trails and roads from Colson Canyon Road (near Sisquoc) to Miranda Pines Camp and back several weeks ago. Not too much erosion in that part of the forest, but LOTS of wet stream crossings down low.
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