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Reply #720 on: June 23, 2015, 06:20:29 AM
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danwiz
Location: Highlands Ranch CO
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« Reply #720 on: June 23, 2015, 06:20:29 AM » |
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Neil Beltchenko has a vid of his setup over on bikepackersmagazine.com
And fyi, he has a Strava account with some pics.
May be a rookie, but safe to say he's seen some of the terrain...
and he also has the extremely valuable insight and guidance of a certain Jefe Branham.....these two guys and their bikepacking efforts and insight are highly dangerous (in a good way).... |
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Topic Name: Tour Divide 2015 - race discussion thread
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Reply #721 on: June 23, 2015, 06:24:42 AM
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TooSlow
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« Reply #721 on: June 23, 2015, 06:24:42 AM » |
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I'm digging the lead pack dynamics. Alex Harris (6th) is only 70 miles back from Jay Petervary.... then no one for over 250 miles. All six are ahead of Jay's previous record. Neil keeps closing the gap with Jay... then Jay pulls away.
Props to all these tough as nails competitors.
Props to everyone still riding. Keep on keepin' on, Jim Trumpey.
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Reply #722 on: June 23, 2015, 06:32:46 AM
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bikeny
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« Reply #722 on: June 23, 2015, 06:32:46 AM » |
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Lael Wilcox has moved into the top 10 overall! Very impressive ride after some rough days early on. She is about 100 miles ahead of the Women's record.
Another interesting tidbit: Neil B. has a short review of the Salsa Cutthroat on bikepackersmagazine.com!
Very impressive riding going on out there this year, I'm loving following it.
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Reply #723 on: June 23, 2015, 07:36:37 AM
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Cosmo K
Location: Baltimore, MD
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« Reply #723 on: June 23, 2015, 07:36:37 AM » |
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JayP hasn't moved in 45 minutes (10:36 EST). I hope that's a signal error.
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Reply #724 on: June 23, 2015, 07:43:34 AM
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Cosmo K
Location: Baltimore, MD
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« Reply #724 on: June 23, 2015, 07:43:34 AM » |
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Yup...must have been a glitch. These guys are really battling it out. This is going to be really exciting to watch!
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Reply #725 on: June 23, 2015, 07:52:50 AM
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gringo
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« Reply #725 on: June 23, 2015, 07:52:50 AM » |
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I really hope age and treachery win this one! but either way, these guys are putting on quite a race.
I would say that any of the top 6 could probably pursue a road career if they wanted to make some money, what they are doing is not normal.
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Reply #726 on: June 23, 2015, 07:56:32 AM
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Phaskins
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« Reply #726 on: June 23, 2015, 07:56:32 AM » |
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Reply #727 on: June 23, 2015, 08:03:54 AM
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Bluechip
Location: Cypress, TX
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« Reply #727 on: June 23, 2015, 08:03:54 AM » |
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Looks like Jay and Neil are together and getting something to eat.
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Reply #728 on: June 23, 2015, 08:16:14 AM
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JRA
Location: California
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« Reply #728 on: June 23, 2015, 08:16:14 AM » |
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Looks like Jay and Neil are together and getting something to eat.
I noticed that. I wonder who's buying? |
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I don't know what the question is - but the answer is: Lubrication!
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Reply #729 on: June 23, 2015, 08:34:15 AM
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Snarkley
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« Reply #729 on: June 23, 2015, 08:34:15 AM » |
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They do look to be in a neutral zone. Hey, if this comes down to these two going at it, I could see them dumping gear to lighten up. Interesting thought.
Loving this forum!
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Reply #730 on: June 23, 2015, 09:09:07 AM
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Majcolo
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« Reply #730 on: June 23, 2015, 09:09:07 AM » |
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I wonder how much sleep the leaders have been getting - they look a lot less wasted than the leaders of years past.
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Reply #731 on: June 23, 2015, 09:12:51 AM
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JRA
Location: California
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« Reply #731 on: June 23, 2015, 09:12:51 AM » |
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If this keeps up they're going to need a camera for a photo finish.
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I don't know what the question is - but the answer is: Lubrication!
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Reply #732 on: June 23, 2015, 09:17:36 AM
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Ron Thomson
Location: Sequim, WA
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« Reply #732 on: June 23, 2015, 09:17:36 AM » |
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I noticed that. I wonder who's buying?
Being that t is Jay's birthday maybe Neil has a little surprise for him |
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Reply #733 on: June 23, 2015, 09:19:39 AM
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bigfork
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« Reply #733 on: June 23, 2015, 09:19:39 AM » |
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This build up makes a pretty good case for building a velodrome in Antelope Wells!
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Reply #734 on: June 23, 2015, 09:24:28 AM
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Reply #735 on: June 23, 2015, 09:45:26 AM
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Hurtin Albertan
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« Reply #735 on: June 23, 2015, 09:45:26 AM » |
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Please note this not intended to take anything away from Neil B. and his unbelievable efforts...keeping Jay within his sights this far into it. Much respect for Neil and his ability - he's certainly making this an exciting race. However, considering the absolute brilliant marketing move by Salsa to unveil a new TD-bred whip on the eve of this year's event, along with JayP piloting it, I'm convinced Jay will prevail if he stays healthy and the Cutthroat continues to perform without any growing pains. Can't say I would've done it any differently (introduction of the Cutthroat).  Mind-blowing performance by everyone in this race so far. |
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Reply #736 on: June 23, 2015, 09:46:53 AM
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Reply #737 on: June 23, 2015, 09:59:28 AM
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JRA
Location: California
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« Reply #737 on: June 23, 2015, 09:59:28 AM » |
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I'm not usually glued to Trackleaders, but this is like watching Froome and Contador slug it out.
Awesome show!
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I don't know what the question is - but the answer is: Lubrication!
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Reply #738 on: June 23, 2015, 10:04:03 AM
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Jgrooms
Location: KC
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« Reply #738 on: June 23, 2015, 10:04:03 AM » |
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So for those that have done it, how much does knowing the course help in the last 3rd?
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Reply #739 on: June 23, 2015, 10:25:55 AM
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