The Traverse!

[KonaDupee]

Once my school district makes a final decision on the date of a certain training seminar that I must attend, I'll be able to register (assuming spots are still open).

I am so upset at myself for not signing up for VQ/CC, that I WILL NOT miss this one--if at all possible.

Gene, I'm looking forward to the training rides!!!! If there are training rideS (plural), I will bring the gearie out for one and the SS out for another so I can get a good gauge on what to use for the day of the event.

Thanks for all the time you put in to keep us informed, Gene.

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by xhuskr

this was the same as last year, but there was water and Cytomax and four corners.....that is NOT happening this year?

The fact that it was the first one and held in June in the middle of a heat wave, the WS bent the rules a little. This year was moved up to May, so I wouldn't expect it be as supported as last year. Of course there will be water at each check point as last year, but that was just for emergencies. The idea was to "Traverse" The Main Divide "unsupprted". I'll find out and post the updates here.

Originally Posted by bighit8

Add me to the list Gene.Please

Originally Posted by Pho'dUp

Gene put me on the list too! I'm on the fence but I'd like to come out and train either way. C

Originally Posted by Waldo

+1 more. I'm thinking about taking a shot at the Traverse Sufferfest, but at the very least I'd be down for some training rides. And you know I'm a natural born sweep rider - I can't go any faster!

I will add you guys to my training list. Get ready to suffer .

Originally Posted by KonaDupee

I am so upset at myself for not signing up for VQ/CC, that I WILL NOT miss this one--if at all possible.

Gene, I'm looking forward to the training rides!!!! If there are training rideS (plural), I will bring the gearie out for one and the SS out for another so I can get a good gauge on what to use for the day of the event.

Thanks for all the time you put in to keep us informed, Gene.

Danny, bring the geared and see how tough the climbs will be. Like some that found out on the VQ/CC, don't bite off more than you can chew. I would also sign up now because you could wind up sitting this one out as well if you wait. I added you as well.

[Sebastian]

Genusmtbkr5 - I emailed you about joining a training ride when you do. Thanks for offering that...

[OMR]

How are the knees today?

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by OMR

How are the knees today?

Knees are ok today, It's during the rides and especially the day afterwards is when it really hurts. Sunday, I couldn't walk without limping. I am going to have them looked at. My whole body ached the last few days. The VQ is tough and I will do it again next year . I know with good knees, I can shave at least an hour. Thanks OMR

[Cowgirl]

There are only ten spots left in the registration for the Traverse....go to ACTIVE.Com now if you want to get it...we will not be doing a waiting list for this event.

[Winger]

Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

Of course there will be water at each check point as last year, but that was just for emergencies. The idea was to "Traverse" The Main Divide "unsupprted". I'll find out and post the updates here.

Seriously, No water except for emergencies?

Even with the cooler temps I don't think I can carry enough water between the camelbak and water bottle for a ride that long.

[Cowgirl]

Misunderstanding....there will be a water station at 4 corners for all participants....but other then that no water stops on the course. Our emergency personnel carry water for those that would be in need of it due to emergency but that would mean they were a DNF...so plan on packing all the water you can to 4 corners and then filling from there......last year that was the way we ran it and everything was fine...in fact, not much water was used at the water stop...due to it being a race for intermediate and advanced riders most just kept flying by and never even stopped.

Originally Posted by Winger

Seriously, No water except for emergencies?

Even with the cooler temps I don't think I can carry enough water between the camelbak and water bottle for a ride that long.

[OMR]

Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

The VQ is tough and I will do it again next year . I know with good knees, I can shave at least an hour. Thanks OMR

I seem to remember you saying, "I'm gonna work it next year!"

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by OMR

I seem to remember you saying, "I'm gonna work it next year!"

I must of been delirious when I made that statement. I also told Sherry that I'd drop out of the Traverse this year, again the lack of oxygen to the brain at the time make you say things . The thing I will do different even for the Traverse is spin more, hammer less so I don't do anymore damage to my knees. When the time comes to register for the VQ, I'm sure I'll enter.

[OMR]

Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

I must of been delirious when I made that statement. I also told Sherry that I'd drop out of the Traverse this year, again the lack of oxygen to the brain at the time make you say things . The thing I will do different even for the Traverse is spin more, hammer less so I don't do anymore damage to my knees. When the time comes to register for the VQ, I'm sure I'll enter.

What the heck... can't let you have all the fun, I may enter it too!

[KonaDupee]

It's official, I just signed up in the Intermediate class. This'll be my first race ever.

Bring on the training rides!

[TBlazen]

Yep, just signed up. Gene talked me into it!

I'm still taking a few weeks off, sort of ....

[Wrecker]

I can't do it, have to volunteer. If I were to back out of my volunteer position, Sherry would kill me (hush Sherry)...yep, instant death (Sherry, I said shhhhh)....can't let Sherry down (not a word, Sherry)...yep, that the ONLY reason I'm not riding

Hey, it's easier to train to be a volunteer, and I get more oxygen, too.

[OMR]

Originally Posted by Wrecker

I can't do it, have to volunteer. If I were to back out of my volunteer position, Sherry would kill me (hush Sherry)...yep, instant death (Sherry, I said shhhhh)....can't let Sherry down (not a word, Sherry)...yep, that the ONLY reason I'm not riding

Hey, it's easier to train to be a volunteer, and I get more oxygen, too.

Gee, that's funny Rach, Sherry was just say'n she more than understood if you really wanted to ride instead or working the Traverse. It's so much fun to watch exactly just how red Wrecker can get....

[giant rules]

Originally Posted by KonaDupee

It's official, I just signed up in the Intermediate class. This'll be my first race ever.

Bring on the training rides!

Good luck!... the traverse will be my 2nd race...my 1st race ever was the VQ (DNF'ED it though, but had a lot of fun!)

[Zippo]

Originally Posted by Cowgirl

Misunderstanding....there will be a water station at 4 corners for all participants....but other then that no water stops on the course. Our emergency personnel carry water for those that would be in need of it due to emergency but that would mean they were a DNF...so plan on packing all the water you can to 4 corners and then filling from there......last year that was the way we ran it and everything was fine...in fact, not much water was used at the water stop...due to it being a race for intermediate and advanced riders most just kept flying by and never even stopped.

Is it about 25 miles from the start to 4 Corners (like the VQ)? Anyone have a rough outline of The Traverse course?