The Traverse - Warrior's Society

[bikerider]

good luck guys and gals, I'll be riding up HJ and watch the race for a few.

As for the efficiency, having ridden the VQ on both HT and FS, the traverse is basically all fireroad except Upper HJ and Trabuco trail, so it's not that bad. and FWIW I had my FS locked out on the entire MD. so you really aren't gaining much comfort for the weight penalty. Ultimately the decision is yours, have fun and stay hydrated.

[mtnbikej]

Originally Posted by Von-Skipp

Are iPods allowed? USA Cycling bans iPods, but this isnt USA Cycling sanctioned right??

You can use your Ipod.....we are not banning them....we are not USA Cycling.

[Bergsteiger]

Just picked up my Bento Box mini lunch container for my top tube. I am filling it with Wheat Fig Newtons.
Plus GU, plus 70oz camelback, plus Perpetuem in the bottle. My coworker decided to not ride after paying for the event and ended up giving his place to Tinker. I guess he lives close to him and they are buds.
One thing is for sure, Tinker will have first choice of El Pollo Loco, and all the sides he wants. By the time the next guy rolls in, he'll be getting his third meal.

[fastoldguy]

Im In !!! I hope theres not too much climbing?

[L8 APEKS]

Originally Posted by Bergsteiger

Just picked up my Bento Box mini lunch container for my top tube. I am filling it with Wheat Fig Newtons.
Plus GU, plus 70oz camelback, plus Perpetuem in the bottle. My coworker decided to not ride after paying for the event and ended up giving his place to Tinker. I guess he lives close to him and they are buds.
One thing is for sure, Tinker will have first choice of El Pollo Loco, and all the sides he wants. By the time the next guy rolls in, he'll be getting his third meal.

That bag is super cool! Where'd you score that?

Originally Posted by fastoldguy

Im In !!! I hope theres not too much climbing?

Nah, it's practically all downhill.

[Bergsteiger]

Originally Posted by L8 APEKS

That bag is super cool! Where'd you score that?

Rock and Road Laguna Niguel-15 dollars
It is cool. I have seen it in action on my buddy's bike doing centuries.

[KonaDupee]

Got my trusty Kona as dialed in as it'll ever be. Already got my nutrition & drink mixes set aside. Plate has already been hung on the front (#145). Sadly, a new set of tires on my wife's SUV meant that I couldn't get a new rear rim built before the race (flat spot).

I literally have nothing to do tonight except wait, slug down water, get more nervous & try to sleep...

See ya'll in the morning! Is 6:15 a good time to arrive?

[mtnbikej]

Originally Posted by KonaDupee

Got my trusty Kona as dialed in as it'll ever be. Already got my nutrition & drink mixes set aside. Plate has already been hung on the front (#145). Sadly, a new set of tires on my wife's SUV meant that I couldn't get a new rear rim built before the race (flat spot).

I literally have nothing to do tonight except wait, slug down water, get more nervous & try to sleep...

See ya'll in the morning! Is 6:15 a good time to arrive?

6-6:15 is a good time to get there. This gives you a descent amount of time to get ready without feeling rushed.

[bvader]

Good Luck everyone Stay Hydrated and Fueled.

Tell you what, make you all a deal. I will send good vibes your way on Saturday (Traverse) if you send good vibes to me on Sunday (XTerra West).

Hmmm hundreds of you...1's of me, I will do my best to hold up my end of the bargain.

[GOGrannyGO]

Sincere empathy to everyone running the Traverse tomorrow. Sometimes you pick a date and sometimes the date picks you. The weather is not your friend this time.

Good luck to all! Stay hydrated and safe.

[Abui]

Originally Posted by GOGrannyGO

Sincere empathy to everyone running the Traverse tomorrow. Sometimes you pick a date and sometimes the date picks you. The weather is not your friend this time.

Good luck to all! Stay hydrated and safe.

My sympathy. Reminds me of the Cascade Cream Puff.

[Pho'dUp]

Murphy's law. Can things get any tougher for tomorrow. Word is there's a fire in Corona. Hope it gets put out fast.

Whiting on Fire...again?

[queenwilhelmina]

Good luck tomorrow everyone. Please please please stay hydrated and don't forget to take in some electrolytes along the way. You will need them!!!!!

[L8 APEKS]

Originally Posted by KonaDupee

Got my trusty Kona as dialed in as it'll ever be. Already got my nutrition & drink mixes set aside. Plate has already been hung on the front (#145). Sadly, a new set of tires on my wife's SUV meant that I couldn't get a new rear rim built before the race (flat spot).

I literally have nothing to do tonight except wait, slug down water, get more nervous & try to sleep...

See ya'll in the morning! Is 6:15 a good time to arrive?

Maybe someone has a spare wheel you could borrow tonight?

I'm aiming to get there 6-615. Organizing my stuff right now, and HOPING I don't forget anything! I'm gonna pack the car today so I'm not rushed in the morning.

I usually pack heavy when I hike...doing the same thing tomorrow. lol.

HAWG: 100 oz water, 70 oz Accelerade, 2 spare tubes, CO2, hand pump, crash/First Aid kit, chain breaker, Shimano pins, multi tool, etc.

Water bottle: 24 oz Nuun

Bento Box: 6 gel packs, maybe some raisins

Jersey pockets: 2 Clif bars, maybe some Clif Blocks

...trying to stay hydrated and keep stocked on vitamins and amino acids. Pasta tonight, oatmeal in the morning. I'm as ready as I can get at this point!

[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by bikerider

good luck guys and gals, I'll be riding up HJ and watch the race for a few.

As for the efficiency, having ridden the VQ on both HT and FS, the traverse is basically all fireroad except Upper HJ and Trabuco trail, so it's not that bad. and FWIW I had my FS locked out on the entire MD. so you really aren't gaining much comfort for the weight penalty. Ultimately the decision is yours, have fun and stay hydrated.

Upper HJ is not part of the course. Stay on MD to lower HJ or you will miss that check point.

I did it last year on a HT. This year I'll be on the Tribal with 4" of suspension which is 3 lbs heavier than my HT but way more comfortable on my back.

I was going to go without a camelbak, but with the temps reaching 100 deg, I'll bring my 70oz and 2 bottles. 1 bottle just to pour over my head when it gets too hot! The other with Cytomax. Good luck to all. #159

[ericfoltz]

The forecasts I've seen are calling for 91 degrees tomorrow. It will be 5-10 degrees cooler up on the divide with a 5-10 mph breeze.

Hope for the best, plan for the worst.

[mtnbikej]

Originally Posted by ericfoltz

The forecasts I've seen are calling for 91 degrees tomorrow. It will be 5-10 degrees cooler up on the divide with a 5-10 mph breeze.

Hope for the best, plan for the worst.

Yeah, but with all the exposure, it is going to feel much warmer than it is.

[Von-Skipp]

Originally Posted by L8 APEKS

I'm aiming to get there 6-615. Organizing my stuff right now, and HOPING I don't forget anything! I'm gonna pack the car today so I'm not rushed in the morning.

I usually pack heavy when I hike...doing the same thing tomorrow. lol.

HAWG: 100 oz water, 70 oz Accelerade, 2 spare tubes, CO2, hand pump, crash/First Aid kit, chain breaker, Shimano pins, multi tool, etc.

Water bottle: 24 oz Nuun

Bento Box: 6 gel packs, maybe some raisins

Jersey pockets: 2 Clif bars, maybe some Clif Blocks

...trying to stay hydrated and keep stocked on vitamins and amino acids. Pasta tonight, oatmeal in the morning. I'm as ready as I can get at this point!

I like your style!!

Race day should be all stress free, relaxed and ready for some fun...

All the prep, training and work is done!! All you have to do is start riding at 7AM. That is how I think of race day.