Project Rwanda 25 & 50 mile Ride 4/30/11 (merged threads-route update)

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  1. commplex

    commplex SSuper SSlacker

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    been a while...

    Well i havent ridden my bike since the last rwanda ride with the exception of an Aliso lap here and there. I recently came accross a deal on craigslist that i couldnt refuse on a SS 29er so guess what...... I am in! This time around my little brother is coming along for some SSuffering. Can we get a roll call going? Ss Crusin.jpg
     
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  2. 1x1clyde

    1x1clyde Inspired by SSer's

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    Yes Mikey, we are getting the band back together...it has been way too long and what better way then some good ole suffering!
     
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    Does this mean I have to start riding my singlespeed again?
    I thought it was all about AM bikes and fanny packs still?

    After SSlacking in 2008, and 2009, I promised to be there in 2010 and flaked. So I'm a maybe 2011 which means I should be there.
     
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    Can somebody explain how "SSlacking (or SSuffering)" works? I am planning on riding my SS, but what else is involved. No skinny dipping at the lake or anything, right? How fast is the ride?
     
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    SSlacking means they'll be taking their time to complete the ride and get back just in time for the raffle. SSuffering is no slacking and per single speed hammerfest. I believe these guys will be SSlacking this ride.
     
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    I'm in. We're shuttling the climbs, right?
     
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    The band breaks up, the band gets back together, the band breaks up again....
    Oh the drama!!!
    Better get my miles in eh?
     
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    Yes Carl it is on singles this year and yes to the fanny pack.
    It is the year of the fanny pack!

    Sammy, get your miles in lol! Nobody likes a sandbagger.....

    Yep. Gonna be fun!
     
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    1FG rider The G is for Gear

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    I think I'll have MORE fun if I throw a 21T on the back.
     
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    BROWNIE I'm good at recess!

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    Is it too late for the pre-ride offer? I would like to know some of where I'm going when doing the ride, and I still don't know very many trails in OC. PM me and let me know if you want to pre-ride, cause if you do, I'm in.
     
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    The course will be well marked with ribbons and at any junction along the way. With the way the weather has been with this on again/off again rain, it could change last minute if Whiting is closed due to rain as this event will go on rain or shine.
     
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    OK I'm signed up gang....

    I live and ride all of this area as it's my home loop(s)...

    Let me know if I can help with marking and what not...

    More than happy to help or not ride and help !


    LOOKING forward to it !!

    Laters !
     
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    What time does the raffle start? About 2 if I remember correctly? That means 7 hours (from 7 AM) to finish. Doesn't sound like slacking to me.
     
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    What does this mean?
     
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    It starts at 2:30. Trust me, it is slacking in comparison to those who just ride. I had 5:03 in ride time and 8:01 of total time in 2009. That's 3 hrs of slack time. This new route is not very difficult to do.


    He's kidding about shuttles.

    I wouldn't worry about this ride too much. It's not you'll end up with a DNF(Did Not Finish) if you get back late or get cutoff, because there is a cutoff so the volunteers aren't out there all day waiting.
     
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  16. profnachos

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    How far behind were the sweepers?
     
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    There will be a training ride this weekend. From the event's facebook page:


    Time: Saturday, April 16 · 8:00am - 11:00am
    Location: Golds Gym - 31941 Dove Canyon Dr. Dove Canyon, CA

    We will be riding the 50 Mile only section from the Dove Waterfall out to Casper's and back. This will be a great opportunity to familiarize yourself with the route for the event.

    Ready to roll @ 8:00am
    Bring water and food.
    Park at Gold's Gym

    Please RSVP so we know who look for.

    For questions contact Josh - 949-315-9376
     
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    They were never an issue. The sweeps leave 2 hrs after the 50 milers leave and ride at a casual pace. Trust me, if they catch you before you get to the turn around point in Caspers, you will be asked to turn around and start heading back cause you will not make it there in time.

    Like I said, don't get so worked up over this, it's not a race or even a "timed event" like the VQ/CC. Go out and have fun. Doesn't really matter if you complete the full 50 miles or not. There will be others completely capable of doing 50, but maybe due to mechnicals or other issues, they'll do what they can and head back. You don't want to miss the raffle which is the best part.
     
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    For questions or to RSVP please contact Roger @ 949-254-5749 as he will be the ride leader.

    Thanks, Josh
     
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