Updated on July 31, 2011
Defcon Bike Ride logistics update
Hey everyone — with less than a week away to the Defcon Bike Ride — Here is what you need to know:
- Any last minute updates will be tweeted: @cycleoverride
- We are meeting at the RIO at 5:30 am Thurs. Aug 4th. (Watch twitter and here for the exact location we will determine when we arrive at the Rio) We will then ferry over to McGhies somehow (TBD) which they will be there at 6am for fittings and water, etc… Have some cash on you ($5) to buy some extra water if you don’t have a camelbak or whatever. I don’t think there will be extra water on the route.
- We are planning on a main route and there is potential for a longer route (routes here) which we’ll decide upon Thursday morning if there is enough interest. If there is a longer route – they will get fitted and leave first.
- If you have ordered a CycleOverRide/Hack the Heat bike Jersey — you have to pay Bruce for by (Date) or he isn’t bringing your with him. The pay pal address ($70 per jersey) is heidi AT shmoo dot com.
- You should have already rented and confirmed a bike with McGhies by now. Please don’t show up with out a reservation as we will have no way to take your money. If you have your own bike we’ll see you there 🙂
- We may need help ferrying people over to/from McGhies. If you have room in a local or rental car, please let me know.
- Once again — this ride isn’t for the inexperienced cyclist. You are still welcome – we just want to make sure you know what you are getting yourself into. You will not realize how much liquid you are losing. It will be hot and the ride is slightly uphill the entire way out. If you have any questions or concerns or just aren’t sure if this is for you — please connect with Bruce or I. You will be able to turn around an coast back — but we want you to be aware that we have a need to return to the bike shop before it gets too hot. Dehydration and overheating are real concerns here. We are CYCLING IN THE DESERT! 🙂 Just sayin.
Posted on July 11, 2011
MapMyRide Tour de France update: We are in 9th place!
Hey everyone — Check this out:
We are in 9th place — mostly thanks to Wayne J., Owen J. and George B. But alot of people have 3,4,5, and 6 points contributing to our team total of 112 points. We’d be many more places down if it wasn’t for all you who are submitting and getting a few points here or there over time.
Since the TdF is off today — you can submit today or tmrw (or both) for Tuesdays ride, and the system will pick the best ride.
Updated on July 5, 2011
THE Hack the Heat ROUTE! A few more details
Hey guys — last post for today — we promise! Here is the route:
If you want to get an extra 1000 ft elevation and an extra 8-10 miles including a cat 4 and two cat 5 climbs — check out this route.
Discuss! 😉
Updated on July 5, 2011
DefCon Bike Ride Final Jersey Art
The folks at Mt. Borah put together this awesome graphic that shows what the jersey is going to look like. Be sure to sign up on the sign-up form if you want to ride (or if you just want a jersey). The order goes in on Wednesday night.
