Reply With QuoteJust a quick comment. Almost everyone has black nylon luggage, myself included. When the luggage trucks are unloaded, I'd bet 75% will be soft black bags. do yourselves a big favor by personalizing your bag by tying a bandana or a flag or anything that will stand out. I painted stripes on my bag so I can spot that thing right away. It saves a little time hunting and picking.
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Thread: Candisc
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08-01-2006, 06:22 PM #31
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Hi,
We're leaving in the morning. The car is packed and we're ready.
I too am worrying about the long days, we did 54 yesterday and I was tired. New bike that I'm not used to and very windy.
On the first day I will be wearing a MSO (Mountain Sports Outlet) jersery, pink and black with matching socks, Colorado emblem on the sleeve. That is unless it's hot and then I will wear something sleeveless.
Or look for the pink and slate Serotta.
Also, I will be with 2 bald guys
and a tall woman, I'm short.
We'll see you in Garrison.
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08-01-2006, 06:52 PM #32
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a thought on luggage
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08-01-2006, 07:56 PM #33
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We have "Bike Virginia" tags on our bags.
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08-20-2006, 07:27 PM #34
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candisc survivors?
Hi all, is it too soon to ask everyone that did candisc if they survived the wind and heat?Sorry i didn't get a chance to meet everyone but I was pretty rushed.I did the last two days on Friday and headed for home early.The century day was great.very fast (for me).Comments?
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08-23-2006, 10:19 AM #35
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Wish I had a T-shirt that reads "I survived part of Candisc!"
Those two days of ~30-mph headwinds were too much for me, so I didn't ride the entire day. All in all, it was a great time, and I really built up my riding strength. Although the max trip was 410 miles, I did about 250, which is more than I've ever done in my riding life. My photo of you, Kathi, and me is a real keepsake, and I'm glad we met. Next year should be a real challenge with all those hills in the north. The entire Candisc tour was so well organized and supported. No wonder I read somewhere along the line that Candisc is the best supported ride in the US. I was surprised to find that I had lost a couple of pounds in spite of eating my way through the German-Russian countryside. The sauerkraut, sausage, and knephla (sp?) were awesome! And, oh, the kuchen that I ate . . . prune custard . . . yummy yummy! It's a trip I'll never forget!
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08-23-2006, 05:27 PM #36
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Hi everyone! I've been waiting for some ride reports, glad to see that a few came through. I was unable to make the trip this year as my DH turned 50 during the ride and I thought it was important to stay in Texas and help him celebrate.
My brother, Kelly and his daughter, Kristin did the ride and they had a blast. They called me a couple of times during the ride and talked about the wind...it was a'blowing, wasn't it? Sounded like the century day was pretty nice.
Congratulations to all went this year and rode. I hope to meet some of you next year.
Karri
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08-29-2006, 08:09 AM #37
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Hoping to read more comments from the Candisc riders. I am still so very energized and am enjoy reliving my memories of the ride. The North Dakota roads were perfect . . . no debris, no potholes, wide shoulers, hardly any traffic. What could be better? I just may become an annual Candisc rider.
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08-29-2006, 08:37 AM #38
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I posted a report under "my first long tour" or some such thing and another under "my first century"
They are forecasting 30 mph south winds for tomorrow when we usually have the club ride. I think I will pass, I vowed after Candisc that I was going to be a fair weather rider.
This past Saturday we did "tour de turtle" a ride from Metigoshe to the Peace Gardens and back for a picnic. The hills are very mild, there might be a few steeper climbs but my guess is they will be better than what we did through the Missouri breaks on the way to Bismarck
If I can figure out how to post the pic I will attach one of the Peace gardens
Note (if the pic goes through) we are on the Candadian side (red flower flag in the background and the 2 towers) one is on Candadian side and one on the American side
It's about the journey and being in the moment, not about the destination
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08-29-2006, 09:10 AM #39
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Eclectic, what a terrific photo of the scenery and you. This clinches it for me, ie, I will definitely plan to ride Candisc next year. You are so fortunate to be able to ride great distances on such good roads with little traffic.
I hope the pic taken of you, Kathi, and me comes through here. We haven't heard from Kathi as yet, but I'm sure we will at some point.Last edited by kjay; 08-29-2006 at 04:49 PM.
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08-29-2006, 01:46 PM #40
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Great Pics...thanks for sharing. wish I had my own to post!
