OK, I've not done this long a ride with no SAG support. Here's what I've done:
- Removed my standard saddle pack and replaced it with a two water bottle rack...this will give me three water bottles total
- Mounted a Triangular Frame Pack
- Added a Bento-Pack (?)
In my Frame Pack, I have:
- Two Tubes & tire levers
- Four air canisters and inflation tool
- multi tool
- credit card & cash
- cell phone & eye glass cleaners in case it rains
- blistex
- powerbars
- rapid charger for Garmin
The Bento Pack will have clif bloks. We'll send some back-up wheels up with some local friends who are sagging others.
My biggest concern is that I now don't have a place to hang a tail light which would be important to me if it rains...
What else should I pack?
We have local friends who will offer emergency SAG and ya'll have offered back-up SAG as well...but we don't want to impose on anyone unless it's a serious emergency.
I'm also thinking of replacing my tubes just for good measure against stem failure, etc...
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07-06-2008, 04:58 AM #1
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Preparations
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07-06-2008, 05:38 AM #2
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I have to get ready today because I have a two day business trip to Charleston, SC this week (We & Th). Some brilliant soul scheduled a 1/2 day workshop for Friday (I don't know who she was) so I won't leave South Bend until noon. Yesterday's 102 miles was great and I had plenty of energy to continue. The wind however was out of the east which we don't want! The last time I rode RaIN (2005) the fog was as thick as pea soup until around 11 AM so you would definitely need lights. Plus it made handlebar tape quite wet & slick! For the Silvers ... of course I'll have scissors! I'll be doing a crash SAG course with my son when he returns from Tennessee this evening ... wish me luck!
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07-06-2008, 06:36 AM #3
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The first thing that comes to mind is sunscreen. We had SAG support the first half of the ride last year and could have them spray it on us when we stopped, but DH was still pretty toasty by the time we hit Dunreith. Thankfully some was available at that SAG, but I didn't look for it at the others, so I don't know if it was available or not.
Originally Posted by Mr. Silver
We always replace tubes the week before RAIN just to be on the safe side."If we know where we want to go, then even a stony road is bearable." ~~ Horst Koehler
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07-06-2008, 09:56 AM #4
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You know, I don't usually use sunscreen (except for blistex)...but you're right, this is the time to do it. I tan well, but right now, the forecast is UVIndex of 10! Originally Posted by HoosierGiant
If you don't grow where you're planted, you'll never BLOOM - Will Rogers
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07-07-2008, 08:01 AM #5
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Mr. Silver, I think you'll be fine with the gear and supplies you've listed. Remember that there will be other riders around who can help in a pinch. Also, there is a bike shop just a few blocks off the course in Indianapolis that you can hit if you have a bike-related emergency.
As for meeting for dinner, I'm going to have to pass. I'd love to see everyone, but I'm trying to keep things simple on Friday. I think the logistics of just getting to Terre Haute and back from Richmond have just about done me in. Same thing with Saturday morning. We're riding to the start and hoping to somehow meet up with a small group from our training ride. However, the start is so crowded; it's really hard to find anyone. I will, of course, look for you on the road, however.
Everybody have a great time and a safe ride.Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
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07-07-2008, 02:28 PM #6
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Ok, I'll say it, what is everyone wearing?
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07-07-2008, 03:08 PM #7
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Lucy jersey from TE! The males of my household are hysterically laughing at me for asking for help in picking out my jersey when the answer is so obviously apparent. Originally Posted by Mr. SR500
I will be wearing my PMS socks to accompany Lucy! Lookout! 
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07-07-2008, 06:50 PM #8
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I'll be wearing some sort of yellow jersey...that's all I'm buying now for visibility.
I'll be the one with a mirror glued to his helmet
I can recognize susan.wells on the road by her cool eyeglasses!
MrSR: You wearing Ohio State again? It sure stands out on the magazine cover:
http://www.bloomingtonbicycleclub.or.../RAINOI-FC.jpg
Check him out - middle of the street left of the Toyota Sienna minivan!! A celebrity!If you don't grow where you're planted, you'll never BLOOM - Will Rogers
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