The day of RAIN (Ride Across INdiana)

[Veronica]

I've done a bit of research and can't seem to find much in the way of doubles around here. California definitely has the lock on them.

You could always plan a trip to CA. Just come prepared to climb. I've done six of the doubles out here. They all have long, sustained 3 - 10 mile climbs. Solvang Spring is a lovely first double and in a nice area, with only 6,900 feet of climbing. It was my first double. But it is held in March.

In June you could do the Grand Tour with 8,300 feet of climb. I haven't done that, so can't tell you much about it.

If you want beautiful scenery, Tam in August, Central Coast in May and Eastern Sierra in June would be my picks. They all have more than 10,000 feet of climbing. If you want great support, Knoxville in Sept. is your double.

A lot of people do Davis as their first double. It is very flat at the beginning and end, but still has 8,400 feet of climbing.

Good luck in your search. I hope you can find something closer to home.

V.

[indysteel]

You could always plan a trip to CA. Just come prepared to climb. I've done six of the doubles out here. They all have long, sustained 3 - 10 mile climbs. Solvang Spring is a lovely first double and in a nice area, with only 6,900 feet of climbing. It was my first double. But it is held in March.

In June you could do the Grand Tour with 8,300 feet of climb. I haven't done that, so can't tell you much about it.

If you want beautiful scenery, Tam in August, Central Coast in May and Eastern Sierra in June would be my picks. They all have more than 10,000 feet of climbing. If you want great support, Knoxville in Sept. is your double.

A lot of people do Davis as their first double. It is very flat at the beginning and end, but still has 8,400 feet of climbing.

Good luck in your search. I hope you can find something closer to home.

V.

I'd love to take a cycling trip to CA. I just can't seem to get my head around shipping my bike so I'd have to work that out first, or rent something. But my body is like Goldilocks on speed. If things are not "just so" (and you'd want to be for a double), my body complains. Loudly.

Granted, you gotta love to climb in CA, but I'm envious of just how many cool events you have. They're harder to come by in the Midwest. Not impossible; just harder. That's why I keep treking to Kentucky and Tennessee. It's the prettiest riding within a reasonable driving distance to Indiana.

[makbike]

The LBC is a great club and very active. They offer a variety of rides (distance and levels) in an attempt to accommodate most riders. Should you decide to venture down know whatever ride you pick you will be made to feel very welcome.

The century on 8/2 is a tough one, so I've been told. I've never tackled it but will be there this year to defend my current 1st place standing in the MadDog contest. MadDog centuries are a lot of fun. There will be a lot of riders and a lot of good stories to listen to as the day passes. This ride is listed, I believe, on www.kybikerides.org. Susan is a great ride captain.

The century on 8/10 is a great one and Larry is an outstanding ride captain. His rides are always very scenic.

Melissa is also hosting several centuries in August. She too is an outstanding ride captain. She too puts together some great rides. Her Packman's Hint is a great route.

If you decide to come down for any of the club's rides let me know. I'd be honored to ride with you and introduce you to some great club members.

[Mr. Bloom]

indy:

I don't know what a 4x50 is...but here's one in August in Illinois:

http://www.ultramidwest.net/


I'm not back on the bike yet...Got a massage today and now my legs feel great!

I'm cleaning my bike tonight and riding tomorrow!

[Mr. Bloom]

Here's an idea...as an intermediary step:

Come ride the Hilly Hundred with Silver and me...doing each daily course twice.

[pll]

The Hilly Hundred is one ride I'd love to do.

Congratulations to all that did RAIN! Very impressive reports.

Here's an idea...as an intermediary step:

Come ride the Hilly Hundred with Silver and me...doing each daily course twice.

[Mr. Bloom]

The Hilly Hundred is one ride I'd love to do.

Come on down! It's a fun ride!