1. 100K or 200K or more!!! ?
2. Friday afternoon easy pre ride between 3-4?
3. Pre ride night before dinner with celebs Cyclowe and Psimet. (Includes autograph session and book signing)?

1. In for 100K
2. yes
3. Would not miss this for anything.

Kenal0

1. 200k (going to give it a go!)
2. Yes.
3. Autographs are $10 a piece. Cash only.

1. 200k
2. Yes
3. Count me in

1. 200k (oh god say it isn't so)
2. Sure...why not....
3. Is that a graph of an auto? I've seen a lot of graphs in my day, but never one of an auto....

1. 200k
2. won't be up there in time
3. see #2

i need a way to identify the BFNIC peoples so i can say hi if i see you

I will be one of the few guys on a bike with 20" wheels. It is black and also one of the few with a tan Brooks saddle. I am awaiting a new jersey so I cannot divulge that yet but if it gets here it will also be very identifiable.
Kenal0

I know I'm not a BFNIC member but...
1- I'm in for the 100k officially- and aiming for 150k
2 and 3 My pre DLD ride and meal will be at home in Madison.

Good luck to you all! Also- See Stewart's (schili) post in the DLD training thread about route changes!

1. 200K
2 & 3 Not going to be able to make it.

See you all at the start.
I will be in the Racer X jersey, riding a red Kestrel:)

I won't be riding, but I will be there as a volunteer. Look for me at Water Stop 3 on Shop Hill Rd. and be sure to say hi.

1. 100K....already made plans for a century on Wed doh!
2. Nope, will drive up that morning
3. ^^^^^^

Think I'll wear my RAIN jersey.

Just saw this in another thread, but if you want to get psyched up for Saturday, take the nine minutes and watch this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbvQqssD_jI

Thank goodness that video is not part of the DLD! :eek:

^^^^ that is freakin sick!

^^^^ that is freakin sick!

So..... you going to be in Dodgeville on Saturday or what?

[/peer pressure to be cool]

or what :(

the what is an early morning saturday departure for a 298 mile drive to the lovely town of Waverly, IA. unfortunately, i could not get out of the wedding that really isnt a wedding becuase they already got married and didnt tell anyone wedding. i miss the suffering. seriously, i will. later.

Just saw this in another thread, but if you want to get psyched up for Saturday, take the nine minutes and watch this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbvQqssD_jI

Thank goodness that video is not part of the DLD! :eek:

Oh yeah I am fired up now!!!!
Better change to the 11-32
Kenal0

1. 100K
2 and 3. Driving up Saturday morning from home in Madison.

Have a great ride. If you see a guy on an old blue 10-speed with toeclips & straps ... that's me.

How about a start time of right at 7:00 am. The 200K guys are supposed to start between 6:30 and 7:00. the 100K starts at 7:00. This way anyone who wants can meet at the start. Thoughts?
That will give me a shot at riding with some of the 100K guys before you 200kers drop me like a bad habit.


kenal0

Got my new team colors today. I am set. and there is no way you can guess this one.
Kenal0

Got my new team colors today. I am set. and there is no way you can guess this one.
Kenal0

Hammer Nutrition. At least that's the set of quality Voler bibs I just picked up for under $50. I was loading up before the ride and figure you may have been as well.

Hammer Nutrition. At least that's the set of quality Voler bibs I just picked up for under $50. I was loading up before the ride and figure you may have been as well.
Nope just a new jersey and it is not Grateful Dead related.
Kenal0

Nope just a new jersey and it is not Grateful Dead related.
I'm guessing....

http://www.teamestrogen.com/images/products/SB-1005-393_plus_xlg.jpg

I'm guessing....

http://www.teamestrogen.com/images/products/SB-1005-393_plus_xlg.jpg

Not even close but I think you will be proud to ride with me on Saturday(or embarrassed as heck).

BTW that team Estrogen jersey is sweet!

Kenal0

i'm not entirely sure what time i plan to start, but if you see me, say hi and make sure i'm not walking up any of the climbs :)

i'll be riding my moots:
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1154/1024151816_c439e08522.jpg


and probably just wearing a plain black jersey (depending on the weather)
http://images.competitivecyclist.com/images/products/rapha/2007/7991_i_1.jpg
(minus the armwarmers)

Hammer Nutrition. At least that's the set of quality Voler bibs I just picked up for under $50. I was loading up before the ride and figure you may have been as well.

dang, i have a nice little 15% off coupon to give you for Hammer Nutrition stuff. there clothes are cheap, but i guess the free advertising makes up for the little profit they make on that stuff. later.

dang, i have a nice little 15% off coupon to give you for Hammer Nutrition stuff. there clothes are cheap, but i guess the free advertising makes up for the little profit they make on that stuff. later.

Sonnuva! - I was thinking of signing you up for the discount. We would both get one, but I wanted to put my order in and thought it would have been a rumphole move to give out your e-mail address....even though they already have it.

^^^^ well, arent we a couple of boobs!?@!? :)

what all did you get? give us the low down so i know if their bibs, shorts, and jersey are worth a looking at.

you said rumphole. funny. later.

1. 100k
2. Won't make it in time :(
3. Already have autographed, crumpled up bib numbers from RAIN.

NVR....glad to see you're coming as well. Nice birthday present for you....well, sort of!

What are plans for dinner? I will probably make it for dinner if you're riding first. Time? Place? Need me to make reservations?

Looks like I am most likely out. I had a pretty bad wreck this morning. Read about it here (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=330553)

Looks like I am most likely out. I had a pretty bad wreck this morning. Read about it here (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=330553)

Sorry to here about the accident. I do see that you used the term "most likely" as opposed to "definitely"
so maybe some form of doping can increase your recovery time. I will bring some clean urine in case you need it for the post DLD testing.
Kenal0

Looks like I am most likely out. I had a pretty bad wreck this morning. Read about it here (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=330553)

crap. i was so looking forward to reading "Give Me the Mutha Freakin Keys" part duex or DLD version. :D

seriously, though i hope you are ok and feeling better soon. later.

1. 100k
2. Won't make it in time :(
3. Already have autographed, crumpled up bib numbers from RAIN.

NVR....glad to see you're coming as well. Nice birthday present for you....well, sort of!

What are plans for dinner? I will probably make it for dinner if you're riding first. Time? Place? Need me to make reservations?

Right now we are going to try and meet at the park for packet pickup sometime Friday early evening.
As far as dinner, I think that is up in the air. I have thrown out this place which is not too far from Dodgeville and closer to where Cylowe and Dave are staying. They do not take reservations.
http://brewerycreek.com
Not sure where we will end up. I will make sure to keep you posted as to our whereabouts.

Kenal0

Right now we are going to try and meet at the park for packet pickup sometime Friday early evening.
As far as dinner, I think that is up in the air. I have thrown out this place which is not too far from Dodgeville and closer to where Cylowe and Dave are staying. They do not take reservations.
http://brewerycreek.com
Not sure where we will end up. I will make sure to keep you posted as to our whereabouts.

That restaurant's website looks pretty good. Steaks, chicken, pasta, sandwiches. Prices not too bad.

My plans for Friday are up in the air a bit. I will be coming in from Racine, but don't know the time I'll be leaving there. May be in Dodgeville to ride for a little while by 3:30, but that's doubtful. Packet pickup at 5 or thereabouts is more certain. Then check into hotel in Mineral Point and then on to dinner (or reverse those two).

Sounds like a plan. Also we should get a roll call for saturday start. So we do not leave anyone behind.
The no child left behind plan. I have already alerted Psimet2001 to my new digs since he might not make it. I hope he approves.
kenal0

Sounds like a plan. Also we should get a roll call for saturday start. So we do not leave anyone behind.
The no child left behind plan. I have already alerted Psimet2001 to my new digs since he might not make it. I hope he approves.
kenal0

Not to be a jerk, but I'm going to be taking off as early as possible. The 200k route is long enough that I may take off at 6:30 or even earlier. I'm not worried about the whole chip timing thing so much.

That restaurant's website looks pretty good. Steaks, chicken, pasta, sandwiches. Prices not too bad.

My plans for Friday are up in the air a bit. I will be coming in from Racine, but don't know the time I'll be leaving there. May be in Dodgeville to ride for a little while by 3:30, but that's doubtful. Packet pickup at 5 or thereabouts is more certain. Then check into hotel in Mineral Point and then on to dinner (or reverse those two).

I'll try to be at packet pickup by around 5 as well and dinner after that. That restaurant looks good. Should we just plan to meet there at a certain time? My hotel is also in Mineral Springs. Crystal

I can make it early. I will be up and ready anyway. I could care less about the chip timing. I am just hoping to finish. Early start- no problem.
Kenal0

Never say never, but I am pretty messed up. Real sore. Things are starting to bruise. We'll see....

Never say never, but I am pretty messed up. Real sore. Things are starting to bruise. We'll see....
So what your saying is there still is a chance? You know you could always just cut back to the 100K for a nice leisurely 62.
Kenal0

So what your saying is there still is a chance? You know you could always just cut back to the 100K for a nice leisurely 62.
Kenal0

You mean , 64. Actually with his injuries he'd garner a lot of respect and adulation from the crowd. I think that's a good idea. Nothing like some hills to make you forget about your injuries.

I'd like to start early too. Is it ok to start at 6:30 if you're only doing the 100k. Don't know why I even get a hotel....won't sleep that much. Might as well just park my bike at the start line and just hang there till dawn. :D

You mean , 64. Actually with his injuries he'd garner a lot of respect and adulation from the crowd. I think that's a good idea. Nothing like some hills to make you forget about your injuries.

I'd like to start early too. Is it ok to start at 6:30 if you're only doing the 100k. Don't know why I even get a hotel....won't sleep that much. Might as well just park my bike at the start line and just hang there till dawn. :D

Thanks, I have focused all my training on 62, now I am going to have to make some changes to my ride tomorrow afternoon.
Kenal0

As I recall from last year the start was very informal. Start when you need to- the chip timing will take care of the rest. Good luck to all on Saturday!

Yep, per the note in e-mail today:
"START TIMES:
The earliest start time is 6:00AM. We suggest that 266K and 300K riders
start at this time. Whatever distance you are riding, your time
starts ticking when you cross the first chip loop (leaving Harris Park). We
suggest that 200K riders start at 6:30AM and that 100K riders start
between 7:00 and 8:30AM. All of the rest stop planning has been based on
riders starting at these times. If you feel that you need extra time
to complete the 100K or 200K, feel free to start a bit early."

And here's why this ride is cool. They think of a lot of extras and react to rider feedback before the event w/r/t rest stop goodies, letting riders drop extra clothes off at rest-stops and returning them to the start, wi-fi at the start, etc.

And then there's this...
HELL'S BELLS
I have procured four school bells. They range from 6" in diameter to
22" in diameter (The big dong). There is a bell for each distance.
Once you finish, feel free to celebrate by ringing the designated bell.
If you finish the 300K, even if you are a woman, you are officially a
member of the big dong club!
:eek: :D

I can't lift my arm this morning. Rotator cuff injury maybe. I don't think there is any chance I'll be there....but I am keeping the faith.

HELL'S BELLS
I have procured four school bells. They range from 6" in diameter to
22" in diameter (The big dong). There is a bell for each distance.
Once you finish, feel free to celebrate by ringing the designated bell.
If you finish the 300K, even if you are a woman, you are officially a
member of the big dong club!
:eek: :D

ah man, i so want to be a member of the BIG DONG club.

--

rest up and feel better Psi.

later.

Yep, per the note in e-mail today:
"START TIMES:
The earliest start time is 6:00AM. We suggest that 266K and 300K riders
start at this time. Whatever distance you are riding, your time
starts ticking when you cross the first chip loop (leaving Harris Park). We
suggest that 200K riders start at 6:30AM and that 100K riders start
between 7:00 and 8:30AM. All of the rest stop planning has been based on
riders starting at these times. If you feel that you need extra time
to complete the 100K or 200K, feel free to start a bit early."

And here's why this ride is cool. They think of a lot of extras and react to rider feedback before the event w/r/t rest stop goodies, letting riders drop extra clothes off at rest-stops and returning them to the start, wi-fi at the start, etc.

And then there's this...
HELL'S BELLS
I have procured four school bells. They range from 6" in diameter to
22" in diameter (The big dong). There is a bell for each distance.
Once you finish, feel free to celebrate by ringing the designated bell.
If you finish the 300K, even if you are a woman, you are officially a
member of the big dong club!
:eek: :D

Yes, I saw that, not to mention the complete stock of goodies at the rest stops. I see that they say riders are free to start anytime after 6:00 so whatever time is fine with me. Weather looks like it will be good as well. Nice and sunny and not quite as humid.
Psimet2001- we can duct tape your arm in place to help with the rotator cuff injury if that will help. I can just here the bell calling your name at the finish.

Kenal0

I can't lift my arm this morning. Rotator cuff injury maybe. I don't think there is any chance I'll be there....but I am keeping the faith.

Dude, man up and ride one-handed! Ride a bike with downtube shifters and you can shift without lifting your bad arm.

Just kidding of course ... bummer to miss the event, I would be very disappointed. Heal up for the next one.

Dude, man up and ride one-handed! Ride a bike with downtube shifters and you can shift without lifting your bad arm.

Just kidding of course ... bummer to miss the event, I would be very disappointed. Heal up for the next one.
What if there isn't a next one? What if because of all the doping scandals, the DLD is discontinued?
I would not take a chance on missing if at all possible. That being said, riding in extreme agony ain't a whole lot of fun. Get well
Kenal0

I can't lift my arm this morning. Rotator cuff injury maybe. I don't think there is any chance I'll be there....but I am keeping the faith.

Don't worry. I made a call on your behalf and sent in my paycheck to this guy. He'll be by later to, uhh... lay his hands on you to, uhh..... heal your shoulder or something.

Gotta have faith, faith, faith! Pah-RAYZE JEEEEEZZZZUS!

http://www.usnews.com/usnews/photography/portfolios/archambault/graphics/archambault8.jpg

ah man, i so want to be a member of the BIG DONG club.

--

rest up and feel better Psi.

later.

I'll give you my membership! :D

Don't worry. I made a call on your behalf and sent in my paycheck to this guy. He'll be by later to, uhh... lay his hands on you to, uhh..... heal your shoulder or something.

Gotta have faith, faith, faith! Pah-RAYZE JEEEEEZZZZUS!

http://www.usnews.com/usnews/photography/portfolios/archambault/graphics/archambault8.jpg


Here's the thing about these types of events....the pain they produce could possibly eclipse the pain from your accident injuries.

Apologies to kenal0 ...I should not have just sprung that extra 2 miles on you so harshly. Crystal