Originally Posted by
Planemaker
The red clay was so thick and sticky, I don't think there was enough clearance no matter what bike ride. If it is muddy like last year, look forward to "hike a bike" and whatever you do, don't set the bike down until you are clear of the mud. Once the mud gets started on the frame it just continues to build until you can't roll the wheels.
FWIW - There were lots of broken derailuers from the mud
Yeah i saw the pics and heard from my parents how bad the mechanicals were.
Originally Posted by
keepamonte
I'm in again! Last year the mud took my rear der and 4-5 spokes on a steep climb at mile 21! If there is rain, I will try to borrow a single speed as I won't be taking my chances in that peanut butter again. I will challenge the 4K of climbing with this file, and yes its from a garmin so all things relative.
Land Run 100. Stillwater, Ok - Stillwater, OK
Nice job finishing! Having a single speed backup bike isn't a bad idea at all, I may have to look into that.