I am new here and WOW! I feel like I've hit the jackpot. Such great information.
As I stated in my intro. thread, I am preparing for a cross country ride in 2010 to honor my brother who died of cancer in 2002. he was an avid Mountain biker from Colorado that loved the sport. I have never done anything even close to this so I am eager to learn from those that have.

Thanks so much for all the great info. Look forward to participating.