bmyoungberg
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bmyoungberg replied to the topic 2023 Newbie Seeking Team in the forum RAGBRAI L – 2023 2 months ago
Making sure you do know you do not have to do either. Many of us ride solo and use the free truck service while saving $$$. I talk to the people around me most days. You can also stick to yourself. Ultimate freedom 24/7. If you can put up a tent and take it down, consider it.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Saturday the 30th in Lansing in the forum RAGBRAI XLIX – 2022 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Few stay. I load up and drive back to St Louis. Some have long distances so they drive partway on Saturday.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic All The Rainy Days of Recent Years in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 2 months ago
Good summary. 2016 it was Shenandoah rather than Creston. We also just missed a big storm the last evening in Washington. 2017 I was past Rockwell but just kept going in that rain (no gear) as I was on a straight and flat spot. Many left extra early as it was forecasted. 2018 also a surprise spot shower in Jefferson in early evening but you may…[Read more]
bmyoungberg replied to the topic No lottery for 2022 in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 4 months ago
Great. I have done five. First one was a learning experience (pace yourself for the week, not just the day for example). There is a RAGBRAI Newbies (that is the name) group on Facebook you may want to check out. Many new riders ask questions on there and some of us veterans are on there to answer.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic No lottery for 2022 in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 4 months ago
Smart move. It will encourage people to sign up earlier by creating some sense of urgency. It will be interesting to see if they do max out given supposedly no one has lost in the lottery for years.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Covid Concerns in the forum Miscellaneous 1 year, 8 months ago
Not wearing one. Fully vaccinated. Don’t worry about those not vaccinated. Even if I got it, tends to be very mild of anything. I doubt you will many. If that scared, people probably stay home.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Day 1 Question in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 8 months ago
I don’t get the point of a hotel that night. Seems like a lot of hassle. Like someone said, cancel and save the money by just staying at the main campground. That first morning at the main campground is the best. Good luck though…
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Last day logistics in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 9 months ago
Actually never heard of folks doing that. Maybe check with Clinton organizers. Maybe they also wouldknow someone who would just drive him over. Also see if there is a drive service. Short trip as straight shot is like 15 miles or so.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Lottery results? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 10 months ago
FYI – I just received my email confirmation on the lottery.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Looking for Minneapolis riders! in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 11 months ago
As William noted, the truck transport is included in the registration fee all riders pay. It is therefore free to use. Great value. I wouldn’t pay for someone to set up a tent that takes ten minutes to do and for free coffee or whatever in the morning. Plus you are in the middle of the action with food, showers, etc all right there.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Looking for Minneapolis riders! in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 11 months ago
I ride solo every year and prefer it. Do my own thing and not subject to the whims of others. I use the free truck which works great. There are many who do it solo. You meet and talk with neighbors around you and along the ride, so not in a total vacuum. I just like doing whatever I want in the evening (go downtown, stay by the camp, whatever) and…[Read more]
bmyoungberg replied to the topic What happens if someone misses the baggage truck? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 11 months ago
If my college kid (I have four daughters in their 20s, so been there) had the attitude of chill, I would leave them home as I would not want to deal with it. Mine would not, but they just have no interest in riding. I go by myself actually so I have no one to worry or think about. Find plenty of great people to talk to or hang out with along the way.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Internet access during the week? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 11 months ago
I often had to do an hour or two of work early before riding. I typically went to the local McDonalds as most towns had one. I would park my bike right outside the booth I sat in so I could watch it. Usually would have to ride a mile or whatever off the route to get to it.
If no McD, I would scout out a diner or something on google maps and call…[Read more]
bmyoungberg replied to the topic What happens if someone misses the baggage truck? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 11 months ago
I do not have answer for you, but my guess is you scramble and see if a small group could help or ask around to see if there is a nice local who would help. I would note the main campground is quite lively early so not sure how anyone could sleep through it all. I use the truck every year and it works great. However, folks start rising and getting…[Read more]
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Packing list in the forum Miscellaneous 1 year, 11 months ago
The only problem with washing clothes is that if they do not dry enough by morning, they go in your travel bag wet and will be hot all day so might be a bit stinky anyway. I have washed bibs and jerseys, but now have enough to bring a clean set for each day. Just my preference to not deal with washing any clothes which I often did in the shower. I…[Read more]
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Attendance projections? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 11 months ago
I will be there. Vaccinated and not paranoid. I will not boycott anything with it. People can complain and find stuff wrong with everything. What about China and the sweatshops making the clothes and shoes you wear? Got bad watermelon? Oh well. Worried about meat packing? Be a vegetarian then. I will enjoy it all myself. Hope it is less crowded.…[Read more]
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Fort Dodge Main Campgrounds in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 12 months ago
Near the train tracks through town…ugh
bmyoungberg replied to the topic What is everyone riding? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 1 year, 12 months ago
Gonna ride my 2017 Giant Defy road bike. Done it with my Giant flatbar road bike in recent years, but gonna change it. I do not do the gravel route as a result. Tried it in 18 and sank quickly so turned around like many others did that year.
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Advice for riding a Recumbent Trike in the forum Miscellaneous 1 year, 12 months ago
You will see many. You can ride as fast or slow as you want (we all do). You can expect to change lanes a lot since riders are instructed (and most do) to ride right and pass left. Uphill, they stay right and then downhill move left and pass everyone. They then get back over right when neeeded. Mirrors and just looking around a lot is needed.…[Read more]
bmyoungberg replied to the topic Order – February 4, 2021 @ 06:53 AM in the forum bmyoungberg 2 years, 1 month ago
The free truck is very easy. Not that much work and save the $. Taking down down a tent in morning and packing takes a few minutes then you walk it to truck (not far). Then get it at truck in afternoon and pick a spot (not far at all) and take a few minutes to put it up. I use a simple 2-person tent with my stuff on one side and I sleep on the…[Read more]
