Barry Schnoor
- Active 5 months, 1 week ago
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Who cheated? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 1 week ago
There’s some divinity in there, Raymond. You were just riding your own ride…(at your own risk, of course…)
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic "Reserved" Camping? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Thank you all for the replies, especially LawnChairMan for the research. I feel somewhat vindicated for thinking this person didn’t quite subscribe to the “Iowa Nice” way of thinking.
Next year when I get treated this way, I’ll still just walk away. But I might piddle on their tents in the middle of the night.
Y’all are awesome. Ride…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor started the topic Protocol for Reserving Camping Space in the forum Miscellaneous 5 months, 2 weeks ago
There was a large team group who, in ‘Nola, “reserved” a shady space, about 1/4 the size of a football field for a team that didn’t need nearly that much room. When I arrived at the middle school, there were a dozen trees with no tents under them. I really wanted a space to sling my hammock, but alas. I dropped my gear there to start setting…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Question about Breakfast in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 6 months, 1 week ago
Last year I stopped at HyVee in the evening, after showers and the swimming pool, and after hanging my hammie. Banana, energy bar, fruit smoothie was enough food camp-side to get me started…and it carried me over until I could hit the Methodist church or the firehouse or the side-of-the road stops…slipstream, breakfast burritos, etc.
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Support Maps – Why So Late Every Year? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 6 months, 1 week ago
Mark, I’m waiting, too. Honestly, as long as I have it the day before we travel, I’m good. Like you, I’d *rather* have it earlier (Heck, I’ve been almost packed and ready to go for two weeks!), but, like much of RAGBRAI, “winging it” brings a certain charm to the whole experience…even if it’s maddening to OCD folks like me!
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Night before day 1 in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 8 months ago
It’s official…sort of. This is a non-RAGBRAI-sanctioned live music, burgers and beer event.
PLACID QUAKE (formerly of Onawa, IA…and once considered by critics as one of Iowa’s many bands) will be shaking the soles of your feet with some 70’s, 80’s and 90’s tunes.
Dan and Jami’s Railway Grill and Bar – 115 S. 12th street…just a few easy…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Sleeping pad suggestions? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 8 months ago
KLKoopman,
That’s a good question. I used a fly with my hammie…for rain and privacy. It takes a little contortion, but it’s possible to dress and undress under the privacy of the fly. Or, if you happen to wake before your neighbors, there’s always the great wide open, in the dark of pre-dawn. Not sure I’d have the fortitude to do that after…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Sleeping pad suggestions? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 8 months, 1 week ago
Last year I hammock camped the whole week of RAGBRAI. There were a dozen or so of us out there. We had to be creative on where we slung our hammies (there are only 9 trees left in Iowa, it seems), but it’s a GREAT night’s sleep. Not one of those wide rope back-yard hammocks, but a ENO or Bear Butt. They pack up to be a little larger than a…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Joliet team has spots in the forum Clubs, Teams & Charters 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Joliet team has spots…
Sure hope it’s not measles!
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic 'Walking' through the towns in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Lynn,
It’s all in the timing. If you’re stopping at every pass-through town, you’ll walk. But most of these towns are small. You’ll walk 4 blocks. Not horrible.
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Saddle suggestions-women in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Don’t forget the right clothing. Good padded shorts (or briefs) are also important, and make a big difference on the long rides. Don’t forget the Butt Butter…you’ll just feel better at the end of the day.
T.Gap, fellow Team Placid rider and I got 40 miles on the C&O this weekend. Beautiful day for it. A little bumpy with tree roots and…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Night before day 1 in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 10 months, 1 week ago
There will be official bands. And at least one bandit band called Placid Quake. They played out of a garage in Onawa last year. Word is they’ll play at some dive bar and grille in Council Bluffs this year. Keep an eye out for them. They won’t be hard to hear. They were once considered by critics as one of Western Iowa’s loudest bands. At…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Medical ID bracelet in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 10 months, 2 weeks ago
Last year I had that data on my “lock” screen…in case I was unable to unlock the screen on my phone. Anyone has access to this. (And…you don’t need good cellular service to do this!)
But I also had a hard copy in my saddle bag, with a sticker on my bike that says where to find it.
It’s gonna be a great ride!
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic GAP/C&O Canal trail as a tuneup? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Mr. Woo. I’ve done both, but not consecutively. A double metric century from Harper’s Ferry to DC and back. (Here’s the history lesson for the day. What hotel sits at milepost zero on the C&O? Answer to follow.) Along that stretch there are available food stops in Harper’s Ferry, Brunswick, White’s Ferry, Great Falls and Georgetown. It’s…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic 2700 Smurfs in Fairfield? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 11 months ago
I’m willing…but who’s going to paint us? And we just wash it off at the usual shower locations?
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Hairball BA Moment in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 11 months, 1 week ago
Did anyone else think of Spinal Tap when you saw this? I’m glad the guy’s alright, but this is the stuff Tap is made of. It’s the topsy turvy world of Rock and Roll.
I’m sure his amp was turned up to 11.
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Civility, please in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 11 months, 1 week ago
Thank you, T. Gap.
Wee little Woo cracked me up.
I don’t post much, and I’ve never met most of you. I have to share, however, that I see these posts as a way of getting to know you a little. Some of the names I look to for guidance and wisdom and humor. T. Gap, KenH, Sandaltan, and some dude named TJ. Y’all have been helpful for this newbie…[Read more]
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Feet of Climb / Elevation Question in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 11 months, 2 weeks ago
My training route today was a 24 mile round trip. Total net elevation gain was zero…because I started and ended in my driveway. Total climbing was about 1,200 feet because of the all the *little* ups and downs along those 24 miles.
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Looking for a team from Virginia in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Outdoors? It was 3 degrees this morning. I’ll email you…
Barry Schnoor replied to the topic Looking for a team from Virginia in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Jo,
I’m in Winchester. My team is recently closed…and it’s just my brother and sister and I. But if you want to train on Cedar Creek / Middle Road, or Skyline Drive (you know…to prep for all those Iowa hills…let me know.