Herschel

Herschel replied to the topic RV Drivers – Where to put the bikes? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 year, 8 months ago

My Class A has a receiver hitch on the front and back so 2 three bike carriers do the job.

Herschel replied to the topic Seeking Info about RVs at RAGBRAI in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 year, 8 months ago

So Niles, did an RV run over your mother or what?

My major reason for using an RV and missing out on the true experience is I prefer my own shower. If the true RAGBRAI experience is standing angle deep in shower water with 5 men you don’t know then I will miss out then.

Herschel replied to the topic Burlington week long parking in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 3 months ago

Google and call Bickels Bike and fitness.

Herschel replied to the topic Connecting roads in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 6 months ago

I was close to Montrose today so I drove Peach Tree from 218 to Montrose. It is paved the whole way by chip in seal. Pretty drive and a wheee.

Herschel replied to the topic Motorhome and Ragbrai? (newbie) in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 6 months ago

My wife drives our 31 foot motor home as our support team. If we riders can get out early she has leaned to hit the road early and beat much of the lines, on the road and at campsites. To answer some of your questions:

1) There has always been a place to park, sometimes Walmart but all you need is a place. RV campgrounds are separate from tent…[Read more]

Herschel replied to the topic 'Walking' through the towns in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 6 months ago

I always wear sandals on RAGBRAI. Love the sandal tan.

Herschel replied to the topic Getting from Ending town to mid week town in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 7 months ago

My daughter has decided to not start at Centerville so we will not be travelling there from Keokuk. Sorry for getting your hopes up. I guess it was too perfect.

Herschel replied to the topic Getting from Ending town to mid week town in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 7 months ago

We may be able to help as in my daughter and friend are also starting in Centerville so will leave a vehicle there and need a ride from Keokuk. I was thinking of taking the Tahoe back but could use the motor home if there are enough riders.

Herschel replied to the topic LOOKING FOR RV TIPS in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 7 months ago

Yeah finding the RV can be a challenge. My wife drives ours and does a great job of getting it around. She sends us a text of her location and we have learned to have her send a picture also because you will be looking a a sea of campers. Ask around to find the dump station in the towns. A hint my wife learned is to get on the road early to find…[Read more]

Herschel replied to the topic Last overnight town- Keokuk in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 7 months ago

I for one am glad to know we have been going the correct directions in the cornfields. I was already planning on giving our team drills to make sure we didn’t do it wrong but it turns out we’re good.

Herschel replied to the topic Is there a service that takes you to St. Louis or Chicago's Airports when done? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 7 months ago

Amtrak runs from Ft Madison and Burlington to Chicago.

Herschel replied to the topic RAGBRAI virgin! advice sought. thank you! in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 7 months ago

Another option depending on what direction live from Iowa is to come to the ending town (Keokuk) to leave your vehicle and catch a ride to the starting town. Then you can ride the last day at your leisure instead of pushing to make whatever time your ride west is leaving. There will be ride options posted closer to July to choose from.

Herschel replied to the topic Arthritis in knees in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 8 months ago

By overdoing the hills I mean I powered up instead of using high rpms. I knew better. It got to where riding was okay but couldn’t walk. And don’t think you won’t walk at RAGBRAI. Through all towns and sometimes we start walking a half mile before a town. A great experience so I hope you will make it.

Herschel replied to the topic Baseball Fans on Ragbrai – Burlington Bees in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 8 months ago

One great thing about minor league ball in a small stadium is that you are never far from the action. The Bees work hard to make it a fun time.

Herschel replied to the topic Arthritis in knees in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 8 months ago

I have abused and injured my knees at work over the years. I have found that the more I ride the less pain I endure. That said I agree with Den to take it easy. I did overdo the hills last year and paid for it. Hopeful to be smarter this year.

Herschel replied to the topic Bus back to Omaha, or bus from Keokuk to Quad Cities airport? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 8 months ago

Amtrak runs from Ft Madison to Omaha.

Herschel replied to the topic Amtrak – Getting from Keokuk to Ft Madison in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 8 months ago

If you want to ride back to Ft Madison from Keokuk then look at the Illinois side of the river. Prettier ride and less traffic.

Herschel replied to the topic Amtrak – Getting from Keokuk to Ft Madison in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 years, 8 months ago

Yes, the Southwest Chief has a stop in Ft Madison. We will be travelling from Keokuk through Ft Madison on our way home after the ride. I am sure we could haul another rider and gear. The problem is it looks like the train leaves Ft Madison at 10:50 AM. so you might have a day layover.

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