Jboz
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Jboz replied to the topic What to pack that you cant live without in the forum Miscellaneous 2 days, 21 hours ago
Don’t sweat the the little things. You will undoubtedly forget something, but you can pick up most of that from vendors at the expo and kiosks in overnight towns, or any HyVee or Casey’s.
But focusing on things you can’t easily grab on the road…
My absolute DO NOT FORGET list is as follows:
My prescription meds.
My RAGBRAI wrist/bike bands…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic Leaving a car in Atlantic? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 days, 10 hours ago
I heard back from the Chamber of Commerce. They recommended parking at the Walmart which he’s going to do.
Lisa, thanks for the offer.
Jboz replied to the topic How's the training? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 days, 12 hours ago
Just north of 800 miles. Got in 50 today, and still had plenty of gas in the tank. Would have done another 20 or so, but needed to get some stuff done at home.
Jboz started the topic Leaving a car in Atlantic? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 days ago
I’m riding 7 days, but my son is going to ride with me only on Day 1. Thought is to have him drop off his car in Atlantic sometime Saturday and leave it there so it’s waiting for him when he rides in Sunday afternoon.
Anything suggestions on where to leave it so that it’s safe and legal?
Jboz replied to the topic Anyone else bringing youth riders? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 1 week, 2 days ago
Brandi, it’s a healthy addiction. My son does like his beer, but thankfully he has avoided all the serious temptations that plague so many kids these days. I attribute much of this to his passion for cycling…which all started on RAGBRAI.
To anyone else reading this, get your kids involved in cycling!
Jboz replied to the topic Anyone else bringing youth riders? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 1 week, 2 days ago
Note of caution to parents with young riders: They get hooked!
My son did RAGBRAI with me the first time in 2012 at age 13. Brutally hot, but he did the entire ride. He has ridden 4 times since then, and completed a self-supported 1200 mile ride from Maine to Michigan when he was 17. He’s now 20 and is planning a transcontinental ride when he…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic haven't received actual wristbands yet in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 1 month ago
Got mine today…no email notice that it was coming though.
BTW, the jersey looks great!
Jboz replied to the topic First timer trying to choose which bike to bring in the forum Miscellaneous 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Here’s a thought. Nobody here really knows your riding style or physical condition, so take all opinions with a grain of salt. Take each bike out and do 60 or 70 miles, preferably under similar conditions but spaced a few days apart to allow for recovery. Then get yourself ready for a 3rd ride a few days later without a specific bike in mind.…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic Makeshift route ideas using past RAGBRAIs? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 months, 3 weeks ago
JWSKNK, they are planning 6 total days through Iowa. So with the first 2 days firmly established,4 days from Winterset to Clinton.
BTW, great suggestions here. Also considering roughly tracing the 1991 route, but diverting to Clinton on the last day. Pella is also a great idea…we know people there so that’s a plus.
Jboz started the topic Makeshift route ideas using past RAGBRAIs? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 2 months, 3 weeks ago
My son and some friends are going to ride across Iowa in May, starting in Omaha and making their way eventually to the Chicago area. They want to follow the Day 1 and Day 2 routes “as is”, but after Winterset they will need to route more northeast. I thought a good way to do the rough planning would be to trace together a few past RAGBRAI rou…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic Wednesday route? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months ago
Admittedly, it’s a little beyond my range, but it all depends on the weather. If it’s a rainy day, then I will skip the loop. If it’s really hot, I will skip. If strong headwinds, I will skip. If however it’s an absolutely perfect day with 75 to 80 degrees, low humidity and tailwinds, I just might give it a shot. A guy can dream, right?
Jboz replied to the topic Footwear Suggestions? Other gear? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 1 week ago
My son did a 1400 mile ride from Maine to Michigan. He owned several pairs of cycling shoes, but for whatever reason he and his buddies they did their research and ended riding with Converse sneakers. They did fine, but of course they were 16 & 17 and in great shape.
Personally, I use cycling sandals with recessed cleats which work great for…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic Electric assist bikes? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 1 week ago
Sad news to report and I thought it belonged in this thread. Jason Stoller, who posted passionately on this topic, sadly has passed away. This news breaks my heart. Jason was a very unique person, and he had an enormous heart. Jason and I spoke frequently, but had kind of lost touch last year. I saw him on Day 6 of RABRAI last year. In a sea of…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic cell phone service in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 1 week ago
While most riders understand that cell service is a ubiquitous need in modern society, I’ve encountered a few fellow riders over the years who have a purist, almost judgmental tone that RAGBRAI should be a no-phone zone. I agree with some posters who state the very real need for phones for periodic communication. It’s true that it might be…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic Blind cyclist from Colorado needs help in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 1 week ago
PP – The rider has stated that he needs help transporting a tandem. A tandem bike is a wonderful way for visually impaired people to enjoy cycling and RAGBRAI. It is also not specified whether the poster is the captain or the stoker. Either way, the poster is seeking help, not judgment.
Learn empathy and you won’t be treated like a jerk.…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic shuttle service/camping in yards in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 1 week ago
Prince, you don’t “pay for the lottery”. You pay to participate in RAGBRAI. If for some reason the lottery doesn’t yield you a wristband, you don’t pay. It’s that simple. The $185 is a small contribution to offset a whole lot of effort on the part of the organizers. The RAGRAI staff do all the route planning, logistics, they maintain this…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic Yes, I'm the jerk that will remove posts that are ridiculous in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 1 week ago
Not to beat a dead horse, but I just connected the dots. The person who is posting here worrying about theft in Keokuk is the same person who openly posted his intentions to ride bandit in the “panniers or racks” thread. I really have nothing more to say on this matter and will let forum readers draw their own conclusions from here.
Jboz replied to the topic Yes, I'm the jerk that will remove posts that are ridiculous in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 1 week ago
If you are uncomfortable with parking your car in Keokuk, just park in Burlington, dip there and bail Friday night. Problem solved. The rest of the RAGBRAI circus will ride on into Keokuk and take our chances with the great people there. Life is pretty much a gamble at every turn. There are no guarantees. The world is a wide spectrum of…[Read more]
Jboz replied to the topic Yes, I'm the jerk that will remove posts that are ridiculous in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 1 week ago
I find posts that disparage pie, pork, lemonade stands or waterslides to extremely offensive. Please remove any such abominations TJ!
Jboz replied to the topic A Group of Virgins with Questions/Concerns/Thoughts from the Group in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 2 weeks ago
“Doing a double century to get out in front of the crowds is the wackiest thing I have ever heard of.”
It’s like buying Super Bowl tickets, driving to the stadium and then deciding to stay in your car and listen to it on the radio so you can beat the traffic when the game ends.