Joe Chavis
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Joe Chavis replied to the topic Some of us would like to do both rides in the forum Miscellaneous 1 day, 13 hours ago
I got at least 20 riding kits( Or I can find a laundry)…retired…already be in Iowa -don’t care how many miles it is from the end of IR to RAGBRAI. Got my van , got my trailer. May need a new crew – all retired or having 2weeks to give up for the experience. Ima ride both. Might be a one time chance of a lifetime.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Iowa’s Ride new dates in the forum Miscellaneous 4 days, 18 hours ago
Well, this decision is almost perfect.Living in NC and traveling to Iowa (LONG DRIVE) for what will be my 24th consecutive ‘rag’ ride -I have been quiet. Until now. I have opinion galore but no sayso on the recent rift. I love Iowa – the state, it’s inhabitants and RAGBRAI(obvious?) .. but.being just another visitor -Mr.TJ hasn’t the slightest…[Read more]
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Tips to move old RAGBRAI bike tags? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 3 weeks ago
DO NOT ebba ebba nebba ebba ride a different bike to RAGBRAI. Man I shoulda been a NASA level problem solver. Stack ’em up.
BE Fun Have Safe
Joe Chavis replied to the topic No Mississippi Dip in Keokuk? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 3 weeks ago
IF you wanna dip….. I’m sure you can find the river, once you arrive. Official dippin’ spot or not.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Who all is going to Marne ?? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Yeah, I keep seeing this question, and wonder why it’s a question, ’cause less I flunked remedial reading Marne is on the route? So I assume it’s to seek – inside info as to whether or not Marne is a thing to do stop? So to answer, Marne was a great stop when it was not a stop. My first ever really crazy naked(ish) beer slide stop….drink a bit…[Read more]
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Team with bus, looking for in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 4 weeks ago
This sounds great. Too bad so sad, that I am already traveling in my ole ‘hope we make it’ van from North Carolina. Ima keep you in mind for future RAGBRAI treks.
Be Fun Have Safe
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Is a lock necessary? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 5 months, 4 weeks ago
23rd RAGBRAI, never locked my bike. Never been stolen, but I do for the most part ride crap bikes? A couple of my traveling partners, stole my bike from me whole is was sleeping, ( their idea of a joke) on one trip and sold it to some lady for $25. She took it to her camp, but her husband assured her it must be a joke…. they returned the bike.…[Read more]
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Stay @ Centerville – July 24 in the forum Miscellaneous 6 months, 1 week ago
RIDERS – IF YOU NEED A SWEET PLACE TO STAY THAT IS OUTSIDE OF THE “FRAY” WE HAVE A LODGE IN THE RURAL CENTERVILLE AREA. WE HAVE SOME ROOMS LEFT AND ALSO HAVE SOME CAMPER HOOKUPS. IF YOU WANT TO CHAT ABOUT WHAT WE HAVE CALL 641-895-4810 AND ASK FOR PATTY
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Joe Chavis replied to the topic Riders coming from NC? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Hey David. I ‘ran into Gene’ on the coastal ride in Edenton – actually @ the shower truck. He told me about your Van trip. Well, you didn’t tell me? Thanks. If you see my ole broke down van on the way and it’s “broke down”… Ya better stop and offer me a ride to Iowa. Just me. Forget the others, they can walk. Be Fun Have Safe.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Marne in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 7 months, 2 weeks ago
I remember Marne – “The town RAGBRI forgot”. Circumvented the ‘keep right’ sign and participated in my first ‘not fully clothed’ beer slide that year. Oh to be young again.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Connecting roads in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Yes. Once again, late reply, subject already covered, yadda yadda, from me. Follow the people, follow the “sinage”. 22 rides, never even looked at a map. Ride on. Ride on.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Tickets in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 7 months, 4 weeks ago
With luck, this will be my 23rd RAGBRAI. Of the previous 22 – I did not make the lottery 2 times. Each time, however, I was able to secure a ticket (pass) from individuals unable to attend. (forum listings)
Have Safe Be Fun
Joeboy
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Footwear Suggestions? Other gear? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Well stated T GapWoo. And by no means….was I implying that my pedal stroke is any bit the gooder clipped, strapped, or flat – one way or the other.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Des Moines area team looking for additional members in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Hi. This sounds like a great group. I have morphed, from flying into Des Moines solo from NC (first 3 years) to renting, begging, borrowing, actually buying -Motorhomes, vans, cars, trucks (no buses YET) – and somehow making my way to Iowa in July for 22yrs. Now.
We enjoy the thrill of knocking on doors and asking seeking begging for the right to…[Read more]
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Footwear Suggestions? Other gear? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 8 months, 2 weeks ago
You seem to have received great advice on the shoe selection options.
Good info from an informed and helpful group. Only thing I did notice, the reason for clipping in – using today’s cleat and cleat locking pedal style system is that in theory: the rider also ‘pulls’ up as well as pushes down while pedaling, therefore, adding more power to ones…[Read more]
Joe Chavis replied to the topic cell phone service in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Plan to ride 23rd consecutive RAGBRAI in 2019. If memory serves, and I am gettin’ a bit in the tooth… I probably rode ’bout as many without a cell phone as I have with. ADVICE: Turn the thing off, while riding. It saves the battery and most riders I’ve seen got no real business trying to talk and ride anywho. Stop, check in with whoever at home,…[Read more]
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Join the Marine Corps parents' team, Da'MoMs in the forum Clubs, Teams & Charters 9 months ago
Hi kids. Love this idea. I can not ride with you guys as a Da’MoM. However as a Da BeenIn. I’d love to wave at ya and speak if I see you. Served in the Corps 1969-1971. And remember, the Marines are actually a department of the Navy. The “mens” department. Have Safe Be Fun.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic RAGBRAI BUS – PRICE REDUCED!! in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 9 months ago
Would be of interest – to see the bus.
Joe Chavis replied to the topic Yes, I'm the jerk that will remove posts that are ridiculous in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 9 months, 1 week ago
Hi, late on seeing this post, question concern. All I gotta say is… if you do not wish to legally register, this ain’t the spot to brag about it. AND if your only reason to not do so is “too hard to find your bags” carry em with you as you obviously plan to do anyway. You are allowed to ride self contained as a registered rider.
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