knees36
- Active 5 years, 11 months ago
knees36 replied to the topic Hammock Camping? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 6 years ago
I’ve seen people (young people that is) sleeping under the baggage trailers in past RAGBRAI’s, but not in hammocks, but just sleeping bags laid out on the cement. Solid sleepers, I’d say. Knees36
knees36 replied to the topic Packing for RAGBRAI 2018 in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 6 years ago
I use PreparationH Medication Wipes for these old “bunnies” while on the ride. They come in flat plastic containers and are lubricated/medicated with Aloe for a comfortable smooth, cool ride…and they are easy to use. They are packaged flat and slip easily into a “seatbag….really! Cheers. Knees36
knees36 replied to the topic Hammock Camping? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 6 years ago
I would also recommend that you buy some mosquito spray to ward off those pesky little blood suckers (both types-poisoning them if they get close to you and repellent if they are anywhere near you and a searching for an easy meal.) Iowa’s summers can be very wet and a haven for those little guys and gals. Cheers. Knees36
knees36 replied to the topic Dogs on training routes in the forum Training 6 years, 1 month ago
I have two training routes that I use quite often. Dogs are on both of them and sometimes I ride on a third one that I end up on toward the beginning of RAGBRAI. My Marlo route (named after the dog on that route) always comes out and barks at me. I’ve tried all kinds of things, but Marlo doesn’t get any too close and barks until I leave. I’ve…[Read more]
knees36 posted an update 6 years, 1 month ago
my current email address is as follows: 106stubbyst@gmail.com
knees36 replied to the topic What are you riding? in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 6 years, 10 months ago
My old bike, a 1982 Trek 728 Touring frameset with friction shifting, granny gear set-up, my old platform pedals, etc, etc, will be taking me across Iowa this year if all goes well. It has some rust and needs a paint job but otherwise it is still (potentially) a smooth riding set of wheels. Am rebuilding it so it’ll be a retro ride for me this…[Read more]
knees36 replied to the topic First time old timers in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 6 years, 11 months ago
Will be 81 the on the 1st of July and will ride my 34th RAG. Yep, this ride grabs you and doesn’t let go very easily. Cheers. Knees.
knees36 posted an update in the group Dodger Cyclists 6 years, 11 months ago
I have not yet received confirmation as to my application to ride RAGBRAI for this year. Can you give me an update? Thank you for your kind attention to my request. Larry Purcell
knees36 replied to the topic Report from the route: Hills in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 7 years ago
For me it was Soggy Monday, 1981, and my first RAGBRAI. Our Iowa weather had been hot and wet up to the first day of RAGBRAI when we had some nice showers, but it changed drastically on that nest day. The temperature for Monday was a high of 49 degrees, strong headwinds were out of the NE (and, of course we were heading east) and we had a cold…[Read more]
knees36 replied to the topic What Bike Do You Have? in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 7 years ago
Hello Kevin. I’ll keep an “eye out” for your Woodrup on the ride this summer.
Cheers…Knees
knees36 replied to the topic What Bike Do You Have? in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 7 years ago
Yep, that’s my baby with a couple of changes and a worn original paint job. Thanks, ST, for the pic and the description. Makes me like it that much more. Knees.
knees36 replied to the topic What Bike Do You Have? in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 7 years, 1 month ago
Hi ST. Working on my special Trek 728 (original) cable housings for the derailluers (sp) right now. More on that toward the end of the week. I’d lay odds that one of our bikers will leave his home in Duncombe on the Saturday before RAGBRAI starts and ride straight through to Orange City and then climb on his bike to speed on to Spencer the next…[Read more]
knees36 replied to the topic What Bike Do You Have? in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 7 years, 1 month ago
I’m working on going “retro” this year by rebuilding my old Trek 728 touring bike….friction shifting, pedals with the old toe clips, granny gearing, 6 speed freewheel, etc., “the works.” It needs a paint job as well, but maybe I’ll get that done next year. Hoping to ride it to the starting town, Orange City, as a way to be sure it’s working…[Read more]
knees36 replied to the topic anyone else keep track of the rides they have done? in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 7 years, 1 month ago
This will be my 34th year on the ride (but Ihave not completed some of the rides) and I started doing a map like that for the first few years. Wish I would have kept it current like you did it. Congrats on your many RAG’s and your cool project.
knees36 replied to the topic Last night in Lansing? in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 7 years, 1 month ago
For quite a few years now I just plug along enjoying the last day of riding then stay in the last town for an overnight and have my wife come pick me up on Sunday. Love it!!! Knees36
knees36 replied to the topic More Words of Wisdom From My Daddy in the forum RAGBRAI XLIV – 2016 8 years ago
My uncle was a WWII veteran who ended up driving a truck into China and back on the Burma Road.. When he learned that I was enlisting in the Army he said, “Don’t volunteer for anything!!!” So, in zero week at Fort Bliss, TX, this crusty old sarge said, “I need two volunteers who can type.” Remembering what my Uncle Carl said, I thought to…[Read more]
knees36 replied to the topic in the forum knees36 8 years ago
Rode Twister Hill near Pilot Mound, Waterworks near Boone, Mockingbird Hill in Springbrook Park and the Loess Hills several times when leaving Missouri Valley Walked Potters Hill when I got to the steepest part…Dang!!!! AND I barely made it walking it!!!! Just got older, in my 70’s, and Potters Hill was the first hill I walked on any of the…[Read more]
knees36 replied to the topic Overnight Town Bands in the forum RAGBRAI XLIV – 2016 8 years ago
A small dance band and a partner who likes to waltz, polka or two-step would suit me just fine. Haven’t heard any of those bands for quite a few years now. Again, probably just wishful thinking. Dang. Knees36
knees36 replied to the topic Pass thru towns in the forum RAGBRAI XLIV – 2016 8 years, 1 month ago
TJ and his crew certainly does keep things interesting. Fun!!!
