mcdermott1
- Active 9 months, 3 weeks ago
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Century Day in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Matt , well spoken . Your comments are spot on. This will be my 6th Ragbrai this year and I’m looking forward to the “ mandatory “ 100 miler . I think it’s a great tribute to Mr Karras and I believe it was a privilege seeing him last year for the last time when I received the Karras patch. As you stated , no one is forcing anyone to do a Ragbrai…[Read more]
mcdermott1 replied to the topic What is your favorite pie?? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 years, 8 months ago
Wow , tough question …. I’d say at the Amish stands with the home made ice cream i like the apple , then on the second stop blueberry . But at the church ladies I like to go with the strawberry reubarb! But then again the church ladies have great pecan pie too ! ….such a hard decision…. it’s the only stress I have on Ragbrai , trying to pic…[Read more]
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Welcome Dieter Drake! in the forum Miscellaneous 3 years ago
On behalf of Ragbrai Nation …..Thank you Dieter Drake for stepping forward and taking on the challenge !
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Some of us would like to do both rides in the forum Miscellaneous 3 years ago
Good summary and well said Joseph Schlau.
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Here is my packing list for RAGBRAI 2019. Thoughts? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 5 months ago
Put sweatband on the list . I learned to wear one after my first time on Ragbrai . My sweat kept getting in my eyes and made me hem sting . All was good once I wore a headband to collect the sweat .
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Here is my packing list for RAGBRAI 2019. Thoughts? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 5 months ago
add to list : spare tire tube and device to inflate in case of a flat, Chamois Butt’r Anti-Chafe Cream, good light weight breathable rain jacket.
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Here is my packing list for RAGBRAI 2019. Thoughts? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 5 months ago
way, way to much stuff. You won’t use half of all that stuff, way to much cloth. I’d add bike and helmet to the list tho ! LOL
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Is a lock necessary? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 6 months ago
I’m about to do my 4th Ragbrai, and I do not believe I have ever seen a bike locked up anywhere on the ride. However, on the other hand, if I owned a $6000 plus bike , I may consider using one. I would think if some one is going to take a bike , they would try take a higher end bike.
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Safety question for partial week rider / RV driver in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 6 months ago
I agree 100% with FastEddy. I think it is very unsafe and would put a lot of riders at a potential risk for injury. I know sometimes it’s necessary to ride against the flow for short periods, but if it’s not necessary then I think it would be irresponsible. This will be only my 4th Ragbrai so I don’t have a long experience like some riders , howev…[Read more]
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Positive Jam for our RAGBRAI Director and staff, Let's Hear It. in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 9 months ago
Simply stated …TJ and his staff are the BEST….they know how to get it done ! See you all on the road in July !
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Who can we rent bikes from? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 10 months ago
Check out Pork Belly Ventures (PVC), it’s one of the Ragbrai charters , I’m pretty sure you can rent bikes from them . In addition , I’ve used their charter service the last 3 years and will again this year . I’ve been very happy with them , no complaints at all . You will have a blast on Ragbrai . See you Iowa !
mcdermott1 replied to the topic The Route's Out, What Do You Think? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 10 months ago
Great job to TJ and his team on a fantastic route for 2019. I loved the twist on the ending river town. Thanks go out to TJ and his staff for all the hard work and endless hours of work you put in to make Ragbrai such a fantastic event. You guys are the best !!
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Electric assist bikes? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 10 months ago
Interesting … I wonder if Truman would have said “If you can’t stand E-bikes stay out of Ragbrai” ?
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Electric assist bikes? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 11 months ago
TJ , thank you for providing clarity on the E-bike issue .I agree 100% with your mature , well thought out opinion on the use of E-Bikes on Ragbrai. All your work is greatly appreciated, you do a great job . I’m looking forward to another great experience riding cross Iowa next July ! Thanks again for all you do on behalf of all us riders.
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Electric assist bikes? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 12 months ago
Well said WRJ !
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Electric assist bikes? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 years, 12 months ago
After reading and thinking about everyone’s view on this topic, I agree with Cory Rood’s opinion…”as long as it requires peddling, who cares?” “You do you and let other people do themselves”. I do a lot of riding and I view this as a fun social ride, it’s not the Tour De France . For those that are looking for a more challenging , competitive…[Read more]
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Receiving Materials? in the forum Miscellaneous 4 years, 5 months ago
My friend and I received just received ours last week.
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Receiving Materials? in the forum Miscellaneous 4 years, 5 months ago
My friend and I received just received ours last week.
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Team Air Force in the forum RAGBRAI XLV – 2017 4 years, 8 months ago
The airforce bike team members are fantastic, angels on wheels earning their wings ! I did not have to use their help personally, however, I did see them help tons of riders along the route. Several times when I had stopped to rest they asked if everything was ok as they rode by making sure I was ok . I have the utmost respect for those…[Read more]
mcdermott1 replied to the topic Road Bikes on the Gravel Loop in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 4 years, 8 months ago
I did my first Ragbrai in 2016 with my son before he left for his first week of college . It was also the first time, and last time, I did the gravel loop. We did it because it was Sunday and we wanted to attend mass at St.Patricks Church that was along the route. I was on my Trek Domani rd bike and lost control going down a hill to fast , went…[Read more]
