mootsman
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mootsman replied to the topic Chain Lube in the forum Miscellaneous 2 days, 23 hours ago
Check out the videos on youtube on proper chain lube application. The goal is to lube the roller cams and not the outside of the chain or the cogs, chainrings. I use prolink and wipe all the lube off the outside of the chain and drive train. Stays quit and dirt free. Like the video says.
mootsman replied to the topic Virtually Impressed in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 weeks, 3 days ago
For those who sign up for Virtual RAGBRAI, let us know on this thread. I can think of plenty of virtual rides I can put on especially for $55 a pop. In fact I’ll offer discount, $50.
mootsman replied to the topic Virtually Impressed in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Yawn…. I’d be more apt to ride the yet to be named ride, the p-b-v signature ride Sept 18 – 20 that camps in 1 place and has 2 loop rides each day (real not virtual). 1 paved and 1 gravel loop each day but you can do both.
mootsman replied to the topic Latest on TJ in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 weeks, 4 days ago
TJ did great things for RAGBRAI and I wish him luck. It was a troubled ending though.
That aside I doubt IR will actually ever happen unless they try and be something different then RAGBRAI. I’d suggest a route that begins and ends in the same place to simplify rider logistics. And coordinate a little with RAGBRAI by 1) ending on the Friday…[Read more]
mootsman replied to the topic Des Moines Brewery Hopping? in the forum Miscellaneous 3 weeks, 3 days ago
I wonder if the construction will be completed in time for the Bacoon Ride on August 1st?
As far as the Brewery Hopping ride, if the Bacoon goes you might get some out of towners to join in who are coming in for the Bacoon. Assuming it happens on the Sunday after the Bacoon.
mootsman replied to the topic COVID 19: Asymptomatic people are highly unlikely to be carriers. in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 3 weeks, 3 days ago
Interesting new information. The media has of course referenced the states with increasing positive tests usually without even a passing nod to the fact that the states are all testing more. If you test more people in a week of course you’ll find more cases. The media now calls all increases “spikes”. Sounds more dramatic.
mootsman replied to the topic Anyone doing a DIY multi-day tour this summer? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 month, 2 weeks ago
I have a route out of La Crosse’s Myrick park loosely based on the LAX Wheelmen’s Killer Hill route. Climb’s up past Grand-dad bluff on County F to FO to OA into Barre Mill. Then a loop that includes West Salem and Bangor and points north. I can post the details if you want or track down the map and my old laption
mootsman replied to the topic Anyone doing a DIY multi-day tour this summer? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Larry,
Forgot to mention the Twin Cities has more paved trails then you could explore in a week. Especially nice from the far NE metro, just inside I-694 on the south frontage road along hwy 36 is the Gateway trail. And take the Browns Creek trail where the trails spit into Stillwater. Great restaurants but The Freight-House has the best outdoor…[Read more]
mootsman replied to the topic Anyone doing a DIY multi-day tour this summer? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Larry,
The Root River trails are great. Paved with little towns to stop at. Lanesboro makes a nice hub town. Elroy Sparta was nice many years ago when it was crushed stone but most of that was washed away and now it’s hard dirt when dry. Nice railroad tunnels but you’ll need a flashlight. Walk them to be safe. Another add on option are the Iowa…[Read more]
mootsman replied to the topic BACooN RIDE #7 in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months ago
I was planning on the exact same thing. The Bacoon Ride and the next day the High Trestle from Akeny. Of course a stop at The Fat Tire Longe.
mootsman replied to the topic Bubba's Pampered Peddlers in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 1 week ago
Jboz has it right. Thanks to Bubba for being open minded and setting things right.
mootsman replied to the topic Bubba's Pampered Peddlers in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 1 week ago
We get what you are claiming Bubba but it is not relevant and we don’t agree. When a circumstance not referenced in the contract (RAGBRAI canceled) causes the contract to be un-executable, the entire contract is voided with neither party being to blame. When that happens EVERYONE goes back to the state when the contract didn’t exist. So Bubba’s do…[Read more]
mootsman replied to the topic Bubba's Pampered Peddlers in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 1 week ago
Bubba is actually getting his own cancellation policy wrong. He states he keeps $300 if the RIDER cancels before May 20th. Obviously the riders did not cancel. Nothing in any charters contract addresses what happens if RAGBRAI is cancelled. And if you think just changing 48 to next year when RAGBRAI was going to happen anyway gives him an out you…[Read more]
mootsman replied to the topic Bubba's Pampered Peddlers in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 1 week ago
That was if you cancelled the contract, not if Bubba cancelled and refuses to honor his end. Legally he has to return 100% of the money but it is not worth suing over the amount. Make sure your clear on that point with Bubba. He has to return 100% because he cancelled.
mootsman replied to the topic Donate Registration Fees in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Best wishes for your health and your ability to do rides in the future. Both PBV and RAGBRAI mention they will look to put on rides this fall now that RAGBRAI is gone.
mootsman replied to the topic RAGBRAI, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone RAGBRAI XLVIII to 2021. in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 2 weeks ago
The Bacoon is run by a different organization (IBC) and they will make their own call. A 1 day ride with far fewer riders is not as challenging to cancel or postpone. The same group runs the Pigtails ride which they postponed until August 8th. I’d guess the Bacoon faces a postponement but not an out right cancellation also. Just watch their FB…[Read more]
mootsman replied to the topic Donate Registration Fees in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Bubba’s policy stinks. $300 for nothing. Maybe consider a different charter next year.
mootsman started the topic Route Announcement Party becomes The RAGBRAI Returns Party in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Even better the the RAP, a celebration of RAGBRAI’s return.
mootsman replied to the topic RAGBRAI decision April 15 in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Just the 10% off merch announced so far. Could they still be discussing what to do?
mootsman replied to the topic Donate Registration Fees in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 2 months, 2 weeks ago
That policy is if you cancel, not if RAGBRAI & Bubba cancel. I’d think Bubba would have to return most if not all the fees since very little in the way of expenses on Bubba’s end would still need to be spent. I know PBV’s default on cancelling is a 90% refund if cancelling by June 15th. So PBV people will get at least that much back. The same…[Read more]