SFC JKL 2

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Best Town, etc. in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 2 months ago

Lytton was really good, but I have to give the nod to Parkersburg and all of their “world’s greatest” signs.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic 2021 Rider Numbers in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 2 months ago

Numbers were down this year. No way were they close to 15k. The weather scared off some of the pirates and the media preaching the covid scare hit several others. My guess would have been 8-10k on a good day. Next year should be closer to normal.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic RAGBRAI, please keep one thing and change another… in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 2 months ago

The problem I have with the tractors and cable is that they are usually too short (I ride a 58). The best way is hang your brake levers over the cable. You can hang it with the front of the seat, but it’s less stable and the front wheel can tilt, moving things around.
The main reason for getting rid of kickstands is the chainstay tubes are too…[Read more]

SFC JKL 2 started the topic Roadkill in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Saw a feeder pig roadkill this morning. I can say I’ve never seen a pig before. Just because of the novelty, vultures are my favorite roadkill. Snapping turtle was the worst ever (Nothing ate it, so beside the awful smell, it stunk for a couple weeks). My question is what exotic roadkill have you seen in your travels over the years?

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Sunday Mileage?? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Depending on where you camp, the mileage is never correct anyway. It’s more of a guideline. We’ll get there when we get there.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Sleeping Gear in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 4 months ago

Fleece sleeping bag (liner) and a sheet. If it’s hot I use the sheet and sleep on the bag. If it’s cold, put the sheet inside the bag as a liner. Never had an issue.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Suggestions for what to do for riders in the forum Miscellaneous 6 months, 1 week ago

Ask them what their expectations are. A place to sit and a cold drink are nice. Normally some gatoraid before we move back into beer and beverages. A chance to relax a bit before setting up camp, shower and food.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Internet access during the week? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 6 months, 2 weeks ago

It should be pretty easy with a little pre-planning. Contact the overnight towns and they should be able to help you. You’ll need to tap into a hard line as cell phone are useless during most of the ride. Too many phones crush the systems in rural areas (no matter how much they tell you they do things to fix the problem). Texting works well.…[Read more]

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Attendance projections? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 6 months, 2 weeks ago

I think it will be lighter than normal because we are getting older and in trying to Destroy President Trump, the propaganda media did a really good job of terrifying everyone. Now we have a President trying to keep his dark winter going in their efforts to get as many people on the government dole as possible. Sorry you fell for it. If you…[Read more]

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic What is everyone riding? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2021 7 months, 1 week ago

2006 Trek 1000C. The only original part left is the handlebars. Now running an oval 2×11 with a rack and probably a pannier for Ragbrai. I normally have a stereo on the back, but have opted for a 12 pack cooler for Ragbrai. We have enough people with stereos I’ve never used it when I brought it.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Updated Site! in the forum Miscellaneous 7 months, 1 week ago

I seem to be a leper here now. Does anything work? Does anyone from Ragbrai reply to any questions sent to “contact us”? Am I registered or not? Is there a problem? Why can’t I see anything? What do we do if my Ragbrai account uses an email address that is no longer valid but you are not allowed to change your email address? What do you do…[Read more]

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic "Clean" RAGBRAI 2021? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 8 months, 2 weeks ago

Joseph S. The exact reason why I was with TJ on getting Ragbrai away from them. Enjoy your fake news. Stay locked up in your basement until Fuhrer Biden tells you it’s safe to come out. I heard sometime in 2024. Meanwhile I’ll be having fun riding around Iowa.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic "Clean" RAGBRAI 2021? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Gov Reynolds move is a big step. Of course the socialist republics of Des Moines and Iowa City are refusing to comply. Either way, we’ll be riding around Iowa that week whether they want us to or not.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic in the forum SFC JKL 2 8 months, 3 weeks ago

I’m okay as long as they still call it a hill.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic in the forum SFC JKL 2 9 months, 1 week ago

My legs are trashed but still move in a little circle OK. Since I quit running in 1997, I started cycling for my cardio. I would love to say weight loss, but cycling seems to do next to nothing for me in that regard. Almost strictly diet for me.
I ride some to be social and some to be alone. Outside of tailgating for football, I’ll drink more…[Read more]

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Who has registered? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 9 months, 2 weeks ago

I carried over from last year. We will be riding in IA whether Ragbrai has a ride or not.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Crystal Ball in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 10 months ago

I like Farms Boys (kids) because it’s the only place I can get a Diet Coke on Ragbrai without going into a building.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Crystal Ball in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 12 months ago

I think Iowa’s ride will go off in some fashion as long as Ragbrai is a go. I think Ragbrai will be a go because biker’s and pass thru towns will be demanding it by then. Either way, I’m sure I’ll be biking around some part of Iowa that week just like we did this year. But first, BRR registration opens Oct 31.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic "Clean" RAGBRAI 2021? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 year ago

It’s not the plague. Wear your mask and sanitize away. If you’re really worried, stay home.

SFC JKL 2 replied to the topic Rim vs. Disc Brakes, Worth While for Buying a New Bike? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 year ago

I thought about it when I lived in the mountains. The street I lived on was 18 degrees and I would have brake fade by the time I got to the bottom. Even then, I couldn’t justify pulling the trigger. I think the times I would benefit would be too few and far between. With that said, the correct number of bikes is N + 1 so I’ll never say never.

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