Just a hint for entering web addresses (URLs) on a message board like this, especially if the link is long and 'complicated'. When a link address runs over to...
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Dave
nitemoves60
Dec 9, 2008 6:34 am
You don't really have to resort to tinyurl <http://tinyurl.com/> to resolve the length problem. I like to avoid gibberish in what I write, so I just link the...
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Dave
nitemoves60
Dec 9, 2008 6:44 am
Well, that's embarassing. Apparently the link process doesn't work here like it does in email and other places that use Rich Text. It still works, and you...
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onyaleft9
Dec 17, 2008 8:48 pm
I plan to ride TOSRV this year. I have never ridden it and I would like to wait until last minute to see what the weather is going to do. Is there registration...
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pdmasterson77@...
pdmasterson77
Dec 17, 2008 8:53 pm
Just sign up half the fun is the crappy weather. Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T ... From: onyaleft9 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com> Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:48:05 To:...
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jbb9495
Dec 17, 2008 8:54 pm
... like ... Hey Don, From someone who's done TOSRV many times....the weather always stinks.Plan on 2 things; signing up early so you can get a nicer "gym" ...
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carolyn.daly@...
carolyndaly52
Dec 17, 2008 8:59 pm
I will be out of the office starting 12/17/2008 and will not return until 09/24/2010. If you have questions regarding claims please contact Bob Scott at...
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Jorhi
grassland5099
Dec 17, 2008 10:17 pm
Half the challenge of a two-day century ride is dealing with uncertain weather. Most any schmuck can ride their bike 100 miles in perfect May weather. But...
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mrwwrm1
Dec 18, 2008 1:58 am
If I remember correctly, they did offer a limited number of Friday evening registrations, but they cost more. Just plan on it being wet and cool and if we get...
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John
jscat100
Dec 18, 2008 3:55 am
No it's not likely that TOSRV will fill up. But go ahead and make the commitment as soon as possible so you can prepare yourself for the trip. Once...
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Richard Beck
sgtrbeck
Dec 18, 2008 2:46 pm
Yes, the weather can be as much of a challenge as the 200 miles. Please remember these words and use them in everything you do: Plan for the worst and hope...
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Dan
dw12dw12dw12
Dec 18, 2008 5:32 pm
A real cyclist doesnt really care about the weather on TOSRV. Having this ride in May you can get weather that ranges from sunny and hot to cold, rainy and...
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onyaleft9
Dec 18, 2008 8:08 pm
Hey Schmuck, Who you calling a schmuck? LOL. Us old guys getting close to the the big 70 didn't get here by being stupid! BUT-- I agree with you and everyone...
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Jorhi
grassland5099
Dec 18, 2008 9:42 pm
Most excellent responce...press on with pride. I hope to be the first in line at Tracy Park in Portsmouth to buy you a cold beer. ... From: onyaleft9...
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Richard Beck
sgtrbeck
Dec 19, 2008 1:31 am
Actually... a Real Cyclist goes down to the river and back to the Capitol City Saturday in twelve hours.... barefooted. Not barefooted, but yes in twelve...
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Dan
dw12dw12dw12
Dec 19, 2008 2:03 am
R Beck, what the heck are u talking about! lol! ... From: Richard Beck To: tourofthesciotorivervalley@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2008 8:31 PM...
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Dave
nitemoves60
Dec 26, 2008 9:44 pm
Many cyclists have a tradition of riding on New Year's Day. I will be out riding on 1/1/2009, mileage depending on the weather. In Columbus there is an...
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Richard Beck
sgtrbeck
Dec 27, 2008 1:43 am
DaveK is so nice to mention a New Year's Ride no matter where you live. This is a great way to set your mind for cycling 2009. The ride to the Ohio River...
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Bela Ryan
bela_ryan
Dec 27, 2008 7:26 am
10 hours....
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John
jscat100
Dec 27, 2008 3:23 pm
I like to think that we are all "real cyclists" no matter how long it takes to do the ride. ... From: Bela Ryan <bela_ryan@...> Subject: [TOSRV] Re:...
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fishermba2004
Dec 29, 2008 8:45 pm
Does anyone have a favorite place to get cycling clothes altered? I have some arthritis in my knees and can't tolerate tight tights over my kneecaps. I'd...
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Richard Beck
sgtrbeck
Dec 31, 2008 1:33 pm
Fisher, This is a good question. Here is the simplest answer, I mean besides the obvious solution of moving to south Florida every winter. Not THAT...
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Andrew Scott
scottlax82
Jan 4, 2009 5:46 pm
If nothing else, you can buy embrocations, aka Belgium knee warmers, which are essentially rubbed on the knees during cold weather. They act not unlike Icyhot,...
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lanedarlene@...
lanedarlene...
Jan 4, 2009 5:46 pm
Hi, I am starting to train a bit for TOSRV this year. This will be my first one. I don't have a trainer. However, I love Jazzercise and strength training...
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Janine Battistone
janinebattis...
Jan 4, 2009 9:00 pm
Hi Darlene and all listmates, I have found many suitable pieces of clothing (e.l. rain gear, polar fleece jackets, lycra tights and the likings) at area second...
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dwskana
Jan 5, 2009 3:24 am
Any advice re riding a tandem on TOSRV? Or, are single bikes preferred?...
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computechoo7
Jan 5, 2009 3:33 am
I got in a 32 mile ride yesterday the temp was 30 degrees but the sun was out in full force. Nice ride, a bit tired as I kept my heart rate around 80%. ...
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computechoo7
Jan 5, 2009 3:33 am
I got in a 32 mile ride yesterday the temp was 30 degrees but the sun was out in full force. Nice ride, a bit tired as I kept my heart rate around 80%. ...
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Bruce Metcalf
mithrander99969
Jan 5, 2009 4:02 am
Are you experienced tandem riders? If so, it's an awesome ride for a tandem. Pace lines tend to form behind them, so if you're a novice team you might want to...
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mrwwrm1
Jan 5, 2009 1:18 pm
You will see lots of tandems on TOSRV and I have ridden both on a tandem and on a single. Although pacelines and wheel suckers do tend to appear behind...
