Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Share #1 Posted January 20, 2019 Any wanna ride it with me? It's a beautiful, relaxing day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted January 20, 2019 Share #2 Posted January 20, 2019 YAY! Add a "cycling related" tag ASAP!!! What is the time & relationship to the Climb? I find that a hard one to justify the drive and days away to do. Are both the same weekend or different dates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #3 Posted January 20, 2019 16 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: YAY! Add a "cycling related" tag ASAP!! Yes sir. 16 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: What is the time & relationship to the Climb? I find that a hard one to justify the drive and days away to do. Are both the same weekend or different dates? Century = 7/27/19 Climb = 8/17/19 You'd have to be a real beast to do both on the same weekend. I'd never have time to train for that. The day after the century I am usually perfectly fine, but I would not have the energy to do the climb. I did the climb once. Unless I retire now and have lots of money and time to train, my one ride up will likely be the only one. I'm OK with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
late Posted January 20, 2019 Share #4 Posted January 20, 2019 I've ridden that area, it looks like it starts in Conway and goes to Pinkham Notch? That's one tough climb. You can stop at the Notch and get water or a snack. The ride down to Gorham is a lot of fun. I tried to keep up with some Harley riders once. I couldn't quite get there, but I had fun watching them ignore me. Stop a sec at Bear Notch, the view isn't the best, but it's a mellow place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #5 Posted January 20, 2019 4 minutes ago, late said: I've ridden that area, it looks like it starts in Conway and goes to Pinkham Notch? That's one tough climb. You can stop at the Notch and get water or a snack. The ride down to Gorham is a lot of fun. I tried to keep up with some Harley riders once. I couldn't quite get there, but I had fun watching them ignore me. Stop a sec at Bear Notch, the view isn't the best, but it's a mellow place. Bear notch is the first, and easiest climb. None are really that hard, Crawford is the hardest. There's a sustained 12 - 14% section, plus a long ride up to it of 3 - 4 % just to psych you out. It's just under 109 miles with about 6000 feet of climbing. It has a lot of really pretty scenery. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirwickWithCheese Posted January 20, 2019 Share #6 Posted January 20, 2019 53 minutes ago, Square Wheels said: Any wanna ride it with me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #7 Posted January 20, 2019 23 minutes ago, AirwickWithCheese said: I'll go slow, just for you. We'll keep it under 20. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirwickWithCheese Posted January 20, 2019 Share #8 Posted January 20, 2019 2 minutes ago, Square Wheels said: I'll go slow, just for you. We'll keep it under 20. Based on your last 2 results, I'd say there's not much danger of you keeping it above 5. Respectfully, Cheese 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #9 Posted January 20, 2019 Just now, AirwickWithCheese said: Based on your last 2 results, I'd say there's not much danger of you keeping it above 5. Respectfully, Cheese This is not too far from true. So, will you join us? @SpeedDemon might do it if you come. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirwickWithCheese Posted January 20, 2019 Share #10 Posted January 20, 2019 Just now, Square Wheels said: This is not too far from true. So, will you join us? @SpeedDemon might do it if you come. @SpeedDemon and I will wait and "cheer" for you at the salty bagel shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #11 Posted January 20, 2019 Just now, AirwickWithCheese said: @SpeedDemon and I will wait and "cheer" for you at the salty bagel shop. Sadly, she will likely pick you over riding with me. I must warn you, she is a bit of a hippie, and refuses to eat pretty much any carb. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirwickWithCheese Posted January 20, 2019 Share #12 Posted January 20, 2019 Speedy is very pretty. I was hoping she'd consider opening up her busom to me over bagels and Oreo cookies. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #13 Posted January 20, 2019 2 hours ago, AirwickWithCheese said: Speedy is very pretty. I was hoping she'd consider opening up her busom to me over bagels and Oreo cookies. She is, and she would, but then I'd have to kill you - twice. Make sure it's worth it. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2019 Share #14 Posted January 20, 2019 5 hours ago, Square Wheels said: Any wanna ride it with me? It's a beautiful, relaxing day. I may try and talk WoZack into doing it. I was in Bartlett for a training last fall and it looks like a great ride. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2019 Share #15 Posted January 20, 2019 5 hours ago, Square Wheels said: Any wanna ride it with me? It's a beautiful, relaxing day. We’re in. When does registration open? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smudge ★ Posted January 20, 2019 Share #16 Posted January 20, 2019 11 minutes ago, Zackny said: We’re in. When does registration open? Seriously?? That's cool!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #17 Posted January 20, 2019 17 minutes ago, Zackny said: We’re in. When does registration open? Not sure. The only reason I know the date is we know the organizer. We talked him into doing a timed section this year. I suggested on the easiest climb, he did it on the hardest. There is no pressure at all to register. It will never sell out. Not even sure they have a limit. You'll like it. Very well supported. 5 stops. Lot's of people driving around in cars / trucks. Cookout at the end. I know the two of you are fit, and living in NY you probably ride hills. All of the hills are very doable, then end is brutal, but short. My best time yet: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/2887539105 6:31 moving time. That last downhill is awesome, it feels like it goes on forever. 5 minutes ago, smudge said: Seriously?? That's cool!! You in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smudge ★ Posted January 20, 2019 Share #18 Posted January 20, 2019 I should, shouldn't I. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2019 Share #19 Posted January 20, 2019 2 minutes ago, Square Wheels said: Not sure. The only reason I know the date is we know the organizer. We talked him into doing a timed section this year. I suggested on the easiest climb, he did it on the hardest. There is no pressure at all to register. It will never sell out. Not even sure they have a limit. You'll like it. Very well supported. 5 stops. Lot's of people driving around in cars / trucks. Cookout at the end. I know the two of you are fit, and living in NY you probably ride hills. All of the hills are very doable, then end is brutal, but short. My best time yet: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/2887539105 6:31 moving time. That last downhill is awesome, it feels like it goes on forever. You in? Looking forward to it. We’ll make a 3-4 day trip out of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 20, 2019 Author Share #20 Posted January 20, 2019 37 minutes ago, Zackny said: Looking forward to it. We’ll make a 3-4 day trip out of it. If you're looking to stay nearby and somewhere quiet, we stay at Snowflake in. Very nice. If you call and book directly with them they have stay 2 night 3rd night free. You don't get that if you book online. The Wentworth is across the street, a little nicer, but a lot more money. 39 minutes ago, smudge said: I should, shouldn't I. Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Page Turner Posted January 20, 2019 Share #21 Posted January 20, 2019 6 hours ago, AirwickWithCheese said: 6 hours ago, Square Wheels said: I'll go slow, just for you. We'll keep it under 20. ...this would be the perfect opportunity for @AirwickWithCheese to get some good use out of his electric bicycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted January 20, 2019 Share #22 Posted January 20, 2019 I would do it, but that is the weekend that MeTV is having their Twilight Zone Marathon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
late Posted January 21, 2019 Share #23 Posted January 21, 2019 The North Conway Grand is half the price of the Snowflake Inn, and it's an ok place. We stayed there twice, once when we were bike touring. From there, if you head towards Conway (not North Conway) you will see Beas Cafe, decent place for a breakfast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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