Parsnip Totin Jack ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #1 Posted January 3, 2020 Anyone making plans for big rides or tours in 2020? I’m riding the BikeMS Chesapeake Challenge with Mike again. June 13th in Easton MD. Jamey wants me to ride the GAP/C&O Canal trail with him in May. He wants to cover the 330 miles in four days. It’s doable, but we won’t see much. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #2 Posted January 3, 2020 Just now, Old#7 said: Jamey wants me to ride the GAP/C&O Canal trail with him in May. He wants to cover the 330 miles in four days. It’s doable, but we won’t see much. No....you wont see much. I would do that ride again but would want to see more so I would take longer than we did on the Great Adventure. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BR46 Posted January 3, 2020 Popular Post Share #3 Posted January 3, 2020 2 minutes ago, Old#7 said: Anyone making plans for big rides or tours in 2020? Park my motorhome in your driveway and ride from there to where ever the road takes me. 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Zephyr Posted January 3, 2020 Popular Post Share #4 Posted January 3, 2020 My wife wants to do her first century on our 30th anniversary on June 16th on the Coeur d'Alene trail in Idaho. That is my only scheduled big ride so far this year 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #5 Posted January 3, 2020 Oh plans...none yet but I better make them..last year was very few miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #6 Posted January 3, 2020 13 minutes ago, Old#7 said: Anyone making plans for big rides or tours in 2020? I’m riding the BikeMS Chesapeake Challenge with Mike again. June 13th in Easton MD. Jamey wants me to ride the GAP/C&O Canal trail with him in May. He wants to cover the 330 miles in four days. It’s doable, but we won’t see much. I am always in the "planning" stages - more likely the "considering" portion of the planning stage - and never into the actual committing and scheduling stage I want to do something bigger and longer this year, but am having a bitch of a time deciding. I had thought I might try a Dolomites or Pyrenees trip, but it just becomes a bit of torture because I am aiming for lots of riding, but my wife is not into that the same way. And I suck at travel planning (she excels), but I can't lay it in her lap to sort out what I want. Anyway, we opted for a traditional Spanish vacation in April, but that still leaves me without my cycling trip. Times a-ticking so I need to get my ass in gear. I was talking to my cycling friend on our New Years Day ride about this one, but it is a HUGE commitment to train up appropriately. Seems awesome, but again, lots of needed saddle time to get in proper shape to enjoy it. I may also suggest sorting out a US Colorado/Utah/western states ride instead. We'll see. The Gap ride is still on my wife and my list of rides we can both do together. That may still be in the cards. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #7 Posted January 3, 2020 Still planning some bikepacking trips, but Capitol Reef or Bears Ears might happen in the spring. Summer could be Olympic Peninsula, Iceland, Colorado mountain cabins or elsewhere. I'll map and price the trips, then let my GF decide where we should ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #8 Posted January 3, 2020 No big plans, just going to take it day-by-day once I get back in the saddle and just enjoy riding. Which is on 1/21 May do my club's up north bike trip in June though. This year is back to gravel riding. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #9 Posted January 3, 2020 Just now, bikeman564™ said: No big plans, just going to take it day-by-day once I get back in the saddle and just enjoy riding. Which is on 1/21 May do my club's up north bike trip in June though. This year is back to gravel riding. Yay gravel! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #10 Posted January 3, 2020 4 minutes ago, dennis said: Yay gravel! I know right? I'd like to do some gravel races again too. Not to place, but just to have fun and ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Kzoo Posted January 3, 2020 Popular Post Share #11 Posted January 3, 2020 2019 sucked for mileage - actually 2018 and 2019 sucked for mileage. My plan is to get on the bike more. 'priorities' 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BR46 Posted January 3, 2020 Share #12 Posted January 3, 2020 One ride that Wo46 and I were talking about doing again is what we call ferry to ferry ride. We bike to Milwaukee, take the car ferry to Michigan, ride north to the other car ferry ride home. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySTL ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #13 Posted January 3, 2020 Katy Trail Ride 2020. Hopefully it won't be canceled due to flooding like last year. I've done it many times - once with Petite. This year WoJSTL is going to ride with me on a tandem! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted January 3, 2020 Share #14 Posted January 3, 2020 I already registered for the Redlands Strada Rossa in March, I plan to ride the Big Bear MTB Fondo again in Sept and maybe the Belgian Wafer Ride in May but it’s kinda expensive. I need to decide soon tho as it will sell out. I’m thinking of doing the Barn Burner (Leadville Qualifier) in Sept and maybe another dirt related fondo for either gravel or MTB. I mainly just want to ride my cross & MTB more and on mixed terrain. I have goal to give my Bianchi a complete rest in 2020. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #15 Posted January 3, 2020 1 hour ago, Razors Edge said: want to do something bigger and longer this year, but am having a bitch of a time deciding. I had thought I might try a Dolomites or Pyrenees trip, but it just becomes a bit of torture because I am aiming for lots of riding, but my wife is not into that the same way. And I suck at travel planning (she excels), but I can't lay it in her lap to sort out what I want. I had more vacation time from work than my wife did. When possible we always vacationed together. My extra weeks were always on my bike adventures. My wife’s work advanced her vacation time faster than mine did and she caught up. I tried to hide my disappointment that my bike adventures were done. She started blowing off work for various reasons using up comp time and next thing you know I had a week of time off that she didn’t have left so I still managed to get a week long adventure each year. I think that was intentional but we never talked about it. 1 hour ago, Old#7 said: Anyone making plans for big rides or tours in 2020? I’m riding the BikeMS Chesapeake Challenge with Mike again. June 13th in Easton MD. Jamey wants me to ride the GAP/C&O Canal trail with him in May. He wants to cover the 330 miles in four days. It’s doable, but we won’t see much. If pressed for time doing the trail fast is ok, it gives you a feeling of accomplishment. Now that I’m retired I don’t have to get it done fast. When we were planing Petites big adventure I told her I didn’t care how many days it took. We decided on eight days, it was nice. When I did it the first time I only had six days to do it and people told me the average was eight days. I was worried that I wouldn’t get it done and run out of time. I did 93 miles the first day and then looked at a map and realized I got this. I slowed down the rest of the trip and finished in five days. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #16 Posted January 3, 2020 1 hour ago, Kzoo said: 2019 sucked for mileage - actually 2018 and 2019 sucked for mileage. My plan is to get on the bike more. 'priorities' This. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 3, 2020 Share #17 Posted January 3, 2020 We are planning to do the Mt. Washington century ride again this year. @Square Wheels suggested it last year and it was a great ride. We may go to the Lac St. John area of Quebec and do some riding there too. We have a backpacking trip planned for Gris Mornes NF planned for August. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted January 3, 2020 Share #18 Posted January 3, 2020 My riding in 2019 ended in July because of the shoulder. I still haven’t gotten back in the bike. I have the bike tour with my dog still planned for this summer, but the route may change a little. But this year, I hope to do more hiking and biking. I’ve set my sights on thru hiking the Appalachian Trail in the spring/summer of 2021, so I need to get my body ready. Mrs Z and I have mapped out the plan. And I’ve discussed the extended leave of absence with my boss. But until then, I hope to get some miles in. We started the New Year off with a hike on New Year’s Day and I’m looking at getting out this weekend. I’m creating a blog site to record my preparation as the time approaches and the journey itself. If anyone is interested, I’ll let you know when I launch it. Peace 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #19 Posted January 3, 2020 15 minutes ago, Zealot said: My riding in 2019 ended in July because of the shoulder. I still haven’t gotten back in the bike. I have the bike tour with my dog still planned for this summer, but the route may change a little. But this year, I hope to do more hiking and biking. I’ve set my sights on thru hiking the Appalachian Trail in the spring/summer of 2021, so I need to get my body ready. Mrs Z and I have mapped out the plan. And I’ve discussed the extended leave of absence with my boss. But until then, I hope to get some miles in. We started the New Year off with a hike on New Year’s Day and I’m looking at getting out this weekend. I’m creating a blog site to record my preparation as the time approaches and the journey itself. If anyone is interested, I’ll let you know when I launch it. Peace It sounds like fun. I’m not planning anything this year. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Further Posted January 3, 2020 Share #20 Posted January 3, 2020 I want to ride and run more. No big rides, but more regular on the local riding. There is paved forest road that climbs about 1000' in five miles, ten miles if you start at the highway, but only the second half climbs. I ride it at least once a year, want to ride it more often, and I'd like to run up the five that climb. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickinMD ★ Posted January 3, 2020 Share #21 Posted January 3, 2020 I'm just hoping to get in 2-3 days/week for an hour or so each time beginning in March or April. On Dec. 26th or 27th I lugged a 100 lb metal lathe around cramped quarters and final to a hand truck, my car, then to my BIL's house. My legs hurt when I moved until Jan 2nd. I definitely need to do so hill work on the bike and some workouts on a leg machine and maybe more swimming instead of just walking Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted January 4, 2020 Share #22 Posted January 4, 2020 Rubber side down. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted January 4, 2020 Share #23 Posted January 4, 2020 9 hours ago, BR46 said: Park my motorhome in your driveway and ride from there to where ever the road takes me. Can we rename you randy quaid? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootingstar Posted January 4, 2020 Share #24 Posted January 4, 2020 I have no idea, except bike nearly daily, when it's clear of ice/much snow. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted January 4, 2020 Share #25 Posted January 4, 2020 9 hours ago, bikeman564™ said: I know right? I'd like to do some gravel races again too. Not to place, but just to have fun and ride. Gravel is always fun. Enjoy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdc2000 Posted January 4, 2020 Share #26 Posted January 4, 2020 STOKR and possibly Ride the Rockies 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Airehead Posted January 4, 2020 Popular Post Share #27 Posted January 4, 2020 I want to ride local outside on a real bike. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsnip Totin Jack ★ Posted January 4, 2020 Author Share #28 Posted January 4, 2020 15 hours ago, Zealot said: My riding in 2019 ended in July because of the shoulder. I still haven’t gotten back in the bike. I have the bike tour with my dog still planned for this summer, but the route may change a little. But this year, I hope to do more hiking and biking. I’ve set my sights on thru hiking the Appalachian Trail in the spring/summer of 2021, so I need to get my body ready. Mrs Z and I have mapped out the plan. And I’ve discussed the extended leave of absence with my boss. But until then, I hope to get some miles in. We started the New Year off with a hike on New Year’s Day and I’m looking at getting out this weekend. I’m creating a blog site to record my preparation as the time approaches and the journey itself. If anyone is interested, I’ll let you know when I launch it. Peace I’d like to read your blog. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted January 4, 2020 Share #29 Posted January 4, 2020 I will join the Y and get on a spin bike, I think. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted January 4, 2020 Share #30 Posted January 4, 2020 Depends on whether I have back surgery. Almost no riding if I have surgery. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrapr ★ Posted January 4, 2020 Share #31 Posted January 4, 2020 more hills on the bike for this year. 1 day a week I think. No set mileage goals. Ride....Lots I was pissed yesterday. It was relatively nice (50's) & dry. I'm in Portland and all my bike gear is in Bend. I think I'm just going to throw my gear bag in the car just in case a nice day breaks out. For now it's snowshoe time! Mountain is getting some snow this weekend. First significant snow since Thanksgiving I think 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted January 4, 2020 Share #32 Posted January 4, 2020 19 hours ago, Further said: I want to ride and run more. No big rides, but more regular on the local riding. There is paved forest road that climbs about 1000' in five miles, ten miles if you start at the highway, but only the second half climbs. I ride it at least once a year, want to ride it more often, and I'd like to run up the five that climb. Similar for me. I just want to get back to a wider exploring of the next few counties like I used to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 4, 2020 Share #33 Posted January 4, 2020 Not much of a planner. Ride more. Would like to do Mt Washington Century - if life doesn't get in the way. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bikeguy Posted January 4, 2020 Share #34 Posted January 4, 2020 Similar to cousin Eddie’s reply, (minus the motor home) this year I’ll be leaving my driveway riding were the roads take me. I moved to a new home, and I will be learning where the roads take me. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 4, 2020 Share #35 Posted January 4, 2020 10 hours ago, Airehead said: I want to ride local outside on a real bike. Time for a ride around the lake again? If we can find FSOG. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groupw Posted January 4, 2020 Share #36 Posted January 4, 2020 My mileage was down last year due to a horrible spring and family matters. No big events planned at this point. Hoping to be able to ride in some new locations and parts of the state I normally don't. There are a couple duathlons I want to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted January 4, 2020 Share #37 Posted January 4, 2020 38 minutes ago, Zackny said: Time for a ride around the lake again? If we can find FSOG. I cannot tell you how much I would love that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 4, 2020 Share #38 Posted January 4, 2020 20 minutes ago, Airehead said: I cannot tell you how much I would love that. I’d bet we can make it happen. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted January 6, 2020 Share #39 Posted January 6, 2020 On 1/4/2020 at 7:55 AM, Old#7 said: I’d like to read your blog. Thanks. Hopefully I’ll have it up and running this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted January 6, 2020 Share #40 Posted January 6, 2020 On 1/4/2020 at 5:17 PM, Zackny said: Time for a ride around the lake again? If we can find FSOG. What lake is that? I like riding around lakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indy Posted January 6, 2020 Share #41 Posted January 6, 2020 My main plan, to spend as much time riding around in my convertible with the top down as possible. I might try to hit some trails on a bike at some point too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BR46 Posted January 6, 2020 Share #42 Posted January 6, 2020 On 1/3/2020 at 6:25 PM, RalphWaldoMooseworth said: Can we rename you randy quaid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 6, 2020 Share #43 Posted January 6, 2020 3 hours ago, Longjohn said: What lake is that? I like riding around lakes. Oneida Lake outside of Syracuse. 60-65 miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smudge ★ Posted January 6, 2020 Share #44 Posted January 6, 2020 I won't be obsessed with building the shed this summer, and I miss my Hei Hei. More riding and exploring. And then sleep in the shed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted January 6, 2020 Share #45 Posted January 6, 2020 I want to ride at least 5 of the rides in the California Triple Crown series again this year, and hopefully 6. 3 will probably be Spring Solvang, Hemet, and the Grand Tour. Bass Lake in the fall. not sure about the 5th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smudge ★ Posted January 6, 2020 Share #46 Posted January 6, 2020 2 hours ago, az_cyclist said: I want to ride at least 5 of the rides in the California Triple Crown series again this year, and hopefully 6. 3 will probably be Spring Solvang, Hemet, and the Grand Tour. Bass Lake in the fall. not sure about the 5th. Shouldn't a Triple Crown involve three rides??? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted January 6, 2020 Share #47 Posted January 6, 2020 4 minutes ago, smudge said: Shouldn't a Triple Crown involve three rides??? The name of the organization is the California Triple Crown. Here is the description Winners in the prestigious California Triple Crown are the elite Long Distance Bicyclists in California since they have completed at least three Double Centuries in one calendar year. This site was created by Chuck Bramwell, the Executive Director of the California Triple Crown, to provide you with the latest information on these challenging events!! From the Ocean, to the Mountains, to the Deserts, the California Triple Crown rides provide a lot of awesome cycling adventures, challenges, beautiful scenery, great memories, and fun for each of us!! They also have a Gold award if you ride 5 CTC events and volunteer at one. There is an award for riding 25 doubles (well, you get to order a jersey). You are inducted into the CTC Hall of Fame for riding 50 doubles, and again if you ride 100. To order the CTC jersey you must ride at least 3 doubles in a calendar year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted January 6, 2020 Share #48 Posted January 6, 2020 9 minutes ago, smudge said: Shouldn't a Triple Crown involve three rides??? Have you seen his rides? He does a century as a warm up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Administrator Posted January 7, 2020 Share #49 Posted January 7, 2020 I honestly can't decide..... How about you all help me out? Here are the ones I am thinking of... Katy Trail Ohio to Erie Trail Vermont Green Mountain Trail Erie Canal Trail (Starting from Niagara Falls) My main goal is the Utah Cliffs trail, but that won't happen this summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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