Torched my Ultegra rear derailleur yesterday in mud over my rims, which didn't even look that wet until I was buried in it. Somehow picked up a rock, which went over the first pulley, locked up the drivetrain and yanked the rear derailleur OVER the rear axle. I had two gears coming home. At least the chain didn't break!
Ran 2 before the ride, and one after, just to make sure the tank was empty. The legs still felt amazing though, even though I'd gone 30+, the first half into 20+ sustained headwinds. Feels good to know I'll have some punch when I get to the start line. Just need to start going a LOT longer to be sure the punch will be there at mile 195!
Micah.
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Micah, I'm going to Hiawatha next week, all week. Where to ride? Should I bring a road or mt bike? I'm likely staying at the cabins.
Casey - bring the MTB. I'll be happy to drop a map of the county by the cabins, with a couple of ideas. How far are you going? You'll get some good hills wherever you are, but if you want my favorite, I can point it out. Roads are getting dry now, so you should be good about any direction. I stay off of chip/seal and highways whenever I can. I don't count on Redneckian drivers around here to be watching for me most of the time, and they take those roads pretty fast. My cell is 785 741-3575. Let me know when you are around!
And, what brings you to Hiawatha?
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