Joe - Same problem here. It only loaded the long route for day 1. I'm ok with that, though. I'm glad it worked. This was the first time I loaded courses so I had to look it up. I love those damn interwebs! See everyone later this week.
Just an FYI. I packed swim stuff just in case we have to come up with plan B due to weather. Will find a pool if needed. Swim stuff packs easily. Plus there is a hot tub at the hotel
I hate computers. I tried to upload courses as John described on my apple, but no go. I updated to garmin express (the apple wasn't seeing my 500, only the 910) and somehow original driver is gone. No, I am not of this century...I would have been perfectly situated in a Jane Austin novel! GAH! After I am packed, I will try again! Grrrrr!
Trish - I used an apple when I did it. Try plugging in the Garmin, then look at your desktop and see if it shows a Garmin. If so, click on that to open the Garmin. Once opened, you should see some folders. Drag the courses one at a time into the New Files folder within the Garmin. Once everything is there, give it a few minutes to make sure everything is copied, then eject the Garmin and turn it on. Good luck! I did not use Garmin Connect for everything.
Coach - last night Anna told me that she felt a TON more confident on some of the rough sections of roads that we ride on... wait for it... because of the GRAVEL we rode during BRP Camp!
That's awesome, Rich! I also felt way more confident in my brewery ride's gravel parking lot where I attempted to ride when I usually unclip and walk. I ate it. Hard. Lesson learned.
Everyone looked at me like... That poor funny dressed lady. Take her drunk. She's home.
Hey - I am planning next year's calendar and noticed that I have not been paying for this Camp through PayPal. So, if I am "off the grid" somehow, I'm still in and ready to pony-up on my bill.
Yes Kim, I would say the average camper is under 3. I usually roll into camp at around 2.75. Its all about the proper gearing. Just last year, I went to a 11-32 because we were doing Beech mountain. Before that I've ridden 12-27 or 12-28. All with a 50/34 compact. Old knees liked the 11-32 better.
My current road bike is a triple. 30/39/50 teeth, 9-SPD 12-26. Don't know much about bikes but would that work or would I need more? (Not sure if triple makes a difference in your above reco)
@Kim- I did the camp last year and am a weak biker. You'll be fine as long as you are willing to push yourself beyond what you think you can do! It'll be hard but awesome!
@Kim - I know your work ethic. You will have no problem with the rides. Yes, it will hurt, but it's a good hurt. ; ) Well said, @Rachel. Minus the fact that you're a weak cyclist. That's some BS.
For anyone interested in doing this camp, go for it! For anyone worrying about gearing and their ability to make the rides, don't!
I did the camp last year with a compact front and an 11x25 rear (I've already changed it to a 28 rear in anticipation of next year). Sure, the climbing was not easy, but what climbing it easy? Anyone who has ever seen me knows that gravity is not my friend on an uphill, but I made it up every hill we rode. I had a blast at the camp, and so will you! Just do it, you know you want to!
I am on the waitlist for this (I think #2) feeling pressure to sign up for the TOC camp with a non-refundable deposit in case I don't get in here. Does anyone know how many people signed up last year and fell off, EG, what are my chances of holding out and making it in for this one..
@Kim- I did the camp last year and am a weak biker. You'll be fine as long as you are willing to push yourself beyond what you think you can do! It'll be hard but awesome!
Rachel - you are the little train that could. That triple ring ensured you could just motor up anything. Oh yeah, you are a strong cyclist on top of that!
I just made my $200 payment that somehow I didn't get done last May. For what it is worth, I was diagnosed with Melanoma Stage 1b on 27 May and kinda lost track of reality for about 6 weeks. I was "fixed" and have been policing up lots of little items that I let slip through during that six week ordeal.
Anyway - I'm officially in and will be bringing a De Rosa Planet road bike that I am having built right now! Hurling down the mountains on my tri-bike was quite the experience last year!
Sorry to hear about that glad that things are looking good. I am totally jealous of the new bike. As for camp, I am all in. To that end I got my "tri-bike" a sex change back to her roadie heritage. Little gender identity confusion there but you would be amazed how much lighter it is without all of the bottles and gear. Should make the downhills somewhat less white knuckled. See before and after photos here http://members.endurancenation.us/Forums/tabid/57/aft/19857/Default.aspx
My goal for this year is to have a goPro to get some of the downhills and see if they look as fast as they feel.
As for the w/kg thing, I would love to hit 3 but still am not there. I did day 1 last year on a 12-28 cassette and made a beeline for the bike shop that night and had a 11-32 cassette installed and it made a big difference. From a TSS standpoint, it was my biggest 4 day total before that time and although I was bringing up the rear on day 4, it was manageable. Can't wait to see you guys again.
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Is it Wed yet?
I am packing and going to add my swim stuff and a little running stuff too…..Maybe I can get Coach P to give me some running form suggestions.
I will also have a pump and some extra CO2 for those in need.
Last year we synced a bunch of the Garmins the night before rides. I have the files downloaded and we can do that again….
And I also have my plate and coffee mug so Anne won't leave me on the side of the road…..(and a small cooler for Beer!)
My eta will be around 1500ish
Brilliant planning and foresight!
:-)
Everyone looked at me like... That poor funny dressed lady. Take her drunk. She's home.
(of course - we are just being nice to build his confidence for Texas ;-)
Yes Kim, I would say the average camper is under 3. I usually roll into camp at around 2.75. Its all about the proper gearing. Just last year, I went to a 11-32 because we were doing Beech mountain. Before that I've ridden 12-27 or 12-28. All with a 50/34 compact. Old knees liked the 11-32 better.
@Paul I switched out my 28 for a 32. Best. Decision. Ever.
I did the camp last year with a compact front and an 11x25 rear (I've already changed it to a 28 rear in anticipation of next year). Sure, the climbing was not easy, but what climbing it easy? Anyone who has ever seen me knows that gravity is not my friend on an uphill, but I made it up every hill we rode. I had a blast at the camp, and so will you! Just do it, you know you want to!
Anyway - I'm officially in and will be bringing a De Rosa Planet road bike that I am having built right now! Hurling down the mountains on my tri-bike was quite the experience last year!
Sorry to hear about that glad that things are looking good. I am totally jealous of the new bike. As for camp, I am all in. To that end I got my "tri-bike" a sex change back to her roadie heritage. Little gender identity confusion there but you would be amazed how much lighter it is without all of the bottles and gear. Should make the downhills somewhat less white knuckled. See before and after photos here http://members.endurancenation.us/Forums/tabid/57/aft/19857/Default.aspx
My goal for this year is to have a goPro to get some of the downhills and see if they look as fast as they feel.
As for the w/kg thing, I would love to hit 3 but still am not there. I did day 1 last year on a 12-28 cassette and made a beeline for the bike shop that night and had a 11-32 cassette installed and it made a big difference. From a TSS standpoint, it was my biggest 4 day total before that time and although I was bringing up the rear on day 4, it was manageable. Can't wait to see you guys again.
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