BUMP

 Sat. May 1- Corb and I are going.  Linda are you still going?  Who else is in?

Race Info

We need to get a camp site. Do you want to do the 12 or the 6 hour?

I'd be game for the 6 hr solo or a team 12 if anyone is interested,I'm not the fasted rider but I'll go like the energizer bunny

I'd like to do a 2 person 12 hour.  I didn't see a 2 person single speed division.

Alcaddymech - single or multi-speed?

I only have multi speed but would be willing to do single if 

 you can set my bike up I'm riding 26er's. I liked Stacey's gearing 32 19 I think

I'll do a multi  with you, but I'm not sure how competative I am, I run a 1:45 17 mile omsp loop on a dual suspension but I run them for 3 laps. If you are interested let me know, I'll be there.

 Almost perfect - flexibility is great for trying to form teams..so you could ride either multi or single.  Will you wear a dress and race in co-ed if necessary ? 

you have no idea who you are talking to. I will do what ever you need me to do, I'll get the skirt out of the closet just , don't bring the camara

just got the ok from the boss (aka wife), i'm free that weekend I will be there, If only for moral support. let me know what you need me to do.

I'm so jealous...I can't do that weekend...prior plans.

What about DSG (5-15) or 12 hrs of Tsali (5-22)? 

 Lisa/Mickey/Casey/Mary,  are you coming with?  So Alcaddymech doesn't have to get out his skirt?

Hahahahaha Mitch nice try. One of the funnier things I've read this morning...besides, you know you want some pictures of alcaddymech in a skirt

It's been a while since we've done a race in a costume.

has anyone been to  this race before?  do we need to reserve campsites now or is it like bump and grind where they allow bikes to camp in a certain area. and also what is the course like?

I think it's similar to Lurleen. Linda has ridden there. I'd rather get a campsite.

 Corbin, Is this going to be anything like the mudfest last year at DSG? If I go I'll pack some running shoes just in case 

The DSG mud is in a class by itself. I've never actually rideen at Ft. Yargo, but hopefully it's soil base is more like Oak Mountain's. I just reserved 1 camp site (6 people). They have 20 left.

 Mary, if you don't want to race you can always come and ring the cowbell for us - we can always use motivation - we can also try to arrange a 4 person team so the hours are fewer - 3 hours/person.   It's likely the course is short enough to break the 3 hours into a couple of segments.  These are fun events - even if there is 6 inches of mud (which there won't be hopefully).

well I'm in for the trip. do you think we need more than one camp site? I'll go ahead and resevre one if you think we'll need it.

one site is suppose to be good for 6 people.

so we are up to 3 confirmed?  corb, moe and alcaddymech?  any others? any spouses?

Mickie, last year's race turned into a major mud fest, but it still couldn't compare to what I saw of your experience at DSG.  Here's the "aftermath" thread from last year with plento of pics;

http://www.sorba.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=26794&hilit=dirty+spokes+yargo

The yargo trail system is super sweet & I'd say it's a bit more like Swayback than OM, with amaybe a little Dead Dog climbing thrown in.  The camp grounds are very nice and well maintained with excellent bath houses, but you'll probably have to drive a few minutes to the race area.  Definately reserve your camp sites.  Also, when you arrive on Friday, go straight to the race start area & stake out a spot on the course for your pit with an EZ up tent thing.

Here's some videos;

http://video.google.com/videosearch?source=ig&hl=en&rlz=1G1TSNA_ENUS352&=&q=yargo&oq=&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wv#emb=0&hl=en&q=ft+yargo&view=3

I've done this race a couple times & always had a blast, even when it rained last year.  It's well organized & laid back too.  You guys will have a blast!

Looks like I need to check BUMP forum more often...   I've been out of the loop.....Yes, I would love to do this race again!!  Did it two years in a row and the course is so much fun!  I haven't been on Mtn. bike much lately but what the heck!!!  I will probably do the 6 hour solo,  you can do as many loops as you want.... they are aprox. 11-12 miles.  Mary, you would have a blast!!!  You should sign up, riders are super friendly and supportive, go your own pace and have fun!   I do believe camping is limited, if you plan to camp I would reserve now!!  

Hope for no rain!!!   Mickie, are you in?  Does anyone have a tent?  You'll loop past tent on each lap (can keep coolers etc.)   It's very laid  back. 

I miss everyone........I'll be traveling a ton in  March/ April but I 'll do my best to meet up for a OM ride soon!!! 

Sounds fun! I may be able to clear my schedule that day.  Let me know what you all need for teams.

~Lisa

I have some camping stuff if anyone wants to borrow it...a 4-person tent, a few sleeping bags, a Coleman propane stove & lantern (I like the lantern, burns bright and long). Just let me know. six one six nine four one six (cell)

 I am planning on it. Corbin has promised no mud this time. It has been so long since I have been on a dry trail I am not sure I would even recognize dust.

I'll be up for it if anyone needs a token slow girl on their team- sorry Linda not riding the 50+ miles needed for solo.

Mary, Kim says she will team with you..if we can find a family member to watch the kids  while we are there.  She says it will be motivation for six weeks of prep. She's counting on you.

Oh dear...how do you even begin to train for this?

Just ride your bike.  Alot.  You'll do great!