Barn Burner 104

2010-05-17 12:16 PM

Master

1662

Flagstaff and Phoenix, AZ

Subject: Barn Burner 104

Who's in for this year's MTB Barn Burner on June 19? 104 miles on non-technical forest service roads, in 4 loops of 26 miles, around Kendrick Mountain north of Flagstaff. You can register as a team of 4, duo, or single.

perkins_jerryw

2010-05-17 3:17 PM

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Master

1759

Peoria, AZ (Near Lake Pleasant)

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

My greatest fear as I have only limited time on my MTB and although it says beginner - I read 104 miles as a long day for someone like me. I have yet to hear of any pardner/posse opportunities to consider.

2010-05-17 4:28 PM

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Master

1662

Flagstaff and Phoenix, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Jerry, I know several people are still looking for pardners and posse members. Let's hope they see this thread. I pardnering with a non-BT friend, just registered today.

chile7473

2010-05-17 5:31 PM

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Mesa	Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104 SOLO This year on my new Scott Scale 29er instead of the cheap Gary Fisher that I rode last year after not ever riding it! My Race Log

cordova61

2010-05-17 5:33 PM

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Master

2216

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Jerry, I'll duo with you!!! I can be ready to do 52 but not the whole 104.

mm5093

2010-05-17 7:19 PM

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Expert

911

Somewhere over there in Az

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Jerry, you can so do this ride. You have the heart of a lion, mind of a Ox and determination of Salmon swimming upstream, I have no idea if that even makes since… However, if I did it you can..

sportyj

2010-05-17 7:28 PM

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Elite

3602

Mesa, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

I think Josh and I are PARDNERING up!

Who is pre-riding this weekend (right?)

azstaterick

2010-05-17 7:51 PM

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Expert

1028

Chandler, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

I would be willing to partner with someone or two or three

konaboy9

2010-05-17 11:53 PM

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New user

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

my buddies and i have signed for the race but none of us know what to expect. elevation? they say that the course is graded beginner...really?! most of us came from mtn biking back ground and two roadies.
so, any tips and pointers?

thanks

perkins_jerryw

2010-05-18 8:01 AM

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Master

1759

Peoria, AZ (Near Lake Pleasant)

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

konaboy9 - 2010-05-17 9:53 PM my buddies and i have signed for the race but none of us know what to expect. elevation? they say that the course is graded beginner...really?! most of us came from mtn biking back ground and two roadies.
so, any tips and pointers?

thanks

I read somewhere that the elevation is somewhere between 7100 and 8100. There is four 26 mile loops so the couple of 7% grades can be done four times each. It is a matter of if you are doing all 8 climbs alone or splitting the load.

Rotorkim

2010-05-18 3:34 PM

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Expert

662

Tempe

Silver member

Subject: Barn Burner alternative - Gaspin in the Aspen

For anyone who doesn't have a mtn bike and prefers a trail run instead, the Gaspin' in the Aspen 15K trail run is being held the same day as Barn Burner at the Nordic Center in Flagstaff.

I'm already signed up for Gaspin so I have something to do while Dean's at Barn Burner.

Afterwards, there's a group of us runners who are going brewery hopping in Flagstaff before meeting Dean at the Barn Burner finish line. And we'll probably do a little bar hopping afterwards, too.

Here's the info: http://www.flagstaffnordiccenter.com/gaspin_summer.php

2010-05-18 3:57 PM

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Master

1662

Flagstaff and Phoenix, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

After Barn Burner I might be in for the bars, without much hopping though. I ride a hardtail. Ouch.

And I can highly recommend the Gaspin' in the Aspen 15K Kim's talking about! Beautiful race in one of the most scenic spots in Northern Arizona. You really run through lots of stands of Aspen trees. The trail is a bit uneven in some areas. If you have ankle issues wear your braces.

Edited by SauseEnte 2010-05-18 3:59 PM

cordova61

2010-05-19 12:07 PM

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Master

2216

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Don't worry about not having rear suspension Astrid. My old mtn bike doesn't even have front suspension. It will be fine!

2010-05-19 1:52 PM

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Champion

9600

Fountain Hills, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

My wife Jamie is doing the Duo with her friend Amanda! I'm running "Gaspin' in the Aspens" on the same day.

chile7473

2010-05-28 11:51 PM

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Mesa	Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104 Bump.... the registration fee goes up on the 1st.... this is a good fun camp out event. Except for Bryan... he will need to be in a posh cabin.... LOL My Race Log

2010-05-30 6:34 PM

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Champion

9600

Fountain Hills, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

chile7473 - 2010-05-28 10:51 PM

Bump.... the registration fee goes up on the 1st.... this is a good fun camp out event. Except for Bryan... he will need to be in a posh cabin.... LOL

Already on it...and no, your not invited, Andy.

Edited by bryancd 2010-05-30 6:35 PM

2010-06-13 10:29 PM

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Master

1662

Flagstaff and Phoenix, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Roll Call. Going through the thread I came up with this list:

Solo:
Andy (Chile7473)
konaboy9
Dean (rotordean)

Pardners:
Chris (Cordova61) and Jerry (perkins_jerryw)
Jen (sportyj) and Josh (robot)
Jamie and Amanda (non BT)
Astrid (SauseEnte) and Kurt (non-BT)

Is that accurate? Anyone else we should be looking for? Who's planning on camping? Weather looks perfect right now. Long-term forecast calls for mid 70s and no rain/snow or major wind events!

2010-06-14 7:25 AM

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Champion

9600

Fountain Hills, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Amanda had to bail, so Jamie is now racing with our friend Eric. They are Team Dude Where'e My Beer?

Edited by bryancd 2010-06-14 7:25 AM

2010-06-14 4:34 PM

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Master

1662

Flagstaff and Phoenix, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Just found a dog-sitter so I think I will be car-camping at Barn Burner instead of getting up super early and driving in the morning. Anyone else?

The athlete list is long! It will be a huge event.

Edited by SauseEnte 2010-06-14 4:42 PM

Rotorkim

2010-06-15 12:09 PM

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Expert

662

Tempe

Silver member

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

There are a bunch of us runners doing the Gaspin race who are going to head over to Barn Burner to be there when the beer garden opens at 2 p.m. Barn Burner has a beer sponsor (New Belgium), wine sponsor (Barefoot wines) and a tequila sponsor (forgot who). These dudes know how to PARTY! We will be cheering you guys on... if we can recognize you through our alcohol-induced haze.

robin314159

2010-06-15 12:24 PM

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Expert

721

Chandler, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Anyone need a carpool up? I am going up Fri evening, probably camping, going to Gaspin Aspens, and back to Barn Burner. Will return to Phx Sunday morning (maybe after hiking Humphreys?).

Edited by robin314159 2010-06-15 12:24 PM

2010-06-15 12:34 PM

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Master

1662

Flagstaff and Phoenix, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

Rotorkim - 2010-06-15 11:09 AM

I'll be right with you. I'm doing the 1st and 3rd loop so I should be done by 2 p.m. or not too much later if all goes well. My pardner will do the 2nd and last loop.

2010-06-15 12:35 PM

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Master

1662

Flagstaff and Phoenix, AZ

Subject: RE: Barn Burner 104

robin314159 - 2010-06-15 11:24 AM Anyone need a carpool up? I am going up Fri evening, probably camping, going to Gaspin Aspens, and back to Barn Burner. Will return to Phx Sunday morning (maybe after hiking Humphreys?).

Taking the new Prius for some altitude testing?