| Author | Message | ||
     Rhinowerx |
Well, after much discussions, scheduling conflicts, and a matter of having the 'right bike' to do it on, it looks like it's finally happening. This will be my first SaddleSore 1000. I'll be doing it with another guy who rides a K1200RS - it is his first time also. For those who have been there before me, any real world tips and suggestions? We're scheduled to head out early Saturday morning, October 7, 2006 TIA -Jack | ||
| Loveall13 |
I am not a real hard core long distance rider but I believe in the 29 tips on the iron butt web site. I have always worn my camel pack to keep hydrated along with some cheap bicycle shorts or long underwear without seams under my legs to keep from restricting circulation. The Ulysses is a good bike to do it on because you can go almost 200 miles between stops. When you do stop try to use a pattern that works well for you. I stop at the pump, swipe my card, remove the tank bag remove the cap and start filling the tank. While it is filling up, I locate my pin and put my credit card up. When done filling I write the miles on the receipt verify the time and location and shove it in to a zip lock in the tank bag. I will usually run to piss and get back on the road in less than 5 minutes. Even with all the stops required to do the in state SS1k in KY we still had it done in less than 18 hours. Good luck Jeremy | ||
| Rams |
congrats, I did my SS1000 last march, from Miami FL to Knoxville TN. I rode an honda shadow 750, no windshield, it was ok, but harder than I expected. My suggestion, be prepared to ALL TYPES OF WEATHER, my biggest problem was a very cold weather north ga when the sun was down. I did long runs during the first 15 hours with gas stops only and quick lunch brake, the last 5 hours I was doing 2 stops per fuel tank one with around 80 miles for quick rest and another with 160 miles for gas. very cold weather played big factor on my ride, during the last 150 - 200 miles I consider quitting but with hotel reservations set I went all the way. quite an experience Good Luck my total was 1160 miles and 20 total hours | ||
| Bienhoabob |
I did two multi day endurance events this summer. Giving me 9 saddle sores on the Uly. (if I would submit the paperwork.) Not sure of your route, but the above posts have good recommendations. I think the cold weather advice, (if your running a stock shield, figure 10 degrees lower with the wind blast.) bicycle shorts and rain gear are the main additions. Don't waste a lot of time at the gas stations, bring some power bars, cliff bars. I try to eat on the road. Unwrapping and eating a power bar at highway speeds can be interesting as well as time consuming. (not in traffic of course.) Cell phone and tow card will put your mind at ease, too. My personal best time was 1,000 miles in 14 hours. Highway speeds and no delays. Speed is not the key ingredient, time in the saddle is what long distance riding is all about. Bob | ||
| Roadrailer |
Handy Dandy Wind Chill Chart: http://www.xs11.com/tips/riding/ride4.shtml | ||
| Lorazepam |
Avoid a lot of sugar. Protein bars and protein drinks help avoid the ups and downs sugar can create. If you have a heated vest, take it, you will use it. You will get chilled when it gets dark. If you have riding pants and bike pants, it will help a great deal. I wouldnt even think about doing one in jeans and briefs. That would be torture. aspirin or advil work, take them when you leave and follow directions on package. Alieve sp works for me, but I have arthritis anyway, and take it when it bugs me. Remember, if you average 47mph, you can do it in 24 hours. It isnt a race, but more endurance. | ||
| Rhinowerx |
Thanks for the responses guys. Well the route has been finalized - 1062.1 miles.  Here is a link to the route with directions. Installing a vista cruise this evening. Have heated grips on order. Tyres are new, and i'll give here an oil change this weekend. I'm getting excited  | ||
| Birdmanrh |
I don't want to throw bad news your way but you are gonna get screwed coming down the 17. It will be bumper to bumper at the time of day that you are showing. Starting at about Anthem North of Phoenix all the way past the 101. I did a SS1000 earlier this year where we headed to Baker up and through Parumph and then back down the 93, but you still would have a good 10 miles of the 17 and the same traffic. If you were headed North on the 17 you would be much better off. Here are cameras in town http://www.dps.state.az.us/webcams/cams-i17-p.asp http://www.az511.com/CameraImages/index.php But the big issue will be Southbound from Anthem to the 101. | ||
| Larryboy |
i ran almost that exact same route for my ss1000. we started/finished in temecula. gila bend to yuma was mind numbing. butt off the seat, hanging off the side, flat out on the klr forever. we got a little spun around in phoenix,having never been there before. evidently the town is laid out on a big circle. made the finish in 20 hours..to the minute. | ||
| Sweatmark |
Did my SS1000 last year on a Beemer. Picked up the bike for wife in Pheonix, then rode from Torrey, UT home to western Oregon in 19 hours. Bike didn't fit me well, tried an unproven (uncomfortable) helmet, and windshield turbulence made life difficult. Made it nonetheless. Oh, and big Pacific storm blew in for last 6 hours of ride... in the dark. Mandatory items: heated vest extra lights (Motolights or even a good PIAA main bulb swap) AirHawk seat pad satellite radio or MP3 player (e-books are good option) water! well-tested and broken-in gear good night's sleep TWO DAYS before the ride Mark Oregon planning the 1500 miler now |
