tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post616441244971230373..comments2022-03-30T07:33:05.717-06:00Comments on Toby Gadd: Lessons from the 2012 Colorado Trail RaceToby Gaddhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12143646182138242043noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-6706253821061606062014-05-27T21:01:25.956-06:002014-05-27T21:01:25.956-06:00I'm a KMC fan for sure. Maybe SRAM chains are ...I'm a KMC fan for sure. Maybe SRAM chains are great--but KMC seems more reliable and better-wearing for me. Too small of a sample to be definitive, but I've simply had better luck with KMC. Good to have choices out there!Toby Gaddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12143646182138242043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-40326227666639958122014-05-27T13:56:08.751-06:002014-05-27T13:56:08.751-06:00Late to the party here with my comment, but just w...Late to the party here with my comment, but just wanted to comment on your SRAM chain experience. IMHO, don't know if it's fair to just throw all SRAM chains under this blanket. Which model did you have experience with, 1031, 1051, 1071? I've worn out many 1071 chains [the nickel-plated model] and their life seems right there, neither better nor worse, than several Shimano and a KMC 10-spd chains I've worn out. I do seem to think that the asymmetrical Shimano chains shift better than the competition. Before I went to a 10-speed drivetrain, I used quite a few of the SRAM 971 chains sans any problems. BTW, I use KMC quick links with all brands of chains because they are cheap, can be reused and work with any brand of chain. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05560575573200316792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-89456979406079149832012-12-01T18:56:24.519-07:002012-12-01T18:56:24.519-07:00The Bailey Trail project is aiming to build a trai...The Bailey Trail project is aiming to build a trail that bypasses 285 (https://www.facebook.com/BaileyTrails?ref=ts&fref=ts). It's probably years away though, so we'll be on the highway in 2013. I really hate that road!<br /><br />I'm considering ITTing the ride. It might be kind of lonely--but that would add to the challenge. Lots to dream about for sure!Toby Gaddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12143646182138242043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-68990137959865144242012-12-01T13:36:24.329-07:002012-12-01T13:36:24.329-07:00Well, there are plusses and minuses to both direct...Well, there are plusses and minuses to both directions and I'm just thinking the reversal may seem like a different trail in some ways. I was also thinking I'd start at night or early in the morning(like 4am) in order to get through Silverton on day 1 before the market closes at 8pm. Anyway, just stuff to dream about for now! I think Stephan is keen to the idea as well and considering offering a Durango group start next year. <br /><br />And on that 285 dilemma, I seem to remember reading something from someone from Bailey about some single track linked to Kenosha....not sure whats up with that, but wow would that be cool! <br /><br />Ian Altmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09765958400475779364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-91832231513283963072012-12-01T09:50:20.667-07:002012-12-01T09:50:20.667-07:00Likewise, it was great riding with you too, Ian! I...Likewise, it was great riding with you too, Ian! Indian Ridge was indeed a bit "alpine" that night, but the ride out in the morning after the trail drained was a hoot.<br />Thanks again for meeting me at the trailhead. It was really nice to finish with someone who knew what I'd just been through. And I still owe you big time for chasing me down with my wheel!<br />Great to hear that you're planning for 2013. I'm not sure about the W-->E approach, since I really like saving the best for last--and the mountains around Silverton and Durango are definitely the best. Plus, I might end up riding down 285 at rush-hour, which would really suck. But either way, I'm looking forward to at least crossing tracks with you again!Toby Gaddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12143646182138242043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-62503725154197090602012-11-30T23:23:58.905-07:002012-11-30T23:23:58.905-07:00It was great riding with you this past Summer Toby...It was great riding with you this past Summer Toby, and reading your wrap-up was like a flash of reminisce. And by the the time on this reapply, you may tell that I've begun that winter time dreaming about the CTR again. Thanks too for sharing your wisdom and beta with the masses.... anyone suck on Indian Trail Ridge in that storm would have been completely hosed without the gear you had along. That was a vicious one for sure. Let's ride it eastbound from Durango in 2013!Ian Altmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09765958400475779364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-74017320918886182422012-09-06T13:52:28.520-06:002012-09-06T13:52:28.520-06:00Anthony, I also used a KMC chain to ITT Kokopelli&...Anthony, I also used a KMC chain to ITT Kokopelli's Trail--and it was flawless then too. Even when it got gunked up with some nasty bentonite mud, it ran without any chainsuck. Your mileage may vary, of course, but I'm impressed!<br /><br />With some decent training, practice, and commitment, I think that almost anyone can ride the CTR in about a week. Critical skills include bike-maintenance knowledge, solid outdoor-living experience (camping in all conditions), navigational experience, and bone-headed tenacity.Toby Gaddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12143646182138242043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-56412980902120575642012-09-02T15:08:57.652-06:002012-09-02T15:08:57.652-06:00 Nice to know about the KMC chains, I had my doubt... Nice to know about the KMC chains, I had my doubts before, but your ride puts serious credence into trying one out.<br /><br /> Great short review of your race performance as well. No way could I do this, btw!Anthony Pawleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01519524825506244714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-78294663152205491632012-08-27T09:37:37.977-06:002012-08-27T09:37:37.977-06:00Thanks Bill. And HUGE thanks to the Colorado Trail...Thanks Bill. And HUGE thanks to the Colorado Trail Foundation for the superb trail. It was in great shape this year!Toby Gaddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12143646182138242043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-25370176270254710272012-08-27T09:14:37.475-06:002012-08-27T09:14:37.475-06:00GREAT WRITE-UP, TOBY. Thoughtful, thanks,GREAT WRITE-UP, TOBY. Thoughtful, thanks,Bill Manninghttp://www.coloradotrail.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-55201530747077437792012-08-24T21:54:42.642-06:002012-08-24T21:54:42.642-06:00Hey Dave, I really enjoyed crossing paths with you...Hey Dave, I really enjoyed crossing paths with you. It was one of those inspirational moments, when somebody is SO much better that it opens up new possibilities. Thanks for the demonstration--and for the positive and encouraging vibes!Toby Gaddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12143646182138242043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4415523084225762369.post-71344245257394154132012-08-24T18:34:02.938-06:002012-08-24T18:34:02.938-06:00You've got the shortest CTR write up I've ...You've got the shortest CTR write up I've seen yet. Yet it tells a lot. It was great meeting you out there. Hopefully the small downhilling demonstration I gave helped you out. ;-) Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com