Rule question: out-of-area rides

[peterw_diy]

If I go out of town, can I still earn points? It seems to me anyone who finds himself in Minneapolis should get credit for rides, and anybody in Phoenix probably shouldn’t. How much warmer can a spot be for it to be ok to log miles without a #nobafs tag?

[TwoWheelsDC]

As the winner of the “most miles in a warm climate” (or whatever the official title was) Pointless Prize from last year’s contest, due to a February quasi-vacation to San Diego, I can say that ALL outdoor miles count regardless of climate.

[Terpfan]

I may try to squeeze in a ride then in Phoenix. Can’t help that I have to go there for work for two days. Just need to find a bike rental place that’s open til evening hours and remember to bring lights. Not so sure I will do the same on Chicago trip unless I find someone near the airport renting bikes.

[bobco85]

@Terpfan 74276 wrote:

I may try to squeeze in a ride then in Phoenix. Can’t help that I have to go there for work for two days. Just need to find a bike rental place that’s open til evening hours and remember to bring lights. Not so sure I will do the same on Chicago trip unless I find someone near the airport renting bikes.

I’d recommend Bike Barn in Phoenix. I had a good experience with them. http://bikebarnaz.com

I went with a hybrid due to their dirt canal trails (picture is mine).

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[ShawnoftheDread]

Let’s not forget vvill getting points in the summer and the future by riding in Australia last year .

[Raymo853]

I am going to Costa Rica next week so I may try for that award.

[Rob_O]

Did some riding in Mexico last February. Beautiful scenery and was happy to get the points!

[Rod Smith]

Kayakcyndi rode on three continents during Freezing Saddles 2013. She’s got a QOM in the Himalaya!

[ShawnoftheDread]

@Rod Smith 74299 wrote:

Kayakcyndi rode on three continents during Freezing Saddles 2013. She’s got a QOM in the Himalaya!

And Tim Kelley has spent all year trying to figure out how to take it from her.

[KayakCyndi]

@ShawnoftheDread 74304 wrote:

And Tim Kelley has spent all year trying to figure out how to take it from her.

He can stop plotting. I lost all the QOMs shortly thereafter when a gaggle of professional mountain bikers descended upon Nepal for a multi-day race through the himalaya!

I’m handing out the king/queen of the world award this year to whoever rides on the most continents so yes, ride on!

[Fast Friendly Guy]

@TwoWheelsDC 74269 wrote:

As the winner of the “most miles in a warm climate” (or whatever the official title was) Pointless Prize from last year’s contest, due to a February quasi-vacation to San Diego, I can say that ALL outdoor miles count regardless of climate.

Winter/Warm? Did anyone notice how many of the Festive 500 winners were in equitorial or Southern hemisphere locations?

[Rod Smith]

Cyndi, you still have this one. http://www.strava.com/segments/3425966

[PeteD]

Trying to figure out the logistics for my 2 week vacation in February, but I’m shooting for the “Rider who circumnavigated a country” prize, trying to get in a long ride or two in Grand Cayman. Looking like I’ll have to pack my bike as the prospects for a road bike rental seems to be “none” or “rip off the stupid tourist”.

–Pete

[Terpfan]

@bobco85 74281 wrote:

I’d recommend Bike Barn in Phoenix. I had a good experience with them. http://bikebarnaz.com

I went with a hybrid due to their dirt canal trails (picture is mine).

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Perfect–thanks!!

[guga31bb]

@PeteD 74347 wrote:

Trying to figure out the logistics for my 2 week vacation in February, but I’m shooting for the “Rider who circumnavigated a country” prize, trying to get in a long ride or two in Grand Cayman. Looking like I’ll have to pack my bike as the prospects for a road bike rental seems to be “none” or “rip off the stupid tourist”.

–Pete

How does one pack a bike for a trip like that?

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