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The last estimate I got from Arlington DPR is over $3M in damages. That estimate will probably increase as we go along, though.

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Bike: 2019 Salsa Warbird frame with SRAM Rival 50/34 x 11-36 with Force hydraulic brakes and Stans wheels (front is an Iron Cross, rear is a Grail since I destroyed the Iron Cross at DK)
Tires: Maxxis Ramblers 40mm, tubeless with Finish Line sealant
Pedals: Time ATAC 8’s (again, Hi Subby!)
Bags: Apidura frame bag, top tube bag, and front roll; Revelate Terrapin seat bag
Hydrations: Two bottles and my trusty Source hipster

It was an awesome two day event. I learned a lot about fully loaded riding on a drop bar bike (especially when it comes to pushing it uphill thanks to FR 244 being completely washed out and my rear hub blowing up with 2.5 miles to go).

Final numbers:
156.46 miles
11,181 feet of elevation
6,662 calories burned
12 Subarus attempting Canaan Loop Rd
1 Hellbender Burrito
10 trophies on Strava
1 busted Stans 3.30Ti hub

Once I actually have time to sit down and write up a race report, I will share it.

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@Steve O 192036 wrote:

Yes, it’s the much anticipated summertime Midnight Saddles ride. The one when it’s nice and warm and there’s a cool summer vibe in the middle of the night in the big city. Don’t miss it!!

Date: Saturday, July 20

GAH. Why do you always schedule these when I am going to be out of town?!

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Hmm. There seems to be a mountain bike hanging on that wall… Does that mean we will see you tonight at W@W?!

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Same thing happened to my tire last year at the Dirty BikenetiCrit when someone else was riding it. Mine was a relatively new tire ~500 miles on it. Maxxis replaced it under warranty.

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@drevil 191903 wrote:

Silly mountain bikers

https://vimeo.com/345333134
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Nice! It is amazing how doing something backwards can up the ante!

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@creadinger 191712 wrote:

While we’re here – has anyone done this gravel race? https://www.unpavedpennsylvania.com/ I grew up near Lewisburg and I’m excited to go back and do some rides around that area so I may give it a shot this fall.

I missed the boat on this one. The race sold out rather quickly. It is on my list for next year.

I have friends who did the short course last year and had a blast. They are going back for the short course again this year.

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@josh 191500 wrote:

NCVC is putting on a gravel race this fall, and there’s an e-bike category for the shorter version (37 miles, 4.5k feet climbing). I don’t know how long the battery lasts or how heavy it is, but you could try this. I’d definitely make sure you have some decent tires on though.

I am actually bummed to miss this (it is the day after Keystone Gravel and we will be traveling back from PA). From what I have ridden of the course, it is going to be tough. LOTS of elevation change and some interesting gravel sections!

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There are also a couple of hotels and several Air BNB’s in Davis if camping is not exactly your style. Come ride bikes, drink beer, and eat burritos (and ice cream) with me!

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@consularrider 191476 wrote:

Why is there no 60+ category for the Classic Route?

Why is there no 60+ category for women? (Welcome to my world!)

The Classic route is much shorter and tends to have much lower registration, so the organizer breaks it up into less groups. There is not even a single speed category for the shorter course.

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@bentbike33 191423 wrote:

I guess it’s so all the penny-farthing riders I see on the Custis every day can see them well.

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I would totally be in for this, but I will be on my way to WV for the Hilly Billy Roubaix. You guys should join me! 😎

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@Judd 191238 wrote:

Dibs!

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@scoot 191241 wrote:

If I were driving in that time and place, I’d expect I might encounter deer but not a bicyclist.

What’s bizarre is the lack of info about lights/helmet/reflective clothing/etc. Usually that’s the first thing we learn when we read stories like this one.

Wait… You mean for once the media is not victim blaming the cyclist…. But the two cyclists that commented on this thread have… 😡

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So everyone seemed to enjoy the bikepacking trip out on the canal this weekend.

Here is your shot to enjoy another beautiful weekend with friends and your bike on some lovely WV gravel!

Come ride bikes with me and camp in Davis, WV! There will be burritos and beer.

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