The Chainlink2024-03-29T05:01:02ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWaltershttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/63597563?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://thechainlink.org/group/pitchingatent/forum/topic/listForContributor?user=3auqci88feoy6&feed=yes&xn_auth=noLate September Ride + Camp • Sonoran Desert • FULLY SUPPORTED • GREAT CAUSE!tag:thechainlink.org,2019-06-27:2211490:Topic:11250332019-06-27T15:36:16.175ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>Hi Everyone, </p>
<p>Wanted to share about an AWESOME RIDE/CAMP Adventure for an AWESOME CAUSE!</p>
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<p><strong>THE CAUSE</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="https://walterspohntrust.com/wm-ride" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Worthwhile Mile</a> is a fundraising adventure in support of the <a href="https://walterspohntrust.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Walter Spohn Trust.</a> The WST is a nonprofit organization that funds research and education in…</p>
<p>Hi Everyone, </p>
<p>Wanted to share about an AWESOME RIDE/CAMP Adventure for an AWESOME CAUSE!</p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>THE CAUSE</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="https://walterspohntrust.com/wm-ride" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Worthwhile Mile</a> is a fundraising adventure in support of the <a href="https://walterspohntrust.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Walter Spohn Trust.</a> The WST is a nonprofit organization that funds research and education in <a href="https://www.walterspohntrust.org/anaplastology" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Clinical Anaplastology</a>, a specialized field of healthcare that provides custom prosthetic rehabilitation for patients who've suffered disfigurement of the face or body due to trauma, cancer, or congenital conditions. The field is greatly underfunded and the WST is trying to change that with its annual Giving Programs. This ride is an important fundraiser for the WST - a great time for a great cause!</p>
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<p><strong>THE ADVENTURE</strong></p>
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<li>Trip dates: Sept 19-22 (Camp nights 9/19-21; 3-Day Ride 9/20-22)</li>
<li>Location: Sonoran Desert/McDowell Mountain State Park - Arizona</li>
<li>Difficulty: Various route options available to satisfy beginner to advanced riders</li>
<li>Distance: 40 & 60 mile route options</li>
<li>Road & Mountain biking options </li>
<li>Expert guides from Arizona Outback Adventures (AOA) will be supporting riders from sun up to sun down, both on the road and at the campsite.</li>
<li>Fully supported, SAG, and bike maintenance</li>
<li>3 meals a day, snack breaks and hydration during the route</li>
<li><span class="text_exposed_show">Bike rental & outfitting available through Arizona Outback Adventures</span></li>
<li>Bike set up by expert mechanics for shipped bikes</li>
<li><span class="text_exposed_show">Airport pick-up and drop-off available</span></li>
<li>GORGEOUS DESERT VISTAS, campfires, evening hikes led by AOA guides</li>
<li>N<span class="text_exposed_show">ew friendships, and more!</span><span class="text_exposed_show"><br/></span></li>
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<div class="text_exposed_show"><p>Check out the details and FAQs at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwalterspohntrust.org%2Fwm-ride%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR05OP1_fKFGLZJJ6D2V3pnZwGEKN1VAVvSnm8VpySTzyh_eSE7E6euuUCk&h=AT0EoRoMv9b6Hl7onnmnSYOOtbXZv1WSsyK2eo91RhwbOzIJF2M4kbJ-zeApP43QvkCMwKaXeXDH4vT_gIUxVROFc21QDOeIFJE1Gkwz240SrmCZ9OLKBV4KmjuZJ-1wJnB1t-air6b7XPsRMVGGkO7MNTcBOwOhhS1eYSwDN7XyXgjHBPXsH3-vU7dqohmqZ-cJgqn6-aqRmvu1Thhy33P4agluGXFcAFi1pcTvfVZ83aUvoUvi3VnXQuyY20W5CwINOq9pC7xs2ZH1iICUyoHMzmmPcIPYksJx5T-SN-ojq0-LrmY6fnrQn96baEpD10C5PIY3IIjIyqm3Ag-laHWtNX1baXBd-4F8QDBKMPg8Kz-3aDpfEQYCsTZG_bfYpfKsG4nVK72L3io3ogrVRMYAZ73whVv3hihaD-pv8k6m6xtvGL76AWK_8kJw6hLDzD1FID9NfONdi3pihuMhyfYnIC__" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">walterspohntrust.org/wm-ride</a></p>
<p><br/> If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Email info@walterspohntrust.org (Attn: Erin Stevens, WM Ride) or call me directly, 773-301-9548. <br/> <br/> I'd love to ride along some Chicagoans on this awesome adventure. Hope to hear from you!<br/> <br/> Kindest regards, </p>
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<p>Erin Stevens<br/> Local Chicagoan, Lover of biking & the wild outdoors!<br/> <br/> <a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3137467460?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3137467460?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3137467460?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="750" class="align-left"/></a><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3137467460?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><br/></a></p>
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</div> Something for later in the yeartag:thechainlink.org,2014-12-25:2211490:Topic:8771902014-12-25T17:08:13.956ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p><span>I put this out on another forum and got some interest. There may be a few here as well, especially from the Chicago area.</span><br></br><span>Along my travels the past years a few people have asked about a bike rally in Michigan. Of course there are a lot of places many people would like along the lakeshore, but I realized that two things which have reached international importance are right out my back door and I do it every year. Every year around the end of Sept I ride up to Yankee…</span></p>
<p><span>I put this out on another forum and got some interest. There may be a few here as well, especially from the Chicago area.</span><br/><span>Along my travels the past years a few people have asked about a bike rally in Michigan. Of course there are a lot of places many people would like along the lakeshore, but I realized that two things which have reached international importance are right out my back door and I do it every year. Every year around the end of Sept I ride up to Yankee Springs Campground and spend the weekend where I ride through the forest along the route of the Barry Roubaix gravel race and spend the following day riding (or driving/riding, depending on the weather) to Grand Rapids for the <a href="http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2011/10/art-and-cycling.html" target="_blank">Art Prize</a> competition. </span><br/><span>I thought I would throw that out there and invite anybody who wishes to tag along. It would be the last weekend of September 2015. </span></p>
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<p><span>Marc</span></p> Fall tour reporttag:thechainlink.org,2014-11-22:2211490:Topic:8717422014-11-22T18:30:13.322ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>We took a 9 day tour in October: train down to Quincy (yay Amtrak roll-on!) then up the Mississippi to Davenport then across the state back to chi. It was a total hoot. I posted a report of the trip here:</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/15162" title="Use this URL when linking to this journal">http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/15162</a></p>
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<p>Hope you enjoy. If anyone has questions about logistical details etc. I'm happy to answer them.</p>
<p>We took a 9 day tour in October: train down to Quincy (yay Amtrak roll-on!) then up the Mississippi to Davenport then across the state back to chi. It was a total hoot. I posted a report of the trip here:</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/15162" title="Use this URL when linking to this journal">http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/15162</a></p>
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<p>Hope you enjoy. If anyone has questions about logistical details etc. I'm happy to answer them.</p> Camping in Cook Countytag:thechainlink.org,2014-11-22:2211490:Topic:8719982014-11-22T17:26:57.172ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>I'm certain it's about to get quiet around here for the next few months, but here's something to get us through the winter: It looks like Cook County Forest Preserve is on track to open camp sites in Northbrook, Palatine, Willow Springs, Tinley Park, and South Holland.</p>
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<p><a href="http://fpdcc.com/camping/">http://fpdcc.com/camping/…</a></p>
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<p>I'm certain it's about to get quiet around here for the next few months, but here's something to get us through the winter: It looks like Cook County Forest Preserve is on track to open camp sites in Northbrook, Palatine, Willow Springs, Tinley Park, and South Holland.</p>
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<p><a href="http://fpdcc.com/camping/">http://fpdcc.com/camping/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://fpdcc.com/preserves-and-trails/construction-closures-work/">http://fpdcc.com/preserves-and-trails/construction-closures-work/</a></p>
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<p>If they stay on schedule we will have 5 sites within 50 miles of each other!</p>
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<p>Anyone up for a camping tour of Cook County in 2015?</p>
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<p><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/tqdbz">https://goo.gl/maps/tqdbz</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96828884?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="750" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96828884?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="750" class="align-left"/></a></p> Howdy all + riding around (part of the) laketag:thechainlink.org,2014-08-15:2211490:Topic:8490292014-08-15T15:11:55.729ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>Hello all,</p>
<p>I just stumbled on this group while looking around for other Chicago touring/camping bike people. Looks like a good place to be!</p>
<p>My wife Allison and I just got back from an 8 day ride around the bottom half of the lake and had a great time. If anyone needs route information for that, please feel free to let us know.</p>
<p>See you all out on the road!</p>
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<p>Joe</p>
<p>Hello all,</p>
<p>I just stumbled on this group while looking around for other Chicago touring/camping bike people. Looks like a good place to be!</p>
<p>My wife Allison and I just got back from an 8 day ride around the bottom half of the lake and had a great time. If anyone needs route information for that, please feel free to let us know.</p>
<p>See you all out on the road!</p>
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<p>Joe</p> Burnidge Forest Preserve/ Paul Wolfftag:thechainlink.org,2014-06-27:2211490:Topic:8335342014-06-27T00:35:19.960ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>Has anyone rode and camped at this park?</p>
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<p>On Google it looks like there is a long & direct route there all along trails from Oak Park right up to the last few miles at the end. …</p>
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<p>Has anyone rode and camped at this park?</p>
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<p>On Google it looks like there is a long & direct route there all along trails from Oak Park right up to the last few miles at the end. </p>
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<p><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Chicago,+IL/Burnidge+Forest+Preserve%2F+Paul+Wolff,+38W235+Big+Timber+Road,+Elgin,+IL+60124/@41.9711494,-88.2721672,10z/data=">https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Chicago,+IL/Burnidge+Forest+Preserve%2F+Paul+Wolff,+38W235+Big+Timber+Road,+Elgin,+IL+60124/@41.9711494,-88.2721672,10z/data=</a>!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e2c3cd0f4cbed:0xafe0a6ad09c0c000!2m2!1d-87.6297982!2d41.8781136!1m5!1m1!1s0x880f10801667404f:0xe4a8ecb2d39587d5!2m2!1d-88.365212!2d42.064104!3e1</p>
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<p>Looking to do something other than Zion this summer!</p>
<p>Thanks for any info!</p>
<p>renee</p> Nashbar TR1 vs. Novara Randonee?tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-19:2211490:Topic:7560102013-09-19T18:35:28.339ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>After a fair amount of research on touring bikes, I've narrowed down a couple options that would fit a variety of requirements I have, the primary ones being 59cm+ frames (ideally larger), mid-level components or higher (shooting to stay close to $1k), and an emphasis on durability/versatility (chromoly/steel, cantilever brakes instead of disc, front rack compatible). I'm hoping to use this for everything from day trips to week long camping trips, and expect to make some custom upgrades to…</p>
<p>After a fair amount of research on touring bikes, I've narrowed down a couple options that would fit a variety of requirements I have, the primary ones being 59cm+ frames (ideally larger), mid-level components or higher (shooting to stay close to $1k), and an emphasis on durability/versatility (chromoly/steel, cantilever brakes instead of disc, front rack compatible). I'm hoping to use this for everything from day trips to week long camping trips, and expect to make some custom upgrades to either option once I get it (racks, handlebar tape, saddle, pedals)</p>
<p>Suggestions or recommendations between these two options?</p>
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<p><strong><a href="http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_553824_-1___202396" target="_blank">Nashbar TR1 Touring Bike - on sale for $749</a></strong></p>
<p>FRAME: CrMo 4130 T/T & D/T D.B. (AHJ1280A) Weld No Lug ST29.8mm FOR POST 27.2mm <br/>FORK: Hi Tensile Steel 1" Steerer <br/>HEADSET: NECO H-807W 1" CROWN RACE 27 BK W/O LOGO <br/>CRANKSET: FSA CK-4001SST Omega Triple Casted / MegaExo / N-10 / 50-39-30 <br/>BOTTOM BRACKET: FSA <br/>SHIFTERS: Shimano Tiagra 3 x 10 <br/>LEVERS: Shimano Tiagra <br/>HANDLEBAR: Kalloy Uno <br/>STEM: Kalloy Uno Alloy Quill <br/>FRONT DERAILLEUR: Shimano Tiagra <br/>REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano Deore <br/>CASSETTE: SRAM CS PG-1050 11-32 <br/>BRAKES: Tektro Alloy <br/>WHEELSET: ALEX DC-19 Alloy 700c <br/>TIRES: KENDA K-197 700x32C <br/>PEDALS: Wellgo LU-908 Silver body & cage <br/>SEATPOST: Kalloy Uno SP-602 27.2x300 <br/>SADDLE: Velo VL-2036A <br/>CHAIN: KMC X10 <br/>GRIPS/TAPE: Velo <br/>RACK MOUNTS: yes</p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96813239?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96813239?profile=original" width="273" class="align-full"/></a></p>
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<p><strong><a href="http://www.rei.com/product/816068/novara-randonee-bike-2013" target="_blank">Novara Randonee - $1,199</a></strong></p>
<p>Bike frame material Steel<br/>Frame Reynolds 520 Chromoly<br/>Bike suspension No suspension<br/>Fork Steel<br/>Crankset Shimano Deore LX, 44/32/22<br/>Bottom bracket Shimano<br/>Shifters SRAM TT500 bar end<br/>Front derailleur Shimano Deore LX<br/>Rear derailleur SRAM X7<br/>Rear cogs SRAM PG-1050, 11-32, 10-speed<br/>Number of gears 30<br/>Brake type Rim brake<br/>Brakes Tektro RX6<br/>Brake levers Tektro RL520<br/>Rims Mavic A319S<br/>Front hub Shimano Deore LX, 36h<br/>Rear hub Shimano Deore LX, 36h<br/>Wheel size 700c<br/>Tires Continental Touring Plus Reflex, 700 x 32<br/>Handlebar shape Drop bar<br/>Handlebar FSA Wing Compact<br/>Stem Kalloy<br/>Seat post Kalloy<br/>Saddle Velo VL-1221<br/>Pedals Sold separately<br/>Headset FSA Orbit<br/>Chain SRAM PC 1031<br/>Weight 28.1 pounds</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96813357?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96813357?profile=original" width="350" class="align-full"/></a></strong></p> Wisconsintag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-06:2211490:Topic:7520362013-09-06T23:44:42.661ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>I live in Chicago and have biked to Illinois Beach State Park and biked from Joliet to Starved Rock back to Joliet and camped along the way. I would love to do a fall colors trip through Wisconsin. Any of you have ideas? I'm looking at the Great Rive Road trail and the La Crosse River State Trail.</p>
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<p>More importantly, does anyone know about bus/trains that go that way? While I can drive to Trempealeau, that means I'll have to double back to get back to my car. Is there a…</p>
<p>I live in Chicago and have biked to Illinois Beach State Park and biked from Joliet to Starved Rock back to Joliet and camped along the way. I would love to do a fall colors trip through Wisconsin. Any of you have ideas? I'm looking at the Great Rive Road trail and the La Crosse River State Trail.</p>
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<p>More importantly, does anyone know about bus/trains that go that way? While I can drive to Trempealeau, that means I'll have to double back to get back to my car. Is there a good loop I can do in that area? Or any area for that matter?</p>
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<p>Thanks for your input!</p> New rider on pitching a tent - question about IL State Beach campingtag:thechainlink.org,2013-07-23:2211490:Topic:7325092013-07-23T23:55:58.596ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>Hello! Thanks to great advice from Chainlinkers myself and a group of friends are heading up to IL State Beach for an overnight trip Saturday. Only problem is... I did not get a reservation. By the time I called for one, all the reservations were taken. </p>
<p>They told me the walk-in and non-reservable spots don't usually fill up until 5-6pm, then there is also the chance of no-shows.</p>
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<p>Has anyone else chanced it before? Hoping you had good luck? </p>
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<p>We are…</p>
<p>Hello! Thanks to great advice from Chainlinkers myself and a group of friends are heading up to IL State Beach for an overnight trip Saturday. Only problem is... I did not get a reservation. By the time I called for one, all the reservations were taken. </p>
<p>They told me the walk-in and non-reservable spots don't usually fill up until 5-6pm, then there is also the chance of no-shows.</p>
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<p>Has anyone else chanced it before? Hoping you had good luck? </p>
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<p>We are leaving the city 9-10am, so will be up there around 1. Hoping for the best & excited!</p>
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<p></p> camping trips?tag:thechainlink.org,2013-07-02:2211490:Topic:7147032013-07-02T22:14:01.062ZKelliehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KellieWalters
<p>Going to Leelanau State Park, Northport, MI, July 14-18. Anyone else want to go & do some casual rides? It's a drive up (6+ hrs) but worth the shlep. Camping is rustic, on beach.Also, planning trip to either: Devils Lake, Baraboo, WI, Peninsula State Park, Door Co, WI, or back up to MI, July 28-Aug.Both trips we will drive & bring bikes in car. </p>
<p>Going to Leelanau State Park, Northport, MI, July 14-18. Anyone else want to go & do some casual rides? It's a drive up (6+ hrs) but worth the shlep. Camping is rustic, on beach.Also, planning trip to either: Devils Lake, Baraboo, WI, Peninsula State Park, Door Co, WI, or back up to MI, July 28-Aug.Both trips we will drive & bring bikes in car. </p>