1000 mile day attempt

[deancox]

Things look good for my first 1000 mile day attempt this Friday. I rode just short of 900 miles recently from LA to Corvallis, OR. So I figured with a liitle planning I could have a fun run and not let it be too boring.

The route I am considering will take me from Valencia up the 14 and 395 through Bishop, CA and into Reno, NV then to Tonopah, NV on US-95 to Baker CA via 95 and 373/127, I-15 and Pearblossom hwy into the Palmdale area and then down the 14 and into Valencia again. Maps On Us says the mileage loop is 1088 miles.

I am picking this route because it shoudl give me a variety of terrain and scenery, reasonably temperate weather and decent roads.

Any suggestions or comments?

I would make a coast route run via the 101/1 north and then back down the 5, but I don't want to risk riding in the fog and rain all the way up the coast and then deal with pounding the boring I-5 slab home.

[SIBUD]

Good luck Dean. Let us know how it goes.

[1flyer]

Iron Butt run? Good Luck and hang on to the paperwork.

[SNC1923]

Sounds like you've planned a great route. That 395 is a pretty road.

I'm no iron-butt rider, but I'd bring along my camel back and plenty of protein snacks in my tank bag. Take frequent short rests, too.

Can't wait to read your report. Good luck!

[Bob_M]

The snow level is around 3000' in Oregon's northern cascades and the temps at lower elevations are pretty chilly. Have heated gear and a sufficiently robust charging system to push all those watts.

Have fun and keep your wits about you. Welcome to Oregon

[deancox]

The snow level is around 3000' in Oregon's northern cascades and the temps at lower elevations are pretty chilly. Have heated gear and a sufficiently robust charging system to push all those watts.

Have fun and keep your wits about you. Welcome to Oregon

This route will take me through NV and CA. It was a trip a little while ago that took me to Corvallis. I grew up in WA and went to college in Salem...but I agree, I like staying warm no matter where I am.

I was looking at the day time temps in Bishop, Reno, Tonopah, and Baker and they all look fine. Sunshine is predicted....and if so, Baker could be downright hot!

Yes, I am going to submit the run to the IBA, part of me says I shouldn't and just enjoy my ride....on the other hand, doing things like joining BMWMOA and IBA are part of what makes our communities both strong and fun!

[Rob Nye]

Hey Dean,

Have a GREAT time, that is what it is all about.

Make sure you get receipts at all the "corners" A receipt does not have to be for gas, it only has to be machine generated.

One of my favorites is a drive up ATM or fast food. I simply do a balance check at the ATM and if a fast food I purchase either a soda or a coffee for the person at the drive up window.

For all my timed runs I gas up and pack the bike the night before and use a pre-scouted ATM for the start receipt. If you can get up and out quickly you can be on the bike and on the clock inside of 30 minutes of when you awake.

Make sure all your receipts have the city, state, time and date and don't loose them.

I do understand a little of the apathy of filing the paperwork with the IBA but it is well worth the effort to be a "card carrying member" of the IBA.

Good luck and enjoy your ride.

Best,

Rob Nye
IBA 250

[deancox]

Make sure you get receipts at all the "corners" A receipt does not have to be for gas, it only has to be machine generated.

One of my favorites is a drive up ATM or fast food. I simply do a balance check at the ATM and if a fast food I purchase either a soda or a coffee for the person at the drive up window.

For all my timed runs I gas up and pack the bike the night before and use a pre-scouted ATM for the start receipt. If you can get up and out quickly you can be on the bike and on the clock inside of 30 minutes of when you awake.

Make sure all your receipts have the city, state, time and date and don't loose them.



Hi Rob:

Those are great suggestions. I must be mistaken, I thought I had to have a "live witness " at both the start and stop from what I read on the IBA site. I am I wrong?

[GSTom]

Hi Rob:

Those are great suggestions. I must be mistaken, I thought I had to have a "live witness " at both the start and stop from what I read on the IBA site. I am I wrong?

Yes, you need a pre and post ride witness to verify your odometer reading at each end. This can be your wife, your neighbor, a store clerk, a cop, a fireman, etc. More stringent witness rules apply for more challenging rides (like the Coast to Coast in 50 hours) Here's a link to the form you need:

http://216.197.108.234/ridecerts/getdocument.cfm?DocID=1

You ALSO need a computer receipt to clock on and clock off. Your ride witness can sign the form within a reasonable time of your start and stop. For example to clock out you end your ride at 3:00 AM by getting your final receipt. You ride the few miles to the house and go to sleep. In the morning you get your wife (or a neighbor, etc.) to sign the form. Your official stop time is the time you got your receipt, not when your wife signed the paperwork.

Best wishes on your attempt. Post a ride report when you're done.

[jwhite518]

Oh sure, you need a human witness too. The nice thing about a SS1K, your witness can be anyone. Since you're riding a loop, I assume the start/finish line is somewhere friendly (like home maybe?) Just have your wife or neighbor sign you out and in.

Re Rob's comment on "corners" - looks to me like if you get gas in the cities you already mentioned you'll be good to go. Bishop isn't a necessity, but some town on 395 is - Lone Pine or wherever you need gas. That route is in ass-hauling territory. You should have no problems completing the ride in plenty of time to earn your certificate. Looks like a fun ride!!

Don't forget to review the IBA archive of wisdom (http://ironbutt.com/tech/aowprintout.cfm) for all the essential do's and don'ts. And be patient with the certificate process. The IBA is months behind.

[flash412]

Just have your wife or neighbor sign you out and in. If you want the certificate, it is best to read and follow the rules (http://www.ironbutt.com/ridecerts/getdocument.cfm?DocID=1).

[RTRandy]

Good luck and let us know how it went.

I ride long days when I travel and even though I have a Bill Mayer leather saddle for comfort, I still get butt pain on long days because of lack of air circulation between me and the seat. Believe it or not the beaded cover from Beadrider works great ! I didn't believe it until I tried it on a friend's advice. http://www.beadrider.com/whywood.htm

Also, starting out with a Camelbak http://www.camelbak.com/index.cfm full of ice water in a 70oz bladder makes all the difference in the world. No matter how hot or cold it is, you'll still get dehydrated out there. This really helps on a long day of riding.

All the above and earplugs could work great. Hope that helps.

Randy

[rgvilla]

a good strong cup of coffee to start the day! Ride safe have fun.

[deancox]

Uggh...I will do my best to comply with all the rules, but in the end, I will know I did it or not.

A few years ago I took a camel back bladder and put it in the bottom compartment of my tank bag, and I eave the "bite-drink" unit sticking out. When I need a drink I just slide it up into my helmet and chug away.

I will post pix and proof of the ride.

[deancox]

I made the run successfully on Friday. I had great weather the entire way and in general just had a blast! My odometer total was exactly 1125 miles, mile 1000 rolled under the wheels just as I came throught the agricultural check point above Barstow.

I underestimated the time it would take me. I left at about 4:50 AM Friday and got home at a little after 2:00 AM Saturday. I had no real problem staying awake but the last couple of hundered miles were tough on my rear end, but not horrible.

I spent about 45 minuts in Reno for lunch and messing around trying to find the archway on the strip that says "RENO, the Smallest Big City In The World" or something like that. I also was off the bike for a little over an hour in Tonapah, NV at about 7 PM having a quick dinner returning business phone calls and just shaking out the kinks. I have a great deal of respect for the IBA riders who do this all the time...it is a bit tougher than it looks on the map. I have ridden 700 and 800 mile days a few times, but as move over the 800 mark (at least for me) the miles get a little tougher. I think some strenthgening a stretching routines that incorporate the muscles around the hips, lower back and thighs would lessen the fatigue.

I ride on a recovered stock seat (done cheaply) and an Alaskan Leather fleece seat cover.

I will post some other details later. I can't wait to do this again!

[tpr3cats3]

Dean:

Congrats! What an accomplishment. I've never thought of doing something like this, but, I envy those, like you, that do. Please let me know how long it takes to recover from something like this. Thanks.

[wezul]

Well done, Dean.
Good on ya!

[deancox]

Dean:

Congrats! What an accomplishment. I've never thought of doing something like this, but, I envy those, like you, that do. Please let me know how long it takes to recover from something like this. Thanks.

Other than a weird sore spot on the BACK of my clutch hand kind of right in the center close to my wrist...I was fine the next day. No recovery required. I thought my but and hips would be more sore, but no problem.

If you have a day to give, I would say anyone can do it. Go for it!

[emperkin]

Dean, let me know how submitting the paperwork goes. I submitted mine last September and I have not heard anthing yet. I did get an email from them explaining why it was taking so long long but that is it, still waiting.

Anyone else waiting?

[flymymbz]

I've been reading the rules for the SS1000/BB1500, looks like fun. I was planning on doing the run in June when I head down to CA. But I think the better half and I are going to do a loop from Wenatchee, WA over to Boise, ID, then up through Salmon, ID; Missoula, MT and back to Wenatchee. And just to make it interesting, we're going to take our Honda Rebel 250's. If we make it, that'd be great. If not, it'll be a fun ride, nonetheless. Its about 1200 miles. If I wuss out and can't handle the roadbuzz (so far my longest day has been about 800 miles on my Shadow Aero), we'll just slow down and enjoy the scenery.

But an IB ride on a 234cc bike...hehehehehe

[AirForce]

Congrats on your accomplishment. I'm headed out on my second here in a few weeks. It'll be my first official IBA because the group that 'organized' the first one lost all the paperwork and I didn't think to keep copies when I turned everything over to them. They were kind enough to keep my entry fee though. :banghead

[deancox]

I am now member #31841!

[BubbaZanetti]

I am now member #31841!

welcome to the club!!!

[BMWBubblehead]

Wow, did it really take 9 months? I'd heard things were backed up a bit. Congratulations!!!

:usa

[Paul_F]

Congratulations Dean. You have my admiration. I find a 1100 km to be a long ride. Yours was a lot longer.

[SIBUD]

Congrats Dean. I'm sure it was worth the wait.

[Rob Nye]

Wow, did it really take 9 months? I'd heard things were backed up a bit. Congratulations!!!

:usa

There has been quite a backlog for over a year but things are starting to flow better.

If you want to do a Saddle Sore 1000 and get your certificate the next day at the finisher's brunch check out the Minuteman 1000. (http://www.minuteman1000.com)

[Voni]

Congratulations, Dean! And welcome to the insanity.

The world becomes smaller somehow once you've done a Saddle Sore.

Voni
sMiling

[Beemer01]

I love that area in these months.

Regards from the frozen tundra!:type

[deancox]

Wow, did it really take 9 months? I'd heard things were backed up a bit. Congratulations!!!

:usa


No it was more like 4, I put all my paperwork together and then accidentally stuck it in a file I was working on and "lost" it for about 5 months! They actually turned it around pretty quickly.

[flash412]

There has been quite a backlog for over a year but things are starting to flow better.My friend Silviu came up from Venezuela and we rode a SS1k together (on a pair of F650s) in September so that he could get his IBA certificate. He received his "packet" in January but his name is still not listed online. Sliviu says that there is NFW to ride that far in a day in Venezuela because of the road surface and obstacles, particularly after dark.

[dlearl476]

Sliviu says that there is NFW to ride that far in a day in Venezuela because of the road surface and obstacles, particularly after dark.

I feel the same way about a Dusty Butt in the USA. I'd love to do one, but I can't think of where, beside riding around in a circle in the AZ strip.

[flash412]

I feel the same way about a Dusty Butt in the USA. I'd love to do one, but I can't think of where, beside riding around in a circle in the AZ strip.The FIRST Dustybutt was in the USA. Nebraska and Colorado have lots of unpaved county roads. I should think that Nevaduh does, too.

[kpinvt]

Good luck and have a good time.