Almost 800 miles between the front runners and the back markers. Pretty big gap for such a "short" time on the roadI don't know who "cdg" is, but they are going to have to kick it into high gear.
Is the sleep bonus available each day, or each leg?Also on tap are the usual Sleep Bonuses, but this year, you actually obtain more points by sleeping *longer*.... one point per minute of sleep: minimum of 240 points (2 hr sleep) up to a maximum of 480 points (4 hour sleep).
I don't see how they could be back in the states yet. It's 1000 miles from Seattle to Hyder and it's only been 29 hours since the start.The riders who went to Alaska I hope are back in the states. They will have some serious miles to chew on to make New York. Hope they all make it.
Yeah, I think it prolly was an error doing Hyder.... these guys will surly be smoked at the end of Leg One, and who knows what awaits them in New York...And no 'easy' way to get back to Idaho, which I assume they will need to do. Wouldn't want to leave these northwestern states for the 3rd leg.
um, probably youYeah, I think it prolly was an error doing Hyder.... these guys will surly be smoked at the end of Leg One, and who knows what awaits them in New York...And no 'easy' way to get back to Idaho, which I assume they will need to do. Wouldn't want to leave these northwestern states for the 3rd leg.
Leaving at 10AM from Seattle ridding a bbg pace to Hyder will take 16 hours that means an arrival time of about 1 or 2 AM. Where are you going to get a receipt in Hyder at that time of day :huh: For their sake I hope a picture will be good enough.Yeah, I think it prolly was an error doing Hyder.... these guys will surly be smoked at the end of Leg One, and who knows what awaits them in New York...And no 'easy' way to get back to Idaho, which I assume they will need to do. Wouldn't want to leave these northwestern states for the 3rd leg.
Not so sure this is going to be kinder or gentler...oh well, maybe no fuel log fits that category, but to distinguish yourself from the crowd, they're going to have to put on some pretty impressive mileage to grab those capital buildings, along with a 4 corners and a Hyder 48+.Wow! Interesting format. Damn, damn, damn! I SO wish I was there in the thick of things. Hard being on the sidelines as JAFO.
No fuel log? WTF?!?! This is the Iron Butt Rally! The World's Toughest Motorcycle Competitioin. Not the kinder/gentler rally. Guess I rode in the last REAL IBR. :lol:
Good on the IBR staff for getting creative. Can't wait to see how this all plays out. Hope somebody got some good photos of those FJRs and their farklization. I could use some good tips before the next time around.
Woo-hoo! Let the games begin! Thanks for the update Dale!
And I am assuming they all stopped in Blaine, WA, for the 4-corners points. Not sure how long that would have delayed them. The only other unknown factor that could or could not be big deal is border crossing delays. And of course the BIG unknown to all of us - how many points are the capitals worth and specifically how many points are these three giving up by going to Hyder. Telling for me is the none of the other Big Dogs chose this route. And I know form first hand experience you do NOT want to be completely worn out after the first leg. I have to believe the points for Capitals will get exponentially bigger on the following legs, and/or other tricks being thrown in. I don't think there has ever been and Iron Butt Rally that was won on the first leg. But many a rider have done their best to screw the pooch on a first leg.Leaving at 10AM from Seattle ridding a bbg pace to Hyder will take 16 hours that means an arrival time of about 1 or 2 AM. Where are you going to get a receipt in Hyder at that time of day :huh: For their sake I hope a picture will be good enough.
Uhhh, that was a joke you humorless dolt (Toby) or silly girl (Lisa)Not so sure this is going to be kinder or gentler...oh well, maybe no fuel log fits that category, but to distinguish yourself from the crowd, they're going to have to put on some pretty impressive mileage to grab those capital buildings, along with a 4 corners and a Hyder 48+.
Hey, I'm just sittn' here drinkin' a beer and hittin' the refresh button talkin' smart :lol:And I am assuming they all stopped in Blaine, WA, for the 4-corners points. Not sure how long that would have delayed them. The only other unknown factor that could or could not be big deal is border crossing delays. And of course the BIG unknown to all of us - how many points are the capitals worth and specifically how many points are these three giving up by going to Hyder. Telling for me is the none of the other Big Dogs chose this route. And I know form first hand experience you do NOT want to be completely worn out after the first leg. I have to believe the points for Capitals will get exponentially bigger on the following legs, and/or other tricks being thrown in. I don't think there has ever been and Iron Butt Rally that was won on the first leg. But many a rider have done their best to screw the pooch on a first leg.Leaving at 10AM from Seattle ridding a bbg pace to Hyder will take 16 hours that means an arrival time of about 1 or 2 AM. Where are you going to get a receipt in Hyder at that time of day :huh: For their sake I hope a picture will be good enough.
This is SO much fun! It's just so damn easy to sit here and pontificate without having all the important information - rather than have to do the actual planning on the clock, and then ride the miles. Hell, I ain't ever running another one again! This is too easy! :lol:
No, it will not be good enough.Leaving at 10AM from Seattle ridding a bbg pace to Hyder will take 16 hours that means an arrival time of about 1 or 2 AM. Where are you going to get a receipt in Hyder at that time of day :huh: For their sake I hope a picture will be good enough.
Here's a little analysis I did on this for another list.Yeah, I think it prolly was an error doing Hyder.... these guys will surly be smoked at the end of Leg One, and who knows what awaits them in New York...And no 'easy' way to get back to Idaho, which I assume they will need to do. Wouldn't want to leave these northwestern states for the 3rd leg.
Speaking form experience, BeamerReamer and I were in Hyder about 3 weeks ago. The only gas station is in Stewart and it opens at 7:30 AM. The first place open in hyder is the Glacier Inn for breakfast at 7 AM. Most everything closes about 9 PM in town including the bars, although they say they stay open until the customers leave. Being a weeknight, I would guess that is pretty early.No, it will not be good enough.Leaving at 10AM from Seattle ridding a bbg pace to Hyder will take 16 hours that means an arrival time of about 1 or 2 AM. Where are you going to get a receipt in Hyder at that time of day :huh: For their sake I hope a picture will be good enough.
The only time a picture will count towards claiming a state is if you're taking the photograph of that state's capital for bonus point purposes. Grabbing the state capitol automatically garners you credit for that state.
And I am pretty damn sure none of these three went to Juneau....
So... Rick has nailed it: getting to Hyder early garners you nothing... they had to wait till some business opened this morning. And there ain't a whole lot of businesses in Hyder.
Awesome analysis, Jeff! Obviously, great minds think alike...So, you might be getting the impression that I think Hyder is a poor choice. You are correct.
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