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Title: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 09, 2010, 11:37:42 AM
I've signed up for the "Dolphins Cycling Challenge" - a local benefit for Cancer research.

Click on this link if you would like to donate - https://www.ridedcc.com/dcc/pfp/?ID=HR0001

Thanks in advance!

Randy
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 09, 2010, 01:01:55 PM
Good Luck!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 09, 2010, 01:04:15 PM
Thanks TR - I think the riding is going to easier than raising the $750.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: beefmann on November 09, 2010, 01:16:27 PM
good luck and becarefull
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: KyNola on November 09, 2010, 02:12:01 PM
Nice cause Randy!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: NePaSmoKer on November 09, 2010, 02:17:58 PM
Ditto FLB, thats good.

i dont even think i could do .7 miles  :D let alone 70
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: ronbeaux on November 09, 2010, 03:10:40 PM
I'm faking injury at .5 miles. You da man!!!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 09, 2010, 03:56:46 PM
Please FLBR,

I know I'm slow and I'm sure I'm not alone and I was about to post is there a way to help? Do you have a page like that Randy guy in the link above? And then after reading more of the post I had a BFO (Blinding Flash of the Obvious)! You are that Randy guy! I didn't know! LOL

Maybe you could add "Randy" right after "Thanks in advance" for anyone else as mentally challenged as myself! Maybe I'm alone? But now that I got it I'm all in!  ;D

Good Luck again!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 09, 2010, 04:01:31 PM
Quote from: TestRocket on November 09, 2010, 03:56:46 PM
Please FLBR,

I know I'm slow and I'm sure I'm not alone and I was about to post is there a way to help? Do you have a page like that Randy guy in the link above? And then after reading more of the post I had a BFO (Blinding Flash of the Obvious)! You are that Randy guy! I didn't know! LOL

Maybe you could add "Randy" right after "Thanks in advance" for anyone else as mentally challenged as myself! Maybe I'm alone? But now that I got it I'm all in!  ;D

Good Luck again!


Yes - That would be me. I'll edit
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 09, 2010, 04:11:46 PM
I donated with my Grandfather in mind! "Get er done"  ;D
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: Quarlow on November 09, 2010, 05:39:32 PM
Way to go Randy. So if October was Breast cancer month what is November. I'd give my left nut for testicular cancer research.........OK maybe I should rephrase that.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: squirtthecat on November 09, 2010, 05:42:07 PM

Very nice!

You'll have to let us know your training progress...

(not just anyone can jump on a bike and go SEVENTY miles)
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 09, 2010, 05:47:44 PM
Quote from: squirtthecat on November 09, 2010, 05:42:07 PM
You'll have to let us know your training progress...

(not just anyone can jump on a bike and go SEVENTY miles)

44:17 on the way home today, HR still too high (145+) ... hit a couple of lights..

personal best (in better shape) is 33:30 for that same run - that's flying.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: classicrockgriller on November 09, 2010, 05:53:06 PM
On the bent-rider?

Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 09, 2010, 08:11:00 PM
Quote from: classicrockgriller on November 09, 2010, 05:53:06 PM
On the bent-rider?

Yes.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: classicrockgriller on November 09, 2010, 08:39:41 PM
Quote from: FLBentRider on November 09, 2010, 08:11:00 PM
Quote from: classicrockgriller on November 09, 2010, 05:53:06 PM
On the bent-rider?

Yes.

WOW! I'd go to sleep if I laid down that long.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: SouthernSmoked on November 10, 2010, 02:23:45 AM
Nice cause Randy and Good Luck!!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 11, 2010, 07:37:53 AM
Quote from: SouthernSmoked on November 10, 2010, 02:23:45 AM
Nice cause Randy and Good Luck!!


Thanks. Today is supposed to be windy.

Wind is like a hill that never ends.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: Tenpoint5 on November 11, 2010, 07:50:54 AM
Quote from: FLBentRider on November 11, 2010, 07:37:53 AM
Quote from: SouthernSmoked on November 10, 2010, 02:23:45 AM
Nice cause Randy and Good Luck!!


Thanks. Today is supposed to be windy.

Wind is like a hill that never ends.

Good endurance builder!! Keep up the good work Randy. We will get you on RAGBRAI yet!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 11, 2010, 02:39:54 PM
Quote from: Tenpoint5 on November 11, 2010, 07:50:54 AM
Quote from: FLBentRider on November 11, 2010, 07:37:53 AM
Quote from: SouthernSmoked on November 10, 2010, 02:23:45 AM
Nice cause Randy and Good Luck!!


Thanks. Today is supposed to be windy.

Wind is like a hill that never ends.

Good endurance builder!! Keep up the good work Randy. We will get you on RAGBRAI yet!

RAGBRAI is definitely on my "list"

72 miles so far this week.. cardio is slowly getting there.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: BuyLowSellHigh on November 11, 2010, 03:13:42 PM
Can't believe I missed this ..

Great work FLBR, and for a good cause too.  Keep it up !

If I tried 70 miles on a bicycle this week I'd need an orthopedic surgeon, a neurosurgeon, and about three PT's (physical terrorists).
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 11, 2010, 03:20:16 PM
Quote from: BuyLowSellHigh on November 11, 2010, 03:13:42 PM
Can't believe I missed this ..

Great work FLBR, and for a good cause too.  Keep it up !

If I tried 70 miles on a bicycle this week I'd need an orthopedic surgeon, a neurosurgeon, and about three PT's (physical terrorists).

Hopefully all I'll need when I'm done is a massage therapist and a bartender!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 11, 2010, 03:37:02 PM
Can I get you some peanuts Sir?
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: Tenpoint5 on November 11, 2010, 06:07:04 PM
Quote from: FLBentRider on November 11, 2010, 03:20:16 PM
Quote from: BuyLowSellHigh on November 11, 2010, 03:13:42 PM
Can't believe I missed this ..

Great work FLBR, and for a good cause too.  Keep it up !

If I tried 70 miles on a bicycle this week I'd need an orthopedic surgeon, a neurosurgeon, and about three PT's (physical terrorists).

Hopefully all I'll need when I'm done is a massage therapist and a bartender!

Depends on what she looks like whether or not I would need the massage therapist but the bartender would be a must!!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: BuyLowSellHigh on November 11, 2010, 06:30:51 PM
You're assuming that it's a "she".    ;)
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: ArnieM on November 11, 2010, 07:11:38 PM
Great going and proud of you FLBR.  I can hardly walk up to my mailbox.  :-X
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: Caneyscud on November 12, 2010, 07:12:52 AM
Randy - way to go.  Served 320 women last night at a Cancer fundraiser at Church.  That was way more easier than 70 miles.  Decades (and 70 pounds) ago used to do 100 milers for charity on my Peugeot - but that was also in flat Texas farm country! 
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: KevinG on November 12, 2010, 09:23:38 AM
Way to go FLBR!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: SnellySmokesEm on November 12, 2010, 09:58:04 AM
Thats awesome Randy!  Way to go!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TMB on November 12, 2010, 10:16:26 AM
Way to go, wish I was in that good of shape to try.

Good luck and "May the Char be with you"   
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 12, 2010, 10:32:53 AM
Thanks!

If you would like to donate to my cause, click here - https://www.ridedcc.com/dcc/pfp/?ID=HR0001 then click on "give now"
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 12, 2010, 02:45:34 PM
96 miles for the week. HR is starting to drop a little, from the 150's to the 140's
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: punchlock on November 14, 2010, 05:15:07 PM
Bump....
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 17, 2010, 02:46:04 PM
Given my schedule over the next few days, today's ride was probably the last one before the big one on Sunday = 48 miles this week.

avg HR is getting lower, speeds are up - hit 24mph today for a little while - it's all good.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 17, 2010, 03:56:10 PM
As of 5:56 CST on 11-17-2010 our smoking friend (FLBentRider) has raised $635 dollars of a goal of $750 and he only has 2 full days before the Challenge begins on 11-20-2010. This is a reachable goal for the great cause to "Increase Cancer Awareness" something that has personally touched almost every one of us.

The finish line is within sight!

https://www.ridedcc.com/dcc/pfp/?ID=HR0001

Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 19, 2010, 03:31:03 PM
As of 5:31 CST 11-19-2010 Randy has surpassed his goal of $750 with a sponsored amount of $771. Hip, Hip Hooray!

So Randy go ride safe knowing your big heart and safety are in our thoughts and prayers!

Good Luck!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 19, 2010, 03:44:05 PM
Quote from: TestRocket on November 19, 2010, 03:31:03 PM
As of 5:31 CST 11-19-2010 Randy has surpassed his goal of $750 with a sponsored amount of $771. Hip, Hip Hooray!

So Randy go ride safe knowing your big heart and safety are in our thoughts and prayers!

Good Luck!


Thanks!

I'm loading up on a few of Nepas' snack sticks from the FLSO.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: KyNola on November 19, 2010, 07:55:40 PM
Randy, congrats on exceeding your goal for a worthy cause! 
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 20, 2010, 06:03:42 PM
Bike all loaded up, heading downtown first thing in the morning.

I'll probably post pictures and updates on FB during the day, I might get to update this thread tomorrow evening.

Thanks for all your support.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: Sailor on November 20, 2010, 06:11:43 PM
Randy, be careful and keep safe.  Good luck and drink lots of fluids.  No cramps!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 20, 2010, 06:16:05 PM
Quote from: Sailor on November 20, 2010, 06:11:43 PM
Randy, be careful and keep safe.  Good luck and drink lots of fluids.  No cramps!

Thanks. I tend to over-hydrate - that has it issues as well.

They are closing some of the roads, A1A is not one of them, but we have a 7.8 mile section on I-595 (that will be closed) Look for me in the hammer lane. ;D ;D

We start from CityPlace @0730.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 20, 2010, 06:17:32 PM
Good Luck Randy!
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Post by: KyNola on November 20, 2010, 06:40:50 PM
Good luck Randy!  We're all right there with you in spirit.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: hal4uk on November 20, 2010, 10:01:22 PM
Good luck!
"Cuz" thanks you.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: squirtthecat on November 20, 2010, 10:04:52 PM

Awesome!   Hammer Down!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 21, 2010, 02:32:37 PM
Mission accomplished!

Right at 5 hours of riding. Pics and data coming soon.
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: Tenpoint5 on November 21, 2010, 02:54:21 PM
Way to Go Randy!!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: BuyLowSellHigh on November 21, 2010, 03:51:38 PM
Congrats, Dude!

I know that feels good ...  really good!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: hal4uk on November 21, 2010, 03:55:40 PM
Congrats!!!  Way to go!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: deb415611 on November 21, 2010, 03:58:12 PM
Congrats Randy!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: classicrockgriller on November 21, 2010, 04:25:44 PM
Quote from: FLBentRider on November 21, 2010, 02:32:37 PM
Mission accomplished!

Right at 5 hours of riding. Pics and data coming soon.

I wouldn't be able to walk for a week!

Congrats on the Ride for a Great cause!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 21, 2010, 04:29:35 PM
Way to go man! You made us proud! Congrats and a big pat on the back to boot!  ;D
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: GusRobin on November 21, 2010, 04:33:24 PM
congrats and good job
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: KyNola on November 21, 2010, 05:58:27 PM
Way to go Randy!  I happen to know the weather conditions were less than ideal too. 
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: punchlock on November 21, 2010, 06:07:14 PM
Well done Randy you were able to exceed your goal and you lived to tell about it.

Congrats!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: FLBentRider on November 23, 2010, 05:45:50 PM
The data details here - http://bit.ly/giHs8j

Pictures:
The before picture
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMGP3641.jpg)
the start
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00182-20101121-0730.jpg)
First water stop
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00183-20101121-0907.jpg)
Second water stop
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00187-20101121-1042.jpg)
Heading for the tunnel
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00186-20101121-1037.jpg)
Florida mountain
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00185-20101121-1029.jpg)
Cruising the interstate
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00188-20101121-1116.jpg)
Surprise rest area on I-595
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00189-20101121-1146.jpg)
First sight of the goal
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00190-20101121-1300.jpg)
Pep talk
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00191-20101121-1311.jpg)
The finish line - the end zone!
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00192-20101121-1314.jpg)
photo op
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMGP3648.jpg)
relaxing on the bench
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMGP3649.jpg)
Can you find my son?
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMGP3646.jpg)
Here he is
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMGP3645.jpg)
Now I know how many kegs fit on an elevator
(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/DCC%202010/IMG00193-20101121-1433.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: squirtthecat on November 23, 2010, 05:58:05 PM

Awesome!!
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Post by: hal4uk on November 23, 2010, 06:18:24 PM
Nice photo op with CRG and TP!!!!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: Tenpoint5 on November 23, 2010, 07:19:07 PM
Quote from: hal4uk on November 23, 2010, 06:18:24 PM
Nice photo op with CRG and TP!!!!

Hey now CRG resembles that remark!!
Title: Re: I'm (bicycling) 70 miles to benefit cancer research!
Post by: TestRocket on November 24, 2010, 07:03:53 AM
Quote from: hal4uk on November 23, 2010, 06:18:24 PM
Nice photo op with CRG and TP!!!!

That was good of them to show up at the finish line in support of you! Thanks for the PICS!  ;D