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The PCL is five years old!

Thanks for the memories. More to come in 2012. Here's a few flashbacks.

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PCL hits Dirt Rag

Check out this months Dirt Rag for a feature on Gravel Worlds written by Matt Gersib and photos by Jason Ortiz

Gravel Worlds 2012!

The PCL is happy to announce that Gravel Worlds will happen again in 2012! Date is yet to be determined (most likely the end of August). The event will begin and end in Lincoln, Nebraska. New course for 2012! Stay tuned for intermittent details!

Friday

Gravel Worlds Results!

Here are the results listed by caterogy. Time reflects amount of ride time. Please let me know if you see any discrepancies. Thanks to all that participated. Lining up for a race on the edge of town before sunrise knowing the weather is threatening along with the reality of having to walk miles of muddy roads takes a lot of courage. Much respect from the PCL crew! We're already excited for next year!

Open Men

First name	Last name	Time	Place
Greg	Shimonek	10:38:30	1
Brady	Murphy	10:45:56	2
Dale	Pinkelman	11:08:30	3
Lucas	Marshall	11:18:00	4
Kevin	Burke	12:04:08	5
Trevor	Madden	12:18:22	6
Rich	Wince	12:21:34	7
Eric	Finks	12:25:33	8
Paul	Chapman	12:25:33	9
Michael	Dixon	12:25:33	9
James	Blake	12:36:17	11
Chris	Karpowicz	12:36:59	12
Kevin	Collings	12:40:38	13
John	Williams	12:46:28	14
Chris	Burger	12:48:49	15
Ted	Lechnowsky	12:55:25	16
Randy	Gibson	13:11:06	17
Ben	Swan	13:12:10	18
Steve	Cannon	13:12:36	19
Marcus	Mancini	13:28:08	20
Al	Brunner	13:39:32	21
Jeremy	Eisenhauer	13:40:25	22
Jason	Bakewell	13:42:00	23
Carlos	Monzon	13:42:47	24
Andrew	Keffer	14:01:56	25
Scott	Kiddoo	14:03:30	26
Scott	Noel	14:03:30	26
Tim	Mohn	14:28:50	28
Aaron	Schnee	14:30:00	29
Lane	Bergen	14:30:35	30
Rob	Livermore	14:48:43	31
Wesley	Trout	14:53:35	32
Eric	Benjamin	15:02:05	33
Scott	Bridges	15:14:50	34
Oak	Williams	15:16:05	35
Phillip	Clark	15:27:05	36
Tim	Kelsey	15:27:05	36
Devin	O'Brien	15:27:05	36
Chris	Goodall	15:35:20	39
Scott	Redd	15:35:20	39
Carl	Gauger	15:51:30	41
Scott	Ideen	16:46:30	42
Lucas	Orth	16:46:30	42
Brandon	Wachal	16:46:30	42
Andrew	Amen	DNF	DNF
Alfred	Berchtold	DNF	DNF
Matt	Bergen	DNF	DNF
Chris	Blackstock	DNF	DNF
Jordan	Brasch	DNF	DNF
Conrad	C.	DNF	DNF
Mark	Chapin	DNF	DNF
Brian	Drahota	DNF	DNF
Joe	Fox	DNF	DNF
Matt	Fuller	DNF	DNF
Matt	Gersib	DNF	DNF
Shane	Harders	DNF	DNF
Robert	Kay	DNF	DNF
Randy	Kinney	DNF	DNF
Corey	Knop	DNF	DNF
Daniel	Kroll	DNF	DNF
Zane	Languis	DNF	DNF
Delan	Lonowski	DNF	DNF
Brian	Luciani	DNF	DNF
Mike	Marsh	DNF	DNF
David	McLeod	DNF	DNF
Gus	Miller	DNF	DNF
Ian	Moore	DNF	DNF
Scott	O'Mara	DNF	DNF
Russell	Parde	DNF	DNF
Phillip	Rudebusch	DNF	DNF
Phil	Stake	DNF	DNF
Paul	White	DNF	DNF
Kevin	Wilkins	DNF	DNF
Jim	Winklepleck	DNF	DNF
Todd	Wixon	DNF	DNF
Dan	Zieg	DNF	DNF
Jake	Anderson	DNS	DNS
Bruce	Anderson	DNS	DNS
Ryan	Anzalone	DNS	DNS
Matt	Beck	DNS	DNS
Paul	Carroll	DNS	DNS
Jon	Chamberlain	DNS	DNS
Sean	Craig	DNS	DNS
Sean	Fontaine	DNS	DNS
Michael	Giese	DNS	DNS
Kevin	Gilinsky	DNS	DNS
Courtney	Hilton	DNS	DNS
David	Kosark	DNS	DNS
Ken	Lackey	DNS	DNS
Chris	Larkin	DNS	DNS
Scott	McDonough	DNS	DNS
David	Sheesley	DNS	DNS
Timothy	Songster	DNS	DNS
Matt	Vonderfecht	DNS	DNS
Keith	Walberg	DNS	DNS
Marc	Walter	DNS	DNS
Tim	Werts	DNS	DNS

Open Women

First name	Last name	Time	Place
Loren	Uscilowski	12:21:34	1
Elisabeth	Reinkordt	16:46:30	2
Kimberly	Brown	DNF	DNF
Chinda	David	DNF	DNF
Ashley	Frear Cooper	DNF	DNF
Emily	Harrenstein	DNF	DNF
Ryana	Swift	DNF	DNF
Liz	Tylander	DNF	DNF
Jen	Deep	DNF	DNF
Cindy	Arias	DNS	DNS
Amber	Hollmann	DNS	DNS
Sarah	Madsen	DNS	DNS
Barbie	Miller	DNS	DNS
Nora	Rolf	DNS	DNS

Master Men

First name	Last name	Time	Place
Mike	Shumway	12:21:34	1
John	Vondracek	12:52:10	2
Ron	Nelson	13:42:50	3
Bruce	Sandahl	14:37:50	4
Mark	Falloon	15:32:20	5
Patrick	Grewe	DNF	DNF
Steve	Hurless	DNF	DNF
Paul	Larsen	DNF	DNF
Don	Reed	DNF	DNF
David	Rowe	DNF	DNF
Brian	Todd	DNF	DNF
Robert	Tucker	DNF	DNF
Mike	Borland	DNS	DNS
Jim	Cummings	DNS	DNS
John	Mathias	DNS	DNS
Jim	Rank	DNS	DNS
Rick	Sanders	DNS	DNS
Lou	Waugaman	DNS	DNS

Master Women

First name	Last name	Time	Place
Kim	Carveth	16:45:30	1

Single Speed Men

First name	Last name	Time	Place
Eric	Brunt	10:45:55	1
Chris	Hansen	11:51:56	2
Rafal	Doloto	12:25:33	3
Cornbread		12:25:33	3
Aaron	Gammel	12:48:49	5
Jonathan	Neve	13:29:49	6
David	Randleman	14:23:05	7
Steven	Thompson	14:24:30	8
John	Welsh	14:31:05	9
Tod	Sehnert	15:32:20	10
Matt	Wills	15:51:30	11
Rhino	Albeez	DNF	DNF
Scott	Kielion	DNF	DNF
Clint	Robinson	DNF	DNF
Patrick	Sands	DNF	DNF
Joseph	Savoie	DNF	DNF
Warren	Wiebe	DNF	DNF
Bob	Barklage	DNS	DNS
Michael	Beck	DNS	DNS
Scott	Bristol	DNS	DNS
Kent	Carlson	DNS	DNS
Don	Daly	DNS	DNS
Joel	Dyke	DNS	DNS
Wade	Frerichs	DNS	DNS
Zack	Lamb	DNS	DNS
Steve	McGuire	DNS	DNS
Adam	Moskowitz	DNS	DNS
Billy	Schaaphok	DNS	DNS

Single Speed Women

First name	Last name	Time	Place
Janna	Vavra	12:48:28	1
Sydney	Brown	DNS	DNS

Tandem

First name	Last name	Time	Place
Lance/Malcolm	Andre/Tassi	14:30:00	1
Charle & Pat	Jenkins	DNS	DNS

Gravel Worlds! Full steam ahead!

Who's ready?! Gravel Worlds is less than 24 hours away!

Thanks

First and foremost, the PCL crew would like to say thanks to all the folks who played a part in organizing and sponsoring the event. The list is lengthy, but please be sure to check out the links and support those who support us!

Cycle Works, Moose's Tooth, War Axe Bicycles, Twin Six, Routine Leg Works, Modern Monks, Empyrean Brewing Company, Monkey Wrench Cycles, Joyride Bicycles, Bike Rack, Trek Store of Omaha, TMCO, Screen Ink

Weather

Alright, now onto the topic that everyone is wondering about...the weather. Mother Nature did her best to throw a wrench in our plans, but we're forging ahead. The Lincoln area got a significant amount of rain last night. The gravel roads should handle the precipitation, but the MMR (dirt roads) could be a different story. The forecast for today is for mostly sunny skies and a modest wind out of the east. The sunshine and wind should help dry the dirt roads.

The forecast for the entire event is 30 to 40% chance of scattered thunderstorms. Of course all this could change. Please be aware that we are not modifying the course. This is a tongue in cheek World Championship. You gotta earn it! So some MMR roads may be a bit soft and muddy. There could be some sections that are not rideable. You may hafta do some hike a bike. It's not a big deal. Trust me. Several of the gravel grinders this year had significant amounts of hike a bike.

We will start in the rain, but not if there is lightning. If lightning is present we will have a delayed start.

Please use common sense while out on the course. If the weather takes a turn for the worse please seek shelter. We will not be out there to warn you of inclement weather. It is your responsibility to recognize and respond to severe and dangerous weather.

Gonna bail?

If you don't plan on making it to the event and have already sent in a postcard, please shot me an email and let me know that you will not be in attendance.

If you start the event and decide to not continue to the finish you MUST call (text message preferred) the number below (Troy's number) and let us know you are done and have a safe way home. AGAIN, YOU MUST CALL THE NUMBER (TEXT MESSAGE PREFERRED) AND LET US KNOW YOU ARE NO LONGER ON THE COURSE AND HAVE A SAFE WAY HOME. Write this number down or store it in your phone. Please text or leave a message with your name.

(402) 540-1256

Mmmmm....MMR!

Friday Night Optional Rider Check-in

Tonight at Cycle Works (located at 27th and Vine street) from 6 PM until 9 PM the PCL crew will be having an optional rider check-in. During the check-in we will verify rider information including collecting contact info (cell number), have riders sign a waiver, hand out cue sheets, and answer any questions pertaining to Gravel Worlds.

Riders will also have an opportunity to purchase items in the store at a discounted rate. Modern Monks has also generously supplied a keg of IPA and also some craft root beer. You don't wanna miss out!

Cycle Works PCL display!

Secret Checkpoint

There is a secret checkpoint for tomorrow along with the three Nebraska Powerball ticket checkpoints. It was noted on your cue sheet and is around mile 102. The checkpoint is up a driveway off the gravel road. Keep your eyes peeled for a sign. You shouldn't miss it. You must have proof of reaching this checkpoint after crossing the finish line.


PCL Swag

The good folks at Screen Ink have hooked us up again with a bunch of one of a kind PCL t-shirts, sweatshirts and even a tanktop and hoodie. Limited Edition individually numbered Gravel Worlds posters will also be available. If you want one you better show up at Cycle Works tonight. Prices to be determined.


Trophies

Thanks to the good folks at TMCO for the wicked trophies. Only the winner of each category will receive a gravel reliquary.

Yep, that's gravel in there!

Bottle Openers

There are a limited number of Gravel Worlds bottle openers that will be available at the final Oasis location. Schmidty will determine who gets one. You may hafta drink a beer or two supplied by Empryean Ales in order to get one.

Yep, that's a gravel maintainer on that bottle opener!

See everyone soon! Arrrrrrrgh!

Gravel Worlds course info update!

Never too far from Lincoln

Cue Sheet update

Thanks to PCL mate, Rafal, we have a link to a MS Word document for the cue sheet. You can find it here. Please format as you see fit. If you decide not to make your own cue sheet we will have an 8 1/2 x 11 sheet for you to use, but you will need a way to protect it from moisture. A Ziplock freezer bag works great. We will not be supplying Ziplock bags.

Detailed map

We also have a link to the MapMyRIDE website courtesy of PCL mate, Paul L. You can find that here. I've heard varying estimates on the total elevation gain (climbing). Anywhere from 5,000 up to near 12,000. Who knows? Make no mistake, it's got a lot of rollers.

Don't get lost!

Alrighty, no one wants to travel to an event and get lost while riding. So please be very attentive to street signs. All of the turns on the course have street makers. The PCL crew rode the entire course last week to be certain.

Please note that some roads are very similar. N 40th off Branched Oak Road (mile 21.5) and NW 40th off Branched Oak Road (mile 27.5). If you take a right on N 40th you're gonna be off course. So look for NW 40th.

Gravel Worlds UPDATE!

Gravel Worlds! SUPER IMPORTANT NEWS!

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE POST!

The course

The Gravel Worlds course is ready for viewing! We release the course early so folks can make their own cue sheets/cards if they choose to do so. If you don't want to make a cue sheet/card, we will have a standard cue sheet at the optional Friday evening rider check-in at Cycle Works (6pm-9pm) The standard cue sheet will also be available on the morning of the ride. The standard cue sheet will be a basic 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper. Nothing fancy folks. If you want something better, knock yourself out.

This is a challenging course! For those who participated in the 2010 Gravel Worlds you will note this is 99% the same. We have added a little extra to get the total mileage up to 153 and change. Rough estimates are around 8,000 to 9,000 feet of climbing. The climbs are short power climbs that seem never ending. The terrain will have all kinds of gravel and dirt road surfaces. Some areas will have large white rock sections that are pinch flat power sucking purgatories. Arrrgh!

Below is a jpeg of the cue sheet. It is your responsibility to know how to read the cue sheet and have a way to conveniently carry and access it during the ride. You must carry a cue sheet! Don't rely on your buddy or other folks to navigate you. Be familiar with which road you're on and the upcoming turn and mileage. A cyclometer is highly recommended. Note the cue sheet has mileage listed next to each turn. Your mileage should be approximately the mileage listed on the cue sheet when you get to the listed turn if you remain on course.

The cue sheet is broken up into four sections. Note there are only THREE pseudo-checkpoints. At each pseudo-checkpoint no one will be there to check you off. You will need to purchase a Nebraska Powerball Lottery ticket at the convenience store listed on the cue sheet as proof of reaching said checkpoint. Please note that you cannot buy Nebraska Powerball tickets with a credit or debit card. You must have cold hard cash! The Nebraska Powerball Lottery tickets will be collected at the end of the ride. If you don't have three tickets from each specified pseudo-checkpoint, you will be disqualified. I will be verifying date/time and location on the tickets upon each rider finish.

Please note that the pseudo-checkpoint in the town of Valpraiso has two gas stations/convenience stores and only one sells Nebraska Powerball Lottery tickets (Phillips 66).

I'm still working on a way to post the cue sheet via Microsoft Word. If you want a copy via Microsoft Word, send me an email and I'll shot you a copy. Aarrrgh!

Secret Checkpoint

It's a secret. Got it? Note on the cue sheet it's located somewhere on SW 2nd Street. You gotta find it and prove you made it there when you cross the finish line.

Course Markings?

Pfffft...yeah, right. The course will NOT be marked. Also this is not a closed course! Traffic will be common and frequent on many sections of the course. Exercise caution when crossing intersections!

Cue Sheet holders

Since the standard cue sheet is plain ole paper, please be aware that it will soak up sweat and eventually be rendered useless. You must have a way to store and carry the cue sheet during the ride in order to protect and conveniently access it. Think of it as a Pirate treasure map. You gotta preserve that map if you want to get to the booty! Arrrgh!

There are cue sheet holders out there for purchase, but a simple solution is to use a zip lock freezer bag. You can jimmy rig it to your handlebar for easy viewing pleasure.

Please, please, please be attentive to your surroundings while viewing the cue sheet. Don't be a dork and take other people out or blow through an intersection and get yourself killed while gawking at the cue sheet.

If you lose your cue sheet during the ride, wait for someone behind you and link up with them. Don't expect anyone to bring you another one! If you call me and ask me to do that I'll get a good laugh. Arrrgh!

Gravel Etiquette & Safety

This is common sense stuff, but needs to be mentioned. There are several things folks must do on a gravel ride that will keep themselves and others safe which will ensure a fun and rewarding experience.

1. Stay to the right and don't ride in the opposite lane especially up climbs/rollers! If I catch or even hear of anyone riding in the opposite lane up a climb, they will be disqualified. No questions asked. Why? If a vehicle comes blasting over the top, you and/or everyone behind you will most likely get hurt and/or killed. Not cool. Stay to the right. Stay to the right. Stay to the right.
   
2. Remain attentive to your surroundings! Please keep your head up and be sure to be on the look out for traffic, dogs/animals, loose gravel, wheel sucking ruts or cracks in bridges, soft sand, large white rock, or anything else that can potentially take you or someone else down. Look at your cue sheet when it is safe. If you need to stop to view the cue sheet, stop. There's no time limit on this bad daddy.
   
3. Call things out! If you see or go through something sketchy be sure warn your colleagues by calling it out and pointing to it if you can safely do so. Yes, you can say "car up" on a gravel ride. In fact, it's the courteous thing to do. Also when passing, please do so at a safe juncture and kindly and loudly proclaim "on your left". If you plan on slowing or stopping be sure the folks behind you are aware prior to taking action.
   
4. Stop if someone needs help! This is all about fun folks. So if you see someone stopped or in need of assistance, please ask if they need help and offer a helping hand if possible. The bike Gods will smile upon you if you do.
   
5. Let the dust settle if you get dusted! If you get dusted by a vehicle, and this is highly likely right now do to the lack of moisture recently, slow down and let the dust settle. First off this will prevent a potential collision from another vehicle traveling through the dust cloud who is unable to see you until it's too late. Secondly it's a lot better on your lungs, trust me.
6. Keep a straight line and call out/signal when changing position! If you find yourself in a group or even with another rider, please keep a straight line and avoid dramatic lines changes. Also signal with your hand or call out when you plan on making changes in your line. The crushing of gravel is louder than you think and you may not hear a rider behind or even beside you on occasions.
7. Don't be a dick! If I hear of any dickish behavior by any rider, they will not only be disqualified, but will also hafta walk the PCL plank. Aarrrgh!
8. Obey the traffic laws! Please obey all traffic laws. That includes stopping at stop signs, signaling when turning, obeying speed limits, wearing seat belts, and no texting while riding (we're cool with you blogging while riding though).
   
9. Come prepared! First off, be sure to have everything you need to ensure you can deal with a mechanical issue (broken chain, flat tire, etc.). Secondly, plan your food and fluid consumption needs prudently. The pseudo-checkpoints have been warned of your arrival and will have plenty of sustenance available for purchase. So bring some cash along! The minimal things you should have on you during the ride include: helmet, eye protection, front and rear lights (blinky and illumination), a minimum of two water bottles or a hydration pack, snacks, cyclocomputer, tools, tubes, cell phone, cue sheet holder, your wits and climbing legs! Arrrgh!
   

Staying on the right. Great job Lincoln Gravel Posse! You get a Gold Star!

The Start/Finish Location

The start/finish will be located at the Lancaster Event Center far east overflow parking lot (just off of Havelock Ave). This is a grass field with a dirt road running down the middle. It doesn't look like much folks, but it's where we're call home for the day! Parking will be available for the entire day free of charge. Since there isn't an indoor plumbed restroom facility at our disposal we will have porta-potty available to use. Please try to get that potty break out of the way prior to arriving at the start. Arrrgh!

This is the start location

The morning of the ride

Please plan on arriving early on Saturday August 20th. The ride begins at 6 AM sharp. So plan on being at the start/finish by 5:15 at the latest. You will need to check-in and sign a waiver if you haven't already done so at the optional Friday evening rider check-in at Cycle Works. At 5:45 we will hold a rider meeting to review ins and outs. Do not be late or you will miss the boat and not be permitted to start. Arrrgh!

Oasis Locations and Specifics

Some kindly locals have heard about our little ride and have offered to provide beverages and snacks to riders. These are optional stops for folks who need some extra sustenance. There will be signs on the course indicating the oasis locations. Also, please be sure to place some $ in the tip jar if you make a stop. These folks are spending their own money to help us out.

The first oasis location is about 77 miles into the ride and just off of the corner of 98th and W. Pioneers Blvd which is ten miles after Malcolm and 34 miles prior to Hickman. Big climb start shortly after this oasis. That's a fair warning!

The second oasis location is about 140 miles into the ride and on 176th street. You've only got a little over 12 miles to go after this oasis! Arrrgh!

Awards/Prizes

If you're the first person to finish in your category and don't act like a dick, you'll receive a Gravel World Championship Jersey and a custom made trophy courtesy of our good friends at TMCO. Second place and all other finishers will receive a high five and a "atta boy/girl"! Arrrgh!

Oh, there are no prizes except the rewarding experience of riding 153 challenging miles of Nebraska gravel goodness.

Can you still sign up?

Sure! Shot me an email with your name, age, hometown, email address, cell number, and category. Or just show up the morning of the ride and sign up. Be sure show up extra early if signing up the morning of. I'll be there around 5 AM. Ugh! I mean...Arrrgh!

Liability - You are 100% responsible for you!

Finally, I gotta mention the liability issue. If you choose to participate you are agreeing that you are taking on full responsibility for what happens to you out on the course. We are in no way responsible for anything that happens to you during the ride or any part of this adventure. YOU ARE COMPLETELY AND ABSOLUTELY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOU! By choosing to ride with us you, your family (estate), and insurance company agrees not to sue us if you get hurt and/or killed. Yeah, pretty damn morbid, eh?

Also, please have a bail out option. We will have limited availability for pick ups and will only do so in emergency situations. The beauty of this ride is you're never more than 40 miles from Lincoln. Aarrrgh!

Questions, comments or concerns?

If you got any, shot me an email. My addy is in my profile. See everyone soon!

PCL Swag

Free PCL bottles will be handed out at Friday check in (6pm-9pm)

Gravel Worlds info! Please read!

Gravel Worlds just around the corner!

The Gravel Worlds jerseys have arrived! Only winners of each category will have the honor of slipping this jersey on.

The 2011 Gravel World Championship aka The Good Life Gravel Adventure is one week away. Saturday August 20th at 6 AM the adventure begins!

Start/Finish Location:

The start/finish is located at the Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln, Nebraska which is located at 4100 N. 84th Street. We will be staging at the Northeast dirt parking lot. There is plenty of parking available at the event center. Please be sure to review info on how to get there prior to August 20th.

The route and rules:

The course has been finalized! The course will consist of 154 miles of gravel and dirt roads with plenty of rollers. The course is essentially the same as last year with a few additions. It will be released on Monday August 15th. Riders will follow a set of cue cards to navigate the course. The course will NOT BE MARKED!

Riders will be able to make their own cue cards/sheets or use the sheet supplied by the PCL. I will try to have a Garmin GPS file by Monday as well for those using Garmin devices (yes, GPS devices are permitted!).

Small town convenience stores will serve as checkpoints and aid stations. Riders will be required to purchase a Nebraska Powerball Lottery ticket at each small town convenience store as proof of reaching the checkpoint. Nebraska Powerball Lottery tickets cost $1 and there are three checkpoints. The lottery tickets will be turned in at the finish of the event and verified.

This is a self supported event. You are absolutely responsible for you! Come prepared and please have a bail out option! Again, this is a self supported event in which YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOU!

Registration Info:

You can still register! If you would like to participate, please send a postcard with your name, age, hometown, category (see list below), email address, and cell phone number to:

Pirate Cycling League
1510 D Street
Lincoln, NE 68502

Categories:

• Open men
• Open women
• Masters men (50 years of age+)
• Masters women (50 years of age+)
• Single speed men (includes fixed geared bicycles)
• Single speed women (includes fixed geared bicycles)
• Tandem

If you don't wanna send a postcard, just show up at rider check in on Friday night or the day of the event!

Friday Night Rider Check-in:

There will be an optional rider check-in on Friday August 19th from 6 to 9 PM at Cycle Works in Lincoln, Nebraska. Cycle Works has two locations in town. The optional rider check-in will be at the 27th and Vine location. Check it here. There will be discounts available to Gravel Worlds participants during the check-in.

So why have the optional rider check-in? We're doing it to make it easier on us. Riders will be required to sign a waiver (yeah, I know...), pick up the cue sheet, buy PCL T-shirts, get last minute supplies, and hang with fellow gravel warriors.


Note on being cool:

Please remember this event is all about having fun on a bicycle with like minded individuals. If you see someone in need of assistance, please stop and offer a helping hand. Also, be courteous to everyone you encounter on the ride including dogs who are chasing you. So basically, don't be a dick.

Prizes:

This ain't that kinda race. Sorry.

Oasis:

There will be two oasis locations strategically placed along the route to offer additional assistance to riders. There will be plenty of food and beverages at the oasis locations. These are optional stops. There will be one secret checkpoint/oasis which is a required stop. More info later.

Additional info:

As always, we reserve the right to change any and everything whenever we see fit. We're pirates after all.

Questions, comments, concerns? Post here or send me an email.

Gravel Worlds 2011 from nocoastfilms on Vimeo.

g-dubs northern recon...

All good my friends! Rode the Northern most reaches of the course yesterday.  All roads are open, signs are still standing, & the gravel was primo.

If you haven't sent your card...get it sent!  You don't want to miss out.  If you're going to miss out...sucks for you.

Later,

TK

Gravel Worlds Accommodations

Gravel Worlds in just around the corner! Saturday August 20th at 6 AM the ride begins!

For those traveling from out of town and don't have lodging accommodations yet, here are two hotels that are close to the start/finish. The start/finish line will be the north parking lot at the Lancaster Event Center.


Hotels

Star City Inn
5600 Cornhusker Highway
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 464-5971

Double room = $50.34 plus tax

Please use the code words "Gravel Worlds" for the discount rate


Guesthouse Inn/Suites
5250 Cornhusker Highway
Lincoln, NE 68504
1-800-214-8378

Please contact Guesthouse Inn for room and rate details. No discount for riders currently.

Camping?

There really aren't a bounty of camping spots near the start/finish. The closest one that I can think of is Wagon Train State Recreation Area.


Wanna host a rider?

If you wanna host a rider/riders for the weekend of fun please contact me via email through my profile. Riders, if you need a place to crash please contact me and I'll try to get you hooked up with some good folks.

Gravel Worlds...less than a month away!

XXC Mag recently had a Gravel Worlds preview on their blog. Check it out here! Thanks XXC! Be sure to check out that mag. It's available electronically or in print. Great stuff! Inspiring.

Registration for the 2011 Gravel World Championship/The Good Life Gravel Adventure is still open! Get a postcard into the address below if you want in on some of the action.

Send a postcard with your name, hometown, email address, age, sex and category (see below) for the event to:

Pirate Cycling League
1510 D Street
Lincoln, NE 68502

The categories for the event are:

• Open men
• Open women
• Masters men (50 years of age+)
• Masters women (50 years of age+)
• Single speed men (includes fixed geared bicycles)
• Single speed women (includes fixed geared bicycles)
• Tandem

We will be accepting postcards until we see fit. Field limit? Maybe...

As a reminder, the adventure is set for Saturday August 20, 2011. Start time will be 6 AM. The event will start and finish in Lincoln, Nebraska.

A few quick details:

• This is a self supported event - Yes, you are responsible for you! If you gotta pull the plug on the side of the gravel road, be sure you have someone available to pick you up!
  
• The course will NOT be marked. A cue sheet will be distributed prior to the event.
  
• All riders are required to have a cyclo computer that can track mileage - Yes, we will verify that you completed the entire distance at the end.
  
• Riders will be required to purchase a Nebraska Powerball Lottery ticket at each "checkpoint" as proof of reaching the checkpoint.
• The checkpoints will be small town gas station convenience stores. If you need fluids and sustenance, buy it there!
  
• The distance will be roughly 150 miles with around 8,000 to 11,000 feet of vertical elevation gain.
• This is a free event (except the four to five lottery tickets you gotta buy for a buck).
• The Golden Rule applies to this event. If someone needs help, stop and help out.

As always, we reserve the right to change any and everything whenever we see fit. We're pirates after all.

Questions, comments, concerns? Post here or send me an email.

PCL kits are in,

get ahold of Schmiddy. he's got the goods. it is AWESOME.

Do you want a Gravel Worlds jersey?

If you wanna jersey, you gotta sign up and finish first in your category. The jerseys aren't for sale.

There's still time to sign up for Gravel Worlds. See the post below for more details. If you sent a postcard in already, don't worry. We got it. We'll be sending out email confirmations soon.