@marc Thanks. How steep is the wall? Any special gearing needed?

Really good report. Makes me sad I can't do it.

Posted By: Jeff Condon

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@marc Thanks. How steep is the wall? Any special gearing needed?

To be honest, usually once I start racing out of town, I've got a 27-tooth on my race wheel and never see a reason to switch it out. I'd feel uncomfortable with only a 39x23, but 39x25 is probably fine. I'm a spinner though. What gear are you climbing Ash out of Piermont? That's the gear you'll want for the climb. Remember it's steep as the first ramp, but longer. And at race pace.

I'm going to ride it in the 53x11. NBD.

Posted By: mperlbergI'm going to ride it in the 53x11. NBD.

Single speed right?!

I think this is a great USAC handout adapted to a NYC racers needs. It is CRCA specific, but still relevant. Probably a great thing for new Kissena riders to complete before racing:

http://www.crca.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/PreCompetition_vFinal.Draft_.pdf

Checkbox No. 55: Watch instructive video to get feel for park race sprinting.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRcAQZgsoNY

outstanding. and you just *know* going in that jello biafra doesn't hold his line. he might as well change his name to roberto ferrari.

@ Stearns. Do not even contemplate sprinting against a Jello-lines Biafra.
That was a smoooooth move by Ferrari, what a goon! Spectacular crash mitigation skills by Cav.

I liked the guy who bunny hopped over Cavs prone body

PING!

Yes - I'd be keen on this, assuming I'm in town.  Seems like a good time for a mid-season check-in....

Would enjoy this...

two yeses.  Do I have a third and fourth?  New peoples?

I'm interested depending on when and where. I'm most likely to attend if its in Brooklyn.

PING!

@ Wump I've missed the last 2 of these to my unending regret.  Sadly this will make 3 as it's anniversary night.

I am in for Monday 

Anyone else?  Still need a place and time.  If someone puts out some nice food, maybe Lisa will drag Jules.

I'd love to make it to this as well.

Considering the weather, we can probably do it outside somewhere, like in a park.  

Any interest?  Any meeting place suggestions?

Like a park...interesting and good suggestion. There's lots of nice, quiet space at the north end of Central Park. For example the pond area that comes right after the descent of Harlem Hill and before the west side rollers. Benches, grass, ducks. Good stuff.

Since nobody ventured forth a locale (I was thinking Stearns would offer up his place) I suggest we meet at the Prospect Park side of Grand Army Plaza at 7pm tomorrow night.

I'm unfortunately going to be unable to attend after all due to a wake. Hope to make it for the next round, even if it's next season.

anyone else in?  I'll reveal race-winning secrets, the magic behind racing as a team, and perhaps who really killed Kennedy.  

Noobs!  This is for you!

I'm sorry I can't get to this JP, its fun especially when its in the park on a nice night.

I gotta be home for family dinner tonight...I'm out.

Noobs!  This is for you!

We will talk about in-season race tactics.

Everyone can be smarter about racing.

Unfortunately, I'm not going to be able to make it because of work.  Let me know if you schedule another in the future.

Is anyone joining JP tonight ? I have to bail as well .

Hey JP - Woulda offered up my space (for real!) but....but.....I've been tuned out/off the boards for the last couple weeks. Next time! Hope you had a good turnout.