XFL racers will need to devise methods to carry the units. a few of the units have carrying cases but not all. there is a lanyard loop on the back of the unit that can be used with zip ties. generally the devices should be outside of packs with a clear view of the sky if you want to get good regular transmission.. the antenna is under the SPOT logo.
each unit will have the racer's name and emergency contact info associated with it however it is important to communicate to the racers that we do NOT respond to --or even receive--911 destress signals from the unit. those signals go directly to the local 911 dispatch offices along the course.
i will share with you a unit operation cheat sheet that you should provide racers for using the device. its kind of tricky to get them into tracking mode. you will need to test them all as soon as you get them. none of the units will come with AA lithiums. they need them. XFL is short enough that units batteries will not be used. tell the riders to keep their batteries. they are not cheap and will only be 10% drained post-race.
Thanks,
The NaKeD InDian
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
CFITT 911
We need the following info from all racers emailed to me at nakedindian at singletrack samurai.com.
email address.
your phone number.
Emergency contact name and number.
I need this information ASAP, it is for the programming of the SPOT units that will be used in the race to track your progress thru the course.
thanks,
The NaKeD InDiaN
email address.
your phone number.
Emergency contact name and number.
I need this information ASAP, it is for the programming of the SPOT units that will be used in the race to track your progress thru the course.
thanks,
The NaKeD InDiaN
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Latest for the race....
Racers/Riders/Volunteer.
IF there is anything I can personally do to help you and keep your cost down for the event let me know.
I am willing to offer up space at my home floor space, couch space, backyard camping space, hammock hanging space, whatever you need if you need it to get up there the day before to help you guys out.
Just email me at nakedindian99 at aol dot com and let me know.
If not there are hotels in Deland Florida, which is the closest city to paisley with hotels. You can also camp at Clearwater lake.
Stay posted to the race blog for the most current updates and information.
spot tracker site is up, the link is a couple of post before this, what that will do it will allow your loved ones, friends or whomever to view your progress along the course and see how your doing. It also will let them know that your alive and well, and it also has a 911 button, in the event that something happens and you need help, you push that button, rescue will find you.
What else? Just holler at me, and let me know. The only thing I cant help with is transportation.
LOL, Im not exactly sure how I am getting to the race, I do have a friend who lives close to their, I may park my car there and ride to the race? So who knows... LOL, I got a ride home though...
Ok, good luck, with your prep, anything just ask!
IF there is anything I can personally do to help you and keep your cost down for the event let me know.
I am willing to offer up space at my home floor space, couch space, backyard camping space, hammock hanging space, whatever you need if you need it to get up there the day before to help you guys out.
Just email me at nakedindian99 at aol dot com and let me know.
If not there are hotels in Deland Florida, which is the closest city to paisley with hotels. You can also camp at Clearwater lake.
Stay posted to the race blog for the most current updates and information.
spot tracker site is up, the link is a couple of post before this, what that will do it will allow your loved ones, friends or whomever to view your progress along the course and see how your doing. It also will let them know that your alive and well, and it also has a 911 button, in the event that something happens and you need help, you push that button, rescue will find you.
What else? Just holler at me, and let me know. The only thing I cant help with is transportation.
LOL, Im not exactly sure how I am getting to the race, I do have a friend who lives close to their, I may park my car there and ride to the race? So who knows... LOL, I got a ride home though...
Ok, good luck, with your prep, anything just ask!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Map Update
It was pointed out to me the day we mapped the route, when we came out of Santos and crossed SR 200 we took a detour to get refreshments on the route to a convenience store.
This visit to the store is not part of the route.
The route has been edited and the GPX file has been updated, please update your cue sheets or GPS devices.
thanks,
The NaKeD InDiaN
This visit to the store is not part of the route.
The route has been edited and the GPX file has been updated, please update your cue sheets or GPS devices.
thanks,
The NaKeD InDiaN
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Updates and such...
The race clock is ticking and the big day draws near.
The spot units will be available and the route has been mailed off to create a site with the map so that the units will track on it.
Quite honestly I cant believe all the attention my little race has received and all the generous support from people outside the state. I can hardly get people in my own area to support it, but people from hundreds and thousand miles away willingly contribute to give rise and encourage the fine art of self supported touring.
Remember, On Race day, there will be a riders meeting at 5am. At that time we will give out the spot units as well as a brief tutorial on how to use them. AS well, there will be a "surprise" requirement the day of the race that every competitor will just have to deal with, LOL, its part of the fun folks. Remember to make a copy of the required photography and video checkpoints and to have a camera available. As well as remember to make sure you are as prepared as possible, although the course conditions are not difficult in terms of technical skills, the sheer vastness and the distance you cover will definetely make up for it. As well, what I love most about the route is that you get to experience that "big country, great wide open" feel that is sometimes not easily obtained in our "flat" state of Florida.
I am excited and look forward to seeing everyone at 5am on October 10th for the Mandatory riders meeting. IF anyone wants or needs a place to post up the night before, I am willing to provide camping space in my backyard to help you out and get you out there earlier, if not, you can try to find hotel lodging in Deland which is closest city to the race location. Good luck.
thanks, Looking forward to a great event and a history making ride!!!
Laters,
The NaKeD InDiaN
The spot units will be available and the route has been mailed off to create a site with the map so that the units will track on it.
Quite honestly I cant believe all the attention my little race has received and all the generous support from people outside the state. I can hardly get people in my own area to support it, but people from hundreds and thousand miles away willingly contribute to give rise and encourage the fine art of self supported touring.
Remember, On Race day, there will be a riders meeting at 5am. At that time we will give out the spot units as well as a brief tutorial on how to use them. AS well, there will be a "surprise" requirement the day of the race that every competitor will just have to deal with, LOL, its part of the fun folks. Remember to make a copy of the required photography and video checkpoints and to have a camera available. As well as remember to make sure you are as prepared as possible, although the course conditions are not difficult in terms of technical skills, the sheer vastness and the distance you cover will definetely make up for it. As well, what I love most about the route is that you get to experience that "big country, great wide open" feel that is sometimes not easily obtained in our "flat" state of Florida.
I am excited and look forward to seeing everyone at 5am on October 10th for the Mandatory riders meeting. IF anyone wants or needs a place to post up the night before, I am willing to provide camping space in my backyard to help you out and get you out there earlier, if not, you can try to find hotel lodging in Deland which is closest city to the race location. Good luck.
thanks, Looking forward to a great event and a history making ride!!!
Laters,
The NaKeD InDiaN
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