http://pprac.forumotion.net/feed/? Latest topics Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:22:45 GMT 10 http://i42.servimg.com/u/f42/13/42/53/69/forum_10.gif http://pprac.forumotion.net/feed/? http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/biggest-climb-t27.htm Bill Moses Dave: I have a days ride to dedicate to someone. He happened to be a mountain climber and was going to help me climb Rainer when got better. Unfortunatly he lost his battle. I promised his family that I would honor him on the day that had the most climbing. If you know which day that might be I would love to tell his family. It would be really special for them to know that on that day Niki will be remembered.http://tc-cancer.com/forum/album.php?albumid=15&pictureid=132 Route Information Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:32:27 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/biggest-climb-t27.htm#27 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/biggest-climb-t27.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/august-1st-palmerton-pa-to-burlington-vt-t2.htm DavePryor Details on traveling to Burlington to follow. But the itinerary is something like this: Get to Palmerton early in the morning to put bikes & gear on trucks, eat some donuts, meet & greet your fellow riders, enjoy a beautiful church service, pile into the vehicles, start driving north to Burlington. Stop for lunch (bring money) Get to the YMCA, unpack gear & bikes, set up sleeping arrangements, enjoy each other's company Carbo-load Our first rider meeting to go over logistics, ... Route Information Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:45:56 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/august-1st-palmerton-pa-to-burlington-vt-t2.htm#2 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/august-1st-palmerton-pa-to-burlington-vt-t2.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/another-reason-t40.htm kspangler Just this past week my girlfriend told me that her friend from High School was in really bad shape, she has cancer. It was strange because I never really saw my girlfriend struggle to hold back her tears. She couldn't even read the little note she had written to her friend - she just skipped to the end where she wrote - Love Tamora. While we were down visiting in Ocean City this past week Tamora kept pointing out places that her and her friends visited when they took trips to Ocean City - ... Why I Ride Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:22:45 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/another-reason-t40.htm#74 http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/another-reason-t40.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-5-saugerties-ny-to-sparta-nj-t5.htm DavePryor Google Map]]> Route Information Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:49:59 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-5-saugerties-ny-to-sparta-nj-t5.htm#5 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-5-saugerties-ny-to-sparta-nj-t5.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/south-mountain-cycles-shop-rides-t23.htm DavePryor South Mountain Cycles has road rides on every Saturday morning. They start at 9 (will start at 8:30 after the time change). Usually go for about 2 hours. Pace is moderate, but the terrain is often challenging (i.e. perfect PPRAC training). And they are NO DROP rides. They aren't races and nobody gets left behind. Google Map Upcoming Rides Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:34:05 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/south-mountain-cycles-shop-rides-t23.htm#23 http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/south-mountain-cycles-shop-rides-t23.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-6-sparta-nj-to-palmerton-pa-t4.htm DavePryor Google Map]]> Route Information Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:48:51 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-6-sparta-nj-to-palmerton-pa-t4.htm#4 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-6-sparta-nj-to-palmerton-pa-t4.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-4-milford-ny-to-saugerties-ny-t6.htm DavePryor According to Google, it's a 117 mile drive. But we're only planning 85 or so miles. Why the difference? We ain't afraid of the hills in between Milford & Saugerties. Google Map Route Information Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:50:26 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-4-milford-ny-to-saugerties-ny-t6.htm#6 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-4-milford-ny-to-saugerties-ny-t6.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-1-burlington-vt-to-ticonderoga-ny-t3.htm DavePryor And since it's only 53 miles to drive, it's safe to assume we'll find some of the hills along the way.
Google Map]]> Route Information Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:47:09 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-1-burlington-vt-to-ticonderoga-ny-t3.htm#3 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-1-burlington-vt-to-ticonderoga-ny-t3.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/out-of-bounds-ride-june-12-14-looks-like-a-good-cycling-weekend-t39.htm Doc Found this ride on the LWA website-- Varying mileage , could be a great training weekend for our ride. I am registering. We could caravan up etc... For the price looks like a good deal, great part of the country to ride....what else do you need? Bob Doc anyone interested let me know... June 12-14, 2009 Watkins Glen, NY 29th Annual Great Finger Lakes Bicycle Tour (GFLBT) find all details including registration at www.southerntierbicycleclub.org/fingerlakestour.html ... Upcoming Rides Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:44:15 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/out-of-bounds-ride-june-12-14-looks-like-a-good-cycling-weekend-t39.htm#54 http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/out-of-bounds-ride-june-12-14-looks-like-a-good-cycling-weekend-t39.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/training-rides-volunteer-leader-t28.htm kspangler I'm not sure if anyone would be interested or not, but I'm willing to lead a ride or two in the Harrisburg area if the PPRAC gang would like. Any comments? Respectively, Keith Spangler, Mechanicsburg Upcoming Rides Sat, 31 Jan 2009 12:05:38 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/training-rides-volunteer-leader-t28.htm#31 http://pprac.forumotion.net/upcoming-rides-f7/training-rides-volunteer-leader-t28.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/using-the-forum-f8/out-of-bounds-ride-training-weekend-june-12-14th-t38.htm Doc Found this ride on the LWA website-- Varying mileage , could be a great training weekend for our ride. I am registering. We could caravan up etc... For the price looks like a good deal, great part of the country to ride....what else do you need? Bob Doc anyone interested let me know... June 12-14, 2009 Watkins Glen, NY 29th Annual Great Finger Lakes Bicycle Tour (GFLBT) find all details including registration at www.southerntierbicycleclub.org/fingerlakestour.html ... Using the Forum Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:37:19 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/using-the-forum-f8/out-of-bounds-ride-training-weekend-june-12-14th-t38.htm#52 http://pprac.forumotion.net/using-the-forum-f8/out-of-bounds-ride-training-weekend-june-12-14th-t38.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-moser-rides-t37.htm kspangler I am riding PPRAC as a personal challenge and in memory of my father and his brother who both died of Cancer at a young age. Having done other charity rides such as the Livestrong Ride and the MS rides, I was looking for a multiple-day ride that would test my fitness and offer a memorable experience. I positive that PPRAC will do both! Why I Ride Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:38:33 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-moser-rides-t37.htm#51 http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-moser-rides-t37.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/anyone-have-gps-info-and-or-elevation-changes-from-previous-rides-t36.htm docdirt
Thanks,

Darren]]> Route Information Sat, 28 Mar 2009 16:19:39 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/anyone-have-gps-info-and-or-elevation-changes-from-previous-rides-t36.htm#50 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/anyone-have-gps-info-and-or-elevation-changes-from-previous-rides-t36.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/donations-issue-t35.htm kspangler I was notified by a person who donated to my PPRAC fundrasing that they received a letter from the American Cancer Society saying that their donation (which I mailed to the Lehigh Unit) was credited to the "general" cancer fund. I followed up with the person who sent the letter and they said that was correct that the donation that was intended for PPRAC went into the "general" cancer fund. The person who took my call said they would work on fixing the issue by redirecting ... Tips & Advice Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:12:36 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/donations-issue-t35.htm#48 http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/donations-issue-t35.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/sports-legs-supplement-t34.htm kspangler Dave, I think it was you who talked about Sports Legs at the meeting in November. I've never taken any supplement specifically for my legs before, but I'm now concerning it. I was wondering if you have any additional comments on Sports Legs product that might help me determine if it is something I should try. Thanks for any info or advice! Keith Spangler, Mechanicsburg, PA Advice from the Rider Meeting Sat, 14 Mar 2009 06:01:33 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/sports-legs-supplement-t34.htm#47 http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/sports-legs-supplement-t34.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/online-donations-money-already-sent-t29.htm kspangler Does anyone know if the monies already sent to the Cancer Society will or can be posted to the Online Donations - personal page? Thanks - Keith Spangler, Mechanicsburg Online Donations Sat, 31 Jan 2009 12:07:52 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/online-donations-money-already-sent-t29.htm#32 http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/online-donations-money-already-sent-t29.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-i-ride-the-pprac-and-livestrong-challange-t33.htm Bill Moses On April 30th 2004, three weeks before his college graduation, my son was diagnosed with an advance case of testicular cancer. Evidence of the diseases spread could be found in his lymph nodes and lungs. After months of aggressive chemotherapy and surgeries my wife and I were told that our son was without evidence of disease. For months I watched cancer patients give selfless and unconditional love to those among them who battled daily for their very existence. Small kindnesses of sharing ... Why I Ride Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:32:05 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-i-ride-the-pprac-and-livestrong-challange-t33.htm#41 http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-i-ride-the-pprac-and-livestrong-challange-t33.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-dave-pryor-rides-t32.htm DavePryor I do this ride for lots of people ... including all of you who do it. Most of you have been hit harder by cancer than I have. And your stories are what this whole things is about (to me). So whatever you need, I'll do to help. But it's hit me, too. I do this ride for Mom-Mom & Papa Bear. Mom-Mom was my grandmother, and she's the person I'm most like. We lost her to cancer a couple of years ago. It was the only thing that could take her down. Papa Bear is my wife's dad, and ... Why I Ride Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:13:26 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-dave-pryor-rides-t32.htm#39 http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-dave-pryor-rides-t32.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-this-forum-is-up-t31.htm DavePryor Every night of the ride, after we discuss the day we just had and the one on tap for tomorrow, one or two riders will stand up and tell the rest why he or she is doing this ride. What got them to raise all this money, ride all those miles, and it usually gets pretty emotional. A number of us aren't the "get up in front of a crowd" type. So if you'd like to share with everyone else why you're doing this ride, without having to talk, feel free to post a message here. I'll start ... Why I Ride Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:10:53 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-this-forum-is-up-t31.htm#38 http://pprac.forumotion.net/why-i-ride-f9/why-this-forum-is-up-t31.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/spin-challenge-with-band-t30.htm kspangler I had a very successful fundraiser - a spin challenge on stage with a country band at a local club. I must admit I had done this before so the organization was pretty easy locally. To make this idea a little bigger - what would anyone think about organizing a group PPRAC spin challenge at a local Home Depot or some other large retailer. That would be cool. We could get a band or a DJ to volunteer their time to play for two hours as we spin. If we did it on a Saturday or Sunday when ... Tips & Advice Sat, 31 Jan 2009 12:15:34 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/spin-challenge-with-band-t30.htm#33 http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/spin-challenge-with-band-t30.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/advice-for-having-a-team-t26.htm DavePryor

Many of the riders are couples riding together and it can make sense for them to set up a "team"

Unlike last year, the donations will still go to a specific person ... not the combined efforts of the team. However, the ACS can keep track of couples (so if I raise $1,999 and Selene raises $1, she still meets the fundraising goal).

It's may still worthwhile for each team member to also set up their own personal page.
]]> Online Donations Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:40:02 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/advice-for-having-a-team-t26.htm#26 http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/advice-for-having-a-team-t26.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/other-tips-t25.htm DavePryor When working on your personal page, team page, or email drafts ... remember to save often. The site times out after 20 minutes, and if you don't "save" regularly, everything you've done will be gone. Or you can write them someplace other than on the website (like Word or Notepad) and then cut/paste it in. The address book is a great way to organize things (it'll keep track of who's donated, if you sent a thank-you note, or if you need to send a reminder ... and in really good news, ... Online Donations Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:36:51 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/other-tips-t25.htm#25 http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/other-tips-t25.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/how-to-use-the-acs-donation-website-t24.htm DavePryor Go to http://community.acsevents.org/pprac If you used the system last ride, your username and password are still active, so Log In. If not, you'll need to register (which you'll do after the next step). You'll be asked to "Join or Form a Team" You can create a team (a good tool for couples), or you can "participate as an individual" (more info on teams below) The "Participation Options" are preset, though you can always add an additional gift ... Online Donations Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:35:59 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/how-to-use-the-acs-donation-website-t24.htm#24 http://pprac.forumotion.net/online-donations-f5/how-to-use-the-acs-donation-website-t24.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/using-the-forum-f8/how-to-use-the-pprac-forum-t22.htm DavePryor
So if you're a rider, donor, friend or supporter ... please register (link is on the upper right).

Then you can make posts, create topics, etc.

If you think we need a new category, make a post in here and we'll get it up.

enjoy]]> Using the Forum Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:29:50 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/using-the-forum-f8/how-to-use-the-pprac-forum-t22.htm#22 http://pprac.forumotion.net/using-the-forum-f8/how-to-use-the-pprac-forum-t22.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/top-training-tips-t21.htm DavePryor Toughen Up Your Butt The biggest challenge you’ll face is spending 5 to 7 hours (maybe more!) on your bike every day for a week. Even if you’re really fit from other sports like running or swimming, your butt (and back) need to get accustomed to sitting on a bike. Try to ride or get on a spinning bike three to four days a week. Do one to two long rides each week religiously. Starting in March or April get out on Saturday and/or Sunday for two hour spins. Extend those a few minutes each ... Advice from the Rider Meeting Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:52:19 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/top-training-tips-t21.htm#21 http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/top-training-tips-t21.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/core-moves-t20.htm DavePryor Perfect Plank Lie facedown on the floor with your upper body propped on your forearms with your elbows directly beneath your shoulders. Your torso should be up off the floor so your body is in a straight line, supported by your forearms and toes. Your back should not arch or droop. Hold for as long as possible without losing proper form. Do this 3 to 5 times with a break of 30 seconds between each rep. Push and Plank Assume the push up position, legs and arms extended so that your hands ... Advice from the Rider Meeting Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:49:53 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/core-moves-t20.htm#20 http://pprac.forumotion.net/advice-from-the-rider-meeting-f4/core-moves-t20.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/have-a-raffle-t19.htm DavePryor One good tactic is to reach out to a company or organization that may not be able to donate funds, but goods or services instead. You can turn that into a raffle, which has worked wonders for Selene & I. One thing we do is to hold the raffle in the summer, well after we've done most of our direct fundraising efforts. It works in 2 ways: 1. It often elicits responses from people who haven't gotten around to donating yet. 2. We often get even more money from people who have already ... Tips & Advice Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:44:07 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/have-a-raffle-t19.htm#19 http://pprac.forumotion.net/tips-advice-f6/have-a-raffle-t19.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/dates-requirements-f2/fundraising-deadlines-t18.htm DavePryor July 1: All riders must submit $1000 minimum sponsorship in order to participate in ride.]]> Dates & Requirements Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:34:11 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/dates-requirements-f2/fundraising-deadlines-t18.htm#18 http://pprac.forumotion.net/dates-requirements-f2/fundraising-deadlines-t18.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/dates-requirements-f2/principal-sponsor-deadlines-t17.htm DavePryor June 1: To have the principal sponsor's logo on the ride Tshirt.]]> Dates & Requirements Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:32:42 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/dates-requirements-f2/principal-sponsor-deadlines-t17.htm#17 http://pprac.forumotion.net/dates-requirements-f2/principal-sponsor-deadlines-t17.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-8-palmerton-pa-t16.htm DavePryor Having dinner at: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church]]> Lodging Information Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:31:12 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-8-palmerton-pa-t16.htm#16 http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-8-palmerton-pa-t16.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-7-sparta-nj-t15.htm DavePryor Having dinner at:
Having breakfast at:]]> Lodging Information Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:29:12 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-7-sparta-nj-t15.htm#15 http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-7-sparta-nj-t15.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-6-saugerties-ny-t14.htm DavePryor Having dinner at:
Having breakfast at:]]> Lodging Information Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:28:37 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-6-saugerties-ny-t14.htm#14 http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-6-saugerties-ny-t14.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-5-milford-ny-t13.htm DavePryor Having dinner at:
Having breakfast at:]]> Lodging Information Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:27:52 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-5-milford-ny-t13.htm#13 http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-5-milford-ny-t13.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-4-lake-pleasant-ny-t12.htm DavePryor Having dinner at:
Having breakfast at:]]> Lodging Information Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:26:48 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-4-lake-pleasant-ny-t12.htm#12 http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-4-lake-pleasant-ny-t12.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-3-ticonderoga-ny-t11.htm DavePryor Having dinner at:
Having breakfast at:]]> Lodging Information Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:37:53 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-3-ticonderoga-ny-t11.htm#11 http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-3-ticonderoga-ny-t11.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-2-burlington-vt-t10.htm DavePryor Having dinner at: Post 782 Howard Plant Post, 176 S Winooski Ave.
Having breakfast at: leftover donuts and goodies at the YMCA]]> Lodging Information Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:36:23 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-2-burlington-vt-t10.htm#10 http://pprac.forumotion.net/lodging-information-f3/august-2-burlington-vt-t10.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-2-ticonderoga-ny-to-lake-pleasant-ny-t9.htm DavePryor Google Map]]> Route Information Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:51:33 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-2-ticonderoga-ny-to-lake-pleasant-ny-t9.htm#9 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-2-ticonderoga-ny-to-lake-pleasant-ny-t9.htm http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-3-lake-pleasant-ny-to-milford-ny-t8.htm DavePryor Google Map]]> Route Information Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:51:03 GMT http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-3-lake-pleasant-ny-to-milford-ny-t8.htm#8 http://pprac.forumotion.net/route-information-f1/day-3-lake-pleasant-ny-to-milford-ny-t8.htm