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Weather Forecast & Update #2 [including hourly forecast]

Weather Forecast & Update #1 Somewhat better than yesterday. Hoping still for improvements. --jim

Also hoping to capture a few panoramas [as in this test shot]... Comments in my blog....

Weather forecast & updates included... Jim

I have test times to check the formulas. My only data entry will be time [the time she passes the lap start/finish line. I hope to get the scorer's official time. The remainder is mathematical. The sheet is a bit wider. I trust the Parker's will forgive me for the times I use. I'll take the...

Thanks John, Then that means she can break her own record with the Vendetta. I've been asked to include average speed in the spread sheet. I'm working in it in mph & kmph. Revised sheet will be up later today. I vote for aero shoes, but do not have the time at the moment to tell you why. I...

Please see this post which has a screen capture of the spreadsheet I will use Saturday to give information on Maria's laps. Let me know if any critical data elements are missing. In addition, I'll upload pictures & short videos of her riding and other related occurrences. I also plan to post a...

Blog post following Dr. Parker's reply... Thanks Jim!

Hi Jim, Loose dogs are always a concern. Some will be less interested as you continue to pass, others me better perfect their attack as you continue to present yourself. Fortunately, the roads are not heavily traveled and Maria will indeed be safe for her many laps. I will see you on...

...and then there is headquarters--Cain's Grill [the vicinity thereof anyway]. My next blog post. Thanks! Jim

I rode Maria's 20-Mile White Oak NC Loop From my Cycling Experiences... Blog Thanks! Jim

Hi John, So does your possible trip to Raleigh put you here for the 10th so you can cheer Maria on from anear [it's even a word]. I'm just getting back from riding her route. I'll post to my blog in a few hours. Although Cain's Grill does not have Internet service, I'm hoping to give real-time...

Thanks Blief! I'll attempt to be the eyes of many. I hope to ride the route this weekend or early net week. That, to have a feel for what she is seeing. You need to make that trip to visit relatives. Last year I drove to Seattle to do STP in one day. --jim

I live about 30 miles from White Oak, NC [actually my place of birth], the place where she begins her 20-mile loop. I plan to be there. I have posted a blog article on the event, as well as 2 earlier post [links in today's article] on Maria. I'll publish several more as events unfold. John...

Thanks John, This is the picture I've been waiting for. I look forward to owning one when they are available. To increase awareness of this bike, I have published a couple blog articles on the Vendetta. The most recent today, with the picture of the first Vendetta Prototype. Your development of...

My blog article on a Silvio / Vendatta single-speed setup for me. Thanks! Jim

Thanks John and thanks for visiting my blog. I REALLY like the simplicity [in looks] of my Crank Forward. The ENO components work very well for me. I'm very satisfied with the setup. There is nothing I'd change about the build. It is the basis of my inquiry here on the Silvio and the possibility...

Thanks Duncan, There are lots of possibilities...

Thanks John, That is very useful information. I have a Bontrager compact 2-chain ring setup on my donor bike. I will explore the single-speed setup more. I love its simplicity. BTW, I'm using an ENO Eccentric Hub setup on my crank forward. Thanks again John for your assistance. --jim

Hi John, Thanks for your reply. I'm running a 42-tooth chain ring [175mm cranks] and 19-tooth sprocket. I consider myself a strong rider. Another consideration is a Nexus or Alfine Hub, with a single chain ring. Cadence: around 80 rpm. I appreciate your thoughts. --jim