I just read in another forum that someone who is doing PALM was checking over their bike and found their frame had a crack in one of the chain stays. With only two weeks to go, they were worried they may not have a bike for the ride. Luckily, things worked out well for him. Not only did the manufacturer give him full warranty credit and send him a new frame, but he actually got an upgrade. He is all set for PALM.
So, the question comes up: What shape is your bike in? If you have not already had your bike into the shop for a check-up and tune-up now is the time. You don’t want to wait to pick your bike up the day before PALM and not get a ride in to be sure everything is alright. Nor should you make any major equipment changes without a significant checkout ride before PALM.
Every year, I personally work on, or refer to the PALM bike shops, bikes that the owners tell me they just had in for a tune-up. Some tune-ups, and bike shops, are better than others.
Two weeks from now, you will have completed your first 50 miles (or more) of PALM, had a shower, dinner, attended the all riders meeting and, hopefully, attended my nightly Effective Cycling class.
Get out there and ride.
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If you need to cancel from PALM and would like 100% of your money back right away, please send me an e-mail. I'd like to buy your spot(s) from you. Plus your meals and possibly your bus ride.
Thank you, state_bird@hotmail.com
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