Written by AD0UZ On Sunday, September 6th, several members from ARESDEC, and one likely new member, helped provide communications and situational awareness for the Mad Gravel bike race officials. There were around 500 riders in three different races, with course lengths of 33, 55 and 84 miles, respectively. We provided a directed net for the
Weather was great, radio propagation not so much. That notwithstanding ARESDEC volunteers made it work. This was the 3rd year that ARESDEC has volunteered to provide communications, SAG (Support & Gear – keep everyone safe, provide tools and bike support, and help shepherd the ride), and Sweep (staying at the back of the bicycle ride
On Sunday, May 29th, Colorado ARES R1D5 provided safety communications for the Mad Gravel bicycle event in Elbert County. This was the second year that R1D5 has provided safety communications in support of the Elbert County OEM. R1D5 provided communications from the communications trailer located at the Start/Finish, aid stations on the courses and rovers.
