Hello Saturday Cyclists,
Twenty-nine was the count for Saturday’s flat ride to northeast. The weeds I’m seeing sprout up in the yard have convinced me that we have passed the coldest morning temps for this winter season and we should be able to slough off some layers in the weeks to come. I also seeded the vegetable garden this week because I’m that confident.
President Bob will be observing President’s Day this year by putting on his ride-leader hat to host one of our traditional Monday Holiday rides next week. This would be a good time to tell Bob thanks for all his volunteer work! You’ll also see him in his merchandise-manager hat at the start of Saturday and Monday’s rides with the new Giordana clothing to distribute for those who preordered on-line. Bob’s got a lot of hats.
Coming up...
Saturday, February 13, 8:00 a.m., Kiwanis Park. South Mountain
Route options of 24 miles with a bit of gentle climbing, 38 miles with moderate climbing, or 39 miles with the longest steady climb within 20 miles of Kiwanis Park. Small-group breakfasts wherever you want; talk amongst yourselves.
Preregistration available at:
https://pmbc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=943467&item_id=1371778
Monday, February 15, 8:00 a.m., Dunkin’ Donuts, 857 E. Warner Road
Meet up in the Dunkin’ Donuts parking lot on the southeast corner of Warner Rd. and Lindsay Rd. in Gilbert. The long route is 38 miles, all flat, and includes the Queen Creek Wash Pathway and the Paseo Trail Canal Pathway. The shorter route is 28 miles, also all flat, and uses the Paseo Trail Canal Pathway. Dunkin’ Donuts has outdoor seating if you’d like refuel and socialize after the ride.
https://pmbc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=943467&item_id=1379550
Saturday, February 21, 8:00 a.m., Kiwanis Park. Marco Polo
The 26-mile standard route goes east on Guadalupe for 12 miles, then loops back on Elliot. The 41-mile long route gets closer to the Orient by going east all the way to Ellsworth, then heads a little further south before rejoining the Elliot return path. Breakfast at Panera Bread on the SE corner of Guadalupe and McClintock.
Preregistration available at:
https://pmbc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=943467&item_id=1377210
Tid Bits…
Have you noticed more e-bikes on the road these days, including on our weekly club rides (where they are always welcome)? They are expected to follow the rules of the road including special e-bike regulations which include bike lane speed limits and powering off on sidewalks, which hasn’t been a problem so far. I’m thinking of adding two more e-bike rules for Saturday Cycling which also have not been problematic yet.
- The motor should be used to enhance the recreational cycling experience, and NOT as a competitive advantage in the fast pack.Just because someone can easily ride fast does not necessarily mean they belong in a high speed paceline. In general, no one should join a precision paceline without the consent of the group, for safety sake.
- No one with a motor assist is allowed to whine or complain about how tough the hills or headwinds are.You have to suffer if you want to sing the blues.
I hear that Wildflower in the Chandler Mall has finally reopened. Although it’s not yet one of our Saturday breakfast stops, it has been popular on other weekly rides.
Have fun, ride safely, and stay healthy!
Ken
https://pmbc.clubexpress.com