Ride Wed. 06/13/07, 6:00 p.m. Cary/MacGregor Village, Oh Melo Velo, RSVP

[Zonda]

NOTE: The ride on 6/13 was supposed to be a time trial. This is an annual event organized by Ed to celebrate his birthday on 6/15. Since Ed crashed and isn’t able to put it together, the time trial will not be held. It may be rescheduled at a later date.

Ed will meet us at MacGregor Ale House after the ride to celebrate his birthday.

There is a strict start time of 6:00 by the ride organizer. Be ready and lined up in your groups by 5:55.

RSVP by Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. with your riding pace preference if you want to be put in a riding group. This is done to ensure everyone rides with someone at their pace and doesn’t get dropped. With 20-25 riders attending, it has become too chaotic trying to handle unexpected riders a few minutes before the ride while I’m trying to welcome new riders, organize the planned riding groups and get myself ready to ride. If you don’t RSVP so we can plan ahead, you will need to view the list (headcount posted Tuesday after 5:00) and arrive early to find those folks and add yourself to their group.

When: Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

Where:
MacGregor Village (http://www.ncbikeclub.org/calendar/ncbcstrt.htm#mcgvl) Cary

Meet in parking lot between Wachovia Bank and Bistro Restaurant. Try to avoid parking near the bank.

Google Maps (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=101+Edinburgh+Dr+S+Cary+NC)

Distance:
Any distance. Ride ½ your time and U-turn, finish at sunset.

Pace: 4 groups
10-12 mph beginners
13-15 mph
16-18 mph
18+ mph

No drop. Me, Michelle or Rick will alternate leading the 10-12 mph group riding behind the slowest rider. Rick will lead the 10-12 mph group this week. Need Lieutenants to help me watch over the 13-15 mph group. Any volunteers?

Cue Sheet (provided at ride)

Contact Person: Zonda

Comments:

RSVP requested to help plan riding groups. RSVP by replying to ride announcement thread.
Slow Spokes join the fast Oh Melo Velo (http://ohmelovelo.dnsalias.org/) riders to lead a slow group. See Ed's website Bicycling 2007 section.
Beginners are welcome to join this ride.
Please arrive in time to prepare your bike to leave promptly at 6:00 p.m. If you arrive late, David or Ed will leave cue sheets on their car back window under the wiper blade.
All riders should carry proper equipment in case they have a flat (spare tube, pump or CO2 cartridge).
It is strongly recommended that you carry your driver’s license and health insurance card in case of an emergency. You may also want to program your cell phone with an emergency contact number under the name “ICE” In Case of Emergency.
New riders should read Bicycling Hand Signals and Safety Pointers (http://www.trianglecycling.com/showthread.php?t=17385)

[Pugslyyy]

Hi Zonda - count me in, I'll do the 13-15 with you again as long as you promise no more flats.

[Zonda]

Hi Zonda - count me in, I'll do the 13-15 with you again as long as you promise no more flats.

Thanks Jon T! Cute avatar!

The small piece of glass was removed from my tire, BUT, I went ahead and bought a new tire.

Of course I promise, no more flats.;):eek:

[Elaine]

Ms. Z - count me in for the 13-15 group. I will be solo so I will help where ever. I have not broken the news to my bike that it may have to travel laying down in the back of the truck. But I think it will all work out.

Elaine

[Zonda]

Ms. Z - count me in for the 13-15 group. I will be solo so I will help where ever. I have not broken the news to my bike that it may have to travel laying down in the back of the truck. But I think it will all work out.Elaine

Thanks Elaine! Tell your bike it will do fine. Mine travels in the back all the time and doesn't complain!;)

[Zonda]

No time trial Wed.

Ed will meet us after the ride to celebrate his birthday.

[CharleyM3]

When is Ed's Birthday?

[aliepins]

Count 2 in. Brian will probably do his 18-ish pace. I'll probably be more around 13-15 since recovering from illness recently.

Looking forward to seeing Ed, too.

Cheers,
Andy and Brian

[Dasa]

Hi Zonda,

Count me in for the 10 - 12 mph group on Wednesday (Weather permitting).

Cheers
-Dasa

[BrianJ]

Count me in for the 16-18 mph group.

[tombiowami]

I am up for the 13-15 group as long as work does not keep me. See you there.
Tommy

[fvncgal]

Count me in for the 13-15 group...see you there!!!

Rebekah

[Perry]

No drop. Me, Michelle or Rick will alternate leading the 10-12 mph group riding behind the slowest rider. Rick will lead the 10-12 mph group this week. Need Lieutenants to help me watch over the 13-15 mph group. Any volunteers?

Zonda,

Count me in for the 13-15 group. I'll like to ride around 14 and I'm glad to be a lieutenant.

[sportingfool]

I plan on riding about 14mph. Stephane is a maybe. If he rides, he'll ride at my pace.

[RickF]

I put new tubes in the old hybrid, so I am looking forward to the 10-12 ride. I hope we have a big group again.

[KathyB]

I'm planning to be there - 13-15.

[Zonda]

This is an annual event organized by Ed to celebrate his birthday on 6/15.

Charley, Ed's b'day is Friday, 6/15. I picked up a cake, candles and a card tonight. Be sure to see me to sign the card before the ride.

[Zonda]

Count me in for the 13-15 group. I'll like to ride around 14 and I'm glad to be a lieutenant.

Thanks Perry! We have enough Lieutenant's to watch the 13-15 mph group now.;)

[fvncgal]

Charley, Ed's b'day is Friday, 6/15. I picked up a cake, candles and a card tonight. Be sure to see me to sign the card before the ride.

Yeah Cake!!!!:)

Rebekah:) :)

[Pugslyyy]

I have my new bike put together (still waiting on the new wheelset), this will be my first ride with it.

[RickF]

I have my new bike put together (still waiting on the new wheelset), this will be my first ride with it.
That will be exciting. I am anxious to know how you like it compared to your Roubaix. The geometries are different, so it will be interesting to see how you adjust.

I will be in the back of the pack, so I doubt I will see you after the start.

[williamtash]

Please some take a picture of this bike i have got to see it

[lakepine]

Count us in 13-15 group 1st time riders there will be two of us.

[Hammerhead]

Amy and I should be out there as well.

Amy - 13-15
Me - 16-18

[jibrantl]

I will be there, 13-15

[Zonda]

If the ride is rained out, we will meet at 6:00 at the MacGregor Ale House for dinner and to celebrate Ed’s birthday.

As usual, be lined up in your groups by 5:55.

Head count for Wednesday:

Riders: 20

10-12 mph
Rick (leading from the back)
Dasa

13-15 mph
Me (sweep)
Jon T. (pugslyyy) (Lieutenant)
Elaine (Lieutenant)
Perry (Lieutenant)
Andy L. (aliepins)
Tommy
Rebekah
Andrea
Stephane (pronounced Stefan) (maybe)
Kathy B.
Lakepine +1
Amy
Jessica (jibrantl)
Charley

16-18 mph
Brian J.
Tamim (hammerhead)

18+ mph
Brian A.

[CharleyM3]

I'll be there speed unknown but let's call it 13-15. May stay for dinner too.

[Zonda]

Amy and I should be out there as well.

Amy - 13-15
Me - 16-18

Wait, what happened to the sentence about the single speed?? I was going to ask Karen if she was coming to ride hers. We haven't seen her new toy yet.

[fvncgal]

Let's hope for a no rain night.....:D

[Gerard]

I plan to be there. 16-18mph. Sorry I am late.

[Pugslyyy]

Please some take a picture of this bike i have got to see it
I will, but I'm waiting until the wheelset arrives and it is complete.

[Zonda]

Let's hope for a no rain night.....:D

Nice avatar!

[Zonda]

I plan to be there. 16-18mph. Sorry I am late.

No problem.

[fvncgal]

Nice avatar!

Thanks to you and all your good help and advice...:)

[FenderFreek]

I'm going to try and make it with the 13-15mph group, traffic permitting, as always.

[KarenG]

Hey Zonda -

I will be there for the "after ride festivities". No riding for me this week.

K

[Wayne Anderson]

Zonda,
I'll be there as usual. Can't wait.
Wayne

[Hammerhead]

Haha, my singlespeed is no thing of beauty. It's a collection of spare parts and craigslist adventures.

But if anyone else would like to represent on theirs, I'll be riding mine tonight :)

[apxrider]

I will ride at 13-15 mph

[Perry]

Weather is looking rough. I wont be riding tonight.

Perry

[RickF]

It is rough now, but who knows what it will be in two hours. I will wait until 5:30 to make my decision. Between now and 6:00 the probability of thunderstorms reduces from 40% to 30%, and it does not go back up again until 10:00. That is just typical North Carolina summer weather- hazy, hot, and humid with a chance of afternoon thunderstorms.

[fvncgal]

I won't be riding this evening. Where I'm at, it's coming down in buckets...

Rebekah

[BrianJ]

I think I may bail as well. See everyone on Saturday.

[KarenG]

Zonda,

I'm not going to be able to make it tonight afterall. Please tell Ed I said hi and wish him a speedy recovery.

Karen

[Zonda]

Thanks for the heads up.

The forecast doesn't look good, but I'm dressed to ride. I'll be there at 6:00 to ride if it's not raining. If it is raining, then I will take advantage of the $2.50 drafts at the Ale House.:p

[Pugslyyy]

I'll be there either way too. Just looked at the radar and maybe it will clear off in time for the ride. Fingers crossed!

[skychef10]

Andy L and I will be there either way also. We'll join you for $2.50 pints and to wish Ed a happy 71st. Currently in Regency park it is raining, not like earlier, but definitely rain.

Brian A

[lakepine]

We will not make it we were rained on last night. We will wait to next time

[CharleyM3]

I'm not riding tonight, but I'll come out for fellowship. See ya in an hour.

[Hammerhead]

I'm coming out rain or shine. See ya at 6.

[KathyB]

I just drove back from Raleigh to Durham - through pouring rain in Raleigh and RTP, and drizzle in Durham. Hard to say whether it will clear up, and where.

'Fraid I'm gonna bail - another cross-Triangle trip doesn't appeal if we risk cancelling. But I hope you all get lucky and enjoy your ride!

[KarenG]

Wait, what happened to the sentence about the single speed?? I was going to ask Karen if she was coming to ride hers. We haven't seen her new toy yet.

i'm waiting on some new bullhorn handlebars, brake levers/caliper before i will ride. as of now, tho, i'm sidelined, per my dr & pt.

[Hammerhead]

phew....52.something miles @ 17.something mph

My computer quit working, so I got these stats from the other guy I was riding with.

Towards the end, I was wishing I had more than 1 gear on some of the hills :)

[Zonda]

Photo (http://www.trianglecycling.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=270&c=5)

Just like last year, the weather was questionable and hard to know if we were riding. Some of us chanced it and ended up having a really nice ride. It was hot and humid, but no rain.

Riders 9: Me, Jon T., Andy L., Tommy, Andrea, Wayne A., Tamim, Gerard and Brian A.

Jon T. did a great job as lieutenant and keeping the group together.;) Tommy, Andy L. and Gerard also waited on me and Andrea. Thanks! There were 5 or 6 guys in the fast group who attended.

Charley, thanks for getting stats after the ride!

Wayne
Distance: 29.3 miles
Pace: 14.4 mph
Time: 2:03

Andrea
Distance: 34.4 miles
Pace: 14.7 mph
Time: 2:20

Me
Distance: 34.3 miles
Pace: 15.3 mph
Time: 2:13

Tommy
Distance: 34.6 miles
Pace: 15.4 mph
Time: 2:15

Andy L.
Distance: 34.3 miles
Pace: 16.0 mph
Time: 2:08

Gerard
Distance: 32.8 miles
Pace: 16.3 mph

John T.
Distance: 36.9 miles
Pace: 16.3 mph
Time: 2:16

Brian A.
Distance: 41.2 miles
Pace: 19.3 mph
Time: 2:08

Elaine, sorry you drove over and we already left for the ride rather that than going to the Ale House. Scott C. also went to the Ale House after 6:00 thinking we would be there. Esther also attempted to make it. Ed and Jeannie also came at 6:00 thinking we wouldn’t ride.

Tamim, 50+ miles on the single speed with the fast group??? Wow, that’s awesome!! We waited in the parking lot for you all to get back then decided to go on over to the Ale House since Ed was already there. Glad you had a nice ride.

16 of us went to the Ale House after the ride to celebrate Ed’s 72nd birthday. Charley, his wife and son also joined us. Ed deserved special attention this year on his birthday since he’s on the mend and can’t ride. I know this is frustrating for him and he was bummed about not being able to have the annual time trial. He’s done a lot for our group, so it’s nice that we rallied and gave him a nice birthday party.

Thanks for coming out!

[BetsyW]

Wow Zonda - look at those stats - 15+! I won't be able to keep up when I get back!

[sportingfool]

For anyone who is curious...here is more info on the accident that prompted the closing of New Hill-Holleman Road during last night's ride...

http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/1498743/

[Zonda]

Wow Zonda - look at those stats - 15+! I won't be able to keep up when I get back!

Yes, oh joy! I thought my cyclometer wasn't working correctly...:p

[Hammerhead]

congrats Zonda! Nice ridin :D