1 SLOCOASTER Volume 45 Issue #1 February 1, 2013 President’s Message By Robert Fuller Davis In light of our current negotiations with Caltrans about chip sealing Highway 1 north of Cambria, let us revisit the birth of pavement in our country. A Short History of Pavement In which you will be astonished to learn that bicyclists were responsible for the development of paved roads in America The Good Roads Movement was founded in 1880 when bicyclists and bike makers met in Newport RI and formed the League of American Wheelmen. Their purpose was to support bicycling and to promote legislation favoring the creation of “good roads.” The League and the movement were funded by Albert Pope, a Civil War veteran and owner of Columbia bicycles, the leading bicycle manufacturer of the time. He argued that paved roads were a vital national interest and needed to be funded by the federal government. Before 1880, “good roads” advocates had targeted journalists, farmers, politicians and engineers to promote the improvement of the nation’s roadways. The movement took off, however, only after it was adopted by the bicycling community. The LAW quickly went national, with more than a million members. Good Roads advocates supported political candidates who favored road improvements for bicyclists, and this support became a crucial factor in electoral success. In 1892, Pope organized a petition requesting the creation of a Federal Roads Department. Among 150,000 signatures gathered were those of a US Chief Justice, several state governors, bankers, boards of trade, labor organizations and a future President. A clause in a subsequent agricultural bill created the Office of Road Inquiry. This Office constructed short stretches of paved roads to show that it could be done. The ORI eventually morphed into the Federal Highway Administration. Horatio Earle, a farm equipment salesman who became known as the “Father of Good Roads” for his work in the early 1900s, said in his autobiography, “I often hear now-a-days, the automobile instigated good roads; that the automobile is the parent of good roads. Well, the truth is, the bicycle is the father of the good roads movement in this country. The League of American Wheelmen was the first organization that promoted the building of better roads. The League fought for the privilege of building bicycle-paths along the side of public highways. The League fought for the privilege of carrying bicycles in baggage cars on railroads. The League fought for equal privileges with horse-drawn vehicles. All these battles were won and the bicyclist was accorded equal rights with other users of highways and streets." In the end, it was the work of a national bicycling organization, funded by a bicycle manufacturer, that put into place the mechanisms used by automobile lobbyists to build the interstate highway system.
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President’s MessageBy Robert Fuller Davis
In light of our current negotiations with Caltrans about chip sealing Highway 1 north of Cambria, let us revisit the birth of pavement in our country.
A Short History of PavementIn which you will be astonished to learn that bicyclists were
responsible for the development of paved roads in America
The Good Roads Movement was founded in 1880 when bicyclists and bike makers met in Newport RI and formed the League of American Wheelmen. Their purpose was to support bicycling and to promote legislation favoring the creation of “good roads.”
The League and the movement were funded by Albert Pope, a Civil War veteran and owner of Columbia bicycles, the leading bicycle manufacturer of the time. He argued that paved roads were a vital national interest and needed to be funded by the federal government.
Before 1880, “good roads” advocates had targeted journalists, farmers, politicians and engineers to promote the improvement of the nation’s roadways. The movement took off, however, only after it was adopted by the bicycling community. The LAW quickly went national, with more than a million members. Good Roads advocates supported political candidates who favored road improvements for bicyclists, and this support became a crucial factor in electoral success. In 1892, Pope organized a petition requesting the creation of a Federal Roads Department. Among 150,000 signatures gathered were those of a US Chief Justice, several state governors, bankers, boards of trade, labor organizations and a future President.
A clause in a subsequent agricultural bill created the Office of Road Inquiry. This Office constructed short stretches of paved roads to show that it could be done. The ORI eventually morphed into the Federal Highway Administration.
Horatio Earle, a farm equipment salesman who became known as the “Father of Good Roads” for his work in the early 1900s, said in his autobiography, “I often hear now-a-days, the automobile instigated good roads; that the automobile is the parent of good roads. Well, the truth is, the bicycle is the father of the good roads movement in this country. The League of American Wheelmen was the first organization that promoted the building of better roads. The League fought for the privilege of building bicycle-paths along the side of public highways. The League fought for the privilege of carrying bicycles in baggage cars on railroads. The League fought for equal privileges with horse-drawn vehicles. All these battles were won and the bicyclist was accorded equal rights with other users of highways and streets."
In the end, it was the work of a national bicycling organization, funded by a bicycle manufacturer, that put into place the mechanisms used by automobile lobbyists to build the interstate highway system.
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SLO CoasterThe SLO Coaster is the monthly newsletter of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club. It is distributed to members, local bicycle shops and some bicycle organizations. Subscriptions are not available to nonmembers.All articles, letters, stories of bicycling experiences, appropriate classified ads, artwork etc, are welcome. The editor reserves the right to edit or reject material. Each article is the opinion of its author and does not necessarily represent the opinion or endorsement of the SLOBC or the editor.Submittal GuidelinesAll materials are due no later than 8:00 a.m. on the 15th of each month. Nothing will be accepted verbally. All materials should be emailed to [email protected]. Complete submittal guidelines are found on the club website. www.slobc.org/resources/support/newsletter-guidelines.html
SLOBC MeetingsBoard of Directors Meeting: Tuesday before the General Meeting (5:00 PM) odd number months.Location: Air Pollution Control District meeting room, 3433 Roberto Court (SLO). All Club members are welcome to attend Board meetings. General Membership Meeting: First Thursday (7:00 PM)Location: County Library, 995 Palm, downtown San Luis Obispo. Refreshments are served starting at 7:00 p.m., Meeting begins at 7:15 p.m. June and December meetings differ.
Contact InformationSan Luis Obispo Bicycle Club, Inc.P.O. Box 1585San Luis Obispo, CA 93406Club Hotline Answering Machine: 805.543.5973Website: www.slobc.org Email: [email protected] Members only site: http://www.slobc.net/membership
Board of Directors
.........................President: Robert Fuller Davis [email protected] ................. 805.772.0874
................................................Vice President:[email protected]
.................................Treasurer: Chris [email protected].................. 805.772.5900
............................Secretary: Craig [email protected]
......................Ride Coordinator: Will [email protected] ...... 805.544.3504
.................Membership Director: Mike [email protected]
..................................Advocate: Dave [email protected] ................. 805.801.9211
..................................Historian: Martin [email protected]
............................Newsletter Editor: Tim [email protected]
...............................Safety Director: Ken [email protected] ...................... 805.489.9779
...............Director-at-Large: Kathleen [email protected] ................... 805.528.6686
............................Past President: Frank [email protected]
CONTENTS
Pages 3 - 5Minutes of our meetings Bob Garing Nomination
Page 6 - 7Ride Info
Page 8Ride Coordinator Report
Pages 9Strategic Planning10,000 Miles
Page 10Aerodynamic Helmet
Pages 11Advocate’ Report
Back PageCalendar & Program
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MINUTES OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO BICYCLE CLUB GENERAL MEETINGSan Luis Obispo Library Community Room
995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo CAThursday, January 10, 2013 7:15 PM
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President Davis called the meeting to order at 7:15 PM.
President Davis thanked Ann Smith and Anne Kelly for serving as greeters, and Kathy Cohon, Ann Smith, Gary Havas, Cil Boughton, John Went, Martin Howell, and Jim Twentyman for providing refreshments.
The minutes for the December 6, 2012 meeting were approved (MSC:Havas/Gille).
President Davis reported that thank you letters had been received from the Atascadero School District and the Sheriffs Advisory Council for contributions from SLOBC.
Chris Broome reported that club assets were approximately $179,000 and that the club had a very small surplus for the year. Total contributions for 2012 were $69,000.
Dan Revoire reported on Bike Coalition activities planned for 2013—a member general meeting in February, expansion of bicycle education programs, longer hours for the Bike Kitchen and developing long term sustainability for the organization. President Davis then presented a check for the club’s $30,000 contribution to the Bike Coalition for 2013.
Bruce Collier reminded attendees to review the criteria for the Bob Garing Award in the January SLO Coaster and to submit suggestions for nominees to members of the award committee.
President Davis presented awards to Bruce Collier and Will Benedict for their efforts on behalf of the club in 2012.
Ken Price passed out samples of the gravel used on Caltrans chip seal projects and noted that the gravel used on Highway 1 was larger than that used elsewhere. Members were reminded to exercise caution when cycling through downtown Pismo Beach.
Will Benedict noted that the ride program section of the club website had been updated and that ride coordinators should be specific when designating ride start locations so that non-members can easily find those locations.
Gary Havas reported that he had contacted various groups regarding the 2013 Wildflower and that the feedback was positive.
President Davis reported on efforts being made to have Caltrans correct the chip seal on Highway 1. He thanked the Slabtown Rollers for taking the initiative to address this problem and the club members who were at the SLOCOG meeting to show support for the speakers representing the cycling community.
President Davis noted that an analysis of dues income indicated that dues income is not sufficient to cover club
overhead expenses (accounting fees, insurance, storage, etc). As a result, the Board is considering increasing dues from $15 individual/$22 family to $20 individual/$30 family. Following
comments and questions from the members, President Davis conducted an advisory vote regarding the proposed increase. The results of the vote indicated that the attendees were evenly split on the increase—22 voted for the increase and 22 voted against the increase. The proposed increase will be reviewed further at the March Board meeting.
President Davis thanked Bob Lindquist for his service on the Board of Directors. He introduced Joan Petersen who installed the 2013 Board:
President – Robert Fuller DavisVice President – Ann SmithSecretary – Craig ArmstrongTreasurer – Chris BroomeRide Coordinator – Will BenedictMembership – Mike BalsterAdvocate – Dave AbrechtNewsletter Editor – Tim LongHistorian – Martin HowellSafety Director – Ken PriceDirector at Large – Kathleen McHugh
Tim Long gave a presentation previewing the Borrego Springs area ride scheduled for March 10-13.
The meeting adjourned at 8:40.
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Minutes of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club Board MeetingAir Pollution Control District Auditorium3433 Roberto Court, San Luis Obispo CA
Tuesday, January 8, 2013 5 PM
By Craig Armstrong
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Board members present: Robert Fuller Davis, Craig Armstrong, Mike Balster, Will Benedict, Chris Broome, Martin Howell, Tim Long, Kathleen McHugh, Ken Price, and Ann Smith. A quorum being present, the meeting was convened.
No one reported a conflict of interest with any agenda item.
The minutes of the December 4, 2012 board meeting were approved (MSC:Benedict/Long).
President Davis reported that the club had received thank you notes from the Atascadero School District (for Creston Elementary School) and the Sheriff’s Advisory Council for contributions made by the club.
Chris Broome reported that club assets totaled $179,000 as of year-end and that the club had a $334 surplus for the year. Mr. Broome noted that expenses for both club centuries had exceeded budgeted expense by a total of approximately $12,000. There was a brief discussion regarding improving financial discipline with respect to ride expenses.
President Davis reviewed a schedule prepared by Dave Abrecht summarizing the club’s memberships in various cycling related organizations. There was a question regarding the club’s termination of its membership in the California Association of Bicycle Organizations (CABO), and Martin Howell will follow up to determine if CABO’s current objectives are now better aligned with SLOBC’s.
Will Benedict circulated a draft of a safety card to be distributed by local bike shops when they sell a bike. The card includes a note that the purchaser can join SLOBC for the remainder of the calendar year for free by registering on the club web site. Mr. Benedict noted that Frank Mullin will have to make a minor change to the membership form to facilitate the registration process for such individuals. Mr. Benedict will make several edits to the card and then distribute copies to board members for any additional comments.
President Davis summarized efforts made by a number of individuals with respect to the chip seal problem on Highway 1 north of Cambria. He reported on his meeting with the Caltrans District Director in Supervisor Gibson’s office and on the action plan for area cyclists to appear at Wednesday’s SLOCOG
meeting to support those designated to make public comments regarding the condition of the road. He noted that there were a lot of people working hard to try to have action taken to correct the condition of the road.
President Davis reviewed the status of the strategic planning groups and noted that the February meeting would be used to involve club members in fleshing out action steps to address the issues identified by board members. Mr. Benedict suggested that the meeting should be organized so as to solicit suggestions from club members rather than having them review action steps proposed by the board. Mr. Benedict had developed a summary page covering the issues to be addressed and President Davis will use that to develop informational material for the February meeting.
Craig Armstrong presented a draft policy covering annual financial reviews of the club’s financial records. Following a minor revision, the following policy was adopted by the board (MSC:Benedict/Price):
Annual Financial Review Policy A review of the club’s financial records will be conducted annually. The lead reviewer should be knowledgeable about accounting and auditing and have had no involvement in maintaining the club’s accounting records. The lead reviewer may recruit club members to assist with the review. The club Treasurer will provide the information and records requested by the review team in a timely manner.
The review will cover cash disbursements, cash receipts, bank account reconciliations, significant variations between budgeted and actual amounts, and filing of state and federal tax returns and reports.
The review team will also review existing procedures to determine if they provide sufficient internal control over club assets. If applicable, the team will recommend improvements in such controls to the Treasurer and Board.
The review team should submit a summary report of their findings to the Board within four months after the end of the fiscal year.
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Bob Garing Service Award Nominations
In 2001 the club presented Bob Garing with the first SLOB Bob Garing Service Award "In recognition of many years of unselfish service to the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club."Each year we invite club members to nominate people whom they feel deserve to receive this award. Submit names to committee members Stu and Janie Goldenberg, John Rogers,
B r u c e C o l l i e r , J o a n Petersen, Robert and Gail Davis, Tim and Shelley Long, Frank Mullin, Dale and Sharon Sutliff, or Glen and Gail Vanderlinde, past recipients, no later than the end of February. This committee will evaluate nominations and make a recommendation to the board. When deciding if you want to submit a nomination, consider the following characteristics that Bob Garing demonstrated over the years:
• Continuing service over a long period of time (Core requirement — very important)
• Service to the club as an officer, volunteer, leader or other ways (Core requirement)
• Advocacy of bicycle transportation, facilities and safe riding
• Service to the bicycling community and community at large
• Significant leadership on club rides• Working for improved bicycle conditions• Mentoring through advice, education and leadership• Role model for using the bicycle as a mode of
transportation
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Board members completed conflict of interest statements for 2013.
Will Benedict noted that the SLOBC Ride Program section of the club website has been updated to include more information regarding the ride program. He reviewed the status of the policy and responded to comments from several board members regarding various aspects of the policy.
President Davis advised that any decision regarding changes in the club dues structure was the responsibility of the board. He will explain the rationale for a possible dues increase to the members at the January general meeting and will ask for an advisory vote from the members regarding such an increase.
President Davis noted that the next board meeting would be on March 5, 2013.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:10.
Thoughts On Ride ParticipationWill Benedict, SLOBC Ride Coordinator
As an SLOBC ride participant, we can make a difference. Many of our rides starting from fixed locations with regular routes and participants tend to assemble, enjoy conversations with each other and at some point begin to ride. Making space for pre-ride discussions and knowing our place during a ride can improve our time together.
Space for LeadershipIf each participant would expect, anticipate and provide their attention during the pre-ride discussion, fulfilling a Ride Leader’s responsibilities would be much easier and more enjoyable—would not feel like creating an unwanted interruption. Furthermore, if every rider was aware of the responsibilities of a leader, they could add to the Ride Leader’s discussion as desired or needed. Finally, given that we have replaced Show-&-Go rides with Participant Lead Rides, those assembled for these rides are collectively responsible for creating the pre-ride discussion.
Know Your PlaceAs a ride gets underway, riders begin to sort themselves out in terms of speed and sometimes route. During this period it is important that sub-groups taking different routes or traveling at different speeds keep track of each other until they differentiate themselves a unit. This means that you need to know which group you are part of and who is part of your group.
Once the group has formed on the road, there are two critical positions: the last and the second to the last rider. The last rider needs to know they are last because they are responsible for letting the group know when everyone has arrived at a regroup point. The second to last needs to know their position because they are responsible for keeping the last rider in sight. The second to the last rider’s role reflects a fundamental club value—no one lost or left behind. Extended to the whole group it means that each rider should be aware of their place in the group—know who is ahead of and behind you.
Having a pre-ride discussion and taking care of each other will make our rides safer and more enjoyable.
Second Annual Bobs' December to Remember Tortoise Rides
By Stu Goldenberg, Bale Leader
Without much effort, we found that we had enough Bob (first name) individuals willing to lead rides for the entire month of December. The Bob's that stepped up to lead or co-lead rides were Bobs: Tuman, Behnke, Briscoe, Zilkey, and Young.
Tortoise rides begin at 9 a.m., including the one in North County in the cold. The temperatures at the start of the rides were 32, 38, 35, and 40 degrees F.
A total of forty-one different people participated during the month, with the smallest ride turn out being 16 and the largest turnout being 24. Twenty-one people only rode once, eight rode twice, seven rode three times, and five rode the maximum of four rides.
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Ride Program InformationGo to the club website www.slobc.org and click on the Ride Program tab to access the Ride Calendar, Ride Information, Ride Safety, Ride Ratings and Ride Organization web pages for the most current ride information.
Submitting Ride InformationSubmit ride information and any updates to both Will Benedict and Frank Mullin to ensure the Ride Calendar is accurate in the SLO Coaster and current on our website.
Safe RidingAll cyclists taking part in club rides are expected to know and model Safe Cycling Best Practices as defined under Ride Safety in the Ride Program section of the club website.
Ride Start LocationsThe “Start” information is developed to be entered in Google maps to see locations.
SundayArroyo Grande (9:00 AM, C2)Start: Andreini's, Arroyo GrandeCoordinator: Craig ArmstrongPhone: 619-7023
Baywood/Los Osos (8:30 AM, A,B2)Start: Nazarene El Morro, Los OsosDestination: Kelley’s, CayucosCoordinator: Will BenedictPhone: 544-3504
MondayAtascadero Breakers (10:00 AM, C4)Start: Charles Padock Zoo, AtascaderoCoordinator: Kevin MatherlyEmail: [email protected]
Atascadero Scramblers (10:00 AM, B3)Start: Charles Padock Zoo, AtascaderoCoordinators: Glenn & Gail VanderlindeEmail: [email protected]
Breakaways (9:00 AM, D3)Start: Damon Garcia Sports Fields, SLOCoordinator: Russ RobinsonPhone: 781-0903
Flaming Tortoises (9:00 AM, A2)Start: Dinosaur Caves Park, Pismo Beach
Coordinator: Julie JarvisPhone: 773-1565
Yellow Jackets (9:00 AM, B2)Start: Ben's House, 804 Alyssum Court, SLODestination: Grover Beach or Los Osos Coordinator: Ben PatrickPhone: 543-2803
TuesdayBaywood Vacillators (8:30 AM, A,B2)Start: Nazarene El Monte, Los OsosDestination: South Coordinator: Marina MichelPhone: 528-1732
WednesdayFlyers (9:00 AM, D3)Coordinator: Russ RobinsonPhone: 781-0903
Date: February 6Start: Bayside Cafe, Morro BayLeader: Russ RobinsonPhone: 781-0903
Date: February 13Start Time: 10:00 AMStart: Santa Margarita Park, SMLeader: Glenn VanderlindePhone: 466-4221
Date: February 20Start: Bob Jones Trail Head, Ontario RoadLeader: Steve VinesPhone: 202-8114
Date: February 27Start: French Park, San Luis ObispoLeader: Bill GoodgerPhone: 608-770-1448
Frequent Feeders (9:00 AM, B2)Coordinator: Frank MullinPhone: 602-2058
Date: February 6Start: Laguna Lake Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: Morro Bay Coffee, Morro Bay Leader: Dale SutliffPhone: 544-4034
Date: February 13Start: Heritage Square Park, Arroyo GrandeDestination: Old Edna Deli, SLORoute: Lopez Lake Dam return Corbett Canyon
Leader: Chuck WheelerPhone: 541-1240
Date: February 20Start: French Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: Woodstone Market, Avila BeachRoute: Orcutt, Biddle Ranch, Buckley, HigueraLeader: Dave WilliamsPhone: 704-7160
Date: February 27Start: Bayside Cafe, Morro BayDestination: Cayucos via coastal canyonsLeaders: Dave & Debbie AbrechtPhone: 801-9211
Templeton Breakers (10:00 AM, C4)Start: Templeton Park, TempletonCoordinator: George DiMundoEmail: [email protected]
Templeton Scramblers (10:00 AM, B2)Start: Templeton Park, TempletonCoordinators: Patti & Bill Van OrdenEmail: [email protected]
Trikers (9:00 AM, A2)Dates: February 6 & 20Start: French Park, San Luis Obispo Coordinator: Dorothy CurhanPhone: 542-0334
Slo Pokes (9:00 AM, A2)Coordinator: Sharon SutliffPhone: 544-4034
Date: February 6Start: Dinosaur Caves Park, Pismo BeachDestination: BlackHorse, Broad, SLORoute: Shell Beach, Higuera, Tank Farm, return via Price canyonLeader: Phil MiddletonPhone: 773-2210
Date: February 13Start: Parking near Fin’s, Grover BeachDestination: Hula Hut, Avila BeachLeader: Peggy CoonPhone: 904-6050, cell 818-259-8940
Date: February 20Start: Lila Kaiser Park, Morro BayDestination: Old Cayucos Bakery & Deli via Villa CreekLeaders: Patricia & Hans-Henning BoerstPhone: 534-9660
Date: February 27Start: Islay Hill Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: Froggie's Cafe, SLO via Edna Valley
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Baywood/Los Osos (8:30 AM, A,B2)Start: Nazarene El Morro, Los OsosDestination: Kelley’s, CayucosCoordinator: Will BenedictPhone: 544-3504
FridayTortoises (9:00 AM, A1)Coordinators: Stu & Janie GoldenbergPhone: 544-4720
Date: February 1Start: Hostel Obispo, San Luis ObispoDestination: Pancake Breakfast (8:00 AM)Route: Elaine's favorite SLO Things (9:00 AM)Leader: Elaine SimerPhone: [email protected]
Date: February 8Start: Islay Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: Spirit of San Luis Restaurant, SLORoute: Tour of Edna Valley vineyardsLeader: Bob TumanPhone: 545-5976
Date: February 15Start: Nazarene El Morro, Los OsosDestination: Carlocks Bakery, Los OsosRoute: Tour of Los Osos/BaywoodLeaders: Patricia and Hans-Henning BoerstPhone: 534-9660
Date: February 22Start: Food for Less, San Luis ObispoDestination: Hula Hut, Avila BeachLeader: Judie ProckPhone: 541-6299
Blazing Saddles (9:00 AM, A2)Coordinator: Dee McKelvieEmail: [email protected]: 610-1234
Breakaways (9:00 AM, D3)Start: Heritage Square Park, Arroyo GrandeCoordinator: Steve VinesPhone: 202-8114
Paso Robles Breakers (10:00 AM, C4)Start: Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Paso RoblesCoordinator: Bill McBrideEmail: [email protected]
Paso Robles Scramblers (10:00 AM, B2)Start: Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Paso RoblesCoordinator: Jean McBrideEmail: [email protected]
Yellow Jackets (9:00 AM, B2)Start: Ben's House, 804 Alyssum Court, SLODestination: Avlia BeachCoordinator: Ben PatrickPhone: 543-2803
SaturdayHuasna Valley (9:00 AM, C2)Start: Sixteenth Street Park, Grover BeachDestination: Huasna Coordinator: Long NguyenPhone: 481-1688
King City Hillbillies (9:00 AM, B3/4)Start: Starbucks, King CityCoordinator: Ralph LeeEmail: [email protected]
Slabtown Rollers (8:00 AM, C4)Start: Sotheby's Realty, CambriaCoordinator: Tom ParsonsPhone: 927-5514
SLO Velo (9:00 AM, C3/4)Start: Variable the first Saturday of each monthStart: Starbucks/Trader Joe's, SLOCoordinator: Ron StarkeyEmail: [email protected]: www.slovelo.com
Wandering With Will (9:00 AM) (B2/3)Date: February 2Start: French Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: HuasnaRoute: Huasna HillDistance: 41 milesElevation Gain: 2500 feetCoordinator: Will BenedictPhone: 544-3504Email: [email protected]
Special RidesPresidents Day Ride SeriesCoordinator: Red DavisPhone: 772-0874 Rain: If rain is forecast for Saturday, we will ride on Friday instead or on Sunday if Friday is also rainy.
Date: Saturday, February 9 (8:30 AM, B-5)Start: Coast Union High School, CambriaRoute: Up Santa Rosa Creek to Hwy 46 to Hwy 1 to CambriaDistance: About 30 milesNotes: Lunch at Sylvester’s in Los Osos because it’s free for me on my birthday.If you have not ridden Santa Rosa Creek before, please don’t make this your first time.
Date: Saturday, February 16 (8:30 AM, B-5)Start: Cul-de-sac at end of Isabella Way, SLO Route: Up Prefumo Canyon Road, down See Canyon to Ontario Road to South Higuera and LOVR to startDistance: About 25 milesNote: Part of the route is kind of steep and part of it is dirt so no whining as if you didn’t know beforehand.
Saturday, February 23 (8:00 AM, B-5)Start: Parking lot, Azure Street, Morro BayRoute: Up Old Creek and Santa Rosa Creek to Cambria, back on Hwy 1Distance: About 45 milesNote: If we pass a coffee shop we will stop but don’t count on it.
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Ride Coordinator ReportBy Will Benedict, SLOBC Ride Coordinator Email: [email protected]
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Ride Leader BrunchThe Ride Leader Brunch will be held at the Inn at Morro Bay on Saturday, January 19, 2013, from about 11:30 am to 2:00 p.m.. We will eat, visit and discuss the upcoming year. I have sent out email invitations. If you did not receive an invitation and have lead at least three rides during 2012, send me an email.
King City to San MiguelDuring 2013 I am going to plan two small supported group rides (mini indulgence rides). The first is planned for Saturday, April 6, 2013. We will start in SLO, bus to King City, ride to San Miguel, go to dinner and return to SLO. Slides showing this ride can be accessed at http://www.williambenedict.com/news-notes/index.html within the King City to San Miguel Bike Ride article. You can see the route at http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/65602936
A SAG vehicle will support the ride with a rest stop every 10 miles. It should take about 6 hours and participants will share the task of driving the SAG vehicle. The ride will be limited to between 15 and 20 club members. The day will start in SLO at 6:30 AM and end in SLO at about 9:00 PM. More details and costs will follow but I first need to know if there is interest, send me an email.
Davis RidePicture yourself biking on the beautiful and endless mostly flat bike trails in and around Davis.
Dates: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, April 9, 10, and 11, 2013Accommodations: Hallmark Inn, 110 F St., Davis. 530-753-3600Ask for "Spring San Luis Obispo Bicycle Trip" Group ID 396 Rate: $119 per night ($132.09 with tax)Reservations must be made before March 8, 2013.
If you are interested, contact: Gini Stedman, 473-8287, [email protected] Tuman, 545-5976, [email protected]
Blossom RideThis beautiful early season ride includes both orchards in bloom and mountains. It will be held on March 2, 2013. Last year the SLOBC group that participated camped at Club Royal Oak in Kingsburg, CA. and enjoyed dinner together the night before the ride. The pre-ride cost is $40. Registration is open at: http://www.blossombikeride.com
Email me of you plan to participate to receive planning information.
Borrego Springs Road TripDave and Debbie Abrecht are traveling to Borrego Springs, CA in March and are inviting SLOBC members to join them for a few days of riding in this beautiful desert valley. The initial plan is to meet for dinner in Borrego Springs on Sunday March 10, 2013 and ride on Monday and Tuesday.
Further details will be developed but you must make your own accommodations. Because this is a busy tourist season, making early reservations are strongly recommended.
For more information or to join the group, contact Dave at 805-801-9211 or [email protected]
Wine Country CenturyA group of SLOBC members has enjoyed this ride the last three years. This year’s date is May 4, 2013. The beautiful route travels through the wine country near Santa Rosa, California and the ride is very well organized with excellent food. The Wine Country Century registration opens February 1, 2013. It fills quickly so be ready.
Registration Link: http://srcc.memberlodge.com/Default.aspx?pageId=1444175
Email me of you plan to participate to receive planning information.
Cycle MontanaThis year we have a group of club members taking part in Adventure Cycling’s fully supported Cycle Montana ride. At this point we have 14 people registered. There is still time for you to join us. Go to http://adventurecycling.org/tours/tourdetail.cfm?t=EV13&id=351&p=1 for information on the ride. Send me an email when you have registered and I will put you on our club list to get a discount.
Trip Dates: Jun 22, 2013 - Jun 29, 2013Cost: $1,349.00 Deposit: $200.00
Call For Lighthouse Jersey Designs
By Will Benedict, Clothing CoordinatorThis is the first a call for 2013 Lighthouse jersey design ideas. All concepts must be completed and received by April 1st. The concepts will be voted on at the Wildflower Volunteer Brunch. All ideas must be presented in the standard jersey format. For format specifications and assistance in illustrating your idea or putting your idea into the standard format, email me at [email protected].
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Lisa Cooks Up a Recipe for 10,436 Miles in 2012
Take one fully loaded 60 lb. Novara touring bike, add commitment, determination, and a lot of grueling miles and you have Lisa Cook’s recipe for her 10,436 mile success in 2012!
Lisa is an anomaly in the North County. She rides every Monday, Wednesday and Friday with the Scramblers who average approximately 12 – 15 miles per hour over roughly 30 plus miles of rolling hills. While the rest of the group prefers to ride light weight road bikes, Lisa peddles her 60 pound “mule” – and manages to keep up with ease! You will not hear Lisa gasping for air while climbing a hill like Old Country Road or Peachy Canyon, but you may hear her chatting and laughing with whoever is gasping next to her. Lisa makes riding look easy!
One look at Lisa and you have to ask yourself, “how can this petite woman be such a road grinding animal?” Not only did she complete the Wildflower and Lighthouse centuries in a preride, but she turned around and rode the following Saturday for an additional 50 and 72 miles respectively in the open rides! It is common for Lisa to ride 6 days a week with an average of 40 or more miles a day – even on the coldest or hottest of days. She’s North County’s Energizer Bunny of Bicycling – and we think she’s wonderful!
Strategic PlanningRobert Fuller Davis
At our next meeting, our program is going to be…ourselves. The next stage of Strategic Planning is laying out steps to achieve our goals. The board has identified 5 goals. They are: . The SLOBC has a defined proactive program to maintain the energy, skill, knowledge and commitment of its volunteers. a. The SLOBC members holding leadership and volunteer positions change often enough to involve more members, introduce new ideas and, build shared institutional knowledge. b. The SLOBC Century volunteer positions of Ride Chair and Captains are recruited on a schedule that permit them to do overall ride planning prior to volunteer signup. Kathleen/Ann2. The Ride Chair has full responsibility for the planning, goal setting, organization and administration of his/her event. a. Ride Captains assist in overall ride planning and goal setting and implement appropriate elements within their area. b. The Ride Chair and Captains make decisions that respond to the financial goals and guidelines established by the SLOBC Board. Dave/Tim
3. A culture of safe cycling exists within the club and safe cycling practices are consistently modeled by members taking part in club rides. Ken/Red4. The SLOBC has a new member recruitment and retention program that seeks to maintain club vitality and expand its active membership. Mike/Martin5. Club has specific policy guidelines in place to set dues structure, event registration fees, event budgets, contributions budget, and annual allocations for contingency and capital improvements funds. Chris/Craig At our February meeting, we will break up into 5 groups to develop work plans for achieving these goals. You get your chance to choose which of these you are most interested in. Two board members will lead each group in brainstorming ideas for how we will reach our goals, choosing the steps that will lead to implementation and figuring out a timetable and a schedule for how we will proceed. This will be our Strategic Plan.This is your chance to mold the direction our club will take in the future. Don’t miss it.
And a note of greater importance, Congratulations to Dave and Debbie Abrecht for producing, with help from Rachel and Alfredo, our newest bike club member, Levi David Becerra who is also known as Bobby.
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The Evolution of the Aerodynamic HelmetBy Stu Goldenberg
We have all heard and perhaps have even called out to our fellow cyclist the expression "Car back!" or "Car up!" and we all think we know what these expressions truly mean. Well, it apparently turns out that we are all mistaken.
While on a SLO Pokes ride between Paso Robles and San Miguel, I learned the true meaning of "Car up!" The ride was almost over as we were returning to Paso Robles, about to pass under Hwy 46, when I had an epiphany.
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Tortoise New Years Day Ride and Potluck 2013
By Stu Goldenberg, Bale Leader
Twenty-two tortoises showed up for our fourth annual New Years Day Ride and Potluck. It was cold, in the low forties. Full fingered gloves and ear protection was in order. The fourteen mile ride around San Luis Obispo included a coffee stop at the half way point. Below is a photo of the adventurous group prior to the ride.
After the ride we all enjoyed a potluck which included vegetable soup, chicken soup with matzo balls, cold cuts, salads, dips, and desserts, desserts, and more desserts. Another half dozen people came to the potluck. They didn't ride because of the temperature or they were "significant others" of one of the Tortoises. Patches were distributed.
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Advocate’s ReportBy Dave Abrecht
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Seasonal HelpBefore Christmas, I ran into club member Bob Nanninga at the SESLOC Federal Credit Union. It was no surprise that Bob was on his bike; he is very committed to using his bike for short local trips and errands. However, this was different. I noticed the small, two-wheeled utility type trailer he was towing and then I noticed his unusual bicycle clothing, a uniform of brown pants and shirt with a little “UPS” emblem on his chest. Now I was really curious, but Bob was on a tight schedule and I certainly did not want to impede or delay a “next day air” delivery.
Bob started becoming a seasonal bike delivery person five years ago after a conversation with his neighborhood UPS driver. He works close to his home, covering a “beat” that consists of businesses along LOVR from the city golf course to Madonna Road. He also makes residential deliveries to apartments and homes on Prefumo Canyon Road and Diablo Drive. On a typical day, Bob receives 65 - 70 packages in the morning, organizes them by neighborhoods and
then makes 10 delivery trips from his home, covering a total of 10 - 12 miles. His work day usually lasts four hours, with a “Power Bar” lunch break included.
This year, Bob delivered 1500 packages in 25 days of work, an average of 60 packages per day. His most impressive stat, however, is that he replaced a heavy gasoline fueled van for 309 miles. There are other tangible benefits. He met his neighbors, kept in cycling shape by hauling the loaded trailer up Prefumo Canyon Road and
received a lot of positive responses toward the use of bicycles for certain UPS deliveries.
In addition to learning more about a fellow club member, there is a point to this story. As we begin a new year, let’s follow the example set by UPS and Bob. Let’s leave our cars at home and use our bicycles for commuter transportation and local errands more frequently.
Road Construction Alerts
The City of San Luis Obispo makes information available to the public about ongoing road construction projects. The city recently added information how the construction may affect bicycle commuters. For more information, go to:
http://www.slocity.org/publicworks/construction/commuterupdts.asp
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STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION
Help chart the club’s direction.
See page 9 for more details.
SanLuisObispoBicycleClub, Inc. P.O. Box 1585 San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
CALENDAR:BOARD MEETINGMarch 5, 5:00 P.M.
GENERAL MEETINGFebruary 7, 7:15 P.M.Strategic planning
WILDFLOWER VOLUNTEER BRUNCHSunday, April 28, 2013 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.SOUTH BAY COMMUNITY CENTER2180 Palisades Avenue, Los Osos, CA
PLEASE NOTE: You are not automatically included in the brunch. You should have made the choice to attend the brunch when you signed up to volunteer. If you are unsure, please double check by logging into your private member area and hit the “Volunteer” tab. Under “Other Selections” check the box that says “will attend brunch” or leave the box unchecked if you can’t attend. There is also room to add a guest. The cost for a guest to attend is to be determined. If you have RSVP’d and must cancel, please email [email protected] no later than April 20, 2013 or the club will be charged for your meal.
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