October 2012 SloCoaster

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THE SLO COASTEROctober 2012

President’s Messageby Robert Fuller DavisSLOBC member Mike Curren will be inducted this year into the California Triple Crown Hall of Fame. He has ridden 39 Double Centuries.

The Awards Breakfast will be held on Sunday, September 30, 2012, from 7:30 A.M. to about 9:30 A.M. under the gazebo in Pena Adobe Park just west of Vacaville.

The California Triple Crown Hall of Fame was started in June of 1999 to recognize those who have accomplished a significant milestone in the Double Century Series.

In 2002 I wrote a story about Mike that I think encapsulates who he is. Here it is.

It began innocently. Larry Burdick and Dan Barrus of the Davis Bike Club competed to see who could ride the most miles during the month of March. Burdick won, 1500 to 1270. The next year, the club made it a formal event with T-shirts, mileage logs and an awards banquet. The idea was to motivate cyclists to set an early season goal and jump start their training for the year. Jerseys were awarded for 500, 1000 or 1500 mile achievements. In 2001 Mike Curren signed up for 1500 miles and rode 1806. In 2002 DBC upped the ante by adding a 2000 mile category and offered to donate a penny for every mile ridden to buy bike helmets for kids. Two thousand miles in a month–65 miles per day. Every day. Who could resist? Mike signed up. He couldn’t sleep the night of February 28th. He and his wife, Liz, had a 1 p.m. appointment the next day. He had to get his miles done before noon. He got up at 4 a.m. and rode to San Simeon and back. He was home by 10, logged his miles and relaxed. The first day of March

Madness was done. All he had to do for the next 30 days was the same thing–65 miles every day–without fail. March 2nd he rode the Blossom Ride in Reedley. The official route was two miles less than what he needed for his daily average so he rode in circles around the motel parking lot until he had his quota. Next day, back in San Luis, he rode 91 miles to Piedras Blancas and back. That became his pattern, riding north each day on Highway 1 for whatever distance he needed to keep his average up. He enjoyed the early morning rides–except for days like March 5th, a cold headwind, and the 6th, when it rained, and the 7th, when it rained again and he rode with a slow leak in his back tire. On the morning of the 9th, he woke up exhausted and didn’t feel like riding, but he got on his bike and put in 93 miles. On the 11th he took a break and rode only 30 miles. He discovered the classic West End Burger at Cambria’s West End Bar and Grill. But no matter how many burgers he ate, he couldn’t keep his weight up. He lost ten pounds during the month.

March 13th was a day of big winds. Mike was blown off his bike on Highway 46. A passing motorist gave him a ride to Harmony where he called home for Liz to pick him up. Still, he logged 55 miles. On the 18th a pit bull attacked him as he rode past Harmony–94 miles. He was exhausted on the 20th and didn’t feel like riding–106 miles. Cloudy and raining on the 23rd–187 miles. He was too tired to ride on the 25th–90 miles.

At the end of the day on March 27th, he had 1904 miles logged–96 more to reach his goal. He rode 64 on the 28th, 39 on the 29th–2007 total. Just for good measure, he rode 147 more on the 30th before calling it quits.

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SLO Coaster| P.O. Box 1585 San Luis Obispo, CA 93406 | 805-543-5973 | www.slobc.org

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)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: 805.543.5973

Website: 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: Tom Roberts

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......................................Treasurer: Chris [email protected] ...................... 805.772.5900

..................................Secretary: Craig [email protected]

..........................Ride Coordinator: Will [email protected] .......... 805.544.3504

............Membership Director: Robert [email protected] ............. 805.441.7063

........................................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&4Minutes of our meetings

Pages 5 to 7The ride schedule and directions

Page 8Wildflower Jersey Selection

Page 9The November Ballot

Pages 10 & 11The logo discussion continues

Pages 12Mapping your ride

Pages 13Aerodynamic Helmet & The Indulgence RidePages 14MembershipPages 15Advocate’ Report & Bike BreakfastBack PageCalendar



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Minutes of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club Board Meeting

Air Pollution Control District Auditorium3433 Roberto Court, San Luis Obispo CA

Tuesday, September 4, 2012 5 PM

Board members present: Robert Fuller Davis, Tom Roberts, Craig Armstrong, Will Benedict, Chris Broome, Martin Howell, Bob Lindquist, Tim Long, Kathleen McHugh, Frank Mullin, and Ken Price. A quorum being present, the meeting was convened.

No one reported a conflict of interest with any agenda item.

Dallam Oliver-Lee was present as a guest. He advised the board that he is involved with updating biking conditions for Google maps and that he is looking for a contact in the north county area to assist on updating the maps for that area. Tim Long will follow up with the north county ride leaders to see what assistance they can provide Mr. Oliver-Lee. Mr. Oliver-Lee also indicated that there are a number of issues involving signal light timing creating potentially dangerous situations for cyclists, and he and Ken Price briefly discussed addressing such issues.

The minutes of the July 31, 2012 Board meeting were approved (MSC:Price/Long).

President Davis reported that the following correspondence had been received: (1) request from Steve Fleury regarding a contribution for Kidz Paso Robles: (2) an email from Jim Rogers regarding funding for the Cambria Teen Center, and (3) an inquiry from Morro Bay High School regarding the administration of the club’s donation to the school. President Davis also noted that he had sent emails to 2012 recipients of club donations inviting them to submit a request for funds if they anticipate asking for a donation in 2013.

Chris Broome reported that club assets were $243,261 as of August 31, 2012. Chris will be hosting a budget meeting at his home on October 17, and members interested in participating in the budget process should respond to Chris by October 1st.

Kathleen McHugh noted that October is Ride Share Month and requested approval to use club funds to sponsor a Ride Share breakfast on October 19th. The Board reviewed the cost of participating in a similar event earlier in the year, and after discussion, voted to cap the

club expenditure for the breakfast at $400 (MSC: Benedict/Armstrong).

President Davis reviewed Steve Fluery’s request for a $1,000 donation to the upcoming Kidz Paso Robles event; that amount is $500 more than was budgeted for 2012. The $500 increase is for funding a BMX Stunt team appearance at the event, and several board members expressed concern that such an exhibition would not promote safe cycling practices. After discussion, the board voted not to authorize the additional $500 contribution and to advise Mr. Fleury as to why the additional amount was not approved (MSC:Mullin/Price).

President Davis advised that the Cal Poly Wheelmen had submitted a request to borrow tables, easy up tents, and chairs for a racing event they were conducting. Craig Armstrong advised that the club had sufficient tables and easy ups to fulfill the request but that no chairs were available. Board members noted that the Wheelmen typically have provided volunteers to help with the Lighthouse, and Craig Armstrong will summarize the club’s expectations with respect to the equipment loan to the Wheelmen for President Davis to communicate to the Wheelmen. After discussion, the Board approved the equipment loan (MSC: Mullin/Price).

President Davis noted that a request from Morro Bay High School indicated that if the club’s donation to the school was for scholarships, the school expected the club to be actively involved in selecting the scholarship winners. The consensus of the board was that the school should be advised to treat the donation as a general donation to be used as the school determined.

President Davis advised that Craig Armstrong had suggested that the club may need to rent a third storage shed to adequately accommodate all of the equipment that had accumulated in the current two sheds. Mr. Armstrong reported that he had discussed the shed situation with several other club members and that step one would be to determine what items in the sheds were apparently not needed for the two century rides. A list of such items would be circulated to determine whether such items should be retained or discarded.

Tom Roberts had previously indicated that the club’s laptop had malfunctioned in some instances. However, the malfunction could not be replicated at the repair shop, so the conclusion was that it is not necessary to buy a replacement at this time. It was suggested that presenters be advised to use their own computer for their presentations. See Board page 4





Board - continued from page 3

President Davis presented several alternatives for the club’s Vision and Values. The members reviewed the various versions and voted to adopt the following:

Vision

A community that encourages and supports bicycling and respects the shared and courteous use of roadways, trails and paths.

Values

Riding our bicycles with friendsExploring our environment by bicycle

Sharing our transportation system with motorists, bicyclists and pedestriansOrganizing cycling programs and eventsPromoting bicycle safetyFunding bicycle-related organizations and programsAdvocating for laws and infrastructure improvements that support safe cycling

Tim Long gave an update on the status of the Creston community building. Several upgrades need to be made to the building, and it is not anticipated that the work will be completed prior to next year’s Wildflower.

The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:10 PM.

MINUTES OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO BICYCLE CLUB GENERAL MEETING

SAN LUIS OBISPO LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo CAThursday, September 6, 2012 7:15 PM

President Davis called the meeting to order at 7:15 PM.

During introductions, Tony Leap correctly identified San Luis Obispo as the center of the universe.

Kathleen McHugh passed two clipboards, one for volunteers to sign up to help out at the upcoming club sponsored Ride Share breakfast on October 19 and one for volunteers to help plan the Christmas pot-luck. Larry Rutter passed a list of volunteers for the Lighthouse and asked attendees to verify that their brunch election on file was correct.

President Davis thanked Gail Davis and Anne Kelly for serving as greeters and Kathy Cohon, Anne Kelly, Gail and Glenn Vanderlinde, Gail Davis, Joan Henry, and Howard Dolinsky for providing refreshments. Harvey Cohon advised that members interested in helping out at the club’s Farmers Market booth can sign up for future months.

President Davis announced that Mike Curren has been selected for the California Triple Crown Hall of Fame.

The minutes of the August 2, 2012 meeting were approved (MSC: Mullin/Leap).

President Davis noted that the Bike Coalition is seeking volunteers to help staff two voting precincts on November 6th. Members should contact President Davis if they are interested in doing so.

Chris Broome updated members on club donations and reported the club assets at the end of August totaled $243,000. Members should contact Chris if they are interested in participating in a budget meeting to be held October 17.

Dan Rivoire reported that the Bike Coalition has noted increased community support for cycling related improvements and mentioned several upcoming Coalition events.

Ken Price advised members that chip sealing was being done on a number of streets and that members should be alert to sand and gravel on the roads being repaired. The next Ontario Road clean-up is being scheduled for late October—date to be advised.

Will Benedict displayed a completed Lighthouse jersey and reminded members that there is still room for members to sign up for the Indulgence Ride.

President Davis noted that flyers for the Amgen Coast Classic were available at the rear of the room.

Mike and Marian Balster presented a program covering their recent five week cycling/hiking trip through the Pacific Northwest. They displayed a picture showing a sign in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho claiming (incorrectly) that it was the center of the universe.

Vice President Roberts stated that he is not sure that he will run for Vice President for next year and that members interested in running for that position should contact one of the club officers if they wanted more information about the Vice President's office.

The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:20.





Pace Description Terrain Description

AA Very Slow Less than 10 mph. Regroups often. Waits for slowest rider. 1 Generally Flat

A Slow 9 to 12 mph average. Regroups occasionally. (SLO Pokes) 2 Easy Grades Some Hills

B Moderate 12 to 15 mph average. Regroups every 30 minutes. Waits for slower riders. (Frequent Feeders)

3 Rolling Hills (North County Hills - Peachy Cyn)

C Brisk 14 to 17 mph average. Regroups every 30-45 minutes. Waits for slower riders (Flyers)

4 Hard Hills (Hwy. 46 - coast to Paso Robles)

D Fast Averages over 16 mph. Requires experienced riders and pace line riding. (Tuesday Night Rides)

5 Very Challenging Hills

Directions to Starting LocationsAndreini's (AG)

Take 101 to Arroyo Grande, exit Grand exit, left 0.3 miles to Andreini's on left. Park in lot to the right.

Atascadero ZooTake 101 north from San Luis Obispo to Atascadero, take the Santa Rosa exit (218A), turn left on to Santa Rosa Rd for 1.4 miles, turn right on Highway 41, continue 0.2 miles to zoo on right.

Bandstand (AG)Take 101 to Grand exit in Arroyo Grande. Turn east 0.2 miles to Traffic Way, right 0.2 miles to Nelson St, left 0.1 miles to Short Street. Park on street.

Ben's House (SLO)Take 101 to Los Osos Valley Road. Go east 0.5 mile to Higuera, left

0.4 mile to Tank Farm Rd, right 1.9 miles to Poinsettia St, right 0.1 mile to Alyssum Court, left one house -- Ben's house is first on left.

Bob Jones Trail HeadTake 101 toward the five cities. Exit at San Luis Bay drive. Go left on

Ontario for 0.8 miles. Park in the lot on your left.Dairy Creek Golf Course

Take 101 to Highway 1 exit (SLO), west 5.5 miles to Hollister Rd, right (into El Chorro Regional Park) 0.1 miles, left 0.1 miles to golf course parking lot.

Damon Garcia Sports FieldTake 101 to Los Osos Valley Road exit, east 0.4 miles to Higuera, left

0.2 miles to Tank Farm, right 1.5 miles to Broad, left 0.2 miles to the park on the left (across from Industrial Way).

Dinosaur Caves Park (SB)Take 101 south to Spyglass Drive off ramp, go right to light, left on

Shell Beach Road 1.4 miles to Cliff Avenue, right 0.1 mile to park on left.

French Park (SLO)Take 101 to Los Osos Valley Road. East 0.5 mile to Higuera, left 0.4

mile to Tank Farm Rd, right 1.9 miles to Poinsettia St, right 0.4 miles to Fuller, left 0.1 mile to park (on the left).

Gazebo (AG)Take 101 to Grand exit in Arroyo Grande. Go east (becomes Branch

St) to Bridge Street. Turn right past Ira's Bike Shop and left into parking lot. Gazebo is halfway through lot on your right.

Hardie Park (Cayucos)Take 101 to Highway 1. Go west (through Morro Bay) 19 miles to

Cayucos Drive. Go west 0.2 miles to Birch, right to park.Islay Park (SLO)

Take 101 to Los Osos Valley Road. East 0.5 mile to Higuera, left 0.4 mile to Tank Farm Rd, right 2.8 miles to park (on right).

Laguna Lake Park (SLO)Take 101 to Madonna exit in SLO. Going west, 0.7 miles to entrance

to Laguna Lake Park on your right. Generally park in second lot to the left (near the bathrooms).

Marriot Courtyard HotelTake 101 (north or south) to the Spring St. exit, turn east onto 1st St,

then south (left) onto So. Vine St. Entrance to the hotel parking lot is on your left; park along So. Vine St.

Meadow Park (SLO)Take 101 to Madonna Rd exit in SLO. Go east 0.4 miles to Higuera,

left 0.1 mile to South St, right 0.7 mile to Meadow Street, right 0.2 mile to lot on your right.

Nazarene Church (BP)Corner of Santa Ysabel and South Bay Blvd in Los Osos. From 101,

take Los Osos Valley Rd exit. Travel west for 9 miles to South Bay Blvd. Travel right about 1 mile to light, church is on your right.

Paso Robles ParkTake 101 to Paso Robles exit in Paso Robles. Continue to 13th Street.

Turn left over tracks to Pine Street. Go left 1 block and park is on your right.

Shamel Park (Cambria)Take 101 to Highway 1 and go north to Cambria. At the north end of

town, turn left at Windsor Rd. The park is 0.3 miles down the road.Sinsheimer Park (SLO)

Take 101 to Madonna exit. Travel east 0.2 miles to Higuera, left 0.1 mile to South Street, right 0.8 mile to Broad Street right 0.7 miles to Orcutt Road, left 0.4 miles to Laurel Lane, left 0.3 miles to Southwood Drive, left 0.2 miles to park.

Sixteenth Street Park (GB)Going southbound on 101 to Pismo Beach, take Oak Park exit, left on

Elcamino Real for 0.3 miles, right on Oak Park for 1.1 miles, right on Mentone and then into park on left.

Sotheby's Realty (Cambria)Take 101 to Highway 1 west, continue 34 miles to Cambria Rd, then

turn left onto Main St. Continue 0.4 miles to Sotheby's Realty on the right (east of Main).

Starbucks (King City)Take 101 north to King City. Take the Broadway off ramp and turn

left under the 101 Freeway overpass on to Broadway Circle. Starbucks will be immediately on your left with ample parking.

Templeton ParkTake 101 to the Vineyard exit in Templeton. Turn east for 0.2 miles to

Old Country Road, turn left for 0.4 miles to 6th Street. Park is on your right.

Throop Park (SLO)Take 101 to Highway 1. Go west 0.8 miles to Foothill Blvd, left 0.3

miles to Ferrini Rd, right 0.1 mile to Cerro Romauldo Ave, left 0.1 mile to park on right.





Ride DetailsCurrent Ride InformationInformation on all Club rides including more detailed ride descriptions and any updates to the Ride Calendar can be found on the club web site www.slobc.org under Ride Calendar.

Submitting Ride InformationSubmit ride information to both Will Benedict and Frank Mullin to ensure the newsletter's Ride Calendar and web site are accurate.Submit any ride changes to Frank Mullin. This will ensure that the most current ride information can always be found under Ride Calendar at www.slobc.org.

Safe RidingAll cyclists taking part in club rides are expected to contribute to the ride's safety and enjoyment. You can find Safe Cycling Practices and SLOBC Club Ride Best Practices under Safety at www.slobc.org.

Scheduled club rides include both Fixed (Fixed starting location and time) and Variable (Variable starting location and time) events.

Sunday

(8:30 AM) - Sunday Baywood / Los Osos Ride (B-2).

Show & Go from Nazarene Church (BP). Casual pace to coffee shop in Cayucos with possibility of doing an additional creek based on mutual agreement. Contact person: Jack Robison 772-7748.

(9:00 AM) - Arroyo Grande Sunday Ride (B-2).

Andreini's (AG). The length is about 35 miles. If you are riding from SLO, contact me ([email protected]) to see if we can join up. Two popular destinations are Poly Village (SLO) and theTrilogy (Nipomo). Led by Craig Armstrong (619-7023).

Monday (9:00 AM) - Atascadero Scramblers (B-3).

Atascadero Zoo. Distance: about 35 miles. Destinations: Santa Margarita, Atascadero and Templeton for the mid-ride coffee stop. Route sheets / maps distributed via email prior to each ride, none available at the ride start. (See email group page for instructions on joining email groups.) Led by Glenn & Gail Vanderlinde ([email protected]).

(9:00 AM) - Atascadero Breakers (C-4).Atascadero Zoo. Distance: 35-40 miles. Destinations: Templeton, Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Paso Robles and San Miguel for mid-ride coffee stops. Route sheets and maps distributed via email prior to each ride. Contact leader to get on email distribution. Led by Kevin Matherly ([email protected]).

(9:00 AM) - Yellowjackets SLO Rides (B-2).

Ben's House (SLO). Ride supports one riding group (pace, 12-14 MPH) to various destinations. Be on time because the rides leave at the scheduled time. Led by Ben Patrick (543-2803).

(9:00 AM) - Breakaways Mondays (D-3).Damon Garcia Sports Field. Led by Russ Robinson (781-0903).

(9:00 AM) - Flaming Tortoises (A-2).Dinosaur Caves Park (SB). Generally we expect to ride 15 to 25 miles at no more than 12 miles per hour. Contact Bob Tuman @ (978-621-1417/545-5976).

Tuesday

(8:30 AM) - Baywood Vacillators (B-2/3).Show & Go from Nazarene Church (BP). Group decides on a coffee shop destination in San Luis Obispo or Avila Beach by mutual agreement. Ride normally breaks into a faster and slower group. Contact person: Marina Michel 528-1732.

Tuesday (6:00 PM) - Tuesday Night Rides (B/C/D-2).

Gazebo (AG). Choose between a fast 20+ mph or a slower 16 mph group. Mileage varies according to available daylight. A knowledge of group riding skills or a willingness to learn is required. "We always go to dinner after the ride." Led by John Sasaki (474-1417).

Wednesday (9:00 AM) - Templeton Breakers (C-4).

Templeton Park. Distance: 35-40 miles. Destinations: Templeton, Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Paso Robles and San Miguel for mid-ride coffee stops. Route sheets / maps distributed via email prior to each ride. (See Monday’s ride

for more info.). Led by George DiMundo ([email protected]).

(9:00 AM) - Templeton Scramblers (B-2).Templeton Park. Distance: about 35 miles. Destinations: Santa Margarita, Atascadero and Templeton for the mid-ride coffee stop. Route sheets / maps distributed via email prior to each ride. (See Monday’s ride for more info.) Led by Patti & Bill VanOrden ([email protected]).

(9:00 AM) - Flyers (D-3).These rides are tailored for people wanting faster paced rides with some pace line riding.

3 French Park (SLO). Led by Bill Goodger (782-9197).

10 Laguna Lake Park (SLO). Led by Norm Smith (914-388-7198).

17 French Park (SLO). Led by Doug Seidewitz (410-337-2233).

24 Bob Jones Trail Head. Led by Steve Vines (202-8114).

31 French Park (SLO). Led by Doug Seidewitz (410-337-2233).

(9:00 AM) - Frequent Feeders (B-2).This a a social group which rides at a moderate pace with regular regroups and a very social coffee break midway through the ride.

3 Throop Park (SLO). Ride to Morro Bay. Led by Judie Prock (541-6299).

10 Shamel Park (Cambria). Ride to Ragged Point. Led by Joan Petersen (772-2604).

17 Laguna Lake Park (SLO). Ride to a neat coffee house in AG. Led by Michelle Cota (440-6264).

24 Bob Jones Trail Head. Led by Jay Johnson (627-1511).

31 Laguna Lake Park (SLO). Ride to the French Bakery (MB) to celebrate Halloween and a birthday. Coffee and goodies to be provided. Led by Arlene Winn (781-9466).





















(9:00 AM) - The Trikkers (B-2).French Park (SLO). This is a ride especially for the many club members who are now riding trikes. We specialize in safety and do our socializing when we stop for coffee. COME JOIN THE FUN! We'll ride about 25-30 miles at about 12 MPH on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Led by Dorothy Curhan (542-0334).

3 French Park (SLO). Ride to Avila. Led by Linda Kahn (559-824-8309).17 Fench Park (SLO). Ride to AG Led by Dorothy Curhan (542-0334).

(9:00 AM) - SLO Pokes (A-2).These rides are tailored for riders wanting to average no more than 12 miles per hour.

3 Islay Park (SLO). Ride to Psimo Beach via 227 and Price Canyon with coffee at Zorro's in Shell Beach. Led by Bob Tuman (978-621-1417/545-5976).

10 Dairy Creek Golf Course. Ride to Baywood and back, stopping for coffee at Bay Cafe (about 24 miles). Led by Bob Lindquist (441-7063).

17 Laguna Lake Park (SLO). Ride to Morro Bay via LOVR, Turri, South Bay. Led by Peggy Coon (904-6050).

24 Hardie Park (Cayucos). Ride out to Cambria with coffee at Linn's. Led by Val Barboza (264-5901).

31 Paso Robles Park. Halloween Ride!!! Ride to San Miguel for coffee and Halloween treats, plus option stop at a corn maze. Led by June Kramer (425-239-8692).

Thursday (8:30 AM) - Baywood / Los Osos Ride (B-2).

Show & Go from Nazarene Church (BP). Casual pace to coffee shop in Cayucos with possibility of doing an additional creek based on mutual agreement. Contact person: Jerry Lundstrom 528-1069.

Friday (9:00 AM) - Paso Robles Scramblers (B-2).

Marriot Courtyard Hotel. Distance: about 35 miles. Destinations: Santa Margarita, Atascadero and Templeton for the mid-ride coffee stop. See

Monday’s ride info. Led by Monica Robinson ([email protected]).

(9:00 AM) - Paso Robles Breakers (C-4).

Marriot Courtyard Hotel. Distance: 35-40 miles. Destinations: Templeton, Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Paso Robles and San Miguel for mid-ride coffee stops. See Monday’s ride info.. Led by Bill McBride [email protected]).

(9:00 AM) - Breakaways Fridays (D-3).Bandstand (AG). Led by Larry Bradford (474-8764).

(9:00 AM) - Yellowjackets SLO Rides (B-2).

Ben's House (SLO). Ride supports one riding group (pace, 12-14 MPH) to various destinations. Be on time because the rides leave at the scheduled time. Led by Ben Patrick (543-2803).

(9:00 AM) - Tortoises (A-1).This group is intended for people that just want to get out for a short, easy, slow ride. We will ride about 10 to15 miles and average 10 miles per hour. We will also try to minimize hill climbing. A coffee stop is included.

5 Sinsheimer Park (SLO). The BAT CAVE (on Hwy 101). Led by Stu & Janie Goldenberg (544-4720).12 Templeton Park. Tour of Industrial Templeton. Led by George Birk (595-7124).19 Meadow Park (SLO). Ride out Foothill to Black Horse. As an extra, take advantage of the Bike Coalition free breakfast (7 to 9) prior to the ride at the corner of Morro and Santa Barbara (SLO). This breakfast is being hosted by the SLOBC. Led by Bob Tuman (978-621-1417/545-5976).26 Bandstand (AG). Ride to Grover Beach, and tour the Voler facility. Led by Bob Young (489-4755).

(9:00 AM) - Blazing Saddles (B-2).Destinations throughout the County. Avg. 12-15 mph. Distance: 30 miles. Heavy social emphasis. Always a coffee stop. For ride notification, receive emails via SLOBC ‘Blazing Saddles' group

email or [email protected] Dee McKelvie (610-1234) for more information.

Saturday (8:00 AM) - Slabtown Rollers (C-4).

Sotheby's Realty (Cambria). Variable itinerary, call for details. Led by Tom Parsons (927-5514).

(9:00 AM) - Huasna Valley Ride (C-2).Sixteenth Street Park (GB). Ride to Huasna and back, about 40 miles and 1700 feet of climbing. Led by Long Nguyen (481-1688).

(9:00 AM) - SLO Velo (C-3).The rides are designed for the intermediate rider who is comfortable riding a 15+ mph pace on 40 - 55 mile routes. The starting location on the first Saturday of each month will be variable. More information at web page : http://www.slovelo.com.Contact Ron Starkey for more information ([email protected]).

(10:00 AM) - King City Hillbillies (B-3/4).

Starbucks (King City). Distances 30 to 50 miles. Destinations: Mountains to left of us, mountains to the right of us, or runs down the valley to San Ardo and other cultural attractions. Water and snacks are available at Starbucks. Led by Chuck Krause or Ralph Lee ([email protected]).

September 8th (9:00 AM) - Wandering with Will (B-3).

Ride into the countryside averaging about 12 mph. We will often do favorite rides from our web site. No one lost from view or left behind. Lunch after for those who want to join in. When: First Saturday (Saturday after the club meeting) of each month (Rain Cancels) Contact Will Benedict (544-3504) for more information. Hardie Park (Cayucos). Cayucos Loop Ride (Old Creek, Highway 46, Highway 1). About 34 miles with 2200 feet of climbing.









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2013 Wildflower Jersey Design SelectionBy Will Benedict, Clothing Coordinator

All voting on the alternatives shown for the 2013 Wildflower jersey will occur at the 2012 Lighthouse Volunteer Brunch.If an alternative receives 50% or more of the vote, it will be the selection.If no alternative receives 50% or more of the vote, the two concepts receiving the most votes will be entered in a runoff.





2012 SLOBC Ballot PreviewWhile we do have at least one candidate for each board position, you can toss your hat in the ring for any of them. Descriptions of the duties of these positions can be found in the Volunteer area at our website (http://www.slobc.org/volunteer/support/board.html) or feel free to contact the "incumbents" and talk with them about their job. Please contact Frank Mullin, [email protected], 602-2058, if you're interested.

Position Candidate(s) IncumbentPresident Robert Davis Robert Davis

Vice-President Larry Rutter Tom RobertsTreasurer Chris Broome Chris BroomeSecretary Craig Armstrong Craig Armstrong

Membership Coordinator Mike Balster Robert LindquistRide Coordinator Will Benedict Will BenedictNewsletter Editor Tim Long Tim Long

Advocate Dave Abrecht Dave AbrechtHistorian Martin Howell Martin Howell

Safety Coordinator Ken Price Ken PriceDirector at Large Kathleen McHugh Kathleen McHugh

Ballot item for change in club's logoPurpose:The club's logo consisting of a bicycle wheel, spoon and fork, and our motto in various forms has been part of the club's tradition since 1990.At the club's June meeting, a new logo system was presented and the members informed that they would be able to vote to either adopt the new logo system or to retain the existing logo system. An image of the proposed logo system and the traditional one can be found at http://www.slobc.org/administration/support/logo-topic.htmlYour board did not take a position on this change.

Proposal:Replace the club's traditional logo with the one presented at the club's meeting on June 7, 2012.

Select - I would like to adopt the new logo system - I would like to retain the existing logo system

Ballot Process for 2012Voting this year will be accomplished by going to the Vote tab at the member site www.slobc.net/membership. You can review the ballot now but cannot yet vote. Voting will open November 1. Those who would rather vote using a paper ballot can request one by contacting Frank Mullin in writing prior to November 1, 2012 ([email protected], or 728 Panorama Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). Be sure to provide the name(s) of each member for whom ballots are requested. Paper ballots should only be requested by those who cannot access the online site as this is an added cost to the club in both money and time. You must sign the envelope used to mail in your paper ballots. Those in unsigned envelopes will not be counted.



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Reasons to Change Our LogoBy Will Benedict

At the beginning of 2011, I proposed to the board a process for looking at changing the club’s logo. With the board’s approval, the process started with a call for designs and ideas from all club members. During the following months, the board reviewed over two dozen designs and variations. From these, four were chosen to be presented at the 2011 June potluck. The voting held at the potluck identified two clearly preferred designs that received almost identical votes. The proposed logo system is a synthesis of those two designs and along with the ex-isting logo were presented at the 2012 June potluck. The existing and proposed systems are now being presented to all members through the SLO Coaster. The final step in the process is the upcoming vote that will be part of the annual November club ballot.

Stu Goldenberg’s statement in the last newsletter that he “loves our logo” cannot be argued with. However, I ask you to look at the existing and proposed logo systems presented in this newsletter and consider the following observations in support of the proposed logo.

The acronym “SLOBC” is often used to identify our club both verbally and in writing. The local recognition of SLOBC as referring to our club has been achieved by years of use and the visibility and impact we have had in our com-munities. It is an important reason for making SLOBC part of our

logo. In fact, when I entered “slobc” in a Google search, it was hard to find a link not related to our club on page after page—very impressive.

The use of capital letters versus lower case letters or a mixture depends on many things but just in terms of legibility, the mix of upper and lower case letters seen in virtually all publications is the most readable. This is because we use the shape of the negative spaces as much as the positive shapes of the letters when we read. The use of all caps always has to fight this liability but can be an appropriate choice when the message is short, letter mass has top priority or repetition makes the text a symbol such as a stop sign.

In terms of logos, the choice of upper or lower case letters is more de-pendent on the specific set of letters and the expression the designer is trying to achieve. For example, look at the logos for the “abc” and “CBS” TV networks. The lower case letters for abc all have rounded forms repeating the surrounding circle. The CBS letters in all caps form a block with the CBS eye. In the proposed logo, the round forms pro-duced by using lower case letters repeat the round forms of the bicycle wheels to unify the design.

When creating logos, it is always more effective to use elements that people are familiar with to reduce the need to teach what something means. There is no clearer or more universally understood symbol for cycling than a bicycle. If the goal of our club is to promote safe and

legal bicycle riding for recreation and transportation, it does not seem to me that a fork, spoon and possibly a dish are effective symbols to communicate this goal.

Our motto “Ride to Eat — Eat to Ride” speaks to the fellowship we enjoy and certainly has a place in the logo hierarchy. When the motto is provided in English, the fork and spoon become somewhat redundant. However, the fork and spoon can be effective support motifs as seen in the red and yellow club jerseys and the more recent 40th anniversary jersey. In my judgement, the inclusion of a fork and spoon in the logo over emphasizes eating and confuses the logo’s communication of our club’s focus to the general public who is the key audience for the logo.

Logos are not successful if people do not understand them. For this reason the club name will always be part of the logo unless the name exists elsewhere in the document, website or jersey. However, because the club name is not a required part of the logo its size and location can be adjusted for a specific application.

The proposed logo system would usually be used without the poppy and lighthouse as the club is more than our century rides. However, when specifically promoting our century rides, the system supports tailoring the logo for this function. The poppy and lighthouse can be used together as shown when we are promoting both rides or individu-ally when we are promoting a single ride.

Legibility or graphic strength is an important quality for any logo. It is a function of element size, thickness and detail relative to a logo’s overall dimension. If both logos are printed at the same width, the “slobc” and bicycle can be read at about twice the distance that the text and graphic elements of the existing logo can be read. You can test this yourself using the page with the two logo systems. The greater graphic strength of the proposed logo also means that it would retain its leg-ibility and visual presence in more complex or dramatic environments such as our jersey designs.

The existing logo was designed before the Internet or before we started producing Wildflower and Lighthouse jerseys and has many limita-tions in these environments. For example, the proposed logo gains significant graphic strength and visual interest when translated into color—an important quality in the worlds of digital communication and clothing design.

Please consider voting in November to adopt the proposed logo system.





Another viewpointLetter to the editor, Tony Leap here... I have looked at the choices for changes in the club logo in the club Slo Coaster and while different, I wasn't impressed. So I took a fresh look at our original design and realized that our logo is timeless.It is neither modern nor antique. It is unique. It has a quality that is recognized everywhere in the bicycling world. We've earned that recognition what with the good works that we have done and do. I understand that we were one of if not the first to donate money to worthy bicycle or bicycle related causes such as the money for scholarships via Shandon and Cal Poly. So Sylvia & I, as long term members, support and urge everyone to vote to keep our original design. No changes if you please. Tony & Sylvia Leap





Choosing a route on Google Maps

Club member Dallam Oliver-Lee has just finished an extensive 3 month project update to Google Maps to provide the latest information on bicycle routes/lanes and to help promote bicycling, walking, and mass transit in the San Luis Obispo County. The project was run solely by Dallam with special thanks to SLOBC, San Luis Obispo Bicycle Coalition, County of San Luis Obispo, County of Santa Barbara, SLOCOG, Rideshare.org, Caltrans, and the cities in San Luis Obispo County. Dallam volunteered his free time to update Google Map and he is still doing minor updates as bicycle lanes/paths/routes change or are added. If you have questions/comments about the mapping or would like to suggest additional routes (especially in North San Luis Obispo county), contact Dallam at [email protected]

Dallam and Dan Rivoire currently use Google Maps to help see where the missing links of bike lanes/paths are as they update the maps. If anyone is interested in helping or in learning how to update Google Maps, contact Dallam or visit the Google MapMaker page at http://www.google.com/mapmaker

Check out Dallam’s work on Google Maps at maps.google.com (click on Get Directions, choose the bicycle icon , type in your beginning and end points and click the get directions button).

Note: There isn't yet a way to show routes bikes should avoid or where they are prohibited. Dallam is working with the developers at Google to implement something like solid red for prohibited and dotted red for avoided roads without bike lanes.

Map Key:Roads that are plain white - Routes to be avoided (Some Class 3 routes may fall into this class due to

poor road conditions, traffic, safety, etc.), or where bikes may be prohibited.Dotted Green lines - Preferred bike routes (These may or may not be Class 3 routes. Route may be preferred for various reasons like light car traffic, good road surface, shoulder lane, etc.).Solid Green - Bike lane or parallel segregated bike lane/path is present. (The bike lanes must have a visible "bike lane" sign and/or bike lane pavement markings)Solid Bright Green - Dedicated trail/path for either walking and/or biking depending on restrictions by signs and local agencies. This may be paved or unpaved.

Example of Google Maps for SLO to Pismo





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The Evolution of the Aerodynamic Helmet

By Stu Goldenberg

I have long been an advocate of mirrors on bicycles. It could be attached to the handlebars, to glasses, or helmet. On several occasions my mirror has saved me. There was the time a house was being moved and encroached into the shoulder. I will never know if the driver of the truck pulling

the house realized the potential harm he could have done had I not gotten off the road. Then there was the time the garbage collection people had hung a large trash collection container on the right side of the collection truck. That too, could have been fatal. Knowing what is behind you is important. Some cyclists with drop handlebars and no mirror sneak a peak under their arms, but after a long day of riding and sweating, that could also be fatal. It takes a lot of training and experience to turn and look over your shoulder and still continue along a straight line. All too often, when this maneuver is performed, the cyclist drifts into the adjacent lane, into what he is trying to avoid. The current rage is a large convex mirror connected to one's helmet with a flexible shaft that resembles a segmented worm. Since the mirror is convex, the field of view is greatly enhanced but at a price. Missing from those mirror is the warning that appears on the automobile passenger side mirror, "Objects may be closer than they appear." Riding with a mirror isn't about seeing where you have been, but what you may see passing you in the next few seconds!

Indulgence Ride 2012By Will Benedict, Ride Coordinator

This year's Indulgence Ride will start in Carmel Village and climb through forests and fields before a long descent into Greenfield. The morning climb will often be shaded and the afternoon descent (21 miles) will provide great views across the valley with the sun at our backs. There will be a choice of two routes from Carmel Village: Route 1 is 40 miles with 2500 feet of climbing; Route 2 is 46 miles with 3200 feet of climbing. After the ride we will travel to the 10th Street Basque Cafe in San Miguel for a dinner of tapas, salad, Paella and desert.

See last month’s newsletter for more details. There are only a few places left.

Details:

· Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012

· Riders: Limited to 47 SLOBC members

· Reservations: Email [email protected] & Identify route preference

· Cost: $60 per rider (includes dinner)Make check to SLOBCSend check to Will Benedict, 1715 De Anza Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

SAG/Truck Driver

We need someone who is willing to drive the pickup with the bike trailer and set up the lunch stop. Gas and dinner will be covered. Email me if you are interested.







MEMBERSHIP - OCTOBER 2012Bob Lindquist

CLUB DUES: $15/year single, $22/year family (2 or more)

CONSIDER RENEWING FOR 2 YEARS (only $30/single and $44/family). A REAL BARGAIN …!!

Advantages:1. You will be free from having to write a check or sign a waiver for another two years!2. You will not have to even think about your membership status until December 2014!3. The new Membership Director will only have to process your check and activate your membership once for two whole years.RENEW (1) ONLINE at the SLOBC website (www.slobc.org). Log into the “Members Only” site (password required) to update your information and pay either electronically (PayPal) or send check to: SLOBC c/o Bob Lindquist, 925 Bassi Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405(2) PRINTED FORMS – available at:

•Club meetings •Print form from the SLOBC website: http://www.slobc.org/membership/support/membership-form.html •Or contact me for a printed form: [email protected] (441-7063).

NEW MEMBERS(1) Go to our public website: (www.slobc.org).(2) Select “Membership” from the left hand column(3) Under the “Join or Renew” heading, select “New Member”(4) Fill out the application and follow the instructions to get a waiver form and a Username and Password. (5) Send the signed waiver form and a check (or pay electronically by PayPal) to: SLOBC c/o Bob Lindquist, 925 Bassi Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405Alternatively: print out a membership/waiver form (see PRINTED FORMS above for website address), or pick up one at a club meeting, or contact me for a mailed copy. Sign and submit with a check as above.

President’s Message from page 1

What kind of superman racks up that many miles? You have to be in some kind of great physical shape to perform at that level, don’t you think? Not necessarily, says Mike. “All you have to do is get on your bike and ride. Anybody can do it.” Maybe–but Mike’s not your ordinary physical specimen. “I can’t speak too well and I can’t use my right hand too well. A lot of people wrote me off when I had my stroke six years ago.” In May of 1996 Mike was preparing to serve at the Serengeti West tennis tournament in San Luis Obispo when “all of a sudden my arms didn’t work and I

couldn’t talk. A lot of people wrote me off after that and I didn’t want to be written off at such an early age. I started going to the gym and Rich Allbright said let’s ride the Wildflower. I took my first bicycle ride in December of 1996 on Turri Road. I couldn’t use my right hand to brake so that was kind of scary. I can brake with it now, though. We did 50 miles at the Wildflower the next April, then 100 in September on the Lighthouse.” Mike’s never looked back since then. He lives to ride and rides to live. He’s not your ordinary bike rider; what sets him apart is not so much his physical ability as his attitude, “I don’t think I’m handicapped. I just try to do my best every day, one day at a time.”





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ADVOCATE’S REPORTby Dave Abrecht

SHARING THE ROAD

Debbie and I are on the road this month, traveling in the Pacific Northwest. We spent a few days in the Seattle area and we spotted this sign on the roads of Bainbridge Island.

We've all seen signs that remind us, as motorists and cyclists, to share the road. This sign is unique, innovative and personalized; boldly reminding residents and visitors alike that there are many different users of our roadways and sharing the roadway is an important community value.

I think this message has a strong fit in our San Luis Obispo County towns and communities I would like to see this sign posted along the primary roads into our local towns.

I have asked two members of the San Luis Obispo City Bicycle Advisory Committee to bring this signage idea to their committee and city staff. I plan to present the sign to the Los Osos Community Advisory Council and the

County. I am happy to help SLOBC members who reside in Arroyo Grande,

Morro Bay, Cambria, etc. make a pitch for this sign to the

appropriate community council.

THREE FOOT PASSING LAW UPDATE

The three foot passing law has cleared all legislative hurdles

and will be sent to Governor Brown for his signature. The Governor

is expected to sign the bill. As soon as this bill becomes law I will let you know and discuss what this law means for cyclists.

Bike Breakfast Redux

The San Luis Obispo Bike Club will once again host a breakfast for bike commuters during Ride Share this month. We will be setting up a table on Morro St. where it meets Santa Barbara St. (this is our 'Bike Blvd.' next to the Del Monte Cafe and across from the train station

long-term parking lot) with breakfast goodies on Friday, October 19, from 7-9 am. If you would like to help out by providing some breakfast yummies (fruit, coffee cake, muffins, etc.) and/

or come down between 7 and 9 to greet and serve hungry bike riders, please contact Kathleen McHugh at 805-528-6686 or [email protected]. Last year, we fed more bike commuters than any other bike breakfast site! I think we can do it again! Join me and Kathy Cohon, Pam Zirion, Arlene Winn, Joan Petersen, Cil Boughlon, and Janie and Stu Goldenberg on Friday, October 19, from 7-9 am. (Did I repeat myself enough?).





San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club, Inc. P.O. Box 1585 San Luis Obispo, CA 93406

CALENDAR:BOARD MEETINGOctober 2nd, 5:00 P.M.

GENERAL MEETINGOctober 4th, 7:15 P.M.

INDULGENCE RIDEOctober 13th

Will Benedict will be presenting a program on his

participation in a six day tour called "Arizona

Road Adventure" put on by the Adventure

Cycling Association. The tour took place in an

area southeast of Tucson, Arizona including the

towns of Patagonia, Tombstone and Bisbee.

October 2012 SloCoaster

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