http://goo.gl/0LVzj
**The Weather Report
**Bike Pron
**Club the Week
**Free-Range Rides
**Stupid Bike Joke
**Product Review
**Recipe/Food
**The Weather Report from the KXAN Weather Team--Hooah!
http://www.kxan.com/dpp/
"More cold nights and cool afternoons are expected over the next couple of days
before a late week warming trend gets under way. We won't see afternoon highs
return to average until Friday. Highs will get back into the mid-60s Wednesday,
the upper 60s on Thursday, and the low 70s by Friday. Throughout that warm up
we are expecting partly to mainly sunny skies. Looking ahead to F1 weekend,
models are now trending away from weekend rainfall. At this point, we are
looking at highs and lows right around average, with partly cloudy skies all
the way through race day."
Yeah, I've had models trend away from me. Chain-smokers, here one day using up
all your lighters. Then, it's all, "Hey, I'm just stepping out to Fresh Plus to
pick up some more smokes." Next time you see 'em, they're wearing YOUR flannel
in a 'non-ironic' interview with Carson Daly back in LA!! Do you get a
shout-out for the flannel? Nope. Do they light Carson on fire with your
lighter? Nuh-uh. And do you really think you'll get that flannel back? No, man.
No you won't get that flannel back. She's trending away with it, until the next
weekend's rainfall....Welcome to Austin, bro....Welcome to Austin.
[end scene]
**Bike Pron, to get you in the mood.
Firefly Titanium Road, http://fireflybicycles.com/
December 2012 issue of Bicycling Magazine but you should really check out their
http://fireflybicycles.tumblr.
seatpost? bottle cages?! sick. It's like Steve Lisberger's car broke down and
this is the bike he used to get to work. the wheel builder chose black hubs
when Chris King offers a dozen colors. subdued. interesting....
**Club the Week, Weekly Club Rides
1) Wednesday. [maybe but trending downward] a few of us will be at Mellow
Johnny’s this afternoon at 3-ish for a 3:30pm pleasant spin around town.
Thirty-ish miles. Talking pace. Would like for this to become a regular event
over Winter….Reply or just show up! I say 'maybe' because I don't know yet
whether I'm going or if anyone else is going...in case it's not obvious....
2) Thursday.
Perhaps word from Brian Hare on a Walnut Creek CX ride? hey, fun fact: '.cx' is
the country code for Christmas Island. jazz hands http://goo.gl/wUifh
3) Friday, 2:30pm to 5pm.
The Friday Truancy Ride at MJ's leaves the shop at 2:30pm for a 30mi spin
around the city. Is always fun, fun, fun! We had three bona-fide hockey players
on the ride last week. And we had a guy who came all the way from England just
to do the Friday Truancy, wha?! Had a fun talk about Bradley Wiggins,
sideburns, and beer. I hope to be there this week and I beg that EVERYONE show
up! Probably will have nice crowds since the racing season's over and the
temperature Friday will be pleasant. No, really.
4) Friday, 4pm to 6:00pm. NEW TIME DUE TO DAYLIGHT SAVINGS!!
And after (or during) the Truancy, roll on up for the Friday Shoal Creek Social
whup-whup, leaving the steps on the west side of Gregory Gym at 4:10pm sharp
for an approx 20-25mi ride up, down and around Shoal Creek and Great Northern.
Fun, relaxed pace that’s great for anyone getting into cycling. Hopefully
we'll see some of the veterans this week to teach the new blood a thing er
two....Come with at least one water bottle, helmet, and a smile. NO earphones,
please.
5) Saturday 8:30am to 12noon. Middle Of The Road Ride (MOTRR)
MOTR this week goes in the opposite direction than the F1 track--Bee Caves,
Texas. Home of the cave with bees in it...and a partially shoulder-less road?
We'll see. Weather should be glorious. Here're pics of last Saturday's MOTR
cruise to Elroy and action shots of the pace line back into town,
http://goo.gl/4hzmU. Please come out to help with lead or sag. We need to
discuss ride responsibilities BEFORE the ride (but after the espresso, and
that's hard). I hope to finish a little speech so I don't sound so
absent-minded when I bark out the pre-ride details....no really, I'm trying to
finish it!
Back at the shoppe, please be sure to stop by to say 'Thank you' to the
ever-amicable and suuper-supportive MJ's sales and mechanic staff! They help
set up and break down the new ride registration table with the swag (stuff we
all get such as gels, electrolytes, samples), the water jug, and the sign-in
sheets, as well as making weekly updates to the MJ's website. And they will
often do a quick mechanical, like lube your chain or adjust cables, while you
wait! MJ's does so much for us, so we should be appreciative every chance we
get.
6) Sat 9am to 12noon -- 787Cycling Team Weekend Ride.
Led by 787Racing - Saturday and Sunday mornings. These rides are designed just
for that…training for racing. These advanced weekly rides vary in routes and
distances; and you can bet the pace is fast averaging 22-24 mph with speeds up
to 25-26 mph. These are not “no drop" rides. So, having the condition,
strength and speed to keep up with the pack is a must! Riders are expected to
handle their own mechanicals, and have experience in group riding skills such
as rotating pace lines/echelons, etc. ***NEW START TIME***Wheels down at
9:00am. Route: routes and distance will vary. General group ride expectation:
road bike, clipless pedals, helmet, bike in good working condition, water and
nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones. We encourage you to ride
your bike down. However, if you are driving, please park in the street. For
pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride
time. Questions or information contact Stephanie or Julie at
ride@mellowjohnnys.com
7) Saturday 9am to 12noon. Scout-a-Route Ride.
Scout-a-Route: Rollingwood and Vine. From the Mellow Johnny’s website,
“Today's 15-20 mile ride is a more challenging route than usual with the
hills of Rollingwood and Westlake and a short section of Loop 360 with its wide
shoulders but faster traffic. The mileage is low but requires some experience.
These rides are co-hosted by Mellow Johnny’s and the Austin Cycling
Association. This no-drop, co-ed group ride is perfect for the cyclist new to
riding or bike commuting, returning to the bike or just looking for a more
casual ride. The routes are designed to help riders navigate the city bike
routes and other safe bike commuting options. Thank you for making this a
popular Saturday morning ride. In response, we are now hosting two groups for
this ride. The first group is designed for those who can average 14-16mph for
20-30 miles with one or two regrouping points. This group follows the same
route but is provided with an extended mileage option. The second group is our
traditional Scout-a-route. We average 12mph for distances between 15-25 miles
with regrouping points. Both are intended to explore, so leave your heart rate
monitor at home, bring some spare dollars for the occasional refreshment stop
and enjoy the view. General group ride expectation: helmet, bike in good
working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no
headphones/radios. We encourage you to ride your bike to the shop. If driving,
please park in the street. For a pre-ride coffee, meet a half hour before ride
time at Juan Pelota’s Café. For more information contact Stephanie at
ride@mellowjohnnys.com
8) Sunday 8am to 11am.
AFWC Ladies’ Ride. From the Mellow Johnny’s website, “Led by the Austin
Flyers Women’s Cycling Club. Join the women of the Austin Flyers every Sunday
for an intermediate, ladies-only ride. This friendly, 2.5-3 hour ride averages
15-16 mph, with routes varying each week. It is a great opportunity for women
looking to continue their fitness, learn new routes and meet new riding
partners. Beginner women are encouraged to check out the Saturday Scout-a-Route
or the Mellow Johnny's Ladies' Ride ride for shorter, more casual routes.
General group ride expectation: comfort riding in a group, road bike, helmet,
bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and
no headphones. We encourage you to ride your bike down to the ride. If you do
drive, please park in the street. Questions or information contact Stephanie or
Julie at ride@mellowjohnnys.com
9) Sunday 8:30am to 12noon.
-YOU NOW HAVE A SUNDAY UT CLUB RIDE, wooo! Here's details of the new "Sunday
Mellow Ride meets MOTR", http://goo.gl/aMP3z. We had our very sixth ride this
past Sunday down to Buda, Texas with about a dozen new riders,
nice! To start, I stopped by Gregory Gym to see off the UT Team as they were
heading to il Torrente di Calce (Lime Creek). Had a Kristian House and a Condor
sighting at the bike shop. We then punched out about 40mi, half into a headwind
and then back on the wings of egrets. Here's pics of it all,
http://goo.gl/jLhRV. Even got a 'high five' from Michael at the end, sweet!
And, again, we picked up more riders along the way, woo!
Our new Sunday ride is pretty much the same pace as the Saturday MOTR but we'll
try new routes and distances. Ultimately, the goal is to have the same people
that ride the Saturday MOTR also ride the Sunday MOTR. Be sure to 'Like' the
new FaceBook page, http://www.facebook.com/
stay in touch.
10) Sunday morning, some time and some place.
Das Tanner of the UT Team explains there'll be Sunday UT team tempo rides.
Watch for emails he sells with details. Yo.
11) Sunday 9am to 12noon.
787Cycling Team Weekend Ride. From the MJ's webpage, "These rides are designed
just for that…training for racing. These advanced weekly rides vary in routes
and distances; and you can bet the pace is fast averaging 22-24 mph with speeds
up to 25-26 mph. These are not “no drop" rides. So, having the condition,
strength and speed to keep up with the pack is a must! Riders are expected to
handle their own mechanicals, and have experience in group riding skills such
as rotating pace lines/echelons, etc."
12) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday of next week, road rides anyone?
13) Various rides posted by you, the reader, throughout the week. Right?
Please!
**Free-Range Rides and Events (many ganked from the Austin Chronicle calendar,
http://www.austinchronicle.
1) Wed (tonite!) -- Triangle Farmer's Market from 3pm to 7pm (new hours!),
homepage: http://goo.gl/EHlXq. FB page: http://goo.gl/bCewC. good food makes
for good bikers.
2) Wed (tonite!) -- Mellow Johnny's Weekly Maintenance Classes – Flat
changing from 6pm to 7pm, http://goo.gl/rR6lX. “Spend an hour in Mellow
Johnny's service department learning the fundamentals of caring for your bike.
Tonight's class focuses on flat changing and basic cleaning. RSVP to
charlie@mellowjohnnys.com"
3) Nov. 12-18: Mon.-Wed., 7pm; Thu.-Fri., 7 & 10pm; Sat., 4, 7, & 10pm; Sun.,
1, 4, & 7pm. $18. The Acro Cats Ambush Austin!
These cats have been more than herded. That's right, ladies and gentlemen,
these circus cats ride skateboards, jump through hoops, and play in a rock
band. BLUE THEATRE, 916 Springdale, 512/927-1118
www.circuscats.com. Because it appears we have an out-sized interest in cats
doing stupid human tricks. But they're so cute! And they were rebate kitties!
Hat tip to Jordan for this one. And for you, cat derp,
http://kitten.cat/wp-content/
4) Fri - Sun -- F1 racing http://www.formulafest.com/
"The international racing event is gearing up to out-cluster**** even South by
Southwest with 300,000 alleged visitors to our town. So, you can either
complain about the traffic or jump on the bandwagon and get in the spirit of
the race. This bandwagon ain't cheap though with weekend passes ranging from
$340 to $4,700. Fri.-Sun., Nov. 16-18. 512-473-2625. yeah, $4700....
5) Saturday all day -- FrankenBike
Need some bike parts to finish off that two-wheeler of your dreams? This swap
has the parts and the know-how if you have the bargaining skills. 10am-4pm.
Free. LONGHORN BIKES, 2308 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/542-9505 www.frankenbike.net
6) Tuesday Nov 20 -- Ladies Gaelic Football Practice
Cross training? Be a part of Austin's first Gaelic football team for women.
Weekly boot camps and skills practice for ladies who'd like to learn about the
sport of Gaelic Football which features elements of soccer, rugby, and
basketball. No experience needed. Tuesdays, 7pm. Free. ZILKER PARK, near the
volleyball courts ladiesgaafootballatx@gmail.com
7) Sat, Nov 17 -- CyclingSwami.com presents South Ride to Creedmore(sp),
http://www.meetup.com/Austin-
35 Mile group ride for Beginner and Intermediate levels. Pace 14-16 AVG. One
store stop (Valero at 17 mile ) along the way. Brought to you by
Cyclingswami.com and Performance Bike shop. Please note : Helmets are required,
ROAD BIKES RECOMMENDED. Please have supplies to change flats, TUBES for your
bike and a frame pump or CO2 cartridges, two full water bottles, and your bike
in great working order. WHEELS ROLL AT 8:05AM. PLEASE get there in time to get
ready. Route Map LINK : http://www.mapmyride.com/
8) Tues, Nov 27 -- Trailer Food Tuesdays at The Long Center,
http://www.facebook.com/
9) Bikes For Kids volunteer dates now available! Build bikes that're given to
kids all around Austin. Here are the dates:
Friday, Nov 23
Saturday, Nov 24
Friday, Nov 30
Saturday, Dec 1
Friday, Dec 7
Saturday, Dec 8
MJ's will provide some pizzas...and hopefully beer for those 21+. Please email
Andrew Abrenica, abrenicaandrew@yahoo.com, for details and to get your name on
the list.
10) anyone use www.meetup.com to find bike rides or to post rides? I'm thinking
of adding our MOTR to the list....but, then again, I've been thinking alotta
things....
Anything else?
**Stupid Bike Joke
What's a seagull's favorite groupset? SEAGULTEGRA. padded hat tip to James
Aydemir.
**Product Review
The Henty Wingman, http://henty.cc/about
"This product was designed by a couple of guys who cycle to work regularly, fly
often and exercise daily. Frustrated with the lack of products available for
transporting business wear, they conceived the Wingman – a multi purpose bag
that enables easy and versatile all weather commuting and travel for active
business men and women. If you walk, cycle or fly to work or exercise before,
during or after work, the Wingman is your new best friend.
The Wingman (patent pending) was designed to transport business suits, dresses,
shirts, ipads and accessories with the convenience of a satchel on your back.
The suit bag has semi-rigid vertical ribs which restricts the diameter when
rolled, minimising garment creases. This is what differentiates the Wingman
from its poorer cousins – traditional fold in half suit bags. It also comes
with a gym / utility bag and can be used with the suit bag or separately."
Intriguing....
**Recipe/Food.
The breakfast tacos at Wheatsville Food Coop warm bar, mmm. (1) veggie (potato,
black bean, and vegan sausage), (2) potato, egg, and cheese, and (3) potato,
real bacon and cheese. each for only $1.89, nice! I usually get a veggie and an
egg to go along with my oatmeal, yum!
So, there you go for another week. What am I missing?....
Ohh, and one last thing: my apologies to John. Dude, how was I supposed to know
you got matching hotpants for your Ma for Christmas?! Sorry, cat's out
now....Still, she says you should call her more often. She likes the FaceTime
so you can work on your dance moves together.
And one more time, please 'Like' our new Middle Of The Road (MOTR) Rides page,
http://www.facebook.com/
:)
Alberto Contapaulie
