**The Weather Report
**Bike Pron
**Club the Week
**Free-Range Rides
**Websighting
**Product Review
**Recipe/Food
**The Weather Report from the Statesman weather blog, http://goo.gl/hwfjy :
Central Texas will see another sunny and mild day with a high of 81, the
National Weather Service said. The low tonight is slated to be near 52, the
service said. We’re in for similar temperatures in the coming days, the
service said. A chance for rain enters the forecast starting Saturday night
into Sunday...said...the...what? That's right, said the Service! Ohh Claudia
must have the easiest job, ever.
So I popped over to KXAN for their read on the skies,
http://www.kxan.com/dpp/
"...Wednesday is expected to be much the same, with early morning temperatures
in the 40s to near-50 degrees and afternoon highs around 80. Even warmer
weather will follow the rest of the week, until a Sunday cold front drops
temperatures to below normal levels by Monday. The front may also bring some
weekend showers and thunderstorms, mainly on Sunday. We’re already taking a
look ahead to the outlook for the Formula One race weekend in Austin. While
it’s too early to be specific, the Climate Prediction Center is forecasting
warmer and drier-than-normal weather during the period of Nov. 16 through Nov.
20. That could mean unusually nice weather for the many race fans who will be
visiting Austin from all over the world."
Now THAT's a weather report from a Weather Team--Hooah! I'm curious though.
From Austin's perspective, what is 'unusually nice weather'? Could there be a
chance of pleasant weather overload? Must we prepare, perhaps with picnics,
pillows, and cuddly kittens? I'm just saying, if you wake up under a park tree
sometime this week well, of course, check your pockets. but it may well be a
good thing. Lo, enjoy this week’s weather because it looks rough next Monday;
low 40F to low 60F, ugh.
**Bike Pron, to get you in the mood.
The Moots Vamoots RSL, http://moots.com/our-bike/
Now, sit back and let the video whisper its sweet nothings in your ear,
http://youtu.be/-YnpwJsjn90. And when you're ready to touch it, do it at Mellow
Johnny's where there's one on display. No, literally, there's a Moots display
with an RSL hanging on it. Crazy. And if for no other reason than just because,
here's a water jet cutting sweet corn on the cob, http://goo.gl/jU7tZ.
**Club the Week, Weekly Club Rides
1) Wednesday. 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!
2) Thursday. Nope, nothing here that I know about. Grumpy Cat is not impressed,
http://goo.gl/yAxYj. Ideas are welcome!
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! 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
whoo-de-doo, 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.
MOTR this week goes to Elroy, Texas. Home of the new F1 track. Weather should
be so glorious enough that we may have an Abrenica sighting….
Here're pics of last Saturday's MOTR cruise to Creedmoor, action shots of the
most interesting man [at the stoplight] Mitchell Sides, a few of the Mellow
Johnny’s Swap Meet, and one of the new Moots headbadge, http://goo.gl/eUWOQ.
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 (I've started it!) so I don't sound so
absent-minded when I bark out the pre-ride details....
Back at the shoppe, please be sure to stop by to say 'Thank you' to the
ever-amicable and suuper-supportive MJ's 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. MJ's does so much for us, so we
should be appreciative every chance we get.
6) Saturday 9am to 12noon.
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
7) 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
8) 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 fifth ride this
past Sunday along Spicewood Springs and Loop 360 with about a dozen new riders,
nice! http://goo.gl/qHTw6. What a blast! I think we actually had more riders
when we finished than when we started, sweet! The weather was beautiful once it
warmed up, the gang was in good spirits, and the hammering was in full effect,
primarily by Kris from Voodoo who was working some things out, Larry from
Arizona who swears by practicing hill intervals (ouchie!), hammer-meister Dave
with the Audi jersey, and Michael with the helmet mirror from parts unknown.
What was especially nice was that everyone was agreeable and we all waited for
each other. There were bountiful smiles all around. The more the merrier! 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/
in touch.
9) 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.
10) 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."
11) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday of next week, road rides anyone? Saw Paul Abel
has some morning rides….
12) Various rides posted by you, the reader, throughout the week. Right?
Please!
**Free-Range Rides and Events
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 – Drivetrains
6pm to 7pm, http://goo.gl/AM9MK. “Spend an hour in Mellow Johnny's service
department learning the fundamentals of caring for your bike. Tonight's class
focuses on cleaning and basic drivetrain maintenance. RSVP to
hunter@mellowjohnnys.com ".
3) Wed (tonite!) -- Primus in 3D, http://goo.gl/qLnNi. because it’s Primus
and we should all gravitate toward genius.
4) Ladies Gaelic Football Practice, possible off-season 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
5) Sat. Nov 10 -- Tour Das Hugel 2012 -- Everyone must attempt this once in
their lives, http://www.facebook.com/
6) Sat, Nov 10 -- The Wurst Ride, www.wurstride.com. Comal River area of
Central Texas. Start/End at Comal County Fairground. New route this year.
7) Tues, Nov 27 -- Trailer Food Tuesdays at The Long Center,
http://www.facebook.com/
8) Bikes For Kids volunteer dates now available! Build bikes that're given to
kids all around Austin. Here are the dates:
Friday 6p-9p
Satuday??? Open
Friday, Nov 9
Saturday, Nov 10
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. (Yahoo, Andrew? Their definition of a ‘packet
switch’ involves a stagecoach! ;) )
9) anyone use www.meetup.com to find bike rides or to post rides? I'm thinking
of adding our MOTR to the list....
Anything else?
**Websighting
http://www.tinyfixbikegang.com
"Tiny Fix started as a group of three female cyclists under five foot two,
although we are quickly expanding our ranks. We like pretending we’re a
miniaturized super hardcore bike gang and helping fun stuff happen." somebody
related to this site was recently pictured in Momentum Magazine,
http://momentummag.com
**Product Review
DeFeet Handskins Glove, http://amzn.com/B0010L71U0
picked these up from MJ's a couple weeks ago and have fell in love with the
glove! great as a glove liner, worn under a heavier pair of gloves. and great
for wearing in temps that hover around that magical 60F; i wear mine as low as
57F before the cold starts cutting through the very soft cotton fabric. would
not think of wearing these in the rain, since they'd soak up every drop and
become cold quickly. perfect price and ubber comfort for Holiday stocking
stuffers and for that special someone in your life, you know, you mother! she
says you don't call her enough and she'd love a pair of these gloves in pink to
match her hot pants.
**Recipe/Food.
The Red Curry Tofu at Wheatsville Food Coop deli counter, mmm. I put a pinch
between my teeth and gums and it seems to last all day long. No wait, I just
eat this stuff because it’s pretty tasty.
So, there you go for another week. What am I missing?....
And one more time, please 'Like' our new Middle Of The Road (MOTR) Rides page,
http://www.facebook.com/
:)
BikePaulie
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