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Taking a Break.....
After 4 years of sustained mayhem, the Sunday Ride has officially gone off-line.
Thanks to everyone who participated and created memories that will last a lifetime. I'm going to leave the page up for a couple of more weeks. If you want to swipe any pictures from old posts, please do so.
Sunday afternoons' well-done pizza and Dos Perros will never taste the same...
Here is a new laid back ride meetup : Nashville Slow Ride.
Sayonara for now,
JVC
Thanks to everyone who participated and created memories that will last a lifetime. I'm going to leave the page up for a couple of more weeks. If you want to swipe any pictures from old posts, please do so.
Sunday afternoons' well-done pizza and Dos Perros will never taste the same...
Here is a new laid back ride meetup : Nashville Slow Ride.
Sayonara for now,
JVC
The Definitive Beginners Ride - March 22
Time: 1:00 P.M.
Where: Beyond the Edge
Route: Eastside Tour de Nash
Distance: @ 14 miles
Pace: Cruisin'
Terrain: Avoiding as many hills as possible.
Think fat tires and baggy cotton attire....
Where: Beyond the Edge
Route: Eastside Tour de Nash
Distance: @ 14 miles
Pace: Cruisin'
Terrain: Avoiding as many hills as possible.
Think fat tires and baggy cotton attire....
Dam Ride - Sunday, March 8
The forecast is looking good!!!!!When: Sunday, March 8.
Ride begins at 1:00 P.M. sharp.
Don't forget to spring forward 1 hour!
Route: Primarily follow greenways to Percy Priest Dam and return.
Distance: Approximately 26 miles total.
Pace: Greenway appropriate (10-15mph), very beginner friendly*.
Terrain: Mainly flat but a couple of "minor" hills.
Please bring an ample supply of water. None is available along the route.
*No one will be dropped as we will regroup frequently.
Rain or threatening weather cancels :(
The 2nd annual Nashville Scavenger Hunt is getting ready to launch in spectacular fashion for 2009. The event will take place April 26, 2009.
Beyond the Edge is providing the venue again this year.The scavenger hunt will operate the same as last year.
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If you are interested in sponsorship or volunteering, shoot me an email jcrowjr@yahoo.com
Wintertime Blues
It is hard to convince fellow slacker urban cyclists to get out in the cold and damp. Mountain biking excursions have proven to be a great way to go slower and not be exposed to the elements for long periods of time.
Check back regularly. Should a warm(er) Sunday appear in the forecast, the ride will be ON !!!
Steamroller Build Continued....
Add a headset and fork...
Attach spacers and stem. Forget the hacksaw! Give me comfort.
Bullhorn bar, brake lever, cable, and caliper.
The inspection and test ride. Success.
A special thanks to Eastside Dan and Big Ring Ron for their inspiration and assistance.
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Mafiaoza's or BUST !!!!!!!!
Tour de J. Percy Priest Dam - October 26
Forecast: Mild temps and sunny.
Where: Meet on the patio of Beyond the Edge (112 S 11th St. 37206).
Time: Ride starts at 1:00 P.M.
Route: Greenways to J. Percy Priest Dam and return.
Distance: 28 miles total.
Pace: Greenway appropriate, please.
Terrain: All paved/hard surfaced, mostly flat, a few minor hills and 1 major hill.
Rain Cancels.
Where: Meet on the patio of Beyond the Edge (112 S 11th St. 37206).
Time: Ride starts at 1:00 P.M.
Route: Greenways to J. Percy Priest Dam and return.
Distance: 28 miles total.
Pace: Greenway appropriate, please.
Terrain: All paved/hard surfaced, mostly flat, a few minor hills and 1 major hill.
Rain Cancels.
Mountain Biking - October 12
Cruise the Eastside Ride - October 5
Time: Starts at noon (12:00 P.M.)
Where: Beyond the Edge (112 South 11th St.) Click here for directions.
Route: Slightly modified Eastside Tour de Nash route. A few minor hills.
Distance: @ 14 miles
Pace: Perfect for beginners, slackers and anyone who just wants to enjoy the early fall vistas and being outdoors . Let gravity and inertia do the work when possible.
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Duration: @ 1.5 hours and return to BTE in time to watch the 2nd half of the Titans game, if you so desire.
Kerry or Tom Collins Ride - Sept. 28
Since last week's "Where Was VY? Tribute Ride" was blown out, this Sunday's ride will somewhat mimic the one planned for last week.
When: Sunday, September 28, High Noon.
Where: Meet at the fighter jet in Centennial Park.
Route: Westside Tour de Nash route minus PW Park.
Pace: Moderate, plan to stay in a loose group.
Terrain: Gently Rolling.
Distance: @ 20 miles.
Difficulty Level: Tom Collins , easy mix of flats/gentle hills.
Planned Stops: Granny White Market and Mafiaoza's in time to see the 2nd half of the Titans' game.
When: Sunday, September 28, High Noon.
Where: Meet at the fighter jet in Centennial Park.
Route: Westside Tour de Nash route minus PW Park.
Pace: Moderate, plan to stay in a loose group.
Terrain: Gently Rolling.
Distance: @ 20 miles.
Difficulty Level: Tom Collins , easy mix of flats/gentle hills.
Planned Stops: Granny White Market and Mafiaoza's in time to see the 2nd half of the Titans' game.
Where was VY? Tribute Ride - Sunday, Sept. 14
It was reported that Vince had gone missing earlier this week. After half the MNPD and SWAT team were dispatched to find his whereabouts, it turned out he and a buddy had gone to Nuttin but Wings for a couple of dozen hot ones (and a few cold ones!) and to watch Monday Night Football.
In tribute to the drama caused by this wing related incident, here are the parameters for this Sunday's Ride, Sept. 14.
1. The ride will begin at high noon (12:00) beneath the wings of the fighter jet in Centennial Park. Check this out if you have The Time.
2. Route: Sylvan Park, Richland, BMeade, Tyne, Radnor?, Granny White, blah, blah...eventually winding up at Mafiaoza's . Give or take, 20 miles. Rolling hills. Moderate pace. Plan to stay grouped.
3. The ride will officially terminate at Mafiaoza's, but stick around for hot wings*, pizza, 2-4-1s and the 2nd half of the Titan's game.
*Yes, Mafiaoza's has wings and they have TVs at the outdoor bar. Nuttin but Wings is closed on Sundays. If you can think of any other place with 2-4-1, hot wings, TVs and smoke-less, please let me know and we may modify the terminus.
The Sunday Ride - September 7, 2008
A few photos from the Greek Festival........
The temp and humidity are supposed to be mild this Sunday and perfect for an afternoon ride to the 21st Annual Greek Festival. Here are links to the food/drink menu and dancing schedule. Admission is $2 bucks.
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Start Time: 1:00 P.M. sharp !
Where: Beyond the Edge (click here for directions). If you prefer to meet at Centennial Park and avoid Titans' traffic, you may join the ride as it rolls past the west end of the Parthenon @ 1:45.
Route: A modified Tour de Nash west side.
Distance: @ 25 miles total.
Pace: Easy. Plan to ride as a group.
Terrain: Gently rolling.
Estimated saddle time: @ 2.5 hours
Feel free to email me any dumb questions. jcrowjr@yahoo.com
Alley Cat Race - Team Forming
There is a very loosely organized team forming for Saturday night's Alley Cat Race (Aug. 30). The race starts at 8:00 P.M. @ Centennial Park. The team is going to have a pre-race gathering at U.S. Border Cantina (29th Ave. N) at 6:00 P.M.
To participate in the race team, I recommend that you have the following functional items: bicycle, front and rear lights, helmet, and clothing (optional).
This is for fun. Please do not take race team concept too seriously :)
If you can't make the race, feel free to stop by U.S. Border Cantina for drinks, dinner, autographs, team photos, etc.
Race information is available at http://fixedgearnashville.blogspot.com/
Email me if you have any questions.
To participate in the race team, I recommend that you have the following functional items: bicycle, front and rear lights, helmet, and clothing (optional).
This is for fun. Please do not take race team concept too seriously :)
If you can't make the race, feel free to stop by U.S. Border Cantina for drinks, dinner, autographs, team photos, etc.
Race information is available at http://fixedgearnashville.blogspot.com/
Email me if you have any questions.
September 8th, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
The Jim Benson Memorial Bicycle Ride
10 – 12 mile loop starting at Siegel High School, Murfreesboro, TN
All riders of any experience level are encouraged to attend. The ride speed will be slow, single file, and silent.
Please use the back parking lot at Siegel, which is closest to Thompson Lane. All riders must wear a helmet.
For more information, contact Steve Clevenger at http://mc554.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=sdclevenger@gmail.com
Siegel High School
10 – 12 mile loop starting at Siegel High School, Murfreesboro, TN
All riders of any experience level are encouraged to attend. The ride speed will be slow, single file, and silent.
Please use the back parking lot at Siegel, which is closest to Thompson Lane. All riders must wear a helmet.
For more information, contact Steve Clevenger at http://mc554.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=sdclevenger@gmail.com
Siegel High School
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