December 2004 Update
December Meeting Program
Monday, December 6 at 7 PM.
Holiday Season Pot Luck!
BRING A CAN OF FOOD
FOR THE
COMMUNITY FOOD BANK!
Join us in the spirit
of the Holiday Season!
Club Awards to deserving members!
Everybody is welcome!
See article for details.
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Upcoming Rides At a Glance (See
related articles in this issue for details.)
Ride Date Ride Name Organizers Leaders
12/5 (Sun) Silverbell Century GABA-Tucson Dick Schaffer
12/6 (Mon) Holiday Pot Luck GABA-Tucson Pam Cullop
12/11 (Sat) Toys for Tots Ride GABA-Tucson Pam Cullop
1/9/05 (Sun) Casa Grande Century Phx Metro Bike Club Jane Larson
1/25/05 Senior Olympics Parks & Rec-Tsn
2/6/05 (Sun) Picacho Peak Century GABA-Tucson Suzanne Couvrette
DECEMBER 2004
Dec. ? (Sun) TUMACACORI FESTIVAL RIDE. GABA-Tucson. 30-40 mi to breakfast at
Zula's in Nogales. Return to Mission to enjoy food, craft & entertainment. South
on I-19 to Tubac exit, then south on EAST frontage road to Mission.
www.bikegaba.org
Dec. 5 (Sun): SILVERBELL CENTURY.
GABA-Tucson. 65 &100 mi. Ride takes you to Rancho Vistoso, down Tangerine,
across Avra Valley and up to the ghost town of Silverbell. Return via a
different way ending on the Rillito Bike Path back to the start.
www.bikegaba.org Leader: Dick Schaffer, 326-4807.
Dec. 6 (Mon) HOLIDAY SEASON POT LUCK. GABA-Tucson. At regular monthly meeting
place. Bring a dish to share with others in the spirit of the season! Everybody
is welcome! Short program with awards and recognition to deserving members!
Dec. 11 (Sat): TOYS FOR TOTS BIKE RIDE. GABA-Tucson. Bring one or more unwrapped
toys to carry on your bike as we pedal downtown to deliver the toys to the
Tucson City Zoo at Reid Park. Organizer: Pam Cullop, 290-4321 or pjcullop@comcast.net
Dec. 31 (Fri): FIESTA BOWL PARADE, Phx. - Bike Patrol for Public Security.
Richard Moeur, rcmoeur@aol.com
JANUARY 2005
Jan. 1 (Sat):
Jan. 9 (Sun): CASA GRANDE CENTURY. GABA-Phoenix. Options; 62, 85 & 108 miles.
Ride starts in Chandler and goes to the town of Casa Grande for lunch in the
park. Jane Larson, JLreports@aol.com or 480-947-8093.
Jan. 25 ( Sun): SENIOR OLYMPICS. Tucson Parks & Rec. At Heritage Highlands, near
Tangerine & Dove Mountain. Participants ranging in age from 50 and above.
Cycling events include a 1-mile time trial, 5K-time trial, 10K-road race, and
20K-road race. Volunteers needed! For info, Jesus Grijalva at 791-4870 or
www.tucsonseniorgames.org
FEBRUARY 2005
Feb. 6 (Sun): PICACHO CENTURY. GABA-Tucson. 100, 65, 35 & 15 miles. Flat course
north of Tucson with meandering in Avra Valley. Turn-around point at Picacho
Peak. Ride Organizer: Suzanne Couvrette, (520) 891-4661 or
sgcouvrette@aol.com
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Upcoming Meeting Programs
Monday, December 1st at 7 PM
Holiday Season Pot Luck!
BRING A CAN OF FOOD FOR THE COMMUNITY FOOD BANK!
Everybody is welcome!
Proposed Programs for 2005
(Expect some changes;
check monthly articles for details.)
February: Cycling the World: Korea, Japan, and Tucson. Cycling Adventures
and Important Tucson Bike Policy. Matt Zoll.
March: Cycling the US. The East Coast Tour. Donna Lewandowski.
April: Cycling the World. France. Susan Kifer and Dick Hall.
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GABA-Tucson Supporting Members
Alphabetical listing of current
GABA-Tucson's sponsors as of 11/15/04.
(See back page for each individual ad.)
Ajo Bikes 294-1434
Bicycles West 887-7770
Broadway Bicycles 296-7819
Fair Wheel Bicycles 884-9018
Green Valley Bike & Hike 393-7433
Irish, Peter 625-3930
New Body Studios 360-5912
Oro Valley Bicycle- 544-5999
2 locations 825-2751
Performance Bicycle 296-4715
Pima Street Bicycle 326-4044
R & R Bicycle 579-7829
Sabino Cycles 885-3666
Stevens, Andy, LMT 990-1459
Supergo Bike Shops 327-3232
TriSports.com 884-8743
Tucson Bicycles 577-7374
Wenberg, Susan, DC 326-1322
Yares, Greg, Realtor 323-9020
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Silverbell Century
- A Free Unsupported Ride -
Sunday, December 7, 2003
Last year, we resurrected the Silverbell Century as an unsupported ride.
Sometimes, cyclists forget about riding after El Tour. Well, this year, we want
to bring out as many Tucson and Phoenix riders (last year we had more Phoenix
riders than local riders!).
This ride is free to all riders, and does not offer any sag support along the
course. Bring two water bottles and your own energy snacks for the road; there
are also many convenience stores along the course if you need more fluids or
food. No sag stops along the course!
OPTIONS: 100 miles and 65 miles
START/FINISH/SIGN-IN TIME: Between 8 and 8:30 AM at River & Campbell, SE corner,
in St. Philip's Plaza parking lot, right next to the Rillito River Path.
ROUTE: North on Campbell to River Rd., west to La Canada, north to Magee, east
to Oracle Rd. and then north on Oracle to Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Then, ride west
on Rancho Vistoso, following it until it reaches Tangerine; ride west on
Tangerine to I-10, south on the west frontage road to Avra Valley Rd and west on
Avra Valley Rd.
TURNING POINTS: 65-milers go a far as Marana Airport, then turn back. Century
riders proceed west up to Silverbell Mine, then return.
RETURN ROUTE FOR BOTH OPTIONS: Both 65 and 100-mile riders return on Avra Valley
Rd. riding over Rattlesnake Pass via Airport Rd., continuing south on Silverbell
Rd. to Cortaro Rd. East on Cortaro Rd. over the Santa Cruz river to the west
frontage road, then south on the west frontage road to Orange Grove. East on
Orange Grove to River Rd., then continue east on River Rd. back to the finish.
Ride strong, safe and above all have fun
Dick Schaffer, Ride Leader, 326-4807 or bikeschaf@aol.com
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GABA-Tucson
Slate of Officers for the 2005
Board
President: STEVE WILSON
Vice President: GRIFF GRIFFIS
Treasurer: PEGGY JACOBSEN
Secretary/Merchandise: ANDY STEVENS
Membership: STEVEN GRAEBER
Publicity: SALLY KRUSING
Education: DONNA AVERSA
Touring-Day: JUDY BOLT
Touring-Centuries: OPEN
Touring-Overniters: DOROTHY BARTH
Editor: SUZANNE COUVRETTE
Volunteers Coordinator: OPEN
Web Master: DAVE SWANSON
Legal Advisor: DONNA AVERSA
Social Director: PAM CULLOP
Bike Shop Coordinator: RAM SALCEDO
Correspondence: DONNA LEWANDOWSKI
Bike Swap Coordinator: GREG YARES
Shed Master: BILL BORLAND
Great Arizona Bike Adventure: DOROTHY BARTH
Elections of officers will take place at the January Meeting Mon. Jan. 3, 2005
at 7 PM. Interested in serving on the Board? Contact Steve Wilson at 749-9014.
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New Benefit for GABA Members!
Travel Bike Cases May Be
Borrowed by Members!
Members,
GABA has purchased two hard shell bike travel cases that members may borrow. The
procedure for borrowing a case is as follows:
1. Travel cases are available to GABA members on a first come basis.
2. A $150 deposit per case is required. Deposit will be returned to borrower
when the case(s) is returned in usable condition.
3. Travel case(s) is to be returned to GABA within 3 days of borrower's return
to town.
4. Individual borrowing the case(s) is responsible for pick-up and return of the
travel case to the designated location.
Contact Peggy Jacobsen at 694-4742 or pjtucson@earthlink.net to arrange for
rental of a travel case.
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The Casa Grande Century
Sunday, January 9, 2005
QUESTION: Why do Arizona Cyclists Ride Centuries in January?
ANSWER: Because They Can!
Remember where you used to live? The closest you came to riding a century in
January was trying to get your old Buick started when it was 5 below. So join us
for the first century of the new year. Then call your friends in No. Dakota and
tell them what a good time you had!
The terrain is flat with low traffic, and if history repeats itself, the weather
will be a sunny 70 degree! What more could you want?
Two sag stops with water, fruit & snacks; a hot BBQ lunch at the turnaround
point, Dave White Regional Park in Casa Grande; a route map, commemorative socks
and a raffle ticket for bike-related prizes. Join 200-plus cycling friends for
PMBC's biggest ride of the year!
OPTIONS: 62 mi, metric century, out-and-back w/ slight hill.;
85 mi, loop w/ slight hill.;
108 mi, century plus, flat out-and-back.
START: Safeway at 4970 S. Alma School Rd, Chandler, NW corner of Alma School
Road and Chandler Heights Rd (Chandler Heights Road is between Queen Creek and
Riggs roads.) Please park at the parking lot edges so we don't block Safeway
customers.
DIRECTIONS: From Tucson take I-10 to Riggs Rd exit, go 3 miles east to Alma
School Rd, then 1 mile north to Chandler Heights Rd.
REGISTRATION: 8:30 to 9:30 AM. No mass start. Leave after you register.
SUPPORT: Vehicles will be available to collect those suffering from physical,
mechanical or mental breakdowns.
QUESTIONS: Leader Jane Larson at JLreports@aol.com or call (602) 319-2238.
Registration forms available at www.sportsfun.com/gaba.
This ride is organized by Phoenix Metro Bicycle Club.
Fees: PMBC/GABA/ABC members by 12/31/04: $15
Non-members by 12/31/04: $20
PMBC/GABA/ABC members after 12/31/04: $25 Non-members after 12/31/04: $30
Note: Why not join PMBC now? Get our monthly newsletter, and this ride at member
prices! Add $15 for a one-year individual membership, $20 for a one-year family
membership.
Make checks payable to PMBC, PO Box 26788, Tempe AZ 85285-6788. Riders must obey
all Arizona traffic laws and must wear ANSI, ASTM or Snell approved helmets.
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Toys for Tots Ride
Saturday, December 11, 2004
By Pam Cullop
It is nearly here: time for the Toys for Tots Ride, can you believe it? Now all
you need to do is: set aside a few hours that morning for a fun ride, purchase
your "donation toy (or toys)", decide how you want to
carry it (on your person or your bike), and which ride you want to do (the
family-friendly or the faster flight). And maybe figure out a creative way to
decorate your bike (if you've a mind to).
Your Toy Donation is your paid zoo admittance, so make sure you bring along a
new, unwrapped gift per person. Inside the zoo gate, you will find a large
wooden toy box for depositing your gift(s).
Don't forget to bring a bike lock! You may secure your bike outside of the zoo
entrance, but the bike rack space is limited. Or you may park your bike in a
secured location behind the snack bar. Bikes must be locked at the snack bar
site! This is a special service being provided to us by the Snack Bar Manager
Terry. Terry understands our concerns, and wants to help us keep them safe,
which also means he really doesn't want anything to happen to your bike on his
site!
The Snack Bar will be open with various breakfast-type items for you to
purchase! After a bite to eat, you may want to take a quick trip around the zoo;
early mornings are a great time for animal watching, or you may just want to
kick back and visit with other riders.
Ride leaders will re-group for the return route around 10:30 or 11 A.M.
(approximately 1-hour after arrival time). You may want to leave with that
group, or you may wish to stay at the zoo, and ride back at your leisure.
Looking forward to seeing you on this annual Toy for Tots Ride! For more
information, call Pam at 290-4321.
Two starting locations this year:
Shorter family ride:
(8-10 MPH, approx. 5 miles each way)
Starts at McCormick Park, 2950 N. Columbus Blvd (Located North of Glenn St. on
the East side of Columbus).
Ride Leaders: Suzanne Couvrette: 891-4661, and Dick Schaffer, 326-4807.
Meet at: 8:30 A.M. Depart at 8:45 A.M.
Longer and Faster ride:
(30/35 miles; (C/C+ pace)
Starts at Udall Park, South side of Tanque Verde, (just West Sabino Canyon Rd.).
This ride may break down into a couple of riding groups following the same
route.
Ride Leaders: Wayne & Pam Cullop 290-4321, and Steve Wilson & Donna Lewandowski,
749-9014.
Meet at: 7:45 A.M. Depart at 8 A.M.
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Tumacacori Festival Ride
Sunday, December 5
Meet at 9 AM at the Tumacacori Mission for a ride to Nogales on remote and
little-known backroads with very little traffic. Experience the traditional
Mexican breakfast at Zula's in Nogales at mid-point! Approximately 30-40 miles
of riding.
Enjoy locally-cooked food, Mexican and native arts & crafts, and entertainment
and/or music afterwards at the annual Tumacacori Festival! Each year, the
Festival sets up in a field, just north of the Mission. Bring your walking
shoes!
Directions to start: drive south on I-19 to the Tubac exit ( exit 34); then,
cross under the freeway and drive south on the EAST frontage road a few miles to
the Tumacacori Mission.
For more information on this popular bike ride, call Ride Leader Tom Ward at
(520) 625-3649.
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Come Help With The Big Parade!
Join The Fiesta Bowl Parade
Bicycle Security Team!
Friday, December 31, 2004
By Richard Moeur
The 34th annual Fiesta Bowl Parade will roll down Central Avenue in Phoenix on
Friday, December 31st, 2004. The Fiesta Bowl Parade is the single largest
spectator event in Arizona, attracting hundreds of thousands of spectators. It
is rated by USA Today as one of the top parades in the nation!
Bike clubs are asked to recruit bicycle security team members to help ensure
that this great event goes smoothly. Share in the unique experience of using our
bicycles to help our community! Watch the smiles on the kids! See the complex
logistics of presenting this extravaganza for spectators and television!
Your efforts will be needed from approximately 7 AM until 3 PM. You'll get a
free breakfast and some extra items that you'll need to perform your duties
(bring your own bikes & helmets, of course), and the satisfaction of a job well
done.
Interested? Don't delay! Sign up by e-mailing your contact information (name,
address, phone number, e-mail address) to Richard Moeur at rcmoeur@aol.com, or
call Richard at (602) 866-3554 (Phoenix).
Looking forward to seeing you at the big parade!
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GABA-Tucson Board Members Perks
Did you know that, when you volunteer to serve on GABA-Tucson Board, there are a
few perks that go with the job?
1. You get a free GABA membership.
2. You get to ride all the paying overnight rides and centuries free, except the
Cross State Tour and the Cave Creek Ride.
3. You get a free meal with each Board meeting that you attend.
4. You get a discount towards the purchase of a GABA jersey.
5. End of the Year Celebration Dinner with the rest of the Board.
6. And you could have a lot of fun volunteering! So, what are you waiting for?
We can use your help!
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Lost Items at the Tumacacori
Century
-1 Giro Helmet, Gila style, Size M, Silver color
-1 pair of Silver Sunglasses
-1 Blue jacket with Puma name in pink
Call Sandi at 577-1187 to retrieve.
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2004 Cave Creek Tour Report
by C. Michael Thompson
On the weekend of October 16 and 17, 54 cyclists supported by 5 GABA volunteers
arrived at the truck stop in Road Forks, NM to start the 42-mile ride to Cave
Creek Canyon in the Chiricahua Mountains of Arizona.
At about the 10-mile mark, they began the first long descent to SAG stop 1.
Veteran staffer Mary Anne Facelli was joined by Kris Simmons to feed the hungry
cyclists. Fortunately, the winds were calm until later in the morning, so most
of the riders made it without fighting a headwind.
At SAG 2 Ruth Wenberg manned the tables while the riders revived themselves
before crossing back into Arizona and starting the gradual climb up to the small
town of Portal.
The Portal Store was once again a popular stop for lunch before the last short
climb up to the evening's destination, the Southwest Research Station of the
American Museum of Natural History (http://research.amnh.org/swrs/).
Ray Rai, our returning baggage truck driver, distributed baggage as the tired
cyclists found their bunks and wandered around the station grounds. Several
enjoyed the brisk, spring-fed pool. An informal mixer with snacks, wine and
other beverages allowed the riders to unwind and socialize before the dinner
bell rang.
Dawn Wilson, the station director and a biologist, addressed the group after
dinner and described the history of the station. Originally a single rock house
built as a retreat, it is now a research station where scientists and visitors
come from all over the world to study the unique plants and animals found in the
Chiricahua Mountains.
On Sunday morning a delicious breakfast of pancakes, fruit and cereals prepared
us for the day ahead. Enjoying a long downhill from the canyon, the riders made
their turn north and were met with a robust tailwind to take them back up the
road to the first SAG stop.
SAG 2 was at the top of the only climb of the day and a welcome spot to rest
before the last stretch of rolling hills back to the start. As the riders
arrived back at the start, most had smiles on their faces from the enjoyment of
this tour.
Check the ride calendar if you want to do the ride next year and get your
registration in early!
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Contacts
GREAT ARIZONA BICYCLING
ADVENTURE
Grand Canyon to the Old Pueblo
Bicycle Tour 2004
P. O. Box 40814, Tucson, AZ 85717
2005 Chair: Dorothy Barth
Tour Message Line: 520-349-5932
GABA-Phoenix Metro
P. O. Box 6531, Mesa, AZ 85216
President: Kathy Mills (480) 775-1108
E-mail: khendricks@flusol.com
Web Site: www.sportsfun.com
Tailwind Times (Phx Newsletter)
Editor; Bob Beane (480) 961-1951
E-mail: Marco3@cox.net
GABA-West Valley Phoenix
PO Box 8125 Glendale AZ 85312-8125
President: Herman Baer (623) 972-2871
E-mail: hermbaer@aol.com
GABA-Flagstaff Coconino
P. O. Box 23851, Flagstaff, AZ 86002
President: Jack Welch (928) 714-0504
Web site: www.flagstaffbiking.org
GABA-Yavapai (Prescott)
P. O. Box 3570, Prescott, AZ 86302
President: Jack McCormack (928)442-9132
Web site: http://lists.topica.com/lists/pcc
E-mail: prescottcc@hotmail.com
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Get Your GABA-Tucson Jersey!
GABA Gear Order Form
Club Jerseys Sizes available: S, M, L, XL, XXL.
(If not sure of your size, check louisgarneau.com for proper sizing)
Styles & Prices: Sleeveless Men's only: $47
W/Sleeves, Men's & Women's: $50
Postage & handling per jersey/T-Shirt: $ 5
Jersey Socks (S, M, L, & XL): $ 6
Cross State Socks (green/blue) (S/M or L/XL): $ 6
Classic Collector Socks (S, M & L) 2 pairs for $ 5
Handlebar Map Holders: $ 7
Postage & handling per pair of socks/holder: $ 2
___________________________________________________
Size How Price
____________________________Many____$______
Sleeveless - men's only: ___ ___ ____
With Sleeves, - men's: ____ ____ _____
With Sleeves, - women's: ____ ____ _____
Jersey Socks ((S, M, L, & XL): ____ ____ _____
Cross State Socks:(S/M or L/XL): ____ ____ _____
Classic Collector Socks: (S, M & L): ____ ____ _____
Bar Map Holders: ____ ____ _____
Add for postage & handling: jerseys & T-Shirts: _____
Add for postage & handling: socks/holders: _____
Total money enclosed (checks or money orders ONLY) $_________
Make checks payable to GABA-Tucson. Mail to PO Box 43273 Tucson AZ 85733
NAME: ______________________________________________
ADDRESS: ____________________________________________
CITY: __________________________ STATE: ___ ZIP: ________
Purchase your jersey at GABA meetings on the 1st Monday of the month, OR contact
Andy Stevens at (520) 990-1450 or
andy@solvomassage.com
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GABA-Board of Directors
Responsibilities
What Do They Really Do?
President:
- Give leadership and establish Club goals.
- Coordinate Club goals into the community.
- Conduct Board and Chapter business.
- Conduct general Club business.
Vice-President:
- Fill in at meetings when the President is absent.
- Assist with Chapter meetings.
- Organize and seek speakers for Chapter meetings.
- Review Bylaws for relevancy and update as applicable.
Treasurer:
- Keep Club books current in accordance with good accounting practices.
- Give monthly treasurer's report at Board meetings.
- Give profit and loss reports on all paying rides.
- Write checks for various Club expenses.
- Reimburse ride leaders for expenses accrued on rides.
- Give Club Profit & Loss at the end of the year.
- Prepare books for yearly audit.
- Prepare budget and make recommendations for incoming Board.
- Secure rental of room for Chapter meetings
Secretary:
- Take minutes of Board meetings.
- Mail minutes to Board members before next meeting.
- Submit monthly summary of Board meetings minutes for the Update.
- Attend to general correspondence as required.
- Keep inventory of GABA property (All items for sale).
Membership Director:
- Maintain current roster of the Tucson membership.
- Generate membership list for Board members every 3 months.
- Generate mailing list for Update labels.
- Generate monthly list of volunteers for the Volunteer Director.
Publicity Director:
- Establish contact and send our rides to other cycling organizations
or publications.
- Contact local news organizations to promote major rides/events.
Bike Shop Coordinator:
- Go to the various shops in Tucson and meet owners/managers.
- Establish a good relationship between GABA-Tucson and shops.
- Recruit shops to be new GABA-sponsors.
- Assist supporting members with ads and collect their yearly dues.
- Solicit door prizes for various events.
- Make sure Updates distribution list is current for delivery.
Education Director:
- Organize workshops for new members.
- Organize bike repair and safety clinics.
- Organize ride leader and sag support workshops.
- Make available bike safety/skills info for general public education.
- Write and/or find articles on bike safety/skills for the Update.
Touring Director, Day Rides:
- Put together monthly ride schedule.
- Solicit ride leaders for day rides
- Ensure tandem and mountain bike rides are offered.
Touring Director, Overnighters:
Touring Director, Centuries:
- Compile yearly calendar of major ride events for Club and other cycling
organizations as applicable.
- Solicit ride leaders for overnighters and century rides.
- Coordinate all articles/flyers regarding rides and write some if needed.
- Submit articles for major events for publication in the Update a couple of
month in advance.
- Create/coordinate new rides and events.
Update Editor:
- Select articles for publication.
- Write articles as needed.
- Proof read and edit articles as required.
- Ensure major Club events/rides are publicized 2 months before events.
- Organize articles and art work for layout.
- Schedule printing date with printer.
Correspondence/Registration Coordinator:
- Open Club mail, deposit checks and route mail to various officers.
- Give alphabetical list of participants to each ride leader a couple of days
prior to major paying rides.
Volunteers Director:
-Works WITH the ride leader in securing volunteers to support rides/events.
- Contact volunteers from list provided by the Membership Director.
- Find ways to utilize volunteers in their area of expressed interest.
- Notify ride leaders requiring help, of interested people.
Web Master:
- Maintain the Club website updated with current information.
- Improve the existing web site if possible or needed.
Social Director:
- Bring food to regular monthly meetings.
- Provide dinner for monthly Board Meetings.
- Organize social events, such as ice cream socials /holiday pot luck.
Bike Swap Coordinator:
- Coordinate with city of Tucson.
- Coordinate with 4th Avenue Merchants Association.
- Oversee distribution of publicity flyers about event.
- Oversee volunteers on day of event.
- Provide Porta-johns for event.
Shed Master:
- Keep inventory of GABA property related to the organization of rides.
- Organize current ride supplies.
- Replenish whatever supplies are used up.
- Fix or replace supplies whenever needed.
Cycling Advocacy Coordinator:
- Advise Club in legal matters when needed.
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Holiday Season Pot Luck Party!
Monday, December 6, 2004
7 PM to 9 PM
Come and join other GABA members in this festive event!
WHERE:
Pima County Medical Society Building
5199 E. Farness
(see inside cover of this issue for directions)
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PLEASE BRING A CAN OF FOOD TO BE
DONATED TO THE COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
By Pam Cullop
If you are reading this Update on December 1st, there is only 6 days to go for
the annual GABA Holiday Pot Luck event! Yes, next Monday night (Dec. 6th), at 7
PM, located at the Pima Medical Society Building, 5199 E. Farness Rd…come
hungry, come to enjoy!
Please bring one of the following to share: salad, breads, vegetables,
casserole, or any side dish of your choice or dessert to share. The club will
provide roasted turkeys, hams, possibly dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy and
refreshments.
As usual, instead of a regular club meeting, we devote the entire time to you,
our club members. It is a time for thanking all of the volunteers who have given
to the club in extra-special ways. Those who lead our Day Rides, Centuries,
Overnights, and participate in other club events, are given special recognition
for that extra effort.
We have been able to arrange some live entertainment for you to listen to while
enjoying the food and visiting with your fellow GABA friends and
cycling-enthusiasts. Howard Wooten will be on hand to play his guitar and to
give the dinner some "atmosphere".
A Community Food Bank box will be available for those who would like to donate
canned and non-perishable food items. Last year, thanks to your generous
contributions, our boxes were full beyond belief. Thank You!
Come and enjoy the food, enjoy the camaraderie, enjoy the holiday celebration!
Mark your calendar, and keep your date with us. After all, YOU are the reason we
exist. YOU are the heart and the backbone of our club. We want to show YOU that
we care.
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Winterhaven Ride
Wednesday, December 22, 2004
The Winterhaven Holiday Season "Festival of Lights" is well known in Tucson!
Most of you are probably familiar with the ever-popular spectacular display of
lights in the Winterhaven neighborhood.
Each year thousands of people bundle up and walk, drive, take a hay-ride or a
buckboard ride through the festive streets bounded by Country Club, Ft. Lowell,
Prince and Tucson Blvd. Creativity and imagination are the keys words here.
Homes ablaze with lights, yards or rooftops filled with animation, music and fun
spread a holiday joy even in the "grouchiest of grinches" cannot deny.
In years past, a few of our club members, here and there, have joined together
on "walk nights" (so as not to be in harms way on "car nights"), and slowly
ridden our bikes around to enjoy the sights together. This year, we are planning
a club ride around this event, and hope that you are able to participate in the
fun with us.
On Wednesday, December 22nd, we will meet at the main entrance: just west of
Country Club on Ft. Lowell at 6 PM. This event is a fund-raiser organized by the
residents of Winterhaven to benefit the Community Food Bank. Bring along a
non-perishable food donation for this worthy cause. The collection box will be
at the main entrance.
Since this is a GABA Ride, helmets, headlights and taillights are required for
the GABA Winterhaven ride, and a ride waiver will be available for you to sign
at the start.
Optional: a "Warm Your Toes And Nose" with coffee or hot chocolate, after the
ride get-together. Meet at Rincon Market at 6th Street & Tucson Blvd. This is
always a fun and pleasant way to enjoy the holiday lights. Please come and join
us! Any questions for your ride leaders, Chris & Ram Salcedo? Call 733-0230 or
E-mail: Salcedo@flash.net.
Words from Steve
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Words from Steve
Another Good Cycling Year in
2004
By Steve Wilson, GABA President
2004 has been another good year for cycling in the Old Pueblo. We're wrapping up
the last of our organized rides for the year as I write this, and looking back
it's been a fun one. There have been many memorable moments and it is fun to
look back on a few.
The century rides have been well attended, with Picacho and Coolidge in the
spring, and Tumacacori, Tom Mix, and Silverbell in the fall. Tumacacori was big
again with nearly 400 riders under the direction of first time ride leaders Judy
and Bob Bolt. Who'd have thought we could make 90 feet of Subway sandwiches
disappear in a few hours? Perhaps the Desert Double will make a return
appearance in 2005.
The overnight rides, which I personally believe are GABA's strongest suit, were
pretty much flawless again. One positive note about our current drought
condition is the virtual lack of rain on our organized rides. The notable
exception was our self-contained ride to Picacho Peak State Park led by Steven
Graeber, and it only rained on us for the first hour or two. Dick Schaffer's
Sonoita-Bisbee Ride brought out 125 riders with a super dinner at the Copper
Queen Hotel. After bringing back the Salt River Canyon Ride, 75 riders came out
for our most challenging (and beautiful) two-day ride. Rhonda Smith's three-day
Memorial Luna Lake Ride had 100 riders again, as did Sandi Rousseau's three-day
Labor Day Blue Loop Ride. Things were topped off with a sold out Cave Creek Ride
led again this year by Mike Thompson.
The "Grand Canyon to the Old Pueblo" Ride was under the direction of first time
leader Dorothy Barth. 140 riders from 20+ states and 2 countries showed up for
500 miles and around 35,000 ft of climbing through some of Arizona's most
gorgeous scenery. Next year will be the 25th annual ride. Preparations are under
way for next year's ride and the first flyer announcing the ride will be
available shortly.
120 or so riders have been joining us each week for the El Tour Training Rides.
This year, we've repeated the option of both East and West side rides which have
proven popular. Special thanks to our west side ride leader Rich Corbett and
east side leaders Craig Gordon & Mike Wood. I hope everyone had a fun and
satisfying El Tour Ride. Being here in Tucson, I think we sometimes take for
granted what has become one of the premier one-day rides in the country.
We had 2 Bike Swaps meet under the able direction once again of Greg Yares. This
is a service GABA is happy to provide to the community. It's great to see so
many people out each time buying and selling bikes, parts and accessories. It's
fun to watch even if you aren't buying.
We had many wonderful speakers at our monthly meetings telling tales of bike
travel around the country and globe, and also providing information about biking
in our community and activities to increase cycling at all levels. Look for more
great speakers next year.
I'd like to say a special thanks to all the volunteers who help to put on our
rides and events. Without you, they would not be possible. Our goal is to
promote cycling in every way we can in the community and we couldn't accomplish
what we do without the help of countless volunteers. Thanks!
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Open Highway Bicycling in
Arizona
By Richard E. Corbett,
Certified Instructor and Coach
I rode the Tom Mix Century Ride November 7th, and it was fun and challenging, as
the wind and long climbs combined to make it a real workout! I was not surprised
to see almost all of the cyclists I observed riding the edge line of the
Highway. I also talked with some at the rest stops and learned of their close
calls and otherwise mixed experience with overtaking and on-coming traffic.
So, to try to help, I have adapted this article, originally written for
out-of-State cyclists coming to the LAW National Cyclist Rally held in Flagstaff
in July of 1988, as it has really good advice on how to deal with the situations
many encountered on the Tom Mix Ride.
Please remember that while Arizona is the sixth largest state in America,
geographically, it is only the thirty fourth largest in population. Three
fourths of the people in Arizona live in the State's two major metropolitan
areas, Phoenix and Tucson. Many of the remaining fourth live in smaller cities
and towns. With very few people scattered around in rural areas, not very many
small county roads are needed to serve them.
So, the majority of our cycling in Arizona is done on State Highways. Some of
these highways have shoulders, and some don't. All of them are readily rideable
by cyclists who understand and practice Effective Cycling techniques. Before
looking at these situations, and the recommended techniques, lets look at the
key elements of the laws that govern our use of these highways.
- Arizona Laws -
First, remember that we cyclists have the same RESPONSIBILITIES and the same
RIGHTS as motor vehicle operators.
Next, remember that cyclists, when traveling slower than traffic, must ride as
far to the right as practicable and safe for them (see my article last month on
the real meaning of practicable) and other road users. Cyclists may move away
from the right side of the road in the following situations:
1. To pass other vehicles or pedestrians;
2. To avoid conditions including rough pavement, parked cars, debris, and other
obstacles;
3. When the lane is too narrow for a bicycle and a motor vehicle to be safely
side by side within the lane;
4. When preparing for a left turn.
Please note especially the 2nd and 3rd points, as these hold the key to being a
lot safer on the open highway.
As always, we ask your help in co-existing with, and projecting a responsible
image to, non bicycling Arizonans by obeying Arizona traffic laws. This means
that YOU should stop at stop signs and traffic lights; yield at yield signs and
when entering the road; signal your intention to turn, slow, or change lanes;
and do all the other things law-abiding vehicle operators do.
Special Steps for the Open Highway
To Enhance Your Safety
We urge EVERYONE to read and follow Effective Cycling procedures for open
highway situations:
MOTORISTS' OVERTAKING ERRORS On a two lane road with no shoulder, the chances
are extremely small of being hit from the rear. Instead, virtually the little
danger that exists from the rear is that of being sideswiped, or hit as a
passing vehicle pulls back in too soon.
TO AVOID - Ride about four feet from the road edge, and observe (with a mirror,
or by looking behind) overtaking traffic, oncoming traffic, and the road ahead
(straight or curvy, shadows, etc.).
If the over taker shows no sign of moving out (into the opposing lane) to pass
you, weave your bicycle gently side to side to get their attention. The usual
motorist response is to begin to move over.
If your weaving gets no response, get concerned fast and wave your left hand and
arm up and down vigorously, while both observing the overtaking traffic and
evaluating the roadside ahead as a possible place to leave the road.
If there is no response to your arm waving, you can wait until just before the
vehicle gets to you, then slide over to your right a couple of feet, allowing
considerably better clearance when they pass you.
If a car or single unit truck passing you starts to pull back in too soon due to
oncoming traffic or poor judgment, braking hard should let it move past you
safely.
Depending on the size of the overtaking vehicle, you may be in a situation where
your choice is to either leave the road or be struck.
Your judgment should be fast and decisive in this circumstance. If a large
truck, bus, or car/truck with trailer starts to pull back in too soon, pick the
best route off the road and take it without hesitation. Your judgment MUST be
fast and decisive in this situation.
POTENTIAL HEAD ONS:
On a two lane road, a hazard which occurs periodically is:
when a vehicle coming toward you
starts to pull out to pass,
posing a real danger of a head on collision with you.
This almost always results from the motorist not having seen you.
Be extra alert when there is a line of vehicles coming toward you (especially
with a motor home or rental truck in front) - when there are none going in your
direction.
TO AVOID:
Two actions you can take to minimize the possibility of the potential head on
are:
(1) Wear light, bright colored clothing, including a white or yellow helmet; and
(2) Perhaps more importantly, position yourself in the lane far enough from the
edge of the road to give oncoming drivers a clearer view of you, without the
visual clutter that often exists along the side of the road.
A motorist coming toward you may still fail to see you, or perhaps misjudge your
speed and/or distance.
If they do start to prepare to pass,
you MUST take IMMEDIATE action.
You must very quickly assess the speed and distance of the passing vehicle, to
judge whether you have time to attract the driver's attention and change their
action.
IF YOU DO HAVE TIME to attract the driver's attention,
- sit upright (if you are not already doing so),
- begin slowing down (soft pedal), and
- vigorously wave your left hand and arm up and down in a large arc.
Continue to wave until the driver either pulls back in or you see that you must
leave the road. Remember, allow sufficient time to leave the road if you must.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE TIME to attract the driver's attention,
-brake hard and
-pull off the road, coming to a complete stop.
Even if leaving the road will result in a fall, it is preferable to the
possibility of a head on collision. Your judgment MUST be fast and decisive in
this situation.
STOPPING BY THE ROAD
- Remember to PULL ALL THE WAY OFF THE ROAD when you stop.
- The closer you are to the road, the greater the possibility that an errant
driver might strike you.
- This is especially true on the wide open stretches of road where motorists do
not feel they have to pay as much attention.
GETTING BACK ON THE ROAD
Simple as it may seem,
- be cautious of conditions that may distract you from observing and yielding to
traffic on the road, such as a rough road edge, loose gravel, or other cyclists.
- Enter the road only when you are CERTAIN that you can do so safely.
- Your last action before starting should be a scan of the roadway.
CLIMBING UPHILL
- Climbing is done at much slower speeds than motorists, so you can safely ride
farther to the right.
- Pedal in a gear that allows you to work without straining or wobbling.
- DO NOT weave back and forth across the lane if the climb is really steep walk
instead.
- Pace yourself to prevent fatigue that may impair your judgment and/or balance.
- Stop as necessary to recuperate, but take only short breaks (1 2 minutes) to
help prevent strain or injury when you start riding again.
- Be sure to stop where you can get ALL WAY off the road.
When you top out on your climb,
- STAY WELL TO THE RIGHT until you are a reasonable distance past the crest, as
you may not be visible to overtaking motorists.
- And it could be quite dangerous to have them "happen" on you when you are
directly in their path and you are traveling at a slow speed.
DOWNHILLS
- Our downhills are frequently long and steep. You often travel almost as fast
as motorists (40 mph or more) while descending.
- Stay WELL AWAY FROM THE EDGE OF THE PAVEMENT (at least four to six feet) and
-GIVE YOUR FULL ATTENTION to maintaining control and avoiding any surface
hazards.
- Roadside obstacles are considerably more dangerous at higher speeds.
- So, you should ride the center of the lane, unless
1) there is a wide (6 8') shoulder with satisfactory surface, or
2) the shoulder and the lane width combined is wide enough for you to be at
least four to six feet from the edge of the pavement and still allow enough room
for an overtaking vehicle to pass you safely within the lane (no closer than
four to six feet at speeds above 25 mph).
-Use brakes equally as you descend to prevent rim overheating, and
-don't enter unknown curves without some margin to spare.
CATTLEGUARDS
We have learned the hard way that cattle guards can hurt you, badly. We continue
to have lots of "open range" in Arizona, meaning there are no fences to separate
you from the cattle.
Where the road crosses the boundary of an open range area you may find a
cattleguard.
If you are not familiar with them,
- they are a series of closely spaced iron rails (often resembling train tracks)
perpendicular (at a right angle) to the road, covering a shallow pit.
-Most tend to look rougher than they actually are.
-Cross cattleguards straight, not at an angle.
- Watch for gaps between the grates parallel to your direction of travel.
- Also, the joint between the cattleguard and the road surface is sometimes
rough. This means you'll probably slow down.
- BUT, don't slow too much, as slow speed on a cattleguard can result in a fall!
- As you approach, rise off your saddle and
- be sure your elbows and knees are bent slightly, in order to absorb any shock.
- Be especially careful if the cattleguard is wet.
Follow these tips, and you will be a lot safer. Especially as it relates to your
position in the lane (ride close to the edge? No! Only when climbing slowly!)
COPYRIGHT © Richard E. Corbett, 1988, 1990, 1996, 2000, 2001, and 2004. May be
reprinted or excerpted for NON PROFIT use with proper credit.
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ADOT Cattleguards Survey
The Arizona Department of Transportation has begun a program to retrofit its
cattle guard grill units to improve their bicycle safety. The ADOT Cattle Guard
Design Evaluation Team, led by Kenneth Cooper, ADOT Roadway Standards Engineer,
is looking for help from bicyclists using Arizona State Highways.
You can assist the Team by going to the following website:
http://www.azdot.gov/surveys/cattleguardPoll/cattleguard_poll.asp
and rating the highway segments shown for actual bicycle use. The website link
will be active through Friday, December 31, 2004.
Complete and return by December 31, 2004 to the following address:
Kenneth Cooper, PE
Arizona Department of Transportation
205 S. 17th Ave, MD 615E
Phoenix, AZ 85007-3212
Based on your input, the Team will assign a final rating to each segment that
will be used to prioritize the timing of the retrofits.
Thank you for your assistance.
Michael N. Sanders, Senior Transportation Planner
Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator
Arizona Department of Transportation
206 S. 17th Ave., Mail Drop 310B
Phoenix, AZ 85007
MSanders@azdot.gov
(602) 712-8141
Fax (602) 712-3046
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Tumacacori Century 2004 Report
By Judy & Bob Bolt
Nearly 400 riders celebrated the 25th anniversary of the most popular bicycle
ride in Southern Arizona - the Gene Chapman Memorial Tumacacori Century! Perfect
temperatures and smiling faces assured everyone of a terrific ride.
Many thanks to the fantastic group of volunteers who spent countless hours and
expended much effort.
Registration: Tony Everett, Steve & Donna Kanoza, Pat Mulligan, Dede Seder & Lee
Max and Barbara & Don Supper. This group did such an efficient job of checking
people in that the first riders were on the road in record time.
Sag 1: Sandi Rousseau, Bill Borland & Kathy Eldred. What makes for a perfect
GABA ride? Seeing the cheerful "redhead" at Sag 1 along with able helpers Bill &
Kathy - all dispersing tasty treats!
Sag 2: Bob & Marie Klenke and Linda Papworth. More tasty treats AND special
thanks to Bob for marking the "Dan Henry's" road markings which guided the way
through the winding route of the ride.
Sag 3: Donna Aversa and Carole Leiker. At Calabasas picnic grounds, out of cell
phone reach, taking care of the 100-mile riders.
Sag truck: Mark Levine and Garry Segerman. These two unsung heroes packed up and
delivered all the supplies and food for registration and sag stops. If you
didn't see their smiling faces, you probably saw the Ryder truck traveling the
route. They put in a very long day, from before registration at Sahuarita High
School to unloading the truck at the end of the ride. . . which was after dark!
Sweep: Andy Stevens drove carefully around the course, assuring that every
single rider safely returned to Sahuarita High School.
Lunch: 90 feet of Subway sandwiches, chips, cookies and sodas greeted cyclists
at the end of the ride! Dede Seder & Lee Max helped set up tables. Tony Everett
made sure there were plenty of iced sodas. Steve & Donna Kanoza checked that all
supplies were fully stocked, and kept the trash picked up and carried away. Pat
Mulligan was the recycle specialist. Special thanks to our "Chief", Steve
Wilson, who cheerfully passed out sandwiches.
Thanks to all who rode that Sunday, October 24: 275 pre-registered riders and 91
who came the day of the ride. Because of you, this continues to be one of GABA's
most popular rides!
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2005 Calendar of GABA-Tucson
Events
JANUARY 2005
Jan. 1 (Sat): I HATE FOOTBALL RIDE. Join Rich for a moderate "C" ride to Saguaro
National Park East, returning via Freeman Road. Meet at Udall Park, (On Tanque
Verde, Just East of Sabino Canyon Rd.) east end of parking lot. Optional lunch
at Eclectic Cafe after the ride. Ride Leader: Rich Corbett, 623-0017 or kc7ovm@dakotacom.net.
FEBRUARY 2005
Feb. 6 (Sun): PICACHO CENTURY. 100, 65, 35 & 15 miles. Flat course north of
Tucson with meandering in Avra Valley. Turn-around point at Picacho Peak. Ride
Organizer: Suzanne Couvrette, (520) 891-4661 or sgcouvrette@aol.com
Feb. 12 (Sat): VALENTINE RIDE.
MARCH 2005
March 13 (Sun): COOLIDGE CENTURY. Options for 100 or 60 miles. Flat course, on
low-traffic roads. Ideal for achieving your Personal Best. Leader: TBA.
March 26 (Sat): EL BIKE SWAP DE TUCSON. Again on 4th Avenue from 8 AM to 1 PM!
The Best Bike Swap in the West! Thousands of buyers! Hundreds of sellers! Free
for all vendors & buyers! Organizer: Greg Yares, 323-9020, or yares@cox.net In
conjunction with City of Tucson Clean Air Fair Events.
APRIL 2005
April 16 & 17: SONOITA-BISBEE. 65 miles from Sonoita to Tomb-stone to Bisbee via
Mule Pass. Enjoy old world charm of quaint Bisbee! Return via Sierra Vista.
Camping & meals included. B& B on your own. For info, contact Ride Organizer:
Suzanne Couvrette, (520) 891-4661 or sgcouvrette@aol.com
MAY 2005
May 14 & 15: SALT RIVER CANYON BIKE RIDE. 2-day, 85 or 65-mile options, very
scenic and hilly, for experienced cyclists. From Globe to Showlow and back.
Don't miss this one! Tell your friends! Ride leeader: TBA.
May 28-30: LUNA LAKE TOUR. Moderately difficult ride in central Arizona and New
Mexico. Approx. 65 miles each day. Springerville to Quemado, N. M. to Reserve N.
M. & back to Springerville. Ride through pine forests, rolling grassy
countryside, including a couple of great climbs and descents! Ride Leader: TBA.
JUNE 2005
June ? (Sun): MT HOPKINS HILL-CLIMB. A 12-mile climb with fantastic views! For
mountain bikes. A dirt road winds up in numerous switchbacks, which gives views
from all around the mountain! 360 degree view from the top! Leader: Tom Ward,
520-625-3649. twardasso@dakotacom.net
SEPTEMBER 2005
SEPT. 3-5: BLUE LOOP TOUR. 55, 60 & 90 miles in central mountains of Arizona and
New Mexico! Very little traffic! Lots of hills and scenic vistas! Starts in
Morenci, to Glenwood, N. M. the first day; to Alpine the second day; and back to
Morenci down the famous Coronado Trail on the third day! Ride Leader: TBA.
OCTOBER 2005
Oct. 1-8: GREAT ARIZONA BICYCLE ADVENTURE. 24th Annual. NEW Course from Grand
Canyon to ? One free day at the Grand Canyon before the Tour to give everyone
the opportunity to enjoy the Grand Canyon! This is a 7-day 500-mile camping Tour
across Arizona. Call our Info Line: 520-349-5932 or visit www.bikegaba.org 2005
Ride Chair: Dorothy Barth.
Oct. 15 & 16: CAVE CREEK TOUR. Scenic and fairly easy ride from Roadforks, N.M.
to Portal, AZ, and up the Cave Creek Canyon. 45-mile per day on the east side of
the Chiricahuas. Overnight stay in cozy cabins at the well-known Southwestern
Research Center. Meals included. Leader TBA.
Oct. 23 (Sun): TUMACACORI GENE CHAPMAN MEMORIAL CENTURY. Options for 25, 65 and
100 miles. Great course south of Tucson, starting in Sahuarita. Ride south past
Green Valley, Arivaca and Tubac. Rest stop at the Tumacacori Mission. Here,
100-milers continue south Great lunch back at Sahuarita for all the riders!
www.bikegaba.org Ride Organizer: TBA.
NOVEMBER 2005
Nov. 6 (Sun): TOM MIX CENTURY. Possible NEW course to be announced later on.
Ride Leader: TBA.
Nov. 12 (Sat): EL BIKE SWAP DE TUCSON. On historic 4th Avenue! Quaint central
area where vendors set up on each side of the avenue. Great turn-out! Greg Yares,
yares@azstarnet.com or 323-9020.
DECEMBER 2005
Dec. 4 (Sun) TUMACACORI FESTIVAL RIDE. GABA-Tucson. 30-40 mi to breakfast at
Zula's in Nogales. Return to Mission to enjoy food, craft & entertain-ment.
South on I-19 to Tubac exit, then south on EAST frontage road to Mission.
Dec. 5 (Mon) HOLIDAY SEASON POT LUCK. GABA-Tucson. At regular monthly meeting
place. Bring a dish to share with others in the spirit of the season! Everybody
is welcome! Short program with awards and recognition to deserving members!
Dec. 10 (Sat): TOYS FOR TOTS BIKE RIDE. GABA-Tucson. Bring one or more unwrapped
toys to carry on your bike as we pedal downtown to deliver the toys to the Main
Police Dept. Building. Meander back to the start through many historic
neighborhoods. www.bikegaba.org
JANUARY 2006
Jan. ? (Sun): SILVERBELL CENTURY.
GABA-Tucson. 65 &100 mi. Ride takes you to Rancho Vistoso, down Tangerine,
across Avra Valley and up to the ghost town of Silverbell. Return via a
different way ending on the Rillito Bike Path back to the start.
www.bikegaba.org Leader: Dick Schaffer, 326-4807.
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New & Renewing Members
New:
Michal Buren; Linda Hurst; Ginnie Griffis; Ann Pardo; Keili Stradling; Ali Romo;
Chester Assenberg; David Barnes; Adriana Padilla; Jesus Torres; Rosie Mankel;
Eduardo Esparza; Alexis Munez; Serena Nurst; Brianna Holland; Peter Sadza; Steve
Bresler; Howard Stewart; Soshana Shane; Roger Yelle; Melanie Daniel; Gary Bakken;
Rick Taylor; Jane Cripps; Kathleen McCaithy; Cynthia Penner; Romona Durrer; Erec
Toso; John Wrobel; Marla Barefield; Doug Senecal; Cass Faux; Mike Rochon; Jill
Zeller; Henry Wright; Michelle Moore; Ethan Nissani; John Standifer; Jeffrey
Berringer; Rick Foreman; Frank Madison; Sara Smith; Raymond Martinez; Hector
Bencomo; Connie Cannastillo; Mohamed Bile; Nathan Harvey; Terry Beall; Charles
Broder; J. Michael Davis; Tom/Dona Devine; Will/Linda De Boer; Norman/Jalone
Schaeffler; Brian/Janet Shon/Johnson; Gary/Phyllis Durree; Marilyn/Norman
Picker/Perry.
Renewals:
John Downey; Jon Harvey; Fran Rome; William Smith; Tom/Kay Wagner; Michael
Allen; Gerald Beal; Phil Bertsch; Fritz Brace; Phyliss Davis; Herb Douglas;
Jerry Edwards; Larry Hansen; Keith Johnson; Mike Lesko; David Mercado; Michael
Miller; Fred Pepek Sr; Marlin Price; Paul Roelike; Elida Serrano; Steve Slat;
Michael Smith; Ellen Tuttle; George Widseth; Jannie Cox; Joseph Sesteaga; Sid
Smith; Patrick McGowen; Alan Scherer; Janet Landis; Amanda Castro; Jack Siry;
Rod/Ellen Creagh; Dean/Sandy Taylor; Ken/Carol Cantor; Michael/Valerie Thompson;
Judy/Mark Ranzer; Tom/Ruth Ann Gribb; Linda/Franklin Fountain; Herman/Barbara
Carrillo; Jacquie, Al, Mat, Emily Brailey; Josefina/Helen Ahumada/Battiste;
Eileen, Haney, Alfred, Ian McEwen.
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January Meeting Program
Monday, Jan. 3 at 7 PM
Join us for an interesting presentation by Jan Murphy, Certified Personal
Trainer
and GABA Sponsor.
Her topic will be
Cycling and Fitness,
with emphasis on recovering
from the year end "parties",
and establishing a good training program for the new cycling season.
Everybody is welcome!
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Classifieds
Travel Companion Needed. I'm booked on a cruise (350 passenger) to Antarctica at
the end of February 2005 as a single on deck 2 with 2 portholes. But I can get a
cabin on deck 5 with 2 picture windows for about the same price if I can find a
roommate to share expenses. (traveling as a single person can be more expensive
than going as a double). Price is approx. $6,000 depending on them booking your
air fare, or you using your frequent flyer miles. Check http://www.cruisenorway.com/antarctica3.html
for more info or http://home.online.no /~thomasr/slideshow/ for pictures.
I need to find a traveling companion ASAP. Please contact Sally Krusing, at
296-0319 or e-mail at supersal@cox.net.
1995 model Burley Duet tandem, in very good condition. Size Large: 57 cm front;
50 cm. rear. Original owners must sell due to illness. $900.00. Call (520)
465-8084 or (520) 360-7833. (Tuc)
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Survey
Your Board of Directors would like to know if you, our member, would like to
have an additional offering from GABA.
Please fill out the following survey and mail to:
GABA-Tucson, P. O. Box 43273, Tucson, AZ 85733, Attention: Sally Krusing.
1. Would you like GABA to organize out-of-state, multi-day bike rides? Yes ( )
No ( )
2. If yes, how long would you want them to be:
3-4 days ( ) 7 days ( ) Longer than 7 days ( )
3. Where would you like to go?
US ( ) Canada ( )
Latin America ( ) Europe ( )
Asia ( )
4. When would you like to go?
Winter ( ) Spring ( )
Summer ( ) Fall ( )
5. How much would you budget for out-of-state bike travel?
0-$500 ( )
$500-1000 ( )
$1000+ ( )
6. Comments/Suggestions: _____________________________
________________________________________________
________________________________________________
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Tucson-Pima County Bicycle
Advisory Committee
~~~~ News ~~~~
November 10th 2004 Meeting
By Richard Corbett & Roy Schoonover
This is the latest in a series of monthly columns, sharing news from the
meetings of the Tucson-Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee (TPCBAC). This
column has two major sections, Announcements/ News, and Actions.
Announcements/News:
The following announcements and news was made known at the November 10th
meeting:
