Phoenix Metro Bike Club’s White Mountain Tour
Mt Hopkins Mountain Bike Hill Climb
Tucson-Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee
Remembering a Double Century in the Early 80s!
Tucson-Pima Eastern Region Wins Gold!
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety and Education Campaign gets Rolling
Bike Safety Receives Endorsement from on High!
Welcome, New and Renewing Members!
26th Annual Great Arizona Bicycle Adventure
13th Annual Tour for Tucson’s Children 2006
This Year, Why Not Sign Up For The Great Arizona Bicycle Adventure
Eegees Social at our July Meeting
GABA-Tucson Board of Directors
The Blue Loop Bike Tour - A Premier Cycling Event!
Award for Gold-Level Bicycle-Friendly Community to be given at the Snake Bridge
Spring 2006 El Bike Swap de Tucson Again a Great Success!
Sonoita Bisbee 2006 New Course Is a Winner!
14th Annual Mt. Lemmon Hill Climb
GABA-Tucson Supporting Members
(See related articles in this issue for details.)
Ride Date Ride Name Organizers Leaders E-Mail
6/4 (Sun) Mt Hopkins Hill Climb GABA-Tucson Tom Ward tward@dakotacom.net
7/3 (Mon) NO GABA MEETING TONIGHT
7/4 (Tue) Tour for Tucson's Children City of Tucson 791-4969
7/8 & 9 White Mountain Tour GABA-Phx Metro Jay Stewart jay.stewart@honeywell.com
7/10 (Mon) GABA MEETING 7 PM EEGEE'S SOCIAL Pam Cullop pjcullop@concast.net
No Monthly Meeting
On Monday, July 3rd
Our regular monthly meeting usually held
on the 1st Monday of the month,
will be on the 2nd Monday of July this year,
because of the July 4th Holiday.
Monday, July 10 at 7 PM
No formal program tonight.
Join us tonight
to socialize with other cyclists!
We will serve
Eegee's Frozen Drinks .
Everybody is welcome!
Monday, June 5 at 7 PM
Whether you're a Cat 1 Racer,
a Cat 1 Wannabe
or a recreational rider
trying to get up just one more hill,
cycling is a head game to some extent.
Come join us this month
when Sports Psychologist
Eric Horowitz
will share some ideas
on how we can "get in the zone".
Everybody is welcome!
JUNE 2006
June 4 (Sun): MT HOPKINS HILLCLIMB MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE. GABA-Tucson. Tom Ward.
www.bikegaba.org Mt Hopkins is a 9,000 foot peak south of Green Valley. Mix of
dirt and paved roads.
JULY 2006
July 4 (Tue): TOUR FOR TUCSON’S CHILDREN. City of Tucson Parks & Rec. Lisa or
Jesus at 791-4969, or contact Lisa.Sommer@tucsonaz.gov.
July 8 & 9 : DAVE FREUND MEMORIAL WHITE MOUNTAIN TOUR. PMBC. Show Low to
Springerville via Vernon on the 1st day; Springerville back to Show Low via
Sunrise on the 2nd day. www.sportsfun.com
July 22 (Sun): TAYLOR HOUSE BENEFIT CENTURY. Absolute Bikes in Flagstaff. For
road bikes. 95, 65 or 45 miles. Includes the Wupatki and Sunset Crater Loop for
the longer option. For info, contact 928-779-5969 or 928-226-0300 or
www.absolutebikes.net.
AUGUST 2006
Aug. 12 & 13: GRAND CANYON TOUR. ABC – Richard Utterback, 602-400-2996, or
richardutterback@msn.com or www.azbikeclub.com.
Aug. 19-20-21: CARE & SHARE FOOD BANK OLD-FASHIONED MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL &
RACE. Absolute Bikes in Flagstaff. www.absolutebikes.net.
SEPTEMBER 2006
Sept. 2-4: THE BLUE LOOP. GABA-Tucson. Morenci to Glenwood, NW; Glenwood to
Alpine, AZ; and Alpine back to Morenci via the famous "Coronado Trail".
www.bikegaba.org Very scenic ride, but demanding and challenging terrain for
experienced riders. Ride Leader: Cliff Papin, (520) 403-5005 or cpapin@fund-net.com.
Sept. 9 & 10 : GILA INNER LOOP. Starting in Silver City, New Mexico. Contact
twinsisters@gilanet.com
Sept. 10 (Sun): OPENING DAY OF “EL TOUR” TRAINING RIDES. GABA-Tucson.
www.bikegaba.org
Sept. ? (Sat) (Sat):11th ANNUAL BENEFIT TOUR OF THE WHITE MTNS. Near Pinetop,
for mountain bikes. Starting at Thunderhorse Ranch, same courses as last year.
New Website for registrations on line, starting mid-June. For info and
registration, www.nrmc.org/twm.htm
OCTOBER 2006
Oct. 1-8: GREAT ARIZONA BICYCLE ADVENTURE. 26th Annual. Grand Canyon to the
Mexican Border - Route may change in 2006. GABA-Tucson. www.bikegaba.org
Oct. 14 (Sat): COCHISE COUNTY CLASSIC XIX. Organized by PBAA.
www.perimeterbicycling.com
Oct. ? (Sat) : MEMORIAL RIDE FOR SAFETY. In Phoenix. PMBC for CAzB.
www.sportsfun.com
Oct. ? (Sun): HEART OF ARIZONA CENTURY. GABA-West Valley, Bullshifters, & ABC.
www.sportsfun.com
Oct. 14 & 15: CAVE CREEK OVERNIGHT RIDE. GABA-Tucson. On east side of the
Chiricahua Mountains, from Road Forks, NM to Portal, AZ.
Oct. 22 (Sun): GENE CHAPMAN MEMORIAL TUMACACORI CENTURY. GABA-Tucson. Most
options start in Sahuarita, south of Tucson, and go to the well-known Tumacacori
Mission. Judy & Bob Bolt, 512-0442 or bojubolt@aol.com or www.bikegaba.org
Oct. 22 (Sun): SOUL RIDE MOUNTAIN BIKE. In Oracle. Todd Sadow, www.epicrides.com
Oct. 21 (Sat): TOUR DE FARM. Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association.
www.tourdefarm.com
Oct. 28 & 29: MS 150. Multiple Sclerosis Society. http://ms150.dsw.nmss.org
Oct 29 (Sun) : PALO VERDE NUCLEAR CENTURY. GABA-West Valley. www.sportsfun.com
NOVEMBER 2006
Nov. 5 (Sun): SILVERBELL CENTURY.
Nov. ? (Sat): McDOWELL CENTURY. ABC. Options for a metric century and a
half-metric century as well. www.azbikeclub.com
Nov. 11 (Sat): EL BIKE SWAP DE TUCSON. GABA-Tucson. On historic 4th Avenue!
Quaint central area where vendors set up on each side of the avenue. Great
turn-out at no charge to anyone! Greg Yares, (520) 323-9020 or yares@cox.net or
www.bikegaba.org.
Nov. 18 (Sat): EL TOUR DE TUCSON XXIV. PBAA. 24th annual. Counterclockwise
course again this year! 4 different options! More than 5,000 riders! Lots of sag
stops along the course, as well as thousands of volunteers to make your
experience a pleasant one! For info, (520) 745-2033 or visit
www.perimeterbicycling.com
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Tucson Az Mtn Standard Time
JUNE
RISE SET
A.M. P.M.
1: 5:18 7:25
7: 5:17 7:28
14: 5:17 7:31
21: 5:18 7:33
28: 5:20 7:34
JULY
RISE SET
A.M. P.M.
1: 5:21 7:34
7: 5:23 7:34
14: 5:27 7:32
21: 5:31 7:29
28: 5:36 7:24
July 8th & 9th 2006
This tour has been attracting participants from out of state, as well as
in-state riders for more than 20 years and has become a favorite of many. Maybe
it's the friendly group of volunteers who transport the luggage, serve up the
great goodies at the sag stops and generally insure that you have the best
weekend possible, that keep folks coming back each year. Let's not forget the
cooler weather with temps averaging from the low 60’s to the mid 80’s and the
dynamic vistas you will encounter while pedaling your bike.
The White Mountain Tour is a two-day fully supported tour including sag support,
emergency mechanical support, plenty of good snacks and luggage delivery to your
hotel or campsite. Saturday night's dinner and a raffle ticket are also included
in the entry fee.
The cost of the tour is $50 for GABA/ABC and $55 for non-members. A $10 late fee
applies after 6/23.
Saturday night dinner, included in the entry fee, will be served from 5 to 7 PM.
Non-riders and family members can purchase dinner for $17 per person. The dinner
menu includes Steak, BBQ chicken, beans, pasta salad, garden salad, watermelon,
biscuits, cobbler & ice cream. After dinner, there will be an Amateur Talent
Contest and Raffle with prizes for those willing to showcase their talents;
those not so bold will have a chance to win raffle prizes.
Free camping on Saturday night including showers facilities. For those whishing
for the more comfortable confines of a motel room, make your reservations at one
those listed below; we will deliver luggage there by 2 PM. Luggage Pickup will
start at 8 AM on Sunday for the return trip.
Start: Staging area will be at Hon-Dah, located 4 miles south of Pinetop at the
junction of Hwy 260 & Hwy 73.
Course: This year, we return to the traditional loop again. Leaving the staging
area at Hon-Dah, ride North on Hwy 260 through Pinetop/Lakeside to Show Low. In
Show Low, turn East onto Hwy 60 and ride to the sag stop located at Midway
Station convenience store in Vernon, about 34 scenic miles from the start. From
there, it's up over a small mountain range, and then a long down to
Springerville/Eagar for a total of 63 miles for Day One.
Day Two start: 8 AM. The ride starts with a gradual climb up to 9,000 feet where
rolling meadows meet the higher peaks of the White Mountains. SAG stop opens at
8:30 AM near the Sunrise turnoff. Then, it's mostly downhill through forests of
aspens and evergreens back to the start for the days total of about 38 miles.
Where to stay in Springerville/Eager:
To contact the following motel, dial 1-928-433-
then dial their individual number:
El Jo Motor Inn 4314 Reeds Motor Lodge 4323
Spanish Trails B & B 4034 Super 8 Motel 2655
Best Western 2540 Corral Motel 2264
Paisley Corner B & B 4665 Rode Inn 4365
Whiting Bros Inn 5870
There is a lot of accommodations in the Pinetop/Lakeside and Show Low areas if
you drive up on Friday evening, or stay over on Sunday night: check the GABA
Phoenix Metro website: www.sportsfun.com.
For more information or questions, contact ride leader Jay Stewart, League of
American Bicyclists, LCI #1196, 480-250-1613 or jay.stewart@honeywell.com. Ask
me about vehicular cycling! Are you a bicycle DRIVER?
WHITE MOUNTAIN TOUR
Pre-Registration Form
July 8 & 9, 2006
ONE FORM PER RIDER.
Photocopies accepted.
Please fill out all the blanks.
Leader: Jay Stewart, 480-250-1613
Or jay.stewart@honeywell.com
Or www.sportsfun.com/gaba
I am currently a GABA member:
(Circle) Yes No
NAME:__________________________________
ADDRESS:_______________________________
CITY:___________________________________
STATE_______ ZIP_____________________
PHONE: ( )________________________
E-MAIL _________________________________
FEE: make check payable to and mail to:
Phoenix Metro Bicycle Club
PO Box 26788, Tempe AZ 85285-6788
GABA/ABC Member: $50 _____
Non-Member: $55 _____
Late fee after 6/23/06 $10 _____
Non-Rider dinner (adult) $17 _____
TOTAL MONEY SENT: $________
Vegetarian (Please circle): Yes No
Your ride fee includes
camping in Springerville and
a great group dinner on Saturday night.
CPSC-approved helmets are mandatory.
STAPLE your SIGNED WAIVER to each form.
Sunday, June 4, 2006
This ride is not for the faint of heart! It will require all the strength that
your legs have, and then some!
Imagine climbing 5,000 feet on a fairly steep dirt road for the first 7 miles,
then continuing on a steeper paved road for the last 5 miles to the summit,
where the grade then gets very steep for the last 1/2 mile! Come enjoy this ride
and find out for yourself if it really is that hard!
Meet at 6 AM at Whipple Visitor Center. Directions: from Tucson, drive south on
I-19 past Green Valley. Exit at Canoa Rd. and continue south on the EAST
frontage road to Elephant Head Rd. Turn LEFT here and continue for a mile or so
until you see Hopkins Rd. Turn RIGHT and continue up this road about 6 miles
until you reach Whipple Visitor Center.
Park your car here and drag your mountain bike out: you are about to find out
what mountain biking is all about! Bring plenty of WATER and energy food! Don't
forget to remember the rewards of fantastic 360 degree views at the top, as you
sweat and grind mile after mile! And, don't go too fast downhill: watch for the
occasional car coming up.
Ride leader: Tom Ward, tward@dakotacom.net or (520) 625-3649.
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Wanted to buy: Woman's 24" frame road bike, 12 speed or more, prefer original
very good condition. Tires not important. Also need a used no-horn men's saddle
and seat post shock absorber. Bud O'Toole, 319-1121. (Tuc)
2001 Meridian Cascade - Beamed Tandem. Captain's compartment: 53 cm. Stoker's
com-partment: adjustable anywhere from Mary Lou Retton to Sheryl Swoopes.
Reasonably well maintained, 10K miles, Phil Woods Hubs, Chris King Headset, Race
Face BBs, Campy shifters adapted to Shimano rear dr, Arai Drum Brake. $2250
O.B.O. Bob/Linda Epstein, rye37@cox.net
26" Meridian tandem frame. Never built. Small/Small, Sun Rhyno Lite 40 spoke
Wheelset, brand new. Race Face 170/170 crankset, 2 Race Face ti bottom brackets.
We're taking a loss @ $2000. Bob and Linda Epstein, rye37@cox.net.
Ksyrium Wheelset. Good shape, but missing some decals. Clinchers. $325 O.B.O.
Bob & Linda Epstein, rye37@cox.net.
Helium Wheelset. Clinchers. $250 O.B.O. Bob & Linda Epstein,
rye37@cox.net.
May 10th 2006 Meeting
Report By Richard E “Rich” Corbett
#1: BAC Elections: Clanagan went over the list the candidates that were willing
to run: Chair, Diana Tolton; Vice-Chair, Wayne Cullop; Secretary, Richard
Corbett; and Parliamentarian, Brian Beck. A motion was passed unanimously to
elect these new BAC Officers.
#2: Law Enforcement Reports and Related Issues: Tucson Police Sergeant Tim Beam
reported that there were 23 bicycle-motor vehicle crashes last month. The fault
is still about 50-50, between dumb things bicycle riders do, such as riding
against traffic, riding at night with no lights, and running traffic signals and
stop signs. Wayne Cullop asked if it would be possible to get data on the top 4
or 5 crash types. Beam said he will check. Corbett said he has the entire Pima
County (and all jurisdictions in it) compiled for 10+ years with crash types in
it, and he can send this to Cullop.
Pima County Sheriff’s Sergeant Karl Woolridge reported that there were 5
bicycle-motor vehicle crashes in unincorporated Pima County in April, including
4 with injuries. He then introduced his replacement to the BAC, Sgt Bill Murphy,
as Woolridge is being promoted to Lieutenant.
Jean Gorman asked if it is possible to get support for the planned May 17th
"Ride of Silence", as she observed the one last year, and felt that there were
less than safe actions by some participants. Tucson Police Lt Mike Pryor
answered that Gorman should contact the 'special duty officer'.
#3: Call to the Public: Citizen Eric Gonnason thanked the Police for their
informative reports and responses, and stated he still cycles safely in our
community, and urges all to operate their bicycles as vehicles.
Citizen Eric Post cited a case where a cyclist hit a sand bag and crashed,
resulting in a large judgment against the City. He went on to describe a sign
near the Dodge Road Rillito bridge that points such that it makes no sense. Zoll
responded that the sign was placed for a crosswalk - not a bikeway, and will be
changed soon. Post asked about broken glass from car crashes swept into the bike
lanes. Lt Pryor answered that many crash scenarios do not involve the police or
a tow truck, so the glass is simply left.
#4: BAC Retreat and Approval of Retreat Agenda: Cullop went over the proposed
agenda for the May 13th BAC Retreat:
6:30 AM: Bike group ride starts at the Ward VI Office. 8:30 AM: Cleanup after
ride & morning refreshments. 9:00 AM: Discuss current meeting format and
agendas. 9:30 AM: Discuss BAC's 5 year 'vision' (break out groups). 11:00 AM:
Discuss and consolidate breakout groups' visions. 11:45 AM: Working Lunch -
Discuss goals to move BAC to its vision. 12:30 PM: Discuss how to achieve
specific goals (break out groups). 1:15 PM: Break out Groups' reports. 1:45 PM:
Recap meeting, and what is next step.
Brian Beck asked about goal setting, as the BAC has 6 purposes in the by-laws
and about implementation & follow up. Cullop said this session is more of an
un-restrained brainstorming event, and that while the agenda needs to be
followed, there is room to address relevant matters. A motion was made and
passed unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented.
#5: Motorized Bicycles; Electric Bikes: Lt Pryor stated that a bill (HB 2796)
before the legislature would take the recently developed and more frequently
seen motorized bicycles from their current legal status of mopeds (requiring
licensing, workable brakes & lights) to an essentially unregulated status. Matt
Zoll mentioned his experiences with higher speed motorized bikes on shared use
paths, and his perception of the dangers they represent.
Melissa Antol said California has a separate legal definition for electric
bikes.
Jonathon Mabry asked for clarification: current law keeps motorized bikes out of
bike lanes, and the proposed change would allow them to be in bike lanes
legally.
John Fleming suggested that police enforcement actions be taken – Lt Pryor
replied that they already were taking enforcement actions.
Rosemary Carmody asked Zoll where the Sheriff’s Department stands on this issue
– Zoll responded that he did not know, but would find out and E-mail the BAC the
answer.
Aversa suggested that members log on, and go to the Arizona Legislature’s
website (http://www.azleg.state.az.us/), then contact their legislators thru the
website, expressing concern or support as the case may be. She asked that a
report of what happened to this Bill be on the June BAC Agenda.
Bill Adamson mentioned golf carts sharing shoulder lanes in Green Valley,
without any problems. Carmody said she sees a significant difference between
Green Valley and metro Tucson. Dave Boston agreed that Green Valley is
different, and stated that the motorized bikes in question (manu-factured in
Tucson by “Spooky Tooth”) are designed for ‘hot doggers’, and do not mix
well/safely with human-powered travel. Zoll said he understands that bike shops
will not work on the motorized bikes, because they are not equipped with
adequate brakes, lights or other basic safety equipment.
#6: TDOT Response to Barraza-Broadway Letter: Antol reported that she met with
Traffic Engineering, and went over the recommendation in the letter, and TDOT
Director Jim Glock is willing to pay for the striping/signing needed, but ADOT’s
permission is needed first. Traffic Administrator Richard Nassi will meet with
the ADOT Regional Traffic Engineer to work this out.
#7: TE Enhancement Grant Applications and Support: Six Applications for
Transportation Enhancement Funds were presented to the Committee, seeking
support. Zoll gave an overview of the TE Process for Committee members who are
unfamiliar. The TE Process has been in place for 13 years, and sets a maximum
per grant of $500,000. PAG runs the process for our regions, and then the top
ranked projects go on to the State Committee. Following discussion, a motion was
made, and passed unanimously, to authorize the Chair to write support letters
for the applications.
#8: BAC Reports & Announcements: Zoll pointed out that the regional bike & ped
safety campaign is almost ready for ‘launch’, and displayed 2 of the large signs
that will be used on bus benches and shelters. Attention Transit has been very
generous with their display of past safety messages, and is expected to do so
again.
Corbett announced that the Award Ceremony will be held June 2nd at 9:30 am, at
the Snake Bridge. Andy Clark, the LAB Executive Director, will present the
regional Gold Award to Mayor Walkup, the Chair of the PAG Regional Council at
this time. Also speaking will be Supervisor Ramón Valadez, Chair of the Regional
Transportation Authority (RTA). Corbett also pointed out that our award is the
first regional (multiple jurisdictions) award in the nation, and that the
Platinum Committee will be starting up again.
Zoll will lead a ride before the ceremony, starting at the north end of the
snake bridge at 7 AM, and returning there at 9 AM.
George Dudley announced that this is his last meeting, and mentioned the Green
Valley photo exhibit featuring cyclists.
Melissa Antol stated that she believes that 2 recent resignations from the BAC
need special recognition – former Chair Jesse Morales, and former vice-Chair Roy
Schoonover. It will be addressed at the next Platinum Committee.
Aversa reminded all of the GABA-Tucson Bike Safety/Driver Courses offered in
conjunction with Pima County & City of Tucson; also known as “Road I”.
For More Information: If you have any bicycle related concern, you are invited
to attend the T-PCBAC meetings, which take place the 2nd Wednesday of each
month, 6 to 8 PM, at Himmel Library (Treat Ave & 1st St), and present your
concern during the "Call to the Public". You may also call the appropriate
Bicycle Coordinator: Richard Corbett, PAG 792-1093, Melissa Antol, City of
Tucson 791-4372, Matthew Zoll, Pima County 740-6747, or Nancy Ellis, Oro Valley
229-5057.
Poem submitted by Jan Manietta
I bought myself a bike today
Although in bits and pieces.
I thought how practical,
how functional,
how economical
to use pedal power instead of wasting fuel.
Arriving before sunrise,
moving from vendor to vendor
searching for everything required,
like a hen pecking at the ground.
Tires, wheels, handlebars,
stem, seat post, saddle, spokes
rims, derailleur, chain ring, front light, back flasher
Brake calipers, brake levers, brake pads, brake shoes
What else?
Clipless pedals, platform pedals, toe clips, toe straps,
Then pants, shirts, socks, helmet, gloves,
windbreaker, leggings, a beanie with the brim up
And of course a bell – which tone rings my chime?
Like a rainbow swirling around me,
Red, yellow, pinstriped, powder coated, metal flaked.
What color frame should I choose?
Bickering and bartering,
jostling with other bikers dressed in their regalia,
colors of all hues,
preening like peacocks,
walking like penguins in their shoes.
The sun rises and spills over buildings,
shade shifting from one side of the street to the other.
Hours of poking around,
hungry, thirsty, tired, and greasy.
I bought myself a bike today.
I’d better plan on riding it regularly
because now I can’t afford gasoline.
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200 Miles in one day? You’ve got to be kidding!
by Scott Jacobsen
Most people think us GABA folks are out of our minds riding in Tucson traffic on
a regular basis. They may be right. But many of us think riding a double
century, or 200 miles, in a day takes a bit of a crazy person.
Back in the days of the pre-GABA organization of Los Turistas, a group of guys
with their testosterone in overdrive (me among them), decided to get a small
group together to determine what it would take to do a successful double
century. One of the primary instigators of this idea was a fellow named Gordon
Aplin, who went around saying, “I want to do a ride that’s not for
‘candy-asses.’” For him, a century wasn’t enough—everyone, he claimed, was doing
those. What we needed was at least twice the norm to count for anything. There
was even talk of a triple century!
“Okay, Gordon,” we said, “you can go off and do a triple by yourself. But first,
let’s talk about how we’re going to do a double…one step at a time, please.”
“Alright, alright,” he relented, smiling devilishly. We’d taken his bait, so he
was happy.
Doing a century was, as Gordon said, something all of us on the planning
committee had done many times without support. But a double century was another
thing. For starters, we wanted something that was do-able, meaning no Blue
Loop-type terrain to slow us down. This ride had to be accomplished in as much
daylight as possible, preferably finishing before sunset.
Okay, so we needed to do this ride during a time of year with plenty of daylight
hours, right? Someone suggested the summer solstice. Uh, yeah, right…a double
century in the middle of June in the desert…sure we can do it then if you’d like
to be peeled off the blacktop out in Jackrabbit somewhere (yes, this ride went
through Jackrabbit, AZ). Let’s think a little earlier in the year, guys, maybe
sometime in May: not too insufferably hot, and plenty of daylight by then.
Nevertheless, it was realized by all that there was a good chance we’d have to
ride in the dark for a while since we weren’t world-class riders, and none of us
had personal sags to tend to mechanical failures or flat tires. That left us
with a choice of dark riding in the morning or evening. As desert dwellers, we
had no problem making the decision to take advantage of the cool, pre-dawn hours
of traffic-free streets.
That out of the way, there remained the route selection and the support required
dictated by that choice. We could do a couple of circuits around the valley,
sort of like a double El Tour. That way, we could get water just about anywhere,
and there were plenty of Circle K’s en route to get munchies. Nah, too much
traffic and stop lights to slow us down…even back in 1980. So, where do we go to
get in 200 miles without a bunch of hills? Time to break out the maps.
I traveled to the local library and made copies of Pima county topographical
maps which covered areas west of Tucson. A couple more planning meetings of our
little committee produced a route we all could live with.
The Pagago Desert Double Century would start promptly at 4 AM in front of the U
of A Student Union and head west to Mission Rd., south to Ajo Hwy., and then
west onto the Papago Indian Reservation through Sells to Quijotoa, where the
route turned north on Route 15. A long, gently curving downhill brings us to the
Papago capital of Santa Rosa to mark the first century! Oh, man, this ride is
only half over? Onward past Jackrabbit to Battaglia Rd. where we venture east to
Eloy to jump on the frontage road back to Tucson and the finish at Ina and I-10.
Looks good, guys. Good rural route, and only a few rollers between Three Points
and Quijotoa and they’re in the first part of the ride when we’re nice and
fresh. From there it’s downhill or flat. Definitely something we’re not afraid
of…at least, not us crazy people!
Finally, there was the matter of our rural route. The Papago (today known as
Tohono O’odham) villages along a significant portion of the route had
questionable sources of water and food, so we decided that there was a need for
at least one support vehicle, which would leap-frog our group between designated
stops. Since there were only to be 9 riders, this seemed adequate, and, after
all was said and done, it proved sufficient. Also, since we were doing this on
our own ticket besides a paltry contribution for the sag vehicle’s gas, we
provided the sag driver with our own favorite energy goodies. We needed the
types of food that each of us knew worked best for our individual systems. The
sag driver, Phil Smith, was generous enough to lay it out for beverages such as
water, iced tea and Gatorade, the only real energy drink available in 1980. Iced
tea was very good late in the ride…it was cold and provided a nice caffeine
boost.
The first weekend in May gave us a sunrise time of 5:38 AM, and perhaps a half
hour of useful twilight, which meant a minimum of one hour of riding in the
dark. About half of our brave group decided to ride in the beam of the sag
vehicle’s headlights for that period, and the rest taped flashlights to their
bars and in one case (mine), a small front fork-mounted generator light came in
handy. As I recall, a couple of the flashlight bearers had to ride in the beam
of my little generator light because of malfunction or low flashlight batteries.
“I thought they would last!” cried one of them.
By the time we reached Three Points, it was light enough to ride without
supplemental lighting, and it was here at the first designated sag that all of
us that could (save me with my mounted generator), dumped the weight of lights
in the vehicle.
That was when the wind hit.
The weatherman had predicted a southwest wind at 20 to 30 miles per hour all
day. Until we arrived at Three Points there was virtually no wind, which
bolstered our confidence that the weather guy had got it all wrong. Were we ever
wrong about that! Most people, who have biked out that way to ride up Kitt Peak,
are familiar with the lazy “S” curve just west of Three Points…that was where
the wall of wind lived, and we slammed into it like it was made of bricks. I had
to gear down twice to relieve the strain, and I rode mostly on the drops, even
when off the front of our quickly-formed pace line—it was that nasty. We put our
heads down and simply waited to turn out of the wind in Quijotoa to head
northeastward to Santa Rosa.
It was a giant relief to have that wind mostly at our backs, and a bonus was the
screaming 13-mile downhill that laid us out on the flats where Santa Rosa is
situated. When we arrived in town, the main road curved west and around the
town, but we stayed straight, and had our “lunch” stop in a town park.
It was 10 AM…not bad. The first century, despite the wind, had ticked by in a
mere 6 hours.
For some of us, the wind had already taken its toll, even after the nice
recovery time of the downhill. Suffering riders ate slowly and deliberately, as
if their food was distasteful…the sign of nausea from overexertion. The rest of
us wolfed down the refreshment we’d packed in the sag car. Driver Phil Smith had
plenty of experience with operating his body under stress for prolonged periods,
and offered helpful advice for those in need of it. One of the suffering riders
was anxious to get underway, but Phil talked him into remaining longer than he
wanted to give his body a chance to catch up with itself, along with more time
to take sustenance. He also convincingly pointed out that reestablishing a pace
line wasn’t so important with the giant wind at the rear. I think that was the
line that got through the poor guy’s fuzzy thoughts, and he relaxed for another
20 minutes with Phil and me to keep him company. I was tired when I arrived in
Santa Rosa, but I quickly recovered during the break. However, I wasn’t trained
up as well as some of the participants and I wasn’t sorry to see them disappear
as they left the sag. I rode with this guy for maybe 20 miles after the lunch
stop, and he was falling behind again by the time we arrived at the Jackrabbit
stop.
Jackrabbit amounted to nothing more that a slight widening of the road and a
gravel road that peeled off of Route 15. There were no visible structures, no
sign of civilization at all…at least, not from the road…nothing but the
scattered population of creosote and wilted saguaros of the low desert. By now,
the air was bordering on hot, and I was really glad we weren’t doing this any
later in the season. Then again, I thought, a week hence the wind would likely
be a whisper compared with today’s gale.
Soon after Jackrabbit was Battaglia Road, which took us east to the north end of
the town of Picacho and we turned north just east of I-10 for a circuit of farm
roads for a few miles so we would accumulate the full 200 miles. Another rest
stop occurred along an irrigation ditch just before we were to turn south into a
raging, almost-in-the-face headwind. To give you an idea of the wind’s ferocity,
I had to shift down to my next to lowest gear…on the flat. There were areas of
freshly-tilled acreage along this stretch where the blowing dust was so thick I
could barely see 10 feet in front of the bike…fortunately there was a wide
shoulder to ride on and a freshly painted white line to guide any hapless,
dust-blinded motorists.
When we finally arrived at the frontage road, it was a big relief even to have a
horrendous cross-wind. Peter Rathman, one of the original Los Turistas members
was my companion at this point and we took a short unscheduled respite in the
lee of some large oleander that lined Frontage Rd. By now, 3 riders had dropped
out, leaving the finishing 6. The rider I had encouraged at the lunch stop had
dropped out at the previous irrigation ditch stop,and the other 2, perhaps
encouraged by the first dropout, did so soon after turning into the wind…I was
almost envious of them.
As we cycled with the cross-wind, Peter and I rode side by side, alternately
taking turns near the curb to provide a wind break, a relief which was largely
psychological, but it did help. The long, straight stretch along the freeway
gave us little distraction from our misery…we were tired of all this saddle
time, tired of the wind…just plain tired. The final scheduled stop at Marana and
the Freeway gave a couple of people flat tires from a scattering of goat head
thorns. Fortunately, I was in the habit of dismounting before I left the
pavement and then checking my tires before putting my weight back on the bike…I
discovered neat rows of those pesky thorns along the circumference of both tires
and I carefully plucked them out. Thankfully, none of the little nasties sank
deep enough to puncture the tubes. As Peter and I departed, I advised Phil to
warn trailing cyclists of the hazard.
Only twelve miles to go now, and my spirits lifted. Peter and I, with a
last-gasp adrenaline rush, sprinted the last quarter-mile to the finish. The sun
was just beginning to set. As I remember, three or four cyclists finished in the
twilight, but none had to ride in complete darkness. Peter and I finished in 15½
hours…the second century took over 9 hours!
I can’t remember who I hitched a ride with to take me back into town, but I
ended up engaging my generator light and riding the last mile or so back home.
When I arrived, I inspected my bike and noticed the windward side of my chain
was actually colored tan from all the accumulated dust!
When we finished the ride, everyone swore they would never do such a foolish
thing again. It was just too painful. But nobody remembers pain.
For the next 5 years, I did repeat performances, improving my time each year as
I gained experience with long-distance riding. Some of you reading this, no
doubt have participated in rides like the Cochise Classic whose terrain and
intensity make the old Papago Desert Double seem like a walk in the park, but in
the days when a cyclist on Tucson’s streets was a bit of a rarity, a double
century was big-time riding indeed.
In following years, the Papago Desert Double was enjoyed by Race Across America
organizers Lon Haldeman and his Wife Susan Notorangelo on their tandem, and the
ride was also used as an official “qualifying points” ride for the
Paris-Brest-Paris 700-mile marathon.
GABA hasn’t conducted this ride for several years…is it because we’re smart
enough to stick to centuries? Maybe.
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By Matthew Zoll, Pima County Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Manager
Sometimes you shoot for the stars and only make it to the moon-but hey, that's
still quite an achievement!
The League of American Bicyclists, a 125-year old organization that promotes
safer conditions for cyclists across the U.S., in April 2006 designated the
Tucson-Pima Eastern Region a Gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community.
Five U.S. municipalities have been awarded Gold and one (Davis, CA) has
deservedly received Platinum, the highest award. However, ours is the first and
only region in the United States that has achieved the Gold level!
The Tucson-Pima Eastern Region, consisting of the municipalities of Marana, Oro
Valley, Sahuarita, South Tucson, and Tucson, plus the Tohono O'Odham Nation, the
Pascua Yaqui Tribe and Pima County, decided to submit a joint application
because of the work each of these entities has been doing to promote cycling.
Inspired and initiated by former Tucson-Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee
member Bill Katzel, a "Platinum Challenge" committee was pulled together
consisting of members of the public and agency staff. The goal was to have the
region designated a Platinum-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League in
2006.
Although we didn't quite reach that level this year, Gold is an exciting and
wonderful designation that will inspire the region to keep working on bicycle
safety programs and projects that will some day get us to the Platinum level.
The League will again evaluate us in 2008 and by then we should have made
substantial gains in constructing more bikeway facilities, implementing a
popular Safe Routes to Schools program for elementary schools, developing a
comprehensive middle school bicycle education program, promoting bicyclist
safety using all methods of media, developing a strong education-enforcement
program that places high emphasis on bicyclist and pedestrian safety, and taking
a number of other measures to promote bicycling and walking.
Many thanks to all the hard work by the Platinum Challenge committee members,
and here's hoping we'll make that Platinum level in just a couple more years!
For more information on the League's Bicycle Friendly Community program, please
visit www.bikeleague.org.
Reprinted from Walkin' & Rollin', Pima County Dept. of Transportation
newsletter, June & July 2006. 2006.
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By Matthew Zoll, Pima County Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Manager
In May Pima County and the City of Tucson began displaying signs that promote
bicyclist and pedestrian safety as part of a regional safety and education
campaign. The signs were put up throughout the metropolitan area at bus stop
displays run by Attention Transit Advertising.
The campaign is supported by a $454,000 federal grant administered by the
Arizona Department of Transportation and by a substantial contribution of local
funds.
The 4-foot by 6-foot bus shelter signs and "Share the Streets" bus bench signs
will be run for a six-week period and then after a brief break a new rotation of
signs with different safety messages will be displayed. Over the course of a
year four rotations of signs will be shown throughout the region totaling over
24 weeks of coverage. The program is intended to continue for several more
years.
The signs are one component of a safety campaign that includes Public Safety
Advertisements on radio and TV, bicycle safety classes for youth and adults,
enhanced police emphasis on bicyclist, pedestrian, and motorist education, and
other measures to promote safety. The campaign is complemented by a Governor's
Office of Highway Safety grant that the City of Tucson is administering to
promote bicyclist and pedestrian safety.
If you have thoughts for ways to improve safety outreach, please contact us at
740-6403 or at 791-4372.
A big thanks to Attention Transit Advertising for their strong support in
promoting bicyclist and pedestrian safety!
Reprinted from Walkin' & Rollin', Pima County Dept. of Transportation
newsletter, June & July 2006. 2006.
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By Matthew Zoll, Pima County Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Manager
When City of Tucson Mayor Bob Walkup received a request from his son to join him
and his family in riding El Tour de Tucson, he knew he couldn't pass it up.
The mayor heard about the bicycle safety classes taught by Pima County staff and
citizen volunteers and he immediately signed up for a League of American
Bicyclists Road 1 bicycle safety class in April.
The mayor then spoke with Jim Glock, Director of the City of Tucson Department
of Transportation and a long-time bicycle commuter, about his new Breezer Uptown
8-speed commuter bicycle. Sure enough, the mayor showed up to the first class
with a new Breezer as well.
For a gentleman who hasn't been on a bicycle in 50 years (but who has ridden
motorcycles extensively over that time and has taken the Motorcycle Safety
Foundation's safety training course), the mayor performed capably on the
bicycle. The bike safety drills were a breeze, so to speak, for the mayor and he
deftly handled the 4th Avenue trolley tracks without a hitch.
The mayor was joined by twelve other persons in the Road 1 class, which included
participants as young as 10 years of age. In addition to a free bike light kit
and frame pump, participants were treated to lunch at Time Market as part of the
class.
For future classes we plan to also distribute free high-quality helmets and
safety reflective tape, along with the pumps and bike lights and of course a
filling and tasty lunch. If you or anyone you know would be interested in the
LAB bicycle safety classes, please contact us at 740-6403.
Many thanks to Pima Street Bikes, Fair Wheel Bicycle Shop, and Ordinary Bikes
for their support of these classes and thanks to Bicycle Advisory Committee
member Donna Aversa for helping teach the courses!
Reprinted from Walkin' & Rollin', Pima County Dept. of Transportation
newsletter, June & July 2006. 2006.
New Members:
Matt Rotando; Orland Crooks; Andrea Lightfoot; Pete Cunningham; Richard
Schaeffer; Kent Johnson; Mike King; Marie Olson; Pamela Morris; Mayo Allen;
Victor Gaba; Michael Gaba; Bruce Schadow & Patricia Telk; Louise Girard; Jim &
Pat Diamond; Brian Nikkari; James Davison; Cathi Ross; Craig Bellmann &
Stephanie Pearmain; Peter Stockberger.
Renewing Members:
Jeanne Mayer; Robert Wright; Jeremiah Sbarra; Troy Peterson; Pat Uebel;
Catherine Crandall; Michele Switzky; Jon & Cathy Hoffman; Dan Selmer; Bryon
Whiteaker; Dave Tacey & Kathy Cordo; Brian & Terri Chimera; Michael Woodlock;
Mary Louise Callesen; Kevin Dwyer; Jim Elkan; Chad Kurtzman; Pam & Brian Larkins;
Brenden & Amanda O'Brian; Larry & Joy Prewitt;
Robert Ross; George & Theresa Schnepf; Don & Barbara Supper; Jackie & Mo
Thompson; Doug & Bonnie Thompson; Tony Williamson; Philip Simpson; Thurston
Smith; Sam Wymer; Yolanda Sotelo.
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Sept. 29 - Oct. 7, 2006
Join us for the experience of a lifetime! This Tour will take you from the edge
of the Grand Canyon through pine forests and high deserts, to lower elevations
with giant Saguaros! Start training now in order to make this exciting Tour a
pleasant experience! With 546 miles of riding over 7 days - an average of 78
miles per day - and a total elevation gain of over 30,000 feet, you must prepare
and increase your stamina over the summer.
The Tour starts at the South Entrance of the Grand Canyon, and ends in Tucson.
There is an optional bus trip and bike transport from Phoenix to the Grand
Canyon on Saturday, Sept. 30 for $55 per person.
DAY #1: Sunday, Oct. 1st.
Tusayan to Gray Mountain:
68 miles & 3,800 ft of climbing.
Pedal along the East Rim Drive savoring the beauty of the "Number One" tourist
attrac-tion in the world, the Grand Canyon! Enjoy fantastic views of the Little
Colorado River Gorge as you refuel at the Sag Stop. See the stark beauty of the
high desert plateau of the Navajo Nation Reservation.
DAY #2: Monday, Oct. 2nd.
Gray Mountain to Flagstaff:
66 miles & 4,700 ft of climbing.
An incredibly scenic loop through American treasures, Sunset Crater and Wupatki
Nat'l Monuments with numerous ruins, miles of ancient Bonito Lava Flow and
dramatic views of the Sunset Crater volcanic cone, and of Humphreys Peak,
Arizona's highest point at 12,663 feet.
DAY #3: Tuesday, Oct. 3rd.
Flagstaff to Camp Verde:
65 miles & 2,000 ft of climbing.
Thrilling descents and spectacular scenery. Stop at Oak Creek Canyon Overlook to
savor the vistas. Steep and narrow descent into Oak Creek Canyon as you pedal
through the red rock country of carved cliffs and the rock formations of Sedona.
DAY #4: Wednesday, Oct. 4th.
Camp Verde to Payson:
57 miles & 5,000 ft of climbing.
Follow General Crook Trail: regain all the elevation lost the day before. Crest
over the Mogollon Rim and prepare for steep descents through Strawberry (great
pies) and Pine.
DAY #5: Thursday, Oct. 5th.
Payson to Show Low:
98 miles & 4,200 ft of climbing.
Cycle through beautifully forested area of the Rim Country. See first hand some
of the devastation caused by Arizona's largest wildfire, the Rodeo-Chedeski fire
of 2002.
DAY #6: Friday, Oct. 6th.
Show Low to San Carlos:
92 miles & 6,200 ft of climbing.
Ride through the spectacular Salt River Canyon. A swift descent takes you to the
river; test your legs as you climb out of the canyon. Incredible views as you
pedal thru Arizona's mini Grand Canyon.
DAY #7: Saturday, Oct.7th.
San Carlos to Tucson:
100 mi & 5,300 ft of climbing.
Climb over scenic El Capitan Pass, followed by a 3,000 foot drop into the Gila
River Gorge. Marvel at the magnificent Catalina Mountains as you near Tucson.
Return Optional Transportation: On Sunday, Oct. 8, there is an optional bus trip
and bike transport from Tucson back to Phoenix for $45 per person.
Temperatures - What to expect:
Temperatures may be very cool at higher elevations with possible frost at night
and early mornings. It can and does rain and snow in Arizona! At lower
elevations, temperatures can reach 100 degrees at times.
Lodging:
A motel option is available for those who do not want to camp. A list of host
lodging options will be furnished after you register.
Camping:
The camping site is usually at the daily host motels. Showers are provided. No
indoor camping available.
Luggage:
We allow a maximum of 2 duffel bags per person at a maximum of 40 lbs per bag.
Luggage is transported daily to the day's destination.
Meals:
The Tour includes 6 group dinners as well as afternoon snacks. Vegetarian
options are offered.
Sag Stops along the course:
At designated locations, we will set up quality food stops with a variety of
fresh fruits, juices, great snacks, luncheon meats and sandwich makings.
Mechanic Support:
A mechanic will accompany our Tour for minor repairs and adjustments. Make sure
that your bike is in top condition before you leave home.
Training:
We recommend that cyclists build up to 50-80 miles per day, and try multi-day
riding before the Tour. And since there are lots of hills on this Tour, riders
should especially train for hill climbing - strong legs will make your
experience much more satisfying.
Massages:
A massage team usually accompanies the Tour and scheduling can be done each day.
Bike shipping:
Bikes may be shipped ahead of time to a bike shop in Phoenix for assembly,
including a safety check. Information on this service will be furnished after
registration.
The 26th Annual Great Arizona Bicycle Adventure is limited to 200 riders.
Register as soon as possible to make sure that 2006 will be the year of your
"special adventure" from the Grand Canyon at the north edge of Arizona all the
way south to Tucson, only 60 miles from the border with Mexico! For more
information, please call our message info line at: 520-349-5932.
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Tuesday, July 4th
The Tour for Tucson’s Children was created in response to the passage of the
1994 Bicycle Helmet Ordinance. At the time, we were concerned with the
inevitable need there would be to provide helmets for low-income youth.
The Tucson Parks and Recreation Department and Tucson Fire Department were
already actively involved in a bicycle safety program. As a result of both
departments’ commitment to Childhood Injury Prevention Programs, the staff from
both these departments became the event organizers and have continued to manage
the Tour since its inception. GABA has been a strong and active supporter of the
event. GABA assists with the promotion of the event through its newsletters, has
made considerable annual donations, and encourages its members to participate in
the event.
The start/finish line for all events is on the East Side of the Tucson
Convention Center. This is also where the venue is located. On site
registration, packet pick up and refreshments are all located in the venue.
The 3-mile walk and the 6½ & 10-mile rides will take you through downtown and
along the Santa Cruz River path. The 27-mile ride takes you out west along
Mission, Irvington, Valencia and a short part of Ajo before returning you
downtown. Participation medals are handed out to all event participants.
The Tour for Tucson’s Children board members would like to extend its gratitude
to the GABA Board of Director’s and its members for their continued support of
the Tour for Tucson’s Children event. We are looking forward to continuing this
long-standing relationship.
27-mile challenge 6:00 AM start
3-mile Run/Walk 6:05 AM start
10-mile Family Ride 6:45 AM start
6½-mile Family Ride 6:45 AM start
½-mile Kid's Ride (6 and under) and activities 8:00 AM start
Adults 16+: $15 (on or before 6/21, $20 after 6/21)
Youth Under 16: $10 (on or before 6/21, $15 after 6/21)
Kids event is free and includes ½-mile kids ride, Jumping Castle, Obstacle
Course, Arts & Crafts Project, Face Painting and Carnival Games.
Packet pick up is July 1st: 10 AM-5 PM @ 900 S. Randolph Way and
at the venue on 7/4.
Proceeds benefit Tucson SAFEKIDS Injury Prevention Program.
Registration forms will be available by May 22 at the following websites:
www.ci.tucson.az.us and www.active.com.
For more information, call Lisa at 791-4969, or
lisa.sommer@tucsonaz.gov.
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October 1 -7 , 2006
By Mike Kitchen
Oh another typical winter weekend day! Maybe the weather even allowed you to get
out for a change and do a ride with some friends. So here you sit with the
buddies, enjoying an after-ride breakfast or worse, your bike has been hooked to
the trainer in the basement for the past two months and you all drove to the
favorite hangout just to reflect back to the time when you were cycling.
Breakfast done, coffees being enjoyed, and it is time to think about what is
going to happen this summer.
Sure you have the normal weekend rides that are always fun and the trip to
___________ to see ___________ with _________ (feel free to fill in the blanks
as applicable). But, come on now, there has to be more to summer than that.
OOOOh yeah, there is that state ride in Iowa or Indiana or ___________ (again,
fill in the blank as applicable) that you have been doing for the past ten
years. You would hate to miss out on that. After all you did that ride last
vacation and the vacation before that and the time ... Fact of the matter is
that you have done that ride so many times, you could send the bike on it's own
since it has done the ride so often that it knows the way.
"But wait a minute" you say, I have always done that ride and I have always had
a good time. "I see the same people every year and we all have a good time and
you must admit that I know the route." I can't argue with you, _________ is a
great ride and it may even qualify as one of the truly great rides of all time.
Allow me to digress here for a bit; I love Mexican food, I mean I really love
the stuff. I go into withdrawals when I do not get a fix on a regular basis but
I don't eat it every night and if I did I would be pretty tired of it by fifth
or sixth time. You getting my drift here? Things get a bit old and stale and
(hold onto your hats here) CHANGE IS GOOD! Is that ride as exciting now as it
was the first time you did it?
Now let me tell you something about the GRAND CANYON TO TUCSON Tour. GABA-Tucson
has been putting on this ride for twenty four years and they know what they are
doing. Did you know that Arizona has secret highways? Like other states, we have
the freeways to get the motorists from point A to point B, but in addition, we
have the beautiful two-lane highways that are hidden amongst the forests and
deserts that we just do not tell people about unless they are on a bicycle. They
are great roads, with nice surface, decent shoulders and just made for cycling.
The best part of it is that there are few motorists for most of these routes.
How many rides start off at one of the Seven Wonders of the World? If you have
not seen the Grand Canyon, you need to, and if you have seen it you probably
need to see it again. There are few things in this world that help to put our
little concerns in perspective as effectively as standing on the edge of the
Canyon.
How many rides take you through well-preserved Indian ruins? Or for that matter,
ancient lava flows and extinct volcanoes? Have you ever gotten to ride through
the largest Ponderosa Pine forest in the country? When was the last time you
traveled through Zane Grey country?
In addition to the above, the Cross State Tour will be traveling along the
Mogollon Rim, through miles and miles of pine forests, with lots of scenic ups
and downs.
The final days are as gorgeous as days past. Fresh out from breakfast, the route
heads south again over El Capitan. Yep, another climb but like the others it's
not too steep and the scenery is more than sufficient to keep you enjoying the
ride. Ah, a wonderful downhill and this time through the resplendent Gila River
Gorge, and then alongside the Catalina mountains to the finish in Tucson.
Have you ever been on a Cross State Tour that had "those-in-motels" miles away
from "those-that-are-camping"? Not so with GABA. Whether camping or motelling,
it's important that we all stay together.
I am not real big on standing in line in the morning to brush my teeth or in the
afternoon to take a shower. When I ride all day, I want to relax when I am done,
and not have to work to get fed or clean. GABA keeps the amount of cyclists to a
low count so that everyone gets to know one another, and waiting in line just
does not happen.
I love getting to see new areas; most all towns have something that catches
one's attention, but when you get to that town with 2,000 other cyclists, you
overwhelm the entire area. You are not seeing a town; you are entering a giant
concession stand.
Having done quite a bit of solo touring in my day, I have learned to cook pretty
well, and of course, there is the occasional restaurant to break up the
monotony, but the meals are not something I look forward to. On GABA's Cross
State Tour, there is no need to look for places to eat, though there are many
along the route. This outfit feeds you so well that if you leave the table
hungry it's your own fault! That goes for sag stops and for meals.
That does not mean that anyone should skip the world famous pie at Strawberry,
or breakfast burritos big enough to feed a whole paceline when in Payson; one
always needs to sample local specialties, but the Tour food is good and there is
a lot of it! That emergency Power Bar in your seat bag might just sit there for
the entire trip.
"Well gee wiz, I just don't know-I have heard that there are a lot of hills on
the Arizona Cross State Tour and I'm just not sure I want to try and tackle
that." You got me there Bub, we do have hills and we will be climbing them and
going down too. In fact, if it will make you feel any better there is more down
hill that up, but you will be climbing! If you go to the GABA web site,
www.bikegaba.org then you can get an idea of just how each day's ride is going
to go.
No, we cannot promise that you will cruise through flat corn and soybean fields
all day; we offer much more, but you will have to work at it. Between now and
October, you are going to have to get in some long miles, and you probably need
to search out some hills and climb them as well. But all this is doable and very
rewarding. Let me put this in perspective; I am old, I am overweight, and I ride
a recumbent, and if I can do this ride and enjoy it, then most anybody can do it
as well.
So instead of doing that _________ (once again fill in the blank with the ride
that best applies) ride again, come on out and ride the GRAND CANYON TO TUCSON
Tour 2006. I promise that they will take great care of you and you will have a
ride under your belt that you will reflect on for years to come!
25th Annual
Grand Canyon to the Border Bicycle Tour
October 1st-8th, 2005
Information Message Line: (520) 349-5932
Website: www.bikegaba.org
Call and ask for your brochure today!
Monday, July 10, 2006, at 7 PM
By Pam Cullop, Social Director
“Roll Out Those Lazy Hazy Crazy Days of Summer”, and that is how we will spend
our evening together, on Monday, July 10th.
Join us for the 2nd Annual Eegee Social Night, In Lieu of the Regular Monthly
Meeting.
On this night with no regular speaker or pro-gram planned, we want you to come
on over and join those of us still in town enduring the 100 + degree
temperatures just like you!
Can you think of a better way to beat the heat than just ‘lazing’ around, whilst
sipping on the icy-concoction called an “Eegee's”, and shootin’ the breeze with
a fellow cyclist? You got it…no speaker, no slideshows, and no one to tell you
to stop visiting so we can “get the program underway”!
July 10th is the 2nd Monday of the month. The gathering time is the same – 7 PM.
The location never changes – 5199 E Farness Rd.
Ask anyone who was at this meeting last summer: they'll tell you we had a blast!
“You’ll Wish That Summer Could Always Be Here”!
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P. O. Box 43273
Tucson, AZ 85733
President: Tony Everett 760-0458
teverettaz@hotmail.com
Vice President: OPEN
Treasurer: Peggy Jacobsen 791-3049
pjtucson@earthlink.net
Secretary: Sandi Rousseau 577-1187
sandir03@comcast.net
Membership: Steve Graeber 762-1363
psiclist@worldwerks.com
Publicity: Sally Krusing 296-0319
salatgaba@hotmail.com
Bike Shops Coord.: Ram Salcedo 733-0230
salcedo@flash.net
Education: Matt Zoll 321-4471
mattzoll@cox.net
Day Rides Coord.: Jeanie Darnall 904-0207
info@desertcreations.com
Overnight Rides: Judy Bolt 512-0442
bojubolt@aol.com
Centuries: Sandi Rousseau 799-4406
sandir03@comcast.net
Update Editor: Suzanne Couvrette 891-4661
sgcouvrette@aol.com
Corrsp/Rgistratn:DonnaLewandowski 740-6941
gabamail@comcast.net
Volunteers Coord: Dick Schaffer 326-4807
bikeschaf@aol.com
Merchandise: Andy Stevens 990-1459
andy@solvomassage.com
Webmaster: Dave Swanson 664-0429
daveswan@us.ibm.com
Social Director: Pam Cullop 290-4321
pjcullop@comcast.net
Bike Swap: Greg Yares 323-9020
Yares@cox.net
Shed Master: Bill Borland 299-3509
bborland@theriver.com
Legal Advisor: Donna Aversa 742-0440
dmaversa@slfpc.com
Cycling Advocacy: Wayne Cullop 290-4321
pwcullop@comcast.net
September 2, 3 & 4, 2006
The time is approaching for one of the best rides sponsored by GABA-Tucson! Come
out with us and escape the heavy traffic and pressure of the big city, and relax
in the remote Arizona and New Mexico's scenic mountain countryside. You will
enjoy a total elevation gain of 16,977 feet over 3 days and 216 beautiful miles.
This year's ride is the traditional route that you have grown to know and love:
Morenci to Glenwood, to Alpine, and back to Morenci via the famous "Coronado
Trail" - 215 miles worth of an end-of-the-summer hurrah! The ride is fully
supported with sag stops and sweeps to ensure everyone enjoys the ride to the
utmost!
This ride is for experienced riders who are conditioned for long gradual climbs
as well as long exhilarating descents. This is a scenic ride with demanding
terrain! If you are looking for a great training ride for GABA's "Grand Canyon
to the Border Bike Tour", held this coming October, this is the one you want! Be
ready for all kinds of weather: It may rain at one point or another, and the
temperatures are likely to drop considerably! Very cool mornings in the
mountains will alternate with very hot afternoons.
Registration, Friday, September 1st.
Check-in for pre-registered riders, and registration for Day-of-Event riders,
will be held on the grounds of the Morenci Motel, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM on
Friday night. To find us, look for a yellow GABA sign pointing the way. The
Morenci Motel, with a brand new menu for diners, will be serving dinner in their
restaurant until 9 PM on Friday night if you arrive hungry.
1st Day, Saturday, September 2nd:
Morenci to Glenwood, NM - 66 miles with 4800 ft. of elevation gain.
Get on your bike and roll on down into Clifton, then climb out of the Gila River
Valley heading northeast on Hwy 78 through Mule Creek and on to Glenwood
following the San Francisco River Valley into Glenwood.
2nd Day, Sunday, September 3rd:
Glenwood to Alpine, AZ - 58 miles with 5346 ft. of elevation gain.
Back on the bike with a gradual climb through pine forests in New Mexico as you
negotiate Saliz Pass and Luna Summit to the small town of Alpine at
approximately 8000 feet of elevation.
3rd Day, Monday, September 4th:
Alpine to Morenci - 92 miles with 6831 ft. of elevation gain.
Pedal SOUTH on US 191 along the famous "Coronado Trail" bringing you "blue"
vistas, green forests, and long descents! After a series of ups and downs in
high forests, riders arrive at Hannagan Meadow. Prepare yourself for
breathtaking scenery while cycling down many miles and many tight curves, and
another long gradual climb up to the lunch spot at Rose Peak. There are many
more downs and ups over small ridges, always with tremendous views, before the
final 20 miles of spectacular vistas as you pedal back down into Morenci.
Camping:
Friday night: At the Morenci Motel in Morenci on large grassy area.
Saturday night: In Glenwood at the park across the street from the Double T
Homestead B & B, 1 mile EAST of town on the Catwalk Road. Rustic, friendly
atmosphere with smooth camping spots! Hot & cold showers available.
Sunday night: In Alpine at the Alpine RV Park. Hot showers available.
Monday afternoon:
Showers available at the Morenci Motel after the ride.
Ride Fee for Pre-registered Riders:
GABA members: $85.
Non-members: $95.
Optional dinners & breakfasts are being organized at time of publication. More
details in the July Update.
Ride Fee for Day-of-Event Riders:
No meals will be available to day-of-event riders.
GABA members $105.
Non-members $115.
Early registration is critical to provide better support
and meals, and is very much appreciated.
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and helmets are mandatory. Any
questions, contact Ride Leader Cliff Papin, at (520) 403-5005, or e-mail him at
cpapin@fund-net.com. Volunteeers are always needed: be a part of this great
event! If interested, contact Cliff.
Blue Loop Motel List:
Friday Night in Morenci/Clifton:
Morenci Motel: 928-865-4111
Rode Inn (Clifton): 928-865-4536
Saturday Night in Glenwood:
Double T Homestead B&B: 505-539-2812
Lariat Motel: 505-539-2361
Crab Apple Cabins 505-539-2400
White Water Motel 505-539-2581
Doc's B & B 505-539-2611
Sunday Night in Alpine:
Alpine Inn: 928-339-1840
Alpine Cabins: 928-339-4440
Sportsman Lodge: 928-339-4576
Mountain High Lodge: 928-339-4311
Coronado Trail Cabins: 928-339-4772 (1 mi. S. of town)
Tal-Wi-Wi-Lodge 928-339-4319 (4 mi. N. of town)
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By Tony Everett, GABA President
"I’d be happy to do that!"
"I’ll be happy to help."
A couple of great things for an all volunteer organization to hear from the
membership.
Two more comments that might be even better are, "I’d like to become more
involved.”
“Can I help?”
GABA is run entirely by volunteers. There is no paid staff, or monetary
compensation provided to anyone. GABA Bucks is one of the rewards for
volunteering. These are redeemable for GABA Merchandise, ride fees, or at BICAS
for some really interesting art. The best compensation however, is the
satisfaction of knowing you gave something back.
Every year, we put on more rides, longer rides, better rides, and better events,
like the GABA GALA than we did earlier this year. In 2005 alone, we organized
and provided leadership for over 200 day rides. We sponsored many centuries,
plus the overnight rides, and our flagship ride, the Cross State Tour! The
Tumacocari Century alone required 24 people to prepare for and stage. Every one
of these rides was a success only because of the outstanding support we all get.
Our membership is growing, and that brings more challenges, opportunities, and
the continuing need for more volunteers. More rides, new rides, more centuries,
and more overnight rides are all possible with support. Please take the time
today to make a commitment to help by contacting Dick Schaeffer, our volunteer
coordinator (520-326-4807 bikeschaf@aol.com) and tell him, “I’d like to become
more involved”.
Friday, June 2 at 9:30 AM
Mark your calendar! Don't miss this important milestone for Tucson and Pima
County! As many cyclists as possible need to ride their bikes to the bridge for
this ceremony to show the whole community how important this "Gold" award is for
all of us!
It is our understanding that the Mayor of Tucson, Bob Walkup, who was the Chair
of our PAG Regional Council, and Andy Clark, representative from the League of
American Bicyclists will attend this ceremony. They are planning to ride side by
side across the bridge. The Mayor will be on his new bike with his new helmet.
We hear that he has completed several cycling classes to learn to become a
bicycle "Driver".
Join us to celebrate this vital step in our pursuit of the ultimate award: the
Platinum! Tucson and Pima County will not rest until we get the Platinum-Level
Bicycle Friendly Community!
Matt Zoll will lead a ride before the ceremony, starting at the north end of the
snake bridge at 7 AM, and returning there at 9 AM for the ceremony.
May 6 & 7
By Judy Bolt, Ride Leader
On a clear, delightfully cool Saturday morning, 43 cyclists, ranging in age from
26 to 70+ years, dotted Hwy 60 from Globe cycling toward Show Low. Lots of lycra
and colorful jerseys on road bikes, for the most part, although one rider was
aboard a Bike Friday and another on a mountain bike. A few riders chose to take
a vehicular ride to the first SAG stop, thus shaving off 20 miles from the
85-mile course.
At the zenith of the climb out of Globe, cyclists were greeted by Scott Audilet
& Linda Kusick at SAG 1. The usual array of fresh fruit, juice, breakfast bars &
the famed Aussie bites refueled riders for the descent down to the Salt River
and the steep climb out of the canyon on the other side. One young lady, after
eating 7 Aussie bites, decided to read the label and was shocked to discover
that she had just consumed over 900 calories!
Nanette Bernier & Bob Bolt were stationed at the end of the climb at SAG 2.
There, cyclists could make sandwiches, munch on chips, eat fresh fruit, drink
sodas, etc. Many chose to take full advantage of the array of food and have a
good rest. One rider simply unclipped his left shoe, rolled past the table
grabbing a couple of bananas, had his water bottled refilled with Gatorade and
pedaled on!
The last SAG was manned by co-leaders Carolyn Audilet & Judy Bolt. Once again,
riders took nourishment for the final 20-mile climb into Show Low. Fresh sliced
watermelon was the major refreshment here.
Luggage was transported & delivered by Joey Barrios, assisted by Pam Tilden and
her friendly dog Daisy. Stuart Carter, with a continual smile on his face, did
his usual magnificent job as “Sweep”, making sure that all riders were safely at
destination by day’s end.
In addition to beautiful weather on both days, the ride was safely accomplished
by all. Two days free from accidents or any mishaps made this a particularly
good ride. Special KUDOs go to all volunteers who were efficient and friendly in
supporting the annual Salt River Canyon ride. On a personal note, this
particular GABA ride has always seemed daunting to me, one that I swore I would
never ride. But seeing the smiles on cyclists’ faces and their sense of personal
accomplishment & satisfaction, makes me want to be a part of this spectacularly
beautiful ride.
Ah well, next year……
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by Greg Yares
As any volunteer group knows, you always seem to be seeking volunteers for any
event or activity that you organize or participate in. The GABA Bicycle
organization is no different.
However, for the GABA Spring El Bike Swap de Tucson, held on last Saturday,
April 1, GABA was most fortunate. There was a wonderful group of experienced
individuals volunteering to work the booth, supervise parking, keep the
intersections clear, and of course, answer questions. They all did an
outstanding job. No April Fool’s joke here!
GABA and I both offer our thanks to the following people: Andy and Diane
Stevens, Jeanie Darnall, Roy Schoonover, Tony Everett, Jason Halowell, Chris and
Ram Salcedo, Donna and Steve Kanoza, Helen Greer, Dick Schaffer, Bill Sievers,
Torq Olson, Rhonda and Ike Smith, Judy and Bob Bolt, and Sandi and Rich
Rousseau.
We had a great group of both sellers and buyers, and the weather was perfect. To
those wonderful folks who offered their thanks and dollars for GABA’s efforts,
we thank them for their generous donations in the amount of $256. A good day for
GABA and Tucson cyclists all around.
Mark your calendar for the Fall Bike Swap, scheduled to take place one week
before the El Tour de Tucson, on Saturday, November 11th.
By Suzanne Couvrette, Ride Organizer
This year, we finished what had been started last year: riders got to ride to
Bisbee and return to Sonoita on Sunday the same way: via back roads with very
little traffic, and splendid scenery, as well as a few challenging hills! From
all the comments that were received after the ride, riders really enjoyed this
"new" course, and want more of it next year!
This course took riders away from the fast traffic of Hwy 82 to the quiet
meandering Hwy 83 south of Sonoita. On Saturday, riders traveled through rolling
grasslands with great views of the back side of the Huachuca Mountains. As
cyclists got closer to Fort Huachuca, the rollers became more pronounced, and
although short, they gave the riders some good ups and downs! Sag #1 offered
refueling around MP 17. The course then entered Fort Huachuca from the west
entrance, quite close to the foothills of the Huachuca Mountains. After 9 miles
of rolling hills, a downhill took riders through the Fort. where they rested and
ate at Sag #2. Then, riders followed a meandering course through quiet
neighborhood in Sierra Vista, and pedaling along backroads, arrived at Sag #3,
near Palominas for well-deserved break. The final 17 miles was a gradual climb
into Old Bisbee.
This year, 117 riders participated in the ride. The weather was very nice, and
the famous "headwinds" of last year did not materialize this year. A great
dinner at the Copper Queen cheered everyone, and all looked forward to the 2nd
day of the ride
On Sunday, some people opted for the 6 AM breakfast at the Copper Queen before
jumping on their bike for a long descent to Palominas at the San Pedro River.
Retracing the same course as the previous day, riders pedaled towards Sierra
Vista with great views of the Huachuca Mountains. After crossing Fort Huachuca,
riders were treated to several short but fairly steep hills - a challenge for
those tired legs! Most riders were back to Sonoita by noon where their luggage
was awaiting them.
I want to thank all the volunteers who worked very hard to make this ride
successful for all the riders:
- Truck driver Dale Caughlin, with the help of Elva Klassen, who were doing the
Sonoita Bisbee baggage job for the first time, successfully managing to get all
the bags to all the B & B's without one mistake.
- Sag Crews: Ed & Sue Roberts at Sag #1 on Saturday and at Sag #3 on Sunday; Pam
Cullop and Sally Krusing at Sag #2 on both days; and Art & Gayle Hartung, and
Nancy Conahay and her brother Dave Ness at Sag #3 on Saturday and Sag #1 on
Sunday. A special thanks to John Conahay who helped us with the towing
connection of the rented trailer with 2 porta-johns, very appreciated by all
riders.
- and Sweeps: Norman Martin who had the job of setting up all the GABA signs at
each turn along the course, and Dennis Tallent, who had the "honor" of being the
tail sweep.
Thanks to all of you for your hard work for these two long days!
Hope everyone had a great time, and we'll see you next year!
by Richard E. “Rich” Corbett, Certified Cycling Instructor & Coach
Summer storms will bring welcome rain as well as strong winds, and lightning.
Cyclists are at risk from all of these, especially lightning. We should know
what to do if caught in a storm. Here is an updated summary of the most often
accepted ‘things to do’ and ‘not to do’, as they apply to us cyclists.
Lightning Facts
• Packs between 35,000 to 40,000 amperes of current.
• Can generate temperatures as high as 50,000 degrees Celsius.
• Strikes somewhere on Earth every second.
• Can travels as far as 40 miles horizontally.
• Kills nearly 100 people each year in the U.S. and injures hundreds of others.
• Can, and does strike the same place twice.
From the Lightning Protection Institute
What should you do if you believe lightning is a potential threat?
• Avoid water.
• Avoid the high ground.
• Avoid open spaces, where you would be the highest thing there.
• Avoid metal objects, including electric wires, fences, machinery, motors,
power tools, bicycles, etc.
• Avoid unsafe places, which include underneath metal canopies, small picnic or
rain shelters, or near taller trees.
From the National Lightning Safety Institute.
When lightning is a threat, find shelter in a substantial building or in a fully
enclosed metal vehicle such as a car/truck with the windows completely shut.
If outside when lightning is striking nearby, count from when you see the flash:
one thousand one, one thousand two, and so on. If you hear the sound before you
reach one thousand ten, there is a real threat, and you should:
1. Crouch down. Put your feet together. Place your hands over your ears to
minimize hearing damage from the thunder, and
2. Avoid being close (15 ft. or closer) to other people.
What does all this mean to cyclists? If you're riding and a storm approaches:
1. Assess its closeness (see above), and decide what action to take.
2. Seek good shelter (see above), especially if it is close by.
3. Since bicycles are metal objects that can attract lightning, park it (lay it
on its side) and move at least 50 feet away from it.
4. If you can't find good shelter, crouch down with feet together, and cover
your ears with your hands (to protect your hearing against the loud thunder).
5. Keep at least 15 feet from other people.
6. Spread out - don't stand in a crowd of people.
7. If you feel a tingling sensation or your hair stands on end, lightning may be
about to strike! Immediately crouch down (feet together) and cover your ears. Do
not lie down or place your hands on the ground.
Be prepared, and know what to do if you are caught in a storm while out cycling.
Do not risk being struck by lightning; follow the advice of the experts.
Know your enemy. In the desert, heat can be deadly; but knowing how to keep your
body’s cooling working, and how to spot potentially more serious problems is
critically important.
By Richard E. “Rich”: Corbett
Certified Cycling Instructor & Coach
Staying Cool: There is no simple way to stay cooler – doing so requires a
combination of measures to be effective. Dress in light colored clothing, drink
regularly, ingest salt (better when in food) regularly, and wear a wet bandana
around your neck (an effective cooler, as a large amount of blood flows to and
from your brain by way of your carotid arteries). Classic ‘heat cramps’ usually
result from drinking large amounts of water without any salt, thus diluting the
salt in the body. Resting and eating salty food will help recovery
Heat Syncope: This is a similar and milder form of heat illness, compared to
heat exhaustion, and is caused by hard exercise when it’s hot. Dehydration is a
major contributor to these illnesses. In trying to get rid of heat, your blood
vessels (in the skin) enlarge to allow more blood to flow through them — this
results in a reduction in blood volume, and the amount of blood and oxygen to
the brain is less than is needed and syncope (fainting) occurs. The victim will
have a rapid heart rate and dizziness.
The difference between syncope and heat exhaustion is the body’s temperature,
which will usually be normal during syncope, but will be around 102oF to 104oF
if heat exhaustion is involved.
Heat syncope should be treated the same as fainting. The victim should lie down
and the feet should be elevated. This will help return needed blood to the
brain. Do this in a cooler area, out of direct sunlight. The victim should be
given fluids containing a small amount of salt. When body fluids and salt have
been completely restored and when normal urinary output is resumed, exercise can
be resumed.
Heat Exhaustion: The symptoms of heat exhaustion are like those above, except
that the body temperature will be high — 102oF to 104oF. Victims will suffer
fatigue, headache, nausea, vomiting, pale and sweaty skin, and a rapid heart
rate. Sweaty skin and color can be variable.
Treatment is also similar to syncope, but body temperature must be watched. In
addition to rest in a cool shady spot, up to 2 quarts of water to which salt has
been added should be given. Care should be exercised in allowing the victim to
continue activity. Heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke.
Heat Stroke: Heatstroke is a grave medical emergency!
Heat stroke is a complete disruption of the body’s heat control process.
Sweating ability is lost, the body temperature will soar to over 105oF and may
reach 115oF and it is possible for death to result. This is a true emergency.
The treatment is aggressive lowering of body temperature. Move into shade or
erect a barrier to the sun.Monitor the victim’s temperature carefully. Remember
that the victim’s temperature control system is not functional. Do not let
hyPERthermia to become hyPOthermia! Arrange for evacuation!
Be acutely aware that in this situation you are desperately trying to save a
life. The mortality of heat stroke victims is high even in modern hospitals. The
odds tend to be against you and extreme measures are called for - fan and
massage the victim to provide the maximum coolant effect possible. Remember that
water is the most important substance in the treatment of all heat illnesses –
use it if at all possible.
Reprinted from Walkin' & Rollin', Pima County Dept. of Transportation
newsletter, June & July 2006. 2006.
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By Jeanie Darnall
Day Rides Coordinator
info@desertcreations.com or 886-9561
It's time to start planning the July rides. I hope you'll continue to make GABA
a great cycling club ! Please send me the rides you would be willing to lead as
soon as you can. My goal is to have different levels of rides available for each
weekend as well as some mid-week rides. Ride leaders are also needed for the
GABA GO West / East Rides offered every Sunday.
You will receive $5 in GABA buck$ for every ride you lead. Your buck$ can be
used for:
*GABA Jerseys & T-shirts
*Entrance fees to GABA special events
*Annual Membership Dues
*BICAS art - promoting education, art, and a healthy environment while providing
services and opportunity for those in need
In my transition to the Day Ride Coordinator position, I got a folder of rides
that have been done in the past with maps, directions and mileage. I would be
happy to share those with you. Please email /call /come by if you would like a
copy. Below are a few examples.
* Old Nogales Highway to Madera Canyon
*Marsh Station Rd. (Sahuarita / Houghton)
* Bear Canyon / Freeman Road Loop
* Pima County Fairgrounds Loop
* Picture Rocks / Kenny Loop
* McCormick Park to Oro Valley
* Catalina State Park Loop
* Catalina Foothills Ride
* White Mountains/Flagstaff (don't have maps for these locations but sure would
be nice to plan a "beat the heat" weekend!
Note: I have built an email database and will be sending out an email to look
for day ride leaders. If you would like to be removed from my list, let me know.
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by Steve Wilson
It was a record turnout with 106 registered riders for this year's hill climb.
After a 2-year layoff due to the final road construction, it was great to see
the large turnout.
Sandi Rousseau and Pam Cullop provided superb sag and registration support for
the ride, each handling 2 spots on the way up the mountain. It was one of the
cooler Mt. Lemmon rides ever, with breezy conditions and temperatures in the
high 50's to low 60's near the top of the mountain.
Several riders availed themselves of the outstanding pies at the Mt. Lemmon Cafe
in Summerhaven as a reward for their effort. As has always been the case, there
were several riders making their first successful ascent to Ski Valley. It was
great to see their faces as they pulled in to the parking lot at the top.
As an extra treat there was a street rod rally at the ski area the same day and
we were treated to the sight of several really sweet rods.
Bill Ogroski was the official photographer of the day and we'll look forward to
seeing the photos on the website later and on display at a future club meeting.
Just a great job by our volunteers and riders, already looking forward to next
year.
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Alphabetical listing of GABA-Tucson's Supporting Members. See back page for
individual ads.
Abelson, Todd, Mtg planner 901-7160
Abygail's Café 615-6280
Ajo Bikes 294-1434
Bicycles West 887-7770
Broadway Bicycles 296-7819
Carol's Coffee Shoppe 742-2921
Darnall, Jeanie 886-9561
Fair Wheel Bicycles 884-9018
Green Valley Bike & Hike 393-7433
Guimont, Barry 390-3211
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
Sun Jerseys
Supergo Bike Shops 327-3232
TriSports.com 884-8743
Tucson Bicycles 577-7374
Wenberg, Susan, DC 326-1322
Yares, Greg, Realtor 323-9020
(Editor's Note: Supporting Members ads run for 1 year, July 1 to June 30 of the
next year. Ad sizes are 1 3/4" x 3". All paid-up sponsors' ads run on the July
Update cover. Contact Ram Salcedo, Bike Shop Coordinator, salcedo@flash.net or
733-0230.)