New This Year! The Triangle L Ranch Overnighter
2007 Sonoita-Bisbee Spring Bike Tour
The Tucson Bicycle Classic Is BACK!
Announcing The Annual GABA Ice Cream Social!
Bike Swap Volunteers Pizza Party!
Visit the Bike Swap GABA Table
Tour of the Tucson Mountains Training Rides for C + Riders Continue
How to be More Comfortable with Saddles & Shorts
15th Annual Mt. Lemmon Hill Climb
GABA’S Annual Ice Cream/Bike Ride Social
Welcome New & Renewing Members!
- T T M - 21st Annual Tour of the Tucson Mountains
Words from Tony - RIDE OF SILENCE
27th Annual Great Arizona Bicycle Adventure
GABA Donates New Bike Rack at Saguaro National Park East
10th Annual Ride for the Children
Update Deadlines & Classified Ads
Potholes, Graffiti, Trimming & Road Hazards
Club-Owned Bike Travel Cases Available
You Didnt Receive Your UPDATE in the Mail
Check the following sites for more rides!
Ride of Silence Events Scheduled
Earn GABA BucksWhen You Volunteer to Help on a Ride!
(See related articles in this issue for details.)
Ride Date Ride Name Organizers Leaders E-Mail
3/31 (Sat) El Tour de Phoenix PBAA www.perimeterbicycling.com
4/1 (Sun) El Bike Swap de Tucson GABA-Tucson Greg Yares swapmeet@bikegaba.org
4/14 & 15 Sonoita-Bisbee Bike Ride GABA-Tucson Suzanne Couvrette Update-editor@bikegaba.org
4/28 & 29 Triangle L Ranch Overnighter GABA-Tucson Cathy Crandall catcran@cox.net
4/27-29 Answer to the Challenge PMBC Dick Landis www.sportsfun.com
4/29 (Sun) Tour de Tucson Mountains PBAA www.perimeterbicycling.com
5/5 & 6 Salt River Canyon Bike Ride GABA-Tucson Bolt & Klenke overnights@bikegaba.org
5/11 (Fri) Mt Lemmon Hill Climb GABA-Tucson Steve Wilson wilsons@us.ibm.com
5/26-28 Luna Lake Bike Tour GABA-Tucson Pam Cullop socialdirector@bikegaba.org
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Monday, April 2 at 7 PM
Join us tonight
as we welcome Ralph and Sherry Phillips
who will share with us
slides and stories
of their bicycle touring in Italy.
Public welcome!
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Monday, May 7 at 7 PM
Please join Steve Wilson and Patricia Lebensohn
for stories and pictures
of riding their bicycles
in the Fireweed 400 race last summer
along with other cycling,
hiking, backpacking,
and sightseeing
in south central Alaska.
See the ice, animals, and flowers of Alaska
up close and personal!
Public welcome!
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APRIL 2007
Apr. 1 (SUN): EL BIKE SWAP DE TUCSON. GABA-Tucson On 4th Avenue, 8 AM-1 PM. Free
to all. Organizer: Greg Yares, swapmeet@bikegaba.org or 323-9020. With City of
Tucson Clean Air Fair Events.
April 13-15: 21st Annual TUCSON BICYCLE CLASSIC STAGE RACE. TBC. Organizer:
Steve Bohn, www.tucsonbicycleclassic.com.
April 14 (Sat): BIKE SWAP - Phoenix. Phoenix Municipal Stadium, 7 AM-1 PM,
Kiwanis Park, Tempe. CAzB. www.cazbike.com.
April 14 & 15: SONOITA-BISBEE BIKE TOUR. GABA-Tucson. Suzanne Couvrette,
Update-editor@ bikegaba.org. 69 mi/day, or New this year: option for 45 mi/day.
Sonoita to Bisbee and back via backroads around the Huachuca Mountains. Rolling
terrain, a few good hills. Great dinner at the Copper Queen Hotel in Bisbee on
Saturday night!
Apr. 27-29: 29th LA VUELTA DE BISBEE. For info, check www.lvdb.info.
April 27-28-29 : ANSWER TO THE CHALLENGE. PMBC. Scottsdale to Strawberry to
Prescott and back to the start on the 3rd day. Very hilly and demanding ride for
experienced riders. Ride Organizer: Dick Landis www.sportsfun.com/gaba.
April 28 & 29: TRIANGLE L RANCH OVER-NIGHTER. GABA-Tucson. 58 miles each day.
Ride from Tucson to Oracle. Rustic cottages, meals, sag support. Limited number
of riders. Organizer: Cathy Crandall, 624-8680 or catcran@cox.net.
April 29 (Sun): TTM XXI - TOUR OF THE TUCSON MOUNTAINS. Organized by PBAA (520)
745-2033 or www.perimeterbicycling.com.
MAY 2007
May 5 & 6: SALT RIVER CANYON BIKE TOUR. GABA-Tucson. Globe to Show Low & back
the next day. Great scenery, major climbs for experienced riders. Ride Leader:
Judy Bolt, 512-0442 or overnights@bikegaba.org and Bob Klenke, 825-2601 or
bobmarie1003@aol.com.
May 11 (Fri): Mt Lemmon Hill Climb. GABA-Tucson. Leader, Steve Wilson, wilsons@us.ibm.com
or 870-5282. Climb 26 miles to the top. Lunch in Summerhaven. Small fee to cover
sag support.
May 12 (Sat): 9th Annual SEDONA CENTURY. 40 miles or metric century through
beautiful red rock country. Absolute Bikes, www.absolutebikes.net.
May 12 (Tentative): TOUR OF PAYSON. PMBC. www.sportsfun.com/gaba.
May 19 (Sat): WHISKEY OFF-ROAD MTN BIKE RIDE. In Prescott. Todd Sadow,
epicrides.com.
May 26-28: LUNA LAKE TOUR GABA-Tucson www.bikegaba.org. Approx. 60 miles per
day, from Springerville to Quemado, to Reserve and back to Springerville on 3rd
day. Very little traffic, some good climbs, great scenery. Leader: Pam Cullop,
(520) 290-4321 or socialdirector@bikegaba.org.
JUNE 2007
June 3 (Sun): MT HOPKINS HILLCLIMB MTN BIKE RIDE. GABA-Tucson. Ride Leader, Tom
Ward. www.bikegaba.org. Mt Hopkins is a 9,000 foot peak south of Green Valley.
Mix of dirt and paved roads. 12 miles to the top.
June ?: GRAND CANYON TOUR. Organized by ABC Bike Club. www.azbikeclub.com.
JULY 2007
July 4 (Wed): TOUR FOR TUCSON’S CHILDREN City of Tucson Parks & Rec. Contact
Lisa or Jesus at 791-4969, or e-mail Lisa.Sommer@tucsonaz.gov.
July 14 & 15 : DAVE FREUND MEMORIAL WHITE MOUNTAIN TOUR. PMBC. Show Low to
Springerville via Vernon; & Springerville back to Show Low via Sunrise.
www.sportsfun.com
July 21: TAYLOR HOUSE BENEFIT RIDE . 45, 65 and 95-mile course. Organized by
Absolute Bikes. In Flagstaff. www.absolutebikes.net/flag_frset.html
AUGUST 2007
Aug. ?: FLAGSTAFF MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL. Organized by Absolute Bikes. In
Flagstaff. www. absolutebikes.net/flag_frset.html
SEPTEMBER 2007
Sept. 1-3: THE BLUE LOOP. GABA-Tucson. Morenci to Glenwood, NM; Glenwood to
Alpine, AZ; and Alpine back to Morenci via the famous "Coronado Trail". Very
scenic ride, but demanding and challenging terrain for experienced riders.
www.bikegaba.org.
Sept. ? : GILA INNER LOOP. Starting in Silver City, New Mexico. Contact
twinsisters@gilanet.com
Sept. 9 (Sun): START OF “EL TOUR” TRAINING RIDES. GABA-Tucson. www.bikegaba.org.
Sept. 15 & 16: PROPOSED FALL SONOITA-BISBEE RIDE. GABA-Tucson. www.bikegaba.org.
Sept. 16 (Sun): 3RD ANNUAL JERRY DOSS MEMORIAL LOOP CHALLENGE. 96-mi Challenge,
54-mi Loop & 10 Fun Ride. For information, contact: Karen Warrick, Prescott
Cycling Club Newsletter, 928-713-9811 or kwarrick@cableone.net.
Sept. 29 & 30 and Oct. 1-6: GREAT ARIZONA BICYCLE ADVENTURE. 27th Annual. 500+
mile camping/ motel Tour across Arizona - from West to East on Route 66 - this
year! www.bikegaba.org.
OCTOBER 2007
Oct. 6 (Sat) SHOW LOW BLUFF OF THE WHITE MOUNTAINS. Mountain bike event in the
Pinetop-Lakeside area. 10-66 mile single day endurance. Benefits Navapache
Regional Medical Center. epicrides.com. Limited to 600 riders.
Oct. 13 (Sat): COCHISE COUNTY CLASSIC XX. Organized by PBAA.
www.perimeterbicycling.com.
Oct. 13 (Sat) : MEMORIAL RIDE FOR SAFETY. In Phoenix. PMBC for CAzB.
www.sportsfun.com or www.cazbike.org.
Oct. 13 & 14: CAVE CREEK OVERNIGHT RIDE. GABA-Tucson. On east side of the
Chiricahua Mountains, from Road Forks, NM to Portal, AZ. www.bikegaba.org.
Leader: Rhonda Smith, (520) 886-2919. onekewlmom@ hotmail.com.
Oct. 20 (Sat) HEART OF ARIZONA CENTURY. Organized by the Bullshifters Club,
Phoenix. Starts in Congress, AZ. For information, contact Jim Pettett at
jimandrobinpetttett@msn.com, or visit their website at www.bullshifters.org.
Oct. 21 (Sun): GENE CHAPMAN MEMORIAL TUMACACORI CENTURY. GABA-Tucson. Most
options start in Sahuarita, south of Tucson, and go to the well-known Tumacacori
Mission. Ride Leaders: Judy & Bob Bolt, 512-0442, overnights@bikegaba.org. or
www.bikegaba.org.
Oct. ? : SOUL RIDE MOUNTAIN BIKE. In Oracle. Todd Sadow, www.epicrides.com.
Oct. ? (SAT): TOUR DE FARM. Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association.
www.tourdefarm.com.
Oct ? (Sun) : PALO VERDE NUCLEAR CENTURY. GABA-West Valley. www.sportsfun.com.
NOVEMBER 2007
Nov. ?: MS 150. Multiple Sclerosis Society. http://ms150.dsw.nmss.org
Nov. 4 (Sun): SILVERBELL CENTURY. GABA-Tucson. Options for 60 or 100 miles
Scenic course north and west of Tucson. www.bikegaba.org.
Nov. ? (Sat): McDOWELL CENTURY. ABC. Options for a metric century and a
half-metric century as well. www.azbikeclub.com
Nov. 10 (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 swapmeet@bikegaba.org
or www.bikegaba.org.
Nov. 15-18: LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS 2007 NAT'L BICYCLE RALLY, held in
conjunction with the 25th Anniversary El Tour de Tucson.
Nov. 17 (Sat): EL TOUR DE TUCSON XXV. PBAA. 25th annual. Counterclockwise course
again this year! 4 different options! More than 8,000 riders! Many sag stops
along the course and thousands of volunteers to make your experience a pleasant
one! For info, (520) 745-2033 or visit www.perimeterbicycling.com
DECEMBER 2007
Dec. 2 (Sun): TUMACACORI FESTIVAL RIDE. GABA-Tucson. 30-40 mi to breakfast at
Zula's in Nogales. Start from Tumacacori Mission & return to enjoy food, craft &
entertainment. For Mission info, call Tumacacori Nat'l Historical Park at (520)
398-2341. www.bikegaba.org
Dec. 3 (Mon): GABA-Tucson ANNUAL HOLIDAY POTLUCK. GABA-Tucson. At regular month
meeting location. 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! Organizer: Pam Cullop, socialdirector@bikegaba.org.
Dec. 8 (Sat): TOYS FOR TOTS BIKE RIDE. GABA-Tucson. Bring one or more unwrapped
toys to carry on your bike as we pedal to the zoo to deliver our toys.
www.bikegaba.org
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Tucson Az Mtn Standard Time
APRIL
RISE SET
AM PM
1: 6:13 6:43
7: 6:05 6:47
14: 5:57 6:52
21: 5:48 6:57
28: 5:41 7:02
MAY
RISE SET
AM PM
1: 5:38 7:04
7: 5:33 7:08
14: 5:27 7:13
21: 5:23 7:18
28: 5:19 7:23
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COMPANION(S) WANTED to tour in the Czech Republic and/or Slovakia. Leaving from
Prague 7/5. Final destination: to visit family in Slovakia. Returning to Prague
7/25. Combination of train & bike OK with biking time in Czech Republic and/or
Slovakia. Do not hesitate to contact me if you think you might be interested.
Contact Robin: nibor@dakotacom.net.
COMPANION WANTED for Summer Ride Across America. Responsible, experienced male
cyclist with touring experience wanted to join 3 males, to ride the Adventure
Cycling TRANS-AMERICA route, west to east (Astoria, OR to Yorktown, VA). Start
riding last week in May. Average 65 mi/day. Mostly camping w/motel every 4-5
nights. Spend one week in Jackson Hole, WY. If interested, contact Rich for more
details, (520) 623-0017 or kc7ovm@dakotacom.net.
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April 28-29, 2007
By Cathy Crandall, Ride Leader
Bicycle this 58-mile Tour where the desert meets the northern slopes of the
Catalina Mountains. Climb to 4,500 feet, smell the fresh air and restore your
spirit! Explore the 50 acres of this historic ranch, or just relax on the porch
of your cozy guest cottage. Watch the sunset after an invigorating bicycle ride,
delight yourself in the star-filled skies, and hear the call of the great horned
owls.
Bird and wildlife watching is a great pastime at Triangle L Ranch. Hawks,
ravens, rabbits, roadrunners, quails, chipmunks and many species of songbirds
are evident during the day. At night, owls, javelinas, bobcats and coyotes are
frequent visitors. Visit the goose and chickens and "Mojave", the adopted wild
burro. Desert flowers, cactus and native flora abound on the property. Visit the
iris garden near the main house.
This ranch accommodations will take you back in time. Whitewashed adobe
buildings with red tin roofs dwell in the shade of giant oaks as you enter this
unique homestead dating from the 1880's. The old windmill still stands as a
landmark from another era. Buffalo Bill is said to have been a regular visitor
at the ranch once upon answera time! Rustic cottages and sleeping porches await
you. And a great social hour under the stars!
Limited number for this year. The ride fee is $75 for GABA members and $80 for
non-members. Your fee includes sag support along the route for both days; social
mixer with snacks, slide show & guitar music; dinner on Saturday evening and
breakfast on Sunday morning; lodging, bedding, towels and hot showers.
There will be rooms for 15 people this year. Accommodations are as follows:
Hill House Cottage has 3 bedrooms 1 queen, 1 double, 2 twins;
Guest House Cottage has 1 queen, 2 twins on porch inside;
Towbridge Suite 1 queen, 1 couch in same room;
Main house has 1 single on porch inside.
As you can see, it helps to be very good friends with whom you will share a bed
or cottage. Please indicate person(s) on the registration form.
Tour begins at 8:30 AM, April 28, 2007 at Pima College West Campus (Anklam Rd.
side not Speedway side). For more information, contact Ride Leader Catherine
Crandall, catcran@cox.net or 400-8476.
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
Triangle L Ranch Bike Ride
April 28 & 29 , 2007
(ONE FORM PER RIDER)
Photocopies accepted. Please fill out all blanks.
Leader: Cathy Crandall, 400-8476, catcran@cox.net
Return this Form & your check to:
GABA P.O. Box 43273, Tucson AZ 85733
Options chosen: (Please circle)
Vegetarian: Yes No (SAG stops food/meals)
I would like to room with:
___________________________________________
PRE-REGISTRATION FEE:
GABA/ABC Members: $75 $______
Non-Members: $80 $______
(Must be received by 4/15)
Total money enclosed: $_______
I AM currently a GABA/ABC member: YES NO
NAME
(Print):_____________________________________
ADDRESS:___________________________________
CITY:___________________ ZIP:_______________
PHONE: ______
E-MAIL: ____________________________________
CPSC-approved helmets are mandatory.
STAPLE your SIGNED WAIVER to each form.
Forms and Waivers cut with scissors are appreciated!
More than a bike ride—A cult happening!
Friday, Saturday & Sunday April 27, 28 & 29
There are three types of riders who attempt this ride. Racers start at first
light, stop only for Cytomax & water and arrive in beautiful downtown Strawberry
(population 35) ready for a full afternoon of activities. Tourists take time to
look at the great scenery, enjoy the generous sag stops, and arrive just early
enough for a nap before dinner. The clueless realize at mile 45 on the first day
that they should be somewhere else.
Don’t be clueless. This ride covers 325 miles and 22,000 ft of climb over 3
days. The 1st day, Scottsdale to Strawberry climbs 10,000 ft. The 2nd day to
Prescott climbs another 6,600 ft. and crosses windy Prescott Valley. Distance on
the 3rd day is 127 miles. Be prepared for cold in the mountains and heat in the
desert.
The crew from Landis Cyclery will transport your bags and provide sag stops with
snacks and water. They will also pick you up if you can’t go on, but space is
very limited. If you start, be prepared to finish.
LODGING:
Strawberry accommodations are limited. If all hotels are full, call Cheryl
Holland at Windmill Corner Inn for suggestions of other B&B’s and lodges in the
area.
Windmill Corner Inn 928-476-3064
Strawberry Hill Cabins 928-476-4252 or 480-575-7866
Strawberry Lodge 928-476-3333
Prescott baggage drop-off and pickup will be at America’s Best Value Inn,
Sheldon St. (formerly Super 8) which fills up early. Nearby motels are:
America’s Best (Sheldon St.) 928-776-1282
Motel 6 (Sheldon St.) 800-466-8356
Best Western (Gurley St.) 800-528-1234
Colony Inn (Gurley St.) 928-445-7057
WHEN: Fri, Sat, Sun, April 27, 28 & 29. Check-in opens at 5 AM. First riders out
at 5:30 AM, last sag leaves at 6:30 AM. Slower riders, please start early.
WHERE: Landis Cyclery Scottsdale at the SE corner of Scottsdale Rd. & Shea Blvd.
TO REGISTER: For additional information and Registration Forms, e-mail Dick
Landis at rlandis@algxmail.com or check the website: www.sportsfun.com.
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April 14 & 15, 2007
New This Year! Option for 45 miles each day,
in addition to the full course of 69 miles each day!
- Course with Minimized Traffic!
- Mostly on Scenic Backroads!
- Three Great Sag Stops!
- Gourmet Copper Queen Hotel Dinner - must be prepaid with your ride fee. Choice
of 2 seatings: 5:30 PM or 6:30 PM!
- 6 AM Copper Queen Hotel Breakfast - must be pre-paid with your ride fee! It
pays to leave early to avoid afternoon winds!
Join us for a weekend of camaraderie, fitness and fun in Bisbee! This ride is
for the fit rider who will enjoy a visit to this quaint old mining town, now an
arts colony, nestled in Southeast Arizona's Mule Mountains.
The ride starts as usual at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Sonoita. With
the spring sun beckoning you to Bisbee and the wind at your back, travel
southeast on Hwy 83, and feast your eyes on rolling grassland country with the
lofty Huachuca Mountains at the horizon.
DAY ONE: 69 miles, via Canelo, Fort Huachuca, Palominas to Bisbee.
Ride southeast out of the Santa Cruz Fairgrounds in Sonoita towards Canelo. The
route will be marked with GABA signs at all turns. Watch for a few cattle
guards, which will also be marked. Look for Sag #1 at about 18 miles into the
ride. Several short climbs bring you to the West Gate of Fort Huachuca. Show
photo-ID.
Continue thru the Fort with a few more short steep hills followed by a rolling
descent to Sag #2, at about 30 miles into the ride at Smiley field Ball Park for
a well-deserved rest and some needed food. Then, continue east and exit Fort
Huachuca thru the Main Gate. Follow GABA signs. Your route takes you southeast
on Buffalo Soldier Trail, then winds on St Andrews to Yaqui which will have a
traffic signal to help you cross Hwy 92. Continue east on Camino Principal,
Campobello, Ramsey Rd., Moson, and Hereford Rd. to Sag #3, near Palominas, at
about 49 miles into the ride.
Continue East on Hereford Rd. and cross the new bridge over the Santa Cruz
River. The last 10 miles of gradual climb will be on Hwy 92. At the Round-About,
follow signs to the town of Bisbee. As you enter downtown Bisbee, campers
continue through town about 1 mile to the Copperman statue. Follow GABA signs to
Higgins Park where your luggage will be delivered. Luggage to the many B & B's
will also be awaiting other riders. Scrumptious meal (pre-paid) at the Copper
Queen: at 5:30 PM OR at 6:30 PM. Door prizes awarded at both seatings: you must
be present to win!
DAY TWO: 69 miles via Palominas, Fort Huachuca & Canelo to Sonoita
After a good breakfast, prepare yourself for a long gradual 20-mile descent, as
you pedal SOUTH past the Lavender Pit to Hereford Rd. Turn right and follow it
across the bridge to Palominas Rd. where Sag #1 will be set up at about 20 miles
into the ride.
Continue west gradually climbing to Sierra Vista, cross Hwy 92 at traffic light,
and retrace your Saturday route back to the Main Gate of Fort Huachuca. Show
your photo-ID at the Main Gate. Look for Sag #2 for lunch at about 42 miles into
the ride at Brock Field Ball Park. Then, continue towards the West Gate, with a
few short steeper hills.
After exiting the Fort with a few short, but steeper climbs, the course will be
mostly rolling hills back to Sonoita. Sag #3 will have food & water. Luggage
will be back at the Fairgrounds by 11 AM.
RIDERS: You MUST HAVE A PHOTO-ID TO RIDE THRU FT HUACHUCA.
ALL CARS: Must Have a Current Proof of Registration and Insurance
ALL DRIVERS & PASSENGERS: Need Photo-ID to Drive Thru the Fort.
STARTING POINT:
Saturday Morning in Sonoita at the Fairgrounds, intersection of Hwys 82 & 83.
Allow at least 1 hour driving time from Tucson to Sonoita, more if you are
coming from the northwest side.
CAMPING ON FRIDAY NIGHT: Camping with restrooms available on Friday night at the
Sonoita Fairgrounds.
SIGN-IN TIME: Register between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM. Baggage truck will depart no
later than 8 AM. Sign in, drop your dufflebag labeled with color-coded motel
tags, and pick up your ride map. Start riding as soon as you are ready!
COPPER QUEEN DINNER:
$18 per person. Must be paid ahead of time with your ride fee.
Two seatings available: 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM. Please choose at sign-in.
Available to the first 100 pre-registered riders only. Limited seating.
COPPER QUEEN BREAKFAST: (Starts at 6 AM)
$12 per person. Must be paid ahead of time with your ride fee.
LUGGAGE: Luggage will be delivered ONLY to the listed places below. You are
welcome to make your own arrangements, if you opt for accommodations not on our
list. Luggage will be delivered by NOON on Saturday. On Sunday morning, put your
luggage at the same place where is was the day before, no later than 8 AM.
Luggage not at the proper place at the proper time will not be picked up by our
truck driver.
45-MILE OPTION: If you wish to ride the shorter option, you must sign up for it
when you send your registration in. A shuttle van will go from Sag #3 to Bisbee
on Saturday, and from Sag #2 to the finish in Sonoita on Sunday.
RIDE ORGANIZER: Suzanne Couvrette, (520) 891-4661 or e-mail at Update-Editor@bikegaba.org.
Volunteers welcome! GABA Bucks awarded to all volunteers!
Sonoita-Bisbee Ride Fee
PRE-REGISTERED RIDERS:
GABA/ABC Members:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $55
Non members: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $70
Sat. Dinner At Copper Queen: . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18
(Limited to the first 100 riders ONLY)
Sun. Brkfst at Copper Queen at 6 AM: . . . . . . . $12
(MEALS MUST BE PRE-PAID WITH RIDE FEE)
DAY-OF-EVENT RIDERS:
GABA/ABC members:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $70
Non members:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85
Why not join GABA-Tucson today?
Get your monthly newsletter delivered to your door
AND this ride at member price!
Add $15 for a one-year individual membership,
$18 for a family membership, or $10 for students.
Your Ride Fee Includes:
1) Camping w/restrooms at Sonoita Fairgrounds on Friday night before the ride;
2) Safe car parking at Sonoita Fairgrounds from Saturday AM to Sunday PM;
3) SAG Support along the route on both days;
4) 3 Sag Stops each day, with water, fruit, snacks & lunch makings;
5) Baggage truck to deliver your luggage at camping site or at your hotel (tag
your dufflebag with hotel name tags at the start of ride);
6) Camping in Bisbee on Saturday night at Higgins Park with hot showers; bring
TOWEL & SOAP;
7) Course map and riders instructions;
8) GABA Signs at each turn along the course for both days;
9) Door Prizes at both seatings at Copper Queen Saturday dinner - you must be
present to win.
10) Porta-Johns at 3rd Sag Stop on Saturday and 1st Sag Stop on Sunday morning;
11) New this year:
Shuttle van for the last 20 miles on Saturday, from Sag #3 to Bisbee, and for
the last 25 miles on Sunday from Sag #2 to Sonoita for riders who chose for the
shorter 45 miles option.
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
SONOITA-BISBEE SPRING RIDE
APRIL 14 & 15, 2007
ONE FORM PER RIDER. Photocopies acceptable.
Please fill out all the blanks.
Leader: Suzanne Couvrette, (520) 891-4661
or update-editor@bikegaba.org
Return this form & your check to:
GABA, P. O. Box 43273, Tucson, AZ 85733
EACH RIDER MUST CARRY A PHOTO ID
TO RIDE THRU FORT HUACHUCA.
Option chosen: 69 mi _______
I will need a shuttle 45 mi _______
Motel Name_____________________________________
Camping __________ (BRING TOWEL & SOAP!)
Vegetarian: Yes No (for SAG stops/meals)
PRE-REGISTRATION FEE:
GABA/ABC Member . . . . . . . . $55 $_________
Non-member ride fee . . . . . . .$70 $_________
Sat. Dinner at Copper Queen. .$18 $_________
(First 100 Pre-Registered riders ONLY)
Sun. Brkfst at Copper Queen . .$12 $_________
(Starts at 6 AM)
DAY-OF-THE-EVENT FEE:
GABA/ABC member . . . . . . . . . . . .$70 $________
Non-member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85 $________
Total money enclosed: $_______
I AM Currently a GABA member: YES NO
NAME
(print)_____________________________________
ADDRESS__________________________________
CITY_____________________ ZIP ____________
PHONE ___________________________________
E-Mail_____________________________________
CPSC-approved helmets mandatory.
STAPLE a SIGNED WAIVER to each Form.
Forms & Waivers cut with scissors are much appreciated.
Motel List (updated 1/07)
Camping available at Higgins Park w/hot showers. Luggage delivered ONLY to the
list below. (Make your own arrangements if staying at other places.)
Audrey’s 888-437-4263 www.audreysinn.com
Canyon Rose suites 866-296-7673 www.canyonrose.com
Carolina Suites 520-432-2977 garland@rioverderealty.com
Copper Queen: 520-432-2216 www.copperqueen.com
Eldorado Suites 520-432-6679 www.eldoradobisbee.com
Gardens at Mile High 520-432-3866 www.gardensatmilehighranch.com
Gym Club Suites 520-234-5921 www.bisbeelandmark.com
High Desert Inn 520-432-5747 flwrchld1969@msn.com
Inn at Castle Rock: 800-566-4449 www.theinn.org
Mayberry's Place 520-234-1252 www.inntheoaks.com
OK Street Jailhouse 520-432-7434 www.okrealtyinc.com
Old Bisbee B&B 520-432-2080 www.oldbisbeebnb.com
San Ramon Hotel 520-432-1901 hotelsanramon.com
School House Inn 800-537-4333 www.schooljouseinnbb.com
Silverking Hotel 520-432-3723 sparkyriviera@earthlink.net
Weather Station Inn 520-432-1691 www.weatherstationinn.net
Chamber of Commerce 520-432-5421 www.bisbeearizona.com
PLEASE! DO NOT use Hotel La More or others NOT listed here: it is impossible
for our truck to negotiate very narrow streets without a turn-around area.
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April 13-15, 2007
$7200 purse!
The Southwest's Most Popular
Multi-Category USCF Stage Race Returns!
The Classic missed 2006 after failed attempts at getting Kinney and Gates Pass
Roads closed for the traditional Gates Pass RR. Too much pressure from local
biz's (including the Desert Museum), new event and road closure rules from Pima
Co. Transp. Dept., growth in the area & irate residents made that race
impossible. Therefore, sadly, the Gates Pass Course is history.
After some review, we decided to use the very challenging 6.0 mile Tumacacori RR
course south of Tucson. Formally the AZ Districts course, 1/3 of the loop is a
6%+ climb and the remainder has fast corners, rollers, flats and several steep
drops. It's a butt buster! Located 58 miles south of Tucson at approx. 3600'
elevation, there is very minimal traffic in the scarcely populated area. The
race will be dedicated in memory of Garret Lemire and safety will be our #1
concern.
Stage 1 McCain Loop TT & Stage 3 Anklam/Speedway Circuit Race courses will not
change for 2007. The Classic continues to be a uniquely formatted, challenging
stage race: that's what has made it one of the most popular stage races in the
country.
We are looking for volunteers to help with the race (check in help on Friday;
support crews and turn marshals on Sat and Sun) and some host housing as well.
Contact Steve at snsbohn@cox.net or 884-5564 if you can help! Volunteers get
cool T-shirts.
Stage 1: Friday, 4/13: Old Tucson/McCain Loop Time Trial: 11 AM-6 PM. 3.0 mile
course starting from Gilbert Ray Campground on picturesque McCain Loop Rd.
Stage 2: Sat, 4/14: Tumacacori/Garrett Lemire Memorial RR: 6:45 AM-2 PM. 6.0
mile loop with a 2-mi steep climb near Rio Rico, 58 miles from Tucson. Fun
course to watch! Elite Men race 72 miles
Stage 3: Sun, 4/15: Anklam/Speedway Circuit Race: 6:45 AM-1 PM. 5.6 mile
challenging loop. Elite Men race 56 miles. S/F on Greasewood west of Pima
College. Best day for spectators!
Website: www.tucsonbicycleclassic.com, or contact: snsbohn@cox.net
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May 5 & 6, 2007
Two options:
85 miles per day with all the hills! or
65 miles per day with fewer hills!
REGISTER NOW!!!
A MINIMUM of 35 pre-registered riders is needed by April 15th; otherwise, the
ride will have to be cancelled.
Join us for the spectacular scenery and challenging hills of the Salt River
Canyon. With over 8,500 feet of climbing on the first day, this ride is for
strong, experienced riders.
OPTIONS:
Choose the full 85 scenic hilly miles (90 if you stay at the campground), or a
reduced 65-mile easier course. The full course takes you from the mining town of
Globe up through desert vistas into pine trees, and the open vistas of the rocky
canyon. The shorter version includes a 20-mile shuttle to the first sag stop to
eliminate about 3000 feet of climbing out of Globe on the first day. Both
options include the curvy steep descent to the bottom of the canyon, climbing up
and up on the other side, a downhill to Carrizo Creek and the final rolling
climb in the pine trees into Show Low.
On the 2nd day, the course may be shortened by a shuttle to Carrizo Canyon, or
shorter-version cyclists can tackle the full 85 miles and 5000 feet of climbing.
If you want to ride the shorter version with fewer hills, but still a good
"scenic" workout, contact Bob Klenke, bobmarie1003@aol.com, (520) 825-2601 to
reserve your seat in the van. The number of van seats is limited, so 65 milers
must pre-register by April 15!
STARTING PLACE & TIME:
Meet in Globe between 6:30 and 7 AM on Saturday morning at the Gila County
Courthouse at 1400 E. Ash Street, just east of Jack in the Box. Load your duffle
bag in the baggage vehicle and pick up your map & ride instructions. Start
riding as soon as you're ready, no later than 7 AM! Baggage van will depart by
7:15 AM.
SAG SUPPORT:
SAG #1 will be 20 miles into the ride. This portion of the ride includes gradual
climbing.
SAG #2 at the top of Salt River Canyon (40 miles into the ride), will provide
lunch.
SAG #3 is be located 20 miles further at the Chevron station, Carrizo Junction.
It is important to re-hydrate yourself at each sag stop, even if you don't feel
thirsty. Consumption of enough calories over the course of the day will help you
feel strong until you reach your destination.
Fee: Pre-registered Riders: GABA/ABC members: $85; Non-members: $100
DAY OF EVENT Riders: GABA/ABC members: $100; Non-members: $115.
Helmets are mandatory.
A minimum of 35 riders is needed to put on this event. If there are not 35
committed & paid cyclists by April 15th, the ride will have to be canceled.
Fee includes camping at Fool's Hollow State Park in Show Low; baggage transport;
3 sag stops including a lunch stop each day; sag vehicles on the route; maps &
riders instructions.
RIDE LEADERS: Judy Bolt, bojubolt@aol.com, (520) 512-0442 and Bob Klenke,
bobmarie1003@aol.com , (520) 825-2601. Sag stop and sag vehicle volunteers are
needed. Earn GABA bucks toward the ride entry fee on another ride, or toward a
GABA jersey: put your "Bucks" to work! Contact Judy or Bob if you or your
friends and family want to help.
MOTEL LIST:
In Globe: In Show Low:
El Rey: (928) 425-4427; Sleep Inn: (928)532-7323 Pool, Jacuzzi, brkfst Economy
Inn: (928) 425-5736; Kiva: (928) 537-4542. Jacuzzi;
El Rancho Motel: (928) 425-5757; Best Western Paint Pony: (928) 537-5773;
Motel 6: (928) 425-5741; Days Inn: (928) 537-4356;
Comfort Inn: (928) 425-7575; Motel 6: (928) 537-7694;
Super 8: (928) 425-7124; Holiday Inn: (928) 537-5115;
Days Inn: (928) 425-5500; Thunderbird : (928) 537-4391.
Travelodge: (928) 425-7008.
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
Salt River Canyon Ride
May 5 & 6, 2007
(ONE FORM PER RIDER)
Photocopies accepted. Please fill out all blanks
We need at least 35 riders: Registrations must be received no later than 4/15.
Leaders:
Judy Bolt, 512-0442, overnights@bikegaba.org and
Bob Klenke, 825-2601, bobmarie1003@aol.com
Return this Form & your check to:
GABA P. O. Box 43273, Tucson, AZ 85733
Options chosen: (Please circle) 85mi 65mi
Motel _______________________ Camping _____
Vegetarian: Yes No (SAG stops food/meal)
PRE-REGISTRATION FEE:
GABA/ABC Members: $ 85 $_____
Non-members: $100 $_____
DAY-OF-EVENT:
GABA/ABC members: $100 $_____
Non-members: $115 $_____
Total money enclosed: $_____
I AM Currently a GABA/ABC member: YES NO
NAME
(print)_____________________________________
ADDRESS___________________________________
CITY_______________________ ZIP ___________
PHONE ____________________________________
E-Mail______________________________________
CPSC-approved helmets mandatory.
STAPLE your SIGNED WAIVER to each form.
Forms & Waivers cut with scissors are appreciated!
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Saturday, April 28th
at Mc Cormick Park,
On Columbus Blvd.,
South of Fort Lowell
& North of Glenn
See article for details on page 4.
Ice Cream will be served
after the 3 rides return to the Park
around 10 AM.
Volunteers needed
to scoop scrumptious ice cream!
Rides of different levels will be offered,
starting from McCormick Park
and returning later
for a well-deserved reward!
Event coordinator:
Pam Cullop, 290-4321 or socialdirector@bikegaba.org.
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Thursday, March 29 at 6 PM
at Brooklyn Pizza, 534 N. 4th Avenue
By Greg Yares, Swap Organizer
Interested in helping out? Come on and join us! Everybody is welcome! After
getting some pizza for sustenance, let's all walk down the street for hands-on
planning!
Pick the time and length of time you are willing to help: there is something for
everyone! And earn GABA Bucks at the same time!
We need people to pick up supplies from the GABA storage unit; to cordon off
certain areas; to allocate spaces for vendors; to direct buyers to local parking
areas; for traffic control; to get a list of all the vendors; to clean up after
the event; to return all supplies; or to spend an hour or two at the "GABA
table" giving out information on Club membership, week-end rides, and selling
GABA jerseys.
CALL GREG AHEAD OF TIME at 323-9020 or e-mail at swapmeet@ bikegaba.org - he
needs to know how many pizzas to plan for!
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Stop by for a visit at the GABA table while at the Spring GABA Bike Swap. Get
Tucson area Bicycle Route Maps; buy GABA current club jerseys at regular price,
or past events t-shirts at bargain prices! Get pertinent information on
bicycling in Tucson, club membership information and applications. And meet
friendly people!
Want to be a "GABA Table" volunteer? Call Sandi Rousseau at 577-1187 or contact
her at secretary@bikegaba.org. Be a part of the action!
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By Richard E. “Rich” Corbett
Certified Master Cycling Instructor & Coach
Join Coach Rich Corbett as he leads the second 4-week TTM Training Rides for C+
riders. In case you are new to the area, the TTM is in its 21st year and is the
premier spring cycling event in Tucson, with more than 1,000 participants.
The April training rides will start from Udall Park, taking advantage of the
great hills on the east side to help achieve better elevation change
conditioning. Meet at the east end of the Udall Parking lot, and be prepared to
continue your learning and conditioning.
C+ riders are described as “Moderate Touring/Non-Competitive – who can average
14 to 16 mph, and as solid cyclists competent with safety and bike handling
skills - should be reasonably experienced riding in a group. There are
occasional stops and regroupings as designated by the ride leader.
Whether you want to ride TTM for fun, or for a personal best, Coach Rich can
help you achieve your goal. Contact Coach Rich at 623-0017 or kc7ovm@dakotacom.net
if you have questions or want more information.
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by Richard E. “Rich” Corbett
Certified Master Cycling Instructor & Coach
Your Saddle - Selection and Comfort: It is very important to have the right
saddle, and for it to be adjusted correctly. Saddles come in a wide range of
widths, firmnesses, and materials; with and without cutouts in the nose, with
and without gel. Experiment and hopefully you will find a saddle that is
comfortable.
There are three major sources of saddle discomfort:
1) Sit bone (ischeal tuberosity) soreness – Your bottom hurts! How many times
have you felt this way? There are three parts to eliminating this painful
condition:
a. Condition your body to get used to the pressure on the sit bones. This is the
best approach (lots of saddle time) to eventually eliminate, most all sit bone
soreness.
b. Get a saddle that ‘gives’ only a little where your sit bones rest, and wide
(or narrow) enough so that your sit bones actually contact the saddle, where the
saddle is designed to ‘seat you’.
c. Softer is not better! You need to have good support, not squishy cushioning,
to be comfortable on longer rides.
2) Genital area soreness. Not everyone experiences this problem, but for those
who do, it is a real problem. You have this problem if you feel a burning
sensation or numbness when you ride for longer than half an hour. Make sure your
saddle is level or very slightly nose down. If that doesn’t help, get a new
saddle!
a. Try a saddle with a cutout. Make sure the edges of the cutout don’t rub or
otherwise bother you. You should not notice them on your test ride.
b. Try a saddle with gel in the nose (gel is soft, but not too squishy in this
application), and it will relieve pressure.
c. Try a wider (at the back) saddle so more of your weight is borne by the sit
bones. (Women have ½ inch wider sit bones [ischeal tuberosities] spacing, so
this means they need a wider sitting area for their saddle to be comfortable).
3) Chafing (skin abrasion).You will never forget it if you have ever experienced
this! Both saddle and shorts play important roles in preventing chafing. Saddle
issues are discussed here, and shorts issues below.
a. If your saddle is too wide through the nose, or where the back end curves
into the nose, your thighs will rub as they move back and forth against the
saddle edges, resulting in chafing. If this is true, choose a different saddle.
b. Chafing can also result from the saddle being too soft and squishy. Your
bottom is able to rub, again, and again, and again . . .
c. Try ‘chamois cream’ to minimize chafing (Plain vaseline is used by many pros)
Saddle Adjustment: First, check your saddle height, by sitting on the saddle
wearing your riding shorts and shoes. Resting the heels of your feet on the
pedals, bring the pedals to the 12 and 6 o’clock position. Your down heel should
just barely have contact with the pedal. If your heel easily contacts the pedal,
your saddle is too low. Pedal backwards with someone watching you from behind.
Your hips should not rock as you pedal. If they do, your saddle is too high.
Place the balls of your feet on the pedals in normal riding position and return
the pedals to the 12 and 6 o’clock position. Your down leg should have only a
slight bend at the knee (due to your heel being slightly raised).
Next, set the tilt of your saddle so it is level or very slightly nose down.
Finally, check the front-rear adjustment of your saddle, by placing your feet on
the pedals in normal riding position and bring the pedals to the 3 and 9 o’clock
position. Looking at your forward leg, drop a plumb line from just behind your
kneecap to the pedal. The line should intersect the pedal at its axis, or within
a half an inch or so of it.
Your Bicycle Shorts - Selection and Comfort: Lets look at what the most
important factors are in: 1) selection, and in 2) fit.
Factors in Selection:
Price is a starting point for many people. The more you spend, the better
quality the short. Less expensive shorts use lighter materials, and less detail
in construction.
Spandex material is really stretchy, and that makes it easy to put on and take
off. It comes in different weights – 5 oz is a lighter weight (cooler in hot
weather), 6 to 7 oz is medium weight, and 8+ oz is heavy weight (usually
provides the best fit and support).
The liner is important in selecting shorts. Avoid liners that are too thickly
padded. They will squish around and can result in chafing, especially on longer
rides. Liners that have either no seams, or use flat-seam stitching are most
comfortable.
The leg grippers should be distinctly wider, have good, semi-sticky gripper
material, and they should be snug, but not too tight.
The number of panels is another factor in fit – generally the more panels there
are, the better the fit. My best fitting, most comfortable shorts (and
knickers), especially for longer rides, are all of 8-panel construction.
How is the waistband constructed? Most are elastic, while some are elastic with
a drawstring. Either way is okay for most people, just be sure not to get shorts
with only a drawstring, as it is uncomfortable this way! And, there is an
alternative – Bib shorts. The shoulder straps are designed to keep your shorts
from drooping, and they do! But they cost more, and make pit stops (especially
for women) more complicated.
Factors in Fit:
Which bicycle shorts fit best? Shorts that are tight enough to always move with
your body (not against it) will result in no friction between your shorts and
your skin (good). If you get shorts that fit snugly, but not too tightly, the
issue of size will be automatically addressed. Most of us appreciate the firm
support from snug fitting shorts. Good shorts that are heavy enough to have
‘body’ will usually be a little loose in the rear when you stand straight. But
when you bend forward, into the position you ride in, they are no longer loose,
as they are fitted for riding – not standing around!
A fitting feature that many people like in bicycle shorts are legs long enough
to cover (and comfortably compress) their thighs. Why? I have heard from more
than a few people that mid-thigh length shorts are less comfortable, and tend to
bind at the leg gripper seam. I know, as I too have had that experience.
Waist ‘length’, or how high the shorts come up, especially in the back, is
another fitting factor. A higher waist can keep you from getting sunburned
between your jersey hem and the top of your shorts, or it may just ‘feel‘
better.
The number of panels is another factor in Fit (as well as in selection). 8 panel
shorts that fit snugly are a delight to wear, in general.
In summary: Pay attention to what works or doesn’t work for you, and you'll be
able, over time, to focus on the factors that are most important for you. This
will include proper saddle selection, and adjustment, as well as shorts that
work well for you.
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Friday, May 11, 2007
Check-in will run from 5:45 until 7 AM.
By Steve Wilson, Ride Leader
GABA is pleased to offer the 15th annual edition of the GABA Mt. Lemmon Hill
Climb on May 11th this year. The road is still in great shape and offers one of
the finest road bike rides anywhere in the world. The 4.5% average grade allows
for a challenging ascent without using extremely low gearing, and a descent that
requires little or no braking.
We’re expanding the sag support this year to accommodate a wider variety of
riders. This year, we will have 3 leapfrogging sags covering 4 sag stops with
longer hours. We have recommended start times depending on your average speed to
insure that you'll find the Team at each of the stops. Please try to follow
these guidelines if you want support all the way up. The sags stops are
approximately 6 miles apart.
The check-in location has moved slightly this year to GABA President Tony
Everett’s house at 4590 N. Via Noriega. (approx. 1 mile from the base of the
mountain). See Yahoo or Google on the web for detailed maps. If you don't have
internet/printer access, take Catalina Hwy to Snyder, right on Snyder to Via
Molino, right on Via Molino to Via Noriega, then left.
The sag schedule is as follows:
Sag 1: Molino Basin 7 to 9:30 AM.
Sag 2: Bear Canyon 8 to 11 AM.
Sag 3: San Pedro Vista 9 to 12 PM.
Sag 4: Loma Linda 10 to 1 PM.
Recommended start times, depending on your average climbing speed, are:
6 AM for 4 MPH; 6:30 AM for 5 MPH; 7 AM for 7 MPH; and 7:30 AM for 9 MPH. If you
average these speeds with these start times and spend 15 minutes at each sag
stop, you'll get to each one during the times they're open.
We're keeping pre-registration this year to give us a better idea of how many
will be attending. Fees to cover sag cost will be $7 in advance, and $10 on the
day of the ride. See inside back cover of Update, or website (www.bikegaba.org)
for Registration Form. Please help make our volunteers job easier by registering
early.
If you've thought about trying to make it all the way to the top but never have,
this is a great time for a big first attempt. The excellent sag support
eliminates the need for carrying extra food and fluids, and the camaraderie
along the way is a great inspiration. Every year, we've had at least one rider
make it to the top for the first time - it's a worthy achievement!
After reaching Ski Valley, check out an optional lunch at the Iron Door
restaurant (Ski Valley) or at Summerhaven's Cafes. Count on about $10-15 for
lunch depending on your appetite. Pies at the Mt. Lemmon Café in Summerhaven are
always good.
The descent this year is as sweet as ever, with an almost continuous 21-mile
downhill shot from Bigelow Rd. to the base. Round trip to Ski Valley is 56
miles, with 6,600 feet of elevation gain. Check the weather forecast and be
prepared. Rain is unlikely in early May, but you don't want to be surprised at
8,000 feet. We hope to see you on the ride!
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
Mt Lemmon Hill Climb
Friday, May 11, 2007
(ONE FORM PER RIDER)
Photocopies of this form are acceptable
Please fill out all the blanks.
Ride Leader: Steve Wilson, 870-5282
or wilsons@us.ibm.com
Return this form & your check to: GABA
P. O. Box 43273, Tucson, AZ 85733
Starting time: (please circle)
6 AM 6:30 AM 7 AM 7:30 AM
PRE-REGISTRATION FEE: $ 7 $_____
DAY OF EVENT FEE: $10 $_____
Total money enclosed: $_____
I AM Currently a GABA member: YES NO
NAME
(print)_____________________________________
ADDRESS___________________________________
CITY_________________ ZIP _________________
PHONE ____________________________________
E-Mail______________________________________
CPSC-approved helmets are mandatory.
STAPLE your signed WAIVER to each Form.
Forms & Waivers cut with scissors are appreciated!
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Saturday, April 28
at McCormick Park on Columbus Blvd.
by Pam Cullop, Social Director
It’s ice-cream eating time once again (but when isn’t it?) And yes, it’s also
bike-riding time (but when isn’t it?) However, this is the time of year when we
put the two of them together for our annual Ice Cream/Bike Ride Social! `Meeting
place for this event will once again be at McCormick Park, located at 2950 N.
Columbus Blvd., just north of Glenn and south of Fort Lowell.
Ride Leaders will be on hand to lead "B", "C" and "D" rides. Pick the option
that best suits you. We have something for everyone! The more experienced and
“faster riders” will be taken into the hills, at a pretty good clip; we have a
nice flat and safe route planned for the families or less experienced riders…and
for those of you who don’t want to exert yourselves too much, but need to get in
a “good workout”; we have a ride designed for you, too!
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your preferred ride, so that you can
sign in, get your bike unloaded and be ready to leave by the designated
departure time.
• "B" Riders (16-18 MPH): plan on a 40-45 mile ride. Departure time: 7 AM
• "C" Riders (12-14 MPH): plan on a 30-35 mile ride. Departure time: 8 AM
• "D" Riders ( 8-12 MPH): plan on a 10-15 mile ride. Departure time: 9 AM
.
Once you return to the park from your ride, join us at Ramada #2 where you will
be able to choose from a delicious assortment of Schwan’s ice cream flavors! It
isn’t everyday that you have the good fortune to indulge to your heart’s content
with a cool, delicious and creamy treat! Yummy for your tummy!!!!!
If you prefer not to ride, but would like to come and eat some ice cream and/or
just “hang out” for a while, you are welcome to do that too!
Ice Cream will be served between 10 and 10:30 AM; visiting will last the entire
time you are at the park and on the ride! Please – don’t be shy – come on out
and enjoy the day with us! Everybody is welcome!
If you have any questions about this event; if you would like to volunteer to
lead a ride; or if you want to help scoop the ice cream in the cones (think GABA
Bucks), I would love to talk with you. Give me (Pam Cullop) a call at
290-4321(H) or 271-6678(M) or send me an e-mail: socialdirector@bikegaba.org.
Thanks, and hope to see you there!
“I Scream; You Scream; We All Scream, for Ice Cream” (iscream)!
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New Members:
Orland Crooks; Jim & Eileen Owen; Scott Cerreta; The Morans; Lee Max & Diane
Seder; Susan Bond; Anthony Admire; Chuck Wood; Nick Antrobus; David Ness;
Carolyn & Eric Erdman; Lina Pace; Doug Bertrand; Robert Diller; Todd Runck;
Erinn Ayres; Frank & Yuliya Cerros; Rocio Magana; Joe Heater; Douglas Perry;
Vernie Aikins; Jackie Oldermann; John Desilets; Jess Pettitt; Nathan Bahill;
Debra Howard; Denise & Kimberly Kinkade; Jeff & Nancy Larson; Roy & June
Chamberlin; Bethany Irons; James & Debra Harms; Lars Wigert; Norm Friedman;
Jessica Walker; Elliot Anderson; Brian Nicholas; Francoise Harris-Besencon; John
Matzek.
Renewing members:
Donna Tew; Sue McDavit; Patrick Payne; Bill Scott; Paul & Joyce Vyriotes; Donald
McGraw; Dave Burnett; Fred Finney; Cass Faux; Bob Brown; Sally Glines; Brad Van
Norman; Dave Phillips; Phyllis Webster; Nicole Burdette; Dick & Susan Hall; Dick
& Louise Strayer; Linda Pejchar; John Mooney; Ann Pardo; Patricia Dow; Ken Nezzy;
Janice & Chris Dunn; Anne Herbst & Jonathan Mosher; Jack Skeffington; Monica
Zavala-Durazo; Warwick White; Manuel Ramos; Norm Land; Vern Hines; Walter
Lambertson; Daniel Lust; Robert Hooper; Matt Rotando;Michelle Dunn.
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Options for 70 or 27 miles
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Both Options Start & Finish at New Marana City Hall
off Barnett Rd. just north of Lon Adams Rd.
Starting times: 6:30 AM 70-mile event
8:30 AM 27-mile event
This year, the TTM will challenge over 1,000 cyclists of all ages and abilities
with the help of more than 250 volunteers! Over a dozen aid stations with food,
water and medical assistance will dot the course. Traffic control over the
entire route makes this ride one of the safest and most enjoyable events in the
southwest!
Proceeds go to the Arizona Alumni Association Scholarship Fund and to Kino Kids,
a program of Kino Community Hospital, as well as to Pima College and the TMC
Children's Fund.
For more information on the cost and how to register, or to volunteer to be a
bike patrol, please call PBAA at (520) 745-2033 (Tucson), or visit the website
at www. perimeterbicycling.com or e-mail at info@perimeterbicycling.com.
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MAY 16TH at 6 PM
by Tony Everett, President
It may be a little unusual, but I would like to use this forum to actively
enlist as much support as possible for a ride that is not a GABA ride.
On May 16th, Tucson will join 138 other cities in the U.S, Canada, Scotland,
Australia, and Singapore for a “Ride of Silence” to honor and remember fellow
cyclists who have been killed on our roadways.
The "Ride of Silence" began in 2003 to honor a cyclist killed in Dallas, and has
grown in size, number, and importance since then. While we remember our fellow
cyclists, it is equally important to understand that another purpose of this
ride is to increase awareness in the community at large of our presence and our
right to use the roadways. This ride is not intended to antagonize drivers of
motor vehicles, but hopefully to increase their awareness of the presence of
cyclists on our roads, not occasionally, but daily. The use of bicycles as a
primary mode of transportation is increasing rapidly, and it is more important
than ever to help make our roads as safe as possible.
There are many ways to make ourselves more visible, and to ride safely. Tucson
is a “Bicycle Friendly Community” but it can always be safer. The "Ride of
Silence" will be approximately 12 miles, and will be at a pace not intended to
exceed 12 MPH The ride will begin and end at McCormick Park, on Columbus, just
north of Glenn.
Please join me for this important event in the Tucson Cycling community. This
ride will not only honor the friends & family we have lost, but just maybe, will
generate a greater awareness of our presence on the roadways, and possibly save
a life. What greater reward could there be?
Be Careful, Ride Safe, and Enjoy
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May 26, 27, 28, 2007
By Pam Cullop, Ride Organizer
Spend Memorial Day Weekend cycling a moderately difficult ride on some of the
least traveled roads in the cool mountains of Eastern Arizona and Western New
Mexico!
Day 1: 48 Miles: Springerville, AZ to Quemado, NM
Only Pre Registered Riders will begin “Check In” at 8 AM (not earlier). Those
riders who wait to sign up on the Day of the Event, will not start the “Check
In” process until after the pre-registered group is nearly completed; a good
reason to sign up early!
Come to the Safeway parking lot (crossroads of Airport Rd and Mountain Ave),
next to the Chinese restaurant. Park your vehicle for the weekend in the lot
closest to our set up location. A lunch stop (SAG 2) is located just before a
cyclist’s dream: an 8-mile fast descent into Quemado! Camping and showers are
located at Quemado High School (follow the GABA signs to the back of the school
lot). An optional group dinner on Saturday evening and Sunday’s optional group
breakfast will be served by the members of the girls’ volleyball team in the new
cafeteria located in the back of the school. Both meals must be prepaid, and
included in your ride fee total.
(The Volleyball Team fundraises 80% of the monies it needs to assist needy
members attend VB Camp, pay for tournament achievement awards, and pay for
tournament rooms, travel and food. Ordering your meals at the school is a great
way to help support these girls in achieving their goal.)
Day 2: 55 Miles: Quemado, NM to Reserve, NM
Pedal on lightly traveled roads through the Gallo Mountains. The morning stop
(SAG 1) is at the top of the climb. Then be prepared for a thrilling descent
into Apache Corners for lunch (SAG 2)! Continue on to Reserve, our destination
for the day.
THE OPTIONAL SIDE TRIP (32 ROUND-TRIP MILES) TO THE CONTINENTAL DIVIDE IS NOT
OFFICIALLY PART OF THE ROUTE. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ENTER YOUR NAME ON THE
"SIGN-UP" SHEET PROVIDED AT SAG #2, AND YOU MUST DEPART SAG #2 FOR THIS SIDE
TRIP NO LATER THAN NOON.
Campers will stay at the Village Park, which is across from the high school, on
San Francisco St. Two portable toilets will be in place between the firehouse
and the park, and showers will be at the Rode Inn. Optional group dinner on
Saturday evening, and Sunday morning will be served in the Community Center,
across the street from the high school, just down the road a bit from the park.
Both meals must be prepaid, and included in your ride fee total.
Day 3: 63 Miles: Reserve, NM to Springerville, AZ
Most challenging day! After the day’s major climb, relax and enjoy the view from
Luna Summit at SAG 1! With a bit more climbing to go after you get back ‘on the
saddle’ – you are on your way to the AZ/NM border via spectacular vistas. Lunch
(SAG 2) is located off of the main highway at the Luna Lake picnic grounds.
For those who need to refuel (light food) or re-hydrate (water & Gatorade),
there will be a 3rd SAG stop at the base of the last climb of the day located
near the boat ramp to the Luna Lake dam. Ride back to your car, and drive over
to the Rode Inn if you’d like to clean up before driving back home that
afternoon; two “shower rooms” have been reserved at the Rode Inn in
Springerville for this purpose.
Fee Includes:
Luggage transport for three days; 2 SAG stops w/food & water on each day; a 3rd
SAG stop added on Day 3; Camping & Showers at Quemado High School on Saturday;
Showers at Rode Inn Motel, with Camping at the Village Park in Reserve on
Sunday; Sweep vehicle help throughout the course for all three days; and
end-of-the-ride showers on Monday at the Rode Inn in Springerville.
Register as soon as possible to assist us in preparing a well-supported ride. We
must give our meal hosts a “head count” 2-weeks in advance of the ride for meal
preparations. If you wait too late to register, you may not be able to purchase
a meal!
Additionally, please make motel and camping reservations right away in
Springerville, as they will be celebrating John Wayne’s 100 “birth” day! I am
told that they anticipate a huge crowds, and filled-to-capacity motel
situations! You may need to check in local towns or forest campgrounds this year
for your pre-ride overnight stay.
Ride Leader: For more information, contact Pam Cullop, (520) 290-4321 (H), (520)
271-6678 (M), or socialdirector@bikegaba.org
PRE-REGISTRATION FEE:
GABA/ABC Members: $85 Non-Members: $100
DAY OF EVENT:
GABA/ABC Members: $100 Non-Members: $115
OPTIONAL MEALS MUST BE PREPAID WITH RIDE FEE:
Dinner in Quemado: $ 9.50 Breakfast in Quemado: $ 7.50
Dinner in Reserve: $12.00 Breakfast in Reserve: $ 10.00
Save $1 - when you pay for both meals in Reserve: $21.
MOTEL LIST:
Springerville: Rode Inn: 877-220-6553
Super 8: 800-800-8000
Quemado: Allison: 505-773-4550
Largo: 505-773-4686
Allegre 505-773-4520
Reserve: Rode Inn: 505-533-6661
Village Motel: 505-533-6600
Hidden Springs Inn 505-533-6146 or www.thehiddenspringsinn.com
(The Hidden Springs Inn will provide shuttle transportation for you and your
luggage, from Reserve after the ride, and back again for dinner that evening, if
desired.)
LUNA LAKE TOUR
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
May 26, 27 & 28, 2007
(ONE FORM PER RIDER)
Photocopies accepted. Please fill out all the blanks.
Ride Leader: Pam Cullop, (520) 290-4321
or socialdirector@bikegaba.org
Return this form & your check to: GABA
P.O. Box 43273, Tucson AZ 85733
Option chosen: (Please circle):
Motel _________ Camping _______ (Bring towel & soap)
Vegetarian: Yes No (for SAG stops/meals)
Money enclosed:
GABA/ABC Members: $ 85.00 $______
Non-Members: $100.00 $______
Dinner, Quemado: $ 9.50 $______
Breakfast, Quemado $ 7.50 $______
Dinner, Reserve: $ 12.00 $______
Breakfast, Reserve: $ 10.00 $______
(For both meals in Reserve: $21)
Day-of-Event GABA/ABC: $100.00 $______
Day-of-Event Non-Members: $115.00 $______
Total money enclosed: $_______
I am currently a GABA member: Yes No
NAME:
(print)____________________________________________
ADDRESS:_________________________________________
CITY:__________________________ ZIP _______________
PHONE: _________________________________________
E-MAIL ___________________________________________
CPSC-approved helmets are mandatory.
STAPLE your SIGNED WAIVER to each Form.
Forms & Waivers cut with scissors are appreciated!
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Plan Your Vacation Now!
Sept. 28 through Oct. 7, 2007
Registration Fee: $645
Limited to 200 cyclists!
Ride Director: Dorothy Barth
Information Message Line: (520) 490-835
Cross-state@bikegaba.org
Www.bikegaba.org
Pre-Tour check-in:
Friday, Sept. 28 from 7 to 9 PM at the Best Western airport in Phoenix
Sat. Sept. 29:
Optional bus trip and bike transportation ($) from the Phoenix Best Western
Airport Inn to the AVI Casino, Laughlin, Nevada. We will be on our way by 9 AM.
Relax and enjoy a sack lunch and the scenery. In Laughlin, relax at the water's
edge at the AVI Resort. Take your bike out for a short spin so you're ready to
ride in the morning. Enjoy our tour kick off banquet later that evening.
Ride Day 1: Sunday, Sept. 30. 50 miles. Laughlin, NV to Kingman, AZ.
Approx. 5,100' of climbing. Head into the Black Mountains, and cruise into the
old mining town of Oatman. Take care to not run into any burros! Exchange one
saddle for another and take a horseback ride.
Ride Day 2: Monday, Oct. 1. 88 miles. Kingman to Seligman.
Approx. 3,900' of climbing. Continue pedaling on the longest currently used
stretch of Route 66. Stop and take a tour of the Grand Canyon Caverns, the
largest dry caverns in the United States.
Ride Day 3: Tuesday, Oct. 2. 99 miles. Seligman to Grand Canyon.
Approx. 5,700' of climbing. Enjoy the changing scenery as you pedal to the high
desert forest of the South Rim. About 25 miles will be on the wide shoulder of
I-40, the only paved road connecting these places, during light midweek traffic.
Rest Day: Wednesday, Oct. 3.
Day off at the Grand Canyon National Park. Explore the canyon on foot or by
bike. Ride out the East Rim Drive, or visit the spectacular overlooks on the
West rim Drive. You can also trade in cycling shoes for hiking boots and spend a
day below the rim of the canyon.
Ride Day 4: Thursday, Oct. 4. 80 miles. Grand Canyon to Flagstaff.
Approx. 3,300' of climbing. Enjoy the cooler temperatures at higher elevation
and the scent of the pine forests as you pedal along the shoulders of the San
Francisco Peaks.
Ride Day 5: Friday, Oct. 5. 94 miles. Flagstaff to Payson.
Approx. 5,600' of climbing. Ride by Lake Mary in the world's ponderosa pine
forest. Crest over the Mogollon Rim and enjoy steep descents through the small
towns of Strawberry (great pies) and Pine.
Ride Day 6: Saturday, Oct. 6. 95 miles. Payson to San Carlos.
Approx. 8,000' of climbing. Savor a thrilling 9 mile descent into saguaro
country, past Roosevelt Lake, View historic Roosevelt Dam, and travel over the
world's longest steel arch and suspension bridge. Test your legs on the steep
climb to follow, cycling through the old mining town of Globe, and on to ?San
Carlos country.
Sunday, Oct. 7:
Optional bus trip ($) from the apache Gold Resort to the Best Western airport
Inn in Phoenix. Motor coaches will begin loading at 8:30 AM.
General Information:
Registration Fee Includes: Five group dinners; Daily baggage transport to host
lodging & camping locations; Outdoor camping with showers; SAG support; Quality
food stops along daily route; End-of-day refreshments; Entrance Pass to the
Grand Canyon National Park; Tour route guides with maps; Commemorative ride wear
and gifts, including a water bottle; Mechanic support for minor repairs (parts
extra $).
Route: The 505-mile route begins at the AVI Casino in Laughlin, Nevada, and ends
at the Apache Gold Casino in San Carlos, Arizona. It features a full day off at
the Grand Canyon, as well as 6 days of riding, for an average of 84 miles per
day. Total elevation gain over the course of the tour exceeds 31,000 feet.
Temperatures: Be prepared for very cool temperatures at higher elevations; frost
is possible at night or early mornings. It can and does rain and snow in
Arizona. At lower elevations, temperatures can reach 100 degrees at times.
Lodging: A large percentage of our tour participants choose the motel option for
all or part of the week. A list of host lodging locations will be furnished upon
receiving a completed, paid registration form. Early reservations are necessary
to ensure receiving our group rate price, and room availability.
Camping: The camping site is usually at the daily host motels. Showers are
provided. There is no indoor camping. There is NO camping in Phoenix or
Laughlin.
Luggage: Maximum of 2 duffel bags per person, with a maximum weight of 40 lbs.
each, are transported to daily host locations only.
Meals: The tour includes 5 group dinners, and after-ride snacks. Please note: We
do make both meat and vegetarian dinners and snacks available. However, if you
have special dietary needs, be prepared to supplement your meals accordingly.
SAG Stops: At designated locations along the daily route, quality food stops
offer a variety of fresh fruits, juices, great snacks, luncheon meats and other
sandwich fixings mid-day, sodas, and water.
Mechanic Support: A mechanic will accompany our Tour for minor repairs and
adjustments. Bike parts will be available at competitive prices. Your bike
should be in excellent working order before leaving home, including low gears
for the BIG climbs we have. Recommendation: A week-long tour is not the time to
try out untested or new bicycle parts or components.
Training: To fully enjoy Arizona’s spectacular scenery, training is recommended.
Throughout the riding season, cyclists should build up to a 50-80 mile ride
weekly. By October, riders should have completed at least one century ride; more
than one is advisable. This route contains several challenging climbs and
elevation gains.
Massages ($): There will be a massage team at the host hotel each night.
Scheduling can be done each day, or in advance. Drop-ins are welcome as time is
available.
Bicycle Shipping: Bicycles may be shipped to Landis Cyclery Bicycle Shop for
assembly (includes a safety check) and delivery to the Best Western Airport Inn
in Phoenix, for a fee. Contact Tim or Brian at (602) 264-5681 for more
information. They will also pick up and pack your bicycle and ship it back to
you. If you have a relatively early departure from Phoenix on your return, this
option will hasten that process. If you prefer, you may ship your bike directly
to the Best Western Airport Inn, where it will be stored in a locked storage
room for you to assemble upon arrival.
Bicycles: All bicycles must be assembled before leaving the hotel in Phoenix.
Please understand that due to limited storage space on the tour, no bike boxes
or bags can be carried on our luggage truck. A locked storage room will be made
available for those items at the BW Airport Inn in Phoenix, for the duration of
the Tour.
Lodging at the Grand Canyon National Park: We have reserved a group block of
rooms for two nights at Yavapai Lodge West. These must be prepaid with your
registration. If you reserve a room and want to share it, please enter a posting
on the website bulletin board. These rooms will sell out fast so please book
early.
Return Flight Info: When you are making your return flight plans, please take
into consideration that, if you are taking your bike back with you, or having it
shipped from the hotel, rather than using Landis Cyclery, you will need to allow
enough time for the disassembly and packaging of the bike, and shuttle time to
the airport. For these reasons, it is generally wise to not plan on flying out
before 3 PM on Sunday, Oct. 7th.
Optional Bus Trip and Bike Transport from Phoenix to the AVI Casino on Saturday,
Sept. 29th: Bus and bike transportation form Phoenix (Best Western Airport Inn)
to the start of the tour in Laughlin, Nevada is available for $55 per person.
Assembled bikes will begin loading at approximately 8 AM (boxes will remain in a
locked room at the BW Airport Inn.) Motor coaches will begin loading at
approximately 9 AM. A complimentary sack lunch will be provided to all
passengers.
Optional Bus Trip and Bike Transport from San Carlos to Phoenix on Sunday, Oct.
7th: Bus and bike transportation will be available at the cost of $45 per person
for the trip from the Apache Gold Resort, San Carlos to Phoenix. Bikes will
begin loading at approximately 7:30 AM, and motor coaches will begin loading at
approximately 8:30 AM, arriving at the Best Western Phoenix Airport Inn around
10:30 AM.
Confirmation Letter: This will be e-mailed to you (or mailed as required)
shortly after receiving your check with a completed and signed registration form
and signed waiver. The letter will contain a designated motel and camping
location list, and a list of suggested equipment and clothing items for the
Tour.
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By Matt Zoll
Due to popular demand, GABA recently paid for a new bike rack that was installed
at the Saguaro National Park East bicycle rest area.
On a recent outing, I saw 14 bikes parked at the Saguaro National Park East,
using both the new rack and the existing rack.
Many thanks to Bob O'Donnel of Function First bicycle racks, a local
manufacturer of high-quality racks, for providing the rack and delivering it to
Saguaro National Park East at a very reasonable cost (Function First products
may be seen at www.bikerack.com).
The Saguaro National Park staff installed the rack nearly as soon as it arrived.
A great partnership between GABA, Saguaro National Park, and Function First was
achieved to provide a nice facility for the bicycling community.
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Sunday, April 22, 2007
This ride benefits the Real Gift Foundation for Homeless Children. There will be
3 options: 10 & 25 miles and a metric century. The course of the longer option
goes through Paradise Valley and the majestic hills of North Scottsdale.
The ride will start at Horizon High School, 56th St. & Greenway in Scottsdale.
Check-in is at 7 AM. Ride begins at 8 AM.
For more information and for registration, visit www.rideforthechildren.com or
contact the Event Coordinator: Leslie Todd at 480-315-0600, or at
leslie@therogersgroupinc.com.
Promote interest & involvement in all aspects of cycling.
Regularly publish a comprehensive newsletter of cycling info, legislation
affecting cyclists, & other cycling events.
Schedule tours and group riding opportunities for the development of individual
cycling skills and promotion of safe riding habits.
Provide education at all levels of bicycling skills, such as road safety,
bicycle maintenance & emergency repairs; and to encourage bicycle use as an
energy-efficient, healthful means of personal transportation.
The UPDATE deadline is the 12th of the month. All submissions must be typed.
Submit articles to: update-editor@bikegaba.org
or mail to: Suzanne Couvrette, UPDATE Editor
2818 N. Campbell, # 146 Tucson, AZ 85719.
Classified Ad Space: FREE for GABA members,
ONLY for GABA members.
Sponsor Ads on back cover: contact Ram Salcedo, Bike Shops Coordinator, 733-0230
or salcedo@flash.net
The Update is published monthly by GABA-Tucson as a ser-vice to its members.
Submissions may be edited to meet space requirements. GABA does not make
representations on the facts received from members or other cycling entities.
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City of Tucson, Dept. of Transp. P. O. Box 27210, Tucson AZ 85775, 791-4372 or
www.transview.org/tell_frame.html.
Help City/County identify low-cost improvements:
1. Maintenance: fill potholes & cracks, sweeping, trimming;
2. Traffic Control: signis, lane striping, crossing signal repair;
3. Reconstruction: paving, utilities, curbs, ramps, sidewalks.
They are available only for GABA members on a 1st come basis with a $150 deposit
per case, refunded when case(s) is returned in usable condition within 3 days of
borrower's return to town. You pick up & return case to designated location. For
info, contact Peggy Jacobsen, 694-4742,
treasurer@bikegaba.org.
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Don't wait! Contact Membership Director Steve Graeber, as soon as possible! The
best way is to E-MAIL Steve at: membership@bikegaba.org
or call him (second best) (520) 762-1363.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the word "GABA" appears in the subject line of your
message!
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GABA Chapters Website Addresses
Tucson: www.bikegaba.org
Flagstaff: www.flagstaffbiking.org
Phoenix: www.sportsfun.com/gaba
Prescott: www.prescottcycling.org
Other Cycling Clubs/Ride Lists:
Alicia's Ride Calendar …………www.aliciarides.com
AZ Bicycle Club - (ABC) Phx….www.azbikeclub.com Bullshifters…………………………www.bullshifters.org
Cactus Cycling Club ...............www.cactuscycling.com
Doo Dah Road Club ............www.doodahroadclub.org
Green Valley Hiking Club …….www.gvrhc.org
PBAA ............................www.perimeterbicycling.com
Pima Trails Association ........www.pimatrails.org
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IF pre-registered for a RAINED OUT event, you'll get a Credit for any other ride
for the amount you originally paid. Use Credits before the end of the year, WITH
a NEW Registration Form for any subsequent rides.
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for Tucson & Green Valley on Wednesday, May 16th
by Brian Beck
Local cyclists are invited to join with others throughout the world on a Ride of
Silence on Wednesday, May 16. Silent processions will be held in Tucson and
Green Valley that day to honor those who have been injured or killed while
cycling on public roadways, and to raise awareness about sharing the road
legally and safely.
The Ride of Silence originated in Dallas in 2003. It is now held in hundreds of
communities throughout the world on the 3rd Wednesday in May. The event is free
and there is no registration. It is open to anyone with a bicycle, and a helmet
is required.
Participants are asked to obey traffic laws and ride together in silence at no
more than 12 mph with respect and gratitude for their rights to the road. Riders
are encouraged to wear a black armband to honor cyclists who have died while
riding, or a red armband to honor those who have been injured. The armbands are
suggested but not necessary.
The local rides have been endorsed by GABA-Tucson, the Perimeter Bicycling
Association of America, the League of American Bicyclists, the Brad P. Gorman
Memorial Bikeway Fund, and the Tucson-Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee.
Tucson’s Ride of Silence will begin at 6 PM at McCormick Park on North Columbus
Blvd. Tucson Mayor Bob Walkup is scheduled to be on hand for the start. Riders
will proceed south to Glenn, east to Craycroft, south to 29th Street, west to
Columbus and north back to the park. The 12-mile ride will take about an hour.
For more information about the Tucson ride, contact Wayne Cullop at pwcullop@comcast.net,
Jean Gorman at prairiejean@aol.com, or Roy Schoonover at RSchoo2823@aol.com.
The 7-mile Green Valley ride will start at 6 PM at the Green Valley Recreation
East Center. Riders will head west on Esperanza, north on La Canada, east on
Duval Mine Road and south on Abrego back to the East Center. It will be led by
local bicyclists Jim Jordan and Bill Adamson with assistance from the Pima
County Sheriff Department. For information about the Green Valley ride, contact
Bill Adamson at billadamson@cox.net.
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What are "GABA Bucks"?
"GABA Bucks" are credits issued by the Club in increments of $5. Use them for
ride fees, member-ship fees, jerseys, etc.; they have no expiration date; can be
transferred to someone else or donated back to GABA to help with worthy causes
supported by GABA.
How can I earn GABA Bucks?
1. Lead a Day Ride: Worth $5 in GABA Bucks. Contact Day Rides Coordinator Jeanie
Darnall, 904-0207 or dayrides@bikegaba.org.
2. Lead or Help on Overnighters or Centuries: Contact Volunteers Coordinator
Dick Schaffer, 326-4807 or volunteer@bikegaba.org.
"GABA Bucks" are earned as follows:
A. SAG stop, baggage truck, sweep vehicle: $15 for one-day events; $30 for
2-day, $35 for 3-day.
B. Help at registration or with any other tasks designated by the ride leader:
$5.
C. Lead a century ride: $45.
D. Lead a two-day overnight ride: $55.
E. Lead a three-day overnight ride: $65.
3. Write an article for the UPDATE. Worth $5 in "GABA Bucks". Contact UPDATE
Editor, Suzanne Couvrette, update-editor@bikegaba.org, 891-4661.
4. Organize Social Events (picnic/ice cream social) Worth $25 "GABA Bucks".
Contact Social Director Pam Cullop at socialdirector@ bikegaba.org or 290-4321.
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