NO GABA Meeting on Monday, July 2
14th Annual Tour for Tucson’s Children
The Platinum Challenge Status Report
The 15th Annual Mt. Lemmon Ride, A Fantastic Success!
Welcome, New & Renewing Members!
The Zuni Avenue Bike Club Located at 6054 East 30th St.
Yummy for the Tummy Ice Cream Social 2007
Eegees Social at the GABA Monthly Meeting
Hike, Run, Ride or Bike 200 miles in a day for Arizona Trail Day!
Car-Free Silent Sundays at South Mountain Park in Phoenix
Trail of the Mountain Spirits National Scenic Byway
GABA-Tucson Supporting Members
Earn GABA BucksWhen You Volunteer to Help on a Ride!
GABA-Tucson Board of Directors
GABA Gear Order Form for NEW 2007 Jersey!
Flagstaff Woodland and Crater Tour
5th Annual 2007 Ride for 65 Roses
(See related articles in this issue for details.)
Ride Date Ride Name Organizers Leaders E-Mail_______
7/2 (Mon) NO GABA MEETING TONIGHT
7/4 (Wed) Tour for Tucson's Children City Parks & Rec lisa.sommer@tucsonaz.gov
7/9 (Mon) GABA MEETING at 7 PM EEGEE'S SOCIAL Pam Cullop socialdirector@bikegaba.org
7/21 & 22 White Mountain Tour PMBC (GABA Phx) Jay Stewart www.sportsfun.com
7/21 (Sat) Taylor House Benefit Ride Absolute Bikes in Flagstaff
www.absolutebikes.net/flag
9/1-3 The Blue Loop GABA-Tucson Jack & Guenda Spafford jagspaff@juno.com
9/1-3 Trail of the Mountain Spirits GABA-Tucson Cathy Crandall catcran@cox.net
9/8 & 9 Gila Inner Loop Silver City twinsisters@gilanet.com
9/9 (Sun) El Tour Training Rides Start GABA-Tucson
9/16 (Sun) Jerry Doss Loop Challenge Prescott Bike Club Karen Warrick kwarrick@cableone.net
9/29-10/6 Great Az Bicycling Adventure GABA-Tucson Dorothy Barth cross-state@bikegaba.org
10/13 & 14 Cave Creek Ride GABA-Tucson Rhonda Smith onekewlmom@hotmail.com
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Monday, August 6 at 7 PM
Join us for an interesting program,
to be announced next month.
Meet other bicyclists!
Public welcome!
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See you on Monday, July 9th.
July Meeting Program
Monday, July 9 at 7 PM
No formal program tonight.
Join us to socialize with other cyclists!
We will serve Eegee's Frozen Drinks!
Everybody is welcome!
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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 21 & 22 (DATE CHANGED): 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, 7th annual . 40, 65 and 95-mile course
around Flagstaff. Organized by Absolute Bikes. www.absolutebikes.net /flag_frset.html
AUGUST 2007
Aug. 25: FLAGSTAFF OLD FASHION MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE. Organized by Absolute Bikes.
In Flagstaff. Proceeds benefit the St Mary's Food Bank Alliance of Flagstaff.
www. absolutebikes.net/flag_frset.html
Aug. 25 & 26: GRAND CANYON TOUR. Organized by ABC Bike Club. www.azbikeclub.com.
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. Ride
Leaders: Guenda & Jack Spafford, jagspaff@juno.com or (520) 625-6687.
Sept. 1-3 (Sat-Mon): TRAIL OD THE MOUNTAIN SPIRITS NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY. GABA-Tucson.
A 3-day, 105-,mile sag-supported loop. Meals, camping & lodging included. Starts
in Silver City, New Mexico. Camping at city of the Rocks State Park on Saturday
nigiht. Lodging at Camp Thunderbird on Sunday night. Cycle the Mimbres River
Valley, Lake Roberts, cross the Continental Divide into the Tall Pines of Pines
de Pinos Altos. GABA/ABC Members: $95; Non Members: $105. Limited number:
register early! See related article. Ride Leader: Catherine Crandall
624-8680 or catcran@cox.net
Sept. 8 & 9 : 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. Dorothy Barth, 2007 Chair: cross-state@bikegaba.org.
Message info-line: 520-349-5932.
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: Bob Klenke, 825-2601, bobmarie1003@aol.com and Judy Bolt,
512-0442, overnights@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. 3 & 4: RIDING THE GILA/HASSAYAMPA RIVER TRAIL SELF-CONTAINED BIKE TOUR.
GABA-Tucson. Beautiful 2-day ride starting in the town of Gila Bend. Cycle along
the Gila River through the old Ghost Towns of Arlington and Hazen on Old Hwy 80,
a road with minimal traffic. Many lush green farms along the route. Lodging
(your choice) in the quaint town of Buckeye with lots of time to explore the
sites. Lunch stop at the Desert Rose. No sag support on this ride: everyone is
riding self-contained with their own supplies. Suggested Motels: Westward Motel,
623-386-4665 or Ranchhouse Motel, 623-386-4207, in downtown Buckeye or Days Inn,
623-386-5400 by the freeway. Ride Leaders: Catherine Crandall & George Mortimer,
624-8680 or cathygeorge3200@hotmail.com
Nov. 4 (Sun): SILVERBELL CENTURY. GABA-Tucson. Options for 60 or 100 miles
Scenic course north and west of Tucson. Leaders: Suzanne Couvrette, 891-4661 and
Jim & Debra Harms.
Nov. 10 (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
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
AUGUST
RISE SET
A.M. P.M.
1: 5:38 7:21
7: 5:42 7:16
14: 5:47 7:09
21: 5:52 7:02
28: 5:56 6:53
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July 21 & 22, 2007
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
DATE CHANGED TO JULY 21 & 22
Sponsored by Phoenix Metro Bicycle Club
AN APPROVED HELMET IS REQUIRED FOR THIS RIDE
The White Mountain Tour is a 2-day fully supported tour, including sag support
and emergency mechanical support, plenty of good snacks and luggage delivery to
your hotel/campsite. For more than 20 years, this tour has been attracting
partic-ipants from out of state, as well as in-state riders, and it has become a
favorite for many. Temperatures from the low 60's to the mid 80's, great support
for the riders and Saturday night's dinner make this ride one you will want to
do again and again!!
DINNER: Saturday night's dinner and a raffle ticket are included in the entry
fee.
TOUR FEE: $50 for GABA/ABC club members. $55 for non-members.
A $10. late fee applies after June 30th.
MAIL REGISTRATION FORM AND FEES TO:
PHOENIX METRO BICYCLE CLUB, P. O. BOX 26788, TEMPE, AZ 85285-6788.
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Phoenix Metro Bicycle Club
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER is included in your entry fee, served from 5 to 7 PM.
Non-riders and family members can purchase dinner for $17/person. Menu includes
Steak, BBQ chicken, beans, pasta salad, garden salad, watermelon, biscuits,
cobbler and ice cream. Umm, Umm, better than home! 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. Dinner
will be at the traditional location at the Round Valley High School in
Springerville.
FREE CAMPING ON SATURDAY NIGHT: At Round Valley Middle School in Eagar,
(including showers & bathroom). For those wanting the more comfortable confines
of a motel room, make your reservations at one those listed below: we will
deliver luggage there by 2 PM on Saturday.
LUGGAGE PICK UP: Starting at 8 AM on Sunday for the return trip.
START & FINISH: At Hon-Dah, AZ Hwys 73 & 260, south of Pinetop.
REGISTRATION: Saturday , from 7 AM to 8:30 AM. No mass start.
DAY ONE: Ride North on Highway 260 through Pinetop/Lakeside to Show Low. In Show
Low turn East onto Highway 60 for about 34 scenic miles to the sag stop at
Midway Station convenience store in Vernon. (Stop in and say Hi to Francis & the
gang, maybe buy a cold soda or ice cream).
If you are a casual rider, you might wish to get an early start to avoid missing
the SAG stop, which will close at 11:30 AM. From there, after one major climb,
it's all down to Springerville/Eagar for a total of 63 miles on Day One.
!!!New This Year!!! For those hardy enough, we are planning a 40-mile Optional
Loop. Yes, that's right, you will have the option of either doing a Full
Century, or the traditional Metric Century on Day One.
DAY TWO: start 8 AM. The return SAG stop will be set up at 8:30 AM. near the
Sunrise Ski Resort. From there, it's mostly down hill back to the start for the
days total of about 38 miles for the day.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For more information, contact Jay Stewart, Ride
Organizer, afternoons and evenings, at 480-250-1613. This truly is a great ride,
one you shouldn't miss!
FRIDAY NIGHT LODGING:
in Pinetop-Lakeside:
* Bear's Paw Motel - 928-368-5231 * Best Western - 928-367-6667
* Blue Ridge Motel - 928-367-0758 * Bonanza Motel - 928-367-4440
* Comfort Inn - 928-368-6600 * Cozy Pines Cabins- 928-367-4558
* Double B Lodge - 928-367-2747 * Forest House - 928-368-6628
* Hilltop House Motel - 928-367-4451 * Mountain Hacienda-928-367-4146
* Murphy's Cabins - 928-367-5555 * Pinetop Lodge - 928-367-3510
* Super 8 - 928-367-3161 * Timber Lodge 928-367-4463
* Woodland Inn & Suites- 928-367-3636
in Show Low (about 10 miles from start):
* Apache Pines Motel - 928-532-4328 * Best Western - 928-537-5773
* Day's Inn - 928-537-4356 * Downtown 9 Motel-928-537-4334
* Holiday Inn - 928-537-5115 * KC Travel Lodge - 928-537-4433
* Kiva Motel - 928-537-4542 * Motel 6 - 928-537-7694
* Snowy River Motel - 928-537-2926
SATURDAY NIGHT LODGING:
in Springerville/Eager: Free camping in the town of Eager, including restroom &
shower facilities at Round Valley Middle School. Sleep in the gym, or pitch your
tent on the nicest lawn in town.
* Reeds Lodge - 928-333-4323 (www.k5reeds.com/)
* El Jo Motor Inn - 928-333-4314 * Super 8 Motel - 928-333-2655
* Corral Motel - 928-333-2264 * Paisley Corner B&B - 928-333-4665
* Rode Inn - 928-333-4365 * Whiting Bros Motor Inn - 928-333-5870
* Best Western - 928-333-2540 * 26 Bed & Breakfast - 928-333-2102
* Spanish Trails B&B - 928-333-4034
* White Mountain Escape B&B -928-333-2000 (www.whitemountainescape.com)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For more information, contact Jay Stewart, Ride
Organizer, afternoons and evenings, at 480-250-1613.
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September 1 ,2 & 3, 2007
New Ride Leaders:
Guenda and Jack Spafford,
625-6687 or jagspaff@juno.com
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 will be the traditional route that you have grown to know and
love: Clifton to Glenwood, to Alpine, and back to Clifton via the famous
“Coronado Trail”-216 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! There is a total elevation gain of 16,977 feet over 3 days and 215
beautiful miles.
If you are looking for a great training ride for GABA’s Cross State Tour” held
this coming October, this is the one you want! Be ready for all kinds of
weather: It may rain at some point, and the temperature is likely to drop
considerably! Very cool mornings in the mountains will alternate with very hot
afternoons.
Registration, Friday, August 31st.
Check-in for pre-registered riders, and registration for Day-of –Event riders,
will be held in Clifton, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM on Friday night, on the grounds
of the Rode Inn Motel. To find us, look for a yellow GABA sign pointing the way.
1st Day, Saturday, September 1st:
Clifton to Glenwood, NM-62 miles with 4800 ft. of elevation gain.
Climb out of the Gila River Valley heading northeast on Hwy 78 through Mule
Creek following the San Francisco River Valley into Glenwood. For those who
prepaid ($12 per person), there will be barbecued beef or chicken on buns,
coleslaw, potato salad, beans and squash casserole, served by Polly Tipton,
owner of Double T Homestead at 5 PM (AZ Time). It will also include brownies,
iced tea and lemonade.
2nd Day, Sunday, September 2nd:
Glenwood to Alpine, AZ- 58 miles with 5346 ft. of elevation gain.
To get your body ready for this day’s ride, for those who prepaid for breakfast
($8 per person), Polly will prepare delicious breakfast burritos, filled with
eggs, hash browns, onions and bell pepper, a side of salsa, zucchini bread,
fruit salad, oatmeal, milk, orange juice, coffee and tea, starting at 6 AM (AZ
Time). Then it’s back on the bikes for a gradual climb through pine forests in
New Mexico as you negotiate Saliz Pass and Luna Summit to the small town of
Alpine at 8000 feet of elevation.
The group dinner will be held at the Alpine Village RV Park. For those who
prepaid ($15 per person), Jenn, our caterer from the Luna Lake ride will be
providing chicken scallopini with white wine artichoke sauce over linguine,
greek and garden salads, foccacia & baked bread, and for dessert, cake and pie
that is to die for. Tea and lemonade will be served with the dinner.
3rd Day, Monday, September 3rd:
Alpine to Clifton- 96 miles with 6831 ft. of elevation gain.
Refresh and refuel with a breakfast, for those who prepaid ($10 per person) of
egg frittata with vegetables, oatmeal, sausage, potatoes O’Brien, assorted
Danish and homemade bread, fresh fruit, coffee, juice and herbal tea, served at
the Alpine Village RV Park. Breakfast starts at 6 AM (AZ time).
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 of 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 Clifton.
Camping:
Friday night: At the Al Fernandez Park in Clifton, ˝ mile past Rode Inn, turn
right on Zorilla St., cross bridge, park is to the right. Restrooms available.
Saturday night: In Glenwood at the park across the street from the Double T
Homestead, 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 Village RV Park. Hot showers available.
Monday afternoon:
Showers available at the Rode Inn in Clifton after the ride. Please bring your
towel.
Register as soon as possible to assist us in preparing a well-supported ride.
We must give our caterers a “head count” 2-weeks in advance of the ride for meal
preparations. Wait too late and you may not be able to purchase a meal. There
are very few restaurants open on the holiday in the small towns.
Ride Fee for Pre-registered Riders:
GABA/ABC members: $90 Non-Members: $115
Day-of event Fee:
GABA/ABC members: $115 Non-Members: $130
OPTIONAL MEALS MUST BE PREPAID WITH RIDE FEE:
Dinner in Glenwood: $12 Breakfast in Glenwood: $8
Dinner in Alpine: $15 Breakfast in Alpine: $10
Prepay for both Alpine meals & save $1.
Combined meals in Alpine: $24
Helmets are mandatory!
RIDE LEADERS: Jack and Guenda Spafford, jagspaff@juno.com, 520-625-6687.
Blue Loop Motel List:
Friday Night in Clifton:
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's Lodge: 928-339-4576 or 877-560-7626
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)
BLUE LOOP BIKE TOUR
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
Sept. 1-3, 2007
(ONE FORM PER RIDER)
Photocopies accepted.
Please fill out all blanks.
Leader: Guenda & Jack Spafford, 625-6687
or jagspaff@juno.com
Return this Form & your check to: GABA
P. O. Box 43273, Tucson AZ 85733.
Options chosen: (Please circle):
Motel Camping
Vegetarian Non-Vegetarian
Pre-registration Fee:
GABA/ABC Members: $ 90 $____________
Non-Members: $115 $____________
Glenwood dinner: $ 12 $____________
Glenwood breakfast: $ 8 $____________
Alpine dinner: $ 15 $____________
Alpine breakfast: $ $ 10 $____________
(both meals in Alpine: $24) $____________
DAY-OF-EVENT
GABA/ABC Members: $115 $___________
Non-members fee: $130 $___________
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 registration form.
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Wednesday, 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 to provide helmets for low-income youth.
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 6˝ & 10-mile rides take you through downtown and along the Santa Cruz River
path. The 27-mile ride takes you west along Mission, Irvington, Valencia before
returning downtown. Participation medals are handed out to all event
participants.
Kids event is free and includes ˝-mile kids ride, Jumping Castle, Obstacle
Course, Arts & Crafts Project, Face Painting and Carnival Games.
27-mile challenge 6:00 AM start
3-mile Run/Walk 6:05 AM start
10-mile Family Ride 6:45 AM start
6˝-mile Family Ride 6:45 AM start
˝-mile Kid's Ride (6 and under) and activities 7:30 AM start
Adults 16+: $15 (on or before 6/20, $20 after 6/20)
Youth Under 15: $10 (on or before 6/20, $15 after 6/20)
Packet pick up: 6/30, 9 AM-4 PM @ 900 S. Randolph Way and at the venue on 7/4,
starting at 5 AM. Proceeds benefit Tour for Tucson's Children Program Fund.
Registration forms are available at www.tucsonaz.gov and at www.active.com.
Marci or Alfonso at 791-4969, alfonso.romero@tucsonaz.gov or
marci.gregg@tucsonaz.gov.
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Due to overstocking,
we have a number of the superior quality
2006 jerseys with the southwest design,
currently available at the low, low, bargain price of $35 per jersey!
Sizes are limited, so hurry!
To take advantage of this sale,
please contact our Merchandise Coordinator,
Sandi Rousseau at 577-1187
or at merchandise@bikegaba.org.
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By Richard E. Corbett
Platinum Challenge Steering Committee Chair
The Platinum Challenge Steering Committee is taking on official status, as PAG’s
Regional Council, by the time you read this, should have authorized the creation
of a PAG Platinum Challenge Task Force to assist in actions that will lead to
the submission of the Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) application in March
2008. The coordinated effort by dedicated cycling leaders in 2005-2006 earned
our region the first ever gold regional award!! We still need to address some
specific ‘weaknesses’ relative to cycling. The list below iterates the Five Es
that make up the criteria for Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) ratings, and some
of the things we are doing to be even better. Fortunately, we got some specific
feedback from the League of American Bicyclists after submitting our application
in March 2006. Here is an update on the major steps we are taking in the 5 Es,
for our March 2008 application.
Education: We continue to ask the questions: Do you know how to drive your
Bicycle? Do you know how to drive your car around cyclists? Getting both
cyclists and motorists to behave predictably and responsibly is still very much
a key to our Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) rating. No one would think of
operating a motorcycle, snow skiing, or sky diving without specific, qualified
instruction. Yet it is common practice for people to bicycle with little or no
training/instruction. Pima County is now offering bicycle drivers' training
since last year. This is an important part of improving the Tucson areas’
Bicycle Friendly Community rating.
Engineering: Looking at the physical facilities of the region's efforts to
further improve our BFC rating, we have much to be proud, especially in the last
year. The City of Tucson has added 35 miles of bike lanes/routes/paved
shoulders, Pima County 5 miles, ADOT 5 miles, Oro Valley 3 miles, Marana 10
miles, Sahuarita 2 miles, and South Tucson a mile. This means we added about 61
miles of bike lanes/routes/ paved shoulders throughout the region! TDOT’s
Roadway Development Policies provide guidance for the installation of a Bike
Route with a Striped Shoulder (effectively a Bike Lane) on existing City of
Tucson arterial or collector streets. Factors addressed include minimum lane
widths for both travel and turn lanes.
Enforcement: Local law enforcement officers continue to be more aware than ever
of the concerns of cyclists in our community. Both TPD and Pima County Sheriff’s
Office have police representatives who attend the Tucson-Pima County Bicycle
Advisory Committee meetings and are the liaisons between the community and the
respective police departments. TPD has had a police on bike programs for 17
years. Cycling Instructor Richard Corbett was the original trainer for the TPD’s
police on bikes program. Civilian instructors have continued to have influence
on successive classes of bike-mounted police. Regular rotation of
bicycle-mounted police officers has also helped increase awareness of cycling
issues in this community.
Encouragement: Bike Month here is promoted earlier than the official national
date (May) due to Tucson’s higher temperature weather. It is celebrated and
promoted here with an event called the Clean Air Fair. GABA, the Tucson-Pima
County BAC, and the Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists all play a role in this
event. Local governments combine their resources and funds and use this
opportunity to promote bicycling, as well as other alternative modes of
transportation. Part of the promotional brochure includes a pledge card that
offers participants the opportunity to pledge their use of alternative modes of
transportation over a set period of time. The card is then mailed in to enter
into a drawing for several high profile prizes. On top of the 3,000 attendees at
our events, there were several thousand entries pledging use of alternative
modes of transportation.
Evaluation & Planning: An important aspect of this E is to have a system in
place that allows bicyclists to submit ideas and concerns to public officials.
TDOT has a Bicycle/Pedestrian Spot Improvement Request Program. Comments can be
mailed to TDOT on a form available at all bike shops, libraries, Ward offices
and bike-related businesses. An electronic form is also available on line. Upon
receipt of the comments, TDOT is committed to addressing the problem within 48
hours. Oro Valley has a form on the Town’s website for citizens to submit
concerns and road issues to Town staff. Citizens are also encouraged to contact
the Town’s Bicycle Coordinator or engineering staff directly to convey concerns.
The other PAG Jurisdictions also offer convenient ways for cyclists to report
ideas or concerns, and the phone numbers for road maintenance needs are
published on the Regional Bike Map.
Another aspect is to have a comprehensive bicycle plan. PAG developed the first
regional bicycling plan in 1974. Updates were made in 1977, 1981, 1993 and 2000
(current adopted Plan). A major update to the PAG Regional Plan for Bicycling is
scheduled to be completed later this year. Funding for bicycle and pedestrian
facilities is included in the Tucson, Pima, Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita and
South Tucson budgets. Existing regional bikeways and shared-use path system
currently contain 600 miles of on-street bikeways and 55 miles of urban and
suburban paths. This is a significant advance over the 250 miles that existed in
1993, when the previous Regional Plan for Bicycling was prepared. The Plan calls
for developing 400 more miles of bikeways in the region by 2010.
Summary; Another successful effort with the Platinum Challenge (maintaining or
upgrading our BFC rating) will bring a variety of benefits not only for cycling
but to our entire community. It has been estimated that the El Tour de Tucson
brings in for an event weekend a financial impact of $10 million to $11.2
million, and a year round impact of $12.4 million to $25.2 million. We believe
that bicycling is not only good for our local economy, but also for the health
of our citizens, and our air quality. Find ways that you can support and
maintain the Platinum Challenge!! For more information, or to volunteer to help,
contact Richard Corbett, Platinum Task Force Chair, kc7ovm@dakotacom.net, or
Vice-Chair Gabe Thum, Gthum@pagnet.org.
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by Steve Wilson
We had a record turnout of 165 riders for this year's edition of the Mt. Lemmon
ride. Expanded services this year included 3 separate sags covering 4 locations
on the mountain. The weather was perfect with a cool morning with no wind and a
nice warm afternoon up top. Excellent sag treats were served up by the
outstanding crew of Pam Cullop (stops 1 and 4), Sandi Rousseau (stop 2), and
Rhonda Smith (stop 3). We had an official sweep this year with services provided
by Debra and Jim Harms.
Things were kicked off with a hot cup of coffee courtesy of GABA President Tony
Everett in his driveway which was used for the check in and registration point.
Tony counted 84 cars parked on the street - definitely not a normal sight in
this quiet neighborhood. Many riders availed themselves of the food served up at
the Iron Door and the establishments in Summerhaven at the mountain top. It was
toasty on the final miles of descent but the work was all done by that point.
Thanks to all the riders for your participation in making this the biggest Mt.
Lemmon ride to date. We're looking forward to next year already.
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New Members:
BRIAN GOLDSTEIN; FRED MEREDITH; LEAH TAYLOR; VI QUANG LY; JOSHUA PLICHT; PHIL
DREIS; ERIC CRUZ; JOHNATHON HOYT; JOYCE KELLEY; BRIAN WILSON; CHRIS CAPOBIANCO;
RON SHARP; JOHN CONNOLLY; DAVID NEWSOM; DONALD SHEPLEY.
Renewing Members:
HECTOR MELENDEZ; MICHAEL THOMPSON; SYLVIA & GORDON YOUNG; BRUCE CLAYTON;
CATHERINE CRANDALL; JIM ELKAN; GEORGE & CAROL FRANKLIN; MARGE GERMAIN; LOUISE
GIRARD; HOMER HAMBY; VINCENT HUNT; KENT JOHNSON; MIKE KING; CHAD KURTZMAN; PAM &
BRIAN LARKINS; DENNIS LARSON; ANDREA LIGHTFOOT; CAROL MERFELD; DWIGHT NUEHRING;
MARIE OLSON; LARRY PREWITT & JOY PHOENIX; ROGER RADCLIFF; STEVE RIVERA; CATHI
ROSS; JEREMIAH SBARRA; BRUCE SCHADOW & PATRICIA TELK; GEORGE & THERESA SCHNEPF;
DOUG & BONNIE THOMPSON; MICHAEL ALLEN; DALE CAUGHLIN; STEPHEN COHEN; TONY &
NANCY CROSBY; HERBERT & GAIL GROVE; TIM MATHES; GARY PODOLNY; PHILIP SIMPSON;
THURSTON SMITH; MICHAEL WOOD; MATT PERRI; GUS ARAGON; MARY DIFFLEY; PETER
TREFREN; JIM BROOKS; STEVE & DONNA KANOZA; RICHARD RICE; FRED & MARY ROBY; HARRY
WATSON & PAT MORAN.
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August 26, 2007
For more information and to register, visit craterlakecentury.com.
DeDe Wesson, Tourism Assistant
1-800- 445-6728; FAX: 541-884-0219
E-Mail - events@travelklamath.com
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July 8 Through August 26
Coach and Cycling Educator Rich Corbett will again this year lead a series of
coached training rides for "C+" riders. Rich will share his knowledge of
effective training methods for sound, legal & safe road riding practices and
improved group riding techniques. And, of course, he will orchestrate a fun ride
!
To beat the heat, please show up at the time listed, ready to ride, with 2 water
bottles, 2 spare tubes, a pump, basic tools, and something to eat on the ride.
July 8 (Sun) 5:45 AM C+/1/20
Start at Pima County DOT, 1313 S Mission Rd (east side).
July 18 (Wed) 5:45 AM C+/1/20
Start at Himmel Park, parking lot by tennis courts; breakfast after the ride.
July 22 (Sun) 5:45 AM C+/2/25
Start at Udall Park, meet at E end of parking lot.
Aug. 5 (Sun) 6 AM C+/2/20
Start at Mission Library, Mission & Ajo, NW corner.
Aug. 12 (Sun) 6 AM C+/2/25
Start at Mission Library, Mission & Ajo, NW corner.
Aug. 19 (Sun) 6 AM C+/3/30
Start at Mission Library, Mission & Ajo, NW corner.
Aug. 26 (Sun) 6 AM C+/3/35
Start at Mission Library, Mission & Ajo, NW corner.
Call or e-mail Rich with questions: 520-623-0017, or kc7ovm@dakotacom.net
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Article by Stephen Madden, Editor of Bicycling Magazine, August 2006.
(Reprinted with permission of Bicycling Magazine. For subscription info, visit
www.bicycling.com)
It was a miserable Saturday afternoon, one just made for couches and DVDs. A
cold rain fell in wind-driven sheets and formed a small brook down the middle of
our street. But I had a streak of 100-plus-mile weeks going, and I wanted to
test some new tires for what was undoubtedly going to be a wet Sunday-morning
ride. So I kitted up in my brightest weatherproof gear, added flashers to my
handlebar and seatpost, and headed out into the storm for what was supposed to
be a 7-mile spin.
I was soaked within 2 miles, and thrilled to reach the turnaround point at 3.5
miles. At 5.5 miles, I was relieved to be in the homestretch on a quiet,
two-lane country road. That's when I looked up and saw a black Chevy Suburban
about 50 yards ahead, coming right toward me, in my lane. I was exactly where I
was supposed to be, on the right-hand shoulder. And the Suburban was nowhere
near where it was supposed to be. And it made no difference, because "supposed
to" just doesn't matter when a two-ton SUV squares off against a 16-pound bike.
I swerved off the pavement, through a muddy rut, onto a grassy embankment and,
as the Suburban's gull-wing side mirror whistled by my head, narrowly avoided a
wooden fence. I veered back onto the pavement and turned and screamed at the
driver. He just kept on going down the road, now on the correct side. All that
is sane in my brain told me to just go on home and get out of the wet clothes
and forget it. But one thought flashed through my head: That guy almost killed
me.
So I sprinted after him. I shouldn't have, but I did, for more than a mile out
of my way. I pulled into his driveway just behind him. And was he ever one
surprised bad driver when he came around the back of his vehicle to see me
waiting for him, my face as red as my jacket. I explained as calmly as I could
(which wasn't very calmly) that he had almost killed me. I told him he was
wrong, and asked what he would have done had I been a child or a less
experienced rider who couldn't have gotten out of his way. He had no answer. He
apologized, said he was dead wrong, paid homage to my bike-handling skills, then
said, "Buddy, if I had hit you, it would have been the end of my life." That's a
good one. I doubt that his life flashed before his eyes in that instant on
Meyersville Road.
When you consider all the millions, if not billions, of miles U. S. cyclists
ride every year, and then consider how many vehicle-cyclist incidents there
actually are--41,725 injuries in 2004, according to the U. S. Department of
Transportation, down nearly 20 percent this decade--bicycling is a fantastically
safe sport. But when vehicles and cyclists do intersect, the vehicles always
win. You can't beat physics.
So cyclists, let's be careful out there. And drivers, share the road. And
everyone, work on your handling skills.
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By Conor Cash, Director
Peter is painstakingly cleaning ball-bearings with a shop rag, making neat
little piles. He is serious and focused, which is impressive, because he is
twelve years old. Peter rolls deep with his brother Giovanni, who carries him on
his pegs from the apartment complex where they live South over 29th Street, then
East across Craycroft to the corner of Zuni Avenue and 30th Street.
They've been regulars at the Zuni Avenue Bike Club since we met them at an
after-school program at Freedom Park, taking classes, patching tires and helping
other kids. They've earned their own bikes now, and they're all business as they
overhaul the bearing systems on their new bikes. It's impressive how much
they've retained and how competent they've become.
The past few months at Zuni Avenue have seen us go from working with a few kids
a week to around a dozen a day. As the general level of mechanical skill rises
and our kids' interest peaks, we've started going on rides. On the quiet
Eastside, it's a big event to have a tall-bike riding around the neighborhood
with ten kids tagging along, and for many, getting on the Aviation Bike Path has
opened doors to mobility that had never been available to them before. Everyday,
we see cycling and bicycle maintenance act as a vehicle for the development of
character, confidence, and positive relationships for the kids of the 29th
Street Corridor.
As our programs continue to expand, we find ourselves in greater need of
financial, material and human resources. We're eating up bike parts at
track-racing speed, have a few weekday volunteers, and are looking to hire an
additional part-time staffer to expand our programs. As cyclists, we live an
ethic of self-sufficiency, teamwork, and positivity, and we have a
responsibility to pass that torch on to others. Please consider giving of your
time, making a donation of used bikes and parts, or a financial contribution to
the Zuni Avenue Bike Club. We can be reached at 514-0900 or bikeclub@zapc.org.
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By Pam Cullop, Social Director
Schwan’s Ice Cream; Bike Rides for each Ride Category, Beautiful Weather, when
you put them all together, and locate them under a ramada at McCormick Park,
what is it? It’s the annual event we call: GABA’s Ice Cream Social!
Our socials draw from a cross-section of riders among the cycling community.
They come on singles, tandems, recumbents, and trikes. They are young, old, and
many in-between. They choose the ride that best suites their need for the day,
and eat as much or little ice cream as they desire. It is always a good day when
such diversity co-mingles and has a chance to share common interests. To those
who joined us, hope you enjoyed the event as much as we enjoyed offering to you.
A note of gratitude to the following volunteers: Beth Heiman and Rich Rousseau
who led the “D” Ride, and to Tony Everett and Bill Borland who led the “C” Ride.
(Bill was on hand an hour earlier to lead the “B” Ride, but no one was brave
enough to join him. Must have been the blooper that I uttered at the previous
meeting, stating that it would be a 40-45 MPH ride, rather than a 40-45 – mile
ride). That is, to the best of our knowledge, the only reason why anyone would
forgo a chance to ride with Bill and to eat delicious tasting ice cream
afterwards!
Sincere thanks toSandi Rousseau who agreed to assist with the ramada set up and
social preparations! Sandi is a valuable asset to any GABA event!
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Terrific Weather; Beautiful Route;
Lip-Sacking Good Food;
Volunteers Extraordinaire; And…
The Friendliest Bicyclists You’ll Ever Meet!
By Pam Cullop, Ride Organizer
Cyclists are, in my opinion, some of the nicest and friendliest people anywhere!
Invariably I come away from a major ride or event in high spirits, after
mingling with these “pedal pushers” for even a day! Some wonder why I choose to
organize these rides, and to them I would answer, “Because it is so much fun”!
We had riders from various cities in New Mexico, several from the Phoenix area,
while the majority came from the Greater Tucson area, including Green Valley. A
note of special recognition to the five pre & young-teen cyclists who rode with
their parents, two riding tandem and one young man on a single (who, by the way,
rode the entire 165-mile route!) Additionally, 4 teenaged boys from City High,
who call themselves El Grupo de Bicas, along with their two adult chaperones,
basically rode self-contained, but joined us as rest stops and some meals. All
of these young cyclists earned a great deal of respect from everyone else
associated with, and on the tour.
Each day of the ride was grand! The weather was spectacular, aside from a short
afternoon bit of sprinkles, dark clouds and “booms” on Sunday afternoon. But
that was pretty much it, and the campers were able to sleep on the wonderfully
plush grass in the Village of Reserve’s park throughout the night without rain
flaps on the tents. So with very little road traffic to interfere with
surrounding beauty of the land, the tour proceeded without a hitch!
The meals in Quemado were provided by the Girls Volley Ball Team of Quemado
School. GABA is one of the biggest groups they serve for a fundraising activity.
This year we were able to contribute $777 towards that effort. Thanks to all of
you who participated! Our meals in Reserve were prepared and served by Jenn
Swenson of the Little Adobe Café & Bakery. Suffice it to say that her meals are
“to die for”! (If you sign up for the Blue Loop Tour this coming Labor Day
Weekend, you will once again have the opportunity to enjoy her tasty cuisine, in
Alpine). After tummies were filled, Wayne Cullop as “emcee” once again, relayed
tour announcements and conducted our raffle. Each night raffle prizes included:
one Blue Loop Tour, Tumacacori & Silverbell Century entry, GABA anniversary
tees; memberships and water bottles. Those who won these great prizes were
especially happy that they chose to partake of the group meals!
Thanks to a dedicated and conscientious group of volunteers, the ride went off
without a hitch! A ride is only as good as the volunteers involved. I have heard
nothing but good things about this crew, and this ride. So to: Sandi & Rich
Rousseau (SAG 1); Dale Caughlin (SAG 2) Jay Williams and Elisha Wyrsch
(alternated SAG 2 and tandem positions with wife/mom, Debbie); Sam Marion (SAG 3
& lots of other odd jobs during the weekend); Stuart Carter (Sweep); Jim & Deb
Harms (Baggage Truck); I extend sincere appreciation for your “over and above
the call of duty” To Wayne Cullop (Dinner Emcee) as well as others who assisted
at Registration on Saturday morning: Scott & Peggy Jacobsen, and Jack & Guenda
Spafford, I say we really appreciated your participation and help as well!
To anyone is has ever considered cycling a GABA overnight ride, I would say to
you, consider this ride next year. It is the perfect way to spend Memorial
Weekend; pedaling in the fresh mountain air, instead of under the hot desert
sun. All GABA rides pride themselves on the quality of service and care (safety
first) that is provided to all of our ride participants, and this tour is no
exception to that rule! With that in mind, we do hope to see you next year –
Memorial Weekend – 2008!
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Monday, July 9th!
You are cordially invited to join in the festivities at the July GABA Meeting,
for an “Eegee's Summer Social”.
Date: Monday, July 9, 2007
Time: 7 PM
Location: Pima County Medical Society Building, 5199 E Farness Drive
What to expect: No formal speaker, just a very short meeting, followed by an
evening devoted to just hanging out with your pedalin’ pals, and sippin’ on
slushes, whilst poppin’ crunchy and sweet tidbits onto your tastebuds!
Refreshments include: An assortment of eegees, in various flavors to sample and
enjoy. Snacks (of course); fruit, chips, candy, nuts…you just never know what
the ‘snack fairy’ will dish up at these meetings. But it’s always good to eat
stuff, and sometimes it’s even good for you.
Why do we do this?: Just a little “Thank You” for supporting GABA rides and
events thru the year. And its just too darned hot in July! So why not?
Any Questions?: Contact Pam Cullop: socialdirector@bikegaba.org or 290-4321
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Fundraiser for the Arizona Trail Association
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Join others to collectively trek 202 miles (25%) of the 807 mile Arizona Trail.
You choose any section of the Arizona Trail and spend a self-supported day
enjoying the trail. For instance, get dropped off at the North Rim and run the
Canyon then catch your sag wagon at the South Rim and get to Mormon Lake Lodge
by 6 PM. Or choose a shorter section of trail closer to Mormon Lake.
After your AZT trek, report back to Mormon Lake Lodge event epicenter for the
"Arizona Trail" Day gala celebration and dinner as part of the Arizona Trail
Association's Members Rendezvous. As a registered AZT Day participant, you, your
family and your guests are welcome to participate in the entire weekend ATA
Members Rendezvous activities. Can’t trek on September 29th? That’s OK, do it
before and still enjoy the September 28-30 festivities at Mormon Lake.
Prizes for:
• Most miles completed by: hiking; running; biking; and horseback riding, etc.
• Longest distance covered.
• Area covered farthest from Mormon Lake.
• Largest group.
• Most diverse group (mix of different modes).
• Youngest trekker.
• Oldest trekker.
• Most participants from one business, club, scout troop, etc.
• Most money raised.
For info about this fund-raising event and to register, see www.aztrail.org or
call 602-252-4794. The Arizona Trail Association is a 501(c)(3) charitible
organization
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Full Touring Bike. 56cm. Co-Motion, Nor'Wester, ready to roll. 27 speed Ultegra.
Extras include Tubus rear rack with new Arkel panniers, PlanetBike fenders,
computer, kickstand, bottle cages. Beautiful, well maintained, & as good as new!
Original $3500. Yours for only $1650. Call Doug at 520-807-9503 (Tuc) or
dougmar2@juno.com.
08 TransAmerica Bike Trail Riding Companions Wanted. 60-year-old recently
retired, 35-year cycle-commuter/recreational rider with 3 week-long
self-contained bike trips experience looking to share Adventure Cycling's
TransAmerica Trail trip in June, July & early Aug. 08 with 3-5 experienced Az
cyclists. Average 65-70 mi/day, camping w/motel once a week. Bike mechanics
teacher. Advanced First Aid qualified (NOLS-WFR). Rich Corbett, kc7ovm@dakotacom.net
or 520-623-0017. Will do a week-long trial trip in early spring '08.
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The Phoenix Parks Dept. has scheduled a "Silent Sunday" car-free day at South
Mountain Park once a month thru the end of the year. July 22, Aug. 26, Sept. 23,
Oct. 28, Nov. 18 and Dec. 23 are car-free days . On Silent Sundays, bicyclists,
tots in strollers, in-line skaters and wheelchair users get to call the Park's
roadways their own. Starting at 5 AM, the Park's roadways will be reserved for
non-motorized use only. The more cyclists and hikers show up, the more likely
this car-free program will continue in 2008. Here is the link to the Phoenix
Parks Department: http://phoenix.gov/parks/hikesoth.html.
How about here in Tucson? Don't we have a place where we could have our own
"car-free" zone?
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Don’t Miss our 27th Annual
Great Arizona Bicycle Adventure!
Sept. 28 through Oct. 7, 2007
Registration Fee: $645 - Limited to 200 cyclists!
Ride Director: Dorothy Barth
Information Message Line: (520) 490-835
Www.bikegaba.org or Cross-state@bikegaba.org
Mark your calendar for Friday, September 28th. That evening, cyclists from all
over the USA, some from Canada, and likely at least one from another continent
will gather in Phoenix, AZ. All will be anticipating the great week of cycling
to come. The next morning they’ll have their bicycles carefully loaded into a
moving van, while they board a bus for Laughlin, Nevada, just over the Arizona
border. Our stay Saturday night will be at the AVI Casino. We’ll kick off with a
welcome banquet, and when the ride starts the next morning, everyone will have
found a friend to pedal with.
On Day One, this year’s tour will travel through Oatman, a quaint old west town,
and on to Kingman. The next day cyclists will ride to Seligman, along Route 66.
On Day 3 our destination will be the south rim of Grand Canyon National Park. We
will spend the next day at the Grand Canyon. Participants will be free to cycle,
hike, explore the visitors’ center, or simply breathe in the scent of the pine
trees.
Our next day of cycling will keep us in the mountains, arriving in Flagstaff.
Following that is a day in the forests and along the Mogollon rim, ending in
Payson. Our final day will include a swift descent and a challenging climb,
ending on a downhill run (hopefully with a tailwind!) That night, at the Apache
Gold Resort, we’ll celebrate a great week with friends both old and new.
This tour is designed to provide you a safe and enjoyable week of cycling
through our great state. We offer free outdoor camping; we make it easy for
those who choose to motel. We’ll also provide three SAG stops each day of
cycling, full baggage and sweep support, several group dinners, and the
camaraderie of an exceptionally nice group of fellow riders.
If you haven’t had a chance to cycle in these parts of the state, here is a
great opportunity. Information is available on the GABA website at:
www.bikegaba.org. Click on the “Route 66” icon in the upper right hand corner of
the screen to link to the tour site. If you’d like a brochure or other
information, send me an e-mail at: cross-state@bikegaba.org. You can also call
the tour line at: 520-349-5932.
Spaces are limited on this tour, so please sign up early. The GABA Tour
Committee and staff would be delighted to have you along on this year’s cycling
adventure.
Great Arizona Bicycle Adventure Route Details
Pre-Tour check-in: Friday, Sept. 28, 7 to 9 PM at the Best Western in Phoenix.
Sat. Sept. 29: Optional bus trip and bike transportation ($) from Phoenix Best
Western Airport Inn to AVI Casino, Laughlin, Nevada. We'll leave by 9 AM. 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 climb. Head to the Black Mountains, and cruise into the old
mining town of Oatman. 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 climb. Cycle on the longest currently used stretch of Route
66. Take a tour of the Grand Canyon Caverns, the largest dry caverns in the U.S.
Ride Day 3: Tuesday, Oct. 2. 99 miles. Seligman to Grand Canyon.
Approx. 5,700' of climb. 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 Grand Canyon National Park. Cycle the
East Rim Drive, or visit the spectacular overlooks of the West Rim Drive. Or
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 climb. Enjoy 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 climb. Ride by Lake Mary in ponderosa pine forests. Crest over
the Mogollon Rim. Enjoy descents thru small towns of Strawberry (great pies) and
Pine.
Ride Day 6: Saturday, Oct. 6. 95 miles. Payson to San Carlos.
Approx. 8,000' of climb. 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.
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AKA Silver City Loop
Sept. 1-3, 2007
This 3-day, 105-mile, camping/lodging tour offers one of New Mexico's finest
cycling routes in America. The ride starts in Silver City, New Mexico, only 200
miles and a 3-hour drive from Tucson.
On the first day, we will cycle 31 miles through the mining towns of Bayard with
a lunch stop in Hurley. The route has a nice shoulder with minimal traffic. Stop
for a soak at the Faywood Hot Springs which offers several geothermal pools for
a relaxing hot natural mineral water soak located just 3 more miles from our
camp site.
"The City of Rocks State Park" is an amazing result of geologic process of
erosion, and a quiet retreat. Million of years ago, fingers of molten rock
deposited copper, silver and gold that made Silver City one of the Southwest
richest mineralized areas. The Park offers a visitor center, hot showers, hiking
and mountain bike trails. You'll have time to explore this panoramic wonder,
thrown up by an ancient volcano and eroded by the wind.
On our 2nd day, we will pedal 36 miles up the Mimbres Valley. This scenic route
follows the Mimbres River through green orchards and small farms, and even a
couple of ghost town sites. Don't forget your camera for a photo of a waterfall
and of yourself crossing the Continental Divide. Lodging will be provided at
Camp Thunderbird, dormitory style, with hot showers and meals provided.
Day 3 is 38 miles with a good 3.5 mile climb to test your lower gears as you
climb through the pines to the Historic town of Pinos Altos ("Tall Pines") You
may want walk your bike through the short main street which will take you back
to the late 1800's. The last 8 miles is a fast downhill to Silver City, a great
way to end the tour!
There will be many sensations you will experience as you pedal along the Trail
of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway. The name reflects those who have walked
and pedaled through the ages and a sense of the flora & fauna that capture you.
Ride fee: $95 for GABA/ABC members or $105 for non members. Included in your
ride fee: Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, lunch & dinner, and Monday
breakfast & lunch; sag support on the road; bag transport; camping on Saturday
night at City of Rocks State Park; and lodging on Sunday night at Camp
Thunderbird. There will be only one water stop per day, as the mileage is very
low. There are several convenience stores along the way, so you can plan on
carrying your own snacks.
Tour Leader: Catherine Crandall, catcran@cox.net or 520-400-8476. Limited space:
please register early!
Trail of the Mountain Spirits
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
Sept. 1-3, 2007
(ONE FORM PER RIDER)
Photocopies of this form are acceptable.
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
Money enclosed:
GABA/ABC Members: $95 $_____
Non-Members: $105 $_____
(Must be received by 8/15)
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!
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September 8 & 9, 2007
Sponsored by the Silver Spokes Bicycle Club of Silver City, this tour has it all
– beautiful vistas and light traffic on mountain roads through some of the most
beautiful country the Land of Enchantment has to offer, plenty of good food and
entertainment!
DAY 1: Ride 45 miles from Silver City to Camp Thunderbird. For a greater
challenge, add 17 to 43 more miles by taking a side trip to Clinton P. Anderson
Vista or the Gila Cliff Dwellings. Start at 5,900 feet and climb to 7,473 feet
at the highest point. Ride north on New Mexico Highway 15, a narrow, winding
mountain road through Ponderosa forest. There are some fast downhills, tight
curves and no lane markings, so caution is in order. Vehicle traffic is light,
which makes for a very pleasant ride.
DAY 2: Return to Silver City through the Mimbres Valley with optional side trips
through San Lorenzo and to the Kneeling Nun Vista. Distances range from 35 to 52
miles for a week-end total of 84 to 140 miles.
Your Registration Fee Includes:
Sag Support: Baggage transported; you and your bike transported if necessary;
rest stops with fruit, cookies, bagels, water, sports drinks, etc.
Meals: Dinner & breakfast, with a lunch buffet upon your arrival at Camp
Thunderbird.
Lodging: Saturday night at Camp Thunderbird, a private camp, which provides
dinner, breakfast, shower facilities, bunkhouses with bunk beds and outdoor
camping.
Hot showers Sunday after the ride across from the finish at WNMU swimming pool,
1-4 PM. Thanks to Barbara James, for arranging access to the showers!
Start: Begin and end in the Western New Mexico University parking lot, 12th
Street & Louisiana, in Silver City. Registration & check-in from 8 to 9:30 AM on
Saturday. If planning to go all the way to the Cliff Dwellings, register at 8
AM.
Cost: $60 per rider, $45 per non-rider. Limit: 130 people.
Weather: Dayt temps: 70-80's; nights: 40-50's. Afternoon thundershowers
possible.
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One room in one bunkhouses designated for snorers and heavy sleepers who don't
mind snorers. If you snore, look for this designated room. Or camp outside!
Questions & to register: www.twinsisterscycling.com/gila_inner_loop_bicycle_tour.
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By Wayne Cullop
On the evening of May 16, silent group bicycle rides were held in the Tucson and
Green Valley areas and 300 other locations in the United States. The ‘Ride of
Silence’ originated in Dallas in 2003 to recognize those bicyclists injured or
killed while cycling on public roadways. The ride also reminds the motoring
public of the legal rights of cyclists. Participants ride in silence and slowly
in respect to those being honored.
Chris Phelan, originator of the Ride of Silence, was shocked and saddened when
friend Larry Schwartz, an endurance cyclist, was hit and killed by the mirror on
a passing bus. He viewed the first ride to honor Larry as a one time event.
However, as word got out other cyclists began to contact him with a desire to do
the same thing in their own communities.
The Tucson Ride, endorsed by many of the local Government Agencies and various
bicycling organizations, had close to 150 riders complete the 11 mile midtown
loop. The riders were escorted by two TPD officers in vehicles and two TPD
bicycle patrol officers. Shirley Scott, a member of Tucson City Council and Jean
Gorman, from the Brad P. Gorman fund, spoke in support of this event. One local
bike shop thought the ride was so important, the shop closed early so their
employees could participate. After ride refreshments were provided by the Gorman
fund.
The Green Valley event drew close to 80 riders from the surrounding area. The
ride was organized and led by local bicyclists. Participants followed a seven
mile route through business areas and neighborhoods. Riders were escorted by
officers from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department and members of the Sheriff’s
Auxiliary Volunteer organization. One participant noted “This was the first
‘Ride of Silence’ I’ve taken part in, and it was something I’ll never forget,”
Refreshments were provided by Green Valley Bike & Hike.
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Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary ride this fall?
October 13 & 14, 2007
By Rhonda Smith, Ride Organizer
This 45-mile "short but sweet" road ride begins in Roadforks, New Mexico, and
takes you to the eastern side of the Chiricahua Mountains and the spectacular
little town of Portal, at the entrance to Cave Creek Canyon.
The first 30 miles is through rolling hills with one long downhill to the first
SAG stop at mile 20. Then, we turn east towards the canyon and start a long
gradual climb to the Portal Country Store at about mile 37. The lunch stop will
be set up 2 miles further in the canyon.
After riding along a flowing creek in the shade of lush sycamore trees, riders
meander on the canyon floor between spectacular towering cliffs! You’ll be in a
narrow canyon with small meadows where deer graze at dusk. And, you’ll see birds
of all descriptions everywhere around you! Our destination is the Southwestern
Research Station (SWRS), located at the end of the paved road, 5 miles beyond
the Portal Store.
The dormitory-style lodging is operated by the American Museum of Natural
History. It is surrounded by the Coronado National Forest and offers a welcome
retreat from the heat of the desert. As you come upon this oasis, the beautiful
grounds with tall trees and green grass beckon you! A 60-foot long, cool,
creek-fed swimming pool will seem inviting at the end of this gradual climb!
Enjoy ping-pong, volleyball, horse-shoes and an interesting library as you await
a generous dinner!
LIMITED NUMBER OF SPACES! REGISTER EARLY IF YOU'RE INTERESTED!
Ride fee: $120 for GABA/ABC Members; $135 for non-members. Your fee includes:
Two sag stops along the course on Saturday;
A social mixer with snacks on Saturday afternoon around 3:30 PM;
Dinner on Saturday evening at 6 PM;
Breakfast on Sunday morning;
Lodging with bedding, towels and warm showers;
A lunch stop on Sunday 10 miles before the finish.
Sounds like fun? Tell your friends! Come and join us!
Start location: Meet at Shady Grove truck stop/restaurant (USA Petroleum) at
I-10 & Hwy 80, Exit 5, at Road Forks, NM, 5 miles EAST of the Arizona-New Mexico
state line. Park on the dirt area at the north end of their parking lot.
Start time: Check-in starts at 8:30 AM. Please start riding no later than 9:30
AM. Allow 2-1/2+ hours travel time from central Tucson to Roadforks, about 135
mi.
Questions? Contact Ride Organizer, Rhonda Smith, onekewlmom@hotmail.com or (520)
886-2919. Volunteers are always appreciated. Call Rhonda if interested.
Cave Creek Ride Motel List
For those who want to drive over the night before. There is no lodging at Road
Forks, NM. The closest lodging is in Lordsburg, NM, about 15 miles EAST of Road
Forks. There is also lodging at Willcox, AZ, about 47 miles WEST of Road Forks.
No endorsement is implied by listing any of these motels.
Willcox, AZ: Lordsburg, NM:
Days Inn (520) 384-4222 Western Skies (505) 542-8807
Best Western Plaza Inn (520) 384-3556 Days Inn (505) 543-3600
Super 8 Motel (520) 384-0888 Super 8 Motel (505) 542-8882
Royal Western Lodge, (520) 384-2266 American (505) 542-3591
Budget Riteway Motel (520) 384-4655
Motel 8 (520) 384-3270
CAVE CREEK BIKE TOUR
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
OCT. 13 & 14, 2007
(ONE FORM PER RIDER)
Photocopies of this form are acceptable.
Please fill out all blanks.
Leader: Rhonda Smith, (520) 886-2919 or onekewlmom@hotmail.com
Return this Form & your check to: GABA
P.O. Box 43273, Tucson AZ 85733
Sag stops & meals: (Please circle)
Vegetarian Yes No
I would like to room with:
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
Money enclosed:
GABA/ABC Members: $120 $_____
Non-Members: $135 $_____
(Must be received by 9/15)
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!
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In The Beginning . . .
(League of American Bicyclists Road 1 Class)
By Tony Everett, President
Can you remember back to the day when you got your first bike?? For many of us,
we were probably around 5 or 6 years old, it probably came equipped with
training wheels, and a box of Band-Aides. I think mine was a 16” or 20” Huffy.
It came with a tank under the top bar and had a switch for the headlight. What
excitement!
Up and down the sidewalk, back and forth, with lots of encouragement, and
finally the training wheels came off! Again up and down the sidewalk, but now
with my Dad in tow to try to keep me upright. After a few falls, cuts and
scrapes (I still remember the smell of Bactine), FREEDOM! All this was
accomplished without a helmet, gloves, or any consideration for safety other
than “Watch out for cars” Not being allowed to ride in the street with the big
kids, this concern was limited to people backing out of their garages, or
turning into the driveway from the street. Somehow, we survived, and that for
most of us was the end of our bicycle training.
Today, the same warning applies, and with greater importance! “Watch for Cars!”
Life has inherent risks, and some of our activities provide more than average
opportunities for injury. For cyclists, many of these come from the vehicles we
share the roads with.
Good News! Today there is more comprehensive safety training available than my
father’s warning. It's extensive, it’s good, and it’s free! The League of
American Bicyclists has developed a series of classes designed to make us better
and safer cyclists. Pima County and the City of Tucson are making these
available to the community without charge. You will even get some equipment at
the end of the class at no charge, and a free lunch! Such a Deal!
More importantly, you will learn how to be a safer rider. This is among other
things, a defensive driving class for bicyclists. While we don’t have complete
control of our destiny, we can certainly influence our own safety. The LAB
Classes will certainly help, even the most experienced riders. If you are new to
cycling, or just looking for a refresher, I promise you will learn from these
classes, offered several times each month. It is a simple matter to sign up for
them.
Additional information can be found at www.dot.pima.gov/tpcbac, or call the Pima
County Bicycle and Pedestrian Program at (520) 740-6403.
Lets do as much as WE can to make ourselves safer riders.
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Alphabetical list of GABA-Tucson's Supporting Members.
See back page for individual ads.
Abelson, Todd, Mtg planner 901-7160
Ajo Bikes 294-1434
Bargain Basement 624-2331
Bodycentral 325-4002
Broadway Bicycles 296-7819
Fair Wheel Bicycles 884-9018
Green Valley Bike & Hike 393-7433
Guimont, Barry 390-3211
Leonard, Brice 508-633-5217
M & M Cycling Sierra Vista
Oro Valley Bicycle- 544-5999
Performance Bicycle 296-4715
Pima Street Bicycle 326-4044
Post, Eric 290-9944
R & R Bicycle 579-7829
Sabino Cycles 885-3666
Szach, Jerri 918-5855
Trek Bicycles of Tucson 327-2265
TriSports.com 884-8743
Tucson Bicycles 577-7374
Wenberg, Susan, DC 326-1322
Yares, Greg, Realtor 323-9020
Ads (1.5" x 2.5") run from 7/1 to 6/30 of the next year.
Ads paid-up by June 15th run on the July Cover.
Contact: Ram Salcedo, Bike Shop Coordinator, 733-0230 or bikeshops@bikegaba.org.
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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 CoordinatorMelinda
Correll, 731-3156 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 events; $35 for 3-day events.
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 articles for the UPDATE. Worth $5 in "GABA Bucks" per article. Contact
UPDATE Editor, Suzanne Couvrette, 891-4661 or update-editor@bikegaba. org.
4. Organize Social Events (picnic/ice cream social) Worth $25 "GABA Bucks".
Contact Social Director Pam Cullop at socialdirector@bikegaba or 290-4321.
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P. O. Box 43273 Tucson, AZ 85733
President: Tony Everett 975-7801 PRESIDENT@BIKEGABA.ORG
Vice President: Donna Lewandowski 740-6941
VICE-PRESIDENT@BIKEGABA.ORG
Treasurer: Peggy Jacobsen 791-3049
TREASURER@BIKEGABA.ORG
Secretary: Sandi Rousseau 349-3749
SECRETARY@BIKEGABA.ORG
Membership: Steve Graeber 762-1363
MEMBERSHIP@BIKEGABA.ORG
Update Editor: Suzanne Couvrette 891-4661
UPDATE-EDITOR@BIKEGABA.ORG
Education: Matt Zoll 321-4471
EDUCATION@BIKEGABA.ORG
Publicity: Bob Klenke 825-2601 PUBLICITY@BIKEGABA.ORG
Day Rides Coord.: Melinda Correll 731-3156
DAYRIDES@BIKEGABA.ORG
Overnight Rides: Judy Bolt 512-0442
OVERNIGHTS@BIKEGABA.ORG
Centuries: Jill Hewins 275-4759
CENTURIES@BIKEGABA.ORG
Volunteers Coord: Dick Schaffer 326-4807
VOLUNTEER@BIKEGABA.ORG
Corrsp/Registr: OPEN
Bike Shops Coord.: Ram Salcedo 733-0230
BIKESHOPS@BIKEGABA.ORG
Merchandise: Sandi Rousseau 349-3749
MERCHANDISE@BIKEGABA.ORG
Webmaster: Dave Swanson 664-0429
WEBMASTER@BIKEGABA.ORG
Social Director: Pam Cullop 290-4321
SOCIALDIRECTOR@BIKEGABA.ORG
Bike Swap: Greg Yares 323-9020
SWAPMEET@BIKEGABA.ORG
Shed Master: Bill Borland 299-3509
SHEDMASTER@BIKEGABA.ORG
Legal Advisor: Donna Aversa 742-0440
LEGAL@BIKEGABA.ORG
Cycling Advocacy: Wayne Cullop 290-4321
BICYCLINGADVOCATE@BIKEGABA.ORG
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Club Jerseys available: S, M, L, XL, XXL.
Check louisgarneau.com for proper sizing
Jersey Styles: NEW 2007 DESIGN!
Sleeveless, Men's & Women’s: $50.00
W/Sleeves, Men's & Women's: $55.00
Postage & tracking per ORDER $ 7.50
M/W Size How Many Price
Jersey - Sleeveless ____ ___ ____ _____
Jersey - W/Sleeves ____ ____ ____ _____
Add for postage & handling: _____
Total enclosed (check/money order ONLY) $ _______
Make checks payable to GABA-Tucson &
Mail to P.O. Box 43273, Tucson AZ 85733
NAME: (print)___________________________________________
ADDRESS: _______________________________________
CITY: __________________ STATE:____ ZIP: __________
PHONE: _________________________________________
E-MAIL:_________________________________________
Jerseys can also be purchased at GABA meetings on the 1st Monday of the month,
OR contact Sandi Rousseau,
(520) 349-3749 or at secretary@bikegaba.org.
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August 4 & 5, 2007
Join Phoenix Metro Bike club for 2 days of pedaling in the pine trees near
Flagstaff. With average highs of 80 and lows of 49 degrees in August, you can
escape the heat of the desert and enjoy the cool mountain breezes. This tour
consists of 2 rides starting at 2 different locations, with accommodations &
evening meals on your own.
Day 1: Woodland and Lake Ride
Register at the dock at Lake Mary, 7 to 8 AM. Ride starts at 8 AM. Directions:
Before Flagstaff on I-17 driving north, take the Lake Mary Rd exit and turn
right. Follow the road to the lake and look for a large parking lot with a boat
dock and restrooms.
Day 1 Ride options: Short: 20 miles around Mormon Lake;
Medium: 40 miles around Mormon Lake and south to Happy Jack; Long: 75 miles
around Mormon Lake and south to Clint’s Well.
Rest stops at Lake Mary & Mormon Lake Rds and near Ranger Station at Happy Jack.
Accommodations: Campsite in the forest or your cozy hotel room in town. Check
list below or website www.flagstaffchamber. com for cabins to motels.
Saturday Evening: 6 PM at The Horsemen Lodge or Black Bart’s Steakhouse.
Day 2: Craters and Ruins Ride
Challenge the hills of Wupatki & Sunset Crater Nat'l Parks. Start at 9 AM.
Directions: Santa Fe Blvd through Flagstaff, north on Hwy 89 for 10 miles. Right
at Sunset Crater. Meet 1 mile off Hwy 89 near Sunset Crater entrance. Bring $5
for Park fee.
Day 2 ride options: Sunset Crater/Wupatki Ruins 49-mile loop. Take Highway 89
north and downhill to the Wupatki Ruins entrance and then climb back up to the
Craters. Very hilly and high altitude climbing. Rest stops at the turnoff from
Hwy 89, at the Wupatki Visitor Center parking lot, and at the Strawberry
overlook. Shorter option stay in the pines near Sunset Crater with a fast
downhill to the Strawberry overlook and a challenging return climb back to the
park visitor center.
Cost for the rides: Both days: Members $20, Non-members $25, late fee $5.
One day only: Members $10, Non-members $15, late fee: $5. The fee covers food
for rest stops and volunteers. Volunteers needed with support vehicle and rest
stops.
Mail the registration form and fee to:
PHOENIX METRO BICYCLE CLUB, PO BOX 26788, TEMPE, AZ 85285-6788
Questions? Kathy Mills, Ride Leader, evenings, 480-759-7675 or kmills67@cox.net.
Campgrounds: Forest service – near Mormon Lake: 928-774-1147;
Woody Mountain Campground – 928-774-7727; Mormon Lake Lodge– 928-354-2227;
Bonito Campground – at Sunset Crater: 928-526-0866.
Motels: Days Inn East 928-527-1477, and onRoute 66 928-774-5221;
Arizona Mountain Inn 928-774-8959 Econolodge University 928-774-7326
Econolodge 928-774-7701 Embassy Suites 928-774-4333
Wyndham Resort 928-527-9500 Royal Inn 928-774-7308
Historic Hotel Monte Visa 928-779-6971 Holiday Inn 928-714-1000
Inn Suites Hotel 928-774-7356 Little America 928-779-7900
Quality Inn 928-774-3131 Residence Inn 928-526-5555
Super 8 Motel 928-526-0818 Super 8 West 928-774-4581
Amerisuites 928-774-8042 Travelodge 928-779-6944
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Saturday, September 8, 2007
Benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Come ride with us along the beautiful back roads near Boulder, Colorado. Metric
Century cyclists can test their abilities in the legendary Left Hand Canyon!
Help us raise money to make CF stand for Cure Found!
For info and to register, visit http://colorado.cff.org/ride or contact Suzanne
Hakar at the Colorado Chapter office at 877-296-6610 or at shakar@cff.org.