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Speedtrap Ride Tuesday August 30^th

To all hardy cyclists: The Speedtrap Ride will roll out once again tomorrow, Tuesday, August 30^th, from Spoke Life Cycles in Elmore, Ohio, at 6:30 pm.

Scott Lang will lead the Ghost Pepper Riders and expects his group to average 22 – 23+ mph. Are you ready!

          Bob Kayden will lead the Cayenne Pepper Riders at a slightly slower pace, 21 to 22+ mph.

          Doug Kilpatrick and his Habanero Riders will likely average 20 – 21+ mph.

          Todd Pollock will be back to lead the Jalapeno Riders at 16 – 19 mph.

          All others who would like to ride at a more casual pace will form the Sweet Pepper Riders and will likely average 14 – 16+ mph.

          The weather forecast for ride time calls for a temperature in the upper 70s, sunny skies, with no chance of rain. However, a 15 mph west wind is predicted. That should, however, make the return to Elmore portion of the ride very enjoyable.

The sun will set at 8:10 pm. So slower riders should have both front and rear lights to make you more visible on the road.

          Come on out to Elmore and ride some quiet country roads! You’ll meet some great people, too! Sign-in begins at 6:00 in front of the bike shop. I hope to see you then!

          Pictured is veteran Speedtrap rider and Flatlander Dan Willis, as he appeared on August 15, 2017.

Chuck Nicewonder

 

TAB Monday Whitehouse ride for 8/29 will start across from Cycle Werks at 6:30. There will be 2 or 3 groups depending on how many show up. Groups will roll at 15-17, 18-20 and 20+. If there are not enough we will combine the 2 faster groups at 19-21. Hope to see you there.

Speedtrap Ride Tuesday August 23^rd recap

          The Speedtrap Ride brought forty-seven intrepid cyclists to Elmore Tuesday evening for vintage bike night. Even though groups were shuffled a little and riding speeds varied, all reported on having a grand time.

          Rob Golden led what was to be a combined Ghost Pepper/ Cayenne Pepper Group, but two groups rolled out separately. Jason Moore from Ghost Pepper riders reported a 20.1 mph average, while Bob Kayden led 6 riders and reported 21.3 mph for a riding average.

Doug Kilpatrick led a combined Habanero/Jalapeno Group and reported 19.4 mph for a riding average.

The Sweet Pepper Riders broke apart. Ben Durant reported 16.1 mph for his group. Claude Watkins guided others in. No average to report.

Three Good Looking Pepper Riders rode down the trail and back for 13 miles at 10 mph, while four Triking Cherry Pepper Riders also rode down the trail.

Although most reported having a fun ride, the highlight of the evening was the vintage bikes. Pictured in a row are all the vintage bikes with their riders(Dave Stover in front). Also pictured are two groups of Ghost Pepper Riders, many on vintage bikes. Three riders rode single-speeds: John Del Toro, Bob Kayden, and Chris Marquardt.  Several riders enjoyed food and drink provided by Rob Golden’s family. All this while the voting for best vintage bikes took place. The four winners, each of a $25 voucher from Spoke Life were Ron Purk, John Del Toro, Dave Stover, and Chris Marquardt. Congratulations to all winners!

There were two riders new to the Speedtrap Ride: Bob Lutz and John Lee. Both are pictured. Welcome!

Please join us next Tuesday, August 30^th, for the next chapter of the Speedtrap Ride. The long range weather forecast indicates a high temperature of 85 degrees, still very summery. We roll out at 6:30 pm. I hope to see you then!

Coming September 6^th: Ride the Speedtrap route in reverse!

Chuck Nicewonder

 

Just an FYI, if you were thinking about riding Windsday tonight, it's open house at Timberstone. We'll probably meet any Central Trail, about a quarter mile north on Mitchaw. Spread the word to anyone else you know who might be riding.

TAB's Meandering Ride will be rolling South this week to Tontogany then over to Grand Rapids for a return to our starting point in Whitehouse (across from Cycle Werks). The group rolls out at 8a for the 36-mile route with a targeted ride average pace of 13-15mph, but we adjust the pace of the group based on who shows up for the ride. Roger Sweigart and I hope you can make it with hydration and snack to enjoy at out mid-point. It's the last Saturday in August too, so that means a group brunch/lunch after the ride!! 
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Speedtrap Ride Tuesday August 23^rd

          To all intrepid cyclists:

          The Speedtrap Ride, the best Tuesday night ride out of Ottawa County, will roll out once again tomorrow, Tuesday, August 23^rd, at 6:30 pm from Spoke Life Cycles in Elmore, Ohio. The weather looks to be almost ideal for riding: a temperature in the upper 70s, little or no chance of rain, and a west wind of 3 mph.

          Scott Lang will lead the Ghost Pepper Riders on a 25-mile course. If you ride in his group, expect to average 22 – 23+ mph. Can you handle the adrenalin rush!

          Bob Kayden will take out his Cayenne Pepper Riders at 21 – 22+ mph over the same course.

          Doug Kilpatrick will lead the Habanero riders and he expects to average 20 – 21+ mph.

          The Jalapeno Riders will have a guest ride leader(Debra Lohr or Dan Willis) and will likely average 16 – 19 mph.

          Those who would like to ride at a more casual pace will form the Sweet Pepper Riders. Averages have varied from  14 – 16+ mph.

           

The sun will set at 8:20 pm, so slower riders especially should have lights on their bikes, not so much to see, but for others on the road to see you!

It will be vintage bike night! Get those vintage bikes out! Spoke Life Cycles will award a $25 voucher to the winner in each category: vintage original, vintage restored, and vintage with any changes/upgrades. It looks to be a fun night! So come out, ride some quiet country roads, and meet some great people, too! Sign-in begins at 6:00 in front of the bike shop! I hope to see you then!

Pictured are Debra and Jeremy Lohr with former bike shop owner Dan Waggoner, as they appeared on August 8, 2017.

Chuck Nicewonder

Sorry guys but between pop up rain whack-a-mole and my cracked helmet I'm canceling for tonight. Take the opportunity for self improvement and we'll try again next week!

TAB Monday Whitehouse ride for 8/22 will start across from Cycle Werks at 6:30. There will be 2 or 3 groups depending on how many show up. Groups will roll at 15-17, 18-20 and 20+. If there are not enough we will combine the 2 faster groups at 19-21. Hope to see you there.

Speedtrap Ride Tuesday August 16^th recap

          The Speedtrap Ride brought thirty-two intrepid cyclists to Elmore last night. Even though there was a mild easterly headwind for the return trip to Elmore, all reported having a fantastic ride.

          The Ghost Pepper Riders, Cayenne Pepper Riders, and Habanero Riders rode out as one group, but did not return that way.

          Scott Lang reported a riding average of 22.1 for his Ghost Pepper Riders.

          David St. Louis, guest leader for the Cayenne Pepper Group, reported 21.2 mph for his riders. Thank you David!

          Doug Kilpatrick reported 21.5 mph for his ride.

          Todd Pollock led six Jalapeno Riders to a 19.2 mph average.

          The Sweet Pepper Riders were many, but split up. Ben Durant, riding with Dave Stoiber and Kevin Konoff, reported 16.2 mph, while a second group came in much later with a roughly 14 mph average.

          The Triking Cherry Pepper Riders reported a pleasant but uneventful ride.

          There were six riders new to the Speedtrap Ride. They are pictured: Jill Simpson(orange jersey), Kevin Konoff(dark blue jersey); Jerry and Susan Ruffing;

Marty Lahey(light green jersey); and Jerry Woodland(dark green shirt). Welcome all to the Speedtrap Ride!

          It was vintage jersey night. Pictured are Claude Watkins in vintage Bike-to-the-Bay yellow jersey. Candy Langoria and Ken South, and four Ghost Pepper Riders(Dan, Dave, Scott, Kathy), and Dave Stover in Road Toads T-shirt.

          Please join us next Tuesday, August 23^rd, for the next edition of the Speedtrap Ride. It will be vintage bike night, with a prize for the winner in each of three categories: vintage in original condition, vintage restored, and modified vintage.

We roll out at 6:30 pm. I hope to see you then.

Chuck Nicewonder