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Mighty Cyclists,

It’s a great day to ride a bike!!!  The heat dome is still here.  Weather at start time is predicted to be 87, humid with winds out of the ENE at 7mph.  There is potential for thunderstorms this afternoon.  We will be watching the weather closely.  Watch your email and FB for any updates and cancellations. 

It’s imperative that we stay hydrated.  Keep drinking the water.  Bring extra tonight. 

We start at 630 pm.  Please be ready and congregated by 625 pm for announcements and ride leader introductions.  We meet at the Silver Lake parking lot at Side Cut park.

Announcements:

• Hydrate, hydrate, and hydrate.
• Our next organized ride will be our annual July 4^th Freedom ride.  Chuck Nicewonder is again the organizer, and we will be departing from the Mallard Lake area at Oak Openings.  This is another great ride and Chuck will need help to pull this off.  Specifically, ride leaders are needed.  Please consider stepping up and helping out.
• MARR is also fast approaching and will be held on August 10, 2024.  You can find all the details at https://www.toledoareabicyclists.org/MARR  It’s not too early to think about signing up to ride.  More importantly, we need an army of volunteers to make this ride happen and be successful. Co-chairs Dave Barret and Kenneth Shaw will be reaching out and asking for volunteer help. Spread the word and make some time to help out the cause. 

 

Tonight’s rides and ride leaders:

Group 1 (Hot1) - Avg: 23+ mph, 26 mi:    Eric Wharton

• Expect rolling averages to be 28 mph or more.

Group 2 (Hot2) - Avg: 21-23 mph 26 mi:   Tim Eckel

• Expect rolling averages of 25 mph or more.

Group 3 (Hot 3) - Avg: 20-22 mph, 26 mi:  Kris Jensen

• Expect rolling averages of 24 mph or more.

Group 4 (Xtra Spicy) - Avg: 19-21 mph, 26 mi:  Keven Sommerville and Joe Peltier to co-lead

• Expect rolling averages of 23 mph or more.
• No Drop

Group 5 (Spicy +) - Avg: 18-20 mph, 26 mi:  Keith Meredith

• Expect Rolling averages of 22 mph or more.
• No Drop

Group 6 (Spicy) – Avg: 16-18 mph, 26 mi: David Barret and Mark Maxwell

• Expect Rolling averages of 19 mph or more.
• No Drop

Group 7 (GLR) - Avg: 14-16 mph, 20 mi:  John Galdeen

• Expect rolling averages of 17 mph or more.
• No Drop

Be safe, have fun.

Joe and Vince

Speedtrap Ride Tuesday June 18^th recap

          The Speedtrap Ride brought twenty-nine hardy cycles to Elmore last night to ride in very hot weather. In spite of the heat, though, most had a great ride!

          Because of the relatively low turnout. The Ghost Pepper Riders and Cayenne Pepper Riders combined with Dave Stover as the official leader. Bob Kayden reported an average of 21.9 mph, while Dan Waggoner reported 21.5 mph.

          Ken South led a small group of Habanero Riders. Ken reported a 17.4-mph average.

          Ken Shaw took out a large group of Jalapeno Riders. Ally Zuccarell from that group reported 16.8 mph.

          John Galdeen had to cut his ride short because of a very out-of-true wheel(I should have gotten a picture!) but managed to return with a 15.5 mph average- rather impressive under his circumstances! Ben Durant also separated himself from his group. He didn’t want to overheat.

          Pictured is Bryan Reyes, a veteran Flatlander, who made his first appearance at the Speedtrap Ride since moving away from the area several years ago. Welcome Bryan!

          Next Tuesday, June 25^th, slightly milder weather is predicted- a high of 89.

Please join us. I hope to see you then!

Chuck Nicewonder

         

 

         

         

The Meanderer's will roll this Saturday, June 22nd out of Side Cut Metropark at 8a. Meet up in the parking lot near the sledding hill (same as the 5fer) to adventure out for a 45-mile loop that will run ya'll out to Oak Openings, Providence, and Farnsworth Metroparks that will even entertain a gravel option if you so desire. Bring hydration and a snack for your quick midride break at your mid-point that your ride leader David Barrett designates. Meanderer's meander so you can expect rolling speeds of up to 15-17mph, but this is a NO DROP ride that will only go as fast as 100% of the attendees can manage. We hope you'll come out and ride bikes with us this week!!

1025 W. River Road, Maumee, OH 43537.

It'll be a hot time this Windsday (and sweaty too!). Temps are expected to be in the mid-high 80’s, which is better than the mid 90's projected for midday. But our advantage is that mild S winds are projected - 5 mph or less. Expect average speeds to be in the low end of the ride's target range - at least for my group! Be sure to bring lots of water/hydration mix, this ride has a cover of two bottles minimum

Meet us at Central Trail School, 4321 Mitchaw Rd, Sylvania. Our 2 groups leave at 6:30, with Edgar leading his 21+ avg speed group and Dan leading the 18-20 crowd. Hope to see you there!

Speedtrap Ride Tuesday June 18^th

          The Speedtrap Ride will hold its next chapter tomorrow, Tuesday, June 18^th, Cyclists will depart Spoke Life Cycles in Elmore, Ohio, at 6:30 pm.

          Scott Lang will be on hand once again to lead the Ghost Pepper Riders, likely averaging 23+ mph. Are you ready!!

          John Del Toro should be back to lead the Cayenne Pepper Riders at a slightly slower pace, 21+ mph.

          Ken South will take out his Habanero Riders. His group usually averages 20+/- mph.

          Ken Shaw will lead his Jalapeno Riders. Riding averages for his group range anywhere from 16 to 19 mph.

          I plan to ride out with the Sweet Pepper Riders, those who would like a more casual pace. Averages are usually around 15 mph.

          At ride time the temperature is predicted to be 90 degrees, with a mild south wind. There is only a 15% chance of any precipitation.

          I hope to see you in Elmore, where a lot of great people ride a 22 or 25-mile course with little vehicular traffic. Why not give it a try and see why many keep coming back? Sign-in begins at 6:00 pm in front of the bike shop. I hope to see you then.

          Pictured is all around TAB rider and Habanero leader, Ken South, as he appeared July 26, 2022.

Chuck Nicewonder

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Portage River Tour - Sunday June 23rd - No official TAB ride

This is just a reminder that there will be no official TAB ride this coming Sunday, June 23rd. Maumee Valley Adventurers is hosting the annual Portage River Tour, and it has been TAB's policy for some time to support MVA and the organization's invitational rides.

The ride begins at Woodmore High School in Elmore, Ohio,

and there are four routes, 10, 31, 62, and 100 miles.

You can register for the Portage River Tour online until midnight Friday, June 21st, at the cheaper rate.

Register here https://www.mvadventurers.org/bike-tours

I hope to see you on the road!

Chuck Nicewonder

Fourth of July Freedom Ride

TAB's Fourth of July Freedom Ride is a little over two weeks away. Riders will depart the Mallard Lake Area of Oak Openings Preserve Metropark at 8:00 am and ride to Morenci, Michigan and back. The picnic shelter at Mallard Lake has already been reserved for TAB.

TAB will be collecting donations for the Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Center. Our own Doug Kilpatrick has found this organization extremely beneficial in his recovery and he highly recommends that TAB support this organization.

However, RIDE LEADERS ARE STILL NEEDED!!! There will be a 20+ mph group, an 18 - 20 mph group, and a 16 -18 mph group. If you are willing to lead, please let me or any TAB board member know. I hope to hear from you soon! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40033979

Chuck Nicewonder

ridewithgps.com

Freedom 100

We’re heading east for our ride this week. We’ll leave from Glass City Metropark heading north east through some of the industrial sections, swing by the burg of Harbor View, and continue on by the bay. A quick dash through Maumee Bay State Park then on to Metzger Marsh and a rest stop with a view. From there, we'll head back west and ride through Pearson Metropark before we return to Glass City.

Last time out, bathroom facilities were available at Metzger. But be sure to bring enough water. Also expect some rough roads as we leave and enter Toledo.

We leave from Glass City Metropark at 8:00. Use the northernmost entrance by the Museum of the Great Lakes, and meet in the lot there. The park has quick access from I-280. As usual, it's an 18-20 rolling speed, but we will adjust for the group. This is a no drop ride.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47085981

Mighty Cyclists,

It’s a great day to ride a bike!!! Post time weather looks to be HOT. 90 degrees with winds out of the SW at 14 mph gusting to 17. The humidity will be 33%, making this close to a “dry” heat.

We start at 630 pm. Please be ready and congregated by 625 pm for announcements and ride leader introductions. We meet at the Silver Lake parking lot at Side Cut park.

Announcements:

Hydrate, hydrate, and hydrate.

Safety, Safety, Safety. With hot temperatures, the potential for angry drivers increases. Be aware, keep your head on a swivel, and ride safely. Don’t cross the yellow line, keep the double pacelines on the right half of the road and communicate!

Our next organized ride will be our annual July 4th Freedom ride. Chuck Nicewonder is again the organizer, and we will be departing from the Mallard Lake area at Oak Openings. This is another great ride and Chuck will need help to pull this off. Chuck will be sending emails and posting on the TAB Facebook page as the day approaches.

MARR is also fast approaching and will be held on August 10, 2024. You can find all the details at https://www.toledoareabicyclists.org/MARR It’s not too early to think about signing up to ride. More importantly, we need an army of volunteers to make this ride happen and be successful. Co-chairs Dave Barret and Kenneth Shaw will be reaching out and asking for volunteer help. Spread the word and make some time to help out the cause.

Tonight’s rides and ride leaders:

Group 1 (Hot1) - Avg: 23+ mph, 26 mi: Eric Wharton

Expect rolling averages to be 28 mph or more.

Group 2 (Hot2) - Avg: 21-23 mph 26 mi: Tim Eckel

Expect rolling averages of 25 mph or more.

Group 3 (Hot 3) - Avg: 20-22 mph, 26 mi: Kris Jensen

Expect rolling averages of 24 mph or more.

Group 4 (Xtra Spicy) - Avg: 19-21 mph, 26 mi: Keven Sommerville and Joe Peltier to co-lead

Expect rolling averages of 23 mph or more.

No Drop

Group 5 (Spicy +) - Avg: 18-20 mph, 26 mi: Keith Meredith

Expect Rolling averages of 22 mph or more.

No Drop

Group 6 (Spicy) – Avg: 16-18 mph, 26 mi: David Barret and Mark Maxwell

Expect Rolling averages of 19 mph or more.

No Drop

Group 7 (GLR) - Avg: 14-16 mph, 20 mi: John Galdeen

Expect rolling averages of 17 mph or more.

No Drop

Be safe, have fun.

Joe and Vince

The Meanderer's will roll this Saturday, June 15th out of Glass City Metropark at 8a. Meet up in the parking lot near the skating ribbon and the National Great Lakes Museum to adventure out for a 32-mile loop that will run us out to Maumee Bay State Park, Howard Marsh, and Pearson Park as we return to the start. Bring hydration and a snack for our quick brwakat Howards Marsh. Meanderer's meander so you can expect rolling speeds of up to 15-17mph, but this is a NO DROP ride that will only go as fast as 100% of the attendees can manage. We hope you'll come out and ride bikes with us this week!!

1521 Front St, Toledo, OH 43605