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ridewithgps change?

Submitted by April on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 6:59pm

Perhaps a case of "snooze you lose"? 

It used to be one can add entries into the cue sheet (and have roboviva convert it into pdf). But it seems now it's only for "premium" member for a fee? 

(I can use a pdf editor to add it. But that's an extra step...)

Any other options?

Atlantic Beach Bridge

Submitted by JAzelvandre on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 1:08pm

I had an interesting experience the other weekend scouting a route from the ride library to Long Beach/Point Lookout.

Upon reaching the Atlantic Beach Bridge, a toll bridge connecting the Rockaways with Atlantic Beach, we were confronted with a big sign indicating that cycling on the sidewalk across the bridge was forbidden and a big fine would result.  As the police were sitting right there, we dutifully walked over the bridge.

But, while we were walking we saw many cyclists riding the bridge on the roadway!

Newcomers' Ride on Saturday

Submitted by jbetras on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 9:20pm
Join us for the Newcomers' Ride this sunny Saturday and invite your non-member friends who are interested in biking by sharing this link. Thanks to everyone who has already invited a friend - we've had a fantastic response rate!

Trek Travel...any opinions?

Submitted by David Regen on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 10:46am

The office manager where I work told me last week that upper mgmt decided I've earned an extra week to my summer vacation (I know, I should get that in writing). Like most people, I spend a fair amount of time when I'm not on vacation contemplating what I will do when I next go on vacation, so another week added to the end of August is, well, pretty soon, at the height of tourist season.

Yesterday, I wondered into the new Trek bike store on 8th Avenue and 20th and noticed the Trek Travel section of the store. I contemplated doing something with them about 10 years ago but never did. I regard it as a good sign that they are still doing this; most things that are poorly managed just don't last that long.

Great free PR for NYCC

Submitted by JKenyon on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 10:18am

NYCC mentioned today in the MUG (Manhattan User Group) Newsletter, https://manhattanusersguide.com/

This may bring an influx in inquiries, and possibly an increase in new riders on the newcomers' ride. 

Berkshires Shout-out

Submitted by CWaaser on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 2:23pm

A big shout-out to Jim Finder for organizing a terrific Berkshires weekend. Don't know if he's also responsible for the perfect weather, but I'll give him credit anyway.

Kudos also to Paul Hofherr for organizing the C group lodging and rides. And as far as I've heard, not a tire was flatted on any of our rides!

If you are 2019 C-SIG Grad:

We offer early registration to qualified riders who wish to participate in the C-Rider Century on June 15.  If you are a 2019 C-SIG grad and wish to participate email: [email protected].  Please provide your full name, the names of your SIG leaders, and confirm that you are a 2019 C-SIG grad.  We will consult with your leaders and offer early registration if you qualify.

If you are a 2019 C-SIG Leader:  email [email protected] if you wish to participate.  Provide your full name and confirm that you are a 2019 C-SIG leader.  If there are slots available as of June 1, which is likely, your name will be added to the ride list.  

American Airlines lowers price of shipping bike from $150 to $30

Submitted by RRosenthal on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 12:54pm

...as much as it pains me to say anything nice about any airline....

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/21/travel/american-airlines-checked-bags-oversized.html

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