Much has been posted regarding the current contested race for A-Rides Coordinator.

I don't really care who gets elected.

But....

Anna will be a great A-ride coordinator. We need a veteran cycling coach who is not only passionate about group safety but is also willing to collaborate with others. 

After completing the A Classic SIG in 2011, she was selected to return as a leader. She also volunteered to lead rides and teach others on how to lead efficient and inclusive rides. She also co-authored of the A Classic SIG manual with Mitch Rubenstein, whom many of you know was the A Classic captain for more than a decade. This shows her ability to take feedback and work with others to create solutions and streamline processes.

Dear friends and cyclists: let’s help Anna become our new A-rides coordinator. The NYCC has never had a female A-rides coordinator, help us with your vote.

In view of the weather forecast, we have to cancel the Sunday 10/29 ride to the Halloween house in Brooklyn.

However, we're rescheduling it for the actual Halloween, Tuesday, 10/31/23. It includes lunch at the Opera Cafe in Sheepshead Bay, and other sights described in the ride listing. 

If you are free and want to join the ride, please sign up in the ride listings. It's being reviewed by the coordinator and should be approved for signups soon. Hope you can come along.

Jim & Linda

There is only one contested position in the current election for the board of directors of the club. That is the A-Rides coordinator. I write to urge you to vote for Michael Diener. I am sure his opponent, Anna Taruschio, is running because she wants to help the club, but I believe Michael is the better choice for the following reasons:

I've been having neck and shoulder pain on long rides with my Specialized Allez Comp, and finally realizing that the cause is likely poor fit.  I'm hoping that some adjustments to the stem or seat position might help.

Can someone recommend a shop that does good work with helping to make these kinds of adjustments?  I'm happy to go anywhere in the city if there is someone good.

Thanks,

Dave

For those seriously interested, please email me at [email protected]. We'll discuss details offline.  I will not check the message board.

Hi, I'm seeking an additional co-leader for the Sun. 11/5/2023 annual ride. It will meet along the 4th Ave. route. The Bay Ridge Dunkin' Donuts from years past, is no longer feasible. Last year, too many cyclists showing up (not NYCC riders) forced the Dinkin' shop to close and barricade their only restroom.

For those seriously interested, please email me at [email protected]. We'll discuss details offline. I will not check the message board.

Thanks,
Alfredo 
[email protected]

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Maybe it depends on the bike type?

Mountain bike - definitely?  Off road, more sharp rocks, hazards...?  Less chance for rescue?  No Uber?  Now the gold standard?

Gravel - probably?  See above.

Road - optional?  Here is what my friend said: "I was not able to inflate the  Vittoria tires I use with my floor pump.  I’m told it’s 50/50 unless you have a compressor.  Once the tire is inflated, it’s pretty easy to remove the valve stem and put in the sealant.  It could take a few days of rotating/inflating until the the tire holds pressure.  A real PIA."