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Bicycle Cop Ticketing Cyclists in CP

Submitted by EBrewster on Mon, 09/08/2014 - 10:30am

I don't know if anyone has already posted this, but . . .

I went into Central Park a little after 8:00 AM this morning to do some laps.  South of the 90th entrance on the West side, there was a bicycle cop standing around at the side of the road near a traffic light, taking pictures of cyclists, and giving tickets to cyclists who went through the light while it was red.  Be carefull:  you might not notice him if you're not paying attention.

Clydsdale Wheels

Submitted by Smgolub on Mon, 09/08/2014 - 10:20am

After cracking a rim, having the wheel rebuilt and breaking 3 spokes in the past 6 weeks I'm looking into getting Clydsdale wheels.  Any suggestions or recommendations?  Steel or ceramic bearings?

Escape New York - Is It Possible to Change Ride?

Submitted by TravelAsh on Sat, 09/06/2014 - 9:20pm

I've been all over Active.com and the FAQs here for Escape NY. Is it possible to change the ride you're registered for? I'm registered for the century and need to change to the half.

Thanks,

Amy

Early Morning Traffic on Brooklyn Bridge - September 7th

Submitted by MTownsend on Sat, 09/06/2014 - 6:32pm

Anyone looking to ride over the Brooklyn Bridge in either direction tomorrow morning would be well advised to take the Manhattan Bridge.

The route for the NYC Century takes riders over the Brooklyn Bridge and there is very little room for anyone else.  If you're travelling from Brooklyn to Manhattan there is even less room.

Save yourself the aggravation and take the Manhattan Bridge. 

Proposed Amendments to NYCC by-laws effective 1/1/15

Submitted by NWeissman on Sat, 09/06/2014 - 5:15pm

To the Membership:

Prominent members and the Board have worked diligently to propose updates and improvements to the NYCC by-laws.  Outlined below is the existing text (if any); the proposed new text for each amendment; and notes explaining why the changes are being proposed.  Highlights:

- creates a better, more fair process to remove a member's status

- authorizes Board to delete, as well as add, elected positions

- enables Board Officers to appoint individuals and form committees

- adds boilerplate "conflicts of interest” language 

- raises quorum for Membership Meetings

NJ Gran Fondo

Submitted by Sameed88 on Sat, 09/06/2014 - 11:54am

Looking to share a ride with someone going from Manhattan to the NJ Gran Fondo. Please email me if you will be driving over on Sunday morning: [email protected]. Happy to share costs.

Last minute A-Ride added for Sunday 9/7: Beacon via Storm King>NYC

Submitted by BRoss on Sat, 09/06/2014 - 10:19am

For the seemingly tiny handful of NYCC A-riders *not* doing the New Jersey Gran Fondo tomorrow, we've submitted a last-minute ride from Beacon over Storm King through Saddle River back home to NYC:

The wind is expected to be from the north on Sunday so let's ride south all day. We'll follow the A-SIG route from Beacon. The climbing is front-loaded going over Storm King and some of the climbs west of 9W to the Orchards. Following a few rollers after the Orchards we'll have mostly downhill 15-mile run.

Child bike trailers

Submitted by MGrinthal on Fri, 09/05/2014 - 8:18pm

I'd love to hear recommendations for bike trailers for toddlers.  My daughter is 16 months old, 24 lbs, and I figure it's about time we go for the hour record together.

Thanks!

No Club Meeting at Annie Moore's on Tuesday, 9/9

Submitted by NWeissman on Fri, 09/05/2014 - 7:03pm
No Club Meeting at Annie Moore's on Tuesday, 9/9
 
The 9/15 Town Hall with Polly Trottenberg event is instead of the September meeting.  If you plan to attend the Town Hall, please register -- seating is limited.
 
 

Annual Andiamo Motorcycle Ride Sunday

Submitted by Cyclegalnycc on Fri, 09/05/2014 - 3:00pm

Thousands of motorcycles will be riding along this Sunday from Hardenburgh to points unknown.  Their website in the past does not clue us in as to route, so just be aware.  They usually take 501 north and Palisades or 9W back.

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