I haven't been in CP for a while.   When I went out this morning, I was annoyed (as a biker) to find that the road had been salted.

Meanwhile, the streets outside the park were perfectly clear.

For those who ride in CP often, have you found that the loop is often salted more proactively than the surrounding streets?

Hi Bar Mitts winners,

Journal News Jan 18 Ken Valenti piece

Before New Years I had a fall which caused a single stable fracture of one of my Pelvic bones.  Can anyone recommend an Orthopedic Doctor who specializes in this or at least some experience in this area?  In addition, I would like to get PT to get me up to speed (so to speak).  Someone who works with cyclists would be ideal.  I am in Westchester so would prefer to see medical people here but can also go to NYC.  Thank you in advance for your assistance  Dave

Looks to dicey. This is the 8:00 not the 9. Hal and Jerry may still go...you'll have  to watch for any postings from them. Regrets but there is rain to the SE and snow to the NW and it is just too hard to tell where it will all go.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/01/16/why-birds-fly-in-v-formation_n_4609100.html?utm_hp_ref=smarter-ideas&ncid

http://www.openculture.com/2012/01/a_young_frank_zappa_plays_the_bicycle...

Note:  Video has 3 parts on the same web page, watch all 3 or you'll miss out.

Further note:  Those were simpler times, weren't they?

I just thought I would remind everyone that there's a special phone number for medical emergencies in Central Park: 212-585-0911.  If you ride in Central Park, put it in your cell phone at the top of your contacts so you can access it quickly.  This number goes to a 24/7 dispatcher who knows the locations in Central Park.  When the volunteer Central Park Medical Unit is on call (mostly just weekends) that unit can respond within 1-3 minutes.  When they are not on call, the dispatcher can direct another ambulance to the correct location in the park.  If you just call 911, the response time will be much longer because the 911 dispatchers may not be able to direct an ambulance to the correct location within the park.

I've been lucky enough to go about 5 years without a flat - a personal best if ever there was one! But recently I've had a series of unfortunate events that made up for all those years without making my friends stop while I change out flat. Because of these events, I've gone through my stash of spare tubes and need to restock.

I'm always a little taken aback at the price and like to bargain shop on this aspect. For instance, I had stocked up on spares with the Performance house brand (Forte) last time I purchased - because they were on sale -- and they suited me more than well. 

Sorry, leader has had a conflict come up for Sunday (job related travel) and will need to make this a Saturday (the 18th) ride instead. Apologies! I re-listed and hopefully the ride board will update soon. My bad!