The age old question. Recent questions about tires has me looking at several things like differing tube types, tire structure. But I came across this study about proper tire inflation which I thought was interesting. If aiming for a 15% deflection of a tire, which according to the study is optimal, you'd shoot for differing tire pressures for front and back depending on riding style (ie weight distribution). I usually go 110/120psi and call it good; which the 10psi protocal seems to be common knowledge. However it would be more on a linear curve, which makes sense based on the weight on the tire.

Has reopened and the detour between Paris and Broadway (Norwood-Rockleigh) is finished.  Closter will be welcoming Whole Foods in the K Mart center behind Annie Sez.  Scuttlebut has it that Tenafly's Cafe Angelique is looking at the old Farm bldg at Piermont & Homans for a new location.  The prior operator has relocated to the Annie Sez center.  Tenafly now has 2 bike shops .  The Bike Workshop on 501 is now under new management.  A new shop "Fusion Cycles" has opened at 31A Washington St past CVS.  It has Giant Bikes and plans to offer NYCC members a club discount.  Had a nice lunch, not $$$ at Simply Vietnamese 1 Highwood Ave Tenafly, outdoor tables.  BYO but if you are biking limit it to 1 small bottle available at the la

How come there are no Friday morning Rides??

Yes, I know the Central Park Self-test but meanwhile I did the length of the Dutchess County Rail Trail yesterday with a 20-23 mph headwind. Even on the flat sections where a glance at my Garmin claimed < 0.5% grade, on pretty good asphalt pavement, I couldn't get above about 16 mph pushing as hard as I could (and in an efficient gear with appropriate cadence).  Up the 2% grades, I slowed to even 14 mph. These results are solo, not drafting. What is the equivalent speed you would think I would have accomplished in calm conditions on level ground? 18 mph? More? I'm planning a ride in the same area for May 18th and concerned over listing it as B18 if I couldn't maintain even 17 mph yesterday. I figure a sustained slope of 2% in calm conditions is worth 1.5 - 2 mph.

My friend is cleaning out the garage of his dad who passed away last year.  Inside, he found this bike which looks very special, and he's asked me to see if anyone knows about it.  It even has a serial number!

From George Arcarola:

"The picture was taken about a mile south of the Bear Mtn Bridge in the southbound lane. It's a curvy descending section that encourages high speed. Speed which should be avoided until repairs are made. Most of the holes are 3-5" deep. We had two go to the hospital on Saturday."

Rep. Jim Oberstar remembered as cycling's friend on Capitol Hill: 

http://www.bicycleretailer.com/north-america/2014/05/04/rep-jim-oberstar-remembered-cyclings-friend-capitol-hill#.U2dutcu9KK3

Remarkably similar to cyclists vs off leash dogs.

But it doesnt sound like the situation in CP is as bad as in Prospect Park...or is it?

http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/05/05/in-prospect-park-dog-owners...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBH01jBVLdk