The image of the vulture in profile sitting in the middle of our fast approaching line on River Road, not in the least concerned, unflinching and unmoving is stuck in my mind.  It was fearsome enough looking that the choice was to pass behind it rather than in front.  Fortunately, we were neither dead nor in a weakened state (a good thing it was before Alpine).  It's always fun to fly down 9W towards Piermont, but I think that encounter made it extra exhilirating this time.

We need your help. Pedestrian & cyclist counts are necessary on E. 233rd St, near Bronx Blvd. We need 10-12 volunteers for July 29th or July 30th. There's various shifts to choose from.

Your efforts will help DOT further understand the safest method for connecting the Bronx River Greenway between Shoelace Park and Muskrat Cove. 

Please contact Ashley Quiles at:
[email protected]​v 
(718) 430-4602

Hi guys,

I need to do some massive spring (well, more like hot summer) cleaning so here are some things that I'm selling. Several are items that I've had for review/testing that have minimal use. I have pictures of all so email me if you're interested.

Edge 45 Carbon Clinchers - Laced to Chris King R45 wheels (laced 20F/24R). Awesome wheels but I don't race enough to justify them sitting in the closet. Have about 300 miles on them with no crashes or defects. Retail price is $2800. Selling for $1500.

2011 Specialized Prevail helmet - Version that was released this spring. White, Large. Retails for $230. Selling for $140. Used about 5 times.

Hi,

I'm selling a 2008 Cervelo RS (51cm) with a SRAM Force group. It's a great bike that I used for the past 2 years and just upgraded this spring so I haven't been riding it very much. Need to do some spring cleaning.

The bike is in great condition and will best fit someone from 5'6" to 5'8". I can help with the basic fitting.

Full specs:

The Sagamore hill ride is on. There are a few spots available on the train. Email me @ [email protected] if you're interested in joining the ride.

On a ferry boat ride in Nicaragua to Ometepe volcanic island yesterday I met an amazing touring cyclist...a British guy nearing the end of his 5+ year trip around the world. "All he has left" is the ride from Nicaragua to Seattle, then a plane to Eastern Europe and thence on to England. Check out Rob's web site, see his tiger tan (a specialty of bald cyclists apparently), read about his excellent bike,  see his photos, and read his wisdom at at http://www.robsbikeride.com/

The ride write-up states it starts at :09. Actually, starting at nine after midnight makes sense. But heat makes me crazy (detractors of mine, please note it's entirely too easy for you to say crazier); so we'll start at 9:00. And, who knows, maybe end at 9:09. But this will be a Sneden's-less, Bradley-less, Tweed-less, and maybe Ike-less non-ClimBathon. I think. Like life itself, always subject to change.

Just a quick update for tomorrow:

No big changes, but a friendly reminder: definitely bring spare tubes and related tools, definitely bring plenty of water, and bring snacks or energy/electrolyte replenishment supplements to help sustain you on the ride out there. It'll be pretty warm in the morning on the way out... I've mentioned that it's possible to ride back (and I'm still considering that option for myself), but if the heat is too much by noon, I suggest everyone do the safe thing and hop on the train home. In any case, you'll have options.

Look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

This ride is cancelled, not because of the heat, but because the leaders couldn't seem to coordinate their schedules. It's been rescheduled for August 21st.

Stay cool!