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BSTS

Submitted by asdf on Mon, 02/07/2011 - 12:59pm

The instructions for signing up for the BSTS say to email [email protected] starting February 7th (today). Is this correct, or is this last year's information?

Used MTB shoes for free

Submitted by DWiener on Mon, 02/07/2011 - 12:18pm

Men's size 43
One pair Diadora sneaker style shoes
One pair Diadora MTB shoes
While both are size 43 and from the same mfg, the ones that are not sneaker style are a looser fit.
Both have 2 hole cleat mounts, both are used and currently have no cleats installed and are missing the cleat mount covers.
They can be picked up on the UWS

Mens XL Long Sleeve Jersey for Sale $35

Submitted by DWiener on Mon, 02/07/2011 - 12:12pm

Giordana Solid Techno Jersey, Long Sleeve Men's XL White. brand new still in bag.
Thinking the sizes ran small I ordered 2 of these online last year. I wore one and thought I might be able to shrink it. No go, and its way too big on me, even when worn as a 2nd layer. However it is very warm when worn as a second layer under an outer jacket or even as an outer layer in warmer weather than we're currently experiencing. Asking $35, my cost last year.

Are fast recumbents/Bike Fridays allowed on the A SIGs?

Submitted by galfromdownunder on Mon, 02/07/2011 - 10:16am

My pal rides a Bacchetta Aero (the kind that won RAAM) very well up hills and very fast (as recumbents do) on the flat.
He said he'd like to do an A-SIG (one or the other) but wasn't sure if he'd be welcome because "you can't draft a recumbent that well."
I know they aren't allowed on the C-SIG. Would he be welcome?

Oh, while I'm at it, would my Bike Friday road bike be allowed on the A-19?
Since I no longer work for Bike Friday I can't use "I ride a bike for a living so gimme a break" as an excuse anymore :o)
Small wheels means we draft a lot closer (great for being pulled, not sure if it unnerves some), and perhaps gives very slightly less of a pull (or that's probably because I'm 5' nothing).

FS: Specialized Roval Fusee Star E5 wheelset

Submitted by SShachar on Mon, 02/07/2011 - 10:15am

For sale: hardly used (less than 200 miles) Specialized Roval Fusee Star E5 Wheelset. Equipped with Shimano 9-10 spd compatible cassette body. Asking $550. The wheels came on my tri bike and hardly been used. Please email me if interested.

A sign of the apocalypse?

Submitted by EJacobs on Sun, 02/06/2011 - 7:42pm

So I was coming home from my ride this evening, and there was a small army of delivery guys out. (Super Bowl Sunday.) I was offering up frequent renditions of my Jewish atheist's version of a prayer to St. Jude, the patron saint of lost causes: "Hey buddy, you're going the wrong way."
Then one guy on an electric bike, about to turn into oncoming headlights on 54th St., made eye contact, smiled sheepishly, and instead continued on for another block down the avenue before turning into a street going the right way.
I was so gobsmacked I didn't even notice if he had livery on.
What the heck? Are they getting a crackdown from the boys in blue, too?

the 2011 SIGs

Submitted by GeorgeArcarola on Sun, 02/06/2011 - 6:43pm

As the A-19 captain I've been receiving e-mails from prospective SIGlets regarding the upcoming SIGs. I've answered them to the best of my (limited) ability, but, that only gives MY take on things... So;

If you haven't signed up yet, if you're wondering, "can I complete a SIG series?"... "which one should I go out for?"... "do I HAVE to ride with George?"...

COME TO TUESDAY'S CLUB MEETING! The answers, provided by a plethora of SIG leaders from ALL 4 SIGs will give you the ability to make the right choice...

See you there...
George
A-19 SIG

Riccione

Submitted by jgroupphoto on Sun, 02/06/2011 - 5:18pm

Has anybody ever done the Riccione cycling thing? If so, can you describe how it works? I get the impression that essentially you are staying at a chosen hotel and do all your rides with people just at that hotel (no mixing of rides with groups at other hotels); is that correct?

BIG Thank You!

Submitted by CWaaser on Sun, 02/06/2011 - 1:59pm

I just want to give a big public shout out to Ellen, Jim, Eunice, Jennell and all the Web helpers who have put in countless hours and untold effort to make the new website workable and straighten out the membership renewals. It's greatly appreciated. I know you have more that you're working on - I don't know how you're doing this and having any other life.

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