A former NYCC member asked me to post:

Calling all cycling photographers - see the link below for the 1st Annual Mark Gunter Photographer of the Year Awards.

Mark was an incredibly talented international cycling photographer who passed away at the young age of 41 as a result of oesophageal cancer. His wife has partnered with CyclingTips to launch the awards in her husbands name: https://cyclingtips.com/2016/12/the-first-annual-mark-gunter-photography-awards/

I have registered a written complaint with PA of NY&NJ regarding the lack of maintenance of the GWB path.  The ever-growing shards of glass, not only on the NY side ramp, but throughout the bridge now, plus all the large car parts (fenders, etc) thrown over the divider after traffic accidents, seems to just lay in the pathway and never get cleaned up.  One of the most offensive areas is the filth on the sidewalk as one enters from the NY side (on 178th St), which seems to grow each day.  I would urge and encourage others to register a written (email) complaint on the website as well.  If they receive many, possibly someone will take notice.

http://www.panynj.gov/feedback/

(Foot) Traffic Problems on the George Washington Bridge

Here's the route

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/11575324

Here's the lunch spot

www.theoriginaljohnsdeli.com

The route back if we eat at a different restaurant will be

Dear Members,

I am requsting volunteers for the front greeting table at our monthly meetings. This is the easiest NYCC volunteer job you will be offered all year. I need two volunteers per meeting. First come, first serve. Do not worry, if you need to cancel for any important reason, just get a notarized note from your mother and you will be excused, offered a make-up meeting date, and I will not whine when I have to desperately look for a replacement. Here are the advantages for you if you chose to step up and help out:

1. You will be present at the meeting and hear the interesting and informative presentations by prominent members of the cycling community that we have planned for our members.

Dear Members,

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have had to move our next meeting to: Connolly's Pub & Restaurant, 14 E. 47th St. (bet. Mad. - 5th)(2nd fl.). The semi-private room is a comfortable space that can easily accommodate a large group, which we hope will attend the interesting and informative program that we have planned for you. To be clear, we will be served our food and drinks by a server at our tables, as usual, but not be served at the bar.

Aside from their unfortunate name (!), any comments on the Swerve spin studio? Any cheers or jeers?

Apparently their first studio is in the Flatiron area. Their second has opened near my office.

Apparently they place each member on one of three "teams" and keep track of team results. Why would they do this? Will there be a team captain or someone harassing me to ride faster? 

Also, are my Shimano SPD-SLs compatible with Look Delta cleats?

Planning to ride this saturday morning(hopefully) and wondering if anyone's been able to traverse the entire distance by bike from the G.W. side to Alpine Police station. Last Sunday morning I attempted it but only made it half way.

16/12 - Do-Over

Chairman Degnan. Director Foye. Commissioners.

Hello,

What's the protocol for posting scouting rides up to the official club listings?

Or is that a "no-no," and they aren't sanctioned?

Thanks in advance for the clarification.

Martin