I try to patronize all the local bike shops when possible.  I have my fave (as we all do), but thought I'd comment on the refurbished Tenafly bike shop on 501.  Stopped by yesterday to check it out, and the new owners were super friendly, even inviting us to stay for a BBQ lunch (which I would have, but then would've needed a taxi up Churchill...).  Their hours are also more user-friendly.  Check them out! 

Bike path won't be accessible in parts of UWS 

People,

Due to work conflicts, Manuel Ordonez has stepped down as Content Manager.  B-Rides Coordinator Brian Van Nieuenhoven is assuming the responsibility through the end of the year. Thanks to Brian for stepping up.

Received today from Paragon --

Paragon Sports has been around since 1908 and is one of the largest, family owned sporting goods stores in New York. The New Bike Shop, now located on the main floor in Paragon, carries lines such as Cannondale, Focus, Felt, Pearl Izumi, Gore, Castelli, and Assos.

Cycling Enthusiasts, Triathletes and Commuters can find quality selection of Recreational, Road, Racing and Tri bikes, as well as, functional and fashionable Cycling Apparel.

Their will be a Raffle with the Grand Prize of a 2015 Cannondale Bad Boy 2 (Retail $1520) and other raffle prizes include clothing from Pearl Izumi, Shimano Cycling Shoes and Bern Helmets.

I don't have time to scout for my upcoming ride.  I know that during the spring there was a big pothole in the southbound lane of 9W on the descent south of Bear Mountain.  I heard someone had a bad crash there.  Can anyone give an update on whether it's still there or has been fixed?  If it's still there, can anyone give an approximate location?

Thanks for your help.

I am looking to borrow a bike case that I can check as baggage on the airlines.

Please email me offline if you have a bike case that is for rent or borrow.

Need for 8/12-8/26

Thank you

Ellen Borowka

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Does any one know of a reliable bike shop in the Beverly Hills, CA area?  Whatever contact information that you have will be appreciated.

Hi

Reub Hayes is my name.  I am a keen road cyclist and would like to do a few rides when I visit NY in August.  I'm staying at Sherry Netherlands beside Central Park and have arranged a training bike 19-22 Aug.  I ride 200+kms (130miles) per week. I'm around B17/18+ on club scale.  Are there any rides in the vicinity I can join over this period?

Cheers  Reub