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Worcester county here. Flatlander

Greetings and welcome.

Thanks. Mark this tour on your calendar. Flat and breezy. Fenwick Island, DE. See you there.
http://www.bethany-fenwick.org/bike07.htm

Thanks. Mark this tour on your calendar. Flat and breezy. Fenwick Island, DE. See you there.
http://www.bethany-fenwick.org/bike07.htm

I like riding from Ocean City, MD to Rehobeth, DE and back, but one of these days I'm going to Dover instead of stopping at Rehobeth or maybe catch the ferry to "Jersey" bike there for a while and come back.

Winter hath returned. i had to find all my winter gear(couldn't find my balaclava) this AM. Wasn't really that cold but I was getting spoiled w/ all the short & T shirt riding weather. Easter egg hunts are going to be brutal this wknd:eek:

Winter hath returned. i had to find all my winter gear(couldn't find my balaclava) this AM. Wasn't really that cold but I was getting spoiled w/ all the short & T shirt riding weather. Easter egg hunts are going to be brutal this wknd:eek:


I know. I am seriously ready for spring. At least my winter bike shoes arrived today. I bought them on end of season clearance, but I didn't figure I would get to TRY THEM this weekend.

-D

Thanks. Mark this tour on your calendar. Flat and breezy. Fenwick Island, DE. See you there.
http://www.bethany-fenwick.org/bike07.htm

The wife and I will be in Ocean City from April15 thru the 22 and I had planned on riding this ride. Anyone else committed to riding it?
Let me know I'd love to have a riding partner there.

EDIT - Registered Today $30 Done -- Let's make a BF get together before the ride

donhaller

The wife and I will be in Ocean City from April15 thru the 22 and I had planned on riding this ride. Anyone else committed to riding it?
Let me know I'd love to have a riding partner there.

donhaller
Thanks for the reminder (& Beachcruiser as well). I'd like to do this, I'll see if I can scare up a few people to go as well.....

Bummed about the weather here too. New bike, family commitments the nice days this week, had to work late yesterday. Off for the next week (thank you spring break) but now it's cold, and I have little to no cold weather gear.

Well I am off for good friday. So here is my planned ride. I have a couple things to drop off for a coworker so I am going to try and squeeze them in my pack and drop them off around mile 14. Good ride to try out my new shoes too. Very excited about having warm feet.

Anyone want to join me?

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Good-Friday-Ride

-D

I don't know if anyone else bothered to try and ride over this holiday weekend. I was off on friday and went out. Cold and WINDY. Average winds at 15mph, 31deg when I left the house. But it was still nice to get on the road.

Not my best time, did I mention the wind? I tried out some new roads to see if they will work for my night rides.

http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2403613
-D

Got to REI in Timonium, got some finger gloves, tights, skull cap...took my son out for about 1/2 hour yesterday, just in our neighborhood. It was chilly.

I drove to Westminster for a club ride. Come 9:30, no ride leader. Called ride leader--ride cancelled due to wind & temps near freezing. I guess I should have checked my email one more time before leaving.

On the way home, I stopped at the Providence Rd Park & Ride and did a ride to Jacksonville. On the way there, I got nailed in the leg with a bottle of water by some teenagers in a passing car. Didn't have time to get a license plate number.

Anyway, it was a short ride--a little over 20 miles. The last few miles, snow flurries.

I'm really, really, really getting tired of this weather.

I drove to Westminster for a club ride. Come 9:30, no ride leader. Called ride leader--ride cancelled due to wind & temps near freezing. I guess I should have checked my email one more time before leaving.

On the way home, I stopped at the Providence Rd Park & Ride and did a ride to Jacksonville. On the way there, I got nailed in the leg with a bottle of water by some teenagers in a passing car. Didn't have time to get a license plate number.

Anyway, it was a short ride--a little over 20 miles. The last few miles, snow flurries.

I'm really, really, really getting tired of this weather.

That sucks. Next time keep my number handy. Anytime you are in my area I will be happy to take a spin. Well today wouldn't have worked anyhow due to the whole going to the parents with the kids today. But any other time...

Yea this crap weather is getting very very old.

-D

I got nailed in the leg with a bottle of water by some teenagers in a passing car. Didn't have time to get a license plate number.

Anyway, it was a short ride--a little over 20 miles. The last few miles, snow flurries.

I'm really, really, really getting tired of this weather.

I haven't had something thrown at me in years. I thought all of those punks grew up. Shame. I am also growing tired of this weather. I am only riding when I commute with the occasional nooner ride on the best days. Replaced my rear cass and chain which improved the ride but also need to replace the cranks.

I forgot, there's BTAG meeting this Friday if any of you are interested. Here's some info:
As a meeting reminder, the next meeting of the Bicycle and Trails
>Advisory Group (BTAG) is scheduled for April 13th at 8:30 AM at the
>Constellation Center (directions are attached). Representatives of
>both the Woodrow Wilson Bridge Project and the National Harbor
>development will be present, and we will be able to discuss options
>for connecting the two projects together and to the surrounding
>communities. The Wilson Bridge representatives will have the latest
>plans for the trail along the bridge, and National Harbor will be
>able to discuss their latest ideas.

Here's directions:
One Constellation Centre
6009 Oxon Hill Road, Suite 410
Phone: (301) 686-0000 / Fax: (301) 686-0001
I-95 / I-495 Capital Beltway (Via Car)
• Outer Loop - Take the St. Barnabas Road exit towards Oxon Hill (Exit 4A).
Bear right onto Oxon Hill Rd. Office is .25 miles ahead on right.
• Inner Loop - Take the St. Barnabas Road exit towards Oxon Hill (Exit 4A).
Office is .30 miles ahead on right.
• Parking is available in the lot in front of the building.

I am in Frederick, new to the board.

I am in Frederick, new to the board.

Welcome to the MD thread.

Anyone do the Princeton Sports (Columbia) Tuesday night rides? I see they are starting up again this coming Tuesday.

Looks like today is gonna be the only half-way decent day weather wise 'till next week. So get out there an turn those pedals!

Looks like today is gonna be the only half-way decent day weather wise 'till next week. So get out there an turn those pedals!

Well, this morning's bike commute to Towson (between 5:15-6:30AM) was a little soggy. This afternoon was ok. I made it home before the t-storm, but the legs felt a little on the dead side, so I took a nap.

..... I took a nap.

Napping is good too...!!

It's getting harder and harder to motivate myself to bike commute. It feels like New England around here. Cool temps, rain, mud and snow. It was easier to pedal in Feb. At least one expected frigid temps. I want sun! We should be in shorts and a T. Needless to say, it's still better than driving. All I have to do to motivate myself is listen to the traffic report. I haven't ridden a 1,000 miles yet. Last year I had 1K in mid March. Ok, enough of my whining. Charlie

I want sun! We should be in shorts and a T.


+1

I was doing great during that spell of warmer weather. Now, I'm a little flat. The old bod doesn't like these big fluctuations in temps when it's suppose to relatively warm by now.

Balto - you make me feel a bit better about my mileage. I'm at about 1400 miles through the first week of April, which is about on track with last year. With that, I should be on track for almost 5K commuter miles in 2007.

Two BBC rides starting at Oregon Ridge tomorrow if anyone is interested.

0900hrs - 13/15 MPH group - 35 miles

0930hrs - 15/17 & 18 groups - 50 miles

Two BBC rides starting at Oregon Ridge tomorrow if anyone is interested.

0900hrs - 13/15 MPH group - 35 miles

0930hrs - 15/17 & 18 groups - 50 miles


Looks like it will be a halfway decent day too.

-D

Taking my son to the Casual at Patapsco, I'd probably die trying to keep up at the higher pace.

Thanks. Mark this tour on your calendar. Flat and breezy. Fenwick Island, DE. See you there.
http://www.bethany-fenwick.org/bike07.htm


I live in Ocean Pines, just outside of Ocean City. I'll be at the bethany ride next weekend.

I'm in the market for a high(er) end touring bike. A classy, pretty little number like a Bruce Gordon. However, I'm not liking the idea of dropping $1500-2000 without some extended testing and some knowledgable attention from whom I'm buying. Who should I talk to in the B'more/DC area?
Proteus? (still haven't been there).

I'd rather support a reputable independant builder than go the commercial route of the Trek 520/REI Novaro's, etc, but I'm not sure of who and where.
thanks.
-Bob

oh man... you should check out Bruni. He's in northern Baltimore. His bikes are great. Welds are beautiful. http://www.brunibicycles.com/

I used to work for Mt. Washington in the early 90's and he had just finished the first full suspension I had ever laid eyes on.

Toms a great guy and easily accessible. You wont regret the visit.

wow. nevermind. It seems Tom passed on in 2005. I've been on the shore for 10 years and had no clue. I spent a few weeks with him in his shop as an apprentice in 92'. I wasn't able to stay. I'm speechless.

oh man... you should check out Bruni. He's in northern Baltimore. His bikes are great. Welds are beautiful. http://www.brunibicycles.com/

I used to work for Mt. Washington in the early 90's and he had just finished the first full suspension I had ever laid eyes on.

Toms a great guy and easily accessible. You wont regret the visit.

Ummm... Tom Bruni died in an accident on his bike a couple years ago.

http://www.onelesscar.org/TopLevelDi/TomBruni.php

yes... i know that now.

We got in a 53 mile ride earlier today from the Davidsonville Park & Ride. Nice group of riders, met up with two other ladies from an earlier group and just had an enjoyable afternoon.

Today's Ride (http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=109527&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=2469589)

yes... i know that now.

Looks like they still seem to make some nice bikes. I would imagine/hope that in all these years Tom apprenticed at least a few to carry on his tradition.

-D

Derath, the site is stillup but look at the price list - I don't think anyone is carrying on the tradition. He was quite a free spirit. I did a ride last year and there was a sort-of tribute to Tom and lots of people showed up with his bikes - it was nice. Anyway, don't think there are too many custom bikes for less than $2000. Hollands makes nice bikes - but his prices were $2000 5 years ago....

I think John Hollands is more-or-less retired from frame building

Balto - you make me feel a bit better about my mileage. I'm at about 1400 miles through the first week of April, which is about on track with last year. With that, I should be on track for almost 5K commuter miles in 2007.

Hey newbie: 1400 miles in this weather is very good. I have numerous reasons for lower output this years, old legs, been climbing on the decent wknds, mechanical problems but I had very few nooner rides. I am usually good for 1-2 a week in good weather. I just missed 5K last year and was hoping this was going to be the year. I'll need one helluva tour to get me to that plateau. Charlie

I'm in the market for a high(er) end touring bike. A classy, pretty little number like a Bruce Gordon. However, I'm not liking the idea of dropping $1500-2000 without some extended testing and some knowledgable attention from whom I'm buying. Who should I talk to in the B'more/DC area?
Proteus? (still haven't been there).

I'd rather support a reputable independant builder than go the commercial route of the Trek 520/REI Novaro's, etc, but I'm not sure of who and where.
thanks.
-Bob

A few years ago I searched for a full loaded touring bike. I was disappointed w/ LBS knowledge of tourers. Most bikes sold were more credit card types. I often felt that I knew as much or more than most of the stores. I found a Miyata 1000 for $200 on Craigslist a few years back. It was almost unused. I love this bike, ride it almost everyday. The most comfortable I've ever ridden. It(we) aren't very fast but can ride it all day. I like the folks at Proteus. http://www.proteusbicycles.com/
The owner(Jill) knows tourers, they don't make frames anymore, they sell Herons. I think there's a model called Heron Randonneur for about 2K???? That might be the frame and fork only?? Charlie

Lots of good used touring bikes on Ebay if you know what to look for. I had a Lotus Eclair back in the day... factory front and rear racks!!!! Was stolen out of my back yard when I left it for a few minutes hanging on my garage-mounted repair hooks inside a fenced - in yard. It was my commuter and a great bike. Paid $75 I think. Tange full cromo frame and fork 25" frame, rock solid handling with 700/38 touring tires you could ride over anything...

It's getting closer to the weekend - Yeh I know It's only Monday :D

I'm looking for a ride partner for the Fenwick Bethany ride on Saturday. It looks like the weather is going to smooth out and warm up a tad for the ride. I Guess I'd be riding 15-18mph pace perhaps more or less. I'll be in OC starting Wednesday and plan to ride to Fenwick to pick up my shirt and stuff on Friday, but if anyone wants to meet Friday night for food or Saturday morning prior to the ride let me know.

Hey Don. I'm planning on riding as well. Look for the white Empella CX rider.

I see we share the same occupation. I work at a company here in Ocean City as a coldfusion dev. Give me a shout emmet( )oceancityguide.com

Hey Don. I'm planning on riding as well. Look for the white Empella CX rider.

I see we share the same occupation. I work at a company here in Ocean City as a coldfusion dev. Give me a shout emmet( )oceancityguide.com

I'll look for you. So what do CycloCross riders look like? Do they all ride Empellas? :D or will you have a sign that has your name and Bike Forum written on it.. Only kidding. If I locate you I will get your attention. I'll be riding my black & yellow Giant TCR C1.

I took a ride today from our condo on 32nd street down to Fenwick and back. There was a nasty headwind on the way north, but a nice tailwind coming back home. I hope the wind gives us a break on Saturday, but at least the sun and temps look like they will be in our favor.

So what does the OC Guide do with a Cold Fusion programmer? I have used a lot of authoring tools but I never got into Cold Fusion. If I recall, it requires a special server setup and everywhere I worked for the past 15 years never had the hardware setup for it. I started years ago with Director and then Authorware. I'm working for the Air Force now and thier tool of choice is a blend of Flash authored through Lectora. This way everything talks to the LMS - Anyhow I'll chat with you later

Hope to see you there.

At least you got out today. I haven't been out since saturday afternoon. The wind just takes the joy out of it.

On the subject of easter shore riding... Has anyone completed the Viewtrail 100 (http://www.visitworcester.org/outdoors/bikes.htm)? I'm thinking of taking a weekend out in May and doing it.

I have the maps and other info about Viewtrail 100, but have yet to put wheel to pavement. I was thinking it could be a fun, short family tour for this spring. Still haven't set a date for the trip so who knows what will happen. Hopefully someone else has ridden it and can give us the lowdown.

hi all, new here. commuter from Silver Spring to McPherson Sq via the CCT... been lurking for a while and I have a question.

Someone was telling me about a trail that went through MD or WV that went through some old mining towns and the streams were rust red... anyone have any idea what I am talking about?

Thanks in advance..

It might be the Ghost Town Trail up in PA. Check out this link and see if its what you're thinking about:

http://bikewashington.org/trails/ghost/ghost.htm

Yet another trip that I've looked at for a family tour, but haven't yet turned the wheels. Perhaps now that the weather is improving, we'll get some wheels turning.

What the hell was that yellow thing in the sky this morn.....could spring be here, again! Might hit 80 this wknd. finally.

Hey that ghost town ride seems cool but that's a long car drive.

For eastern shore riders: here are 2 links w/ great biking maps. The first one is for eastern shore Delmarva($5) and the 2nd one is for delaware(free). Highly recommended.

http://tinyurl.com/b4g63

http://www.deldot.net/static/bike/maps/maps.html

Yo Barry: Please send me your email. I have a few q's for ya about trail monies and such. Charlie