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San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club Monthly NewsletterTRANSCRIPT
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President’s MessageBy Robert Fuller Davis
Wes Peters’ Mom Every bicyclist has a story. I enjoy meeting strangers on the road and finding out what’s driving them. I got to hear a new story last month that delighted me. One of the great bike routes in Nevada County is old Highway 40, now the frontage road for Interstate 80 from Cisco Grove over old Donner Pass down to Truckee. The road climbs a thousand feet or so the first thirteen miles and generally follows the route of the South Yuba River. You encounter almost no cars on this road and the scenery is typical Sierra Nevada stuff–pines and firs and great chunks of granite and spectacular views of the river as it rushes and tumbles down to the Sacramento Valley. Spring in the high mountains comes in late June and July so that’s a good time to see fresh wildflowers.
Catherine and Pat and I planned a leisurely ride from Cisco to Donner summit and back while Nana Gail tended to little Caitlyn. It was Catherine’s first ride since Caitlyn was born. The three of us drove to Cisco and parked near the restaurant and jumped on our bikes. Pat’s friend Froggy works at the gas station and said he would keep an eye on the car. Since Catherine had been off her bike for a while, she was out of shape and I was able to keep up with her. On our way up we ran into a guy on a mountain bike and I chatted with him for a while.
His name was Wes Peters. He had just retired from his job as Director of Finance for the city of Grass Valley and was training for a mountain bike ride. He and his wife and his mother were preparing to ride 2500 miles from Canada to Mexico on the Continental Divide Trail. His mother is 75. She started bicycling fifteen years ago when she retired from her job and she likes to take a long ride of some sort every summer. She’s ridden across the country west to east three times and thought it would be fun to go from north to south. Wes said they will spend three months on the trail and sleep mostly in tents. They will go in and out of towns occasionally so they’ll be able to restock provisions. The route has 100,000 feet of climbing and he will pull a trailer. There’s one stretch where there’s no water for three days and he thinks that will be the most difficult section. He just hopes he can keep up with his mom.
The July Board Meeting will be on the 2nd Tuesday; General Meeting on the 2nd Thursday due to the holiday.
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SLO CoasterThe SLO Coaster is the monthly newsletter of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club. It is distributed to members, local bicycle shops and some bicycle organizations. Subscriptions are not available to nonmembers.All articles, letters, stories of bicycling experiences, appropriate classified ads, artwork etc, are welcome. The editor reserves the right to edit or reject material. Each article is the opinion of its author and does not necessarily represent the opinion or endorsement of the SLOBC or the editor.Submittal GuidelinesAll materials are due no later than 8:00 a.m. on the 15th of each month. Nothing will be accepted verbally. All materials should be emailed to [email protected]. Complete submittal guidelines are found on the club website. www.slobc.org/resources/support/newsletter-guidelines.html
SLOBC MeetingsBoard of Directors Meeting: Tuesday before the General Meeting (5:00 PM) odd numbered months.Location: Air Pollution Control District meeting room, 3433 Roberto Court (SLO). All Club members are welcome to attend Board meetings. General Membership Meeting: First Thursday (7:00 PM)Location: County Library, 995 Palm, downtown San Luis Obispo. Refreshments are served starting at 7:00 p.m., Meeting begins at 7:15 p.m. June and December meetings differ.
Contact InformationSan Luis Obispo Bicycle Club, Inc.P.O. Box 1585San Luis Obispo, CA 93406Club Hotline Answering Machine: 805.543.5973Website: www.slobc.org Email: [email protected] Members only site: http://www.slobc.net/membership
Board of Directors
.........................President: Robert Fuller Davis [email protected] ................. 805.772.0874
...............................Vice President: Ann [email protected]
.................................Treasurer: Chris [email protected].................. 805.772.5900
............................Secretary: Craig [email protected]
......................Ride Coordinator: Will [email protected] ...... 805.544.3504
.................Membership Director: Mike [email protected]
..................................Advocate: Dave [email protected] ................. 805.801.9211
..................................Historian: Martin [email protected]
............................Newsletter Editor: Tim [email protected]
...............................Safety Director: Ken [email protected] ...................... 805.489.9779
...............Director-at-Large: Kathleen [email protected] ................... 805.528.6686
............................Past President: Frank [email protected]
CONTENTSPages 3 Shandon Scholarship Awards Page 4
Minutes of the General meeting Letter to the editor
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Bike CampoutPages 6 - 8
Ride InformationPage 9
Help Wanted
Page 10Advocate’s Report
Page 11Atascadero High Bike giveawayAerodynamic Helmet
Back Page
Calendar & Program
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3Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
Another huge “Thank You” for sponsoring the San Luís Obispo Bicycle Club Scholarship at Shandon High School. We were honored to have Gary Havas present the awards with great warmth at our graduation ceremony held yesterday evening. Of this year’s senior class of 21 graduates, we had 5 recipients and split the funds evenly at $600 for each.
As the brief biographies below indicate, two of this year’s recipients are going directly to a four-year college while three will start at community college. I appreciate Gary taking the picture of the winners, who are listed in the order of their position in the picture, starting from the left.
Carina Ramirez is the third of five daughters and will be the third to attend college. She is the recipient of our school's awards for Female Student of the Year, Lillian Petersen Citizenship Award, and Valedictorian. Carina was very active in FFA, student government, and volleyball, and completed 129 hours of service to the community. Carina will attend Fresno State University to pursue her goal of becoming a registered nurse.
Vanessa Gonzalez came to us this year from Atascadero, where she was an honor student, and continued her success with us. She is the recipient of our senior class Extra Mile Award for her devotion and support of her classmates. Vanessa met the admission requirements to attend a four-year college, but financial need will cause her to begin the pursuit of her goals at Cuesta College. Vanessa plans to become either a counselor or probation officer.
Jacqueline Echeverria Cabrera is our Female Athlete of the Year for her performances in volleyball and boys baseball; We could not field a softball team. She completed over 185 hours of service to the community, as well as being active in student government all four years, and being Senior Class President. Jackie completed the requirements to attend a four-year college, but will start at Cuesta College for financial reasons. She is an only child raised by her maternal grandparents. Jackie's goal is to become a registered nurse.
Juliana Camargo is our lone Advanced Placement student this year, earning a B+ in an online course for college-level English Literature and Composition. She played varsity volleyball, basketball, and softball. Julie served in student government and FFA all four years, and this year was school Vice President and FFA President. Julie is an only
child raised by her single mother who is a well-respected cook and server at the Jack Ranch Cafe. She will attend San Jose State University to become a computer engineer. Julie is our salutatorian.
Veronica Ayon is the third of four children and will be the third child in her family attending college next year. Her activities include four-years in student government and volleyball, while also participating in basketball, softball, cheer, and office assistant. Veronica was regularly employed this year as a part-time worker at Jack in the Box in Paso Robles. Veronica will attend Cuesta College to pursue a career as a nursing assistant.
On behalf of our students and Shandon School District, I thank you for your generous support of our small, rural high school. That you discovered us along the countryside where the wildflowers grow confirms the saying that " L o c a t i o n i s everything". I believe the five graduates above will agree. It is our pleasure to help with the set up and take down of the Wildflower luncheon at Clarke Park. Thank
y o u a g a i n f o r riding out this way.
Sincerely,
John Svinth School Counselor
I was invited to present scholarship awards to graduated at Shandon High School on the 12th. Pretty cool ceremony where speeches given were followed by Spanish versions. The event was well attended and only at the closing did the weather seem to cool from a balmy temperature.
I was impressed with the community support Shandon High School receives. We have given better than $42,000 since 1997. Our contribution this year was $3000 and that went to five recipients at $600 each.
I am grateful to be a part of the SLOBC whose membership makes this possible. Where I was impressed beyond this was how many other scholarships were awarded. I think the range went from $100 to $24K (military). Lots of them. This adds up to a nice chunk o' change and a great start for these graduates.
Gary Havas, 2013 Wildflower Chair
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3 Minutes of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club General MeetingPavilion on the Lake,Atascadero, Ca.
Thursday, June 6, 2013 6:00 PM
NOTE: the next General meeting will be on July 11th at the San Luis Obispo Public Library.
The meeting began with the potluck dinner shortly after 6:00 PM.
Following dinner, Vice President Smith thanked Gary Havas for serving as greeter and Kathy Cohon for providing refreshments.
The minutes for the May general meeting were approved (MSC:Mullin/Havas).
VP Smith noted that the proposal to discontinue paper copies of the club newsletter and directory at the end of 2016 would be included on the agenda for the July general meeting and would be open for discussion at that time.
Chris Broome reported that club assets totaled $163,000 and that year-to-date donations were $49,000.
Frank Mullin reported on the progress made by the Nominating Committee in identifying candidates for 2014 board positions. There are candidates for all positions except for Newsletter Editor.
Will Benedict noted that he had posted a number of alternative designs for a new club jacket and vest and asked attendees to indicate which designs they preferred. Design proposals for the 2014 Wildflower jersey are due by September 1st.
Glenn and Gail Vanderlinde presented the 2013 Bob Garing award to Dave Abrecht for his many years of outstanding service to the club. Dave thanked the members for the award and asked them to try to attend the August SLOCOG meeting to show support for the ongoing effort to fix Highway 1.
The Entertainment Committee noted that it was essential for club members to dress in accordance with local cycling customs throughout the country and modeled a number of cycling outfits that would be appropriate in a variety of cities.
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:35 PM.
Craig Armstrong, Secretary
Letter to the editor:No More Hard Copies
“Adopted December 31, 2016 as the phase out date for providing printed copies of club newsletters and directories (MSC:Benedict/Long)”
Newsletter comments:Wow, essentially cut off all communication to club
members that are not computer literate. This is equivalent to requiring computer competence to be an active, participating club member. If you are a marginal computer user, you should be offended.
If you do use a computer and don't like reading newsletters on your computer, you can print it. This is a shift in cost for printing from a small amount per copy when produced in bulk to a significant individual cost in paper, ink, and more.
I doubt anyone has done a study, but anecdotally it appears that when newsletters of various organizations go digital, people either quit reading them or read a lot less of the content.
We already know that the current system of communication for the club is inadequate. We know because we get many phone calls about things that are in the newsletter and the club member receives a digital version of the newsletter. We also get calls about things that are not in the newsletter but should be.
Directory comments:Looking up a club member's phone number is a lot
easier from our hard copy directory. It doesn't require either turning on a computer or having one on all the time. It was even more evident of its convenience at a recent meeting of some club members where we where considering asking certain people to do some special tasks. Two of the committee members had hard copy directories and found it easy to scan through the membership. The third was trying to do the same on his tablet, but appeared to find it useless. Looking up one name at a time was not useful.
Final comments:In a way, the board has essentially voted to “black ball”
people that either don't use or are not comfortable using a computer. They voted on something that should have never been voted on and didn't provide a reason. Probably to save the club money, which actually passes the costs on to the members through home printing and increased computer usage. It is not clear which costs society more, the printed versions or the cost of power generation necessary in order to have a person by person look up directory at your disposal at all times.
Perhaps the board should look at the membership instead of themselves and realize not everyone is computer literate and some people never will be.
Stu Goldenberg
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Hey SLOBC - I wanted you to see how the Atascadero High School Bike Club is putting your donation to good use! Kyle and I took 5 freshmen boys on an overnight mountain bike-n-camp to the back side of Santa Margarita Lake in mid-May. It went great - no tears, no stitches, no bear visits, and only minimal dirt in the food! The boys told me they had never mountain-biked so far before. It was only the third mountain bike ride for one of the kids, and his FIRST time ever using clipless pedals! Yikes! But it all went well, to judge from the smiles on the faces. Thanks for your support - you made this trip possible. Sincerely, Robin Dery, AHS BIke Club Advisor.
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Ride DetailsRide Program InformationGo to the club website slobc.org and click on the Ride Program tab to access the Ride Calendar, Ride Information, Ride Safety, Ride Ratings and Ride Organization web pages for the most current ride information.
Submitting Ride InformationSubmit ride information and updates to both Will Benedict and Frank Mullin to ensure the Ride Calendar is accurate and current.
Safe RidingAll cyclists taking part in club rides are expected to model Safe Cycling Best Practices as described on the club’s
website at Ride Safety under Ride Program.
Ride Start MapsA Google Map of each ride start can be accessed by clicking the start name in the Ride Calendar on the SLOBC website. Entering the start name into Google Maps will find the start location.
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SundayArroyo Grande (9:00 AM, C2)Start: Café Andreini, Arroyo GrandeCoordinator: Craig ArmstrongPhone: 619-7023
Baywood/Los Osos (8:30 AM, B2)Start: Nazarene El Morro, Los OsosDestination: Kelley’s, CayucosCoordinator: Will BenedictPhone: 544-3504
MondayAtascadero Breakers (8:00 AM, C4)Start: Charles Paddock Zoo, AtascaderoCoordinator: Kevin MatherlyEmail: [email protected]
Atascadero Scramblers (8:00 AM, B3)Start: Charles Paddock Zoo, AtascaderoCoordinators: Glenn & Gail VanderlindeEmail: [email protected]
Breakaways (9:00 AM, D3)Start: Damon Garcia Sports Fields, SLOCoordinator: Russ RobinsonPhone: 781-0903
Flaming Tortoises (9:00 AM, A2)Start: Dinosaur Caves Park, Pismo BeachCoordinator: Julie JarvisPhone: 773-1567
Yellow Jackets (9:00 AM, B2)Start: Ben's House, San Luis ObispoDestination: Grover Beach or Los OsosCoordinator: Ben PatrickPhone: 543-2803
TuesdayVacillators (9:00 AM, B2)Start: Nazarene El Morro, Los OsosDestination: South Coordinator: Marina MichelPhone: 528-1732
Tuesday Night Ride (6:00 PM, C,D/2)Start: Heritage Square Park, AGDestination: Surrounding Area Coordinator: John SasakiPhone: 474-1417
WednesdayFlyers (9:00 AM, D3)Coordinator: Russ RobinsonPhone: 781-0903
Date: July 3Start: Bayside Café, Morro BayLeader: Russ RobinsonPhone: 781-0903
Date: July 10Start: Damon Garcia Sports Field, SLOLeader: Bill BuckalewPhone: 543-9940
Date: July 17Start: Laguna Lake Park, SLOLeader: Norm SmithPhone: 914-388-7198
Date: July 24Start: French Park, San Luis ObispoLeader: Bill GoodgerPhone: 608-770-1448
Date: July 31Start: Bob Jones Trail Head, Ontario RdLeader: Steve VinesPhone: 202-8114
Frequent Feeders (9:00 AM, B2)Coordinator: Frank MullinPhone: 602-2058
Date: July 3Start: Heritage Square Park, AGDestination: Hula Hut, AvilaLeader: Frank MullinContact: [email protected]
Date: July 10Start: Bayside Café, Morro BayDestination: Cayucos via CanyonsLeaders: Dave & Debbie AbrechtContact: 805-801-9211
Date: July 17Start: Heritage Square Park, AGDestination: Cowgirl Café, NipomoLeader: Bruce SmithContact: 234-4427
Date: July 24Start: Lila Keiser Park, Morro BayDestination: Kelly’s, Cayucos via CreekLeader: Jeff KahnContact: 771-9671
Date: July 31Start: French Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: Morro BayLeader: Arlene WinnContact: 781-9466
SLO Pokes (9:00 AM, A2)Coordinator: Sharon SutliffPhone: 544-4034
Date: July 3Start: Meadow Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: Avila via canyonsLeader: Martin HowellPhone: 544-5389
Date: July 10Start: Cloisters Community Park, MBDestination: Cayucos via 3 Canyons Leader: Val BarbozaPhone: 264-5901
Date: July 17Start: Heritage Square Park, AGDestination: Grover BeachNote: Peggy's 70th birthday rideLeader: Peggy CoonPhone: 904-6050, cell 818-259-8940
Date: July 24Start: Damon Garcia Sports Fields, SLODestination: Pismo via Price CanyonLeader: Dee McKelviePhone: 610-1234
Date: July 31Start: French Park, San Luis ObispoDestination: Dairy CreekLeader: Bob TumanPhone: 545-5976, cell 978-621-1417
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3 Ride RatingCode Average Speed Code TerrainAA Less than 10 MPH 1 Generally flatA 9 to 12 MPH 2 Easy grades, occasional hillsB 12 to 15 MPH 3 Rolling hillsC 14 to 17 MPH 4 Hard hillsD Over 16 MPH 5 Very challenging hills
Wednesday (cont.)
Templeton Breakers (8:00 AM, C4)Start: Templeton Park, TempletonCoordinator: George DiMundoEmail: [email protected]
Templeton Scramblers (8:00 AM, B2)Start: Templeton Park, TempletonCoordinators: Patti & Bill VanOrdenEmail: [email protected]
Trikers (9:00 AM, A2)Dates: July 3 & 17Start: French Park, San Luis Obispo Coordinator: Dorothy CurhanPhone: 542-0334
ThursdayVacillators (9:00 AM, B2)Start: Nazarene El Morro, Los OsosDestination: Kelley’s, CayucosCoordinator: Will BenedictPhone: 544-3504
FridayTortoises (9:00 AM, A1)Coordinators: Stu & Janie GoldenbergPhone: 544-4720
Date: July 5Start: Meadow Park, San Luis ObispoRide: To and around Cal PolyLeader: Bob TumanPhone: 545-5976
Date: July 12Start: Hardie Park, CayucosRide: Part way up Villa CreekLeader: Patricia and Hans-Henning BoerstPhone: 534-9660
Date: July 19Start: Throop Park, San Luis ObispoRide: Coastal Peak RoastersLeaders: Sharyl Overholser and Stephen FainsbertPhone: 439-0722
Date: July 26Start: Bob Jones Bike Trail, OntarioRide: The CanyonsLeader: Bob YoungPhone: 489-4755
Paso Robles Breakers (8:00 AM, C4)Start: Marriott Courtyard Hotel, PRCoordinator: Bill McBrideEmail: [email protected]
Paso Robles Scramblers (8:00 AM, B2)Start: Marriott Courtyard Hotel, PRCoordinator: Jean McBrideEmail: [email protected]
Yellow Jackets (9:00 AM, B2)Start: Ben's House, San Luis ObispoDestination: Avila BeachCoordinator: Ben PatrickPhone: 543-2803
SaturdayHuasna Valley (9:00 AM, C2)Start: Sixteenth Street Park, GBDestination: Huasna Coordinator: Long NguyenPhone: 481-1688 (Call if joining)
King City Hillbillies (9:00 AM, B3/4)Start: Starbucks, King CityCoordinator: Ralph LeeEmail: [email protected]
Slabtown Rollers (8:00 AM, C4)Start: Sotheby's Realty, CambriaCoordinator: Tom ParsonsPhone: 927-5514
SLO Velo (9:00 AM, C3/4)Start: Variable on first SaturdayStart: Starbucks/Trader Joe's, SLOCoordinator: Ron StarkeyEmail: [email protected]: www.slovelo.com
Ride Coordinator ReportWill Benedict, SLOBC Ride [email protected]
Indulgence Ride: October 5, 2013
This year's Indulgence Ride will repeat last year's ride. It will start in Carmel Valley Village and climb 18 miles before descending 22 miles into Greenfield. The most difficult part of the first 18 miles is an evenly graded one-mile climb of 8 percent that begins at mile 10.7. During the descent, there are spectacular views including vineyards perched on bluffs along Arroyo Seco Road—it is a very beautiful ride.Some longer route alternatives will be offered for riders who want a greater challenge. The ride will cost about $35 per person plus dinner. The ride will be limited to 40 SLOBC members on a first come basis. Keep the date open. Registration opens August 1st, 2013.
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Directions to Starting Locations
Atascadero ZooTake 101 north from San Luis Obispo to Atascadero, take the Santa Rosa exit (218A), turn left on to Santa Rosa Rd for 1.4 miles, turn right on Highway 41, continue 0.2 miles to zoo on right.
Bayside Cafe (MB) Take 101 to Highway 1. Go west 12 miles to the Los Osos/Baywood Park exit. Left to 0.3 miles to State Park Rd. Right 1.7 miles to marina parking area on the left.
Ben's House (SLO)Take 101 to Los Osos Valley Road. Go east 0.5 mile to Higuera, left 0.4 mile to Tank Farm Rd, right 1.9 miles to Poinsettia St, right 0.1 mile to Alyssum Court, left one house -- Ben's house is first on left.
Bob Jones Trail HeadTake 101 toward the five cities. Exit at San Luis Bay drive. Go left on Ontario for 0.8 miles. Park in the lot on your left.
Cafe Andreini (AG)Take 101 to Arroyo Grande, exit Grand exit, left 0.3 miles to Andreini's on left. Park in lot to the right.
Cloisters Park (MB)Take Hwy. 1 north from Morro Bay. Turn left on San Jacinto Street. Take first left (Coral St.) Park is .3 mi. on the right
Damon Garcia Sports FieldTake 101 to Los Osos Valley Road exit, east 0.4 miles to Higuera, left 0.2 miles to Tank Farm, right 1.5 miles to Broad, left 0.2 miles to the park on the left (across from Industrial Way).
Dinosaur Caves Park (SB)Take 101 south to Spyglass Drive off ramp, go right to light, left on Shell Beach Road 1.4 miles to Cliff Avenue, right 0.1 mile to park on left.
French Park (SLO)Take 101 to Los Osos Valley Road. East 0.5 mile to Higuera, left 0.4 mile to Tank Farm Rd, right 1.9 miles to Poinsettia St, right 0.4 miles to Fuller, left 0.1 mile to park (on the left).
Hardie Park (Cayucos) Take 101 to Highway 1. Go west (through Morro Bay) 19 miles to Cayucos Drive. Go west 0.2 miles to Birch, right to park."
Heritage Square Park (AG)Take 101 to Grand exit in Arroyo Grande. Turn east 0.2 miles to Traffic Way, right 0.2 miles to Nelson St, left 0.1 miles to Short Street. Park on street.
Laguna Lake Park (SLO)Take 101 to Madonna exit in SLO. Going west, 0.7 miles to entrance to Laguna Lake Park on your right. Generally park in second lot to the left (near the bathrooms).
Lila Keiser Park (MB) Go north/west on highway 1 from 101 to Morro Bay. Take highway 41 off ramp and turn left. Go 0.1 mile and turn left into the park.
Marriot Courtyard HotelTake 101 (north or south) to the Spring St. exit, turn east onto 1st St, then south (left) onto So. Vine St. Entrance to the hotel parking lot is on your left; park along So. Vine St.
Meadow Park (SLO) Take 101 to Madonna Rd exit in SLO. Go east 0.4 miles to Higuera, left 0.1 mile to South St, right 0.7 mile to Meadow Street, right 0.2 mile to lot on your right.
Nazarene Church (BP)Corner of Santa Ysabel and South Bay Blvd. in Los Osos. From 101, take Los Osos Valley Rd exit. Travel west for 9 miles to South Bay Blvd. Travel right about 1 mile to light, church is on your right.
Templeton ParkTake 101 to the Vineyard exit in Templeton. Turn east for 0.2 miles to Old Country Road, turn left for 0.4 miles to 6th Street. Park is on your right.
Throop Park (SLO) Take 101 to Highway 1. Go west 0.8 miles to Foothill Blvd., left 0.3 miles to Ferrini Rd, right 0.1 mile to Cerro Romauldo Ave, left 0.1 mile to park on right.
Sixteenth Street Park (GB)Going southbound on 101 to Pismo Beach, take Oak Park exit, left on El Camino Real for 0.3 miles, right on Oak Park for 1.1 miles, right on Mentone and then into park on left.
Sotheby's Realty (Cambria)Take 101 to Highway 1 west, continue 34 miles to Cambria Rd, then turn left onto Main St. Continue 0.4 miles to Sotheby's Realty on the right (east of Main).
Starbucks (King City)Take 101 north to King City. Take the Broadway off ramp and turn left under the 101 Freeway overpass on to Broadway Circle. Starbucks will be immediately on your left with ample parking.
Starbucks/ Trader Joe’s San Luis Obispo Take Hwy. 101 to the Los Osos Valley Road exit. Take Los Osos Valley Road east to Higuera St. Turn Left, passing Suburban Rd. The entrance to the Trader Joe’s /Foods 4 Less center is on the right.
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Help WantedThe club's nominations committee is continuing its search for members who are willing to make a commitment to help lead our club in 2014. You can toss your hat in the ring for any position, but we are focused on those without candidates. Descriptions of the duties of these positions can be found in the Volunteer area at our website (http://www.slobc.org/volunteer/support/board.html) or feel free to contact the "incumbents" and talk with them about their job. Please contact Frank Mullin, [email protected], 602-2058, if you're interested.
Position Candidate(s) IncumbentPresident Will Benedict Robert DavisVice-President Ann Smith Ann SmithTreasurer Chris Broome Chris BroomeSecretary Craig Armstrong Craig ArmstrongMembership Coordinator Michael Balster Michael Balster Ride Coordinator Mark Stephens Will BenedictNewsletter Editor Open Tim LongAdvocate Dave Abrecht Dave AbrechtHistorian Martin Howell Martin HowellSafety Coordinator Ken Price Ken PriceDirector at Large Kathleen McHugh Kathleen McHugh
Newsletter EditorFrom the Bylaws
NEWSLETTER EDITOR shall publish the club newsletter and have such other duties as may be assigned by the President or Board.
Tasks• Consolidate member inputs of information for the monthly club newsletter.• Format the newsletter and provide this to the printing company.• Provide the newsletter files to the webmaster for the web site.• Computer skills required to effectively collect, format and publish the newsletter.
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Highway 1 Update SAVE THE DATE!
The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) has asked local Caltrans’ officials to provide a formal report on the status of the Highway 1 chip-seal repair issue. The meeting will be on Wednesday, August 7 at 8:30 AM at the County Government Center. It is very important for club members and all interested users of the Highway to attend this meeting and let Caltrans official know that we expect the highway to be repaired and resurfaced.
At the June SLOCOG meeting, local Caltrans Executive Aileen Loe admitted that rolling the roadway surface has not produced the desired result of smoothing the rough pavement. A Caltrans / UC Davis plan to use local cyclists to ride test pavement sections on Highway 198, south of King City, has been delayed until July. SLOCOG representatives were clearly unhappy with the lack of timely action by Caltrans and Supervisor Bruce Gibson asked for a formal report at the August meeting.
I will be sending out reminders as the meeting date gets closer. In the meantime, let all of your bike friends and others know about the importance of this meeting.
Advocacy Potpourri
San Luis Obispo Triathlon - July 28
The City of San Luis Obispo will be holding it’s 34th annual Triathlon on Sunday, July 28 and is in need of volunteers to help with the swimming, cycling and running stages of the event.
Go to http://www.slocity.org/parksandrecreation/slotriathlonvols.asp for more information and to sign-up to volunteer. You’ll have fun and you get a lot of free stuff.
SLOCOG Director Ron De Carli Recognized for Commitment to Trail Development
Ron and his staff at SLOCOG received the first ever California Coastal Trail Leadership Award for their “exceptional passion and commitment toward promoting completion of the California Coastal Trail and the public’s use and enjoyment of the trail”.
We are indeed fortunate to have Ron and his group of transportation planning professionals who are very committed to active transportation projects like bike lanes, boardwalks, multi-use trails and pedestrian improvements.
Help, I lost our Prius!
And, finally.....and completely unrelated to Bicycle Advocacy, do you ever wonder what is below the surface of the roadway we ride our bikes on? Neither do I, but I was fascinated by the trenching and installation of a main sewer line in front of our home.
Advocate’s ReportBy Dave Abrecht
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The Evolution of the Aerodynamic Helmet
Our daughter does some cycling, both off road and road cycling. She is much more fashion orientated than me. (Nearly everyone is more fashion orientated than me.) She pointed out the importance of what you wear. I always thought we were wearing clown suits to be more visible. She told us that some people feel that it is very important to wear coordinated clothing, where the top matches the bottom. Such matching clothing has a special name. It is called a "kit." There must be some value to wearing a kit, but I am not certain what that value is, so I made one up.
The Atascadero High School Bike Club had their end-of-year bike drawing in late May. All year AHS Bike Club members get one ticket for each meeting and three tickets for each ride they attend, and then we have a drawing during bike month. This year, the lucky winner of the refurbished mountain bike (generously donated by SLOBC member Chris Broome) was Jacob Alderete. Jacob already has a mountain bike, so he promptly gave it to his friend Garrett (the taller boy in the photo), who responded with relief that it was MUCH BETTER than the pink, rusted bike with woggity chain he was currently riding! Many thanks to Chris for donating the bike - it will be put to good use! - - Robin Dery, AHS Bike Club Advisor
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CALENDAR:BOARD MEETING
July 9th, 5:00 P.M.
*GENERAL MEETING
July 11th, 7:15 P.M.
The Pursuit of Raw Speed
George Leone, the “composites guru” at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, has helped the HPV teams and others build over 25 fully faired HPVs . George will tell us about the art and science of going faster than the national speed limit using just your legs. Come along and see a bicycle that can reach 70+ mph.
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