weekly newsletter – 9 december 2009

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Weekly Newsletter – 9 December 2009 / Issue Number: 469-48-2009

PCC, Your Perfect Cycling Companion

This issue

The week ahead M+D P2

The week ahead T+G P3

Rules of road riding P5

Guidelines to Trail Etiquette P6

Upcoming events P6

Spare wheels project P7

Club membership P7

Editor’s Notes

On behalf of all PCC riders, I with the give a big thanks to the KOTRT

for their (once again) brilliant effort to put together another

Jamboree.

I only rode the Sunday XC ride along with many of our usual faces, but

our fellow compatriots James, Christina, Annie & Ivan rode the

Saturday’s treasure hunt.

The ride, although involving a lot of tarmac and concrete was still a

blast. So much hill climbing and so many switch backs. I actually

started to enjoy the climbs! Then the downhills…Fast and furious and

easy to get carried away on – hey Gan!!!

Not sure how many km it was in total, but I was on the verge of

cramping right at the end as we weaved through city traffic back to

the youth park. It seems to only be the Penang ride that will give me

cramps. Must be the sea air.

Thanks once again KOTRT for the well organised, well managed event.

See yer on the trails. / Photos courteousy of Tong TP.

- The English Nose




Date Ride Distance

13 December Kemensah 21km

Kiara Hash – Final for the year. ??

20 December Kiara 18km

27 December Gambang Ride 55km

The week ahead – M + D Sunday ride 13 December 2009

Mud + Dirt by The English Nose

Last weekend’s pursuits involved plenty, and I mean PLENTY of hill climbing up in Penang. So for all those that went, I

expect to see you at the top of this weekend’s climbs first. No excuses. As you know, last round we did at Kemensah, we

discovered this construction site at the end of the last downhill. Don’t know what to expect this time. Hopefully not a

detour involving climbing back out.

Date: Sunday 13th December 2009

Meeting Time: 7:30am

Meeting place: Taman Melawati (next to Zoo Negara)

Ride distance: 21km

Ride description: We’ll follow the previous hash trail which involves brilliant bamboo single track, sticky climbs

and gnarly (dude) downhills. Starts off with a 4km kampong road ride in.

Directions: Best to use the MRR2 (Middle Ring Road 2) towards Taman Melawati which is ½ way between

Batu Caves and Ampang on this road.

From Ampang, turn off for Taman Melawati (same junction for U-turn to Zoo Negara.)

Once off the highway, turn right (don’t U-turn to the zoo) and go straight until you see a Caltex and BHP petrol station on

the left. The meeting point is the open car park behind.

From Batu Caves, turn off left to Taman Melawati (you can see shoplots with CIMB and Maybank banks just before). Go

straight until you see a Caltex and BHP petrol station on the left. The meeting point is the open car park behind.

Who do you call : Rob on 012 6191 308

The last hash of the year is happening early – this weekend. If you love Kiara and want to explore new and unknown

trails, this will be a good one.

Briefing at 9:20am

Start Point: Soul’ed Out, Sri Hartamas. GPS: N3 09.812 E101 38.913.

For full details please see: http://klmbhash.ning.com/forum/topics/directions-to-bash-184-13-dec




Date: 13 December 2009

Time: 7:30am sharp (Please be there 15mins before the start)

Start/End: Sup Power food court, Gombak (in front of Sekolah Menengah Teknik Gombak, Jln Sg. Pusu, Off Jln

Gombak) GPS (GPS N03deg 14.757’E101deg 43.643’). Alternatively, you could search for “Sekolah

Menengah Teknik Gombak” under Google Maps, M’sia.

Route: (70km) AWE-GS peak (first re-group)- Janda Baik- Mamak (R&R)-AWE

Escape route: Those wanting to get home early before the Boss, err… the Missus, wakes up & realizes you have

sneaked off like a rat; you can always turn back at the top of Genting Sempah (next to the mechanic

shop & security dogs). The distance is about 47km and you should be home early. How safely

depends on how quietly you can tip toe into the house. As traffic is minimal, this route is especially

suitable for new riders. Also, the route is simple: One way up, one way down; no turns are necessary.

It doesn’t get any simpler than this.

Helmets are compulsory. Do bring along a spare tube, hand pump, at least 1 full water bottle, yr hand phone & cash. Careful

of lorries, especially at switchbacks; they will occupy the whole road. Also, the exit out of Janda Baik is a fast & sharp left

corner, so please descend at a controlled speed. Roads are in generally good nick, some switchbacks might be sandy due to

rain. Hide any bags or items of value in your car out of sight of prying eyes.

Who do you call : JK d Terrorman (012-302 8050) & Teik d Manxman (012-379 8292)

The week ahead – T + G Sunday ride 13 December 2009

Gombak to Janda Baik by Don

A perennial favourite amongst Klang valley

cyclists due to the low traffic, cool weather

& fresh air.

A nice 5km warm-up before a gradual

climb up to Genting Sempah rest area.

From there, we recover on a fast downhill

at GS Rest Area until we turn right into

Janda Baik. We do a loop here before

heading back to our cars & a welcomed

refueling. What’s not to like? Cool air, low

vehicular traffic & plenty of greenery &

and some fauna (in deliciously body-

hugging lycra) to behold.




Impromptu Saturday M + D rides

Spare Parts Choy with his ever willingness to ride, be it morning, noon AND night will be taking calls with his mistress

Rachel from the Yeti Clan by his side, he would certainly ride anything and everything as often as he can. So contact himfor the Saturday Goodness at +60123955255. All levels and ride suggestions are always welcomed.

Change positions correctly• Slower moving traffic stays to the left; faster traffic to

the right. Never overtake on the left of the group!

• Pass slower moving vehicles on the right; announce

your intention to do so

Announce hazards• Most cyclists do not have a full view of the road while

riding in a group

• Announce potholes and other hazards so others can

avoid them

• Call out the hazard and point down to it, either left or

right. No need to yell like a maniac tho.

Watch for traffic from the rear• The last rider should frequently check for overtaking

cars

• Announce "car back" clearly and loudly

• It is also helpful to announce "car up" on narrow

roads or when riding two abreast

Watch out at intersections

• Leader should announce slowing or stopping atintersections, if necessary

• Cyclists should not follow others through

intersections without first looking for themselves

• Each cyclist is responsible for checking cross traffic; if

you must stop, signal

Leave room for cars• On narrow road or during climbs, leave space

between every three or four riders

• Motorists will utilize the shorter passing intervals to

pass the group

• Good relations with motorists is the responsibility of

every cyclist. Remember, we share the roads with

others; it’s not our Grandfathers’ road.Stop off road

• When stopping for mechanicals or regrouping, always

move clear off the road

• Always indicate you are stopping with your right hand

asking them to overtake you on the right.

• Always yield to traffic in the roadway

Rules of Road Riding – T + G

Practise Good Peloton Etiquette • Everyone in the peloton has to contribute to the

workload. That means taking your fair share of pulls at

the front. It’s ok to do shorter pulls, especially if you are

tired. Just do a token pull, indicate and pull off to the

right & back after you’ve established it is safe to do so.

• When you go to the front, always keep a constant &

steady speed. Do not accelerate or show how fast you

are. It is not a race, moron!

• Typically everyone climbs at their own pace. So after a

climb, recover & regroup before setting off again.

• Do not pull too long at the front. Always reserve some

energy

Ride single file• It is illegal in some areas to ride more than two abreast.

Avoid doing this.

• In our country, the roads are narrow and winding. It is

better to ride single filed in this case, unless it is safe to

ride a double pace line.

Rules of Road Riding

By The Don

Weekday T + G rides

TUESDAY NIGHT SPECIAL – TAMAN TUN (SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS)

Ride distance: 25km (TTDI – Damansara Heights – TTDI)

Time: 830pm (check in 15mins before)

Meeting place: In front of KSH (Taman Tun Dr Ismail)

Contact person: Shang(016 209 2999) / Amanda (012 659 3838)

THURSDAY NIGHT RIDE – NEW (SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS)

Ride distance:

Time: 700pm (70km) / 830pm (35km)

Meeting place: Putrajaya Mosque Car park

Contact person: Vong 016 287 2066

Ride Guideline: Well maintained flat to undulating

roads.

Objectives: Improving endurance,leg strength and

road bike skills (eg. Drafting technique,

signalling, road safety)

COMPULSORY TAIL LIGHTS

FOR ALL NIGHT RIDERS

NO HELMUT, NO RIDE




Guidelines to Mountain Bike Trail Etiquette

FROM VARIOUS SOURCES IN RELATION TO SHARED TRAILS AND NON BIKE

SPECIFIC TRAILS.

PERSONAL SAFETY- Wear a brain bucket (yes..that’s a helmet) whenever you ride.

- Do not travel into remote areas without informing others

- Ride within your capabilities. Ensure that if you want to push your

limits, your buddies are around to support you.

- Know your bike and bring the necessary/essential spares.

RIGHT OF WAY IN RELATION TO OTHERS (NON RIDERS)

- Give way to non motorised trail users, i.e. hikers, horse riders, because

people judge all cyclist by my actions.

- Give way to motorised trail users, i.e. motor cross bikes etc, because

generally we will end up worse off in a an accident.

- Alert others when approaching. Get a bell, or “Excuse me” works quite

well.

RIGHT OF WAY IN RELATION TO OTHER RIDERS.

- Riders have the right of way. If you are pushing your bike, leave the

riding line open for others to go past.

- Rider up hill has the right of way.

- Allow faster riders to past

SPEED

- Approach turns and bends in anticipation that there’s someone there.

- Make your presence know when approaching someone or any turns.

IMPACT ON THE TRAIL- Leave the wildlife and fauna alone. Magic mushrooms are bad for you.

- Stay on designated trails and avoid destroying vegetation if possible

- Don’t take short cuts over/around technical sections. If you can’t ride

it, walk it.

- Learn how to use your front brakes so that you minimise skidding your

rear wheel. If you refuse to learn, then ride only in bike parks where

people are paid to maintain the trails.

- Do not litter. Take out whatever you take in.

- Practise minimal impact riding, take only photos and memories with

you.

FUN- You are to have loads of fun, talk lots of cog, and make good friends on

your ride.

- Develop of sense of humour. Some people say it’s good for the soul.

FEEL LIKE YOU WANT TO ADD TO THIS? DROP US A LINE. WE WILL ADD IT IF IT MAKES SENSE.




PLEASE DO NOT CALL US AT THE 11th HOUR ASKING FOR A BIKE. ALLOW 2 DAYS NOTICE MIN

Spare Wheels Project

Your friends have heard you rant about the drops and

the endos and have seen the breathtaking scenery

from your flickr, Facebook and not to forget the fridge

door photos.

They finally want to get off their bum and join you for

a ride but running behind you, sitting on your top tube

or dinking them are probably not the best ways for

them to experience it with you. Of course, he/she

could be shit hot, then no one would probably say

anything.

In any regards, PCC has the SPARE WHEELS PROJECT

underway. Currently made up of generous owner's

bikes, they are available for people to borrow and

ride. Some of them have been ridden more than the

village…er…never mind. They've been ridden a lot.

Boon Foo has recently offered his assistance to put

together a few hard tails, and together with what we

have now, we should be able to cater for height

ranging from Snow White's pals to the Yang Mings

who want to give this ago.

In all SERIOUSNESS, if you have someone who wants

to join us for a ride, please do not hesitate to drop us

a line and we WILL do our best to get them a bike for

the next suitable ride. Take note that there will be a

$15.00 charge to cover expenses such as ferrying thebike around (only if you are riding with us), washing it

and of course its ongoing maintenance.

Rob (012 6191 308) / Peter (012 227 4443) /

Alvin (012 3070 830) / Adrian (012 383 2618)

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