The Shape of Things

By now the news about Bicycles Unlimited is pretty widespread.  The shop is either being sold, or is closing at the end of the month. 

I am not yet prepared to comment on the future of Bicycles Unlimited, or on my own future plans.  This much I can assure you:  This blog will continue.  The Tuesday Tome will continue.  I will continue to ride and be an active part of the cycling community.  More news coming soon as I can.  Please be patient folks.  This is tough, and we’re trying as hard as we know how.

Times are uncertain.  Many things are in a state of flux.  This causes a lot of anxiety.  I firmly believe that committing to something helps alleviate some of the stress.  On that note:

It’s about time to commit to the Audax Ride!  Here are the dates to remember and save:

Sunday, 25 April.  11:00 AM.  65 Mile Audax Tune Up

Sunday, 16 May.  7:30 AM.  Audax 200K

If you are new to this style of riding and touring, you really should do the 65 mile Audax Tune Up on 25 April.  This kind of riding is a bit different from what you may have experienced.  This ride will help you become accustomed to the style, and will serve as a fitness test.

Please do remember this.  The Tune Ups are deliberately designed to provide terrain and pace that are actually more challenging than the actual Audax 200K.

Note:  Check tomorrow’s Tuesday Tome for a ride report on yesterday’s 45 mile Tune Up ride.  It’s a goody.

Please remember, if you are going to do the Audax 200K, I need you to let me know, and to pay me the $27.00 very soon.  Money covers water on the ride, your lunch at the mid-ride restaurant, and a post ride sandwich snack.

Another Date:  21 June.  Summer Solstice Celebration Night Ride! 

Time:  Start at  8:00 PM (sharp)

Route/time/distance:  We’ll ride (generally) around the outskirts of Peachtree City. We will be out for about 3 hours,

Start/Finish Location is yet to be determined.    (More on this soon)

Pace:  Fairly relaxed, night group riding pace.  Group will stay together.  Requirements:  Helmets.  Good head lights, tail lights, reflective vest or sash, and reflective ankle bands.  We’ll do this one rain or shine!