Thursday 7-16 Ride from Big Looys at 6:00pm

Thursday will be a "Group Choice" ride from Big Looys. Please post if you are going to ride and be ready to present your input on where to ride. I will be unable to make it as I am tending to family matters. - Doug

Survey & Jerseys

We have had several requests for FOGBEE jerseys. We'll put an order together for those who want one, two, etc. PLEASE POST quantity and male/female dimensions. We have a minimum qty that we must meet.

While you're at it, fill out a survey so we can provide the type of activities everyone wants.

In order to keep FOGBEE adventures fresh and interesting, Bob, Bryan, Bruce, Doug, and I have prepared a short survey to seek your ideas. Please click here.

We ask that ALL FOGBEES complete it as soon as possible so we can be working on what you want to do.

Not a member? Yet! We are interested in your ideas also. Please help.

RESULTS 7/14/09 - Click Here - Want to change, add, modify? Make copy of spreadsheet with your changes and send to fogbees@gmail.com. Only 30 contributions thus far.

Wednesday Lite Ride - 7/15/2009

We will be riding a 20 mile loop from the Sumner Station Fitness Center parking lot Wednesday at 5:30pm. This loop does not include a shorter opt-out, but an out and back of the first section would be possible for those not wanting to do the full 20 miles.

Click the link below to view the route and cue sheet.




Please post if you plan to ride.

Saturday July 18th ride with the Veloteers

. . We have been invited to join the Veloteers in their annual Cycling Extravaganza on July 18th 8:00 at the Bike Pedlar in Hermitage. This ride will feature 2 rides, one an easy pace 13-15 mph and one 15-17 mph. The faster ride will be around 35 miles in length. I do not have the details on the light ride, but expect it to be less than the advanced ride. After the ride, The Bike Pedlar will be having a spaghetti, salad, and bread meal for all riders and will be showing stage 14 of the Tour de France on the big screen!
. . This is our opportunity to meet some of the other riders in our area so lets get a good showing (in uniform) for this one!

Ride with an Australian - Saturday 25'th

. . My Aussie cycling friend, Bob Schofield, is back cycling in the USA this year. He is riding from Chicago to Nashville this July.
. . I plan to join him at Kenlake state park on the western edge of Land Between the Lakes on Saturday, July 25 and ride with him 4 days. First to Clarksville, 60 miles, then through Ashland City to Montgomery Bell State park, 50 miles,. From there we will go to Hohenwald via the Ride Across Tennessee route, 62 miles, then back up the Natchez Trace Parkway to the Loveless Cafe. We will stay In motels and forage as we go, otherwise known as credit card touring.

All Fogbees and anyone else up the treat of lunch in such places Ashland city's Riverview Restaurant should consider joining us for some or all of the ride. Let me know if you are interested and we can discuss details. I hope to get him on our Thursday ride on July 30th.
Bruce

Sumner County Planning - June 2009

This information was prepared to keep you informed of the comprehensive planning process and activities of the Sumner County Planning & Zoning Department.

In this issue:

* 2035 Comprehensive Plan update
* Local transportation projects receive stimulus funds
* County applies for EPA technical assistance
* Flood Insurance Rate Maps updated
* Tweet! Stay informed through new Twitter site
* Upcoming meetings
* Did you know?

The GREAT Greenway Tour - July 11'th.

Click here plan & pictures.

10th annual XTERRA Lock 4 Blast - Saturday 18th

On Saturday the 18th, Bikers Choice is hosting its 10th annual XTERRA Lock 4 Blast. It will include both team and individual categories. The course will be an 880meter swim, with a 12mile bike, and a 4.2 mile trail run. Registration for the XTERRA is available at this link Clubsonline or the last chance registration will be Friday evening from 5pm-7pm. Please email if you have any questions.
David Hardin

17th annual Lock 4 MTB Challenge - Sunday 19th

On Sunday the 19^th will be the 17^th annual Lock 4 MTB Challenge. 1, 2, and 3 lap races for beginners through experts. A kids race for 10 and under will participate in a short 1.5 mile race. Registration for the Mountain bike race will be held the day of with registration open until 30minutes before race time.
David Hardin

Tour de Hilton Head

Greetings from Hilton Head Island, the Cannonball is recuperating gradually as he looks out upon the undulating, sea oat enshrouded dunes facing the Atlantic Ocean. With frozen daiquiri in one hand and stogie in the other, he contemplates his biking future while relishing thoughts of returning to the FOGBEES fold.

I've been using the pool for real therapy and can now climb steps with greater ease. According to Dr. Elrod, my orthopedist, I'm still a few weeks away from cycling on the open road. I'll test out the spin bikes at the Y before venturing out on the peninsula back in Hendersonville.

On the upside I've had the leisurely capacity to watch the live telecast of each stage of the Tour de France while sequestered in my vacation condo at Palmetto Dunes. How 'bout that Lance !?! He's my inspiration ( on a more sublime level ) as he just missed getting the yellow jersey by 0.22 seconds yesterday. Watching the breakaways and echelons in the crosswind driven early stages has been exciting. Kind of reminds me of coming back from Thomas Drugs earlier this year with Doug, Jennifer, and I drafting one another to survive the wind swept Highland Rim along Cross Plains Road.

Keep the roads warm 'til I can once again enjoy your camaraderie.

BBQ Ride

Thanks to all the Fogbees that came out in the heat to ride today (17 of you I believe). It was a pleasure to share some of my favorite roads with my favorite riders. Hope to see you all again soon.

-Christy

MPO - Bik/Ped Counts (Sumner/Davidson)

Good Afternoon -

As part of the MPO Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Study, we will be conducting bicycle and pedestrian counts on September 8th (rain date Sept. 10th). These dates correspond with a national bicycle and pedestrian count effort being coordinated by the Bicycle and Pedestrian Council of ITE (Institute of Transportation Engineers). This effort has been ongoing since 2004 and data has been collected by over 90 communities across the U.S.

In order to prepare for the event, we would like to get input from you on 3 locations in each county (10 for Davidson) to conduct counts. We would like to focus mainly on easy wins - areas where we know we will see bicyclists and pedestrians. However, we would also like to make sure that we include at least one area in each County where the infrastructure and/or bicyclists/pedestrians aren't there yet, but may be in the future. For example, the Madison area may see an increase of bikes/peds in the future in response to redevelopment tied to the new Madison SP plan. Also, there are areas like Nolensville Road where the infrastructure is absent, but there are many bicyclists and pedestrians regardless.

We are in the process of identifying locations for each county, but we wanted to give you a chance to provide your input on where the counts should take place.

Finally, we may need your help recruiting volunteers for this effort. Each count will take 2 volunteers per location (1 for the 7am-9am shift and 1 for the 4pm-6pm shift). So for 3 locations, you will need 6 people.

Our hope is that we will be able to conduct these counts at the same locations on an annual basis so that we can collect trend data. Please respond by Friday, June 26th with your ideas for possible locations and any volunteers you would like us to contact.

Thank you,
Leslie A. Meehan, MPA; Nashville Area MPO, 615-862-7211, www.nashvillempo.org

PLEASE COMMENT ON LOCATIONS & VOLUNTEERS

Phil's Surgery

Today is Phil's surgery on his knee. To wish him well, Gary has prepared a JibJag Best Wishes, which he has asked us to post. You can view it by clicking on the following link.

http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/apllwom38FMCGraZ8yCT

JUST SOME THOUGHTS

I wanted to congratulate all the Fogbee riders (my count was 17 riders) who participated in Bruce's Castalian Springs ride yesterday. It was the hottest day I can ever remember riding on and it was pure torture/pleasure. There were mostly lite/medium riders and I was very impressed on how well the group rode. You all did great. Having everyone at Big Looy"s water hole at the end of the ride showed the camaraderie that the Fogbees are well known for. Good job everyone and Happy Fathers day.

Do You See the "Butt-erfly" ?

Thank you for the many heartfelt inquiries about my health and well being. Being the Cannonball, a fall here and there is of little consequence. Unfortunately, the knee I've been nursing and complaining about for the past 6-8 weeks has proven my undoing. I'm scheduled for arthroscopic surgery next Wed. at 3:30 p.m. with Dr. Burton Elrod ( Titans team doc...jealous Doug ? ) at Baptist Hospital.

Three to four weeks post op I should be able to spin once again if all goes well. Wish me luck and keep the beer cold !

Happy Father's Day from GARY

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Thanks to GARY For Party

Gary threw another great party providing great entertainment and BBQ from Shane's. Most of the 24 cyclists that rode with us to Thomas Drug store made an appearance along with Phil and KJ who crashed earlier that day. The lumps on Phil's head, neck, and hip didn't hinder his dancing, whereas the other FOGBEES, except for Gary & his limitless energy, seemed dazed and not much in the dancing mood. My excuse? As Bryan asked me earlier in the day "What was it like talking with Mozart and Bach?" Gary's choice of music wasn't from my century.

All that dancing did in ole Phil (aka Busted Spoke) - his knee has swollen so bad he is now having an MRI on it at Baptist Sports Medicine.

UPDATE (6/17/09): Phil has torn his knee up bad enough to require surgery in the next week (appox). He won't be peddaling for the rest of the summer.

Biker Humor

I don't think this guy has what it takes to be a Fogbee

FOGBEE Party Time - June 13'th

Reminder

One of the strengths that make the FOGBEES different from any Cycling Club is the comradery built in the social gatherings after the ride. As you plan your rides please don't forget to include that major part. FOGBEES also have a club house. Doug & Gary and talked with Valery at BL to open early for our "Club Meetings." Who knows. This part has led to weddings.

Wedding Photos

On last week’s ride we were reminded we never posted any wedding pictures. Here are a few of the better ones. Thank you all for keeping us in your thoughts and for your well wishes.

FOGBEE Tandems

New FOGBEE Chapter?

Ed, need help? Give me a shout. Drums, PA

Anyone for the Silver Comet and the Chief Ladiga July 17, 18, 19

All, This is a ride we have discussed for several years. I have personally ridden the Silver Comet and it is a great trail ride complete with a through the mountain tunnel at mile 31 (right in the middle.) We would drive to Anniston AL on Friday and ride on Saturday. What I want to propose is a touring ride of various distance. The full ride would consist of the Chief Ladiga trail of 33 miles that meets the Silver Comet for another 63 miles, or a ride of 96 miles. The Comet has some off rail trail near the Alabama border with some hills, which would be early in the ride, After that the Comet is fairly flat with minor grades. With this mileage and the potential heat of July, we would start early, take our time and enjoy the trail. For riders not wanting the full Monte, we could have drop off rides like the full Comet (there is a drop off a mile up from the border for 62 miles. For an even lighter ride there are several towns the trail passes through or near for additional drop offs. The ride would terminate in Smyrna GA at mile 0. We would have to have drivers from Anniston to Smryna. We would try to arrange some fun for the drivers while we are riding, and I would arrange a Saturday night outing in the Atlanta area and try to get a group rate at a decent area hotel. Marsha and I would probably bow out after dinner and go to Canton GA to visit our daughter and new grandbaby. Here are the web links, and I would like some feedback on interest. The Comet is a great trail experience!

http://www.silvercometga.com/

http://www.chiefladiga.com/