Calvin's Challenge

The intrepid Fogbee Ultra Marathon Cycling Team completed the 12 hours of Calvin's Challenge in SPringfield, OH. In the early post-finish grin phase, shortly replaced with the ibuprofen phase.

Bike Riders get no respect....

A California cyclist and a friend are hit by a car and the driver speeds away! The driver claims(much later) that his car was stolen. Check out the video begining at 2 minutes

 

The "nomadic" FOGBEES saw pastoral scenes both on and off the prescribed route, with ORLINDA becoming somewhat a "groundhog day" experience for Sarah, Kay, and David

Follow the Yellowbrick road !

Our Stateline trek was every bit as good as Bryan made it out to be. At times we felt like Dorothy trying to find the best way to the Emerald City.

Iphone Cycling/Map Option - Garmin Alternative

Here is a good option for those who like to have map funtions but dont want to buy a pricey Garmin. On the iPhone, you can use RidewithGPS or Garmin data (GPX files) and open it on the iPhone with a program called: MotionX-GPS (.99 cents on itunes).  A good alternate to a Garmin!

Here is how it works:
(1) Get the program (Duh) and install it.
(2) Downloaded the RidewithGPS .gpx file of a route that you want to do to your desktop
(3) Email that to yourself where you can pull it up and see it on your iPhone email program
(4) Open that email on your iPhone
(5) You will see the attachment, that should also have the MotionX Icon next to it
(6) Click on it and it will look like a bunch of numbers, but in the upper right corner of the iPhone, will have a little arrow box that, when you press it, states, Open in MotionX-GPS.
(7) Do that...now!
(8) MotionX-GPS will open and you will see an import button, press that (Duh Duh)
(9) Once that completes, press Menu, then Tracks, then Import and you will see your file.
(10) Select that and your route will pop up

Now in MotionX-GPS, you can select different map types, colors, different modes of transportation, etc... even has a built in photo and share button to take pics along the way and tag/send it to as a part of a route.

The program also allows you to drag and drop .GPX files into itunes, which has less steps than above. The directions for that can be found inside the MotionX program.

Within the program, you can record all the normal data, speed, pace, elevations, etc... plus mark waypoints, email your wherabouts with a few touches, take pics, tons of stuff. Can be also be linked to Facebook, Twitter, Email, etc.. linked to other riders with it...
I dont have some of the other gadgets, but can also be compatible with certain heartrate monitors and such...

For what is is worth (.99 cents) it seems like a good alternative to a garmin, but will work your battery a bit.
If you dont have an iPhone; One... you are not cool... two...sorry!

Demetrius

SMALL BIKE PARTS

I came across this site today that looks to be useful for finding unusual components and repairs parts, especially if you have a vintage bike.

http://www.loosescrews.com

Harpeth Bike Club Skills Clinic

This clinic is worth the price of a year's  membership.

REMINDER --- Paceline/Cornering/Contact Skills Clinic - April 29 The HBC is offering the first of our skills clinics for this season: Paceline/Cornering/Contact Skills Clinic -- April 29 Ravenwood High School, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm There will not be a Pancake Ride on April 29; members are encouraged to attend the clinic instead. After the clinic, at 12:00 noon, we will have a club ride for participants in the Clinic and anyone else who is interested. This clinic is a "must" for all HBC members, even if you have been cycling for many years. We guarantee there will be several "a - ha" moments. Understanding the dynamics of group riding is essential to promoting safe cycling opportunities . . . which is what the HBC is all about! The clinic will be held on the parking lot.  Most of the time will be spent on practicing skills.  All you need to bring is your bike! Please let us know if you plan to attend by emailing Phil Scharre, HBC VP, at pscharre@comcast.net There are three parts to the clinic: Cornering Skills: We discuss steer vs counter-steer, proper weight placement, looking through the turn, single rider apex, and touch on apex relative to others in a group. We do drills focusing on each aspect of what we discuss and share thoughts and experiences. The purpose is to put terminology to concepts that people are already practicing so that improvement can be made easier. Contact Skills: Do you get nervous or feel uncomfortable when you find yourself surrounded by other riders during a group ride? Do you know how to react when you have riders on both sides and you encounter pot holes or even worse, the dreaded “road kill” in your lane? The class is designed to build your confidence in group riding. The clinic will teach skills and conduct exercises and drills that we guarantee will make your group riding safer and more enjoyable. Paceline Skills: New to paceline riding? It’s great fun, and lets you ride farther and faster with less work. Done well, it’s poetry in motion. Done badly, it’s nerve-racking and can be dangerous. Pacelines do have some inherent danger and require communication among the riders. The riders have to be confident that the others in the group will communicate well and ride safely. There are three essential characteristics of safe paceline riding: be smooth, be predictable, and be courteous. While several HBC members will serve as instructors, we can always use more folks. If you have significant experience and skills in one or more of these three areas, your participation will be welcomed. We plan to offer additional clinics throughout the year. HBC clinics are open to club members only. This clinic is not intended for beginner cyclists. We will hold clinics for beginners in the near future.

Message from Pedal for Paws

Dear Riders,
Once again, lesson learned! You just can't mess with Mother Nature , can you?  We are so sorry that, due to weather, the Pedals For Paws supported ride did not go on as planned . We are also aware that some of you would have ridden- no matter what- and some did! Several arrived as planned and decided to just take a "practice" ride on the fun and scenic route Curtis had for you today.

Light For Sale

If anyone has been wanting to join in on the night time riding, but doesn't have a light that is bright enough, I have recently purchased a Schmidt Dynamo hub and have an extra powerful battery light I am about to part with. Before I list it on Ebay, I thought I would see if any of the group would have a need for it. It is a Night Rider Minewt 600 cordless light. This Li Ion battery charged light features 600 lumens for 1.5 hours on high all the way to 30 hours of 40 lumens on low. Absolutely a super bright light that would be perfect for anyone riding the Monday or Wednesday night rides. Amazon sells this light new for $127 and I would let it go for $80. Used for about 6 months and comes with the USB charging cord. Shoot me an email at bkortness@comcast.net if you would like to see it.

Good Websites for Cycling Stuff

http://www.chainlove.com/
http://www.steepandcheap.com/
http://www.hucknroll.com/
http://www.backcountry.com/
http://www.pricepoint.com/
http://www.theclymb.com/
https://www.leftlanesports.com/

Many of you already know some of these, but these are some of my favs for gauking, drooling, and dreaming about cool cycling/outdoor stuff. Some sites have pretty good deals that you can purchase for your significant other, which will then lead to him/her allowing you to ride more often!

One Original FOGBEE "LG" Jersey Available

We have found one of the original LG Jersey's short sleeve, new, still with tags.  Size is LG. Owner  will part with it for $60.  First one to give me cash will get the Jersey.  Doug D

Bike Month in Nashville

Like to ride your bike? Like to ride in Nashville?  Then check out this calendar for a whole list of biking events in our area during Bike Month.

Also, Governor Haslam proclaims MAY as Bike Month in Tennessee (click the link on the Bike Walk Tennessee website homepage).

Saturday SSNA Benefit

If you are riding the SSNA benefit on saturday, we found that you cannot rely on the ridewithgps cue sheets or the GPS download. On the website for the ride,(link in the title above) we have the correct cuesheets for each ride. We leave the civic center at 9 a.m. saturday. Thank you Bob G for the help in laying out the course.

cjm

Next Big Event - the Silver Comet

Great turn out for Spring Greenway Ride.  Now it's time to make ready for the Spring Over-night in Atlanta GA and the Silver Comet Ride.  Doug is trying to plan transportation for everyone, but he needs your help in confirming your plans.
. . I have summarize everyone's comments on a spreadsheet.  (See Participants on the Silver Comet page on our website).  Please verify we haven't accidentally left you off or maybe added you.
. . Many have personal contacts in Atlanta and plan to stay with them and visit with them rather than join in Fogbee group meals and excursions.  Please send an email to Fogbees@gmail.com and let us know if you and guests want to be included in Fogbee Group plans for Friday evening (dinner), Saturday afternoon (excursion), and Saturday evening (dinner).

New DJ Tool for Gary Williams

Here is the new dj setup Gary will be using...Controlled by his bicycle. Pretty cool stuff!

Tennessee's First Bike Summit

The inaugural Tennessee Bike Summit will be held in Chattanooga, May 2-4.  Transportation officials, government leaders, planners, engineers, public health officials,  advocates, and others, are invited to attend to join the discussion on transportation, people, and places. 

There is no fee to attend the Summit, but registration is required.  Visit www.tnbikesummit.org for complete information.

The 2012 Tennessee Bike Summit will serve as an opportunity to share successes, challenges, and strategies for moving Tennessee forward as a bicycle-friendly state. Join us for exciting sessions and mobile workshops!

April 21 SSNA Benefit Ride in Gallatin

A few of us rode the long course this past saturday and the roads are great except for some potholes on a mile stretch of Macedonia Rd. The climb up Rock House on the 60 mile ride
is a Cardio Challenge. We did see 2 dogs for 3 hours of pedaling. Not too bad... If you have
some ideas for the Rest Stops please post a comment. In addition to the rest stops there
are 3 markets on the long route and 1 on the short route. I hope to see alot of Fogbee Shirts
during the ride. Following the ride I know a bunch of us are heading to Dos Margarits in
Gallatin, across from the Ford Dealer.

Monday Night Record!

We're not quite up to the Saturday AM ride total, but we had 9 riders this week for the Monday night ramble.

Come join us some time for a great recovery ride and some pretty good pizza afterward.

Thanks to all who joined.

WOW! What a CROWD!

Congrats to the Fogbees Cyle Club and all the riders who rode today. We had 41 riders participate in the Lite/Medium and High test rides! We actully had 43 riders bc Eddie and Christy rode from Springfield and met us in Cross Plains at the Drug store. Truely an amazing turnout and a great ride. I can proudly say I finally stayed with my mentor Mr. Miley (except for a hill or two). It was also great to see the Pennsylyvania Pavement Pounder back in town-Ed.....

Aggressive Driver Problem in White House

Today, Leslie Kortness was out on a solo bike ride starting up in the White House area and when she was coming by the police station on Tyree Springs a person in an older model blue pickup truck loaded with garbage threw a full water bottle and hit her in the back. She has a fairly large bruise on her back but was able to maintain her balance on the bike. She was not able to get a license plate or a model of the truck but we wanted all the Fogbees to keep a watchful eye out for this person.

We have filed a police report on this situation and with her not being able to get a good description of the vehicle, there is little chance that this person will be caught. We want all the Fogbee riders to be aware and if a similar situation occurs, make sure to file a police report.

Introducing the "NASHVILLE RUMBLE BEEZ"

As many know I'm an avid hockey player. This April I will be taking a Nashville team to play in the annual Tampa Florida Over 50 Nationals Ice Hockey Tournament that I have played in for the last 6 years. With the blessings of the "Godfather" of the Fogbees I created the team Jersey for our hockey team. What do you think? There is also a white Jersey. Several Fogbees have already asked if they could buy one! (this is possible and the price would be reasonable but I really had not thought about it until I was asked about it) I love the look and can't wait to see the whole team in the Jerseys. I also think these colors would be great for an alternative bike jersey for the Fogbees. :)

THREE DAYS LEFT - Save on Registration

Haven't decided on doing ride? Don't need to make that decision today. Make a small $10 gift to Cystic Fibrosis and help us reach
30 people registered by end of March 
for the
2012 Cystic Fibrosis Ride for Life .

CLICK HERE

Registration is only $10 this month and won't be lower.  DO IT NOW!

THREE NEW ROUTES and SPECIAL POST RIDE PARTY and AWARDS

It's not going to get better.

REGISTER WITH YOUR FOGBEE TEAM

If you rode last year, use your ID and PW from 2011.

Silver Comet Spring Ride Hotel & Reservations Update

UPDATE Silver Comet May 4 and 5:

So Far, we have commitments from Bob, Gary and Cindy, Doug and Marsha, Tom and Sharyn, Bruce and Wilma, Christy and Eddie - Please post if you are going I have a 10 room block but can possibly increase it. So Far 6 rooms gone.

Riders,
The Siver Comet Ride will be Saturday May 5. We will be Staying in Atlanta Friday May 4 and traveling outbound by car to the trail head(s) and riding back to Atlanta. Saturday we will try to arrange a group dinner at a good restaurant in the area. Hotel is the Hampton Inn- Atlanta Galleria. $89 King plus tax (total is $101.50/night) Two Doubles $99 plus tax. Book your May 4&5 reservations at 770-955-1110. The 3 letter booking code is FOG. All reservations must be booked by April 20 on our block of rooms. All cancelations must be made 24 hours in advance for full refund. More ride details to follow based on participation. Please post your intentions as I need to arrange transport to the trailhead.

Harpeth River Ride - June 2nd

The Harpeth River Ride is the largest and most popular bike ride in the area and it DOES sell out as several FOGBEES found out the hard way last year.

Harpeth River Ride Registration Is Now Open

Registration is open to the first 1500 riders.

Please Register Early !  2011 was sold out.

Click Here to Register!

Lower Station Camp Creek Cleanup

I just wanted to touch base before the cleanup this Saturday.  The forecast looks ok, not great; so be sure to check our Facebook page in case of a wash out.  Click Here for Blog Thread

I have attached waiver forms from the County and City.  If kids could get their parents to sign ahead of time that would be great.  

Please let me know tentative numbers on your groups so we can make sure to have plenty of supplies.  We've had lots of interest this year.  Thank you all for getting the word out and of course your participation.  Looking forward to it.

Thank you,

Amy Young Scott, Long Hollow Gardens & Nursery

(615)207-9697

www.LongHollowGardens.com

Tennessee's First Bike Summit

We're having the FIRST ever Tennessee Bike Summit in Chattanooga on May 2-4.  Please click here for more information.

Registration is now available.

There is no charge to attend the conference, but registration is required. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TNBSregistration

Conference schedule and program will be confirmed soon. 

Triathlon - may 19'th

May 19th - Lebanon, TN - just east of Metro Nashville - this popular sprint triathlon is held at the beautiful Cedars of Lebanon State Park, about 35 miles outside of downtown Nashville. The swim takes place in the newly resurfaced first olympic size outdoor pool in the Nashville area, more than 30 years old! The park setting is beautiful and the support from park staff and the Friends of Cedars volunteers is the great. Be sure to register early as this race sells out each year.

Race Distances - 200 yd swim / 10 mi bike / 2 mi run
REGISTER INFO

New Membership Enrollment Form

The BLOG now has an ONLINE membership enrollment form.  Click on the JOIN US page and scroll down to the bottom of the page.  Upon confirmation of the membership data we will send new enrollees an invitation to contribute on the BLOG.  We post to the membership list (with a download of the MailChimp list) about once a month, so it may take a little longer for their name to appear there.

Spring Over-Nighter - May 5'th

Doug is pulling together the Spring Over-nighter on the Silver Comet.  Click here for his webpage summarizing the planning.  He needs your input.  Please HELP by reviewing his plans on the website and commenting to his FOUR questions on this blog post.

Jersey Order

TIME IS RUNNING OUT

I am going to put together a jersey order with the help of Doug Depew. We will place this order on March 10th this means we will need you size, style and MONEY before March 10th. We will not be able to add any jerseys after the deadline. So if you would like to order please get a check to Doug Depew or Myself before March 10th. The pricing is below and there is more information available on The Fogbees Web Site.

Please make Checks Payable to Bob Glutting or Doug Depew.

Jerseys: Sleeveless $41, Short Sleeve $41, Long Sleeve $52
Trisuite: $78 each

Cystic Fibrosis Cycle for Life Committee Meeting

Our FIRST Planning Committee meeting is on Sunday March 11'th at 2PM in Gary's office.  We have all kinds of new stuff in the works for 2012: new routes with a 15-miler and easier 65-miler, new Rest Stops added in Westmoreland and Castalian Springs, new Executive Director Tiffany Kerns, new BIG party ideas, and most important YOUR new ideas.  JOIN THE COMMITTEE AND HELP with the FOGBEE co-sponsored event.

Silver Comet Spring Ride - Comments Please

We are trying to pull off an out of town ride down the Chief Ladiga and Silver Comet Trail. The tentative date is May 5. We would travel to the Jackson or Anniston Alabama area on Friday the 4th and stay overnight. We will plan Ride Drops to vary the mileage.

The big Kahuna (Full Ladiga and Comet) would range in the 90 - 95 mile range, an all day affair. If you want to do just the Silver Comet 62 Miles, we would arrange a drop off at the Alabama/Georgia Border where you can go back a mile to the border then ride the comet. The short ride would be in the 40 to 45 mile from the lunch stop. See Bruces comment as that is a race weekend in Alabama. We can work around this by starting in Atlanta and riding out. We can arrange out and backs or I know I can get a couple drivers to pick us up along the trail varying the mileage. We can limit it to just the Comet and not get into the race mess. Just different logistics.

45 miles of the Comet are reasonably flat while there are hills where it goes off the railbed. I have not rident the Chief. In any event we would take our time and have a lunch stop at one of the towns along the trail, ending up in the Atlanta area at a hotel near the trail. As always we will try to plan daytime activities for the non riding spouses/significant others.

Please comment 1.) If you are interested in riding 2.) If so how many miles 3.) If your spouse or significant other will be joining to ride or for other activities.

Say It's not SO!

In my never ending quest to keep the "Ole" FogBees informed how OLD we are I sadly note the passing of ROBERT SHERMAN. Who is Mr. Sherman you ask? Just one of the greatest songwriters of the FogBee era. From the most played song in the world titled "It's a small world after all", to songs from the Disney movie, "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" and "The Jungle Book", Mr. Sherman was a master lyricist. BUT my favorite song of his was this-(please watch and enjoy)..( just press the you tube link and play it) Goodbye Mr. Sherman!

Thanks to the Fogbee Spinners

With the better weather and longer days of sunlight I am personally ending the 4th year of Spinning at the YMCA. With over 40 spin sessions since late November I'd say it was a success. Thanks to the loyal Fogbee Spinners who took the time to participate. It was good exercise and great friendship. See you on the road to better health.

Where's Andrew?

Bryan Kortness and I braved the tornadoes, and wind and cold to ride the 220K brevet from Shelbyville, KY based on Andrew's persistent talking up this event.  So with 31 riders there, we expected to see one familiar happy face, but he was a definite MIA.

Andrew, you missed a good one!

So I HAVE TO POST THIS TRIBUTE :(

IF YOU ARE A BABY BOOMER THEN YOU CAN'T EVER FORGET THE MONKEYS. So long Davy Jones. You died too young. I loved this song as a kid. Press the "Watch on Youtube" to get the song from youtube.

Biker Wisdom