A perfect 10

What a trip the Red Boiling Springs two day ride was. It was probably one of the best (of the many overnighters) that I have ever been on. Congrats to Ed, Phil, Sarah, Demetrius, John, Doug, Janice, Kay, Bruce, Andrew and Mike on the ride. I logged 115 miles over two days. The scenic back roads were beautiful but tough. The Armours Bed and Breakfast was out of this world. They treated us like royalty and cooked a  huge dinner on Saturday night and a giant breakfast this morning. Last night we were treated to a big bon fire and we all sat around it and told stories and laughed for hours. Bruce even gave us an evolutionary history of the Fogbees! I'm already looking forward to next years RBS ride. It's one of the ways it makes being a Fogbee special.

Frolic Follow-Up

Three of us had an absolutely amazing ride today.  We all agreed it was a really fantastic century route (one of the best we have ever done), which was very fortunate since none of us had rode the majority of the roads.  I am re-posting it here so that other Fogbees can take advantage of the wonderful pavement we explored.  Since there was interest from some other rides who could not make it this time around, keep your eyes on the blog because we will be doing it again :)  If you have ever considered a self-supported century come along next time and you won't regret it...it really was beautiful!

RBS riders, let us all relish in the post-ride-beer-and-endorphins high!

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1823065

Note: we went by some wonderful horse farms in KY and were lucky enough to grab a ride on one special pony.

Sunday Oct 21 - Fogbee Fall Frolic

With the fantastic weather and beautiful fall colors, there couldn't be a better weekend for a century.  For all of those not going on the RBS trip, come out for a great 100 mile ride leaving from White House and going up through Franklin, then back along a great strech of road from one of our past weekend rides.  "Red Boiling Springs Road" is part of the route...coicidence or not?  Start time is 9am (hopefully it has warmed up a bit by then so we don't have to start off budled then carry the warmer clothes the rest of the day).  Meeting spot is at the greenway across from De La Paz Mexican restaurant in White House, and yes that means post-ride margaritas.

Post if you would like to come, it should be fun!

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1823065

Grand Opening of Station Camp Greenway

Grand opening of Phase 1 of the Station Camp Greenway is on Thursday Oct 25'th at 2PM.  The event will occur next to the Douglass-Clark House, adjacent to the creek side at Station Camp subdivision and is open to the public.

Also last Thursday, Hendersonville City leaders broke ground for the Hendersonville Bike/Ped Trail. It runs along the eastern side of Drakes Creek from Gallatin Rd to Mallard Point Park.  Fred Rogers has promises to sign roads from here to Sanders Ferry Rd based on our recommendations.

The Drakes Creek Greenway and the eventual linkage from Hendersonville Greenway Network to the Station Camp Greenway are part of the Bike/Ped Master Plan members of the 2005 Hendersonville Tomorrow Sub-committee for Bike and Pedestrian Plans submitted to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

Cycle For Life Sweep

We need one more volunteer for the Fogbee Sponsored Cystic Fibrosis Cycle for Life Ride on Saturday October 27, 2012.  We need someone to sweep the 62 mile route.  It mainly involves collecting tired or broken down cyclists and transporting them to the next rest stop.   This is a perfect opportunity to do a pleasant ride in the Fall colors while potentially rescuing a fellow Fogbee.  If you can do it. please post below.

Red Boiling Springs Massage and Mineral Bath

Just talked with Dennis Emery to confirm details.  Like  supper will be at 5 pm. He reminded me that Armour's has a mineral bath, the only one remaining from the feature that made Red Boiling Springs a tourist spot and a masseuse.  His note below describes the service.

"Thought I'd mention that if anyone would like a massage on Saturday after the ride up here, we can have a masseuse available Saturday afternoon and evening to do massages in one of two manners:

 

She can either do a regular full 1-Hour massage (@ $79) in our SPA ... or we can have her bring her professional massage chair and she can do chair massages at the rate of $1 per minute (usually 15 to 20 minute massages) + any gratuity if so inclined.  No taxes on massages."

 

Anyone interested in the mineral bath or massage please call Armour's 615-699-2180 or email armourshotel@yahoo.com

He also still has rooms so those waiting to check on the weather, which should be great, can still go and stay at Armour's.

 

Happy Halloween with the Annual Fogbee Party

Sat, October 27th at 7:30 pm at the GlenOaks ClubHouse. 101 Agee Circle East, Hendersonville, Tn.
In conjunction with the CF ride to Cure Cystic Fibrosis earlier that day. Come and party with the Fogbees and friends. Bring a dish or refreshments and get ready to have a great Halloween.
(Note: this video shot at Studio B...any resemblence to any Fogbees, or there spouse, is purely a coincidence..)

Red Boiling Springs Roundup

Only five more days until Red Boiling Springs Ride.  The last RBS was an awesome summer ride.  This time the trees should be in full color about the time we ride.  Our first ride was this time of year and our award winning Fogbee photographer, Ed Thomas, took a picture on this ride that was selected from hundreds, maybe thousands, of submissions by Adventure Cycling to represent the beauty of cycling in Tennessee.  Still time for you to make this your signature fall ride.  The weather is now predicted to be just gorgeous and perfect temperatures for cycling. This is a tour so no one will be dropped.

Amour's (615) 699-2180  still had a few rooms open on my last check so call now and get your reservation in. They have only a 24 hr cancellation policy so you can back out if one of those life changing events occurs between now and then. Dinner is family style, pass the plates, and very tasty!! Sign up for dinner!!

Start time for the long ride is 8:30am from Sams, Meeting at 8:00 to 8:15.  Short riders should be in Hartsville at 11:00am where we will have lunch then leave after lunch.  Here's a roster of participants by my count.  If this is not correct by either omission or commission, let me know. Also, review the overall plan by clicking on the Red Boiling Springs link under "Major Events" (please note the time changes in this post prevail over the website) and if you have questions or suggestions let me know.  Post here or email me at bruceeday at gmail dot com
Day 1 long route
Day 2 long route
Day 1 short route
Day 2 Short route
You can print cues directly from Ride With GPS from the left panel.
Riders cycling from White House and Gallatin are will meet the main group at Cambridge market at coner of Long Hollow and Buckingham at 9:00 am.

Last trip the Emery's had a cooler of refreshing beverages ready on our arrival. Dennis drove all over the Cumberland Plateau looking for Yazoo beer since he had heard we liked it. This trip Marsha will be taking a cooler stocked  with our favorites. How will she know your favorite?  You'll need to provide a generous sample, say enough to supply you for an afternoon. Marsha will pick up your beverages at Sam's at the start of the ride. (Marsha will bring a bucket of Margaritas and some Miller Lite to share).

Click the more link for lists.

Oktoberfest/Gerst Haus Ride - Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012

Slight change to the ride for Saturday.   Riding from and attending Oktoberfest in Germantown is not practical.  As such, in order to keep with the theme of Oktoberfest, we will ride from the Gerst Haus followed by German food and German beer.   We will leave the Gerst Haus at 9:00AM and ride the Nashville Greenways.

There is a parking lot across the street from the Gerst next to Shoney's where you can park.

See you there,

Mike and Sherry

It's the FOGBEE HALLOWEEN PARTY!!

It's time for the Annual Fogbee Great Pumpkin Party! It's at our usual Haunted Glen Oaks Clubhouse across the street from Hendersonville Hospital (101 Agee Circle East). The Party is after the Fogbee endorsed CF ride on October 27, 2012 at 7:30 pm so you can cycle in the beauty of Northern Middle Tennessee in the morning and celebrate that evening. Bring a dish if you can, relax with friends and dance to the tunes of DJ Draftmaster! Any help is appreciated. You can call Gary at 943-2606 if you want to help plan, decorate or add a fun idea to the party. Invite any friends you would like whether they cycle or not. See you there!

Lost Pump

Did anyone happen to find a Topeak frame pump behind Sam's Tuesday night?

Ed

Pedaling for the Pack this Saturday in Hartsville

Missed the registration deadline for the 840 Gran Fondo? Here's another fine option closer to home. The Cub Scouts in Hartsville are holding a benefit ride Saturday with excellent 33 and 62 mile routes starting at 8 AM from the Hartsville City Park.  This will be my first year for this ride and I'm expecting it to be a low key affair. The 33 mile is scenic yet pretty flat, staying in the basin, while the 62 mile adds the Harmony Road climb to Drury Ridge to the Ford Branch descent, followed by the Pumpkin Branch climb - Sweet! Only $20. Details at http://pack122hartsville.scoutlander.com, go to Upcoming Events.

Nice Video

Who says carbon bikes can't take abuse?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZmJtYaUTa0

Wind Map

Yet another resource when planning your rides.  It is a bit simplistic. As we all know, In Sumner Country you always have a headwind.
http://hint.fm/wind/

Another Jack in the books..

It's time for the Jack

Oh boy it's my fifth time riding the Jack n Back and it looks to be cold and rainy and I can't wait. Hopefully, the storms will pass before the 7:30 am ride time. Looking forward to seeing my Fogbee friends that are cycling tomorrow.

Help the Alliance

This month for each bike trip you log on the 2 Mile Challenge, Clif Bar will donate $1 to the Alliance for Biking & Walking. The clock is already ticking, and to reach our ambitious goal of 10,000 trips in October, we need your help!

Go to 2MileChallenge.com, create a profile, and start logging your trips by bike. You can even download the BikeBrain app to keep track of your trips.

It's an easy way to support the Alliance and state (think Bike Walk Tennessee) and local advocacy organizations.

We're not asking you for a dime, just some good old fashioned pedal power. Thanks for your support!

Sincerely,

Jeffrey Miller - President / CEO

Jack 'n' Back - Oct. 6 & 7

MS Society's Bike to Jack and Back is an annual highlight for the Fogbees, thanks to Monsieur Cannonball's efforts as team leader for several years.  If you're not familiar with Jack 'n' Back, click on the link above to see what makes this 2-day ride a great event, the donation requirements and how to register. In addition they offer great fundraising tools and strategies. If you have questions, please post or contact me, and if you register for the ride be sure to sign up as a member of the Fogbee team.

For those familiar with Jack 'n' Back, the ride this year will have some key changes...

• One day ride option on Saturday - Didn't think you could ride due to a conflict on Sunday? No problem - you may arrange your own transportation back to Franklin or, for an additional $20 registration fee, a charter bus will take you back.
• 2 time slots for the dinner and party "On the Hill": 5-6:30 or 7-8:30. The number of riders has exceeded the capacity of Jack Daniel's hilltop venue, so you will need to designate which time you will attend. After you have registered, email lauren.looser@nmss.org with your choice.  I believe everyone already signed up on the Fogbee team has selected the early slot.

Please consider joining us for this ride to help a great cause and check back here from time to time, as I'll update this post over the several weeks with updates on ride preparation, accommodations, logistics, etc.

840 Grand Fondo

Join Governor Haslam and Commissioner Shroer as they celebrate the opening of SR 840 on October 13'th with a BIKE FESTIVAL.  CLICK HERE for all the details.  This ONE TIME event has

• A fully timed course with a King of the Mountain timed section.
• Fresh asphalt on a new major roadway legally closed for cyclist only!
• Fully staffed and stocked rest stops by Whole Foods Market.
• 840 Fondo Festival gift bag & commemorative t-shirt
• Post-ride meal & social with music in Historic Leipers Fork.

Red Boiling Springs Reminder.

Only 4 rooms left at the most excellent Armour's hotel and those will soon be released to the general public. Call (615) 699-2180 now to assure you will be with the group.

Also, folks planning to ride the shorter route by parking in Hartsville please let Bruce Day or Doug Depew know. In the past we've been allowed to park in the police lot (can't get safer than that) but so far no one has stated a need  so no arrangements for that have yet been made.

Turtle Sked

. . Janice is on my case to post upcoming Turtle Rides.  Bruce has some words of wisdom about early success being its own worst enemy, but I can't remember them.  (Yes, we did spot the obligatory turtle last Saturday, but you can see from Janice's photo, that she stepped on it).
. . I am not going to be able to lead anything until November so I encourage others to take charge and keep it going.
Saturday 9/29: 30-miler on the BRASS (Janice & Tom lead Turtle Version on 31-miler starting at 8:30 - See registration info) 
Saturday 10/6 (J 'n B weekend): Bob_G leads the Milkshake Ride see post.
Saturday 10/13: I suggest you do 840 Fondo
Saturday 10/20 (RBS Overnighter):  This thing is special, I highly recommend it.
Saturday 10/27: CF Ride For Life, (Bruce & Phil lead Turtle Version on 65-miler starting at 9:15 - See registration info) Fogbees are a co-sponsor. Plus GARY"s BIG PARTY

FOGBEES Jerseys Are In!!!

Hi Everyone! It's been a while but the jerseys are finally in! We had a few hiccups in the order proces but all is done. I'll be at BRASS tomorrow and the box of jerseys will be traveling with me to make sure you all get em. Notice I said you all and not ya'll. Lol.  Monday I'lll be at the Painturo's pizza ride, Wednesday at Mike & Sherry's then Jack and Back that weekend. Here's my cell (847) 502-0388.

Sarah

Road Trip and Bike Event

Hello FOGBEES, We will be hosting the 2013/2014/2015 USA Cycling Men’s and Women’s Road and Time Trial Championships on Memorial Day weekend starting next year.

The TT is set for Saturday, and the Road Race and Hand-Cycling Championships are on Monday.  We are looking to connect with local clubs who might be interested in hosting a century style ride on the Sunday of that weekend beginning in neighboring cities and arriving in Chattanooga that day.  Enjoy downtown on Sunday night, watch the race on Sunday, and we will arrange transportation back to your start point on Monday evening.

Since this worked on a smaller scale for ProWalk/ProBike, I thought perhaps this might develop into an annual and event and even could be a fundraiser for the local organizations that coordinate on the way in. Thoughts?

Philip Pugliese, Bicycle Coordinator - Outdoor Chattanooga

ppugliese@outdoorchattanooga.com

City Receives Awards

Friday's (9/28) Hendersonville Star News, page 3A reports that Hendersonville received three awards from the Greater Nashville Regional Council on Sept 13'th.  One was for the implementation of the Bike/Ped Plan to include the greenway and another for the use of grants to improve its multi-modal transportation system (think Bike/Ped).  Several FOGBEE members participated in the writing of those plans.  The bottom-line for these awards are we CAN make a difference for getting involved in community work.  FOGBEES have also been central to the establishment of Bike Walk Tennessee, a 501c3 non-profit corporation to advocate statewide.  What is unfortunate is no FOGBEES are stepping up to replace these people as they retire from such work.

You know your an Old Fogbee when..

You remember Andy Williams and that Christmas was always a joy when you were a kid partly bc his songs made you smile and feel happy.. Sorry to hear bout this great old time singers death today....

Mid Atlantic 12/24 Time Trial

The Fogbee jerseys were seen once again at an Ultra Marathon event. With a super flat course I was hoping for a PR this time. Alas it was not to be. The winds picked up and since the rules allowed no drafting we pushed all day long. Then near the finish of our 5th lap, I was nearly clipped by a car on a four lane highway (2 foot shoulder) and Jennifer was closely passed while in the turning lane. It was getting dark and we decided discretion was much better than being road carnage and we packed it in. Just weren't feeling the love from the local motorists. We both completed 127 miles. The plus side is we were able to sit back and scarf some pizza that Marilynn brought in and watch the more intrepid prepare all their lights and reflecties for the night. Since we didn't stick it out, we decided to form a subsegment of the UMCA, the Ultra Marathon Cycling Dilletantes.

Ultacyclists strike again

The Fogbees want to congratulate our very own Tom and alumni Jennifer for completing another ultracycling event.  While technically in the "battered and bruised" category, our riders fought the wind to finish a double-metric before darkness and less-than-ideal traffic made it time to call it a night.  Way to go!

"Hell Hath No Fury . . ."

. . Like a woman cheated out of her 2 for 1 margaritas.  Yes, Janice found her coupon that said Dos Margaritas IN GALLATIN had 2 for 1 margaritas on Saturday!
. . On a lighter side, what's in this picture?  For the answer CLICK HERE to see slide show from the great Turtle Ride yesterday (9/22) courtesy of Fogbee FACEBOOK editor-in-chief, Janice.
. . Next Saturday, we join the BRASS Ride for the 30-miler (approx).  CLICK HERE for online registration. Usually they have great T-shirts (for those that arrive early), but like the margaritas at Dos Margaritas, I have learned never promise anything not in your direct control.

FOGBEES Accused of Being Federal Agents

. . As reported in the Delina Daily News, "They coasted into Delina around 10:30am and they looked beat. Four big old looking guys clad in skin-tight brightly adorned spandex jerseys. Naturally everyone was suspicious. They called themselves Fat Old Guys on Bikes (FOGBEES was on their shirts)."
. . "Duh, we weren’t born yesterday," Larry Payne, editor of the Delina Daily News, said. "Following extensive research we discovered the unlikely visitors were really from the Federal Office of Geriatric Backwoods Economic Exploitation (FOGBEE) and they were here to help us (ha ha!)."
. . For the complete story CLICK HERE.

Tennessee Crossroads Comments on Cullman Ride

From: Ken Simington

To: bmilkman@comcast.net

Sent: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 3:27 PM

Subject: Tennessee Crossroads

Barb, Thanks for sharing the pictures. I did take a look at just a few of them.  It is pretty amazing for those ‘young’ guys to make that trip. How many miles did they ride? From one of the picture I saw, I think they went on into Alabama. But where is the church located, at the very end of the pictures?

And under small world’s, we are re-running the Delina Mkt. next week on Sept 27 & 30^th. Plus in their travels, if they come across a place that they think we should profile..tell them to send me some information about the place. Again, thanks for the pictures.

Ken Simington, Executive Producer

Tennessee Crossroads, Nashville Public Television

Tennessee Crossroads - FOGBEE Style

CLICK HERE TO READ ABOUT FOGBEE VISIT

Remembering a road

This summer with the Fogbees has truly been awesome!  As a transplant to the area, I am so grateful to have found such a wonderful group of people in the area :)  Reminiscent about rides this summer, I am trying to remember a road that Miley led a ride on a couple months ago.  It was stinkin' hot and Miley, Jay, Bob Huss and I did the long route while the other riders did short.  It ended with margaritas, so that means it left from White House.  I also remember Bob taking a wrong turn and encountering some dogs, then Miley went back to rescue him from the beasts.  Unfortunately, that is about all I remember, except for loving a long stretch of road with some rolling hills.  If anyone can help me out with identifying cede road, please do! I would like to keep it in my "back pocket" of routes.

Fogbee Overnight Red Boiling Springs Oct 20, 21st

Reserve the date for this  2 day Fall Tour.  Trying get space in a B&B.  More News Coming Soon.

Details are firming up. A more complete description can be found here. 

The skinny is we leave Sam's Sports Bar Sat at 8:30 am, pick up short rider sin Hartsville and ride to Red Boiling Springs. Stay at Armour's Hotel. Lunch and breakfast there. Return Sunday.  First Day 58 miles for long riders, 29 for short riders.
Armor's has the night of October 20 blocked off till October 1 615-699-2180. Tell them you are a Fogbee.  They have 16 rooms so reserve early.  Overflow may be available at the Donoho and Thomas House but no arrangements have been made with them.  Post here if you plan to go and for any questions.  Fall colors should be near peak then.  This is a great opportunity for new members, non riding significant others and old friends to ride and relax together. 
Bruce

Click here for webpage with LOTS of info

MAMILS

This is another great name for a cycling club.

MAMILS "Middle Aged Men in Lycra" Read the story in BBC News

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-10965608

We've Come a LONG Way

. . The third question on the League of Women Voters questions to Hendersonville’s mayoral candidates is “What will you do to maintain and expand Hendersonville’s green space and greenways?”
. . The answer to this question and other questions submitted to State and US legislative candidates and to Hendersonville’s aldermen and mayoral  candidates will be published on September 15’th on Vote411.org.  It reminds me of another often repeated quote, “You’ve come a long way baby!”

Cystic Fibrosis Ride

 

Last year Phil Vickery put together his rest stop for Cystic Fibrosis for Gabrielle a member of his family.  He put together this video.  He is not sure if Gabrielle will be able to attend this year, but Tiffany sent us a links to an article that appeared in the Hendersonville Standard and Gallatin News which will give everyone an idea as to what this disease is all about.