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Congratulations to Goodlettsville

It was a spectacular game, like no other, but with a score of 24 to 15 the Little League team from Goodlettsville walked away as the USA Champions.  They set all kinds of records and kept everyone in Middle Tennessee at the edge of their seats.  Nothing matched watching these 12-year-olds perform at a game I once thought was boring.

Fogmania

I just wanted to say "awesome" for today's White House ride. With almost THIRTY (30) riders it was inspiring to see how the Fogbees have influenced people of all walks of life to ride their bikes. Thanks Mike for putting it together and to everyone who showed up!

Wednesday Lite Rides

Work schedule conflicts and shorter days have forced us to end the Wednesday Lite rides until next spring.  I just wanted to thank everybody for their participation and we hope to see everybody when we can resume the rides.  Watch for (and post) pickup rides, or join the other available rides.

Thanks,
Tommy & Rhonda

10 reasons why Hendersonville is AWESOME

Relevant to nearly everyone who resides in Sumner County.

Can be used as Fogbee recruiting material for newbies to area.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdYct2R89eM&noredirect=1

Enjoy & be safe out there this weekend !  ~ M.Kaiser

SECURITY Reduced.

Tom, this is a bicycle blog, not a credit card service demanding such hyper-security; can you get the access to the Comments box changed to just a simple User Name and Password, something like Shutterfly and MyFamilyDNA have?  I've never had trouble with those, and neither site has requested my cellphone number.

SUCCESS: I have managed to get CAPTCHA thingy turned off.  That should make it a LOT easier for you to leave COMMENTS to POSTS.

A BIKE RIDE BY ANY OTHER NAME

FUN OLD GUYS AND GALS took advantage of yesterday's fair breezes and cotton candy skies to tour scenic Trousdale and historic Sumner Counties. The pace was conducive to immersing oneself into the often missed details and nuances of our wonderful biking terrain which we often take for granted. With historian, wiz of FOG, Tom Evans, and pathfinder extraordinaire, Bruce Day, our small band relished the by ways and highways as one. And yes, Bruce can pack more PUCs into 25 miles than anyone else in the biking kingdom !

On another note, we initiated a new FOGBEE, Ellen Getter ( a.k.a. Minnieball ), after she dropped the Cannonball on the descent into Hartsville. Reassuringly, Dillehays Cafe still serves macaroni as a vegetable and chocolate pie as an entree.

SEE PHOTOS BELOW AND ON SHUTTERFLY.  ENJOY !  LIFE'S A BIKE.

iPhone Pictures

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NEED to COMMENT to POSTS

I have been asked about meeting spots for Bryan's Tomato Festival.  When a ride has multiple pickup points, such as this one, it is important to add a COMMENT to the POST, especially if they are out-of-the-way such as the LITE route that shows a start in parking lot in front of Bailey's Grill. In the absence of such comments the group may ASSUME no one plans to leave from that point and skip the stop.  We would hate for anyone to miss an opportunity to join the group.  Just for clarification, no one has volunteered to lead the Short/LITE version of this Tomato Festival jaunt.  Please COMMENT with your intentions.

Also, Bryan's LITE map show a start at Bailey's, but his POST states they expect to meet at Moss Trail.  That is the intersection at the left-hand turn off Rivergate Pkwy at mile-marker 0.6 on the CUE Sheet to the LITE map just beyond (i.e. over yonder) the I-65 overpass.

I AM THE ENGINE

I am the engine (IATE) is a community initiative dedicated to connecting the joy of cycling with healthier eating and zero emission lifestyles. Sponsored by Whole Foods Market®, Nissan® North America and Harpeth Bicycles and Industrial Strength Marketing (ISM), IATE will be hosting multiple bike events across Middle Tennessee to inspire new riders and help spark fun, active lifestyles.Visit their website by clicking here.

FEMME FONDO

FOGBEES,

I wanted to send a short note to remind you that registration is open for the femme fondo women's ride to be held Saturday, September 8th in the tradition of Hope on Wheels. The club has been a long-standing supporter of the all women's cycling event historically held in Leiper's Fork. This year as the Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation focuses on special events related to what would have been Minnie's 100th birthday, they decided to take a break from administering the ride.

840 FONDO Ride

John Schroer, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Transportation, announced that a portion of State Route 840 will open exclusively to bicyclists Oct. 13, for “Eight Forty Fondo Festival.” Fondo is Italian for “ride.” The ride will be part of the opening ceremonies for the final 12 miles of SR 840 that remain unopened. The unopened stretch traverses southern Williamson County. It is scheduled to open to motor vehicles Nov. 2, according to Schroer, who served as mayor of Franklin from 2007 to 2011.

“We're going to have an 'Eight Forty Fondo' on the new section of 840,” Schroer said. “The governor [Bill Halsam] is going to participate, and we want you to come and ride with the governor. [The surface] will be smooth and perfect.”

For more info CLICK HERE

Pool Party 2012

Thanks Bob.

Click here for more pictures from Bob Jaffe.

Bob's Excellent Pool Party - Ride Routes

We will plan on serving lunch around noon. If you are not riding, you can come by any time after 11:00.

It's that time of year again. We will have the 4th annual Fogbee pool party on July 28th. This year we will be having Shane's BBQ for lunch $7 per person to cover lunch. All you will have to provide your drinks. .
Doug Depew will be in charge of Frozen margaritas this year and they will be $20 per bucket. Please see Doug if you would like a bucket.
Here are your Routes (same as 2011), ALL leaving from Bob's house at 8AM.  Ultra-lite (with a later start time TBA) is offered ONLY is there is sufficient interest (must comment).


LONG:  http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/43079426 LITE:  http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/43077674 ULTRA-LITE: http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/43075336  

If you are you are doing the LITE ride, I suggest a starting time of 9AM.  It is our EASY 20 that several of us (Phil, Doug, Janice, Tom) doing on Monday mornings. I'll (Tom_E) do it for those who want to join me and it will be at my EASY casual pace.  I don't recommend the Ultra-Lite.  We added that one for non-riders who wanted bring over their townie bikes and join in with something.

Nashville Tap and Run August 11th

I am hoping to put a team together of Fogbee members who would be interested in embarrassing themselves by joining up for the Nashville Tap and Run. This is a slightly non-competitive funny running/walking race that involves beer drinking and ridiculous themes. We have not decided on a costume theme yet for the team, but we are leaning towards Hooter's Girls, ugly strippers, school girls or something similar to win the shortest shorts competition(if there are other suggestions, we would love to hear them...We will have a team idea picked by the end of next week). We want men to do this as well so if you are willing to don skimpy women's clothing, drink some beer and either walk or run 2.5 miles, we would love to have you join us. This event will feature 3 beer chugging stations and an after party also involving beer...If there ever was an event designed for the Fogbees, this is it! Please post of you have an interest in joining this event. Here is the link to the event... http://www.tapnrun.com/Nashville/

Two Fogbees successfully indoctrinitated to Randonneuring

Eric Bateman and Lindsay Case both completed their first 200K (127 mile) randonneuring ride from Brentwood to the George Dickel distillery and back with Bryan, me, and several riders from Gran Fondo and Harpeth Bike Club. Both finished strong despite the heat (Oh to be in the 20's again).  Rumor has it that Lindsay really dropped the hammer the final 10 miles, but there was no one close enough to witness this :-).  All I know is she was showered, dressed and ready to go when I finished.

And, no one thought to get a pic in front of George's statue.  

Buyer wants a Jersey

Phil has a friend who wants to buy a medium-sized FOGBEE jersey.  Yes, we know medium is not a common FOGBEE size.  The buyer is looking for a virgin or experienced jersey -- an LG or a VGear man's.  Contact Phil or send a note to fogbees@gmail.com & we'll forward it.

 Dear Fogbee's ,
. . The Alzheimer's Association is starting a new cycling tradition in Highland Rim! The inaugural Alzheimer’s Challenge cycling event will be held on November 3rd, 2012.
. . Start/finish at beautiful, historic Old Stone Fort Park in Manchester, TN. Ride features well planned 15 mi, 30 mi and 62 mi routes. There will be pre-ride bike checks; themed, well stocked rest stops manned by enthusiastic volunteers; abundant route markings, sag support; post ride BBQ celebration next to Old Stone’s scenic falls; entertainment; massages; and more. This is going to be a wonderful event to raise awareness and support for Alzheimer's Disease. 

. . You can visit our official website for the event at : http://www.alzchallenge.org/ We also have a Facebook located at : http://www.facebook.com/AlzChallenge  with some pictures of the route, as well as more information on involvement. 

. . We would be so honored to have you participate or support this event in any capacity. I can provide literature, fliers, event information that you can give your members or other interested parties. We are so excited for this event, and sincerely hope to hear from you soon!

Riding to find a cure,
Sarah Wood

Share the road

Here is an interesting take on what happens when drivers are more mentally level with other users of roadways.

Not suitable for every situation but are there places around us where this could work better than what is currently setup?

** LAST CALL for FOGBEES Jerseys**

Last call to place your jersey order. We are ordering the jerseys on Monday morning (July 16, 2012), so if you have already placed an order, you are all set. If you have NOT placed an order, stop being a cheap skate and order one! If you have not paid yet, please have checks, cash, money order, Iraqi Dinar, or Rubles at the Thursday ride, or Saturday's Fogbee/Harpeth ride. If you need to send us a check, let me know and I will email you our address, or refer to the FOGBEES Roster.

** Check Them Out here The Fogbees Web Site **

Please make Checks Payable to Demetrius or Sarah Ritt
 Jerseys: Sleeveless $41, Short Sleeve $41, Long Sleeve $52, Trisuite: $78 each

Femme Fondo

FOGBEEs,

. . I would like to share some information with you about a unique cycling event for women riders of all abilities.

. . On Saturday September 8, 2012 the all-women’s Femme Fondo will be held in Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee. Ride distances of 12, 35, and 65 miles will be offered. Whole Foods Grocery will provide a catered lunch and each participant will receive a T-Shirt and goodly bag. The registration fee is $25.00.

. . We strongly feel that the routes offered are a unique combination of the most beautiful and safest, low traffic sounds around Nashville. Please check out further details at the following link: granfondocycles.com/owner/femme_fondo/Welcome.html

Online registration is now open. There will be no day-of registration offered. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Sincerely,

Caitlin Standifer,Gran Fondo Cycles

615-354-1090

Calling all Advocates

. . Congress has passed the Federal Transportation Act of 2012.  For the most part it was a disappointment for biking and walking advocates who anticipate major changes in priorities in government agencies.  Funding levels have dropped from 40% to 70% for active transportation and resource mandates have been eliminated.  Federal guidance that validated these forms of alternate transportation is seriously weakened. If progress is to continue, advocates at the national, state, and local level must step up and make a commitment.

Fourth of July Celebrated by Founding FOGBEES via Traditional Touring Ride ( photos on Shutterfly Site )

I am going to live!

I met with the cardiologist yesterday and he gave me the all clear to ride again.  He is  not sure why I had the trouble I did, but my heart is in excellent condition, no blockages, damage, etc. There is nothing wrong with my heart that would lead to a heart attack.   We are going to diary what goes on during rides over the next month to see if there are any specific conditions that cause that cause the same condition.

So, as a good FOGBEE, I left the doctor's office and went for a ride!  It felt great!

Mike Knake

Can't Get Them All

A certain FOGBEE loves to take pictures.  He has even made me pull over to the side of the road while en-route to a ride so he could capture the sun rising over a foggy field in early AM.  Well here's a couple of great ones he has missed.  Click on photo to enlarge.

BBQ Ride Photos

It was a fun hot day!  Sherry and I had a good time supporting y'all.

http://cmd.shutterfly.com/commands/pictures/slideshow?site=fogbees&page=fogbees&album=5115&albumPath=

Mike

How I cool down after a 100+ degree BBQ ride

Anyone up for this?

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Bottles from BBQ Ride

Well, did anyone pick up a couple of insulated Camelbak bottles at the BBQ place.  Eddie thinks he left his on the table, but they weren't there when we went back.

Thanks for a great day everyone. It was wonderful to see you all and see the Fogbee spirit in action.

BBQ Ride

Looking at the Fogbee calendar, June 30 appears to be the only day I can lead the BBQ ride in June and avoid other organized rides. Anyone up for some riding and BBQ on the hottest day of the year?  I'll call ahead for fried pies if you'd like. Click here for more info

BBQ ride this Saturday, June 30

It's this weekend!  The fried pies and the hot weather have been ordered.  There's a new 50 mile route (BBQ Long Ride) and a leader (Miley) of same. The long riders will start at 8:00.  We'll wait to start the shorter route at 8:30 so we'll get done closer to the same time for lunch. The short route is a roughly 31 mile "Lite" ride (BBQ Short Ride ) with no drops and regrouping.  There are also options to bail if you get tired or too hot starting at about 21 miles so no excuses.  Come ride and eat some BBQ.  Heads BBQ is at 1055 Dorris Winters Rd, Pleasant View, TN. As much as possible park along the fence. More information is on the rides page if you need it.

BBQ Ride Needs 50-mile Leader (June 30)

We had such a great turnout last year for the long route that it would be nice to have a leader on that ride that has gotten familiar with the route ahead of time.  Any volunteers?  I've created a new route that should be just as scenic but perhaps a little easier to follow.  You can preview the route on ridewithgps.com.  It's called BBQ long route and it's labeled as being in Chapmansboro, TN.

**REMINDER** FOGBEES JERSEYS - Order Now!!!!

Since I have been asked 3 times recently where my FOGBEES Jersey is... :(
(Dont have one, nor does Sarah)

I am assisting Bob G in taking orders and collecting $$ for FOGBEES Jerseys.

Here is the deal - Collectively, we need to order at least ten (10) of the same style jersey (Short sleeve, sleeveless, long sleeve, etc...). After we meet that quota, we can order however many of any other product, but 10 of the same is the min requirement.

We have lots of new riders who should be roughed up and harassed into purchasing one or more of these items, and I am one of them!

Lets try to get this order done by June 30 if possible.

So, please post here or send me an email with what you want to order and Sarah and I will collect it at our rides, you can mail it to me, or ride your bike to our house and hand deliver it.

** Check Them Out here The Fogbees Web Site **

Please make Checks Payable to Demetrius or Sarah Ritt, Bob Glutting, or hand me some cash... if not, ill use my super secret spy satellite access to find you!


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

Gently Used and New Cycling Clothes For Sale

I have for sale a few items of cycling clothes that I have either never worn or wore a very few times and have stopped wearing them. They are the following items: 1 Capo Tomba Jersey size large new(Capo is sized race cut and European so they are smaller than normal)...$25 1 Capo Tomba jersey size xl worn about a dozen times...$15 1 Capo Tomba bib short size xl(worn about a dozen times)...$25 1 Bellweather Cadence red jersey size large(club cut..looser fit)worn two times...$15 1 Castelli jersey size xl(race cut) worn about a half dozen times...$20 1 Castelli bib short size xl worn about 20 times...$15 1 Pearl Izumi Barrier Elite convertible zip off jacket bright green size xl worn about 5 times...$35 I thought I would put these up here for any local riders who may need some extra riding clothes before listing them on Ebay. Contact me via email at bkortness@comcast.net if you want to take a look at any of these pieces.

Where the Rubber Meets the Road

After recently changing a flat tire for a Wednesday night rider, I commented that her paper-thin tire would have continuing flat issues on road riding.  Next to one’s helmet, the most important purchase in terms of safety should be tires.  They provide a level of security when coasting down hills, even if not blasting at 55.6 mph down Ford Branch Rd, and when alone out in the middle of the boonies.  I suggested she rid herself of the wimpy OEM tires that came with her bike and purchase something more durable and puncture resistant.  She asked, “What did I recommend?”

Share the Road License Plate

NOTE: On-line Registration Only through June 20th! JRCF must submit registrant information to arrive at the state before the end of June. Please register for your Share the Road license plate online through June 20th. Help spread the word about the 3-ft law while providing support for initiatives to better educate both motorists and cyclists across the state. Please support Tennessee cyclists by registering today!