Wanted

 WANTED: "Specialized Avatar Gel" saddle. 

Woody: 615-572-5045 

Electric Doug

FOGBEE co-founder Doug Depew gets an eBike. Other co-founders are not far behind. The times they are a changing.

Gary Williams eBike For Sale

RadCityStep-Thur Electric Commuter Bike Version 3

Gary Williams purchased this bike New in April 2020 and was ridden less than 7 hours before his passing. See 4SALE PAGE on Fogbee eBike Blog.

Test Driving Mark's New VADO

On our ride today, Mark had his future Specialized VADO 5.0 SLEQ. Both Phil and I had ordered one and were interested in a trial run. My experience with Mark's new ride was both positive and negative when comparing to my road bike. I suspect the negative aspects that I noted would evaporate with experience. Check out the FOGBEE eBike blog for the rest of the story. 

https://fogebike.blogspot.com/2021/02/experiencing-mark-vado.html

Shortage of Bikes, Tires, Cleats, Chains, etc

It is getting to be that time of year when people start getting their bikes tuned up and get replacement parts.  

YOU MAY WANT TO GET ON THIS NOW.  SHOPS ARE EXPECTING A VERY BUSY SPRING IN MARCH FOR TUNES UP.

BIKE PARTS ARE VERY SCARCE. Almost impossible to get Shimmano chains.  Several months on back order.  Sram chains on back order about a month.  Tires are running low.  Cleats running low, 

etc. 

BEST Tire Width and Pressure

The bike Nerds are at it again.  This time discussing best selection of tire width's and tire pressure. I thought others would be interested in what they have to say.  

Of course we know no REAL bicyclist rides on 23mm tires any more. Few ride even on 25mm. The preferred width is 28mm and larger. Learn more here

https://www.renehersecycles.com/tire-pressure-take-home/

So what do the local experts say?

LCI Seminar at Chapel Hill TN

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Cycling Education and LCI Scholarships offered

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Donna Dixon <donnasuedixon@hotmail.com>	Mon, Jan 4, 2021 at 11:32 AM
Dear Colleague,  Registration is open for the LCI Seminar at Chapel Hill TN hosted by the Jeff Roth Cycling Foundation April 23-25, 2021. Scholarships for TN Residents available.   League Cycling Instructors (LCIs) are certified to teach the Smart Cycling curriculum developed by the League of American Bicyclists. The goals of the Smart Cycling curriculum are to:   (1) help people feel more secure riding a bike, (2) to create a mindset that bikes should be treated as a vehicle, and (3) to ensure bicyclists know how to ride safely and legally.  I feel that participation in the LCI program will benefit you personally, and be a asset for your role as a leader.  Will you find a candidate who will commit?  If you are not familiar with the League of American Bicyclists safety and instruction program you can follow these links to see why we believe it is important that we have trained and certified instructors available in TN communities. https://bikeleague.secure.force.com/lab_events?id=a0k1M00000ISMsA    The JEFF ROTH CYCLING FOUNDATION promotes cycling, through advocacy and education, as a safe and healthy form of recreation and transportation. We are increasing awareness of the Jeff Roth/Brian Brown Protection Act of 2007 and promoting a harmonious relationship between motorists and cyclists, as the number of commuting cyclists are ever increasing in our state of Tennessee and our country. See site for Scholarship information. http://www.jeffrothcyclingfoundation.org/lci_seminar.html     Donna Dixon, Education Coordinator  Jeff Roth Cycling Foundation  Donna@jeffrothcyclingfoundation.org    NEW -             Smart Cycling Traffic Skills 101 Course Offered March 20, 2021  10:00 AM – 2:00 PM  Blount County Public Library, 508 N. Cusick Street, Maryville, TN 37804    Course is free, pre-registration is required. For Certification - Online Course must be completed prior to course date. Register with Donna@jeffrothcyclingfoundation.org    865-803-8887

Christmas Lights from Doc

Some of you might have stopped by to see the display some of you might not even know about it.  This is my second year putting up a Christmas Light show to music.  This is what I'm working on when I'm not riding a bike.  If you have the chance stop by 1079 McLaughlin Ct, Gallatin to check out the show.  If you want to follow the show like me on BooneShineFamilyLights.

   

Bikes of Wrath

 If you haven’t seen it, check it out (Prime Video).  Five Aussies ride from Oklahoma to Bakersfield retracing the trip in Grapes of Wrath. 

Never had this happen before...

Thanks for the adventure Mike Knake, Steve C, Steve G, Rachel, Lindsey, Kevin and Patrick

Suspending Thursday Night Rides

 Thursday night rides are being suspended until early spring. 

Suspending Tuesday Rides

Its that time of year when the sun sets earlier and earlier.  We are suspending the Tuesday night rides and will restart in the early spring.  

We will be doing FOGBEE spin at the Y and Dave Miley will be posting Saturday rides. 

See you on the road,

Mike

The Farm Out and Back Ride and Tailgate Party, Saturday, 10/3/20

 This Saturday, as Jack and Back has been canceled, it is being replaced by The Farm Out and Back Ride.  You guessed it, we will ride from The Farm at 8:00.  Dave Miley will  be planning the route.

After the ride, we will have a tailgate party.  Bill Barton is bringing up one of his trailers so that we can watch some college football.  Fire pits will be blazing.  

Party time will be 12:00. So, bring your favorite adult beverage, cigars and a side dish (Post what side you will  bring) and hangout for a fun afternoon. 

Watch for routes later this week. 

Your race directors and party planners, 

Mike, Sherry, Dave, Janice, Lindsay, Bill 

Red Boiling Springs 2020

 I am sorry to announce that the RBS ride and weekend in Red Boiling Springs has been cancelled for 2020. We will have something planned from "The Farm" to celebrate Sherry's birthday, stay tuned, who knows we may pull a rabbit out of the hat and make it a weekend event yet. 

Thank you for you patience as this has been a very trying year for us all, I am sadden that this Fogbee tradition has to be postponed on my watch, but as stated above maybe we can still make a memorial weekend.  

Woody 

IN MEMORY OF GARY
Add your thoughts on Gary's Memory Page
Follow above link

 In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to Teen Court c/o Sumner County Juvenile Court 657 South Water Ave. Gallatin, TN 37066

https://www.hendersonvillefh.com/obit/gary-michael-williams/

The "I am really old Dave Miley Ride" from The Farm in White House, TN Saturday, 8/22/20

RIDING AT 8:00.  MAY GET A LITTLE WET, BUT STILL RIDING.
He may not look it...
He may not want to admit it...
He probably can't believe it...
But he is going to have come to terms with it.  Dave is turning 60 on the 29th.  Come ride from The Farm this Saturday, 8/22 at 7:30 and provide some support to Dave as he comes to grip with old age.
We will grill brats and burgers.  So, bring your favorite adult beverage, a side dish and a chair and hang out with Dave as he comes to terms with reality.  Kelly could probably use some advice from some of his older friends on what she can look forward to in his twilight years.
The Farm is at 923 Tyree Springs Rd., White House, TN 37188. Also known as Janice's place.
See you on the road,
Mike and Sherry
57 Mile Route  Rest Stop at 25
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33840474
49 Mile Route  Rest Stop at 26.5
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33840531
41 Mile Route Rest Stop at 25
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33751500

Clips ons for pedals

 Does anyone use these type clips? Need them?

 Let me know. 

Pedal for Paws 2020 Cancelled

The FOGBEES have proudly supported the Pedal for Paws Bicycle tour for the 10 years of it's existence.  This highly regarded ride benefits Sumner Spay and Neuter Alliance, which is has helped  greatly reduce the number of homeless dogs and cats in Sumner County.
The 2020 ride was originally scheduled for May 2. Due to the restrictions placed due to Covid-19, the ride was postponed to August 29.  The organizing committee, which includes several FOGBEES, planned diligently to have a ride that would be safe for riders and volunteers and still be fun. The conclusion has been reached that we cannot achieve these objectives.  Sadly, the 2020 ride is raising the white flag to Covid-19. 
With much hope 2021 will be much better, May 1, 2021 has been set for Pedal for Paws 2021.

ZOOM-ing Montreal

Although the Corona-virus has made getting back across the border to Canada a bit difficult, Bruce and David Irvine attend the weekly Montreal Bike Club meetings with the aid of ZOOM

ZOOMING MONTREAL

Fogbee help

Hey fellow Fogbees I need some help in the Gallatin HOPE decorating contest.  Please follow the link, like and share my photo.  I know some of you already  have so thanks!

Like Doc's house Facebook link.

Doc

Biking in the Coronavirus Era

Why riding a bike is a good idea in the Coronavirus Era

In the short, medium, and long term, it makes good sense to ride a bike. While social distancing is being recommended to help contain the spread of Covid-19, bike riding provides us with multiple benefits. https://www.ride-healthy.com/

I've put the lights back up

Hey Fogbee friends, 
"Doc" Boone Shine Family Christmas lights has put the (covid-19) lights back up with a few songs to help brighten the mood.  If you have cabin fever and need something to do feel free to swing by the house.  Show runs from 7:30pm to 9:30pm daily.  Maybe longer on the weekends. 

1079 McLaughlin Ct
Gallatin

Bourbon Country Burn 2020 - Ride Bikes, Drink Bourbon. Lexington, KY Oct 2nd - 4th

Register: General Event Registration will open on Friday, January 24 at 9AM EST.
Ride Bikes, Drink Bourbon! Several FOGBEES have discussed doing this scenic Lexington, KY ride and tour over the past couple of years but it fills quickly unless you are on the waiting list. Danny D has secured a spot, spoken to the director and set up a Fogbee Team: FOGBEES and the password is: Fogbees2020. Check it out, click on the link below for all the details, tent rental or hotel information and make your decision quickly as this event will fill and sell out to only a specific number of riders.
See details below and feel free to post questions or contact Danny or myself.
REGISTERATION OPENS FRIDAY JANUARY 24TH at 9:00AM EST

Event: Bourbon Country Burn 2020
Where: Lexington, KY
When: Friday October 2nd thru Sunday Oct 4th 2020 (or you can do less)
Register: General Event Registration will open on Friday, January 24 at 9AM EST.

Click on the link below which includes all the latest event and pricing information.
Bourbon Country Burn 2020

Email Newsletter

We're getting all kinds of weird renditions of the FOGBEE newsletter (sent out last night) depending on which email client one is using.  Just click on the "View in Browser" and, if you are using an updated version of Firefox or Chrome, all looks perfect.  I suspect updated versions of Safari do equally well.

FOGBEE History Ride

Several years ago, the club did several historical rides into Middle Tennessee's rich pioneer history.  The Bell Witch Ride was one of them.  Here is the FOGBEE article for December's issue of the Indian Lake Peninsula Living magazine https://bit.ly/MeroDistrict .
Merry Christmas.

Thank you from Danny Denning and Family

Danny wants to thank everyone for their kind words, cards, and gift of a beautiful plant during their family's difficult time with the passing of his father. He appreciates being able to count on his riding brothers and sisters.  Love from Danny and Laura.

FOGBEES Christmas Party, December 7th

The FOGBEES Christmas Party will be held at Bluegrass Bar and Grille on December 7th at 5:00PM.

Break your ugly sweaters out and come out for a good time.

Boone Shine Family Christmas lights

One of my many hobbies besides bike riding and beer drinkin' is Christmas lights.  This year is the first time I've done them to music.  So if y'all are out and about in the Gallatin area looking for Christmas lights stop by and check out the show.  I'm at 1079 McLaughlin Ct in Kennesaw farms.  Show runs from 5 to 10 pm daily on channel 105.5 (it's on the sign too)!

Doc

Lucy William's Mother Passed Away

Lucy's mother, Earline Dorris passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019.

Funeral Services will be held at Woodard Funeral Home in Westmoreland, TN Tuesday, 11/26.  Visitation will be from 10:00AM to 12:00PM and  with funeral service following immediately.

Earline Dorris Obituary

Todd Jarrell’s father passed away

Sherry found out this weekend that Todd’s father passed away. Below is information about services. Keep Todd in our prayers.

Celebration of Life

Christmas and Year Round Charity

As you know, the FOGBEES help sponsor the Pedals for Paws ride that supports Sumner Spay Neuter Alliance, who have done so much to save pet lives and provide low cost pet services.

Many of us shop on Amazon, and if you haven't done this, Please consider setting up Sumner Spay Neuter Alliance as your charity on Amazon. To do this, you must sign into Amazon at https://smile.amazon.com Then choose Sumner Spay Neuter Alliance as your charity. This costs you NOTHING as they only benefit when you buy something, and what you buy costs no more.

Every time you shop sign in at smile.amazon.com and a small amount will be donated from each purchase. Even if you don't want to support this charity, sign up one of your favorites. It costs you nothing, and supports a good cause.

For more information about Sumner Spay Neuter go to http://sumnerspayneuteralliance.org

Natchez Trace Parkway

The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444 mile long designated bike route through the states of Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee. It is a beautiful road that is shared by motor vehicles, cyclists, hikers, and many other users who enjoy it's quiet, natural experience through history and as such it is one of our most popular bike routes. However, the National Park Service is proposing to add rumble strips to certain sections of the Natchez Trace Parkway to make it "safer" for distracted drivers, but at the same time make it more challenging and potentially dangerous for cyclists and other non motorized travelers.

I oppose this proposed project and encourage my Fogbee friends to make their voices heard as the NPS is currently soliciting comments on this subject until Friday December 20, 2019. I know a little about the planning process so don’t just send in a comment saying you are against this proposal. You have to be specific as to why you are opposed to this project. Hit the below link and make a difference by making your opinion known.

https://parkplanning.nps.gov/document.cfm?parkID=396&projectID=90961&documentID=99489

Bicycling Nirvana

Inspired by Phil Vickery and his Biking Nirvana sentiment, Tony Hernandez, Brian Beisel, and Phil tell their story in this month’s Indian Lake Peninsula Living magazine and make the front cover. https://bit.ly/BikingNirvana

Tailgate Ride this Saturday, 11/16-Update

Third Annual Tailgate Ride from Janice's house at 923 Tyree Spring Rd in White House, TN.

Whether you ride, spin or sleep in, come join us.

11 th year of Fogbee Spins at the YMCA

FOGBEE Spin will be Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:15  PM and Saturdays at 10 am at the YMCA ....ITS  BEEN 11 YEARS!

Thank you Fogbees

Wilma and I very much appreciate the flowers and support of the Fogbees after the death of our daughter Amy Jo. Cycling has brought me many benefits. None greater than becoming associated with the finest group of people on earth.  You are truly a blessing.
Bruce