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SLOW SPOKES BICYCLE CLUB P.O. BOX 792 May 2012 STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48311-0792

President Slow Spokes find Easter Bunny in Armada Paul Wilhelm Vice President Jane Mayle Treasurer: Clara Herndon Secretary: Ed Schultz Newsletter Editor: Jim Walter Newsletter Distributor: Rita Zupan Membership Chair: Lennie Raines Sunshine Liaison: Rita Zupan POAR Chair: Tom Graham Ride Chair: Rose Marie Jacobs

Website: www.SlowSpokes.org Mailing Address: Slow Spokes P.O. Box 792 Sterling Hts, MI 48311 The day before Easter, the Easter bunny was preparing for his big day in Armada. Luckily, Tom Graham had gone to Richmond and was no longer with us, so the Easter bunny was not frightened away. Meetings —Unless otherwise noted, meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at the Graham Elementary School located on Crocker, north of Metro Parkway. Refreshments are served.

Ride Information —Send information for rides and walks to Rose Marie Jacobs via email: [email protected] by the (10th) of the month.

Newsletter Information —Send articles you’d like published to Jim Walter. Email the information to him at [email protected] . Articles must be received by the 15th of the month for inclusion in the newsletter. Feel free to call Jim at 248-879-2405.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Jim Bowsher, Warren Beverly S. Mansell, Macomb Rose Ann & Patrick Hanley, Bloomfield Hills Andy Pallarito, Harrison Township Jeannie Healy, Chesterfield Gary & Mary Surko, Warren

Harsen’s Island events

Looking for some ride leaders, Can you help ?????

We have the rides, you need to guide the troops.

Events at St. Paul’s Church on Harsens Island.

You can choose the date of your ride on the beautiful Island:

Saturday, June 9th — Spaghetti Dinner — 3:00—6:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 14th — Strawberry Festival — 10:00 a.m.— 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, September 9th — Famous Roast Beef Dinner — 4:00—7:00 p.m.

If you can possibly lead any of the above rides, please reply to:

Rose Marie Jacobs, Ride Coordinator— [email protected] or (586) 779-4780

AND if you could please respond ASAP, your newsletter editor and myself would truly appreciate your kindness.

DO WE HAVE YOUR CORRECT EMAIL ADDRESS?

If you want to know of impromptu rides and other information of special interest not found on our website or in the newsletter, please make sure you forward your correct email address to Paul Wilhelm at [email protected]

Notes from the Newsletter Editor: Every attempt will be made to include all articles as they are submitted, and in their entirety, in the newsletter. However, due to space constraints, this may not always be possible. If you do not want your article edited in any way, shape or form (even if typos and/or grammatical errors are apparent) please make a note of that when the article is sent. Tom Miller led a group of Slow Spokes to Tiger Stadium on Opening Day—and he gave the Tigers an idea. They are having a special bike-to-the-ballpark event on Sunday, April 22nd and using a picture of the Slow Spokes in their advertisement. I don’t think we’re getting any royalties though.

Crime Report—Egg-McMugging. Earlier this month, one of our Slow Spokes was robbed coming out of a McDonald’s in St. Clair Shores. She was not harmed, but has not yet got her purse back as it is being held for evidence. No, the 2 people at left are not suspects in the crime. They were just a couple of party animals at the ball park on opening day.

Good Buddies—Ron and Tom MAY WEEKLY RIDES Monday Evening Rides (starting May 14th) DISTANCE: 15 - 18 miles DATE: Mon: May14,21,28 PACE: 11 - 14 mph TIME: 6:00 P.M. TERRAIN: Flat LEADER (for April): Mary Woloszyk (586) 778-9172 & Mike Matlas (586) 264-6759

MEETING PLACE: St. Clair Shores library — Corner of Jefferson & 11 Mile Road

We will ride through the neighborhoods of St. Clair Shores and the Grosse ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Pointes. Easy pace for Spring riding season.

Tuesday Evening Rides DISTANCE: 20 - 30 miles DATE: Tuesdays PACE: 13 - 15 mph TIME: 6:00 P.M. TERRAIN: Flat LEADER (for April): Jim Walter (248) 879-2405

MEETING PLACE: Rainbow Plaza— SE corner of 25 Mile Rd. and Shelby Rd.

Optional dinner stop at a place to be determined after the ride.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: We will ride the Macomb Orchard Trail. Those who wish to go faster or slower than the main group can do so. You really can’t get lost on the MOT. You also will probably find that someone else wants to ride your pace.

Wednesday Evening Rides DISTANCE: 20 miles DATE: Wednesdays PACE: 12 - 14 mph TIME: 6:00 P.M. TERRAIN: Flat LEADER (for April): Bill Appleberry (586) 573-7377

MEETING PLACE: SW corner of Metro Pkwy and Garfield — in bank parking lot.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Ride destinations may vary from week to week.

Friday Evening Rides (starting May 11th) DISTANCE: 25 miles DATE: Fri: May 11,18,25 PACE: 12 - 14 mph TIME: 6:00 P.M. TERRAIN: Flat LEADER (for April): Tom Miller (586) 573-4754

MEETING PLACE: Ram’s Horn Restaurant — 23815 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores

PLEASE park at North end of parking lot, behind the restaurant. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Dinner stop after the ride. MAY SCHEDULED EVENTS Windsor Waterfront Walk DISTANCE: 4 miles DATE: Sunday, May 6 PACE: 3 - 4 mph TIME: 7:00 A.M. TERRAIN: Flat LEADERs: Tom Miller (586) 573-4754

Windsor City Hall. After exiting Windsor Tunnel turn right on Park Street and MEETING PLACE: parking lot is one block away behind Tourist Information Center.

• Walk Windsor’s waterfront from Dieppe Park to the . ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: • A passport or enhanced drivers license is required to enter or exit Canada. Ride Around Windsor DISTANCE: 40 miles DATE: Sunday, May 6 PACE: 12 - 14 mph TIME: 9:00 A.M. TERRAIN: Flat LEADERs: Tom Miller (586) 573-4754

Windsor City Hall. After exiting Detroit Windsor Tunnel turn right on Park Street and MEETING PLACE: parking lot is one block away behind Ontario Tourist Information Center.

• Ride around the perimeter of Windsor using bicycle trails and roads. • There will be a few miles of hard surfaced non-paved trails, which are ride- able on any bike. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: • Lunch stop midway in ride at the Maple Leaf Restaurant. • A passport or enhanced drivers license is required to enter or exit Canada.

I guess it’s all relative . . .

I thought of that while riding my bicycle. Albert Einstein On the Theory of Relativity

Slow Spokes Spokin’ Times News Page 6 2nd Annual Team Sammy Make-A-Wish Pasta Dinner & Silent Auction

Dinner includes: All you can eat pasta with sauce, bread, and salad provided by Olive Garden. Beverage will be included. Time & Location: Sunday April 29, 2012 from 12:30—4:00 p.m. St. John Lutheran Church, 16339 14 Mile Rd. Fraser, MI Cost by Donation: 100% Proceeds to Make-A-Wish

For more info: website: www.teamsammy.org E-mail Bill: [email protected] Julie: [email protected] Phone: 586-939-6073

Unique Bicycle for Sale Giant Revive DX Bicycle for sale $300 Call Mary Stoolmiller 248-879-6004 Original cost $900 Cruising comfort; easy riding with back support. One size fits all from 5’ to 6’6”. Taupe/Silver metallic colors. Shimano Nexus 7 speed with internal hub. Easy step-through aluminum frame. Rear coil spring suspension. Adjustable saddle for proper fit. Impact resistant fenders. Enclosed band brakes. Drive system completely enclosed to protect chain from dirt. Handlebar integrated speedometer/odometer. Built-in rear carrier. Like-new condition; lightly used by one owner.

May Book Club Meeting Bike Build 2012 Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Time: 7:00 p.m. Orchards Children’s Services Host: Tom Graham 16104 Wrotham June 9 & June 13 Clinton Township, MI 48081 (586) 286-3135 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Book: The Hunger Games Author: Suzanne Collins Slow Spokes Spokin’ Times News Page 7 YOUR FAVORITE BIKE SHOP!!! The following bicycle stores offer a discount on equipment and accessories. Be prepared to show your Slow Spokes membership card when making a purchase to receive the discount. Allied Cycle 23101 Gratiot Eastpointe, MI 48021 586/772-3411 American Cycle & Fitness 29428 Woodward Ave Royal Oak, MI 48072 586/542-7182 American Cycle & Fitness 2169 Metro Parkway Sterling Heights, MI 48310 586/979-7570 American Cycle & Fitness 203 N. Perry Street Pontiac, MI 48342 248/333-7843 American Cycle & Fitness 20343 Mack Avenue Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 313/886-1968 American Cycle & Fitness 18517 Hall Road Macomb Twp. MI 48044 586/416-1000 Anchor Bay Bicycle & Fitness 35214 23 Mile Road New Baltimore, MI 48047 586/725-2878 Bike Tech 18401 E. Warren Detroit, MI 48236 313/884-2453 D & D Bicycles 8383 N. Middlebelt Rd Westland, MI 48185 734/522-9410 D & D Bicycles 121 N. Center Rd. Northville, MI 48167 248/347-1511 D & D Bicycles 9977 E. Grand River Brighton, MI 48116 810/227-5070 D & D Bicycles 4141 W. 12 Mile Road Berkley, MI 48072 248/547-0770 D & D Bicycles 7330 Highland Road Waterford, MI 48327 248/461-6550 East Side Bike Shop 26210 Van Dyke Ave Centerline, MI 48015 586/756-2001 Fraser Bicycle & Fitness 34501 Utica Road Fraser, MI 48072 586/294-4070 Hamilton Bicycle 69329 Main Street Richmond, MI 48062 586/727-5140 Macomb Bike & Fitness 28411 Schoenherr Warren, MI 48088 586/756-5400 Main Street Bicycles 5987 26 Mile Road Washington, MI 48094 586/677-7755 Main Street Bicycles 176 S. Washington Oxford, MI 48371 248/236-9100 Metro Bike-N-Sport 36649 S. Gratiot Ave Clinton Twp., MI 48035 586/791-3488 Paul’s Bike Depot 28057 Gratiot Roseville, MI 48066 586/776-9165 Stoney Creek Bike 58235 Van Dyke Washington, MI 48094 586/781-4451

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