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MARCH, 2011 Newsletter of the Evansville Bicycle Club • Evansville, Indiana “The bicycle has a soul. If you succeed to love it, it will give you emotions that you will never forget.” —Mario Cipollini Paul Jensen The President’s Corner unxsutawney Phil did NOT see is with the wind—no sweat—yes sweat. below you still receive mileage credit. his shadow and walla a week or At the top the decision is obvious—I will The same holds true forMarch 12 with so later (Sunday February 13) it never on this day do the 33. So I do not the Run of Luck, headquarters this is 55F, the sun is out and even though my make the Elberfeld right; I do the horse- year is the Old National Bank downtown. wussy criteria of wind @ less than 3 mph is shoe and start heading south and am now Last year we had 14 volunteers and not there, I figure two out of three is good facing hurricane strength winds. AlI the would like to have the same num- enough. way back I am in granny gear and my goal ber this year. The hours will be from speed is 9 mph. 7:45 a.m. until about 11:00 a.m. or so. This BIG MISTAKE!!!!! should be much fun for the whole family The only time the goal is met is on the with events for every age and ability. Again After dressing appropriately, I throw the downhills. It is also time for me to curse mileage credit is available for all volunteers. bike in the back and head for the afternoon at my decision for not following my 3rd ride @ Olmstead. Upon arrival it is obvi- wussy condition. The ride took 2 hrs and In the near future the board is looking at ous that this is not a solitary idea; at least 20 minutes….In fact on the way back presenting for discussion, a mission state- twenty additional cars are parked along three riders that were doing the 33 passed ment, a few new routes and updating and the roadside. A contingent me by. Another confi- clarifying EBC mileage rules, regulations of twelve of us start out I do the dence builder. and expectations. Hey, I am out of room slowly warming up. The horseshoe Lesson learned…aaaaaaah and time. See you on the road…one of ride is feeling pretty good. and start heading No! This past week the our volunteer events or, God forbid, the On the way out (North) it south and am now conditions were about the club meeting on the 10th. is in my head that maybe facing hurricane same and the 22 was wisely the 33; even though it is strength winds. AlI chosen, but this time I had the first ride of the year. So company…you know mis- Inside this issue: I take a right at the top of the way back I am in ery loves company, made it the hill (17-33). Pedaling granny gear and my much more fun? Pg. 2 EBC Kid’s Korner along with the wind in goal speed is back, I notice that my bike 9 mph. Thank you to Cindy and (not me) is falling behind Cory Jones who volun- my mates, that means pedal a bit stron- teered for the first Health Fair of the year at ger…they keep pulling away singing and Corpus Christi School. Other volunteers jovially laughing at a leisurely pace while included Archie Harris and the Weyer my main task has become breathing. family. But do not fret for there is anoth- er opportunity coming up on the 5th of It finally dawns on me that these folks are March at Good Pg. 7 2010 Final Mileage Stats in much better condition than yours truly. Shepherd school. This event will be held At the 17-33 junction it is a right turn and from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Two to three Volun- time to challenge Drag Line Hill, and it teers are needed and if it is snowing and 30 NEW 25th. This ride is brought to you by EBC Kid’s Youth Cyclists Cory Jones & Brett, Brock & Audrey Weyer. Korner Other Youth Cycling News! Spring Break Kids Ride! Our Goal for 2011 is 40 Youth Cy- clists! We need Your Support! Go to There will be a Spring Break Kids the EBC website and download the Ride at Garvin Park on Wednesday, Youth Cycling Pro-gram March 23rd. Non-Kids Guide. “Join” Facebook are welcome to join us! Our monthly club meeting is on the site “EBC Kids!” Up- We will ride from 11 a.m. second Thursday of every month load photos and Success until noon. Please arrive except January at the Pizza Chef Stories for Your Youth early to be ready to ride. in Newburgh Indiana at 6:30 PM. Cyclist. Spring is Here! Helmets are required. Get out your Trailer, The Evansville Bicycle Club is a rec- After a short break for Tag-A-Long, Tandem reational organization that centers its Kids Play & lunch prep or YouthBicycle and Hit activities around the sport of bicycling. we will have a Hot Dog Our membership includes over 200 in- the Road! Host a Youth Lunch. The Hot Dogs, dividuals and families, most of whom Cycling Ride! Let’s work Condiments, Chips & Drinks will be live in the Southwestern Indiana area. together to make 2011 a Youth The EBC has been active for over 25 provided. Feel free to bring a dessert Cycling Success! years, and is a year-round organization. or other snack. Each Youth Cyclist will be credited with a minimum of The primary purpose of the club is to 5 miles for participating. If it rains Keith Weyer provide the opportunity for its mem- the ride will be held Friday, March Youth Cycling Program Director bers to participate in cycling activities on a regular basis, over pre-selected and usually well marked cycling routes in group rides. By riding in groups, members enjoy bicycling in relative safety, with knowledgeable cyclists, and reap the rewards of friendship and encouragement. The club is very ac- tive, promoting organized “rides” year- round, and as many as 10 per week during the warm weather months. Monthly membership meetings are well attended and provide an opportu- nity to keep the club well organized and responsive to the needs of its members. The EBC also hosts a nationally recog- nized bicycle tour “The Great Pumpkin “Youth Cyclists Audrey, Brett & Brock Weyer & Cory Jones extol the virtues of the EBC Youth Metric” the first weekend fo October. Cycling Program to those attending the Corpus Christi Health Fair. Members Theresa Weyer, Archie Carter & Cindy Jones round out the photo. Good Job All!” 2009 Women’s “Spirita” Road Cycling Shoes by Specialized. FOR Black/Pink Komen edition (model 6109-6239). Size 39 EU/8.5 US. SALE Worn 3 times. $50.00 Call Sonya at 437-2561. MARCH, 2011 • 2 By Paolo ists…from both sides: Those who espouse EBC 2011 CONTACTS Campagnolo and despise ShimaNO! And, Paul Jensen—President Pedale Fuori Dalla then there are those who think if it’s not 812-760-6158 Japanese, it doesn’t work. Right now, the Ann Pendley—Vice President & Parte Posteriore SRAM folks are my only friends. My bike’s a mixture, a transgender of components. Publicity Just like Picasso’s “Blue Period,” I’m in my 812-573-9189 (Can I say that word here?) I’m only miss- “Italian Period.” Last time I was the EBC ing a 12 tooth cog, lock ring, triple-com- Diane Bies—Secretary newsletter editor, I was in my “French patible 10-speed shifters, 10-speed chain 812-473-3546 Period.” My “nome de plume” was Jean- and the necessary brand-specific cables Paul Allez. And rooted in the name, was Darlene Wefel—Treasurer and, belissimo, I have full Campy. 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