Archive for October, 2007

Scenic Way Pedestrian/Bike Project

Wednesday, October 31st, 2007

Asotin County wants to build a bike path? Follow its progress on the advocacy page.

This is very good news. Any a time local government is able to find funds to improve the trails, cyclists should be pleased. In addition, cyclists should get involved.

The purpose of this trail is to connect the Heights with West Clarkston at Fleshman Way and 15th Street. This trail is needed to bring children and adults from the Heights to the Aquatic Center as well as to bring middle school students to the Heights.

While club cyclists may not use this trail often–it is not on any of our usual routes, raising public consciousness of cycle/pedestrian traffic is a good thing. We should talk it up even if we don’t live in Clarkston. What are the trail issues? the transition to street issues? Maintenance? Will anyone use the trail if it is overgrown with puncture vine? How about lighting? What about sweeping?

A fledgling effort at trail building could be the last if the trail is poorly designed and maintained resulting in little or no actual use. It is in the interest of the cycling community everywhere to see that new trails are well designed.
Yes, there is a limited budget. We can’t have everything we might want, but isn’t it great that Asotin County is making an effort? Let’s support it. You can give suggestions and comments through me at treasurer@twinriverscyclists.org

–Corrie

Ragbrai ban in Crawford County Iowa

Tuesday, October 30th, 2007
Crawford county was sued by a cyclist’s widow for failing to maintain the road. The response: ban future large group rides.
Law suits have repercussions as well as poor road maintenance. Can a government ban citizens from congregating? http://www.bikingbis.com/blog/_archives/2007/10/12/3286050.html
clipped from www.bikingbis.com
This week’s resolution to ban RAGBRAI bike rides from Crawford County’s roads could set a precedent that might be felt across Iowa.

Fallout from RAGBRAI bicycle ride ban
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Bicycle Survey

Monday, October 29th, 2007
Here is a survey from a page that advertises itself as a web-site for everyday bicyclists. The survey takes about 20 minutes and you can see the results to compare your responses. Take the survey
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Leaving Luna

Friday, October 26th, 2007

Leaving Luna

Jim mentioned a cycle touring book written by the presenters at the conference he attended. Amazon is out of stock and doesn’t know when they’ll have more. So, Jim gives us the information:

–Corrie

Weekend Ride Invitations 10/27-28

Thursday, October 25th, 2007

Cool, even cold, maybe, but sunshine and low winds for the weekend make this a fine weekend to cap off a great week of cycling.

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McCracken Rents a Ride

Thursday, October 25th, 2007
Jim rented a mountain bike while in Sun Valley.

Jim's Sun Valley pic

Read about it at Crusty.

See more pics at Picasa

–Corrie

Ride of Silence

Thursday, October 25th, 2007

Did you hear of the Boise cyclist killed last week?

Steve did and joined the Ride of Silence held in her honor. Read about it on Crusty at the right or visit this link.

–Corrie

70+ degrees

Wednesday, October 24th, 2007

I had a great ride. Green Belt Trail larger image

–Corrie

Chili Ride

Monday, October 22nd, 2007

A bike ride and a bowl of chili on a crisp fall afternoon. Sweet.

Join us for the regular 1 pm start on Sunday, Oct. 28th and come to the Rosetti’s at 4:30 for chili. If you’d like to bring something, please call Linda at 758-9303.

-Corrie

Advocacy Page

Thursday, October 18th, 2007

Information on area projects affecting cyclists which you may not have known about. Be sure to visit the Advocacy Page.

–Corrie

Litter Pickup

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007

Sunday, Oct. 21st 1 pm at Dippel Road on Tammany.

Visit Adopt a Road page for more information on this year’s event. You can let us know you’re coming by completing the Volunteer Form, but you can just show up too.

Bring a bike for a post event ride.

–Linda

New Subscribe Page

Monday, October 15th, 2007

Get Update notices and ride information. Subscribe.

I was disappointed when one of us asked for unsubscribe information. Turns out he was dismayed by the many messages. This new page will help you use the list efficiently and allow you to subscribe if you haven’t already. Okay, it also gives you unsubscribe information.
Come on in, the biking’s fine.

Advocacy: Southway and 129

Saturday, October 13th, 2007

Input requested from cyclists on the intersection of Fleshman Way and Highway 129 to Asotin. mailto:crosetti@cableone.net

–Corrie (more…)

Weekend Ride Invitations 10/13-14

Thursday, October 11th, 2007

With temps in the 60s and maybe even 70 on Sunday, you’ve got to get out on your bike. Here’s what I’m up to this weekend.

–Corrie

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New Film: The Flying Scottsman

Thursday, October 11th, 2007

Obree Interview

The film tells the story of Graeme Obree who held the world hour record in 93 and 95. This article is an interview with Obree. I rented the video at TRVideo.

–Corrie

Bicycle Auction

Wednesday, October 10th, 2007

The Bicycle Alliance of Washington’s 15th annual auction and gala is less than three weeks away! More on the News page

If you’re planning to come (and we hope that you are!) but haven’t purchased your tickets yet, please do so soon.

More on the News page

Joseph Shirts Round Two

Tuesday, October 9th, 2007

Did you miss out on this year’s Joseph shirt? It’s black with “I Survived the Joseph Ride” in white on the chest and made of a wicking fabric. Very nice for those chill fall rides. I like to wear mine under my vest. Just right.

We will need 12 more ordered, however, in order to place this second order. So we need your intent by Oct. 20th. Place your order by going to Events/Joseph and clicking on the 2007 Shirts link. Or copy and paste the following URL into your browser.

Joseph Shirts

http://twinriverscyclists.org/Events/Forms/JosephShirts.htm

Night Ride looks good this week.

Monday, October 8th, 2007

Tuesday night looks to be a great night to experience a night ride! Temps around 80 daytime, will be a little cooler in the evening. Lights will be needed. Meet at Riverview Marina on Snakeriver Ave for a 6:30 departure.

–Mike

Help on Devil’s Slide

Saturday, October 6th, 2007

I don’t have any data or pictures on this event. I know I took some one year, but they’ve disappeared. I only need one or two.

Can anyone write up a decent summary of this event including what you must do to enter this race?

Pages Updated

Saturday, October 6th, 2007

I’ve been busy this week. Not only is there actual content on the Joseph and Huckleberry pages, but I’ve now got the feedback forms working for folks to let us know they would like to attend a ride, help by driving sag, or volunteer for an event like Bite the Bullet.

When the form is filled out, I get a message. When we get close to the date of the event, I’ll sent out a reminder.