Monday, July 30

Wednesday Morning Ride

Let's meet at 8:45 AM at the Dillon Amphitheatre Parking Lot, and ride at 9.  Another ride up to Montezuma and back, maybe for pizza at Jersey Boys.

This will be a B-paced ride.  C-riders may want to bring some friends along, and elect a C-ride leader.  A-riders are welcome to do the same, or ride with the slower group.  

Unfortunately, we did drop a rider on Friday's trek to East Vail, sorry Bob.  

Any suggestions for Friday?  We could drive to Idaho Springs or Georgetown to ride up to Loveland ski area and back.  A 9 AM ride start should get us back to Summit County before most of the Friday traffic, or we could save this ride for next Wednesday.  

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell
alwambach@gmail.com

Tuesday Youth Program Presentation

The last of this summer's Summit Biking Youth Program gatherings is tomorrow, Tuesday, July 31 at 9am at Podium Sports in Frisco. The program before the ride is a presentation, discussion and Q&A by Bontrager/Livestrong Professional Team head mechanic Eric Fosvedt.

Bontrager/Livestrong is one of the most successful pro continental development teams in the US. The team is lead by Eddy Merckx's son Axel, and you'll see them riding in the Pro Cycling Challenge!  Eric's presentation will help us learn more about bike mechanics & maintenance so we can keep our bikes in the best possible shape. 

All Summit Biking members and friends are welcome to attend both the presentation and the ride. It's a wonderful opportunity to learn and to meet the kids involved in our Youth Program. Podium also offers great discounts to all Summit Biking members.

Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at 9am
Podium Sports
Corner of Main & Hwy 9
Frisco

Thursday, July 26

Silverthorne Ballot Issue

The upcoming Silverthorne voter Eminent Domain voter referendum indirectly could have an impact on the future development of the Silverthorne rec path system. As such the Summit Biking Board of Directors developed the following Fact Sheet for members for whom it would be helpful to clarify what a YES or NO vote on the issue means.
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Silverthorne Summit Biking Members/Voters - August 14th election (Ballot Issue #1) affects the completion of the Silverthorne rec path system

 

One of Summit Biking's ongoing priorities is to enhance recreational bicycling opportunities in Summit County.  We've worked tirelessly to create a comprehensive and quality bike path system throughout the county and we will continue our efforts to improve and maintain this system. 

A ballot issue (Ballot Question #1) regarding the town of Silverthorne's power of Eminent Domain is coming up on their August 14th election which could affect the potential completion of the Silverthorne rec path (formally known as "The Blue River Trail System").

Voting "YES" on Ballot Issue #1 would change the law to require the citizens to vote on each eminent domain issue regarding private property, such as the Blue River Trail, as it arises.

Voting "NO" on Ballot Issue #1 leaves the current law intact and allows the Town of Silverthorne to retain its current eminent domain powers regarding private property.

The result of a majority YES vote on this ballot issue would be to significantly delay or possibly prevent the completion of the Blue River Trail Segment 5 from the Silverthorne Elementary School to where it joins the main county rec path at the Dillon Dam.

For additional questions, contact John Taylor at 262-5940, email: johntaylor1712@comcast.net or Don Hansen at 262- 2558.

Wednesday, July 25

Friday and Monday

Friday, let's try another ride up Vail Pass, to Black Lakes, etc.  Depending on who shows up, we could ride down to the old Route 6, maybe down to East Vail, or even Vail Village for lunch.  Starting point, same as last week, the west end parking lot of Frisco, at 9AM.  This is the west exit lot off I-70.  This is a show and go ride, and we will not leave anyone behind.  No drops, frequent re-grouping, and concern for all needs, including mechanical problems or just not as much energy as the stronger ones.  We ride, not race.  Group fun is good fun.  

Monday:

Slight change on timing.  Ride from North Pond to Ute Pass is about 10 miles.  I expect our pace line to go out at 22 mph.  I am leaving at 8:55AM, not 8:30AM.  Those looking for a slower pace, please leave at 8:30AM.  We start the ride up Ute Pass at 9:30AM.  

Picnic back at the North Pond facility.

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell
alwambach@gmail.com

July 30 Bike Ride

Hello Summit Bikers,
 
This weeks ride is to Ute Pass.  There will be two starting points; North Pond in Silverthorne starting at 8:30 am (A group riders -- faster group perhaps with pace line) or from the bottom of Ute Pass road at 9:30 am (where Ute Pass intersects Route 9).   A picnic will follow the ride at North Pond with a grill available for cooking.  Plan to bring what you would like to grill as well as something to share with your friends.  North Pond is located across from the elementary school on the right side of route 9 as you are headed North (intersection of Hamilton Creek and Route 9).
 
Ride safe
 
John Bowyer

Tuesday, July 24

Wednesday Morning Ride

Yes, we are riding.  9AM from the Dillon Amphitheatre parking lot, heading up to A-Basin, and up to Loveland Pass.  We will get picture taking opportunities with the Loveland Pass sign for your Facebook or friends or your personal collection.



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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Sunday, July 22

Monday July 23 Ride

Just a reminder!  Still no grill, as I am handling both the ride and the picnic stuff.  Ready to click and roll at 9:30AM


A ride group to go from the Amphitheatre Parking Lot, over Swan Mountain, to Vail Pass and the Black Lakes.  I will look for a volunteer leader to keep the group connected as much as possible, considering the 12 mile climb.  

B ride group to head out to Montezuma.  I will lead this group.

C ride group to circle Lake Dillon, clockwise. Again, a volunteer to keep the group together would be appreciated.

C- ride group, if desired,  to head to River Run and back.


See you all tomorrow at 9:15AM.


Al Wambach



July 23 Bike Ride

Posted: 17 Jul 2012 04:59 PM PDT

There is a change to the July 23 ride.  Plan to meet at theAmphiteatre Parking Lot in Dillon for rides to be determined.  There still will be no grill but plan to bring a sandwich, a dish to share with your friends and something to drink.  Plan to be at the parking lot ready to ride at 9:30.  Al Wambah has once again offered to lead ride and coordinate the groups.
 
We will divide up into three groups.  The A group will generally be the fastest group (averaging 15 to 17 mph). The B group will be the moderate group (averaging 12 to 15 mph). The C group will be for all others. The plan is to make sure everyone has a compatible group to ride with. 
 
Sorry for the late change but I am still unable to ride and it was difficult to find leaders for a Vail ride.
 
John Bowyer
 

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Wednesday, July 18

Friday's Ride, some changes

Hello everyone,

Thanks for the great ride today to Ute Pass, lots of fun, 26 of us by my count.

Friday's ride is a bit different than some of us chatted about.  

We will meet at the parking lot at West Frisco, off the west exit from I-70 at 9AM.  This ride will head west to Copper, Vail Pass, past the Black Lakes, and all the way down to Vail.  We could find a lunch in East Vail, or Vail Village -- any suggestions?  After a (light lunch on my part) head back up Vail Pass, and back to Frisco. Timing of lunch and time in Vail may be weather dependent.  Bring rain gear for sure.  

Again thanks for not bringing any musical headphones.  Much better and safer for the group ride scenario.  

All we need are some lunch suggestions.  All I really know is Sweet Basil, and that is probably over the top for the bike ride.

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Tuesday, July 17

July 23 Bike Ride

There is a change to the July 23 ride.  Plan to meet at the Amphiteatre Parking Lot in Dillon for rides to be determined.  There still will be no grill but plan to bring a sandwich, a dish to share with your friends and something to drink.  Plan to be at the parking lot ready to ride at 9:30.  Al Wambah has once again offered to lead ride and coordinate the groups.
 
We will divide up into three groups.  The A group will generally be the fastest group (averaging 15 to 17 mph). The B group will be the moderate group (averaging 12 to 15 mph). The C group will be for all others. The plan is to make sure everyone has a compatible group to ride with. 
 
Sorry for the late change but I am still unable to ride and it was difficult to find leaders for a Vail ride.
 
John Bowyer
 

New Incentive for Wednesday Ride (tomorrow)

Bob Gilson will join us tomorrow, and has invited us over to his place after for some homemade ice cream.  See you all tomorrow.

A bunch of us decided that we would do Ute Pass on Wednesday at 9AM.  This week we will meet at the Ponds, just south side of the road at the Silverthorne Elementary School.  Rest rooms and less concern about parking on the School District property.  

This could be a quick ride to the Ute Pass road, with a little pacing.  Expect a B/B+ pace in general.  About 30 miles total.  Extra credit for those who go down to the Henderson Mill, and to the end of the pavement (but do not expect me!).  Again, we will regroup as necessary.  I do not condone musical things from your ears on group rides. We need to chatter and communicate.  Safety is still Number 1.  Conversation is Number 2.

    Bicycling directions to Ute Pass Rd 3D
    Buffalo St/Co Rd 1900/Hamilton Creek Rd
    1. Head northwest on Buffalo St/Co Rd 1900/Hamilton Creek Rd toward Blue River Pkwy
    289 ft
    2. Turn right onto CO-9 N/Blue River Pkwy
    Continue to follow CO-9 N
    10.2 mi
    3. Turn right onto Ute Pass Rd
    5.2 mi
    Ute Pass Rd
Round trip is 30+/- miles, unless you start from home, which I will do.  Any questions?? Give me a call, or email me.

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Monday, July 16

Wednesday Ride

A bunch of us decided that we would do Ute Pass on Wednesday at 9AM.  This week we will meet at the Ponds, just south side of the road at the Silverthorne Elementary School.  Rest rooms and less concern about parking on the School District property.  

This could be a quick ride to the Ute Pass road, with a little pacing.  Expect a B/B+ pace in general.  About 30 miles total.  Extra credit for those who go down to the Henderson Mill, and to the end of the pavement (but do not expect me!).  Again, we will regroup as necessary.  I do not condone musical things from your ears on group rides. We need to chatter and communicate.  Safety is still Number 1.  Conversation is Number 2.

    Bicycling directions to Ute Pass Rd 3D
    Buffalo St/Co Rd 1900/Hamilton Creek Rd
    1. Head northwest on Buffalo St/Co Rd 1900/Hamilton Creek Rd toward Blue River Pkwy
    289 ft
    2. Turn right onto CO-9 N/Blue River Pkwy
    Continue to follow CO-9 N
    10.2 mi
    3. Turn right onto Ute Pass Rd
    5.2 mi
    Ute Pass Rd
Round trip is 30+/- miles, unless you start from home, which I will do.  Any questions?? Give me a call, or email me.

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Monday Ride Picnic

During the quick pick up to leave the rain, a white Target bag with a few ice packs.  Claim please.

Ride was great, nice weather until 20 minutes into lunch.  Next week is a Vail Pass ride, probably from Dillon amphitheatre.  More details later.

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Saturday, July 14

Fwd: Summit Biking Group

Just a reminder!  If you want to car pool, it is 8:45 at the parking lot in the west end of Frisco.

Considering the terrain of the ride, even counter-clockwise, we have a 5 mile climb that will break up initial groupings.  We will not regroup during this climb, until the peak.  It will be more difficult to separate  the A, B, C's and keep the group together.  I suspect a more successful grouping will be picking 5 to 10 co-riders that you will re-group with.  It will be important for several designated sweepers, to insure non are left behind, either from pace, or mechanical breakdowns.  We will go out in the A, B, C's, but I suggest a regroup within 5 miles, and see who is at your pace.  Then pick 5 to 10 "buddies" for you to keep track of for the rest of the ride.  We will not assign leaders at the start, but use this as a Buddy ride instead.

Al Wambach

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July 16 Ride

Posted: 11 Jul 2012 08:48 AM PDT

Hello Summit Bikers,
 
This weeks ride takes us out of the county to Turquiose Lake near Leadville. This is beautiful ride with great views of the lake and the mountains around it. Please be ready to ride at 10 am. We will meet at the Maid of Erin parking area. To get there take route 91 at the Copper exit toward Leadville. As you enter Leadville there will be a Safeway on your right and a stop light. Take a right at the stop light (Mountain View Drive) and follow the signs toward the golf course. As you near the golf course there are signs for Turquiose Lake. Follow these until you reach road 9C, take a right here and the Maid of Erin Parking area is on the left. (If you reach the dam you have driven past the turn.) There is a $5 fee, reduced for those with Access Cards. Fee envelopes are available as you enter the parking area. Please bring a pen to complete the envelope. If this area is full there is free parking near the dam (which is a short bike ride or walk back to the picnic area). To reach the dam go out of the Maid of Erin parking area and take the first right, go past the road you drove in on and park on the right just before the dam. To walk back to the picnic area after the ride follow the path along the lake, it takes about 5 minutes.
I normally ride counter clockwise, control my speed and look ahead for potential problems. Since this is a circle those that want a shorter ride should plan to turn around.
Due to the lake of rain and the fire bans we will not have a grill so plan to bring a sandwich as well as a dish to share with your friends and a drink.
Since this out of the County we will start slightly latter. Those that would like to car pool are encouraged to meet at the west end of Frisco in the parking lot at 8:45.
Al Wambach has agreed to lead this ride and will be looking for some others to assist when the groups split up.  The A group will generally be the fastest group (averaging 15 to 17 mph). The B group will be the moderate group (averaging 12 to 15 mph). The C group will be for all others. The plan is to make sure everyone has a compatible group to ride with.
Ride safe and have fun!  Remember to use hand signals so others can anticipate your move.
 
For those that are wondering my injury is healing nicely and I expect to be able to ride sometime in September.
John Bowyer
 
 
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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Wednesday, July 11

Friday's Ride

Let's visit A-Basin, others may climb to Loveland pass.  If you need more miles, Montezuma is an add in.  
Start at Dillon Amphitheatre parking lot at 9AM.  If any would like, we could do a pizza and beer in Dillon at the end.   I am still not fully back from my cold, so not extending the ride any further.  See you Friday.  

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

July 16 Ride

Hello Summit Bikers,
 
This weeks ride takes us out of the county to Turquiose Lake near Leadville. This is beautiful ride with great views of the lake and the mountains around it. Please be ready to ride at 10 am. We will meet at the Maid of Erin parking area. To get there take route 91 at the Copper exit toward Leadville. As you enter Leadville there will be a Safeway on your right and a stop light. Take a right at the stop light (Mountain View Drive) and follow the signs toward the golf course. As you near the golf course there are signs for Turquiose Lake. Follow these until you reach road 9C, take a right here and the Maid of Erin Parking area is on the left. (If you reach the dam you have driven past the turn.) There is a $5 fee, reduced for those with Access Cards. Fee envelopes are available as you enter the parking area. Please bring a pen to complete the envelope. If this area is full there is free parking near the dam (which is a short bike ride or walk back to the picnic area). To reach the dam go out of the Maid of Erin parking area and take the first right, go past the road you drove in on and park on the right just before the dam. To walk back to the picnic area after the ride follow the path along the lake, it takes about 5 minutes.
I normally ride counter clockwise, control my speed and look ahead for potential problems. Since this is a circle those that want a shorter ride should plan to turn around.
Due to the lake of rain and the fire bans we will not have a grill so plan to bring a sandwich as well as a dish to share with your friends and a drink.
Since this out of the County we will start slightly latter. Those that would like to car pool are encouraged to meet at the west end of Frisco in the parking lot at 8:45.
Al Wambach has agreed to lead this ride and will be looking for some others to assist when the groups split up.  The A group will generally be the fastest group (averaging 15 to 17 mph). The B group will be the moderate group (averaging 12 to 15 mph). The C group will be for all others. The plan is to make sure everyone has a compatible group to ride with.
Ride safe and have fun!  Remember to use hand signals so others can anticipate your move.
 
For those that are wondering my injury is healing nicely and I expect to be able to ride sometime in September.
John Bowyer
 
 

Monday, July 9

Wednesday Ride

Let's try Swan Mountain and up to Vail Pass.  There will be possible places to peel off if you are tired or short of time.  This will be a bit stronger, faster hill climb attempt as some of us are improving our conditioning.  I will ride down from Wildernest, pickup Silverthorne area people about 8:45AM at the ball-field side of the Outlet parking lot, then ride up the switchbacks to Dillon.  A 9AM pickup of those at the Dillon amphitheatre parking lot, then on to Swan Mountain, clockwise.  Then right on the path, by the high school, around past the hospital and up to Copper and beyond.  

One note, please do not use headphones for music on these rides.  
 

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Saturday, July 7

Monday, July 9 Ride

Hello Summit Cyclists,

Monday's ride will be more of a Club type group riding.  The A-Ride will be Lead by David Brunk and a volunteer to be named and will head up towards A-Basin or Montezuma.  The B-Ride will be Led by Al Wambach and Roberta Dakan and will head up to Vail Pass.  The C- Ride will be Led by Dave and Lenore Kreutzer and will head up towards Breckenridge.  All rides will return to the Dillon Picnic area by the lake for a noon picnic.  

The ride will be preceded by a technical talk from Team Managers at 8:50AM. Brad will discuss clothing and hand signals.  Team Managers is located across from the Holiday Inn off the Dillon Dam Road in Frisco.

Please read the article below, regarding the "rules of the road" for Group Riding.  We all will be learning how to adapt this concept to Summit Cycling.  This is a learning process that may take our group a few weeks to work together.  Choose your ride group carefully, and we will adopt a "No Drop" approach to our rides.  There will be frequent re-grouping, assistance to those with mechanical problems, and good communication among all in the ride group.  Riding in  a group requires some experience with your peers.  Learn to understand and respect the individual riding behaviors.  

Riding as a group will improve the social communication as well.
 





Basic Skills for Group Riding

By Gale Bernhardt • For Active.com

 

 

You don't have to be a competitive cyclist to enjoy the benefits of group rides. Utilized correctly, regular group sessions can motivate you, improve your fitness and make any ride more enjoyable. However, if you lack the technique or the fitness to ride with a group, the experience can be frustrating and leave you riding alone. In a worst case scenario, lack of skills causes you to crash, perhaps taking others down with you.

To help you get started, let's look at a few group ride basics.

Finding a group for you

When you search for a group to ride with, find out their general policies. Some meet for "no-drop" rides. This means that no rider is left behind and you can count on an experienced rider to stay with you. Inquire if someone in the organization teaches group riding etiquette.

Another option is to join a drop-in ride. These often begin in the parking lot of a local bike shop, with the pace of the group determined by the individuals or specific goals of the ride. Often, there are designated A, B and C groups to accommodate differences in riding speed.

The third most common choice is a race thinly disguised as a group ride. These are usually the fastest and most aggressive rides available. These rides are for very experienced cyclists and carry catchy names like, "Everyone Gets Dropped", "Ride Till You Puke" and "Wednesday World Championships." You have been officially forewarned just by reading the title.

Your local bike shop is a good place to start if you're looking for a group ride in your area. Most are associated with a club, bike shop or racing team.

Basic skills

A few basic skills are needed in order to successfully ride with any group. You must be capable of riding a straight line, controlling your speed, anticipating possible problems and watching the road ahead of you. At the same time, be alert for activity in your peripheral vision.

Hold your line -- If you have watched a professional cycling race, you know that every rider needs to "hold a line." This means that cyclists need to be capable of riding a line parallel with the edge of the road.

Practice this skill by riding 12 to 24 inches to the right of the white shoulder line while trying to keep parallel with that line.

The slipstream -- Some group rides practice staying together as one large mass—more or less—with little movement among the group.

Other group rides incorporate pace lines—or some version thereof—into their sessions. In its most basic form, a pace line occurs when one rider pulls a line of other riders behind them. Each person follows the rider in front of them by staying within a few inches to a few feet of their leader's rear wheel. This area of least wind resistance is known as a slipstream.

Staying in the lead rider's slipstream is called drafting. Riders that are in the draft position save upwards of 30 percent of energy compared to the lead rider. If you've ever had a chance to draft, you know that riding 20 miles per hour is significantly easier when you're following rather than leading. The difference is even more pronounced in a head wind.

Control your speed -- The lead rider in a pace line can stay at the front for just a few seconds or for several minutes. When you join a group that is rotating the lead position and it is time for you to lead, resist pouring on the gas to show everyone how strong you are. A pace line is happiest when the pace is steady. Fast accelerations or jerky braking motions disrupt the line and can cause a crash.

Keep eyes and ears open -- The first person in the group can see clear road. Thus, they need to point out road hazards—as do the rest of the people in the line. Pointing out hazards and verbal communication skills are important. For this reason, do not use headphones in a group riding situation.

When you are following someone, avoid getting a visual fixation on their rear wheel. Look several feet ahead, keeping the distance between your front wheel and the rider ahead of you in your peripheral vision. Watch for road hazards as well as motion to either side of the pace line.

Listen for cars approaching from the rear. A rear view mirror mounted on your helmet or glasses can be very helpful when watching for cars.

Maintain the pedaling motion of the other riders in your peripheral vision. Watch for sudden changes in cadence—this usually signals some sort of problem.

Anticipate problems -- If you are riding in windy conditions or it is a hilly course, anticipate changes in the group or peloton. When the peloton changes directions, sometimes the weaker riders are no longer sheltered from the wind and they fall off the pace. The same is true for a hilly course. Riders that can usually stay with the group on flat roads can fall off the pace on a hill.

Get accustomed to watching for signs that a rider is struggling. This includes having difficulty finding the right gear, breathing like a steam engine or constantly looking over their shoulder.

You don't want to be stuck behind a struggling rider if you are feeling strong. Pay attention to the signals so you can maneuver yourself into a good position.

Practice

This column just scratched the surface of group riding skills. Once you master the basics, you should continue to hone your skills. A good resource on mass riding is Racing Tactics for Cyclists by Thomas Prehn, even if you are not a competitive cyclist. Remember: in group rides smart riders often have the advantage over strong riders.


Al Wambach and Steve Ladin

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Thursday, July 5

Friday Ride this week

We will be riding from Silverthorne Elementary School at 9AM, up to Ute Pass.  Expect a 15+ pace, considering the long flats.  We will regroup as necessary to keep the group intact, with the hill climb being the exception.  We will regroup at the top of the pass.  The biting flies have been troublesome on the Ute Pass Road, consider some bug repellant in addition to your sun tan lotions. 
 
A further note:  You may have read that Steve Ladin and I will be organizing the Monday rides for a bit.  We will be restructuring these rides to be more Club oriented objectives.  Ride groups of varing speeds and distances will require some leaders for each of the A, B, C levels.  We are looking for volunteer leaders for this Monday.  As John Bowyer, indicated, we will meet Monday at Team Bicycles, in Frisco at 8:50.  Steve and I will be there ahead of time, hoping to have some volunteer leaders that we can meet with for a few minutes.  One change from John's note, the 3 groups will go in different directions and be separate.  A Group will head to Montezuma or A-Basin, B Group will do Vail Pass, C Group will head to Breckenridge. 
 
We will be sending more information about Group riding, in the next couple days.  Please respond to me if you are willing to be a leader for this Monday ride.

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell

Wednesday, July 4

July 9 Ride

Hello Summit Bikers;
Next week July 9 we will have arranged technical talk from Team Managers prior to our weekly ride. This year I have asked Brad to discuss two topics, clothing and hand signals. Many clubs use hand signals as a way of indicating hazards, turning and stopping and it should make for improved safety on our rides.
Plan to meet at Team Managers in Frisco at 8:50. Team Managers is located across from the Holiday Inn off the Dillon Dam Road in Frisco. The discussion will be in the shop so leave the bikes outside. At approximately 9:30 we will prepare for the ride either up Vail Pass or to Copper.
This week we are going to institute a new structure for our rides similar to what some other bike clubs use. We plan to break the group into three sections, with an A, B, and C group. We plan to have a leader and a sweep with each group. The A group will generally be the fastest group (averaging 15 to 17 mph). The B group will be the moderate group (averaging 12 to 15 mph). The C group will be for all others. The plan is to make sure everyone has a compatible group to ride with.  Allen Wambach and Steve Laden will coordinate the effort Monday at the start of the ride since I am still on crutches.  They will be looking for volunteers to lead and sweep for each of the groups.  If you have an idea of which group you want to ride with and are willing to help Let them know.  It may take a couple of weeks to get into the proper groups but over time this should lead to a better experience for all of us.
After the ride at approximately noon plan to picnic at the Dillon Ampitheatre in the shelter over looking Dillon Reservoir. There will be no grill as the fire danger is currently so high we felt it was unsafe to have a grill even in a controlled space. Please plan to bring a sandwich and something to drink as well as a dish to share with your friends. Plates, napkins and condiments will be available.
Optional rides still occur on Thursday afternoon and Sunday morning. See the Summit Biking Calender for details. In addition, other rides are being arranged by Allen Wambach with emails announcing where and when these will be held. Summit Biking's Youth program is off to a great 2012 season and riders are encouraged to join these rides as often as possible. The full schedule of youth rides is posted at http://summitroad.wikispaces.com/ .
John Bowyer

Monday, July 2

Next Ride

We had a great time today, about 30+ of us.  Not possible to keep a group this size together, but it appeared that all did pretty well.

I am CANCELLING ride for July 4th, Wednesday.  Too many other things going on.

The next ride will be Friday, July 6th from Silverthorne Elementary School, to Ute Pass.  This is a rec path FREE ride, to avoid the vacation crowd.  Wheels roll at 9AM, so be a little early.  This should be a smaller group, and we will regroup and ride as a group, as much as possible. Again, no drops, so if you hang behind, we will wait and bring you along.  Last Friday's ride included 11, until I had to drop out with my cold.

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Al Wambach
PO Box 2324
60 Twenty Grand Court, Wildernest
Silverthorne, CO 80498-2324
610-613-1390 cell