Hey, here's some scoop on General Grant you might have not been taught in history class:

 

• In the heat of battle, when his staff officers were full of anxiety, Grant calmly smoked his cigar and never lost his composure. His nerves of steel were a wonder to all around him. He could write dispatches while shells burst around him and never flinch.
•  Since boyhood, General Grant had an aversion to any kind of profanity, noting that it was a waste of time. No off color stories were allowed to be told in his presence.
•  During his lifetime General Grant suffered intense migraine headaches which were sometimes reported as bouts of drunkenness.
•  Throughout his life General Grant had a superstition of retracing his steps. Throughout the war, this superstition turned into an asset in leading troops in battle.
•  And…..he was tone-deaf!

 So, this week, in honor of our tone-deaf-cigar-stroking-migraine-suffering 18^th President of these United States, bring your beautiful selves, and your bikes (and LOTS OF WATER cuz it's HOT!) to Grants Trail as TueXtreme pedals out another Tuesday evening ride!  The "TueXtreme" series are recreational evening rides that take place every Tuesday night at 6PM through various locations in the St. Louis area.  This Tuesday, we will meet up at the Applebee's Parking Lot at 9065 Watson Road.  See the link below for more information on this trail.

 

http://www.bikegrantstrail.com/index.htm

 

The Grant's Trail ride is a great one for all levels of riders and all types of bikes.  Ride at what ever pace is comfortable for you, enjoy the flat, paved trails, the winding curves through the woods, and if you are feeling feisty, chase your buddies up the "challenge hill loop"!  We typically ride around 12 miles or so and then gather back up at Applebees for some food and drinks.  We set out on the trail at 6PM sharp.  As always, helmets are required (bikes the ride easier!)  and if you have any questions or need directions, give me a call! 314-479-8019.   

When: Tuesday 8/07/07

 

Where: Applebee's Parking Lot 9065 Watson Road

 

Ride Departs: 6:00PM

 

See you there!

 

David Ridgeway