http://nationals.uwcycling.org/

        Re the UW's announced reasons to close Picnic Point to bicycles, something's not right . Erosion could be curtailed by banning bikes, but garlic mustard can be spread by human shoes. Ban walking/hiking, too? Better solution to erosion would be to get the local WORBA (Wisconsin Off Road Bicycling Association) chapter involved and put into place the same type of erosion-preventing trail construction successfully in place elsewhere.

We are looking for volunteers for our new Bike for Life Program at Goodman
Community Center on Madison eastside. Bike for Life is a new summer obesity
prevention program that targets elementary-aged, minority kids. In addition to
biking in the neighborhood, we will also be learning about healthy snacks.

Ages: 2-5 grades.
Group Size: no more than 6 kids
Time: 10-noon and from 1-3 on Fridays.
Days: June 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12.

Contact Diane Schwartz at 279-2157 or email at diane@... for more
information. Volunteer applications are available at www.goodmancenter.org.

Hi,

I am scheduled to be the ride leader for the Bombay Club ride on 08/13 departing
from Olbrich heading to Cambridge.  Unfortunately, I will be out of WI on that
day and am looking for someone to step in for me.

Please consider helping out.  You can e-mail me at jsiebers@....

Thanks,

Jim

OLD SAUK ROAD CLOSED BETWEEN TIMBER LANE AND PIONEER ROAD

 By Mike Gengler, RideChair

As we learned returning from the Black Earth Hilltopper on June 26, Old Sauk Road between Timber Lane and Pioneer Road is closed for construction for the foreseeable future.  According to the Town of Middleton, through which Old Sauk Road passes, the new road will be widened by 4 feet from Timber Lane to Swoboda and by 8 feet from Swoboda to Pioneer.  Although the road will not have dedicated bike lanes, the wider traffic lanes will improve bicycle safety. 

 What to do in the mean time?  The official detour is to take Timber Lane to Mineral Point, Mineral Point to Pioneer (there is a church on the corner) and Pioneer back to Old Sauk.  Note that Twin Valley, used on some rides as a connector from Old Sauk to Blackhawk leaves Old Sauk in the construction site, so it should not be used.  Much of Old Sauk has been widened and is probably a safer route than Blackhawk at this point for most of its distance. 

This incident points up the importance of ride leader scouting of the complete route prior to printing cue sheets.  Club policy requires the leader to drive or ride every part of the route within a few days of the ride.  The map and cue sheet must reflect a safe and open route, even if changes must be made at the last minute.  For example, fresh pea gravel ona downhill should result in a reroute. Water over the road, if more than just a very short distance, should result in a reroute.  We once rode past abridge out on Spring Valley, but the contractor had conveniently positioned boards across the creek so that we could carry our bikes to the other side.  This event provided amusement rather than emotional reactions.  The ride leader who is on the scene has to make the call.  Erring on the side of safety is never incorrect. 

I will be individually notifying all leaders of rides to the west of this situation. 

BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB

Old Sauk Road Detour – July,2011

 Note:  Street signs are visible but are hung low, made of wood and need to be watched carefully.  This route goes through a residential neighborhood with streets designed not to accommodate through traffic.  Therefore, you must make frequent turns.  Also, please go slowly, use caution and show good road manners because you will encounter cars exiting driveways and children playing in the road. Homeowners on these roads are not accustomed to significant bike traffic. 

Usually as ride chair I do not recommend a particular ride -- they are all great
(as is Sunday's Aztalan ride led by Linda Seamars)!  However, I do want to put
in a good word for Ann Pollack and Jan Hansen's Saturday ride from Paoli.  We
moved this ride to a better date (it was in September) so that more people would
be able to participate.  The route is very scenic, somewhat challenging, and
passes through areas that we do not visit on any other rides.  Also, you get to
go to New Glarus for treats.  I hope to see you there.

I received a follow up call today from the Town of Middleton about the detour. 
The town advised me that all vehicles, including bicycles, that attempt to pass
through the construction area (even to Twin Valley) will be ticketed if caught. 
Please follow the "official" detour or the detour posted on this site if using
Old Sauk.

Hello, everyone.  Dairyland Dare is looking for volunteers from Bombay Bicycle Club to serve as Route Split Flaggers at County Road Y and Davis Road on Saturday, August 13, 2011. Four volunteers are requested.  Please see details below.

County Road Y and Davis Road  ROUTE SPLIT FLAGGERS; Donation $100      
        
1 volunteer                 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM   
1 volunteer                 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
1 volunteer                 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM  
1 volunteer                 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
 
This is the route split for the 100K rider return and the 150K and above riders to continue on the course. Volunteers will see all 1,000 riders over the course of the two shifts.  Michelle would appreciate responses by the end of the day, this Friday.  Please contact Michelle Godez-Schilling (608-553-0144).

Save some cash!  Entry fees increase and event shirt orders end on Monday, August 1st.  Act now to register by the end of this weekend for best savings!   

The Bombay Bicycle Club invites you and your fellow bicycling friends to participate in the Wright Stuff Century.  The 30, 64 and 100 mile routes are hilly, but not too hilly in Frank Lloyd Wright country. Proceeds continue to benefit Iowa County Humane Society, Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin, and Bombay Bicycle Club.

Please click here for additional information or visit the Wright Stuff Century website for complete information.  Registration is available through the website and at active.com.  Join us!

[My apologies if you are receiving this message more than once - didn't want to miss anyone!]

Bombay Bicycle Club members,

Does anyone have extra space for 2 bikes + 2 riders heading out (from Madison
area) to the WSC on Sunday?? We'll come to you!!

-kimberly
kj1261@...

Wright Stuff Century 2011 is here!

Sunday, September 4^th

 ·        Registration and packet pickup opens at 7:00 am

·        Multiple lines for pre-registrants

·        Separate line for day-of-event registration

·        The weather looks grand!

I hope you are enjoying WSC recovery day this morning.  With luck, you've made room for one more ride this brisk Labor Day. 

To echo Bill Hauda's comments from last week, please take a moment to consider attending Moving Bicycling Forward in Madison.  Whether you live in Madison or just bike through on occasion this will be an important and informative event.  Plus, we'll gather for food and conversation afterwards.

As your Madison Ambassador for the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin's Share and Be Aware campaign, I want to hear your reactions to the presentations.  I'll use your comments as plans are made for the second year of Share and Be Aware.  I know that many bikers will be enjoying the Paoli Wednesday Night Bike Ride, but with sunset at 7:20 you can still join us at the US Bank Building or The Brink after your ride.

Thank you, 

This should be a blast!  The official list of 7-Eleven team members will be announced soon, but here is a tease… 1986 was Bob Roll's 1^st year on the team.  I have my fingers crossed.

Join me, the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin, and members of that (in)famous 1986 7-Eleven Cycling Team at the 8th Annual Saris Gala on Saturday, November 12th from 6-9 pm, at Saris HQ in Fitchburg!  The Bike Fed makes life better for all kinds of bicyclists throughout Wisconsin and this is our biggest fundraiser. Register at http://www.sarisgala.org.

Also, we need some volunteers for The Gala and other events.  Sign up to help out if a $40 ($50 after Oct 31) is too steep for you, but you still want to go.

• Saris Gala - Saturday, November 12th.  Help support the Bike Fed at the biggest bicycle bash of the year!  The Saris Gala is composed of a silent auction, live auction, raffle, nonprofit booths, food, and fun!  Check out the volunteer page for the full list of volunteer roles.  All volunteers receive a free Saris Gala t-shirt and entry into the event.       

Some other postings at the Bike Fed's volunteer page include:

Bike Valet at the Battle of the Bands - Saturday, October 15th.  2 volunteers are needed for each 2 hour shift. Please email amanda.white@... if you are able to help.

More information about the FREE music festival featuring Panic! at the Disco, Fitz and Tantrum and Plain White T's? These 3 bands will be playing at Willow Island (Alliant Energy Center) is at  www.charter.com/concert

Postering - to be completed by Sunday, October 16th.  Volunteers receive high fives, snacks, and chocolate!

Fed Friends Nite - Tuesday, October 18th.  There will still be free pizza and soda!

Data Sleuthing - Have daytime availability?  Volunteers receive high fives, coffee, snacks, and chocolate!

To sign up to volunteer, email betsy.popelka@....

Last week a woman with an amazing cycling resume walked into TheFit
and expressed interest in teaching some cycling classes for us. We are
working on expanding our schedule so the timing was perfect.  She is a
triathlete who leads Bombay Cycling Club's endurance training rides.  She leads
a very real (as opposed to not real) and technical class.  What I am trying to
say is she is a real rider who will teach a class targeted at real riders and
those who like to train like they are real riders. Katie is open to teach two
days a week and the rides will be either at 5:30am or 5:30pm MW for 1 hour. She
will be leading a
free class later this month (the week of October 24 at one of those
times) to introduce herself and her class to potential riders. I would like to
extend an invitation to you and your cycling friends to give this class a
try.Space is limited so please let me know if you will attend and if morning or
evening classes are preferred.  After all, a great class is nothing without
participants.

--
Jeff Liggon
Rebecca Liggon
www.thefitonmonroe.com
Get fit, Be fit, Stay fit !!

October 20, 2011

For more information, contact:

David Layton, WisDOT Project Manager

(608) 246-3821 david.layton@...

Public meeting for WIS 92 (US 151 to County G) in Dane County

A public information meeting will occur on Wednesday, November 2 to discuss proposed improvements on WIS 92 between US 151 and County G near Mount Vernon, in Dane County. The meeting will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Springdale Town Hall, 2379 Town Hall Road, Mount Horeb, WI  53572.

The proposed project consists of resurfacing approximately five miles of WIS 92 from US 151 to County G. The Deer Creek Culvert will also be reconstructed. Beam guards will be added to improve safety throughout the project. This project is currently scheduled for construction in 2012.

The public is encouraged to attend the meeting, provide input and ask questions concerning this project. 

Bombay Bicycle Club – Fall Meeting

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Why would someone want to bicycle over 33,500 miles through 42 different countries and over 6 different continents with few or no maps?  Ward and Jacky Budweg of Decorah, IA did just that when they sold everything they owned to spend three years (2007-2010) traveling the world on their bicycles.  They visited Europe, Africa, Central America, South America, Australia and SE Asia. The Budwegs returned with a lifetime of memories – a mix of genuine kindness and expressions of generosity interspersed with constant daily challenges.  Times weren't always friendly. 

Hear more about the Budwegs' adventure at the Bombay Bicycle Club Fall meeting to be held Sunday, November 13^th beginning at 5pm at Lussier Family Heritage Center, 3101 Lake Farm Road. 

Dinner and beverages will be provided free of charge to club members. New members may join at the door to participate.  The meeting will include reports from current club officers and officer elections. Drawings for door prizes anda trivia contest (with prizes) will accompany updates from Bicycle Federation of WI and others.  Special thanks to beer sponsor, Ale Asylum! 

This will be a good time to renew your membership for 12 full months from the date of the meeting or from the end of your current expiration date, whichever is later.  

Directions to the Lussier Family Heritage Center: From the Beltline Hwy 12/18, EXIT 264 and go south on South Towne Drive. After the roundabout, continue onto Raywood Road; turn left on Moorland Road; continue on Lake Farm Road. 

 http://www.countyofdane.com/lwrd/parks/heritage/