First year med-student here, Rhode Island native (Cumberland),
just moved to Bowen ST (right off Thayer).  Interested in going on
some rides soon- hopefully by next weekend I'll be all settled in
my apt.  I've been road-riding solo for a solid 3 years and want to
start getting into group riding- maybe even do racing in the
spring if my schedule permits.

See you on the road soon,
Justin

Anyone interested in going for a ~2 hr ride today (Sat.) at 4:30-6:30. Not too
fast, and not too slow.

Email me if interested.

Craig

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	 Subject: [Brown Cycling] bike rides from Thayer

Rob, the cool repair guy at Providence Bicycle on Thayer, wants
to start rides from the store.  He's leading rides on Wed and
Fri at 7am (yes, seven aye emm).  He plans on friendly rides of
about 25 miles out into Seekonk.  If you want to join, show up
in the alley in front of the store by 7.  He'd like it if you
also called him and told him to expect you; his cell is
9 9 6 1 3 4 7.

He's also leading a ride tomorrow (Sat, July 31) at 7am.

Shriram

Hi.  my name is zak and i'm gonig to brown from california this fall.  I was
wondering if anybody has a mountain bike, preferably a hardtail, that they want
to sell.  If you do, please email me and zak@....
Thanks,
zak

Come One....Come All....Are you out there Arni?

Join me tomorrow (Friday) at 3:30pm for a 1 1/2 hour/level 2-3 ride out
east highlighted by a possible stop at Sunshine Creamery if there is
interest.  Hope to see everyone at Faunce Arch tomorrow.
	 Dan

Hi all:

Given the recent set of new allegations made in the media about doping,
I figured I would emphasize that under NO circumstances should anyone
at Brown (or any cyclist for that matter) even consider the use of
performance enhancing drugs (well other than perhaps an espresso). But
for the record, I also thought I would show how the media distorts
things to find a story:

If you noticed, Lance chased down Simeoni from a break due to their
"dispute". Details are:

> Simeoni, 32, is a key witness in the trial of controversial Italian
> sports doctor Michele Ferrari, with whom Armstrong has admitted
> working in the past. Earlier in the race Simeoni had confirmed his
> intention to take Armstrong to court for defamation

Now Velonews then "factually" remarks on Ferrari's reputation by
stating (this same claim about him has appeared many times over the
past years as evidence of what a slime he is):

> Ferrari has been quoted as saying that EPO was no more harmful for one
> than a glass of orange juice.
>
Now today CyclingNews published the original text of that 1994
interview from which this claim was supposedly taken (again it has been
re-reported for years - but I guess without reading the original
quote):

> Jean-Michel Rouet: Speaking of EPO, do your riders use it?
>
> Dr Michele Ferrari: I don't prescribe this stuff. But one can buy EPO
> in Switzerland for example without a prescription, and if a rider
> does, that doesn't scandalize me. EPO doesn't fundamentally change the
> performance of a racer.
>
>  J-MR: In any case, (EPO) is dangerous! Ten Dutch riders have died in
> the last few years.
>
> Dr MF: EPO is not dangerous, it's the abuse that is. It's also
> dangerous to drink 10 liters of orange juice.

Notice there is nothing about a "glass" of oj. And his comments, while
not perhaps completely as anti-doping as one would hope, are not the
absurd claims that have been attributed to him.

Also, today Tyler Hamilton responded to charges against him:

> Regarding Prentice
> And finally, as if July wasn't a tough enough month for me personally,
> I just want to make something clear.
>
> I arrived home from Paris on Monday afternoon to read the story on the
> Internet some of you have referenced in the guest book on my website.
> A former part-time team physician has made derogatory public
> statements about my former U.S. Postal teammates and me. This is not
> the first time this man has done this. (reference: Gorski incensed
> about drug allegations against Postal team).
>
> It has always been my policy to try to take the high road and keep
> some thoughts to myself. But I also realize there are a lot of young
> cyclists who follow my career, so it is on their behalf that I will
> finally respond.
>
> The claim that I, along with another teammate, approached a team
> doctor and asked him questions about doping products back in 1996 is
> absolutely false. I swear on my wife's life and the grave of my dog
> that I never asked that man about anything of the sort. If you know
> anything about me, you know this is as emphatic as I can be. I'm truly
> saddened to have to respond publicly to such an accusation.

The point of all this? Don't assume that because these people ride at
the top level that they use drugs. These people are role models and
successful because of their hard work and focus!

Happy riding!

-m

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Museum Mile
The Plaza Hotel
Rockefeller Center
Flatiron Building
Washington Square Park
City Hall
Brooklyn Bridge
The Gowanus Canal and Bridge
Prospect Park
Greenwood Cemetery
Brooklyn 69th Street Pier
Shore Parkway Greenway
Verrazano Bridge
Dyker Beach Park
Bensonhurst Park
Drier Offerman Park
Coney Island
Keyspan Stadium
Astroland Amusements
Seaside Park
Holocaust Memorial in Manhattan Beach
Fishing Boats in Sheepshead Bay
Floyd Bennett Field
Canarsie Pier
Highland Park
Ridgewood Reservoir
National Cemetery
Cypress Hills Cemetery
Cunningham Park
Vanderbilt Motor Parkway
Alley Pond Park
Douglaston Park Golf Course
Little Neck Bay
Joe Michael's Mile
Little Bay Park
Throggs Neck Bridge
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
Memorial Field of Flushing
Flushing Bay Promenade
Flushing Meadow Corona Park
Krispy Kreme factory
Astoria Park
Triborough Bridge
Randall's Island Park
Ward's Island Park
103rd Street Pedestrian Bridge
East River Greenway
107th Street Pier
Jefferson Park
Soundview Park
Bronx Zoo
Bronx Park
Fordham University
New York Botanical Garden
Mosholu Parkway
Van Cortlandt Park
Broadway Bridge
Baker Field
Inwood Hill Park
Fort Tryon Park
George Washington Bridge
St. Nicholas Park
Old Canarsie highway
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Brooklyn Museum of Art
Williamsburg Bridge
McCarren Park
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Citicorp Building
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The Ride

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famous waterfronts, the NYC Century Bike Tour shows you the world's greatest
city like you've never seen it before.

The Century is your ride--as challenging or relaxing as you choose, but always
fun and rewarding. All routes have been carefully designed with your safety and
enjoyment in mind. No matter which route you choose, you will be full supported
by experienced marshals and mechanics along the way and plentiful food at scenic
rest stops.

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	 Start/Finish:
	 Central Park's beautiful Harlem Meer at 110th Street and Lenox Avenue

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	 A scenic and family-friendly tour from Central Park to Prospect Park, Frederick
Law Olmsteds green masterpieces. Enjoy riding the majestic avenues of Manhattan,
across the world famous Brooklyn Bridge and through beautiful brownstone
Brooklyn to the carousel in Prospect Park. End your trip at the park or take
advantage of our free transportation back to the start in Central Park. Leave 7
am. Finish 10 am-1 pm.

	  <http://www.transalt.org/calendar/century/see01.html> 35 miles (Brooklyn &
Queens Riverfront Ride):
	 A combination of the 15 mile route and a trip around the world and through time
via the fascinating neighborhoods near the East River in Brooklyn and Queens,
including the museum district in Long Island City. Leave 7:30 am. Finish 11 am-3
pm.

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<http://www.transalt.org/calendar/century/see01.html> 55 miles (Brooklyn Loop &
Queens Riverfront Ride):
	 A very scenic combination of the 75/100 mile and 35 mile routes. Ride through
culturally rich neighborhoods of Brooklyn (including Coney Island!), along the
waterfront and under the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to Canarsie Pier and up
through the historic neighborhoods of upper Brooklyn and Queens. From bada bing
to i-ching and everything in between. Leave 7 am. Finish 11 am-4 pm.

	  <http://www.transalt.org/calendar/century/see01.html> 75 miles (Bay Breezes):
	 A unique tour of the perimeter of Brooklyn and Queens featuring some of the
citys best greenways, from brownstones to marinas to mansions. Take a lap on New
Yorks Kissena velodrome. You wont believe that youre still in New York City!
Leave 6:30 am. Finish 12-4 pm.

	  <http://www.transalt.org/calendar/century/see01.html> 100 miles (NYC Century):
	 The 75 mile route plus great Bronx and Manhattan greenways. The ultimate urban
adventure on two wheels: Four boroughs, two wheels, one day, hundreds of
neighborhoods and cultures. Theres no ride like it. Youve got to ride it to
believe it. Leave 6 am. Finish 12-6 pm.

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  <http://www.transalt.org/calendar/century/cimages/photos/009.jpg> The Goodies

We'll keep you fed and hydrated throughout the ride with tantalizing goodies
provided by our sponsors. Our Central Park finish features music, free massages,
a non-profit fair, and free stylish T-shirts.

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The Raves

I do several organized tours every season and I say with all sincerity yours is
the best of them all.
—Malcolm C., Maryland

Everything ... was superbly well done.
—James L., Massachusetts

I did the ride alone and met lots of great people.
—Tami S., New York

  <http://www.transalt.org/calendar/century/cimages/97unisphere2.jpg> Very well
organized, well staffed and a lot of fun.
—Gary G, New York

Great rest stop snacks!
—Sonja K., Bronx

  The diversity of the course was astonishing.
—Alan M., Brooklyn

The t-shirts were wonderful ... I usually give away bike event t-shirts, but
this time I'll keep it.
—Alfredo G., New York

Everything was first-rate.
—Linda R., New York

  <http://www.transalt.org/calendar/century/cimages/photos/007.jpg>  I've ridden
the Century 4 times ... it's a more beautiful ride every year.
—Norma S, Brooklyn

I had a GREAT time!!
—Craig H, New Jersey

I am sure I saw places in NYC that even the NYPD doesn't know exist. It was a
fabulous ride. My friends and I will be riding (with a bigger group, I'm sure)
again next year primarily to see the things I am sure we missed this year.
—Edward G., New Jersey

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much for another fantastic NYC Century. I rode it for the first time last year
and was stunned at the variety and richness of the route. This year, I was
impressed at the professionalism of the marshals, the variety and quality of the
snacks, the friendliness of rest stop staff, the presence of EMT and police, the
improved route ... was I too tired to notice these things last year? Thanks for
giving me a reason to ride 100 miles! Cheers,
—Jeanette S., New York

Although I lived in the city for most of my 57 years, it was only on the NYC
Century Bike Tour that I got to go through neighborhoods that I had never been
to before in my life. It was truly the ultimate urban experience. Thanks again,
—Marty S., New Jersey

My brother from Michigan wanted to see NYC. He did the NYC Century with my wife
and I ... we all had a great day ... we'll be back next year!
—Andy, Pennsylvania

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walking and public transit, and fewer cars. We work for safer, calmer
neighborhood streets and car-free parks. Some of our recent wins include:

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* Legal bike access <http://www.transalt.org/campaigns/bike/transit.html>  on
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* Elimination of the bike permit requirement on PATH trains
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Hi everyone,

	 I'll be doing a 1-2 hour ride out to Seekonk today.  Level 3-4.
Meet at Faunce at 6 pm.

Rafe

One further note:  A bike trip is the sort of thing that is accessible to
everyone.  There's no "level" assigned to a ride like this.  With modern
technology like maps and route markers, the group can split according to
pace and/or detours, tourist sites, distances, number of preferred ice
cream stops, etc.  And anyone can do a 60 mile ride if they take it at
their own pace and do a little riding the few weeks before, as evidenced
by the Bike and Build crew crossing the US right now!  I really want to
encourage anyone thinking of doing it to give it a shot.  The more the
merrier!

K.

On Fri, 23 Jul 2004, Katherine Stange wrote:

>
> Cyclists of Brown,
>
> I have had questions and suggestions several times concerning the bike
> club doing a two or three day bicycle weekend trip.  Recently, I've
> started daydreaming about this, and I thought perhaps a nice choice would
> be to take three days on the Columbus Day weekend (both of the previous
> two years it's been nice weather), and bike out toward Cape Cod.
>
> Looking at the maps, I think one idea would be to bike out to Myles
> Standish State Forest, near Plymouth (about 60 miles), and set up camp
> there the first night.  Then, the next day could be used to ride out along
> the cape and back, with various route lengths available so people could do
> a greater or lesser distance.  There are lots of tourist sites to see,
> beaches, lookout towers, old mills and cranberry bogs, that kind of thing.
> Leaving camp set up at Myles Standish would make logistics much smoother,
> and we could sleep there again (and roast marshmallows and tell ghost
> stories and the whole shebang), before heading back to Providence via a
> slightly different route.  Most riding would be flat to rolling, and very
> quiet roads.
>
> If you like the idea, please write me and tentatively reserve the weekend
> on your calendar.  I'd be pleased to deal with logistics and routes.
>
> N.B.  There are, of course, things that need working out.  Most
> importantly, getting camping gear & clothing etc. out to Myles Standish
> (i.e. do we make people bring racks and panniers of stuff, or do we beg
> some generous soul to drive (it's a 1 hr drive)?).
>
> Thanks,
> Kate.
>
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Cyclists of Brown,

I have had questions and suggestions several times concerning the bike
club doing a two or three day bicycle weekend trip.  Recently, I've
started daydreaming about this, and I thought perhaps a nice choice would
be to take three days on the Columbus Day weekend (both of the previous
two years it's been nice weather), and bike out toward Cape Cod.

Looking at the maps, I think one idea would be to bike out to Myles
Standish State Forest, near Plymouth (about 60 miles), and set up camp
there the first night.  Then, the next day could be used to ride out along
the cape and back, with various route lengths available so people could do
a greater or lesser distance.  There are lots of tourist sites to see,
beaches, lookout towers, old mills and cranberry bogs, that kind of thing.
Leaving camp set up at Myles Standish would make logistics much smoother,
and we could sleep there again (and roast marshmallows and tell ghost
stories and the whole shebang), before heading back to Providence via a
slightly different route.  Most riding would be flat to rolling, and very
quiet roads.

If you like the idea, please write me and tentatively reserve the weekend
on your calendar.  I'd be pleased to deal with logistics and routes.

N.B.  There are, of course, things that need working out.  Most
importantly, getting camping gear & clothing etc. out to Myles Standish
(i.e. do we make people bring racks and panniers of stuff, or do we beg
some generous soul to drive (it's a 1 hr drive)?).

Thanks,
Kate.

In celebration of these exciting times...I suggest that we ride the first
25 meters of tomorrow's ride at level 2. Hope to see some of your there.
	 Dan

In celebration of a certain exciting change of circumstance involving a
"3" and a "2" and relevant to myself, especially when riding a bicycle,
I'm announcing a ride:

Kate-is-a-cat-too Ride
Wednesday (tomorrow) 3:30 pm
Faunce Arch
Level 3

On the agenda:  West, to the beautiful Scituate roads, then maybe north to
stop by the Lincoln crit before heading home.  Highlights will probably
include Mann School road, which has also seen a certain upgrade recently.
You may also be treated to some stories of Colorado and some intimate
details concerning Cippolini.

*** REMINDER:  Thursday is Bob's Time Trial.  I'm still on a quest to beat
15 minutes.  Come out and try the course yourself.  We'll meet at Faunce
arch at 5:15 pm and take an easy ride out to the course.  *****

Kate.

Guys,

Just to be clear, the Lazy-Hazy ride was yesterday evening (Monday).  If
there's interest, though, we could maybe do another one.

K.

Tonight 5:30.  Blackstone Boulevard.  Paceline ride.  Fun and frolic.

9:00 post ride TdF viewing party at Keg Room, 101 Richmond St.
Providence.

Bruce

Ride, 6:15 pm tonight, lazy and hazy: level 2-3 (everyone welcome), 1.5
hrs, east/flat-rolling, just to spin the legs and enjoy the oppressive
humidity and the smell of the cows that I missed so much this past week
while riding in the Rockies.

Kate.

The smallest (or second smallest, the tour of Jan Mayen may be smaller) nåtional
tour just finished on sunday. The results are in, and it was a most exciting
tour won with only a 9 second lead overall. Much like the tour, the roads were
often blocked by cows, and a multitude (read 3) of spectators filled the
maintain passes. Results and pictures are at http://www.tsf.fo.

Enjoy, Arni

Hi everyone,

	 I'll be doing a longish ride tomorrow, probably around 4 hours.
Will go out to Scituate, exploring some unusual roads.  I'm thinking a
steady, moderate pace (say 15 mph), which makes it a level 3-4.  There
will be some hills involved.  Meet at Faunce at 3 pm.

Rafe

I'm planning to head out from the front of the CIT @ 4:15pm for a ride.
It will be a level 1-2 ride on the Brown Cycling scale.  We will not
drop anyone! Depending on who shows up, will determine where we go ;)

We had two from the Brown Cycling community join us last week and ended
up wandering through some of the "back" roads of Riverside and
Barrington.

Mark

Not Brown related but 6 NBWers showed up at a deserted Keg Room
downtown Wednesday night and had all 12 TVs to ourselves.  Bob Roll
on a 60" screen is a hoot.  Oh yeah, $3.00 pitchers of Molson
Canadian added to the festive mood.

Il Hungover Bruce

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> Is anyone aware of a Brown-related place where one can catch the
Tour coverage live?
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Come and test your time trialing skills, or just come out for a good time, with
Rafe and Ben.  They'll be meeting under Faunce Arch at 5pm.  Also, remember to
bring $6 if you plan on doing the actual time trial.

Later,
Enrique

Howdy, folks. I just joined the list and wanted to introduce
myself. I'm a staff member in Sociology, live in Rumford on the
Sunshine Creamery block, and ride every day to commute, plus a few
more miles when I can squeeze them in around my family time. I
probably won't be able to make most of the club evening/weekend rides,
but hope to catch some of you now and then.

All the best,

Don Rogers

--
  Don S. Rogers  .  Systems Manager & Social Science Research Lab Manager
  Department of Sociology  .   Brown University  .  Providence  .  RI

If anyone needs a place to watch tomorrow's stage live give me a ring. I
will be watching at 8:30am at my place as the mountains start and the race
truly begins to develop. 559-3111

Is anyone planning on going to see the stage at the movie theater in CT on
Saturday?

Dan

Hi everyone,

	 I'll be doing a hilly ride tomorrow, 2-3 hours up north.  Meet at
Faunce at 4.  Should be level 3-4.

	 I'm also wondering if anyone has advice on saddles or, even
better, a spare racing or touring saddle I could use for a bit.  I rode a
Selle San Marco Era saddle -- the first racing saddle I've tried -- for
the whole spring, and it just killed me.  Lots of nasty saddle sores that
never really went away.  I think it's the narrowness that did me in.  So I
clearly need to change saddles, but I have no idea what to look for.  If
you have a saddle lying around (preferably a bit wider than a standard
racing one) and would be willing to let me ride on it for two or three
weeks, I'd be much appreciative.

Thanks,
Rafe

Is anyone going to Pedros Fest in Lanesboro, MA this weekend? If so, does anyone
have room for one boy and one bike?

http://www.pedrosfest.com

-Antonio

In honor of the AAA All-Star game happening this week in nearby Pawtucket
we are holding, weather permitting, and all star version of the Tuesday night
paceline ride.

Tuesday 5:30.  South end of the Boulevard.

Bring your own all-star.

Il Bruce

howdy, Pete here.  '01 Tufts alum, living on the East Side, working
in Bristol, riding regularly in Arcadia and Lincoln Woods.  I'll try
to post rides and can carry 1-2 people and 3+ bikes in my pickup to
the woods.
Should be riding Blackstone too, but my road bike hasn't arrived yet.
Cheers,
Pete W.