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Speedtrap Ride Tuesday September 19^th recap

          The Speedtrap Ride brought twenty-eight hardy cyclists to Elmore Tuesday to what turned out to bed an enjoyable evening ride. Skies were completely overcast with rather cool temperatures, but there were no complaints.

          Scott Lang led the Ghost Pepper Riders and reported an average of 23.9 mph.

          Bob Kayden and Toney Mazurek joined forces to lead a combined Cayenne Pepper/Habanero Pepper group ride. Bob reported a riding average of 22.2 mph.

          David Barret, substituting for Todd Pollock, rode out with a group of twelve Jalapeno Riders. A group of ten returned with an average of 18.5 mph. Thank you, David, for leading!

          Two riders fell back to the Sweet Pepper group. No report from that group.

          After the ride, several gathered in the bike shop to celebrate Bob Kayden’s birthday, and to wish him and Becky an enjoyable winter vacation. All enjoyed food, drink, and good conversation, This was Bob and Becky’s last appearance at the Speedtrap Ride in 2023. Happy Birthday Bob, and best wishes to both of you!

          Next Tuesday, September 26^th, will be the last official Speedtrap Ride of the 2023 season. Ride time will 6:05 pm, with sign-in beginning at 5:35 pm

.It will also be vintage bike night, with four categories

Period Correct(original)

Retro Mod

Best in Show

People’s Choice

The winner in each category will get a $25 voucher from Spoke Life Cycles.

The weather forecast for next Tuesday calls for a high of 70 degrees, partly cloudy skies, a 24% chance of precipitation, and (unfortunately) an ENE wind of 12 mph.

Come on  out to Elmore and experience the last official ride of the season, I hope to see you then!

Chuck Nicewonder

Thank you Kathy Metzger for two of the photos below!

 

 

         

The ride for 9/21/2023 START TIME IS 1800 (6PM).  Nights are getting exponentially shorter every day now.  Make sure to outfit your stallions with lights.  Be safe and be seen. This evening's weather is looking better than great!!!  No rain! Lots of sun! Start time temperature predicted to be 77. Winds out of the East at 7 mph gusting to 9.  Because of the early sunset, Group 7 (GLR) led by John Galdeen will be departing first.  Their route will start on the bike path to give the faster groups time to pass without any bike traffic issues. This is the last of 2 rides for the 2023 edition of the 5'fer.  It is not too early to start thinking about 2024.  We will need a ride captain for this event.  If you're interested, please let me or Chuck Nicewonder know of your interest.  Our contact information is: Joe Peltier Email: jpeltier823@gmail.com or 419-376-8347 Chuck Email: cyclistchuck@toast.net Be safe, have fun. Online sign up:  https://toledo-area-bicyclists.ticketleap.com/2023-thursday-5fer/ Tonight's rides and ride leaders: Group 1 (Hot1) - Avg: 24+ mph, 26 mi:    Ben Groves Group 2 (Hot2) - Avg: 22-23+ mph 26 mi:   Tim Eckel Group 3 (Xtra Spicy/Hot 3) - Avg: 19-21+ mph, 26 mi:  John Wodarski Group 4 (Bold Picante) - Avg: 19-21 mph, 26 mi: Traci Bash Group 5 (Spicy Plus) - Avg: 18-19.5 mph, 26 mi:  Keith Group 6 (Spicy) - Avg: 16-18 mph, 24 mi:  Dave/Mark Group 7 (GLR) - Avg: 14-16 mph, 20 mi:  John Galdeen

The Meanderer's are rolling out of Perrysburg this Saturday, Sept 23rd at 8a. We will meet up at the Rotary Community Park (Ft. Meigs YMCA back parking lot) for the 45-mile loop that will run us out and down to Pemberville. Bring hydration and a snack for our mid-ride break. Average speed for the whole route will fall somewhere between 13-15mph with a max rolling speed not to exceed the abilities of the group who shows up to go ride bikes. We hope you'll join us for another fun morning exploring NW Ohio!

Speedtrap Ride Tuesday September 19^th

          The Speedtrap Ride, one of America’s great Tuesday night rides, will roll out again tomorrow, Tuesday, September 19^th, at 6:10 pm from Spoke Life Cycles in Elmore, Ohio. The weather forecast for ride time is a temperature of 69 degrees, mostly cloudy skies, no chance of rain, with a NNE wind of 5 mph shifting to an East Wind of 4mph.

          Scott Lang will take out his Ghost Pepper Riders and will likely average 22 to 24 mph. Are you up to the challenge??!!

          Bob Kayden will lead the Cayenne Pepper Riders with a probable riding average of 20+ to 22 mph.

          Tony Mazurek and Ken South are co-leaders of the Habanero group, and that group will most likely average 20 to 21+ mph.

          Todd Pollock will take out the Jalapeno Riders. That group’s averages have been anywhere from 17 to 19+ mph.

          I plan to ride out with the Sweet Pepper Riders, those who would like to ride at a more casual pace.

          This will be Bob and Becky Kayden’s last appearance at the Speedtrap Ride for the 2023 season. After the ride, Bob and Becky will provide walking tacos for all, as we wish them a great winter vacation, AND to celebrate Bob Kayden’s birthday.

          So come out to enjoy a great ride with some great people, and then enjoy food, drink, and good conversation after the ride.

          Sunset will be at 7:36 pm, so lights, both front and rear, are highly recommended for the ride!

          Sign-in begins at 5:40 in front of the bike shop. I hope to see you then!

Coming Next Tuesday September 26^th: Vintage Bike Night!

Chuck Nicewonder

Important Message - TAB Board Meeting

All TAB members invited

On Thursday, October 5th, there will be a meeting of the TAB board of directors at 6:30 pm at the Perrysburg Way Library(at Louisiana and Indiana in Perrysburg) in meeting rooms A and B downstairs. All TAB members are invited to attend. Come share your concerns and participate in the discussions. I hope to see you there.

Chuck Nicewonder

Speedtrap Ride Tuesday September 12^th recap

          The Speedtrap Ride brought thirty-five hardy cyclists to Elmore Tuesday evening for a great ride on the quiet country roads of Ottawa, Sandusky, and Wood Counties.

          Dan Willis(substituting for Scott Lang) led the Ghost Pepper Riders and reported a 23.6 mph riding average.

          Bob Kayden led his Cayenne Pepper Riders to a 21.4 mph average.

          Todd Pollock led sixteen Jalapeno Riders and reported a riding average of 18.6 mph.

          The Sweet Pepper Riders again split into more than one group. Erik Wineland appears to have been the fastest with a 16.5 mph average.

          There were no Habanero Riders.

          Pictured is first-time Speedtrap Rider Mark Maxwell, who is co-leader, with David Barret, of the Spicy Group on 5fer Thursday. Welcome Mark!

          Also pictured are some Jalapeno Riders on the Road. Thank you Todd Pollock for that photo!

          On this Speedtrap Ride, Joe Peltier, el capitan of TAB’s 5fer Thursday Ride, enjoyed his first ride since his injury in June . Congratulations Joe!!!

          Next Tuesday, September 19^th, predicted are mostly sunny skies, only an 8% chance of rain, a SSE wind of 6mph, and a high temperature of 74 degrees. Sunset will be at 7:36 pm, so front and rear lights will be necessary, especially for slower riders. Please join us! Ride time will be 6:10 pm!

          After the ride we will be celebrating Bob Kayden’s birthday(actually the next day),  For the occasion, Bob and Becky Kayden will be providing walking tacos. This will be Bob’s last Speedtrap Ride before he and Becky leave for their long winter vacation.

          Sign-in next week begins at 5:40 pm in front of the bike shop. I hope to see you then!

Chuck Nicewonder

For this week's Spicy Adventure Ride, we ‘ll start at Keener Park (near the corner of Monclova and Keener Rd) and head west to Delta, trying a few different route ideas along the way. Expect cold temps at the start (around 50 degrees) but gentle SW winds and sun, if the weather forecast is to be believed. Rest stop is in Delta at our favorite gas station. Dan Riley will be handling the leader duties this weekend. Rolling speeds 18-22, depending on group and conditions. Starting time 8:00. See you there!

23-09-16 CW

Reported results for Thursday 9/7/23

We started with three mixed groups due to the low turnout that was driven by the light rain that persisted most of the day.

Groups headed out into a shower and returned to a dry parking lot.  Most importantly, all returned safe.

There are no reported speeds as I played SAG driver to get a rider who had a flat that could not be repaired.

https://toledo-area-bicyclists.ticketleap.com/2023-thursday-5fer/

The ride for 9/14/2023

START TIME IS 1800 (6PM).  Nights are getting exponentially shorter every day now.  Make sure to outfit your stallions with lights.  Be safe and be seen.

This evening's weather is looking great!!!  Zero percent predicted precipitation.  Winds out of the East at 7 mph, gusting to 9 mph. 

Predicted start time temperature is 67.  As we finish, the temps will range from 63 to 65.  Choose your kit wisely.

With the earlier start time, we will probably see some work traffic.  So please use caution on all turns and intersections. 

Be safe, have fun.

Tonight's rides and ride leaders:

Group 1 (Hot1) - Avg: 24+ mph, 26 mi:    Ben Groves

Group 2 (Hot2) - Avg: 22-23+ mph 26 mi:   Tim Eckel

Group 3 (Xtra Spicy/Hot 3) - Avg: 19-21+ mph, 26 mi:  Kris Jensen

Group 4 (Bold Picante) - Avg: 19-21 mph, 26 mi: Traci Bash

Group 5 (Spicy Plus) - Avg: 18-19.5 mph, 26 mi:  Keith

Group 6 (Spicy) - Avg: 16-18 mph, 24 mi:  Dave/Mark

Group 7 (GLR) - Avg: 14-16 mph, 20 mi:  John Galdeen

Regards,

Joe "El Capitan" Peltier

The Meanderer's roll this Saturday, Sept 16th from Whitehouse at 8a. Meet up just across the street from CycleWerks so that we can adventure out for a 46-mile tour through Waterville, Grand Rapids, Tontogany, Colton, Texas and North Turkeyfoot Park (not necessarily in that order though ). Bring hydration and a snack for our rest stop  break. Average speed for the whole route will fall somewhere between 13-15mph, meaning paces could reach 17mph, but we make adjustments based on feedback and the abilities of the group that gathers to go ride bikes!! For safety reasons I am no longer posting routes publicly, so if you want it message me and I'll send it after confirming I know who you are.  Hope you'll come out and ride bikes with us!! If my counts are correct, there are only 6 more Meandering Rides for the 2023 season!!

Speedtrap Ride Tuesday September 12^th

          The Speedtrap Ride, one of America’s great Tuesday night rides, will roll out tomorrow, Tuesday, September 12^th, from Spoke Life Cycles in Elmore, Ohio, at 6:15 pm. Please note the time!

          Scott Lang will lead his Ghost Pepper Riders. If you ride in his group, expect to average 22 to 24 mph. Are you up to the challenge!!

          Bob Kayden will take out his Cayenne Pepper Riders and redturn with a likely average of 21 to 22+ mph.

          Both Tony Mazurek and Ken South will be away, so a substitute leader is needed for the Habanero Riders at 20 to 21 mph.

          Todd Pollock will take out the Jalapeno Riders and average anywhere from 17 to 19 mph.

          The Sweet Pepper Riders are those who would like to ride at a more casual pace. I plan to ride out with the group.

          Although rain is predicted for the morning, it should be gone by ride time, with a 10% chance or less of rain. There should also be partly cloudy skies, a NW wind of 6 mph, and a temperature in the upper 60s. Sunset will be at 7:48, so lights are required for slower riders.

          Only two more official Speedtrap rides after this one! Now is the time to enjoy some quiet country roads with some great people!

          Pictured is Speedtrap rider Sam Weigman, as he appeared on July 20, 2021.

Sign-in begins at 5:45 pm in front of the bike shop. I hope to see you then!

Chuck Nicewonder