Bay View Bicycle Club October Newsletter

BAY VIEW BICYCLE CLUB

VOL. 18 NO. 10 www.bayviewbikeclub.org October 2006
CELEBRATING SEVENTEEN YEARS OF FUN !!!

The Prez Sez

Why Do I Enjoy Bicycling?
That’s not the easiest question! So much depends on individual taste and preference, the way the wheels feel beneath you, the way the scenery flies by. For me, I think a great part of it depends on where the road goes.

Believe me; weather has a play in it also. I like warm and sunny days, but if rain is in the forecast, I’m still prepared to go. It’s the wind that gets me – the wind and snow and ice! I’d rather do hills than bicycle against the wind any day. Yep, I said hills. Got to get up in those hills so my legs appreciate me more. My favorite hilly ride? Thinking it over, that’s a tossup between the Tour of the Mississippi River Valley (TOMRV) and the Hilly Hundred bicycle ride tours.

The TOMRV consists of two routes and is hosted by the Quad Cities Bicycle Club, of which I’m proud to say I’m also a member. Both routes are two-day rides. I usually prefer the shorter of the two, which starts in Preston, IA and is routed to Dubuque and back with plenty of hills.

The Hilly Hundred is in the middle of Indiana, near Bloomington, a state which you might think was devoid of hills, but would be speedily assured of otherwise. The Hilly 100 is also a two-day ride, with a bountiful carbed meal after the first day.

Each ride has all the hallmarks of a splendid journey and destination, complete with the joy of finishing successfully. Plus, staying overnight in college dorms with clean bedding is oddly comforting! (I’m no longer a fan of sleeping outdoors, ‘army’ style, when facing a challenging ride the next day.)

The Horsey Hundred is another two day bicycle tour that circles to and from Georgetown, KY. The

Horsey takes you through rolling hills in renowned horse country. I truly found it the most beautifully groomed farmland and horses ever witnessed by anyone, well worth the gas mileage and price. And it’s educational too! I asked why this particular section of the country is so valued for horses. “Because of the nutrients in the soil and grass,” they replied.

And, lest I forget, right here in our own backyard is Wright Stuff Century ride, starting in Mt. Horeb, WI. Wish I could do that one again. I’ll have to ask my legs first.

Besides all the great food and the fine bicyclists I meet on these trips, I suppose my greatest joy comes when I’m tooling around the countryside and admiring the various barns and farms. It’s only a rumor that I go just to moo at cows! Though I have been told by various people that my animal vocal sounds could win contests. What kind of contests, they refuse to say.

Another thing I like about bicycling is seeing people from all parts of the USA, with the same exercise plan, same wearing of their favorite colorful bicycle jerseys and shorts, and same goals. The various brands and types of bicycles to see is certainly a plus also. When you think of it, where else could a bunch of jocks enjoy such camaraderie than on a bicycle tour? Most astonishing is when you meet someone who is much older and in much better shape. The gender doesn’t matter at that point – it’s the “golden age” that surprises everyone! Kind of wonder where I went wrong. But really, I’m just happy to escape injury or some errant, road-raged driver. Motto: “Share the road - I have rights too!”

Bicycling a considerable distance on rural scenic countryside roads has taken me much further into adventure and excitement than running or jogging ever did. I’ve participated in swimming and running events, but I think I’ve hit my groove with bicycling. After I’m adjusted to my bicycle seat, the hills and overall endurance snap into focus. Ah, yes, those youngsters with legs that must have automatic springs and shocks are nothing more than me, years back... Calling out ‘car back,’ or ‘car up’ or ‘on your left’ are carols that remind me I’m still in the group. I religiously wear my helmet, obey road signs, and courteously pull off the road for rummages and Home for Sale signs. Hey, I need to take a break every so often!

So no more competition for me. I just want plain and simple recreational bicycling with my que sheet in a rural, scenic setting, on a clear, warm and sunny day. I won’t even mention how it stirs my appetite for the next delicious gourmet meal to be devoured. After all, I’ll be losing the results on my next ride!

Yes, I’d rather be on my favorite bicycle dressed in flashy colors alongside my best-ever bicycling partner one could have, the Booper!

See you on the road!
Respectfully,

Jimmy Mamayek,

a.k.a. Jimmysnot

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BVBC OFFICERS

President
Jimmy Mamayek

Vice President
Dan Krall

Secretary
Heidi Aponte

Treasurer
Tom Simonson

Ride Committee Chair
Kent Kelly

Social Committee Chair
JoJo Oroso

Membership Chair
Pauline Ellington

Classic Chair
Sandra “Sam” White

Newsletter Editor
Barb Pier
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STANDING COMMITTEES:

Quartermaster
Jimmy Mamayek

Web Master
Ron Santoro

Nominating
Dick Knepper

Volunteer Committee Expo Chairperson
Gil Krueger

and
Tom Simonson

For up-to-the-minute information regarding
rides, special events, and meetings

BVBC Hotline …………414-299-0317

Hotline Manager: Phil Fellner:

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Change of Address?
Please contact Pauline Ellington via e-mail at

Membership Report
By Pauline Ellington

Current membership is 120, consisting of
117 adults and 3 kids.

We have 3 new members – please make them feel welcome.

Barb Kubal
Jay Marek
Karen Marek

If you know of anyone interested in joining our club, you might mention to them that if they join after October 1, 2006, their membership will run thru March 31, 2008. So encourage them to join now so they can get familiar with our club, enjoy the fall rides, receive the newsletters through the winter months, and participate in some fun social activities.

Need an application?
Click Here for a BVBC membership application
in Adobe Acrobat printer friendly format

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY

October

Ron Vega	October 2
Karen Komassa	October 4
Walter Pretzel	October 5
Michael Sterr	October 8
Donna Pogliano	October 10
Joe Safranski	October 12
Kent Kelly	October 14
Tom Simonson	October 15
Pauline Ellington	October 15
Bruce Pendland	October 16
Jay Payne	October 17
Debra Tuckwood	October 19
John Jr Poznanski	October 19
Bill Meyer	October 21
Janice Cordero	October 28

Pike Lake Hike
Sunday, November 5, 2006

Join members of the Bay View Bike Club and the Nordic Ski Club on Sunday, November 5, 2006 for a late autumn hike through Pike Lake State Park. The park’s nine different hiking trails offer a variety of topography and scenery, including wetlands, woods, open prairies, and glacial terrain. You’ll also have an opportunity to climb the Powder Hill observation tower, which offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. We will hike for about 2 ½ hours and then drive to nearby Harford for an early dinner at the Mineshaft restaurant.

If you’d like to join the fun, you can either carpool to Pike Lake State Park or meet the group there. To carpool, meet at 12:30pm at the Good Hope Road park-and-ride lot (southwest corner of the intersection of Good Hope Road and Highway 45). Otherwise, meet the group at 1:30pm at the bathhouse parking lot on the east side of Pike Lake in the state park. A state park sticker or $7 day pass is required for each car. Remember to bring water and energy snacks. We’ll hike rain or shine, so come prepared for the weather. Call or email Clare Beachkofski at 414-228-0929 or if you have questions.

October Pedal Power Deadline

The deadline for the November newsletter is October 9.
Articles from any club member are welcome!

Barb Pier

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Ride Chair, Ride
By Kent Kelly

Our rides still start at 9:00 am through September.

In October we start at 10:00 am. Please plan accordingly

We have plenty of rides left in this season and we can always use ride leaders. I’ll have the sign-up sheets at the meetings and at rides.

On another very important note: While Heidi Aponte is off on a six-week trip to Germany, I’ll be handling the rider points. So, please return those Ride Sign-up Sheets to me (see address below). This becomes especially critical as we close in on the cut-off for the October Awards Banquet and Election.

See you on your bike.

Contact me, Kent Kelly:
1. At our monthly meeting.
2. By e-mail: (please include BVBC in the subject line)
3. By phone: 414.423.0236 (home - you can leave a message)
4. By snail mail: Kent Kelly, 5611 Churchway, Greendale WI 53129
5. On a ride

Thanks

Ride Schedule for September and October

All September Rides Start at 9am.
All October rides start at 10 am.

For current ride details in printer friendly PDF format, Click Here

Saturday, September 23, 2006
Big Cedar Lake. Rural ride going north through Holy Hill, Hartford and Slinger, long route circle Big Cedar Lake. Ride Distance 27 or 42 miles. Start at Holy Hill. Take I-94 west to US 45 north. US 45 to WI 167 (Holy Hill Rd). West on 167 to Holy Hill. Park in large lower gravel lot.

Sunday, September 24, 2006
New Berlin West. Scenic ride through New Berlin, Muskego, Big Bend, Mukwonago and Vernon. Ride Distance 34 or 55 miles. Starts at Target in New Berlin. Go South on I 43 exit on Moreland Rd., Turn right on Moreland Rd. Turn right into Target’s lot and park in the far east section. The short route is has more climbs than the long route.

Saturday, September 30, 2006
LaGrange - Whitewater. Scenic ride through Southern Kettle Moraine between LaGrange and Whitewater. Ride Distance 30 or 56 miles. Starts from LaGrange General store. Take I-43 southwest to East Troy. West on WI 20 to US 12. West on US 12 to LaGrange. Park in the lot at the intersection of US 12 and Cty. H. Approximate drive time: 50 minutes from Zoo.

Sunday, October 1, 2006
River Hills Roll. Improved route through River Hills, Mequon and Bayside. Ride Distance 26 or 35 miles. Starts at Kletzsch Park. Take I-43 north to Good Hope Rd. Go west one mile to Milwaukee River Pkwy. South in Pkwy approximately one mile to parking lot on west side.

Saturday, October 7, 2006
Windlake. Ride around Windlake and Big Muskego Lake, fairly flat, mostly rural route. Ride Distance 21 or 34 miles. Starts at Hales Corners Park. Take I-43/894 to Forest Home Ave., south west on Forest Home (WI 24) to Janesville Rd. (WI 24), west on Janesville to 116th St. North on 116th St. Left on New Berlin Rd. to parking lot on left.

Sunday, October 8, 2006
Dick's Chili Ride. Club members only, bring a dish to pass, Call to RSVP. Ride Distance 20 miles. RSVP to Dick @ (414) 744-5315 by Friday, October 6, 2006 to get directions to his home.

Saturday, October 14, 2006
Whitnall South. Easy ride into Racine county and back. New for 2006 - additional mileage added. Ride Distance 22, 37 or 58 miles. Starts at Whitnall Park Golf Course on 92nd Street just north of Rawson Ave.

Sunday, October 15, 2006
Sam's Fall Color Ride. Club members only, bring a dish to pass, Scenic ride with rolling hills through Kettle Moraine area around Holy Hill. Ride Distance 30 miles. RSVP to Sam @ (262) 673-7686 by Friday, October 6, 2006 to get directions to her home.

Saturday, October 21, 2006
Dousman Ride. Very scenic rural ride around Dousman area with some rolling hills. Ride Distance 20 or 37 miles. Starts at Bicycle Doctors parking lot. Take I-94 west to WI 67 (Oconomowoc exit), south on WI 67 approximately 3.4 miles, right on Sunset/(WI 18) 1/2 mile, left on Main St. 1.2 miles to Bicycle Doctors parking lot on right side of street or Glacial Drumlin parking on left side of street. 30 minutes from Zoo.

Sunday, October 22, 2006
Greenfield SW. Rural ride going through Muskego, New Berlin and Windlake Ride Distance 24 or 44 miles. Starts at Greenfield Park. Take I-894, exit at Greenfield Ave. Go west to 124th St. Turn Left on 124th and left into park at the Cool Waters Sign. Park in the north lot across from the Cool Waters Pool.

Saturday, October 28, 2006
Hoyt Park. Suburban ride through Elm Grove, Brookfield and Pewaukee. Ride Distance 22 or 38 miles. Starts at Hoyt Park. Take I-94 west to US 45, north to Watertown Plank Rd. (at end of ramp continue straight on Swan Blvd). Stay to the right, road heads North / Northeast. Entrance to Hoyt Park is about one mile on the right.

Sunday, October 29, 2006
Whitnall Park to Currie Park. Easy ride following the Oak Leaf trail. Ride Distance 30 miles. Starts at Whitnall Park Golf Course on 92nd Street just north of Rawson Ave.