No ride today

The Brandywine ride has been canceled due to rain. We are choosing to be responsible as riding wet trails causes trail damage. See you next time!

April showers bring ride cancellations

The Saturday rides are canceled due to wet weather. See you Monday night!

Casual Tuesday

Threats of rain and very high winds have us pulling the plug on the D ride tonight. In the meantime, we have a D ride on Saturday at 8am!

Ride Time Change

The Saturday road ride moves to 8am this weekend. Sadly, this in NOT an April Fool's joke. All rides (D, C and B) go off at the same time.

D= 22 miles at 12-14 mph, C= 35 miles at 14-16 mph, B= 38 miles at 16-18 mph.

Most weeks, members of the B group opt to do extra miles, so come prepared for up to 50 if you'd like to join the overachievers and do some extra miles!!

Now, cross your fingers for better weather.

Patty

No woods, yes road

Barring precipitation or temps in the teens tomorrow, we are meeting at the bike shop at 9a for a 2.5 hour road ride. The Brandywine ride is canceled until April 24th. I will be road riding in Spain in early April and don't want to risk injury before the trip. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Patty

Sleep in this Saturday

Looks like the winds will be dangerous, so we are choosing to cancel the Saturday rides for safety reasons. Check this out, they're calling it a High Wind Event. Just when we thought it would be nice riding weather...

A HIGH WIND WARNING MEANS THAT A HAZARDOUS HIGH WIND EVENT IS EXPECTED. SUSTAINED WIND SPEEDS OF AT LEAST 40 MPH OR GUSTS OF 58 MPH OR MORE.

Get your indoor chores done this weekend, as it will be great riding weather really soon.

Patty

We'll be riding soon

This yucky weather and these icy roads will soon be a distant memory. Todays rides have been canceled for safety. Put March 14th on your calendar. The weeknight rides start in 37 days!!

I know you know this, but...

The Saturday rides have been canceled. One day soon, there will be sunshine, warmth and streets filled with laughter, not snow... But for now, we ride inside.

Think spring,
Patty

Too cccccold

Sorry kids, the AW ride has been canceled due to extremely cold temperatures. We will try again next week...

Too icy

Once again, for the sake of safety, the Saturday morning ride is canceled. Cross your fingers for the weather to change and get rid of this snow and ice... Hope to see you soon!

Beginner mountain ride...canceled

The snow is falling and is supposed to continue, so we are canceling the 2p Beginner Mountain Bike Ride at Gloucester Twp Park.

Saturday ride is canceled

Old Man Winter just keeps coming to visit. There is light snow falling and the 'feels like' temp is going to be 23 at 9a so, therefore, I have no option but to cancel the road ride. The good news is that we are only just over 60 days away from the weeknight rides starting!

Rules of the Trail

The unseasonably warm weather has given us lots of melt-down, thereby making our beloved Brandywine trails too wet to ride Sunday. As much as we all want to ride, we need to abide by the rules of the trail and stay off them when they are in this condition. Camden County College might be in better shape as it dries much faster than other area trail systems. Or be completely sure and hit the road!

Happy New Year to you all and see you soon,
Patty

Weather guessing

Based on forecasts that include Weather Warnings about dangerous travel, I am forced to be the responsible party and cancel the group ride at Brandywine today. Even if only small amounts of snow fall early on, travel on the way back home could be "dangerous" (according to the forecasters). Thanks for understanding. I really want to go but feel like I need to make the decision for safety. See you all soon!

In the name of safety...

The Saturday morning ride has been canceled. The temps were very low overnight and the real feel is still below 25 degrees. Anything that had a chance to melt yesterday is likely now ice on the road. Sorry for disappointing those who wanted to head out today but we need to make the call based on the safety of our riders.

Tuesday Nite MTN ride canceled

The Tues Mtn ride at Camden County for 12/14 is canceled.

Seeya next week.

Thanksgiving ride

Based on forecasts, radar maps and dark skies, I am canceling the holiday ride. The temps are too cold to risk getting everyone out there and having the forecasted rain start to fall. I want to wish everyone a wonderful holiday and I will see you Saturday morning at 9am.
Although closed today, the shop is open Friday from 10-7p for all of your shopping needs. Don't forget to stop by on Small Business Saturday. Register with American Express and they will credit you $25 for shopping at a small business and using your AmEx card.

Saturday D ride starts again in the spring

Thanks go out to all the D riders who came out on Saturdays for our group rides! The C and B groups will continue through the winter and the D group will start up again in the spring. Please join us in the woods on Saturday afternoons at 2p, starting November 6th, for a Beginner Mountain bike ride. Stop in or call the shop for more information.

The Saturday C and B rides move to 9a starting November 6th.

Extending the season

We had a change of heart, the Monday and Thursday road rides will go off this week at 5p!! And now, this will be the last week for our evening rides. Thanks for a wonderful season of riding!

Forecasted heavy winds

With safety in mind, I feel it necessary to cancel the Saturday ride. The prediction is for 20-30mph winds with heavier gusting over the next bunch of hours. Sorry for any inconvenience...

Tuesday Night Lights

Grab your bike and your lights and join Adam at Gloucester Twp Park (Next to Camden County College on Peter Cheeseman Rd) for a 7pm mountain bike ride. Follow the park road back and it's the first lot on your left. Call the shop for details. 856.468.5115

Mountain ride moved

The Sunday mtn ride is moving to Camden County College for tomorrow. I'm concerned that the Brandywine will be too muddy. The Monday/Thursday night road rides will roll at 530p this week! See you on the trail/road.

Park Tool School dates...

New Park Tool School dates have been announced. Check out the schedule and sign up now, class sizes are limited to 4!

Tuesday Night D Ride Cancelled

Monday's road ride

The Monday night ride has been canceled based on unfavorable weather predictions and 'green' all over the radar. It's already getting dark early, to have gray skies and potentially foul weather added to that is dangerous. Thanks for understanding. We will roll Thursday night at 6p if the weather allows.

New Rules!

It's that time of year again where daylight is fleeting. We institute new policies at this point to help maintain the highest possible level of safety. To that end, all riders must have a functioning, rear blinking light on their bike to participate in our evening road rides. If you don't have one, please plan ahead or pick one up at the shop before the ride. In addition, our normal "everyone stops for a flat" policy does not apply this late in the season. We need every minute of daylight to get our riders home on time so please be prepared to fix your own flat and get yourself back. Thank you for understanding and being prepared!

The Sunday ride

Rob's Sunday road ride has been canceled for rain. Join us Monday night at 6p. Don't forget your rear blinkie light. They will be required on all evening rides from here on out. Thanks!

Ride canceled, pizza is still on

The radar is showing a big storm heading our way so we are going to cancel the ride and focus on eating pizza. We have moved the party start time to 6p. Come play!

Follow us on Facebook!

You may have noticed fewer blog posts lately - that's due to most of our daily updates being done on our facebook page-  (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Deptford-NJ/Action-Wheels-Bicycle-Shop/47486207634) so check it out!

You will still find ride cancellations and updates on our blog, but most other news, pics and events will be found on 'the Facebook.'

Rain, rain, go away...

Looks like some heavy rain possible this evening, so we've decided to call the Monday night ride...seeya Thurs!

Weather guessing

Looking at the radar, we have decided that it wouldn't be prudent to head out on the road this morning. Looks like some nasty weather headed our way. It would be so much easier if it was just raining on us right now. But someone has to make a decision, and so we have decided to cancel. Enjoy your day and best of luck to everyone doing the ACS ride or the GCC mountain bike race tomorrow!!

See you soon,
Patty

Zipp 101's!

One of the hot new wheelsets of the season has arrived: the new Zipp 101's.

Tuesday Night D Ride Canceled...

Due to the extreme heat today we are canceling the Tuesday Night D Ride...seeya Saturday!

OOPS!!

I meant to say see you at 8a!!

It's NOT raining!

The weather guessers were off again (at least they're consistent) and it looks like the weather will be fine for our Saturday morning ride. See you at 9a!!

Patty

Rain out

The Brandywine ride has been canceled for rain. We will try again next week.

Patty

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Tues Night D Ride canceled...

Tues Night D Ride canceled due to rain

Sunday Mtn Ride

Today's ride at the Brandywine is canceled due to rain. If the current forecast holds (haha), we will be out there next Sunday morning at 9a.

Tuesday Night Ride (4/13)

Canceled due to wet weather.

Monday Nigth Ride Canceled for 3/29

Tonight's Monday Night ride is canceled due to the rain...but it's looking great for Thursday! Seeya Thursday Night at 6PM!

Going for it

It will be a rude wake up call after such nice weather, but we are going to give it a go this morning. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately. It's going to be a cold one but we will have the sun working in our favor. See you at 9am!

Next Saturday, we go back to starting at 8am...

Thanks.

Tues. Night Mtn Ride Cancelled

Due to the rain yesterday and the continuing rain today, the Tuesday Night Mtn Ride at CCC is cancelled. Boo.

Monday Night Ride for 3/22

Tonight's Monday Night Ride (3/22) is cancelled due to the rain :(

Seeya Thursday night!

It's official

I am officially sick of having to cancel our group rides. That said...it is with sadness in my heart that I cancel the first Monday night ride of the season. Looks like good weather the rest of the week. Thursday night will likely be our 2010 inaugural weeknight ride. Join us at 6p in the AW parking lot for an abbreviated version of the regular loops.

Yay!!

Not ready yet

It's still a bit too wet for us to head for the woods. So the Sunday Brandywine ride will not go off today. If we have dry weather for a bunch of days, we might find that it is ready by next weekend. Stay tuned. Thanks!

Sunny and dry!

Looks like we will be taking it to the streets tomorrow, as the weather looks to be sunny and dry. There will still be a chill in the air, so check the forecast and dress appropriately. Can't wait to get back out there and ride. See you at 9am for both B and C groups.

North American Handmade Bicycle Show 2010

Spent the weekend in Richmond looking at some of the most beautiful pieces of functional art I've ever seen...thought I'd share a few of my faves:

http://web.me.com/cathartes_aura/Site/NAHBS_10.html

Old news

It's snowing this morning, so our attempt to get out today has once again been thwarted. We will try again next weekend...

New ride plans

The 9am Saturday road ride is canceled. We will roll just a B+ group tomorrow (as I have no C group leader) at 11 am. This will give the roads a chance to be more clear. If we find that the roads are slick and dangerous, we will turn back. Keep this in mind if you are coming in from a distance. It is most definitely ride at your own risk. The roads were fine last week but we aren't sure what to expect tomorrow.

Just to be safe

The 9am Saturday morning ride has been canceled. We want to make sure the roads are safe enough for our large group of multi-level abilities before we hit the road. Fingers crossed for next week!

Thanks!

Sorry for any inconvenience, but due to the weather AW will be closed Thursday February 11th.
We will be all dug out and open 10 AM Friday morning.

Another one bites the dust

The 4" of snow in Wilmington, combined with the unknown condition of the roads and a 2 degree real feel temperature, have me throwing in the towel on yet another Sunday mountain bike ride. I don't want to put anyone in harms way and I know that if I say Let's Ride, some of you will join me. So, until next weekend...

Another one bites the dust

The 4" of snow in Wilmington, combined with the unknown condition of the roads and a 2 degree real feel temperature, have me throwing in the towel on yet another Sunday mountain bike ride. I don't want to put anyone in harms way and I know that if I say Let's Ride, some of you will join me. So, until next weekend...

Sunday Beginner Ride

Due to rain, snow, cold, extreme winds- it's something every week- we are discontinuing the Sunday beginner mountain bike ride. It will hopefully start up again closer to spring when our order of non-stop sunshine and warmth arrives. Thanks for your understanding.

Rain out

Although it's not raining here, yet, the forecast shows rain at ride time so we are canceling both the beginner mountain bike ride and the Brandywine ride. Sorry kids. I don't want to drag you all to the parking lot only to have the rain start. Maybe if it were warmer...

Join us Monday morning at 9a for a 40 mile road ride. If you have off for MLK Day off, you can spend it with us!

One more time

The beginner mountain ride has been canceled again for extreme cold. Next weekend looks like a heatwave- in the 40s! So look for us then.

The Sunday Brandywine ride will go off at 9am. Meet us in the parking lot behind the Courtyard Marriott for a 2 hour ride. I received an email saying that the trails are in perfect condition so it should be a cold but very fun ride. See you there.

Patty

Pulling the trigger

I'm not going to wait until tomorrow morning to tell you that the Saturday morning road ride is once again canceled. The light coating of snow has led to icy patches and the wind chill is going to be painfully low. Maybe I should start posting when we ARE going to go instead of when we aren't. It would be easier...

Winter Hours...

...are in effect:

Mon-Fri:  10-7
Sat:         10-5
Sunday:   12-4

Yes for one, no for the other

The Brandywine ride is on as scheduled for Sunday morning at 9a. Meet in the parking lot of the Courtyard Marriot on Rt 202, around back. About a 2 hour ride. Lots of climbing.

The CCC beginner ride has been canceled due to very cold temps and wind speeds. We don't expect our beginners will enjoy that stuff.

Don't forget to grab your light set and join us in the woods at Camden County College on Tuesday night at 7p.

Call the shop for more info or to borrow lights. 856.468.5115

thanks,
Patty

It's a no go

With a "feels like" temp of 15 degrees and winds gusting up to 28 mph, I once again feel compelled to cancel the Saturday morning road ride. Stay tuned for info on tomorrow's mountain rides. We will see what the weather brings tomorrow.

First 2010 AW Park Tool School

7 hour novice course, which will consist of two 4 hour sessions on consecutive Sundays (9am - 1pm) Topics covered include:

• Tool selection, shop set up and lubrication
• Wheels, tires and tubes
• Brakes adjustment and maintenance
• Derailleur adjustment

Sessions run from 9:00 AM - 1 PM on two consecutive Sundays. Class size is limited to 4 students. Cost is $125.00 +tax ($133.75, due at registration.)

Participants get the chance to learn by working on their own bicycle. Cost includes the Park Tool School Student Manual.

Offered:
January 31/February 7

Ride canceled

Sorry kids- the extra wet holiday week has led us to pull the plug on the Tuesday night mountain bike ride. We will hopefully see less precipitation in the coming days and New Year. Stay tuned to our shop email and Blog for current ride info.

2010 We The People Bikes...

...have arrived! Just in time for the holidays!

More rain

With an 80% chance of rain in the forecast, I really have no choice but to cancel the Sunday morning mountain bike rides. If it was warmer out, I might take a chance on it not being accurate and trying to get the rides in. But with the cold temps, no one will be happy if we are mid-ride and it starts to come down. Thanks for understanding.

Wind chill and woods rides

The "Feels Like" temperature is going to be about 20 degrees at 9am this morning, so we are canceling the Saturday morning road ride. Looks like it will be a bit warmer this afternoon, so get your to-do list done this morning and fit a ride in later today.

Join me in the woods at Brandywine tomorrow morning, on the dirt at 9am, for a 2 hour intermediate mountain ride. It's a little rocky and there is a lot of climbing. Find us by taking the Commodore Barry Bridge to 95S, to 495S, to the exit for Naaman's Rd. Rt 92W (right turn off the exit). Follow about 15 lights to Route 202 and turn left. Less than a mile down the road on the right is the Courtyard Marriott. We park all the way around back. It's about 30 minutes from Action Wheels.

Our beginner mountain bike ride is in the woods at Camden County College at 10am tomorrow morning. You can get a nice taste of mountain biking without the rocks and climbing. This group meets in the park right next to the Blackwood campus of the college. Rob is your group leader. For directions go to: http://www.camdencc.edu/campusdirections.htm

For more info, please call the shop 856.468.5115

Too much rain

The extra nasty weather has left me with no option but to cancel our Sunday morning beginner ride. Sorry kids, but we don't want to damage the trail system. The next ride is our Tuesday night mtn ride at CCC. Grab your lights and join Adam at 7p for a fun night ride!

Crying foul

Due to the wet ground and the prediction of foul weather all morning, the Saturday 9am road ride has been canceled. Looks like some sun in the forecast for tomorrow, so get your indoor errands done today and get out and play in the alleged sunshine on SUNday!

Remember that at the shop today, we are giving away a Specialized EMT Multi Tool (value $20) with any purchase over $30. Get there early as it is while supplies last. This was an email special so you have to mention the offer to get the deal. One per customer, blah, blah, blah.

If the skies are clear in the morning, the Sunday 10am beginner mountain ride will go off as scheduled at Camden County College. Call or stop by the shop today for details- ask for Rob. 856.468.5115

Extreme wind

The forecast for tomorrow is showing extreme winds and gusts that could prove to be pretty dangerous for us on the road. It is with safety in mind that we have made the decision to cancel the Saturday road ride. Join us Sunday morning at 9am at the Brandywine for an intermediate mountain bike ride with lots of climbing or at 10am at Camden County College for a wooded beginner ride.

The Brandywine ride meets in the Courtyard Marriott parking lot off from Rt202. The CCC ride meets in the back lot of the park that is just past CCC.

Clothing Special!

For a limited time buy any full price winter piece (jersey, tight or jacket) in stock and get any in-stock shorts for half off!

One down, one's a go

While the Brandywine ride is canceled due to wet trails, the CCC beginner mountain ride is ON at 10 am Sunday morning. Join Rob for some fun miles in the woods. Meet in the parking lot of the park just after Camden County College on Peter Cheeseman Rd. It's a guaranteed good time!!

Ride time change

The Saturday morning road ride starts at 9am as of this Saturday, November 7th.

Group rides

The weeknight rides will roll at 5pm both Monday and Thursday nights this week. This is the last week for the night road rides as we change the clocks this weekend.

Don't forget to join Adam at Camden County College on Tuesday nights at 7pm for a wooded night ride. This is a beginner/intermediate mountain bike ride that requires lights in addition to helmets, water, and flat fix kits.

The Saturday morning road ride will move to 9am starting the first weekend in November (the 7th). We meet in the shop parking lot for a 37 mile loop at either a B or C pace.

The Sunday morning beginner mountain bike ride will start this weekend (barring this crazy rainy weather). It's a 10am ride that meets in the park on Peter Cheeseman Road immediately after Camden Co College.

Call the shop for any further info about the rides. 856-468-5115

Thanks!

Ride cancellations

Both of the Sunday mountain bike rides have been canceled due to excessive rain. Cross your fingers for some sun this week, we hope to see you next weekend.

AW night ride

We're going to roll the Monday night ride right at 5:15 tonight. It will be a shortened loop, of course, to accommodate for the loss of daylight. The Thursday night ride will move to 5pm this week. Please be ready to go on time and have your blinkie light on your bike.

Today's ride, tonight's ride

The Monday night ride has been preempted by the morning holiday ride. So...there will not be an evening ride. Please join us on Thursday night at 5:15p for our next evening ride.

Thanks to all who came out to play this morning. We had a great turnout and a really nice 50 mile ride in moderately chilly temps. Everyone took a turn pulling the group as we cruised out to Parvin State Park and back. The next holiday ride will be Thanksgiving morning. Mark your calendar.

Join us this Sunday for the Covered Bridges Century at Tinnicum Park! We will gather near registration and roll out at 8am...

The Sunday mtn ride is canceled due to the fact that I can't be in two places at once. Thanks for understanding.

Game on

Hi Kids! We're going to give the Brandywine a shot this morning. Grab your bike and your gear and meet me at the Courtyard Marriott on Route 202. We roll at 9am.

Tomorrow morning, we are riding the holiday 50 mile loop for Columbus Day. This is a 9am ride that leaves from the bike shop. Bring plenty of water and energy food. See you there.

Weeknight rides

The Monday and Thursday night rides will still roll out at 5:30p this week. Distances will be shortened to accomodate the daylight (or lack thereof).

Finally- the Woods

We are going to head to the Brandywine this morning for a dirt ride. Looks like there might be a few mushy spots but that the conditions will be rideable. Meet us for a 9am start behind the Courtyard Marriott on Rte 202.

Ride totals- The Komen Ride to Vegas

For those who like numbers:

I rode 513 miles in 6 days
Burned 21,542 calories
Rode in 116 degree temps in Death Valley
Climbed almost 50,000 feet
Descended at 48, 50 and 55mph on 3 separate descents
Did my fastest century, riding 100 miles in just over 4 hrs- avg speed 24.5
Rode gradients of 16 and 18%
Rode at 8000 feet and was still breathing comfortably
Descended 4200 ft out of Yosemite covering 13 miles (passing a pick-up and a motorcycle) at 55mph

Things I learned:

The tarantulas crossed the road to get to the other side
There are coyotes on Mt Hamilton
Wine doesn't help when you can't sleep
A negative attitude breeds negative results
I feel the need for speed
I like to descend more than I like to climb and I LOVE to climb
After 500 miles on a bike, the saddle is less than comfy
You can share a tent with someone you don't know and have fun
You can dehydrate despite drinking 24 ounces every 15 minutes
People you don't know one day can save your butt the next
You don't have to fall just because you crossed wheels at 25mph
Sometimes taking a huge leap will be the best thing you could ever do

Thanks for all of your support!

Days 5 and 6 Komen ride to Vegas

We were up and on the road early to beat some of the afternoon heat in Death Valley. It was another 100 plus mile day and we ended up riding in 116 degree temps. There was one huge climb that took us up over 5000 feet. Luckily, the payback on the other side was another screaming descent. I love to climb but hadn't really gotten my legs here until Day 5. I felt great today and was finally able to settle in. Let me tell ya, 50 miles an hour on a bike...pretty darn cool.

Day 6 We were eating breakfast in the dark to get on the road early. Luckily the heat never got to yesterdays extreme highs. Though we were told 134 isn't uncommon. We completed our last leg to the Interbike Dirt Demo at about 2pm today. The crowds were huge and of course the champagne was flowing.

This was a major undertaking for me. I want to thank Mike Sinyard and all of the wonderful folks at Specialized for making this adventure possible. Also, thanks to everyone on the ride and back home for all of your encouragement. I couldn't have done this without you. A special thanks to Dan, for dragging and pushing me back in the many times I fell off. Kisses to the ChickTrain for all their hard work and determination and to Rachel for keeping us strong mentally when I just wanted to get off my bike. I made many new friends and found a toughness inside that I had no idea was there. What a week. I'm sorry it's over but I can't imagine having to get back in the saddle today!

Total distance that I rode: 513 miles in 6 days

Day 4 Komen ride to Vegas

We were on the road early this morning to try to avoid the terrible headwinds that this ride suffered with last year. Todays ride was 100 miles of almost entirely flat terrain with several screaming descents. We got a tremendous tailwind and the group was able to sustain speeds in the mid-thirties, yes 30s, for almost two hours. I rode Rebecca Rusch's wheel at 48 miles an hour down an awesome straight drop out of the 8000 ft of elevation that we suffered in yesterday. At those speeds, the miles ticked off like seconds on a clock. It was difficult to stay in the group at times but it would have been harder if I had let go. We finished the ride in about 4 hours with a 24.5 average. Even the Big Dogs were saying they had never and will likely never again ride such a fast hundred. I want to thank Dan from Kansas, Bob M from Speci and Aarons Pro racer Carmen DeLuzio for literally giving me the pushes I needed to stay in it. Thanks also to Rebecca for all her help these 4 days and for the 48mph wheel. This was without question the best ride of my life. I'm so glad I chose to take this challenge, at least until I wake up and have to get back in the saddle for 100 more tomorrow. And if I'm dreaming, please don't wake me up.

Day 1 of the Komen ride

I forgot that I neglected to post day one as there was no Internet service, so here goes. We left Specialized HQ and rode through town to get on a bike path. A bunch of miles in, the climbing began. It went on and on and on. We climbed Mt Hamilton and Quimby to the top at the Lick Observatory. My legs were cramping excessively but I beat it back with lots of salt and electrolytes. We saw a coyote running up a hill and several tarantulas on the road as we climbed and climbed. It was a tough 100 mile day and to top it off we tented out at Lake McSwain. Meager accomodations as expected but the showers were hot and masseuses were on hand to ease our pain. And there was lots of pain. Phil Keogan from the Amazing Race road and camped with us. A very nice guy and an excellent rider. That's it for now!

Days 2 and 3 of the Komen ride to Vegas

Day 2 was shorter but with lots of climbing. We racked up 70 miles on our way to Yosemite. The scenery is amazing and I will post lots of pix when I get home. Post-ride, we splashed in a freezing river before settling in to Housekeeping Camp. I'm not a camper but I am really enjoying the experience as everyone here is bike crazy. The camp itself left a lot to be desired but the trees and rock face made it all better.

Day 3- today we rode through Yosemite until the rangers grabbed our sag vans and told us we had to get out. Something about delaying traffic. We got back on bikes just outside the gates at Tioga Pass and railed a 13 mile descent at speeds up to 62mph. I didn't go over 55 so I wouldn't get into trouble at home. The corners weren't tight so excessive speed was easy and safe. We rode into Mammoth to spend the night and we ride to Lone Pine tomorrow. Another 100 mile loop. It should be more flat but likely very windy. I'll keep ya posted.

Total miles for me thus far 236. ;)

Weeknight Ride Time Change...

Our shop rides on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings will now leave promptly at 5:45 PM (Not 6 PM) due to the ever shortening days...

Tomorrow we ride

Today was all about settling in and getting ready. The time change is always a challenge but will work in my favor as I need to be up at 5a tomorrow. I splurged and had a massage today. Hopefully, the legs will be ready. We did a short loop to make sure everyones bikes were tuned and ready to go. It was 89 degrees but felt warmer. We took a tour of the Specialized Headquarters and as always I am amazed by their testing facilities. There are 32 riders. Among them are Phil Keogan from the Amazing Race, Rebecca Rusch- World Champion and journalists from Road magazine, Bicycle Retailer and Testride.com. There are 130 miles and 13,000 ft of climbing on my to-do list for tomorrow, so I'm off to bed. Wish you were here!

The adventure begins

Yesterday was travel day. The first leg of my flight was into DFW. I sat next to a career serviceman from Burlington NJ. I slept most of the flight but toward the end he said only 20 more hours to go. I asked where he was headed and he responded 'Iraq'. SFC Ken Lucas has served our country for 27 years. He said he might retire at 55 and start his own business. I told him about our bike shop. Ken owns a Specialized and said he had just gotten an email about the new Stumpjumper while he was home on R and R. He asked where I was headed and I told him to the Specialized Bicycles World HQ. I explained
that I was doing a charity bike ride from there to Las Vegas. My trip seemed a lot more daunting until I spoke to him. I wished him the best, thanked him for his service and said be safe. He smiled, said thanks that means a lot. He wished me luck and gave me a pearl of wisdom that means more coming from a man headed to the desert- "Hydrate". I realized then that this is only a 6 day bike ride, I will survive.

The shop ride is ON!

Now that it's daylight, things don't look so bad. We're going to head out on the shop road ride this morning at 8am.

Sketchy skies

Under questionable skies again today. As of 6am, I won't be heading to Philly but will decide on the AW ride closer to 7am. Make your own call for the Schuylkill Century but ride safe if you go!

Leaderless mountain ride

The Sunday mountain ride will be leaderless for a few weeks as I prepare for a 600+ mile Susan G. Komen charity road ride from Morgan Hill, California to Las Vegas, Nevada. I appreciate your understanding.

Thanks,
Patty

No drought here

From where I sit, it is raining and looks to be off and on all morning. We're going to cancel the Saturday ride just to be safe. Due to the continued rain, we are also canceling the Sunday mountain ride this weekend. Try to enjoy the weekend anyway!

Raining, not riding

The Saturday morning ride is canceled for rain. Hope to see you Monday night at 6pm!

Muddy Trails

We are going to avoid the trails at the Brandywine again this weekend. We are going to give them a little more time to recover before we get back out there and play. Thanks for understanding.

Free Financing!

For a limited time we are offering 12 month no interest financing on select purchases. Apply online or call the shop for more details.

Sunday mtn ride

In an effort to let the trails heal, we are going to avoid the Brandywine this weekend. There has been a lot of rain and wind leading to muddy, damaged trails. Thanks for understanding.

Oh, it's on

I got a report from my source in Wilmington and the trails are fine. The Brandywine ride is on for 9am this morning.

Tuesday Night D Ride...

...is cancelled for tonight, 6/30, due to the rain currently falling.

Seeya Saturday?

So sorry....

Threats of severe thunderstorms have forced us to cancel the morning road ride. We choose to do this for everyone's safety. Please join us another time for an AW ride!

Tues Night Ride Rained Out...

It is raining at the shop, so tonight's ride is not going to roll...

Team Valueact Capital comes to AW

The Valueact Capital ladies pro cycling team will be at the shop on Friday, June 5th at 6pm. Come on by to ask questions, take pictures, grub on some refreshments and have a jolly good time. See ya tomorrow night!