Off-Season Pizza Parties page 14

The newsletter of the Granite State Wheelmen
March / April 2014 Volume 42, Issue 2
Off-Season Pizza Parties page 14
Image courtesy of Vlado / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
General Social Schedule pg. 5
BWANH Update pg. 9
BWANH Membership Application pg. 12
Visit our website at
www.GraniteStateWheelmen.org
Pedal Talk is the bimonthly newsletter of the Granite
State Wheelmen Inc. (GSW), New England’s most
active recreational bicycling club. In the newsletter,
recurring, non-recurring, and weekend club rides
are announced.
Club rides and activities are open to the public.
Parental consent is required for those under 18. An
application for membership to the GSW is on the
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Commercial advertising space is available. For
information and advertising rates please contact
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03079 ([email protected]).
Opinions in this newsletter are those of the
contributors and not necessarily those of the Granite State Wheelmen Inc.
GSW affiliated associations include:
The League of American Bicyclists, American
Youth Hostels Association, the Adventure Cycling
Association, and Rails to Trails Conservancy.
Visit the GSW Web site:
Newsletter Staff
Editor
Laurie Daley
Production Staff
Dave Topham
Ride Schedules
Marguerite Orazi
Stephanie Eno
Charity and Invitational Rides
Pedal Talk Editor
Mileage
Hetty Andrews
GSW Merchandise
Bob Koehler
Advertising
Dave Topham
Web Publisher
Barbara Amos
www.GraniteStateWheelmen.org
The next deadline for Pedal Talk submissions is April 1, 2014. Send ride copy
to the Ride Coordinators, advertising to the Advertising Coordinator, mileage
to Mileage Coordinator and other submissions to [email protected].
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Table of Contents
Message from the Vice President.................................................................4
GSW Social Schedule .................................................................................5
New GSW and BWA-NH Members.............................................................6
GSW Ride Leader Credit Guidelines ...........................................................7
Safety & Education.....................................................................................8
Bike-Walk Alliance of NH Update...............................................................9
Traffic Skills 101 ..................................................................................... 11
Bike-Walk Alliance Membership Application............................................. 12
Driving directions to BWA-NH office........................................................ 13
Off-Season Pizza Parties ........................................................................... 14
Ride and Events Information ..................................................................... 16
Charity Rides............................................................................................ 17
Ride Schedule & Calendar ........................................................ See Pull-Out
Invitational Rides...................................................................................... 20
Weekend Events Calendar......................................................................... 22
Tri-State Seacoast Century Weekend Update.............................................. 24
MAP-21 Workshop ................................................................................... 25
2014 GSW Mileage................................................................................... 26
Concord Area ride info.............................................................................. 28
Classified Ads........................................................................................... 30
GSW Merchandise.................................................................................... 31
GSW Sponsors ......................................................................................... 33
Index of Officers....................................................................................... 34
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Vice President’s Message
Hello to all GSW members:
The GSW held their board meeting on January 11th at 57
Regional Drive in Concord.
One of the subjects on the list was the annual Seacoast Century.
Bob Koehler and Dave Topham have decided to step down
from being coordinators for the Seacoast Century, but will
assist who ever takes over to coordinate this event. As of
February 2nd, an individual within the club membership was
found and more information will follow.
On the schedule will be the first GSW social for 2014, which is
being scheduled for March 10th at S&W Sports in Concord.
Brian the service manager will put together a maintenance talk
and the importance of it all. Rick the sales manager and Tim
Farmer will put together repair items that they can offer on that
evening at a deeper discount than usual.
The GSW social for April 14th will be at 57 Regional Drive in
Concord.
The popular Traffic skills 101 bike safety classes are back.
Classes have been scheduled for April 26 - 27 at Trek Bikes in
Portsmouth, and June 14 - 15 at 57 Regional Drive in Concord.
As always, email me or see me at next GSW social on ideas for
upcoming GSW Socials. Bring a friend that is interested in
bicycling and that might be interested in joining the GSW.
See you at the next GSW Social.
Phil Rose
GSW Vice President
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2014 GSW Social Information & Schedule
Meetings are normally planned for the second Monday of the month, March
through October, from 7-9 p.m. The agenda is flexible but usually follows
some basic guidelines:
Introduction of all attendees
Brief review of recent and upcoming GSW events
Update on BWA-NH bicycling advocacy and education efforts
Short program on bike maintenance, products, nutrition, cycling tips, etc.
Question and answer period
Social time to “mix and mingle”
Free snack items including pizza are provided by the GSW.
Mark your calendars and join us for a full season of interesting meetings in
different places. Please see our listing of GSW Sponsors for exact locations
and phone numbers.
- March 10
S&W Sports, Concord
- April 14
Safety & Health Council of Northern NE, Concord
As for all GSW general meetings, members and guests are welcome to
socialize, meet Board members and ride leaders, learn more about the club,
and enjoy some free snacks.
For more information about a meeting or the club in general, contact the
Granite State Wheelmen at: [email protected], or call 603-898-5479.
We hope to see you soon!
GSW Board of Directors
Become the New GSW President
Develop your leadership skills — Build up your resume
Bring the GSW to new heights
Send in your name for nomination to: [email protected]
Granite State Wheelmen
215 S. Broadway # 216
Salem, NH 03079-3322
603.898.5479
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Welcome New GSW Members
** Bike-Walk Alliance of NH member
Adam Bezanson
Jack Burroughs
Jay Clausen
MeiLani Dumont
James Holland
Gregory Ross **
Judy Teehan
Fremont
Bedford
New London
Merrimack
Derry
Merrimack
Atkinson
NH
NH
NH
NH
NH
NH
NH
Amherst
NH
GSW to BWA-NH Upgrade:
Dave Belak **
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GSW Ride Leader Credit Guidelines
9. In the event of a scheduled ride having no one attend except the ride
leader, that ride will not be allowed mileage or ride leader credits. A minimum of two people (the ride leader plus one other rider) are required to allow credits. One person riding alone is not considered a club ride but rather
is a fun or personal ride. Options include rescheduling the ride to a time
and place for better attendance or else eliminating the ride from the schedule due to a lack of interest by the club membership or guest riders.
The above clarification was reviewed and approved by the GSW Board of
Directors on February 19, 2011. If there are any questions, please contact
the GSW President.
Note: Mileage may be submitted by mail or email and must be received
by the first of every even-numbered month to appear in the next issue of
Pedal Talk.
Road and Tandem Mileage are recorded separately. If a “T” is added
along with your signature and printed name, you will get Tandem Mileage. If you would rather have Road Mileage, just leave off the “T”.
Send commuter mileage to:
Hetty Andrews
44 Deerhaven Dr.
Nashua, NH 03064
603-889-3222
[email protected]
Get up-to-the-minute GSW Club Notices!
Join the GSW E-Group. Simply send an e-mail message to:
[email protected]. You will then have Club notices
sent directly to your e-mail account.
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SAFETY & EDUCATION
The Queensland Report
In Queensland less than 1% of all transportation is done by bicycle but they are
involved in 3% of the accidents. Nothing is without risk but bicyclists are safer
throughout the rest of the world. The Queensland Report [ http://
www.parliament.qld.gov.au/documents/committees/THLGC/2013/INQ-CYC/
rp-39-29Nov13.pdf] was created to address this problem and anyone interested
in bicycle safety should take the time [three hours for me] to read this report.
These people drive on the wrong side of the road and live a “rowdier” lifestyle
but “the truth knows no boundaries”. The primary cause of their high accident
rate was attributed to motorist hostility. In that country; motorists attack cyclists
with impunity and openly brag about it. This behavior would not be tolerated in
NH but the problem (“alienation of others”) is something we share and a
massive education effort to personify other users was recommended. The lesson
to be learned is that isolating users according to type of vehicle decreases safety
by creating “turf wars” and the “Recreational Bike Path” in Litchfield provides
undeniable proof. This path runs beside a lightly traveled (35 MPH) road with
11.5' (60 MPH) travel lanes that has no accommodation for bicycles. The path
isn't safe above 10 MPH, is untreated in the winter, and normal speed cyclists
(~15 MPH) should use the roadway. Controlling excessive speed requires active
enforcement and bicyclists using the roadway should expect to be harassed. This
road is parallel to (40 MPH) 3A which has the same width (24-26') of pavement
but the 10' (35-45 MPH) travel lanes create a shoulder (24-36”) for bicycles.
The number of people using 3A is far greater and the posted speed is higher but
the incidence of problems on it is virtually non-existent.
Holland has the safest roads in the world and their latest safety initiative has
lowered the posted speed limits (30-50 KPH) on all roads with total vehicle
integration. Their reduction in bike path emphasis has improved safety and
decreased transit times for all modes. They have the most efficient roadways in
Europe and we both travel about the same number of miles each year. For most
trips (95% are <5 miles) a bicycle requires the least amount of time (money) and
every mile it's used for transportation returns $1 to the community but motor
vehicle related fees only cover 54% of related costs.
People aren't too lazy to ride bikes; safety is the primary deterrent. Less than
10% of bicycle crashes involve a motor vehicle and in the vast majority (85%)
of crashes the bicyclist was breaking the law. Many of our current laws are
wrong (and unenforceable); we should focus on making them appropriate and
then demanding compliance. Unlit cyclists (on dark roads) struck by motorists
(from behind) is the leading cause of bicyclist fatalities. Queensland requires
bicycle lights (front and rear) to be lit at all times as they reduce the crash rate
by 30% and the incidence of serious injury by 60%. Flashing lights have ten
times the recognition factor.
Bill Fisk- Safety and Education
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Bike-Walk Alliance of NH Update – March 2014
"A Voice for New Hampshire's Bicyclists and Pedestrians"
The Bike-Walk Alliance of New Hampshire (BWA-NH) is pleased to offer a
wide range of bicycling education programs aimed at riders from age 8 to 80,
and maybe more! All programs are based on the nationally-acclaimed
League of American Bicyclist’s (LAB) “Smart Cycling” curriculum with all
instructors having been certified by the League. BWA-NH conducts these
programs throughout the state at low to no cost to the participants.
A brief overview of the five primary bike-ed programs follows. For more
details, contact the BWA-NH Office at 603.898.9926, email
[email protected].
For children, grades K-8:
School bike-ed safety presentations in a classroom or gym setting can be
covered in one period or about 45 minutes. Key points covered include
helmet use and fit, proper clothing for safety and visibility, basic bikehandling skills, riding with others, and very simple bike safety checks. Some
of the students participate in the training session, a technique which helps
keep all the students engaged and not become bored by just listening to a
presentation. Often schools have this level of training included in a NH Safe
Routes to School grant so there is no charge to the school district.
On-bike training (or bike rodeo) is offered to students who have completed
the basic classroom training. Typically conducted in a large, paved parking
lot away from motor traffic, the on-bike session requires about 3 hours in
total with about 25 students per instructor plus assistance from the school
staff for registrations and usually a local bike shop mechanic for bike safety
checks and minor repairs. Again, this level of training is often included in a
SRTS grant to a school. This training is also available for schools, church
groups, boys and girls clubs, scouts, et al by working directly with BWA-NH.
A unique “Residential Bike-Ed Program” combines the above into a series of
three 2-hour training sessions conducted in a private residential area whereby
several families want their children to learn about bicycling but without the
hassle of transporting the children, bikes, all support gears, snacks, etc. to
central location. Working from one designated home with quiet residential
roads available for the on-bike training, the program becomes a “family
affair” with all families contributing to the cost – often less than they would
spend for a single birthday party. This program is targeted for the school
summer vacation period and has received very positive reviews.
BWANH UPDATE
BWA-NH Bike-Ed Programs
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To schedule a fun bike-ed program in your neighborhood, just contact BWANH and we will work out the details.
For adults and older children:
The LAB “Traffic Skills 101” program is a 2-day course covering the rules and
techniques of vehicular cycling. Day one is mostly classroom training
conducted by several League Certified Instructors (LCIs). Day two consists of a
recap, parking lot drills, and then a road ride to practice what was taught in the
course. Graduates receive a certificate and their names are submitted to the
League’s office in DC.
TS-101 sessions are presently scheduled for April 26-27 in Portsmouth and June
14-15 in Concord. See the BWA-NH web site www.BWANH.org for details.
For teachers, coaches, and those working with Grade 4 & 5 students:
Individual training sessions occasionally conducted in schools with or without
the on-bike component do not have the lasting effect of routine and small bikeed topics being presented to all students during the entire school year, and year
after year. To help integrate standardized and sustainable bike-ed in our NH
schools for students in Grades 4 and 5, seemingly the most receptive ages,
BWA-NH is pleased to offer a “Train the Trainers” program for any school
personnel routinely working with those grade levels. The instructors are trained
in what they need to present to the students, how to do it, and all course material
are supplied. The “Bicycling 1-2-3 Youth Instructors” attain national
certification under the LAB program without them necessarily being highlyskilled cyclists themselves. It is all about what the students need to know to be
safer when cycling, not how far or fast the Youth Instructor may be able to bike.
The Youth Instructor training takes three hours, is conducted indoors, and may
be scheduled anytime and where practical for the participants. The cost?
Thanks to a Safe Routes to School grant to BWA-NH, provided at least six
participants attend the training, there is no cost to them or the school district.
2014 is the fourth and final year this program will be available until the SRTS
grant awarded to BWA-NH. To date, 54 "Bicycling 1-2-3 Youth Instructors"
have been trained and certified in twelve NH school districts to reach over 3,700
students annually. See the BWA-NH web site www.BWANH.org for details.
Questions?
For more information on any of the above bike-ed training opportunities, please
contact the BWA-NH Office at 603.898.9926 or email [email protected].
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Traffic Skills 101
Classes in April and June, Portsmouth and Concord!
The popular Traffic Skills 101 bike safety classes are back. Two classes have been
scheduled, at two different locations, as follows:
•
•
April 26-27th -- Portsmouth, NH
June 14-15th - Concord, NH
This class teaches you how to ride safely, confidently and legally in traffic. If you
would like to learn more about reducing your risk of negative interactions with other
road users and gain a better understanding of traffic laws as they apply to cyclists, this
class is for you! Learn how and why it is safer to “drive your bike like a car”, how to
navigate safely through intersections and roundabouts, and how to perform essential
maneuvers like the quick-stop, instant turn, and other hazard-avoidance techniques.
The 2-day class takes place on a weekend from 9:00 am to approximately 4:00 pm
each day. The first day is instruction/demonstration. The second day is practical
application, so bring your bike! Even if you are an experienced cyclist, you will be
surprised at how much you did not know about safe cycling.
Students who took this class last year had this to say about their experience:
"I have commuted to work a few times now since the class with great results. I now
have the confidence to cycle through most traffic situations. I also have not had any
adverse actions from any drivers, not even a honk. Thanks for a great class! -- Bill"
"Thanks for an immeasurably helpful class." - Ursula
"As a beginner, I can not tell you how much I appreciate your course.... Nobody
wants to be a bug on a windshield." - Rick
Preregistration is required. The class costs $75, and a $10 discount can be applied if
you are a member of any of the following bike advocacy organizations: LAB,
BWANH, Bikes Belong, Bicycle Coalition of Maine, SABR, MassBike, or CNHBC
Board Members and Officers.
Traffic Skills 101 is also a prerequisite for becoming a League Cycling Instructor
(LCI). For more information on LAB's League Cycling Instructor program, go to -->
http://www.bikeleague.org/content/become-instructor
Stay tuned for information about the Traffic Skills 101 class, including how to register, or go to www.bwanh.org, and click on "Traffic Skills 101".
If you have any questions, or would like to reserve your spot, feel free to email the
class coordinators:
April class coordinator: Josh Walter [email protected]
June class coordinator: Paula Bedard [email protected]
NOTE: The Preregistration deadline for the April 26-27 class is Sunday, April 20th.
The prereg deadline for the June 14-15th class is Sunday, June 1st.
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Want to help the Bike-Walk Alliance?
Join the Alliance as an individual or a sponsor, help with the bike-ed
programs, and get involved with local planning issues affecting bicycling in
your area. The more people who know what is going on in our NH bicycling
community, the sooner the better, then everyone can express their opinions in a timely manner to help make a positive difference for all bicyclists.
Did you know that by joining the Alliance your payment includes a full GSW
membership with all the benefits? Present GSW members are encouraged
to join the Alliance when your current membership is due for renewal. For
more details please visit our web site at www.bwanh.org
BWA-NH Focus
The Bike-Walk Alliance of New Hampshire is the only statewide advocacy
group for bicyclist and pedestrian activities including legislation, safety, and
education programs. For a complete listing of BWA-NH goals and benefits,
please visit our web site, www.bwanh.org
BWA-NH Membership Application
Membership categories:
Benefactor
$250.00*
Sponsor
$100.00*
Contributing
$75.00*
Supporting
$50.00
Basic
$35.00
Other__________ $______
Method of Payment
New BWA-NH membership
Renewal of BWA-NH membership
Upgrade of GSW to BWA-NH
________ Current BWA or GSW number
Cash
(from address label)
Check payable to “BWA-NH”
* As a special thanks to Benefactors, Sponsors and Contributors, they receive a $15.00 Road-ID gift certificate.
_____________________________________________________
Name
___________________________________________________________
Address
_____________________________________________________
City
State
Zip
_____________________________
E-Mail
____________________________
Signature
_____________________________
Phone #
_____________________________
Date
Bike-Walk Alliance of New Hampshire
57 Regional Drive, Suite 6
Concord, NH 03301-8518
www.bwanh.org • [email protected] • 603.898.9926
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Bike-Walk Alliance of NH
57 Regional Drive, # 6
Concord, NH 03301
From Interstate Route 93:
From I-93 heading north or south, take NH Exit 13 in Concord. At the
bottom of the exit ramp, turn east onto Manchester Street (NH Route 3) to
cross the Merrimack River. At the next set of lights (at the Carlson's auto
dealership), take a left onto Old Turnpike Road. Follow road for
approximately 1 mile to the next traffic light at Airport Road. Continue
straight through light where the road now becomes Regional Drive. (The
Concord Airport will be on your right.) Continue on Regional Drive
approximately 1 mile.
The Safety & Health Council / BWA-NH office is located on the left at
57 Regional Drive (a one-story brick/brown steel building). Go to the
parking lot on the right side of the building and enter through the second
door from the rear of the building. Look for the Safety & Health Council
signs.
Bike-Walk Alliance of NH
"A Voice for New Hampshire's Bicyclists and Pedestrians"
On-Line payments now accepted via BWA-NH web site!
Save time, paper, and postage! You may now join BWA-NH or renew your
sponsorship by viewing the “Join Now” page under the “Quick Links” heading.
All major credit cards are accepted. Remember that a BWA-NH sponsorship at
any level also includes a full GSW membership – even bicycling advocates
enjoy discounts at sponsoring shops, knowing about recreational rides, and
having supplemental accident insurance.
Looking Ahead: We encourage all interested parties, cyclists or not, to speak
up in favor of improved bike-ped policies, education, and facilities. GSW
members can renew their membership for just $20.00 more than the basic GSW
rate of $15.00 if they wish to help financially with a tax deductible donation as
our organization is 501(c)(3) certified. To upgrade from GSW to BWA-NH
status, please make checks payable to “BWA-NH” as this automatically
includes your full GSW membership.
Together we can make a positive difference!
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Off-Season Pizza Parties for Salem Area
GSW Members and Guests
Starting on November 5, Salem-area GSW members and guests are encouraged to meet twice a month through the winter on the first and third
Tuesdays, 6:00 PM, at the Route 97 House of Pizza, 11 Ayers Village
Road, Methuen MA, 3.5 miles east of Route I-93 Exit # 2.. The shop is
located beside Dunkin’ Donuts and is the starting point for all Tuesday
evening leisurely rides in Methuen, just across the street from Salem.
The last gathering for the “off-season” pizza parties will be April 1,
2014. (The weekly Methuen evening rides start on Tuesday, April 15,
2014.)
Reservations are not required, but if severe weather or travel conditions
you might call Dave Topham at 603.898.9926 to learn if the pizza party
is on or off. For less than $5.00, you can eat, have a few laughs, and
swap some stories. Bring a friend along and join our informal little
party!
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REMINDER
GSW mileage tracking year ends September 30, 2014.
October 1, 2013 started the 2014 mileage tracking season.
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Ride and Events Information
Rides Coordinator
Stephanie Eno
12 Eric Dr.
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 743-3324
[email protected]
Weekend Coordinator
Marguerite Orazi
PO BOX 532
Concord NH 03302-0532
(603) 856-7065
[email protected]
Charity & Invitational
Pedal Talk Editor
[email protected]
GSW mileage tracking year
ends September 30, 2014
October 1, 2013 started 2014
mileage tracking season.
Ride Information. Club activities are open to anyone
interested in bicycling. Parental consent is required for
those under 18 years old.
Club rides are categorized and listed in Pedal Talk as
recurring, non-recurring, invitational, charity, or weekend
activities. Rides are listed as on-road or off-road. Off-road
rides are listed in italics. Most rides have leaders who
offer maps or cue sheets. In case of rain, rides may be
cancelled or rescheduled. If in doubt, or if you have any
questions, call the ride leader.
For rides listed as Show-and-Go, leader and riders
select a route and pace to accommodate the slowest rider.
Newcomer rides are denoted with a smiley face ☺. The
codes with mileage, pace, and terrain of each ride are
listed below. A 2-L-16 ride code means the ride has easy
grades at a leisurely pace for 16 miles.
Safety. All riders are required to sign in on the provided
sheets. This is to record mileage and satisfy insurance
requirements. All riders are expected to follow traffic
rules and be courteous to other riders, pedestrians and
drivers at all times. Helmets are required.
Rides start on schedule. Please have your bicycle in
good working order. Always carry a spare tube, tire levers, a patch kit, a pump, water that can be reached while
riding, snack food, and emergency numbers on your bike.
Volunteer. If you don’t find a ride you like, volunteer to
become a ride leader. Call the coordinators listed on this
page for more information. Ride leaders will be compensated for any expenses incurred for printing maps or cue
sheets.
Charity Riders. Charity riders are welcomed at all GSW
rides. Let the ride leader know you’re in training for a
Charity Ride!
Terrain and Pace Guidelines
Terrain
1 Generally flat, some grades, for beginners
2 Easy grades, challenging for beginners
3 Moderate grades, some challenge for average riders
4 Steep grades with some relief
5 Long steep grades for strong riders
Pace
L
M
B
S
Leisurely with many rest stops (< 12 mph)
Moderate with some rest stops (12 – 15 mph)
Brisk with few stops (15-18 mph)
Steady, strenuous, rapid pace (>18 mph)
Turtle Rides, anyone?
Turtle rides, designated by
the turtle symbol, are rides
for those who like to travel
under 10 mph for 6-10 miles
per ride. Call ride leaders for
ride details.
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NOTES:
GSW C&I Rides Disclaimer
All Charity and Invitational Rides and Events are the sole responsibility of the
hosting organization or individual. The GSW has no responsibility and
provides no insurance coverage including club and personal liabilities,
property damage, or participant accident claims.
Mileage is available on the below listed Charity & Invitational rides. If the ride is
not listed here, no mileage credit can be given. To receive Club mileage, all ride
sign-up sheets are to be completed by the ride leader and sent to the Club Mileage
coordinator, Hetty Andrews, within one week of the ride. For rides allowing GSW
mileage credit but without a ride leader or ride sign-up sheet, the GSW member
desiring mileage credit must notify Hetty Andrews within one week of the ride.
Reference should be made to the particular Pedal Talk and page # that listed the
ride or event. Due to production and mailing costs, ride listings are limited to
basic info. only. For More Information (or FMI), just contact the sponsors or
organizers of the ride(s). All GSW weekend events count toward club mileage.
Mountain Biking Rides are listed in italics.
NOTE 1: Riders interested in the numerous American Diabetes Association (ADA) Tour de Cure rides in New England and throughout the
US can find a complete listing of 2014 events at: http://tour.diabetes.org/
site/PageServer?pagename=TC_homepage
NOTE 2: Riders interested in the numerous Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Bike Tours in New England and throughout the US can find a complete
listing of 2014 events at: http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?
pagename=BIKE_MAM_homepage
NOTE 3: Riders interested in the numerous American Lung Association
(ALA) Bike Tours in New England and throughout the US can find a
complete listing of 2014 events at: http://www.lung.org/donate/events/ride/
NOTE 4: (***NEW***): Riders interested in the numerous Team
Challenge rides benefiting the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation can find a
complete US listing at: http://www.ccteamchallenge.org
MAY:
4 Sunday, 5th Annual Cycle the Seacoast – This one day ride benefits the
American Lung Association. Choose 25, 50 or 100 mile route option. Start
and finish at the Red Hook Brewery in Portsmouth, NH. $35 registration fee
(non-refundable) and $250 fundraising minimum ($125 for ages 7 - 17)
required. FMI: http://action.lung.org/site/TR?fr_id=8040&pg=entry.
CHARITY RIDES
Charity & Invitational Rides
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17-18, Saturday-Sunday - The 29th Annual Seacoast Bike Tour benefits
Breathe New Hampshire. Breathe New Hampshire has been improving lung
health in the state since 1916. One or two day options from Portsmouth, NH to
Ogunquit, ME. Early Bird registration fee is $40 until Jan. 31 and get a free
pair of sport socks just for being an “early bird”! $45 registration fee thereafter. Minimum fundraising of $250 for the one day ride, and $350 for the twoday ride. FMI: 800-835-8647 or http://www.breathenh.org/bike. Note: Free
registration for GSW members new to the event! Use discount code: GrStWh1
when registering to receive free registration or call above 800 # for details.
June
27-29, Friday – Sunday - The 27th Trans NH Bike Ride for Muscular
Dystrophy is a well-established 3 day ride from the Canadian border to
Portsmouth, NH. One and two day ride -options are available, $1000 fundraising minimum for 3 day riders with a wide array of premium awards. Support,
massage, hotel beds, scenery and camaraderie are rated top notch. Riders are
of varying ability and speed – there’s always someone to ride with. FMI:http://
www.transnhbikeride.org or contact Bart Hemmerich 603-249-5086.
July
11 - 12, Friday - Saturday, The Prouty Ultimate Back-to-Back Century,
benefits Cancer Research at Dartmouth's Norris Cotton Cancer Center,
Hanover, NH. 200-mile challenge. Pre-ride dinner and lodging on July 10th.
Minimum fundraising of $2500 required, ($1850 each if signing up with an
Ulti”mate”). FMI: (800) 226-8744 or [email protected] or http://
www.TheProuty.org
12 Saturday, The Prouty: Bike, Walk, Row and Golf, benefits Cancer
Research at Dartmouth- Hitchcock’s Norris Cotton Cancer Center, Hanover,
NH. Bike: 20, 35, 50, 77, or 100 miles; Walk: 3, 5, 10, 15, or 20K; Row: 5,
10, 15,, or 20 miles; Golf at the Hanover Country Club. Richmond Middle
School, Hanover, NH. Minimum fundraising of $2500 required, ($1850 each
if signing up with an Ulti”mate”).. FMI: (800) 226-8744 or http://
www.TheProuty.org
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19 - 20 Saturday – Sunday, 13th annual Cycle for Life, benefits Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation, a recreational ride along the coast of Maine with three
options: 2-day 150 miles, 2-day 100 miles or 1-day Century. It is fully
supported with motorcycle sweeps; mechanics from Goodale’s, Buchika’s &
Quad Cycles; SAG vehicles; rest stops every 12-15 miles; lunch and dinner
on Saturday, breakfast and BBQ lunch on Sunday; air-conditioned accommodations at the University of New England in Biddeford; FMI: http://
fightcf.cff.org/site/TR/Cycle/100_Northern_New_England_Nashua?
fr_id=2553&pg=entry.
INVITATIONAL RIDES
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NOTES:
GSW C&I Rides Disclaimer
All Charity and Invitational Rides and Events are the sole responsibility of
the hosting organization or individual. The GSW has no responsibility and
provides no insurance coverage including club and personal liabilities,
property damage, or participant accident claims.
NOTE 1: Riders interested in Charles River Wheelmen invitational
rides can find a complete listing of 2014 events at their website:
http://crw.org/eventcal.php?region=ne
NOTE 2: Riders interested in Charles River Wheelmen weekly rides
can find a complete listing of 2014 events at their other website:
http://crw.org/cgi-bin/calendar.pl?MonthCalendar=yes
NOTE 3: Riders interested in Seven Hill Wheelmen (Worcester, MA)
invitational rides can find a complete listing of 2014 events at their
website: http://www.sevenhillswheelmen.org
APRIL
5 Saturday, Appalachian Mountain Club Bicycle Repair & Information
Workshop, Concord Trinitarian Church, 54 Walden Street, Concord.
Advance registration is recommended. FMI: http://amcboston.org/bicycle/
workshop.php, Register: http://www.amcboston.org/bicycle/workshop/
reg.php. Contact Valerie Paul ([email protected], 508-561-8097
before 9:00PM).
26-27 Saturday-Sunday, Waterville Valley “Killer Bee” Ride, Email me
for complete information about this annual weekend invitational ride for
which you can gain GSW mileage in accordance with club guidelines. I will
forward you ride details which should answer all your questions about the
ride and registration. Cathy Yeager [email protected]
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WEEKEND EVENTS
2014 Weekend Events Calendar
(See long descriptions for more information)
June 28-29, 9:00 a.m.; Concord, NH to Mt Sunapee State Park and back (3/4 –
L/ M - 40+ each day)
Overnight, self-contained camping tour from Concord to Mt Sunapee State Park
on Saturday and back on Sunday. 40 miles each way, hilly ride, quiet roads for the
most part, a good climb up to the campground. Ride through Warner; stop at
Farmers Market for shopping, snacking and entertainment. Towards the end, stop
at the lake for swimming. Group camping, must contact leader to sign up.
One day option: Join the group for a ride up to Sunapee Lake, arrange for a ride
back or ride 80 miles in one day! Ride Leader: Mag Blacker 603-225-7439 (leave
message) [email protected]
July 19-20, 2014, Great North Woods Weekend(formerly the International
Century Weekend)Lancaster, NH Come and enjoy the less traveled roads of the Great
North Woods, our 34th year of cycling just north of the White Mountains. We have easy
rides along the Connecticut River valley, harder rides including Dixville Notch, and a
fantastic century ride into Canada - something to tempt everyone. No registration fee,
just your personal expenses for room and meals. Maps, cue sheets, and a Saturday
afternoon social will be provided. Our headquarters will remain at the Lancaster Motor
Inn which boasts updated facilities. www.lancastermotorinn.com (603) 788-4921. A
block of five rooms will be held until June 18 at a discounted rate of $75.00 per night d/
o, plus tax. Mention the GSW when calling to make your reservation to obtain the
discount. Camping is available nearby at Roger’s Campground in Lancaster, (603) 7884885. Coordinator: Linda Gould, [email protected], (603) 472-3877.
July 20-21, 9:00 a.m.; Lancaster, NH to Jericho Mountain State Park and back (3 –
L/ M – 35 miles Sunday, 35 Monday) Overnight self-contained camping tour, looping
from Lancaster to Jericho Mountain State Park on Sunday and back on Monday.
Primitive camping, but cabin rentals and lake swimming are available. Group camping,
must contact leader to sign up. This may be combined with the Great North Woods
Weekend, arrive on Friday or Saturday if you want to start the weekend off with
one of those rides. Ride Leader: Mag Blacker 603-225-7439 (leave message)
[email protected]
August 17-20 (tentative dates) 9:00 am; Umbagog and Rangely Lakes. 3-day selfcontained tour: Ride a loop from Umbagog State Park, around Rangely Lakes Region
and back, averaging 40-50 miles each day. Plans are not firm, might spend a rest day at
Rangely or an extra day at Umbagog. Camping at Umbagog, cabins available. Motel
stays or camping with cabin options in the Rangely area. Contact leader if you are
interested.
Ride Leader: Mag Blacker 603-225-7439 (leave message) [email protected]
September 20-21, 2014: 41st annual Tri-State Seacoast Century Weekend with
headquarters at Hampton Beach State Park, aka "South Beach". Details and on-line
registrations should be available in late February. For now, please reserve the dates and
check our web site for the latest information: www.GraniteStateWheelmen.org.
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Great North Woods Weekend
July 19-20, 2014
(formerly the International Century Weekend)
Lancaster, NH
Come and enjoy the less traveled roads of the Great North Woods,
our 34th year of cycling just north of the White Mountains. We
have easy rides along the Connecticut River valley, harder rides
including Dixville Notch, and a fantastic century ride into Canada
- something to tempt everyone.
No registration fee, just your personal expenses for room and
meals. Maps, cue sheets, and a Saturday afternoon social will be
provided.
Our headquarters will remain at the Lancaster Motor Inn which
boasts updated facilities.
www.lancastermotorinn.com, (603) 788-4921.
A block of five rooms will be held until June 18 at a discounted
rate of $75.00 per night d/o, plus tax. Mention the GSW when
calling to make your reservation to obtain the discount.
Camping is available nearby at Roger’s Campground in Lancaster,
(603) 788-4885.
Coordinator:
Linda Gould, [email protected], (603) 472-3877.
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Tri-State Seacoast Century Weekend Update
The GSW is pleased to host the 41st annual Tri-State Seacoast Century
on September 20-21, 2014 with Donna Hepp of Belmont and Mark
MacKenzie of Manchester taking the lead. The prior event coordinators, Bob Koehler and Dave Topham, will be assisting “in the background” to help make a smooth transition.
Basic event plans and the beautiful route will remain, as will the $35.00
“Early Bird” registration fee for the whole weekend until July 31; then
$45.00 to the August 31 cut-off date or when 1,600 riders are registered.
New this year will be the use of BikeReg.com for the on-line registration process plus more Seacoast Century sub-committees. Check our
web site www.GraniteStateWheelmen.org for more details and to register on-line – no walk-ins.
Donna is the event General Coordinator while Mark is the Volunteer
Coordinator. As always, many 5-hour volunteers are needed both during the weekend at our Hampton Beach State Park headquarters and at
the remote rest stop in Kittery, Maine, plus considerable help before and
after the actual weekend. Mark will be contacting prior volunteers and
lining-up more help as plans develop.
For now, mark your calendars and plan to join us for the largest GSW
event of year. Cyclists from literally around the world have made this
ride a reason for vacationing in New England so don’t miss all the fun!
GSW Seacoast Century Coordinators:
Donna Hepp, 414-258-3287, [email protected]
Mark MacKenzie, 603-668-9119, [email protected]
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MAP-21 Workshop – March 20, 2014
Are you interested in learning about federal funding to improve bicycling and walking in
your community?
Advocacy Advance – a partnership between the League of American Bicyclists and
Alliance for Biking & Walking – is facilitating a Navigating MAP-21 Workshop in
Concord, NH on Thursday, March 20, 2014.
These workshops bring together advocates, agency staff, and elected officials and are
designed to ensure that participants have the knowledge, skills and resources to access
un- or under-utilized federal funding sources at the state, regional and local level to build
bicycling and walking infrastructure and programs. With a focus on the new transportation bill, participants will learn how to maximize funding in the new Transportation Alternatives program and utilize all MAP-21 funding programs for bike/ped at
the state and local levels.
We invite you to register for this one-day workshop, locally hosted by the New
Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Bike-Walk Alliance of New
Hampshire, and HEAL NH.
Navigating MAP-21 Workshop attendees will:
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Learn how to maximize funding in the new Transportation Alternatives program
Learn how to utilize all MAP-21 funding programs for bike/ped at the state and
local level
Learn the key characteristics, requirements, and opportunities of these programs
Discuss favorable factors for bicycling and walking investments
Understand the important role of advocates, agency staff, and elected officials in
securing this funding
Share knowledge and experiences in the local context, working together to develop
a list of local priorities and strategies for funding bicycle and pedestrian projects and
programs
Meeting details:
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Location: NH Department of Health and Human Services,
29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH
Date:
Thursday March 20, 2014
Time:
Breakfast and registration check-in starts at 8:30 am.
Workshop begins promptly at 9am and ends at 4:30 pm.
Happy Hour / networking event to follow off-site.
Please register for this free workshop at:
http://www.advocacyadvance.org/trainings/registration/concord-nh
The workshop also serves as a great way to meet and socialize with other advocates,
agency staff, elected officials, and bike/ped professionals. This provides a priceless
opportunity to develop relationships and learn from the successes and avoid the mistakes
of other leaders.
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>>>>>2014 GSW Mileage >>>>>
IS YOUR MILEAGE CORRECT? It is your responsibility to make sure your
mileage is correct. To insure that your mileage is correct in Pedal Talk you
must record your mileage after each ride on the ride sheets provided by the ride
leader. If the sign-up sheet is not around, call your ride leader immediately to
record your mileage on the sheet. If unable to reach the ride leader, then call
Hetty Andrews at 603-889-3222 or email: [email protected] to get credit.
It is also your responsibility to print your name legibly on the ride sheet. If
I cannot read the name, you will not get credit. Rides must be listed in Pedal
Talk for the mileage to count with GSW. If you have a question about your
mileage, feel free to call me. If you send a printout of the dates, locations and
mileage, I will be glad to compare it to the computer records. Sometimes signup sheets have not been received. If you have a single GSW membership and a
spouse/significant other, son or daughter goes on a ride with you, please indicate that relationship on the sign up sheet, so he or she will get mileage credit.
RIDE LEADERS: It is very important that you do not hold ride sheets and
send them all in at once for the month. Please submit sheets on a weekly basis.
Also, all sheets must be in to me before the deadline of Pedal Talk to be accounted for in the mileage totals. Also note: Mileage pedaled on exploratory
rides earns mileage credit.
February 4, 2014
GSW Mileage Totals
On-Road Mileage
Total 5,670 miles
543
369
244
227
209
208
200
189
189
173
160
159
140
137
135
127
118
Cathy Yeager
Jim Sullivan
Al Jones
David Ross
Mike Kerrigan
Tony Verderame
Lynne Ainsworth
Jean Manning
James Schofield
Don Chamberland
Amy Hull
Laurie Gordon
Tim Ainsworth
Anne Gwynne
Glen Fraser
Billy Manning
Daniel Escajeda
113
110
109
101
101
101
101
100
100
86
78
72
71
62
54
52
52
Eugene Smith
Gordon Rhodes
Marguerite Orazi
John Bartlett
Dave Coughlin
Dick DesJardins
Ernie Jeffrey
Rich Maher
Jeff McKillip
Andy Pendleton
Mag Blacker
Kathleen McMillan
Michael Phillips
Alan Villemaire
Neil Wesner
Hetty Andrews
Beth Bartlett
52
51
50
49
49
46
46
46
46
44
41
38
38
32
32
20
Donna Hepp
Al Stewart
John Gilbride
Tina Desruisseaux
Tom Salzman
Pat Dow
Matt Lavey
Hilary Warner
Jeff Warner
Peter White
Russ Elkins
Terry French
Glenn Mitchell
Ron Chevrette
John Munoz
Dick Cohen
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Commuter Mileage
Total 3,811 miles
1,320
766
509
481
439
124
123
17
16
16
Tandem Mileage
Total 0 miles
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Off-Road Mileage
Total 0 miles
Steve Frink
Ed Duer
Mark Schiewetz
Larry Keniston
Smith Eugene
Mark Branoff
Mickey Burzynski
Carl Gurtman
David Sky
Rebecca Sky
What is commuter mileage?
Commuter mileage includes using your bicycle, rather than a motor
vehicle, for transportation on any errand or to reach any destination
such as work, school, shopping, to pay a bill, or to reach a GSW ride
site, etc. The GSW encourages commuting and recognizes high
mileage commuters at the Annual Fall Banquet.
Commuter mileage is tracked from October 1st through
September 30th of each year.
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Do those Concord folks cycle nearly EVERY morning?!?
Not necessarily…the rides are listed as opportunities to cycle, but if other
responsibilities get in the leaders’ way or weather/road conditions do not allow
cycling, the rides will not take place. That is why the ride notices indicate that
those planning to attend must contact a leader to confirm the ride is occurring. If
you get in touch about biking with us, we will make every effort to head out…
Orientation Rides – Concord
If you would like to attend orientation rides on Saturday
mornings to become accustomed to group cycling, contact
Eugene at 603-219-2051.
Eugene helps cyclists with pre-ride preparation, group coordination, proper shifting, safe cycling, and rules of the road.
The rides build confidence among beginner / casual group cyclists. If, during the
phone conversation, Eugene concludes that you would benefit from a different
mentor/leader, he will make a recommendation.
S&W Sports Bulletin Board
On the wall to the left of the entry door to S&W Sport there is a bulletin
board devoted to bicycling; especially the GSW and Concord Area
group rides. If you or someone you know would like to learn more
about local group cycling opportunities and pick up helpful information
about safety, etc., visit the bulletin board. There are numerous copies of
various handouts which can be taken away; they are accessible even
when the store is closed.
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CONCORD RIDE ORGANIZATION & CONTACTS
I would like to have a “ride organizer” for each speed category. The organizer can be the contact person or they can seek another willing person in their
group to be the contact person listed in the PT notices. I am willing to continue to submit the rides notices to the PT editor, but I no longer have time to
seek a contact for every speed category. Already several groups (Tim Ainsworth’s and David Ross’ groups) are organized this
way, and it makes it a lot less time consuming for me. I
have been taking care of the task for a lot of years, and I
now need a little help.
If you would like more information about this, please
get in touch with me..
Cathy Yeager [email protected]
Retirement
I must retire from submitting the Concord Area cycling season
Wednesday afternoon/evening and Saturday morning ride notices.
Certainly another committed local person can take over, even for a
limited period such as the remainder of the 2014 cycling season. I
will support someone else through the transition, including forwarding
filed notices to use as a guide and lists of suggested CONTACTS for
various days and times.
I need a break. Can you take over for a while?
Cathy Yeager [email protected]
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Classified Ads
CLASSIFIED ADS
Due to the many ads submitted by GSW members, all ads will be deleted after
each issue unless requests are sent to renew.
For Sale:
2005 Litespeed Firenze size 55. New Shimano 105 10 speed
components with 50/34 crankset and 11-25 cassette. New Mavic
Cosmos wheels with new tires. Full titanium frame and carbon
fork. The frame and fork have been ridden but are in excellent
( like new ) condition.
Asking $1,000. Item location is Methuen, MA.
Questions welcomed. Jim at [email protected].
For Sale:
Six piece Campy Centaur Grey new bike take off 10 speed
component group. Ergopower shifters w/ cable set, F and R brakes,
Front derailleur, Rear derailleur, 52/39 crank (175), and bottom
bracket. Sorry... no new cassette or chain but can provide used.
Asking $600. Item location is Methuen, MA.
Questions welcomed. Jim at [email protected].
GET UP-TO-THE-MINUTE GSW CLUB NOTICES!
Join the GSW E-Group. Simply send an e-mail message to:
[email protected]. You will then have Club
notices sent directly to your e-mail account.
BWA-NH is now on Facebook and Twitter -see www.bwanh.org to get started!
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GSW Merchandise
Use this order form to purchase GSW merchandise.
GRANITE STATE WHEELMEN
MERCHANDISE ORDER FORM
GSW THREE COLOR, SHORT SLEEVE, CLUB JERSEY
MEN’S CUT
WOMEN’S CUT
M_____ L______ XL______
$55
S_____ M_____ L______ XL______
$55
GSW THREE COLOR, SHORT SLEEVE, CLUB JERSEY, 40thAnniversary
MEN’S CUT
S_____ M_____ L______
WOMEN’S CUT
S_____ M_____
2XL______
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$65
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GSW-SCC FOUR COLOR, SHORT SLEEVE, CLUB JERSEY
MEN’S CUT
S__ M___ L___ XL___ 2XL___ 3XL___ 4XL___
GSW THREE COLOR, WIND VEST
M_____ L______
2XL______
$45
$45
GSW THREE COLOR, WIND VEST, 40th Anniversary
MEN’S CUT
XL______
$50
XL______
$40
XL______
$40
GSW THREE COLOR SHORT
MEN’S CUT
WOMEN’S CUT
S______
GSW THREE COLOR GLOVES
GLOVE SIZES
S_____ M_____ L_____ XL_____
$17
GSW SEACOAST CENTURY COTTON T-SHIRTS
2011, COLONIAL BLUE, (RIDER), SHORT SLEEVE
S_____ M_____ L_____ XL______
$3
2011, STONEWASHED BLUE, (RIDER), LONG SLEEVE
S______M______
$5
2011, SAFETY YELLOW, (VOLUNTEER)
S______ M______
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DECALS, PATCHES AND FIBERFIX SPOKE
(Don't include these items for shipping)
GSW DECAL
GSW PATCH
FIBERFIX SPOKE
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#___________
#___________
#___________
$1.50
$1.50
$10.00
MERCHANDISE: _______________
SHIPPING INFORMATION:
1) IF YOU PICK THE ITEM UP: NO CHARGE. ( Call for directions.)
2) ONE TO THREE ITEMS: $6.00
3) FOUR OR MORE ITEMS: $12.00
SHIPPING: _______________
TOTAL: _______________
PLEASE NOTE:
ALL ITEMS SHOWN ON THIS ORDER FORM ARE NORMALLY IN
STOCK AND READY FOR SHIPMENT, BUT PLEASE CALL AHEAD FOR
CURRENT AVAILABILITY OF SIZE, ESPECIALLY THE SEACOAST CENTURY T-SHIRTS..
FORM INSTRUCTIONS:
PRINT OUT FORM, MARK FORM WITH SELECTION, DETERMINE THE
TOTAL INCLUDING SHIPPING, MAKE YOUR CHECK PAYABLE TO THE
GRANITE STATE WHEELMEN (OR GSW) AND SEND THE FORM AND
CHECK TO:
GRANITE STATE WHEELMEN
c/o BOB KOEHLER
5 ROSSINI ROAD
LONDONDERRY, NH 03053
(603) 432-7341
SHIP TO INFORMATION:
NAME_______________________________________________________________
ADDRESS____________________________________________________________
CITY_______________________________ STATE________ZIP________________
TELEPHONE(for order receipt confirmation):_________________________________
EMAIL (for order receipt confirmation):_____________________________________
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G.S.W. SPONSORS
America by Bicycle
2 Red Oak Dr., Unit A
Belmont Wheel Works #
480 Trapelo Road
Bike Barn
33 S. Commercial Street
Blue Steel Cyclery
450 Second Street
Buchika's Ski & Sport Shop
340 South Broadway
Colonial Bicycle Company
419 S. Broadway
Cycle Etc. #
1 Range Road
Dover Cyclery #
12 Chestnut Street
Electric Bikes of New England
5 West Broadway
Exeter Cycles
4 Portsmouth Ave.
Goodale's Bike Shop, Inc.
19 Triangle Park Drive
Goodale's Bike Shop, Inc.
1197 Hooksett Road
Goodale's Bike Shop, Inc.
14B Broad Street
Gus' Bike Shop
55 Lafayette Road
Kittery Trading Post
301 US Route 1
Littleton Bike & Fitness
28 Cottage Street
Rhino Bike Works
1 Foster Street
S&W Sports Shop
296 S. Main Street
Trek Bicycles Portsmouth
775 Lafayette Road, # 5
Plaistow, NH
(603) 382-1662
Belmont, MA
(617) 489-3577
Manchester, NH
(603) 668-6555
Manchester, NH
(603) 669-7993
Salem, NH
(603) 893-5534
Salem, NH
(603) 319-1688
Salem, NH
(603) 890-3212
Dover, NH
(603) 617-3844
Derry, NH
(603) 319-4909
Exeter, NH
(603) 778-2331
Concord, NH
(603) 225-5111
Hooksett, NH
(603) 644-2111
Nashua, NH
(603) 882-2111
No. Hampton, NH
(603) 964-5445
Kittery, ME
(888) 587-6246
Littleton, NH
(603) 444-3437
Plymouth, NH
(603) 536-3919
Concord, NH
(603) 228-1441
Portsmouth, NH
(603) 319-1688
REMEMBER THE 10% DISCOUNT ON BICYCLE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
FOR G.S.W. MEMBERS AT MOST SPONSORING SHOPS. PLEASE SHOW
YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD BEFORE MAKING A PURCHASE! ("#" indicates
discount allowed on cash and check sales only.) Effective 02-08-2014
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Index of Officers,
Members of the Board
OFFICERS
STANDING COMMITTEES
President
OPEN
Memberships / Office
Dave Topham & Judi Hull
215 S. Broadway # 216
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 898-5479
[email protected]
Weekend Events
Marguerite Orazi
PO Box 532
Concord, NH 03302
(603) 856-7065
[email protected]
Club Mileage &
Commuting Mileage
Hetty Andrews
44 Deerhaven Dr.
Nashua, NH 03064
(603) 889-3222
[email protected]
Publicity
Andy Wallenstein
135 Main St.
Jaffrey, NH 03452
(603) 532-8268
[email protected]
Vice President
Phil Rose
36 Ashlar Dr.
Goffstown, NH 03045
(603) 497-2567
[email protected]
Recording Secretary
Dan Snyder
52 Crowell Rd.
Hopkinton, NH 03229
(603) 224-4383
[email protected]
Social Secretary
OPEN
Treasurer
Stephanie Eno
12 Eric Dr.
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 743-3324
[email protected]
Banquet & Awards
Phil Rose
36 Ashlar Dr.
Goffstown, NH 03045
(603) 497-2567
[email protected]
Rides Coordinator
Stephanie Eno
12 Eric Dr.
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 743-3324
[email protected]
Charity & Invitational
Laurie Daley
21 Juniper Dr.
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 672-4938
[email protected]
Contact Pedal Talk at:
[email protected]
Linda Gould
2 Elder Williams Dr.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 472-3877
[email protected]
Merchandising
Bob Koehler
5 Rossini Rd.
Londonderry, NH 03053
(603) 432-7341
[email protected]
Newsletter Editor
Laurie Daley
21 Juniper Dr.
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 672-4938
[email protected]
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Newsletter Mailing
Dave Topham
2 Townsend Ave.
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 898-5479
[email protected]
Seacoast Century General Coordinator
Donna Hepp
181 Leavitt Rd
Belmont, NH 03220
(414) 258-3287
[email protected]
Web Publisher
Barbara Amos
65-A Laurel Hill Rd.
Hollis, NH 03049
(603) 465-7555
Seacoast Century Volunteer Coordinator
Mark Mackenzie
319 West Erie St.
Manchester, NH 03102
(603) 668-9119
[email protected]
[email protected]
Safety and Education
Bill Fisk
14 Laurel St.
Litchfield, NH 03052
(603) 881-9793
[email protected]
GET UP-TO-THE-MINUTE GSW CLUB NOTICES!
Join the GSW E-Group. Simply send an e-mail message to:
[email protected]. You will then have Club
notices sent directly to your e-mail account.
Membership number
and renewal date are
printed below:
Granite State Wheelmen, Inc.
PMB 216
215 South Broadway
Salem, NH 03079-3322
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Signature 1
PRSRT
FIRST CLASS MAIL
US POSTAGE
PAID
GALLERY
Signature 2 (parent or guardian if under 18)
I (We) will not hold the Granite State Wheelmen, Inc., its officers or members responsible for any injury or damages
incurred while participating in any club function.
May we list your phone number in our directory? Yes
Emergency name and telephone number _______________________________________
Your interests: On road Off road
Tandem
Commuting
Recumbent
Name(s) ____________________________________________
Address
_________________________________________________________
City ______________________________ State _________ Zip ___________
Telephone (_____) ___________________
E-mail __________________________________________________________
Other club affiliations ______________________________________________
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