club meeting - Bike Hikers

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2013 Bike Hikers Tours
from Tour Coordinator Larry Robinson
The first thing I’d like to do as your new club President is
thank the many volunteers who have provided the ideas
and energy that collectively drive our great club, the Bike
Hikers.
The second order of business is to thank all of you for electing a talented Board of Directors. The Board’s primary goal
is to harmoniously blend ideas and energy to steer our organization of 600 plus members toward a year of fun-filled
activities.
Bill Bischoff, who joined the club in July of 2010, is returning as our Treasurer, and he has gone beyond the call of
duty this past year with his detailed work.
Dennis Nolan joined in May of 2008 and replaces me as
our new Membership Secretary. He recently retired from a
career of service that required much discipline and exacting
skills working with culturally diverse people.
Joe Lesh, our new Secretary, signed up in September of
2005 and is the most seasoned club veteran represented
on the new Board. He brings extensive cycling experience
including touring throughout the US and is an expert in
organizing club tours.
Dietmar Sokowski, our new Vice President, is the newest
club member on the Board, as he joined in July of 2011. He
is an expert in project management, business analysis, and
change management. He also provides training in those
areas.
And lastly, me, Greg Smith, our new club President became
a member of this adventurous, fun-loving group we call the
Bike Hikers in November of 2008. I have extensive experience interacting with many different types of folks with
my career and volunteer work. At a conference once, the
facilitator suggested Boards need someone who has the
ability to keep a conversation flowing, grease the skids, and
he called that person a Social Lubricator. I am your club’s
Social Lubricator.
Our club was built by volunteers. It is rich with volunteers of
various skill sets, and it is of paramount importance that we
individually, and as a group, recognize and thank those who
contribute to the creation of our fun camaraderie. Since we
are always looking for more people to thank, please come
forward to volunteer your ideas and energy.
As a team we can work together to keep the Bike Hikers
the Premier Cycling Club of Planet Earth.
Sincerely,
Greg Smith
February 11-14 Borrego Springs Tour A Bike Hiker/Wheelmen Tour
Find the sun, blue skies and beautiful desert flowers in Borrego
Springs.
Leaders: Dennis King and Marie Schelling,
[email protected]; 284-4555
Mid May thru August The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route
Ride up the spine of the Continental Divide from south to north for
2,700 miles with your friends. The estimated average daily distance is 34 miles. See desert, mountains, and great basins. Visit
Yellowstone, Glacier, Teton, and Rocky Mountain National
Parks. Most of the trip is on dirt or surfaced roads, with some
single track thrown in the mix occasionally. You are never more
than 2 or 3 days from a town with showers, beer and clean sheets.
It’s an adventure many folks have experienced. Last year an 11
year old boy, his sister, mother and father rode this trip. Google
“great divide mountain bike route” for lots of pictures and stories of
the route.
Leaders: Kerry Wilson and Donna Cunningham,
[email protected]; 916-663-2126
June 27-30
S.F./Marin Tour
Join us for a fun filled adventure that includes cycling and hiking in
and around beautiful San Francisco Bay.
Leaders: Pam/Dave Abbott, [email protected]; 961-8826
Joe Lesh, [email protected]; 723-9870 and
Elaine Hens, [email protected]; 242-8384
July 10-14
Mammoth Lakes/Eastern Sierra Tour
Come and experience cycling with the towering peaks of the Eastern Sierra in the background. Bring your road bike, mtn. bike and
kayak and choose your adventure.
Leaders: Dan King, [email protected]; 548-2331 and
Mark Munguia, [email protected]; 422-4672
August. 1- 4
Lake Almanor Tour
Join us for another memorable cycling and hiking tour in the Lake
Almanor and Lassen Peak region.
Leaders: Bob and Sherri Keven, [email protected]; 761- 0979
October Stay tuned for the Monterey Bay Tour
Come join us for a spectacular weekend on the Monterey Peninsula. We have many new routes with a variety of length and terrain
to satisfy all levels of recreational club riders.
Leaders: Sandy and Ron Strautman, [email protected]; 652-5617 and
Sarah and John Nitta, [email protected]; 663-3216
Please contact me at 916-838-5654 or by email at pink-dog@att.
net if you want to lead a tour.
Note: More than one tour can be scheduled per month as long as
we have a 10-14 day gap.
JANUARY • FEBRUARY • MARCH • 2013
The SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS is the oldest continually
active bicycle club in the Sacramento area - founded in 1968.
The club’s focus is on touring and recreational cycling. This ride
schedule provides for year round weekend rides; holiday rides;
summer evening rides; weekday rides; special rides such as the
Party Pardee Century and multi-day rides... A variety of rides
is scheduled to attempt to provide for all abilities and interests.
Riders should review this schedule carefully and select those
rides that fall within their capability... The schedule is available
to interested cyclists at Sacramento area bike shops and is
mailed to all members.
Monthly membership meetings provide club business updates,
open discussion on club activities and policies, and feature
speakers on subjects of interest to cyclists.
Non-members are invited to attend rides and meetings to get a
feel for the club, without obligation.
Riders under age 18 may participate on rides if they are accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult.
A sign-in roster is available at the start of each ride. All riders
must sign the roster to be regarded as a participant.
If a rider has to leave a ride for any reason, the ride leader
must be informed.
Helmets are required on all Bike Hiker club rides.
This Ride Schedule is available on our home page.
Come to our website and learn how you can join the Bike
Hiker Mailing List, check your club mileage and get up to
date information about rides and special events!
http://www.bikehikers.com
SEE THE R I D E G R A D I N G
CODE ON THE INSIDE BACK PAGE
RIDE STARTS
The most common start locations for club rides have been centralized in the “Start List” below. These locations apply to a number of
club rides and are referenced in the ride descriptions (e.g., Meet
at Five Points Shopping Center, see Start List for directions). If a
ride starts from one of the locations below, check the Start List for
directions. The ride descriptions for rides that start at other locations
will continue to include the specific start locations and directions.
Five Points Shopping Center - Located in Carmichael, on the
southeast corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Arden Way. Park along the
Arden Way side of the parking lot.
Gold River Town Center - Located in Gold River, off of Gold Field
Dr, about ½ mile south of the American River. From Sunrise Blvd,
turn east on Gold Country Blvd, then right (south) on Gold Field
Dr, then right into the parking lot.
Nimbus Fish Hatchery - Located on Nimbus Rd off of Gold Country
Blvd, just west of Hazel Ave. From Hwy 50, take Hazel Ave exit,
travel north .7 miles, turn left on Gold Country Blvd, then right into
Fish Hatchery parking lot.
Vic’s Market - Located in the Folsom Village Shopping Center,
Folsom, on the southwest corner of Oak Ave Parkway and American
River Canyon Dr. From Folsom-Auburn Rd, go west about a mile
on Oak Ave Parkway to the shopping center parking lot on the left.
Bel Air Shopping Center - Located in Rocklin on the NE corner of
Stanford Ranch Rd and Sunset Blvd (2341 Sunset Blvd). From I-80
take Hwy 65 exit (toward Lincoln), then first exit (#307) to Stanford
Ranch Rd. Shopping Center is approx 1 mi ahead on left at corner.
Maidu Regional Park - Located in Roseville on Rocky Ridge Dr,
south of Douglas Blvd and north of S. Cirby Way. From I-80, take
Douglas Blvd exit east, then south on Rocky Ridge Dr. Park is on
left.
January Cont.
CLUB MEETING
WED
BIKE HIKERS CLUB MEETING
7:00 PM
Tonight’s program will be a presentation of the club tours for
2013. Come and meet the tour leaders, hear their plans, and
start working on your calendar.
Directions: Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael
Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Ave near the
corner of Fair Oaks Blvd. and Grant Ave. Go West on Grant
Ave and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left, park
in back near the tennis courts. See a map at http://www.
carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht
J A N U A R Y
TUE
1
HW BEATTY SMACK DOWN
9:30 AM............................... Grade: C12-A30
This is a warm up ride to Promontory Park (park near Beatty)
where we will meet up with Hammering Wheels for their
annual New Year’s Day challenge of as many Beatty Hill
repeats as you can do in 2 hours. If you can make it up 10
times that will be 3750’ in ~16 miles. No sweep on return
route, keep track of your total mileage and report when you
sign out. More information (and challenge sign up) at http://
www.hammerinwheels.com/events/86030612/
Directions: Palladio in Folsom Meet up near Sports Authority
You can also choose to drive to Promontory Park and do just
the HW meetup at 10am, though I will write down mileage
credit only for those starting with me at the Palladio.
Leader: Scott Miller 768-3935 [email protected]
WED
2
WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST &
LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of
restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time
and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the
grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group.
One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options.
Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (See Ride List for
directions).
Leader: Greg Smith 539-9400
Leisure Ride Leader: Pam Abbott 217-4712
All phone numbers in this schedule
are area code 916
unless otherwise noted.
2
THU
3
FRI
4
SAT
5
SUN
6
NO RIDE SCHEDULED FOR TODAYCHECK “HOT UPDATES”
T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in
search of coffee and goodies!
Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions).
Leader: Bill Bischoff 531-2802
FIRST SATURDAY
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C43
Plenty of climbing toward Cameron Park to warm up with, but
the steepest hills will be saved for the descents.
Leader: Joshua Neisinger 505-6935 [email protected]
WINTER HILL TRAINING SERIES #1
9:00 AM............................ Grade: D25 - C39
We start at Vic’s and bike to Broadstone area in Folsom where
riders can choose from a number of short to medium hill routes.
Series meets every-other Sunday starting on January 6th. Each
ride, a new (and harder) loop is added to the route selection.
Ride is swept out to Broadstone. Return is officially no-sweep,
however, a swept group return time will be announced at ride
start. Riders are free to return before or after this.
Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions).
SUN
6
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM................................... Grade: E 25+
Put on your warm cycling socks and come out for a ride
Directions: Big Lots-La Riviera/Watt
Leaders: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 & Dean Knipping 599-2313
MON
7
ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop.
Leader: Dave Tarquino 335-1483
TUE
8
January Cont.
WED
9
WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611
Leisure Ride Leader: Elaine Hens 501-2213
WED
9
FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C35
Weather permitting, we will be looping to Newcastle for
breakfast. Approximately 1500 feet altitude gain. Time to get
over the holidays and see the foothills.
Meet at Maidu Regional Park (See Ride Starts for directions)
Leaders: Doug Souvignier 332-8194 and
Jim Karpowicz 782-8523
PLEASE BE PROMPT FOR RIDES!!
The time listed for each ride in the schedule is the STARTING
time of the ride. Arrive at the meeting place sufficiently ahead
of the listed time to allow for whatever personal preparation is
necessary so that the ride can start on time.
THU
LUNCH AT THE CROCKER ART MUSEUM
10:30 AM Grade: D30+
See a special showing of Norman Rockwell paintings. Over
323 Saturday Evening Post covers are being exhibited as well
as other paintings and sketches. We will have lunch in the
restaurant/cafe. Those interested can then visit the exhibit.
Exhibit/museum admittance is $8 senior. $10 adults. No
admittance fee to the restaurant, of course
directions).
Leader: Joe Lesh 723-9870 cell; 242-8391 home;
[email protected]
FRI
10
11
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280; 752-0234 (cell)
January Cont.
SAT
12
KNOT (PROUNOUNCED KANOT)
YOUR NORMAL RIDE
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D35+
Join the Knipping’s (pronounced Kanipping) for an early
morning jaunt to some place new and fresh (well we hope it is
anyway). We have perused our Entertainment book for great
places with great savings...we will email the restaurant so you
can grab your coupon! Heidi has the broom so watch it (just
kidding)...this ride is swept.
directions).
SAT
12
SPRING TRAINING RIDE #1
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C57
Here’s your chance to get in shape for the early season
centuries. This is the first of five rides that will get
progressively longer with more climbing. This first route will
include climbs of Ridge Road and Indian Hill Road with rest
stops at Trailhead Coffee and Flower Farm. Ride at your own
pace (hence the “no Sweep” designation). Most riders tend to
ride in small groups for safety.
Leader: Dan King 548-2331
SUN
13
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM.................................... Grade: E25+
Come out for an afternoon ride when it’s not quite as cold.
Directions: Big Lots LaRiviera/Watt
MON
14
ROVING MONDAY MORNING
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
Join us for a morning ride to a great coffee shop.
directions).
Leader: Pete Altenburg 363-9564
TUE
15
NO RIDE SCHEDULED FOR TODAY-
CHECK “HOT UPDATES”
January Cont.
SUN
20
9:00 AM............................ Grade: D25 - C48
We start at Vic’s and bike to Broadstone area in Folsom where
riders can choose from a number of short to medium hill routes.
Series meets every-other Sunday starting on January 6th. Each
ride, a new (and harder) loop is added to the route selection.
Ride is swept out to Broadstone. Return is officially no-sweep,
however, a swept group return time will be announced at ride
start. Riders are free to return before or after this.
January Cont.
WED
16
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leisure Ride Leader: Dennis Nolan 709-4830
[email protected]
THU
17
FRI
18
SAT
19
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
METRIC OR FULL CENTURY
YEARLY CHALLENGE
9:00 AM............................... Grade: D65/100
Join my year long challenge of a metric/full century per month.
I am starting out with a fairly easy route for the first three
months (will progress into more challenging rides later in the
year). The short route will ride to Davis and back. The long
route will take a 35 mile loop to Dixon, back to Davis then
home to Sacramento. There is a food stop planned in Davis
to regroup and chat and fuel up (the loop will revisit the food
stop). I will keep a log of who completes each challenge ride
and at the end of the year, give special recognition to those
who made all 12 rides. Come on out...it will be FUN (she
said)!
directions).
SUN
20
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM.................................... Grade: E25+
Too cold to ride in the morning? Come join us for an afternoon
ride.
Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions).
Leader: Elaine Hens 501-2213
MON
21
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leader: Joshua Neisinger 505-6935 [email protected]
TUE
22
We can get caught in
the rain, but we don’t
purposely start out in
it. Poor visibility and
slick roads make riding
dangerous. And nobody
likes cleaning up a
messy bike. If in doubt
about a cancellation of a
ride because of rain, call
the ride leader
WED
23
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
Leisure Ride Leader: Dennis Nolan 709-4830;
[email protected]
January Cont.
WED
23
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C35
The second in a ride series in the foothills. We will be riding
various loops on quiet roads from Roseville to Newcastle.
Approximately 1500 feet of altitude gain.
Meet at Maidu Regional Park (See Ride Starts for directions)
THU
24
FRI
25
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280; 752-0234(cell)
SAT
26
SAT
26
January Cont.
WED
30
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leisure Ride Leader:John Findley 967-7353
THU
31
LOOKING FOR SPRING /
LATE WINTER RIDE
9:00 AM............................... Grade: C26/C43
We will be riding in Loomis, Rocklin, and Roseville areas
including some Roseville bike trails if not flooded.
Directions: Meet in the parking lot in downtown Loomis at the
corner of Horshoe Bar and Taylor Rds close the the formerly
“Wild Chicken” coffee shop.
Leader: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: C+68
This is the second of five training rides to get us in shape for
the spring events. The route includes Ridge Road, Indian Hill,
and Shirland Tract. The return includes the fun trip through
Itchy Acres. Rest stop at Trailhead and Flower Farm. Bring
water and $$ for snacks. Ride at your own pace; this is a no
sweep ride.
SUN
27
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM................................... Grade: E 25+
Just a little ride to warm those bones.
directions).
Leaders: John and Joyce Grady 284-7279
MON
28
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
TUE
29
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FEBRUARY
FRI
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
Leader: Nancy Bischoff 939-0489, cell 206-2802
SAT
1
SPRING FOR THE FOOTHILLS RIDE
9:00 AM................... Grade: C22/ B- 32/ B42
We will be doing some hills around Loomis, Penryn, and
Auburn looking for spring leaves and wild flowers, weather
permitting.
Directions: Meet in Loomis at the corner of Horshoe Bar and
Taylor Roads next to the formerly “Wild Chicken” coffee shop.
SUN
2
3
9:00 AM............................. Grade: D25 - B60
We start at Vic’s and bike to Broadstone area in Folsom
where riders can choose from a number of short to medium
hill routes. Series meets every-other Sunday starting on
January 6th. Each ride, a new (and harder) loop is added to
the route selection. Ride is swept out to Broadstone. Return is
officially no-sweep, however, a swept group return time will be
announced at ride start. Riders are free to return before or after
this.
SUN
3
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM................................... Grade: E 25+
Just a little cruise along the trail or about town with a stop for
refreshments during the ride or after.
February Cont.
MON
4
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
TUE
5
WED
6
WED
6
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leaders: Greg Smith 539-9400 and
Leisure Ride Leader: Elaine Hens 501-2213
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C35
Third in a early spring series of foothill rides from Roseville to
Newcastle for breakfast and return. (breakfast usually less than
$5)
Meet at Maidu Regional Park. (See Ride Starts list for
directions)
CLUB BANQUET
WED
6
BIKE HIKERS ANNUAL CLUB BANQUET
6:00 PM
Bike Hiker members and their guests are invited to the annual
February Awards Banquet held at the Sacramento Arden West
Hilton. Awards will be presented to Bike Hikers who cycled 500
or more miles with the club, led the most rides, rode the most
“ANIMAL” miles, and several special awards as well. Family
and friends are encouraged to attend this fun filled evening,
which includes good food, good friends, and kudos for all of
our phenomenal club members. No-host cocktails at 6:00
PM, dinner at 7:00 PM, and awards at 8:00 PM. Reservations
are required (Sorry, no money at the door). For more details,
contact Sharyn Miller 530-677-7732 or Irene Stadt 944-0174
Directions: Sacramento Arden West Hilton, 2200 Harvard St,
Sacramento, off Arden Way and I-80.
THU
7
February Cont.
FRI
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
SAT
8
9
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: B81
This is the third of five rides to get us in shape for the spring
event rides. This route is a little different than the first two
rides and climbs Baxter Grade and heads up towards
Meadow Vista. Enjoy a nice descent down Indian Hill this
time. Power up for a climb up Powerhouse on the return trip.
There are three rest stops marked for this route. Ride at your
own pace as this is a no sweep ride. Please ride in small
groups if you can for safety.
BORREGO SPRINGS
SAT
PALM SPRINGS /
BORREGO SPRINGS TOUR
SAT 9 thru THU 14
We’ll search for the sun in the south land. Start with the
Tour de Palm Springs,on Saturday Feb 9th. Register online
at www.tourdepalmsprings.com. If you prefer you can skip
the Palm Springs Century and go directly to Borrego Springs
which is 80 miles south of Palm Springs. The ride starts at
9:00 AM in Borrego Springs on Feb.11th. We’ll ride Mon.Thurs. and stay at the Palm Canyon Resort. Call 1-800-2420044 and say you’re with the Sacramento Bike/Hikers to get
the discount when making your reservations. Mileage ranges
from 25-80 miles, but there are many options. Some will
stay past the 16th for hiking in the Anza Borrego State Park.
There will also be a mountain biking option through Carrizo
Gorge along the old San Diego & Arizona Railroad on Wed.
Feb. 13th. Don’t forget the social hour every afternoon after
the rides.
Directions: Palm Canyon Resort
Leaders: Dennis King 284-4555 [email protected]
and Marie Schelling 972-8650 [email protected]
SUN
February Cont.
9
ROCKLIN-LINCOLN TRAIPSE
9:00 AM..................................... Grade: C 46
We’ll be heading out to the Rocklin/Lincoln area. Check Hot
Updates for final mileage (undetermined at posting deadline)
which will be either 43 or 49.
Leader: Kathy Wright 212-2374 or [email protected]
SUN
10
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM................................... Grade: E 25+
Warm your toes on this Sunday afternoon ride.
Directions: Big Lots LaRiviera/Watt
MON
11
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280 752-0234 (cell)
TUE
12
WED
13
THU
14
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same
time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own
leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by
the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options.
Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for
directions).
Leaders: Dave Tarquino 335-1483 and
[email protected]
VALENTINE’S LUNCH RIDE
11:00 AM.................................. Grade: D30+
No hearts or flowers needed. Join your Ride Coordinators
and take your “sweetie” to lunch for Valentine’s Day!
directions).
Leaders: Elaine Hens 501-2213 and Pam Abbott 217-4712
10
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February Cont.
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM................................... Grade: E 25+
Another Warmer Toes ride.
directions).
February Cont.
FRI
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
SAT
15
YEARLY CHALLENGE
9:00 AM............................... Grade: D65/100
Join my year long challenge of a metric/full century per
month. I am starting out with a fairly easy route for the first
three months (will progress into more challenging rides later
in the year). The short route will ride to Davis and back. The
long route will take a 35 mile loop to Dixon, back to Davis
then home to Sacramento. There is a food stop planned in
Davis to regroup and chat and fuel up (the loop will revisit the
food stop). I will keep a log of who completes each challenge
ride and at the end of the year, give special recognition to
those who made all 12 rides. Come on out...it will be FUN
(she said)!
directions).
SUN
16
17
9:00 AM............................. Grade: D25 - B66
the route selection. Ride is swept out to Broadstone. Return
is officially no-sweep, however, a swept group return time will
be announced at ride start. Riders are free to return before or
after this.
SUN
17
MON
18
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leaders: Vivienne Nicol 752-3890 and
Amanda Pain 501-8098
TUE
19
WED
20
WED
20
WED
20
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D40+
It’s Almond Blossom Time again. We will ride past almond
orchards in glorious bloom and stop for breakfast in Dixon
Directions: West Sacramento. Meet at the shopping center
on the southeast corner of Harbor Blvd and West Capital Ave.
Take Hwy 50 towards West Sacramento and exit at Harbor
Blvd. The shopping center is on the right. Park near the
Goodyear tire store
Leaders: Joe Lesh 242-8391 cell 723-9870 and
Carol Misquez [email protected]
WEDNESDAY ALTERNATE LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: E30+
Are you allergic to Almond Blossoms and Pollen? Don’t want
to eat a big breakfast? Is forty miles a little too far for you
to ride today? Come join us for an easy ride to Karen’s for
coffee and a snack.
directions).
Leader: Pete Altenburg 363-9564
FOOTHILL BREAKFAST RIDE
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C38
Fourth in a spring series of foothill breakfast rides using
various routes on quiet foothill roads. Approximately 1500 feet
altitude gain. (breakfast under $5)
Directions: Meet at Maidu Park. Located in Roseville on Rocky
Ridge Dr, south of Douglas Blvd and north of S. Cirby Way.
From I-80, take Douglas Blvd exit east, then south on Rocky
Ridge Dr. Park is on left.
THU
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February Cont.
FRI
22
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
Leader: Dave Abbott 217-0556
SAT
23
8:30 AM...................................... Grade: B90
Please note the earlier start time. This is the fourth of five
training rides and this weekend we increase the distance to
90 miles. This route includes Baxter Grade on the way up
through Meadow Vista towards Colfax. Ride at your own
pace; this is a no sweep ride. Bring $$ for snacks; this is a
longer route.
BENEFIT RIDE
SAT
PEDALING PATHS TO INDEPENDENCE
8:30 AM............................... Grade: F26/D65
Join me in supporting the Community Center for the Blind
and Visually Impaired’s event; a great ride on ANY bike –
road, tandem, mountain, single speed, recumbent, fixed
gear, cruiser, high wheel, hybrid, unicycle, Bike Friday – the
metric (65 miles with 1,300 feet of elevation gain) and quarter
(26 miles with 300 feet of elevation gain) century routes
traverse the quiet rural roads of San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and
Calaveras counties, through verdant pastures, orchards, and
vineyards. (The metric century includes a portion of Stage
Three of the 2011 Tour of California.)
Directions: De Vinci’s Delicatessen and Catering, Linden
From 99 South: Take exit 254B for California 26 E/Fremont
Street toward Linden; turn left onto CA-26 E/E Fremont St
Continue to follow CA-26 E 9.6 miles. Turn left onto Bonham
St. Turn left onto Front St Destination will be on the right De
Vinci’s Delicatessen & Catering 18847 Front Street Linden,
CA 95236
Leader: Tawny Yambrovich (530) 400-6461
SAT
23
23
YOUR NORMAL RIDE
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D35+
directions).
February Cont.
SUN
24
WARMER TOES RIDE
1:00 PM................................... Grade: E 25+
Don’t want to miss this one.. It’s the last Warmer Toes Ride
in February!
directions).
Leader: Elaine Hens 501-2213
MON
25
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280 752-0234
TUE
26
WED
27
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same
time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own
leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by
the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options.
directions).
Leaders: Dave Tarquino 335-1483 and
[email protected]
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MOVED RECENTLY? NEW PHONE NUMBER?
If you recently moved, got a new phone number, or changed
your e-mail address, please give your new contact information
to Dennis Nolan, membership chair.
G O O U T S I D E A N D P L AY.
For all your cycling gear, apparel, and
accessory needs, visit your local REI store.
REI Sacramento
1790 Expo Parkway
(916) 924-8900
REI Roseville
1148 Galleria Blvd.
(916) 724-6750
REI Folsom
24525 Iron Point Rd.
(916) 817-8944
Hundreds of great outdoor brands for millions of destinations.
Visit www.rei.com/stores for details.
M A R C H
FRI
1
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
FRI
1
SPRING BLITZ BEGINS!!
Get ready for an exciting month of cycling by starting today
to reach your mileage goal. Have fun and cycle safe.
You can check your mileage on the web!
http://www.bikehikers.com
SAT
SPRING BLITZ KICK OFF & RIDE
8:30 AM................................ Grade: E/C 30+
Get ready for a great month of riding your bike while
recording your Spring Blitz miles! Spring Blitz Kick-Off
festivities begin at 8:30. Sign-up before the ride, submit
a registration form along with your $15.00 fee, receive the
mileage log and enjoy pre-ride refreshments.
directions).
Leader: John Grady 284-7279
SUN
2
3
8:30 AM............................. Grade: D25 - A75
the route selection. Ride is swept out to Broadstone. Return
is officially no-sweep, however, a swept group return time will
be announced at ride start. Riders are free to return before
or after this.
March Cont.
SUN
3
SUNDAY MORNING TOODLE
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: E25+
Warmer toes may be gone, but we ride on! Join us for our
excuse to get our daughter out of the house and on her bike!
MON
4
TUE
5
WED
6
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
TUESDAY NIGHT RIDE FOLSOM
6:30 PM...................................... Grade: C25
Normal Tuesday night hammer fest. Most of my TNR routes
generally have about 1000-1500ft of climbing. Lights required
front/rear. Some decent places for dinner after if anyone feels
like it.
Directions: Safeway off of Iron Pt Road and Prairie City Road
in Folsom. Meet near Starbucks
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leisure Ride Leader: Vivienne Nicol 752-3890
CLUB MEETING
WED
6
BIKE HIKERS CLUB MEETING
7:00 PM
Tonight’s speaker will be announced.
Directions: Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael
Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Ave near the
corner of Fair Oaks Blvd. and Grant Ave. Go West on Grant
Ave and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left, park
in back near the tennis courts. See a map at http://www.
carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht
THU
7
March Cont.
March Cont.
FRI
8
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
SAT
9
8:00 AM.................................... Grade: B100
Wow, this is an earlier start time; I hope that it is a nice March
day and not too cold! This is the final ride with 100 miles and
plenty of climbing as we go all the way up to Colfax. Please be
sure to bring plenty of food and water and money for snacks.
Ride at your own pace; this is a no sweep ride.
Spring Forward! Remember the time
changes on March 10th this year.
SUN
10
COMBO PLATTER
9:00 AM................................... Grade: D+ 40
Borrowed bits of this (Beeks Bight) and that (Rutherford
Canyon) from other rides to make a combo platter of twists
and turns mixed with chances to stretch out on a ride out
through the Granite Bay and Loomis areas. Overall a D+
with a few C rollers.
Leader: Kathy Wright, 212-2374 or [email protected]
SUN
10
LAST CHANCE FOR WARMER TOES
1:00 PM................................... Grade: F 25+
Downtown spin for the last Warmer Toes ride of the year and
another chance to rack-up some Spring Blitz miles!
directions).
MON
11
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
TUE
12
6:30 PM...................................... Grade: C25
like it.
in Folsom Meet near Starbucks
WED
13
THU
14
FRI
15
SAT
16
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leisure Ride Leader: Pam Abbott 217-4712
ST. PATTY’S DAY LUNCH RIDE
10:30 AM................................. Grade: D/E30
Well, its almost St. Patty’s Day and we’re almost Irish so wear
“yer” green and come along for a fun ride to a favorite pub for
lunch! May the luck of the Irish be with ya!
directions).
Leaders: Elaine O’Hens 501-2213 and Pam O’Abbott 2174712
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
Leader: Dave Abbott 217-0556
LET’S GO
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C36
Ride the “easy” way on Park and then back on the Antelope
bike trail from Rocklin to Roseville stopping for coffee/tea on
the way.
Meet at Maidu Regional Park. (See Ride List for directions)
BRING A FRIEND CYCLING,
You don’t have to be a member to participate!
SUN
17
March Cont.
YEARLY CHALLENGE
9:00 AM............................... Grade: D65/100
Join my year long challenge of a metric/full century per
month. I am starting out with a fairly easy route for the first
three months (will progress into more challenging rides later
in the year). The short route will ride to Davis and back. The
long route will take a 35 mile loop to Dixon, back to Davis
then home to Sacramento. There is a food stop planned in
Davis to regroup and chat and fuel up (the loop will revisit the
food stop). I will keep a log of who completes each challenge
ride and at the end of the year, give special recognition to
those who made all 12 rides. Come on out...it will be FUN
(she said)!
directions).
MON
18
COFFEE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
TUE
19
6:30 PM...................................... Grade: C25
like it.
in Folsom. Meet near Starbucks
WED
20
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
Directions: Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (See Ride
List for directions).
Leisure Ride Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611
THU
21
FRI
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
SAT
23
SUN
24
SUN
24
MON
25
March Cont.
YOUR NORMAL RIDE
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D35+
directions).
COME ON, RESCUE ME
9:00 AM............................ Grade: C40/C+50
Both rides go up Green Valley to Malcolm-Dixon and then Deer
Valley. Short ride turns at Starbuck Rd to get over to Cameron
Park for a rest stop at Starbucks. Long ride continues up to
Rescue and Shingle Springs via Ponderosa Rd. returning to
Cameron Park for a rest stop at a different Starbucks. Both
routes return via Country Club Dr., Bass Lake Rd., Serrano
Pkwy, El Dorado Hills Blvd. and Green Valley/Blue Ravine.
There are slight variations in the return thru Folsom between
the two routes. Short and long routes have over 2,000 and
3,000 ft climbing total, respectively, but no killer hills.
Leader: Carolyn Lewis 335-9077 [email protected]
BEGINNER RIDE SERIES 1 OF 5
1:00 PM...................................... Grade: E5+
Ready to improve your fitness by cycling? Are you new to
cycling? Not sure how to wear your helmet? Pump up your
tires? Not sure when (or why) to change gears? This is the
first session of a special five-part series designed for cycling
newbies and those returning to the sport who would like some
friendly advice and assistance on basic cycling techniques,
safety, fitness, nutrition and simple mechanics. Each session
will include a “show and tell” topic and a ride to practice skills.
The rides will gradually increase in distance with the goal of
achieving enough fitness to cycle 20 miles on the Mon/Thurs
evening bike trail rides.
Meet at Gold River Town Center with your bike, helmet and
questions! (See Ride List for directions).
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
Leader: Nancy Bischoff 939-0489; Cell: 206-2802
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IMPORTANT ITEMS TO BRING ON A RIDE!!!
REQUIRED: Spare tube or tubular tire, patch kit, pump,
lights/reflectors on night rides, helmet.
RECOMMENDED: Basic tools, first aid kit, filled water
bottle, snack, money, identification.
March Cont.
TUE
26
6:30 PM...................................... Grade: C25
like it.
in Folsom Meet near Starbucks
WED
27
& LEISURE RIDE
9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+
directions).
Leisure Ride Leader: Joe Lesh [email protected]
723-9870 cell
THU
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FRI
9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+
directions).
SAT
29
PARTY PARDEE PRE-RIDE
FOR VOLUNTEERS
9:00 AM.......................... Grade: D+26/C+60
This is a ride for the volunteer workers at next week’s Party
Pardee Metric Century. Contact your committee chairperson
for details. Services are a bit scarce along the routes, so
please be prepared and self-sufficient with fluids, food and
supplies.
Directions: The ride will start from Howard Park unless
otherwise noted. Cautionary note: Ride will be cancelled if it
rains.
Leader: Steve Anderson 293-9857
SUN
30
31
TURN! TURN! TURN!
9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C40
There won’t be too many of those pesky turns. We’ll ride to
Newcastle, grind up Indian Hill Road and roll down AuburnFolsom Road.
Leader: Bob Banning 721-4137
2013 Benefit and Event Rides
Each year, a number of benefit and event rides are included in
our Ride Schedule to encourage members to support our local
cycling clubs (e.g., Davis Bike Club, Sacramento Wheelmen)
and to provide opportunities for members to participate in other
organized events, set goals and challenges. To be included in
our Ride Schedule, the ride must meet distance parameters of
approximately no more than 100 miles from Sacramento or be
included as part of a Club Tour, be available to all members (no
lotteries) and no fund raising is permitted. A Sacramento Bike
Hiker must serve as “sign-in leader” responsible for the
sign-in roster at the event. Club members may receive club
miles for participating in an event ride listed in the Ride Schedule
if they register and pay the entry fee, sign-in on the club roster,
and complete one of the official routes. Members are heartily
encouraged to wear Bike Hiker apparel to show club affiliation.
Because of the increasing popularity of these rides, many now
sell out before the ride date. To facilitate your goal planning
and to give as much advance notice as possible, the following
benefit and event rides have been approved for inclusion in our
2013 Ride Schedule. The following rides meet the requirements
and have member support. We will continue to monitor member
participation in these events to determine whether they will be
included in the schedule next year. If you plan to participate,
register as early as possible to ensure your ride reservation.
Dates will be verified as the year progresses.
1st Quarter
Feb 9 Tour de Palm Springs - (Borrego Springs
SBH Club Tour)
Feb 23 Pedaling Paths to Independence (Community Center for the Blind - Stockton)
2nd Quarter
Apr 20
Bike Around the Buttes – (Diabetes Assoc)
Apr 28
Chico Wildflower – (Chico Velo Bike Club)
May 4
Wine Country (Santa Rosa Century)
May 5
Delta Century – (Stockton Bike Club)
May 18 Davis Double (Davis Bike Club)
May 18 Sunrise Century (Rotary Club Lodi)
June 1
Ride Ataxia – Davis
June 2
America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride
(Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition)
June 9
Rex Ride (Benefits Am. River Parkway)
June 15 Sierra Century (Sac Wheelmen)
3rd Quarter
July TBA Death Ride
Aug TBA Tour of Napa Valley (Eagle Cycling Club-)
Aug TBA Marin Double Century
4th Quarter
Sept TBA Knoxville Fall Classic Double Century – Vacaville
Sept TBA Folsom Cyclebration (Folsom Parks & Rec-)
Oct 05
Knocti Challenge (Lakeport Rotary Club)
Oct 05
Levi’s GranFondo (Bike Monkey-Santa Rosa)
Oct 19
Foxy’s Fall Century (Davis Bike Club)
Nov TBA Giro d’Vino (Delta Velo, Lodi-)
CLUB NEWS 2013
New Members
from Membership Chair Dennis Nolan
Lisa Anderson
Steven Anderson
Mike Arnold
Michael Blum
John Boyer
Doug Cassel
Gail Evans
Lauren Fong
Linda Fong
Rob Fong
Gillian Greer
Candy Kellum
David Kennedy
Dylan Kubick
Dale Layton
Joline Layton
Frank Lucia
Nancy Lucia
Sarah Ludeman
Chuck Maas
Michala Merlino
Ray Merlino
Miles Minnies
JoAnne Osborn
Valerie Parks
Janet Pierson
Robert Ramirez
Sherwood Sterlin
Vicki Summers
Ray Vangerwen
Carol Whittaker
Frank Whittaker
Club Meeting Location
Club meetings are held at Community Clubhouse 1
in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750
Grant Avenue near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and
Grant Avenue. Go west on Grant Avenue and the
Community Clubhouse will be on your left. There is a
sign on the building, and tennis courts are next to the
building. Parking is limited in front of the clubhouse,
but there is ample parking in the back. A map can be
found at: http://www.carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/
CPMap.082806.mht
SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS PRESENTS
GET YOUR “2 CENTS WORTH” OF SPRING BLITZ 2013
This is the perfect time to chase away winter blues and start collecting miles to welcome Spring Blitz
2013. The SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS yearly cycling event is held throughout the month to
encourage members to set a goal to cycle as many miles as possible during the month of March –
rain or shine. AND this year the SBH Club will donate .02 cents for every mile ridden during March to
nd
benefit the American River Parkway Foundation. On Saturday, March 2 , the pre-ride “Kick-Off
Spring Blitz 2013” begins at 8:30. Register and enjoy a pre-ride coffee and bagels prior to the
morning ride which starts at 9:30 – all from Five Points.
Here is how the event works:
• Set a mileage goal, an amount that challenges you.
• Submit your completed registration form, registration fee, and a self-addressed stamped
st
envelope (postmarked by Friday, March 1 , 2013) or pay at the first Saturday ride.
• Receive an official rider log and instructions for recording your miles.
• Ride Your Bike! Anywhere, anytime, rain or shine. All miles ridden on your bike count, so
pedal, Pedal, PEDAL! This does not include spin classes or bike trainers.
• Record your miles on the rider log or www.bikejournal.com (honor system).
• Email your mileage to John Grady ([email protected]) Mail your rider log by April 7,
2013 to John Grady/Spring Blitz 2013, P.O. Box 492, Carmichael, CA 95609.
Spring Blitz 2013 is open to all SBH club members who submit registration forms postmarked by
nd
Friday, March 1, 2013 or attend the morning ride on Saturday, March 2 Each participant must
submit a separate registration form. Photocopies of the registration form below may also be
submitted.
Recognition: Look forward to a FUN time celebrating your accomplishment at an evening dinner
party and find out how much money will be donated to the American River Parkway Foundation from
the accumulated Blitz mileage! The dinner will be held at “The Old Spaghetti Factory”, 1910 J. St.,
th
Sacramento, CA 95811 on Wednesday, April 24 . Cocktails @ 6:00 /Dinner at 6:30. All participants
will receive a certificate of their achievement.
For more information, contact SB Coordinator: John Grady ([email protected])

SPRING BLITZ 2013 REGISTRATION FORM
NAME:
(Please print clearly)
ADDRESS:
PHONE:
EMAIL:
Bike Journal Screen Name (if applicable) _______________________
Mileage Goal: ___ Enter in increments of 50 (50,100, 150,200, 250 and up!!)
Enclose:  $15.00 registration fee (nonrefundable) payable to Sacramento Bike Hikers
 Self-addressed, stamped envelope
Mail to:
 John Grady/Spring Blitz 2013
P.O. Box 492
Carmichael, CA 95609
___________________________
Member Signature
Date
___________________________
Parent Signature (for minors) Date
SACRAMENTO

New Membership
BIKE

HIKERS
Renewal
MEMBERSHIP
APPLICATION
Check Type Of Membership
Name
 Individual ................................................... $15
Address
 Family . ........................................................ $20
City
Family Membership
State
ZIP
Phone
E-mail
(2 adults & children under 18 living in the same houshold)
Name of family member(s) who will be riding:
Birthdate:
Birthdate
Would you be willing to volunteer to help lead rides? 
Could you help on club events? 
Are you a beginning rider? 
Make checks payable to: SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS
(Club apparel not included in membership fees)
Mail application and check to:
Sacramento Bike Hikers
c/o Dennis Nolan
PO Box 1005
Carmichael, CA 95609
Release and Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity & Parental Consent Agreement (“Agreement”)
In consideration of participating in Sacramento Bike Hikers (“Club”) sponsored Bicycling Activities (“Activity”), I for myself, my
personal representatives, assignees, heirs, and next of kin:
1) Acknowledge, agree and represent that I understand the nature of Bicycling Activities and that I am qualified, in good
health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activity. I further acknowledge that the Activity will be conducted
over public roads and facilities open to the public during the Activity and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected.
I further agree and warrant that if at any time I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation
in the Activity.
2) Further understand that: (a) bicycling activities involve risks and dangers of serious bodily injury, including
permanent disability, paralysis and death (“Risks”); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions, or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Activity, the condition in which the Activity takes place, or the negligence
of the “releasees” named below; (c) there may be other risks and social and economic losses either not known to me or
not readily foreseeable at this time; and I fully accept and assume all such risks and responsibility for losses, costs, and
damages I incur as a result of my participation in the Activity.
3) Hereby release, discharge, and covenant not to sue the Club, the League of American Bicyclists, their respective
administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers, and employees, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, (each considered one of the “Releasees” herein) from
all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages on my account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by
the negligence of the “RELEASEES” or otherwise, including negligent rescue operation; and I further agree that if, despite this release and waiver of liability, indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the RELEASEES from any litigation
expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost which any may incur as a result of such claim.
I have read the agreement, fully understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it,
and have signed it freely and without any inducement or assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and
unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extend allowed by law and agree that if any portion of this agreement
is held to be invalid, the balance, not withstanding, shall continue in full force and effect.
Please read the waiver and sign below
Signature of applicant ________________________________________________ Date ________________________
Signature of other applicant ____________________________________________ Date ________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian (if member is under 18) _____________________________________________________
Sacramento Bike Hikers
2013 Annual Awards Banquet
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Hilton Sacramento Arden West, 2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento 95815
No-Host Beverages –6:00PM
Dinner –7:00PM
Come celebrate another great year of riding, serving our cycling community, promoting and sponsoring a classic ride, eating and networking with an outstanding group of fellow Bike Hikers. In addition, there will be gifts, ride leader awards, annual mileage recognition, and MORE!
Advance, prepaid reservations only. Reservations close January 23, 2013.
ENTRÉE CHOICES
#1 Seared Pacific Salmon grilled with White Bean and Lobster Vinaigrette
Served with Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
#2 Angus Roast Prime Rib of Beef Rock Salt Crusted with Natural Au Jus and Creamed
Horseradish, Served with Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
#3 Grilled Portobello Mushroom grilled and stuffed with Cheesy Herbed Polenta and
Roast Tomato Aioli
All served with Strawberry Fields Salad of Chilled Spring Mix, Candied Pecans, Crumbled Maytag Bleu Cheese, Sliced Strawberries, Mandarin Oranges, Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing and - for dessert - back by popular demand – Ice Cream Mud Pie!
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SELECT YOUR ENTRÉE FROM THE LIST ABOVE. THEN CLIP THIS PORTION AND RETURN
WITH YOUR RESERVATION AND AMOUNT DUE.
Member Name ______________________________________ Entrée # ______ $15
Member Name ______________________________________ Entrée # ______ $15
Nonmember/Guest Name______________________________
Entrée # ______ $25
Nonmember/Guest Name______________________________
Entrée # ______ $25
Total Amount Enclosed
$ ____________
Make check payable to: Sacramento Bike Hikers and send by January 23, 2013 to:
Bill Bischoff, Sacramento Bike Hikers
P.O. Box 276262
Sacramento, CA 95827
[email protected]
Member Phone _________________________ E-Mail ___________________________
Special Note (if any) ______________________________________________________
Ride Coordinator’s Message
by Elaine Hens & Pam Abbott
Well, here we go again! Looks like 2013 will be another exciting year for the Sacramento Bike Hikers. We want to thank all our ride leaders for continuing to keep the
Ride Schedule filled with interesting and fun choices.
The “Warmer Toes” series starts again on Sunday afternoons in January. The “Hill
Series”, led by Scott Miller, will begin on January 6th and meets every other Sunday
through March 3rd. Each Sunday, a new (and harder) loop is added to the route.
Dan King is offering his “Spring Training” rides from Vic’s Market. The first ride is
January 12th. This is your chance to get in shape for the early season metrics and
centuries. Each ride will get progressively longer as you get progressively stronger.
Watch for the “Lunch” ride series. We have planned one Thursday per month with
a surprise location. And don’t forget to mark your calendar for the SBH Banquet on
February 6th
Dennis King leads the ever popular “Borrego Springs Tour” on Saturday, February
9th ; the Tour de Palm Springs Benefit Ride is an added option. Then on February
23rd you can support “Pedaling Paths for Independence” – a benefit ride in Linden,
CA.
In March, we all look forward to adding up our mileage for “Spring Blitz”. John Grady
has given everyone a new incentive to accumulate mileage. The SBH Club will donate .02 cents per mile ridden by the Spring Blitz participants to the American River
Parkway Foundation. Come out and get your “2 cents worth”!
On Sunday, March 24th, our afternoon “Beginner Ride Series” starts. This is the first
session of a special five-part series designed for cycling “newbies” and those returning to the sport who would like some friendly advice and assistance on basic cycling techniques, safety, fitness, nutrition and simple mechanics. Each session will
include a “show and tell” topic and a ride to practice skills. The rides will gradually
increase in distance.
On Saturday, March 30th, the Party Pardee Pre-ride will be held for all the Party
Pardee Volunteers. Don’t forget to sign up for a committee!
Thanks for all your cooperation with the Ride Board and happy cycling to all,
Pam and Elaine
Want To Buy SBH Clothing?
Club apparel is available at Carmichael Cyles in the Five
Points Shopping Center at Fair Oaks and Arden, Carmichael. Check their ad in the ride schedule for location
details. Club apparel is not included in membership fees
and mail order is not available. The following items are
available at the bike shop.
Short Sleeve Jersey........... $60
Sleeveless Jersey............... $60
Vest..................................... $50
Jacket.................................. $65
Message from the Editor
Laurel Beck
“The bicycle enables us to escape
many other machines. We use it
for transportation, sport, recreation, and make it a way of life.”
Jobst Brandt
Sizes available: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, and
plus sizes (XXL and XXXL). Men and women sizes available. Jersey fit for both sexes is club cut.
Cash or Check Only, No Credit Cards.
“NO SWEEP” RIDES
“No Sweep” rides designated by this symbol tell
potential riders that they need to be self-sufficient.
No one will be following behind to look out for them should they
need assistance. It tells them that they shouldn’t consider this
ride unless they would probably do it on their own or with a
friend. Basically it’s a ride for experienced riders.
However, ride leaders are encouraged to arrange regroup
points on the route to allow riders to stay together. Riders on
“No Sweep” riders are encouraged to ride together and check
with stopped riders to see if they need assistance. Ride leaders
will still check to make sure everyone returns safely.
2013 OFFICERS & STAFF
PRESIDENT.................Greg Smith.............916 539-9400
VICE PRESIDENT........Dietmar Sokowski..916 743-5990
SECRETARY................Joe Lesh.................916 242-8391
MEMBERSHIP.............Dennis Nolan..........916 709-4830
TREASURER...............Bill Bischoff.............916 939-0489
STAFF
Ride Coordinators........Pam Abbott.............916 961-8826
and........Elaine Hens............916 242-8384
Publishing.....................Laurel Beck............916 791-1363
Website.........................Bill Gude.................916 722-2198
Mailing List Moderator..Andy Chandler.......916 988-1499
Brochure Distribution....Larry Robinson.......916 838-5654
Mileage Recorder.........Jerry Beckett..........916 214-3203
Tour Director.................Larry Robinson.......916 838-5654
Locker Coordinators.....Dave Tarquino........916 335-1483
and........Gerry Townsend.....916 769-1309
Historian.......................Sharyn Miller..........530 677-7732
Party Pardee Chairs.....Steve Anderson......916 293-9857
and........Vivienne Nicol........916 752-3890
If you are visiting the American River Parkway,
keep these numbers on hand:
Sacramento County Parks...................... 916 875-5656
State Park Ranger (Hazel to Beal’s Point). 916 988-0205 x777
State Park Emergency............................ 916 358-1301
State Park Non-Emergency..................... 916 958-1300
State Park Information............................. 916 988-0205
Emergency.............................................. 911
RIDE GRADING CODE
THREE FACTORS make up the ease or difficulty of a ride –
not counting such chance factors as traffic, road conditions,
and weather. These factors are important considerations for
riders when selecting rides in which to participate. No rider will
knowingly be left behind alone. However, riders should NOT
sign up for rides beyond their ability. “Biting off more than you
can chew” can result in discouragement or sore muscles, and
invites accidents.
•
Terrain Elevation - Represented by an alpha letter
A - Steep
- Mostly steep grades: strong riders only
B - Steep/Moderate- Some relief from steep grades
C - Moderate
- Hilly; a challenge for the average rider
D - Moderate/Easy - Rolling hills, a challenge for beginners
E - Easy
- Some gentle grades, but no problems
F - Flat
- If any route is really flat
•
•
Distance - Represented by the actual number of miles
Pace - Will range in ‘miles per hour’ between about 12
mph on easy short distance rides to 20+ mph on hard
long distance rides. Generally, the pace increases as the
difficulty (steepness and distance) of the ride increases.
Riders tend to increase their pace as they gain experience, fitness, and are challenged by difficulty. Beginners
and novices are strongly advised to select easy and short
distance rides to start with, and progress up the grading
scale with experience and capability.
Non Profit Org
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PAID
Permit No. 1163
Sacramento, CA
The Sacramento Bike Hikers, P.O. Box 276262 / Sacramento, CA 95827.
The Sacramento Bike Hikers is affiliated with the League of
American Bicyclists.
We urge you to join the League to help keep cycling strong across the country.
Benefits of the League:
Since 1880, the League of American Bicyclists has stood for the rights
of all bicyclists. Today the League is composed of more than 22,000 men and
women who share an interest in cycling and a sense of responsibility for promoting and protecting bicycling.
These goals are accomplished by:
* Advocacy for the full rights of bicyclists
* Promotion of bicycling for recreation, transportation, and fitness.
* Education for safe and effective bicycling
As a member, you receive eight issues a year of Bicycle USA, a magazine focusing on advantages and responsibilities of cycling, and also the Almanac
and TourFinder, information resources for cyclists.
Each issue of BICYCLE USA is full of useful information about bicycling. Regular columns on technical issues, cycling law, bicycle club management,
medicine, and new products keep you up-to- date on the world of cycling. Plus,
our calendar of rides is one of the most comprehensive lists of bicycling events in
the country.
The Bicycling USA calendar lists all major rides sponsored by affiliated clubs (including the Bike Hikers ). There is also free touring information from
a network of volunteers, free lodging available in “Hospitality Homes”, and the
opportunity to attend regional and national bicycle rallies for reduced rates.
We want to help you get the most enjoyment from your bicycling. Our
500 affiliated clubs can tell you about the best routes for day rides, how to get
involved with bicycling locally, and where the next club ride will be held.
At our regional and national rallies you can ride and socialize with
other dedicated cyclists from across the country. Also, during National Century
Month you can be one of the 65,000 bicyclists enjoying a League-sanctioned
Century. Our Hospitality Homes program provides you with a directory of private
accommodations across the country open to League members.
Cyclists riding in our PEDAL for POWER tours raise funds for charity
and for bicycling, while experiencing the adventure of a lifetime.
Yes, I want to join the League of American Bicyclists, to support bicycle advocacy and education. Start my subscription
to BICYCLE USA and send my new member benefit package
immediately.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
(please print or type)
Name(s):________________________________________
Address:________________________________________
City: ___________________ State:_____ Zip__________
Telephone:_____________Club: (Sacramento Bike Hikers)
Membership Categories
Regular
Advocate
Silver Spoke Supporter
Family
Advocate Family
One Year
$30
$50
$100
$45
$75
Two Years
$55
$95
$195
$85
$145
Make checks payable to:
League of American Bicyclists
1612 K Street,NW
Suite 401
Washington, DC 20006
To join by phone call: (202) 822-1333

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