Bits & Pieces April 2007
New Format for Bits & Pieces
The format of the Bits & Pieces page has changed allowing more frequent updates to keep you informed of the latest club news.Articles from the monthly newsletter will still appear but this page will also be updated throughout the month with breaking news and information so check back frequently to see the latest stories.
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Calendar
Apr 2 - Club Meeting 6:30 PM @ Jennifer's RestaurantApr 14 - Cub Scout Bike Rodeo - Fredericktown Mall 10:00 AM
Apr 19 - Basic Bicyclist Class - Session I - See Below
Apr 26 - Utica Park Grand Opening - See Below
Apr 26 - Basic Bicyclist Class - Session II
Apr 27 - Spring Century - See Ride Schedule
Apr 28 - Banff Film Festival @ MSM - See Below
Apr 28-29 - Face of America Bike Ride
May 3 - Basic Bicyclist Class - Session III
May 4 - Health & Safety Bike Rodeo @ Whittier ES 4-8 PM
May 10 - Basic Bicyclist Class - Session IV
May 12 - Adopt-A-Road Pickup - 8:00 AM @ Bethel E.L. Church
May 16 - Ride of Silence
May 18 - Bike to Work Day
May 21 - Club Meeting 6:45 PM @ Jennifer's Restaurant
Jun 23 & 24 - Rails to Trails Sojourn 2007
Jun 25 - Club Meeting 6:45 PM @ Jennifer's Restaurant
Jul 7 - Adopt-A-Road Pickup - 8:00 AM @ Bethel E.L. Church
Aug 6 - Club Meeting 6:45 PM @ Jennifer's Restaurant
Sep 15 - Frederick Pedalers Club Century
Oct 1 - Club Meeting 6:45 PM @ Jennifer's Restaurant
Oct 13 - Adopt-A-Road Pickup - 8:00 AM @ Bethel E.L. Church
Nov 3 or 10 - Frederick Pedalers Club Dinner
Chain Links
Turn Signal Glovehttp://www.nathansports.com
Ten Steps to Save the Outdoors
http://www.americantrails.org/resources/opinion/FutureSearns07.html
Have a favorite website? Send it to us at clubmail@frederickpedalers.org
Basic Bicyclist Class
New for 2007 - The Frederick Pedalers are offering classes on technique, health & safety, equipment, maintenance, rules of the road, hand signals and riding in various weather conditions.More information can be found here
New Club Officers
At the March 3rd Annual Meeting, new club officers were elected for 2007.
Left to Right:
Charles Wilson: Administrative Vice President
George Ruszat: Secretary
Brian King: President
Mike Procario: Touring Vice President
Bob Dollar: Treasurer
Bike to Work Day
If you haven't already done so, make sure you sign up for (and attend!) Bike to Work Day on Friday May 18th:http://www.waba.org/events/btwd
As in past years, the club plans to ride from Frederick City Hall to the MARC Station Pit Stop. Watch this space and the May Ride Schedule for details.
Utica District Park Grand Opening
A ribbon cutting ceremony is planned for Thursday April 26th at 2:00 PM to officially open the new Utica District Park.The club will lead a short ride to the event starting at Walkersville Heritage Farm Park located on Devilbiss Bridge Road across from Glade Elementary School. We will plan to depart shortly after 1:30 PM to arrive at the park a few minutes before the ceremony begins. Depending on weather and the group's desire, we may extend the trip back to ride a few extra miles.
The club has already used park facilities several times, and the county has allowed us to use the picnic pavillion at no charge for our Basic Bicyclist Classes so we would like to show our support by having some members attend the ceremony. Please Contact Us if you would like more information about this event or the club ride that day.
You can see more info on the park here:
http://www.co.frederick.md.us/index.asp?NID=1963
Frederick County Roads Board Looking For Members
The Frederick County Roads Board is looking for new members who can provide advice and recommendations to the Department of Highways and Transportation and the Board of County Commissioners. Joining this group would be a great way to provide input on road projects in the county and ensure they are hearing the views of cyclists.If you are interested, take a look at the Public Notice
SRAM Brake Component Recall
Some SRAM road brake calipers have been recalled. More detail is availabale at:http://www.sram.com/_media/pdf/news/SRAM_Recall_Poster_Final.pdf
Film Festival Features 8000km Bike Trip Across Asia
On Saturday April 28th at 7:30 PM Mount St. Mary's will be hosting the Banff Film Festival. Every year there is an international film festival in Banff, British Columbia where films about mountain culture are screened and celebrated. After the official festival, the winners and 'best of the fest' go on a world tour to over 25 countries and six continents. Emmitsburg and Mount St. Mary’s University are lucky enough to be one of the stops this year. Of special interest is a film about a couple's six month 8000km bike trip across Asia. I can hear Ann & Fred salivating already . . .Check here for more info:
http://www.chestnutmtnproductions.com/banff/emmitsburgfilms.htm
Frederick Gazette Article on Bike Paths
Our club's esteemed statesman Bill Smith was quoted in an April 19th Gazette article about Frederick City bike paths:http://www.gazette.net/stories/041907/frednew225049_32326.shtml
This story shall be forever noteworthy for Bill's use of the term 'unfettered' when referring to cyclist's access to public roadways.
You Have Mail !
Do we have your current email address? The club normally sends out at least one email message a month to all members. If you’ve not received any club email in the last few months, it is likely that we do not have your current address. Email us at clubmail@frederickpedalers.org using your preferred account.Funny Foto of the Month
OK kids - Spring is officially here. It's time to get off that trainer
you've been using all winter, and hit the great outdoors !!