| Name: Chris Noble |
| Site: NetWrench |
| OK - here's the first one - Ryan & Amy's email bounced - anyone have a current address for them (or anyone else not on the Contact page)? |
| Name: Freight Train |
| Site: The "Official" Atomic Slugs Website |
| Nice addition to an already stellar site. Team Riverlea will be the envy of riding teams everywhere. Has the USPS team contracted your services yet Chris? |
| Name: Andy H. |
| Site: Litespeed |
| Chris - Great job on updating the website! All - I just want everyone to know that I have established a new high in winter training. I have a total of 15 outdoor miles and 0 indoor miles through the end of Feb. I hope I don't hold you guys back this year!!! |
| Name: Randy |
| Site: Miami Valley Bike Clubs, etc. |
| The site looks great Chris, The team talk is fun but will probably not replace phone calls on rainy mornings just yet. The jerseys look cool, I didn't know we had a sponsor. There is a Bicycle Awareness day put on by the Ohio Bicycle Foundation on March 21 at the Statehouse. |
| Name: Andy Smith |
| Site: Horizontal |
| Looks like this might be a great communication tool but, I still used the phone this morning to report our no-show due to the flu. Andy, keep up the training, maybe we can keep you in sight this year! |
| Name: Al |
| Site: Crosscountry |
| Sunday 3/5/00 Perfect morning, great ride, new bike, all is good ! |
| Name: Al |
| Site: crosscountry |
| The weather outlook for this weekend doesn't look good! Check this site or call me or Dan if you have any doubts. Al |
| Name: Al |
| Site: crosscountry |
| No doubts about it. I couldn't get the tire chains on the new bike so decided to cancel today and wait for next week. |
| Name: Al |
| Site: crosscountry |
| No doubts about it. I couldn't get the tire chains on the new bike so decided to cancel today and wait for next week. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/12/00 |
| Greetings! I've simplified the form slightly - now all you need enter is your name, email and the date. I'll move older notes to the Archive so that "hot news" - like "Andy shows up for a team ride!" - appear on the first page... |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 3/19/00 7am |
| Cold & wet but mother's day is only 8 weeks away so we'd better test our rain gear today. See you at the dam. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 3/19/00 8am |
| Upon further review, the committee to confirm has conferred and has concluded that the constant cold and credible risk of continued precipitation warrants a cancellation for todays cycling collaboration. |
| Name: Dan Gutin (Al's son) |
| Date: 7/4/2000 |
| Hello Team Riverlea. I just wanted to let you know that the web site looks great! I love all the photos. I hope I'll be able to follow Dan and my dad's progress on their dream-ride! Just to make you all a little jealous, I'll be watching the end of the Tour de France on July 23 from the balcony of my apartment. The final leg into Paris comes zipping along the street I live on. I think you guys should organize a trip over here so we can go biking in the Loire valley. Take care, and please be careful (especially you, Dad). |
| Name: Doug Mangette |
| Date: 7/6/00 |
| The short-awaited time has arrived! Mackenzie Eryn Mangette was born July 4, 2000 at 11:14 am. She is a beautiful little girl with a head full of black hair. She weighed in at 7lb 15 oz, and measured 20 in. Turns out she is a very loud, impatient person. She was born 25 minutes after reaching the hospital, and she came into the world kicking and screaming. Both, mother and daughter, are doing fine, and are home now. Haley is a proud big sister and loves to hold her sister. We hope to be returning to the biking scene soon. Take care. |
| Name: Bob |
| Date: 7/8/2000 |
| Best wishes to Al & Dan on their trip across America. I will be with you in spirit (much easier on my tush that way). Great to see you tonight. Thanks for dinner. |
| Name: dave gutin |
| Date: 7/10/00 |
| hello everybody, its the long lost MTB rocky mountain division of the teamriverlea, dave gutin. great job on the site! hope the riding is not too hot there for ya. I though of my fellow ohio riding partners on sunday when i was on one of the most beautiful and incredible mountainbike rides ive doon yet, emerald lake in bozeman montana, 8 miles of great technicle singletrack. be sure to check topozone.com and terrasever.com for all of your map and areial photograph needs, hope to ride with you this fall, take care, and hi dad! |
| Name: Trudy/Sacha Rammon |
| Date: 7-10-00 |
| Al and Dan, Don't know the exact date of your departure, but wish you both a great trip! I was sooo happy to see you both on the bike path (and especially you, Al, in a healing mode). Wished we would have talked a little more. Have a fabulous ride. We'll all be thinking of you!! Be safe...Mary and Richard wish you the best, too!! Peddle on... RETURN SAFELY!! t & s |
| Name: Sarah Gutin |
| Date: July 11 |
| Hello everyone! Dad and Dan, I just wanted to wish you guys good luck! I know that everything is going to be wonderful. Take a lot of photographs for me! I love you very much dad:) |
| Name: Chas Williams |
| Date: 7/16/00 |
| Best wishes for a great ride, you guys. I haven't forgotten my brief days on TR. I'll be thinking about you and will keep track of your progress. Let the good pies roll. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: July 16, 2000 |
| Our adventure starts tomorrow! I want to thank everyone for their best wishes and good thoughts.Dave, Dan, Sarah, Bob,Dianne, Randy,Denise,Sue,John,Chris,Kim, Andy,Teresa, Molly, Lisa,Penny,Kathy,Joanna,Dawn, Drew , Cindy and most of all Jim, who's willingness allowed me the opportunity to attempt this quest. I'll keep you posted. Think Tail Winds. Al |
| Name: Dianne Gutin (sister-in-law) |
| Date: 7/17/2000 |
| Hi Al and Dan, You've been on my mind all day today! It seems this has been so long in the planning, I can hardly believe it's actually happening. I'm looking forward to following your progress from day to day. Al, I told your mom that I would keep her posted, by phone, on your trek. I'll make sure to only send her "happy" reports! Best of luck, on this your first day away from Worthinton. May this be the beginning of a wonderful adventure! Love, safety and tail winds, Dianne |
| Name: Kim and Andy |
| Date: 7-18-2000 |
| Godspeed Al and Dan! |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 7/18/00 |
| New! There's a new place for the Dan & Al's Big Adventure online journal - check out the X-Country link, and then "Trip Journal". I've moved the former Team Talk entries to the archive, and all the trip entries to the journal. Follow the adventurers there! |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 7/20/00 |
| I think we officially have the youngest rider in our group. Mackenzie, Mom and Dad went out for the first ride when Mackenzie was 8 days old. Yes, it was only five miles but she slept the whole way. |
| Name: Ken and Karen |
| Date: 7-28-2000 |
| Following your progress with great interest. Soon to be in Idaho it looks like. Jane and Kay are back to keep the home fires burning. Ride on and take care. Karen and Ken |
| Name: John Clark |
| Date: July 29, 2000 |
| Congratulations on a good start. We'll be watching your progress with interest and just pride that we know someone who can do this trip. This is a great website. Keep up the progress reports so that we can keep track day to day. Good Luck. Dan's cousin John, Sue, Katie and Maria. |
| Name: Polly & Brax Tewart |
| Date: 8/9/00 |
| We have watched your progress to date and it is great to see your dream coming true. While we are certain many things have happened along the way that could not be predicted, we are sure that your preparation for the trip has proven more than a match for all the challenges, and we wish you continued success as your journey progresses. |
| Name: Dick Birdsall |
| Date: 08/21/00 |
| Al, hope you are having a great time. It has to be an adventure you will always remember. Take lots of pictures. Look forward to hearing about it on your safe return. Hope the wind is at you back for the trip. Wish you well. Dick. |
| Name: Bill & Eric |
| Date: August 23,, 2000 |
| Al - We understand you and Dan have had a wonderful bike ride thus far, through Oregon, Idaho, Montana, the Rockies and now it's Kansas. You will be so in shape, lean & mean when you return. We will all be wimps. Enjoy following you, our thoughts and prayers are with you and Dan. |
| Name: Penny Call |
| Date: 8/23/2000 |
| I guess you never know who will turm up on your e-mail. What a great adventure. I have enjoyed reading it from the comforts of home. good luck to you both. Penny |
| Name: Joe Cofer |
| Date: 8/26/00 |
| Dear Dan, I'm enjoying following your progress. Kansas can be a nice experience if you let it be. Not many people stop in those little towns except bicyclists. So they are happy to see us. We had a wonderful trip in Michigan this summer. Maybe you and Al will join us next summer for a mini-trip. Mike Cardi joined us this summer and he has biked Kansas also. I will pass your website info on to him. Glad to see you are doing so well. Come to the seminar next spring and share your experiences. Enjoy your adventure and have fun. My best, (bicycle) me |
| Name: Gary Levin |
| Date: Aug 27 |
| Hi Guys!! Way to go Cuz! What a trip!. I've been peeking in on your trip after Bob told us about it. Sounds fantastic. Glad to hear all is well, the equipment is working and no bear attacks yet. Great way to keep healthy and enjoy the country. Keep on truckin' ... and the best of luck. |
| Name: Kay and Mike |
| Date: 9/1600 |
| Dear Dan,Kay,Al and Jane, Glad to hear you're in Berea! Enjoy your honeymoons! Dan and Al it has been great fun "travlin' with you"...Dan, as I was trying to type this I hit something wrong and the first thing I saw on the screen was "Reagan in Love"...how did you do that? Weather in Canton is cool today...maybe the 70's but it doesn't feel quite that warm. Chris thank you for providing this great message board...I feel like I've gone cross country on a bike and met lots of new people! And, Bob, to me you are an "anchor"...its good to read your steady advice and to know that you are helping to navigate this "Reverse Lewis and Clark 2000"! Hard to believe we'll only get to do this for two more weeks!...How about retracing your wheel path Dan and Al?...just kidding, Kay and Jane. Love and prayers as you continue onward...and its sounds like...upward! |
| Name: Kay and Mike, Canton |
| Date: 9/28/2000 |
| Good morning! Guess our last message was lost in the Great Vowel Escape! When I was writing that message I hit a wrong key or something and the first thing I saw on my screen when it came up was "Reagan in Love"...How'd you do that Dan? Thank you, Chris, for this great site...its been fun "riding along across the country with Dan and Al"...not being the athletic types, we like the "virtual ride". And Bob, its been very reassuring to read your research/advice as they move forward into new territories. Our prayers are with you RIDERS OF 2000 as you complete your journey and dip those wheels into the Atlantic...Thanks for sharing your GREAT ADVENTURE! |
| Name: Zach Smith |
| Date: 10/6/00 |
| Hey Team Riverlea! Congratulations to Al and Dan on successfully completing their Dream Ride. Just wanted to remind everyone to ride on Sunday. It's your last Sunday ride before the fall ride!!! We all need the training. So I hope to see you there. 8:00 at the dam. Later, Zach. |
| Name: Denise |
| Date: 12.18.00 |
| It is almost Christmas! I am back in Brazil, working, but also riding my bike and always thinking about our Sunday rides. It is very hilly around here, and it is necessary to have mountain bikes because of the terrain. The view is wonderful from the top of the hills. I had to put very knobby tires to be able to ride safely here! I want to wish a Merry Christmas for the team! I hope to ride with Team Riverlea again early in the New Century! Happy 2001!!! Denise |
| Name: Zach Smith |
| Date: 5-13-01 |
| Hey Team. I hope TOSRV went well. Sorry I haven't been able to ride recently. School has been keeping me pretty busy. Senior year is pretty hectic. But I hope to be on the bike next Sunday, and to continue ridding after that. So I hope everyone had a good TOSRV experience, Nice weather! (That's a first) So, I look forward to hearing about it Sunday. Have a good week. -Zach |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/14/01 |
| Thanks to all who made Olivia's first TOSRV a great success! I'll try and post some pictures soon, although with Olivia snapping the shots off the back of a wobbly tandem, I can't promise focus. FYI - a few folks have asked me about purchasing bikes online - I bought both the tandem and my single that way. There was an article in the Dispatch today about a new/old service that presents online classifieds - http://groups.google.com. If you click on "rec.", then "rec.bicycles.", then "rec.bicycles.marketplace" you'll find a searchable bulletin board of bike stuff for sale all over the country. I can't promise there aren't ripoffs lurking here, but on the whole it seems pretty good. Good hunting! |
| Name: Gregg |
| Date: May 15 |
| My inaugural TOSRV was beyond expectations. Ralph, Mike, and I appreciate the months of training and comraderie that culminated in last weekend's ride. Thanks to all the Team, with special thanks to Al, Dan, and Webmaster (and power rider) Chris. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/16/01 |
| So now that the TOSRV challenge has been firmly wrestled to the ground I think Gregg, Mike and Ralph need a new goal. I propose the Columbus Fall Challenge - 9/29-30. Rated "10+", and it's no exaggeration. The scenery is spectacular, and at times you can even look up to enjoy it. Good prep for the TeamR Fall Ride too! More lobbying to follow... |
| Name: Larry |
| Date: May 18, |
| Thanks again to the Team for allowing Lois and I to join the TOSRV festivities.Clearly one of the highlights of the biking season. This Tosrv was just about perfect, great company, good weather, and I swear the wind turned around Sunday.I'd like to invite any of you who have an inclination to do a semi- challenging ride to be my house guest on June 9th for Sunday in June, June 10, starting in Burton. Ride anywhere from 25-100 mi through the rolling hills of Amish country. It's fun and beautiful.Just give me a call at 216-241-5210 and we'll work out details. REGARDS TO ALL Larry |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 5-18-01 |
| TOSRV was a great team effort. 17 down and back successfully. Thanks to all! This Sunday's breakfast ride will start at 8:00 at Alum Creek Dam, lower parking lot. Neither Dan nor I will be available so it's up to whoever shows to decide the route. Hope to see you guys the following week. |
| Name: Zach Smith |
| Date: 5-20-01 |
| Hey Team! Where was everybody today?! (- Looks Who Talking) Anyway, My dad and I went up to Alum today, however we didn't find anyone up there. We ended up ridding with a gay named Bill, from Westerville Bike club, and two other riders, Mel and Debbie. It was a great ride, It felt good to get back on the bike again. I'll be there again next Sunday, hope to see the Team out there. Later, Zach [IMG]http://hometown.aol.com/zas1996/BikePic.html[/IMG] |
| Name: Debi/Mel |
| Date: 5/20/01 |
| Mel & I had fun today. Hope to hook up w/you soon. Great challenge w/Mel, Zack. Nice to meet both you and your dad as I have heard so many nice things about you guys. The weather could not have been more perfect and the company was superb. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 5/26/01 |
| If it's not raining lets meet at 8 am tomorrow for the SMBR (Sunday Morning Breakfast Ride) at Alum Creek again. Sorry about last week, I was in the recovery phase of low back spasms and wasn't ready to risk it. Andy, bring your Percoset! |
| Name: Zach |
| Date: 5-30-01 |
| Hey Team, Where were you last weekend? I was up there on Sunday. Randy was there, Kim and Andy were there but were was everyone else? Anyway, hopefully more people can get out this Sunday. I should be able to make it (I'm graduating on Sunday!!!). Hope to see more riders Sunday, Have a good week, Zach |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: June 2, 01 Saturday |
| The weather doesn't look like it's going to agree, but if it does, lets do a 30 to 40 mile Sunday AM ride starting at the Alum Creek lower dam parking lot at 8AM. See ya there. |
| Name: Mel/Debi |
| Date: 6-2-01 |
| We will be there Sun morning, weather permitting. Don't leave us!!!! Congratulations, Zach, on graduation. |
| Name: Zach |
| Date: 6-8-01 |
| Hey Team, Well I graduated from High School! Doesn't look like I will be able to make it out this Sunday (Grad. Party for Family).. But I hope to see everyone again soon. Have fun on Sunday. Thanks Mel and Debi for the message, See you guys later -- Zach |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 06/14/01 |
| Thought I'd sign in to let you know we still exist over here in Dublin. Haven't been on the bikes since TOSRV, but will be again soon. I hope to have Haley on the back of the tandem soon. Kay and I have been discussing the possibility of reviving the "Tour de BBQ Chicken" ride on July 4th. The distance would have to be cut down greatly since we both haul children now. We'll probably make it between 20 & 30 miles. We can adjust the time according to when the chicken is served. Please email, or call (793-3376) if you are interested. PS July 4th is a special day for the youngest rider in the Team R family. She will turn 1! |
| Name: Zach Smith |
| Date: 6-23-01 |
| Hey Team!! Where is everyone?? I was there last weekend with my neighbor, but I only saw John. I've been missing the team out there!! I hope to see many more riders tomorrow!! At eight (nobles! Ok, see you guys on the road, or in the parking lot. Later Zach |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 6/29/01 |
| It's official! We will be riding Tour de BBQ Chicken starting at 9:30am on July 4th, 2001. We will be leaving from our house. Round trip should be @30 miles with a stop in Osterander @11:00. Please let me know if you wish to participate, and if you need directions. Hope to see you there! |
| Name: Mel/Debi |
| Date: 7-1-01 |
| Great ride this morning....Zach you missed your chance, both Mel and Chris were there for the challange. And you were where??? Our timing was perfect, as soon as we got home the rain started. Looking forward to seeing everyone again. |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 7/1/01 |
| Hello all, Great ride today and where were you Zack? I hope some of you remember my plea on the morning of the breakfast in Feb., to get some help for the Covered Bridge Century. COP needs some help on this important CFC training ride and I had asked if anyone might be interested in lending a hand. The work would be 90% beforehand and the date is Sept 8. We would definitely get the chance to ride, this is a budget tour and there is no SAG. This is the first training ride for CFC that COP does in the fall. Please give me a call, 785-6583, if you might have some time for this. We will do route planning from historic maps and marking of the roads. I will volunteer to take the registrations and hand out stuff the morning of the ride. |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 7/4/01 |
| Looks like the weather will do us in this time. Storms approaching from the west means no bbq chicken ride this year. We hope to see you out on Sundays again soon. |
| Name: Zach |
| Date: 7-5-01 |
| Hey Team!! Sorry I missed everyone. I went to Cleveland on Sat. to see my favorite band, Third Eye Blind play a free show and didn't get home 'till very late. I wanted to ride, I had a great time two weeks ago. I'll be out there this Sunday! Hope to see Everyone.. Tour stats Saturday, GO LANCE!!!!! See you guys Sun, Zach |
| Name: Zach |
| Date: 8-1-01 |
| Hey Team! I won't be ab;e to join you for the nest two weeks. I'm going to Tucson.. (Mountain training)(Dan, for CFC of course) I have been ridding with the boys down at OSU, well mostly just the coach. But I've been working with him. Tonight I'm going ridding with some CAT 1&2 guys. Most of them raced in the Wendy's classic last week. So, we'll see how that goes. But I won't be seeing you guys for a while. Thanks, Good Luck on your rides! See you later, Zach |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 8/9/01 |
| New pictures! Just 5 short months in the works... News, let's see: Sunday rides are going strong (8:00a.m. Alum Dam lower lot), with a good regular contingent. Saturday early a.m. rides are gaining in popularity - from the Village Green at first light if for some reason you don't know what to do with yourself at 6:00a.m. on a Saturday. 2001 Columbus Fall Challenge (CFC) is gaining interest too - Team R may field as many as 8 riders for some or all of the two day event. Zach Smith is training in the Arizona mountains, and Ann Henderson is training in the White Mountains of New Hampshire this week - some clue that this is no small undertaking! Look for more training ride updates and links soon. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 8/l3/01 |
| Today I sent my check for CFC. Hopefully that will inspire some of you who might be wavering, knowing that the oldest guy on the team is now fully committed. See ya on all of the pre-CFC training rides. |
| Name: Zach |
| Date: 8-15-01 |
| Hey! Well, I'm back. I did a lot of training in Arizona. I rode up some of the same mountains that US Postal trained on in early March. I'm ready to join up with the team next Sunday morning. I hope to see everyone out there. Dan, I'm committed to CFC. Hope everyone considered riding. See you Sunday, Zach. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 9/24/01 |
| Time to get this thing back up to date! I have updated the Links section - now it has a cycling news headline feed that's updated daily. I'll try and add some new info about the 2001 Team Riverlea Fall Ride shortly. I also need pix for the Team Bios (and preferred nicknames, unless you want me to pick). CFC in 6 days - think warm, sunny thoughts! |
| Name: Gregg Bachmann |
| Date: Oct. 1 |
| Dan--do I get to wear the tee-shirt now? Thanks for a great season and that telephone call last February. Hope you made it back in good form. Have fun on the RFC. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Oct 3, 01 |
| Here is a change for the Sunday AM team Riverlea ride. Instead of meeting at Alum Creek we will meet Oct 7, Sunday, in my driveway at 9AM, an hour later than normal, and ride to the OSU football stadium where John Schilling will conduct a private tour. We will continue down the bike path to downtown, find a breakfast place and return. See ya Sunday and then the following Saturday for "The Fall Ride". |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Oct 3, 01 |
| Here is a change for the Sunday AM team Riverlea ride. Instead of meeting at Alum Creek we will meet Oct 7, Sunday, in my driveway at 9AM, an hour later than normal, and ride to the OSU football stadium where John Schilling will conduct a private tour. We will continue down the bike path to downtown, find a breakfast place and return. See ya Sunday and then the following Saturday for "The Fall Ride". |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 10.14.01 |
| Congratulations to Kim and Andy for a great Riverlea Fall Challenge! The day was beautiful, the route, scenic and the company was, as always, exceptional. Did I forget to mention the fantastic food stops? We missed you at dinner, but know that family obligations come first. Thanks so much for the hard work and creative effort to give us our first loop century route. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 12/9/01 |
| Hey guys, here's one to consider. In the current COP newsletter is mentioned a bide ride on Jan l, leaving at llAM from the Bob Evans on the west side of Sawmill rd just south of 270. Assuming good conditions (no rain, sleet or snow) could we consider this an event? Let me know. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 12-27-01 |
| A change from the above. The COP ride starts at llAM and by joining that one we would miss most of the OSU bowl game. Lets try for Alum Creek at 9AM but the weather report is not close to good. Lets guess that we will start if the temp is 30F or better. Stay tuned. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 12-27-01 |
| A change from the above. The COP ride starts at llAM and by joining that one we would miss most of the OSU bowl game. Lets try for Alum Creek at 9AM but the weather report is not close to good. Lets guess that we will start if the temp is 30F or better. Stay tuned. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 1/26/02 |
| Hey guys, it looks like the conditions might be acceptable for a Team Riverlea ride tomarrow AM, Sunday, starting at 9AM at the Alum Creek lower dam parking lot. Pass the word. See ya, Dan |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3-3-02 |
| Good Morning! The weather channel tells us that it is only going downhill - so, no ride this AM. See ya next Sunday. |
| Name: dan noble |
| Date: 3/10/02 |
| Well, the temp might be close to acceptable but the wind chill is l3 with no signs of improvement. Thats too cold - see ya next Sunday |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/15/02 |
| Sunday! Weather is supposed to be cold to start - maybe low 30's, but then warm up. I know we need the miles... My dad is doing well - should be home Saturday or Sunday. Won't be with us for a few Sundays, but still hoping for TOSRV. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 3/17/02 6:30 am |
| Once again the weather doesn't look good but since we are 3 weeks behind on our training we had better try to get so miles in today. See you at the dam at 9:00. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 3/23/02 |
| Tomorrow's ride may be cold and possibly wet. Again use your judgement as to whether you are willing to suffer now or on TOSRV. I wont be able to leave a message in the morning but I'll probably be at the start regardless of the weather and decide then whether to ride or drive to breakfast. |
| Name: John Schilling |
| Date: March 23, 2002 |
| Saturday Ride, March 30th As an alternative to the Easter Sunday ride I am organizing a ride to the Dutch Kitchen and points beyond this coming Saturday, March 30th. We will meet in the Witco parking lot (west of Frantz Road) at 9:00 a.m. I would like to ride 40-50 miles, depending upon the weather. Breakfast stop at the Dutch Kitchen around the halfway mark. *Disclaimer* Ride organizer is not responsible for poor weather, including snow which plagues this area AFTER winter is officially over, and for illness from eating a whole cinnamon roll, or part thereof. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 3/29/02 |
| For those team members not riding to the Dutch Kitchen with John Schilling tomorrow, the Easter ride is available on Sunday. We will meet in Canal Winchester,behind the old Shade's restaurant in the municiple parking lot in the center of town at 9:00 am. To get there take Rt 33 south east towards Lancaster, exit at the Canal Winchester off ramp turn right and then take the first left (by the gas station) to get into the small business district a few miles down the road. You can then find the parking lot easily from there. The weather may be a factor again, so use your best judgement. The ride is about 46 miles with some hills on the way back from Lancaster. See you there. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/5/02 |
| Busy weekend with family in town, so my cycling needs to fly under the radar. I think a few folks are planning a 7 a.m. ride from the Village Green Saturday (2-3 hours max), and Sunday I'll probably try something similar - an hour or two of early riding from the dam, and then maybe an hour with the group before I head back. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 4/6/02 |
| Tomorrows ride is from the dam to Cardington and back (about 52 miles). It is basically a north/south direction and flat. Remember the time change tonight. See you at the dam at 9am DST and dress warmly. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 4/12/02 |
| This week's ride is the Laurelville Ride. It is a very hilly but beautiful loop. The starting point is the parking lot on the northwest corner of route 33 and 180 just north of Logan. It takes about an hour to drive to the start. Lets hope for clear weather again but minus the wind of last week's return trip. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 4/14/02 7:45am |
| The weather station shows heavy rain over the Hocking Hills so I think official cancellation is in order. See you next week at the dam. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/15/02 |
| Well shoot, I'm going to miss another TR ride - we'll be out of town this weekend. Gregg and I did get in a brief, wet ride yesterday - not too bad, and at least not cold! The Zoo ride application is supposed to be postmarked by the 17th - if you don't have one they have apps online here: http://www.colszoo.org/calendar/cycling_safari.html |
| Name: Zach |
| Date: 4-18-02 |
| Hey Everyone! I have to do some shameless promoting, if that's okay. My band, LOCH NESS, is playing has a gig May 9th. I wanted to invite everyone! The show is free and is at Woody's Place in the Student Union (On OSU's campus). The show starts at 8, We're headlining, so come check us out. If you need any info e-mail me (Zas1996@aol. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 4/20/02 |
| Tomorrow's ride is the Granville ride, leaving the dam at 9:00am.It's about a 70 mile round trip. There is an shorter 40 mile option for those needing to get back earlier (that may include me). See you tomorrow. |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 04/21/2002 7:00 AM |
| TOSRV dinner is at our place this year. I am currently working on a flyer to include pertinent information and a map. Hope to see everyone there. |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 4/22/2002 |
| We are planning on riding on Saturday, the 27th, to the Dutch Kitchen. Starting at 9:00 am from Witco at the corner of Rings Road and Frantz Road in Dublin. We will have the girls so we will only ride if the weather cooperates. Let us know if you are thinking about joining us. Mileage will be 20 to 25 miles. Anyone wishing for some extra training is welcome to tow one of the girls!!! |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 4/26/02 |
| This Sunday's ride was listed as a question mark on our training schedule because we weren't sure if COP was holding the 28th Mid-Ohio Century. Apparently they are as a budget tour, so lets meet at Olentangy High School ready to ride at 8:00am. Lets hope for drier and warmer than last week. |
| Name: Ann |
| Date: 4/29/02 |
| Hey TeamR - I'm doing tosrv this year and looking forward to seeing the team again. My brother-in-law Phil will be coming along too. We've managed to scrounge up last min hotel spots in Piketon, but we're still looking for leftover tix. If anyone knows of ones for sale, let me know. I put up a notice on the tosrv bulletin board too. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/29/02 |
| Well against all odds we appear to be headed for a good turnout for the 2002 TOSRV. Ann & Phil are coming down from Cleveland after all; Mike is coming in from L.A., and even Doug was spotted on two wheels this weekend! Zoo Ride and Top of Ohio this weekend - see you there! |
| Name: Larry |
| Date: 4/29/02 |
| They're coming out of the woodwork, must be that time of year. Hope to see you at TOSRV. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 5/1/02 |
| Final weekend before TOSRV! Two training rides left. Saturday is the Zoo ride. I have to work so I will not be able to ride that one. I'm assuming those of you riding know the details concerning where and when to meet. Sunday's ride is the Top of Ohio. Lets meet at the Hilliard Municipal Park off Scioto-Darby Road, ready to ride at 8:00am. This is a budget tour again, so bring a few Power Bars etc. for nurishment. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 5/1/02 |
| Final weekend before TOSRV! Two training rides left. Saturday is the Zoo ride. I have to work so I will not be able to ride that one. I'm assuming those of you riding know the details concerning where and when to meet. Sunday's ride is the Top of Ohio. Lets meet at the Hilliard Municipal Park off Scioto-Darby Road, ready to ride at 8:00am. This is a budget tour again, so bring a few Power Bars etc. for nurishment. |
| Name: Phil L |
| Date: 5-3-02 |
| As Ann mentioned, I'm coming down for another TOSRV with the Riverlea people, but this time, I'm sans Joy (and tandem, although we now have an upgraded tandem from the now-defunct Ibis Co) and the kids. I'll be on my single. Anyway, I'm looking for someone interested in sharing the cost of a room on Sat night. Any takers? |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 5/8/02 |
| As we know the Manguette's are graciosly hosting the pre-TOSRV dinner this year. If you are unsure what to bring please check with Doug and Kay at 793-2276. We also have two options for transporting your gear down to Piketon. You can either bring your things to Doug and Kay's on friday night and place them in my truck and Jane will bring them down on Saturday around 4:00pm or Dan will take them on Saturday morning at the starting point. See you Friday evening. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/14/02 |
| I want to extend a sincere 'thank you' to those Team Riverlea folks who helped me out following our mishap south of Lake White on Saturday. Your roadside words of support and phone calls about my condition were greatly appreciated. Special thanks to Mike for driving me to Portsmouth, and to Larry for giving up the return leg of the tour to drive me back to Columbus on Saturday afternoon. I'm glad that the rest of you were able to safely complete the tour on Sunday. And had it not been for Patty driving my car in the first place, I would not have experienced such good fortune. My wife, Peggy, also extends her thanks for your help. It made her a lot more comfortable knowing I was in good hands enroute to Columbus. Turns out I did break my wrist, had surgery at Riverside about 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, was home that evening, and was able to go back to work on Monday. I saw my therapist this morning, who fitted me with a really cool 'removable' plastic cast with a zipper, so physical therapy can start next week. All is going well with the recovery, in fact, I am typing this message quite well using both hands. I hope to see you all on the road in a few weeks. As far as a new bike goes, those dreams faded away once the Percoset wore off. The old bike looks repairable. Best regards and thanks again to all. |
| Name: Larry Corman |
| Date: 5/15/02 |
| Thanks to all for the help and consolation. Everyone really made a bad situation tolerable. Sorry to delay the ride on such a long day. Patty and her friend Hank really went out of their way for us and their efforts are much appreciated. i hope the accidents for all are over for the year. sincerely Larry |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: May 18, 02 |
| Should the weather info be wrong, we might try a ride Sun at 8AM starting at the Lower Dam Parking Lot. Note the change in starting time after TOSRV is 8AM. Maybe, but only maybe, I'll see ya there. Dan |
| Name: Chuck and Jane |
| Date: 5/25/02 |
| Hello Everyone, We enjoyed riding with everyone on TOSRV and we are glad that the injuries are healing quickly. Just wondering if anyone will be riding Sunday, May 26th from Alum Creek? 8:00? |
| Name: Gregg |
| Date: June 3 |
| Al--the adventure racing website I mentioned is: www.hfpracing.com. See you soon. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: June 6 |
| Someone left a pair of black performance tights with stirrups in my car the Saturday of TOSRV weekend. If you would, John S, please forward this note to Frank in Toledo as he is my prime suspect. See ya Sunday at 8AM at Alum Creek. Dan |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 06/25 |
| Is anyone riding this weekend? Is the ride at the normal spot? Need to know to arrange babysitter. Thanks. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 6/26/02 |
| Hi Doug, We will be riding at 8am at Alum Creek lower dam area. |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 06/30/02 |
| Sorry we missed you. Hope to be there in a couple of weeks. |
| Name: Zach |
| Date: 7-18-02 |
| More shamless promotion. Hey I just wanted to let everyone know that my band is playig a show at the Northberg Tavern on July 24! (Located under Donatos Pizza, at the Corner of Frambes & High. 2084 North High Street (614) 421-3667) We are headlining, Big Soul Kiss, and Chris Ranney will be opening. So come check us out, and tell all of your friends. There is a cover of $5 for those under 21 and $3 if you're over. It's gonna be a great show! Any questions, e-mail me or call (614-433-9784). I can't wait, hope to see you there. GO LANCE!!!! later, Zach |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 8/30/02 |
| Just in case you didn't get the word - there will be a Team Riverlea ride this coming Sunday, Dec l starting at Alum Creek lower dam. See ya at 8AM. Dan |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: sept 4, 02 |
| This coming Sunday, Sep 8, we will be riding the Dry Run. It starts at Westerville South High located at 303 S Otterbein Ave. Go E on Schrock rd, past State St, SR3 and turn left on Otterbein.We will do the 67 mile route. be there, ready to ride at 8AM. See ya there. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Oct 23, 02 |
| It looks like we might have a good bike day this coming Sunday AM. Don't forget the later starting time of 9AM. See you then. |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 1/2/03 |
| Hi Gang! Just seeing who is still looking at this wonderful site and resource for us. Happy New Year to all and I am looking forward to ping-pong and a winter ride. Too bad NYD did not work out, but we can still ride in January! |
| Name: Lee Schneider |
| Date: 1-27-03 |
| Read the team talk and I hope to saddle up again this year when the weather breaks. Would like to join you for a ride or two this year if I qualify? THINK SPRING! Later Lee |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 01/29/03 |
| Just received info on MTR '03. It is in Dayton this year. Kay and I are planning on riding at least 1 day, if not all 3. Here is the website: http://www.cinti.net/~gdbout/mtr03.htm. Check it out. Would like to know at the breakfast how many tandems we can get together. Have 2 more possible tandem teams to join us. It would be great to see a strong showing. See everyone on the 23rd. |
| Name: Chris |
Date: Monday 2/24/03 Snow and more snow  |
| I've moved all the old postings to the archive noted above. Within any luck this'll soon be chock-full of ride announcements, comments, and the odd Dorian Gray joke about how my Dad and Al fail to age every year as the rest of us get older... |
| Name: anne burkley |
| Date: 2/27/03 -2:49am |
| Looking forward to beginning - picked out the new bike yesterday! I've been running and crossx skiing to maintain some semblence of cardiovascular integrity - as I was tearing around the block test driving bikes I heard "du, du, da, du, can't touch it!" rocking in my head - however I realize "slow home Alabama" will more than likely be my cadence on Sunday! Anne |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: March l, 03 |
| Well, here we go again. Tomarrow AM looks terrible, low 30's at best and maybe an inch of snow. So, reluctantly, the ride is called off. Do something on your own, if possible. Again, Kudos to John Schilling. |
| Name: Laura Bischoff |
| Date: 3-3-03 |
| Anne Burkley and I went out for nearly 30 miles Sunday. Great ride! Anne looks sleek and speedy on her new yellow bike. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: March 4 |
| Well I feel extra guilty now for not riding! I have a few extra copies of the Zoo Ride flier and entry form, and 2 extra TOSRV applications if anyone needs them. TOSRV has its own web site and a printable form as well: http://www.tosrv.org/03/index.htm |
| Name: dan noble |
| Date: March 7, 03 |
| Well, a break at last! It looks like Saturday is going to be OK to ride but not early. Lets meet at Klondike Ball Park at l:30 PM for the 31 mile round trip to Prospect. Maybe Sunday but check this site late Sat or early Sunday AM. See ya. Dan |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3/8/03 |
| Saturday afternoon was great but Sun AM doesn't look so good. High winds, rain, temps in the low 20's overnite and a high in the low 30's during the day - sounds like ice and trouble. The ride is cancelled. If things change in the AM, I will revise at around 7AM. |
| Name: Gregg |
| Date: 3/8 |
| With two more kids feeling under the weather, I'll have to abandon any thought of an AM ride but will consider 1:00 depending on the weather. I'll check the site late AM to see if there are any takers. Congrats to those wise enough out venture out today. |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 03/09/03 |
| Great ride yesterday! We need more days like that now. Hope to see everyone next weekend. |
| Name: Andy Smith |
| Date: 3/12/03 |
| Hello everyone. When and where is the ride this weekend? Is the ride schedule going to be posted on-line this year? Hope to see everyone soon. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar l2 |
| As of now the Sun ride is GO! Ryan Park in Jerome at 9AM. Go out Riverside Dr (Rt 257), turn left at the dam just before the Zoo. This is Glick Rd, continue for about 2.5 miles, turn right onto Manley Rd. Shortly next is Jerome and on the right is Ryan Park. About 45 miles, flat. We are also going to do the Delaware Ride the day before, Sat, 3/15. Meet at Alum Creek Lower Dam to start at l:30PM, 33 miles, flat. Keep checking the web site for updates. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3/14 |
| More precise directiions to Ryan Park in Jerome for the Sun 9AM ride. After turning left on Riverside Dr to Glick Rd at the dam, go 2.3 miles, one light and then the second stop sign is Manley Rd. Turn right, go 1.3 miles to Ryan Park on the right. See ya Sunday. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: March 18 |
| Lovely riding this weekend - wish I hadn't had to miss breakfast though. Mary Ann & I might ride Thursday morning - roughly 9-noon; no fixed route, and weather permitting. If anyone is interesting we could hook up at Alum dam - drop me a line. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 21 |
| In addition to the Sunday AM ride, a few of us are going to do about a 30 miler Saturday, starting at the Hoover Dam parking lot on Sunbury Road - the closest parking lot to the dam. Be there at l:30, ready to ride. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3-29 Sat AM |
| A possible ride today at l:30 starting in Riverlea or Alum Creek. Check back around noon for details. Sunday looks questionable. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3/29 |
| A short ride is on for today, Sat, 3/29, starting in my driveway and going to the bike path for about 25 miles - starting at 2PM. See ya. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 30 |
| It is just too cold for a Team Riverlea ride this AM. Ride cancelled. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: April 2 |
The Zoo Ride (May 3) is fast approaching - the deadline for early registration is April 16.
For more information and a print-and-mail registration form go to http://www.columbuszoo.com/calendar/cycling.html  If you need a good read for the spring I highly recommend "French Revolutions: Cycling the Tour De France" by Tim Moore. Very funny stuff! Amazon review.
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| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 4 |
| Consider a 30 miler Sat, Apr 5, l:30PM from Alum Creek, lower dam. The Sun, Apr 6 ride has been changed from the Laurelville Ride to the Cardington ride, starting at 9AM (with the time change) from Alum Creek. It might be cold and raining, so closer to home is better. Sunday ride cancelled - too cold. |
| Name: Gregg |
| Date: April 7 |
| Any takers for the Woodstock ride on Sat. April 12? It is a fairly flat ride out of New Albany. I plan on starting at 7:30 for the the 60 mile option (30 and 100 mile options exist), since I cannot ride on Sun. and need to be in Detroit later that afternoon. map |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: April 9 |
| Pardon the commercial: the Nobles are selling a nice old Toyota Previa minivan. Lots of miles, but these things last forever. If you know anyone interested let me know and I can send more details. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr ll |
| Several of us are going to do the Woodstock ride, Sat, Apr l2, starting at 7:30AM and the 60 mile option seems the best. Details are elsewhere on this web site. See ya Sat AM and Sun @ 9AM for the Granville Ride. |
| Name: John |
| Date: April 14 |
| Dutch Kitchen Ride, Saturday, April 19th at 9:00 a.m. Let's meet at Whitco Headquarters parking lot just west of the 'field of corn' sculpture in Dublin, corner of Frantz and Rings Rds. 22, 40, and 52 mile routes available along with a stop at the Dutch Kitchen. |
| Name: anne B |
| Date: 4/19/03 |
| Had a most excellent, enjoyable 40 mile Johnstown-Utica ride today with Gregg and Sue Bachmann! Gregg provided much needed info on pace lines, pushing ourselves, a variety of nutrition choices, and opportunities to practice all of the above! He is the master of riders - sacrificing a more gratifying ride to the betterment of his lessers! We remain in awe of his abilities to do every hill twice to our once! |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 4/23/03 |
| Planning on riding to Dutch Kitchen again this Saturday (weather permitting). Ride again starts at 9:00. All are welcome. |
| Name: Gregg |
| Date: April 24 |
| Hey Team R--Sue and I are planning on doing the Mid-Ohio Century ride starting at 7 on Sun. Hope everyone can join us. |
| Name: John |
| Date: April 25 |
| For those not opting for the early start with Greg and Sue, another Team Riverlea group will depart Olentangy High School at 8:00 a.m. for the 66-mile route. |
| Name: Laura |
| Date: April 25 |
| Anne, Ralph, Dan and I will shoot for the 66 miles at 8 am. See y'all then. |
| Name: John |
| Date: April 30 |
| Planning on riding to the Dutch Kitchen and points beyond again this Saturday (weather permitting). Ride starts at 9 a.m. from Whitco parking lot. |
| Name: John |
| Date: May 5 |
| Regarding the mishap on Top of Ohio, get well cards may be sent to Lee Schneider's daughter, Debbie, at the following address: Deborah (Deb) Schneider-Murphy 527 North Haymore Worthington, OH 43085 |
| Name: Lee Schneider |
| Date: Tue May 6, 2003 |
| Just wanted everyone to know that my daughter Deb was released from Grant Hospital yesterday about 4 P.M. She had no broken bones but she had a bad concussion that left her memory fuzzy and she repeated herself with questions for five hours before her mind started to clear around 6 P.M. Sun. We are blessed to know that she is going to be healthy and will need some time to heal. I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for their support, care and prayers and believe me those were true gardian angels (Team Riverlea Riders). Debbie had a great experience meeting everyone on her first ride with the group and she says that she wants to bike again. She will also write a note herself to post on team talk to tell her side of an amazing story. Blessings and Safe Biking. Thanks especially to Ann Berkley for her calm, cool and professional handling of Deb after her fall and later at the hospital on Mon-she is a true sweetheart and a great caregiver, friend and biker angel. Deb will forever remember that. Deb's wish is that everyone enjoys a safe and enjoyable TOSRV ride. |
| Name: anne burkley |
| Date: 5/12/03 |
| Hello fellow riders! I'm still buzzing from the natural high of completing 1/2 TOSRV - I can't imagine the euphoria if I had done the whole thing! Maybe next year I'll find out! It was a great day - amazingly the rain didn't seem to put a damper on anyone's attitude. I learned that bicyclists are extreme optimists - and I really like that. THanks to everyone for all the encouragement and positive regard along the way! I began the day thinking I can't wait for this to be over and I'll never have to do it again and now I've been bitten by the bug - See you all soon! Anne |
| Name: JIM GERNSTETTER |
| Date: MAY 14, 2003 |
| JUST WANT TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR GREAT HOSPITALITY. I REALLY ENJOYED THE FIRST 99.5 MILES OF THE RIDE, EVENTHOUGH THE WEATHER CONDITIONS WERE NOT THE GREATEST. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: May 17 |
| Don't forget, after TOSRV the starting time for Sun AM rides becomes 8AM. See you tomarrow, Sun at 8AM at Alum Creek for about a 30 mile social ride. |
| Name: Gregg |
| Date: June 5 |
| Thought I ought to share a weekly e-newsletter that you can get for FREE. It is good, dedicated to road cyclists, and always has some interesting cycling tidbits. You may sign up at: http://roadbikerider.com/manage-my-account.php |
| Name: John |
| Date: June 5 |
| Weather permitting, Dutch Kitchen ride this Saturday, 6/7 starting at the Whitco parking lot (Dublin) at 8 a.m.; 40-50 miles with stop for breakfast at the 3/4 point. Watch for confirmation on the TR website around 7 a.m. Saturday. |
| Name: John |
| Date: June 7 |
| No Dutch Kitchen ride today due to rain; maybe next week. |
| Name: ann |
| Date: 7/23/03 |
| Hello from Cleveland Heights, the land where we do have OLN! I've taped stage 15 of the Tour de France and the 3 hour recap of stages 11-15. I'm FedExing them to Chris today and anyone who wants the tapes, contact him and pass them on - I don't care about getting them back. I watched stage 15 live when Lance fell and then got up to win. It was definitely the most exciting race I've ever seen - a must see if you like the tour. I miss riding with TR, but I love the river valley terrain up here. Hope to see some of you on CFC this year. |
| Name: Gregg |
| Date: Aug. 1 |
| CFC training--seems we've started already. We've got a potential group of 8 and would really like to have more. On Sat. Aug. 2 we will leave from Worthington at 6:30 AM for a Johnstown-Utica ride. Let Chris or me know if you are interested in this or any other CFC training ride. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 9/10/03 |
| Sorry about the hitch - a bit of a space crunch I didn't catch, but plenty of room now! |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 9-11-03 |
| Hey Team! I hope all is well as the fall approaches and you have been having fun, on the bike or not! I have started working with the Team in Training people of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society this summer and they asked if I knew some riders who might want to ride as escorts for runners in the Columbus Marathon on Oct. 19. It would entail a SLOW ride and some perks. They have about 100 runners and want to take good care of them. If you are interested, give me a call, 818-9544. I will be gone from Sept. 13-23 on the American Explorer tour, with Adventure Cycling, in Virginia. You can call after that or email me back and let me know. Thanks and Safe Biking. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: Nov.8, 2003 |
| All - I sent this note today to Charlie Pace and the COP office. I've seen too many friends drop out of TOSRV, and I've even thought about it, so here's my attempt to correct what I think is the problem -
A Modest Proposal for TOSRV TOSRV Director – I have ridden TOSRV for 12 years, and hope to do so for many more. I do have a number of riding friends who no longer attend TOSRV, and the primary reason is the route – in particular the mostly unpleasant section of State Route 104 from Chillicothe to I-270. This section of road has gotten increasingly busy over the last 15 years, and particularly in the last 5-7. It has never been especially attractive, not nearly as pleasing as the route south of Chillicothe, but in recent years it has simply become less and less safe as the volume of traffic has increased noticeably. I would like to suggest for your consideration a new route from Columbus to Chillicothe. Ed Honton’s fine new map collection for central Ohio shows a viable alternative which roughly parallels 104 to the west, yet avoids high traffic roads. From Columbus, the route leaves 104 at Borror Road, and goes south to Commercial Point, Matville, Darbyville and Williamsport, before entering Chillicothe on Egypt Pike. In addition to avoiding the increasingly dangerous 104 this route has the advantage of passing through a handful of small towns which should provide some interest for riders, and new opportunities for local merchants. This alternate route may add some additional mileage to the total, but I do not believe it would be considerable, and I suspect most TOSRV riders would find the change altogether welcome. I would also be happy to do more research on this alternative if it would be of use. Thank you for your consideration. Chris Noble |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 12-25-03 |
| Merry Christmas to all the team! I hope to see more of you in 2004 and would like to start with a New Years day ride. It looks like it might be mild weather. Let me know if you are interested. 818-9544. |
| Name: Kay |
| Date: 2/17/04 |
| Thanks to Dan and Kay Noble for hosting the annual pre-biking season breakfast. When will Dan publish his famous corn pancake recipe? We are looking forward to a WARM and DRY biking season this year. See you on 3/7! |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 2/28/04 |
| Get a jump on the season! A couple of riders are meeting at the Worthington village green at 8 am tomorrow morning, and will ride out to the Alum Dam lot for a "preseason" 9 am ride. I figured that a good preseason ride might be 30 miles, so we'll have 7 there and 7 back in addition. Either way, hope to see you tomorrow! |
| Name: Lee Schneider |
| Date: March 7,2004 |
| Are you riding to Prospect today? Shivering,Lee |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3/7/04 |
| Certainly it's cold, but getting warmer by the minute. See ya at Klondike Ball Park at 9AM |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 14 |
| Cold, weather map is green and the warnings of high wind potential don't make for a pleasant Sunday ride. See ya next Sunday. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 21 |
| With temps in the mid 30's and, most of all, winds of l5 to 25 mph, it doesn't look like a Team Riverlea ride should happen. See ya next Sun AM. |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 3/28/04 |
| Looks like it's going to be a great day to ride. See everyone at 9:00 at Alum |
| Name: Ralph |
| Date: 3-29-04 |
| Anne is willing to haul the gear for TOSRV. She is planning on spending the night in Piketon. FYI Ralph |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: April 4, 04 |
| It looked doable until the snow appeared. No ride today. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/8/04 |
| The Zoo Ride form is available here for printing: http://www.colszoo.org/pdf/cycling/registration.pdf |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 10 |
| It might work, but rain is coming and most seem to have Easter obligations. Do a ride on your own. Only 5 weeks until TOSRV. Are you ready? |
| Name: Doug |
| Date: 4.12.04 |
| Anyone interested in riding on Saturday? We will be going to Dutch Kitchen @8:30, starting from the old Witco building (in Dublin, corner of Rings and Frantz). Please contact me first. We will start from there if someone else wants to go. We will miss Sunday. |
| Name: Ann H |
| Date: 4/18/04 |
| Remember me? I left town a couple of years ago, but I'll be back next weekend and Chris and I are planning to ride on Saturday (4/24). I have to leave on Sat aft so I won't be able to do the usual Sunday TR ride. Anyone want to join us? Don't know where we're riding yet - I put Chris in charge of that. Would love to see all of you again! |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/19/04 |
| Ann & I are thinking about this ride: 37TH Spot • Saturday April 24 7:00-9:00 AM. Groveport Freshman High School at 751 Main St. in Groveport, OH. Fairly flat course with a few small hills. Options from 25 to 100 miles |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: April 23, 04 |
| John Winkler & I intend to ride Spot this coming Sat at 8AM. The TR ride will be the next day, Sunday, starting at 8AM from the new Olentangy Liberty HS on Home Rd, just W of Sawmill Pky. Don't let up, keep riding. |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 4/23/04 |
| FYI, PRE-TOSRV Dinner invitations will be coming out soon. We intend to ride on Sunday, so many will be distributed then. Hope you guys are hungry!!! |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 25, 04 |
| It looks like today might be similar to TOSRV Sat of last year, so maybe we could do a shorter option of, say, 30 miles. Most of the nasty weather seems to be arriving about noon. See you on Hard road at 8AM. |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 4/25/04 |
| I think Dan meant Home Road. Mid-Ohio Century starts at the new high school, Liberty, on Home Road. |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: April 29 |
| Dear Fellow Cyclist, I would like to invite you to participate in an important new event to promote bicycle awareness, safety and public education. The event is called the “Ride of Silence” and will take place on Wednesday, May 19, 7:00 pm and will start at the Statehouse in downtown Columbus. We will loop up to OSU campus and back. Started in Dallas, Texas last year as a memorial ride for a cyclist killed when struck by a car, we in Columbus are joining at least 20 other cities this year with the same goal, to remember lost friends from Ohio and remind the driving public and politicians that bicyclists have rights too. May, national bicycling month, is a good time to reach out to the community and advocate for our cause. Groups that are joining us include Columbus Outdoor Pursuits, Westerville Bike Club, Delaware County Friends of the Trail and the Central Ohio Bicycle Advocacy Coalition. Please come on down to the Statehouse that evening and be part of a history and a cause that is close to all of our hearts. Safe Riding, Randy Bennett |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/29/04 |
| Well I did manage to go to the wrong Olentangy school last weekend, and even the short ride I did attempt was cut off by rain. Weather permitting I'll be at the Zoo Saturday at 8. There is just the one Zoo, right? |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 30, 04 |
| Hopefully, two rides this weekend. The Zoo ride starting at 8AM Sat and the Top of Ohio on Sun 8AM starting from the Hilliard Muny Bldg on Scioto Darby Rd. Exit I-270 at Hilliard Cemetary Rd, go west, that road becomes Scioto Darby, shortly Hilliard Heritage Middle School will be on your right and shortly thereafter is the Hilliard Municipal park on your left. We will ride in the rain for both of these rides. See ya. |
| Name: Kay |
| Date: 5/3/04 |
| Does anyone have a spare bed in Piketon for another single male rider? If so, contact me via email: KMangette@hotmail.com |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 5-4-04 |
| If you see fit, please pass this note on to others in your club. Thank you. On Saturday, May 1, Bob Bachtel, an experienced bicyclist and a long-time member of the Stark County Bicycle Club, was struck and killed by a vehicle while participating in a bicycling event in Dayton, Ohio. Bob was making a left turn, and the motorist violated the law by crossing a double-yellow line to pass bicyclists who were properly signaling for the left turn. The bicyclists were obeying the law. The bicyclists were sharing the road. If a motorist had been signaling for a turn, would the driver have slowed down and properly shared the road with the other motorist? Bicycles are vehicles, according to Ohio law, and subject to and protected by the same motor vehicle laws. Bob lost his life because motorists do not realize they should share the road. This is not a case of a bicyclist turning in front of a vehicle, it is a case of a motorist who violated the law and struck another vehicle that was turning. Bicyclists and motorists must learn to share the road. Now is the time to write to your local State Representatives and Senators and urge them to pass Ohio House Bill 245. This Bill provides for the issuance of a “Share the Road” license plate to fund Ohio’s publication, “Ohio Bicycling Street Smarts”, and to educate motorists and bicyclists alike that sharing the road is the law. Sincerely, Mike Abrams Secretary Ohio Bicycle Federation www.ohiobike.org |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: May l5, 04 |
| Remember, post TOSRV rides start at 8AM. Some of us are going to ride tomarrow AM, from Alum Creek, hopefully, see you there. Also tomarrow, some of us are going to be at the Bo & Debbie memorial cleaning up, weeding and planting flowers - see you there at 6PM. Next, see Randy's note above dated April 29. So far, 4 of us are going to be at Broad & High at 6:45PM on May l9th to support Randy - see you there? |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 6/9/04 |
| NEWS FLASH FOR ALL TOSRV RIDERS FROM TOUR DIRECTOR CHARLIE PACE: Due to increasing concerns about the trucks on SR 104 from Columbus to Circleville we are anticipating a new route in that area for TOSRV the first change since 1962. The new route will go south on High Street from Cap Square to the first road south of SR 104 to Deming Ave. Then to Lockbourne and on south to Circleville. Bob Allen and Steve Barbour checked out the new route and we were very pleased with what they found. We think you will be too. We hope you all will return for TOSRV 2005 to try the new route! Charlie Pace TOSRV Tour Director |
| Name: Andy Smith |
| Date: 6/10/04 |
| Jan and Beth....How is the first week going. Everyone is anxiously awaiting news. We hope all is going well and you are having good weather. Andy |
| Name: Phyll |
| Date: June 13, 2004 |
| Jan and Beth, Pedal, pedal, pedal and the hill doesn't get any closer. Are you feeling like Fred Flintsone yet? Grevy and Becky are asking if there is any news yet so keep us posted. Phyll |
| Name: Jan & Beth Rice |
| Date: 6/15/04 |
| Hi guys. Just wanted to let you know that Beth and I are doing well so far. The riding conditions have improved significantly yesterday and today with temperatures moving upwards from the 50's into the low 70's and the rain finally ceasing. We will be on the outskirts of Eugene this evening. Bikes and legs are adjusting to the varying terrain as we managed 60 miles yesterday with the same anticipated for today. We've even managed to catch a fairly strong tailwind both days. I'm sending this message from a library in Harrisburg, Oregon. Will keep you advised from time to time regarding our progress. Thanks Dan and Al for all your advice. Dan, I have to agree with you regarding the size of those logging trucks. We began close encounters with them the second day of the trip. More later. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 6/17/04 |
| Jan/Beth It's great to hear you are off to a good start. Enjoy the climb up McKenzie Pass and the downhill into Sisters. There was a guy there named Jim Everett who offered a hostel for bikers. If he is still around it may be worthwhile to look him up in the local phone book. I'm anxious to hear your next posting. Al |
| Name: Jan/Beth |
| Date: June 23, 2004 |
| We'll be in Idaho tomorrow! Hate to leave Oregon, though. It's a beautiful state and bicycle friendly. For the most part we have had wide shoulders and bike lanes in towns. We are in a town called Halfway and have ridden a little over 50 miles from Baker City today. We still have about 17 miles to go to set us up for the next climb tomorrow. We just finished a 6.5 mile fairly steep (at least in my mind!) climb in 90 degree heat. Took us two hours - five stops! We just finished drinking about two gallons of water so we're ready to push on. Having a wonderful time seeing our beautiful country. We'll check in again in about a week. |
| Name: Andy |
| Date: 6/24/04 |
| Jan and Beth, Glad to hear everything's going well. We envy your adventures and look forward to hearing more road stories. |
| Name: Andy |
| Date: 6/24/04 |
| Does anyone have crank shorteners that I could purchase or borrow for the season? Evan and I want to ride the tandem and that looks like the easiest way to get him a couple of inches closer to the pedals. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 6/26/04 |
| Jan/Beth, You're making great progress. I hope you enjoy Idaho, I thought it was even nicer than Oregon. Lolo Pass awaits! Good Luck, Al |
| Name: Dad Mom and Deb |
| Date: July 3, 2004 |
| Glad everything is AOK and you are enjoying the ride. Will miss you tomorrow but will give everyone an update on your progress. We joined the thousands watching Red White and Boooommm last night. The finale was tremendous! Can't wait to get your next report. Love ya!! |
| Name: jan & beth rice |
| Date: 7/3/04 |
| Hello everyone. We are now in Dillon MT. Spent last nite in a very small cabin in Jackson MT. Mosquitoes everywhere. The lodge and cabin were all heated geothermally by an artesian hot water supply. Beautiful ride this morning into Dillon. Nice long downhill after two fairly brief climbs. Numerous road crossings by what appeared to be small prairie dog like critters. So far none of them has attempted to run between our tires on our downhill descents. Everything is continuing to go well with the bikes, trailers and motors (us). We are planning to meet with Sue, Greg, Forest and Willow for supper this evening in Dillon. More later. Thanks for the messages. |
| Name: Chuck and Jane |
| Date: 7/06/04 |
| We are in Houghton, New York. The weather has been delightful so the riding has been enjoyable. We thought we would check in to say hello to everyone since we found a computer in the hotel lobby. John, Dan, and Wanda - the Friday ride will meet at 12:30 pm in Utica by the bike path. See you there? The golf has been beautiful. We golfed at a course along Lake Erie and in the Allegheny Mountians. It doesn't get any better than that. The golf tubes have worked wonderfully on the trailer with the rest of our gear although we have thrown things away daily to continue to lighten the load. Stay safe on the roads. Hopefully, we will find another chance to check in along the way. Chuck and Jane |
| Name: Dad, Mom,Deb |
| Date: 7/09/04 |
| Beth and Jan,Everything o.k. here. Sounds like your ride is going great and you're enjoying it. Love from all. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 7/9/04 |
| Lets try for a good turn out this coming Sun. See you then, 7/11, at 8AM at Alum Creek, lower dam. |
| Name: Wanda |
| Date: 7-11-04 |
| Chuck & Jane called at noon today (7-11-04) from Syracuse, NY. Their trip is going smoothly, with golf games sprinkled liberally between the riding miles. Weather has been fine for them: a bit of rain, humidity, warm temps ...sounds like Columbus. They are meeting a lot of other bikers both local and touring folks. At this point they are running a bit behind schedule so plan to get a rental to fast forward a hundred miles or so to meet up with friends in Maine a week from now. They expect to fly back 7-25. ...Happy Pedaling and Safe Travels to the Mabrys!!! |
| Name: Jan & Beth Rice |
| Date: 7/15/04 |
| We are 28 miles from Colorado and trying to survive the hot Wyoming afternoons. We've been starting early and finishing our day by early afternoon, so it hasn't been too bad. Today is a rest day - we just rode 18 miles from Saratoga to Riverside. We're setting ourselves up for the big climb over Hoosier Pass - 11,500 ft. It will be the highest point on our trip. We'll ride 50 to 60 miles the next three days and then go over the pass on Monday. We're told the climb is long but the grade is decent (Dan and Al, do you concur?), so hopefully we won't have too much trouble. We took a day off in Yellowstone and linked up with a van tour of the Park. When we went through on our bikes the next day we had a close encounter with a bison! He was on the shoulder on our side of the road. A car stopped to take a picture, so we used it as a shield to get around him. We miss everyone in Ohio. Hope everyone is having a great summer. |
| Name: Phyll |
| Date: 7/15 |
| Jan and Beth, sounds like you are going strong and can only imagine the views. We just returned from a DOWNHILL bike ride of Kilawea and it was incredible. Lance Armstrong trains there, of course he goes UP the mountain. He's nuts! Keep on pedaling. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 7-18-04 |
| Jan & Beth, You guys are making good progress. Hoosier pass is a good climb but overrated in my opinion. You have had tougher ones already. Enjoy the cooler elevations because it gets hotter when you decend out of the mts into eastern Colorado and the plains. Thanks for the updates, It's enjoyable to relive the trip with you. Al Chuck & Jane, Bike touring and golf, what a great combination. Now, a hole-in-one after a 100 mile day on the bike with a tail wind, that would somthing to hope for. I hope it comes true. Have fun. Al |
| Name: The Wheats |
| Date: July 20, 2004 |
| Wish you were here on the farm for Grevy's 50th birthday. We are having close encounters with hogs. Have you seen any running pigs? All of the dorm stories are coming back to us and you are in many of them. Sherri's watching for you to pass by her house on the ride to east coast. Keep pedaling! |
| Name: Jan & Beth Rice |
| Date: 7/27/04 |
| We came out of the mountains about a week ago after crossing Hoosier Pass which we renamed several times during the climb. The downhill side was a lot of fun of course. The day after the descent we continued downhill travelling another 77 miles to Canon City, Colorado. Judging from the contours on our map we dropped about a mile in elevation that day. We've moved on from encounters with Bison in Yellowstone Park to a close encounter with a sunbathing rattlesnake alongside the highway near Pueblo, Colorado. Fortunately the snake was more interested in continuing to nap than in bothering us. Beth and I are now in Nickerson, Kansas (about midway across Kansas on Rt. 96). Contrary to popular belief Kansas is not entirely flat. Also, my somewhat gimpy sense of smell still works a bit particularly when downwind from some of the large cattle stockyards in the state. The state is beautiful in its own way and seems in some ways similar to Ohio. It's nice to see more greenery and corn fields than sage brush as was common in the more arid areas that we passed through. The cooler temperatures and rainy weather a few days ago caused us to hide in a motel as necessary until riding conditions improved. When you are wet and cold and beginning to shiver a bit you begin quickly reviewing the early signs of possible hypothermia. Fortunately the motel had cable TV. Now we are seeing the temperatures turn hotter again. Moderation would be good but no such luck yet. Odds and ends trip statistics: Longest daily mileage - 97 miles. Shortest daily mileage - 18 miles. Average miles per day - approximately 55 to 60. Number of flat tires - 8 (so far) caused mostly by thorns. Number of tires replaced due to problems - 3. Impressive sight, other than the scenery - a huge RV towing a Hummer. Favorite foods - anything not securely fastened down. We suspect that we've lost weight but have not had access to a scale to confirm. More later. |
| Name: Ashley, Joshua, gma and gpa |
| Date: 8-2-04 |
| Beth and Jan, have been reading your e-mails and decided to write one!We all miss you guys.football has just started up and have 2 a days in a week. we all 4 played o heck and pinochle last night!(ashley and grandpa won!)hope your having a great time and hope to see you soon hope you have lots of tail winds much love from the family. |
| Name: Jan and Beth Rice |
| Date: 8/17/04 |
| We finally found a library that was open when we were in the area! We are in Booneville, KY (foothills of the Appalachians)with about 630 miles to go to Yorktown, VA. We're getting a late start this morning because of dense fog. Had a great visit with Beth's Dad and Mom Sunday-they drove Berea to meet us at the historic Boone Tavern Inn. Things are going well. Jan nicknamed Missouri "Misery" because of the very steep hills in the Ozarks. We had a record low speed of 2.7 mph! Had to walk the bikes a short distance three times because traffic was piling up behind us! Crossed both the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers on a ferry. We are really enjoying our trip but also eager to get home. The fog has lifted - let the pedalling begin! |
| Name: Andy |
| Date: 8/19/04 |
| Jan and Beth, it sounds like you are making good time and having one as well. I was surprised you are so close to the end of your journey. We are anxious to see photos and hear tall tales. Have a safe final leg and Godspeed. Andy and Kim |
| Name: Jan & Beth Rice |
| Date: 8/30/04 |
| On 8/29/04 we reached Yorktown. What an adventure! We are home now and attempting to adapt to life off the bikes. Every day except for 3 since June 9 we were on the bikes. All the states along the route seemed to have their own personality. The hills in Missouri and a few in Kentucky and Virginia we would just as soon not revisit but will live in our memory for quite some time. The last few days of the ride after leaving Blue Ridge Parkway were beautiful but busy with the traffic around Richmond, Va.. The ride along Colonial Parkway was very enjoyable but a bit sad in that it was the last stretch of the ride for us. Just wanted to let you know that we survived the trip and appreciate use of this website to stay in touch. Thanks again! |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Sept 8, 04 |
| Hope your planning to do the Westerville Dry Run this coming Sunday, Sept 12. We plan to be there, ready to ride at 8AM. See ya there. |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 9/13/04Hi |
| Hi everybody, Remember me? Sorry I have been out of contact for awhile. Jane and I have been occupied with our house sale and downsizing these past months. It wasn't fun but we are now in an apartment temporarily until our new condo is ready. I hope then to have all kinds of riding time available and rejoin the team. Currently however, I took the month of September to take another two wheel journey. This cycle has a large engine and is alot more comfortable than the Canondale T2000. It is a Harley V-twin 88 cubic in.(1450cc). Plenty of power and alot of room to carry stuff. I rode to Hilton Head SC and met Jane for a week, then left for Idaho to visit my son Dave via Nashville to visit my daughter,Sarah. All really just an excuse to ride my Harley. I spent yesterday travelling through the Smokey Mts National Park and camped along a river last night. I'll try to post some updates along the way. Al |
| Name: Al |
| Date: 9-22-04 |
| Hi all, Just spent the last 4 days hiking the back country in the Teton Mts. My son Dave is a great guide and knows the area well. A lot of snow in the higher elevation with beautiful scenery everwhere you look. Will be leaving for my return trip tomorrow and hope for smooth travels as I had on the way west. Al |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Sept 24, 04 |
| AL: Thanks for your notes from "On the Road". What an adventure! We will have to get together with Jan & Beth to talk two wheel travel. Your trip through the Smokey Mts must have been memorable. Tomarrow is our Fall Ride and it won't be the same w/o you. We should have l2 to 14 riders. Liked your condo and the setting. The drywall can't be far behind, then it will look more like a home. Thanks for staying in touch. All the best from the Team. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Oct 2, 04 |
| It looks like the weather might be acceptable for a ride, tomarrow, Sunday at 9AM. See you all at Alum Creek Lower Dam. Rumor has it that Al Gutin is returning. See ya Sunday. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 2/4/05 |
| The Team Riverlea 2005 pre-season breakfast will be February 13 at 9:30 at Dan & Kay's. For more details, see the announcement (MS Word file, kind of big). |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 2/4/05 |
| Save yourself a stamp - you can now submit and pay for your TOSRV application online: https://www.tosrv.org/05wef/wef1options.asp It's pretty easy and fast. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Feb 5, 2005 |
| A new year, a new challenge. It looks like a good day is forcast for tomarrow. Lets try a ride from Klondike Park, N on Rt 257, about 7 miles past the zoo, cross Rt 42, go l/4 mile, on the right. Start time - l PM, Sunday, Feb 6. |
| Name: Stephanie Owen - new rider |
| Date: March 1, 2005 |
| Just FYI (Sue, per our discussion at the kick-off breakfast) In March, can only make the 3/13 training ride(due to Palm Sunday, Easter, kids Spring Break, etc.). Will join training rides again on 4/10, and should be able to make all of the following rides. Thanks. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/2/05 |
| Stephanie - given that it's not to get out of the 30s on Sunday, I don't think you'll miss much/many! For what it's worth, I've ridden a few times since the first of the year, and high 30s with sun is bearable - just make sure head hands and toes are well protected. |
| Name: Dan Noble |
| Date: Mar 6, 05 |
| A quick note. It doesn't look good for the first ride this coming Sun but I will post a go or no go at around 7AM the Sun AM of the ride. Generally, it should be upper 30's to make it doable. Hope to see you Sun the 6th. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 6, 05 |
| Although this afternoon looks good, its just too cold this AM but mostly the high winds should keep us in bed. No ride but try something on your own this afternoon. Hopefully, next Sun. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 11, 05 |
| There is a run Sunday, Mar 13 starting at 9AM from Alum Creek Lower Dam so we probably couldn't get in or maybe out of our starting location. If dooable, a huge if, lets do the Prospect ride starting at 9AM from Klondike Park. I'll write again Sun AM around 7. Stay on the trainers! Dan |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3/12/05 |
| Its going to be too cold, too windy, too damp - no ride on Sunday. Hope for next weekend. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 17, 05 |
| Its now noon on Thurs and although cold at the start it looks like the Marysville Ride might be our first. See excellent map in this web site. From where you turn onto the bridge at Glick Rd it is 3.6 miles to Jerome Park. A firm decision will be posted here Sun AM around 7. Dan. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Mar 20, 05 |
| No green showing on the weather map - its a bit cold but lets do it. See ya at Jerome Park at 9AM Dan |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 3-27-05 |
| The weather channel shows that green is coming and a cold rain doesn't sound like fun. Lets try for next Sunday. Dan |
| Name: Dan Noble |
| Date: Apr 3, 05 |
| Low temp & high winds don't spell fun, lets make a change. Instead of starting at 9AM, lets move it back to 11AM starting from the scheduled location of Alum Creek Lower Dam. We can decide then either a 30 or 50 mile ride. See ya soon. |
| Name: Stephanie Owen |
| Date: 4/6/05 |
| Chris -- Thanks for the helpful info. in your March 2nd Email -- much appreciated. Anyone -- Sorry, new person kind of question: I noticed on the ride schedule (on this Website) two 4/17 ride dates -- just making sure the first of the two (the Granville/Lower Dam ride) should be on 4/10, and if anyone has more specifics on where to meet at the lower dam (haven't been there), that would be terrific. Thanks in advance for your help, Stephanie Owen |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/9/05 |
| Thanks Stephanie - I fixed my typo. Hope to see everyone tomorrow - couldn't ask for a better forecast! |
| Name: Dan Noble |
| Date: 4/9/05 |
| Could the forcast be any better? See ya Sun 9AM, lower dam, for the Grandville ride. Steph - come N on route 23, about 2 miles N of WalMart & Meijer is a light at Lewis Center Rd, turn R go about 3 miles to well marked Lower Dam Parking Lot. See you at 9AM. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 15, 05 |
| A change. Instead of the Lancaster Ride (hilly & difficult), lets do the Centerburg Ride (flat & friendly). It starts at Alum Creek LD and is about 50 miles. If the weather is questionable, check the web site, if not, see ya Sun, 4/17, at 9AM. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 4/16/05 |
| Just in case everyone doesn't read the web site, please help me out and call someone in the group whom you suspect will not see the change in starting location (see message above). See ya. |
| Name: Stephanie Owen |
| Date: 4/19/05 |
| Hi all -- Have a conflict (kid's activity) on 4/24 at 11am, so I'll be riding on my own early Sunday morning. Have a terrific ride and we'll see you on 4/30 at the team training ride. Stephanie |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/19/05 |
| I added a map link for the Mid Ohio ride this Sunday in Delaware. The ride starts in Mingo Park which is just east of Route 23, but I think the best way to get there is to get off Route 23 at Route 36 / William St., go left under the bridge, and then right at N. Union St. Go north to E. Lincoln street and turn right into the park - look for the shelter house, or all the other crazy bikers! |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/20/05 |
| Two more notes on Sunday. First, don't forget that we start riding at 8:00, so you should arrive 15-20 minutes before that to register for the ride. Second, the forecast is grim: Snow/Shower/Wind High=44° Low=33°. Dress well! |
| Name: Kay |
| Date: 04/22/05 |
| Invitations to the Dinner will be coming out soon. Anyone have suggestions on starting time of 6:30 or 7:00 ? |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 23, 05 |
| Very cold, windy, rain and snow. NO RIDE on Sunday. Hopefully - next Sat and Sun. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 28, 05 |
| Here's the plan. Although it's late, we still should try to get in a ride Sat and Sun next. Lets do the Cardington ride on Saturday, starting at Alum Creek LD at 9AM for a flat 50 miles. The COP ride on Sun, Top of Ohio starts at either Hilliard where there is no distance option between 30 and 80 or we could start at Milford center and can do a 50 mile option. Lets do that, and lets start at 8:30AM. The weather report doesn't look good but lets be positive. See you Sat. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/29/05 |
| Just FYI - the 50 mile option 'from' Milford Center has a fair number of hills. It's a lovely route, but just so you know... |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Apr 30, 05 |
| Its not raining here and the green on the weather map appears to be moving to the east. Lets give it a try, see you at Alum Creek Lower Dam for a 50 mile round trip to Cardington starting at 9AM. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: May 1, 05 |
| Dress warm and I'll see you at 8:30 at Milford Center (just SW of Marysville). |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 05/01/05 |
| I won't be making the ride today. |
| Name: Ann Marie Raffis |
| Date: 05/10/2005 |
| Just a big thank you to Chris and Andy for pulling my sorry butt inot the Comfort Inn on Saturday afternoon. I pride myself on my endurance and resiliency, both of which were in short supply after Portsmith! Thanks for a great first TORSV. Raff |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: 5/21/05 |
| Sunday AM rides do continue but with an 8AM starting time from Alum Creek lower dam. I have a clean the pool obligation but, more than likely, someone wil be there. |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: May 31, 05 |
| The Sunday rides do continue but with a change. The new starting time is now 8:30AM. Several members complained about the too early start time, some wanting it moved back to 9AM. Hope to see you this Sun at 8:30, Alum Creek LD. Bring a friend. |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 7-21-05 |
| Hello all! As the 5 (6 counting Lorraine!)of us from the Team embark on the 8th XOBA, we will carry all of the experience in having fun that you have given us in our hearts and try to spread some of it around to the rest of the riders. I hope you all are having a great summer and a safe riding season! |
| Name: Wanda |
| Date: 8-13-05 |
| I am so honored to accept the TR "silver saddle" award. While it's in my possession it will remind of the many fine years of riding tradition displayed by its dates. May the miles, the friendships, the joy, the camaraderie continue! Thank you!! |
| Name: Dan |
| Date: Aug 20, 05 |
| It looks like Sun AM will be good morning for a ride - hopefully see you at 8:30AM. |
| Name: Randy |
| Date: 9/10/05 |
| All prayers with Dan as he climbs the hill he has to this week and our hope and strength to Kay and all the kids and grandkids. He is a man who has always lived up to the name he carries and I am sure will come through this ready for next season. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 9/12/05 |
| I thought I'd post an update here today, although there's still a lot we don't know. My dad had a biopsy Friday, and he is recovering from that. They have mentioned the likelihood of physical therapy for a number of days to help him regain his stability and mobility, but the details are not yet set.
The official meeting with his lead contact Dr. May is expected soon; we believe today or tomorrow. That will be the point when the complete diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan will be described. Until then we know just the sketchy details, so I’ll add more as we learn more. Chris |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 2/20/06 |
| New ride dates - hope springs eternal! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/5/06 |
| A cold start today, but no wind or precipitation in the forecast.....bring your balaclava and booties! 9 AM at Klondike ball field. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: Sunday March 12 |
| Well this morning looks awfully wet, so I'm going to pass. If you believe the weather forecast there may be a chance to get out this afternoon. Good luck! Chris |
| Name: Pat Reeder |
| Date: March 18, 2006 |
| Since we didn't do the "official" ride last Sunday, are we still moving forward on the ride plan and the mileage tomorrow? |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: March 18 |
| Alum Dam to Johnstown tomorrow, if you're willing to brave the cold start. Weather.com says 30 degrees at 9:00, warming up to an indulgent 37 by noon (but sunny). |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/26/2006 |
| Another cold start; 9 a.m. at Ryan Memorial Park for a ride to Marysville. See 'ya there. |
| Name: Doris Noe |
| Date: 4/1/06 |
| Info about our: Fall-n-Leaf 28th Annual Bike Tour., Sunday,Oct. 15, 2006, 8am. /34 and 62 miles, hilly and challenging. Form at :wwwmidohiobikers.org |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/1 |
| No April Fools! - conditions look good for a ride to Centerburg tomorrow; 9 am at Alum Lower Dam. Remember to 'spring ahead' and move your clock forward 1 hour tonight. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/9 |
| Bring the cold weather gear again.....tailwinds will make the return leg from Cardington a bit easier today.....9 AM at Alum Lower Dam. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/13 |
| "Dutch Kitchen Ride" this Saturday, April 15th....I need to change the starting time to 1:00 p.m. If you are planning to do this ride and need more info, please call me at 614-353-9443. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/14 |
| If anyone planning to ride to Lancaster this Sunday needs a route map, please give me a call at 614-353-9443 to arrange a handoff. Wishing everyone a Happy Easter. |
| Name: Ralph |
| Date: 4/18/06 |
| Hello to everyone. Our family has decided to spend the TOSRV weekend at home with various other commitments. We will miss being part of the team this year and hope all will find alternate "sagging" arrangements with ease. Happy trails! |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 04/20/06 |
| I will be riding the single this year for TOSRV. I've gotten a few miles in on my own, including my recent marathon the beginning of April. Sorry, no tandem. Doug is going to sag and is also hoping to ride a little bit this year. We will be hosting the PRE-TOSRV DINNER - invitations will be out soon. |
| Name: Pat Reeder |
| Date: April 22,2006 |
| Denny and I will be doing the Woodstock ride this morning. We're leaving Worthington around 7:15 and will be riding around 8:00 if anyone wants to join us. Don't forget the mid week WBC ride on Wednedays at Hoover. SW parking lot at the dam. 6:00 this WEdnesday and next and then switching to 6:30 through August. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/22 |
| Tomorrow's ride to Granville is the last TR training ride of the spring season before the traditional COP ride offering. The route to Granville and back is approximately 65 miles. Weather forecast calls for westerly winds and a 30% chance of rain; plan accordingly. The start time is 9 AM at Alum Lower Dam. Hope everyone can make it out tomorrow. It's crunch time :-) |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/28 |
| This Sunday's TR training ride features the 'Mid Ohio Century' sponsored by Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. Start time is 8:00 a.m. at Mingo Park in Delaware. Mingo Park is located on Lincoln Street, two blocks east of N. Sandusky Street. Visit the C.O.P. web site for more information. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/3/06 |
 Sunday's ride will be Top of Ohio; some hills to stretch our legs a bit. It could be worse - check out this quote from Team Discovery manager Johan Bruyneel about the upcoming Giro d'Italia:
"I would prefer it to be less hard - I think the makers of this course have lost their minds a bit. Stage 17 - there's no road at the end: it's 5.5 km up a ski slope! We'll be using 34x28/29 gearing - that's not cycling!" |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/4 |
| There are two options for Sunday's Top of Ohio ride. I will depart from the Hilliard Community Center at 8 a.m. for a 65-mile route. Chris will depart from Milford Center at 9 a.m. for a 'less horizontal' route to Bellefontaine. With these options and only one week left until TOSRV there's no excuse not to be there! |
| Name: Pat |
| Date: May 6, 2006 |
| John- My friend Kathleen and I will hook up with you at the Hilliard Rec Center at 8:00 for the 65. Hope to see Kay tomorrow. Pat |
| Name: Doug Mangette |
| Date: 5.8.2006 |
| Hello fellow Team Riverlea-ites! I am looking for someone who will be riding straight to Piketon this year, while on TOSRV. I want to ride from Lake White to Portsmouth, and need someone to drive my vehicle for that leg of the trip, and pick us (Kay and I) up in Portsmouth. Please contact me at 614.793.2276 or at my email address ASAP! We also have one other rider coming back in our vehicle, and can fit one more if needed. Let Kay or I know if you need a lift from Portsmouth to Piketon. Finally - Kay is looking for someone to pick her bike up at the dinner on Friady, and take it downtown on Saturday morning. Again, please contact us ASAP on that. Looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend. |
| Name: Andy |
| Date: 5/10 |
| Looks like the weekend is shaping up for normal TOSRV weather, I see the mid-week forcast is for T-storms Saturday and rain on Sunday. Should be a great ride! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/15 |
| Our special thanks to Kay and Doug Mangette for hosting the pre-TOSRV dinner on Friday evening. It was a great evening to share stories of TOSRV's past and to welcome a few new riders to the group. Congratulations go to Lee Schneider, recipient of the TR 'Silver Saddle' award! Now that TOSRV 2006 is behind us, TR rides do continue each Sunday through summer from Alum Creek Lower Dam, however, start time changes to 8 a.m. Check the TR website for weekly ride information. |
| Name: Denny Reeder |
| Date: 5/15/06 |
 I have posted some fotos from TOSRV at:
I also have a short QT movie of Chris as he was noodling into the rest stop in Chillicothe. Not sure how to post it yet - Chris if you email me maybe I can shrink it and forward it on to you.
Sorry for the bad lighting under the Key Bank overhang. New camera and the flash appears to be gutless or maybe I was too far away and had the zoom lens racked out. It was kinda dark that morning though, dreary, damp, cold but that certainly did not deter this brave group of cyclists. I on the other hand was warm and toasty in the sag vehicle. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/15/06 |
| Another year, another TOSRV. A much smaller group this year – the forecast not unreasonably scared off a lot of riders. Registration as well as every stop along the way were not at all crowded. We had 7 riders start together from downtown, with Andy Smith joining after a heroic sprint to Chillicothe. And no rain! We did have a tough headwind all day, but given the forecast, we felt immensely fortunate.
Doug rode north from Lancaster and joined us midway from Lake White and rode back south, proving some much welcomed leadership. Andy & I were once again able to enjoy the ride back north from Portsmouth to Piketon, and that part was fun – 20m tailwind by that point, smooth sailing. My Dad & Kay, Al & Jane and Sue joined us in Piketon for dinner and that was a nice gathering and the food was… well, filling, as always. Sunday was weird – with no riders coming up from Portsmouth (Andy got a lift home Saturday evening), it was Kay, Jeff & me. We left early since no one was meeting us at Waverly, and we essentially didn’t see other riders all day. We were among the first at each stop (lunch not really even open), Broad & High just after noon. Got a few sprinkles, but nothing bad. All in all a very quiet TOSRV, but I suppose the real saving grace was that we got to ride at all – with 100% chance of rain forecast Friday night for the next day, we were pretty happy to stay dry, warm, and safe. Kudos to Kay for another strong ride, and to Jeff – a shoo-in for TeamR’s “most improved” this year! |
| Name: LEE SCHNEIDER |
| Date: June 3, 2006 |
| Wanda & I rode 37 miles last Sun MAY 28. HAd a good ride, but missed other TRs company. Is anyone riding this Sun June 4? Wanda will not be riding for two weeks unless she get a loaner bike. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 6/3 |
| Lee, I am planning to ride tomorrow; 8 AM at Alum Lower Dam. Weather forecast looks good for the morning. |
| Name: Lee Schneider |
| Date: June 17, 2006 |
| Wanda called to say she will be at lower dam at 8:00 AM Sun. I have my Sister in town and am planning a late breakfast at our home. If I get up early I may make it for a short trip of 15-20 miles. Weather will be cool at the start I hope. Just got back at 11:00 PM from my nephew's wedding and reception and need exercise after a full day of sitting. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 6/24 |
| TR ride tomorrow, Sunday, June 25 at 8 AM. Meet at Alum Lower Dam parking lot. Weather forecast looks great! |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 7/10/2006 |
| OK you twisted my arm; here are pictures from our trip: Our pictures: http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/desperateground/album?.dir=/9b50&.src=ph&.tok=phx.RKFBwWX2QqwK "View Slideshow" VeloSport pictures: http://homepage.mac.com/kgutowsky/Annual_Albums/PhotoAlbum38.html L'Alpe D'Huez: http://www.photobreton.com/consulter/ImageBIG.asp?AllVars=DossierID%A723967%A4AlbumID%A724705%A4FromPage%A731%A4NbreParPage%A71&NumPage=464 |
| Name: Emily Bussa |
| Date: 07/21/06 |
| Hi! One of my friends, Rory was looking for a bike he can race with. My dad, Robert Bussa, told me that I should email Chris Noble and ask him if he knew of anyone who was selling a bike..however, I can't find the contact information, so I was wondering if any of you could help me out. He would like an aluminum frame road bike, 56-59cm, used, and he wouldn't like to spend any more than $250. If any of you know (or have) a bike like this I would be extremely grateful if you would help me out : ) Thanks again, and if anyone has any information, you can either email me at ebussa1@student.cscc.edu or call my dad! Thank Again!! |
| Name: Andy Smith |
| Date: Aug. 8, 2006 |
| Chris, is there a CFC training schedule in place? I am interested in training although as yet am uncommited on riding CFC. Andy |
| Name: Dan Noonan |
| Date: 11/03/2006 |
| New to Riverlea and am interested in the team. When/where do you meet? How does one get involved? Thanks - Dan Noonan |
| Name: John |
| Date: 1/1/07 |
| Happy New Year to all! Looks like the rain will hold off until later this afternoon so let's give it a try. TR Ride to Sunbury today; 11 AM at Alum lower dam. |
| Name: John |
| Date: Jan 1, 2008 |
| Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.......'cause the TR bikes will stay home today. Enjoy starting off the New Year sitting at home by a warm fire. Happy New Year! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 1/30/08 |
| Attention TOSRV Riders - Does anyone remember how to ride TOSRV? Probably not, it's been a year. That's why we need to practice. We'll start off by doing what Team Riverlea does best - eating breakfast! Join us for the annual Team Riverlea kickoff breakfast on Sunday, February 24th, 9:30 AM at Bob Evans Restaurant, 900 Bethel Road. Please RSVP to John by Friday, February 22nd. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: Feb 6 2006 |
| Ann Raffis ("Raff") from Cleveland rode with us last year on TOSRV - you might have met her. Now she's a cover girl for cycling for a NE publication: http://centurycycles.com/page.cfm?pageID=659 |
| Name: Kevin Wohlever |
| Date: February 28, 2008 |
| The weather for Saturday is looking OK. At this time it is still my intent to lead a ride from the Dam at Alum Creek to Sunbury. Ride start is 9:00 AM. I am not planning on a food stop. So we should be done by 10:30 or so. |
| Name: Kevin Wohlever |
| Date: 2/29/08 |
| I just wanted to have an entry on leap day! 8-) Actually, the weather is looking a little less friendly for Saturday morning. I'll post a message by 7:30 AM so people will know if I am still planning on leading a ride. Sunday afternoon is looking much nicer than Saturday morning. |
| Name: Kevin Wohlever |
| Date: 3/1/08 |
| After a quick trip around the neighborhood, where pockets of black ice abound along the streets, and seeing that the temperature does not rise about 32 until possibly later in the day, I have decided to cancel the ride for 9:00 this morning. Tomorrow looks like a much better day to ride. See you at noon on Sunday at Alum Creek. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/4/08 |
| TOSRV question; is anyone driving to Piketon this year? I haven't sent my application in yet because I'm not sure there will be a way to get overnight bags to the hotel. I had planned to volunteer Mary Ann, but she'll be out of town that weekend (conveniently). Thanks! Chris |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/7/08 |
| In case anyone was wondering......Sunday's ride to Prospect is cancelled. Everyone stay warm and dry. Maybe next weekend. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/12/08 |
| Ride this Sunday 3/16 starts from Alum Creek Lower Dam parking lot at 12 noon. Lee Schneider is planning to be there (I am out of town). The riders can decide on the route/miles as this may be the first ride of the season for many. Looks like the weather will be better than last weekend! Be safe! |
| Name: Leland Schneider |
| Date: Sat Mar 15, '08 |
| The weather prediction for tomorrow at 12 noon is feels like 26 degrees, wind 10 mph from north, 10 percent chance of precip. At 3 PM it would be 5 degrees warmer, 0 chance of rain. I'll put a note on the website Sun morn about go or no go. |
| Name: Lee Schneider |
| Date: Sun Mar 16 |
| Weather is cooler than yesterday, but sunshine. Temp. will be 38 at noon with winds from North 5 to 10 mph. Ride is on and so bundle up with layers-maybe some woolen will feel good. Call me at 888-4974 or my cell 614-581-9413 if you plan to ride. We will decide how far to go when we meet at Lower Dam Alum Creek Park at Noon. |
| Name: Kevin Wohlever |
| Date: 3/18/08 |
| Is anyone planning on riding on Saturday morning? I know the weather forecast is calling for cool (cold) morning with a chance of snow, but since I can't ride on Sunday, I was hoping to get some miles in on Saturday. Kevin |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/22/08 |
| Happy Easter to all! Holiday activities and poor weather forecast will limit riding hours on Sunday. If the rain/snow holds off I will try to get 20-25 miles in during the afternoon. 2:00 PM start at Alum Creek lower dam area. I'll post confirmation message at noon tomorrow. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/23/08 |
| Looks like dry weather conditions will hold through the afternoon. I will be at Alum Creek at 2 PM. Call me on my cell if you are planning to ride today, 614-353-9443. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/28/08 |
| TeamR ride this Sunday at 12 noon starting at Alum Creek Lower Dam. Will try a ride to Delaware, 35-40 miles. Call me if you're planning to ride, 353-9443. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/4/08 |
| Looks like the weather is finally starting to improve. This Sunday 4/6 we will try a ride up to Marysville, a 40-mile distance. We will meet at the Ryan Memorial ball park in Jerome; see map on TeamR website home page for directions or call me at 353-9443. 12 noon start time. See you there! |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 04/06/2008 |
| We will be on the tandem today and hope to see lots of folks out today for the Marysville ride. |
| Name: John S. |
| Date: 4/12/08 |
| TeamR training ride tomorrow 4/13 starting at 12 noon at Alum Creek Lower Dam parking lot. Will head north to Centerburg, approx. 45 miles, weather permitting. Let's hope the rain holds off; may have a tailwind for the return trip! We will make a go/no-go decision at noon. |
| Name: John S. |
| Date: 4/13/08 |
| Today's Centerburg ride is cancelled. Stay warm, safe, and dry today. We'll try to do a 45-50 miler again next week. |
| Name: John S. |
| Date: 4/18/08 |
| Let's try the Granville ride this Sunday, 12 noon start at Alum Creek Lower Dam. Should be a 50-miler. Call 353-9443 for day-of-ride update. |
| Name: John S. |
| Date: 4/23/08 |
| Looking ahead to this Sunday, April 27th, we will enjoy COP's "Mid Ohio Century", departing from Mingo Park in Delaware at 8 AM. We will try the 65-mile route. Check the COP website (via TeamR website link) for more info. Only two more training weekends left before TOSRV 2008. Hope everyone can make it out this Sunday! |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 04/30/08 |
| Invitations for Team Riverlea Pasta Dinner will be coming out soon. Friday, 5/9 at 6:30 pm at the Mangette house. Adress is 5557 Sells Mill Drive Dublin OH 43017. RSVP to Kay at 614-793-2276 |
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| Name: John S. |
| Date: 5/2/08 |
| This week's training ride of choice is COP's "Top of Ohio". We will start from the elementary school parking lot in Milford Center at 8 AM (see map on TeamR website home page). The route in the Bellefontaine area is one of the most scenic rides in central Ohio, and we should enjoy the flowering trees as the color has been sensational this year. This is the last training ride before TOSRV, so hope everyone can make it out this Sunday. |
| Name: Mary Ann |
| Date: 5/12/08 |
| Hello! Enjoyed looking at your site....my father-in-law (TOSRV nut for several years-guy that looks like Sean Connery with 2 dogs on the back) and I (first time) finsished the TOSRV yesterday and just wanted to extend my thanks to you for helping make the TOSRV possible. Godspeed, MA |
| Name: Karen Wilson |
| Date: 5/12/08 |
| Just wanted to say thanks again to Team Riverlea for being so welcoming and helpful on TOSRV this past weekend, from the dinner Friday night to the support on the ride Saturday and Sunday. See you next year! |
| Name: Patty E |
| Date: 5-12-08 |
| Hi All! I'd love to email some pictures from the big weekend. If you didn't get the group shot, send me a note and I'll email you some pictures....I had fun with you guys as usual. You all did fantastic. Yes, I was jealous on Saturday that you were riding without me, but I was oh so happy not to be riding in the rain with you on Sunday. You are my heros and I am a fairweather lightweight. Patty |
| Name: Chris Bartolotta |
| Date: 5/13/08 |
| Hi everyone... Thank you so much for letting me ride TOSRV with you...everyone was so nice and friendly and helpful and encouraging. You welcomed a stranger and she is grateful. It was a great weekend...the dinner was awesome, Saturday was so sweet, and Sunday was a challenge...thanks for hanging with me though...if you're ever up Cleveland way and want to ride, give me a yell (and you have a place to stay.) Chris Bartolotta |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/16/08 |
| I never thought I'd be able to combine my two favorite long-ride food groups: caffeinated chips! http://www.engobi.com/home/ "Using Red Bull as a metric, Enobi chips have 136 grams of caffeine — or right in line with a cup of strong coffee" |
| Name: John S |
| Date: 5/18/08 |
| We would like to thank everyone who participated and helped out with the TOSRV training rides and 2008 TOSRV events this year. While we did not have the best spring training weather we did have a good group of riders each week, particularly for the COP-sponsored rides. Most importantly, everyone rode safely again this year. Special thanks go to Doug & Kay Mangette for hosting the pre-TOSRV dinner in their lovely home, and to Patty Ellick for providing ever-valuable SAG service during the tour. It was great to see some of our old TeamR friends, Al and Sue, and welcome several new riders to our group this year. We hope you join us again at every opportunity. And speaking of opportunities, TeamR rides do continue throughout the summer - Sunday mornings at 8 AM starting from Genoa Township Park at the corner of SR 3 and Big Walnut Road. Hope to see everyone again throughout the summer. Safe riding to all! |
| Name: John S |
| Date: 5/18/08 |
| We also need to recognize the recipient of the coveted 'Silver Saddle Award' for 2008, Jeff Tewart, with a very eloquent presentation by last year's recipient, Katie Burkley, at the pre-TOSRV dinner. Jeff, the pressure's on.......... |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/30 |
| I'm thinking about this ride tomorrow - anyone interested? I've never done one of these "roving rides", no idea if it's 5 or 50 riders, but might be fun. Delaware (Roving Ride Series) • Saturday, May 31 9 AM class A,B,C. 50-60 miles We will be meeting at Alum Creek Dam lower parking lot The ride will take us North to the Delaware Lake area and beyond. This ride will be mostly flat to give us all a chance to enjoy some easy miles. There will be food stops in Delaware and another spot yet to be determined. Jim Richardson 614-314-6251 bykerjym1977(at)yahoo.com |
| Name: Patty E |
| Date: 6-2-08 |
| Bushy is looking for a good computer for his new road bike. He'd like all the "regular stuff" and cadence. Any suggestions? |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 6/3/08 |
| This is the one I use; incredibly cheap and reliable, specially for a wireless cyclocomputer and HRM combo. No cadence though, that's the one shortcoming. http://tinyurl.com/6avj4s This one is 20x as expensive, but it's the cutting edge: http://tinyurl.com/6xzoa8. I think it even makes coffee... |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 6/24/08 |
| Sorry it's taken me so long - here are Patty's photos from TOSRV 2008: http://www.flickr.com/photos/desperateground/sets/72157605794012537/ |
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| Name: John S. |
| Date: 7/5/08 |
| Looks like Sunday will be the best day of the holiday weekend, weatherwise. TeamR bike ride departing McNamara Park (SR 3 & Big Walnut Rd) at 8 AM tomorrow. |
| Name: John S |
| Date: 7/18/08 |
| This Sunday's ride will start at 7 AM at McNamara Park. We'll try to beat the heat! |
| Name: John |
| Date: September 11, 2008 |
| Lance announces that he is coming out of retirement......what better reason for Team Riverlea riders to gather for a fall cycling event! Westerville Bicycle Club's annual "Dry Run" is this Sunday, September 14th starting from Westerville Central High School. Plan on arriving early for registration and ready to ride at 8 AM. 30/50/70/100 mile routes available. Looks like we have a group interested in riding 50 or 70 miles, depending upon the weather. Call me at 353-9443 for more info. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: Feb 17 2009 |
| Welcome to 2009! First off is the Team Riverlea breakfast this Sunday, Feb 22nd at 9:30. Location is the same as last year, Bob Evans at Bethel Road, a half mile west of 315. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: Feb 18 2009 |
| There's a new ride in town; Pelotonia. It's a cancer hospital fund raiser along the lines of the giant Pan Mass ride. For more details see http://www.pelotonia.org |
| Name: Andy |
| Date: 2/26/09 |
| Chris, please add the TR training ride calendar to the web site. Thanks |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 2/28/09 |
| I won't be riding 3/1 regardless of the weather due to vball tourney. Hopefully there is sun! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/1/09 |
| No TeamR ride today, it's just a tad too cold. We'll try again next week. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/3/09 |
| Front page ride schedule updated; maybe not all the map links, but that's next. The text does show the right locations and dates. As soon as they update this I'll add any relevant rides: http://www.ohiocycling.info/ |
| Name: Hunsaker...no really...it's me |
| Date: 3/03/09 |
| Well I was out on the internet and happened upon this web site that brings back memories. I'm glad to see the Team is still going strong and has TOSRV on the schedule again for '09. We're still in STL and the race season starts on 3/15 so I have been putting a few miles in albeit most on the indoor trainer. Keep up the spring training and enjoy the double century on Mothers Day weekend. I'll be doing by best at carrying on the Riverly Legacy in STL. John - Good to see you over the holidays at the grocery. It was quite the surprise. |
| Name: Hunsaker |
| Date: 3/03/09 |
| Ok I spelled Riverlea wrong in the first post...it's been a long time... |
| Name: Kevin Wohlever |
| Date: 3/6/09 |
| Is anyone planning on riding tomorrow? I'll check in the morning. Otherwise I'll see folks on Sunday morning. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/7/09 |
| Prospect Ride tomorrow starting at Klondike ball park just north of SR 42 near Bellepoint, +/- 35 miles. There will also be a 20 mile loop for those interested in a shorter ride. Rain showers are forecast for the AM so break out the rain gear. Check the TR website tomorrow morning for updates. Ride starts at 9 AM, remember to set clocks ahead 1 hour tonight! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/8/09 |
| Heaviest rains are well to the north this morning, so let's give it a whirl. 9 AM start at Klondike ball park. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/10/09 |
| See if this link works, tried a MapMyRide outline of a Delaware ride with the Greek diner at the 20 mile mark (35 miles total): http://www.mapmyride.com/route/us/oh/westerville/140938239122 |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/12/09 |
| Delaware Ride this Sunday, 9 AM at Alum Creek Lower Dam parking lot. Thanks to Chris for providing the route map (link in Chris's message above). Have a safe, enjoyable ride! |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/14/09 |
| Forecast for tomorrow, 3/15, looks good. A bit cool to start, but little chance of rain. I will be riding but have to make an airport run in the morning, so I'll arrive late. Don't wait for me - I'll try and catch up or meet up at the Greek diner. |
| Name: Lee Schneider |
| Date: 3--16-09 |
| We had a great ride Sun and the weather was perfect. Four riders: Richard,Martin,Ryan and Lee. We made a right(wrong)turn at Wilson Rd and then hit Rt. 61 took a left one mile then left on Rt 521 back to Kilboune. No Chris at Corner Cafe. Total 40 miles and another good route. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 3/18/09 |
| I saw you guys! I was headed north on Galena and I saw 4 riders heading east on Wilson. I actually gave thought to a chase, but I figured "east? - can't be TeamR". The route 61 detour adds about 5-6 miles, must have been the difference (I went to the diner, didn't stop when I didn't see any bikes). Oh well, this weekend looks good too! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/21/09 |
| Johnstown Ride tomorrow, 9 AM at Alum Creek Lower Dam parking lot. Looks like a cold start, but otherwise should be a beautiful spring day. |
| Name: Kevin Wohlever |
| Date: 3/21/09 |
| Missed a good riding day last weekend due to illness. Still fighting the cold / sinus infection and I just don't have the energy to ride this weekend. Hopefully I will be ready for next weekend. Have a great ride Sunday. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/28/09 |
| As they say, March came in like a lion, so it will go out like a lamb.....don't count on it. Sunday forcast is for rain, falling temps and possible snow. Let's hope Mother Nature is fooling us. Will post update on Sunday AM regarding the Marysville ride. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 3/29/09 |
| OK, let's do it. Marysville ride today starting at 9 AM at the ball park in Jerome. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/4/09 |
| We will try the Centerburg ride tomorrow, Alum Creek Lower Dam parking lot at 9 AM. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/11/09 |
| I'm planning to ride today from the Heritage Trail head in downtown Hilliard at 1 PM. Call cell 614-353-9443 if interested. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/11/09 |
| Had planned to ride tomorrow morning; now not back until the afternoon. Got to get in some miles! Have a good Easter holiday all. |
| Name: Lee Schneider |
| Date: Apr 17, 09 |
| Is anyone planning to ride SPOT out of Canal Winchester Sat morn Aril 18? I am interested in riding Sat because it will be nearly perfect weather. Call me at 614-888-4974 and leave a message if I am away. Plan to ride Sun on the ride to Granville. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/18/09 |
| Granville Ride tomorrow, Alum Creek Lower Dam parking lot at 9 AM. Let's hope the rain holds off until later in the day. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/19/09 |
| Those intererested in riding today let's meet at the parking lot at 9 AM to discuss ride options. Weather forecast makes the Granville ride look undesirable. Maybe a 25-miler up through Sunbury instead? |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/19/09 |
| John I'll be there. A shorter ride might be nice; I have 4 flats of plants to get into the ground today; getting in ahead of the rain would be a big bonus! See you at 9. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 4/25/09 |
| COP's 'Mid-Ohio Century' is on tap for tomorrow. 8 AM start up at Mingo Park in downtown Delaware (follow map on TR website home page). Break out the sunscreen! |
| Name: Kay Mangette |
| Date: 4/27/2009 |
| Does anyone need a room at Piketon? I booked a room for this year and now am not planning on spending Saturday night in Piketon, due to volleyball commitment on Sunday. Please let me know by Friday, May 1st if you would like it. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 4/27/09 |
TEAM RIVERLEA 2009 ANNUAL Pre-TOSRV CARBO Loading Friday, May 8, 2009 The Legend continues….…………come and help Team Riverlea prepare for the 48th Annual Tour of the Scioto River Valley cycling tour. In the grand tradition, Team Riverlea once more embarks on the annual pursuit of glory, honor, and a really good meal. Join us for the 2009 pre-TOSRV Carbo loading including :
Please RSVP by Thursday, May 7th to Kay Mangette at 614- 793-2276 or e-mail KMangette@hotmail.com so I can buy GFS out of lasagna for the year! The Mangette's home5557 Sells Mill Dr Dublin, OH 43017 Phone: 614-793-2276 |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/2/09 |
| COP's "Top of Ohio" ride tomorrow. 8 AM start up at the elementary school in Milford Center. Last chance before TOSRV weekend to get in some miles. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/2/09 |
| I am doubtful tomorrow - Ann will be in town early but she's not quite up for Top of Ohio, so we'll probably just do some more modest ride around here. If I don't see you tomorrow have a great ride, and I'll see you Friday. |
| Name: Patty Ellick |
| Date: 5/6/09 |
| Hey Guys. Just to let you know Bushy is riding and I am sagging (and taking photos) again this year. See you Friday night at dinner! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/12/09 |
| Congratulations to all those who completed TOSRV 2009! This was the year of the 'W' (wind) - TOSRV always finds a way to present us with a challenge each year. Special thanks to Kay & Doug for again hosting the pre-TOSRV dinner in their home, and to Patty for providing much appreciated SAG service throughout the weekend. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/13/09 |
| Just a reminder that TeamR rides do continue throughout the summer, typically each Sunday at 8 AM, starting from McNamara Park at the corner of SR3 and Big Walnut Road (Genoa Township Complex). Weekly updates will be posted this website. If anyone wants to plan Saturday or mid-week rides, please post advance announcements to this website. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 5/13/09 |
| Many thanks to Patty - we couldn't do it without you. And congratulations to John, by all recognized evidence, winner of TOSRV 2009. See you on the road this summer! |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/22/09 |
| Breakfast ride this Sunday, May 24th, starting at McNamara Park at 8 AM. Planning to ride +/- 30 miles with a stop for food in Galena on the return leg. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 5/30/09 |
| TR ride tomorrow May 31st, with a bit later start time. Planning to depart McNamara Park at 9:30 AM and head to Delaware. |
| Name: Patty Ellick |
| Date: 6/2/09 |
| Hey Guys Hope everyone who rode TOSRV last month has recovered from the wind. If you didn't get to see this year's photos, let me know and I can send you the link. I had fun keeping track of you and taking tons of photos. Hope the thunderstorms get done playing around us so you can get out on your bikes! Patty |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 6/20/09 |
| Is there a ride tomorrow, 8 or 9am, McNamara Park? Our tandem might get a rare outing... |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 6/20/09 |
| Friends - based in no small measure on the very kind encouragement and support of Lee Schneider, I have signed up for the Pelotonia Ride against Cancer this August. I'll be sending out some of their emails for contributions to the cause, but in the interim, the web site is here: http://www.pelotonia.org/ride/riders_profile.jsp?MemberID=3372&RiderName=Chris%20Noble Many thanks, Chris |
| Name: John |
| Date: 6/27/09 |
| TR ride tomorrow, 8 AM at McNamara Park. Also, enjoy the 17th annual "Tour de Grandview" tomorrow afternoon, with races scheduled to start at noon. |
| Name: Chris Noble |
| Date: 7/2/09 |
| Ride Sunday at the park, 8am? We might try the tandem again. Here's a fun web site for TDF enthusiasts: http://www.nike.com/nikeos/p/livestrong/en_US/chalk_messages |
| Name: John |
| Date: 7/3/09 |
| Yep, that's the plan.....8 AM Sunday at McNamara Park. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 7/5/09 |
| That's still the plan.....rain looks to have left central Ohio. 8 AM at McNamara Park. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 7/5/09 |
| Check out this group of riders from the University of Illinois venturing across the USA as a fundraiser for cancer research. The local U of I Alumni Club provided dinner during their overnight stay in Columbus on June 11th. A great group of young people! http://www.illini4000.org/index.php |
| Name: John |
| Date: 7/10/09 |
| TR ride this Sunday starting at the usual spot, McNamara Park at 8 AM. |
| Name: John |
| Date: 7/25/09 |
| Looks like the rain has finally passed. Planning to ride tomorrow morning; 8 AM at McNamara Park. |
| Name: Martin Roesch |
| Date: 08/15/09 |
| Anyone riding on 08/16/09? |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 8/16/09 |
| John recommends this as the next Sunday, August 23rd, Team Riverlea ride:
Steve Barbour Memorial Ride When: Sunday, August 23rd, 2009 Start Time: Assemble at 8:30 a.m. Ride starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. Where: Heritage Trailhead Parking Lot, Downtown Hilliard, OH Refreshments Following Ride: Dutch Kitchen Restaurant, Rt. 42, Plain City -11:00 a.m. We have been able to obtain a permit from the City of Hilliard to conduct a ride in memory of our friend, Steve Barbour, who died as a result of the injuries he sustained when he was hit by a drunken driver on Cemetery Road, July 18th, 2009. The ride, escorted by the Hilliard Police, will proceed from the Heritage Trailhead to Cemetery Rd. where we will have a short ceremony and where we will place a "ghost bike" in Steve's memory. The ride will turn around at the Hilliard Plaza Shopping Center and return to the trailhead. We encourage participants to join the family at the Dutch Kitchen on Rt. 42, Plain City, after the ride. You may ride to the Dutch Kitchen or drive. Steve's family, will host the event at the Dutch Kitchen. Some suggestions have been made as to how we may best honor our friend. Here are just a few: Wear lights, both on your bike and on your person. Wear a jersey that best "connects" you to Steve, e.g., Dutch Kitchen jersey, TOSRV and any other that you wore while riding with Steve. In the interest of safety and as good examples to the community, helmets are required and all participants should ride no more than two abreast. Please forward this e-mail to others who may be interested in participating. If you would like to volunteer for the event, please contact me, Gail Falkinburg at 861-4478. Dutch Kitchen Restaurant (614) 873-4518 8690 Us-42 S Plain City, OH |
| Name: Richard |
| Date: 8/17/09 |
| Is anyone planning on doing the Dry Run Ride? I've not done it and wanted to give it a try. |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 8/18/09 |
| I'm signed up for Dry Run, done it for years. I'm sure others will as well; it's a pretty regular ride on our yearly calendar. WBC does a nice job running it, and the routes are always pleasant - hills east if you want them, but not required. As I recall, we rode last year as the remnants of that hurricane were approaching, and had epic headwinds to plow for the last 20 miles or so. Memorable! |
| Name: Chris |
| Date: 8/18/09 |
| Movie night next Wednesday on campus: Road to Roubaix. http://roll-online.com/page.cfm?pageID=76 |