I thought this might interest people thinking about touring:
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The 4th Annual Mass BikePike Tour, a bicycle tour in Massachusetts, is now accepting registrations for this four-day event taking place August 5-8th, 2010. The bike tour will begin and end in Amherst, with daily riding options ranging from 30 to 65 miles.
The Mass BikePike Tour is a celebration of cycling in Massachusetts. Families and individuals who want a move leisurely pace will enjoy ample opportunity to explore the state’s scenic byways, quaint towns, and all the varied attractions the region has to offer. All the routes are hilly, but if you really want to test yourself, we have an option on day 3 to climb Mt. Wachusett which includes a one mile climb at a steady 9% grade to the Visitors Center at the State Park and then a climb up the mountain access road to the summit at 2,000 feet above sea level.
Overnight stops will feature great places to camp (indoor options available) and hardy meals featuring fresh local products. Participants who prefer an alternative to camping can choose to stay close by at local inns or B&Bs
Registered riders will receive maps, route descriptions, lists of local attractions along the route, access to snack stops, SAG support, a commemorative T-shirt, and the camaraderie of friendly folks having a good time.
Proceeds from the event will benefit MassBike, the statewide bicycle advocacy group.
Early discounted registration is available until March 1st, 2010.
For more information and registration details, visit the web site at www.MassBikePike.org or call 617-710-1832. And now on Facebook at
The sun is out today, the temperatures are finally above freezing and AND only Thirty days until the first “official” club ride.
Thanks to the ten people who have recently signed up online, now we only need two dozen more [or less if you take multiple rides].
Not many people know their exact summer calendar but don’t be shy about precommitting… you can always switch your ride leadership with a fellow club member.
Sunday-Thursday, August 8-12, 2010 Vacation Ride Lancaster County: Strasburg, PA
Cycle in the Heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country…historic towns and villages, Amish and Mennonite farms, parks, covered bridges, water powered grain mills, Railroad Museum, Shirk’s Bike Shop (Mennonite family owned and operated), theaters and more. Rolling terrain; challenging hills to climb.
We’re in the final stretch of putting together the ride schedule for this year. Bob Spear has done a great job of assembling the schedule and the last major task is getting ride leaders for the rides. Many signed up at the banquet, but we still need leaders for about 40 rides. You can do so on-line. If you’ve been at all active, please consider signing up to lead one or more rides.
Well, the reservations and payments are coming in…but I did receive a few emails regarding payment for the banquet. We WILL be accepting payment at the door as long as you have made a reservation. We will be responsible for paying for the number of attendees I give to the DoubleTree by next Tuesday.
Again, the DoubleTree Hotel is located off of Carrier Circle, with cash bar and light snacks at 6:30 followed by a full dinner buffet at 7:30.
It was a huge success last year as our first time at this location, and I’m sure will be as successful again this year!
This is just a friendly reminder that our annual banquet is Friday, January 22, 2010. You should have received a hardcopy copy of the December newsletter with all the details regarding the banquet. There is also a PDF version of the newsletter here on the OCC website.
Again, it is at the DoubleTree Hotel off of Carrier Circle (formerly the Marriott Hotel). Cocktail hour with a cash bar is at 6:30 followed by a dinner buffet at 7:30. The cost is $25 for adults and children 16 and under are free.
Reservations and payment are due this Friday, January 15. Mail your payment to: Onondaga Cycling Club, P.O. Box 6307, Syracuse, NY 13217-6307.
Membership renewal form, OCC Banquet details, Slow’n Easy Rides, Tour de Cure Diabetes – the online newsletter doesn’t have the ballot: use the printed version to vote
Our youth bike program teaches personal responsibility, achievement and confidence through the development of practical skills, tutoring and simply having fun. We work with children between the ages of 10 – 13 through a program of bicycling, mentoring and meals.
http://www.bikesyracuse.com/
