Arkansas Bicycle Club News Archives 
CARTI Tour de Rock - Saturday June 9, 2007 Posted Wednesday, May 30, 2007 by Sprokets
Make plans today for the 4th Annual CARTI Tour de Rock (Saturday, June 9, 2007). All the info is at www.carti.com , just follow the Tour De Rock links. You can preregister on line and pick up your t-shirt early (to avoid the rush at the last minute). More people have preregistered this year than have even ridden in the past so come on down, it is a blast to be part of something this successful and to be part of such a great cause.
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BACA meeting -June 7, 7:00 p.m. Oyster Bar Posted Wednesday, May 30, 2007 by Sprokets
BACA meeting - June 7, 7:00 p.m. Oyster Bar
Join BACA supporters for the summer meeting on June 7th (Thursday) at the Oyster Bar. This will be our last meeting until the September meeting, unless we need to assemble people for an important advocacy event. Please plan on attending to share in a report on the many bicycle advocacy activities and for a presentation on the upcoming National Trails Symposium to be held in Little Rock. The award of the National Trails Symposium to Little Rock is a real coup & is important for bicyclists and trail users. The symposium needs lots of support from BACA.
Ron Rizzardi
President
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ABC June Ride Schedule Updating.... Posted Monday, May 28, 2007 by Sprokets
Updating the Ride schedule over the next couple of days and June looks to have alot of rides setup. The last two rides of May 2007 are....
Tu, May 29th - 6:15PM - Bring the Warp Drives online with Kenny Massa. On the wheels at 6:30 sharp from the Kroger on Chenal - West Little Rock. 20 to 26 miles. Kenny describes the ride as "It's not that fast, it picks up and also slows down". Watch the Forums for Kenny's updates.
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Wed, May 30th - 6:00PM - ABC Wed Evening Social Ride. Leaving from the parking lot by Competitive Cyclist, down to the Big Dam Bridge and over to NLR. Route varies, but generally includes some combination of Fort Roots, Burns Park Loop and one of the big hills on the Little Rock side. Option to do Overlook and then return to the Parking Lot. Average mileage is about 30, and all riders are welcome. We will regroup several times, and practice pace lining on the straight sections. All riders get a chance to lead the pace line if desired. Some faster riders may ride ahead- but will regroup. Typically includes going out for a bite to eat afterwards. Rain = No Ride. This is an easy ride, advanced riders can ride at their own pace. Contact Monty Cole - 231.3328
Thx
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Dario Pegoretti Diagnosed with Lymphoma... Posted Thursday, May 24, 2007 by Sprokets
Copped from Road Bike Rider....
Renowned Italian framebuilder Dario Pegoretti has been diagnosed with lymphoma and is beginning chemotherapy this week, bringing a halt to frame production. He says he can't promise delivery dates to customers who have placed orders but wants to begin building again as medical treatment allows. Pegoretti has been making frames since the mid 1970s and supplied European pros for years before accepting orders from the public. He is known for exquisite steel craftsmanship and stunning graphics. Gita Sporting Goods in Charlotte, North Carolina, distributes Pegoretti in the U.S.
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Upcoming Special Rides Posted Sunday, May 20, 2007 by Jim Britt
We have some special rides coming up to be on the lookout for on the schedule.
July 7 (Saturday): 100 miler (or less) unsupported annual ride with the Cabot Country Cruisers from Willow Beach. Let me know if you may be coming since they have to get the gate open early. jobritt@sbcglobal.net
July 14-15 (weekend): Overnight ride to Hot Springs
August 4 (Saturday, tentative): Day trip from airport to Bill Steward's lake property toward Pine Bluff.
September (weekend): overnight ride to Greer's Ferry Lake from Maumelle.
November 17-18 (weekend): Overnight ride to Hot Springs and Spa Run.
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Club has Insurance Posted Thursday, May 17, 2007 by Jim Britt
ABC again has liability and limited secondary medical insurance offered as a club member of the League of American Bicyclists. Guests are covered for their first ride only. This is another benefit of being an ABC member.
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May 2007 meeting Posted Sunday, May 13, 2007 by Jim Britt
We had a small group but we found Mr. Mason's to give us a good chance to talk to each other and enjoy some BBQ with quick service and we had several new members...welcome to John, Todd, and Martha Marie. Robb Ayers from Ark. Cycling and Fitness had a great program on tubes, tires, and flat repair. One good tip was to carry your spare tube in a heavy-duty plastic bag in your back pocket; the tubes can wear a hole in them inside your saddle bag over months of storage (put the tube in your helmet after the ride so you don't forget it next time). The June meeting will be at Murray Park for the annual ABC picnic.
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Two Pro Teams Need Housing.... Posted Monday, May 7, 2007 by Sprokets
Copped from C.A.R.P...!!! Does CARP RAWK or what! Break out the Pasta and Reds! What a SUPER Opportunity to meet some really fast kewl riders!
All:
Orbea USA sponsors two professional teams that need host housing for visits to Little Rock before and in between the Joe Martin and Tri Peaks stage races. Both teams had hosts lined up that have since fallen through. Schedules and head count information is as follows. Team riders are flexible with accommodations and can be split up among different houses. Any help you can offer is greatly appreciated. Please contact me directly with any assistance and thank you in advance.
*Justin Slarks* | Marketing Director | Orbea USA
600 North Broadway | North Little Rock, AR | 72114
501.280.9700 X5222 | justin@orbea-usa.com
Skype: justin_orbea-usa
*Team Rubicon* from Portland, OR (ten people, all men):
Arrive Tuesday May 8th
Depart Thursday May 10th for Joe Martin
Return Sunday May 13th
Depart Thursday May 17th for Tri-Peaks
*Team Webcor-Platinum* from California (nine people, 2 men & 7 women):
Arrive Monday May 7th
Depart Thursday May 10th for Joe Martin
Return Sunday May 13th
Depart Monday May 14th for Tri-Peaks
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Ride of Silence and LiveStrong Ride Posted Thursday, May 3, 2007 by Jim Britt
The LiveStrong Team ride will be from Burns Park Soccer Field #5 at 5:30 PM, Wednesday, May 16th. It will end at Murray Park and merge with the Ride of Silence which is now 7:00 PM (new time) so everyone is invited to do both rides.
Here are some links for additional information on the LiveStrong Ride. Ride with Team Rubicon in North Little Rock and the LiveStrong Day idea
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