tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.comments2023-05-23T04:48:57.340-07:00Cycle Folsom Club BlogUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-84584072227127093062018-03-16T08:47:24.995-07:002018-03-16T08:47:24.995-07:00Written by Brian Acord, performance group ride lea...Written by Brian Acord, performance group ride leader, 2010Brianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08810032870129672944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-16021135500202381872018-03-16T08:45:56.491-07:002018-03-16T08:45:56.491-07:00Written by Phil Blay, performance group ride leade...Written by Phil Blay, performance group ride leader, 2010Brianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08810032870129672944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-83011176003684995442018-03-16T08:31:38.421-07:002018-03-16T08:31:38.421-07:00Written by Brian Acord, performance group ride lea...Written by Brian Acord, performance group ride leader, 2010Brianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08810032870129672944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-8879356426008103262016-08-13T12:59:38.205-07:002016-08-13T12:59:38.205-07:00Dave, I agree. You miss all that extra visibility...Dave, I agree. You miss all that extra visibility and awareness the mirror provides when you forget to wear it.Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-3876443308219104532016-08-12T22:15:16.478-07:002016-08-12T22:15:16.478-07:00For me riding without my mirror is like swimming w...For me riding without my mirror is like swimming with your clothes on. It can be done but just feels wrong.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10225123977727051574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-59124921090527740832016-06-30T20:44:42.805-07:002016-06-30T20:44:42.805-07:00I was able to watch the video. Good stuff. Very ...I was able to watch the video. Good stuff. Very good and practice discussion backed up by science. I have been using the source as a guide: https://www.amazon.com/Performance-Zone-Nutrition-Greater-Endurance-ebook/dp/B01CZ2J4JS/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1467344559&sr=1-1&keywords=the+performance+zone#nav-subnavJimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-31247436670877330312016-06-29T18:16:22.217-07:002016-06-29T18:16:22.217-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-70809070558303420472016-06-29T18:15:05.442-07:002016-06-29T18:15:05.442-07:00I have been targeting around 300 calories per hour...I have been targeting around 300 calories per hour. This is based on some past reading and experience. I will check out the video you linked. I always enjoy learning something new. Thanks for reading and commenting. Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-3329677540420589882016-06-28T23:19:58.309-07:002016-06-28T23:19:58.309-07:00That is a good sign for the death ride. As you sai...That is a good sign for the death ride. As you said, too late to make changes for the big ride but that Total Work of your in KJ now translates ~ 1:1 in calories burned.<br />You can use that as a very accurate indicator on how many calories per hour you should take, I believe you should replenish around 20% of the calories spent per hour. <br />There is a nice video on youtube from a Stanford sports nutritionist direct towards cycling, I think it is well worth watching. It is nice to have some real science instead of bro science :)<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeIA261_gSwAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08772221652612068748noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-60492832366445663672016-06-12T07:18:13.415-07:002016-06-12T07:18:13.415-07:00Abigail, you are welcome.Abigail, you are welcome.Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-76938147745449144362016-05-26T13:41:23.247-07:002016-05-26T13:41:23.247-07:00This post has helped me for an article which I am ...This post has helped me for an article which I am writing. Thank you for giving me another point of view on this topic. Now I can easily complete my article. CheersAbigailhttp://mountainbikeez.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-11621230172221295112016-05-02T11:59:53.218-07:002016-05-02T11:59:53.218-07:00"There are two ways of spreading light: to be..."There are two ways of spreading light: to be candle or the mirror that reflects it." Edith Warton 1862-1937 Clearly both Debbie and Chris are candles cast from grit and determination. Beacons for all that face the challenges life throws at us.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17691445066967718541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-44186554115341850522016-04-05T19:03:46.036-07:002016-04-05T19:03:46.036-07:00I appreciate all who have comments here. I receive...I appreciate all who have comments here. I received a number of additional comments via e-mail from those who didn't feel comfortable commenting, or couldn't due to technical issues.<br /><br />All in all, it's very plain to see that the majority of us care about safety and riding courteously, especially when riding with the club. However, even those us with the best of intentions get caught up in moments when our testosterone, adrenaline, stress level or any number of things may be out of whack. I'll raise my hand and admit to that notion. During these times, I find it useful when someone calls me on it and helps me straighten out my thinking in the heat of the moment.<br /><br />I have since learned who the culprit was who lapsed into a bit of a high school tough guy during the ride. Frankly, I was extremely surprised and I had to chuckle a bit because if it can happen to him, it can easily happen to me. He's one of the nicest, most consciencious riders in our club, in addition to being highly skilled and fit. There's not a chance he'll be kicked out of the club. Why? He's human like you and me, and he made a mistake. As high as I like my expectations to be, I appreciate the concept of "Grace" when mistakes are made.<br /><br />Without prompting, he e-mailed me and apologized profusely. He explained that within moments of the exchange on the road, he knew he shouldn't have done it. He extends his sincere apologies to the club and our ride leaders.<br /><br />As an aside, I also received an e-mail from long-time member and highly active cycling advocate, Ross Del Duca (http://justanothercyclist.com), who provided some counterpoints to the notion that "the lane is for the cars." He now hails from San Francisco and exposed more to urban cycling, but he's quite familiar with the roads we ride. He correctly points out that laws provide cyclists with rights for minimum passing distances between cars and cyclists in order to ensure safe passage. He also correctly points out that, as cyclists and tax payers, we pay for and deserve to use the roads according to the law. (He actually said a lot more, and said it much more eloquantly.) I am aware of the points he makes and agree, and will help protect and communicate these things. Nevertheless, I have an underlying goal to get our members to be self-aware of where they're at in the lanes while riding and at stop signs. If we can do it safely, make room for the motorists and do unto others as you would have them do unto you.<br /><br />On a final note, after gaining a better understanding of how the ride started, greater attention should have been paid to creating a staggered ride start. This likely would have helped to reduce the chances that several of the problems would have cropped up. <br /><br />Technically, it shouldn't matter how many people ride out at the start if we do what we're supposed to do. But the odds for bad behavior go waaaaayyyy down when there are fewer people to hide within, and others will be more likely to call out bad behavior.<br /><br />Speaking on bahalf of our ride leaders, our rides sometimes swell by 20 RSVP's the night be fore a ride. This leaves little to no time for the ride leader to arrange for additional support from other ride leaders. With this in mind, I'd make two suggestions:<br /><br />1. RSVP early if possible<br />2. If you think it would be wise to stagger a ride start due to the size of the group, mention it to the ride leader, or talk it up with those in the group who you like to ride with. These are the kind of things I'm speaking of when I say "Help create an awareness BEFORE each ride. Set the stage for yourself and for others BEFORE each ride." It takes a little finesse, and it can be awkward, but in the end you'll get the hang of it, we'll have better rides, and we'll become a better club.Stan Schultzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02026624469367742780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-12951712165512989512016-04-05T18:16:54.399-07:002016-04-05T18:16:54.399-07:00Thanks, Mike. Great to hear from you again. Ride s...Thanks, Mike. Great to hear from you again. Ride safely!Stan Schultzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02026624469367742780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-82618639156871401842016-03-30T22:15:15.721-07:002016-03-30T22:15:15.721-07:00I agree with the above points and I agree with the...I agree with the above points and I agree with the staggered starts. <br /><br />However, as I read the main post and the original e-mail, two things strike me as significant: discourteous conduct on the road toward cars (blocking lanes, etc.) and having a war of words with a driver.<br /><br />I am looking at this from a more "golden rule" perspective as Stan pointed out. People need to be courteous to others whether the group is 5 or 50 riders. If the riders in front of you are blocking traffic, take the initiative to deal with the problem. Ignoring it or expecting a ride leader to handle is not a great option.<br /><br />The same goes for inappropriate verbal sparring. If you are next to the person, say something to stop it.<br /><br />This is a tough standard for anyone, ride leaders included. It is not a comfortable thing to do and we need people to take the initiative to help out.<br /><br />As ride leaders, we are just like everyone else and want to have a fun time on a bike with a great group of people. If our role turns into a "cycling referee", it becomes a job. We want to plan fun routes, set ride objectives such as pace and regrouping and; most importantly, make an effort to create a safe riding environment. There is, of course, an expectation that ride leaders will try to handle unsafe situations and other similar things. However, it should be an occasional correction when someone makes an honest mistake, there is an unusual situation, or an inexperienced rider needs some pointers.<br /><br />As I think about Stan's key message, the solution is simple - treat people as you would like them to treat you. I am happy when I am on my bike. I can't help but share that hapiness when riding. I like greeting people when I ride by them or waving at cars that give me plenty of room. I like waving cars through stop signs even when it's my turn to go. We all need to chip in and make a difference. Make a difference by being courteous to everyone you encounter. Make a difference by taking action when you see something that needs handling - even if it is uncomfortable. Make a difference by keeping Cycle Folsom as the kind of cycling club we all want.<br /><br />JimJimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-39752021688104149732016-03-30T16:09:20.094-07:002016-03-30T16:09:20.094-07:00Let me begin by complimenting the anonymous rider ...Let me begin by complimenting the anonymous rider who contacted Stan to voice their concerns about the actions of a few members of Cycle Folsom. Clearly he or she cares deeply about bicycling and the future of Cycle Folsom. Stan’s reply, the blog posting, also shows without any doubt why Cycle Folsom is a group we can be proud to be a member of. Or as some motorcyclist would say, wear the clubs colors.<br />Without doubt, as other have noted, staggered starts would help to ameliorate the issues under discussion. However it will take more than staggered starts to, shall we say, kill off the lemmings; it will take a concerted effort of the members of Cycle Folsom to make it happen. For example if you are the lead wheel in a pace line, or near the front, take it upon yourself to manage the actions of the group. Granted, not an easy thing to do, But as Stan, and before him Aristotle noted, the only way to get better at a task is to practice it. <br /><br />Greg Call<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17691445066967718541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-6767607233612818572016-03-30T15:50:45.390-07:002016-03-30T15:50:45.390-07:00Stan et al.,
I'm responding to this as a form...Stan et al.,<br /><br />I'm responding to this as a former member (but still current in spirit and kit) who moved away from the area. I've got a lot of thoughts rolling around in my head, but I think Stan's response to the group is spot on. <br /><br />In short, I will say this: CF is a fantastic cycling group. By far the best I have ever ridden with. The culture and sense of community among members is equal to none, the riding is absolutely beautiful... and I think we all know this. If you're not sure, then try to trust me on this one. <br /><br />It is easy to fall into complacency, though, or to sense a hierarchy among members - both of which may cause someone to hold their tongue when they see something unsafe. Feedback can be hard to give and harder to take, but we need to be prepared to give it (hopefully in a calm, constructive manner). This club is worth it, and we owe it to the club, ourselves, and each other to do it. <br /><br />I still miss riding with you guys far too often, and hope to wheel-suck in the paceline and attack you on climbs soon.<br /><br />-Mike MacLellanMikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05412756681578510652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-59731205440780264732016-03-30T12:48:10.004-07:002016-03-30T12:48:10.004-07:00I’ve only been on a couple rides with CF where the...I’ve only been on a couple rides with CF where there were upwards to 50 or more cyclist on a ride and every time we were split up into groups of at least three. I thought this was just a known thing at CF, if not it should be. Also, the groups should be split up per average pace. This may help with people who are “not pleased with the pace” and “feeling the need to move up.” At regroups those groups should try stay together. In any event cyclists should respect each other. If someone wants to pass you let them pass and if you are passing someone, pass on the left.<br /><br />I’ve only been cycling for a couple years but I quickly realized there is this tension motorist have with cyclist. We all know it, once we get behind that wheel we want to get from point A to point B at 10mph over the speed limit but if we acknowledge the law, stay right and show motorists the road can be shared I think there may be less times where words are exchanged or a finger thrown. As Stan says, “Living—and riding—according to the Golden Rule is a skill… It takes conscious practice…It requires absolute discipline and forethought.” We all need to remember this and maybe motorist will have more respect for cyclists, at least the ones in those rad CF jerseys! <br />Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-37909943809830602962016-03-29T22:32:17.915-07:002016-03-29T22:32:17.915-07:00"Come on, get out of the truck and say that.&..."Come on, get out of the truck and say that." Seriously? 1) You put everyone else on the ride at risk. 2) You clearly made the females on the ride uncomfortable. I hope this is some rando and not one of the respected folks in the club.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936395665927961360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-87562864817741849302016-03-29T22:19:51.500-07:002016-03-29T22:19:51.500-07:00The rider who engaged the motorist needs identifie...The rider who engaged the motorist needs identified and removed from the club. Not doing so puts the club at a huge liability.<br /><br />I used to ride with Portland Velo, and it wasn't even 2 years until a rider died on a club ride. The paceline was making a left turn, and this particular cyclist was on the back. He assumed since everyone in front of him made the left he was fine, and was struck by a car. Needless to say the tone of the rides changed after that.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936395665927961360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-4668900002360362452016-03-29T21:23:20.011-07:002016-03-29T21:23:20.011-07:00Read and made a lengthy comment. It did not post....Read and made a lengthy comment. It did not post...Short version, we all need to communicate and the front of the pack need to make decisions based on the groups safety not just theirs. As a group of skilled cyclist, we can improve and will. Common sense will get us all home to do it again another day.... Our Families deserve this too.....Jodynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-75205064241290696982016-03-29T21:00:24.273-07:002016-03-29T21:00:24.273-07:00Regarding stop signs, common sense philosophy:
htt...Regarding stop signs, common sense philosophy:<br />http://www.meetup.com/CycleFolsom/messages/boards/thread/12401891<br />Don't steal the right of way.<br />Don't be a lemming. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-64851921099294333222016-03-29T20:15:27.385-07:002016-03-29T20:15:27.385-07:00That may help and most big rides I have been on do...That may help and most big rides I have been on do get split up into multiple groups. However, I was not at the Millertown Ride and am not familiar with the circumstances. As a general rule I think this will be a good practice.<br /><br />I think the important point is people need to take personal responsibility for their actions. I haven't led many rides since returning from my broken shoulder, but in the past I felt like a "broken record" at ride starts talking about respecting the rights of car drivers to use the road and to be courteous. Almost every pre-ride talk asks people to stay singled up. A ride leader cannot easily keep groups in good order. Everyone has to do their part and act with class, respect everyone else and practice safe riding. Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-28277147954075310572016-03-29T19:58:03.077-07:002016-03-29T19:58:03.077-07:00Maybe the time has come to stagger start into smal...Maybe the time has come to stagger start into smaller riding groups at the start of the ride.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07234966673948675269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5895469504108004067.post-21675419446190448882016-03-29T15:39:25.925-07:002016-03-29T15:39:25.925-07:00I will offer a short response for now and may offe...I will offer a short response for now and may offer a longer one when I get home. First, I thought the main post was fantastic. Stan, you are correct in that we need to consider all our actions when we are cycling as a group. Making our rides safe and enjoyable for those we encounter such as drivers and pedestrians is equally important. <br /><br />As for the email that triggered this post. I felt the author was fair, honest and captured many observations other ride leaders have witnessed. I thank the author for the thoughtfulness in writing it.<br /><br />I have a few other thought I will offer when I get home.Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01752441424524989537noreply@blogger.com