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[BBTC Ride_calendar] PORTA-POTTY Gate
by James Piani 31 May '06

31 May '06

Another inane situation for bicyclists. This will be sent to Rocky Anderson as a letter. If any of you have rode into the same situation you may want to write Rocky also. porta-POTTY GATE On May 30, 2006, a Tuesday morning, at 9:45 AM I was getting ready to bike from the East gate on the bike path that is on the south end of the airport. But first I used the porta-potty at East gate of the airport bike path. The security officer (female) saw me go into porta-potty and didn’t stop me. (I have used the porta-potty many times, and I have never been told by East Gate security officers that it could not be used.) Some observations: The porta-potty is on Public Land. The porta-potty, ultimately, is paid for by the taxpayers. No sign on the porta-potty that says it is not for public use. The airport security officer uses the porta-potty. Is it in the contract that the public can use porta-potties set up by contractors? If it isn’t, it should be!!!!!! When I came out of the porta-potty, I was confronted by the security officer and a Granite Construction employee. Both stating that the porta-potty is not for public use. I said that when you have to go you have to go. The porta-potty is on public land, and that the taxpayer paid for it which is, ultimately, the case. And that you (meaning the company) get plenty of tax breaks from the city. The Granite Construction employee took it personally and said “ Did you say I didn’t pay taxes”. That is when the security officer threatened to call airport police if I, Jim Piani, didn’t leave “in three seconds” when I wasn’t the one making a scene. I maintained exemplary demeanor during the entire episode. The Granite employee was the one getting upset, irate, and obnoxious in my opinion. And, a Granite Construction employee was waiting at the East gate (in dark green pickup truck) when I returned, apparently to make sure I didn’t use the porta-potty. What a waste of manpower! Does the City and Granite Construction have a problem with bikers that their personnel have to harass bicyclists.? I think it is ridiculous that Granite Construction’s employee got so upset, irate, and obnoxious because I was using a porta-potty. One would think that he could make better use of his time by making sure the contract was carried out properly. Think of the marketing and advertising potential by putting a sign on the porta-potty stating that it is there, also, for bicyclists’ use compliments of Granite Construction. Salt Lake City purports to be biker friendly, it surely wasn’t in this situation.

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Thursday Davis County Two Wheel Convoy
by CJ Williamson 30 May '06

30 May '06

I have a commitment on June 1st that I am unable to break that came about very soon after this ride was posted. Would anyone be willing to lead this ride for me? I can have cue cards and everything you need for it if you will. CJ Williamson tallbykerguy(a)gmail.com

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Wednesday Morning Burn
by Greg McMurdie 30 May '06

30 May '06

This ride is cancelled this week. Greg McMurdie

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Help needed for LRRH
by Penny Perkins 27 May '06

27 May '06

Club Members Little Red Riding Hood is fast approaching and we need some help! Friday, June 2nd We need 2 more men to help unload food at 12:00 at my home 966 East Downington Ave.(about 1810 South) and following the unload go and pick up the ice and bring it back to my home. I think it will take about 3 hours. If you can help with all or part...please contact me. Saturday, June 3rd We need someone with a truck to take supplies up to Wellsville. It will need to be in Wellsville at 6:30 on Saturday morning. You will need to pick up supplies by 6:00 on Friday, June 2nd. Tuesday, May 30th We also need some help sorting t-shirts on Tuesday, May 30th at 8:00 p.m. This will be at 966 East Wilson Ave (1800 South) We need to count and sort the t-shirts for the pick up on Wednesday and Thursday. Any of you that are doing the Emigration Ride could come over after the ride. Thanks, Penny 486-8140

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Mtn ride today?
by Rob Y. 26 May '06

26 May '06

Hi, I have an hour plus at about 11:30am and am planning to do a mtnbike ride either above the avenues or on the shoreline trail. If interested call me at 801-288-1330 as I will not be on the computer. Rob Y.

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] BIG DEAL NEWS!!!
by Stan Swallow 26 May '06

26 May '06

Hi Cyclists, If you know of anyone who hasn't signed up for our Gold's Gym Utah cycling team this news should get them on board. GREG LAMOND, Three time winner of the Tour de France and World Champion cyclist, is going to be on our team in Brigham City on June 10 Please tell your cycling friends to join us and ride with one of the World's truly great cycling legends. "Welcome friends and riders! I'm Greg LeMond, the Honorary Chairperson for the American Diabetes Association's Tour de Cure. During my pro riding years when I won the Tour de France I had one goal in mind THE FINISH LINE! Now I'm riding for an even greater goal-a cure for diabetes-and I urge you to join me. Riding together we will make a difference - I'll see you out there!" What a great honor to have him participate in our own Tour de Cure and be out on the road with him. To Join Gold's Gym Utah team go to www.diabetes.org/tour and register. Free Gold's Gym cycling jerseys to the first 136 members who raise the $100 minimum donations. Regards, Stan Swallow, Gold's Gym Utah Cycling Team Captain voice: 801-763-8364 Cell: 801-808-4426

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Re: Sunday's Bear Lake Ride
by Lecain John P Civ 508 FSG/GFFCB 25 May '06

25 May '06

I am excited about the number of members planning to ride Sunday around Bear Lake. BTW, the mileage is 54 miles, not 45 as I posted. Due to expected cold temp (35 deg) and probability of rain/snow (40%) at 7 AM, I am changing the start time to 10:00 AM. We will still start outside the entrance to Rendezvous Beach State Park and ride counter-clockwise around the lake. There are several places to eat and get fluids in Garden City. All riders are invited to stop by Rendezvous Beach Willow Camp Area for catamaran rides with the Utah Sailing Association on both Saturday and Sunday afternoon--bring your wetsuit if you have one. Limited camping is still available. Hope to see you there! John LeCain

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[BBTC Ride_calendar] Skewer recall
by Raleigh Fehr 25 May '06

25 May '06

Are you riding Shimano wheels? This may be of interest to you. Raleigh ---Citing a "potential safety concern," Shimano Corporation is recalling about 5,000 front quick-release skewers. Shimano says that after the QR is locked into position, the skewer could spontaneously break. Silver-colored QR skewers purchased or received after Nov. 1, 2005, are affected. Not being recalled are black skewers or those that have a small round sticker on the back of the lever. The recall affects Shimano 105, Ultegra, Dura-Ace, XT and XTR hubs, and Dura-Ace front wheels, including some Sport Dynamo hubs. According to the trade publication Bicycle Retailer and Industry News, Shimano will send a letter to retailers by May 31 with plans for replacing affected front skewers. Check with a Shimano dealer then if you have a suspect QR. In the meantime, stop riding with it.

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RE: [BBTC Ride_calendar] Canyon Conditions
by Ryan Carter 25 May '06

25 May '06

We just did Mill Creek tonight. There are narrow openings in several snow banks on the road, which appear intermittently from elbow fork up to about ½ mile from the very top. There is a substantial snow bank which blocks the road at this point, and looks like it will be there for at least another week. Carter. _____ From: ride_calendar-bounces+cycleforcenturies=smartfella.com(a)mailman.xmission.com [mailto:ride_calendar-bounces+cycleforcenturies=smartfella.com@mailman.xmiss ion.com] On Behalf Of Stephen Horvat Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2006 8:51 AM To: mailinglist(a)bbtc.net Subject: RE: [BBTC Ride_calendar] Canyon Conditions Hi, all. I have a couple of questions about road conditions in the canyons. 1. Is City Creek Canyon open to the top? If not, how far is it clear? 2. Same with Millcreek. (Last Friday, there was a narrow and shallow snowbank across the road just past Elbow Fork, but I didnt see anything beyond that.) FYI -- According to the UDOT web site, East Canyon (Hwy 65), Alpine Loop (92), Monte Cristo (39), and Wolf Creek Pass (35) will all be open for cars this weekend. Too bad. Thanks for any information. -- Steve Horvat -----Original Message----- From: ride_calendar-bounces+shorvat=aklawfirm.com(a)mailman.xmission.com [mailto:ride_calendar-bounces+shorvat=aklawfirm.com@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Cheryl Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 10:16 PM To: mailinglist(a)bbtc.net Subject: [BBTC Ride_calendar] Anyone for a ride this Friday from Wanship toEcho? Hi, I don't have it on the schedule, but I'm going to do a fairly flat "Back Side" ride this Friday, May 26 in the "banana belt" of Summit County. We will go from Wanship to Echo and back, about 30 miles and not very much elevation change. We'll begin at 10AM at the Rail Trail Park 'N Ride in Wanship, if you'd like to join us. Directions: I-80 eastbound to MM 155, Wanship Exit. After you exit, turn left and go under the freeway, across the rail trail, and the road curves to the right into Wanship. The trailhead is right across from the Spring Chicken Inn, you can't miss it. I've plotted it out on the new gmaps-pedometer site. You can plot routes for mileage, elevation changes, and satelite photos of the area as well. Pretty neat site, you can figure out routes all over the world! Friday's ride is at http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=198245 Hope to see you Friday Cheryl Soshnik csoshik(a)yahoo.com (435) 649-9008 _____ Yahoo! <http://us.rd.yahoo.com/mail_us/taglines/postman3/*http:/us.rd.yahoo.com/evt =39666/*http:/messenger.yahoo.com> Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates.

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RE: [BBTC Ride_calendar] Canyon Conditions
by Stephen Horvat 24 May '06

24 May '06

Hi, all. I have a couple of questions about road conditions in the canyons. 1. Is City Creek Canyon open to the top? If not, how far is it clear? 2. Same with Millcreek. (Last Friday, there was a narrow and shallow snowbank across the road just past Elbow Fork, but I didn't see anything beyond that.) FYI -- According to the UDOT web site, East Canyon (Hwy 65), Alpine Loop (92), Monte Cristo (39), and Wolf Creek Pass (35) will all be open for cars this weekend. Too bad. Thanks for any information. -- Steve Horvat -----Original Message----- From: ride_calendar-bounces+shorvat=aklawfirm.com(a)mailman.xmission.com [mailto:ride_calendar-bounces+shorvat=aklawfirm.com@mailman.xmission.com ] On Behalf Of Cheryl Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 10:16 PM To: mailinglist(a)bbtc.net Subject: [BBTC Ride_calendar] Anyone for a ride this Friday from Wanship toEcho? Hi, I don't have it on the schedule, but I'm going to do a fairly flat "Back Side" ride this Friday, May 26 in the "banana belt" of Summit County. We will go from Wanship to Echo and back, about 30 miles and not very much elevation change. We'll begin at 10AM at the Rail Trail Park 'N Ride in Wanship, if you'd like to join us. Directions: I-80 eastbound to MM 155, Wanship Exit. After you exit, turn left and go under the freeway, across the rail trail, and the road curves to the right into Wanship. The trailhead is right across from the Spring Chicken Inn, you can't miss it. I've plotted it out on the new gmaps-pedometer site. You can plot routes for mileage, elevation changes, and satelite photos of the area as well. Pretty neat site, you can figure out routes all over the world! Friday's ride is at http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=198245 Hope to see you Friday Cheryl Soshnik csoshik(a)yahoo.com (435) 649-9008 ________________________________ Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. <http://us.rd.yahoo.com/mail_us/taglines/postman3/*http:/us.rd.yahoo.com /evt=39666/*http:/messenger.yahoo.com> PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates.

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