NBCC

NEW BERN CENTURY CYCLISTS

Eastern North Carolina

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This website has but one purpose: To encourage cyclists of all ages in the New Bern NC area to cycle a Century trip and to give recognition to those that have done so.

Why? So we can get cyclists together for monthly Century trips weather permitting. Having a large group of cyclists makes the trip easier and more enjoyable. If you've never ridden with a group of riders it's time for you to discover something new about cycling.

                                        

Visitors since 3/6/02

What's a Century trip? It is a rite of passage for all serious cyclists to be able to say that they have cycled a trip of 100 miles in a single day, usually within 5 to 8 hours. Others say one has to be crazy to ride 100 miles. 

Why ride a Century? Because of the challenge! The mere thought of being on a bike for some 5 to 8 hours impresses sedentary folks but anyone can ride a Century who is healthy and prepares for it. I'm 82 (Aug 2011) and have cycled 57 Century trips since age 67. It's great fun and excellent aerobic exercise. Overweight? You'll burn several thousand calories each trip!

What does one need to do to prepare for a Century? Cycle, cycle cycle! The more you cycle on a routine basis the easier it is to ride a Century. If after riding your bike for 10 miles your legs are sore you're obviously not ready for a 100 miles. You should be able to knock off at least 25 miles with no pain before attempting 100.

Do I need a special bike? It's going to be hard pedaling an old one-speed heavy bike with fat tires but I'm not going to put down any bike except to say that the trip will be much easier and faster if you have a lightweight roadbike. What's a roadbike? You won't find one at Wal-Mart. It's a bike with a lightweight alloy, aluminum or carbon fiber frame, drop handlebars and very skinny tires (appx. 700mm x 23mm). Prices start in the hundreds and go to the thousands. Many folks have popular mountain bikes nowadays. They'll make the 100 miles but they won't keep up with roadbikes. You guessed it! I'm a roadbike nut...

 Why join the NBCC? It costs nothing and simply places you on an e-mail list to be notified when a Century or any other shorter trip is planned so that you may join the group. It also permits you to send messages to all members by addressing your message to nbcc@XXXalways-online.com (remove XXX). Send your request to Dave Wallace at davewallace@XXXsuddenlink.net (remove XXX). The e-mail list will be sent only to members that are on it. 

Where does a Century trip go? Wherever you or a member that plans the trip wants it to go. The monthly trips that we have been taking over the past few years have departed from River Bend and go to Trenton,  then to Beulaville where we have lunch at Hardees or McDonalds. After lunch we cycle to Fountaintown, Catherine Lakes, Richlands, Trenton and back to River Bend. See mileage chart you can print out. Besides lunch we usually take about 4 short rest stops at stores along the way. Ordinarily we depart on a Sunday morning at 8 AM and return by 3:30 PM. Saddle time is around 6 1/2 hours with the remaining time for lunch and rest stops. Average overall saddle speed usually ranges from 14.5 -16.5 mph depending on the wind. A group of cyclists always makes better time by taking turns "pulling the group" while others draft behind. You'll be surprised at the difference drafting makes

How can I be added to the Century Trip Recognition list?  It's easy, provided you live in the vicinity of New Bern NC where you'll be able to cycle with us occasionally. Just complete a Century trip and have it verified by another member. Send your request to Dave Wallace at davewallace@XXXsuddenlink.net(remove XXX). As you complete more Century trips send in update info. (By the way it is not the intent of this web page to record century trips of cyclists all over the country)

Dave Wallace 


NBCC CENTURY TRIP RECOGNITION

Red = Current year

Blue = 2012 MS Bike Tour in New Bern 

Name

Last Century Trip

Age at last trip

Total Century Trips

Dave Wallace

May 2010 (Beulaville) (First Century in 1996 at age 67)

80

57

Bill Sadler

October 2011 CNC Day 6 Plymouth to Manteo Century Option

64

32

Enrique Garcia

October 2007 (Beulaville)

66

31

Bill Ernul

April 2004 (Palm Coast - Edgewater FL)

64

30

John Klecker

October 2011 CNC Day 6 Plymouth to Manteo Century Option

63

28

Ed Busch

September 2005 MS-150 tour - New Bern

63

27

Joe Avolis January 2012 - Route was Flythe's Jasper ride, Oriental, Bridgeton - 110 miles - computer photo

50

23

Tom Hewitt

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

52

18

Joe Baes September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 48 17

Dan Sosa

April 2011 Down East Cyclists Spring Century Test Ride - Jacksonville

80

16

Carole Stanton

February 2012 Jasper, Cove City, Trenton, Simmons Loop, the new 70 bypass, Riverbend, Carolina Colors to Trent Woods - computer photo

15

Tommy Arthur

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

61

14

Cassandra Crowder

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

51

14

Mac Flythe

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

65

13

Bill Reid

April 2003 (Beulaville)

42

11

Patrick Jacques

September 2007 MS-150 Tour - New Bern

40

11

Millard Godwin

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

64

11

Joanne Somerday

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

69

11

Chris Kelso

October 2011 CNC Day 6 Plymouth to Manteo Century Option

58

11

Cliff Blackwell

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

36

10

Bridgette Curlin

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

52

10

Nancy Alexander

October 2011 CNC Day 6 Plymouth to Manteo Century Option

?

10

Roger Woolsey

August 2006 (Wisconsin SAGBRAW from Sturgeon Bay to Manitowoc)

65

9

John Williams III MD

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 

56

9

Bonnie Refinski-Knight 

October 2011 CNC Day 6 Plymouth to Manteo Century Option

50

9

Amy Stanton

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

59

8

Shane Naber

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 

35

8

Mac Flythe Jr.

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

41

8

Dustin Lupton  September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century) ? 8

Gary Bielejeski

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

57

7

A.J. Beisler MD

July 2005 (Blood, Sweat & Gears Century - Boone, NC)

34

7

Pat McNeal

July 2004 (Beulaville)

26

7

Dave Blome

June 2005 (Jacksonville/Atlantic Beach & return)

24

7

Douglas Bacskay

April 2011 New Bern to Winter Garden FL (700+ miles - 3 Centurys)

36

7

Ben Bunn

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

64

7

Chris Lucas

September 2010 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

43

6

Joby Arthur

July 2010 RAGBRAI (Registers Annual Great Bicycle Race Across Iowa)

60

6

Susan Hamilton

September 2008 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

59

6

Mark Verrill

September 2004 (MS-150 tour)  - New Bern

43

6

Tim McLear

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 

60

6

Mark Masser

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

44

6

Avery Corning

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

54

6

Shannon Semple

September 2003 (MS-150)  - New Bern

43

5

Nick Peluso

September 2003 (MS-150) - New Bern

70

5

Mary Hittner

October 2007 (Beulaville)

52

5

Mike Gearren

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

58

5

Linda Sawyer

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

52

5

John Jaskolka

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 

81

5

Josh Brown

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 

19

5

Rick Curlin

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

58

4

Ed Kerl

July 2003 (Beulaville)

66

4

Dan Froelich

September 2006 (MS-150)  - New Bern

27

4

Charles Fetzer

October 2007 (Beulaville)

69

4

Jason Carman

January 2011 local trip verified by Atomic Cycles & Dan/Stacy Winchell

41

4

Steve Bengel

April 2011 Spring CNC Ride -Oriental, NC

54

4

Philippe Lafargue

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

48

4

Beverly Rust

July 2007 (Beulaville)

45

3

Carlos Villavicencio MD

July 2005 Cascade Bike Club's Seattle-Portland Double Century 

33

3

Tim Tabak

September 2007 (Down East Cyclists Labor Day Century - Jacksonville)

49

3

Capt Jason Rubin

May 2010 Ride to Nowhere - USS Nassau at Gulf of Aden (off Yemen)

34

3

Heather Noto

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

49

3

Jeff Enos

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

45

3

Patty LaManna

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 

53

3

Mary Ann LeRay

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

43

3

John Imbriaco

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

68

3

John Cho MD September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

53

3
Frank Grady September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 44 3
George Myers August 2011 Crowder, Myers, Masser, Holbrooke, Somerday Century (Brices Creek, Pollocksville, Trenton, Jasper, New Bern, Local area)

68

2

Ashley Turner

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

23

2

Jason Williamson

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

37

2

Joe Schelke

April 2002 (Beulaville)

75

2

Greg McCoy

September 1998 (Beulaville)

42

2

Andrew Semple

September 2003 (MS-150)  - New Bern

47

2

Rob Warnick

August 2004 (Cotton Country Century in Winterville)

38

2

Tore Mitchell

January 2005 (New Bern to La Grange & return)

35

2

Sharon Busch

September 2005 (MS-150 tour)  - New Bern

48

2

Holland Patton

September 2007 (MS-150 tour)  - New Bern

37

2

Allen Edwards

\September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

55

2

Andy Davidson MD

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

67

2

Donna Deans

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

?

2

Jeff Morand

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

53

2

Cheryl Smith

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

44

2

Jay Phillips September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

47

2

Mike Gearren Jr September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern (Double Century)

24

2

Noelle Ybarra

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

32

2

Chad McCoy

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

37

2

Ron Lather MD

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

45

2

Justin Wynant

September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

14

2

Ryan Albertson September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

29

2

Chris Myers

July 2003 (Beulaville)

27

1

Bill Edwards

September 2003 (MS-150)  - New Bern

51

1

Jeff Rosen

November 2003 (Beulaville)

51

1

Robertson Dorsett

November 2003 (Beulaville)

14

1

Dale Kidwell

January 2004 (Beulaville)

50

1

Jared Douglass

July 2004 (Beulaville)

27

1

Beth Griffin

July 2004 (Beulaville)

39

1

Jeremy LeRay

September 2004 (MS-150 tour)  - New Bern

34

1

Phil Pelletier

October 2004 (Seymore Cyclists Annual Harvest 100)

49

1

Colin Comerford

April 2005 (Beulaville)

?

1

David Hughes

July 2005 (Detroit Metro MS-150)

31

1

Reinhart Otto

June 2006 (Beulaville)

27

1

Lawrence Miner

September 2006 (MS-150 - Central NC)

?

1

Bambi Edwards

September 2007 (MS-150)  - New Bern

50

1

Tim Ruth

September 2007 (MS-150)  - New Bern

41

1

Betty Hatcher

September 2007 (MS-150)  - New Bern

42

1

Leigh Epps

September 2008 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

37

1

Kevin Reynolds

September 2008 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

68

1

Victor Romano

September 2008 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

?

1

Katie Hanes

September 2008 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

27

1

Dave Schnorenberg

September 2008 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

43

1

Bill Dickerson

October 2008 (Tuscarora/Fort Macon)

63

1

Merle Edington

May 2009 Down East Cyclists Spring Century - Jacksonville

?

1

Dianne Edington

May 2009 Down East Cyclists Spring Century - Jacksonville

?

1

Eric Mills

September 2009 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

39

1

Ron Lather

September 2009 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

44

1

Bob Whitmore MD

September 2009 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

53

1

Dianne Tomaio

September 2009 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

54

1

JohnTomaio

September 2009 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

57

1

Chans Miller

September 2009 MS Bike Tour - New Bern

31

1

Kevin Curtis

May 2010 (Beulaville)

44

1

Stacey Fisher

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

30

1

Scott Fisher

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

31

1

Mark Genereux

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

40

1

Ben Lindemann

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

31

1

Nakia Van Ellis

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

33

1

Rex Willis

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

54

1

Kate Horney

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

22

1

Jose Gonzalez MD

September 2010 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern

34

1

Katie Holbrook August 2011 Crowder, Myers, Masser, Holbrooke, Somerday Century (Brices Creek, Pollocksville, Trenton, Jasper, New Bern, Local area)

25

1

Mike Davis September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 38 1
Kelly Greene September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 38 1
Todd Rankin September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 49 1
Raul Alvarez September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 34 1
Aleta Brydge September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 44 1
Kim Willis September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 47 1
Ryan Falkenberry September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 14 1
Dave Whitlow September 2011 MS Bike Tour  - New Bern 48 1
Tood Cook October 2011 CNC Day 6 Plymouth to Manteo Century Option 39 1

Click here for the current member list


OTHER CYCLING WEB PAGES

2001 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace

Article "Getting ready to ride a Century"

2002 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace

Cycling Performance - muscle pain, soreness, cramps

2003 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace

Paceline Etiquette

2004 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace

Wind Chill Calculator

2005 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace

Bicycle Calorie Calculator

2006 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace

Bicycle Calculator - How long to catch up to group? (Excel file by dw)

2007 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace

2012 NC DOT Bicycle Events Calendar

2008 MS-150 tour in New Bern by Dave Wallace (now called Bike MS)

Cycle North Carolina (CNC) 2012

2009 MS Bike Tour by Dave Wallace (last tour of 9 cycled)

Cycle North Carolina 2004 - Report by Bill Sadler

Beulaville Century trip mileage chart (from River Bend)

Down East Cyclists - Jacksonville, NC

Beulaville Century trip Google map (from River Bend)

Oriental Express Bicycle Club 

Trenton/Cove City 45-mile loop mileages (from River Bend)

Dave Wallace's Cycling Background

Tuscarora/Clarks 21-mile mileage chart (from River Bend)

Dave's Senior Cycling Results - 1996 thru 2006 (.xls file)

Tuscarora/Clarks 29.4-mile mileage map  (From Flythe's Bike Shop)

1999 Senior Cycling Nationals at Disney World - Dave Wallace

Pollocksville 30-mi loop from Flythe's bike shop on Trent Rd in New Bern

2012 Tour de France official Website

Tuscarora/Jasper/Racetrack 29.6-mi loop from Flythe's Bike Shop (Gmap)

Official 2012 MS Bike web page

Tuscarora/Jasper/Rhems 34.2-mi loop from Flythe's Bike Shop (Gmap)

Cycling the MS Bike Tour at age 80 (River Bender article)

Trenton/Cove City 52.5 mile from Flythe's Bike Shop (Gmap)

Video showing a rotating double paceline

Trenton/Quaker Neck 38.6 mile from Flythe's Bike Shop (Gmap)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

(Scroll to the bottom for the latest narratives of trips. I try to keep approximately one year of narratives

See photos of regular and occasional riders of the Sunday 35-mile Jasper loop that departs Flythe's bike shop every Sunday at 8:30AM, weather permitting at  http://pages.suddenlink.net/davew/nbccphotos.htm


Dave Wallace and Raul Alverez

Cassandra Crowder, John Klecker, Chris Kelso and Philippe Lafargue

Ryan Asher & Jason Carman

Twelve Riders: Finally a break in the frigid weather with a start in the upper 30s that got up to 50 by the time we reached the overpass rest stop on the way to Jasper. Everybody was a little slower than usual and the A (actually B+) group consisted of Ryan Asher (visiting from Durham), Jason Carman, Chris Kelso, John Imbriaco and John Klecker. The B group consisted of  Raul Alverez, Doug Bacskay, Cassandra Crowder, Mac Flythe, Philippe Lafargue, Beverly Rust and Dave Wallace. The A group split up returning but the B group ended up the same as going less Philippe. I measured 16.3 saddle average overall from RB for the B group. It was an enjoyable ride. We should have had more riders. Come on wimps - it wasn't all that cold!

Dave Wallace 1/30/2011


Dave Wallace & Ashley Turner (Ashley plays French Horn in Marine Band)

19 cyclists at Jasper stop (listed below left to right)

Mac Flythe repairing flat for Jay Phillips in Clarks ( Jay Phillips, Ashley Turner, Stacy Winchell, Will Conkwright, Mac Flythe, Raul Alverez.)


New rider Will Conkwright

20 Riders: It was a cold start barely in the 40s but 16 riders showed up at Flythe's bike shop and 4 more joined the paceline in River Bend. Left to right above: Raul Alvarez, Tom Hewitt, Dan & Stacy Winchell, Mark Gerereux, Will Conkwright (new), Ben Lindemann (last ride - moving to Pensacola FL), Jason Carman, John Klecker, Jay Phillips, Philippe Lafargue, Mac Flythe, Bill Sadler, John Imbriaco, Beverly Rust (hidden), Ashley Turner, Dave Wallace, Cliff Blackwell, Chad McCoy. Missing is Steve Adams who took a shortcut back home for church. We had the usual A & B groups. I recorded only 15.4 saddle average from RB for the B group due to slow downs for stragglers. The B group has a no-drop policy. The B group had a flat in Clarks. 

Dave Wallace 2/6/2011 Super Bowl - Go Packers, beat Steelers!

 


Another flat on Tuscarora Rd

 Ten riders. Missing Raul Alvarez (taking photo) and John Imbriaco  (in store)

  New rider Tyler Neely (Marine)

Twelve Riders: Too cold for me at 37-degree start but surprisingly the following 12 made it (left to right above): Jason Carman, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Tyler Neely (new), Mac Flythe, Chad McCoy, Tom Hewitt, Cliff Blackwell, James (JT) Allen and Jason Phillips. Not shown is John Imbriaco (in store) and Raul Alvarez taking photo. Here is Raul's reply when I asked if there was an A and B group:  Dave Wallace.

Yes, A and B group.  We stayed together for maybe 3 miles after the ramp on 70.  After that, I fell off and I believe John Imbriaco as well.  Mac waited up for us.  We had another good group after the Jasper Mini Mart...again, maybe 3~4 miles.  Then the same thing.  I really fell back and didn't catch up til we hit Sanders Lane.  At that part, it was Mac Flythe, John Imbriaco Jay Phillips and Philippe Lafargue.  We stayed as a group the rest of the way back.

It was pretty cold...but worked out ok.  Ready for warmer riding temps for sure!

Raul Alvarez 2/13/2011

 


Ten Riders: Dave, Here’s a list of everyone that went on the Jasper Loop ride this morning: Mac Flythe, John Imbriaco, Phillipe Lafargue, Chad McCoy, Chris Tepera (new rider), Bill Sadler, John Klecker, Raul Alvarez (joined in River Bend), Tyler Neely, and Jason Carman.  Hopefully, I didn’t miss anybody.  The temperature was decent for the ride, but the wind was blowing pretty hard.  The “A” group averaged about 20.5 mph.

Thanks, Jason Carman 2/20/2011   

 


Tom Hewitt and new rider Ryan Faulkenberry (age 14)

Mac Flythe, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue & Chris Kelso at Jasper stop

Tyler Neely, Ryan Falkenberrry anf Tom Hewitt watching Chad McCoy fix his flat. Bill Sadler had one too. 

Fourteen Riders: What a great day and only 14 riders. I thought surely we'd have over 20 with starting temperature in the 60s. Here's who rode the 35-mile Jasper loop (except those starting in River Bend): Jason Carman, Ryan Falkenberry (New), Mac Flythe, Mark Genereaux, Tom Hewitt, Chris Kelso, Chris Kelso, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Chad McCoy, Tyler Neely, Jay Phillips, Bill Sadler and Dave Wallace. By the way, our new rider Ryan Falkenberry was 14 years old and it was the longest ride he ever made. It was a bit tough on him but he hung in fine as we slowed occasionally. I recorded the B group saddle average as 14.9 for this ride. 

Dave Wallace 2/27/2011


No Riders: Nobody showed up at Flythe's bike shop today for the 35-mile Jasper ride because of rain.

Dave Wallace 3/6/2011


The fast "A" group: Jason Carman, Tyler Neely, Steve Bengel, Mike Gearren, Tom Hewitt, Chad McCoy, Mike Gearren Jr., Nick Berg

New rider Nick Berg (may be moving to New Bern from DE)

Mike Jr and father Mike Gearren. Mike Jr is about to graduate from college. Congratulations!

Sixteen Riders: A cool start in the 50s but warmed up nicely for the 35-mile Jasper ride: The following cyclists: Steve Bengel, Nick Berg (NEW)  Jason Carman, Ryan Faulkenberry, Mac Flythe, Mike Gearren, Mike Gearren Jr., Tom Hewlett, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Chad McCoy, Philippe Lafargue,Tim McLear, Tyler Neely, Dave Wallace and Dan Winchell, We were spread all over the road going to and from Jasper so I have no idea how many groups we had today. It was only Flythe and me dragging up the rear to the first rest stop, Returning from Jasper  Flythe, Imbriaco and I met young Falkenberry on Tuscarora Rd after he had dropped out earlier departing New Bern. I measured 16.1 overall saddle average from River Bend. Nice leisurely ride! Too bad we can't keep groups together. 

Dave Wallace 3/13/2011


Jason Carman, Stacy & Dan Winchell

John Imbriaco & John Williams (MD) 

Jeff Morand & Todd Cook (joined paceline in River Bend)

Travis Bowman

Twelve Riders: It was cold and windy so only the following showed up for the 35-mile Jasper ride (26-miles rom RB): Doug Bacskay, Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Todd Cook, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Jeff Morand, Tyler Neely, Dave Wallace, John Williams (MD) and Dan & Stacy Winchell. I hung back with Doug Bacskay which I suppose was the C or D group and my overall saddle average from River Bend was 16. John Klecker mentioned the A group's average to Jasper was 19.8.  

Dave Wallace 3/20/2011


Two Riders: Too cold, wet and windy for the rest of us but surprisingly Marine Tyler Neely made the 35-mile Jasper ride despite the lousy weather. Here's his report:

Dave, 

Jasper loop consisted of me and Joshua Morgan, a friend of mine from base.  Temperatures in the mid 40's, spitting rain and a terrible headwind. Managed to keep an average speed of 17.6.  Everyone who stayed inside was justified, that was lousy...  

Tyler Neely 3/27/2011

 

Travis Bowman, Tom Hewitt, Vaughna Galvin (Marine wife - new)

Chad McCoy & Mike Gearren Jr. at 70 overpass rest stop

Jasper store rest stop

Thirteen Riders: It was cold and fairly windy with starting temperature in the 40s and ending in the high 50s for the 35-mile Jasper ride but the following showed up: Steve Bengel, Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Ryan Falkenberry, Mac Flythe, Vaughna Galvin (new), Mike Gearren Jr, Tom Hewitt, John Klecker, Chad McCoy, Tyler Neely, Dave Wallace and John Williams.

Dan Winchell. Mac, Ryan and I made up the slower B (or was it the C, D, E, etc,  group?) which I recorded the overall saddle average from River Bend as 16.8mph. It was only 15.9 at Jasper. (If I missed anyone, let me know. My camera battery quit.

Dave Wallace - 4/3/2011


Eleven Riders:  From reports from Jason Carman, Vaughna Galvin and John Imbriago, the following 11 riders made the 35-mile Jasper ride: Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Mac Flythe, Vaughna Galvin, Mike Gearren Jr or Sr, Mark Generaux, John Imbriaco, John Williams MD, Rex Willis, Dan Winchell and a new rider from VA. (Brett?). It was also reported that Mac Flythe's chain broke on his Bent and he was picked up.

Jay Phillips reported that he, Tom Hewitt, Paul Tingle and Pat Williams rode to Carolina Pines and back Sunday afternoon from BridgePoint  for a 50 mile trip that averaged 19mph. Ben Lindemann reported that one can keep up with Doug Bacskay's 750-mile trip to Florida on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/OneLoveBikeRide. So far, only Tommy Arthur, Cassandra Crowder, Steve Bengel and Chris Kelso reported completing a Century on the CNC Spring Ride in Oriental. Other members reported riding shorter distances.

Dave Wallace 4/10/2011

 


Tim McLear, John Klecker, Mark Genereux, Philippe Larfargue

Mac Flythe and John Imbriaco inspect bike

 Jeff Morand, Bill Jutz, Travis Bowman

Thirteen Riders: A cool start in the 50s and and windy, but ending in the 60s. Riders: Travis Bowman, Todd Cook, Mark Genereaux, Tom Hewitt, John Imbriaco, Bill Jutz, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Tim McLear, Jeff Morand, Tyler Neely, Dave Wallace and John Williams (MD). The other John Williams was with us but went on to Pollocksville at Tuscarara Rd. I clocked the B group's overall saddle average at 16.1 mph from RB, consisting of Mac Flythe, Dave Wallace and John Imbriago (partway).

Dave Wallace - 4/17/2011


New Bern to Winter Garden Florida April 9-17 - 700+ miles. Congratulations Doug Bacskay!
 

Thank you all for your well wishes. I will just re-cap my trip a little. We only ended up with just over 700 miles, we lost time and miles dues to storms in the Charleston area and I lost time do to mechanical issues on the very last day.

The ride was tough but well worth it… the people we met were amazing and it really was a life changing exp for me. I could not have done it without Viktor, as well as the guys from Flythe's who were always there to answer questions and help out. Not just to make money, but wanting to keep us safe and healthy.

I had 3 broken spokes and 1 blown tire, which for the miles I put in I guess was pretty good. We traveled down mainly 17 and the A1A, the wind was constant and never really gave us much of a break. But we pushed on and fought through it.

Dave you can add 3 more Cent to my list now… it would have been 4 if not for the thunderstorm and all the lightning. But I will get two more in September when I hit the MS ride again.

I hope you guys have a safe and happy holiday.

Sincerely,
Douglas M. Bacskay
4/18/2011


New rider Joshua Morgan - Marine New riders Joshua Pogue & Josh Daly - both Marines "A" group departing at 70 overpass stop

Fifteen Riders: A perfect start in the 70s, albeit a little windy on the 35-mile Jasper ride. Riders were: Steve Bengel, Travis Bowman, Josh Daly, Mac Flythe, Mike Gearren Sr & Jr, John Klecker, Chad McCoy, Joshua Morgan, Tim McLear, Jeff Morand, Tyler Neely, Jay Phillips, Joshua Pogue and Dave Wallace. We had 3 new Marine riders (see above photos) join us, all named Joshua, which now makes 6 Joshuas we have on the NBCC list. The slower B group consisted of Flythe, Sadler. Morand and myself going to Jasper and the same returning except Morgan instead of Morand. I clocked our saddle average as 18.1 to Jasper and 17.6 overall from River Bend. I'd post A group data if someone would send it.

Dave Wallace - 4/24/2011

John Klecker reported: Hi Dave, Great ride today! Jason Carman joined the A group along Tuscarora Road on the way back. My average at the shop was 21.8 but I was about 200 yards behind the first riders (separated by two red lights on Trent Road)


  Dan Sosa of Jacksonville races in Neuse River Senior Games 4/28/11

Dan Sosa, a regular at the Neuse River Senior Games cycling competition every year reported the following times for the 1-mile, 5K and 10K time trials respectively: 3:20.6, 11:51.1 and 23:27.8, which translates to 17.95mph, 15.73mph and 15.89mph. Not bad for a 80 year old who refers to himself as "Old Fart #2" (I'm #1 at 81). By the way, he said he slowed down because he cycled a Century with the "Down East" club just days before the Senior Games which now makes 16 for Dan.

Dave Wallace 4/30/2011


Mac Flythe, Nancy Alexander, Bonnie Refinski Knight, Avery Corning, Bridget Curlin at 70 overpass Tim McLeat, Rex Willis, Kevin Curtis at 70 overpass

Sixteen Riders: On the 35-mile Jasper ride the girls are back! Nancy Alexander, Bridget Curlin and Bonnie Refinski-Knight showed up after a long absence. Other riders were Joe Avolis (new) Steve Bengel, Travis Bowman, Avery Corning, Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe,  Rex Willis, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Chad McCoy, Tim McLear, Bill Sadler and Dave Wallace. The B group consisted for most of the trip Nancy Alexander, Kevin Curtis, Avery Corning, Mac Flythe Rex Willis and Dave Wallace with a saddle average from RB to the overpass, Jasper and overall to RB as 18.6, 18.2 and 17.2mph. By the way, I forgot to get a photo of new rider Joe Avolis of Avolis Engineering. Hope he returns. 

Dave Wallace - 5/1/2011

   Hey Dave,

Figured I'd send you the ride report from the Tour De Pickle in Mt Olive. The ride had a fantastic turn out, over 100 riders in total. Out of the usual Jasper loop crew we had Jay Phillips and myself on the 75 miler, Average of 19.1. Jays wife Billie rode the 25 mile. On a side note there was an accident, the rider in front of me clipped the tire of the rider in front of him and went down, which in turn caused me to hit him and go over as well. No serious injuries to either man or machine, but I've got a wicked bruise on my right thigh, and i busted the screen on my phone. I guess its an excuse to get that tune up I've been putting off. All things considered, a good time was had by all

Tyler Neely - 5/1/2011

   Several of us rode the Tour De Pickle Saturday. I did the 75 mile route. The road conditions were pathetic, it was like riding 75 miles of railroad track. The rest areas were under stocked. Green bananas and nothing to drink at the second to last stop. Hard to believe this isn’t the first tour they coordinated.

It was my last!

On the up side, I had the pleasure of riding with six very nice people and enjoyed the company along the ride.

Jeff Morand - 5/1/2011

Mark Masser sent the photo below of New Bern cyclists at the Tour De Pickle on 4/30/2011. I had no idea so many from here rode it. Send me a request and I'll send you the full-size photo.  Dave Wallace


No Riders: Light rain all Sunday morning so no riders on the usual 35-mile Jasper ride

Dave Wallace - 5/8/11


 Joe Gilmore on bent at 70 overpass Mac Flythe, Ryan Falkenberry, Rex Willis, Kevin Curtis at overpass stop  Travis Bowman giving a lecture on cycling safety

Thirteen Riders: Only 13 riders this nice morning on the 35-mile Jasper ride. Group A riders were Steve Bengel, Nick Berg (MD - visiting from DE), Jason Carman, Ryan Falkenberry, Mark Genereux, Chris Kelso and Tim McLear. Group B riders were Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe, Joe Gilmore, Rex Willis and Dave Wallace. Travis Bowman is a lone rider that we only see at rest stops. Ryan Falkenberry had a flat about a mile out of Jasper and joined the B group, which overall from River Bend only had a saddle average of 15.8. 

Dave Wallace 5/15/11

   Jay Phillips reported:

Dave, me and Paul Tingle rode 50 miles today with a average of 18mph and top speed of 35. The wind was brutal. I think we would have averaged closer to 20mph if the winds were calmer. We also got into some showers but nothing too bad.


Robert & Ashley Turner - Both are Marines in the Marine Band - Rob trumpet, Ashley French horn New Rider Chris Hudson New Rider Janet Christopher

Twenty Riders: Perfect weather with a start in the 70s for the 35-mile Jasper loop from Flythe's bike shop this Sunday morning. Riders were: Raul Alvarez, Josh Brown, Gary Bielejeski, Jason Carman, Janet Christopher (new), Cassandra Crowder, Travis Bowman, Mark Genereaux,  Chris Hudson (new), John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Mark Masser, Chad McCoy, Tyler Neely, Jay Phillips, Joanne Somerday, Rob & Ashley Turner, Dave Wallace and John Williams. The slower B group had 6-8 riders and I recorded only 16mph saddle average overall from River Bend, quite a leisurely trip. We had 9 riders join the paceline in River Bend, a new record. 

Dave Wallace 5/22/11


Kevin Curtis, Cassandra Crowder, Jeanette Weaver, Raul Alverez & Mark Masser - B group waiting in River Bend for the paceline New Rider Jim Howard New Rider Joe Avolis whom I failed to photograph a couple weeks ago.

Twentytwo Riders: Perfect weather again for the 35-mile Jasper loop from Flythe's bike shop this Sunday morning. Riders were: Raul Alvarez, Joe Avolis, Steve Bengel, Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Cassandra Crowder, Bridget Curlin, Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe, Mike Gearren, Mark Genereux, Kelly Greene, Jim Howard (new), John Imbriaco, Philippe Lafargue, Mark Masser, Tim McLear, Jay Phillips, David Preis, Carol Stanton, Dave Wallace and Jeanette Weaver. The B group saddle average from River Bend was 16.5 mph. Bill Sadler had a flat on Tuscarora Rd and apparently returned home.

  Mac Flythe reported: Dave, You must have slipped to the "c" group.  We came in right behind the "a" group.  Our saddle average was 19.1.  Lack of sleep must work in my favor. LOL

  Tom Hewitt, whose Atomic Cycles group we encountered going the opposite way at Jasper reported: Hey Dave, Yes, that was our Group...we wanted some additional mileage and went for 50; added the Loop that circles around to the North side of the Jasper Mini-mart (had we stayed a couple of more minutes there we'd have seen you guys...) and circled back after continuing past Sanders Road to the intersection in front of Cliff Blackwell's Farm on 55...then turned at Clark's and finished the normal route.  50 miles at 21.5 mph average for Chad McCoy, Lester Brown III (rides for VCU team), Ryan (from Durham; joined on with us downtown) and me...really impressive to see the size of group that was out...glad to see new rider Jim Howard, Joe Avolis, et al...

Keep on pedalin',  Tom

Dave Wallace 5/29/2011


Registering for Tour de Bear or TriCentury Cyclists MS team at Neuse River waterfront next to Persimmon restaurant Tour de Bear administrator Nancy Alexander and Mac Flythe Final instructions before departing on first 25 mile loop Amy Stanton (fast rider) departing airport rest stop

Fifty+ Riders: Perfect weather on Saturday for Nancy Alexander's Tour de Bear 25/50 mile tour to raise money for her TriCentury Cyclists team that will ride in the MS Bike Tour in September. Last year 80 cyclists registered so the final count may be similar to last year. I rode only the first 25-mile loop (recorded 26) at 16.7 mph saddle average. I rode with the front 5 at 20-22 mph for first 4.5 miles until I finally bonked. Most cyclists continued for the 2nd 25-mile loop. Since I cycled in from River Bend I completed 43 miles total for the day.

Dave Wallace 6/4/11


Charlie Fetzer, Philippe Lafargue, John Imbriaco, Jason Carman at Jasper rest stop Mac Flythe Rex Willis

Six Riders: Mac Flythe reports on the Sunday Jasper ride:

Sorry you didn't ride today. We had a good ride except for my two leg cramps. LOL. We only had 6 riders today though. There was Charlie Fetzer, John Imbriaco, Philippe Lafargue, Jason Carman, Rex Willis and Mac Flythe. 

Mac Flythe: 6/5/2011


New rider Brett Hoffman Chris Lucas whom we haven't see in 6 months

Eight Riders: Well really only 7 if we exclude Travis Bowman whom we only see at rest stops or in passing. Here's who today: Steve Bengel, Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Mac Flythe, Brett Hoffman (new), John Imbriaco,  Chris Lucas and myself. Mac, Brett and myself made up the B group most of the way and I recorded 16.8 mph saddle average from River Bend. Nobody ever reports what the A group's average is but I'm sure it's around 20. 

Dave Wallace 6/12/2011


Kevin Curtis & Joe Anderson at 70 overpass

Milling around at Jasper rest stop

Eleven Riders: Best I can tell is that we had 11 riders today because I counted 17 bicycles at Jasper which were for both Mac Flythe's group and the Atomic Cycles group. Later I saw 6 members of the Atomic group in Clarks so I suppose we had 11 in Mac's group. Nobody waited at the 70 overpass for Sadler, Curtis, Anderson and myself of the B Group so I failed to determine who the 11 riders were. Returning, I noticed at Clarks that my Cateye wireless computer had fallen off, which must have happened on rough Sanders Rd so I backtracked alone  to look for it but couldn't find it. Can't report overall saddle average. 

Happy Father's Day

Dave Wallace 6/19/11

  Tom Hewitt of Atomic Cycles reports in... Confusing? Only new rider Joe Anderson is on the NBCC list. dw

Dave, 

I think there were a few new riders today...the two young guys that were initially with Mac's group, Dustin (from Southport, NC) and Blake (riding a Motobecane bike), joined on with us at the Jasper Mini-Mart to do some extra mileage (we completed a total of 50 miles @ 20.5 mph average)...Joe Anderson rode the Jasper Loop for the first time today, too (he rode really well; thanks to Bill Sadler for hanging with him...and, that is a Specialized Roubaix Comp that he rides).  When we came by you and Kevin Curtis at RB our group consisted of Chris Lucas, Jay Phillips, Jason Carman, Jeff Enos, Chad McCoy, Ryan Albertson (he may also have been on the ride for the first time today; was riding his MTB with slicks!) and me (Travis "jumped on" with us at the corner of South 17/Tuscarora)...Bill Sadler and Joe Anderson were not far behind us...Mac et al right behind them.  John Williams told me he joined in at the Tuscarora/Old 70 junction...so riders were coming from everywhere !

New rider list for today (as far as I could tell):

1. Blake
2. Dustin
3. Joe Anderson
4. Ryan Albertson

Keep pedalin',  Tom Hewitt 6/20/11


Jon Viers (new rider- Marine) Karen Greene (new rider) Kelly Greene's flat - assisted by Bill Sadler and Mac Flythe

Fifteen Riders I counted 15 bikes at Jasper which I think are for the following: Joe Anderson, Joe Avolis, Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Mac Flythe, Karen Green (new), Kelly Greene, Blake Hollister, John Imbriaco, Dustin Lupton, Chad McCoy, Jay Phillips, Bill Sadler, Dave Wallace and Jon Zier (new) The B group consisted mostly of only Anderson and me going to Jasper, but accompanied by Flythe, Sadler and the Greens returning. My overall saddle average was 16.1 from River Bend. Nice to see Kelly Greene back after a long absence, along with his wife Karen.

Dave Wallace 6/26/2011


New rider Clay Green (visiting NB) Mike Davis, whom we haven't seen since last year Tim McLear and Bill Jutz at Jasper rest stop

Ten Riders: 4th of July weekend so only the following showed up for the 35-mile Jasper ride from Flythe's bike shop (26 from River Bend): Raul Alvarez, Travis Bowman, Mike Davis, Mark Genereux, Clay Green (new), John Imbriaco, Bill Jutz, Philippe Lafargue, Tim McLear and Dave Wallace. The B group consisted of Alvarez, Davis Jutz and myself returning from Jasper. Nice leisurely ride.  My saddle average from River Bend was 16.4. 

Dave Wallace 7/3/2011


New Rider John Overend Jr from Manassas VA Stacy and Dan Winchell at 70 overpass Dave Wallace, Bill Sadler, Linda Sadek and John Klecker at Jasper

Fourteen Riders: On the 35-mile Jasper ride: Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Chris Lucas, John Overend (new from Manassas), Linda Sadek, Bill Sadler, Dave Wallace, Rex Willis, Dan & Stacy Winchell.  The B group consisted of Linda Sadek, Bill Sadler, Rex Willis and myself. I recorded 16.9mph saddle average from River Bend. Nice seeing Linda Sadek and the Winchells back after a long absence. 

Dave Wallace 7/10/2011


New rider Todd Rankin, DDS Jay Phillips & Joe Anderson at 70 overpass, Marine Tyler Neely in background  Milling around at Jasper store

Nineteen Riders: Weather was great so things are picking up on the 35-mile Jasper ride. Lots of riders but no gals: Joe Anderson, Travis Bowman, Jason Carman, Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe, Mike Gearren Sr & Jr, Mark Genereaux, Kelly Greene, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Chad McCoy, Tim McLear, Tyler Neely, Jay Phillips, Todd Rankin (new), Bill Sadler and Dave Wallace. The B group consisted only of Anderson, Sadler and Wallace and I recorded 16mph average for the trip from River Bend, where Lafargue, Curtis and I joined the paceline.

Dave Wallace 7/17/2011


Cathy & Steve Fowler visiting from Winston Salem & Mac Flythe Josh Sample - We haven't seen him in a long time Rob Overman - We haven't seen him in a long time

Thirteen Riders: A HOT day on the 35-mile Jasper ride (26 from RB): Joe Anderson, Joe Avolis, Travis Bowman. Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe, Cathy & Steve Fowler (new), John Imbriaco, Philippe LaFargue, Rob Overman, Jay Phillips, Josh Sample,  Dave Wallace,  I recorded only 15.8 mph saddle average from River Bend for the B group, slower than usual probably due to heat. 

  The Tour de France is over. Cadel Evans (Australia) won, followed by Andy and Frank Schleck (Luxembourg). Cadel Evans was on the American BNC Racing Team and was supported by American George Hincapie.

Dave Wallace 7/24/2011


  Thirteen Riders:  Dave: the following cyclists rode the Jasper route including three new riders:
Mac Flythe Sr., Bill Sadler, Jay Phillips, John Imbriaco, Mike Gearren, Kelley Greene, Joe Anderson, Travis Bowman, Todd Rankin, Mellisa Rankin, new rider, Dave Olson, new rider from Ca., a Marine, and Brian ? new rider I think. It was extremely hot with no rain but with a little tail wind out and back. My average MPH from Flythe's and back was 19 just behind Mike and Dave Olson at the finish. We all managed to stay pretty close especially on the return trip. Joe reported being harassed by a dog on Tuscarora road on the way out.

 

John Imbriaco  7/31/2011

New rider Dave Olson (Marine) New rider Ava Tanton (Marine spouse) and Noelle Ybarra Jay Phillips and Philippe Lafargue at 70 Overpass

Sixteen Riders: Nice weather but a bit warm returning on the 35-mile Jasper ride (26 from RB). Riders were: Travis Bowman, Mac Flythe, Mark Genereaux, Kelly Green, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Philippe LaFargue, Mark Masser, Chad McCoy, Dave Olson (new), Jay Phillips, Bill Sadler, Ava Tanton (new), Dave Wallace, Rex Willis and Noelle Ybarra. We had an A, B & C group today and I dropped back to help out the C group consisting of Sadler, Masser and myself and only recorded about 15 mph saddle average from River Bend. 

Dave Wallace - 8/7/2011


Betty Hatcfher & Bambi Edwards Allen Edwards B group Dave, Bambi, Allen, Betty & Bill (Rex Willis took photo)

Fifteen Riders: Nice weather after earlier rain for the 35-mile Jasper ride (26 from RB). Sorry, but I never got to see who the "A" group riders were (7 maybe?) because they didn't wait at rest stops since "B" group rider Allen Edwards had a flat that slowed us down. The B group initially consisted of Mac Flythe, Allen & Bambi Edwards, Betty Hatcher, Philippe LaFargue Bill Sadler, Dave Wallace and Rex Willis, but ended up with just 6 of us (less Mac and Philippe who went ahead). I recorded 15.7 mph saddle average from River Bend.

John Imbriaco confirmed later that the 7 "A" group riders that passed River Bend were Jason Carman, Mike Gearren, Tom Hewitt, John Imbriaco, Dave Olson, Jay Phillips and John Williams MD. He said his saddle average for the trip was 19.6. 

Nine (or 7?) Riders on the Early Bird Ride.  I received the following two messages on the earlier ride that departed from the Cara-San parking lot in River Bend at 6 AM. ( It poured down rain in River Bend about 7 AM but cleared by 8 AM)

Dave Wallace   8/14/2011

Morning Dave,
The Early Bird riders made it out this morning. Seven of us (six men, one women) hit the pavement at 6:00am. We had one rider drop early (not sure why), another crashed on the wet pavement at the Clarks turn (Bike damage, minor flesh wounds). We completed 20.7 miles, 20.4mph avg. Rain got us the last couple of miles. Great ride despite the weather!
Jeff Moran   8/14/2011

 

As Jeff said, the Flythe's Early Bird Ride FEB6AM ;-) was a success with a little blood, sweat, and rain thrown in. Thanks to Steve Bengel, Martin, Jeff Morand, Mary Anne LeRay, Tim Ruth, Tony Fothergill, Raul Alvarez, and my main man my toucan sam Steve Mercer for coming out!
Mac Flythe Jr   - Flythe's Bike Shop 8/14/2011
 

Five riders for CENTURY today (Saturday)

Back: Cassandra Crowder, George Meyers, Mark Masser
Front: Katie Holbrooke, Joanne Somerday
Shell station to town to Brice's Creek Road to Pollocksville to 58 to Trenton, up 41 to 55 to Store to Downtown to Country Club Road to 17S to Simmons Loop X2 to final few miles in River Bend and back to Shell station.... 101 miles on my cyclometer at Shell station when finished.  And we're still smiling.....

Joanne Somerday 8/20/11

 


 

Avolis, Stanton, Arthur,Klecker, Curlin, less Refinski-Knight taking photo in Kinston (50 mi) Tommy Arthur & John Klecker

 Yep, looks like a Century...

Six riders for CENTURY today (Saturday):  Joe Avolis our ride leader, led our group on a fantastic century ride on August 20, 2011. Included on the ride were Joe Avolis, John Klecker, Tommy Arthur, Carole Stanton, Bonnie Refinski-Knight, and Bridgette Curlin. We departed from Trent Woods on to Simmons Loop where we rode with a huge red fox and then on to Trenton from there we went to the Subway in Kinston, then on to Ft. Barnwell where we stopped and fellow selling watermelons invited us to enjoy one of his watermelons, he cut it six ways and we all ate more than enough, then on to the Jasper store and from their to half of the Simmons Loop again this brought about six turkeys to ride with us, after getting back to 17s Carole hit a large pot hole had a flat tire after fixing it she had another flat ( Carole has a two flat minimun) after fixing her second we rode on in to New Bern. Other than Carole's two flats what a great ride we all had. Everyone had about 108 miles and we averaged right at 18 mph. We did take picture's and Bonnie promised to send them to you.

Tommy Arthur 8/20/2011


New riders Kim Willis (Rex's wife) & Aleta Brydge "A" group departing 70 overpass stop

Twenty Three Riders: Nice weather and lots of riders on the Sunday 35-mile Jasper loop (26-mile from River Bend): Raul Alvarez, Travis Bowman, Aleta Brydge (new), Mike Davis,  Bambi & Allen Edwards, Mac Flythe, Mike Gearren Sr & Jr.,  Kelly Green, Mark Genereaux, Betty Hatcher, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Tim McLear, David Olson, Todd Rankin, Bill Sadler, Dave Wallace, Kim Willis (new), Rex Willis. Somebody is missing. Who is the guy above on the far right in the dark outfit that rode slow to Jasper with Betty Hatcher and others? I recorded 16.9 saddle average back to River Bend in a group of 7, which was the B, C, D, E, (last group). I have no idea how many groups we had today as we were spread all over the countryside. Almost hit that brown dog on Dry Monia Rd. Gotta do something about him!!!

Dave Wallace - 8/21/2011

Nine Riders on Flythe's Early Bird Ride

Flythe's Early Bird ride had 9 riders this morning. Great weather and a great group! Once we got back to Hwy 17, Me, Ricky Williams, and Chris Drake decided to put in some extra miles on the new bypass under construction. Thanks to some great pulls by Ricky and Chris, we were able to achieve a respectable average of 20.3mph over 35 miles. Steve's crew averaged 19.8 over 26.4 miles and hit a maximum speed of 30mph! We're doing it again next Sunday at 6am. Meet at Caro-San beside the River Bend Shell Station on HWY 17. Bring a Friend!

Mac Flythe Jr  8/21/2011
Flythe's Bike Shop


Bill Sadler, George Myers, Noelle Ybarra, Ava Tanton John Klecker, Mark Genereux Mike Gearren, Lester Brown (new), Jay Phillips Dave Wallace & Philippe Lafargue

Twenty Two Riders: On the Sunday 8:30 AM Jasper ride: Raul Alvarez, Joe Avolis, Travis Bowman, Lester Brown (new), Mac Flythe, Mike Gearren, Mark Genereux,  Kelly Greene, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Tim McLear, George Myers, Jay Phillips, Linda Sadek. Bill Sadler, Ava Tanton, Dave Wallace, Rex Willis, Noelle Ybarra plus 2 unidentified riders. I clocked 17.4 mph saddle average for the B group from River Bend. 

Dave Wallace 9/4/11

Six Riders: On the Sunday Early Bird ride from the River Bend Caro San parking lot.

The Flythe's Early Birders departed around 6am and completed 26 miles with an AVG of 19.5 mph. The troopers willing to lift their heads this early on a Labor Day weekend and pound out a few miles included Tony Fothergill, Martin Hoffman, Tim Ruth, new rider Frank Grady, Steve "Jedi" Mercer, and myself. See you at MS Bike next weekend, so there won't be an Early Birder this coming Sunday.

Enjoyed it Guys!  Mac Flythe Jr 9/4/11


  Part of Nancy Alexander's TriCentury Cyclists team. They were in 5th place of 10 top fundraising teams last year. 2011 results will be posted when available.

2011 MS Bike Tour: So far 55 NBCC members reported cycling the 2011 MS Bike Tour either 30, 50, 75 or 100 miles on Saturday September 10 and/or Sunday September 11. I suspect there are more members who haven't notified me yet. 49 members reported cycling one or more Century trip, of which 26 cycled two Century trips. These are posted above on the Recognition List. Great weather, great ride with over 2800 cyclists. $1,628,256 was raised for MS last year. 2011 results will be posted when available. See 2011 photos at http://imageevent.com/mseventpics/bike2011

Dave Wallace 9/13/11

 

Seven Riders:  Mac Flythe, John Klecker, Tim McLear, Nancy Alexander, Bridget Curlin, John Imbriaco and Travis Bowman rode today on the 35-mile Jasper loop. Aside from Travis, the group stayed together out and back for the most part. It was windy especially coming back in on Rt. 17. but overall an enjoyable ride.

 

Nancy, Bridget, Tim and John Klecker are riding CNC Oct. 1 week hoping for dry conditions.

 

John Imbriaco 9/18/2011

Nine Riders?:

Dave

The B group consisted of Bill Sadler, Mac Flythe, Cassandra Crowder, Tommy
Arthur, Rex Willis and George Myers. There were three in the fast group I
don't know them. My cyclometer said 17.2 for an average for the B group.
Perfect training for CNC - WET!
 
George Myers 9/25/2011

Three of the mystery riders show up but now 3 more are missing. The following was sent by Jeff Morand: Dave W.

Sara Roberts, Todd Cook and I (Jeff Morand) met Bill and company at the Jasper stop. We pressed on in the rain to Ft. Barnwell and back. RT was 52 miles of rain soaked fun! We had three other riders join us but, I don’t remember their names.  Jeff

Two Riders on the Early Bird: The Early Bird Ride left at 6am with only 2 riders. My buddy Steve Mercer and myself! We left in the dark with some light drizzle and fog. This could have something to do with the low turnout! It was a fun ride none the less. We were able to get in 21.25 miles at an average speed of 19.3. We will be moving up the Early Bird departure time 30 minutes to 6:30am due to the later sunrise time. Looking forward to next Sunday's Early Bird! We depart from Caro-San on HWY 17 near River Bend Sunday morning at 6:30am for a usual distance of 26 miles. Come out and bring a friend.

Mac Flythe Jr 9/25/2011
Flythe's Bike Shop  (Photo: Mac Jr followed by Steve Mercer - good shot!)


Ava Tanton, John Imbriaco, Mac Flythe, Noelle Ybarra at 70 overpass

Noelle Ybarra, Dave Wallace, Ava Tanton

Sara Roberts

Five Riders: Probably because it was a chilly start in the 40s plus some of our riders were cycling across NC, there were only 5 of us this morning on the 35-mile Jasper (26 from River Bend where I joined the paceline: Mac Flythe, John Imbriaco, Ava Tanton, Noelle Ybarra and myself. The ride was a bit chilly and we had some wind so I only recorded 15.8 saddle average overall from River Bend for the group which stayed together most of the way. We met Sara Roberts and Jeff Morand at Jasper, who were continuing on to Ft Barnwell for a 60-mile trip. By the way, Sara Roberts and hubby Matt requested to be removed from the NBCC list. 

See George Myer's blog on how our local cyclists are making out on the 490-mile Cycle North Carolina (CNC) trip at http://www.newberncyclists.blogspot.com/  They'll be on the road until next Saturday (10/8).

Dave Wallace 10-2-2011

PS: 10/7/11:  I  posted Century trips above for the following 6 members who cycled the Plymouth to Manteo Century Option on the 6th day of the Cycle North Carolina (CNC) Fall ride: Nancy Alexander, Tood Cook, Chris Kelso, John Klecker, Bill Sadler and Bonnie Refinski-Knight. Congratulations folks. Quite a feat after 5 days of tough cycling across NC.  


Cassandra Crowder, who just completed 500 miles cycling across NC yesterday, surprisingly showed up for more cycling. Way to go gal! Ryan Albertson and new riders Jay Bradley MD (center) and John Melling (right). Still trying to identify rider on left with Motorola jersey. New Rider John Melling at Jasper rest stop

Thirteen  Riders: As best I could tell, we had 13 riders today broken into three groups on the 35-mile Jasper ride from New Bern: Group A was Ryan Albertson, new rider Jay Bradley MD, Tom Hewitt, Alan Garvick, Chad McCoy and new rider John Melling. Group B was Mac Flythe, John Imbriaco, Philippe Lafargue and Rex Willis. Group C was Cassandra Crowder, Janet Christopher and myself. I recorded only 14.3 saddle average from River Bend; a very pleasant ride with great weather. Special congratulations go to Cassandra Crowder for showing up after completing 500 miles cycling across NC yesterday. Fantastic!

Dave Wallace 10/9/2011


New rider Ron Light New rider Don Foulke (Fla)

Twenty+ Riders: Dave, sorry I didn't know you had dropped out. Our group averaged about 19.2. We had 20+ riders. Two new riders. I'll try and send you their pictures and names. Weather was great.

Mac Flythe 10/16/2011

If new riders see this webpage and wish to be added to the NBCC e-mail list of 190, send your name and e-mail address to davewallaceXXX@suddenlink.net (remove XXX)  dw

The following report just arrived from John Imbriaco:

Dave: Sorry the ride did not work out for you today. It was a very fast ride out and back aided by great riding conditions including favorable winds most of the way. These are the cyclists I remember: Mac Flythe, Bill Sadler, Rex Willis, Joe Avolis, Carol Stanton, Mark Genereux, Mike Gearren, Mike Gearren Jr., John Klecker, Tim McLear, Kevin Curtis, John Melling, John Imbriaco. Tom Hewitt and four or five cyclists joined us at Flythe's. One cyclist is in town from Fla. and one is from Pamlico County. There were several cyclists at the bike shop whose names I did not get. Mac might know who they are. My average was 19.6 and Tim told me his was 19.9 which we both said was fast for us.
Hope to see you out there next Sunday.  John Imbriaco 10/16/2011

Another fast ride reported by Jay Phillips...

   Dave,
Myself, Paul Tingle, Pat Williams and Ryan Faulkenbury rode to Oriental and back. We had an overall average of 19.5 with a saddle average of 21mph. The ride was just shy of 60 miles and we rode it in just over 3 hours. Weather was perfect and only the normal head wind coming back for the 30 miles back.
Jay Phillips  10/16/2011


Joe Avolis, John Imbriaco & Tim Lear  dropped back to join me in a "B" group. Thanks guys! New rider Courtney Dixon - riding with Atomic Cycles group's extended Jasper ride New rider Eric Bamnwarth - riding with Atomic Cycles group's extended Jasper ride

Thirteen  Riders: As best I could tell, we had 13 riders today. The "A" group of 9 riders, some of whom were with Don Hewitt's Atomic Cycles group, broke up to take an extended Jasper route. The A group consisted of Tommy Arthur, Kevin Curtis, Courtney Dixon (new), Eric Bamnwarth (new), Ryan Falkenberry, Mac Flythe, Tom Hewitt, Philippe Lafargue and John Melling. The B group was Joe Avolis, John Imbriaco, Tim McLear and myself. I recorded 17.2 mph saddle average overall from River Bend. 

Dave Wallace 10/23/2011


    Five  Riders: Kevin Curtis, Todd Rankin, John Imbriaco braved the cold and blustery wind and mutually agreed it was an enjoyable Jasper 35-mile ride. My average mph was 18.4. Tom Hewitt and Ryan Faulkenberry left from Flythes as the only two riders from Atomic bikes. Mac Flythe and Bill Sadler decided to save their energy for a 50 mile ride tomorrow starting at 7:30 from the Shell station in RB. Bill rode with us to RB . Let's hope today's cold weather ( 32 when I left my house) was an aberration for this time of year.

John Imbriaco 10/30/2011


Halloween Ride - Eight Riders:

I sent this on Monday to nbcc@always-online.com but apparently it didn't get to the list. Sorry. 

Well, the Halloween ride was a bit chilly to start with in the low 40's.  Layers were shed at the halfway point as the temp had begun to rise a bit and our bodies heated up. Our rest stop was Hardee's in Maysville. After we greased our internal machinery with fried bologna biscuits and hash browns, we started back. It may have been warmer, but the headwind was harsh. It was a fun ride and we made it back in one piece. Only incidents were 1 flat, a skinned up Blackberry, and a dog that had to be squirted in the face with a water bottle.  We had 8 riders complete the 50 miler. Bill Sadler, Aleta Bridge, Tony Fothergill, Frank Grady, Martin Hoffman, Steve Mercer, Mac Flythe Sr, and myself, Mac Jr.  Everybody dressed up for Halloween, too... as zombie cyclists. Attached is a photo of the group (I took the photo).

Mac Flythe Jr - Flythe's Bike Shop 10/31/2011


 

Digital camera mounted on Dave Wallace's handlebar stem B group Joe Avolis & Rex Willis on Tuscarora Rd with photo taken by bike camera Milling around at Jasper rest stop

Fifteen Riders: As best I could tell, we had 3 separate groups today on the Jasper ride: An A group (9), B group (3) and an Atomic Cycles group (3) all of whom met at Jasper. Riders were: Ryan Albertson, Joe Avolis, Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe, Mark Genereux, Mike Gearren, Tom Hewitt, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Philippe Lafargue, Chad McCoy, Tim McLear, Todd Rankin, Dave Wallace and Rex Willis. Temperature was in the 50-60s and very windy. I recorded a saddle average from River Bend of only 16.2 because I doubled back to wait for Rex Willis. It was a good ride. Newly paved Tuscarora Rd was smooooth!

Dave Wallace 11/6/2011


 

Eight Riders:  Dave, Thanks for asking. Here's the report: Eight of us rode this morning, and we wanted to leave a little later and do a route that took us a little further than the Flythe's ride. It ended up being a 50 mile route to Trenton, with a 18 - 19 mile pace on the way out and a 15 - 17 mile pace into the headwinds. The ride unintentionally became an all women ride--which pleasantly results in a lot more conversation in the line, and no one was dropped. See attached photo (back: Amy Stanton, Bridget Curlin, Kim Willis, Heather Noto; front: Melissa Rankin, Cheryl Smith, Aleta Brydge, Bonnie Refinski-Knight).

 

Bonnie Refinski-Knight 11/6/2011


 

 

B group - Bill Sadler and Rex Willis followed by Dave Wallace on Tuscarora Rd

A Group passing B Group on NC 55 after departing Jasper rest stop

Fourteen Riders: It's getting tough keeping track of riders in separate groups, especially since they sometimes don't meet at rest stops. All I know for sure is that Bill Sadler, Rex Willis and I cycled the entire trip together and I recorded 16.8 mph saddle average from River Bend. Here's who I think the other riders were - some from Flythe's shop and some from Atomic Cycles: Joe Baes, Mac Flythe, Patrick Frost (new), Mike Gearren, Mike Gearren Jr, , John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Elliot Marks (new), John Melling, Dave Watkins(or Olsen), Ron White (new)

Dave Wallace 11/13/2011


Paceline approaching River Bend stoplight Tim McLear, Mac Flythe, Joe Avolis at 70 overpass rest stop Ronnie Light, Rex Willis, Tim McLear, Kevin Curtis at Jasper rest stop

Fifteen Riders: We had a mixture of Flythe and Atomic Cycle riders which met at rest stops on the 35-mile Jasper ride: Joe Avolis, Joe Baes, Aleta Brydge, Kevin Curtis, Mac Flythe, Mark Genereux, Mike Gearren, Tom Hewitt, John Imbriaco, John Klecker, Ronnie Light, Tim McLear, Bill Sadler, Dave Wallace and Rex Willis. Temperature was in the 60s. I recorded 17.3 saddle average from River Bend. It was a good ride. If I missed anyone let me know. 

Dave Wallace 11/20/2011

   Ten Riders: We had 10 cyclist show up for the Sunday ride today that departed Atomic Cycles. We stayed together as a solid group with good rotations and a good overall average. The ride was 26 miles .
We are going to continue the Sunday afternoon ride and departure will be 1:15 sharp.
On BLACK FRIDAY we are going to do the same ride but at 2pm so we can burn some calories from Thanksgiving.

Jay Phillips 11/20/2011


Twenty Eight Riders: We had 28 cyclists show up today for the Black Friday ride (11/25). The weather was perfect and we ended up with 3 well organized groups. A group averaged 22mph, B group was around 19 and C group was about 17. We will be doing the Sunday ride again and it will depart Atomic Cycles at 1:15 sharp. Hopefully we will continue to draw larger groups so everyone will have a group to ride with. Sundays weather looks to be sunny and 70' at departure with light winds. Sounds like another perfect day for a great ride. Hope to see everyone there.

Jay Phillips 11/25/2011


Cyclists ready to depart 70 overpass rest stop Beverly Rust, Rex Willis, George Meyers at Jasper rest stop

Fifteen Riders: We had the following 12 cyclists between the A and B group for the Sunday morning 35-mile Jasper ride: Joe Avolis, Aleta Brydge, Harris Huddle (new) John Imbriaco, John Klecker, George Meyers,  Beverly Rust, Bill Sadler, Carole  Stanton, Dave Wallace, Kim & Rex Willis. Three cyclists from the Atomic Cycles group arrived at Jasper: Tom Hewitt, Ryan Albertson & Dave Olson. I recorded only 16.3 overall saddle average from River Bend for the B  group consisting of Meyers, Sadler and myself.

Dave Wallace 11/27/2011

  Fourteen Riders: We had 14 cyclists show up for the Sunday afternoon ride. Had a fairly stiff head wind heading out but a perfect tail wind coming back in. Started as one solid B group but some riders dropped back and ended up with a nice C group. B group average was around 19 and C group around 17. Looks like we have enough interest in the afternoon ride (1:15 pm) to continue, and as it cools down more I suspect it will grow in popularity as temps tend to be warmer mid day. Hope to see everyone out again next Sunday same place, same time.   Jay Phillips 11/27/2011


  Ten Riders:  Dave: total of ten cyclists today on the Sunday morning Jasper ride. Mac Flythe, Bill Sadler, Tim McLear, John Klecker, Philippe LaFarque, Todd Rankin, Rob? who said he rode in the Spring once before, John Imbriaco, Dave Olson, Tom Hewitt. Tom and Dave were the A plus group. Weather started cold but was great for cycling by the overpass. We stayed together most of the ride averaging 19 plus m.p.h.
John Imbriaco 12/4/2011

Tom Hewitt reported the mystery rider was Rob Temucin, who is not on the NBCC list.   dw

  Eleven Riders: We had a great afternoon ride today. Eleven (11) cyclists joined in for the 26 mile ride. The weather was perfect with almost no wind. The entire group stayed together for the most part and maintained around 19mph average. Hope everyone has a great week and hope to see a good group next Sunday. Same place, same time. Atomic Cycles at 1:15pm.
Jay Phillips 12/4/20


Who would be crazy enough to be cycling in 30-degree weather this morning? Here's Tom Hewitt's report after he thawed out. 

  Four Riders:   Dave, No, there were a few of us "crazies" riding this morning...

I rolled up from AtOmic Cycles to Flythe's parking lot about 8:25 a.m. to find Mack, Bill Sadler & Joe Avolis readying themselves for the ride (and wind!)...we rolled out and had a bit of cross-tailwind going South on 17, but as soon as we turned North on Tuscarora Road...Whew! She was ablowin'...Joe A. stayed with me and we hauled a** to the Jasper Store (no stop at the Overpass); my "nether region" felt like it was gonna freeze off ! Had to warm it up a bit...

Joe decided to ride back with the 'Bent Bros" and I proceeded to head straight back down 55 (nice little cross-tailwind assisted...stayed steady at 25/26 about 10 miles). Overall got in 40 miles at a 20 mph average clip...saw Joe A. later in the day at AtOmic and he had in 95 miles ! Good one, Joe...
(Joe Avolis went on to complete a Century today and sent a photo of his bike computer -  dw)

Cold and windy was NOT a lot of fun but I needed the solo (& quasi-solo...sorry Joe) work, for sure.

Keep Pedaling,

Tom Hewitt 12/11/2011

Seventeen Riders:   We had 12 cyclists depart Atomic Cycles today at 1:15 PM and 5 more out on the route with a total of 17. There was a pretty good head wind coming back but temperatures were decent. The main group had about 19 MPH average with good rotations. With the cooler months here it looks like the Sunday afternoon ride is going to be a little more popular but as it warms back up in the spring I'm sure we will be doing the Flythe ride including myself. Hope to see everyone again next week, same place, same time.

Jay Phillips 12/11/2011


  Three Riders:   Only three cyclists on today's frigid Jasper morning ride: Mac Flythe, John Imbriaco and a new cyclist from Newport, Steve Baker riding a recumbent. What a day to pick for your first Jasper ride. Temp. was 30 when I left my house and under 35 at 8:30 a.m. The wind was tolerable out and back but did slow us down. Average m.p.h. was 17.2. We agreed after finishing that it was an enjoyable ride. Had a few faux dog attacks out and back.
Dave- you can't hibernate for the winter. 

John Imbriaco  12/18/2011

   Eighteen Riders:  We had a great turnout today for the afternoon 1:15pm ride with 16 cyclists departing Atomic Cycles and at least 2 others joining in on the route. It was a bit windy today but plenty of sunshine and a great time had by all. We did the 26 mile loop through Carolina Colours and ended up with several groups with averages between 15mph and up to 21mph. Tom Hewitt even had hot apple cider waiting for us when we got back in.
We're going to do a slow and shorter ride Christmas Eve day at 2pm and the regular 1:15 ride on Sunday, Christmas day. Hope everyone has a great week and hope to see you Christmas Eve at 2pm.

Jay Phillips 12/18/2011


No cyclists reported departing Flythe's bike shop on Christmas morning.  dfw 12/25/2011

   Twentyeight Riders:  All I can say about today's Christmas Eve ride is WOW! We had 28 cyclists join in the the ride through Carolina Colours and we obviously had multiple groups with paces between 17mph and 22mph. Everyone had a great time and Tom Hewitt and his lovely wife, Mrs. Claire had hot apple cider and holiday treats waiting for us when we returned. It was great to see such a great turnout.
We will be doing our Sunday ride tomorrow at 2pm instead of 1:15. Hopefully this will allow everyone time to do the family thing and dinner. The ride will be the same route through Colours. Hope Santa is good to everyone and hope to see another great turnout.  Jay Philipps 12/24/2011

Twelve Riders: We had a great ride Christmas Day with 12 cyclists departing Atomic Cycles. We rode at a slower pace today with about a 18.5 MPH average. Tom Hewitt was out with his family on cruisers. Good overall turnout for Christmas day. We will be riding again next Sunday, same place, same time: Atomic Cycles at 1:15.
Jay Phillips 12/25/2011


Paceline on the way to Pollocksville Pollocksville rest stop with Tommy Arthur, Rex Willis, Aleta Brydge, Mac Flythe, Carol Stanton, Bill Sadler, Dave Wallace, John Klecker (Bonnie Refinski-Knight took photo) Rest stop at Merchants store in Brices Creek

 Nine Riders:  A Saturday morning ride that departed Flythe's shop at 9 AM for a 30-mile Pollocksville loop. Riders were Tommy Arthur, Aleta Brydge, Mac Flythe, John Klecker, Bonnie Refinski-Knight, Carol Stanton, Bill Sadler,  Dave Wallace and Rex Willis. It was a cold ride into the wind all the way from New Bern to Pollocksville but the group set a good pace rotating the lead. Leaving Pollocksville it was downwind all the way to New Bern and we did a lot of coasting at 18-20 mph on occasions. I joined the ride in River Bend and recorded an overall saddle average of 16.7 mph, at which point Mac recorded far less since they had to ride in a headwind to River Bend, so the more accurate saddle average for the 30 miles was 15 something (lower than usual because of the wind and traffic through New Bern). Everyone agreed it was a nice ride and the group stayed together. Mac said the usual 35-mile Jasper ride will depart his shop at 8:30 AM tomorrow on New Years Day.  

Dave Wallace 12/31/2011 

  Thirtyfive Riders: A Saturday afternoon absolute incredible ride. There was a total of 35 cyclists on the route with 28 departing from Atomic Cycles. Tom Hewitt had some tasty beverages for everyone when we got back in. There were several groups and the groups stayed together nicely. The Sunday ride tomorrow will depart at 2pm instead of 1:15. The weather is going to be gorgeous with sunny sky's and near 70'.

Jay Phillips 12/31/2011


  Three Riders: Dave there were only 3 of us on this Sunday morning Jasper ride (8:30 AM). I guess people were still recovering from a hangover. There was only Tim McLear, Bill Sadler and me. Cold start but warmed up quickly. We will be doing the Saturday morning ride at 9 am again next week. Hopefully this will give everybody a chance to ride. Saturday and Sunday morning rides with me and Saturday and Sunday afternoon rides with Jay Phillips. Ought to be a fun year.

Mac Flythe 1/1/2011

  Twentyone Riders: On the Sunday afternoon ride (2 PM) there were 21 cyclists that departed Atomic Cycles today. The weather was incredible and everyone had a great time. There were several groups with paces between 17 and 20mph averages. Weather permitting we we ride again next Saturday and Sunday at 2pm both days and will depart from Atomic Cycles. 

Jay Phillips 1/1/2011


Cyclists departing Flythe's bike shop C group at Pollocksville rest stop. - Millard Godwin, Bill Sadler, Mac Flythe Beverly Rust flat in Pollocksville

Twelve Riders:  The Saturday morning ride departed Flythe's shop at 9:15 AM for a 30-mile Pollocksville loop. Riders were Raul Alvarez, Mac Flythe, Millard Godwin, John Imbriaco, Ron Light, Tim McLear, Heather Noto, Beverly Rust, Bill Sadler. Carol Stanton, Dave Wallace and Rex Willis. Groups broke into 4-5-3. I cycled with the slow C group to Pollocksville then joined others until I rode alone from NB to RB in heavy wind. Saddle average overall was a slow 14.9 mph. Beverly Rust and Rex Willis had a flat in Pollocksville.

Dave Wallace 1/7/2012


  Joe Avolis, Bill Sadler, David ?, Tim McLear, Ron Light (photo by Mac Flythe)

Six Riders: Sunday Morning. There were 6 of us this morning on the 35-mile Jasper ride:  Joe Avolis, Tim Mclear, Ron Light, Bill Sadler, Mac Flythe and David. Sorry David, I didn't get your last name. Should have been more this morning since the weather was so good. We did have a strong head wind on the return trip, but it was still a good ride. Just wish more had turned out. Expected to see you Dave, hope you are all right after yesterday's Pollocksville ride which had 12 riders and 2 flats (not good). Great weather - great ride! The Saturday Pollocksville ride from now on will be gathering at Flythe's Bike Shop at 9:AM and will leave at 9:15AM.

Mac Flythe 1/8/2012

  Twentyfive/Thirtyfive Riders:  Saturday/Sunday Afternoon. Dave, I sent emails out both days but for some reason they're not getting out. Both days we had about 25 cyclists on each ride. The weather was great and numerous other cyclists joined in on the route. Probably 35 cyclist each day with A,B&C groups. We will be riding again next Saturday and Sunday at 2pm.

Thanks, jay phillips 1/8/2012


  No Riders this frigid Saturday morning. Too cold at 30 degrees!

3 Riders Sunday morning: Mac Flythe, Bill Sadler, John Imbriaco. Enjoyable ride, especially the return trip. Very strong head wind all the way to Jasper. Overall m.p.h. 17.2.

John Imbriaco 1/15/2012

  11 Riders Saturday afternoon: We had eleven cyclists today. The weather was a little cool but with abundant sunshine and perfect wind conditions we had a great ride. We will be riding again tomorrow at the same time (2 PM) from Atomic Cycles. The weather looks to be good again so hopefully we will have a good turnout. Don't forget that Flythe is hosting their indoor bike race tonight at 6pm. 

14 Riders Sunday afternoon:  We had 14 cyclists depart Atomic Cycles today at 2pm. It was a great ride heading out to catfish lake road as it was sunny and we had a great tail wind. The ride back in was brutal as we had a direct head wind with 15/20mph winds.
We were averaging 20+MPG heading out but struggled to keep a 15/17 pace coming back. There was a smaller group that departed Atomic Cycles this morning that consisted of 6 cyclist. I didn't get all of their details but I know they put in around 70 miles and rode towards Pamlico county and back. We will be doing the same rides next weekend. Hope everyone has a great week and hope to continue seeing these rides grow. 

Jay Phillips 1/15/2012


Zero Riders on the Saturday and Sunday morning rides to Pollocksville and Jasper due to cold rainy weather. It never got warmer than 40s all weekend. Hard to believe some hardy cyclists rode Saturday afternoon. 

Dave Wallace 1/22/2012

  Nine Riders Sunday afternoon  We had 9 cyclists depart Atomic Cycles today at 2pm. It was a cool start but we warmed up quickly. The winds were very favorable which allowed us to stay together into a well formed group. We rode the extended route with a total of 30+ miles. Yesterday's ride was canceled at the last moment due to inclement weather. There were 5 cyclist that showed but it was a no go. Hopefully next weekend the weather will be more favorable. 

Jay Phillips 1/22/2012


 

Paceline from RB: Millard Godwin,Christie Owens (Flythe's daughter), Mac Flythe and Dave Wallace

  Pollocksville rest stop where Bill Sadler (left) joined us:  

Sixteen Riders: Saturday Morning from Flythes Bike Shop. We had 16 riders this morning on the 30-mile Pollocksville ride but it broke up into two groups from River Bend. Our slower group consisted of Mac Flythe and his daughter Christie, Millard Godwin and myself. Bill Sadler joined us in Pollocksville John Imbriaco reported on the faster A group:   Dave: Today's ride included John Klecker, Mac Flythe, Bill Sadler, Mac's daughter, Millard Godwin, John Imbriaco, Chris Kelso, John Williams joined us in Pollocksville, Carol Stanton, Rex Willis, Kim Willis, Bill Willis-Rex's brother, Katie Holbrook, Ron Light and Aleta Brydge. 

Dave Wallace 1/28/2012

 

  Twentytwo Riders: Saturday Afternoon from Atomic Cycles. We had a great ride today as the weather was absolutely perfect. There were 22 cyclists that departed at 2pm. We ended up with 4 different groups: A group average was 22mph, B was 19, C was 17 and D was around 15. We're having enough cyclists show up that it seems no one gets dropped. It's more like the individual groups just find themselves so everyone has someone to ride with. The weather tomorrow should be beautiful also with sunny skies and light winds. Temperature hopefully will be around 58' at departure. Hope to see another good turnout as this is a really great ride. 

Jay Phillips 1/28/2012


John Imbriaco, Philippe Lafargue, Mac Flythe, Bill Sadler & Joe Avolis at 70 rest stop

Five Riders: Sunday Morning from Flythe's Bike Shop:  Four cyclists left Flythe's this morning at 8:30 AM on the Jasper ride: Mac Flythe, Bill Sadler, Joe Avolis, John Imbriaco. Philippe Lafargue caught up to us at the overpass rest stop. The wind was unpleasant most of the ride especially on US-17 on the return trip. Average speed was 18-19 mph.

John Imbriaco 1/29/2012

Cyclists at Atomic Cycles Sunday

Twentysix Riders+: SundayAfternoon from Atomic Cycles: We had at least 26 cyclists depart at 2pm and more joined in so an accurate final number was not possible. The weather was perfect and it's great to see so many cyclists coming out for morning rides from Flythe's and afternoon rides from Atomic Cycles. If everyone remembers last winter when we only had a Sunday morning ride with cold temperatures there were many days with little or no turnout. Now we have four great rides to choose from and I hope it continues.

Jay Phillips 1/29/2012


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