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Club Rides

This section contains a full listing of all scheduled club events. There is also a handy guide that will help you plan your rides better. Please note that all our club rides use a ride rating guide which will better define the rides routes, mileage, and difficulty levels.

WE WANT YOU TO PARTICIPATE!

If you've ever thought you'd like to teach others how to enjoy bicycle touring as much as you do, our Outreach and Education Program may be just what you need to make that happen. We are eager to team up with members and volunteers who want to inspire people to travel by bicycle.

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Lawrence County Cycling Club Rides

All winter rides are a go if the temp is 28 degrees or higher and weather permits

DEC 2005 thru Mar 2006

There will be a ride scheduled every saturday from Dec, 2005 to Mar 2006. The length and ride will be determined

on a ride by ride basis. The rides will start at 12:00 noon at the Shenango Giant Eagle on rt. 422.

SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT

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6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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27 28 29 30

Ride Legend: A = 9-11 mph / C = 12-14 mph / E = 15-18 mph

*Note*. Bring food/drinks to share among everyone

B = 11-13 mph / D = 13-15 mph / F = 18-Plus mph

Ride Guide

Please consult our Ride Forum the day before the event to see if any changes or cancelations have been made

All rides begin at 1:00 PM Eastern Unless otherwise posted

*To be announced at later date

Riding Tips

Water Clothing/Apparel

Never take carbonated beverages along, they contain caffiene and will loose their fiz after a few yards anyway

Avoid "high energy" drinks that contain caffiene. Caffiene is a diuretic and could cause you to dehydrate.

Freezing a bottle of pure water the night before is always a good idea.

A guide to follow is one 16 - 20 ounce bottle of water for each hour, or every ten miles

Always buy bicycle specific clothing that has a wicking factor to draw moisture away from your body

Choose clothing with bright colors and high visibility. Some bicycle clothing is fitted with sewn in reflective material

Avoid loose fitting clothing that could be drawn into the spokes or get caught up on the chain

Dress appropriately, you ride for fun, when you're cold... it's no fun. Dress in layers

What to take along Select the right ride

Mappage dudes! I mean, unless you are an Apache tracker you need to know where you're heading. Check with the Park Ranger stations they usually have the best and most up to date maps

MUNCHIES! The meal replacement bars are best because they have high carbs and protien without alot of bulk. You can't operate any machine without fuel

A rain coat that will fold up and stash into your pack or cycle bag. Yes, even if there "ain't a cloud in the sky"

An emergency medical kit with bandages and especially a sting kit

A knife, and some sort of tool kit. Bike stores sell a specific bicycle tool kit that will hang on your bike. Get a pump that will do the same too.

Patches. If you get a good tool kit it will have all you need. Lastly, learn how to fix a flat.

Always assure that you have signed up for a ride that is within your own capabilities as a rider

Never choose a ride that has mileage that you have not yet undertaken on your own

A scheduled ride is no time to discover that you cannot hack it. This spoils other riders plans and makes it necessary for someone to stay with you

Scheduled rides are not the time to find out that bearing needs replaced, or your pedals are trash. Assure that your bike is in good working order

Some rides are scheduled by more advanced riders and may have knee alerts and other hazards. Assure that you are within your group

Select the right bicycle Fitness Factor

Be aware that bicycles come in many different sizes as well as shapes. Consult with your sales representative to assure that you are properly fitted for the right bike

There are many different bicycles, everything from extreme sports like BMX and downhill mountain, to high speed light weight road bikes. Be sure you select the right bike for your needs

In many cases a mountain bike with full suspension, though heavier, may be right for older riders due to it's ability to absorb road shock

A well built, light weight road bike is best for long distance and endurance rides.

Remember that you only get what you pay for. A bargain 50 dollar bicycle may sound and look great, but it's components will not only give out, it may injure you

Never buy a bicycle at a chain store such as Wal-Mart or K-Mart. These bikes are assembled by inexperienced sales people and are dangerous

Exercise regularly and eat right. This will help you lose weight and live longer. Cycling exercises vital heart muscles and lungs

Use dietary supplements such as One-A-Day. A visit to a health store is advised as well. GNC has a full line of supplements

Never EVER use powders aimed at weight loss or muscle bulking. The powder can build up in intestines and their effectiveness is unproven

MRP's, meal replacement powders, are good to use both before a ride, and to take along. Mixed with water they are very effective

Fruits high in potassium and natural waters are advisable. Natural water tends to store more effectively in the tissues than regular water.

Stash an apple or banana in your cycle bag. You should get your body used to intaking nutrients during exercise. This helps the body to learn to burn fat tissue instead of relying on what is in the intestines

Never forget that a good healthy breakfast is paramount before a ride. Like any engine your body cannot function properly unless fueled

SUN	MON	TUES	WED	THURS	FRI	SAT
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
20	21	22	23	24	25	26
27	28	29	30

Water	Clothing/Apparel
Never take carbonated beverages along, they contain caffiene and will loose their fiz after a few yards anyway Avoid "high energy" drinks that contain caffiene. Caffiene is a diuretic and could cause you to dehydrate. Freezing a bottle of pure water the night before is always a good idea. A guide to follow is one 16 - 20 ounce bottle of water for each hour, or every ten miles	Always buy bicycle specific clothing that has a wicking factor to draw moisture away from your body Choose clothing with bright colors and high visibility. Some bicycle clothing is fitted with sewn in reflective material Avoid loose fitting clothing that could be drawn into the spokes or get caught up on the chain Dress appropriately, you ride for fun, when you're cold... it's no fun. Dress in layers
What to take along	Select the right ride
Mappage dudes! I mean, unless you are an Apache tracker you need to know where you're heading. Check with the Park Ranger stations they usually have the best and most up to date maps MUNCHIES! The meal replacement bars are best because they have high carbs and protien without alot of bulk. You can't operate any machine without fuel A rain coat that will fold up and stash into your pack or cycle bag. Yes, even if there "ain't a cloud in the sky" An emergency medical kit with bandages and especially a sting kit A knife, and some sort of tool kit. Bike stores sell a specific bicycle tool kit that will hang on your bike. Get a pump that will do the same too. Patches. If you get a good tool kit it will have all you need. Lastly, learn how to fix a flat.	Always assure that you have signed up for a ride that is within your own capabilities as a rider Never choose a ride that has mileage that you have not yet undertaken on your own A scheduled ride is no time to discover that you cannot hack it. This spoils other riders plans and makes it necessary for someone to stay with you Scheduled rides are not the time to find out that bearing needs replaced, or your pedals are trash. Assure that your bike is in good working order Some rides are scheduled by more advanced riders and may have knee alerts and other hazards. Assure that you are within your group
Select the right bicycle	Fitness Factor
Be aware that bicycles come in many different sizes as well as shapes. Consult with your sales representative to assure that you are properly fitted for the right bike There are many different bicycles, everything from extreme sports like BMX and downhill mountain, to high speed light weight road bikes. Be sure you select the right bike for your needs In many cases a mountain bike with full suspension, though heavier, may be right for older riders due to it's ability to absorb road shock A well built, light weight road bike is best for long distance and endurance rides. Remember that you only get what you pay for. A bargain 50 dollar bicycle may sound and look great, but it's components will not only give out, it may injure you Never buy a bicycle at a chain store such as Wal-Mart or K-Mart. These bikes are assembled by inexperienced sales people and are dangerous	Exercise regularly and eat right. This will help you lose weight and live longer. Cycling exercises vital heart muscles and lungs Use dietary supplements such as One-A-Day. A visit to a health store is advised as well. GNC has a full line of supplements Never EVER use powders aimed at weight loss or muscle bulking. The powder can build up in intestines and their effectiveness is unproven MRP's, meal replacement powders, are good to use both before a ride, and to take along. Mixed with water they are very effective Fruits high in potassium and natural waters are advisable. Natural water tends to store more effectively in the tissues than regular water. Stash an apple or banana in your cycle bag. You should get your body used to intaking nutrients during exercise. This helps the body to learn to burn fat tissue instead of relying on what is in the intestines Never forget that a good healthy breakfast is paramount before a ride. Like any engine your body cannot function properly unless fueled