Wiz Words
By Delores Craig
I just got back from the Bike Ride Across Nebraska. In many ways it was the opposite of the Biking Across Kansas this year, or so I was told. In Nebraska we had three days that featured high temps of about 62 degrees, with rain. Cool. Of course, the first three days were in the low 90s, so I suppose there was some common ground for the two rides. While on the ride I had a collision with another cyclist. I was going uphill around 10-12 mph; he had head down, plowed into me since he was going about 18-20 mph.
I am mentioning this to remind you that obstacles can come up when you are not expecting it, regardless of whether you are the rider in front or the one behind. I was eying the view, not even concerned; he was concentrating on his climb, giving it all he had. Both of us were lucky. When his bike hit mine, he went flying right into me, knocked me off my bike (thank goodness for Frog pedals that came free) and down over an embankment. Physics being what it is, he eventually came to rest on the concrete of the road, to the left of where we made contact. I was down the hill and to the right. I wish I could have seen it. I am sure it was quite a sight. Remember this when you are out riding with others. Watch where you are going; for sure, but every now and then keep a wary eye to the rear too.
Now on to more pleasant topics. The escort of the Mexican riders was really fun. They were a cheery group, considering how many miles they rode, and the reception at city hall was definitely great. I love seeing how bicycling such a strong part of both cultures is. Celebrate our two-wheeled lifestyle; remember to check out the new urban trails with the signs to tell us of our history. Downtown is really enhanced by those trails with signs. Keep pedaling, watch where you are going, and get out there, even if you are not shooting for high miles. It’s good for you.
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Editors’ Bike Corner
By Jay Wright
Editor-at-Large
Well, the heat and wind are currently playing havoc with all of us in the Oz Club. Between that and attempting to look out for hazardous road conditions, it’s been a full-time job looking out to make sure that we are not only safe physically on the bicycle mechanically, but also safe body wise as well.
I have been addressing the need to be prepared beforehand with being thoroughly hydrated before the ride begins in order to not be dangerously low on fluid intake. Also, one needs to have taken in enough nourishment before the ride begins as well in order to have the perfect amount of fuel for the ride.
I personally have a special mixture of fluids in each of my three water bottles that I carry on each of my bicycles. That way, I am sure that I am taking in the proper mix of proteins and liquids in order to make each of my journeys safe as well as enjoyable as possible.
The importance of being properly fueled before any ride---no matter the distance or conditions---is of the essence. In that way, one can be assured of not only a good experience in the saddle, but a safe one as well.
Be sure to know what kind of conditions that you will be riding in before you take off. In that way, it is a better riding experience for not only you personally but to those with whom you are riding as well.
Keep on trekkin!
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Social Report
By Vickie Carter
Treats List for Up-Coming Meetings
Treats were enjoyed at last month’s meeting, thanks to Roxanne and Jay Wright who brought cake and fresh fruit.
Our annual picnic this year is September 17. It will be at the pavilion building at Lake Afton. You need to bring a covered dish and the Oz Club will provide the burgers, brats and the plates, napkins, plastic ware and pop. We will have a picnic ride before the Noon meal. Please let me know if you plan to attend. That way we won’t be running out of burgers and brats.
July 11th – Vickie Carter
August 1st - Melinda and Larry Venn
September 17th – Oz Picnic
October 3rd - Melanie Cox
November 7th – Helen Wait
December 10th – Oz Christmas Party
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$ FOR SALE $
(2) Yakima Bedhead bike mounts for pickup truck bed – both racks clamp to lip of pickup bed rail, no drilling required.
(1) Locking Bedhead (locksbike to bed of truck) – new price was $80, will sell for $35.
(1) Non-locking Bedhead – new price was $60, will sell for $25.
Will sell both bike mounts together for $50. I can email pictures
if desired.
Call: Stan at (316) 210-1887.
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$ FOR SALE $
Trek Navigator 2 Mountain Bike Evergreen 16.5" Purchased November 9, 2010.
Bike stand; water bottle holder with bottle.
Used on neighborhood concrete and asphalt streets and on trainer during in climate weather.
Like new. Asking $300.
Contact: Dick Ruth, (316) 683-8888.
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IN THIS ISSUE
New Membership Meeting Place
Monday, July 11, 2011 at 7 PM
Kennedy & Coe Building Kutak Rock Suite 150
Going North on Webb, turn right on 13th St. Take the first left onto Waterfront Parkway. Continue on until you see the Kennedy & Coe building. Take the next left. Turn left into the parking lot. Visitor parking is in the front of the building. Kutak Rock is in Suite 150, is immediately in front of you as you walk into the building.
Program: Ruth Holliday, will talk about her trip to Spain and her visit with Diego.
Dinner Before the Meeting: Will be at TJ's Burger House on the east side (behind the DQ near Webb and Harry), meet at 5:30.
Are You Moving?
Please give us your old address as well as your new address. Or you can e-mail the information to ozmembership
@yahoo.com.
If you have changed your e-mail address please let me know.
Mail to: Oz Bicycle Club/Address Change
PO Box 1144
Wichita, KS 67201-1144
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