Volume 3, Issue 7 - June 30, 2004

Volume 3, Issue 7 – June 30, 2004

“A Newsletter Published by Bike Pittsburgh to establish Pittsburgh as a city that is increasingly safe, accessible, and friendly to bicycle transportation.”

In This Issue:

* Bike Pittsburgh Working Groups Start Working
* Commuter Routes Survey – Please Answer!
* Bike Accident Survey – Please Answer!
* Kiski Valley Fat Tire Fanatics: Still Growing
* New Membership Benefit!
* An Alternative To Cycling?
* Pittsburgh Triathalon & Adventure Race Volunteers Needed!
* Upcoming Events (LOTS To Choose From!)

BIKE PITTSBURGH WORKING GROUPS START WORKING

Bike Pittsburgh asked people to sign up to offer their energies and expertise to help carry out the big task of bicycle advocacy ahead of us at the ‘Meet ‘n Greet’ in February. The working groups are as follows: Free Ride!, Bike Rack Proliferation, Bike to Work Week, Bike/Auto Co-Existence, Pittsburgh Helmet Coalition, Regional Infrastructure, Grant Writing, Fundraiser Rides”The Leader” Newsletter, Media/PR, and Commuter Magazine.

Work has already begun with several of these groups. The Regional Infrastructure working group started meeting in April. Eight Volunteers gathered to share ideas about how to best go about accommodating for bicyclists on Pittsburgh’s streets and how to go about making it happen. Each person agreed to research the various topics for which we needed more background before an informed decision can be made. In the meantime, Bike Pittsburgh’s Scott Bricker is working with Friends of the Riverfront (http://www.FriendsOfTheRiverfront.org) to create a map that includes recommended bicycle commuting routes throughout the city. Scott will work closely with this working group to devise a plan when he recommends particular routes for the map. The working group will be able to offer insight and ideas into how other cities have provided for bicyclists. Our goal is to create a comprehensive plan that includes these recommended commuting routes, Pittsburgh’s Bicycling Plan, and best practices found in other cities as well as original ideas that might be uniquely appropriate for bicycling in Pittsburgh. Once a plan is established, Bike Pittsburgh will work to carry it out.

If you think you could be of help with any of these Working Groups please sign up and work to make this happen. Questions and requests to sign up can be sent to: (info@Bike-Pgh.org).

COMMUTER ROUTES SURVEY – PLEASE ANSWER!

Bike Pittsburgh and Friends of the Riverfront (http://www.FriendsOfTheRiverfront.org) are working on a new Commuter Map for Pittsburgh, and we need your help! If you commute in Pittsburgh, please answer the following questions:

1. Where do you live?
2. Where do you typically ride your bike (besides parks)?
3. What routes do you take to get there?
4. What obstacles/tricky parts exist, if any, on your routes?
5. What other info would you like to see on the commuting map?

Please email your responses to Scott Bricker at: (scott@Bike-Pgh.org) as soon as possible! We are working on a tight deadline! Thanks for your help!

BIKE ACCIDENT SURVEY – PLEASE ANSWER!

As you may or may not know, Pittsburgh can be extraordinarily tough on cyclists. Injuries, near misses, potholes, and unfortunately, deaths, seem all too frequent. What are we to do? Stop biking? That is not the answer. As cyclists, if there are dangerous areas – we need to know. We are collecting as much data about various incidents in Pittsburgh with the intent to map it and hopefully see if a pattern emerges. This would serve two issues…

1. As a resource to bikers to identify dangerous areas around town, and,
2. as a potential tool to present to policy makers arguing the troublesome spots around town.

Cyclists’ safety is the main concern; please spread the word. A very short survey can be found on the Home Page of: http://www.Bike-Pgh.org.

KISKI VALLEY FAT TIRE FANATICS: STILL GROWING

The Kiski Valley Fat Tire Fanatics (http://www.kiskivalleyag.org/FTF.htm) are now in their second year. This Mountain Bike Club for youths is based out of Leechburg, PA, just a little northeast of Pittsburgh. Group President, Gene Nacey reports that club members had already done trail maintenance at least twice by the end of April; a photo of some hard working kids can be seen in the Community & Classifieds section of the Bike Pittsburgh website.

The Fat Tire Fanatics website now features a cool map of Watershed Premier Trail at Roaring Run (http://www.kiskivalleyag.org/Web_Pages/FTF_Stuff/WatershedPremiere_Web/WatershedPremiereTrail.htm). Just click on the bike icons on the map to get information.

Gene is looking for adult leaders to help lead many of this season’s rides. You can get more information on the Fat Tire Fanatics by visiting their website, or contacting Gene via email at: (gene@kiskivalleyag.org).

NEW MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT!

Aches and pains getting the best of you? Perhaps you would like to reward yourself after a 100 mile charity ride? Bike Pittsburgh Member and Massage Therapist Kim Hanley offers all current and new Members 10% off of massages at Health Affects, Inc. (http://www.healthaffects.sennex.com). Health Affects is a Theraputic and Wellness Center located in Observatory Hill on Baytree Street (1 mile from Riverview Park). Call for an appointment: (412) 231-2458, or visit their website.

AN ALTERNATIVE TO CYCLING?

Strange as it may sound, there are other things to do in Pittsburgh besides ride your bike! Kayak Pittsburgh (http://www.ventureoutdoors.org/kayak.html) recently opened for business under the Roberto Clemente (6th Street) Bridge. Kayak Pittsburgh is affiliated with Venture Outdoors (http://www.VentureOutdoors.org) – a strong supporter of Bike Pittsburgh and excellent resource for local cycling adventures. Rent a kayak or a canoe! Cool off when it’s hot, and enjoy the wonderful riverfront and new amenities that Pittsburgh has to offer.

PITTSBURGH TRIATHALON & ADVENTURE RACE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Friends of the Riverfront (http://www.FriendsOfTheRiverfront.org) is looking for volunteers to assist with the Pittsburgh Triathlon and Adventure Race, to be held on Sunday, July 11th on Pittsburgh’s North Shore (near Heinz Field and PNC Park). Volunteers are needed both Saturday and Sunday to help set up for the event, register participants, assist athletes/serve as course marshals and direct participants/spectators during the race, and clean up afterwards. Help out for a good cause and spend time in the sun enjoying a beautiful part of Pittsburgh and a great event that gets better every year! Contact Jennifer Thoma at Friends of the Riverfront, (412) 488-0212 or email: (Jennifer@friendsoftheriverfront.org).

UPCOMING EVENTS (LOTS TO CHOOSE FROM!)

July 1st – Grandmothers on Bikes: Cross-Continental Rainbow Ride Comes Through Pittsburgh

This event is sponsored by and benefits Rainbow Law (www.rainbowlaw.com). Please RSVP to: (pghrainbowrsvp@hotmail.com) by June 29. Carrie Ross-Stone, J.D. and Elisia Ross-Stone, R.N., are LGBT civil rights activists and lesbian life partners with three children and a grandson. They organized the cross-continental Rainbow Ride as an awareness campaign to educate and inform Americans about the injustice and harm caused to gay and lesbian families when they are denied equal protections under the law. They have been awarded an OUT 100 Award by OUT Magazine, and were named “Incredible Parents” by And Baby Magazine.

Hear Carrie (originally from Pittsburgh) and Elisia speak, along with Councilman Bill Peduto, State Rep. Dan Frankel, PUMP Executive Director Mike English, Women’s Law Project/ACLU representative Stacey Young, Rev. Janet Edwards of the Presbyterian Church USA, and Michael Snow of the Statewide PA Rights Coalition. Bike the Vote, whose cross-country ride brings them to Pittsburgh on the same date, will also be present. This incredible confluence of energy is not to be missed!

Doors and cash bar open at 6:00pm, speakers begin at 6:45pm, and a social hour follows from 8:00pm until 9:00pm. A $5 donation at the door enters you into raffles for several great prizes, including copies of Carrie and Elisia’s upcoming documentary film.

To join a 5:00-6:00pm “equality ride” with the Rainbow Riders and the Bike the Vote team, contact: (cchristen@persadcenter.org).

For additional/updated information, visit: (http://www.infinitedensity.com/speakout), and contact: (dwheitner@yahoo.com) with any questions.

Event Day: Thursday, July 1st
Event Location: Andy Warhol Museum, 117 Sandusky Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Event Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Cost: $5 Suggested Donation Greatly Appreciated

July 3rd – Mountain Biking Intermediate

This event is sponsored by Venture Outdoors (www.ventureoutdoors.org). We will be riding on single track trails through the backcountry enjoying different levels of challenging terrain. Expect twisty-turny delights with some rocky spots and a steady dose of ups and downs. There will be some technical parts but nothing overly challenging. With plenty of pointers from our biking experts you can expect to learn key skills along the way. All riders must wear a helmet when riding with Venture Outdoors.

To sign up for this event, call Venture Outdoors at: (412) 255-0564.

Event Day: Saturday, July 3rd
Event Location: Hillman State Park, Bavington
Event Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Cost: $25 Venture Outdoors Members, $35 All Others

July 7th – Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop Grand Opening

This event is sponsored by Bike Pittsburgh and our Free Ride! recycled bike program. Come join us at the new Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop in Squirrel Hill. We’ll be serving up frozen treats made with a bicycled powered blender made by Erok at the Free Ride! shop. Spin a smoothie for Ben and Jerry ~ the actual guys ~ who will be visiting Pittsburgh for the shop opening!

Out “Thanks!” go out to the Ben & Jerry Foundation, who have generously supported our Free Ride! recycled bike program!

Event Day: Wednesday, July 7th
Event Location: Forbes Avenue @ Shady Avenue in Squirrel Hill
Event Time: 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Cost: $FREE (that is, if you can resist the ice cream!)

July 9th – Calling all cyclists! Bike Ride and Rally for the NBG!

This event is sponsored by the National Bicycle Greenway (www.bikeroute.com) and Venture Outdoors (www.ventureoutdoors.org). On July 9th show your biking spirit by helping to welcome a group of four riders with the National Bicycle Greenway. These dedicated riders will have spent the last week riding from Washington D.C. to Pittsburgh to help promote an interconnected system of trails and bike friendly roads across the country. Pittsburgh is one of the stops on this nationwide relay and we want to show the rest of the country how important biking is to our community. There are two different ways you can help:

1. Bring your bike and helmet and ride with us for the last portion of the ride (rain or shine) – see the ride schedule below. As an extra bonus, the first 20 local riders to meet at the Greenfield Trailhead will get a cool “Classic” WPFI T-shirt. The more riders the better!
2. Spend your lunch hour in Market Square and help cheer all the riders into town. Bring a friend and really help pack the Square.

Ride Schedule:

* 11:30am – 11:50am – Meet at the Eliza Furnace Trail, Greenfield Trailhead – Just off Second Avenue (If you are unfamiliar with the area please feel free to call us for specific directions: 412-255-0564).
* 11:50am – 12:15pm – Ride as a group along Eliza Furnace Trail, to the PNC trail head (3 miles) at a very easy pace
* 12:20pm – Riders arrive in Market Square to a cheering crowd and proclamation from the Mayor’s Office. As an avid trail user and a member of the National Board of the Rails to Trails Conservancy, Mayor Tom Murphy is very much involved and committed to developing a comprehensive trail system in Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania. He understands that Pittsburgh’s trail system is an important quality of life amenity for our residents, visitors and workers.

Let’s show the rest of the country how we do biking in the ‘Burgh! To sign-up to get reports from the riders on the trail from other parts of the country, email your contact information to: (NBG@BikeRoute.com).

Event Day: Friday, July 9th
Event Location: Eliza Furnace Trailhead and Downtown Pittsburgh
Event Time: 11:30pm – 1:00pm
Cost: $FREE

July 10th – Trailbike Excursions

This event is sponsored by Venture Outdoors (www.ventureoutdoors.org). These rides are designed for folks who like to ride a level trail but sometimes want to explore and venture a bit further. We’ll share a well-paced ride on the trail, enjoying the company of other bikers and stopping for scenic breaks and nourishment along the way. The trip leaders will share interesting information and natural history about the trail and the surrounding area, as well as providing technical support and riding tips. Bring a lunch and we’ll pick a picturesque spot for refreshment! Some biking experience required, minimum age 16.

To sign up for this event, call Venture Outdoors at: (412) 255-0564.

Event Day: Saturday, July 10th
Event Location: Yough River Trail
Event Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $12 Venture Outdoors Members, $15 All Others

July 11th – Pittsburgh Triathlon and Adventure Race

This event is sponsored by Seagate and Friends of the Riverfront, and benefits Friends of the Riverfront (www.friendsoftheriverfront.org) and includes an Olympic-distance Triathlon and a Sprint-distance Adventure Race (Adventure Race substitutes canoe/kayak paddle for the swim portion). Participate in a great athletic event that highlights the amenities of our region and continues to grow every year! Both Individual and Relay Team (male, female, mixed, family, corporate) entries are welcome for both races. Participant Pasta Party Saturday, July 10th from 4:00-7:00pm and Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up Saturday, July 10th from 10:00am-5:00pm. (No race day registration).

Race Details:

* Triathlon: 1.5K Swim in Allegheny River (wetsuits permitted), 40K Bike on I-279 HOV lane and around stadiums, 10K Run on Three Rivers Heritage Trail
* Adventure Race: 12 Mile Bike on I-279 HOV lane and around stadiums, 2 mile paddle in Allegheny River, 3.2 Mile Run on Three Rivers Heritage Trail

For more information, contact Jennifer Thoma at Friends of the Riverfront, (412) 488-0212 or email: (Jennifer@friendsoftheriverfront.org). Online registration is also available at: (http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=111213).

Event Day: Sunday, July 11th
Event Location: Pittsburgh’s North Shore, near Heinz Field (Steelers) and PNC Park (Pirates)
Event Time: 7:30am (Triathlon); 8:45am (Adventure Race)
Cost: $45 Triathlon, $35 Adventure Race

July 14th – Bike Maintenance Classes Through CCAC

Golden Triangle Bike Rentals (www.bikepittsburgh.com) is offering bike maintenance classes through CCAC. The classes are 3 sessions – 2.5 hours each, and the cost is $35. Classes are held Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm – 9:00pm at the bike shop which is located at the Downtown end of the Eliza Furnace Trail at the new Bike and Blade Station. For more information, call: (412) 600-0675.

Event Day: Wednesday, July 14th
Event Location: Golden Triangle Bicycle Rentals, Downtown
Event Time: 6:30pm until 9:00pm
Cost: $35

July 14th – Trailbike Excursions

To sign up for this event, call Venture Outdoors at: (412) 255-0564.

Event Day: Wednesday, July 14th
Event Location: Boyce Park, Plum
Event Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $12 Venture Outdoors Members, $15 All Others

July 20th – Urban Bike Tour of Pittsburgh’s Riverfront Trails

This event is sponsored by Venture Outdoors (www.ventureoutdoors.org). Pittsburgh has bike trails along all three rivers – really! – but it takes a knowledgeable guide to connect them smoothly. You can expect a great tour of the city and its riverfronts with plenty of interesting stops along the way. Bring a daypack, water and snacks. 2 hours of easy peddling, with stops along the way.

To sign up for this event, call Venture Outdoors at: (412) 255-0564.

Event Day: Tuesday, July 20th
Event Location: Washington’s Landing, first parking lot on the left
Event Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Cost: $12 Venture Outdoors Members, $15 All Others

July 21st – Pittsburgh’s First Tour de France Night!

This event is sponsored through the cooperative efforts of the Fischer Scientific Cycling Team, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to raise awareness of and promote participation in Pittsburgh’s many charity-related cycling events.

For the first time in Pittsburgh, a premier sports bar dedicated to a night of cycling! Join us to watch the exciting time trial up the l’Alpe d’Huez on the big screens! Cheer Lance along as he goes for an unprecedented 6th Tour victory.

This is an opportunity for us to get together and show how many cyclists there are in the Pittsburgh area and how committed we are to the sport and to our community. Competetive cyclist, recreational riders and charity ride enthusiasts are all welcome! Sports Rock has a great menu – bring the entire family.

All main screens will be tuned to OLN-TV’s broadcast of Stage #16. Half-price appetizers and 50-cent drinks from 8:00pm-10:00pm. Complimentary light Hors d’Oeuvres. Show your colors! Wear your team jersey or cycling T-Shirt! Questions? Email: (Cyciling.Team@FisherSci.com).

Event Day: Wednesday, July 21st
Event Location: Sports Rack Cafe, 1400 Smallman (in the Strip)
Event Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pm
Cost: $FREE!

July 24th – Trailbike Excursions

To sign up for this event, call Venture Outdoors at: (412) 255-0564.

Event Day: Saturday, July 24th
Event Location: Stavich Trail, New Castle
Event Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $12 Venture Outdoors Members, $15 All Others

July 24th – Biking Rail-Trails: Intermediate Training Rides

This event is sponsored by Venture Outdoors (www.ventureoutdoors.org). Each month this spring and summer, Venture Outdoors is offering rail-trail cycling trips for the intermediate cyclist. The trips will increase in length and duration to get the participants ready for an overnight cycling trip scheduled for September. Venture Outdoros will lead discussions on related topics during these rides to get cyclists better prepared for the September trip. The topics will include riding techniques, equipment selection, training exercises, nutrition and hydration. The group will be split based on pace: Group one is for cyclists who can average 10-11 mph on flat terrain. Group two is for cyclists who can average 15-16 mph on flat terrain. The overnight cycling trip will be on September 18th and 19th from Boston, PA to Meyersdale, PA on the Youghiogheny River Trail, a distance of approximately 100 miles.

To sign up for this event, call Venture Outdoors at: (412) 255-0564.

Event Day: Saturday, July 24th
Event Location: Franklin
Event Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $10 Venture Outdoors Members, $12 All Others

July 24th-25th – Keystone Country Ride

This event is sponsored by and benefits The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.nationalmssociety.org). The Keystone Country Ride is a two-day loop that runs over 150-miles of scenic back roads. The Bike Tour will begin Saturday morning, July 24th, with cyclists gathering at Hollidaysburg Area High School in Hollidaysburg, PA (two miles outside of Altoona). Cyclists will travel scenic back roads and rolling hills to University Park, PA where they lodge overnight at Toftrees Resort, Spring Hills, Hampton Inn or Holiday Inn Express.

You can register as an individual or as a team member. Each cyclist agrees to raise a minimum of $200 in pledges in order to participate. Prizes are awarded based on amount of pledges raised for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

For complete details, visit: (www.nationalmssociety.org/pax/event/event_detail.asp?e=8197).

Event Day: Saturday, July 24th to Sunday, July 25th
Event Location: Hollidaysburg, PA (just outside of Altoona)
Cost: $20 (Minimum $200 in pledges requested)

Post the miles that you ride on the Bike Pittsburgh website in the Community & Classifieds area! Just send us your monthly mileage, and if you want your name to be available as an email link to: miles@Bike-Pgh.org

Become A Member! Bike Pittsburgh is Western Pennsylvania’s only cycling advocacy, awareness, and safety organization. We rely on your support for many of our activties and initiatives. You can help us to continually transform the Pittsburgh Region into a better place to cycle by becoming a Member starting at $25 per year ($15 for Students). With your tax-deductible Membership Donation you will receive a Membership Card good for discounts with participating organizations that share Bike Pittsburgh’s vision, priority invitations and/or discounts to special Bike Pittsburgh-sponsored events, and the satisfaction that you really are helping to make a difference for all of us. For complete details, go to the Bike Pittsburgh website: http://www.Bike-Pgh.org and click on the Become A Member! section.

“The Bike Pittsburgh Leader” is an electronic newsletter published about every three weeks. Previous issues of “The Bike Pittsburgh Leader” can be found on the Bike Pittsburgh website in the section called “The Leader”. Bike Pittsburgh, Inc. does not rent, sell, or make available any personal information, including email addresses, that you may send to Bike Pittsburgh. If you would like to be removed from the distribution list, simply email: remove@Bike-Pgh.org and request to be removed.soft porn clip asia 100 porn asian asian porn forums amateur amatuer dvd porn asian anaimal porn asian vids porn forum asian anal porn and asian lesbian porn asian free ass Map

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