Coastin’

Club Meetings: Our next meeting will be will be at 6:30 on Monday, November 6,, 2000, at Alfred & Charlie's, 815 S. New Hope Rd, Gastonia. The December meeting will be replaced by our Christmas dinner (see below for details).

Newsletter Updates: Contact John Price at 704 867 2669 or at coastineditor@yahoo.com. December newsletter deadline will be November 18^th. Special Request: As this begins my tenure as Coastin' editor, I would greatly appreciate any submissions - especially upcoming events.

Ride Schedule

Wednesday - start 6:30 - Mountain Bike Road Ride, start @ the Weant's, 2150 Wynboume Dr, Gastonia (beg Nov. 1^st)

Saturday - start 10:00 am - Mountain Bike Ride @ Catawba Mtn. Bike Park (beginning Nov. 4^th)

Sunday - start 10:00 am & l:30pm - Road Bike Ride, start @ Forestview H.S., Union Road (beginning Nov. 5^th)

Run Schedule

Tuesday / Thursday - start 6:00 pm — Food Lion on S. New Hope Road near Ashbrook High School. Distance and pace depends on those running, usually 6 miles at a 9-mmute pace. The course can be shortened if you prefer.

Miscellaneous Day Rides

If anyone is interested in riding during weekdays, please contact Jack LaMarre at 869-8631. Max speed 18 mph. Jack would enjoy some company!

Press-On Regardless Ride Results - October 8^th

"Brisk" is the best way to describe the Press On Regardless ride on Sunday, October 8^th! In spite of the cold temperature, we had 48 riders participate, including sixteen club members. We also acquired one new member during registration. Other riders showed up from Gastonia, Statesville, Taylorsville, Monroe, Charlotte, Kings Moimtain, Shelby, Hickory and even Asheville. Everyone said they really enjoyed the ride. A few expressed surprise at the number of hills. Many thanks go to Matt for getting the shelter for us at Crowder's Mountain State Park. Also thanks to Matt and Margot for manning the water stops and to Troy for organizing the ride and providing the rolling sag.

2001 Officer Nominations

We nominated next year's Club Officers at the October meeting and will vote at the November meeting. The nominations are:

President - Jim Weant Treasurer - Melissa Magee Vice President - Reese Wilson Newsletter Editor - John Price

Special thanks to Doug Fleming for serving as Vice President in 2000 and to Jeanette West as Newsletter Editor for 1999 and 2000.

1st Ever Insane Mountain Challenge

Sunday, Nov 5 @ 10:00 am - approxi. 65 miles. Lake James Boat Access on Hwy 126, approximately 10 miles north ot'Morganton. Cost = Free with no support. Course maps will be provided. Information - 828 433 7855

Christmas Dinner - Monday, December 4^th at 7:00pm

This year's Christmas party will be held on Monday, December 4^th, at 7:00pm at Ma-Kel's on Union Road. The party will replace our regular club meeting for December. The menu will include either a steak or fish entree, salad and desert for $23.99 PLUS TIP. If you plan to attend, RSVP to Paula Weant by 17-November at 704-865-6193.

November '00 Newsletter of Gaston County Cyclists/Gaston Road Runners

http://www. cadpath/gccgrr or join our e-group at http://www.egroups.com/group/GastonCycling

Jingle Bell Run / Walk thru McAdenville - Tuesday, December 5^th at 6:30pm

Our annual Jingle Bell Run / Walk will be held on Tuesday, December 5^th, at 6:30pm. The raindate will be Thursday, December 7^th. We'll meet at the Food Lion on Wilkinson Blvd. m Cramerton at 6:15 and start the run at 6:30. The distance is approximately 3 (slow) miles. McAdenville supplies the lights, we supply the noise. Come on out, join the fun and don't forget your jingle bells!

Polar Bear Ride 2001 - Advance Notice - Sunday, January 14^th

The Polar Bear ride for 2001 has been scheduled for Sunday, January 14^th. Further details will be in the December newsletter. If you have any questions, contact Charlene Angel at 704-867-9992.

MS-150 Funds Raised by Members!

Rob Helton and Don Hessler completed the MS-150 on 23-24-September. Rob raised $2,163 and Don raised $1,250. What an incredible job!

Bikes for Christmas - Clean-up & Repair

Dates are not yet firm, but Ron Hutchins will be planning the annual bike clean-up sessions in November. These bikes will be donated to less fortunate children in Gaston County. If you can volunteer, please contact Ron at 827-1234.

New Member News

We had one new member this month. Randy Mullis, from Monroe. Welcome to the club!

Vote for a Fellow Club Member - November 7^th

My name is Melissa Magee and I have been a member of the club for about 6 years and enjoy both running and cycling. I have also been a District Court Judge in Gaston County for 8 years. As a judge, I have always served the citizens of Gaston County to the best of my ability and would like to continue to do so. My experience and dedication are two of the things which make me the best qualified candidate for the job. I would appreciate your vote on November 7,2000. If you would like more information about my qualifications, give me a call at 263^t542.

F*0*R S*A*L*E

Raleigh 700 - white, 54mm frame size, aluminum with carbon fiber fork, less than 20 Ibs., Shimano Ultegra 18 speed, clipless peddles - $725.00 - call Jim Weant - 865 6193.

700 Spinnergy wheels with new tires and choice of freewheel (8 or 9 speed) - $350.00 - call Jim Weant - 865 6193.

Race Results

Bridge to Bridge - Jim Weant 5:51; Troy Bush 5:53; Bill Gintert 5:58; John Price 6:12; Don Burgoon 6:25; Blair

Craig 6:26; Scott Moss 6:37; Ronald Hutchins 6:53; Paula Weant 7:07

Duke Liver Center Half-Iroimian - Ron Hutchins (13.1 -mile run 1:2 3 )/Tim Kerr/Todd Stout - 1^st Place Team; Chris

Baucom (TNA)

Catawba Loop the Nuke 5K - 23-Sep - Troy Bush 20:15; Margot Rott 26:09

MS-150 Ride - 23 & 24-Sep - Rob Helton & Don Hessler 7:50

St Michael's 5K - 14-Oct - Chris Baucom 21:00 (2^nd in Age group; 5^th Overall); Doug Fleming 21:30 (1^st in Age

Group); Chuck Richardson 23:00; Jeanette West 24:07 (3^rd in Age Group)

Upcoming Running / Cycling Events

11 -Nov Dowd YMCA 5K & 1 OK, Dowd YMCA (formerly Central YMCA), Charlotte 704-716-6118

18-Nov RichmondMarathon, Richmond, VA 804-673-RACE

03-Dec Fulcrum Raleigh Marathon, Raleigh http://www.raleighmarathon.com

14-Jan Polar Bear Ride, Gaston County Cyclists, Charlene Angel 704-867-9992