Coastin’

Our next club meeting will be at 6:30 on Monday, October 2, 2000, at Alfred & Charlie’s, 815 S. New Hope Rd, Gastonia.  Newsletter Updates: Call Jeanette or Jerry West at 866-4337.  November newsletter deadline will be October 20th.

 

Ride Schedule 

Monday – start 6:00 – Forestview HS, S. Union Rd, pace: 1st loop: pace of slowest rider; 2nd loop: approx. 16 mph

Tuesday – start 6:00 - Warlick School, Spencer Mountain Road, pace: 17-20 mph, 34 miles

Wednesday – start 6:00 – Forestview HS, S. Union Rd, pace: 17-19 mph, 34 miles

Thursday – start 6:00 - Warlick School, Spencer Mountain Road, pace: 17-20 mph, 28 miles

Sunday – start 9:00 am – Winn Dixie, S. New Hope Road; pace and route determined at ride start

3rd Sundays – start 9:00 am – Bethel Elementary, ride with the Rockhill Cyclists, approx. 50 miles

 

Note: New riders are encouraged to join us on the Monday rides, which include two loops, 11 and 15 miles, respectively.  All riders must wear helmets and an adult must accompany minors.

 

Run Schedule 

Tuesday / Thursdaystart 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-minute 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 – October 8th

Ride Date: Sunday, October 8th                              Distance: 20-, 40- and 60-mile courses

Time: Registration @ 9:00; Start @ 10:00             Contact: Troy Bush  803-831-7007

Place: Crowder’s Mountain State Park

 

Gaston County Cyclists will sponsor our annual Press-On Regardless Ride on Sunday, October 8th.  See the flier enclosed in this newsletter or contact Troy Bush at 803-831-7007.

 

Club Social After Press-On Ride – October 8th

Dinner at the Weants’ house (2150 Wynbourne Drive) on Sunday night at 5:00, after the Press-On Regardless Ride.  R.S.V.P. 865-6193 – need salad fixins, desserts, bread and drinks.  The Weants are providing delicious lasagna.

 

2001 Officer Nominations – October Meeting

Club Officers will be nominated at the October meeting, with voting at the November meeting.

 

New River Trail Weekend

We are planning a weekend in Galax, VA, on October 21-22.  There’s a 5K run on Saturday, 21-Oct, in Galax.  Saturday afternoon and Sunday, we’ll ride the New River Trail.  Details to be worked out…we may drive up Friday night or EARLY Saturday morning.  If interested, call Jim or Paula Weant at 865-6193.

 

Vote for a Fellow Club Member – November 7th

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 263-4542.

Bikes for Christmas – Clean-up & Repair

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

 

New Member News

We had one new member this month, Cecilia Reeves.  Welcome to the club!

 

F * O * R     S * A * L * E

Trek 1220, 47cm, Shimano RSX Triple, Look pedals, ridden approx. 500 miles.  $350.  For more information, call Jerry or Jeanette West at 704-866-4337.

 

Trek 2120 - yellow/ carbon color, carbon fiber main frame, 54 cm frame size, Shimano 105 24 speed triple, new drive line in May ‘00, clipless pedals - $595.00 - call Jim Weant - 865 6193.

 

Raleigh 700 - white, 54mm frame size, aluminum with carbon fiber fork, less than 20 lbs., 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

Sunrise 10K, Morganton, 09-Sep: Paula Weant 49:40

Greekfest 5K, Dilworth, 09-Sep: Jeanette West 25:05

 

Upcoming Running / Cycling Events

 

23-Sep  Great American Cross Country Fest, McAlpine Park, Lake Wylie  704-358-0713  www.runcharlotte.com

23-Sep  Asheville Citizen-Time Half Marathon, Asheville  www.citizen-times.com

23-Sep  Loop the Nuke 5K, Cataba Nuclear Station, SC  803-802-7199 

30-Sep  NorthFest 15K & 5K, Lake Norman  704-358-0713  www.runcharlotte.com

30-Sep  Mint Hill Madness 5K, Mint Hill, NC  704-358-0713  www.runcharlotte.com

01-Oct  Duke Liver Center Half Ironman Triathlon, Raleigh  910-458-0299

07-Oct  Race for the Cure 5K, Uptown Charlotte  704-358-0713  www.runcharlotte.com

08-Oct  Press On Regardless Ride, Gaston County Cyclists  Troy Bush 803-831-7007

14-Oct  St. Michael’s Fun Fair 5K, Gastonia  867-6212

28-Oct  Autumn Leaves 5K, Manzetti’s Southpark  704-358-0713  www.runcharlotte.com

28-Oct  Great Pumpkin 5K, Rock Hill, SC  803-327-5327

28-Oct  Bridge & Trestle Run 17-mile, Damascus, VA

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

03-Dec Fulcrum Raleigh Marathon, Raleigh  www.raleighmarathon.com