14 mountain bikers divided themselves into two groups according to experience levels and rode for several hours through Great Brook Farm State Park in Carlisle. The advanced intermediate group started with Julianne North, Katherine Bain, Tom Amiro and Herb Kavet and was led by Tony Lee and Lisa Cheney. The intermediate group began with Carol and Bob Anderson, Mike Hanauer, Bob Apsler and Pat Ward and was led by Margie Lee, Kim Wach and Larry Kornetsky. A few riders peeled off early due to water, energy, bike and time issues. Several also joined the roadies for a picnic lunch after the ride. Riders are to be commended for great attitudes and the consensus was that the group rides were fun. Ten years ago, on September 20, 2006 to be precise, Jerry Green led a Wednesday Wheeler mountain bike ride which introduced Lisa Cheney, Larry Kornetsky and Tony Lee to the sport, and their lives haven’t been the same since. Thanks again, Jerry, and maybe others were similarly inspired today.
Report submitted by Margie & Tony Lee
Road Biking Report
It was a good turnout considering there were actually 4 separate rides today. It’s nice to know that not everyone has gone to the dark side. With only a dozen riders, we were able to get started within a minute or two of 10 am but as we left the park, a latecomer drove up so we waited a few minutes for him to saddle up. It was worth it as he was a valuable addition to the group. Even with the delay, one member of our group was in the restroom and missed our departure. He spent most of the morning trying to catch up to us, finally succeeding after 25 miles! Aside from that, things went well, with many shady roads until we reached Sudbury Rd which is undergoing major construction. If I had known, I would have detoured around it. Lunch at the park was pleasant in the cool shade. Thanks to all the arrows and to Jack for sweeping and taking attendance. – Clyde
Road Riders(15): Marc Baskin, Patrick Brennan, Jim Cant, Jack Donohue, Richard Fortier, Gene Ho, Clyde Kessel, Lindy King, Bill Lane, Bob Mccarty, Jack Mroczkowski, Pat Schindeler, Ilkka Suvanto, Rich Taylor, Roy Westerberg
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| Road riders in front of Clyde's house, three missing |
One rider on the road ride abandoned because the pace was too fast.
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