10/21/2007 8:12 PM
herb wrote:
Ride that was....on Thursday, 10/18. What cold? What wind? How bad could it be if eight SOBS showed up at the Agora for a ride that eventually split off in a few separate directions. A tailwind heading out turned into a blessing upon return. KIT NEWS: Jerseys: 31---19 to go! Shorts : 15---10 to go! Go!Go!Go! We're gonna make it! Reply to this
11/13/2007 5:59 PM
Ian wrote:
Four stalwarts rode the Cochiti loop in close to perfect conditions. Great views of the water channels and a brief visit to the Santa Domingo Pueblo where the request for a coffee shop was met with the answer that the Governor will make you one if you ask him. We didnt persist but waited till the return journey and supped at the Rancho Vielo Industrial park Java shop. Reply to this
11/19/2007 5:23 PM
Herb wrote:
The Tour de Tucson turned out with beautiful weather this weekend .Cool air continued for more than half the 109 miles. A new record of 4:10+ was set eclipsing the 4:13 mark from 2003 as well as a participant record of more than 9,000 riders. Results at Google: Tour de Tucson Reply to this
11/21/2007 5:30 PM
Herb wrote:
Five hearty souls braved the headwind to Madrid. And, unfortunately, after coffee, the group suffered the wind change. But bright sun made the ride right.
Orders in on kits. 36 of 71 SOBs ordered and we had orders from 12 non-members. Special "hats-off" to Devon...being a triplet, she helped raise the SOB totals with gifts of jerseys to the siblings. And also to Joel Stein who arm-twisted the younger generation. Actually, they were probably jealous that the "alte cockers" would have such cool stuff. We'll wait a bit after these arrive no later than mid-February and then send out feelers about long-sleeved stuff. Reply to this
1/6/2008 6:35 AM
Herb Schon wrote:
Weather hasn't be conducive for much riding of late but we have time to anticipate the delivery of our SOB jerseys and shorts. We'll have a general meeting in February to set up the 2008 calender and see what direction the SOBs take. This site, as stated in an e-mail will be our means of communication...those signed up will also receive regular e-mail messages. Ian will offer instructions as to how to sign on. Reply to this
then click the 'blog' link. This will take you to the blog area and on the left hand side of the page at the bottom, you will see a "subscribe" button. Add your email address to the box and Check the "blog" box, then click "subscribe" you will then receive an e-mail each time a new entry is added. You can also add comments or replies directly to the blog. Reply to this
1/6/2008 3:20 PM
Edwin Crosswhite wrote:
Looking forward to seeing everyone in February. I got a digital camera for Christmas and will be taking photos for the web site. Reply to this
4/10/2008 8:34 PM
Ian wrote:
Well the weather didn't exactly cooperate for the first official ride of 2008, which started from Museum Hill. Since snow was falling at the start of the ride, 10 enthusiastic riders elected to ride to the Travel Bug coffee shop and assess the situation from there. After a coffee and Birthday cake in honor of Karen, the weather seemed much better so we headed off down Old Santa Fe Trail with the goal of riding till the cold and sleet stopped us. As it turned out we made our planned destination, the hill before La Canada, where we stopped for a quick photo (see ride photos) before heading back to Museum Hill. All in all a fun ride despite the weather and a nice way to kick off the season. Reply to this
4/24/2008 6:51 PMEdwina wrote:
I am not a cyclist in the same sense as these very fit and wonderfully friendly cyclists, I am the co-owner of Miklo's where on 4/24/08 a group of SOBs stopped for coffee and a pleasant visit. Thank you for finding us! Reply to this
4/25/2008 5:32 AM
Herb Schon wrote:
Regarding the three upcoming Century training rides, I won't be leading them but assume that those participating are familiar with the routes and other details. In the past these rides have proven to be invaluable, particularly for those participating in the 100 mile SF Century. There are no surprises or twists so a ride leader is probably not necessary...just some dedicated participation. Reply to this
5/8/2008 2:37 PM
Ian wrote:
On a cool morning eight off road riders headed out the Spur Trail making for ElDorado. The trip out was pretty uneventful and we made our destination, stopped for coffee at the Agora and headed back down the Rail Trail. It was on the way back that drama struck. First Ramon executed an 8.5 Aerial dive over his handlebars as his pedal struck a massive root. He landed well and suffered only a scratch or two. Next an apparently dead rattlesnake (confirmed as dead by having rocks thrown at his body) came rapidly to life as we rode by him, coiled himself and rattled furiously at our flying feet. Fortunately he missed us all, but we stopped beyond him to gather our breath before heading on. Apart from an assault of rolling tumbleweed near the Community College the rest of the ride was very pleasant and provided a nice intro to our first official off-road ride for 2008. Reply to this
5/31/2008 3:56 PM
Edwin wrote:
The Mora ride was outstanding! We had 6 riders that left from Sapello at 9:30. We regrouped once before Mora where we ate lunch at the Cowboy Kitchen. On the return trip we stopped at the La Cueva Mill for about 20 minutes. The wind was great going out as we hit speeds in excess of 30 mph with no effort. Hwy 518 coming back saw the wind doing all sorts of things but the last 3 miles it was "in your face". Lucky for us this is a long down hill streach at 3% grade so we only had to deal with it for about 15 minutes. The distance was 36 miles and by far the best ride so far this season. Edwin Reply to this
The in-town ride was also a great ride. It was warm and not much wind . There were ten of us. The loop we rode was beautiful. There were flowers and not much traffic. We felt like we were in a totally new area. Two fast riders did a few extra miles and we all met up at the cafe in Aldea for coffee after about 25 miles and then headed back. We rode about 30 miles total and did a fair amount of climbing. I think everyone enjoyed it. Judy Reply to this
6/20/2008 3:32 PM
Edwin wrote:
Our June 19th ride met at the Cities of Gold Casino parking lot in Pojoaque with 22 cyclists and three courses to choose. Route 1 was to Chimyo, 23 miles, route 2 the Santa Cruz loop with a pretty good climb in the 30 mile range and route 3 is to Truchas with some major climbing (tough) the distance is in the 40 mile range.
It was ideal cycling weather, warm with no wind. The group stayed together till the turn off from Hwy 503 to Chimyo. Eight riders left the group for Chimyo. Dave lead a group of six to Truchas and Judy led eight riders on the Santa Cruz loop. Reply to this
7/1/2008 8:20 PM
Ian wrote:
The June 26th riders met at Frank Ortiz Park. We had 15 SOB's riding this Thursday. The group went the opposite way of our usual route through Las Campanas. It was beautiful with sun and no wind. At a certain point, we realized we were missing Adam. Someone said he had a flat and no extra tube. So, three of us, Judy, Robert and Steve went back to try to help him.
The rest of the group went on to La Tierra Road and over Fin del Sendero to Tano Road, out Las Montoyas and back to Ortiz Park. The three of us found Adam with another cyclist, Stewart, who was lending him a tube. Stewart gave us all a changing tire lesson. We headed back to the Park and most of us went to Java Joe's to tell stories about our morning adventures. It was another great SOB ride!
Reported by Judy Costlow, ride leader. Reply to this
The July 10th ride to Galisteo Dam was in 70 degree temperatures, 5 - 7 mph winds (to the east), and cloudy skies. There were 20 riders at the start but Jim came late, Rob and Adam passed us on route to the dam complaining that the e-mailed directions were misleading, which they were. We ended up with 23 riders, our largest turn out of this years cycling season.
Can you remember when a closed road would stop the SOBs from achieving their goal. There isn’t any water in this dam since it really is for flood control. Ian explained the second half of the ride would go to the Cochiti Dam where there is water. Reply to this
8/29/2008 11:36 AM
Bill wrote:
More than 25 riders assembled at the Outlet Mall this morning with fantastic weather and a great ride to Madrid. Several rode up the hill toward Golden. And all enjoyed coffee and talk at the coffee shop for nearly an hour. The speed of the ride was awesome!
The distance for the ride was 40 miles roundtrip.Even though the ride began at an elevation of 6500 and Madrid was about the 6100, we still gained nearly 1300 feet riding over the hills on the way and the climb up to Madrid.
Madrid is an old mining town that is now known for its hippies and artists. Maybe they are the same. But when we arrived, the major TV networks were there to film speeches dedicating the new public toilets that use water for flushing. The porta-potties are still there, but maybe not for long. One of our members, Ian Norrish, was interviewed by ABC Channel 7--film at 10! see the video here: http://www.koat.com/video/17329260/index.html Reply to this
Ride that was....on Thursday, 10/18.
What cold? What wind?
How bad could it be if eight SOBS showed up at the Agora for a ride that eventually split off in a few separate directions. A tailwind heading out turned into a blessing upon return.
KIT NEWS: Jerseys: 31---19 to go!
Shorts : 15---10 to go!
Go!Go!Go! We're gonna make it!
Reply to this
Four stalwarts rode the Cochiti loop in close to perfect conditions. Great views of the water channels and a brief visit to the Santa Domingo Pueblo where the request for a coffee shop was met with the answer that the Governor will make you one if you ask him. We didnt persist but waited till the return journey and supped at the Rancho Vielo Industrial park Java shop.
Reply to this
The Tour de Tucson turned out with beautiful weather this weekend .Cool air continued for more than half the 109 miles. A new record of 4:10+ was set eclipsing the 4:13 mark from 2003 as well as a participant record of more than 9,000 riders. Results at Google: Tour de Tucson
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Five hearty souls braved the headwind to Madrid. And, unfortunately, after coffee, the group suffered the wind change. But bright sun made the ride right.
Orders in on kits. 36 of 71 SOBs ordered and we had orders from 12 non-members. Special "hats-off" to Devon...being a triplet, she helped raise the SOB totals with gifts of jerseys to the siblings. And also to Joel Stein who arm-twisted the younger generation. Actually, they were probably jealous that the "alte cockers" would have such cool stuff. We'll wait a bit after these arrive no later than mid-February and then send out feelers about long-sleeved stuff.
Reply to this
Weather hasn't be conducive for much riding of late but we have time to anticipate the delivery of our SOB jerseys and shorts. We'll have a general meeting in February to set up the 2008 calender and see what direction the SOBs take. This site, as stated in an e-mail will be our means of communication...those signed up will also receive regular e-mail messages. Ian will offer instructions as to how to sign on.
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To get the latest updates automatically, go to the sob website http://www.santafesobs.com
then click the 'blog' link.
This will take you to the blog area and on the left hand side of the page at the bottom, you will see a "subscribe" button.
Add your email address to the box and Check the "blog" box, then click "subscribe" you will then receive an e-mail each time a new entry is added.
You can also add comments or replies directly to the blog.
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Looking forward to seeing everyone in February. I got a digital camera for Christmas and will be taking photos for the web site.
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Well the weather didn't exactly cooperate for the first official ride of 2008, which started from Museum Hill. Since snow was falling at the start of the ride, 10 enthusiastic riders elected to ride to the Travel Bug coffee shop and assess the situation from there. After a coffee and Birthday cake in honor of Karen, the weather seemed much better so we headed off down Old Santa Fe Trail with the goal of riding till the cold and sleet stopped us. As it turned out we made our planned destination, the hill before La Canada, where we stopped for a quick photo (see ride photos) before heading back to Museum Hill.
All in all a fun ride despite the weather and a nice way to kick off the season.
Reply to this
I am not a cyclist in the same sense as these very fit and wonderfully friendly cyclists, I am the co-owner of Miklo's where on 4/24/08 a group of SOBs stopped for coffee and a pleasant visit. Thank you for finding us!
Reply to this
Regarding the three upcoming Century training rides, I won't be leading them but assume that those participating are familiar with the routes and other details. In the past these rides have proven to be invaluable, particularly for those participating in the 100 mile SF Century. There are no surprises or twists so a ride leader is probably not necessary...just some dedicated participation.
Reply to this
On a cool morning eight off road riders headed out the Spur Trail making for ElDorado.
The trip out was pretty uneventful and we made our destination, stopped for coffee at the Agora and headed back down the Rail Trail. It was on the way back that drama struck. First Ramon executed an 8.5 Aerial dive over his handlebars as his pedal struck a massive root. He landed well and suffered only a scratch or two. Next an apparently dead rattlesnake (confirmed as dead by having rocks thrown at his body) came rapidly to life as we rode by him, coiled himself and rattled furiously at our flying feet. Fortunately he missed us all, but we stopped beyond him to gather our breath before heading on.
Apart from an assault of rolling tumbleweed near the Community College the rest of the ride was very pleasant and provided a nice intro to our first official off-road ride for 2008.
Reply to this
The Mora ride was outstanding! We had 6 riders that left from Sapello at 9:30. We regrouped once before Mora where we ate lunch at the Cowboy Kitchen. On the return trip we stopped at the La Cueva Mill for about 20 minutes. The wind was great going out as we hit speeds in excess of 30 mph with no effort. Hwy 518 coming back saw the wind doing all sorts of things but the last 3 miles it was "in your face". Lucky for us this is a long down hill streach at 3% grade so we only had to deal with it for about 15 minutes. The distance was 36 miles and by far the best ride so far this season. Edwin
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Las Campanas/Aldea/Tano loop 5/29/08
The in-town ride was also a great ride. It was warm and not much wind . There were ten of us. The loop we rode was beautiful. There were flowers and not much traffic. We felt like we were in a totally new area. Two fast riders did a few extra miles and we all met up at the cafe in Aldea for coffee after about 25 miles and then headed back. We rode about 30 miles total and did a fair amount of climbing. I think everyone enjoyed it. Judy
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Great ride today around the "two pueblo" loop. We had a group of 20 riders and managed to get on the road before the wind and temps got too high. I have a link here to my Garmin Map of the ride for those inclined to techie maps/data etc.(the confusion finding rt 22 is clearer on the large map)
http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/invitation/email/accept.mb?senderPk.pkValue=168206&unitSystemPkValue=2&episodePk.pkValue=5961399
Finished it all off with coffee at the Lucky Bean.
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Our June 19th ride met at the Cities of Gold Casino parking lot in Pojoaque with 22 cyclists and three courses to choose. Route 1 was to Chimyo, 23 miles, route 2 the Santa Cruz loop with a pretty good climb in the 30 mile range and route 3 is to Truchas with some major climbing (tough) the distance is in the 40 mile range.
It was ideal cycling weather, warm with no wind. The group stayed together till the turn off from Hwy 503 to Chimyo. Eight riders left the group for Chimyo. Dave lead a group of six to Truchas and Judy led eight riders on the Santa Cruz loop.
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The June 26th riders met at Frank Ortiz Park. We had 15 SOB's riding this Thursday. The group went the opposite way of our usual route through Las Campanas. It was beautiful with sun and no wind. At a certain point, we realized we were missing Adam. Someone said he had a flat and no extra tube. So, three of us, Judy, Robert and Steve went back to try to help him.
The rest of the group went on to La Tierra Road and over Fin del Sendero to Tano Road, out Las Montoyas and back to Ortiz Park. The three of us found Adam with another cyclist, Stewart, who was lending him a tube. Stewart gave us all a changing tire lesson. We headed back to the Park and most of us went to Java Joe's to tell stories about our morning adventures. It was another great SOB ride!
Reported by Judy Costlow, ride leader.
Reply to this
Edwin wrote:
The July 10th ride to Galisteo Dam was in 70 degree temperatures, 5 - 7 mph winds (to the east), and cloudy skies. There were 20 riders at the start but Jim came late, Rob and Adam passed us on route to the dam complaining that the e-mailed directions were misleading, which they were. We ended up with 23 riders, our largest turn out of this years cycling season.
Can you remember when a closed road would stop the SOBs from achieving their goal. There isn’t any water in this dam since it really is for flood control. Ian explained the second half of the ride would go to the Cochiti Dam where there is water.
Reply to this
More than 25 riders assembled at the Outlet Mall this morning with fantastic weather and a great ride to Madrid. Several rode up the hill toward Golden. And all enjoyed coffee and talk at the coffee shop for nearly an hour. The speed of the ride was awesome!
The distance for the ride was 40 miles roundtrip.Even though the ride began at an elevation of 6500 and Madrid was about the 6100, we still gained nearly 1300 feet riding over the hills on the way and the climb up to Madrid.
Madrid is an old mining town that is now known for its hippies and artists. Maybe they are the same. But when we arrived, the major TV networks were there to film speeches dedicating the new public toilets that use water for flushing. The porta-potties are still there, but maybe not for long. One of our members, Ian Norrish, was interviewed by ABC Channel 7--film at 10! see the video here: http://www.koat.com/video/17329260/index.html
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