2011 December SloCoaster

S A N L U I S O B I S P O B I C Y C L E C L U B

SLO Coaster

President’s Messageby Robert Fuller Davis

Wonk Alert! – I’m writing this month about bike policy and legislation. If that is not your cup of tea, skip ahead. Dave Abrecht, Dale Sutliff and I attended the California Bike Summit in Los Angeles last weekend. Dan Rivoire and Leslie Bloom of SLO County Bike Coalition also attended. California Bike Coalition (CBC) put the summit together, the first ever meeting of bicycle advocates from all over the state to work on carving out a strategic direction for the future. CBC is trying to resurrect itself from a period of relative inactivity and wants to be our representative and lobbyist in Sacramento. Participants at the summit discussed and voted on popular issues to tackle during the coming year. Top vote-getters included mandatory Bike Education in public schools, pushing for enactment of Complete Streets design policies, increasing gas tax to support bike facilities and working to get Caltrans to relax a little bit and to embrace the bicycling community.

CBC wants to establish credibility with us, the local bicycling organizations. They want us to have confidence that they are effective lobbyists in Sacramento for our issues and that they will efficiently communicate with us about proposed legislation. Their most recent effort, to pass AB910 (Lowenthal) to establish a 3-foot passing distance for cyclists, was vetoed by Governor Brown. It did pass both houses of the legislature, a significant achievement. The governor, though, chose to listen to leaders from the Auto Club who told him that the bill would decrease highway safety for – get ready – motorists. CBC will try to re-introduce the bill and to devise a strategy to get AAA and the governor on board. Randy Neufeld, whose job at SRAM is to give away $2 million a year to bicycling organizations and who is always the most popular guy in the room, made these suggestions to Dave Snyder, Executive Director of CBC, “Don't compromise on the 3-foot bill. The maintenance of a mutually respectful relationship between AAA and the CBC is

dependent upon us not caving in. The value of a compromised bill is dubious from a policy perspective. “Second, find something we can work together with AAA on, to show that our refusal to compromise on SB 910 is not to pick a fight with them but is based on a sound commitment to bicycle safety.” I can think of a couple of ways to respond to AAA from an individual viewpoint. If you’re a AAA member, you can make a statement by leaving the organization and telling them why. Another way, and my preference, is to continue my membership and to work from within to change their mind. I have written to Tom McKernan, CEO, and told him that I am both a motorist and a bicyclist and I would feel safer riding my bicycle on public roads if AAA would support the 3-foot passing bill. His address at Westways magazine is PO Box 25222, Santa Ana, CA 92799-5222. I think we’ll hear more from CBC in the near future and I will keep you informed. It will be good to have effective representation in Sacramento for bicycling.

Promoting safe and legal bicycle riding for recreation and transportation

Ride Calendarthe latest on this month’s ridesPages 6 & 7Ride Locations &Ride Coordinator’s Report Page 8

Advocate’s ReportPage 14

PenEarPage 15

December PotluckBack Page

Spring Adventure Page 9Aerodynamic Helmetmeditations on cyclingMembership ReportPage 10

Meeting Minutes

Last month’s General meeting and Board of Directors minutes.Pages 4 & 5

Contact usHow to contact us and submit articles & picturesPage 2Friends Like ThesePage 3

A Monthly Newsletter December, 2011

HistorianA look into our pastHoliday DonationsPage 11

2012 Budget Page 12 & 13


2 SLO Coaster Volume 43 Issue 12 - December, 2011

SLO CoasterEditor: Tim Long

The SLO Coaster is the monthly newsletter of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club. It is distributed to members, local bicycle shops and some bicycle organizations. Subscriptions are not available to nonmembers.All articles, letters, stories of bicycling experiences, appropriate classified ads, artwork etc, are welcome.The editor reserves the right to edit or reject material.Each article is the opinion of its author and does not necessarily represent the opinion or endorsement of the SLOBC or the editor.An online version of the newsletter is produced, so indicate any submitted material that you do not want to appear in the online edition.Submittal GuidelinesAll materials are due no later than 8:00 a.m. on the 15th of each month. Nothing will be accepted verbally. All materials should be emailed to Tim Long at [email protected]. Complete submittal guidelines are found on the club website. www.slobc.org/resources/support/newsletter-guidelines.html

SLOBC MeetingsMonthly MeetingsBoard of Directors Meeting: Tuesday before the General Meeting (5:00 PM)Location: Air Pollution Control District meeting room, 3433 Roberto Court (SLO). All Club members are welcome to attend Board meetings.

General Membership Meeting: First Thursday (7:00 PM)Location: County Library, 995 Palm, downtown San Luis Obispo. Refreshments are served starting at 7:00 p.m., Meeting begins at 7:15 p.m. June and December meetings differ.

Board of DirectorsPresident Vice PresidentTreasurerSecretaryRide CoordinatorMembership DirectorAdvocateHistorianNewsletter EditorSafety DirectorDirector-at-LargePast President

Robert Fuller DavisTom RobertsChris BroomeCraig ArmstrongJeff KahnRobert LindquistDale SutliffJanie GoldenbergTim LongKen PriceSandra PittFrank Mullin

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Tom Tidyman, irregular member of the Baywood Vacillaters

How “On God’s Green Earth” did I find myself flying down this terrifying road on my bike, and me a senior citizen. Oh yeah my bicycling “friends” said, ‘Hey it’s a beautiful day and we’ll be there with you all the way. It’s just a short climb called “the wall” and then down hill all the way to Cambria and lunch.” And of course there was a little, “ What’s the matter Tommy? Kind’a chicken?” There I was anyway; white knuckles, hands painfully squeezing the brake levers, being thrown all over by the holes in the pavement. My “better judgement” had left me at the rest stop. I had made it to the top of Old Creek Road. That had been my goal for months. This was the Lighthouse Century pre-ride and I was determined to do the hilly century in a week’s time with my younger brother, the one that lives in the Oakland hills and rides them regularly.

So I wanted to ride Old Creek at least once before the real thing. From the rest stop we planned to coast down 46 to Highway One and Cambria. Then while downing some delicious treats, someone suggested Santa Rosa Creek Road. A saying I had heard earlier came to mind. “ Women are smart and men are men.” Unfortunately we didn’t have any women with us. So there I was not even trying to keep up with my “friends”, just trying to survive. My handlebars started to wobble uncontrollably from my own fearful shaking. The road was going in and out of the shade and it was difficult to see the holes in the pavement and the rocks that came out of them. The downhill curves and switch backs seemed to go on forever. The wheels were too hot to touch from the braking friction. Gradually the road leveled out, the surface got better, and as my peripheral vision returned I could enjoy the pastoral scenery and more signs of civilization appeared. At Highway One in Cambria my “friends” said, “ Hey let’s ride up Highway One a little further.” “Not me”, I said. “I’m headed for the lunch stop.” The next weekend the Lighthouse Hilly Century went off without a hitch. Old Creek was old news and coasting down 46 was easy but for the cold wet fog. My brother had three flats and had to be given a ride back to the lunch stop. For me the “death defying” ride down Santa Rosa Creek Road of the previous week was but a “fond” memory. Special thanks to Michael, Gary, and Brian.

With friends like these.....



Minutes of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club General Meeting

San Luis Obispo Library Community Room

995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo CAThursday, November 3, 2011 7:15 p.m.

submitted by Craig Armstrong

President Davis called the meeting to order at 7:15 PM.

President Davis thanked Gary Havas and Anne Kelly for serving as greeters and Kathy Cohon, Kathleen McHugh, John Long, Corry van Boheemen, and Gail Vanderlinde for providing refreshments.

Jaleah Brynn and Kathy Cohon asked members to consider making donations of disposable food service items to the Prado Day Center.

Vicki Backman presented a program covering her preparation for and participation in the 2011 Paris-Brest-Paris ride.

The minutes of the October 6, 2011 meeting were approved.

President Davis noted that the club had received the following correspondence: a thank you from Hector Rizo for keeping the lunch stop open for the last three riders in the Lighthouse, a thank you from the Sheriff’s office for supporting their bicycle program, a thank you from the MB 4th Committee for supporting the July 4th bike parade, a thank you from the Prado Day Center for the club’s $2,000 contribution, and a request from the Sheriff’s office for donations of bicycles for their Christmas Bike Program.

Chris Broome reported that the club’s assets totaled $181,420 and noted that the club had established a $40,000 reserve for capital projects. The budget for 2012 will be included in the December SLO Coaster and will be submitted to the membership for approval at the December pot-luck. (see budget details on pages 12 & 13)

Dan Rivoire reported that the Bike Coalition had participated in numerous activities and events in the past month. The focus of a number of activities was on bike education, and the Coalition is working to expand the number of educational workshops for kids.

Ken Price asked club members to describe lessons learned from bike mishaps and emphasized that it was important to pay attention and be fully aware of what is going on around you while riding.

Will Benedict reminded members to begin thinking about designs for the 2012 Lighthouse jersey.

Jeff Kahn reminded members of the New Years Day ride from Shamel Park in Cambria. Janie Goldenberg noted that the 3rd annual Tortoises’ New Years ride would be starting from their house.

Dale Sutliff asked members to send him emails concerning any unmet bicycling needs by early December. He also asked that members advise him as to any positive cycling related accomplishments so that the appropriate parties can be acknowledged for their support.

Janie Goldenberg advised members regarding a new bike repair service that offers pick-up and delivery service. She had also prepared a presentation with photos of former SLOBC boards.

Gary Havas reported that a number of volunteer positions (including Captain of clothing sales) are still open. He also noted that the Wildflower pre-ride will include the Pozo loop for those who may be interested.

Frank Mullin reported that elections are now open and that he will provide a paper ballot to those requesting one.

The meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:50 PM.

Minutes of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club Special Board Meeting

Thursday November 3, 2011

Board members participating via email: Robert Fuller Davis, Tom Roberts, Craig Armstrong, Chris Broome, Frank Mullin, Tim Long, Dale Sutliff, Janie Goldenberg, and Sandy Pitt. A quorum being available, Pres. Davis opened the meeting.

Chris Broome had distributed updated versions of the proposed 2012 budget and contributions schedule which incorporated the changes discussed and approved at the November 1 Board meeting. Subsequently, the updated version was revised to cancel the $1,000 contribution designated for support of the Tour of California and to transfer that amount to the provision for unplanned contributions (so that total budgeted contributions remained the same). Following the appropriate motion, the budget was approved and will be presented to and voted on by the membership at the December General Meeting (MSC:Broome/Pitt).

Following the vote, the meeting was adjourned.



Minutes of the San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club Board Meeting

Air Pollution Control District Auditorium3433 Roberto Court, San Luis Obispo CA

Tuesday, November 1, 2011 5 p.m.submitted by Craig Armstrong

Board members present: Robert Fuller Davis, Tom Roberts, Craig Armstrong, Chris Broome, Frank Mullin, Janie Goldenberg, Jeff Kahn, Tim Long, Sandy Pitt, Ken Price, and Dale Sutliff. A quorum being present, the meeting was convened.

Guests present were Will Benedict, Dave Abrecht, Larry Rutter, Gary Havas, and Martin Howell.

Chris Broome advised that he had a conflict of interest with respect to a contribution request from the SLO Bike Coalition since he was becoming a Coalition board member.

Gary Havas stated that he was considering a possible change to the Wildflower pre-ride route and requested comments from the Board. He will also be requesting comments regarding the route at the November general meeting.

The minutes of the August 30, 2011 meeting were approved (MSC: Roberts/Kahn).

President Davis reported that thank you letters had been received from the Sheriff’s office and from three Lighthouse riders for keeping the lunch stop open for them. Chris Broome reported that as of October 31 club assets totaled $181,420. Year-to-date revenues are approximately $30,000 in excess of year-to-date expenses and contributions are slightly over the budgeted amount.

Jeff Kahn noted that this year’s Indulgence Ride was cancelled due to a lack of participation and questioned whether the ride should be continued. He also suggested that the club should provide some type of awards or incentives for club members who serve as ride leaders. Frank Mullin will form a group to review options for continuing the Indulgence Ride and for rewarding ride leaders.

Larry Rutter reported that due to safety concerns resulting from changes in the Lighthouse route through Morro Bay, consideration was being given to changing the starting point for the Lighthouse in order to avoid the dangerous intersections. A group from SLOBC will be meeting with the Morro Bay High School administration on November 9 to discuss the possibility of using the high school for the ride starting point. As an option, he noted that the club could hire a company to provide traffic management services through Morro Bay at an estimated cost of $4,000.

Chris Broome presented the proposed budget for 2012 and noted that input had been received from a number of individuals. The Board reviewed a list of proposed contributions in detail, and after extensive discussion, several of the proposed contributions were revised. The most significant addition to the contributions budget was a $10,000 increase in the amount allocated for the SLO Bike Coalition; these funds will be used specifically to match up to $10,000 in contributions raised by the Coalition from the public (MSC: Roberts/Price with Broome abstaining). Chris noted that the budget included a provision for a proposed Capital Projects Fund and a provision for a proposed audit. The Board had previously discussed establishing a capital project reserve, and after discussion the Board approved setting up an initial capital projects reserve of $40,000 and budgeting a $5,000 addition to the reserve in 2012 (MSC:Armstrong/Mullin). Dale Sutliff noted that the Board needs to adopt policies and procedures covering the use of the capital project funds, and President Davis will put this item on the January Board meeting agenda. The Board briefly discussed the proposed audit, and Chris Broome and Craig Armstrong will work with the club’s accountants to develop a proposed audit plan and fee estimate.

President Davis noted that he, Dave Abrecht, and Dale Sutliff will be attending the California Bike Summit in Los Angeles the following weekend. The Board approved reimbursing the attendees for the meeting registration fees (MSC:Armstrong/Price).

The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:15 PM.

2012 Elections. If you have not yet voted, please do so at the Vote tab

on the membership web site. Voting will remain open until the end of November.



Ride DetailsCurrent Ride InformationInformation on all Club rides including more detailed ride descriptions and any updates to the Ride Calendar can be found on the club web site www.slobc.org under Ride Calendar.Submitting Ride InformationSubmit ride information to both Jeff Kahn and Frank Mullin to ensure the newsletter's Ride Calendar and web site are accurate.Submit any ride changes to Frank Mullin. This will ensure that the most current ride information can always be found under Ride Calendar at www.slobc.org.

Safe RidingAll cyclists taking part in club rides are expected to contribute to the ride's safety and enjoyment. You can find Safe Cycling Practices and SLOBC Club Ride Best Practices under Safety at www.slobc.org.

Scheduled club rides include both Fixed (Fixed starting location and time) and Variable (Variable starting location and time) events.

Fixed Rides (Rain Cancels)Sunday (9:00 AM) - Arroyo Grande Sunday Ride (B-2).

Andreini's (AG). The length is about 35 miles. If you are riding from SLO, contact me ([email protected]) to see if we can join up. Two popular destinations are Poly Village (SLO) and theTrilogy (Nipomo). Led by Frank Mullin (602-2058).

Sunday (8:30 AM) - Sunday Baywood / Los Osos Ride (B-2).

Show & Go from Nazarene Church (BP). Casual pace to coffee shop in Cayucos with possibility of doing an additional creek based on mutual agreement. Contact person: Jack Robison 772-7748.

Monday (10:00 AM) - Atascadero Breakers (C-4).

Atascadero Zoo. Distance: 35-40 miles. Destinations: Templeton, Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Paso Robles and San Miguel for mid-ride coffee stops. Route sheets and maps distributed via email prior to each ride. Contact leader to get on email distribution. Led by Kevin Matherly ([email protected]).

Monday (10:00 AM) - Atascadero Scramblers (B-3).

Atascadero Zoo. Distance: about 35 miles. Destinations: Santa Margarita, Atascadero and Templeton for the mid-

ride coffee stop. Route sheets / maps distributed via email prior to each ride, none available at the ride start. (See email group page for instructions on joining email groups.) Led by Glenn & Gail Vanderlinde ([email protected]).

Monday (9:00 AM) - Breakaways Mondays (D-3).

Damon Garcia Sports Field. Led by Russ Robinson (781-0903).

Monday (9:00 AM) - Yellowjackets SLO Rides (B-2).

Ben's House (SLO). Ride supports one riding group (pace, 12-14 MPH) to various destinations. Be on time because the rides leave at the scheduled time. Led by Ben Patrick (543-2803).

Tuesday (8:30 AM) - Baywood Vacillators (B-2/3).

Show & Go from Nazarene Church (BP). Group decides on a coffee shop destination in San Luis Obispo or Avila Beach by mutual agreement. Ride normally breaks into a faster and slower group. Contact person: Marina Michel 528-1732.

Wednesday (10:00 AM) - Templeton Breakers (C-4).

Templeton Park. Distance: 35-40 miles. Destinations: Templeton, Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Paso Robles and San Miguel for mid-ride coffee stops. Route sheets and maps distributed via email prior to each ride. Contact leader to get on email distribution. Led by George DiMundo ([email protected]).

Wednesday (10:00 AM) - Templeton Scramblers (B-2).

Templeton Park. Distance: about 35 miles. Destinations: Santa Margarita, Atascadero and Templeton for the mid-ride coffee stop. Route sheets / maps distributed via email prior to each ride, none available at the ride start. (See email group page for instructions on joining email groups.) Led by Patti & Bill VanOrden ([email protected]).

Thursday (8:30 AM) - Baywood / Los Osos Ride (B-2).

Show & Go from Nazarene Church (BP). Casual pace to coffee shop in Cayucos with possibility of doing an additional creek based on mutual agreement. Contact person: Jerry Lundstrom 528-1069.

Friday (9:00 AM) - Breakaways Fridays (D-3).

Bandstand (AG). Led by Larry Bradford (474-8764).

Friday (10:00 AM) - Paso Robles Breakers (C-4).

Marriot Courtyard Hotel. Distance: 35-40 miles. Destinations: Templeton, Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Paso Robles and San Miguel for mid-ride coffee stops. Route sheets and maps distributed via email prior to each ride. Contact leader to get on email distribution. Led by Bill McBride ([email protected]).

Friday (10:00 AM) - Paso Robles Scramblers (B-2).

Marriot Courtyard Hotel. Distance: about 35 miles. Destinations: Santa Margarita, Atascadero and Templeton for the mid-ride coffee stop. Route sheets / maps distributed via email prior to each ride, none available at the ride start. (See email group page for instructions on joining email groups.) Led by Monica Robinson ([email protected]).

Friday (9:00 AM) - Yellowjackets SLO Rides (B-2).

Ben's House (SLO). Ride supports one riding group (pace, 12-14 MPH) to various destinations. Be on time because the rides leave at the scheduled time. Led by Ben Patrick (543-2803).

Saturday (9:00 AM) - Huasna Valley Ride (C-2).

Sixteenth Street Park (GB). Ride to Huasna and back, about 40 miles and 1700 feet of climbing. Led by Long Nguyen (481-1688).

Saturday (10:00 AM) - King City Hillbillies (B-3/4).

Starbucks (King City). Distances 30 to 50 miles. Destinations: Mountains to left of us, mountains to the right of us, or runs down the valley to San Ardo and other cultural attractions. Water and snacks are available at Starbucks. Led by Chuck Krause or Ralph Lee ([email protected]).

Saturday (8:00 AM) - Slabtown Rollers (C-4).Sotheby's Realty (Cambria). Variable itinerary, call for details. Led by Tom Parsons (927-5514).Saturday (9:00 AM) - SLO Velo (C-3).The rides are designed for the intermediate rider who is comfortable riding a 15+ mph pace on 40 - 55 mile routes. The starting location on the first Saturday of each month will be variable. More information at web page.

























Saturday (10:00 AM) - Wanderers (B-3).

Variable. The new ride is a sub ride of the Ramblers and Scramblers. Pace will be moderate and distance 30 to 40 miles. Start times will be the same as other rides. The starting location will vary from week to week. The routes will be primarily outside of the north county area and different than the routes normally ridden by Ramblers and Scramblers. The terrain will be varied. As we are always looking for new routes, we are eager for your suggestions! Contact the ride leader to find out the starting location. Led by John Kaiser ([email protected]).

Variable Rides (Rain Cancels)Be sure to check our website (www.slobc.org) for late changes to these ridesWednesday (9:00 AM) - Flyers (D-3).

These rides are tailored for people wanting faster paced rides with some pace line riding.

7 Santa Margarita Park. Led by Glenn Vanderlinde (466-4221). Starts at 10:00 AM.

14 French Park (SLO). Led by Bill Goodger (782-9197).

21 Bob Jones Trail Head. Led by Steve Vines (202-8114).

28 French Park (SLO). Led by Russ Robinson (781-0903).

Wednesday (9:00 AM) - Frequent Feeders (B-2).

This a a social group which rides at a moderate pace with regular regroups and a very social coffee break midway through the ride.

7 Laguna Lake Park (SLO). Led by Harvey Cohon (594-1249).

14 State Park Marina (MB). Led by Joan Petersen (772-2604).

21 Bandstand (AG). Led by Arlene Winn (781-9466).

28 French Park (SLO). Led by Chuck Wheeler (541-1240).

Wednesday (9:00 AM) - SLO Pokes (A-2).

These rides are tailored for riders wanting to average no more than 12 miles per hour.

7 Hardie Park (Cayucos). Ride to Cambria for coffee and return. Led by Val Barboza (264-5901).

14 Beach Ramp (GB). Ride to Avila Beach for coffee. Return via Monarch grove in Pismo. Led by Peggy Coon (904-6050).

21 Meadow Park (SLO). Ride to Avila Beach and coffee. Led by Bob Tuman (978-621-1417).

28 Lila Keiser Park (MB). Rode to Villa Creek Canyon, coffee at Old Cayucos Bakery. Led by Patricia and Hans-Henning Boerst (534-9660).

Friday (9:00 AM) - Tortoises (A-1).This group is intended for people that just want to get out for a short, easy, slow ride. We will ride about 10 to15 miles and average 10 miles per hour. We will also try to minimize hill climbing. A coffee stop is included.

2 Tom Jermin Park. A West Templeton Ramble. Led by Bob Behnke (239-4042).

9 Dinosaur Caves Park (SB). Ride to Port San Luis. Led by Bob Briscoe (489-5621).

16 Bob Jones Trail Head. Do a different tour of the Avila Valley area. Led by Bob Campbell (439-1784).

23 Lila Keiser Park (MB). Ride to Cayucos. Led by Bob Tuman (978-621-1417).

30 Santa Margarita Park. Ride to KOA near Lake Santa Margarita. Led by Bob Young (489-4755).

Saturday, December 3 - Wandering with Will (B-3).

Ride into the countryside averaging about 12 mph. We will often do favorite rides from our web site. No one lost from view or left behind. Lunch after for those who want to join in. When: First Saturday (Saturday after the club meeting) of each month (Rain Cancels) Contact Will Benedict (544-3504) for more information. French Park (SLO). Do Hi Mountain Favorite Ride -- about 44 miles with 2200 feet of climbing.

Sunday, January 1 (9:00 AM) - New Year's Day Ride (B-2).

Shamel Park (Cambria). Shamel Park (Cambria). Join us for our annual club ride to the Ragged Point Inn. The pace will be modest; no one left behind. Led by Jeff Kahn (559-824-8309).

Sunday, January 1 (9:00 AM) - New Year's Tortoise Ride (A-1).

Goldenbergs House. Join the Third Annual New Year's Day Tortoise Ride which will conclude with a potluck lunch (with soup, utensils, and drinks provided). Bring something to share. Even if you aren't an "Official Tortoise", join us for a casual 15 mile ride, with a coffee stop in the middle. RSVP (544-4720 or [email protected] or when you see us) so that we know how much soup to make. If it rains, we will take a walk and then have lunch. Led by Stu & Janie Goldenberg (544-4720).

Pace Description Terrain Description

AAVery Slow

Less than 10 mph. Regroups often. Waits for slowest rider.

1 Generally Flat

A Slow 9 to 12 mph average. Regroups occasionally. (SLO Pokes)

2 Easy Grades Some Hills

B Moderate 12 to 15 mph average. Regroups every 30 minutes. Waits for slower riders. (Frequent Feeders)

3 Rolling Hills (North County Hills - Peachy Cyn)

C Brisk 14 to 17 mph average. Regroups every 30-45 minutes. Waits for slower riders (Flyers)

4 Hard Hills (Hwy. 46 - coast to Paso Robles)

D Fast Averages over 16 mph. Requires experienced riders and pace line riding. (Tuesday Night Rides)

5 Very Challenging Hills









Directions to Starting LocationsAndreini's (AG)

Take 101 to Arroyo Grande, exit Grand exit, left 0.3 miles to Andreini's on left. Park in lot to the right.

Atascadero ZooTake 101 north from San Luis Obispo to

Atascadero, take the Santa Rosa exit (218A), turn left on to Santa Rosa Rd for 1.4 miles, turn right on Highway 41, continue 0.2 miles to zoo on right.

Bandstand (AG)Take 101 to Grand exit in Arroyo Grande. Turn

east 0.2 miles to Traffic Way, right 0.2 miles to Nelson St, left 0.1 miles to Short Street. Park on street.

Beach Ramp (GB)End of Grand in Grover Beach. Take 101 to

Highway 1 off ramp in Pismo Beach. Go south 1 mile to Grand Avenue. Turn right into and go to the parking area.

Ben's House (SLO)Take 101 to Los Osos Valley Road. Go east 0.5

mile to Higuera, left 0.4 mile to Tank Farm Rd, right 1.9 miles to Poinsettia St, right 0.1 mile to Alyssum Court, left one house -- Ben's house is first on left.

Bob Jones Trail HeadTake 101 toward the five cities. Exit at San

Luis Bay drive. Go left on Ontario for 0.8 miles. Park in the lot on your left.

Damon Garcia Sports FieldTake 101 to Los Osos Valley Road exit, east

0.4 miles to Higuera, left 0.2 miles to Tank Farm, right 1.5 miles to Broad, left 0.2

miles to the park on the left (across from Industrial Way).

Dinosaur Caves Park (SB)Take 101 south to Spyglass Drive off ramp, go

right to light, left on Shell Beach Road 1.4 miles to Cliff Avenue, right 0.1 mile to park on left.

French Park (SLO)Take 101 to Los Osos Valley Road. East 0.5

mile to Higuera, left 0.4 mile to Tank Farm Rd, right 1.9 miles to Poinsettia St, right 0.4 miles to Fuller, left 0.1 mile to park (on the left).

Hardie Park (Cayucos)Take 101 to Highway 1. Go west (through

Morro Bay) 19 miles to Cayucos Drive. Go west 0.2 miles to Birch, right to park.

Laguna Lake Park (SLO)Take 101 to Madonna exit in SLO. Going west,

0.7 miles to entrance to Laguna Lake Park on your right. Generally park in second lot to the left (near the bathrooms).

Lila Keiser Park (MB)Go north/west on highway 1 from 101 to

Morro Bay. Take highway 41 off ramp and turn left. Go 0.1 mile and turn left into the park.

Marriot Courtyard HotelTake 101 (north or south) to the Spring St. exit,

turn east onto 1st St, then south (left) onto So. Vine St. Entrance to the hotel parking lot is on your left; park along So. Vine St.

Meadow Park (SLO)Take 101 to Madonna Rd exit in SLO. Go east

0.4 miles to Higuera, left 0.1 mile to South St, right 0.7 mile to Meadow Street, right 0.2 mile to lot on your right.

Nazarene Church (BP)Corner of Santa Ysabel and South Bay Blvd in

Los Osos. From 101, take Los Osos Valley Rd exit. Travel west for 9 miles to South

Bay Blvd. Travel right about 1 mile to light, church is on your right.

Santa Margarita ParkTake 101 to highway 58 off ramp into Santa

Margarita. Follow highway 58 through town and stay on it when it turns to the right. After crossing the tracks, you will find the park to your right.

Sixteenth Street Park (GB)Going southbound on 101 to Pismo Beach,

take Oak Park exit, left on Elcamino Real for 0.3 miles, right on Oak Park for 1.1 miles, right on Mentone and then into park on left.

Sotheby's Realty (Cambria)Take 101 to Highway 1 west, continue 34

miles to Cambria Rd, then turn left onto Main St. Continue 0.4 miles to Sotheby's Realty on the right (east of Main).

Starbucks (King City)Take 101 north to King City. Take the

Broadway off ramp and turn left under the 101 Freeway overpass on to Broadway Circle. Starbucks will be immediately on your left with ample parking.

State Park Marina (MB)Take 101 to Highway 1. Go west 12 miles to

the Los Osos/Baywood Park exit. Left to 0.3 miles to State Park Rd. Right 1.7 miles to marina parking area on the left.

Templeton ParkTake 101 to the Vineyard exit in Templeton.

Turn east for 0.2 miles to Old Country Road, turn left for 0.4 miles to 6th Street. Park is on your right.

Tom Jermin ParkFrom 101 northbound, take Las Tablas Rd exit,

turn left and proceed 0.9 miles to park on left.

Ride Coordinator’s Report by Jeff Kahn

I took a photo of some hives on Toro Creek Road. They are about 50 yards from the roadway. I realize its easy just to drop them near the road, but it puts lots of people at risk.I was lucky enough to be near a hospital when my anaphylactic shock set in. I had never had any reaction or symptoms that might indicate any allergies to bees,

until I did. Had I not gotten to the hospital when I did, I might not be talking about it. That is what is scary. If someone got stung there, as remote as it is, and we didn't have an epi-pen, I'm not confident they would make it to the hospital in time.Just one of many Bee Hives showing up in SLO County as the temps drop across the state. We are the bee storage

location for the winter.



Borrego Springs Road Trip

In March 2012, Dave and Debbie Abrecht are traveling to Borrego Springs and are organizing an SLOBC road trip to ride, hike and enjoy the sunny desert climate. The trip will begin with a dinner gathering.....details to be determined.....on Monday, March 5, 2012. The length of your stay is up to you.

Dave and Debbie will plan and coordinate some group activities and provide cycling route options but club members must make their own reservations for accommodations. If this trip interests you, we suggest you make camping/motel reservations soon; motels, RV parks and campgrounds fill up with "snowbirds" and others who like the desert in early spring.

If you are RVing or camping, some options are Anza Borrego State Park, Palm Canyon Resort and RV Park and The Springs at Borrego Springs RV Resort. Another possibility for you hearty types is to "boondock" at "Peg Leg", a plot of federal BLM land just outside of town.

We are not very familiar with motels in the area but there a number of them and some small B & B's in town. Frank Mullin is researching motels so you might check with him. The link below will take you to the Borrego Springs Chamber of Commerce website which has a great deal of information about lodging.

http://www.borregospringschamber.com/

You might also go to www.yelp.com to find reviews for motels and hotels in Borrego Springs.

Questions? Feel free to call or e-mail Dave at 805.801.9211 or [email protected].

Curious ? Come to Borrego Springs with us and tour the Galleta Meadows sculptures

2012 Elections. If you have not yet voted, please do so at the Vote tab on the membership web site. Voting will remain open

until the end of November.



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The Aerodynamic HelmetBy Stu Goldenberg

We were leading a Tortoise ride around San Luis Obispo and vicinity. We had just arrived at our coffee stop when I realized that my wallet, which I clearly remember putting into a particular pocket in my riding shorts, was missing. How could that be? That pocket has a Velcro closure! My wallet must have fallen out somewhere along the road. One of the other riders joined me in the search for my lost wallet. Never mind the money that I may have lost, it had my Costco card in it. We rode very carefully and slowly on the wrong side of the road, we also walked slowly pushing our bicycles along, we stared at the road, we stared at the gutter, we stared at the shoulder. After a number of miles, my loyal assistant continued his journey to his home because he had an appointment and I continued on my search on my own. I slowly continued toward the beginning point of the ride and then home, still without my wallet and my Costco card. By the time I got home, I had given up. I was certain it fell out somewhere along the ride and someone picked it up, and that person had my Costco card. I entered our home thinking that perhaps I really didn't take my wallet with me, and that I was mistaken, but my wallet wasn't in its normal resting place. My thoughts were that I needed to start calling credit card companies, my banks, and see about getting a replacement driver's license, but first a visit to the loo. As I walked into the loo, there on the floor, under the edge of the vanity, was my beloved wallet complete with my Costco card. It had obviously fallen out of my Velcro sealed pocket prior to leaving for the ride. In order to make certain that I never have to suffer the horror of a lost wallet again, I installed an additional locking device to my wallet pocket. Just a snap, and not a padlock, but a lot more secure than just the Velcro.

Membership Report for December by Bob Lindquist

2011 MEMBERSHIPS EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31ST !!Your expiration date is listed: (1) on the first line of the address label, printed version of the monthly SLO Coaster, and (2) in your membership file on the SLOBC website.

TO RENEW:(1) ONLINE at the SLOBC website (www.slobc.org). Log into the “Members Only” site (password required) to update your information and pay either electronically (PayPal) or send check to: SLOBC c/o Bob Lindquist, 925 Bassi Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405(2) PRINTED FORMS – available at:

•Club meetings •Print form from the SLOBC website: http://www.slobc.org/membership/support/membership-

form.htm. •Contact me and I will send you a printed form.

Bob Lindquist phone: 441-7063, email: [email protected]•Send in a check with your printed form to the above address.

UPDATING YOUR INFORMATION - You can update your personal and contact information on your website at any time if your are an active member. Alternatively, you can send me any changes in your information and I will put them in your personal file.



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Pedaling Through the Past by Janie Goldenberg, Historian Stu pointed out to me that this Pedaling column would be my last as Historian. So, in thinking about what to write, I decided to write a short history of Janie, member of the SLOBC, and Janie, Historian. In doing this, I am going to write a little about Stu (how can I avoid this?!).

Stu and I joined the bike club in 1980. Our kids were getting bigger and we bought a tandem. Our first club event was the 1980 Lighthouse Century. We had trouble with the bike and only rode about 80 miles, but we were proud. At that time a metric century was not offered.

We started volunteering with our kids to work at various stops on the Lighthouse and Wildflower rides, but rarely went to meetings, since we were involved with the County Band, which practiced on Thursday evenings. This was pretty much the way our involvement remained until the mid-1990's.

In 1995, when active member and SLOBC President Wayne Williams died, Penni Powell became President, but decided to go back to school. Stu felt it was his time to step up and volunteered to be President. Later in the 1990's, I became Membership Director. Stu and I were on the board almost continually from this time until present. Besides Membership (sometimes solo and sometimes with Stu), I was co-editor of the Newsletter with Stu.

The first time we were lunch Captains of the Wildflower was in 1993, and we took over the Lighthouse lunch in 1998. I have continued to Co-Captain both lunch stops since then nearly continuously.

When long time Historian Bob Garing decided to step down, I was elected Historian in 2004. I started writing these Pedaling Through the Past columns in February 2004. I appreciate all the help I have received from members who have supplied various "artifacts" for the Historian files. It has been fun to have all the club history at our house and read the old SLO Coasters.

Martin Howell has graciously stepped forward and is running for Historian, 2012. He also has a long history with the club and will make a great Historian.

SPECIAL GATHERING FOR THE PRADO DAY CENTERAs many of us move towards making minimal environmental impact we find we have on hand some things we would prefer not to use but which are useful to others. As requested in the November SLO Coaster we will be bringing our own plates, utensils, cups, etc. and taking them home to wash and reuse. The Prado Day Center does not have dishwashing facility and could really use those Disposable plates, bowls, hot beverage cups, spoons, and forks that we may no longer wish to use. Below is the list of other items for which the Center has expressed a need: Please feel free to bring any of these items,and an unwrapped seasonal gift, if the spirit strikes you, to the December 1st, 2011 Potluck. (We will provide a large box for donations and see that items get to the Center.)• Zipper-type lunch bags, snack bags, and gallon size bags.• Disposable plates, bowls, Hot beverage cups, spoons, and forks, dish soap.• Flip flops or shower shoes (adult sizes)• Razors, feminine hygiene products,• hotel/travel sized shampoo, conditioner, soap and bath towels (new or gently used).• Cold cereal (big boxes), hot cereal (individual packets), margarine/butter, sliced bread, fruit juice, fresh fruit,

cream cheese, coffee, milk lunch snacks.• Phone cards, bus passes, postage stamps, pens.• If you have reusable non plastic folding bags those might> > be appreciated.• And, if you are feeling the Seasonal Spirit add an unwrapped toy for a child or adult.

Thanks for you help. Let's Make A Difference!(Jaleah Brynn, Coordinator, 544 7588, [email protected])Most items available at the Dollar Tree)





2012 Operational Budget$

Income

Club Clothing sales 3,500Lighthouse Ride 119,000Wildflower Ride 120,000Indulgence Ride 1,920Membership Dues 7,000Miscellaneous Income 1,025

Total: 252,445

Expenses

Advocacy 910Adopt A Road 120Club Clothing 3,450Club Programs 500Club Picnic & Potluck 1,000Contributions 69,150Lighthouse Ride 70,000Wildflower Ride 68,500Indulgence Ride 3,000Membership & Directory 1,250Newsletter 5,000Operations 9,300Ride Coordinator 2,750Safety 100Sunshine Fund 140Taxes 6,500Audit fees 4,000Capital Projects Funding 5,000Provision for Reserve 1,775

Total: 252,445

2012 BudgetBy Chris Broome, Treasurer

At their November 1st meeting, the Board reviewed the proposed 2012 Contributions and Operational budgets as shown below and approved them for presentation to the SLOBC membership. A membership vote on these budgets is scheduled for the December 2011 General Meeting.



2012 Contributions Budget2012 Contributions Budget$

Planned:

Arroyo Grande Police Dept. - 2 bicyclesArroyo Grande Police Dept. - 2 bicycles 1,500Cal Poly Amateur Radio ClubCal Poly Amateur Radio Club 500Cal Poly International Student Bike ProgramCal Poly International Student Bike Program 500Cal Poly Wheelmen ScholarshipsCal Poly Wheelmen Scholarships 4,000CCCMB 3,000Creston 4H 300Creston Classic RodeoCreston Classic Rodeo 1,000Creston Elementary SchoolCreston Elementary School 2,500Creston PTACreston PTA 200Lioness Club of Cayucos, or alternate Cayucos recipientLioness Club of Cayucos, or alternate Cayucos recipient 1,000Morro Bay 4thMorro Bay 4th 500Morro Bay Community VolunteersMorro Bay Community Volunteers 200Morro Coast Audubon Society - Sweet Springs Bike RackMorro Coast Audubon Society - Sweet Springs Bike Rack 1,250Piedras Blancas Light Station AssociationPiedras Blancas Light Station Association 200Shandon Unified School District ScholarshipsShandon Unified School District Scholarships 3,000Shandon Valley Lions Pool FundShandon Valley Lions Pool Fund 500Sheriff Helmet FundSheriff Helmet Fund 1,000SLO County Bicycle CoalitionSLO County Bicycle Coalition 30,000SLO County Bicycle Coalition - addition for Matching Gift programSLO County Bicycle Coalition - addition for Matching Gift program 10,000SLO County YMCA - Cambria Teen CenterSLO County YMCA - Cambria Teen Center 2,000SLO Regional RideshareSLO Regional Rideshare 1,000SLOECC 500

Total Planned: 64,650

Provision for unplanned contributions:Provision for unplanned contributions:

Kidz Bike Paso (REC Foundation)Kidz Bike Paso (REC Foundation) 500Unplanned 4,000

Total Unplanned: 4,500

Budget Notes

The contributions for the 2012 year increase significantly over 2011 levels due to plans for an increased donation to the San Luis Obispo County Bicycle Coalition, movement of several items that were unplanned in 2011 into the planned a category for 2012 and additional donations to other organizations. The increase in contributions is primarily offset by reducing the allocation to the reserve account, compared to prior years.

The 2012 budget also provides for the additional parking costs that we incur at the Wildflower in Creston and additional Lighthouse costs due to the new routing through Morro Bay. The start locations and routing for future Lighthouse rides are are being reviewed and the Lighthouse component of the budget will be adjusted as necessary. An allocation will also be made in 2012 to the recently created account for Capital Projects.



Advocate’s Report By Dale Sutliff

Send In Your Unmet Bike Needs and,Hooray! For Bike Improvements Made, or In The Making

PLEASE SEND ME ANY BICYCLING NEEDS BY DECEMBER 14 at [email protected]. Please identify whether they are new a facility, a maintenance need, or safety related.

A number of bicycling related projects have been completed, or underway, in recent times. Hooray! for them all. Here are a few of these bike-friendly projects:

- Re-paving of State Park Road through Morro Bay State Park. - Re-paving of the San Ramon over-crossing at Hwy. 101 access in Atascadero.- Re-paving and striping of the Johnson Ave. railroad underpass and Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo.- Completion of the San Luis Obispo Creek to First Street segment of the Bob Jones Trail, with bicycle

crossing signal, Avila Beach.- Completion of the Theater Drive realignment at Hwy. 46, with colored bike lanes, Paso Robles.- SLO County placed over 130 new Share The Road signs along roads mostly without shoulders.- Morro Bay and Atascadero adopted their Bicycle Plans. (Arroyo Grande is now the only community

without one – but it is in the works.)- The SLO County Bike Plan update was adopted.- The City of SLO is currently updating its Bicycle Plan.- Funding of $58,797 was awarded to SLOCOG (SLO Council of Governments) for a feasibility study

for the San Luis Obispo to Morro Bay Bikeway.- Funding has been provided to design and build bike lanes on Vineyard Drive, Templeton.

Club Advocate candidate Dave Abrecht reacts to current Advocate Dale Sutliff’s tales of fighting for bike friendly infrastructure improvements. Or maybe, he’s just reacting to Dale.





PenEarby Mike Balster

The WheelersIf you have met Chuck and Jacque Wheeler, you will agree that the word that describes them best is ‘driven.’ They are both focused and committed to each new endeavor. Jacque had been a runner much of her adult life and knee problems forced her to curtail her passion for running. Chuck suggested cycling and purchased a stationary bike so Jacque could determine if cycling would be a suitable substitute. Jacque was determined to make the stationary bike a part of her regular routine and quickly began logging miles.Chuck grew up in Virginia and began his college career studying Latin and Greek. He wasn’t enamored with teaching Latin and Greek long term, so he enrolled in law school at William and Mary College. Jacque attended Berkley, where her politics changed, and later became a vocational counselor. She has since held many interesting positions, you should talk to her about some of her endeavors.Chuck and Jacque moved to the central coast 32 years ago. A law firm in SLO offered to make Chuck a partner and they moved from Marin County in Northern California. For over 30 years Chuck has been focused on his law firm. He joined the Land Conservancy but after the 4th missed meeting, realized that the time demands of his law office were too great.Jacque has been active in the community and in local politics. Her organizational abilities and ‘can do’ attitude coupled with her commitment to children, drew her to work with CASA (court appointed special advocate). Jacque quickly rose to president of the board and was totally immersed in the organization. Jacque was a founding member of he SLO community Foundation and grew its endowment through fund raising efforts. The foundation now operates on a $21M endowment. She was a grant writer for the local Hospice group and spent a year with the Literacy Council, teaching adults to read. Jacque has been very active with the Mothers for Peace organization and she would be happy to talk to you about her role in the organization.Jacque invested 17 years as a vocational expert in determining social security disability cases. Her task was to

determine if applicants were able to return to full-time work. This proved difficult when a person, who was disabled for some reason in the midst of a professional career and was then required to return to work in a non-skilled position.Chuck handled many RITs of review during his career. This is a request for a review of an appellate court decision due to special circumstances. Often times his legal brief was accepted by the Supreme Court staff as sufficient to ask the appellate court to re-hear the case. On three occasions Chuck argued before the California Supreme Court, this is quite a daunting task; you should ask him to explain his experiences. On all three occasions he won his RIT and the case was re-tried.Jacque met Arlene Winn, another bike club member, 11 years ago and she encouraged Jacque to cycle outside rather

only on the indoor trainer. Jacque bought a mountain bike to test the waters under Arlene’s tutelage. Jacque soon traded her mountain bike for a road bike and they have been cycling together ever since.Chuck and Jacque have been cycling with the club since 1998. Until recently Chuck was seen only occasionally while Jacque would partake frequently. That changed after Chuck’s recent retirement.Chuck and Jacque have cycled in Turkey (along the Mediterranean coast), Croatia, Spain, Italy, Canada, and three times in France.

Several of the rides have been with other club members. Their most exciting ride was in the Dolomites of Italy. Chuck described it as a three hour climb overlooking the Mediterranean followed by a one hour down hill through 21 switch backs. Jacque describes it as a three hour ride uphill in traffic on a narrow road with a steep downhill on wet pavement through 21 switchbacks where cyclists had to take the middle of the road. Both descriptions were exciting but for very different reasons. Chuck would like to return but Jacque would rather not.They have traveled to Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Spain, and Japan. Their favorite vacation spots are Tuscany, Italy and the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. They plan to return to Japan where they lived for a year in 1970. If they could travel anywhere it would be back to Istanbul, Turkey where the food is great and they love Americans.Jacque leads Frequent Feeder rides and they both volunteer for the Wildflower and Lighthouse pre-rides. Chuck and Jacque are interesting, fun, and easy to talk with. Once you engage them in conversation, you will get caught up and won’t want to leave.

contact Mike Balster at [email protected] or 805.474.4251

Jacque & Chuck Wheeler




SLO Coaster Volume 43 Issue 12- December, 2011

San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club, Inc. P.O. Box 1585 San Luis Obispo, CA 93406

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SLOBC Potluck goes International

This year's December Potluck will be held at The Monday Club in San Luis Obispo on 12/1. The potluck continues our goal of celebrating with minimal environmental impact. Everyone is expected to bring what they need and take it home. Bring something to create a festive table setting with your fellow diners. The three most festive tables will be the first three to get their food. The potluck will start at 6:00 p.m. Setup will begin at about 5:30 p.m. If you can come early and help set up tables and chairs it would be great.

Food Assignments to BringA thru G: Dessert (from any of the 5 area categories)H thru L: Salads / Soups (from any of the 5 area categories)M thru Z: Main Course as follows: M N O Y --- selects from Asia/ India/ China; P Q R Z --- gets to try Europe; S T --- has fun with Middle East/ Africa dishes;

U V --- grabs a recipe from the Americas to share; W X --- plays with Indonesia/ Japan/ Pacific Isles

Soft drinks, coffee and tea will be provided by the club. The club will also provide bowls (for the soups, chili, etc.).

Other Things To BringPlateCup/GlassDessert Plate (or use your dinner plate)Fork & Spoon

Location The Monday Club1815 Monterey St.San Luis Obispo, CA

Date & TimeDecember 1st, 20116:00 to 8:00 pm

Documents

2011 December SloCoaster