July 11 Ride

Riders,

Back by popular demand… the ride of the week, the SVR!!!! Yes, a group of riders will gather at the parking lot of New Springs for the official rollout time of 0800. Some time zones call it 8'ish... Although there has been an attempt to highjack the ride route…we’ll make every attempt to stay the course… the same course from the beginning so many years ago… the same course founded by Mr. Vance NameSake, Mr. Rick Retirement and Mr. Ken IMFL SC Fast-Man.

There must be something in the air, because last week, we set an all time record for participants… some 20+ riders pulled out at 0800… we had a few new riders (like Nathan) and a few riders we haven't seen in a while (like Jeff who use to ride with Tony.. speaking of Tony.. where have you been???)... we met a group of 10+ riders at Mac’s… (the wine tasters.. who have been logging some big miles... up Marion!!!!) It was nice to see our own little peleton hammering up the road…

Of note, there will be a small expeditionary force who’ll gather to start riding at 0600 ( I know... that's actually before sunrise...) to log a few extra miles… some riders have a goal of 80 miles.. and others are shooting for a full century… the US kind for 100 miles!!!! Of note, if the expeditionary force has not returned to the start by the official rollout time of 0800.. (aka 8ish) PLEASE LEAVE WITHOUT THEM…TAKE NO PRISONERS… they’ll be obligated to track the main group down…

Best of luck to those racing in Chattanooga, … those traveling… and those who cannot be with us for various reasons…. and special props to our own CR1 Scott Shuey who's "taking no prisoners" at MD Anderson!!!! and Props to his wife and girls for making and outstanding meatloaf... AND for "smuggling" it past the nurses station.. NO JOKE... real renegades!!!

Okay, this art work in honor of one IRONMIKE WHALEY.. he sports that tat.. ask him to see it... and here's a word about my "crazy Ivan" last week.. I was under the influence.. so, I caved in to start riding at the BOTTOM of the hour.. aka 0630.. so, this weekend, I'm making amends... and starting at the TOP of the hour... so, I'm getting back to my old habits.. so, join me at the unbelievable hour of 6am to ride... no kidding..

See ya on the road!