NYBC: Working Toward a More Bicycle-Friendly New York

The New York Bicycling Coalition (NYBC) monitors government activities concerning bicycling and pedestrian issues. The Coalition advocates on behalf of the communities to the NY legislature and state agencies for better bicycling and walking conditions. We provide technical assistance to clubs, non-profit organizations, and local governments working to foster a "Complete Streets" concept of transportation development. This is article is one example of the NYBC's response to the many challenging local transportation situations around the State.

Sometimes we get to ride.

Sometimes we have to drive.

Either way - it's not too bad an idea to carry a camera in NYS in October.

This slideshow shows some photos that I took without really stopping the car or the bike.

Don't let the format drive you crazy - you can click on "View all images" at the bottom and choose what you would like to see and also see the photos in a larger format.

Or just let the slides slide by.

The 2008

BICYCLE RACE FOR SIGHT

Saturday, July 19, 2008

     The "Race For Sight" is a bicycle road race, with A & B fields. The course winds through the gently rolling terrain of the beautiful Susquehanna River Valley near Windsor, New York, and ends with a challenging uphill climb.

A great night for posting fast times. Slight headwind on the way out. Slight tailwind on the way back.

1. Dereck Treadwell 24:25
2. Peter Martin 25:01
3. Dale Beckwith 25:53
4. Ad Stabel 26:09
5. Jeff Lent 27:50
6. Sam Corcoran 27:56
7. John Saphier 28:10
8. Chris Eastman 29:10
9. Dennis Uhlig 30:36
10. Neil Toombs 30:56
11. Bob Thomas 33:19
12. Dan Maskin 34:28
13. Cosby Gibson 34:46
14. Kathy Carey 35:14

After a few brutal days of hot weather the temperatures dropped and was great for
cycling. Slightly windy conditions. A good showing by all that rode.

1. Peter Martin 25:04
2. Dale Beckwith 25:39
3. Dale Rothenberger 27:01
4. Gary Toombs 27:04
5. Colin Eustis 27:45
6. Sam Corcoran 28:07
7. John Saphier 28:29
8. Jeff Lent 28:32
9. Chris Eastman 29:17
10. David White 29:42
11. Neil Toombs 30:54

Cool and windy conditions. Not ideal weather for fast times....but 13 riders
participated in last night's USPP Time Trial and posted good speeds. 10.2 mile out
and back course.

1. Tread Treadwell 24:47
2. Peter Martin 25:57
3. Sam Corcoran 28:07
4. Justin Pedersen 28:46
5. Jeff Lent 29:24
6. John Saphier 29:39
7. Dennis Uhlig 30:26
8. Chris Eastman 30:47
9. Neil Toombs 33:12
10. Kathy Carey 35:13

Every year on the last Sunday in May you can wend your way to the Doubleday Field Parking Lot in Cooperstown, NY to join up with a group of cyclists on their way to Bainbridge.

You can see maps, photos, and read comments at the following site.

http://www.centralnycycling.com/files/bike/Regatta.html

The next USPP Time Trial will be 5-28-08. Come on out and join the fun.

more info about the Time Trials and Hill Climbs can be found at

http://uspp.pbwiki.com Either scroll downn or follow links from the right side of the page.

5-14-08 Results

1. Peter Martin 26:06
2. Gary Toombs 27:36
3. John Saphier 28:41
4. Denny Uhlig 29:53
5. Chris Eastman 30:57
6. Neil Toombs 32:17
7. Grover Cook 33:29
8. Doug Hulbert 35:05

Epic day of racing. Perfect weather. Competitive racing. 2 laps of a great course.
Winning time of 1 Hour 13 Minutes and 30 Seconds.

Last Name First Name Place Category Club
Sherwood Todd 1 Men 3-4-5 RUUD/TVC
Eisel Paul 2 Men 3-4-5 CNYC
Karaz Rich 3 Men 3-4-5 CNYC
Monaco Anthony 4 Men 3-4-5 SCARR/Ommegang
DeAmicis Justin 5 Men 3-4-5 Sonne's Racing
Sentz Nathan 6 Men 3-4-5 Paceline Sports
Drumm Greg 7 Men 3-4-5 SCARR/Ommegang
Blonkowski Tom 8 Men 3-4-5 TVC

Those bringing exact change for their race entry fees will be greeted with
smiles and given lucky race numbers. Check Your Legs RR entry fee is an amazingly low $5. If you need to buy a one day USCF License it's another $10. You can buy
yearly licenses....but you are strongly urged to do that online at www.usacycling.org
The course is in good shape. There will be lots of unhealthy food for everyone after the race. I've rounded up about 10 prizes to give out. Put on your light wheels and get ready to race.