Pedal Talk

The Newsletter of Granite State Wheelers
January / February 2023 Volume 51, Issue 1

Editor's Message

GSW 2023 SEACOAST CENTURY

gsw aNNOUNCEMENTS

CURRENT RIDE SCHEDULE

Thank you to our 2022 Ride Leaders!

Kendall Buck Bernie Fournier Jean Manning
Dan Conery Carl Gurtman Melissa O’Brien
Storm Connors Chris Hallowell Michelle Ruby
Lindsay Collins Ralf Hilber Eugene Smith
Bob Conti Dave Holmander John Straight
Christina Cook Ernie Jeffrey Patty Tompkins
Dave Coughlin Bill Kennedy Tony Verderame
Bruce Dyke Brenda Knight Cathy Yeager
Aaron & Kimmy Ellinwood Joy Kubit
Anne Forzley Ken Leibold

 With your leadership, we had rides in Vermont, Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire!

LATEST GSW RIDE PHOTOS

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Remember to post your GSW ride photos on Meetup to appear in the next online issue of Pedal Talk! 

In This Issue

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Message from the GSW Editor

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GSW Social Schedule

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GSW ANNOUNCEMENTS

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New GSW Members

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GSW Merchandise

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Rail Trail Etiquette

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Safety and Education Notes

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Classified Ads

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49th Seacoast Century

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2023 GSW Mileage Totals

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BWA-NH info

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Club Info At A Glance

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Weekend Events

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NEW HAMPSHIRE’S E-BIKE LAWS

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GSW Sponsors

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ABOUT PEDAL TALK

A MESSAGE FROM OUR EDITOR

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!

2022 proved to be a very challenging year. With everything going on and then some, people’s time has seemingly evaporated. Less time to have fun and more time to make life happen in a safe and fruitful way.

I have been the GSW Pedal Talk Newsletter editor since 2005 and it has been through many changes. Since the print version of Pedal Talk made way for a digital ePedal Talk there were ways to track how many people actually took the time to open the email that Pedal Talk came in. It was obvious that only a handful of people actually opened the email and even less took the time to open the Newsletter.

Interest has been mainly in the ride schedule, ride calendar and mileage numbers. Since there are a number of ways to list GSW rides including, Meetup,  it is inevitable that another change to Pedal Talk is necessary. The time put into creating the Newsletter can be spent in a better way and so changes are coming. 

Please feel free to email me at: editor@GSWheelers.org with any ideas, comments or suggestions of what you may like to see being included in the new updated newsletter going forward. Stay tuned for more info.

Best wishes for a Happy, Healthy and Abundant 2023.

Laurie Daley
GSW Newsletter Editor

 

 

GSW Announcements

GSW 2023 Officer and Committee Election Results

GSW 2023 Officer and Committee Election Results

October 11, 2022

All open positions may be filled by volunteers submitting names to the Vice President vp@gswheelers.org or the GSW Office office@gswheelers.org .  The Board will review applicants and conduct interviews as needed.  Any GSW member in good standing and wishing to devote a little time and skills to help the club move ahead in 2023 is encouraged to step forward!

Position                                           Elected

Officers:

President                                                                             OPEN

Vice President                                                                    Bill Hayne

Recording Secretary                                                         Write-in:  Patty Tompkins

Social Secretary                                                                 Becca Munroe

Treasurer                                                                            Dave Topham

Standing Committees:

Charity & Invitational Coordinator                               Laurie Daley

Club Mileage and Commuting Mileage                        Lindsay Collins

Events Coordinator                                                          OPEN

GSW Office                                                                        Dave Topham

Memberships Chair                                                         OPEN

Newsletter Editor                                                             Laurie Daley

Newsletter Mailing                                                          OPEN

Merchandising Chairperson                                          Bill Hayne

Marketing Coordinator                                                   OPEN

Rides Coordinator                                                            Patty Tompkins

Safety & Education Coordinator                                   Phil Rose

Seacoast Century Director                                             Write-in: Mark MacKenzie

Seacoast Century Volunteer Coordinator                   OPEN

Web Publishers                                                                Aaron and Kimmy Ellinwood

Weekend Events                                                              Marguerite Orazi

2023 GSW Social Information & Schedule

GSW Social Meetings

Monthly in-season social meetings that usually run from May to October are cancelled until further notice. Check the GSW MeetUp calendar and watch for email blasts to get the latest news.

Save the date!

Remember to check with individual ride leaders and event coordinators for all rides and events!

Welcome New Members!

Margaret Carpenter – Guilderland, NY
Christin Doneski – Hopkinton, NH
Ameena Fauq – Manchester, NH
Hugh Flynn – Newburyport, MA
Lynn Gilbert – Newbury, NH
John Gilbert – Newbury, NH
Jennifer Leibig Gregory – Melrose, MA
Brian Gregory – Melrose, MA
Elliott Gregory – Melrose, MA
Linda Gelfand Leibig – Goffstown, NH
Bruce Leibig – Goffstown, NH
Michael Milos – Salem, NH
Stacia Pathiakis – Newburyport, MA
Michelle Gelfand – West Petaluma, CA

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Seacoast Century 2022

Final report

The 2022 seacoast century held on September 24 registered 1200 riders for the event. But strong winds and cool temperatures caused nearly 300 people to withdraw from the event.

But for those who braved the elements including a high number of people doing their first century they were treated to a beautiful ride.

We worked with local cities and towns to ensure safe passage. Happy to report we received only one complaint regarding the chalk used for marking the course from Salisbury which was quickly addressed.

This year was the first time we had “remote parking” or two parking areas. The state parks would only give us  600 spaces at the pavilion so some 300 people were directed to the area about a quarter of a mile away. Not the best arrangement but we made it work.

Cold temperatures put pressure on the food service as people consumed more food but the team was quick to adjust.

Police coverage in key areas was a challenge. Many police departments have staffing issues which impacted the event resulting in some key spots not being covered.

The food service at the pavilion following the event was a learning experience. Given people leave and return at random times it is hard to plan.

Perhaps the model would be to have vendors at the event. We tried a few years ago to attract vendors with not a whole lot of success. In addition, the state charges fees for vendors which must be considered.

 

We tried to provide beer at this year’s event but got tangled up with state permits and insurance issues.

We were able to get Athletic Brewery Company which has a low-alcohol beer to donate the product for the event and people seemed to enjoy the product.

Sag support was taxed this year. We run sag support out of two locations that are far apart. May need to add a station between headquarters and McClary

Volunteers showed up but not at the level we needed.

The lack of volunteers may have an impact on future centuries.

We need some 60-80 people to staff the event, but we are struggling to meet the number. Jim and Paula Fines worked hard and pulled it off for this year, but it was harder than it should have been.

We are looking at the BIKEREG platform and hope to make some changes that could help by reducing the number of people needed in key areas but in the end, we need lots of people.

At the time of this writing, we are waiting to hear back from people who were sent a post-ride survey. When received we will review and adjust going forward.

It should be said the future of this century is uncertain and the new board will take this up after the first of the year.

One suggestion we are exploring is to partner with other organizations that would provide support and volunteers in exchange for a cut of the proceeds. This is in a very early stage and the board will have to approve any proposal.

 

So, we hope we can move forward with the 2023 century and expect a decision after the first of the year.

A big shout-out to the key volunteers, Jim and Paula Fines volunteer coordinators, Patty Tompkins for the food, Bill Hayes for route marking, Dave Topham who provided support, and Donna Hepp who provided key support for all aspects of the event.

Our thanks to the Seacoast Century Planning and Support Team:

Seacoast Century Coordinators:

Donna Hepp dhepp3@gmail.com (Permits, Registration)
Paula and Jim Fines ….pfines@comcast.net (Volunteer Coordinators)
Mark Mac Kenzie msmackenzie@comcast.net (Safety, Mechanics and Police Coordination)
Dave Topham – Office Support, Electronic Sign-Up and RwGPS systems
Patty Tompkins – Food and Supplies
Bill Kennedy – Routes
Bill Haynes – Route Marking
Mark St. Denis – Rider Data and Spreadsheets

GSW CLUB MILEAGE 

MILEAGE TOTALS INFORMATION

⇒  Ride Leader and Ride Guidelines, download the file here.

⇒  Four mileage categories on the ride sign-in sheets: Road, Gravel, Rail Trail, and Mountain.

⇒  Commuter / Utilitarian mileage should be sent directly to Lindsay at mileage@gswheelers.org.

⇒  GSW Mileage Year:  January 1 through December 31 of the current year.

Your responsibility:  If you want your mileage recorded, please print your name clearly! Indicate if you are a paid GSW member. MeetUp only members will not have their mileage recorded.

GSW Mileage Submission and Pedal Talk Publication Dates

Mileage Reporting is by Calendar Year

Pedal Talk Issue Jan/Feb Mar/Apr May/Jun Jul/Aug Sep/Oct Nov/Dec
Mileage Report Includes Jan – Nov
Prior year		 Jan – Dec
Prior year		 Jan – Mar Jan – May Jan – Jul Jan – Sep
Ride Sheet Submission
Deadline		 December 1
Prior year		 February 1 April 1 June 1 August 1 October 1

Commuter Mileage

Total Mileage
2,997 miles
820 Rachel Rainey
771 Lee Newcomb
488 Eugene Smith
428 Jim Sullivan
423 Cathy Yeager
33 Marcel Daudelin
12 Ruth Collins
12 Lindsay Collins
6 Chris Clasby
2 Judy Buck
2 Kendall Buck

On Road Mileage

Total Mileage 51,597 miles
1956 Melissa O'Brien
1827 Tony Verderame
1467 Jean Manning
1436 Lindsay Collins
1291 David Ross
1254 Jim Hatch
1182 Dan Conery
1177 Ruth Collins
1164 Natalie McMahon
1092 Ben Parker
1079 Patty Tompkins
925 Bobby Dinterman
902 Chris Hallowell
853 Lynda Lubelczyk
834 Marcel Daudelin
774 Amy Dyment
761 Judy Z-Reisch
756 Rose Verderame
753 Cathy Yeager
751 Larry Morgan
749 Stuart Falls
736 Jim Sullivan
730 Brenda Knight
729 Mike Cardarelli
702 Kendall Buck
649 Anne Forzley
643 Bernie Fournier
636 John Kellaway
627 David Cheng
616 Tony Giannechini
607 Eugene Smith
588 John Reisch
587 Ken Wadland
571 Bert Jordan
557 John Straight
529 Jim Knight
522 Bruce Dyke
515 Chris Demers
512 Lynn Ainsworth
494 Lyla Oneil
493 Mitchel van Berlo
481 Kevin Clarke
479 Daryl Boire
476 Allan Clay
470 Dave Holomander
431 Christina Cook
425 Joe Vandette
414 Storm Connors
397 Ernie Jeffrey
386 Michael Claus
359 Dave Coughlin
355 Fred Ratcliffe
353 Anne Gwynne
352 Laurie Gordon
345 Will Corbett
341 Michelle Ruby
314 Ralf Hilber
312 Linda Howes
311 Patty Dow
301 Don Lane
297 Bill Manning
288 Dave Harris
284 Peggy Kehew
278 Jeanne Bailey
253 Stephen Fox
248 Judy Buck
245 Joy Kubit
239 Tom Pears
238 Kay Sachs
237 Jon Verderame
230 Darrell Hamilton
228 Carl Gurtman
219 Lou Springer
209 Patty Anderson
203 Kathy McMillan
190 Brad Borbridge
186 Lisa Cassell
181 Stephanie Eno
172 Wayne MacKenzie
165 Tom Bartolino
160 Jeff McKillip
147 Dean Murray
146 Ben Reynolds
144 Leon LaFreniere
143 Eric Monheim
142 Anne Bartolino
141 Diane Orecchio
140 Pamela Kimball
127 Craig Fournier
125 Edward Orecchio
110 Joe Kubit
107 Bob Evans
105 Walter Slozak
105 Chris Clasby
104 Jackie Atherley
100 Don Chamberland
96 Mary O'Connor
88 Will Brown
87 Sam Richardson
86 Bob Conti
83 Steve Minikowski
81 Russ Patterson
80 Glenn Mitchell
77 Eric Ahlquist
76 Jay Godfrey
74 Zack Smith
70 Frank Fermino
68 John Hoff
66 Richard Wulf
66 Jim LaJeunesse
64 Kathy Minikowski
63 Priscilla Merrill
62 Valerie Clausen
62 Jay Clausen
62 Brenda Cannon
54 Amy King
53 Dennis Geisler
50 Bob Lehmenkuler
50 Lynn Wiles
49 David Donohue
48 Paula Fines
48 Jim Fines
46 Steven Duquette
43 Tom Patterson
42 Jeff Hale
42 Paul Garret
40 Brian Lewis
39 Nancy Rollins
36 Ben Maine
36 John Stevens
31 Steve Wilson
31 Phil Forzley
29 Peter Neil
29 Al Jones
28 Renee Rees
27 Rebecca Dowd
27 Jerry Shinn
27 Mark MacKenzie
25 Pete Musseau
24 Melissa Roberts
24 Aaron Ellinwood
24 Kimmy Ellinwood
22 William Kennedy
22 Peter Mosseau
22 Jim Clemens
22 Craig Fritz
22 Laura Lajeunesse
22 Sue Trask
21 Liz Burgess
20 Leigh Ann Dyle
18 Jamie Bloyd
14 Patty Benjamin
14 Donna Hepp
1 Ken Leibold

Rail Trail

Total Mileage
393 miles
94 Bob Conti
63 Ken Leibold
25 Lee Newcomb
25 Kathy Marchocki
20 Lisa Cassell
20 Alice Cheng
20 David Cheng
18 Kendall Buck
18 Diane Orecchioo
18 John Resich
18 Lindsay Collins
18 Edward Orecchio
18 Ruth Collins
18 Judy Z-Reisch

Gravel

Total Mileage
263 miles
60 Aaron Ellinwood
53 Kimmy Ellinwood
40 Melissa O'Brien
37 Sharon Nall
30 Tony Verderame
20 Doug Strott
13 Patricia Russell
10 Pam Geiger

Mountain

Total Mileage
0

Rail Trail Etiquette

With more and more people using the rail trails in New Hampshire thanks to on-going development and a lot of hard work by volunteers, we hear of incidents which make biking or walking on the trails less than the best experience.  Sometimes guidelines are posted at trailheads, parking lots, etc. but they are commonly not seen or ignored if they are seen and read – unfortunately.  The following list has been compiled from various on-line sources and might provide some guidance for the next time you are using a rail trail – or at least you could tell someone else about established guidelines.  Just like on-road cycling, a little common sense and courtesy goes a long way! 

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All users of trails

Show courtesy to other trail users at all times.

Use the right side of the trail except when otherwise designated.

Always pass on the left.  When overtaking someone, let them know you are approaching and will be passing on their left. You may hear a cyclist call out, “On your Left!” as one comes up from behind. That means you should stay to your right.

Respect the rights of property owners.

Stay on the trail. Do not cut switchbacks or take shortcuts.

Whenever you stop for a view, a rest, or to yield, move off the trail so it is clear for others.

Keep dogs on leash (maximum length 8 feet) and remove pet feces from trail.

Greet people you meet. This makes sure they know you are there and is polite. A simple “Howdy” or “Nice Day” is fine.

When in a group, travel single file or take no more than half of a wide trail. Make sure everyone in your group understands what actions to take when encountering walkers, bikers, and horses.

Horses always have the right of way. If you encounter a horseback rider, get off the trail on the downhill side. Horses will tend to bolt uphill when spooked. Also, to the horse you waiting on the uphill side makes you look more like a predator waiting to pounce. Quietly greet the rider and ask if you are ok where you are. Stand quietly while the horse passes.

If you approach a horse from behind it’s critical that you announce yourself loudly but calmly so you do not scare the animal. Let the rider know you’d like to pass at the next safe location. Do NOT approach quickly — it’s dangerous for you and the rider.

Use the trails quietly. Shouting may be fun for kids, but keep conversations low and enjoy the lack of horns, engines, and city noises. There is such a thing as noise pollution – and cell phones are included.

Carry-in, carry-out – do not litter. It just does not make sense that someone spending time to get out into nature would purposely destroy it.

Take a picture. A pretty rock or a bunch of flowers deserve to remain where they are. We have a need for mementos of our adventures, but picture in your mind what the place would look like if the group before you had taken what you are about to put in your pocket.

Report vandalism. If there is contact information at the trailhead, tell the managing agency of any destruction or management needs you notice.
You will run into some people that feel they have a right to do whatever they want outdoors. You may see wide, detours around muddy spots with footprints, hoof prints, and tire tracks all adding to the damage. You’ll see washed out gullies created by mountain bikers having fun tearing up the turf. You’ll have a biker fly past you with no warning.

These are the people that make a negative impression. Keep your eyes open for them for your own safety, but also recognize the many others that are courteous and polite. And, make sure people put you into the courteous and polite category after they’ve met you on the trail.

Bicyclists

You are responsible for the safe operation of your vehicle.

Yield to pedestrians and horses

Give audible warning when passing pedestrians or other bicyclists on their left.

Ride at a safe speed. Slow down and form a single file in congested conditions, reduced visibility, and other hazardous conditions.

Pedestrians

Stay to the right side of the trail except when otherwise designated.

Watch for other trail users.

Be especially alert when running.

Listen for audible signals and allow faster trail users (runners and bicyclists) to pass safely. 

Bicycling Safely in NH

For more information see NH DOT website.

Bicycles are Vehicles

Bicyclists have the same rights and duties as drivers of motor vehicles. (RSA265:143)

Bicyclists must stop at stop signs and red lights, yield to pedestrians, and ride with traffic.

It’s The Law

  • Yield the right of way to approaching traffic before entering the roadway. (RSA 265:32)

  • Stop at all stop signs. (RSA 265:30-I)

  • Don’t cross the stop line when the traffi c signal is red. (RSA 265:10-III a&d)

  • Take left turn from the outermost left turn lane when multiple left turn lanes are available. (RSA 265:42-II)

  • Stop for pedestrians in all crosswalks. Don’t pass vehicles stopped at a crosswalk. (RSA 265:35-I&IV)

  • To prepare for the turn, first look behind and merge to the center line or left turn lane as traffic permits, signaling to get the cooperation of following drivers as necessary.

  • Do not operate on sidewalks (RSA 265:26-a), or ride the wrong way on one-way streets (RSA 265:23-II).

  • Bicyclists must wear at least one item of refl ective apparel from ½ hour after sunset to ½ hour before sunrise (RSA 265:144-XII).

  • Helmets are required by law for cyclists less than 16 years of age. (RSA 265:144-X).

  • Ride on the right side of the road, with traffic. (RSA 265:16-II) Riding against traffic is illegal.

Safety Education

The Future of Bicycles

Cycling has come a long way from heaving steel contraptions to sophisticated aluminum and carbon machines. The bicycles of the future will look even more impressive and more technologically advanced.

Carbon frames are slowly becoming the industry standard for mid-range and high range bikes.

The cycling industry is again teaming up with science to meet our desires, and their solution is called graphene. Graphene is over 200 times stronger than steel. The material has the thickness of just one carbon atom and performs much better in all spheres. The bicycle industry will be able to manufacture a frame that weighs just 800g in the near future. One of these is a frame called the Dassi Interceptor, which has a frame weight of 800g.

More wireless controls are here. Shimano’s Dura-Ace, Diz and SRAM’s eTap are groundbreaking technologies.

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When it comes to brakes, several companies have already started fidgeting with ABS brakes. These braking systems use sophisticated speed sensors that detect when the wheel has stopped moving after brakes have been activated.

When it comes to city riding, anti-lock braking systems for bicycles would absolutely revolutionize safety standards.

Another technology being worked on is carbon belts and integrated shifting. Pinion Bikes use Pinio Drive Technology, which requires no cleaning, lubricating and no additional adjusting.

More E bikes are being sold and showing up on the roads and trails. In the near future, we will be seeing their prices going down and numbers going up on the roads and trails. Electric motors and batteries are going to become smaller and lighter.

When it comes to bicycle safety, helmets, lights and clothing are expected to merge with smart technologies. Smart lights will be able to detect acceleration and deceleration.

The cycling world might soon see smart cycling garments that integrate technologies that will make cyclists safer and more visible on the road.

Phil Rose
GSW
Safety and Education

Where Do YOU Ride Your Bike?


On the road, on a rail trail? Wherever you ride, is it safe and accessible? Can you get to where you want to go on your bike?


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As an avid cyclist, we need your voice and your support! Please subscribe to our free, bi-monthly e-newsletter by sending your email to: info@bwanh.org  or clicking this link. You can keep up with active transportation news and events, as well as share your comments on our Blog.


Supporting BWANH is easy, just click on this link which will take you to our website. You can donate an amount you choose as a 1-time donation or make it automatically renew on an annual basis. Your contribution will help to make New Hampshire an even greater place to bike, walk and live.


BWANH appreciates your support!

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Club Info At A Glance

Ride with GPS - Club Account

As a GSW member, you have free access to our premium Ride with GPS Club Account.

This account provides:

  • Access to the program via a laptop and/or Android and iPhone devices
  • Creation of your own personal space/account
  • Ability to create routes and log rides
  • View and download routes from the club route library

Setup:

  • Go to www.RideWithGPS.com.
  • Login or create a new personal account. Click on this link: http://bit.ly/2oEP3Zd to add your name to the GSW account.
  • A GSW logo will appear in the lower left corner. Click on the logo to access the Club page.

For more information on Ride with GPS Club Benefits, visit:
https://ridewithgps.com/help/club-benefits.

Ride and Event Information

Rides are open to anyone interested in bicycling. Parental consent is required for those under 18.

Club rides may be on-road, off-road, invitational, charity, or weekend events. Most rides have a leader. In case of rain, rides may be cancelled or rescheduled. Check MeetUp for up-to-date ride information. If in doubt, call the ride leader.

For rides listed as Show-and-Go, leader and riders select a route and pace to accommodate the slowest rider.

Safety: Helmets are required. Riders are expected to follow traffic rules and be courteous to other riders, pedestrians, and drivers.

Member Benefits: Sign-in to have your mileage recorded and to be covered by club insurance in the event of an accident.

Be Prepared: Have your bicycle in good working order. Always carry a spare tube, tire levers, a patch kit, a pump, water, snacks, and an ID that contains medical and emergency information.

Club “Meetup” site: https://www.meetup.com/Granite-State-Wheelmen-bicycling/
Check for new rides or last-minute ride changes. The GSW Meetup site is free to join. Being a GSW Meetup member does not constitute being a paid GSW member for mileage tracking and other benefits.

Volunteer: If you do not find a ride you like, volunteer to become a ride leader. Talk to a ride coordinator on ‘how-to’.

Charity Riders: You are welcome at all GSW rides. Let the ride leader know you are in training for a Charity Ride!

Terrain and Pace Guidelines

Terrain
1   Generally flat, some grades, for beginners
2  Easy grades, challenging for beginners
3  Moderate grades, some challenge for average riders
4  Steep grades with some relief

Pace
L  –  Leisurely with many rest stops (< 12 mph)
M – Moderate with some rest stops (12 – 15 mph)
B –  Brisk with few stops (15-18 mph)
S –  Steady, strenuous, rapid pace (>18 mph)

Charity & Invitational Rides

Charity and Invitational Rides are the sole responsibility of the hosting organization. The GSW has no responsibility and provides no insurance coverage including club and personal liabilities, property damage, or participant accident claims. You may have your mileage recorded for Charity & Invitational rides.

Mileage: If you attended a charity ride and a GSW ride leader was not present, submit your name, the charity ride information (date, time, location), and send to Lindsay Collins.

CHARITY RIDES

There are currently no Charity rides scheduled. 

Season’s Greeting. Have a safe and happy winter.

INVITATIONAL RIDES

August 20-August 29, 2023 – A Gravel Adventure in Northern Vermont (Bicycle Adventure Club). Vermont is fast becoming a destination for cyclists seeking “gravel” riding. Join the leaders, Jeff and Hilary Warner, longtime past GSW members, on this mixed surface tour, predominantly on the quiet gravel/dirt roads of northern Vermont. Designed for fit, adventurous cyclists, this tour features spectacular scenery, very pleasant dirt roads, and minimal traffic (once we get out of Burlington). For more information, visit the Bicycle Adventure Club website.

Weekend Events

February 3 – 5, 2023, 28th Annual Craftsbury Outdoor Center Weekend at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center, Craftsbury Common, VT.

THIS TRIP IS FULL!

We had a great weekend in 2022 even with COVID restrictions. 2023 should be even better! This will be the last GSW Craftsbury trip. No trip for 2024 and beyond.

This family-friendly trip offers cross-country skiing for all abilities, plus all kinds of winter fun! Lodging, x-c ski passes, and all meals included. Contact Jim and Paula Fines at (978) 764-9868 or pfines@comcast.net to see if there are any cancellations.

Ride Leaders

Download Ride Leader Sign-in Sheet

Download Ride Guidelines

Please be sure that all names on the sign-up sheet are printed legibly with legible mileage recorded for each name.

Submitting a Sign-in Sheet

1.   Scan in pdf format and email to: mileage@gswheelers.org

2.   Or, Mail to:

Lindsay Collins
PO Box 497
Newbury, NH 03255

Photo submissions will NOT be accepted.

NEW HAMPSHIRE’S E-BIKE LAWS

E-bikes, also known as electric-assist bikes, are becoming more and more popular throughout the U.S. Effective as of August 18, 2019, New Hampshire has adopted the following laws regarding the use of e-bikes. (New Hampshire laws referenced: N.H. Rev. Stat. §259:6, 259:27, 265:144)

MORE INFO Learn more at PeopleForBikes.org/e-bikes 
» Blogs and webinars
» E-bike laws around the country
» E-bike statistics and research
» Buying guide
» Retailer materials
» e-MTB management resources or visit  https://bwanh.org/e-bikes

GSW Sponsors

REMEMBER THE 10% DISCOUNT ON BICYCLE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR G.S.W. MEMBERS AT MOST SPONSORING SHOPS.
PLEASE SHOW YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD BEFORE MAKING A PURCHASE!

(“#” indicates discount allowed on cash and check sales only. “*” indicates no discounts allowed.)

VISIT

America by Bicycle

2 Red Oak Drive, Unit A
Plaistow NH
(603) 382-1662
www.abbike.com

VISIT

Belmont Wheelworks #

480 Trapelo Rd
Belmont MA
(617) 489-3577 www.wheelworks.com

VISIT

Bike Barn

720 Union St
Manchester NH
(603) 668-6555
www.bikebarnusa.com

VISIT

Buchika’s Ski & Sport Shop

340 South Broadway
Salem NH
(603) 89305534
www.buchika.com

VISIT

Cycles Etc *

450 Second Street*
Manchester, NH
(603) 669.7993
https://www.cyclesetc.com/
288 North Broadway*
Salem, NH
(603) 890-3212

VISIT

Exeter Cycles

4 Portsmouth Ave, Rt. 108
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2331
http://exetercycles.com/

Goodale's Bike Shop
VISIT

Goodale's / Trek Bicycle

Trek Bicycle Concord
19 Triangle Park Drive
Concord, NH
(603) 225-5111

https://www.trekbikes.com/retail/concord/

Trek Bicycle Hooksett
1197 Hooksett Rd.
Hooksett, NH
(603) 644-2111

https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/retail/hooksett/

Goodale's Bike Shop
VISIT
Gus' Bike Shop
VISIT

Goodale's / Trek Bicycle

Goodale’s Bike Shop
14B Broad St.
Nashua, NH
(603) 882-2111

https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/retail/goodalesnashua/

Gus' Bike Shop

Gus’ Bike Shop
55 Lafayette Road
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 964-5445
https://www.gusbike.com/

Littleton Bike & Fitness
VISIT

Littleton Bike & Fitness

30 Cottage Street
Littleton, NH 03561
(603) 444-3437
https://littletonbike.com/
info@littletonbike.com

Rhino Bike Works
VISIT

Pedego Electric Bikes

236 N. Broadway, Unit F
Salem, NH
(603) 458-2094
https://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/

Rhino Bike Works
VISIT

Rhino Bike Works

1 Foster Street
Plymouth, NH 03264
(603) 536-3919
http://rhinobikeworksnh.com/

S&W Sports
VISIT

S&W Sports

296 S.Main St.
Concord, NH
(603) 228-1441
http://www.swsports.net/

GSW affiliated associations include:

The League of American Bicyclists, the Adventure Cycling Association, and Rails to Trails Conservancy, BikeWalk Alliance of NH.

About Pedal Talk

Pedal Talk is the bimonthly newsletter of the Granite State Wheelers (GSW) – New England’s most active recreational bicycling club.

GSW Membership

Club rides and activities are open to the public. Parental consent is required for those under 18. Become a member today!

Submissions

Send all articles to: editor@gswheelers.org with attachments in MSWord, ASCII, using IBM format or PDF.

Deadlines

The deadline for input to Pedal Talk is the first of every even numbered month. The next deadline for Pedal Talk submissions is February 1, 2023. Send ride copy to the Ride Coordinators, advertising to the Advertising Coordinator, mileage to Mileage Coordinator and other submissions to editor@gswheelers.org.

Advertising

Commercial advertising space is available. For information and advertising rates please contact Dave Topham (office@gswheelers.org)

Opinions

Opinions in this newsletter are those of the contributors and not necessarily those of the Granite State Wheelers.

Pedal Talk Staff

Editor
Laurie Daley
editor@gswheelers.org

Production Staff
OPEN
memberships@gswheelers.org

Ride Schedules
Marguerite Orazi
Patty Tompkins
rides@gswheelers.org

Charity & Invitational Rides
Laurie Daley
charity@gswheelers.org

Mileage
Lindsay Collins
mileage@gswheelers.org

Classified Ads
Pedal Talk Editor
editor@gswheelers.org

Advertising
Dave Topham
office@gswheelers.org

Marketing & Communications
OPEN
marketing@gswheelers.org

GSW Board Members

OFFICERS

President
OPEN
president@gswheelers.org

Vice President
Bill Hayne
vp@gswheelers.org

Recording Secretary
Patty Tompkins
secretary@gswheelers.org

Social Secretary
Becca “Hiker” Munroe
social@gswheelers.org

Treasurer
Dave Topham
treasurer@gswheelers.org


STANDING COMMITTEES

Social Events Coordinator:
OPEN
banquets@gswheelers.org

Charity & Invitational Coordinator:
Laurie Daley
charity@gswheelers.org

Mileage Coordinator:
Lindsay Collins
mileage@gswheelers.org

Memberships:
OPEN
memberships@gswheelers.org

GSW Office:
Dave Topham & Judi Hull
office@gswheelers.org

Newsletter Editor:
Laurie Daley
editor@gswheelers.org

Newsletter e-Mailing:
OPEN
memberships@gswheelers.org

Merchandising Chairperson:
Bill Hayne
merchandise@gswheelers.org

Marketing & Communications:
OPEN
marketing@gswheelers.org

Rides Coordinator:
Patty Tompkins
rides@gswheelers.org

Safety & Education Coordinator:
Phil Rose
safety@gswheelers.org

Seacoast Century Committee Chair:
Mark MacKenzie
seacoastcentury@gswheelers.org

Seacoast Century Volunteer Coordinator:
OPEN
sccvolunteer@gswheelers.org

Web Publishers:
OPEN
webpublishers@gswheelers.org

Weekend Events:
Marguerite Orazi
weekends@gswheelers.org

 

Contact

editor@gswheelers.org