Pedal Talk
The Newsletter of Granite State Wheelers
November / December 2020 Volume 48, Issue 6
Remember to post your GSW ride photos on Meetup to appear in the next online issue of Pedal Talk!
In This Issue
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
Looking back and looking ahead
As we enter the “quiet season” for most on-road cycling, I wish to recap some GSW history and plans for the future as the club starts our 50th year. Certainly 2020 has been very tumultuous thanks to Covid-19 with most rides and all weekend events cancelled including our Seacoast Century. The GSW election and national general election should be over by the time you read this article. May 2021 bring us some sense of normalcy!
Looking back, the GSW started in July 1971 when a small group met at the Manchester YMCA. Roger Charest, our first President, knew Fred McLaughlin who was the “ace mechanic” at A.T. Nault’s bike shop in Manchester. I met Roger at Honeywell in Lawrence by “chasing him down” after seeing a League of American Wheelmen decal on his car window. Fred Schottler worked with Roger in the same department and started tracking GSW memberships using IBM punch cards. His wife JoAnne Schottler was our first secretary and newsletter editor for several years.
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Looking ahead, current cloud-based applications and the GSW Pedal Talk “going 100% digital” with this Nov-Dec 2020 issue, the need for paper labels disappears. Using an integrated group of apps to automate the entire membership processing procedure, Mark St. Denis and Aaron Ellinwood plan to phase-in this scheme over the next few months. I am working closely with Mark to make a smooth transition. New and renewed memberships will be processed in minutes with no manual outgoing weekly snail-mail. The net cost including Squarespace fees will be less than what we paid for prior credit card processing. Even so, membership fees have been increased effective November first as more services are provided to GSW members. The MeetUp system and Ride with GPS services were unknown ten years ago. Stay tuned and watch our website plus Pedal Talk for exciting changes!
Questions? If you have any questions about the GSW or suggestions, please give me a shout! This is your club and there is always room for improvement. Enjoy your cycling and stay safe.
“Happy Holidays!”
Dave Topham
GSW 2020 President
Co-Founder, 1971
2020 GSW Social Information & Schedule
GSW Social Meetings are cancelled for the balance of 2020 due to Covid-19 concerns, and this includes the year-end social event.
See below about our alternative “Goodbye to our 2019-2020 Bike Season!”
Remember to check with individual ride leaders and event coordinators for all rides and events!
Goodbye to our 2019-2020 Bike Season! *
It was a season like no other…
In lieu of our End of the Year Banquet, this year we are doing a raffle for every member who rode with GSW this season.
For each of you who came out and rode, whether… on-road, off-road, on a tandem or as a commuter – your name will be put into a raffle for a $25.00 gift certificate!
There will be 32 lucky winners!
The drawing will be held in early November. Winners will receive a gift card in the mail. A complete list of winners will appear in the next issue of Pedal Talk.
* Our bike season runs from October 1st through September 30th.
** Members of the GSW Board will be excluded from the raffle.
New full color digital ads coming next issue!
- Craig Bates, Pelham NH
- Zachary Brock, Warner NH
- Laurie Brown, Hollis NH
- Louise Cameron, Portsmouth NH
- Grace Cardarelli, Newmarket NH
- David Chang, New York NY
- Scott Cobb, Manchester NH
- Roland & Carol Dubois, Contoocook NH
- Larry Gagnon, Bedford NH
- Ryan Gibson, Mont Vernon NH
- Mark Graham, West Lebanon NH
- David Green, Nashua NH
- Bill Hamilton, Bow NH
- Jim Hatch, Salem NH
- Tyler Hemeon, Chichester NH
- Kenneth Johnson, Sandy Hook CT
- Jason Jones, Manchester NH
- Kevin Kuehn, Exeter NH
- Michele Lamont, Brookline MA
- Annemarie Mercier, Brookline NH
- Stephen Silvestro, Hollis NH
- Weston Smith Center, Barnstead NH
- Doug Strott, Henniker NH
- Steve Wilson, Derry NH
GO FOR THE GEAR!
Support the Granite State
Wheelers
What about GSW history? Does anyone really care?
I never thought anyone would be interested in the history of a bicycling club until I received a call on September 21 from Larry Finison representing the Bicycle History Collections at UMass in Boston. He works with Tom Francis of MassBike on recreational bike club histories.
For some details, UMass Boston Library Archives collects unique and original archival materials related to bicycling from 1878-present, including clippings, pictures, scrapbooks, films, brochures, diaries, organizational records, newsletters, correspondence, rare books and cycling magazines, and more.
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All arenas of bicycling are of interest: racing, commuting, recreation, bicycles for work, cycling advocacy, charitable events and tours, and more. They especially want materials about under-represented communities and women in cycling.
They do not take bicycles, anything cloth, or trophies/medals, but you can upload images and stories by visiting tinyurl.com/bicycling-images. There is no charge to have items added to the archive or for the public to request viewing at the library. At long last, I know where all my “GSW stuff” can go, maybe next year when I clean out my closets! Do you have anything to donate?
For more information contact:
Bicycling History Collections
Healey Library, UMass Boston
100 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02125
BicyclingHistoryFriends@gmail.com
library.archives@umb.edu
Submitted by:
Dave Topham
GSW 2020 President
Co-Founder, 1971
GSW 2021 Election Results
Effective October 13, 2020
Officers:
President ~ Dave Topham
Vice President ~ Bill Hayne
Recording Secretary ~ Patty Tompkins
Social Secretary ~ Becca Munroe
Treasurer ~ Leslie Thompson
Standing Committees:
Banquet & Awards Coordinators ~
Lisa Cassell & Lyla Oneil
Charity & Invitational Coordinator ~ Laurie Daley
Club Mileage and Commuting Mileage ~ Hetty Andrews
Memberships ~ Mark St. Denis
GSW Office ~ Dave Topham & Judi Hull
Newsletter Editor ~ Laurie Daley
Newsletter Mailing ~ Dave Topham
Merchandising Chairperson ~ Bill Hayne
Marketing & Communications ~ Kimmy Ellinwood
Rides Coordinator ~ Patty Tompkins
Safety & Education Coordinator ~ Phil Rose
Seacoast Century Committee Chair ~ Donna Hepp
Seacoast Century Volunteer Coordinator ~ Paula Fines
Web Publishers ~ Kimmy & Aaron Ellinwood
Weekend Events ~ Marguerite Orazi
Bike Helmets for Every Cyclist
SAFETY EDUCATION3>
Choosing the right helmet is as important as choosing the right bike. There are three main types of helmets.
Road helmets which are sleek, venting, and prioritize low weight. Another type is the mountain bike helmet, which provides more coverage if a crash should happen. A third type is the commuter and every day helmet.
All helmets sold in the United States meet Consumer Product Safety Standard ( CPSC ), required for all helmets sold. Some helmets offer added safety features to protect against brain injuries.
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The growing concern over concussion and brain injuries has led to better research and new helmet technologies. Some companies have been developing technologies to reduce the risk of concussions.
MIPS, which stands for Multi – directional Impact Protection System. A low friction layer built into the helmet that allows the helmet to rotate on your head diminishing rotational forces. Bontrager brand by Trek uses a technology in some of its newest helmets, called WaveCel, which is a thick layer comprised of polyester that crumples and flexes on impact. Specialized brand has a new tech called ANGi that pairs with a smart phone app to monitor your activity. Sensors in the helmet can detect abrupt decelerations in the event of a crash and alert your emergency contact that you may be injured and send them your location.
Phil Rose
GSW Safety and Education
We Know You Ride a Bike…..!
Are you a Bike Ambassador?
Biking is a fun, recreational activity that in these uncertain times is gaining popularity making it even more important to ensure our NH communities are safe and convenient for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Bike-Walk Alliance is the only state-wide organization dedicated to this goal and, as a bicyclist, we need your voice and your support!
An individual membership is just $35.00/year and every one of those dollars goes towards advocating for safer streets, better legislation, rail trail networks, safety education for our children and adults– all of which contribute to healthier communities.
Please visit our website at www.bwanh.org and check out everything we do! Then click on the JOIN/RENEW button and contribute to making New Hampshire an even greater place to bike, walk and live.
Classified Ads
(All ads will be deleted after each issue unless requests are sent to renew.)
Send ads to: office@gswheelers.org
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Indoor bicycle trainer which attaches to the rear wheel of a two-wheeled bike available. Includes a large padded seat. Come to Concord and it is yours for $15. Please contact Marguerite Orazi morazi@gmail.com
- Selling a 2004 Trek 5000 Carbon Fiber road bicycle, 56cm frame size. This bike has been meticulously maintained by a couple of shops in the Concord, NH area as well as by me. The bike has had light use, being ridden less than 250 miles per season. It is in very good condition and is a sweet ride. This Trek 5000 has additional upgraded components to make for a smoother, more comfortable ride and easier hill climbs. For additional details, please call 603-722-0746 and leave voice mail with your name and number. I will return your call. Or, email at brfuller1@gmail.com.
Club Info At A Glance
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
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
All 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 Hetty Andrews.
There are currently no Charity or Invitational rides scheduled.
Weekend Events
All weekend events have been cancelled due to Covid-19
Ride Leaders
Mail (not email) to:
Hetty Andrews
44 Deerhaven Dr.
Nashua, NH 03064.
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
47th Seacoast
Century Weekend
Hampton Beach, NH
September 24–26, 2021
Put this date on your calendar!
We’re hoping conditions allow us to continue our Seacoast Century tradition in 2021
Two days of great bicycling along the scenic New England coast.
- Routes of 25, 50, 65, and 100 miles
- Routes include coastlines of New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine.
- Registration opens in early February 2021
GSW CLUB MILEAGE
2020 MILEAGE TOTALS INFORMATION
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.
Ride Leaders: Please print the date, your name and the time and location of the ride on the ride sheet. Ensure that rider names are legible and mileage is
recorded. Submit ride sheets weekly via snail mail to Hetty Andrews.
Road, Off-road, or Tandem? Please indicate the type of ride you are doing after you sign your name.
Charity Rides: 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 Hetty Andrews (see below).
Commuter and Utilitarian Mileage: Using your bike instead of a car for commuting, errands, or cycling to/from a GSW ride starting location adds to
your annual total on the honor system. Send your total mileage to Hetty Andrews.
GSW Mileage Year: October 1 through the following September 30.
GSW Mileage Coordinator:
Hetty Andrews
44 Deerhaven Dr.
Nashua, NH 03064
603-889-3222
mileage@gswheelers.org
On-Road Mileage
| 33,361 Total Miles | |
| 3107 | Jim Sullivan |
| 3107 | Cathy Yeager |
| 2358 | Melissa O'Brien |
| 1908 | Tony Verderame |
| 1402 | Dan Conery |
| 1295 | Patty Tompkins |
| 1248 | David Ross |
| 1094 | Chris Demers |
| 1076 | Bernie Fournier |
| 900 | Bruce Dyke |
| 798 | Bobby Dinterman |
| 793 | Chris Hallowell |
| 755 | Lisa Cassell |
| 652 | Jon Verderame |
| 618 | John Stevens |
| 564 | Bill Kennedy |
| 539 | Dave Holmander |
| 513 | Ernie Jeffrey |
| 491 | Jean Manning |
| 487 | Michael Claus |
| 477 | Eugene Smith |
| 457 | Howard Licker |
| 337 | Marcel Daudelin |
| 325 | Dean Murray |
| 317 | Lyla O'neil |
| 312 | Kimmy Ellinwood |
| 305 | Al Jones |
| 282 | Dave Coughlin |
| 276 | Andrew Stevens |
| 260 | Don Lane |
| 246 | Stephen Fox |
| 229 | Don Phipps |
| 228 | Lynn Ainsworth |
| 215 | Billy Manning |
| 210 | Mike Cardarelli |
| 210 | Larry Morgan |
| 201 | Pam Geiger |
| 181 | John Kellaway |
| 176 | Fred Ratcliffe |
| 175 | Amy Dyment |
| 174 | Mag Blacker |
| 170 | Renee Rees |
| 163 | Aaron Ellinwood |
| 154 | Wayne MacKenzie |
| 142 | David Geiger |
| 141 | Rich Maher |
| 141 | Tim Small |
| 134 | Don Chamberland |
| 132 | Bill Hamiliton |
| 130 | Doreen Lania |
| 117 | David Garcia |
| 115 | Pat Dow |
| 114 | David Scharlotte |
| 113 | Eric Shaw |
| 111 | Alesha Morris |
| 105 | Bert Jordan |
| 101 | Brenda Fusco |
| 100 | John Gilbride |
| 99 | Mitch van Berlo |
| 98 | Anne Gwynne |
| 92 | Ryan Campbell |
| 88 | Jim LaJeunesse |
| 86 | Dave Topham |
| 83 | Carl Gurtman |
| 75 | Bob Siegwarth |
| 73 | Michael Phillips |
| 70 | Jeff McKillip |
| 65 | Grace Cardarelli |
| 56 | Sharon Nall |
| 56 | Rachel Rainey |
| 48 | Jim Cutter |
| 48 | Bill Fisk |
| 48 | Manning Jean |
| 48 | Jon Rochlis |
| 48 | Megan Upperman |
| 48 | Lynn Wiles |
| 47 | John Straight |
| 45 | Gary Nelson |
| 40 | Kevin Clarke |
| 39 | Laurie Gordon |
| 38 | Tim Ainsworth |
| 35 | Jay Godfrey |
| 32 | Tyler Hemeon |
| 32 | Weston Smith |
| 31 | Terry Barnum |
| 31 | Cindy Dickinson |
| 28 | Jens Dinter |
| 27 | Isaac Stevens |
| 25 | Lillian Oczykowski |
| 25 | Mark St Denis |
| 24 | Ralf Hilber |
| 22 | John Bartlett |
| 22 | Celeste Craig |
| 22 | Nichole Fecteau |
| 22 | Laura LaJeunesse |
| 22 | Tom Pears |
| 18 | Robert Vaillancourt |
| 17 | Tabor Browder |
| 7 | Dennis Grieser |
Commuter Mileage
| 8960 Total Miles | |
| 3912 | Mark Schwiewetz |
| 2244 | Steve Frink |
| 1795 | Eugene Smith |
| 415 | Andrew Stevens |
| 219 | Jim Sullivan |
| 219 | Cathy Yeager |
| 149 | Dave Topham |
| 7 | Marcel Daudelin |
Tandem Mileage
| 412 Total Miles | |
| 164 | Peter Breu |
| 164 | Susan Woods |
| 22 | Jim Fines |
| 22 | Paula Fines |
| 20 | Jay Clausen |
| 20 | Valerie Clausen |
Off Road Mileage
|
261 Total Miles |
|
| 104 | Jim Sullivan |
| 104 | Cathy Yeager |
| 26 | Chris Hallowell |
| 20 | Jerry Smith |
| 7 | Melissa O'Brien |
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.)
America by Bicycle
2 Red Oak Drive, Unit A
Plaistow NH
(603) 382-1662
www.abbike.com
Belmont Wheelworks #
480 Trapelo Rd
Belmont MA
(617) 489-3577 www.wheelworks.com
Bike Barn
720 Union St
Manchester NH
(603) 668-6555
www.bikebarnusa.com
Buchika’s Ski & Sport Shop
340 South Broadway
Salem NH
(603) 89305534
www.buchika.com
Cycles Etc *
450 Second Street*
Manchester, NH
(603) 669.7993
https://www.cyclesetc.com/
288 North Broadway*
Salem, NH
(603) 890-3212
Exeter Cycles
4 Portsmouth Ave, Rt. 108
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2331
http://exetercycles.com/
Goodale's Bike Shop
1197 Hooksett Rd.
Hooksett, NH
(603) 644-2111
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/stores/goodales/
14B Broad St.
Nashua, NH
(603) 882-2111
Gus' Bike Shop
Gus’ Bike Shop
55 Lafayette Road
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 964-5445
https://www.gusbike.com/
Littleton Bike & Fitness
30 Cottage Street
Littleton, NH 03561
(603) 444-3437
https://littletonbike.com/
info@littletonbike.com
Rhino Bike Works
1 Foster Street
Plymouth, NH 03264
(603) 536-3919
http://rhinobikeworksnh.com/
S&W Sports
296 S.Main St.
Concord, NH
(603) 228-1441
http://www.swsports.net/
The Notch Hostel
324 Lost River Rd.
N. Woodstock, NH
(603) 348-1483
https://notchhostel.com/
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.
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, or ASCII, using IBM format.
Deadlines
The deadline for input to Pedal Talk is the first of every even numbered month. The next deadline for Pedal Talk submissions is December 1, 2020. 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
Dave Topham
office@gswheelers.org
Ride Schedules
Marguerite Orazi
Patty Tompkins
rides@gswheelers.org
Charity & Invitational Rides
Laurie Daley
charity@gswheelers.org
Mileage
Hetty Andrews
mileage@gswheelers.org
Classified Ads
Pedal Talk Editor
editor@gswheelers.org
Advertising
Dave Topham
office@gswheelers.org
Marketing & Communications
Kimmy Ellinwood
marketing@gswheelers.org
GSW Board Members
OFFICERS
President
Dave Topham
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
Leslie Thompson
treasurer@gswheelers.org
STANDING COMMITTEES
Banquet & Awards Coordinators:
Lisa Cassell & Lyla Oneil
banquets@gswheelers.org
Charity & Invitational Coordinator:
Laurie Daley
charity@gswheelers.org
Club and Commuting Mileage:
Hetty Andrews
mileage@gswheelers.org
Memberships:
Mark St. Denis
memberships@gswheelers.org
GSW Office:
Dave Topham & Judi Hull
office@gswheelers.org
Newsletter Editor:
Laurie Daley
editor@gswheelers.org
Newsletter Mailing:
Dave Topham
office@gswheelers.org
Merchandising Chairperson:
Bill Hayne
merchandise@gswheelers.org
Marketing & Communications:
Kimmy Ellinwood
marketing@gswheelers.org
Rides Coordinator:
Patty Tompkins
rides@gswheelers.org
Safety & Education Coordinator:
Phil Rose
safety@gswheelers.org
Seacoast Century Committee Chair:
Donna Hepp
seacoastcentury@gswheelers.org
Seacoast Century Volunteer Coordinator:
Paula Fines
sccvolunteer@gswheelers.org
Web Publishers:
Aaron & Kimmy Ellinwood
webpublishers@gswheelers.org
Weekend Events:
Marguerite Orazi
weekends@gswheelers.org
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