Oshkosh Cycling Club News

Ripon Ride Planned

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:20:51 -0600

From Ripon College: "Beginning Tuesday, March 23 cycling enthusiasts from throughout the area are invited to join the Red Hawks cycling team for a fitness-minded bicycle ride on rural roads surrounding Ripon. The ride distance and pace may vary depending on the composition of the group." "The group will meet at 5:30 p.m. each Tuesday at the main entrance to Ripon College at the intersection of Woodside Avenue and Seward Street. For more information, contact Ric Damm at 920-748-8322."

Oshkosh Safe Routes to Schools

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:11:05 -0600

The Oshkosh Safe Routes to School Task Force has their 182-page plan online. From the plan: "The Safe Routes to School program is an international program that encourages walking and biking to school." "The SRTS program focuses on teaching children bike and pedestrian safety along with healthy lifestyles. It encourages children to walk and bike to school and also looks to improve the air quality at and around schools, reduce the traffic congestion at and around school, increase the physical activity of children, increase community involvement, and have intergovernmental cooperation through a number of departments including planning, the police department, the school district, local units of government, and parents."

Google Maps Has Bicycling Directions

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:00:47 -0600

Just recently Google Maps have added bicycling directions to their get directions feature. A quick couple experiments show that it's pretty good. Neat.

Tri Night March 22nd

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:19:46 -0600

Oshkosh Cyclery and Fitness will be hosting the 2nd annual Tri Night on Monday, March 22nd, from 6pm to 9pm. Tim Petrie will be sharing his ideas and tips about the sport of Triathlons. The evening will cover: triathlon culture, training time needed, goals in the sport, longevity, equipment needed, clothing, what to expect at a race, what not to do, and great beginner races.

If you have a couple of Tris under your belt or are just thinking about trying the sport, this meeting will be very informative and helpful. You will pick up some valuable training tips and some nutrition ideas. Last year Tim was suppose to be here for 2 hours but once the question session started it ended up lasting for 4 hours! Tim is so happy to help others improve.

Tim Petrie lives for the sport of triathlons. Tim did his first Tri in 2001 and has done 125 races since and is as passionate about the sport as ever. Tim is currently a student at UW-Oshkosh studying to be a Physical Education teacher and truly values promoting lifelong fitness and health. Tim's schooling and experience as an athlete has taught him how powerful the mind and body can be working together. The sport of triathlon is great for both, and Tim looks forward to expressing his passion about triathlons and how you can be happy while training and racing for years to come.

Healthy snacks and water will be provided. See you at Oshkosh Cyclery & Fitness, March 22, 2010. 6pm to 9pm, 1030 W. 20th Ave, 920-231-2211

Ladies Night March 22nd

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:09:24 -0600

Wheel and Sprocket announces a Ladies Night Out -- For Women Who Like to Ride. It will be Monday March 22, 2010 at Wheel and Sprocket at 6:30 P.M. Learn more about cycling and cycling products developed just for women. Connect with other women who love to ride. Presentations by Product Reps: Trek, Pearl Izumi and Bell. Shop a one time discount. Please call 920 232 0900 or email marilyn dot genske at wheelandsprocket.net.

Bike Repair Clinic March 8th

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:49:05 -0600

Wheel and Sprocket in Oshkosh is holding Park Tool School. Attend a Park Tool Clinic to keep YOUR bike running smoothly. Class is $40 and will be March 8, 2010 from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. With enrollment in the class includes your own copy of The Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair, a do-it-yourself bicycle repair guide. Bring your own bike to work on. Class taught by Wheel and Sprocket mechanics. 15% discount on repair tools purchased the night of the class. If you are interested please call 920-232-0900 to reserve your spot. Class limited to 6. Or email jeff dot matthies at wheelandsprocket dot net.

Club Meeting on Wednesday, 2/24

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:27:25 -0600

Updated on 2/21 with the agenda. The Oshkosh Cycling Club will hold it's next meeting on Wednesday, February 24th at 6:30 PM. A planning meeting for the 2010 YMCA/OCC Strong Kids Benefit Ride will take place at 6:00 (just before the general meeting. All are welcome. The meeting will take place at the Oshkosh Wheel and Sprocket store. The agenda includes:

Oshkosh Community Bike Program / WINN - Steve Sagmeister
Strong Kids Ride - Sponsors/Flyers/Routs/Packets - Ken, Amy, Michaelene
Bike and Ped Plan - Progress Report
Election of New Board Member - Date/Time/Place/Nominees/Spaghetti Dinner
Club Calendar - Events/Dates/Additions/
Finance Report - Lisa
Other Business / Next Meeting / Adjourn

2010 Wisconsin Bike Summit

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:49:12 -0600

The 2010 Wisconsin Bike Summit will be held April 21st and 22nd at the Madison Concourse Hotel. From the BfW...

Mark your calendar and plan to attend this year's Wisconsin Bike Summit! Last year our exciting Summit brought together over 450 bike enthusiasts from around the state. The 2009 Summit proved that when we join together our collective voice is strong and we are heard. We were able to accomplish the following important legislation in 2009 thanks to you and the strength of our Summit:

Statewide Complete Streets legislation
$5 million increase in state bicycle funding
Dooring legislation

For 2010, we're adding new educational workshops and creating a line-up of inspiring speakers to make this year's Summit an even greater opportunity to learn, network, and support Wisconsin bicycling. Please join us this year and together we will work to make Wisconsin the best place in the world to be on a bike!

Watch OCC Twitters

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:10:56 -0600

For lessor news and information, watch the OCC twitter feed. We are @oshkoshcycling. The last half a dozen or so tweets can be seen on the left side of the main OCC web page.

Next Strong Kids Ride Planning Meeting

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 16:36:34 -0600

The next Strong Kids Ride planning meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 3rd at Noon at the downtown Oshkosh YMCA. The meeting is open to anyone interested in helping to plan or volunteer time for the ride.

Strong Kids Ride Seeks Sponsors

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 16:23:13 -0600

The Strong Kids Ride scheduled for May 22nd is corporate and business sponsors. If you or your employer would be willing to help the ride underwrite expenses or donate material, fill out the form or contact the YMCA or Michael Urban. Ride promotion opportunities are available depending upon the level of support.

Super Spin Saturday Announced

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 11:27:35 -0600

Six Annual Ride for Rosita Super Spin Saturday has been announced for Saturday, January 23rd. Go to Fond du Lac. This ride is a great opportunity to ride with others (inside) during the winter, burn off extra calories, and help a great cause. Bring a bike and a trainer if you have one. If you don't have a trainer, some will be available. If you have neither a bike or a trainer (or don't want to haul them out of the attic), some stationary bikes will also be available.

Order Your 2010 OCC Calendar

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 20:49:22 -0600

The photos are in, and the judges will convene shortly to pick the 12 photos for our OCC 2010 bike calendar! The cost is $15. Order your "Bike Every Month" calendar now to make sure you receive one. We are ordering a very limited supply that will be sold through WHEEL & SPROCKET and OSHKOSH CYCLERY. So, it will be sketchy if there will be any left to buy after customers see the beautiful, artful, photos that make up the calendar.

You can secure your your copy by emailing Michaelene Urban your order by Dec 10.

Support your club. Plus, this calendar sure beats looking at pictures of puppies all year.