Weekly Newsletter – 25 November 2009 / Issue Number: 467-46-2009

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Weekly Newsletter 25 November 2009 / Issue Number: 467-46-2009

PCC, Your Perfect Cycling Companion

This issue

The week ahead M+D P2

The week ahead T+G P3

Rules of road riding P5

Guidelines to Trail Etiquette P6

Spare wheels project P6

Club membership P6

Sub-Editors Notes

Concrete mixers, pick-up trucks filled with bikes and Hello Kitty... what

do they have in common? They were all spotted south. I must admit

that sometimes these biking excursions can really open ones eyes and

see the different things we dont usually see. It has been an interesting

past couple of weeks.

Well, it will be an interesting couple of more weeks as there is the MTB

Hash this weekend, Penangs Kayuh Lasak next weekend and then thereis Hari Raya Haji, Awal Muharam, Christmas and New Year holidays.

Seems like some of us will be packing in the food, especially during

Penang Jamboree and the year-end holidays. For those who are trying

to lose some weight to get those components with a weight limit, good

luck. Well... either eat in moderation or ride more. PCC being a club

associated with lots and lots of eating, Id say RIDE MORE!


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Date

RideDistance

6 Dec Penang Jamboree ??km

13 Dec Kemensah 21km

20 Dec Kiara 18km

27 Dec ???

The week ahead M + D Sunday ride 29 November 2009

Mud + Dirt by The English Nose

Date: Sunday 29th

November 2009

Meeting Time: 8.30am

Parking: Behind Lucky Like Restoran. Please park immediately BEHIND Lucky Like Restoran.

GPS coordinates: N3 26.799 E101 39.907

Directions: 1. Proceed on Jalan Kuching towards Rawang and Ipoh.

2. Exit up the ramp towards Kuantan and Batu Caves.

3. At the round-about at the top of the round, set your trip meter to zero. Exit the round-about at 3

O'Clock towards Kuantan.

4. At 1.2-km, take the exit to the left (Batu Caves will be directly in front of you.

5. At 1.4-km (i.e. 200 meters later and the bottom of the ramp), turn left towards Ulu Yam Baru andproceed over the railroad tracks.

6. At 2.2-km turn right at the 4-way intersection/ traffic light (mosque on your right).

7. Proceed straight through a number traffic lights. When you pass a Petronas station, continue 150-

meters further and turn right at 6.1-km (there will be a RapidKL bus depot on your right).

8. Go up this hill, descend and then pass the scenic view of Batu Dam. Proceed on this road for 22-km

and turn left at the T-Junction (28.1-km on your trip-meter).

9. In the heart of Ulu Yam Baru, turn right at 29-km (sign-posted Genting Highlands).

10. Proceed for another ~2-km and at the 4-way intersection, Lucky Like will be on the left hand side of

the road. Turn left at that intersection.

Ride distance: Long: 25km.Short: 10km aprox.

Ride description: Long: The terrain profile looks like the edge of a saw with at least one 160-meter plus climb. It is

muddy and slippery with single track, double track, technical drops, four river/ stream crossings,

open area, palm and rubber.

Short: Will be unknown in distance, but approximately 10-km. The "known" factor is that it will have at

least three hill climbs and one technical descent (single track).

or more info, call Rob on 012 6191 308


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The week ahead T + G Sunday ride 29 November 2009

Tar + Grime by The Don

Weve been receiving a few complaints that PCC rides are getting too flat.

As we aim to please our members, were headed to one of our favourites,El Misty. On a good day, its like riding in the clouds! I kid u not.

Overall fun: Opt A Opt B:

Climbing difficulty: Opt A Opt B:

Road conditions:

Traffic:

Date: 29 November 2009

Time: 7.30 am sharp (please be ready 15mins before)

Start/End: Ulu Langat Community Centre (ULCC), Bt 14 Ulu Langat

GPS Coordinates: N03deg 6.715 E101deg48.900

Option A: ULCC-Bt 18-G.Peres-U-turn at peak-Bt 18-ULCC (54km)

is for people who need to get back early & yet wish to have a

nice workout. A short and doable loop of 54km. Ideal for

newer & returning riders.

Option B: ULCC-Bt 18-G.Peres-U-turn of peak- Semenyih Dam-Sg Tekala food court (refuel)-Bkt Hantu-ULCC (65km)

is for adrenalin junkies. Come get your endorphin-kick with Peres, Tekala & Bkt. Hantu climbs.

Roads are in good nick & vehicular traffic is low off Jln Ulu Langat. Do be careful on the fast down hills after

cresting Bkt Hantu & Genting Peres. Speeds past 70kmh are not unusual. Single-file riding is recommended.

The sugar cane drink as you enter Ulu Langat town is to die for.in fact, its compulsory.

How to get there: Take the Jln Cheras / Kajang highway. Take the first left after Batu 9 Cheras toll and make another

left at police station and head toward Hulu Langat, park at the Community Hall on your left. It is just

after a football field.

Notes: Please bring a spare tube, tire levers, hand pump, cash, hp & your helmet as well. Make sure you hide

anything of value in your car from prying eyes and park considerately.

This is a self-support ride, so do come prepared & be self-sufficient.

While we welcome new riders, if you invite a friend along; kindly be their Ride Buddy (yes, we have a buddy

system too). Besides making it entirely enjoyable & motivating for the newbie, you are doing the Leader a big

favor as he will have his hands full.

Ride Leader: Dennis d Incredible Menace (016-212 2696) if you have any queries on the ride.

See yuh Sunday!!!


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Impromptu Saturday M + D rides

Spare PartsChoy with his ever willingness to ride, be it morning, noon AND night will be taking calls with his mistress

Rachel from the Yeti Clan by his side, he would certainly ride anything and everything as often as he can. So contact him

for the Saturday Goodness at +60123955255. All levels and ride suggestions are always welcomed.

Change positions correctly Slower moving traffic stays to the left; faster traffic to

the right. Never overtake on the left of the group!

Pass slower moving vehicles on the right; announce

your intention to do so

Announce hazards Most cyclists do not have a full view of the road while

riding in a group

Announce potholes and other hazards so others can

avoid them

Call out the hazard and point down to it, either left or

right. No need to yell like a maniac tho.

Watch for traffic from the rear The last rider should frequently check for overtaking

cars

Announce "car back" clearly and loudly

It is also helpful to announce "car up" on narrow

roads or when riding two abreastWatch out at intersections

Leader should announce slowing or stopping at

intersections, if necessary

Cyclists should not follow others through

intersections without first looking for themselves

Each cyclist is responsible for checking cross traffic; if

you must stop, signal

Leave room for cars On narrow road or during climbs, leave space

between every three or four riders

Motorists will utilize the shorter passing intervals to

pass the group

Good relations with motorists is the responsibility ofevery cyclist. Remember, we share the roads with

others; its not our Grandfathers road.

Stop off road When stopping for mechanicals or regrouping, always

move clear off the road

Always indicate you are stopping with your right hand

asking them to overtake you on the right.

Always yield to traffic in the roadway

Rules of Road Riding T + G

Practise Good Peloton Etiquette Everyone in the peloton has to contribute to the

workload. That means taking your fair share of pulls at

the front. Its ok to do shorter pulls, especially if you are

tired. Just do a token pull, indicate and pull off to the

right & back after youve established it is safe to do so.

When you go to the front, always keep a constant &

steady speed. Do not accelerate or show how fast you

are. It is not a race, moron!

Typically everyone climbs at their own pace. So after a

climb, recover & regroup before setting off again.

Do not pull too long at the front. Always reserve some

energy

Ride single file It is illegal in some areas to ride more than two abreast.

Avoid doing this.

In our country, the roads are narrow and winding. It is

better to ride single filed in this case, unless it is safe to

ride a double pace line.

Rules of Road Riding

By The Don

Weekday T + G rides

TUESDAY NIGHT SPECIAL TAMAN TUN (SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS)

Ride distance: 25km (TTDI Damansara Heights TTDI)

Time: 830pm (check in 15mins before)

Meeting place: In front of KSH (Taman Tun Dr Ismail)

Contact person: Shang(016 209 2999) / Amanda (012 659 3838)

THURSDAY NIGHT RIDE NEW (SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS)

Ride distance:

Time: 700pm (70km) / 830pm (35km)

Meeting place: Putrajaya Mosque Car park

Contact person: Vong 016 287 2066

Ride Guideline: Well maintained flat to undulating

roads.

Objectives: Improving endurance,leg strength and

road bike skills (eg. Drafting technique,

signalling, road safety)

COMPULSORY TAIL LIGHTS

FOR ALL NIGHT RIDERS

NO HELMUT, NO RIDE


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Guidelines to Mountain Bike Trail Etiquette

FROM VARIOUS SOURCES IN RELATION TO SHARED TRAILS AND NON BIKE

SPECIFIC TRAILS.

PERSONAL SAFETY- Wear a brain bucket (yes..thats a helmet) whenever you ride.

- Do not travel into remote areas without informing others

- Ride within your capabilities. Ensure that if you want to push your

limits, your buddies are around to support you.

- Know your bike and bring the necessary/essential spares.

RIGHT OF WAY IN RELATION TO OTHERS (NON RIDERS)

- Give way to non motorised trail users, i.e. hikers, horse riders, because

people judge all cyclist by my actions.

- Give way to motorised trail users, i.e. motor cross bikes etc, because

generally we will end up worse off in a an accident.

- Alert others when approaching. Get a bell, or Excuse me works quite

well.

RIGHT OF WAY IN RELATION TO OTHER RIDERS.

- Riders have the right of way. If you are pushing your bike, leave the

riding line open for others to go past.

- Rider up hill has the right of way.

- Allow faster riders to past

SPEED

- Approach turns and bends in anticipation that theres someone there.

- Make your presence know when approaching someone or any turns.

IMPACT ON THE TRAIL- Leave the wildlife and fauna alone. Magic mushrooms are bad for you.- Stay on designated trails and avoid destroying vegetation if possible

- Dont take short cuts over/around technical sections. If you cant ride

it, walk it.

- Learn how to use your front brakes so that you minimise skidding your

rear wheel. If you refuse to learn, then ride only in bike parks where

people are paid to maintain the trails.

- Do not litter. Take out whatever you take in.

- Practise minimal impact riding, take only photos and memories with

you.

FUN- You are to have loads of fun, talk lots of cog, and make good friends on

your ride.

- Develop of sense of humour. Some people say its good for the soul.

FEEL LIKE YOU WANT TO ADD TO THIS? DROP US A LINE. WE WILL ADD IT IF IT MAKES SENSE.


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PLEASE DO NOT CALL US AT THE 11th HOUR ASKING FOR A BIKE. ALLOW 2 DAYS NOTICE MIN

Spare Wheels Project

Your friends have heard you rant about the drops and

the endos and have seen the breathtaking scenery

from your flickr, Facebook and not to forget the fridge

door photos.

They finally want to get off their bum and join you for

a ride but running behind you, sitting on your top tube

or dinking them are probably not the best ways for

them to experience it with you. Of course, he/she

could be shit hot, then no one would probably say

anything.

In any regards, PCC has the SPARE WHEELS PROJECT

underway. Currently made up of generous owner's

bikes, they are available for people to borrow and

ride. Some of them have been ridden more than the

villageernever mind. They've been ridden a lot.

Boon Foo has recently offered his assistance to put

together a few hard tails, and together with what we

have now, we should be able to cater for height

ranging from Snow White's pals to the Yang Mings

who want to give this ago.

In all SERIOUSNESS, if you have someone who wants

to join us for a ride, please do not hesitate to drop us

a line and we WILL do our best to get them a bike for

the next suitable ride. Take note that there will be a

$15.00 charge to cover expenses such as ferrying thebike around (only if you are riding with us), washing it

and of course its ongoing maintenance.

Rob (012 6191 308) / Peter (012 227 4443) /

Alvin (012 3070 830) / Adrian (012 383 2618)

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