Reflection, Reparation, Repentation, Rejuvination, and Recreation

Reflection, Reparation, Repentation, Rejuvination, and Recreation
Having fun on the Midnight Beast

Tuesday, October 14, 2008



Mike H. Sighting

So, I've heard about this rig almost daily from my son, who goes to the same school as Mike's boys. Apparently he rolls up after school to pick them up in this Florida-style trike that was left out for trash pickup. 

Today he delivered the kids to school on it. "It's heavy. The weight of 6 bmx bikes", says Mike. The cast iron frame and tractor seat do make for a solid ride, and my guess is that it's fun as long as you're not pedalling uphill--it's only one speed, with only the front caliper brake, so any big downhilling could be scary....

It's basically 'mint' save for some oxidation on the shiny bits, which Mike intends to buff right, some quiet winter evening. Good luck with that Mike. 

It's pretty basic in terms of decor, and I'm waiting for some sort of Sheldon Brown mojo--this bike would be right up his 'alley'.....I think actually this trike was his last ride, before the MS took him.


Thursday, October 2, 2008

Wompatuck Trail Care Day Sunday, October 12th, 8:30 am............


Wompatuck Trail Care Day October 12th, 8:30-12:00
Friends of Wompatuck, jointly with SEMass NEMBA, is hosting the last
2008 Trek Bicycles/NEMBA Trail Care Day in Wompatuck on Sunday, Oct
12th.
Slated for the day are bridge repairs/building, as well as general
trail clearing.We'll carpool/hike out to the work sites, but if you
prefer to ride and work, a roving crew will survey the trails and take
care of deadfalls, etc.
Dress appropriate for the weather and the work. Eye protection,
hydration, snack, and bug spray recommended. Bring your favorite
lopper, trail saw, and work gloves.
Lunch will be provided by Friends of Wompatuck, and an apres-work ride
is always an option.

Steve Cobble
FOW/SEMass NEMBA
cobblestv@gmail.com
781....254....8796
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If you worried about falling off the bike, you'd never get on.--Lance Armstrong

http://www.semassnemba.org
www.friendsofwompatuck.org
http://1wheeldrive.blogspot.com/index.html
http://www.mountainbikechurch.com/

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day, Wompatuck State Park, Oct 4


Take-a-Kid
Mountain Biking!
Saturday, October 4th, 2008
9am-12noon
Wompatuck State Park, Hingham, MA Visitor Center

• Get out in the woods and ride with your favorite kid(s)!
• Come join Friends of Wompatuck , Trail Watch Wompatuck,
New England Mountain Bike Association,
and International Mountain Bike Association on
a led mountain bike ride on the trails in Wompatuck State Park.
• Experienced ride leaders from Trail Watch Wompatuck
will be on hand to guide you on an age-appropriate journey.
• Bring bikes, helmets, water, bug spray,
weather-appropriate clothing, and kids!
• Pembroke Ski Market will be on hand to help fix mechanical
difficulties, and we'll have some hot chocolate and snacks for après
ride treats.
• Come prepared to learn about bike safety, skills, and most
importantly, how to have FUN on a Mountain Bike!!
Contact Steve Cobble at: cobblestv@gmail.com
Or 781-254-8796 for more details
For directions to Wompatuck State Park, go to :
http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/southeast