PSYClists Conquer River Road and Cold in Tour de Gruene

Kate Herrington, Rene and Bernadette Solórzano, Monte Bobele, Joan Biever, Danny Dominguez, Sylvia Rapini, and Heather Shealy

With the temperatures hovering in the mid 40s Saturday morning, the PSYClists made their 3rd appearance in the annual Tour de Gruene in Gruene Texas. The PSYClists’ colorful jerseys caught the eye of the ride starter who announced OLLU’s presence in the tour. The day was perfect for this ride – sunny, cool, and lots of friendly cyclists having a good time.

This event raises money for the American Red Cross and the Sally Kingsbury Sarcoma Foundation.

Sylvia and Kate at the rest stop

Early Packet Pickup for Tour de Gruene

“Optional” Early Packet Pick-up Party for pre-registered entrants will be held at Bike World 1604  in San Antonio on Thursday October 28th from 6 to 9 pm. Getting your rider’s bib and other materials early will get you onto the start line quicker on the day of the ride.

San Antonio BCycle Coming

Check out the website. And this video

Short term bike rentals coming to San Antonio downtown area. We saw something similar in Mexico City last spring.

Rental Bikes in México City

The rates are going to be very reasonable:

24-hour – $5.00 30-day – $30.00 7-day – $20.00 Annual – $65.00 Student Annual* – $45 Senior (65+) Annual** – $45

bcycle.com

Saturday Ride October 23rd

A beginner’s ride will begin at the Loop 410 entrance to Tobin Park at 9AM. Distances of 3 to 9 miles.

A longer, intermediate ride will begin in the parking lot of The Yard at 9AM. 20 to 30 miles.

Directions to start points are in earlier posts.

Tour in Training Shirt – Free if you raise $100

Sign up for the Tour de Cure. Raise $100 by the end of December. Get this shirt for free!

Early Registration for Tour de Gruene Ends Tomorrow

TdG Early Registration ends tomorrow – Thursday – October 21st.  Incentives
to register online early include a $10 discount on the entry fee!  A unique
collector t-shirt!  AND an $8 Wurstfest admittance ticket!  These incentives
are only guaranteed to registrants that use our online registration process.
We give incentives to early registrants because we really want to know our
numbers ahead of time to help plan for food, security, volunteers and
support.

The history, charm, and ambiance of the unique town of Gruene, between
Austin and San Antonio, provide the perfect setting for our Tour de Gruene
Bicycle Classic events that meander along the tree lined banks of the
Guadalupe River and the enchanting limestone cliffs of the Balcones Fault.
There are relaxation stations set up around the course so that you will be
able to stop for restrooms, replenish your liquids and get a snack before
continuing.

Enjoy the camaraderie of a beautiful bike ride alongside fellow cyclists who
share your love of touring the beautiful countryside – and then return to
enjoy the charm and ambiance of Gruene – or ride into New Braunfels to the
Wursthalle to join in on the German Festivities. (if you register online.
your ticket is free!)  On our website you can also get a sneak peak at our
event t-shirt graphic by Roger Christian and Company.  It is one of our best
ever – and guaranteed to those who pre-register online by October 21st.

This will be our 27th year of hosting the Tour de Gruene Fall Bicycle
Classic.  Tours take place on Saturday morning, October 30th.  This year
there are 4 tour lengths: 17, 31, 46 and a longer 64 mile route for those
that like a little more challenge. Online fees are $40 for adults and $20
for children and will be accepted through midnite, October 21st.

If you know of a friend that might be interested in the Tour de Gruene
Recreational Rides, please forward them this email.

We hope to see everyone in Gruene!

Maps and more online – – –  tourdegruene. com

Tour de Cure is June 4 & 5

At the start of the 2009 Tour de Cure

I am hoping the PSYClists can have an impressive presence at the Tour de Cure again this year. This is a fun charity ride from  San Antonio to Austin, with an overnight stay in San Marcos. The registration is only $15 per rider right now. The fund-raising commitment is $200. I think everyone can meet the fund-raising goal – we have seven months to work on it. I will be posting more information about this ride over the next few weeks. In the meantime, if you want to join the PSYClists’ team for this ride go to the PSYClists’ team page at the Tour de Cure to sign up.

Tour de Gruene October 30th

The Tour de Gruene has become a psychology department tradition.

Come ride along the beautiful River Road along the Guadalupe River! No fundraising required. Registration fee includes: a t-shirt and a ticket to Wurstfest. This is a fully supported ride.

Check their website. Online Pre-registration closes Thursday, October 21, 2010 @ midnight. Register now. Late registration is possible, but they will accept late registrations with entry fees of $50 per adult, $25 per child.  Late registration opportunities will be Thursday, October 28th at Bike World 1604 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm., and also at the event on Saturday morning.

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Weekend Ride Update

Last Saturday morning was a great day for a bike ride. Three of us (Kathleen, Heather, and MB)  left the Yard to join Danny D at the Tobin Park Trailhead. All of us rode between 27 and 30 miles.

Plans are to do a beginner’s ride and an intermediate ride next weekend.

The beginner’s ride will again start at the northern entrance of Tobin Park and will have distances from 3 to nine miles.

The link for the start point is:

http://www.texastrails.org/GoogleMaps/dsp_trailmap.cfm?id=1351
This is off the access road on the south side of Loop 410 between Harry Wurzbach and Perrin Beitel.

I would like to propose an intermediate ride that leaves at 9AM and begins at Mission San Jose. That way those of us who want a different ride can sleep a little later. I can take one additional rider if someone would like to carpool. We will meet in the parking lot behind the Mission and ride along the San Antonio River for a beautiful ride. A link to the Mission is below:

http://www.mapquest.com/mq/7-LRBg78GaVVqP

Alternatively, we could leave The Yard at 9AM and ride south to Mission Espada and back, about 30 miles.

Please leave a comment with your time and distance preferences. Please see the list of suggested items to bring with you on a ride in an earlier posting below. Please wear a helmet – it’s the law. Please bring a spare tube – you never know when you are going to have a flat. Hydration is important – bring some water or a sports drink!