September and October , 2010

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Click the links below for our rides schedules.

Rides: Calendar - Summary for September and October

Rides: Detailed descriptions and locations

Seacoast Century - September 25-26, Details - Click HERE

Volunteers Needed for Seacoast Century

About 80 people will be needed to work five-hour shifts in support of the very popular Seacoast Century. If you can help from 7 AM to noon or noon to 5 PM either Saturday, September 25, or Sunday, September 26, please contact our Century Volunteer Coordinator Jean Manning at 603-434-4011, email GSWcontact@aol.com. All volunteers will receive a free event registration for themselves (or another lucky person) plus TWO T-shirts -- the standard "participant" shirt and a special, long sleeved "volunteer" shirt. Please contact Jean for more information.
Additional information on our Volunteer page

Monthly General Meeting Information

For 2010 we will continue the concept of holding our monthly meetings at our sponsoring bike shops. The idea has been well received by both the shops and the membership, although we would appreciate a greater number of members attending.
All 2010 meetings are scheduled for the second Monday of the month, March through October, from 7 - 9 p.m.

September 13 -Goodale’s Bike Shop, Nashua

October 11 - Penman Room,
Southern New Hampshire University,
2500 River, Hooksett

Meeting agenda information

2010 Granite State Wheelman
Annual Banquet and Awards
Sunday, November 7
Details at Special Events

Attention:
Team members needed for
Granite State Wheelmen sustainability study.

"Since its founding in 1971 by three intrepid cycling enthusiasts, the Granite State Wheelmen has become New England's most active adult recreational bicycling club. Through the dedication of many volunteers, GSW promotes safety, education and camaraderie". - GSW website

 In fact, the club accomplishes thousands of hours of work every year with only the volunteer efforts of its members and board and the workload is ever increasing and is quickly growing beyond volunteer capabilities. This was a topic of discussion at our most recent board meeting in January and a decision was made to form a team to study the future sustainability of the club.

Four board members; Dave Topham, Judi Hull, Bill Kennedy, and Bob Koehler have volunteered to be part of the team to study options for club sustainability, and we are requesting club members to join the group to share their ideas. Anyone interested is encouraged to contact Dave Topham at GSW-Office@comcast.net.

Manchester Area Ride Leaders Needed

The Manchester GSW group meeting at Blue Steel Cyclery (formerly Nault’s) is looking for additional ride leaders. We wish to expand the ride offerings of all levels. Want to ride from Manchester but don’t see a ride schedule that works for you? Set your time and pace. Slow, moderate and fast leaders are need for weekdays and weekends. Unable to commit weekly but would like to try leading a ride? Ask about being a back-up ride leader on one of the existing rides.

If you are interested in becoming a ride leader, please contact Dave Holmander at 603-736-8248 home, dave999cyclist@hotmail.com or Tom Smith at 603-566-2587 cell, tthoms@comcast.net or Blue Steel Cyclery at 603-669-7993. Thank you!

Please Consider one of the Open Board Positions

As of this update, September 1, it looks like the following GSW Board positions will be open at the upcoming election at Southern NH University in October:

President, Vice President, Recording Secretary, Treasurer, Pedal Talk Editor, and Publicity.

Do any of these responsibilities fit your interests and abilities?
Please contact Dave Topham GSW-Office@comcast.net

Web Publisher's Comment:
I have been web publisher for several years and have found it rewarding to be part of a very active, congenial club. Any new task may seem intimidating at first but there are plenty of friendly members available to help you find your way with new responsibilities. Please consider being part of a very supportive team!
Barbara Amos

Are you curious about Yoga?

Our Pedal Talk Editor, Laurie Daley is also a certified Yoga Instructor! Click HERE for more information

Click on the rides links above or select the category of your choice in the left-hand column then join the fun! Are you wondering how to get started with the GSW? Check out the "Where Do I Start?" page for some suggestions. Please view our Meetings page. Once you see everything offered by the GSW you may just wish to join the club for only $15.00 a year. Click over to the Memberships page to read more about the club and access our
membership application.

Check out our many rides and events including some local bicycling news and non-bicycling activities listed on our Special Events, Weekend Events, and "Tid-Bits" pages.

You may be interested in some of the many rewarding opportunities to volunteer in club activities. Check Volunteer Ops.

Comments welcome!

Don't see a ride to your liking? Then volunteer to lead your favorite rides, sharing it with new friends. GSW is always looking for energetic, creative volunteers.

Check out our site, and let us know what you think. Please e-mail your comments or ideas to the Web Publisher

Updated 08/31/2010