Granite State Wheelmen - New England's most active recreational bicycling club

March and April , 2010

Welcome to the GSW Web Site -

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Click the links below for our rides schedules.

Rides: Calendar - Summary for March and Aprild April

Rides: Detailed descriptions and locations

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.

March 8 ,S & W Sports , Concord

April 12, Gus' Bike Shop, North Hampton

Meeting agenda information

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.

Save the Date - September 25, 26, 2010
Annual GSW Tri-State Seacoast Century Ride
More information coming soon!

Review of the 2009 GSW Tri-State Seacoast Century

Check Special Events for information about:

Off-Season pizza parties for Salem Area GSW Riders

AMC Boston Chapter Bicycling Committee
BIKE REPAIR AND INFORMATION WORKSHOP
Saturday, March 27, 2010

Seacoast Tour De Forts
Something different: Bike, walk, and talk along the waterfront!
Sunday, May 16, 2010

Traffic Skills 101
Brunswick, Maine
July, 2010

Manchester Area Ride Leaders Needed

The Manchester GSW group meeting at Nault's Cyclery wishes to increase the riding options for the different riding levels which are showing up for the 5:30 PM Wednesday rides. We wish to develop a series of rides along the same lines as the Concord group which has several different rides going out. We need more ride leaders for fast and slow rides.

If you are interested in being a Ride Leader, please contact Dave Holmander at Nault's Cyclery, 603-669-7993, cell 603-770-3970, home 603-736-8248 or email dave99cyclist@hotmail.com

Thank You!

Concord Riders - Check for News HERE

Turtle Leaders Needed!

Can you commit to leading Turtle riders for even only one Wednesday or Saturday this summer? It is an important way to support and encourage these cyclists! Leaders unfamiliar with the area can choose from a variety of cue sheets to help guide their group on an appropriate route. Cathy Yeager 603-224-0346 cyeagersecretarialservices@comcast.net

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.

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