From: FCC ListServ Member tclark
Date: Thu 4, Mar 2010
Subject: 2010 Events Schedule - Preliminary

The schedule has been assembled and while it isn't done, it needs folks to look at it and point out what is wrong with it.

Check it out at http://www.fairbankscycleclub.org/Events/events2010.pdf

Something missing? Tell us.
Something at the wrong time? Tell us.
Want to put on an event? Tell us.

Who to tell?
FCC Secretary: sec@fairbankscycleclub.org
FCC Web Dude: spokes@fairbankscycleclub.org

Keep in mind, this is not the finished schedule, so no fair printing it and putting it on the fridge. That comes later!

From: FCC ListServ Member christopher.knott
Date: Fri 19, Feb 2010
Subject: FIRST JERSEY ORDER ENDS FEB 24

A reminder, the first order period for the FCC Jersey and other clothing items ends on Feb 24. We have to receive your order either through the post office box or with a Board Member by February 24. If you are included in this order you will receive your jersey, shorts, arm warmers, etc by the end of April.

A second order more than likely will be done mid May but that order will not be back until mid to end of June.

Here is the link to the membership form;

http://www.fairbankscycleclub.org/Club/membership.shtml

If you have questions please let me know.
Stay warm! Haha!

From: FCC ListServ Member christopher.knott
Date: Fri 19, Feb 2010
Subject: BOARD MEETING NOTES from FEBRUARY 18, 2010

Please have a look at the meeting notes from yesterday and comment.

http://www.fairbankscycleclub.org/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=256

Enjoy the weather!!!!

From: FCC ListServ Member christopher.knott
Date: Wed 10, Feb 2010
Subject: Chena Small Tracts MUP

I have cut and pasted the listserves that have been sent regarding this topic and posted each listserv on the forum.

Please take a moment and become familiar with the topic and PLEASE let your opinion be heard. This is a VERY important topic to every cyclist and will affect the safety of each of us.

http://www.fairbankscycleclub.org/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=254&p=443#p443

Thanks for the time and please post your comments.

From: FCC ListServ Member whirving
Date: Wed 10, Feb 2010
Subject: Bike path proposal wording

I suggest that we avoid the "serious cyclist" moniker and adopt something along the lines of high-speed, and low-speed/pedestrian non-motorized traffic. Although I and many of us are "serious" there are several commuters etc...who would use the higher speed and safer bike route on the shoulder. Some may bristle at the use of "serious" and see it as a reference to a small group. I understand the use of it in this forum but in a more public venue these things are often taken out of context or seen in their worst light. I hope this doesn't come off as being nit-picky but I feel it is important. We have to convince a lot of non-cyclists and we cannot appear self important.

Henry

From: FCC ListServ Member fredb
Date: Wed 10, Feb 2010
Subject: Chena Small Tracts MUP

I received the following email about this subject. I'm not sure exactly how to Reply to a Listserve so to make sure everyone has a chance to see it I've copied it.

My intent is making the E-motion was to get things on track to make a decision while a decision matters. I realize such a thing is fairly novel. But, it seems to me this is a case where technology can be used to our benefit.

I accept the text modifications made by Eric. Since we represent the entire community and not just the residents of that area the entire text as modified should be passed.


QUOTE---------------------------------
Fred,


I completely agree with your point of view. Bike paths, as they are called, are really multi-use paths. Walkers, dog walkers, young children on bikes, etc., are much better served by a separated path. (Skiers and dog mushers even use the one on Ballaine Road out in Goldstream Valley.) But more serious cyclists are much better served by a dedicated bike lane. The tough part is getting both.


Here's my suggested edit.


The Fairbanks Cycle Club supports construction of a Multi Use Path adjacent to Chena Small Tracts as is being proposed by residents of that area. However, we clearly state this such a path does not NOT meet the safety and transport needs of the many faster cyclists in the Fairbanks area. Many studies have shown that separated paths are more dangerous for such cyclists. So, we also recommend that a dedicated Bike Lane that is properly marked and maintained and is part of the pavement structure of the road also be added to the request.


Please note, that the last line should only be added if that's what the needs of the local area require. I don't live in the Chena Small Tracts area so I don't know if there are many serious cyclists there. Of course, a dedicated bike lane would serve anyone who might move to the area.


Eric

CLOSE Quote-----------------------------------

Since a dedicated line serves us all throughout the community and this is a State of Alaska matter we should include the entire text as modified.

Next Step:

Next step is for either Joel (Club President) or Jon Bennett (Advocacy Chair) to formally ask for more discussion and give a cutoff time for that discussion.

Then the Club either accepts or rejects the motion; just like in an in-person meeting.

If all goes well we should have a decision by the end of the week.

Fred

From: FCC ListServ Member fredb
Date: Tue 9, Feb 2010
Subject: Chena Small Tracts MUP

I just downloaded the emails that began with Tami Seekins request for lobbying assistance. My first reaction is that we ought to help other citizens as much as we can in their lobbying efforts. By doing so we can expect help in our efforts.

My second reaction is that we need to use more appropriate terminology. What Tami is asking for is more appropriately called a Multi Use Path (MUP), not a Bike Trail or Bike Path.

She clearly describes the intended users as being just about anyone not using motorized transport. As cyclists we know that mix does not safely include higher speed road bikes and, in many cases, bicycle commuters. We also know that maintainence standards for such a MUP need not be as high as for dedicated cycle use and still be safe and useful.

It is in our best interests to support construction of a MUP in that area while, at the same time, pointing out that there is a significant part of the cycling community that is not served by that MUP.

Since the MUP does not fully meet our needs we should ask for her and her group's support in having a dedicated Bike Lane installed concurrent with the MUP.

To put it into formal motion form for action by the other members of the Advocacy Commmittee and by the Board:

"The Fairbanks Cycle Club supports construction of a Multi Use Path adjacent to Chena Small Tracts as is being proposed by residents of that area. However, we clearly state this does not meet the safety and transport needs of many cyclist in the Fairbanks area. So, we also recommend a dedicated Bike Lane that is properly marked and maintained and is part of the pavement structure of the road."

I'm not enamoured by the preceding language. So, if anyone wants to edit it feel free.

Fred

From: FCC ListServ Member fcc
Date: Tue 9, Feb 2010
Subject: i agree with steve.....

My thoughts largely echo Steves--I'm also in the "opposed to separated bike paths" group.

The general public doesn't know, understand, or care the differences between a 10 year old kid riding on a bike path at 6mph, a DUI-biker weaving down the sidewalk, and one of us on a TT bike doing 35mph. To them, it's a person on two wheels that's in their way.

As such, they want to separate us from being on "their" road. If we continue to build separated bike paths, the demographic that will lose will be those of us that consider ourselves serious cyclists.

From: FCC ListServ Member clautice
Date: Tue 9, Feb 2010
Subject: Opposed to Chena Small Tracks bike trail

Below is an email I sent to Tami Seekins and Joe Thomas. I think it's time the bike club take a stand against bike trails and support bike lanes:

As a member of the Fairbanks Cycle Club I am opposed to separate bike paths. Separate bike lanes on an existing road, or wide shoulders are much safer for bicyclists, easier to maintain and more cost efficient. There is a lot of literature available regarding this and I am happy to research and send it to you. Personally I can give you horror stories about cars crossing blindly and at high speed coming out from driveways that cross the bike trail on Chena Pump Road and elsewhere in town. In addition, the bike trails quickly deteriorate and develop inches-wide cracks from frost heaves and roots and collect glass that's infrequently swept. For these reasons I always ride on the shoulder of Chena Pump and obey the rules of the road. If a walking trail is needed on Chena Small Tracks Road, I'm not opposed, but please don't try to get one put in under the quise of a "needed bike trail." Widened shoulders or a separate bicycle lane would be much preferable.
Karen Clautice

From: FCC ListServ Member gcorth
Date: Tue 9, Feb 2010
Subject: Chena Small Tracks Bike Path

tamiseekins@hotmail.com

Hi, My name is Tami Seekins, and I am on a mission and I'm hoping you will assist me. I got your email from the trails advisory committee webpage.



I am on a campaign to try to get a bike path/safety trail for Chena Small Tracks. It is a high use road with no shoulder and no alternate path for people, kids, snowmachines, atv etc to use.



I'm working with Senator Thomas' office, we have pictures, and a DOT construction estimate. He is willing to put in a line item request but he requires LOTS of letters of support. Unfortunately they HAVE to be received by Feb. 12th and I only have a week to get as many letters in as possible from as many people and organizations.



I'm asking that you read why this is so important and that it would move you to write a short letter of support to Senator Thomas' office



Here is his email address: senator_joe_thomas@legis.state.ak.us



Let me explain why this is so important:



I'll begin with Woodriver Elementary School. The school is situated just a short distance away. For those families living on the opposite side of Chena Small Tracks towards the river, there is NO bus service. That means, kids who ride their bikes to school or walk to school have to use a BUSY road that is shared with cars, snow machines, etc.



Again, let me reiterate, that there is NO bike bath and the road has NO shoulder. Not only is there no safe path for them to walk, there are no lights to help driver’s see small children. This is particularly dangerous during snow falls, and ice fog during our dark winters. The safety of these children should not be in jeopardy as they attempt to get to school. As the population density has increased over the last 10 years, there have been no upgrades in terms of a path or shoulder to accommodate users: both in terms of drivers, and pedestrians.



The school also likes to encourage outdoor fitness and in the spring time they encourage parents to drop their kids off at the pump house and they (teachers and kids) walk to Woodriver together - on the main road which has substantial year-round traffic. The Woodriver PTA is involved in getting a petition and letters of support from parents and is concerned about child safety.

It is also a very popular community access road. As you may know, at the end of the road is a borough park and a very popular boat launching site to the Chena river.



During the spring, summer and fall, it is very common to see people walking/running, the elderly as well as young children, mother's pushing strollers, kids on bikes, people with their pets, including riders on horseback as well as ATV users....down the road from about 6 in the morning until late hours of the evening in the summer. I have seen many close calls between pedestrians and vehicles. I have to reiterate that it is a popular road and the opportunities to be outside and to have access to the water make it again a very high use road. Safety should be our first priority.

In the winter, many cars and snow machines access the ice road via Chena small tracks. Snow and ice can make condition a bit scary if there are people walking their dogs, pulling their kids on sleds, or skiing. With the continued traffic using Chena Small tracks as their access to airport road, the traffic does not decrease during the winter months.


The potential for a naturally occurring “outdoor classroom” is possible for the students of Woodriver. Having direct access to the river provides so many opportunities to learn about nature, wildlife, ecology, soil, riparian zones etc, that it seems like a waste not to have a safe avenue for the children to be able to go and access that outdoor classroom.

In summary, the safety of all users of this road is a high priority whether you live in this area, are visiting or just accessing our naturally occuring resources. I am asking that you consider writing a letter of support to Senator Thomas indicating that you consider it important that a path be constructed down Chena Small Tracks.


Thanks so much!

Tami

From: FCC ListServ Member christopher.knott
Date: Mon 8, Feb 2010
Subject: JERSEY ORDER => Returned by February 24

The membership form and the clothing order form are now ready to go!! Go to this link and print off the membership form, fill out the information, make out your check, and send the information to the FCC mailbox listed (PO Box 83424 // 99708). It's that easy!

If the form is returned by FEBRUARY 24 your order will be included in the first shipment which is scheduled to arrive toward the end of April. If you are after that order it will not be until first part of June for the second order to arrive.

=> MEMBERSHIP AND CLOTHING FORM ::
http://www.fairbankscycleclub.org/Club/membership.shtml
=> JERSEY AND SHORT DESIGN ::
http://www.fairbankscycleclub.org/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=238

** If you are ordering the shorts/bibs please designate either blue paneling or yellow paneling (FCC is listed on the side paneling and Alaska on the back).

From: FCC ListServ Member christopher.knott
Date: Fri 5, Feb 2010
Subject: RIDE FOR ALS

Saturday February 6 at the Alaska Club Fairbanks South location there will be a fundraiser for Muscular Dystrophy Association to cure ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). The open "spin bike" ride is available to both members and nonmembers at no cost. Any donation amount is accepted but a $50 donation will get you an MDA t-shirt.

They have broken down the three hour event to three ride times. The first is at 2:45 - 3:35, the second from 3:40 - 4:30 and the last is from 4:40 until 5:30. Ride one session or all three!

Register at the front desk and enjoy the ride!!

From: FCC ListServ Member peter.wilda
Date: Wed 3, Feb 2010
Subject: 2010 TOF Schedule

2010 Tour of Fairbanks
Though the snow and darkness are still with us it is never too soon to start planning the summer and marking down dates for important events such as the 2010 Tour of Fairbanks! So to give incentive for those hours on the trainer here is the tentative schedule for the TOF. I’ll keep you updated as permits get signed and final details are worked out. Hope to see you in June!


PARKS HWY UPHILL PROLOGUE (INDIVIDUAL TIME TRIAL)
Stage 1 June 10, 2010
Open to all riders, GC and day riders
Start at the Ester Fire Station with the finish about 5 miles out the Parks at the Monument turnout.
Race Start: Open Field 6:00pm with 30 sec intervals
Womens/Sport/Masters follow at 30 sec intervals.


CHENA HOTSPRINGS ROAD RACE
Stage 2 Friday June 11, 2010
Open to all riders, GC and day riders
Starting on Nordale Road out to Chena Hot Springs Resort and back to Valley Center. This is a new stage for the TOF and will clock out around 85 miles. The race climbs through some hills and comes screaming out into the newly paved “flats.” All fields ride out to a turn around point near the hot springs itself then back across the flats finishing at Valley Center.
Race Start: Open: 12:00
Womens: 12: 05
Sport: 12:10
Masters: 12:15


CHATANIKA INDIVIDUAL TIME TRIAL 20k
Stage 3 Saturday June 12, 2010 in the morning.
Open to all riders, GC and day riders
This stage starts and finishes for all fields at the Chatanika lodge. All riders will race on a 20k out and back course on a flat road with decent pavement.
Race Start: Open: 10am with riders going out at 30sec intervals. Start order is based on current GC standings going out slowest to fastest.
Womens/Sport/Masters will start following the open field with GC riders going out first in each field.



CHATANIKA ROAD RACE
Stage 4 Saturday June 12, 2010 in the afternoon.
RACE ONLY OPEN TO GC RIDERS IN ALL FIELDS
The Chatanika Road race has two lengths. The start and finish for all riders is at the Chatanika Lodge.
Open riders will go out approximately 35 miles to a turn around and come back. Women/Sport/Masters will go out about 20 miles and turn around. Sprints for the Open and Womens fields will be located at the same spot on the way out and the way back approximately 15 miles out from the start line.
Race Start: Open: 1:00pm
Womens start: 1:05
Sport: 1:10
Masters: 1:15


GLOBE CREEK ROAD RACE
Stage 5 Sunday June 13, 2010
OPEN FOR GC RIDERS ONLY IN ALL FIELDS
Billed as the finest stage in Alaska the Globe Creek Road Race could be a one day classic stand alone. This mother of all stages starts and finishes at the Silver Gulch Brewery and rides out the Elliot Hwy to one of two turn around points. The open field climbs past Wickersham dome and descends to the turn around at Globe Creek. The Womens/Sport/Masters turn around is at mile 28 (White Mt Pull Out) and return to the finish. Sprints for the Open and Womens will be on the way out and on the return, at the same point on the flats in the Chatanika river valley.
Race Start: Open: 9:30am
Womens: Start at 10:15am
Sport: Start at 10:25am
Masters: 10:30a

From: FCC ListServ Member awells1977
Date: Wed 3, Feb 2010
Subject: Carpool to Little Su 50K/Susitna 100

Hello all, i'm wondering if anyone would like to carpool to the Little Su 50K/Susitna 100 next weekend? I noticed a few Fairbanks folks on the roster. I am planning on driving and can take one other person with a bike or skis. I am planning on staying with friends in Anchorage, and then driving to the start early on the 13th. I will leave Fairbanks around 8:00 am on Friday Feb. 12 and head back on the 14th or 15th. My schedule is pretty flexible so let me know if you want to carpool and we'll see what we can work out.

Aaron Wells

From: FCC ListServ Member christopher.knott
Date: Mon 1, Feb 2010
Subject: OTHER JERSEY ACCESSORIES

Wow! I have had a LOT of emails with different requests for clothing and corresponding prices. Here is the link to the jersey printer. The prices listed is what the club will be charging (no markup). Non member price will be higher.

When you email your interest, please include SIZE of anything you are interested in and if your ordering shorts which type of shorts (plain or bib). Remember when looking at the list we are doing the CUSTOMIZABLE choices. Non custom choices WILL NOT apply to our order.

http://champ-sys.com/custom/cycling?limit=all

From: FCC ListServ Member christopher.knott
Date: Mon 1, Feb 2010
Subject: JERSEY CONTEST WINNER!!

And the winner is....

http://www.fairbankscycleclub.org/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=238

Please let me know if you are interested (no payment now, just interest) in ordering so you can have your jersey in April (and the whole season). Otherwise you will not be able to get yours until end of May when we receive the second order.

Thanks to all who participated!!