Pibby's Bicycle Repair in a new location in Jan. '11!

Pibby's Bicycle Repair is moving to a new location in January 2011! The last day in the Marshall Street location is this Saturday, December 18. Beginning on Tuesday, there will be a week-long Moving Sale: All in-stock merchandise is 20% off! This includes Linus Bikes, Atlas Bikes, helmets from Bern & Lazer, locks from Kryptonite, tires, tubes, parts and accessories. Everything that is for sale, is on-sale!

As for the new location: the shop is moving to 209 West Broad Street and also will change it's name to Pibby's Bicycle & Skate. Not only will we be carrying a broader range of bicycles, but skateboards and roller skates too! The shop will reopen during First Friday on January 7th, 2011. Check it out!



CCVA Thread Here...

“A Day In The Park For Wayne” on Saturday, December 4 at 2:00 p.m.

MOUNTAIN BIKERS: A Wayne Goodman Benefit– “A Day In The Park For Wayne” on Saturday, December 4 at 2:00 p.m. at the main shelter (shelter #2) in Forest Hill Park.The plan is to spend “A Day in the Park for Wayne”.

We will be taking donations and selling “G-Man” t-shirts where all proceeds will go towards helping Wayne with his finances. We will have coffee, hot cider, brownies, cookies and anything anyone else would like to donate.

Wayne is has a long recovery ahead of him @ the VCU Medical Center’s spinal cord rehabilitation unit after suffering from a mountain bike accident earlier this fall.

For the last 5+ years, Wayne has donated literally thousands of hours of his time as well as money, blood, sweat and tears, to help create/maintain our downtown trails and now he is in need of our help.

Please STOP in and say, "Thanks," by helping out a friend in need.

We are also planning to post a donation link on Wayne’s website at http://cantholdagoodmandown.com/ in order that donations can be accepted from individuals or groups wishing to help out but don’t have the availability to attend fund raising activities.

Additional events are now being discussed and further information will be provided as the details are confirmed.Wayne remains very positive in his recovery and his rehab team reports very encouraging progress. The road is going be long and Wayne knows this will be the toughest race of his life. As a team, all of us can pull together to help someone who has enabled us to enjoy a park that is unique not only in Virginia but on a national level.

Thank you! (remember - come on out and start early but be sure to either park at "Wayne's Shelter" or drop by and drop off a small donation)

“A Day In The Park For Wayne” on Saturday, December 4 at 2:00 p.m. Forum Thread

Wayne Goodman - December 4th Fundraiser!

Hey All,
I wanted to post this up to share with everyone the "Wayne Goodman - December 4th Fundraiser"

Update on Wayne Goodman - December 4th Fundraiser
Wayne continues to do well in his recovery and as usual, continues to maintain a very positive attitude towards his recovery. A group of Wayne's friends have created a website with information about his accident and updates to his recovery. They will be having the first of many fundraisers to help Wayne with his medical expenses. Please see the press release below for the first event.

Press Release: Friday November 5, 2010

Benefit for Wayne Goodman – “A Day In The Park For Wayne”

Wayne Goodman, local trail builder and friend to the James River Park, was recently injured riding his mountain bike on his beloved JRP trails. He is recovering at the VCU Medical Center’s spinal cord rehabilitation unit. Wayne, who has donated literally thousands of hours of his time as well as money, blood, sweat and tears, is now in need of our help.

A small committee of his friends has formed to plan events and other means to help Wayne in his time of need. We are announcing the first event which will occur on Saturday, December 4 at 1:30 p.m. at the main shelter (shelter #2) in Forest Hill Park (note: this is the shelter area where Wayne’s fateful accident occurred). To get there, you should enter the park by heading north on 42nd Street, then turn right into the park at New Kent Avenue.

The plan is to spend “A Day in the Park for Wayne”. We will be taking donations and selling “G-Man” t-shirts where all proceeds will go towards helping Wayne with his finances. The location will be the main shelter at the back of the park. We will have coffee, hot cider, brownies, cookies and anything anyone else would like to donate.

We are also planning to post a donation link on Wayne’s website at http://cantholdagoodmandown.com/ in order that donations can be accepted from individuals or groups wishing to help out but don’t have the availability to attend fund raising activities.

Additional events are now being discussed and further information will be provided as the details are confirmed.

Wayne remains very positive in his recovery and his rehab team reports very encouraging progress. The road is going be long and Wayne knows this will be the toughest race of his life.

As a team, all of us can pull together to help someone who has enabled us to enjoy a park that is unique not only in Virginia but on a national level.

Thank you!

2011 Giant Anthem X 1,2, & 3 29er RECALL

Name of Product: 2011 Model Year Anthem Giant Bicycles


Importer: Giant Bicycle Inc., of Newbury Park, Calif.
Manufacturer: Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Taiwan

Description: This recall involves 2011 model year Giant Anthem X 29er 1, 2 and 3 model bicycles. The sizes sold in small, medium and large.
Hazard: The frame can crack at the junction of the seat post and top tube, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Number of Effected Units: About 370
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair.

Sold by: Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide during August 2010 for between $2,200 and $3,500.

For additional information: Contact Giant Bicycle at 1- (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.giant-bicycles.com

JRPS & Richmond-MORE Trail Building Class, Sat., Oct. 23rd, 2010

Greetings Fellow Mountain Bikers and Trail Enthusiasts,

The James River Park System and RA-MORE will be conducting a trail building and maintenance class on Saturday, October 23rd starting at 9:00am. The morning session of the class will be held at the Stone House in Forest Hill Park. Following a short break for lunch, the class will then continue to a section of the North Bank Trail which is slated for a re-route. The afternoon session will end around 4:00pm.

Topics covered in this class will include the following:

* Sustainable trail design
* Basic Construction
* Turns, drainage, and bridges
* Trail re-routes
* Trail reclamation
* Rock Work
* Mechanized trail building vs. manual trail building
* Effective use of signage
* Political environment

The class will be taught by Nathan Burrell and Mike Burton of the James River Park System.

Nathan, the James River Park System trails manager, brings a wealth of knowledge to urban trail building and has lectured at the state and national level on sustainable trail building in an urban environment.

Mike, a principal in Long Cane Trails LLC, is a professional trail builder who just relocated to the Richmond area and is now on the staff of the James River Park System. Mike has extensive experience in urban trail building and mechanized trail building in particular. Go to Mike's website at http://www.longcanet.../portfolio.html to see examples of his work.

This class is a unique opportunity to gain insight into the rationale behind the methodologies and techniques we use to design and maintain the trails in the James River Park System. Participation in this class will greatly enhance your appreciation and evaluation of the local trail system.

Class participation will be limited to 25 participants. The class is free and open to the public. Food and beverage will be provided by RA-MORE.

For registration information, contact Clark Jones at C.Jones0679@comcast.net.

Where: The Stone House in Forest Hill Park. Located across the street from Crossroads Coffee Shop.

When: Saturday, October 23rd, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Length: 1 Day

Cost: Free, Class limited to 25 participants

Bring: Water, work gloves, sturdy shoes, and an open mind

Shots Fired on Belle Island

Apparently quite a few folks witnessed police activity on Belle Island on Monday night, Sept. 13th.

Reports from fellow cyclists are saying that people were being told to leave the island and while people on the island were being told to get off.

The same cyclists are also saying that the shooter took aim at a fellow cyclist.

If you have any comments, questions, or info. to add, please head to this thread on CyclingCentralVa.org.
Belle Islnad Shots Fired Thread.

Pizza Crawl, the sequel

Pizza Crawl Part 2.

Bikes and Pizza with the CBC and Pamparius dudes. If you attended last time, you know the deal. If you're new, here goes.

Bring cash. We will be hitting up the best pizza sluts in the area. We order several pies, you slip us bills for a slice or two.

Bring lights. It will probably be dark out by some point so we want you to be safe. Helmets are worth bonus points.

We'll have shirts this time. Lets party.

Talk about it here on the CyclingCentralVa.org Pizza Crawl Thread

CyclingCentralVa promotes all things Cycling in Richmond, Virginia and beyond!

18 Hours Scout's Honor Race, August 21-22, 2010

Richmond's mountain bike racing is back and better than ever! You guessed it, 18hrs Scout's Honor Race held on August 21 & 22, 2010.

Registration is open and as we get closer to the race, entry fees gain in cost, so sign up early, sign up now!

Too hot to camp? Lodging is available too (for a nominal additional fee).

18Hr Discussion Thread on CyclingCentralVa.org.

9 Hrs of Camp Hilbert

Mountain bike racing is definitely alive and well in Richmond, Va, & here's proof! A completely new race that was just introduced a few months back, 9 Hrs Of Camp Hilbert thread.


Wanting to be on a team?

We have several people looking to form/complete their relay team. If you're looking for a team please email me, markjunkermann@hotmail.com so I can put you in contact with others in need. We need are looking for beginner, sport and expert riders. We'll match you up with the level team you're looking for.... some are in it just for fun and others are looking to fight for every position.

Event is Aug 7, 2010
Location is Camp Hilbert (10 minutes west of Short Pump)
Course is a 6 mile loop

More information about Mountain Biking in Richmond, Virginia, or neighboring states can be found on CyclingCentralVa.org!
Mountain Bike Trail Information
Mountain Bike, Road, Training Rides, Events, & More...

Bike Backpacking Trip (how to, planning, equipment, etc)

I've know quite a few folks who have thought about Bike Backpacking Trips for quite a while now, so finally someone started a thread to bring this idea to the forefront.

Interested? Done it? Have ideas? Questions? Head to the thread link below!

CCVA Thread...

CaryTown Bike Company does Pizza Crawl PART II

Hey all,

Not better way to spend a night than with fellow cyclists, riding, & eating pizza. Oh yeah, & throw in some beer along the way.

When: July 31
Where: Richmond (proper)
Meetup: Carytown Bike Company
Time: 7pm

Link to thread...

Extra, Extra: Xterra Changes Start time to "Beat the Heat."

New Start Times:XTERRA Sport Race – 7:30 a.m.XTERRA East Championship Race – 8:00 a.m.

Also moved up:- Transition set-up, body marking, and late packet pick-up will start at 6am.- XTERRA Sport Awards starts at 11am, Championship Awards at 12:30pm- Bike Cut-off time for XTERRA East Champs is now 12 noon.

Full Info. Info Thread...

Massive DNS server issue

Hey Folks,
I'm really sorry, but the host of CCVA.org is having some massive server issues and despite my best efforts, I'm unable to secure the site for any length of time.

I'm working on it the best I can and hope to have it up ASAP!

Thank you,
Admin

Mountain Bikers have your voice heard.

The George Washington National Park and Sherando are looking for your input as it pertains to the trails you ride at/& near Sherando Park.

Please vote in the poll to illustrate mt. bike use at Sherando......
You can vote more than one choice. ...

I'll give the results of this poll to the Forest Service at the plan meeting on Monday, April 19, 2010 (6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.) at Rockbridge County High School, 143 Greenhouse Road, Lexington, VA 24450.

Somehow, mt bike use was missed at Kelly Mountain (aka Sherando), we'll need to get it added back to the doc that's linked below.

Other areas are well represented thanks to the hard work by mt bikers.

Capability and Availability Results begin on page 14 of this document GWNF: Forest Plan pdf

Thanks!

Vote Here on your favorite Sherando Trail.

Fire in Pocahontas State Park 3/20/10

NEWS FLASH:

Pocahontas State Park had a fire overnight that burned near Lakeview. They cut a few fire breaks around the trails and smoke is in the air all the way down to the dam. The fire is out but it is smoking still.

Follow Forums Thread: **Warning Forest Fire in PSP***
Comment on CCVA FaceBook:

Anyone with more information, please feel free to comment.

Camp Hilbert Mountain Bike Series: Race 1 Postponed

RunRideRace has decided to postpone Camp Hilbert Race 1 and move it to April 11th due to trail conditions.

RunRideRace will also be looking to have a trailcare day prior to the race, more details to come...

Speaking of trailcare, V.O.R.S. is now incorporating PayDirt into their race points. It works by you volunteering time to trailcare & as you accumulate hours, those hours turn into points added to you V.O.R.S. standings!!

It might be the difference between 1st and last place!

Friends of Pocahontas & CapAle House form Fundraiser!

Hello Pocahantas State Park Loves,

I'd like to share with you an exciting opportunity that we've been able to take advantage of in partnership with Capital Ale House.

During the month of March, anytime you attend CapAle House on a Thursday, CAH will donate 25% of food sales to FoPSP.

You must present a copy of the listed Pdf flyer for this to work, so please download and print it out!

So to recap:

Every Capital Ale House, every Thursday, all March.
This is a delicious way to help raise funds for FoPSP in order to support Pocahontas State Park. Hopefully, donations raised will offset the costs that will be incurred by our weekend volunteer events in April.

So please print this attachment, make copies, and share with your friends and family (please do not distribute at the door at CAH locations).
Let's get the word out! And while you're there, please "raise a glass" to the folks at Capital Ale House for their generosity with this program.

Forums Thread:
Flyer PDF:

Road Tire / Rim combinations explained

Rims and tires come in all sizes, including varying height and width. While sizes can be easily explained, often the question arises over the confusion between Tubular and Clincher rim / tire combinations.

Here is some general information about the characteristics of both Tubular and clincher variations.

TUBULAR TIRES:
Pros:
Tubular tires are a tube and tire all-in-one, held to the rim using glue.
Tubular tires are used by majority of competitive cyclists for various reasons listed below:
~ lowest rolling resistance
~ lighter than a clincher set up
(Both tubular rims and tires when compared to their clincher counterparts offer a significant weight savings)
~ Use higher tire PSI
~ Safety & stability: While not the best idea, tubular systems are fairly easy to ride on when a flat occurs

Cons:
~ Changing a flat means needing a new tire and time for glue to cure
~ More expensive to maintain due to inability to simply replace or patch a tube when a flat occurs.

CLINCHER TIRES:
Pros:
~ Ease of use for every day riding: Patching or repairing flats can be done road side
~ Tubes and tires are separate, so they can be replaced independent from each other
~ Many tire and tube choices available, all shops should have some tire in stock to fit your clincher rim
Cons:
~ Combination use of inner tube, rim liner, & tire causes heavier weight
~ Clincher rims have more metal used to hold the tire to the rim, adding more weight
~ Materials used in clincher tires can cause higher rolling resistance

2 New Road Alternatives: (TuFo and Tubeless)
TUFO TUBULAR TIRES FOR CLINCHER RIMS:
Fairy new technology, as the name suggests it's allowing for tubular tires to be mounted on clincher rims.
Pros:
~ low rolling resistance, rim liner or glue, offering swift tire changes and less weight
~ the easiest and fastest installation from all types of tires, no tools required
~ immediate use after installation
~ riding quality is close to tubular tires

Cons:
~ Cost
~ Very specialized, so not readily available

Tubeless:
Similar to a car tire, you only need to mount the tire and inflate it without a need for glue or tubes.
Pros:
~ Light weight
~ Ability to run a large range of tire pressures without the worry of flatting
~ More available then TUFO

Cons:
~ Can be hard to inflate on road repair
~ Up to 30% more expensive over standard tires
~ Sometimes needs an additional sealant

Snow Snow Snow...

For weeks on end Central Va has been under siege from constant accumulations of snow which has brought almost all cycling to a halt!

Head to the forums and tell us how have you been getting by without the ability to hit you favorite trail or road route?

Mountain Bike Stolen in Fan

My friend recently had her bike stolen from her locked basement in the fan area.
It was a brand new, gold, specialized hardrock 29er, 24 speed, disc brakes, 15 inch frame, black water bottle holder.

If you think you might have seen it, please send me a message with the details (who, where, what, when, etc.). Not sure if it will do any good, but at least the police could add those details to the report.

Muchas gracias!
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