SRAM 10SPD Chain Recall Sept.9, 09

Sram recalls bicycle chains with connectors that can crack
September 8, 2009 | 3:30 pm
About 24,000 Sram 10-Speed bicycle chains with PowerLock connector links are being recalled by Sram, a Chicago bicycle parts maker, because the connectors are brittle and can crack, allowing the chain to separate from the bicycle and causing the rider to fall.

Four incidents have been reported, including one in the United States, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said. No injuries have been reported, the agency said.

The recall involves Sram PowerLock connector links, which are sold individually, on 10-speed bicycle chains and as original equipment on some bicycles. The recalled PowerLock connector links are identified by a date code of M or N located on the side of the PowerLock connector link. Ten-speed SRAM chains that were equipped with recalled PowerLock connector links include the following chain model numbers: PC-1030, PC-1050, PC-1070, PC-1090 and PC-1090R.

The recalled chains also were installed on some Guru, Surly, Salsa, BMC, Serotta, Seven and Ridley brand bicycles. The individual PowerLock connectors and bike chains with these connectors were sold from January through August 2009. Bicycles with affected chains were sold from April 2009 through August 2009.

The items were manufactured in Portugal and sold at specialty bicycle stores nationwide. PowerLock connector links were sold separately for about $5 or as part of 10-speed chains for between $35 and $85.

The commission said consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerLock connectors, chains and bicycles with these connectors and contact their Sram retailer for replacement.

For additional information, contact Sram at (800) 346-2928 or visit the firm’s website.

Thread Here.

CCVA / Friends of Pocahontas State Park

CCVA along with Friends of Pocahontas are coordinating a Ride, BBQ, and Swap Meet for the Fall 2009.

What: SRB (swap, ride & bbq)
Where: Pocahontas State Park@ Shelter 2
When: Nov 15th
Time: Ride: 10:00am, BBQ & SWAP: 1pm ish...
Why: Because it's time to meet, greet, ride, swap parts, and enjoy life!

Bring yourself, your bike, bike parts, and some sort of Potluck dish or drink to share with everyone.

Talk about it in this thread: Cycling Swap Meet, Ride, and Potluck BBQ.

Disclaimer: The ride portion of this day is being coordinated in terms of meeting and start times.
People taking part in the ride do so on their own accord and assume all responsibilities that come with mountain biking & within their ability.

Please come prepared: Helmet, working bike, water, etc.

The Stampede on Horseshoe Mountain, mountain bike race and beer/music festival: August 22

Another event up at Devils Backbone Brewery on August 22 will start with a new Mountain Bike Race starting at 9am. For those that attended the Devils Backbone Challenge will recognize some of the course BUT there are new additions and new course up on Horseshoe Mountain!

Full Details and Registration at www.HorseshoeMountainTrails.com

But that is just the start of the day! At HIGH NOON, the Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival will kick off with Devils Backbone, Starr Hill, Blue Mountain and South St Breweries serving some of the finest brews around! Bands will be filling the air from NOON til 8pm!

Talk about the event here!

18 Hours Scout's Honor Race, August 15-16th, 2009

For 2009, the "18 Hours Scout's Honor" race is being put on by Richmond's ASR so that race owner Ed Jones can have a chance to race it finally. Billed as the "Friendliest 18 Hour Event Around" with an emphasized the importance of the rider experience, "...every rider is of equal importance!".

When:August 15-16, 2009
Where: Camp Brady Sanders


Helpful Links:
~ 18 Hrs Scout's Honor Thread.
~ 18 Hrs Scout's Honor (Find a Team Post)
~ Register Here.
~ Richmond-ASR

Virginia's Summer Heat & Humidity

We've had it good all spring and so far this summer, but Va's humidity is finally starting to creep in which can make riding a bike a whole lot more difficult!

70* can feel like 80, 80* like 90* & so on, but it's more than feeling hot, it's loosing your ability to keep cool through sweating. When it gets humid out, sweat no longer evaporates efficiently which leaves you feeling hot and threatens you with the possibly overheating.

A few tips for exercising in the heat & humidity.
~ Try to exercise before 10am and after 6pm during the summer.
~ Hydrate approximately an hour before the activity, every 15 minutes during the exercise. ,
~ Where light fabrics that dry fast & not cotton.
** Hydration can take day or two, so the best way to stay hydrated is to drink 8 -10 16oz glasses of water per day.
** Avoid over consuming caffeine, sugar and alcoholic drinks can increase fluid loss.

Watch for signs of heat exhaustion - dizziness, weakness, nausea, cramping and vomiting - stop the activity, find some shade and drink water immediately. If symptoms continue, seek medical assistance at once.

For more detailed information, SEE Hydration.

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Trek Demo Days

Trek will be having 3 demo days this upcoming weekend.

Starting on Friday (19th) and going through Sunday (21st) around Virginia.

Link to Trek Demo Day: Trek Demo Days Page.

Friday:
What: Blacksburg Demo - East Coasters
When: Fri. Jun 19th, 2009 @ 2:00 pm—6:00 pm
Where: Pandapas Pond, Pandapas Pond Rec Area, Blacksburg, VA 24060

Saturday:
What: Shenadoah Bicycle Company Demo
When: Sat. Jun 20th, 2009 @ 10:00 am—3:00 pm
Where: Massanutten Western Slope Resort, Happy Valley Road, Keezletown, VA 22832

Sunday:
What: Bike Beat will be holding a Trek Demo day. at
Where: New Quarter Park, Williamsburg, VA
When: Sun. Jun 21st, 2009 @ 9:00 am—2:00 pm

Come join me and the gang from Bike Beat for a day of fun in the sun. I will have the latest bikes from Trek and Gary Fisher for you to try out and take a spin on.

Directions: New Quarter Park
Talk about it here: CCVA Thread
Or call Bike Beat for more info: 757-229-0096

EVMA Spring Fling Bike Festival is May 30th, 2009

The EVMA Spring Fling Bike Festival is May 30th, 2009 from 9:00 am to
4:00 pm. at New Quarter Park in Williamsburg, Virginia.

A swap meet - bring items to sell or swap.
A Raffle and silent auction to benefit the Meredith Nicolls Health Fund.

Tire changing contest, sponsored by All About Bikes, Chesapeake, VA
Bunny hop contest, sponsored by Conte's of Williamsburg, VA
Jumping contest, sponsored by Conte's of Newport News, VA
Scavenger hunt for kids, sponsored by East Coast Bicycles, Norfolk, VA

The Schedule of Events is as follows:
9:00 am to 12:00 am – Group rides for all level of riders for men and women.
12:00 am to 1:00 pm – Lunch. EVMA will be providing lunch. Donations accepted.
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Special Events

9:00 am to 4:00 pm – Trek Women Specific Design Demo rides.
9:00 am to 4:00 pm – Fuji Bikes comfort bicycle demo rides.

Note to bicycle shops: If you would like to be a part of this event,
you can set up a tent with product to sell or demo. We are also
looking for shops to sponsor fun events (we have a list!). If you are
interested in participating, see flyer for contact details.

Directions to New Quarter Park
Talk about it here.