May - June 2008

Let's Roll! The 5BBC Montauk Century 2008

Can’t wait for the Montauk Century on May 18th? The ride is just a couple of weeks away so please register today on Active.com. This year’s ride will be the best century ever, so don’t miss out! As long as you sign up in advance you will be eligible for the drawing for the trip to Brittany. (Please visit our website www.5bbc.org/montauk/brittany for details about the trip!)

IMPROVED ROUTE!

This year we’re rolling out vastly needed improvements to the 145-mile route! Our route across Queens is smoother, quieter and much more scenic! Fewer potholes & less traffic thanks to the many day rides I’ve led over the years through southern Queens!

MONTAUK IS BOTTLED!

This year’s free gift is an attractive souvenir water bottle made by Specialized, featuring our logo designed by Marina Bekkerman! Special thanks to Adam White for the bottles! We’ll give these away at the start lines so you can use them during the ride!

MMMM, YUMMY! (DID SOMEONE ASK ABOUT FOOD??)

Many of you know me from my food-centered day rides, so you should expect that I have been working on our century food plans very carefully. We will feed you well along the way and at the very end.

This year we will feature some tasty and healthy Middle Eastern treats from Sahadi and Damascus Bakery in Brooklyn. Plus we will serve some of the finest cheesecake at our rest stops! We’ll also have plates of fresh fruits, veggies and nutritious snacks! Speaking of food, our new and improved finish line at Second House Tavern includes a barbecue as well as healthy sandwiches, salads and pastas. We’ll provide the usual massage and showers and hospitality, but we also have live music and exhibits from BZH New York, our friends from Brittany!

PACK IT UP ON FOR THE TRIP HOME!

We will provide packing material to safeguard your beautiful bikes at the Montauk train station for a nominal charge. Foam coverings for your main tubes and bubble material to protect your pedals. Our staff will be on hand to help you pack. If you order your limited edition T-shirts and Jerseys before May 5th, we’ll mail them to you directly. If not, you would have to pick them up at our finish line in Montauk.

Danny Lieberman
5BBC Special Events Coordinator
special-events@5bbc.org