May - June 2008

Musings of A Bicycletter Man

Let’s be careful out there. On April 19, after scouting a hilly 80+ mile Stony Point training ride, returning to Manhattan, I had a humbling experience. Cycling down to Riverside Dr. & 165th St., a dark piece of metal was stuck on the front tire. When pulled out, it was revealed to be a small sharp nail (above.) In no time, the air hissed out. I didn’t mind replacing the tube, but one wonders if someone put out the nail on the GWB or on the street to be spiteful or to do harm to us cyclists. Please gauge road conditions, be attentive, carry that tube, patch kit, pump and tire irons.That flat tire you prevent or salvage could be your own. Lastly, I wish the best of luck with the Montauk Century, to those as registered riders and dedicated volunteers. Cycle safe & have fun.

Alfredo Garcia
Editor, Bicycletter