Events: 2010 Annual Tweed Ride.

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- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 7th 2010
I think all together is better, especially with kids along. I'll have my phone, and it probably wouldn't hurt to have maybe 3 or 4 people who can be in contact throughout the ride -- redundancy in the system, and all that.

Do we have a route yet? I was thinking that the earlier start time and projected nice weather will have more people out walking/driving/sitting around than last year when it was raining and dark, so the route that was light on people last year will probably be better-populated this year. We might be able to keep basically the same route, only cut out the Cabrillo Bridge by going down Park from Univ. Heights, hang a right into the park, ride down the Prado, ride around the Plaza de Panama, and back out onto Park to go back north. Just a thought.
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 7th 2010
That route sounds nice. I think we found a leader. :face-devil-grin:
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 7th 2010
NOT IT!

I'm a terrible ride leader. But I will chaperone.:face-smile:
- CommentAuthorPacMUle
- CommentTimeDec 7th 2010
........... im super excited about this! unfortunately i would have to fart in my pocket to have a cent in there, so i am tweedless :face-sad: ... but! a buddy just hooked me up with a nifty hat and i have a wool suit that should be appropriate... Cara & I are gonna make one last try to find some cheap tweed in the next few days, but so far, thats all i got... hope im not a sore thumb
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 7th 2010
Link I just found from Citibeat. I promise I didn't choose the photo.
- CommentAuthoryoshi
- CommentTimeDec 8th 2010
That is a very appropriate, representative, and well-deserved photo-op.
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 8th 2010
At 7:30am on Friday morning KPBS will be talking about the tweed ride. The person talking about it on the radio will also be riding with us.

The press this ride is getting is amazing.
- CommentAuthorKathy
- CommentTimeDec 8th 2010
Great work, Sky! I love the picture, and the press you are getting is amazing. It's going to be fun!
- CommentAuthorHMeins
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
The Night & Day section of this morning's U-T (page 30) announces the Tweed Ride as taking place on Sunday, Dec. 12 at 2 pm. The writer, Nina Garin, goes on to say that riders will be wearing their "Sunday best." Actually, I'm not surprised. The new and improved U-T seems to have difficulty getting things right and their writers are no better. For example, when they send Garin to review a concert, she ignores the music and writes about what the performers were wearing on stage.

We all need to call and write to the U-T to print a correction. The Night & Day editor is Lisa Sullivan at (619) 293-1297.

I wonder where Garin got her information?
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
Oh boy, That'll throw off a lot of people. Crap.
- CommentAuthoryoshi
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
It's gonna be real warm on Saturday afternoon.
- CommentAuthoryoshi
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010 edited
Tweed Ride on NPR right now and mad props to Velo Cult too!
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
Yeah, very nice mention--great coverage.
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
I missed it. Damn.
- CommentAuthorSam
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
The transcript hasn't been posted yet, but the poster is here.
- CommentAuthorHMeins
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
Lisa Sullivan from the U-T just called me back. They will print a correction in Friday's paper. Extra publicity!
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
Excellent. The KPBS audio file is up! The Tweed Ride is talked about in the first segment.
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
I'm hearing a forecast of 65-70 degrees on the coast, so probably just a touch warmer on the mesa. Should be juuuust right!
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010
I would leave the coat until after the ride when you are sitting at The Station Tavern eating burgers and drinking local micro brews.
- CommentAuthorSigurd
- CommentTimeDec 9th 2010 edited
thom:I'm hearing a forecast of 65-70 degrees on the coast, so probably just a touch warmer on the mesa. Should be juuuust right!
It would be perfect if the conditions were anything like they are at my location right now: Dense, heavy, impenetrable fog everywhere -- like a wet, cold blanket.

Can't wait to ride home through this!
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
Here's the route we've worked out for this year's ride. Much the same as last year to accommodate all skill levels, but reflecting the closure of the Cabrillo Bridge that Sam warned about.

We will ride up 30th Street through South Park and North Park to Adams Ave., make a left on Adams and ride to Trolley Barn Park in University Heights, where we will take a short break to regroup. We'll get back on Adams, make a left on Park, down through University Heights and Hillcrest to Village Place (by the Spanish Village Art Center); we'll make a right on Village Place, riding into the park, down the Prado, around the Plaza de Panama (aka, the parking lot in the middle of the park), then back down the Prado, stop at the fountain to regroup and take photos, then retrace our route back to Velo Cult and after-ride socializing at The Station.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=106948783930540329369.000496ea52610b988b90a&ll=32.783089,-117.116146&spn=0.068408,0.153637&t=h&z=13
- CommentAuthorHMeins
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
The U-T printed the correction this morning on page A2! Great exposure!
- CommentAuthorSam
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
Sam:FYI: The Cabrillo Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic on the 11th. Not sure what the occasion is or if the route will go thataway

Correction: the bridge is only closed from 7AM - 10AM
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
D'oh! That's okay, I think we should still skip riding over the bridge and keep the route outlined above since there are fewer lights and fewer stop signs (and thus fewer chances to break up the group) if we avoid the western side of the park and the central part of Hillcrest. But it's still an open plan, any thoughts from the group?
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
Weirdly passive-aggressive coverage in the UT today:

Saturday's Tweed Ride.

I guess any press is good press.:face-smile:
- CommentAuthorPacMUle
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
thom:Weirdly passive-aggressive coverage in the UT today:

Saturday's Tweed Ride.

I guess any press is good press.:face-smile:

hmmmm... :face-plain: somebody pee'd in his cheerios today... .. . that guy sounds like a total sourpuss! but ya, press is press i guess... . i'm so excited for this though! this is gonna be a lot of fun!
- CommentAuthorHMeins
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
I think Hawkins has his heart in the right place. It is good to see so much press coverage this year for a local event.

Since the ride is passing by my house I think I'll just jump on on Adams Ave. instead of leaving the track bikes inside the car while we're away on our ride.
Locked inside the house is the safest policy. Ci vediamo domani!
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 10th 2010
thom:Weirdly passive-aggressive coverage in the UT today:

Saturday's Tweed Ride.

I guess any press is good press.:face-smile:

Hmm, that's a shame. Hipsters? WTF is that about? Did the photos from last year have any hipsters at all? Any why even hate on hipsters?
- CommentAuthorHMeins
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010
I think Mr. Hawkins's intent is to provide positive press for cyclists in San Diego. The problem may be that he is in the process of getting a clue about the true nature of our growing cycling community. Let's invite him out on a ride! Is it possible he may show up this afternoon?
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010 edited
It's possible. I know that San Diego Magazine, Citibeat, and the girl on KPBS will be there. I'm sure a handful of others will be there too. I have a feeling there will be quite a few professional photographers there. Of course Anthony will be doing his thing. If you have a good outfit and bike please show up an hour early.
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010
HUGE SUCCESS!!

I counted 126 riders. That's nearly 100 more riders than the previous year.

Ages ranging from about 5 years old to retirement age. The most age diverse free urban ride I have ever seen in San Diego. The best dressed too.

Thanks again for coming out, it was really fun to put on.

We need to edit all the photos and video so it will take us about a week to get it all on the blog.
- CommentAuthorxmedic
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010
Well, I'm sad I missed today's velo-cultural activities as I had a 10 hr. day in grad. school, and on my Birthday :face-crying:
That said, I am so happy to hear of the great turnout on such a beautiful day...I want pictures to give me an idea of how cool you all are...
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010
Well Happy Birthday.
- CommentAuthorProtorio
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010
That's fantastic! Forces worked against me today. Missed the ride, Lucia's Christmas thing, etc. Just got home this evening.

I'm consoled that you all participated in the best bike event of the year! Can't wait to see photos.

Esteban
- CommentAuthormarkphilips
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010
The most excellent group ride ever!
Definitely a head turner.
Saw many perplexed looks from car-drivers on intersections.
People on the streets took notice.
How can anyone miss dressed up regular folks on two wheels?
- CommentAuthorStephan
- CommentTimeDec 11th 2010
Velo Cult:HUGE SUCCESS!!

I counted 126 riders. That's nearly 100 more riders than the previous year.

Ages ranging from about 5 years old to retirement age. The most age diverse free urban ride I have ever seen in San Diego. The best dressed too.

Thanks again for coming out, it was really fun to put on.

We need to edit all the photos and video so it will take us about a week to get it all on the blog.

I was particualrly pleased to see the kids on the ride today. It shows San Diego is developing a true bicycling community, not just a cycling subculture..
- CommentAuthorSam
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
So wonderful to see so many happy people on bikes today! It was lovely sight to see.

Jeff Motch from the Blind Lady Ale House took lotso photos.
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
Sam:So wonderful to see so many happy people on bikes today! It was lovely sight to see.

Jeff Motch from the Blind Lady Ale House took lotso photos.

That's very cool of him.
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010 edited
Those are great! I never have the presence of mind to take photos during the actual rides. I have a ton from before the ride and at the stops that I'll post tomorrow once I get them uploaded and sorted.

What a great ride--quote of the ride from an older Eastern European(?) gentleman who passed my group on an old ten-speed:

"I don't know what is purpose, but is WONDERFUL!"

So great to see such a huge turn out so well turned out!
- CommentAuthorVelo Cult
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
It was funny to see how miffed drivers seemed OK with things when it was a group of well dressed cyclists. Makes me want to look classy all the time on a bike.
- CommentAuthoryoshi
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010 edited
Brilliant Ride.
Such a smart way to promote cycling awareness.
Here's some photos from my ride and you can find the rest here
- CommentAuthorAron0104
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010 edited
We had such an amazing time at the ride! The turnout was great. I was so pleased to see the smiling faces of all the participants. I even saw a duck on a leash in Balboa Park. ha!

Here is a quick photo I took of Jenilee during the regroup at the fountain.
- CommentAuthormarkphilips
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
Velo Cult:It was funny to see how miffed drivers seemed OK with things when it was a group of well dressed cyclists. Makes me want to look classy all the time on a bike.

Excellent photos Yoshi

Sky I feel the same way. Looking classy on the bike makes one more visible and respected on the road.
- CommentAuthorHans
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
Trying to find a sesquipedalian term to describe such a ride is not an easy task. I'll settle with "simply smashing".
I was expecting a great time, however it surpassed my expectations. What impressed me the most would have to be the children who participated. To ride that distance, as well as the grade changes while in pace with a group, is impressive. Thanks go out to not only Sky and his crew, but to everyone else that helped organize, promote, and/or participated. Last year's ride was my most memorable bike/social event in San Diego, but now I have a new number one.

I'm already thinking of a steam-punk sound system for ambiance, next time:face-monkey:
- CommentAuthorthom
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
From Tweed Ride 2010

Here's the link to the best of the photos I took (not a huge fan of Picassa photo sharing, but it gets the job done).
- CommentAuthormarkphilips
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
Thanks for the amazing photos and photographers. Thank you Yoshi for this one. With two kids on the back of the e-Xtracycle, I didn't get much chance to take photos during the ride.
- CommentAuthormarkphilips
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
Hans: I'm already thinking of a steam-punk sound system for ambiance, next time:face-monkey:

I already have a light sound system that I use on the CM rides. We just need to come up with the mp3s to load in my blackberry.
- CommentAuthorWilliam.
- CommentTimeDec 12th 2010
Was a great ride: just the needed thing after a long week. Riding with friends, new and old.. Great work VC! I wish I had arrived earlier, but just barely finished the bike prior to the ride.
- CommentAuthorHillbilly
- CommentTimeDec 13th 2010
Yes! Awesome ride, great people and a nice route. Great job with the publicity and thanks to everyone who helped make it happen!

My wife had a great time too. She was a little sore yesterday and today...I was giving her a hard time about it until I mapped our route for the entire day and realized that she rode 20+ miles throughout the day on Saturday. That is definitely a big chunk of miles for her...but she (and I) was psyched because she didn't even realize it. It doesn't get much better than when you enjoy being on your bike so much that you don't even notice the miles you ride.
- CommentAuthorMariaO
- CommentTimeDec 13th 2010
I am so sad I missed it. I was teaching my tamale seminar and crying inside because I couldn't be there. At least you will all have tamales next time I see you.

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