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Lancaster Bike Shop Rides, every Sat and Sun
May 1st, 2013, 7:20am
 
John Paulus is doing regular weekend rides out of his shop in downtown Lancaster.  The Saturday ride is typically pretty slow, rolling at 10-12mph for about 15 miles -- and is essentially a no-drop "beginner/casual" ride.  Sunday's 8AM ride is longer and somewhat faster paced, but still no-drop -- we did 30+ miles (through Gator Country), rolling at 14-17 mph, finishing with a 14 average.  Both rides are on low-traffic country roads, and are a good time -- consider hooking in with John, occasionally, for something different!   Call the shop the day before to confirm the rides -- if it rains, no ride.
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Re: Lancaster Bike Shop Rides, every Sat and Sun
Reply #1 - May 1st, 2013, 8:07am
 
Quote from FlyingLaZBoy on May 1st, 2013, 7:20am:
John Paulus is doing regular weekend rides out of his shop in downtown Lancaster.  The Saturday ride is typically pretty slow, rolling at 10-12mph for about 15 miles -- and is essentially a no-drop "beginner/casual" ride.  Sunday's 8AM ride is longer and somewhat faster paced, but still no-drop -- we did 30+ miles (through Gator Country), rolling at 14-17 mph, finishing with a 14 average.  Both rides are on low-traffic country roads, and are a good time -- consider hooking in with John, occasionally, for something different!   Call the shop the day before to confirm the rides -- if it rains, no ride.

 
Paul, any rest stops on the Sunday rides?
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Reply #2 - May 2nd, 2013, 11:59am
 
Yes -- we took a couple "roadside" nature breaks along the way, and one gas station stop.
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Reply #3 - May 2nd, 2013, 12:16pm
 
Heck yeah!  It's a great route, I will definitely be coming to some of the Sunday rides.  :-D  I'm booked through May 12 but after that I'd love to make it a regular thing.
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Reply #4 - May 3rd, 2013, 10:59am
 
Dear Lancaster & Dallas/Ellis/Tarrant-County Bikers,
 
The weather forecast looks great, so  the moderately-paced 12 to 13 mph average bike ride WILL take place  
this SUNDAY morning, May 5th.  
 
Riders will gather at 8:00 am in front of John's Bicycles on the Lancaster Town Square. The group will take off promptly at 8:15 am. We will return to the Town Square about 10:00 to 10:15 am.
 
The route will be on rural side roads , which typically have very light traffic (often no traffic). Total ride distance will be about 20-25 miles.  You are welcome to just do part of the mileage, or add some extra miles (preferably after the basic ride is completed).
 
We ask that you wear a helmet & gloves, and bring water and a spare tube that fits your bike.  Front & rear flashers would also be good.
 
I look forward to seeing you on Sunday morning!
 
 
Regards,
 
 
 
John
 
John Paulus
John's Bicycles, LLC
157 Historic Town Square
Lancaster, TX 75146
Cell 972-765-3952
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Reply #5 - May 3rd, 2013, 11:03am
 
Jay, this is Bill. Are you going to do this on sunday? do you know their address in Lancaster?
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Reply #6 - May 3rd, 2013, 12:22pm
 
Bill, it's the downtown Lancaster circle, Main Street -- you can't miss it, right off of Dallas Ave.   John's shop is right there.  Note that this is NOT the Gazebo area where the GDB rally registration stuff is - it's the downtown circle, one block south.
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Reply #7 - May 3rd, 2013, 12:22pm
 
Quote from rhinojogger on May 3rd, 2013, 11:03am:
Jay, this is Bill. Are you going to do this on sunday? do you know their address in Lancaster?

 
Bill,
 
The wind chill is going to be 45 degrees at 8:00 AM, so I'm not interested in doing the ride. Had enough cold weather riding to last me a while.
 
The address is 157 Historic Town Square 75146. Shop's phone number is 972-227-7360.
 
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Reply #8 - May 3rd, 2013, 2:57pm
 
ok, thanks Jay. See ya Tuesday.
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Reply #9 - May 10th, 2013, 11:10am
 
I received this email from John:
 
Dear Bikers,
 
The weather forecast looks perfect, so  the moderately-paced 12 to 13 mph average bike ride is a go for this SUNDAY morning, May 12th.  
 
Riders will gather at 8:00 am in front of John's Bicycles on the Lancaster Town Square. The group will take off promptly at 8:15 am. We will return to the Town Square about 10:00 to 10:15 am.
 
The route will be on rural side roads , which typically have very light traffic (often no traffic). Total ride distance will be about 20-25 miles.  You are welcome to just do part of the mileage, or add some extra miles (preferably after the basic ride is completed).
 
We ask that you wear a helmet & gloves, and bring water and a spare tube that fits your bike.  Front & rear flashers would also be good.
 
I look forward to seeing you on Sunday morning!
 
 
Regards,
 
 
 
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Reply #10 - May 10th, 2013, 12:29pm
 
Darn it, I'm leaving town again this weekend for my nephew's birthday.  I will try to catch you on the 19th!
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Reply #11 - May 17th, 2013, 2:15pm
 
EMAIL FROM JOHN PAULUS, May 17th:
 
Dear Fellow Bikers,
 
As many of you know, Sue Ann and I migrate to Lake City, Colorado for the 4 months of June through October.  We will be leaving for Colorado on June 3rd or 4th this year (just a bit over 2 weeks from now).  
 
My able fellow mechanic Michael Garza will be running the shop this summer, with the part-time help of two shop apprentices.  Michael, who has worked diligently with me for over a year, will continue to provide expert, responsive service during the summer months.  
 
Since significant preparation is needed for our migration to Colorado, I am suspending the SUNDAY 12-13 mph ride.   If there is still interest when we return to Lancaster at the beginning of October, the ride will be resumed at that time.   I have enjoyed riding with you in the winter and spring months, and hope to do so again next fall.  
 
During the next few weeks, Michael and I will be working hard to take care of our customers' Spring service needs.  If you need something done, please give us a call.   If you are in SW Colorado this summer, please call me at my seasonal shop there (Lake City Bicycles, 970-944-0405).  I would love to see you, and you would find a remote mountain paradise that might be an unusual spot for your next vacation.
 
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