LBC Rides from the Past - May 2004

Manheim Madness May 1
Beautiful, breezy day! Finished in two groups; one at 18+ mph thanks to twin diesel locomotives, Dale and Mark. And the other group at a more "reasonable" pace approaching 16 mph. Riders: Rick Lehman (leader), Tim Barley Sr, Lou Contino, Dale Burkholder, Mark Buckwalter, Ken Lessans, Andy Axmacher and Tom Wandzusk

CVHS Churchtown 2 May 1
Riders: Brian Mitchell (leader), Don Whitehead, Jeff Delong, Dirk Suereth, Candae Deen, Steve Brainard, Steve Schmohl, Craig Shreiner, Vaughn Good, Tom Nicklaus, and Lonnie Leren.

Adopt-A-Highway D-Ride May 1
Riders: Dottie Sheehy (leader), Harry Campbell (sweep), Jan Birch, Judy & Alan Hurlbut, Don Doutrsch, Kim & Henry Manning, Carol Young, Janelle Willemin, Gary Musser, Dan Shiley, Mike Shiley.

Buena Vista Long May 2
It was very cloudy and threatening at the start at Conestoga Valley H S. Dirk assured us all that the weather radar did not show any bands of rain coming our way. It immediately began to drizzle, on and off. It really began to rain in earnest as we approached Gap. It was agreed by all (except Paul) that we should cut the ride short, so we took a short cut that shortened the ride by about 6 miles. It did eventually stop raining as we rode westward, and the sun actually peaked out about a mile from CV, as Paul had assured us it would. All in all, a miserable, wet ride, like so many others this spring. Riders: Jim Weaver (leader), Dirk Suereth, Mike Gorczyca, Paul & Angela Swarm and Ken Lessans.

East Pete Treat May 2
We didn't get wet, we didn't follow the cue sheet, we didn't speed. However, we did stay together and we did see new areas and we did have fun. Riders: Harry Campbell (leader), Anne Schleef (sweep), Alan Hurlbut, Jim Payton, Ray Landis, Jim Forster, Lew Hershey, Erik Fromen, John Gantz, Tom Mellinger, and Dave Kessler.

The Other May 2 D-Ride May 2
The April Pedaller listed the May 2 D ride at 10:00 while the May issue listed the ride at 9:00. The result was 2 D rides. Our ride roughly followed the Chiques Creek ride, but was shortened due to rain. We had 2 first time riders, Amy and Justin. Riders: Ed Mowery (leader), Pam Klingensmith, Pam Tronsor, John Rohrkemper, Amy Giaquinto and Justin Giaquinto.

Freeze & Frizz is where it is May 5
Great evening for a ride. Temperatures in the mid 60's, not a cloud in the sky, and a gentle breeze. A great ride was had by all!! Gary Musser (leader), Gary Musser (sweep), Gary Musser and Gary Musser!!

Swing Ride May 6
We had a beautiful evening to start this year's series and the deck at Hennigan's was open! After a good workout, eight of us retired to the deck for dinner. Riders: John Mullineaux (Leader), Don Whitehead, Jim Forster, Roger Sheaffer, Dirk Sureth, Bob Brader, Lou Gray, Bill Ambler. Jeff Delong, Brian Mitchell, Mike Lutz, Kevin Farmer

Steve's Ride May 9
The loop through Manheim Twp. Neighborhoods and the stop at Stauffers for doughnuts was terrific. Riders: Steve Mentzer (leader), Alan Hurlbut (sweep), John Gantz, Ray Landis, Karen Drawbaugh, Steve & Cindy Snyder, Harry Campbell, Jim Payton, Chris Longenecker, Rick Shoup, Judy Hurlbut, Jan O'Hara, Judy & David Flowers, Dave Kessler, Tammie Calabrese and Larry Sherman

Tour of Upper Conestoga Valley May 8
You missed a very good ride! A head wind & some major rolling hills for the first 15 miles, but after that it was a bikers delight. Beautiful view's and long down-hills with a tail wind pushing us home. Welcome to Melanie on her first club ride and good luck on your mini marathon. Riders: Don Whitehead (leader), Mike Lutz (sweep), Melanie Marinaccio, Lou Gray, Mike Tshudy and Brian Mitchell

Annapolis B 4 Spring Fling May 8
Annapolis is a beautiful town, and everyone enjoyed the ride. Our very good friend Dottie Sheehy was not able to finish the ride, due to health reasons. We all wish her well and hope to see her on the next ride to Annapolis. Riders: Anne Schleef (leader), Alan & Judy Hurlbut, Alta Nolt, Tom Mellinger, Dottie Sheehy, John Currans, Cindy Snyder, Jim Payton, Mart Rohde, Brett? Rohde, Deane & Mike Gainey, Janeille Willemin, Thomas & Dana Hodges.

Back Run Ramble May 8
Nice group on a nice day. Bridge out caused a split in the riders-we had a right and left selection. Joe sat on the road for a little rest. Riders: Harry Campbell (leader), Jan Birch, Gary Musser, Rick Shoup, Lew Hershey, Bob Brader, Steve Schmohl, Jeff Delong, Dave Kessler, Doug Stark, John Gantz, Ray Landis, Tom Nicklaus, Joe Sears, Tim Barley, Tom & Liz Gates, Larry Keating, John Mullineaux, Heidi Hendrix, Roger Sheaffer, Joe Knepper, John Peregoy and Celeste Neuhard.

Giro d'Earl May 8
Fair weather and a moderate easterly breeze helped boost the speed on the way back to Lititz. Everyone in the main pack finished at an average speed of 19 mph. The leader was the follower on this ride, finishing at the advertised pace of 17 mph…or was that 16.8? Riders: Bob Colton (leader), Ed Fearnow, Scott Wagner, Mark Buckwalter, Dirk Suereth, Paul Smeltz, Neil Gussman, Marlin Hess, Andrew Hutnik, Barry Lavender and Matt Heiser

Vintage Velo Run May 9
Average pace was 16.9 mph. Weather was cool and cloudy at first, but the sun came out and warmed things up near the end of the ride. Riders: Mark Buckwalter (leader), Mike Lutz, Chris Watson and Joseph Hess

Oregon Dairy Special May 12
Perfect day for an ice cream ride. Welcome to Carol, Tom and Dana. Riders: John Cardos (leader), Dana Hodges (sweep), Judy Flowers, Carol Bowers, Gary Musser, B J Allen and Thomas Hodges.

Spring Fling Wildwood Crest May 14
A large group of 24 riders gathered to participate in this Friday afternoon ride from Wildwood Crest. The weather was very nice and the ride was uneventful, except for a double blowout of Alan's rear tire. Fortunately, Rodney was with us and showed us how to use a dollar bill to "repair" a blown tire. It worked and Alan managed to get back "home" ok Riders: Jim Payton (leader), Karen Drawbaugh, Joyce & Ed McGettigum, Anne Schleef, Steve & Elaine Young, Alan & Judy Hurlbut, Jeff & Pearl Delong, Lloyd Melhorn, Judy Flowers, Verna & Rodney Moseman, Nancy Youst, Corey Brandt, Chuck Wissing, Myra Carter, Connie Simmons, Steve Mentzer, Don Lewis, Lou Gray and Gary Musser.

Ride to Bainbridge May 15
Nice turnout despite being Spring Fling weekend. Glad you had a great time there. Some of us stayed home and enjoyed a great day here in Lancaster. Riders: Roger Sheaffer (leader), John Gantz (sweep), Matt London, Craig Shreiner, Harry Smith, Andy Charles, Rick Reisinger, Bob Colton, Scott Wagner, Vaughn Good, Rick Lehman, Kendall Lehman and Andrew Hutnik.

Rheems Relay May 15
Great weather. Great ride. No incidents except that we had to detour around Marietta Days that was on the main street in Marietta. Riders: Jay Holstein (leader), Dave Kessler and Rick Shoup

Mount Airy Ride May 15
Not much to report, but one flat near the beginning of the ride which left Ken Lessans to catch up. That seems a little fishy. At Wood Lot Road we split into two groups. As the ride went along group 1 was getting smaller and group 2 larger. A good ride enjoyed by all. Riders: Ron Pfautz (leader), Mark Buckwalter, Glenn Basham?, Marlin Hess, Angela & Paul Swarm, Paul Smeltz, Gil Linde, Brent Linde, Dale Burkholder, Ken Lessans and Barry Lavender

Fifteen Mile Ride May 16
Conversation was so good that our leader took us almost 20 miles on the 15 mile ride. No one even questioned which way I was going! Riders: John Cardos (leader), John McKelvey (sweep), Pam Klingensmith, Mike Tshudy, Erik Fromen, Deb Tshudy

Drayer Drag May 16
Riders: Mike Lutz (leader); Jude Sharp, Diane Lausman, and Bill Ressel

Bowmansville/Shirk Ride May 16
It was a beautiful day to ride hills and see the PA Dutch countryside, except we temporally lost 2 riders from the very start. One had a crash in the parking lot, but he caught up to us later. He had a nice cut on his elbow and we had 17 miles to the food stop, but he said he would be ok until then. After we left the food stop/first aid station, we had the first of 3 flats. The first flat was fixed and they caught up to us shortly after we fixed the second flat. We took a short break about 12 miles to go until we reached the Brownstown Vo-Tech school to finish, and there the third flat occurred. The leader having the last two. My first on the rear wheel and the second on the front wheel. I made mention that the first flat was my first in almost 15 years. Well, I guess that did it for the second. I got a tube from Steve and promptly fattened that one, even before getting it on the bike. So, John and the rest of the riders finished and John returned for me in his car. If nothing else I got a good start on my summer tan. Thanks again, John. Riders: Art Leid (leader), Steve Gerber (sweep), Jerry Bryant, Andy Charles, John Gantz & Craig Shreiner.

Toll Gate Tour May 16
Nice morning weather wise. The group started breaking up at the 10 mile point with a group of 4 riders averaging 20 mph. The leader was able to rejoin the lead group at the 22 mile point using a creative short cut, but got dropped again with about 4 miles remaining. Riders: Dirk Suereth (leader), Mark Buckwalter, John Glick, Ken Lessans, Mark Davis , Barry Lavender and Bart Torre

Freeze and Frizz May 19
Only one rider other than the leader showed, due to threatening weather , although the sun was trying to break through. But very dark clouds in the west convinced us to cancel this ice cream ride until another day. Riders: Alan Hurlbut (leader) and Carol Bowers.

CVHS NH Airport May 22
The ride started out in the rain, but cleared after a few miles. Riders finished at 19.3 mph. Riders: Paul & Angela Swarm (leaders), Tim Norejko, Vaughn Good, Dave Harple, Ron Pfautz, Marlin Hess, Tom Hunt, Dale Burkholder, Ron Herr, Barry Lavender, Frank Herr, Bill Stevens

Warriors Revenge May 22
It had rained an hour before the ride, but by the time the ride started the sun was shining brightly. We started off at a brisk pace, but Steve gave us a break at 101/2 miles, when he had a flat. After the new tube went flat, everyone became impatient and continued on. As leader and long time flat fixer, I decided it was my job as leader to stick around. After replacing the tube with 3 spares, we finally found one that held air. With the tire repaired, we took off hoping to find the group waiting at Molly's. Such was not the case. We caught Walt with 5 miles to go. The rest of the group was gone when Steve and I got back. Riders: Gary Musser (leader), Walt Linton, Ray Landis, Tom Mellinger, Dave Kessler, Rich Wagner, Josh Good, John Mullineaux, Carl & Rachel Kreider, Steve Young, F. Good?, Al Dieffenbach, Jerry Bryant, Loretta Sauder, Andy Smith, Lonnie Lerew

Roots Action II May 22
The weather was quite overcast and threatening rain at ride start. However, off to the north west it looked like it was clearing, so a group of us decided to ride and about 3 miles into the ride the sun came out and it turned beautiful. So the 6 who decided not to ride missed a great ride. Riders: Alan Hurlbut (leader), J T Callett, Sylvia Newcomer, Jim Wentz, Irene Camp, Chip Schaeffer, Dave & Lisa Heck and Steve Mentzer, plus non-riders Jim Payton, Karen Drawbaugh, John Millineaux, Erik Fromen, Ed Mowery and Jan Birch

Meadow View May 23
Lots of hills! The fast group took off and we never saw them again. The rest of us detoured to Sheetz in Mt Joy. John Gantz & Gary Musser rode over to the Landisville ride. Sylvia came back to the parking lot and then went to Landisville. I went home, hot & humid. A "I finally got my T-shirt to stick good" ride. Riders: Ray Landis (leader), Jim Forster, Mike Lutz, John Gantz, Gary Musser, John Furry, Jerry Bryant, Sylvia Newcomer, Andy Charles, Don Whitehead, William Crawford, Bob Brader, Candae Deen, Brian Mitchell, Andrew Mead, Jan Birch, John McKelvey, Dave Kessler, and Tammy Lovlie

Round About Intercourse May 23
Nice ride in the country to celebrate Jim's birthday. Riders: Tony LaRosa (leader), Karen Drawbaugh (sweep), Cindy Snyder, Steve Snyder, Jim Payton, Tom Mellinger, Barb Koppenhafer, Erik Fromen, Joe Paparo, Marsha Chamberlain, Beth Hendrix, Alta Nolt, and Jonas Fisher.

Triple Play May 23
It was the first humid weekend of the season. The Triple Play ride goes around the Rothville area with three short, steep climbs: Ballstown Road, Briar Hill Road and Log Cabin Road. A LBC rider from the past, Andy Null, made an appearance. He was riding a good old fashioned, classic steel bike. Riders: Kyle Awkerman (leader), Ken Stadden, Rick Lehman, Mark Buckwalter, Denny White, Andy Null and Barry Lavender.

Chicken Barn Ride May 23
Due to the heat, humidity and a bridge being out, we took a vote and it was unanimous that we avoid the hilly section north of Mt Joy and so we took the flat route to Sheetz. At Sheetz, another unanimous vote took us straight back to Landisville. Nobody but Mr. "Lance" Gantz was unhappy about shortening the ride to 30 miles. Riders: John Peregoy (leader), Steve Gerber, Dave de Vitry, Dirk Suereth, Gary Musser, John Gantz, Lou Gray, Craig Shreiner, Sylvia Newcomer and Ron Herr

Ice Cream Topped with Lititz May 26
Riders: Rodney Moseman (leader), Judy & Alan Hurlbut, Dana, Andrew, Brooke & Savanna Mead, Gary Musser, Everett & Ellen Newswanger, Barry & Dylan Lavender and Shawn Firanpel?

Tour of Highville May 29
It started out in the 50's with a light wind, but warmed up after we started riding. Even with all the hills this ride includes, we averaged 18.6 mph. That's impressive considering its still early in the season. Riders: Mark Buckwalter (leader), Paul Smeltz, Matt London, Ed Fearnow, Ken Lessans, Dale Buckholder, Marlin Hess, Ron Herr, Frank Herr and Lloyd Gage??

Chickies Creek Long May 29
Very good ride. Weather was just perfect. Good to see J T and Don back riding with the Club. Riders: Jim Payton (leader), Karen Drawbaugh (sweep), Barb Koppenhafer, J T Catlett, Anne Schleef, Alta Nolt, Janielle Willemin, Tammie Calabrese, Tom Mellinger and Don Doutrich

Get a Life Lament May 29
Riders: Brian Mitchell (leader), John Renard, John Mullineaux, Joe Bucek, Steve Brainard, Craig Shreiner, Steve Schmohl, Candae Deen, Gil Linde, Mandy Linde, Lou Gray and Scott Wagner.

Impromptu May 29
Except for the strong NW wind, it was a beautiful, pristine day, the first we had had in several weeks. Ten people showed up, including 3 guests. This was the most I've had on just about any club ride I've ever led. Everything went along fine until about mile 23, when a groundhog failed to yield the right-of-way and Dave was unable to avoid hitting it. He went down, and Steve, who tried to avoid Dave, crashed into him and landed on his head. His helmet was cracked, but he had no other injury. Dave, fortunately, only had bruises. The groundhog got away so we could not wreak vengeance on him/her, and we continued on into Denver for our planned food stop. The injured parties, along with Jeff and Rich, decided to finish the ride by the shortest route while the rest of us went on as (un)planned (this was an impromptu, so we couldn't go on as planned). We had done 42.7 miles at a 11.6 mph pace when we returned to MT High School, within hailing distance of the advertised 40 miles at 12 mph. A good time was had by all-all that finished. We do not know how the groundhog enjoyed his jaunt. Riders: Bill Hoffman (leader), Steve Young, Dave Kessler, John Gantz, Jan Solkov, Paul Benham, Rich Wagner, Jeff Delong, Ron Callehan, Lonnie Lerew and Zach Lerew.

New Witness Tree Trek May 30
The second day of the Memorial Day weekend was beautiful and just about perfect for riding and we had a big crowd to enjoy. Bubba Mullineaux was our designated rabbit and he took off, allowing the fast group to chase him down and split from the rest of us. His job being complete, Bubba rejoined the group and we all had a wonderful day. Everyone sort of met at the Mt. Joy Sheetz (what would we do without our Sheetz?) and the frivolity started all over again. We actually kept the ride at the exact pace that was advertised, much to everone's surprise. I tried not to tire myself out because I was leading the afternoon ride as well. Riders: John Renard (leader), John Mullineaux, Steve Gerber, Rich Wagner, Joe Paparo, Jim Forster, Matt London, Kim Lausch, Mike Lutz, Candae Deen, Mark Fulmer, John Gantz, Brian Mitchell, Lauren Lane, Joe Knepper, Bob Brader, Lou Gray, Steve Schmohl, Rick Shoup, Craig Shreiner and Lloyd Gage??

Chickies Creek Long May 30
The second ride of the day was equally as nice. Steve Schmohl, John Gantz and I were the only ones to enjoy both rides. Of course, John G. needed a few more miles, so he did laps around the circle at the end of the parking lot at East Pete. He managed to put on another 8 miles going around in circles. The ride, from beginning to end, stayed together as a group; however, at one point the leader dropped back to make sure everyone was OK and turned over the lead (just briefly) to Mr. Gantz, who reluctantly took charge for about a half mile. The day was great and all went well; and hopefully evenyone had fun. Riders: John Renard (leader), Irene Camp, Steve Schmohl, Jonas Fisher, Celeste Neuhard, John Peregoy, Sylvian Newcomer, John Gantz, Carl Kreider, Gail & Steve Brainard, Henry Manning, Tammie Calabrese, Jan Solkov, Eleanor Nuffert and Andy Kaufman.

Covered Bridge ¼ Metric May 30
Beautiful day for a ride. Welcomed two visiting riders from Washington, DC-Ed & June. Shortly after the start, the fun and excitement began. Ed (the visitor) was having serious problems with the climbs. Tony (the sweep) took off to locate the waiting pack. But he missed the turn and sailed right by the group. The long wait sent the pack back. Barb (the nurse) checked out the situation. Seems Ed had been advised by his doctor of possible low voltage in his pacemaker battery (Hello!!) Tony found himself and returned. Dan (the racer) had started the ride easily and planned to catch us on his second round. (So much for those plans.) A few miles from the end, he got the call, averaged outrageous MPH to the finish, and headed his four-wheeled vehicle to the rescue. The balance of the ride was completed without incident. No medical update from Washington, yet. Riders: Karen Drawbaugh (leader), Tony LaRosa (sweep), Barb Koppenhafer, Cindy Snyder, Dan Snyder, Jim Payton, Anne Schleef, Steven Mentzer, Alta Nolt, Non-LBC members: Ed & June Lane.

Turnpike Tour 2 May 30
A bit cool for late May but otherwise a nice day for a ride. Visiting riders Kevin & Friederike Jayes from Raleigh, NC accompanied us. The group broke up at around 15 miles with the lead group averaging 19 mph. Riders: Dick Suereth (leader), Mark Davis, Mark Buckwalter, Paul Yatabe, Paul Swarm, Angela Swarm, Ken Lessans, and non-LBC members Kevin Jayes, Friederike Jayes and Barry Lavender.

Memorial Day Meander May 31
Good turnout despite the light rain at the start of the ride. Made it back before the real rain hit, completing an outstanding weekend of riding. Riders: Paul & Angela Swarm (leader), Dirk Suereth, Ron Lehman, Neil Gussman, Rick Lehman, Jan Felice, Federike & Kevin Jayes.