Rat, Turbo, Donut, Zorro, Smoothie, Marlene, Rob (from Ottawa) and me (Pebbles) pulled a great ride tonight. The theme tonight was "WE LOVE YOU MITCH". Where did that come from?
It's not road cycling but you can't help but be amazed by what Danny McAskill can do on his bike. Click on Jazz above and take a look at this amazing video.
Thanks for the ride on Monday night. Obviously I left my climbing-legs in Gatineau Park (the only hills in Ottawa) but somehow managed to finish with the pack. Thanks for pulling me along.
Hi Team, sure have missed riding with you all. Can't wait to see you on Friday.Thank you for all your well wishes. Timberman was an amazing experience. The bike portion was very hilly and I have to thank you all for helping me with those hills, because I had a great bike ride and in hindsite could have gone much harder. My run sucked but oh well. I'll be out for vengence next time.
Going out for a casual tuesday spin, blog if interested and i'll go by SS for 5:30. otherwise will probably go out Harvey way leaving home at 5pm.. Ottawa Bob good to have you out last night. That damm fast little fella is "Rat" not much of a draft is he!
TORONTO - Former high - profile Ontario cabinet minister Michael Bryant has been charged with criminal negligence causing death and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death after a cyclist was killed in an apparent altercation, police said Tuesday. Enlarge Photo Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese Former Ontario attorney general Michael Bryant talks to media outside the Toronto Police Traffic Services on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. Bryant has been charged with criminal negligence causing death and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death after a cyclist was killed.
Bryant emerged from a night in police custody Tuesday to express condolences to the victim's family in a brief statement outside a downtown police station.
He said he would make a fuller statement about "last night's tragic events" at a later date, but added that for now, "I would, however, like to extend my deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Sheppard."
Police did not identify the victim, but a woman at Toronto's Action Messenger says bike courier Darcy Allan Sheppard was killed Monday night in the incident.
Witness reports suggest Sheppard died after hanging onto a car following an altercation with a driver in the city's tony Yorkville district just before 10 p.m.
Those who say they saw what happened said the 33-year-old cyclist was dragged by the car before falling and suffering fatal injuries.
Bryant, a colourful and outspoken public figure, was attorney general, aboriginal affairs minister and minister of economic development. As attorney general, the 43-year-old lawyer was responsible for strict laws against street racing and drunk driving.
Bryant left provincial politics earlier this year to accept a position with Invest Toronto, a new corporation whose mandate is to attract investment to the city.
Surveillance video links the suspect driver with the cyclist in two separate incidents but the video doesn't tell the full story, said Sgt. Tim Burrows.
Burrows said Bryant called 911 and "was not in any way trying to evade or elude our investigation."
He appears in court Oct. 19.
The tragic story captivated the biking community in Toronto, a city where tensions between cyclists and motorists are ever present.
"Ugly indeed," read one comment posted to the chat forum BikingToronto.com.
"I'm reserving full judgment until more details come to light," writes the blogger, posting under the name Scarr. "In any event, this should never have escalated to the point that it did."
Premier Dalton McGuinty called the incident tragic but added the "best thing to do in the circumstance is to allow the investigation unfold."
When asked how he felt given his personal relationship with Bryant, McGuinty said: "It's just very sad."
"It is very tragic how events that unfold inside a minute can have such a profound impact on people's lives, negative impact."
In a statement, Toronto Mayor David Miller, who is also chairman of Invest Toronto, expressed his "sincere condolences" to the family and friends of the cyclist.
"As this is an active police investigation, I will not be making any further comment on this tragedy today," Miller said.
The incident took place on bustling Bloor Street between Bay Street and Avenue Road, a popular area of restaurants, hotels and high-end jewelry and clothing stores.
Tips from those who claim to have seen what happened were pouring in to police, and investigators said they would like to hear more.
"We will still take any calls from the public that can add to our investigation and help us out," said Burrows.
"We have enough information to substantiate the charges that have been laid against Mr. Bryant at this time. But we will continue the investigation and will take any more information that the public can provide us."
Just wanted to thank the OSB crew for a couple of good rides..... although one of them could have been a bit drier. It was great meet all of you. Also special thanks to Turbo and Darlene for the invite for the ribs on Saturday evening. I'm still recovering from the 5 racks. I may just have to start an OSB "West" chapter here in Vancouver. Thanks again.
Commute with Smoothy for Wed I can NOT make as I have just been informed and an urgent meeting, relatively speaking to the committee I am on, so won't be out in the am. Would be available for a ride by 1000am.
Donut there is no commute with Smoothy but would like to go out just the same at 0735 from McLeans sport. We could do a different route as The Smoothy won't be out. I encourage all others to join me for a nice ride to kick off the last long weekend of the summer. I will even do the Smooth and treat to a coffee and muffin during and or after the ride.Many will be away this weekend including the Bubs and myself.
Rat, I'm pretty sure I'm heading out Thursday AM for Salisbury. If you're interested in riding a portion, you're more than welcome. We can stop for coffee at your turnaround point as well. Maybe Gagetown or the Robin's Donut in Upper Gagetown.
Having read much about the tragedy in Toronto. My gut reaction is that the cyclist killed was suffering from Road Rage....Rage against Motorists.
Oxymoronic? perhaps but how often as cyclists have we felt outrage towards motorists when they may have not respected our rights to be on the road.
Countless times all of us have encountered Motorists who have caused stress to our rides. Do you remember the Baseball Bat incident from a couple of seasons ago?
OSB, Rad Edge, Free Wheelers, Team Evil......Ride Cool and Ride Often
Tank - right you are. I have been buzzed by 2 pickup trucks full of kids Sunday and today and they had a great laugh. I certainly was pissed flicked them the bird, yelled expletives. An article I had read said try to avoid the rage, get the license time and location and start reporting these things to the police.
As both cyclist and motorist. It's important that we see both sides of the issue. All we can do is ride and drive safely. Hoping that others do the same.
Yes Greg Hull, OSB great group. Sometimes it takes a keen eye to remind us... Thanks
I may try the morning 10k run at 6am thurs morning before leaving... so probably could be on the bike by 7:30 in new maryland if any commuters want to hook up for part of my adventure :).
80km for this old dog. not much place for sandbagging on that route. Rat, Dish, Zorro, Curtis, and Turbo B e a u t i f u l N i g h t. We're off to NH for a Long weekend, So anyone feel free to pick a route for Friday and Saturday.
I can be part of your adventure, I will be ready if you just swing by my place. Rob, there is no official commute on Thursday, and Smoothy is away this weekend but I will commute leaving the SS centre by the Y at 735am. Still head out to Oromocto north side and back the south.
Sorry I missed it - sounds like a sweet, easy ride. Dang! Ms. Jazz had a couple suppertime commitments. Up for Friday though - how about up to Woolastook and back on old TCH or is that too long?
I am really sorry! the commute with Smoothy is a Friday morning event which I clearly did not state after saying there wasn't a Thursday ride. My ride form the SS centre is for Friday am.
As you can guess I confused Adam (No Doubt) as well.
No problem, to be honest I suspected it was a Friday ride, but I'm on vacation so I have a lot of time on my hands this week. It was a great morning for a ride.
Gorgeous night for a ride tonight...me and Ms. Jazz coming through Douglas with an orange setting sun behind us and a full moon rising right ahead of us. How often does that happen?!
I'm in for the ride tonight. Hopefully something not too long and not too fast. It almost seems like we should go somewhere for a beer afterwards, doesn't it?
Hey folks, is there anyone interested in being part of a team for the Subaru 1/2 Iron? We need 1 more cyclist, lots of food, laughs and great chance to see how fast you can ride 90K. Love to have you participate. Mike Th Radical Edge
Also we would like to invite you to participate in the Tour de Vin October 3. 65K wine tasting tour with friends, followed up by a great dinner at Garrison house. The proceeds go towards the Heart and Stroke foundation. For more information and registration call The Radical Edge 459-3478. Thanks, Mike The Radical Edge
Any mountain bikers out there? We have a group going to Presque Isle tomorrow morning to do the trails at the Nordic Heritage Center. It is well worth the drive.
Any mountain bikers out there? We have a group going to Presque Isle tomorrow morning to do the trails at the Nordic Heritage Center. It is well worth the drive.
Cookie, I may be in, I'm at work right now, however there is still space for one more person off.. Not sure what time your planning to leave, or if I have already missed out.. If not give me a call.. 440-6011
Hey Smoothy are you around this week for commutes?
I would like to ride for Tuesday. If no smoothy likely leave the SScenter at 1000am as I am working evening this week. The Gornish is nice this time of year via the Lincoln rd.
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Bubbles, Ally, and The Cookie... you in the morning.
Marlene, we're all in. See you at 0600!
I'm in for the Monday night ride
Rat, Turbo, Donut, Zorro, Smoothie, Marlene, Rob (from Ottawa) and me (Pebbles) pulled a great ride tonight. The theme tonight was "WE LOVE YOU MITCH". Where did that come from?
Kathy. 3:30am. Will pass on run this am. See you wednesday.
It's not road cycling but you can't help but be amazed by what Danny McAskill can do on his bike. Click on Jazz above and take a look at this amazing video.
Thanks for the ride on Monday night. Obviously I left my climbing-legs in Gatineau Park (the only hills in Ottawa) but somehow managed to finish with the pack. Thanks for pulling me along.
I have one of the only Team OSB ball caps. It is a nice cap; worn only a few times. If any of you Team OSBers are interested let me know.
Hi Team, sure have missed riding with you all. Can't wait to see you on Friday.Thank you for all your well wishes. Timberman was an amazing experience. The bike portion was very hilly and I have to thank you all for helping me with those hills, because I had a great bike ride and in hindsite could have gone much harder. My run sucked but oh well. I'll be out for vengence next time.
Going out for a casual tuesday spin, blog if interested and i'll go by SS for 5:30. otherwise will probably go out Harvey way leaving home at 5pm.. Ottawa Bob good to have you out last night. That damm fast little fella is "Rat" not much of a draft is he!
TORONTO - Former high - profile Ontario cabinet minister Michael Bryant has been charged with criminal negligence causing death and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death after a cyclist was killed in an apparent altercation, police said Tuesday.
Enlarge Photo
Click to Enlarge
Click to Enlarge
THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese
Former Ontario attorney general Michael Bryant talks to media outside the Toronto Police Traffic Services on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. Bryant has been charged with criminal negligence causing death and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death after a cyclist was killed.
Bryant emerged from a night in police custody Tuesday to express condolences to the victim's family in a brief statement outside a downtown police station.
He said he would make a fuller statement about "last night's tragic events" at a later date, but added that for now, "I would, however, like to extend my deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Sheppard."
Police did not identify the victim, but a woman at Toronto's Action Messenger says bike courier Darcy Allan Sheppard was killed Monday night in the incident.
Witness reports suggest Sheppard died after hanging onto a car following an altercation with a driver in the city's tony Yorkville district just before 10 p.m.
Those who say they saw what happened said the 33-year-old cyclist was dragged by the car before falling and suffering fatal injuries.
Bryant, a colourful and outspoken public figure, was attorney general, aboriginal affairs minister and minister of economic development. As attorney general, the 43-year-old lawyer was responsible for strict laws against street racing and drunk driving.
Bryant left provincial politics earlier this year to accept a position with Invest Toronto, a new corporation whose mandate is to attract investment to the city.
Surveillance video links the suspect driver with the cyclist in two separate incidents but the video doesn't tell the full story, said Sgt. Tim Burrows.
Burrows said Bryant called 911 and "was not in any way trying to evade or elude our investigation."
He appears in court Oct. 19.
The tragic story captivated the biking community in Toronto, a city where tensions between cyclists and motorists are ever present.
"Ugly indeed," read one comment posted to the chat forum BikingToronto.com.
"I'm reserving full judgment until more details come to light," writes the blogger, posting under the name Scarr. "In any event, this should never have escalated to the point that it did."
Premier Dalton McGuinty called the incident tragic but added the "best thing to do in the circumstance is to allow the investigation unfold."
When asked how he felt given his personal relationship with Bryant, McGuinty said: "It's just very sad."
"It is very tragic how events that unfold inside a minute can have such a profound impact on people's lives, negative impact."
In a statement, Toronto Mayor David Miller, who is also chairman of Invest Toronto, expressed his "sincere condolences" to the family and friends of the cyclist.
"As this is an active police investigation, I will not be making any further comment on this tragedy today," Miller said.
The incident took place on bustling Bloor Street between Bay Street and Avenue Road, a popular area of restaurants, hotels and high-end jewelry and clothing stores.
Tips from those who claim to have seen what happened were pouring in to police, and investigators said they would like to hear more.
"We will still take any calls from the public that can add to our investigation and help us out," said Burrows.
"We have enough information to substantiate the charges that have been laid against Mr. Bryant at this time. But we will continue the investigation and will take any more information that the public can provide us."
Just wanted to thank the OSB crew for a couple of good rides..... although one of them could have been a bit drier. It was great meet all of you. Also special thanks to Turbo and Darlene for the invite for the ribs on Saturday evening. I'm still recovering from the 5 racks. I may just have to start an OSB "West" chapter here in Vancouver. Thanks again.
Commute with Smoothy for Wed I can NOT make as I have just been informed and an urgent meeting, relatively speaking to the committee I am on, so won't be out in the am. Would be available for a ride by 1000am.
Donut there is no commute with Smoothy but would like to go out just the same at 0735 from McLeans sport. We could do a different route as The Smoothy won't be out. I encourage all others to join me for a nice ride to kick off the last long weekend of the summer. I will even do the Smooth and treat to a coffee and muffin during and or after the ride.Many will be away this weekend including the Bubs and myself.
Rat, I'm pretty sure I'm heading out Thursday AM for Salisbury. If you're interested in riding a portion, you're more than welcome. We can stop for coffee at your turnaround point as well. Maybe Gagetown or the Robin's Donut in Upper Gagetown.
Having read much about the tragedy in Toronto. My gut reaction is that the cyclist killed was suffering from Road Rage....Rage against Motorists.
Oxymoronic? perhaps but how often as cyclists have we felt outrage towards motorists when they may have not respected our rights to be on the road.
Countless times all of us have encountered Motorists who have caused stress to our rides.
Do you remember the Baseball Bat incident from a couple of seasons ago?
OSB, Rad Edge, Free Wheelers, Team Evil......Ride Cool and Ride Often
Tank - right you are. I have been buzzed by 2 pickup trucks full of kids Sunday and today and they had a great laugh. I certainly was pissed flicked them the bird, yelled expletives. An article I had read said try to avoid the rage, get the license time and location and start reporting these things to the police.
No Doubt, when are you leaving on Thursday am?
I am doing a standard cetury ride on wed.pm.I am going slow, 28-30km/h, maybe even slower if it is windy.Could meet in town if anyone is interested.
Rat...words to live by. Avoid the rage!! Pinky, I have one of the few other OSB ball caps and it is great. I would encourage someone to snap it up.
Marlene...see you in the am. Adam and Herc and I will be on the road for 0600 (dark as it is)
Forgot to mention, that I am leaving around 1pm.
As both cyclist and motorist. It's important that we see both sides of the issue. All we can do is ride and drive safely. Hoping that others do the same.
Yes Greg Hull, OSB great group. Sometimes it takes a keen eye to remind us... Thanks
Rat, I won't be able to make it out for a ride on Wed morning as I'm in between my nights.. Sorry, we'll get back at it next week..
Will be riding tonight as can't make it out this am. The route tonight looks great.
A little birdy (Jazz) told me Friday was easy ride night and I could come out without getting dropped. See you all Friday evening!
It does look like a great ride tonight (Wednesday) but I can't make it. Is there a "commute" on Thursday morning?
I may try the morning 10k run at 6am thurs morning before leaving... so probably could be on the bike by 7:30 in new maryland if any commuters want to hook up for part of my adventure :).
Coach - we'd love to see you Friday night!
Bubbles, here is my e-mail for AM running:
marlene.mcv@hotmail.com
I may not be there Thursday.
Tough ride tonight. Started bonking on the way down Keswick Ridge after chasing Rat. Thanks for the pull back into town!
80km for this old dog. not much place for sandbagging on that route.
Rat, Dish, Zorro, Curtis, and Turbo
B e a u t i f u l N i g h t.
We're off to NH for a Long weekend, So anyone feel free to pick a route for Friday and Saturday.
No Doubt,
I can be part of your adventure, I will be ready if you just swing by my place.
Rob, there is no official commute on Thursday, and Smoothy is away this weekend but I will commute leaving the SS centre by the Y at 735am. Still head out to Oromocto north side and back the south.
Sorry I missed it - sounds like a sweet, easy ride.
Dang! Ms. Jazz had a couple suppertime commitments. Up for Friday though - how about up to Woolastook and back on old TCH or is that too long?
K Rat, I'll be leaving here at 7:30, I'll swing by your place on my way out.
Rat,
I'll be at the SS Centre at 7:35am. See you there.
hmmm... something doesn't add up...
Rob,
I am really sorry! the commute with Smoothy is a Friday morning event which I clearly did not state after saying there wasn't a Thursday ride. My ride form the SS centre is for Friday am.
As you can guess I confused Adam (No Doubt) as well.
Hi Rat,
No problem, to be honest I suspected it was a Friday ride, but I'm on vacation so I have a lot of time on my hands this week. It was a great morning for a ride.
See you tomorrow.
Rob,
that would be great. The tradition is to ride to Oromocto and ahve a coffee at MacDonalds but we could go for the Sour Grape, my treat.
All are welcome to join us at the SS center tomorrow at 0735.
Rat, count me in for the AM ride... See you at the SS Complex 735
Rat. Sorry, forgot about an appointment I have in the AM. Will not be able to make it.
Rat and Donut,
I will meet you all for the ride Friday morning. See you at the SS Complex at 735.
Gorgeous night for a ride tonight...me and Ms. Jazz coming through Douglas with an orange setting sun behind us and a full moon rising right ahead of us. How often does that happen?!
Check out this link for the Fredericton Frigid River Fall Adventure Race on October 3. It sounds like a lot of fun.
http://www.naturalselectionar.com/frar/?page_id=6
So, anyone besides Coach and I riding tonight?
I'm in for the ride tonight. Hopefully something not too long and not too fast. It almost seems like we should go somewhere for a beer afterwards, doesn't it?
Hi guys, I am all ready to ride tonight
And I will be there. Yippee!!!!!!!
Saturday Morning Ride: 800am from SS, 55-70 k with breakfast. Who's in?
I'm up for a short easy ride with beers afterwards. Ringo's?
I will be there for Saturday morning ride and breakfast. Had a great ride this a.m. with Rat and Rob (from Ottawa).
I'm in for the Friday ride. Is it 5:30PM at Stepping Stone?
That's right, Woody
Woody's coming - let's do a Mazerolle Settlement ride then?
just kidding, just kidding!!!
Hey folks, is there anyone interested in being part of a team for the Subaru 1/2 Iron? We need 1 more cyclist, lots of food, laughs and great chance to see how fast you can ride 90K. Love to have you participate.
Mike
Th Radical Edge
Also we would like to invite you to participate in the Tour de Vin October 3. 65K wine tasting tour with friends, followed up by a great dinner at Garrison house. The proceeds go towards the Heart and Stroke foundation. For more information and registration call The Radical Edge 459-3478.
Thanks,
Mike
The Radical Edge
Planning on a Monday morning ride. Let me know if interested. Anytime in the morning works for me.
Hey Pebbles: I am in for monday morning ride.
Any mountain bikers out there? We have a group going to Presque Isle tomorrow morning to do the trails at the Nordic Heritage Center. It is well worth the drive.
Any mountain bikers out there? We have a group going to Presque Isle tomorrow morning to do the trails at the Nordic Heritage Center. It is well worth the drive.
On behalf of Hockey Zorro (and Pebbles) -
There will be a ride leaving the SS centre at 8:30 AM Monday.
All welcome.
Cookie, I may be in, I'm at work right now, however there is still space for one more person off.. Not sure what time your planning to leave, or if I have already missed out.. If not give me a call.. 440-6011
Hey Smoothy are you around this week for commutes?
I would like to ride for Tuesday. If no smoothy likely leave the SScenter at 1000am as I am working evening this week. The Gornish is nice this time of year via the Lincoln rd.
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