Monday, May 28, 2018

Bill Pagels is a Granddad Again

CRANKS!!!! We're all grandparents again!!

When you see Bill Pagels again, please congratulate him on the newest member of the family. He is a proud new granddad. Maybe he will send in some photos to share with the group.

He missed Saturday's ride so he could be with his family and newest family member. See you soon, Bill!!

Newest Crank Tears It Up in Muenster


Our newest member, Phillip Siebenmann, recently did his first big ride in Muenster on April 29th. Phillip JUST started cycling and is still in the process of gathering all of the necessary gear. He wasn't sure he could make it all the way, or if he could do the hills that the race is famous for, or if his bike would hold up for the entire race.

When asked about the race, this is what he said:

"Munster was great.  Towards the end I wasn't sure I was going to even be able to drive home.   I got clips which helped...but still either getting outbiked or don't use my gears right.  The hills weren't overwhelming and downhills were a blast..   I would do it again.  I can't fathom a 100 mile in the heat, though...Yall are crazy!"

We haven't seen Phillip since the race due to a sprained ankle, but Phillip promises to be back in the saddle with the cranks again soon.

When you see him on the cycle again, please remember to congratulate him on his first big ride.

Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Texas is #3 in Average Cyclist Fatalities

The state of Texas ranks #3 when it comes to the average annual death rate for cyclists. However, when you look at the per capita numbers, we drop down to #16.