If you’ve been riding around Boston long enough, you’ve probably seen a man drumming and occasionally tapping a cow bell on his bike.
Well, here he is:
Meet Greg.
“I started drumming in Middle School with a Marching Band, then I ended up going to BU Bikes and seeing Galen, the creator of the group with a drum set on his bike. I thought, ‘I could do this!’ and I did. After the first few times of almost dying I got the hang of it. We would go to critical masses and even drum during the Midnight Marathon bike ride.”
If you’re into group rides, you’ve probably experienced Greg’s drumming.
“Group rides are great. It’s a cool way to explore the city and meet people who enjoy riding bikes. I really enjoy (and still frequent) Critical Mass. Sometimes people are suprised when they find out I really enjoy Critical Mass, but honestly a really big bike ride with 100 people is guaranteed fun no matter what. I also go out every Wednesday for the Wednesday Social Ride ”
(Photo Provided by Greg)
Greg’s love for group rides inspired him to create a special Boston Marathon Midnight ride.
(Photo by Albert Mena)
“There was a Thursday Midnight Ride awhile back where lots of people would show up, and I wanted to start something similiar again. I had friends who were talking about running the marathon the night before and that planted the idea in my mind to combine the marathon and bike ride. I brought it up to the BU Bikes meeting and told people about it and they all thought it was awesome.”
Check out video of 2011 Midnight Bike Ride
In its second year, the marathon ride is an incredible success.
“We had people get to the trains at 9 PM this year, there were 100 people at 9:30. Together we totaled 700 people who participated in the bike ride, and over 600 who used the MBTA system to get to Hopkinton. I want people to ride bikes and make friends. I guess it’s working!”
(Photo by Albert Mena)
For more information on the Midnight Marathon ride, click here
As always we have a huge selection of track framesets in stock including Cinelli Mash, Bianchi Super Pista, Superb Sprint, Cinelli Gazzetta, Colnago Pista, and more! Stop in, call or email if you would like to get a frameset, or if you would like to use one as a starting point for a Custom Build!
We just got some fabulous Cadence goodies in. As always, they do NOT disappoint.
Laminated Suede Double Straps in black and grey.
Three types of cycling caps!
Detail shot of two of the caps.
The Cozelman jacket: light weight, synthetic micro-loft filling, reflective detail at hood and chest for visibility purposes and equipped with pockets! Great for the weird synthesis of chilly-ish weather we’ve been having lately.
Stop by and check it out!
Tuesday
National Bike Month Begins!!
Photo Credit: Superb Bicycle
Wednesday
Wednesday Social Ride
Group Ride, mellow pace, geared towards meeting other bicycle oriented individuals whilst cycling. Departs from Toscanini general vicinity around 7 pm.
Bring a helmet, lights, light libations and snacks.
Thursday
For more information, check out this website
Black Falcon Criterium
Photo Credit: Black Falcon Facebook
7 PM, 1 Design Center. Bring your bike, helmet and lights!
MassBike Presents, “Beyond the Spandex” Fashion Show
Photo Credit: MassBike.org
Westin Waterfront Hotel MassBike present a fashion show of urban cycling fashion with garments from companies including Ibex, Swrve, Geekhouse and Club Ride (to name a very select few). The event goes from 6:30-9pm at the Westin Waterfront in Boston.
For more details on the event/how to purchase tickets click here.
Hey internet! Here’s a mini itinerary of events that are going on this week!
Tuesday:
Community Bike Racing Team Chess Challenge at Flat Top Johnny’s (1 Kendall Square Building, Cambridge)
Photo Credit: Cambridge Day
While this isn’t a ride per se, Kevin Porter of Community Bike Racing will be hosting a chess event at Flat Top Johnny’s. Black Falcon Crit riders are encouraged to wear their kits and compete with mental strategy.
First round of PBRs are on the host, stop by, hang with cyclists, and play some chess!
Festivities start at 9ish.
Wednesday:
Wednesday Social Ride
Photo credit: Greg Hum and the Wednesday Social Ride Facebook page
Group ride, with special emphasis on the social.
DEPARTS: 7pm-ish, from the park across from Toscanini’s (Central Sq).
BRING: Bike, helmet, humor, lights, and a positive attitude. (Light libations are optional.)
THE PLAN: Destination, theme, route, etc. all TBA on weekly basis, please check the Facebook page for more information!
Thursday:
Photo credit: Black Falcon Facebook page
Black Falcon “Dirty Bird” Criterium.
We blogged a little bit about this a few weeks ago. Same time of 7L00 (race starts at 7:30), ends around 9-9:30. Bring a helmet, lights, your bike and you to 1 Design Center.
For more information, click HERE.
Saturday :
Boston Messenger Invitational Saturday April 28-Sunday April 29th
Image credit: Boston Messenger Invitational Facebook
In the last weekend of April 2012, Boston will be throwing down again in the style of the 2009 NACCC (parties, debauchery, riding).
This is an invite-only event, please check HERE for more details on attending.
Sunday:
Pink Rhino Racing presents Kissena: An Introduction to Track Racing (Queens, NY)
Image credit: Pink Rhino Racing
An introduction to track racing for those who are curious or even want to enter the world of the velodrome. Registration is limited (only five more spots) and loaner bikes ARE available, just shoot mww34c@gmail.com an email before the day. Helmets, USA Cycling License (one day licenses are available) and Pre Registration are required.
Some Boston people are heading out there (including some members from Pedal Power Racing) if you want to take the trip down to New York.
For more information please email: pinkrhinoracing@gmail.com
