At Team Evesham we believe safety is everyone’s job so we are giving all of our members a 20% discount on RoadID. In our estimation this is the best gift any outdoor enthusiast can buy for themselves. RoadID lists your emergency contact information and key medical concerns. Both of these items are critical for first responders.

This saving is available for our members and it maybe a great time to spread this gift to other family members. We have heard it from several members, my medical info is in my phone or I carry my wallet with me. But when seconds count and first responders need to know immediately, RoadID gives them access to your critical information right on your wrist.

This is limited time discount, you must purchase and use this discount code before December 24. Please take this step to protect yourself and your other family members who are outdoor enthusiasts. The true story about how the company started is the founder was run off the road when he was running.

Here are the details:

Your Team Evesham Road ID Club Discount Coupon code is: 18XAMFK7

This coupon code is good for 20% off of each order placed during the designated 20 day period. This special offer is open to all group members.

• Your STARTING DATE is: December 4th
• Your ENDING DATE is: December 24th (Midnight).

Please make sure everyone knows that they can place their order(s) one of two ways:

1. By website: RoadID.com. The coupon code can be entered during the Checkout Process.
2. By calling our Customer Service Department: 800-345-6336. We’re available Monday-Thursday, 9-6 EST, 9-4:30 EST on Friday, and are happy to help out.

These team members rode on Friday. and all have a RoadID.

 

After a frigid Thanksgiving we were looking forward to a ride on Sunday.  We awoke to a sunny day with temperatures all the way up into the mid-forties. Being optimists, it looked promising.  Unfortunately, the early morning rains left wet and flooded roads.  Taking into consideration the dangers presented by puddles and wet leaves, for the safety of our riders we cancelled the ride.  A few decided to take the risks and ride on their own.  However, they did have to make a few detours

Maybe we’ll have better luck next weekend.

Be sure to save the date for our after holidays team party be on January 11^th.   More details are coming soon.

 

       

    

This Sunday we had three ride groups out for a trip to Nixon’s, the gourmet deli of the Pine Barrens.

Team Evesham also was awarded with recognition from the American Cancer Society for our stellar fund raising in the Bridge to the Beach event this past June. We achieved the ninth top fund raising position for 2018.

We also want to wish all of our teammates and their families a joyous celebration this coming Thursday, if the weather forecasts are correct you will need to bundle up to stay warm too.

We are cancelling the Friday ride since it is Black Friday with too many vehicles on the road for safety.  If you do shop be cautious when you drive.

Lastly, we remind you that it is almost summer time in Australia and our favorite mate, Ryan Gaskin is out and leading rides for all of those Team Evesham folks who journey down to visit him. Be sure to ride with Ryan soon.

 

 

A few quick reminders:

1) We are looking for folks too join the team Evesham Board of Directors, email Dave Bennis who chairs the nominating committee at dave@teamevesham.org .

2) Our After Holiday Party is scheduled for Friday, January 11, more details to follow.

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This past Sunday we woke to frost on the windshields and temperatures below freezing, but we still had a dozen hearty “ice cube riders” out for a trip to Murphy’s Market. Folks were climbing into their attics for their winter gear; base layers, booties, and warm jackets were required. Sandy was back from overseas and he complained about the 60 degree colder temperatures.

We also honored Veterans Day and thanked those who served. The freedoms we enjoy in the USA come because others have been brave enough to go into battle to protect our way of life.

Speaking of warmer temperatures on your next overseas trip remember we have Team Evesham, ride leaders in both Australia and Israel. Here is Sharon modeling her ride leader team jersey.

The holidays are approaching and we wanted you to reserve the night of Friday, January 11 2019 for the Team Evesham after holiday party.

With the colder weather here with the possibility of snow on Thursday we wanted to offer you a chance to order the custom Team Evesham winter gear. Click HERE for the Team Voler store. Orders will arrive in January.

 

This past Sunday was a perfect day for autumn riding. The sky was clear, little or no wind, and the temperatures while a little cool at the start did warm up for a comfortable ride.  About 40 team members were at Rastelli’s to ride one of the 3 scenic routes out to Pemberton. (49, 41, and 36 miles).  Upon return several rides enjoyed some fine eats and comradery in Rastelli Market Fresh.

Hopefully we will have more days like that before year end, and you’ll be riding with us.

Our sponsor, Danzeisen & Quigley is offering a special on bike fit and tune-up.  It’s a good opportunity to get your bike in top shape for the late autumn and early winter riding season.

 

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This past Sunday was our Halloween ride.  The weather with dark clouds and chilly temperatures set the stage for a possibly spooky ride. Several of our in the “spirit” riders came in costume, those with the best costumes received prizes.  Congratulations to Mike, Matt, VA and Geri.

 

Did I mention spooky?  The second stop was at VA’s for the Haunted Porch and Yard Tour.  We promoted this a few weeks ago.  VA hosts it each year to raise funds to fight cancer.  (See photos below.)

Last chance to order Team Evesham gear from Voler and receive it before the Holidays.  The online store is now open, but it will be  closing on November 5^th.  Items ordered will ship by December 14^th.  Go to Team Store to order.

Save the date – Friday, January 11^th , we will be having a annual after-holiday party.

 

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We start this week’s recap with a very serious, very important safety message from a long-time fellow Team Evesham rider:

Hi, you know me as Rich Bernstein, ride leader. I want to recount for you an experience I had one day in September. I crashed during a ride. But, aside from a bruised kneecap (I am icing it as I write), I am fine.  You may detect minor remains of road rash on my face, but I suffered no serious injuries. I rode for the 3rd Sunday in a row this week, in fact. I am not writing to you today to tell you about my injuries. I am instead, writing about the injuries, I didn’t have! Look at the the two photos below.

 

Despite the way my face looked, I didn’t break my nose or any teeth. You may be able to detect lines on my forehead. Those are from the vents on the front of my helmet.

My helmet protected my noggin! Yes, it cracked. Right in the front, above my nose. It must have hit first, protecting my nose.  I also have no eye injuries. Why? Because I was wearing goggles. There is a scrape on my right lens where it scraped the tarmac. But, no eye injuries. This was my first crash, after probably, 10,000 miles with the team. We have to accept that there is some risk in our chosen activity (but the rewards outweigh the risks!)

I am writing today to implore you to do what you can to minimize risk!  I believe I had no concussion because I wore the right helmet, that was fitted to me, at D&Q and I wore it correctly.

My helmet then, and now, has MIPS protection. I also bought it at my local bike store, Danzeisen and Quigley, allowing them to confirm that it was the right size and fit me properly.  I also know that I adjusted the wheel in the back, just before leaving the rest stop prior to my crash. I see too many people wear a helmet on the side of their head or pushed back. The helmet fit, and it did its job.

If you don’t have MIPS protection get it. Forgo the next meal out if you must, but your head is worth it! And please, resist the temptation to buy the cheap helmet. Buy the right helmet and have the store fit it and show you how to wear it properly.  Mine was $85, after the TE discount, a very small price to pay.

And, please wear eye protection. I like riding with you people and I want us all to be riding for many years to come.

If you need help on any of these safety issues, contact the team ride leaders or the board.

Rich Bernstein

Geared up and Ready to Ride!

 

Winter Team Evesham Gear

Also order your Team Evesham winter gear before November 5 and have it here for the holidays. This custom cycling gear is a great gift for the active cyclists.

Welcome to the Voler Online Ordering System

Team Evesham is using the Voler Custom Online Order System to collect and process your cycling apparel order. Please follow the steps below to place your individual order for inclusion in the overall team order.

1. Click on this link to access your team order site: Team Evesham
2. Click on “LOGIN” to enter your Login/Billing Info. Click on “Create Account” to save the information and to create your new User ID and Password. You will automatically be directed to the home page for your team order. If you are a returning customer, please use your original Login and Password.
3. Click on “Begin Shopping” to gain access to the orderable products page. To place items in your shopping cart, click on the item you want to order, then the options you want to select, then the “Add to cart” button. You can choose to “View Your Bag” or “Continue Shopping” after adding each item. Repeat these steps for each item you want to order.
4. After placing the last item you want to order in your shopping cart, click on “View Your Bag” to display the items. Carefully review the items and make any necessary modifications or deletions. Because each item is custom built, refunds and exchanges will not be accepted. After you have confirmed your order is correct, click on “Proceed to Checkout” to complete the secure checkout process by entering your credit card payment information.
5. After you have completed the secure checkout process, an Order Confirmation will automatically be displayed and e-mailed to you for your records.
6. After the order deadline date has passed, you will no longer be able to access the order site. If you have not completed the checkout process for your order by this date, any items in your cart will be removed. The Order Deadline and the Order Ship Date are displayed on the order homepage. The Ship Date is the date that your order will be shipped from Voler.

Thank you for your order. If you have any questions, please call 800-488-6537 and ask for assistance from a Voler Customer Service Representative, or send us an email at sales@voler.com.

This past Sunday’s ride from Rastelli’s, but not the Rastelli’s in Marlton.  For a little variety we began the ride at Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farms in Mullica Hill.  It was almost perfect weather for an autumn ride, the only thing missing was sunshine. There was a choice of 2 routes; a 30 mile ride on country roads though the farm lands in South Jersey, the other a 44 mile ride to historic Fort Mott along the Delaware River.

While at Fort Mott our team members took time to admire the view of the Delaware River and to explore the gun emplacements at the Fort, and they took advantage the opportunities for photo ops and many selfies.

On the way back on both rides our riders discovered, and many commented on, that lower Gloucester and Salem counties are not nearly a flat Burlington county.

Upon return we became immersed in the Farm’s pumpkin festival.  All types of activities and foods, but not sure how many stayed to enjoy them.

Reminder – Beginning October 19th all team rides will start at 9:00am.

 

Still to come in October . . .

Sunday, October 21 – Ian Cameron Memorial Ride

The Ian Cameron Memorial Ride is sponsored by Danzeisan & Quigley and is open to all. It leaves from Bertucci’s in Marlton (515 Route 73 North) at 9:00am, but please be there by 8:30.  There are 3 route options:

• 25 Mile  – IanC-25
• 38 Mile  – IanC-38RB
• 50 Mile  – IanC-50R1

Upon your return there will be unlimited pizza at Bertucci’s for only $10.

 

Sunday, October 28 – Team Evesham Halloween Ride

This will be our 1^st Annual Halloween Ride starting from Rastelli’s in Marlton at 9:00am. The ride will be part of our regularly scheduled  Sunday team rides. Costumes are strongly encouraged, but not required. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.  How creative can you be?  Also, there will be a special stop for a “Halloween Haunted Porch and Yard Tour” which has been created by a teammate to raise funds for charity.

If you would like to donate your time for a good cause, please consider coming in costume and assisting with the tour. If interested, please email VA at vavikings@yahoo.com and let her know of your availability.

 

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The first Sunday in October favored us with ideal cycling weather, moderate temperatures and tons of fun with our teammates.  We ventured out to Pemberton and we had four different route options, just amazing to have so many folks out and riding either with us or on the Tour de Pines or the Sea Gull Century.

October will to be month of consecutive special events for Team Evesham, next Sunday, October 14 we will move our ride to Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farms (1631 NJ Route 45, Mullica Hill). This ride will start at 9:00am and we will ride on the rural roads of Salem and Cumberland Counties on all new routes. We will ride alongside farms and take our rest stop at Fort Mott right on the Delaware River. This site protected Philadelphia for many years.  The same great Rastelli’s saving await you here next Sunday, you still save 10% off your lunch food purchases and you can enjoy wine with your lunch too.

Speaking of great teammates here is a picture of two teammates who are faculty members at school in South Jersey. When the theme was wear “Your Favorite Team Shirt” they both wore their cycling kits to school. “In life it’s not where you go, but who you ride with” .

 

Don’t forget, we have some special event this month. 

Here is a quick overview:

• Sunday, October 14,we will move our ride to Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farm in Mullica Hill, this is an all new route.
• Sunday, October 21, the annual Ian Cameron Memorial Ride, this will take place at Bertucci’s  in Marlton with unlimited pizza to follow the ride.
• Sunday, October 28, the First Annual Halloween Costume Ride, plus a special route, and spooky stops along the way and prizes.

Watch for more details on all of these October Events.

 

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This weekend was just spectacular, two incredible days filled with sunshine and perfect riding temperatures. (the National Weather Service in Mt. Holly confirmed this September was one of the wettest on record). Can life get any better? This Sunday we journeyed out to the Old World Bakery. Several teammates were participating in the City to Shore event and we all can’t wait for October so we can keep on riding.

Don’t put your bike away, we have so many great events planned for this coming month. Here is a quick over view:

• Sunday, October 14,we will move our ride to Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farm in Mullica Hill, this is an all new route.
• Sunday, October 21, the annual Ian Cameron Memorial Ride, this will take place at Bertucci’s  in Marlton with unlimited pizza to follow the ride.
• Sunday, October 28, the First Annual Halloween Costume Ride, plus a special route, and spooky stops along the way and prizes.

Watch for more details here in the Weekly Report for all of these October Events.

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