BLOODY 'ELL 'UNDRED ROCKS THE WALLDORF!

MINION RIDE AT THE SAME TIME? WAIT, WHAT???

MINION NIGHT AT GAZELLE SPORTS! 

IS THIS A GREAT COUNTRY OR WHAT?!?

MAPLE HILL TRAIL, LOWER SECTION COMPLETE 

AND IT ROCKS!!!

Belo News

August 12, 2017

Gazelle Girl reporting;

Triple Nasty Rancho, Mi. - As dawn broke over the Triple Nasty Rancho, Toesetter surfaced from a deep slumber to the strains of Gazelle Girl screaming “BLOODY ‘ELL!” After assuring himself that the shout was, indeed, the name of a famous cycling event and not spoken in alarm, Toe sprang from bed and commenced to whip up a batch of his famous Bloody Marys.

A somewhat chilly morn for August greeted the lycra-clad GG and Toe as they loaded up to head to Zychmann’s lakeside pad. The duo was greeted by a whistling Zychmann wiping down his steed with a damp cloth. Gazelle Girl double checked Zychmann’s right thigh to be sure he wasn’t using his famed “Satchmo Wad” to do the wiping. Oh, the humanity. Luckily, Zychmann’s typical lump of white facial clothe was neatly tucked into his shorts.

With the bar set up and the deviled eggs assembled, Minions bedecked in their handsome Bloody ‘ell ‘undred jerseys began to filter in. Yeti, AKA Breadman, sashayed in with a gorgeous plate of still-warm blueberry scones. Is this a great country or what? Also in the mix were B-Rod, Stryker Guy, newish Minion Shonger and not-yet-seen-this-year Minion Chico! A small, but powerful, troop.

Bloodies were tipped and introductions were in order as two of Zychmann’s favorite ladies joined the party - wife Marsha and daughter Caty who was visiting from LA.

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The crew headed out into an unseasonably brisk NW wind to head - where else - northwest! As has been the way of the BEU for the past several years, Chico eventually moved to the front and got the train hummin’. Not too far into the day shouts of “Mechanical!” were heard with the discovery of B-Rod suffering from a softie - tire that is. Toesetter’s hand pump provided a boost that was intended to get B-Rod to the nearest gas station to top off the tire. Alas, Mr. Rod’s tire had other plans and

eventually went completely flat. Upon examination, it was discovered that the poor fella had seen better days and was quite fatigued. A call went up for a dollar bill to boot the tired tire. Shonger came through with a single so no one had to give up their twenty - which saved the day. And off they went.

Soon after this stop the crew was slowed once again by the approach of five familiar riders coming in the opposite direction. Rainman, Dreamboat, Mighty Monk, Echo and Classic Gina were out for an early morning 60-miler. Greetings were exchanged and eventually the BEU group continued its quest for refreshments at the Walldorff.

Chico resumed his spot at the front barreling towards lunch. But what’s this? He wasn’t going to lunch! Chico was double booked on this day so he flipped a tad beyond the half way point to get back home. Alas, the pace was now a bit more humane.

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The seven remaining riders arrived hungry and thirsty and looking forward to a tailwind home after all that headwind. Luck would have it that they had a friendly and fairly efficient waitress, thus making it a stellar day at The Walldorff.

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And yet another Minion had overbooked himself. Stryker Guy had to get home to finish the mango salsa he was making for the 100 Men Who Cook fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo. As he excused himself, Yeti Boy followed suit bringing the entourage down to five. Thank goodness for that tailwind.

This is when the pickle juice arrived. Shonger had shared earlier that the elixir does the trick for eliminating muscle cramps. He ordered a round for the crew. Voila! Who knew?

The satiated and uncramped group headed out into the afternoon sun for the lickity split return home with the traditional stop at the Cedar Creek Church then onto Zychmann’s where they were treated to an ice cold mini keg of Oberon and the lapping waves of Gull Lake. Bloody ‘ell! It was a great day! 

Thanks Gazelle Girl for this riveting account of the Bloody 'ell 'undred! Wow!

This week it is back to the Nations "Field of Dreams" know as the KK-TdG!

Saturday, August 19, 2017

Launch Time - 8:00 a.m. - SHARP!

Sharkman will again, be out of action, but the action goes on!

Ride safe!

SHARK MINION NIGHT AT GAZELLE SPORTS! 

IS THIS A GREAT COUNTRY OR WHAT?!?

Belo News

August 16, 2017

Kalamazoo, Mi. - Do you like Gazelle Sports? Do you like getting a deal? Well this is for you, Bunkie!

Gazelle Sports is planning a Shark Minion Night on Thursday, September 28 from 5-8 at Gazelle Sports on Burdick in Kalamazoo.  There will be food and drink (beer, hard cider, wine, pop and some appetizers).  Minions will receive a discount on anything they purchase that evening.  Our own Nikeboy has been working with Gazelle Sports on the event and he will be inviting others.  

Any Minion that wants to attend needs to rsvp Nikeboy at: adingwall32@gmail.com by 9/1.  

Nikeboy, World Traveler that he is, will be gone much of September touring Italy by bike, so he needs to RSVPs soon! Sharkman and Lava Girl plan on stopping by and a possible beer stop after might break out in downtown Kazoo! Oh, the humanity!

So get those RSVP's in to Nikeboy ASAP, Bunkie!

Maple Hill Trail - Lower Douglas Section Preview SWMMBA president Tony shares what's in store for riders on the newly opened (as of this morning) Lower Douglas run. Remember that all of the Maple Hill Trail is directional based on the day, and with the completion of this trail all temporary "downhill only" sections are back to normal operation. Time to climb! Also, don't forget about our grand opening party this Thursday (August 17th) at6:30pm (details below.) https://www.facebook.com/SWMMBA/videos/10155316681091154/

Come celebrate and experience the Maple Hill Trail with us on August 17, 2017. Meet the many individuals and sponsors whose generous contributions of time, funds, and materials have made this recreational opportunity possible. Snacks and beverages will be provided by Old Mill Brewpub and Imperial Beverage. *The Maple Hill Trail is directional based on the day of the week. On the day of the grand opening (Thursday) the direction will be counter-clockwise. This trail system is full of advanced features such as banked turns, berms, and tabletops, but most are designed to be rollable at slow speeds by beginner riders. Bypasses are provided around more intimidating features. All skill levels are welcome! Where:  Maple Hill Trail at Markin Glen County Park - 5300 North Westnedge Avenue – West Entrance Schedule: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Maple Hill Trail dedication ceremony (Maple Hill Trailhead) 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Maple Hill Trail Social Event (West Pavilion) and Trail Ride

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Riders joining the Minion rides acknowledge the inherent risk involved with bicycle riding and by joining any Minion ride hold harmless any rider involved.