Weekly Newsletter – 18 March 2009 / Issue Number: 432-11-2009

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Weekly Newsletter 18 March 2009 / Issue Number: 432-11-2009

PCC, Your Perfect Cycling Companion

This issue

Note from the Editor P1

The week ahead M+D P2

The week ahead T+G P3

The week that was P4

Interstate 2009 P6

Spare wheels project P9

Club membership P9

Pedal to Crank: The Interviews P10

Contributions this weekArticles

Kuan(Tan)

Photos/Images

Don Chan

A Note from the Editor

Last weekends recce for the Presidential was very positive.

We believe we have enough trail at this point of time to keep

you breathless throughout the ride!! And of course, its not

over yet...we are going again this weekend!! So block out 14

June 2009....the Presidential is BACK !!

For this weekend, the usual suspects from the M+D will be

doing this years first Ride + Camp. Therefore a reminder to

you all to meet at the RV Point (Petronas inside KarakHighway, 18km after the Genting Sempah R&R) at 8am, rain

or shine.

Interesting write up from a roadie last weekend of Kampung

Kuantan...written by Kuan...Tan?? Anyways....the boys and

girls are tearing up the roads with their distance as IS 09

looms ahead. Train hard !!

Ed....(Thinking if that 60 degree slope going for 3kms is a

good idea as part of the Presidential loop....)

14 JUNE 2009

The Presidential isback....


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Its time to finalise the pledges for trees and

collect the money for the Hutan Kita re-forestation

project in Bukit Kiara.

TRAKS are heading this drive for the cycling

community and Ying How has been doing a

sterling effort in driving this forward. They have

secured a 500 tree plot way up twin peaks worth

RM30,000.

Under the TRAKS banner, together the various

clubs and cyclists we have so far raised

RM21,000!! So currently we are 9k short of the

30,000.

PCC has yet to finalise its combines pledges, so

please send a mail to me at [email protected]

giving your number of pledged trees.

You can pass cash directly to me, or deposit to a

bank account. e-mail for details.

1 tree is RM 60 which covers the cost of the

sapling, planting and maintenance until

established.

PLEDGES SO FAR

Name Pledged Trees Value

Ligia Fernandez 3 180

Alvin Chan 1 60

Adrian Ng 5 300

Sharon Goh Ee Lyn 1 60

Rob Schorr 2 120

Choon Fai Choy 1 60

Chin Teng Lim 1 60

Danny Fam 2 120

Peter Choong 1 60

Foo Chuen Yong 5 300

Simon Guinness 1 60

James Yap 1 60


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Weekly Newsletter 18 March 2009 / Issue Number: 432-11-2009The week ahead M + D Saturday / Sunday ride 21 March 2009

Self Support Ride + Camp by The Yellow Manta

Time for our first sleepover of the year! Whenever we go to Telemung, we find the downhill blast out irresistible! Yet

another PCC adventure not to be missed!

We are going back to the same campsite like previously, not too far from the original horse-shoe camp. Beside a nice

pool fed by an equally nice waterfall and a sandy beach that you can actually sleep on if it doesnt rain. Perfect setting fora weekend camp not to mention another great ride!

Date: 21 March 2009 22 March 2009 (Saturday to Sunday)

Game Plan: Plans to meet up Saturday at the big Petronas station inside the Karak Highway (East bound)

where you can stock up on munchies, water and toilet paper. The Petronas station is located

inside the Karak Highway 18kmafter the Genting Sampah tunnel and R&R. From here, we will

convoy along the Karak Highway and come off at Telemung. The convoy will continue to Chow

Kai Peng Enterprise, a private yard for harvested oil palm fruits. We will go seek permission to

park our cars inside here and have the caretaker to keep an eye on the cars over night for a

reasonable fee (for which you will be billed).

From here we ride 2.5km to the trail head. The trail is 13km of gravel and ex-logging/4x4 track.

Its quite open for the majority so expect to get hot and sweaty but thats why there is a great

waterfall and pool at the end! Its generally flat initially until the ex-logging trail starts, then its

an undulating climb for 8km with a couple of fairly steep sections that will be tough with a big

back-pack. The remainder is downhill to the campsite. There are other trails and waterfalls to go

exploring on the bike if you feel up to it once camp is set up.

Participation

Fresh air and sunshine is free. Come for the ride/camp and camaradrie. Just pack your own stuff and meet up at Petronas

on the appointed date and time. Do call Pete on 012 227 4443 or James Yap on 012 3158 204 in advance to let us knowyoure coming or if you need more info.

Afternoon Run

For those of you who cant get leave on Sat, you can opt to join Danny Fam going in the afternoon. Please call him for the necessary

arrangement Danny on 013 330 3325. But dont come too late. Or you find yourself caught in darkness or rain. Or miss out on the

choices spot to pitch your tent...

Confirmed Participants To-date

James Yap, Pete, Danny Fam, Yong, Simon, Fong, LeeNya, James Bak, Ivan, Annie, Soh, Selina, Bok, Albert, Nagai-san, Chim Jauh Foo,

Chan Chee Kiat, Tan Meng Liew, Leong Chun Hong

Day Trip Run In and out on Saturday

Adrian, Kiat Hong, Brenda, Choy, Dot, Lena, Justin, Alvin (maybe). Call Adrian (012 383 2618) if you are interested.


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Packing Tips

As with every self-supported ride-n-camp, you are

responsible for bringing your own tent and food, thus it

makes sense to drag a buddy or two along to share the load ifnot the ride. Trick is in the packing and you can lighten the

load considerably by pooling common equipment like mini

stoves and tents. Bring light and ready-cooked food. Forget

sleeping bags as they are pretty bulky. A sarong will do and is

more versatile. Really, its not as difficult as it seems to ride

with a load! Take our word for it, PCC has done it umpteen

times. Do it once and youll come asking for more!

The Telemung Check List

- Tent (flysheet is a lot lighter and you can share tie round your top tube)- Light-weight waterproof ground sheet

- Sufficient food for dinner and supper (day 1) and breakfast (day 2) and lotsa coffee (& whiskey?)!

- Water filter (if dont have, never mind, can share)

- Mini stove (best the light & flimsy foldable type and burning element) & light utensils

- Small parang (light-weight type)

- Change of clothes to sleep in (waterproof it!), towel and toiletries

- Raincoat/windbreaker (can get pretty chilly)

- Torchlight/lighter

- Usual cycling gear (wear the same set of smelly jersey and shorts the next day out)

- Keep another set of clothing in your car for after the camp-n-ride

The Telemung Tentative Schedule

Day 1 Sat 21 Mar 2009

8.00am Meet at Petronas Station inside Karak Highway (18km after Genting Sampah tunnel)

Breakfast on your own

Pack lunch

8.30am Convoy to Karak town

Pack lunch

9.30am Depart for Telemung.

Convoy will leave at 9.30am SHARP.

10:00am ETA Car Park at Chow Kai Peng EnterpriseUnload and get ready for ride.

10.30am Ride commences

1:00pm ETA campsite / Lunch (BYO) / Set up camp / Swim and clean up / Free and easy

6.00pm Dinner time! (Of course you got to cook first!) / Campfire/Tok Kok time!

12.00am Bedtime

Day 2 Sun 22 Mar 2009

7.00am Rise-n-shine with the sun

8.00am Breakfast / Swim / Break camp & clean up /

10:00am Ride out commences11:30am ETA car park / Clean up (bathroom available at Chow Kai Peng) / Pack up cars

12:30pm Lunch at Karak town or head home

2:00pm Depart for KL at your own leisure

The week ahead M + D Saturday / Sunday ride 21 March 2009


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The week ahead T + G Sunday rides 25 March 2009

Tar + Grime by The Don

Bentong Here We Come

After last weeks scorching ride, we are headed to cooler

grounds while keeping the distance high. The climbs up

Genting Sempah will provide a good training ground for days

1 and 2 of IS09. A nice aerobic ride or a lung-busting ride will

be entirely up to you. This is a self-supported ride, so please

bring along your spare tubes, inflation device, hydration salts,

2 water bottles, mobile phone & some cash.

Date: 22 March 2009

Time: 7:15am (please be ready by 7am)

Start/End: AWE Sup Power food court (in front of Sekolah Menengah Teknik Gombak, Jln Sg. Pusu, Off Jln

Gombak

Route Details: We start at AWE and make our way towards Genting Sempah via Jalan Gombak. Rolling roads

greet us as we make our way up. We shall regroup at the cross junction in front of the workshop

at 23km. Careful of lorries plying this route, especially in switchbacks. They will take the whole

road when they corner. Road condition is generally good but be aware of sandy spots at

switchbacks. Cool fresh air is standard. We will have our refuel & second re-group point at the

Shell station in Bentong.

Option A: AWE-workshop junction-AWE (46m)

Option B: AWE-Shell station- AWE: (110km)

How to get there:

Head to Jalan Gombak as usual (if coming from Kepong, exit the MRR flyover after Batu Caves temple & go straight along

Jln Batu Caves. Do not follow the flyover to Karak Hwy). Reset your car distance meter when you turn left at the mosque

on Jln Gombak. Drive 2.2km until u see a traffic light & take a right turn into Jln Sg Pusu. At 3.1km you see Sekolah

Menengah Teknik Gombak on your right. U-turn and youre there!

Park at AWE Sup Power food court, just next to the entrance of the school. There are ample parking space & hot food to

fill our bellies when we finish our ride. Your Ride Leader is Don and you can contact him at 017-883 0538 if you have any

queries. See you all Sunday!


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The week that was (15 March 2009) T+G

Impromptu Saturday M + D rides

Spare PartsChoy with his ever willingness to ride, be it morning, noon AND night will be taking calls with his mistress

Rachel from the Yeti Clan by his side, he would certainly ride anything and everything as often as he can. So contact him

for the Saturday Goodness at +60123955255. All levels and ride suggestions are always welcomed.

Weekday T + G rides

TUESDAY NIGHT SPECIAL TAMAN TUN (SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS)

Ride distance: 25km (TTDI Damansara Heights TTDI)

Time: 830pm (check in 15mins before)

Meeting place: In front of KSH (Taman Tun Dr Ismail)

Contact person: Kevin (012 354 7181)

THURSDAY NIGHT RIDE NEW (SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS)

Ride distance:

Time: 700pm (70km) / 830pm (35km)

Meeting place: Putrajaya Mosque Car park

Contact person: Vong 016 287 2066

Ride Guideline: Well maintained flat to undulating roads.

Objectives: Improving endurance,leg strength and road bike skills (eg.

Drafting technique, signalling, road safety)

COMPULSORY TAIL

LIGHTS FOR ALL

NIGHT RIDERS

NO HELMUT

NO RIDE

Make Friends la..

Reportedly 60 riders joined in this Sunday. (Triathletes, Jelutong boys

and lots of others training for the IS2009 came from far and wide.)

Such a large group scared me a little, being a beginner but its a positive

notch for new experiences.

I meet the nicest people on PCC rides! Not only did I catch a few flies

with my benefactor from a previous Sunday, Abang Rahim, I was

reacquainted with an ex-colleague I havent seen for years (looking

good Sham).

Throw in a few bike related conversations and the ride experience was

complete.

Go back & Sleep

It was all I could think of on the slow drive back home. The Kampung

Kuantan ride gave me a newfound appreciation for my bed. Hope it

was the same for the rest of you.

A NEWBIE POINT-OF-VIEW Kampung Kuantan by Kuan Tan(??)

Since I joined the rides in January, I have beengratefully accepting all manner of assistance from total strangers;

urging me on to finish, buying me drinks, pacing me when I looked

ready to collapse etc. This Sunday, I was asked to do my turn to

contribute to this column. Heres my experience under the checklist of

advice given by one Mr. Terry Tan as to how to enjoy the Kampung

Kuantan ride:

Ride Distance is ONLY a number

The jaunt is apparently 120km but like previous T&G rides led by PK, my

computer is always registering 10% -15% more! I had to avoid lookingat the mileage counter to avoid talking myself out of completing the

ride. PK did a good job of shouting safety instructions & directions, but

I seriously doubt his computer is SIRIM approved.

Force yourself to Eat & Drink Constantly

And dont lack in ride preparation! I left my energy bars at home so I

relied on some snicker bars instead. Not good. In so doing, I was

depleted for the hot journey back from Ijok. Onset of cramps further

saw to it that I crawled back to the start point from the Guthrie C. By

the time my body started protesting, it was already too late. Torture!

Enjoy the countryside views

The ride towards Ijok threw us some enjoyable rolling roads and achance to enjoy the big chainring. So it all went by a little faster than I

am accustomed. In between my efforts to turn the rings and fighting

self doubt, I must admit I enjoyed very little of the scenery. My eyes

were on full alert only because some impatient drivers caused a few

anxious moments for the ride. My heart skipped a few beats but I did

my best to follow the more experienced riders to avert mishap. Phew!


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IS 2009

Yes, Tar & Grimes biggest event is drawing near! The Interstate 09 : Seremban- Gemas- Gunung Ledang- Melaka.Its gonna be different. Its gonna be challenging. Its gonna have something for everyone.

And its only 64 days left to go..

IMPORTANT POINTS

1. FULL PAYMENT OF RM 350.00 is required, regardless of whos friend you are or whether you show moreleg than the other guy.

2. Return bus ride on Monday 4th of May 2009, please ADD RM 50.00 extra to your payment. No extramoney, no seat.

3. Latest registration date is the 31st of March 2009, or when we have reached our MAX participants.HOW TO REGISTER AND PAY

1. I only deal with 0s and 1s. I download everything. Weve uploaded it to 2 servers for your convenience.- http://www.pcc-cycling.freeservers.com/IS2009_Form.pdf- http://www.goforth.com.my/IS2009_From.pdf

2. I havent bought the Internet, so I need a hardcopy (you can submit your filled forms and $ to these guystoo)

- Bike Pro in Taman Megah (+603 7805 1989) Tan Boon Foo- KSH in Taman Tun, KL (+603 7727 5173) Leong

3. I only own a fax machine, live too far away and havent bought the Internet, plus I dont like Boon Foo orLeong.

- Go to the bank, and bank the money into the account stated on the form.- Fax the deposit slip (write your name on it) AND the fully filled out form to +603 9221 1899

If you have any queries, please forward them to Dennis Soh(016-212 2696), Ivan Chan(012-379 2979) or Don

Chan(017-883 0538). There will be limited places due to hotel constraints, so we do encourage you to confirm your

saddle time with us ASAP.

possible. Its first-come, first-served basis, so do hurry.


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IS 2009 - Update

Accomodation on 30 April 09 at Klana Resort Seremban

This will be the starting point of Interstate 09. Cars will be parked here in the hotel carpark. The busfrom Melaka will drop off participants here upon the completion of IS09 on May 4th.

Please be advised we have managed to book some rooms at the above hotel at special rates for PCC members for

the eve of IS09.

A double-bed room is RM161 nett, excluding breakfast. Extra beds will be additional. Please call Dennis Soh at 016-

212 2696 or email him at [email protected] to book your rooms with him.

Please make payments to:

"Soh Tze Hong" Maybank Berhad A/C No : 114133088434 and fax deposit slips to 603-9221 1899.

Please indicate your name & contact details on fax.

Link to Hotel website: http://www.klanaresort.com.my/html/intro.html

Map to hotel: http://www.klanaresort.com.my/html/map.html

Please direct any questions you may have to Dennis Soh at the above hp no. Thanks.

Upcoming Events

Are you ready to rumble?

The 2009 'Rumble in the Jungle" KLMBH EPIC is here.

35km of heart stopping, action packed fun and quality Kampung, Palm and Rubber trails. Threecompletely new sections in Batang Kali and Ulu Renning. 100% ride-able trails and climbs hard

enough to test the strong.

Hares : Ying How, Scott Roberts, Ai Ling, Reme, Paie, Ajis

Date : Sunday 26 April 2009

Time : 9:30am

Location : Batang Kali to Ulu Renning and back.

http://klmbhash.ning.com/events/klmbh-2009-epic-bash-176

http://fakawitribe.com/home/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=29&func=view&id=9044&catid=51

http://www.facebook.com/editevent.php?success=1&picture=&eid=57679861724&new=&m=1#/event.php?eid=57679861724&ref=nf


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PLEASE DO NOT CALL US AT THE 11th HOUR ASKING FOR A BIKE. ALLOW 2 DAYS NOTICE MIN

Spare Wheels Project

Your friends have heard you rant about the drops and

the endos and have seen the breathtaking scenery

from your flickr, Facebook and not to forget the fridge

door photos.

They finally want to get off their bum and join you for

a ride but running behind you, sitting on your top tube

or dinking them are probably not the best ways for

them to experience it with you. Of course, he/she

could be shit hot, then no one would probably say

anything.

In any regards, PCC has the SPARE WHEELS PROJECT

underway. Currently made up of generous owner's

bikes, they are available for people to borrow and

ride. Some of them have been ridden more than the

villageernever mind. They've been ridden a lot.

Boon Foo has recently offered his assistance to put

together a few hard tails, and together with what we

have now, we should be able to cater for height

ranging from Snow White's pals to the Yang Mings

who want to give this ago.

In all SERIOUSNESS, if you have someone who wants

to join us for a ride, please do not hesitate to drop us

a line and we WILL do our best to get them a bike for

the next suitable ride. Take note that there will be a

$15.00 charge to cover expenses such as ferrying thebike around, washing it and of course its ongoing

maintenance.

Rob (012 6191 308) / Peter (012 227 4443) /

Alvin (012 3070 830) / Adrian (012 383 2618)

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completed form to [email protected]. or sign up by

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n Nipples.

Membership is FOC, no subscription fee. All

that is required is your commitmentto Ride!!

(bicycles that is) Welcome onboard and

have fun.

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poh amongst themselves! Target is to publish it every Wednesday but do not be surprised if you receive it only on Thursday or, worse still, Friday. After

all, we got another job to tend to which unfortunately demands more priority from us.

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each Wednesday; otherwise well pin the blame on you if the newsletter is delayed! And of course, like they always say, we may edit all articles

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PEDAL TO CRANK Get to know your PCC Riders....

1. When did you start riding and who got you involved?

Started in Nov 05. Ex-national rider, En. Shah Nazad, got me involved & there was no turning back.

2. Why did you start riding?

To take care of my health. To keep my heart healthy, my cholesterol in check & reduce my blood pressure

3. Why do you continue to ride?

To continue to keep healthy & it keeps me fit

4. What (or who) do you ride now ? (i.e MTB / Road or both). Give us the juicy details of your ride...

ride road, usually with PCC & Bkt Jelutong Cycling group.

My bike collection includes a BMC SLC01 carbon in team Astana colors, with Corima tubular carbon wheel

& Record 10-speed groupset. My 2nd bike is a Ducati Factory in Ferarri Red with Campy Super-Record 11-

speed & Campy Shamal Ultra wheels. And my third bike is a Scott Addict R2 with Dura ace 7800 drive

train with Dura ace 7801 SL wheels (tubeless compatible)

5. What and why (is it) your favourite trail?

Locally, my favourite is Puncak Alam. Its amazing when you can hear the sounds of jungle creatures while

you are riding along. My favourite climb is Cameron Highlands because of the cold temperature &

abundant greenery.When it comes to flat & rolling, give me the East coast for its natural views

6. What type of rider would you consider yourself?

think myself a long distance rider

7. What is your dream bike?

My dream bike? Perhaps a Trek Madone 6.9 Astana team issue (ooi! Azhar, tak cukup basikal ke?)

8. What is your favourite ride food (include drink)

Cream buns & Gatorade

9. Do you fantasize about riding when you are not?

Sometimes lar

10. Do you or did you sleep naked with your bike?

Absolutely not. People are reading this, u know

Azahar bin Zainal

A jovial and most helpful character. Azhar can be seen regularly helping out with sweeping duties on Sunday rides. A

powerful climber who can put shame to many younger men. He has as many bikes as he has team jerseys, and all inmatching colors & attire. His favourite team is Astana, maybe he thinks himself a Malaysian Contador? Next time you see

him, just go up & say Hi. Heres what we found out about the man..

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Weekly Newsletter – 18 March 2009 / Issue Number: 432-11-2009