[Megabeth]

I’ll be there! (And, wanna know a secret? I’m a HUGE introvert. Seriously. I invite everyone down to HP then spend 3 days afterwards recovering from all the extrovert effort I have to put in.)

We are doing handups slightly different this year to make it less of a frenetic experience. Only a couple people will be on the right side doing it. Left side will be for passing. I have plenty of handups so everyone will have a chance. (And, I’m going to be encouraging the fast groups to hang to the left, etc. etc.)

Hope ya’ll can make it down there because my house is full to bustin’ with swag!

[Megabeth]

Thanks so much for posting this Judd! And, you are absolutely correct – by signing up beforehand it helps me know how many to expect (for some of the in-kind donations this is key!) and 2) if we change the date (please no ice!) we can let everyone know and 3) helps me organize day-of lines for those that have registered and those that have not (and want to give on site).

A bit of background, the Hains Point 100 was started 6 years ago to help support the (then non-existent) Washington Area Bicyclist Association’s Women & Bicycles program. This year it will be held on December 17th and encourages riders to ride the Hains Point 3 mile loop as many times as they can. Doing a 3-mile loop can get a little boring so to entertain us during this event, there are giveaways, hand-ups, food, and freebies from generous supporters. The Hains Point 100 is open to all riders of all ages and all bikes and biking abilities. Over the years this event has attracted hundreds and hundreds of riders and it has raised thousands of dollars. Since 2013, the Women & Bicycles group has grown to over 6700 women and has inspired women to not only ride their bikes but to become leaders, educators and advocates within the cycling community.

If you’d like to sign-up go to http://www.HainsPoint100.com. If you can’t make it you can still donate through that website.

There is also a huge list of FAQs on the website that will give you a sense of what to expect day-of and what the “agenda” is for the day – besides have fun!

Right now this is a list of all the business supporters of the Hains Point 100…and it’s still growing! You can follow along as to what they all have donated on the official Hains Point 100 Facebook event page.

Acme Pie Co.
Aero Tech Designs
Arte by Charlotte
AssSavers
Beeline Bikes Northern Virginia
Best Bike Rides DC
BikeArlington
Bikenetic – Full Service Bicycle Shop
Bikie Girl Bloomers
The Bike Rack DC
bird industries
Capital Bikeshare
Chainspirations.com
City Bikes
Conte’s Bike Shop
Darrell Parks Cycling Calendars
District Hardware and Bike
District Taco
Dominion Cycling Photography
Evelyn Hill Cycling
Fare Well
Founding Farmers Restaurant Group
Handy Bikes DC
High Cloud PeasantMan Triathlon
Java Cruiser
Jump Mobility
KIND Snacks
Lafayette Square Tour of Scandal, Assassination & Intrigue
Michael Levesque, AXA Advisors Financial Professional
Nuu-Muu
A Patriot’s A to Z of America: Things Every Good American Should Know
Phoenix Bikes
Po Campo
Proteus Bicycles
Rapha DC Pop Up
Special FX Lighting, Inc.
Spokes Etc.
Squij Kat, Inc.
Teaism Penn Quarter
The Bike Lane
Trek Bicycle Store
Truly-Life Eco Gifts
The Two-Term Jinx!: Why Most Presidents Stumble in Their Second Terms, and How Some Succeed – Volume 1, George Washington-Theodore Roosevelt
Ursula’s Handmade Cycling Hats!
velofix
Veni Vidi Velo
The Willary

Hope you can join us on December 17th!

[Megabeth]

The list of sponsors/supporters has expanded! Here’s the full list so far!

Visit http://www.HainsPoint100.com to sign-up and/or donate. All proceeds go to WABA’s Women & Bicycles Program!

See you on the 18th!!!!

Revolution Cycles, Inc. – 5 Year Sponsor! – (providing on-site mechanic!)
BikeArlington – 5 Year Sponsor!
Bikenetic – Full Service Bicycle Shop – 5 Year Sponsor!
The Bike Lane – 5 Year Sponsor!
Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats – 5 Year Sponsor!
BicycleSPACE – 5 Year Sponsor!
Capital Bikeshare – 5 Year Sponsor!
Acme Pie Co.
Aero Tech Designs
Andretti Autosport
Anna Makes Cards
Arte by Charlotte
AssSavers
Best Bike Rides DC
The Bike Rack DC (providing on-site mechanic!)
Bicycle Pro Shop
Bikie Girl Bloomers
bird industries
Bonzai Sports
Chainspirations.com
Conte’s Bike Shop in Arlington
Darrell Parks.com
District Taco
Dominion Cycling Photography
Evelyn Hill Cycling
Fare Well
Fathom Custom Rides
Handy Bikes DC (providing on-site mechanic!)
Highcloud PeasantMan Triathalon
JavacruiserMoco
KIND Snacks
Lafayette Square Tour of Scandal, Assassination & Intrigue
Nuu-Muu
Oury Grip USA Inc.
Parvilla Cycles – Bethesda
A Patriot’s A to Z of America: Things Every Good American Should Know (Book)
Phoenix Bikes
Po Campo
Proteus Bicycles
Pyramid Training Systems Coaching Services
Special FX Lighting, Inc.
Spokes Etc.
Squij Kat, Inc.
Teaism
The Two-Term Jinx! (Book)
Truly-Life
Ursula’s Handmade Cycling Hats!
Veni Vidi Velo
WTFKits
And, SEVERAL anonymous donors!

[Megabeth]

Hey ya’ll! Registration/Sign-up is now OPEN as of this afternoon! Head onwards to http://www.HainsPoint100.com.

Fifth annual….I can’t believe it!

Hope to see ya’ll there! If you can’t make it on the 18th, please consider donating. We want to blow this fundraiser out of the water this year!

Thank you to all the HP100 veterans who are helping to promote and answer all the questions! Extra Hugs and Kisses for you!

And, a thank you to the generous sponsors and supporters that will make the day even *more* fun!

Revolution Cycles, Inc. – 5 Year Sponsor! – (providing on-site mechanic!)
BikeArlington – 5 Year Sponsor!
The Bike Lane – 5 Year Sponsor!
Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats – 5 Year Sponsor!
BicycleSPACE – 5 Year Sponsor!
Capital Bikeshare – 5 Year Sponsor!
Acme Pie Co.
Aero Tech Designs
Andretti Autosport
Anna Makes Cards
Arte by Charlotte
AssSavers
Best Bike Rides DC
The Bike Rack DC (providing on-site mechanic!)
Bikie Girl Bloomers
bird industries
Bonzai Sports
Chainspirations.com
Conte’s Bike Shop in Arlington
Darrell Parks.com
District Taco
Dominion Cycling Photography
Evelyn Hill Cycling
Fare Well
Handy Bikes DC (providing on-site mechanic!)
Highcloud PeasantMan Triathalon
JavacruiserMoco
KIND Snacks
Nuu-Muu
Oury Grip USA Inc.
Parvilla Cycles – Bethesda
Phoenix Bikes
Po Campo
Proteus Bicycles
Pyramid Training Systems Coaching Services
Special FX Lighting, Inc.
Spokes Etc.
Squij Kat, Inc.
Teaism
Truly-Life
Ursula’s Handmade Cycling Hats!
WTFKits

[Megabeth]

I don’t know what caused either crash. However,

As noted, the first crash near the start happened in the underpass. Passing through there on the next laps I looked at pavement there and it seemed to be freshly paved. It was sunny and then became extremely dark underneath (as an overpass tends to do). That’s all I can report on in terms of conditions as I was behind the crash and didn’t see it happen. There seemed to be people down on both sides of the course since at that point, no one was coming the other way, yet.

The 2nd (major) crash happened after the freshly paved downhill section ended and old pavement began. It occurred at the point where the most speed would occur at the bottom of that hill. Again, I didn’t see it happen and just reporting on the condition of road/pavement and location. When I went by I only saw two riders on the ground. I did not see the hurt police officer (but also was looking in the road to avoid the cyclists and bad pavement). There were police officers stationed at the gap in the median when we went by. If an officer was involved, I could only surmise that the first rider went down after hitting some bad pavement and the police officer went over to assist…but that is a complete assumption.

[Megabeth]

So excited to see everyone there! Thanks so much for supporting Women & Bicycles!!!

[Megabeth]

HP100 SPONSOR UPDATE!

Have you signed-up yet? http://www.HainsPoint100.com

These fine folks are also now on board!

Chrome Industries
Anna Makes Cards
Stretchmoves – Muscle Recovery
Truly-Life

[Megabeth]

Hey ya’ll,

If anyone wants to make a flyer to promote Freezing Saddles at the Hains Point 100…I’ll be glad to put it out to recruit some new folks. It’s on the 20th.

[Megabeth]

@Rod Smith 128876 wrote:

OK, you can have my spot.

Nooo, I want you to be the Cap’n to my Tennille…

[Megabeth]

*raises hand meekly* But, I was injured and had surgery and couldn’t participate even on the Slacker team in 2015. Lemme on the slacker team this year…pleeeeease.

[Megabeth]

(Stealing from the WABA messaging…but, with a purpose, we need people to show up!)

The Arlington County Board is holding a public hearing on the transportation budget on Tuesday, March 24th at 7:00 pm.

The public hearing will be held in County Board room at 2100 Clarendon Blvd. Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22201.

There are some key folks signed up to testify early in the hearing. A speaker early on will ask all residents in attendance who supporting biking to stand up.

A strong showing of support is needed.

Come at 7:00 pm and stand for biking.

~~~

Adding to WABA message: 2100 Clarendon has tons of bike racks outside. Close to bikeshare. Close to Metro. Close to eating establishments that serve beer. What more could you ask for?

Background about proposed budget cuts: http://greatergreaterwashington.org/post/26105/proposal-to-slash-arlingtons-bike-program-would-be-a-huge-mistake/

[Megabeth]

Great stuff! The Arlington Bicycle Advisory Committee has actually been around much longer than 2012…we can probably find some back history on that. (I know because my first Monday of the month has been occupied by the BAC meetings much longer than since 2012.)

[Megabeth]

I would like to apologize to my non-existent teammates. Didn’t sign up this year because I have to have surgery on my Achilles on the 29th. I knew it was coming and didn’t want to take a slot up and have to apologize for realz. But, I’ll be ready to go in 2016! (Also, I did ride my bike in to work today…can I gift points to someone?) [ATTACH=CONFIG]7359[/ATTACH]

[Megabeth]

I’m going to count those that signed-in later today but for now…estimating maybe 300? Thanks for everyone coming out and supporting the ride. Getting ready for this event is such a ride in itself and now I’ve got to stop swirling!

I can also update that the person who fell, with ambulance called, is just fine. She stopped by later to let us know. She didn’t go to the hospital. All good. Just abundance of caution! Her bike got checked out by Handy Bikes DC and with a few little adjustments is just fine, too.

(Re: tickets, I got one last summer at HP. They never entered it into the system for me to pay. So, according to the ticket I received, after a certain time it’s null and void if not entered into the system. Also, it was from the NPS and not DC so even if it was put into the system, it wouldn’t show up on my license as points or anything…no connection.)

[Megabeth]

@Steve O 102139 wrote:

How about 100 seconds?

As long as you donate to Women & Bicycles it can even be 100 nanoseconds!

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