"Stretching his hand up to reach the stars, too often man forgets the flowers at his feet." --- Jeremy Bentham (or the country he lives in... Go Canada go... oooops, sorry the Olmpmics are over,R)

Again, sorry about yesterday's e-mail being late. We hope Mark has solved the problems. As you can imagine... as the number of subscriber grow the more we jam up the airwaves ... we hope the trickers and removing some archives will solve any future problems... Thanks for your patiences. Have a great weekend, Rudy
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
NCC Traffic Regulations (Steve Morris)
Every bit counts (Tenille Hoogland)
RE:FORM Discussion Series: Staying Motivated (Shannon Merizzi)
Women's Cycling Club- Become a better Cyclist (Sylvie D'Aoust)
Bike stuff (Joan Hollywood)
Must be Friday (Joan Hollywood)

 
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Tracey Lonsdale

Ottawa

1. NCC TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
	Steve Morris   (General Comments) skip to next       Back to top
	Posted here: http://lois.justice.gc.ca/PDF/Regulation/C/C.R.C.,_c._1044.pdf It's not a long document. Bicycles are mentioned twice, in clause 16. 16. (1) No person shall ride a bicycle on property of the Commission other than a driveway or on a bicycle path set aside by the Commission for the purpose. (2) No person shall ride a bicycle on a driveway abreast of another bicycle or vehicle. Nowhere does it mention a "15 rider group limit" as was widely stated last year. It doesn't give any guidelines as to which rider is charged, but I suppose they could charge both, since both would be in violation. For the purpose of these regulations, "driveway" basically means a road other than a bike path. There is a reference to provincial or municipal law. 4. (1) No person shall operate a vehicle, or cause or permit a vehicle that he has the right to control to be operated, on a driveway otherwise than in accordance with the laws of the province and municipality in which the driveway is situated. (3) In this section, the expression “laws of the province and municipality” does not include laws that are inconsistent with or repugnant to any of the provisions of these Regulations.
	Steve Morris
2. EVERY BIT COUNTS
	Tenille Hoogland   (General Comments) skip to next       Back to top
	Another four year cycle is over with the conclusion of the Olympic Winter Games. For every single one of those athletes at the games there were at least five other athletes from across Canada that were close enough to have a dream to also be there, represent Canada and become one of the very few who reach this pinnacle of sport. In reading the recent posts on Trirudy I was interested on the various view points of OTP coupled with the posts by Cliff on the Lifesport Pro Camp – what it takes to be a pro (i.e., elite athlete). There are two points here I want to make. First is that no athlete can make it to the Olympics without fully devoting every waking and sleeping moment to their sport for numerous years. Second is that no athlete can devote every waking and sleeping moment to their sport if they don’t have incredible people behind them also willing to sacrifice their time and/or money. For me – I have a dream to represent Canada at the 2012 Olympics in London. I was the sixth Canadian at Nationals this past year and am one of the few who have a real shot to make it to the top. I would not have been able to dream and take the plunge to become a full-time athlete this January if it were not for my family, amazing friends, and countless individuals that give me tangible support week-in and week-out (from training, housing, massage, spider-tech tape, to bikes, bike mechanics etc.). To be an elite athlete I saved money by working full-time, reducing it to 15 hours over the course of 4 years and then selling everything that was not related directly to my goal. Now that I am not juggling work and training and am devoting every moment to my sport I believe I will be representing Canada at World Cups this season and will make the necessary steps to compete against the best in the world. Listening to Olympians interviews each recognized the support that they had behind them to get them where they were. There is an expression that says “It takes a village to raise a child” - the same goes for an elite athlete – it takes a whole community. Own the Podium is important but do not forget for every athlete that made it and received funding from this or the summer equivalent Road to Excellence initiative there are several others that did not get support because they were either in the “wrong sport” (ie not the chosen few) or not quite there… yet (think of Carolyn Murray 2008 Beijing Olympic Team). They figured out a way to believe in themselves, work day-in and day-out on their passion, and simply take care of every detail there is to be the best they can be. This takes living every day without fear, with joy and certainly a lot of faith that it really will all work out. Whether I make it to the Olympic Games in London or not I can say that I am living everyday with passion and no regrets, that I would not have made it without my incredible community of support and that already I am living my dream. I hope that what I am doing now inspires others and I know that one day I will also be able to give back. So dream on and keep supporting those around you to be the best they can be. Every, and I mean every, bit counts.
	Tenille Hoogland hooglandt@gmail.com http://tenillehoogland.blogspot.com/ My incredible sponsors: Peak Centre for Human Performance, The Cyclery, Dr. Rebecca Glennie, Westboro Chiropractic Clinic, Michael Mah, R.M.T.; Solefit Orthodics; Logan Katz LLP  Rudy Says: TriRudy is here to keep the dreams alive... Posting are a great venue to keep the masses aware... please continue with periodic reports on your (and your groups) training.
3. RE:FORM DISCUSSION SERIES: STAYING MOTIVATED
	Shannon Merizzi   (General Comments) skip to next       Back to top
	Bored with your fitness resolutions yet? Need motivation? It's time for some changes to your routine. Join us for our 3rd Community Discussion Seres and chat about: :: Sport and exercise psychology :: Easy ways to spice up recipes :: Exercise progressions to keep you challenged Refreshements and snacks will be served. Saturday, March 6, 2010 Time: 8:00am - 10:00am Location: RE:FORM Body Clinic 46 Murray Street, Ottawa, ON
	Shannon Merizzi shannonmerizzi@reformbodyclinic.ca
4. WOMEN'S CYCLING CLUB- BECOME A BETTER CYCLIST
	Sylvie D'Aoust   (General Comments) skip to next       Back to top
	Hi Ladies, It's time to start thinking about joining the club this year. ALL LEVELS WELCOME - even the most advanced cyclist will learn a trick or two! BEGINNERS WANTED! Registration has started and members are coming back. We're looking at another GREAT year for the CHICKS club. MONDAY nights are still the most important Technical skills night, making those rides a regular ride will help you improve your cycling technique and skills 100x. Don't miss out this year. Weekend club rides FREE skills clinics Socials and more www.cyclefit.ca for details TESTIMONIAL I appreciated how Sylvie managed to bring together and inspire many women of varying ages and strengths. I always felt welcome to be part of the club and on the many rides I was never given the impression I was holding anyone back - in spite of tagging along at the back of the group! Sylvie’s positive motivation and encouragement inspires you to succeed. I would highly recommend joining CycleFit Chicks Cycling Club. Charlene Van Hofwegen
	Sylvie D'Aoust sylvie@cyclefit.ca www.cyclefit.ca Sylvie D'Aoust www.cyclefit.ca Sponsored by PROLOGUE Bicycles,LuluLemon Westboro and my darling daughter Tamsyn and awesome partner in crime JR. I could not achieve what I have without thier support and encouragement. xoxo
5. BIKE STUFF
	Joan Hollywood   (General Comments) skip to next       Back to top
	Is there somewhere in Ottawa area I can drop off useable old bike stuff (two bike frames... wheels... etc.)
	Joan Hollywood JoanHollywood@xplornet.com

6. MUST BE FRIDAY
	Joan Hollywood   (Jokes) skip to next       Back to top
	A few ti keep you .... I was in the express lane at the store quietly fuming. Completely ignoring the sign, the woman ahead of me had slipped into the check-out line pushing a cart piled high with groceries. Imagine my delight when the cashier beckoned the woman to come forward looked into the cart and asked sweetly, 'So which six items would you like to buy?' Wouldn't it be great if that happened more often? --------------------------------------------------------- Because they had no reservations at a busy restaurant, my elderly neighbour and his wife were told there would be a 45-minute wait for a table 'Young man, we're both 90 years old, ' the husband said . 'We may not have 45 minutes.' They were seated immediately. ----------------------------------------------------------- All eyes were on the radiant bride as her father escorted her down the aisle. They reached the altar and the waiting groom; the bride kissed her father and placed something in his hand. The guests in the front pews responded with ripples of laughter. Even the priest smiled broadly. As her father gave her away in marriage, the bride gave him back his credit card. ----------------------------------------------------------- Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea. ---------------------------------------------------------- Three friends from the local congregation were asked, 'When you're in your casket, and friends and congregation members are mourning over you, what would you like them to say?' Artie said: ' I would like them to say I was a wonderful husband, a fine spiritual leader, and a great family man.' Eugene commented: 'I would like them to say I was a wonderful teacher and servant of God who made a huge difference in people's lives.' Al said: 'I'd like them to say, 'Look, he's moving!' ----------------------------------------------------------- Smith climbs to the top of Mt. Sinai to get close enough to talk to God. Looking up, he asks the Lord... 'God, what does a million years mean to you?' The Lord replies, 'A minute.' Smith asks, 'And what does a million dollars mean to you?' The Lord replies, 'A penny.' 'Smith asks, 'Can I have a penny?' 'The Lord replies, 'In a minute.' ----------------------------------------------------------- John was on his deathbed and gasped pitifully. 'Give me one last request, dear,' he said. 'Of course, John,' his wife said softly.. 'Six months after I die,' he said, 'I want you to marry Bob.' 'But I thought you hated Bob,' she said. With his last breath John said, 'I do!' -------------------------------------- A man goes to see the Rabbi. 'Rabbi, something terrible is happening and I have to talk to you about it.' The Rabbi asked, 'What's wrong?' The man replied, 'My wife is poisoning me.' The Rabbi, very surprised by this, asks, 'How can that be?' The man then pleads, 'I'm telling you, I'm certain she's poisoning me, what should I do?' The Rabbi then offers, 'Tell you what. Let me talk to her, I'll see what I can find out and I'll let you know.' A week later the Rabbi calls the man and says, 'Well, I spoke to your wife. I spoke to her on the phone for three hours. You want my advice?' The man said yes and the Rabbi replied, 'Take the poison.' ========================
	Joan Hollywood JoanHollywood@xplornet.com