YOUR MONTHLY UPDATE
DECEMBER 2024

 YEAR IN REVIEW- January 9
ANNIVERSARY PARTY- January 18
ANNIVERSARY PARTY
BTCNJ Bike Prom!

When:  January 18, 2025
Where: Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lakes Road, Franklin Lakes, NJ

Celebrate the anniversary of our very own BTCNJ at the 47th Anniversary Party on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at the Indian Trail Club in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Enjoy a great night, including hors d'oeuvres, an elegant buffet, a raffle with cool prizes, and dancing. Soft drinks are provided, and adult beverages are available from the cash only bar. Members and their guests are invited. Space is limited.

Tickets go on sale November 29 at 12:00am.  The price will be $65 per person, going up to $70 per person on January 6.
YEAR IN REVIEW
Video presentation!

When:  January 9, 2025, 7:30 pm
Where: Ridgewood Library, 125 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ

Thank you for sending in so many wonderful photos!  Come see the finished product, full of beautiful memories of 2024 rides, tours, and other BTCNJ events.  Volunteers will be needed to purchase and set up refreshments for this fun evening. Contact Scott Avitabile ([email protected]) to help.
OPEN BOARD POSITION
Starting December 2024

There is still one important open position on the Club Board for the coming year: Tours.  If you are interested in taking on this role, please contact David Goldstein.

THE WONDERS OF EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
A.K.K. PHILADELPHIA TOUR
June 6 - 8, 2025

Registration for this tour is open.  Here's why you should sign up:

 - One of last year's participants said, "I have attended many BTCNJ tours.  This one was wonderful."
 - 80% of the routes are outside the city, riding through farmland and small charming country towns.
 - There will be exciting activities and culinary experiences that a big city can offer.
 - The hotel is in Center City Philadelphia, within walking distance of all major attractions.

For more information, contact Tom Wieser ([email protected]).
MORE INFO
CLUB MERCHANDISE
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GOT SOMETHING CYCLING RELATED TO SELL?
Get your listing in front of club members!

Simply send a description of your item, price, photo, details you want to share and contact information to [email protected] by the 8th of January to be included in next month's news update.  

There are 5 ads in this issue. If one of the ads is yours, please be aware that the ads run for one issue of this newsletter unless you request that the ad be carried over for one additional month. Please contact [email protected] if the object you've advertised has been sold.

Cannondale Road Bike
Sold by Philip Ing

2013 Cannondale CAAD10.  $750. Shimano 105 10 speed shifters, derailleurs. FSA Omega compact 50/34 crankset, Shimano R510 wheels, Tektro brake calipers. Very good/excellent condition but with some scuffs, scratches. No dents or crashes. The Cannondale was my back up bike and not used for racing. The bike went for a tune up recently so it's ready to ride. All stock except for saddle which is Selle Italia SLR xp (180 grams). Cannondale bottle cage shown is included. 

Contact: 
(201) 403-3020
Trailer Bike
Sold by Chuck White

Adam's Trail-a-Bike. Used. Good shape. Comes with a refurbished post connector and several post sleeves. Free!

Contact: 
(201) 341-2411 
Cannondale Synapse Bike
Sold by Renie Gaddie

Asking $1,000 (negotiable).
Carbon bike, 56 cm. 2016 bike includes RS11 wheels, 105 drivetrain and brakes, FSA gossamer crankset, Continental Gatorskin tires, Serfas gel seat, wide range M7000 cassette upgrade, Ultegra rear derailer, upright stem, Quad Lock phone mount, bottle cages X2, Expedo platform lightweight pedal, bell.

Contact:
2020 Trek FX4 Carbon Hybrid Bike
Sold by Peggy Telgheder

Sell price:  $900 (new bike sells for $1899)
25 mmgator tires
Size medium
Color: black to blue smoke fade
Selling my 2020 Trek FX4 Carbon, a top-tier hybrid bike that’s perfect for both club rides and daily commuting. This bike is designed with Trek’s lightweight OCLV Carbon frame, offering an exceptional combination of speed, comfort, and durability.
Key Features:
• Carbon Frame: Lightweight and responsive, making it ideal for long rides or quick sprints.
• IsoSpeed Decoupler: Absorbs road vibrations, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride.
• Hydraulic Disc Brakes: Reliable stopping power in all weather conditions.
• Versatility: Mounts for racks and fenders, making it great for commuting, errands, or fitness training.
• Wide Gearing Range: Shimano drivetrain ensures smooth and precise shifts for tackling hills or cruising on flats with one front sprocket making it virtually impossible to drop the chain when shifting.

Contact:
Cycling Clothing
Sold by Mike Pinker

I’d like to unload my horde of bicycle clothing accumulated over 25+ years of riding. Most of it is pretty high-end; all of it is in great shape and well taken care of.  My stash covers all seasons and all weathers, is sized either men's medium or large, depending on the brand, and is clean and ready to use. Contact me for more details.

Contact:
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Please submit content for newsletter inclusion no later then the 8th of the prior month to
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