YOUR MONTHLY UPDATE
OCTOBER 2026
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RIDE LEADER JERSEY DESIGN COMPETITION
Submit your design by October 18!
Each BTCNJ member may submit one design in each category listed below. You don't need to submit a design for each category to be included.
Members may submit a design in either of the following categories, or submit a design without selecting a category:
Classic: Clean, coordinated, and traditional cycling-inspired designs.
Bold: More graphic, creative, and eye-catching designs.
You may submit one design, or designs in both categories. The categories are simply intended to provide different design approaches, and neither category is considered better than the other.
Submit your design for the ride leader kit by October 18, and then the ride leaders get to vote on their favorite! Click below for a 3-page PDF with more detailed instructions. (Click on each page of the PDF to go to the next page). |
THE COOKIE RIDE RESCHEDULED
Ride to eat....cookies!
When: Saturday, October 17
Where: Campgaw Picnic Area, 200 Campgaw Road, Mahwah
Join us for BTCNJ’s annual Cookie Ride—a fun day of riding, friends, and, of course, plenty of delicious cookies at the finish.
Whether you’re looking for a group to ride with or want to organize your own ride, we’ve got you covered. Sign up for a ride or list your own.
Most rides will start around 8:00 am. Rides will be back at Campgaw around 12:30 - 1:00 pm...leaving plenty of time to enjoy the cookies. Wear a BTCNJ jersey to show your club pride! |
BTCNJ BOARD OPENINGS
Your Club Needs You!
Curious about what happens behind the scenes at BTCNJ? Come be a part of it! Serving on the BTCNJ Executive Committee (AKA Board) is a great way to learn more about how our amazing club works and, more importantly, to have a say in where we go from here.
There are 5 open Board positions:
Ramapo Rally Chair
Secretary
Tours Chair
Publicity Relations Chair
Membership Chair
Click below for more information about each position, including the term length and name of club member currently in each role. |
NOVEMBER MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Pot Luck Dinner Meeting!
When: Thursday, November 12, 7:30 pm
Where: Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Paramus Road, Paramus
NOTE NEW LOCATION!
The yummiest meeting of the year, where we get a chance to socialize and enjoy members' home cooking (or a yummy store-bought contribution). Members are also encouraged to bring canned and non-perishable food items as donations to the Tri-Boro Food Pantry. Click below for more information and guidelines on what food to bring. |
ARE YOU FOLLOWING BTCNJ ON STRAVA?
Join us! Then tag us!
It's easy to do! Search for BTCNJ on Strava, then tap/click the Join button. Or tap/click the button below.
Once you upload your ride, tag @BTCNJ so that your followers can see our amazing club!
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FIND BTCNJ ON SOCIAL
Yes, You Should Totally Post!
Quick question: Are you following BTCNJ on socials yet?
Because if not… you’re missing some good stuff. Ride photos, familiar faces, new routes, coffee stops, post-ride snacks, (official announcements) … and probably a lot more sitting in your camera roll right now. It’s basically the group ride, just in between rides.
We’re on Facebook, Instagram and Strava—and it’s not just for scrolling, it’s for you.
Take a photo? Post it.
Great ride? Share it.
Found a perfect coffee stop? Definitely post it.
Hashtag your photos!
#BTCNJ #BTCNJLove #RideBTCNJ #Bikelove #RamapoRally
No need for perfection—just real rides and real moments.
Follow along, jump in, and don’t be shy. Yes, your coffee photo counts. |
THANK YOU, SPONSORS
Member Discounts!
Two of our Rally sponsors have 20 percent discount offers for club members. Go to the Club web site and select Membership>Offers for details and discount codes.
Mountrax -- Foot and back massagers at a 20% discount.
Tri-Eye -- Biking glasses at a 20% discount. BTCNJ is receive an additional $10 for each pair purchased. |
CLUB MERCHANDISE
Show your club spirit!
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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] to be included in next month's news update. Ads for the October issue are due by November 8.
There are 13 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. Please note that there was a technical problem with this issue so some ads have no photos.
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INDOOR BICYCLE TRAINER
Sold by Don Schlenger
Nashbar Fluid Pro indoor bicycle trainer in excellent condition - $60.
Smooth, quiet fluid resistance provides a realistic road feel and gets progressively harder as you increase speed. Includes the setup shown in the photo, including :Nashbar Fluid Pro trainer, large Nashbar floor/sweat mat, front wheel riser/block, and training tire (not pictured). Everything is clean and has been well cared for. Great for indoor workouts, rainy days, or keeping up your cycling fitness without paying for an expensive smart trainer. $60.
Contact:
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SHOE COVERS/BOOTIES
Sold by Don Schlenger
Pearl Izumi XL cycling shoe covers in excellent condition - $22. Designed to fit over cycling shoes for added protection from cold, wind and wet weather. Full coverage with zippered closure and adjustable Velcro. Clean and well cared for with no wear.
Contact:
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INDOOR TRAINER
Sold by Paul Beale
Elite indoor trainer, mint condition, only used once. $40 Cash only.
Contact:
(914) 473 - 1268 |
SCHWALBE TIRES
Sold by John Toth
Two brand new Schwalbe bicycle tires for sale. Size 27.5 x 2.00. Half price! Product information "Big Ben Plus" LARGE VOLUME FOR OPTIMUM EFFECTIVE SUSPENSION. The robust 3 mm GreenGuard protection and reinforced sidewalls make this tire a reliable companion in the busy city and beyond. ECE-R75 approved, comfortable and resilient. The perfect choice for every kind of E-Bike.
https://www.schwalbetires.com/Big-Ben-Plus-11101124.
COMMUTER FOLD UP BICYCLE
Wanted to Buy
Commuter Fold Up Bicycle. To fit 6’0” tall person, 20 inch or larger preferred but all models will be considered.
Contact:
(973) 214 - 6765 |
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SPECIALIZED ELITE BICYCLE
Sold by Peter Zablocki
2018 Specialized Elite for sale size 56
Full carbon fiber. Ultegra components. Gator skin tires.
Bontrager carbon fiber rims; also comes with set of dt swiss rims.
Smp saddle. Water cages and tool kit.
Spd pedals. Bike is light and great on hills. Excellent condition.
New price $1000
Contact:
(201) 519 - 6664 call or text
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TWO ROAD BIKES
Sold by Bob DeMair
2018 Trek Emonda SLR8 (left)
62 cm CF frame. Full Shimano Dura Ace 11 speed
Hydraulic disc brakes. Mechanical shifters
Very light. Good for climbing. Never crashed.
Originally $8,000. Will accept offers above $3,500
2016 Cannondale CAAD 8 (right)
61 cm aluminum frame Shimano 10 speed Tiagra
Power Tap hub on the rear. Extra new cassette and chain.
Not ridden much. Make an offer. Very flexible on price.
Contact:
(201) 248 - 9503 |
KREITLER ROLLERS
Sold by Louis Kalmar
Kreitler Rollers $50 or best offer
These rollers are old but function perfectly.
Note there is some rust on the frame and the rollers have a few dings but this does not cause a problem when in use. The bearings all run smoothly.
Contact:
(201) 280 - 2404 |
BIKE AND CYCLING ITEMS
Sold by Harold Leibovitz
2023 Specialized Creo e-bike. Aluminum frame. Size medium. There is about 200 hours on the battery. It provides a dependable 80 miles on low assist. It has the thumb controls to adjust the level of assist. New, the bike costs about $5,000. I am selling mine for $2,500.
Giro Spherical helmet. I purchased it last year, but never used it. These helmets are $350 new. You can have this new helmet for $250 — and no sales tax!
Bont Riot shoes size 10. They didn’t work for me and I only wore them twice. Yours for $80.
Contact:
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VITUS 979 DURAL ROADBIKE
Sold by Russell Barbone
Aluminum Classic Silver Blue size 50cm. Asking $2,000.
Vitus measures frames from center of bottom bracket to center of top tube, so it's more like a 52CM frame. Stand over height is 31 inches. The bike has been used less than 100 miles.
Specs:
Suntour Suberbe Pro INDEX 7 speed drivetrain.
ROYAL GRAN COMPE 400 short reach brakes
Vitus Headset and Seatpost with
Avocet GELFLEX padded saddle
HAND BUILT Wheelset- American Classic hubs 28 hole DT AERO BLADED SS Spokes (Radial Front wheel) (2X back wheel.)
Campagnolo Delta XL front rim, Mavic SUP rear rim ---with tires and tubes 23C
Cinelli Stem 80 MM reach
Specialized 40 CM handlebars
Cinnelli CORK padded Multi- colored blue tape
The bike weighs 18 pounds.
Contact:
Russ (201) 280 - 8254 |
TREK Y3 MOUNTAIN BIKE
Sold by Rich DeMair
Aluminum Frame and fork, steel rear frame, full suspension, 8 speed with triple chainrings, trigger shifters, direct pull brakes. Some scratches. Tuned up and ready to ride. Includes flat pedals. Size estimate for persons 5'6" to 5'10". Asking $75 pickup in Scotch Plains.
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CHILD CARRIER BIKE SEAT
Sold by John Daugherty
Topeak child carrier seat. Comes with rear rack for easy installation. Like new. Sells forn $220. Asking $100 or best offer.
Contact:
[email protected]
(201) 519 - 5302 |
THERMAL BIKE TIGHTS
Sold by John Daugherty
Pearl Izumi Elite Thermal tights with 3D chamois, size XXL.
Brand new (never used) with original tags.
Original cost $135. Selling for $80.
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EIGHT BIKES
Sold by Richard Albanese-DeMair
Any bike $150.
Proceeds go back into the free bicycle giveaway program (5100 bikes so far) to purchase parts and supplies. Pick up in Scotch Plains. All bikes have been refurbished and are ready to ride. Some do not have pedals but I can provide double sided SPD pedals or flat pedals for test rides.
1) Lemond Versailles – 51cm Carbon frame and fork, full Ultegra group, speed double, like new condition, no pedals (pictured).
2)Cannondale CAAD7 57cm C-T Aluminum Frame, carbon fork, 10 speed triple STI, mixed Shimano components, good condition, some scratches, includes pedals.
3)GT Vengence time trial bike, full Shimano 600 group (pre-Ultegra) 8 speed double STI, 650mm wheels, Syntace aerobars, aluminum frame, carbon fork, set up for person 5’10-6’ but can be made a little shorter, excellent condition, no pedals.
4)Look – 56cm C-C, carbon tubes bonded lugs, aluminum fork, Shimano CXP-30 rims, Ultegra hubs, mixed Shimano components, new Claris STI shifters, 8 speed double, included pedals and seat pack. Good condition.
5)Specialized Dolce Sport – 51cm, aluminum frame and fork, mixed Shimano components, 9 speed STI triple, new tires, cycle-cross brake levers, 2 bottle cages, seat pack, bar mirror, no pedals, excellent condition.
6)Trek 1220 – 56cm C-T, Shimano RSX drivetrain, 7 speed triple, Shimano 105 hubs and brakes, aluminum frame, steel fork, includes seat pack, pump, bottle cage, front light, no pedals. Good condition, some scratches and blemishes.
7)Windsor Dover – 56cm C-T, aluminum frame, steel fork, Shimano Sora STI 8 speed triple. Includes computer and pedals, Very good condition.
8)Specialized Secteur – 56cm, aluminum frame and fork, Shimano Sora STI 9 speed double, includes bottle cage, no pedals, good tires. Very good condition.
Contact:
(908) 391-9996 |
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Content must demonstrate a benefit to members, and must be cycling related.
Please submit content for newsletter inclusion no later then the 8th of the prior month to [email protected].
BTCNJ retains the right to authorize or limit content as deemed best for its membership |
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