No Brains, All "Braun"

A southerly breeze at 28mph blew 18 Drafters, including Newbie Anne "Bolt".  She is no relation to Usain, but rather wife of Loose Screw.  There has to be a reason that man keeps it together, and I'm sure she's it!  The tail wind on the way out made us feel like rockstars, as did the rare incidence of B2 Bomber lagging behind, compliments of a respiratory virus.  It appeared to be a "10 mile virus", eradicated at the Viaduct climb, as he blew by all of us, hopefully not spreading  germs in his dust.  Tobacco City Cousin made a debut- first time on his bike this spring.  Must be all that wedding planning or his new job supervising Tobacco City Boy at the Lumbar Yard that has him preoccupied.  TCC joined the Tall Team averaging 6'5" of NBA Cliff, T-Wall and Billy Boy McC who collectively provided enough resistance to the head wind home to light up Dane County.  It was a  small moral victory for those Drafters who waited in vain for a late growth spurt- offering up a host of short and quick excuses for a slow ride home.E$ and Too Hip were singing the medical student and resident blues.  Too Hip let it slip that he had a 6 mile spring training ride with his son, which we collectively decided provided enough fitness to pull us a good stretch home.  Cookie Monster, just finished 6 qualifying exams and a half marathon, but didn't offer up any excuses.  You go Girl.BrickO and Z Rex claimed "no legs" after a weekend of riding in SC.  They were victorious in claiming flat tires, making BrickO the leader on the board this season with 2.Coach Arms and her Bambino rode remotely, bringing our Drafter number up to 20.Hit-the-Wall offered up the earliest excuse.  Before leaving the parking lot, Hit-the-Wall was preparing his slow Draft defense by claiming to have skipped lunch.  Apparently, somebody gets a bit grumpy when he's hungry.  The waitress handled Hit-the-Wall's beer demand with class, serving him before taking any one else's order.  Her only retort, "This is not my first rodeo with your type."  Notice the empty chair at the head of the table below, a sign of his early eviction from the premises.  We did welcome two guests for the after ride party- Mrs. Billy Mc C and Big Dub, offspring of BrickO.

 We will travel west for the ride on Monday, a test of Brains and Brawn.  This Brawn adventure towards Cross Plains will require a climb up Braun.  BE AWARE THAT CHURCH STREET IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION at the corner of St Francis Xavier.  Follow the Detour Signs through town to cross Hwy 14, and then get back onto  P, and turn right onto Bourbon St as indicated below.  The SHORT POUR can cut off the western most loop, staying on P past Hwy 14 and turning left onto the recently repaved Stagecoach.  Dental visits will be reduced this season ass we won't loosen up our fillings riding Stagecoach.PDF map to download: Union Valley Brains and Brawn 30GPS link: Brains and Braun CourseFinally, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Nurse Sully.  May there be plenty of Spotted Cows to help you celebrate.Draft responsibly,BrickO

Jersey Up: Orders Due May 6

Our inaugural ride was full of "firsts"- this is the first time 1) our season kicked off so late into April, 2) with such force, 3) so many newbies, and 4) a remote rider.  We had 15 cyclists show up to Draft. True that.  Welcome newbies Two Fist Bock, who couldn't decide between wine and beer, so why not use both hands?  Her friend Teri has yet to receive a Drafter handle, but it's coming.  WhamO StramO will be a nice addition to our growing medical staff.  Now we can count on a full anesthesia cocktail rather than the brown ale supplied by the Free House.  K2 rode remotely, and sent a timely photo just as we were finishing our gorgeous ride to Riley Tavern.A few quotes of the night are worth repeating:"This ain't Florida.  The Riley Tavern route has more elevation than my last 20 rides in Sanibel put together"- Billy Boy McC.Clearly, it is not lack of training that caused Billy Boy distress,  but lack of a bike that likes to climb.  The boys at Cronometro took it upon themselves to set Billy Boy up with a machine that will climb anything, or at least look darn good attempting it.  Every bike needs a name, right? How about The Stallion?[gallery ids="5027,5028,5029" type="rectangular"]"What exactly is being measured in these 11" Hincapie shorts?" - Hit-the-Wall making sure the Drafter Team shorts will fit appropriately.  For those unsure and feeling insecure, 11" refers to the inseam measurement.You too can order Hincapie shorts, bibs, jerseys, etc.  If you want something and don't see it (jacket, vest), contact Seth.  Here is the info:[gallery ids="5032,5033,5014,5013" type="rectangular"]Below are the instructions to select your items and pay for their order at the same time. The store will close on May 6^th at 11:59PM ET.

1. Follow the link provided here: https://order.hincapiecustom.com/Brickos2018
2. If this is your first time ordering with Hincapie Sportswear, click on “Create Your Account Now.”
3. If you have ordered with us before, click the “Log On” icon in the top right corner of your screen.
4. Shop and add any items to your cart that you would like to order.
5. Once you have selected everything you would like to order, click on your cart then click “Continue.”
6. Double check to make sure that your billing address and shipping address is correct. Please note that Hincapie CANNOT ship to a PO Box and a signature WILL be required upon delivery.
7. Click “Continue” to proceed through the checkout process.

Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you!SETH WITHERSCustom Sales Rep at HincapieDIRECT 864-400-3051  EMAIL swithers@hincapiesports.comOFFICE 864-400-3040 The weather for Monday looks delightful, so let's plan to ride the historic Viaduct Route.  This is a 35mile jaunt, with an option to ride 30 or 20 (out and back to Dane).PDF map for download: Viaduct Cue SheetGarmin link: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/15144791I am hopeful that the 6PM Short Pour will start to attract some riders.  There is a GroupMe app for those interested in the Short Pour to communicate- let me know if you want to be added.Draft responsibly,BrickO