Monthly Cycling on Sat, 20 Sept’08

Sat, 20 Sept’08 from 4 p.m. at East Coast Park

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant Marina Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park).   Rented bicycles are abundantly available at reasonable rates.

Activity will not be cancelled even if it rains but will be brought indoor 2 turn into chitchat session.  We will go for dinner together after the session at the nearby hawker centre.  Pls come n join us.

Rain or shine, we will definitely be there 4 U. Look forward 2 seeing u guys.

Our Usual Program –

  • 4.00 – 4.30 pm : Gather 4 chitchating, if possible inside aircon McDonald Rest.
  • 4.30 pm           : Proceed 2 bike rental kiosk, Coastal Recreation, 2 rent bikes.
  • Rental Cost is between $5-$6 unless fuel surcharge is imposed, the cost may be bit higher.
  • 4.30 – 6.30 pm : Cycling ard East Coat Park.
  • Lily leads standard distance cyclists ard ECP (distance ard 6 to 8km).
  • Jade coach learners otherwise will follow the slow cyclists (distance will depend)
  • 6.30 – 7.00 pm : All cyclists ride bck 2 start pt 2 return bikes n go 4 dinner.

TQ, Cycling Group (Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n Yew Kwong)

Who Are Coming –

  1. Lily
  2. Yew Kwong
  3. Jade
  4. Dolly
  5. Daniel Ong – joining the 3pm long distance.
  6. Veronique – joining the 3pm long distance.
  7. Andrew Thio
  8. Susan Tan
  9. Maureen
  10. Douglas* – leading long distance via Siglap Park connector.
  11. Caroline Gee
  12. Norlinda
  13. Lina Ng
  14. Sue Chang
  15. Ah Nee
  16. Laurence Lau – joining the 3pm long distance.
  17. Steven Chan – joining the 3pm long distance.
  18. Alan Bok
  19. Ann Bok
  20. Aaron How
  21. Chin Boon + Bam Bam
  22. Rene Leong – joining the 3pm long distance.
  23. Molly Chua
  24. Patsy Lim – joining the 3pm long distance.
  25. Shirleen Kao
  26. Lin Chuah
  27. Karen Thio
  28. Gingko
  29. Andrew Thio
  30. Albert  –  joining the 3pm long distance.
  31. Maggie Teo – joining the 3pm long distance.
  32. Agnes Seow
  33. Wana Tay
  34. Tim Liu
  35. Margaret Tian
  36. Daisy Yeo
  37. Ron Lee
  38. Charles Chua – joining the 3pm long distance.

So far, 10 out of 38 – going for the long distance.  Yeah,,,,,,"jia-you"   emoticon

Author: Lily Ho Willocq

Divorced - 1 grown daughter - love dancing.

78 thoughts on “Monthly Cycling on Sat, 20 Sept’08”

  8. Hi YKwong,Lily,Jade n AhNee

    I will be there

    Hi Daniel #2

    Let us meet at 3 pm and cycle via the Eastern Coastal park connector.

    We should be back by 6pm and meet up with YKwong & co for dinner and fellowship.

    regards

  10. If im not too busy, i will come & kacau2 abit lah..since its just 2 wks b4 hari raya..maybe hv to do last minit preparation..must make kueh,sew curtain,paint house,neaten the small garden…so busy hor!…hahaha

  11. Norlinda,

    Your Hari Raya preparation must start now hor, don’t wait untill want to “pangsai” then go and find toilet. I only know you sew curtain only, the rest is your maid & relative’s job. So you better relax relax and join us for cycling……

    YK & Lily,
    For the upcoming cycling, Lina Ng, Susan Chang, Norlinda & myself are not going to miss the fun. :)

    Ah Nee

  15. AhNee@11
    Alamak..not last minit tak fun!You know im a perfectionist,CEO of my house..so cant leave everything to others lah..hahaha

    Nonetheless, i will try to join since its just nearby..
    & the rojak is tempting!..hhmm :)

  20. Hi Chin Boon,

    You are still in SHC if you are able to post your comment at 18.

    V.Happy to hear and Good that you reappear although disappear instantanteously for a hibernating season.
    You need to register at the comment if you want to join us for the cycling.

    Do join us TODAY . You must also register for this post as well if you are coming. No gatecrashers.
    # Date: Tue 9 Sep 2008
    # Time: Session 1 – 3.00 pm to 6pm (For retired SilverHairs); Session 2 – 6.30 pm – 9.00 pm (For still working SilverHairs).
    # Entrance: No charge. Strictly for registered SHC members.

  21. Hello hello Chin Boon,

    I enjoyed every cycling event with fellow SHCians, especially with the “Rojak” gang…..ha…ha…ha…now with you around……aiyo! must adjourn to the hawker centre to eat rojak lah. :)

    Ah Nee

  24. Hi Rene,

    Is nice to have another rose to join me for the long distance ride, otherwise there will be too many thorns around. Hahaha………… This is a rare happening in SHC events.

    See u later at the Han’s!

    Veronique

  28. Hi Patsy

    Finally – was wondering when you’re going to sign up. I’ve got feedback that you are a strong cyclist, and can even out-cycle the guys…..heehee

  30. Hello hello, Lina, Steven, Ah Nee, Suzhang, Charles, and Molly (my sincer apology, can’t recall when I last met you? Old age lah), you lovely people

    No lah, just lying low while Hurricane Jane hit its fierce category 5. Now that the coast seems clear and weather cool, this early bird catches a glimpse of the sunny day and hopefully this is not just the eye of the storm that can ruin a day of good cycling and yummy rojak when it returns. See you all there!

    Suzhang, at your request, I might just bring Bam Bam along. Must he register too? :-)

  32. Hi Chin Boon,

    Is Bam Bam at least 45 years old? If not, he cannot register. But bring him along anyway. We’ll have fun.

    And cos you went into hiding without our permission, you’ll have to buy us another round of rojak!

  33. helo ChinBoon..ChinBoon..
    u heard me?…u mana pegi?..sudah lama hilang..u kena hurricane jane ah?..hhmm, always wonder why hurricanes must have a lady’s name?…hehe

    I am glad that u came out alive & kicking!..ooii!..next time don play play too much hor..must behave like bambam..so kwai kwai..goodie boy..so adorable :)

    Lina…u don bully him lah…everytime he kena blanja rojak…
    so kesian,this time we all treat him boleh?

  34. Lily @#28

    Not true, lah! They punchan, only!
    I was cycling so hard to catch up; without them I don’t think I can complete the 120km.

    Warmest Regards,
    Patsy

  35. Hi Lina Ng,

    Bam Bam is 8 x 7 = 56 yrs. old and so he is highly qualified to be registered as a silverfur club member.

    So Chin Boon, pls. bring cute and handsome Bam Bam along.

  39. Hi Lily, Albert and I will join the long distance at 3pm to prepare for Desaru.

    Douglas, can we give you final answer on 20th whether we are still going to Desaru after this cycling exercise? very takut la…no confidence as this is the first time we are doing this but I am definitely inspired by those who can cycle th 120 km ride !!! We cycled yesterday from ECP to the SAFRA resort (which is peanuts to you guys) and our buttocks already hurt! But I am definitely more focussed now and going to train harder at the gym on weekdays.

    Pls drop me an email with your mobile # just in case I need to get in touch with you? Email is maggieteo_0517@hotmail.com

    See you on 20th !!

  40. Hi

    Rode a bicycle only once in my lifetime some 10 years ago. Am keen to join the members for a time of enjoying the breeze blowing against our faces and the scenic view along East Coast Parkway. But, before I could do that, need to know if there are any beginners as well. Would not want to hold back anyone. Please advise

    Thank you.

    Cheers
    Agnes

  42. “Rode a bicycle only once in my lifetime some 10 years ago. Am keen……for a time of enjoying the breeze blowing against our faces. ……. Would not want to hold back anyone….”. Let’s analyse this writer.

    1. She rode a bicycle once in her lifetime and that was 10 years ago. I suppose in her case, riding a bike is like climbing the coconut tree; you need only do it once and it’s knowledge for life.

    2. Enjoying breeze blowing on our faces. Well, dont dismiss pelting rain esp when it has been raining many afternnons lately. So pls dont wear heavy make-up otherwise she could return in many colours like red indians.

    3. No worry of holding back anyone. We dont cycle on and on; we do make a u-turn and you are actually ahead of us when we return.

    In conclusion, she is most welcome as she will certainly add colour and life to the cycling group, and above all, do care for others.

  43. Hi Douglas,

    My name is Eileen Ang, think I seldom join Siverhair
    activities due to work commitment, hence, I wish to make it
    for this cycling trip and join you guys on the 20 Sep 2008-21sep 2008, please include me for this trip, and I need
    to rent a bike too.

    Thanks

    Eileen

  45. Hi Eileen Kang
    I think you’ve got wrong post. Douglas have another cycling post for more advance cyclists on 27-28 Sept.

    To find his post, go to “Latest Post” (Short Cut box – 2nd box on top left corner). Click on drop-down box next to “Filter”. Click on “Cycling” then click “Filter”. You should be able to find Douglas Chan’s post.

    Happy cycling :)

  46. “…………Click on drop-down box next to “Filter”. Click on “Cycling” then click “Filter”. You should be able to find Douglas Chan’s post.”

    Lily, dont bluff bluff Eileen leh. Correctly, the last sentence is “You should be able to find Douglas Chan and his potty…………….”

  47. Hi all long distance cyclists

    This Sat’s route is from : McDonald..Changi V..Loyang..Pasir Ris..Tampines..Bedok and Siglap Park Connector aka Eastern Coastal Park Connector.

    Cycling commences at 3pm sharp. Please sms if you are 2 min late.

    Hi Ah Nee – we can join you all for dinner, can wait or not.

    Hi Maggie – Have drop a note to your hotmail, hope to see you this Sat.

    regards
    douglas

  48. Hi Eileen #43

    You are welcome to join us this Sat 20 sep for the long distance cycling.

    Please meet before 3pm at McDonald. Rental bike is not a problem as most of us used rental bikes.

    Do give me you contact number so that we can look out for you. I can be contacted at :

    dougchan@hotmail.com

    Regards
    douglas

  49. Hi Douglas,

    I will be waiting at Mc Don ECP at 3 pm for the long dist dry training once more before the actual Desaru comes next Sat.

    Thanks for leading us once again.
    Btw, what is your POSB account number pls so that we can deposit the correct amount of $$$ thro ATM .

  51. Hi Douglas and all,

    Wonder you want to consider cycling the long distance in the morning as some of us have the NDP Appreciation dinner in the evening.
    So for those who want to do it in the morning please voice your preference here, and maybe we can jhave a group going out to CV and back in the morning. Suggesting to start as early as 8am. Cheers.

  52. Hi Patrick
    #41

    Thank you for your support, Looking forward to seeing you and the other members for a joyful ride. Oh Oh but as Tim had said, it might rain. let’s hope for bright sunny day.

    Aiyoh Tim #42
    As usual lah, must dissect and bisect the comments ah. if not cannot sleep right. Enjoy reading your review though, very funny, made my day as I’m coped up at home today. As you said, like climbing a coconut tree, only do it once and it’s knowledge for life. I can except to giddy up and ride eh?

    Cheers
    Agnes

  53. Huh ? Hahahaha, how did my name slip in and sitting on the 34th rung. Put me higher leh….or maybe at lower, can see more when looking up.

    Well Agnes, what your “coped up” means, for sure you srent cooped up waiting to be cooked or when they turn off the light, spooked.

  54. Hi Ron #51

    Sorry, I can’t shift the time to morning as it is our monthly cycling event and also I need to catch up with members that I have not seen for a long time.

    regards

  55. Hello RonWie,
    You want to churi the cyclists hah? Don’t be like that leh. I want to have dinner with Douglas hor.

    Douglas,
    I’ve never really have a chat with you. Can I share your dinner table this Sat? :)

  57. Hi Lily and Dolly

    Like tat hor, how to say bai sai leh, long time no see sure ai sai one for dinner.

    I no go cycling liao, I sit at table and wait wait for you all to come.

  60. Hi Douglas #47

    Thanks. Recd your email but I recd another email from Ron Wi to say it is at 2pm. Could you re-confirm which is it, pls ?

    Tim, glad to c u start exercising again.

  62. Hi Douglas,

    I would like to join you for the ride to Changi village, etc to Siglap back to ECP, correct?

    I will be there at 3 pm.

    Tian Soo, You, or your butt must have had a good rest since your last ride. Why don’t you join us this Sat? We can also talk about our Laos trip then. Also good exercise for you too, surely a win-win-win decision.

    Cheers to all

  63. So far, 10 out of 38 going for the long distance. Yeah — “Jia You” :)

    Attention : All long distance cyclists

    Douglas said that long distance cyclists should meet before 3pm as the start-off will be at 3pm sharp.

  64. Hi Lily #63

    Thanks for reminding long distance cyclists to meet BEFORE 3pm as we intend to start cycling at 3pm

    I should be at McDonald around 2.15 pm and we will take a slow walk to the bike rental shop from McDonald at 2.45pm.

    Hi Maggie #60

    You may ignore Ronald W’s email as he will not be cycling but rollerblading, thus he wishes to start early at 2pm.

    Our cycling route will be different from Ronald W’s route.
    This trial run predules our cycling trip to Desaru next weekend, so you have to join us in cycling.:)

    I will be seeing you, Albert,CharlesC and Tian Soo and all cyclists going to Desaru at McDonald before 2.45pm.

    Thank you and Happing Biking

  65. Charles + Douglas

    Douglas says the the crowd is less after the hawker center. I want to avoid the crowd. If some kid crash into me, it’ll be more than my butt that will be painful.

    I’ll go to the last public carpark. I think it is call Car Park G at about 3pm and wait to join you guys on your way to Changi Village. Lookout for me…..I am the fat old guy with white hair, struggling to keep his red bicycle upright.

  66. Hi Tian Soo

    I would prefer that we meet at McDonald and proceed from there but since you preferred car park G, do wait for us under the small shelter near to CP G.

    Charles, please look out for TS.

    Cyclists have to look out for other users using the shared path and also to slow down while riding in crowded places.

    regards

  69. Hi Yew Kwong, Jade and Boon Liang

    Yesterday was my maiden (guess who brought the rain) cycling trip (to Bedok jetty only la) with the group and I would like to thank you for your selfless help to get me and a couple of other newbies along.

    I am glad I went though I am still a little sore at unmentionable places.

    The spirit of giving, caring and sharing was heartwarming.

    Joy

  71. hi douglas, after yesterday’s grueling trial ride yesterday, Albert and I’ve decided to give this desaru trip a miss. now every where ache.
    special thanks to Patsy Lim, Rene and John Seah with their patience in waiting and guiding us.
    Was also glad to catch up with some familiar faces at dinner. With the bubbly duo
    (Lily and Molly)who recommended the delicious Mango King …. yummy…. Was totally the most enjoyable day for a long time.
    We hope to be able to continue to join the cycling group.

    Tim, where art thou man? Was hoping you’ll be there to make both of us look good leh.

  72. Douglas – thanks for adjusting my seat for me, it save my arse and I was able sleep on it last night.

    Rene – appreciate you waited for me at Bedok jetty and looking out for me during the ride. This old man is still alive and well. Thank you.

  73. Hi Lily

    Thanks so much for organising the wonderful outing, it was a great sunny day even though it rained for while.

    My special thanks to Boon Liang, Yew Kwong and Jade who had taken the time and effort to teach me how to ride. Jade specially held to my seat all the while I learn to pedal. She was so patience and encourging.I heard that newbies succeeded riding the bicycle under her coaching. My apologies for any soreness in your arms, Jade.

    Tim #42 “riding a bike is like climbing the coconut tree; you need only do it once and it’s knowledge for life”. Not true in my case.

    I also met other members whom I had not met before. I enjoyed the fellowship,the good food and yum yum dessert.

    Thanks everyone for the spirit of sharing, caring and giving as mentioned by Joy.

    Cheers
    Agnes

  74. Maggie, I left after 7 p.m. when folks headed for dinner at c-nai………..a bit down that evening but spirit was lifted with sunderland beating Boro but now down again with Man City leading P’smouth 2-0 and still looking good………

  75. Thanks Douglas for accepting me to join in the long distance ride with all the seasoned riders. Appreciate your patience especially when I held up the pack due to my slower pace.

    Daniel – much thanks for being the hero who escorted me throughout the ride and helped to push my bike up and down the overheard bridges. Sorry for being a burden to you.

    And not forgetting Maggie for spontaneously offered your gentle hand when I fell off my bike. Arigatoh! Surprisingly my bones are not aching but I’m now nursing my bruises on both legs and hip.

    No more long distance ride for me but kwai2 stay put with my regular cycling kakis.

  76. Maggie @71, Tian Soo @72

    Not at all. We look out for each other’s safety.
    Rest well and c u both again at the next cycling meet.

    Veronique @75
    Rest well and pick up again! Soon, you will be one of the magnificient riders.

    cheers

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