[DVBC] Breakfast on the Brandywine

[Escape Zone]

Thank you for inviting us be a part of your tour.  We had such a great time!!!  The scenery around the school was beautiful, (almost as beautiful as the day itself) and the vibe that came from everyone was just wonderful!!!  

Looking forward to next year!!!  


Thanks again

Lori Seavey
Escape Zone Professional MT
851 N Providence Road 2nd Floor
Media PA 19063
610-566-1797
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Drew Knox 
  To: dvbc-list at dvbc.org 
  Sent: Monday, September 03, 2007 9:57 AM
  Subject: [DVBC] Breakfast on the Brandywine


  Thanks Everybody...

  for helping to make this the best Brandywine Tour ever. We're not getting older, we're getting steadily better.

  Telltale Signs
  At the war headquarters, er Pocopson, riders were lined up at 6:45 chomping at the bit to enjoy the ideal weather for the 2007 rendition. At 7:10 one rider came over to me and complained that the line wasn't moving. I told him that's because it hadn't opened yet. Finally, Gina started taking money at 7:15 and they were off like a shot. We can monitor parking earlier but 7:15 is the earliest I'm comfortable letting riders go, esp. when there is any mist or foggy patches. 

  By the end of the day, the bunch of 433 riders was enthusiastic but mellowed. The three massage therapy tables were continuously filled and had a waiting line. While one rider climbed on, another wobbled off in delirium. Massage was a big hit that we definitely want to provide again. 

  The music and chairs provided just the right atmosphere that Cheryl had been working for: a relaxed, upbeat setting for socializing and swapping bike stories. Riders appreciate the personal touch and for us it makes it feel like an event instead of a job. 

  Best of all, I didn't hear of any serious mishaps. No bridge injuries or trips to the hospital, despite some spills. Did they trip over the dotted line? 



  And finally, it's time for The Brandies -- this year's top award winners

  The Van Gogh Award: this coveted endowment for best painter goes to our club photographer Edward Soboliewski for his arrows on the 27 mile route.

  The Best Slice Award goes to Mike Broennle, not for his golf swing, but for the new pizza and tomato pie vendor.

  Most Talented Sibling Award goes to Bob LaDrew. His brother, Jim, and his wife, Roz, performed on center stage dramatically improving the social milieu. Many, many riders decided to hang out. Last impressions, too, are lasting. Or should that award be the other way around? Your newsletter editor writes, cartoons, and puts together videos. On so little notice I didn't believe it was possible, Bob and Judy created the logo, then Bob coordinated with a local silk screener to deliver this year's Volunteer t-shirt -- another nice addition for '07. 

  Best Looking Relative On The Tour goes to Sag Captain Tony Rocha. His daughter brightened every picture. 

  The Bill Frist Terry Schiavo Award goes to Bob Martin. Bob took a very expensive tacoed wheel and began forcefully dropping it on the pavement. As the wide-eyed rider looked on, Bob explained, "You know this wheel is dead...but I may be able to briefly revitalize it." 

  Thanks again, Everyone. See you on the road.



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