Yin Fan our newbie, but very determined cyclist

Yin Fan just brought her first foldie the day before yesterday and she was really excited to try it around the Ayer Itam Dam. At this initial stage, I advised her to cycle around the dam rather than trying out the steep lane that led to the dam which has several difficult spots for beginners. Most newbies will probably give up if we push them all the way up.

Despite having a 8 speed foldie (the latest MTB has 30 speed nowadays), Yin Fan managed to cycle 3 rounds around the water catchment area. Joined by other CBCBC members who accompanied her on the final round, it was fun for Yin Fan to get to know all the members too.

Here are some photos:-

Yin Fan and some of the CBCBC members

Simon testing Yin Fan's foldie

From left: Sam, Ah Khai, Yin Fan, Simon and wife Meng Ean

Gaya mesti ada!!

Yin Fan trying out a MTB

Kenny looks cute with a foldie

Photo of the week: Chase by 4 wheel drive!!

Danny Yeoh being chased by a 4 wheel drive..hehehe, well not exactly. The 4 wheel drive driver is a friendly guy who shares the narrow road with cyclists. A great guy indeed.

Nan Shan still popular among CBCBC members

Despite the super steep climb to the top of Nan Shan Hill at Paya Terubong, CBCBC members are still finding it irresistible. Those who had cycled there before will know that if you can take Nan Shan without stopping, you can take any tough hill in Penang.

CBCBC members had pledge their target to be completed by end of 2012. Some have even completed them 6 month earlier. Here are some of the photos taken during this Sunday ride.

Another first for CBCBC

This morning route was actually suggested by Ah Aik of FR Team, Paya Terubong, Relau, Teluk Kumbar, Gertak Sanggul, Pulau Betong, Tun Sardon and back to Paya Terubong.

This is the first time CBCBC took this route and it took all the energy from all of us. A slight set back when we were on the way up from Balik Pulau via the hill route to the main road, Jalan Tun Sardon. Kwan's rear wheel was stuck with dry weeds, it caught so tight that Kok and Yeap needed to pry it off whatever tools they had in hand.

Great team work and the problem was solved within 20 minutes and we were back on our route.

Mid station ride (last week)

Last Sunday 10 CBCBC members took the Hye Keat Estate route to the middle station (Bukit Bendera). For those who do not have not tried this route, just be cautious, it is not as easy as it seems.

At the main road to Penang Hill lower station, there is a Bomba station located on the right side. Take the turn and cycle up right after the small bridge.

Goh who had been busy with work made time to join us this time around, but he soon found out the route to be too tough for him. We finally stopped at mid station to enjoy the scenery, What a view.

Happy Birthday, Sam Tan!!!

Happy Birthday, Sam!! May all your wishes come true, bro!!

Our Sam celebrates his birthday every 24 July.