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SMART DECISIONS.

Clothing that comes with a PhD.

Propulsion Hoody with SmartLoft front & rear.

Smartwool’s fall line is all about insulation and layering, taking cues from nature to create cold weather solutions that weave together nature, science and technology. When you’re wearing Merino next to skin, your body can run more efficienty over the long haul. As a second layer, Merino layered together works as a system so your body can breathe better and stay warmer. The Propulsion Hoody brings it all together with a combination of SmartLoft wool insulation on front and back, wind-resistant nylon with a DWR finish and 100% Merino sleeves, sides and hood.

NTS Pattern Crew in 200 gram Merino (shown with Terry Metro Short).

Next-to-skin, midweight merino, splits the difference between mid and base layer so the NTS Pattern Crew gives you plenty of options for riding, hiking, layering throughout the fall/winter season.

PhD Cycle Pattern Crew Socks

We rarely wear anything other than Smartwool socks for riding in cold weather. PhD Cycle socks have an elite fit system that uses two elastics for greater stretch and recover to keep socks in place, and come in 3 sizes for dialed-in fit. Strategic mesh ventilation zones are placed for best temperature and moisture management.

October 8, 2015
BE SEEN THIS HALLOWEEN.

Burlington Halloween Bike Ride’s spooktacular logo.

Less than 2 weeks till Halloween, ladies. Time to get serious about a riding costume and a group ride to properly celebrate the occasion. We’ve scoured the country for events and rides to be aware of this latter part of October:

Covered Bridges Ride, Bucks County PA, October 16

Spooktacular (from Trembling 20 to Hideous 100), Bakersfield CA, October 17

Ride for our Heroes, Indio CA, October 23-24

Bite Me Bike Ride, St Helens OR, October 24

Burlington Halloween Bike Ride, Burlington VT, October 25

Intracoastal Waterway Century, Cocoa Village FL, October 25

Halloween Bike Ride, Little Rock AR, October 28

Denver Cruiser Ride , Denver CO, October 28

Chicago Critical Mass, Chicago IL, October 30

LA Critical Mass, Los Angeles CA, October 30

Boston Halloween Bike Ride, Boston MA, October 31

Tour de Frights, NYC, October 31, November 1, November 2

Pumpkin Pedaller, Asheville NC, October 31

GBS Halloween Ride, Hooksett NH, October 31

River Towns Ride & Festival, New Castle & Delaware City DE, October 31

Boneshaker Metric (25, 50, 100K), La Conner WA, October 31

October 7, 2015
ASK A TOUR LEADER: TOURING DURING THE OFF SEASON.

At the top of Norris Hill.

For many of us, the days are getting shorter and cooler, and thoughts are turning to things other than bicycle touring. Why not make this the year to try something different and go on an off-season bike trip?

Yes, the days will be shorter and the weather will be tougher. The flip side is the tourists are gone and a bike trip can feel like a real exploration rather than a race from place to place. There’s lots of great clothing available to keep you warm and dry. And an off-season trip is the perfect time to treat yourself. Stay in a nice B&B where a warm fire at night will chase away the day’s chills.

If gutting it out in the cold or wet isn’t your thing, consider going somewhere warm. Many southern states are pleasantly cool during the winter. Some tour companies offer winter trips in the southern states, or for the ultimate trip, try Chile or Australia during the winter.

Staying in shape for a tour in the dead of winter can be a challenge. If you rode a lot during the summer you may still be ready to tour even if you taper off in the fall. Look for good weather days to get out on the bike, or simply accept the fact of riding in bad weather. Use indoor training if it’s available to you. But whatever works for you, think about ways to extend your season and the fun of riding by going off season!

-Joyce Casey, Adventure Cycling Tour Leader

October 7, 2015
TERRY TEAM: Meet Sheilah Chisholm.

“Got the shorts and rode a comfortable 100 miles Saturday!”

Sheilah began cycling early in the spinning-craze years, and is a spin instructor when she’s not out on the road.

She loves the camaraderie as well as the health benefits of cycling. This photo was taken two weeks ago when a group of friends wanted to do a “century” just for the fun of it! She said that she couldn’t have done it without her Terry Bella Shorts.

Today, she is completing the “Louisiana MS 150” from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, Louisiana to McComb, Mississippi and back again.

3 cheers to Sheilah for supporting the MS Society and for inspiring others in their endeavors!

About the Terry Team: This is a monthly shout out to dedicated Terry fans who are part of our illustrious sisterhood of athletes and adventurers. We ride through wind and rain. We sweat. We dream. We discover. We push ourselves to and past our limits. We take each day and ride it to its fullest. Sound like you? Send your story to customerservice@terrybicycles.com.

October 7, 2015
RED WHEELS, GREEN APPLES & PERFECT PIE RECIPE.

Last week I ventured out on a fall ride to my favorite apple orchard; Thanksgiving pies must be planned!

Temps were in the high 50’s and a little cloudy with warmer weather and sunshine expected in the afternoon, a perfect combination for my Terry Grand Prix Wool Cycling Jersey, cozy new Breakaway Knickers and the new, warm and wonderful Woolies Socks.

The wool jersey adapts incredibly well to spring and fall weather fluctuations…a New England necessity! The knickers are imperative for protecting ones knees in temps dipping below 65 degrees, and my Terry socks capped off the perfect fall ensemble.

The gal at the Orchard told me she uses Macintosh apples for her pies. I’ve never used this variety and have decided to do a test run this weekend and see how they fare!

Many thanks to Shelburne Orchards for a great Fall destination!

Tomorrow’s apple pie recipe:
In a bowl Combine:
8 Macintosh Apples…peeled, cored and sliced
2+ Tablespoons Flour (depending on apple juice)
1/2 cup of Sugar
Heavy sprinkle of Cinnamon
Light sprinkle of Nutmeg and Salt
Squeeze of Lemon
6 Small Chunks of Butter
I generally bake my pie shell for 10 minutes, cool slightly and fill with apple mixture. Cover the pie with outer pastry shell, crimp top and bottom shells together, cover edges with foil and bake @ 350 degrees for about 30 minutes (removing the foil half way through the baking process).

Remove from the oven when the crust is golden brown and bubbling!

Until next time,
Lisa Wilkes (Red Wheels)

About Lisa: If you’ve had the pleasure of talking to a “real person” at Terry, chances are good that it may have been Lisa or one of her team. As a former bike coach and our Customer Service Manager, she’s full of personal inspiration and professional expertise when it comes to getting comfortable with saddles, choosing the right apparel, answering questions about cycling and a few other specialties that are guaranteed to help improve your attitude, if not your ride!

October 7, 2015
Ask A Tour Leader: Bike Tour Beginner Basics.

Adventure Ready.

You’ve thought about it, now is the year to do it – go on an overnight bike tour. What are some of the things you need to know?

Just get out and do it. Traveling by bicycle takes many forms and there are lots of resources to help. Bring only a change of clothes and a credit card, and you can go as far as you’re willing with the same clothes washed in your hotel sink. With racks or a trailer on your bike you can become self-sufficient, camping and cooking wherever it strikes you.

Bicycle travel happens at a slower pace than your weekly group ride. Give yourself permission to enjoy the journey. Stop at the antiques store or enjoy a picnic lunch at the side of a creek. These are opportunities that don’t always present themselves when driving. Remember that you’ll be riding for more hours in a day than you’re used to. Keep your energy level up by eating small meals and snacks throughout the day. And no matter how delectable, that rich exotic gourmet meal with wine at the country inn may not be your best choice. Simple energy rich dinners will leave you feeling ready to ride the next day.

Any trip will be better with preparation. Make sure both your body and your bike are ready for multiple days of riding. It’s not necessary to carry a lot on a bike trip but you should have a few first aid supplies and the tools and know-how to fix a flat tire. Keep your clothes simple. Plain darker colors help you blend in at your destination and hide dirt. Always bring two pairs of bike shorts so you can wash one each night. The weather can change quickly so a rain jacket is a good accessory.

Now you’re ready to head out and ride!

– Joyce Casey, Adventure Cycling Tour Leader

September 11, 2015
BIKEPACKING: TINY ADVENTURE; BIG FUN.

A Micro-Adventure Awaits.

Chugging down the rail-trail.

Watching the sun set at Kettle Pond.

The first time I heard the word “bikepacking”, a light went off in my head – I knew this was going to be my activity of choice for my Surly Pugsley (named Wednesday). The activity is defined very much as it sounds, a combination of biking and backpacking, an off-road tour, and can last for weeks or less than 24 hours. This type of adventure has absolutely exploded in popularity in the last 5 years and along with it, specialized bikepacking gear has entered the bike scene.

Bikepacking equipment, like most bicycle accessories, range from the high-end, ultra-technical, chic, custom bags to very basic and minimalistic parts to facilitate gear attachments.

Porcelain Rocket specializes in beautiful, functional and custom bikepacking bags that minimize bulk and maximize awesome –

Loaded Mr.Fusion by Porcelain Rocket

Before going custom, I decided to try the Outpost series by Blackburn, a great value for technical gear –

Outpost Handelbar Roll by Blackburn

Outpost Seat Pack by Blackburn

After buying all of the special equipment, I was champing at the bit to head out on the trails and yet, I waited 5 months to set off on my first bikepacking trip.

The biggest factor in my hesitation was wanting to make sure I went on the best trail, something remote and endlessly beautiful, something not too difficult but challenging enough to keep it interesting. This trail may indeed exist but it is not the trail we ended up traveling. After much deliberation, Wednesday and I set off towards a section of the Cross VT Trail on a late Friday afternoon. There was a moment of hesitation as we started off towards the rail trail–that it would be crowded with large families and dogs–but it turned out to be just treacherous enough to leave us bounding down the path in total solitude.

Unsurprisingly, bikepacking is my new favorite activity – it has the capacity to be a huge adventure on a grand scale but also exists as the perfect weekend micro-adventure. Somehow carrying everything you need to survive (for less than 24 hours) on two fat wheels, straight into the forest makes even the most mundane surroundings absolutely marvelous.

My only advice, no matter your equipment or how much time you have, ride out and spend a night under the stars.

– Whitney McKiddy

September 10, 2015
FALL FAVORITES.

It’s that glorious time of year again when the days get cooler and beverages get warmer. Whether or not the lack of light is your cup of tea, we can hopefully agree on one thing – fall fashion is great. With sweaters and boots, thermal tops and fully reflective jackets this is shaping up to be the best season yet.

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September 10, 2015
LET’S GET COMFORTABLE.

My Journey to Saddle Comfort.

Happily climbing Emerald Bay.

I can vividly remember my very first rides in 1999. I had signed up to train and ride 100 miles in Lake Tahoe, and my saddle pain seemed insurmountable. Finally, I looked at my coach and said, “I can’t do this, the pain is too intense.” He looked back at me and using his charming French accent said, “go get a saddle with a cutout and I’ll see you next week.”

I hobbled to my bike shop and repeated the words of my coach (without the accent) and, I am happy to report, my shop put a Terry Butterfly on my bike. Best bike upgrade ever!

The rest is history…I rode a very comfortable 100 miles in Lake Tahoe and a few thousand more.

A good bike fit and good, padded, breathable shorts (without your underwear) will also help you achieve saddle comfort. I was very lucky to find a great saddle so quickly and I have great sympathy for those struggling with this endeavor.

The moral of this story is to keep working to find the best saddle for your needs and reach out for assistance if the road gets rough.

Tailwinds,

Lisa Wilkes

About Lisa: If you’ve had the pleasure of talking to a “real person” at Terry, chances are good that it may have been Lisa or one of her team. As a former bike coach and our Customer Service Manager, she’s full of personal inspiration and professional expertise when it comes to getting comfortable with saddles, choosing the right apparel, answering questions about cycling and a few other specialties that are guaranteed to help improve your attitude, if not your ride!

September 2, 2015
INTRODUCING THE TERRY 2016 SADDLE LINE.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

TERRY INTRODUCES NEW SADDLES FOR LONGER DISTANCE COMFORT IN 2016.

Designed to take comfort up a notch, TERRY will introduce three new saddles for women and one for men in 2016. According to VP of Marketing, Paula Dyba,

“As the company who puts women’s cycling comfort first, we are constantly challenged to try and find new ways to improve upon our existing line. This year, we’ve invested in new molds with larger cutaways and lower profiles so riders get more relief for touring and long days in the saddle.”

2016 SADDLE HIGHLIGHTS

Butterfly™ Ti Gel +:
With a wider center cutaway, contoured rear and a thin gel layer, the new Butterfly™ Ti Gel + provides maximum comfort for endurance riders.

SPECS
262mm X 155m
260 g (est)
Ti-316 Rails
Leather cover with perforated butterfly pattern
Made in Italy
Suggested retail $169

Butterfly™ Galactic +:
Best for riders who are out of this world, the limited edition Butterflytm Galactic has a reflective ink constellation screen-printed cover. It, too, is designedwith a larger cut away than the classic Butterflies, offering longer distance comfort.

SPECS
262mm X 155mm
260 g (est)
Manganese Rails
Shiny blue Dura-tek Cover
Made in Italy
Suggested retail $120

Liberator Elite (X&Y):
Available for both Women and Men, the new Liberator Elite is designed for the elite touring rider who needs all day comfort, premium features and the optimal balance of relief and saddle weight. This saddle has a wider cutaway for additional relief, premium leather cover for durability and lighter weight cromoly rails than the other Liberators in the TERRY line.

SPECS Liberator X (women) SPECS Liberator Y (men)
249mm x 163mm 269mm x 173mm
360 g (est) 416 g (est)
Cr-mo Rails Cr-mo Rails
Perforated black leather cover Perforated black leather cover
Wider cutaway Wider cutaway
Suggested Retail $99 Suggested Retail $99

Click to download the full press release: 2016 Saddle Release

ABOUT TERRY
For over 30 years, TERRY has been dedicated to getting more women riding bikes. TERRY apparel and saddles for both women and men are designed to improve the ride for all levels of cyclists and are distributed by better bike shops and major retailers across the US. From serious gear to recreational fun, TERRY positions itself as a brand for all, where technical performance and feminine style ride in tandem.

For more information, contact:
VP Marketing, Paula Dyba
Paula@TerryBicycles.com, 585-415-3849

August 15, 2015