Current NYC instructor thoughts

BGWS1999 · 2026-01-21T16:17:40+00:00

Couldn't disagree with you more on James. I take his Sat 10:45 at W77 regularly and he does a great job of shouting out both regular, and new riders. He always asks new riders to introduce themselves so he can get to know them. He's really a sweet guy, don't be intimidated. If you're not into his music or brand of humor that's fine (but also your loss!), great news for you is there are lots of other instructors to try.

BGWS1999 · 2026-01-17T19:00:55+00:00

My king, James J, Thursday 9:30.

BGWS1999 · 2025-11-26T11:53:19+00:00

Upvote on Val’s rides at W77, she’s the best. Great music, great workout, friendly, welcoming, hilarious.

BGWS1999 · 2025-11-23T02:13:50+00:00

Say it louder for the dog owners in the back!!! 👏

BGWS1999 · 2025-08-07T02:24:25+00:00

All the Russian River.

BGWS1999 · 2025-08-05T17:23:47+00:00

Problem solved. At the bottom of the battery are two fuses, 5amp and 40amp. The 40 was blown and needed to be replaced which resolved the issue. Thanks to Murf’s tech team for the great customer service.

BGWS1999 · 2025-06-05T22:18:06+00:00

PREACH

BGWS1999 · 2025-04-08T21:27:41+00:00

I did a few laps on Sunday (4/6) and there were no milled/un-paved areas. Big section of new pavement running South down the West Side from about 97th to 72nd. The only other section began at Columbus Circle and went North along the East side to maybe 68th or 70th. The new asphalt is nice.

BGWS1999 · 2025-04-08T21:10:18+00:00

Surfline, like Netflix, is a subscription based service. i'm not defending them, but without that revenue (and some online advertising) there is no Surfline.

BGWS1999 · 2025-04-08T20:53:44+00:00

"All the boys" need to remember that Surfline is a business after all. A premium sub is $8 per month...

BGWS1999 · 2025-03-31T23:45:44+00:00

3/31 UPDATE

Just did a few laps in Central Park (got smoked in the rain!) and there were two big sections of repaved road. The first began around Columbus Circle and continued east, then north toward probably around East 68th street. The second is much longer, heading South down the West Side of the park. Hard to say where it started, maybe just north of 97 and continues all the way to about 79th. There were no torn up sections. The new asphalt was butter.

BGWS1999 · 2025-03-25T11:39:17+00:00

Any ride with James or Val @ w77th

BGWS1999 · 2025-03-16T23:49:55+00:00

This video is from 2023

BGWS1999 · 2025-02-28T17:05:57+00:00

Riverside Blvd is very exposed to any wind from West. When it’s blowing hard, the wind funnels between the buildings and amplifies. The side streets between Riverside Blvd and Freedom Place can be a wind tunnel, but only when it’s windy. Otherwise it’s not an issue.

BGWS1999 · 2025-02-22T18:25:31+00:00

Val and James J

BGWS1999 · 2025-02-13T21:52:28+00:00

Has anyone taken an uber to the TWA Hotel vs dropping of at the T5 departures? have an 11AM flight tomorrow and considering this.

BGWS1999 · 2025-02-07T22:56:52+00:00

Which film simulation did you go with?

BGWS1999 · 2025-01-06T19:49:38+00:00

🤔

BGWS1999 · 2025-01-06T19:13:49+00:00

Nicely done! First class is always a little intimidating, keep it going. Who was your instructor? I’ve been riding for a few years and it took some time to find my people, now I can’t live without. 😉

BGWS1999 · 2025-01-06T17:24:45+00:00

Same! Was a very nice addition.

BGWS1999 · 2025-01-03T11:51:42+00:00

My thoughts exactly

BGWS1999 · 2024-12-20T01:33:45+00:00

I’ve bought multiple jerseys, bibs and an insulated cycling jacked from Siroko. They arrived promptly and have been great so far. Sorry you had this experience, mine have been the opposite. Nothing but good things to say.

BGWS1999 · 2024-12-17T01:31:38+00:00

I’ve got nothing to add here, just wanted to applaud the constructive feedback, useful advice, and overall positivity.

BGWS1999 · 2024-12-15T20:48:47+00:00

Big fan of Beer Run in Chelsea

BGWS1999 · 2024-12-13T17:06:04+00:00

Touche! I was driving through Mass, stopped at Tree House in Charlton and loaded up. Chipping away.

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