Subject: Team Shell Cycling - October 27, 2016
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Dear Team Shell Cyclists,

We have already 105 cyclist registered on Team Shell!  Way to go!  Last year we rode with 250 riders, so we still have plenty of room.  Please help me get the word out to your co-workers, family and friends.

It's looking to be another outstanding weekend for going out for a bike ride!  Make plans to get out and ride!!!  If you need to buddy up or car pool for a ride or would like to invite others to ride with you, please post on our Team Shell Facebook page.  Also use this site if you are looking to buy or sell cycling "stuff."

Ready2Roll (R2R) training series update - R2R registration is open!   You must be a member of a team to be accepted in the R2R training.  So if you haven't yet completed your Team Shell/Motiva registration, please do so before registering on the R2R site when it goes live.  Our team will be listed as Shell.  This is an excellent training program that nearly half our team takes part in.  The weekly training rides start with two beginner rides then progresses each week with a little more distance and a little more hills.  This will get you ready to roll for MS in April.
Click HERE<https://thedriven.net/Ready2Rollcycling2017Training> to register.

Team Shell registration steps:

Please follow the 4 step process below to get signed up with the MS Society and Team Shell.

1.       Register with the MS Society - CLICK HERE<http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Bike/TXHBikeEvents?pg=entry&fr_id=28263>

2.       Register with Team Shell - Register Here<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2017TeamShellCycling> - You must complete this annual survey whether you are riding in the MS event or if you plan to do the Ready2Roll training series only.  We will need one registration filled out for each rider.  So, if you are riding with your spouse and your son, you will have all three complete a Team Shell Registration Survey.

3.       Pay your Team support logistics fee.  This is in addition to the MS 150 registration fee.  The logistics fee helps in supporting 50% of what it takes to support a large team during the MS 150 weekend in LaGrange and Austin.  It covers such expenses as Team tents, food, beverages, audio sound, shuttle transport, and luggage transport.  The Shell Health and Wellness budget will cover the other 50% of the expenses.  I appreciate your support.

Mail a check ($60), made out to Shell Employees Club to:

150 N. Dairy Ashford

Bldg. E - 0238 A

Houston, TX  77079

c/o Team Shell - Mark Poindexter

4.       You must have completed a hands-on bike safety training class within the last 3 years.  We will host about four classes throughout the training season.  Dates have not been schedule yet; I will let you know.

Guest Riders on Team Shell - As a Shell/Motiva employee or retiree, you may sponsor up to two guest riders on Team Shell.  Also, full time contractor who work at a Shell worksite may also join the team.  Immediate family members do not count against your guest sponsorship.  We have this policy in place for a couple of reasons.  First, we need to limit the size of our team.
We have found that 250 - 300 Team Shell riders is the ideal number we can support.  Second, is that we want to know who our guests are so that we all can best represent Shell in our weekly training rides and the weekend of the event.  I know you will help me in supporting this endeavor.

Volunteering
Team Shell needs your help with 3 training rides.  We will need a dozen volunteers to support the three training events that Shell is responsible for.  Your support is very important.  If you cannot volunteer, a family member or friend can take your place while you are on the training ride.

Volunteer Link - CLICK HERE<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R2R2017>

*         8 Volunteers needed are for break point set up, take down and serving riders.

*         4 SAG wagon drivers - drivers will drive the ride route and assist riders with transport if needed.  Truck, SUV helpful but not mandatory.

1.     Feb 18, Ride 4 in Sealy

2.    Mar 18, Ride 7 in New Waverly

3.    Apr 8, Ride 10 in Cat Spring

Team Shell Cycling Apparel -  http://www.peak1bikestore.com/shell

Note that the Team Shell store is currently set up to accept orders through November 18th with delivery around the first of January.  Jerseys can be purchased and delivered to your home for under $30.  Make sure you get your order in early so you can show your team spirit in January when you are out on your training rides.  It also helps to identify your teammates so you can connect with.
The second order window will be from December 1st through February 1st so that we can have your team kits delivered to you by the April 1st (no fooling).  We will have the traditional jersey as well as a long sleeve and sleeveless option.  Gloves and shorts are also available.

Upcoming Community Rides

Oct 29, 2016

Pedal Palacios Bike Ride<http://www.pedalpalacios.org/>

Palacios, TX

12 mile, 30 mile and 60 mile rides available on quiet country roads with water views - Full SAG Support. Six rest stops offering homemade treat and refreshments.

Nov 5, 2016

Independence Ride<http://wallisride.com/>

Wallis, TX

This year we expect over 150 disabled veterans and caregivers to join the throngs of over 1000 local civilian riders in the ride. There will be four routes to choose from with distances of 12, 23, 42 and 63 miles. Following the ride, join the veterans for a BBQ Chicken lunch and enjoy the music entertainment.

Nov 12, 2016

Polk County Spirit Ride <http://www.spiritrides.com/>

Livingston, TX

An opportunity to ride along the shore line of Lake Livingston and the surrounding rolling hills of Polk County. We offer four routes for all levels of riders, including a "Metric Century" 67 mile course. There will be police escorts through major intersections, medical support, SAG vehicles, Ride Marshall support and Rest stops every 9-16 miles on all

Have a great weekend, Be Safe and Be Well!
Mark Poindexter
Shell Health - U.S. Wellness Manager
Tel: +01 832 337-2149