Over the weekend, another sad RIP news that rock the cycling community. ;'''(

People, I urge all of you, pls pls pls think TRIPLE not twice to cycle on ANY Highways or even their MOTORbike Lanes. We have to take good care of ourselves to try our best to prevent tragedies happen to any of us.

Start taking precaution of yourself & stop cycling on all highways and motorbike lanes. We have our CHOICES to make to stay safe and still able to cycle. Hence, Ride Happy Ride Safe.

When things happen we start blaming one another. Why not we all take a step back to take precaution of ourselves & ANYTHING COULD HAVE HAPPENED TO ANYONE OF US AT ANYTIME ANY MOMENT in ANY SITUATIONS.

1) STOP CYCLING ON ALL MAJOR HIGHWAYS AND MOTORBIKE LANES, PRECAUTION IS BETTER THAN BLAMING AFTERMATH.

2) BE SEEN & BE SAFE, ALWAYS RIDE WITH YOUR HELMETS ON, ALWAYS RIDE WITH FRONT N BACK LIGHTS SPECIALLY AT NIGHT TIMES.

3) RIDE IN GROUPS, DO NOT RIDE ALONE AT ANY TIMES.

4) ALWAYS INFORM LOVED ONES, INFORM YOUR FRIENDS WHERE YOU ARE RIDING OFF TO.

5) RIDE IN SINGLE FILES & TRY TO STICK TO LEFT OR INNER MOST SIDE OF THE ROAD.

6) DO NOT EVER MAKE SUDDEN MOVE, MUST SLOWLY MAKE PROPER SIGNAL WHEN YOU ARE MAKING ANY MOVES.

7) ALWAYS TRY TO POINT AND SHOUT OUT ANY POT HOLES AND UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES. PROPER HAND GESTURES ARE NEEDED.

8) DO NOT RUN OVER RED LIGHTS, RESPECT YOURSELVES BEFORE OTHERS RESPECT YOU!

May God bless us all. Ride Happy, Ride Safe ... Share Our Roads by Elaine Kar Yan Sunny Bunny

What is Glimmer Gear®?

Glimmer Gear® is a manufacturer of state-of-the-art sports apparel equipped with built-in custom LEDs (light emitting diodes), which allow the wearer to be easily visible when training or exercising outdoors at night. 

Whole Yellow , Pattern Blue and Pattern Pink

Whole Yellow & Pattern Blue

Pattern Pink

How is it powered?

Our cycling jerseys and arm wear are powered with one (CR2032) 3V button batteries (included). We recommend that you choose a good quality battery from a trusted and reliable brand. We recommend a rechargeable 9-Volt battery that it no more than 200mAh (this info. will be displayed on the battery’s packaging). Rechargeable batteries are more economical and reduce toxic materials that are sent to landfills. 

Latest Battery Box

Latest Battery Box

ON Off Switch

Comparison of old battery box (Top) with the Latest Battery Box (Middle), Battery powered by Button Batteries.

      

Super Light Weight LED Strip and Battery Box

Our LED strips are connected to a battery box with an ON/OFF switch powered by (2) 3V button batteries (CR2032) connected on one end of the strip. All our products come with the batteries included.

Battery box is thin and lightweight, yet sturdy.

Battery box measurements:
1.75"L x 7/8"W x 1/8"H
Weight: 3/8 of an ounce

Where is the battery stored on the apparel?
The battery is stored in a battery pocket, which is sewn in to all of our products and garments. 

Whole black

Pattern Green

How far can these lights be seen?
The lights are visible from a distance of 500 meters (approximately ¼ of a mile). 

Whole Yellow in Action

Whole Black

Do these lights flash?
Yes, the lights currently sold with the product flash. 

Whole Black

Whole Yellow

 Can I use this product in the rain?

Yes, the LEDs are concealed in a protective coating that protects them from the elements. However, the LEDs should NEVER be submerged in water. 

Can I buy different color LEDs?
At this time all of our LEDs are only available in red. However, we will soon be adding additional colors to our inventory. 

Is this product safe to be worn?
Yes, when used properly and as directed Glimmer Gear ® products are completely safe. The LEDs are non-heat emitting, water-proof and cool to the touch. 

Whole Black

How do I wash and dry the jersey?
To extend the life of your jersey, the jersey should be hand washed with a mild soap and hung dry. Do not iron.

How long does a non-rechargeable battery last?

Depending on the brand, a non-rechargeable battery can last for approximately 50 hours of continuous use.

How long does a rechargeable battery last?

Depending on the brand, a rechargeable battery can last for approximately 8-10 hours before a recharge is required. 

 

What is the life time of the LED?

The LED will last for approximately 50,000 hours (approximately 5 years). 

Are the LEDs covered under warranty?

Yes. Our warranty policy covers the LEDs for 1-year from date of receipt. Visit our Warranty Info. details below to read our complete warranty policy. 

What is your return policy?

If you are unsatisfied with any of our products for any reason you can return it to us for a full refund within 30 days of receipt. The product MUST be unused, in its original packaging, and have the tags still attached to the product in order to receive a refund. Visit our Refund Policy detail below to read our complete refund policy. 

How do I get replacement lights?

Replacement LEDs strips can be purchased through email mentioning. 

 Is Glimmer Gear® available in stores?

At this time, Glimmer Gear® is only sold exclusively online 

 Is this product safe to be worn?

Yes, when used properly and as directed Glimmer Gear ® products are completely safe. The LEDs are non-heat emitting, water-proof and cool to the touch. 

GLIMMER GEARS Pictures by satisfied customers - 
ENJOY Glimmer Gears with your Glimmering Smile !!!

Starting now, Malaysia will be the 1st Asia country started selling Glimmer Gears. We shall have more products adding on in the coming months. Kick Start with Arm Warmers which has been debut during Share Our Roads - Ride of Silence, KL 2012. 

Arm Warmers Sizing and Fit
Sizes run small. For best fit order one size larger than your usual size. For example, if you typically wear a large, order an extra large.  

To ensure a snug fit, order the proper size. The battery compartment will NOT sag, droop, or move about while you cycle or run.

Arm Warmers
Breathable 100% Coolmax polyester

Active quality with Quick-dry

Anti-bacterial

Italy Ink

Built in plastic window for removable LED strip

Invisible interior pocket to store LED strip & 9V battery
Hand wash, hang-dry
Do not iron.

LED Strip (Light Emitting Diodes)

Red lights
Non-heat emitting
Waterproof
Flexible
Requires CR2032 3V batteries (not included)
One year manufacturer’s warranty on the bulbs/diodes

Different Patterns / Colours to choose from - pls name the pattern & sizes below when ordering
(Mention the EXACT name of the product stated below)

1) GG Tour Arm Wear-(Whole Yellow)

2) GG Midnight Arm Wear-(Whole Black)

3) GG Proud Pink Arm Wear-(Pattern Pink)

4) GG Blue Arm Wear-(Pattern Blue)

5) GG Go Green Arm Wear-(Pattern Green)

6) GG Bold Pink Arm Wear-(Whole Pink) 

** Sizes starting from S / M / L / XL / XXL / XXXL

** All sold in pairs with Batteries included

** RM 200 per pair inclusive of shipping and handling 

** 2 weeks / 14 days for PER-ORDERING ONLY !!! 
** Starting 28th May 2012 (Mon) , Cut Off Date of Ordering 1st Batch 10th June 2012 (Sun)

** Shipment will take 1 month to arrive for current period (est. arrive on 20th July 2012)

** Mailing / Postage within 1 WEEK after shipment arrive for announcement online
(est. by 23rd - 27th July mail all out to recipients, by 31st July 2012, 1st batch ordering all receive)

Ordering details:

1) Bank into Heong Leong Bank - Wong Kar Yan Elaine - 00350478863

2) Email bank in slip / payment proof / snap a clear picture of bank in slip with ordering pattern details, sizes, Full Name, HP, Email address & Mailing Address, email to lovelycutiesunnybunny@gmail.com

Example when email mention ordering : 
(pls follow this procedure to make ordering and date compilation easier, thx)

GG Tour Arm Wear - (Whole Yellow) / 1 pair / S / and 
GG Proud Pink Arm Wear - (Pattern Pink)/ 1 pair / M

Mary Jane

012-1234567

mj@maryjane.com.my 
1234-D, Block A, Taman Negara, KL 78945, Malaysia.

3) Once receive and confirm you will receive an email reply from lovelycutiesunnybunny@gmail.com

4) Announcement on sending orders / upon receiving shipment / postage delivery to recipients will be made on :

Elaine's FaceBook Page: http://www.facebook.com/SunnyBunnyLovelyKarYan and 

Sunny Bunny blogspot : http://www.lovelycutiesunnybunny.blogspot.com/

5) Further Questions and Inquiries please email to lovelycutiesunnybunny@gmail.com or private message on Elaine's FaceBook Page : http://www.facebook.com/SunnyBunnyLovelyKarYan

The Glimmer Gear® Guarantee

Glimmer Gear® products are used every day by people just like you. Our products are used by our own employees and we wouldn’t sell you something that we wouldn’t use ourselves. So, you have nothing to lose with Glimmer Gear®, if you received damaged goods you may return or exchange any of our products purchased on our website within 30 days of receipt. Not to mention, we encourage your feedback, got a suggestion to make us better? Share it!

How do I Exchange or Return items purchased on GlimmerGear.com?
1. Fill out the Return Authorization Form on the back of the packing slip that came with your order. If you didn't receive the packing slip or cannot locate it, please write a detailed note detailing the items you are returning and the reason for the return. Be sure to include the order number, your name, email address, and phone number.


2. Pack the item(s) and the Return Authorization Form in the original box/envelope, if available. Include the tags or other packaging that originally came with the merchandise.

3. Mail the package to the address below. (we do not except C.O.D deliveries) Glimmer Gear® is not responsible to pay for the cost of shipping.

Item must be returned or exchanged within 30 days from date of receipt. Must be unworn with the original tags attached and in saleable condition. Your return will be processed within 7 business days of being received at our office and refunds will be issued to the original method of payment. You will receive an e-mail notification once your return is processed. Please allow 1-2 billing cycles for the refund credit to appear on your statement.


If you are requesting an LED replacement due to a defect, please view our Warranty page. The LED strips are covered under our one-year manufacturer’s warranty with limitations, see page for detailed information.

 

Glimmer Gear®Manufacturer’s Warranty

Rest assured, we’ve got you covered. Our LED strips endure thorough testing to ensure that they are safe, strong, and highly functional. All LED strips are built to last many years however, if you receive a defective LED strip it’s covered under our 1 year manufacturer’s warranty from date of delivery.*

What’s Covered?
Our warranty strictly covers the functions and components of the LED strips. Fabric merchandise (such as jerseys, arm wear, hydration pack, jackets, safety vests, etc.) are NOT covered under this LED warranty policy. Warranty is void if the LED strip is defective due to improper handling such as, but not limited to; bending, folding, breaking of the wire components due to stretching, subjection to high and direct levels of heat and submersion in water.


How do I Exchange my defected LED strip?
1. Fill out the Warranty Claim section of the Return Authorization Form on the back of the packing slip that came with your order. If you didn't receive the packing slip or cannot locate it, please write a detailed note detailing the problem with your LED strip, order number, your name, email address, mailing address, and phone number. Claims received without this information will not be processed.


2. Pack the LED strip(s) and the Return Authorization Form in the original box/envelope, if available. Include the tags or other packaging that originally came with the merchandise.

3. Mail the package to the address stated here. (we do not except C.O.D deliveries) Glimmer Gear® is not responsible to pay for the cost of shipping. (1938-2C, Lorong Nikmat 4, Happy Garden, KL 58200, Malaysia) sender will bare the cost of mailing.

If you would like a refund instead of an LED replacement, please note that requests received beyond the 30 day return period are not eligible for a refund. Defective LED strips, in such cases will be replaced with a new one. LED strip(s) must be received by Elaine Wong within 1 year from date of delivery*. Upon receipt, your claim will be processed and a replacement mailed to you within 30 business days. You will receive e-mail notification once your claim is processed and completed. Damages caused by improper use will not be covered. 


*If item was shipped to you via regular first class mail and without tracking, date of delivery is assumed to be 7 days after order was placed.

My thoughts behind "Share our Roads" campaign

It is 2.30am in the morning. We were just finished a long night of confirming many things and trying our best to close the best deals that we could with limited budget getting the maximum production done on the campaign memorabilias. It was so tiring afterwork non stop running here and there just with the core three of us trying to visit as many potential sponsors as possible to try our best to make the up coming event the best that we could bring to all participants, just because of one thing to make us all so determine and focus, that was the love the passion about the true essence of cycling.

Cycling is not just a sport but a sport which can make you healthy and able to connect with people. You have to interact with people around you when you cycle. But only through organizing an event which makes the bond to your cycling buddies much stronger and made me learn a lot from both of them.

I am able to learn to negotiate better with more emotional intelligence involve into my skills. I am able to learn from a good sales personnel how to pitch for a better deal, how to talk smoother and not to be too fast too direct.

I am able to learn how to systematically deal with authorities and government bodies plus government agencies which sometimes are very tedious and time consuming.

Thank you lord for giving me such brothers to learn and excel from. I am fast dynamic and able to think of many ideas in many ways. I thought my public relations skills should be fine but well I have so much room for improvement. I thought I am humble but I am quite egoistic indeed. Thank you lord for giving me some very thoughtful helpful and understanding brothers.

I was in the shower thinking what has happened throughout these few months, many reflections and a voice keep asking me why? Why keep doing this? Why make yourself so tired? Wasted so much of your energy for what? Someone outside really care or not? Then I answer myself, I don't know about the others, but for sure me and my brothers, we truly cares a lot. What we are planning and executing is not just simply for ourselves now but also for the future generations of many Cyclists too, not just in Malaysia, but the impact could be far from what we could imagine, all start from a small group of people all having the same passion, the passion for cycling in a safe environment, to share our roads with all road users.

Share our Roads is a campaign which unites all cyclists, all shop owners, all bicycle dealers suppliers and Road Transport Authorities. Everyone should take up a part as their own responsibility to contribute to the same goal - towards a safer better cycling environment for everyone to share our roads. If everyone is just saying, not my business, start to question what can we do in such a small scale with limited funding etc. If we do not change our mind set and keep thinking like that, nothing could have accomplished at all. Remember Rome doesn't create in one day! All start from scratch and gradually build up and accumulate more.

All of us simply envy in foreign countries how much safer, nicer to cycle there, with so much facilities cater for cyclists, so much law enforcement to ensure the safety of cyclists etc. why not start to do something to make this happen for all of us too here in Malaysia? I am from Hong Kong, I started to learn cycling here in Malaysia, I fell in love for this country and I wanted to make this happen for us here in Malaysia to enjoy our roads shared by every road user. I am doing my little part with my brothers, so are you ready to contribute yours too?

Technology make the news spread fast. You might not even expect that the world is watching us too. So make our "Share our Roads" Campaign count as a Global Influencial event campaign and make our voices known through our Picture Petition counts through your images, make your voices count through the upcoming Ride of Silence Event to honor our fallen cyclists and make sure our safety awareness message are going to be heard worldwide !

It's 3am now so Good night you all and may our God bless us all, Ride Happy, Ride Safe.

What so Special about Cycling to you?

After so many accidents and near misses happened on the road, why do people still take up cycling as their hobby? Wouldn’t the gruesome accident pictures involving your fellow cyclists freak you out enough already? Wouldn’t the rudeness and ruthlessness from drivers scare you more than enough already? WHY? WHY are we still cycling on the road? Wouldn’t it be silly when you know your friends have died abruptly and suddenly during cycling to be able to deter you to get out from cycling and get into somewhat “Safer” sport? 

Transition during Xterra

This is Elaine Kar Yan, a.k.a. Sunny Bunny. I will give you my views and hope this article could be an interesting interactive piece for everyone to contribute your views beneath mine.

Waiting at the starting line.

 Cycling is a great sport to engage in, it keeps you fit , healthy and become more socially adapt to get to know more friends and people from all walks of lives. 

Cycling is such a wonderful Social Sport =) knowing all walks of lives.

Cycling is my transformation journey which makes me relate to what is happening in life – the ups and downs. From the start of learning cycling at the age of 30, the part of trying, and nonstop trying, I fell, then I got up and do again, it’s like what is happening in life. Once I grasp the balancing, and started my cycling journey, then I have to take up the next Cleat skills on road bike, then countless fell and getting up and re-do again till I am able to do so. The cycle keep on going as next is learning stage was MTB – MTB Cleats – more fine tuning of skills etc. etc. till now the mission is to bring out the message of “Share Our Roads” for more people to feel safer to engage in this sport. I believe there are much more challenges installed ahead for me as long as I keep on pedaling.

Cycling is unique in a sense that it took me to many places. I am a social / leisure cyclists (sports girl) which I do not chase the podium placing so much. I always value highly on my journey, the people I met, the places I am at and have been to, the food and drinks, the scenic views, the nonstop of so much greeneries. This is the Malaysia – Truly Asia which I saw from my eyes after I started cycling here. 

Training session during Langkawi Ironman Race 2010

Cycling open up my mind, my eyes of seeing the world. When I am on my Roadie or Mountie, the world seems so different. I am more in tune with my surroundings. I felt I am part of the earth which I live in. This is a sport which you can use as a mode of transport as it has zero carbon emission and my vision for our future to be able to still stay on planet earth instead of moving to Mars, we have to all go back to use cycling as our mode of transport and limit the use of automobiles and planes. Mother Earth needs us to save and we need more bicycle lanes, laws and regulations to ensure cycling is a sport which is safe enough for more people to engage in.

I treasure cycling and my cycling skills a lot, I never took it for granted as I do not have the privilege to own a bicycle and learn the skills when I was at a younger age. I learn the skills and own the bicycles while being in Malaysia, I never looked back even till our close cycling buddies died in front of us in the news. These news only strengthen up my mission to bring the “Share Our Roads” message out to as many people as possible and to create the impact so big that Government and authorities to take actions to ensure a safer place for all of us to engage in the sport.

When I first started cycling during my first Ipoh Century Ride 2008

I admire Malaysia Government trying to create many cycling events to promote the sport and even Tourism Malaysia is trying to promote Malaysia Cycling Tourism. But if during cycling races, cars can simply barge into the racing area to hit national cyclists, our cyclists got hit and harassed on the road, no awareness and proper planned education programs initiated by Government to ensure safety of cyclists, then how to promote cycling and cycling tourism further?

“Share Our Road” message is a MUST for everyone to spread out as much as possible as these are the immediate actions which we all must do.  Keep Support / Snap & Post your pictures onto facebook. I believe as “A picture speaks a thousand words; let our voices all be heard.” Remember only having a safer environment then only cycling as a sport, cycling tourism and cycling industry will flourish. I have pledged to support “Share Our Roads”, have you? Now is your turn to answer the question posted - What so SPECIAL about CYCLING to you?

I Pledge to support "Share Our Roads"

In Sports & Food; we truly UNITE.

Achieving REAL unity is always easy said than done. I realize many simply using the term or concept of UNITY to twist and turn to suit one’s personal / political / business agenda. To me, the simplest way to relate this UNITY concept is through two things: SPORTS & FOOD.

It is often through these two things that people regardless of gender, races, religion can truly unite as ONE whole identity. Through Sports and Food, people can actually share the joy of being able to finish a tough race and satisfying their adrenalin rush; share the joy of being able to devour the dishes and satisfying their taste buds. The feeling of being in the midst of it is really overwhelming.

If you are a sports person like me, you will agree that the BEST way for unity is been through a sports race, event then able to share the Good FOOD together should be the best. You are being rewarded with good food; you are rewarding your body with good food for your hard effort. So GOOD FOOD is often VERY IMPORTANT especially after each Hard Tough Sport Race / Event. 

To all the Sports Event Organizers, please hear our voice here. Kindly take note that Good Food for reward and replenishment is very important to all participants, so do not simply ignore GOOD FOOD as one of the basic and CORE ELEMENT when organizing a Sports Race / Event. Thank you and we can all look forward to better GOOD FOOD to reward as after a Long Hard Tough Race / Event from now onwards.

SPORTS !!!

GOOD FOOD !!!

Only If we could really "Share the Road" ;```(

If we could all really "Share the Road", be responsible and courtesy, we could have avoided many nasty things to happen. This is such a sad morning to receive another bad news that we have lost another fellow cyclist / a loving husband / a caring father. Haven’t these happen not long ago to us? Actually around the world, many many cases happened everyday. Some countries even remember their lost ones with "Ghost Rider White Bicycle" to be in remembrance.

It seems not asking too much when you simply say "Share the Road". But actually how many people who truly care to take action about it? Let's see, many things and options we can do:

1) Simply give chase, drag the driver out, gave him/her a lesson, call police etc. -only creates hatefulness, problem? still unsolved.
2) Start shouting profanity, give driver the finger etc. - only creates hatefulness, problem? Still unsolved.
3) On the Bus “5m safety distance” advertising - well who cares how many meters as long as you don’t block my way!
4) Ride Happy Ride Safe, ride single file, or 2 by 2 in discipline way - you are blocking my way so MOVE, do you think I care?
5) Dress in shiny white safety blinky, wear protective helmet as blink as safe as we can be - well blink as you want, I WANT MY WAY! MOVE ASIDE!!!!
6) OK I gave up, am selling my Roadie!!! - GREAT, so I have the ROAD ALL BY MYSELF. Then don’t blame me for not having enough exercises, go back to your gym or whatever you think I care!!!

My apologies if I sounded Rude & Blunt. But this is a sad reality I seem to have perceived though my outdoor sporting years, hey mind you, mine's not that long, only 5 years in total. But there are just too many stories ended up with deaths and dreadful accidents simply because majority of people who JUST DON'T CARE!!!

In order to change people's attitude, unless is a miracle, a divine intervention by any of our GODs. If not then this takes Time & Proper Education. Rome doesn't create in One Day ok? So please do not expect people will even CHANGE at all no matter how many accidents happened everyday with how many lives lost.

Some cycling clubs resolved to have campaigns like "Campaign for a Lane" the idea is great, with proper bicycle lanes installed, but actually drivers STILL drove onto bicycle lanes! So do you think this is working at all even how many years now this great campaign seems to be going? To me, still much room for improvement.

Unless Government really truly cares about this concept of "Share the Road" with bicycle lanes installed, proper TV, cinemas continuous Educational Program with short clips to teach people "ON the ROAD Courtesy" still takes time to break into the heads of people. Police force really ensures the issuing of traffic safety summons when they spot drivers driving through bicycle lanes, I sincerely hope police force can start to ensure this, if not then why "Campaign for a Lane”? Is this just a Political Propaganda? Since election is coming up, so can they start to do something and carry on with it to not just only cover this period?

“Ride Happy, Ride Safe” – “Share the Road with Courtesy to Everyone” & God Bless. ---- by Sunny Bunny



(Start asking yourself, how many you want to put your fellow cyclists name onto these Ghost Rider Bicycles before you start to behave and practice the essence of “Share the Road” for everyone to enjoy? Remember do not simply React on your emotions, practice courtesy at all times)

BEST Out-Of-Office Notification

I am currently out of the office on vacation.

I know I’m supposed to say that I’ll have limited access to email and won’t be able to respond until I return — but that’s not true. My blackberry will be with me and I can respond if I need to. And I recognize that I’ll probably need to interrupt my vacation from time to time to deal with something urgent.
That said, I promised my wife that I am going to try to disconnect, get away and enjoy our vacation as much as possible. So, I’m going to experiment with something new. I’m going to leave the decision in your hands:

• If your email truly is urgent and you need a response while I’m on vacation, please resend it to interruptyourvacation@[redacted].com and I’ll try to respond to it promptly.
• If you think someone else at [the company] might be able to help you, feel free to email my assistant, and she’ll try to point you in the right direction.

· Otherwise, I’ll respond when I return…
Warm regards,