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Do you shop at Amazon.com? If so, it' easy for you to help SDBC receive donations from Amazon to SDBC. Just use the “Amazon Smile” charitable process in your account. Amazon Smile funnels a small percentage of their eligible purchase revenue to SDBC if you activate Amazon Smile in your account and choose “San Diego Bicycle Club” as the beneficiary nonprofit.
Instead of logging in through "amazon.com" you log-in through “smile.amazon.com.” Very easy to use. It is EXACTLY the same shopping experience. Nothing changes except SDBC receives contributions from Amazon. |
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Membership
Join SDBC or renew your membership online. Visit
the SDBC membership page and click on one of
the three membership options to sign up or
renew online.
Simon Bott-Suzuki
SDBC Membership Director 
Your Membership
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| Upcoming SDBC Events and Rides |
For more information about anything listed below that is not in this weekly update visit the SDBC web site
Board of Directors Meeting 11/3/2020
To be conducted electronically via computer and telephone. Open to the membership & general public. Agenda will be posted online at www.SDBC.org no later than 72 hours before the meeting.
To report any errors or omissions email weekly@sdbc.org.
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2020 SDBC Sponsors
Please support our sponsors. Without them SDBC would not be able to maintain the racing teams and other activities that we have all enjoyed. Visit the sponsors page on the SDBC web site to view more information about each of sponsors or click the logos to go the specific sponsor's web site. |
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For Member Deals on Spinergy Wheels, click here
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UCC will be selling Kickr bikes.
View more info in the Sponsor Spotlight section. |
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The deadline for Weekly Update submissions is Noon on Wednesday. Updates are published on Thursdays. Email submissions to
weekly@sdbc.org Submissions can include anything from
photos to race reports and results, etc.
Classifieds for bikes and cycling related gear can be submitted by any SDBC member. Your add will
run for three weeks. In the event you have not sold your items at the end of three weeks you can re-submit the ad. Email your classified
submissions to weekly@sdbc.org. Please provide any
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| If you are unable to view the Weekly Email Update correctly, you can view an archived copy here.
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| A Note From The Clothing Director |
Stay tuned for the SDBC 75th Aniversary Kit reveal!
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The SDBC Masks are in! Please text or email me and I'll tell you how to pick up your mask and pay for it! or text me on 925.858.0086.
Thank You,
Vali Holroyd
SDBC Clothing Director
vdholroyd@gmail.com
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| SDBC Job Bulletin Board |
Let's Connect!
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Seeking Positions
Positions Available
None this week.
Need a Job?
If you need a job send details to the Weekly Update BEFORE noon Wednesday to be included in the Update blasted on Thursday. Keep it SHORT & SIMPLE - 25 words max. Be sure to include (a) your name and how people can contact you AND (b) a link to your resume or to LinkedIn / Facebook, etc. Send to weekly@sdbc.org.
Have a Job Opening?
Some out-of-work members might be a bit shy about disclosing that...so...if you have a job opening, please send details to the Weekly Update BEFORE noon Wednesday to be included in the Update blasted on Thursday. Keep it SHORT & SIMPLE - 25 words max. Be sure to include (a) how people can contact you AND (b) a link to the job description. Send to weekly@sdbc.org.
Please carefully review what you submit. We will review content only for appropriateness. Please no politics and no profanity. Misspellings and grammatical errors will NOT be corrected.
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| Highlights In this Issue - November 12th, 2020 |
There are messages from several of the SDBC sponsors in the Sponsor Spolight section.
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Select a link from above or on the left to see what else is happening in the weeks ahead.
Be sure to check our website and social media pages for more information.
Please note that when viewing this email using Gmail the message may be clipped - if you do not see the SDBC logo and copyright at the bottom of the email then look for a link at the bottom left of the page to view the entire message. |
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| From the President |
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Nominations for 2021 Officers & Directors at November and December Meetings |
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Club elections will be held at our December 1, 2020 Annual Membership Meeting. All positions are open. As is the Club's tradition, and in accordance with our Bylaws (Section III-C -Election of Officers and Director), a slate of candidates is being created. Most officers & directors are seeking reelection and will appear on the slate UNLESS there are other SDBC members nominated for that position. We will take nominations from the floor at (1) our November 10, 2020 Board of Directors meeting and (2) the December 1st annual Membership Meeting. At the annual meeting, all competitive positions will be pulled from the slate and members will be able to hear from each nominated candidate, and then vote for the candidate of their choice. We encourage all members who want to serve to run for election. The only requirements are (1) you be at least 18 years old, and (2) you are current with your membership dues. If you're interested in running please contact me at president@sdbc.org
Mike McLaughlin
SDBC President
president@sdbc.org
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| A Note From the Special Events Director |
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As a result of a few factors including the Covid19 group meeting rules and the cancellation of most 2020 races , the Board of Directors have decided not to hold an annual banquet in January 2021. That will mean there will be no awards for riders in 2020 either. There is some ongoing discussion about a possible Cyclist of the Year award since the definition of that award is centered on overall contributions to the club, and there have been some significant contributions this year. Alternate ideas about special events for later in the year when things are (hopefully) getting back toward normal are being considered.
A modified Toy Contribution process for the Croc Center in place of the normal Toy Ride is being prepared. Stand by for more information soon.
There will be no fall Club Night for the normal release of the new club kit for 2021. The kit design is almost complete, it looks fabulous and will be released soon. Sizing will be arranged for those who aren't sure what size they would wear.
As are all of you, we are anxiously awaiting the time when we can start regular rides and to schedule special events for the Club.
Rod Stubbs
SDBC Special Events Director
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| A Note From the Training Director |
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Saturday Rides Update |
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As of this week, County of San Diego health orders still prohibit "gatherings." Until we have clearance, the Club's Saturday Rides will remain suspended. The Club will restart the rides as quickly as possible once permitted.
We encourage you to ride your bikes either solo or in very small groups. Some riders have been using UCC as a starting point and riding our usual routes. If you do so, please do not linger and form groups of more than a few cyclists. If you wish to meet cycling friends there, please consider arriving before or after 8:30 to help reduce the number of riders leaving the parking lot at that time, or consider meeting in the vicinity. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Please stay healthy and safe so we can look forward to riding with you again in the future!
Charlie Sykes
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SDBC November Fall Ride and Photo Contest |
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If you've missed our last 2 challenges, then you'll want to make sure to join this one!! Now that the weather has finally cooled down, and that Autumn crispness is in the air, it's time to enjoy some of our favorite Fall rides! So, go ride one or two of your favorites, or explore and make up a new route, and take some pictures along the way! The ride can be road, gravel or MTB with the following requirements listed below. The grand prize winner will receive a $100 gift certificate to Specs Optometry!!
- Minimum 25 miles ride length for road and 15 miles for Gravel or MTB.
- Route must be original and not one of SDBC's Saturday, holiday, or special event routes. You can include some sections of our routes but we want to see something new.
- Include one to three photos capturing the fall theme or something cool on the route.
- Include one sentence as to why you like this route. (Beautiful views of SD beaches, some of the best climbing SD has to offer, etc.)
- Include a link to the route on Strava.
- Email your submission (route link, pics, and 1 sentence about route) by December 2nd to training@sdbc.org and vicepresident@sdbc.org. Maximum two entries per member .
- Winners will be based on the photos and creativity of the route. Extra points for "drawing a picture" with the route. Judging will be by the Training Director and Vice President. Our top ten will be selected and the grand prize will be randomly drawn from the top ten with two additional winners receiving gift cards.
- Must be a SDBC member in good standing to be eligible for prizes.
- By submitting your ride and pics you give us permission to use these on our SDBC website unless you expressly state you don't want them used.
We're looking forward "to seeing" what creative, fun, beautiful rides you come up with! Be safe and enjoy riding in our beautiful county.
Charlie Sykes
SDBC Training Director
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Winners of the October SDBC Strava 600k Challenge |
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Last month 88 cyclists linked to SDBC's Strava group completed the 600 kilometers of Riding in One Month Challenge on Strava. From that group, three lucky SDBC members were selected randomly and will receive a gift card for Eppig Brewing. Our winners for October are:
- Conrad Hibbert
- Steve Maki
- David Pfannenstiel
Congratulations Conrad, Steve, and David! You will be contacted shortly to arrange delivery of your gift card.
If you missed October's Challenge, not to worry, as you still have time to participate in our November Fall Ride and Photo Contest which continues through the end of the month.. Please see information in this weekly Update!
Charlie Sykes
SDBC Training Director
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| A Note From The Bike Coalition Liaison |
SDBC members!
CyclingSavvy is a traffic cycling education program that provides useful information and tips for even highly experienced pro riders, much less everyone else.
If what you learn doesn't save your life or at least help keep you out of the hospital, it will at least help you learn to feel more comfortable and be more safe in all kinds of traffic.
Now you are invited to a FREE one hour CyclingSavvy seminar entitled
Bike Anywhere! An Introduction to Cycling Savvy
on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, 6 PM - 7 PM. It is sponsored by SDBC and several other SoCal clubs. Add it to your calendar now so as not to forget. I look forward to seeing all of you there!
At the time of the webinar you can join with this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8616047704490/WN_B5_UTi-LSEqUXEYzzf1rUA
If you're on Facebook please also sign up via this event link, which would be helpful so they
know how many to expect:
https://www.facebook.com/events/780297506149124
As a bonus, because SDBC is a sponsoring club, all SDBC members will be invited to a follow-up webinar a week later.
Serge Issakov
Bike Coalition liaison
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| Josie Fouts and SDBC Featured on Shimano Website |
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Josie Fouts once again has represented SDBC this time on Shimano's website for an article that covers innovative uses of Shimano's shifters and brake levers for adaptive needs.
Click on the link below to read the article:
https://bike.shimano.com/en-US/information/news/smashing-limits-with-diy-adaptive-tech.html
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| Josie Fouts Record SD Velodrome Photo Essay |
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Back in late August, SDBC Member Josie Fouts broke the 44 year record for the SD Velodrome Hour Record. SDBC Member Willie Sakai has posted a gallery of photos of Josie's phenominal event.
See the gallery below:
https://jadecoastphoto.com/events/velodrome-2020/
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UC Cyclery will soon have the brand new KICKR BIKE in stock!! The KICKR BIKE offers unprecedented innovations such as integrated grade changes, customizable gearing, and simulated shifting to create the most powerful, personalized, and realistic indoor training experience. As soon as it is in stock, we will let the club know. You will have to come see it to believe it! |
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| San Diego Velodrome |
The San Diego Velodrome is open. There are events we would like you to be involved in - check out the calendar at https://www.sdvelodrome.com/calendar
If you would like to "Try the Track" and have never ridden on a velodrome before, there are two opportunities coming up. To comply with Covid-19 restrictions, class size is very limited.
Details at https://data4us.wufoo.com/forms/sdva-sunday-introduction-to-the-velodrome/
Questions? Contact SDBC member Pat Murray at patmurra@gmail.com |
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