• Upcoming SDBC Events and Rides
• SDBC Saturday Ride Status Update
• SDBC Sponsor Spotlight
• SDBC Clothing - 2021 75th Anniversary Club Kit

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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.

For more information about anything listed below that is not in this weekly update visit the SDBC web site

April Board of Directors Meeting 04/13/2021 6:30 pm
To be conducted electronically via computer and telephone. More information available at the top of this edition and on the SDBC Website.

To report any errors or omissions email weekly@sdbc.org.

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2021 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.

For SDBC Member deals on Spinergy Wheels
click here

UCC will be selling Kickr bikes.
View more info in the Sponsor Spotlight section.

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 photos in the original size if possible.

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There are messages from several of the SDBC sponsors in the Sponsor Spotlight Section.

• From the President
• From the Training Director
• From the Membership Director
• From the Community Engagement Director
• UCC Job Opening

Select a link from above or on the left to see what else is happening in the weeks ahead. Note: These links may not work in your email client

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.

In just 9 days we’ll be rolling again! In the beginning there’ll be some changes to how we do things. We hope to be back to near-normal by June 15th, the date Governor Gavin Newsom has set for the “full reopening” of California.

Initial changes include staggered rollouts, masks, and social distancing. And at least for the first week or two - maybe longer - UC Cyclery will be closed so expect no drinks, bananas, or restrooms.

Training Director Charlie Sykes has the specifics below. He’ll tell you the “whats,” and now I‘ll tell you the “whys.”

Everyone MUST understand this: COVID-19 is still with us; it is still killing people. Yes, things ARE getting better: our infection, death, and hospitalization rates are way, way down from 10 weeks ago, the County’s in the Orange tier, and the California Department of Public Health has listed outdoor biking as a permitted activity at all tier levels because of it’s low risk of contact.

Things can keep improving if we’re all smart, and think about those around us. The rollout guidelines help us do that. That’s reason #1.

Reason #2 is that we’re guests in the La Jolla Village Square parking lot. Large groups of cyclists milling around can be a problem for the shopping center, as well as for Dave and the team at UC Cyclery. We’re staggering the rollouts to prevent this. You can help by not showing up more than 20 minutes before your rollout time. If you drove, please stay by your car/truck. If you rode in, please avoid large groups. LISTEN for instructions from the Training Director.

There will NOT be a single, mass announcement period before rollout. When the Training Director calls your group’s rollout time…ROLL OUT! (Roll out means move out onto the streets; it does NOT mean “gather round.”)

We know some of you are not yet ready for group rides. And we know others who are but will only ride with people wearing face coverings, people they know, or with those who have been vaccinated. Whatever you need to do to stay safe we support. We believe there will organically be subgroups rolling out on Saturday mornings. (We aren’t organizing these subgroups, which is why they’re “organic.” And they won’t have ride leaders assigned to them.) We encourage you to find a group you feel comfortable with. Again - you are responsible for you. Do what you need to do.

By working together, and with your understanding and cooperation, we can smoothly restart our rides.

Thank you!

Mike

Mike McLaughlin
SDBC President
president@sdbc.org

Now here’s Charlie Sykes with the details...

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Here’s How...

Be Smart & Considerate

If you are sick or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 - STAY HOME.

If you’re coughing and/or sneezing - STAY HOME.

Masks and social distancing are required.

Do not form large groups.

Stay by your cars/trucks until instructed to form your group.

Take your mask with you on the ride and use it when appropriate.

Do not crowd around the Union Bank ATM or the entrance of UCC.

Arrive no more than 20 minutes before your rollout time.

The A, B, and C Rides will start rolling out at 8:20.

Development Rides will begin rolling out at 8:35.

When your rollout time is called, ROLL OUT!

Complete guidelines can be found on our website: https://www.sdbc.org/20210406-guidlines-for-restarting-saturday-rides

Charlie Sykes
SDBC Training Director
training@sdbc.org

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Have you joined the SDBC team to support cancer research with the Padres Pedal for the Cause event on May 8th?? If not, come join us!! NEW this year there are NO required fundraising minimums! That's right, raise what you can! Sign up at gopedal.org under the SDBC Team for this virtual event, where you set your own challenge distance. They'll be having 3 cheers stations throughout SD County this year (TBD), so you can plan your route around these! It's a great cause, and a great reason to get out and ride! Participation in the event is $49 which includes some cool SWAG.

Hope to see you there!! We have a team page! Click here. to check it out. If you'd like to volunteer to be the SDBC Captain, you'll help send weekly info out, encourage goal-setting and give out fundraising awards. Email Hilary - murdockh@gmail.com.

Hilary Murdock
SDBC Community Engagement Director
murdockh@gmail.com

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SDBC is moving to electronic membership cards. From today, you can access your electronic Membership Card by logging into your account at www.SDBC.org. Go to Members/My Account and then click on the Membership Card tab. Please present this electronic card on your smartphone to receive discounts at our sponsors and for attendance at club events. Physical cards will remain valid through the expiry date.

Simon Bott-Suzuki
Membership Director
membership@sdbc.org

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2021 SDBC Kit Design

Jersey Front	Bib Front
Jersey Back	Bib Back

Our SDBC 75th Anniversary socks will be in stock soon! If you have not ordered your Pactimo 75th Anniversary kit, do so today! If you have any questions about the fit of the kit, please send me a message before you place your order. The items you order are custom and are not able to be returned or exchanged.

Cheers,
Vali Holroyd
SDBC Clothing Director
clothing@sdbc.org

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SDBC Member Exclusive Discounts on Spinergy Wheels

Spinergy offers some great deals reserved for SDBC members only
Visit www.Spinergy.com and login with
Username: SDBC20
Password: PBOteam20!
to view current offers. You must provide your current SDBC Membership card and a photo ID for these Spinergy deals.

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UC Cyclery has an opening for a Full-Time Sales Associate and Full- Time Mechanic!

UC Cyclery is looking for a full-time sales associate as well as a full-time mechanic. These positions are available asap. If you or someone you know is passionate about bikes, wants to work in a fun, fast-paced team environment, and is savvy in everything bike-related (can be on road or off-road) please contact Vali Holroyd at vdholroyd@gmail.com. UCC will offer a gift card to a member referring a candidate who is hired, and has a retention of at least 90 days.

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