Cycling Quarterly Fall 2016

SOUTH FLORIDA

Everything Cycling in South Florida Where to Ride

• Detailed Tri-County Map

Complete Listings • Weekly Rides • Bike Shops • Events/Festivals • Clubs/Organizations

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Inside This Issue

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Letter from the Publisher

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Three Feet!

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Bike Shorts

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What’s Bike Polo All About?

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CQ Focus: Frank Stark Ride

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Charity Rides Enhance Your View of Cycling and Yourself 10 Training Wheels

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Listings: Weekly Rides

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Listings: Bike Shops

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Listings: Events/Festivals

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Listings: Clubs/Organizations 25

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Spotlight on Bike Clubs

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Cycle Speak

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Publisher Michael Gale Public Relations Director Mariah Reed

Managing Editor Judy Borich Editor Susan Bryant

Production Manager Bruce Borich

Ad Designer Gary Davidson

Ride Editor John Bolgrien Advisory Board Fillipo Schmidt Barbieri, Mark Dennin, Kevin Grimes, Paul Hoffman, Gavaskar Josephs, Eve L. Mart, Karrie Norberg, Dan Polozano, John Preston CYCLING QUARTERLY LLC 1007 N. Federal Hwy., #383 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 1-844-CQ-SOFLA (1-844-277-6352) info@cyclingquarterly.com www.cyclingquarterly.com The information in this magazine is intended to describe and depict bicycle groups and bicycle events. The information provided is not warranted to be current or free from error, although efforts have been made to be so. It is the responsibility of the person or persons who utilize this information to know applicable laws, wear necessary protective gear, not take risks beyond their level of experience, aptitude, training, and comfort level, and to ensure their bicycle is in proper working condition and is well-maintained, and that all locations are safe to ride. When visiting and/or riding the described areas, Cycling Quarterly, LLC assumes no responsibility for death or injuries that may occur or fines that may be imposed, or for any disruption, loss or damage caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause.

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There it was on Christmas morning, 1961. A bicycle.

Sure, I had bicycles before—rusty hand-me-downs and ones I put together out of old parts. But this was a brand new—a gift from my grandmother.

Fast forward to Christmas 2007 when I bought my first mountain bike from Mat Swinehart at Bicycle Evolution in Fort Lauderdale. He hooked me up with a helmet, tubes and pump, and out I went to Oleta River State Park’s bike trails.

I discovered a meet-up group that tooled around town but soon thirsted for more. I searched, but the rides were either the same beach-cruiser types or high-speed road cyclists in spandex with carbon bikes. Hmmm…

Now with nine years of road and offroad experience, I still hear, “Where’s a good ride?”

Cycling Quarterly was conceived as an accessible and portable directory of rides, bike shops, clubs and events. It’s a ride guide to South Florida cycling.

While most listing items are obvious, some may need further explanation, which is why we have included a legend and some tips to use the listings. What is important is that it works for all cyclists, so please let us hear from you. Pedals up!

—Michael Gale

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"Three feet!"

Photos: Bruce Borich

“The driver of a vehicle overtaking a bicycle or other nonmotorized vehicle must pass the bicycle or other nonmotorized vehicle at a safe distance of not less than 3 feet between the vehicle and the bicycle or other nonmotorized vehicle.”

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yclists refer to this statute as the three feet law. Florida added this law in 2006, but the state has made little effort to educate motorists about it and has done even less to enforce it.

A minimum driving distance of three feet from cyclists helps protect them from dangers such as side-view mirror collisions or wind from a vehicle pushing them over. Cyclists also require space to maneuver to avoid a pothole or road debris. If drivers aren’t able to allow three feet at a certain moment, they should slow down and wait to pass the cyclist when it’s safe.

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It’s important we raise awareness about the law and to promote safe cycling in Florida, as the state has been named one of the deadliest in the country for cyclists. Jacksonville and Miami have among the highest commuting fatalities, according to the 2016 Benchmarking Report published by the Alliance for Biking & Walking.

The law goes unenforced all too often. For example, police don’t usually issue a citation for a violation because they must witness it. Even when a driver hits a cyclist from behind—evidence of the violation—police often don’t cite the driver because they didn’t actually see it happen.

Only 500 citations were handed out in Florida in 2014 for violating the three-feet law, according to an April 3, 2015, report in the Fort Myers News-Press. Of those, only eight were found guilty.

Obviously, handing out tickets isn’t necessarily the answer to safer roads, but it could help make drivers aware of the law, which would increase safety.

It’s just not enough for cyclists to scream, “Three feet!” at a car passing too close.

More and more people these days are riding for exercise and commuting.

However, the fear of injury inhibits many others from mounting their bikes or from riding more often.

The three-feet law helps assert to motorists that cyclists are indeed entitled to space on the roadway, but it needs stricter enforcement to facilitate safety.

—Jackie Shellow and Penny Lawrence

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Bike Shorts Fuel up before pedals up

Whether riding at first light or at sunset, it’s important to juice up your tank before heading out. Some cyclists eat packaged goos or gels while others prefer homemade snacks, such as peanut butter and jelly.

Local triathlete Luis Vargas swears by a bowl of oatmeal before morning rides, and tri regulars Jackie Shellow and Penny Lawrence bring along a banana. Chocolate milk is another favorite to provide quick-burning carbs and protein to repair muscles, Delray Beach cyclist Paul Hoffman says.

Adhere to the rules

“Every person propelling a vehicle by human power has all of the rights and all of the duties applicable to the driver of any other vehicle,” Florida law states. Stopping at red lights, clearly signaling before turning and observing right-of-ways are critical for safety. If a motorist appears angry with you, don’t forget there could be a valid reason. Mutual respect between drivers and cyclists facilitates fewer accidents.

Rent a bike

Have you tried the bike-sharing system offering rental bikes around the tri-county area? As an option to gas-powered vehicles, this 5-year-old effort seems to be a positive step in that direction.

In addition to Broward County, bike sharing is available in West Palm Beach and downtown Miami. After checking out a bike with a credit card at one of the stations, the first 30 minutes are advertised as free.

Check out SkyBikeWpb.com for West Palm Beach, BrowardBCycle. com for Broward County and CitiBikeMiami.com for Miami.

Be vigilant beyond basics

Cyclists are extremely exposed on the street. Beyond the basics, cyclists need to be extra vigilant on the road. Just as motorcyclists do, bicyclists need to keep in mind that motorists are inclined not to notice them. Cyclists should conduct themselves as if they’re invisible.

Cyclists also must cope with different hazards than motorists. Is there sand on the road? Road-repair steel plates across the street? Wet crosswalk lines? These hazards don’t impact cars, but these slippery spots can spin a cyclist onto the ground in an instant.

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What’s Bike Polo All About?

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icycle polo’s origins date back to 1891 in Ireland. Modeled after horse polo, six-men teams played on grass courts.

After the 1908 Summer Olympics featured bike polo as a demonstration sport, it grew throughout the 20th century. Seattle bike messengers reinvented the modern hard-court version in 1999 as a fun way to pass time between deliveries.

They redefined the rules using street hockey balls and mallets crafted from ski poles and plastic pipes. The goal posts were two orange cones set to the width of a bike. A goal had to be hit with the round end of the mallet.

Each team was limited to three players so the game wouldn’t become chaotic. If a player’s feet touched the ground, they had to tap the center court line before returning to play.

When I started playing, I became addicted. At first, I put my foot down often and sometimes fell, but the skills eventually became intuitive. It wasn’t long before I was making good shots, controlling my bike with one hand and having a lot of fun. Wearing safety equipment reduces the intimidation factor.

As a co-ed sport, it’s evolved to skill-based strategy and less contact oriented, which fosters an equal playing field.

The sport is played in more than 50 countries with more than 500 clubs.

North American Hardcourt organizes tournaments and establishes official

Mike Blu in control while Dan Polozano and Felipe Rendon chase him down in a match at Holiday Park.

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rules. Regional qualifying tournaments funnel in to national and world championships.

In October 2013, Weston held the world championship. Locally, there are two clubs. Fort Lauderdale plays from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Thursdays in Holiday Park, 1150 G. Harold Martin Drive. Palm Beach Bike Polo meets from 9 a.m. to noon Sundays at Caloosa Park, 1300 SW 35th Ave., Boynton Beach. (On Facebook, check out Fort Lauderdale Bike Polo and Palm Beach Hardcourt Bike Polo.) Beginners are welcome. Just bring a bike, and they’ll loan you a mallet and help you learn.

Polo bicycles are the Mad Max mutants of the cycling world. Although the game has become more refined, the rugged polo bike often looks beaten and bruised, covered in stickers and battle scars from mallet hacks.

Durability and a tight turning radius are the priorities for a polo bike, in contrast to weight and aerodynamics for road bikes. Steel frames with track geometry work well. Front fork-only brakes allow players to pivot and change directions quickly. Adjusting the gear ratio is also important. Polo demands a lot of braking, so acceleration is key. For example, a single-speed gear ratio between 1.5 and 1.8 is ideal. Short, straight handlebars allow players the clearance to swing their mallets. Some players choose to ride fixed gear or with clipless pedals. Flat pedals and a free wheel are the easiest for most beginners. Decorated wheel covers made of corrugated plastic protect the spokes and prevent hard shots from squeezing through. — Dan Polozano

Photos: Judy Borich Left to right, Jason Laks, Felipe Rendon, Jason Farthing, Bradley Kong (kneeling), Dan Polozano, Brandon Webb, Mike Blu, Kollin Keetch, Rydel Deed and Wayman Luy pose after a match at Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale on July 7, 2016

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CQ Focus On July 17, 2016 Cycling Quarterly covered the Frank Stark Ride as the 27-year tradition continued. It once again featured a scenic ride along the Atlantic coast from Boca Raton to the mansions in Palm Beach. The proceeds from this unique ride benefit many national charities and bicycle advocacy groups on local, state, and national levels. Here are some moments captured by CQ photographers.

Above right: One of the many teams to participate was Galiz from Broward County.

Lower right: The 26mile group ride lined up to participate in this year’s Frank Stark Ride, which started at Boca Raton City Hall.

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Above: The ride down A1A was spectacular.

Left: A thumbsup for the CQ photographer as everyone enjoys the ride.

Photos: Bruce Borich/Cycling Quarterly South Florida

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Charity Rides Enhance Your View of Cycling and Yourself

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n April, I had the honor of serving as a ride marshal for the Young Survival Coalition’s inaugural Tour de Pink South, a three-day, 200-mile ride that raises money to ensure that no young woman faces breast cancer alone.

Many charities raise money and awareness through cycling events such as this. The charity plans the route, carries your gear and typically provides support services, accommodations and food. Marshals act as ambassadors on the road, encouraging safe cycling and providing support to participants.

I’m a fairly seasoned cyclist who averages from 8,000 to 10,000 miles a year. Living in Aventura, my local rides are mostly down to South Beach and Midtown or up to Fort Lauderdale. I’ve participated in a number of charity rides on the weekends through a variety of local and national organizations.

But this event was unique with about 100 cyclists who traveled from all over the country to ride from Orlando down Florida’s east coast to Jupiter.

Every rider seemed to be a breast cancer survivor or friends or family of a survivor—or casualty to breast cancer.

I, too, am a breast cancer survivor. So, no doubt, I felt connected to the cause and everyone there, strong and resilient. While this was an inaugural event in Florida, many riders had participated in the coalition’s Tour de Pink West in California and/or East Coast events. In fact, I rode all three days with a special lady logging her 13th coalition event, with two more this fall to celebrate surviving nine years.

But every rider had a story to be told, heard and shared, of course. Some were almost too much to bear, but an overwhelming sense of camaraderie, joy and celebration prevailed. We called ourselves a family, and it’s clear Tour de Pink is forging lifelong bonds and friendships.

As a marshal, I spent most of the weekend helping others. Although I’m a breast cancer survivor, it occurred to me that I’m a cyclist first. Right, wrong or indifferent, I’m glad I don’t view myself as a cancer survivor above all else. Yes, it has enhanced me as a person, but it has detracted nothing. I’m still the smart, funny, sarcastic and occasionally dramatic woman, with just a bit more grit and toughness now.

So the next time you see a flier at a bike shop

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Eve Mart, Eva Wirth, Heather Sullivan and Monica Betancourt at the Young Survival Coalition’s inaugural Tour de Pink South, a three-day, 200-mile ride to raise money for breast cancer awareness. or hear a radio advertisement for a charity cycling event, consider joining.

The experience is extremely fun, rewarding and motivational. Many cyclists discover they can ride much farther than ever imagined, propelled by the surrounding energy, excitement, encouragement and cheers.

A big party or celebration usually concludes a ride, which boosts the sense of accomplishment and pride even more. It’s simply amazing to witness hundreds of people lined up, raising money and awareness to improve someone’s quality of life. Indeed, these types of events draw out the greatness of mankind.

I will be hosting an annual charity cycling event this fall, benefiting the Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative. It will begin in Markham Park at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 2. For more information, email me at evelmart@ hotmail.com.

—Eve Mart Cycling Quarterly South Florida

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Training Wheels How to change a flat tire on a road bike

As a relative newbie to the road cycling world, I’m proud to be among the ranks exploring and loving bike riding. At first, I was completely ignorant and made every mistake possible. So now I hope to help other rookies get stronger and feel safer on the road by sharing my own challenges.

When I started riding three years ago, I found a fantastic urban ride in Hollywood with friendly cyclists who provided support and a wealth of great advice. Before long, I looked forward to the weekly rides to get stronger and make friends.

One night, I discovered a flat tire when I was prepping my bike for the group ride. What to do? Play the helpless, clueless female to coax the savvy men in the group to fix it for me?

No. My inner feminist revolted and pushed me to YouTube.

I found multiple videos outlining the steps to change the tire. One seemed thorough, but the first step worried me. Why, oh why, did it have to be the back tire? Anyone with a modicum of cycling experience knows the back tire is the enigma, at least for a newbie. How could I disengage the tire from that other stuff? (Tips: Keep hand wipes nearby and learn the parts of your bike.)

The video said to loosen the brake on the back tire. Huh, what brake lock?

I didn’t even know it existed. I loosened the wheel’s quick release. The wheel popped off as I pulled back and down on the rear derailer cage. Cool!

Next step: Use levers to loosen the tire from the rim. Levers? Hmmmm.

The lever on the screen resembled a cheese knife. I had a cheese knife in my kitchen drawer, and yeah, it sort of worked. Sort of. (Tip: Buy levers at bike shops or online.)

When I wrestled one side of the tire off the rim, I easily reached inside and extracted the offending tube. Some veterans would have searched for the source of the leak in the tube and fixed it, but I was twenty minutes Gear to change a flat: in and didn’t want to miss my • Levers ride, so I just grabbed a new tube.

• Tubes (Tip: Keep extra tubes on hand.

The best and least expensive • Tires tubes are available online.)

• Hand wipes After slightly inflating the • Bike patch kit to fix tubes new tube for ease of handling, I • Tire pump inserted the tube’s air valve into

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Basic tire repairing tools: a tube, levers, a patch kit. Try this at home first. the valve hole and tucked the rest of the tube under the loosened tire into the rim cavity. Then I tucked the tire edges back into the rim around the wheel’s circumference. I avoided pinching the tube between the rim and tire so the tube didn’t pop upon inflation. I positioned the wheel back into place, tightened the quick release and locked the brake. Finally, I added air to the tire.

I checked the time: 40 minutes to change my first flat. And I looked like I was wearing black gloves. (Tip: Clean your bike at least once a week.)

I did, indeed, miss my ride that night, but I felt humbled and wiser.

Many bike shops offer maintenance classes, but nonprofit organizations will teach you for free. For example, the Magic City Bicycle Collective in Miami promotes free instruction at magiccitybicyclecollective.com and on its Facebook page.

You’ll feel empowered by riding better educated. Above all, ride safe.

—Mariah Reed Cycling Quarterly South Florida

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USING THIS DIRECTORY Our Weekly Rides listings are one of the main reasons I started this magazine. “Where’s a good ride?” is a question I often hear, so I’ve provided a resource to answer it. Please let us know about rides we may have missed.

These established rides are open to new riders. Listed times can be the actual departure time, so always arrive early, introduce yourself and ask questions. Rating skill levels can be challenging, so it’s best to expect the level to be faster than cited. Always wear a helmet and obey the rules of the road. Attaching a rear blinking light is a good idea, and a headlight at night is the law.

Our listings are organized in four sections: Weekly Rides, Bike Shops, Events/Festivals and Clubs/ Organizations. Ride details include: DAY: Weekly Ride calendar starts on a Saturday and ends on Friday.

TIME: The time the ride starts is the first item in the listing.

DROP/NO DROP: If you have a mechanical issue or can’t keep up during a drop ride, you’re on your own.

During a no-drop ride, the group will not leave you behind.

SKILL LEVEL: Color-coded arrows indicate the maximum speed or average speed.

CONTACT INFO: If contact info is not available, take a shot and show up. There’s a good chance there will be riders unless weather interferes.

MAP LOCATOR: Geographic position of the ride on our foldout map.

I’m sure you’ll find rides, meet new riders and have fun. If a ride doesn’t suit your taste, try another. That’s what I did — and made some great friends. Keep pushing those pedals! —Michael Gale

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Weekly Rides Broward County Saturday 7 a.m., Alligator Cycling, Road, various miles, ➜, ➜, Drop, 10426 Taft St., Pembroke Pines, large group ride, strict cycling etiquette, no tri bikes, no aerobars, 954-964-8586 1 7 a.m., Cove Ride, Road, 60 miles, ➜, Drop, 1560 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, The Cove Shopping Center, ride is A1A north, pickup ride location 2 7 a.m., CSP Express, Road, 40 miles, ➜, ➜, Drop, 6001 Coral Ridge Drive, Parkland, Walmart parking lot northwest section, cspexpress.com 3 7 a.m., Camp Amistad Saturday Ride, Road, 33 miles, ➜,➜, No Drop, 15810 W. State Road 84, Sunrise, Westgate Shopping Center, zMotion group, all levels, meetup. com/CampAmistad 4 7:30 a.m., Galiz Cycling, Road, 45 miles, ➜,➜, Drop, 4700 S. Flamingo Road , Cooper City, Walmart parking lot, galizcyclingteam.com 5 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial Carlos Ride, Road, 55 miles, ➜, Drop, 1901 SW 172nd Ave., Miramar, Memorial West Hospital, teammemorial.com 6 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial Classic Ride, Road, 50-55 miles, ➜,➜, No Drop, 5900 SW 160th Ave., Southwest Ranches, Hawkes Bluff Elementary, northeast corner of Dykes and Sterling roads, teammemorial.com 7

LEGEND Ride Type: Road Mountain Track Hybrid

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Skill Level: ➜ 24+ mph (A+) ➜ 21-24 mph (A) ➜ 17-21 mph (B) ➜ 14-17 mph (C) ➜ 12-14 mph (D) Listing key: Colored arrows indicate skill level in the legend. “No Drop” indicates assistance so the cyclist can continue. “Drop” indicates no assistance and the ride will continue without the cyclist. The numbers in the boxes correspond to the rides indicated on the foldout map.

The numbers in the circles correspond to bike shops on the foldout map.

7:30 a.m., Team Memorial 101 Weston Warriors, Road, 35 miles, ➜, No Drop, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston, Weston Regional Park, corner Saddle Club and South Post roads across from Weston YMCA, teammemorial. com 8 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial 2.0 Weston Warriors, Road, 40 miles, ➜,➜, No Drop, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston, Weston Regional Park, corner Saddle Club and South Post roads, across from Weston YMCA, teammemorial. com 9

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8 a.m., Big Wheel, Road, 15 miles, ➜,➜, Drop, 7035 Taft St., Hollywood, bigwheelusa.com 10 9 a.m., Performance Beginner Ride, Road, 14 miles, ➜, No Drop, 1201 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, Performance Bicycle Shop, distance may vary depending on group, speed and conditions, performancebike.com/bike-shop/ store/fortlauderdale, 954-4002400 11 Sunday 7 a.m., CSP Express, Road, 60 miles ➜,➜,➜, Drop, 6001 Coral Ridge Drive , Coral Springs, Walmart parking lot northwest section, cspexpress.com 12 7 a.m., Mike’s Ride Weekend, Road, 30 miles, ➜,➜, Drop, 101 Commercial Blvd., Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 101 Ocean, small group of advanced riders 13 7 a.m., Camp Amistad Levee Ride, Mountain, various miles, ➜,➜, Drop, 15810 W. State Road 84, Sunrise, Westgate Shopping Center, zMotion group, meetup.com/CampAmistad 14 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial Carlos Ride, Road, 42 miles, ➜, Drop, 1901 SW 172nd Ave., Miramar, Memorial West Hospital, teammemorial.com 15 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial Classic Ride, Road, 38–42 miles, ➜, ➜, No Drop, 5900 SW 160th Ave., Southwest Ranches, Hawkes Bluff Elementary, northeast corner of Dykes and Sterling roads, teammemorial.com 16

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7:30 a.m., Weston Warriors Team Memorial 101, Road, 35 miles, ➜, No Drop, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston, Weston Regional Park, corner Saddle Club and South Post roads across from Weston YMCA, teammemorial.com 17 7:30 a.m., Weston Warriors Team Memorial 2.0, Road, 35 miles, ➜,➜, No Drop, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston, Weston Regional Park, corner Saddle Club and South Post roads across from Weston YMCA, teammemorial. com 18 7:30 a.m., South Broward Wheelers, Road, 40 miles ➜,➜,➜, Drop, 1393 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise, Lester’s Diner, 19 7:30 a.m., Trek Bicycle Shop, Road, 22 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 1621 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, Trek Bike Shop, trekbikesflorida.com 20 7:30 a.m., Galiz Cycling, Road, 45 miles,➜,➜, Drop, 4700 S. Flamingo Road, Cooper City, Walmart parking lot, galizcyclingteam.com 21 7:30 a.m., Weston Flyers Cartel, Road, 42 miles, ➜, Drop, 1675 Market St., Weston, Weston Town Center, very fast advanced ride 22 8 a.m., Big Wheel, Road,40 miles, ➜, Drop, 7035 Taft St., Hollywood, bigwheelusa.com 23 8 a.m., FVA Florida Velodrome Association, Track, laps, ➜, 9501 Sheridan St., Cooper City, Brian Piccolo Sports Park, training for national and international events, 954-357-5160 24 Monday 8 a.m., South Broward Wheelers, Road, 24-32 miles, ➜,➜, No Drop, 2621 N. Hiatus Road,

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Hollywood, Bogart’s Bagels parking lot, northeast corner of Hiatus Road and Sheridan Street, southbrowardwheelers.com 25 8 p.m., Monday Night Prohibition Ride, Road, Mountain, Hybrid, 15 miles,➜, No Drop, 450 SW seventh Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, Cooley’s Landing Marina, ends at Tap 42, meetup.com/ SoFlaBikeClub 26 Tuesday 6 a.m., Mike’s Ride, Road, 36 miles,➜, Drop, 5216 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, one block north of Commercial Boulevard. on U.S, 1, small fast group 27 7:30 a.m., Le parcours de JeanClaude, Road, laps,➜,➜,➜, No Drop, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise, Markham Park, group sprints 28 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial Jorge Pena, Road, 35 miles,➜, ➜, Drop, 1617 SW 178th Ave., Pembroke Pines, Boater’s Park, small group,teammemorial.com 29 5:30 p.m., CSP Express, Road, 30 miles,➜,➜,➜, No Drop, 6001 Coral Ridge Drive, Parkland, Walmart parking lot northwest section,CSPExpress.com 30 5:45 p.m., Big Wheel, Mountain, one lap, 3169 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach, Oleta River State Park, single track with technical features, all level trails, bigwheelusa.com 31 6 p.m., Camp Amistad Tuesday Night Ride, Road, laps,➜,➜, No Drop, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise,Markham Park, laps inside park, meet at the boat launch, weekdays no park fee 32 6 p.m., Team Memorial, Road, 20 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 6503 N.

Ocean Drive , Dania Beach, Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, ride inside park, out and back laps, teammemorial.com 33 6 p.m., Dump Ride, Road, 22 miles,➜, Drop, 4001 SW 142nd Ave., Davie, Vista View Park, fast ride with experienced riders 34 6:45 p.m., Taco Tuesday, Road,➜, Drop, 4443 Lyons Road , Coconut Creek, The Promenade, fast ride every Tuesday except the last Tuesday of the month is a slower ride 35 6:45 p.m., Levee Training, Mountain, 30 miles,➜,➜,➜, Drop, 15972 W. State Road 84, Sunrise, out and back, off-road, sturdy hybrid suitable, lights and helmet required 36 7 p.m., Big Wheel, Road, 15 miles,➜, Drop, 7035 Taft St., Hollywood, Big Wheel Bicycle Shop, bigwheelusa.com 37 7 p.m., Ft. Lauderdale Urban Ride, Road, Mountain, Hybrid, 22 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 201 NE fifth Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, War Memorial Auditorium, structured ride all levels, meetup.com/ SoFlaBikeClub 38 Wednesday 6 a.m., CSP Express, Road, 30 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 6001 Coral Ridge Drive , Parkland, Walmart parking lot northwest section, run component, CSPExpress.com 39 6 a.m., Downtown Bicycle, Road, 27 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 2571 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, downtownbicycles.com 40 8 a.m., South Broward Wheelers, Road, 24-32 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 2621 N. Hiatus Road, Hollywood, Bogart’s Bagels

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46 41 64 81 59 59 83 96

Coral Gables

Miami International Airport

82 97

NW 22 Ave Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens Matheson Hammock Park Chapman Field Park

89 91 76 60 75 104 55 60

61

Charles Deering Estate

Biscayne National Park

99

1

Palmetto Bay

94 40 90 80 86 874 92 Pinecrest 49 101 47 70

821

Zoo Miami

SW 184 St

1

SW 67 Ave

62 102 66 87 93

SW 137 Ave

SW 120 St

SW 147 Ave SW 232 St

SW 157 Ave

N

S

10 Miles

E

To Everglades National Park

41

79

SW 152 St

69 72 58

88 62 103

826

71 48

Doral Golf Course

Hialeah Gardens Doral Park

836

SW 24 St

SW 54 St SW 72 St

989

824

992

85

924

69 68

Hialeah

Amelia Earhart Park

52

61

Flagler St

65

77

73

836 63

50 36

44

95

395

195

Miami Miami Shores

54 78 35 95 57

Indian Creek Village

Bal Harbour

A1A Surfside

W

Miami Beach

53

North Bay Village

56

Cape Florida State Park

Virginia Key

A1A 107 42 Miami 43 913

100

Crandon Park

Key Biscayne

Coconut Grove

63

46 41 64 81 59 59 83 96

Coral Gables

Miami International Airport

82 97

NW 22 Ave Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens Matheson Hammock Park Chapman Field Park

89 91 76 60 75 104 55 60

61

Charles Deering Estate

Biscayne National Park

99

1

Palmetto Bay

94 40 90 80 86 874 92 Pinecrest 49 101 47 70

821

Zoo Miami

SW 184 St

1

SW 67 Ave

62 102 66 87 93

SW 137 Ave

SW 120 St

SW 147 Ave SW 232 St

SW 157 Ave

N

S

10 Miles

E

75

27

17 18 8 9

Weston

19 32 34 2

34 51

28

75

46

Markham 52 Park 49 36 32 28

14 4 26

55

16 7

6

15

22 45

Southwest Ranches

29

Broward County Miami-Dade County 75

43

869

15

9

Margate Atlantic Blvd

441

Taft St

North

95

30 95

17

29

Pompano Beach

By-The-Sea

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Fort Lauderdale

Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park

Haulover Park

Golden Beach

A1A

A1A

27 48 24 13 Lauderdale 11

Oakland 19 Park

West Lake Park

21 16 1 33 50 53 44

SE 17 St

Las Olas

10 38 58 33

47

Lazy 11 27 Lake Sunrise 20 18 40

26

6

25

Hollywood

Hallandale Beach

74 67

38 98 84 68 37 39Oleta31River 51 State Park 1

North Miami 45 Beach

Pembroke Rd

441

North Lauderdale

Broward Blvd

Lauderdale TRNPK Lakes

Tamarac

Sunrise

14 595

Griffin Rd

8 54 37 10 23

Miramar

TRNPK

Pembroke Pines

1 13

24 42 57

15

Cooper City

5 21 Sterling Rd

56 25 41

Sheridan St

3 Pines Blvd

Miramar Pkwy

823 826

Ly

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44

Loxahatchee

Seminole Pratt Whitney Rd

710

Wellington

67

98

PGA Blvd

Okeechobee Blvd

Northlake Blvd

66

126 131

64

TRNPK

Dyer Park

81 65

77

95

Jupiter

704 74

Southern Blvd

Forest Hill Blvd

Hypoluxo Rd

82

73

North Palm

120 123 129 113 Juno 79 Beach

1

1

125

89 84

Palm Beach

West Palm Beach

Palm Beach Shores

83 Beach

Riviera Beach

Magnolia Park

69

80

Lake Worth

South Palm Beach

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parking lot, northeast corner of Hiatus Road and Sheridan Street, southbrowardwheelers.com 41 5 p.m., FVA Florida Velodrome Assoc., Track, laps,➜, 9501 Sheridan St., Cooper City, Brian Piccolo Sports Park, youth cycling session $25 monthly, Jose Basulto 305-496-3033 42 6 p.m., South Broward Wheelers, Road, 25 miles,➜,➜,➜, No Drop, 4401 S. Flamingo Road, Davie, northwest corner Flamingo and Griffin roads, Dunkin’ Donuts, 43 6 p.m., Lee’s Group Ride, Road, laps,➜,➜, No Drop, 619 E. Dania Beach Blvd., Hollywood, Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, 954-925-5157 44 6:15 p.m., Memorial Weston Warriors, Road, 25 miles,➜, Drop, 1601 Promenade Blvd., Weston, Publix at Weston Town Center, teammemorial.com 45 7:45 p.m., WOW Ride, Road, 25 miles,➜, No Drop, 2201 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, University Drive and Royal Palm Blvd., Publix parking lot, ride through north Coral Springs and Parkland, lights required 46 8 p.m., BiciHangeo, Road, Mountain, Hybrid, 10 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 400 SW second Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, Esplanade Park, social ride 47 Thursday 6 a.m., Mike’s Ride, Road, 36 miles,➜, Drop, 5216 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, one block north of Commercial Blvd. on US1, small fast group of regular riders 48 8 a.m., Le parcours de JeanClaude, Road, 40 miles,➜,➜,

➜, Drop, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise, Markham Park boat launch lot, regroups at intervals 49 6 p.m., Team Memorial, Road, 20 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 6503 N. Ocean Drive, Dania Beach, Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, teammemorial.com 50 6 p.m., Dump Ride, Road, 22 miles,➜, Drop, 4001 SW 142nd Ave., Davie, Vista View Park, very fast ride 51 6 p.m., Camp Amistad Thursday Night Ride, Road, laps,➜,➜, No Drop, 16001 W. State Road 84,Sunrise, Markham Park boat launch lot, laps inside Markham park, weekdays no park fee 52 6:45 p.m., Hollywood Urban, Road, Mountain, 19 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 300 E. Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach, Winn-Dixie Plaza, lights and helmet required, good starter ride 53 7 p.m., Big Wheel, Road, 15 miles,➜, Drop, 7035 Taft St., Hollywood, bigwheelusa.com 54 Friday 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial Jorge Pena, Road, 35 miles,➜,➜, Drop, 1617 SW 178th Ave., Pembroke Pines, Boater’s Park, small fast group, teammemorial. com 55 8 a.m., South Broward Wheelers, Road, 24-32 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 2621 N. Hiatus Road, Hollywood, Bogart’s Bagels parking lot, northeast corner of Hiatus Road and Sheridan Street, southbrowardwheelers.com 56 5 p.m., FVA Florida Velodrome Association, Track, laps,➜,➜,➜, 9501 Sheridan St., Cooper City, Brian Piccolo Sports Park, youth cycling session

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$25 monthly, Jose Basulto 305496-3033 57 6:30 p.m., Critical Mass, Road, Mountain, Hybrid, 12 miles, ➜,➜,➜, Drop, 700 NE eighth St., Ft. Lauderdale, War Memorial Auditorium, massive ride, last Friday of every month 58

Miami-Dade County Saturday 6:30 a.m., Bells Bicycle, Road, 50-60 miles,➜, 1951 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach, ride to Key Biscayne 68 6:45 a.m., Sun Cycling, Road, 4050 miles,➜, 132 Hialeah Drive, Hialeah, 305-883-4338 65 7 a.m., All 4 Cycling Tempo Ride, Road, 55-65 miles,➜, 1180 S. Dixie Highway, Coral Gables 63 7 a.m., City Bikes, Road, Various, ➜,➜, 20335 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura, distance and speed vary, 305-682-8889 67 7 a.m., Elite Cycling, Road, 40 miles,➜, 13108 S. Dixie Highway, Miami, last Saturday of the month, 786-242-3733 70 7 a.m., GM Bikes, Road, 41-53 miles,➜, 9160 NW 122nd St., Miami, ride through Hialeah Gardens, Medley and Doral, 305824-4999 62 7:30 a.m., Casa Larios, Road, 5065 miles,➜, 5859 SW 73rd St., South Miami 60 7:30 a.m., City Hall, Road, 26-28 miles,➜,➜,➜, 3500 Pan American Drive, Coconut Grove, three to four groups ride south 59 7:30 a.m., Doral Cycling Club, Road, 35 miles,➜, NW 114th Avenue and NW 58th Street, Miami, doralcyclingclub.com 69

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7:30 a.m., Kendall Lakes, Road, 62-75 miles,➜, SW 68th Street and 143rd Avenue, Miami 66 7:30 a.m., Pinecrest Elementary, Road, 40 miles,➜, 10250 SW 57th Ave., Pinecrest, hammer ride to Key Biscayne 61 7:30 a.m., Velosport Cycling Club, Bike Tech, Road, 27 miles,➜,➜, 2220 SW 22nd St., Miami, ride to Key Biscayne, velosportcyclingclub.com 64

Monday 4 p.m., El Hueco, Road, 2.7 miles, ➜,➜, SW 117th Avenue and 97th Street, Doral, loop Flagler Station 80 4:30 p.m., Kendall Lakes, Road, 28-40 miles,➜, SW 68th Street and 143rd Avenue, Miami , 4-mile loop of Miccosukee Golf & Country Club 79 8:30 p.m., Magic Mondays, Road, miles, various miles,➜, 2780 SW 27th Ave., Miami, ride through

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Sunday 6:30 a.m., Cycle World, Road, 40-80 miles,➜, 8476 Bird Road, Miami, distance depends on the group, 305-221-2123 71 7 a.m., Doral Cycling Club, Road, 50 miles,➜, NW 114th Avenue and NW 58 Street, Miami, doralcyclingclub.com 72 7 a.m., Team Hammerheads, Road, 40-68 miles, ➜,➜,➜, Coco Plum Circle, Coral Gables, ramon.perdomo@att.net 73 7:30 a.m., Aventura, Road, 50 miles,➜, Drop, West Country Club Drive and Spoke Road, Aventura, destination Key Biscayne 74 7:30 a.m., Don Pan, Road, 35

miles,➜, SW 57th Avenue and Sunset Drive, South Miami, hammer ride to Key Biscayne 75 7:30 a.m., Ponce de Leon Middle School, Road, various miles, ➜, ➜, 5801 Augusto St., Coral Gables, toward Miami Beach, rdsmit@aol.com 76 10 a.m., The City Beautiful All Bikes, 7 miles, all levels, No Drop, 285 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, Coral Gables Museum, third Sunday of every month, limited space, fee, 305-603-8067 77 5 p.m., H.E.R. Sunday Ride, Road, various miles,➜,➜,➜, 4680 NE second Ave., Miami 78

Louis Garneau gives two thumbs-up at Veterans Park in Delray Beach for the start of the Granfondo Garneau Florida Ride on March 20, 2016.

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Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, South Miami 81 Tuesday 6 a.m., Granada Golf Course, Road, 30 miles,➜, 2001 Granada Blvd., Coral Gables, ride to Key Biscayne chucho@ bellsouth.net 82 6 a.m., Johnny Rockets, Road, 25-30 miles,➜,➜, 3036 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove, destination Key Biscayne 83 6:30 a.m., Bell’s Bicycles, Road, 25 miles, ➜, No drop, 1951 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach, to Dania Beach, 305-940-1050 84 7:15 a.m., Black Point Marina, Road, 28-40 miles,➜,➜,24775 SW 87th Ave., Cutler Bay, ride to Homestead-Miami Speedway for laps 85 4 p.m., El Hueco, Road, 2.7 miles,➜, SW 117th Avenue and 97th Steet, Doral, loop Flagler Station 86 4:30 p.m., Kendall Lakes, Road, 28-40 miles,➜,➜,SW 68th Street and 143rd Avenue, Miami, 4-mile loop of Miccosukee Golf & Country Club 87 6 p.m., Denny’s Okeechobee, Road, 30 miles,➜, 11701 Okeechobee Road, Hialeah Gardens, north on State Road 27, very fast, daylight saving time only 88 6:30 p.m., All 4Cycling Tempo Ride, Road, 33-40 miles,➜,1180 S. Dixie Highway, Coral Gables, ride to Key Biscayne, 305-6689876 89 8 p.m., Taco Tuesdays, Road, 1520 miles,➜,➜, 1070 SW 113th Place, Miami, urban ride with stop for food and drinks 90

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Wednesday 6:30 a.m., Don Pan, Road, 30 miles,➜, SW 57th Avenue and Sunset Drive, South Miami, hammer ride to Key Biscayne 91 4 p.m., El Hueco, Road, 2.7 miles,➜, SW 117th Avenue and 97th Street, Doral, loop Flagler Station 92 4:30 p.m., Kendall Lakes, Road,28-40 miles,➜, SW 68th Street and 143rd Avenue, Miami, 4-mile loop of Miccosukee Golf & Country Club 93 7:30 p.m., Kendall Weekly Bike Ride, Road, 15-20 miles,➜, 8525 Mills Drive, World of Beer, Miami, 94 8 p.m., FYXD 305 Wednesday Night Ride, Road, 20-25 miles,➜, 1455 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, urban ride with stops for beer 95 Thursday 6 a.m., Johnny Rockets, Road, 25-30 miles,➜,➜, 3036 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove, ride to Key Biscayne 96 6 a.m., Granada Golf Course, Road, 30 miles,➜, 2001 Granada Blvd., Coral Gables, ride to Key Biscayne, chucho@bellsouth.net 97 6:30 a.m., Bell’s Bicycles, Road, 25 miles,➜, No Drop,1951 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach, ride to Dania Beach, 305-940-1050 98 6:30 a.m., Don Pan, Road,30 miles,➜, SW 57th Avenue and Sunset Drive, South Miami, hammer ride to Key Biscayne 104 7:15 a.m., Black Point Marina, Road, 28-40 miles,➜,➜, 24775 SW 87th Ave., Cutler Bay, ride to Homestead-Miami Speedway for laps 99 7:30 a.m., UltrabikeX Beginner’s Ride, Road, 12-15 miles,➜,

No Drop, 61 Harbor Drive, Key Biscayne, ride to Virginia Key and back 100 4 p.m., El Hueco, Road, 2.7 miles,➜, SW 117th Avenue and 97th Street, Doral, loop Flagler Station 101 4:30 p.m., Kendall Lakes, Road, 28-40 miles,➜,➜, SW 68th Street and 143rd Avenue, Miami, 4-mile loop of Miccosukee Golf & Country Club 102 6 p.m., Denny’s Okeechobee, Road, 30 miles,➜, 11701 Okeechobee Road, Hialeah Gardens, north on State Road 27, very fast, daylight saving time only 103 7:15 p.m., Critical Mass, All Bikes, 12-15 miles, Drop, Government Center, 101 NW First St., Miami, last Friday of month, huge ride of thousands. 107

Palm Beach County Saturday 6:45 a.m., Double R Riders, Road, 30 miles,➜,➜, 171 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, location available when joining through Meetup 108 6:45 a.m., Extended Early Breakfast Club Ride, Road, 40 miles,➜, 291 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, Robert Gold 561-4790910 109 7 a.m., The Original, Road, 20 miles,➜, Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, pace 17-19 mph, DelrayBeachbikeclub. com 110 7 a.m., Bill Bone Cycle Science, Road, 30 miles,➜, Drop, 2188 Marcinski Road, Jupiter, average 28 mph with sprints up to 35 mph, gut-wrenching 113

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7:15 a.m., Breakfast Club Ride, Road, 40 miles,➜, 291 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, Robert Gold 561-479-0910 111 7:30 a.m., North Palm Ride, Road, 40 miles,➜, Boca Raton, Chris Spire, cspire@comcast.net, 561-758-4897 112 7:30 a.m., Loggers Run Ride, Road, 27 miles,➜,➜,➜,➜, 11400 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton 114 7:30 a.m., Bill Bone Palm Beach Ride, Road, 25 miles,➜, Boynton Inlet Park, rolling start heading north to Palm Beach Inlet and back, billboneracingteam.com 115 9 a.m. Performance Bicycle, Road, 14 miles,➜, No Drop, 9887 Glades Road, Boca Raton, introductory level ride 117 Sunday 7:15 a.m., Griddle Ride, Road, 35-40 miles,➜,➜, 475 Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton, Eric Liner 561-870-4920 118 7:30 a.m., Bill Bone Cycle Science, Road, 45 miles,➜, Drop, A1A and Marcinski Road, Jupiter, fast to wicked fast training ride, Jupiter Island to Hobe Sound 120 7:30 a.m., Get To Know Delray, All Bikes, miles vary,➜, Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, no beach cruisers 121 8:00 a.m., Intermediate, Road, 20 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, ride to build up your stamina 122 Tuesday 7 a.m., Bill Bone Cycle Science, Road, 30 miles,➜, Drop, 2188 Marcinski Road, Jupiter, average 28 mph with sprints up to 35 mph, gut-wrenching 123

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7:30 a.m., Boca Raton City Hall Ride, Road, Variable,➜,➜,➜,➜, No Drop, 400 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton, park at Tim Huxhold Skate Park and meet at Boca Raton Community Center on second Avenue 124 6 p.m., Bill Bone Tuesday Night Palm Beach, Road, 25 miles,➜, Drop, Bingham Island, moderate to fast training ride, billboneracingteam.com 125 6:30 p.m., Okeeheelee Park, BMX, track, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. practice, $3 fee, hours are seasonal, updated information on Facebook page, every rider practicing or competing on any USA BMX sanctioned track must attain prior USA BMX membership.

Memberships can be purchased at the track or at usabmx.com 126 Wednesday 7 a.m. Hump Day, Road, 40 miles,➜, Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, DelrayBeachbikeclub.com 127 7 p.m. Boca Double Urban, Road, 25 miles,➜,➜, 17800 Congress Ave., Delray Beach, Costco parking lot, distances vary according to weather and other conditions, 561-537-0524 128 Thursday 7 a.m., Bill Bone Cycle Science, Road, 30 miles, ➜, Drop, 2188 Marcinski Road, Jupiter, average 28 mph with sprints up to 35 mph,

gut-wrenching 129 7:30 a.m., Delray Ride, Road, 40-50 miles,➜, Gladiola parking lot, 51 SE sixth Ave. Delray Beach, if you can maintain 18 mph you will not be dropped, ride to Palm Beach inlet for coffee and return to Delray for breakfast at the Green Owl, 561-742-3605 130 Friday 6:30 p.m., Okeeheelee Park, BMX, track, race only, $3 fee per practice, hours are seasonal, every rider practicing or competing on any USA BMX sanctioned track must attain prior USA BMX membership. Memberships can be purchased at the track atusabmx. com 131

Bike Shops Cycling Quarterly is trying to reach each bicycle sales/rental/repair shop in the South Florida so we can add them to our quarterly listings. If you know of a shop that is not listed, a shop that has closed or a shop that has incorrect information posted here, please email info@cyclingquarterly.com so we can keep this list as current and accurate as possible.

Broward County Alex’s Bicycle Pro Shop 5992 Coral Ridge Drive Coral Springs, 33076 954-796-9200 1 Alex’s Bicycle Pro Shop 11510 W. State Road 84 Davie, 33325 954-990-0836 2 All Bicycles 142 N. Federal Highway Deerfield Beach, 33441 954-428-2683 4 Alligator’s Cycling Bicycle Shop 10426 Taft St. Pembroke Pines, 33026 954-964-8586 3

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B & J Bicycle Shop 1620 E. Sample Road Pompano Beach, 33064 954-946-7937 5 Bicycle Evolution 977 W. State Road 84 Ft. Lauderdale, 33315 954-318-2453 6 Bicycle Generation 1346 E. Hillsboro Beach Blvd.

Deerfield Beach, 33441 954-427-1484 7 Big Wheel Bicycle Cycles 7035 Taft St. Hollywood, 33024 954-966-5545 8 Big Wheel Bicycle Cycles

2698 N. University Drive Sunrise, 33322 954-742-3015 9 Big Wheel Bicycle Cycles 1001 E. Sunrise Blvd.

Ft. Lauderdale, 33304 954-523-2453 10 Big Wheel Bicycle Cycles 4500 N. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, 33308 954-493-5277 11 Bike America 401 Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, 33442 954-570-8122 12 Bike America 700 N. University Drive

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Pembroke Pines, 33024 954-443-6340 13 Bike America 2050 N. University Drive Sunrise, 33322 954-741-4445 14 Bike America 10404 W. Atlantic Blvd.

Coral Springs, 33071 954-752-2544 15 Bike Tech 2000 S. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, 33316 954-523-1178 16 Cima Cycles 830 E. Oakland Park Blvd.

Ft. Lauderdale, 33334 631-680-4765 17 Downtown Bicycle 2571 E. Sunrise Blvd.

Ft. Lauderdale, 33304 954-761-9920 18 Electric Bicycle Store 2599 N. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, 33305 954-565-0562 19 Frenchies Bicycle 2430 N. State Road 7 Margate, 33063 954-974-5354 20 Georges Cycle Shop 1029 SE 17th St. Ft. Lauderdale, 33316 954-523-0785 21 Hillsboro Bicycle Center 3330 W. Hillsboro Blvd.

Deerfield Beach, 33442 954-427-7063 22 Jim’s Bicycles 354 Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, 33442 954-418-6101 23 Lauderdale Cyclery 5429 N. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, 33308 954-565-5961 24

Lee’s Bicycle Shop 1101 N. Federal Highway Hollywood, 33020 954-925-5157 25 Megacycle Sport 1390 SW 160th Ave. Sunrise, 33326 954-384-0400 26 Pembroke Cycle 17149 Pines Blvd.

Pembroke Pines, 33027 954-533-2675 28 Performance Bicycle 1201 N. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, 33304 954-400-2400 27 Stradalli Bikes 1405-A SE 10th Ave. Pompano Beach, 33069 954-283-8585 30 Sun & Fun Bicycles 1500 N. Broadwalk Hollywood, 33019 954-925-0735 29 Top Notch Bicycles 1574 SE Third Court Deerfield Beach, 33441 954-234-2453 31 Trek Bicycle Store 113 SW 136th Ave. Sunrise, 33325 954-851-0511 32 Trek Bicycle Store 1621 E. Sunrise Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale, 33304 954-527-9099 33 West Broward Cycle Center 13610 W. State Road 84 Davie, 33325 954-424-9394 34

Miami-Dade County All4Cycling USA 2801 Biscayne Blvd.

Miami, 33137 786-437-6381 35

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Belen Bikes 1152 SW eighth St. Miami, 33130 305-456-8858 36 Bell’s Bicycle & Repair 1951 NE 163rd St. North Miami Beach, 33162 305-940-105 37 Big Wheel Cycle USA 3169 NE 163rd St. North Miami Beach, 33176 305-948-0116 38 Bike Depot 2204 NE 163rd St. North Miami Beach, 33160 305-945-3376 39 Bike Masters 11606 N. Kendall Drive Miami, 33176 305-598-7877 40 Bike Tech 2220 SW 22nd St. Coral Gables, 33145 305-858-3343 41 Brickell Bikes 70 SW 12th St, Miami, 33130 305-373-3633 43 Broken Spokes Bikes 10451 NW Seventh Ave. Miami, 33150 305-758-3045 44 City Bikes 20335 Biscayne Blvd.

Aventura, 33180 305-682-8889 45 Coral Way Bicycle Shop 2237 Coral Way Coral Gables, 33145 305-856-5731 46 Cycle Mart 13799 S. Dixie Highway, Palmetto Bay, 33176 305-238-5080 47 Cycle World Miami 8476 SW 40th St.

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Miami, 33165 305-221-2123 48 Elite Cycling & Fitness 13108 S. Dixie Highway Miami, 33156 786-242-3733 49 Enrique’s Bicycle Shop 800 NW 27th Ave. Miami, 33125 305-642-0701 50 Fusion Pro Bike Shop 14811 Biscayne Blvd.

Miami, 33180 305-944-1280 51 Hialeah Schwinn Cycle 4070 E. Fourth Ave. Hialeah, 33013 305-822-4013 52 JB Bike Shop 7316 Collins Ave. Miami Beach 33141 305-866-6322 53 Loco Fixie 6733 NE Third Ave. Miami, 33138 305-981-6382 54 Mack’s Cyclery 5995 Sunset Drive Miami, 33143 305-661-8363 55 Miami Beach Bicycle Center 746 Fifth St. Miami Beach, 33139 305-531-4161 56 The Miami Bike Shop 1800 Biscayne Blvd.,#110 Miami, 33132 305-358-7004 57 RB Cycles 11402 NW 41st St., #117 Miami, 33178 305-592-1600 58 RB Cycles 3411 Main Highway Coconut Grove, 33133 305-484-4666 59

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South Miami Bike Shop 6600 SW 80th St. Miami, 33143 305-666-7702 60 Sun Cycling 132 Hialeah Drive Hialeah, 33010 305-883-4338 61 Velo Express Bicycle 13810 SW 56th St. Miami, 33175 305-383-3886 62 Victor’s Bicycle & Supplies 3434 NW 27th Ave. Miami, 33142 305-638-1443 63 Wheels 2 Go 100 Chopin Plaza Miami, 33143 305-757-4647 42

Palm Beach County Bicycle Doctor-House Calls 22763 Sleepy Brook Lane Boca Raton, 33428 561-483-8376 68 The Bicycle Lab 2275 S. Federal Highway, #320 Delray Beach, 33483 561-276-2453 86 Bicycle World Jupiter 615 W. Indian Town Road, #101 Jupiter, 33408 561-427-6106 65 Bicycle World Lake Worth 6155 Lake Worth Road Lake Worth, 33463 561-439-5020 64 Bicyclery 1649 N. Military Trail West Palm Beach, 33409 561-684-8444 74 Bike America 3150 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton, 33431 561-627-2453 75

Bike America 21643 S. State Road 7 Boca Raton, 33428 561-451-4448 76 Bike America 2021 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd.

West Palm Beach, 33409 561-640-3407 77 Bike America 270 N. Congress Ave. Boynton Beach, 33426 561-732-5600 78 Doghouse Performance Center 7815 NW Beacon Square Blvd., #210, Boca Raton, 33487 561-236-3359 71 Jack the Bikeman 2301 Florida Ave. West Palm Beach, 33401 561-832-0072 69 J Town Bicycle 126 Center St., #B-1 Jupiter, 33485 561-575-2453 81 Lake Park Bicycles 1438 10th St. Lake Park, 33403 561-842-0303 82 On Your Mark Performance 819 N. Federal Highway Lake Park, 33403 561-842-2453 83 Palm Beach Bicycle Trail Shop 223 Sunrise Ave. Palm Beach, 33480 561-659-4583 84 Papa Wheelies 10241 Southern Blvd.

Royal Palm Beach, 33414 561-784-0000 67 Real Deal Bikes 103 S. U.S. Highway 1, #F1 Jupiter, 33477 561-746-0585 73 Relentless Bicycles 702 Lucerne Ave.

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Lake Worth, 33460 561-547-1396 80 Richwagon Bike Sport 298 NE Sixth Ave. Delray Beach, 33483 561-243-2453 85 Stuart’s Wild Ride 8177 Glades Road Boca Raton, 33434 561-477-1131 72 Top Cycle 113 N. County Road Palm Beach, 33480 561-835-9368 89 Trek Bicycle Store 335 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton, 33432 561-405-6987 87 Trek Bicycle Store 800 Congress Ave.,#1A Boynton Beach, 33426 561-733-8300 88

Tri Bike Run 13975 U.S. Highway 1 Juno Beach, 33408 561-627-2453 79 Wheels Wellington 12794 Forest Hills Blvd., #36 Wellington, 33314 561-795-3038 66

Monroe County A & M Rentals 523 Truman Ave. Key West, 33040 305-294-4556 Big Pine Bicycle Center 31 County Road Big Pine Key, 33043 305-872-0130 The Bike Shop 1110 Truman Ave. Key West, 33040 305-294-1073

Conch Bike Express 5603 Third Ave. Key West, 33040 305-294-4318 Eaton Bikes 930 Eaton St. Key West, 33040 305-294-8188 Island Bicycles 929 Truman Ave. Key West, 33040 305-292-9707 Overseas Outfitters 1700 Overseas Highway Marathon, 33050 305-289-1670 We Cycle 5160 U.S. Highway 1 Key West, 33040 305-292-3336

Events/Festivals Cycling Quarterly is trying to verify all events in the South Florida so we can add to our quarterly listings. If you know of an event that is not listed or see a listing that has incorrect information posted here, please email info@ cyclingquarterly.com so we can keep this list as current and accurate as possible.

OCTOBER Oct. 1, Saturday, Gainesville, Pink Pumpkin Pedal-Off, 22, 40 and 62 miles, gccfla.org Oct. 2, Sunday, Lake Mary, Cycle for Life/Cystic Fibrosis, 32, 65 and 100 miles, 407-491-7264 Oct. 2, Sunday, Sunrise, Breast Awareness, 32 and 63 miles, 305984-4396, family event with raffles Oct. 2-7, Sunday to Friday, Tallahassee, The Forgotten Coast, 40 miles per day, limited to 20 riders, northwest Florida Gulf Coast, Joy Hancock 352-224-8601 Oct. 7-9, Friday to Sunday, Mount

Dora, Mount Dora Bicycle Festival, distances vary by day, 352-383-2165 Oct. 8, Saturday, Key Largo, Key Largo/Key West Challenge, 92 miles, 305-395-1551 Oct. 15, Saturday, Miami, Denitos Ride For Kids, 35 and 65 miles, police escort ,305-323-5195 Oct. 16, Sunday, Sanford Lake, Monroe Challenge, 62, 100 and 124 miles, dD2cycling@cfl.rr.com, 321-363-4930 Oct. 22, Saturday, Gainesville, Santa Fe Century, 32, 68, 55 and 103 miles, ggcfla.org

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Oct. 22, Saturday, Ponte Verde, Bike MS PGA Tour Cycle to Shore, 800-344-4867 Oct. 23, Sunday, North Port, Tour de North Port, 15, 35 and 65 miles, 941-426-9752, treelady12001@yahoo.com Oct. 23, Sunday, Gainesville, Horse Farm 100, 25, 30, 45, 57 and 103 miles, ggcfla.org Oct. 28-30, Friday to Sunday, Ormond Beach, C2C Fall Cross Florida Trip, 813-363-3476, kevin@c2cbikeride.com Oct. 30, Sunday, Homestead, EBC Freedom Ride, 1.5, 3, 12,

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29, 42, 65 and 100 miles, info@ evergladesbc.com Oct. 30, Sunday, Cocoa Beach, Intracoastal Waterway Century, 14, 28, 65 and 100 miles, webmaster@ spacecoastfreewheelers.com NOVEMBER Nov. 4-6, Friday to Sunday, Fort Myers Beach, 72 Hours to Key West Charity Bike Ride, 280 miles, limited to 65 riders, 727-7985656 or Kevin@KevinBupp.com Nov. 5, Saturday, Tampa/ Clearwater Beach, Ride To Defeat ALS, 25 and 62 miles, ride, walk, run event, 813-637-9000, ride@ alsfl.org Nov. 5, Saturday, Miccosukee, Spaghetti 100/Kids On Bikes Education Program, 35, 65 and 100 miles, hilly road ride, 850519-6461 Nov. 5, Saturday, Miccosukee, Spaghetti 100, 40 and 65 miles, part of Tallahassee World Championship Challenge, gravel and gravel/paved options, 850519-6461 Nov. 6, Sunday, Orlando Cycle the City Ride to Wellness, 10, 20, 30, 62 and 100 miles, free family ride, davidsworld.com

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Nov. 6, Sunday, Sarasota, Gulf Coast Cyclefest, 20, 35, 62 and 100 miles, David Hodgkinson at 941-927-5936 Nov. 6, Sunday, Palm Coast, Spoonbills & Sprockets, 36, 72 and 100 miles, 904-425-8055, 386-503-5197, scenicA1A.org Nov. 6-12, Sunday to Saturday, St. Augustine, St. Johns Tour, 40 miles per day, limited to 20 riders, bikeflorida.org Nov. 12, Saturday, Wildwood, Hearts For Our Hospital, 16, 31 and 62 miles, H4Hbikeweekend.com Nov. 13, Sunday, Clermont, Ride Ataxia Orlando, 4, 10, 25 and 50 miles, 484-879-6160, info@ CureFA.org Nov. 13, Sunday, Sanford, Seminole Cyclefest, 25 and 70 miles, seminolecyclefest.com Nov. 13, Sunday, Coral Gables, Gran Fondo, 25, 60 and 100 miles, contact@granfondomiami.org Nov. 13-19, Sunday to Saturday, St. Augustine, St. Johns Tour, 40 miles per day, limited to 20 riders, bikeflorida.org Nov. 18, Friday, Miami, Best Buddies Challenge, 62 miles, police escort, limited to 50 riders, coach@bestbuddies.org Nov. 18-19, Friday to Saturday, Miami, The Smart Ride, 165 miles, opening ceremony Nov. 17, thesmartride.org Nov. 19, Saturday, Sunrise, Black Jack on the Levee, 15 and 40 miles, no road bikes, family friendly, Celia Conte 954-8300098, adoptabike.org Nov. 20, Sunday, Sunrise, Adopta-Bike, 10, 25, 40 and 62 miles, family 10-mile ride, Celia Conte at 954-830-0098, adoptabike.org

Nov. 20, Sunday, Clermont, Horrible Hundred, 30, 70 and 100 miles, Cycling Fitness Expo, Saturday, Nov. 19, horriblehundred@ floridafreewheelers.com Nov. 20, Sunday, Wauchula, Freedom Ride Florida, 10, 30, 62 and 100 miles, freedomrideflorida. org Nov. 26, Saturday, St. Cloud, J Hop 100 Century Ride, 30, 75 and 100 miles, JHOPTriTeam@aol.com Nov. 27, Sunday, Iron Joe Turkey Ride, 14, 30 and 62 miles, Beth Brainard 239-777-7718 or bethbrainard@naplespathways.org DECEMBER Dec. 2, Friday, Sebring, Highlands Bike Festival, 10, 20, 36 and 53 miles, Bob and Rita Bennett at 863-382-7184 or ritabob2@ embarqmail.com Dec. 2-3, Friday to Saturday, Homestead, Escape To The Keys, 150-plus miles, Everglades Bicycle Club, info@evergladesbc.com Dec. 3, Saturday, St. Petersburg, Ride & Run with the Stars, 25 miles, Joe Gerretz at 727-5825960, rideandrunwiththestars.com Dec. 3, Saturday, Sebring, Highlands Bike Festival, 10, 20, 38, 62 and 100 miles, contact: Bob & Rita Bennett at 863-3827184, ritabob2@embarqmail.com Dec. 4, Sunday, Sebring, Highlands Bike Festival, 10, 20, 31 and 63 miles, contact: Bob & Rita Bennett 863-382-7184, ritabob2@ embarqmail.com Dec. 10, Saturday, Sanford, Cycle for Sobriety, 10, 33, 62 and 100 miles, Rob Marchello.1@osu.edu

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Clubs/Organizations Cycling Quarterly is trying to reach each club and organization in the South Florida so we can add to our quarterly listings. If you know of a club or organization that is not listed, or see a listing that has incorrect information posted here, please email info@cyclingquarterly.com so we can keep this list as current and accurate as possible.

BROWARD COUNTY Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee 115 S. Andrews Ave. Ft, Lauderdale, FL 954-357-6644 CSP Express Coral Springs Parkland Express info@cspexpress.com South Broward Wheelers Davie southbrowardwheelers.com Team Memorial Hollywood 954-985-5800 teammemorial.com

zMotion Lauren Atchison, operations manager 561-299-7481 laurenatchison@zmotion.org MIAMI-DADE COUNTY EBC2 Everglades Bicycle Club Miami info@evergladesbc.com South Florida Triathletes Team Hammerheads teamhammerheads.com PALM BEACH COUNTY Boca Raton Bicycle Club 561-403-0048 bocaratonbicycleclub.com

Delray Beach Bicycle Club Touring club 561-702-6376 delraybeachbikeclub.com Florida Off-Road Cycling Enthusiasts, Inc. (FORCE) Royal Palm Beach forcemtb.org On Your Mark Cycling Club Racing club 561-842-2453 oymbike.com Team Storm Riders West Palm Beach teamstormriders.com

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Spotlight On Bike Clubs How do you know when you’re ready to ride in a group? And which group is right for you? Here are five established clubs in South Florida I interviewed that might help to narrow your choices. The clubs’ websites provide more details to guide you to the one best suited to your needs. If you would like to have your club or team spotlighted in Cycling Quarterly, email the contact information to info@cyclingquarterly.com —Mariah Reed

South Broward Wheelers

Established in 1984, this club supports community charities and educates all-level riders. President Craig Sloan, who met his spouse at the club, says their strong leaders insist on no-drop rides, mean- Left to right: Ian Singer, Harley Jacobson, Greg Hunter, Craig Sloan, ing the group will slow down Robert Alderman and Rick Singer or stop to wait for a rider to catch up. Leaders emphasize safety and are quick to teach newcomers the rules of road and group etiquette.

The club sticks to ride speeds as advertised, unlike some other clubs. Beginner groups ride 12 to 14 mph — an excellent choice for a novice. The club hosts a beginner session in Markham Park, at 16001 W. State Road 84 in Sunrise, on the second Tuesday of each month to teach bicycle maintenance, plus how to shift, ride in a group and use hand signals.

Annual membership costs $35, and benefits include social events and out-oftown rides and tours. Charity rides, such as Adopt-a-Bike, have raised money to purchase more than 5,000 bicycles for disadvantaged children.

Visit southbrowardwheelers.com, the monthly online newsletter, or the club’s Facebook page.

Boca Raton Bicycle Club

Founded in 1986, this club has a range of diversity with riders ages 20 to 80 and all levels. Advanced rides reach 25 to 30 mph.

The club holds the Tour of Boca Raton — 2 to 3 miles long — about three times a year with a police escort for families with young riders. It also hosts the annual Frank Stark Ride, what cyclists refer to as the hottest ride of the year in

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Palm Beach County. Proceeds benefit several charities and local, state and national bicycle advocacy.

Annual membership costs $25 to $40, depending on riding level.

Benefits include social activities, cycling and bike-maintenance clinics, and sponsored rides, including out-of-town tours. Membership fees fund safe cycling advocacy and to right: Robert Sabin, Jonathan Berman, June provide underprivileged children Left Kobayashi, Bruce Rosenzweig and Brian Link with bicycles and helmets.

Visit bocabikeclub.org or the club’s Facebook page, or call 561-4030058.

Everglades Bicycle Club - EBC2

Founded in 1976, this Miami-Dade County club is one of the oldest, boasting about 800 members and 2,500 Facebook followers.

Rides accommodate all levels, including a monthly one for beginners.

Saturday training groups ride 14 to 16 mph, 16 to 18 mph, 18 to 20 mph or more than 20 mph. Leaders are certified to ensure safety on the road. Bike training for children is offered regularly, and a mountain biking subgroup schedules regular trail rides.

All rides are no drop with a double pace line. Several members are involved in a national certification program led by the League of American Bicyclists that helps communities receive bike-friendly designations. They also attend local government meetings to Left to right: Dora Suarez, Juan Alban, Pat Massey, Michael Hoover and MariaLuisa Hoover promote road safety for cyclists.

Annual membership costs $40, and benefits include two annual charity rides, including an October benefit for disabled veterans, socials events, such as a Tour de France party, picnics and ride details through a GPS program. Visit evergladesbc.com or the club’s Facebook page.

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zMotion

Established in 2006, zMotion has numerous training camps in South Florida, including Double R in Boca Raton and Camp Cove in Deerfield Beach.

Club member Sofia Roth says the localized clubs make it conveLeft to right: Jose Maldonado, Bruce Keno, Sofia Roth, Kim Wolkins and Richard nient to find a group Harden near your home. Leaders emphasize safety and respect for motorists and the rules of the road. zMotion organizes charity rides benefiting organizations such as Place of Hope, American Heart Association and Kids in Distress.

Annual membership costs $49, which provides free entry to charity rides, such as Ride 4 Orphans, as well as discounted admission to other rides. Some bike shops offer discounts to members.

Visit zMotion.org or the club’s Facebook page, or call 561-299-7481.

CSP Express

zMotion founded this Coral Springs/Parkland camp in 2008 for intermediate to advanced levels. An advanced 65-mile ride on Sundays is 24 mph or faster while a 45-mile intermediate ride on Saturdays is 20 mph or faster. The club also holds a Friday morning mountain bike levee ride and a Wednesday morning combination road training ride and run.

Annual membership costs $49, and benefits include preferred pricing on zMotion events, discounts at select bike shops Left to right: Jerry Layne, Yildiz Gengonul, Chuck Medcraft, Missy Lee and and special pricing on Howard Seiler zMotion apparel.

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Cycle Speak Saddle

Frame

Handlebar grip Shock absorber Front brakes Fork

Seat post Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Chain stay

Wheel Spokes Hub Rim Tire Valve

Rear brakes Cogset Rear derailleur

Front derailleur Chain Chainrings

Adaptive bicycle: A bicycle modified for a cyclist with physical challenges. This may include modification to the drivetrain or braking systems, additional wheels, such as a trike or quad cycle, or other enhancements that provide stability and accessibility.

Aerobars: Extension to road bike handlebars, which support the elbows and are conducive to a lower, more aerodynamic position. Mainly for triathlons and time-trial races.

Attack: To challenge the leader by quickly accelerating and advancing your position to the front of a pack, group, paceline or peloton.

Balance bike: A child’s training bike with two wheels and no pedals to teach confidence and balance.

BMX bike, BMX: Abbreviation for bicycle motocross — generally a small, single-gear bike for off-road competition, jumping, stunts and tricks in skate parks.

Bonk: Slang for running out of energy, particularly on a long-distance ride.

Brain bucket: Slang for a cycling helmet or head protection.

Breakaway: When a cyclist or cyclists accelerate 30

Pedal Crank arm

and leave a gap behind the main group.

Cadence: Revolutions per minute (RPM) the speed at which a cyclist pedals.

Cassette: The cluster of various sized sprockets that attaches to the hub (axel) of the rear wheel.

The rear derailleur is used to switch between these sprockets.

Chainring: The large forward ring that transfers energy from the pedals to the rear wheel via the chain.

Chase: When a cyclist tries to catch up to a rider.

Clip-in: A mechanical method of attaching a cyclist’s shoe to the pedal, which increases the efficiency of the pedal stroke.

Crank: The component of a bicycle drivetrain that converts the reciprocating motion of the rider’s legs into rotational motion that drives the chain, which, in turn, drives the rear wheel.

Cruiser bike: A single-speed bike with a coaster brake, typically with 26-inch tires for slow, relaxed riding.

Derailleur: A mechanism for shifting gears on a Cycling Quarterly South Florida

bike by moving the chain between different-sized sprockets.

Drafting: To ride closely behind another rider to harness their slipstream, reducing wind resistance and effort.

Drop: To leave a rider behind in a group, usually because the rider cannot sustain the group’s tempo.

Drop handlebars: A type of handlebar in which the middle of the bar is the highest point to provide a range of grip positions, typically for highperformance and long-distance bicycles.

Drop ride: A group ride that will not slow down or wait for a rider to catch up.

Fixie bike: A fixed gear bike with just one gear and no freewheel. When the back wheel turns, the pedals turn.

Gap: The distance between riders large enough for drafting to no longer be effective.

Granny gear: The lowest or easiest gear to pedal, typically for climbing a hill.

Hammer: To ride fast. A group riding fast is called hammerheads.

Helmet: Head protection, known as a brain bucket.

Hoods: The stationary part of the brake lever that attaches to the handlebars. It can serve as an alternate handrest with drop handlebars.

Kit: A group of parts that complete a frame into a bicycle. In addition, matching jersey, shorts or bibs are also called a kit.

Mechanical: Slang for a bicycle that needs a repair.

For example, a rider during a no-drop ride might yell, “Mechanical!” to alert the group to wait for a repair.

MTB: Mountain bike.

that you have positioned yourself in their slipstream for optimum drafting. For example, “I’m on your wheel.”

Overlapping: The position when the leading edge of a rider’s front tire is ahead of the trailing edge of the rear wheel of the bicycle ahead. This can lead to crashes.

Paceline: A group riding at high speed by drafting one behind the other. Riders take turns at the front (pulling) to break the wind, then rotate to the back to rest in the draft. Larger groups often form double pacelines with two lines of riders.

Peloton: The main group in a road race.

Pickup ride: A mapped ride of a route and distance, usually on a regular date, time and place.

It may or may not be a no-drop ride open to all riders.

Pull: To take the lead on a paceline and break the wind for following riders. The length of time varies by tempo and the skill level of the group and individual.

Roadie: A cyclist who rides a road bike.

Saddle: Bike seat.

SAG wagon, SAG: A support vehicle that follows longer group rides to offer mechanical assistance, food and minor first aid.

Shifter: A mechanism for controlling the derailleur to shift the chain to the desired gear to optimize speed, efficiency and comfort.

Sprint zone: Most group rides have a selected section where riders “attack” each other, often at the end.

Tandem bike: A bicycle built for two. The captain traditionally sits in the front to control steering, braking and shifting while the stoker pedals in the back.

No-drop ride: A group ride that will slow down or wait for a rider to catch up.

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