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Letter from the Publisher
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Where the Fakawi?
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Dear Doghouse
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Hardtail Honies
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Training Wheels 12
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Listings: Weekly Rides
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Listings: Bike Shops
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Focus on Taco Tuesday
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On the Cover: Catalina Sanchez (#714) and Maricarmen Saleta (#143) give CQ photographer Bruce Borich a wave in the 2017 Fakawi Gravel Grinder.
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Publisher Michael Gale Public Relations Director Mariah Reed Managing Editor Judy Borich Editor Jamie Morris Production Manager Bruce Borich Ad Designer Gary Davidson Ride Editor John Bolgrien Advisory Board Fillipo Schmidt Barbieri, Paul Hoffman, Gavaskar Josephs, Eve L. Mart, Karrie Norberg, Dan Polozano, Sean Spire CYCLING QUARTERLY LLC 1007 N. Federal Hwy., #383 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 1-844-CQ-SOFLA (1-844-277-6352) info@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. The opinions expressed in Cycling Quarterly South Florida are the opinions of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the advertisers and other contributing sources. © 2017 by Cycling Quarterly LLC, all rights reserved.
From the Publisher— TITLE IX
The year was 1972. The place, Munich. The US Olympic Team, consisting of 23 female and 71 male athletes, won 94 medals—of which 23, about a quarter of total medals won, were credited to the women’s teams. That year, Richard Nixon signed Title IX into law: No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. To see the impact of Title IX on women’s sports, fast forward to Rio de Janeiro and the 2016 Summer Olympics. That year, the US women’s teams earned 61 of the 121 medals awarded to the US teams. That’s more than half. And just the year before, the US Women’s National Soccer Team won the 2015 World Cup, an achievement never secured by the men’s team. But, despite their accomplishment, the top women soccer players earned only $240 thousand annually compared to the top male players’ $413 thousand. On the other hand, in 2014, for the first time, the Koppenbergcross, a European C1 cyclocross with US backing, awarded equal cash prizes to men and women. That’s a step. But we must take many more steps before equal pay and equal recognition are the norm in sport. Our biking community needs to promote and encourage all who want to participate. That’s why in our summer issue we spotlight women cyclists. Pedals UP! —Michael Gale
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Where the Fakawi?
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1,250 Gravel Grinders
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hat’s “Fakawi!” It’s pronounced, “FAH-cow-wee!”—and, no, the exclamation point is not optional. But just what does it mean? Some say Fakawi refers to an ancient Indian tribe, indigenous to South Florida: tough warriors on fearless steeds who conquered against the odds. Others will tell you that Fakawi is a psychological condition, experienced by individuals prone to bad choices and exaggerated bragging. Then there are those who insist that Fakawi refers to the legend of Jimmy T, a man who led his peoples from the prisons of the Weston World to the freedom of free-rolling, seducing them across Some of the first riders approach the concrete and past caution-taped barriers final rest stop. to get there. The truth? Well, the truth is somewhere in between. Basically, the Fakawi is a 50-mile, hybrid off-road/on-road bike ride. Although Miami local Jimmy Toural, who conceived and orchestrates the event insists, “It’s not a race,” it is a competition of sorts—a competition of 1,250 cyclists traversing South Florida’s Everglades in sweltering temperatures, through mosquito-ed terrain, who measure their self-worth against “the 50.” “Did you do the 50?” “How long did the 50 take ya?” You see, while the Fakawi makes a 12-mile family course and a 30-mile short route available, the Tarzan-chest-pounding, gravel-grinding coup de grâs is the 50. And when one gets to the ride’s roots, that’s not really surprising. Sometime in June 2010, on the back roads of Weston and the obscure, outlying Everglades trails, the Fakawi was born when Toural and nine other cyclists, predominantly elite mountain bike racers, were trying to plug the “dead time” between race seasons. Toural devised a 40-mile trek over a mix of gravel, levee and road that culminated with a lap at Markham Park. Fakawi forefathers, upon riding the trek for the first time, encountered confounding obstacles that required on-the-spot re-routing. At one point, Rich Hoglievena shouted out what they all were thinking: “Where the eff are we?” It was a eureka moment. And so Toural christened the ride the “Fakawi.” Cycling Quarterly South Florida
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Ten-year-old Angel Rodriguez takes a quick rest at mile 16. Angel is from Doral and started cycling as part of his therapy for autism.
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Inspired by that first ride, Toural repeated it the following year, but made it a more formal event, pre-scouting and marking the route, posting social media announcements, and renting a pavilion at Markham. That year boasted 150 riders. In 2012, the number rose by a few hundred. By 2016, it was the premiere cycling event in South Florida, with participation reaching the 1400 mark. According to Toural, its success is in its uniqueness. “It’s not a typical Florida mountain bike race; it combines everything and everyone.” It has some road,
The pack of 1,250 riders as they come out of Markham Park and head down State Road 84 to start the race. 4
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Jose Zambrano (#275) and Christian Cartier (#1500) give Cycling Quarterly a shout out and a wave.
Photos: Judy Borich
Rest stops were provided by Bike Tech, R&B Cycling and Cycling Quarterly. Riders were ready for some fuel and hydration during the hot, steamy ride through the Everglades. Cycling Quarterly South Florida
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Waiting to take off at Vendor Village are Igor Villalobos, Juan Silva, Juan Otalora and Jamie Parra of Cycle Tech. some levee, some gravel and some trail (as well as “some” mosquitoes, “some” mud and “some” sun). But he’s right. Road cyclists, mountain bikers, and cyclo-crossers, as well as casual riders, weekend warriors, and don’t-know-whatthey’re-in-for-ers are drawn to this cycling melee. Originally, part of the Fakawi’s beauty was its absence of bureaucratic oversight; it was free and generally flew under the radar of city officials. Self-supported since the first ride, riders could find two tents enroute (three in 2017) providing shade, first aid, sympathy, and—cross your fingers—water. For these, plus dedicated space and a pavilion, (a lot of ) food and (a lot of ) beer, not to mention prep and clean-up, riders paid nothing, as Toural footed some of the bill and Alex’s Bike Shop helped with the rest. But after participation exceeded the 1,000 mark in 2016, concern for rider safety and community peace mandated change—and for the 2017 Fakawi, permits from the City of Weston were required. In an effort to defray accruing costs (permits and park fees and insurance, oh my), the 2017 Fakawi came with a $20 registration fee—which is beyond a bargain, considering the fanfare included all of the perks above, plus a police escort and a vendor village, where participants and non-participants could try and buy the fare of 40-plus vendors, from bikes, to gear, to butt butter. And even at that, though the 2017 6
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tally reached 1,250 the registration fee didn’t prevent Toural from having to dig into his own pocket. Ask anyone in the mountain bike community about Toural and you’ll hear he’s “a nice guy,” a good guy. He’s something of a local hero, inspiring a bit of awe when anything Fakawi is mentioned. But don’t be fooled by Toural’s laidback, easy-going demeanor. His course, whether it be the 50-mile “fun route” or the 30-mile “done route,” is brutal, testing riders’ determination and grit in a way no “nice guy” would concoct. There’s a devil lurking just a few Fakawi degrees behind those smiling eyes. And that is probably the closest to the truth of any Fakawi myth. —Nese Venza Nese Venza is an attorney with her own law practice. She moonlights as a yoga instructor and masquerades as a writer. Nese lives, rides and works in South Florida.
Photo: Courtesy Nese Venza
Nese Venza started the 2017 Fakawi bound with KT Tape and electrified by adrenaline. She’d committed to the 30, but the well-timed arrival of a water truck and the enthusiasm of her ride mates convinced her to try the 50. The trek to the Atlantic – the last sag and mile 40 – was hell for Nese, whose central nervous system had something to say about the proceedings. But after a brief bout of nausea and a dose of air conditioning, Nese’s Fakawi ended at a burger joint, where she and other Fakawi veterans shared tales of Fakawi glory – and began scheming for next year’s ride. Cycling Quarterly South Florida
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Dear Doghouse Dear Doghouse is a question and answer forum for our readers. If you have a question for Dear Doghouse, send it to info@cyclingquarterly.com.
Dear Doghouse, I’ve been working hard on my cycling, and now I think I can keep up with some of the faster group rides out on A1A. The problem is that I’ve never ridden in a large group, and I’m concerned about my safety in such close quarters with so many other bikes and riders. What do I need to know to stay safe in a pack? Signed, Solo Rider Dear Solo Rider, Thanks for the great question. Everyone’s main concern in group rides, especially large ones, is staying upright and safe (at least that should be their main concern). To start with, you always need to remember that YOU are responsible for your safety in a ride. It’s up to you to be aware of what is going on all around you at all times. Don’t let your mind drift. So, what should you focus on? 1. Avoid overlapping wheels with the wheel in front of you. Overlapping wheels is one of the biggest causes of crashes. 2. Avoid braking, especially braking hard. Learn to “feather” your brakes lightly to slow down. Braking too hard can cause a crash (and just think about the chain reaction behind you!). 3. “Hold your line.” This means make no sudden movements left or right. Also, hold your speed. Unless it’s absolutely necessary, don’t slow down or speed up suddenly. And lastly, relax. Try to relax and enjoy the ride. The more you ride in a group, the more comfortable you’ll get. Hope this helps, and see you out there! —Rick Slifkin Rick Slifkin co-owns and operates Doghouse Multisport Training Center, a cycling training facility that is celebrating its sixth year in business. Rick also coaches cyclists and triathletes at all levels of training, for events of all distances. The advice offered in this column is intended for informational purposes only. Use of this column is not intended to replace or substitute for qualified coaching, legal or other professional advice. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional help, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified specialist.
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Helmet Fitting-It’s a Thing
earing a helmet is a personal choice that is often dictated by peer pressure, style, or budget. Whatever the reasoning, in Florida, the choice is the rider’s to make. In the Sunshine State, riders under 16 years old are required to wear a helmet when on a bike, but helmets are optional for riders 16 and older. Some group rides do require helmets, however. For instance, group road-bike rides discourage riders without helmets. So, if you are planning to do group rides, check each ride separately for helmet rules. Also, helmets are always required at mountain bike parks. Varying in size and style, helmets may be designed for specific use. Road-bike helmets are lightweight and have a low profile, while mountain-bike helmets may feature sun visors, extra coverage for the back of the head or removable chin guards. Downhill helmets look like motorcycle helmets and might have a fixed chin guard. Long, pointy time-trial helmets are ultra-aerodynamic. But whatever the design, bike helmets are for riding bikes—not for riding scooters or motorcycles or snowboarding. Under their shiny covering, bike helmets have a foam core, an inner retention ring and a strapping/retention system. The latest innovations in helmets include MIPS technologies, which are designed to reduce rotational forces that result from certain impacts—but 99% of bicycle helmets for sale today do not include MIPS.
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Jeff Torkelson, lower left, trains and certifies helmet fitters. Cycling Quarterly South Florida
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A Quick Fitting Guide Choose the correct size. Open the retention ring as wide as possible (remember, “lefty loose-y” if there is a dial). Place the helmet on your head and push it down. The helmet must be level and snug, with minimal forehead showing. Tighten the dial (“righty tight-y”) if one is present. Helmet and head should be like one: The helmet should not move around. (If it does, it is probably the wrong size.) Next, adjust each side-strap so that it makes an even “V” under each ear. The “V” should not touch the ear. The front of the “V” should not tilt forward. This is crucial to keep the forehead protected. Now, tighten the chin strap. No more than two fingers should fit between your chin and the strap, which should be snug enough that, if you yawn, the helmet pulls down slightly.
Helmets absorb much of the impact of a crash so your head doesn’t need to. Similar to the crumple zones on a car, a bicycle helmet is composed of sacrificial materials that offer protection. A properly fitted and correctly worn bicycle helmet greatly reduces the risk of serious head injury, brain trauma or even death. A New England Journal of Medicine article cited an 84% reduction in serious injury and/or death when helmets were worn. Sure, you can snag a helmet on a tree on the trail, but, overall, helmets put the odds in your favor. There are three keys to getting proper protection from your bicycle helmet: It needs to fit properly; it needs to be adjusted correctly; and it needs to be worn consistently. A properly fitted helmet will be comfortable, and a comfortable helmet is more likely to be worn. Since the helmet is made from plastic and foam, you have to take special care of it. Rinse it with water occasionally and simply let it air dry. Store your helmet in a cool, dry place—out of the sun and surely not in your car trunk. Don’t share your helmet, as it should be fitted specifically to you. And remember, a helmet is a disposable item. “One crash and it’s trash.” (Many manufactures have a crash replacement policy.) Quality helmets can be purchased at your local bike shop. This will ensure you get a helmet of the correct size. All helmets sold in the U.S. have to pass the same safety standards. Internet purchases are not recommended, as helmets made in other countries likely do not pass U.S. helmet safety standards. Complimentary new helmets and helmet adjustments and fittings can always be obtained from RBX, by appointment. So, yes, wearing a helmet in Florida is a personal choice. Just remember, as you’re making that choice, strapping on a helmet can greatly reduce the risk of head injuries, brain trauma or death. Simply stated, helmets work! — Jeff Torkelson Jeff Torkelson is the founder and president of Recyclable Bicycle Exchange (RBX), a bicycle-based nonprofit. He is also the executive director for Broward B-cycle, a bike/pedestrian safety instructor and certified helmet fitter, who has trained hundreds of helmet fitters throughout South Florida.
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hile mountain biking is still not flooded with females, when I started in 2013, there were even fewer women riding for fun. So, I was very lucky that my friend Yvette took me under her wing. Not that many women are as lucky as me, though. Most of the time, women have to ride with and learn from male riders. But women may learn differently than men and can have very different strengths. So, for a new female rider, riding with a husband or boyfriend can be a recipe for disaster—one that ends with someone Hardtail Honies celebrate their group ride in coming off the trails crying. December 2016 at Markham Park. (I speak from experience. Even with Yvette, I still had to ride with my husband occasionally—and in those early days it usually did not end well.) I’ve since learned I was not the only women who struggled to find comfort in the MTB community. The same year I started, Nohelia Siddons, then a very new rider, was taking private lessons with local pro racer Bob McCarty. During one of those lessons, she had an epiphany: She would show other women how amazing the sport can be—testosterone free! And thus was born Fort Lauderdale’s Hardtail Honies, a free club formed to offer women mountain bikers a support system. Four years later, Hardtail Honies has grown to almost 500 members, and provides coaching, mentoring and encouragement for women riders on and off the trails. As part of their mission, the club schedules monthly group rides at various parks around South Florida and invites those at all skill levels to participate. Since Siddons started Hardtail Honies, the group has created quite a few MTB addicts. So, if you are a female looking to get into this awesome sport, check them out on Facebook. But watch out. You might become addicted! —Jodi Mazzone Jodi Mazzone, Senior Manager of Revenue Cycle for Envision Physician Services, has an extensive background in physician practice management. She currently lives in Pembroke Pines and loves to talk about mountain biking and to write about biking and other non-job-related topics.
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Training Wheels For the Entry-Level Rider Slow Ride, Take It Easy…
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s an entry-level rider, I remember riding alone and occasionally being overtaken by a group ride. I would marvel at the sheer beauty of the stream of colorful cyclists whizzing by in perfect sync—but I couldn’t imagine being fast enough to join them. Slogging along, I eventually would pass the group as they were taking a break at a cute little coffee shop. Their smiles, laughter and obvious camaraderie were infectious. Clearly, the group ride was about something more than just fitness. I wondered, “Are there group rides for beginners?” And then, “If so, what if I can’t keep up?” Fortunately, I found several great group rides that cater to entry-level cyclists. Each one of them teaches how to ride safely within a group—and they also provide opportunities to develop lasting friendships, along with increased fitness. In fact, I met my super-fit soul mate and better half on one of these rides!
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Here are details to help get you newbies find your perfect group: The South Broward Wheelers provides a ride for new riders each month. At Markham Park on the second Saturday of the month at 8 a.m., experienced leaders teach basic bike maintenance and then lead a beginner ride. You’ll learn rules of the road, which will help you ride safely within a group. Go to www.southbrowardwheelers.com for more information. The Wheelers are extremely helpful and friendly and definitely ride with safety first and foremost on their minds. If you want to make your slow ride a friends or family affair, I highly recommend Fort Lauderdale’s Critical Mass ride, which occurs at the end of each month. Over 400 cyclists participate, ranging from young kids to experienced riders. Critical Mass is a nationwide movement that promotes bicycle use and adheres to the general rule that no rider is left behind. Leaders ride ahead and block intersections from car traffic so the group can safely maneuver city streets. Search “Fort Lauderdale Critical Mass” on Facebook for more information. Miami-Dade also has a Critical Mass ride which boasts thousands of riders and has its own Facebook page. Other fun Broward rides include the Monday Night B-Team Ride (Fort Lauderdale, 8 p.m.), Tour de Taco Tuesdays in Coconut Creek (last Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.), and the BiciHangeo Ride in Fort Lauderdale (12–14 mph) on Wednesday nights (8:30 p.m.). Search for these rides on Facebook. In Miami-Dade, the Everglades Bicycle Club offers a Beginners’ Ride the second Sunday of each month at 7:30 a.m. This ride teaches entry-level riders how to safely ride in groups, and group leaders are all certified in bike safety. All cyclists who can ride at least 11 mph are welcome. Everglades Bicycle Club, a popular and well-established group of super-nice people, has fantastic resources for cyclists. Check out their page on Facebook. In Palm Beach County, Performance Bike (9887 Glades Road, Boca Raton) offers Saturday morning no-drop group rides that are perfect for entry-level riders. The rides begin at 9 a.m. and are led by experienced cyclists. Call 561-405-4247 for more information. Keep in mind that helmets and lights (headlamps and tail lights) are required on all of these rides, but you don’t necessarily have to have a fancy road bike. Many groups are open to riders on mountain bikes, cruisers, and hybrids. Contact the group before you go to confirm details. And remember, before you leave for your ride, make sure your bike is working properly, your tires are inflated and you have plenty of water. See you on the road! —Mariah Reed Mariah Reed teaches theater classes at Broward College and enjoys riding her bike whenever possible. In her free time, she also writes plays, poetry and the occasional article for periodicals.
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HOW TO USE 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 five sections: Weekly Rides, Bike Shops, Trails/Parks, 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.
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Weekly Rides Broward County Saturday 7 a.m., Alligator Bicycles, Road, 43-52 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 10426 Taft St., Pembroke Pines, shop opens at 6:30 a.m., 954964-8586 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 Dr., Parkland, Walmart parking lot northwest section, cspexpress.com 39 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., Cycling Family Broward, Road, 36-48 miles,➜,➜, No Drop, 15993 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, check Facebook for updates 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.,
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.
Southwest Ranches, Hawkes Bluff Elementary, northeast corner of Dykes and Sterling Roads, teammemorial.com 7 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
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Regional Park, corner Saddle Club and South Post Roads, across from Weston YMCA, teammemorial. com 9 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 Hwy., Ft. Lauderdale, Performance Bicycle Shop, distance may vary depending on group, speed and conditions, performancebike.com/bike-shop/ store/fortlauderdale, 954-4002400 11 2:30 p.m., Hollyweird, All Bikes, ➜, No Drop, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Very slow ride for customized bikes the second Saturday of the month 133 Sunday 7 a.m., CSP Express, Road, 60 miles ➜,➜,➜, Drop, 6001 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs, Walmart parking lot northwest section, cspexpress.com 39 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., Bike Run and Brews, Road, 22 miles,➜, No Drop, 320 East Dania Beach Blvd.,
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entry level group ride, 754-4655998 122 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 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
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➜ 14-17 mph (C) ➜ 12-14 mph (D)
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, 954-3575160 24 8 a.m., Markham Trails Bike America, Mountain, Laps, No Drop, 16001 W. State Rd. 84, Sunrise, intermediate, stop in park office to view safety video, meet at trailhead, 954-4436340, Stefano 28
Claude, 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 39 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., 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
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Wellington
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66
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75 45
98
126 131
Okeechobee Blvd
Northlake Blvd
301
64
704 74
Dyer Park
Hypoluxo Rd
Forest Hill Blvd
77
95
Jupiter
99 81 65
Southern Blvd
TRNPK
PGA Blvd 132
90
82
North Palm
80
69
Magnolia Park
1
121
125
Palm Beach
Lantana
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Lake Worth
84
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Palm Beach Shores
83 Beach
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Riviera Beach
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Atlantic Blvd
35
117 76 114
Margate
Sample Rd
Wiles Rd
Parkland
Coral Springs
1 39
441
Lyons Rd
TRNPK
SW 18th St
30 95
135 22 68 12 23
88
75
1
2
4
7
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Lighthouse Point
Hillsboro Beach
Deerfield Beach
27 48 24 13 Lauderdale 11
5
72
Delray Beach
Gulf Stream
Briny Breezes
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115 Ocean
124 Boca Raton 111 109 108 87 A1A
71
128
85 127 110 130 86 95 118 1
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Atlantic Ave
Glades Rd
Jog Rd
75
27
14 4
821
69 72
Miami-Dade County
6
15
Broward County
29
31
5 21
88 62 103
75
Miramar
826
52
Earhart Park
69 68 22 Amelia
924
823
Miramar Pkwy
8 54 37 10 23
Griffin Rd
TRNPK
Pembroke Pines 34
Pines Blvd
28
15
75
56 25 41
Sterling Rd
43
595
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Cooper City
14
Sunrise
24 Sheridan St 19 3 1 13
2
19
32
34 51
36 46
Hialeah Gardens
55
89
16 7
22 45 26
Southwest Ranches
Weston
17 18 8 9
52 49 36 32 28
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NW 22 Ave
441
95
44
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29
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Hallandale Beach
31 38
Indian Creek Village
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
By-The-Sea
Bal Harbour
Haulover Park
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Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park
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61
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98 84 68 37 51 1
Miami Shores
25 133
47
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Hollywood A1A
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10 38 58 33
74 67 North Miami 45 Beach
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441
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SW 24 St
Doral Park
69 72
Hialeah Gardens
88 62 103
989
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992
85
52
77
Charles Deering Estate
61 Chapman Field Park
Matheson Hammock Park
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens
73
95
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17 100
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A1A Surfside
Cape Florida State Park
Virginia Key
56
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53
North Bay Village
A1A
Miami
395
195
Crandon Park
43
107
35 95 57
78
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Coconut Grove
63
64
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Hialeah
Flagler St
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69 68 22 Amelia
Miami International Airport
Palmetto Bay
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Memorial Auditorium, structured ride all levels, meetup.com/ SoFlaBikeClub 38 7:45 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 ➜ ride 35 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 7 a.m., Casita Ride Bike America, Road, 25-35 miles,➜, No Drop, 2648 NE 32nd St., Ft. Lauderdale, A1A, entry level group ride, 954443-6340 134 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 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 24 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
➜ 21-24 mph (A) ➜ 17-21 mph (B)
➜ 14-17 mph (C) ➜ 12-14 mph (D)
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 p.m. FVA Florida Velodrome Association, Track, laps, 9501 Sheridan Street, Cooper City, Brian Piccolo Sports Park, endurance motor-pacing, 954-357-5160 (after 3 p.m.) 24 7 p.m., Night Ride Bike America, Mountain, laps, No Drop, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Quiet Waters Park, Deerfield Beach, distance and speeds vary, third Wednesday of month, lights required, 954-5708122, bikeam.com 135 7:45 p.m., WOW Ride, Road, 28 miles,➜, 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
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Thursday 6 a.m., Mike’s Ride, Road, 36 miles,➜, Drop, 5216 N. Federal Hwy., 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,➜,➜,
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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 7:30 p.m., Bike Polo, 1150 G. Harold Martin Dr., Holiday Park, Ft. Lauderdale, check Ft. Lauderdale Co-Ed Bike Polo on Facebook for updates 38 Friday 6:30 a.m., CSP Express, Mountain, ➜, ➜, Drop, 6001 Coral Ridge Drive , Parkland, Walmart parking lot northwest section, speed varies subject to terrain, road and off-road 39 7:30 a.m., Team Memorial Jorge Pena, Road, 35 miles,➜,➜,
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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 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 Hwy., 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 Hwy., 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
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➜ 14-17 mph (C) ➜ 12-14 mph (D)
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 Ave. and NW 58th St., Miami, doralcyclingclub.com 69 7:30 a.m., Everglades Bicycle Club Training Ride, Road, 20-55 miles, ➜,➜,➜, No Drop, 5801 Augusto St., Coral Gables, Ponce De Leon Middle School, EvergladesBC.com/ ebcweeklyrideschedule 7:30 a.m., Kendall Lakes, Road, 62-75 miles,➜, SW 68th St. and 143rd Ave., 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
7:30 a.m., Aventura, Road, 50 miles,➜, Drop, West Country Club Dr. and Spoke Rd., Aventura, destination Key Biscayne 74 7:30 a.m., Don Pan, Road, 35 miles,➜, SW 57th Ave. and Sunset Dr., South Miami, hammer ride to Key Biscayne 75 7:30 a.m., Everglades Bicycle Club Beginner Group Ride, second Sunday of month, Road, 11 mph, 5801 Augusto St., Coral Gables, Ponce De Leon Middle School, training to ride Saturday C group (see above), RSVP to Ruben Fuentesrides@evergladesbc.com 201 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
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 St., Miami, doralcyclingclub.com 72 7 a.m., Team Hammerheads, Road, 40-68 miles, ➜,➜,➜, Coco Plum Cir., Coral Gables, ramon.perdomo@att.net 73
Monday 4 p.m., El Hueco, Road, 2.7 miles, ➜,➜, SW 117th Avenue and 97th St., Doral, loop Flagler Station 80 4:30 p.m., Kendall Lakes, Road, 28-40 miles,➜, SW 68th St. and 143rd Ave., 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 Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, South Miami 81
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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, 305940-1050 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 Ave. and 97th St., Doral, loop Flagler Station 86 4:30 p.m., Kendall Lakes, Road, 28-40 miles,➜,➜,SW 68th Street and 143rd Avenue, Miami, four-mile loop of Miccosukee Golf & Country Club 87 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., 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,
➜ 21-24 mph (A) ➜ 17-21 mph (B)
➜ 14-17 mph (C) ➜ 12-14 mph (D)
Coral Gables, ride to Key Biscayne, 305-668-9876 89 8 p.m., Taco Tuesdays, Road, 15-20 miles,➜,➜, 1070 SW 113th Place, Miami, urban ride with stop for food and drinks 90
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 Ave.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 St. and 143rd Ave.,, 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
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 St. and 143rd Ave., Miami, 4-mile loop of Miccosukee Golf & Country Club 93 7 p.m., Night Levee Ride Bike America, Mountain, 21-25 miles, ➜, No Drop, 6251 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, Publix parking lot, 561-640-3407, lights required, bikeam.com 301 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,
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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 Rd., Jupiter, average 28 mph with sprints up to 35 mph, gut-wrenching 113 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., 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 a.m. On Your Mark Club Ride, Road, first Sunday of the month, 25-35 miles, ➜,➜,➜, No Drop, 819 N. Federal Hwy., Lake Park, 561-842-2453 121 7:15 a.m., Griddle Ride, Road, 35-40 miles,➜,➜, 475 Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton, Eric Liner
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➜ 14-17 mph (C) ➜ 12-14 mph (D)
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
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 7 p.m., Night Levee Ride Bike America, Mountain, 21-25 miles, ➜, No Drop, 6251 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, Publix parking lot, 561-640-3407, lights required, bikeam.com 301
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 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 6:15 p.m. On Your Mark Levee Ride, Mountain, 15-20 miles, Mirasol Fire Station 11264 Jog Rd., Palm Beach Gardens, lights required, 561-842-2453 132 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
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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 B & J Bicycle Shop 1620 E. Sample Road Pompano Beach, 33064 954-946-7937 5 Bicycle Evolution 977 W. State Road 84 Fort Lauderdale, 33315 954-318-2453 6 Bicycle Generation 1346 E. Hillsboro Beach Blvd. Deerfield Beach, 33441 954-427-1484 7 Big Wheel Cycles 7035 Taft St. Hollywood, 33024 954-966-5545 8 Big Wheel Cycles 2698 N. University Drive Sunrise, 33322 954-742-3015 9
Big Wheel Cycles 1001 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, 33304 954-523-2453 10 Big Wheel Cycles 4500 N. Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale, 33308 954-493-5277 11 Big Wheel Outlet 7685 Pines Blvd., Hollywood, 33326, 954-440-3303 34 Bike America 401 Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, 33442 954-570-8122 12 Bike America 700 N. University Drive 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 Fort Lauderdale, 33316 954-523-1178 16 City Bikes 671 NW 100th Pl. Pembroke Pines, 33024 954-682-8889 19 Cycle Depot, The 830 E. Oakland Park Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, 33334
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954-565-3344 17 Cycling Tech Center 15972 W. State Road 84, Sunrise, 33326, 954-440-3303 36 Downtown Bicycle 2571 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, 33304 954-761-9920 18 Durango Bike Shop 15993 Pines Blvd. Pembroke Pines, 33027 954-443-3445 89 Frenchie’s Bicycle 2430 N. State Road 7 Margate, 33063 954-974-5340 20 George’s Cycle Shop 1029 SE 17th St. Fort Lauderdale, 33316 954-523-0785 21 Jim’s Bicycles 354 Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, 33442 954-418-6101 23 Lauderdale Cyclery 5429 N. Federal Highway Fort 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.
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Pembroke Pines, 33027 954-533-2675 28 Performance Bicycle 1201 N. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, 33304 954-400-2400 27 Pedrito’s Bike Shop 238 Commercial Blvd., Suite 1 Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 33308 954-652-1137 61 Rock and Road Bike Shop 153 Weston Rd. Weston, 33326 954-696-6450 31 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 Trek Bicycle Store 113 NW 136th Ave. Sunrise, 33325 954-851-0511 32 Trek Bicycle Store 1621 E. Sunrise Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, 33304 954-527-9099 33
Miami-Dade County 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 Link 6500 West 4th Ave, Suite 4 Hialeah, 33012 783-717-7400 22 Bike Masters 11606 N. Kendall Dr.
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Miami, 33176 305-598-7877 40 Bike Tech 2220 Coral Way Coral Gables, 33145 305-858-3343 41 Bike Tech 7525 Bird Road Miami, 33155 305-261-1211 63 Brevet Bikeshop & Service 9450 NW 58th St. Doral, 33178 786-431-5561 54 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 City Bikes 2801 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, 33137 786-437-6381 35 Coral Way Bicycle Shop 2237 Coral Way Coral Gables, 33145 305-856-5731 46 Cycle Mart 13799 S. Dixie Hwy. Palmetto Bay, 33176 305-238-5080 47 Cycle World Miami 8476 SW 40th St. Miami, 33165 305-221-2123 48 Elite Cycling & Fitness 13108 S. Dixie Hwy. 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 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 Miami Bike Shop, The 1800 Biscayne Blvd., #110 Miami, 33132 305-358-7004 57 RB Cycles 7930 NW 36th St. Doral, 33166 305-691-5556 42 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 South Miami Bike Shop 6600 SW 80th St. Miami, 33143 305-666-7702 60 Two Wheel Picker Bicycle Shop 12471 SW 130 St. Unit B-1
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Palm Beach County Bicycle Lab, The 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 561-391-0800 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 J Town Bicycle 126 Center St., #B-1
Jupiter, 33485 561-575-2453 81 Jack the Bikeman 2301 Florida Ave. West Palm Beach, 33401 561-832-0072 69 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 10287 Okeechobee Blvd., West 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. Lake Worth, 33460 561-547-1396 80 Richwagon Bike Sport 298 NE Sixth Ave. Delray Beach, 33483 561-243-2453 85 Riders Only 6230 W. Indiantown Rd. Jupiter, 33458 561-510-6659 88 Stuart’s Wild Ride 8177 Glades Road Boca Raton, 33434 561-477-1131 72 Trek Bicycle Store 335 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton, 33432 561-405-6987 87
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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 of Wellington 12794 Forest Hills Blvd., #36 Wellington, 33414 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 Bike Shop, The 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
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Mountain Bike Trails / Family Friendly Parks Cycling Quarterly is collecting information about mountain bike parks and trails. If you know of a park that is not listed or see a listing that has incorrect information posted here, please email info@cyclingquarterly.com so we can make this list as current and accurate as possible.
Broward County Markham Park 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise, seven days, 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m., weekdays free, weekends $1.50 per person, 13 miles of trails include novice, intermediate, expert, pro and adaptive, requires sign-in, waiver, safety video and a helmet, under 17 must have written consent from parent or legal guardian, 954-357-8868 Quiet Waters 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., summer hours 8 a.m.-7 p.m., $1.50 per person, weekdays free, novice, intermediate and expert, requires sign-in, waiver, safety video and helmet, under 17 must have written consent from parent or legal guardian, bike rentals, sales, and service by Bike America, 954357-5100
Miami–Dade County Virginia Key Mountain Bike Park
Arthur Lamb Jr. Rd., Miami, seven days, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., $6 per car weekdays, $8 per car weekends, helmets required Oleta River State Park 3400 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach, seven days, 8 a.m. to sunset, $6 per car, single occupant $4, pedestrians and cyclists $2, 10 miles of novice, intermediate, expert, bike rentals available, helmets required 305-919-1844 Amelia Earhart Park 401 E. 65th St.,Hialeah, seven days, sunrise to sunset, year round, free, $7 parking on weekends, beginners, intermediate and expert, Genesis Mountain Bike rentals weekends only, helmets required
Palm Beach County Dyer Park Dyer Perimeter/Dyer Hill 7301 Haverhill Rd., West Palm Beach,
seven days, sunrise to sunset, free, 4.4 miles, Dyer Perimeter Trail accommodates all levels of riders, Dyer Hill peaks at 55 ft., the trail is approximately 2.5 miles long ascending and descending, helmets required, 561-966-6600 Okeeheelee Park/Pinehurst Trail 7500 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach, seven days, sunrise to sunset, free, 4.1 miles, tight singletrack with berms, drops and shade, helmets required West Delray Regional Park 10875 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, seven days, sunrise to sunset, free, five miles, single-track, challenging and creative features, helmets required Jonathon Dickinson State Park 16450 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound, seven days, 8 a.m. to sunset, fee $4-$10 per vehicle, bicycles $2, nine miles of trails, novice, intermediate, and expert, bike rentals available, helmets required, 772-546-2771
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Miami–Dade County Miami South BMX 13050 SW 216th St., Miami, 33170 Tue., Practice, 6:30 p.m., Fee, $4.00
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Thu., Practice, Local Race, 6:30 p.m. Fee, $4.00 practice, $7.00 Race Sat., Practice, Local Race, 5 p.m., Fee $4.00 practice, $7.00 race Info: miamisouthbmx@att.net
Contact: Track Operator, Ben Haddix 305-216-6618
Palm Beach County Okeeheelee BMX Parents, Inc.
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7715 Forest Hills Blvd., West Palm Beach, 33413 Tue., Practice, 6:30 p.m.,
Thu., Practice, Local Race, 6:30 p.m. Fri., Practice, Local Race, 5 p.m., (see website for fees)
Contact: Track Operator, Info@ okeeheeleebmx.com
Stadium Tracks/Velodrome Cycling Quarterly is collecting information for this category. If you know of a track that is not listed, please email info@cyclingquarterly.com so we can make this list as current and accurate as possible. Brian Piccolo Sports Park and Velodrome 9501 Sheridan St. Cooper City, A
333.3-meter concrete cycling track with banking of approximately 30 degrees at the apex and a 200-meter infield warm-up track.
Bike rentals are available. 954-357-5160 (after 3pm)
Events/Festivals Cycling Quarterly is verifying events in South Florida to 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. July July 16, Sunday, Boca Raton, Frank Stark Ride 62, 30 miles, www. frankstarkride.com August August 26, Saturday, St. Augustine Rotary Bike Ride, 67, 29 miles, Registration Facebook. September September 9, Saturday, Eustis, Camp Boggy Creek, 60, 40, 20, 15 miles, 352-483-4125, www. boggycreek.org
September 10, Sunday, Heathrow, Champions Ride For Charities, 103, 66, 36, 10 miles, www. championsrideforcharities.com September 10, Sunday, Fernandina Beach, Endless Summer Watermelon Ride, 100, 75, 55, 30, 19 miles, Registration Facebook. September 16, Saturday, Palm Coast, Flagler Fondo, 100, 77, 50, 41, 28, 20 miles, support@ flaglerfondo.com, Registration Facebook .
September 16, Saturday, Sunrise, Ladder 75 Challenge, 62, 31 miles, info@343honorride.com, Markham Park, ride sponsor City Bikes Pembroke Pines. September 23, Saturday, Key Largo, ReMARcable Tour de Keys, 100 miles, 305-296-9556, www. marchouse.org, Relay teams OK. September 24, Sunday, Miami, Gran Fondo Miami, 100, 60, 25 miles, www.granfondomiami.com
Clubs/Organizations Cycling Quarterly is trying to reach each club and organization in 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 Cycling Family Broward
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Road bikes, group rides, all levels Arnie Prieto 954-274-1515, Denise Marsh, 954-270-5142 One Love Cycling Road bikes, group rides, all levels, Facebook, Onelovecycling
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South Broward Wheelers Davie southbrowardwheelers.com Team Memorial Hollywood 954-985-5800 teammemorial.com zMotion Road bikes, tri-athletes, all levels South Florida – Tri-County, zmotion. org, Lauren Atchison, 561-2997481
Miami–Dade County EBC 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
Photo: Judy Borich
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SAFE ROADS — Cycling Quarterly supports all things cycling, and that includes the City of Fort Lauderdale’s efforts to help develop ways to make cycling safer in the city. CQ attended the 6th annual City of Fort Lauderdale Transportation Summit on May 9th. We all have stories about the challenges between motorists and cyclists, and we would like to thank the efforts of the City of Fort Lauderdale for their hard work on those challenges. Awards of recognition were given to Christine Fanchi, Fort Lauderdale’s Livability Planner in the Transportation and Mobility Department, and our very own RBX and B-cycle celebrity, Jeff Torkleson.
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Spotlight On Women Cycling
Cycling’s X Chromosome Factor
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n the 1800s, the relatively inexpensive bicycle provided an excellent form of transportation for women, who often had little access to a horse or a car. Historians postulate that the freedom women found through their bicycles factored into the suffragette movement. So, from the start, bicycles have helped women demonstrate their badassery! For instance, in 1894, on a bet, Annie Kopchovsky bicycled around the world. Given 15 months to complete her travels, she collected her $10,000 prize with two weeks to spare. Annie Kopchovsky bicycled around the world in 1894.
Women cyclists have made many notable accomplishments since, including: • 1924: Italian Alfonsina Strada, the only woman to participate in the major stage race the Giro d’Italia, left the “a” off the end of her first name on her application. Organizers, thinking she was a man, gave her a spot. • 1938: Billie Fleming cycled 29,603 miles in one year, setting a 78-year women’s record. • 2001: Lynne Taylor set the current women’s 1000-mile road-bike record: 64 hours, 38 minutes. • 2012: German Juliana Buhring set the women’s solo around-theworld record: 18,020 miles in 152 days. Cycling Quarterly South Florida
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2016: Amanda Coker broke the men’s one-year mileage record of 76,076 miles. But stage races? In 1988, 64 years after Strada’s Giro d’Italia, the Giro d’Italia Femminile, a stage race for women, was established – and was renamed the Giro Rosa in 2013. Then there’s the Tour de France! Its 104th edition occurs July 1-23, starting in Düsseldorf, Germany, and finishing at the Champs-Elysees. Up to 198 riders – all men – will start. “Well,” you say, “what about the ladies?” The Tour de France Féminin, the first professional women’s stage race modeled on the Tour de France, held its inaugural race in 1984, a one-day event of 13 laps around the Champs-Elysees. Revived in 2014 as La Course by Le Tour de France, this year’s version will consist of a July 20th race to the top of the Col d’Izoard, one of the most fabled climbs in the French Alps, and a July 22nd pursuit-style race between the winner and everyone who finished within five minutes of her. So, while you are binge-watching the Tour de France, tune into La Course. You’ll see women can rock those pedals, too! —Karrie Norberg Karrie Norberg is an emergency department nurse in Miami. She fell in love with BMX in 2005 and is in her second year as a Liv Ambassador, promoting women’s involvement in all kinds of cycling.
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Dora Suarez is a ride marshal for TDP South and a ride leader for Everglades Bicycle Club in Miami-Dade County.
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April 21, 2017—Natalie Brock, on day one of the ride, shows off her goal to ride from Orlando to Melbourne. Natalie is a breast-cancer survivor who, along with close to 100 other cyclists, participated in the event. Natalie was 35 when she was diagnosed and last year went through 20 rounds of chemo and 10 surgeries. She says a big part of her strength came from her YSC sisters. The ride is a celebration of life for all of them who have the strength to ride and raise money to fight breast cancer.
Never Too Old, Never Too Late, Never Give Up
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The Tour de France Féminin-1984
hen Title IX passed in 1972, it wasn’t even a blip on 16-year-old Patty Peoples’ radar. The future women’s cycling trailblazer grew up running and playing and helping with yard work. In those days, in that kind of town, if you wanted to play ball, you didn’t join a league—you grabbed a muddy ball and your dad’s old mitt and met your friends at the sandlot after chores were done. Hard physical activity was woven into your existence—and it helped build the foundation for Patty’s remarkable journey through the world of sports. Patty’s first experience with organized sport was in college. A sign posted on campus read, “Rugby players wanted, no experience necessary.” No experience? Perfect! Even though Patty was terrible, coming in last in every drill, her underlying fitness, competitiveness and mental toughness gave her an edge. “I had these goals, and I was going to stay the course,” she says. And she did, gaining the respect of her coach and fellow players—and a starting spot on the team. Flash forward to 1982. Inspired by a boyfriend’s experience, Patty took on her first triathlon—then went all in, aiming for the 1983 Ironman in Kona. But she had to win the East Coast Tri Championship first. Meanwhile, someone suggested she try out for the inaugural Olympic Cycling Trials. Patty, who had never ridden in a pack, attended a cycling clinic and spoke with an Olympic coach about the idea. He thought she was crazy—until Patty was crowned East Coast Triathlon Champion, posting the fastest female bike split (and earning her spot in the Ironman!). At the Ironman, carpet tacks scattered deliberately across the road dashed
Photo courtesy of USAT
Patty celebrates making history—again—as the first female finisher at the USAT Sprint Duathlon National Championships in 2012 at the youthful age of 55. Cycling Quarterly South Florida
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many racers’ hopes—including Patty’s. Then the call came that put her on the path to history: “Would you like to train at the Olympic Center with the U.S. Women’s National Team in preparation for the Olympic Cycling Trials?” Patty still chokes up when she remembers this moment. She was not initially welcomed by the cycling ladies, though. They threw sidelong glances at her flashy triathlete gear and were concerned about her lone-wolf riding ways. But Patty won them over and developed into an excellent climber and time-trial racer, winning her first race in a solo breakaway, despite dropping her chain on the final climb. During the Olympic Trials, Patty rode as a domestique for the 7-Eleven women’s team. Given the okay to race for herself, she finished an astonishing 14th, but didn’t earn a place on the team. She did, however, gain a spot on the team that would race the first-ever women’s Tour de France in 1984. The Tour de France Féminin followed the same roads as the men’s race, including all the difficult climbs. The women raced 21 of the men’s 23 stages, but each stage was shortened. They covered 671 miles to the men’s 2485.5 miles. When injured team leader Betsy King stepped back, Marianne Martin took up the challenge. Patty, as designated domestique, succeeded in keeping Marianne in the lead, and Marianne ended up the first winner of the Féminin, finishing in 29 hours, 39 minutes, 2 seconds. Patty raced in the second Féminin, in 1985, and participated in the 1988 Olympic trials. In 1989, although she attended Hawaii’s Cycle to the Sun as a journalist, she ended up as the second-place woman. The first-place man and woman earned entry into the Tour de Japan. When the first-place woman was unable to go, Patty got the spot—beside her husband, Tom, the first-place man! They both won in Japan—making a terrific podium picture and gaining them both spots in the Tour de Okinawa, Patty’s last bicycle-only race to date. In 2009, Patty qualified for the Duathlon World Championship. At the World Championships in 2011, she was in 12th place overall after the first run, but rode such a fantastic bike leg that race authorities questioned the veracity of her time—until she reminded them of her Tour de France Féminin performances. She finished fourth overall, first in her age group and posted the fastest female bike spilt. She was 55 at the time. “Finally,” Peoples says, a bit choked up, “after nearly 30 years, I earned a world championship title.” Undefeated in her division in over 40 races since 2010, in 2012, Patty was the first-ever USAT Duathlon National Champion female overall, beating women half her age. She was USAT Athlete of the Year in 2011, 2013 and 2015 and has been on the podium over 200 times, with over 150 wins. All of which proves Patty’s mantra: “Never too old. Never too late. Never give up!’” Viva, Patty, you are an inspiration to us all! —Karrie Norberg 30
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Focus on Taco Tuesday
This was a very cool group of slow riders and their one-of-a-kind bikes. Everything from Alfred Lopez’s bike that shows off his amazing artwork to John Good’s Rastafarian bike, gives new dimension to the world of cycling fun. Check our ride listing for more information about this ride.
Photos: Bruce Borich
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