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AN AIR OF CONFIDENCE

+ BIKE TO WORK

five steel bikes for your daily commute

+ E-COMMUTER GUIDE

answers to questions you didn’t know you had

+CARGO BIKES

the basics of bicycles for transport

BROMPTON FOLDING BIKE RACE | REDLANDS CLASSIC | 2016 EVENT CALENDAR HAIBIKE E-MTB INNAUGURAL RACE | 2016 RACING CALENDAR | CLUB DIRECTORY

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EDITOR'S NOTE Bike To Work 4 NEW & NOTEWORTHY Did You Hear About... 5 READER'S RIDES Your Photos #socalbicyclist 6 COMMUTE Bike To Work 10 COMMUTE Workplace Commuting Survival Guide 11 THE ELECTRIC AGE The Perfect E-Commuter 12 COMMUTE Cargo Bikes For Real-World Commutes 17 COMMUTE Bicycles & Trains: 5 Bikes 5 Stations 26 LAST PAGE A Silent Proclamation 46

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DETROIT BIKES Zak Pashak 7 SAN DIEGO WIND TUNNEL An Air Of Confidence 19 BROMPTON Folding Bike Race HAIBIKE EMTB RACE Monterey, CA 2016 REDLANDS CLASSIC Redlands, CA

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SADDLES Brooks England, LTD. 18 BIKES Detroit A-Type 28

Dahon Speed D7 30

Faraday Porteur 32

Linus Roadster Classic 34

Brooklyn Driggs 3 36 BAGS Two Wheel Gear Backpack 38

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HIGHLIGHTS & PREVIEWS 38 2016 CYCLING EVENT CALENDAR 39 GRAVEL Adventure Racing / Grinders

COMPETITIVE MTB Get Dirty, Ride Clean COMPETITIVE ROAD Test Yourself RECREATION Help A Cause, Make New Friends ULTRA LENGTH 150 Miles And More ARTS & CULTURE Off The Bike

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DIRECTORY Find Your Future Peloton 45

COVER Adam De Vos of Rally Cycling perfects his form at the San Diego Wind Tunnel. Read the story on page 19. southern california BICYCLIST #132

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Editor's Note

Bike to Work

Steel City Bikes and SoCal Rail Stations

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ue to its strength and ubiquity in transportation vehicles, steel is considered utilitarian, even old-fashioned when in the company of newer metals. Yet, there’s a certain nostalgia for the material, especially when it comes to bicycles and, in particular, when bicycling to work. In this issue, we acknowledge National Bike Month and have put together informative articles on commuting to work, with a spotlight on a mode of transportation that SoCal drivers may not have considered: rail transport.

A problem that has long plagued public transportation officials is how to get more people to use it. In urban centers,

the distance to a local station is manageable by foot. But, in the Southland, the benefit of using public transportation is offset if it involves a 15-minute walk to the local station.

Cycling gives the commuter a way to bridge this gap. For a long time, SoCal’s infrastructure didn’t encourage this.

Even basic bike racks weren’t as ubiquitous as you’d expect. Fortunately, this has changed.

As various municipalities embrace cycling because of its ability to connect rail systems and individual homes, services are being provided to accommodate people with bikes. With freeways

becoming even more congested, the idea of biking to work isn’t as far-fetched as it once may have seemed. Using our rail system, in combination with a bicycle, provides a suitable alternative that is more enjoyable and less stressful than commuting daily by car.

To celebrate the synergy between SoCal public transport systems and the bicycling community, we take a look at five steel bikes and five rail stations that, in combination, may redefine how you live your life.

See you at the station,

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TECHNOLOGY Batteries That Never Need Replacing MAKER elEVENPINE LAUNCHES AT SEA OTTER UCI researchers invent new battery material.

University California, Irvine doctoral candidate Mya Le Thai and chair of UCI’s chemistry department Reginald Pennar developed a nano-wire technology that allows lithium-ion batteries to be recharged hundreds of thousands of times without a loss in battery output or diminished charging capacity. The implications for such a technology are broad. An improvement like this removes design constraints that typically require a battery to be replaceable. Further, the significant environmental benefits of such a technology help to answer questions about the sustainability of a world (bicycle or otherwise) dependent on powered devices.

Casual performance apparel for the serious cyclist.

ElevenPine is a fledgling company with an innovation in cycling attire. They produce casual performance shorts as an answer to cyclists who want an alternative to spandex. This seeming incongruity is the result of a snug, but not lycra-tight pair of well designed, comfortable shorts with a zipper on each side that loosens the legs for casual wear. SCB will have a complete test on this product in issue number 133.

MAKER SHIMANO Di2 XT GROUP

Electric shifting for mountain bike for the masses.

Shimano joined SRAM in the trickle-down race by unveiling XT level Di2 electronic shifting at the Sea Otter Classic. This long-awaited group will bring the technology within the grasp of many consumers. Both XT and XTR groups can be configured with a tablet or smart phone.

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A small icon (exactly like this one: ) is hidden somewhere in this issue. If you locate it and enter our Find The Chain Link contest, you may win a FREE one-year subscription (or an additional year for existing subscribers) to the print edition of SCB. To enter, go to socalbicyclist.com/ftc and complete the online entry form or send an entry with your name and phone number to FTC c/o Southern California Bicyclist 14252 Culver Dr. Irvine, CA 92604. Entries must be received by May 20, 2016 for consideration. The winning entry will be selected using a random-number generator and announced in a future print issue.

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(Los Angeles, CA) Issue #131 - Page 37 The winner of last issue's FTC drawing was Ed Johnson of Los Angeles, CA. He correctly identified the icon on page 37, located on the down-tube of the All-City bike. His patternrecognition skills have earned him a one-year print subscription to SCB magazine.

BOOK Shoulder to Shoulder

Bicycle Racing in the Age of Anquetil

In the 1960’s, professional and recreational cycling had reached a turning point. It entered a new era where cycling was pushed out of popularity by the car-centric culture, and thrust into an age of booming technology that had a voracious appetite for media superstars.

The book “Shoulder to Shoulder: Bicycle Racing in the Age of Anquetil”, introduces the characters who lit up the peloton between the eras of Coppi and Merckx.

Foremost was the rider named Jacques Anquetil who is known as being part of the most stylish and most successful cyclists of his time. Within these pages is a vivid and intimate photographic history highlighting the professionals on and off the bike, including photos with Raymond Poulidor, Frederico Bahamontes, Rik van Looy, and Tom Simpson. Each photo is labeled with the riders’ names, the race it is from, and a short caption. Even in the absence of a complete narrative, the photos tell the whole story and more. ($17, Horton Collection) Send your news, updates and corrections to editor@socalbicyclist.com

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detroit bikes Zak Pashak: The Canadian Re-Building America By Bicycle

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rowing up in Calgary, Zak Pashak was always intrigued by the city's infrastructure and the many modes of transportation moving through his "sprawling mass of a city." Though most of his youth was spent in Canada, Zak was drawn to U.S. popular culture and influenced by performers like Eddie Murphy, the music coming from Detroit, and the American urban scene. During his early 20’s, Zak earned a living by running music venues and festivals, and is known for starting the Sled Island Music & Arts Festival, which has gained a considerable amount of popularity and notoriety since it’s inception in 2007.

Despite his successful career in the music industry, Zak still had the urge to immerse himself in American culture and capitalism.

Although he had taken many trips to Detroit to enjoy the music scene (the motherland, if you will), he soon realized that he had increasingly become even more invested in the politics of the city.

Through his own independent research, he learned about municipal politics and transportation policies. When he saw how desolate the “Motor City” of his childhood dreams had become, he knew he wanted to contribute to improving its economy. He believed that the city and the people were being ignored and many remained homeless and jobless because of the failing automotive industry.

Zak Pashak has gone all in with the purchase of a 50,000 sq. ft.

Detroit factory dedicated to building bicycles to last a lifetime for the masses.

Zak believed in the potential of the people and sought a 21st century remedy for Detroit's industrial failure: Bicycles. He purchased a 50,000 square foot factory on Griswald St. in Detroit and turned it into a bustling bike factory, Detroit Bikes, with the capacity to turn out almost 100 bikes a day.

This year, Detroit Bikes announced that they will manufacture thousands of bikes for New Belgium Brewery, along with other custom manufacturing contracts. Pashak related that they recently entered into an agreement to be a supply chain partner for a major U.S. bike share provider. With this increased workload, Detroit Bikes continues to add additional positions to the factory, including welders, powder-coaters and bike assemblers. -KO

The attention to detail is remarkable especially when you consider it's all made in one factory in Detroit. And the dust? Read our experiential report on page 28.

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Listen to the full story on the scb.fm podcast: Episode 30 The Brompton World Championship USA took place on the west coast for the first time in its 10 year history. The unsanctioned race brought together a collection of racers with some particularities that distinguish the Brompton race from any other race involving two wheels - the most notable being that the event is for folding bikes only. In a nod to the commuting roots that folding bikes have grown out of, the riders are not allowed to display any visible lycra. In place of the stretchy fabric ubiquitous to cycling, the “Bromptoneers” were resplendent in suits, ties, dresses and pantsuits. To reward their enthusiasm, a best costume is awarded at all Brompton World Champs. Another quirk of the Brompton World Championship is the Le Mans style start that begins all races. The participants are required to run to their bikes from the starting line, unfold and assemble before they can attempt the 5 laps around Laguna Seca.

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bike to work Perform Better At Life transit and you can find very efficient and direct routes that will join your home to your desk chair.

Use one of the many mobile apps designed to do just this, or, at the very least, Google Maps, which will give you a solid start to navigating your route.

Select "Bike" as your mode of travel. As expected from an algorithmic navigation, there may be some quirks, but it's an excellent beginning to plotting your course.

Once you have a general idea of the distances and specifics of your commute, the next consideration would be the type of bicycle you'll ride. How far will you be going? Unrealistic distances can doom longterm compliance due to the short recovery time available to a regularly commuting cyclist. Start slowly and work your way into commuting every day or consider an e-bike or public transit to cover large distances.

Electric Age The distances involved in a SoCal commute are mitigated with the use of public transit and e-bikes.

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ince 1956, May has been called National Bike Month. The advocacy group, League of American Bicyclists, carries on the tradition by working to celebrate and showcase the many benefits gained from incorporating a bicycle into daily life, beyond the goals of fitness and recreation. It's a hard sell to non-cyclists who imagine commuting by bicycle in the same way as their commute by car: it's already terrible, so why make it worse by adding morning friction and complexity to an already stressful day?

No Better Time Commuting by bicycle can be very different, in positive ways, from commuting to work by automobile. You take different roads, you are among like-minded people, and more of your time is spent actively experiencing and engaging with the world around you. The increasing frequency of supportive municipal infrastructure, legislative changes that benefit cyclists, and a wide choice of dependable machines and new technologies, all join to make this the best time to make bicycling part of your work life.

Charting Your Course Naturally, every region has a unique set of circumstances to consider. Many trails available to bikes bisect large areas and allow a ride with no traffic and no stopping. Combine that with public

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This past year, legislative protections afforded to e-bikes in California now allow certain types to be used on all bike paths and trails. Although their speed is capped at 20mph, the ability to carry cargo and maintain a higher average speed makes them a compelling option in SoCal. Additionally, e-bikes have come down in price with the distance range on a single charge numbering in the triple digits. Further, combined with the extensive SoCal infrastructure developed by municipalities that continues to expand every year, the e-bike has the potential to replace the second vehicle in a two-vehicle household.

Perform Better at Life Some initial complexities will need to be worked out, but the long-term benefits of bicycling to work are well wor th it. Those benefits aren't just the individual health, environmental or social benefits. Af ter adopting a consistent routine of commuting by bicycle, you'll look, feel and per form *better* at life. Productivity at work will increase or you’ll be inspired to make a change.

Your sleep will improve and be more restful.

And you'll spend less time trapped in your car, isolated from the natural world. We're living at a time when “rush-hour” isn't a specific time, but a state of being for most southland freeways and a state of mind for many commuters. And it's not getting better. Why not make the most of the shor t time we have on this cosmic ride and spend it experiencing the richness of the world around you? -CR

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Workplace Commuting SURVIVAL GUIDE

By Cate Clark

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eciding to travel to work on two self-powered wheels may be by choice or necessity. Either way, many people in SoCal make this journey daily in many different ways. Some zip by gridlocked traffic on their e-bikes, while others leisurely ride through tree-lined residential neighborhoods. Some climb the hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean before rolling into their work place parking lot. Whichever route you take, a certain amount of pre-ride planning will make the post-ride transformation (into a wellgroomed employee) effortless.

buddy system As a start, a new commuter might want to connect with a co-worker who already commutes. It’s a way to learn about the optimal designated biking routes and undiscovered side roads (or use Google’s bike map directions). Do a route test ride on a non-workday. See how you feel afterwards and calculate how long it will actually take on a workday with adjustments for rushhour traffic. Start simple and consider being a parttime commuter as you build up endurance and confidence. Some days may not be suitable for cycling, depending on the weather or special work activities.

No need to push. Even if you are committed to everyday commuting, have a back-up plan for days when it just isn’t feasible.

safety first

The first consideration, wear bright colors and be seen.

traffic laws. Act predictably and signal your intentions.

clothing considerations Once you arrive at work, your pre-planned transformation may require a full or partial change of clothes. Clothing, grooming supplies, and work materials can be carried on a rear rack with a bag that can be attached or hung from it, a front or rear basket, or a backpack. A rear rack may make balancing weighty cargo easier than carrying multiple items in a front basket. A backpack may make you sweaty.

For everyday, good weather commuting, wear moisture-wicking layers that can be removed as you go. Carry a chamois towel, popular with swimmers. For anyone attired in a dress or skirt, wearing a pair of white, black or nude-colored cycling shorts underneath (some even have lace) can double as an undergarment. If your commute is longer than 20-30 minutes, wear cycling shorts without underwear and put on clean undies upon arrival. Shoe selections can range from running A variety of products are available to protect your body. shoes to stilettos, depending on your experience and It’s advisable to wear bright, reflective clothing, or at least comfort. For rain, have a back-up plan or pack suitable a reflective vest and arm/leg bands for a commute during clothing, pants and coat, or a stylish rain cape. twilight hours. Helmets are mandatory and available with lights and other safety features. Gloves reduce vibration Smell Fresh, Go Faster and are critical if you fall. Safety or biking glasses protect Keep necessary toiletries at work, such as baby wipes, your eyes from bugs and debris from passing cars. on-the-go pre-moistened facial wipes, deodorant, a Safety should be the primary concern of every commuter.

Begin with your equipment. Keep your bike in good working order and carry a simple tool kit (tube, tire levers, and pump) that you know how to use. Learn the best way to configure your bike lock. Place a white light on the front of your bike and a red light on the rear. Finally, consider purchasing fenders to guard against splashing mud and water.

More importantly, even if you wear a sparkly helmet and glowing jacket, don’t assume drivers see you. Stay mentally focused on your ride. Look around and cover all areas of your field of vision every 5-10 seconds. Check windows of parked cars to make sure no one is about to exit. Take time at intersections to come to a complete stop. Ride on the correct side of the road and follow all

hair dryer, anti-frizz spray, dry shampoo, and cosmetics.

“Helmet hair’ may be prevented by first tying a silk scarf over your hair or switching the part before putting on the helmet. Simplifying your hairstyle and make-up routine are additional ways to streamline the transition from cycling commuter to fresh-smelling and wellgroomed co-worker.

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Electric Age

The Perfect e-COmmuter A Buying Guide

Before you decide what bike you'll need, determine the requirements of your commute, as mentioned earlier in this issue. For the "commute" above, we had a 150 miles to cover with a load of camera gear. Read the story in SCB #129.

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erfect? Sorry, but it's not that simple. No e-bike will be perfect for every commuter and use-case, but there is an optimal electric twowheeled vehicle for you. This primer will help you select an e-bike that satisfies your functional requirements and falls within your financial constraints.

Local E-bike shop to the Rescue An important first step as you begin your quest is to find a dealer who will be a partner in your decision.

An e-bike represents a substantial investment and the dealer must make your interests the top priority. Because the dealer will be your interface with the manufacturer for warranty issues and may perform some of the maintenance on your bike, you will want someone you consider reliable and trustworthy. Fortunately, SoCal has excellent shops with knowledgeable employees and great e-bike selections. They are eager to have you test their products since they know that once you've ridden an e-bike, you'll be enthralled with its utility. Some shops rent e-bikes and it might be feasible to explore this avenue for additional input.

Hub-Drive, Mid-Drive, Sex-Drive The propulsion systems that predominate the e-bike market are “hub drives,” where the motor is encased in the front or rear hub. In middrives, the motor is incorporated into the crank-set. In general, front and rear hub motors are preferred for flat or mildly hilly terrain and mid-drives for steep ascents. A rear motor

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is used for most hub systems, but a front motor means a lighter-weight bike and can be an excellent choice for cargo applications with the added front weight balanced with a rear cargo load.

Hub motors are an excellent choice for many applications since the motor is contained inside the wheel and doesn’t accelerate wears on the drivetrain. They are either of two types, direct drive (DD) or geared. The DD motor is a rudimentary system having only one moving part in which the axle is held and the body of the motor spins. The one disadvantage of DD's is they are usually large and heavy for their power output. Geared motors are smaller since they have gearing inside the hub which reduces the high speed of the motor to the low speed of the hub. They are also much lighter than DD motors and as a result usually have better acceleration. Their disadvantages are they have many moving parts which are subject to wear and they dissipate heat less effectively than DD motors.

Mid-drives are very effective for hilly areas since they multiply the output of the gearing system at the crank-set. This allows the rider to use the bike's transmission as the motor's gears and the engine operates in an optimum RPM range to exhibit more efficient use of battery power. Additionally, they provide better weight distribution by being centrally located in the lowest part of the frame. They are usually more expensive than hub motors and result in increased drive-train wear.

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voltage considerations

The controller, the brain of an e-bike, converts the direct current (DC) voltage of the battery to an alternating current (AC) form that can be used by the motor. Typically, controllers have a low voltage cutoff (LVC) to prevent the battery from over discharging, sensors which measure the position of the motor, and shunt resistors which limit the amount of current being transferred to the motor. This last feature insures that the battery isn't overstressed and the motor doesn't get excess current which could cause it to overheat.

Batteries range from 24 volts (V) to 48V. The maximum speed of an e-bike is roughly proportional to voltage.

For hub motors 24V, 15 mph; 36V, 18-20 mph; 48V, 28 mph. Mid-drives are set for 20 mph or 28 mph maximums depending on their classifications. The amp hours (A/h) of a battery, usually 10 A/h to 20 A/h relate to "the gas is in the tank". A 36V, 10 A/h battery has 360 (36 X 10) watt hours, and can propel a 170 pound rider on flat terrain with no wind and mild pedaling about 15 miles on a bike with a hub motor. Higher voltage, more A/h, a lighter rider, downhill road, tail wind and vigorous pedaling will increase mileage while the converse is true. Mid-drive mileages should routinely average at least 25 percent more than hub motors.

Some key questions to consider: • • • • • • •

What is your price range?

Do you have a flat or hilly commute?

How far will you travel?

What is your desired speed?

Will you be carrying cargo? Or children?

Do you need to take your bike up stairs?

Is taking your bike on a train or bus part of your commute?

• Are you able to charge your battery at work?

• Do you want pedal assist (PAS), throttle or both?

Next steps Now you're prepared to relate your requirements to an e-bike shop and continue your education by road-testing the models they recommend. This primer has only scratched the surface of the many terms bandied about like brushed and brush-less motors, regenerative braking, "turns" of copper in the motor, back electromotive force (EMF), hall sensors, field-effect-transistors (FET's), sine-wave and square-wave controllers as well as many others. Good luck and enjoy the journey as you find your very own optimal e-bike. -BB

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2016 SEA OTTER CLASSIC in review

HAIBIKE eMTB RACE Monterey, CA

For those who may have wondered whether anyone would show up to participate in an eMTB race, the adage "if you build it, they will come" held true. This new type of racing has been welcomed in Europe, and the Sea Otter Classic included it in their race schedule for the 26th anniversary of the festival. The race wrapped around the grasslands surrounding the Laguna Seca racetrack in Monterey and was an open category with all ages and genders competing in one event.

At the end of it, the race looked like any other MTB race. The bikes used an electronic pedal assist that augments the rider’s pedal stroke, although the benefit is only appreciable on inclines. This resulted in a race with a slightly higher average speed, but you wouldn't be able to tell the difference beyond the steep climbing segments.

At places where racers would usually be grinding up the trail at 8-10 mph, these riders were able to move at 16mph. This allowed for a little more action as they maneuvered around each other, rather than tucking in and slogging to the top but this subtle action wasn’t apparent to the casual observer.

Stay tuned for future e-bike events as these bikes become more popular and riders look for ways to share their newfound enthusiasm for something very familiar to bicyclists - competition! -CR

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TOP Racers in the inaugural eMTB race make their way around the course at the 2016 Sea Otter Classic festival held in Monterey. The event is the first of it's kind in the US, though the bikes are raced extensively in Europe.

BOTTOM The race had both men and women competing against each other: eMTB - the Great Equalizer!

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Cargo bikes forBy Jerold real-world commutes Mitchell

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lose your eyes for a moment. Visualize a commuter bicycling to work. Pictures of an unencumbered, stylish, youthful single person may come to mind. What your mind's eye didn't see were the kids or more than two bags of groceries that many commuters also need to transport.

For families, the daily commute has more moving parts than home, office, and the roads in-between.

Ferrying children to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other appointments are par for the course. Carrying extra food for parents who work out and snacks for kids takes up more space than typical panniers can handle.

Enter the bakfiets. Referred to as cargo bikes in North America, these purpose-built bikes may change your view of what is “bike possible.” The A bakfiet available for rent at The Mob Shop in Ojai. Try translation of the Dutch word “bakfiets” refers to out a cargo bike over a weekend and see how it could its utilitarian quality and means “box bike.” The ma- compliment your life. How would you use it? jority are simply either load in the front or load in them apart is that a large front rack is attached dithe back models. rectly to the frame. A cycletruck’s size is in-between The load in the front model comes with two or a commuter bike and a folding bike. Midtails are three wheels. The two-wheeled “long john” looks short longtails. like a normal bike behind the handlebars. But, in With all the publicity given to the economic, health front sits a box that can hold children and supplies. A and environmental benefits of biking to work, ridsmaller wheel in front of the box fits on a BMX-sized ers with children are often not considered. But the fork. On the tricycle, a box is located between two dream of commuting to work by bicycle doesn’t front wheels, often with a shopping cart style-han- need to be abandoned because of growing famdlebar. Everything else resembles the familiar dia- ily responsibilities. Explore your choices and join mond frame bicycle. the growing community of cargo bike commuters.

As the name implies, the load in the back “longtail” is a standard bicycle with the chain permanent- Jerold was literally driven to cargo bikes in an effort to better enjoy his local West Los Angeles community with his family. ly stretched out. The rear rack is built in. On some models, the geometry requires the use of a smaller Cargobikelane.com is where Jerold shares all he learns about bikes that make a car-light/car-free life easier. rear tire. This creates a lower center of gravity which pays dividends when hauling tall boxes or squirmy little ones.

With options for hauling three hundred pounds or more, commuters needing to move more than themselves have choices. If moving a load consisting of two or three kids, six bags of groceries, and anything else picked up on the way home sounds intimidating, electrify any of these bikes out of the box, or with after market electric motors, and you'll feel like a super hero.

Bike commuters face challenges that can continue at the office door. If your office only has a large closet on the eighth floor to store your bicycle, or you live in a high-rise. fear not. “Cycletrucks” and “midtails” are variations that fit into small places without giving up much in the way of hauling capacity. What sets

A cycletruck allows passengers or stationary loads to be carried over considerable distances with ease.

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Brooks England Ltd. Celebrating 150 Years of Innovation

rooks England Ltd. has partnered with Brompton, Canyon and Skeppshult, to release special edition bikes commemorating the iconic saddle maker’s 150 years in business.

The London-based company started as a leather goods manufacturer, but when owner John Boultbee Brooks needed a bicycle to replace a horse that had died, he vowed to do something about the uncomfortable ride and patented his leather saddle design in 1882.

Today, Brooks is still making their saddles and using methods pioneered in the last century while also moving to the forefront of saddle technology by developing a carbon fiber saddle, the Cambium C13, which they released earlier this year. Riders should look forward to continued innovations from Brooks. Even after 150 successful years, their breakthroughs make it seem like they're just getting started. -CR

Left The special edition folding bike is a collaboration between Brompton Folding Bikes and Brooks England Ltd. that commemorates the 150 years the iconic saddle maker has been in business.

Below The Brooks England Cambium C13 continues the tradition of quality while holding the title for innovation with their carbon racing saddle weighing in at a feathery 259 g. ($219)

• 100% All Natural Ingredients

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Inside The San Diego Wind Tunnel With The Rally Cycling Race Team

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he San Diego Wind Tunnel, built in 1945, was originally constructed to provide aerodynamic testing for Consolidated Aircraft, the manufacturer of the B-24. During the 60+ years of its existence, various owners have overseen the operation of this low speed wind tunnel (LSWT), with a vast array of industries perfecting its design through testing and analysis. In 2006, the San Diego Air & Space Museum acquired ownership of this unique facility, one of a handful in the United States and the only one in the U.S. that is privately owned.

Still under ownership of the museum, the tunnel operates five days a week with a booked schedule of time rented to a wide variety of industries.

Aero Bro' Aerodynamic considerations have long been a historical concern of cyclists. The drop shape of road racing handlebars, the clingy-ness of cycling clothing, even the stereotypical "shaved legs" are all efforts to make gains in the aerodynamics. This focus comes from the exponential consequence of

Above Inside the San Diego Wind Tunnel, Adam De Vos (left) and Christopher Edin (right) prepare for another session of training. Wind tunnel testing has been supplanted by computer simulations for product testing, but for exacting marginal gains from rider technique, there is no substitute.

drag on the cyclist. Doubling speed from 10 mph to 20 mph, a two-fold increase, requires four times the energy. This four-fold power requirement means four times as many calories are burned. This energy consumption is due to the stickiness of air upon an object traveling through it - air resistance. By making small gains in aerodynamics, large aggregate improvements are made in overall efficiency. This translates to faster speeds and seconds or even minutes shaved off performance time.

Wind Tunnel Obsolescence?

In previous years, many changes and improvements have been made to the steps involved in a product’s design. Software has long been able to provide computer analysis of flow dynamics, but recently, the costs of such software, and the computers required to run it, have dropped significantly in price.

Consequently, the wind tunnel has been used less frequently for product testing because computers are able to model a similar environment without the associated costs of renting a physical wind tunnel.

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The business end of the wind tunnel, a 2,250 horsepower air-cooled electric motor.

These days, the tunnel is used to supplement athletic training by simulating the flow dynamics of moving through space at speed but doing so in a static environment where the changes and instructions can take place simultaneously.

A criticism of wind tunnels is the static nature of the environment.

There are no crosswinds or other environmental changes.

For product testing, this limitation of variables can be problematic.

Product designers want to know all the environmental cues that may affect the design of their wheels, frame or other piece of equipment.

For athletic training, keeping variables static allows for adjustments and subsequent measurements can result in marginal gains that could otherwise be lost to inaccurate measuring tools and such environmental changes as barometric pressure or air temperature, both kept static in the tunnel.

Tunnel Party We accompanied Rally Cycling to the San Diego Wind Tunnel earlier this month, and had the opportunity to see how the team uses the tunnel. Members of the team brought their bikes into the chamber and mounted them atop an aluminum platform that measures the effects on the static bike/rider combo by the forced air circulated by a 20-foot propeller on the other side of the building. When the bike/rider is more efficiently aerodynamic, less force is transmitted to the platform and a subsequent calculation of drag can be derived. A display projected onto the floor provides the rider with real-time data. The rider can then make minor adjustments to form and determine the quantifiable measurement of benefit.

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Adam De Vos of Rally Cycling doing time inside the San Diego Wind Tunnel.

The 20 ft. propeller is able to generate wind speeds up to 230 mph. For training analysis, it's kept at 30 mph.

When speaking with Christopher “Dino” Edin, lead product developer and designer at HED Cycling, he mentioned the hours of field coaching that had preceded their time in the tunnel, working on different forms and getting comfortable with the equipment. "Many teams I’ve worked with in the past would send their riders into a tunnel without prior skill-training. They'd get to the tunnel and spend their time on basic training that we now work out before we even get here."

developed. Muscle memory and form are a core focus of these training camps and ensure that the long hours in the saddle maximize power efficiency.

Edin shared the strategy they have developed after many seasons of wind tunnel testing, "It's about giving these guys confidence on the bike. They come in here after the weeks of training and we make minor adjustments, small incremental changes. The big changes have already been made."

Rally cycling would go on to sweep the 2016 Men’s and

The team began their season with a training camp Women’s USPRO Team Time Trial Championships with in Calabasas which SCB covered in issue #130. team-mates Brad Huff (@USAHuff) winning first place This is where many of the drills and techniques are for the men and Elle Anderson, second for the women.

Lazer Sport - Inclination Sensor The Rally Cycling team were using inclination sensors in their helmets that provide either tactile or audible feedback to the rider alerting when the helmet is out of the optimal aerodynamic position. The small device provides a gentle reminder to riders as their muscles fatigue and posture is compromised. The wind tunnel allows the devices to be calibrated to the rider with the optimal position set for the bike and the helmet.

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2016 Redlands Classic Redlands, California

Santa Barbara Station State Street, Opened 1902

bicycles & Trains Five Bikes And Five Rail Stations For Your SoCal Commute

Steel Meets Steel The Amtrak rail lines run though Southern California from San Diego northerly along the Pacific Coast all the way to Seattle. Many of the train stations can be reached by bike along streets and dedicated trails. We mapped out a few of the major bike trail-ways throughout our home base and a few of our favorite Amtrak stations. Hopefully this map will inspire you to explore your surroundings by bike and remind you that trains are the age-old friends of bicycles worldwide.

Steel meets steel in this issue of Southern California Bicyclist, where we explore SoCal Amtrak and Metrolink stations with five of our choices for steel bikes suitable for the daily commute.

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Los Angeles Union Station North Alameda Street, Opened 1939

ARTIC Station

East Katella Avenue, Opened 2014

Irvine Transportation Center Barranca Parkway, Opened 1985

Oceanside Transit Center South Tremont Street, Opened 1984

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Built in Detroit, MI The Detroit A-Type is a city bike fit for a bicyclist. Weighing in at a mere 29 pounds with the bike rack attached, the fully steel A-Type can be ridden comfortably upright in a beach-cruiser position or pushed to the limit by riders who are used to higher speeds. For those who appreciate a higher level of craftsmanship in their bikes, they will not be disappointed by Detroit Bike’s manufacturing.

High quality, hand TIG-welded chromoly steel ensures lightweight toughness and durability that will last for years. The stiff, but responsive frame has dialed-in symmetry and transfers power easily from the drive, allowing strong-legged riders to reach impressive speeds for this class of frame (feel free to get out of the saddle). A curved top tube and long quill enable this bike to quickly accommodate a wide range of rider heights. This is the perfect bike for anyone looking for a city ride experience to complement that of their performance bike. -VP ($699, detroitbikes.com)

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Detroit A-Type Santa Barbara Station, CA

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Dahon Speed D7 Los Angeles Union Station, CA

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DESIGNED IN DUARTE, CA Dr. David Hon and his Dahon Folding Bike During the “Space Race” of the 1970’s when the SoCal aerospace industry was in full swing, Dr. David Hon was a leader in the field of laser technology. After receiving his Ph.D. in physics from USC he was recruited by Hughes Aircraft, where he worked on many of the breakthroughs in the laser systems used in missile guidance and anti-aircraft guns.

After three years developing weapons, and recognizing the growing oil crisis, he decided to spend his time and energy on something that would benefit rather than harm his fellow human beings.

Reflecting on his college days when he was dependent on the bicycle for transportation, he had the idea for a folding bicycle. Such a vehicle would remove barriers that keep people from adopting the bicycle as transportation, and provide portability, versatility and accessibility.

Dr. Hon’s engineering knowledge and experience led to the development of a folding bicycle. Since its creation 40 years ago, the design has been patented seven times and received numerous awards and acclamations. -CR ($529, dahon.com)

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Faraday Porteur

Anaheim ARTIC Station, CA

Designed in San Francisco, CA Faraday Bicycles, named after a famous 19th-century British scientist and inventor, was one of the earliest crowdfunded successes. Their Porteur e-bike resonated with the public and generated almost $200,000 in revenue, which hastened the formation of the company.

Completing the quintet of steel-framed commuters evaluated by SCB, the Porteur S is a less upscale version of Faraday’s flagship model. The Porteur S has the same award-winning design, impeccable welds, beautiful paint, 250-watt front-hub motor, hidden electronics, three-position (off, standard and boost) power assist thumb switch, bottom bracket torque and cadence sensors, and integrated front and rear lights as its stablemate. The primary differences between the two are their internally geared hubs and drive systems, with an 8-speed Shimano Alfine with belt drive on the Porteur, and a 5-speed Sturmey Archer with chain on the "S.” The particular Porteur S that SCB tested was equipped with optional front and rear racks, each with a capacity of 20 kg (44 pounds). This created a new genre of bike, the "cargo commuter.”

The Porteur S accelerated quickly to its maximum assisted speed of 20 mph. Its steel frame and fork, even weight distribution, swept-back handlebars, premium saddle and puncture-resistant Kenda tires provided a compliant, confidence-inspiring ride.

We appreciated the low-speed boost that senses the bike’s acceleration from a stop or on a hill and provides an extra “shot of adrenaline” to the motor. Faraday joins Pedego and Haibike as another gold standard producer of e-commuters. -BB ($2,499 faradaybikes.com)

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Linus

Roadster Classic Irvine Transportation Center, CA

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DESIGNED IN Marina Del Rey, Ca Don't judge the Linus Roadster Classic by its simplicity. In fact, this bike offers all the appurtenances of a quality bike, and provides an excellent ride experience with minimal maintenance. Linus models their designs on bicycles appearing in 1950’s and 60’s French cinema. At their office in Los Angeles, they merge classic design with modern.

The Roadster features a completely steel frameset. With aluminum components for durability and longevity, the bike remains relatively lightweight. No matter how well shifting technology progresses, the singlespeed set-up will always have a place in our hearts, so we were pleased to see Linus making a bicycle of superior quality right here in Southern California. With a stable ridefeel, shift-free pedaling, and coaster brakes, the Roadster Classic brings the bicycle back to its origins and rekindles the joy that comes from riding on two wheels. This bike would be perfect for anyone looking for an easyto-use and hassle-free city bike that will last forever. It is an excellent bike for non-bicyclist friends and family as well. -VP ($429, linusbike.com.com, available at The Unlikely Cyclist bike shop profiled in Issue #131)

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Brooklyn Driggs 3 Oceanside Transit Center, CA

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Designed in Brooklyn, NY This double top-tube bicycle is a classic design with an added second horizontal support that increases the strength of the frame. The triangle which is the shape of a bicycle frame, is the perfect structure for evenly distributing rider weight and pedaling forces. Additional height in the head tube interrupts this form, thereby weakening the structure. By adding a second, lower tube, the triangle is reestablished.

This doubling allows for lighter steel to be used while still ensuring the strength of the bike. It's not a new design, nor one that you'll see replicated outside of city bikes, but it's a unique design that is perfect for the urban commuter looking for something different.

Beyond aesthetic considerations of the modified design, the bike is a very capable performer, with Shimano Nexus 3-speed drivetrain details and Tektro alloy aluminum brakes. The Kenda Kwest 700x35 tires provide a cushy ride while maintaining traction on wet streets or gravel roads. The creme color of the rubber is a nice contrast to the denim blue paint and would also pair well with the other available frame colors: matte black, tangerine and army green. A nice touch is the bottle of matching touch-up paint included with the bike, something we haven't seen before. All of this is backed up with a lifetime warranty, a vouch for the durability of the bike tasked with a daily commute on SoCal streets. -CR ($599, brooklynbicycleco.com)

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Events You May Not Have Heard About

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n celebrating National Bike month, the city of Long Beach will host the annual Bikefest on May 7, with races such as City Cross hosted by SoCalCross and the Shortline Crit hosted by Wolfpack Hustle. On May 14, the Cucamonga Challenge will be open to all ages. The 35-mile ride will be on the Pacific Electric Trail (PETrail) and surrounding city streets. This event is not competitive and not timed. Most of it is flat but there are some elevation changes.

May 28 in Fresno and May 29 in Visalia will have a cash purse of $15,000 for the winners of the three stages of road racing.

Help send abused and neglected kids to camp by participating in the annual Orange County road event, Tour de OC, on May 21. The following day, enjoy the atmosphere of the UCLA campus during the City of Angels Fun Ride Presented by Volkswagen as they raise funds to buy UCLA a new bloodmobile.

If you’re looking for something with more terrain, The Lost & Found Bike Ride on June 4 in Lake Davis blends pavement, dirt road, gravel, and historic railroad grade in routes ranging from 30 to 100 miles. Test your climbing limits on 9000’ of elevation at the Ride Around the Bear on June 11 in Redlands, hosted by the OC Wheelmen. The 626 Golden Streets Presented by Metro festival on June 26 utilizes 17 miles of open streets in the San Gabriel Valley for any form of non-motorized transportation, including walking, biking, skating, jogging, ambling, and strolling.

The Great Western Bicycle Rally, a 4-day festival in Paso Robles, May 27-30, celebrates all things bikes with two organized road events, several casual group rides, wine tasting, BBQ, and lots of fun activities for the family. The Budweiser Sequoia Cycling Classic on

For entertainment on summer nights, check out the 3rd Annual Tehachapi Mountain Beer and Wine Fest on July 16 and join the Tehachapi Mountain Trails Association at 1pm for a mountain bike circuit ride prior to the Brew Fest at 4pm. -KO

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Two Wheel Gear Backpack/Pannier Versatile, Fashionable & Comfortable

wo Wheel Gear recently introduced a new style to their line of versatile commuter bags, the Pannier Backpack Convertible looks like a backpack, but has the capabilities to transform into a pannier. A discreet zipper pouch in the back of the bag opens to reveal a Universal Rixen & Kaul rack attachment system that mounts on your bike if you prefer to ride without any baggage on your person.

If you choose to wear the bag while you’re riding, the addition of the rack attachment conveniently holds the shape of the bag so there’s no need to worry about any of your contents spilling out of the bag; a buckle across your chest is another reassurance of security.

Considering how stiff and durable the material is, the backpack is incredibly comfortable to wear. This is partly because of the 15” padded laptop sleeve that can securely hold and protect your laptop inside the backpack. The bag has several pockets that provide plenty of storage. All the pockets, including the ones on the outside of the backpack, are designed to keep your belongings very secure. This backpack is substantial and another example of the thoughtful craftsmanship found in Two Wheel Gear’s product construction and design. -KO

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The convenient and convertible pannier/backpack is the perfect choice for local commuting. ($129, twowheelgear.com)

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2016 MAY

CALENDAR

MAY

1 Saturday

Tour de Cure – Ship to Shore Long Beach American Diabetes Association ROAD: 100, 61, 32, 11, 8 miles Queen Mary, 90802

15 Sunday

Bicycle Swap Meet Encinitas North San Diego County Festival: Swap Meet El Camino Bike Shop, 92024

2 Monday

LAVRA Monday Night Sprints Carson Los Angeles Velodrome Racing Association TRACK: 250 meters VELO Sports Center, 90746

17 Tuesday

Over the Hump Week 2 Silverado Over the Hump MTB: 4+ mile course Irvine Lake, 92676

7 Saturday

Downey Ride & Stride Metro OPEN STREETS Downey, 90241

SoCal RAAM Challenge Race Across America ROAD: 400 and 200 miles Mance Buchanon Park, 92057 Breathless Agony Kahler Cycling Academy ROAD: 114 miles / 12000’ Sylvan Park, 92374 The Short Line Crit Wolfpack Hustle ROAD: TBA Long Beach

Big Ring Century 2016 Team Faith Quest ROAD: 100, 62, 31 miles Crossline Comm. Church, 92653 Barrio Logan Grand Prix San Diego Bicycle Club ROAD: 0.8 mile course Barrio Logan, 92113 Rosarito Ensenada Since 1979 ROAD: 50 miles Rosarito, MX

Downey

Oceanside

Redlands

Long Beach

Laguna Hills

San Diego

Los Angeles Bicycle Festival Bicycle Culture Institute FESTIVAL Grand Park, 90012

14 Saturday

Rosena Ranch Circuit Race #3 San Bernardino Majestic Cycling ROAD: 2 mile course Rosena Ranch, 92407

Over the Hump Season Opener Over the Hump MTB: 4+ mile course Irvine Lake, 92676

Los Angeles

Silverado

Tour of Long Beach Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Foundation ROAD: 100, 62, 30, miles Long Beach Arena, 90802 Central Coast Double Century BMS Cycling ROAD: 211 miles / 14000’ La Quinta Inn & Suites, 93446

19-22 Multi

21 Saturday

Amgen Tour of California San Diego to Amgen, Breakaway from Cancer Sacramento ROAD: 8-stage pro Mission Bay, 92109

Amgen Tour of California

Women’s Race Empowered by SRAM

ROAD: 4-stage pro Lake Tahoe, 96150

Tour de OC ROAD: 100, 55, 25 miles Newport Mesa Church, 92627 Heartbreak Double Century Planet Ultra ROAD: 211 miles / 14000’ Holiday Inn, 93551 Heartbreak Hundred Planet Ultra ROAD: 100 miles / 8500’ Holiday Inn, 93243 San Diego Century ROAD: 105, 67, 33 miles MiraCosta College, 92007

Lake Tahoe to Sacramento Costa Mesa

Palmdale

Lebec

Encinitas

Rosarito

8 Sunday

10 Tuesday

15-22 Multi

Paso Robles

Cucamonga Challenge Rancho Cucamonga Friends of the Pacific Electric Trail ROAD: 35 miles Central Park, 91701

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SIGNS & SYMBOLS COMPETITION events with posted participants and results ROAD events with 90% or more paved route MOUNTAIN events with 90% or more dirt trail CYCLOCROSS closed course road/mtb hybrid GRAVEL fire roads, grinders and adventure rides BICYCLISM arts, entertainment and BIKES! MAGAZINE SUPPORTERS growing the community

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2016

May

22 Sunday

City of Angels Fun Ride Presented by Volkswagen ROAD: 62, 33 miles UCLA Campus, 90095

Ontario Grand Prix Pacific Sunset Velo ROAD: 62, 33 miles Ontario, 91761

Ontario

Gravel Trofee #2 LA Roubaix SoCalCross All Terrain Golden Road Brewing, 90039

Ontario

11th Pedal to the Park Blind Stokers Club ROAD: 25 miles Petco Park, 92101

27-30 Multi

28 Saturday

Los Angeles

San Diego

Great Western Bicycle Rally Paso Robles Cycling Camp San Diego FESTIVAL/ROAD Paso Robles Event Center, 93446

OCB Crit Irvine So-Cal FIXED Series ROAD: Fixed gear Irvine, 92614 Skaggs Hopper Geyserville Grasshopper Adventure Series ROAD: 90 miles / 10000’ Lake Sonoma, 95441

Sequoia Cycling Classic Hill Climb TT Budweiser Sequoia Cycling Classic ROAD: TBA TBA

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31 Tuesday

2 Thursday

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Sequoia Cycling Classic Circuit Race Budweiser Sequoia Cycling Classic ROAD: TBA TBA

Fresno

Fresno

Barry Wolfe Grand Prix Thousand Oaks Serious Cycling ROAD: 1.1 mile course Thousand Oaks, 91361 Sequoia Cycling Classic Criterium Visalia Budweiser Sequoia Cycling Classic ROAD: TBA TBA

June

4 Saturday

Ojai Valley Century Ojai Ojai Valley Rides Road: 134, 102, 101, 63, 31 miles Nordhoff High School, 93023

Adrenaline Circuit Race Chula Vista Adrenaline Cycling ROAD: 10-50 miles High Tech High Chula Vista, 91915

The Lost & Found Bike Ride Lake Davis Meet Your Maker Tour MTB: 30, 60, 100 miles 7,000’ Lake Davis, 96122

5 Sunday

America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride Lake Tahoe Bike the West ROAD: 100 , 72 miles Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 89449

6 Monday

LAVRA Monday Night Sprints Carson Los Angeles Velodrome Racing Association TRACK: 250 meters VELO Sports Center, 90746

5-11 Multi

7 Tuesday

9 Thursday

11 Saturday

Over the Hump Family Night Silverado 25 Saturday Over the Hump MTB: 4+ mile course

Irvine Lake, 92676

Sunday Quick N Dirty Summer Series #2 Escondido 26 Quick N Dirty

MTB: TBA

Lake Hodges, 92033

AIDS LifeCycle LA LGBT Center ROAD: 7 days supported Cow Palace, 94014

SF to LA

Over the Hump Family Night Silverado Over the Hump MTB: 4+ mile course Irvine Lake, 92676

Quick N Dirty Summer Series #3 Escondido Quick N Dirty MTB: TBA Lake Hodges, 92033 Tour of Two Forests Double Santa Clarita Planet Ultra ROAD: 198 miles / 13220’ Hampton Inn, 91381 Shevock’s Sierra Surprise Foresthill California Gravel Gauntlet GX: TBA Foresthill, 95631 Ride Around the Bear Redlands Orange County Wheelmen ROAD: 100 miles / 9,000’ Sylvan Park, 92374

Climb to Kaiser Clovis Fresno Cycling Club ROAD: 155 miles / 15,000’ Alta Sierra Middle School, 93619 626 Golden Streets San Gabriel Valley Bike San Gabriel Valley 17+ miles of open streets 7 San Gabriel Valley cities

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2016

16 Saturday

Tehachapi MTB BrewFondo Tehachapi Tehachapi Mountain Trails Association MTB: 27 miles / 3,500’ Willow Springs Rd, 93561

16-17 Multi

Cycling for Sight Blind Stokers Club ROAD: 2-day Tour Trek Bicycle Superstore, 92069

San Marcos

17 Sunday

Beach Babe Bicycling Classic California Girl Series ROAD: 38, 15 miles Pierport Landing, 90802

Long Beach

24 Sunday

Telo Criterium So-Cal Fixed Series ROAD: Brakeless Crit Torrance, 90505

Torrance

CALENDAR SIGNS & SYMBOLS COMPETITION events with posted participants and results ROAD events with 90% or more paved route MOUNTAIN events with 90% or more dirt trail CYCLOCROSS closed course road/mtb hybrid GRAVEL fire roads, grinders and adventure rides BICYCLISM arts, entertainment and BIKES! SCB SUPPORTERS #keepSCBfree

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14 Tuesday

14-18 Multi

2016

AUGUST Los Angeles River Ride LA County Bicycle Coalition ROAD: 198 miles / 13220’ Autry National Center, 90027 Salsa Ride at the Border

Los Angeles

San Diego

Foundation for the Children of the Californias

ROAD: 62, 50 miles San Ysidro, 92173

Over the Hump End of 1st Half Silverado Over the Hump MTB: 4+ mile course Irvine Lake, 92676 Race Across the West Oceanside to Durango, CO ROAD: 860 miles Oceanside Pier, 92054

Oceanside

16 Thursday

23 Thursday

25 Saturday

Quick N Dirty Summer Series #4 Escondido Quick N Dirty MTB: TBA Lake Hodges, 92033 Quick N Dirty Summer Series #5 Escondido Quick N Dirty MTB: TBA Lake Hodges, 92033 King Ridge Dirt Supreme Occidental Grasshopper Adventure Series ROAD: 83 miles / 8900’ Occidental, 95465

27 Sunday

Central Coast Classique Arroyo Grande Central Coast Classique ROAD: 100/64/30 miles Arroyo Grande, 93421

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Linus

Marina Del Rey, Ca

linusbike.com

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CLUBS

Directory

Southern California Clubs

Club not listed? socalbicyclist.com/clubs

Orange County All-Mountain Trail Riders

meetup.com/allmountaintrailriders

3F Bicycling Club 3fbc.com

Off-Road Off-Road

Beach Cities Women Cyclists bcwcyclists.wix.com/bcwc

Road

Beach Area Recumbent Riders Road bikeroute.com/RecumbentRides.htm Bicycle Club of Irvine bikeirvine.org

Road

Canyon Velo

canyonvelo.org

Mixed

Ciclistas Capistrano Bicycle Club ciclistascapistrano.com

Road

Cycles Veloce cyclesveloce.com

Road

OCrider.com ocrider.com

Racing Opportunity Advocacy

Mixed

OC Women on Wheels socalbicyclist.com/ocwow

Road

Orange Coast ocvelo.com

Road

Girlz Gone Riding girlzgoneriding.com

Mixed Off-Road

Supercolony supercolony.cc

Road

Team Velo Sport

teamvelosport.com

Mixed

Road

San Diego Bicycle Club sdbc.org

Major Motion Cycling Club majormotioncycling.com

Road

San Diego Bicycle Touring Society Road efgh.com/sdbts

Marina del Rey Cycle Club mdrcc.org

Road

San Diego Cyclo-Vets cyclo-vets.org

Road

San Diego Wheelmen sandiegowheelmen.com

Road

Swami’s Cycle Club swamis.org

Road

Over the Bars otbmbc.com

Off-Road

Palos Verdes Bicycle Club pvbikeclub.net

Mixed

Pasadena Mountain Bike Club Off-Road pmbc.org

Team Unlikely Cyclist

Road

meetup.com/Orange-County-Women-on-Wheels

Road

SCOR bikescor.com

South Bay Wheelman sbwheelmen.org

Road

Velo Allegro Cycling Club veloallegro.org Velo Club La Grange lagrange.org

Mixed

Mixed Mixed Road

Blind Stokers Club blindstokersclub.org

Road

Celo Pacific

celopacific.org Girlz Gone Riding girlzgoneriding.com

Beach Cities Cycling Club bccclub.org

Mountain Bike Assistance Unit cuyamacasp.org

Off-Road

Road

Los Angeles

Road

Road

Bike Buddies bikebuddies.org

Major Taylor Cycling Club mtccsd.org

CORBA

corbamtb.com

Road

Pasadena Athletic Association paacycling.net

TRU Cycling

trucycling.org

Mixed

Mixed

Los Angeles Wheelmen lawheelmen.org

San Diego

VeloViet veloviet.com

Road Ride with Javi ridewithjavi.com

Off-Road

Road

Ranchos Cycling Club ranchoscycling.org

Lightning Velo

lightningvelo.org

Trail Angels trailangels.com

Veloce Santiago velocesantiago.com

Mixed

Road

Off-Road

Ramona Fun Riders ramonafunriders.com

Grand Masters Cycling grandmasterscycling.org

West L.A. Cycling Club wlacyclingclub.com

The Warrior’s Society warriorssociety.org

Off-Road

Santa Clarita Velo

Mixed santaclaritavelo.org

Rock n’ Road Divas

rocknroadcyclery.net SHARE

sharemtb.com

Mixed

San Fernando Valley Bicycle Club Road Road sfvbc.org

Orange County Rebel Riders ocrebels.com Orange County Wheelmen ocw.org

Different Spokes (LGBT) differentspokes.com

Mixed Off-Road Road O ff-Road

North Coast Velo northcoastvelo.com

Road Road

Covina Cycle Club meetup.com/Covina-Cycle-Club

Road

North County Cruisers northcountycruisers.org

Cyclone Coaster cyclonecoaster.com

Road

North County Cycle Club northcountycycleclub.com

Mixed

Recyclers sdrecyclers.org

Road Road

Road

Team Green (Vegan) officialteamgreen.com

Mixed

Valle Verde Velo vvvelo.com

Road

Santa Barbara, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside Big Bear Cycling Association bigbearcycling.com

Mixed

Butts on Bikes Inland Empire bobie.org

Road

Channel Islands Bicycle Club cibike.org

Road

Conejo Valley Cyclists cvcbike.org

Mixed

Cycling Connection cyclingconnection.org

Road

Desert Bicycle Club cycleclub.com

Road

Girlz Gone Riding girlzgoneriding.com

Off-Road

North Ranch Mountain Bikers Off-Road nrmbc.org Project HERO Ventura socalbicyclist.com/projecthero

Road

Redlands Water Bottle Transit Co. Road rwbtc.org Ride Yourself Fit rideyourselffit.org Riverside Bicycle Club riversidebicycleclub.com

Road Mixed

San Luis Obispo Bicycle Club slobc.org

Road

Tailwinds Bicycle Club tailwindsofsantamariabc.org

Road

Temecula Velo temeculavelo.com

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REGULARS

Last page

A Silent Proclamation To Honor Bicyclists Killed By Motorists

Participation in a Ride of Silence helps raise awareness and increase legislation to reduce the number of fatalities of bicyclists killed by motorists. It’s a free event and will be gathering in a city near you to honor our fallen comrades.

“The mission of the worldwide Ride of Silence is to honor bicyclists killed by motorists, promote sharing the road, and provide awareness of bicycling safety.”

The rules of such a ride are simple: Cyclists are to remain silent while following the rules of the road, wearing helmets and riding no faster than 12 mph. The ride is free, giving everyone the chance to show respect and honor for the lives of those who have been killed or injured while on public roadways. These events are held during National Bike Month, to raise awareness of bicycling safety and promote he first Ride of Silence on May 21, 2003, was inspired sharing of the road. by the death of Dallas resident Larry Schwartz, an avid The Ride of Silence website offers many resources for endurance cyclist who died from the impact with a school bus mirror while riding. Chris Phelan, a friend of Mr. those interested in organizing an event, along with a full Schwartz, started this memorial ride in White Rock Lake, and comprehensive list of rides near you. -KO Texas where 1,000 cyclists gathered to participate in the 10-mile, 12 mph silent ride in memory of cyclists and runVisit rideofsilence.org for more information. ners who had been killed in traffic collisions. Since that day, cyclists throughout the U.S. and across the globe have been organizing silent rides to commemorate lost loved ones along with the community.

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Bakersfield – May 18, 9000 Ming Ave. 6:30 pm Chico – May 18, 5th St Plaza 7:00 pm Fullerton – May 18, Museum Center Plaza on W. Wilshire Huntington Beach – May 18, Union Ave. Irvine – May 18, 1 Civic Center Plaza 6:00 pm North Hollywood – May 18, North Hollywood Metro Station 6:30 pm.

Hosted by LACBC and Ciclavalley.

Orange – May 18, Orange City Hall, 300 E Chapman Ave. Oxnard – May 18 Pasadena – May 18, Rose Bowl Riverside – May 18, Downtown Riverside Temecula – May 18, Temecula City Hall

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