Arkansas Bicycle Club News Archives 
Team Rubicon May 4th Posted Thursday, April 29, 2010 by Jim Britt
May 4th Team Rubicon-Orbea racers will once again descend on LR to host the AR LIVESTRONG BIKE RIDE and PATIO PARTY benefiting the Lance Armstrong Foundation. This year will be even bigger and better: we’ll have another raffle for lots of good schwag, a silent auction with lots of great items...but new this year is FREE Firehouse Subs provided by State Farm Agent Lee Tuxhorn and Fat Tire Beer for purchase at a special price thanks to Dave Fike at River Trail Rentals! There will be plenty of music on the patio (weather permitting) and fellowship for all!
Just a few of the raffle and auction items include-
Autographed LANCE ARMSTRONG "Hope Rides Again" Poster
Autographed Team Rubicon-Orbea items
Autographed Tour of Missouri items by DAVE ZABRISKIE and FLOYD LANDIS
LIVESTRONG Oakley JAWBONE Glasses
Nike LIVESTRONG Technical Gear, Hats, and Bag
Team Rubicon-Orbea Cycling Kit (includes shorts, jersey, gloves, and cycling cap - Men's Medium)
Hammer Gel Gift Basket, Nike and SRAM Cycling Posters, Bike Tune-ups, Complimentary River Trail Bike Rental (half-day), Complimentary Tour de Hoot Registration (ride is June 5th), Arkansas Cycling and Fitness Famous "Still Plays With Bikes" T-shirts, AND...whatever else we can find to give away between now and then!
Wanna fight cancer and win cool stuff? Then place a bid on an auction item and/or buy a raffle ticket or two, or three, or 50...all contributions are tax-deductible. You’ll get to place your tickets into the buckets of the items you want! So, go ahead, indulge yourself, you know you want this schwag!
Raffle Ticket Cost is 5 for $5 or 12 for $10.
The starting point for the BIKE RIDE, sponsored by Hematology Oncology Services of Arkansas, will be at River Trail Rentals (near Arkansas Queen/sub area) off Riverfront Drive. The ride route will follow the NLR River Trail and Burns Park Golf Course Loop; approx 20-25 miles. Families and riders wanting a shorter distance may turn around at the Fraternal Order of Police. Festivities will begin at 5:30pm, ride will depart around 6:00pm. Silent auction and raffle will occur rain or shine!
Please spread the word and feel free to contact livestrong.littlerock@yahoo.com if you have questions! This is going to be exciting....the Arkansas event was one of the largest attended LIVESTRONG events last year....let's do it again!
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AR Livestrong Bike Ride Patio Party - May 4, 2010 Posted Thursday, April 29, 2010 by Sprokets
From Jenn Shaw.
It’s official…on May 4th Team Rubicon-Orbea racers will once again descend on LR to host the AR LIVESTRONG BIKERIDE and PATIO PARTY benefiting the Lance Armstrong Foundation. This year will be even bigger and better: we’ll have another raffle for lots of good schwag, a silent auction with lots of great items...but new this year is FREE Firehouse Subs provided by State Farm Agent Lee Tuxhorn and Fat Tire Beer for purchase at a special price thanks to Dave Fike at River Trail Rentals! There will be plenty of music on the patio (weather permitting) and fellowship for all!
Just a few of the raffle and auction items include-
Autographed LANCE ARMSTRONG "Hope Rides Again" Poster
Autographed Team Rubicon-Orbea items
Autographed Tour of Missouri items by DAVE ZABRISKIE and FLOYD LANDIS
LIVESTRONG Oakley JAWBONE Glasses
Nike LIVESTRONG Technical Gear, Hats, and Bag
Team Rubicon-Orbea Cycling Kit (includes shorts, jersey, gloves, and cycling cap - Men's Medium)
Hammer Gel Gift Basket, Nike and SRAM Cycling Posters, Bike Tune-ups, Complimentary River Trail Bike Rental (half-day), Complimentary Tour de Hoot Registration (ride is June 5th), Arkansas Cycling and Fitness Famous "Still Plays With Bikes" T-shirts, AND...whatever else we can find to give away between now and then!
Wanna fight cancer and win cool stuff? Then place a bid on an auction item and/or buy a raffle ticket or two, or three, or 50...all contributions are tax-deductible. You’ll get to place your tickets into the buckets of the items you want! So, go ahead, indulge yourself, you know you want this schwag!
Raffle Ticket Cost is 5 for $5 or 12 for $10.
The starting point will be River Trail Rentals (near Arkansas Queen/sub area) off Riverfront Drive. The ride route will follow the NLR River Trail and Burns Park Golf Course Loop; appox 20-25 miles. Families and riders wanting a shorter distance may turn around at the Fraternal Order of Police. Festivities will begin at 5:30pm, ride will depart around 6:00pm. Silent auction and raffle will occur rain or shine!
Please spread the word and feel free to contact me if you have questions! This is going to be exciting....the Arkansas event was one of the largest attended LIVESTRONG events last year....let's do it again!
Thanks,
Jenn
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Bicycle plans for Central Ark, VOTE NOW! Posted Monday, April 26, 2010 by Jim Britt
Metroplan has a great opportunity for bicyclists in central Arkansas to help create funding for increased bike paths, bike ways, maps, etc. through the ongoing Grass Roots campaign to grow a regional green agenda.
Currently at http://www.grassrootscentral.org/, area residents are being asked to submit ideas and vote on the suggestions of others. Currently, an idea for increased bike paths is one of the leading vote getters! Here's a great chance for cyclists to rally and make sure that idea gets as many votes as possible - as this will eventually make its way into the green agenda that Metroplan and its member communities will support and fund!
Go to http://www.grassrootscentral.org/ and vote by May 9!
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Recycle Bikes For Kids..... Posted Friday, April 16, 2010 by Sprokets
Stole this from Gary....
Good Morning to All:
Recently I had the good fortune of meeting with Ron King....I learned about what is really close to his heart – refurbishing bikes to give to kids. And I’m talking about a lot of bikes!
And so now that I know about what Ron’s ministry in our city, I want to be sure and get the word out so that all of you know about this important work. What if all of you who receive this note this morning were to make a commitment to provide Ron one used bike during the coming months, that would exceed his goal of distributing 700-800 bikes per year.
Let’s do it. If you are interested in helping Ron, here is his contact information:
· Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/recyclebikesforkids
· rop@aristotle.net
· 952-4581
· His warehouse is located at 1212 East 6th Street.
Let’s help Ron reach his goal. Meanwhile, if some of you have an interest in repair bikes, I’m sure Ron would love to talk with you.
Very KEWL! - http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=5344398&id=246281221998.
Fraternally,
Jeff Spry
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April 2010 Meeting Posted Thursday, April 15, 2010 by Jim Britt
Meeting began at Chainwheel with informative session on touring accessories including panniers, tires and bikes. Bill was an excellent source of this information.
The group then proceeded to El Chico to complete the meeting with dinner and a lively discussion with announcements given by Jamie Hazlewood. Topics included passing around a sample sock similar to the finished product for the upcoming Arky 100 on 10/10/10. Bill Steward showed a sample Jersey Bin and explained that its purpose is to enable a biker to take along on the ride such objects as cash and ID in a waterproof and flat pouch. We had several first time attendees. A good time was had by all. Next meeting is May 13 back at American Pie. Our June 16th meeting will move to a Wednesday night. It is our annual picnic at Murray Park. At this meeting, we will also again host a group of about 38 bikers coming through town that are known as "Bike and Build." About 10 are vegetarians and a request had been made for more vegetarian dishes at the Picnic Potluck.
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People for Bikes Posted Thursday, April 15, 2010 by Jim Britt
Register your support for bicycling here.
http://www.peopleforbikes.org/
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March meeting Posted Thursday, April 15, 2010 by Jim Britt
Arkansas Bicycle Club Meeting Minutes March 11, 2009
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by club president Jim Britt who made several announcements prior to the evening’s presentation. Google maps has unveiled a new bike option for route planning. Upcoming rides were announced, check ABC website for more details.
Paul Lamont of Riders Ready in Maumelle gave a very informative presentation on bicycle wheels. He covered everything from how to choose the best for your particular application to proper maintenance and when you should consider replacement. Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM.
Next meeting is scheduled for 7PM, April 9, 2010 at El Chico on Rodney Parham Blvd. Chainwheel will host a demonstration on touring bags/panniers prior to the meeting at the shop.
Submitted by, Jenny Rainwater Secretary
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June 16th picnic with Bike and Build Posted Monday, April 12, 2010 by Jim Britt
The Bike and Build group with Habitat for Humanity is again coming to LR. They will stay 2 nights this time. We will move the June picnic to Wednesday, June 16 so they can join us on their arriving day. They will be coming from Stuttgart and going to Russellville. They have about 38 people and about 9 vegetarians, so it would be nice if a few people would make those dishes instead of a dessert. ABC will provide the main meal to members as usual.
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DLT Launches New Website.... Posted Friday, April 9, 2010 by Sprokets
Fred and the gang updated the DLT site offering lots of new features for Arkansas cycling events! Yes DLT Event Management is entering the 21st century !!! Check us out at www.DLTevents.com
.....check it out:
http://www.dltevents.com/
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