Wednesday, March 28, 2018

March News

FAB March News - Spring is coming, get ready to ride.
A Note From Our President
This past week was remarkable to me as I observed what I think was an unprecedented level of engagement in our beautiful bicycling community by our riders. Early in the week Art and David went to Washington, D.C. and participated in the League of American Bicyclists’ National Bike Summit. At the same time Jodi and I sat with a few local riders in a room full of people participating in DTSF, Inc’s Community Matters event. Art and David talked bicycling and FAB with Senator Thune & Senator Rounds and Representative Noem. I was able to sit on a panel at the Community Matters event as the FAB President and sometimes bend the conversation toward how riding a bicycle fits into the agenda of a strong town, a strong community.
Progress is incremental and organic and it is happening.
By the way, have you seen “Bikes May Use Full Lane” signs on 22nd St, 49th St, Minnesota and Cliff Aves?
Michael Christensen
President, Falls Area Bicyclists
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Pi(e) Day Ride - 3-14
March 14, 6:05 pm - Parking lot behind 605 Running Company

​Join FAB for an easy Wednesday evening ride to pie in celebration of Pi Day. We’ll start at 6:05 from the parking lot behind 605 Running Company.
#80in18 March Challenge
March 24, 9:00 am - Bagel Boy on Minnesota Ave


Let’s ride in search of featured parks in the Park and Rec’s challenge to visit all 80 Sioux Falls Parks in 2018. This ride will be 20-30 miles at a moderate pace. It will include a stop for lunch or snacks at the halfway mark.
30 Days of Biking Kick-off Ride
March 31, 9:00 am leaving from Flyboy Donuts

Start off a full season of riding with the 30 Days of Biking Challenge. We’ll partner with our joyful community of bicyclists on this fun 10-mile ride through the streets of Sioux Falls. There’s sure to be rewards if you show up. Keep an eye out for more details.
Calendar of Events
View complete calendar: https://goo.gl/p37yQ1
March 12 - Harlan’s Tubeless 101
Instructional Class at Harlan’s
March 13 - FAB March Board Meeting
Our members are invited to attend board meetings.
March 13 - SNS Ride to Fernson of 8th
Social and community building ride downtown
March 14 - FAB Pi(e) Day Ride or Run
We’ve partnered with 605 Running Co for a fun way to celebrate Pi Day. Come ride (or run) and eat!
March 17 - How to Get Started Bike Packing and Camp Stove Cookery Ride
Meet our friend Andrew at Spoke-n-Sport to get an into to bike camping.
March 20, April 3, 17 - Spoke-n-Sport Brat Ride
Bi-weekly night ride on trails and city streets, post-ride refreshments and brats.
March 23, April 6, 20 - Fat-tire Friday at Harlan’s
Bi-weekly evening ride to Leaders and other places with post-ride refreshments.
March 23 - Liv Women’s Fix-a-Flat Class
Women’s class at Spoke-n-Sport.
March 24 - FAB March #80in18 Challenge
We’ll search out this month’s featured parks. 20-30 miles
March 24 - Advance your Knowledge: Garmin
Informative gear series at Spoke-n-Sport
March 26 - Harlan’s Tire Changing & What Pump Works Best
Brush up your skills with this helpful class at Harlan’s
March 29 & April 26 - Moon & Stars Ride
Fun evening ride around Sioux Falls with post-ride refreshments. Leaves from Two Wheeler Dealer
March 29 - Ride with the Sun
Light & Motion demo ride at Spoke-n-Sport
March 31 - FAB 30 Days of Biking Kickoff Ride
Community event to get the riding season started! Meet at Flyboy Donuts by 9:00am.
Watch our calendar for details.
April 7 - Bikepacking to Palisades
The informal Wandering Wieners group is bikepacking to the Palisades this weekend. This is open to everyone, but it is a self-supported trip.
April 10 - Sioux Falls Election Day
We encourage you to ride to the polls and consider candidates position on transportation and bicycles.
April 14 - Spoke-n-Sport Flat Repair Class

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