What we’re about
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WELCOME!
The BOBie (Bah-bee) Cycling Club is a multi-level, recreational road cycling club based in Chino/Chino Hills (Southern California) since January 2011. Our no-drop rides, strong leadership, and welcoming spirit has helped us to grow into one of Inland Empire’s favorite cycling clubs.
We have enthusiastic Ride Leaders offering weekdays & weeknight rides, as well as weekend rides at many skill levels. We ride throughout the Inland Empire, including the foothills of San Gabriel Mountains, and the coastal communities between San Diego to Santa Barbara.
WHO WE ARE NOT:
We are NOT a one huge peloton or a racing type club. Instead, our unique multi-level rides keep our attendance at a manageable usual attendance between 8-10. Exceptions: Our year-round Tues/Thur night training rides – however the night rides do still roll out at ride levels 4-5.
Since 2016, we offer two memberships: A general, free, Meetup Club membership. We added a unique premium membership which includes lots of perks (see descriptions below) which provides those PREMIUM MEMBERS to club rider accident insurance, perks to our favorite bike shops, helps us pay for the annual MEETUP platform, etc. (see below).
BASIC MEETUP CLUB MEMBERSHIP: (FREE)
Our general membership is FREE through our Meetup Site here. Club t-shirts, socks, and hats are available for purchase to our general membership by email: [email protected] You must "Join Us" here as a BOBie member to continue riding with our club after your first ride as a guest. Rider Insurance is not available at this basic membership level. Upgrade to our Premium Club Membership Program below for this and other special perks:
PREMIUM CLUB MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM:
We offer a voluntary annual membership upgrade for just $25 which is packed with perks and benefits including special purchasing programs, club rider insurance, leadership opportunities, raffle programs, a premium club-level ride routing site, complimentary catered lunch at our periodic club picnics, and the ability to purchase our club jersey or entire kit. Email us to @ [email protected] to upgrade to this level.
Visit Our Message Board to REVIEW or PURCHASE an Annual Premium Club Membership here:
https://4142298.xyz/BOBie_Cycling_Club/messages/boards/thread/52920103
SOME HELPFUL INFO TO GET YOU STARTED:
Check the calendar for all our club rides and to RSVP.
Join us on Facebook for special announcements.
Instagram for special recognition.
Our club is also on STRAVA.
Download the Meetup App on your smartphone for easy RSVP.
Email us at [email protected]
SOCIAL MEDIA – Our club members are invited to join our Members-only Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/133347896734011/ and BOBieCyclingClub on Instagram. Also, our active members may request to join our BOBie Cycling Club on STRAVA.
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RIDE LEVELS / POSTINGS
Each of our rides are posted to the calendar with a clear description to meet ride expectancy, as well as ride level, distance, terrain, and pace. Members are encouraged to choose rides that best describes their current riding abilities. Most of our club rides, regardless of distance, are usually offered at the 3 or 4 levels. If you don't see a ride for you, please contact us for a ride suggestion at [email protected].
Here is a brief overview of our ride levels / expectancies. For a more detailed list, click on this link: https://4142298.xyz/BOBie_Cycling_Club/messages/boards/thread/49677732
1 Level 10-12 mph pace - Usually listed as JOY RIDES (Contact us for leadership opportunities here)
2 Level 12-13 mph pace - Usually considered BEGINNERS (Contact us to begin hosting beginner level rides)
3 Level 14-16 mph pace - Usually considered MODERATE
4 Level 17-19 mph pace - Usually considered INTERMEDIATE
5 Level 20+ mph pace - Usually considered ADVANCED
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Our BOBie Cycling Club is led with a passion for cycling and the enjoyment of sharing it with others. We encourage our members to not only participate in the rides, but take an interest in helping us build our club by hosting or leading rides. Let us know if you are interested in joining our Leadership Team.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Roll 2+ lazy 3, Friendly paced Thursday rideCorner Bakery, Chino Hills, CA
ROLLOUT by 8:15 AM SHARP
Route: ThurOpt3
Link https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41314702
Ride Leader: David Patterson (626) 665-4053, Janet Berg (909) 615-4360 OR Keith Berg (909) 615-4358This is a recurring event and I will switch the route between 3 variations of the Thursday route. Any changes will be done a few days before the ride.
Larry20 - The original Thursday ride from way back when, 20.8 miles
ThurOpt2 - Teri's second change taking Fern ALL THE WAY to Riverside, 21.5 miles
ThurOpt3 - Teri's first change that lasted 8 days. Turn on Schaefer from Fern, 21.5 miles.ThurOpt2: Our usual ride through College Park, along Eucalyptus, but we will wait to turn left on FERN, then left on Riverside to Cypress.
ThurOpt3: Our usual ride through College Park, along Eucalyptus, but we will wait to turn left on FERN, then left on Schaefer, and then a quick right on AVILA to San Antonio. ** to avoid the traffic on the school, we will turn on Chino Ave, not Schaefer. Once we start later we'll go back to the original route.**
DESCRIPTION: Come join us on this low-key level 3 ride. A flat easy level 3 pace around the streets of Chino/Ontario. 20 - 22 miles depending on the route. Perfect for the level 3 rider who rode hard on Wednesday, as well as a 2+ rider as they will find the pace comfortable yet encouraging without inclines.
NOTE FROM THE LEADER: Perfect for new members, recovery riding, but not meant for beginners. That being said, we honor the basic premise of this ride and will not allow it to turn into a hammer fest.
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BOBIE CLUB RIDER ACCIDENT INSURANCE ($25/yr), Bike Shop Discounts, Infinity Saddle Loan Program, Bike Travel Case Rental, Club Kit Purchases, etc. Contact Us For More Information: [email protected]
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IMPORTANT - BE PREPARED!- All Riders MUST bring their own supplies for flat tire repair.
- Bring Cash or a Credit Card to pay for any unexpected expenses such as bike repairs or transportation home is highly recommended. By not having any way to cover unplanned expenses when something goes wrong YOU shift that financial burden to those who are riding with you or create a situation where you are left stranded, which can lead to awkward feelings.
- Helmets are mandatory on all BOBIE rides.
- Bring hydration, spare tube, nutrition and appropriate clothing to be comfortable during the entire ride. (The weather can and will change during the ride).
- Please be sure to bring a "Road ID" or similar up to date IN CASE OF EMERGENCY INFO list with you on all BOBIE rides to allow others to help you if you are unable to help yourself.
BASIC DISCLAIMER: By being a member of this group or signing up for OR attending any BOBIE RIDE, EVENT OR Function you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any and all group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.