Central Indiana Bicycling Association

CIBA News blog

  • Wed, March 26, 2014 11:31 AM | Anonymous
    dan leeAt the Indianapolis Marion County Central Library
    Dan Lee developed a love of writing and cycling as a teenager in the 1980s and has stuck with both ever since. Now a public relations specialist for bicycle components maker SRAM, Dan has written The Belgian Hammer, about what it takes for young Americans to make it in pro cycling.  Since the Tour de France began in 1903 only a few more Americans have competed in that than have walked on the moon, and far fewer than the number of Americans who have climbed Everest.  This is the story of the new generation of riders - not yet tainted by drug scandals, but still bursting with hope and potential.  This is for the racers among us - and for all of us!  Prepare to be fascinated!
  • Wed, March 19, 2014 7:00 PM | Anonymous

    At the Indianapolis Marion County Public Central Library

     

       
     Dolly rode form San Diego to
    St. Augustine, FL
     Nancy rode from Banff to Jasper on
    the Icefields Parkway
  • Sat, January 18, 2014 9:43 AM | Anonymous
    Imagine a bicycle ride across Kenya's vast Great Rift valley to Lake Victoria, pedaling throught days of tea plantation, and cycling among the wildeset of wildlife in Hell's Gate national Park.  John Franklin Hay of Indianaplis shares the adventure of leading a 12 member team on thsi 600 mile, May 2012 tour.
  • Tue, December 31, 2013 1:21 PM | Anonymous

    War, romance, crime, adventure! Not your average bike trip

      Love, War, and the Bicycle: Cycling the Balkans

    January 15, 7 pm Central Library
    willieIn 1996, Willie Weir left for a five month bicycle journey through the Balkans. International troops were stationed throughout Bosnia. Sniper barriers were still present in Sarajevo.  Albania had just opened up its borders to the world after over 60 years isolation. Willie knew it would be an exciting trip. He just didn't know it would change his life.

     

    Come out for an evening of entertainment and inspiration.

     

  • Sat, December 28, 2013 7:47 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)
    The 9:00 am January 4th ride will begin/end at the City Market as it did last year. The first 200 to register online and show up for the ride will take home a free long sleeve t-shirt.
     
    Don’t forget to show your support for the Mayor’s Neighborhood Investment Plan, which would invest as much as $350 million into much needed infrastructure projects that support connectivity around Marion County like sidewalks, bike amenities and trails! Check it out at www.indy.gov/eG​ov/City/DPW/Reb​uildIndy/Projec​ts/Pages/Neighb​orhood-Investme​nt-Plan.aspx, and leave your comments at the bottom of the page.
  • Wed, December 11, 2013 9:48 PM | Anonymous
    CIBAs Carbos & Caffeine Saturday Breakfast Ride (SBR) will change its start location in 2014, starting with the first official ride date of January 11.  Quaker Park is located at 17501 Dartown Road, which is directly behind the Public Safety Building on the south side of SR 32, approximately 1 mile west of US-31. 
     
    Quaker Park has good parking, public restrooms, a shelter house, and is adjacent to the Midland Trace Trail, which connects to the Monon Trail.  This provides great access when riding to the start of the SBR!
     
    The SBR is held each Saturday, and starts at 9 AM October through March, and 8 AMApril through September.  The SBR is suspended for the NITE Ride and Hilly Hundred.  Temperatures below 25 degrees, steady rain or snow, or snow/ice on the road cancels the ride.
     
    The SBR was established in April 2003 as a social, fun ride that includes a stop for breakfast and provides a variety of route options, so one can choose mileage based on ability, weather, or need.  Maps and Cue sheets are always available, and the Leader always ‘sweeps’, so those new to the group have someone to ride with, regardless of speed. 
     
    The Ride has developed good friendships over the years, starting with just a few riders, to groups of 35-50 during peak season.  Nearly every week we welcome riders new to group riding or new to the area.  With multiple speed groups and routes, the SBR offers options to suit any rider. But we concentrate on the “option” of having Fun and Meeting New Friends!
     
    Please Note:  The SBR will be suspended January 4.  Please attend the Mayors 3rdAnnual Polar Bear Pedal at the City Market in Indianapolis. 
  • Tue, December 10, 2013 10:17 AM | Anonymous
    Ron Selby
  • Fri, December 06, 2013 10:39 PM | Anonymous
    Due to extreme cold 23 degrees at ride time and country roads with snow and ice we are canceling the Jolly Old t. Nick ride for Saturday, December 7.   If possible we will reschedule for a later date.  Maybe St. Nick in January.
  • Fri, December 06, 2013 7:14 PM | Anonymous
  • Fri, December 06, 2013 7:13 PM | Anonymous

     Friends of our Trail (FooT)

    Love the Indianapolis Cultural Trail? Show your support & receive special discounts at local restaurants, bars and shops for only $100 a year.  Participants include Chatterbox Jazz Club, Tastings wine bar, Indy Reads Books, Loughmiller's Pub and La Margarita. Join here: www.indyculturaltrail.org/friendsofourtrail 

     

    Volunteers Needed!

    Be a part of the most exciting and best kept secret happening here in Indy next spring. Send contact information to Lauren Day at lauren.day@indyculturaltrail.org and stay tuned!

     

    Number 2?

     I think us Hoosiers would argue that we deserve that top spot: http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/the-10-best-protected-bike-lanes-of-2013

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