CIBA News blog

The N.I.T.E Ride is quickly approaching, and we hope you will join us as a rider and/or a volunteer!

Volunteer spots are still needed in the following areas:

-Post Ride Party @ Indianapolis City Market 11PM - 3AM (non-riding position)

-Rest Stop @ Hinkle Fieldhouse 11PM - 3AM (non-riding position)

-Event Setup at City Market 

-Information Table at City Market 

-Floating Volunteers at City Market 

-Course Marshal positions 9PM - 2AM (you can ride to your assigned location before the ride and then join the ride after the sweep car arrives)

Visit niteride.org to sign up to volunteer today. All volunteers will receive a special discount from BGI after the event as well as a free registration for next year's N.I.T.E. Ride!

Calling all CIBA members! 

The Central Indiana Bicycling Association is seeking individuals to serve as Ride Chair or co-Ride Chairs. The Ride Chair will work with the board, members of the Ride Pillar, ride leaders and other CIBA volunteers to plan, organize and execute all club rides with the exception of fee rides such as the Hilly Hundred and NITE Ride. Rides are organized by an individual with specific duties and reporting to the Ride Chair. A few of the Ride Chair duties follow:

1.     Select club members to organize each of the ride types.  The Ride Chair should ensure that these individuals work as a team; minimizing duplication of effort and resolving conflicting goals.

2.     Maintain an archive of resources (ride schedules, Ride Leader’s Manual, etc.)

3.     Provide recruiting resources to pillar members.

4.     Identify potential new ride leaders from volunteer survey forms.

5.     Identify problems with rides during the season, and review these problems with the board and others in the Ride Pillar.

This is not an exhaustive list, and while many elements are prescribed we are always looking for volunteers with unique and creative ideas to continue to provide great ride experiences to CIBA members and central Indiana.

The Ride Chair has the full support of the board, and training will take place with the outgoing Ride Chair.

Please submit any questions and/or your interest via email to Katie Feltman at cibavp@cibaride.org with a statement on why you would like to take on this role, relevant experience, and any other points for the board to consider. 

Please Consider providing your experiences to help improve Bicycle / Auto Harmony! See survey link below!

https://butler.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ebNmRZsHL0VnbyB

The IMPD, through a grant from the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, will be conducting an education and enforcement campaign this summer focusing on Marion County's 3ft Ordinance, Section 441-372(b).
Students at Butler University are assisting us in gathering data so we may better focus our efforts where they are needed most.
YOU, the CYCLIST, can help by completing a short (2 min) survey of YOUR experiences while cycling in Indianapolis.

The CIBA Swap Meet is coming up Saturday February 3, and we are looking for some volunteer help.  Below are the job descriptions, and you can sign up for spots at http://signup.com/go/MzJPzzA

Setup & Tear Down - We need help marking the booth spaces and setting up tables before the event, and then clean up afterwards (Yes, you can do this and still sell)

CIBA Store Assistance - We need help selling goods from the CIBA Store along with setup. (You would not be able to manage a table in this role.)

Bike Corral - You will be checking in for sale bikes in the Corral, and checking tags before bikes are removed. (You would not be able to manage a table in this role.)

Admissions Assistants -You will be assisting the Registration Chair as needed. (You would not be able to manage a table in this role.)

If you questions about volunteering or general questions about the  CIBA Swap Meet, you can contact the Swap Meet Event Director,  Jay Hardcastle at swap@cibaride.org .

We're using SignUp.com (the leading online SignUp and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming SignUps.

Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: http://signup.com/go/MzJPzzA

2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.

3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.

Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

Every January, the Central Indiana Bicycling Association (CIBA) holds its annual membership meeting. Join us on January 20, 2018, 10:30 a.m. at First Congregational Church, 7171 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. Meet with your fellow CIBA members, hear an update on the club’s activities in 2017 and plans for 2018. New this year is a Q & A with the CIBA board.

The meeting starts with a general business meeting. This includes approval of the minutes from the prior year’s meeting (Secretary’s report), reports from President, Vice President and Treasurer and a short update from each of the Pillars: Ride Experience, Member Engagement, Financial Responsibility and Community Partnership.

At 11:30 a.m. CIBA provides lunch (Please RSVP to Denise Mattox at ottrottrider@indy.rr.com) while you visit with your friends. At noon we hear from Bruce Kimball, Carmel (Indiana) City Council 2016, Planning Commission 2016 – 2018, Carmel Redevelopment Commission 2018 to present.

Presentation of overall CIBA mileage and commuting awards follows immediately after our speaker. We end the meeting with “Ask the Board”. This is your opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the running of the club and to provide your input directly to the board. Weather permitting, the day will conclude after the Q & A with the President’s Ride.

Central Indiana’s largest bicycle swap meet is back with a new time, more sales space and a secure bicycle sales corral. The CIBA Swap Meet will again offer a great selection and great deals, and helps to support CIBA activities throughout the year.

If you are a CIBA member, (or join, just $30 per year) you can pre-register and reserve one free table ($15 value). Join CIBA now or renew at www.cibaride.org. Business can also join CIBA for discounts on CIBA Swap Meet business space and other business member benefits.

CIBA partner Freewheelin’ Community Bikes will again be on site to accept donations of used bicycles and gears to benefit their youth programs.

Save $5 on Tables, and $10 on all regular spaces when you pre-register online by January 31, 2018.

Questions? Contact Director/Contact: Jay Hardcastle, swap@cibaride.org

Swap Meet Amenities: FREE Wi-Fi Access, Tables and Chairs, Secure Bike CorraElectrical service available (pre-registration required)

Where:  Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 (Map)

When:  Saturday, February 3, 2018
Doors Open for seller setup at 7:45 am.  
Swap Meet selling hours are 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.

More Info and Registration www.cibaride.org/swapmeet

The final order of the latest CIBA Kit will be placed January 2, 2018. Place your order for your jersey, shorts or bibs in the CIBA Store. Merchandise will be custom made by our supplier and shipped directly to you; shipping is included in the price. 

We would like to thank all who volunteered to represent CIBA, to help out at CIBA events and to serve as ride leaders, road captains and mentors on the many rides that CIBA hosts over the year. Incentive points have been entered into the database for the 2016-2017 season. An email was sent to all who received points in 2017 as well as anyone with a balance from last year. If you believe that you should have received points, but did not receive an email, please contact incentives@cibaride.org.

CIBA's Nominating Committee (Alan Rainey, Cheryl Sunman and Marc Walter) are compiling a list of officer and board candidates for 2018. Officers to be elected include: President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. Officer terms are for one year. There are five openings for the CIBA Board of Directors. Two are for a two-year term and three are for three-years. We are still looking for additional candidates, particularly for secretary and the board. Please contact one of the nominating committee if you are interested in running for an officer or board position.

Elections will conclude at the Annual CIBA Pitch-in Dinner and Elections on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at First Congregational Church, 7171 N Pennsylvania St Indianapolis, IN 46240.

Volunteers (particularly for rest stops) are needed October 6-8, 2017 for the 50th Hilly Hundred.

If you can work at least 6 hours, you will get free registration, camping or sleeping bag space, weekend meals at Hilly Headquarters, and a Hilly Helper long sleeve t-shirt.

Click below to print, complete and mail your volunteer registration form:

http://hillyhundred.org/Volunteer.html

Any problems or questions?

Call Catherine at 317-255-0559 or email her at cibamom@att.net.