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A Recreational Bicycling Club

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES WHEELMEN

We are bicyclists who enjoy the pleasure of riding with friends. We are not a racing club, and we welcome members of all abilities. We offer easier, moderate and difficult rides. We hold some special rides, and in late June we offer the Grand Tour, a 24-hour ride of 120+, 200, 300 or 400 miles. At our social events, we make up for all the calories burned while riding. Our monthly newsletter, "The Gooseneck," contains a descriptive ride schedule and much other news.

Newcomers are welcome to try a few of our rides before deciding whether to join.

Helmets are mandatory on all rides.

UPCOMING, CURRENT AND RECENT EVENTS

The 2012 annual Fargo Street Hill Climb will be held Sunday, March 25, 2012.
More information will be available in February or March.

The 2012 Grand Tour will be held Saturday, June 23, 2012.
Registration will open in April.
Check the Grand Tour page (see menu above) for lodging suggestions.
More information will be available starting in February or March.

Newcomer's rides. Sundays, 9:00 a.m.- February 12 and April 15 (not March).
This ride is meant to introduce riders to club or group riding. It is meant for new riders and experienced riders who are hesitant to do group rides on streets. The course will be short and fairly flat and will include a break for snacks etc. at some point. All riders will stay together and no one will be left behind. So, if you or someone you know got a new bike for the holidays or maybe yours or a friend’s new years resolution is to get on the bike this year – here’s a perfect introduction. START: THE “CORNER”, Olympic Blvd, 1 block west of La Cienega in Beverly Hills. From the Santa Monica Frwy (10), off & north La Cienega 1½ miles, L - Olympic 1 block to R - Le Doux.
Information: Pam Leven.

Century Challenge
This is another way to challenge yourself and/or compete with other club members. We've updated the challenge from last year and added options. Click on "rides" | "Century Challenge" in the menu above for complete information, and see our monthly ride schedule for scheduling information.

The Wheelmen e-mail list is growing. Share your comments, see photos of rides and events and post your own photos. Read and post informative files. Click on "Email list" in the menu for info. (NOTE: MUST be Wheelmen club member to join the email list.)

Route sheets on the website.
Route sheets for the next scheduled rides should be downloaded and printed before coming to rides. View maps and elevation profiles. Click on "rides" | "route sheets" in the menu bar above. If you're not a club member and would like to try our ride, please also download, print and fill in the waiver and bring it with you to the ride start.