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Different Spokes of Southern California • PO Box 2466 • Los Angeles, CA 90078 dssc@differentspokes.com

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Click here: Make it to the top of Team 500!

How our riders are spread out as of September 30th, 2008:
Team 500 Red Level........................(500 miles) 7
Team 500 Orange Level..................(400 miles) 2
Team 500 Yellow Level....................(300 miles) 6
Team 500 Green Level....................(200 miles) 4
Team 500 Blue Level.......................(100 miles) 9
Team 500 Purple Level..................(< 100 miles) 30




2008 Solvang Prelude - November 1

Join us as we head to the gorgeous vistas of Solvang wine country on November 1st. The rooms in Solvang fill up fast so now is the time to make reservations. It's a ride you'll never forget.

http://www.bikescor.com/prelude/info.htm




2008 Tour de Foothills - November 9th

The best reason yet to head east of our normal cycling grounds and do some amazing cycling on this metric century (62 miles). We'll start in Upland and then ride through Claremont and beyond including climbing part way up majestic Mount Baldy! There's also a metric half century (31) miles with no hills!

http://www.tourdefoothills.com/




Monthly Minutes - August 2008

Topics discussed at Monthly Meeting held on August 13, 2008

Click here: Four D.S. members rock CBR series!

Four of our members gave outstanding performances July 26th at the California State Individual and Team Trial Championships! Congrats to Kathie Clarke, Mimi Vitello, Deb & Julie Buchanan-Plaisance!




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Safety First


Don't worry if you are new to biking and the rules of the road. All our rides begin with a safety speach where we'll learn hand signals, passing on the left, calling out glass on the road, and many other helpful things to keep us all safe and accident free.

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 W E L C O M E

Welcome to Different Spokes!

Members, log in to access members-only features of the site, including enhanced route slips, reminders, the club bulletin board, ratings, and other content.

If you are not a member, please feel free to navigate around and see what our club has to offer. Then if you're interested, sign up!

Different Spokes of Southern California is a bicycling club for Gay and Lesbian people and their friends. We lead rides every weekend of all types-long fast rides, moderate fun rides, and easy, get into shape rides. These rides start in various locations in the greater Los Angeles area.

Please check our calendar for a list and description of upcoming rides. You can join us on a ride anytime, just be sure to bring a bike in good working condition and a helmet. If you have any questions about a particular ride you can contact the ride leader.

Come Out and Ride!

 B U L L E T I N   B O A R D

Enrico's restaurant almost didn't know what hit them when this group walked in and said "We're here for the tomales!" 10/5/08


Filming the pilot for our new reality show where we climb hills and have outrageous adventures both on and off the bikes. Rated PG-13 for strong language, adult situations, and brief spandex. 10/4/08


After a scenic jaunt along the San Gabriel River bike path, it's time for lunch and a photo in beautiful Seal Beach. 9/28/08


Despues de un dia en Mexico con montes dificiles, vistas bonitas, y tirando dulces a los ninos, hay tiempo para musica, cerveza, y divertido. 9/27/08


Spanglish: Aqui esta otro picture donde estamos wearing our medals. Es obvio que we're muy proud. 9/27/08


The Balboa Park to Westlake gang stops for bagels, burritos and banter on a fun day of cycling. 9/13/08


Breakfast crepes followed by dessert crepes - who wouldn't be smiling? 9/14/08


A quick stop at the Marina before heading back to Santa Monica. 9/14/08


The cascading waters of Monterey Park provide the perfect rest stop for a hot day of riding. 9/7/08




BE SURE to check out our calendar of rides. Get fit or stay fit for the summer and have fun while doing it. We offer rides of all lengths for people of all abilities. If you have an idea for a ride, please e-mail the Ride Coordinator


Jersey sizes still available

Mens (all are short-sleeve style):

XL (3), Lg (6), Sm (1)

Womens (all are short-sleeve style):

XLg (3), Lg (2)


BE A LEADER! The club is always looking for members available to lead club rides. Rides are generally held each weekend in the morning, but weekday and/or evening rides can also be posted. If you are available and interested in leading one or more rides, please submit ride info and available date(s) to the Ride Coordinator; you can always select an existing ride from our library of rides, or lead your favorite ride. You will be contacted to confirm the date and availability prior to the ride being posted for view on the website.


Did you know that when you join Different Spokes, you get access to all our route slips, the ability to RSVP to rides, and can buy and sell bike related items on our bulletins board?

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bike stand chain tool
bike light  
bike tool kit  




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