Slides from SABA & DBC Randonneuring presentation by Deb Banks
Deb Banks was the guest speaker at the February 10, 2025 DBC members and friends social. You may view her presentation slides here.
Report Hazardous Road Conditions
Have you ridden by a huge pothole or other road hazard and wondering how to report it to the for repair? Here is a handy link from Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates that shows how to report hazardous road conditions to the appropriate city or county agency (Davis, Yolo, Solano, etc.) Some you can even report… Read More »Report Hazardous Road Conditions
Cold Weather Cycling Tips
Here are some cold weather cycling tips to help you make your rides comfortable and safe, distilled from a chat with Al Rowland, a DBC member with 35 years of experience in the bike / cycling clothing industry Consider the conditions for your ride: Manage your heat loss Manage your comfort as you ride The… Read More »Cold Weather Cycling Tips
DBC October 14 members & friends social: Thai food, new member welcome
We are welcoming our newest DBC members at the October members and friends social with an evening of Thai food and socializing. Come enjoy a delicious meal and connect with friends and fellow cyclists. The menu will include noodles, stir fry, curry, and rice. Both meat and vegetarian options will be available. DBC members and… Read More »DBC October 14 members & friends social: Thai food, new member welcome
DBC Sept 9 meeting: Fundamentals of Training for Cycling with Judd Van Sickle
Whether you’re looking to get back into shape, take your speed to the next level, or stay injury free; Judd Van Sickle has tips from over two decades of coaching, testing and competitive racing experience.
May 13 guest speaker: Kari Watkins, bike safety and infrastructure
Come hear a leading expert in bikeability research at the next Davis Bike Club members and friends social, Monday, May 13 at 7pm. Dr. Kari Watkins joined the UC Davis faculty in 2022 after over a decade at Georgia Tech. Her research focuses on trying to understand how to make cities more bike-friendly and transit… Read More »May 13 guest speaker: Kari Watkins, bike safety and infrastructure
Paceline Riding Tips
Rides often organize into a paceline to save considerable effort when you are in the draft of the riders in front of you. The lead in a paceline will use 30% more power than the riders behind at about 20-25 mph. Usually the faster / longer version of the club rides will ride in a… Read More »Paceline Riding Tips
Attorney Frank Crum to speak at April 8 Davis Bike Club members and friends social
Come hear a local attorney discuss insurance and collisions at the next Davis Bike Club members and friends social, Monday, April 8 at 7pm. Know what to expect when you’re involved in a collision on your bike. Discover how liability for collisions works in California, when your own insurance may offer coverage, and how an… Read More »Attorney Frank Crum to speak at April 8 Davis Bike Club members and friends social
Bruce Dewey
Our dear friend, riding companion and many time club tour organizer Bruce Dewey passed away on March 20 at the age of 86, due to complications from an injury sustained while cycling in February. Bruce and and his wife Marilyn moved to Davis in 2002 upon his retirement from the position of Professor and Assistant… Read More »Bruce Dewey
On a sad note…
Our dear friend, riding companion and many time club tour organizer, Bruce Dewey, passed away this past week from an injury he sustained while cycling three weeks ago. Please be respectful and allow the Dewey family some space as they grieve from this unanticipated loss. There will be a memorial service on Tuesday, March 26… Read More »On a sad note…