Falls Area Bicyclists (FAB)

Fab ride schedule

New Rides and descriptions for 2009 are here!

Below are the rides we are offering. FAB encourages you to check back early and often for changes. If you are a member of FAB then we have your ride waiver on file. If you are not a member, no worries! You can still ride with us. We’ll just need you to sign a waiver before each ride you participate in. Our rides work this way, safety first followed very closely by fun! Come out and ride with us! If you have any questions, contact our Ride Director.

Please visit our web site often. Sometimes it will be necessary for us to change some things. Other times we might add some things. We’d hate for you to miss out on all the fun we’re planning!

Find a ride on the calendar.

All rides require helmets, routes to be provided on web site and at start of ride where applicable.

FAB Ride Descriptions

Starlight Ride

What:	Night ride around the Sioux Falls bike trail of approximately 19 miles.
When:	1st and 3rd Friday of every month starting at 8:00 p.m. Start time may change during winter months.
Where:	Starting and ending at Fawick Park.
Requirements:	A blinking rear light is required. Headlights are HIGHLY recommended. Helmets are required.
Pace:	A casual pace will be followed so the entire group stays together.
Ride Leader:	Greg Anderson, Darren Weisz

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Coffee & Donut Ride

What:	Urban ride with a stop half way – for coffee and donuts! Bring a couple bucks for your caffeine fix and treats.
When:	2nd and 4th Saturday of every month starting at 8 AM. Like we said: EVERY month!
Where:	Starting and ending at O’Gorman High School parking lot.
Requirements:	Helmets are required.
Pace:	As fast as the slowest rider.
Ride Leader:	Chris Pierson, Michael Christensen

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Wandering Wednesdays - view the special Wandering Wednesdays page

What:	Road rides in the Falls area. Great for Tour de Kota training!
When:	Every Wednesday starting at 6 pm
Where:	A different town and route for each Wed. of the month.
Requirements:	Wanderlust. Helmets are required.
Pace:	Ride with a map at your own pace. Participants will break up into groups depending on desired ride speed. No one will be left on their own. Ride leader will stay with final group.
Ride Leader:	Greg Anderson, Mark Emry, Larry Hayes, Joyce Johnson, Eric Kutscher, Craig Lein

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thE kErnEl's ReCoVeRy RiDe - Route may vary this year!

What:	This is a true recovery ride, very non-intimidating and social. Give those muscles a needed rest after a busy weekend. No rider shall reach 17 mph on their cycling computer. Regrouping at stop signs and as needed.
When:	1st and 3rd Monday of every month starting at 6:00 PM
Where:	Loop starting at Washington High School parking lot. See the route link above.
Requirements:	Helmets are required. Leaving your ego at home.
Pace:	Average ride speed will not exceed 15 mph.
Ride Leader:	thE kErnEl & Tony Kampmann

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Stuctured Skills Ride

What:	Increase your bag of skills. Different topics will be discussed and practiced each week.
When:	Every Tuesday starting at 6:00 PM, ending by 8:00 PM.
Where:	Ellis elevator.
Requirements:	Helmets are required. Some experience road riding with a desire to increase your level of skill.
Pace:	Each week will entail warmup, structure and cooldown sections.
Ride Leader:	David Steensland, Gene Noble

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Something For Everyone

What:	Ride geared toward all interested in training for the Tour de Kota, MS150, RAGBRAI or just a ride around the countryside. From beginners to experts, all will find friends with whom to ride. Newer riders will enjoy a shorter route from 20-30 miles, whereas the more exuberant cyclists can choose from routes anywhere from 40 - 60+ miles in length. Distance: Will vary, but the longer ride will average from 40 - 60 miles. Route: Will vary, but from the start location numerous routes are available. We'll see how the wind is blowing. Great for Tour de Kota training!
When:	Saturdays mornings, 8:00 AM.
Where:	Harmodon Park. A wide variety of routes are available.
Requirements:	Helmets are required.
Pace:	Tempo will vary and everyone should find someone of similar ability to ride with, similar to the Wandering Wednesday ride.
Ride Leader:	FAB members

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MTB at Newton Hills - a very popular, fun ride

What:	Mountain Bike Ride at Newton Hills
When:	Thursday night at 6:00. Meet at the horse camp parking lot.
Where:	Newton Hills State Park
Requirements:	Helmets are required.
Pace:	10-12 miles on dirt trails with all different paces.
Ride Leader:	Ross Sailor

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FAB Family Ride

What:	A ride for families. Bring the entire family! We'll take the bike trail to Falls Park, have a break at the Overlook Cafe and return. Total distance is 7 miles. Extra credit for going down the slide!
When:	Sunday, June 14th, beginning at 2:00 PM Sunday, August 9th, beginning at 2:00 PM Sunday, September 13th, beginning at 2:00 PM
Where:	Starts and ends at Pasley Park playset
Requirements:	No spandex allowed. Helmets are required.
Pace:	6-10 MPH
Ride Leader:	Brian Beilke and family

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Sunday Morning Breakfast Ride

What:	Ride to the cafe at the Hiawatha Golf Club in Canton for breakfast. Great for Tour de Kota training!
When:	Sundays, 7:00 AM - Time will vary with change of seasons. Check back for updates!
Where:	Meet at the Day Spa on 69th Street, just east of Cliff Avenue.
Requirements:	Desire to earn your breakfast. You'll want to order the short stack. Helmets required.
Pace:	18 - 22 MPH. Riders may be dropped, but will meet up again at the Canton Golf course. Riders may be dropped on the return trip as well.
Ride Leader:	Owen Hotvet, Rick Hanson, Lisa Fligge

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Time Trial Series

What:	Time Trial Series for fun and sport. See the flyer.
When:	Last Thursday of April thru September
Where:	46818 W. 263rd St. Maple Street east of the Tea-Ellis Road
Requirements:	Helmet
Pace:	As fast as you can go for 9.0 miles
Ride Leader:	Mark Emry, USA Cycling Official
Prizes:	We will be giving away four $10 gift certificates to a random contestants at each race. One prize per racer.

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FABRAD

What:	An annual ride with a choice of lengths. A 100 K route (63 miles), a 50 K route (31 miles), and a 15 K route (9 miles) will be available. Free breakfast & lunch after the ride! T-shirt comes with registration fee.
When:	Saturday July 11th, 2009. Mass start at 8:00 AM.
Where:	Starts and ends at Cherry Rock Park.. Route varies with length option.
Requirements:	Helmets are required.
Pace:	Your own.
Ride Leader:	None. Note: See our FABRAD web site for more information and for updates.

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Biking 4 Breast Cancer - Presented by Sanford with help from FAB - MORE TO COME SOON

What:	Biking 4 Breast Cancer is an opportunity for cancer survivors, friends and family, cyclists, outdoor enthusiasts and everyone who has been touched by the disease to raise awareness for breast cancer. The fun-for-the-whole-family bike ride begins at 8 a.m. in the Cancer Center Parking Lot. Cyclists of all abilities and ages will ride in honor of loved ones who have faced breast cancer. See the media coverage from the 2007 Biking 4 Breast Cancer Ride
When:	Saturday September 19th, 2009. Time TBD.
Where:	Sanford Cancer Center, 1309 West 17th Street, Sioux Falls Cyclists will start at the Cancer Center and use the bike trail to complete a loop around the city of Sioux Falls or take an out-and-back or looping road ride of about 50 miles, returning to the Cancer Center for a celebration.
Requirements:	Helmets are required.
Pace:	Ride at your own pace.
Ride Leader:	none

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The Bike MS: Pedal the Plains Ride - Join Team FAB

What:	Event Manager Name: Janey Case Email: janey.case@nmss.org For more information call: 605-336-7017
When:	August 1-2, 2009.
Where:	Ride from Sioux Falls to Vermillion and back
Requirements:	Helmets are required.
Pace:	Ride at your own pace.
Ride Leader:	none

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