FRANKLIN COUNTY CYCLISTS

We are the “Franklin County Cyclists” a bicycle club here in Franklin County whose mission is to promote safe, healthy, fun activities for cyclists ages sixteen and older. We have a ride for everyone! – Originally, the “Summit Health Bike Club” began with one woman’s determination and contagious enthusiasm to help others. A veteran OR nurse and avid cyclist, Karen Keefer wanted to share her love of biking and encourage her colleagues to take action toward healthier lifestyles. – Motivated by unkind comments about overweight nurses written in a letter to the local newspaper, Karen presented her bike club idea to Summit Health management. With the support of hospital administration and generous sponsorships from Highmark and the Employee Wellness Committee, we took our first ride. – Now entering our 5th season, we have evolved from a club with just over 100 members to over 350 in 2011. With the success of our growing and dynamic club, we have now become the “Franklin County Cyclists” a non-profit corporation. It’s who we are! It’s where we ride! – Our membership draws from the greater Franklin County area where most of our riding is done. The cornerstone of club activities revolves around our Tuesday evening rides with four skill levels from beginner to competitive, each led by a ride leader and supported by a SAG or support vehicle. – All rides begin with announcements regarding the course and safety concerns are addressed. Each rider is equipped with a map and cue sheet for their particular level of ride. Each rider signs in on the waiver before riding and signs out at the end of each ride so that everyone is accounted for. Many club riders meet at other times to ride together throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

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Please check out our website www.franklincountycyclists.com for weekly ride information, cue sheets, and other exciting information such as local ride events and other information about our club. We are also on Facebook. Riders of all abilities are welcome, with rides ranging from A/B (Experienced) to C (Intermediate) and D (Beginner). – There is a registration fee of $20.00 to become a member of the Franklin County Cyclists. Benefits of membership include: SAG (Support and Gear) and Ride Leader support for weekly rides. – Discounted price for club jersey. – Discounted early registration fee for the Franklin County Metric Century in June. – Clear road markings and cue sheets for weekly rides. – Voting privileges during annual bicycle club meetings. – Membership Card to present for available discounts at local bicycle shops. – For more information and a membership form please contact Karen Keefer at: kakeefer@comcast.net – or – Shauna Yockel at: [email protected]