Michael Rhodes

"This SFBC tradition every second and fourth Wednesday has been happening for as long as we can remember, but newcomers are always welcome. So stop by, snack on tasty treats, chat with fellow cyclists, and help us keep our organization rolling. Dinner is provided. Bring a friend - the more the merrier! Don't forget to bring up your bike!"

"Learn how to replace your cables and adjust your brakes and gear shifting in this hands on bike maintenance class @ Box Dog Bikes. Classes are limited to 5 people, so there is plenty of time to ask questions."

"Join the SFBC on the car-free Sunday Streets route through the Mission for a group effort to get our kids riding without training wheels. Bring bike, helmet and a snack to share. We'll take care of the rest. Heavy rain cancels."

Be advised that the East end of Golden Gate Park will have increased vehicular and pedestrian traffic due to the AIDS Walk. Please consult the AIDS Walk route map and plan your ride accordingly: http://www.aidswalk.net/sanfran/event/maps.html.

"Free valet bicycle parking provided. To volunteer as a bike valet email LisaRuth at vbpvolunteer@sfbike.org."

"The transformation of the Presidio is accelerating, and changes to the forests, natural areas, architecture, and bike paths are worth a close up look. This tour of the Presidio's backroads is led by a Natural Areas program volunteer and SFBC member. Easy ride on pavement - be prepared to ascend twice to the Presidio's ridge line.

"Join the San Francisco Great Streets Project as we check out the sites of San Francisco's newest public space movement. Starting at the City's first Pavement to Parks Site in the Castro, we'll continue on to the three sites soon to be reclaimed in Potrero, Southern Mission and the Excelsior. All are welcome, will not be a strenuous ride. Heavy rain cancels."

"Join Team In Training and train for a cycle century ride (100 miles) while raising funds to fight blood cancer! Learn more at a Team In Training Information Meeting near you."

"This four-hour, in-classroom, introductory course is perfect for new cyclists and those want to feel more comfortable riding on city streets. The class covers the basics for how to choose the right bike and properly fit a helmet. Learn tips for the safest ways to ride in traffic, techniques to avoid or deal with road hazards and emergency maneuvers along with other useful gems of knowledge, like the best way to lock up your bike and how to use a bike in combination with public transit, and cyclists' legal rights and responsibilities.

"Bikes Rock-Blonde Redhead at the Bicycle Film Festival. Free valet bicycle parking provided.