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June 2009

Here is the latest cycling news from PTBA:

1. Bike Ride Around Puget Sound Aug. 22-23
Start this year’s annual Ride Around Puget Sound (RAPSody) by bicycling across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. A challenging route, exceptional food and great organization by five partnering bike clubs make RAPSody special. Enjoy water and mountain views throughout the 170-mile loop route. At the halfway point at Shelton High School, there’s indoor and outdoor camping, a jazz quartet, root beer20floats, massage and on-site meals supporting a local youth center. Riders can complete the route in one or two days. Early registration fee of $80 includes souvenir socks, luggage transport, overnight parking, mechanical and ride support, showers and foodstops, including ice cream bars to celebrate the finish on Sunday. This ride supports the Bicycle Alliance of Washington, our statewide advocacy and education organization.

Early registration closes July 22. Registration open through Aug. 17. Save money by signing up early and joining the Bicycle Alliance.

For more information, visit www.rapsodybikeride.com. You can also register online at www.active.com.

2. The Hood Canal Bridge is open! As cyclists, we commend WSDOT for maintaining the bridge as an important multi-modal transportation link -- one that is safe for all users, including cyclists. The new bridge has 8 foot shoulders its entire length, including the new trusses at either end, so that cyclists can be more secure when using the bridge. We are addressing the large gap in the expansion jonts now.

Check out some pictures of the event!

Video of crossing the bridge:

3. New PTBA Membership Benefits: PTBA is pleased to announce new benefits for members.

Now PTBA members can qualify for the corporate membership rate at the Port Townsend Athletic Club, located at 229 Monroe, across from Memorial Field. The club is expanding (there's a rumor that spin bikes will be added soon!). The corporate rate is available for both individuals and families and offers a significant savings over the regular club rates. If you are interested in joining the Athletic Club, email PTBA President Jane Whicher at pres@ptbikes.org or PTAC Corporate Membership Director John Hayes at jfhayes@gmail.com for a brochure describing the club services and its rates, or check the club website at www.ptathletic.com. You must have a current PTBA membership to take advantage of this offer, so this is a good time to renew your membership as well. Bicycle Bob's of Port Townsend has a promotion for current PTBA members on tune-ups and repair work to get ready for spring! Read more here >>