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Different Spokes of Southern California • PO Box 2466 • Los Angeles, CA 90078 dssc@differentspokes.com

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DWP Light Festival Bike Nite! Nov 24

Monday, November 24th!
Join us for the light festival's BIKE NITE at our favorite starting location - Griffith Park. Once again they are offering a special night just for bicyclists and walkers! Click on the title line above the picture for more details.




Nominations For 2009 DSSC Officers

Guidlines for the nomination of DSSC Officers and list of DSSC volunteer board positions




Join Different Spokes!


Two ways to join or renew.

Fast and no additional fee.
To pay by check.

Membership is $15 (individual) / $16 (household)

E-mail any questions by clicking here.




Do you know where your bike is?

Is your bike all alone, feeling neglected, and wondering when you're going to take it out for ride with Different Spokes? Check out our calendar and make a date for the two of you to join us. Your bike will thank you!




Click here: Make it to the top of Team 500!

How our riders are spread out as of September 30th, 2008:
Team 500 Red Level........................(500 miles) 7
Team 500 Orange Level..................(400 miles) 2
Team 500 Yellow Level....................(300 miles) 6
Team 500 Green Level....................(200 miles) 4
Team 500 Blue Level.......................(100 miles) 9
Team 500 Purple Level..................(< 100 miles) 30




Monthly Minutes - August 2008

Topics discussed at Monthly Meeting held on August 13, 2008




Click here: Four D.S. members rock CBR series!

Four of our members gave outstanding performances July 26th at the California State Individual and Team Trial Championships! Congrats to Kathie Clarke, Mimi Vitello, Deb & Julie Buchanan-Plaisance!




Safety First


Don't worry if you are new to biking and the rules of the road. All our rides begin with a safety speach where we'll learn hand signals, passing on the left, calling out glass on the road, and many other helpful things to keep us all safe and accident free.

Different Spokes Jerseys Still Available!

Get one of the coolest jerseys on the road!






 W E L C O M E

Welcome to Different Spokes!

Members, log in to access members-only features of the site, including enhanced route slips, reminders, the club bulletin board, ratings, and other content.

If you are not a member, please feel free to navigate around and see what our club has to offer. Then if you're interested, sign up!

Different Spokes of Southern California is a bicycling club for Gay and Lesbian people and their friends. We lead rides every weekend of all types-long fast rides, moderate fun rides, and easy, get into shape rides. These rides start in various locations in the greater Los Angeles area.

Please check our calendar for a list and description of upcoming rides. You can join us on a ride anytime, just be sure to bring a bike in good working condition and a helmet. If you have any questions about a particular ride you can contact the ride leader.

Come Out and Ride!

 B U L L E T I N   B O A R D

Shifting Gears cycling club joined Different Spokes for a day of scenic cycling on a 14-city San Gabriel Valley tour beginning at the Rosebowl. Encanto Park offered a great mid-point rest stop.11/9/08


Shifting Gears cycling club and Different Spokes stop for some pastries and socializing at the Coffee Gallery in Altadena.11/9/08


Celebrating a victorious climb up Mount Baldy at the annual Tour de Foothills. 11/8/08


It was a long climb up Mandeville Canyon. Michael finished first but Richard impressed us by running all the way up holding his bike in the air. 10/26/08


The Whole Foods riders enjoying beautiful weather on one of our favorites routes. 10/18/08


Perched atop the great steps of the mighty Brand. 10/19/08


The Conejo Valley riders stop for a rest in front of Lake Sherwood. 10/11/08


Enrico's restaurant almost didn't know what hit them when this group walked in and said "We're here for the tamales!" 10/5/08




BE SURE to check out our calendar of rides. Get fit or stay fit for the summer and have fun while doing it. We offer rides of all lengths for people of all abilities. If you have an idea for a ride, please e-mail the Ride Coordinator


Jersey sizes still available

Mens (all are short-sleeve style):

XL (3), Lg (6), Sm (1)

Womens (all are short-sleeve style):

XLg (3), Lg (2)


BE A LEADER! The club is always looking for members available to lead club rides. Rides are generally held each weekend in the morning, but weekday and/or evening rides can also be posted. If you are available and interested in leading one or more rides, please submit ride info and available date(s) to the Ride Coordinator; you can always select an existing ride from our library of rides, or lead your favorite ride. You will be contacted to confirm the date and availability prior to the ride being posted for view on the website.


Did you know that when you join Different Spokes, you get access to all our route slips, the ability to RSVP to rides, and can buy and sell bike related items on our bulletins board?

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Wanted

bike stand chain tool
bike light  
bike tool kit  




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