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Delaware Freedom Ride
History Awaits. On Bikes. Join Urban Bike Project and Delaware Greenways for the Delaware Freedom Ride, a 15-mile bicycle ride to retrace the path of the Underground Railroad through New Castle County along a portion of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway. This ride with historical insights coincides with Wilmington’s Juneteenth celebrations and Historic New Castle’s Separation…
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May Busy Bees
Welcome or Welcome Back to the following 27 riders who joined the WCBC via Family or Single Memberships in May. These cyclists are from the 4-state Mid-Atlantic area within the towns of Elkton, Glen Mills, Hockessin, New Castle, Newark, Pennsville (both DE and NJ), Smyrna, West Chester, West Grove, West Norriton, Wilmington. To date, we…
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The First Stop
For the Delaware Gran Fondo, the WCBC volunteered to work the rest stop for the event. The Wilmington Grand Prix staff expressed their thanks for having a crew who were experts in cycling rest stops. The Gran Fondo provided the food and beverages for the 500 registered cyclists. The WCBC supplied the organization and energy…
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Star Climbers
The WCBC had a couple of outstanding representatives at the Wilmington Grand Prix weekend. Congratulations to Marty Lessner and Shaun Gundel. Executive Committee Member Marty Lessner burned up the Monkey Hill Time Trial Challenge. Adorned in non-areo Phillies gear, he towed 157.5 lbs on the cobbled hill. Even more impressive, his efforts raised fund for…
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April Additions
Welcome or Welcome Back to the following 46 riders who joined the WCBC via Family or Single Memberships in April. These cyclists are from the 4-state Mid-Atlantic area within the towns of Ambler, Bear, Collingswood, Elkton, Glen Mills, Hockessin, Middletown, Millville, New Castle, Newark, Shrewsbury, Smyrna, Williamstown and Wilmington. To date, we total 165 registered…
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Winsome & Windy Icicle
With gusto, 90 cyclists took on some challenging gusts at the annual WCBC opening supported event, the Icicle Metric. The 103 registrations numbered 8 more than last year. Riders hailed from 6 states—Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont—plus Washington, DC. The pleasant temperatures and sunny skies bolstered strong participation; which wasn’t assured…
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Gary Cain: Bike Delaware Photo Winner
Congratulations to WCBC member Gary Cain who was selected as a prize winner in the Bike Delaware photo contest. Gary’s photo (pictured above) of his wife Deanna riding on the James A. Markell (JAM) was one of more than 200 submitted. Gary has previously received honors for his photos in other competitions; but this is…
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Club Signees in March
Welcome or Welcome Back to the following 46 riders who joined the WCBC via Family or Single Memberships in March. These cyclists are from the 4-state Mid-Atlantic area within the towns of Baltimore, Bear, Broomall, Elkton, Glen Mills, Hockessin, Ijamsville, Landenberg, Lincoln University, Massey, Middletown, Millville, New Castle, Newark, Robbinsville, Smyrna, Upper Chichester and Wilmington.…
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Carol Ireland: Bike Delaware Photo Winner
Preserving the cycling-themed quietude along the Delaware River became a prize winner for Carol Ireland in the Bike Delaware Photo Contest. Her image (pictured above) captured the silhouettes of Carol’s distinctive recumbent bicycle along with Darree Clark and her bicycle. For her efforts, Carol wins a gift certificate. Long-time Club member Carol has held WCBC…
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Annual Banquet Highlights
The WCBC held its annual banquet and election on the last day in February. After 25 attendees enjoyed a lunch at Timothy’s Grill at the Riverfront, Club members were presented with a 2025 recap, 2026 outlook and special honors. A cake and prize drawings topped the proceedings. Bill Ebbott and Fred Hartman were honored for…
