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Let Them Know
As riding season begins, roads may be unlike when you last rode in late 2023. More debris is on the road: Sticks, leaves, tree limbs, construction materials, potholes, grit, gravel and even dead animals. All these things and more can up the hazard levels for those who take to the roads this year. But there…
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Icicle Metric Has Strong Turnout
The cycling season has officially begun with the iconic Icicle Metric. This year´s edition was more weather-friendly than recent rides with a cold, crisp and sunny Saturday morning in April. One hundred eleven cyclists registered for this event that has run almost annually for more than 40 years. The registration represents an increase of 32%…
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They Are In The Lead
Whether they are refreshing their skills or joining the group for the first time, a big thank you is extended to the individuals who attended the recent Ride Leader Orientation with Ride Captain Brian Albin. The generosity of all these volunteers’ time and their enthusiasm for cycling make every weekly, weekend and holiday outing on…
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HIIT It Out
Looking for an Outdoor HIIT Workout? For those unfamiliar with the term, HIIT is an acronym for High Intensity Interval Training, popular workout sessions at YMCA’s and athletic clubs in Delaware and throughout the nation. The workout consists of short periods of all-out high intensity pedaling effort followed by short periods of rest, either very…
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Aye Aye Captain
The WCBC is pleased to announce that Brian Albin has set sail with the Club as an Executive Committee member and Ride Captain. As Ride Captain, Brian will be training and assisting the Club’s Ride Leaders. Training includes Ride Calendar posting procedures, Sign Up Genius (SUG) usage, ride levels, cycling groups’ expectations and road safety.…
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WCBC Now on Zwift!
Ride virtually with the White Clay Bicycle Club on Zwift!* Find WCBC Zwift rides for you on the Club´s Ride Calendar. No signing into BikeReg is needed for these virtual group rides. The very first Club ride on Zwift is a lunchtime 47-minute group ride on Thursday, February 22. We will do the Rolling Highlands…
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Heat: Cramps vs. Exhaustion vs. Stroke
Heat can go from hindering performance to life-threatening. The U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Agency (OSHA) details 3 types of heat-induced medical conditions: Heat cramps are caused by the loss of body salts and fluid during sweating. Low salt levels in muscles cause painful cramps. Tired muscles—those used for performing the work—are usually the ones most…
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Slide Into Discord
The WCBC is pleased to announce the Club’s Discord server is now open.* The White Clay Bicycle Club community on Discord enables Club members to real-time text, video and chat. The 2023 Club survey results revealed requests for a real-time communications platform for members to use. Want to find fellow cyclists who will ride with…
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Oil That Chain (And Clean It Too)
Always check that your chain is lubricated. Metal chains need to be lubricated regularly. (Ignore this if your bike uses a carbon fiber belt.) An unlubricated chain will wear out faster than a lubricated one and can also damage the rear cogs. If the cogs go from being triangle to looking like shark fins, they need replacing.…
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The Core Four
For 2024, WCBC is excited to release details of its annual major supported rides events. Mark your calendars and sign up. Club Members receive $10 discounts. Whether you are a member or not (and if not, we hope you will become one), the earlier you register, the better the value. Club Members’ Ride Registration: Non-members’…
