Greater Dallas Bicyclists

 

23rd Annual
Super Bowl Sunday Ride  
February 3, 2008

 

Chill Out With Us!
Whether or not we have a February thaw, cycling enthusiasts will ride from all over the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex to participate in the GDB Super Bowl Sunday Ride. Hosted by the Greater Dallas Bicyclists, this event has been known to attract over 1,000 cyclists. The ride is free, the people are fun, so don't miss this traditional event! 

Where To Eat?
It was such a great location last year that we heading back to DICK'S LAST RESORT!

LOCATION:
Dick's Last Resort
2211 N. Lamar
Dallas, TX 75202
Phone: 214-747-0001
Click here for map

Dick's is located in the growing area of Victory Project near the American Airlines Center. The three story red brick building reads 'White Swan Coffee' on the outside and is located across the street from the House of Blues.

Several of the streets near Dick's are one-way, so plan acordingly. Additional vehicle parking on a surface lot is at the intersection of McKinney and Houston since parking next to the restaurant is limited. Wear your club or cycling store jersey. This is a FUN spot, so bring the laughter, cheers and good times with you!

MENU:
Attendees will be able to select off the menu below. Prices range from $10.99 to $15.99 including tax and tip.


Bring a Bike Lock!
A lot of careful planning goes into making the West End Ride a safe and successful event, but ultimately it is the responsibility of each rider to look out for his or her own safety and security. It is highly recommended that you bring a bike lock. Ensuring the security of your personal belongings whether its a camera, tool bag, panniers or your bike is up to each person. Lock it up, don't lose it! 

Starting Times and Locations:
All Mileages are round trip. All rides are free! Ride with the group of your choice and we hope to see you there! If you have questions, please call your selected ride location contact person or the GDB hotline at CALL (214) 946-BIKE or the GDB President, Brenda Barnell, at (214) 564-9243.

Pace Codes

E

Easy pace (10-12mph)

M

Moderate pace (12-16 mph)

B

Brisk pace (16-18mph)

F

Fast pace (18+ mph)

ALL LEVELS

Maps provided, or no one dropped


City Start/Finish

Bicycle Store/Club and Start Location

Contact Name/Email

Telephone

Start Time

Round Trip
Miles/Pace

Comments

Arlington

Bicycles Inc.
5739 SW Green Oaks Blvd

Eddie Holesopple
eddie@bicyclesinc.com

817-742-2453

8:30 AM

62-65/M

Refreshments prior to start.
SAG will be available.

Bedford

Bicycles Inc.
510 Harwood Road

Rodney Bailey
rodneyb@bicyclesinc.com

817-268-6572

8:45 AM

61
All Levels

SAG will be available.

Carrollton

Carrollton Cycling Club
1610 E. Crosby, Crosby Recreation Center (2 blocks east of I-35)

Bob Chaplin
bob@carlylefunding.com

817-329-1991

10:00 AM

30/M

Starts when the Coppell and Lewisville riders arrive.

Cedar Hill

B&B Bicycles
408A N. Hwy 67

Beth Farrell
info@bbbicycles.com

972-293-3100

9:00 AM

36/M

No-Drop ride. SAG on request - call Beth.

Coppell

Carrollton Cycling Club
Andy Brown Park East

Bob Chaplin
bob@carlylefunding.com

817-329-1991

9:15 AM

45/M

Starts when the Mad Duck group arrives.

Dallas

Greater Dallas Bicyclists
NE Corner of Preston & Royal

Ken Wilson
specialevents@greaterdallasbicyclists.com

214-946-BIKE

9:30 AM

25/M

No-Drop ride.

Dallas

REI
4515 LBJ Freeway - NW corner of Welch & LBJ

Mike Williams
mwillia@rei.com

972-490-5989

9:30 AM

30/M

Leaderless.

Ft. Worth

Ft. Worth Bicycling Association
Trinity Railway Express Station
Corner of 9th & Jones, Downtown

Art Cowsen
artcow1@hotmail.com

817-233-7252

8:00 AM

70/M

No-Drop ride.

Grand Prairie

Debo Cycle Sport
8th & Beltline at Pioneer Parkway

Jerry Debo
jerrydeboinsurance@sbcglobal.net

972-642-1203

10:00 AM

35
All Levels

Refreshments served prior to start.

Grapevine

Mad Duck
721 Northwest Hwy

Bob Chaplin
bob@carlylefunding.com

817-329-1991

8:45 AM

55/M

Riders will join the Carrollton group and continue on.

Lewisville

Bluebonnet Bicycles
1204 N. Stemmons (I-35E North)

Ben Hayes
texbiker@msn.com

972-221-9322

8:30 AM

60/M

Includes Texas Flyers club. Riders join the Carrollton group and continue on.

Plano

Plano Bicycle Association
NE Corner of Legacy & Independence

Chris Mathews
cmathews@planobicycle.org

972-964-0869

9:00 AM

48/M

Richardson

Richardson Bike Mart
SE Corner of Coit & Campbell

Woody Smith
woody@bikemart.com

972-231-3993

10:00 AM

35/M

No-Drop ride.



Join The GDB
GDB is for those of you looking for a club that has great group rides to different parts of the Metroplex, has several fun social activities for all ages, has rides of different skill levels and is the host of the yearly Lancaster Country Rally in April. If that sounds good to you and you enjoy meeting new friends, then join the Greater Dallas Bicyclists! Receive discounts at numerous Metroplex area bike shops. New membership applications are available on this website, or you can call 214-946-BIKE (2453) with questions. Helmets are mandatory when riding with GDB. 

Obey Traffic Laws And Wear A Helmet
Effective Cyclists Instructors offer some very important advice: "When you ride a bicycle on a public road, you must follow the rules of the road, give signals, obey signs and lights, yield the right of way and keep a sharp lookout for danger -- JUST LIKE CAR DRIVERS DO! It is essential that each rider takes responsibility for his or her safety and that they know that they represent all cyclists when they are on the road. Obey the traffic laws and cycling laws. Every person riding a bicycle shall be granted all the rights and shall be subject to all the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle."

  • Two abreast maximum. No packs of riders!

  • Stop at all control devices. Don't get a ticket!

  • Ride to the right of the road. It's safer!

  • Look out for each other. Assist riders in need!

  • USE OF HELMETS IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED! Note that helmets are MANDATORY on the GDB route.

Official Dallas Bike Routes should be used to ensure the best possible streets in and out of downtown. Bike route maps are available from the City of Dallas or, in many bike shops. Experience how easy it is to bike around town using the route system.