Volume 34, Issue 5, May 2006

Mindy and her son Colin head out after refueling at the Family Fun Ride rest stop.
Photo by S. Wills.

With heavy hearts, we share the news of a fatal accident during our Primavera Century. Participant Rich Fitzpatrick, of Pleasanton, suffered a severe injury during a crash on Palomares Road, and subsequently passed away at Eden Hospital. Law enforcement agencies took statements from his riding partners and witnesses, and a report is being completed. Our entire FFBC family is greatly saddened by this event, and wish to express our sympathy to his family and friends.

Sally Wilson, Primavera Chair, Fremont Freewheelers Bicycle Club

Photo and article submissions for each month’s e-Newsletter must reach Karen White by the 20th of the month.

From the Summit Message
FFBC’s 34th Primavera Century provided another wonderful opportunity for the Bay Area’s bicycling community to participate in a fully supported day of bicycling.... read more

Reminders & Happenings
May Business Meeting and Program
Thursday, May 4– 7:30 p.m.
REI: 43962 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538, (510) 651-0305
Located next to Home Depot
Program: The Major Taylor Cycling Club - Wynn Kageyama, Member

Wynn will give a multimedia presentation to describe what the Major Taylor Cycling Club is doing to help the community to get kids and adults into bicycling. He will talk briefly about the man, Major Taylor.

FFBC Gear - Get in the program
FFBC Logo Bike Clothing & Custom-made Clip-On Bike Mirrors: Jerseys ($52), windbreakers ($45), vests ($45), arm warmers ($20), headbands ($5), and DeFeet socks ($6) are available for sale. Mirrors ($10) adjusts to fit the earpiece of almost any glasses frame gives you a broader field of view, and are guaranteed for life. These items can be purchased either at FFBC's monthly meeting or by calling for an appointment at our home. Molly and Neil Michelfelder (510) 797-6458.