FREEWHEELERS’ MINUTES for November 6, 2006

Andrew opened the meeting at Broncos Restaurant 352 E. Blackstock Rd.
Minutes from October 2 were approved.
21 members were present.
Jim Treasure: Membership $5.00 more after December 2006
Membership: We have 103 female and 383 male members.
See emails for dates of Mt. Mitchell training rides.
Arthur Danfy: Clothing for Sell
Long sleeve Jerseys
Short Sleeve Jerseys
Vests
Bike Safety for 2005: South Carolina is 8th in US in bike fatalities
3.76 biking deaths per million in SC
2.64 biking deaths per million in USA
60% above national average
Paul: No final report on girl killed on MS Ride
PCC: Bill to Change SC Law
Bike will be defined as a vehicle. Bikers will have to follow rules of the road.
Bikers can make right turn with right arm.
Remove side path law.
Autos must be 3 to 5 feet from bikers when they pass.
Contact local legislators to cosponsor Bill for Bikers.
Training program to be licensed Certified Bicycle Instructor
No certified instructors in SC at present
The course will cost $175.00
PCC will offer scholarships.
Seek 10-12 instructors across SC
Approved in Spartanburg to be paid to teach classes after certificate.
Global Bike to raise funds for bikes to Africa
Our club will donate for bikes to Africa ($85.00 per bike) to promote cycling world wide.
Work is continuing on bike lanes in Spartanburg
Christmas Party
Will be held at the HUB-BUB (Old Gilbert Shoe Store )
From 7 PM to 11 PM
We are seeking a local band
Donations for drinks
No cover charge
Jean Hub Cycle
Free bike rentals in Spartanburg
Accepting used bikes
Have 13 red bikes ready
15 bikes in process
Rental $15 to $25 deposit with bike, helmet, and lock return
November 19 theme ride—religion
ETV road show in Spartanburg this Sunday, November 12, will feature Spartanburg Biking
Come to Morgan Square
Will focus on cycling initiatives