The Polk Area Bicycling Association! 
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See photos of the 2012                              
Bartow Bloomin' Bike Ride                                   
under the Photo Gallery
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 The 2012 Inaugural Anna Maria Island Cycling Tour ...
from Lakeland to Anna Maria Island was held February 25-28, 2012!   The initial goal of this event was to select a small group of individual PABA members willing to search out a new ride and destination for the club and develop a safe route for others to follow!  The group of 9 participants, we believe has discovered such a ride - a cycling tour if you will! We are of the opinion that this 80 mile distance is a comfortable journey for most avid riders to cycle while encompassing a day's ride to the beach of Anna Maria Island!  During our 4 day, 3 night stay at a rental home;  day trips to Longboat Key, St. Armands Circle and the surrounding area kept us engaged in many activities with many choices of things to do. 
Indelible memories of our brief visit to the west coast will remain with us for years to come until the compelling urge and lure entices us to return and revisit this magical place once again! (See Photo Gallery for more pics!)            

                                                                                                                   Punishment - Reward?......       
Keith, Richard, Tom, David, Bob S., Paul, Gary, Danette, and Bob M.(photo.)

COMING SOON...OCTOBER 25-28, 2012   "THE ANNA MARIA ISLAND  FALL CYCLING TOUR" 
See Richard for details!

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                                                                                                                                It is the fortunate few who will ever discover theirs!"                                                                                               
                              

                                                                           
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                                                                                   Building on the past....while forging a new future!
                                                                                  Promoting safe bicycling, friendships, and fitness.
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Above are some of PABA'S corporate sponsors from within the Polk Area Bicycling community!
                                                                                               

The Polk Area Bicycling Association Mission Statement: 

Promoting safe bicycling, friendships, and fitness!

 

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The Polk Area Bicycling Association Vision Statement:

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The Polk Area Bicycling Association, Inc. has been in existence for some 30 plus years.  Like other clubs, and organizations

throughout the last several decades, there have been many changes and improvements which have served to make our club better.  We believe, as a cycling club within the Greater Polk County Area, that we have built a strong infrastructure
which serves its members well, while taking into consideration the community in which we reside.

PABA has a wide range of riding maps and routes that have been mapped out over the years which offer a wide variety of destinations which cover most of Imperial Polk County!   Our web site serves as a source of information for those who have an interest in learning more about our organization as well as for the club members who wish to stay updated on club issues
and various club functions.  The clubs affiliation with state bicycling organizations such as the Florida Bicycling Association and League of American Cyclists displays a continued effort by our club to stay abreast of all issues regarding our sport.

So, if you're searching for a weekend experience in regards to a sport and recreation and are looking for a biking "group"
which promotes safe bicycling, friendships and fitness to hook up with, then come give us a try.  We promise to make you feel comfortable and welcomed!  And remember, PABA has a "no drop" policy meaning no one will be left behind on our Saturday rides.  This in part, distinguishes us from other biking groups!

Staying fit, meeting new friends, engaging in conversation all the while you ride "the road less traveled" on your bike is what PABA is all about.   It is our belief you will find a home and a sense of belonging when you come ride with the Polk Area Bicycling Association, Inc. and make the decision to join our ranks!  The next move is yours!

 

Richard Fansler

PABA President                                                                                                                                                                                   

                                                                                                       

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                   *PABA was voted as one of the top 50 Cycling clubs
                     in the state of Florida by Biking.com.   Click on:   Biking.com 
                 
                   *PABA is now being listed in search engines, particularly Google, from 
                     having the badge of recognition  on  our website and being voted  in the  
                     “Top 50 Cycling Clubs” in Florida.  You will see our club’s website 
                     recognized within the top 10 search engine results.

                        *PABA was featured in the celebrity section of the 2010 edition of the  Inside Polk 
                     magazine for the months of July/August!  The topic:  the joy of riding!
                     (To view article, go to The Ledger.com, click on Inside Polk at top of page)

                        *PABA was chosen Bike Club of the month for August 2010 by Share the Road 
                     newsletter, a statewide cycling publication!

                  *PABA is a member of the League of American Bicyclists and insures each club 
                    member with liability insurance administered by American Specialty. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  
    
                                   
                                                   



The "peloton" enroute to Lake Wales from Winter Haven
 while members enjoy the fresh,  September morning air!                 
                                        Cycling related injuries?  Ask for Cynthia!