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                                                                                   Building on the past....while forging a new future!
                                                                                  Promoting safe bicycling, friendships, and fitness.
                                                                                                 
                       

 

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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 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 all of 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 displays a continued effort to stay abreast of all issues regarding our sport.

Updating the clubs routes and rides so as to constantly strive to improve the cycling experience is just one of our many goals. Looking for new and different routes to map out for our members to ride each Saturday morning has always been and will
always be our focus.  Covering the spectrum of the Polk County terrain is what makes our cycling club unique and different
from other cycling organizations.  Riding a different route every Saturday morning, 52 weeks a year is something we take in
stride while constantly looking for ways to improve the group riding experience!  We take pride in the coordinating of our
weekly cycling events so each ride is a unique encounter in and of itself!!

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 welcome as possible!  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 and make the decision to join our ranks!

 

The next move is yours!

 

Richard Fansler

PABA President                                                                             Official Sponsor of the:
                                                                                                                    Polk Area Bicycling Association!

                                                                                                      

                    
            For your information...                                                                               
                  
                   *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 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 Diamondback Golf Resort Ride...7-31-10 
                                                                        
       Photos:   Courtesy of John Easley                                                       



The "peloton" enroute to Lake Wales from Winter Haven
 while members enjoy the fresh,  September morning air!
                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           The Polk Area Bicycling Association is a proud member of the:
              
  Florida Bicycle Association! 
                                                          
                                                                   Members covered with liability insurance with
                                                                                           American Specialty Insurance!
                                                                                    
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