July / Aug Issue of Mud News hits the Press! (Posted June 27th, 2003)
The July issue of the Mud News, our Newsletter, has hit the presses. It is also availble for download and viewing from the web, just CLICK HERE(2 mb, .pdf). This issue has a essay and photo recap of our Trail reports and tips, & a calendar of upcoming SIMBS events. Also of note, SIMBS Is looking for a talented individual to take over the reins of producing our newsletter. If you think you have what it takes, contact mudnews@simbs.com.

19th Annual Bicycle Trek for Life & Breath (Posted May 10, 2003)
The BC Lung Association is holding its 19th annual Bicycle Trek for Life & Breath on September 6 & 7, 2003. This event attracts hundreds of cyclists from around British Columbia who participate in a 2 day, 200 km ride and raise money for lung health programs. www.bc.lung.ca/trek

Cyclothon Enthusiasts (Posted May 10, 2003)
Different cyclothons will be held during the summer to raise money for a Canadian charitable organization, Canadian Food for the Hungry International, an organization dedicated to aid and relief. You can find out more information on the cyclothons by visiting www.thecyclingconnection.com and learn more about CFHI at www.cfh.ca

Simbs Directors Hit the Road (Posted Aug 3rd, 2003)
The SIMBS Directors (or as many as could come) decided to hit the road for some summer fun last weekend, heading up Island to see what the Prez has been doing at Mt Washington. It was a splendid weekend of riding that wouldn't have been possible without the tremendoues hospitality of Mt Washington Resort (www.mtwashington.ca) and the Riding Fool Hostel (www.ridingfool.com). More details...CLICK HERE

Old Fashion Summer Fun Down on the Farm (Posted Aug 3rd, 2003)
Dirt Jump Demo by Mark Matthews and friends, farm and garden tour, barbeque and corn boil, pony rides, ice cream wagon, country games for all ages, tug of wars, blackberry picking contest and weigh-in, judged special competitions, musical entertainment and field dance. This is a promotional event for the North Saanich Dirt Jump Park! More details...CLICK HERE

Summer Mountain Bike Camp (Posted July 9th, 2003)
The Boy's and Girls Club of Greater Victoria is hosting a mountain bike camp in partnership with PacificSport. The camps are offered in the downtown area for riders to improve their skills and meet new riders while making friends.There may be a trip to the North Shore in Mid August if there is enough interest.
Date: Starting July 15, for 8 sessions
Time: 9-11 am
Who: Ages 12-15
Cost: $90/person for the 8 sessions
For more info: Jon @ City Central Club, 384-9133 Boys & Girl Club Services, 1240 Yates St, Victoria V8V 3N3
citycentral@bgcvic.org.

Schwalbe Cycling Club presents "3-D Thursday Night Summer XC racing series" (Posted May 14, 2003)
Race dates: June 5/12/19/26 and July 3/10/17/24
Registration at 6:00pm and racing at 630pm.
Race Fees: $10.00 for first race and $5.00 for remainder of races.
Racers must belong to a Cycling B.C. Club, and/or, hold a CBC racing license.
Schwalbe CC memberships will be available at registration for $15.00.
Draw prizes and overall prizes.
Cats: Male A & B. Female A & B.
Newbies welcomed and encouraged
Check out the forums for more details...CLICK HERE

SIMBS Ten Year Anniversary Celebration (Posted May 20, 2003)
On June 7th and 8th, SIMBS cordially invites anyone who is hip to the scene to attend our Ten Year Anniversary Celebration.

Saturday, June 7th at 7pm, come to the Prospect Lake Hall on Spartan Road out Hartland way. Ride your bike there, we have plenty of secure parking.
We’ll have local mountain bike movies playing for a couple of hours, silly bike games going on, and beer on tap, courtesy of THE LIGHTHOUSE BREWING COMPANY, race on down to get some Race Rocks down! A Rockin Band will be shakin the house, so make a presence, the evening promises to be stellar! (Sorry, no minors)