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Do you have a mountain bike gathering dust in the basement or garage over the winter? Well then, you might be interested to know that you can turn that little beauty into a snowcycle and go play with your snowmobile friends, if you have some. Here’s how.
Or you could just sell the mountain bike and get a fat bike plus some cross-country skis. Now we’re talking.
Whatever. Get out there and play in the snow.
It is with very heavy hearts that we report the recent passing of our dear friend and fellow Killer Bee, Alistair Baillie, after a courageous battle with mesothelioma. We will miss him greatly. Alistair was known to all of us for his good nature, kindness, generosity, gentle manner, and sense of humour. A regular on the Beez Wednesday and Sunday rides for many years, Alistair also enthusiastically participated in our hikes plus cross-country skiing and other special events. Our sincere condolences go to his family and wife, Lynne.
Following is a collection of pictures which will bring back fond memories of happy times spent with Alistair.
Gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace Alistair.
On Saturday October 3rd 13 Killer Beez hiked up and around 4 of the 5 peaks of the Dilworth Mountain group. It was a beautiful day for a hike and the views were stunning as demonstrated by the following pictures.
Please keep an eye out for this bike.
“Last night my friendās bike was stolen from his garage in the Cadence neighbourhood of the Lakes, Lake Country.
It has been reported through the police and Garage 529.
It is a red and black Trek Madone with Shimano 105 components. Note that it has a Wounded Warriors Canada sticker on the down tube.
If you see it, please inform the police or text me.”
Garry McCracken
Second Wind Fitness
Tel: 250-979-8489
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Autumn is here and therefore the Killer Beez hiking season has begun.
On Saturday, October 3rd we have scheduled an urban hike on Dilworth Mountain. With minimal walking through neighbourhoods, this hike will wind around and over 3 of Dilworth’s four peaks offering spectacular views of downtown Kelowna and North Glenmore (total distance approximately 8 km). There is also the option of adding Mount Baldy for an additional 2 km.
We will meet at the Bean Scene on Dickson Road at 9 AM for carpooling to the trail head.
Some of us are missing the very popular OSCR Armstrong Ride which was cancelled this year due the pandemic. Therefore we intend to do the 75 km version of this ride on Saturday, September 12th. The ride will start from Memorial Park in Armstrong at 9 AM. Those interested in carpooling can meet at Starbucks, 1970 Kane Rd., at 7:30AM.
Hope you can make it. The weather forecast looks excellent.
A small swarm of Killer Beez took a trip to Armstrong and Revelstoke in August for some hiking and biking. A very brave trio even rode to the top of Mount Revelstoke for kicks.
As September is approaching with it’s shorter days, the start time for the Killer Beez Sunday Group yard will change from 8 AM to 9 AM effective September 6th.
Ahh ! An extra hour of sleep. Not a bad thing.
With all the current buzz about gravel bikes some of you might be considering taking the plunge. The following two links could help with your decision:
It seems like many (or at least some) would like our Sunday Group Ride to start a little earlier during the Dog Days of Summer. Therefore to reduce the possibility of sun stroke and heat rash, the Sunday Group Ride will start at 8 AM effective immediately. This start time will remain in effect until further notice (probably for the whole month of August).
Remember to set your alarms accordingly.
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